Hobby Vantana 2018 User manual

MANUAL
Version 11/2017
Van Vantana
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 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.............................................................10
2.5.1 What to observe before your rst drive......................10
2.5.2 Before each drive.......................................................11
2.6 While driving...............................................................14
2.7 After driving................................................................16
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 van.......................................21
3.4 Towing xture.............................................................23
3.5 Externally mounted xtures .......................................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 aps........................34
5.3 Entrance step.............................................................41
5.4 Bicycle carrier ............................................................43
5.5 Sun awning ................................................................44
Chapter 6: Interior Structure
6.1 Opening and closing doors, aps and drawers .........46
6.2 Television holder ........................................................49
6.3 Worktop extension for the kitchen.............................50
6.4 Tables.........................................................................50
6.5 Seating arrangements and sleeping areas.................51
6.6 Shower ap in compact bathroom.............................57
6.7 Windows ....................................................................58
6.8 Dimming system for driver's cabin ............................60
6.9 Thermal curtain for driver's cab.................................61
6.10 Skylight ......................................................................62
6.11 Seats in the driver's cabin..........................................64
6.12 Construction of the seats...........................................65
6.13 Seatbelts in the van ...................................................65
6.14 Overview of the seating arrangements ......................66

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Chapter 7: Electrical Installations
7.1 Safety instructions .....................................................67
7.2 Elements of the electrical system..............................67
7.2.1 HobbyConnect...........................................................98
7.3 Electric power supply...............................................114
7.4 Electrical system......................................................123
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.........................................................................136
Chapter 9: Gas
9.1 General safety rules when using LPG ttings ..........141
9.2 Gas supply ...............................................................144
9.3 Gas socket, external ................................................152
Chapter 10: Built-in devices
10.1 General information..................................................153
10.2 Heating.....................................................................153
10.2.1 Truma Combi Heating System C4/C6E....................153
10.2.2 Webasto auxiliary heating ........................................167
10.3 Refrigerator..............................................................168
10.4 Gas cooker...............................................................173
10.5 Rooftop Air Conditioning .........................................175
10.6 Satellite System .......................................................176
Chapter 11: Accessories...................................................178
Chapter 12: Maintenance and Care
12.1 Maintenance ............................................................181
12.2 Brakes......................................................................182
12.3 Changing the Changing the rear lights ...................182
12.4 Airing........................................................................183
12.5 Care..........................................................................183
12.6 Winter Lay Up for the van .......................................188
12.7 Winter Operation .....................................................190
Chapter 13: Sanitation and Environmental Protection
13.1 The environment and traveling.................................192
13.2 Returning the vehicle ...............................................195
Chapter 14: Technical Data
14.1 Chassis data............................................................196
14.2 Load increased........................................................198
14.3 Vehicle and equipment weights...............................200
14.4 Tires and rims..........................................................201
14.5 Tyre pressure values................................................202
14.6 Refrigerator SlimLine RMVOC90.............................202
Index .................................................................................203

1. Introduction4
Chapter 1: Introduction
1.1 General information
Our van 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 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 in-
dividual variations here. If you have any special questions
concerning accessories or the technology of 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 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.
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 consistency of the
van. Your dealer will give you a guarantee booklet, “5 Years‘
Guarantee on Consistency“ 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 Designations in the 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: entrance) have been given item
numbers .
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Indicating details with the help of position numbers
Lists
Lists are given in the form of key words and shown as bullet
points using “-“.

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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 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 „*”.
For technical reasons, optional extras cannot always be installed
in all models. Should you have any questions, please speak to
your Hobby dealer.
Timeliness of This Manual
The high level of quality and security for vans is ensured 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 “•“.
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 make you aware of dangers that may lead to
material being damaged or even people being hurt if they
are not observed.
Environmental Tips
Environmental tips give you possibilities for lessening the
impact on the environment.

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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 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 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 van has been designed as a mobile travel accommodation
for private, not commercial use. This is arecreational 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 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 regu-
lations 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 in motion. 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
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Rescue sheets
The rescue sheet for the van can be found behind the sun vi-
sor. 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 vantana
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.
• Keep an ABC dry powder re extinguisher by the entrance
door.
• 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.
VANTANA K60 FT
LEGENDE
Airbag
Airbag-
steuergerät
Gasgenerator
Gasdruck-
dämpfer
Elektro-
block
Gurtstraer Gasflaschen
Gas-
Sicherheits-
Fiat Vantana K60 FT
RETTUNGSKARTE
SAISON 2018
Stand06/2017, Hobby-Wohnwagenwerk Ing. Harald Striewski GmbH

2. Safety 9
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 van
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.
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 van, 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!
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