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If your park trailer is equipped with a roof
ladder, do not leave items attached to it
while traveling. The ladder has a weight
limit of 350# when using it to access the
roof. DO NOT exceed this weight limit.
S
EALANTS
Failure to properly maintain or reseal your
park trailer may result in serious water
damage to the roof and other parts of the
park trailer. This damage is not covered by
the Towable Limited Warranty.
To check the exterior sidewall sealants,
use a stepladder placed safely beside the
park trailer. Do not prop a ladder against
the body of the park trailer as it may
Water is a park trailer's worst enemy when it
enters where it is not intended. Sealants
perform a very important function; they must
be
inspected
closely
maintained.
We
incorporate
many
types
of
sealants,
butyl/putty,
black
encapsulated foam, silicone (clear
and colored), roof sealant, foam,
etc. In general, sealants do not
have
"set"
lifetimes.
environmental factors affect the
pliability
and
adhesiveness
sealants.
Sealants
can
be
ultraviolet exposure, air pollution,
extreme
temperatures
exposure
to
other
Conditions such as rain, salt, dust
and pollution may increase the
need to maintain your park trailer's
sealants. Checking the sealants is
considered customer maintenance.
and
be
regularly
different
including
butyl-
Varying
of
affected
by
and
elements.
STORAGE & MAINTENANCE
It is recommended that you or your dealer
Inspect all sealants a minimum of every six
months. Make sure to check the roof and all
four sides of the park trailer including all
moldings, windows, doors, vents and exterior
attachments. Reseal as necessary and at
least one time each year as preventative
maintenance.
Replace sealant and cap seal if you notice
any
cracks,
gaps,
peeling, shrinkage, voids or any sign of
physical
deterioration. Complete
repairs immediately to prevent damage to
your park trailer.
Always use the same type of sealant
originally used to build your park trailer.
Consult your dealer for assistance with
the proper sealant(s) to use on the
specific area(s) of your park trailer.
If you notice water inside the park trailer,
immediately have the dealer check for the
source of the leak. Failure to correct the
leak may result in serious damage to your
park trailer; this damage may not be
warrantable.
Although the following diagrams may not
accurately reflect the exact model of your park
trailer, make sure you inspect all sealants as
indicated in the text. If you have questions
and/or need assistance with sealing your park
trailer, consult with your dealer.
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looseness,
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