Windshield And Windows; Surface Deice Boots - Beechcraft Baron G58 Pilot Operating Handbook

Section 8
Handling, Serv & Maint

WINDSHIELD AND WINDOWS

The windshield and plastic windows should be kept clean and
waxed. To prevent scratches, wash the windows carefully with
plenty of soap and water, using the palm of the hand to dis-
lodge dirt and mud. Flood the surface with clean water to rinse
away dirt and soap. After rinsing, dry the windows with a clean,
moist chamois. Rubbing the surface of the plastic with a dry
cloth should be avoided, as it builds up an electrostatic charge
on the surface which attracts dust particles.
Remove any oil or grease with a cloth moistened with kero-
sene, then wash the surface with soap and water. Never use
gasoline, benzine, alcohol, acetone, carbon tetrachloride, fire-
extinguisher agent, anti-ice fluid, lacquer thinner, or glass
cleaner. These materials will soften the plastic and may cause
it to craze.
After a thorough cleaning, waxed the surface with a good
grade of commercial wax that does not have an acrylic base.
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 buffing pad
may soften the plastic.

SURFACE DEICE BOOTS

The surfaces of the deice boots should be checked for indica-
tion of engine oil after servicing and at the end of each flight.
Any oil spots that are found should be removed with a non-
detergent soap and water solution. Care should be exercised
during cleaning. Avoid scrubbing the surface of the boots as
this will tend to remove the special graphite surfacing. The
deice boots are made of soft, flexible stock which may be dam-
aged if gasoline hoses are dragged over the surface of the
boots or if ladders and platforms are rested against them.
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Model G58
April, 2008