Fiat Capron A361 Manual Download

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Index

156

Capron - 04-17 - CAP-0017-01

Opening

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

Roman shade

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

Ventilation position

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

Help on Europe's roads

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147

Helpful notes

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147

High rate of gas consumption

. . . . . . . 14

141

High-pressure cleaner, washing with

. . . . . . . . 119

Hinged window

Blind

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

Closing

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Continuous ventilation

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Insect screen

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

Opening

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Hot air distribution

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Hot-air heater

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

Circulation fan

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

Operating unit

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

Troubleshooting

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

Indicator lamp, toilet

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116

Information stickers

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134

Initial start-up

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Inner door, troubleshooting

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146

Insect screen, cleaning

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

Insect screen, conversion door

Closing

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Opening

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Insect screen, Heki skylight

Closing

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

Opening

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

Insect screen, windows

Closing

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

Opening

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

Inspection work

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129

Inspections

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129

Interior care

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

Interior lighting

Bulbs, changing

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132

Troubleshooting

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139

Ladder, bunk bed

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Ladder, overcab bed

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Ladder, pull-down bed

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Lamps

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

132

Cleaning

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

Operating

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Lay-up

Temporary

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

Temporary (toilet)

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

Winter lay-up

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127

Leakage water inside the vehicle

. . . . . . . . . . .145

LED lamp

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132

Switching on/off

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Lift-off table

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

Conversion to bed foundation

. . . . . . . . . . . .56

Moving forwards/backwards

. . . . . . . . . . . . .56

Lighting

Front

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

Lamps, cleaning

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

LED lamp

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Rear

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131

Troubleshooting

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139

Lights see bulbs, changing

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132

Living area battery

Discharging

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76

Fuses

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

Instructions

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

Position

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

Troubleshooting

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

141

Load

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Bike rack

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Rear garage

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Rear storage space

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Load see also payload

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Lock

Conversion door

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Driver's door

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

External flap

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Low beam

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

Main beam

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

Maintenance work

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129

Mass in ready-to-drive condition

. . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Maximum permissible gross weight

. . . . . . .18

Mechanical steady legs

Extending

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Length, adjustment

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Retracting

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Net curtains, cleaning

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

No gas

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .141

Summary of Contents for Capron A361

Page 1: ...winder 37 5 10 Electrically adjustable sexternal mirrors 38 5 11 Filling up with diesel 38 6 Pitching the motorhome 39 6 1 Handbrake 39 6 2 Entrance step 39 6 3 Ramps 39 6 4 Supports 39 6 4 1 General instructions 39 6 4 2 Steady legs 40 6 5 240 V connection 40 6 6 Refrigerator 40 7 Living 41 7 1 Doors 41 7 1 1 Driver s door conversion door outside 41 7 1 2 Conversion door inside 42 7 1 3 Driver s ...

Page 2: ...er 100 10 3 2 Gas oven with grill Thetford Duplex 101 10 3 3 Extractor hood recirculating 103 10 4 Refrigerator 103 10 4 1 Refrigerator ventilation grill 104 10 4 2 Operation Thetford 104 10 4 3 Refrigerator door locking mechanism 106 11 Sanitary fittings 107 11 1 Water supply general 107 11 2 Water tank 108 11 2 1 Drinking water filler neck with cap 108 11 2 2 Filling the water system 108 11 2 3 ...

Page 3: ...tions 137 14 4 Handling of tyres 137 14 5 Tightening torque 137 14 6 Tyre pressure 137 15 Troubleshooting 139 15 1 Chapter overview 139 15 2 Braking system 139 15 3 Electrical system 139 15 4 Gas system 141 15 5 Cooker 142 15 6 Extractor hood 142 15 7 Heater boiler 142 15 8 Refrigerator 144 15 9 Water supply 145 15 10 Body 146 16 Helpful notes 147 16 1 Traffic rules in foreign countries 147 16 2 H...

Page 4: ...Contents 4 Capron 04 17 CAP 0017 01EN ...

Page 5: ...very 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 Delivery date Initial registration Purchased from company Expiry of the warranty period Key number Chassis number Customer address Surname Christian name Street house number Postal...

Page 6: ...6 Capron 04 17 CAP 0017 01EN Warranty 1 ...

Page 7: ...described when an explanation is required Adhere to the instruction manuals which are separately enclosed Should the vehicle be subjected to damage due to a failure to follow the instructions in this instruction manual then the warranty claim is deemed invalid Our vehicles are subjected to continuous development Please understand that we reserve the right to alter the form equipment and technology...

Page 8: ...missible gross weight Observe the test and inspection periods stipulated by the manufacturer 2 2 Environmental tips Z Be considerate of the environment Z Remember that All kinds of waste water and household waste are not to be disposed of in drains or in the open countryside Z On board collect waste water only in the waste water tank or if necessary in other containers designed for that purpose Z ...

Page 9: ...hieved more quickly whilst the vehicle is in motion Z Use an environmentally friendly WC chemical agent for the WC which can also be biologically degraded and only use small doses Z 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 Z Always leave the parking pla...

Page 10: ...10 Capron 04 17 CAP 0017 01EN Introduction 2 ...

Page 11: ...X Never leave children in the vehicle unattended X Keep flammable materials clear of heating and cooking appliances X Never use portable heating or cooking appliances X Only authorised qualified personnel may make changes to the electrical system gas system or appliances X Always carry a dry powder fire extinguisher in the vehicle The fire extin guisher must be approved tested and close at hand X ...

Page 12: ...forma tion concerning the size of the approved wheel rims and tyres is included in the vehicle documents or can be obtained from authorised dealers and service centres Z Firmly apply the handbrake when parking the vehicle Z When leaving the vehicle it is imperative that all doors external flaps and windows are closed Z Always carry the legally prescribed equipment e g first aid kit warning vest ha...

Page 13: ...xplosion X Do not operate the heater in closed spaces Danger of suffocation Z Before commencing the journey distribute the payload evenly within the vehicle see chapter 4 Z 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 Z Before commencing the journey en...

Page 14: ... For modifications to the gas system have the gas system immediately checked by an authorised specialist workshop X The gas pressure regulator the gas tubes and the exhaust gas pipes must also be inspected The gas pressure regulator and the gas tubes must be replaced observing the nationally defined deadlines the latest after 10 years The vehicle owner is responsible for seeing that this is carrie...

Page 15: ...o the vent and must be sealed The exhaust gas pipe must not show any evidence of damage X Exhaust fumes must be able to escape into the atmosphere unhindered and fresh air must be able to enter unhindered For this reason keep the exhaust pipe and intake openings clean and unobstructed e g free from snow and ice For this reason no snow walls or aprons may lie against the vehicle X Handle full or em...

Page 16: ...s when the cause of the defect is known and has been remedied X Never bridge or repair fuses X Water left standing in the water tank or in the water pipes becomes undrinkable after a short period Therefore before each use of the vehicle thoroughly clean the water pipes and the water tank After each use of the vehicle completely empty the water tank and the water pipes X In the case of lay ups last...

Page 17: ...ter there is a checklist which once again summarises the most important points 4 1 Initial start up The motorhome is supplied with a set of keys consisting of keys for the base vehicle and keys for the body Always deposit a replacement key outside the vehicle Make a note of the key number Our authorised dealers and workshops can offer assistance in case of loss 4 2 Registration Your motorhome is a...

Page 18: ...ual weight is shown in the vehicle documents but not the weight of the loaded vehicle see section 4 3 1 For your own safety we recommend that you have your loaded vehicle with all passengers luggage and personal objects weighed on a public weighbridge before you set out on your journey X Adapt the speed to the payload The stopping distance is increased if the payload is high Z Do not exceed the ma...

Page 19: ... full fresh water system z A gas bottle filled up to 90 z A full heating system z The power cables for the 240 V power supply z A full toilet flushing system z The installation kit for an auxiliary battery if an auxiliary battery can be used The waste water and sewage tanks are empty The weight in ready to drive condition and the actual weight are shown by the manufacturer in the vehicle documents...

Page 20: ...orcycle rack z Satellite unit Information about the weights of the various special equipment devices can be obtained from the manufacturer Personal equipment Personal equipment includes all items in the vehicle that are not included in the conventional load or in the additional equipment For example personal equipment can include the following z Foodstuffs z Crockery z Clothes z Bedding z Toys z B...

Page 21: ...nt for the correct loading of the vehicle see section 4 3 3 The sum of these values is the current weight of the vehicle X 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 X The maximum permissible gross weight and the weight including special equipment fitted at the fac...

Page 22: ... axle in cm G weight of the load in the storage space in kg R wheelbase of the vehicle distance between axles in cm X For safety reasons never exceed the maximum permissible gross weight in a laden condition X Distribute the load evenly on the left and right sides of the vehicle X Distribute the load evenly on both axles In doing so observe the axle loads specified in the vehicle documents Observe...

Page 23: ... way If the load on the front axle is too low the grip of the tyres on the road is reduced traction as is the vehicle s steerability This applies in particular to vehicles with front wheel drive In this case the load must be redistributed too 4 3 4 Rear garage rear storage space Example 1 Example 2 Example calculation Distance to the front axle A A1 450 cm A2 250 cm Weight in the storage space G x...

Page 24: ...etaining clip or the retaining bracket and to the spacer respectively If the bike rack is only loaded with one bicycle position the bicycle as closely as possible to the rear wall X Observe the permissible axle loads and maximum permissible gross weight when loading the bike rack X Bicycles may not jut out beyond the maximum width of the vehicle Adjust the attachments for the bikes accordingly X L...

Page 25: ...he journey and after short interruptions of the journey ensure that the entrance step is completely retracted X Do not stand in the direct range of the entrance step while it is being retracted or extended X Do not step on the entrance step until it has extended completely There is a risk of injury X Do not under any circumstances raise or lower persons or loads with the entrance step Z Do not gre...

Page 26: ...ugging them onto the cover Fig 2 3 Thus the windscreen shade is secured against closing involuntarily during the journey Securing Roman shade side panes Push the handle Fig 3 1 of the Roman shade into the cap Fig 3 2 Thus the Roman shade is secured against closing involuntarily 4 6 PVC floor covering Fig 2 Roman shade for windscreen closed Fig 3 Roman shade for side pane closed X Gas pipes and ele...

Page 27: ...ilable for the panes in the driver s cabin The sliding regulator for the branch block is located on the outside left of the dashboard Opening branch block Push the sliding regulator Fig 4 2 fully upwards The branch block Fig 4 1 is open The living area heater also heats the windscreen Closing branch block Push the sliding regulator Fig 4 2 fully downwards The branch block is closed The living area...

Page 28: ... Unlock and open the bonnet Open the lid Fig 7 1 on the filler neck of the washer fluid container Carefully fill in windscreen washer fluid Close the lid on the filler neck of the washer fluid container Close the bonnet X When the bonnet is open there is a risk of injury in the engine compart ment X Even if the engine was switched off some time ago it might still be hot Danger of burns X Do not wo...

Page 29: ...l dipstick engine oil Z Further information can be found in the instruction manual of the base vehicle Z Only mount snow chains if there is a clearance of at least 50 mm between the tyres and the vehicle body Z When using 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 co...

Page 30: ...rbox and power steering controlled 5 Coolant and fluid for windscreen washers filled up 6 Brakes function 7 Brakes react evenly 8 When braking the vehicle remains in the lane Housing body outside 9 Awning completely retracted 10 Roof free of snow and ice in winter 11 External connections and lines disconnected and stored away 12 External supports removed 13 Fitted steady legs retracted and fixed i...

Page 31: ... restraint systems are permitted 31 Swivel seat locking device for driver s seat and front passen ger s seat locked 32 Shades in the driver s cabin opened and secured Gas system 33 Gas bottles firmly fixed in the gas bottle compartment so that they are unable to turn 34 If the gas bottles are not connected to the gas tube always place the protective cap on top 35 Regulator tap on the gas bottle an...

Page 32: ...32 Capron 04 17 CAP 0017 01EN Before the journey 4 ...

Page 33: ...r open your seat belts when travelling X Passengers must remain in the seats provided X The doors must remain locked X Avoid braking with a jerk X If a navigation system is used only change the destination when the vehicle is stationary Drive to a car park or stop in a safe area when changing the destination X Do not play DVDs using the monitor of the navigation system during the journey X Always ...

Page 34: ...le provides a large contact surface for wind A sudden cross wind can be especially dangerous X Uneven or one sided loading affects road performance X Driving on unknown streets you may encounter hazardous road condi tions and unexpected driving situations Therefore in the interest of safety make sure your driving speed is appropriate to any given driving situation and environment X Adhere to the n...

Page 35: ...ey X Do not damage or trap belts Have damaged seat belts changed by an authorised specialist workshop X Do not alter the belt fixing devices automatic seat belt winders and the belt clips X Only use one seat belt for one adult person X Do not belt in objects together with persons X Seat belts are not sufficient for persons who are less than 150 cm tall In these cases use additional restraining dev...

Page 36: ...e used during travel are equipped with a sticker Fig 9 Seats which may not be used during the journey are equipped with a sticker Fig 10 X Before commencing the journey rotate all swivel seats in the direction of travel and lock in position X The seats must remain fixed in position during the journey and are not to be rotated X During the journey persons are only to sit on the permitted seats The ...

Page 37: ...part of the switch Fig 12 2 Closing Press the upper part of the switch Fig 12 2 X If the driver s attention is distracted from the road there is a danger of accidents Do not install or operate the tablet or the smartphone during the journey Fig 11 Tablet holder Z Further information can be found in the instruction manual of the base vehicle X Remove hands and other objects from the window before c...

Page 38: ...left or right Adjust the mirror In order to do this push the switch Fig 13 2 towards the desired direction Switching on the heater Press the switch Fig 13 1 The indicator lamp in the switch glows orange and indicates that the mirror heater is in operation 5 11 Filling up with diesel The fuel filler neck is situated on the exterior of the vehicle at the front left Fig 13 Switch electrically adjusta...

Page 39: ...ot be able to drain properly Z Secure the vehicle to prevent it from rolling Z 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 Z 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 Pr...

Page 40: ...teady leg is clear of the ground If the length of the steady leg can be adjusted remove the splint Fig 14 4 out of the support foot extension Fig 14 5 Push in the support foot extension Fig 14 5 and insert the splint Fig 14 4 in the drilled hole in the support foot extension Rotate the hexagonal nut Fig 14 1 until the steady leg has swung upwards and the guide Fig 14 2 has reached the very end of ...

Page 41: ... door is open Locking Insert the key into locking cylinder Fig 15 2 and turn until the door lock is engaged Return the key to the central position and remove it X Only drive with locked doors Z Locking the doors can prevent them from opening of their own accord e g during an accident Z Locked doors also prevent forced entry e g when waiting at traffic lights However in an emergency locked doors ma...

Page 42: ...cking Push the safety knob Fig 16 1 in 7 1 3 Driver s door inside model I Opening Pull on the handle Fig 17 1 The door lock is unlatched Locking Press handle Fig 17 1 into the handle shell The door lock is locked Fig 16 Door lock of conversion door inside locked Fig 17 Door lock driver s door inside ...

Page 43: ... The external flaps fitted to the vehicle are all fitted with identical locking cylin ders Therefore all locks can be opened with a single key Z Open the insect screen completely before closing the conversion door Fig 18 Insect screen Z Before commencing the journey close all external flaps and lock them Z To open and close the external flap open or close all locks that are fitted to the external ...

Page 44: ...Z During rain water can penetrate the opened flap lock Therefore close the lock handle Fig 19 Flap lock elliptical shaped closed X The oxygen in the vehicle interior is used up by breathing and the use of gas operated appliances That is why the used air must be replaced per manently For this purpose forced ventilation options e g skylights with forced ventilation are fitted to the vehicle Never co...

Page 45: ...automatically spring back to the initial position by tensile force In order not to damage the tension mechanics hold onto the blind or insect screen and allow it to slowly return to the initial position Z Do not keep blinds closed over a longer period of time as that can cause increased material wear Z If the blind is completely closed exposure to direct sunlight can cause heat to accumulate betwe...

Page 46: ... locking catch Fig 21 3 on the catch lever is entirely on the inner side of the window catch Fig 21 4 Continuous ventilation With the catch lever the hinged window can be placed in two positions z Continuous ventilation Fig 23 z Firmly closed Fig 21 Z 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 th...

Page 47: ... position could lead to splashing water penetrating the living area Therefore close the hinged win dows completely 7 4 3 Roman shade for windscreen and side panes Closing Roman shade windscreen Pull the respective handle Fig 24 1 of both halves of the Roman shade Fig 24 2 carefully towards the centre of the windscreen until the magnetic catch holds the Roman shade in closed position Opening Roman ...

Page 48: ...is in an intermediate position Pull the handle Fig 26 2 slightly downwards until the locking device releases Use handle to return blind slowly to its initial position Insect screen The insect screen is located in the upper blind box Closing Pull insect screen at the handle Fig 26 1 down and hang it into the locking devices Fig 26 3 situated on both sides of the window frame Opening Press handle Fi...

Page 49: ...he latch is released Close the sunroof Turn the catch lever Fig 27 3 a quarter turn towards the window frame The locking catch Fig 27 2 is located on the inside of the window catch Fig 27 1 Continuous ventilation With the catch lever the sunroof can be placed in 2 positions z Continuous ventilation Fig 29 z Firmly closed Fig 27 Z When opening the sunroof ensure that there are no torsional forces O...

Page 50: ...6 Roman shade and insect screen Roman shade The Roman shade Fig 30 3 is permanently connected to the insect screen Fig 30 1 Closing Hold the Roman shade in the centre of the bottom rod Fig 30 4 and care fully draw it downwards Release the Roman shade at the desired position The Roman shade will stay in that position Opening Slowly return the Roman shade to its initial position with the bottom rod ...

Page 51: ...er a longer period of time as that can cause increased material wear Z If the blind or the Roman shade is completely closed exposure to direct sunlight can cause heat to accumulate between the blind the Roman shade and the skylight The skylight could be damaged For that reason close the blind Roman shade only 2 3 of the way in direct sunlight Open the skylight slightly or move it to ventilation po...

Page 52: ...nsect screen Fig 31 4 downward Using both handles Fig 31 2 pull down the skylight with force until the two snap latches Fig 31 1 lock into place Swing insect screen Fig 31 4 upwards until it latches in place Blind Depending on the equipment the skylight will be equipped with a blind To close and open the blind Closing Pull on the handle Fig 31 3 Fold insect screen Fig 32 2 downward Pull blind down...

Page 53: ...idi The Heki skylight is opened on one side only Opening Press the safety knob Fig 34 2 and pull the bar Fig 34 1 down with both hands Pull the bar Fig 35 1 in the guides Fig 35 2 to the rearmost position Fig 35 3 Closing Use both hands to push the bar Fig 35 1 slightly upwards Push the bar back in the guides Push the bar upwards with both hands until it is above the safety knob Fig 34 2 Fig 33 Fo...

Page 54: ...nd into the selected guide Fig 36 1 or 2 and lock if necessary Roman shade To close and open the Roman shade Closing Pull out Roman shade at the handle and release in the required position The Roman shade will stay in that position Opening Slowly push the Roman shade at the handle to its initial position Insect screen To close and open the insect screen Closing Pull the insect screen by the handle...

Page 55: ... screws Fig 38 2 Lift the table top slightly and pull out as far as possible The table extension Fig 38 1 is fully extended Set down the table Insert the table top extension Fig 39 1 into the table extension Lift the table top slightly and push back as far as possible Tighten the knurled screws Reducing size Loosen the knurled screws Fig 38 2 Slightly lift the front of the table top and pull out R...

Page 56: ...and rest it on the table leg hinge 7 6 2 Lift off table Moving the table Swivel lever Fig 41 2 downwards until it is in a downward vertical posi tion Move the table top to the desired position Swivel lever Fig 41 2 upwards until the table top is fastened Adjusting table height conversion to bed foundation Pull the locking handle Fig 41 1 Push the table top downwards to the desired height Without a...

Page 57: ...the television position Open the TV compartment Pull the flat screen horizontally out of the TV compartment Z The light switches have different layouts according to the model The light switches are located either in the entrance area directly on the corre sponding lamp or next to the lamp e g in the vicinity of the seating group Fig 42 LED lamp with touch operation X Before commencing the journey ...

Page 58: ...ig 43 2 The catch pin must engage in the hole of the holder Push the flat screen horizontally into the TV compartment as far as it will go Close the TV compartment Flat screen on cabinet wall The flat screen is attached to a pull out inside or outside of the cabinet wall Depending on the position the catch spring will be located on the top or the bottom Bringing the flat screen into the television...

Page 59: ...d It is recommended to place the overcab bed in driving position before setting off Swivel the overcab bed Fig 48 1 upwards and let the retaining strap Fig 48 2 engage in the holder on the ceiling X The maximum permitted overcab bed load is 200 kg X Only use the overcab bed if the safety net is set up X Never allow small children to remain in the overcab bed without super vision X But in particula...

Page 60: ...age of luggage When the bed is not being used only place the bed linen which is required for two persons in it X Before commencing the journey make sure that the pull down bed has engaged in the lock X Only use the pull down bed if the safety guard is set up X Never allow small children to remain in the pull down bed without super vision X But in particular with regard to small children less than ...

Page 61: ...hing Hook the access ladder Fig 51 3 to the pull down bed by attaching the two hooks to the curved handle Fig 51 4 Safety net The safety nets Fig 51 2 with the retaining straps are stored under the mat tress Only use the safety nets if persons are already in the pull down bed Setting up Fasten the retaining straps Fig 51 1 to the holders on the ceiling 7 9 3 Bunk bed Depending on the model the rea...

Page 62: ...e access ladder with the rails to the holder Fig 53 3 on the panel Safety net The safety net Fig 53 1 is stored as standard between the mattress and slatted frame Do not use the safety net until the person is already in bed Setting up Fasten the retaining straps Fig 53 2 to the holders on the ceiling 7 9 4 Fixed bed gas pressure springs A storage space is underneath the bed Lift up the slatted fra...

Page 63: ...console between the beds Insert the supplied additional cushion 7 10 Converting seating groups for sleeping 7 10 1 Central seating group Convert the table to a bed foundation see section 7 6 1 Remove and put aside one back cushion Place one seat cushion onto the table Place one back cushion flatly on the bench Insert the additional cushion between back cushion and seat cushion Z Depending on the m...

Page 64: ...x extension on the divan all the way Fold down the seat base of the divan Unfold the seat base of the divan Place the seat cushion of the divan on the bedding box extension of the divan Place the back cushion of the divan between the seat cushion and the exte rior wall Lay the seat cushion of the front bench seat on the table top Place two short additional cushions in front of the seat cushion Lay...

Page 65: ... Pull out the bedding box extension on the lengthwise seat as far as it will go Fold the seat base of the lengthwise seat down Unfold the seat base of the lengthwise seat Place the seat cushion of the lengthwise seat on the bedding box exten sion Place the back cushion of the lengthwise seat between the seat cushion and the exterior wall Lay the seat cushion of the front bench seat on the table to...

Page 66: ...way forward Convert the table to a bed foundation see section 7 6 1 Pull the seat cushion forwards Insert the back cushion between the seat cushion and the rear wall Place the additional cushion on the driver s seat If required push the driver s seat back to the rear Fig 63 Prior to conversion Fig 64 After conversion ...

Page 67: ...y an authorised specialist workshop X Have the gas system checked by an authorised specialist workshop according to the national regulations before commissioning This also applies for not registered vehicles For modifications to the gas system have the gas system immediately checked by an authorised specialist workshop X The gas pressure regulator the gas tubes and the exhaust gas pipes must also ...

Page 68: ... pressure is available Butane gas is unsuitable for use in winter X Due to its function and construction the gas bottle compartment is a space which is open to the exterior Never cover or block up the standard forced ventilations Otherwise gas that is emitted can not be diverted to the outside X The gas bottle compartment must not be used as storage space X Secure the gas bottle compartment agains...

Page 69: ...onnection unscrew the gas tube from the gas bottle and screw it on the gas bottle again by hand or using an suitable special spanner The screw connection on the gas bottle generally has a left hand thread Do not tighten too firmly X Use the gas pressure regulator defroster if the temperature falls below 5 C X Only use special gas pressure regulators with a safety valve designed for vehicle use Oth...

Page 70: ...ing belts Position the gas pressure regulator Fig 65 2 and the gas tube Fig 65 1 on the gas bottle and screw in tightly to the gas bottle at the hexagonal nut Fig 65 3 If there is a guard plate fold it upwards Close the external flap see section 7 2 Z The data about gas consumption of the individual gas devices is standard average values Appliances Gas consumption in grams hour Heater Approx 170 4...

Page 71: ...orresponding appliance parallel Fig 67 1 to the pipe Fig 67 4 leading to the gas appliance Closing Position the gas isolator tap of the corresponding appliance transverse Fig 67 2 to the pipe Fig 67 4 leading to the gas appliance Fig 66 Symbols for the gas isolator taps 1 Refrigerator 2 Cooker 3 Heater boiler 4 Oven Fig 67 Gas isolator taps position example 1 Gas isolator tap open 2 Gas isolator t...

Page 72: ...72 Capron 04 17 CAP 0017 01EN Gas system 8 ...

Page 73: ...lamps require continuous electric current for this reason they are referred to as inactive appliances This closed circuit current flows even if the device has been switched off X Only allow qualified personnel to work on the electrical system X All electronic devices e g mobile telephones radios televisions or DVD players which have been retrofitted to the vehicle and are operated during the journ...

Page 74: ...son electrical appliances such as the refrigerator with 12 V operation or the heater circulation fan should not be operated for a long time without using the 240 V power supply During heater operation the circulation fan is switched on and off by a thermostat control As a result the living area battery is loaded if no 240 V power supply is connected In the case of longer lay ups of the vehicle all...

Page 75: ...ng area battery When charging externally use a regulated charger that is suitable for the battery type and the capacity of the living area battery Z For long periods of inactivity 4 weeks or more either disconnect the living area battery from the 12 V power supply or recharge it regularly Z When changing the living area battery only use batteries of the same type with the same specification as the...

Page 76: ...engine is running the vehicle alternator recharges 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 ...

Page 77: ...ity First connect the positive terminal to the positive pole of the battery then connect the negative terminal to the negative pole of the battery Switch on the external charger See the instructions for use of the connected charger for information con cerning charge period required for the battery See the specifications on the battery for information concerning its strength Disconnect the external...

Page 78: ...nger of overheating Z Depending on the model not all slots for the fuses are occupied Z Deviating from the default assignment the following fuse values are inserted Basic light step 20 A Reserve 3 10 A fuse for USB socket Z Further information can be obtained in the manufacturer s instruction manual Fig 68 Transformer rectifier EBL 119 1 Main supply socket 240 V 2 Output Block 1 refrigerator 3 Inp...

Page 79: ...he living area 12 V appliances This prevents the living area battery from slowly discharging if the vehicle is not used for a longer period of time e g temporary lay up The batteries can still be charged by the transformer rectifier when the battery cut off switch is turned off Switching on off Push the battery cut off switch upwards Battery On Batterie Ein Push the battery cut off switch downward...

Page 80: ...arter battery together and recharges them with the vehicle generator When the vehicle engine is switched off the batteries are automatically disconnected from one another again by 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 terminal voltage of the living area...

Page 81: ...g 69 1 again The 12 V living area power supply is switched off The LED goes out Fig 69 Panel LT 100 1 12 V main switch and green LED 2 Mains connection symbol and yellow LED 3 Button to query the voltage of the living area battery 4 Button to query the fill level in the fresh water tank 5 Button to query the fill level in the waste water tank 6 LED array to display the tank fill level 7 LED array ...

Page 82: ...ion ary mains connection Below 11 6 V red LED is flashing Battery is totally discharged no charging via the alternator Battery is totally discharged Battery is totally discharged no charging via the power supply 12 V or less Danger of total discharge bat tery alarm red LED is lit 12 V power supply overload If appliances are switched off Battery flat 12 V power supply overload The battery is not ch...

Page 83: ... 4 The fill level of the fresh water tank is dis played by lit LEDs Press button Fig 69 5 The fill level of the waste water tank is dis played by lit LEDs LT 100 indicator Off load voltage values Battery charge Red LED flashes 11 6 V or less Battery is fully discharged Red and yellow LED are lit 11 6 V to 12 0 V Battery is discharged to totally discharged Red and yellow LED are lit 12 V to 12 3 V ...

Page 84: ...rconnection of CEE safety adapters is also prohibited 9 6 2 Connecting the 240 V power supply The vehicle can be connected to an external 240 V power supply X Only allow qualified personnel to work on the electrical system X Have the vehicle s electrical system checked by a qualified electrician at least once every 3 years If the vehicle is used frequently an annual check is recommended Z Overvolt...

Page 85: ...e detent of the spring mounted pivoting cover is engaged in position Switch on the safety cut out in the fuse box Checking the fault current protection switch When the vehicle is connected to the 240 V supply press the test button Fig 70 4 of the fault current protection switch FI switch Fig 70 3 in the fuse box Fig 70 2 The fault current protection switch must trip Switch the fault current protec...

Page 86: ...own below Fuses on the starter battery The fuses are installed in the vicinity of the starter battery The starter battery is on the floor between the seats in the driver s cabin and can be accessed under a cover X Only replace defective fuses when the cause of the defect is known and has been remedied X Replace defective fuses only after the power supply has been turned off X Never bridge or repai...

Page 87: ...e left hand seat in the driver s area Fuse for the Thetford toilet The toilet has a maintenance free fuse which resets automatically Fig 74 Fuses on the living area battery 1 Jumbo flat fuse 40 A orange Fuse protection for living area battery 2 Flat fuse 2 A grey Control 12 V control unit Fig 75 Fuses next to the transformer rectifier 1 Flat fuse 5 A beige Side marking lights 2 Flat fuse 2 A grey ...

Page 88: ...ion Depending on the model and level of equipment the 240 V fuse can be fitted in the following places z In the wardrobe z In the lower cupboard of the kitchen z In the seat box of the lengthwise seat Z Check the fault current protection switch for each connection to the 240 V power supply at least once every 6 months Z The dimensions the number of safety cut outs and the triggering value of the s...

Page 89: ...liances 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 Z The heat exchanger of the Truma hot air heater has to be replaced after 30 years Only the manufacturer of the heater or an authorised specialist workshop is allowed to replace the heat exchanger The operator of the heater must see ...

Page 90: ...age space X The domestic water can be heated up to 65 C Risk of scalding Z The circulation fan is automatically switched on when the hot air heater is activated and it stays on This puts an immense strain on the living area battery if the vehicle is not connected to an external 240 V power supply Take into consideration that the living area battery only has limited reserves of energy Z Never use t...

Page 91: ...dow was opened it will automatically restart when the hinged window is closed 10 2 3 To heat properly Hot air distribution Several air outlet nozzles Fig 79 are built into the vehicle Pipes conduct the warm air to the air outlet nozzles Turn the air outlet nozzles in a suitable posi tion so the air can escape as required To avoid draft close the air outlet noz zles on the dashboard and set the air...

Page 92: ...estic water container Switching on Open the regulator tap on the gas bottle and the gas isolator tap Heater boiler Turn the temperature control knob Fig 80 8 on the operating unit to the desired heating level Set rotary switch Fig 80 6 to winter operation Only heater Fig 80 4 or to winter operation Heater and production of hot water Fig 80 5 The green indicator lamp Fig 80 7 is on The circulation ...

Page 93: ... the gas bottle 10 2 5 Hot air heater and boiler with CP plus digital operating unit Operating unit The operating unit is divided into two sections z Display z Operating buttons After being switched on the most recently set values operating parameters are activated If no button is pressed the operating unit switches to stand by mode after a few minutes If the time is set the display in stand by mo...

Page 94: ... rotary push button to save the value set If you do not wish to change the value originally set Press back button Fig 82 7 Button Button operation Function Rotary push button Fig 81 2 Turn to the right Menu is run through from left to right Values are increased Turn to the left Menu is run through from right to left Values are decreased Press briefly Selected value is saved Menu item is selected f...

Page 95: ...t water menu symbol Fig 83 2 flashes Press rotary push button Turn rotary push button until the required value is displayed z OFF Hot water production is switched off z 40 Hot water is heated to 40 C z 60 Hot water is heated to 60 C z BOOST Fast heating of hot water boiler priority for max 40 minutes The water temperature is then held at a higher level for two reheating cycles approximately 62 C P...

Page 96: ...setting z BOOST Fast room heating Boost is available if the current room tem perature is at least 10 C below the selected room temperature Press rotary push button to save the value set If you do not wish to change the value originally set Press back button Fig 82 7 Setting the timer Turn rotary push button Fig 82 6 until the timer menu symbol Fig 83 9 flashes Press rotary push button The start ti...

Page 97: ...wer supply on the panel Close the safety drainage valve Turn the knob Fig 84 1 perpendicular to the safety drainage valve and push the push button Fig 84 2 in Set all the water taps to Hot and open them The water pump is turned on The warm water pipes are filled with water Z The service menu contains items that generally only need to be set once language background brightness calibration as well a...

Page 98: ...ed completely from the domestic water container approx 12 litres 10 2 7 Wall flue Fresh air and exhaust gases of the heater system are conducted in a two chamber wall flue The wall flue is mounted on the left side wall Z Further information can be obtained in the manufacturer s instruction manual Z Park the vehicle such that the wall flue gets enough fresh air Z The wall flue must be free at all t...

Page 99: ...warm for a while due to residual heat If the regulator is overloaded the overload protection is actuated The pin Fig 86 1 jumps out Switching on overload protection Press the pin Fig 86 1 on the overload protection when the regulator is cooled X On models with electrical floor warming unit never drill holes in the floor or screw in any screws Careful with sharp objects There is danger of a power c...

Page 100: ...lammable objects such as dishcloths napkins etc must be near the gas cooker Fire hazard X The process of ignition must be visible from above and must not be cov ered by cooking pans placed on the cooker X If there is a flame protection always put it up when using the gas cooker X The gas cooker lid is held closed by a spring When closing there is danger of getting injured Z Do not use the glass ga...

Page 101: ...e fades Close the gas isolator tap Cooker and the regulator tap on the gas bottle 10 3 2 Gas oven with grill Thetford Duplex Fig 87 Operating controls for gas cooker X Keep the ventilation openings on the gas oven open at all times X There must be no flammable or highly inflammable objects such as dish cloths clothes etc near the gas oven when the oven grill is being lit and during operation Fire ...

Page 102: ...d turn it clockwise towards the grill symbol in the direction of the flame symbol Press the control knob Fig 88 2 and Fig 89 2 and hold it down for 5 to 10 seconds Gas will stream into the burner Keep the ignition switch Fig 88 1 and Fig 89 1 pressed until the flame burns Once the flame is burning the control knob must be held down for another 10 to 15 seconds until the thermocouple automatically ...

Page 103: ...gerator via the 12 V power supply At high ambient temperatures the refrigerator is unable to reach its full cooling power X Maintain a distance of 65 cm between the extractor hood and open flames X Do not flambé under the extractor hood Z The appliance is connected to the 12 V power supply Z Always switch on the extractor hood when cooking It is advisable to switch on the extractor hood a few minu...

Page 104: ... is operated with 240 V It is not possible with 12 V operation The current operating mode is indicated by an illuminated symbol Fig 93 4 on the operating unit Fig 91 Refrigerator ventilation grill Thetford Fig 92 Refrigerator ventilation grill large Thetford Z Select only one energy source Z Even when the 12 V power supply is switched off a small electrical power flows which puts an extra load on ...

Page 105: ...gnition will take place automatically A ticking sound can be heard until ignition has been completed successfully Press confirmation button Fig 93 3 Press confirmation button Fig 93 3 again The current cooling level is shown by the illuminated bars Fig 93 5 To change the setting press the arrow keys Fig 93 2 until the desired setting is displayed Switching off Press and hold the On Off button Fig ...

Page 106: ...s in operation z Slightly opened refrigerator door as a ventilation position when the refrigerator is switched off Thetford Opening Open the refrigerator door at the handle Fig 94 2 The lock Fig 94 1 is released automatically Closing Fully close the refrigerator door Ensure that the lock is engaged Locking in the ventilation position Slightly open refrigerator door Open the lock Fig 95 2 and snap ...

Page 107: ... or container completely after use and close openings of the filling hose or container X Water left standing in the water tank or in the water pipes becomes undrinkable after a short period Therefore before each use of the vehicle thoroughly clean the water pipes and the water tank After each use of the vehicle completely empty the water tank and the water pipes X In the case of lay ups lasting mo...

Page 108: ...uarter turn in a clockwise direction Remove the key Check that the cap sits firmly on the drinking water filler neck 11 2 2 Filling the water system Z For driving safety and for regulatory reasons when the vehicle is motion the fill quantity must be reduced If the water is drained using the safety drainage handle see section 11 2 4 a residual quantity of approximately 20 litres will remain in the ...

Page 109: ...ter Keep the water taps open until the water flowing out of the water taps has no bubbles in it This is the only way to ensure that the boiler is full of water Set all water taps to Cold and leave them open This will fill the cold water pipes with water Keep the water taps open until the water flowing out of the water taps has no bubbles in it Close all water taps Close drinking water filler neck ...

Page 110: ...9 1 on the water tank in an anticlockwise direction as far as it will go Excess water will drain away leaving approx 20 litres in the tank 11 2 5 Draining water Turn the handle Fig 100 1 on the water tank in an anticlockwise direction as far as possible beyond the resistance to fully open the drainage opening X When filling the water tank observe the maximum permissible gross weight of the vehicle...

Page 111: ...er position Hold the water pump up until the water pipes are completely empty Check whether the water tank is completely empty Blow out the remaining water in the water pipes max 0 5 bar To do this remove the pipe from the water pump and blow into the pipe Clean the water tank and then rinse it out thoroughly Let the water system dry for as long as possible After emptying leave all water taps on i...

Page 112: ...om compartment in the shelf T65 334 In the storage compartment in front of the double bed T66 337 In the storage cupboard underneath the single bed open front cover T67 448 T68 447 I68 In the wardrobe at the bottom right hand side on the floor T69L 449 T69S 339 I69L Underneath the double bed in the cabinet on the left hand side A68 361 A70 464 In the wardrobe at the bottom A72 461 In the tall cupb...

Page 113: ... loads in the shower tray The shower tray or other items of equipment in the toilet compartment can be damaged Fig 104 Light switch for toilet compart ment Fig 105 Light switch for toilet compart ment Z For ventilation purposes during or after a shower and for drying wet clothing close the toilet compartment door and open the window or the toilet compartment skylight This improves the air circulat...

Page 114: ...y a commercial solid wood oil to the shower grate insert using a lint free cloth in fibre direction observe the manufacturer s instructions 11 5 Vario toilet compartment Depending on the model the vehicle is fitted with a Vario toilet compartment A Vario toilet compartment can be changed with few maneuvers so that when the shower is in use the toilet is available in its own enclosed cubicle This p...

Page 115: ...ld up the inner part Fig 108 1 of the toilet compartment panelling and turn the latch Fig 108 2 to a horizontal position 11 6 Toilet 11 6 1 Thetford toilet Fig 108 Lock toilet compartment panelling Fig 109 Securing attachment shower partition Z If there is any risk of frost and the vehicle is not heated empty the Thetford cassette Z Do not sit on the lid of the toilet The lid is not designed to be...

Page 116: ...s to be emptied Emptying Turn the slide lever Fig 110 1 in a clockwise direction The sliding trap is closed To empty the sliding trap in the Thetford toilet must be closed Remove and empty the Thetford cassette Toilet with fixed seat The flushing of the toilet is fed from the water system of the vehicle Flushing Before flushing open the sliding trap of the Thetford toilet To do this turn the slide...

Page 117: ...1 of the push button lock and turn a quarter turn in a clockwise direction Remove the key Press both push button locks Fig 113 2 simultaneously with your thumb and open the flap for the sewage tank Swivel flap fully upwards and carefully set on the exterior wall The flap is kept open magnetically Pull the retaining clip Fig 114 2 upwards and pull out the sewage tank Fig 114 1 Completely empty the ...

Page 118: ...nk the sewage tank and the water pipes if there is a risk of frost This prevents frost damage 11 6 4 Temporary lay up Laying up the toilet Empty the water tank Flush the toilet until no more water runs into the toilet Empty the sewage tank cassette Rinse the sewage tank thoroughly Leave the drainage neck on the sewage tank open Let the sewage tank dry for as long as possible Z Do not use antifreez...

Page 119: ...resin like discharge which many trees secrete give the paintwork a matt look and can promote the onset of corrosion Wash off bird droppings straight away and thoroughly as the acid it contains is extremely corrosive 12 1 2 Washing with a high pressure cleaner Before cleaning the vehicle with a high pressure cleaner observe the oper ating instructions of the high pressure cleaner When cleaning with...

Page 120: ...y protection be damaged repair immediately Do not treat areas coated with underbody protection with spray oil Z Never clean the vehicle in the car wash Water can penetrate the refriger ator grills the waste gas vent or the forced ventilations The vehicle could be damaged Z Never rub acrylic glass windows dry as dust particles might damage the surface Z Only clean acrylic glass windows with plenty ...

Page 121: ...ny water from pene trating the gas cooker Water may damage the gas cooker Z If possible treat stains immediately Z Acrylic glass windows are delicate and require very careful handling see section 12 1 4 Z Synthetic parts in the toilet and living area are very delicate and should be treated with care Do not use solvents alcohol containing cleansers or scourers This procedure will help you to avoid ...

Page 122: ...d with warm soapsuds The seat belt must be completely dry before being rolled up 12 3 Water system 12 3 1 Cleaning the water tank Empty the water tank and close the drainage opening Remove the cap of the water tank Fill water tank with water and some washing up liquid do not use any scourers Using a trade standard brush for washing dishes scrub the water tank until there is no longer any visible d...

Page 123: ... cleaning agent to act in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Empty the water system Collect the mixture of water and cleaning agent for correct disposal For rinsing fill the entire water system with drinking water and empty again several times over 12 3 3 Disinfecting the water system When disinfecting the water system proceed the same way as when cleaning the water pipes see section ...

Page 124: ...nhook the lower cover Fig 116 2 Remove the grease filter Fig 116 3 upwards Clean the grease filter using water and washing up liquid Alternatively the grease filter can be cleaned in the dishwasher Leave the grease filter to dry Place the grease filter into the guides on the lower cover from above Hook the lower cover into the extractor hood Pivot up the lower cover and secure in place with two cr...

Page 125: ...ion sufficient ventilation is essential When heating the vehicle the heater should be at the highest setting and roof storage cabinets curtains and blinds should be opened This ensures optimal ventilation In the morning lift up all cushions air out storage boxes and dry any damp areas 12 5 3 At the end of the winter season Thoroughly clean the underbody of the vehicle and the engine When this is d...

Page 126: ...vities Done Base vehicle Completely fill fuel tank This prevents corrosion damage within the fuel tank system Jack up vehicle so that the wheels do not bear any load or move vehicle every 4 weeks This prevents any pressure points from occurring on tyres and wheel bearings Protect the tyres from direct exposure to the sun Danger of formation of cracks Inflate tyres up to the recommended maximum pre...

Page 127: ...e vehicle Clean body and underbody thoroughly and spray with hot wax or protect with varnish Fill fuel tank with winter diesel Check antifreeze in the cooling water Rectify damage to the paintwork Fill in washer fluid with frost protection Body Keep the forced ventilation open Clean and lubricate the mounted steady legs Clean and grease all door and flap hinges Brush oil or glycerine on all lockin...

Page 128: ...he 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 connect to the gas pressure regulator Electrical system Connect to 240 V power supply using the external socket Fully charge living area and starter battery Z Charge the battery for at least 20 hours after lay up Connect the living...

Page 129: ...rantee expert and up to date inspec tion of the vehicle 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 to service the vehicl...

Page 130: ... direction indicator on the side is changed from outside Fig 118 Types of bulbs Pos in Fig 118 Fixture type bulb type Changing 1 Plug in fixture To remove pull out the bulb To mount push the bulb into the socket with gentle pressure 2 Bayonet socket To remove press the bulb down and turn in an anticlockwise direction To insert place the bulb in the socket and turn in a clockwise direction 3 Cylind...

Page 131: ...ide at the same time Pull lamp holder out of the housing Change the faulty bulb Insert the lamp holder into the housing again When doing this make sure that the rubber grommet is in correct position Let the direction indicator snap into the orifice again 13 3 2 Rear lights All the bulbs of the rear lights are changed as described below Fig 120 Direction indicator on the side 12 V 5 W Z To be able ...

Page 132: ...place inaccessible to children X Do not use any bulb that has been dropped or which shows scratches in its glass The bulb might burst X Do not replace the LEDs in lights with standard light bulbs Risk of fire due to intense heat build up Z A new bulb should not be touched with the fingers Use a cloth when installing the new bulb Z Only use bulbs of the same type and with the correct wattage Z If L...

Page 133: ...rmally necessary to replace a light X Every alteration of the original condition of the vehicle can alter road behaviour and jeopardize road safety X The special equipment and original spare parts recommended by us have been specially developed and supplied for your vehicle These products are available at your dealer The dealer is informed about admissible technical details and carries out the req...

Page 134: ...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 Fig 127 Vehicle identification plate 1 Type 2 Manufacturer s code and chassis number 3 Maximum permissible gross weight of the vehicle 4 Free 5 Permissible axle load rear 6 Permissible axle load front 7 Maximum permissible...

Page 135: ... for approx 100 km 60 miles at low speed since only then do they reach full strength X 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 see section 14 6 Z Check the tyre pressure on cold tyres Do not reduce the higher tyre pres sure when the tyres are warm Z Tubeless tyre...

Page 136: ...designations In addi tion 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 max...

Page 137: ... suffer serious damage within just a few seconds and rupture as a result Drive in such a way as to protect your tyres Avoid braking sharply revving up too strongly and long journeys on poor roads 14 5 Tightening torque 14 6 Tyre pressure Description Explanation 215 70 R 15C 109 107 Q example 215 Tyre width in mm 70 Height to width proportion in percent R Tyre design R radial 15 Rim diameter in inc...

Page 138: ...e happy to provide the newest values Z Check the tyre pressure on cold tyres Do not reduce the higher tyre pres sure when the tyres are warm Fig 129 Contact surface of the tyre 1 Correct tyre pressure 2 Tyre pressure too low 3 Tyre pressure too high Z The information on pressure levels is valid for cold tyres and loaded vehicles Z Pressure in hot tyres is higher than in cold tyres Therefore check ...

Page 139: ...ause of the fault 15 2 Braking system 15 3 Electrical system X Have defects on the braking system immediately remedied by an author ised specialist workshop Z When the living area battery is changed only use batteries of the same type and the same capacity Z See chapter 9 for changing the fuses Fault Cause Remedy Road light system does no longer work correctly Bulb is defective Replace bulb Note v...

Page 140: ...ctive Contact customer service Flat fuse 2 A in the living area battery is defective Replace flat fuse 2 A in the living area battery 12 V power supply does not work 12 V power supply is switched off Switch 12 V power supply on Battery cut off switch on the transformer rectifier is switched off Set battery cut off switch to on Living area battery is discharged Charge the living area battery Jumbo ...

Page 141: ...tion there is danger of explosion Close regulator tap on the gas bottle imme diately Open doors and windows and ventilate well X If the gas system is defective Do not smoke do not ignite any open flames and do not operate electric switches light switches etc Check the tightness of gas conducting parts and lines with leakage search spray Do not check with an open flame X Have the defective gas syst...

Page 142: ...ault Cause Remedy Extractor hood does not work Power supply is defective Check fuse replace if necessary Extractor hood is not working with full power Grease filter clogged Clean the grease filter Active carbon filter consumed Change the active carbon filter Fault Cause Remedy Heater does not ignite Temperature sensor on operating unit or remote sensor defective Pull out plug on operating unit The...

Page 143: ...as triggered Close the window Risk of undervoltage battery voltage too low 10 4 V Charge the battery The heater permanently toggles between minimum and maximum power Air circulation suction system blocked Remove blocking of air circulation suction system Red LED comes on ap proximately 30 seconds after the heater is switched on Regulator tap or gas isolator tap is closed Open regulator tap or gas ...

Page 144: ...Fuse on the transformer rectifier is defective Replace fuse on the transformer rectifier Disconnector relay in the transformer rectifier is defective Contact customer service 12 V operating voltage too low Have the 12 V power supply checked by an authorised specialist workshop Gas operation faulty Lack of gas Open regulator tap and gas isolator tap Connect a full gas bottle Air in the gas pipe Sta...

Page 145: ...ter indicates a wrong value Measuring probe in the waste water or water tank is soiled Clean water waste water tank Measuring probe is defective Replace measuring probe Waste water tank cannot be emptied Drain cock is clogged Open the cleaning cap on the waste water tank and drain the waste water Rinse the waste water tank well Drain on the single lever mixer tap is clogged Perlator calcified De c...

Page 146: ...nd in water carrying components Clean water system mechanically and chemi cally then disinfect and rinse copiously with drinking water Fault Cause Remedy Flap hinges door hinges are difficult to operate Flap door hinges are not sufficiently lubricated Lubricate flap hinges door hinges with acid free and resin free grease Hinges joints in the bath room unit toilet compart ment are difficult to oper...

Page 147: ...t home or in the travelled country are happy to help Z 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 embassy for further information Z In some European countries warning vests must be worn when exiting the vehicle outside of towns in the case of vehicle failures or acci...

Page 148: ...tions in European countries Many European countries have introduced a mandatory toll system The toll regulations and how they are collected vary greatly from country to country Nevertheless ignorance is no excuse Penalties can be quite severe As is the case with traffic regulations the vehicle driver is required to be familiar with the toll formalities before starting out on a trip For example in ...

Page 149: ...out winter tyres z Bring snow chains z Choose your parking place with care Observe the ground beneath you Snow and ice may melt z When the vehicle has been positioned release the handbrake to prevent freezing z No snow walls should be allowed to cover the built in forced ventilation z Keep the built in forced ventilation free from snow and ice z Make sure the air circulation is good Good air circu...

Page 150: ...fes and forks for grilling Cloth to wash the dishes Ice cube tray Corkscrew Matches Lighter Kitchen paper Thermos jug Bottle opener Garbage bags Pots Air tight storage boxes Frying pans Crockery Stirring spoons Bathroom sanitary items Towels Sanitary items Toilet paper Hygiene products Toilet brush Toothbrush glass Living area Dustbin Deck of cards Rucksack Road atlas Broom Sleeping bags Bath towe...

Page 151: ...ing triangle Hammer Loops Warning sign Flat wrench Tube adapter Warning vest s Gas filling adapter Hose clips Flashing hazard warning light Outside Stay rope Camping table Lock Bellows Luggage racks String Camping chairs Grill Tent pegs tightening ropes Documents List of addresses Registration book Passport Registration confirmation s Driving licence Writ of protection Allergy certificate Vaccinat...

Page 152: ...152 Capron 04 17 CAP 0017 01EN Helpful notes 16 ...

Page 153: ...ke rack Load 24 Travelling with a loaded bike rack 24 Blind cleaning 122 Blind window Closing 48 Opening 48 Boiler 93 Bonnet 28 Closing 28 Opening 28 Brakes 34 Check 34 139 Braking system troubleshooting 139 Branch block 27 Breakdown services in Europe 147 Bulbs changing 129 132 Direction indicator on the side 130 Exterior lighting 129 Front lights 130 Rear lights 131 Bunk bed 61 Access ladder 62 ...

Page 154: ...on 12 44 Direction indicator 130 Disposal Household waste 8 Sewage 8 Waste water 8 Door lock 41 Doors Conversion door 41 42 Driver s door 41 42 Lock 41 Troubleshooting 146 Drinking water filler neck 108 Closing 108 Opening 108 Driver s door 41 Driver s seat 36 Driving speed 34 Driving the motorhome 33 During the journey 33 E Electrical system 73 240 V connection troubleshooting 139 Entrance step t...

Page 155: ...r battery 86 Fuses see 12 V fuses and 240 V fuse 86 G Gas bottle compartment 15 68 Gas bottles Changing 70 Safety instructions 15 69 Gas consumption 70 Gas cooker Cleaning 121 Switching off 101 Switching on 101 Troubleshooting 142 Gas isolator taps 71 Closing 71 Opening 71 Symbols 71 89 Gas odour 14 67 141 Gas oven 101 Switching off 102 Switching on 102 Gas pressure regulator screw connections 69 ...

Page 156: ... lighting Bulbs changing 132 Troubleshooting 139 L Ladder bunk bed 62 Ladder overcab bed 59 Ladder pull down bed 61 Lamps 57 132 Cleaning 121 Operating 57 Lay up Temporary 126 Temporary toilet 118 Winter lay up 127 Leakage water inside the vehicle 145 LED lamp 132 Switching on off 57 Lift off table 56 Conversion to bed foundation 56 Moving forwards backwards 56 Lighting Front 130 Lamps cleaning 12...

Page 157: ...ening 61 PVC floor covering 26 PVC floor covering cleaning 121 R Ramps 39 Rear garage 23 Rear lights 131 Rear storage space 23 Refrigerator 40 103 Door lock 106 Gas operation switching off 105 Gas operation switching on 105 Operating modes 104 Troubleshooting 144 Ventilation grill removal 104 Refrigerator door locking mechanism Closing 106 Locking in the ventilation position 106 Opening 106 Refrig...

Page 158: ...49 Continuous ventilation 49 Opening 49 Supports see steady legs 40 Suspension table 55 Conversion to bed foundation 56 Extending 55 Moving the table in the direction of travel 55 Reducing size 55 Symbols For instructions 7 Gas isolator taps 71 89 Synthetic parts in the toilet and living areas cleaning 121 T Tables 55 Tablet holder 37 Tank lid see fuel filler neck 38 Television 27 Tightening torqu...

Page 159: ... lighting 129 Vehicle washing 120 Ventilation 44 Toilet compartment 113 W Warning stickers 134 Warranty 5 Warranty certificate 5 Washing with a high pressure cleaner 119 Waste gas vent on the right hand side of the vehicle 90 Waste water tank 112 Care 123 Cleaning 123 Emptying 113 Troubleshooting 145 Waste water tap 112 Water pipes cleaning 122 Water pump 107 108 Water supply General 107 Troublesh...

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