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WINTERISATION
Winterisation
The Swift Group recommends the following
winterisation points for customers:
Servicing
Arrange (in advance) the yearly service and
habitation check, if the caravan's next service
is due while the vehicle is stored.
Electrical
If vehicle is being stored while connected to
230v Mains Hook-up:
• Ensure that the leisure battery is connected
and the 20A local fuse(s) is connected.
• The isolator switch on PSU should be in the
'ON' position, however. the control panel
should be switched 'OFF'.
• If Alde system is installed, there is a frost
protection setting, which can be used.
• Vehicles can be left in this condition
for extended periods, with the charger
operating to maintain the battery. However,
periodic maintenance and inspection is
recommended, this should include the
battery condition.
If vehicle is being stored not connected to
230v Mains Hook-up:
• Charge the leisure battery for 24 hours prior
to placing caravan in storage.
• Ensure the isolation button on PSU is in the
'OFF' position.
• Ensure leisure battery is connected and 20A
local fuse(s) is in place, if an alarm or tracker
device is fitted.
• The alarm will eventually drain the leisure
battery - we recommend regular (monthly)
inspection / re-charging of leisure battery
via appropriate means. A solar panel can be
used to provide an alternative power source
and extend the time between leisure battery
requiring a re-charge.
• Remove the leisure battery and store in a
dry place, if an alarm or tracker device is
not fitted.
• The battery should not be adversely affected
by winter temperatures but the level of charge
should be maintained to maximise the life
span of the battery. This can be achieved
using an automotive type battery charger as
and when required.
Gas system
• Ensure the gas supply is isolated at the gas
bottle, and ensure that the gas manifold taps
are off.
• Check the age and condition of the high
pressure gas hose and regulator, and replace
if required.
Appliances
Check the battery expiry date on the smoke
alarm and replace or remove as required.
• Ensure the fridge is turned off.
• Clean the inside of the fridge.
• Prop the fridge door open, and if possible,
the internal freezer compartment door for
ventilation.
• Fit fridge vent winter covers (if available).
• Ensure all hob / oven / microwave surfaces
are clean.
• If the caravan is going to be left connected
to 230v supply while not in use, ensure the
microwave is unplugged.
• Drain the toilet reservoir.
• Empty the toilet cassette.
• Leave toilet caps removed and apply acid-
free Vaseline or similar to the seals.
• Drain the toilet reservoir.
• Empty the toilet cassette - The Thetford
Cassette porta potti is easily winterised for
storage.
Empty the fresh water tank using the drain
tube / fresh water tank level indicator (level
indicator on electronic models only).
Pull the lever indicator / drain tube down
from top plug position and outward through
door opening to drain water from the tank.
Empty the water fill funnel by pulling the
bottle away from tank.
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