Vehicle Storage - Removal - Winnebago Minni Winni Owner's Manual

SECTION 11 –
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
NOTE: We do not recommend leaving the
shoreline plugged in continuously during
storage.
6. After charging batteries, turn the House/
Coach Battery Disconnect switch off to
disconnect the batteries and avoid parasitic*
drain.
* Parasitic battery drain is the gradual drain
by items connected directly to battery power
such as clocks, radio memory, and the
engine computer.
7. Have the vehicle chassis completely serviced
and lubricated. Be sure radiator antifreeze
protection level is sufficient for the lowest
anticipated temperatures.
8. Wash and wax the coach.
9. 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.
10. Close all windows and roof vents. Protect all
appliance vent openings from contamination
by animals or insects (e.g. bird nest, wasp
nests, etc.)
11. Lubricate all door hinges and locks.
12. Clean the interior of the coach. Dirt and stains
are more easily removed when fresh.
If you are storing your vehicle through the
winter, or in cold climates, extra preparations
must be made to protect equipment and systems
that can be damaged by freezing temperatures.
See "Winterizing Procedures" in Section 7 -
Plumbing.
VEHICLE STORAGE –
REMOVAL
1. Completely air out the motorhome.
2. Have the entire LP gas system checked for
leaks.
3. Check window operation.
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4. Check cabinet and door hinges. Lubricate
with penetrating oil, if necessary.
5. Close all faucets and drain valves that are
open.
6. Add a few gallons of water to the fresh water
tank and turn on the water pump to check for
leaks, especially at fittings.
7. Open all faucets in turn to release trapped air
and check to be sure faucet washers have not
hardened during storage.
8. Sanitize the water system as outlined under
Disinfecting the Fresh Water System in the
Plumbing section, then flush the waterlines
thoroughly with fresh water.
9. Check the toilet for proper operation.
10. Add water to the holding tank using the toilet
flush pedal and galley sink faucet. Check to be
sure dump valves seal tightly.
11. Check around all appliances for obstructions
and ensure that all vent openings are clear.
12. Start refrigerator and check for proper
cooling.
13. Clean wall and counter surfaces.
14. Replace batteries, if necessary, and check out
electrical system to make sure all lights and
electrical components operate.
15. Check tires for proper cold inflation pressure.
See "Vehicle Certification Label" in Section 1
- Introduction.
16. After washing accumulated winter grime
from the vehicle, it is important to carefully
inspect the seams and sealants for separation
or cracks that may have appeared around the
window frames, vents, and any other joints.
See Sealants – Inspection and General
Information at the beginning of this section.
Resealing is quite simple and the material is
quickly and easily applied. Appropriate
compounds are available from your dealer.
See the Sealants – Recommended Application
page in the Supplement Manual provided in
your InfoCase.
Also inspect weather seals around doors, etc.,
and if necessary, have a dealer replace
immediately.