FOUR WINDS INTERNATIONAL Chateau, Owner'S Manual

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FOUR WINDS INTERNATIONAL
Make sure to check the operation of all exterior lights often. Check identification, clearance, turn
signal, brake, and backup lights to make sure they are working correctly. Replace burnt out bulbs
as soon as possible.
Condensation occurs when the air inside the lamp assembly, through atmospheric changes,
reaches the “dew point”. When this takes place, the moisture in the air within the lamp assembly
condenses, creating a fine mist or white fog on the inside surface of the lamp lens or chrome
reflector surfaces. The headlamps are designed to remove accumulated moisture vapor by
expelling it through a vent system as the light warms up. The vent system operates at all times,
however it is most effective when the lamps are on and the vehicle is in motion. Since most
recreation vehicles are parked for long periods of time, they have a greater chance of
condensation build-up.
NOTE: Check headlamp regularly for condensed water drops (daily in high humidity areas).
If small drops of condensed water are noted, drive the recreation vehicle with headlamps “ON” or
just turn “ON” the headlamps. This will evaporate the condensed water drops and will avoid water
being accumulated. Depending on the size, shape and location of the lamp on the recreation
vehicle, and the atmospheric conditions occurring, the amount of time required to clear the lamp
may vary.
Check the headlamp vent tubes, this will be a small rubber hose or plastic cap located on the back
of the light, make sure that they are free of dirt and the rubber is not cracked or dried out. If the
vent tubes are clogged, cracked or dried out the vent system will not work correctly, allowing
condensation to build up in the lamp. If the tube is cracked or dried out please replace it,
replacement parts can be acquired from your RV Dealer.
Cleaning is the most effective maintenance that you can perform on your lights, dirt and road grime
build up can cut light output by 40% or more.
When cleaning your headlamps, please observe the following: do not rub them dry, and never use
abrasives or strong solvents. Remove dirt and contamination, such as insects, by soaking with
shampoo and then rinsing with plenty of water. Always use a de-icer spray to remove
accumulated ice and snow; never use a scraper.
Headlamp seals should not be directly sprayed with high pressure (home or industrial) wash
systems. Damage to the seal can occur, causing the housing to leak water.
Chemicals: Composite headlamps have a polycarbonate lens, which is very sensitive to a variety
of chemicals. Contact with certain chemicals can cause crazing, softening or cracking of the lens,
which would require replacement of the entire lamp housing. The following chemicals are
suspected to cause similar results. Mild soap and water is recommended for the cleaning of your
lamps.
Care & Maintenance
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EXTERIOR LIGHTS
Headlamp Maintenance
Headlamp Condensation