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User guide

Dear Customer,
While warmly welcoming you to the big Laika family, we congratulate you 

on the preference you have given to our brand. You have chosen elegance, 

prestige and quality. Laika vehicles are technologically advanced and extremely 

reliable products: a sure investment over the years.
This handbook, which you should read in your own interest and keep for future 

reference, is intended to give you all the information you may need for the best 

use of your new recreational vehicle and for correct maintenance. We strongly 

advise you to always have any maintenance or repair operations carried out by 

Laika dealers who can guarantee perfect service thanks to skilled personnel 

and continuing technical up-dating. In all events, please do not hesitate to call 

our Customer Service Dept. for any information you may need.
We would be very happy to receive your opinions and suggestions which, 

coming from the ‘field’, are highly precious to us in perfectioning our product 

and fully meeting every kind of requirement.
We take this opportunity to wish you and your family happy holidays with your 

Laika and...
Enjoy your trip!

LAIKA CARAVANS S.p.A. Customer Service Department

Summary of Contents for Kosmo 5.4

Page 1: ...ehicle and for correct maintenance We strongly advise you to always have any maintenance or repair operations carried out by Laika dealers who can guarantee perfect service thanks to skilled personnel...

Page 2: ...ip 645 636 205 270 The dimensions refer to the standard vehicle without any optional equipment mounted WARNING Never use a backward facing child restraint system on a seat protected by an active front...

Page 3: ...ol panel 24 6 4 Batteries 24 6 4 1 Engine battery 24 6 4 2 Auxiliary battery 24 6 5 Booster 26 6 6 Electric step 26 6 6 1 In case of malfunction 27 6 7 Other components 27 7 Electric system Ecovip 29...

Page 4: ...Upholstery 62 16 2 3 Exterior 62 16 2 4 Tanks 62 16 3 Flooring 63 16 4 Furniture 63 16 5 Headlights 63 16 6 Inactivity of the vehicle 64 16 6 1 In case of danger of frost 64 16 6 2 Before a long perio...

Page 5: ...recommend the utmost care in storing perishable food because the perfor mances of this appliance cannot be compared with those of a household refrigerator and they are also affected by the climatic co...

Page 6: ...aker operates correctly by pressing the test button and then reactivating it again 1 4 2 During disconnection Turn motorhome s circuit breaker on the OFF position and first disconnect the power supply...

Page 7: ...venly across the two axles front and rear Heavy loads behind the rear axle can lighten the front axle because of the lever effect This is especially true with a long rear overhang if a motorcycle is t...

Page 8: ...together with the diesel filler Other caps for water tank refilling may also be present on the exterior vehicle wall Use the utmost care to avoid confusing the two types of caps WARNING Close the mai...

Page 9: ...abin is always laid flat and does not interfere with the driver s pedals 1 12 Front passenger side airbag and child restraint systems Make sure the ladder is not damaged before using it to climb into...

Page 10: ...USER GUIDE 10 1 SAFETY...

Page 11: ...ol panel in order to check the level of the fresh water tank and of the different waste water tanks as well as the condition of the battery make sure that all doors are closed correctly direct the sid...

Page 12: ...rd Should any documentation be missing when the vehicle is handed over it will be possible to ask Laika s sales organisation for it make sure that the vehicle is perfectly horizontal to ensure optimum...

Page 13: ...one passenger at a time Once you have arrived to your destination unfasten the seatbelt and slowly accompany it until it is completely wound up in its holder Pay careful attention that it does not twi...

Page 14: ...ced on the seats of the motorhome U suitable for child restraint systems and for ISOFIX child restraint systems of universal category for the respective weight class If the seatbelt was used under gre...

Page 15: ...approval label is placed on the restraint system Follow the directions provided by the maker of the child restraint system in order to install it correctly Disconnect the Airbags of the passenger sid...

Page 16: ...USER GUIDE 16 3 SEATBELTS...

Page 17: ...te the alarm 4 DOORS Should the vehicle stay unwatched we advise you to always close it with a key Before any start please check that every single door has been closed properly THINGS TO DO a a b c Th...

Page 18: ...USER GUIDE 18 4 DOORS...

Page 19: ...and the top hung window support arms Treat rubber seals with talcum powder Check the locks at regular intervals THINGS TO DO Do not use alcohol or solvents for washing Do not stick self adhesive label...

Page 20: ...t particularly in winter In case of snow make sure that ventilation is efficient THINGS TO DO Do not drive with the roof lights open Do not obstruct air grilles Do not close the blinds while driving b...

Page 21: ...ons b situated in the handles and push the roof light cover upward 5 3 3 Polyplastic SkyView optional a Sliding mosquito net b Sliding blind c Internal handle in closing position d Internal handle in...

Page 22: ...USER GUIDE 22 5 WINDOWS AND ROOF LIGHTS...

Page 23: ...the chassis used for the caravan Inside outlet sockets may only be used with suitable appliances THINGS TO DO Do not insert any metal object or wire in the air vent slots of the control unit No appli...

Page 24: ...the vehicle s alter nator automatically recharges also the auxiliary battery NOTE When turning on the engine the vehicle s alter nator automatically recharges also the auxiliary battery Recharge can...

Page 25: ...inte nance works on the electric system In case the vehicle is not used for a long time always disconnect the auxiliary battery by means of the proper switch THINGS TO DO Do not overload the lines wit...

Page 26: ...danger of short circuit THINGS TO AVOID a a The booster operates only if the vehicle s control panel is switched on NOTE Refer to the manufacturer s manual for more information on the booster NOTE To...

Page 27: ...shops 1 Insert a screwdriver or other suitable tool inside of the hole b located under the step and push until the step unlocks 2 Manually push the step to its closure position 6 7 Other components Ma...

Page 28: ...alled next to the control panel required for the operation of the Truma heating system USB sockets There are USB sockets in the living quarters that can be used to charge devices such as smartphones T...

Page 29: ...chassis used for the caravan Inside outlet sockets may only be used with suitable appliances THINGS TO DO Do not insert any metal object or wire in the air vent slots of the power supply No appliance...

Page 30: ...f the vehicle alternator 7 4 Batteries 7 4 1 Engine battery The engine battery is located under the cab floor on the left side 7 4 2 Auxiliary battery The auxiliary battery with protection fuse is ins...

Page 31: ...inte nance works on the electric system In case the vehicle is not used for a long time always disconnect the auxiliary battery by means of the proper switch THINGS TO DO Do not overload the lines wit...

Page 32: ...ng times and the battery could be damaged If the power cable or the connection terminals to the battery are damaged they must be replaced with similar items available from the manufacturer or the tech...

Page 33: ...attery positive to select a maximum voltage of 15 3 V Profile C Connect the orange cable with the green cable to select the Li profile Lithium profile Inactivity of the vehicle In case of a long perio...

Page 34: ...a screwdriver or other suitable tool inside of the hole b located under the step and push until the step unlocks 2 Manually push the step to its closure position Do not overload the lines with additi...

Page 35: ...eat near the battery Truma system temperature sensor Sensor usually installed next to the control panel required for the operation of the Truma heating system USB sockets There are USB sockets in the...

Page 36: ...USER GUIDE 36 7 ELECTRIC SYSTEM ECOVIP...

Page 37: ...tor press the control knob a for 2 seconds To navigate in the menu Press the control knob a to activate the navigation menu Turn the control knob a to select the desired detail menu Press the control...

Page 38: ...le as much as possible Defrost when the ice thickness exceeds 3 mm Wash the inside with suitable cleaners when the appliance is no longer in use Treat the rubber door seals with talcum powder THINGS T...

Page 39: ...ing fastening by the specific wrench in order to ensure seal tightness 10 Slowly open the tap of the bottle taking care to detect any gas leakage strong smell of gas or pressure leak noise a b Some eq...

Page 40: ...mperatures lower than 0 C THINGS TO DO Clean after use with specific stainless steel cleaners After use carefully dry all stainless steel surfaces THINGS TO DO Do not obstruct the air grilles of the g...

Page 41: ...automatically NOTE In case of either automatic or manual emptying close the drain valve for later use NOTE Always remember that in absence of electric power supply the heating system does not work For...

Page 42: ...itch to position b and pushing the button c Check the integrity of the heating flue pipe at regular intervals When there is the risk of freezing check that the boiler empties automatically Read the pr...

Page 43: ...ng tap a the inspection cap b and the probes c To empty the fresh water tank to the level of 20 litres you need to rotate the tap a by three quaters of a turn If you rotate the tap a by two whole turn...

Page 44: ...Heating system open all system s drain taps d Constantly check the water level in the tanks on the control panel Drain the tanks without harming the environment Close the drain hole of the shower afte...

Page 45: ...emove the tank pull up the handle c Wash and disinfect the tank using special chemical products at regular intervals Use biodegradable toilet paper Lubricate the seals at least once a year Drain the t...

Page 46: ...covip 600 Ecovip 645 The Ecovip 600 and Ecovip 645 models have been provided with a system that allows them to have a separated shower cabin according to the following instructions Release the catch a...

Page 47: ...stop a Raise the table up to the locking point Pull out the supports b Turn over the top c To close the table To release the table support arm lift the table slightly and at the same time press part...

Page 48: ...a different positions are possible To turn the table surface a it s necessary to pull out the locking pin b under the table To lower the table support position for the bed Remove part c of the table...

Page 49: ...se the compartment with the plate b inserting it in the appropriate supports c If you are carrying bulky loads e g bicycles the bed can be lifted and secured with the d and f stop To unlock the stop d...

Page 50: ...the elevating roof WARNING The maximum permitted load on the bed in the elevating roof is 200 kg WARNING Do not use the bed in the elevating roof for luggage storage WARNING Before commencing the jour...

Page 51: ...of must be open for this Set up de humidifiers granulate Follow the manufacturer s instructions If the humidity in the interior is higher for an extended period mildew and mould can form The elevating...

Page 52: ...ating roof Storing the access ladder Unhook the brackets of the access ladder from the U bolts Release the rubber fasteners fig 2 3 Disassemble the access ladder Store both parts of the access ladder...

Page 53: ...down the Velcro strap fig 5 1 Closing the elevating roof Slowly pull down the elevating roof by the auxiliary strap fig 6 1 until the elevating roof remains in this position by itself When doing this...

Page 54: ...fig 8 1 together respectively The grey tongue fig 8 4 engages Safety net When using the bed the safety net must always be hooked 13 5 Other components 13 5 1 Snap in tilting piece Ecovip series To op...

Page 55: ...it at point a then pull the handle 13 5 3 Adjustable settee Ecovip series The position of the seat and the inclination of the backrest can be changed by pulling the handle b located under the settee t...

Page 56: ...sition setting seat all the way forward all the way back or in middle positions In some positions seat rotation can cause seat interference with cab components Always proceed with care when rotating m...

Page 57: ...into a bed proceed as follows Lower the table see paragraph 13 2 Open the support a and hook the additional top b to the settee at point c and to the table top at point d Apply the additional cushion...

Page 58: ...USER GUIDE 58 14 NIGHT CONVERSION OPTIONAL...

Page 59: ...ine Laika products and to have them installed at authorised service centres only Any alteration to the vehicle and its systems electric gas water etc not authorised in writing by Laika Caravans S p A...

Page 60: ...a bike rack or of declassing of the Heavy chassis the approved seating number may vary In this case always check with the dealer regarding any changes to approved seats The calculation of pay mass is...

Page 61: ...equirements regarding the use of winter equipment e g snow tyres chains The vehicle driver is responsible for ensuring that the vehicle complies with these regulations 16 1 2 Tyre pressure Correct tyr...

Page 62: ...re more delicate Do not use alcohol to clean the window panes or any other plastic parts 16 2 4 Tanks For a good maintenance it is recommended to clean the fresh water tank and the waste water tank be...

Page 63: ...cle This is due to atmospheric conditions and is completely normal No maintenance is required The surface of the floor is soft and sensitive to shocks heavy and or sharp objects falling on the floor m...

Page 64: ...the doors windows and roof lights 16 6 3 After a long period of inactivity After a long period of inactivity for safety reasons it is necessary to perform some checks on the condi tions of the vehicl...

Page 65: ...further information about Laika vehicles and for technical data of the models please visit the following website www laika it NOTE The failure to use genuine optional equipment or spare parts may cau...

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Page 68: ...s handbook was printed Pursuing an attentive policy of continuous product improvement Laika Caravans S p A reserves the right to change these data at any time without prior notice and declining any fo...

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