Tiffin Motorhomes WAYFARER 2021, Руководство пользователя

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ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
NOTICE: Damage caused by improperly performed maintenance or inadequate
maintenance is not covered by your Tiffin Motorhomes limited warranty.
WASHING YOUR MOTORHOME
The paint on your Tiffin Wayfarer motorhome has
a polyurethane base called Diamont. While
multiple layers of clear coats sealants protect the
paint against oxidation, the sealant must be
protected from deterioration.
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 will soften and damage the clear coat over
time.
Figure 125.1
Wayfarer Exterior
Baby shampoo provides an effective yet gentle cleaner. Without the typical heavy degreasers
of most detergents, baby shampoo cleans without leaving a residue to gum up the clear coat
finish. Usually one ounce (1 oz.) is all you need per five gallons of water. Add one cup of food
grade distilled white vinegar to your wash bucket.
Tiffin Motorhomes recommends the lamb's wool pad sold by Mary Moppins or other wool pad
manufacturers. This allows you to safely wash your coach from the ground by placing the pad
on an extension rod.
Do not mistake lamb's wool with imitations. Imitation pads are made from 100% polyester,
which is really plastic. Plastic imitations will scratch the finish of the motorhome. For this
same reason avoid microfiber products to wash or dry your motorhome, furniture or cabinets.
Microfiber is made from 80% polyester.
Avoid washing with brushes. Even though you may not see brush marks now, the damage will
happen as the bristles wear down.
Use only 100% cotton towels to dry your vehicle. Adding vinegar to your wash water and
washing in the morning or evening will help to prevent water spots. Water spots damage the
exterior of your coach the same way they damage glass shower doors. They etch their way
into the surface and removal becomes difficult. Prevention becomes the key.
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