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6. Do not let gasoline or other fuels drip or
stay on graphics for any length of time. If a
spill occurs, wipe off and rinse with water
immediately.
7. Do not apply wax over graphics, especially
if the wax contains any petroleum distil-
lates. Wax that has dried between stripes
can be removed by softening it with rub-
bing (isopropyl) alcohol and cotton swabs.
Be sure to rinse the area after cleaning.
8. Be careful when storing your motor home.
The graphic materials should be protected
from prolonged direct sunlight and heat.
Windows, Doors, Vents, and Locks
Keep moving parts, hinges and latches adjusted
and maintained. Lubricate with a light oil at
least once a year. Check and tighten the screws
holding the windows in place as required. Clean
screens by gently wiping with a damp cloth or
soft flat brush. Not all screens are easily remov-
able, and can be destroyed and may need to be
replaced.
Inspect the sealants around doors and win-
dows every three months. See Sealant
Renewal section.
Lubricate locksets in doors and exterior storage
compartments at least annually with powdered
graphite. If the motor home is located at a beach
or is exposed to salt air, more frequent lubrica-
tion may be required.
FIBERGLASS ROOF SYSTEM
Cleaning
Your motor home is equipped with a fiberglass
roof. For normal cleaning, standard household
detergents or cleansers may be used. Use a
nonabrasive, common household detergent and
plenty of water. Be sure to keep the sidewalls
wet to reduce streaking.
Care
The fiberglass roof itself does not require annual
coatings or additional sealants. Periodic washing
with soap and water is all that is required.
Use caution when loading sharp articles on the
roof. If you add accessories or new equipment
on the roof, be sure the installer is qualified to
work on the fiberglass roof material. This is
required under the terms of the warranty.
Repair kits are available through your dealer.
The roof requires special adhesives and material.
!
WARNING
The fiberglass roof material is slippery when it is wet.
A wet surface increases the potential to slip and pos-
sibly fall off the roof. Always use extreme care when
working on the roof performing any activity such as
inspections or repairs.
Sealant Renewal
This section outlines the procedures you must
follow to maintain the weatherproof integrity of
your motor home. Leak damage caused by fail-
ure to inspect and maintain the roof, vents,
TV/satellite antenna and molding seals may
affect your warranty coverage.
The adhesives and sealants used in the construc-
tion of your motor home were developed to
remain waterproof under sustained effects of
weather and vibration. However, even the finest
materials will eventually dry out and lose their
effectiveness.
NOTE
Failure to seal could cause serious damage and will
affect your warranty coverage.
Your dealer can perform the resealing inspection
and work for you. Your dealer also has current
information on sealants used in your motor
home, and can recommend the appropriate
sealants for you if you prefer to do this work
yourself. Always use the recommended sealants.
Maintenance
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