Bailey pproach SE User manual

Bailey Caravans, South Liberty Lane, Bristol BS3 2SS
www.bailey-mhomes.co.uk
Ownerʼs Manual

CONTENTS
i
Page
Contents .....................................................................................i
Data Record .............................................................................. ii
Section
Introduction / Warranty / Useful Advice / Body Construction .... 1
Motorhome Code ..................................................................... 2
Preparing for the Road ............................................................. 3
On the Road ............................................................................. 4
Safety & Security...................................................................... 5
Connection of Services ............................................................ 6
Fitted Equipment ...................................................................... 7
Care of your Motorhome .......................................................... 8
Index ........................................................................................ 9
Copyright © 2011 Bailey Caravans Ltd. All rights reserved.
No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic
or mechanical, for any purpose, without the express written permission of Bailey Caravans Ltd.

DATA RECORD
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OWNERS DETAILS
MODEL .........................................................................................................................................
VEHICLE REGISTRATION NUMBER (NUMBER PLATE): ..........................................................
VEHICLE VIN NUMBER (UNDER BONNET): ..............................................................................
VEHICLE PRODUCTION NUMBER (IN GLOVE BOX): ...............................................................
OWNER’S NAME: .........................................................................................................................
ADDRESS: ....................................................................................................................................
......................................................................................................................................................
......................................................................................................................................................
TEL.NO: ........................................................................................................................................
HABITATION KEY NUMBER: .......................................................................................................
RETAILER’S NAME: .....................................................................................................................
RETAILER’S ADDRESS: ..............................................................................................................
......................................................................................................................................................
......................................................................................................................................................
TEL.NO: ........................................................................................................................................
MTPLM: ........................................................................................................................................
REAR AXLE LIMIT: .......................................................................................................................
FRONTTT AXLE LIMIT: .................................................................................................................
GTW (GROSS TRAIN WEIGHT): .................................................................................................

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INTRODUCTION
WELCOME
Congratulations on the purchase of your
Bailey motorhome. We would like to welcome
you into the ranks of Bailey Owners. We are
confident that this vehicle will give you many
years of enjoyment.
This handbook has been designed to enable
you to derive the maximum benefits and
pleasure from your motorhome. The
information and hints will be beneficial to you
in protecting your investment whether you
are an experienced or new motorhome user.
Information leaflets and literature on safe
operation of appliances and equipment fitted
to your motorhome are included in the Bailey
Information pack. Please read these
carefully prior to use.
Failure to observe recommendations or
precautions could result in incorrect operation
of equipment which could in turn lead to
subsequent risk to occupants.
The information contained within this
handbook will answer most of your questions.
However, if there are any areas that we have
failed to cover please do not hesitate to
consult your supplying retailer.
Always consult your supplying retailer before
additional equipment is fitted to ensure the
location of appropriate structural support.
Equally, make sure that the weight of a heavy
accessory will not place the MTPLM of the
vehicle at risk when you are loaded up for a
trip
Retailers are not agents of Bailey and have
absolutely no authority to bind Bailey by any
express or implied undertaking or
representation.
Happy Touring!
To enable your queries to be dealt with
more efficiently always quote your
Approach SE’s production number which can
be found in the glove compartment on the
Bailey Weight Plate as shown in Fig 1.
It is the policy of both Bailey and Peugeot to
constantly improve their vehicles, so whilst all
illustrations and descriptive matter in this
handbook are intended to give a general idea
of the motorhome and are correct at the time
of going to press, changing market and
supply situations may prevent us from
maintaining the exact specification details of
this handbook. Both companies therefore
reserve the right to alter specification at any
time without prior notice.
Bailey Motorhomes offer a variety of
customer uses and whilst each vehicle is
designed to feature the optimum storage,
seating, sleeping and fluid capacities, it is the
driver’s responsibility to select the correct
loads without exceeding the weight
capabilities of your chosen vehicle. These
weights can be found on the weight plate
located inside your glove compartment along
with the production number.
Fig 1

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INTRODUCTION
SAFETY
This handbook contains the information that
you will require for your safe enjoyment of
your motorhome. All the information
contained herein is important. However, to
draw your attention to specific items we have
prefixed them with the following symbols to
indicate a warning, caution or note
respectively.
WARNINGS are items that if ignored
can cause the user(s) physical harm
Cautions are items that if ignored can
result in damage to the motorhome
Notes are reminders that should be
heeded.
To ensure all the occupants of your
motorhome enjoy a safe and relaxed
environment please observe the
following:
•Ensure all occupants are aware of their
escape routes in an emergency
•Always keep escape routes and exit
points clear from obstruction and debris
•Provide one dry powder fire extinguisher
of an approved type or complying with
ISO 7165 of at least 1Kg capacity by the
main door, and a fire blanket within easy
reach of the cooker. Familiarise yourself
with your fire extinguisher and the local
fire precaution arrangements.
•Ensure the motorhome is serviced and
maintained in accordance with this
handbook as well as the base vehicle
handbook. The recommendation of
manufacturers regarding their appliances
must also be followed. Also, ensure that
any replacement parts for an appliance
conform to the appliance manufacturer’s
specifications and should be fitted by
them or an authorised agent.
•Your motorhome is a compact living
environment and appliances should be
treated in the same way as those in the
home to prevent accidental burning and
scalding. Keep young children away from
hot surfaces.
•Never allow anyone without a valid
driving licence to drive your motorhome.
STATEMENT OF CONFORMITY
All Bailey Motorhomes have
been certified by the National
Caravan Council for compliance
with European Standards, UK
Legislation and industry Codes
of Practice relating to health and safety
issues. The approval process covers the
testing and inspection of critical areas of the
product from fire safety, weights and
dimensions, to gas, electrics and ventilation.
Every Bailey motorhome carries the “NCC
Approved Motor Caravan” badge. The NCC
conducts unannounced inspections at their
members’ factories to ensure continued
compliance.
NCC Approval gives you peace of mind that
your motorhome is legal and safe.
Your Bailey motorhome is European Whole
Vehicle Type Approved.
This assures you that your motorhome meets
all European regulations and has been
constructed to conform to these rigorous
standards for both manufacturing and
product safety. This allows you to register
your vehicle in another country. Your
certificate of conformity is in the document
pack provided with your vehicle.

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INTRODUCTION
Model: This handbook covers all of the
Peugeot based Approach SE models
built on an AL-KO chassis.
Gas System: This system is for use on
vehicles with a 30 Mb gas system. The gas
system pressure is noted on a label inside
the gas locker.
Conversion Type: Your vehicle is classed as
a coachbuilt motorhome made with insulated
laminated panels with a GRP outer skin.
Climatic Conditions: The Approach SE range
of motorhomes is designed for use in
extreme temperature climates and has been
tested to Grade 3 in accordance with
EN1646-1: 2004.
Handbook: Any queries should be addressed
to your Bailey Retailer. Always quote your
production number in correspondence.
Appliance Instructions: The appliance
instructions have been extracted from those
supplied by the appliance manufacturer.
Automotive- Peugeot: For all Bailey
motorhomes’ automotive requirements
please refer to the Peugeot vehicle
instruction handbook or your local Peugeot
Dealer.
Tyre Pressures: Your
Bailey motorhome is
fitted with Michelin
Agilis Camping tyres.
These tyres are
designed to run at 80
Psi on the rear axle
for all all loads when
used in a single
fitment. The front
tyre pressure can be
set depending on the
maximum in-service
vehicle loads. The
cold tyre pressures
for your vehicle are
labelled on the inside
of the passenger door frame.
The tyres are 215/70 R15 CP 109Q.
In practice, higher than required pressures,
may also influence wear life and tyre
performance.
Chassis Number: Record both the chassis
number and the production number of your
motorhome and store it safely at home.
The chassis number is a 17 digit number this
can be found:
•On a small ‘window’ in the bottom left
hand corner of the front windscreen.
•On the plate under the bonnet.
•On the European Whole Vehicle Type
Approval plate which can be found in the
gas locker.
You will find
•The plate under the bonnet relates to the
base vehicle data and maybe replaces
with an AL-KO plate if the weight has
been upgraded.
•The motorhome conversion plate can
be found inside the glove box. The
production number is found on the plate
and is another alphanumeric code of 17
digits. Above the production number you
will find the MTPLM and the MRO
information.
•There is also a helpful weights and
dimensions label that is under the drivers’
sun visor.
Fig 2

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WARRANTY
BAILEY WARRANTY
If you have a problem, or enquiry relating to
your motorhome please follow these steps:
•Check the handbooks.
•Contact your supplying retailer for
assistance.
•The following suppliers provide a direct
aftersales service please contact them
directly:
AL-KO
Al-KO Kober Limited
South Warwickshire Business Park
Kineton Road
Southam
Warwickshire
CV47 0AL
Fax: [phone]
E Mail: [email protected]
DOMETIC
Dometic UK Ltd
Dometic House
The Brewery
Blandford St Mary
Dorset DT11 9LS
Telephone: [phone]
email: [email protected]
It is with the retailer that the purchaser’s
Contract of Sale exists and consequently
Bailey Caravans cannot enter into any
discussions with the purchaser.
All Bailey products are classified as
“portable”. All work under warranty requires
that the motorhome be delivered to and
collected from the Bailey retailer.
Whilst very effort is made wihin this
handbook to accurately reflect and
describe our home market motorhomes
(those purchased and stored on the
mainland) our policy of continued
improvements and change in market and
supply conditions mean that we reserve the
right to alter specification without further
notice. Some materials used in the
production of our motorhomes can result in
variations to the figures quoted in respect of
measurements and weights.
MOTORHOME WARRANTY COVER
Total satisfaction is the top priority at Bailey
and the quality ethos extends to the after-
sales service and manufacturer’s warranty
that comes with every new Bailey Approach
SE motorhome. In this way we not only
ensure long-term peace of mind but also
enhance the resale value of your investment.
Your Approach SE motorhome has three
warranties:-
3 Year Base Vehicle Warranty - Provided by
Peugeot
The Bailey Approach SE motorhome is a
coach-built model which utilises a Peugeot
base vehicle. Peugeot provides a
manufacturer’s warranty for the base vehicle
supplied which is subject to the terms and
conditions laid down in their handbook. All
enquiries relating to this warranty should be
directed to your local Peugeot Service Agent.
6 Year Body Shell Integrity Guarantee -
Provided by Bailey
The Bailey Alu-Tech Approach SE
motorhome is covered by a six (6) year
Bodyshell Integrity Guarantee. This cover
extends to any structural degradation to the
bodyshell that arises as a result of water
ingress through any permanently sealed
seams or joints (with the exception of
exclusions stated in the terms and
conditions.)
Warranty Extension
An additional four (4) year extension to the
standard Bodyshell Integrity Warranty cover
(making 10 years cover in total) is available
as a cost option. Please ask your supplying
Bailey Retailer for more information.
3 Year Manufacturer’s Warranty - Provided
by Bailey
For a period of three (3) years from the initial
date of purchase, Bailey offers a
comprehensive warranty on all parts and
components used in the construction of the
Approach SE motorhome chassis and
habitation area, as well as full coverage for
any manufacturing faults forming part of the
original specification of the Approach SE

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WARRANTY
motorhome with the following specified
exceptions.
•The following items are covered for one
(1) year from the date of first registration:
-Leisure batteries
•The following items are not covered:
-Replacement bulbs, light emitting
diodes, fluorescent tubes or fuses.
-Window blinds and door blinds
-General Maintenance
Warranty Extension
An additional three (3) year extension to the
standard Manufacturer’s Warranty cover for
mechanical and electrical components of a
leisure vehicle both external and internal
(making 6 years cover in total) is available as
a cost option. Please ask your supplying
Bailey Retailer for more information.
Customer Support
In the unusual event of something going
wrong your first contact should always be
your supplying retailer. Approved Bailey
Retailers enjoy industry leading after-sales
support service from the manufacturer and
they should be able to offer all the help you
need to rectify any problems that may exist. It
should be noted that Bailey Retailers sell our
products of their own choice and not as
agents of Bailey. Accordingly they have no
authority to bind Bailey or make
representation or undertaking whatsoever on
behalf of Bailey.
Terms and Conditions
Defects in the base vehicle are covered by
the base vehicle manufacturer’s warranty and
any issues with it should be referred to one of
the base vehicle manufacturer’s agents.
The Bailey Warranty Cover set out above is
offered subject to the following simple terms
and conditions
Cover
•During the term of the Warranty Cover,
subject to these terms and conditions,
Bailey will, through an Authorised Service
Centre, at its option repair or replace all
parts and components of the Approach
SE motorhome that are included in the
Warranty Cover and which suffer a defect
in manufacturer or workmanship. An
authorised Service Centre means either
Bailey itself, a Bailey Approved Retailer
or a Bailey Approved Service Centre.
Any part which is replaced becomes the
property of Bailey. Any replacement
parts are covered for the unexpired term
of the Warranty Cover
Term
•The initial duration of the Bodyshell
Integrity Guarantee is six (6) years
extendable to ten (10) years and the
duration of the Manufacturer’s Warranty
is three (3) years extendable to six (6)
years, in both cases starting from the
original purchase date of the Approach
SE motorhome. It is a condition of the
warranty that an annual service is
performed on the Approach SE
motorhome in accordance with the
service plan. Failure to comply with this
term will invalidate the warranty
•The unexpired term of the Warranty
Cover on your Approach SE motorhome
may only be assigned, transferred or
novated to subsequent owners with
Bailey Consent (not to be unreasonably
withheld) and on payment to Bailey of a
transfer fee of £35. Transfer can only be
made within the first (3) months of
subsequent ownership and full
documentary evidence that the Approach
SE motorhome conversion has been
serviced annually must be provided at
the time of assignment in accordance
with the terms and conditions detailed
above.
Repairs
•The Approach SE motorhome must
undergo a full annual service and
inspection, including a moisture survey,
carried out, subject to the conditions
specified below, by an Authorised Service
Centre. The final annual service in the
warranty period must be carried out
before the end of that warranty period,
but all other annual services may be