Nautique 230 - Manual (Page 214)

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Section 8
Sudden changes in temperature can affect gelcoat. If you move
your boat from outdoors to a heated area, allow the temperature
change to be gradual. Heat the area after the boat is moved to allow
the boat to warm up slowly as the area is heated. Also, if you move
your boat from a warmer area to a colder one, wait for the outside
temperature to be closer to the warmer area’s temperature or allow
the area and the boat to cool down first.
Care of Metal
• Aluminum care
• Stainless care
• Chrome
• Anodized
towers
• Aluminum Clear Coat Towers
Keep all metal work rinsed and wiped dry. Periodically polish it with
a quality commercially available metal polish to remove substances
such as air-borne pollution and natural body oils from your hands.
Do not use citrus cleaners on stainless steel or wax on anodized
towers. For best results on the Aluminum Clear Coat Towers, use
cleaners and waxes suitable for clear coat finishes.
Care of Glass
Your windshield, mirrors and gauge faces all deserve the same
attention as the other parts of your boat. Clean them often with
quality commercially available glass cleaners.
Vinyl Maintenance and
Cleaning
Nautique has selected the finest marine grade vinyl for your
Nautique. It is important to keep it clean at all times. There are
some substances that will stain the vinyl if you leave them on for
even a short period of time. Remove any contaminant and clean
the area immediately. DO NOT use Formula 409
® Cleaner,
Fantastik ® or any silicone-based products. Certain household
cleaners, powdered abrasives, steel wool, industrial cleaners, dry
cleaning fluids and lacquer solvents can cause damage and
discoloration. DO NOT use these cleaners.
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