Auto-Sleepers Symbol Plus 2018, Manual

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CARE OF YOUR MOTORHOME
Exterior
Fit, where appropriate, winter covers to the
fridge ventilator grilles. Give your Auto-
Sleeper a good wash and polish before
laying up, and apply a small film of protective
oil to the stainless steel roof rack, ladder and
any other external polished metal
components.
Electrical
Turn the electrical system off using the
‘Shutdown Switch’ on the front of the control
box (see diagram & ‘Activating the System’ in
section 7). This turns off all the leisure
electronics apart from any alarm and tracker
power feeds.
Peugeot recommend that if the vehicle is to
be parked up for a period of more than one
month then it is advisable to disconnect the
main vehicle battery. For full instructions on
the correct procedure refer to the Peugeot
handbook supplied with the vehicle and look
for the section covering the battery. If this
advice is followed, bear in mind that the
remote central locking will not function,
although it will still be possible to unlock and
lock the doors manually using the key.
To maintain the vehicle battery in good
condition it is recommended that it is fully
charged prior to storage and then recharged
every 3 months.
Windows
Open all windows fully. Check all window
seals are intact and shut firmly. Ensure locks
and over centre catches are applied as
appropriate.
Automotive
Follow the advice laid down by the base
vehicle manufacturer. In particular,
• Secure the vehicle using chocks.
Release the handbrake to prevent the
brake linings from seizing on.
• Jack up the vehicle to relieve the load on
the tyres.
• Cover the tyres to protect from sunlight,
as they will deteriorate rapidly in ultra-
violet light. A light proof cover will help to
prevent cracking of sidewalls and
premature ageing.
• Check coolant for antifreeze protection,
correct as required.
• Check windscreen and headlamp
cleaning systems for antifreeze
protection, correct as required.