11-5
SECTION 11 –
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
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The front end mask must be thoroughly dry
before storing or reinstalling on the front of
the vehicle.
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When reinstalling the mask, ensure both the
mask and the painted surface are free of debris
to avoid damage by abrasion.
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Failure to follow recommendations will void
any paint warranty.
HEADLIGHTS AND EXTERIOR
LIGHTS
Exterior Light Lenses
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.
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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
bicarbonate lenses to become “hazy” or
“foggy”.
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Do not use a pressure washer to clean
headlights.
•
Inspect and operate the lights regularly to
confirm proper operation and mounting
condition.
Headlight Moisture
Your coach is equipped with composite
headlights, which contain replaceable halogen
“bulb” elements, common to most current
automobiles. This type of lamp assembly is not
sealed from the atmosphere and is designed with
a moisture venting system.
Because they are not sealed, under “dew
point” conditions the headlights may exhibit
signs of humidity condensation on the reflector
surface and lens, such as small droplets of water
or “fogging over”.
If this happens, drive with the headlights on so
the moisture can evaporate and expel through the
venting system designed into the headlamp
assembly.
PLASTIC PARTS – CLEANING
Many parts in your vehicle, such as the dash,
exterior light lenses, and certain exterior body
panels are made of high-impact plastic materials
that can be damaged by wiping with solvents or
improper cleaning products.
Always try cleaning plastic parts with the
mildest cleaners first and work your way up to
stronger cleaning products. Use the following
cautionary lists as a guide when selecting
cleaning products to use on plastic parts.
Here is a list of mild cleaners that
may be used
safely
:
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Car washing soap and water
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Glass cleaners
without
ammonia
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Mineral oil
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Multipurpose cleaners (such as Fantastik
®
,
Formula 409
®
, etc.)
The following products, compounds, or solvents
must be
wiped off immediately
to avoid
damage:
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Ammonia
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Brake fluid
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Bathroom basin, tub, and tile cleaners
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Chlorine
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Ethyl alcohol
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Isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol
NOTICE
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.
