Care of your caravan
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• Ideally pH should be around 7 (neutral).
• When using a concentrated soap it
should be mixed with water at around a
maximum of 5%.
• Always rinse with clean water after using
cleaner or soap solution.
• Do not use steam cleaners especially in
combination with soapy cleaners.
• Do not a use a pressure washer as this
can disturb the mastic seals.
• An occasional polish with a good quality
vehicle wax will help obtain a high gloss
finish.
Under no circumstances should
an abrasive or harsh cleaner be used.
• Plastic and ABS panels should be
cleaned using water and a mild
detergent.
Under no circumstances should alcohol
spirit or solvent-based liquids be used
on these items, as these substances
will react with the material and cause
visual damage.
Lock lubrication
Lubricate all locks with Tri-Flow or any
other lightweight oil (such as sewing
machine oil). DO NOT use heavy grease,
WD40 or silicone based lubricants.
Acrylic Windows
Your caravan is fitted with shatter resistant
acrylic windows. The preserve their
clarity and unblemished transparency it
is essential that the following cleaning
instructions are strictly adhered to:
Road grit, dust, sand, flies, lime tree
secretions, bird droppings etc., should be
‘swilled off’ using plenty of cold water. Any
remaining dirt should be washed of using
a soft cloth and warm water.
Under NO circumstances should any
abrasive cleaning agents, household
detergents or proprietary cleaning fluids
be used. Alcohol spirit or solvent-based
liquids must not be used on these items
as they will react with the material and
cause visual damage.
Correct removal of scratches from acrylic
panes is achieved by using a special
polishing cloth and acrylic polishing
paste. Light scratches and matt areas
can be removed from acrylic by using the
acrylic polishing paste and polishing cloth.
Distribute the polishing paste on the
pre-cleaned surface with the polishing
cloth and polish gently in a circular motion
for 3-5 minutes. Rinse with warm water.
Do not use in strong sunshine. Correct
antistatic treatment of the acrylic pane
is achieved with an antistatic acrylic
cleaner. The acrylic cleaner prevents the
static charging and with it the attraction of
dust; it removes among other things, light
stains and dust which clings loosely to the
pane. Regular care with acrylic cleaner
prevents the formation of a film of grime,
which might be difficult to remove later,
and renews constantly the antistatic effect.
Spray the acrylic cleaner on the pane, with
an unbroken movement wipe the surface
with a fresh polishing cloth (for example:
first vertically, then horizontally, but not
in a circular motion!). Rub gently do not
rub dry, leave to dry naturally. Do not use
