Owner`s manual

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2008 KNIGHT
EXTERIOR & INTERIOR CARE — 3
If AC power is available:
The chassis battery disconnect switch should
remain ON. The inverter will charge both house
and chassis battery banks. A 30 Amp shore
power service will be more than adequate.
CAUTION
A 20 Amp service using light duty
extension cords and the required
adapters create serious voltage losses.
Line voltage loss and the resistance
at each electrical connection is a
hazardous combination and should be
avoided. Damage to sensitive electronic
equipment may result!
Surfaces to park/store the motorhome on:
Avoid parking the motorhome on a grass
or gravel surface to prevent moisture
accumulation.
Concrete pads seal the surface and allow
better ventilation under the motorhome.
Storage buildings with concrete oors, or
heated storage facilities, greatly reduce
the amount of moisture accumulation and
protects the motorhome from moisture
damage.
Outdoor Storage Area:
The interior should be heated to help
prevent mold and mildew growth.
Moisture removing desiccate lter
systems are available from hardware and
RV supply stores. Place the lter system
inside the motorhome to reduce interior
moisture condensation or humidity.
Proper winterization of the fresh water
system will prevent potential damage in
extreme cold.
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Ultraviolet radiation affects soft goods
and rubber products such as privacy
curtains, window shades and tires. These
items should be protected. Store Day/
Night Shades in the Up position.
Cardboard templates can be made for
the windows to protect the interior from
exposure to direct sunlight.
Tire covers are available to protect the
sidewall of the tires from cracking. Make
sure tires in storage contain the correct
air pressure to prevent damaged caused
by underination.
Regularly wash the exterior to help
control moss accumulation. Waxing the
motorhome twice a year will augment
these substances.
Inspect the motorhome:
Leave cabinet doors and drawers open
to facilitate air movement behind those
areas.
Perform a full interior inspection for
water leaks every two weeks while the
motorhome is in storage. Check inside all
cabinets for signs of dampness or leaks.
Inspect the ceiling areas around roof
vents or other roof openings.
Inspect and clean the roof and sidewall
seams at least once a year. Inspect for
exterior sealant gaps of all roof seams,
vents, skylights, roof air conditioners and
windows.
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Fuel:
Storing the motorhome with a full fuel tank
will minimize moisture condensing at the top of
the tank. Diesel fuel is an organic material which
will develop a microbe growth (black slime).
Fuel stabilizers may be added to control microbe
growth and degrading of the fuel. Consult the
engine manufacturer’s owner’s manual or a
distributor for further detailed information on
fuel stabilizers and additives.
Brakes:
Brakes suffer from non-use during periods of
storage. The bare metal machined surfaces of
brake drums or rotors have only a light coating
of dust from the brake lining friction material.
The brake dust is the only thing protecting the
bare metal surfaces from rusting. Only regular
brake applications dry the moisture preventing
rust on brake drum or rotor surfaces. During
periods of non-use, oxygen and moisture oxidize
the machined surfaces. Only occasional use
keeps these surfaces from oxidizing. Rusty brake
drum or rotor surfaces permeate the brake lining
upon the rst few applications, reducing the
friction action of the linings.