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SECTION 14: CHECKLISTS
TRAVEL CHECKLIST
Following is a preliminary list of items that need to be checked before
leaving your home or campsite. This is a general list, which you may
want to customize as you determine your own needs.
For your convenience a quickstart guide is also available from within
the JAYCOMMAND/TravelLINK mobile phone app (if equipped) that
walks you through the steps to setup your RV at the campsite or
prepare it for travel.
Safety
Make sure you follow all safety precautions noted in this
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owner's manual and in any manufacturer's operators
manual when preparing to travel.
Maintenance
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Inspect seals and reseal as needed.
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Have the propane system checked for leaks by your dealer.
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Check wheel lug nuts after first two hundred miles and at
specified intervals to listed torque specifications, re-torque as
needed.
Have brakes adjusted by a qualified service technician.
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Sanitize the fresh water system.
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Test the safety alarms.
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Before leaving home (or campsite)
Make sure all tow vehicle fluids are at proper levels. Check the
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engine oil, transmission fluid, engine coolant, power steering fluid
and wind shield washer fluid.
Check the lights on the RV. Have someone observe the
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operation of all exterior lights while you activate the
controls. Check the turn signals and brake lights.
Examine the tires for excessive tread wear or uneven wear
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patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass or other objects lodged in
the tread. Inspect for tread cuts or sidewall cracks.
Check tire pressure (including spare) and correct according to
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manufacturer specifications.
CHECKLISTS
Check wheel lug nuts for tightness.
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Inspect safety chains for signs of wear.
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Inspect and work all interior and exterior latches and locks (lube
if necessary).
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Make sure the batteries are fully charged and installed correctly.
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Inspect the power cord and carefully clean the contacts if
necessary. Plug in the power cord to an appropriate power
source.
Turn on the interior lights and check outlets for polarity. If
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needed, replace any blown fuses. Check the circuit breakers and
test the GFCI.
Check the propane cylinder gauge to make sure there is propane
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available. Make sure the propane cylinder is in place and secure
for transport.
Inspect and turn on the propane system. If you have any
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questions, contact your dealer or a qualified propane service
representative for assistance. If the propane system is
functioning properly, test any pilot lights or direct spark ignition
features. Turn off the propane when finished.
Inspect and test all safety detectors. If needed, replace any
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drained or discharged batteries. If you have a defective or
damaged safety detector, replace it immediately.
Inspect the leveling jacks (if equipped) for operation. If
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needed, perform maintenance as specified by the leveling jack
manufacturer.
Test all exterior and interior lights. Replace any bulbs if they are
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burnt out.
Wash the exterior of the RV. Do a sealant inspection and repair
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as necessary.
De-winterize and sanitize the fresh water system.
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Connect your tow vehicle to the RV and test all connections
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and lights.
Test brakes.
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