Itasca latitude 37G, Manual

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11-5
SECTION 11 –
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
Here is a list of mild cleaners that may be used
safely :
• Car washing soap and water
• Glass cleaners without ammonia
• Mineral oil
• Multipurpose cleaners (such as Fantastik
®
,
Formula 409
®
, etc.)
The following products, compounds or solvents
must be
wiped off immediately to avoid
damage:
• Ammonia
• Brake fluid
• Bathroom basin, tub and tile cleaners
• Chlorine
• Ethyl alcohol
• Isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol
• Kerosene or gasoline
• Naphthalene
• ‘Pine’ type household cleaners
Do not use cleaners containing the following
products, compounds or solvents. These products
will damage the finish.
• Acetic acid
• Acetone (nail polish remover)
• Aromatic solvents (lacquer thinners)
• Benzene
• Butyl alcohol
EXTERIOR LIGHTS
Most Winnebago Industries vehicles have
polycarbonate lenses on exterior lamps, which
are very sensitive to a variety of chemical
solvents and cleaners.
Use only soap and water to clean exterior
lamp lenses– especially headlights!
• Contact with certain chemicals can cause
etching, ‘crazing’ or cracking of the lens,
which can significantly reduce the lens clarity
and effectiveness of the lamp and may require
replacement of the complete lamp housing.
• Some popular citric acid cleaners may cause
polycarbonate lenses to become ‘hazy’ or
‘foggy’.
• Do not use a pressure washer to clean
headlights.
• Inspect and operate the lights regularly to
confirm proper operation and mounting
condition.
INTERIOR SOFT GOODS
We recommend a weekly routine of
vacuuming all fabrics and carpet throughout the
motor home to prevent an accumulation of dirt
which can detract from the appearance and
shorten the life of carpet and fabrics.
Fabric Upholstery
Some fabrics used in this motor home may
contain fire retardant and lightfastness additives
which can be damaged by use of improper
cleaning products. Some water-based household
cleaning products are not formulated for use on
fabrics and may cause excessive shrinkage or
fading. Always test any cleaning product on a
hidden area of fabric before using on visible
areas. For best results, fabric cleaning should be
referred to a professional carpet and upholstery
cleaner.
NOTE: To minimize fading of upholstery, carpets
and other interior fabrics caused by
excessive sunlight, the drapes, blinds or
CAUTION
DO NOT use citrus based cleaners on
polycarbonate finishes.
Citric compounds will damage the high-
gloss surface, causing it to appear dull or
‘flat’.
Always test a cleaning product on a
hidden area to be sure it will not cause
damage to the appearance of the part.