2016 OWNERS MANUAL / 0337
Many products such as boiled linseed oil, tongue oil, wood oil and
other outdoor wood preservatives can be found at marinas, paint
stores or home improvement stores. Some oils such as linseed oil
should be thinned with a thinner like mineral spirits before use.
(70 percent oil-30 percent thinner.)
When oiling a platform, apply a coat of oil with a wet cloth, work into
the seams, end grain and edges. Allow the oil to set approximately
15 minutes and then wipe off the excess oil with a dry cloth. Do
not let the oil dry on the platform in the sun. Excess oil should be
removed with a dry cloth.
AquaTrac Platforms
AquaTrac should be handled only with clean hands. Oil, grease or
dirt may leave permanent imprints on the surface. Whenever possi-
ble, keep the platform covered when the boat is not in use. It should
be stored dry.
Spills
Scoop or scrape up as much of the spill as possible, followed by a
thorough blotting of the remaining spotting with a dry, clean cloth. If
cloth is not available, paper towels are an acceptable substitute.
Non-oil Based Stains
Create a detergent solution by adding 1/4” (one-quarter inch) tea-
spoon of liquid dish detergent to one (1) cup of warm water. Apply
the solution to the affected area (do not scrub) and blot with a dry,
clean cloth. Repeat the process until the stain stops transferring to
the cloth. If the stain still appears on the platform, apply the solution
to the area and allow it to stand for 2-5 (two-to-five) minutes. Then
rinse with clear, clean water.
Oil-Based Stains
Apply naphtha-based (hydrocarbon petroleum) solvent or min-
eral spirits to the affected area and follow the instructions on the
solvent container. Use care when using such solvent cleaners as
directed on the container instructions as there may be health mat-
ters to consider when using these solvents. Always work from the
outside into the center of the stain. Do not scrub!
If stains still appear, the surface may be restored by lightly sanding
the area with a drywall sponge with 240-360 grit. The sanded area
will probably appear slightly lighter than the rest of the platform but
should blend into the overall color in time.
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