Opus OFC195C User guide

OWNER’S HANDBOOK
Model No. OFC195C
OFC195C-UM-0517-Rev.B

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Specifications
Part Reference
Hitching, Unhitching & Safe Towing
Setting Up your OPUS®Camper
Setting Up the Additional Bed
Water System
Gas System
Electrical System
Packing down your OPUS®Camper
Sun Canopy (Optional Extra)
Roof Load Carrying
Storage, Maintenance
& Spare Wheel Carrier (Optional Extra)
Troubleshooting
CONTENTS.
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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN).
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PURPLE LINE LTD
kg
kg
kg
MASS ALLOWED ON JOCKEY WHEEL
MASS ON AXLE
TYPE APPROVAL NUMBER
VIN NUMBER
MTPLM*
ABOUT YOUR VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
Every OPUS®has a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The VIN Plate can be found on the exterior
of your OPUS®to the left of the door. We recommend making a note of your VIN in the template
below. This will be required by insurance companies.
*Maximum Technical Permissible Laden Mass.

DIMENSIONS
Overall Length (closed) inc. drawbar
Overall Width
Internal Length (main body section)
Internal Width (main body section)
Towing Height
Wheels (standard)
Overall Length (erected)
Overall Height (erected)
Interior Height (max)
Bed Size 1
Bed Size 2
Additional Bed (lounge area)
Sun Canopy Width (optional)
Sun Canopy Depth (optional)
Full Awning Width (optional)
Full Awning Depth (optional)
WEIGHTS
MIRO (mass in running order)
MTPLM (maximum technical permissible laden mass)
MTPLM - 800kg = User Payload
416cm
195cm
283cm
188cm
117cm
175/65 R14
580cm
275cm
244cm
190 x 140cm
190 x 140cm
188 x 122cm
Approx. 300 cm
Approx. 145 cm
620cm
240cm
800kg
Refer to VIN plate
SPECIFICATIONS.
195cm 416cm
117cm
580cm
275cm
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Bed Tray 1
Sink Unit
Fan Heater (230v)
Gas Hob Unit
Bed Tray 2
Bed Tray Support Legs
Table
Top Opening Fridge position
Hitch Coupling
Handbrake
Jockey Wheel
Water/Waste Carriers
Gas Locker
Grab Handles
PARTS REFERENCE.
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Roof Bar Fitment Rails
Upper Bed Support Brackets
Front Market Lights
Rear Light Clusters
Battery Storage Locker & Mains Electricity Hook-Up
Hoop Pole 1
Hoop Pole 2
Hoop Pole 3
Hoop Pole 4
Hoop Pole 5
Hoop Pole 6
Hoop Pole 7
Bed Tray Support Leg Storage
Vehicle Identification Number Plate
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ABOUT YOUR COUPLING
The OPUS®comes as standard with a pressed steel coupling suitable for all standard 50mm
tow ball fittings.
If your OPUS®Camper has the optional Winterhoff 3000 or iSC stabiliser hitching coupling then your
tow vehicle should be fitted with either an extended neck flange tow ball or any form of detachable
‘swan-neck’ tow ball would be suitable.
IMPORTANT! ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REGARDING SAFE USE AND STABILISING
FUNCTION OF THE COUPLING MUST BE ADHERED TO.
If you have a locking coupling it must be unlocked to enable
hitching and unhitching of the Camper. A security ball is
provided for securing the Camper when unhitched from a
tow vehicle.
The Full Stop Saracen Hitch Lock (optional extra) will provide
additional security to your Camper).
ABOUT YOUR PLUG
The OPUS®is fitted with a 13-pin plug that connects all the
exterior trailer lighting as well as the connections that
enable the leisure battery of the OPUS® to be charged by
your vehicle whilst in transit. This connection also allows the
fridge (optional extra) to operate a cooling function whilst
towing using the 12v socket in the cupboard directly
underneath the fridge, which is wired directly to the 13-pin
plug, bypassing the Camper’s 12v electrical circuit.
HITCHING, UNHITCHING & SAFE TOWING.
STANDARD COUPLING OPTIONAL LOCKING COUPLING iSC/WS3000 STABILIZER COUPLING
OPTIONAL HITCH LOCK
13-PIN PLUG
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SOCKET ADAPTER
COUPLING POSITION
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A standard black 7-pin socket on your tow vehicle will be suitable
to operate the essential running lights by using an adapter that
converts the 13-pin plug into a 7-pin type.
However to utilise the features of the 13-pin plug then your vehicle
should be fitted with ‘twin’ electrics. These comprise of a black
7-pin and a grey 7-pin socket; an adapter will be required that
connects the 13-pin plug of the OPUS® to the twin sockets on
your vehicle. Of course, your vehicle may already have one single
13-pin socket that does not require any form of adapter and is
the ideal method of connection.
ABOUT HITCHING
1. When hitching the OPUS®Camper to your vehicles tow ball you must ensure that someone is
close to the handbrake in order to maintain control of the trailer, particularly when manoeuvring
on a slope.
2. Steadily guide the coupling of the OPUS®to the vehicles tow
ball. If necessary, raise the front of the OPUS®so that the coupling
is higher than the tow ball by turning the handle on the jockey
wheel.
Note: Please refer to the seperate BPW guide to the jockey wheel
fitted to your OPUS®for safe and correct usage.
The frame of the Camper is designed to aid pushing/handling of
the trailer comfortably. The grab handles may be used to aid
manoeuvring but MUST NEVER be used to pull the full weight
of the Camper.
3. Position the coupling over the tow ball and lower it by turning the jockey wheel handle and, at
the same time lifting the coupling handle up. When fully engaged onto the ball you will be able to
release the coupling handle.
If you have a locking coupling the coupling will need to be unlocked and the security ball removed
to perform the step above.
If your trailer is fitted with a stabiliser coupling ensure the handle is engaged into the correct
position to use the stabilising feature. The tow ball may also need to be inspected to ensure the
stabiliser pad has an adequate grip on the tow ball.
Note: Full instructions on the Winterhoff WS3000/iSC coupling are supplied in a separate manual;
please reference the correct and safe use and retain for future reference.
4. Fit the breakaway cable around the neck of the tow ball or through a suitable aperture on the
tow bar itself. Ensure it doesn’t foul on the coupling or any other nearby objects such as the trailer
lighting cable.
5. Raise the jockey wheel by turning the handle on the top until the wheel engages into the cut
grooves on either side of the tube.

6. Loosen the jockey wheel clamp by turning the handle anti-clockwise and pull the jockey wheel
up to provide the maximum ground clearance ensuring the wheel is pointing towards the rear of
the OPUS®. Tighten the jockey wheel clamp.
7. Connect the 13-pin plug into the socket (using adapter if required) on your tow vehicle.
8. Release the handbrake if still engaged.
9. Before any journey you must check that all the trailer lights are functioning correctly.
Check front marker lights, sidelights, brake lights, and both directional indicators. If you are using
either a 13-pin plug to 13-pin socket, or a 13-pin plug to twin 7-pin plugs you should also check
the reversing light and fog lights.
ABOUT UNHITCHING
Engage the handbrake. Release and secure the jockey wheel and tube to a lower position, wind
the jockey wheel down until it touches the floor and starts to support the weight of the Camper.
Some weight relief on the tow ball will be observed. The handle of the coupling can be lifted to
release the coupling from the tow ball. Continue to wind the jockey wheel until the coupling is
clear of the tow ball. Then disconnect the 13-pin plug and the breakaway cable.
When you are ready disengage the handbrake; the trailer can now be manoeuvred separately
from the tow vehicle.
LOAD CARRYING
It is the responsibility of the driver of the tow vehicle to ensure that any loads, such as bicycles,
roof boxes, kayaks, etc. are suitably secure prior to transit.
The Maximum Technically Permissible Laden Mass (MTPLM) must not be exceeded under any
circumstances.
SENSIBLE LOADING
Items loaded onto the top of the OPUS®should be mounted so that the heaviest items are towards
the front of the Camper.
LIFT THE COUPLING HANDLE RAISE THE JOCKEY WHEEL
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The OPUS®will accept suitable/recommended roof bars that are designed to fit onto longitudinal
roof rails. Ensure that any roof bar is securely fitted onto the square aluminium ribs on top of the
Camper. The lip of the roof bar foot must be located underneath the channel and then securely
clamped onto the square roof ribs.
If only one set of roof bars are installed then the load should be situated on the front bed tray lid,
where possible. If a roof box is fitted it should be mounted on the rear bed tray lid so that it can
remain in position when the camper is opened out. Ensure that the weight and balance of the
trailer loading is maintained when using a roof box on the rear of the trailer to avoid adverse
effect on the handling of the trailer. Always ensure you do not exceed the maximum loading
capacity of any carrier, roof box or the roof bars. Further information on Roof Load Carrying can
be found on Pages 31 & 32.
TOWING
The driver of the tow vehicle must ensure that their Driving Licence is valid for towing the OPUS®
Camper. Please refer to the following website address for reference:
www.gov.uk/towing-with-car
It is highly recommended, particularly if you are not experienced in towing that you adhere to any
applicable laws for the country in which you are driving. Many guides are available from leading
associations and should be studied before you embark:
The Camping and Caravanning Club
www.campingandcaravanningclub.co.uk
0845 130 7631
National Trailer & Towing Association
www.ntta.co.uk
01909 512555
The AA
www.theaa.com
ROOF BAR FITTING SENSIBLE LOADING
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MEDIUM HEAVY

SETTING UP YOUR OPUS®CAMPER.
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ENGAGE HANDBRAKE WIND DOWN CORNER STEADY CORNER STEADY DOWN
REMOVE THE D-PIN TO RELEASE LEG SECURE BASE OF LEG WITH D-PIN REST BED LEGS ON THE GROUND
1. 2.1
INITIAL STEPS
1. Once you have positioned your OPUS®in the desired location then you must engage the handbrake.
IMPORTANT! DO NOT ENTER THE OPUS®UNTIL THE CORNER STEADIES HAVE BEEN
LOWERED IN THE CORRECT POSITION.
2. Raise or lower the jockey wheel to level your OPUS®lengthways. Using the included corner
steady winder (or cordless drill/driver with a 19mm hex socket attachment) wind down each
corner steady leg until it touches the ground. Depending on the terrain, you may need to adjust
each corner to level the OPUS®widthways. KoPads (corner steady feet) are available as an
accessory that clip onto the base of each corner steady to spread the load of the leg and enable
a sure footing, reducing the risk of sinking into softer ground.
3. Once satisfied that the OPUS®is stable and level, you need to fit the four bed tray support legs.
The legs are interchangeable and any leg can be fitted to any of the brackets. The legs are stored
in each corner within the steel frame and are accessible by unclipping the D-pin clip and sliding
them out.
Each leg has a retained pull pin on one end; the end without the pull pin should be inserted into
the lower bracket on the frame of the Camper. The D-pin is then used to secure the leg onto the
bracket. Insert the pin through the bracket and leg holes and secure it with the clip. For the
moment the other end of the bed leg can rest on the ground. Repeat this procedure for the three
remaining legs.
4. If applicable unstrap your water and waste carriers and place them beneath the trailer near their
respective outlets. Also, access the gas locker and turn on the gas bottle if applicable.
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5. Release the four clamps that secure the lids of the OPUS®.
6. Open the front lid through 180°, gas struts are fitted to aid the process and support the weight
of the lid at this stage.
7. Open the rear lid through 180°.
8. At this stage walk around the OPUS®and inspect the tent to ensure that the canvas is properly
located within the aluminium channels and that no part of the tent is caught or snagged.
9. Lift up the ends of each bed support leg into the corresponding bracket on the now unfolded
lids, line up the holes and insert the pull pin. Ensure all pins are fully inserted. You may find it
easier to move the lid during this process to aid aligning the holes.
10. Fit each corner of the canvas over the corner of each bed tray, the seam on the canvas should
line up with each corner of the bed lid.
UNSTRAP WATER & WASTE CARRIERS POSITION CARRIERS TURN ON THE GAS
RELEASE THE CLAMPS OPEN ALL FOUR CLAMPS
OPEN FRONT LID OPEN REAR LID EXTERNAL TENT INSPECTION
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IMPORTANT! OPEN THE DOOR FULLY AND ‘LOCK’ IN TO THE PLASTIC RETAINING CLIP
AGAINST THE TRAILER. DO NOT USE THE DOOR AS AN AID FOR ENTERING OR EXITING
AS THIS COULD EVENTUALLY COMPROMISE THE DOOR SEAL.
11. At this point, especially if this is your first time at opening the Camper please note how the
interior has been packed away to enable the lids of the Camper to be closed ready for transit and
storage. It may be useful for you to take a photograph of the packed down interior to help ensure
you get the OPUS®packed down correctly and efficiently.
TENT TENSIONING
IMPORTANT! PLEASE ENSURE THE DOOR AND WINDOWS ARE CLOSED BEFORE
TENSIONING THE TENT.
1. Enter the OPUS® and lift up, through 90° hoop pole 4 (Page 4. No.23) towards the front of the
Camper. The base of the pole is retained by brackets on the worktop that allows the pole to pivot
into position.
2. Secure the top of the pole to the canvas using two wrap-around hook and loop velcro tabs.
3. Release the pole clamps, one on each side by lifting up the lever.
4. Extend each side of the pole incrementally, switching sides with each increment to allow for
smooth and even extension of the pole.
The apex of the pole’s hoop should line up with the centre of the central seam of the tent roof
when extended. This step can be done with both sides extended simultaneously if two or more
people are setting up the Camper.
Finally secure the pole with the two side wrap-around hook and loop velcro tabs.
5. If you haven’t done so already lift the gas hob unit and the sink unit onto the kitchen base
platform to clear floor space. (Page3. No.2&4)
SECURE TOP OF LEG WITH PULL PIN PLACE CANVAS OVER CORNERS INTERIOR PACKED DOWN
LIFT UP HOOP POLE 4 (CENTRE) SECURE THE CENTRE VELCRO TABS RELEASE POLE CLAMPS
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6. If you haven’t done so already, the top-loading fridge can now be placed on top of the unit next
to the door to clear floor space. (Page3. No.8)
7. The front bed section of the OPUS®now needs erecting (hitch end of the Camper). Hoop poles
1, 2 and 3 (Page 4. No.20,21,22) now need extending in order to tension the tent.
Release the six pole clamp levers on the three poles (three clamps on either side).
The three hoop poles can now be extended by sliding out each side of the poles evenly before
locking them into position using the clamps.
8. Visually check the tent poles and canvas to ensure the poles have been extended evenly, adjust
the necessary poles by extension or retraction to achieve evenness and symmetry of the tent.
Once the poles have been fully extended, wrap the remainder of the hook and loop velcro tabs
around the poles.
9. The inner tent clips can now be clipped onto poles 1,2 and 3 in the corresponding places.
10. A roof ridge pole is supplied which can be fitted between the central hoop pole and the first
rear bed area pole - hoop pole 4 and 5 (Page 4. No.23,24)
Fit the ridge pole to the hoop poles using the C clips either end of the ridge pole, the pole can be
extended as required to provide the required tension and locked into place using the pole clamp.
The use of this pole is optional and may only be necessary in rain or inclement weather as it aids
water run-off and increases tent strength.
11. Walking around the Camper the elastic bungee that is within the tent can now be fitted over
the corresponding button cleats. The tent should now be fully tensioned.
MIDDLE POLE FULLY EXTENDED POSITION HOB AND SINK UNITS POSTION FRIDGE ONTO UNIT
EXTEND HOOP POLES 1,2 & 3 EXTERNAL VISUAL CHECK SECURE VELCRO TABS
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SETTING UP THE KITCHEN AREA
1. Position the hob unit (Page 3. No.4) onto the kitchen base unit so that the unit sits either side
of the two clips built into the base platform. Secure the unit to the platform using the clips.
2. Position the sink unit (Page 3. No.2) onto the kitchen base unit so that the left hand side is
against the front wall of the Camper; the cut-out corner of the unit should sit around the tent poles.
3. Locate the lower middle shelf onto the battens on the side of the sink and hob units; there
are small metal studs protruding from the battens to secure this in place, a light pressure maybe
required to properly sit the shelf onto the studs.
4. Fit the top middle shelf section of the kitchen worktop and secure it in the same manner using
the studs.
5. Fit the waste water outlet hose (grey) underneath the sink unit into the waste water aperture
on the kitchen base unit.
SECURE THE INNER TENT CLIPS FITTING THE RIDGE POLE SECURE THE TENT ELASTIC BUNGEE
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COMPLETED KITCHEN SET UP. CLIPS TO SECURE HOB UNIT.
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6. Pull up the fresh water feed pipe (green) from the base unit and connect to the fresh water
hose underneath the sink unit. The connection is made with the aid of a male to male coupler
which can be retained on either side of the connection depending on the side disconnected.
7. Feed the gas hose (orange) underneath the hob unit through the aperture in the top of the
kitchen base unit.
8. Open the front locker door below the cooker unit and connect the gas hose into the gas
coupling. This also serves as the on/off valve.
9. Turn the red gas tap at the connection through 90° to turn on the gas supply to the hob.
IMPORTANT! FOR SAFETY REASONS THE GAS HOSE CANNOT BE DISCONNECTED FROM
THE GAS VALVE WHILST THE GAS SUPPLY IS STILL TURNED ON.
For the initial use of the hob after connecting to the gas supply, it will take a few seconds for the
gas flow to reach the gas hob burner.
10. If applicable, slide the microwave/grill combi oven underneath the gas hob unit and feed the
power cable around the back of the unit to the power socket (or extension lead for convenience).
11. If not already done so position the fridge on the base unit located between the door and the
club lounge. (Page3. No.8)
12. A socket cover aperture is provided in order to feed the mains and 12v cables/plugs through
into the base unit.
Plug the 3-pin mains plug into the mains socket provided in the unit, this can be accessed from the
lift-top locker door.
WASTE PIPE FITTING FRESH WATER FITTING GAS FITTING - ON/OFF
MICROWAVE POSITION FRIDGE POSITION 240v & 12v FOR FRIDGE
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IMPORTANT: THE 12v SOCKET LOCATED INSIDE THIS UNIT ONLY POWERS THE FRIDGE
WHEN IN TRANSIT IF THE TOW VEHICLE IS UTILISING THE 13-PIN (OR TWIN 7-PIN) SOCKETS.
THIS 12v SOCKET IS ONLY POWERED WHILST THE TOW VEHICLE’S ENGINE IS RUNNING
AND DOES NOT OPERATE OR PROVIDE POWER WHEN THE CAMPER IS DISCONNECTED
FROM A RUNNING VEHICLE AND IS ONLY FOR USE AS A FRIDGE SOCKET.
CLUB LOUNGE ASSEMBLY
1. Place the table out of the way to start with - this can be left on either bed.
2. Locate all seat cushions, and then locate the Velcro fitted to each one to help you understand
where each cushion goes. (Two of the cushions will be located in the middle cupboard in the
OPUS®rear seating section. Cushion numbers 4 & 8 as shown in the diagram opposite.)
3. The three seat bases are already in position - cushion numbers 1,2 & 3, fit the seat back with
the Velcro on both sides into the void of the long seat base - cushion number 6.
4. The corner cushions can now be positioned and attached to the rear seat back with the Velcro
- cushion numbers 5 & 7.
5. The other two seat backs should be placed at their respective sides with the Velcro sides facing
towards the rest of the cushions (rear of the Camper) and attached to the corner cushions.
Cushion numbers 4 & 8 from the middle cupboard.
6. Fit the table leg into the aperture located in the floor of the Camper.
7. Locate the table socket on the underside of the table and place it over the top of the table leg.
Firm pressure on the table centre will set the table and table leg securely for use.
The main set-up of the Camper is now complete. The water, gas and electric systems sections
detail the use and function of the individual components.
CLUB LOUNGE/SEATING AREA PACKED DOWN

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SETTING UP THE ADDITIONAL BED.
The seating area inside the OPUS®can be reconfigured to provide an additional bed. Each seat
section is numbered on the back, please see diagrams for reference.
The furniture of the Camper with the inclusion of the table forms the base of the additional bed;
the table is reinforced to provide adequate support for sleeping. Please see the images for
guidance.
1. Firstly positon the table top in the positon shown above to form the base section of the
additional bed.
2. Arrange the cushions as shown above. Cushions 5,6 & 7 are not required for the additonal bed
and can be removed.
3. The two bolster cushions fit into cushion number 2 - where cushion number 6 would usually sit.
Then postion cushion 4 to the far left, followed by cushions 1,3 & 8 to form the bed.
IMPORTANT! REFER TO THE CONDENSATION AND VENTILATION SECTION ON PAGE 38.
CLUB LOUNGE/SEATING AREA ASSEMBLED. CONVERTED TO ADDITIONAL BED.
POSITION TABLE TO FORM BED BASE ARRANGE CUSHIONS COMPLETED SETUP
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WATER SYSTEM.
IMPORTANT! A LEISURE BATTERY OR MAINS HOOK UP CONNECTION IS REQUIRED TO
OPERATE THE WATER PUMP.
1. The OPUS®has been designed to accommodate Fiamma 23L drinking (blue) water container and
waste (grey) water container.
These containers are optional extras; the instructions for the water system will be based on these.
If you haven’t chosen these options or are using alternative carriers, please follow these instructions
in addition to your desired carriers instructions where applicable to set up the water system.
2. To set up the water system, the blue fresh water container should be filled up from a suitable
source then positioned just below the Camper’s water inlet as shown.
3. Lift up the water inlet cover and connect the hose/pump plug into the socket cover as this
retains the plug in position. Insert the submersible 12V pump into the water container ensuring
the opening is protected from debris and unwanted particles by inverting the cap attached to the
pump and fitting it inside the open screw-on ring of the water tank.
4. Position the grey waste water container just below the waste water outlet. Connect the grey
convoluted hose into the outlet on the Camper and the other end into the waste container.
5. To activate the pump, turn on the main power switch and also turn on the pump switch
(marked with a tap symbol and the word ‘RUN’).
WATER & WASTE CARRIERS POSITIONING OF CARRIERS WATER PIPE CONNECTION
1. 2. 3.
WASTE PIPE CONNECTION MAIN & RUN SWITCH ON
4. 5.
PRESSURE/FLOW ADJUSTMENT
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