hymer ERIBA Touring 2012, Instruction Manual

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Touring - 04/11-1 - englisch (EN) - 2048869 - HYW-0102-09EN
1 Introduction
1.1 General
The vehicle is constructed in accordance with the latest technology and the
recognised safety regulations. Nevertheless, personal injury may result and
the vehicle may be damaged if the safety instructions in this instruction manual
are not followed.
Only use the vehicle in a technically impeccable condition. Follow the instruc-
tions in the instruction manual.
Malfunctions which impair the safety of persons or the vehicle should be
immediately remedied by qualified personnel. To avoid further damages,
observe the duty to avert, minimise or mitigate loss for the user during faults.
Have the vehicle's braking and gas systems inspected and repaired by an
authorised specialist workshop only.
Alterations to the body are only to be carried out with the authorisation of the
manufacturer.
Luggage and accessories may only be transported up to the maximum permis-
sible gross weight.
Observe the test and inspection periods stipulated by the manufacturer.
1.2 Environmental tips
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The vehicle comes without a wheelbrace and vehicle jack. We suggest you
obtain a commercially available wheelbrace before you first use your car-
avan, in case of an emergency. If no AL-KO vehicle jack (special equip-
ment for AL-KO chassis) is present, obtain a conventional commercial
scissor-type jack or an hydraulic vehicle jack, in order to have it ready in
the case of mishap or emergency. Our authorised dealers and service cen-
tres will be happy to advise you.
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Be considerate of the environment.
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Remember that: All kinds of waste water and household waste are not to
be disposed of in drains or in the open countryside.
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On board, collect waste water only in the waste water tank or – if
necessary – in other containers designed for that purpose.
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Only empty the waste water tank and sewage tank at disposal stations,
camping sites or caravan sites especially provided for this purpose. When
stopping in towns and communities, observe the instructions at caravan
sites or ask where there are disposal stations.
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Empty waste water tank as often as possible, even when it is not com-
pletely full (hygiene).
If possible, flush out waste water tank and, if necessary, drainage pipe with
fresh water every time it is emptied.
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Never allow the sewage tank to become too full. Empty the sewage tank
frequently, at the latest as soon as the filling level display lights up.
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Separate household waste according to glass, tin cans, plastic and wet
waste also when on a journey. Enquire at the town or community authority
about disposal points. Household waste is not to be disposed of in waste
paper baskets which are situated at car parks.
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Empty waste bins as often as possible into the containers provided for this
purpose. This helps to avoid unpleasant smells and an accumulation of
rubbish on board.