Blue Bird Coachworks 450 LXi, Owner'S Manual

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7-1 Interior/Exterior Care
450 LXi Owner Manual
~ 7-1-2 ~ Rev. “C”
7-1.7 Window Shades
Shades should be kept in the closed or up position when not in use to maintain pleat retention and minimize dirt and
soil build-up. Do not store shades in the down position. This may cause some loss of pleat retention if the shades are not
operated on a consistent basis.
Shades can be easily cared for by simply dusting or using a vacuum cleaner attachment. Do not use spot remover, household
cleaners or detergents to remove soiled spots, as these may cause damage or fading to the fabric.
7-1.8 Exterior Paint
The exterior of the coach can be cleaned with the same non-abrasive cleaners used to clean your automobile.
7-1.9 Polished Wheels
The polished wheels can be cleaned with any cleaner designed to clean automotive polished aluminum wheels.
7-1.10 Glass
Use standard glass cleaner for cleaning windows on the coach.
7-1.11 Awnings
There are two kinds of awnings supplied with your coach. A automatic awning manufactured by Girard R.V. Products and a
manual type manufactured by Zip Dee. Both awnings supplied with your coach are constructed of 100% acrylic fabric that is
weatherproof, permeable to air and resistant to mildew, rotting and fading.
Acrylic fabric should be cleaned regularly before substances such as dirt, leaves, etc. are allowed to accumulate on, and
become embedded in the fabric. The fabric can be cleaned without being removed from the awning. Simply brush off any
loose dirt, leaves, etc. Hose down and clean with cloth and mild solution of natural soap in lukewarm water. Rinse thoroughly
to remove soap. DO NOT USE DETERGENTS. Allow to air dry, preferably on a warm sunny day. Should you have to retract the
awning when the fabric is wet, it should be extended at the fi rst opportunity to fi nish air drying.
NOTE: If you store your coach for an extended period of time, store shades in the up position and cover your
windows with additional protection such as cardboard.
IMPORTANT CUSTOMER NOTE: The procedures and products recommended here are for the standard
products that come with the coach. If customer selects any optional “specialty” products, please follow the cleaning
and care instructions for that particular product to ensure the long life of product. Blue Bird Coachworks is not
responsible for scratches, fading, or chipping, etc. resulting from improper care and maintenance procedures. It is
the customer’s responsibility to know what the products are made of and what they can be safely cleaned with. If
unsure, check with the proper personnel upon taking delivery of your coach.