PREPARING FOR BAD WEATHER
During bad weather such as rain, wind, or cyclone, the following should be done:
• Close all roof vents and hatches to prevent water entering.
• Protect the awning from high winds by retracting or securing with guy ropes and pegs.
• Ensure your caravan is not parked in ground that will become boggy and prevent exiting the camp area
• Close all external doors and hatches to prevent water ingress and wind damage
EXTRAS
STORAGE AND CARE
LONG TERM STORAGE
To maximise the life of your caravan you should consider additional protection from the elements. UV light and moisture
can have an adverse effect on materials when left unprotected outside. This section outlines some of the things you can
do as an owner to protect your investment.
INTERIOR
Moisture and your camper are not friends, in fact they are your enemy. Here are some tips to reduce moisure and avoid
mould. High humidity and cooling temperatures can create condensation, additionally condensation can form under
mattresses due to temperature differences between warm bodies on top and the bed base being cold from outside
temperatures.
As a precaution you can do the following:
• Check under mattress for moisture before packing up. If moisture is found allow to thoroughly dry
before closing your caravan.
• Store 1 or 2 moisture absorbing packs/dehumidifier packs in the caravan to draw away any
residual water vapour.
• If packing up with damp or humid conditions, open and dry out the caravan at the first opportunity
when returning home. Dry all canvas thoroughly and follow point 2.
EXTERIOR
Ensure all seals on the caravan have proper compression at 30-50%, are free of dirt and have nothing protruding past the
seals. UV light and the elements can over time cause seals and fittings to perish and become brittle. The use of a camper
cover or tarpaulin will extend the life of components and keep your investment looking better for longer.
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