Malibu Boats Boat User Manual

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2-68ALWAYS verify that both latches are securely locked in placebefore using the tower for towing. NEVER use the tower fortowing without securing both latches.To lower the tower, pull out on the top of each latch and rotate. Grab the top of the towerin front and pull down toward you.G4 Tower OptionThe G4 tower is similar in construction to the Illusion G3. Toraise the tower, stand with your back toward the bow of the boat.Push the port side handle halfway in. The red portion of thehandle will be hidden and the yellow portion will be visible.Raise the tower. Once the tower is fully extended, the port sidehandle will lock, holding the tower up. Push both handlescompletely in, locking the tower in place.ALWAYS verify that both handles aresecurely locked in place before usingthe tower for towing. NEVER use thetower for towing if either color (red oryellow) is visible on the handle.To lower the tower, pull both handles completely out with bothyellow and red colors showing. Grab the top of the tower in frontand pull down toward you.HardwareMost of the metal hardware on your boat consists of brass, stainless steel, or aluminumand should be cleaned on a periodic basis with soap and water. In fresh water, metalfittings and hardware should be sprayed regularly with a rust inhibitor and after every usein saltwater.DO NOT use cleaners that are not intended for use on stainless steel. Glass, tile, counteror citrus cleaners can damage hardware permanently. Always follow cleaning, byapplying a high-quality metal polish or automotive wax after cleaning. Test products in aninconspicuous area before applying to the complete surface, especially if you are notfamiliar with the product.All metal parts, including but not limited to tower accessories, board racks or speakercans, should be cleaned with mild soap and water frequently and waxed periodically. Acorrosion protectant is highly recommended on these components, especially for use inareas of or in proximity to salt/brackish water. Pitting, corrosion or oxidation is notcovered under warranty. Pitting is not the same as separation.!WARNING!WARNINGFigure 2-55. Starboard SideFigure 2-56. Port Side