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Owner’s Manual Page 104 Care and Maintenance - Section E
Figure E5: Carbon Monoxide Canvas Warning Label
H. Weather Cover Maintenance
Figure E6: Canvas Care & Maintenance Tag
Moisture, dirt, chemicals from industrial fallout, heat,
ultraviolet rays and in some cases, salt water are
factors which affect the longevity of acrylic covers.
See Figure E6.
1. Moisture can cause shrinkage and mildew. Allow
the cover to dry thor ough ly before disassembling
tops. Keep it clean and well ventilated to prevent
mildew. Spraying the weather cover with Lysol
Disinfec tant™ or simi lar product will help pre vent
mildew.
2. Dirt creates a starting point for mildew when
moisture is present. Clean the top with a sponge
or soft scrub brush and mild detergent when the
cover is installed. Make sure cover is taut to help
prevent shrinkage.
3. Chemicals cause decay if allowed to accumu late
for long periods of time. Keep the cover clean to
prevent decay.
4. Heat can cause cracks in vinyl components and
stiffening of fabric when enclosed in plastic or
polyethylene. DO NOT store the weather cover in
polyethylene under direct sunlight or high tempera-
ture situations.
5. Ultraviolet degradation may occur under pro longed
exposure to direct sunlight. Store the top in the
boot when not in use.
6. Salt water can corrode brass, aluminum, or
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clean, lubricated, and waxed to prevent corrosion.
Clear vinyl curtains and windows demand extra care
to prevent scratching. DO NOT use cloth or chamois
skin. Dirt or grit in the cloth will scratch the vinyl
window. Using a hose, apply clean water to the clear
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DO NOT use hot water. DO NOT dry in an
auto matic dryer. DO NOT dry clean or steam
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cient rinsing. Re-rinse. If leakage continues, apply a
coat of silicone air drying water repellent, such as
Scotchguard
™
. See your Scarab dealer for addition al
informa tion on weather covers.
E - 13 SPECIAL PROCEDURES
A. Jet Pump Water Intake and Impeller Cleaning
Water is drawn up by the impeller through this open-
ing. The grate minimizes entry of foreign objects into
the propulsion system.