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2-21. CLEANING.
2-22. CLEANING ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
Before cleaning the engine compartment, place a strip of tape on the magneto vents to prevent any
solvent from entering these units.
a. Place a large pan under the engine to catch waste.
CAUTION: DO NOT SPRAY SOLVENT INTO THE GENERATOR OR ALTERNATOR,
STARTER AND AIR INTAKES.
b. With the engine cowling removed, spray or brush the engine with solvent or a mixture of solvent
and de-greaser, as desired. It may be necessary to brush areas that were sprayed where heavy grease
and dirt deposits have collected in order to clean them.
c. Allow the solvent to remain on the engine from 5 to 10 minutes, then rinse the engine clean with
additional solvent and allow to dry.
CAUTION: DO NOT OPERATE ENGINE UNTIL EXCESS SOLVENT HAS EVAPORATED OR
OTHERWISE BEEN REMOVED.
d. Remove the protective covers from the magnetos.
e. Lubricate controls, bearing surfaces, etc., per Lubrication Chart.
2-23. CLEANING LANDING GEAR.
a. Struts and Torque Links
Before cleaning the landing gear struts and torque links, place a plastic cover or similar material
over the wheel and brake assembly.
1. Place a pan under the gear to catch waste.
2. Spray (low pressure only) or brush the gear area with solvent or a mixture of solvent and de-
greaser, as desired. It may be necessary to brush areas that were sprayed where heavy grease
and dirt deposits have collected in order to clean them.
3. Allow the solvent to remain on the gear from 5 to 10 minutes. Rinse the gear with additional
solvent and allow to dry.
4. Remove the cover from the wheel and remove the catch pan.
5. Lubricate the gear per Lubrication Chart.
b. Wheels and Brakes
CAUTION: DO NOT USE HIGH PRESSURE SPRAY WASH EQUIPMENT. ITS USE CAN
INJECT SOAP SOLUTION AND WATER INTO THE WHEEL BEARINGS AND
OTHER INTERNAL CAVITIES RESULTING IN CORROSION AND REDUCED
SERVICE LIFE.
1. Hand wash wheels and brakes with a mild soap and water solution.
2. Rinse with low-pressure spray.
3. Lubricate gear per Lubrication Chart, Section II, if not already done, above.
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2-24. CLEANING EXTERIOR SURFACES. The airplane should be washed with a mild
soap and water. Harsh abrasive or alkaline soaps or detergents used on painted or plastic sur-
faces could make scratches or cause corrosion of metal surfaces. Cover areas where cleaning
solution could cause damage. To wash the airplane, the following procedure may be used:
a. Flush away loose dirt with water.
b. Apply cleaning solution with a rag, sponge or soft bristle brush.
c. To remove stubborn oil and grease, use a cloth dampened with naptha.
d. Where exhaust stains exist, allow solution to remain on the surface longer.
e. Any good automotive wax may be used to preserve the painted surfaces. Soft cleaning
cloths or a chamois should.be used to prevent scratches when cleaning or polishing. A heavier
coating of wax on the leading surfaces will reduce the abrasion problems in these areas.
2-25. CLEANING WINDSHIELD AND WINDOWS.
a. Remove dirt, mud, etc., from exterior surface with clean water.
b. Wash with mild soap and warm water or an aircraft plastic cleaner. Use a soft cloth or
sponge using a straight rubbing motion. Do not harshly rub surfaces.
c. Remove oil and grease with a cloth moistened with kerosene.
NOTE
Do not use gasoline, alcohol, benzene, carbon tetrachloride,
thinner, acetone, or window cleaning sprays.
d. After cleaning plastic surfaces, apply a thin coat of hard polishing wax. Rub lightly
with a soft cloth. Do not use a circular motion.
e. A severe scratch or mar in plastic can be removed by using jeweler's rouge to rub out
the scratch. Smooth both sides and apply wax.
f. To improve visibility through windshield and windows during flights through rain, a
rain repellent such as REPCON should be applied to the windshield and windows. The sur-
faces of the windshield and windows treated becomes so smooth that water beads up and
readily flows off the surface. Apply this product in accordance with the manufacturer's instruc-
tions. (Refer to Table 11-11. Consumable Materials, for Specifications and Manufacturer's
address.)
2-26. CLEANING HEADLINER, SIDE PANELS AND SEATS.
a. Clean headliner, side panels and seats with a stiff bristle brush and vacuum where
necessary.
b. Soiled upholstery, except leather, may be cleaned by using an approved air type
cleaner or foam upholstery cleaner. Carefully follow the manufacturer's instructions. Avoid
soaking or harsh rubbing.
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WARNING: SOLVENT CLEANERS REQUIRE ADEQUATE VENTILATION.
c. Leather material should be cleaned with saddle soap or a mild soap and water.
2-27. CLEANING CARPETS. Use a small wisk broom or vacuum to remove dirt. For soiled spots,
use a non-inflammable dry-cleaning fluid.
2-28. REPAINTING (Polythane Enamel). If it becomes necessary or desirable to repaint the aircraft, the
following procedures will apply (PA-23-250 [six place] Aztec).
a. Wash the area to be painted thoroughly. It is not necessary to strip the previous coating, unless it is
desired, use an appropriate stripper.
2-29. SCRATCH TOUCH UP ON ALUMINUM SURFACE.
a. "Feather-Edge" the surface with fine wet or dry paper (400-600 grit).
b. If gouges are deep, fill with polyester or epoxy filler. Sand lightly.
c. Apply a coat of Epoxy Primer (8951/8678). Dry overnight and sand lightly. (For Piper Part No.
refer to Table II-VII.)
d. Apply a Polythane Enamel.
2-30. COATING PROCEDURE FOR NEW ALUMINUM PANEL-NON ALODIZED.
a. Thoroughly clean all contaminants from surface: solvent wash with industrial grade MEK or
Titanine Ti-Two Cleaning Thinner.
NOTE: Deoxidiene 624 or equal is recommended but not required.
b. Apply V-48 Wash Primer.
c. Apply either Epoxy Primer (8951)/Epoxy Converter 8678 or Polythane (6351) Urethane Primer.
d. Topcoat with Polythane Enamel.
2-31. COATING PROCEDURE FOR ALODIZED ALUMINUM.
a. Thoroughly clean all contaminants from surface; solvent wash with industrial grade MEK or
Titanine Ti-Two Cleaning Thinner.
b. Apply either Epoxy Primer/Converter, or Polythane Urethane Primer.
c. Topcoat with Polyurethane Enamel.
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2-32. MIXl'\G l'\STRUCTIONS FOR PRIMERS AND TOPCOATS.
2-33. V-48 WASH PRIMER.
NOTE
Never use Polytane Enamel directly over V-48 without an in-
termediate primer.
a. Agitate the primer well.
b. While stirring slowly add 1 volume of catalyst to 4 volumes of Primer. DO NOT
REVERSE THIS PROCEDURE.
c. Reduce the above mixture with I/ 2 (by volume) of LT 327 Thinner.
2-34. EPOXY PRIMER.
a. Mix equal volumes of Epoxy Primer (8951) and Converter (8678). Allow mixture to
stand at least 20 minutes before spraying.
NOTE
The pot life of the mixture is 16 hours at 70°-75° F. Approxi-
mate spreading rate is 400 Sq. Ft. per gallon of mixture (a).
b. Allow to dry overnight before sanding and recoating with Polytane Enamel.
2-35. POL YTANE 6351 PRIMER. .
a. Mix 4 volumes of Primer (6351) with I volume of Polytane Catalyst (6352).
b. Reduce this mixture with L T-345 Polytane Reducer, approx. 50%.
NOTE
One gallon of mixed material will cover approximately 300
square feet. Pot life of mixed material is 6-8 hours at 75° F.
Allow to dry overnight before light sanding and recoating with
Polytane Enamel.
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TABLE II-Vil. PAIJ\'.T MATERIALS
Piper Part No. Titanine No. Description
* V-48 Wash Primer Kit
* LT 327 Wash Primer Reducer
* 3022 Ti-Two Cleaning Solvent
170-139 8905-A Epoxy Reducer
170-729 8951 Epoxy Primer
170-825 8678 Epoxy Converter
170-735 6351 Polytane Primer
179-141 6350 Polytane Reducer
170-807 6352 Polytane Catalyst
*No Piper number assigned.
2-36. MIXING INSTRUCTIONS FOR POL YTANE ENAMEL.
2-37. POLYTANE ENAMEL ALL COLORS.
a. Mix 4 volumes of Polytane Enamel with I volume of Polytane (6352) Catalyst. Up to
10% of 6350 Polytane Reducer may be added to adjust viscosity for spray.
b. Spray a mist coat, allow 20 minutes setting time, follow with a full wet coat.
NOTE
Pot life of mixed material is 8 hours at 75° F. Allow Polytane
Enamel to dry 10 hours minimum before taping. The universal
mixing ratio of all colors makes it possible to intermix any
combination of POL YT ANE colors before catalyzing mix-
ture. This is an aid to those wishing to mix their own special
colors. For technical information.phone Titanine (201) 933-
1000.
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