FENDT CARAVAN 2021 Operation Manual page 108

11. Maintenance and upkeep
Rules for preparation
• Examine the vehicle for damage to paint or through rust, and
repair if necessary.
• Ensure that no water can seep into the forced de-aeration sys-
tem in the floor or into the heating element.
• Protect the metal parts of the lower floor against rust with a
wax-based protective agent.
• Preserve lacquered surfaces with a suitable agent.
Perform all necessary winterproofing
General rules:
• Only leave the caravan in an enclosed space if this space is dry
and well ventilated. Otherwise, park the caravan out in the open.
Rules for inner furnishings:
• Empty and clean the refrigerator. Leave the refrigerator door
open.
• Leave storage spaces and closets open for ventilation purposes.
• Position cushions and mattresses in such a way that they do
not come into contact with condensation.
• If necessary, heat the entire caravan to prevent mould build-up from
condensation moisture.
• Set up a dehumidifier inside the vehicle and dry or change the
granulate material regularly.
• Disconnect (or ideally, remove) batteries and check the energy
level at least once a month, recharging if necessary.
• Completely empty the entire water system.
Winter operation
In the course of winter operation, condensa-tion forms at low tem-
peratures when the vehicle is occupied. Sufficient ventilation plays a
very significant role in ensuring a suitable air quality within the vehicle
and preventing damage by condensation
Rules for ventilation:
• Set the heating element to the highest position and open ceiling
barriers, curtains and shades while the vehicle is initially being
heated. In doing this, you ensure optimum ventilation and de-
aeration.
• Only operate the heating element when the air circulation unit is on.
• In the morning, remove all cushions, ventilate all storage com
partments and dry moist spots.
• Install a chimney extension that is sufficiently long.
If condensation should build up somewhere in spite of
these preventive measures, just wipe it away.
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