EXTERIOR & INTERIOR CARE — 3
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2008 IMPERIAL
Leather
Spots & Spills:
Absorb excess liquid immediately with a clean
cloth or sponge. Use water only if necessary.
DO NOT
use a cleaning product. If water
is used, clean the entire area where the spot
occurred. An example would be the entire seat
cushion or the entire arm. Allow to air dry.
DO
NOT
dry the wet areas with hair dryers, etc.
Stubborn Spots and Stains:
Use lukewarm water and a mild soap to work
up a thin layer of suds on a piece of cheesecloth.
Scrub the surface. Rinse with a piece of clean,
damp cheesecloth. Allow to air dry.
DO NOT
use saddle soap, cleaning solvents, furniture
polish, oils, varnish, abrasive cleaners, soaps or
ammonia water.
NOTE:
These are recommended or suggested
methods of cleaning. The manufacturer
is not responsible for damage incurred
while cleaning. Always test the cleaning
method in an inconspicuous area first
before applying to the entire area.
Fabric Cleaning Codes
The following fabric cleaning codes list
detailed cleaning instructions recommended
by the fabric manufacturing industry. Refer
to the fabric charts, located on the following
pages, for particular fabrics and follow the
recommended cleaning code.
“W” -
Clean with the foam only of a
water-based cleaning agent to remove
the overall soil. Many household
cleaning solvents are harmful to
the color and life of a fabric. A
professional furniture cleaning service
is recommended for cleaning. Frequent
vacuuming or light brushing to remove
dust and grime is recommended.
“S” -
Clean this fabric with pure solvents
(petroleum distillate-based products
such as Energine, Carbona, Renuzit, or
similar products may be used) in a well
ventilated room. Cleaning only by a
professional furniture cleaning service is
recommended.
CAUTION:
Use of water-based or detergent-
based solvent cleaners may cause
excessive shrinking. Water stains may
become permanent and unable to be
removed with solvent cleaning agents.
Avoid products containing Carbon
Tetrachloride as it is highly toxic. To
help prevent overall soiling, frequent
vacuuming or light brushing to remove
dust and grime is recommended.
“S/W” -
Clean with the foam only of
a water-based cleaning agent or with a
pure solvent in a well ventilated room
(petroleum distillate-based products
such as Energine, Carbona, Renuzit, or
similar products may be used). Cleaning
only by a professional furniture cleaning
service is recommended. Frequent
vacuuming or light brushing to remove
dust and grime is suggested.
“P” -
The article is resistant against
perchlorethene, cleaning benzine
(spirit), white spirit, R-11 and R-13.
“Dry Clean Only” -
A professional dry
cleaner or furniture cleaning service is
recommended for cleaning this fabric.
“X” -
Vacuum only. A non-metallic
brush may be used.
*Machine Washing for 100% Polyester:
“Wash Cycle” -
Use synthetic
setting and high water level with mild
agitation. A mild soap or detergent in
water not to exceed 160º F. No bleach
or fabric softener.
“Drying” -
Use low temperatures,
a synthetic setting of 85º F. to 90º F.
maximum should be used.
DO NOT
exceed three to
fi
ve minutes time on
the synthetic cycle. If washed at 160º
F., the maximum temperature which
can be used to dry is 140º F. Hang or
fold immediately after drying.
“Finishing” -
Press as following if necessary:
Iron on low setting (275° F.) with damp
cloth or steam iron using a dry press cloth.
Grid Head press for short intervals with
minimum steam.
DO NOT
lock the head.
Flat bed press dampened drapery using
cloth covering.
Avoid prolonged contact with heat.
