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Periodic maintenance and cleaning of your recreation vehicle is necessary to retain the
dependability, safety, and appearance that will provide you with many miles of trouble free
operation, as well as protecting your investment.
Make sure to read and follow all the maintenance tips and schedules that appear not only in this
manual, but also in the manuals provided by the chassis manufacturer and various component
manufacturers. Keep good records of maintenance functions performed, and make sure to
perform all owner obligations as may be required by the chassis manufacturer to keep your
warranty in force.
It is also important to note that operating conditions will effect service timetables. Driving in extreme
conditions such as heavy dust, continuous short trips, or start and stop heavy traffic means that
service durations will be shortened. Discuss service timetables with both your dealer and chassis
service representative. Preventative maintenance will pay for itself many times over by catching or
preventing problems before they occur. Many repairs costs are greatly increased due to the fact a
small problem can begin to effect other parts and systems of the recreation vehicle if left
unattended.
If a situation arises involving a maintenance or cleaning activity for which you are not sure of the
proper procedure, do not hesitate to contact your dealer, or chassis service representative for
information.
The care of fiberglass siding is essentially the same as any automotive finish. Wash your
recreation vehicle at least once a month. Use warm water and a mild detergent to clean the finish.
Take care to avoid spraying water directly into refrigerator and furnace vents when washing the
recreation vehicle. Remove bird and tree sap droppings, insects, and tar as soon as possible to
avoid staining of the finish.
It is important to note that any finish will deteriorate with time. Dulling and fading can be increased
by exposure to extreme sunlight, air pollutants, and excessive moisture. Surface weathering of
fiberglass does not change the strength of the fiberglass. Regular washing and waxing of exterior
surfaces is the best insurance against surface deterioration such as fading, yellowing, or chalking.
If surface deterioration has occurred, check with your dealer for the steps required to restore the
finish. Buffing may be necessary in extreme cases. Small cracks appearing in the fiberglass can
be repaired by using a fiberglass filler. Allow the filler to harden, sand, and then repaint with
gelcoat (check with your dealer for further instructions and product information).
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CARE & MAINTENANCE
FIBERGLASS SIDING