Hobby ONTOUR 2018 User manual

Version 7 / 2018
OPERATION GUIDE
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1. Introduction
Dear Caravaner,
Congratulations on the purchase of your new HOBBY Caravan. 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 caravans even better. Our fully tted and highly sophisticated models enable us to oer you the
perfect setting for the most enjoyable days of the year.
Please read this manual carefully, even if you have been caravanning for a long time. It will help you to avoid
operating errors or causing damage to the vehicle and its equipment. Following the enclosed instructions will
increase your driving comfort and maintain the value of your caravan.
If this user manual should be unable to provide the required assistance, a close, pan-European network of
dealers is available for further help. Take advantage of your authorised dealer's experience and technical
knowledge - we recommend speaking to him in detail before taking your rst trip with your HOBBY caravan.
We wish you and your fellow travellers many enjoyable trips and hope you will always have a safe journey with
your new HOBBY caravan.
Your
HOBBY Caravan Plant
Ing. Harald Striewski GmbH

1. Introduction
Table of Contents
1 Introduction
1.1 General information.........................................................................................................................1
1.2 Key to using in These Operating Instructions .................................................................................2
2 Safety
2.1 Intended use.................................................................................................................................... 4
2.2 General information.........................................................................................................................4
2.3 Fire protection .................................................................................................................................4
2.4 Emergency equipment......................................................................................................................5
2.5 Safety Systems ...............................................................................................................................6
2.6 Before the journey ...........................................................................................................................7
2.6.1 What to observe before your rst journey.......................................................................................7
2.6.2 Before each journey ........................................................................................................................9
2.7 While driving..................................................................................................................................10
2.8 After each journey .........................................................................................................................12
3 Chassis
3.1 General information.......................................................................................................................14
3.2 Vehicle ID number (VIN)................................................................................................................14
3.3 Loading..........................................................................................................................................15
3.3.1 General information.......................................................................................................................15
3.3.2 Tow hitch load ...............................................................................................................................16
3.3.3 Meaning of weights for the Caravan .............................................................................................17
3.4 Safety hitch WS 3000.................................................................................................................... 18
3.5 Jockey wheel.................................................................................................................................20
3.6 Handbrake operation.....................................................................................................................21
3.7 Overrunning equipment and wheel brakes ...................................................................................22
3.8 Electronic Trailer Stabilisation (ETS plus) ......................................................................................23
4 Wheels and tyres
4.1 Wheels...........................................................................................................................................24
4.2 Tyres ..............................................................................................................................................24
4.3 Tyre pressure .................................................................................................................................25
4.4 Prole depth and age of tyres .......................................................................................................26
4.5 Rims ..............................................................................................................................................26
4.6 Changing a wheel tyre................................................................................................................... 27
4.7 Tyre repair kit .................................................................................................................................29
5 Exterior structure
5.1 Forced and xed ventilation ..........................................................................................................32
5.2 Opening and closing doors and lockers .......................................................................................33
5.3 Corner Steadies.............................................................................................................................39
5.4 Roof...............................................................................................................................................40
5.5 Guide rail for awning draft skirt ....................................................................................................40
5.6 Bicycle carrier................................................................................................................................41
5.7 Roof mounted awning ...................................................................................................................42
6 Interior structure
6.1 Cupboard and drawer operation...................................................................................................44
6.2 TV bracket .....................................................................................................................................47
6.3 Tables ............................................................................................................................................48
6.4 How to convert seating areas into beds........................................................................................49
6.5 Washroom .....................................................................................................................................53
6.6 Windows........................................................................................................................................54
6.7 Roof lights .....................................................................................................................................56
7 Installation of electrical devices
7.1 Safety tips .....................................................................................................................................59
7.2 Operation of the installed electrical systems ................................................................................59
7.3 Control panel .................................................................................................................................61

1. Introduction
7.3.1 HobbyConnect ..............................................................................................................................77
7.4 Electrical supply ............................................................................................................................91
7.5 Electrical system ...........................................................................................................................96
7.6 Diagram of the electrical distribution board ..................................................................................97
7.7 TV Connections .............................................................................................................................98
7.8 Additional lights............................................................................................................................. 99
8 Water
8.1 General information.....................................................................................................................100
8.2 Water pump.................................................................................................................................100
8.3 Water ushing toilet ....................................................................................................................106
9 Gas system
9.1 General safety rules for the use of liquid gas facilities................................................................ 109
9.2 Gas supply ..................................................................................................................................111
9.3 Gas socket, external....................................................................................................................113
10 Built-in devices
10.1 General information.....................................................................................................................114
10.2 Heating ........................................................................................................................................114
10.2.1 Truma-S-Hot-air heating..............................................................................................................114
10.2.2 Electric auxiliary heating..............................................................................................................117
10.2.3 Truma Combi Heating System C4/C6 (E) or VarioHeat-Heizung.................................................118
10.2.4 Electric under oor heating .........................................................................................................129
10.2.5 Alde heating and hot water system.............................................................................................130
10.3 Electro Boiler ...............................................................................................................................134
10.4 Dometic Refrigerator ...................................................................................................................135
10.5 Gas hob.......................................................................................................................................138
10.6 Extractor hood.............................................................................................................................139
10.7 Oven / Hob-Oven Combination ..................................................................................................139
10.8 Microwave ...................................................................................................................................142
10.9 Rooftop Air Conditioning.............................................................................................................143
10.10 Satellite System...........................................................................................................................144
11 Accessories ..........................................................................................................................................145
12 Maintenance and upkeep
12.1 Maintenance................................................................................................................................ 147
12.2 Hitch head ..................................................................................................................................148
12.3 Brakes .........................................................................................................................................149
12.4 Changing bulbs in the rear lights.................................................................................................150
12.5 Changing the battery and maintenance of the smoke detector..................................................153
12.6 Ventilation ....................................................................................................................................154
12.7 Upkeep........................................................................................................................................154
12.8 Winterising the caravan...............................................................................................................160
12.9 Winter useage..............................................................................................................................161
13 Waste disposal and environmental protection
13.1 The environment and mobile travel .............................................................................................163
14 Technical data
14.1 Chassis data................................................................................................................................165
14.2 Possibilities for increasing loads ................................................................................................. 167
14.3 Weights of vehicle and equipment ..............................................................................................171
14.4 Tyres and Rims ............................................................................................................................173
14.5 Tyre pressures values ..................................................................................................................177
14.6 Measurements of Awning Perimeter ...........................................................................................178
Index ....................................................................................................................................................179

1. Introduction
Our caravans are continuously being updated. Please understand
that we reserve the right to make changes to the equipment, shape
and technology.
These operating instructions also describe equipment which may
vary from the standard scope of delivery.
Therefore, HOBBY shall not be liable for any claims arising from
the contents of this handbook. The equipment that has been im-
plemented at the time of printing is described in these operating
instructions. Equivalent equipment has been implemented in all of
the dierent layouts. Please understand that we cannot describe all
of the individual variations. Your dealer will be pleased to answer
any special questions regarding the equipment and technology of
your caravan.
Your HOBBY caravan has been built in accordance with the latest
technology and recognised safety regulations. Despite all of these
safety measures, it is possible that people may be hurt or the ca-
ravan damaged if the safety instructions in this handbook and the
warnings posted on adhesive labels in the caravan are not followed.
1.1 General information
Before your rst journey
You should certainly familiarize yourself thoroughly with the contents
of this handbook; it is much more than a reference book.
Fill out the warranty cards for the built-in appliances in the separate
instructions, and send the warranty cards to the respective manu-
facturers. In doing so, you will secure your right to a warranty for
all devices.
In accordance with guarantee conditions, HOBBY gives
you a 5-year guarantee through your dealer against
leaks in the caravan. When you accept the vehicle you
will receive the guarantee booklet, "Five-Year Guarantee
on Watertightness" from your HOBBY dealer.
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Annual water ingress checks are annual water ingress
check free of charge.
Warning: If no annual water ingress checkis carried
out, your right to the 5-year guarantee loses its validity.
We would explicitly like to point out that we do not
accept any liability for damages or malfunctions that
arise because these operating instructions have been
ignored.
• Only operate the caravan if it is in perfect technical
condition.
• Malfunctions that impair the safety of people or the
caravan itself must be repaired immediately by a
qualied engineer or company..
• The brake system and the gas system may only be
inspected and repaired by an authorised specialist.
• Specied inspection and MOT deadlines must be
met.

1. Introduction
Indicating details with the help of position
numbers
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1.2 Key to using in These Operating Instructions
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Guidelines
Warnings
Environmental tips
This operating manual explains the caravan as follows:
Texts and illustrations
The texts which accompany illustrations are found directly to the
right of the illustrations. Details in illustrations (here: habitation door)
are marked with position number j.
Lists
Lists are set out in bullet-point form, indicated by a hyphen "-" in
front of the rst word of each point.
Procedural guidelines
Procedural guidelines are also based on key points and begin
with a bullet point. "•".
Guidelines point out important details which ensure the
trouble-free operation of the caravan and its equipment.
Please bear in mind that various models have dierent
equipment; therefore, varying descriptions are possible.
Warnings point out dangers which, if they are not follo-
wed, could cause damage to equipment and/or injury
to persons.
Environmental tips show possible ways to reduce the
eects on the environment.

1. Introduction
Optional Extras
You have selected a caravan 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 caravans 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.
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Should there be any equipment or a model that is not
described in this user manual, please note the enclosed
additional operating instructions.

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2. Safety
2.2 General information
Warnings and information labels are attached both in-
side and outside the vehicle. These are meant for your
safety and must not be removed.
Fire prevention measures
• Never leave children and vulnerable persons alone in the vehicle.
• Keep ammable materials away from all heating and cooking ap-
pliances.
• Changes to the electrical system, gas system or built-in devices
may only be carried out by professional, authorised workshops.
• Keep an ABC dry powder re extinguisher by the entrance door.
• Ensure that everyone is familiar with the guidelines on the re
extinguisher.
• Place a re blanket near the gas cooker.
• Keep all escape routes clear.
• Ensure that everyone is familiar with the re prevention measures
on site.
• The caravan may only be driven on public roads by someone
with a valid driving licence category for such vehicles.
• The individual manufacturer's operating and instruction
manual(s) must be observed when using built-in devices (refri-
gerator, heating system, cooker, etc.).
• The measurements, weight and driving performance of the ca-
ravan may change if accessories or optional extras have been
installed. 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
caravan. Information on tyre and rim sizes can be found in the
vehicle's registration document or in Chapter 14.4 Tyres and
Rims.
2.3 Fire protection
This caravan 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 caravan has been designed may spend the night in the vehicle.
When the caravan is on the road, it may only be used in accordance
with road trac regulations and national vehicle safety standards.
This caravan is exclusively suited to being towed by a car, not by
lorries, buses or similar vehicles. It may not be used to transport
people/animals and/or goods. While driving, people/animals may not
remain in the caravan. When the caravan is on the road, it may only
be used for carrying personal equipment. Transporting unsecured
loads and/or packages is forbidden.
Please ensure that the technically permissible maximum weight of
the caravan and the permitted axle load(s) per axle are not exceeded.
No use of the caravan other than that described here is permitted;
any other use is regarded as contrary to the intended use.
2.1 Intended use
Label for tyre pressure

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2. Safety
Smoke detector
As an optional feature, the caravan can be tted with a battery-
operated smoke detector on the ceiling. Should smoke be detected
inside the vehicle, a loud alarm will go o, warning any passengers
of a possible re.
The detector's own electricity supply, powered by the built-in 9V
block battery, ensures that the smoke detector will function inde-
pendent of the vehicle's electric system, even if the power supply
has been switched o.
• To activate the smoke detector, pull the protective foil o the
block battery and insert the battery.
• Use the test button to test the smoke detector. Use the test button
to test the smoke detector.
Smoke detector*
Please refer also to the device manufacturer's operating
manual.
For more information on using and changing the battery,
please refer to Chapter 12 Maintenance and Upkeep.
A smoke detector will not prevent res or put them out.
If it is working properly, it will merely provide you with
those possibly decisive seconds to save yourself and
notify emergency services.
Fighting a re
• Evacuate all passengers immediately.
• Close the main shut-o valve on the gas bottle as well as the
shut-o valves on gas appliances.
• Shut o the electrical supply.
• Sound the alarm and call the re service.
• Only ght the re yourself if this is possible without risk.
High visibility jacket/vest
British regulations for carrying and wearing a high-visibility vest with
white retro-reective stripes in accordance with EN 471 whenever
you step outside the vehicle on roads outside built-up areas or on
the hard shoulder.
The driver must put on this high-visibility vest when the vehicle
• comes to a stop outside city limits on an obscure rural road be-
cause of an accident or breakdown, if the visibility is poor due
to bad weather, in twilight or darkness, or
2.4 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 kept handy. It should have a
xed place in the base vehicle/caravan. Any objects removed
from the rst-aid kit should be replaced immediately. Expiry dates
should be checked regularly.

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2. Safety
Minimum distance between warning triangle
and caravan
Warning triangle
The warning triangle should also be kept handy in a xed place in the
base vehicle/caravan, 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!
100 m
Please observe the national regulations of the countries
you are driving through with regard to carrying and
wearing emergency equipment.
• when it must be highlighted by the use of a warning triangle on
the hard shoulder because of an accident or breakdown.
Vehicle Tracking System “Phantom Tracking”*
(for Great Britain only)
The Phantom Tracking System monitors your vehicle using tracking
software that has been secretly installed.
You can access the MyPhantom portal and the app, enabling you to
determine where your caravan is at any time (an Internet connection
must be available for this). The system recognises when the vehi-
cle changes its location and reports this, making you aware of any
possible theft. The system determines the vehicle’s exact location
to within 8 feet.
- Please refer also to the separate system manufacturer’s
operating instructions and read them carefully before
initial operation.
- The system has a rechargeable battery, i.e. it conti-
nues to send even if the power supply has been cut
until the rechargeable battery is discharged.
Central Registration and Identication System CRiS*
(for Great Britain only)
CRiS is the national register for British caravan owners. It is recogni-
sed by the regulatory authorities, insurance companies and govern-
mental organisations as well as the Department for Transport (DFT).
VIN CHIP™ is a new industrial standard for identifying caravans. It
uses a neutral and unique number within visible and invisible VIN
CHIP™ elements both in and on the caravan.
The system links this number to a CRiS keeper record in the central
database.
2.5 Safety Systems

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2. Safety
The following documents must be presented at each inspection:
- motor vehicle registration certicate, Part I
- valid certicate of inspection for gas facilities, documenting instal-
lation.Your dealer will give you the initial certicate.
2.6.1 What to observe before your rst journey
Vehicle registration (Germany)
Every vehicle which uses public roads is subject to registration.
This includes your new caravan. You can register the caravan at
your local registration oce.
The following documents are required to initiate the registration
process:
- Motor Vehicle Registration Certicate Part II and/or Certicate of
Conformity (CoC)
- Electronic Insurance Certicate/eIC Number
- personal identication or proof of residence
- possibly, power of attorney to have someone else register the
caravan.
- if applicable: direct debit mandate for taxes
If required, please do not forget to apply for a „100“ speed sticker.
General inspection (Germany)
In accordance with Section 29 of German Road Trac Licensing
Regulations, your caravan must undergo a major inspection every
two years.
A general vehicle inspection can be carried out by an ocially
recognised expert (e.g. DEKRA Expert mobile home inspection).
Should your caravan be stolen, please do the following:
• Contact the police and inform your insurance company. Inform them
of any anti-theft devices that may be mounted in your caravan.
• Inform CRiS and continue to keep CRiS informed of all further
developments so that their database can be kept up-to-date.
- Never leave the CRiS registration document in your
caravan; always take it with you, especially when
you travel abroad. The CRiS Caravan Registration
Form is evidence that you are the registered holder
and therefore entitled to use the caravan.
- Never remove any identifying marks on your cara-
van, because only with the aid of these identifying
marks is it possible to identify the caravan should it
be stolen.
Please note any possible separate information from the
registration authority.
2.6 Before the journey

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2. Safety
"100" speed sticker
5. Free interchangeability of tow vehicle and caravan:
Dierent caravans may be combined with dierent tow
vehicles.
You are responsible for ensuring that the preceding
regulations are met if you plan to drive at 100 km/h.
6. The correct noseweight gives you more safety:
Please refer to chapter 3.3.2 for the recommended
noseweight.
• Tighten the nuts on the wheels after driving the
rst 50 km with your caravan.
Fit for a Speed of 60 mph (Germany)
1. Your HOBBY caravan is technically equipped for a
maximum speed of 60 mph. Under no circumstances may
this speed be exceeded!
2. Note the permissible maximum speeds for towing in the
country in which you are travelling!
3. Road trac regulations in Germany were changed on 22
October 2005. Your caravan was already set to be towed
at 100 KPH at the factory, and this has been entered in
the caravan's registration documents. Upon request, the
100 KPH sticker will be issued by the road trac authority
when the caravan is initially registered and attached to the
back of the vehicle.
4. The following points must be observed, because you are
responsible for adhering to them. If they are not met, the
maximum speed for the caravan is 50 mph!
a) The base vehicle must be equipped with an anti-
locking system/anti-lock device and may not exceed
an overall mass of 3.5 tons.
b) The caravan must be equipped with hydraulic
vibration dampers (shock absorbers); naturally, your
new HOBBY caravan is equipped with these.
c) The caravan's tyres should be changed after a
maximum of six years. They must be marked at
least with an L (= 75 mph) for the appropriate speed
category.
d) The caravan must be equipped with a stabilser hitch
in accordance with ISO 11555-1. This is a standard
feature in all Hobby models.
The overall mass of the caravan may not exceed
the unladen mass of the car.
Please familiarise yourself abroad about any national
regulations that may apply with regard to registration
and general inspection and whether you are permitted
to tow your caravan at 100 KPH.
Any changes made to the caravan that fall under nati-
onal trac regulations must be approved and entered
in the registration document! If you have any further
questions or diculties, your authorised Hobby dealer
will always be available to assist you!

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2. Safety
Prepare the vehicle before driving!
2.6.2 Before each journey Road safety
• The electric connection between the tow vehicle (your car) and
the caravan must function perfectly.
• Before driving, check that the signalling and lighting systems and
brakes function correctly.
• If the vehicle has been standing for a longer period of time
(approx. 10 months) have an authorised workshop check the
brake system, the tyres and function of the of all appliances. It
is advisable to have a gas safety check carried as well. .
• Set the vehicle's wing mirror.
• In winter, the roof must be cleared of snow and ice before driving.
• Regularly check the tyre pressure before driving. False tyre
pressure can cause excessive wear, damage to the tyres or
even lead to a burst tyre. (see also Chapter 14.5)
As the driver of this vehicle, you are responsible for the state of the car
and caravan. Therefore, you must note the following points:
Exterior
Check around the caravan and ensure everything is secure for
your journey as follows.
Preparation of the vehicle:
• The caravan must be hitched up correctly (see guidelines for
the safety hitch WS3000 Chapter 3.4).
• Release the hand brake for the caravan.
• Rotate the rotating stanchions and front landing wheel upwards
and secure them.
Only begin to drive when your caravan fulls all of the
conditions for roadworthiness.
Interior
You must also prepare the interior of the vehicle
Preparing the interior:
• Sort all loose objects and store them in their respective com-
partments.
• Store heavy and / or voluminous objects (e.g. radio, awning,
beverage cases) safely before you start your journey, securing
them to prevent them from moving around. (see also Chapter 3.3)
• If required you can switch the fridge on to 12v operation, this will
only keep the fridge cold when travelling, the fridge must have
been already chilled to the desired temperature using 230v or
gas. The 12v element will not chill the fridge down.
• Ensure that all uids, including those in refrigerator, are secured
to prevent leakage.
• Close all doors (incl. refrigerator door), lockers (Lock the central
lock on the kitchen drawers).
• Open the concertina door and lock it.
• Latch the sliding door.
• Secure the table and, if possible, lower it.
• Should there be an drop down bed, move it to the upright posi-
tion and lock it into place.
• If necessary, secure the TV bracket and, if possible, remove the
TV and store it securely.
• Remove the TV and store it securely (models with rear washroom).
• Turn o all interior lighting and if necessary isolate the 12v system

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2.7 While driving Driving
Take a test drive or a safety training course before the rst long drive
to better acquaint yourself with the carriage in driving conditions.
Practise driving in reverse.
Rules for driving
• Do not underestimate the total length of the car & caravan (rig).
Due to the relatively long rear overhang, larger caravan can swing
out and, under adverse conditions, the rear end of the caravan
can hit the ground.
• Take extra care when driving toward yards and through gates.
• In conditions with strong side winds, slick ice or wet roads, the
caravan could move back and forth.
• Adjust driving speed to overall street and trac conditions.
• Long, lightly sloping roads are potentially dangerous. Measure
your speed from the outset in such a manner that the car & cara-
van can be accelerated, if necessary, without endangering other
drivers or pedestrians.
Staying in the caravan during the drive is prohibited by law!
Ensure that there is sucient ventilation. Never cover
up built-in forced ventilation (skylights with forced
ventilation or mushroom vents). Ensure that forced
ventilation is not covered by snow or leaves as this
increases the danger of suocation.
Do not overload the caravan! The permissible axle
loads, the technically permissible maximum weight as
well as the permissible height, width and length of the
caravan must be observed!
Place a note with all important measurements and
weights in a clearly visible place on the dashboard.
• Close and rmly lock all of the windows and roof lights.
• Empty the waste water tank, clean it and stow it securely in the
gas box.
• Switch o the awning light.
• If necessary, pack away the awning and stow the winding
handle securely.
• Turn o the gas bottles (heating is forbidden while driving) and
secure them.
• If necessary, slide the TV antenna* in as far as possible or re-
tract the satellite dish.
• Shut the gas-bottle container and, if necessary, the luggage
compartment (Premium).
• Close and lock the entrance door and any external locker doors.
• Stow the step tread in the gas bottle container.
• If necessary, disconnect the cable for the 230V mains connec-
tion from the external socket.
• If necessary, secure any bicycles on the bicycle carrier, lashing
them with the fastening straps to prevent them from slipping,
and ensure that the rear tail lights are not covered. If the bicycle
carrier has not been loaded, fold it in and secure it. (see Chap-
ter 5.6)
• If necessary, secure the spare tyre holder.

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Should there be any defects or malfunctions in the
driving performance of the caravan, please notify road-
side assistance and have any maintenance and repair
work carried out by an authorised specialist.
Due to the design of the brakes, there may be increa-
sed wear in the brake lining during the initial break-in
phase. Despite carrying out automatic brake adjust-
ments on all HOBBY trailers, the basic setting for the
brakes must be checked by an authorised specialist
and adjusted if necessary (initial inspection) after ha-
ving driven 500 km.
Brakes
A car and caravan together (rig) behaves dierently from an individual
vehicle while braking. Therefore, it is advisable (especially for inexpe-
rienced drivers) to conduct several braking tests on a suitable surface.
The braking distance for the rig is longer than that of an individual
vehicle. The load in the caravan also has a signicant inuence on the
braking distance.
Rules for braking
• Note the longer braking distance on wet roads.
• When driving down a mountain, do not select a gear that is
higher than the one used when driving up a mountain.
• During long drives over passes or steep and twisty country lanes,
the can cause the caravan brakes to over run constantly and can
cause the wheel brakes to heat up considerably. If necessary, you
should allow enough time to enable them to cool down again.
Driving around curves
The combined length of your car & caravan together (rig) is consi-
derably longer than a car.
The following applies for driving in curves
• Do not take curves too quickly or too sharply!
• Take the curve at a somewhat wider radius when turning.
• Note that the caravan can swing out if you turn too quickly.
• If the caravan moves back and forth on a sloping road, brake
carefully but rapidly to bring the caravan back into line.
• Never increase speed if the caravan becomes pendulous.
• Do not drive down a hill any faster than you would drive up one.
• Long, gently sloping downhill slopes can be dangerous. Calculate
your speed from the very beginning so that, if necessary, it is still
possible to accelerate without endangering other road users.
• When overtaking or being overtaken by trucks or buses, the
caravan can be caught up in air suction. This could cause the
caravan to sway or become pendulous.
• Drive with foresight; on longer trips, stop at regular intervals for
breaks.

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2. Safety
Choosing a parking place
Rules for choosing a parking place:
• If at all possible, check the place selected for parking in daylight.
• The parking place should be as horizontal as possible.
• Check to see that the entry step is positioned horizontally (impor-
tant for refrigerator function).
• Level the caravan lengthwise using the jockey wheel.
• Level the caravan width ways by laying appropriate boards or a
ramp under a wheel.
2.8 After each journey
Do not use the corner steadies to compensate for un-
even ground.
Shunting (moving caravan by hand)
In most cases your caravans will be longer and wider than your car.
Tips for maneuvering your caravan.
• There is a signicant blind spot when moving the caravan, even
when the exterior mirrors are properly adjusted.
• Use a another person when turning into
dicult parking spots especially in reverse..
Front grab handle
When positioning the caravan manually, only use the
grab handles at the front and rear ends of the caravan.
Never push on the plastic parts or the walls.
Rules for driving in reverse
• The caravan turns in the opposite direction in which you steer.
• Get one someone to guide you when reversing the caravan.
Driving in reverse
Your HOBBY caravan has a braking system with automatic reverse.
It enables you to drive backwards without applying the brakes, becau-
se the overrun coupling does not dierentiate between overrunning or
reversing the caravan. When you back up the caravan, you must rst
overcome a slight residual brake torque in order to activate the automatic
reverse. You can then back up the caravan without any diculty. The
next time the caravan moves forward, the normal braking facility is then
automatically applied again.
The caravan's brakes are deactivated when you drive
in reverse.
Rear grab handle

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2. Safety
Switching over electrical devices
Instructions for redirecting electrical devices
• Open the main shut-o valve on the gas bottle as well as the
shut-o valves on the gas-powered appliances you require.
• Switch the refrigerator from 12 V to gas or 230V.
• Switch the refrigerator from 12V to gas or 230V, because the
12V supply will automatically be switched o after a brief period
of time when the (car's) engine is not running.
If the caravan socket has been attached to the tow
vehicle in a manner conforming to standards (DIN
ISO 146), the battery of the base vehicle will not be
discharged when the ignition has been switched o
and you have forgotten to switch the refrigerator from
12V operation.
Water installation
Water left standing in the fresh water tank or the pipes quickly be-
comes undrinkable.
Therefore, check the water pipes and the fresh water tank before
each journey to ensure they are clean. Disinfect and rinse the drin-
king water facility regularly, and always before each journey.
Please empty any residual water from the water tank
before lling it with fresh water.
Securing the vehicle
Rules for securing the vehicle:
• Apply the handbrake brake.
• Only extend the corner steadies to the point where the axle
still assists in bearing the weight (The winding handle is located
in the bottle container).
• If the ground is soft, place supports under the corner steadies.
• Use the wheel chocks to secure the wheels. They are located in
the gas box.
A spring brake on the brake lever ensures that the
brakes will not disengage by themselves, even if the
rotation direction is reversed from driving forwards to
backwards. If you have activated automatic reverse,
the brake lever must be moved beyond the dead cen-
tre position to its nal position.
To ensure that the hand brake does not freeze, only
pull on it gently when the temperature reaches 0° C
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3. Chassis
3.1 General information
The 17-digit vehicle ID number is located at the front right-hand side of
the forked A frame.
Furthermore, the VIN is etched on the name plate.
Please have your VIN at hand for any inquiries or whenever visiting your
dealer.
Name plate
Permit number
Vehicle ID number (VIN)
Max. nose weight
Permissible axle load, 1st axle
Permissible axle load, 2nd axle
Permissible maximum weight
3.2 Vehicle ID number (VIN)
Frame parts and axles are components of the undercarriage. No
technical modications are allowed; otherwise, the terms of operation
are no longer valid!
For the sake of trac safety, the vehicle undercarriage must be
maintained just as conscientiously as the base vehicle itself.
This
maintenance should be carried out by your HOBBY dealer. If spare
parts are required, use only the original parts supplied by the manu-
facturer.
Technical changes are allowed with the manufactu-
rers permission.
Generally, caravans are not suitable for pulling by
lorries or buses. If this is done permanently, they will
be damaged.
Do not remove or change the name plate.
The chassis plate is located in the gas bottle container
above the bottle holder.
Name plate
Chassis plate in gas
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3. Chassis
3.3 Loading
Rules for loading:
• Spread the load evenly between the left and right-hand side of
the caravan. Heavy or bulky objects should be placed in the lower
storage compartments and near the axle.
• If your caravan is twin axle: distribute the centre of weight between
the two axles.
• Never load your caravan with the weight towards the rear (danger
of swaying back and forth).
• Store baggage in the interior in cupboards and storage compartments.
• Heavy objects should be stowed securely to prevent them from
moving.
• Lighter objects (clothing) should be stowed in the wall cupboards.
• You may not always be able to follow the recommended stowing
arrangement, because storage possibilities are distributed throughout
the whole interior of the caravan. If necessary, put heavy objects in
the tow vehicle.
• Secure doors and lockers.
• Check the technically permissible maximum weight and the
axle load(s) after you have nished loading.
3.3.1 General information
The maximum axle loads entered in the documentation
for this vehicle as well as the technically permissible ma-
ximum weight must not be exceeded. Overloading can
cause the tyres to break down or even burst! This incre-
ases the danger that you may lose control of the vehicle.
Therefore, you endanger yourself and other road users.
Do not store additional loads of more than 30 kg in the
rear storage locker compartment (Premium).
If you are not sure whether or not you have overloaded
the caravan, you should have it weighed at a public weigh
bridge. The lower the caravan's centre of gravity, the
better its driving performance and response in curves.
In some models with children's beds, the external storage locker
can be selected as an option.
When converting to an external storage locker, it is important to
ensure that the lower children's bed is secured using the strap j
provided for this purpose. To make it easier to load the external
storage locker, fold the support lfor the lower children’s bed to
the side and secure it with the lock m.
All of the equipment carried in the external storage locker must be se-
curely fastened using the lashing eyes kand suitable retaining straps.
External storage locker
Objects that are not fastened can become dangerous
projectiles if you have an accident or are forced to
brake hard.
Always check that the lashing rings are rmly locked
before you start your drive.
Garage*
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2
Support for children’s bed
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4

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3. Chassis
You will only achieve optimum driving stability and decisively increase
your safety on the road if the nose weight has been properly adjusted
for your combination of base vehicle and the caravan being pulled.
The nose weight indicates the power the caravan's A frame exerts on
the car's clutch.
Rules for the nose weight load:
• Set the nose weight correctly! You can, for example, use normal
bathroom scales: use a strip of wood (approx. 400mm long) to
position them vertically under the hitch head. It may also be
possible to roughly estimate the nose weight by means of the
nose weight indicator*mintegrated in the front landing jockey
wheel, to do this the A frame of the caravan must be in a hori-
zontal position.
• Always check the nose weight before you start to drive!
• The specied nose weight (see handbook or chassisplate) and
the permissible overall mass of the tow vehicle and the cara-
van may not be exceeded!
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3.3.2 Tow hitch load
How to adjust the correct nose weigh:
1. Determine the maximum nose weigh of your tow vehicle by
checking its documentation, the chassisplate or the drawbar plate.
2. The maximum permissible nose weightfor your HOBBY
caravan is 100 kg (Exception: model 19 EG, i.e. models 720
the permissible nose weight for these models is 150 kg).
3. Adjust the nose weight on the caravan to the lower of the two
values by loading it carefully. At the same time, try to make full
use of this value.
4. The lower of the two specied values for the nose weight,
i.e. that of the tow vehicle or the caravan, may not be exceeded.
Nose weight display on the jockey wheel
3
2
1
Stowage areas in the caravan
- Light objects jsuch as towels and lightweight laundry.
- Medium-weight objects ksuch as clothing, laundry and food.
- Heavy objects lsuch as the awning, dinghy or crates
of drinks.
If the caravan has been tted with a rear-mounted bicycle carrier* the
reduction of the permissible nose weight load caused by the weight
of the bicycles must be compensated for by the rest of the load.
Stowage areas
The owner/driver of the vehicle is always responsible
for ensuring that loads transported in the external sto-
rage locker have been correctly secured. As far as pos-
sible, always use tension belt systems licensed for this
purpose.
Never use rubber expanders. Remember that excep-
tionally strong driving dynamics can occur in dan-
gerous situations or when you are forced to slam on
the brakes.
Please note: the heavier the rear load, the worse the
driving performance and brake response.