Hobby OPTIMA DE LUXE 2019 User manual

Version 10/2018
Vantana OntOur│ Vantana DE LuXE│ Vantana PrEMIuM
ManuaL GB

1. Introduction 1
Dear Camper,
Congratulations on the purchase of your new HOBBY van. The trust you have placed in us is
both an incentive and an obligation to continuously implement new ideas, technical innova-
tions and ne touches to make our vehicles even better.
Please read this operating manual carefully, even if you've been driving a mobile home or
van for a longer period of time. Correct use of all technical details will increase your driving
pleasure and assist in conserving the value of your van.
Take advantage of your authorised dealer's experience and technical knowledge - we recom-
mend speaking to him in detail before taking your rst trip with your HOBBY van.
We wish you and your fellow travellers many enjoyable trips and hope you will always have a
safe journey with your new HOBBY van.
Your
HOBBY – Wohnwagenwerk
Ing. Harald Striewski GmbH

1. Introduction2
Chapter 1: Introduction
1.1 General information......................................................4
1.2 Key to using these operating instructions....................5
Chapter 2: Safety
2.1 Intended use ............................................................... 7
2.2 General information......................................................7
2.3 Fire protection ..............................................................8
2.4 Equipment....................................................................9
2.4.1 Emergency equipment .................................................9
2.4.2 Vehicle tool kit............................................................10
2.5 Before driving.............................................................11
2.5.1 What to observe before your rst journey..................11
2.5.2 Before each journey ...................................................12
2.6 While driving...............................................................14
2.7 After driving................................................................17
Chapter 3: Chassis
3.1 General information................................................... 18
3.2 Vehicle identication number (VIN) ............................18
3.3 Loading ......................................................................19
3.3.1 General information....................................................19
3.3.2 The meaning of weights for the van...........................21
3.4 Tow bar ......................................................................23
3.5 Aftermarket Modications..........................................23
3.6 Automatic transmission .............................................24
Chapter 4: Wheels, tyres
4.1 Wheels .......................................................................26
4.2 Tyres ......................................................................... 26
4.3 Tyre pressure ............................................................ 27
4.4 Tyre prole depth and age of tyres.......................... 28
4.5 Wheel rims................................................................ 29
4.6 Changing a tyre ........................................................ 30
4.7 Fast tyre repair kit..................................................... 31
Chapter 5: Exterior Structure
5.1 Ventilation...................................................................32
5.2 Opening and closing doors and lockers ....................36
5.3 Entrance step.............................................................42
5.4 Bicycle carrier ............................................................43
5.5 Sun awning ................................................................45
Chapter 6: Interior Structure
6.1 Opening and closing doors, lockers and drawers .....46
6.2 Television holder ........................................................49
6.3 Tables.........................................................................50
6.4 Seating arrangements and sleeping areas.................51
6.5 Windows ....................................................................58
6.6 Dimming system for driver's cabin ............................60
6.7 Thermal curtain for driver's cab .................................61
6.8 Skylight ......................................................................62
6.9 Seats in the driver's cabin..........................................64
6.10 Construction of the seats...........................................65
6.11 Seatbelts in the van ...................................................65
6.12 Overview of the seating arrangements ......................66

1. Introduction 3
Chapter 7: Electrical Installations
7.1 Safety instructions .....................................................66
7.2 Operation of the installed electrical systems .............66
7.3 Standard control panel.............................................. 68
7.3.1 HobbyConnect.........................................................100
7.4 Electric power supply...............................................118
7.5 Electrical system ......................................................128
7.6 TV Connections........................................................131
7.7 Special lights............................................................132
7.8 Navigation system....................................................133
7.9 Subsequently installed devices................................134
Chapter 8: Water
8.1 General information..................................................135
8.2 Water supply ............................................................135
8.3 Toilet.........................................................................141
Chapter 9: Gas
9.1 General safety rules when using LPG ttings ..........145
9.2 Gas supply ...............................................................147
Chapter 10: Built-in devices
10.1 General information..................................................155
10.2 Heating.....................................................................155
10.2.1 Truma Combi Heating System C4/C6E....................155
10.2.2 Webasto auxiliary heating ........................................169
10.3 Refrigerator ..............................................................170
10.4 Gas cooker...............................................................177
10.5 Rooftop Air Conditioning .........................................179
10.6 Satellite System .......................................................181
Chapter 11: Accessories...................................................182
Chapter 12: Maintenance and Care
12.1 Maintenance ............................................................185
12.2 Brakes......................................................................186
12.3 Changing bulbs in the rear lights .............................186
12.4 Airing ........................................................................187
12.5 Care..........................................................................187
12.6 Winter Lay Up for the van .......................................192
12.7 Winter Usage...........................................................194
Chapter 13: Sanitation and Environmental Protection
13.1 The environment and traveling.................................196
13.2 Returning the vehicle ...............................................199
Chapter 14: Technical Data
14.1 Chassis data............................................................200
14.2 Increase in Load capacity........................................202
14.3 Vehicle and equipment weights...............................203
14.4 Tires and rims..........................................................204
14.5 Tyre pressure ...........................................................205
14.6 Refrigerator SlimLine RMVOC90.............................205
Index .................................................................................206

1. Introduction4
Chapter 1: Introduction
1.1 General information
Our van are continuously being updated and for this reason
we must reserve the right to make changes to the equipment,
shape and technology.
Certain kinds of accessories are also described in this user
manual that are not part of the standard scope of delivery.
For this reason, no claims may be asserted against HOBBY
based on the contents of this user manual. Those accessories
that are available at the time of going to print are described
here. They have been applied on a par for all oor plans.
Please note that it was not possible to describe all of the indi-
vidual variations here. If you have any special questions con-
cerning accessories or the technology within the vehicle, your
dealer will be happy to answer them.
Your HOBBY van has been built in accordance with the latest
technology and approved safety regulations. Despite all pre-
cautionary measures, however, it is possible that passengers
Before making your rst journey
Please do not consider this manual to be just a means of refe-
rence, but familiarize yourself thoroughly with it before making
your rst journey.
Fill out the guarantee cards in the dierent manuals for
the installed equipment and ttings and send them to the
manufacturers. This will ensure guarantee claims for any
of the equipment.
may be hurt or the van damaged if the safety instructions in
this user manual and the warning stickers placed throughout
the van are not observed.
We would explicitly like to point out that we do not ac-
cept any liability for damages or malfunctions that arise
because these operating instructions have been ignored.
• Please use the van only when it is technically in top
• Any defects that aect the safety of passengers or
the van should be remedied immediately by trained
personnel.
• The brake system and the gas system should only be
checked and repaired by an authorised workshop.
• Please ensure that all of the deadlines for checking
equipment and inspections are met.

1. Introduction 5
In accordance with guarantee conditions, HOBBY's dealer
will give you a 5-year guarantee on the water tightness of the
van. Your dealer will give you a guarantee booklet, “5 Years‘
"Water ingress warranty“ when you pick up your vehicle.
Annual leak checks are not free of charge. If a consi-
stency test has not been carried out, you will forfeit any
claims for a 5-year guarantee on consistency.
1.2 Key to using these operating instructions
This manual explains the van in the following manner:
Texts and illustrations
Texts that refer to illustrations are found directly below the
illustrations.
Details in illustrations (here: Habitation door) have been given
item numbers .
1
Beifahrerseite
K65 VANTANA 2015
Fahrerseite
K65 VANTANA 2015
Indicating details with the help of position numbers
Lists
Lists are given in the form of key words and shown as bullet
points using “-“.

1. Introduction6
Optional Extras
You have selected a van that is equipped to taste.
This user manual describes all of the models and equipment
oered within the same season. Therefore, it may include
equipment that you have not selected.
Dierences and, thus, all of the optional extras are marked with
an asterisk „*”.
For technical reasons, optional extras cannot always be installed
in all models. Should you have any questions, please speak to
your Hobby dealer.
Relevance of This Manual
The high level of quality and security for vans is ensured by
means of continuous improvements and development. In very
rare cases, there may be a dierence between the description
and the vehicle itself.
Should there be any equipment or a model that is not
described in this user manual, please note the enclosed
additional operating instructions.
Operating instructions
Operating instructions are also given in the form of key words
beginning with the symbol “•“.
Notes
Notes point out important details that ensure your van and
its ttings will function perfectly. Please remember that there
may be some dierences in description to the various kinds
of equipment that can be supplied.
Warnings
Warnings point out dangers which, if they are not follo-
wed, could cause damage to equipment and/or injury to
persons.
Environmental Tips
Environmental tips give you possibilities for lessening the
impact on the environment.

1. Introduction 7
Chapter 2: Safety
Warnings and information labels are attached both inside
and outside the vehicle. These are meant for your safety
and must not be removed.
2.2 General information
• The van may only be driven on public roads by someone with
a valid driving licence category for such vehicles.
• Operating and user instructions for built-in equipment
(refrigerator, heating, cooker, etc.) as well as for the basic
vehicle must be observed at all times.
• If accessories or optional extras have been tted, this may
change the measurements, weight and road performance
of the van. Some accessories that are tted after purchase
of the vehicle must be entered in the registration document.
• Use only tyres and rims that have been approved for your
van. Information on tyre and rim sizes can be found in the
user manual or in Chapter 14.4 Tyres and rims.
This van has been designed as a mobile travel accommodation
for private, not commercial use. This is a recreational vehicle that
is t for habitation. It oers accommodation that can be used
temporarily or seasonally and which meets the requirements
for the construction and use of the vehicle on the road. It is not
intended for permanent residence. Furthermore, no more than
the number of people for which this van has been designed may
spend the night in the vehicle. When the van is on the road, it
may only be used in accordance with road trac regulations
and national vehicle safety standards.
This van may not be used for the commercial transport of peo-
ple/animals and/or goods. On public roads, the van may only be
used for carrying personal equipment. Transporting unsecured
loads and/or packages is forbidden.
Each person travelling in the van must sit on a seat that is
equipped with a seatbelt and wear the seatbelt whenever the
vehicle is moving. The number of people travelling in the van
may not exceed the number of seats equipped with a seatbelt.
Please ensure that the technically permissible maximum weight
of the van and the permitted axle load(s) per axle are not ex-
ceeded.
2.1 Intended use
No use of the van other than that described here is permitted;
any other use is regarded as contrary to the intended use.
2. Safety

2. Safety
8
Safety information sheets
The safety sheet for the van can be found behind the drivers
side sun visor. Should there be an accident, the emergency ser-
vices can obtain all of the important information for this specic
model from the safety sheet.
Treat the safety sheet with care; do not make it illegible
and always store it in the designated place in the sun visor.
Example of a safety information sheet for the vantana
2.3 Fire protection
Precautions against re
• Never leave children and vulnerable people alone in the
vehicle.
• Keep inammable materials away from all heating and
cooking devices.
• Any changes to the electric system, gas system or built-in
devices may only be carried out by an authorised person.
• Keep an ABC dry powder re extinguisher by the entrance
door.
• Ensure that everyone is familiar with the operating instruc-
tions on the re extinguisher.
• Store a re blanket near the cooker.
• Do not block any escape routes.
• Familiarise yourself with all safety measures for the vehicle
and camp site.
Fighting re
• Immediately evacuate all passengers.
• Close the main stop valve on the gas bottle and the indivi-
dual gas taps for any gas appliances installed.
• Gas bottles that cannot be removed should be cooled with
water.
• Turn o the electric supply.

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2.4.1 Emergency equipment
To be prepared in case of an emergency, you should always
carry the three emergency devices on board and familiarize
yourself with them.
First-aid kit
The rst-aid kit should always be at hand and have a xed
position in your van. Any objects removed from the rst-aid
kit should be replaced immediately. Expiry dates should be
checked regularly.
2.4 Equipment
High visibility jacket*
Please refer to the British regulations for carrying and wearing
a high-visibility vest with white retro-reective stripes in accor-
dance with EN 471 whenever you step outside the vehicle on
roads outside built-up areas or on the hard shoulder.
- come to a stop outside city limits on an obscure rural road
because of an accident or breakdown, if the view is poor due
to bad weather, in twilight or darkness, or
- when it must be secured by means of a warning triangle on
the hard shoulder of the motorway because of an accident
or breakdown.
• Sound the alarm and call the re department.
• Only ght the re yourself if you can do so without risk.
The initial use of dry powder re extinguishers is only re-
commended if it is likely that turning o the valve on the
gas bottle stop the leak, or if the bottle can be removed
quickly.