Monarch SE 2004 - Long Term

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Long term storage of the motorhome can be defined 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.
Preventative measures should be taken and preferable situations used when storing
a motorhome. Such measures will aid in protecting and preventing a motorhome
from the damaging effects caused by an accumulation of moisture.
NOTE: The natural process of moisture in the air condensing
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 the motorhome is stored in a location where AC power is not available:
• Turn off all the appliances.
• Turn off 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 available DC Volt meters to make a
quick reference check of the batteries 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.
When using preventative measures, taking the motorhome out of
storage or moving the motorhome in case of an emergency is a much
easier process.
NOTE: Batteries in a low state of charge will readily freeze.
Freezing will damage the battery.
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!
Long Term