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particles in the air.
Wiping with a moist chamois will re-
move both the dust and this charge.
Remove oil and grease with a cloth moistened with kero-
sene.
Never use gasoline, benzine, acetone, carbon tetra-
chloride, fire extinguisher fluid, lacquer thinner or glass
cleaner.
These materials will soften the plastic and may
cause it to craze.
After removing dirt and grease, if the surface is not
badly scratched, it should be waxed with a good grade of
commercial wax.
The wax will fill in minor scratches and
help prevent further scratching.
Apply a thin, even coat of
wax and bring it to a high polish by rubbing lightly with a
clean, dry soft flannel cloth.
Do not use a power buffer;
the heat generated by the buffeting pad may soften the
plastic.
Do not use a canvas cover on the windshield unless
freezing rain or sleet is anticipated.
Canvas covers may
scratch the plastic surface.
PAINTED SURFACES
The painted exterior surfaces of your new Cessna require
an initial curing period which may be as long as 90 days
after the finish is applied.
During this curing period some
precautions should be taken to avoid damaging the finish or
interfering with the curing process.
The finish should be
cleaned only by washing with clean water and mild soap,
followed by a rinse water and drying with cloths or a cham-
ois.
Do not use polish or wax, which would exclude air from
the surface, during this 90-day curing period.
Do not rub or
buff the finish anri avoid flying through rain, hail, or
sleet.
Once the finish has cured completely, it may be waxed
with a good automotive wax.
A heavier coating of wax on the
leading edges of the wings, tail, engine nose cap and propel-
ler spinner will help reduce the abrasion encountered in
these areas.
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