Boston Whaler 370 Outrage, Owner'S Manual

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Section 5 • Care & Maintenance
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370 Outrage
A salt water washdown is best because as it dries it
leaves a fi ne salt deposit which will absorb moisture
out of the air and help keep the wood from drying
out. It also reduces mildew and algae growth. If salt
water is not readily available, fresh water is better
than none.
Teak is naturally greyish in tone but can be fi nished
to a beautiful honey color. To maintain the honey
colored look, apply a small amount of oil to bring
out the color. DO NOT SAND! Teak which has
been exposed to the sunlight for 10 years without
any maintenance has beautiful oily wood 1/100th of
an inch below the surface. A small amount of oil to
bring it out will do no harm. Do not allow the oil to
pool as it will attract dirt which can get ground into
the fi nish.
• NEVER sand teak surfaces. Sanding will
ruin the natural non-slip quality and require
future re-sanding as the soft surfaces of the
wood wear out more quickly.
• NEVER varnish teak surfaces. The varnish
will not stick because of the natural oils in the
teak. The varnish will discolor and make a
nasty ugly mess.
• NEVER use chemicals on a teak surface.
Most chemicals will remove the natural teak
oil and increase cleaning frequency.
Misting System
Mister Jets
TM
are designed to spray in a cone shape. If
mist from the jet is shooting a straight line or nothing
is coming out then the jet is clogged. To clean the
jets, simply unscrew the clogged jet and soak in CLR
or vinegar for 15-20 minutes, rinse thoroughly with
clean water. Before replacing the jets, inspect the
O-ring to make sure that it is not damaged in any way.
If damaged, replace the O-ring before assembly.
If jet is still not working, calcium deposits may have
developed inside the jet which restrict the tiny anti-
drip ball. To correct this situation, wrap the jet in a
towel and “tap” it on a hard surface (i.e. counter top
or fl oor). This should free the anti-drip ball and allow
the jet to function properly.
Replacing the Filter
Filter replacement is dependent on water condition
and usage. The mineral content in water varies from
region to region. At the very least, the fi lter should be
replaced at the beginning of your boating season.
If the misters are not functioning properly after
cleaning with CLR replacing the fi lter should correct
the situation.
Flushing the System
It is recommended that the system be fl ushed each
time the fi lter is changed. To fl ush the system, remove
one of the jets at the end of the line and allow the
system to run freely for one to three minutes.
Winterizing the System
If the system will not be in use, remove all the heads
from the mister nozzles, clean them with CLR and
store them. Do not replace them on the nozzles.
Completely drain all water out of the system.
Remove the mister lines from the pump. If the
in-line fi lter will be usable when the mister system
NOTICE
Depending on usage, the fi lter should be changed
every three months or once a season.
Flexiteek fl ooring
The flooring in your cabin is constructed of
Flexiteek. It is easy to maintain, does not go grey,
stain resistant, UV and impact resistant. It is a
natural teak alternative with all the good looks of
freshly refi nished teak. Flexiteek is highly resistant
to common spills such as oil, fuel, red wine, fi sh
blood, etc.
Flexiteek is easy to clean and maintain. Soap and
water makes removal of most spills easy, you can
also use a power washer without damaging your
fl ooring.
Flexiteek may go darker over time and a gentle sand
will return it to the original fi nish.