SCHEMPP-HIRTH FLUGZEUGBAU GmbH., KIRCHHEIM/TECK
Ventus-2c FLIGHT MANUAL
8.5 Cleaning and care
Although the surface coating of a composite aircraft is robust and resistant,
always take care of a perfect surface.
For cleaning and caring the following is recommended:
• Clean the surface (especially the leading edge of wing panels, horizontal
stabilizer and fin) with clear water, a sponge and a chamois leather.
• Do not use too often rinsing additives common in trade.
• Polish and polishing materials may be used.
• Petrol and alcohol may be used momentarily only, thinners of all kinds are
not recommended.
• Never use chlorine hydrogen (i.e. Tri, Tetra, Per etc.).
• The best polishing method is the buffing of the surface by means of an
edge buffing wheel, fitted to a drilling or polishing machine. Thereby hard
wax is applied to the rotating disc and distributed crosswise over the
surface.
WARNING
To avoid a local overheating, the buffing wheel should be
moved constantly
• For cleaning those fuselage and tailplane areas that are facing the wake of
the propeller, the use of a water soluble degreaser (e.g. FLEET - MAGIC
EXTRA by Messrs. Chemsearch) is recommended.
November 2003
Revision -- 8.5.1
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