343 Owner’s Manual
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Interior/Exterior Care
CABINETRY AND WOOD
Cabinetry
Clean with any water rinseable non-abrasive
cleaner.
Rosewood Dash
Your Cobalt boat may be equipped with a
Rosewood veneer dash, which will maintain its
natural beauty and high-gloss sheen when properly
maintained.
• For routine cleaning wipe the wood surface
with a damp soft cotton cloth. For thorough
cleaning, wash surface with a mild solution of
soap and water, and dry with a soft cotton cloth.
• Wax or rubbing compound can be used
occasionally when necessary.
• Apply liquid wax product lightly with your
fingertips. Work from the center of the wood
surface outward. Rub in a circular motion and
stop about 1/4 inch from exterior edges of the
wood. Remove wax with a clean soft cloth.
• For difficult-to-clean surfaces 3M Perfect-It III
rubbing compound and a 3M “Type T”
scrubbing pad can be used. Use rubbing
compound carefully following manufacturer's
instructions.
• Do not use cleaners or polishes containing
alcohol, ammonia, abrasives, oily emollients or
petroleum-based materials.
• Avoid saturating edges of wood laminate with
polish or wax. In some instances foam-backed
tape used in manufacturing will absorb and
retain these substances and result in
premature fading and/or discoloration of your
Rosewood dash. If cleaners or waxes come in
contact with edges of the wood laminate, clean
the surface immediately with a mild solution of
soap and water.
Waterfall Bubinga or Birdseye Maple Dash
Your Cobalt boat may be equipped with an optional
Waterfall Buginga or Birdseye Maple Dash.
• Wipe the wood surface clean with a
water-moistened soft cloth. For stubborn dirt
and stains use a small amount of mild
non-abrasive detergent (Dove
®
, Dawn
®
, etc.)
on a moistened cloth and gently clean the area.
• Wipe surface dry with a soft non-abrasive cloth.
• Avoid flushing the wood trim with water.
• Do not use Armor All
®
or other marine
protectants.
• Apply a light coat of non-abrasive Carnauba
®
paste to protect the surface.
Teak Swim Platform
Your Cobalt boat may be equipped with a teak swim
platform. To keep teak in top condition, clean it
occasionally with a teak cleaner and re-oil it at least
once a season. Follow the manufacturer’s
instructions and warnings carefully. Some cleaners
and oils may damage gelcoat, vinyl, stainless or
aluminum. Avoid using rust-producing steel wool
pads when cleaning. Materials can be purchased
from your authorized Cobalt dealer.
Cedar
Wipe surface with a dry cloth or a slightly damp
cloth. Do not seal or paint cedar.
CARPET
Vacuum the carpet on a regular basis. Use
household carpet stain removers and cleaners to
clean the carpet.
NOTICE: Teak sealers and
cleaners can be harmful to other
materials. Make sure you
thoroughly remove any spills or
excess. Teak should not be
varnished. The natural oils in
teak will cause poor adhesion.
A
DANGER
Avoid fire or explosion onboard. Do not
store rags used to treat teak onboard.
Store or dispose of rags properly
ashore.
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