Dethleffs 2006 Globetrotter XXL Instruction Manual Download

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Globetrotter XXL - 11-06 - DET-0047-01

Hinged skylight

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Closing

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Insect screen

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Locking in ventilation position

. . . . . . . . . . . 54

Opening

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Roman shade

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Hinged window

Closing

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Continuous ventilation

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Opening

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Hot-water heater

240 V electrical operation, selecting

. . . . . . 92

Care

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123

Fluid level, checking

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124

Gas and 240 V electrical operation,
selecting

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

Gas operation, selecting

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

Heater, switching off

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

Heater, switching on

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

Heating fluid, topping up

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124

Heating system, bleeding

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125

Maintenance work

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123

Operating unit

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Rotational speed, circulating pump

. . . . . . . 93

Safety instructions

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Troubleshooting

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140

Independent vehicle heater

Maintenance

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125

Programming

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

Switching off

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

Switching on

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

Indicator lamp, toilet

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

Information stickers

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130

Initial start-up

After temporary lay-up

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121

After winter lay-up

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121

Inner door, troubleshooting

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143

Insect screen, cleaning

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

Insect screen, hinged skylight

Closing

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Opening

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Insect screen, windows

Closing

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Opening

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Insect screen, wind-up skylight

Closing

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Opening

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Inspection records

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Inspection work

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123

Inspections

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123

Inspection plan

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Records

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Interior care

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117

Interior lighting

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126

Bulbs, changing

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126

Keys

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Ladder, overcab bed

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

Ladder, rear

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Lamps

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126

Cleaning

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117

Lay-up

Temporary

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119

Winter lay-up

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120

LCD display

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81

Leakage water inside the vehicle

. . . . . . . . . . .142

Light switch

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Lighting

Lamps, cleaning

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117

Troubleshooting

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137

Lights see bulbs, changing

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126

Living area battery

Battery alarm

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83

Charging

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75

Discharging

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75

Fuses

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87

Instructions

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74

Position

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75

Troubleshooting

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138

139

Voltage, displaying

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82

Load

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Bike rack

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Double floor

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Rear garage

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Rear storage space

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Roof rack

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Load rack for roof loads

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Load see also payload

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Lock

Conversion door

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Driver's cabin partition

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

External flap

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Low beam

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .152

Summary of Contents for 2006 Globetrotter XXL

Page 1: ...the quality is closely checked This ensures that our products have a long service life In view of these strict requirements we guarantee top quality of our prod ucts and grant you a six year leakage guarantee of the body in accordance with our guarantee conditions see section 1 2 This instruction manual deals primarily with the body of your motorhome It will give you all important informa tion and...

Page 2: ...Globetrotter XXL 11 06 DET 0047 01EN Instruction manual ...

Page 3: ... 41 6 Pitching the motorhome 43 6 1 Handbrake 43 6 2 Wheel chocks 43 6 3 Supports 43 6 3 1 General instructions 43 6 3 2 Steady legs 43 6 4 Entrance step 44 6 5 240 V connection 44 7 Living 45 7 1 Doors 45 7 1 1 Conversion door outside 45 7 1 2 Conversion door inside 46 7 1 3 Window conversion door 46 7 2 External flaps 47 7 2 1 Flap lock with recessed handle 47 7 2 2 Sliding drawer 47 7 3 Driver ...

Page 4: ... 1 Refrigerator ventilation grill 100 10 6 2 Operation Dometic 7 series with automatic power selection and frame heater 101 10 6 3 Refrigerator door locking mechanism 103 10 7 Air conditioning unit 104 11 Sanitary fittings 107 11 1 Water supply general 107 11 2 Water tank 108 11 2 1 Fresh water filler neck with lid 108 11 2 2 Water drainage 108 11 2 3 Filling with water 109 11 2 4 Draining water 1...

Page 5: ... system 137 15 3 Gas system 139 15 4 Cooker 140 15 4 1 Gas cooker gas oven 140 15 4 2 Microwave oven 140 15 5 Heater boiler 140 15 6 Refrigerator 141 15 7 Water supply 142 15 8 Body 143 16 Special equipment 145 16 1 Weight details for special equipment 145 17 Helpful notes 147 17 1 Traffic rules in foreign countries 147 17 2 Help on Europe s roads 147 17 3 Speed limits and permissible dimensions 1...

Page 6: ...Contents 6 Globetrotter XXL 11 06 DET 0047 01EN ...

Page 7: ...andard 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 Vehicle data Model Car manufacturer type of engine Serial number Initial registration Purchased from company Expiry of the guarantee period Key number Chassis number Customer Address Surname Christian name Street No Postal co...

Page 8: ...nullify your warranty It cannot be renewed by carrying out an inspection at a later time As proof that the inspection has been completed there are designated cou pons in the Dethleffs guarantee booklet where inspection stamps are to be glued and endorsed by a stamp the date and the signature of a respective Dethleffs dealer 4 The guarantee begins on the day of the initial registration or delivery ...

Page 9: ...sioning 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 Signature and stamp of the Dethleffs dealer 1st year Water ingress test Signature and stamp of the Dethleffs dealer Paste inspection stamp here Water ingress test 1st year Water ingress test 1st year No de...

Page 10: ... by the manufacturers of the individual equipment Information is included in the service documents enclosed 2nd year Water ingress test Signature and stamp of the Dethleffs dealer Paste inspection stamp here Water ingress test 2nd year Water ingress test 2nd year No defects found Found defects 3rd year Water ingress test Signature and stamp of the Dethleffs dealer Paste inspection stamp here Water...

Page 11: ... by the manufacturers of the individual equipment Information is included in the service documents enclosed 4th year Water ingress test Signature and stamp of the Dethleffs dealer Paste inspection stamp here Water ingress test 4th year Water ingress test 4th year No defects found Found defects 5th year Water ingress test Signature and stamp of the Dethleffs dealer Paste inspection stamp here Water...

Page 12: ... Electrical system Function check Annually 11 Gas system Official gas inspection Every two years 12 Connections between the chassis and body Check Every two years 13 Underbody Visual check repair un derbody protection as necessary Every two years Pos Component Activity 1 1 Wheel housing Visual check 1 2 Rear wall floor plateau connection Visual check 1 2 1 Side wall in the direction of travel left...

Page 13: ...ure inside the vehicle walls window sec tions roof etc note changes in the colour of the decor Prescribed maximum values up to 20 normal If the values are above 20 check if it is due to accumulated condensation Measuring 3 1 Wheel housing Spray with Dethleffs special weatherproof solution 3 2 Rear wall floor plateau connection Spray with Dethleffs special weatherproof solution 3 3 Front wall floor...

Page 14: ...14 Globetrotter XXL 11 06 DET 0047 01EN Guarantee 1 ...

Page 15: ...escrip 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 guarantee claim is deemed invalid...

Page 16: ...osed of in drains or in the open countryside Only empty the waste water tank and Thetford cassette at disposal sta tions at camping sites or caravan sites that are especially provided for this purpose When stopping in towns and communities observe the instruc tions at caravan sites or ask where there are disposal stations On board collect waste water only in the built in waste water tank or if nec...

Page 17: ...he WC which can also be biologically degraded and only use small doses When staying in towns and communities for long periods search for parking areas which are specially reserved for motorhomes Enquire at the town or community authority about parking spaces Always leave the parking places in a clean condition ...

Page 18: ...18 Globetrotter XXL 11 06 DET 0047 01EN Introduction 2 ...

Page 19: ...tance of 30 cm between light and flammable objects Fire hazard Never use portable heating or cooking appliances Only authorised qualified personnel may make changes to the electrical system gas system or appliances Always have a dry powder fire extinguisher in the vehicle with at least 1 kg capacity The fire extinguisher must be approved tested and close at hand Have the fire extinguisher tested a...

Page 20: ...s Firmly apply the handbrake when parking the vehicle If the maximum permissible gross weight of the vehicle exceeds 4 tonnes wheel chocks must be used when parking on gradients The wheel chocks are provided as standard for vehicles with a maximum permissible gross weight exceeding 4 tonnes When leaving the vehicle it is imperative that all doors external flaps and windows are closed Carry a hazar...

Page 21: ...ore commencing the journey distribute the payload evenly within the vehicle see chapter 4 When loading the vehicle and when taking a rest from driving in order to load luggage or food for example observe the maximum permissible gross weight and axle loads refer to vehicle documents Before commencing the journey ensure that all cupboard doors the toilet compartment door and all drawers and flaps ar...

Page 22: ... of a defect of the gas system gas odour high gas consumption there is danger of explosion Close regulator tap on the gas bottle imme diately Open doors and windows and ventilate well If the gas system is defective Do not smoke do not ignite any open flames and do not operate electric switches light switches etc Have the defective gas system repaired by an authorised specialist workshop Open a sky...

Page 23: ...age Exhaust fumes must be able to escape into the atmosphere unhindered and fresh air must be able to enter unhindered For this reason no snow walls or aprons may be allowed to lie against the vehicle Keep the intake openings under the floor of the vehicle open and clean Gas bottles are only to be transported within the designated gas bottle compartment Place the gas bottles in vertical position i...

Page 24: ...s known and has been remedied Never bridge or repair fuses If the vehicle is not heated when there is risk of frost empty the entire water system Leave the water taps on in central position Leave all drain cocks open This will avoid frost damage to appliances and to the vehicle Water left standing in the water tank or in the water pipes becomes undrink able after a short period For this reason rin...

Page 25: ... doors fuel tank Two keys for conversion door of the body fresh water filler neck external flaps Always deposit a replacement key outside the vehicle Make a note of the key number The Dethleffs dealer will be able to offer assistance in case of loss 4 2 Registration Your motorhome is a vehicle which must be registered Observe national reg ulations on registration Please remember that certain count...

Page 26: ...ncludes lubricants such as oils and coolants which have been filled the on board tool set the spare wheel and a fuel tank which has been filled up to 90 75 kg are calculated for the weight of the driver regardless of how much the driver really weighs Basic equipment includes all equipment and fluids required for safe and proper vehicle use The weight of the basic equipment includes Water system fi...

Page 27: ...specifies the number of seats Additional equipment Additional equipment includes accessories and special equipment Examples of additional equipment include Caravan coupling Roof rail Awning Bike or motorcycle rack Satellite unit Microwave oven Chapter 16 lists the weights of the various items of special equipment they may also be obtained from the manufacturer Personal equipment Personal equipment...

Page 28: ...eady to drive condition The payload calculation at the factory is partly based on all inclusive weights For safety reasons the maximum permissible gross weight in a laden condition must not be exceeded Only the maximum permissible gross weight and the mass in a ready to drive condition not the actual weight of the vehicle is stated in the vehicle documents For your own safety we recommend that you...

Page 29: ...esult is the weight that is permitted for the actual load of the personal equipment 4 3 3 Loading the motorhome correctly Large storage spaces such as the rear garage also have room for heavy objects e g motorcycle This might mean that the axle load on the rear axle is exceeded For safety reasons never exceed the maximum permissible gross weight in a laden condition Distribute the load evenly on t...

Page 30: ...he load on the front axle is reduced by this value If the result is a negative value example 2 this means that the load on the front axle is increased Make a note of this value too Calculate all storage compartments of the vehicle in the same way In a last step add all weights calculated for the rear axle to the rear axle load and add or subtract all weights calculated for the front axle to from t...

Page 31: ...ing onto the ladder There is danger of slipping when the ladder is moist or icy Take care when stepping onto the roof There is danger of slipping when the roof is moist or icy Do not overload the roof Road behaviour and brake reaction deteriorate as the roof load increases If the vehicle is equipped with a roof rail load racks can be mounted on the roof rail for roof loads e g for surfboards rubbe...

Page 32: ...uce the load on the front axle due to the levering action The driving quality is impaired Depending on the vehicle equipment clamping rails with clamping eyelets are mounted in the rear garage or in the rear storage space Always secure loads onto the clamping eyelets Always use tightening straps or lashing nets for securing the load never rubber expanders When clamping loads always check that the ...

Page 33: ...e the permissible axle loads and maximum permissible gross weight when loading the bike rack Load the bike rack with bicycles only max four units Check the secure attachment of the bicycles on the bike rack after the first 10 km and then at each break in the journey Driving with a folded out bike rack without bicycles is not permitted Before every journey check Is the bike rack without bicycles fo...

Page 34: ...tep while it is being retracted or extended Do not step on the entrance step until it has extended completely There is a risk of injury Do not under any circumstances raise or lower persons or loads with the entrance step Take note of the different step heights and make certain that the ground is firm and even when exiting Do not grease or lubricate the pivot bearing and joints of the entrance ste...

Page 35: ...eave permanent impressions in the PVC floor covering Never wear shoes with pointed heels in the vehicle Before commencing the journey remove the television from the support and store it securely Before commencing the journey turn the flat screen and the screen holder back to the basic position and slide them in until they lock into place Close the TV cabinet Before commencing the journey ensure th...

Page 36: ...g snow chains the tyres wheel suspension and steering are subjected to an additional load When using snow chains drive slowly maximum speed 50 km h and only on streets which are completely cov ered with snow Otherwise the vehicle could be damaged Observe the fitting instructions issued by the manufacturer of the snow chains Only use snow chains approved by IVECO Do not fit snow chains on alloy whe...

Page 37: ...skylights closed and locked 20 Television secured in the TV cabinet or removed from the sup port and stored securely 21 Television antenna retracted if one is built in 22 Loose parts stored away or fixed in position 23 Open storage spaces empty 24 Refrigerator door secured 25 All drawers and flaps closed 26 Living area doors and sliding doors secured 27 Children s seats mounted to seats with three...

Page 38: ...38 Globetrotter XXL 11 06 DET 0047 01EN Before the journey 4 ...

Page 39: ...destination when the vehicle is stationary Drive to a car park or stop in a safe area when changing the destination Do not play DVDs using the monitor of the navigation system during the journey Drive slowly on poor roads Take extreme care when driving onto ferries crossing uneven roads and driving in reverse Because of the relatively large overhang larger vehicles might swing out and touch ground...

Page 40: ...king gives the tyres brake plates of var ying strength This reduces driving comfort It might even make the tyres unserviceable Fasten your seat belts before the beginning of the journey and keep them fastened during the journey Do not damage or trap belts Have damaged seat belts changed by an authorised specialist workshop Do not alter the belt fixing devices automatic seat belt winders and the be...

Page 41: ...ling up with diesel The fuel filler neck is situated on the exterior of the vehicle at the front left Do not twist the belt The belt must be positioned smoothly against the body When fastening the seat belt adopt the correct sitting position During the journey persons are only to be in the prescribed seats The authorised number of seats is stipulated in the vehicle documents In seats which are fit...

Page 42: ...42 Globetrotter XXL 11 06 DET 0047 01EN During the journey 5 ...

Page 43: ...cure the vehicle to prevent it from rolling Animals especially mice can cause great damage to the interior of the vehicle To prevent this from happening regularly check the vehicle for damages or animal traces after pitching see also section 12 5 If there is any risk of frost release the handbrake every now and then and apply it again This will prevent it from freezing or rusting Prior to releasin...

Page 44: ...s in a horizontal position Retracting Place the socket spanner on the hexagon nut Fig 8 1 and rotate until the steady leg is clear of the ground Rotate the hexagonal nut with the socket spanner until the steady leg has swung upwards and the guide disc Fig 8 3 has completely retracted into the notch Fig 8 2 6 4 Entrance step In order to exit the vehicle first fully extend the entrance step 6 5 240 ...

Page 45: ... 7 1 Doors 7 1 1 Conversion door outside Opening Insert the key into locking cylinder and turn until the door lock is unlatched Return the key to the central position and remove it Pull on the handle The door is open Locking Insert the key into locking cylinder and turn until the door lock is engaged Return the key to the central position and remove it Only drive with locked doors Locking the door...

Page 46: ...w down Closing the window Push the window up until the handle Fig 11 2 engages in the lock Fig 11 1 Closing the blind Grasp the bottom rod of the insect screen and guide it to the bottom rod of the blind Lock catch in place Continuous adjustment of the blinds may be made by moving the bottom rods Opening the blind Hold the bottom rod of the insect screen and activate the catch Return the bottom ro...

Page 47: ... Closing Hold the external flap Fig 14 1 Turn the lever Fig 14 2 down a quarter turn and push it in Firmly close the external flap Insert key into locking cylinder and turn a quarter turn The flap lock is locked Remove the key 7 2 2 Sliding drawer Before commencing the journey close all external flaps and lock them To open and close the external flap open or close all locks that are fitted to the ...

Page 48: ...andle Fig 16 2 in an anticlockwise direction until the door is locked Opening Turn the handle Fig 16 2 in a clockwise direction until the door is unlocked Open the door Fig 16 1 and secure it Lock on the driver s cabin side To close and open the driver s cabin partition Closing Release the door Fig 16 1 and close it with the handle Fig 17 2 Insert the key into locking cylinder Fig 17 1 and turn in...

Page 49: ...mote control for awning light canopy light and entrance step The remote control has the following functions Switching the awning light on and off Fig 19 1 Switching the canopy light on and off Fig 19 2 Extending the entrance step Retracting the entrance step The light switches have different layouts according to the model The light switches are located either directly on the corresponding lamp or ...

Page 50: ...rm on metal objects e g screwed connections in the floor Additional cold spots can occur at thermal bridges e g mushroom shaped vents skylight edges sockets filler necks flaps etc The windows are fitted with a blind and an insect screen After the latch has been released the blind and insect screen automatically spring back to the initial position by tensile force In order not to damage the tension...

Page 51: ...wards the window frame The fork Fig 20 2 on the catch lever is entirely on the inner side of the window catch Fig 20 1 Continuous ventilation With the catch lever the hinged window can be placed in 2 positions continuous ventilation Fig 21 firmly closed Open the window completely to release the lock If the locking device is not released and the window is closed nevertheless there is the danger of ...

Page 52: ...ut rather that it secures the catch lever During the journey the hinged window may not be in continuous ventilation position If it rains the continuous ventilation hinged window position could lead to splashing water penetrating the living area Therefore close the hinged win dows completely 7 7 2 Sliding window without lock Opening Press handle Fig 22 1 and push or pull it forward or backward at t...

Page 53: ...d venti lation is performed using mushroom shaped vents Fig 23 Hinged window The apertures for forced ventilation must always be kept open Never cover or block forced ventilations with objects such as e g a winter mat Keep forced ventilations clear of snow and leaves The skylights are fitted with a Roman shade and an insect screen After the latch has been released the insect screen automatically s...

Page 54: ...de into the upper aperture Fig 24 2 Roman shade The Roman shade may be closed at any position either with the hinged sky light open or closed Closing Pull out Roman shade Fig 25 1 and release in the required position The Roman shade will stay in that position Opening Slowly push Roman shade at the handle to its initial position Insect screen To close and open the insect screen Closing Pull insect ...

Page 55: ...ny position as desired If the Roman shade is locked with the insect screen the insect screen is also moved along on closing the Roman shade Closing Pull the handle of the Roman shade Fig 26 3 and release in the desired position The Roman shade will stay in that position Opening Slowly push Roman shade at the handle to its initial position Insect screen If the insect screen is locked with the Roman...

Page 56: ...Slightly lift the front of the table top and pull out The table top extension pivots downwards Lift up the front of the table top slightly and push it all the way in The suspension table may also be used as a bed foundation Conversion to bed foundation Lift the front of the table top by approx 45 Pull out the lower part of the support leg Fig 27 6 down and lay aside Press the release knob Fig 28 1...

Page 57: ...der for the flat screen for ward as far as possible by the handle Fig 30 4 Swivelling the television console Pull the release knob Fig 30 1 and swivel the television Fig 30 2 to the desired position Undo the knurled screw Fig 30 3 Set the desired angle for the television and re tighten the knurled screw Fig 29 Fixed table Before commencing the journey remove the television from the support and sto...

Page 58: ...ge together with the flap Fig 32 4 Place the back cushions Fig 32 1 and the seat cushions Fig 32 2 on the bench seat extension Insert the additional cushions Fig 32 6 between the seat cushions and the exterior wall Insert the additional cushions Fig 32 5 between the back cushions and the exterior wall Fig 31 Before extending Fig 32 After extending 1 Back cushion 2 Seat cushion 3 Table 4 Flap 5 Add...

Page 59: ... Place the additional cushion Fig 35 6 on the additional cushion Fig 35 5 7 12 Beds 7 12 1 Overcab bed Fig 33 Prior to conversion Fig 34 During conversion Fig 35 After conversion 1 Handle 2 Flap 3 Slatted frame 4 Bench seat extension 5 Additional cushion 6 Additional cushion Only use the overcab bed if the safety net is set up Never allow small children to remain in the overcab bed without super v...

Page 60: ... 36 2 Folding mechanism The overcab bed can be folded up This simplifies passage from driver s cabin to living area Folding upwards Open driver s cabin partition see section 7 3 Lift the mattress forwards and set it down on the panel Fold the front of the overcab bed Fig 37 1 upwards The overcab bed is kept in the upper position by gas pressure springs Folding downwards Pull overcab bed downwards ...

Page 61: ...ons Fold up the lower part of one of the seat cushions Fig 40 2 and place the seat cushion against the wall Place the second seat cushion next to the first seat cushion Insert the back cushions Fig 40 1 between the seat cushions and the wall Insert the additional cushion Fig 40 5 between the back cushions and the wall Fig 38 Prior to conversion Fig 39 During conversion Fig 40 After conversion 1 Ba...

Page 62: ...ch seat extension Fig 42 6 and wedge it with the flap Pull the seat cushions Fig 43 2 forwards onto the table Insert the back cushions Fig 43 1 between the seat cushions and the wall Place the additional cushion Fig 43 9 between the seat cushions Insert the additional cushions Fig 43 10 between the cushions and the wall Insert the additional cushions Fig 43 11 between the cushions and the wall Fig...

Page 63: ... sleeping see section 7 13 2 Pull out the slatted frame Fig 45 3 Pull the seat cushion Fig 46 2 to the central seating group Insert the back cushion Fig 46 1 between the seat cushion and the exte rior wall Fig 44 Prior to conversion Fig 45 During conversion Fig 46 After conversion 1 Back cushion 2 Seat cushion 3 Slatted frame ...

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Page 65: ...to the gas system have the gas system immediately checked by an authorised specialist workshop The gas pressure regulator and exhaust gas pipes must also be inspected We recommend having the gas pressure regulator checked no later than every 10 years In case of a defect of the gas system gas odour high gas consumption there is danger of explosion Close regulator tap on the gas bottle imme diately ...

Page 66: ...bottle must be accessible Only connect gas operated devices e g gas grill which have been designed for a gas pressure of 30 mbar The 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 Exhaust fumes must be able to escape into the atmosphere unhindered and fresh air must be able to enter unhinder...

Page 67: ...tles are used at the same time Connect a gas pressure regu lator fitted with an automatic switchover device Information available at the Dethleffs service centre For filling and connecting the gas bottles in Europe camping supply stores have corresponding adapter sets For information on the gas supply in Europe see chapter 17 The data about gas consumption of the individual gas devices is standard...

Page 68: ... Fold guard plate Fig 47 3 up Close the external flap see section 7 2 8 5 Gas isolator taps A gas isolator tap Fig 49 for every gas device is built into the vehicle The gas isolator taps can be found on the front of the cooker 8 6 External gas connection Fig 49 Symbols for the gas isolator taps 1 Refrigerator 2 Cooker 3 Heater boiler 4 Oven If the external gas connection is not in use always close...

Page 69: ...le to the reserve bottle as soon as the primary bottle is either empty or no longer ready for operation The gas appliances may still continue operation The Duomatic switching facility is suitable for all com mercial gas bottles from 3 kg to 33 kg When connecting an external gas appliance make sure that there is nothing near the external gas connection that could cause a spark Do not use the extern...

Page 70: ...h indicator lamps are illuminated the position of the knob on the switching regulator indicates which gas bottle is currently being drawn upon Operating modes The Duomatic switching facility has two operating modes Winter operation On and heating Summer operation On Putting into operation Open the regulator taps on the gas bottles Fig 51 1 and 4 Use the knob Fig 51 6 on the switching regulator Fig...

Page 71: ...or Changing gas bottles If an indicator lamp goes out during operation this signifies that the corre sponding gas bottle is empty and must be replaced The reserve bottle con tinues supplying the gas appliances with gas Changing gas bottles Close the regulator tap on the empty gas bottle Unscrew the regulator of the gas bottle Connect the full gas bottle to the regulator Open the regulator tap on t...

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Page 73: ...eing charged Closed circuit current Some electrical appliances such as the clock and the indicator lamps require continuous electric current for this reason they are referred to as inactive appliances This closed circuit current flows even if the 12 V power supply has been switched off Total discharge Total discharge of the battery is imminent if a battery is completely discharged by an active app...

Page 74: ...pply set the battery cut off switch on the transformer rectifier to battery off Prior to commencing a journey ensure the living area battery is fully charged For this reason charge the living area battery for at least 20 hours before commencing the journey During the trip use every opportunity to charge the living area battery Charge the living area battery for at least 20 hours after the journey ...

Page 75: ...rge damages the battery Recharge battery in good time Appliances such as the safety drainage valve charger solar charge regu lator and panel consume approx 20 mA to 65 mA of electricity from the battery capacity even when the 12 V main switch is turned off Therefore you switch the battery cut off switch on the transformer rectifier to Batterie Aus battery OFF when the vehicle is not used for a lon...

Page 76: ...area The starting capability of the vehicle is thus preserved The charging condition of the living area battery or the starter battery can be read on the panel 9 4 3 Charging with an external charger When charging the living area battery and the starter battery with an external charger proceed as follows Turn off the vehicle engine Switch off 12 V main switch on the panel The indicator lamp will g...

Page 77: ...ion The auxiliary charging unit is fitted next to the transformer rectifier 9 6 Transformer rectifier EBL 220 Do not cover the ventilation slots Danger of overheating Fig 53 Auxiliary charging unit 1 Mains switch on rear side of unit 2 Battery selector switch lead acid dry fill option 3 Fuse Do not cover the ventilation slots Danger of overheating Further information can be obtained from the separ...

Page 78: ...rger module reduces the charging current This protects the charger from over heating The transformer rectifier is subject to a heavy load when e g an empty living area battery is being charged additional electrical appliances are turned on and the ambient temperatures are high Position The transformer rectifier Fig 54 is installed in the double floor It can be accessed via floor flap in the entran...

Page 79: ...arges the living area battery and the starter battery When the vehicle engine is switched off the batteries are automatically disconnected from one another by a relay in the transformer rectifier This prevents the starter battery from being run down by electrical appliances in the living area The starting capability of the vehicle is thus preserved The charging condition of the living area battery...

Page 80: ...d off To confirm the entry 12 V OFF appears in the LCD dis play Fig 55 Panel DT 220 1 Key basic menu 2 Key battery menu 3 Key setting menu 4 Key for switching to the next value or for increasing a selected value 5 Key for switching back to the last value or for decreasing a selected value 6 Key for confirming settings or for changing over 7 LCD display 8 Key 12 V main switch 9 Key tank menu When l...

Page 81: ...the vehicle is connected to the 240 V power supply Fig 56 Symbol representation in the LCD display 1 Starter battery living area battery internal temperature 2 External temperature 3 Main display 4 Information line 5 Unit field 6 Arrows 7 Defroster optional 8 Reserve bottle in operation optional 9 240 V power supply is connected 10 Tank heater optional 11 Optical display for buzzer warning that bu...

Page 82: ...5 4 and 5 or switch to automatic mode AUTO and confirm with the OK key Fig 55 6 Displaying the software version Press the basic menu key Fig 55 1 The time and possibly other symbols are displayed Press the settings menu key Fig 55 3 for more than 3 seconds Afterwards press the settings menu key repeatedly until a letter appears at the start of the LCD display The software version is displayed 9 7 ...

Page 83: ...the Ah display to the display Press OK key Fig 55 6 Battery voltage Description Danger of total discharge 10 4 or less The battery monitor immediately cuts off all power to the appliances except for the safety drainage valve 11 V or more 12 V power supply can be switched off with the main switch 10 5 V to 12 V Battery alarm is triggered if the voltage falls below 12 V The battery capacity will be ...

Page 84: ...er tank Filling level of an addition tank optional Various settings can be made in the tank menu Switching the water pump on and off Press the tank menu key Fig 55 9 Press the OK key Fig 55 6 as long as the LCD display is lit Switch the water pump on or off by pressing the OK key again Switching the waste water tank heater on and off Press the tank menu key Fig 55 9 Press the tank menu key again a...

Page 85: ...ng area battery Connect the vehicle to an external 240 V power supply system as often as possible The charger module in the transformer rectifier automatically charges the living area battery In addition to this the starter battery is charged with a float charge of 2 A The air conditioning unit and other optional devices are fuse protected by their own two pole automatic circuit breaker 16 A 9 8 1...

Page 86: ...et with earth contact Fig 57 5 plug with earth contact Fig 57 6 9 9 Fuses 9 9 1 12 V fuses The appliances connected to the 12 V power supply in the living area are fused individually The fuses are accessible at different positions in the vehicle Completely unwind the cable on cable drums to prevent overheating Fig 57 Connection possibilities 240 V connection Fig 58 Connecting an angled con nector ...

Page 87: ... are fitted in the engine compartment above the starter battery Fuses on the living area battery The fuses are fitted next to the living area battery Fig 59 12 V fuse 1 Unbroken fuse element 2 Broken fuse element Fig 60 Fuses on the starter battery 1 Jumbo flat fuse 50 A red for the transformer rectifier 2 Jumbo flat fuse 20 A yellow for refrigerator and charging line 3 Flat fuse 2 A grey for alte...

Page 88: ...y Replace fuse Fig 62 1 9 9 2 240 V fuse The 240 V connection is protected by a two pole automatic circuit breaker Fig 63 4 10 A Position The automatic circuit breakers are installed in the rear garage Fig 62 Fuse for the Thetford toilet 1 Flat fuse 3 A purple Fig 63 240 V automatic circuit breakers 1 Automatic circuit breaker for the air conditioning unit 2 Automatic circuit breaker for the optio...

Page 89: ... the operation of the appliances and their particular features To operate gas appliances first open the regulator tap on the gas bottle and the gas isolator tap corresponding to the appliance The heat exchanger of the Alde hot water heater has to be replaced after 10 years Only the manufacturer of the heater or an authorised specialist workshop is allowed to replace the heat exchanger The operator...

Page 90: ...on Danger of explosion Never run hot water heater without heating fluid Observe notes in chapter 13 Never drill holes in the floor This might damage the hot water pipes Do not use the space above and behind the heater as a storage compart ment Dethleffs recommends to bleed the heating system after the initial heater operation and to check the glycol content Observe notes in chapter 13 For further ...

Page 91: ...eactivating the selected menu or decreasing the dis played value 2 Ending operation 6 Store Reset Resetting the system to home position or saving the set time Fig 66 LCD displays No in Fig 66 Symbol Signification Upper menu line 1 On The heater is activated 2 Off The heater is switched off 3 Selection Setting the desired temperature 4 Selection Temporarily increasing approx 30 min the water temper...

Page 92: ...visible Press the button Fig 65 2 The operation ends the display moves to home position and the symbol lights up 7 Circulating pump is activated 8 240 V power supply is connected Status line 20 Internal temperature display 9 External temperature display only when an external temperature sensor is installed 10 e g Hour Day hour and minute display when setting the time No in Fig 66 Symbol Significat...

Page 93: ...rculating pump can be set with the sliding switch Fig 67 2 At a lower rotary speed the operating sounds of the pump are qui eter The sliding regulator is located in the hot water heater area Setting the output Push sliding trap Fig 67 1 towards the right The output is reduced Push sliding trap towards the left The output is increased If gas and 240 V electrical operation is selected and if the veh...

Page 94: ...itched off 10 3 Independent vehicle heater The inside and the engine can be heated with the independent vehicle heater The heating of the engine can be switched off The independent vehicle heater can be turned on and off manually or with a timer The time for the heating to start can be exactly preselected from 1 minute to 24 hours It is possible to program three switching on times of which only on...

Page 95: ...buttons Fig 69 3 and 6 Selecting programmed switching on time Keep pressing button Fig 69 5 until the selected programme number Fig 69 1 appears in the display 10 4 Alde boiler 10 4 1 Switching the boiler on off The boiler is integrated in the hot water heater A separate operation is not possible For operating the hot water heater see section 10 2 Fig 69 Operating unit for independent vehicle heat...

Page 96: ...ying the boiler Switch off boiler Open all water taps and set to the central position Open drain cocks Fig 70 To do so set the rocking lever Fig 70 1 in a vertical position The boiler is drained to the outside using the drain cock Check whether the water has been drained completely from the boiler approx 12 5 litres 10 5 Cooker Fig 70 Drain cock Further information can be obtained from the separat...

Page 97: ...tle During activation and operation of the gas cooker no flammable objects or highly inflammable objects such as dishcloths napkins etc must be near the gas cooker Fire hazard The process of ignition must be visible from above and must not be cov ered by cooking pans placed on the cooker The gas cooker lid is held closed by a spring When closing there is danger of getting injured Do not use the gl...

Page 98: ...or tap on the gas bottle Keep the ventilation openings on the gas oven open at all times There must be no flammable objects near the gas oven when it is being lit The oven flap must remain open when it is being lit If ignition has not taken place repeat the entire procedure If necessary check if there is gas and or current in the gas oven If the gas oven still does not work close the gas isolator ...

Page 99: ...ven when the door seal is free of damage Never leave the microwave oven unattended when it is in operation If there is smoke keep the microwave oven closed switch it off and interrupt the power supply Operate the microwave oven only with the rotary plate and the rotary cross in place Use only crockery suitable for microwave use The microwave oven only functions with correct 240 V power supply In t...

Page 100: ...ower supply At high ambient temperatures the refrigerator is unable to reach its full cooling power At high external temperatures the full cooling power of the cooling unit is only guaranteed if the refrigerator is ventilated sufficiently In order to achieve a better ventilation the refrigerator ventilation grill can be removed 10 6 1 Refrigerator ventilation grill Removal Turn screw Fig 75 1 one ...

Page 101: ... power supply is not connected and the vehicle s engine is not run ning the AES selects the gas supply When selecting gas operation the igni tion fuse is opened automatically so gas can get into the burner At the same time the electronic ignition is activated If the gas flame is extinguished e g by blast of wind the ignition is activated immediately and re ignites the gas When the gas operation is...

Page 102: ...rtment This is why the refriger ator is equipped with a frame heater for the freezer compartment If the tem perature and humidity are high switch on the frame heater by pressing the button Fig 76 1 This prevents corrosion If the frame heater is switched on the indicator lamp Fig 76 2 will be lit Manual operation Switching on Open the regulator tap on the gas bottle and the gas isolator tap Refrige...

Page 103: ...oor freezer compartment door Push the lock Fig 77 1 to the side so that the closed lock Fig 77 2 is completely visible Locking in the ventilation position Slightly open refrigerator door freezer compartment door Push the lock completely to the right The door latch Fig 78 1 keeps the refrigerator door freezer compartment door in a fixed position The refriger ator door freezer compartment door will ...

Page 104: ... mode If the temperature set on the remote control is reached the green indicator lamp goes out the compressor is switched off and the circulation fan con tinues to run Switching off To switch off press the key Fig 80 7 on the remote control again Timer The air conditioning unit can be switched on or off automatically from the cur rent time up to 15 hours in advance with the integrated timer Pre p...

Page 105: ...d off again with the remote control after the setting process The indicator lamp in the receiver flashes and confirms the programming The indicator lamp in the receiver flashes and confirms the programming if OFF switch off was selected Do not switch off the air conditioning unit with the remote control To go easy on the batteries in the remote control the infrared transmitter can be covered by ha...

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Page 107: ...de of the water tank Fill the water tank with fresh water only If the vehicle is not heated when there is risk of frost empty the entire water system Leave the water taps on in central position Leave all drain cocks open This will avoid frost damage to appliances and to the vehicle The water pump will overheat without water and can get damaged Never operate water pump when the water tank is empty ...

Page 108: ... Fig 82 2 and turn a quarter turn in an anti clockwise direction Remove cap Fill the water tank with fresh water Closing Place the cap on the fresh water filler neck Turn key one quarter turn in a clockwise direction Remove the key Check that the cap sits firmly on the fresh water filler neck 11 2 2 Water drainage A hose line can be connected to the water drain neck Fig 84 1 The drain cock Fig 83 ...

Page 109: ...e cap and lock it by turning it a quarter turn in an anticlockwise direction 11 3 Waste water tank The waste water tap Fig 85 1 is fitted in the double floor on the left side of the vehicle The waste water tap can be accessed via the rear garage The waste water tap is labelled with the word Abwasser waste water A hose line can be connected to the drain neck Fig 86 1 In case of frost add so much an...

Page 110: ...in the waste water system the vehicle depending on the model has been equipped with odour seals Fig 87 1 The odour seals are installed in the waste water pipes Clean the odour seals every two years at the latest To do so unscrew and remove the bottom cover Fig 87 2 11 4 Filling the water system Position the vehicle horizontally Switch on 12 V power supply on the panel Switch on water pump on panel...

Page 111: ... the cap of the water tank Remove the cap from the waste water drain neck and open the drain cock Open all water taps and set to the central position Hang the shower handset up in the shower position Check whether the water tank is completely empty Empty the waste water tank Take note of the environmental tips in this chapter Empty Thetford cassette Take note of the environmental tips in this chap...

Page 112: ...ain completely when showering so that no water is able to enter the area between the wash room wall and the shower tray After taking a shower rinse soap residue from the shower tray otherwise cracks can appear in the shower tray over time After using the shower wipe it dry to prevent moisture from collecting If there is any risk of frost and the vehicle is not heated empty the Thetford cassette Do...

Page 113: ...ssette Take the Thetford cassette to a disposal point especially provided for this purpose As you do this point the drainage neck upwards Turn the drainage neck upwards Remove the cap of the drainage neck Point the Thetford cassette with the drainage neck downwards Activate the aeration knob with your thumb The Thetford cassette empties Close the drainage neck with the cap Return the drainage neck...

Page 114: ...114 Globetrotter XXL 11 06 DET 0047 01EN Sanitary fittings 11 Further information can be obtained from the separate Thetford cassette instruction manual ...

Page 115: ...nt during the washing process Do not direct the water jet at clearances built in electrical parts plugs seals the refrigerator ventilation grill or the skylights The vehicle may be damaged or water may enter the interior 12 1 2 Washing the motorhome Wash the motorhome only on a washing site intended for this purpose Avoid full sunshine Observe environmental measures Only clean external application...

Page 116: ...ey and cause damage to the operating mechanism of the entrance step Therefore do not lubricate the moving parts of the entrance step Never rub acrylic glass windows dry as dust particles might damage the surface Only clean acrylic glass windows with plenty of warm water some dish washing liquid and a soft cloth Never use glass cleaning agents with chemical abrasive or alcohol con taining additives...

Page 117: ... curtains should be dry cleaned Vacuum clean the carpet if necessary clean with carpet shampoo Clean PVC floor covering with special cleansing agents Do not place carpet on wet PVC floor covering The carpet and the PVC floor covering may stick together Never clean the sink or the gas cooker with a scourer Avoid anything which may cause scratching or grooves Clean gas cooker only with a moist cloth...

Page 118: ...nder particular strain and should therefore be cleaned thoroughly 12 4 1 Preparations Check the motorhome for paint and rust damage Repair damage as nec essary Make certain that water cannot penetrate the automatic floor ventilation system and the heater Use a wax based rust inhibitor to protect the metal parts of the underbody Use appropriate protection for external painted surfaces 12 4 2 Winter...

Page 119: ...the vehicle go through the following checklist If condensation has still developed just wipe it off If the vehicle has been stationary for a long period approx 10 months have the braking and gas systems checked by an authorised specialist workshop Take into consideration that water is undrinkable after only a short time Animal damage to cables can lead to short circuits Fire hazard Activities Done...

Page 120: ...bar max Leave the water taps on in central posi tion Leave all drain cocks open Observe notes in chapter 11 Switch off battery cut off switch on the transformer rectifier Other wise the battery will become discharged too quickly Activities Done Activities Done Base vehicle Clean body and underbody thoroughly and spray with hot wax or protect with varnish Fill fuel tank with winter diesel Check ant...

Page 121: ...e external locks are working such as the external flaps the filler neck and the conversion door Remove the cover from the waste gas vent of the heater if there is one Remove the winter cover from the refrigerator grills if there is one Gas system Put the gas bottles in the gas bottle compartment tie down and con nect to the gas pressure regulator Electrical system Connect to 240 V power supply usi...

Page 122: ...L 11 06 DET 0047 01EN Care 12 Appliances Check the function of the refrigerator Check the function of the heater boiler Check the function of the gas cooker Check the function of the air conditioning unit Activities Done ...

Page 123: ...ction manual the Dethleffs service centre will confirm any work carried out Have chassis inspections confirmed in the chassis manufacturer s customer service booklet 13 2 Maintenance work As with every machine this vehicle requires maintenance The extent and fre quency of the maintenance work required depend on conditions of operation and use More difficult operating conditions make it necessary t...

Page 124: ...tent must be 40 or correspond to a frost protection of 25 C Fill water frost protection mixture slowly into the compensator reservoir Have heating fluid changed by Dethleffs dealer at intervals of approxi mately two years as corrosion protection wears off after some time Top up heating system with a water frost protection mixture 60 40 only This mixture offers frost protection up to approx 25 C Wh...

Page 125: ...llest fan settings Before the heating season starts have the independent vehicle heater checked by an authorised specialist workshop 13 5 Air conditioning unit Truma The air conditioning unit is installed in the double floor on the right side of the vehicle The lint filter can be accessed via a flap in the rear garage Fig 93 Bleeding valve of hot water heater Never operate the air conditioning uni...

Page 126: ...95 1 Carefully remove the lamp chalice Fig 95 2 from the holder Remove halogen bulb Put in a new halogen bulb Reassemble the lamp in the reverse order Bulbs and light fittings can be extremely hot Therefore allow lights to cool down before changing bulbs Store bulbs in a safe place inaccessible to children Do not use any bulb that has been dropped or which shows scratches in its glass The bulb mig...

Page 127: ... tube Insert a new fluorescent tube Reassemble the lamp in the reverse order 13 6 3 Recessed halogen light swivelling Changing bulbs Use a suitable tool e g a screwdriver to lever out and remove the lamp Fig 97 1 Take the spotlight Fig 97 2 out of the lamp Remove cover Fig 97 3 Remove halogen bulb Put in a new halogen bulb Reassemble the lamp in the reverse order Fig 96 Room lamp Fig 97 Recessed h...

Page 128: ...ht Changing bulbs Press the light covering Fig 100 1 lightly together and remove it Remove halogen bulb Put in a new halogen bulb Reassemble the lamp in the reverse order 13 7 Spare parts Fig 98 Recessed halogen light flat Fig 99 Changing the halogen bulb Fig 100 Wardrobe light Every alteration of the original condition of the vehicle can alter road behaviour and jeopardize road safety The special...

Page 129: ...ication plate Fig 101 with the serial number is mounted in the entrance area Do not remove the vehicle identification plate The vehicle identification plate Identifies the vehicle Helps with the procurement of spare parts Together with the vehicle documents identifies the vehicle owner The use of accessories parts and fittings not supplied by Dethleffs may cause damage to the vehicle and jeopardiz...

Page 130: ...13 13 9 Warning and information stickers There are warning and information stickers on and inside the vehicle Warning and information stickers are for the sake of safety and must not be removed Replacement stickers can be obtained from a Dethleffs dealer ...

Page 131: ... in the vehicle documents your Dethleffs dealer or the dealer for the base vehicle will be pleased to advise you Run in new tyres for approx 100 km 60 miles at low speed since only then do they reach full strength Check tyre pressure before a journey or every 2 weeks Wrong tyre pressure causes excessive wear and can lead to damage or even to tyre burst You can lose control of the vehicle Only chec...

Page 132: ...ize designations In addition the tyres must meet the requirements of the vehicle with regard to weight and speed Weight refers to the maximum permissible axle load which can be distributed on two tyres The maximum load carrying capacity of a tyre is indicated by its load index LI load index code The axle geometry of a vehicle such as wheel camber and track is also important for tyre selection The ...

Page 133: ...res with a high pressure cleaner The tyres can suffer serious damage within just a few seconds and rupture as a result 14 5 Changing wheels Description Explanation 215 70 R 15C 109 107 Q 215 Tyre width in mm 70 Height to width proportion in percent R Tyre design R radial 15 Rim diameter in inches C Commercial transporter 109 Load index code for single tyres 107 Load index code for twin tyres Q Spe...

Page 134: ...er tyres use the correct wheel bolts of the correct length and shape The firm seating of the wheels and the function of the braking system depend on this Wheel rims and tyres not permitted for use with the vehicle by Dethleffs can jeopardize road safety Do not replace wheels cross wise Protect the vehicle according to the national regulations e g with a hazard warning triangle Before changing the ...

Page 135: ... pressure before a journey or every 2 weeks Wrong tyre pressure causes excessive wear and can lead to damage or even to tyre burst You can lose control of the vehicle Use only valves that are approved for the specified tyre pressure Only check the tyre pressure on cold tyres The information on pressure levels is valid for cold tyres and loaded vehi cles Pressure in hot tyres must be 0 3 bar higher...

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Page 137: ... the fault 15 1 Braking system 15 2 Electrical system Have defects on the braking system immediately remedied by an author ised specialist workshop When the living area battery is changed only use batteries of the same type A dryfill battery may only be replaced by a dryfill battery See chapter 9 for changing the fuses Fault Cause Remedy Road light system does no longer work correctly Bulb is defe...

Page 138: ... defective Contact customer service Flat fuse 2 A in the liv ing area battery is defec tive Replace flat fuse 2 A in the living area battery 12 V power supply does not work 12 V power supply switched off Switch 12 V power sup ply on Battery cut off switch on the transformer rectifier is switched off Set battery cut off switch to on The living area battery is discharged Charge the living area batte...

Page 139: ... breaker has triggered Switch on the 240 V au tomatic circuit breaker Remote control battery is empty Change remote control battery In case of a defect of the gas system gas odour high gas consumption there is danger of explosion Close regulator tap on the gas bottle imme diately Open doors and windows and ventilate well If the gas system is defective Do not smoke do not ignite any open flames and...

Page 140: ...Correctly reset thermo couple sensor do not bend The sensor tip should protrude by 5 mm beyond the burner The sensor neck should not be more than 3 mm away from the burner ring if necessary contact cus tomer service Only qualified personnel may repair the microwave oven Improper repairs can cause major risks to the user Fault Cause Remedy Microwave oven does not cut in Fuse is defective Replace fu...

Page 141: ... al ternator is not present too low Contact a specialist workshop Refrigerator does not switch on in gas opera tion GAS indicator lamp is not lit yellow Lack of gas Open regulator tap and gas isolator tap Connect a full gas bottle Cobwebs or burnt resi due in the burning cham ber Remove the ventilation grill on the outside of the vehicle and clean the burning chamber GAS indicator lamp flashes yel...

Page 142: ...flush water Water tank is empty Top up with fresh water Fuse for Thetford cas sette is defective Replace fuse Display for water and waste water indicates a wrong value Measuring probe in the waste water or water tank is soiled Clean water waste water tank Measuring probe is de fective Replace measuring probe Waste water tank cannot be emptied Drain cock is clogged Open the cleaning cap on the wast...

Page 143: ...e not suf ficiently lubricated Lubricate hinges joints with solvent free and acid free grease Spray cans often contain solvents Storage compartment hinges are difficult to op erate make a grating noise Storage compartment hinges are not sufficiently lubricated Lubricate storage com partment hinges with acid free and resin free grease Heki skylight difficult to operate Threaded spindle not lu brica...

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Page 145: ...uarantee for the proper quality of the product Every alteration of the original condition of the vehicle can alter road behaviour and jeopardize road safety No liability can be assumed for damage caused by products which have not been released by Dethleffs This also applies to impermissible alter ations to the vehicle Item designation Surplus weight kg Caravan coupling 26 External shower 1 Car rad...

Page 146: ...06 DET 0047 01EN Special equipment 16 Hazard warning triangle and first aid kit 2 Winter covering for the refrigerator grating 1 Additional heater driver s cabin independent vehicle heater 25 Item designation Surplus weight kg ...

Page 147: ...he following rules when travelling abroad Take the green insurance card with you Always register accidents with the police Never sign documents that you have not read and understood completely 17 2 Help on Europe s roads The vehicle driver is required to inform himself as to the traffic rules of the countries in which he plans to travel before beginning the trip Contact your automobile club or emb...

Page 148: ...2 1 LAS 8 80 00 00 00 18 88 1 Luxembourg 112 113 112 1 ACL 2 60 00 Macedonia 194 192 AMSM 196 Netherlands 112 112 ANWB 08 00 08 88 Norway 113 112 NAF 81 00 05 05 Austria 144 112 1 133 112 1 ÖAMTC 120 Poland 999 997 112 1 PZM 022 5 32 84 33 Portugal 112 112 ACP Lissab 21 9 42 91 03 ACP Porto 22 8 34 00 01 Romania 961 112 1 955 112 1 ACR 021 2 22 22 22 021 2 22 15 53 1 Russia 03 02 RAS 4 95 7 47 66 ...

Page 149: ...2 30 Turkey 112 155 112 1 Ukraine 03 02 112 UA 8 032 2 97 81 12 Hungary 104 112 1 107 112 1 MAK 1 88 06 1 13 45 17 55 1 Cyprus 199 112 1 199 112 1 AA 02 22 31 31 31 1 In the mobile communication network Country Emergen cy services Police Breakdown service Please always observe the speed limits in the individual countries Country Max dimen sions in me ters Gross weight In built up ar eas Outside bu...

Page 150: ... 50 50 90 110 1 7 80 130 7 150 12 8 100 Croatia 2 55 12 50 90 110 1 130 Latvia 2 50 12 Up to 2 8 t Over 2 8 t 50 50 90 90 110 90 Lithuania 2 50 12 Up to 3 5 t Over 3 5 t 50 50 90 70 110 110 Luxem bourg 2 55 12 Up to 3 5 t Over 3 5 t 50 50 90 9 7 75 7 130 9 7 90 7 Macedo nia 2 50 12 50 60 80 80 Nether lands 2 55 10 12 Up to 3 5 t Over 3 5 t 50 50 80 100 1 80 120 80 Norway 2 55 12 40 Up to 3 5 t Ove...

Page 151: ...5 t Over 2 5 t 50 50 90 100 1 70 130 80 Cyprus 2 55 12 50 80 100 1 On expressways on roads with more than one lane in each direction 2 Vehicles over 7 5 tons max permissible weight require a tachograph 3 Recommended speed 130 km h 4 Since 1995 for the first time vehicles up to an unladen weight of 1875 kg can drive max 100 km h 5 On wet roads reduce speed by 10 km h on motorways by 20 km h 6 On un...

Page 152: ... motorhome to have a closed waste water system 16 A heavy goods vehicle supplement must be paid on all roads for all vehicles exceeding 3 5 tons max permissible weight Country Conditions Denmark All year on all roads Estonia All year on all roads Finland All year on all roads Iceland All year on all roads Italy All year only outside of towns Croatia All year on all roads Latvia All year on all roa...

Page 153: ...ying overnight on free areas is pro hibited Greece X X Staying overnight for one night at designated areas on the na tional route Patras Athens Thessaloniki is permitted Great Britain X X Ireland X X Italy X X Staying overnight for one night at car parks and service stations is allowed Observe the local regulations Parking and staying overnight on free areas is pro hibited Croatia X X Luxembourg X...

Page 154: ... of houses Driving on open fields is prohibited Switzerland X X One overnight stay at highway rest areas and in some cantons is tolerated Serbia and Montenegro X X Slovakia X X Overnight stays on private land are only allowed if a toilet is present Slovenia X X Spain X X Some regional prohibitions ap ply especially on beaches Czech Repub lic X X Overnight stays on private land are only allowed if ...

Page 155: ...y is reduced to a minimum when the following basic rules are observed Before commencing the journey close and lock all windows doors and skylights During high season do not spend the night at highway rest stops or parking areas located along typical vacation routes Several vehicles on one site at the same time do not necessarily decrease the chances of thievery occurring Consult your own feelings ...

Page 156: ... When it is snowing heavily clear the roof of the vehicle of snow regularly A few centimetres of powdery snow serves as insulation but wet snow quickly becomes a heavy burden Before embarking on the return journey remove all the snow from the roof to avoid impeding vehicles behind you with a snow flag 17 10 Travel checklists The following checklists will help that nothing important is left at home...

Page 157: ...ing pillow Clothes pins Fire extinguisher Sewing kit Clothesline Gas bottle Radio Vehicle tools Waste water con tainer Fabric tape Screwdriver Adapter socket Watering can for fresh water Current measuring instrument CEE adapter Cable reel Step Wire V belt Wheel chocks Spare wheel Glue First aid kit Spare lamps Universal pliers Vehicle jack Spare fuses Compressor Hazard warning tri angle Replacemen...

Page 158: ...es Registration book Identity card Registration confir mation s Driving licence Passport Allergy certificate Green insurance card Writ of protection Instruction manuals Vaccination certifi cate Vignette toll card Instruction leaflets for medicines Credit card Visa Object Object Object ...

Page 159: ... monitor 79 Battery see starter battery and living area battery 74 Battery selector switch 79 Battery voltage displaying 82 Beds 59 Before the journey 25 Bike rack Load 33 Travelling with a loaded bike rack 33 Blind window Closing 53 Opening 53 Boiler Alde Emptying 96 Safety instructions 95 Switching off 95 Switching on 95 Troubleshooting 140 Water filling with 96 Brakes 40 Check 40 137 Braking sy...

Page 160: ...ing 46 Window opening 46 Conversion door inside Locking 46 Opening 46 Conversion door outside Locking 45 Opening 45 Cooker 96 Troubleshooting 140 Curtains cleaning 117 D Danger of suffocation 20 50 Date setting 82 Defrosters switching on and off 82 Dimensions permissible 149 Displays Battery voltage 82 Waste water tank level 84 Water tank level 84 Disposal Household waste 16 Sewage 16 Waste water ...

Page 161: ...ng 108 Fuel filler neck 41 Furniture flaps troubleshooting 143 Furniture surfaces cleaning 117 Fuse box see 240 V automatic circuit breaker 88 Fuses 12 V fuses 86 240 V fuse 85 88 For the Thetford toilet 88 On the living area battery 87 On the starter battery 87 Fuses see 12 V fuses and 240 V fuse 86 G Gas bottle compartment 23 66 Gas bottles Changing 67 Safety instructions 23 66 Gas connection ex...

Page 162: ...er winter lay up 121 Inner door troubleshooting 143 Insect screen cleaning 118 Insect screen hinged skylight Closing 54 Opening 55 Insect screen windows Closing 53 Opening 53 Insect screen wind up skylight Closing 55 Opening 55 Inspection records 9 Inspection work 123 Inspections 123 Inspection plan 12 Records 9 Interior care 117 Interior lighting 126 Bulbs changing 126 K Keys 25 L Ladder overcab ...

Page 163: ...l displaying 82 Tank heater switching on and off 84 Time setting 82 Water pump switching on and off 84 Payload 25 26 Calculation 28 Composition 27 Example calculation 27 28 Payload see also load 25 Permissible gross weight see maximum permissible gross weight 26 Personal equipment 27 Power cable for the 240 V connection 86 Propane gas 22 66 PVC floor covering 35 PVC floor covering cleaning 117 R R...

Page 164: ...playing 82 Spare parts 128 Spare wheel 134 Spare wheel support 134 Special equipment 145 Description 15 Marking 15 Safety instructions 20 Weight details 145 Speed limits 149 Starter battery Charging 75 Fuses 87 Troubleshooting 138 Voltage displaying 82 Staying overnight Away from camping areas 153 During travel 155 Steady legs 43 Extending 44 Retracting 44 Suspension table Conversion to bed founda...

Page 165: ...ave oven 140 Refrigerator 141 Starter battery 138 Thetford toilet 142 Water supply 142 TV cabinet 57 Tyre change see changing wheels 133 Tyre specifications 133 Tyres 131 Excessive wear 21 36 131 135 General instructions 131 Handling 133 Identification 133 Load carrying capacity 134 Tyre pressure 135 Tyre selection 132 U Underbody maintenance 116 Unladen weight 26 Upholstery cleaning 117 V Vehicle...

Page 166: ...p 9 Weight details for special equipment 145 Wheel chocks 43 Wheel rim size 134 Wheel rim type 131 Wheels 131 Window conversion door Blind closing 46 Blind opening 46 Closing 46 Opening 46 Windows 50 Blind 52 Cleaning 116 Insect screen 52 Wind up skylight 55 Closing 55 Insect screen 55 Opening 55 Roman shade 55 Troubleshooting 143 Winter care 118 Winter operation 118 ...

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