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the bilge also.) Allow the
boat to remain uncovered to air dry for several
days to prevent any mildew or odor caused by
moisture.
Teak Wood
Full teak platforms:
If shoes are worn when
walking on the teak, they
should be proper boating shoes. Black-soled
shoes are likely to scuff
the surface, resulting in
marks that may be difficult to remove or even leave permanent marks that are not covered under
warranty.
Regular cleaning and oiling of teak wood will maintain its original appearance. Unprotected wood will turn gray and could split or separate. If this
happens it may void the warranty.
New teak platforms have been sealed and finished with an oil-based,
wood preservative by the manufacturer. Platforms will keep the new look
and last for many, many years if properly maintained. For best results re-oil
the platform and allow it to dry before the first use. If the boat spends a lot of
long weekends on the lake with the swim platform in the water or if the platform sits uncovered in the sun, it should be oiled one or two times a month
during the first season; then as needed after that. The platform should be
covered when not in use or when stored for the winter.
Many products such as boiled linseed oil, tongue oil, teak oil and other
outdoor wood preservatives can be found at
marinas, paint stores
or home improvement
stores. Some oils such
as linseed oil should
be thinned with a thinner like mineral spirits
before use. (70 percent
oil-30 percent thinner.)
When oiling a platform, apply a coat of
oil with a wet cloth,
work into the seams,
end grain and edges.
Allow the oil to set approximately 15 minutes and then wipe off
the excess oil with a dry cloth. Do not let the oil dry on the platform
in the sun. Excess oil should be removed with a dry cloth.
AquaTrac platforms:
AquaTrac should be handled only with clean hands. Oil, grease or dirt
may leave permanent imprints on the surface. Whenever possible, keep the
platform covered when the boat is not in use. It should be stored dry.
Spills: Scoop or scrape up as much of the spill as possible, followed by
a thorough blotting of the remaining spotting with a dry, clean cloth. If cloth
is not available, paper towels are an acceptable substitute.
Non-oil Based Stains: Create a detergent solution by adding 1/4”
(one-quarter inch) teaspoon of liquid dish detergent to one (1) cup of warm
water. Apply the solution to the affected area (do not scrub) and blot with
a dry, clean cloth. Repeat the process until the stain stops transferring to
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