Hobby Vantana 2018, Manual

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2. Safety 11
Any changes made to the vehicle that underlie German Road
Traffic Licensing Regulations must be officially authorised!
Please inform yourself abroad about any national regulati-
ons that may apply with regard to registration and general
inspection of your van.
If you have any further questions or difficulties, your autho -
rised Hobby dealer will always be available to assist you!
• Tighten the nuts on the wheels after driving the first
50 miles with your camper.
• Switch off the gas-operated built-in devices before put -
ting petrol in the tank.
The general inspection can be carried out by the German
Technical Surveyance Association (TÜV), the German Engine
Vehicle Surveyance Association (DEKRA) or an officially appro
-
ved expert.
2.5.2 Before each drive
Road safety
• Before driving, check that the signalling and lighting systems
(switch on battery circuit breaker), steering and brakes
function correctly.
• If the vehicle has been standing for a longer period of time
(approx. 10 months) have an authorised workshop check
the brake system and the accelerator system.
• Set the vehicle's wing mirror.
• Open the blinds on the front and side windows fully and
secure them. Should there be a thermal curtain
*
, remove
and store it.
• In winter, the roof must be cleared of snow and ice before
driving.
• Regularly check the tyre pressure before driving. False tyre
pressure can cause excessive wear, damage to the tyres or
even lead to a burst tyre (see also Chapter 14.5).
• Check liquids such as oil, coolant, brake fluid and wind -
screen washer fluid and top them up if necessary.
Only start driving when your van fulfils all of the condi -
tions for roadworthiness.