CHECK ELECTRIC APPLIANCES
REPLACE FILTERS
TEST SAFETY DEVICES
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CHECK ELECTRIC APPLIANCES
Now that you ’ ve tested your propane-powered appliances , it ’ s time to test everything else , too . First , test your 12-volt devices with the battery connected at a full charge to ensure it ’ s supplying sufficient power to your coach . Then , connect your RV to a home outlet ( if available ) and test individual appliances to make sure they ’ re working correctly . You don ’ t want to discover that something is broken when you ’ re miles away from home on this season ’ s maiden voyage !
Note that you will probably need a 20 amp circuit to test the air conditioning . This kind of circuit can be tricky to access in a home . If your dryer circuit is accessible , that should do . Otherwise , you may need to visit an RV park with a 30-amp or 50-amp pedestal .
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REPLACE FILTERS
Clean or replace all air and water filters . These collect dust and debris while you ’ re camping , and sitting in storage certainly doesn ’ t make them any cleaner ! Start the season with clean filters so that your systems run as efficiently as possible .
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TEST SAFETY DEVICES
Finally , test your safety devices before the camping season starts . Replace old batteries with new ones in any battery-powered devices . Then test all safety alarms : the smoke alarm , carbon monoxide detector , and LP detector .
Inspect your fire extinguisher , and check the expiration date . Purchase a new one if it ’ s out of date . If you have the dry powder style of extinguisher , shake it and tap the bottom to distribute any powder that has settled .
Operate and test all emergency exit windows to be sure they open smoothly . Hopefully , you won ’ t need any of these safety devices — but this final check ensures that they are ready if you do !
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