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P a g e
CARE
&
MAINTENANCE
Exterior
An
RV
comes
with
a
variety
of
surfaces
that
need
to
be
cleaned
and
maintained,
from
the
roof
membrane
to
awning
fabrics
and
beyond.
Regular
cleaning
and
maintenance
of
these
different
components
is
needed
and
will
help
keep
the
RV
in
the
best
possible
condition
both
cosmetically
and
functionally.
Keep
your
roof
clean.
Use
Dicor
roof
cleaners
(RP
‐
RC320S
spray
or
RP
‐
RC160Cj
concentrate)
or
standard
products
such
as
409,
Fantastik
or
mild
detergents
are
sufficient.
Do
NOT
use
harsh
abrasives
or
products
containing
solvents.
For
stubborn
spots,
a
rag
dampened
with
mineral
spirits
is
recommended.
DO
NOT
SOAK
(never
apply
mineral
spirits
directly
to
the
roof)
When
washing,
start
from
the
top
and
work
your
way
down,
try
to
stay
out
of
direct
sunlight.
Start
by
rinsing
the
roof
membrane
with
clean
water
to
remove
any
loose
dirt
or
debris.
Then,
using
a
medium
bristle
brush
along
with
a
mild
detergent
/
soap
and
a
few
gallons
of
water,
scrub
the
entire
roof
and
then
rinse
thoroughly,
a
rubber
squeegee
may
be
used
to
direct
water
off
the
roof.
A
semi
‐
annual
inspection
of
the
roof
is
suggested.
Check
the
membrane
for
damage
and
check
the
lap
sealant
used
at
all
termination
areas
(front,
rear
and
side
seams
as
well
as
roof
attachments).
The
lap
sealant
has
a
limited
life
span,
depending
on
the
geographic
region
and
conditions,
and
should
be
repair
or
replaced
as
needed.
NOTE:
do
not
use
cleaning
solutions
that
contain
solvents
or
abrasive
pads.
Sidewalls
and
the
front
and
rear
skin
or
cap
should
be
washed
and
waxed
to
protect
and
restore.
Never
take
your
RV
through
an
automatic
car
wash
and
avoid
using
highly
abrasive
cleaning
pads
or
high
‐
pressure
sprayers,
the
finish
and
decals/labels
on
your
RV
can
be
damaged
by
using
such
products.
A
soft
bristled
brush
and
a
mild
soap
/
detergent,
if
cleaned
properly
and
frequently,
will
meet
your
needs.
A
normal
automotive
wax
should
be
utilized
when
waxing
your
RV,
we
recommend
a
good
wax
two
to
three
times
a
year,
at
minimum.
Exposure
to
salt
can
result
in
damage
to
exterior
paints,
finishes
and
other
components,
it
is
highly
corrosive
and
should
be
cleaned
off
as
frequently
as
possible.
The
more
your
RV
is
exposed
to
snow,
rain,
road
salt,
chemicals
and
saltwater,
the
more
severe
corrosion
can
be,
therefore,
a
stricter
cleaning
and
maintenance
schedule
may
be
needed.
Periodically
inspect
the
pinbox,
chassis,
landing
gear,
axles,
wheels,
and
suspension
components
for
spot
rust.
When/if
you
find
spot
rust,
use
a
wire
brush
to
clean
the
spot
and
touch
the
finish
up
as
needed
with
a
rustproof
enamel
paint.
The
more
quickly
you
take
care
of
this,
the
less
damage
it
can
cause
and
lead
to
bigger
issues.
