Exterior Cleaning - PREVOST Motorcoach XL Series Operator's Manual

Pressure laminates
Normal maintenance consists in wiping surfaces
with a damp cloth and detergent.
spillage at once to avoid permanent stains.
To remove stains, first try cleaning the affected
area with a household detergent, methylated
spirits or mineral turpentine.
present, try a mild abrasive and water solution.
Stainless steel
Use a stainless steel cleaner available at any
automotive washing and cleaning specialist and
follow manufacturer's instructions.
Formica
Remove stains on formica surfaces with a
household detergent, methylated spirits or mineral
turps. Clean with a mild abrasive and water
solution if stains persist.
Carpet
Vacuum carpets regularly to prolong carpet life.
Floor cleaning
Clean floors with a quality nonionic detergent
cleaner. Follow
recommendations for cleaning.
Remove any excess detergent solution using a
wet/dry vacuum or mop.
solution of one part Clorox to ten parts warm
water.
Polish dry floor using a high-speed buffer and a
smooth, red 3-M polishing pad.
Mop floor periodically with a solution of 5% Clorox
in warm water.
Remove
If stain is still
the manufacturer's
Rinse floor with a

EXTERIOR CLEANING

The paint on your vehicle is very durable, but must
be protected from harsh weather conditions that
can make it lose its luster. Therefore, wash and
wax your vehicle often. The longer the dirt is left
on the paint, the greater the risk of damaging the
glossy finish; either by scratching (if the dirt is
rubbed into the paint), or simply by the chemical
effect dirt particles have on painted surfaces.
Begin by spraying water over the entire vehicle to
remove all loose dirt, then wash with a car
washing-soap in the concentration recommended
by the manufacturer.
generous stream of water.
NOTE: The vehicle paintwork needs polishing or
preserving when water no longer forms droplets
on the surface.
CAUTION: Do not use hot water. Lukewarm to
cool water is less harmful to the paint. Do not use
solutions that can damage the body paint.
Do not aim the water jet directly into openings
such as the A/C & heating compartment door grille
to avoid water penetration in the fresh air intake
duct. If the water jet is under high pressure, avoid
aiming the jet directly on condenser and radiator
doors as the fins of cores may be damaged.
Do not wash or wax your vehicle in direct sunlight.
The underside of the vehicle picks up dirt and
road salt used to keep streets and highways free
of snow and ice. To protect against corrosion, it is
important to remove mud, debris and road salt
from the underside with a powerful water jet. Be
sure to include the wheelhousings, bumpers,
muffler, tailpipe and brackets.
done twice a year and is best accomplished after
the vehicle has been driven through a heavy rain.
The exterior of the vehicle, engine, engine
compartment, aluminum wheels and mirrors
should always be washed as soon as possible
after accumulating road salt.
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Rinse afterwards with a
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