Baja Marine 245 Care & Refinishing, Paint Cleaning Agents & Other Substances, Stains & Scratches

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Section 9 • Care & Refinishing

Your new boat has been designed to provide you with years of enjoyment and satisfaction. In order to maintain the factory new appearance of your boat, we recommend the use of Yacht Brightproducts designed specifically for pleasure boats. Following proper fiberglass maintenance guidelines will help maintain your boat’s performance, value, and enjoyment.

1.Paint Cleaning Agents & Other Substances

Wash the gelcoat and fiberglass regularly with clean, fresh water. Wax gelcoated surfaces to maintain the luster. In northern climates, a waxing at the start and end of the boating season may suffice. In southern climates, an application of wax every three months will be required for adequate protection.

REFER TO THE Yacht Bright™ PAMPHLET IN YOUR OWNER’S MANUAL PACKET FOR INSTRUCTIONS AND WARRANTY INFORMATION.

3.Stains & Scratches

!WARNING

EXPLOSION/FIRE HAZARD

Care and refinishing materials may contain ingredients that are flammable or explosive. Do not use such materials in the bilge

Shut off electrical power and ventilate when using such materials anywhere on the boat or in the cabin.

Do not create sparks or use lighted materials.

!WARNING

Gelcoat surfaces are slippery when wet.

Always wear non-slip footwear securely fastened to your feet and hold on to rails or the boat structure.

!WARNING

Waxed surfaces are slippery.

Do not wax areas that are usually walked on.

Do not use products containing chlorine, phosphates, perfumes and non-degradable ingredients. Consult your marine dealer regarding environmental regulations before painting the hull. Fumes can last for hours, and chemical ingredients can harm people, property and the environment. Common household cleaning agents may cause hazardous reactions. Read and understand directions on all paint, cleaning and polishing materials before using.

2.Fiberglass & Gelcoat

The fiberglass hull, deck and some interior parts consist of a molded shell and exterior gelcoat. The gelcoat is the outer surface, often colored, that presents the shiny smooth appearance associated with fiberglass products. This gelcoat surface is painted or taped in some areas for styling purposes.

Although gelcoat and painted surfaces are resistant to deep stains, a need for cleaning will occasionally arise. But, the use of some common cleaning agents will permanently discolor or otherwise damage the finish on your boat.

Do not use abrasive porcelain-cleaning powders. These are too abrasive and contain chlorine and ammonia, either of which will permanently discolor gelcoat and paint.

Never use nail polish remover (acetone) or any ketone solvents.

Use diluted household detergents to remove surface soil and stains. Before using a given brand, check to make sure it contains no chlorine or ammonia.

Isopropyl alcohol can be used to remove difficult stains. But it must be promptly washed off with mild detergent and water.

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Contents Performance Baja MarineFor information call 1-865-971-6270 or fax Welcome This page intentionally left blank Introduction Manufacturer’s Certification Service, Parts and Repair for Your BoatHull Identification Number HIN About Your Express Limited Warranty Iii Ignition Protection Breakers and/or Fuses Speed changes you. TM Safety Labels SafetyFire Extinguishing System Legally Mandated Minimum Required EquipmentCarbon Monoxide Carbon Monoxide Monitor Lifesaving Equipment Load Capacity Additional Recommended Equipment for Safe OperationImpaired Operation Stability Power CapacityGeneral Considerations Maintain ControlWeather Chart Your Course Skiing Water SportsSwimming General Emergency SituationsMedical Emergency Water RescueCollisions and Leaking FireFlooding, Swamping and Capsizing International Requirements Safety HotlinesGrounding Propulsion, Control or Steering FailureWaste Disposal Environmental ConsiderationsExcessive Noise Wake/WashNautical Terms Key to Symbols on Controls & Prints This Page Intentionally Left Blank Baja Marine Corp This Page Intentionally Left Blank Docking /Lifting /Trailering Passenger Locations General Boat ArrangementPerformance Specifications Propellers Basic Boat Dimensions and Clearances MetricPropulsion System General Deck Layout Gear Shift and Throttle Control Power Trim Unit and GaugeDescription of Major Controls Trim Tabs Trailer SwitchEngine Alarm System Ignition Shutdown SwitchImportant Gauges Tachometer and Hour MeterNavigation 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 BoatSteering System Power Steering SystemBilge Bilge & Underwater GearFuel & Oil Spillage Bilge PumpsEngines and Stern Drive Maintenance and ServiceBilge Blowers Vibration and CausesImpact to Stern Drive Propeller Removal and InstallationGear case Anti-Siphon Valve Inboard/Outboard Engine Only Fuel SystemFuel System Static Electricity and the Fuel System Fueling PrecautionsBefore and During Fueling Checklist After Fueling Checklist This page intentionally left blank Electrical Systems Electrical SystemsDirect Current DC BatteriesFuse Panel Electrolytic Corrosion & Zinc AnodesBreakers and/or Fuses Marine Electronic Cathodic Anti-corrosion System Mercathode Drive Pump Drive Pump w/ K-Plane Trim Tabs Ignition Switch ATTaCh 4 aWg RED Wire To fUsE PanEl MaIn Switch Panel Wire Information FIGThis Page Intentionally Left Blank Options & Accessories Locations Options & AccessoriesCanvas Automatic Fire Extinguisher System OptionHorn Depth Finder OptionalSwim Platform w/ Ladder Optional Stereo SystemRequirements for Operators Head SystemsExhaust Systems Interval Required Inspection, Service MaintenanceSummary Guide For Inspection, Service and Maintenance Interval Summary Guide For Inspection, Service and MaintenanceUseful Service Information Bilge Area Inspection, Service and Maintenance ProtocolBatteryies Winterization Checklist for Boats Stored on LandTopside and Supplies Boat StorageFuel Systems Fitting Out After StorageFuel System MiscellaneousSecurity Considerations Power Steering System MaintenanceBoat Systems Quick Reference ChecklistBoarding the Boat General Starting the Engine Returning to Port General Quick Reference Checklist cont’d Departing GeneralIf the Engine Does Not Start Quick Reference Checklist cont’dSecuring the Boat After Market Equipment Checklist Maintenance Log Maintenance Log Cont’d Care & Refinishing Paint Cleaning Agents & Other SubstancesStains & Scratches Fiberglass & GelcoatTopside Areas Permanently Moored or Docked BoatsAcrylic Plastic Sheeting Plastic Glass Canvas and Clear VinylInterior Upholstery Fabric Exterior Upholstery FabricThis Page Intentionally Left Blank Index Index Performance