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Care and Maintenance Charts
Storage Preparation
When storing your RV for the winter, certain precautions
need to be taken to protect your RV. Be sure to talk with
your local dealer concerning any special requirements,
for storage, in your particular geographic location. The
following steps are general and your dealer can help you
choose those which are most appropriate for your needs.
Before Each Trip
Item Procedure
Tires and
Wheels Check lugnuts are tightened to speci-
fied torque value.
Check tire inflation pressure.
Windows and
Doors Check vinyl seals when washing exte-
rior.
Check seals for damage and repair as
needed.
Lubricate door hinges and step com-
ponents with WD40.
Adjust and lubricate window latches
with WD40.
Lube all door locks and strike pockets.
Water and
Drainage Check drainage systems for leaks and
road damage.
Electrical
System Check GFCI circuits.
Appliances Remove food and ice from refrigerator
after each trip.
Safety
Equipment Test all detector components.
Carpeting Vacuum after each trip.
Weight and
Distribution Keep within specified load limits.
Monthly
Item Procedure
F i b e r g l a s s
Exterior Wash with warm water and mild deter-
gent.
Water and
Drainage Check hoses, fittings and connections
for leaks and wear.
Appliances Clean fan blades and wash filter on
range exhaust hood.
Check for obstructions and dirt on ext.
appliance vents.
Safety
Equipment Check fire extinguisher pressure and
condition.
Wood
Surfaces Clean prefinished panels and wood
with wood cleaner.
Every 6 Months
Item Procedure
F i b e r g l a s s
Exterior Wax with liquid or paste wax.
Roof and Roof
Components Inspect and reseal as needed.
Axles Torque mounting bolts to 145-150 foot
pounds.
Brakes Check operation and for uneven wear.
Yearly
Item Procedure
Roof and Roof
Components Lubricate roof vent mechanism with
light oil and clean completely.
Propane
System Have qualified service center check
pressures and complete system.
Water and
Drainage Winterize system depending on local
conditions.
Safety
Equipment Clean all detector components.
Bearings Repack wheel bearings yearly.
As Required
Item Procedure
Propane
System Check for leaks and road damage.
Water and
Drainage Sanitize system.
Electrical
System Maintenance on generator per gen-
erator manual.
Check and service battery/s.
Carpeting Clean per carpet manufacturer ’s
instructions.
Seats Lubricate all mechanisms and inspect
for proper operation.
Check all seat belt buckles, release
mechanisms and webbing.
C h a s s i s a n d
Components Follow chassis lubrication and mainte-
nance procedures.
Bearings Repack wheel bearings yearly.
Brakes Check operation and for uneven wear.
Effects of Formaldehyde
Formaldehyde From Building Materials
Certain building products such as particle board, fiber-
board and hardwood plywood are manufactured with an
adhesive containing urea-formaldehyde. These products
emit a small quantity of formaldehyde into the air.
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