Sidewall Vents; Table 23. Sealant Types And Locations For Use - Tiffin Motorhomes VANLEIGH BEACON Owner's Manual

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• If the loose sealant cannot be pulled off by hand, it still has good adhesion to the roof
membrane and should be left alone.
• Using a soft-bristled scrub brush, clean all areas to be resealed with a non-abrasive
household cleaner or degreaser, such as Top Job
IMPORTANT:
• This area must be dry before continuing.
• Solvents should not be used during cleaning. Solvents can damage existing sealant and
may weaken plastic roof components.
• If a whole section of sealant is pulling up, remove the sealant and apply new sealant.
If there are voids in the sealant, apply a generous amount of Alpha Systems 1010 Non-
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Sag Sealant over top of any existing sealant.
NOTE: Only HAPS free based silicone and self leveling lap sealant should come in
contact with the roof membrane.
Your Beacon has a TPO roof.
Roof
Around the 360 vent, the skylights, and the antenna
Front cap and other vertical surfaces
Sides

SIDEWALL VENTS

Water heater, furnace, and refrigerator exterior doors need to be kept clean and free of
obstructions while the appliances (if so equipped) are in use. Inspect the refrigerator and
holding tank vents for blockages from bird or insect nests, spider webs, leaves, etc.
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DO NOT use a pressure washer or a hard bristle brush on the TPO roof.
Table 23. Sealant Types and Locations for Use
location for use
VA N L E I G H B E A c o N
or Spic-N-Span .
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sealant Type
Use only HAPS-free silicone
Self-leveling lap sealant (Dicor)
Non-leveling lap sealant
Trim-Pro brand silicone