Operation Manual

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The following applies for the external structure:
• Wash the caravan thoroughly.
• Check the vehicle for damages to the varnish
and other damages. If necessary, repair these
damages and carry out any other necessary
repairs.
• The exterior should be treated with wax or a
special polish for varnish.
• Use a protective agent to protect the metal
parts of the chassis against rust.
• Check the chassis for damage and, if neces-
sary, repair it.
• Use a special cleaner for cleaning the plexig-
lass windows, because normal window clea-
ner makes the material cracked and brittle.
• Rub an acid-free rubber cleaning agent onto
the seals around windows, doors and service
aps to keep them supple.
• Ensure that no water can get into the venting
on the oor, heating system and refrigerator
venting (mount winter covers).
12.7 Winter Lay Up for the Caravan
For many people, the camping season ends
when the temperature starts to fall. Your caravan
must be properly prepared for its winter lay up.
The following general rules apply:
• Only leave your caravan in a closed space if it
is dry and well-aired. Otherwise, it is better to
leave your caravan in the open.
• Cover the safety coupling. Grease the brake
linkage and winding stanchions.
• Jack up the caravan if possible. Extend the
levelling supports to relieve the burden on
wheels and axles to some extent. If possible,
use axle stands to support the chassis.
• Close all gas bottles and emergency shutoff
valves.
• If you use an auxiliary battery (self-sufcient
package), it should be disconnected; ideally,
remove it and store it safe from frost. Check it
about once a month to see if it is still charged;
if not, charge it.
Remove all spray cans with cleaners
and polishes from the vehicle after
nishing the upkeep! Otherwise,
there is a danger of explosion at
temperatures over 50° C!