by someone experienced in handling uncured paint. Any Cessna Dealer
can accomplish this work.
Generally, the painted surfaces can be kept bright by washing with
water and mild soap, followed by a rinse with water and drying with cloths
or a chamois. Harsh or abrasive soaps or detergents which cause cor-
rosion or make scratches should never be used. Remove stubborn oil
and grease with a cloth moistened with Stoddard solvent.
Waxing is unnecessary to keep the painted surfaces bright. However,
if desired, the airplane may be waxed with a good automotive wax. A
heavier coating of wax on the leading edges of the wings and tail and on
the engine nose cap and propeller spinner will help reduce the abrasion
encountered in these areas.
ALUMINUM SURFACES.
The clad aluminum surfaces of your Cessna require only minimum care
to keep them bright and clean. The airplane may be washed with water to
remove dirt; oil and grease may be removed with gasoline, naphtha, car-
bon tetrachloride or other non-alkaline solvents. Dulled aluminum sur-
faces may be cleaned effectively with an aircraft aluminum polish.
After cleaning, and periodically thereafter, waxing with a good auto-
motive wax will preserve the bright appearance and retard corrosion.
Regular waxing is especially recommended for airplanes operated in salt
water areas as a protection against corrosion.
PROPELLER CARE.
Preflight inspection of propeller blades for nicks, and wiping them
occasionally with an oily cloth to clean off grass and bug stains will as-
sure long, trouble-free service. It is vital that small nicks on the blades,
particularly near the tips and on the leading edges, are dressed out as
soon as possible since these nicks produce stress concentrations, and if
ignored, may result in cracks. Never use an alkaline cleaner on the blades;
remove grease and dirt with carbon tetrachloride or Stoddard solvent.
INTERIOR CARE.
To remove dust and loose dirt from the upholstery, headliner, and
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