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Brillianize Plastic Cleaner
Gently cleans all plastics that have a hard shiny and non-absorbent surface without scratching. It leaves a lustrous shine that resists fogging, repels dust & resist finger prints. Anti static and anti fog properties are also helpful on face shields. Brillianize lets you clean & glaze in one step.
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Novus Scratch Removers
Novus#2 Fine Scratch Remover:
*Novus Scratch Removers are not for use on coated plastics or
eyeglass lenses.
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Plastic
Care and Cleaning:
It's best to first soak the
AeroScreen, HeadLight Cover, Wings, etc. with water to loosen
bugs, tar, dried mud, etc before washing. You can use a mild
soap, such as Dawn dish washing solution and warm water or a
cleaner made specifically for use on plastic. We've had great
success using "Brillianize® Plastic Cleaner/Polish" for both
in-house production and personal use. Brillianize is non-toxic,
contains No Ammonia or Alcohol, and is an Anti-Static.
Removing Scratches:
Novus #2 Restore and
Refinish. Removes fine scratches, haziness and abrasions from
most plastics.
Novus #3 Repair and Prepare.
Removes most heavy scratches and abrasions from plastics.
Novus not recommended for use
on coated plastics.
Carnuba Wax, Glazes,
etc:
If needed, fill any swirl marks with a water
soluble glaze. Since glazes are water-soluble they need to be
sealed with a hard paste wax - not a liquid wax. We recommend
using a hard, Carnuba paste wax on the plastic to protect from
minor scratches. Plus, it's good for repelling rain. Waxing the
screen helps keep it from drying out which prolongs the life of
the plastic.
Plastic Care "DON'TS:
Never use Ammonia-based
cleaners, ie; Windex, to clean plastic. It will attack the
plastic, make it brittle and will "fog" or make the plastic
semi-opaque.
Never use harsh chemicals,
detergents, or powdered cleansers to clean plastic. Chemicals
such as Simple Green, Detergents and powdered etch and dry out
plastic making it brittle.
Never wipe a dry windscreen
or use paper towels. Doing either of these will scratch your
windscreen. Use a clean, dry cloth, preferably a poly-cloth, old
cloth diaper, or soft terry cloth hand towel.
Never use gas station
squeegees or windshield cleaner! The squeegee will scratch the
plastic and the cleaner can etch the plastic making it hazy and
brittle. Again, never use paper towels or squeegees
Cleaning on the road:
Never use gas station sponge or squeegees used for car glass.
The sponge usually has a fiber netting on it that will scratch
the plastic. Never use paper towels for cleaning screens, as
they too will scratch the plastic. Warm, soapy water with a
sponge or soft terry cloth towel will remove most dirt and bugs
from the plastic. We always carry 2 soft wash cloths with us
while on the road. One wet, carried in a resealable bag, for
washing & the other for drying. We also carry a small bottle or
single use pouch of plastic cleaner and polish.
Tar and Bug Removal:
Never use ammonia-based cleaners, carb cleaners, gasoline or
kerosene on AeroFlow plastic. Never allow brake fluid to come in
contact with AeroFlow plastic. 3-M™ Corporation makes several
Tar & Bug Removers for removing dried-on bugs or greasy stuff.
Their "Adhesive Remover-Citrus Based" comes in a 5oz. and
18.5oz. aerosol container and their "Bug, Tar and Adhesive
Remover" comes in a 1 quart squeeze container which is good for
keeping in the garage.
Removing Scratches:
Deep scratches can usually be rubbed out with Novus® #3 Scratch
Remover. Most light scratches can be rubbed out with Novus #2,
which also removes dried-on bugs, some tar and grease.
This information is from our personal experience and a basic overview of how we clean and polish our personal screens. This is not an "Official" AeroFlow doctrine.