Chaparral 225 SSi2012, Owner'S And Operator'S Manual

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Care
• Keep the top up when boat is not in use or when it’s raining.
Never trailer your boat with the canvas up. None of the canvas or
covers supplied with your boat were designed for the stress of
highway speed trailering, and to do so may damage the canvas.
• Keep canvas clean. Acrylic fabric will not support mildew
growth, but dirt and dust on the canvas will.
• Lubricate zippers with paraffin and snaps with petroleum jelly.
• If canvas or seams leak, apply a light coating of a fluorocarbon
based water repellent, or “303 High Tech Fabric Guard,” avail-
able at most marine dealers.
• Allow all canvas to air dry before storing. Never store canvas
damp or wet. Provide proper ventilation to limit the possibility of
mildew.
• Avoid mooring under trees.
• Do not tow your boat with canvas attached to any hull or wind-
shield mounted fasteners.
• Be careful not to scratch clear vinyl windows. Dry well before
stowing. When stowing clear vinyl, make sure the vinyl is rolled
and not creased.
Cleaning
• Wet down all canvas material. Scrub with a soft bristle brush
and a solution of mild soap and water. Never use a detergent or
bleach on your canvas.
• Brush or sweep the underside of the top. Spray with Lysol or
other disinfectant to prevent mildew.
CABIN CUSHIONS, SIDE CURTAINS, AND FABRICS
Clean interior cabin cushions with a foam type cleaner. Follow all
instructions as recommended by the product manufacturer. Dry
clean all side curtains & fabrics, other than vinyl.
CHAPARRAL LOGO
The Chaparral logo mounted on your boat is chrome plated. To
properly care for this logo:
• Use Tarni-Shield cleaner by 3M.
• A high quality chrome polish or cleaner can also be used.
• Mild soap and water can be used for normal cleaning.
• Always use a soft cloth while cleaning or polishing to prevent
abrasion.
Important: Do not use scrub brushes, buffing wheels, harsh
chemicals, rubbing or polishing compounds or steel wool on
the logo. All of these items can damage the finish of the logo.
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