Auto-Sleeper lancashire ek Owner'S Manual Download Page 35

Page: 35 / 144

7-11

CONNECTION OF SERVICES

WIRING OF CONNECTING CABLE

AND MOT

ORHOME MAINS INLET

ARNING: It is

essential that

connections are made

exactly as shown. If

terminal markings are

not in accordance

with the diagram they

must be ignored. If in

doubt consult a

qualified electrician.

The legal length of the

mains inlet cable is 25

2 metres. When in

use it must be fully

uncoiled and

protected from traffic.

MOT

ORHOME MAINS INLET

Summary of Contents for lancashire ek

Page 1: ...rvices 7 Technical Specification 8 Fitted Equipment 9 Care of your Motorhome 10 Useful Information 11 Service Section 12 Index 13 Copyright 2011 Auto Sleepers Ltd All rights reserved No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic or mechanical for any purpose without the express written permission of Auto Sleepers Ltd ...

Page 2: ...DATA RECORD ...

Page 3: ...hout exceeding weight capacities Your Auto Sleeper motorhome conforms to the European standard of EN 1646 Model This Handbook covers all versions of the Lancashire based on the Peugeot L1 short wheelbase chassis cab The Lancashire EK and EL models have an MTPLM of 3300 kg whilst the ES version has an MTPLM of 3500 kg to allow for the extra passengers Gas System This handbook is for use on vehicles...

Page 4: ...duction number which can be found in the glove compartment Please read and complete the warranty registration card supplied with your vehicle and return to the address below without delay Auto Sleepers Limited Orchard Works Willersey Nr Broadway Worcestershire WR12 7QF Tele 01386 853338 Fax 01386 858343 E mail aftersales auto sleepers co uk INTRODUCTION ...

Page 5: ...that the dealer has explained the warranty terms and conditions and that the purchaser understands them The dealer must then register the sale on the Auto Sleepers warranty system to activate the cover Warranty Terms and Conditions For full details of the warranty terms and conditions please refer to the Warranty Service handbook supplied with your Auto Sleeper WARRANTY ...

Page 6: ...Walls GRP Fiat White Floor Vinyl Dark Wood Block CL0209 Furniture Amati Walnut Furniture fittings Chrome Work Surfaces finish Minstrel Table finish Minstrel Carpet Mocha Curtains Cushions Upholstery Leya various colours Exterior Graphics BS1793 11 ...

Page 7: ...n 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 motorhomes Musical instruments record players radios and televisions should not be used to the inconvenience of other people on site Open and close doors quietly Power generators must be adequately silence...

Page 8: ...n order to let the other traffic pass When the vehicle is in motion it is compulsory that all passengers are seated and seat restraint straps worn Before moving off elevating roofs MUST 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 closed Exterior steps should be properly retracted and s...

Page 9: ...ill 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 mollusks 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 seaweed unnecessarily Make you...

Page 10: ...2 4 MOTORHOME CODE ...

Page 11: ...l seat belts within the motorhome please refer to the stated number of passengers that are allowed due to the MRO and MTPLM LOADING AND DISTRIBUTION OF WEIGHT IN THE MOTORHOME Loading Correct weight distribution is a major factor in making your motorhome a balanced and pleasant vehicle to drive without compromising road holding Care should therefore be taken to ensure that heavy items are well spa...

Page 12: ...n and door lock is set Note the electrical relays will allow the fridge to be run on the vehicle battery when the engine is running 12 Remove any external fresh water connections etc 13 Make sure any heavy articles are stored in accordance with the loading procedure Tables should also be made secure 14 Lock the motorhome exterior door remember to take out your keys 15 Check your external rear view...

Page 13: ...e new wheel Removing the Spare Wheel CAUTION Exercise care when lowering the wheel frame due to its weight Removal a The spare is located beneath the floor at the rear of the vehicle b Toolkit is stored in bed locker c Lower the spare wheel using the base vehicle winding mechanism accessed through a bung located in the offside skirt remove threaded bung locate jack winder into winding mechanism an...

Page 14: ...table legs secured in their retaining clips Furniture lids are lowered cupboards and flaps are closed and secured The refrigerator door is closed and secured by its travelling catch The retractable rear step if fitted is folded away or if a separate step is supplied it is safely stowed in the vehicle Roof ventilators are closed and locked in the down position The bathroom is not used whilst the ve...

Page 15: ...der also how you will move your motorhome when leaving the site For example on sloping ground in wet conditions pitch facing downhill Levelling The optional rear corner steadies which can be lowered by using the brace supplied are designed to give greater stability to the vehicle when it is stationary on site The brace is stored in the wardrobe Note On no account should the rear corner steadies be...

Page 16: ...5 2 ARRIVAL AT SITE ...

Page 17: ...ilation which are stated by the European Standards Under no circumstances must these vents be blocked or obstructed It is advised that fixed ventilation points and any protective screens are checked and cleaned if necessary on a regular basis Fresh air circulation should be allowed below the motorhome when appliances are in use and when flues terminate below the floor to allow free evacuation of t...

Page 18: ...aning of any of them you should contact your supplying Auto Sleeper dealer Please read the following carefully In the interests of safety replacement parts for appliances should conform to the appliance manufacturer s specification and should be fitted by them or their authorised agent WARNINGS 1 Never use portable cooking or heating equipment other than electric heaters that are not of the direct...

Page 19: ...onds when the unit it not in alarm Try the following 1 Inspect for obvious damage 2 Visually check that unit contains recommended battery type 3 Check that battery is properly connected 4 Gently vacuum as recommended above 5 Replace battery If these procedures do not correct the problem do NOT attempt repairs Contact the manufacturer Carbon Monoxide Alarm A Fire Angel CO 808 battery operated alarm...

Page 20: ...uick succession every 5 seconds This indicates that the detector is now monitoring continously for CO and may be tested using a known source of CO Step 3 Light a cigarette or an incense stick using a match or lighter Extinguish the lighter or put out the match and place it into a dish of water Step 4 Turn the alarm on its side so that the vents nearest the Test Reset button on the side of the alar...

Page 21: ...xide You should treat this as a High Level Alarm and act accordingly Low Battery Error Warning When your battery needs replacing the High LEvel LED will continue to flash once per minute and the detector will chirp once per minute for up to 30 days Replace the battery immediately When there is no battery in place the red missing battery indicator will appear at the top of the unit to remind you to...

Page 22: ...ry cover and return the detector to the origiinal position d When the battery is first inserted the detector will shortly emit a single beep and the LEDs will flash to indicate that the battery is properly connected e Your advanced FireAngel detector does not require a proplonged power up period If you have followed all of the above steps correctly your unit will begin monitoring for CO in 20 minu...

Page 23: ...ve the detector to a safe location and store in a plastic bag before painting wall papering using or performing any other activities that use materials that emit strong fumes WARNING Your alarm will not detect CO when it is stored in this way Remember to remove it from the bag and replace the detector when these activities are finished Technical information Detector specifications Model CO 808 Sen...

Page 24: ...re informed by the Control Centre that your vehicle has been stolen you need to contact the police and obtain a crime reference number Then supply this number to the Control Centre detailed are on the HAL Locate registration card provided who will liaise directly with the police to locate and recover your vehicle Please read carefully the HAL 1000 user instructions supplied with your vehicle parti...

Page 25: ...terial specification Breathers Both tanks are fitted with breathers which allow air displacement when filling When filling the fresh water tank water may escape through these breathers this should give no cause for concern Frost Precaution If the vehicle is not being used during freezing conditions the water should be drained If the vehicle is being used in such conditions refer to the heater sect...

Page 26: ...aintenance The pump is fitted with a strainer which should be inspected and cleaned at frequent intervals The pump is a completely sealed unit no maintenance is required Helpful Hints Before switching on place the pump in water and shake for a few seconds in a horizontal or inverted position to release trapped air This will ensure successful priming and should be repeated after refilling the water...

Page 27: ... Remember You may also have to adjust the pressure switch to cope with changes in voltage from either battery or mains Do so using the above instructions If setting of pressure switch is still not correct you may experience Pump running continuously even with tap closed If undiscovered could result in pump failure and flat battery Most likely causes are that present voltage is significantly lower ...

Page 28: ...ment The gas regulator has a working pressure of 30mbar and is suitable for both propane and butane liquefied petroleum gas There are dedicated hoses available for different types of gas bottle They are also available for camping gas and other mainland Europe LPG suppliers Please contact your retailer who will have a stock of these hoses Note Regulator valves should always be in the OFF position w...

Page 29: ...ry of dirt or insects iv Release retaining strap v Remove cylinder from gas locker and stand on ground vi Fit plastic protecting cap to cylinder Full cylinder i Place cylinder in cradle in gas locker ii Remove plastic protector from cylinder iii Connect the gas hose iv Connect retaining strap v Turn on cylinder valve and then systematically relight appliances as required If cylinders other than th...

Page 30: ...re they are well away from heat VENTILATION General Fixed ventilation is a statutory requirement in all motorhomes These ventilation apertures are positioned at both high and low level and for your safety should not be obstructed even partially Low Level Ventilation Under each appliance is a fixed ventilation aperture of a size commensurate with the rating of the appliance itself It is either gauz...

Page 31: ...ng prior to collapse THERE IS NO DANGER WHEN ADEQUATE VENTILATION IS PROVIDED When you are cooking it is essential to provide additional ventilation such as opening windows near grill cooker or oven Roof mounted Flue installations All flue installations should be inspected once a year throughout their length for corrosion Flues should be replaced if any sign of perforation is found Ensure that the...

Page 32: ...ot in use Never use gas appliances without adequate ventilation All gas appliances require a plentiful supply of fresh air for correct operation Fixed ventilators or air inlets should not be stopped up Where practicable turn off all appliances before retiring to bed preferably at the cylinder or inlet to the motorhome or other dwelling Unless the appliance incorporates automatic ignition when ligh...

Page 33: ...otect from traffic Caution Be aware that the 12V appliances except the refrigerator will not operate whilst the ignition is switched on and the vehicle engine running The master switch on the electrical control panel controls the 12 volt supply IT IS IMPORTANT THAT THE MAIN SWITCH AT THE SITE SUPPLY POINT SHOULD BE SWITCHED OFF THE SUPPLY FLEXIBLE CABLE DISCONNECTED AND ANY COVER REPLACED ON THE S...

Page 34: ...al systems and appliances except by qualified persons Lampholder plugs bayonet cap adaptors should not in any circumstances be used CAUTION Electrical heaters have the potential to draw 8 amps at 2kW It is therefore advisable to check the supply rating before switching on two loads items greater than the supply as this may cause an overload and the circuit breaker to trip OVERSEAS CONNECTION Note ...

Page 35: ...at connections are made exactly as shown If terminal markings are not in accordance with the diagram they must be ignored If in doubt consult a qualified electrician The legal length of the mains inlet cable is 25 2 metres When in use it must be fully uncoiled and protected from traffic MOTORHOME MAINS INLET ...

Page 36: ...ed for additional components The dual regulator charges both the vehicle and leisure batteries simultaneously System Monitor Circuit Monitors key components within the power supply to ensure optimum operation A simple traffic light indicator shows the power supply status Enhanced Digital Control Panel With scrolling menu system battery condition voltage and current water tank levels tank and batte...

Page 37: ...tery while it is being charged This process allows the charger to use higher charging voltages and to accurately control the charging current No other equipment may be connected directly to the battery while charging is taking place This intelligent battery charger draws power from the power converter see 3 4 when the mains 230v supply is turned on and from the vehicle alternator when the engine i...

Page 38: ... the PSU by the means of a dear indication that illuminates in different colours depending on the PSU status MCB Rating Wire Colour Description 1 10 Amps White 230v Sockets 2 10 Amps White Yellow for heater Extra 230v Sockets Heater 3 6 Amps Black Blue for water heater Fridge Water Heater 12v Charger internally connected Mains supply on PSU status good Mains supply off PSU status good Mains supply...

Page 39: ...R replace with a higher value rating as this could damage the wiring harness If a replacement fuse blows do not keep replacing the fuse as you could damage the wiring harness Please investigate the fault and contact your dealer The following table shows the fuse allocation for the 12 fuses fitted to the EC325PSU Leisure load Available power for battery charger 10A 15A 15A 10A 20A 5A 25A 0A Fuse Ra...

Page 40: ...hould not be necessary to remove the battery other than for routine inspection of the terminals and topping up of the battery fluid where applicable Please see instructions supplied with the battery Note Do not over discharge the battery One of the most common causes of battery failure is when the battery is discharged below the recommended level of approximately 10v Discharging a battery below th...

Page 41: ...adjust the selected setting see section 4 3 Use to scroll the display down readings section of the menu or adjust the selected setting see section 4 2 Use to select a men item within the settings section see section 4 2 4 3 Power ON OFF The adjacent LED is illuminated when the power is ON The adjacent LED is illuminated when the VEHICLE battery is selected by default when the power is initially tu...

Page 42: ...board leisure battery See also 3 7C Less than 10 9 Poor 10 9 to 11 4 Fair 11 9 to 14 4 Good Voltage reading and battery condition descriptionfor the vehicle battery See also 3 7C Less than 10 9 Poor 10 9 to 11 8 Fair 11 9 to 14 4 Good Indication of the 230V mains supply ON mains supply on OFF mains supply off Shows the type of battery configured within the EC325PSU The leisure battery type can be ...

Page 43: ...ecome a nuisance Display Description Options Notes 0 1 2 Full 50 1 2 Full optional level that is not normally fitted by most manufacturers 100 Full External temperature in degrees centigrade as measured by the external temperature probe Only available in H specification systems see start of section 4 2 Current in Amps being drawn from or charged into the selected battery If a solar panel is fitted...

Page 44: ...the internal tank from the external tank Use the select button to START or STOP Will have no effect if the external pump is already switched on see above Will not operate if the internal fresh water tank is showing 100 full Access to set the internal clock Press the select button to select HOUR Use the up down buttons to change Press the select button to select MINUTE Use the buttons to change Pre...

Page 45: ...INUTE OFF Use the buttons to change Press the select button to exit 4 4 Event Timer example The event timer is designed to allow the leisure vehicle user to turn the 12v power on or off in the same way as using the control panel power button without being in the vehicle This allows lights or other equipment to be turned on or off at a predetermined time Example to turn on one interior light at 11 ...

Page 46: ...Reverse Polarity indicator on the EC325PSU and ensure that the indicator is NOT illuminated If the indicator is illuminated see section 5 2 F Check Miniature Circuit Breakers Locate the MCB s within the EC325PSU adjacent to the RCD and ensure they are all in the ON up position If any MCB s fail to latch in the on position see section 5 2 G Turn the EC325PSU ON Locate the green power switch on the ...

Page 47: ... normal side effect when using some types of generator Instead of connecting the neutral conductor to earth some generators centre tap the earth connection making both neutral and live conductors 110V above earth This 110V difference causes the neon polarity indicator to illuminate In most cases it is still safe to use the generator but please consult the generator handbook for further information...

Page 48: ...tch on i position switch will illuminate Battery not connected and Install charged battery as per 3 7 or charged Power switch on control Turn power on at control panel panel not switched to ON Battery flat Battery fuse blown Recharge battery check fuses check charging voltage is present at battery Fuse blown Check all fuses are intact and the correct value fuse is installed as per fuse table Equip...

Page 49: ...5 Volts nominal Current 25 Amps max 325 Watts 4 x Fresh water level 2 x Waste water level 1 x Engine running 2 x battery temp sensor via a 10 way connector Data communication and power to Control Panel via 20 way IDC header connector IP31 Ambient 0 to 35º Centrigrade PSU case temperature with full load 65ºC Max INPUT 230V Integrated CHARGER OUTPUT 230V INPUT 12V SOLAR INPUT OUTPUT 12V Signal INPUT...

Page 50: ...that you will need to be familiar with before attempting to use the system these are The EC500 series Power Supply Unit PSU a combined mains consumer unit and 12V controller The EC480 series Control Panel CP a remotely located user control panel used to turn circuits on and off and to display battery and water tank information The PX 300 Battery Charger Power Supply A separate air cooled 300 Watt ...

Page 51: ...nformation is contained elsewhere in this manual B Switch the PSU internal Power Converter OFF Locate the green Charger power switch on the PSU and ensure the switch is in the off position button out before connection to the mains supply C Connect the Hook up Lead Firstly connect the supplied hook up lead orange cable with blue connectors to the Leisure Vehicle and then connect to the mains supply...

Page 52: ...ate when the lights are on The lights will be turned on and off automatically each time the power button is operated This button is also present on the PSU unit so this feature can also be operated from the PSU Battery Select By default the leisure battery is selected as the power source if no mains supply is present or as the battery to be charged when the mains supply is available To change the ...

Page 53: ...an infrared remote control This control can be used to control some of the control panel functions as follows The power button works in the same manner as the control panel power button Point the remote towards the control panel and press the button to turn the power on or off The B button works the same as the control panel lights button Press the button to turn the lights on or off The A button ...

Page 54: ...ecessary adjustments as required Should you wish to review the possible options settings further information can be sourced from www sargentltd co uk 3 2 Residual Current Device Miniature Circuit Breakers The Residual Current Device RCD is basically provided to protect the user from lethal electric shock The RCD will turn off trip if the current flowing in the live conductor does not fully return ...

Page 55: ...rects the charger power and solar power if a solar panel is installed to maintain the leisure and vehicle batteries at an optimal level 3 5 Leisure Battery 3 5 1 Type Selection For optimum performance and safety it is essential that only a proprietary brand LEISURE battery is used with a typical capacity of 75 to 120 Ah Ampere hours A normal vehicle battery is NOT suitable This battery should alwa...

Page 56: ...power is turned on and the vehicle battery level falls below 10 9V a warning beep will be heard and information will be shown on the screen If no action is taken the system will switch over from the vehicle battery to the leisure battery To cancel the warning press the select button These warnings will not be repeated unless the power switch is turned off and on again This is to ensure the warning...

Page 57: ... press the select button These warnings will not be repeated unless the water pump power switch is turned off and on again This is to ensure the warning does not become a nuisance 3 8 Frost Protection On vehicles fitted with water tank frost protection the EC480 control panel frost protect switch can be used to turn the feature on or off Note This feature is NOT enabled at the time of manufacture ...

Page 58: ...ll be turned off will remain visible for 1 minute Step still out When the engine is started and the step Message on screen and rapid beeps has failed to retract automatically from the control panel The beeping will not stop until the fault is cleared Mains lead hook up When the engine is started and the Message on screen and repeated cable still connected mains cable is still plugged in and beeps ...

Page 59: ...s 6 20 Amps Yellow Leisure Battery 7 20 Amps Yellow Vehicle Battery 8 10 Amps Red Fans 9 10 Amps Red Power Circuits 10 10 Amps Red Lighting Circuit 1 11 10 Amps Red Lighting Circuit 2 12 10 Amps Red En route Circuits 13 10 Amps Red Tank Heaters 14 10 Amps Red Future Supply 15 25 Amps White Charger fitted internally to PSU The following table shows details of the fuse s located at the Leisure batte...

Page 60: ...light is on when using my Generator This is a normal side effect when using some types of generator Instead of connecting the neutral conductor to earth some generators centre tap the earth connection making both neutral and live conductors 110V above earth This 110V difference causes the neon polarity indicator to illuminate In most cases it is still safe to use the generator but please consult t...

Page 61: ...15 Contact details Sargent Electrical Services Limited provide a technical help line during office hours Please contact 01482 678981 if you require technical help For out of hour support please refer to the tech support section of the Sargent web site www sargentltd co uk 4 EC480 Control Panel In addition to the information contained in section 2 5 Control Panel Operation the following section pro...

Page 62: ...ttons and work on a continuous loop basis The selected screen may be changed automatically by the system depending on the action being performed 4 4 1 Splash Screen This screen shows the header and footer detail along with the Auto Sleepers logo 4 4 2 System Levels Screen This screen shows from left to right V Vehicle battery voltage gauge This gauge shows the voltage of the Vehicle battery in bar...

Page 63: ...e Active battery the currently selected battery in bar format with the precise reading shown at the top of the bar The actual bar changes colour according to the battery voltage Less than 10 9V red Poor 10 9V to 11 8V yellow Fair 11 9V to 14 4V green Good AH Leisure battery calculated capacity percentage of Amp Hours When the leisure battery is active selected this gauge will be shown The gauge sh...

Page 64: ...o move to minutes and adjust with the up down buttons Press select again to move to alarm on off Press the up down buttons to adjust the setting If the alarm is turned on a bell symbol will be shown in the header area Set Timer event on Time Press the select button to move to timer hour setting Press the up down buttons to adjust the setting then press select again to move to minutes and adjust wi...

Page 65: ...Warnings Screens The system can display a number of warnings The control panel will beep and display the appropriate message Press the select button to cancel the warning See sections 3 4B and 3 8 for an explanation of typical system warnings ...

Page 66: ...on of the 230V mains supply ON mains supply on OFF mains supply off Water level in the fresh water tank 0 1 4 Full Nearly empty 5 measurement levels 25 1 4 Full If the water pump power switch is turned 50 1 2 Full ON and the water level drops below 25 75 3 4 Full a warning beep will be heard and the LCD 100 Full display will flash To cancel the warning press the select button The warning will not ...

Page 67: ...ernal tank Will not operate if the Internal Use the select button to START or Fresh water tank is showing 100 STOP Full Access to set the internal clock Please note the clock uses a 24 Press the select button to select hour cycle HOUR Use the up down buttons to change Press the select button to select MINUTE Use the up down buttons to change Press the select button to exit Access to set the alarm ...

Page 68: ...button to switch indicates that the event timer is set This WARNING display indicates that the You can switch over to the Vehicle battery voltage is low 10 9 volts or Leisure battery immediately less The panel will beep for one minute and and cancel the beep by using then switch over to the Leisure Battery to the battery selector switch prevent draining the Vehicle battery This WARNING display ind...

Page 69: ...8 128mm Current 3A max 1 2kg DC Output 13 6 to 14 4 Volts nominal Current 25 Amps max 300 Watts Overall size HxWxD 50 x 250 x 135mm Signal INPUT 4 x Fresh water level 4 x Waste water level 1 x Engine Fresh water negative sensed running plus multiple vehicle connections Waste water negative sensed Data IN OUT CANBUS Data communication and power to Control Panel via 6 way connector IP rating IP31 Op...

Page 70: ...7 46 CONNECTION OF SERVICES 12V 230V WIRING DIAGRAM ...

Page 71: ...issible Laden Mass is a figure given by the manufacturer of the base vehicle It is the combined maximum permitted weight of the vehicle and all of its contents both inside and out The MTPLM is unaffected by the Auto Sleeper conversion Mass in Running Order MRO The Mass in Running Order is defined as the mass of the standard converted vehicle with bodywork including the following Coolants oil and w...

Page 72: ...be weighed on a weighbridge You may wish to allocate the user payload to suit your own use For example to increase the available payload the water system may be emptied If the vehicle is not being used for camping the gas bottles can be left at home to increase the mass available for other items Gross Train Mass GTM If you are towing a trailer with your Auto Sleeper the Gross Train Weight is the m...

Page 73: ...ayload 448 486 tba Designated Passenger Seats excluding driver 1 3 1 Conventional Load 75kg per person 75 225 75 Essential Habitation Equipment 155 155 155 Personal Effects standard minimum figure 76 96 76 Remainder for Personal Effects Options Accessories 142 10 tba Optional Awning Optional Microwave Oven Optional Solar Panel Gross Train Mass 4900 5100 4900 MBTM 1600 1600 1600 Axle Weights Front ...

Page 74: ...ded 2690 2690 2690 Overall Width mirrors folded 2320 2320 2320 Overall Height 2900 3005 2900 Internal Height maximum 1960 1960 1960 Internal Height minimum 1920 1920 1920 Double bed transverse 2100 x 1400 2100 x 1380 tba Single bed nearside 1850 x 700 1850 x 550 tba Single bed offside 1750 x 700 1750 x 620 tba Overcab bed n a 1900 x 1300 n a Fresh water tank capacity litres 102 102 102 Waste water...

Page 75: ...hese appliances have fixed aeration and no adjustment is required Depending on the gas being used the burners should flame as follows Propane The flames should burn quietly with a blue green colour with no sign of yellow tips Butane Normally on initial lighting a small amount of yellow tipping will occur and then slightly increase as the burner heats up Using the Hob gas burners Cautions Glass lid...

Page 76: ...ATE LOW RATE and burn off the coating Use a medium to high setting for 3 5 minutes A non toxic smoke may occur during this process Allow it to cool then season To season first heat the hotplate for 30 seconds on a medium setting then switch off Pour a minimal amount of unsalted vegetable oil onto a clean dry cloth or paper towel and apply a thin coat of oil to the hotplate surface Wipe off any exc...

Page 77: ...he first time use soap and water and rinse carefully 3 To light open door push in the control knob and turn to gas mark 9 Hold a lighted match or taper to the burner and push the control knob in and hold The burner should ignite and the control knob should be held in for 10 15 seconds before release If the burner goes out repeat procedure holding control knob for slightly longer 4 For models fitte...

Page 78: ...rotruding door giving easy access to the inside of the oven WARNING Pans or other utensils MUST NOT be placed on the door when in its open position To open the door 1 Pull the handle forward and down as with any other drop down door 2 When in fully open position push the door horizontally to slide the door in 3 Continue pushing until door stops in the parked position below the oven To close the do...

Page 79: ...an be ignited by depressing the ignition button which is located on the fascia Ignition must be carried out with the door open and if the burner has not lit within 15 seconds the control knob should be released and the grill left for at least 1 minute before a further attempt to ignite the burner 4 On first use of the grill it should be heated for about 20 minutes to eliminate any residual factory...

Page 80: ...old The burner should ignite and the control knob should be held in for 10 15 seconds before release If the burner goes out repeat procedure holding control knob for slightly longer 3 For models fitted with spark ignition the procedure is similar except that the burner can be ignited by depressing the ignition button which is located on the fascia Ignition must be carried out with the door open an...

Page 81: ...recipe carefully then find a similar dish in our guide and use our shelf position and gas mark setting recommendation Shelf positions are from the top down When roasting with aluminium foil care must be taken that the foil does not impair circulation or block the oven flue outlet Important Always ensure food is properly cooked prior to serving Do s and Don ts Do read the user instructions carefull...

Page 82: ...ck browning Dish Gas Mark Shelf Position Cooking Time Scones 7 2 8 15 mins Small cakes 5 2 15 25 mins Victoria sandwich 4 2 20 30 mins Very rich fruit cake 2 2 Approx 60 mins per 500g Puff pastry 8 2 15 30 mins Flaky pastry 7 2 15 30 mins Shortcrust pastry 6 2 15 55 mins Shortbread fingers 3 2 25 30 mins Ginger nuts 5 2 12 16 mins Rice pudding 2 3 100 120 mins Baked custard 3 3 50 60 mins Fruit cr...

Page 83: ...ilar ones in one of the overhead lockers above the TV ready for a de coder to be connected There is also an external cable input socket on the offside of the vehicle with two input sockets One is for connection of a satellite dish and is wired to the de coder connection point in the overhead locker The other is for connection of a digital TV external aerial and is wired directly to the TV points N...

Page 84: ... heater output All three energy selection options can be used for winter deployment With gas operation the unit automatically selects the output level that is required Depending on the fuse protection at the camping site power of 900W 3 9A or 1800W 7 8A can be manually selected for electrical operation If more output is required e g heating up or low outside temperatures gas or mixed operation sho...

Page 85: ...equirement and the type of vehicle For an average room temperature of about 23ºC we recommend a thermostat setting of about 4 a Power selection rotary switch b Electric operation 230V 1800W c Electric operation 230V 900W d Gas operation e Mixed operation gas and electricity 900W f Mixed operation gas and electricity 1800W g Yellow LED on Electrical operation Winter mode only In summer mode the uni...

Page 86: ...ves out position w The water in the boiler drains out through the drainage muff x The FrostControl drainage muff x must be free of contamination slush ice leaves etc at all times so the water can drain out easily No warranty given for frost damage Taking into operation Note Heating is possible without restrictions with gas electrical and mixed operation with or without water Check to make sure the...

Page 87: ...re The yellow LED p water s heat up phase will be lit only when the water temperature is below 5ºC The device automatically selects the requires power setting in accordance with the temperature difference between the temperature selected on the control panel and the current room temperature Once the room temperature selected on the control panel has been reached the heater switches off The warm ai...

Page 88: ...on and engaged Close the drain valve by pushing the push button until it engages Note When the temperature at FrostControl is below about 7ºC first switch on the heater to warm the installation compartment and FrostControl After several minutes when the temperature at FrostControl is above 7ºC the drain valve can be closed Switch on power for water pump main or pump switch Open hot water taps in k...

Page 89: ...Note Once the water in the boiler has reached a temperature of 60ºC the burner will switch off and the yellow LEd p will go out The unit must stay switched on for at least 30 minutes and no warm water may be removed The residual heat in the heat exchanger will heat the water up to 70ºC Fuses 12V The fuse is in the electronics beneath the connection cover Replace the unit s fuse only with an identi...

Page 90: ...rheating switch If the 12V power supply is interrupted during operation or during the after run period for example the temperatures within the unit could activate the overheating protection To reset the overheating protection allow heater to cool remove connection cover and press red reset button ...

Page 91: ...ter operating for a longer Hot air outlets blocked Check individual outlet apertures period of time the heater switches to failure Recirculated air intake Remove blockage from recirculated air intake Gas pressure regulator iced up Use regulator heating EisEx Butane content in the gas Use propane at temperatures below 10ºC in particular butane is cylinder too high unsuitable for heating purposes Gr...

Page 92: ...ycle All LCD refrigerators have an automatic defrosting cycle which is activated at the end of each 49 hours of operation The system switches itself off and on again when defrosted and resets the internal timer There is normally no need to manually defrost the refrigerator Door locking mechanism The refrigerator door has an automatic locking mechanism The door locks automatically when you press it...

Page 93: ...splay will show the selected option Powering with electricity Powering with electricity can be selected by the AUTO mode or manually AUTO mode mains voltage 230V This energy source will be selected if the mains voltage is greater than 200V AUTO mode direct current 12V This energy source will be selected only if mains voltage 230V is unavailable the vehicle engine is running and a voltage higher th...

Page 94: ...he door locking mechanism to hold the door open in order to prevent unpleasant odours and mould in the refrigerator Maintenance Regular maintenance is necessary to ensure the correct functioning of your refrigerator Cleaning Clean the refrigerator with a soft cloth and mild detergent Dust the refrigerator with a soft moistened cloth Do not use soap or aggressive detergents that are abrasive or sod...

Page 95: ...ion 12 of the handbook Maintenance checklist Your refrigerator will give years of trouble free use if you run through this check list regularly Keep the refrigerator clean Check that the refrigerator is defrosting itself regularly Check the door closing mechanism regularly as previously described Make sure that the ventilation grills are not blocked Regularly clean the ventilation grills Vent scre...

Page 96: ...efective Fit new fuse number 3 12V DC Habitation battery is flat Test the battery and charge it Refrigerator will not refrigerate Insufficient ventilation Check whether the ventilation sufficiently grills are covered Thermostat set too low Increase the setting of the thermostat Too much ice on the condenser Check that the door shuts properly and defrost the fridge Too much food stored Let the food...

Page 97: ...our controls are in manual DC mode and the engine is not present and control is in manual running The refrigerator can only cool on 12V when the DC mode engine is running Start the engine or select a different energy source 11 No energy source is available Your controls are in AUTO mode but no energy source is and control is in AUTO mode available Start the engine connect the 230V supply or open t...

Page 98: ...g easy Sliding cover opens and closes automatically when sliding the cassette in and out Guarantees optimal hygiene Valve blade and blade seal Vent button vents the cassette to avoid splashing while emptying Handgrip Valve blade opener Access door Locks from outside the motorhome Preparing for use Following is a brief illustrated step by step guide For more detailed information please refer to man...

Page 99: ...upwards 4 Remove dosage cap and pour out spout Add toilet fluid in the dosage cup Add approx 2L of water through spout to cover tank bottom Replace cap return pour out spout to original stored position 5 Slide the holding tank into position through access door Never force insertion as this can cause damage to the toilet 6 Make sure the retaining clip secures the holding tank Close and lock the acc...

Page 100: ...water to the bowl by pressing the flush button Release button to stop 10 After use open the blade by pushing the blade handle in an anti clockwise direction and press the flush button 11 After flushing close the blade by pushing the blade handle clockwise The toilet may also be used with the valve blade open which allows the waste to pass directly into the holding tank 12 Open access door and remo...

Page 101: ...ile draining the water supply system of the motorhome Empty the cassette Leave the blade of the cassette open Do not replace cap on spout this helps to keep the cassette dry Cold weather use The cassette can be used in cold weather when the motorhome is heated When the vehicle is not heated for more than a day or a night winterise the cassette High Altitude and hot weather use Changes in altitude ...

Page 102: ... the switch located adjacent to the entrance door Note When extending the step hold the switch until the step is completely extended NEVER MOUNT THE STEP IF RETRACTED OR IF NOT FULLY EXTENDED because then the blocking is not working and the motor can be damaged Caution In the event of the rear step being left extended a buzzer positioned behind the dashboard will sound when the ignition is switche...

Page 103: ...ding on model Adjacent to this is a stainless steel sink concealed by a Chinchilla glass lid which may be used as a chopping board and a chrome mixer tap Below the worktop are various storage cupboards and drawers the exact layout dependant on the model Extra serving space is provided by a worktop extension which slides out above the fridge and another which folds up on the side of the kitchen uni...

Page 104: ...9 30 FITTED EQUIPMENT ARRANGEMENT OF EQUIPMENT LANCASHIRE EK ES ...

Page 105: ...9 31 FITTED EQUIPMENT ARRANGEMENT OF EQUIPMENT LANCASHIRE EL ...

Page 106: ... it Below this drawer in the base of the wardrobe unit is fitted the Truma Combi space and water heater On the rear wall of the wardrobe is found the Sargent electrical control box along with the 230V electricity isolation switch for the Combi heater and the gas isolation taps The controls for the Combi heater are located on the lounge side of the wardrobe wall Storage Storage is provided by the c...

Page 107: ... Circuit Breakers MCBs On Electrical Control Unit front panel Radio rear speakers Below rear overhead lockers Reading lights Below lockers all individually switched Residual Current Device RCD On Electrical Control Unit front panel Safe when fitted At back of lower kitchen cupboard TV aerial socket One on lounge side of cocktail cabinet One inside rear nearside overhead locker One below rear nears...

Page 108: ...tba Main 12V control panel Upper bulkhead adjacent to door Main 12V switch for lighting On control panel Microwave oven isolation switch tba Miniature Circuit Breakers MCBs On Electrical Control Unit front panel Radio rear speakers tba Reading lights Below lockers all individually switched Residual Current Device RCD On Electrical Control Unit front panel Safe when fitted tba TV aerial socket tba ...

Page 109: ...are pushed into the recesses in the opposite facing seat box Then lay the detachable side cushion double bed infills on top of the seat runners make sure that the cushions are in the correct position so that the wedges underneath the cushion stop the infills from moving There is a centre support fitted to the back of the infill cushion this should be lowered into position before using as a bed Ove...

Page 110: ...9 36 FITTED EQUIPMENT NORMAL SEATING ASSEMBLY LANCASHIRE EK ...

Page 111: ...9 37 FITTED EQUIPMENT SINGLE BED ASSEMBLY LANCASHIRE EK ...

Page 112: ...9 38 FITTED EQUIPMENT DOUBLE BED ASSEMBLY LANCASHIRE EK ...

Page 113: ...9 39 FITTED EQUIPMENT NORMAL SEATING ASSEMBLY LANCASHIRE ES ...

Page 114: ...9 40 FITTED EQUIPMENT BENCH SEAT SETTEE ASSEMBLY LANCASHIRE ES ...

Page 115: ...9 41 FITTED EQUIPMENT SINGLE BED ASSEMBLY LANCASHIRE ES ...

Page 116: ...9 42 FITTED EQUIPMENT DOUBLE BED ASSEMBLY LANCASHIRE ES ...

Page 117: ...9 43 FITTED EQUIPMENT OVERCAB BED LANCASHIRE ES ...

Page 118: ...9 44 FITTED EQUIPMENT NORMAL SEATING ASSEMBLY LANCASHIRE EL ...

Page 119: ...9 45 FITTED EQUIPMENT DOUBLE BED ASSEMBLY LANCASHIRE EL ...

Page 120: ...T LANCASHIRE ES Item Part No Description Cushion type Qty Notes 1 CS0161 CAB SEAT RH 1 2 CS0161 CAB SEAT LH 1 4 CS0310 F F SEAT BASE CUSHION 2 5 CS0310 BENCH SEAT BACKREST DOUBLE BED INFILL 2 6 CS0310 F F SEAT BACKREST 2 7 CS0310 WALL INFILL CUSHION 2 8 CS0310 F F SEAT HEADREST 2 9 CS0313 ROOF MATTRESS 1 10 CS0313 ROOF MATTRESS 1 11 CS0313 ROOF MATTRESS 1 12 CS0310 REAR SIDE FIXED CUSHION 2 13 CS0...

Page 121: ...which means they can be opened to any required position They incorporate a separate sliding flyscreen and night blind which can operate even if the ventilator is open Insulation The Lancashire is insulated largely in polystyrene a material with high insulation qualities This is used in the construction of the floor body sides rear panel and ceiling and contributes greatly to the insulation qualiti...

Page 122: ...and hairdryers Safety overload protection is provided by the MCBs located under the cover on the front of the electrical control box An EM50 electrical interface adaptor box is located on the bulkhead behind the driver s seat This contains fuses and relays for systems connected directly to the base vehicle electrical system and these are unlikely to require attention from the owner At least one 12...

Page 123: ...first using very fine 1200 grit or finer abrasive paper Rubbing compound will then remove the flatting marks created by the abrasive paper For deep gouge type scratches where the paint or gel may have been penetrated you should first seek the advice of your supplying Auto Sleeper dealer Removing Scratches from Acrylic Windows All windows except the chassis cab and Luton are manufactured in acrylic...

Page 124: ...o the tops of all furniture units Whilst these are hard wearing hot pans should not be placed directly on these surfaces since damage may result STAINLESS STEEL COMPONENTS External In the event of discolouration of the stainless steel ladder this should be removed with T Cut or any other mild abrasive and the surface protected with WD40 or a similar product Internal Do not clean stainless steel fi...

Page 125: ...uld be fully emptied by opening the drain valve located adjacent to the water heater see heater section for more details and the drain taps on both the fresh water tank and waste water tank left in the open position Likewise all internal taps should be left open and the water pump run until the last traces of water have come out of the taps Take the vehicle for a short drive with all the drain tap...

Page 126: ...the key To maintain the vehicle battery in good condition it is recommended that it is fully charged prior to storage and then recharged every 3 months Windows Open all windows fully Check all window seals are intact and shut firmly Ensure locks and over centre catches are applied as appropriate Automotive Follow the advice laid down by the base vehicle manufacturer In particular Secure the vehicl...

Page 127: ...y fault Refer to dealer Contacts dirty loose on Clean and check for tightness battery terminals Poor earthing Check earthing to chassis point Battery does not hold its Failed battery Check cells with hydrometer charge change electrolyte if necessary Current being drawn Check all appliances are off when not in use Battery discharges over a Poor battery cell condition Check cells with hydrometer sho...

Page 128: ...230V thermostat dial not on dial Element fault Refer to dealer Cooker Hotplate not heating No power Check MCB is on up Symptom Cause Remedy Water Heater not Fuse 11 blown Find fault and replace fuse with operating cuts out same rating Low battery charge Recharge battery Unit fault Refer to dealer Cooker ignition not operating Fuse 11 blown Find fault and replace fuse with same rating Spark unit fa...

Page 129: ... problem has been rectified In the event of a leaking cylinder if possible position the cylinder in an open area away from any sources of ignition Contact the site warden and or the local gas supplier Yellow flame Lack of primary air please note Refer to dealer yellow tipping to the flame is normal Orange flame Particles of dust or dirt in the Reduce the amount of dust in mixing tube being carried...

Page 130: ...replace fuse with same rating Water gauge does not Probe fault Refer to dealer check probe operate connections No hot water mains system Water heater tripped Check and press re set button No hot water gas system Gas module not lighting Refer to dealer Igniter not working Check 12V switched on Slow drainage from Blocked breathers in waste tank Drop tank and clear breathers sink shower tray Tip up h...

Page 131: ...ay your keys or other vital documentation Vehicle Type Vehicle Model Auto Sleepers Production Number Keys Ignition Key Door Key if applicable Fuel Filler if applicable Water Filler Gas Compartment Key Toilet Compartment Key Alarm Code if fitted AA RAC etc Membership Number Radio Security Code Supplying Dealer Contact Number ...

Page 132: ...11 2 USEFUL INFORMATION Superior craftsmanship within your reach at a dealer near you ...

Page 133: ...or dealers Any work carried out following the check and the sufficiency of the work in the check itself is subject to the contract between the customer and the dealer SECTION 1 BODY MOUNTING Body to Chassis Examine all fixings retaining the body to the chassis this may be direct or through a sub frame Where practical all fittings should be checked to ensure they are all present and correctly secur...

Page 134: ... should be free of rust and operate freely Removal flushing cleaning and replacing of tanks will be carried out at the prior request of the customer or will be done subsequently with other work Spare Wheel Remove spare wheel Check for damage Check typre pressure Check mounting frame for security to body and for secure retention of spare wheel Wheel Boxes Check for damage corrosion water seepage si...

Page 135: ... or Open Flame Heating Equipment Check for its presence The customer must be advised against its use Upper Bunks Check there is a secure means of access to upper bunks and that where applicable protection against falling out and entrapment is provided Curtains Blinds Nets Check track is secure and curtains draw freely without snagging Check blinds and or nets for correct operation Check flyscreens...

Page 136: ...der and feed hose is compatible Since the introduction of BS EN1949 the gas pressures for Butane blue cylinders and propane red cylinders have been harmonised across Europe The gas system pressure is now 30mbar for both gases The gas regulator is now fitted as standard equipment by Auto Sleepers Your supplying dealer will need to supply you with the correct hose compatible with the cylinder to be ...

Page 137: ... indication of too high a pressure although it may happen with grill burners whilst the frets are heating up A yellow flame will cause sooting and is an indication of too low a pressure Providing the regulator and piping have been checked and found satisfactory the above faults should not appear Flues Flues should be examined for security of fixing and for correct attachment to appliances and flue...

Page 138: ...s check for leaks and satisfactory draining of water from sinks etc Couplings and Fluids Check that the appropriate markings are used blue for fresh water grey for waste water Ensure a sealing off cover is supplied for each coupling Check that filler positions are designated petrol diesel or water as appropriate Toilet Waste Tank Check that any fixed tank intended to receive discharge from a toile...

Page 139: ...gation on the refrigerator and other main gas appliances where visible is checked If the flame is burning a wrong colour or burning too far from the jet we again advise you the customer as to how this should be rectified We also recommend and are only too happy to arrange for the refrigerator of your Auto Sleeper to be checked here at the Service Centre by a qualified Dometic engineer In this inst...

Page 140: ...CAB BODY RETENTION SECTION 2 WINDOWS WINDOWS SECTION 3 DOORS EXTERNAL INTERNAL SECTION 4 CHASSIS CORNER STEADIES FOLDING STEP WATER TANK MOUNTS SPARE WHEEL WHEEL BOXES SECTION 5 BODY EXTERIOR ROOF LIGHTS ROOF RACK AND LADDER MOULDINGS AND TRIM FLUE TERMINALS AIR VENTS SECTION 6 INTERNAL SEEPAGE CHECK FURNITURE DINETTE SEATS BEDS CURTAINS BLINDS NETS CAB SEATS FIRE EXTINGUISHER FIRE BLANKET WARNING...

Page 141: ... PIPING APPLIANCES SECTION 9 WATER SYSTEM FRESH WATER TANK WASTE WATER TANK FILTER PUMP SYSTEM CHECK WASTE WATER SYSTEM COUPLINGS FLUIDS SECTION 10 ELECTRICS 12 VOLT SYSTEM BATTERIES WIRING FUSES FUSE HOLDERS APPLIANCES MAINS 230 VOLT SYSTEM SECTION 11 VENTILATION HIGH LEVEL LOW LEVEL CHECK ITEM Manual OK Remarks Advice to Customers DEALER SIGNED DATE ...

Page 142: ...12 10 SERVICE DETAILS ...

Page 143: ... I Internal Layout 9 29 L Levelling 5 1 Loading of Weight 3 1 Location of Facilities 9 33 9 34 M Microwave 9 1 O Oven 9 4 R Refrigerator 9 18 Roof Rack Bars Ladder 3 1 S Safety 6 1 Air Bags 6 1 Awnings 6 1 Children 6 1 Fire Extinguishers 6 1 In case of fire 6 1 Ventilation 6 1 Seat Swivel 4 2 Seating Arrangement 9 36 9 39 9 44 Site Regulations 5 1 Siting your Motorhome 5 1 Smoke Alarm 6 2 Step Ele...

Page 144: ...13 2 NOTES Designed and Printed by Preset Graphics Tel 01332 205136 HB1096 MY 2011 Ref 21234 ...

Search results

Summary of Contents for lancashire ek

Reviews:

Related manuals for lancashire ek

Brands by name

Popular brands

Auto-Sleeper lancashire ek, Owner'S Manual

Search results

Summary of Contents for lancashire ek

Reviews:

Related manuals for lancashire ek

Brands by name

Popular brands