Grand Design Imagine 2021, Owner'S Manual

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Exterior Care
Exterior Care
The RV exterior is comprised of many different materials in-
cluding; fiberglass gel-coat, automotive grade paint finishes,
plastics, glass, sealant, and aluminum.
There is an increased chance of damage to the exterior finish,
the longer a foreign substance remains on the surface. Fre-
quent washing and waxing is the best way to protect your RV
from this damage.
The following materials deposited on the RV's surface may
result in corrosion, staining, and/or chemical spotting:
• Road Tar, Dirt, and Dust
• Road Salt and Sodium Chloride
• Bird Droppings / Bugs / Tree Sap
• Acid Rain / Industrial Fallout / Pollution
• UV Exposure and Moisture
Cleaning the Exterior
Frequent washings also protect your RV from environmental
elements, such as rain, snow and salt air.
• Wash your RV as soon as possible if it becomes contami-
nated with foreign material.
• Avoid parking under trees or near ocean sea salt.
• DO NOT scrape ice or snow from the painted surface,
ALWAYS brush off the affected area.
• If anti-freeze, gasoline or any solvents are spilled on the
painted surface, rinse the area with water immediately.
• Bugs and bird droppings should be rinsed off daily.
Washing
• DO NOT wash the RV in direct sunlight.
• Park in the shade and spray RV with water to remove dust.
• Next, using an ample amount of clean water and a sponge
or car washing mitt, wash the RV from top to bottom.
• Use a mild car-washing soap if necessary.
• Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry with a chamois or soft cloth.