Storage And Winterization; Maintaining The Heating System; Lp Gas Connections And Hoses - Alde Compact 3020 Instructions D'utilisation

1.8

STORAGE AND WINTERIZATION

CAUTION
OBSERVERA
The heating system and its plumbing components
should always be drained of fresh water when there is
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a risk of freezing and when the RV is not in use.
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The warranty does not cover frost damage.
For this reason it is advisable to follow the recommendation(s) below if the heating system is to be stored in a freez-
ing environment or for long periods of time. At the start of the winter season or before traveling to a location where
freezing conditions are likely, the heating must be winterized. Winterization can be accomplished using one of the two
common methods of winterization used for RV water systems:
• Drain the hot water tank in the heating system, refer to "Draining the hot water tank in the heating system using
the combined safety/drain valve:" on page 10.
• Antifreeze method: Follow the RV manufacturer's recommendations and fill the water system with a non-toxic
antifreeze. Make sure that the antifreeze flows from each tap to complete the process.
Also:
• Turn off the main power supply to the heating system. The main power supply should always be switched off when
the vehicle is not being used.
• Turn off the LP Gas supply tank.
• When washing the vehicle, take care not to get water in the wall flue.
1.9

MAINTAINING THE HEATING SYSTEM

Repairs must be performed by a qualified service technician. Verify proper operation after servicing.
CAUTION
OBSERVERA
Read all instructions first before maintaining the
heating system!
ATTENTION
VOORZICHTIG
WARNING
SHARP EDGES CAN CAUSE
CUT INJURIES
VARNING
Always wear protective gloves to avoid injuries from
AVERTISSEMENT
sharp edges during maintenance.
WARNUNG
ADVARSEL

1.10 LP GAS CONNECTIONS AND HOSES

VAROITUS
ADVERTENCIA
CAUTION
AVVERTENZA
OBSERVERA
Only specialty hoses rated for use with LP Gas should
WAARSCHUWING
be installed with this system. The use of other types
ATTENTION
of hose may result in hose failure and leakage. Hoses
VOORZICHTIG
must be changed by a trained professional.
Rubber hoses have a propensity to dry out and crack and therefore LP Gas hoses must be changed according to
national regulations, at least once every 5 years. Check the date stamp on the hose.
CAUTION
OBSERVERA
Do not drink any alcohol or take any drugs before or
during the maintenance of the heating system and
ATTENTION
follow the safety instructions carefully.
VOORZICHTIG
NOTICE
The LP Gas system must be checked regularly (pref-
erably once a year) by a professional to help ensure
that there are no leaks from connections or hoses.
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