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GENERAL - Continued

CAUTION

Do not direct high-pressure water stream at glass surfaces, seals, air intake,

exhaust outlet, or any other component of vehicle that could be easily

damaged by high-pressure water stream. Failure to comply may result in

damage to equipment.

Do not use high pressure water or steam to clean interior of vehicle. Failure

to comply may result in damage to equipment.

Do not use strong detergent or abrasive. Failure to comply may result in

damage to equipment.

Do not allow cleaning compounds to come into contact with rubber, vinyl, or

canvas materials. Failure to comply may result in damage to equipment.

Do not allow corrosion-removing cleaning compounds to contact painted

surfaces. Failure to comply may result in damage to equipment.

Do not use compressed air in cleaning cab interior. Failure to comply may

result in damage to equipment.

Do not steam clean any part of vehicle that has been rustproofed. Failure to

comply may result in damage to equipment.

Mildew must be removed with a bristle brush before canvas can be properly

cleaned and aired. Failure to comply may result in damage to equipment.

The radiator is always cleaned first from behind with low pressure water or

air in order to blow debris, insects, or other obstructions out and away from

the radiator core. Failure to comply may result in damage to equipment.

NOTE

Detailed description of specific cleaning compounds, cleaning solvents, dry

cleaning solutions, and corrosion-removing compounds are found in TM 9-

247.

Table 1, General Cleaning Instructions, provides a general guideline to

cleaning materials used in removing contaminants from various vehicle

surfaces.

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