Flying Cloud - Airstream

CLEANING
Exterior Skin
As a general rule of thumb we recommend the trailer be washed about every
four weeks and waxed in the spring and fall. In coastal and industrial areas
cleaning and waxing should be done on a more frequent schedule. When traveling
through winter weather all road treatment chemicals should be removed
immediately.
notice: ABRASIVE POLISHES OR CLEANING SOLVENTS SUCH AS
AUTOMATIC DISHWASHER OR ACID ETCH CLEANERS ARE TOO STRONG
AND SHOULD NEVER BE USED. RINSE ALL GRIT FROM SURFACE PRIOR
TO WASHING. Use soft rags or wash mitts always moving lengthwise
with the trailer. NEVER rub hard on the coating. Even the softest rag will
damage the coating if excessive pressure is applied.
ALWAYS CLEAN YOUR TRAILER IN THE SHADE OR ON A CLOUDY DAY WHEN
THE ALUMINUM SKIN IS COOL. Oil, grease, dust and dirt may be removed by
washing with any mild non-abrasive soap or detergent. Cleaning should be
followed by a thorough clean water rinse. Drying the unit with a chamois or a
soft cloth may prevent spots and streaks. WHEN WASHING OR POLISHING
YOUR TRAILER, ALWAYS WIPE “WITH” THE GRAIN OF THE METAL.
Exterior
After cleaning and drying, a good grade of nonabrasive automotive paste or
liquid wax will increase the life of the finish, especially in coastal areas where
the finish is exposed to salt air or in polluted industrial areas. It will also protect
the shell from minor scratches and make subsequent cleaning easier.
It is important to remove sap, gum, resin, asphalt, etc. as soon as possible after
they appear by washing and waxing. Sunlight and time will bake-harden these
materials making them almost impossible to remove without heavy buffing. If
asphalt remains on the trailer after washing, use a small amount of kerosene on
a rag and wipe the spots individually, being careful not to scratch the finish.
If a substance is found on the coating that cannot be removed by normal washing
procedures, Airstream recommends using DX 330 Acryli-Clean made by
PPG Industries. Follow all directions and warnings on the product container.
Acryli-Clean should be used by trained personnel only, using the proper equipment
under controlled conditions. Use the Acryli-Clean as sparingly as possible
to remove glue, tar, and other similar substance.
To keep your trailer looking new, paint the “A’ frame, LPG tanks, and rear
frame periodically.
It is recommended that the caulking and sealant used in external seams and
joints such as end shell segments and around window frames, light bezels,
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