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o
Have furnace inspected and serviced by a qualified technician.
o
Apply silicone spray to the fifth-wheel landing gear inner tube and pad and
the inside of the handle alignment tube.
o
Grease gears in the gear box and at the top of each leg of the fifth-wheel
landing gear with extreme pressure grease.
o
Oil the shaft bushings of the fifth-wheel landing gear with SAE 30 oil.
o
Inspect and reseal, as necessary, all sealant and putty tape. Refer to informa-
tion earlier in this chapter.
Every Six Years
o
Replace carbon monoxide detector. (if applicable)
Prior to Storage
NOTE
: If storing for the winter, be sure all winterizing steps are followed. Refer to
winterizing section.
o
Drain and flush all holding tanks; fresh water, gray water, black water and hot
water tanks.
o
Drain all water lines.
o
Close the LP gas tank valve(s). If your tanks do not already have a cover,
consider purchasing at least a vinyl LP tank cover. Make sure the regulator is
covered.
o
Disconnect 120-volt electric power to the RV.
o
Remove all batteries from the RV and store in a place where they won’t
freeze. Batteries that have been frozen will never hold a proper charge.
o
Check your roof and other surfaces to ensure there is no damage and potential
leakage that might otherwise go unnoticed until it is too late.
o
Inspect and reseal, as necessary, all sealant and putty tape. Refer to informa-
tion earlier in this chapter.
o
Turn off 12-volt/120-volt/LP gas to the refrigerator; defrost and clean. Use
crumpled newspaper or open boxes of baking soda in the refrigerator to
eliminate odors during storage.
o
Remove all perishable items from the interior. Include in this any items that
are susceptible to freezing, if storing during the winter months.
o
Cover all external outlets, such as furnace, exhaust, etc. to prevent “critters”
from entering.
o
Thoroughly wash the interior and the exterior of your RV.
o
Close all windows and roof vents.
o
Cover tires that are exposed to sunlight to prevent weather checking and other
UV damage.
o
Cover the roof air conditioner.
o
Consider the purchase of a tarp to cover your RV during storage. Make sure
you invest in a good tarp that can “breathe.
o
Turn all cushions on edge to prevent the entrapment of moisture/mildew
during long term storage.
o
Do not use hydraulic leveling jacks during storage.
During Storage Period
o
Remove snow loads from the top of your RV to prevent causing damage to
the unit’s structure.
o
Compare refrigerator pilot flame with ideal flame. Refer to the refrigerator
owner’s manual for ideal flame. Have cleaned and adjusted as necessary by a
qualified technician. (RV type refrigerator only)
o
Inspect refrigerator door seals.
o
Inspect refrigerator combustion seals. Have cleaned and adjusted as necessary
by a qualified technician. (RV type refrigerator only)
o
Check LP gas lines for leaks. Refer to Chapter 4.
o
Inspect LP cylinders for rust, pits, gouges, scrapes or sharp dents. Repaint
cylinders if rust is present.
o
Drain and sanitize fresh water system. Refer to Chapter 4.
o
Check, clean, tighten and lubricate battery cables.
o
Check wheel nuts at specified intervals to listed torque values. Re-torque as
needed. Refer to the axle manufactuer’s manual or Chapter 3
o
Examine the tires for unusual wear, sidewall defects from possible cuts,
bulging and abrasions.
o
Lubricate tongue jack.
o
Lubricate hitch ball.
o
Have brakes adjusted by a qualified service technician.
Every Six Months or 6,000 Miles
o
Clean drains with approved drain cleaners.
o
Check pipe connections for tightness. Tighten if necessary.
o
Lubricate all moving parts on the entrance steps.
o
Lubricate entrance and baggage door locks.
o
Clean and lubricate stabilizer jacks.
o
Inspect wheels for cracks, dents or distortion.
o
Inspect and reseal, as necessary, all sealant and putty tape. Refer to informa-
tion earlier in this chapter.
o
Have suspension system serviced by a qualified service technician.
o
Lubricate the elevating gear on the television antenna.
o
Lubricate the bearing surface between the rotating gear housing and the base
plate on the television antenna.
o
Lubricate the rubber quad ring on the elevating shaft located on the television
antenna.
o
Clean fifth-wheel landing gear electrical connections with baking soda, then
cover with a thin coat of grease.
Every Year or 12,000 Miles
o
Lubricate moving parts on the awning hardware. (Awning option only.)
o
Manually operate the pressure-temperature control lever on the water heater.
o
Clean city water entry strainer.
o
Check demand tank vent for obstructions.
o
Check water pump connections and mountings for tightness.
o
Rotate Fluorescent tubes in the light fixtures.
o
Replace battery on the carbon monoxide detector. (if applicable)
o
Have LP gas system inspected and serviced by a qualified technician.
o
Inspect and seal corners at the threshold of the entrance door.
o
Have the refrigerator inspected and serviced by a qualified technician.
o
Have brakes inspected and serviced by a qualified technician.
o
Repack wheel bearings.
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