Tiffin Motorhomes 2011 Phaeton, Owner'S Manual

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R O U T I N E M A I N T E N A N C E
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Accessories
The metallic light fixtures (Figure 14-19), bath accessories, and faucets can be cleaned by wiping
with a soft, damp cloth. Washing with warm water will remove dry water spots.
Polishing those fixtures with a soft cloth will also enhance their appearance.
Do not use cleaners that contain harsh or abrasive chemicals. Alcohol or other
similar solvents should never be used.
Detectors
The CO/LP gas detectors are self-contained and DO NOT require any maintenance other than normal
cleaning and periodic testing. The smoke detector installed in the motor home is a nine-volt, battery-
operated detector. The CO/LP gas detector is wired directly to the house
batteries.
The batteries in the smoke detector (Figure 14-20) need to be tested
periodically and replaced, when necessary (usually semiannually). When
cleaning the case on any of the detectors, use a damp cloth or paper towel.
Do not spray cleaners or wax directly into the case as this action may cause
false alarms or hinder the normal operation of the detectors.
An inexpensive battery tester, available from any local electronics retailer,
would be a good investment to make. This tester would allow checking of the batteries in the various
alarms, any flashlights used in the motor home, and batteries in other appliances (e.g., portable radios,
MP3 players, CD players, PDAs, and various electronic games) which may be in the motor home during
travels.
Figure 14-19. Light
Fixture
Figure 14-20. Smoke
Detector