Washing - Tiffin Motorhomes WAYFARER 2017 Owner's Manual

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

WASHING

The paint on your Tiffin motorhome has a polyurethane base called Diamont. While multiple layers of
clear coat sealants protect the paint against oxidation, the sealant must be protected from
deterioration.
Paint manufacturers advise against using harsh cleaners such as Simple Green, Mr. Clean, or liquid dish
washing soaps. The degreasing agents in these cleaners leave a residue on the sealant, which soften and
damage the clear coat in time.
Baby shampoo provides an effective yet gentle cleaner. Without the typical heavy degreasers of most
detergents, baby shampoo cleans without leaving a residue to gum up the clear coat finish. Generally
one ounce (1 oz.) is all you need per five gallon bucket of water. Add one cup of food grade distilled
white vinegar to your wash bucket.
Tiffin Motorhomes recommends the lambs wool pad sold by Mary Moppins. This allows you to safely
wash your coach from the ground by placing the pad on an extension.
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