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Frequently Asked Questions
  • When I drain the black & grey water holding tanks they will very seldom show empty on the tank monitors.

    Over time, the buildup of sewage, or even one errant piece of toilet paper getting hung up on a sensor, will cause false    readings.  There are wide assortments of tank cleaning concoctions on the shelves of your local RV store.

  • Should I leave my RV Plugged in all the time?

    No, you should not it will cause your power converter to wear out sooner and also cause the batteries to swell due to over    charging. This can also cause the cells in the batteries to dry out. However, it is recommended to charge batteries       regularly to prevent catastrophic discharge.

  • How often should the roof be cleaned, conditioned and resealed?

    Its recommended to get on your roof once a year to inspect for any damage or possible areas that leaking may occur. We recommend to clean, condition, and reseal once a year. Conditioner is very important to the life of your roof because it acts as a UV protectant (sunscreen).


  • Do you recommend leaving the refrigerator on while plugged in at home between trips, or will that wear out the refrigerator quicker?

    No, RV absorption fridges are designed for intermittent use, so it’s fine to turn it off when the RV is not being used. Make sure you get all the food out and prop the door open so air can circulate. Start the fridge a day ahead of time to give it a chance to cool down before loading food for a trip.

  • Can I Safely Plug a 50 Amp RV Into 30 Amp Electrical Service?

    Yes, you can safely plug your 50 Amp Motorhome into a 30 Amp Electrical Service. All you need is a 50 amp male to 30 amp female electrical adapter (also known as Dog Bones).  Bad News, in most cases when your 50 amp RV is plugged into 30 amp shore power you will have some limitations on how many appliances you can run at one time. 

  • How often should I grease the bearings and adjust brakes?

    Along, with bearing adjustment, proper lubrication is essential to the current function and reliability of your trailer axle. Bearings should be lubricated every 12 months or 12,000 miles. 


        Dexter recommends that manual adjust brakes be adjusted . . . 1) After the first 200 miles of operation when the brake shoes and drums have "seated". 2) At 3,000 mile intervals. 3) Or as use or performance requires.

  • What should I do to keep my RV air conditioner functioning properly?

    Clean the air filter with a soap and water mixture or vacuum the filter clean. For the unit to work properly it must have proper air flow. If the air filter is dirty the refrigerant will not be able to pick up enough heat from the air inside the RV. If the condenser coils are blocked, it won’t be able to give off enough heat to the outside air as well. Clean the evaporator coils by blowing them clean with compressed air. Neglected and clogged evaporator coils can prevent the unit from cooling.

  • What are some tips for RV furnace maintenance?

    To avoid breakdowns of your RV heater units, you need to have periodical checks to guarantee their ideal working conditions. The essential review of heater is critical in this situation. You must watch for the heater parts, energy use, strange noise, or reduced effective output of the furnace to find the cause. Proficient heater repair professionals have a method a key agenda of things to test and clean each part to make sure they solve every minute problem of the furnace


    Common check list for furnace repair:

    ·  Thorough checks of thermostat settings

    ·  Tightening of all electrical connections

    ·   Lubricating mobile parts of the furnace

    ·   Checking and testing the controls of the system

  • Why is winterization important?

    Winter can be very destructive to water systems if the RV hasn’t been properly prepared for below-freezing weather. However, putting it off may actually lead to forgetting that simple chore.  Then, when that first hard freeze sneaks up on you, the results will be extremely expensive.  Replacing RV water tanks is usually a big project.


    Common freezing related failures would include: 

        *  Burst water lines or cracked fittings

        *  Leaky faucets

        *  Burst water heater

        *  Broken water pump 

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