Monaco Executive 2001, Руководство пользователя

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Chassis Information
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As with the cleaning of any rubber product, proper care and methods in
cleaning must be used to obtain the maximum service years out of your
tires. A soft brush and the normal mild soap that you would use to clean
your RV may be used. If you use a dressing product to “protect” your tires
from aging, use extra care and caution. Tire dressings that contain petroleum
products or alcohol may cause deterioration or cracking.
In many cases, it is not the dressing itself that can be a problem, but
more the chemical reaction. When these same dressing products are used on
a passenger care tire that is replaced every three to four years, it is rare to
see a major problem. However, in most cases, RV tires may last much
longer due to limited annual mileage, and the chemical reactions have much
longer to take effect.
Extreme caution must be taken to ensure that the tires are fully supported
when using blocks to level motorhome. The load on the tire should be even-
ly distributed on the block. In the case of duals, distribute evenly on blocks
for both tires. If not properly done, the steel cables in the sidewall of the
tires may be damaged and could lead to premature fatigue of the sidewall.
Your RV is designed for recreation, not long-term storage. However,
unless you are a “full timer,” you have no other choice. Rubber tires age
faster when not being used. A cool, dry, sealed garage is your best bet for
storage. However, many RVs are stored outside in the elements. Some stor-
age surfaces may cause tires to age prematurely. For this reason, Goodyear
recommends placing a barrier (i.e. card board, plastic or plywood) between
the tire and the storage floor/ground surface.
There are a few steps that you can take to reduce the aging effects from
long-term storage or a non-use period. Thoroughly clean your tires. Cover
the tires to block direct sunlight and ultraviolet rays. Store your RV out of a
high ozone area. Failure to take these steps can cause early deterioration and
shorten the life of your tires.
NOTE: When the motorhome is stored, tires should be inflated to maxi-
mum inflation pressure as indicated on the sidewall of the tire.
Before removing your motorhome from long-term storage, thoroughly
inspect each of its tires. This means a close examination of each tire’s tread
area and air pressure. If your pressure check indicates the tires have lost air
during storage, be sure to inflate them to the correct pressure for the current
load before putting the unit into service.
Blocks
- Using Blocks to
Level Motorhomes
Equipped with
Radial Tires
RV Tire
Long Term
Storage