Jayco 2004 Conventional Travel, Owner'S Manual

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FRAME
Sand, pebbles, objects on the highway, climate (salt air exposure) or ice inhibiting
chemicals used during the winter months will damage the paint, inviting rust and other
deterioration. Periodically inspect the exterior exposed areas, clean and repaint the steel
members, occasionally and whenever you notice rust or paint chipped away, to insure
protection. If rust occurs, the frame should be cleaned and painted. We recommend the use
of Rust-Oleum® Rusty Metal Primer and Rust-Oleum® gloss black paint. Simply follow
the directions on each can. To prevent rust or corrosion, you may wish to purchase a
commercially available treatment application such as Ziebart®, etc. Rust or frame damage
resulting from lack of routine maintenance voids the warranty.
E-Z LUBE AXLE
The E-Z Lube feature on your axles provides the ability for the bearings to be periodically
lubricated without removing the hubs from the axle. This feature consists of axle spindles
that have been specially drilled and fitted with grease zerks in their ends. When grease is
pumped into the zerk, it is channeled to the inner bearing and then flows back to the outer
bearing and eventually back out the grease cap hole.
A manual is supplied with your trailer which covers the maintenance of your axles. Refer
to this information regarding how and when to maintain the axle. If you have further
questions, consult with your independent, authorized dealer and/or visit the
manufacturer’s website at www.dexteraxle.com.
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NOTE: The convenient lubrication provisions of the E-Z Lube and the oil
lubrication must not replace periodic inspection of the bearings.
Wheel Bearings
Your trailer wheel bearings require maintenance just as any vehicle wheel bearings. Make
sure you read, understand and follow the axle manufacturer’s information on maintenance
requirements. If you have further questions, consult with your independent, authorized
dealer and/or visit the manufacturer’s website at www.dexteraxle.com.
Wheel Lugs
Refer to the specific instructions supplied by the axle manufacturer and information found
in this manual. Make sure that all instructions are understood and followed to insure safe
operation of your trailer. If you have further questions, consult with your independent,
authorized dealer and/or visit the manufacturer’s website at www.dexteraxle.com.
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WARNING: DO NOT ignore checking wheel lug nuts. Failure to do so
can cause wheel loss, accident, injury or death.
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