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WINDSHIELD-WINDOWS.
The plastic windshield and windows should be cleaned with an aircraft
windshield cleaner.
with moderate pressure until all dirt, oil scum and bug stains are re
moved.
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 o il and grease.
Never use gasoline, benzine, alcohol, acetone, carbon
tetrachloride, fire extinguisher or anti-ice fluid, lacquer
thinner or glass cleaner to clean the plastic.
terials 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.
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 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.
ALUMINUM SURFACES.
The clad aluminum surfaces of your Cessna may be washed with clear
water to remove dirt; oil and grease may be removed with gasoline,
naphtha, carbon tetrachloride or other non-alkaline solvents.
aluminum surfaces may be cleaned effectively with an aircraft aluminum
pOlish.
After cleaning, and peri odi.cally thereafter, waxing with a good auto
motive wax will preserve the bright appearance and retard corrosion.
Regular waxing is especially recommended for airplanes operated in
salt water areas as a protection against corrosion.
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Apply the cleaner sparingly with soft cloths, and rub
NOTE
These ma
Do not rub the
Dulled
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