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DO NOT fold the vinyl windows after
removing them from the enclosure. Roll
them prior to placing them in storage.
Folding the vinyl windows will cause
creases and eventual cracking. If you
anticipate long-term storage, place a
soft cloth over the vinyl window and roll
the window with the cloth in place. The
cloth barrier will prevent the vinyl from
sticking to itself, particularly during
warm weather.
Zippers
The various sections of your canvas
enclosure are secured together with zip-
pers to permit easy removal of any or all
sections without the cumbersome weight
or size of the entire unit. The zippers are
manufactured of high impact plastic coated
stainless steel and have large teeth for
smooth operation. They should be washed
while you are washing the canvas and
then periodically lubricated by rubbing a
candle on the zipper in the closed position
and then opening and closing several
times to distribute the wax lubricant.
Aluminum Tubular Frame
The upper portion of your canvas enclo-
sure is supported by a tubular aluminum
frame. The frame is secured by stainless
steel pins placed in brackets that are
permanently mounted on the fiberglass
surface at various locations on the bridge
and deck. The aluminum frame is cleaned
and maintained in the same manner as the
other aluminum components on your yacht
as previously described.
DO NOT use kerosene or lemon oil on
the aluminum frame, as it will stain the
canvas fabric. A small amount of lubri-
cant, such as CRC , may be used to
lubricate the stainless steel pins.
Two-Piece “Snaps”
The lower portion of your canvas enclo-
sure is secured to the bridge and deck by
two-piece “snaps”, which are manufac-
tured of chrome-plated brass. The female
portion is permanently secured in the
lower seam of the canvas and the male
portion is permanently secured into the
fiberglass surface of the bridge and deck.
Frequently examine the snaps for the
presence of dirt and remove with a soap
and water solution and rinse with fresh
water. Periodically lubricate the female
portion with a small amount of lubricant,
such as Vaseline Petroleum Jelly .
WINTERIZATION AND
STORAGE
In most cases, the reason for storage of
your yacht is winter lay-up. The information
contained in this section is a general
guide. Your Silverton dealer or a compe-
tent boatyard should prepare your yacht for
winter storage.
If you are removing your yacht from the
water for another reason, use the informa-
tion in this section as a guideline. Follow-
ing the procedures in this section will help
extend the life of your yacht and its equip-
ment and simplifies recommissioning in
the spring.
Indoor storage is beneficial if you are
storing your yacht in a climate that pro-