Here are some cleaning tips:
Always read the instructions on the cleaner label.
Clean up stains as soon as you can
-
before
they set.
Carefully scrape
off
any excess stain.
Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean
area often. A soft brush may be used
if
stains are
stubborn.
If a ring forms on fabric after spot cleaning, clean the
entire area immediately or it will set.
Using Cleaner on Fabric
1.
Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt.
2.
Always clean a whole trim panel or section.
Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines.
3.
Follow the directions
on
the container label.
4.
Apply cleaner with a clean sponge. Don’t saturate
the material and don’t rub
it
roughly.
5.
As soon as you’ve cleaned the section, use a
sponge to remove any excess cleaner.
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
Stains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black),
egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk,
soft drinks, vomit, urine
and blood can be removed as follows:
1.
Carefully scrape off excess stain, then sponge the
soiled area with cool water.
2.
If
a stain remains, follow the cleaner instructions
3.
If
an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine,
described earlier.
treat the area with a watedbaking soda solution:
1
teaspoon
(5
ml) of baking soda to
1
cup
(250
ml)
of lukewarm water.
4. Let dry.
Stains caused by candy, ice cream, mayonnaise, chili
sauce and unknown stains can be removed as follows:
1.
Carefully scrape off excess stain.
2.
Clean with cool water and allow to dry completely.
3.
If
a stain remains, follow the cleaner instructions
described earlier.
6.
Wipe cleaned area with a clean, water-dampened
7.
Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry.
towel or cloth.
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