Globecar 2 Win, Instruction Manual

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Care
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12.3 Winter care
12.3.1 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.
12.4 Lay-up
12.4.1 Temporary lay-up
Before laying up the vehicle, go through the following checklist:
If there is any risk of frost, always run heater at a minimum of 15 °C. In the
case 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 condensation
in the storage spaces.
If there is any risk of frost, cover the windscreen with winter insulation mats.
If condensation has still developed, just wipe it off.
If the vehicle has been stationary for a long period (approx. 10 months)
have the braking and gas systems checked by an authorised specialist
workshop.
Take into consideration that water is undrinkable after only a short time.
Activities Done
Base vehicle Completely fill fuel tank. This prevents corrosion damage within the
fuel tank system
Jack up vehicle so that the wheels do not bear any load, or move ve-
hicle every 4 weeks. This prevents any pressure points from occur-
ring on tyres and wheel bearings
Protect the tyres from direct exposure to the sun. Danger of forma-
tion of cracks!
Always provide for sufficient ventilation in the underbody area
Humidity or lack of oxygen e.g. by covering with plastic film
may cause optical irregularities to the underbody.