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1 Introduction

B-MC - 12/18-2 - EHG-0016-01EN

Summary of Contents for BMC 550

Page 1: ...taffs are fully conver sant with your vehicle and will be pleased to help in any way they can Our list of HYMER service centres in Europe is updated regularly You can obtain a copy of the latest editi...

Page 2: ...Instruction manual 2 B MC 12 18 2 EHG 0016 01EN...

Page 3: ...nger s seat 43 4 9 Seat heater 44 4 10 Headrests bench 44 4 11 Attachable seat 45 4 12 Additional seat 46 4 13 Seating arrangement 47 4 14 Electrical window winder 47 4 15 Electrically adjustable and...

Page 4: ...ttle compartment 104 7 7 Gas pressure regulating system DuoControl CS 104 7 8 Gas filter 107 7 9 Changing gas bottles 108 8 Electrical system 109 8 1 General safety instructions 109 8 2 Terms 109 8 3...

Page 5: ...94 11 6 Water system 195 11 6 1 Cleaning the water tank 195 11 6 2 Cleaning the water pipes 196 11 6 3 Disinfecting the water system 197 11 6 4 Cleaning the waste water tank 197 11 7 Skylight with fan...

Page 6: ...iler 230 14 8 1 Heater boiler with CP plus digital operating unit 230 14 8 2 Alde heater boiler 231 14 9 Air conditioning unit 232 14 10 Refrigerator 232 14 10 1 General 232 14 11 Water supply 234 14...

Page 7: ...res below 0 C first heat vehicle then fill water system See Water supply Filling the water tank section Gas bottles are only to be transported within the designated gas bottle compartment Keep forced...

Page 8: ...Checklist before first journey of the vehicle 8 B MC 12 18 2 EHG 0016 01EN...

Page 9: ...wn in some illustrations and de scriptions However your vehicle may be fitted with other special equipment not de scribed in this instruction manual Special equipment is described when an explanation...

Page 10: ...te of the environment Remember that All kinds of waste water and household waste are not to be disposed of in drains or in the open countryside On board collect waste water only in the waste water tan...

Page 11: ...which can also be biologically degraded and only use small doses When staying in towns and communities for long periods search for parking areas which are specially reserved for motorhomes Enquire at...

Page 12: ...1 Introduction 12 B MC 12 18 2 EHG 0016 01EN...

Page 13: ...nces 2 1 2 Fire fighting Always carry a dry powder fire extinguisher in the vehicle The fire ex tinguisher must be approved tested and close at hand Have the fire extinguisher tested at regular interv...

Page 14: ...cooker refrigerator etc and the base vehicle engine brakes etc are concerned the instruction manu als are authoritative It is imperative that they be observed Fitting accessories or special equipment...

Page 15: ...nly to sit on the permitted seats see chapter 4 The authorised number of seats is stipulated in the vehicle documents Seat belts must be worn by all passengers Fasten your seat belts before the beginn...

Page 16: ...e chapter 13 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...

Page 17: ...ed to an internal connector Before using the cooker make sure that there is sufficient ventilation Open a window or the skylight Cooking is prohibited during the journey Do not use gas operated cookin...

Page 18: ...the gas bottle without tension If the gas bottles are not connected to the gas tube always place the protective cap on top Close the regulator tap on the gas bottle before the gas pressure reg ulator...

Page 19: ...short period Therefore before each use of the ve hicle thoroughly clean the water pipes and the water tank After each use of the vehicle completely empty the water tank and the water pipes In the case...

Page 20: ...2 Safety 20 B MC 12 18 2 EHG 0016 01EN...

Page 21: ...Further information in chapter 12 3 2 Payload Overloading the vehicle and wrong tyre pressure can cause tyres to burst You can lose control of the vehicle see section 13 7 The maximum permissible gro...

Page 22: ...ard equipment excluding special equipment fitted at the factory Driver s weight Basic equipment weight Unladen weight includes lubricants such as oils and coolants which have been filled the on board...

Page 23: ...must not be calculated as part of the conventional load In the vehicle documents the manufacturer specifies the number of seats The additional equipment includes accessories and special equipments tha...

Page 24: ...erence in weight between the maximum permissible gross weight in a laden condition and the actual weight Mass in kg to be calculated Calculation Example for calculating the payload Maximum permissible...

Page 25: ...s behind the rear axle can reduce the load on the front axle due to the leverage effect This applies especially to long rear extensions if a motorbike is transported on the rear carrier or if there is...

Page 26: ...by this value If the result is a negative value example 2 this means that the load on the front axle is increased Make a note of this value too Calculate all storage spaces of the vehicle in the same...

Page 27: ...rfboards rubber boats or light ca noes Special girder systems are available as accessory The author ised dealer or service centre will be happy to advise you The maximum permissible roof load is 75 kg...

Page 28: ...mum permitted load of the rear garage the rear storage space is 350 kg If the vehicle is fitted with a caravan coupling or a motorcycle rack the permitted load is 450 kg Do not exceed the per missible...

Page 29: ...the clamping rail Fig 3 2 to the desired position Give clamping eyelet one half turn in a clockwise direction The clamp ing eyelet Fig 5 sits tightly in the clamping rail again Check that the clampin...

Page 30: ...e bike rack Secure the front and rear wheels of each bicycle with the retaining straps on the bike rack In addition fasten the outermost bicycle on the retaining bracket or re taining arm If the bike...

Page 31: ...detach able 3 5 Entrance steps Before commencing the journey and after short interruptions of the journey ensure that the entrance step is completely retracted Do not stand in the direct range of the...

Page 32: ...ep is extended a warning tone is heard The warning tone stops as soon as the entrance step is re tracted 3 5 2 Driver s door step The automatic step on the driver s door makes it easier to enter and e...

Page 33: ...seat The DSP box contains the processor for pro gramming sound Do no open the DSP box Only an authorised specialist workshop may open the DSP box If during an ongoing sound reproduction of the mobile...

Page 34: ...Gas regulator DuoControl If a gas regulator with a crash sensor Fig 10 2 and Fig 11 2 and hose break guard Fig 10 1 and Fig 11 1 is installed in the vehicle The regulator tap on the gas bottle and th...

Page 35: ...ehicle All vehicle documents are on board Tyres in proper condition and tyre pressure correct Vehicle lighting brake lights and reversing lights function Oil levels for engine gearbox and power steeri...

Page 36: ...sen ger s seat locked Shades in the driver s cabin opened and secured Gas system Gas bottles firmly fixed in the gas bottle compartment so that they are unable to turn If the gas bottles are not conne...

Page 37: ...e vehicle is stationary Drive to a car park or stop in a safe area when changing the destination Do not play DVDs using the monitor of the navigation system during the journey Drive slowly on poor roa...

Page 38: ...that a staff member of the Mer cedes Benz customer centre will contact you In some countries a voice message prompts you to confirm the trans mission of the vehicle data After confirming the vehicle...

Page 39: ...free space for the snow chains In addition to the standard equipment of the vehicle with steel springs two bellows are installed on the rear axle With that the vehicle can be lifted se veral centimetr...

Page 40: ...together with persons Seat belts are not sufficient for persons who are less than 150 cm tall In these cases use additional restraining devices Observe test certifi cate Only attach the child restrai...

Page 41: ...with activated front airbag This may lead to death or to serious injuries in chil dren Fig 15 Warning notice on child restraint system front passenger s seat sun visor The front passenger s seat is e...

Page 42: ...child restraint systems can be used on which seats Seats Age groups 10 kg 0 9 months 13 kg 0 24 months 9 18 kg 9 48 months 15 36 kg 4 12 years Front passenger s seat X X UF UF Second row of seats indi...

Page 43: ...the seat forwards or backwards Release the bar The seat must audibly lock into place Adjust the seat inclination so that the thighs rest on the seat surface without any pressure Pull the respective le...

Page 44: ...r s and front passen ger s seats can be heated The switch for the seat heater is attached to the side of the seat Fig 19 Switch for seat heater The seat heater only works when the ignition is switched...

Page 45: ...ttachable additional seat can be located in the storage space under the bench The attachable seat is equipped with a lap belt Fig 21 Bench Fig 22 Storage space under the bench Remove the seat cushions...

Page 46: ...f equipment a foldable additional seat for the journey is located in the storage space beneath the bench The additional seat is installed in the direction of travel and is equipped with a three point...

Page 47: ...lts must be worn by all passengers Seats which may be used during travel are equipped with a seat belt 4 14 Electrical window winder Remove hands and other objects from the window before closing Even...

Page 48: ...witch Fig 31 1 to the left or right Adjust the mirror by pressing the rotary switch Fig 31 1 in the appro priate direction Press the switch Fig 32 The red indicator lamp in the switch indicates the op...

Page 49: ...e is displayed while travelling for ward Driving mode The rear view mirror camera Fig 33 1 shoots the long distance area behind the vehicle The long distance area is shown on the display 3rd rear view...

Page 50: ...ot work in the engine compartment while the engine is running The bonnet must be kept firmly closed and locked during the journey After closing check whether the lock has engaged In order to carry thi...

Page 51: ...lock and open the bonnet Remove the lid Fig 38 1 from the filler neck of the washer fluid con tainer Slowly fill in washer fluid Replace the cap Fig 38 1 of the filler neck of the washer fluid con tai...

Page 52: ...The fuel filler neck is situated on the exterior of the vehicle at the front left Fig 39 Fuel filler neck Fig 40 Warning notice fuel filler neck Pull the flap Fig 39 1 upwards Insert the key in the l...

Page 53: ...upply is disrupted the servo assistance for the steering and brakes will not be operational A consid erable amount of force will be required for steering and braking The vehicle manufacturer recommend...

Page 54: ...4 During the journey 54 B MC 12 18 2 EHG 0016 01EN...

Page 55: ...nable the vehicle to be parked on the level ramps can be used for height compensation when the vehicle is parked on a hill or on uneven ground 5 4 Wheel chock When parking the vehicle on slopes or inc...

Page 56: ...o fully re tract and secure them When the ground is soft place a pad or block under the supports in or der to prevent the vehicle from sinking into the ground Pitch the vehicle so that it is as horizo...

Page 57: ...nsion Rotate the hexagonal nut Fig 44 1 with the socket spanner until the steady leg has swung upwards and the guide disc Fig 44 3 has com pletely retracted into the notch Fig 44 2 Before commencing t...

Page 58: ...igned horizontally both lengthways and crossways Both modes are controlled via the control unit 1 Manual mode LED 2 Inclination LEDs red 4 pcs indi cate the side on which the vehicle is inclined 3 Pos...

Page 59: ...the vehicle must be raised on this side Press the Next button Fig 45 7 as often as necessary until the de sired pair of steady legs is selected The corresponding Steady leg LEDs Fig 45 8 light up Pres...

Page 60: ...ever Fig 46 1 until the steady leg is retracted Close the support valve again Unscrew the screw Place the red protective cap on the support valve Contact customer service 5 8 230 V connection The vehi...

Page 61: ...ted while the fabric is still wet Extend the awning as soon as pos sible in order to dry out the fabric Before retracting remove leaves and coarse dirt from the awning Fig 47 Installing crank Take cra...

Page 62: ...tore it in the rear garage Fix the support legs to the floor with tent pegs Fig 49 1 Fig 49 A If present remove guy ropes and tent pegs Insert the crank in the bayonet socket of the awning ant turn in...

Page 63: ...locks the driver s door conversion door and the right and left garage door of the body External flaps except for the toilet flap are monitored If one of the doors garage doors or external flaps except...

Page 64: ...n the door handle Fig 51 2 The door is open Insert the key in the locking cylinder Fig 51 1 and turn it in an anti clockwise direction until the door lock is engaged Return the key to the central posi...

Page 65: ...position and remove it Pull on the door handle Fig 53 1 The door is open Insert the key into locking cylinder Fig 53 2 and turn until the door lock is engaged Return the key to the central position a...

Page 66: ...1 one half turn in an anticlockwise direction Insert the key in the locking cylinder Fig 55 2 and turn it in an anti clockwise direction The central locking system is locked The garage door may alway...

Page 67: ...Fig 57 Insect screen conversion door Fig 58 Insect screen bottom guide Hold holding bar Fig 57 2 with both hands and pull the insect screen Fig 57 1 evenly out of the door holder On the opposite side...

Page 68: ...direction The lock handle will stay bolted Remove the key 6 3 Ventilation The oxygen in the vehicle interior is used up by breathing and the use of gas operated appliances That is why the used air mus...

Page 69: ...damage the Roman shade or the insect screen grasp the respective handle and carefully return it to the initial position Do not keep blinds closed over a longer period of time as that can cause increas...

Page 70: ...eaking due to the massive counter pressure When opening the hinged windows ensure that there are no torsional forces Open and close the hinged windows evenly The catch lever is fitted with a safety kn...

Page 71: ...o the continuous ventilation position Press the safety knob Fig 63 1 and keep it pressed Turn the catch lever Fig 63 3 a quarter turn towards the centre of the window Lightly open the hinged window ou...

Page 72: ...s been reached and use knurled knob Fig 65 1 to secure in position The sunroof remains locked in the required position Turn knurled knob Fig 65 1 until the latch is released Close the sunroof Turn all...

Page 73: ...t screen The windows are fitted with a Roman shade and an insect screen Roman shade and insect screen are fixed to each other Fig 67 Roman shade and insect screen hinged window The Roman shade is loca...

Page 74: ...arefully push back the Roman shade Release the locking handle The lock must engage 6 5 Skylights Depending on the model skylights with or without forced ventilation are fit ted to the vehicle If a sky...

Page 75: ...e closed and locked When leaving the vehicle always close the skylights The upholstery will fade over time if it is exposed to sunlight If the tem perature within the vehicle rises rapidly as well the...

Page 76: ...y light open or closed Pull out Roman shade Fig 70 1 and release in the required position The Roman shade will stay in that position Slowly push Roman shade at the handle to its initial position The i...

Page 77: ...the insect screen the insect screen is also moved along on closing the Roman shade Pull the handle of the Roman shade Fig 73 3 in the direction of the ar row and release it in the desired position Th...

Page 78: ...opening angle is reached Turn the rotary handle until the skylight is closed Set the flip switch Fig 75 3 to Aerate air flows from the outside in wards or Vent air flows from the inside outwards Set f...

Page 79: ...oth armrests at the driver s front passenger s seat upward Push the driver s seat front passenger s seat backwards or into the cen tral position Pull the lever Fig 76 1 to turn the seat forwards The s...

Page 80: ...storage compartments The level underneath the floor is divided into various storage compartments These storage compartments are accessible through lids in the living area The disposition of the storag...

Page 81: ...Cable passage for multimedia de vices Fig 79 Multifunctional sideboard With the cushion Fig 79 3 the pull out Fig 79 4 can be used as addi tional seat or as footrest When the pull out has been pulled...

Page 82: ...ress the release button Fig 80 1 and hold it down Push the table top downwards as far as it will go Press on the centre of the table top Release the release button Fig 80 1 The table top remains in th...

Page 83: ...on table s separable support leg enables it to be used as a bed foundation Lift the front of the table top Fig 83 6 by approx 45 Pull out the lower part of the support leg Fig 83 4 down and lay aside...

Page 84: ...older Fold down the table top until the telescopic holder clicks into position in the holder Fig 85 3 6 10 TV unit Before commencing the journey return the flat screen and the screen holder into the i...

Page 85: ...the top and bottom edge and move it into the straight position Push flat screen back until it engages in the guide rail Fig 86 1 on the side The flat screen can be shifted sideways on a rail Fig 87 Fl...

Page 86: ...the driver must verify the correct position of the an tenna Retract the satellite antenna in case of strong wind or storm Do not wash a vehicle with a satellite antenna in a brush washing sys tem nor...

Page 87: ...tion If the vehicle s location has changed the fully automatic satellite search will start When the system has found the satellite the selected TV programme appears automatically Switch the receiver o...

Page 88: ...ds after closing all the doors or when locking the vehicle or after switching on the ignition Touch the edge of the reading lamp Fig 90 1 The reading lamp is switched on Touch the edge of the reading...

Page 89: ...ithout any great effort so that there is no tension in the locking position Objects on the pull down bed can distort the lifting mechanism on one side resulting in damage Fig 92 Retaining belt Fig 93...

Page 90: ...Hook the access ladder into the bed surround Fig 94 2 on the pull down bed by the two brackets Fig 94 1 When engaging make sure that the hooks rest on the inner fixtures This prevents lateral movement...

Page 91: ...free The drive shaft must be able to move unimpededly Do not allow children to play with the pull down bed Store the key for the control unit such that children have no access to it Only use the pull...

Page 92: ...own into the final upper position Ensure that there are no objects stuck between the roof and the pull down bed Fig 97 Pull down bed complete with applied safety net Fig 98 Pull down bed completely lo...

Page 93: ...nsert the crank provided or an Allen wrench into the accommodation on the motor Turn crank or Allen wrench manually until the pull down bed has reached the upper parking position Contact customer serv...

Page 94: ...s in which the bed is installed at window height includes a plug in pro tective panel The protective panel protects the blinds in the lying area from accidental damage In addition the protective panel...

Page 95: ...ying sur face Fig 105 Short shelf at the head end of the bed Fig 106 Long shelf hooked in Remove short shelf Fig 105 1 Hook long shelf Fig 106 2 in at the edge of the single beds Place the additional...

Page 96: ...quipment there will be a safety net present If there is a safety net it must be used 6 12 7 Lying surface extension of rear single bed The lying surface of the single bed on the right can be extended...

Page 97: ...ig 112 2 is equipped with a fold out footrest and an angle bracket The other additional cushion Fig 112 1 is placed on the table top Fig 111 Prior to conversion Fig 112 After conversion Shift shiftabl...

Page 98: ...e One of the addi tional cushions Fig 114 2 is equipped with a fold out footrest and an angle bracket The other additional cushion Fig 114 1 is placed on the table top Fig 113 Prior to conversion Fig...

Page 99: ...op 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 ga...

Page 100: ...gas operated devices which have been designed for a gas pressure of 30 mbar The exhaust gas pipe must be fitted tightly to the heating system and to the vent and must be sealed The exhaust gas pipe m...

Page 101: ...ese models only open the gas bottle com partment when the conversion door is closed Danger from damages The screw connections on the gas bottles generally have a left hand thread For gas operated unit...

Page 102: ...gas appliances which are designed for an oper ation pressure of 30 mbar Once you have made the connection and opened the gas isolator tap make sure that no gas is escaping at the connection point If...

Page 103: ...s bottles the gas bottles and the DuoControl switching facility are stored in an extractable gas bottle compartment Fig 118 Gas bottle compartment pull out Fig 119 Knob with locking device Open flap F...

Page 104: ...e compartment Do not grab external flap of the gas bottle compartment by the bottom panel Fig 121 1 Grab the external flap by the sides for opening and closing Fig 121 Gas bottle compartment ex ternal...

Page 105: ...he vehicle is equipped with a gas pressure regulating system with crash sensor and high pressure hoses with hose break guard Fig 122 Gas bottles with DuoCon trol Fig 123 DuoControl regulating system T...

Page 106: ...ates the primary bottle is empty In this case the reserve bottle is used for the gas supply Connect the gas bottles Use the knob Fig 123 1 on the reversing valve to select the gas bottle which is to b...

Page 107: ...green Close regulator tap Fig 122 2 on the empty gas bottle Pay attention to the direction of the arrow Unscrew the gas tube from the empty gas bottle normally a left hand thread Release the fixing b...

Page 108: ...d for the regulating system Fig 126 Gas bottle connection Open flap for the gas bottle compartment Close the regulator tap Fig 126 4 on the gas bottle Pay attention to the direction of the arrow Hold...

Page 109: ...e possible The control unit of the basic vehicle does not release the D signal until the engine has reached full performance In the event of a cold start in winter this can take up to 15 seconds For t...

Page 110: ...rs then it has a capacity of 4 A x 20 h 80 Ah If more current flows the discharging time of the battery will decrease pro portionately External influences such as temperature and age may alter the sto...

Page 111: ...er button Fig 128 When removing the ignition key the radio switches off after a delay The de lay depends on the device installed and may vary between 1 and 5 seconds 8 3 3 Bluetooth connection Bluetoo...

Page 112: ...the connection on and off with the rocker switch Press the lower part of the rocker button Fig 129 The LED goes out Switch rocker button Fig 129 to the central position The LED of the rocker button is...

Page 113: ...e skin or the eyes is to be avoided In the event of contact rinse im mediately with plenty of water skin eyes clothes objects and seek medical attention if necessary In the case of charging with an ex...

Page 114: ...rger for information concerning charge period required for the battery See the specifications on the battery for information concerning its strength Disconnect the charger in reverse order the negativ...

Page 115: ...ge and have the same capacity After a battery change have the battery voltage indicators checked by an authorised specialist workshop service centre When changing batteries use only batteries which me...

Page 116: ...ation heat development and damage due to scorching Recharge battery in good time Note that even a fully charged living area battery can be fully discharged by closed circuit currents inactive applianc...

Page 117: ...a battery The living area battery has a limited power supply only For this reason the electrical appliances should not be operated without a 230 V power supply for a longer period of time Below the ca...

Page 118: ...amps 2 W 20 1 6 3 0 4 80 Average daily requirement 25 65 Calculate the maximum effective energy with the following formula or determine it with a special indicator unit Current capacity Ah Deep discha...

Page 119: ...Y Tec lithium bat teries 135 hereinafter called lithium batteries Both are living area batteries Do not make any changes to the installation of the lithium battery carried out at the factory Do not op...

Page 120: ...e support will not work and the lead battery may be damaged In the case of adequate use the lithium battery has a lifetime of 10 years Prior to storage fully charge the battery system and disconnect i...

Page 121: ...reserved in case of power supply failure When pressing one of the panel buttons the display backlight is switched on automatically If no button is pressed for 3 minutes the backlight is switched off a...

Page 122: ...ht by pressing any button If the display is showing the SoC value press button Fig 131 4 or but ton Fig 131 5 briefly to go to the display of the battery voltage Fig 132 1 Further information can be o...

Page 123: ...V circuits and secures them Devices with a maximum of 10 A can be connected to the sockets The transformer rectifier provides connections for a solar charge regula tor an auxiliary charging unit as w...

Page 124: ...ier monitors the voltage in the living area battery If the voltage of the batteries falls below 10 5 V the battery monitor in the transformer rectifier switches off all the 12 V appliances Switch off...

Page 125: ...trofitting additional 12 V appliances The electrical system in the living area of the vehicle may be equipped with optional devices The optional devices are to be connected to the reserve outputs on t...

Page 126: ...even if the 12 V power supply on the panel is switched off Therefore disconnect the living area battery from the 12 V power supply via the switch on the transformer rectifier if the vehicle will not...

Page 127: ...ge No charging via the transformer recti fier 1 12 V power supply overload 1 12 V power supply overload 1 13 5 V or more Battery being charged Occurs only briefly after charging Battery being charged...

Page 128: ...rts flashing on the indicator scale for battery voltage Fig 134 1 Danger of total discharge Total discharge damages the battery If the voltage of the batteries falls below 10 5 V the battery monitor i...

Page 129: ...red switch off the AC converter Even in idle state the AC converter still uses power from the living area battery The AC converter is equipped with a 230 V priority circuit If an external 230 V voltag...

Page 130: ...for sockets 3 Fault current protection switch for sockets Fig 136 Additional fuse box The sockets are protected by a safety cut out Fig 136 2 and a fault current protection switch Fig 136 3 in the ad...

Page 131: ...C converter against overload Before pushing in the appliance fuse again the cause of the fault must have been elimi nated 2 Main switch OFF position AC converter switched off ON position AC converter...

Page 132: ...is the starter battery is charged with a float charge of 2 A Depending on the equipment optional devices are fuse protected by their own two pole automatic circuit breaker 8 8 1 230 V connection CEE s...

Page 133: ...off both safety cut outs Fig 138 1 and Fig 138 2 in the fuse box Fig 138 3 Open the cover of the 230 V connection on the vehicle Fig 139 and insert the plug connector Ensure that the detent of the spr...

Page 134: ...fications When changing fuses only use flat fuses with the values shown below Some signals are protected by Polyswitch fuses Polyswitch is an internal self resetting fuse After the overcurrent or shor...

Page 135: ...e 10 A for the electrical ventilation system of the toilet is located in circuit 1 or in circuit 2 of the transformer rectifier The electrical system of the hot water heater is protected by two fuses...

Page 136: ...red Fig 144 Control unit TV satellite unit The fuse 25 A for the motor of the pull down bed is located on the trans former rectifier basic light The fuse 2 A for the control of the pull down bed is i...

Page 137: ...ion switch for each connection to the 230 V power supply at least once every 6 months Fig 146 Safety cutout and FI switch 230 V fuse box A fault current protection switch FI switch Fig 146 3 in the fu...

Page 138: ...147 230 V circuit diagram 1 Transformer rectifier 2 Auxiliary charging unit 3 Refrigerator 4 Sockets 5 Automatic circuit breaker 6 Optional device e g air conditioning unit 7 230 V connection Fig 147...

Page 139: ...ed on off via 12 V main switch 6 Sockets 1 Sockets 2 spare 1 2 7 Circuit 1 circuit 2 8 Pump water pump 9 Multimedia TV B Basic supply can be switched on off via battery cut off switch 10 Refrigerator...

Page 140: ...8 Electrical system 140 B MC 12 18 2 EHG 0016 01EN...

Page 141: ...cooker and refrigerator are fitted depending on the model of the vehicle In this instruction manual a description is given only for the operation of the appliances and their particular features To op...

Page 142: ...r Immediately set the operating switch of the heater to its highest position Open doors and windows and ventilate well Smoke and odour will disappear by themselves after a while 9 2 1 To heat properly...

Page 143: ...ply to the heater was interrupted the time must be reset Gas operation Electrical opera tion Mixed operation gas and electrical operation Maximum heat output 6000 W 1800 W 5800 W The operating unit is...

Page 144: ...Timer display Fig 152 Operating unit with displays The display is divided into four sections Status line Fig 152 2 Upper menu line Fig 152 3 Display area Fig 152 8 Lower menu line Fig 152 5 Press and...

Page 145: ...in stand by mode by turning the rotary push button Open the regulator tap on the gas bottle and the gas isolator tap Heater boiler Turn rotary push button Fig 152 6 until the hot water menu symbol Fig...

Page 146: ...with water from the water tank Switch on the 12 V power supply on the panel Close the safety drainage valve Turn the knob Fig 154 1 perpendicu lar to the safety drainage valve and push the push button...

Page 147: ...ess rotary push button Turn rotary push button until the required value is displayed OFF Fan is switched off VENT Air circulation ECO Low fan setting HIGH High fan setting BOOST Fast room heating Boos...

Page 148: ...e dampers are installed in the side walls of the vehicle on the right and left side of the bunk bed mattress The heat output varies depending on the position of the dampers 9 2 3 Alde hot water heater...

Page 149: ...ating buttons have the following functions Pos in Fig 157 Button Function 2 MENU Open adjustment menu 3 Activate heating The display Fig 157 1 is designed as a touch screen Touching the sym bols calls...

Page 150: ...i vidual symbols are described in the following table Fig 159 Adjustment menu opera ting unit The values can be increased or reduced via the or symbols Symbol Signification Setting the desired tempera...

Page 151: ...tput is insuffi cient does the gas operation also automatically switch on The gas operation is only possible when the regulator tap on the gas bottle and the gas isolator tap are opened 230 V electric...

Page 152: ...ng lever Fig 161 in a vertical position Check whether the water has been drained completely from the boiler approx 7 10 litres For further information see the separate manufacturer s instruction man u...

Page 153: ...th the aid of an integrated heat exchanger the auxiliary fans provide a better heat distribution in the vehicle The auxiliary fans Fig 164 1 are installed at 3 positions in the vehicle Fig 164 shows a...

Page 154: ...wing functions Heat distribution to the rear inside the vehicle during the journey Engine heater independent vehicle heater Fig 168 Engine heater button Press button Fig 168 1 An undesirable warming o...

Page 155: ...er heating system Only the distribution of the hot water for heating is adjusted with the inlet valves The temperature and thereby the power of the heating itself is set at the operating unit Fig 171...

Page 156: ...d Fig 172 Wall flue hot water heater Fig 173 Wall flue hot air heater The wall flue is mounted on the left side wall 9 3 Truma Aventa air conditioning unit The cooling circuit may only be opened by th...

Page 157: ...on 3 Buttons and for temperature selection 4 Sliding door for field with setting buttons 5 Fan setting selection button three levels 6 Mode selection button Fig 174 Remote control air condi tioning un...

Page 158: ...de the cooling heater and air circulation can be set sepa rately on the remote control Press the On Off button Fig 174 2 Press the mode selection button Fig 174 6 until the cooling symbol ap pears in...

Page 159: ...TIMER buttons for switching time preselection on off Fig 176 Remote control with setting buttons air conditioning unit Press the soft start button Fig 176 6 The fan then runs at low speed in cooling m...

Page 160: ...er and sufficient credit is required not included in the scope of delivery Operating is carried out via SMS The operation of the Truma appliances is possible from multiple mobile ter minals In order t...

Page 161: ...it will automatically change to the mobile communication network if it has been set up The Truma iNet Box can also be operated without mini SIM card In this case operating will only be possible withi...

Page 162: ...s cooker cover as a hob Do not close the gas cooker cover while the gas cooker is in operation Do not apply pressure on the gas cooker cover when it is closed Keep the gas cooker cover open after cook...

Page 163: ...e The gas cooker is equipped with electronic ignition Fig 180 Operating controls gas coo ker Open the regulator tap on the gas bottle and the gas isolator tap Cooker Open the gas cooker cover Turn the...

Page 164: ...t to cook on the glass cover of the cooker Do not close the cooker cover while the cooker is in use Do not apply pressure to the cooker cover when it is closed Do not place hot cooking pans on the coo...

Page 165: ...grill still does not work close the gas isolator tap and notify an authorised service centre If the burner flame is accidentally extinguished turn the control knob to the 0 position and and leave the...

Page 166: ...This can result in the formation of non toxic smoke Open all windows and ventilate well The temperature in the gas oven is thermostatically controlled The tem perature range is from 130 C to 240 C The...

Page 167: ...xternal temperatures the full cooling power of the cooling unit is only guaranteed if the refrigerator is ventilated sufficiently Fig 183 Refrigerator ventilation grill Fig 184 Winter cover refrigerat...

Page 168: ...e refrigerator always requires a 12 V control voltage regardless of which type of energy it is using The control voltage is present as soon as the transformer rectifier is switched on Therefore the cl...

Page 169: ...the automatic power selection system will automatically change over to gas operation 15 minutes after stop ping the vehicle engine When selecting gas operation the ignition fuse is opened automatical...

Page 170: ...s the arrow keys Fig 185 2 until the de sired setting is displayed Confirm your selection with the confirmation button Fig 185 3 Press and hold the On Off button Fig 185 1 for about 2 seconds All ligh...

Page 171: ...ing the refrigerator door in place Closed refrigerator door during travel and when the refrigerator is in op eration Slightly opened refrigerator door as a ventilation position when the re frigerator...

Page 172: ...9 Appliances 172 B MC 12 18 2 EHG 0016 01EN...

Page 173: ...use of the vehicle completely empty the water tank and the water pipes In the case of lay ups lasting more than a week disinfect the water system before using the vehicle see chapter 14 If the vehicle...

Page 174: ...water tank from frost If the living area heater is out of order the water tank no longer is suffi ciently protected against frost If there is a risk of frost empty the water tank and leave the drain c...

Page 175: ...tion and set the rocking lever in a hori zontal position The position of the safety drainage valve and the drain cocks is specified in the section 10 6 at the end of this chapter Close all water taps...

Page 176: ...water filler neck is on the right or left side of the vehicle de pending on the model The drinking water filler neck is marked by the symbol Swivel the external flap Fig 192 1 upwards Insert key into...

Page 177: ...rotary handle Turn the rotary handle Fig 193 1 on the water tank in an anticlockwise direction as far as possible beyond the resistance to fully open the drain age opening 10 2 6 Emptying the water s...

Page 178: ...r In order to do this remove the water pipe from the water pump and blow into the water pipe in the direction of the appliances Empty the waste water tank Take note of the environmental tips in this c...

Page 179: ...h waste water hose The waste water hose Fig 195 1 is located in the gas bottle compartment or in the gas bottle compartment pull out and can be plugged on the drain pipe Fig 196 1 as an extension Atta...

Page 180: ...ting Pitch the vehicle so that it is as horizontal as possible Otherwise the water from the shower tray will not be able to drain properly Further information about cleaning the toilet compartment can...

Page 181: ...ined in the manufacturer s instruction manual Only empty the sewage tank at disposal stations at camping sites or caravan sites that are especially provided for this purpose 10 5 1 Swivel toilet The f...

Page 182: ...ary handle Fig 200 1 clockwise Before flushing open the sliding trap of the Thetford toilet To do this turn the rotary handle Fig 201 3 in an anticlockwise direction For flushing press the blue flush...

Page 183: ...he push button lock Fig 202 1 and turn a quarter turn in a clockwise direction Remove the key Press both push button locks Fig 202 2 simultaneously with your thumb and open the flap for the sewage tan...

Page 184: ...nstruction manual 10 5 5 Winter operation Do not use anti freeze Anti freeze can damage the toilet When the vehicle is being heated the toilet the water tank and the sewage tank are in a frost protect...

Page 185: ...of the sanitary fittings are acces sible at the following positions Fresh water tank access Waste water tank access cleaning Waste water tank access drain cock Water drain valves Safety drainage va lv...

Page 186: ...10 Sanitary fittings 186 B MC 12 18 2 EHG 0016 01EN...

Page 187: ...ight be damaged Do not spray external applications deco films directly with the high pressure cleaner The external applications could come off Before cleaning the vehicle with a high pressure cleaner...

Page 188: ...remature brittleness of the panes and associated cracks may result from their use Avoid contact of cleansing agents used for the body e g tar or silicone removing agents with acrylic glass Do not clea...

Page 189: ...rtment Cleaning and care of the engine compartment may only be carried out while the ignition is switched on Let the engine cool down before carrying out any work in the engine compartment There is a...

Page 190: ...en wipers will be able to clean it in a satisfactory way A clear view contributes de cisively to safe driving Before the frost period starts fill the washer fluid container with wind screen cleaning p...

Page 191: ...amage to the operating mechanism of the entrance step Therefore do not lubricate the moving parts of the en trance step 11 2 Interior care If possible treat stains immediately Acrylic glass windows ar...

Page 192: ...completely dry before being rolled up 11 3 Kitchen installation 11 3 1 General notes on care Never clean the sink or the gas cooker with a scourer Avoid anything which may cause scratching or grooves...

Page 193: ...sur face on an unobtrusive spot Dry the surfaces thoroughly after cleaning to prevent scale deposits In the case of brushed stainless steel surfaces wipe in a direction of the grinding Treat the stain...

Page 194: ...se parts Next dab off the mark with a damp cloth or sponge The upholstery will fade over time if it is exposed to sunlight If the tem perature within the vehicle rises rapidly as well the colour will...

Page 195: ...cloth frequently so that the mark only comes into contact with a clean part of the cloth Moisten cloth with a mild water free and pure fabric cleaning agent Gently dab the stain with the cloth Turn t...

Page 196: ...required Collect any emerging mixture of water and cleaning agent for correct dis posal Empty the water system Close all drainage openings and drain cocks Fill mixture of water and cleaning agent into...

Page 197: ...after every use Fig 209 Cleaning opening waste water tank Empty the waste water tank Open the cleaning opening Fig 209 1 on the waste water tank and the drain cock Thoroughly rinse out the waste water...

Page 198: ...hort time Animal damage to cables can lead to short circuits Fire hazard Animals especially mice can cause great damage to the interior of the ve hicle This is especially true if the animal remains un...

Page 199: ...htly open Search for traces of animals that have gained entry Disconnect the flat screen from the mains and if necessary remove it from the vehicle Gas system Close regulator tap on the gas bottle Clo...

Page 200: ...nal rubber care product Use graphite dust to treat locking cylinders Interior Set up the de humidifier granulate Remove cushions and mattresses from the vehicle and store them in a dry place Air the i...

Page 201: ...grills if there is one Gas system Put the gas bottles in the gas bottle compartment tie down and con nect to the gas pressure regulator Electrical system Connect to 230 V external power supply Install...

Page 202: ...11 Care 202 B MC 12 18 2 EHG 0016 01EN...

Page 203: ...the case of vehicles that are not registered an inspection of the gas system is required 12 2 Inspection work Like any technical appliance the vehicle must be inspected at regular inter vals This ins...

Page 204: ...ll as in the maintenance manual the rear axles must be relubricated after 20 000 km or at least every 12 months In order to do this visit an authorised dealer service partner Keep proof of carrying ou...

Page 205: ...ing system with a standard G11 water glycol mixture 60 40 This mixture offers frost protection up to approx 25 C When topping up hot water heaters that are connected to the engine s cooling circuit pl...

Page 206: ...servoir is 1 cm above the MIN mark when it is cooled down 12 6 4 Bleeding the heating system The bleeding valves of the hot water heater are installed at various points in the vehicle To gain access t...

Page 207: ...ating manual of the base vehicle manufacturer and in the mixing ratio specified therein Do not use any radiator frost protection or other products These products affect the cleaning effect and attack...

Page 208: ...essible to children Do not use any bulb that has been dropped or which shows scratches in its glass The bulb might burst A new bulb should not be touched with the fingers Use a cloth when in stalling...

Page 209: ...off In extreme weather conditions or if the temperature fluctuates strongly a light condensation film can form on the inside of the clear glass spotlight The spotlight is designed so that this film ev...

Page 210: ...in a clockwise direction The holder engages audibly Place the housing cover Fig 218 1 and tighten in a clockwise direction Close the bonnet Fig 220 Curve light fog light Fig 221 Curve light fog light...

Page 211: ...an authorised dealer or a service centre Fig 222 Rear lights unit Loosen the hexagon socket screws Fig 222 1 Remove rear lights unit 1 Direction indicator 2 Reverse light 3 Fog tail light Fig 223 Rea...

Page 212: ...ight 3 Direction indicator 4 Marker light Fig 225 Side lights Use a suitable tool e g a screwdriver to lever out the cover Apply the tool to the notch in the housing Remove the housing Change the bulb...

Page 213: ...r ser vice centre Third brake light Contact a dealer or ser vice centre No in Fig 225 Exterior lighting Type of bulb Side 1 Awning light Contact a dealer or ser vice centre 2 Side marker light C 12 V...

Page 214: ...our and jeopardize road safety The special equipment and original spare parts recommended by HYMER GmbH Co KG have been specially developed and sup plied for your vehicle These products are available...

Page 215: ...r 9 Serial number Fig 226 Vehicle identification plate The vehicle identification plate with the serial number is attached to the right hand wall in the rear bottom area Do not remove the vehicle iden...

Page 216: ...ned from an authorised dealer or a service centre 12 17 Dealers Contact your authorised dealer or service centre whenever spare parts are needed for the vehicle You can find the addresses and telephon...

Page 217: ...on manual for the base vehicle Depending on the model the vehicle may only be equipped with a tyre repair kit as standard In the case of a puncture pull the vehicle over to the side of the road Make v...

Page 218: ...after approx 1 000 to 5000 km 600 miles to 3 000 miles While doing so proceed in the order shown in Fig 229 For lay ups or long periods of inactivity keep the tyres and tyre bearings free from pressur...

Page 219: ...Q Speed index Q 160 km h 13 4 Handling of tyres Drive over kerbs at an obtuse angle Otherwise the flanks of the tyres may get pinched Driving over a kerb at a sharp angle can damage the tyre and resul...

Page 220: ...e braking system may not work correctly All 4 wheels must be of the same model and size and be approved for the vehicle Wheel rims or tyres that are not approved for the vehicle can jeopardize road sa...

Page 221: ...ment point for vehicle jack front axle Fig 231 Attachment point for vehicle jack rear axle Position the vehicle jack at the designated attachment points Fig 230 1 and Fig 231 1 Using the wheel brace t...

Page 222: ...re pressure Check the tyre pressure on cold tyres Do not reduce the higher tyre pressure when the tyres are warm The payload and the durability of tyres is directly dependent on the tyre pressure Air...

Page 223: ...kg Tyre pres sure in bar 225 75 R 16 CP 118 R 225 75 R 16 C 121 120 R 1850 3 5 2100 4 8 2100 4 1 2430 5 5 235 60 R 17 C 117 115 R or 117 115 S 1850 3 6 2100 4 8 2100 4 2 2430 5 3 The specified tyre pr...

Page 224: ...13 Wheels and tyres 224 B MC 12 18 2 EHG 0016 01EN...

Page 225: ...hop 14 2 Air suspension Have defects on the air suspension immediately remedied by an au thorised specialist workshop 14 3 Skylight If the fan is not working check the fuse and replace it if necessary...

Page 226: ...tery is not charged during vehicle operation Fuse on terminal D of the alternator is defective Replace fuse Disconnector relay in the transformer rectifier is defective Contact customer service 12 V i...

Page 227: ...No voltage at a con nected appliance Self resetting Polyswitch fuse has tripped Check plug connectors and cables Switch off 12 V power supply for approx 2 minutes then switch it back on Self resetting...

Page 228: ...ets without voltage for special equipment AC converter The AC converter has switched itself off due to a fault Observe the LEDs on the AC converter The circuit breaker in the additional fuse box has t...

Page 229: ...ed Open the gas isolator tap Regulator tap on the gas bottle is closed Open regulator tap on the gas bottle External temperature is too low 42 C for pro pane gas 0 C for butane gas Wait for higher ext...

Page 230: ...it charged or replaced Fault with error code is displayed See table Fault search in struction See table Fault search in struction Boiler empties safety drainage valve has opened Internal temperature...

Page 231: ...d press reset button 112 202 121 211 Lack of gas Open regulator tap and gas isolator tap Connect a full gas bottle 122 212 Combustion air inlet or exhaust gas outlet closed Check openings for dirt slu...

Page 232: ...conditioning unit Fault Cause Remedy Air conditioning unit does not cool No 230 V power supply Connect 230 V power supply Fuse is defective Check fuse and replace if necessary Temperature below 16 C T...

Page 233: ...ion grills periodically Refrigerator does not refri gerate in gas operation Lack of gas Connect a full gas bottle Open regulator tap and gas isolator tap Air in the gas pipe Switch appliance off and s...

Page 234: ...soiled Clean water waste water tank Measuring probe is defec tive Replace measuring probe Waste water tank cannot be emptied Drain cock is clogged Open the cleaning cap on the waste water tank and dr...

Page 235: ...anically and chemically then disinfect and rinse copiously with drinking water If not successful Contact a specialist work shop Microbiological deposits in the water system Clean water system me chani...

Page 236: ...ed Lubricate storage com partment hinges with acid free and resin free grease Front bonnet swivel sys tem is difficult to operate Front bonnet swivel sys tem is not sufficiently lu bricated Lubricate...

Page 237: ...ents COC Certificate Of Conformity that the buyer receives at the delivery of the vehicle Do not exceed the maximum permissible gross weight Weight details for special equipment available from the man...

Page 238: ...EHG 0016 01EN Item designation Surplus weight kg Additional heater driver s cabin 4 5 Additional seat with 3 point belt 30 Additional seat attachable seat 38 Second living area battery AGM 30 Second...

Page 239: ...anufacturing tolerances 5 are possible and admissable 16 2 Dimensions and permissible number of persons BMC Wheel base in cm Length in cm Width in cm Height in cm Permissible num ber of persons Regula...

Page 240: ...16 Technical data 240 B MC 12 18 2 EHG 0016 01EN...

Page 241: ...rear axle The rear axle must be re lubricated by an authorised specialist company service partner Carry out the lubrication while the rear axle is not loaded Only use one of the following lubricants f...

Page 242: ...17 Instructions for the service partner 242 B MC 12 18 2 EHG 0016 01EN...

Page 243: ...t nozzles adjustment 142 Air suspension 214 Troubleshooting 225 Vehicle lowering 39 Vehicle raising 39 Alloy wheel rims 221 Appliances 141 Manuals 14 Armrest adjustment 44 Automatic power selection AE...

Page 244: ...Waste water tank 197 Water pipes 196 Water system 195 Water tank 195 Windows 188 Windscreen washer system 190 Windscreen wipers 190 Winter lay up 200 Carpet cleaning 192 Central locking system 63 Lock...

Page 245: ...lly adjustable external mirrors 48 Energy balance living area battery 117 Engine compartment care 189 Entrance step 31 55 Care 191 Extension 32 Retraction 32 Warning tone 32 Environmental tips 10 Exte...

Page 246: ...e regulator screw connections 101 Gas regulator 34 Gas system Defect 17 99 229 DuoControl 104 Gas bottles changing 104 General instructions 16 No gas 229 Operation 104 Switching automatics 104 Trouble...

Page 247: ...els 88 Lay up During winter 200 Temporary 198 Temporary toilet 184 Leakage water inside the vehicle 234 Leather covers cleaning 194 Lift off table 81 Conversion to bed foundation 82 Table height adjus...

Page 248: ...tening 92 PVC floor covering cleaning 192 Q Queen size bed 93 R Radio power supply selector switch 111 Ramps 55 Reading lamp switching on off 88 Rear area lighting 55 Rear axle load 30 Rear axle lubri...

Page 249: ...ing group 97 Smart Battery System 119 Snow chains 34 Sockets 12 V 110 USB 110 Solar cells 118 Spare parts 214 Spare wheel 222 Spare wheel support 222 Special equipment Certification 9 Description 9 Sa...

Page 250: ...Skylight 225 Starter battery 226 Thetford toilet 234 Water supply 234 Truma appliances remote control network Bluetooth 160 Mobile communication network 160 TV unit 84 Twilight switching on off 88 Tyr...

Page 251: ...ith 176 Weight details for special equipment 237 Wheel chock 55 Wheel rim size 220 Wheel rim type 217 Window winder 47 Windows 69 Insect screen 73 Roman shade 73 Windows cleaning 188 Windscreen blade...

Page 252: ...Index 252 B MC 12 18 2 EHG 0016 01EN...

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