Owner`s manual

22 KODIAK
CARBON MONOXIDE IS A LETHAL, TOXIC GAS THAT IS COLORLESS AND ODORLESS.
IT IS A DANGEROUS GAS THAT WILL CAUSE DEATH IN CERTAIN LEVELS.
Cabin Interior
The cabin interior can be cleaned just like you would clean a home interior. To preserve the teak
woodwork, use teak oil. To maintain the carpeting, use a vacuum cleaner. Because air and sunlight
are very good cleansers, periodically put cushions, sleeping bags, etc. on deck, in the sun and fresh
air, to dry and air out. If cushions or equipment get wet with saltwater, remove and use clean,
freshwater to rinse off the salt crystals. Salt retains moisture and will cause damage. Dry thoroughly
and reinstall.
If mildew forms on the carpet-like headliner material, it can be cleaned with a solution of five parts
water to one part bleach. Remove all cushions, pillows and cabin sole carpet that could be damaged
by the bleach and make sure that all windows, hatches and doors are open while using the bleach
solution. Wear rubber gloves to protect your skin and follow all the precautions listed on the bleach
bottle label. Completely ventilate the cabin and allow the headliner to dry thoroughly before using
the cabin or closing the hatches and doors.
If you leave the boat for a long period of time, put all cushions on their sides, open all interior cabin
and locker doors, and hang a commercially available mildew protector in the cabin.
ALWAYS READ THE LABEL CAREFULLY ON MILDEW PROTECTORS. REMOVE THE
PROTECTOR AND ALLOW THE CABIN TO VENTILATE COMPLETELY BEFORE USING
THE CABIN.
13.3 Bilge
To keep the bilge clean and fresh, it is recommended that you use a commercial bilge cleaner on
a regular basis. Follow the directions carefully. All exposed pumps and metal components in the
bilge should be sprayed periodically with a protector to reduce the corrosive effects of the high
humidity always present in these areas.
Periodically check the bilge pumps for proper operation and clean debris from the strainers and float
switches. Inspect all hoses, clamps and thru hulls for leaks and tightness on a regular basis and
operate all thru hull valves at least once a month to keep them operating properly.
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