General Care And Maintenance - Taxa Outdoors Mantis 2021 Owner's Manual

GENERAL CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Regular care & maintenance of your habitat is important in furthering safety and dependability. Keep good records of all service
and maintenance performed on your Mantis. These records may be necessary for limited warranty purposes or may assist in
future repairs. Always refer to the manufacturers' care and maintenance recommendations for installed appliances.
exterior finish ... your habitat's exterior is made of painted aluminum composite panels, which are durable and easy to maintain.
Aluminum is lightweight and relatively soft, naturally showing wear over time. Cosmetic marks are intrinsic to aluminum and do
not constitute a fault in material or defect in workmanship. Routine maintenance is the best way to minimize and guard against
cosmetic changes due to weathering. Wash the habitat exterior with a soft cloth, warm water and soap thoroughly, paying
special attention to the graphics. Never use strong solvents or abrasives when cleaning. Also, be aware that power buffers and
high pressure washers may damage or totally remove the graphics. See also the following summary of do's and don'ts:
Do use soft cloths to clean
Do be careful around graphics, washing with the graphics, not against them.
Do not use products containing ammonia or caustic, harsh cleaning agents.
Do not use high-pressure washers, rotating brushes (i.e. in-car wash facilities), or power buffers.
Do not dry wipe surfaces
Do not use rubbing compounds.
frame and chassis .... Over time, various weather and climate conditions may lead to corrosion your habitat frame and chassis.
Be sure to rinse the habitat undercarriage, wheel wells, hitch and bumper of all dirt, oil, tar, salt and other debris periodically and
as needed. Remember to routinely inspect for evidence of rust. Do so frequently when camping in or near coastal regions.
hitch couplers ... Inspect hitch couplers before each trip. Clean and lubricate the ball socket and clamp monthly using wheel
bearing grease. If hitch assembly and coupler appears damaged in any way, contact your dealer and resolve the problem before
travel.
safety chains ... Inspect safety chains before each trip. Replace them before travelling if they are damaged or compromised in
any way.
jack ... Inspect and test the jack before each trip. Clean and lightly apply oil periodically and as needed. If your jack needs
repair or other service, see a qualified technician.
tires and wheels ... inspect your habitat tires, checking air pressure regularly and before each trip. Keep them inflated to
recommended pressure, which is located on the tire sidewall. Keep a tire gauge in your tow vehicle or habitat. Have the tires
rotated by a qualified technician at least every 5,000 miles.
brake adjustment ... have your habitat's electric brakes adjusted after the first 200 miles. Have them tested for brake drag
every 3 months or 3000 miles, whichever is earlier. When adjusting brakes on any vehicle, either replace or adjust all brakes at
the same time, or at least both brakes on the same axle. Qualified service personnel should perform all required work on brakes.
sealants ... Inspect all sealants/seals (i.e. doors, windows, plumbing components, undercarriage) every ninety (90) days, when
the seasons change, and before each trip. During your inspection, look for cracks, voids, shrinkage, and any other sign of
deterioration. Replace sealant where necessary, using the same type of sealant. Contact your dealer or Taxa Inc. for
suggestions concerning replacement sealants.
tent sides ... you may clean your habitat tent sides periodically with warm soap and water and then dry. The tent sides are
made out of waterproof, flame retardant, breathable, Ultra-violet treated, high-performance material. While very durable, no
fabric lasts forever. The best storage procedure, if the habitat is stored out of doors, is to park it under the cover of a roof, habitat,
cover or tarp Keep your tent sides dry when possible to avoid prolonged exposure to mildew, which may damage them. If you
have mildew, use the following recipe:
Mix 1 cup of salt, 1 cup of lemon juice, and 1 gallon of hot water
Wash moldy/mildew areas of the tent with a sponge
Let dry
Be aware that wind, water, sun, pollution, debris and neglect may all degrade your tent side fabric over time. Have the tent side
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