RV MAINTENANCE TRAINING FOR EVERYONE!
RV Owners start here with this RV Fundamentals Training.There’s nothing worse than going through all the work to clean, pack and prep your RV for an exciting trip just to have it break down on the side of the road on the way to your destination and ruin your vacation.
Well…nothing worse, except for those expensive bills when you finally get your RV back from the repair shop! Your plans and vacation can be ruined in the blink of an eye.
But it doesn’t have to be this way!
So many of the problems RVers have are simple things like a tripped circuit breaker, a blown fuse, or a water heater bypass valve that has been improperly closed.
Wouldn’t you like to have the knowledge and confidence to fix your RV when you have a vacation threatening problem with your RV? Wouldn’t you like to be able to save yourself the time and money by keeping your RV out of the repair shop?
As a graduate, you will have the ability to fix 80% of the issues with your RV by yourself!
This live, 5-day, hands-on, RV Maintenance Training is a combination of in-depth, live classroom instruction and hands-on labs that will transform you into a master of RV maintenance and repair!
DAY 1 & 2 - THE THREE ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
- Identify and operate the House and Chassis 12 volt DC battery systems and the house type 120 volt AC system
- Learn how to identify Voltage, Amperage Resistance and to calculate Wattage loads/consumption for the RV circuits
- Learn how to use a Volt Ohm Meter to troubleshoot these 3 electrical systems
- Setting up the series and parallel configurations for the 2 different types of batteries
- Troubleshooting tips and short cuts using the VOM and more
DAY 3 - PROPANE & WATER SYSTEMS
Propane System
- LP Gas operational theory and function of LP detectors
- The 4 key functions of LP regulator operations
- Correct gas leak testing and documentation procedures
Water Systems
- Operation of the 2 sewer (gray and black) and 2 fresh water systems that make up today’s RV plumbing
- Component operation of pumps, valves, tank sensors and monitor panels
- Plumbing fixture life safety features
DAY 4 - AIR CONDITIONERS & ABSORPTION REFRIGERATORS
Gas and air flow patterns along with the common issues that can occur with today’s RV air conditioners and refrigerators
Air Conditioners
- Testing of the discharge air temperature via the Delta T test
- Common installation and operational issues
- Basic troubleshooting procedures
RV Absorption Refrigerators
- RV Absorption Refrigerators
- Proper ventilation and baffling placement
- Basic troubleshooting procedures and test points for both brands of today’s RV refrigerators
- Reset procedures of the recall kits for Norcold and Dometic refrigerators
DAY 5 - WATER HEATERS, FURNACES & EXTERIOR SYSTEMS
Identify the component differences between the Dometic/Atwood and Suburban brands of water heaters and furnaces
Water Heaters
- Operation of the different models of RV water heaters and their options/features
- Basic troubleshooting procedures
- Maintenance and basic service procedures
Furnaces
- Operation of the RV furnace and its features
- Basic troubleshooting procedures
- Maintenance and basic service procedures
External Systems - Slide Out and Leveling Systems
- Theory of the operation and function of the electric and hydraulic slide outs & leveling systems
- Slide out rails and roller locations
- Minor Adjustments
- Bulb seals and sweeps – care and maintenance
External Systems - Roof and Sidewalls
- Identifying the most common issues and repair procedures
- Sealants, caulking and sealant tape applications
- Final Exam - Requires a passing Grade of 70% or better to receive credit for this class and be allowed to move into the Advanced Classes
Video: Servicing A/C
Video: RV Plumbing
Video: Electrical
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(903) 386-0444
You'll know how to locate the problem, access the components, and repair almost everything on your RV!
Help Your Fellow RVers
You'll be able to help your RVing friends and neighbors when they have a vacation interrupting RV issue!
Save On Repair Costs
You'll save tons of money doing repairs yourself instead of paying untrained, unprofessional service techs to do who knows what to your RV!
Spot Issues When Buying
It's hard to know what you're getting when you buy an RV, but with this training you'll know what to look for and how serious the issues might be!
Enjoy Worry Free Travels
Vanquish your worries of something breaking on your RV because you'll have the confidence and skills to conquer almost any issue!
Get Prepared For Certification
This class will prepare you to take the final certification exam in order to become a Certified RV Inspector or RV Service Technician.
Get Registered Today!
Find out what dates are available and get registered.
(903) 386-0444