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TIFFIN MOTORHOMES
–ALLEGRO®
Chapter 13
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
13-2
Washing
Since 2003, Volatile Organic Compound regulations (formulated
by EPA) prohibit the use of lead in paint. Lead made paint quite
hard to prevent oxidation. Since 2003, paint manufacturing
companies have had to find a new base for their
paints. The paint on your Tiffin motor home has a polyurethane
base called Diamont. While multiple layers of clear coat sealants
protect the paint against oxidation, the sealant must be
protected from deterioration or the paint will oxidize faster than
the lead based paints of prior years.
Paint manufacturers advise against using harsh cleaners such as
Simple Green, Mr. Clean, or liquid dish washing soaps. The
degreasing agents in these cleaners leave a residue on the
sealant, which soften and damage the clear coat in time. It’s akin
to the sticky residue felt on a linoleum floor after cleaning the
floor with any heavy duty, degreasing cleaner.
Baby shampoo provides an effective yet gentle cleaner. Without the typical heavy degreasers of most detergents, baby
shampoo cleans without fear of leaving a residue to gum up the clear coat finish. Generally one ounce (1 oz.) is all you
need per five gallon bucket of water. Also, add one-half to one cup of food grade distilled white vinegar to your wash
bucket. If your water is soft, one-half cup is sufficient. Hard water requires a full cup per five gallon bucket.
Vinegar serves a two-fold purpose. First, it boosts the cleaning ability of the baby shampoo so you don’t need as much.
Second, food grade vinegar is made from grain and slightly acidic. The naturally occurring acid neutralizes the alkaline
in the water to prevent water spots from forming. Make certain your jug of vinegar states “food grade” or “made for
pickles,” otherwise it may be made from petroleum.
Sliding manufacturers for years have recommended using 100% cotton pads like Sof Wash for washing. Since the
introduction of the new lead free paints, lambswool, even softer than cotton, is now recommended. Tiffin Motorhomes
uses the lambswool pad carried by Mary Moppins. It allows you to safely wash your coach from the ground.
Important
Damage caused by improperly performed maintenance or inadequate maintenance
is not covered by your Tiffin Motorhomes Limited Warranty.
Figure 13-1. Exterior of Allegro (Typical
Exterior Care
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