COMMENTS:
For boats that are new or in very good condition, or in case of frequent cleaning we recommend
diluting the product up to 1x1 with water.
STEP 2 - SHMUFFEX Deep Cleaner (for deep cleaning and disrupting the action of
microorganisms)
1. Spray the product directly on the surface to be cleaned.
2. Wait for the action of the active ingredient for at least one hour, do not brush.
3. Rinse with clean water
4. Wipe dry with a soft cloth
COMMENTS:
Avoid prolonged contact with metal surfaces.
STEP 3 – GUMEMP 100 Sealant (To seal and create a protective film)
1. Spray the product evenly
2. Wipe with a cloth moistened with the product and allow
3. Wipe again with a clean, dry cloth.
COMMENTS:
The drying time may vary according to temperat
product.
20.3 – Stainless steel hardware cleaning
Your Flexboat has several STAINLESS STEEL parts that require special care to prevent CORROSION.
There are places in the ocean where the water is cleaner a
clean, and there are places in the ocea
cleaner and saltier the water is where you are using your boat, the more corrosion problems you will
have.
Some people believe stainless steel does not rust. It does. All stainless steels
in its composition. Corrosion on any steel will mostly depend on the carbon level, the presence of
contamination in the water, and electrolysis.
Flexboat uses first-class raw materials in its products but even the best quality stainless steel is subject
to corrosion. Simple contact with a tool made of regular
another manufacturer may contaminate an
It is normal for electrons to "leal" through the cracks (where stainless steel parts make contact with
fiberglass), and that is where the electrolysis usually begins (corrosion).
Flexboat has been researching and using t
to date we can state that only frequent cleaning with fresh water and soap can keep the corrosion
process under control.
After each use of the boat in saltwater, always clean the stainless steel
Detergent or ammonia cleaner may also be used).
To remove rust spots from stainless steel parts, the simplest and easiest way is using Semorim, an
oxalic acid based product found in any supermarket. Apply with gloves and
and spread with a soft sponge (do not use anything rough because it may stain or scratch the surface).
Rub it until it covers the entire area to be cleaned. Then wash with soap and water. If the stain does not
come out, repeat the process again. Once the part is free of rust, use marine wax, the same one used to
polish hulls, because it will serve to conserve and protect against corrosion. Instead of Semorim, one can
also use chromed metal cleaners or #2 polisher, mixed with cocon
But with Semorim, it's easier, faster, and cheaper.
Important note: never use ab
Owner’s Manual – Small boats up to 10ft
For boats that are new or in very good condition, or in case of frequent cleaning we recommend
1 with water.
SHMUFFEX Deep Cleaner (for deep cleaning and disrupting the action of
ray the product directly on the surface to be cleaned.
2. Wait for the action of the active ingredient for at least one hour, do not brush.
Avoid prolonged contact with metal surfaces.
100 Sealant (To seal and create a protective film)
2. Wipe with a cloth moistened with the product and allow drying.
3. Wipe again with a clean, dry cloth.
The drying time may vary according to temperature. Any surface should be dry before using the
ainless steel hardware cleaning
Your Flexboat has several STAINLESS STEEL parts that require special care to prevent CORROSION.
There are places in the ocean where the water is cleaner and there are places where the water is not so
clean, and there are places in the ocean where water is saltier, and places where salt is not present. The
cleaner and saltier the water is where you are using your boat, the more corrosion problems you will
Some people believe stainless steel does not rust. It does. All stainless steels have some carbon content
in its composition. Corrosion on any steel will mostly depend on the carbon level, the presence of
contamination in the water, and electrolysis.
class raw materials in its products but even the best quality stainless steel is subject
to corrosion. Simple contact with a tool made of regular steel or with a stainless steel part or bolt from
may contaminate and generate undesirable rust spots.
It is normal for electrons to "leal" through the cracks (where stainless steel parts make contact with
fiberglass), and that is where the electrolysis usually begins (corrosion).
Flexboat has been researching and using techniques to avoid or reduce this process for years. However,
to date we can state that only frequent cleaning with fresh water and soap can keep the corrosion
After each use of the boat in saltwater, always clean the stainless steel parts with soap and water. (Note:
Detergent or ammonia cleaner may also be used).
To remove rust spots from stainless steel parts, the simplest and easiest way is using Semorim, an
oxalic acid based product found in any supermarket. Apply with gloves and goggles. Pour a few drops
and spread with a soft sponge (do not use anything rough because it may stain or scratch the surface).
Rub it until it covers the entire area to be cleaned. Then wash with soap and water. If the stain does not
e process again. Once the part is free of rust, use marine wax, the same one used to
polish hulls, because it will serve to conserve and protect against corrosion. Instead of Semorim, one can
also use chromed metal cleaners or #2 polisher, mixed with coconut soap. Both have the same effect.
But with Semorim, it's easier, faster, and cheaper.
abrasives.
Small boats up to 10ft
20
For boats that are new or in very good condition, or in case of frequent cleaning we recommend
SHMUFFEX Deep Cleaner (for deep cleaning and disrupting the action of
2. Wait for the action of the active ingredient for at least one hour, do not brush.
ure. Any surface should be dry before using the
Your Flexboat has several STAINLESS STEEL parts that require special care to prevent CORROSION.
nd there are places where the water is not so
where water is saltier, and places where salt is not present. The
cleaner and saltier the water is where you are using your boat, the more corrosion problems you will
have some carbon content
in its composition. Corrosion on any steel will mostly depend on the carbon level, the presence of
class raw materials in its products but even the best quality stainless steel is subject
or with a stainless steel part or bolt from
It is normal for electrons to "leal" through the cracks (where stainless steel parts make contact with
echniques to avoid or reduce this process for years. However,
to date we can state that only frequent cleaning with fresh water and soap can keep the corrosion
parts with soap and water. (Note:
To remove rust spots from stainless steel parts, the simplest and easiest way is using Semorim, an
goggles. Pour a few drops
and spread with a soft sponge (do not use anything rough because it may stain or scratch the surface).
Rub it until it covers the entire area to be cleaned. Then wash with soap and water. If the stain does not
e process again. Once the part is free of rust, use marine wax, the same one used to
polish hulls, because it will serve to conserve and protect against corrosion. Instead of Semorim, one can
ut soap. Both have the same effect.
