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ticular importance on side curtains or any other part with
the clear vinyl “glass”. Roll the top carefully around the
bows and cover with the storage boot provided.
The clear vinyl “glass” used in side curtains, aft curtains,
visors, and camper enclosures is very susceptible to heat
and cold. Keep vinyl curtains from touching metal tubing
to minimize burning the vinyl.
If the boat is stored with top, side curtains and aft curtain
in place, heat build up inside the boat may discolor the
vinyl.
To clean the clear “vinyl” glass, use a solution of Ivory or
Lux soap, liquid or flakes, and lukewarm water. Allow to
air dry. Never use any type of abrasive cleaner as it will
scratch the “vinyl” glass. There are many cleaners and
scratch removers on the market specifically for clear vi-
nyl. Handle the clear curtains carefully. They are soft and
prone to scratching.
Canvas parts are designed with zippers. When zippers are
new they can be a little difficult to use. Zip carefully with-
out forcing the zipper or the material. They will loosen
with use. A zipper lubricant may be used to help new zip-
pers as well as maintaining used ones. The most vulner-
able part of the zipper is the starts. Use care when start-
ing the zipper.
Canvas snap fasteners should be unsnapped as close to
the button as possible. Never remove canvas by pulling
roughly on the edge of the material. This can damage
the canvas as well as the fasteners. Use petroleum jelly
on snaps to keep them from developing corrosion espe-
cially in harsh environments.
METAL
Keep all stainless steel and other metal parts rinsed and
wiped dry. To maintain their finish polish the stainless
steel and other bright works at least annually. Use com-
mercially available metal products and read the labels
carefully before use. Refer to the flyer in the owners in-
formation pouch. Most marinas and boating outlets carry
metal care products.
HULL BOTTOM
Never use wire brushes or highly abrasive scouring pads
on your hull bottom. It could damage the gel coat surface
or the bottom paint. The bottom of your boat needs to be
clean since the build up of natural coatings from water or
marine life can potentially create drag and affect your boat’s
performance. Contact a marine professional or Regal dealer
for more information.
BOTTOM COATING/PAINT
If your hull has been fitted with a bottom coating/paint
ensure there is no alga or barnacle growth on the bottom.
In salt water areas it may be required to pull the boat and
scrape the bottom periodically or divers can accomplish
the task.
Touch up any scraped or abraded areas to keep growth
from attaching to them. Touch up as required with the
appropriate bottom coating per the manufacturer.
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