H
ANDLING
, S
ERVICE AND
M
AINTENANCE
R
EVISION
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D
ATE
:
12/29/04
P
AGE
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43
Copyright
2004 Glasair Aviation, LLC Arlington, Washington All rights reserved
Wash the fuselage in the same manner as the aluminum wings and tail
surfaces, and then apply a high-quality automotive paste wax to help
prevent gel coat oxidation. We recommend avoiding the use of waxes
containing silicon. Silicon is very difficult to remove from a surface,
even with solvents such as acetone, and its presence may inhibit a
good bond in the event that airframe repair or gel coat touch-up is
necessary.
7-9.9 W
INDSHIELD AND
W
INDOWS
Keep the windshield and door window Plexiglas clean, and wax it with
a Plexiglas polish such as Mirrorglaze. To prevent scratches, wash the
windows carefully with plenty of mild soap and water solution, using
the palm of the hand to feel and dislodge dirt and mud. A soft cloth,
chamois or sponge may be used but only to carry water to the surface.
Rinse thoroughly and then dry with a clean moist chamois. Rubbing
the surface of the plastic with a dry cloth builds up an electrostatic
charge which attracts dust particles in the air.
Remove oil and grease with a cloth moistened with isopropyl alcohol.
Never use gasoline, benzene, alcohol, acetone, carbon tetrachloride,
lacquer thinner or glass cleaner. These materials will soften the plastic
and may cause it to craze.
After a thorough cleaning, wax the surface with a good grade of
commercial wax (Mirrorglaze or similar). The wax will fill in minor
scratches and help prevent further scratching. Apply a thin, even coat
of wax and bring it to a high polish by rubbing lightly with a clean, dry,