Section 15 - Automotive Industry Precautions
Page 15-2
Foretravel Owners Manual
Rev. 06-02
Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust system, when
exhaust fumes can be detected inside the motorhome, or when the underside of
the motorhome is damaged have a competent mechanic inspect the complete
exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken, damaged, deteriorated or
mispositioned parts. Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust
fumes to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition, inspect the exhaust
system during lubrication or oil change periods. Replace or repair as required.
T
IRE
C
HANGING
WARNING -
Soft ground will not support the vehicle when jacked.
WARNING -
The operator is advised to obtain road service whenever pos-
sible and only attempt tire changing under emergency conditions.
B
ATTERIES
WARNING -
This product contains or emits chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
WARNING -
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead
and lead compounds.
Wash hands after handling.
GENERAL BATTERY CARE PROCEDURES
1.
Cycle the battery lightly (20% or less depth of discharge) the first few
cycles.
This helps complete the forming process of the plates (in case they
are not finished forming).
2.
Never charge a wet battery with a sealed (gel cell) battery charger.
The
wet battery needs higher voltages to finish the charge and without it the bat-
teries never come back to 100% and sulfation can occur.
3.
Never charge a sealed (gel cell) battery with a wet battery charger.
The
higher voltages that a wet battery charger generates cause excessive gas-
sing too fast for the sealed battery to recombine, causing dry-out and bat-
tery failure.
4.
Never store a battery in a discharged state.
The sulfate that forms during
discharge should not be ignored for an extended time period because severe
sulfation will take place sometimes, making the battery impossible to re-
charge fully.
5.
Always keep the tops of the batteries clean.
The film on top of the battery
can cause the current to migrate between the posts, accelerating self dis-
charge.
6.
A fully charged battery will give you the best and longest service.
Be
sure the batteries are fully charged before testing or using in your RV's.
