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DO NOT use any cleaning
agents containing detergent, as they will
remove the protective coating, resulting
in stiffness and eventual cracking of the
fabric.
DO NOT dry the canvas
fabric by any means other than air-dry-
ing. Use of heated drying apparatus,
such as a hair dryer, will result in stiff-
ness and cracking of the material.
Vinyl Windows
The vinyl windows in your enclosure should
be cleaned on a frequent basis to extend
their life and maintain clarity. Rinse off any
loose dirt with fresh water and wash with
a mild soap and cool water solution. After
washing, rinse with fresh water and dry with
a soft cloth.
DO NOT use any abrasive
cleaning agents or brushes when clean-
ing your vinyl windows, as they will
scratch the material, resulting in poor
clarity.
DO NOT fold the vinyl win-
dows after removing them from the en-
closure. Roll them prior to placing them
in storage. Folding the vinyl windows will
cause creases and eventual cracking. If
you anticipate long-term storage, place
a soft cloth over the vinyl window and
roll the window with the cloth in place.
The cloth barrier will prevent the vinyl
from sticking to itself, particularly during
warm weather.
Zippers
The various sections of your canvas enclo-
sure are secured together with zippers to
permit easy removal of any or all sections
without the cumbersome weight or size of
the entire unit. The zippers are manufac-
tured of high impact plastic coated stainless
steel and have large teeth for smooth opera-
tion. They should be washed while you are
washing the canvas and then periodically
lubricated by rubbing a candle on the zip-
per in the closed position and then opening
and closing several times to distribute the
wax lubricant.
Aluminum Tubular Frame
The upper portion of your canvas enclosure
is supported by a tubular aluminum frame.
The frame is secured by stainless steel pins
placed in brackets that are permanently
mounted on the fi berglass surface at vari-
ous locations on the bridge and deck. The
aluminum frame is cleaned and maintained
in the same manner as the other aluminum
components on your yacht as previously
described.
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