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SECTION 3 — EXTERIOR & INTERIOR CARE
CAMELOT 2007
Careful placement of a small heat source
in the interior will help control moisture.
Desiccate lter systems will help remove
interior moisture.
If AC power is not available, turn the
chassis battery disconnect switch
OFF.
If possible, store the motorhome inside a
storage building.
If stored outside,
inspect all seams and
seals twice a month for possible leakage.
Store the motorhome with a full fuel tank
to minimize moisture condensing at top
of fuel tank.
Vents and windows should be closed to
prevent wind driven rain entrance.
Tires should be stored at maximum
ination pressure.
A full interior inspection for water leaks
should be made twice a month. Be sure
to check behind all cabinet doors and
drawers.
Long Term
Long term storage of the motorhome can be
dened as leaving a motorhome unattended for
a period of thirty days or more. A motorhome
requires protection from the elements just
as a house or a car would. When left out in
the environment without proper storage or
maintenance, a motorhome, house or car
is vulnerable to the moisture and oxidation
processes inherent in the environment.
NOTE
The natural process of condensation
will occur with temperature changes
of 30º F or more in one day. Humidity
readings of 60% or greater will allow
the accumulated moisture to remain for
extended periods of time.
If AC power is not available in storage area:
Turn
OFF all appliances.
Turn
OFF the interior battery cut-out
switch.
If possible, situate the motorhome so the
batteries remain accessible. This allows a
battery to be charged or replaced without
moving the motorhome.
Charge the batteries to a full state of
charge.
If applicable, cancel the Automatic
Generator Start program.
Turn the main battery disconnects
OFF.
When stored outside, check battery
voltage while the motorhome is in
storage.
Preventive measures should be used
if the voltage readings are low. When
using preventative measures, taking the
motorhome out of storage or moving the
motorhome in case of emergency is a
much easier process.
NOTE
Batteries in a low state of charge will
readily freeze. Freezing will damage the
battery.
If AC power is available:
The chassis battery disconnect switch should
remain
ON. The inverter will charge both house
and engine battery banks. A 30 Amp shore
power service will be more than adequate.
CAUTION
A 20 Amp service using light duty
extension cords and the required
adapters create serious voltage losses.
Line voltage loss and the resistance
at each electrical connection is a
hazardous combination and should be
avoided. Damage to sensitive electronic
equipment may result!
Type of surface to park and store the
motorhome on:
Avoid parking the motorhome on a grass
or gravel surface to prevent moisture
accumulation.
Concrete pads seal the surface and allow
better ventilation under the motorhome.
Storage buildings with concrete oors, or
heated storage facilities, greatly reduce
the amount of moisture accumulation and
protects the motorhome from moisture
damage.
Outdoor Storage Area:
The interior should be heated to help
prevent mold and mildew growth.
Moisture removing desiccate lter
systems are available from hardware and
RV supply stores. Place the lter system
inside the motorhome to reduce interior
moisture condensation or humidity.
Proper winterization of the fresh water
system will prevent potential damage in
extreme cold.
Ultraviolet radiation affects soft goods
and rubber products such as privacy
curtains, window shades and tires. These
items should be protected. Store Day/
Night Shades in the Up position.
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