Robalo 2012 220, Owner'S/Operator'S Manual

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HULL BOTTOM MAINTENANCE
If your boat will be in water continuously for the majority of the boat-
ing season, Robalo recommends sealing the hull bottom with a high
quality barrier coating. Repairing water blister damage is not cov-
ered under the Robalo Boat Warranty. Your Robalo dealer can
recommend the best barrier coating product for your boat.
Never use wire brushes, scouring pads, or other abrasive materials
or solutions on the bottom surface of your boat. They cause small
scratch marks that will collect dirt, silt, sand, marine growth and
other foreign materials.
Keep the hull bottom of your boat clean. Checking it regularly for
any signs of excessive wear or damage. Make needed repairs to
the hull bottom as soon as possible. Accumulation of natural coat-
ings from water and marine growth can create drag and limit the
efficiency of your boat.
BOTTOM PAINT (ANTI-FOULING)
Important: Consult your Robalo dealer for recommended bot-
tom paints and local laws that govern your area. Many states
regulate the chemical content of bottom paints to meet envi-
ronmental standards and regulations.
Anti-fouling bottom paint is designed to prevent marine growth by
dissolving slowly. As a result, the bottom of your boat will usually
need painting after the boating season. Some variables to consider
when selecting a protective bottom paint are the water temperature,
water pollution, salinity, current, and organic matter in the water. To
protect and repaint the boat bottom, perform the following:
• Remove boat from water once a year. Scrub bottom with a soap
and water solution and a bristled brush.
Note: Repainting the bottom is not necessary each time the
bottom is scrubbed, as long as no bare areas are visible in the
bottom paint.
• Sand entire bottom surface of the boat.
• Fair (smooth out) all rough areas as required.
• Clean bottom surface to remove all dust and foreign materials.
• Make sure bottom surface is completely dry.
• Apply new coat of bottom paint.
Allow new bottom paint to dry 24 to 36 hours. Never attempt to haul,
paint, and launch on the same day.
DECK HARDWARE AND FITTINGS
Note: Always follow the manufacturer’s recommendations
(found in your owner’s packet) for cleaning and maintaining
deck hardware and fittings. These recommendations include
the proper cleaning methods an cleaning agents.
Inspection
Inspect hardware and fittings to make sure they are tight. All
screws, bolts, clamps, cleats, etc., should be secure.
Cleaning and Care
• Always clean stainless steel frequently with soap and water. Any
cleaner safe for glass is usually safe for stainless steel.
• Always remove rust spots as soon as possible with a brass, sil-
ver, or chrome cleaner. Irreversible pitting will develop under
rust that remains on stainless steel for any period of time.
• Always use a cleaner, like a good car wax, for added beauty and
protection.
• Never use coarse abrasives like sandpaper or steel wool on
stainless steel. These may actually cause rusting.
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