It 's almost that time again to pull the camper with the family of mothballs and spend some fun!
Approaches in April, calls to start stacking hit RVer. I am a mobile RV Tech and every spring, I met the same question from all over the country RVer – "What can I do for my device ready for camping season? So I would like some information RV and some simple tips to go to hope, save time and money and make your rig readyRoll!
Awnings
On a sunny day, extend your awning to air. Trapped moisture can print that may damage the fabric and dyes have caused, to use a hose to rinse. You can spot a vinyl fabric with a mild detergent for canvas or cloth, the preferred RV dealer can provide a cleaner. Let it dry before retracting.
Run inside and outside the tent a few times to ensure a smooth operation and verify that theTrip-level locking and all hardware is secure.
Propane System
This is the time to fill your bottles or tanks and check for leaks. Spray a leak detector (available at hardware stores) or soapy water around the ports and controls. If you hit (or smell propane at any time) to see, you should have tested the system. Do not take chances with your propane system – not worth it!
Not too much propane tanks. Propane expands and contractschanges dramatically with temperature. Every ship, the propane must be filled no more than 80%, to allow expansion.
is a serious problem in crowded tanks: All devices for the use of campers propane vapor (not liquid) from the propane tank and contains a certain amount of oil. If a full reservoir, the liquid (oil) can enter the system and some real bad things. I often ruining oil regulation and not clog oil Getting past the regulatory authority mayThe lines on the bus. If you have ever had a "vibrant flame on your stove, or if your oven is working perfect for a hot night, but not on a cold, you can Have oil in the lines!
Batteries
Batteries are finicky things. Some recent years, and other craters are sometimes installed. After recharging the batteries, I use a hydrometer to check specific gravity. All auto parts store sells simple to use meter. Follow the instructions and test the batteries. Remember:a difference of 25 points between the cells means that you have a bad cell and battery is "broken"!
If the batteries are OK, check, clean the connections, make sure they are comfortable and apply anti-corrosion spray.
DC electrical system
Once the batteries are connected, check your DC accessories and lighting. When not working, check fuses and connections. If you find a blown fuse, it must investigate. Mice, squirrels and other creatures can build nests, chew and wiresBecause all types of problems that need really. Do not increase the value of the backup, you can turn a small problem into a large!
If everything looks good, that the converter works correctly. Do this by using a voltmeter to check battery voltage. When the battery is fully charged, it should read around 12 volts 0.6. If you connect power to the ground and the converter starts to work, you should see if 1.5 volts to 1 to raise the lights and the coach in a little 'bright, you should be ready to go.
A / C electrical system
By bus you can put the mainland outlets with a hair dryer, the test load is a good control system. Check GFCI (ground fault circuit interrupter). And 'the little button that you play with the (usually sitting down) in the bathroom. Press the test button and reset button should pop out. If this is the case, press the reset button back until it clicks. If it does,have a problem and must be repaired. Do not run with a defective GFCI. These little gadgets save a lot of lives each year! They are there to protect you and your family.
Sewer Valves
This is one of the most overlooked point to a camper. Before any water in the tanks, make sure the valves all move freely. to run anything but moderate pressure, may indicate a new time. A valve broke black sewer tank is an RV techNightmare and a huge cost to the customer. These valves are under $ 10 and are usually fairly easy to replace.
Water Systems
If the unit has been winterized with antifreeze good quality, the water lines could be sterilized, but a full tank of detention bleach and pills, or other health care products is a good idea. I have my yarn every year. And 'good practice, especially when a large number of stations for the use of GiessenSeason.
Another often overlooked, while de-winter is to change the position of the bypass valve water heater. There are several different types of by-pass valves to know so learn to appreciate your work. The valves in the wrong place is a lot of pain and can not get the impression the water heater is working properly.
The water pump is one of the best tools to help a system leak alarm water. System pressure and listen for a few minutes. If the pump remainsCalm and not kicking in and out, is very likely that the system in order. If you turn on and off, you get the flashlight and check the cables and accessories for water leaks. The only two things that this is the pump and making burp know is to turn off a water leak or a defective pump.
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Boiler (pilot model)
On a lighter model (one that is turned on manually), blowing debrisfireplace (opening where the fire is on) and the burner assembly. can also stop a spider web in the burner assembly of the kettle, so make sure it is clean! Safety glasses and stand back while doing it.
Next, make sure the boiler is full of light and light pilot. If the lights soon after releasing the key, great! However, if the flame is small, the opening must be clean. If the flame is good, but it stays on, unfortunatelyNeed an RV tech to install a new thermocouple or gas valve.
If all goes well, turn the gas valve to "ON". With all the equipment we are looking for a good propane, blue flame. Allow the boiler to get up to temperature and hot water until the heater turns on again. If so, is that you start!
Boiler (light switch or DSI Direct Spark Ignition)
pilot models, as well clean the air. Make sure the water in the tank andSwitch set to "OFF."
The sole owner of the real part since this water heater is the electrode – the Gismo during spark ignition. You must check the distance between the electrode and ground (most devices from 16:03 THS gap of an inch). If the setting needs, you can replace them. You can, but be careful not to break the porcelain around the electrode. If so, you'll certainly need a new one.
Turn on the heater "ON". When it reachesTemperature and runs a bit 'hot. If you turn the heating flame is a beautiful blue, the water is heated, and lights up again, ready to go.
If you heat water and turn the fight for the light or the light and goes quickly, you probably need to consult a technician.
Oven
There is really no owner-serviceable parts furnace today. One thing I can suggest, is the fire and the wheel a couple of times to the point where they see the light andarrested upon request. On the first of the season, I performed my show for about 10 minutes with the doors and windows. This gives the oven a little 'training and tunes from the chimneys of small creatures are raising a family here!
Refrigerator
Again, many owners may not be serviceable parts, but there are some things we do to ensure proper operation. In the event of a propane refrigerator, stack is covered with a brown, flakey soot which, if not removed,Fall off the burner assembly and put the refrigerator.
You must remove the bottom cover for the burner assembly. With the "Fridge OFF", the air compressor is used to blow up the chimney to remove the soot. Completely blowing burner installation. While you're there, look in the fridge for blocks. During long periods can squirrels, birds and other creatures nest up there and blocks to make the airways. It 'important to maintainclear this area – if the fridge can not breathe, will not work correctly.
AC unit
On the roof, visually inspect the condition of the lid and the fins on the rear air conditioning. When the lid is cracked or broken, replace it immediately. If it breaks during the trip, you can not create serious damage to the internal mechanism of A / C (if it hits on the problems mentioned!)
Weather often damage the radiatoron the back of A / C unit. Refrigerators, these units must breathe, so if the aluminum fins are flattened or pushed them to straighten. There are kits cheap to buy, can do this, needs only a good day and a little 'patience.
If you go to a good power supply for your RV, turn off your air conditioner and run it for 10 or 15 minutes to ensure that cools.
Wheels and brakes
Every year, someone is burning unnecessarilya wheel bearing from their units and is very expensive to repair! Standard I preach with great conviction is "You have your bearings and brakes every two years or 10,000 miles." If you follow this rule will in most cases, are safe from harm.
Remember, prevention is worth a pound of cure.
Well, there you have it – just a couple of things you can do save a lot of money in the workshop. So, strike for the holiday you always RVdreaming, and – HAVE fun out there!
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