Winnebago 2004 Meridian Itasca Owner's Manual download pdf (Page 138)

SECTION 10

STORING YOUR MOTOR HOME

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tem. This product is available from

your dealer and from most RV supply

stores. Follow directions on the con-

tainer to determine the correct

amount to use for your coach.

See “RV ANTIFREEZE WATER

LINE WINTERIZATION SYSTEMS”

at the end of this section for instruc-

tions.

16. Place a bucket beneath the sewage drain

valve outlet and re-drain the sewage and

waste holding tanks of any clean water that

entered during “blow-out” procedure.

Close dump valves to prevent valve shafts

from rusting and to prevent entry by rodents

and insects. Refit the dust cap onto the drain

outlet.

Your drainage and fresh water systems are now

totally winterized.

17. Turn off the LP gas tank.

18. Turn the furnace thermostat switch on the

bottom of the thermostat to OFF.

19. Remove all foods and items that may cause

odors from cabinets and refrigerator.

20. Clean and defrost the refrigerator. Prop the

door open slightly to allow any odors to dis-

sipate. Place an open box of baking soda

inside the refrigerator to help absorb odors.

21. Fully charge the batteries. Batteries must

have at least 80% charge to survive freez-

ing temperatures and long period of non-

use. We recommend that you connect a bat-

tery charger or plug in the shoreline once a

month during long-term storage periods to

maintain battery charge and to avoid sulfat-

ing. If connecting a charger directly to bat-

teries, turn the Aux. Battery switch off to

avoid electrical arcing when attaching and

detaching charger clamps.

22. After charging batteries, turn the Aux. Bat-

tery Switch off to disconnect the batteries

and avoid parasitic drain.

23. Have the vehicle chassis completely serviced

and lubricated. Be sure radiator antifreeze

protection level is sufficient for the lowest

anticipated temperatures.

24. Wash and wax the coach.

25. Inspect all seams and seals around doors,

windows, vents, and any other joints.

Replace or repair any that are damaged.

Sealing materials and compounds can be

purchased from your dealer. Badly damaged

weather seals may need to be replaced by

your dealer.

26. Close all windows and roof vents. Protect all

appliance vent openings from contamination

by animals or insects (e.g. bird nests, wasp

nests, etc.)

27. Lubricate all door hinges and locks.

28. Clean the interior of the coach. Dirt and

stains are more easily removed when fresh.

NOTE: We do not recommend leaving the shore-

line plugged in continuously during stor-

age periods because the batteries can

lose electrolytic fluids and become dam-

aged from continuous charging without

periodic use. We recommend following

regular battery inspection and mainte-

nance, especially in cold weather. See

“Battery Maintenance” on page 6-10

this section.

RV ANTIFREEZE WATER LINE

WINTERIZATION SYSTEMS

Manual Winterization Valve - Standard

Your coach is equipped with a manually

operated water line winterization system for

your convenience in winterizing fresh water

lines.

The system features a diverter valve and

draw tube in-line between the tank and water

Leave by-pass valve handle in NOR-

MAL FLOW position if draining

water and blowing out water lines.

Place in BYPASS position ONLY

when using antifreeze solution in

water lines.

CAUTION

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