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MAINTENANCE (Continued)
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES FOR POLYCARBONATE
WINDOWS
Cleaning Instructions
DO NOT USE GASOLINE
Adherence to regular and proper
cleaning procedures is recommended
to preserve appearance and performance.
Washing to Minimize Scratching
Wash polycarbonate windows with a mild dish washing liquid detergent and lukewarm water, using a clean
soft sponge or a soft cloth. Rinse well with clean water. Dry thoroughly with a moist cellulose sponge to
prevent water spots. Do not scrub or use brushes on these windows. Also, do not use butyl cellosolve in
direct sunlight.
Fresh paint splashes and grease can be removed easily before drying by rubbing lightly with a good
grade of VM&P naphtha or isopropyl alcohol. Afterward, a warm final wash should be made, using a mild
dish washing liquid detergent solution and ending with a thorough rinsing with clean water.
Minimizing Hairline Scratches
Scratches and minor abrasions can be minimized by using a mild automobile polish. Three such
products that tend to polish and fill scratches are Johnson paste Wax, Novus Plastic Polish #1 and #2,
and Mirror Glaze plastic polish (M.G. M10). It is suggested that a test be made on a corner of the
polycarbonate window with the product selected following the polish manufacturer's instructions.
Some Important "DON'TS"
♦ DO NOT use abrasive or highly alkaline cleaners on the polycarbonate windows.
♦ Never scrape polycarbonate windows with squeegees, razor blades or other sharp
instruments.
♦ Benzene, gasoline, acetone or carbon tetrachloride should NEVER be used on polycarbonate
windows.
♦ DO NOT clean polycarbonate windows in hot sun or at elevated temperatures.
Graffiti Removal
• Butyl cellosolve, (for removal of paints, marking pen inks, lipstick, etc.)
• The use of masking tape, adhesive tape or lint removal tools works well for lifting off old
weathered paints.
• To remove labels, stickers, etc., the use of kerosene, VM&P naphtha or petroleum spirits is
generally effective. When the solvent will not penetrate stickier material, apply heat (hair
dryer) to soften the adhesive and promote removal.
GASOLINE SHOULD NOT BE USED!