Exterior; Stains - Fleetwood 1997 Discovery Owner's Manual

MAiNTENANCE
Some exterior parts of your motor home are made of fiber-
glass. The finish on these parts is durable, but not indestmc-
tible. Any material and finish will deteriorate in time. Expo-
sure to sunlight, moisture and airborne pollutants can cause
dulling and fading of the finish. Generally, changes in the
finish due to weathering are cosmetic - they are on the smface
of the part and do not affect its strength. Weathering can take
the form of chalking, fading and yellowing.
The best insurance against these effects is routine maintenance.
If the finish is not washed and waxed thoroughly, the surface
can deteriorate very rapidly. The following maintenance guide-
lines can help you reduce these weathering effects:
1 . Wash the exterior with a mild soap monthly, at least. Avoid
strong alkaline cleaners and abrasives.
2. Wax the exterior at least once a year - twice, if possible -
with a wax formulated for fiberglass. When waxing, always
read and follow the instructions and precautions on the
container. Some cleaners and waxes are recommended for
use on only certain types of surfaces.
3. In some cases, a light rubbing compound may be required.
Always follow rubbing compound with a high-quality wax.
Stains are generally caused by two types of substances - water
soluble and non-water soluble. Water soluble stains can usually
be washed away with water and mild detergent. Follow the
washing with wax.
Non-water soluble stains are usually oil-based. Removal of
this type of stain may require the use of highly flammable or
poisonous solvents. Refer this type of service to your dealer or
an authorized Fleetwood Service Center. Never use strong
solvents or abrasives to clean plastic surfaces.
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DiSCOVERY - CopYRiqHT 1996, FLEE/wood ENTERPRisES, INC. All RiqHTS RESERVEd.