SECTION 8 CESSNA
AIRPLANE HANDLING, SERVICE MODEL T182T NAV III
AND MAINTENANCE GFC 700 AFCS
U.S.
CLEANING AND CARE (Continued)
PAINTED SURFACES
The painted exterior surfaces of your new Cessna have a durable, long
lasting finish.
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 corrosion or scratches should never be used. Remove stubborn
oil and grease with a cloth moistened with Stoddard solvent. Take
special care to make sure that the exterior graphics are not touched by
the solvent. For complete care of exterior graphics, refer to the
Maintenance Manual.
To seal any minor surface chips or scratches and protect against
corrosion, the airplane should be waxed regularly with a good
automotive wax applied in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions. If the airplane is operated in a seacoast or other salt water
environment, it must be washed and waxed more frequently to assure
adequate protection. Special care should be taken to seal around rivet
heads and skin laps, which are the areas most susceptible to corrosion.
A heavier coating of wax on the leading edges of the wings and tail and
on the cowl nose cap and propeller spinner will help reduce the
abrasion encountered in these areas. Reapplication of wax will
generally be necessary after cleaning with soap solution or after
chemical deicing operations.
When the airplane is parked outside in cold climates and it is necessary
to remove ice before flight, care should be taken to protect the painted
surfaces during ice removal with chemical liquids. Isopropyl alcohol will
satisfactorily remove ice accumulations without damaging the paint.
However, keep the isopropyl alcohol away from the windshield and
cabin windows since it will attack the plastic and may cause it to craze.
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