Reactivating The Motor Home After Storage - Fleetwood Bounder 1991 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 exten-
sive freeze damage or other serious deterioration has
occurred, please consult your dealer or an authorized
Fleetwood Service Center for advice.
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Thoroughly Inspect the outside ·ofthe vehicle.
Look for animal nests in wheel wells, under the
hood, in air cleaner or in other out of the way
places.
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Remove all appliance vents, ceiling vent and air
conditioner coverings. Be sure all furnace, water
. heater, and
refrigerator openings are clear and free of de-
bris or insect nests, webs, etc.
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Open all doors and compartments. Check for
animal,or '
insect Intrusion, water damage, or other deterio-
ration.
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Check all chassis fluid levels - engine oil, en-
gine coolant, power steering fluid, brake fluid,
transmission fluid, rear axle 011.
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Check charge level In batteries. Refill and re-
charge as necessary. Reinstall batteries If nec-
. essary, Be sure cable ends and terminals are
clean and free of corrosion.
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Check
ti~e
pressures. Reinflate to specified cold
.. pressure.
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Remove covering from Inside windows.
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0pen vents and windows for ventilation.
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Be sure engine instruments indicate proper
readings. Run engine up to operating tempera-
ture. Shut engine down. Check all fluids. Top up if
necessary.
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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.
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Drain, flush, and
sanJti~
the fresh water system
as outlined in the
"PLUMBING"
chapter. In-
spect the drain hose for leaks. Replace
if
naces-
~ry-
repairs are usually not effective.
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Install a new water purifier cartridge (if
equipped).
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Operate all faucets and fixtures in the fresh water
system. Check for leaks at all joints and fittings.
Repair If necessary. '
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Check 12-volt circuit breakers and inspect fuses.
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Operate all 12-volt lights and accessories.
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Install new batteries in battery-operated de-
vices. Check operator's manual for each device
for additional requirements.
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Test carbon monoxide,
LP
gas and smoke de-
tectors.
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Check monitor panel operation.
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Open and operate vents and vent fans, including
the range hood fan.
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Inspect the 120-volt electrical systerri- power
cord, converter, all ciUtiets, and any exposed
Wiring. If defects are found, refer service to your
dealer or an authorized Fleetwood Service Cen-
ter. ,,' .... "
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Prepare the generator for operation following in-
, structions in the generator operating manual in
your OWner's Information Package.
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Start and run generator.