CARE AND MAINTENANCE
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
This section describes how to take care of and maintain your ATX boat. Periodic
inspection and maintenance of items listed in this section are absolutely necessary.
Winterization of major components and some engine maintenance proce-
dures are best performed by your ATX Dealer. Some maintenance procedures
also require special tools which only a dealer may have. Refer to the engines
owner’s manual for maintenance information for the engine.
Some maintenance items that can be done by you or your dealer are listed in this
section. We suggest that you become familiar with these even if you have your
dealer service your boat.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
1. Read engine owner’s manual carefully and completely.
2. Check and make sure all drain plugs are installed correctly every time you
use your boat.
3. Check the fuel system for leaks every time you use your boat.
4. DO NOT start your engine if you smell gasoline or an odor is present. Gasoline
fumes are highly explosive. Before starting your engine, always operate the
blower for at least four minutes or open the engine cover and inspect the engine
compartment for gasoline fumes. Run your blower when operating at slow
speeds. If fuel vapors are present, DO NOT start the engine. Check all hoses and
fittings to determine the source of the vapor. Make the necessary repairs or take
the boat to a qualified service technician to eliminate the fuel vapor.
WARNING
GASOLINE VAPORS CAN EXPLODE
Before starting engine, run blower 4 minutes and check engine comp. Bilge
for gasoline vapors. Run blower below cruising speed.
5. When servicing the ignition switch or any wiring, disconnect
the battery cables from the battery.
6. Check for water circulation when the engine is running.
Exhaust should contain steady flow of water. In closed cooling systems, make sure
the coolant in the cooling system is at the proper level.
INTERIOR
If your boat has CoolTouch/Chil Cool
™
Technology, please refer
to the CoolTouch Vinyl Interior Instructions.
The interior fabric of your ATX boat is designed to take the tough punishment of
the elements and usage of an active boater. Keep sharp objects away from the
interior to prevent cuts or damage to your interior.
The interior of your ATX boat can be cleaned easily, over and over, without
showing signs of wear. Certain ingredients in products can contribute to stain-
ing of your interior, such as sunscreens. Some of these ingredients are:
• Aminobenzoic acids—e.g. PABA
• Hydroxy benzophenones—e.g. Oxybenzone
• P-methoxycinnamic acid
• Octylmethoxycinnamate
This list is not inclusive, but does represent a large selection of sunscreens which
are known to stain vinyls. Almost any sunscreen with a high percentage (two
percent or more) of active ingredients can stain.
The interior manufacturer or ATX Surf Boats warranties do not cover
staining from sunscreens.
Special care should be taken to prevent dark-colored rubber products from
coming in contact with your interior upholstery. Regular vacuuming and general
cleaning of carpets is recommended. Washing with warm soap and water
is recommended for cleaning hard to remove spots and dirt. Under no cir-
cumstances should any solvents normally associated with the dry cleaning of
apparel be used on the interior carpet of your ATX.
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