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CLASS C MOTORHOME
16 STORING YOUR RV
All systems, components and appliances should be
inspected and repaired prior to storage.
Checklist:
1. Fill fuel tanks to reduce excessive build-up of
moisture in the fuel tanks.
2. Check coolant level and add anti-freeze if
required, to protect to the lowest expected
temperature during storage.
3. Change engine oil to the recommended viscos-
ity to aid cold weather starting.
4. Park motorhome as level as possible, end to
end and side to side.
5. Ensure that battery has a full charge, then
disconnect both the main and auxiliary batteries
via the battery disconnect switch. (optional)
Charge monthly.
6. Wash motorhome. If exposed to road salts, the
exterior and underside should be thoroughly
washed and flushed.
7. Remove all perishables and anything which
may freeze (canned goods, medicine, etc.).
Leave the refrigerator door open. Be sure
controls are turned off.
8. To ventilate living area, open drawers, cabinets,
closets, etc..
9. Drain the holding tanks, toilet and living area
water system. Deodorize and allow to dry.
Turn off the water heater. Drain fresh water
tank and water heater. Winterize (to store)
water system as detailed in Water System
Winterization on page 17-2.
10. Remove water filter and put inside where it will
not freeze.
11. Turn off LP gas tank valve.
12. Make sure furnace manual valve and thermo-
stat are set at off, range/oven burners at off,
fridge and oven at off.
13. Add RV anti-freeze (1/2 cup each) to the
kitchen, bathroom and shower drains.
14. Check engine transmission and motor generator
(if equipped) for evidence of oil leaks.
15. Before moving, run engine at least two minutes
with the transmission selector in park position.
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