Maintenance Schedule

Check all tyre pressures including the spare. Use manufacturer's recommended pressures — not base vehicle figures.

Test the leisure battery voltage at rest. Should read 12.6V–12.8V fully charged. Charge if below 12.4V.

Test the carbon monoxide alarm and smoke alarm using the test button. CO alarms must respond within 30 seconds.

Apply Thetford or Dometic-approved seal lubricant to the blade seal. Work the blade 10–15 times to distribute.

Add sterilising solution to the water tank, run through all taps, leave 30 minutes, then flush thoroughly.

Inspect awning fabric for tears or mould. Lubricate arm pivot points and winding mechanism with silicone spray.

Check all exterior sealant joints around windows, roof lights, door frames, and roof equipment for cracks or gaps.

Full professional habitation check covering gas safety, electrical safety, damp, and all habitation systems.

Clean the burner, inspect the heat exchanger, check the circulation pump, and test all safety devices.

Replace the Whale or Shurflo inline water filter cartridge. A blocked filter causes pump overheating and failure.

Apply Nikwax or similar DWR reproofing spray to the awning fabric after cleaning. Restores water resistance.

Check the DOT date code on all tyres. Replace caravan tyres at 5 years, motorhome tyres at 7 years maximum.

Perform a full charge/discharge cycle to test actual battery capacity. Replace if capacity is below 70% of rated.

Drain water system, add antifreeze if required, disconnect battery or connect to trickle charger, and prepare for storage.

Reconnect and test all systems before the first trip of the season. Sanitise water system and check all seals.