Chaparral 420 PREMIERE, Owner'S/Operator'S Manual

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CARE FOR BOTTOM PAINT
(ANTI-FOULING)
Slight algae or slime may form on your boat. The
bottom painted portion of the hull can be wiped off
with a coarse Turkish towel or a piece of old rug
while the boat is in the water. Do not use a stiff or
abrasive material to clean the bottom paint.
Anti-fouling bottom paint is designed to prevent
marine growth by dissolving slowly. As a result, the
bottom of your boat will usually need painting after
the boating season. Some variables to consider
when selecting protective bottom paint are the water
temperature, water pollution, salinity, current, and
organic matter in the water. The bottom paint should
be inspected annually. If it needs repainting, consult
your Chaparral dealer.
BILGE/ENGINE COMPARTMENT
The following information will help you keep the
bilge and engine compartment performing optimally.
If you need more specific information, contact your
Chaparral dealer.
1. Pump the bilge dry and remove all loose dirt. All
limber holes should be open. If oil is present in
the bilge and the source is unknown, inspect for
leaks in the engine oil lines or engine gaskets.
Oil stains can be removed by using a bilge
cleaner available form your dealer or a marina.
DO NOT use flammable solvents.
2. Inspect all wiring to be sure it is properly sup-
ported, that its insulation is intact, and that there
are no loose or corroded terminals. If there are
corroded terminals, they should be replaced or
thoroughly cleaned. Tighten all terminals
securely and spray them with light marine pre-
servative oil.
3. Check the fuel system (including fill lines and
vents) for any signs of leakage. Stains around
joints are a good indication of a leak. Use a
wrench on all fittings to be sure they are not
loose, but do not over-tighten them. Clean fuel
filters and vent screens.
4. Inspect the entire bottom for evidence of leakage,
damage or any sign of deterioration, paying par-
ticular attention to hull fittings, hoses, and clamps.
Straighten kinked hoses and replace any that do
not appear in good condition. Tighten loose hose
clamps and replace those that are corroded.
Tighten any loose nuts, bolts or screws.
5. Refer to your engine operator’s manual for
engine maintenance details. Wipe off engine to
remove accumulated dust and grease. If a sol-
vent is used, make sure it is nonflammable. Go
over the entire engine and tighten nuts, bolts,
and screws. Inspect the wiring on the engine
and clean and tighten the terminals. Inspect the
belts and tighten them if needed. Clean and
lubricate the battery terminals; fill the battery
cells with distilled water as needed.
TOPSIDE AREAS
Stainless Steel and Alloy Fittings
Note: Always follow the manufacturer’s recom-
mendations found in your owner’s packet for
cleaning and maintaining deck hardware and fit-
tings. These recommendations include the prop-
er cleaning methods and cleaning agents.
• Always clean stainless steel frequently with
soap and water. Any cleaner safe for glass is
usually safe for stainless steel.
• Always remove rust spots as soon as possible
with a brass, silver, or chrome cleaner.
Irreversible pitting will develop under rust that
remains on stainless steel for any period of time.
• Always use a cleaner, like a good car wax, for
added beauty and protection.
• Never use coarse abrasives like sandpaper or
steel wool on stainless steel. These may actual-
ly cause rusting.
• Never clean with mineral acids or bleaches.
• Never leave stainless steel in contact with iron,
steel, or other metals that cause contamination
leading to rust or corrosion.
REFER TO THE OWNER'S MANUAL PACKET FOR
INSTRUCTIONS AND WARRANTY INFORMATION.
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