Piper CHEROKEE ARCHER II Pilot Operating Handbook page 186

SECTION 8
HANDLING, SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
PIPER AIRCRAFI' CORPORATION
PA-28-181, CHEROKEE ARCHER II
CAtmON
Do not spray solvent into the alternator, vacuum pump, slarter. or
air intakes.
(3) AHow the solvent to remain on the engine from five to ten milWtes. Then rinse the
engine clean with additional solvent and allow it to dry.
CAUTION
Do not operate the engine until excess solvent has evaporated or
otherwise been removed.
(4) Remove the protective tape from the magnetos.
(5) Lubricate the controls, bearing surfaces, etc., in accordance with the Lubrication
Chart.
(b) Cleaning Landing Gear
Before cleaning the landing gear, place a plastic cover or similar material over the wheel and
brake assembly.
(I) Place a pan under the gear to catch waste.
(2) Spray or brush the gear area with solvent or a mixture of solvent and degreaser. as
desired. Where heavy grease and dirt deposits have collected, it may be necessary to
brush areas that were sprayed, in order to clean them.
(3) Allow the solvent to remain on the gear from five to ten minutes. Then rinse the gear
with additional solvent and allow to dry.
(4) Remove the cover from the wheel and remove the catch pan.
(5) Lubricate the gear in accordance with the Lubrication Chart.
(c) Cleaning Exterior Surfaces
The airplane should be washed with a mild soap and water. Harsh abrasives or alkaline soaps
or detergents could make scratches on painted or plastic surfaces or could cause corrosion of
metal. Cover areas where cleaning solution could cause damage. To wash the airplane, use the
following procedure:
(1)
Flush away loose dirt with water.
(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 may be 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.
REPORT: VB-760
8-14
ISSUED: AUGUST 15, 1975
REVISED: MARCH 16, 1979