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RUBBER ROOF SYSTEM
Cleaning
For normal cleaning, standard household detergents or
cleansers may be used: Use a non-abrasive, common
household detergent and plenty of water. Be sure to
keep the sidewalls wet to reduce streaking. Road tar, .
tree sap or other stubborn stains can be removed with
a soft rag and xylene.
WARNING
XYLENE IS A FLAMMABLE LIQUID. USE
EXTREME CARE WHEN HANDLING AND
USING. DO NOT EXPOSE TO OPEN FLAME,
SPARK OR SMOKING MATERIAL. DO NOT
IUSE IN UNVENTILATED AREA.
Care
The rubber roof itself does not require annual coatings
()r additional sealants, Periodic washing with soap and
water is all that is required.
The rubber roof material can be cut by sharp objects.
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 rubber roof
material. This is required under the terms of the war-
ranty.
Repair kits are available through you"rdealer. The roof
requires special adhesives and material.
WARNING
RUBBER ROOF MATERIAL IS SLIPPERY
WHEN WET.
Sealant Renewal
The adhesives and sealants used in the construction of
your motor home were developed to remain waterproof
under sustained effects of weather and vibration. How-
ever, even the finest rnaterials will eventually dry out and
lose their effectiveness under constant heat of the sun
and attack by other elements. This section outlines the
procedures you must follow to maintain the weather-
proof integrilyofyour motor home. Leak damage caused
by failure to follow these procedures may affect your
warranty coverage.
Your dealer can perform the resealing inspection and
workforyou. 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.
Door, Window, Roof Component
And Molding Resealing
Inspect the sealants around windows and doors at least
every three months. Also inspect roof vents, other roof
components, . moldings at front and rear caps, and
perimeter molding. If any of the following defects are
evident during inspection, the affected areas must be
resealed.
Excessive amount of sealant protruding from
joints.
Sealant cracked or peeling.
Voids in sealant.
NOTE:Do not sealthe bbfiom flanges of win-
dows and doors. Sealan/voids have been in-
tentionally left in thebottbm flange to provide
exterior drainage in the event of leakage.
If you find any of the above defects:
1. Use a plastic scraper to remove excess sealant.
2. Clean all areas to be resealed With mineral spirits
and clean rags.
WARNING
. MINERAL SPIRITS IS
A
FLAMMABLE LIQ-
UID. USE EXTREME CARE WHEN HAN-
DLING AND USING. DO NOT EXPOSE TO
OPEN FLAME; SPARKS, OR SMOKING MA-
TERIAL. DO NOT USE IN UNVENTILATED
AREAS.
Make sure that all areas to be resealed are absolutely
dry before new sealant is applied.
INTERIOR
Upholstery & Drapes
The upholstery/decor items are made of flame-reta-
rdant material. To . retain the flame retardant nature of
these fabrics, dry clean only.
. .
Frequent vacuuming or light brushing between clean-
ings will help prevent accumulation of dirt and grime.
Use of water-based or detergent based cleaners may
cause shrinking or other fabric damage. Water stains
may become permanent.
WARNING
DO NOT USE LACQUER THINNER, NAIL
POLISH REMOVER, CARBON TETRACHLO-
. RIDE, SPOT REMOVER, GASOLINE, OR
NAPHTHA FOR ANY CLEANING PURPOSE.
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