Basic maintenance includes monthly washing of the boat’s surface to
remove normal accumulation of soil and stain.
Mild detergents such as dishwasher powder or liquid. DO NOT
use automatic dishwasher detergent. Avoid any kind of alkaline
cleaners such as tri-sodium phosphate (TSP), abrasives, bleaches, and
ammonia. For best results, use cleaners recommended for fi berglass.
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NOTICE
WIRE BRUSHES, SCOURING PADS, OR OTHER ABRASIVE TYPE
MATERIALS AND SOLUTIONS SHOULD NEVER BE USED ON
THE HULL OR DECK OF YOUR VESSEL. THEY CREATE SMALL
SCRATCH MARKS THAT WILL COLLECT MARINE GROWTH AND
OTHER FOREIGN MATERIALS.
Fiberglass And Gelcoat Care Notice
It is recommended that you wax the gelcoat surface twice yearly to
prevent loss of gloss and to protect the fi nish. Use only waxes for
fi berglass and follow the label instructions. Apply a 3’ x 3’ section
at a time using clean applicator cloths or a buffi ng bonnet. When a
haze develops, use a power buffer at low speeds (1200-2000rpm) to
remove the haze. Keep the buffer moving to avoid heat build-up.
The power buffer is very effi cient at removing contaminants from
gelcoat. NEVER wax gelcoat in the direct sun.
When washing and waxing as recommended does not restore the
shine, it may be necessary to use a fi ne rubbing compound. DO
NOT apply rubbing compound in direct sunlight. A power buffer at
low speed does an excellent job to remove impurities from the gelcoat
that cause dulling. Use light pressure and keep the buffer moving.
Re-wax after compounding to buff the surface.
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