Boston Whaler 280 Outrage, Owner'S Manual

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Section 5 • Care & Maintenance
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280 Outrage
Canvas Care and Maintenance
To keep your canvas and metal parts in good working
condition and in good appearance, you will need to
keep them clean.
NOTICE
DO NOT use detergents, bleach or solvents to
clean your canvas.
Cleaning Your Instrument Gauges
When gauges are exposed to a saltwater environment,
salt crystals may form on the bezel and plastic covers.
Remove the salt crystals with a soft damp cloth.
Clean with a mild household detergent or plastic
cleaner.
Never use abrasives or rough, dirty cloths to clean
plastic parts. A mild household detergent or plastic
cleaner should be used. Wipe clean with a damp
chamois.
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• Remove ordinary dirt and smudges with a mild
soap and water solution. Dry with a soft, lint-
free cloth or towel.
•
More difficult stains can be cleaned using
rubbing alcohol (isopropyl alcohol).
Rinse cleaned area with fresh water and
dry with a clean, soft, lint-free cloth or
towel.
•
Seemingly permanent stains like ballpoint ink
can be cleaned with active solvents such as
nail polish remover when applied with a soft
cloth or damp sponge and rubbed. Rinse
Cushions
Saltwater, salt residue, dirt, ultra-violet rays etc. will
take their toll on vinyl products causing them to lose
their luster and texture.
The cushions on your boat are made of a durable
vinyl material called OMNOVA which is protected
by a finish called PreFixx ® . PreFixx ® will keep your
cushions looking new far longer than most other
vinyl upholstery.
To Clean Your Cushions
Solvents are flammable. Exercise proper care.
Wear rubber gloves during all cleaning activity.
Use caution when cleaning around buttons,
stitching and wooden or decorative trim as
these solvents could seriously damage such
areas.
!
CAUTION
Apply an aluminum protectorant at least twice each
year, more frequently as conditions warrant. Neglect
will cause pitting of the surface which cannot be
reversed.
Inspect and repair or replace all damaged nylon
bushings, washers or other hardware designed to
prevent contact with dissimilar metals.
Whenever electrical or electronic changes are made
to the boat, a qualified marine technician should
check aluminum parts for stray currents. Make sure
all electronic equipment is properly grounded with
adequate sized wire.
cleaned area with fresh water and dry
with a clean, soft, lint-free cloth or towel.
The vinyl material and superior finish has been
tested to resist heavy abrasion. Complete cleaning
instructions are included in the owner’s packet. Read
all information provided by the cushion manufacturer
regarding the proper cleaning and maintenance.
Your cushions are not waterproof. They are
constructed of open-cell foam and will absorb and
hold water. The foam is wrapped with a plastic barrier
which helps to keep water from being absorbed into
the foam but also will not allow water to dissipate
once the foam is soaked. Do not leave the cushions
in standing water or exposed to heavy, prolonged
rain
.
If, in the event your cushions become waterlogged,
remove the foam from the cushion, press as much
water as you can from the foam and allow to air dry.
Make sure the plastic wrap is dry before wrapping
the foam and inserting it back into the cushion.
To prevent mildew, keep the vinyl dry and make sure that
moisture does not accumulate between the cushions.