Mondial Designs Limited HB095 2008 User guide

www.mondialrange.co.uk
Owners Handbook 2008
The Swift Group Dunswell Road, Cottingham, East Yorkshire HU16 4JX. Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]
email: [email protected]
HB095

Introduction
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INTRODUCTION
Dear owner
Thank you for deciding to buy one of our new
motorhomes. We are sure you will enjoy many
happy hours in it and we hope the information
and hints in this handbook will heighten
your enjoyment.
The handbook has been designed to give you a
general guide to the care, use and maintenance
of your motorhome. Whether you are a new or
an experienced motorhome user the hints will
help to protect your investment.
The information contained will answer most
of your queries, but if there are any aspects
which are not covered please consult your
appointed dealer.
Happy touring!
IMPORTANT - please quote the base
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) in all
correspondence with your dealer or
Swift Group Limited, this can be found
on the front windscreen and on the plate of
the front cross member within the
engine compartment.
All the illustrations and descriptive matter in this
handbook are intended to give a general idea of
the motorhome. Changing market and supply
situations may prevent us from maintaining the
exact specification details in this handbook. We
therefore reserve the right to alter specifications
as materials and conditions demand.
Dealers are not agents of Swift Group Limited
and have absolutely no authority to bind Swift
Group Limited by any express or implied
undertaking or representation.

CONTENTS
WARRANTY.................................................1
MOTORHOMECODE .........................................9
PREPARING FOR THE ROAD ..................................13
‘ENROUTE’ ................................................19
SAFETY&SECURITY ........................................21
ARRIVAL AT SITE............................................25
CONNECTING SERVICES .....................................27
ELECTRICALSYSTEMS......................................43
EQUIPMENT DETAILS ........................................53
MOTORHOME CARE........................................107
USEFULINFORMATION.....................................115

WARRANTY
Warranty ................................................... 2
Your warranty explained ...................................... 4
Motorhome details ........................................... 4
Assistance.................................................. 5
Annual service / inspection record .............................. 6
Annual service / inspection record Stamps ....................... 7

Warranty
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Warranty
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• Thefailureofacomponentforreasonsof
fair wear and tear.
• Damageresultingfromaccidents.
• Misuseofanycomponent.
• Normaldeterioration,corrosion,intrusionof
foreign or harmful bodies, lack of servicing
or negligence of any person other than
the Swift Group Limited which causes
stoppage of or impairment to the function
of any component of the motorhome.
• Replacementofpartswhichhavereached
the end of their effective working life
because of age and/or usage.
• Cleaningoradjustmentofanyassemblies.
• Cosmeticnishestokitchensinks,cooker
tops, vanity units, shower trays.
The warranty will be invalidated if the
motorhome has been neglected, misused,
modified or for hire or reward. The motorhome
will be deemed to have been neglected if it has
not been serviced and maintained as stated in
this handbook.
If any repairs are identified as being necessary
during an Annual Service, the motorhome must
be made available to an authorised Swift Group
Service Centre within 6 weeks for the work to
be carried out. All new motorhomes must be
registered with the Swift Group Ltd within 6
weeks of purchase as new.
The warranty only applies to motorhomes
purchased and used within the UK, and for
continuous journeys abroad of no longer than
90 days per journey.
The cost of transporting, towing or moving the
motorhome by any means to or from the place
of repair is the responsibility of the owner.
The benefit of this warranty may be transferred
to a new owner if the motorhome is sold,
provided that the motorhome has been
serviced by an authorised Swift Group Service
Centre in accordance with the requirements
of this handbook, and details of the change of
ownership have been supplied to Swift Group
using the change of ownership form set out in
this handbook. Failure to notify Swift Group of
a change of ownership within 14 days of such a
change will invalidate the warranty.
This warranty only applies to motorhomes
purchased in the UK.
You have legal rights under UK law governing
the sale of consumer goods.
This warranty does not affect your legal rights.
The name and address of the warranty
provider is:
Swift Group Limited
DunswellRoad
Cottingham
East Yorkshire
HU16 4JX
To make a claim under this warranty, contact
the Swift Group Service Centre which supplied
your motorhome. Alternatively, details of your
nearest authorised Swift Group Service Centre
can be obtained by contacting the
Swift Group Customer Care Department on
01482 875740, or enquiring on the website
www.swiftleisure.co.uk
WARRANTY
All the illustrations and descriptive matter in
this handbook are intended to give a general
idea of the motorhome. Changing market and
supply situations and our policy of continuous
product development may prevent us from
maintaining the exact specifications detailed
in this handbook. We therefore reserve the
right to alter specifications as materials and
conditions demand.
Dealers are not agents of Swift Group Limited,
the manufacturer of Swift Group motorhomes
and have absolutely no authority to bind
the manufacturer by any express or implied
undertaking or representation.
All motorhomes (other than the engine, chassis
cab and associated parts referred to in this
handbook which are subject to the relevant
chassis manufacturer’s warranty) have a 3 year
SuperSure manufacturer’s warranty from the
date of purchase (or hire purchase), which is
subject to a chargeable annual service and
inspection being carried out at an authorised
Swift Group Service Centre.
During the warranty period, subject to the
exclusions set out in this section of the
handbook, the manufacturer, Swift Group Limited,
will repair (or at its option, replace) all defective
parts of the motorhome. For any engine, chassis
cab and associated parts warranty issues please
contact your local Fiat Agent.
The manufacturer will honour the warranty until
36 months from the date of sale, provided that
the motorhome has been serviced annually
within 90 days before or 60 days after each
anniversary of the original date of sale. The
third service must, however, be carried out
before the expiry of the 36 month period from
the original date of sale.
In the first 12 months the warranty
will cover:
Faults arising from a manufacturing defect but
not those which are a result of normal wear and
tear or those which relate to replacement light
bulbs and leisure battery.
Also not covered under the first year are faults
resulting from accidental damage or damage
caused by misuse of any component part of
the motorhome.
In the years two and three the warranty
will cover:
1. All original components of the
motorhome including permanently
fitted equipment forming part of the
manufacturer’s original specification.
2. Water ingress and body delamination
Specific exclusions to Supersure Warranty
during Years 2 and 3
• Glassincludingheatshields,
sink lids, mirrors.
• Decals,mirrortransfers,resinbadges.
• Softfurnishingsincludingupholstery,
curtains, pelmets.
• Carpets,linoandoorcoveringsincluding
door mats, shower mats.
• Windowcatches,staysand
associated fittings.
• Blindsandyscreensincludingdoor,Heki
andotherrooights.
• Allhinges,catches,knobs,staysand
handles (interior and exterior).
• Adjustmentandnaturalmovementof
internaldoors,apsandfurniture.
• Audioequipmentincludingradios,
speakers, aerials and associated parts.
• Microwave
• TV
• Routinemaintenanceitemswhicharepart
of the annual service including lubricants,
rubber gas hose, the cleaning of the heater
andfridgeues,thereplacementofgas
jets, the resealing and/or replacement of
shower room sealant, and the adjustment
and lubrication of locks.
General terms applying to all three years of
the warranty period
The motorhome is not covered for:

Warranty
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Warranty
5
ASSISTANCE
What to do if you Require Assistance
Congratulations on purchasing a Swift product.
We are confident that you will enjoy many happy
holidays. However, should you have an enquiry
or require assistance with a problem, we hope
that this guide will be of assistance to you.
If you have a problem, or enquiry with
regards to your new motorhome, please
follow these steps:
1. Check the Owners Handbook, paying
particular attention to the fault finding
advice at the back of the book.
2. Contact your supplying dealer
for assistance.
If you need to contact the Swift Group,
please be aware of the following:
1. When contacting Swift Supercare, please
quote your name, postcode and build
number of your motorhome.
2. In most instances, the Customer Care Team
will involve your dealer in resolving the
issue you are experiencing.
3. If you are contacting the company by
email, letter or fax, the Customer Care
Team will respond to you within five
working days from the date of receiving the
correspondence.
4. If you are calling the Customer Care Team,
pleaseavoidwherepossible,Mondaysand
lunch times.
5. Please be aware that the Swift Group
cannot send parts direct from the factory.
In all cases, without exception, your dealer
must place the order for you.
YOUR WARRANTY EXPLAINED
Your Swift motorhome has a three year
SuperSureManufacturer’sWarranty.Theitems
covered during years one, two and three vary,
and are clearly explained on pages 2 and 3 of
this booklet.
Your dealer should fully explain the terms of
the warranty, which is also subject to annual
service requirements, at the time of the official
handover of your product.
Please sign this form to say that you have
had the details of the warranty and the annual
service arrangements fully explained.
Signing this document in no way affects your
statutory rights under the Sale of Goods Act.
Signed ................................
Date ..................................
MOTORHOME DETAILS
IMPORTANTEnterallyourmotorhomedetails
on this page (see specification handbook).
RegistrationNumber
SerialNumber
ChassisNumber
Delivery Date
KeyNumber
Overall Length
Overall Width
MaximumExternalHeight
MassinRunningOrder
User Payload
MaximumTechnical
PermissibleLadenMass
Tyre Size
Front:     Rear:
Supplied and Pre-delivery Inspection by:
Service History
Signed/Dealer
Date

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Warranty
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ANNUAL SERVICE /
INSPECTION RECORD STAMPS
Motorhomemodel......................
Registrationnumber ....................
Chassis number .......................
Registrationdate .......................
1stSERVICE
DATE:
DEALER’SSTAMP
We certify that an annual service has been
carried out in accordance with the handbook.
2ndSERVICE
DATE:
DEALER’SSTAMP
We certify that an annual service has been
carried out in accordance with the handbook.
3rdSERVICE
DATE:
DEALER’SSTAMP
We certify that an annual service has been
carried out in accordance with the handbook.
4thSERVICE
DATE:
DEALER’SSTAMP
We certify that an annual service has been
carried out in accordance with the handbook.
5thSERVICE
DATE:
DEALER’SSTAMP
We certify that an annual service has been
carried out in accordance with the handbook.
ANNUAL SERVICE /
INSPECTION RECORD
In order to comply with the warranty, you must
have your motorhome inspected and serviced
by an authorised Swift Group Service Centre at
least once per year.
It is important that the owner’s handbook
is stamped on the appropriate page by the
authorised Swift Group Service Centre.
Failure to do this will invalidate the warranty
and the transfer of the warranty on the change
of ownership.
The inspection should take approximately two
hours and will cover the areas dealt with in the
annual service check list. Any areas requiring
service and/or maintenance will be highlighted
by your dealer and we recommend that you
authorise any necessary work to be carried out.
NB.Itisessential,tovalidatethewarranty,
that an annual inspection be carried out by an
authorised Swift Group Service Centre covering
the items listed.
Just as the engine/gearbox/roadwheels need
regular servicing by your chassis dealer,
so there are components in your conversion
that need regular maintenance by your
motorhome dealer.
These include the gas and electrical systems
and the seals in the bodywork. Your dealer
will complete the record in this handbook to
show that the work has been carried out.
1. Damp and lamination test.
2. Chassis and chassis to body security.
3. Corner steadies.
4. Motorhomestep.
5. Roadlights,wiringandreectors.
6. Internallightsand12VDCsystem.
7. Waterheater-gasand230VAC.
8. Hob, grill and oven.
9. Refrigerator230VAC,12VDCandgas.
10. Gas system.
11. Water pump, taps and water system.
12.Mains230VACsystem.
13. Windows and fittings.
14.Rooflights.
15. Furniture hinges/stays etc.
16. Exterior locks and hinges.
17. All internal vents.
18. Seals.
19.Blindsandyscreens.
20.Blownairheatingandgasresystems.

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6thSERVICE
DATE:
DEALER’SSTAMP
We certify that an annual service has been
carried out in accordance with the handbook.
7thSERVICE
DATE:
DEALER’SSTAMP
We certify that an annual service has been
carried out in accordance with the handbook.
8thSERVICE
DATE:
DEALER’SSTAMP
We certify that an annual service has been
carried out in accordance with the handbook.
9thSERVICE
DATE:
DEALER’SSTAMP
We certify that an annual service has been
carried out in accordance with the handbook.
10thSERVICE
DATE:
DEALER’SSTAMP
We certify that an annual service has been
carried out in accordance with the handbook.
11thSERVICE
DATE:
DEALER’SSTAMP
We certify that an annual service has been
carried out in accordance with the handbook.

MOTORHOME
CODE
Code of conduct ............................................ 10
The Country code ........................................... 12
The Coastal code ........................................... 12

Motorhome Code
10
Motorhome Code
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When using a dry powder extinguisher it is
suggested that the motorhome be evacuated
until the powder has settled, to avoid inhalation.
Unless permission has been granted,
barbecues should not be used. If permission
is given, consideration should be given to the
annoyance that can be caused to other users
of the site.
Open fires are not allowed.
Awnings and Tents
Awnings and tents should only be used when
permission has been obtained.
When on grass and staying for more than a
fewdays,thegroundsheetand/orsideapsof
awnings should be periodically raised in order
to avoid damage to the ground.
Departure
Leave the pitch clean and tidy.
On leaving, check out with reception paying the
required fees.
WILD CAMPING
Camping away from licensed sites, without the
permission from the land owner or his agents,
is not allowed in the United Kingdom.
When permission has been granted, all aspects
of this Code should be adhered to.
On no account should:
(a) Litter be disposed of other than in the
receptacles provided.
(b) Water be allowed to escape from the
vehicle.
(c) Chemical toilets be emptied except into the
disposal places agreed with the land owner.
(d) Washing or similar be hung outside
the vehicle.
PARKING
Motorhomesshouldonlybeparkedin
approved places.
When using the facilities of a motorhome, care
and consideration should be given to those
around them.
DRIVING
Beforemovingoff,elevatedrooightsand
aerials should be lowered and correctly
secured, and top hinged windows closed.
Likewise all doors and access lockers for
gas containers and chemical toilets must be
properly secured.
Exterior steps should be properly retracted
and secured.
When the vehicle is in motion it is compulsory
for all front seat passengers and rear seat
passengers to wear seat belts, where fitted.
When using a motorhome on either the public
highway or private roads the Highway Code
should be complied with and full consideration
given to other road users.
In the event of a motorhome travelling slowly the
driver of the motorhome should, where possible,
pull over in order to let other traffic pass.
When travelling, refuelling or on a ferry
ensure the gas system is fully isolated
at source.
CODE OF CONDUCT
CAMP SITES
Arrivals
Reporttoreceptionimmediatelyonarrival.
Vehicle Movement
Keep to roadways unless otherwise directed.
Adheretospeedlimits.Notethattheseare
generally10mph.(Rememberthatthestopping
distance on grass is considerably greater than
on tarmac.)
Only a person in possession of a current driving
licence may drive on the site.
Park correctly as advised on your pitch. Where
possible leave 20 feet of free space around
your vehicle.
Use of Site Appliances
Use the electrical mains hook-up in the correct
manner and with caution.
Ensure that all fresh water taps/connections are
turned off after use.
Have care and consideration when using all
facilities (toilets and showers etc) and leave clean
and tidy. Young children should be supervised.
Waste Disposal
If the vehicle is not fitted with a waste water
tank, a suitable receptacle should be placed
below all waste water outlet pipes. Do not let
thesecontainersoverow.
Dispose of all waste water where instructed.
Emptyefuentfromchemicaltoilets
where instructed.
To avoid possible damage to sewage
purification works, only approved chemical
uidsmustbeused.Undernocircumstances
shouldcoaltar,phenolorcaustic-baseduids
be used.
Disposable napkins and similar bulky items
must not be put into chemical closet emptying
points but should be wrapped in a polythene
bag and placed in the container provided.
Place all litter in containers marked for
the purpose.
Noise
Do not make excessive noise.
Children should be restrained from making
excessive noise.
Flying kites and model aircraft and the use of
items like catapults or air-guns, as well as ball
games, should not be permitted among, or
close to other vehicles.
Musicalinstruments,recordplayers,radios
and televisions should not be used to the
inconvenience of other people on the site.
Open and close doors quietly.
Power generators must be adequately silenced
and used with consideration.
Dogs and other Pets
All dogs and other pets should be kept
under control.
Unless permission has been granted, no animal
should be allowed loose on the site and leads
must not exceed 10ft.
Noanimalsshouldbeallowedintheshower/
toilet blocks.
Do not let dogs foul the site.
Fire Precautions
Adhere to and take note of fire precautions
noting the whereabouts of the fire points.
WARNING: Provide one dry powder
fire extinguisher of an approved type
or complying with EN3, of at least 1kg
capacity, by the main exterior door and a
fire blanket next to the cooker.
Familiarise yourself with the operating
instructions on your fire extinguisher and
the local fire precaution arrangements.

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HANDBOOKS (CHASSIS & CONVERTER)
Beforeusingamotorhomeallaspectsof
the handbooks, produced by the chassis
manufacturer and the converter, must be read
and adhered to.
The separate chassis manufacturer handbook
refers to your motorhome chassis and base
vehicle including care and maintenance.
ENVIRONMENT
Care and consideration should be taken to
protect the environment.
Observe the Country and Coastal Codes.
THE COUNTRY CODE
Enjoy the countryside but respect its life
and work.
Morepeoplethaneverbeforeareexploring
the countryside, interested in farming, plant
life, bird watching or just observing the general
wildlife. Whatever your interest, there is a lot to
learn, but please observe the following code:
1. Guard against all risk of fires. Hay and
heathland catch alight easily and once
ablaze are very difficult to put out.
REMEMBER: FIRE SPREADS QUICKLY.
2. Fasten all gates.
3. Keep your dog under proper control.
4. Keep to the paths across farm land.
5. Avoid damaging fences, hedges and walls.
6. Leave no litter.
7. Safeguard water supplies.
8. Protect wildlife, wild plants and trees.
9. Go carefully on country roads.
10.Respectthelifeofthecountryside.
THE COASTAL CODE
As our coastlines are increasingly used
for recreation and education, the following
suggestions are made to enable us to enjoy our
inheritance and preserve it for posterity.
Disturbance may mean DEATH.
DONOTtrampleabout,ormove
rocks unnecessarily.
DONOTfrightensealsorseabirds.
DONOTspilldetergents,solventsorfuelfrom
boats as these can kill marine life.
When sailing, moderate your speed - the wash
from a fast boat can destroy banks and nests.
Live molluscs and crustaceans need not be
collected as souvenirs - dead shells can usually
be found.
Shellfish can take years to grow and fines can be
imposed for not observing national regulations.
DONOTpullupseaweedsunnecessarily.
Makeyourvisitinstructive-notdestructive.
Look at material - don’t remove it. Take notes
and photographs, not specimens.
Observe by-laws and be considerate to others.
NationalTrustpropertyandCountryParkshave
regulations to protect the wildlife. Follow these
and the Country and Coastal Codes.

PREPARING FOR
THE ROAD
Before moving off ........................................... 14
Motorhome terms........................................... 14
Loading of vehicle .......................................... 15
Tyres ..................................................... 15
Dedicated travelling passenger seating......................... 16
Three point seat belts ....................................... 16
Driving licence ............................................. 17
Vehicle classifications ....................................... 17
Advice on towing ........................................... 17

Preparing for the road
14
Preparing for the road
15
Nose weight:
The static mass of the trailer towing device on
the rear of the towing vehicle.
Notes:
(i) When measuring the noseweight it is
important that the trailer is loaded.
(ii) The trailer is intended to be towed slightly
nose heavy. The nose weight can be
adjusted by distribution of the load. The
nose weight should be approximately 7%
of the actual laden weight (but not greater
than the hitch capacity) and at the same
time suit the motorhome requirements.
See ‘Advice on Towing’ page 20.
LOADING OF VEHICLE
WARNING: Loads must not be exceeded.
The driver is responsible for arranging
the loads so that they comply with the
technical weight limits of the specific
motorhome model.
See specification handbook.
Correct weight distribution is an important factor
in ensuring your vehicle is well balanced and
easy to drive. It is therefore necessary to load
your motorhome carefully making sure all heavy
articles are evenly distributed and are preferably
placed in the lower lockers or bed boxes.
WARNING: The two longitudinal bars
fitted to the roof are there for styling
purposes only and should not be used
for load carrying.
WARNING: Do not travel with televisions
or microwaves in overhead lockers unless
the appliance was supplied fitted to your
motorhome by the manufacturer.
Although it is essential to ensure that the total
weight of your motorhome does not exceed the
stipulatedMaximumTechnicallyPermissible
LadenMass,(MTPLM),itisimportantto
remember that the front and rear axles also
have individual maximum weights which must
not be exceeded.
To ensure adequate road holding the load
on the front axle, under all conditions,
must not be less than 40% or more than
70% of the total weight.
Ensure you distribute the payload equally on
each side of the vehicle to avoid an imbalance.
Theseweights,togetherwiththeMTPLM,can
befoundontheVIN(VehicleIdentication
Number)platelocatedunderthebonnetonthe
front cross member.
Warning: Turn off all gas appliances while
the vehicle is in motion.
If an en-route heating system is fitted
isolate all appliances except the heater.
WARNING: Walking on the roof is
not recommended!
Please take care to ensure you have allowed for
the masses of all the items you intend to carry
in your motorhome e.g. passengers, optional
equipment, essential habitational equipment and
personal effects such as clothing, food, pets,
bicycles, sailboards, sports equipment etc.
TYRES
General instructions if a tyre is punctured
Wheel changing and correct use of the jack and
spare wheel calls for some precautions.
Alert other drivers that the motorhome is
stationary in compliance with the regulations in
force: hazard warning lights, warning triangle
etc. Passengers on board should leave the
motorhome especially if fully laden. Passengers
should keep well clear of on coming traffic
whilst the wheel is being changed. Ensure the
handbrake is fully engaged.
The spare wheel supplied is specific to your
motorhome, do not use it on other models
or use the spare wheel of other models on
your motorhome. Wheel bolts are also specific
BEFORE MOVING OFF
Check:
- gas cylinders and all gas operated
appliances have been isolated, including
fridge, water heater, oven and space heater.
Note: If LPG en-route heating is installed
isolate the oven/hob and stand alone
water heater.
- gas cylinders are correctly positioned,
secured and turned off unless using
en-route heating.
- loose articles including luton ladder are
stowed securely. Do not stow tins, bottles
or heavy items in overhead lockers.
- all lockers and cupboard doors are closed
and secured.
- main table is stored or locked in its
transit position.
- fridgeison12Voperationanddoorlock
is set.
- 230Vmainsinputsocketapis
securely closed.
- all drain taps are closed.
- tyre pressures and wheel nuts.
- rear corner steadies are raised.
- exterior roof rack ladder is raised and secured.
- allwindows/doors/rooightsareclosed
and secured.
- TVaerialisloweredandlockedintoposition.
- exterior step (where fitted) is
retracted/folded in.
Special attention must be taken to ensure all
top hinged windows as well as windows and
rooightsareclosedwhenintransit.
All units should be fully closed and latched to
prevent damage.
MOTORHOME TERMS
Mass in Running Order:
This is the mass of the motorhome as stated by
the manufacturer, i.e. ex works weight including
the driver with 90% fuel / fresh water / gas
capacity and standard fixtures and fittings, in
compliance with European Directive 92/21/EEC
(MassesandDimensions).
Note:QuotedMROissubjecttotolerance,
due to weight variation of materials used in
Motorhomeconstruction.
Maximum User Payload:
The maximum allowable weight to be put into
the motorhome whilst it is being driven. This is
made up of 4 sections:
Personal effects, conventional load, optional
equipment and essential habitation equipment.
TheMaximumUserPayloadisthedifference
betweentheMaximumTechnicallyPermissible
LadenMassandtheMassinRunningOrder.
Personal Effects:
Those items which a user can choose to
carry in a motorhome and which are not
included as Essential Habitation Equipment
or Optional equipment.
Conventional Load:
A mass allowance for each designated
passenger seat.
Optional Equipment:
Items made available by the manufacturer
over and above the standard specification
of the motorhome.
Essential Habitation:
A mass allowance for liquids in systems not
accountedforwithintheMRO.
Maximum Technically Permissible
Laden Mass:
The maximum weight for which the motorhome
is designed for normal use when being driven
on a road, laden.
This mass takes into account specific operating
conditions including factors such as the strength
of materials, loading capacity of tyres etc.
WARNING: Under no circumstances should
the Maximum Technically Permissible Laden
Mass of this motorhome be exceeded.

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Releasing the seat belt:
Press the red release button, the tongue will be
ejected from the buckle.
- The belt is designed for use by one person
and must not be put around a child seated
on a person’s lap.
- The belt is suitable for restraining most
child seats and boosters.
- The belt should at all times be adjusted and
used in accordance with the instructions.
Noexcessiveslacknessshouldbepresent.
- Once installed the diagonal should pass
across the centre of the shoulder and the
buckle should lie just on or below the hip.
- Avoid twisting the webbing during use.
Webbing must not be allowed to chafe
against sharp edges.
- Do not make alterations or additions to
the belt.
- Beltsthathavebeencut,frayed,damaged
or stressed through impact should be
replaced. After impact the motorhome
anchorage points should also be checked.
- To clean use warm soapy water only.
- Periodic inspection of the installation will
ensure reliability of the seat belt.
DRIVING LICENCE
Licences issued to drivers who passed their
car driving test before 1st January 1997 include
categoriesB+EandC1+Ewhichgivesthem
entitlement to drive motor vehicles up to
7500kgMTPLM.
Drivers who passed their test on or after this
datehavecategoryBentitlementonly,which
restricts the entitlement to motor vehicles
withupto8passengerseatsandanMTPLM
of up to 3500kg with trailers up to 750kg
MTPLM(4250kgcombined)orlargertrailers
providing the combination of the trailer and
towing vehicle does not exceed 3500kg and
theMTPLMofthetrailerdoesnotexceedthe
unladen weight of the towing vehicle.
Drivers who passed their test on or after the 1st
January 1997 will need to take an additional
test(s)togaintheB+EandC1+Eentitlement.
A number of Swift Group motorhomes have
anMTPLMgreaterthan3500kg,therefore
you must check you have the driving licence
entitlement for the vehicle you drive.
VEHICLE CLASSIFICATIONS
Motorhomesupto3500kgMTPLMareP/LGV
(PrivateLightGoodsVehicles),motorhomeswith
anMTPLMover3500kgandupto7500kgareP/
HGV(PrivateHeavyGoodsVehicles).Theseare
usedindeningMOTclassicationsandvehicle
excise duty (road tax) classifications.
ADVICE ON TOWING
The rear step must be removed before fitting
a towbar.
The towing capability of each motorhome
differs depending on the specific chassis and
engine types, (see ‘Towing Capabilities’ in your
specification handbook).
This takes account of the maximum front and
rear axle loadings as well as the minimum
frontaxleloadingintwoconditions,MROand
MTPLMcondition.
Towing in these, and any other condition
requires sensible loading and distribution of
payloads to ensure the requirements of the
towing capability table are met.
When towing, the demands on both the
vehicle and driver increase. A trailer reduces
manoeuvrability, the ability to climb hills,
acceleration and braking capacity and makes
the vehicle handle and corner differently.
It will also increase the fuel consumption of
the vehicle.
Always brake in good time. Special care must
be taken when descending gradients. Change
down before going down a steep hill so the
do not use it on other models or use the spare
wheel of other models on your motorhome.
The jack should only be used for changing
a wheel on the motorhome with which it is
provided. In no case should it be used for repairs
under the motorhome. Incorrect positioning of
the jack may cause the jacked motorhome to fall.
Have the punctured wheel repaired and refitted
as soon as possible. Do not grease the threads
of bolts before installing them: they may slip out.
Fasten the wheel cap correctly to prevent
thewheelfromcomingfreeinmotion.Never
tamperwiththeinationvalve.Neverplace
tools between the rim and tyre. Ensure that all
tyres have the correct pressure.
If a wheel or tyre fitted to a wheel is changed
any replacement must be of the same type of
construction and size.
The law requires that the tyres and pressures
must be suitable for the use to which they
are being put. The minimum tread depth
must be 1.6mm throughout a continuous
band comprising the centre three-quarters
of the breadth of the tread and around the
circumference of the tyre.
Please refer to the wheel replacement section
in the FIAT user handbook for specific detail
including illustrations and tyre pressure
information. This may also be displayed
adjacent to the driver’s door.
DEDICATED TRAVELLING
PASSENGER SEATING
Seat belts are fitted to all travelling seats.
Travelling seats are designated by the
manufacturer and vary according to the layout
you have purchased. Each seat is homologated
i.e. tested to all relevant safety requirements.
NEVERtravelinorattempttoinstallaseatbelt
to a non-designated seat.
WARNING: Side facing seats are designed
for habitational use only, not for use when
the vehicle is in motion.
Seat belts and legislation
Designated driver and passenger seats are
ttedwithseatbeltsandMUSTbeworn.
Children, aged up to 3 years of age, must wear
an appropriate child restraint suitable for their
age and weight. Children from 3 years of age
and up to 135cm (4’5”) in height, or 12 years
of age, whichever is reached first must use a
restraint suitable for their age.
Children over 135cm (4’5”) in height or aged 12
or 13 years must wear a seat belt.
Fig 1
Note:Itisthelegalresponsibilityofthedriver
To ensure children aged up to 14 years old are
suitably restrained.
For passengers aged 14 and over, it is their
responsibility (not the driver) that a seat belt
is worn.
Designated passenger seats within the
habitational compartment of your motorhome
are identified (fig. 1).
Seat belts are fitted for your safety and must
be worn unless a ‘Certificate of Exemption from
CompulsorySeatBeltWearing’isheld.This
Certificate must be produced if asked for by the
Police – seat belt offences can result in a fine.
THREE POINT SEAT BELTS
This section refers to the seat belts located in
the habitation area of your motorhome.
Fastening the seat belt:
Insert tongue into buckle; a positive ‘click’
indicates correct assembly.

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engine can act as a brake. Ensure that the
towing vehicle tyre pressures are correct and
adjusted for full load conditions and that the
trailer tyre pressures are as recommended by
thetrailermanufacturer.Regularlycheckthe
operation of trailer brakes and lights.
For maximum stability, when loading the trailer
ensure that the loads are properly secured during
transit. Position loads so that most of the weight
isplacedclosetotheoorand,wherepossible,
immediately above or close to the axle(s).
Where the load can be divided between trailer
and tow vehicle, loading more weight into the
vehicle will generally improve the stability of the
combination. After loading the trailer, check that
the nose weight and axle loads are in accordance
with the manufacturer’s recommendations,
also check the rear and front axle loads on the
motorhome. When calculating the laden weight
of the trailer, remember to include the weight of
the trailer PLUS THE LOAD.
NOTE: Towing regulations vary from
country to country. It is very important to
ensure that national regulations governing
towing weights and speed limits are
observed (refer to the relevant national
motoring organisation for information).
The stated maximum permissible towing
weights refer to the vehicle’s design
limitations and NOT to any specific
territorial restrictions.
Notes:
i) Do not exceed the motorhome gross
vehicle train weight.
ii) Do not exceed the maximum front & rear
axle loads on the motorhome.
iii) Ensure the motorhome front axle load is
never less than 40% or more than 70% of
the total weight.
iv) MotorhomeswithanMTPLMupto3500kg
which have European Type approval can
only be fitted with a type approved towbar
complying to 94/20/EC.
v) The limit for towing an un-braked trailer
is750kg(basedonVINplatenotactual
weight), this applies to a towed car.
vi) AcardollywithacarwithaGVWover
750kg in place is considered as two trailers,
these are legal for use for recovery but
undertheRoadTrafcRegulationsAct
1984 the combination is limited to 40 mph
on motorways and dual carriageways
and 20 mph elsewhere. A car dolly is not
legal for transportation (there is a very
specific difference between recovery and
transportation.Recoveryisdenedasthe
removal of a broken down vehicle to a
place of safety).
vii) The maximum permitted vehicle
combination length is 18.75m, however
any combination must ensure compliance
with the turning circle requirements of
Construction and Use regulations 1986 &
97/27/EC.

‘EN ROUTE’ Panel van spare wheel detail.................................. 20

‘En route’
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PANEL VAN SPARE WHEEL DETAIL
Please refer to the Fiat handbook.

SAFETY &
SECURITY
Fire ....................................................... 22
Carbon monoxide alarm ..................................... 23
Ventilation ................................................. 24
Escape paths .............................................. 24
Children ................................................... 24
Security ................................................... 24

Safety & security
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Safety & security
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WARNING: Ensure that batteries are
correctly installed. Positive terminal to
positive contact (marked +), negative
terminal to negative contact. Reversing
a battery in its compartment will
immediately drain the battery and could
damage the smoke alarm.
Warning: The electronic test button
provides a full test of the unit’s
functionality. DO NOT try to test the alarm
with a naked flame, as this may present a
potential fire hazard.
WARNING: Never use portable cooking
or heating equipment other than electric
heaters that are not of the direct radiant
type, as it is a fire and asphyxiation
hazard.
WARNING: Appliances such as cookers
must not be used for heating.
CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM
WHERE A CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM
HAS BEEN FITTED, READ THE FULL USER
INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED WITH THE UNIT
AS USER INSTRUCTIONS VARY.
What to do if the alarm sounds
If the alarm sounds:
Call the emergency services.
Immediately move to fresh air-outdoors or by
an open door/ window. Do a head count to
check that all persons are accounted for? Do
not re-enter the nor move away from the open
door/ window until the emergency services
have arrived and the vehicle has been aired out.
The alarm returns to its normal condition.
NeverrestartthesourceofaCOproblemuntil
it has been fixed.
Never ignore the alarm. Never remove
the battery without replacing. CO alarms
deteriate with age and must be replaced
no later than every 5 years.
Carbon monoxide
Knownasthesilentkiller,CarbonMonoxideis
an invisible, odourless and tasteless gas.
What are the symptoms of carbon
monoxide poisoning?
Early symptoms of carbon monoxide (CO)
poisoning can mimic many common ailments
andmayeasilybeconfusedwithuor
simple tiredness. Symptoms to look out for
include: tiredness, drowsiness, headaches,
giddiness, nausea, vomiting, pains in the
chest, breathlessness, stomach pains, erratic
behavior, visual problems.
Anyone with these symptoms should
immediately turn off all appliances and
seek medical attention.
Maintainance
The alarm should be cleaned using a vacuum
orsoftbrush.Nodetergentsshouldbeusedto
clean the casing
Fire Extinguisher
It is recommended that a 1kg (2lb) minimum
capacity dry powder fire extinguisher complying
with the requirements of ISO 7165 be carried
inside your motorhome at all times and a fire
blanket be kept next to the cooker.
When using a dry powder extinguisher it is
suggested that the caravan be evacuated until
the powder has settled, to avoid inhalation.
A fat pan fire should not have a fire extinguisher
aimed at it. It should be smothered with a
fire blanket.
FIRE
Important: Your attention is drawn to
the notice affixed inside the motorhome
advising on fire precaution, ventilation and
what to do in case of fire.
IN CASE OF FIRE
1. Get everyone out of the motorhome as
quickly as possible using whichever exit is
quickest including windows. Do not stop to
collect any personal items.
2. Turn off gas supply valve, if safe to do so.
3. Disconnect the mains electricity supply if
safe to do so.
4. Raisethealarm.CalltheFireBrigade.
5. Attack the fire if safe to do so.
SMOKE ALARM
ThisisapprovedbyTheNationalCaravan
Council.TheNCCrequiresthatallnewvehicles
sold by its members are fitted with a smoke
alarm featuring an alarm silence facility.
Maintenance
Test the smoke alarm every week, e.g. when
doing the vacuuming, by pressing the test
button for at least 10 seconds. The alarm signal
is a penetrating, rapidly pulsating signal. The
alarm sounds as long as the test button is
pressed or there is smoke in the detector. When
the alarm goes off, always check carefully to
see that there is no fire and never remove the
battery from the alarm except when changing it!
Always test the alarm immediately after a long
period of absence. Under the test button, there
is a red control lamp which twinkles once a
minute. This shows that the battery is correctly
connected. If the alarm does not sound when
testing, the battery must be replaced. The
alarm should be dusted and cleaned regularly
with a slightly damp cloth. In connection with
annual battery change or when required,
e.g. false alarm, clean and vacuum the alarm
carefully using a soft brush.
Test button
Removing and Replacing the Alarm
Carefully twist the alarm anti-clockwise.
Replaceasdiagramabove.
Battery Replacement
The battery lasts approximately one year.
About a month before the battery is completely
at,thealarmemitsashortsignaloncea
minute, this is the signal that the battery needs
changing. The alarm works as normal during
this time.
Thebatteryshouldbe9VoltbatteriesGP
1604,S,A,Eveready522,216,DuracellMN1604.
Always test the alarm after changing the battery.