Arrow PA-28R-201 Pilot's Operating Handbook And Faa Approved Airplane Flight Manual page 206

PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION
PA-28R-201, ARROW
8.27 CLEANING (continued)
(c) Cleaning Exterior Surfaces (continued)
SECTION 8
HAND/SERV /MAINT
(2) Apply cleaning solution with a soft cloth. a sponge or a
soft bristle brush.
(3) To remove exhaust stains. allow the solution to remain
on the surface longer.
(4) To remove stubborn oil and grease. use a cloth dampened
with naphtha.
(5) Rinse all surfaces thoroughly.
(6) Any good automotive wax maybe used to preserve painted
surfaces. Soft cleaning cloths or a chamois should be used
to prevent scratches when cleaning or polishing. A heavier
coating of wax on the leading surfaces will reduce the
abrasion problems in these areas.
(d) Cleaning Windshield and Windows
(I)
Remove dirt. mud and other loose particles from exterior
surfaces with clean water.
(2) Wash with mild soap and warm water or with aircraft
plastic cleaner. Use a soft cloth orsponge in a straight back
and forth motion. Do not rub harshly.
(3) Remove oil and grease with a cloth moistened with kero-
sene.
CAUTION
Do not use gasoline. alcohol. benzene. carbon
tetrachloride. thinner. acetone. or window
cleaning sprays.
(4) After cleaning plastic surfaces. apply a thin coat of hard
polishing wax. Rub lightly with a soft cloth. Do not use a
circular motion.
(5) A severe scratch or mar in plastic can be removed by rub-
bing out the scratch with jeweler's rouge. Smooth both
sides and apply wax.
ISSUED: SEPTEMBER 15. 1988
REPORT: VB-1365
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