Scout Boats 320 LXF, Owner'S Manual

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In saltwater areas, the top and curtains should be rinsed with
freshwater after each use and at least weekly if it is stored
outside. Saltwater attracts moisture and dirt can shorten the life
of fabric tops and enclosures. The salt is also abrasive and can
cause premature wear in the stitching.
Clear Curtains and Connectors
Side curtains and clear connectors can be cleaned with mild soap
and water. They should not be allowed to become badly soiled.
Dirt, oil, mildew, and cleaning agents containing ammonia, will
shorten the life of the vinyl that is used for clear curtains. After
cleaning the curtains and allowing them to dry, apply a non-lemon
furniture polish or an acrylic glass and clear plastic protector to
extend the life of the curtains.
Vinyl curtains should be stored either rolled or flat, without folds
or creases. Folding the curtains will make permanent creases
that could cause the vinyl to crack.
Note: Do not use any polish containing lemon scents or
lemon. The lemon juice will attack the vinyl and shorten its
life.
Snaps should be lubricated periodically with petroleum jelly,
silicone grease or a lubricant designed for snaps. Zippers should
be lubricated with silicone spray, para
ffi n or silicone stick.
Strataglass
Strataglass® is a special coated vinyl that could be used in the
curtains for the T-top enclosure. The coating protects the vinyl
glass and resists scratching. Waxes and Plexiglas polishing
compounds should not be used on strataglass as the protective
coating prevents them from penetrating into the vinyl and they will
build up on the surface. These products will create a hazy, greasy
appearance that will a
ff ect the clarity of the strataglass. Products
that repel water, like Rainex®, should not be used as they will not
take well to the surface and could appear spotty and may also
yellow or dull the Strataglass over time.
Strataglass can be cleaned by rinsing o ff dirt or salt deposits with
fresh water, then washing with a clean cloth and mild soap.
Chamois dry to remove water spots and improve clarity. If a
polish is accidentally used, use Windex® or its equivalent to
remove it. While window cleaners will destroy the standard vinyl
normally used in side curtains and clear connectors, it will not
harm strataglass. Always roll down the curtains and snap in
place at the end of each day so the curtains will maintain their
shape and to minimize fold distortions.
Depending upon usage, it is recommended that an occasional
application of Aquatech Strataglass Cleaner be done. Treat this
like a polish, as opposed to a cleaner - wash and dry curtains
first, then apply Aquatech Strataglass Cleaner, actually bu
ffi ng the
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