Operation Manual

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Winter camping 17
Adria Caravans 135
17.2 Winter operation
The vehicle is insulated and to a large extent suitable for use in winter when operated properly.
The water supply is located inside the vehicle.
The snow and ice load can amount to several hundred kilograms and so reduce the additional
load of your vehicle.
In winter, temperature differences and wet objects (e.g. ski clothes) in the vehicle increase con-
densation.
Warm air absorbs much more humidity than cold air. When the warm air in the vehicle cools
down, water condenses in cold places (windows, window frames and storage compartments).
This can be remedied by adequate heating with the air circulation switched on.
When camping in winter:
 Vent openings may not be covered by snow or snow drifts. Clear the snow also from
underneath the vehicle so that the heater receives enough fresh air.
 Clear snow and ice off the roof and awning at regular intervals (Chapter 2.8).
 Always keep the heater exhaust clear. Attach cowl extensions (special accessory).
 Provide for good ventilation (air circulation) and heating. Always keep the forced venti-
lation open.
 Use the awning as a wind guard and storage area for wet objects, e.g. skiing equipment.
 Always open all cabinet doors, flaps and storage compartments when heating the vehi-
cle to prevent condensation.
 Wipe off any condensation.
 Air and dry the cushions daily.
 Open windows and roof hoods when cooking.
 If possible, do not use electrical appliances with high current consumption. The current
capacity at camping sites is limited.
 Make sure the drain pipe of the waste water does not freeze up (Chapter 12.2).
Danger!
Risk of suffocation
 Do not use any catalytic stoves or infrared radiators in the vehicle. The oxygen in the
living area is then used.
Caution!
Risk of damage through freezing
 Do not store any fluids in the unheated vehicle when there is a risk of frost.
 If the vehicle is left with the heating switched off for a longer period of time at low tem-
peratures, the water pipes and tanks could freeze and thus be damaged.
 Empty the waste water tank when there is a risk of frost and the heating is switched off.
 When there is a risk of frost and the vehicle is not heated, the waste water system must
be carefully cleaned, thoroughly rinsed, completely emptied and thoroughly dried.
 When there is a risk of frost, water taps have to be left open in the unheated vehicle
even when the water supply is drained. Drain the faucets that have a "warm" and a
"cold" position in both positions and leave them open in one of the positions.(Chapter
12.2).