Care & Maintenance
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WINDSOR3•92
If the motorhome was properly and carefully prepared for storage, removing it from
storage will not be difficult. The following checklist pertains to items or areas which
should be checked before operating or moving the motorhome. If the motorhome
was not properly winterized, extensive freeze damage or other serious deterioration
may have occurred. Consult a dealer or an authorized service center for advice.
• Thoroughly inspect the outside of motorhome. Look for animal nests in
the wheel wells or in other out of the way places.
• Remove all appliance flue vent covers, ceiling vent covers and air con-
ditioning covers. Be sure the refrigerator openings are free of debris,
insect nests, webs, etc.
• Open all doors and compartments. Check for animal or insect intrusion,
water damage or other types of damage which may have occurred.
• Check the state of charge of the batteries. If necessary fill the cells with
distilled water only and charge as necessary. Inspect the cable ends and
terminals. They should be clean and free of corrosion.
• Check all the chassis fluid levels: engine oil, engine coolant, hydraulic
fluid reservoir, transmission oil and rear axle oil.
• Start the engine, allowing it to reach operating temperature. Ensure the
engine instruments are indicating proper readings.
• While the engine is running check the operation of headlights, tail lights,
turn signals, back-up lights, license plate light and emergency flasher.
Operate the dash air conditioner. If the air conditioner does not work, or
the compressor makes unusual noises, have the system checked by a quali-
fied air conditioner technician.
• Shut the engine down. Adjust or add fluids as necessary. Inspect the
engine for fluid leaks. Look under the motorhome for any other type of
fluid leaks.
• Drain, sanitize and flush the fresh water system as outlined in the
Water Section. Inspect the sewer drain hose and connections for leaks.
Replace if necessary.
• Operate all faucets and fixtures in the fresh water system. Run a suffi-
cient amount of fresh water through all the water lines and faucets to
thoroughly purge any potable antifreeze from the fresh water system.
NOTE: Discard at least the first two trays of ice from the icemaker
to ensure the ice does not contain traces of antifreeze or other con-
taminates.
• Open cabinet doors and drawers inspecting for water leaks at joints or
fittings. Repair as necessary.
• Operate all 12 Volt lights and accessories. If something does not work
there may be a bad 12 Volt circuit breaker or blown fuse.
• Install new batteries in battery operated safety detectors or devices. Test
the carbon monoxide, LP-Gas and smoke detectors for proper operation.
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