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Routine Maintenance
Anodized Aluminum Surfaces
Anodized aluminum should be washed periodi-
cally with soap and water to keep it clean. If the
boat is used in saltwater or polluted water, the
aluminum should be washed with soap and water
after each use. Saltwater allowed to remain on
anodized aluminum will penetrate the anodized
coating and attack the aluminum.
If your boat is used in saltwater and equipped
with a wakeboard tower and canvas top, it will
require special attention to the anodized aluminum
near the top. This area is subject to salt build up
from salty condensation and sea spray. It is also
frequently overlooked when the boat is washed
and may not be rinsed by the rain. Consequently,
the aluminum near the top is more likely to be-
come pitted than the exposed aluminum on the
structure. Make sure the aluminum in this area is
washed frequently with soap and water and rinsed
thoroughly. Pay particular attention to places
where the top material contacts the frame.
Once a month coat the entire frame with a metal
protector made for anodized aluminum to protect
against pitting and corrosion caused by the harsh
effects of saltwater. Do not use automotive or boat
wax designed for paint or gel coat on anodized
aluminum. The wax can contaminate the alumi-
num and damage the anodized surface.
CAUTION
ONE DRAWBACK TO METAL PROTECTORS IS THAT THEY
CAN MAKE THE METAL SLIPPERY. THEREFORE, METAL
PROTECTORS SHOULD NOT BE USED ON TOWER LADDERS,
STEERING WHEELS AND OTHER AREAS WHERE A GOOD
GRIP AND SURE FOOTING IS IMPORTANT.
Stains can be removed from anodized aluminum
with a metal polish or fine polishing compound. To
minimize corrosion, use a caulking compound or
Teflon based sealer to bed hardware and fasteners
mounted to aluminum fabrications. If the anodized
coating is badly scratched it can be touched up with
paint. With proper care, anodized aluminum will
provide many years of service.
Powder Coated or Painted Aluminum
Powder coated or painted aluminum should be
washed periodically with soap and water to keep
it clean. If the boat is used in saltwater or polluted
water, the aluminum should be washed with soap
and water after each use. Saltwater allowed to re-
main on powder coated or painted aluminum will
penetrate the coating and attack the aluminum,
usually around fasteners and hardware mounted
to the aluminum.
If your boat is used in saltwater and equipped with
a wakeboard tower and canvas top, it will require
special attention to the aluminum near the top. This
area is subject to salt build up from salty condensa
-
tion and sea spray. It is also frequently overlooked
when the boat is washed and will not be rinsed by
the rain. Consequently, the aluminum near the top
is more likely to become pitted than the exposed
aluminum on the structure. Make sure the aluminum
in this area is washed frequently with soap and water
and rinsed thoroughly. Pay particular attention to
places where the top material contacts the frame.
Once a month check for damage, scratches and
corrosion, particularly around fasteners and hard-
ware. Nicked or badly scratched paint and powder
coating can be sanded and touched up with enamel
paint. Corrosion around fasteners will have to be
sanded, then touched up with paint. The fasteners
will require fiber washers and sealing with caulk or
a Teflon based sealer to isolate the fastener from
the aluminum and prevent damage to the paint or
powder coating when the fastener is installed. Pe-
riodically applying automotive or boat wax to the
surface will provide additional protection from the
harsh effects of saltwater.
Always repair scratches, nicks and corroded areas
as soon as possible. Corrosion left unaddressed will
lift the paint or powder coating, allowing moisture
to travel between the coating and the aluminum
causing the corrosion to spread below the coating
and damage the aluminum.
If excessive chipping and peeling occurs, it could
be an indication of an electrical fault in the boat
or aluminum fabrication. You should contact your
dealer or a qualified marine electrician to inspect
your boat immediately and correct the problem if
you suspect that your boat may have a fault in the
aluminum frame.
Summary of Contents for 305 SS
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Page 153: ...153 MONTEREY BOATS Appendix G Wiring Diagrams 12V DC Battery Switch Panel...
Page 154: ...154 MONTEREY BOATS Schematics DE 12V DC Battery Switch Panel...
Page 155: ...155 MONTEREY BOATS Schematics Accy Helm Panel...
Page 159: ...159 MONTEREY BOATS Schematics Mercury Twin Harness...
Page 160: ...160 MONTEREY BOATS Schematics Mercury M Dash Gauge Harness...
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