Exterior Sealants; Sealant Renewal; Exterior Graphics Care; Vinyl Front End Mask (If Equipped) - Fleetwood 2012 Discovery Owner's Manual

Maintenance
This section outlines the procedures you must

Sealant Renewal

follow to maintain the weatherproof integrity of
your motor home. Leak damage caused by fail-
ure to inspect and maintain the roof, vents,
TV/satellite antenna and molding seals may
affect your warranty coverage.
The adhesives and sealants used in the construc-
tion of your motor home were developed to
remain waterproof under sustained effects of
weather and vibration. However, even the finest
materials will eventually dry out and lose their
effectiveness.
Your dealer can perform the resealing inspection
and work for you. Your dealer also has current
information on sealants used in your motor
home, and can recommend the appropriate
sealants for you if you prefer to do this work
yourself. Always use the recommended sealants.

NOTE
Failure to seal could cause serious damage and will
affect your warranty coverage.

EXTERIOR SEALANTS

Consult your Fleetwood Motor Home dealer for
the most current sealant use.
Windshield
Window sealant
Roof sealant
The pressure sensitive graphics installed on the

Exterior Graphics Care

exterior surfaces of your motor home require little
maintenance and should be treated similarly to a
painted surface. Here are some guidelines to help
you keep your exterior graphics looking like new.
1. Wash your graphics with any mild car
wash soap solution. Be sure to rinse thor-
oughly.
2. Keep high-pressure wash nozzles at least
1 ⁄ feet from the edge of the graphics.
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High pressure spray may cause the edge of
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the graphic to lift and peel away from the
wall surface.
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3. Test any cleaning solution on a small sec-
tion of the graphic before using the clean-
ing solution on a larger surface.
4. Do not use any aromatic solvents such as
acetone, MEK, toluene, paint thinner, lac-
quer thinner on your graphics. Any solvent
of this type may soften or smear colors.
5. Do not paint over the graphics with clear or
any other type of paint.
6. Do not let gasoline or other fuels drip or
stay on graphics for any length of time. If a
spill occurs, wipe off and rinse with water
immediately.
7. Do not apply wax over graphics, especially
if the wax contains any petroleum distil-
lates. Wax that has dried between stripes
can be removed by softening it with rub-
bing (isopropyl) alcohol and cotton swabs.
Be sure to rinse the area after cleaning.
8. Be careful when storing your motor home.
The graphic materials should be protected
from prolonged direct sunlight and heat.
VINYL FRONT END MASK
The front end vinyl mask must be removed peri- (If Equipped)
odically. Paint damage may occur if the mask is
left on while wet for long periods of time. Never
store your coach with the front end mask
attached. The mask is designed for use while
traveling. Always keep your front end mask
clean. To better protect your RV's finish, wax
the area to be covered by your front end mask.
Keep moving parts, hinges and latches adjusted Windows, Doors, Vents and Locks
and maintained. Lubricate with a light oil at
least once a year. Check and tighten the screws
holding the windows in place as required. Clean
screens by gently wiping with a damp cloth or
soft flat brush. Not all screens are easily remov-
able, and can be destroyed and will probably
have to be replaced.
Inspect the sealants around doors and win-
dows every three months. See Sealant
Lubricate locksets in doors and exterior storage
Renewal section.