Regal 2000 ES, Owner'S Manual

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Cosmetic Care & Maintenance
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are many cleaners and scratch removers on the market specifi cally
for clear vinyl. Handle the clear curtains carefully. Th ey are soft and
prone to scratching.
Canvas parts are designed with zippers. When zippers are new they
can be a little diffi
cult to use. Zip carefully without forcing the zipper
or the material. Th ey will loosen with use. A zipper lubricant may be
used to help new zippers as well as maintaining used ones. Th e most
vulnerable part of the zipper is the starts. Use care when beginning
to close the zipper.
Canvas snap fasteners should be unsnapped as close to the button
as possible. Never remove canvas by pulling roughly on the edge of
the material. Th
is can damage the canvas as well as the fasteners. Use
petroleum jelly on snaps to keep them from developing corrosion
especially in harsh environments.
Hull Bottom
Never use wire brushes or highly abrasive scouring pads on your hull
bottom. It could damage the gel coat surface or the bottom paint. Th
e
bottom of your boat needs to be clean since the build up of natural
coatings from water or marine life can potentially create drag and
aff ect your boat’s performance. Contact a marine professional or
Regal dealer for more information.
Metal
Keep all stainless steel and other metal parts rinsed and wiped dry.
To maintain their fi nish annually polish the stainless steel and other
bright works at least annually. Use commercially available metal
products and read the labels carefully before use. Refer to the fl yer
in the owners information pouch. Most marinas and boating retail
outlets carry metal care products.