Four winns FUNSHIP - N-2 EXTERIOR UPHOLSTERY CARE; A. Cleaning Vinyl

Owner’s Manual Page 95Upholstery - Section N
B. Exterior Carpets
The removable exterior grade carpeting may be
periodically washed with mild laundry soaps or sham-
pooed, dried and reinstalled. It is 100% UV-stabilized
Olen™polypropyleneberwithrubberbacking.
See Figure N-9.
NOTICE
Prior to using any mild laundry soaps or carpet
shampoo, always conduct a color-fast test on
a small inconspicuous portion of carpet before
applying to entire carpet.
NOTICE
DO NOT dry carpeting in an automatic dryer.
C. Cleaning and Maintenance
The following information should be useful in helping
you keep your carpet looking well-maintained.
CarpetmadewithOlen™berpossessesbuilt-in
stain and soil release for easy, less costly mainte-
nance. Regular vacuuming and occasional sham-
pooing will help it stay attractive and serviceable.
Figure N-9: Cockpit Lay-in Carpet
D. Stain Removal Testing
Even the most stubborn stains can be removed from
Olenberfollowingtheproceduresoutlined.Stains
were selected as being representative of spills com-
monly occurring on carpets. Stains were pressed into
the carpet to simulate foot pressure following a spill.
Stains were applied to a two-inch square section and
NOTICE
When docking or mooring your boat be aware
of your surroundings, i.e., trees with pollen,
wet leaves, berries etc. These and other items
can contain dyes that stain permanently.
Utilize weather covers whenever possibly to
protect vinyl from potential stains.
NOTICE
ALWAYS CLEAN STAINS IMMEDIATELY!
DO NOT use 409 Cleaner™ or Armorall™
on vinyl. Do not use kerosene, gasoline or
acetone as they will remove the protective
marine topcoat.
NOTICE
All cleaning methods must be followed by a
thorough rinse with water and drying.
Certain household cleaners, powdered abrasives,
steel wool and industrial cleaners can cause dam-
age and discoloration and are not recommended.
Drycleaninguidsandlacquersolventsshouldnot
be used as they will remove the printed pattern and
gloss. Waxes should be used with caution as many
contain dyes or solvents that can permanently
damage the protective coating.
*Suntan lotion, tree pollen, wet leaves and some other
products can contain dyes that stain permanently.
Care should be exercised and boat covers should be
utilized.
Additional cleaning information is provided by the
manufacturer and is included with this manual.
Four Winns offers a variety of optional weather covers
for protection of the boat and associated equipment.
Continued exposure can damage the upholstery and
seating. The seating can become thoroughly satu-
rated with water if not adequately protected. Refer to
Section O - Weather Covers for more information.
NOTICE
The appearance and longevity of the exterior
upholstery will be affected by water saturation.
Protect these items appropriately.