Hobby OPTIMA DE LUXE User manual

MANUAL
Version 09/2016
GB
SIESTA DE LUXE • OPTIMA DE LUXE

1. Introduction 1
Dear Camper,
Congratulations on the purchase of your new HOBBY motor home. The trust you have
placed in us is both an incentive and an obligation to continuously implement new ideas,
technical innovations and ne touches to make our motor homes even better. Our fully tted
and highly sophisticated models enable us to oer you the perfect setting for the most enjo-
yable days of the year.
Please read this user manual carefully, even if you have already been driving a motor home
for quite some time. This will help to prevent operating errors and damage to the vehicle and
its equipment. Handling all of the technical details correctly will increase the pleasure you get
from driving this vehicle and help to retain the value of your motor home.
If this user manual should be unable to provide the required assistance, a close, pan-Europe-
an network of dealers is available for further help. Take advantage of your authorised dealer's
experience and technical knowledge - we recommend speaking to them in detail before
taking your rst trip with your HOBBY motor home.
We wish you and your fellow travellers many enjoyable trips and hope you will always have a
safe journey with your new HOBBY motor home.
Your
HOBBY – Wohnwagenwerk
Ing. Harald Striewski GmbH

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Chapter 1: Introduction
1.1 General information..................................................... 4
1.2 Designations in the 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 drive..................... 11
2.5.2 Before each drive...................................................... 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 Denition of masses for motor homes..................... 20
3.4 Towing xture........................................................... 23
3.5 Externally mounted xtures ..................................... 23
3.6 Automatic transmission ........................................... 23
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 aps...................... 38
5.3 Entrance step........................................................... 41
5.4 Levelling supports.................................................... 42
5.5 Rear ladder............................................................... 43
5.6 Bicycle carrier .......................................................... 46
5.7 VELO eBike Carrier .................................................. 48
5.8 Sun awning .............................................................. 49
Chapter 6: Interior Structure
6.1 Opening doors, aps and drawers........................... 50
6.2 Television holder ...................................................... 55
6.3 Tables....................................................................... 56
6.4 Seating arrangements and sleeping areas............... 58
6.5 Rearranging the cushions........................................ 64
6.6 Washroom................................................................ 67
6.7 Windows .................................................................. 69
6.8 Dimming system for driver's cabin .......................... 74
6.9 Thermal curtain for driver's cab ................................ 75
6.10 Skylight .................................................................... 76
6.11 Seats in the driver's cabin........................................ 78
6.12 Construction of the seats......................................... 79

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6.13 Seatbelts in the motor home.................................... 80
6.14 Overview of the seating arrangements .................... 81
Chapter 7: Electrical Installations
7.1 Safety instructions ................................................... 84
7.2 Elements of the electrical system............................ 84
7.3 Electric power supply.............................................. 112
7.4 Electrical system..................................................... 122
7.5 TV Connections....................................................... 125
7.6 Special lights........................................................... 127
7.7 Mobile navigation.................................................... 128
7.8 Subsequently installed devices............................... 129
Chapter 8: Water
8.1 General information................................................. 130
8.2 Water supply........................................................... 130
8.3 Toilet........................................................................ 137
Chapter 9: Gas
9.1 General safety rules when using LPG ttings......... 140
9.2 Gas supply.............................................................. 142
9.3 Gas socket, external................................................149
Chapter 10: Built-in devices
10.1 General information................................................. 150
10.2 Heating.................................................................... 150
10.2.1 Truma Combi Heating System C6 (E) ..................... 150
10.2.2 Hot-water heating system....................................... 164
10.2.3 Webasto auxiliary heating....................................... 170
10.3 Refrigerator............................................................. 172
10.4 Gas cooker ............................................................. 176
10.5 Fume Hood............................................................. 178
10.6 Oven....................................................................... 179
10.7 Rooftop Air Conditioning........................................ 181
10.8 Satellite System...................................................... 182
Chapter 11: Accessories.................................................. 184
Chapter 12: Maintenance and Care
12.1 Maintenance........................................................... 188
12.2 Brakes .................................................................... 189
12.3 Changing the taillight bulbs.................................... 190
12.4 Airing ...................................................................... 192
12.5 Care........................................................................ 192
12.6 Winter Lay Up for the Motor home......................... 198
12.7 Winter Operation .................................................... 199
Chapter 13: Sanitation and Environmental Protection
13.1 The environment and traveling............................... 202
13.2 Returning the vehicle.............................................. 205
Chapter 14: Technical Data
14.1 Chassis data........................................................... 206
14.2 Load increased....................................................... 210
14.3 Vehicle and equipment weights.............................. 216
14.4 Tires and rims......................................................... 218
14.5 Tyre pressure values............................................... 220
Index ............................................................................ 221

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Chapter 1: Introduction
General information
Our motor homes are continuously being further developed
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 con-tents 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 individual variations here.
If you have any special questions concerning accessories or
the technology of the vehicle, your dealer will be happy to an-
swer them.
Your HOBBY motor home has been built in accordance with
the latest technology and approved safety regulations. Despite
all precautionary measures, however, it is possible that pas-
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.
sengers may be hurt or the motor home damaged if the sa-
fety instructions in this user manual and the warning stickers
placed throughout the motor home are not observed.
Before taking your rst drive
Please do not consider this manual to be just a means of refe-
rence, but familiarize yourself thoroughly with it before taking
your rst drive.
Fill out the guarantee cards in the dierent manuals for the instal-
led equipment and ttings and send them to the manufacturers.
This will ensure guarantee claims for any of the equipment.
• Please use the motor home only when it is technically in
top condition.
• Any defects that aect the safety of passengers or
the motor home should be remedied immediately by
trained personnel.
• The brake system and the gas system may only be i
spected and repaired by an authorised specialist.
• Specied inspection and MOT deadlines must be met.

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Annual leak checks are not free of charge. If a consistency
test has not been carried out, you will forfeit any claims
for a 5-year guarantee on consistency.
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Indicating details with the help of position numbers
In accordance with guarantee conditions, HOBBY's dealer will
give you a 5-year guarantee on the consistency of the motor
home. Your dealer will give you a guarantee booklet, “5 Years‘
Guarantee on Consistency“ when you pick up your vehicle.
1.2 Designations in the operating instructions
This manual explains the motor home in the following
manner:
Texts and illustrations
Texts that refer to illustrations are found directly below the
illustrations.
Details in illustrations (here: entrance) have been given item
numbers .

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Optional Extras
You have selected a mobile home that is equipped to taste.
This user manual describes all of the models and equipment
oered within the same programme. Therefore, it may include
equipment that you have not selected.
Dierences and, thus, all of the optional extras are marked with
an asterisk „*”.
Timeliness of This Manual
The high level of quality and security for mobile homes is en-
sured by means of continuous further development. In very rare
cases, there may be a dierence between the description and
the vehicle itself.
Should there be any equipment or model that is not descri-
bed in this user manual, please note the enclosed additio-
nal operating instructions.
Handling instructions
Handling instructions are also given in the form of key words
beginning with the symbol “•“.
Lists
Lists are given in the form of key words and shown as bullet
points using “-“.
Notes point out important details that ensure your motor
home and its ttings will function perfectly. Please remem-
ber that there may be some dierences in description to
the various kinds of equipment that can be supplied.
Warnings point out dangers which, if they are not followed,
could causedamage to equipment and/or injury to persons.
Environmental tips give you possibilities for lessening the
impact on the environment.
Notes
Warnings
Environmental Tips

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Chapter 2: Safety
Warnings and information labels are attached both inside
and outside the vehicle. These are meant for your safety
and may not be removed.
2.2 General information
• The mobile home may only be driven on public roads by so-
meone 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 equipment is to be installed, this
may change the measurements, weight and road perfor-
mance of the engine home. Some accessories that are tted
after purchase of the vehicle must be entered in the registra-
tion document.
• Use only tyres and rims that have been approved for your
engine home. Information on tyre and rim sizes can be
found in the user manual or in Chapter 14.4.
This motorhome has been designed as a mobile travel accom-
modation for private, not commercial use. It is not intended for
permanent residence. Furthermore, no more than the number
of people for which this camper has been planned may spend
the night in the vehicle. When the camper is on the road, it may
only be used in accordance with road trac regulations and
national vehicle safety standards.
This mobile home may not be used for the commercial transport
of people/animals and/or goods. On public roads, the mobile
home may only be used for carrying personal equipment.
Transporting unsecured loads and/or packages is forbidden.
Each person travelling in the mobile home must sit on a seat
that is equipped with a seatbelt and wear the seatbelt whenever
the vehicle is in motion. The number of people travelling in the
mobile home may not exceed the number of seats equipped
with a seatbelt.
Please ensure that the technically permissible maximum weight
of the motorhome and the permitted axle load(s) per axle are
not exceeded.
2.1 Intended use
No use of the motorhome other than that described here is
permitted; any other use is regarded as contrary to the inten-
ded use.
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Rescue sheets
The rescue sheet for the mobile home can be found behind the
sun visor. Should there be an accident, the rescue team can
obtain all of the important information for this specic model
from the rescue sheet.
Treat the rescue sheet with care; do not make it illegible
and always store it in the designated place behind the sun
visor.
Example of a rescue sheet for the Optima V60 GF
2.3 Fire protection
Precautions against re
• Never leave children alone in the vehicle.
• Keep inammable materials away from all heating and
cooking devices.
• Any changes to the electric system, accelerator system or
built-in devices may only be carried out by an authorised
workshop.
• Install a re extinguisher next to the main entrance.
• Ensure that everyone is familiar with the guidelines on the
re extinguisher.
• Store a re blanket near the cooker.
• Do not block any escape routes.
• Familiarise yourself with all safety measures set up on the
property.
Fighting re
• Immediately evacuate all passengers.
• Close the main stop valve on the accelerator cylinder and
the accelerator stop valves for the consumer loads.
• Turn o the electric supply.
• Sound the alarm and call the re department.
• Only ght the re yourself if you can do so without risk.
OPTIMA V6 0 GF
LEGENDE
Airbag
Airbag-
steuergerät
Gasgenerator
Gasdruck-
dämpfer
Elektro-
block
Gas-
RETTUNGSKARTE

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100 m
Please observe the national regulations of the countries
you are driving through with regard to carrying and wearing
emergency equipment.
Minimum distance between warning triangle and mobile home
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 motor home. Any objects removed from the
rst-aid kit should be replaced immediately. Expiry dates should
be checked regularly.
Reective 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.
• comes 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 emergency strip of the engineway because of an
accident or breakdown.
2.4 Equipment
Warning triangle
The warning triangle should also always be at hand and have
a xed position in your motor home, preferably together with
the rst-aid kit.
In an emergency
• Set up the warning triangle at least 100 m in front of the
danger zone!