Regal 42 Fly-Grande Coupe, Owner'S Manual

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Chapter 8
CANVAS CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
Canvas should be cleaned regularly before substances
such as dirt, roof particles, etc., are allowed to accumulate
on and become embedded in the fabric. Th
e fabric can
be cleaned without being removed from the boat. Simply
brush off any loose dirt, hose down, and clean with a mild
solution of natural soap in lukewarm water. Rinse thor-
oughly to remove soap. DO NOT USE DETERGENTS!
Allow to air dry.
For heavily soiled fabric, remove the top from the frame.
Soak the fabric in a solution that has been mixed to the
following proportions: 1/2 cup of bleach and
1/4 cup of Ivory or Lux soap (liquid or soap) per each
gallon of lukewarm water. Allow the fabric to soak until
the bleach has killed the mildew and the stains can be
brushed out with a common kitchen scrub brush. Rinse
the fabric thoroughly in cold water to remove all the soap.
Th
is may require several rinsings. Incomplete rinsing can
cause deterioration of sewing threads and prohibit the
fabric from being properly retreated. Allow the fabric to
dry completely.
DO NOT STEAM PRESS OR DRY IN AN ELECTRIC
OR GAS DRYER!
Excessive heat can damage and shrink the fabric since it
is heat sensitive.
Th
is method of cleaning may remove part of the water
and stain repellents that was applied to the fabric dur-
ing its manufacture. It is recommended to retreat with
such water repellency products as Apseal and Uniseal.
We do not recommend any wax based treatments such
as Th
ompson’s Water Seal or any of the silicone products
such as SC-15 or Aqua-Tite. Wax based products prevent
the fabric from breathing, and encourage mildew growth
while the silicone products interact with the original
fl uorocarbon fi nish and seem to cause a rapid loss of
water repellency. Scotchguard has not been found to be
very eff ective for restoring water repellents to Sunbrella.
It seems to work well in the short run, but not long term.
CLEAR VINYL, ZIPPER & SNAP CARE
Never store canvas wet or in an unventilated, moist area.
Always roll the canvas instead of folding. Th
is is of par-
ticular importance on side curtains or any other part with
the clear vinyl “glass”. Roll the top carefully around the
bows and cover with the storage boot provided.
Th
e clear vinyl “glass” used in side curtains, aft curtains,
visors, and camper enclosures is very susceptible to heat
and cold. Keep vinyl curtains from touching metal tubing
to minimize burning the vinyl.
If the boat is stored with top, side curtains and aft curtain
in place, heat build up inside the boat may discolor the
vinyl.
To clean the clear “vinyl” glass, use a solution of Ivory
or Lux soap, liquid or fl akes, and lukewarm water. Al-
low to air dry. Never use any type of abrasive cleaner as
it will scratch the “vinyl” glass. Th
ere 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
starting 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.