Axis Wake Research A20, Owner'S Manual

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ON-GOING
CARE
The key to long-term appeal for your boat is in maintaining the pristine finishes of the
components and performing maintenance on working components. To assist boat owners in
keeping the unspoiled appearance, instructions for cleaning and maintenance are outlined in this
section. Unexpected issues can arise, but such matters can be kept to a minimum if not totally
avoided by following the guidance provided in this Owner’s Manual.
Axis recommends keeping the boat clean at all times. Immediately after an outing, the boat’s
exterior and interior should get a thorough rinsing with clear, fresh water, and then should be
allowed to air dry prior to covering with canvas. If this is not possible, the boat’s cover should be
removed as soon as you arrive at your destination and allowed to dry.
Boats must be thoroughly rinsed inside and out
with clear, fresh water following all outings and then
allowed to completely dry prior to storage or parking.
Failure to do so could result in damage to the finishes
and the development of mold or mildew, or permanent stains. Such damage is
not covered under warranty.
If the boat will be left in water, the exposed areas should be wiped down with clear, fresh water and
allowed to dry before boat covers are installed.
Consumers should never add aftermarket waterproofing to
canvas. The canvas must “breathe” in order to avoid mold and
mildew. If any spray-on waterproofing has been added after
delivery, it will void the warranty.
Breathability of Fabrics –Air Permeability:
Air permeability is an important factor in the performance
of outerwear where the wind resistance helps keep the user warm. Fabrics that have high air permeability
usually have low water repellency, the latter being an important feature for mooring covers. When in
a slip, mooring or parked on a trailer, the cover is not experiencing any pressure that would force air
through the fabric so breathing or air permeating will not occur.
In all cases, vents that are often placed on covers provide more ability for air to move out from under
the cover than the fabric’s ability to breathe. It is important to note that in this “static” condition air under
the cover is stagnant.
Where air permeability is most important is when towing. This
is a dynamic condition and high air permeability will cause the
cover to billow and buffet, lowering its life and potentially causing
damage to the surfaces it touches.
Mold & Mildew Cause and Prevention:
Mold and mildew
spores are ever-present in air and soil, and most will germinate
when exposed to temperatures above 75˚F and relative humidity
(RH) of 50%, with rapid spread occurring at 80%; however some
can grow in significantly lower temperature and RH levels.
All fabrics will support growth but natural fibers like cotton,
due to their cellulose component, are more susceptible than
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CARE AND
GENERAL
CLEANING
CANVAS