SECTION 11 –
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
11-2
deteriorate very rapidly. The following
maintenance guidelines can help you reduce
these effects:
1. Wash the exterior of the trailer at least
monthly. Wash with a mild soap. Avoid strong
alkaline cleaners and abrasives.
2. Wax the exterior at least once or preferably
twice a year. Aluminum surfaces can be
waxed with a good automotive wax.
3. Occasionally, one part may weather more
rapidly than a similar part. In those cases, a
light rubbing compound may be required.
Always follow rubbing compound with a high
quality wax.
RUBBER ROOF
Rubber roofs are installed on
Winnebago
Towables
trailers and fifth wheels. Periodic
cleaning is the primary maintenance required for
rubber roof surfaces. The recommended
maintenance includes:
•
At least semiannually, inspect the roof surface
for damage, breaks in caulks or sealant and
seals around fasteners and accessories.
•
Wash the surface with granulated household
cleaner mixed in a solution with water.
•
Using a soft-bristled brush will work more
effectively than sponges or cloth.
•
Stubborn stains caused by oak leaves or
pinesap can usually be removed with a kitchen
cleanser containing bleach.
•
Always completely rinse soap residue from
both the roof and sidewall surfaces to prevent
streaks.
•
Rubber roofs may become slippery when wet.
•
Do not use acetone or any products containing
petroleum distillates on the surface.
•
Rubber roof material can be punctured or cut
by sharp objects. Exercise caution when
placing articles on a rubber roof surface.
•
This rubber roof material does not require
coatings to protect the surface from ultraviolet
light or ozone.
•
Protective coatings may damage the rubber
roof membrane.
WINDOWS, DOORS, VENTS
AND LOCKS
•
Keep moving parts of windows and latches
adjusted and maintained.
•
Lubricate the windows with a light oil or
powdered graphite at least once a year.
•
Check and tighten the screws holding the
windows in place periodically.
•
Check the weather sealant.
•
Clean screens by gently wiping with a damp
cloth or soft flat brush.
•
Inspect the seals around doors and windows
every three months.
•
Lubricate locksets, latches and hinges in entry
doors and exterior storage compartments at
least annually with powdered graphite.
•
If the trailer is located at a beach or is exposed
to salt air, frequent lubrication may be
required.
•
Record and safely store the identification
number of the keys. The lock manufacturer
will need this information for duplicate keys
in case of loss.
DOOR & WINDOW RESEALING
Inspect the sealant around windows and
doors at least every three months.
If any of the
following defects
are evident during inspection,
the affected areas must be
resealed:*
•
Excessive amount of sealant protruding from
joints.
•
Sealant cracked or peeling.
•
When waxing, always read and follow
the instructions and precautions on the
container.
•
Some cleaners and waxes are
recommended for use on only certain
types of surfaces.
