Maintenance
ALKO RUNNING GEAR
CARE & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR YOUR AL-KO CHASSIS AND
COMPONENTS
General Information
The AL-KO lightweight chassis has been
perfected by many years of research and
development, supported by an exhaustive
test programme.
Manufactured from high quality steel, the
chassis has extra deep sections to provide
strength at points of maximum stress. Large
elongated holes are punched in the
longitudinal chassis members, to reduce
weight to a minimum. Each hole incorporates
a return flange to maintain the required
strength and provide rigidity in the extra
deep sections.
The chassis frame is of a bolted construction
which allows replacement of individual parts
should the need arise.
The chassis is Hot Dipped Galvanised. This
is regarded as one of the best forms of
corrosion protection.
It does however
require minimal maintenance in certain
circumstances and should, if properly
maintained, last the lifetime of the vehicle.
When new, the chassis is of a bright and
shiny appearance. As the galvanising cures
during the initial 2/3 month period, this will
gradually change to a medium/dark grey
colour. This grey finish is the ideal, giving the
correct protective coating. During this curing
period the surface should be protected to
avoid possible
wet storage stain, in the
form of a soft, light coloured, porous,
oxidation layer. If the chassis members are in
contact with any salt deposits from roads
this should immediately be washed off with a
high pressure washer. Salt attracts moisture
allowing the surfaces to remain wet, this
prevents curing and also allows formation of
wet storage stain.
It is recommended that the chassis/
components are washed off, using a
pressure washer on an annual basis
(especially after winter usage), to avoid
undesirable build up of salt and dirt deposits.
The galvanised chassis should not be
painted or subjected to any other protective
treatment.
Should the galvanising become superficially
damaged exposing the steel core, this
should be cleaned and treated with a
Cold
Galvanising Spray obtainable from vehicle
accessory outlets.
Damage to chassis members through impact
etc,
MUST NOT be straightened or welded.
Damaged chassis members MUST be
replaced.
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freely from the hot taps. About 2 gallons of
water will be required. Close the hot taps.
Appliances
Before starting caravanning after storage
check all gas appliances and electrical
points.
Note: Preferably not less than once a year,
the electrical installation should be inspected
and tested by a qualified electrician.
After storage it is advisable to air the caravan
and clean throughout, especially cooking
appliances and the refrigerator.
Replace the bedding and wheels if they were
removed for storage.
Important
Always follow the manufacturers
recommended procedures after use of fitted
equipment in the caravan and before storing
for any length of time.
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