Rev: 08.30.22 Page 49 CCD-0006500
Maintenance
Fabric Care
Heat and sun will deteriorate any fabric top.
Leaving the top open all of the time can shorten the lifespan of the fabric. Folding the top back and covering
it with the protective boot when the pontoon is not in use, the boot fabric may deteriorate over time,
but the top's fabric will remain protected. Folding the top back and using the boot when not in use will
dramatically increase the life of the top’s fabric.
Bimini tops are not pontoon covers and should not be left up when the pontoon is unused.
To clean the top:
1. Use clean water to consistently hose off the bimini top fabric during boating season.
2. If necessary, do a deeper clean of the bimini top fabric:
A. If necessary, remove the boot and fully open the bimini top.
B. If the top was stored wet, allow the bimini top and boot to dry.
C. Remove any loose dirt and debris from the bimini top and boot.
D. Brush the underside of the top to remove loose dirt and to prevent any mildew build up.
E. Hose down the bimini top and boot fabric with fresh, clean water.
F. Prepare a mixture of 1/4 cup of mild dish soap and five gallons of warm water.
NOTE: Do NOT use harshdetergents.
G. Use a soft bristle brush or sponge to apply the soapy water to the bimini top and boot fabric to
remove stains and embedded dirt.
H. Allow the solution time to soak completely into the fabric.
I. Hose off the bimini top and boot fabric with fresh, clean water. Repeat as necessary.
3. Allow bimini top and boot to dry before closing the top and installing the protective boot.
Front Support Arms
Use a soft bristle brush to clean dirt and debris from pivot points on the H-bracket and hinge assembly.
Wipe the front support arms clean with a soft, water-dampened cloth.
If necessary, a mild detergent may be used to remove stubborn dirt or stains. Use clean water to rinse
detergent off of the support arms.
Trailering (Towing)
Do NOT trailer or tow the boat without the protective boot properly installed on the top and without
the top in its full down position. Trailering or towing the boat without the top in its full down position
and without the protective boot properly installed can cause serious damage to the top's framework,
which could cause severe product and/or property damage, including serious personalinjury.
Use the proper trailer and towing safety features designed for the size, weight and style of the boat being
towed and for the towing vehicle.
Storage or Storm Position
If not going boating for awhile, secure the fabric in the zippered storage boot. Folding the bimini top back
into the radar or fully closed position will increase the top’s life.
Winter Storage
To prevent small animals from nesting in the top during the winter, unzip and remove the protective boot.
Store the boot and pontoon in a clean, dry place to increase the life of the top.
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