Canvas & Vinyl Tops & Enclosures; Canvas Care - Bayliner 285 Cruiser Owner's Manual

Chapter 7: Deck Equipment
Canvas & Vinyl Tops & Enclosures
PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD!
Take down and securely stow ALL canvas & vinyl BEFORE your boat is transported by road.
 Make sure your dealer explains how to install all canvas and vinyl.
 Two people are needed for most of the tasks listed in this section.
 BEFORE cleaning and/or stowing your canvas or vinyl, read the sections later in this chap-
ter, Canvas Care and Clear Vinyl Care.
Canvas Care (see also 'Clear Vinyl Care' on next page)
 After each use, especially in saltwater, rinse the canvas with cold freshwater.
 Before stowing, let the canvas air-dry completely.
 The canvas can be rolled or folded for stowage.
Cleaning the Canvas
NEVER use detergents when washing the canvas. Detergents can destroy the water repellency,
and mildew/UV resistant finish of your canvas.
Regularly clean the canvas to prevent dirt, pollen, and etc. from embedding in the fabric. Generally, it is easiest to
wash the canvas while it is installed on your boat.
 Use a soft-bristled brush to remove all dust and loose dirt.
1. Hose down the canvas with freshwater.
2. Gently wash the canvas with a solution of lukewarm water (no more than 100° F) and non-detergent mild soap,
such as Ivory Snow®, Dreft®, or Woolite®.
3. Rinse thoroughly to remove the soap.
4. Before stowing, let the canvas dry completely.
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CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD!
 NEVER use full canvas and vinyl enclosures when the engine or generator
is running.
 For proper fresh air circulation, remove forward, aft, and both side enclo-
sure curtains BEFORE starting the engine or generator.
 Read the Carbon Monoxide (CO) section in Chapter 1 of this supplement.
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