Axis A20, Owner'S Manual

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Axis
Owners
Manual
2019
Page 150
The carpets available through Axis are constructed of
durable, marine-grade material. Occasionally
washing with a mild detergent (such as Dawn
dishwashing soap) and warm water is required.
Commercial carpet cleaners (such as Woolite
Spray Carpet Cleaner) are also acceptable.
After cleaning, thoroughly rinse the
detergent or cleaner out of the carpet or mat and
into the bilge.
Allow the boat to remain uncovered for
several days to air dry and avoid mold and mildew. See the Canvas and Upholstery
sections for more information on mold and mildew development and how critical it is
to avoid.
Axis uses high quality fiberglass and rubber
composites to construct swim platforms. These
durable platforms should also periodically receive
a thorough cleaning. Use only mild detergents and
warm water or marine-industry based cleaners
that are approved for use on fiberglass and rubber.
Avoid using ArmorAll
or similar types of
rubber-shine products.
These will actually
accelerate deterioration of the product, rather than
protecting it. Such damage is not covered under warranty.
The majority of the finish surface of the
hull and deck is a fiberglass-reinforced resin. While
the boat material is sturdy, to ensure an enjoyable
experience while boating, the fiberglass-and-
resin layers and gel coat finish (where the paint is
embedded) is very thin—only a few millimeters in
depth. To keep it looking like new, it is important to
keep it clean and waxed.
Only a mild detergent and warm water
should be used to clean these surfaces. Avoid all
harsh cleaners as they will quickly erode the finish.
Use only a mild detergent, such
as dishwashing soap, and warm
water to wash the fiberglass-and-
resin and gel coat finishes on the boat. Harsh detergents and cleaners
will quickly damage the finish, and this is not covered under warranty.
If you choose to wash the boat at a car wash, do so with care. Stay back from the boat surface
to avoid potential damage from the high-pressure sprayer, and do not use the soap setting as
most car-wash soaps are intended to deal with highway-type debris such as salt, road tar and
similar environmental hazards. Wash the boat by hand with mild detergent as noted above, and
then rinse carefully.
carpet
swim
board
hull
and
deck
finishes