< Certain household cleaners, powdered abrasives, steel wool, and
industrial cleaners can damage and discolor your vinyl-coated fabric
items.
< Dry cleaning fluids and lacquer solvents should not be used on vinyl-
coated fabric. These substances will remove printed patterns and
gloss.
< All waxes should be used with caution. Many waxes contain solvents
and dyes that may permanently damage the protective coating of the
vinyl-coated fabric.
< Never clean your vinyl-coated fabric items with a pressure washer.
The force of the water is likely to cause damage.
< Never use kerosene, gasoline, or acetone to clean vinyl-coated fabric.
These products will remove the protective coating.
< Do not use any silicone-based products. They will extract the
plasticizer from the vinyl and leave the vinyl-coated fabric hard,
brittle, and prone to cracking.
Under certain conditions, vinyl-coated fabrics may develop a condition
known as “pink stain,” (or “pinking”). Although Manitou’s use of high-
quality materials and fabrication helps avoid this condition, the following
precautions should be followed:
< Cover your boat when it is not in use. Be sure to allow adequate
venting to avoid trapping moisture.
< Remove wet or damp towels, gear, or swimsuits from the boat as
soon as possible.
< Control moisture in cabinets and lockers by leaving them open when
possible, and by using moisture-absorbing desiccants.
Exterior Surface and Graphics Care
In some situations, streaks may appear on the outside of the boat’s
exterior panels. These streaks are caused by moisture build-up on the
panel walls. To remove the streaks, use one cup of Simple Green
®
mixed
with four cups of water in a spray bottle. Spray and wipe. Avoid the use
of a stronger mixture, which may damage your boat’s vinyl graphics.
Your Manitou sports today’s finest pressure-sensitive graphics. These
graphics require little maintenance and should be treated like a painted
wall.
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