7-28. CLEANING
General cleaning of oil and dirt deposits from the helicopter and it’s
components is accomplished by using dry-cleaning solvents,
standard commercial grade kerosene, or a solution of detergent soap
and water.
Exceptions that must be observed are specified in the following
cleaning paragraphs.
CAUTION
Some commercial cleaning agents, such as readily available
household cleaners, contain chemicals that can cause corrosive
action and/or leave residue that can result in corrosion. Never
use cleaners with a pH over 11.0 to clean aluminum.
7-29. CLEANING FUSELAGE, INTERIOR TRIM AND UPHOLSTERY
Clean dirt or dust accumulations from floor, and other metal
surfaces, with vacuum cleaner or small hand brush.
Sponge soiled upholstery and trim panels with a mild soap and warm
water solution. Avoid complete soaking of upholstery and trim
panels. Wipe solution residue from upholstery with cloth dampened
with clean water.
Remove imbedded grease or dirt from upholstery and carpeting by
sponging or wiping with an upholstery cleaning solvent
recommended for the fabric being cleaned (nylon, vinyl, etc. as
applicable).
NOTE:
If necessary, seat upholstery may be thoroughly
dry-cleaned with solvent. When complete dry-cleaning is
performed, upholstery must re-flameproofed in compliance with
Federal Aviation Regulation Part 27.
Handling, Servicing & Maint.
Pilot's Flight Manual
Schweizer RSG, LLC.
Model
269D
Helicopter
7-36
Reissued:
16
Jan 2019
Book 3.indd 198
8/4/19 1:25 PM