Chrome parts
To prevent chrome parts from spotting or
corroding, wash with water, dry thoroughly,
and apply a non-abrasive automotive wax. If
the chrome is severely damaged or pitted, use
a commercially available chrome polish
product.
Metal Surfaces
The metal surfaces can be cleaned as you
would clean your automobile. We recommend
that you do not take your RV through
automatic car washes. Extreme caution
should be used if utilizing any type of pressure
sprayer around all attachments, doors,
windows, appliance vents, etc. Avoid forcing
water inside the unit, which could possibly
damage component parts.
Fiberglass surfaces
Fiberglass can be affected by ultra-violet
exposure, yellowing or fading may occur.
Regular cleaning and waxing will help protect
the exterior. If chalking occurs, wash and try to
wax a small area to see if the luster returns. If
your fiberglass becomes scratched, nicked or
cracked have your RV dealer or automotive
body shop inspect the motorhome and repair.
Check with your insurance agent to see if this
damage is covered under your policy (if
applicable).
RV FRAMES
The RV frames will show signs of rust much
sooner when exposed to salty air than in dry
air. Also, frames receive heavy abuse from
road conditions such as sand, pebbles,
objects in the highway, and/or ice inhibiting
chemicals (all of which will cause chipping and
a blasting effect on the painted surface). It is
necessary to inspect, clean and repaint the
steel members to prevent excessive rust and
ensure a longer life of the frame.
0 Rinse off periodically (or as use requires)
removing road grime, tar, oil, mud or salt.
0 Check the frame for rust, and if found,
clean and paint with rust-preventing paint
such as Rust-Oleum® Rusty Metal Primer.
For more information
Refer to your Chassis Guide. If you have
further questions consult your RV dealer, the
chassis OEM or Jayco Customer Service.
ROOF LADDER
Your RV is equipped with a roof ladder. The RV
roof has decking under the rubber roof
membrane to allow you to walk on the roof
(with caution) to do maintenance.
EXTERIOR ROOF & SIDEWALL VENTS
While you are cleaning the exterior roof
assembly, also inspect the roof vents
(including sealants) for cracks and keep them
clean. Inspect the refrigerator and holding tank
vents for blockages from bird nests, spider
webs, leaves, etc. Water heater, furnace and
refrigerator exterior doors need to be kept
clean and free of obstructions (i.e., insect
nests, mud daubers, etc.) while the appliances
are in use.
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SECTION 9
STORAGE & MAINTENANCE
If your RV is equipped with a roof ladder, do
not leave items attached to it while
traveling. The ladder has a weight limit of
300 lbs. when using it to access the roof.
DO NOT exceed this weight limit.
Do not allow plastic to come into contact
with brake fluid, engine oil, grease, paint
thinner, or battery acid. These will damage
plastic. Use a soft cloth and a mild
detergent solution to wipe away any such
contact.
Use extreme caution if walking on the roof
when it is wet. The roof will be very slippery.
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