Possl Globecar Summit, Instruction Manual

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Motorcaravan - 09/21-0 - GLO-MJ22-00EN
Care
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12.4.2 Winter lay-up
Additional measures are required if laying up the vehicle over winter:

When returning the motorhome to service check whether the filled water
system leaks. This is also advisable before starting every journey and
should be repeated at regular intervals.
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Damage that is caused by improper handling or by frost in the water
system is not covered by the warranty or guarantee.
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)
Water system Clean the water system using a cleaning agent from a specialised
store
Check all the water tapping points as well as kitchen, bath, shower,
and toilet for leakage.
Complete vehicle Arrange the tarpaulins in such a way that the ventilation openings
are not covered, or use porous tarpaulins