FRANKIA OPERATING MANUAL
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FRANKIA OPERATING MANUAL
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Kitchen worktop and shelves made of solid surface material (option):
If you follow the instructions described below, you will enjoy the solid surface material for many years. Like all other
surfaces, a solid surface also needs regular cleaning and care. For daily cleaning you only need water, a household
cleaner (e.g. Viss scouring milk) and a sponge, in which the non-woven material contains no abrasive grit. In most cases,
it is sufficient to clean the solid surface with water and Viss as usual and to wipe it dry. Please note that dark areas
require more care than light areas. Hard water can leave limescale marks on the surface. Wiping with a damp cloth and
polishing with a dry cloth will help to get the problem under control. Household limescale removers can occasionally
be used for larger limescale deposits. Stubborn stains such as cigarette condensates, cosmetics, pollen or the like
can be removed with scouring milk or with the abrasive side of a household sponge. Please note that this can lead to
a change in the gloss level.
Although solid surface materials are significantly harder than many comparable surfaces, you should always use a
suitable surface for cutting. Should cuts, scratches or burn marks from cigarettes appear, they can be removed with
fine sandpaper. Please inquire with your specialist company about the appropriate procedure. Always use coasters or
potholders so that work surfaces, sinks or counters are not damaged by hot pots, pans, baking tins or other objects
that generate heat. Most chemicals, reagents or biochemical dyes used in the home have little effect if they are quickly
washed off with water and treated afterwards, as described above. Paint stains, acidic drain cleaners and acetone-con-
taining nail polish removers should be avoided. Prolonged contact with concentrated acids, chlorinated solvents and
ketones can cause the surface to be etched or discoloured. Most serious damage caused by impact, heat or vandalism
can be completely repaired.
Kitchen sink and shower base:
For the care of the sinks, we recommend the following care instructions:
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Do not use detergents that attack the surface
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Do not use any aggressive cleaning agents
Washroom basin
To clean the Ocritech Matt washbasin daily, use a Scotch Brite sponge, scouring milk and a little water. Use a microfibre
cloth to dry. Never use alcohol, nail polish remover or other solvents that can damage the material.
Siphons:
The siphons of all drains should be cleaned occasionally. If the water runs
noticeably slower, disassemble the siphon and remove deposits.
Heater: For the care of the warm air heating, we recommend the care products from Truma.
Sink screw siphon
Wash basin pipe siphon
8. WINTER
8.1 Winter holidays
When you go on a winter holiday, please pay attention to the following:
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Protect the entrance step pivot bearing against freezing with lubricating grease.
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Use only propane gas. Propane gas changes from liquid to gaseous state down to - 42° C.
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The pressure reducer on the operating gas bottle should be equipped with a TRUMA Triomatic system with
an ice-ex heater (= option).
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If the outside temperature is below + 5° C, the ice-ex heater must be started up to prevent the pres-
sure reducer from freezing.
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Treat door locks with silicone.
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Keep the floor ventilation in the gas bottle compartment clear. If required, remove snow.
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Heat the interior sufficiently even when leaving the motorhome so that the water pipe to the toilet and
its drain does not freeze.
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Do not put antifreeze in the tanks and the piping system. Risk of poisoning!! Antifreeze corrodes the
pipes and damages the environment.
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For temperatures below 0° C, protect the outside ventilation grille of the refrigerator with a winter
cover also during operation. Installation instructions can be seen on the inside of the covers.
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The winter cover must be removed at temperatures above + 5° C.
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Depending on the use, number of people, location, humidity and temperature inside and outside,
ensure good ventilation and simultaneous, sufficient heating.
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The interior is vapour diffusion tight, i.e. moisture occurring when cooking, showering and drying wet
clothes cannot escape. Ventilate well and heat vigorously at the same time.
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The excess moisture in the indoor air is first reflected in the colder surfaces in the motorhome. Therefore,
observe and remove any condensation on the window panes and, in the case of A-class models, on the
front and corners of the alcove.
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The motorhome is suitable for winter operation up to approx. - 15° C.
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Do not forget to take along the usual winter utensils like snow shovel, ice scraper, snow sweeper, gloves,
de-icing spray, lock deicer.
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Be sure to clear snow and ice from the roof of your motorhome before departure. Larger ice sheets or
amounts of snow that slide off the roof of the motorhome while driving endanger other road users.
Preparation of living area:
The motorhome must be permanently heated when the fresh water system is full. The same procedure
should be followed for wastewater or holding tanks that are not completely empty. As long as the out-
side temperature does not drop extremely, your water supply is frost-proof.