RVing For Newbies
The Manual (2nd Edition)
It is completed and Amazon has approved it.
This book is completed, it is broken down into various chapters. Chapter 1-4 will be online and free for anyone to read, to see Chapters 5 through 99, you will need to buy the book, with the exception of in each chapter description, if there is a link, you will be able to see it also for free, like chapter 99. Yes the last chapter is 99 with a gap up to that point, so as I find a new topic I want to write about, I can just add the chapter online and the people who bought the book will get access to it for FREE.
Chapter 1: Introduction to RVing - Free
Chapter 1: Introduction to RVing
Chapter 2: Campground Etiquette - FREE
Things that you should and should NOT do when camping.
Chapter 3: RV Electricity - Alternating Current (AC) - 120 Volts - FREE
Chapter 3: Introduction to RV Electricity 120 Volts Alternating Current (AC)
- Where does it come from?
- Converter
- Circuit Breakers
- Dog Bone Adapters
- Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter
- Non-Contact Voltage Tester (NCVT)
- Checking of Campground Pedestal (Basic)
Chapter 4: RV Electricity - Direct Current (DC) - 12 Volts - FREE
Chapter 4: Introduction to RV Electricity 12 Volts Direct Current (DC)
- Batteries
- Colored Wire
- Fuses
- Positive and Negative Poles
- Safety when working with batteries
- Voltage Chart for Batteries
Chapter 5: Introduction to Electricity - Solar
- Overview
- Terminology
- Battery Types
- Beginner Aspects
Chapter 6: Air Conditioners
- Air Conditioner Overview
- Troubleshooting 101
Chapter 7: Brakes, Suspension and Towing Systems
- Brakes
- Motorhomes
- Towables
- Breakaway Switch
- Suspension
- Basics
- Suspension Types
- Towing
- Weight Terms
- Hitch Types
Chapter 8: Campground Info
- National Parks
- State Parks
- Private Campgrounds
- Ways to find campgrounds
- Reservation Info
Chapter 9: Cooktops/Ranges
- Two types of cooktops: Propane and Inductive
- Troubleshooting
Chapter 10: Electricity: Intermediate 120v AC & 12v DC
- Label all of your outlets/circuit breakers
- Watts(power)/Amps (Current)/Volts(voltage)
- 30A vs 50A
- 120V AC
- 12V DC
- Checking electrical pedestal
- Converters
- Wiring size calculator
- Digital line checkers
- Multi/Volt meters
- Inverters
- Hot-Skin Condition
- Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS)
- Breakaway Switch
- Wiring: Colors and the nightmare of confusion
- Dog Bone Adapters
Chapter 11: Intermediate Solar
- Solar Panel Components
- Solar Generator
- Solar Panel Controller
- Inverters
- Seeing it in action
- Final Thoughts
Chapter 12: Generators
- Overview
- Generator and using an EMS
- Troubleshooting
Chapter 13: Heating Appliances
- Furnace
- Heat Pump/Heat Strip
- Space Heaters
- Stove
Chapter 14: Leveling/Stabilizing Systems
- Leveling
- Manual Leveling
- Automated Leveling
- Stabilizing
Chapter 15: Inspections
- Pre-Inspection Check
- Vehicle Info
- Life Safety Checks
- Roof Components
- Sidewalls
- Entrance Doors
- Awnings
- Slide Outs
- Exterior Chassis/Running Gear
- Thermography Analysis/Moisture Intrusion Analysis
Chapter 16: Plumbing
- City Water Connection
- Freshwater Tank/Pump
- Troubleshooting
Chapter 17: Preventive Maintenance
- 120 Volts Alternating Current (AC) System
- 12 Volts Direct Current (DC) System
- Propane
- Exterior (includes roof)
- Wheels & Tires
- Fluids
- Engine Belts/Hoses Inspection (MH only)
- Storing/Winterizing
- Safety Devices
- De-Winterizing
- Sanitation of Freshwater Tank and Water Lines
- Waste Water Tanks
- Air Conditioning Units
- Refrigerator
- Recall Info
- Generators
- Solar Panels
Chapter 18: Propane
- What is Propane?
- Tank Types
- 1lb Tanks
- Tanks (swap or refill)?
- Leaks
- Safety
- Safety Devices
- Troubleshooting
Chapter 19: Refrigerators
- Types
- Repairs
Chapter 20: Water Heaters
Chapter 20: Water Heaters
- Tank
- Tankless
- Troubleshooting
Chapter 21: Water Systems and Tanks
- Freshwater Tank
- Water Hose
- Water Filter
- Water Pressure Regulator
- Filling
- Sanitation
- Black & Grey Tanks
- Prior to Dumping Tanks
- Dumping Tanks
- Black Tank Flushing
- Dump Station Locator
- Sewer Hose
Chapter 22: Internet
Password Protected Page for buyers of the book: https://rvingfornewbies.com/chapter-22-internet/
Chapter 23: Emergency Water/Food and other Stuff
Chapter 23: Emergency Food/Water
Chapter 24: PSC
Chapter 24: Personal Shopping Consultant
Chapter 25: Coaching
- One-On-One: In-Person
- One-On-One: Virtual
Chapter 26: Education
- Live Monthly Classes
- Virtual Classes via my website
Chapter27: Services by TECI-RV
- Business Partnerships: teci-rv.com/ business-partnerships
- Coaching: See Chapter 25
- Documentation: www.teci-rv.com/online-documentation
- Education: See Chapter 26
- Inspections: See Chapter 15 and teci-rv.com/rv-inspections
- Personal Shopping Consultant: See Chapter 24
- RVing For Newbies Book: You are reading it now, but you can find link to share with others on teci-rv.com
- Repairs/Maintenance: See teci-rv.com/mobilervr
- Store/Parts: www.rvingfornewbies.com/store/
Chapter 99: Tidbits
Chapter 99: Tidbits