Auto-Sleepers Topaz, Handbook

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10-4
CARE OF YOUR MOTORHOME
Ventilation
There is fixed upper and lower ventilation in
your Auto-Sleeper which is built-in 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.
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 at the control
panel. To maintain the habitation battery in
good condition it is recommended that it is
trickle charged about once a month.
VW 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 VW
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. For full instructions, refer to
the VW handbook and look in the index for
the section entitled ‘Battery/Charging’.
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.
• Increase the tyre pressure (by
approximately 2 bar above the standard
pressure) to prevent the tyres from
becoming flat.
WARNING: Do not exceed the
maximum pressure noted on the
sidewall of the tyre.
Alternatively, 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.