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• Do not block vents for forced ventilation.
• Set the heating to maximum power when heating up the caravan.
Open storage spaces, cupboards, drawers, furniture doors, cur-
tains, shades and plissés. This enables you to achieve optimum
ventilation and de-aerating.
• Only heat the caravan when the recirculation air system is swit-
ched on.
• Every morning, air all of the cushions, mattresses and storage
spaces and dry any damp spots.
• Air thoroughly with fully opened doors and windows several
times a day.
• If the outside temperature is under 8° C, winter covers* should
be tted over the ventilation grilles of the refrigerator.
The following applies for ventilation:
During operation in winter, condensation is caused when using
the caravan in low temperatures. Sucient ventilation is extremely
important to ensure that the quality of the air inside the caravan is
good and to avoid damage to the caravan caused by condensation.
The following applies for the interior ttings:
• Clean the interior of your caravan. Vacuum carpets, cushions and
mattresses. Alternatively, place them in such a way inside the
caravan that they do not come into contact with condensation.
• Use soapy water to clean linoleum and smooth surfaces.
• Empty and clean the refrigerator. Leave the refrigerator door in
the ventilation position (see 10.4).
• After cleaning them, leave storage spaces, cupboards, drawers
and furniture doors open to help air circulation.
• Leave vents for forced ventilation open. If the caravan is kept in
an enclosed space,, you can leave the skylight open.
• Air the caravan thoroughly every four to six weeks when the
weather is dry.
• Set up a dehumidier (such as salt) inside the caravan and dry
the granulate or change it regularly.
• If necessary, heat the caravan to prevent the build-up of mould
from condensation.
• Switch o the 12 V main switch.
Please also refer to the information given by the ma-
nufacturers of built-in devices regarding winter.
12.9 Winter useage
The following applies for your preparations:
• Check the caravan for damage to the paintwork or from rust
and, if necessary, repair it.
• Ensure that water cannot run into the ventilation and de-aera-
ting and heating systems.
• Use a wax-based protective agent to protect the metal parts of
the undercarriage against rust.
• Preserve lacquered external surfaces with suitable agents.
Preparations
Your caravan has been designed to allow you to use it to a certain
extent in winter. If you really wish to camp in winter, we recom-
mend that you optimize your caravan to meet your personal requi-
rements. Your dealer will be pleased to advise you.
Caravanning in winter
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