18 Bennington Owner’s Manual
Snaps & Zippers
Zippers and Snaps will loosen with use. Use care when starting the zipper to prevent damage. Do
not force the zipper to move. Lubricate snaps with petroleum jelly.
Care & Maintenance of Boat Covers
1. Do NOT exceed 15 MPH with the top open.
2. Be sure that the cover is tightly secured using ALL available tie downs.
Do NOT allow to wind whip.
3. Do not allow water or heavy snow to stand or puddle on the cover.
4. Protect cover from sharp edges or corners.
5. Do not fold or store cover when wet.
6. Do not subject cover to tree saps or battery acid.
Bennington Marine recommends storing the bimini top in the radar position with the top boot
installed.
For additional Boat Cover care recommendations: www.tumacscovers.net.
Or Write:
Tumac’s Corporation
50 Terence Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15236-1188
EXTERIOR GRAPHIC CARE:
Today’s fi nest pressure sensitive graphics have been professionally applied to your boat. These
graphics require little maintenance and should be treated similarly as a painted surface. Please note
the following recommendations supplied by Sharpline Converting Inc. Bennington’s graphic sup-
plier:
Do wash your graphics with plain soap and water or any car wash soap. Rinse thoroughly.
Do keep high pressure nozzles at least 1 1/2 feet from the edge of the graphics. High pressure spray
may cause the edge of the graphic to peel.
Do test any cleaning solution on a small section of the decal before using.
Don’t use any aromatic solvents such as acetone, MEK, toluene, paint thinner, lacquer thinner on
your boats graphics. Any solvent may soften or smear colors.
Don’t overcoat the graphics with clear paint.
Don’t paint over graphics.
Don’t apply wax over graphics, especially if the wax contains any petroleum distillates. Wax that
has dried between stripes can be removed by softening it with rubbing alcohol and cotton swabs. Be
sure to rinse the area after cleaning.
Care & Caution should be taken when storing your boat. Vinyl graphics have a shorter life
expectancy when exposed to severe heat and sunlight. Protection of graphics from prolonged direct
sunlight will insure an extended life.
STORAGE:
When preparing your boat for storage please follow these basic storage recommendations:
Drain any fresh water systems to prevent freezing water from damaging tanks and lines.
Fill the permanent fuel tank to minimize condensation. Use a gas stabilizer following the label
directions on the stabilizer or in your engine owner’s manual.
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