SECTION : CARE AND MAINTENANCE
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Non-Skid Flooring Cleaning Instructions
A. To clean dirt, footprints, etc., use an all purpose cleaner, such as
Formula 409, and warm water along with a medium bristled deck
brush. Put the cleaner in warm water. Take a medium bristled brush
and dunk into the soapy water. Work around on non-skid flooring
until dirt or other substance comes up. Rinse with water. Repeat if
necessary.
B. To remove suntan lotion, use the all purpose cleaner alone with a
medium bristled deck brush. Put small amounts of the all purpose
cleaner on oil. Dip medium bristled boat brush in warm water and work
around until oil is out. Rinse with water. Repeat if necessary
C. To remove fish blood, use 1 cup bleach to 1 gallon of warm water and
soft bristled boat brush. Mix bleach and water. Take soft bristled brush
and dunk in water/bleach mixture. In a circular motion clean non-skid
flooring until fish blood is up. Rinse with water. Repeat if necessary. If
not effective, see item D.
D. To remove rust stains, use a cap full of MaryKate On & Off Hull & Bottom
Cleaner for fiberglass. Apply on the rust stain and allow to soak for 3-5
minutes. If necessary, use latex/nitrile gloves to massage the cleaner into
the brush or embossed texture of the non-skid flooring. Rinse with water.
Repeat if necessary, the rust stain will eventually be removed.
With MaryKate Hull Cleaner, be careful to avoid getting this solvent on the
sides of the flooring pad, it could damage the lamination or PSA.
DO NOT USE:
• Mineral Spirits
• MaryKate Hull Cleaner (as a general cleaner, okay for
Item D application ONLY)
• Acetone (if it must be used, avoid the adhesives as best as possible)
• Bleach (if used, dilute with 1 cup bleach to 1 gallon of water)
WARNING
LEAKING FUEL IS A FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD. INSPECT SYSTEM
REGULARLY. EXAMINE FUEL SYSTEM FOR LEAKS OR CORROSION AT
LEAST ANNUALLY.
Dark Stowage Areas
When a boat is stored completely covered or in a dark building, the vinyl will
darken or become “dingy” looking. If this happens, simply place the boat in
direct sunlight for a few hours and the vinyl will brighten up.
Bilge Pump and Bilge Area
Check your bilge pump often to make sure it is functioning properly. The
BILGE switch can be used to test the bilge pump, by listening to hear that
the pump is operating. It may not pump water unless water is present. The
bilge pump is located in the bilge area. Keep it from getting clogged by
removing any debris you find in the bilge area. Debris can also block the
pump float from functioning or make it operate continuously. Make sure no
debris is blocking the bilge pump float.
Wash the bilge with a good biodegradable household detergent or a bilge
cleaner available at your Tigé Dealer or a marine supply store. Rinse with
water while your bilge pump is running. If your pump seems too slow, remove
the top of the pump from the base and check the impeller to make sure
there is no debris inside. See your dealer if there is still a problem or you
suspect a problem with the pump.
IMPORTANT
DO NOT discharge oil or cleaners into the water. Refer to Section 1, OUR
ENVIRONMENT, Fuel/Oil Spillage. Bilge pumps and bilge pumping systems
are not designed for damage control. Check the function of all bilge
pumps at regular intervals. Continuous operation of the bilge can mean
a leak or a drain plug installed incorrectly. Make sure all drain plugs are
installed. See your Tigé Dealer if you have any questions.
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