Service and Care
To enjoy trouble free use of your Pro-Line follow the recommended procedures and instructions
relating to the service and care of your boat. Failure to follow these recommended maintenance
practices will result in shorter life of your equipment and may void your warranty.
Much of the installed equipment on your boat is separately warranted, follow the care
instructions found in your owner’s packet to keep these warranties in force. Your engine manual
contains service information relating to your particular engine installation. Follow the provided
recommendations for trouble free service, and to preserve your warranty.
Fiberglass and Gel Coat
The gel-coated fiberglass on your boat provides a smooth surface that is easy to clean and
maintain. Regular cleaning and waxing will preserve the finish on your boat for many years to
come.
Use a mild detergent and plenty of fresh clean water to swab down the exposed gelcoat of your
boat. Don't use harsh cleaners containing ammonia, chlorine or abrasives. Do not use acetone or
any reducing solvents. Stubborn stains can be removed with alcohol or kerosene provided they
are washed off immediately and completely with mild detergent and water. Wax all gel coated
surfaces a minimum of twice a year. Wax more often if the boat is stored in the sun. If due to
neglect the surface takes on a dull appearance that is not restorable by waxing, hand buff with a
rubbing compound, then wax. Your dealer can provide advice and the necessary products to
complete the job.
Caution:
When power buffing use care not to leave swirl marks or "burn" the surface. You may
want to leave power buffing to a professional. The gel coat on your boat is approximately 25
mils thick. Minor scratches and deep stains that do not penetrate the gel coat can be lightly wet
sanded with 600 grit, buffed and waxed to remove. If a deep gouge to the surface occurs that
goes all the way through the gel coat into the fiberglass it must be repaired promptly to avoid
further damage. Your dealer is best equipped to handle this repair and achieve good bonding and
color match. There are many different gel coat repair kits on the market for this use, however
results obtained may not be satisfactory. For damage to fiberglass that goes deeper than 1/16
inch see your Pro-Line dealer.
Marine Growth
Marine growth is a problem with unpainted hull bottoms. Consult your dealer about an anti-
fouling finish for the portions of the hull below the water line. Consult your dealer to determine
the conditions under which your boat will be moored. Establish a program for periodic
inspections of the boat’s bottom according to these conditions.
Windows and Hatches
To clean acrylic, rinse with fresh water to remove as much grime as possible. Use your bare
hand with lots of water so you can feel any grit and avoid grinding it in to the surface as you
dislodge it. When all material that may cause damage is gone, use a soft clean cloth with a non-
abrasive mild detergent and clean fresh water. Rinse and blot dry with a clean dry chamois.
Grease and adhesives may be removed with kerosene, hexane or white gas (not gas you burn in