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2011 Owners Manual...Cleaning the Boat...Page 14-1
Cleaning the Boat
Periodic cleaning is the best way to keep your boat looking like new. Regular washing and waxing keep
dirt and build-up from deteriorating the finish. If you keep your boat in showroom-new condition then your
personal satisfaction will be higher and the resale value of your boat will be greater.
The boat is made of fiberglass-reinforced plastic resin material that is easy to clean and care for. Several
layers of resin material are chemically bonded together to form the hull. The smooth outside surface of the
hull is a layer of gel coat resin. The gel coat is a solid color that is only a few millimeters thick.
Beneath the gel coat surface is a series of layers of chemical resin, fiberglass mat and woven roving. It is
these layers that give the boat its strength and maintain the hull
shape. The boat bottom also uses special core-mat material for its
strength-to-weight and superior marine performance.
Even though MasterCraft has carefully crafted boats from re-
silient materials, it is still the responsibility of the boat owner to
perform regular and routine cleaning maintenance to ensure that
the boat exterior, interior and components retain both their ap-
pearance and strength.
Hull
When washing the boat, use a mild detergent, such as Dawn or
Ivory dish soap, or similar commercially-produced detergent, and
warm water solution.
DO NOT
use abrasive cleaners, solvents,
ammonia or chlorine, as these will damage the gel coat surface.
Under extreme conditions, special cleaners may be used to remove
marine growth from the hull. (See an authorized MasterCraft ser-
vice department for further instructions.)
Upholstery
While the vinyl is made to withstand the elements, it is im-
portant to care for vinyl by keeping it clean at all times. Many
substances may stain the vinyl if left untreated over a period of
time. Remember to remove any contaminant and clean vinyl im-
mediately.
Regular washing with mild detergent (see attached informa-
tion) and warm water or vinyl cleaners is sufficient to keep the
cushion and vinyl coverings in good condition. Do not soak the
cushion, and dry thoroughly after washing to prevent mildew ac-
cumulations when the boat is covered. Spray the cushions with a
mildew repellent and prop them up in the boat when it is covered
to take advantage of air circulation.
MasterCraft vinyl is made to withstand the effects of sun, heat,
acid rain and soiling, under normal conditions, but this does not
preclude the cleaning requirements. Please consult the following
cleaning recommendations before cleaning your upholstery.
Certain household cleaners, powdered abrasives, steel wool, and
industrial cleaners may cause damage and discoloration, and are not recommended for use. Dry cleaning fluids
and lacquer solvents should not be used as they will remove the printed pattern and gloss. Waxes are not recom-
mended, as many contain dyes and solvents that can permanently damage the vinyl’s protective coating.
In some instances, consumers have reported the appearance of a pink stain on vinyl that is resistant to
various cleaning methods. Although there can be other causes for pink staining in vinyls, most pink stains
are caused by dyes produced by micro-organisms. These dyes are metabolic products of the micro-organisms,
otherwise known as a form of fungi.
It is virtually impossible for consumers to avoid these micro-organisms as they exist in the atmosphere,
which are more prevalent in high-humidity areas. Rain cleanses the air, with the result being that the micro-
organisms are deposited on items such as marine vinyl.
While the vinyl is treated to resist the growth of micro-organisms (meaning the vinyl is not a food source),
the stain results from failure to properly clean and maintain the vinyl. This means that after use, the upholstery
must be cleaned with a soft brush and warm soapy water, followed by a thorough rinse with clean water.