VANLEIGH PINECREST, Руководство пользователя

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P I N E C R E S T O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L
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The RV exterior is comprised of many different materials including; fiberglass gel-coat, automotive grade paint finish-
es, plastics, glass, sealant, and aluminum.
There is an increased chance of damage to the exterior finish, the longer a foreign substance remains on the surface.
Frequent washing and waxing is the best way to protect your RV from this damage.
The following materials deposited on the RV's surface may result in corrosion, staining, and/or chemical spotting:
• Road Tar, Dirt, and Dust
• Road Salt and Sodium Chloride
• Bird Droppings / Bugs / Tree Sap
• Acid Rain / Industrial Fallout / Pollution
• UV Exposure and Moisture
C L E A N I N G T H E E X T E R I O R
Frequent washings also protect your RV from environmental elements, such as rain, snow and salt air.
• Wash your RV as soon as possible if it becomes contaminated with foreign material.
• Avoid parking under trees or near ocean sea salt.
• DO NOT scrape ice or snow from the painted surface, brush off the affected area.
• If anti-freeze, gasoline or any solvents are spilled on the painted surface, rinse the area with water immediately.
• Bugs and bird droppings should be rinsed off daily.
Washing
• DO NOT wash the RV in direct sunlight.
• Park in the shade and spray RV with water to remove dust.
• Next, using an ample amount of clean water and a sponge or car washing mitt, wash the RV from top to bottom.
• Use a mild car-washing soap if necessary.
• Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry with a chamois or soft cloth.
• Carefully clean the joints and flanges of the slideout, doors, etc. where dirt is likely to remain.
Some types of hot water washing equipment apply high pressure and heat to the RV. Excessive heat can cause dis-
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