Bennington Owner’s Manual 15
Also, it is important to realize that over a period of time the unpainted bright aluminum surfaces will
oxidize, taking on a dull gray appearance. This oxidized coating is normal and does not harm the
aluminum.
Tube Corrosion
Current boat building techniques minimize corrosion problems on aluminum surfaces and
Bennington Marine uses the highest grade of aluminum offered in the marine industry. Nevertheless,
galvanic corrosion can occur when dissimilar metals come in contact and are wetted by contami-
nated water. In general, salt water does lead to faster corrosion.
IF YOU ARE USING YOUR PONTOON IN SALT OR BRACKISH WATER, WASH YOUR
PONTOON TUBES AND THE UNDERSTRUCTURE AFTER EVERY BOAT USE TO HELP
GUARD AGAINST CORROSION PROBLEMS.
Never charge your batteries while the pontoon is sitting on the trailer. This is especially true if the
trailer has wooden or carpeted bunks. Take the battery out of the boat to charge it. The boat which
was removed from salt water is not free of salt water, even if you have washed boat your boat and
trailer. Salt build up under the pontoons, held by the trailer bunk wood/carpet is an excellent con-
ductor and may cause corrosion as you charge the battery.
Motor Pan
Oil and trash will collect in the motor pan. This could create a fi re hazard and/or undesired odors.
Remove all trash build up and clean the motor pan with a liquid household detergent or bilge cleaner
as needed. After cleaning the motor pan, thoroughly rinse it with freshwater to remove any cleaning
solution.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM CARE:
Make certain the batteries are secure in the battery tray. Check the battery connections making sure
they are clean and tight. If not used frequently, trickle charge the battery to keep it ready for use.
Follow the instructions included with the battery charger. Check with your Bennington dealer if you
see any wiring damage.
FLOOR COVERINGS:
Carpet
If your boat has carpeting, treat it as you would your carpeting in your house. Vacuum and clean it
regularly.
! CAUTION !
TRAILER BUNKS (CARPET & WOOD) WILL ABSORB AND HOLD SALT WATER.
TUBES RESTING AGAINST TRAILER BUNKS OVER AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME
CAN CAUSE CORROSION. IT IS IMPORTANT TO RINSE THE ENTIRE TUBE WITH
FRESH WATER TO MINIMIZE THE RISK OF CORROSION.
! CAUTION !
There is risk of an electric current in the water near boats linked to shore power.
This electric current can increase the chance of tube corrosion.
! WARNING !
Do not use fl ammable solvents to clean the motor pan.
Any remaining residue could result in a fi re.
! WARNING !
Wiring that is damaged or not properly coated may cause a short circuit if not repaired.
! WARNING !
When charging batteries, hydrogen gas is produced which is extremely fl ammable.
Keep battery compartments open during charging. Never smoke near batteries.
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