MCi Crusader II 1989 Maintenance Manual page 86

Date
1-1-89
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MC-9 MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Food Stains - Remove all solids, then treat as for chocolate.
Fruit Juice - Detergent solution followed by ammonia
solution.
Gelatin - Detergent solution.
Glue - Detergent solution.
Grass - Treat as for chocolate.
Gravy - Treat as for chocolate.
Grease - Dry cleaning fluid.
Gum - See section on "Difficult Stains."
House Cement - Dry cleaning fluid.
Ice Cream - Detergent solution.
Iodine - Detergent solution.
Ketchup - Detergent solution.
Metal Polish - Dry cleaning fluid.
Milk - Treat as for chocolate.
Mustard - Detergent solution.
Nail Polish - See "Difficult Stains."
Oils - Ory cleaning fluid.
Permanent Ink - Detergent solution.
Rust - See "Difficult Stains."
Shoe Polish - Ory cleaning fluid.
Soft Drinks - Detergent solution.
Soot - Detergent solution.
Tar - Dry cleaning fluid.
Tea - Detergent solution.
Toothpaste - Detergent solution.
Urine - See "Difficult Stains."
Vaseline - Dry cleaning fluid.
Vomit - Remove all solids, then treat with detergent
solution.
Water Colors - Detergent solution followed by ammonia
solution.
Wax - Dry cleaning fluid.
· Wine - Detergent solution followed by vinegar solution.
DIFFICULT STAINS
CANDY - Use the stain removal method for chocolate but
apply the vinegar solution and then water once the stain is
removed.
GUM - Easily removed by quick freezing it with dry ice or a
freon aerosol spray and hitting it sharply with a hammer or hard
instrument Then scrape it off and remove any residue with dry
cleaning solvent.
NAIL POLISH - Can be satisfactorily removed with nail
polish remover. but it can seriously damage any carpet.contain-
ing acetate fibers. Test it first sparingly in some inconspicuous
area of the carpet and. should the color run, contact a profes-
sional cleaner for assistance.
STRONG ACIDS - Such as carbolic acid disinfectant and
some tile cleaning compounds require drastic and immediate
action to prevent serious damage. Quickly flush the affected
area with water. Sponge up excess water, and repeat several
'mes to dilute acid and wash it away. Sponge the area with
.. mmonia solution and rinse again. Be sure
to
dry the carpet as
quickly and thoroughly as possible. using a fan or vacuum
cleaner. ·
STRONG ALKALIES Such as lye, caustic soda. oven
cleaner and paint cleaner can cause serious damage. Imme-
diate attention is essential. Quickly flush the affected area with
water as described under "Strong Acids." Then sponge area
with vinegar solution and rinse again. Dry the carpet as in
"Strong Acids."
URINE-Absorb all liquid with a tissue or paper towel. Work
(do not rub) a neutral detergent into stain and repeat Apply one
part white vinegar to two parts water and work (do not rub) into
yarns. Allow it to set and then absorb excess liquid. Place
absorbent material on top and weigh it down (books. etc.) and
leave for six to eight hours to dry.
UNKNOWN STAINS- If they are "set" or are not identifiable,
try detergent and water first If this does not work, let stain dry
and then try dry cleanin.g fluid. If this does not remove the stain.
contact a professional carpet cleaner for assistance.
DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S
MO DE STY PANELS
The modesty panels are made of fiberglass with a smooth.
easily cleaned gel-coat finish.
Cleaning with mild detergent and water will remove most
surface soiling. Tar. gum. etc., may be removed with a solvent
such as kerosene. Volatile solvents. such as acetone. are not
recommended. After using a solvent. clean the area with mild
detergent and water.
DRIVER'S ACRYLIC GUARD PANEL
An acrylic panel is mounted above. the driver's modesty
panel. Care should be taken when cleaning it.
The panel should first be dusted very lightly (not wiped) with
a soft. clean cloth. The surface can then be wiped carefully with
a soft, wet cloth or chamois. The cloth or chamois should be
kept free of grit by rinsing it often in clean water. A mild dish-
washing detergent may be used if necessary.
Grease and oil may be removed with hexane. kerosene, or
aliphatic naphtha (no aromatic content).
CAUTION: Do not use solvents such as
acetone, benzene, carbon tetrachloride, fire
extinguisher fluid, dry cleaning fluid, or
lacquer thinners, since they soften and dis•
tort acrylic material. Do not use window
sprays or kitchen scouring compounds.
If, after washing, the surface shows minor scratches, most of
them can be removed or reduced by hand polishing. The pol-
ishes can be best applied with a small pad of soft cotton flannel
which has been dampened with water. Rub the panel in a
straight to-and-fro motion parallel with the light scratches to be
removed. or
with
a circular motion. Excessive rubbing at one
spot should be avoided. Several applications may be neces-
sary, but most minor scratches can be reduced and clarity
improved within a relatively short time.
After the scratches are removed or reduced. the cleaner
should be removed with a clean. soft cloth.
VINYL REPAIR
Remove existing damaged vinyl covering from metal panel.
Thoroughly clean
the
panel. Use a toluene cleaning fluid. Apply
a coat of No. 1368 3M contact cement to panel and bottom side
of vinyl. Allow cement to dry until tack-free before applying vinyl
to panel.