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1.. . A void.working.in.direct.sunlight..This.dries.out.the.
wax.or.compound,.and.can.stain.the.surface.
2.. . U se.clean.pads.or.cloths.to.apply.a.thin.coating..
of.wax.or.rubbing.compound.to.a.small.area.such.
as.three.feet.by.three.feet..Remove.any.excess,..
and then rub the area with a buffing pad, or .
power.buffer..Apply.pressure.only.as.necessary..
to restore the surface finish. Applying too much .
pressure or buffing in one place too long can .
permanently.damage.the.surface.
3.. . A fter.applying.compound,.always.follow.with.
.
waxing..
NOTICE
If using a power buffer, use a low RPM buffer
with light pressure. Keep the pad wet and
the buffer moving at all times to prevent heat
build up.
NOTICE
When sanding, DO NOT use a power or belt
sander to prevent gouges, uneven areas, or
other damage. For best results, block sand the
gel coat.
C. Stains
Stains.can.appear.anywhere.on.the.exterior.of.the..
boat.and.may.be.a.result.of.contact.with.tar,.plant.sap,.
leaves, rust from metal fittings, and other materials.
Surface.stains.may.be.removed.with.hand.dishwash-
ing.soap,.mild.cleansers,.or.some.household.deter-
gents..DO.NOT.use.chlorine.or.ammonia.products..
These.products.can.affect.the.color.of.gel.coat..
Commercial.car.washes.use.strong.cleaners.and.
should.be.avoided.
To.remove.stains,.refer.to.the.procedures.below.
1.. Wash.area.with.hand.dishwashing.soap.
2.. . B egin.with.a.small.area.such.as.three.feet.by.three.
feet.and.apply.a.mild.cleanser.
3.. Rinse.with.clean.water.
4.. . F ollow.with.compound.and.waxing.as.outlined.in.
procedure.above.
If.the.stain.is.not.removed.by.the.hand.dishwashing.
soap.or.mild.cleanser,.then.the.next.procedure.is.to.
Fiberglass and Hull - Section P
use.either.denatured.or.rubbing.alcohol..If.this.does.
not.work,.consult.your.Four.Winns.dealer.for.profes-
sional.assistance.
NOTICE
DO NOT use acetone, ketone, or other
solvents to remove stains. These chemicals
are flammable and may damage the gel coat.
P - 5
FIBERGLASS REPAIRS
Fiberglass.is.one.of.the.most.durable,.strong,.and.
forgiving construction materials afloat. It is resilient
and.normal.repairs.can.be.made.without.affecting.the.
strength.or.structural.integrity.of.the.boat.
Striking docks, other boats, or submerged
objects could create a very hazardous situ-
ation or severely damage the fiberglass. In the
event an object is struck below or near the
waterline, proceed directly and cautiously to
the nearest service facility and remove the
boat from the water. Closely inspect the hull
for damage. If the outer fiberglass laminate
was penetrated, repairs must be made prior
to relaunch.
Occasionally,.blisters,.crazing,.scratches,.or.damage.
to the fiberglass can occur. Repairs may be necessary
to.correct.the.problem..
A. Scratches
Scratches.occur.during.normal.use..Below.is.a.step.by.
step.procedure.to.repair.scratches.
1.. Clean.area.with.soap.and.water.
2. Apply a fine rubbing compound and buff.
3.. . W ax..If.this.does.not.work,.clean.the.area.and.
sand.lightly.with.400.to.600.wet.or.dry.sandpaper.
and.follow.with.rubbing.compound.and.wax.
B. Gouges & Cracks
Stress.cracks.and.crazing.are.the.appearance.of.
hairline.cracks.in.the.gel.coat.surface..When.present,.
these problems usually occur in the gel coat finish or
the outer "skin coat" fiberglass laminate. The appear-
ance.of.these.cracks.does.not.pose.a.threat.to.the.
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