2.10-1 Cushions
Cloth covered interior cushions on the Intrepid are made of nylon fabric. These
cushions may be kept clean by washing with a 50/50 solution of Lestoil and
water. Sponge this solution into the cushions as you would shampoo upholstered
furniture. Rinse with clear water in a similar fashion and blot excess moisture
remaining with a clean cloth or towel. Cushions must be dried thoroughly after
cleaning. Do this type of cleaning on warm, sunny days when cushions may be
thoroughly dried outside in the sun.
2.10-2 Ice Box
The ice box on your Intrepid is designed to drain water from melted ice through
scuppers into the bilge. Because small food particles, juices from meats, etc. may
also drain into the bilge, it is wise to use a name brand bilge cleaner in the bilge
as needed or every three to four weeks (depending on how frequently you are
using the ice box). Follow the directions for use which accompany the cleaner
which you select.
Another alternative is to fit a plastic gallon jug on the end of the ice box drain
hose. Periodically dump the melted ice out into the sink.
Food items should not be left for long periods of time in a closed ice box without
ice. Spoilage, odors, mold and mildew will result. Plan to clean out your ice box
(both ice and food items) at the end of each sail or cruise when you are leaving
the boat for an extended period of time. Remove the ice box cover to permit
thorough drying. Clean up any spillage of food in the ice box, etc. to prevent
blocking of the scuppers and the drainage of this material into the bilge.
Clean the fiberglass interior of your ice box periodically with a sponge dampened
with water and bleach solution (this will help to prevent mildew and odors in the
ice box).
2.10-3 Ports
Ports may be cleaned with any household window cleaner and a soft cloth. Do
not use strong solvents on Plexiglas ports.
2.10-4 Stainless Steel Sinks
Stainless steel sinks may be cleaned with any stainless steel cleaner according to
the manufacturer’s instructions or with a non-abrasive cleaner or soft cloth and
sponge.
2.10-5 Head
The plastic seat and vitreous china bowl of your head should be cleaned with a
non-abrasive cleanser and sponge or soft cloth.
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