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ROOF SURFACES
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Wash the roof surface regularly with a mild automotive or RV wash solution.
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Take appropriate safety precautions when washing the roof. It is strongly suggested you wash the roof from a step
ladder rather than walking on a roof which may be slippery with water. Place a step ladder of adequate capacity and
height on a firm surface directly adjacent to the RV making certain to heed all warnings provided by the ladder
manufacturer. For your safety, refrain from using the top two steps of the ladder.
Take all necessary safety precautions when maintaining the exterior surfaces of the RV. The roof
may be slippery when covered with water and or dew. It is recommended the roof be washed
from a ladder of adequate height or that the area be equipped with adequate fall protection for
your personal protection. Failure to take appropriate safety measures may result in injury.
WINDOWS
The glass window surface may be cleaned with any general purpose window cleaning agent.
SEALANTS. EXTERIOR
It is critically important to maintain exterior sealants. Failure to perform preventative or necessary sealant inspection and
maintenance every ninety (90) days may result in diminished or voided warranty coverage for all or part of the RV and its
components. EverGreen RV uses excellent quality of sealants; however exposure to the elements will cause sealant
deterioration of over time. Variations in climate, humidity levels, and weather in addition to RV storage practices will also
accelerate deterioration of the sealant’s properties.
When inspecting the exterior seals, including windows, vents, skylights, walls, and exterior trim, and roof, check for any
cracks, voids, shrinking, oozing or deterioration of the calking sealants. If noticing any of these signs you must immediately
have your dealer or service center remove the caulking and reseal with an approved grade of caulking. Please make a record
of this sealant process regardless if you or your dealer performs the reseal procedure.
Sealant procedure
1.
Completely remove affected area of deteriorated caulking using a scraper or razor blade being careful to not
damage the surfaces.
2.
Using a paper towel or rag, clean the area’s surface using isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol).
3.
After completely drying the surface, apply a small bead of known quality urethane based sealant to the area
adhering to the instruction provided on the caulking packaging.
4.
Smooth the caulking to fully seal the area. Tip: If using your finger to smooth the caulk, you might try dipping
your finger into water or soap water solution to assist in smoothing the caulking.
5.
WINDOWS
Frequently inspect the drain openings or slots (weep holes) at the bottom of the windows. These weep holes are designed to
direct condensation or moisture collected from the interior of window toward the exterior surface. Debris may collect in
these weep holes or insects may clog the openings. Use a very small screw driver to clean any obstruction from the opening.
In certain situations, a clogged weep hole may result in water flowing to the interior of your RV.
FRAME/CHASSIS
Over time road salt and deicing solutions may cause corrosion or rust on the frame/chassis of your RV. It is important to
wash/rinse the frame occasionally to dislodge common dirt and debris.
If traveling in winter conditions involving some
type of Ice/Snow melting solution, you must immediately wash the frame upon completion of your
trip.
Many of the
modern deicing materials are very effective in removal of ice or snow; however they may contain corrosive elements
which could compromise the frame paint finish of
your RV and the tow vehicle.
Always remove the salt or deicing
agents using significant qualities of water and attempting to remove all residue on your tow vehicle and the RV.
If discovering rust or corrosion, dry the area completely, use a quality sand paper to remove the rust or corrosion in affected
area, apply primer paint and quality paint suitable for use on steel surfaces.
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