Dethleffs 2006 Globetrotter XXL, Instruction Manual

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Globetrotter XXL - 11-06 - DET-0047-01
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Care
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Brush insect screens with a soft brush or vacuum with the brush attach-
ment of the vacuum cleaner.
Brush Roman shades with a soft brush or vacuum with the brush attach-
ment of the vacuum cleaner. Grease or stubborn dirt may be removed with
a mild soap at 30 °C (curd soap).
Unrolled seat belts can be cleaned with warm soapsuds. The seat belt
must be completely dry before being rolled up.
Clean water tank with water and dish washing liquid and rinse subse-
quently with plenty of fresh water.
12.3 Extractor hood
Clean the extractor hood filter occasionally. How often cleaning is necessary
depends on how often the extractor hood is used. Do not wait to clean the filter
until the performance of the extractor hood has noticeably decreased.
Cleaning the filter: Wash the filter with warm water and some washing-up liquid.
12.4 Winter care
De-icing salt damages the underbody and the parts open to water spray.
Dethleffs recommends to wash the vehicle more frequently during wintertime.
Mechanical and surface treated parts and the underside are under particular
strain, and should therefore be cleaned thoroughly.
12.4.1 Preparations
Check the motorhome for paint and rust damage. Repair damage as nec-
essary.
Make certain that water cannot penetrate the automatic floor ventilation
system and the heater.
Use a wax-based rust inhibitor to protect the metal parts of the underbody.
Use appropriate protection for external painted surfaces.
12.4.2 Winter operation
During winter operation, condensation develops when the motorhome is occu-
pied under low-temperature conditions. To ensure good interior air quality and
avoid vehicle damage from condensation, sufficient ventilation is essential.
When heating the vehicle, the heater should be at the highest setting and
roof storage cabinets, curtains and blinds should be opened. This ensures
optimal ventilation.
In the morning, lift up all cushions, air out storage boxes and dry any damp
areas.
If there is any risk of frost, always run heater at a minimum of 15 °C. In the
case of extreme external temperatures, the furniture flaps and doors
should be left slightly open. The inflowing warm air can help prevent the
freezing of water pipes, for example, and counteract the formation of con-
densation in the storage spaces.
If there is any risk of frost, cover the windscreen with winter insulation mats.