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SECTION 10
STORING YOUR MOTOR HOME
remote panel On/Off switch and the main
power switch on the heater unit control panel
in the exterior compartment.
CAUTION
NEVER disconnect coach batteries
or fuses to the Hydronic Heater sys-
tem unless the system has first been
shut down using the remote and main
service switches. If the battery power
source is disconnected while the sys-
tem is running it will cause serious
damage to the Heater, which will not
be covered under warranty.
19. Remove all foods and items that may cause
odors from cabinets and refrigerator.
20. Clean and defrost the refrigerator. Prop the
door open slightly to allow any odors to dis-
sipate. Place an open box of baking soda
inside the refrigerator to help absorb odors.
Slide prop 'bolt' outward to prop door
open for ventilation during storage periods.
21. Have the vehicle chassis completely serviced
and lubricated. Be sure radiator antifreeze
protection level is sufficient for the lowest
anticipated temperatures.
22. Wash and wax the coach.
23. Inspect all seams and seals around doors,
windows, vents, and any other joints.
Replace or repair any that are damaged.
Sealing materials and compounds can be
purchased from your dealer. Badly damaged
weather seals may need to be replaced by
your dealer.
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24. Close all windows and roof vents. Protect all
appliance vent openings from contamination
by animals or insects (e.g. bird nests, wasp
nests, etc.)
25. Lubricate all door hinges and locks.
26. Clean the interior of the coach. Dirt and
stains are more easily removed when fresh.
27. Fully charge the batteries. Batteries must
have at least 80% charge to survive freez-
ing temperatures and long period of non-
use. We recommend that you connect a bat-
tery charger or plug in the shoreline once a
month during long-term storage periods to
maintain battery charge and to avoid sulfat-
ing. If connecting a charger directly to bat-
teries, turn the Aux. Battery switch off to
avoid electrical arcing when attaching and
detaching charger clamps.
28. After charging batteries, turn the Aux. Bat-
tery Switch off to disconnect the batteries
and avoid parasitic drain.
NOTE: We do not recommend leaving the shore-
line plugged in continuously during stor-
age periods because the batteries can
lose electrolytic fluids and become dam-
aged from continuous charging without
periodic use. We recommend following
regular battery inspection and mainte-
nance, especially in cold weather. See
"Battery Maintenance" on page 6-10
this section.
RV ANTIFREEZE WATER LINE
WINTERIZATION SYSTEMS
Manual Winterization Valve - Standard
Your coach is equipped with a manually
operated water line winterization system for
your convenience in winterizing fresh water
lines.
The system features a diverter valve and
draw tube in-line between the tank and water
pump, and uses the water pump to draw non-
toxic RV water system antifreeze into the water
lines. This feature is located near the water pump
and drain valves.
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