Every Three Months or 3,000 Miles
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Inspect and reseal.
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Check propane lines for leaks.
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Check wheel nuts at specified intervals to
listed torque values. Re-torque as needed.
Refer to the axle manufacturer’s manual.
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Check, clean, tighten and lubricate battery
cables.
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If applicable, compare refrigerator pilot
flame with ideal flame. Refer to the
refrigerator OEM operator’s manual for ideal
flame. Have cleaned and adjusted as
necessary by a qualified RV technician.
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If applicable, compare water heater pilot
flame with ideal flame. Refer to the water
heater OEM operator’s manual for ideal
flame. Have cleaned and adjusted as
necessary by a qualified technician.
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Drain and sanitize fresh water system.
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Examine the tires for unusual wear, sidewall
defects from possible cuts, bulging and
abrasions.
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Have brakes adjusted by a qualified service
technician.
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Inspect propane cylinders for rust, pits,
gouges, scrapes or sharp dents. Repaint
cylinders if rust is present.
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If applicable, inspect refrigerator
combustion seals. Have cleaned and
adjusted as necessary by a qualified RV
technician. Inspect refrigerator door
seals.
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Lubricate hitch ball (if applicable)
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Lubricate tongue jack (if applicable)
Every Six Months or 6,000 Miles
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Check pipe connections for tightness.
Tighten if necessary. Lubricate all moving
parts on the entrance steps.
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Clean and lubricate stabilizer jacks.
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Clean drains with approved drain cleaners.
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Have suspension system serviced by a
qualified service technician.
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Inspect and reseal.
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Inspect wheels for cracks, dents or
distortion.
–
Lubricate entrance and baggage door locks.
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Perform routine preventative maintenance
on entire trailer and all component parts.
Every Year or 12,000 Miles
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Inspect and reseal.
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Check water pump connections and
mountings for tightness.
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Clean city water entry strainer.
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If applicable, have brakes inspected and
serviced by a qualified technician.
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If applicable, have furnace inspected and
serviced by a qualified RV technician.
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Have propane system inspected and
serviced by a qualified technician.
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If applicable, have the refrigerator inspected
and serviced by a qualified RV technician.
–
Manually operate the pressure-temperature
control lever on the water heater.
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Perform routine preventative maintenance
on entire trailer and all component parts.
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Repack wheel bearings.
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Replace battery on the carbon monoxide
detector.
–
If applicable, rotate fluorescent tubes in the
light fixtures.
Every Five Years
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Replace propane and carbon monoxide
detectors.
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SECTION 9
STORAGE & MAINTENANCE
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