E X T E R I O R & I N T E R I O R CA R E - 3
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Long Term
Long term storage of the motorhome can be
de ned 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 interior house power using
the battery cut-off 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.
Turn the main battery disconnects OFF.
When stored outside, use the Aladdin
™
system to make a quick reference
check of the battery voltage while
the motorhome is in storage. If the
motorhome is stored outside, solar
panels may offset the parasitic loads.
Preventative measures should be used if
the voltage readings are low. Removing
the motorhome from storage or moving
the motorhome in case of an emergency
will be 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 main battery disconnect switches 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!
Surface types 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.
Cardboard templates can be made for
the windows to protect the interior from
exposure to direct sunlight.
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