Possl D-Line 2011 User manual

Instruction manual
Motorhome - 02/11-0 - PSL-MJ11-00EN
© 2011 Pössl Freizeit und Sport GmbH, Ainring
Instruction manual
Congratulations
We congratulate you on your new motorhome and would like to thank you for choosing a quality product from
PÖSSL.
With a motorhome from PÖSSL you always have the right travelling companion for every trip: Whether for a
city trip, a short excursion or your family holidays. The innovative and well-planned layouts offer a wide range
of possibilities and the modern interior design, which is common to all models, immediately convey a homely
flair. The high quality standard and the large variability furthermore enthrall - lack of space is a thing of the past
in our vehicles. Many useful details prove to be extremely practical when on the road making your holiday even
more relaxed.
Each PÖSSL 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 motorhome. It will give you all important
information and tips so that you can enjoy all technical advantages of your motorhome 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 PÖSSL 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 motorhome, a relaxing holiday and safe driving at all times.

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Contents
1 Records. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.1 Vehicle document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.2 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.3 Inspection records. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1.4 Inspection plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2 Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.1 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2.2 Environmental tips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.1 Fire prevention . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.1.1 Avoidance of fire risks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.1.2 Fire-fighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.1.3 In case of fire. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.2 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.3 Road safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
3.4 Towing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3.5 Gas system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3.5.1 General information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3.5.2 Gas bottles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
3.6 Electrical system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
3.7 Water system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4 Before the journey . . . . . . . . . . . 19
4.1 Payload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
4.1.1 Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
4.1.2 Calculating the payload. . . . . . . . . . . . 20
4.1.3 Loading the vehicle correctly. . . . . . . . 21
4.2 Entrance step . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
4.2.1 Electrically operated entrance step . . . 22
4.3 Television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
4.4 Road safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
5 During the journey . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5.1 Driving the motorhome . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5.2 Driving speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5.3 Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
5.3.1 Using the safety belt correctly . . . . . . . 26
5.4 Driver's seat and front passenger's
seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
5.4.1 Seats (Aguti) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
5.4.2 Seats (ISRI). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
5.5 Seating arrangement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
5.6 External doors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
5.7 Filling up with diesel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
6 Pitching the motorhome . . . . . 31
6.1 Handbrake. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
6.2 Entrance step . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
6.3 230 V connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
6.4 Refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
6.4.1 Absorption refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
6.4.2 Compressor refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . 31
7 Living . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
7.1 External flaps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
7.1.1 Flap for 230 V connection, square. . . . 33
7.1.2 External flap Thetford cassette . . . . . . 34
7.1.3 Cap for the fresh water filler neck . . . . 34
7.2 Ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
7.3 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
7.3.1 Hinged window with rotary hinges . . . . 36
7.3.2 Hinged window with automatic hinges. 38
7.3.3 Sliding window without lock . . . . . . . . . 39
7.3.4 Blind and roller insect screen. . . . . . . . 40
7.3.5 Roman shades for driver's window
and front passenger's window . . . . . . . 40
7.3.6 Blind for the windscreen . . . . . . . . . . . 41
7.4 Skylights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
7.4.1 Skylight with snap latch . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
7.4.2 Hinged skylight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
7.4.3 Wind-up skylight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
7.4.4 Multifunction skylight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
7.5 Rotating the seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
7.6 Bench seat. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
7.7 Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
7.7.1 Suspension table with fold-out leg . . . . 47
7.7.2 Suspension table with dismantable
support leg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
7.7.3 Fixed table of the rear seating group . . 50
7.7.4 Swivel table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
7.7.5 Folding table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
7.8 Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
7.8.1 Halogen spotlight (movable) . . . . . . . . 53
7.8.2 Halogen spotlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
7.8.3 Lamp in pop-up roof. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
7.9 Beds. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
7.9.1 Fixed bed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
7.9.2 Bed in the pop-up roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
7.10 Converting seating groups for
sleeping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
7.10.1 Seating group rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
7.10.2 Front seating group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
7.10.3 Facing seating unit with extension. . . . 59
7.10.4 Front seating group with extension . . . 60
8 Gas system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
8.1 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
8.2 Gas bottles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
8.3 Changing gas bottles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
8.4 Gas isolator taps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
8.5 Hose break guard (crash sensor) . . . . 64
8.6 DuoControl switching facility . . . . . . . . 65

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9 Electrical system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
9.1 General safety instructions . . . . . . . . . 67
9.2 12 V power supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
9.2.1 Living area battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
9.3 Transformer/rectifier (EBL 99) . . . . . . . 69
9.3.1 Battery cut-off switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
9.3.2 Battery monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
9.3.3 Charging the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
9.4 Panel LT 410 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
9.4.1 V/tank gauge for battery voltage and
water or waste water levels . . . . . . . . . 72
9.4.2 Battery alarm for the living area
battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
9.4.3 12 V main switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
9.4.4 12 V indicator lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
9.4.5 230 V indicator lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
9.5 230 V power supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
9.5.1 230 V connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
9.6 Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
9.6.1 Main fuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
9.6.2 12 V fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
9.6.3 230 V fuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
10 Appliances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
10.1 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
10.2 Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
10.2.1 To heat properly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
10.2.2 Truma Combi hot-air heater. . . . . . . . . 78
10.2.3 Heater for waste water tank and waste
water pipes (winter comfort package) . 81
10.3 Boiler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
10.3.1 Truma Combi boiler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
10.4 Gas cooker. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
10.5 Refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
10.5.1 Refrigerator ventilation grill . . . . . . . . . 86
10.5.2 Operation (Dometic 4 series) . . . . . . . . 86
10.5.3 Operation (Waeco). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
10.5.4 Refrigerator door locking mechanism . 89
11 Sanitary fittings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
11.1 Water supply, general . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
11.2 Water tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
11.2.1 20 l maximum filling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
11.3 Waste water tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
11.4 Water system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
11.5 Toilet compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
11.6 Vario toilet compartment . . . . . . . . . . . 96
11.6.1 Converting into a shower cubicle. . . . . 96
11.6.2 Conversion to toilet compartment . . . . 96
11.7 Thetford toilet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
12 Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99
12.1 External care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99
12.1.1 Washing with a high-pressure cleaner .99
12.1.2 Washing the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99
12.1.3 Windows of acrylic glass . . . . . . . . . .100
12.1.4 Waste water tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100
12.1.5 Entrance step . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100
12.2 Internal care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100
12.3 Winter care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
12.3.1 Winter operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102
12.4 Lay-up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102
12.4.1 Temporary lay-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102
12.4.2 Winter lay-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103
12.4.3 Starting up the vehicle after a temporary
lay-up or after lay-up over winter . . . .104
13 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105
13.1 Official inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105
13.2 Inspection work. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105
13.3 Maintenance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105
13.4 Replacing bulbs and fluorescent
tubes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105
13.4.1 Ceiling lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106
13.4.2 Room lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106
13.4.3 Halogen spotlight (with glass shade) .107
13.4.4 Halogen spotlight (movable). . . . . . . .107
13.4.5 Surface-mounted halogen light
(swiveling). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108
13.5 Replacing the battery at the lamp
in the pop-up roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108
13.6 Spare parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109
13.7 Vehicle identification plate . . . . . . . . .109
13.8 Warning and information stickers . . . .110
14 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . .111
14.1 Electrical system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111
14.2 Gas system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
14.3 Cooker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113
14.4 Heater/Boiler. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113
14.5 Refrigerator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
14.5.1 Dometic refrigerator without AES . . .114
14.5.2 Waeco refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115
14.6 Water supply. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
14.7 Body . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
15 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117
15.1 Weights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117
15.2 Dimensions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117
15.3 Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118

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Records 1
1Records
1.1 Vehicle document
We reserve the right to alter the construction, equipment and the scope of
delivery. 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 PÖSSL dealer at
the end of the first year in order to assert any warranty claims that may
arise. The presentation should take place 2 months 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 PÖSSL 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 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 PÖSSL dealer:
1th year
Date:
Signature and stamp of the PÖSSL dealer:
No defects found
Found defects:

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1.4 Inspection plan
We reserve the right to modify the inspection plan.
Pos. Component Activity Interval
Joints, hinges Lubricate Annually
Refrigerator, heater, boiler,
cooker, lighting, storage flap
and door closures, toilet, seat
belts
Function check Annually
Windows, skylights Function check, water
ingress test
Annually
Upholstery, curtains, blinds Visual check Annually
Sealing strips, edges, -rubber Check for damage Annually
Water supply Water ingress test Annually
Hot-air system Function check, clean
fan wheel if necessary
Annually
Underbody protection, fasten-
ing of the underbody attach-
ments
Visual check Annually
Electrical system Function check Annually
Gas system Official gas inspection Every two
years
Underbody Visual check, repair
underbody protection if
necessary
Every two
years

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Introduction 2
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
instructions 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
without prior written authorisation from the manufacturer.
XThe non-observance of this symbol can lead to personal injury.
ZThe non-observance of this symbol can lead to damage being caused to,
or inside the vehicle.
ZThis symbol indicates recommendations or special aspects.
ZThis symbol indicates actions which lead to environmental awareness.
ZThe details "right", "left", "front" and "rear" always refer to the vehicle in
direction of travel.
ZAll 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. In case of vehicles with a
gross weight exceeding 3.5 t a flashing hazard warning light has to be carried
additionally on the vehicle.
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 and gas systems 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.
2.2 Environmental tips
ZDo not impair the tranquility and spruceness of nature.
ZRemember that: All kinds of waste water and household waste are not to
be disposed of in drains or in the open countryside.
ZOnly empty the waste water tank and toilet cassette or sewage tank at dis-
posal stations at the camping or caravan sites, which are especially pro-
vided for this purpose. When stopping in towns and communities, observe
the instructions at caravan sites or ask where there are disposal stations.
ZCollect waste water on board only in the waste water tank or, if need be, in
other vessels suitable to this purpose.
ZEmpty waste water tank as often as possible, even when it is not com-
pletely full (hygiene).
If possible, flush out waste water tank and, if necessary, drainage pipe with
fresh water every time it is emptied.
ZNever allow the toilet cassette or sewage tank to become too full. Empty
the toilet cassette or sewage tank frequently, at the latest as soon as the
level indicator lights up.
ZSeparate 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.
ZEmpty 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.

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ZWhen 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.
ZUse an environmentally-friendly WC chemical agent for the WC which can
also be biologically degraded and only use small doses.
ZWhen staying in towns and communities for longer periods, search for
parking areas which are especially designated for motorhomes. Enquire at
the town or community authority about parking spaces.
ZAlways leave the parking places in a clean condition.

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Safety 3
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
XNever leave children in the vehicle unattended.
XKeep flammable materials clear of heating and cooking appliances.
XLights can get very hot. WHen the light is switched on, a safety distance
of 30 cm to combustible material has to be maintained. Fire hazard!
XNever use portable heating or cooking appliances.
XOnly authorised qualified personnel may modify the electrical system,
the gas system or the appliances.
XAlways carry a dry powder fire extinguisher in the vehicle. The fire extin-
guisher must be approved, tested and close at hand.
XHave the fire extinguisher tested at regular intervals by authorised qual-
ified personnel. Observe the date of testing.
XThe fire extinguisher is not included in the scope of delivery.
XAlways keep a fire blanket at hand near the cooker.
XEvacuate all passengers.
XCut off the electrical power supply and disconnect from the mains.
XClose regulator tap on the gas bottle.
XSound the alarm and call the fire brigade.
XFight the fire if this is possible without risk.
ZKeep escape routes clear.
ZObserve the fire extinguisher instructions for use.
XThe oxygen in the vehicle interior is used up by breathing and the use of
gas operated appliances. That is why the oxygen needs to be replaced
on a constant basis. For this purpose, forced ventilation options (e.g.
skylights with forced ventilation, mushroom-shaped vents or floor vents)
are fitted to the vehicle. Never cover or block forced ventilations from the
inside or outside with objects such as e.g. a winter mat. Keep forced ven-
tilations clear of snow and leaves. There is a danger of suffocation due
to increased CO2levels.
XObserve the headroom of the doors.
XGas lines and electrical cables are laid in the floor. Never drill holes or
screw screws into the floor. There is danger of a gas explosion or of a
power cut or short circuit due to damage to a line or cable.

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3.3 Road safety
ZAs far as the fitted appliances (heater, cooker, refrigerator, etc.) and the
base vehicle (engine, brakes, etc.) are concerned, the instruction manuals
are authoritative. It is imperative that they be observed.
ZFitting 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.
ZOnly 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.
ZFirmly apply the handbrake when parking the vehicle.
ZWhen leaving the vehicle, it is imperative that all doors, external flaps and
windows are closed.
ZHazard warning triangle and first-aid kit conforming to DIN 13164 are pre-
scribed by law and must be carried on the vehicle.
ZOnly move the vehicle on the road if the driver has a driver's license valid
for the vehicle class.
ZWhen selling the vehicle, hand over all instruction manuals for the vehicle
and the fitted appliances.
XBefore commencing the journey, carry out a functional check of indi-
cating and lighting equipment, the steering and the brakes.
XIf the vehicle has been stationary for a long period (approx. 10 months)
have the braking and gas systems checked by an authorised specialist
workshop.
XBefore starting the journey and also after short breaks check whether the
entrance step has been retracted completely.
XFold in the pop-up roof fully and lock it into place before commencing the
journey.
XBefore commencing the journey, open and secure the shades on the
windscreen and on the driver's and front passenger's windows.
XBefore 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.
XBefore starting your journey, remove the television from the support and
store it securely.
XDuring 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.
XBefore starting the journey fasten your seat belt and keep it fastened
during the journey.
XAlways secure children with the child-protection equipment that is man-
datory for the respective child's size and weight.
XFactory-set three-point safety belts must be used when attaching child
restraint systems.
XThe base vehicle is a commercial vehicle (small truck). Adapt your
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3.4 Towing
3.5 Gas system
3.5.1 General information
XObserve the overall height of the vehicle (including roof loads) at under-
passes, tunnels, etc.
XIn winter, the roof must be free of snow and ice before commencing the
journey.
ZBefore commencing the journey, distribute the vehicle payload evenly (see
Chapter 4).
ZWhen 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).
ZBefore commencing the journey, ensure that all cupboard doors, the toilet
door and all drawers and flaps are secure. Engage the refrigerator door
securing device. Lock the folding wall of the Vario toilet compartment.
ZBefore commencing the journey, close windows and skylights.
ZBefore commencing the journey, close all external flaps and lock them.
XCare is to be taken when connecting and detaching a trailer. Risk of acci-
dent and injury!
XNo persons are to be between the towing vehicle and the trailer during
positioning for connecting and detaching.
XClose all gas isolator taps and the regulator tap before commencing the
journey and when leaving the vehicle.
XNo appliance (e.g. heating or refrigerator) that is operated through the
built-in burner may be operational while fuel is being filled up, on ferries
or in the garage. Danger of explosion!
XIf an appliance is operated through a burner, do not start the appliance
up in closed areas (e.g. garages). Danger of poisoning and suffocation!
XHave the gas system serviced, repaired or altered by an authorised
workshop only.
XHave the gas system checked by an authorised specialist workshop
before starting up and according to the national regulations. This also
applies for not registered vehicles. For modifications to the gas system
have the gas system immediately checked by an authorised specialist
workshop.
XThe gas pressure regulator and the exhaust gas pipes also have to be
checked. The gas pressure regulator has to be replaced at least every
10 years. The vehicle owner is responsible for seeing that this is carried
out.
XIn case of a defect of the gas system (gas odour, high gas consumption)
there is danger of explosion! Close the regulator tap on the gas bottle
immediately. Open doors and windows and ventilate well.
XIn case of a defect in the gas system: Do not smoke; do not ignite any
open flames, and do not operate electric switches (light switches etc.).

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XHave the defect in the gas system repaired by an authorised specialist
workshop.
XOpen a skylight or a window before taking open sources of combustion
(gas cooker) into service.
XDo not use the gas cooker or gas oven for heating purposes.
XIf the vehicle or gas devices are not used, close the regulator tap on the
gas bottle.
XIf there are several gas devices, each gas device must have its own gas
isolator tap. If individual gas devices are not in use, close the respective
gas isolator tap.
XIgnition safety valves must close within 1 minute after the gas flame has
extinguished. A clicking sound is audible. Check function from time to
time.
XThe installed gas appliances are designed for use solely with propane or
butane gas or a mixture of both. The gas pressure regulator as well as
all installed gas devices are set for a gas pressure of 30 mbar.
XPropane gas is capable of gasification up to -42 °C, whereas butane gas
gasifies at 0 °C. Below these temperatures no gas pressure is available.
Butane gas is unsuitable for use in winter.
XRegularly inspect the gas tube fitted to the gas bottle connection for
tightness. The gas tube must not have any tears and must not be
porous. Have the gas tube replaced by an authorised specialist work-
shop no later than 10 years after the manufacturing date. The operator
of the gas system must see to it that the parts are replaced.
XDue to its function and construction, the gas bottle compartment is a
space which is open to the exterior. Never cover or block the standard
forced ventilation. Otherwise leaking gas cannot be dispersed to the out-
side.
XDo not use the gas bottle compartment as storage space as it is not
moisture-proof.
XSecure the gas bottle compartment in order to prevent unauthorised per-
sons opening it. To do so lock the access.
XThe regulator tap on the gas bottle must be accessible.
XOnly connect gas-operated devices (e.g. gas grill) which have been
designed for a gas pressure of 30 mbar.
XThe exhaust gas pipe must be fitted tightly to the heating system and to
the vent and must be sealed. The exhaust gas pipe must not show any
evidence of damage.
XExhaust fumes must be able to escape into the atmosphere unhindered
and fresh air must be able to enter unhindered. Therefore keep the
waste gas vents and intake openings clean and free (e.g. of snow and
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3.5.2 Gas bottles
3.6 Electrical system
3.7 Water system
XGas bottles are only to be transported within the designated gas bottle
compartment.
XPlace gas bottles vertically in the gas bottle compartment.
XTie down gas bottles so that they are unable to turn or tilt.
XIf the gas bottles are not connected to the gas tube, always place the
protective cap on top.
XClose the regulator tap on the gas bottle before the gas pressure regu-
lator or gas tube are removed from the gas bottle.
XUse your hands only to connect the gas pressure regulator or the gas
tube to the gas bottles. Do not use any tools.
XOnly use special gas pressure regulators with a safety valve designed
for vehicle use. Other gas pressure regulators are not permitted and
cannot meet the demanding requirements.
XUse only 11 kg or 5 kg gas bottles. Camping gas bottles with a built-in
reflux valve (blue bottle with max. 2.5 or 3 kg content) are permitted in
exceptional cases with a safety valve.
XNever block the ventilation openings in the floor under the gas bottles.
XOnly allow qualified personnel to work on the electrical system.
XPrior to carrying out work on the electrical system, switch off all devices
and lights, disconnect the battery and disconnect the vehicle from the
mains.
XOnly use original fuses with the stipulated values.
XOnly replace defective fuses when the cause of the defect is known and
has been remedied.
XNever bridge or repair fuses.
XWater left standing in the water tank or in the water pipes becomes
undrinkable after a short period. For this reason, rinse the water pipes
and the water tank thoroughly with several litres of fresh water before
each use of the vehicle. To do this, open all water taps. After each use
of the vehicle completely empty the water tank and the water pipes.
ZIf 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 taps on in
central position. Leave the safety/drainage valve (if available) and all drain
cocks open. 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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4Before the journey
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:
zConventional load
zAdditional equipment
zPersonal 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 doc-
uments.
XExcessive payload and the wrong tyre pressure can cause the tyre to
burst. You can lose control of the vehicle.
XAdapt your speed to the payload. The stopping distance is longer when
the payload is higher.
ZThe maximum permissible gross weight stated in the vehicle documents is
not to be exceeded by the payload.
ZBuilt-in accessories and special equipment reduce the payload.
ZAdhere to the axle load stated in the vehicle documents.
ZIn technical and scientific texts the term "mass" has replaced the term
"weight". However the term "weight" is still the more common term in gen-
eral usage. To contribute toward understanding the term "mass" is there-
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Additional equipment Additional equipment includes accessories and special equipment. Examples
of additional equipment include:
zTow coupling
zRoof racks
zAwning
zBike or motorcycle rack
zSatellite unit
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:
zFoodstuffs
zCrockery
zTelevision
zRadio
zClothes
zBedding
zToys
zBooks
zToiletries
No matter where kept, personal equipment also includes:
zAnimals
zBikes
zBoats
zSurfboards
zSports equipment
4.1.2 Calculating the payload
The payload (see Section 4.1.1) is the difference in weight between
zMaximum permissible gross weight in a laden condition and
zVehicle mass complete in a ready-to-drive condition.
XPayload 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.
XOnly 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.