Baja Marine 250 manual Permanently Moored or Docked Boats, Topside Areas, Canvas and Clear Vinyl

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Section 9 • Care & Refinishing

Minor scratches and deeper stains that do not penetrate the gelcoat may be removed by light sanding and buffing.

4.Permanently Moored or Docked Boats

If permanently moored in salt water or fresh water, your boat will collect marine growth on its bottom. This will detract from the boat’s beauty and greatly affect its performance. There are two methods of preventing this:

Periodically haul the boat out of the water and scrub the bottom with a bristle brush and a solution of soap and water.

Paint the hull below the waterline with a good grade of antifouling paint. DO NOT paint the engine drive surfaces.

NOTE: There are EPA regulations regarding bottom paint application. Consult your Baja® dealer for proper application methods.

5.Topside Areas

A.Stainless Steel and Alloy Fittings

6.Acrylic Plastic Sheeting (Plastic Glass)

Never use a dry cloth or duster or glass cleaning solutions on acrylic.

To clean acrylic, first flood it with water to wash off as much dirt as possible. Next, use your bare hand, with plenty of water, to feel and dislodge any caked dirt or mud. A soft, grit-free cloth may then be used with a nonabrasive soap or detergent. A soft sponge, kept clean for this purpose, is excellent. Blot dry with a clean damp chamois.

Grease and oil may be removed from acrylic with kerosene, hexane, white (not aviation or ethyl) gasoline or aliphatic naphtha (no aromatic content).

Do not use solvents such as acetone, silicone spray, benzine, carbon tetrachloride, fire extinguisher fluid, dry cleaning fluid or lacquer thinner on acrylic, since they attack the surface.

Remove fine scratches with fine automotive acrylic rubbing and polishing compounds.

Stainless steel and alloy fittings should be cleaned with soap and water or household glass cleaner. Remove rust spots as soon as possible with a brass, silver or chrome cleaner. Irreversible pitting will develop under rust that remains for any period of time. Never use an abrasive like sandpaper or steel wool on stainless. These may actually cause rust. To help protect the stainless, we recommend the use of a good car wax.

B.Salt Crystals

When instruments are exposed to a saltwater environment, salt crystals may form on the bezel and the plastic covers. These salt crystals should be removed with a soft, damp cloth; never use abrasives or rough, dirty cloths to wipe plastic parts. Mild household detergents or plastic cleaners can be used to keep the instruments bright and clean.

Refer to the Owner’s Manual Packet for instructions and warranty information.

7.Canvas and Clear Vinyl

Do not fold or store any of the canvas pieces while wet. All canvas should be rolled or folded when dry and stored in a clean, dry place. For clear vinyl pieces, the recommended methods for storage are rolling or laying down flat. The clear vinyl should never be folded or creased as cracking will result. To protect the clear vinyl from rubbing against itself while rolled or stored flat, place a piece of very soft, nonabrasive cloth between the pieces. If the surface of the clear vinyl becomes scratched, the canvas manufacturer has provided a canvas care sheet located in your Owner’s Manual Packet. When storing the rear (aft) curtain, fold the canvas over the clear vinyl window (do not fold clear vinyl), then roll or store flat. Refer to the canvas care instructions in the Owner’s Manual Packet.

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Contents Sportfish Baja MarineFor information call 1-865-971-6270 or fax Welcome This page intentionally left blank Introduction Hull Identification Number HIN Service, Parts and Repair for Your BoatManufacturer’s Certification About Your Express Limited Warranty Iii Static Electricity and the Fuel System Speed changes you. TM Safety Labels SafetyCarbon Monoxide Legally Mandated Minimum Required EquipmentUsing canvas curtains Operating with the bow high Lifesaving Equipment Impaired Operation Additional Recommended Equipment for Safe OperationLoad Capacity Power CapacityPropellers Maintain Control StabilityWeather Chart Your CourseGeneral Considerations Swimming Water SportsSkiing General Emergency SituationsFlooding, Swamping and Capsizing Medical EmergencyWater Rescue FirePropulsion, Control or Steering Failure Safety HotlinesCollisions and Leaking GroundingEnvironmental Considerations International RequirementsFuel and Oil Spillage Wake/Wash Waste DisposalExcessive Noise Nautical Terms Key to Symbols on Controls & Prints Baja Marine Corp This Page Intentionally Left Blank Docking /Lifting /Trailering Passenger Locations General Boat Arrangement2 Hull Propulsion System Basic Boat Dimensions and Clearances MetricGeneral Deck Layout FIG General Deck LayoutDescription of Major Controls Power Trim Unit and GaugeGear Shift and Throttle Control Trim Tabs Trailer SwitchTachometer and Hour Meter Ignition Shutdown SwitchEngine Alarm System Important GaugesNavigation and Anchor Lights Oil Pressure, Water Temperature, Voltmeter and Fuel GaugesPre-Launch, Launch and Post- Launch Checklist Using Your BoatFueling the Boat Trailer Launching and LoadingPersonal Flotation Devices BoardingStarting the Engine Passenger Instruction and LocationStopping the Engine Shifting to Drive the BoatHydraulic Steering Steering SystemsPower Steering System Power SteeringThis page intentionally left blank Drain Plug Bilge & Underwater GearBilge Fuel & Oil SpillageVibration and Causes Maintenance and ServiceEngines and Stern Drive Bilge BlowersImpact to Stern Drive Propeller Removal and InstallationGear case Fuel System Fuel SystemAnti-Siphon Valve Inboard/Outboard Engine Only Before and During Fueling Checklist Fueling PrecautionsStatic Electricity and the Fuel System After Fueling Checklist This page intentionally left blank Batteries Electrical SystemsElectrical Systems Direct Current DCBreakers and/or Fuses Electrolytic Corrosion & Zinc AnodesFuse Panel Marine Electronic Cathodic Anti-corrosion System Mercathode Ignition Switch Drive Pump Drive Pump with K-Plane Trim Tabs Twin FIG This Page Intentionally Left Blank Options & Accessories Locations Options & AccessoriesDepth Finder Optional Canvas Care and MaintenanceCanvas HornRequirements for Operators Stereo SystemHead Systems Exhaust SystemsThis page intentionally left blank Summary Guide for Inspection, Service and Maintenance Required Inspection, Service MaintenanceInterval Interval Summary Guide For Inspection, Service and MaintenanceUseful Service Information Bilge Area Inspection, Service and Maintenance ProtocolBoat Storage Winterization Checklist for Boats Stored on LandBatteryies Topside and SuppliesMiscellaneous Fitting Out After StorageFuel Systems Fuel SystemSecurity Considerations Power Steering System MaintenanceBoarding the Boat General Quick Reference ChecklistBoat Systems Starting the Engine Returning to Port General Quick Reference Checklist cont’d Departing GeneralSecuring the Boat Quick Reference Checklist cont’dIf the Engine Does Not Start After Market Equipment Checklist Maintenance Log Maintenance Log Cont’d Fiberglass & Gelcoat Paint Cleaning Agents & Other SubstancesCare & Refinishing Stains & ScratchesCanvas and Clear Vinyl Permanently Moored or Docked BoatsTopside Areas Acrylic Plastic Sheeting Plastic GlassInterior Upholstery Fabric Exterior Upholstery FabricThis Page Intentionally Left Blank Index Index Sportfish