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Section 14: Additional Information
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Travel Checklist
Following is a preliminary list of items that need to be checked before leaving your home
or campsite. This is a general list, which you may want to customize as you determine your
own needs.
Safety
Make sure you follow all safety precautions noted in this owner’s manual and in any
manufacturer’s operators manual when preparing to travel.
Maintenance
Inspect seals and reseal as needed.
Have the propane system checked for leaks by your dealer.
Check wheel lug nuts after first two hundred miles and at specified intervals to listed
torque specifications, re-torque as needed.
Have brakes adjusted by a qualified service technician.
Sanitize the fresh water system.
Test the safety alarms.
Before leaving home (or campsite)
Make sure all tow vehicle fluids are at proper levels. Check the engine oil, transmission
fluid, engine coolant, power steering fluid and wind shield washer fluid.
Check the lights on the RV. Have someone observe the operation of all exterior
lights while you activate the controls. Check the turn signals and brake lights.
Examine the tires for excessive tread wear or uneven wear patterns. Check for stones,
nails, glass or other objects lodged in the tread. Inspect for tread cuts or sidewall
cracks.
Check tire pressure
(including spare) and correct according to manufacturer
specifications.
Check wheel lug nuts for tightness.
Inspect safety chains for signs of wear.
Inspect and work all interior and exterior latches and locks (lube if necessary).
Make sure the batteries are fully charged and installed correctly.
Inspect the power cord and carefully clean the contacts if necessary. Plug in the power
cord to an appropriate power source.
Turn on the interior lights and check outlets for polarity. If needed, replace any blown
fuses. Check the circuit breakers and test the GFCI.
Check the propane cylinder gauge to make sure there is propane available. Make sure
the propane cylinder is in place and secure for transport.
Inspect and turn on the propane system.
If you have any questions, contact your
dealer or a qualified propane service representative for assistance. If the propane
system is functioning properly, test any pilot lights or direct spark ignition features.
Inspect and test all safety detectors.
If needed, replace any drained or discharged
batteries. If you have a defective or damaged safety detector, replace it immediately.
Inspect the leveling jacks (if so equipped) for operation. If needed, perform maintenance
as specified by the leveling jack manufacturer.
Test all exterior and interior lights. Replace any bulbs if they are burnt out.
Wash the exterior of the RV. Do a sealant inspection and repair as necessary.
De-winterize and
sanitize
the fresh water system.
Connect your tow vehicle to the RV and test all connections and lights.Test brakes.
Before leaving the campsite
Check the area under the RV after overnight parking and look for water or other fluid
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Maintenance Record
Summary of Contents for JAY SPORT 2018
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