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© Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc

 

Electrical System (Continued) 

There is no required maintenance for the added alternator. Note, however, that your vehicle's serpentine belt (the belt which drives the vehicle's 
alternator, water pump, power steering, etc.) will be different than the one for similar vehicles without the added alternator, so carrying a spare belt 
may be prudent in case you have a serpentine belt failure while traveling. 

Your chassis engine alternator charges your chassis battery and is completely separated from the added underhood generator that charges the 
coach batteries.  The systems are separate so that when using electricity in your coach you will never run down your chassis battery. This is 
important so that your chassis battery is always fully charged and ready to start the vehicle engine. 

Underhood Generator 

There is no required maintenance for the underhood generator. Note, however, that your vehicle's serpentine belt (the belt which drives the 
vehicle's alternator, water pump, power steering, etc.) will be different than the one for the underhood generator, so carrying a spare belt may be 
prudent in case you have a serpentine belt failure while traveling. 

2000 Watt Inverter 

The inverter provides 110VAC (household current) for the outlets in your Aktiv. It will also power the microwave and will run the A/C. The inverter is 
configured at the factory for the batteries and power sources in your Aktiv. Please do not change any settings without consulting the factory. 

 

To operate the inverter, use the switch located on the coaches monitor panel. Do not use the switch located on the inverter. If the 

switch on the inverter is turned on, it will override the switch control on the monitor panel and will be running at all times draining 
your batteries to an unsafe level.

 

Summary of Contents for Aktiv 2018

Page 1: ... Erwin Hymer Group North America Inc ...

Page 2: ...latory Warnings 7 Information Cautions and Warnings 8 Before You Head Out 10 Coming Home 11 Interior Living Space 12 Cabinets and Drawers 12 Lights 13 Table 15 Front Captain s Seats 16 Second Row Seating 16 Ventilation 17 Window Treatments 18 Optional Folding Mattress for Front Bed 21 Bathroom Facilities 23 Enclosed Bath 23 Door 24 Toilet 24 Shower 25 ...

Page 3: ... Exterior Connections 30 Driver s Side Doors 30 Side Sliding Door Screen 33 Utilities 34 Fresh Water 34 City Water 34 Water Pump 35 Waste Water 35 Gray Tank 35 Toilet Cassette 35 Indicators 35 Propane System 36 Heating and Cooling 37 Thermostat 37 Electrical System 38 Coach Batteries 38 Battery Disconnect Switch 38 Charging Your Batteries 38 ...

Page 4: ...er Sources 41 12 Volt DC Power 41 Inverter 43 Other Switches 43 Patio Light 43 Water Heater Switch 44 Tank Charge Indicators 44 Distribution Panel 45 AC Breaker Panel 45 12 Volt Fuse Panel 45 Alarms and Warnings 46 Propane and CO Alarm 46 Maintenance 49 Tires 49 Cargo Carrying Capacity 49 Owner Maintenance Checks 49 When You Stop for Fuel or Weekly 49 Every Other Week 49 ...

Page 5: ... Three Months 50 At Least Twice a Year 50 At Least Once a Year 51 Other Maintenance Checks 51 Spare Tire Storage 52 Rear Door Spare Tire 52 Specifications 54 Hymer Limited Warranty 55 Roadside Assistance Plan 57 Registration 59 Regulatory Notices 61 HOWTOs 61 Disclaimer 61 ...

Page 6: ...tain add ons or customization to an RV may change the manner these operations are performed Copyright Erwin Hymer Group North America Inc hereby known as Erwin Hymer Group NA reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice in colors materials equipment specifications and models The information contained in this manual is intended as a guide only as continuous improvements are ongoing...

Page 7: ...ction Doing so may result in injury severe damage or death Regulatory Warnings LEVEL ITEM INSTRUCTION Danger Do not place propane cylinders inside the vehicle Propane cylinders are equipped with safety devices that relieve excessive pressure by discharging propane to the atmosphere Propane gas is highly flammable This action can lead to fire or explosion and result in death or serious injury Warni...

Page 8: ... store transport or dispense fuel inside this vehicle Information Cautions and Warnings LEVEL ITEM COMMENT Seat Belts Use only forward facing seats equipped with factory installed seat belts while the vehicle is in motion All passengers must be seated in these seats only with the seat belts fastened while the vehicle is in motion TV Turn the TV off and stow it while the vehicle is in motion TV The...

Page 9: ...ane heaters for space heating purposes They need fresh air for safe operation Heating The heating furnace provides its own outside combustion air and exhausts to the outside Heating Portable fuel burning equipment including wood charcoal and liquid fuel grills and stoves should not be used inside your vehicle Use of this type of equipment inside your vehicle may cause a fire or asphyxiation Carbon...

Page 10: ...moderate subfreezing conditions antifreeze is required in the exterior fresh water tank toilet cassette and gray waste water tank Use RV antifreeze in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Electrical Servicing This unit has a 12VDC 110VAC and potentially 36 volt solar system These systems need to be disconnected before working on them Before You Head Out Your new Aktiv is ready to go wit...

Page 11: ...o use sit in your tank for more than a week or so and don t let any water sit in your tank for more than two weeks whether you plan on using it or not Over time the chlorine goes away and the microbes come out to play To flush the tank fill it using the fill port in the driver s side rear panel and open the fresh water tank drain under the tank at the rear of the Aktiv Plug in overnight to fully c...

Page 12: ...ctly next to it and above refrigerator is not a drawer and is for maintenance access only The two drawers below the silverware drawer provide storage space for food and larger cooking utensils There are movable dividers to optimize the organization or the compartments There are additional cabinets above the galley for food and other storage It is not recommended to keep large round and or heavy ob...

Page 13: ...more light switches The first switch on the second set the right of the plug and first set controls the podium floor lights close to the floor at the front of the coach just inside the sliding door The final switch controls the light to the bathroom Picture 13 1 There are additional lights in the cabin controlled by their own individual switches there is a switch on each side of the light These li...

Page 14: ...14 Erwin Hymer Group North America Inc Lights Continued Picture 14 1 Picture 14 2 Picture 14 3 Picture 14 4 Kitchen Galley Lighting Aisle and Rear Coach Lighting Dining and Second Row Step Up Lighting ...

Page 15: ...15 2 Before using the table and putting into place be sure the front captain driver s seat is pushed forward or the table cannot fold out and be fully extended or used properly To use the table release the snap on strap first lift the table top and the leg underneath will snap into place adding stability to the table setup There is a short snap strap on the right side closest to the driver s capta...

Page 16: ... Use the fore and aft adjustment while swiveling the seats to allow the sides of the chairs to clear the armrests on the vehicle doors the engine cover and other obstructions Do not force the seats around Swiveling the driver s seat may require you to loosen the tilt steering wheel adjustment and move the steering wheel as far forward and up as possible Opening the front doors slightly will facili...

Page 17: ...on to the fuse in the distribution panel Check both this fuse and the one on the 12VDC fuse panel if your fan stops working If you remove the fuse from the fan it will not operate Remove fuse in case of emergency or defect in the operation of the fan For more details please refer to the fan owner s manual especially for instructions on operating the fan with a remote When the RV is unattended or t...

Page 18: ... similar shades Pull the shade down and to lock it it latches quite easily to the bottom runner track These are located on the windows at the sides of the vehicle and on the back Pictures 18 1 18 2 18 3 18 4 Never attempt to attach any sort of fastener or track above the front doors The airbag could deploy causing severe injury Never use the shade locking latch to raise or lower the shades in your...

Page 19: ...own the bed frame Picture 19 2 To put the bed up lift the bed frame and secure it in place with the latch In the sleeping quarters at the rear of the cabin there is a privacy curtain This can be pulled to help block light or for privacy purposes Picture 20 3 There is additional storage in the rear above and below the bed The cabinets operate in the same way as the cabinets in the galley Picture 20...

Page 20: ...20 Erwin Hymer Group North America Inc Sleeping Facilities Continued Picture 20 1 Picture 20 2 Picture 20 3 ...

Page 21: ...position Pull the right plastic lever on the driver seat to swivel the seat so that it is facing the passenger side Pull the left plastic lever on the passenger seat to swivel the seat so that it is facing the driver side Use the rotating knob to adjust the height of both driver and passenger seats to allow them to be at the same height as the rear seat Picture 22 1 Step 2 Placing the bed support ...

Page 22: ...s Unfold the larger of the two mattresses and place on the rear most part of the bed base The mattress should be placed so that the edges line up with the edges of the bed base at the two sides and rear of the base Unfold the smaller of the two mattresses and place in the space remaining to complete the set up Step 5 Storing the bed When not in use or when driving your Aktiv the bed should be disa...

Page 23: ...of the sink While pushing the tab lower sink with your other hand Alternatively to raise the sink while not in use or to have a shower lift sink from the front until it is up as far as it can go and fully in position Pictures 23 1 23 2 and 23 3 Never pull on the sink to lower it This will damage the latch mechanism for the sink Picture 23 1 Picture 23 2 Picture 23 2 Push On Release Button to Lower...

Page 24: ... closed Picture 24 1 Toilet The enclosed bathroom in your Aktiv contains a cassette toilet To flush the toilet press the button located behind the toilet The toilet also swivels for additional room and comfort See How To Waste Water Dumping for dumping instructions for the toilet cassette Picture 24 2 Picture 24 1 Picture 24 2 ...

Page 25: ...ture 25 1 You use the faucet handle to control the heat just like you would while washing your hands There are curtains in the shower which cover the mirror and sink while you shower When finished either air or towel dry the curtains and refasten the drain stopper to prevent the contents of the gray water tank from sloshing up into the shower area while driving Pictures 26 1 26 2 26 3 Picture 25 1...

Page 26: ...6 Erwin Hymer Group North America Inc Shower Continued Picture 26 1 Picture 26 2 Picture 26 3 Shower Curtain in Stowed Position Shower Curtain Extended Exterior View Shower Curtain Extended Interior View ...

Page 27: ...h system or a separate Blu Ray player may be installed in the cabinet next to the television set Please check your coach for proper configuration Controlling the Rear Speakers The rears speakers are controlled by the DVD player which is installed in the dash or the Blu Ray player if installed Please check for your proper configuration Hot Water The Aktiv is equipped with a 10 gallon water heater T...

Page 28: ...times may need to be increased You must have 120VAC power available to use the microwave See Electrical System section of this manual for details Stove The propane stove Pictures 28 1 28 2 needs fresh air for its safe operation Make sure to open a window or the skylight and turn on the overhead fan located in the bathroom for proper ventilation Refer to the stove s owner s manual for details of op...

Page 29: ...efer to the awning manual for the proper way of securing the awning supports to the attachments To stow the awning detach the supports stow them in the awning housing and retract the awning Awnings are susceptible to damage from wind and for this reason should never be left extended when you are away from the vehicle If a thunderstorm or other windy weather is imminent stow your awning until the w...

Page 30: ...river s Side Doors On the driver s side there are 6 doors openings that house items that you will use Shore power water heater toilet cassette Picture 30 1 Picture 30 2 City Water Intake Toilet Cassette Tank Furnace Exhaust 30AMP Shore Hook Up Cable TV Connection ...

Page 31: ...when refueling the vehicle Picture 31 1 Next to that door going right towards the back of the vehicle is a TV hookup plug in The one to the right of that is the shore power plug in The next is a vent for the water heater furnace and the final access door has the toilet cassette access Picture 31 2 Fuel access Dump valves Picture 31 1 Picture 31 2 ...

Page 32: ...h the passenger sliding door Flip the side latches to expose the tank valve and filler Pictures 32 1 32 2 Note Filling of your propane tanks should be done by a certified authorized facility or retailer Please refernce page 36 for more information regarding the RV s propane system Picture 32 1 Picture 32 2 ...

Page 33: ...or ease of use and optimal operation While sturdy enough to keep insects out neither the side screen nor the rear screen are designed to resist repeated and persistent attempts by pets to get out of the vehicle Do not leave your pets unattended with the screen in place and the door open Rear Door Screen The Aktiv has a rear screen which allows you to open the rear doors and get fresh air and a bet...

Page 34: ...he tank fill port is located on the driver s side rear of the coach Connect an approved fresh water hose to fill The tank will overflow onto the ground beneath the coach when full approximately 30 gallons Erwin Hymer Group NA recommends that you use a dedicated single purpose potable water hose These are usually white in color Buy a new one and use it only for filling your tank and connecting to c...

Page 35: ...sette contains toilet waste Indicators The gray and fresh water tank level indicators on the control panel will give you an approximate indicator of your tank levels When the gray water tank is at capacity water will no longer drain down the shower and sink drain and you need to dump the tank before running any more water If you see fluid below the toilet valve in the bowl of the toilet your water...

Page 36: ... filling and to turn the main tank shutoff valve off and on lift the access panel Picture 36 1 You must close the tank shutoff valve when the vehicle is not in daily use Further you must close the shutoff valve when the vehicle is traveling There is a BBQ quick connect pigtail secured behind the access cover This will allow you to connect a high pressure grill or burner to the propane supply of yo...

Page 37: ...ontrols the air conditioner and is in the rear of the cabin above the sleeping area on the passenger side Picture 37 2 Set the thermostat to cool and set the desired temperature The third setting fan recirculates cabin air using the fan inside the air conditioning unit Picture 37 3 For more operating instructions about this system see the Dometic and Truma owner s manual for these appliances Pictu...

Page 38: ...0VAC household current to 12VDC when you are connected to shore power This 110VAC power is used to power your 12VDC appliances as well as charge your batteries Whenever you are receiving either source of 110VAC power you are charging your batteries When you are boondocking and you do not need 110VAC power in the coach make sure that your inverter is turned off at the panel The inverter takes power...

Page 39: ...rt the vehicle engine Underhood Generator There is no required maintenance for the underhood generator Note however that your vehicle s serpentine belt the belt which drives the vehicle s alternator water pump power steering etc will be different than the one for the underhood generator so carrying a spare belt may be prudent in case you have a serpentine belt failure while traveling 2000 Watt Inv...

Page 40: ...r receptacle Pictures 40 1 40 2 See the Outside your Aktiv section of this manual for location The switchover from shore power to inverter is automatic To connect to external shore power plug the power cord into the campsite 30 amp power source Outlets The outlets are operated from the inverter or shore power Further the outlets are protected by GFCI All of the outlets are powered by the standard ...

Page 41: ... controlled by the battery disconnect switch to the lower left On the bottom left is the battery disconnect switch which supplies 12VDC battery power to the 12VDC light and other cabin appliances This switch must be on for any of the 12VDC electrical devices to work Remember to turn off two switches the inverter switch and the battery disconnect switch when your Aktiv is not being used to avoid di...

Page 42: ...42 Erwin Hymer Group North America Inc Monitor Panel Continued Picture 42 1 Picture 42 2 ...

Page 43: ...override the monitor panel switch and place a continual drain on your battery system Other Switches Patio Light On the monitor panel the top left switch is the patio lights switch Picture 43 1 Press the top of the button to turn the lights on and the bottom to turn them off These are LED lights and use very little power The lights are in along the awning Picture 43 2 If the awning is not open you ...

Page 44: ...The water heater is a part of your heating system and has its own control screen labeled Truma The water heater can be operated with propane or 120VAC power Tank Charge Indicators In the center of the monitor panel are the indicator lights for the battery charge level the fresh water tank levels and gray water tank levels The battery disconnect switch must be on for this display to work Press the ...

Page 45: ...v for the winter turn off the battery disconnect switch and all the circuit breakers on this panel AC Breaker Panel The 110VAC breakers are located below the monitor panel behind a black plastic cover Flip the cover to the right and note the labels under the cover with the identifying information on each breaker When storing the Aktiv for the winter turn off the battery disconnect switch and all c...

Page 46: ...gs Propane and CO Alarm Your vehicle has been equipped with a combination propane leak and carbon monoxide detection device for your protection It is located near the floor in the aisle across from the rear seats Pictures 46 1 46 2 Picture 46 1 Picture 46 2 ...

Page 47: ...connect switch should be in the on position Coach power on the Monitor Panel must be on for detector operation Make sure your battery disconnect switch is on Do not disable unplug or otherwise hinder the operation of this detector The detector has a useful service life beyond which it needs to be replaced See manufacturer s owner s manual for other operating instructions or look for the sticker wh...

Page 48: ...at Pictures 48 2 48 3 It is a dry chemical fire extinguisher suitable for all fires Before every trip check to see that the needle on the dial is in the green range If not replace the fire extinguisher Do not test your fire extinguisher by discharging it The total discharge time is 8 to 12 seconds so it will become rapidly depleted if you test it this way Service life on fire extinguishers current...

Page 49: ...driver door post Owner Maintenance Checks Listed below are vehicle maintenance checks and inspections that should be performed by the owner or qualified service technician at the indicated intervals Any adverse conditions should be brought to the attention of your dealer or qualified service technician for expert service advice as soon as possible The owner maintenance checks are generally not cov...

Page 50: ...ake system and put the brake on and see if it will hold on a moderate hill If not get it repaired Check head lamp alignment o Shine your low beam headlights on a wall The light patterns should be the same height Measure headlight height at the vehicle with a yardstick and the light patterns should be the almost same height or slightly less with your vehicle level If not get the headlights aligned ...

Page 51: ...there is no bare aluminum on the vehicle so do not use aluminum polish on any surface of your Aktiv To prevent water from entering your vehicle avoid spraying water directly into exterior vents or grills Do not use a power washer to clean your Aktiv because damage to the paint removal of decals and water leaks will result Hand washing or commercial car washes accommodating large vehicles are the b...

Page 52: ... where you won t lose it and grasp the top of the tire with both hands Lower it into a horizontal position to allow the driver s side rear door to open freely The tire will latch when horizontal While the tire is spring loaded it is still fairly heavy Use proper lifting technique or get help To raise the spare tire back into position lift the guard over the cable mechanism enough for the catch to ...

Page 53: ...han a motorhome Some Ram dealerships do not want to work on motorhomes but most can service a Promaster Again start with the service writer then the service manager and finally if you are unable to resolve your issues with the service department contact the dealership managing partner or owner If you cannot resolve your chassis related issues at the dealer level contact Ram s factory service Erwin...

Page 54: ...change these specifications This applies to Erwin Hymer Group NA upfits only Total fresh water capacity includes water heater 32 6 gallons 124 litres Fresh Water tank capacity 30 gallons 114 litres Gray water tank capacity 23 gallons 87 litres Cassette toilet capacity 10 gallons 38 litres Battery type 2 X 6V AGM maintenance free Battery capacity 190 AMP hours standard Propane tank size 5 9 gallons...

Page 55: ...ponents added to the vehicle by another party In addition to this EHG limited warranty original component manufacturers may provide their own separate warranties This limited warranty is valid only in the United States and Canada Coverage under this warranty is not subject to proration or deductibles How Long the Limited Warranty Lasts The original limited warranty is in effect for a period of 72 ...

Page 56: ...master Warranty information for details Normal vehicle maintenance such as lubrication batteries tires filter and oil replacement belts and hoses brake lining and adjustment and vehicle alignments Damage caused by improper maintenance or use including but not limited to failure to follow the required or recommended maintenance schedule failure to maintain operating parameters e g plumbing leaks fl...

Page 57: ...s and service centers on line go to http www gohymer com dealer locator When you call please have the following information available so that we may expedite your service Ø Your Dodge Ram Promaster VIN Vehicle Identification Number Ø First retail owner s date of purchase Ø The current actual mileage NO WARRANTY CLAIM WILL BE PROCESSED OR PAID WITHOUT PROOF OF ACTUAL MILEAGE AND FIRST RETAIL OWNER ...

Page 58: ...of shall be settled by arbitration administered by the Arbitration Association The determination of the arbitrator s shall be in writing and shall include an explanation of the basis for the determination The determination of the arbitrator s shall be final and binding and judgment upon such determination may be entered in any court having jurisdiction ...

Page 59: ...ion to http www rgohymer com warranty information and registration when you purchase your Hymer Your new Hymer should be registered on your behalf by your dealer If that step is overlooked then please visit the following link to insure that you are properly registered with EHGNA http www gohymer com warranty ...

Page 60: ...ystems and components should be researched thoroughly either with the dealer or manufacture as they may interfere with the performance of Erwin Hymer Group North America Roadtrek Hymer Sunlight etc recreation vehicle systems and components further affecting the warranty of the vehicle as designed ...

Page 61: ...e toll free at 1 888 327 4236 or 366 0123 in Washington DC area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washington DC 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the NHTSA Hotline HOWTOs Visit our consumer website at www gohymer com for HowTo s regarding your Aktiv motorhome Disclaimer This owner s manual was created to help owners with general use mainte...

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