elddis 2011 Xplore 302, Руководство пользователя

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12-1
STORAGE
STORAGE
LONG TERM & WINTER STORAGE
If the caravan is to be stored for any length of
time, especially over the winter period, the
following operations are recommended:
(i) Remove all linens, blankets, cushions, clothes,
mattresses, etc, that could be affected by
damp conditions.
(ii) Clean the caravan inside and out as detailed
in the previous section.
(iii) Drain the water system (see Water system).
(iv) For winter storage and to prevent frost
damage all taps must be left in open
position. For those caravans with lift up taps
please ensure the taps are left in the central
position.
(v) Ensure all windows, roof lights and doors
are correctly fastened. All blinds and
flyscreens should be left in the retracted
position. Check fixed ventilation apertures
are not obstructed.
(vi) Ensure that the refrigerator/freezer
compartment doors are secured in the vent
position using the door catch.
(vii) Check that the site you have chosen to
store the caravan is open, fairly high and dry
and if possible not exposed to gales etc. If
this proves impossible it is recommended
that the caravan chassis is anchored to the
ground.
(viii) Jack up the caravan (use bottle or screw
jack, do NOT use the corner steadies) so
that the wheels are clear of the ground.
(ix) Support the caravan axle with wooden
blocks, axle stands or similar so that when
the jacks are removed the wheels remain
clear of the ground. Lower the corner
steadies to ‘just’ site the caravan. Cover the
tyres to prevent deterioration. Release the
handbrake.
(x) Security: Lowering and locking the corner
steadies and removing the wheels will
reduce the risk of caravan theft.
CARAVAN COVERS
Caravan covers may be used to protect your new
Xplore touring caravan provided that the cover
used is of a breathable type.
Ensure that the point of extending aerials or the
status aerial (depending on model if fitted) are
removed or retracted, and that the cover is well
tied down to avoid the cover being punctured.
Your caravan must be ventilated every 4 to 6
weeks if it is to be stored with a cover in place.
POWER DRAIN
In order to reduce any drain on your leisure
battery while your caravan is being stored ensure
that the main control switch on the refrigerator
is set to the ‘0’ position
Please Note: Do not work under the caravan
unless the corner steadies are down and the axle
is supported.
Should the caravan be stored for a prolonged
period of time it is strongly recommended that
the caravan is fully serviced before the
commencement of use. Your retailer will ensure
that your caravan is safe, secure and ready for
your enjoyment.
Please Note: Caravans stored for any length of
time should not have the handbrake or brakes
applied. The wheels should be chocked or
wedged and the handbrake released. The hitch
head should be checked to see that it is fully
extended and that there is no load on the braking
system.