Hydraulic Fluid; Appliances; Bath Fixtures; Bathtub Seal - Thor Motor Coach 2011 Avanti Owner's Manual

Chapter 10 - Care and Maintenance

HYDRAULIC FLUID

APPLIANCES

BATH FIXTURES

BATHTUB SEAL

BEDSPREAD &
DRAPERIES

CARPET

CO DETECTOR
HIGH PRESSURE
LAMINATE
COUNTERTOP

HARDWARE

KITCHEN FIXTURES

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Check fluid levels. If levels are low, take to your dealer to have the motorhome serviced
by a qualified RV technician.
The following instructions are guidelines for the care and maintenance of your motorhome.
Please refer back to the products Owner's Manual for more information on the care and
maintenance of that product.
Be sure to remove all food and ice from the refrigerator at the end of each trip. Prop the
doors open slightly to keep the interior dry and free of mold, mildew, and odors.
Make sure to read all literature provided with each of the appliances and follow the
maintenance instructions included. Pay particular attention to any cautions or warnings
included.
Clean your tub/shower, sinks, and toilets as you would at home. A nonabrasive cleaner
is recommended. When cleaning mirrors or shower doors, a vinegar and water solution
works very well to remove hard water spots and stains.
Inspect every 90 days and reseal as necessary. Use a clear silicone sealant.
We recommend dry cleaning for your bedspread and draperies just as you would for
your draperies and comforters at home. Although this is more expensive, proper care of
material will help ensure a longer life. Care of headboard and bedroom valance fabric
should be done with same instructions given for upholstery fabrics. Laundering and
improper cleaning may result in fabric shrinking, fading or deteriorating prematurely.
Read the label on the bedspread for proper cleaning.
Professional cleaning is recommended for major cleaning. Frequent vacuuming is
recommended to remove daily accumulations.
Test the detector operation after vehicle has been in storage, before each trip, and at
least once a week during use. Push the test button until a short beep (about 2 seconds)
is heard. Release the button. The detector then resumes normal operation. In normal
operation, the detector will flash the red LED once every thirty seconds.
High-pressure laminate counter tops are quite easy to keep clean. Waxing is not necessary.
Glass rings, food spills, water spots and smudges usually wipe off with a damp cloth or
sponge. Stubborn stains can be removed with a spray cleaner. Laminated surfaces resist
alcohol, fruit acids, cosmetics and most household chemicals. It is better to avoid contact
with dyes, strong laundry bleaches and bluing solutions. Indelible inks used on food
packages may leave a stain so take care when unpacking groceries on a damp counter
top.
Sharp knives can damage the finish so confine slicing to a good cutting board. The
counter top resists moderate heat and boiling water. Pots and pans straight from the
oven or broiler should be placed on hot pads. Keep irons on an ironing board and lighted
cigarettes in an ashtray. For lasting beauty, avoid using harsh abrasives, scouring powders,
peroxides or bleaches. These can dull surfaces, making the counter top more likely to
accept stains.
Wipe clean as you would for daily cleaning. Use a nonabrasive cleaner to avoid damaging
the finish.
To clean, wipe with a soft damp cloth. Warm water will remove dry water spots. Do not
use cleansers which contain abrasive or harsh chemicals. Never use alcohol or other
organic solvents.