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WINDSHIELD – WINDOWS
The plastic windshield and windows should be cleaned with an
aircraft windshield cleaner. Apply the cleaner sparingly with soft
cloths, and rub with moderate pressure until all dirt, oil scum and
bug stains are removed. Allow the cleaner to dry, then wipe it off
with soft flannel cloths.
If a windshield cleaner is not available, the plastic can be
cleaned with soft cloths moistened with Stoddard solvent to remove
oil and grease.
Never use gasoline, benzene, alcohol, acetone,
carbon tetrachloride, fire extinguisher or anti-ice
fluid, lacquer thinner or glass cleaner to clean the
plastic. These materials will attack the plastic and
may cause it to craze.
Follow by carefully washing with a mild detergent and plenty of
water. Rinse thoroughly, then dry with a clean moist chamois. Do
not rub the plastic with a dry cloth since this builds up an
electrostatic charge which attracts dust.
commercial wax will finish the cleaning job. A thin, even coat of
wax, polished out by hand with clean soft flannel cloths, will fill in
minor scratches and help prevent further scratching.
Do not use a canvas cover on the windshield unless freezing
rain or sleet is anticipated since the cover may scratch the plastic
surface.
PAINTED SURFACES
The painted exterior surfaces of your new Cessna have a
durable, long lasting finish and, under normal conditions, require
no polishing or buffing. Approximately 15 days are required for
the paint to cure completely; in most cases, the curing period will
have been completed prior to delivery of the airplane. In the event
that polishing or buffing is required within the curing period, it is
recommended that the work be done by someone experienced in
handling uncured paint. Any Cessna Dealer can accomplish this
work.
NOTE
Waxing with a good
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