Canvas Care & Maintenance - Boston Whaler 230 dauntless User Manual

Canvas Care & Maintenance
NOTICE
NEVER trailer the boat with the sun-top in the
open position. Damage to the frame, canvas and
securing straps can occur. Use the protective
boot when the sun-top is being trailered or
stored.
NOTICE
Do not use detergents, bleach or solvents to
clean the canvas material.
Chafi ng, fi ber wear from dirt and grit and deterioration
from ultraviolet light can cause your canvas to
degrade over time. The effects of ultraviolet light
can sometimes be reduced by chemical treatment of
canvas items. Consult your Boston Whaler
or check your canvas manufacturer's manual before
using any chemical treatments on your canvas. To
keep the canvas and metal parts in good working
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condition and keep a good appearance, you will need
to keep them clean. The fabric should be cleaned
regularly before substances such as dirt, pollen, etc.
are allowed to accumulate on and become embedded
in the fabric. The canvas can be cleaned without
being removed from the installation.
Simply brush off any loose dirt, pollen, etc. hose
down and clean with a mild solution of a natural soap
in lukewarm water (no more than 100° F / 38° C).
Rinse thoroughly to remove soap. Allow the canvas
to completely air-dry. After each use especially in salt
water areas, rinse the canvas completely with fresh
cold water. Let the canvas dry completely before
stowing.
DO NOT fold or store any of the canvas pieces while
wet. All canvas should be rolled or folded when dry
and store in a clean, dry space.
Lubricate the snaps of the canvas with petroleum
jelly, use a parafi n wax on the zippers to keep them in
proper working order. If you have stubborn cleaning
cases call your Boston Whaler
cleaning procedures.
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