User Manual XXL Globetrotter 2006 - Dethleffs

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Care
12.3 Extractor hood
Clean the extractor hood filter occasionally. How often cleaning is necessary
depends on how often the extractor hood is used. Do not wait to clean the filter
until the performance of the extractor hood has noticeably decreased.
Cleaning the filter:
Wash the filter with warm water and some washing-up liquid.
12.4 Winter care
De-icing salt damages the underbody and the parts open to water spray.
Dethleffs recommends to wash the vehicle more frequently during wintertime.
Mechanical and surface treated parts and the underside are under particular
strain, and should therefore be cleaned thoroughly.
If there is any risk of frost, always run heater at a minimum of 15 °C. In the
case extreme external temperatures, the furniture flaps and doors should
be left slightly open. The inflowing warm air can help prevent the freezing
of water pipes, for example, and counteract the formation of condensation
in the storage spaces.
If there is any risk of frost, cover the windscreen with winter insulation mats.
12.4.1 Preparations
Check the motorhome for paint and rust damage. Repair damage as necessary.
Make certain that water cannot penetrate the automatic floor ventilation
system and the heater.
Use a wax-based rust inhibitor to protect the metal parts of the underbody.
Use appropriate protection for external painted surfaces.
12.4.2 Winter operation
During winter operation, condensation develops when the motorhome is occupied
under low-temperature conditions. To ensure good interior air quality and
avoid vehicle damage from condensation, sufficient ventilation is essential.
When heating the vehicle, the heater should be at the highest setting and
roof storage cabinets, curtains and blinds should be opened. This ensures
optimal ventilation.
In the morning, lift up all cushions, air out storage boxes and dry any damp
areas.
If condensation has still developed, just wipe it off.
12.4.3 At the end of the winter season
Thoroughly clean the underbody of the vehicle and the engine. When this
is done, corrosion-inducing anti-freeze agents (salts, alkaline residues) are
removed.
Clean the exterior and use regular car wax to protect metal surfaces.
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