forest river Coachmen Clipper, Owner'S Manual

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Care and Maintenance Charts
Before Each Trip
Item Procedure
Tires and Wheels Check lugnuts are tightened
to specified torque value.
Check tire inflation pressure.
Tent Material Clean and rinse thoroughly
and allow to dry.
Appliances Remove food and ice from
refrigerator after each trip.
Weight and
Distribution Keep RV within specified load
limits and proper weight distri-
bution.
Monthly
Item Procedure
Fiberglass Exterior Wash with warm water and
mild detergent.
Seals and Adhesives Inspect and reseal as neces-
sary.
Appliances Check for obstructions and
dirt on exterior appliance
vents.
Safety Equipment Check fire extinguisher pres-
sure and conditions.
Wood Surfaces Clean pre-finished panels and
wood.
Every 3 Months
Item Procedure
Doors Lubricate door hinges and
step components with WD40.
Brakes Check operation and for
uneven wear.
Every 6 Months
Item Procedure
Fiberglass Exterior Wax with liquid or paste wax.
Check condition of body
m o l d i n g s a n d r e s e a l a s
needed.
Roof Inspect and reseal as neces-
sary.
Water and Drainage Check hoses, fittings and con-
nections for leaks or signs of
wear.
Lifter System Lubricate.
Item Procedure
Axles Mounting bolts should be
t o r q u e d t o s p e c i f i c f o o t
pounds.
Wheel Bearings Repack wheel bearings.
Yearly
Item Procedure
Roof Lubricate roof vent mecha-
nism with light oil.
Doors Lubricate door locks and
strike pocket, including exte-
r i o r s t o r a g e a n d a c c e s s
doors.
Water and Drainage Winterize system, if needed,
due to weather conditions.
As Required
Item Procedure
Tent Material Remove stains from vinyl with
Oxy-Clean.
Seal leaks in tent vinyl as
required.
Windows Clean windows with plastic
polish used for auto convert-
ible top windows.
Propane System Check for leaks and road
damage.
Water and Drainage Sanitize system and check
fresh water inlet line screen.
Electrical Perform maintenance on con-
verter per converter manual.
Check and service battery (if
so equipped).
Bunks Lubricate bunk slides with sili-
cone.
Wheel Bearings Repack wheel bearings.
Brakes Check operation and for
uneven wear.
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