Jayco Kiwi Travel Trailer 2003 Owner's Manual page 47

COMPONENT MAINTENANCE
Brakes It is important to have the brakes
adjusted between 200-1,000
miles after the initial break-in
period by a qualified techni-
cian. This operation may or
may not be included as part of
the selling price.
After the initial break-in, it is
recommended to adjust the
brakes after each 3,000 miles or
at the beginning of each season's
camping trips.
Brake Linings Refer to the manufacturer's
owner's manual for instructions
on maintenance and repair for
brake linings.
NOTE: Canadian transporta-
tion laws require that brake
linings be replaced if there is
any cracking for semi-tractor
and trailers only.
not apply to recreation vehicles.
LP Gas System Beginning of each camping trip:
1. Inspect all gas lines for
crimps and road damage.
2. Check all lines and connec-
tions for leakage with soapy
water or leak detector.
3. Have the regulator checked
and adjusted to the proper
pressure once per year by a
qualified dealer.
Appliances Various items on these appli-
ances need to be cleaned peri-
odically, such as burner orifices,
etc. See
manufacturer's owner's manu-
als for directions or consult your
dealer.
AVOID
Poorly adjusted brakes
will not function cor-
rectly.
This does
DO NOT smoke while
changing bottles or any
lines.
DO NOT allow connec-
tions to become loose.
DO NOT use steel wool,
ammonia, acids, or abra-
sives on chrome or por-
individual celain surfaces.
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COMPONENT MAINTENANCE
Air Conditioner Inspect and tighten the mount-
ing bolts holding the air condi-
tioner once per year.
Remove the inside air box to
inspect and check the mounting
bolts.
Sealants All sealants used in construction
See Fig. 8-6 & 8-7 can deteriorate from U.V. expo-
sure, air pollution, freezing tem-
peratures and other exposure to
weather elements.
Tape sealants used around doors,
windows, and extrusions are
subject to dry out conditions by
sunlight and will allow water
seepage when they deteriorate.
(Fig. 8-4 & 8-5)
Inspect sealants at least two
times each year and look for
voids, dried out, cracking and/
or peeling conditions. Reseal as
necessary or at least one time
each year. Contact your dealer
for the appropriate sealant to
use.
Fig. 8-4
AVOID
Do not over tighten the
mounting bolts.
Using poor quality seal-
ing materials. Ignoring
sealed areas.
Fig. 8-5
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