Swift Group 2009 Charisma - Winterisation;Storage

Maintenance
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• Openlocker,lightismountedabove.
Locate fixing screws (orientated towards
ceiling) and remove.
• Inthecaseofasidelocker,asmallfurniture
component onto which the light fitting is
secured can now be removed.
• Inthecaseofanupperwelshdresser(or
similar), a larger component carrying all the
lights from above that piece of furniture
may detach.
• Oncetheappropriatelightttinghasbeen
accessed, the tube should be twisted along
its length to release the tube and allow it to
be lifted from the fitting.
• Pleaseseethebulbreplacementchartfor
details of the type of tube fitted. In addition,
different ‘colour temperatures’ of bulb are
available. For a consistent appearance
replace tubes with those of equivalent colour
temperature: This will be stated on the fitted
tubeintheformat‘4200K’orsimilar.
WINTERISATION/STORAGE
This is probably an opportune moment to
arrange for the caravan to have its annual
service at your appointed dealer.
The following applies wherever your caravan is
stored particularly during the winter months.
Do not park near trees or larch type fences, due
to possible wind damage.
Keep any grass around the floor of the caravan
short, to maintain air flow and stop any possible
damp getting into the caravan.
It is advised that the caravan is ventilated
regularly throughout the winterisation /storage
period, opening windows, doors and rooflights
when possible.
General
All moving parts should be checked for
free operation.
Clean all cooking appliances and refrigerator.
Lubrication should be carried out at the points
illustrated in the general notes on chassis
maintenance(page112).
Charge up the on-board battery every
2 months.
Check alarm battery condition every 2 months
and charge if necessary.
Leave the refrigerator door open.
Leave furniture doors and lockers open to allow
air to circulate fully.
Soft Furnishings
Clean and dust the upholstery and if possible
remove before placing the caravan into winter
storage. Alternatively, stand the 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.
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 or even better, the wheels removed and the
caravan placed on “winter wheels” or axle stands.
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.