Owner`s manual

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CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE
A periodic cleaning and maintenance
schedule of the interior and exterior sur-
face for 43MY is recommended. Not only
will it maintain your yacht in pristine condi-
tion, but it will also result in a higher resale
or trade-in value when you decide to
purchase another Silverton yacht. A clean
yacht is both pleasing to the eye and a
source of pride in ownership. Cleaning and
maintenance of your 43MY is described in
the following categories:
✸ Interior Cleaning/Maintenance
✸ Exterior Cleaning/Maintenance
✸ Canvas Enclosure Cleaning
& Maintenance
Interior Cleaning /
Maintenance
There are several different types of sur-
faces in the interior of your 43MY and all
require a different method of cleaning. The
surfaces and their respective cleaning and
maintenance procedures are as follows:
Fiberglass
Wash with a mild soap and water solution.
Thoroughly dry with a soft cloth and apply
a coat of good quality wax designed for
marine use.
DO NOT use abrasive cleaning agents
on fiberglass surfaces, as they will
scratch and dull the finish.
Wood
There are many wood surfaces in your
43MY, such as galley cabinets, entertain-
ment cabinets and trim. Care and cleaning
of the wood surfaces is identical to the
maintenance of the wood surfaces in your
home. Frequently remove dust from the
wood with a feather duster or similar
cleaning tool. Apply a good quality furni-
ture polish, such as Liquid Gold , to all
wood surfaces on a regular basis to main-
tain their beauty and lustre.
Nautolex (Vinyl)
Gently wash with a mild soap and water
solution and dry with a soft, lint-free cloth
on a regular basis. DO NOT wait for the
vinyl surface to appear soiled before you
clean it, as stains and ground-in surface
dirt may be difficult to remove.
DO NOT use cleaning agents contain-
ing bleach, as they will remove the color
tint from the vinyl surface, causing a
blotching appearance and will dry the
material, resulting in surface cracks.
Upholstery
The upholstery in your 43MY is high
quality and stain resistant. Frequently
vacuum the upholstery to remove any dirt
before it accumulates and becomes im-
bedded. Stains may be removed by using
a quality household stain remover. Be
certain to follow the manufacturer’s direc-
tions concerning its use.
Carpeting
The carpet in your 43MY is a high quality
nylon pile. Normal cleaning and mainte-
nance is accomplished by vacuuming on a
frequent and regular basis. Refer to the
carpet manufacturer’s pamphlet included
with your owner’s packet for additional
cleaning procedures, such as stain re-
moval.