Winter Operation - Hobby 400 SB Excellent Easy Operation Manual

11.4 Winter operation

Preparation
Due to the overall vehicle conception, (aluminium
sandwich construction with insulated windows)
your camper is suitable for winter operation.
WARNING: We recommend that you optimise
your camper in accordance with your personal
tastes for winter camping.
Your dealer will gladly advise you in these mat-
ters.
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 system 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 winter-proo-
fing
General rules:
• Only leave the camper in an enclosed space if
this space is dry and well ventilated. Other-
wise, park the camper 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 camper to pre-
vent mould build-up from condensation mois-
ture.
• Keep the vehicle interior dry with 3 kg of table
salt in a bowl. The salt absorbs the moisture.
This salt should be replaced often.
• Disconnect (or ideally, remove) batteries and
check the energy level at least once a month,
recharging if necessary.
• Completely empty the entire water system.
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