EventhemoststubbornstainscanberemovedfromOlefin
fiber following the procedures outlined. Atotal of thirty-
fourstainswereselectedasbeingrepresentativeofspills
commonly occurring on carpets. Stains were pressed
into the carpet to simulate foot pressure following a spill.
Stains were applied to a two-inch square section and
allowed to penetrate. Removal was performed after two
weeks. Carpets were tested for stain removal by an in-
dependent laboratory. Stain removal was effective for all
NOTICE
The appearance and longevity of the exterior up-
holsterywillbeaffectedbywatersaturation. Pro-
tect these items appropriately.
K - 5
REPLACEMENTUPHOLSTERY
Shouldupholsterybecomeseverelysoiled,torn,orinsome
manner damaged, replacement upholstery cushions and
certainjacketsareavailable. However,theoriginalvinylor
fabric patterns may not be available.
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stains. Results are shown in the table.
Stain Removal Procedure
RegularMaintenancesuchasvacuuming,hosingorwash-
ing should be performed. Most stains and mildew are
easily removed from carpet made with Olefin fiber using
common household cleaners. Refer Table I. Olefin
fiber is so resistant to chemical attack that Clorox bleach
may be used to clean up any mildew that may result
from excessive wetness.
Replacementupholsterycanbeobtainedbyprovidingthe
part number (if available), cushion description, boat serial
number, upholstery color, and whether a jacket or com-
plete cushion is needed. Please contact your Four Winns
dealer for assistance.
K - 6
CARPETCARE
Code for stain removal procedure:
A. Interior and Exterior Carpet
“A” Apply hot water and detergent.
Four Winns Vista models use a high quality grade carpet-
ing in the cabin. Vacuuming and occasional rug sham-
pooingarerecommendedforextendedlifeandappearance.
It is 100% UV stabilized Olefin Polypropylene fiber.
“B” Apply volatile dry solvent, work with bone spatula,
blot.
“C” Flush by hot water extraction.
The optional snap-in carpet for the cockpit is also made of
Recommended reagents:
100%
UV stabilized Olefin Polypropylene fiber. This is an
exterior grade, high quality carpet with rubber-type back-
ing.
•
Carpet detergent such as “Mintex” (Hydromaster) or
any carpet detergent suitable for hot water extrac-
tion.
NOTICE
DO NOT dry carpeting in an automatic dryer.
•
•
•
Volatile dry solvent such as “Carbona”, “Energene”,
or “Picrin” (Street).
The snap-in carpet may be periodically washed with mild
laundrysoapsorshampooed,driedandreinstalled. Addi-
tional information is listed below.
Oily type paint remover such as nail polish remover,
“Energene” or “Pyrotex” (Street).
B. Cleaning and Maintenance
Neutral lubricant such as “Streetex Spray Spotter”
(Street) or alternate treatment with detergent and
“Energene”.
The following information should be useful in helping you
keep your carpet looking well maintained.
Carpet made with Olefin fiber possesses built-in stain and
soil release for easy, less costly maintenance. Regular
vacuuming and occasional shampooing help it stay at-
tractiveandserviceable.
C. Stain Removal
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Section K
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| Model Year | 2000 |
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