Regal 3200 Bowrider, Owner'S Manual

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Cosmetic Care & Maintenance
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type of abrasive cleaner as it will scratch the “vinyl” glass. There are
many cleaners and scratch removers on the market speci
fi cally for clear
vinyl. Handle the clear curtains carefully. They are soft and prone to
scratching.
Canvas parts are designed with zippers. When zippers are new they
can be a little dif
fi cult to use. Zip carefully without forcing the zipper
or the material. They will loosen with use. A zipper lubricant may be
used to help new zippers as well as maintaining used ones. The 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. This 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. The
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 af-
fect 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.