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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 viscosity to aid cold weather starting.
4. Check generator motor for oil leaks.
5. Park motorhome as level as possible, end to end and side to side.
6. Ensure that batteries are fully charged, then disconnect both the main and auxiliary batteries. For maximum battery
life recharge monthly.
7. If exposed to road salts, the exterior and underside should be thoroughly washed and ushed.
8. Remove all perishables and anything which may freeze (canned goods, medicine, etc.). Leave the refrigerator door
open. Be sure controls are turned o.
9. Drain the holding tanks, toilet and fresh water system. Deodorize and allow to dry. Turn o the water heater. Drain
fresh water tank and water heater. Winterize (to store) water system as detailed in Water System Winterization in section
17-2.
10. Remove the water purier lter and put it where it will not freeze.
11. Turn o LP gas tank valve.
12. Turn o all appliance valves and thermostats.
13. Turn battery disconnect switch to "o" position. (10.3.6)
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