Monterey Sport Cruiser 260SCR, Owner'S Manual

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Section 10
10-8
Cruiser
hull blisters. NOTICE: Improper surface
preparation for application of a marine barrier
coating or bottom paint can void your warranty.
See your Monterey dealer for more information.
If
the boat is to be moored in water for periods of
more than sixty days in any ninety-day period, a
marine barrier coating must be properly applied
to the hull bottom.
Reducing the amount of time that your boat stays
in the water also helps prevent hull blisters from
forming. Use of a trailer or boat lift will reduce the
likelihood of hull blisters forming. Be sure to use a
bunk-type lift or trailer for long-term storage of the
boat out of water. If blisters are present in the hull,
they need to be properly cleaned and dried out
before any barrier protection can be applied.
Contact your Monterey dealer for more
information on prevention and treatment of hull
blisters.
Upholstery
Cockpit Vinyl Upholstery with PreFixx
®
Coating
Beginning with the 2008 model year, Monterey
Boats uses OMNOVA white, smoother and
embossed pleated vinyl material with
PreFixx top
coating. All other accent embossed white and
colored vinyl requires different care and
maintenance.
PreFixx Cleaning Instructions
PreFixx is engineered so that upholstery can be
cleaned again and again without showing signs of
wear. With easy cleanability and proven stain and
abrasion resistance,
PreFixx protective finish can
reduce maintenance costs and frequent
reupholstery.
Durability. Creates a barrier that resists stains
from penetrating to the surface of the vinyl for
proven, long-lasting protection. With
laboratory-tested stain resistance and improved
wear properties, BoltaSoft
®
upholstery treated
with PreFixx protective finish can retain a
“like-new” appearance longer.
Easy Maintenance. Enables most common
stains like dirt and smudges to wipe off easily.
Many difficult stains like ballpoint ink also can be
cleaned with active solvents, such as nail polish
remover, without damaging the
PreFixx
protective finish (when recommended cleaning
instructions are followed).
Normal Care and Cleaning
Remove ordinary dirt and smudges with a mild
soap and water solution and a clean, soft cloth or
towel. Dry with a soft, lint-free cloth or towel.
CAUTION! The use of vinyl “conditioners” or
“protectants” is not recommended and
should be avoided on vinyl upholstery treated
with PreFixx protective finish.
Special Cleaning Problems
Although BoltaSoft upholstery treated with
PreFixx protective finish is resistant to most
common stains, the dyes and pigments in some
staining agents have the ability to create a
permanent stain if not treated properly. To clean
difficult stains from upholstery treated with
PreFixx protective finish, locate the staining
agent in the lists below and follow its
recommended cleaning method. For best results,
treat all stains immediately.
Cleaning Tip: To determine the method and type
of cleaners, the source of the stain should be
identified.
Staining Agents: Baby oil, ketchup, chocolate,
motor oil, olive oil, grape juice, urine, blood, hair
oil tonic, tea, coffee and betadine. Use Method 1.
Staining Agents: Eye shadow, crayon and
grease. Use Method 1. If stains remain, use
Method 2.
Staining Agents: Tobacco tar (nicotine),
permanent felt tip marker, yellow mustard,
lipstick, ballpoint pen and spray paint. Use
Method 1. If stains remain, use Method 2. For
stubborn stains still remaining, use Method 3.
The recommended cleaners used in Cleaning
Methods 1, 2 and 3 are progressively more
aggressive.Often, it is better to begin with the
least aggressive cleaner and move to the next
strongest only if the stain remains. NEVER
EXCEED a staining agent’s recommended
cleaner or cleaning method, however.