User Guide

TRAILER MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
BEFORE EACH TRIP
• Check tire pressure and tread levels
• Ensure the wheel lug nuts are tight
• Empty water tanks
• Ensure propane tanks are full and securely fastened
• Check your trailer hitch and coupler for damage
• Ensure your coupler nut is tightened
• Ensure 7-pin connector is free of debris
• Check that your brake lights, blinkers, and tail lights
are functional
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
In addition to the cleaning advice mentioned above, the
mechanical elements and accessories on your trailer
require care.
You should inspect and grease the wheel bearings
as needed. Use a specialty grease, such as Lucas Oil
Marine Grease. Never use WD-40 as it can strip away
the mechanical grease.
Be sure to check your plumbing hookups, such as city
water and freshwater hookups, for damage or leaks.
Routinely check safety equipment, such as the C0
Monitor’s battery and fire extinguisher volume and
expiration date.
ANNUAL MAINTENANCE
Inspect the weather seals in the windows and doors to
ensure there is no damage or leakage. Also check the
exterior body and roof for debris, cracks, or
grime build-up.
The brake linings and magnets require inspection every
6,000 miles or annually.
To ensure you are towing your trailer safely, grease
your hitch coupler every 6,000 miles or 6 months.
ADDITIONAL TIPS
OXIDATION
If you start to notice a dull or cloudy appearance on
your gelcoat, oxidation could be the culprit.
To remove the oxidation, polish the oxidized area with
a microfiber towel soaked with a fiberglass restoration
product. Once you’ve restored the gelcoat’s lustrous
shine, finish with a coat of wax.
ACCESSORY MAINTENANCE
For accessories such as the cooling package or
forced air heater, we recommend checking with the
manufacturer for specific maintenance information.
The solar panel on the roof of the camper unit can be
cleaned simply with a microfiber towel and basic vehicle
washing solution. You’ll also want to keep it clear of
debris.
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Be sure to remove any snow that collects on the roof of your fiberglass
travel trailer. Not doing so may result in damage to the fiberglass.
STORAGE AND PROTECTION
To prevent UV damage to your camper, we
recommend covering your trailer with a Happier
Camper exterior cover or parking it in a covered
area.
If you live somewhere with heavy winters, you’ll
need to prevent snow from collecting. More than
a few inches of snow can damage the fiberglass.
You’re always welcome to come visit us in sunny Los
Angeles to get a reprieve from the snow!
WINTERIZING YOUR CAMPER
Before storing your camper for winter, you have
to follow the essential “winterizing” steps. The
Prepare Your Camper for Winter resource has more
information on how to prepare your camper until
camping season resumes.
REPAIRS
As discussed in the Nature of Fiberglass guide,
some cracks, such as gelcoat cracks and spider
cracks, are to be expected. Should any damage
occur to your fiberglass, you can find a local
service provider to get your camper back in tip
top shape. Oftentimes, Happier Camper owners
have successfully had their fiberglass repaired at a
boat repair facility and locations that specialize in
fiberglass work dealing with gelcoat.
In the event of a flat tire, there is a spare trailer tire
located underneath your trailer’s frame, or in the
case of the Traveler, underneath the rear window.
Contact [e-mail] with any
additional maintenance questions you may have!