MOTORHOME CARE
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become very cold. Whenever possible, put
the heating on at a low level before use by
pre heating in cold weather.
h. Even with reasonable ventilation it is likely
if the temperature is less than 5
o
C and
the humidity is high that condensation will
occur. Ideally the temperature should be
kept about 20
o
C when occupied.
Mould Growth
Any sign of mould growth is an indication of
the presence of moisture and if caused by
condensation gives warning that heating or
ventilation may require improving.
New vehicles
New products take a long time before they are
fully 'dried out' because of the moisture in the
materials used during manufacture. While this
is happening extra heat and ventilation will be
required.
Changing Exterior Bulbs
ALWAYS REPLACE LIKE FOR LIKE
For individual replacement bulb specification,
refer to your base vehicle Handbook.
Generally road lighting bulbs can be easily
replaced by unscrewing and removing the lens
from the exterior of the caravan or motorhome.
Interior
Follow these guidelines to ensure your
investment is receiving the very best attention.
Side Walls, Roof Lining
A simple wipe over with a damp cloth and a
very mild detergent is all that is needed.
Soft Furnishings
Should be vacuumed occasionally to
remove grit and sand and help to keep
its smart appearance and ensure long
life. The upholstery can be cleaned with
a mild, reputable upholstery cleaner. It is
recommended that the curtains and pelmets
are specialist cleaned only. The foam used
in cushions are manufactured to meet fire
regulations. It requires time to return to its
normal position after prolonged use.
Clean and dust the upholstery and if possible
remove before placing the Motorhome
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.
Leather care
Leather furniture, if fitted in your vehicle,
requires little maintenance. Regular care of
leather does ensure its lasting quality and
some general rules for regular cleaning and
maintenance are:
• Clean the leather with a soft damp cloth
taking care not to soak the leather
• For a more thorough clean, use the Bridge
of Weir Leather cleaning and protection kit
available directly from the distribution centre
• Do not use saddle soap, wax polishes or
spray polishes
• Do not use any product or any method
of cleaning not recommended by the
manufacturer
• Avoid letting buckles, studs and zips come
into any direct contact with the furniture
• Avoid drying out the leather by taking extra
care where there is heating or blown air
outlets
EXTERIOR BULBS / SOFT FURNISHINGS
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