FLEETWOOD RV Class A Gas 2020, Руководство пользователя

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FLEETWOOD RV CLASS A GAS 2020 OWNER’S MANUAL 79
• Store tires at maximum inflation pressure .
• Leave open cabinet doors and drawers to facilitate
air movement behind those areas .
• Perform a full interior inspection for water leaks twice
a month . Be sure to check behind all cabinet doors .
LONG TERM
Long term storage of the motorhome can be defined as
leaving a motorhome unattended for a period of thirty
days or more . A motorhome requires protection from the
elements just as a house or a car would . When left out in
the environment without proper storage or maintenance,
a motorhome is vulnerable to the moisture and oxidation
processes inherent in the environment .
If AC power is not available in storage area:
• Retract slide rooms . Do not store the motorhome
with slideout rooms extended .
• Shut off all appliances .
• If possible, situate the motorhome so the house
and chassis batteries remain accessible . This
allows a battery to be charged or replaced without
moving the motorhome .
• Charge house and chassis batteries to a full state of
charge .
• Turn both the house and chassis battery disconnect
switches off .
• Check battery voltage while the motorhome is in
storage if stored outside .
• Preventive measures should be used if the voltage
readings are low . It will make it easier to remove the
motorhome from storage or move the motorhome
in an emergency situation .
If AC power is available:
The house and chassis battery disconnect switches
should remain on . The inverter will charge both the
house and chassis battery banks . 30 Amp shore power
service will be more than adequate .
Surfaces to park/store the motorhome on:
• Avoid parking the motorhome on a grass or gravel
surface to prevent moisture accumulation .
• Concrete pads seal the surface and allow better
ventilation under the motorhome .
• Storage buildings with concrete floors, or heated
storage facilities, greatly reduce the amount
of moisture accumulation and protects the
motorhome from moisture damage .
Outdoor Storage Area:
• The interior should be heated to help prevent mold
and mildew growth . Moisture removing desiccate
filter systems are available from hardware and
RV supply stores . Place the filter system inside
the motorhome to reduce interior moisture
condensation or humidity .
• Proper winterization of the fresh water system will
prevent potential damage in extreme cold .
• Ultraviolet radiation affects soft goods and rubber
products such as privacy curtains, window shades
and tires . These items should be protected . Store
Day/Night Shades in the Up position .
• Cardboard templates can be made for the windows to
protect the interior from exposure to direct sunlight .
• Tire covers are available to protect the sidewall of
the tires from cracking . Make sure tires in storage
contain the correct inflation pressure to prevent
damaged caused by underinflation .
• Regularly wash the exterior to help control moss
accumulation . Waxing the motorhome twice a year
will augment these substances .
NOTE:
The natural process of condensation will occur
with temperature changes of 30º Fahrenheit or
more in one day . Humidity readings of 60% or
greater will allow the accumulated moisture to
remain for extended periods of time .
NOTE:
Batteries in a low state of charge will readily freeze
and damage the battery .
CAUTION:
A 20 Amp service using light duty extension cords
and the required adapters create serious voltage
losses . Line voltage loss and the resistance at each
electrical connection is a hazardous combination
and should be avoided . Damage to sensitive
electronic equipment may result .