Gunk on Yamaha polish

[David ilvedson]

> From:          "Zen Reinhardt" <diskladame@provide.net>
> To:            <pianotech@ptg.org>
> Cc:            <ilvey@a.crl.com>
> Subject:       Re: Gunk on Yamaha polish
> Date:          Sun, 29 Jun 1997 11:04:08 -0400
> Reply-to:      pianotech@ptg.org

What I have used in the past was paint thinner and it works and 
doesn't harm the finish. 

David ilvedson, RPT
Pacifica, CA

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> > From: David ilvedson <ilvey@a.crl.com>
> > To: pianotech@ptg.org
> > Subject: Re: Cory
> > Date: Saturday, June 28, 1997 4:14 AM
> > 
> > 
> > What would be the best solvent to clean a high polish Yamaha 
> > that has had some kind of a polish applied week after week?  I 
> > has left a gummy residue which I want to remove before using 
> > Cory's products.
> > 
> > David ilvedson, RPT
> > Pacifica, CA
> > 
> 
> You're in luck.  The High Polish finishing Yamaha uses is a high-quality
> polyester, which means is that the finish is virtually impervious to any
> number of solvents.  You might want to start with Murphy's Oil Soap and if
> that doesn't cut it, try Windex or a non-abrasive kitchen cleaner
> (Fantastik or Product 409) on a soft rag.  If all else fails. try to find
> out what kind (brand) of polish had been applied and then check the list of
> ingredients for any solvents listed.  Whatever solvent listed would
> certainly remove the gunk, but you might want to check with Yamaha Customer
> Support (800 854 1569) to make sure the polyester finish won't be affected
> by it.  Good luck.
> 
> Zen Reinhardt RPT
> Ann Arbor  MI
> diskladame@provide.net
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