Motorhome Maintenance; Exterior Care And Maintenance - Leisure Serenity Owner's Manual

Serenity / Libero Motorhome

Motorhome Maintenance

Exterior Care and Maintenance

Roof
The roof is made of a bowed aluminium frame and constructed in a laminated 'sandwich' method. It is strong enough
to support the weight of an average adult should it become necessary to repair the roof or any of the roof mounted
components. It is not recommended to carry large heavy objects on the roof. The additional strain of the weight along
with the movement of the vehicle could cause damage to the roof. Check the roof regularly, especially the sealant
around vents, air conditioners, body-to-roof seams, etc., for possible leaks. Any suspected leaks should be repaired
immediately. Any leakage could result in damage to the interior of the Motorhome.
Underbody
Mud and dirt along with corrosive materials used to control dust or ice on the roads can accumulate underneath your
Motorhome and cause premature deterioration and rusting. In addition, any build up will add unnecessary weight to
the Motorhome. It is recommended that the undercarriage and the entire underbody be rinsed and flushed every time
the Motorhome is washed.
Washing, Waxing and Polishing
Damaging salts, calcium chloride, road tar, tree sap, insects and other foreign material have a way of accumulating on
the body of your motorhome. To reduce the harmful effects of these agents it is recommended that the motorhome be
washed frequently and thoroughly using a mild soap and warm water. Do not wash the exterior in direct sunlight and
never use hot water. Pressure washers are not a good idea as they can loosen decals and sealants. Waxing your RV
is strongly recommended to counter the effect of UV exposure on the exterior fiberglass parts.
Carefully inspect all caulking around windows, doors, and vents as well as all other joints. Re-caulk if necessary
using the correct caulking material from your Leisure Travel Vans dealer. If you notice that water failing to bead on the
surface of your Motorhome it is probably time to polish and wax it. This will not only improve the appearance of your
Motorhome, but will protect the painted surfaces from oxidation and corrosion and make it easier to wash.
These instructions are provided as a general guideline only and may not be complete. To ensure proper service and
safety, always take your Motorhome to an authorized Leisure Travel Vans Dealer service center.
Stripes and Decals
A few hints and precautions on care and maintenance of stripes and decals on your Motorhome.
● Wash with plain soap and warm water. Rinse thoroughly.
● Never wash with high-pressure washer at close range. The force of the water can lift the edges of decals.
● Do not use solvents. They can smear the colors and damage the adhesive.
● Never use lacquer thinner or paint on decals.
● Avoid splashing gasoline or diesel fuel on decals and stripes. Rinse immediately if it happens.
Exterior Lighting
Before each trip, inspect all clearance lights, identification lights, marker lights, stop lights, turn signal lights and backup
lights. Replace burned out bulbs immediately. Keep all light lenses clean with soap and water.
Caution
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