Opus OP4 2020 User Manual

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
INTERNAL CARE FOR YOUR OP4
• All cabinetry in the camper should be kept clean for maximum longevity; stains can be wiped o with a small cloth. A damp
cloth may be all that is required to remove most stains.
• Wipe o any spills and water residue on the units as soon as they occur to prevent damage to them or
other features of the camper such as the electrics.
• AVOID using abrasives including sponge scourers to clean the units as these may cause scratches and
issues with the nish of the units.
• AVOID placing hot objects/containers (cups/saucepans etc.) on the units directly; use a suitable mat/cover to prevent
marking the surfaces of the units.
• The cushions in your OPUS® camper are durable and simply require proper care and use.
• Clean o stains and dirt on the cushions as soon as they occur; this can easily be done using a damp cloth. Avoid soaking
the cushions or prolonged exposure to water and ensure they are thoroughly dry before packing the camper.
• Vacuum the cushions (and the trailer) regularly or as oen as needed depending on level of use. Pay extra aenon to
the trims as these may contain some dirt or undesirable items.
• AVOID stepping on the cushions with shoes or placing dirty items on them.
• Condensaon is caused by warm, moist air coming into contact with cold surfaces. Moisture can be introduced into
your OP15 from the shower, warm bodies breathing out water vapor and perspiring in an enclosed, sealed space. If
condensaon is le unaddressed for long periods it can lead to mold
• Be sure to check all water pipes, joints and ngs regularly for signs of leaks or seal failure. Water leaks can cause major
damage inside your OP15. This also extends to all exterior joints and pipes. or damp which can be damaging to your
health.
STORAGE
IMPORTANT! THE OPUS® CAMPER MUST NOT BE STORED WET/DAMP
• Pack down the trailer correctly and ensure nothing is out of place e.g. no canvas outside of the trailer, all windows and
skylights are closed, all rubber gasket seals for storage compartments are intact and storage compartments are fully
closed.
• Ensure the dust guards over the propane and water quick connects are cleaned periodically aer every trip and at least
once a year. Also make sure the dust guards are used when the hoses are not inserted.
• It is strongly advised that you use a storage cover for your OP4 if it is to be stored in an uncovered locaon. If you
are supplied with an OPUS Storage cover this must be used for periods of storage; failure to do so may impact your
warranty coverage. The OPUS storage cover provided with your camper is engineered for the OP4 specically to
ensure all features are protected. The storage cover is advised for any period of storage when your camper is closed,
to keep your camper in prisne condion. Storage under a protecve shelter is recommended.
• Clean o dirt and grime on the unit from traveling/terrain to keep your camper in good condion and maximize its
longevity.
• Regular baery maintenance checks will prolong the life of your baery—see below secon on maintaining your
baeries during storage.
• Ensure the water tanks are emped aer use, and contain no liquids if being stored—see below secon on water tank
maintenance for further informaon.
• Store on a level surface, turn o all electrical switches and appliances, cover exterior appliance vents to prevent moisture
and insects from entering during storage. Storing your OPUS on unleveled ground can prevent proper drainage and
impact the funcon of the seals, leading to water ingress and potenal mold or condensaon issues.
• Check the exterior and interior of the camper periodically to be sure of no sing water and that leaks have not developed
or that condensaon has not formed, causing damage to interior components. To reduce the possibility of condensaon,
air out the OP4 occasionally during storage.
• Keep the roof free from snow and ice. Check it periodically and aer a heavy snowfall.
BATTERY MAINTENANCE DURING STORAGE
We have spec’d the Opus so you have the ability to leave your Opus plugged in without the need to remove the 30ah cable.
We have done this for easy baery maintenance and care to protect your baeries from being completely
depleted over long periods of storage which can cause your baeries to degrade faster. Our advice for
simplicity of use would be to leave the camper plugged in, NOCO adverses that this is acceptable pracce.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Please follow these steps for proper baery care during periods of storage if you are NOT leaving your OP4 plugged into shore
power during storage.
1. Completely charge the baery before storage
2. Store the baery in a cool, dry locaon. Heat is a baery killer. Do not forget to completely remove all loads from the
baery (turn o your baery disconnect or remove the connecon to your baery post).
3. Monitor the specic gravity or voltage. Once below 70% charge, give it a boost charge.
4. Completely recharge the baery before pung back in service.
5. Equalize the baery before pung back in service.
Following the above would mean that you need to disconnect the baeries enrely from your system, this would result in the Air Compressor not operang
aer winter storage; you would therefore need to manually inate the tent for your rst use.
POTABLE WATER TANKS
Please ensure you sanize, ush and drain the water tanks before rst use and aer any period of storage. To maintain the
cleanliness of your potable water tanks please ensure you ONLY use water from a reliable source and that all water is ushed
from your potable water tanks aer each trip or every two weeks when in use. Do NOT store water in the tanks for more than
two weeks. To drain your potable water system:
• Turn o the water pumps
• On boom of both potable water tanks is a drain plug. Open this plug to allow remaining water to gravity drain. Ensure
water is collected and disposed of in a responsible way.
• Open your faucet & shower to allow any residual water to drain. Close the faucets again.
• Ensure the drain plug is closed again before re-ll the tanks.
We strongly recommend sanizing your potable water tanks at least once every six months. If you suspect an issue with the
quality of the water in your tanks or noce discoloraon, odor or foul taste you should sanize immediately. Always check
your potable water source and use a ll hose listed for use with potable water. To sanize your potable water system:
• Flush all water from system as detailed above
• Use a potable water sanizing product such as Camco TastePURE Spring Fresh Water System Cleaner
• Do NOT use bleach to sanize the tanks as they are stainless steel and it will cause corrosion
• Follow the steps as directed on your potable water sanizing product to ll, sanize and purge as required.
WINTERIZING YOUR POTABLE WATER SYSTEM
To avoid damage to your water system caused by cold weather or during long periods of storage, please follow these steps
to winterize your water system:
WARNING! Do NOT use automove anfreeze to winterize your potable water system as they are highly toxic and
ingeson may leave to serious injury or death
• Drain the water from your potable water system following the above steps.
• Flush the water tanks with RV winterizing uid; please follow the instrucons on the label carefully to determine the
correct diluon or amount of uid to use.
• Using the water pumps for both the front and rear tanks, run this winterizing uid through the enre water system
including the faucets and shower as well. This will lubricate and protect your water pumps and ngs during storage.
• DO NOT use the water pumps to run your tanks dry. Instead run the pumps to get some of this uid through the system.
• Aer winter follow the steps above to purge the winterizing soluon from your system (you may need to ush with water
several mes) then sanize your potable water system.
RETURN TO THE ROAD
Ensure that your camper and accessories are t for the road and you adhere to all local laws.
1. Check the wheels and res and ensure they are in good condion with the bolts correctly torqued.
2. Check re pressures once a month and before any extended trips
3. Check to ensure all bolts are ghtened on the under carriage.
4. Check the lights and ngs and ensure they are funconing correctly.
5. Check the brakes are in good working order
6. The chassis/running gear and the gas installaon of your OP4 camper should be checked on an annual
basis by a qualied service center.
7. Purge & your water tanks of winterizing uid & Sanize as required.
POTABLE WATER SYSTEM MAINTENENCE

Opus OP4 2020 Specifications

General

Brand	Opus
Model	OP4 2020
Category	Utility Vehicle
Language	English