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14 STORING YOUR RV
All systems, components and appliances should be
inspected and repaired prior to storage.
Checklist:
1. Park trailer as level as possible, end to end and
side to side.
2. Ensure that battery has a full charge and
disconnect cables. Charge monthly.
3. Wash trailer. If exposed to road salts, the
exterior and underside should be thoroughly
washed and flushed.
4. Remove all perishables and anything which
may freeze (canned goods, medicine, etc.).
Leave the refrigerator door open. Be sure
controls are turned off.
5. To ventilate living area, open drawers, cabinets,
closets, etc..
6. 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 in Section 15.1.
7. Remove water filter and put inside where it will
not freeze.
8. Turn off LP gas tank valve.
9. Make sure furnace manual valve and thermo-
stat are set at off, range/oven burners at off,
fridge and oven at off.
10. Add RV anti-freeze (1/2 cup each) to the
kitchen, bathroom and shower drains.
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