Operation Manual

12. Maintenance and upkeep
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The following applies for the interior ttings:
• Clean the interior of your caravan. Hoover carpets, cushions
and mattresses. If possible, store them outside the caravan.
Otherwise, place them in such a way inside the vehicle that they
do not come into contact with condensation.
• Use soapy water to clean linoleum and smooth surfaces.
• Empty and clean the refrigerator. Leave the refrigerator door in
the ventilation position (see 10.6).
• After cleaning them, leave stowage spaces, cupboards, drawers
and furniture aps open to facilitate air circulation.
• Leave vents for forced ventilation open. If the caravan is kept in
a closed space, you can leave the skylight open.
• Air the caravan thoroughly every four to six weeks when the
weather is dry.
• Set up a dehumidier (such as salt) inside the caravan and dry
the granulate or change it regularly.
• If necessary, heat the camper to prevent the build-up of mould
from condensation.
• Switch o the 12 V main switch.
12.8 Winter Operation
The following applies for your preparations:
• Check the vehicle for damage to the paintwork or from rust
and, if necessary, repair it.
• Ensure that water cannot run into the ventilation and de-aera-
ting and heating systems.
• Use a wax-based protective agent to protect the metal parts of
the undercarriage against rust.
• Preserve varnished external surfaces with suitable agents.
Preparations
Your caravan has been designed to allow you to use it to a certain
extent in winter. If you really wish to camp in winter, we recom-
mend that you optimize your caravan to meet your personal requi-
rements. Your dealer will be pleased to advise you.
The following applies for tanks and containers:
• Clean, disinfect, descale and completely empty all water pipes
and faucets. Leave faucets open.
• Clean the fresh water tank and empty it by unscrewing the
overow pipe.
• Clean and empty the waste water tank.
• Clean and empty the toilet ushing tank and the excrement
tank. Clean the toilet valve, apply a lubricant for seals and leave
it open.
• Completely empty the therme/boiler.
• If your caravan is equipped with a hotwater heater: rinse the
water heater thoroughly and empty all f the water.
Camping in winter