Pilot’s Operating Handbook Section 8
EXTRA 500 Handling, Servicing and Maintenance
8.5.e Air
Note For tire pressures and wheel dimensions, refer to Section 2
of this handbook.
Check wheel tire pressure as well as condition of tires, prior to
each flight.
8.6 Cleaning and Care
8.6.a Windshield-Windows
The acrylic windshield and windows should be cleaned with an
aircraft windshield cleaner. Apply the cleaner sparingly with
soft cloths, and rub with moderate pressure until all dirt, oil
scum and bug stains are removed. Allow the cleaner to dry, then
wipe it off with soft flannel cloths.
Caution Never use gasoline, benzene, alcohol, acetone, fire
extinguisher or anti-ice fluid, lacquer thinner or glass
cleaner to clean plastic. These materials will attack the
plastic and may cause it to craze.
Follow by carefully washing with a mild detergent and plenty of
water. Rinse thoroughly, then dry with a clean moist chamois.
Do not rub the plastic with a dry cloth since this builds up an
electrostatic charge which attracts dust. Waxing with a good
commercial wax will finish the cleaning job. A thin, even coat
of wax, polished out by hand with clean soft flannel cloths, will
fill in minor scratches and help prevent further scratching. Do
not use a canvas cover on the windshield unless freezing rain or
sleet is anticipated since the cover may scratch the plastic
surface.
26. January 2011 8-11
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