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• damages caused by heat, fire, explosion or freezing (including the failure to perform proper winterization or

preparations for storage or lack of use for periods in excess of thirty [30] days);

• damages caused by atmospheric fallout, chemical treatments, tree sap, salt, ocean spray, mold, or animal

droppings, lightning, hail, rain, flooding, wind, sand, floods or other environmental or natural conditions or
Acts of God;

• staining, blistering, or discolorization resulting from failure to coat the hull with marine-grade hull paint on

boats that are allowed to remain in bodies of water for extended periods (more than 14 days);

• damages caused by vandalism or theft;

• corrosion or damage, including oxidation, electrolysis including that which occurs to chrome plated, stainless,

anodized or aluminum finish or the colorfastness of finish.

Failure to follow the instructions within this

Owner’s Manual regarding corrosion prevention and operation in salt or brackish water may result in
or contribute to these types of damage and are not covered under the Limited Warranty;

• damages caused by aftermarket cleaning products or additives not specifically approved by Malibu Boats;
• damages due to insufficient or improper maintenance, lack of maintenance, or delay of repair (unless

specifically and directly authorized by Malibu Boats warranty department in writing);

• damage or contamination resulting from leaking or spilled fluids including, but not limited to, fuel or drive

train fluids;

• conditions resulting from use of the boat for anything other than recreational purposes (Note: Commercial

use as described in this owner’s manual will affect the length of warranty coverage. Please refer to

Section 5:

Commercial Use Exclusions / Restrictions

for specific details);

• manufacturing variations or imperfections in cosmetic, convenience or aesthetic components or features of

the boat, including the gel coat finish, which have no effect on use or safety;

•  damages caused by the use of any trailer purchased through any entity other than Malibu Boats;
•  damages caused by improper support of the boat on davits, hoist system or boat lift of any kind;
•  damages caused by improper weight distribution or excessive weight combinations of persons aboard,

ballast or simulated ballast and gear;

• any material, component or part of the boat that has a warranty period and/or conditions as specified by the

producing entity which differs from this Limited Warranty unless such warranties are administered directly by
the producing entity;

• damages caused by water intrusion into any part of the boat (including, but not limited to, the glove box and

various storage compartments);

• performance characteristics, such as speed, acceleration, fuel or oil consumption, etc., as they are estimated

and can vary as dictated by individual conditions;

• any and all consequential damages including, but not limited to, costs incurred for haul-out, launching,

towing, storage charges, telephone, expedited shipping of replacement parts, or rental charges of any type
(including slip fees), inconveniences, or loss of time or income;

• components such as Surf Gate™, fins and wedges not installed at the time of manufacture. Post-manufacture

installation of any of these items, as well as any other component not installed at the time of manufacture,
will void the warranty and other components of the boat that have their own warranty(ies) due to potential
damage to the boat and possible danger to occupants;

• damage or injury resulting from failure to comply with recall notices, service bulletins and advisories, or

requests from Malibu Boats to repair the boat or its components;

• damage or injury resulting from speeding, demonstration or any type of racing;
• damages resulting from the failure to properly maintain and care for the boat and its components in

accordance with the instructions found within this Owner’s Manual;

• shop supplies used in correction work, such as, but not limited to, sealants, lubricants, cleaning supplies;