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INTERIOR CARE
Furniture
To clean furniture, frequently vacuum or brush it lightly to remove dust and dirt. Vinyl
can be wiped clean with a damp cloth. For best results, have it professionally dry cleaned.
Paneling
The wall paneling in your new Jayco is a vinyl covered panel. If deep scratches occur,
putty sticks can be used to cover scratches on wood surfaces. These can be obtained from
hardware stores and lumber yards. For decor paneling, replacement vinyl covering can be
purchased for repairs if needed. Contact your dealer’s parts department.
To clean the paneling, use a mild solution of soap and lukewarm water with a soft sponge
or cloth. DO NOT use abrasive cleaners. It may cause the vinyl to scratch and become
dull. Grease spots and stubborn dirt can be cleaned with an all-purpose spray cleaner. DO
NOT use cleaners that contain bleach.
Floor
To care for the vinyl floor covering, use a damp mop with water and a mild cleaner. DO
NOT SOAK FLOORING. Use care to avoid wetting carpet edges.
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CAUTION: To avoid problems of “yellowing”, the manufacturer recom
mends the following:
• Avoid using cleaners that contain oil based solvents (i.e. cleaners containing
lemon oil, Murphy’s Oil Soap, etc.).
• Avoid the use of rubber backed floor mats.
Bathroom Tubs and Lavatory Sinks
The bathtub is made of ABS plastic material. Do not use abrasive cleaners as they may
scratch surfaces. Use a mild detergent soap and water, Bon Ami or Bar Keeper’s Friend
to clean the tub surface.
For any type of repair work, see your authorized Jayco dealer.
Hardware, Sink and Shower Fixtures
Use mild dish soap and water to clean these fixtures. Never use harsh chemicals or
sprays, such as Windex or Pledge. A mild solution of vinegar and water works well to
remove hard water spots and stains from the sink or shower fixtures.
ABS Plastics
The front and rear caps are made of ABS plastic, which is light, strong and rust proof. A
few suggestions are given here to ensure long cap life.
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Wash the caps with detergent and water, followed by a water rinse. Always mix the
detergent with the water before washing. If you squirt detergent directly on the cap,
you may discolor the cap.
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Do not wax the caps. Excess wax will be trapped in the textured surface finish. The
wax will trap dirt.
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Do not apply any product containing petroleum, as oil softens the plastic. Examples
of products to avoid are bug and tar remover, mineral spirits or similar solvents,
motor oil, charcoal lighter, or any industrial cleaner that contains petroleum distil-
lates.
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Abrasive cleaners will dull the surface and may rub through the weatherproof outer
covering. When the cover is damaged, the plastic may yellow and become brittle.
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CAUTION:
Avoid using “Citrus” or biodegradable cleaners which contain
“D-Limonene.” They will damage plastic materials.
Frame
The frame on your Jayco recreation vehicle has an E-coat paint. It is recommended that
you periodically inspect the exterior exposed areas, clean and repaint the steel members
to insure long life. Road debris will chip paint, inviting rust and other deterioration. To
prevent rust or corrosion, you may wish to purchase a commercially available rust
treatment application such as Ziebart, etc. If damage would occur, the frame needs to be
painted with e-coat paint and not a gloss black paint. This type of paint is available in a
spray can from the vendor, Norco.
Doors, Extrusions, Windows, Vents & Corner Trim
These components have putty tape between the component and the wall surface. Portions
of these items may have a cap seal added as a secondary seal. Be sure to inspect and
reseal seals at least twice per year. Both putty tape and cap seals can become damaged by
U.V. exposure, air pollution, freezing temperatures, and other exposure to the elements.
See the sealant diagram in Chapter 8 – MAINTENANCE/STORAGE.
Locks on entrance and baggage doors need biannual lubrication. Silicone lubricant is
recommended.
