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CESSNA
MODEL 172N
SECTION
8
HANDLING, SERVICE
&
MAINTENANCE
CLEANING A N D CARE
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 i s not available, the plastic can be cleaned with
soft cloths moistened with Stoddard solvent to remove oil and grease.
NOTE
*
Never use gasoline, benzine, alcohol, acetone, fire extin-
guisher 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. Waxing with a good commercial wax will finish the cleaning
job. A thin, even coat of wax, polished out by hand with clean soft flannel
cloths, will
f i l l
in minor scratches and help prevent further scratching.
Do not use a canvas cover on the windshield unless freezing rain or
sleet i s 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
10
days are required for the paint to cure com-
pletely; 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 i s recommended that the work be done by
someone experienced in handling uncured paint. Any Cessna Dealer can
accomplish this work.
Generally, the painted surfaces can be kept bright by washing with
.
water and mild soap, followed by a rinse with water and dryingwith cloths
o r a chamois. Harsh o r abrasive soaps or detergents which cause corrosion
or scratches should never be used. Remove stubborn oil and grease with a
cloth moistened with Stoddard solvent.
Waxing is unnecessary to keep the painted surfaces bright. However, if
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July
1979
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