Crevalle Boats 24 Bay, Owner'S Manual

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Routine Maintenance
In saltwater areas, the top and curtains should be
rinsed with fresh water after each use and at least
weekly if it is stored outside. Saltwater attracts
moisture and dirt can shorten the life of fabric tops
and enclosures. The salt is also abrasive and can
cause premature wear in the stitching.
Clear Curtains And Connectors
Side curtains and clear connectors can be cleaned
with mild soap and water. They should not be al-
lowed to become badly soiled. Dirt, oil, mildew
and cleaning agents containing ammonia, will
shorten the life of the vinyl that is used for clear
curtains. After cleaning the curtains and allowing
them to dry, apply a non-lemon furniture polish
or an acrylic glass and clear plastic protector to
extend the life of the curtains.
Vinyl curtains should be stored either rolled or
flat, without folds or creases. Folding the curtains
will make permanent creases that could cause the
vinyl to crack.
Notice:
Do not use any polish containing lemon
scents or lemon. The lemon juice will attack
the vinyl and shorten its life.
Snaps should be lubricated periodically with Tef-
lon or silicone grease or a lubricant designed for
snaps. Zippers should be lubricated with silicone
spray, paraffin or silicone stick.
Strataglass
Strataglass® is a special coated vinyl that could
be used in the curtains for the hardtop enclosure.
The coating protects the vinyl glass and resists
scratching. Waxes and Plexiglas polishing com-
pounds should not be used on strataglass as the
protective coating prevents them from penetrating
into the vinyl and they will build up on the surface.
These products will create a hazy, greasy appear-
ance that will affect the clarity of the strataglass.
Products that repel water, like Rainex®, should not
be used as they will not take well to the surface
and could appear spotty and may also yellow or
dull the Strataglass over time.
Strataglass can be cleaned by rinsing off dirt or
salt deposits with fresh water, then washing with
a clean cloth and mild soap. Chamois dry to re-
move water spots and improve clarity. If a polish
is accidentally used, use Windex® or its equivalent
to remove it. While window cleaners will destroy
the standard vinyl normally used in side curtains
and clear connectors, it will not harm strataglass.
Always roll down the curtains and snap in place at
the end of each day so the curtains will maintain
their shape and to minimize fold distortions.
Depending upon usage, it is recommended that
an occasional application of Aquatech Strataglass
Cleaner be done. Treat this like a polish, as op-
posed to a cleaner - wash and dry curtains first,
then apply Aquatech Strataglass Cleaner, actually
buffing the surface to a beautiful sheen. This is
not just a wipe on/ wipe off product…it needs to
be buffed to perform.
Remember, the coating on strataglass is scratch
resistant and not scratch proof. Always handle the
curtains with care and never roll up curtains that
are salty or dirty. If you have any questions about
the clear curtains used on your boat, please con-
tact the Crevalle Customer Service Department.
Hardtop enclosures must be removed when
trailering. Canvas enclosures are not designed
to withstand the extreme wind pressure encoun-
tered while trailering and will be damaged. Always
remove and properly store the enclosure before
trailering your boat.
12.3 Interior
The cabin or console interior can be cleaned just
like you would clean a home interior. To preserve
woodwork, use teak oil. To maintain carpeting,
use a vacuum cleaner. Because air and sunlight
are very good cleansers, periodically put cushions,
sleeping bags, etc. on deck, in the sun and fresh
air, to dry and air out. If cushions or equipment
get wet with saltwater, remove and use clean,
fresh water to rinse off the salt crystals. Salt
retains moisture and will cause damage. Dry
thoroughly and reinstall.
If you leave the boat for a long period of time,
put all cushions on their sides, open all interior
cabin and locker doors and hang a commercially
available mildew protector in the cabin.
Notice:
Always read the label carefully on mildew
protectors. Remove the protector and allow
the cabin to ventilate completely before us -
ing the cabin.