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Chapter 7
Side/Aft Curtain
Windscreen
Bimini Top
TYPICAL CANVAS
Following is an overview of the canvas system. The can-
vas normally consists of the bimini top, windscreen, side
curtains and aft curtain. Select canvas parts may be op-
tional equipment.
The canvas requires a set installation procedure which
makes the job easier and faster. Sometimes a second per-
son can help in the canvas set-up. Once the skipper has
gained experience he will find shortcuts to the installa-
tion process. Normal installation requires no special tools.
Never fold canvas parts containing clear vinyl windows
such as windscreens, side or aft curtains since the clear
windows could be damaged. This is especially true in
colder climates. Roll all canvas parts and make sure the
vinyl windows are dry to prevent debris forming on the
window material. Store in a clean, dry environment. A
small portion of silicone spray on the zippers and vasoline
on snaps helps canvas parts fasten easier.
Bimini Top Information
When towing the vessel on the highway the canvas
must be set in a stowed position with all boots zipped
up and appropriate bows and canvas parts fitted in-
side the boots. The towing location takes the form of
an angle position slanted toward the aft end of the vessel
to help resist air created by highway towing. When tow-
ing make sure all lanyards are secured in the jaws and all
zippers are pulled to the ends.
To set up the bimini top follow these steps:
1. Ensure the cabin entry door is shut securely to prevent
a fall while installing the canvas.
2. Unzip the bimini top boot and store it for future use.
3. Pull the bimini top forward and the framework will lay
the top forward in place.
4. Make sure the forward bow support locking pins are
fully engaged into the clevis connectors for both port and
starboard. Do the same with the aft bow support and any
connector hardware. See illustration 1.
5 Leave all adjustment straps disconnected at this time.
6. Now take one of the loose straps and pull it forward
while using the other hand to push the bimini top for-
ward framework down slightly allowing the strap latch to
lock the strap to the eyelet fastened to the deck.
7. Follow the same procedure with the remaining forward
strap.
!
THE COCKPIT COVER AND BIMINI CANVAS
ARE NOT DESIGNED TO BE IN PLACE
WHILE TOWING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS.
REMOVE ALL CANVAS PARTS AND
SECURE BIMINI TOP IN BOOT
BEFORE TOWING.
30 Express Canvas Description
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