Maintenance Checklist - Jayco 2004 Talon ZX Owner's Manual

MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST

This list is a quick reference sheet for areas of regular maintenance. This tool is a supplement to all
information printed in this manual. However this does not preclude the necessity to review the
manufacturer's operation and maintenance information supplied with your sport utility trailer.
PRIOR TO FIRST TRIP
0 Check LP gas lines for leaks. Refer to Chapter 4.
0 Test LP gas detector. Refer to Chapter 4.
0 Sanitize fresh water system. Refer to Chapter 4.
0 Check wheel nuts at specified intervals to listed torque values. Re-torque as needed. Refer to
the axle manufacturer's manual or Chapter 3.
0 Open all windows and the door and start the furnace. Leave the windows and door open and
the furnace on until the odor from the initial use of the furnace is fully dissipated.
FIRST TWO-HUNDRED MILES
0 Check wheel nuts at specified intervals to listed torque values. Re-torque as needed. Refer to
the axle manufacturer's manual or Chapter 3.
0 Have brakes adjusted by a qualified service technician.
EACH TRIP
0 Test LP gas detector. Refer to Chapter 4.
0 Check battery water level. (If equipped with battery.)
0 Check tire pressure and wear. Make sure the tires are cold when checking the tire pressure.
0 Check running lights.
0 Inspect safety chains for signs of wear.
0 Test brakes.
0 Flush out water heater tank.
0 Inspect the fuel station (option) external pump wiring.
AFTER EVERY TIRE CHANGE
0 Tighten wheel nuts to specified torque values at 10, 25 and 50 miles (16, 40 and 80
kilometers) to assure that they are correctly "seated" after the tire change.
DAILY
0 Recharge battery after each use.
0 Ensure LP gas detector operation light is green in color.
WEEKLY
0 Test LP gas detector.
0 Check tire pressure and wear. Make sure tires are cold when checking the tire pressure.
0 Vacuum dust off of the LP alarm cover using the soft brush attachment from a vacuum
cleaner. This should be done more frequently in dusty locations.
0 Test smoke alarm.
MONTHLY
0 Clean and lubricate the coupler.
0 Check fire extinguisher pressure. Refer to the fire extinguisher label for specific instructions.
0 Test the ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)
0 Verify that the manufacturer's recommended service has been performed on the generator
(option). If equipped, perform the manufacturer's recommended service on the generator.
0 Lubricate the pivot points of the entrance steps.
0 If equipped, hose down the canopy (option) to remove dirt and debris. Refer to information
found earlier in this chapter.
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