The vehicle has it’s own maintenance schedule as per the manufacturer. We do not advise conducting your own servicing and maintenance as this may void any warranties.

However, of particular importance with your vehicle is the cleanliness and serviceability of the canopy and equipment.

Dirt/oil and gunk that can be found beneath the pump system builds up over time. It is inevitable that minor spillages of dirty water and refuse will find its way onto the truck. However, regular maintenance and a cleaning schedule will help keep a pristine, presentable vehicle.

Remember, your vehicle is your office! It represents an image of you to your clients (and prospective future clients). A filthy vehicle will also find its way onto your uniforms, detracting from your personal presentation.

In the following table, we have provided a guideline to when you should conduct cleaning and maintenance of your vehicle and equipment:

Equipment	Cleaning	Maintenance Check	Time Required
Vehicle – Outside	Weekly	Weekly	1 hour
Vehicle – Cabin	Weekly	Weekly	20 mins
Subaru/Honda Trash Pump	Monthly	Monthly	2 hours
Vehicle Engine	As per manufacturers specifications

2.1 Caring for your Vehicle Wrap and Graphics

Caring for your vehicle wrap is very important. To keep your investment looking great we offer the following tips & suggestions:

2.1.1 Washing

Keep your vehicle clean! Hand washing your vehicle regularly with a soft, clean cloth or sponge is ideal. We recommend rinsing off as much dirt and grit as possible with a spray of water and using a wet, non-abrasive detergent such as 3M™ Car Wash Soap 39000 or Meguiar’s NXTGeneration® Car Wash or Deep Crystal® Car Wash.Rinse thoroughly with clean water and to reduce water spotting, immediately use a silicone squeegee to remove water before finishing with a clean microfiber cloth.

A high-pressure sprayer can be used on most vinyl wraps from a distance – keep the nozzle at least 300mm away from the surface and perpendicular (90 degrees) to the surface. It is critically important to never put the nozzle directly on your wrap or against a seam, as pressure washers obviously have a lot of power and the vinyl could rip or tear if blasted with a pressure washer from up close. Never use a high-pressure sprayer on the edges of a glass window that is wrapped in see-through one way vision film (perforated vinyl). The sprayer will likely blow the material off or at the very least cause damage the material.

Also, never take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with bristles as the bristles can damage your vinyl wrap.

Difficult contaminants such as bug splatter, bird droppings, tree sap and similar need to be softened by soaking them for several minutes with very hot, soapy water. Rinse thoroughly and dry. If further cleaning is needed we recommend using either Meguiar’s Gold Class™ Bug and Tar Remover or 3M™

Citrus Base Cleaner however it is advisable to test the product first in a small, inconspicuous area. Do not use rough scrubbing or abrasive tools as these will scratch the vinyl film. Wash and rinse off all residue immediately.

Fuel spills should always be wiped off, washed, rinsed and dried as soon as possible to avoid damage to the vinyl.

2.1.2 Film Restoration

To help keep your vehicle wrap looking great it is important to use the right products for the type of vinyl you have on your wrap. A gloss finish will require different treatment to a matte finish, and other products such as carbon fibre need to be treated different also. Here are our recommendations:

If you have a GLOSS finish on your wrap you can hand wax your vehicle with a polymer based wax. Under no circumstances use an electric buff! Waxing your vehicle at least once every 3 months will help keep your wrap protected from the elements. The waxes we suggest you use are 3M™ Perfect-it Show Car Paste Wax 39526, Meguiar’s Gold Class Carnuaba Plus Premium Liquid or Turtle Wax Ice.

If you have a MATTE or SATIN finish on your wrap, we recommend using an isopropyl alcohol and water mixture (ratio 2:1) as a quick detailer. Matte wraps (especially white)can be difficult to maintain as oil is almost impossible to remove and dirt can build up on the surface area quickly. The best product that we have found for these types of finishes is made by Croftgate and is called Wrap Care JP-Matte. This product is perfected suited for matte vinyl wraps. It safely and effectively cleans oil and dirt from the surface as well as adding a protective layer that keeps oil and dirt from building up on the surface for months while, at the same time, keeps the film from drying out. If unavailable another product that can be used is Simple Green® All-Purpose Cleaner, but be sure to test this on a small area first.

If your car is wrapped with carbon fibre or a brushed metal texture type of vinyl, we have found that using 3M Tire Restorer or Meguiar’s Natural Shine Protectant can be a great aid in keeping your wrap looking its best. Meguiar’s Ultimate Black Plastic Restorer can also be used successfully on black carbon fiber finishes such as 3M’s 1080-CF12. These types of surfaces need to be treated with great care due to the textured nature of the vinyl film.

Please note that if you have a professional detailer take care of your vehicle make sure the cleaning products and wax they use is safe for the type of vinyl that your car is wrapped with.

2.1.3 Storage

Try to park your vehicle in a garage or undercover whenever possible as vinyl wrap films (just like paint) are degraded by prolonged exposure to sun and atmospheric pollutants, particularly on the horizontal surfaces such as the bonnet, boot lid and roof. Keeping the car under cover will help protect the car from dew or rain, which may contain acidic pollutants (a common problem in many large metropolitan areas). When a garage is not available, consider using a cloth car cover at night.

Also, try to avoid parking under trees for long periods of time. Sap from certain trees can damage your investment and ruin your wrap.

2.0 Vehicle Maintenance

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Module 1 - The Franchise System

Module 2 - Administration and PODAC/ITF

Module 3 - Technical Information and OH&S

1.0 Background of the Water Industry

2.0 Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG) Introduction

3.0 Common Water Borne Diseases

4.0 Chemicals and Substances found in Water

5.0 Pristine Water Systems Chemicals and Treatments

6.0 Water Testing/Analysis & Results

7.0 Industry Certifications

8.0 Safe Work Australia / Workplace Health & Safety / Occupational Health & Safety

9.0 Filtration & Ultraviolet Products

10.0 Types of Tanks

11.0 Other PWS Products & Equipment

12.0 Glossary of Terms

Module 3 - Appendix

Module 3 Quiz

Module 4 - Operations - Standards

1.0 Introduction

2.0 The PWS Process

3.0 Planning your Work Schedule

4.0 Planning Product Ordering

5.0 Water Testing

6.0 AqueousPro™ 50 Water Sanitiser

7.0 Water Tank Cleaning

8.0 Filtration / Sterilisation Supply (Assembly)

9.0 Ongoing Service and Maintenance

10.0 PWS Standards

11.0 AqueousAir™ Assembly & Installation Instructions

Module 4 - Appendix

Module 4 Quiz

Module 5 - Sales, Marketing, Quoting & Invoicing

1.0 Introduction

2.0 Advertising & Marketing

3.0 Selling PWS / Selling Yourself

4.0 Assessments & Quoting

5.0 Invoicing

Module 5 Appendix

Module 5 Quiz

Module 6 - Equipment Maintenance

1.0 Introduction

2.0 Vehicle Maintenance

3.0 Equipment Maintenance

Module 6 Quiz

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