Reactivating The Motor Home After Storage - Fleetwood Coronado Owner's Manual

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REACTIVATING THE
MOTOR HOME AFTER STORAGE
If the motor home was properly and carefully prepared
for storage, taking it out of storage will not be difficult.
The following procedure check list assumes that you
stored the motor home with care. If you didn't, and
extensive freeze damage or other serious deterioration
has occurred, please consult your dealer or an autho-
rized Fleetwood Service Center for advice.
o
Thoroughly inspect the outside of the vehicle.
Look for animal nests in wheel wells, under the
hood, in air cleaner or in other out of the way
places.
D
Remove all appliance vents, ceiling vent and air
conditioner coverings. Be sure all furnace, water
heater, and
refrigerator openings are clear and free of debris
or insect nests, webs, etc.
D
Open all doors and compartments. Check for
animal or
insect intrusion, water damage, or other deterio-
ration.
D
Check all chassis fluid levels-engine oil, engine
coolant, power steering fluid, brake fluid, trans-
mission fluid, rear axle oil.
o
Check charge level in batteries. Refill and re-
charge as necessary. Reinstall batteries if neces-
sary. Be sure cable ends and terminals are clean
and free of corrosion.
D
Check tire pressures. Reinflate to specified cold
pressure.
D
Remove covering from inside windows.
D
Open vents and windows for ventilation.
D
Be sure engine instruments indicate proper read-
ings. Run engine up to operating temperature.
Shut engine down. Check all fluids. Top up if
necessary.
D
During engine run, check the operation of head-
lights, tail-lights, turn signals, backup lights,
clearance lights, license plate light, emergency
flashers. Operate the vehicle air conditioner. If air
conditioner does not work, or unusual sounds
occur, have the system checked by a qualified air
conditioner technician.
o
Drain, flush, and sanitize the fresh water system
as outlined in the "PLUMBING" chapter. Inspect
the drain hose for leaks. Replace if necessary-
repairs are usually not effective.
o
Install a new water purifier cartridge (if equipped).
D
Operate all faucets and fixtures in the fresh water
system. Check for leaks at all joints and fittings.
Repair if necessary.
o
Check 12-volt circuit breakers and inspect fuses.
o
Operate all 12-volt lights and accessories.
o
Install new batteries in battery-operated devices.
Check operator's manual for each device for
additional requirements.
D
Test carbon monoxide, LP gas and smoke detec-
tors.
o
Check monitor panel operation.
D
Open and operate vents and vent fans, including
the range hood fan.
D
Inspect the 120-volt electrical system - power
cord, converter, all outlets, and any exposed
wiring. If defects are found, refer service to your
dealer or an authorized Fleetwood Service Cen-
ter.
D
Prepare the generator for operation following
instructions in the generator operating manual in
your Owner's Information Package.
D
Start and run generator.