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cushions on their edges to allow circulation of
air. This will reduce the possibility of dampness
from condensation. Keep curtains or blinds
closed, to minimise fading of furniture.
If the blinds and/or flyscreens remain down for
a prolonged period of time, re-tensioning of
the springs will be necessary before re-use.
Work Surfaces
You should not stand very hot items on any of
the work surfaces.
Cupboard Catches
It is advisable to lightly oil all cupboard catches,
sliding bolts and hinges from time to time.
Bathroom, Shower Room and
Kitchen Equipment
All the Thermoplastic parts in these areas have
easy clean surfaces. To ensure long life and
prevent damage you must not use any cleaning
materials at all and ensure water temperatures
do not exceed 70°C, (putting cold water in first
is suggested). After every use, it is essential
that you rinse with clean water only and wipe
with a soft damp cloth.
Failure to follow these simple instructions
may result in premature failure or cracking
which will not be covered by any guarantees
(including extended warranties).
Furniture
A simple wipe over with a damp cloth should
be all that is required. Polishing with a
proprietary brand of wax polish enhances and
maintains furniture in showroom condition.
It must be remembered that because the
frames of some doors are made of ash, which
is a natural product, they can be affected by
temperature and humidity and may bow under
certain conditions. As conditions change they
should revert to their original positions.
Kitchen Drainer and Cutting Board
You should not stand hot items on to these
items. To wash use only warm soapy water, do
not use chemicals and bleach.
Changing Interior Bulbs
Remove the lens or lamp shade to access
the bulb.
ALWAYS REPLACE LIKE FOR LIKE
For individual replacement bulb specification,
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Wheels and Tyres
Do not store in one position with partially
deflated tyres. The tyre walls will suffer and do
present a real danger of blow outs, especially
when travelling at faster speeds than are
allowed in the UK.
The wheels should be turned every couple of
weeks. If you are removing the wheels, follow
the jacking procedure for changing a wheel.
Check your tyres regularly for signs of age
and deterioration, particularly wear, cracking
and blistering. If in doubt consult a reputable
tyre fitter.
Water System
Remove chopping board from bowl. All taps
should be opened. Single lever mixer taps,
including the shower mixer, should have the
lever moved to the central position and lifted
to the open position for hot and cold.
Drain water heater: Open yellow handle on
in line valve normally adjacent to water heater.
Valve is open when handle is vertical.
Drain water tanks:
Open the drain valve situated under the offside
skirt adjacent tot the fresh water tank.
Waste tank: Open in line valve adjacent to the
tank. Valve is open when handle is in line with
body of valve.
With valves and switches set as previously
described to run taps from the fresh water
tank, the pump can be run momentarily to
assist purging the water tank and pipes.
Remove shower head. Let the shower hose
drain into the shower tray and then return
to holder.
The Motorhome may be left in this
condition over winter or until ready to use.