Capron T58 User manual
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Contents
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Warranty ....................................5
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Introduction...............................7
2.1General...................................................8
2.2Environmental tips..................................8
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Safety.......................................11
3.1Fire prevention......................................11
3.1.1Avoidance of fire risks ..........................11
3.1.2Fire-fighting...........................................11
3.1.3In case of fire........................................11
3.2General.................................................12
3.3Road safety ..........................................13
3.4Towing..................................................14
3.5Gas system...........................................14
3.5.1General instructions..............................14
3.5.2Gas bottle .............................................16
3.6Electrical system...................................16
3.7Water system........................................17
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Before the journey ..................19
4.1Initial start-up........................................19
4.2Registration ..........................................19
4.3Payload.................................................19
4.3.1Terms....................................................20
4.3.2Calculating the payload........................22
4.3.3Loading the vehicle correctly................23
4.3.4Rear garage/rear storage space ..........25
4.3.5Bike rack...............................................25
4.4Entrance step .......................................26
4.5Roman shade for windscreen and
side panes ............................................27
4.6Curtain shade for driver's cabin............27
4.7PVC-floor covering ...............................28
4.8Television..............................................28
4.9Branch block (model I)..........................28
4.10Bonnet (model I)...................................29
4.11Filling in windscreen washer fluid
(model I)................................................29
4.12Checking engine oil level (model I) ......30
4.13Snow chains.........................................30
4.14Road safety ..........................................31
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During the journey..................33
5.1Driving the motorhome.........................33
5.2Driving speed........................................33
5.3Brakes...................................................34
5.4Seat belts..............................................34
5.4.1General.................................................34
5.4.2Fastening the seat belts correctly.........35
5.5Child restraint systems.........................35
5.6ISOFIX child safety seat mounting
system ..................................................36
5.7ISOFIX child safety seat mounting
system for additional attachable
seats.....................................................37
5.8Driver's seat and front passenger's
seat.......................................................37
5.9Headrests.............................................38
5.10Seating arrangement............................38
5.11Attachable seat.....................................38
5.12Additional attachable seats ..................40
5.13Tablet holder.........................................41
5.14Electrical window winder......................42
5.15Electrically adjustable external
mirrors ..................................................42
5.16Filling up with diesel.............................43
5.17Ad-Blue®...............................................43
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Pitching the Motorcaravan.....45
6.1Handbrake............................................45
6.2Entrance step .......................................45
6.3Ramps..................................................45
6.4Supports...............................................45
6.4.1General instructions .............................45
6.4.2Steady legs...........................................46
6.5230 V connection..................................47
6.6Refrigerator...........................................47
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Living .......................................49
7.1Doors....................................................49
7.1.1Driver's door, conversion door,
outside..................................................49
7.1.2Conversion door, inside........................50
7.1.3Conversion door, inside
(semicircular door handle)....................50
7.1.4Driver's door, inside (model I) ..............51
7.1.5Insect screen on the conversion
door, extendable...................................51
7.2External flaps........................................51
7.2.1Flap lock, elliptical-shaped...................52
7.3Ventilation.............................................52
7.4Windows...............................................53
7.4.1Sliding window without lock..................54
7.4.2Hinged window with automatic
hinges...................................................54
7.4.3Roman shade and insect screen..........56
7.4.4Roof window with rotary hinges............57
7.4.5Roman shade and insect screen..........59
7.4.6Pleat on the window of the
alternative body door............................59
7.5Skylights...............................................60
7.5.1Skylight with snap latch........................61
7.5.2Heki skylight (mini and midi).................62
7.6Tables...................................................64
7.6.1Suspension table with fold-out leg .......64
7.6.2Lift-off table...........................................65
7.6.3Table with folding table top...................66
7.7Lamps...................................................67
7.7.1Spotlight................................................67
7.7.2LED lamp (model I) ..............................67
7.8TV unit..................................................68
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7.9Beds......................................................70
7.9.1Overcab bed.........................................70
7.9.2Pull-down bed.......................................71
7.9.3Bunk bed ..............................................73
7.9.4Fixed bed (gas-pressure springs).........74
7.9.5Lying surface of rear single beds .........74
7.9.6Access assistance Rear bed (A60/
A132)....................................................75
7.10Sleeping conversion.............................76
7.10.1Central seating group...........................76
7.10.2Front bench seat with divan .................77
7.10.3Front bench seat with lengthwise
seat.......................................................78
7.10.4Front bench seat (guest bed)...............79
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Gas system..............................81
8.1General.................................................81
8.2Gas bottles ...........................................82
8.3Gas consumption..................................83
8.4Changing gas bottles............................84
8.5Gas isolator taps...................................85
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Electrical system.....................87
9.1General safety instructions...................87
9.2Terms....................................................87
9.312 V power supply................................88
9.3.1Living area battery................................89
9.3.2Charging batteries via a 230 V
power supply ........................................90
9.3.3Charging batteries via the vehicle
engine...................................................90
9.3.4Charging the starter battery..................90
9.3.5Charging booster for the living area
battery...................................................91
9.4Transformer/rectifier (EBL 31)..............92
9.4.1Battery cut-off switch............................94
9.4.2Battery selector switch..........................94
9.4.3Battery monitor.....................................94
9.4.4Charging the battery.............................95
9.4.5Assignment of the "SAT
preparation" cable ................................95
9.5Panel (LT 100)......................................95
9.5.112 V main switch ..................................96
9.5.2LED array for battery voltage ...............96
9.5.3LED array for tank fill level ...................98
9.6230 V power supply..............................98
9.6.1230 V connection (CEE socket
outlet)....................................................98
9.6.2Connecting the 230 V power supply.....99
9.7Fuses..................................................100
9.7.112 V fuses...........................................100
9.7.2230 V fuse ..........................................102
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Appliances.............................103
10.1General...............................................103
10.2Heater / production of hot water.........103
10.2.1Models with waste gas vent on the
right-hand side of the vehicle .............104
10.2.2Safety switch ......................................104
10.2.3To heat properly.................................105
10.2.4Heater and production of hot water
(Truma Combi) ...................................105
10.2.5Hot-air heater and boiler with CP
plus digital operating unit....................107
10.2.6Safety/drainage valve.........................111
10.2.7Wall flue..............................................112
10.2.8Electrical floor warming unit ...............113
10.2.9Cooker................................................114
10.2.10Gas cooker.........................................114
10.2.11Gas oven with grill (Thetford
Duplex)...............................................116
10.3Extractor hood (recirculating).............117
10.4Refrigerator.........................................118
10.4.1Refrigerator ventilation grill.................118
10.4.2Operation (Thetford)...........................119
10.4.3Refrigerator door locking
mechanism.........................................121
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Sanitary fittings..................... 123
11.1Water supply, general ........................123
11.2Water tank..........................................124
11.2.1Drinking water filler neck with cap......124
11.2.2Filling the water system......................124
11.2.3Topping up the water..........................125
11.2.4Reducing the water quantity for
mobile operation.................................126
11.2.5Draining water ....................................126
11.2.6Emptying the water system................127
11.2.7Position of the safety/drainage valve .128
11.3Waste water tank................................128
11.4Toilet compartment.............................129
11.5Vario toilet compartment ....................131
11.6Toilet...................................................132
11.6.1Swivel toilet.........................................133
11.6.2Toilet with fixed seat...........................133
11.6.3Emptying the sewage tank.................134
11.6.4Winter operation.................................135
11.6.5Temporary lay-up...............................135
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Care........................................ 137
12.1External care ......................................137
12.1.1General...............................................137
12.1.2Washing with a high-pressure
cleaner................................................137
12.1.3Washing the vehicle...........................138
12.1.4Windows of acrylic glass....................138
12.1.5Underbody..........................................139
12.1.6Entrance step .....................................139
12.2Interior care ........................................139
12.3Water system .....................................140
12.3.1Cleaning the water tank......................140
12.3.2Cleaning the water pipes....................141
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12.3.3Disinfecting the water system.............141
12.3.4Waste water tank................................142
12.4Extractor hood (recirculating) .............142
12.5Winter care .........................................143
12.5.1Preparations.......................................143
12.5.2Winter operation.................................144
12.5.3At the end of the winter season..........144
12.6Lay-up.................................................144
12.6.1Temporary lay-up ...............................144
12.6.2Winter lay-up ......................................146
12.6.3Starting up the vehicle after a
temporary lay-up or after lay-up
over winter..........................................147
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Maintenance..........................149
13.1Official inspections..............................149
13.2Inspection work...................................149
13.3Maintenance work ..............................150
13.4Replacing bulbs, external...................150
13.4.1Front lights..........................................151
13.4.2Rear lights ..........................................152
13.5Replacing bulbs, internal....................153
13.5.1LED lamps..........................................153
13.6Spare parts.........................................154
13.7Vehicle identification plate..................154
13.8Warning and information stickers.......155
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Wheels and tyres ..................157
14.1General...............................................157
14.2Tyre selection .....................................158
14.3Tyre specifications..............................159
14.4Handling of tyres.................................159
14.5Tightening torque................................159
14.6Tyre pressure .....................................159
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Troubleshooting....................161
15.1Braking system...................................161
15.2Electrical system ................................161
15.3Gas system.........................................164
15.4Cooker................................................165
15.5Extractor hood....................................165
15.6Heater/boiler.......................................165
15.7Refrigerator.........................................167
15.8Water supply.......................................168
15.9Body ...................................................169
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Technical data.......................171
16.1Dimensions and permissible
number of persons .............................171
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Helpful notes.........................173
17.1Traffic rules in foreign countries.........173
17.2Help on Europe's roads......................173
17.3Gas supply in European countries .....174
17.4Toll regulations in European
countries.............................................174
17.5Tips on staying overnight safely
during travel........................................175
17.6Tips for winter campers......................175
17.7Travel checklists.................................176
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1 Warranty
Warranty certificate
Vehicle data
Model:
Car manufacturer/type of engine:
Serial number:
Delivery date:
Initial registration:
Purchased from company:
Expiry of the warranty period:
Key number:
Chassis number:
Customer address:
Surname, Christian name:
Street, house number:
Postal code, town:
Dealer's stamp and signature
We reserve the right to alter the construction, equipment and the scope of
delivery. Special equipment is also listed that is not included in the standard
scope of delivery. The descriptions and illustrations in this brochure do not
relate to a particular version. For all details, only the respective equipment
list is valid.
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2 Introducti on
Please read this instruction manual completely before
using the vehicle for the first time!
Always keep this instruction manual in the vehicle. Also inform all other us-
ers of the safety regulations.
The non-observance of this symbol can lead to personal injury.
The non-observance of this symbol can lead to damage being caused
to, or inside the vehicle.
This symbol indicates recommendations or special aspects.
This symbol indicates actions which lead to environmental awareness.
With your motorhome you will receive a file with the following vehicle manu-
als and documents:
Operating and installation instructions of various appliances
Complete set of documents from the chassis manufacturer
Test certificate for the gas system in accordance with German regula-
tions
This instruction manual contains sections which describe model-spe-
cific equipment or special equipment. These sections are not specially
marked. It may be that your vehicle has not been fitted with this special
equipment. In some cases, the actual equipment of your vehicle may
therefore be different from that shown in some illustrations and de-
scriptions.
However, your vehicle may be fitted with other special equipment not de-
scribed in this instruction manual.
Special equipment is described when an explanation is required.
Adhere to the instruction manuals which are separately enclosed.
The details "right", "left", "front" and "rear" always refer to the vehicle in
direction of travel.
All dimensions and weight details are "approximate".
Should the vehicle be subjected to damage due to a failure to follow the in-
structions in this instruction manual, then the warranty claim is deemed inva-
lid.
Our vehicles are subjected to continuous development. Please understand
that we reserve the right to alter the form, equipment and technology. There-
fore, no claims can be made against the manufacturer as a result of the con-
tents of this instruction manual. The equipment which was known and in-
cluded at the time of going to press is described.
The reprinting, translation and copying, including extracts is not permitted
without prior written authorisation from the manufacturer.
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2.1 General
The motorhome is a product of Capron GmbH.
The vehicle is constructed in accordance with the latest technology and the
recognised safety regulations. Nevertheless, personal injury may result and
the vehicle may be damaged if the safety instructions in this instruction man-
ual are not followed.
Before using the vehicle for the first time, equip it with the legally prescribed
equipment (e.g. first aid kit, warning vest, hazard warning triangle etc.). Ob-
serve the relevant equipment regulations when travelling abroad.
Only use the vehicle in a technically impeccable condition. Follow the in-
structions in the instruction manual.
Malfunctions which impair the safety of persons or the vehicle should be im-
mediately remedied by qualified personnel. To avoid further damages, ob-
serve the duty to avert, minimise or mitigate loss for the user during faults.
Have the vehicle's braking and gas systems inspected and repaired by an
authorised specialist workshop only.
Alterations to the body are only to be carried out with the authorisation of the
manufacturer.
The vehicle is designed for the exclusive transport of persons. Luggage and
accessories may only be transported up to the maximum permissible gross
weight.
Observe the test and inspection periods stipulated by the manufacturer.
2.2 Environmental tips
Be considerate of the environment.
Remember that: All kinds of waste water and household waste are not to
be disposed of in drains or in the open countryside.
On board, collect waste water only in the waste water tank or – if neces-
sary – in other containers designed for that purpose.
Only empty the waste water tank and sewage tank at disposal stations,
camping sites or caravan sites especially provided for this purpose.
When stopping in towns and communities, observe the instructions at
caravan sites or ask where there are disposal stations.
Empty waste water tank as often as possible, even when it is not com-
pletely full (hygiene).
If possible, flush out waste water tank and, if necessary, drainage pipe
with fresh water every time it is emptied.
Never allow the sewage tank to become too full. Empty the sewage tank
frequently, at the latest as soon as the filling level indicator lights up.
Separate household waste according to glass, tin cans, plastic and wet
waste also when on a journey. Enquire at the town or community author-
ity about disposal points. Household waste is not to be disposed of in
waste paper baskets which are situated at car parks.
Empty waste bins as often as possible into the containers provided for
this purpose. This helps to avoid unpleasant smells and an accumulation
of rubbish on board.
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When parked, do not allow the engine to run more than necessary.
When running idle, a cold engine releases more contaminants than
usual. The running temperature of the engine is achieved more quickly
whilst the vehicle is in motion.
Use an environmentally-friendly WC chemical agent for the WC which
can also be biologically degraded and only use small doses.
When staying in towns and communities for long periods, search for
parking areas which are specially reserved for motorhomes. Enquire at
the town or community authority about parking spaces.
Always leave the parking places in a clean condition.
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3 Safety
Chapter overview
This chapter contains important safety instructions. The safety instructions
are for the protection of persons and property.
3.1 Fire prevention
3.1.1 Avoidance of fire risks
Never leave children in the vehicle unattended.
Keep flammable materials clear of heating and cooking appliances.
Never use portable heating or cooking appliances.
Only authorised qualified personnel may make changes to the electri-
cal system, gas system or appliances.
3.1.2 Fire-fighting
Always carry a dry powder fire extinguisher in the vehicle. The fire ex-
tinguisher must be approved, tested and close at hand.
The fire extinguisher is not included in the scope of delivery.
Have the fire extinguisher tested at regular intervals by authorised
qualified personnel. Observe the date of testing.
Always keep a fire blanket near the cooker.
3.1.3 In case of fire
Evacuate all passengers.
Cut off the electrical power supply and disconnect from the mains.
Close regulator tap on the gas bottle.
Sound the alarm and call the fire brigade.
Fight the fire if this is possible without risk.
Acquaint yourself with the position and operation of the emergency exits.
Keep escape routes clear.
Observe the fire extinguisher instructions for use.
All windows and doors which meet the following requirements are consid-
ered as emergency exits:
Open to the outside or can be shifted in horizontal direction
Opening angle at least 70°
Minimum diameter of clearance = 450 mm
Maximum distance from the vehicle floor = 950 mm
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3.2 General
The oxygen in the vehicle interior is used up by breathing and the use
of gas operated appliances. That is why the used air must be replaced
permanently. For this purpose, forced ventilation options (e.g. sky-
lights with forced ventilation) are fitted to the vehicle. Never cover or
block forced ventilations from the inside or outside with objects such
as e.g. a winter mat. Keep forced ventilations clear of snow and
leaves. There is a danger of suffocation due to increased CO2levels.
Do not use storage spaces or rear garages as places for people or an-
imals to stay or sleep in. These spaces are not forced-air ventilated.
There is a danger of suffocation due to oxygen deprivation or exhaust
from the heater.
Observe the headroom of the doors.
As far as the fitted appliances (heater, cooker, refrigerator, etc.) and the
base vehicle (engine, brakes, etc.) are concerned, the instruction manu-
als are authoritative. It is imperative that they be observed.
Fitting accessories or special equipment can alter the dimensions,
weight and road behaviour of the vehicle. Some of the add-on parts
must be entered in the vehicle documents.
Only use wheel rims and tyres which are approved for the vehicle. Infor-
mation concerning the size of the approved wheel rims and tyres is in-
cluded in the vehicle documents or can be obtained from authorised
dealers and service centres.
Firmly apply the handbrake when parking the vehicle.
Do not step onto the vehicle bonnet of the partially integrated models.
When leaving the vehicle, it is imperative that all doors, external flaps
and windows are closed.
Always carry the legally prescribed equipment (e.g. first aid kit, warning
vest, hazard warning triangle etc.) with you. The regulations of the host
country apply when travelling abroad.
The vehicle may only be driven by drivers who hold a driving licence
which is valid for the respective vehicle class.
When selling the vehicle, hand over all instruction manuals for the vehi-
cle and the fitted appliances.
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3.3 Road safety
Before commencing the journey, carry out a functional check of indi-
cating and lighting equipment, the steering and the brakes.
If the vehicle has been stationary for a long period (approx.
10 months) have the braking and gas systems checked by an author-
ised specialist workshop.
Before commencing the journey, secure the pull-down bed.
Before commencing the journey and after short interruptions of the
journey, ensure that the entrance step is completely retracted.
Before commencing the journey, rotate all swivel seats in the direction
of travel and lock in position. During the journey, the swivel seats must
remain locked in place in the direction of travel.
Before commencing the journey, store the television securely.
During the journey, persons are only to sit on the permitted seats (see
chapter 5). The authorised number of seats is stipulated in the vehicle
documents.
Seat belts must be worn by all passengers.
Fasten your seat belts before the beginning of the journey and keep
them fastened during the journey.
It is not permitted to stay in the alcove during the journey.
Always secure children with the children safety equipment prescribed
for the respective height and weight.
Only attach the child restraint system to seats that are specified for
this purpose. Only forward-facing child restraint systems are permit-
ted.
The base vehicle is a commercial vehicle (small truck). Adjust your
driving technique accordingly.
In case of underpasses, tunnels or similar obstacles, note the total
height of the vehicle (including the roof load).
In winter, the roof must be free of snow and ice before commencing
the journey.
Check tyre pressure before a journey or every 2 weeks. Wrong tyre
pressure causes excessive wear and can lead to damage or even to
tyre burst. You can lose control of the vehicle (see section 14.6).
Do not operate the heater at petrol stations. Danger of explosion!
Do not operate the heater in closed spaces. Danger of suffocation!
Before commencing the journey, distribute the payload evenly within the
vehicle (see chapter 4).
When loading the vehicle and when taking a rest from driving, in order to
load luggage or food, for example, observe the maximum permissible
gross weight and axle loads (refer to vehicle documents).
Before commencing the journey, ensure that all cupboard doors, the toi-
let compartment door and all drawers and flaps are secure. Engage the
refrigerator door securing device.
Before commencing the journey, close windows and skylights.
Before commencing the journey, close all external flaps and lock them.
Before commencing the journey, remove external supports.
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Before commencing the journey, put the antenna in park position.
During the initial journey and each time after changing a wheel, re-
tighten the wheel bolts/wheel nuts after 50 km (30 miles). Subsequently
inspect them at regular intervals in order to ensure that they are firmly
seated. See chapter 14 for tightening torque.
Tyres must not be older than 6 years as the material becomes brittle
over time (see chapter 14).
When using snow chains, the tyres, wheel suspension and steering are
subjected to an additional load. When using snow chains, drive slowly
(maximum speed 50 km/h) and only on streets which are completely
covered with snow. Otherwise the vehicle could be damaged.
3.4 Towing
Care is to be taken when connecting and detaching a trailer. Risk of
accident and injury!
No persons are to be between the motorhome and the trailer during
positioning for connecting and detaching.
3.5 Gas system
3.5.1 General instructions
The operator of the gas system is responsible for the performance of
recurring inspections and for complying with the maintenance inter-
vals.
Before commencing the journey, when leaving the vehicle or when the
gas devices are not in use, close all gas isolator taps and the main
regulator tap on the gas bottle.
All gas-operated devices (heater, cooker, oven, grill, refrigerator - de-
pending on the equipment) must be switched off for refuelling, on fer-
ries or in the garage. Danger of explosion!
Do not use gas-operated devices in closed spaces (e.g. garages).
Danger of poisoning and suffocation!
Only have the gas system maintained, repaired or altered by an au-
thorised specialist workshop.
Have the gas system checked by an authorised specialist workshop
according to the national regulations before commissioning. This also
applies for not registered vehicles. For modifications to the gas sys-
tem have the gas system immediately checked by an authorised spe-
cialist workshop.
The gas pressure regulator, the gas tubes, and the exhaust gas pipes
must also be inspected. The gas pressure regulator and the gas tubes
must be replaced observing the nationally defined deadlines (the lat-
est after 10 years). The vehicle owner is responsible for seeing that
this is carried out.
In case of a defect of the gas system (gas odour, high gas consump-
tion) there is danger of explosion! Close regulator tap on the gas bot-
tle immediately. Open doors and windows and ventilate well.
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If the gas system is defective: Do not smoke; do not ignite any open
flames, and do not operate electric switches (light switches etc.).
Check the tightness of gas-conducting parts and lines with leakage
search spray. Do not check with an open flame.
Only the stipulated devices may be connected to internal connections.
Do not operate any device outside the vehicle if it is connected to an
internal connector.
Heating is prohibited during the journey.
Cooking is prohibited during the journey.
Before using the cooker make sure that there is sufficient ventilation.
Open a window or the skylight.
Do not use gas-operated cooking and baking facilities for heating pur-
poses.
If there are several gas devices, each gas device must have its own
gas isolator tap. If individual gas devices are not in use, close the re-
spective gas isolator tap.
Ignition safety valves must close within 1 minute after the gas flame
has extinguished. A clicking sound is audible. Check function from
time to time.
The built-in gas devices are exclusively meant for use with propane or
butane gas or a mixture of both. The gas pressure regulator as well as
all built-in gas devices are designed for a gas pressure of 30 mbar.
Propane gas is capable of gasification up to -42 °C, whereas butane
gas gasifies at 0 °C. Below these temperatures no gas pressure is
available. Butane gas is unsuitable for use in winter.
Due to its function and construction, the gas bottle compartment is a
space which is open to the exterior. Never cover or block up the
standard forced ventilations. Otherwise gas that is emitted can not be
diverted to the outside.
The gas bottle compartment must not be used as storage space.
Secure the gas bottle compartment against unauthorised access. To
do this, lock the compartment.
The regulator tap on the gas bottle must be accessible.
Only connect gas-operated devices (e.g. gas grill) which have been
designed for a gas pressure of 30 mbar.
The exhaust gas pipe must be fitted tightly to the heating system and
to the vent and must be sealed. The exhaust gas pipe must not show
any evidence of damage.
Exhaust fumes must be able to escape into the atmosphere unhin-
dered and fresh air must be able to enter unhindered. For this reason,
keep the exhaust pipe and intake openings clean and unobstructed
(e.g. free from snow and ice). For this reason, no snow walls or
aprons may lie against the vehicle.
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3.5.2 Gas bottle
Handle full or emptied gas bottles outside the vehicle only with closed
regulator tap and attached protective cap.
Gas bottles are only to be transported within the designated gas bottle
compartment.
Place the gas bottles in vertical position in the gas bottle compart-
ment.
Fasten the gas bottles so that they are unable to turn or tilt.
Connect the gas tube to the gas bottle without tension.
If the gas bottles are not connected to the gas tube, always place the
protective cap on top.
Close the regulator tap on the gas bottle before the gas pressure reg-
ulator or gas tube are removed from the gas bottle.
Depending on the connection, unscrew the gas tube from the gas bot-
tle and screw it on the gas bottle again by hand or using an suitable
special spanner. The screw connection on the gas bottle generally
has a left-hand thread. Do not tighten too firmly.
Only use special gas pressure regulators with a safety valve designed
for vehicle use. Other gas pressure regulators are not permitted and
cannot meet the demanding requirements.
Use the gas pressure regulator defroster if the temperature falls below
5 °C.
Use only 11 kg or 5 kg gas bottles. (The size of the gas bottles may
vary depending on the country.) Camping gas bottles with built-in
check valve (blue bottle with max. 2.5 or 3 kg content) can be used in
exceptional cases with a safety valve.
Use the shortest possible tube lengths (150 cm max.) for external gas
bottles.
Never block the floor ventilation openings below the gas bottles.
3.6 Electrical system
Only allow qualified personnel to work on the electrical system.
Prior to carrying out work on the electrical system, switch off all de-
vices and lights, disconnect the battery and disconnect the vehicle
from the mains.
Only use original fuses with the stipulated values.
Only replace defective fuses when the cause of the defect is known
and has been remedied.
Never bridge or repair fuses.
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3.7 Water system
Water left standing in the water tank or in the water pipes becomes
undrinkable after a short period. Therefore, before each use of the ve-
hicle, thoroughly clean the water pipes and the water tank. After each
use of the vehicle completely empty the water tank and the water
pipes.
In the case of lay-ups lasting more than a week disinfect the water
system before using the vehicle (see chapter 12).
If the vehicle is not used for several days or if it is not heated when there
is a risk of frost, empty the entire water system. Make sure that the 12 V
power supply on the panel is switched off. Otherwise, the water pump
will overheat and may get damaged. Leave the water taps on in central
position. Leave all drain cocks open. Frost damage to appliances, frost
damage to the vehicle and deposits in water-carrying components can
be avoided in this way.
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4 Before the j ourney
Chapter overview
This chapter contains important information which has to be noted before
commencing your journey or carrying out any tasks before the journey.
At the end of the chapter there is a checklist which once again summarises
the most important points.
4.1 Initial start-up
During the initial journey and each time after changing a wheel, re-
tighten the wheel bolts/wheel nuts after 50 km (30 miles). Subsequently
inspect them at regular intervals in order to ensure that they are firmly
seated. See chapter 14 for tightening torque.
The motorhome is supplied with a set of keys, consisting of keys for the
base vehicle and keys for the body.
Always deposit a replacement key outside the vehicle. Make a note of the
key number. Our authorised dealers and workshops can offer assistance in
case of loss.
4.2 Registration
Your vehicle is a motor vehicle subject to registration. Observe national reg-
ulations on registration.
Please remember that certain countries require a separate national code
sticker in addition to the EU plate.
4.3 Payload
Overloading the vehicle and wrong tyre pressure can cause tyres to
burst. You can lose control of the vehicle (see section 14.6).
The maximum permissible gross weight and the weight including spe-
cial equipment fitted at the factory (actual weight) is shown in the vehi-
cle documents, but not the weight of the loaded vehicle (see sec-
tion 4.3.1). For your own safety, we recommend that you have your
loaded vehicle (with all passengers, luggage and personal objects)
weighed on a public weighbridge before you set out on your journey.
Adapt the speed to the payload. The stopping distance is increased if
the payload is high.
Do not exceed the maximum permissible gross weight (permissible total
weight) stated in the vehicle documents and the maximum axle loads as
a result of the payload.
Built-in accessories and special equipment reduce the payload.
On loading, make sure that the payload's centre of gravity is as low as pos-
sible (directly above the floor of the vehicle). Otherwise this may affect the
driving characteristics of the vehicle.
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Description Load (kg)
Maximum permitted pay-
loads
Bike rack Triple 60
Rear garage and rear storage space 150
1)
Overcab bed 200
Rear bed 200
Bunk beds 100
Pull-down bed 250
Cupboard beneath pull-down bed, left and right (each) 5
1) If the vehicle is fitted with a caravan coupling, the permitted load is 250 kg.
4.3.1 Terms
Technically speaking, the term "mass" has now replaced the term
"weight". However, "weight" is still the term more frequent in common
use. For better understanding, "mass" is therefore only used in the fol-
lowing sections for fixed formulations.
The maximum permissible gross weight in a laden condition is the weight
that a vehicle may never exceed.
The maximum permissible gross weight in a laden condition consists of the
actual weight and the payload.
In the vehicle documents, the manufacturer has specified the maximum per-
missible gross weight in a laden condition.
The actual weight consists of the mass in ready-to-drive condition and the
weight of the special equipment fitted at the factory.
The mass in ready-to-drive condition is the weight of the ready-to-drive
standard vehicle (excluding special equipment fitted at the factory).
The mass in ready-to-drive condition is made up as follows:
Unladen weight (mass of the empty vehicle) with factory-installed stand-
ard equipment (excluding special equipment fitted at the factory)
Driver's weight
Basic equipment weight
Unladen weight includes lubricants such as oils and coolants which have
been filled, the on-board tool set, the spare wheel or the tyre repair kit and a
fuel tank which has been filled up to 90 %.
75 kg are calculated for the weight of the driver, regardless of how much the
driver really weighs.
Basic equipment includes all equipment and fluids required for safe and
proper vehicle use. The weight of the basic equipment includes:
A full fresh water system
An aluminium gas bottle filled up to 100 %
A full heating system
A cable reel for the 230 V power supply
Maximum permissible
gross weight in a laden
condition
Actual wei
g
ht
Mass in ready-to-drive
condition
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