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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