™
M - 3 COMPANIONWAYDOOR
NOTICE
Topreventdamagetothecompanionway’shatch
track,thecompanionwayhatch mustbe opened
and closed slowly and carefully during use.
Certain Vista™ models have a combination hinged door
(w/screen) and sliding hatch assembly for gaining ac-
cess to and from the cabin. See Figure M2. A lift pin
secures the hatch in different positions. The door may
be kept open with the use of a strap. To utilize the screen
door, simply separate the two doors. Strap the solid
door open and close the screen door.
Locks are provided on the various companionway doors
to secure the cabin.
NOTICE
Companionway
Hatch
Always secure companionway door and hatch
before operating the boat. Rough water or sig-
nificant wake could cause the hatch or door to
slam shut and break. Acrylic plastic is impact
resistant but in extreme cases it can crack and/
or hardware such as hinges may become dam-
aged if not secured.
Track
Door Lock
Screen
To clean acrylic plastic (plexiglass):
Threshold
1) Rinse with plenty of water to wash off as much dirt
as possible.
2)
3)
4)
Using your bare hand, along with plenty of water,
feel and remove any dried on dirt or mud.
Companionway Door
Figure M2: Companionway Door
Wash using a soft, grit free cloth or sponge and
mild, nonabrasive soap or detergent.
Other Vista™ models have a one-piece sliding com-
panionway door on a track. To prevent damage to the
companionway track, the companionway door must be
moved slowly and carefully during use. See Figure M3.
A hinged stop at threshold secures the door in the open
position.
Blot dry using a clean, damp chamois.
NOTICE
Never use a dry cloth, duster, glass cleaning
solutions or citrus cleaner on acrylic plastic.
Track
See Section Q - 8 for additional information on the care
of acrylic plastic.
Door Lock
M - 4
WINDOWS
A. Windshields and Cabin Windows
Thewindshieldconsistoftemperedsafetyglassandcabin
port lights consist of plexiglass. The windshield frame
consists of a painted or polished aluminum.
Companionway Door
Threshold
Awalk-thru windshield is standard. Steps are provided
between the companionway and helm station to allow
easy access through the walk-thru windshield opening.
Door Stop
Figure M3: Sliding Companionway Door
Vista™ Owner’s Manual
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