Vista Owners Manual
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Section J
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Figure J2: 278 Vista Sliding Transom Door
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COMPANIONWAY DOOR
The companionway door is comprised of plexiglass on all
Vista models. It consists of a lid and bi-fold doors. A
strap or velcro snap is provided to secure the door in the
open position. See Figure J3.
On the 238 and 258 models, the lid is supported by a gas
shock. On the 278 model, the lid slides on a track and is
secured by a drop pin. This pin must be lifted and then
turned before opening the hatch lid.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the hatch lid, the door must
be closed before closing the hatch lid.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the 278 model compan-
ionway track, the hatch lid must be moved slow-
ly and carefully during use.
Locks are provided to secure the cabin. Plexiglass will
break. Always secure the hatch and door before operat-
ing the boat.
Figure J3: Companionway Door
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WINDOWS
A. Windshields and Cabin Windows
The windshield and aft cabin windows on all Four Winns
Vista models consist of tempered safety glass or plexi-
glass. The windshield frame is aluminum.
A walk-thru is provided on the 238 and 258 models. A
step is provided between the companionway and helm
station to allow easy access through the walk-thru wind-
shield opening.
DO NOT use walk-thru during bad weather or on
rough seas. Make sure deck hatch is closed
when using walk-thru to prevent injury.
NOTICE
Make sure walk-thru is closed and secured when
boating. Damage to the windshield will other-
wise result.
Windshields of tempered glass can be cleaned with au-
tomotive glass cleaners or dishwashing soap and water.
See the following section for information on the care of
plexiglass.
Aluminum can be cleaned with similar products or with
non-abrasive cleaners such as Fantastic.
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