EuroCaravaning VANTourer 2021 Manual Download

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20.3.2

Towing with the vehicle

CAUTION!

Damage to the chassis and the superstructure

Towing other vehicles with the vehicle if the vehicle is not equipped with a trailer hitch will result in
severe damage to chassis and body.

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Towing other vehicles with the vehicle is only permitted if the vehicle is equipped with a trailer hitch.

Towing with the vehicle

Fasten the tow rope or tow bar to the trailer hitch or eyelet on the vehicle.

Fasten the tow rope or tow bar to the respective towing fixture on the vehicle to be towed.

When towing, observe the legal regulations (hazard warning lights, maximum speed, towing on motorways, etc.).

After towing, remove the tow rope or tow bar from both vehicles and stow it away.

NOTE!

You will find further information in the separate Operating Manual supplied by the manufacturer of the
base vehicle.

Summary of Contents for VANTourer 2021

Page 1: ...MANUAL www vantourer de From model year 2021 ...

Page 2: ...ust be observed This Operating Manual describes the latest version of the motorhome caravan when going to print Reproduction copying and translation including extracts are not permitted without the express per mission of the EuroCaravaning GmbH CO KG EXPLANATION OF THE EQUIPMENT Theequipment factory fittedstandardequipmentandoptionalaccessories accessories inourmotorhomes caravans varies from mode...

Page 3: ...tions for the electrical system 17 2 8 1 Starter and living area battery 17 2 8 2 Emergency power generator 18 2 9 Fire safety 18 2 9 1 Prevention of fire hazards 18 2 9 2 Fire fighting 18 2 9 3 In case of fire 19 2 10 Important notes for the sanitary area 19 2 11 Important note for the kitchen range 19 2 12 Environmental notes 20 2 13 Supplementary notes 20 2 14 Safety instructions for using the ...

Page 4: ...ld seat 32 4 10 2 ISOFIX child seat 33 4 11 Electrically operated entrance step entrance door optional accessory 34 4 12 Electrical vehicle lighting 34 4 13 Obtaining replacement keys 34 4 14 Vehicle check before setting off 35 5 During the journey 36 5 1 Driving your vehicle 36 5 2 Refuelling the vehicle 37 5 2 1 Refuelling diesel fuel 38 5 2 2 Filling up AdBlue 39 6 After the journey 40 6 1 Park...

Page 5: ... 51 7 8 Opening closing the quarter vents 52 7 9 Blackout blind front and side windows 52 7 10 Variable seat bench optional accessory 53 7 11 Tables 54 7 11 1 Hook in table 54 7 11 2 Swivelling hook in table optional accessory 54 7 12 Flat screen TV optional accessory 55 7 12 1 Swivelling and height adjustable flat screen TV 56 7 12 2 Sliding flat screen TV 57 7 13 Kitchen range 58 7 13 1 Sink 58 ...

Page 6: ...er 83 11 3 2 Distribution box 84 11 3 3 Charger 84 11 4 12 volt power supply in the living area 84 11 5 On board control 84 11 6 Living area battery 86 11 7 Charging the living area battery and the starter battery 87 11 7 1 Checking the state of charge of the living area battery and starter battery 87 11 7 2 Checking the charging process of the living area battery and starter battery 87 11 7 3 Cha...

Page 7: ...oking baking 100 13 1 Gas cooker 100 14 Refrigerator 103 15 Toilet 104 16 Winter camping 105 16 1 General notes on winter camping 105 16 2 Additional notes on winter camping 106 16 3 Recommended accessories for winter camping 107 17 Laying up 108 17 1 Temporarily laying up the vehicle 108 17 2 Laying up the vehicle over winter 110 17 3 Using the vehicle again after laying up temporarily or over th...

Page 8: ...hooting and fault rectification 122 20 1 Replacing the illuminants of the rear lights 122 20 2 Changing a wheel 124 20 3 Towing 125 20 3 1 Towing the vehicle 125 20 3 2 Towing with the vehicle 126 20 4 Troubleshooting tables 127 21 Technical data 135 21 1 Vehicle dimensions 135 21 2 Payload 136 21 2 1 Mass of the vehicle in running order 136 21 2 2 Permissible maximum laden mass 136 21 2 3 Determi...

Page 9: ...torhomes Germany 142 22 2 Emergency telephone numbers Europe 142 22 3 Daytime running lights mandatory Europe 142 22 4 Reflective vest mandatory Europe 143 22 5 Provisions governing road tolls Europe 143 23 Checklist 144 23 1 Checklist before setting off 144 23 2 Checklist for personal entries 145 24 Index 146 ...

Page 10: ... addition to this Operating Manual you should also familiarise yourself with the separate operating manuals of the base vehicle manufacturer and the manufacturers of the appliances If your vehicle is fitted with optional accessories observe the accompanying special permits and the related require ments For maintenance and repair work and any questions you might have please contact your local VANTo...

Page 11: ...re parts Model Type Year of manufacture Chassis number For this reason please enter the model type year of manufacture and the chassis number of your VANTourer motorhome caravan in the fields shown opposite 1 3 Rating plate You will find details of your vehicle on the rating plate This is located in the engine compartment next to the engine cover catch ...

Page 12: ...NOTE This safety symbol appears with TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS that the user must observe The safety symbols DANGER and CAUTION appear at the beginning of the paragraph s to which they refer The safety symbol NOTE may appear at the beginning or the end of the paragraph s to which it refers NOTE It is imperative that these safety instructions are observed 2 2 Safety devices Particular attention should...

Page 13: ...n traffic regulations However these persons may only use the seats equipped with seat belts Seats not equipped with seat belts must not be used when moving Persons facing forwards in the living area of the vehicle must wear the three point seat belts Persons facing backwards in the living area of the vehicle must also wear seat belts For journeys abroad the regulations in the specific country are ...

Page 14: ...If the vehicle is transported e g by train lorry the vehicle must be loaded in the direction of travel 2 4 General safety instructions DANGER Climbing onto or walking on the vehicle roof is not permitted CAUTION Risk of damage to the vehicle roof canvas blind awning or the sun roof Snow load can damage the vehicle roof canvas blind awning or the sun roof Water accumulation can damage the canvas bl...

Page 15: ...d carrier The driving braking behaviour of the vehicle will change The vehicle is longer than in standard configuration NOTE In Germany removable rear carrier systems need not be entered in the vehicle documents 2 6 Safety regulations for towing CAUTION To prevent severe damage to the chassis and body the tow rope cable or bar must only be mounted to the eyelet at the front when towing the vehicle...

Page 16: ...aravan Repairs and modifications to the gas system may only be carried out by an authorised specialist workshop The LPG liquefied petroleum gas system is inspected by an engineer before it leaves the factory The gas system must be re inspected every 2 years and following modification or repair To ensure a continuous exchange of air in the vehicle the forced ventilation openings in the roof lights ...

Page 17: ...have finished using a gas appliance If you intend to take the vehicle out of service for a prolonged period of time close the stop valve on the gas cylinder remove the gas regulator from the gas cylinder and place the cover on the gas cylinder The regulators and flue pipes must also be checked regularly The inspection must be confirmed on the inspection certificate according to the DVGW GermanTech...

Page 18: ...attresses made of polyurethane foam are inflammable Do not expose these parts to naked lights and any other direct or indirect sources of high temperature e g welding cutting lighted cigarettes heaters open light sources 2 9 2 Fire fighting It is recommended to always carry a 1 kg dry powder fire extinguisher in the vehicle This extinguisher must be approved tested and kept within easy reach Famil...

Page 19: ... the fire extinguisher 2 10 Important notes for the sanitary area CAUTION Only use the bathroom cubicle for showering in conjunction with a shower curtain or a shower door Only use a damp cloth to clean the bathroom cubicle Do not use any cleaning agents containing solvents such as acetone since those agents can damage the surfaces of the bathroom cubicle 2 11 Important note for the kitchen range ...

Page 20: ... refuse Never dispose of domestic refuse in waste bins in car parks Ask about disposal facilities in towns and districts If residing for a longer period in a town or district look for a specially designated parking place for motorhomes Ask about parking facilities in towns or districts Turn off the vehicle engine when parked The engine operating temperature is reached quickest by driving fast 2 13...

Page 21: ...s of the individual beds always apply to single occupancy i e with a bed accommodating two people the load is doubled Type of bed Max load per occupant Single beds 100 kg Fixed beds 100 kg Lifting beds 100 kg Bunk beds 60 kg Tab 2 Maximum load of beds 2 15 Disposal of the vehicle NOTE The vehicle should only be disposed of by specialist firms authorised to carry out this work When disposing of the...

Page 22: ...so paid to securing the furniture in the interior of all VANTourer vehicles To enable the ab sorption of correspondingly large forces multi laminated plywood strips and metal inserts are fastened to the side walls at corresponding places These attachment points are incorporated during manufacture of the side walls which ensures a high level of strength All flaps on storage compartments and cupboar...

Page 23: ... hot water supply system 3 8 Sanitary equipment The vehicle is equipped with a bathroom cubicle toilet sink washroom 3 9 Fresh water and waste water All vehicles have a built in fresh water tank and a waste water tank The fresh water tank is located in the rear area The waste water tank is fitted under the floor The fresh water and waste water tanks are insulated and heated via a heating line rout...

Page 24: ...ering the vehicle CAUTION Never drive the vehicle without a number plate or insurance cover Vehicles must always be officially registered before they are taken on public roads Vehicles may not be used without valid insurance Vehicles that have an EU number plate do not require any further identification for driving within the EU The additional relevant identification is required when driving in no...

Page 25: ...as close to the vehicle floor as possible when loading the vehicle Ensure that the payload is distributed evenly between the left and the right side of the vehicle when loading the vehicle NOTE The registration certificate vehicle documents only specifies the permissible maximum laden mass not the unladen weight of the vehicle Therefore we recommend weighing the vehicle on a public weigh bridge be...

Page 26: ... instructions in the operating manual of the manufacturer of the rack to securely mount the bicycles Do not exceed the maximum load capacity of the bike rack as specified by the rack manufacturer Do not cover the rear lights Regularly check that all tension belts and brackets are secure and tighten if necessary Replace any damaged or worn parts of the rear carrier immediately Do not transport tand...

Page 27: ...2 volt power supply on the on board control see section 11 5 On board control The charging process takes one day The charge status of the battery in the GPS tracker is displayed in the app NOTE For further information please refer to the operating manual supplied by the manufacturer or contact a VANTourer dealer 4 5 Brake system DANGER Any defects in the brake system must be immediately repaired b...

Page 28: ...e You should therefore inflate tyres to 0 3 bar above the pressures shown in the table if the vehicle is to be parked for any length of time Inadequate tyre pressure can cause tyres to heat up excessively and damage them At high speeds this can cause the tread to separate from the tyre and can even lead to a tyre blowing Subsequently correcting the tyre pressure will not cure hidden tyre damage Ke...

Page 29: ...n the seat belt ensure it passes inside the armrest Vehicle seat Forward backward adjustment 1 Pull up and hold unlocking lever Fig 1 item 1 2 Move the vehicle seat into the desired position 3 Release the lever to automatically lock the seat rail in the desired position Vehicle seat Rotary adjustment DANGER Before starting the journey ensure both vehi cle seats are pointing in the direction of tra...

Page 30: ...ribution switch the seat heating off immediately and go to a specialist workshop CAUTION Damage to the seat heating Improper use can cause damage to the seat heating The seat heating must not come into contact with pointed objects Do not transport or place pointed or heavy objects on the seat Avoid excessive weight or placing heavy objects on the seat Do not cover the seat with insulating material...

Page 31: ...ed temperature is reached switch the heating to Low If the temperature is too high switch the heating off High maximum heating stage 1 Press the seat heating switch up to High Fig 2 item 3 The LED Fig 2 item 1 is red The heating up time is about 2 minutes NOTE The High maximum heating stage is not suitable for continuous operation Low stage 1 Press the seat heating switch down to Low Fig 2 item 4 ...

Page 32: ...In the back facing the direction of travel 0 up to 10 kg U U 0 up to 13 kg U U 1 9 18 kg U UF 2 15 25 kg U UF 3 22 36 kg U UF U Suitable for universal retention systems that are fastened by means of the safety belt for adults and that are approved for use for the age group stated UF Suitable for forward facing universal retention systems that are approved for use for the age group stated See the D...

Page 33: ...ISOFIX child seat are marked by means of sew on badges You will find further information in the separate Operating Manual supplied by the manufacturer of the base vehicle Group Child seat size class Seat position Passenger seat In the back rear facing In the back facing the direction of travel 0 up to 10 kg E 0 up to 13 kg E D C 1 9 18 kg A IUF B B1 C D 2 15 25 kg IUF 3 22 36 kg IUF IUF Suitable f...

Page 34: ...tep is completely retracted Retracting and extending the electrically operated entrance step 1 To extend the entrance step operate the sensor field Fig 3 item 1 2 To retract the entrance step operate the sensor field Fig 3 item 2 10900516 1 2 Fig 3 Entrance step button entrance door 4 12 Electrical vehicle lighting Before commencing any journey it is advisable to check all lights on the inside and...

Page 35: ... flaps and covers Stop after driving a few kilometres and check once again that the payload inside the vehicle is securely tied down and cannot slip DANGER Risk of accident During the journey snow or ice sliding off the roof of the vehicle can lead to accidents Remove ice and snow from the vehicle roof before starting the journey Optional accessory pop up roof DANGER Danger of accident and injury ...

Page 36: ...hen driving into courtyards tunnels etc as well as when manoeuvring it is important that you correctly judge the height width and length of the vehicle Please refer to the registration certificate vehicle docu ments to check the dimensions of the vehicle NOTE Always drive attentively and with consideration for other road users Follow these useful hints when driving your vehicle Never drive faster ...

Page 37: ...pecific safety instructions at the petrol pumps CAUTION Damage to the vehicle Fuel mixtures will damage the fuel system Only use diesel fuel to refuel the vehicle Do not fill petrol or AdBlue into the diesel tank Only fill AdBlue into the AdBlue tank If you accidentally refuel with other types of fuel do not start the engine and empty the tank Even if the engine was operated for only a very short ...

Page 38: ...to open the filler cap for the diesel fuel Fig 4 item 1 and screw it off Closing the tank filler neck 1 Screw on tightly the filler cap for the diesel fuel Fig 4 item 1 and lock it with the key 2 Press shut the fuel filler door Fig 4 item 3 until it snaps into place NOTE You will find further information in the sepa rate Operating Manual supplied by the manu facturer of the base vehicle 10900376 2...

Page 39: ...kin rinse with plenty of water for 15 minutes If skin irritation occurs seek medical help If you accidentally swallow AdBlue immediately rinse your mouth with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes Do not induce vomiting unless advised to by a doctor Seek medical help immediately AdBlue is a registered trademark and also known as AUS32 or DEF Diesel Exhaust Fluid The tank filler neck for AdBlue i...

Page 40: ...pending on the vehicle model or vehicle type either a sun awning an awning or a sun roof can be attached to the vehicle as a special accessory CAUTION Risk of damage to the canvas blind awning or the sun roof Snow and accumulated water can damage the canvas blind awning and the sun roof Strong winds can damage the canvas blind awning or the sun roof Keep the canvas blind awning and the sun roof fr...

Page 41: ...se its mechanical parts NOTE Always wait until the awning is completely dry before storing it to avoid potential mould and staining see section 18 7 Cleaning and care of the awning 6 3 2 Extending and retracting the canvas blind CAUTION Risk of damage to the sliding door If the awning is mounted to the roof there is a risk of collision with the sliding door Close the sliding door before extending ...

Page 42: ...awning mechanism 2 Extend the awning by about 1 metre by turning the handle anticlockwise 3 Open out both awning support legs and adjust to the correct length 4 Now extend the awning fully while adjusting the support legs so that they are always at right angles to the ground Reverse the process to retract the awning ...

Page 43: ... into the atmosphere each hour just by breathing This is why your vehicle must be ventilated via the windows and roof lights depending on the level of humidity Condensation may also form inside the acrylic glass double glazing in extreme weather conditions As the temperature rises again the condensation evaporates and the glass demists NOTE Condensation can form under the upholstery during the nig...

Page 44: ... be damaged Never let children play with key unattended 7 2 1 Ignition key with three buttons The following functions are available 1 Metal insert of ignition key 2 Unlock knob for ignition key 3 Unlock entrance doors 4 Lock entrance doors 10900036 1 Fig 6 Remote control for central locking three buttons 7 2 2 Ignition key with four buttons The following functions are available 1 Metal insert of i...

Page 45: ... Closing 1 Close the door gently insert the key in the door lock and with slight pressure against the door turn clock wise position B The key jumps back to its initial position 2 Remove the key A B Fig 8 Opening closing the driver s door passenger door from the outside 7 3 2 Opening closing the driver s door passenger door from the inside Opening 1 Pull on the door handle and open the door Closing...

Page 46: ...door lock with the remote control Fig 10 Opening closing the sliding door from outside 7 4 2 Opening closing the sliding door from inside CAUTION The quarter vent must be locked before open ing and closing the sliding door otherwise there is a risk of breaking the window Opening 1 Turn the lever clockwise to position A and slide the door open with the handhold under the door lock Closing 1 Turn th...

Page 47: ...creen blind sliding door CAUTION Damage to the flyscreen door The flyscreen door can be damaged by the handle of the sliding door Open the mosquito protection blind completely before closing the sliding door Fig 12 Flyscreen blind sliding door ...

Page 48: ...doors Close the windows before opening and closing the rear doors 7 5 1 Opening closing the first door leaf from the outside Opening 1 Insert the key in the door lock and turn anticlockwise position A The key jumps back to its initial position 2 Remove the key 3 Pull the door handle and open the door Closing 1 Close the door gently insert the key in the door lock and with slight pressure against t...

Page 49: ... closing first wing of two wing rear door from inside 7 5 3 Opening closing the second door leaf Opening 1 Pull the handle to position A to open the second wing of the rear door Closing 1 Close the door A Fig 15 Opening closing second wing of two wing rear door NOTE The angle of the open doors can be increased Further information can be found in the separate Operating Manual supplied by the manufa...

Page 50: ...i Heki The Midi Heki makes the interior of the caravan lighter provides improved ventilation and gives the living area a pleasant sense of space The inside frame of the Midi Heki incorporates a combined insect protection and blackout blind The insect protection and blackout blind can be used separately or together Thewideglassoverhangalsoallowstheglassdometoberaisedinrainwithoutwatergettingintothe...

Page 51: ...ges with the notched bar Fig 17 item 3 and the skylight dome remains at that angle Closing 1 Gripping the middle of the transverse rod with one hand pull downward 2 With the transverse rod Fig 17 item 1 pulled down ward push the roof light in the opposite direction until it is completely closed 3 Let go of the transverse rod Fig 17 item 1 When the end position is reached the stop hooks Fig 17 item...

Page 52: ... Fig 18 item 2 engages automatically Closing 1 Open the quarter vent a little more until the catch is released 2 Close the window 3 Turn the locking lever Fig 18 item 1 to position A 2 1 1 B A B A 10900331 1 Locking lever 2 Telescopic strut A Closed B Open Fig 18 Opening closing the quarter vents 7 9 Blackout blind front and side windows The illustration opposite shows the blackout blind for the f...

Page 53: ...e opening Fig 21 item 1 and pull the handle upwards 2 Push the seat Fig 21 item 2 towards the other seat 3 Clamp the compensating cushion Fig 21 item 3 between the seats Minimising the seat bench 1 Remove the compensating cushion Fig 21 item 3 2 Reach into the opening Fig 21 item 1 and pull the handle upwards 3 Push back the seat Fig 21 item 2 Extending minimising the seating surface 1 Raise the s...

Page 54: ...p Fig 22 item 2 on the right hand side 2 Slide the lifted table along the guide rail Fig 22 item 1 into the desired position 3 Lower the table top in the desired position The table top is now locked 10900532 1 2 Fig 22 Hook in table 7 11 2 Swivelling hook in table optional accessory DANGER Risk of injury When the vehicle is moving the swivelling hook in table may come loose and could lead to injur...

Page 55: ...12 Flat screen TV optional accessory DANGER Risk of accident or damage to the vehicle If the 12 volt power supply for the living area is switched off the automatic satellite system will not work and the satellite dish will remain in the last position before the deactivation This may lead to accidents during the journey or cause damage to the vehicle Before setting off make sure that the satellite ...

Page 56: ...ed by the manufacturer Swivelling the TV bracket 1 Loosen the locking screw Fig 24 item 1 2 Pull down and hold the locking button Fig 24 item 4 3 Swivel the flat screen TV into the desired position 4 Push up the locking button Fig 24 item 4 5 Secure the TV bracket using the locking screw Fig 24 item 1 Adjusting the height of the TV bracket 1 Loosen the locking screw Fig 24 item 2 2 Press and hold ...

Page 57: ...to place NOTE You will find information on operating the flat screen TVs in the separate Operating Manual supplied by the manufacturer 10900342 1 2 3 1 Catch 3 Flat screen TV 2 Slide out Fig 25 Sliding flat screen TV Extending the TV bracket 1 Press and hold the catch Fig 25 item 1 2 Pull out the flat screen TV Fig 25 item 3 until it reaches its end position Pushing the TV bracket back in 1 Push t...

Page 58: ...rtments underneath the sink 10900454 1 Fig 26 Sink cover 7 13 2 Flexible work surface optional accessory CAUTION Damage to the flexible work surface Fold down the work surface before setting off with the vehicle Do not lean on the flexible work surface Do not place heavy objects on the work surface Expanding the work surface 1 Fold up the extension Fig 27 item 1 for the work surface until it click...

Page 59: ...4 1 2 5 Fig 28 Vario bathroom Opening the vario bathroom 1 Open the lock Fig 28 item 1 2 Open the door Fig 28 item 4 and secure it with the magnetic holder Fig 28 item 3 Closing the vario bathroom 1 Close the door Fig 28 item 4 and lock it Fig 28 item 1 7 14 2 Shower CAUTION Damage to the shower curtain If the shower curtain is folded when damp mould and mildew can form Dry the shower curtain comp...

Page 60: ...r without water and cleaning agents If the area near the mirror edges is wet dry it immediately If the mirror is fogged up e g after a shower dry it immediately If the mirror fogs up frequently change your showering and ventilation habits If there is a lot of humidity in the bathroom cubicle e g after taking a shower ventilate the bathroom cubicle as soon as possible Do not use acidic bathroom cle...

Page 61: ...on of the windscreen as far as it will go 4 Lift the table top Fig 29 item 3 on the right hand side and unhook it from the upper guide rail Fig 29 item 1 5 Remove the lower part of the table s leg Fig 29 item 7 6 With the right hand side of the table top lifted hook the table top into the lower guide rail Fig 29 item 2 7 Lower the table top 8 Swivel out the swivelling table top Fig 29 item 4 9 Fol...

Page 62: ...ig 31 item 3 on the right hand side and unhook it from the upper guide rail Fig 31 item 5 4 Swivelling hook in table Remove the lower part of the table s leg Fig 31 item 7 5 With the right hand side of the table top lifted hook the table top into the lower guide rail Fig 31 item 4 6 Lower the table top 7 Remove the back cushions Fig 31 item 1 and 2 from the seat bench and distribute 8 Attach the u...

Page 63: ...f the floor plate is not attached to the bottom of the joint Attach the floor plate to the joint 5 Remove the floor plate Fig 32 item 4 from the holder under the table 6 Attach the floor plate Fig 32 item 4 to the bottom of the joint 7 With the right hand side of the table top lifted hook the table top into the lower guide rail Fig 32 item 2 8 Lower the table top 9 Remove the back cushions Fig 31 ...

Page 64: ...rectly If there are no anti fall guards on the rear beds then the rear beds may only be used when the rear doors are closed 10900529 2 1 10900530 1 2 Fig 33 Lounge function 1 Fig 34 Lounge function 2 Setting up the lounge 1 Fold up the desired bed frame Fig 33 item 1 or Fig 34 item 1 of the double bed 2 Fold up the supports Fig 33 item 2 and secure them Removing the lounge 1 Fold down the supports...

Page 65: ...age to the lifting bed Do not move the lifting bed while objects are placed on it NOTE The fall protection nets are located under the mattress Operating the lifting bed 1 Lift the lifting bed slightly and press the button Fig 35 item 1 2 Keep the button Fig 35 item 1 pressed and pull the lifting bed down 3 Release the button Fig 35 item 1 when the desired position is achieved The lifting bed engag...

Page 66: ...R Risk of injury There is a risk of injury if the pop up roof is opened or closed carelessly Limbs e g fingers may get crushed Open and close the pop up roof carefully Do not reach into the turn lock CAUTION Risk of damage to the pop up roof Improper handling can damage the pop up roof Close and securely lock the pop up roof before each journey Before opening the pop up roof check that sufficient ...

Page 67: ...r period of time check the pop up roof and the fabric bellows for proper function y Wipe dry any damp interior surfaces caused by humidity e g by breathing air dew drops and steam during cooking y Ventilate sufficiently Insufficient ventilation creates constant moisture This moisture promotes mould formation 8 4 1 Opening the pop up roof 10900537 4 3 1 2 Fig 36 Attaching the ladder 1 Extend the la...

Page 68: ...of must not tilt At a certain point the pop up roof opens automatically by means of the gas springs and is retained in the end position 10900539 1 2 3 Fig 38 Opening the turn lock NOTE At temperatures below 0 C the pop up roof does not open automatically 8 4 2 Using the bed NOTE Information on use Do not exceed the maximum load capacity of the bed of 200 kg Always open the pop up roof completely t...

Page 69: ...s From the outside a fixed mosquito net offers protection against insects DANGER Danger of falling If the mosquito net is opened there is an increased risk of falling from the roof of the vehicle Only open the mosquito net if bulky objects e g the mattress are to be removed from the bed room under the pop up roof The mosquito net must not be opened when there are children on the bed CAUTION Damage...

Page 70: ...air is regulated by setting up the slats Fig 42 item 1 The air flow direction is adjusted by changing the angle of the slats and turning the hot air outlet To interrupt the hot air supply close the slats 10900514 1 2 6 3 5 4 Fig 42 Hot air outlet Light and USB ports y The power supply for the lights and all appliances on the bed under the pop up roof is switched on centrally at the switch in the k...

Page 71: ...ed to the outside by overpressure Otherwise there is a risk that the fabric bellows could be squeezed between the pop up roof and the vehicle roof when closing CAUTION Damage to the fabric bellows Do not squeeze the fabric bellows 7 Pull down the pop up roof slowly and evenly on the two straps Fig 43 item 1 8 Secure the pop up roof on the right and left side using the turn locks Fig 44 Fold out th...

Page 72: ...g 45 item 2 on the right and left side 10 Unlock and unhook the ladder 11 Stow away the ladder in a safe place 12 If the pop up roof is closed stow the fabric bellows so that it does not protrude from the access hatch 10900540 1 2 Fig 45 Closing the quick release buckles ...

Page 73: ...ist workshop Never search for gas leaks in gas pipe connections with a cigarette lighter or other naked flame Gas operated appliances may only be used for the purpose for which they are intended CAUTION Pressure regulators and hoses must be replaced within 10 years of manufacture at the very latest The user is responsible for replacement 9 1 2 Notes on leaks in the gas system DANGER Risk of explos...

Page 74: ... the flame goes out the automatic flame failure device interrupts the gas supply Get a specialist workshop to certify the repair or modification of the gas system in the yellow gas test certificate Germany and always insist on a gas leak test being carried out To ensure a continuous exchange of air in the vehicle the forced ventilation openings in the roof lights mushroom vents and in the floor pl...

Page 75: ...mation on gas consumption The amount of gas you consume will depend on how much you use the gas appliances The cooker consumes about 300 g h 9 5 Replacing the gas cylinder DANGER Risk of explosion The only intervention that the customer is allowed to do is connecting the pressure regulator to the gas cylinder All other work must be carried out by an authorised specialist workshop Never use a light...

Page 76: ...p 5 Store and secure the empty gas cylinder in a suitable place in the gas locker 6 Place the full gas cylinder in the mounting in the gas locker and secure it with the fastening strap Fig 46 item 4 7 Screw on the connecting piece with hose rupture protection push button Fig 46 item 3 by hand caution left hand thread 8 Open the gas cylinder shut off valve Fig 46 item 1 9 Firmly press the hose rupt...

Page 77: ...ll jam if operated without water Do not use the water pump without water For a supply of fresh water all models come equipped with a fresh water tank and a water pump The water pump is operated using a 12 V system The pump fitted in the fresh water tank starts when a tap is used The fresh water tank is located under a cover in the rear of the vehicle The fresh water tank is heated via a heating li...

Page 78: ...alve Fig 49 item 1 To do so rotate the drain valve clockwise as far as it will go 2 Close the Truma FrostControl see section 12 3 1 Truma FrostControl 3 Unlock and open the water tank cover Fig 48 item 2 4 Fill the fresh water tank using a suitable container with a pouring fixture e g watering can 5 Close water tank cover Fig 48 item 2 10900455 1 2 1 Fresh water filler neck 2 Water tank cover Fig ...

Page 79: ...We recommend that you change the water in the fresh water canister tank regularly e g weekly even when full as bacteria will form in the fresh water after only a few days and make the water undrinkable 10 5 Draining the fresh water tank 1 Switch off the water pump on the on board control see section 11 5 On board control 2 Open all taps 3 Open the cover to the fresh water tank 4 Turn the drain val...

Page 80: ...ting for the waste water tank as well as a pipe auxiliary heating heating for the waste water line are available This keeps the waste water tank frost proof even at low temperatures NOTE Waste water should only be drained on camping sites with suitable sewage systems or specially designated disposal facilities 10 8 Emptying the waste water tank The drain valve and the drain outlet for the waste wa...

Page 81: ...m and if they comply with the electrical safety standards Damaged power supply cables must be replaced immediately If cables or connectors are damaged you are not allowed to use the appliance any longer Never use a pressure washer or steam cleaner for cleaning work Moisture may penetrate electrical components Only start electrical appliances when they are dry You are not allowed to perform any oth...

Page 82: ...onnector of the vehicle 3 Plug the electrical cable into the power supply point or the emergency power generator Disconnecting the electrical connection 1 Disconnect the electrical cable from the power supply point or the emergency power generator 2 Disconnect the electrical cable from the CEE connector on the vehicle 3 Stow away the electrical cable NOTE Use a rubber insulated HO7 RN F 3G 2 5 mm2...

Page 83: ...minated 4 Distribution box Picture may differ to your model Fig 52 Electric unit The charge booster amplifies the power of the charger Day to day operations do not require any intervention on the charge booster 11 3 1 Automatic circuit breaker When connected to an external 230 volt power supply the vehicle is protected by the fuses Fig 53 item 2 ground fault circuitbreaker Fig 53 item1 intheautoma...

Page 84: ...leengineisrunningornot The entire 12 volt system is controlled by the on board control 11 5 On board control The on board control is installed in the area of the sliding door The water pump Fig 54 item 10 can be switched on and off via the main switch Fig 54 item 9 or using the respective individual switch on the on board control The charge state of the starter battery Fig 54 item 2 the charge sta...

Page 85: ...s 6 Indicator 230 Volt mains connected 7 LED voltmeter Monitoring voltage of starter and living area batteries 8 Awning light switch 9 Main switch 10 Water pump switch if item 9 switched on 11 Button Fresh water tank level 12 Starter battery charge status empty battery symbolised by flashing light 13 Living area battery charge status empty battery symbolised by flashing light 14 Fresh water tank e...

Page 86: ...ery Complete discharge can damage the living area battery beyond repair The living area battery may only be charged with a suitable charger when removed from the vehicle Follow the instructions regarding the charging characteristic given by the manufacturer of the charger NOTE Draining the living area battery If the 230 V power supply of the vehicle is switched off disconnected or the vehicle engi...

Page 87: ...d living area batteries Fig 54 item 7 11 7 2 Checking the charging process of the living area battery and starter battery Before starting your journey check whether the living area battery and the starter battery are charging after connecting and activating the 230 volt power supply 1 Connect the vehicle to the 230 volt power supply see 11 2 When the indicator 230 Volt mains connected Fig 54 item ...

Page 88: ...lead black Only use insulated battery terminals NOTE You will find further information in the separate Operating Manual supplied by the device manufacturer 11 9 Electrical supply The electrical supply for appliances in the vehicle is split as follows Appliance 230 V mains connection Mains connection direct 230 V mains connection Via charger 12 V Living area battery Refrigerator X X 230 volt socket...

Page 89: ...r pump 40w 3 4 A 0 5 20w 1 7 Ah 0 5 20w 1 7 Ah heater hot water boiler 72w 6 0 A 3 0 216w 18 0 Ah 16 1 152w 96 0 Ah Ceiling storage compartment light 8w 0 7 A 1 0 8w 0 7 Ah 2 0 16w 1 4 Ah Television set 40w 3 4 A 2 0 80w 6 8 Ah 4 0 160w 13 6 Ah Energy consumption Total 600W 50 2 Ah Total 1 656W 141 55 Ah Approx 1 5 days independent Approx 0 5 days independent Tab 7 Example showing how to calculate...

Page 90: ...e emergency power generator 1 Start the emergency power generator and wait until it has reached operating temperature Depending on the ambient temperature it may take approximately 5 to 10 minutes for the emergency generator to attain operating temperature Wait until the voltage indicator on the emergency power generator shows a constant voltage Causes for voltage fluctuations include suddenly swi...

Page 91: ...y Regardless of the position of the ignition key thecarradiocanbeswitchedonandoffwiththetoggleswitch shown opposite The switch for the car radio is located on the dashboard near the cigarette lighter Three switch positions are possible I Radio functions with ignition switched on Radio without function II Radio functions with ignition switched off 10900392 Fig 56 Car radio switch on the dashboard 1...

Page 92: ...ntilation devices or exhaust openings Clean the ventilation devices and exhaust openings regularly DANGER Risk of explosion There is a risk of explosion when using gas powered or fuel powered appliances when refuelling the vehicle in multi storey car parks in garages and on ferries Switch off the gas operated or fuel powered appliances at the control element Make sure the gas operated or fuel powe...

Page 93: ...owered Truma Combi heating systems or if the tank is empty multiple startups of the heater are generally required to fill the fuel lines 12 1 1 Heating and water heating 1 Remove the chimney cover and check that the chimney is not obstructed The chimney is located in the left hand side of the vehicle 2 Close the side window at the seat bench There is a switch located at the side window which shuts...

Page 94: ...r temperate is reached Yellow LED flashes warning 9 Red LED is lit or flashing Error Fig 58 Control element CP classic The CP classic control element allows setting the following operating modes Summer operation only hot water without heating Winter operation heating operation with controlled water temperature Winter operation heating operation without controlled water temperature Winter operation...

Page 95: ...heating phase this goes out when the water tem perature has been achieved Heating without controlled water temperature 1 Turn the rotary knob Fig 58 item 2 to position 5 2 Turn the rotary knob Fig 58 item 1 to the desired thermostat setting of 1 5 for the room temperature The green LED Fig 58 item 3 lights up and displays the position of the set room temperature After attaining the room temperatur...

Page 96: ...ng mixed operation 1 Turn the rotary knob Fig 59 item 2 to position 6 or 7 10900360 230 V Combi E 2 1 5 4 3 7 6 1 Yellow LED is lit when in electric operation 2 Rotary knob for energy selection 3 Electric operation 230 volts 1800 W 4 Electric operation 230 volts 900 W 5 Diesel operation 6 Mixed operation diesel and 900 W electric operation 7 Mixed operation diesel and 1800 W electric operation Fig...

Page 97: ...ting Press the rotary push button for longer than 3 seconds to switch the control element on or off Back button Fig 60 item 9 serves to switch back to the previous menu or previous display 10900026 1 6 2 3 5 4 8 7 9 1 Display 2 Status bar 3 Menu bar top 4 Menu bar bottom 5 Display mains voltage 230 Volt power grid 6 Display time switch 7 Settings values 8 Rotary push button 9 Back button Fig 60 Tr...

Page 98: ... completely when the heating system is switched off Opening the Truma FrostControl 1 Switch off the water pump via the switch on the on board control see section 11 5 On board control 2 Open all taps and shower heads to the centre position 3 Turn the rotary switch Fig 61 item 1 from position B Closed by 90 until it engages in position A Empty The push button Fig 61 item 2 springs out The contents ...

Page 99: ...nd a pipe auxiliary heating heating for the waste water line are available as optional accessories This keeps the waste water tank frost proof even at low temperatures The fresh water tank and the waste water tank are heated via a heating line Thus making the fresh water tank and the waste watertankfrost proofeven atlowtemperatures Theheatinglineisopenedor closedwitha string operatedshut off The s...

Page 100: ...ygen supply of the fire Objects lying on the gas cooker may ignite Do not place any combustible objects on the gas cooker The heat created during the cooking process may cause objects and spray cans stored in the drawers directly underneath the gas cooker to ignite Do not store flammable items or spray cans in the drawers under the gas cooker Flames glinting beyond the gas cooker may cause adjacen...

Page 101: ... burner by the control element works with reduced heat so that the adjacent kitchen area cannot be damaged by the burner NOTE Do not use the gas cooker for heating the vehicle NOTE Before using the gas cooker for the first time carefully read the operating manual for the device provided by the manufacturer Using the gas cooker 1 Open the gas cylinder shut off valve 2 Lift up the cover on the hob 3...

Page 102: ...alified specialist If the thermocouple is bent or faulty the burner will not operate correctly and the flame will keep going out even though the control knob is pressed for a long time If this happens a new thermocouple must be fitted by a qualified specialist You will find further information in the separate Operating Manual supplied by the device manufacturer ...

Page 103: ... V The capacity of the refrigerator is indicated on the nameplate on the interior of the refrigerator Operating the refrigerator The control knob in the refrigerator can be used to switch the refrigerator on and off and adjust the temperature NOTE You will find further information in the separate Operating Manual supplied by the device manufacturer ...

Page 104: ...cially designated disposal facilities Use an environmentally friendly and biodegradable chemical toilet additive If environmental concerns exist the WC can also be used without chemical additives but the cassette will require more frequent emptying as a result Using the toilet 1 Closely follow the instructions and carry out any preparatory measures given in the operating manual provided by the man...

Page 105: ...ated air will quickly remove the water vapour as warm air can absorb much more moisture than cold air The lower the room temperature at relative air humidity the quicker condensation will form if there is a slight difference between the temperature of the room air and the temperature on the inside wall The windows window frames and the corners of storage lockers are particularly prone to condensat...

Page 106: ...off see section 10 8 Emptying the waste water tank The living area battery should be kept fully charged at all times While heating up the vehicle open all cupboards flaps and storage lockers to prevent condensation forming Avoid storing containers bottles cans etc containing water juice or other liquids in the unheated vehicle as they may freeze All snow and ice should be carefully removed from th...

Page 107: ...Vaseline OK Table salt or an environmentally friendly antifreeze for the waste water tank OK Snow mats OK Snow chains OK Jump leads OK A bag of sand is always useful should you get stuck in snow OK Snow covers for roof lights only for permanent campers OK OK OK OK OK OK OK Before using snow chains please contact an authorised dealer or the rim manufacturer Copy if necessary Tab 8 Recommended acces...

Page 108: ...r paint damage Products suitable for repairing paintwork are available from your VANTourer dealer OK Wash the vehicle thoroughly and apply wax Suitable vehicle care products are available from your VANTourer dealer OK If the vehicle is not jacked up move it once a month to avoid pressure marks on the tyres and the wheel bearings Secure the vehicle by placing chocks under the wheels OK Refuel the v...

Page 109: ... the gas locker and store them properly at home OK OK OK OK OK LIVING AREA Leave all cupboard doors service hatches and storage compartments open OK Clean all storage compartments OK Stand up all cushions or keep in the house OK Clean the refrigerator OK Leave the refrigerator door and the freezer compartment slightly open OK Make sure that the forced ventilation openings are not covered OK OK OK ...

Page 110: ...ator ventilation grille if available OK Retract the sun awning OK Remove the awning and sun roof OK Clean the pop up roof optional accessory allow it to fully dry close and lock it properly OK ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Remove starter battery vehicle and living area battery charge with a suitable charger and store in a frost free place at home OK OK OK OK OK LIVING AREA Remove all cushions from the vehicle...

Page 111: ...nt OK Check the pop up roof optional accessory OK OK WATER SYSTEM Rinse through water pipes and fresh water tank with fresh water Taps must be open OK Close all drain valves and taps OK Check taps drain valves and water distributors for leaks OK OK OK OK GAS SYSTEM Set gas cylinders upright in gas locker strap in tight and connect OK OK OK OK ELECTRICAL SYSTEM For information on putting the electr...

Page 112: ...ernal applications decorative films may come off Do not clean the vehicle using a round jet nozzle or dirt blaster nozzle Do not point the pressurised jet directly at external applications decorative films Do not clean tyres with pressure washers or hot water pressure washers Only point the pressurised jet of water at the vehicle from a certain distance Do not point the pressurised jet directly at...

Page 113: ...its sheen Apply the coat of wax as directed by the manufacturer of the product GRP parts can acquire a yellowish hue over time This is not however a quality defect There are special cleaning and polishing products to improve the look of these parts These products can be obtained through authorised dealers To freshen up old paintwork the vehicle can be treated with a suitable polish Here again you ...

Page 114: ...at might scratch or score surfaces The bathroom cubicle should only be cleaned with a little water containing a mild cleaner and a damp cloth Never lay the carpet onto wet PVC floor covering as the carpet can stick to the PVC and pull the covering with it when the carpet is next taken up NOTE Care instructions for the mirror in the bathroom cubicle Remove stains that occur during daily use e g wat...

Page 115: ...c mouldings should only be subjected to contact with the solvents referred to above for a short period of time maximum of 2 minutes at room temperature While cleaning keep mechanical stress on mouldings e g clamping to a minimum to prevent any deformation Water used for cleaning should be softened to prevent lime scale If calcium deposits appear on the surface these can be removed with commerciall...

Page 116: ... soft cloth Do not use any other liquid than water with a mild washing up liquid 10 solution to keep the acrylic glass of the window clear and to avoid electrostatic charge To remove stubborn stains use a special acrylic glass cleaner that is available from your VANTourer dealer Regularly lubricate all hinges flaps and windows with acid free terminal grease or gun oil e g Ballistol to ensure movin...

Page 117: ...wning If the fabric of the awning is not properly maintained and sufficiently aired e g when being folded and stowed away when wet mould can form on the fabric Avoid the use of strong solvents in this case DANGER When applying fungicides you must use protective equipment such as safety glasses mask and safety gloves and ensure that the area is well ventilated The directions for use in the leaflet ...

Page 118: ...ssible If you want to use these agents check whether the agent is suitable for the intended purpose and observe the manufacturer s processing instructions In the case of larger contamination clean with a mild soap solution e g solution of soft soap and water at approx 35 C Foam up the cleaning solution by soaking and squeezing out a sponge and apply the foam to the stain Allow the solution to soak...

Page 119: ...e of particular importance Depending on how regularly the fabric bellows is used repeated treatment with impregnation may be necessary Only carry out re impregnation when the fabric is dry Use a silicone free impregnating agent for re impregnation Always follow the instructions for use of the reimpregnation agent 18 9 Treatment of stiff zip fasteners Pop up roof optional accessory The zip fastener...

Page 120: ...ype approval law StVZO stipulates that caravans registered in Germany must be officially inspected regularly by an authorised inspection body e g TÜV DEKRA These inspections comprise the general inspection HU the exhaust gas test AU vehicle and the inspection of the liquid gas system A gas engineer must issue a gas test certificate certifying that the gas system has been properly tested The gas te...

Page 121: ...ction measures for the base vehicle can be found in the separate operating manual provided by the manufacturer of the base vehicle Maintenance measure Maintenance interval Perform handover inspection see warranty booklet On the day of handover Perform first leak test After 12 14 months Perform second leak test After 24 26 months Perform third leak test After 36 38 months Perform forth leak test Af...

Page 122: ...ric shock When the caravan is connected to the 230 volt mains there is a risk of electric shock Disconnect the vehicle from the 230 volt mains supply before starting any work NOTE It is recommended to carry a replacement set containing all illuminants used in the vehicle so as to be able to perform an immediate replacement if required You will find further information in the separate Operating Man...

Page 123: ...e covers Do not pull on the cables 4 Use a screwdriver from the on board toolkit to remove the attachment screws of the cover Fig 63 item 2 5 Carefully remove the cover Fig 63 item 2 Pay attention to the cable lengths of the speakers and sockets 10900457 1 1 2 Fig 63 Cover Illustration may differ to your model 6 Remove the inspection opening Fig 64 item 1 if present Depending on the base vehicle e...

Page 124: ...on opening can be found in the gas locker When refitting Ensure that the seal is not damaged and that the gas locker is closed tightly again 10900326 1 2 Fig 65 Rear light nut with tool from the onboard toolkit 20 2 Changing a wheel DANGER You should only change a wheel on firm level ground and well away from moving traffic Other road users must be made aware of your motorhome according to the nat...

Page 125: ...is and the body will get severely damaged Only use the front towing eyelet for towing the vehicle Use a tow rope or a tow bar with sufficient tensile strength Towing the vehicle 1 Fasten the tow rope or tow bar to the front towing eyelet on the vehicle 2 Fasten the tow rope or tow bar to the respective towing fixture on the towing vehicle 3 When towing observe the legal regulations hazard warning ...

Page 126: ...if the vehicle is equipped with a trailer hitch Towing with the vehicle 1 Fasten the tow rope or tow bar to the trailer hitch or eyelet on the vehicle 2 Fasten the tow rope or tow bar to the respective towing fixture on the vehicle to be towed 3 When towing observe the legal regulations hazard warning lights maximum speed towing on motorways etc 4 After towing remove the tow rope or tow bar from b...

Page 127: ...etic or Thetford toilet Thetford etc GAS SYSTEM 1 1 Fault Cause Action Gas smell high gas consumption Leak in gas system Immediately shut down gas system close gas cylinder open doors and windows and ventilate thoroughly Contact the customer service and have the gas system checked Do not operate electrical switches e g ignition Naked flames and smoking are strictly forbidden No gas Gas cylinder sh...

Page 128: ...ruma CP E classic and the Truma CP plus can also be found on the Truma company website TRUMA HEATER HOT WATER BOILER FrostControl 1 1 The drain valve FrostControl opens after switching off the heater Temperature on the drain valve below 3 C Switch on heating The drain valve opens automatically at tempera tures below about 3 C When the heating is off the drain valve can only be closed again at temp...

Page 129: ...Ignition detector defective Contact customer service Flame goes out on Low Flame setting Ignition detector sensor not correctly adjusted Adjust ignition detection sensor correctly do not bend The tip of the sensor should project above the burner by 5 mm The sensor neck should be no more than 3 mm from the burner ring Contact the customer service if necessary ...

Page 130: ...attery rises above 2 volts and the charging process begins If the living area battery cannot be charged renew the battery contact customer service if necessary Living area battery does not charge during travel Green LED on the on board control is not lighting Fig 54 item 5 Starter battery 40 A fuse in distribution box defective Replace defective fuse Relay or electronics in distribution box defect...

Page 131: ...fective Renew tap Fresh water tank display Fig 54 item 3 not working Connection between onboard controls and measuring sensor defective Identify fault and correct On board control defective Have the on board control replaced by customer service Waste water tank display Fig 54 item 4 not working Connection between onboard controls and measuring sensor defective Identify fault and correct On board c...

Page 132: ...e in distribution box defective Replace or press in defective fuse Water pump defective Have the water pump replaced by customer service at your local VANTourer service centre Pinched water hose Remove kink from water hose or replace Transformer rectifier defective Contact customer service Water leaking in vehicle Leak in water system Locate leak reclip supply hoses ...

Page 133: ...09 0006 08EN 21 09 REFRIGERATOR 1 1 Fault Cause Action Refrigerator does not switch on in 12 volt operation Refrigerator fuse in distribution box defective Replace the fuse Battery is discharged Charge battery Always make sure the battery is charged ...

Page 134: ...oo high The thermostat in the seat heating has switched off Wait until the temperature of the seat cover has decreased The heating is working The LED does not light up The lighting in the switch is defec tive Switch the seat heating off and go to a specialist workshop Uneven heat distribution between seating surface and backrest Switch the seat heating off and go to a specialist workshop Repeated ...

Page 135: ...of natural raw materials The weights and dimensions specified in the registration certificate vehicle documents do not include any additional equipment VANTourer 540 D VANTourer 600 D Total length cm 541 599 Width cm outer inner 205 187 205 187 Height cm outer inner 258 190 258 190 Wheel base cm 345 403 5 VANTourer 600 L VANTourer 630 L Total length cm 599 747 Width cm outer inner 205 187 205 187 ...

Page 136: ...aden mass Please refer to the registration certificate vehicle documents for the respective value 21 2 1 Mass of the vehicle in running order The mass of the vehicle in running order is defined as follows y Mass of unladen vehicle incl on board tools without spare wheel y 75 kg driver s weight y Diesel tank 90 full y Liquid gas 100 full y Toilet flush tank 100 full y Fresh water heater 100 full y ...

Page 137: ...um load capacity The important value of the maximum payload luggage loading gas water etc results from the difference between the permissible maximum laden mass and the mass of the unladen vehicle Example Permissible maximum laden mass 3 500 kg Mass of unladen vehicle 2 700 kg Maximum load capacity 800 kg luggage loading gas water etc The mass of the unladen vehicle is determined by weighing a veh...

Page 138: ...alues Tick the packages that are installed in your vehicle Enter name and weight for any additional optional accessory into the empty lines below Calculate the sum of the determined weights and enter the value into the Total weight of VANTourer accessories on board field at the end of this table EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORY PACKAGES CHASSIS PACKAGE PLUS 52 0 kg OK COMFORT PACKAGE 45 5 kg OK PRIME PACKA...

Page 139: ...ights of personal equipment Use this page to enter and add up the weight of the personal equipment you carry along Remarks Date Page of kg kg kg kg kg kg kg kg kg kg kg kg kg kg kg kg Total weight of the personal equipment on board kg Copy if necessary ...

Page 140: ... equipment compare this figure with the maximum load capacity of your vehicle The following table can be used for comparison My caravan Take the total weight of the VANTourer accessories on board from Page 138 If the total weight is lower than the maximum payload VANTourer accessories kg Enter the total weight of personal equipment carried from Page 139 Have a good trip For the maximum load capaci...

Page 141: ...cified tyre pressure values apply to cold tyres and a fully laden vehicle Tab 11 Tyre pressure table NOTE Please refer to the operating manual of the manufacturer of the base vehicle for the tyre pressure required for other tyre sizes Rim size Tightening torque Nm Steel rims Tightening torque Nm Light metal rims 6 J x 15 160 10 160 10 6 J x 16 180 10 180 10 71 2 J x 17 optional accessory 180 10 Ta...

Page 142: ...rst aid kit y Hazard warning triangle y Safety vest y First aid kit y Hazard warning triangle y Hazard warning light y Safety vest Tab 13 Accessories to be carried in case of emergency in Germany motorhome 22 2 Emergency telephone numbers Europe The 24 hour service of the ADAC headquarters in Munich can be contacted from all countries without ADAC emergency call centres Telephone 00 49 0 89 22 22 ...

Page 143: ... observed 22 5 Provisions governing road tolls Europe Road toll charges are nowadays applicable in many European countries The provisions governing road tolls and the method of collection vary between countries As in the case of the traffic regulations motorists are obliged to find out about these provisions before setting off NOTE Information in this regard is available from all automobile clubs ...

Page 144: ...ghts and the HEKI except forced ventilation openings been closed properly OK Has the pop up roof optional accessory been closed and securely locked OK Have all ladders e g for the bunk bed or the pop up roof been securely stowed away in their designated storage location OK Are the electrically operated entrance step and the satellite dish fully retracted OK Are all liquid containers including thos...

Page 145: ...23 145 ChECKLiST 109 0006 08EN 21 09 23 2 Checklist for personal entries Remarks Date Page of OK OK OK OK OK OK OK OK OK OK OK OK OK OK OK OK OK OK OK OK Copy if necessary ...

Page 146: ... care of the vehicle interior 114 Cleaning and care of wooden parts optional accessory 115 Cleaning care 112 Cleaning plastic parts of the vehicle s interior 115 Cleaning plastic parts on the outside of the vehicle 114 Cleaning the pop up roof 117 Connect the vehicle to the 230 volt mains 82 Converting the seating group into a bed 61 D Daytime running lights mandatory Europe 142 Determining the pa...

Page 147: ...trolled water temperature 95 Heating Hot water only 95 Heating Summer operation 95 Heating Switch off 95 Heating Truma Combi D 92 Heating Truma CP plus optional accessory 97 Heating Winter operation 95 Hook in table swivelling 54 I Ignition key 44 In case of fire 19 Information tips 142 Installing or removing the living area battery 88 Instructions for using the gas system 73 Interior fittings and...

Page 148: ...ply 70 Pop up roof Removal of stains 118 Prevention of fire hazards 18 Protection of electrical circuits in the vehicle 83 Provisions governing road tolls Europe 143 R Rating plate 11 Rear bed with lounge function 64 Reducing weight for driving 80 Reflective vest mandatory Europe 143 Refrigerator 103 Refuelling diesel fuel 38 Refuelling the vehicle 37 Registering the vehicle 24 Replacing the illum...

Page 149: ...Using the vehicle again after laying up temporarily or over the winter 111 Using the vehicle for the first time 24 V Vario bathroom 59 Vehicle check before setting off 35 Vehicle data 11 Vehicle seat Armrest adjustment 30 Vehicle seat Backrest adjustment 30 Vehicle seat Rotary adjustment 29 Ventilating the vehicle 43 W Waste water disposal 80 Water pump Switch 85 Weights of personal equipment 139 ...

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