Sea Ray 270 Select EX, Owner'S Manual

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9.1
S
ECTION
9 • C
ARE
& R
EFINISHING
270 Select EX
Your new boat has been designed to provide you
with years of enjoyment and satisfaction. In order
to maintain the factory new appearance of your boat,
we recommend the use of 3M™ Marine's one step
Maintenance and Reconditioning Products
designed specifically for pleasure boats. Following
proper fiberglass maintenance guidelines will help
maintain your boat's performance, value, and
enjoyment.
Gelcoat surfaces are slippery when wet.
Always wear nonslip footwear securely fastened to
your feet and hold on to rails or the boat structure.
! WARNING
Waxed surfaces are slippery.
Do not wax areas that are usually walked on.
! WARNING
2. F
IBERGLASS AND
G
ELCOAT
The fiberglass hull, deck and some interior parts
consist of a molded shell and exterior gelcoat. The
gelcoat is the outer surface, often colored, that
presents the shiny smooth appearance associated
with fiberglass products. This gelcoat surface is
painted or taped in some areas for styling purposes.
Wash the gelcoat and fiberglass regularly with clean,
fresh water. Wax gelcoated surfaces to maintain the
luster. In northern climates, a waxing at the start
and end of the boating season may suffice. In
southern climates, an application of wax every three
months will be required for adequate protection.
REFER TO THE “3M
®
ONE STEP MAINTENANCE AND
RECONDITIONING PRODUCTS” PAMPHLET IN YOUR
OWNER’S MANUAL PACKET FOR INSTRUCTIONS
AND WARRANTY INFORMATION.
1. P
AINT
C
LEANING
A
GENTS AND
O
THER
S
UBSTANCES
Do not use products containing chlorine,
phosphates, perfumes and nondegradable
ingredients. Consult your marine dealer regarding
environmental regulations before painting the hull.
Fumes can last for hours, and chemical ingredients
can harm people, property and the environment.
Common household cleaning agents may cause
hazardous reactions. Read and understand
directions on all paint, cleaning and polishing
materials before using.
EXPLOSION/FIRE HAZARD
Care and refinishing materials may contain
ingredients that are flammable or explosive. Do not
use such materials in the bilge
Shut off electrical power and ventilate when using
such materials anywhere on the boat or in the
cabin.
Do not create sparks or use lighted materials.
! WARNING
A. K
EEP
B
ILGE
A
REA
D
RY
Water may accumulate in the engine room where it
is not able to drain to the bilge pump. Check all
areas of the engine room for accumulated water
and dry thoroughly. Water left standing may
penetrate through the gelcoated surfaces and wick
into the fiberglass affecting the life of the product.