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To enjo
y trouble free use of your Pro-Line, follow the recommended procedures and instructions r
to the service and care of your boat.
life
of y ur equipment and may void your warranty.
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Muc o
h f the installed equipment on your Pro-Line is warranted separately. Follow the care instru
found in your owner's packet to keep these individual warranties in force.
Your engine manual contains service information relating to your particular engine installation. Follow the
eng
ine manufacturer's recommendations for trouble free service and to preserve your warranty righ
Your new Pro-Line boat is your home away from home. Generally, you should maintain your boat with
the same care as you would maintain your home or automobile. Many of the same products used in
caring for your home and automobile can be used to maintain your new boat.
Fiberglass
and Gelcoat
The gelcoat-covered fiberglass on your Pro-Line provides a smooth, easy to clean and maintain surface.
Regular cleaning and waxing will preserve the finish on your boat for many years to come.
Use a mild detergent and plenty of fresh clean water to swab down the exposed gelcoat on your boat. Do
not use harsh cleaners containing ammonia, chlorine, or abrasives. Do not use acetone or any ketone
s
olvents. Stubborn stains may be removed with alcohol or kerosene provided they are washed off
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ed ately and completely with a mild detergent and water.
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x a l gelcoat surfaces a minimum of twice a year, more often if the boat is stored in the s
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neglected, the surface will take on a dull appearance that
rubbing compound such as Dupont No. 7; or power buff with Mirror Glaze No. 1. Then follow up with a
goo
d waxing.
Caution: When power buffing, use care not
You may want to leave power buffing to a professional.
The el
g
coat on your Pro-Line is approximately 25-mil thick. Minor sc
penetrate the gelcoat can be lightly wet sanded with
If a
de p gouge to the surface occurs that goes through the gelcoat and int
e
rep
aire
d
promptly to avoid further damage. Your dealer
a
chieve good bonding and color match. There are many different gelcoat repair kits on the market for this
use. However, results obtained may not be satisfactory. See your Pro-Line dealer for fiberglass damage
deeper than 1/16 inch.
Epoxy Barrier Coat and Bottom Paint
If your boat w
ill be in the water continuously, we recommend sealing the bottom of the hull with a high
q
uality barrie
r coating. Unsealed gelcoat may form water blisters. Repair of water osmosis blister
damage is not covered under the limited warranty.
The phenomenon of osmotic blistering is known to occur in saltwater, brackish water and/or fresh water.
Any boat left in the water for any period of time is susceptible. Nearly all the marine bottom paint
manufacturers today offer coatings that help protect the hull against blistering. If required, contact your
P
ro-Line dealer's Service Department or another qualified service professional for further information.
Service and Care
Failure to follow proper maintenance practices will result in shorter
to leave swirl marks or "burn" the surface.
600 grit sand paper, buffed and waxed to remove.
is not restorable by waxing. Hand buff with a
ratches and deep stains that do not
o the fiberglass, it must be
is best equipped to handle this repair and
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