Auto-Sleepers Symbol Plus 2018, Manual

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SAFETY & SECURITY
Motorhome Theft
The theft of a motorhome can occur in the
most unlikely circumstances; from a
motorway service area, even from an owner’s
driveway.
Secure all windows and doors when your
motorhome is unoccupied even if only for a
short length of time.
Additional security
Consider fitting any device which might deter
or prevent intrusion by thieves. A wheel lock
prevents removal of the wheel.
Window etching of the chassis number is a
cost effective deterrent.
Free crime prevention
Advice about securing your motorhome,
protecting your valuables, property marking,
either at home or whilst on site, can be
obtained from the Crime Prevention Officer
through your local Police Station.
SECURITY
Chassis number
Record the chassis number and the factory
job number of your motorhome, and keep
them in a safe place at home.
The chassis number is a 17 digit number,
beginning with the letters VF3 and is found
stamped on a plate visible through a window
in the bottom left hand corner of the
windscreen. The chassis number is also
shown on the type approval plate, attached to
the passenger door pillar, along with the
permissible weight data.
The factory job number is an alphanumeric
code consisting of a letter followed by four
numbers, and is found on a label inside the
glove box.
Vehicle Location Device
Your vehicle has been fitted with a Sargent
satellite location device, which has been
installed in a concealed location. This is a
Thatcham category 6 approved device which
uses sophisticated GPS technology to detect
whether your vehicle has been moved
illegally.
If your vehicle is moved without the ignition
on, or if the battery is tampered with, an alert
will automatically be sent to your mobile
phone. You will then need to contact the
police to report the theft and obtain a crime
reference number.
The location device is activated when the
vehicle is built with a subscription which lasts
one year. At the end of the year it is
necessary to re-subscribe to maintain the
location service. Contact Sargent for more
information:
https://sargentltd.co.uk/tech-support
Telephone: 01482 678981
If you sell your vehicle or change your
contact details, particularly your mobile
phone number, please contact the Customer
Support team.
Note : For effective operation of the system
the leisure battery must be maintained in a
good state of charge at all times.