Globecar Campscout, Instruction Manual

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Motorhome - 02/11-0 - GLO-MJ11-00EN
Care
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12.4.2 Winter lay-up
Additional measures are required if laying up the vehicle over winter:
Gas system Close regulator tap on the gas bottle
Close all gas isolator taps
Always remove gas bottles from the gas bottle compartment, even if
they are empty
Electrical system Fully charge living area and starter battery
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Charge the battery for at least 20 hours before laying up.
Disconnect the living area battery from the 12 V power supply
Water system Empty the entire water system. Blow out the residual water from the
water pipes (0.5 bar max.). Leave the water taps on in central posi-
tion. Leave the safety/drainage valve (if available) and all drain cocks
open. Observe the notes in Chapter 11
If the transformer/rectifier is switched off using the battery cut-off
switch, the safety/drainage valve opens and the water drains.
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If the safety/drainage valve is switched off, the water
system is no longer protected sufficiently against frost.
Activities Done
Activities Done
Base vehicle Clean body and underbody thoroughly and spray with hot wax or
protect with varnish
Fill fuel tank with winter diesel
Check the frost protection in the cooling water
Repaint paint damage
Body Keep the forced ventilation open
Clean and grease all door and flap hinges
Brush oil or glycerine on all locking mechanisms
Rub all rubber seals with talc
Use graphite dust to treat locking cylinders
Interior Position de-humidifiers
Remove upholstery from the vehicle and store in a dry place
Air the interior every 3 weeks
Empty all cabinets and storage compartments, open flaps, doors and
drawers
Thoroughly clean the interior
Electrical system Remove the starter battery and living area battery and store in a
place protected from frost (see Chapter 9)