SEALINE S28, Owner'S Manual

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Sealine International Ltd. (V1.1)
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Exterior Care
General
Sealine boats are constructed from low maintenance glass reinforced resin, more commonly known as fibreglass or
GRP. The outer skin, or gel coat, is hand painted onto the boat mould and covered by layers of glass fibre, each of
which are rolled to expel any air trapped between the layers; a process continued until the required thickness is
reached. The hulls are an immensely strong, one-piece construction incorporating complex foam and timber
bulkheads and stringers. The timber cored and reinforced decks are then mechanically fastened, bonded and
sealed at deck level to form a one-piece monocoque construction.
Canopy Maintenance
Frequent washing with soapy water and a sponge will keep your canopy in good condition. Stubborn stains can be
removed using a proprietary type of cleaner suitable for this purpose. DO NOT use scouring type cleansers on the
vinyl windows. Allow canopy to dry thoroughly before storing. An occasional application of household candle wax to
the zips will assist their easy running.
Cockpit Upholstery
Vinyl upholstery should only be cleaned using warm soapy water or car type vinyl upholstery cleaner. Although
water resistant, the vinyl upholstery should not be subjected to continual soaking as the foam filling will become
saturated and will be difficult to dry.
Glass fibre Surfaces
Glass fibre surfaces should be kept clean using a soft deck brush, fresh water and possibly a small amount of mild
detergent. Wax can be applied which will maintain the shine and help to prevent fading. When waxing glass fibre
surfaces they will become very slippery, therefore it is not recommended that non-slip deck areas be waxed.
DO
NOT use solvents or chemicals to clean stubborn stains. The use of "T" cut or one of the special glass fibre
cleaners will help.
Windows and Frames
These are toughened glass with heavy gauge aluminium or stainless steel frames. Aluminium frames are anodised
during manufacture to withstand the rigours of salt water. Seals are tough weather resistant rubber or marine
silicone. Frames and windows should be washed frequently with warm soapy water to clear salt deposits, dirt, etc.
Proprietary cleaner can then be used to polish and remove any smears.
Door and Window Guides
Sliding door and window guide runners should be kept clear of all foreign matter by frequent cleaning with a small
brush. Should the door or window become difficult to slide, a thin smear of waterproof grease on the runners will
remedy the problem. Hinges on opening windows should be treated with thin oil or similar, sparingly applied and
wiped clean afterwards.
Deck Fittings
The fender rubber, aluminium and stainless steel fittings can be treated in much the same way as glass fibre
surfaces. Although most of the external fittings are stainless steel it is possible that some superficial rusting may
occur in certain conditions. This can easily be controlled using "T" cut, or similar, and applying a coat of wax.
Additional Fittings
Care should be taken if attempting to fit additional equipment to your boat. Lining material and panels inside the
boat may have to be removed to gain access. Glass fibre drills quite readily. We recommend a blunt drill bit and
use of silicone type mastic to ensure a good seal. If the fitting is subject to loading, reinforcement should be added.