12. Maintenance and upkeep
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Skylights
, windows, mirrors and doors
Window surfaces require particularly careful treatment as they scratch
very easily, never clean using a brush.
Rules for upkeep
• Rub the rubber seals lightly with talcum power.
• Only clean acrylic glass window panes with a clean, moist
sponge and a soft towel. Dry cleaning can scratch the panes.
Use plain water to clean the windows. Wipe the mirror
dry with a soft cloth. Never use cleaning agents or ab
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rasive and aggressive detergents that contain softeners
or solvents! Wipe windows with a damp microfibre or
leather cloth, wiping in circles.
Only wipe the mirror carefully with a slightly damp micro
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fibre cloth if there are stubborn stains on it. Never use
razor blades to clean window panes or mirrors!
Talcum is available in auto specialty stores.
Roof
To prevent the paint on the roof of the caravan from corro
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ding, the roof plate should be cleaned at least once a year.
Clean the corner steadies with water and a damp sponge, then dry
and grease them, especially the spindle.
Cleaning instructions for materials that contain Teflon
Cleaning the interior
Rules for cleaning seat covers, upholstery covers and curtains
• Clean seat covers with a soft brush or vacuum cleaner.
• Have mattresses, cushions, bedspreads and curtains dry-cleaned
when they are badly soiled. Do not wash them yourself! Never
remove the covers from mattresses or cushions.
• Clean with the foam with a gentle detergent if required.
To reduce problems arising from dampness, use water
sparingly when cleaning inside.
• Always treat spots immediately.
• Sponge spots, but do not rub them.
• Work from the edge towards the middle of the spot.
• Never use household cleaners to remove spots.
• Use a vacuum cleaner on the cushions regularly to
remove any dirt that may have collected.
Do not use razor blades to clean the mirror or window
panes! Wipe mirrors and windows with a damp micro-
fibre cloth or leather cloth, wiping in circles. Do not use
any cleaning solutions.
