Auto-Sleepers FORD TRANSIT CUSTOM AIR 2022, Owner'S Manual

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CARE OF YOUR CAMPERVAN
10
SECTION
WATER SYSTEM
Fresh Water Tank
At regular intervals, and at least every
three months, the fresh water system
should be flushed through with fresh water.
Furthermore it is advisable that prior to using
your Auto-Sleeper, the fresh water system
is thoroughly flushed with fresh water.
Waste Water Tank
Since the waste water tank can hold foreign
water, it should be regularly flushed with
fresh water. To prevent odours working
back through the shower and sink outlets,
flush the waste tank through with a
small amount of mild disinfectant.
Depending on the use of the waste tank, it
is possible that this will collect solid waste
matter, which in some instances may build
up and block the waste tank outlet tap. In this
case it will be necessary to drop the tank for
cleaning. Access is through a large diameter
fitting in the tank top. Once removed this
will allow the tank to be flushed out in an
inverted position and all solids removed.
WINTERISATION
General
This section contains information on
the winterisation on your Auto-Sleeper,
particularly when you may wish to lay
up your vehicle for the winter months.
Water System
The water system should be fully emptied,
by opening the drain valve located adjacent
to the water heater (see heater section for
more details), and the drain taps on both the
fresh water tank and waste water tank left
in the open position. Likewise, all internal
taps should be left open and the water pump
run until the last traces of water have come
out of the taps. Take the vehicle for a short
drive with all the drain taps open, in order to
remove the last drops of water from the taps
and water system. Remove all sink plugs
to allow the water systems to breathe.
Flush the waste water tank to remove any
excess debris and waste material. Flush
through again with disinfectant as part of
the final drain. Leave drain tap open.
UPHOLSTERY
We advise that any detachable upholstery is
removed and taken indoors during prolonged
winter storage, particularly detachable upper
bed mattresses and scatter cushions.
Curtains / Blinds
To prevent uneven bleaching, and possible
excess sunlight onto the furniture and
fabrics, we recommend that either the
curtains or blinds are left drawn.
Refrigerator
Leave the refrigerator door open, on its
intermediate lock position; this will allow
the refrigerator to breathe and prevent any
unpleasant odours in the storage department.
Ventilation
Fixed upper and lower ventilation is fitted in
the interests of safety. There is therefore no
need to leave any windows or roof ventilators
ajar - indeed the roof ventilators have
sufficient fixed ventilation to allow the interior
of the vehicle to breathe satisfactorily.