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7) Support poles are adjustable; a button-release lets
you slide the inner and outer tube to longer or
shorter settings for a snug fit.
8) Unsnap canvas by lifting at the button to prevent
damage; do not pull/yank.
9) Clean canvas with warm water, mild soap and a
soft brush. For the clear Isinglass pieces use a.
soft, clean cloth. Be certain to rinse cloth often
to remove any dirt collected in the cloth that could
scratch the clear vinyl.
10) Applicable models which have a bimini top and
camper top it is important to make sure your bimini
these tops are properly centered prior to installing
the Isinglass enclosures.
O - 3 BIMINI TOP
NOTICE
Two people are recommended for installation or
removal of canvas should it become necessary.
Care must be exercised to prevent damage to the
boat and/or radar arch (if applicable). Use a
protective covering to prevent damage to arch if
necessary.
A. Bimini Top without Hardtop
This type of canvas (certain V series models only) is a
"freestanding" top and is supported only by the bow
assembly. Note: This style of canvas when deployed
permits most occupants the ability to stand and walk
about the cockpit while the boat is at rest.
To install:
1. Attach the bimini main bow to the ball & socket
mounts (if not already attached) and unboot the
bimini from its canvas storage boot. See Figure
O1.
Weather Covers - Section O
Main Bow
Aft Brace Rod
Figure O1: Bimini Top without Hardtop
2. Extend the rear portion of the bimini and attach the
aft brace rods to the aft deck hinge mounts.
3. Extend the forward portion of the bimini and attach
the forward brace rods to their respective forward
ball & socket mounts.
forward brace rods, attach straps to the strap eyes
mounts on the deck. Adjust straps for tautness as
needed.
To close and boot (mounted storage) the bimini top
reverse the preceding steps. Please note that tucking
the bimini top inside boot while zipping is required.
B. Bimini Top with Hardtop
The bimini top (if available) and provides cover/shade
for the cockpit area. It is designed to be fastened to
the hardtop with the use of a track. See Figure O2.
Brace Rod
Figure O2: Bimini Top
The bimini top is factory installed, therefore, minimal
adjust ment should be necessary.
To install the bimini top:
1) Starting with the main bow, attach the bimini frame
using the ball and socket mounts. See Figure O3.
Forward Brace Rod
If straps are used instead of
Bimini Top
Main Bow
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