Possl VANSTER User manual

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Instruction manual
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© 2021 Pössl Freizeit und Sport GmbH, Ainring
Instructi on manual
Congratulations
We congratulate you on your new VANSTER and would like to thank you for choosing this vehicle.
With a VANSTER you always have the right travelling companion for every trip: Whether for a city trip, a short
excursion or your family holidays. The high quality standard and the large variability furthermore enthral. Many
useful details prove to be extremely practical when on the road making your holiday even more relaxed.
Each vehicle is manufactured with great care and the quality is closely checked. This ensures that our products
have a long service life.
This instruction manual deals primarily with the aspect of living in your VANSTER. It will give you all important
information and tips so that you can enjoy all technical advantages of your VANSTER to the full. We have also
included a chapter on maintenance - and thus on the conservation of value.
In addition, you will find the documents on the base vehicle and the various built-in appliances.
For maintenance work or whenever you need some help, please always get in touch with your VANSTER
dealer. They know your caravan best of all and will meet all your requests fast and reliably.
We wish you a lot of fun with your VANSTER, a relaxing holiday and safe driving at all times.

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Instruction manual

Contents
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1Records. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.1 Vehicle document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.2 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.3 Inspection plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1.4 Inspection records. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
1.5 Inspection certificates for electrical ins-
pection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2 Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.1 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.2 Environmental tips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3.1 Fire prevention . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3.1.1 Avoidance of fire risks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3.1.2 Fire-fighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3.1.3 In case of fire. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3.2 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3.3 Road safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.4 Towing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
3.5 Electrical system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
3.6 Water system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
4 Before the journey . . . . . . . . . . . 15
4.1 Payload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
4.1.1 Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
4.1.2 Calculating the payload. . . . . . . . . . . . 16
4.1.3 Loading the vehicle correctly. . . . . . . . 17
4.1.4 Roof load (50 kg). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4.2 Road safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
5 During the journey . . . . . . . . . . . 19
5.1 Driving with the VANSTER . . . . . . . . . 19
5.2 Driving speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
5.3 Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
5.3.1 Using the seat belt correctly . . . . . . . . 20
5.4 Driver's seat and front passenger's seat.
20
5.5 Operation of heater and cooker . . . . . 20
6 VANSTER setting up . . . . . . . . . 21
6.1 Handbrake. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
6.2 230 V connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
7Living. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
7.1 Flap for 230 V connection, square . . . 22
7.2 Heating and cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
7.3 Sliding door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
7.4 Rotating the seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
7.5 Gooseneck lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
7.6 Pop-up roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
7.6.1 Opening the pop-up roof . . . . . . . . . . . 26
7.6.2 Using the sleeping area . . . . . . . . . . . 27
7.6.3 Closing the pop-up roof. . . . . . . . . . . . 27
7.7 Campbox (special equipment) . . . . . . 29
7.7.1 Removing and installing the flushing
module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
7.7.2 Kitchen unit power supply . . . . . . . . . . 30
7.7.3 Setting up the 2-burner cooker . . . . . . 31
7.7.4 Disassembling/installing the Campbox 32
7.7.5 Induction hob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
7.8 Setting up the bed couch for Campbox
Sleep (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
7.9 Setting up the table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
8 Electrical system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
8.1 General safety instructions . . . . . . . . . 36
8.2 12 V power supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
8.2.1 E-pack battery (special equipment) . . . 36
8.3 Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
8.3.1 Main fuses 12 V . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
8.3.2 12 V fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
8.3.3 230 V fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
9 Appliances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
9.1 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
9.2 Diesel independent vehicle heater (spe-
cial equipment) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
9.3 Diesel independent vehicle heater opera-
ting panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
9.4 Induction hob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
10 Sanitary fittings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
10.1 Water supply, general . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
10.2 Water canister . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
10.3 Waste water canister . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
10.4 Water system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
11 Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
11.1 External care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
11.1.1 Washing with a high-pressure cleaner. 46
11.1.2 Washing the vehicle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
11.2 Interior care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
11.3 Instructions for care of the pop-up roof 47
11.4 Winter care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
11.4.1 Winter operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
11.5 Lay-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
11.5.1 Temporary lay-up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
11.5.2 Winter lay-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
11.5.3 Starting up the vehicle after a temporary
lay-up or after lay-up over winter . . . . 50
12 Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
12.1 Official inspections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
12.2 Inspection work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
12.3 Maintenance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
12.3.1 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
12.3.2 Maintenance work at the pop-up roof . 51
12.4 Spare parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
12.5 Vehicle identification plate . . . . . . . . . . 53
12.6 Warning and information stickers . . . . 53
12.7 Changing tyres. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

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13 Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
13.1 Electrical system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

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1Records
1.1 Vehicle document
We reserve the right to alter the construction, equipment and the scope of deli-
very. Special equipment is also listed that is not included in the standard scope
of delivery. The descriptions and illustrations in this brochure do not relate to
a particular version. For all details, only the respective equipment list is valid.
1.2 Warranty
1. The legal guarantee and product warranty rights apply for the vehicle.
2. It is advisable to present the vehicle for inspection by a VANSTER dealer
at the end of the first year in order to assert any warranty claims that may
arise. The presentation should take place 2months at the latest after the
anniversary of the initial registration (or delivery).
As proof that the inspection has been completed, the inspection has to be
confirmed on the corresponding page in this operating manual by a stamp,
the date and the signature of the respective VANSTER dealer.
3. The costs of the inspection are to be paid by the vehicle owner.
Vehicle data
Model:
Car manufacturer/type of engine:
Serial number:
Initial registration:
Purchased from company:
Key number:
Chassis number:
Customer address
Surname, Christian name:
Street, no.:
Postal code, town:
E-mail:
Dealer's stamp and signature

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1.3 Inspection plan
We reserve the right to modify the inspection plan.
Pos. Component Activity Interval
1Fault current protection switch Function check with
every connection to the
230 V supply
Semi-annu-
ally
2Joints, hinges Lubricate Annually
3Heater, lighting, storage flap
and door closures, seat belts
Function check Annually
4Pop-up roof Function check, water
ingress test
Annually
5Cushion Visual check Annually
6Sealing rubbers and joints Check for damage Annually
7Hot-air system Function check, clean
fan wheel if necessary
Annually
8Electrical system Function check Annually

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1.4 Inspection records
Should it be determined during an inspection that additional work is necessary,
then the carrying out of this work is dependent on the customer commissioning
this to be done. Please also adhere to the service intervals stipulated by the
manufacturers of the individual equipment. Information is included in the
service documents enclosed.
Delivery
Date:
Signature and stamp of the VANSTER dealer:
1st year
Date:
Signature and stamp of the VANSTER dealer:
No defects found
Found defects:

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1.5 Inspection certificates for electrical inspection
The entire 230 V system must be checked every three years by a qualified
electrician in accordance with VDE 0100.
3rd year
Date:
Qualified electrician's signature and stamp:
Entire 230 V system checked:
No defects found
Found defects:
6th year
Date:
Qualified electrician's signature and stamp:
Entire 230 V system checked:
No defects found
Found defects:

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2Introduction
Please read this instruction manual completely before
using the vehicle for the first time!
Always keep this instruction manual in the vehicle. Also inform all other users
of the safety regulations.
This instruction manual contains sections which describe model-spe-
cific equipment or special equipment. These sections are not specially
marked. It may be that your vehicle has not been fitted with this special
equipment. In some cases, the actual equipment of your vehicle may
therefore be different from that shown in some illustrations and descrip-
tions.
However, your vehicle may be fitted with other special equipment not
described in this instruction manual.
Special equipment is described when an explanation is required.
Adhere to the instruction manuals which are separately enclosed.
Should the vehicle be subjected to damage due to a failure to follow the inst-
ructions in this instruction manual, then the warranty claim is deemed invalid.
Our vehicles are subjected to continuous development. Please understand
that we reserve the right to alter the form, equipment and technology. There-
fore, no claims can be made against the manufacturer as a result of the con-
tents of this instruction manual. The equipment which was known and included
at the time of going to press is described.
The reprinting, translation and copying, including extracts is not permitted wit-
hout prior written authorisation from the manufacturer.
The non-observance of this symbol can lead to personal injury.
The non-observance of this symbol can lead to damage being caused to,
or inside the vehicle.
This symbol indicates recommendations or special aspects.
This symbol indicates actions which lead to environmental awareness.
The details "right", "left", "front" and "rear" always refer to the vehicle in
direction of travel.
All dimensions and weight details are "approximate".

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2.1 General
The vehicle is constructed in accordance with the latest technology and the
recognised safety regulations. Nevertheless, personal injury may result and
the vehicle may be damaged if the safety instructions in this instruction manual
are not followed.
Depending on the configuration, the first-aid kit and hazard warning triangle
are not included as standard. Equip the vehicle with a first-aid kit and hazard
warning triangle before using it for the first time.
Only use the vehicle in a technically impeccable condition. Follow the instruc-
tions in the instruction manual.
Malfunctions which impair the safety of persons or the vehicle should be
immediately remedied by qualified personnel. To avoid further damages,
observe the duty to avert, minimise or mitigate loss for the user during faults.
Have the vehicle's braking inspected and repaired by an authorised specialist
workshop only.
Alterations to the body are only to be carried out with the authorisation of the
manufacturer.
The vehicle is designed for the exclusive transport of persons. Luggage and
accessories may only be transported up to the maximum permissible gross
weight.
Observe the test and inspection periods stipulated by the manufacturer.

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2.2 Environmental tips
Do not impair the tranquillity and spruceness of nature.
Remember that: All kinds of waste water and household waste are not to
be disposed of in drains or in the open countryside.
Only empty the waste water canister at disposal stations, at camping sites
or caravan sites, that are especially provided for this purpose. When stop-
ping in towns and communities, observe the instructions at caravan sites
or ask where there are disposal stations.
Collect waste water on board only in the waste water canister or, if need
be, in other vessels suitable to this purpose.
Empty waste water canister as often as possible, even when the waste
water canister is not completely full (hygiene).
If possible, flush out waste water canister and, if necessary, drainage pipe
with fresh water every time it is emptied.
Separate household waste according to glass, tin cans, plastic and wet
waste also when on a journey. Enquire at the town or community authority
about disposal points. Household waste is not to be disposed of in waste
paper baskets which are situated at car parks.
Empty waste bins as often as possible into the cans or containers that are
provided for this purpose. This helps to avoid unpleasant smells and an
accumulation of rubbish on board.
When parked, do not allow the engine to run more than necessary. When
running idle, a cold engine releases more contaminants than usual. The
running temperature of the engine is achieved more quickly whilst the
vehicle is in motion.
When staying in towns and communities for longer periods, search for par-
king areas which are especially designated for motorhomes. Enquire at the
town or community authority about parking spaces.
Always leave the parking places in a clean condition.

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3Safety
3.1 Fire prevention
3.1.1 Avoidance of fire risks
3.1.2 Fire-fighting
3.1.3 In case of fire
3.2 General
Never leave children in the vehicle unattended.
Keep flammable materials clear of heating and cooking appliances.
Never use portable heating or cooking appliances.
Only authorised qualified personnel may modify the electrical system or
the appliances.
The flames of the 2-burner cooker must always be covered by cooking
pots or pans. Never use the 2-burner cooker without cooking pots or
pans.
Always carry a dry powder fire extinguisher in the vehicle. The fire extin-
guisher must be approved, tested and close at hand.
Have the fire extinguisher tested at regular intervals by authorised qua-
lified personnel. Observe the date of testing.
The fire extinguisher is not included in the scope of delivery 1).
1) In some countries the fire extinguisher is part of the scope of delivery.
Always keep a fire blanket at hand near the cooker.
Evacuate all passengers.
Cut off the electrical power supply and disconnect from the mains.
Sound the alarm and call the fire brigade.
Fight the fire if this is possible without risk.
Keep escape routes clear.
Observe the fire extinguisher instructions for use.
The oxygen in the vehicle interior is used up by breathing. That is why
the oxygen needs to be replaced on a constant basis. When the pop-up
roof is opened, the forced ventilation is ensured. Never cover or block
forced ventilations from inside or outside with objects as e.g. a winter
mat. Keep forced ventilations clear of snow and leaves. There is a
danger of suffocation due to increased CO2 levels.
Observe the headroom of the doors.
Electric cables are laid in the floor. Never drill holes or screw screws into
the floor. There is danger of an electric shock or short circuit due to
damage to a line or cable.

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3.3 Road safety
As far as the fitted appliances (e.g. the induction hob) and the base vehicle
(engine, brakes, etc.) are concerned, the instruction manuals are authori-
tative. It is imperative that they be observed.
Fitting accessories or special equipment can alter the dimensions, weight
and road behaviour of the vehicle. Some of the parts must be entered in
the vehicle papers.
Only use wheel rims and tyres which are approved for the vehicle. Informa-
tion concerning the size of the approved wheel rims and tyres is included
in the vehicle documents or can be obtained from authorised dealers and
service centres.
Firmly apply the handbrake when parking the vehicle.
When leaving the vehicle, it is imperative that all doors, external flaps and
windows are closed.
Hazard warning triangle and first-aid kit conforming to DIN13164 are
prescribed by law and must be carried on the vehicle.
Only move the vehicle on the road if the driver has a driver's license valid
for the vehicle class.
When selling the vehicle, hand over all instruction manuals for the vehicle
and the fitted appliances.
Before commencing the journey, carry out a functional check of indica-
ting and lighting equipment, the steering and the brakes.
If the vehicle has been stationary for a long period (approx. 10 months)
have the braking checked by an authorised specialist workshop.
Fold in the pop-up roof fully and lock it into place before commencing the
journey.
Before starting the journey, rotate the seat in the direction of travel and
lock in position. The rotating seats must remain locked in the direction of
travel during the journey.
During the journey, persons are only to sit on the permitted seats (see
Chapter 5). The authorised number of seats is stipulated in the vehicle
documents.
Before starting the journey fasten your seat belt and keep it fastened
during the journey.
Always secure children with the child-protection equipment that is man-
datory for the respective child's size and weight.
Deactivate the passenger airbag if a rear-facing child safety system is
used on the passenger seat.
Attach child restraint systems only at seats with factory-set three-point
safety belts or to ISOFIX attachment systems.
Observe the overall height of the vehicle (including roof loads) at under-
passes, tunnels, etc.
In winter, the roof must be free of snow and ice before commencing the
journey.

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3.4 Towing
3.5 Electrical system
3.6 Water system
Before commencing the journey, distribute the vehicle payload evenly (see
Chapter 4).
When loading the vehicle and when taking a rest from driving, in order to
load luggage or food, for example, observe the maximum permissible
gross weight and axle loads (refer to vehicle documents).
Before commencing the journey, ensure that the cupboard doors, all dra-
wers and flaps are secure.
Before commencing the journey, close the windows.
The 5-star NCAP test of the Citroen Spacetourer loses its validity for the
VANSTER due to its conversion.
Care is to be taken when connecting and detaching a trailer. Risk of acci-
dent and injury!
No persons are to be between the towing vehicle and the trailer during
positioning for connecting and detaching.
Only allow qualified personnel to work on the electrical system.
Prior to carrying out work on the electrical system, switch off all devices
and lights, disconnect the battery and disconnect the vehicle from the
mains.
Only use original fuses with the stipulated values.
Only replace defective fuses when the cause of the defect is known and
has been remedied.
Never bridge or repair fuses.
Water left standing in the water canister or in the water pipes becomes
undrinkable after a short period. For this reason, rinse the water pipes
and the water canister thoroughly with several litres of fresh water before
each use of the vehicle. To do this, open the water tap. After each use
of the vehicle completely empty the water canister and the water pipes.
If the vehicle is not used for several days or if it is not heated when there is
a risk of frost, empty the entire water system. Leave the water tap opened.
Frost damage to appliances, frost damage to the vehicle and deposits in
water-carrying components can be avoided in this way.

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4.1 Payload
On loading, make sure that the payload's centre of gravity is as low as possible
(directly above the floor of the vehicle). Otherwise this may affect the driving
characteristics of the vehicle.
4.1.1 Terms
Maximum permissible
gross weight in a laden
condition
The maximum permissible gross weight in a laden condition is the weight that
a vehicle may never exceed.
The maximum permissible overall weight in laden condition consists of the
mass in ready-to-drive condition and of the payload.
The manufacturer has specified the maximum permissible gross weight in a
laden condition in Field F.1 of the vehicle documents.
Mass in ready-to-drive
condition
The manufacturer specifies the mass in ready-to-drive conditions in Field G of
the vehicle documents.
Payload The payload is made up as follows:
Conventional load
Additional equipment
Personal equipment
Explanations of the individual components of the payload are contained in the
following text.
Conventional load The conventional load is the weight specified by the manufacturer for the pas-
sengers.
Conventional load means: 75 kg are calculated for every seat specified by the
manufacturer, regardless of how much the passengers actually weigh. The
driver's seat is already included as part of the mass in ready-to-drive condition
and must not be calculated as part of the conventional load.
The manufacturer specifies the number of seats in Field S.1 of the vehicle
documents.
Excessive payload and the wrong tyre pressure can cause the tyre to
burst. You can lose control of the vehicle.
Adapt your speed to the payload. The stopping distance is longer when
the payload is higher.
The maximum permissible gross weight stated in the vehicle documents is
not to be exceeded by the payload.
Built-in accessories and special equipment reduce the payload.
Adhere to the axle load stated in the vehicle documents.
In technical and scientific texts the term "mass" has replaced the term
"weight". However the term "weight" is still the more common term in
general usage. To contribute toward understanding the term "mass" is
therefore only used in established phrases in the following passages.

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Additional equipment Additional equipment includes accessories and special equipment. Examples
of additional equipment include:
Tow coupling
Roof racks
Awning
Bike or motorcycle rack
Information about the weights of the various special equipment devices can be
obtained from the manufacturer.
Personal equipment Personal equipment includes all items in the vehicle that are not included in
the conventional load and the additional equipment. For example, personal
equipment can include the following:
Foodstuffs
Crockery
Television
Radio
Clothes
Bedding
Toys
Books
Toiletries
No matter where kept, personal equipment also includes:
Animals
Bikes
Boats
Surfboards
Sports equipment
4.1.2 Calculating the payload
The payload (see chapter 4.1.1) is the weight difference between
Maximum permissible gross weight in a laden condition and
Vehicle mass complete in a ready-to-drive condition.
Payload calculation at the manufacturer is partly based on all-inclusive
weights. For safety reasons, the maximum permissible gross weight in
a laden condition must not be exceeded.
Only the maximum permissible gross weight and the mass in a ready-to-
drive condition, not the actual weight of the vehicle, is stated in the
vehicle documents. For your own safety, we recommend that you have
your loaded vehicle (with passengers) weighed on a public weighbridge
before you set out on your journey.

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The calculation of the payload from the difference between the maximum per-
missible gross weight in laden condition and the mass specified by the manu-
facturer in ready-to-drive condition is however only a theoretical value.
Only if the vehicle is weighed with full tanks (fuel and water) and complete
additional equipment on a public weighbridge, can the actual payload be
determined.
4.1.3 Loading the vehicle correctly
4.1.4 Roof load (50 kg)
mass in kg to be
calculated
Calculation
Example for calculating the
payload
Maximum permissible gross weight ac-
cording to vehicle documents, Field F.1
3100
Vehicle mass in a ready-to-drive condi-
tion, including basic equipment according
to vehicle documents, Field G
- 2520
This results in a permissible payload
of
580
Conventional load, e.g. 3persons at 75kg
each
- 225
Additional equipment - 40
For the personal equipment this re-
sults in
= 315
To ensure safety never exceed the maximum permissible gross weight
in a laden condition.
Distribute the load evenly between the left-hand and right-hand sides of
the vehicle.
Distribute the load evenly between both axles. Observe the axle loads
specified in the vehicle documents. Additionally observe the permissible
load-carrying capacity of the tyres.
Securely store all the objects so that they cannot slide or slip.
Store heavy objects (awning, canned food, etc.) close to the axles. Low-
lying storage compartments whose doors do not open in the direction of
travel are particularly suited for storing heavy objects.
Store lighter objects (laundry) in the roof storage compartments.
A roof rack is commercially available as an accessory. Assembly details
and the available roof load with respect to the pop-up roof can be found in
the instruction manual for the roof rack. We recommend professional ins-
tallation in a suitable workshop. The manufacturer accepts no liability for
any damage if the approved roof load is exceeded.

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4.2 Road safety
Before commencing the journey, work through the checklist:
Check the tyre pressure before a journey and at 2-week intervals. Wrong
tyre pressure causes excessive wear and can lead to damage or even
to tyre burst. You can lose control of the vehicle.
No. Checks checked
Base vehicle 1All vehicle documents are on board
2Tyres in proper condition
3Vehicle lighting, brake and reversing lights function
4Oil level at engine, gear unit and power steering checked
5Coolant and liquid for windshield washer system topped up
6Breaks function
7Brakes react evenly
8When braking, the vehicle remains on track
Housing body, outside 9Awning completely retracted
10 Roof free of snow and ice (in winter)
11 External connections and lines disconnected and stored away
12 Pop-up roof folded in, closed, locked and secured
13 External flaps and doors closed and locked
14 Overall height of the vehicle including roof rack when loaded
measured and noted. Keep the height information close at
hand in the driver's cabin
Housing body, inside 15 Table stowed
16 Loose parts stored away or fixed in position
17 Open storage spaces empty
18 All drawers and flaps closed
19 Children's seats mounted to seats with three-point safety belts
or ISOFIX
20 Swivel seat locking mechanism for driver's seat and passen-
ger seat locked in direction of travel
21 Shades in the driver's cabin removed

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5During the journey
5.1 Driving with the VANSTER
5.2 Driving speed
5.3 Seat belts
The vehicle is equipped with automatic three-point safety belts at those seats
in the living area for which a seat belt is stipulated by law. ISOFIX attachment
systems are mounted on the seats of the back seat. The corresponding nati-
onal regulations apply for using a seat belt.
Always wear a seat belt during the journey at those seats where a seat
belt is mounted.
Never open the seat belt during the journey.
Passengers must remain in the seats provided.
The door lock may not be opened.
Drive slowly on bad roads.
If an accident occurs as a result of these instructions not being observed,
the manufacturer will not be responsible for damages caused.
The safety measures specified in Chapter 3 have to be observed.
The vehicle is equipped with a powerful engine. Meaning that you have
sufficient power reserves in difficult traffic situations. This high power
allows a high end speed and requires above-average driving skills.
The vehicle provides a huge surface exposed to wind. Particular danger
arises when a side wind suddenly occurs.
Uneven or one-sided loading changes the road behavior.
On unknown roads the road surface conditions may be difficult and
unexpected traffic situations may arise. Therefore adapt your driving
speed to the respective traffic situation and the ambient situation for your
safety.
Observe the statutory speed limits that apply in the respective country.
Before starting the journey fasten your seat belt and keep it fastened
during the journey.
Do not damage or clamp in the belts. Have damaged seat belts replaced
by an authorised specialist workshop.
Do not change the belt attachment points, the automatic retractor and
the belt locks.
Check the screwed connections of the seat belts at intervals in order to
ensure that they are firmly seated.
Use each seat belt for one adult person only.