MCi Crusader II 1989 Maintenance Manual page 85

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MC-9 MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Oil. grease or paint marks - Remove excess substance with
a knife or spoon. then treat with Method 1, below. followed by
Method 2. If stains reappear, repeat the cleaning process.
Rust- Use Method 2. below. followed by a warm solution of
Oxalic Acid and complete treatment by sponging with water.
Tar - Soften with Benzene and then treat with Method 1,
below. followed by Method 2.
Urine - Use Method 2.
Vomit and excrement - Use Method 2.
METHOD 1
Apply a nonflammable solvent (Trichloroethylene) with a
clean. white, absorbent material. Treat small areas, working
from the outer edge toward the center of the stain. Blot fre-
quently with a dry clean cloth to avoid rings.
METHOD2
Sponge the stain with a solution of household detergent and
lukewarm water. Do not soak. Follow this by rubbing with a
damp cloth. rinsing the cloth between each treatment
CLEANING VINYL COVERS AND VINYL TRIM
The vinyl on the seats requires periodic cleaning to retain a
neat appearance.
Use only mild household detergents such as No. 409
Cleaner with warm water and apply with a sponge or soft cloth
to remove most soiling. In addition, a soft bristle brush may be
used after the detergent has been applied to the surface.
CAUTION: Do not use hanh solvent type
cleaners such as Les/oU or F11n/11sllc. Such
solvent cleaners cause cracking. crazing
and general deterioration of the vinyl and
thread materials.
In case of stubborn or embedded dirt. a non-abrasive
cleaner such as Bon Ami can be effective. Before the surface
dries. wipe
with
a clean. dry cloth to remove residue. This
procedure may have to be repeated io remove some stains and
dirt.
REMOVAL OF SPOTS AND STAINS
FROM VINYL COVERS/TRIM
The following suggestions are often effective in removing
the types of stains and spots listed.
• Ink can sometimes be removed by use of alcohol.
• Paint. shoe polish and tar can best be removed by using
naphtha or kerosene on a clean white cloth.
• Chewing gum may be removed by first carefully scraping
the surface and then using naphtha or kerosene on the
remainder.
Do not use any stronger solvents as they will attack vinyl and
plastic compositions. After using solvents,
wash
the vinyl sur-
face with detergent solution and rinse
with
clean
water.
Dry
with
soft, clean cloth.
Badly stained vinyl surfaces can be rejuvenated
with
Color
Hit. a flexible color coating made by Advance Color Corpora-
tion. 800 South Vail Avenue. P.O. Box 54870, Los Angeles,
California 90054. This product is an opaque. water-base coat-
ing available in 25 standard colors.
CARPETING
ROUTINE CLEANING
A regular maintenance plan will help you maintain the beau-
tiful appearance of your carpeting for many years. To maintain
the best appearance level possible, follow the basic mainte-
nance plan below.
CAUTION: Do not uu soap, washing
powder. ammonia. soda or bleach. Prompt
cleaning wlll remove most stains. Improper
treatment may Increase the damage.
Light vacuuming or carpet sweeping is usually needed daily
in heavy traffic areas. This is to pick up most surface dust. lint
and soil. Carpet sweeper or cannister type vacuums work well
for quick cleaning.
A vacuum equipped with a beater bar or a very high air
velocity commercial vacuum is needed for thorough vacuum-
ing. The beater agitates the pile to free abrasive dirt particles
buried below the surface. Move the vacuum slowly to give the
dirt time to be shaken loose and drawn up by the vacuum.
Commercial cleaning of the carpet is recommended each
year, depending on conditions, for those who want the best
appearance and longest life from their carpet
STAIN REMOVAL
The following materials can be readily obtained for use in a
spot removal kit Bottle and label them for future use.
Dry cleaning fluid (nonflammable such as Perchlor-
ethylene).
Detergent solution - mix one teaspoon
(5
ml) of neutral
powder type of detergent in
½
pint (280 ml) of water.
Solution to neutralize acid stains (fruit juices). Mix one
tablespoon (15 ml) ammonia to 3 /4 cup (177 ml) of water.
Solution to neutralize alkaline stains (bleac_h. wine. urine).
Mix 1 /3 cup (79 ml) of white vinegar with 2/3 cup (157 ml) of
water.
Can of Freon 12, if needed (available at refrigeration outlets).
Clean,
white
absorbent ploths, a sponge. an eyedropper.
Alcohol - Detergent solution.
Ballpoint Ink - Dry cleaning fluid.
Beer - Detergent solution followed by small amount of
vinegar.
Blood - Detergent solution followed by ammonia solution,
then vinegar solution and a dry cleaning fluid after spot is dry.
Butter - Dry cleaning fluid.
Candy - See section on "Difficult Stains."
Carbon Black - Detergent solution.
Chocolate - Apply dry cleaning fluid followed by detergent
solution.
Coffee - Detergent solution.
Cosmetics - Dry cleaning fluid (except lipstick).
Crayon - Dry cleaning fluid.
Crepe Paper - Detergent solution.
Egg - Treat as for chocolate.
Excrement - Remove all solids. then treat as for beer.
Food Color - Detergent solution.