11-5
SECTION 11
MAINTENANCE & 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
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
shades should be closed when the motor
home is parked for an extended period of
time.
Leather Upholstery
–If Equipped
(not available on all models)
The optional leather seats are made of top
quality cattle hide leather.
•
We recommend using a mild soap with water
applied gently to the solid areas. Buff dry
immediately with a soft cloth to avoid water
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.
WARNING
When cleaning upholstery and fabric, do
not use lacquer thinner, nail polish
remover, laundry soaps, or bleach. Never
use carbon tetrachloride, gasoline, or
naphthalene for any cleaning purpose.
These materials may cause damage to
the material being cleaned and most are
highly flammable.
