Plastic Parts - Cleaning; Interior Soft Goods - Winnebago Itasca Ellipse Owner's Manual

• Do not use a pressure washer to clean
headlights.
• Inspect and operate the lights regularly to
confirm proper operation and mounting
condition.
Headlight Moisture
Your coach is equipped with composite
headlights, which contain replaceable halogen
"bulb" elements, common to most current
automobiles. This type of lamp assembly is not
sealed from the atmosphere and is designed with
a moisture venting system.
Because they are not sealed, under "dew
point" conditions the headlights may exhibit
signs of humidity condensation on the reflector
surface and lens, such as small droplets of water
or "fogging over".
If this happens, drive with the headlights on so
the moisture can evaporate and expel through the
venting system designed into the headlamp
assembly.
PLASTIC PARTS – CLEANING
Many parts in your motorhome, such as the
dash, exterior light lenses, and certain exterior
body panels are made of high-impact plastic
materials that can be damaged by wiping with
solvents or improper cleaning products.
Always try cleaning plastic parts with the
mildest cleaners first and work your way up to
stronger cleaning products. Use the following
cautionary lists as a guide when selecting
cleaning products to use on plastic parts.
NOTICE
Do not use citrus-based cleaners on
polycarbonate finishes. Citric compounds
will damage the high-gloss surface,
causing it to appear dull or "flat". Always
test a cleaning product on a hidden area
to be sure it will not cause damage to the
appearance of the part.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
Here is a list of mild cleaners that may be used
safely:
• Car washing soap and water
• Glass cleaners without ammonia
• Mineral oil
• Multipurpose cleaners (such as Fantastik
®
Formula 409 , etc.)
The following products, compounds, or solvents
must be wiped off immediately to avoid
damage:
• Ammonia
• Brake fluid
• Bathroom basin, tub, and tile cleaners
• Chlorine
• Ethyl alcohol
• Isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol
• Kerosene or gasoline
• Naphthalene
• Pine-type household cleaners
Do not use cleaners containing the following
products, compounds ,or solvents. These
products will damage the finish.
• Acetic acid
• Acetone (nail polish remover)
• Aromatic solvents (lacquer thinners)
• Benzene
• Butyl alcohol

INTERIOR SOFT GOODS

We recommend a weekly routine of
vacuuming all fabrics and carpet throughout the
motor home to prevent an accumulation of dirt,
which can detract from the appearance and
shorten the life of carpet and fabrics.
Fabric Upholstery
Some fabrics used in this motor home may
contain fire retardant and lightfastness additives,
which can be damaged by use of improper
cleaning products. Some water-based household
cleaning products are not formulated for use on
fabrics and may cause excessive shrinkage or
fading. Always test any cleaning product on a
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