caution - Thor Motor Coach

All service procedures should be performed only by a
certified propane service technician.
The propane system should be checked regularly for leaks and road damage. Follow
the lines, looking for kinks or flattened spots that may have occurred during travel or
maintenance on the recreational vehicle. A qualified propane service technician using
proper equipment should check the entire system annually or whenever you suspect
a problem.
The line pressure for propane appliances should be checked at least every six months.
Most propane suppliers have this equipment to do the test for you.
Insects can build nests in the burners of the various appliances and equipment. The
burner and burner orifice of the propane appliances should be cleaned out by an
authorized dealer or repair facility anytime circumstances or conditions warrant, but no
less frequently than on an annual basis.
Some components of the recreational vehicle are constructed of strong, lightweight
ABS plastic. Sometimes, it may be necessary to remove stains, or generally clean.
A mild solution of soap and water will clean many stains, and should be used initially.
Tougher stains may require stronger cleaners, but be sure to read the label to determine
if the product is recommended for use on plastics. Avoid abrasive cleansers (even the
liquid and cream types), alcohol based products, and solvents such as acetone and
MEK. Gasoline and kerosene should not be used because of the damaging effect
they have on the plastic surface, as well as the fire hazard they present. Often the
damage caused by solvents, alcohol, and oil based products may not be immediately
noticeable, but the plastic is made weaker, and thus more prone to stress cracking.
AVOID ABRASIVE CLEANSERS (even the liquid and
cream types), alcohol based products, and solvents
such as acetone and MEK. Gasoline and kerosene
should not be used because of the damaging effect they
have on the plastic surface, as well as the fire hazard
they present. Often the damage caused by solvents,
alcohol, citrus based and oil based products may not be
immediately noticeable, but the plastic is made weaker,
and prone to stress cracking.
CAUTION
CAUTION
Check that the top and bottom bracket screws are tight at the start of each camping
season.
1. Lubricate the rafter arms and support arms using paraffin wax or silicone spray.
Also lubricate the threads on the knobs.
2. Periodically clean the awning fabric as follows: For a vinyl material use a mixture
of 1/4 cup of dish soap and 1/4 cup of bleach mixed with 5 gallons of warm water.
Liberally apply this mixture on the top of the fabric, then roll the awning up for
5 minutes. This will apply the mixture to the bottom as well. Roll the awning
back out and hose off with fresh water. Repeat if necessary. Allow to dry before
rolling back up. Avoid the use of caustic household cleaners, mildew removers or
hard bristle brushes. Do not scrub!
For an acrylic material, periodically hose off the fabric with water then let dry completely
before rolling it back up. The acrylic material is water repellent, not water proof. The
fabric is pretreated with a water retardant finish. Mildew cannot form on the fabric, but
rather will form on dirt or dust on the fabric. The key is to keep the fabric clean. Do not
scrub!
Care and Maintenance
PROPANE SYSTEM
ABS PLASTIC PARTS
AWNING
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