SPOT CLEANING

TM 10-1670-286-20 EXRACTION LINE PANEL 0003 00 SERVICE AND REPAIR FOR EXTRACTION LINE PANEL 0003 00-2 SPOT CLEANING WARNING Due to flammable properties and nylon damaging substances, cleaning solvents other than tetrachloroethylene will not be used in the spot cleaning of Airdrop equipment. Tetrachloroethylene will only be used in areas where substantial ventilation is available. Repeated or prolonged inhalation of the solvent vapors can be harmful to health. In addition, avoid prolonged or repeated contact of the solvent fluid with areas of the skin. Tetrachloroethylene must not be taken internally. CAUTION If, during cleaning, there exist a possibility that the substance to be removed contains acid or some other equally destructive ingredient, the item will be evacuated to a direct support maintenance activity for determination as to the nature of the substance and item disposition. If the substance cannot be identified the applicable item will be condemned. a. Tetrachloroethylene. (1) Spot clean by rubbing the soiled area with a clean cloth dampened with Tetrachloroethylene. (2) Rinse the cleaned area by repeating the rubbing process with the clean portion of the cloth dampened with the cleaning solvent. (3) Do not wring out the rinsed area if an excess amount of cleaning solvent is applied. Allow the item to dry thoroughly. b. Dishwashing compound. (1) Add one-half cup of hand dishwashing compound dissolved in one gallon of warm water. (2) Rinse the cleaning area with fresh clear water and allow to dry thoroughly. (3) Do not wring out the material, which has been cleaned and rinsed.