Storing Your Unit; Winterizing; Air Pressure - Jayco Jay Feather 2005 Owner's Manual

Depending upon your area and where your unit is stored, your camper may be a target for
damage from rodents and insects. To protect your camper, never leave food inside the unit
and ensure that all surfaces are clean. You may want to place rodent control products in the
unit during periods of storage. Mice and other rodents can do a tremendous amount of
damage to the tent (if applicable), drapes, cushions, etc. particularly during the winter
months. Storing units in fields make them particularly inviting to rodents. Periodically
inspect your unit during storage and seal off any areas which can offer an entry point to
rodents or insects. Please remember to remove any screens or tape you have used to seal
openings before you use the camper again. Special interest publications, such as articles
and books offered through TL Enterprises (Trailer Life, Motorhome, etc.) can offer
additional and practical advice on the proper storage of your camper. Damage from rodents
or insects is not covered under your Jayco Limited Warranty.
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NOTE: When storing your travel trailer, it is recommended that the battery be
unhooked to avoid draining the battery.

WINTERIZING

Preparing your recreation vehicle for winter is very important for most states and Canada.
Failure to prepare the coach will cause the supply lines and the water heater to freeze
causing breakage. Repairs due to freezing are not be covered under the terms of your Jayco
Limited Warranty.
Please keep in mind that your towable RV was not designed for use during sub-freezing
weather.
There is no commodity or product that can be added to the fresh water system to ensure
freeze protection while the system is in use, other than RV antifreeze. Do not drink water
that contains antifreeze. This includes non-toxic RV antifreeze.
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WARNING: Do not use Ethylene Glycol (automotive antifreeze) or
Methanol (windshield washer antifreeze) in your fresh water system.
They are harmful to the water system and may be fatal if swallowed.
There are two methods for winterizing your trailer. Please read, understand and follow all
instructions before beginning.

Air Pressure

This method will utilize an air hose to blow excess water from the water lines.
1. Make sure all holding tanks are empty.
2. Run the pump until it is dry, this will take approximately 15-20 seconds.
3. Using an air hose and adapter, blow air through the city water connection.
4. Leave the faucets, drains and toilets open. Any remaining water will blow out in five
to ten minutes.
5. Pour one cup of non-toxic RV antifreeze into all drain P-traps.
Jay Feather Conventional Travel Trailer

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