Preparing Convertible Top For Hot-Steam Cleaning

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Typical creases on the convertible top

Technical Data: Hot-steam cleaner

• Total output: 1, 500 watts
• Steam output: 850 watts
• Working pressure: 4 bar

Information 

Hot-steam cleaning can reduce or remove shiny spots and creases.

1. Hot-steam cleaning.
   1. 1.1 Recommendation:  Use the ceramic cleaner attachment.

      When using the ceramic cleaner attachment: Place the attachment on the convertible top covering without pressure and move it over the convertible top covering in slow, even strokes as you would when ironing fabric.

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      Using ceramic cleaner attachment

   2. 1.2 Alternatively:  Use the nozzle attachment.

      When using the nozzle attachment: Maintain a distance of approx. 50 mm to 100 mm from the convertible top. Move the attachment over the convertible top covering in slow, even strokes as you would when ironing fabric.

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      Using nozzle attachment

2. Close the convertible top and leave it to dry following hot-steam cleaning.

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   Let the convertible top dry completely before use.

3. Impregnate the convertible top with convertible top care product from the Tequipment care case, Cabriolet  .

   Spray convertible top care product evenly and lightly from a distance of approx. 10 to 20 cm. Do not spray on glass, polyglass or painted surfaces and protect these surfaces from spray mist. Apply 2 or 3 times to seams if necessary. Only spray for a few seconds. Leave to dry off well following application. Do not apply in strong sunlight or on heated surfaces.