Mattresses and curtains.
Mattress covers and curtains should be washed using laundry detergent.
Furniture.
The stove and sink should be cleaned using water mixed with detergent and
wiped dry.
Do not use agents that may scratch the surface or cause chemical damage.
Floor
The floor should be cleaned using warm water mixed with detergent. The
floor should be periodically polished with wax or another floor maintenance
product.
After the end of the season:
- wash the caravan body with car shampoo,
- check the condition of seals at all elements attached to the caravan
(aluminium slats, manoeuvring handles, lights, windows)
– losses of sealant
should be supplemented with silicone or MS sealant,
- secure the pins of the connector plug with an agent providing temporary
protection (e.g. WD40),
- Apply a coat of automotive protective wax to the caravan body,
- remove any remaining water from the water system and the travel toilet.
8. Technical inspections
Periodic inspections are essential for safe and reliable use of the caravan.
The User must have the following inspections performed by a specialist workshop
Date
Type of activity
after 2,000 km or
no later than after
6 months*
Wheel bearing inspection.
Lubrication of the bearing sleeves of the
overrun device
after every 10,000
km or every 12
months
Brake system inspection, adjustment and lubrication.
Lubrication of the bearing sleeves of the overrun device
*) whichever comes first
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9. USER GUIDELINES
When towing the caravan:
–
It is important not to drive the vehicle at full speed at all times and maintain
an increased distance from other vehicles to be able to increase speed in
the event of slippage,
–
Exercise particular caution at turnings, especially if the road is wet,
–
The braking distance of the vehicle-caravan set is greater than that of the
vehicle alone,
–
When the caravan is parked on a slope, place wheel chocks under the
wheels, and if the caravan is equipped with a brake system, apply the
brakes using the hand lever.
–
The maximum permissible weight of the caravan must not exceed that
stated in the towing vehicle documents, even if the law provides for higher
values.
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after 5,000 km or
after 12 months*
Brake system inspection. Brake
shoe adjustment.
Lubrication of the bearing sleeves of the overrun device
after 10,000 km
after 12 months*
Lubrication of the brake cables and other
components of the brake system
