Mainship 40 Trawler Single, Operator'S Manual

Page: 136 / 170

Mainship 40 Trawler Single & Twin • Maintenance
13.4
your boat’s standard equipment, a “Stainless Care Kit” .
Please follow the personal safety directions on the sup-
plied products.
Some simple steps to maintain the perfert shine:
* Rinse all stainless rails and hardware after cruising.
* Wipe dry with a clean, soft cloth to avoid water marks.
* Wash with hot water and soap or detergent such as
Bon Ami or other cleaner available commercially.
* Rinse with clear water after cleaning. Wipe dry with a
clean, soft cloth to avoid water marks.
* If discolorations or deposits persist, use a non-scratch-
ing household cleanser or other polishing powder with a
little water and a soft cloth.
Important: Do not use abrasive cleaning products, pads, steel
wool, or steel brushes. These products will damage the finish.
* For stubborn deposits, use a plastic scouring pad or
soft bristle brush with cleanser and water. Rub lightly in
the direction of the polishing lines of the finish. Do not
use too much pressure because the cleaner may mar the
surface.
* Do not allow deposits to remain on the finish for long
periods of time. Do not allow salt solutions, disinfectant,
bleaches, or cleaning compounds to remain on the finish.
Chemicals in many of these compounds may damage
the rails or hardware. Rinse with soft water after every
exposure and wipe dry with a clean, soft cloth.
* Polish them periodically to prevent surface staining.
Enclosed with your “Stainless Care Kit” you will find a ”
detailed guide on the application of the different products.
Please take the time to read this first. Due to the natural
behavior of “Stainless” materials on your boat we are
unable to accept warranty claims which relate to surface
staining or discoloring.
If your boat is not equiped with the “Stainless Care Kit”
or you need to replenish please contact the Customer
Service Department at 1-800-248-2980 or email: custom-
erservice@luhrs.com.
13.2.6 Deck Hatches
Wax the rubber gaskets on all deck hatches with a car-
nauba wax to ensure gasket material does not stick to
Plexiglass.
13.2.7 Acrylic and Plexiglass
Important: Do not use glass cleaning sprays, scouring
compounds, or solvents (such as acetone, gasoline, or
thinners) to clean acrylic or Plexiglass.
Following are guidelines for cleaning acrylic and Plexiglass
parts:
* Wash acrylic hatches, windows, and any other acrylic
compounds with mild soap and plenty of lukewarm
water.
* Use a clean, soft cloth.
* Apply only a light pressure when cleaning.
* Rinse with clear water, and blot dry with a damp cloth
or chamois.
13.2.8 Windows
The window frames on your boat are made of high qual-
ity aluminum with an enamel paint surface. The frames
need no maintenance other than cleaning with soap and
water. Do not use abrasive or strong chemicals. These
may damage the finish and allow corrosion to start.
Frames should be protected with marine wax.
The glass in the frames is tempered safety glass and
requires only normal cleaning.
The side windows and deck hatches are made of acrylic
plastic. Refer to instructions for cleaning acrylic and
Plexiglass.
13.2.9 Caulking
All deck fitting, bow rails, windows, hatches, etc, have
been caulked with the highest quality material to ensure
a waterproof joint with the boat. However, normal use will
flex the joint and eventually break down the seal.
Note: We recommend that all deck fittings, hatches, windows,
rail, etc. be caulked periodically to prevent damaging leaks from
developing.