11-11
SECTION 11 –
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
Shower Walls – Corian
®
–If Equipped
You can easily maintain the beauty of your
shower walls with little effort, under most
circumstances, by using warm soapy water or an
ammonia-based cleaner (not window cleaner)
then rinse and wipe dry. You can also use liquid
or gel-type cleaners containing bleach. Because
the material is nonporous, stains cannot penetrate
below the surface and will nearly always
disappear using these cleaning methods.
You may want to scrub
the entire surface
periodically. Do this lightly and evenly with a
mild abrasive powdered or liquid cleaner.
If a stain has dried on,
allow the cleaner or
soapy water time to soften the area, after which
the stain will wipe off.
To remove cuts and scratches,
use a more
aggressive cleaning powder such as Comet
®
, a
moistened steel wool soap pad, or green scouring
pad. We recommend that you finish the entire
surface using the same cleaning material and
scrubbing method to maintain a uniform
appearance.
Lavatory Sink
Do not use abrasive cleaners, harsh
detergents, or solvents.
General Cleaning.
Rinse all food, beverage, or
cosmetic residue from the sink as soon as
possible. Some residues, if left to sit in the sink,
may require the use of detergent or a mild liquid
or gel abrasive cleaner.
Hard-to-Remove Food and Beverage
Residue.
Use an abrasive cleanser such as
Ajax
®
, Comet
®
, Bon Ami
®
or Bar Keeper's
Friend
®
to remove mild stains and for routine
cleaning. Use an abrasive pad such as Scotch-
Brite
®
to remove most of the tougher stains.
For the most stubborn stains, fill the sink
about one quarter full with a 50/50 solution of
bleach and water. After 10 or 15 minutes of
soaking, drain solution from the sink as you rinse
both sides and bottom.
NOTE: Do not use steel wool or metal scouring
pads.
Mineral-Based Stains.
Cleaners designed to
remove iron or rust should not harm the sink, nor
will solvents such as denatured alcohol, mineral
spirits, or acetone.
Marks or Discoloration.
White automotive
rubbing compound may be used to remove
stubborn marks or discoloration. Use of these
products will not damage the solid surface.
Always follow label directions.
DOORS AND WINDOWS
Windows may be periodically cleaned with a
good quality glass cleaner or mild soap solution
using a soft cloth.
Use care when removing ice or frost from the
windows. Always use a plastic ice scraper, never
one made of metal. Use care when removing ice
from the mirrors to protect the reflective surfaces.
Door locks and hinges should be lubricated
periodically with powdered graphite to ensure
trouble-free operation and to protect against
freeze-up.
VEHICLE STORAGE –
PREPARATION
Properly preparing your vehicle for storage
will lessen the possibility of damage to your
vehicle. Prepare the motorhome for vacancy just
as you would if you were leaving your house for
an extended period.
Clean and Prep Coach for Storage
1. Turn off the propane gas tank.
2. Turn the electronic thermostat switch OFF.
3. Remove all foods and items that may cause
odors from cabinets and refrigerator.
4. Clean and defrost the refrigerator. Prop the
door open slightly to allow any odors to
dissipate. Place an open box of baking soda
inside the refrigerator to help absorb odors.
5.
Fully charge the batteries. Batteries must
have at least 80% charge to survive
freezing temperatures and long period of
non-use.
We recommend that you connect a
battery charger or plug in the shoreline once a