Swift Group Select 122 Owner's Handbook Manual page 118

Modifications - DIY work
Owners need to be aware that carrying out
DIY modifications to your motorhome may in
certain instances, invalidate the warranty cover
and could also affect the safety and structure
of the vehicle.
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WARNING: WD40 is not recommended
for external or internal use
WD40 attacks paintwork and sealants.
If a lubricant is required for Interior hinges,
Sliding door tracks, Bottle box hinges,
Exterior door hinges, Plastic tracking etc. We
recommend "Ambersil 40+" this is readily
available from most DIY/Automotive retailers
including Halford's .
Before carrying out any DIY work within the
warranty period, please check with your
nearest dealer or contact Supercare customer
services on 01482 875740 for advice.
Paintwork
Proper care involves washing the motorhome
regularly with a mild detergent rinsing with cold
water and leathering off. A good quality, similar
coloured car wax may also be applied which
will make washing even easier.
Please note: Do not use abrasive-eleaning
agents, on the exterior of your motorhome.
Stubborn stains may be removed using a soft
cloth and mild detergent.
!
WARNING: Overzealous use of
detergents may loosen the decals and /
or badges.
Acrylic Windows
The windows in your motorhome are fully
double glazed and, with care, will remain
sparkling and scratch free.
Acrylic (Plastic) Window Condensation
Unlike domestic double glazed windows,
your caravan / Motorhomes window are not
vacuum sealed instead the double panes of
acrylic plastic with are fitted with a breathable
plug on the inner pane.
GE N E RA L CA RE
It is possible, in weather where extremes
in temperatures occur between night and
day, that customer will notice condensation
between the panes. The same phenomenon
may also occur when washing your vehicle on
a hot day.
The condensation should clear itself when
the ambient conditions return to normal and
the air between the panes dries. However, if
this is taking a longer time than required, the
breathable plug (normally located in the top
corner of the window) can be removed, with
a pin or sharp object, and replaced when the
panes are dry. Care should be taken when
doing this.
Acrylic (Plastic) Window Cleaning
The material used to produce most caravan
and Motorhome windows is acrylic plastic.
While the acrylic used is very durable, it is
able to be scratched with relative ease and
therefore, care must be taken when clearing
your vehicle not to use aggressive clearing
products. Equally, care should be taken when
using a drying cloth that it is clean and free
from grit.
Keeping Your Acrylic Windows Sparkling
For small scratches, it is possible to use a
liquid metal polish or a proprietary acrylic
polish of a suitable grade dependant on the
severity of the scratches.
Cleaning Windows
Wash down as you would your car. Do not use
a sponge on dirty windows. When all the dirt
has been removed, dry with a leather or similar
type of cloth. The catches and stays do not
require lubricating.
Removing Tar
Use a proprietary tar remover on your double
glazed windows; (available from most leading
car accessory or do-it-yourself shops). Do not
use petrol or other chemicals.
Note: The use of a pressure washer on
the exterior of your motorhome is not
recommended as this may damage the
transfers.
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