Parker 2014 - Vinyl; Storage; Upholstery; Hardware Mounting

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petroleum jelly or paran. Fasteners should be unsnapped as close to the button as possible. Apseal® is a registered trademark of Astrup. Uniseal
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is a trademark of Unitex. Scotchguard® is a registered trademark of 3M.
VINYL
Clean clear vinyl thoroughly with denatured alcohol and then apply a protective layer of clear wax. Do not use paste wax – it will turn the vinyl
yellow. This process should be repeated as necessary to maintain the protective wax coating.
• Store and secure canvas before trailering.
• Dry all canvas before storing to prevent mildew.
Remove the top, front and side panels; roll them up for storage. This procedure is necessary to prevent the front and side vinyl pieces from
cracking. NEVER FOLD THESE PIECES!
STORAGE
Consider the following steps when putting your folding top canvas option in the stored position:
• Fold the top and zip it into the canvas cover provided.
• Pivot the covered top into a safe, stowed position
UPHOLSTERY
Your exterior vinyl upholstery may be cleaned with a mild solution of household detergent and fresh water. Commercial cleaners for vinyl also work
well. Since the seams of your exterior upholstery are not waterproof, your upholstery should be stored in a dry location or covered when not in use.
HARDWARE MOUNTING
When mounting hardware to boat surfaces, rst check for any wiring, hoses, etc. behind the surface before doing any drilling or
cutting. Also check that the surface is adequately reinforced for the hardware you wish to install, and add backing materials if
needed. Finally, make sure all penetrations are sealed properly with a marine grade sealant to prevent leakage of water into the hull.
CAULKING/GASKET
Deck ttings, bow rails, windows, hatches etc., have been caulked or gasketed with the highest quality material to ensure a waterproof joint
with the boat. However, the working action of normal use will tend to ex the joint and eventually break down the seal. Periodically inspect the
caulking or gaskets for leaks. Re-caulk or replace the gaskets when necessary or have your dealer do the repairs.