Pontiac 1955 Owner's Manual page 51

rial. (2) Nature and age of the stain. (3) Effect of stain-removing
agents on the color, structure, and general appearance of the fabric.
For best results, stains should be removed from upholstery as soon as
possible after they have been made. If they are allowed to stand for
some time, they very often become set, and removal becomes more
difficult—frequently impossible.
TRIM DESCRIPTION AND CLEANING METHODS
Fabrics—Soap and water may be used in cleaning fabrics. A neutral,
nonalkaline soap should be used with lukewarm water. The suds
should be frothy, not watery. Suds only should be applied in moderate
quantities with a damp cloth, sponge, or soft brush and rubbed
gently. Soap suds should be removed with a clean, damp cloth or
sponge. Then the surface should be wiped several times with a dry
cloth. While still damp it should be brushed lightly with a whisk broom
or medium stiff brush. Permit air to circulate freely over the wet
upholstery.
In some cases of especially stubborn stains it may be necessary to use
either GM Upholstery Cleaner or GM Upholstery Spotter available
from your Pontiac dealer. Use as the label directs.
NOTE: The following safety precautions should be observed in cleaning
fabrics:
1. Do not use as a cleaning solvent any gasoline which is colored or which
contains tetraethyl lead.
2. Do not use as a cleaning solvent, acetone, lacquer thinners, enamel
reducers, nail polish remover, etc.
3. Do not use laundry soaps or bleaches and reducing agents, such as the
following: Chloride of lime, Javelle water, Hydrogen peroxide, Sodium
hydrosulphite, Potassium permanganate, Chlorine or chlorine water,
Sulphurous acid (sulphur dioxide), Sodium thiosulphate (Photographers'
hypo). The use of these agents tends to weaken fabric and to change
its color.
4. Do not use too much cleaning fluid; some interior trim assemblies are
padded with rubber, and volatile cleaners are generally solvents for
rubber. The application of too much cleaner may destroy these rub
ber pads.
Genuine Leathers—Custom four-door sedans and Custom Catalinas
use genuine leather trim in some areas.
Genuine leathers have a natural tendency to wrinkle. Such wrinkles
or creases occurring in service do not detract from the wearing qualities
of the leather. A cushion in this condition is simply described as
having "comfort wrinkles".
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