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Table 2 Coupling Heads

Fault

Cause

Remedy

Coupling does
not engage onto
ball

Ball diameter too large.
Ball could be damaged or
deformed.
Coupling head dirty or
defective.

Change ball to correct size.
Fit new ball.
Clean & Lubricate coupling and replace if
necessary.

Difficulty in
Uncoupling

Ball damaged or deformed.
Coupling damaged or
deformed.
Coupling head under pressure
from damper.

Fit new ball.
Replace if necessary.
Pull forward a few inches to relieve
pressure

Too much play in
the coupling

Coupling damaged or
deformed
Ball too small

Replace if necessary.
Fit new ball.

Table 3 Overrun Devices

Fault

Cause

Remedy

Poor Braking

Overrun shaft tight.
Overrun shaft corroded.
Body housing damaged.

Lubricate overrun shaft and replace any
damaged parts.

Brakes
Overheating
During Towing

Handbrake not fully released.
Braking system incorrectly set.
Incorrect attachment of
breakaway cable.

Release handbrake.
Reset brakes as page 173-176.
Ensure correct attachment as listed on page
29 or refer to Braked Trailers
Use of Breakaway Cables sheet.

Handbrake
Force Low

Defective gas strut.
Incorrect setting of spring
cylinder.

Replace gas strut.
Reset spring cylinder as page 173-176.

Brakes
Apply During
Deceleration or
Downhill Travel.

Overrun damper is defective.

Replace the overrun damper.

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Summary of Contents for Basecamp 2018

Page 1: ...Swift Group Owner s Handbook Basecamp Issued July 2017 CREATING SMILES FOR LIFE ...

Page 2: ...Luxury you deserve W H E R E V E R YO U A R E Luxury mattresses beds for your home Duvalay luxury sleeping bags portable toppers ...

Page 3: ...th the Truma Aventa Air Conditioner Your vehicles heating system and the Truma Aventa work perfectly together to keep you cosy in the winter and cool in the summer Set your preferred temperature just once and let the ACC system keep you in ultimate comfort www trumauk com Upgrade to even more comfort on the move ...

Page 4: ...n the vehicles paintwork leaving a smooth ﬁnish that cannot be penetrated Your second application bonds with the ﬁrst to create a hard protective skin It leaves a high lustre ﬁnish that rain and dirt cannot penetrate Jewelultra Ltd Diamondbrite House Ewell Lane West Farleigh MAIDSTONE ME15 ONG From the Makers of Diamondbrite Diamondbrite Leisure The ultimate Paint and Upholstery Protection for you...

Page 5: ...ered please consult your appointed dealer We would suggest you make a note of your dealers name and contact information below Dealer Name Telephone Number E mail Serial Number Throughout the season specifications and equipment details contained within this handbook may change Please refer to our online handbooks www swiftgroup co uk for the most up to date version of your handbook Customers should...

Page 6: ...ches events and Swift Group news it s also the first place customers can go to as a quick reference to frequently asked questions or to actively take part in the forums providing valuable feedback on Swift Group products and customer service The online community can even be used to create your own groups perfect for Owners Clubs dealers and exhibitors to attract new members publicise and build awa...

Page 7: ...3 CONTENTS Warranty 5 Towing code 8 Safety security 32 Services 38 Electrics 58 Fitted equipment 90 Maintenance 112 Useful information 148 Index 155 CO N T E NT S ...

Page 8: ...WA RRA NT Y INFORMAT ION 5 WARRANTY INFORMATION Supplier contacts 6 To view the warranty details for your vehicle please follow the link Back to main menu ...

Page 9: ...td Huxley Close Park Farm South Wellingborough Northants NN8 6AB Phone 01933 677765 Fax 01933 674975 Email info alde co uk Dometic UK Ltd Dometic House The Brewery Blandford St Mary Dorset DT11 9LS Phone 0844 626 0133 Email technical dometic co uk Whale 2 Enterprise Road Bangor Co Down Northern Ireland BT19 7TA Phone 0845 217 2933 Email info whalepumps com https sargentltd co uk http www al ko co ...

Page 10: ...g for the road 14 Tyre Maintenance 17 The Tyre Law 18 Hitching up for AK160 18 Pre tow check list 20 13 Pin Socket 21 Towcar electrics 22 Breakaway Cables 23 Mirrors 25 Moving off 25 Reversing 25 Speed limits 25 Caravan handling 26 Motorway driving 26 Spare wheel 26 Changing a wheel 27 Wheel Bolt tightening 27 Jacking points 27 Stopping on a hill 28 Arrival on site 28 Exterior Door 29 Back to main...

Page 11: ...nders Maximum User Payload The maximum allowable weight to be put into the caravan whilst it is being towed This is made up of the personal effects and the optional equipment payloads The user payload is the difference between the Maximum Technically Permissible Laden Mass and the Mass in Running Order The Mass in Running Order Personal Effects Optional Equipment Maximum Technical Permissible Mass...

Page 12: ...ng i New weight plate giving upgrade weight details ii New NCC certificate declaring the upgraded MTPLM iii Manufacturers letter confirming the upgrade for that Vehicle Identification Number Note Tyre pressures may increase when upgrading the MTPLM Nose weight The vertical weight transferred to the towing vehicle through the coupling head Notes i When measuring the noseweight it is important that ...

Page 13: ...ce levels Maximum Permissible Towing Mass The weight defined by the vehicle manufacturer as being the maximum that the vehicle is designed to tow at Train Weight Combination Weight The maximum combined weight of the towing vehicle and trailer combination as specified by the towing vehicle manufacturer Measurement of nose weight Nose weight may be measured using a propriety brand of nose weight ind...

Page 14: ...list Awnings Can consist of just a simple top sheet but may extend to a five sided frame tent attached to the side of the caravan Fire blanket approved to BS 6575 is ideal for dealing with fat pan fires Fire extinguisher It is strongly recommended that a fire extinguisher is carried in the caravan For suitable types see Safety and Security Gas bottles Bottled L P gas is the most convenient portabl...

Page 15: ...purchased to provide back up power for lights and other electrical appliances See Battery The securing arrangements for the battery compartment require a leisure battery complying with EN 60095 2 in particular those with ledges for fastening to the lower edge of the long sides The maximum battery size that can be fitted is 225mm high including terminals x 175mm deep x 353mm wide The depth and widt...

Page 16: ...ellington boots Domestic Adhesive tape Air freshener Aluminium foil Ashtrays Bedding Bin liners Binoculars Bottle opener Breadboard Brush and dustpan Butter dish Camera Carving knife Chairs Clock Clothes brush Clothes line Coat hangers Coolbox Colander Crockery Cruet Corkscrew Cutlery Dish cloth and brush Dusters and polish Disposable cloths Egg cups Floor cloth Fly spray Food Food mixer Frying pa...

Page 17: ...y closed and latched Never tow with windows on night setting Leave all curtains and blinds open to aid rear visibility gas cylinders are correctly positioned secured and turned off unless using en route heating battery is secure and mains connecting cable is disconnected and stowed Ensure control panel settings are correct for 12v fridge operation See control panel instructions for detail Exterior...

Page 18: ...xcessive the steering and stability will be affected Fig B The greater the towing vehicle s tail overhang the distance between the rear axle and the tow ball the greater the effect the nose weight will have on the towing vehicle s rear suspension Fig B Illustration of excessive deflection of vehicle s rear suspension After trying out the caravan it may be found that a stiffening of the rear suspen...

Page 19: ...manufacturer who will advise Touring caravans based on standard AL KO chassis can be towed by four wheel drive off road leisure vehicles providing the unit is used to tow in a like manner to a conventional road going car and driven in the same considered manner Towbar manufacturers should be consulted before towing an uncompensated twin axle caravan Snaking This is a term used to denote an unstabl...

Page 20: ...tes higher tyre operating temperatures and difficult vehicle handling characteristics Running an under inflated tyre may cause premature tyre failure Both over and under inflation adversely affect tyre life Tread Keep tyre treads clean of stones and other foreign bodies and check regularly for damage to the tread and sidewalls It is vitally important that any damage is checked out by a tyre expert...

Page 21: ...olts supplied with your caravan should be tightened to a torque of 88Nm 65lb ft on steel wheels or 130Nm 96lb ft on alloy wheels and should be checked with the use of a torque wrench regularly Only use a spare wheel and tyre of the type and size provided with you caravan Note Please remember to check the wheel bolt torque setting regularly Wheel rims Two sizes of wheel rims are used 5 5J x 14 and ...

Page 22: ...key wheel winding handle lower the hitch head carefully onto the towball The pressure of the towball within the hitch head will release the locking tongue with an audible click and the coupling handle should drop down For safety check that the coupling handle is fully down by pushing the handle down manually When the hitch head is correctly coupled to the tow ball the green collar of the locking d...

Page 23: ... Switch off gas supply and change fridge to 12V operation Lock the caravan exterior door Check all car and caravan roadlights are working Check round the caravan for anything left behind Fit extending mirrors Release caravan handbrake adjust all mirrors from driving seat and proceed All road lights must be in working order Lenses and reflectors must be in good condition Bulbs must be of correct wa...

Page 24: ...TO W ING CODE 21 13 PIN SOCKET 13 Pin socket Please be aware that some car manufacturers and towbar manufacturers do not wire up all 13 pins as standard unless requested Back to section menu ...

Page 25: ...due to the use of LED lights while others may flash or pulse the lights during use Recognising this The Swift Group have developed an additional towing fusebox which when connected to the existing towing fusebox and is used to assist the towcar in recognising the VLM System Depending on the type of car and system used the fusebox maybe model specific The secondary fusebox is chargeable and availab...

Page 26: ...re forbidden to ride in a caravan Breakaway cables UK law requires that all caravans are fitted with a safety device to provide protection in the unlikely event of separation of the main coupling while in motion A device referred to as a breakaway cable fulfils this requirement and when fitted as on your caravan is mandatory Purpose To apply the caravans brakes if it becomes separated from its tow...

Page 27: ...detachable towbars guidance must be sought from the towbar manufacture supplier on the correct method for attaching the breakaway cable When the breakaway cable is attached it must not snag in use on the trailer coupling head jockey heel or any accessories e g a stabliser bumper shield cycle carrier etc There should also be sufficient slack in the cable to allow the towing vehicle and trailer to a...

Page 28: ...ht of the caravan Reduce wear and tear on clutch and transmission by taking extra care Change gears smoothly Try not to jerk the clutch Reversing When the towing vehicle is reversing the overrun device shaft is pushing in applying the brakes via the overrun lever brake rod system bowden cables and the expander mechanism Fig A Reversing The backwards rotation of the brake drum causes the secondary ...

Page 29: ...aravan chassis whilst traversing ramps or other obstacles Motorway driving Important points 1 Caravans may not be towed in the out side lane of a three or four lane motorway Reg 12 2 of the Motorway Traffic England and Wales Regulations 1982 2 Reduce Speed a In high or cross winds b Downhill c In poor visibility 3 High sided vehicles cause air buffeting so extra care must be taken when passing or ...

Page 30: ...moved and replaced the torque of the wheel nuts should be re checked after approximately 50 miles Wheel bolt tightening When refitting a wheel it is ESSENTIAL that the wheel bolts are tightened to the recommended torque figure and in the correct sequence Note Only use a suitable wheel brace to loosen and tighten the wheel bolts Do not use the corner steady brace for this application The sequences ...

Page 31: ...y reason ably level and preferably with a hard base If you have no alternative but to pitch on a slope ensure that for when you leave you are facing down the slope Ensure sufficient space is left at the rear of the caravan 4m for the awning It is good practice to chock the wheels of the caravan when parked on a slope even though the caravan brakes are applied 2 Levelling the caravan Levelling must...

Page 32: ...dbrake ensure the hitch is fully extended and not compressed behind the tow vehicle otherwise the hitch will not release from the tow ball Apply the caravan handbrake Lower the jockey wheel to the ground Disconnect the breakaway cable and road lighting plugs AK160 Lift the coupling handle to release the locking tongue fig A page 24 whilst simultaneously winding down the jockey wheel to lift the ca...

Page 33: ...SI 601 Smoke Alarm Operation 32 Fire extinguisher 32 Escape paths 32 Children 32 CO Alarm Fireangel CO 9X Carbo Monoxide Alarm operation 32 Ventilation 33 Security 33 Swift Command tracker 34 AL KO Secure immobiliser 35 Mobile Alarm System 36 Back to main menu ...

Page 34: ...s When using a dry powder extinguisher it is suggested that the caravan be evacuated until the powder has settled to avoid inhalation A fat pan fire should not have a fire extinguisher aimed at it It should be smothered with a fire blanket WARNING Provide one dry powder fire extinguisher of an approved type or complying with EN 3 7 or ISO7165 of at least 1kg capacity by the main exterior door and ...

Page 35: ...uirements there should be no modifications made which may result in reduced ventilation levels WARNING Do not obstruct ventilation Petrol Diesel Fumes The fitting of a tail pipe extension to your car exhaust will reduce the possibility of fumes entering your caravan through the ventilation points Security Caravan theft The theft of a caravan can occur in the most unlikely circumstances from a moto...

Page 36: ...utton to arm the tracker Enter your code followed by the OFF button to disarm the tracker Event of a Theft If the vehicle is moved whilst the tracker is armed the geo fence monitoring will trigger a theft event In addition to the above in a caravan with the Stinger 310 350 Alarm System fitted if the alarm is triggered by internal movement or caravan tilting the alarm monitoring will also trigger a...

Page 37: ... is fitted to the nearside brake assembly you will have a part kit as specified below Part A Box containing security components consisting of 1off High security locking bolt 1off High security locking bar socket key 1off Barrel lock 2off Barrel lock keys Instruction manuals in CD and paper format Security registration card and reference number Part B Wheel specific insert assembly consisting of Re...

Page 38: ...he often difficult process of changing a wheel on caravans It is suitable for fitment to the AL KO chassis located in the pre drilled holes in the longitudinal members Note The fitment of some aftermarket motor movers may inhibit the use of the AL KO jacking system Mobile alarm system Depending on specification your caravan may be fitted with a Sargent AS310 Stinger Alarm System Please read the in...

Page 39: ...schematic drawing 46 Gas 47 Types of gas 48 Gas safety advice 48 Awning space ventilation 49 Changing a gas cylinder 49 Gas Fault Finding 51 Electrical system 52 Overseas connection 52 13 Pin tow vehicle connections 53 230V mains electrical equipment power consumption 54 Wiring of connecting cable and caravan mains inlet 55 Typical appliance consumption figures 56 Back to main menu ...

Page 40: ... until the pressure of water on the output of the pump reaches a pre set level For this pressure to be achieved the taps must be closed When the taps are opened water will leave the tap via the spout and the pressure in the pipes between the pump and the taps will reduce Because of this reduction in pressure the pressure switch on the pump will switch back on and the pump will again run to pump mo...

Page 41: ... the external shower point model specific When using a mains water connection the pump will still need to be switched on to supply water to the water heater taps and shower If a mains water connection is used please ensure this is a Whale Watermaster mains water hook up which has a built in pressure reducing valve To drain winterise the system please see separate details later in this handbook Wha...

Page 42: ...is required WARNING This filter cartridge should not be used in water supplies of an unknown bacteriological quality This is not a bacterial filter Plumbing Connections In most cases speed fittings are used which allow easy and quick connection of water pipes To connect a pipe to a fitting simply push the pipe into the connector To remove the pipe push the collar of the fitting inwards and then wi...

Page 43: ...sebox Ensure the inlet side of the pump including Truma inlet and in line filter are watertight and not allowing air into the system Ensure the pump has good voltage Check using a multi meter that the voltage at the pump is between 10v 14 5v Pump continues to run for more than 5 seconds after taps are closed or pump turns on for no reason Check for leaks on the high pressure side of the pump Ensur...

Page 44: ...aning portable water tanks and the water system in touring caravans The water systems and in particular water tanks in caravans are susceptible to contamination by bacteria if care is not taken with their use and cleaning The symptoms caused by bacterial contamination are not purely limited to gastro intestinal diseases but may also manifest themselves as ear nose throat eye or skin infections It ...

Page 45: ...h a disinfectant sterilant solution check that the solution at full strength appears at all taps showers Allow to stand for the recommended period of time 4 Drain the system completely 5 Thoroughly clean the outside of all taps connectors with a cloth soaked in the disinfectant sterilant 6 Flush the system through with clean drinking water until no traces of disinfectant sterilant can be detected ...

Page 46: ... have failed Contacts may be faulty Wiring connections may be faulty Refer to pump tap manufacturers instructions Check wiring connection and then replace with fuse of correct rating Check connections Refer to pump manufacturers servicing instructions Refer to pump manufacturers servicing instructions Check contacts in plug and socket are clean and making contact Check wiring connections Water flo...

Page 47: ...cing Partially blocked pump filter or in line filter if fitted Pump outlet pipe kinked restricting flow Water leak Check battery state of charge refer to electrical supply note Disconnect and check that they have at least 1 4 6 3mm bore Refer to pump servicing instructions Dismantle and clean if necessary Check and re route if necessary Check all water connections Reduced flow from either tap Pipe...

Page 48: ...S E RVICE S 46 GAS SCHEMATIC Gas schematic Back to section menu ...

Page 49: ...ull nose connection to obtain a gas tight joint therefore it is essential that the mating surfaces are clean and undamaged In no case should a damaged valve or connection be used Ensure that there is a constant rise in the flexible gas hose between the gas cylinder outlet and the regulator elbow WARNING Inspect flexible gas hose s regularly for deterioration and renew as necessary with the approve...

Page 50: ...or Scandinavian countries use the same connector Germany and Austria supply propane with a male connection Propane will work at temperatures as low as 40 C and is therefore suitable for all winter caravanning Butane Butane is supplied in the U K in green or blue cylinder All these have a male left hand thread EXCEPT for Camping Gaz which has a special female right hand thread and Calor 7kg and 15k...

Page 51: ... not be used as heaters WARNING A BBQ point inlet valve if fitted must only be used for the connection of portable LPG appliances WARNING Always read individual appliance instructions WARNING IF IN DOUBT ASK Changing a gas cylinder Please use the correct size spanner for the gas hose connectors as this will prevent damage to the screw fittings and ensure that the fitting is tightened sufficiently ...

Page 52: ...r caravan has been designed and manufactured to a grade 3 thermal insulation and heating level for specific climatic conditions and tested according to the procedure in EN1645 1 The classifications are as follows Grade 1 A caravan with an average thermal transmittance u that does not exceed 1 7w m2k Grade 2 A caravan with an average thermal transmittance u that does not exceed 1 7w m2k and which c...

Page 53: ... Refer to oven manufacturers instructions Heating appliance will not light No gas Over gassed Air in pipe Check level of gas in cylinder Check gas cylinder valve is on Check gas taps are on Check exhaust outlet is clear Turn off appliance wait 2 minutes and try again Purge system Refer to space heater or boiler manufacturers instructions Fridge does not light No gas Air in pipe Check level of gas ...

Page 54: ...in switch at the site supply point Care point It is good practice to test the RCD Residual Current Device in the PSU before switching on There is a test button on the RCD to test the lever put the lever in the up position on before testing Care point As with the RCD it is good practice to check the Miniature Circuit Breaker MCB in the PSU Switch all to the on position lever up If any do not stay u...

Page 55: ... allowed to fall over the circular surface of the plug top figs 6 7 To remove the plug it is important to rotate the outer body a full 90 degrees anti clockwise again until a click is heard or felt before withdrawing the plug from the socket This will ensure that the inner and outer parts of the plug are returned to a locked condition If the connector is not fully rotated anti clockwise prior to r...

Page 56: ...ailable output may be as low as 5 amps If your loading exceeds the site supply it may trip the site circuit breaker Please check the available mains supply with your site operator Similarly loadings on each circuit breaker within the caravan should be observed A label positioned close to the MCB s Miniature Circuit Breakers will identify which appliances within the caravan are fed from which MCB C...

Page 57: ...VE EARTH EARTH BROWN LIVE BLUE NEUTRAL EARTH YELLOW GREEN NEUTRAL NEUTRAL VIEW OF TERMINALS VIEW OF SOCKET TUBES VIEW OF PINS VIEW OF TERMINALS BLUE NEUTRAL EARTH GREEN YELLOW BROWN LIVE LIVE LIVE EARTH EARTH BROWN LIVE BLUE NEUTRAL EARTH YELLOW GREEN NEUTRAL NEUTRAL Wiring of connecting cable and caravan mains inlet The legal length of the mains inlet cable is 25 2 metres When in use it must be f...

Page 58: ...icable 0 4W 6 1W 0 05 0 5 amp Not applicable Pressure switched water pump Not applicable 48 W 4 0 amp Not applicable Note These are approximate figures for guidance only and are subject to changes in specification The figures show energy consumption when an item or appliance is operating i e a light is illuminated or a heating system is providing space heating or water heating Appliances which fea...

Page 59: ...n 60 Residual Current Device Miniature circuit breakers 63 Battery charger 64 Leisure Battery 64 12 Volt DC Fuses 66 System warnings 72 Remote access and control 79 Battery 82 Solar panel connection point 83 Generator usage 84 Habitation relay 85 Exterior 230v socket 85 Back to main menu ...

Page 60: ...ted user control panel used to turn circuits on and off and to display battery water tank and other system information This panel uses simple straightforward controls and reliable data communication to the PSU The PX300 Intelligent Battery charger 300W The C44 Road Light Fuse Box This small unit is located in the front bed box The unit houses fuses for the road lighting circuits and supplies from ...

Page 61: ...ns supply C Connect the Hook up Lead Firstly connect the supplied hook up lead orange cable with blue connectors to the Leisure Vehicle and then connect to the mains supply D Check Residual Current Device operation LLocate the RCD within the PSU and ensure the RCD is switched on lever in up position Press the Test button and confirm that the RCD turns off lever in down position Switch the RCD back...

Page 62: ... reach all menu items It is recommended to start in the down direction Menu Navigation Select Button Use the select button make a selection or to change a value or setting This button is also used to select the display or toggle the display information on many menu items Menu Navigation Down Button Use the menu up and down buttons to scroll through the various functions The menu operates on a cont...

Page 63: ...ting system will be temporarily turned off until the current falls below the set limit Use the select button to set the limit or to turn the feature off The AC Limit icon in the header indicated that a limit is set and will flash if the limiter is active For this feature to work correctly the Heating setting must be set to Timer so that the EC600 system can control the heating system Temperature H...

Page 64: ...time default time is 30 seconds adjustable between 5 and 120 seconds Setting the timer to 0 seconds will force the backlight to be permanently on The illumination of the blue LED s adjacent to the power pump awning light buttons can be configured in the same way as the backlight The screen will wake up if your hand is placed near the panel or if a button is pressed 2 6 Operation while driving The ...

Page 65: ...or Usage Caution should be used before connecting a generator to your caravan WARNING Never start or stop the generator while electrical loads are connected and switched on Start the engine let it stabilise and then connect the electrical load To stop the engine disconnect the electrical load and let engine stabilise before switching off Whilst some generators use electronic inverter technology ot...

Page 66: ...capacity of 75 to 120 Ah Ampere hours Depending on the prospective use of the caravan the correct type should be selected A B or C A normal car battery is NOT suitable This battery should always be connected when the system is in use The PSU is configured to work with standard lead acid leisure batteries and in most cases is also compatible with the latest range of Absorbed Glass Matt AGM batterie...

Page 67: ...on again This is to ensure the warning does not become a nuisance Battery Voltage cut off Action after cut off Notes Vehicle 10 9V Battery selection is changed from Vehicle battery to Leisure battery If the leisure battery is below 9V then a further warning will occur see below This cut off level is designed to protect the vehicle battery from over discharge The 10 9V level ensures there is suffic...

Page 68: ...se s located at the Leisure battery See also 3 4A SWIFT COMMAND POWER CONTROL SYSTEM Fuse Rating Fuse Colour Description 1 25 Amps White Charger 2 7 5 Amps Brown Permanent 12V Alarm Fridge Electronics Alde Heating 3 10 Amps Red 12V Sockets TV Amplifier Radio 4 10 Amps Red Extractor Fans Truma Heating Whale Space Heater 5 5 Amps Tan Appliances Hob Ignition Toilet Whale Water Heater 6 10 Amps Red Wa...

Page 69: ...fitted or an external container when no internal tank is fitted The system incorporates an automatic tank fill feature When turned on this will automatically fill the onboard water tank from the external container and will switch off automatically when full To enable tank fill select Tank fill on on the control panel To ensure the external pump is not damaged if the external tank runs dry the pump...

Page 70: ... back on automatically This feature is particularly useful when abroad on a low current supply A warning that the limit has been reached is displayed on the control panel Setting the value to OFF will disable this feature The Swift Command App can be used to adjust this feature 3 09 Lighting Dimming Operation The system contains up to two dimming channels for groups of lights which can be controll...

Page 71: ...l mode WH Energy Set the energy setting to OFF GAS EL1 EL2 MIX1 or MIX2 See the water heater user manual for a description of these settings AH Energy Set the energy setting to OFF FAN GAS EL1 EL2 or EL3 See the air heater user manual for a description of these settings Timer 1 Set the timer 1 event time This setting adjusts in 15 minute increments and uses the 24 hour clock Example 07 30 T1 Heati...

Page 72: ...he system is first turned on is OFF Setting Set the required cooling setting Available options are 1 minimum 2 3 middle 4 5 maximum The default setting when the system is first turned on is 1 Status Here you can view the cooling status If you have just changed the above cooling setting then you should allow at least 15 minutes for the setting to take effect and update the reported status The possi...

Page 73: ...nce when checking on the vehicle remotely during cold weather For vehicles fitted with Alde or Truma heating systems this sensor is not used to control the heating temperature as it is measured above the door by the Alde or Truma room sensor The readings on the heating system may vary relative to the storage area temperature below the bed For vehicles fitted with a Whale heating system the sensor ...

Page 74: ... discharge level of 11 5V or above This cut off only applies to power drawn from the battery by the leisure equipment that is controlled by the control panel power switch it will not protect the battery from discharge by permanently connected equipment Leisure battery voltage high With control panel power on or off and leisure battery is selected as active battery and the voltage level rises above...

Page 75: ... on screen and 30 second audible beep Additional descriptive information is available when using the Swift Command App Refrigerator Fridge Freezer When set to control the refrigerator the EC620 control panel will show related warnings Message on screen and 30 second audible beep Additional descriptive information is available when using the Swift Command App SYSTEM WARNINGS Back to section menu ...

Page 76: ...en the Live and Neutral supply has been reversed crossed over If the light illuminates there is a problem with the site supply or the cable connecting the supply to your vehicle The light is designed to work on UK electrical supplies where the neutral conductor is connected to earth at the sub station If you are using your vehicle outside the UK this light may illuminate when no fault exists In th...

Page 77: ...ated the control panel will display a warning A number of things can cause this but the most common is the solar panel it is worth checking the regulator is connected correctly and operating within the correct parameters Engine has been started all equipment has been disconnected to meet EMC requirements See 2 6 Control Panel locked erratic function Observe control panel handling instructions Cont...

Page 78: ... to illuminate when the Live and Neutral supply has been reversed crossed over If the light illuminates there is a problem with the site supply or the cable connecting the supply to your vehicle The light is designed to work on UK electrical supplies where the neutral conductor is connected to earth at the sub station If you are using your vehicle outside the UK this light may illuminate when no f...

Page 79: ...pment has been disconnected to meet EMC requirements See 2 6 Control Panel locked erratic function Observe control panel handling instructions Control panel software may have crashed Reboot control panel by turning off the PSU isolate switch Wait 30 seconds then turn the switch back on No 12 volt output from PSU No 230V supply Check all above Charger not switched on Turn charger switch on switch w...

Page 80: ...tooth Communications not working Bluetooth not paired Using System Settings menu select Bluetooth Pair option Bluetooth not active on Device Ensure that the handheld device has Bluetooth switched on and that the device supports the Bluetooth 4 standard BLE Ensure the handheld device is within 7M of the middle of the caravan motorhome switch see section 3 8 Ensure the setting matches your desired r...

Page 81: ...age Usage information The EC600 system contains Mobile SIM with 36 month contract which commences upon activation at the Dealership when your vehicle is linked to your account Below is a list of the countries covered by the SIM under a fair usage policy a complete list is available at request Austria Belgium Bulgaria Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark Estonia Finland France Germany Greece Hungary Icela...

Page 82: ...l INPUT 4 x Fresh water level 4 x Waste water level 1 x Engine running plus multiple vehicle connections sensor inputs for temperature humidity Fresh water negative sensed Waste water negative sensed Data IN OUT CANBUS Data communication and power to Control Panel via 6 way connector CI Bus Data communication to CI Bus enabled devices via RJ11 12 connector IP rating IP31 Operating temperature Ambi...

Page 83: ...1 EC602 EC651 EC620 EC630 PX300 I hereby declare that the equipment named above has been designed to comply with the relevant sections of the above referenced approvals The unit complies with all essential requirements of the Directives Signed Name Position Manufacturer I L Sargent Technical Director Sargent Electrical Services Ltd Unit 35 Tokenspire Business Park Woodmansey Beverley East Yorkshir...

Page 84: ...uld be a proprietary brand leisure battery with a minimum 75Ah capacity Batteries should be checked dimensionally before purchasing to ensure fitment within the battery compartment as brands vary in size WARNING When connecting the battery ensure that the correct polarity is observed black is negative and red brown is positive and that the terminals are securely fastened Under normal circumstances...

Page 85: ...ne after all power sources have been switched off in order to prevent a hazardous situations Factory fitted Solar Energy System Depending on specification your tourer may be fitted with a solar panel and regulator This solar panel and regulator may provide additional 12v power whenever sunlight is available to the panel and this will be directed to the leisure battery whether the control panel is ...

Page 86: ...ate of charge of the battery this LED will illuminate red for bulk charge 14 4V output or green for float charge 13 6V output It may take a few hours to several days to charge the battery depending on its state of charge When the battery is fully charged the regulator will turn off to prevent overcharging of the battery If the mains charger is turned on to charge the leisure battery this can also ...

Page 87: ... Vehicles with regard to Electromagnetic compatibility A habitation relay must be fitted by manufacturers safe guarding the consumer The purpose of the relay is to disable non homologated appliances components whilst the vehicle is in transit Unintentional electromagnetic energy can be created by non homologated devices within the habitation compartment which could cause a malfunction of the towin...

Page 88: ...icle Please take into account the total loading placed on the socket circuit and the site supply before switching equipment on The socket should be used to power a single appliance with an appropriate power consumption rating the socket is NOT suitable for use as a supply to power an adjacent caravan or motorhome WARNING All mains electric work must be carried out by a competent person as defined ...

Page 89: ...cation and is powered by the leisure battery and or charger The connecting lead between socket and device is not provided as the format of this lead is device specific The fitted USB socket is limited to an output of 2 0 amp for larger devices such as tablets use of the adjacent 12v socket with an appro priate adaptor may instead be required Please check the instructions supplied with your device ...

Page 90: ...cassette toilet 103 Caravans with external BBQ point 103 Caravans with external shower point 104 TV antenna 106 Bedding 106 Doorscreen 106 Exterior door key 107 Exterior door 107 Windows Roller blinds 107 Rooflights 107 Table storage 109 Shower use 109 Awning 109 Paint colour reference 110 TV brackets 110 Bonded roof 110 Step on hitch cover 110 Caravan motor mover 110 Back to main menu ...

Page 91: ...in it Please ensure the water system is primed water heater drain valve closed and water system filled with water and that the vehicle is level before operating the water heater Whale water heater drain valve Closed Open Electrical operation of Whale Water Heater Once the water system is primed the 230v isolation button on the Sargent Power Supply unit can be switched ON In addition in the base of...

Page 92: ... heater instructions the switched fused spur marked WATER HEATER must only be switched on if the water system has been primed and the water heater itself is full of water Troubleshooting The Space Heater is equipped with an electronic diagnostic system which will detect fault conditions ranging from poor gas or d c supply to internal Space Heater malfunctions In the unlikely event of a failure the...

Page 93: ...r the proper use of your refrigerator Observe in particular the safety instructions Observation of the instructions and handling recommendations is important for dealing with the refrigerator safely and for protecting you from injury and the refrigerator from damage You must understand what you have read before you carry out a task Keep these instructions in a safe place close to the refrigerator ...

Page 94: ...e will invalidate any warranty or liability claims This appliances must be installed in accordance with the local national and European regulations in force Particular attention shall be given to the requirements regarding ventilation Read the instructions before using the appliances Our policy is one of continuous development and improvement Specifications and illustrations may change subsequent ...

Page 95: ... ventilation may be needed by opening a window or increasing the extraction force of the hood Never extinguish a cooking fire with water Turn the burner off and cover the flame with the lid of a fire blanket The burners and pan supports are hot during and after use Allow all parts to cool before touching them as this can cause serious injury Unattended cooking on a hob with fat or oil can be dange...

Page 96: ...has not lit within 15 seconds turn control knob back to the 0 position and release it Wait at least 1 minute and repeat the steps above to turn on the appliance Turning Off Turn the control knob clockwise to the 0 position to turn off the burner Always make sure the control knob is in the 0 position when you have finished using the gas burner Safe cooking Do not allow cooking vessels to overlap th...

Page 97: ...or paper towel After cleaning wipe dry with a dry paper towel WARNING Do not use abrasive cleaners metal scouring pads or hard brushes They could damage the appliance WARNING If you clean the burner rings ensure that the holes are not clogged Note The control knobs can be removed for cleaning The knobs are easy to replace Gas leaks As soon as you smell gas Ensure that all burners are turned off Ex...

Page 98: ...annot solve a problem contact the authorised local Services Centre or Thetford Customer Service in your country Servicing All servicing must be carried out by an approved competent person Before any service work is started the appliance should have been left to cool and be disconnected from both gas and electrical supplies After each service the appliance must be checked for gas soundness and elec...

Page 99: ... designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components which can be recycled and reused When your product has reached the end of life dispose of the product according to the local rules Do not dispose of the product with the normal household waste The correct disposal of your old product will help prevent potential negative consequences to the environment an human health HOB TECHNIC...

Page 100: ...d by warranty 1 To submit a claim under this warranty the user must take the product to an authored Thetford Service Partner The claim will be assessed there 2 Components replaced during repair under warranty become the property of Thetford 3 This warranty does not prejudice current consumer protection laws 4 This warranty is not valid in the case of products that are used for commercial purposes ...

Page 101: ...lows removal or insertion whilst the pan is in use Always remove the handle when the pan is in use The grill MUST only be used with the door open The heat deflector below the fascia should be pulled out prior to lighting the grill Never adjust the heat deflector position without using hand protection ie oven gloves On first use of the grill it should be heated for about 20 minutes to eliminate any...

Page 102: ...mpart unpleasant smells to cooked food A non toxic smoke may occur during this procedure open any windows and turn on mechanical ventilators to help remove the smoke WARNING Ignition must be carried out with the door open The pans and trays supplied with this appliance are the maximum sizes recommended for use Larger pans and trays may restrict good circulation of heat increasing cooking times Alw...

Page 103: ...NOT Allow children near the cooker when in use Turn pan handles away from the front so that they cannot be caught accidentally DO NOT Allow fats or oils to build up in the oven trays or base DO NOT Use abrasive cleaners or powders that will scratch the surfaces of the appliance DO NOT Under any circumstances use the appliance as a space heater DO NOT Put heavy objects onto open grill or oven doors...

Page 104: ...e on board gas supply This tap is designed solely for gas supply from the vehicle to an exterior BBQ The valve is designed in accordance with BS EN 1949 2011 and cannot be operated unless the hose fitting is in place The gas tap has an integrated non return valve therefore gas cannot be supplied to the vehicle Operation Opening the sliding lid With appropriate connector fitted to hose on BBQ by a ...

Page 105: ... switches Turn off all gas appliances Open windows and doors for ventilation Do not smoke Shut off gas connection Immediately ensure that the system is thoroughly checked by a Qualified Gas Engineer This appliance is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or ...

Page 106: ...n the images below To remove shower push back the collar on the shower outlet fitting then pull the shower hose connection away from the socket WARNING This socket is for water out use only To avoid risk of damage to the water system do not use to supply water to the vehicle WARNING During periods of cold weather ensure vehicle is fully drained of water to avoid damage to socket and fittings EXTER...

Page 107: ...nna 2 When receiving vertically polarized signals rotate the winder anti clockwise to cant the antenna through 90 The red green indicator if present indicates vertical or horizontal orientation Note Direction assumes user is looking down on roof Note DO NOT over tighten or use undue force on the winder 3 Switch ON the Power Pack and the RED LED will illuminate 4 Check the gain control switch is se...

Page 108: ...r key in the door when unlocking the door The key may result in damage in the vehicle side if the door is released with the key still in the lock WARNING The door retainer is designed to hold the door in normal conditions In gusty or windy conditions we recommend the door is closed to prevent it releasing and slamming shut The door flynet operates independently of the door by sliding across the do...

Page 109: ... escape Never fully close a roller blind system when storing the vehicle or when not in use for longer periods Roof lights When opening the roof lights care must be taken to release the locking mechanism as the unit is raised Roof lights must be fully closed when towing Roof lights provide varying levels of fixed ventilation Therefore for optimal window life it is recommended Blinds starting at th...

Page 110: ...ble storage To avoid damage care must be taken when removing tables from their stored position Tables stored in the table storage compartment must be securely clipped into place whilst in transit WARNING When erecting the free standing table be careful to avoid trapping fingers Shower use Care should be taken as water may become hot temporarily when switched on until it mixes and regulates Small c...

Page 111: ...site at vango co uk Colour reference If you require touch up paint or a respray of your caravan the correct colour code for all white components is Fiat White 249 Please be aware that colours can fade over time and therefore if the vehicle is more than a few years old it is suggested a colour match be obtained TV Brackets when fitted In some models a bulkhead mounted bracket is supplied to mount a...

Page 112: ...n interior maintenance 116 Winterisation storage 118 AL KO chassis 121 AL KO ATC control system 122 Axle types 127 Stabilisers and coupling devices 131 Overrun device 133 Chassis trouble shooting 135 Chassis accessories 137 Basecamp technical specification 138 Bulb replacement chart 139 Bulb replacement instructions 139 Basecamp wiring diagrams 140 Back to main menu ...

Page 113: ...ow shows the cleaning products and methods best suited to different types of dirt Type of dirt Recommended cleaning products and method Syrup fruit juice jam spirits milk tea coffee wine soap and ink Water with a sponge Animal and vegetable fats sauces dry blood dry wine and spirits eggs Cold water with soap or household detergent with a sponge Smoke gelatine vegetable and vinyl based glues organi...

Page 114: ... with a high acid or very alkaline content should be avoided because they can stain the surface when using solvents the cloth used must be perfectly clean so as not to leave marks on the FENIX NTM surface Any streaks can still be removed by rinsing with hot water and drying avoid furniture polishes and wax based cleaners in general because they tend to form a sticky layer on the dense FENIX NTM su...

Page 115: ...ed For sealed areas a mild soap is the best way to clean without affecting the sealant Acid or alkaline based cleaners or solvents should not be used WARNING Under no circumstances use any abrasive cleaning agents or solvents on the exterior panels Care should be taken as the silicon in some polishes can attack the rubber used on the exterior for seals and gaskets WARNING Do not wash your caravan ...

Page 116: ...mosphere in areas such as in bathrooms during showering and in kitchen areas during cooking In the enclosed space of a caravan the moist air from the kitchen or bathroom areas will inevitably transfer to the rest of the vehicle which in turn condenses on cold surfaces leading to visible water droplets This issue is compounded by warm moist air being generated from normal breathing Condensation wil...

Page 117: ...e required Corrosion Your caravan has been designed and built using the corrosion resistant materials e g aluminium panels stainless steel fixings hot dip galvanised chassis and powder coated extrusions which if looked after will extend the life and aesthetics of the product in normal service In certain conditions for example if sited for extended periods in close proximity to sea and sand spray y...

Page 118: ...oulded sinks and drainers Kitchen Equipment All the thermoplastic parts in these areas have easy clean surfaces To ensure long life and to prevent damage you must not use any cleaning materials at all and ensure water temperatures do not exceed 70ºC putting cold water in first is suggested After every use it is essential that you rinse with clean water only and wipe with a soft damp cloth Failure ...

Page 119: ... leisure battery is connected and the 20A local fuse s is connected The isolator switch on PSU should be in the ON position however the control panel should be switched OFF Vehicles can be left in this condition for extended periods with the charger operating to maintain the battery However periodic maintenance and inspection is recommended this should include the battery condition If vehicle is b...

Page 120: ...necessary with acid free Vaseline Exterior Body Chassis Ensure that all windows skylights and access doors are closed and secured Ensure all fixed ventilation points high and low are clear from debris and obstructions It is advised that fixed ventilation points are checked and cleaned if necessary on a regular basis using a small brush and a domestic vacuum cleaner Ensure the vehicle is not parked...

Page 121: ...again to the centre hot and cold position and leave them open whilst the caravan is out of use Also remove the shower head and leave the head in an upright position If present connect the external shower handset and fully open to drain disconnect and store After a short while the majority of water will have left the plumbing system At this point however it is still important to ensure that the pum...

Page 122: ...ngth at points of maximum stress Large elongated holes are punched in the longitudinal chassis members to reduce weight to a minimum Each hole incorporates a return flange to maintain the required strength and provide rigidity in the extra deep sections The chassis frame is of a bolted construction which allows replacement of individual parts should the need arise The chassis is Hot Dipped Galvani...

Page 123: ...d a fault Do not continue a fault with ATC connected Remove 13 Pin plug and wait 5 seconds Reconnect the plug Green Red flashing Ready for journey ATC faulty and cannot be driven Remove push rod as shown on page 169 Consult AL KO see back page for details LED not working ATC has no power Check push rod position as shown on page 5 of the ALKO ATC manual before continuing journey Remove 13 Pin plug ...

Page 124: ... KO ATC is designed to fit only on AL KO Chassis and is not suitable for non AL KO Chassis AL KO ATC only functions on caravans with a rigid towbar The electrical connection between the towing vehicle and caravan must be in good working order ATC draws power from the towing vehicle towbar and requires connection to either Twin ATC stores operating errors in a log file which over time will become f...

Page 125: ...he removed locking nut onto brake rod thread to secure ball nut as shown above ATC is now deactivated The AL KO formula optimum safety The AL KO formula for optimum safety is a combination of industry leading technology that ensures the safest possible driving conditions for caravan owners The formula provides total confidence and control when towing a caravan Back to section menu ...

Page 126: ...le provided on page 168 details what to do in this case Prior to commencing any journey ensure that the caravan lighting is fully operational and check the vehicle is loaded appropriately the nose weight and tyre pressures are correct and confirm that the caravan is coupled to the vehicle with the breakaway cable correctly applied Always re check the ATC LED is green after any interval during a jo...

Page 127: ...lowing details from the axle plate Example of information ref Fig 1 Order CHA402248 Qty 1 of 2 Date 3 May 05 Type B850 10 Capacity 1000E Please consult your Swift Group Dealer to confirm if this is possible Loading Loads to be carried in the caravan should be placed directly over or as close as possible to the axles otherwise the handling will be impaired Maximum gross weight as advised by the car...

Page 128: ...es effect Maintenance and Cleaning Maintenance of Euro Plus Euro Compact and Euro Delta The above semi trailing axles come fitted with maintenance free wheel bearings greased and sealed for life and no adjustment is necessary Note The hub bearing is not protected against water ingress Check wheel brake linings for wear every 10 000 kilometers 6200 miles or every 12 months via the inspection hole F...

Page 129: ...ation plate Fig 6 Please establish these numbers before contacting AL KO or a Service Agent Fig 6 The AL KO rubber suspension axle has been designed and developed to suit all types of road conditions and is maintenance free Three rubber elements are contained within an hexagonal axle tube These provide suspension and have inherent damping characteristics Figs 7 8 9 show the deformation of the rubb...

Page 130: ...tment 11 Remove the slack in the brake rod by adjusting the long ball nut rear of the balance bar ensuring the overrun lever makes contact with the end of the towing shaft Note Over adjustment to the long ball nut Fig 12 Item 2 could induce movement of the inner brake cable reducing the effective clearance of the brake shoes If the overrun lever will not make contact it is possible the two lock nu...

Page 131: ...INT E NA N CE 130 Figure 10 Brake Linkage Figure 11 Adjusting the Starwheel Figure 12A Standard Brake Linkage Figure 12B Brake Linkage with ATC Fitted AL KO BREAKING SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS Back to section menu ...

Page 132: ... procedure is not carried out correctly the caravan trailer may become detached from the towing vehicle Maximum possible articulation of the coupling head must not exceed 25 vertically and 20 horizontally see Fig 13 If exceeded components will be overloaded and the operation of the assembly adversely affected Figure 13 Maximum Articulation of Coupling Head AK160 COUPLING Back to section menu ...

Page 133: ...ng head Fig 15 shows whether the wear limit of the towing vehicle s towball or the trailer coupling has been reached For this purpose hitch up the trailer to the towball and drive the unit for approx 500 m This will set the coupling head adjustment Following this check the wear indicator as follows If the green indicator is visible on the coupling with the coupling engaged Fig 15 the coupling head...

Page 134: ...rovided Fig 2 and connect it to attachment point provided on towing bracket Fig 1 Please refer to Braked Trailers Use of Breakaway Cables for further details Figure 1 Breakaway Cables Caution The breakaway cable operates the handbrake emergency brake in the event of the caravan becoming detached from the towing vehicle during towing For this emergency brake to work correctly it is absolutely essen...

Page 135: ...od or breakaway cable Remove wheel chocks if fitted and stow safely Caution Failure to comply with this could result in the brakes overheating Euro Handbrake Ensure the handbrake is fully applied to ensure that the wheel brakes will be automatically re applied should the vehicle start to roll backwards Caution If the handbrake is not fully applied as detailed above there is a danger that the carav...

Page 136: ... system not fully released Overrun lever stuck Damage or Corrosion to braking system Reset Brakes as page 173 176 Check Handbrake has been released the system is running freely Lubricate and free off Reverse Lever Check system as page 173 176 and repair or renew parts as necessary Handbrake Force Low Incorrect setting of the brakes Linings not bedded in Reset brakes as page 173 176 and lubricate a...

Page 137: ... if necessary Fit new ball Table 3 Overrun Devices Fault Cause Remedy Poor Braking Overrun shaft tight Overrun shaft corroded Body housing damaged Lubricate overrun shaft and replace any damaged parts Brakes Overheating During Towing Handbrake not fully released Braking system incorrectly set Incorrect attachment of breakaway cable Release handbrake Reset brakes as page 173 176 Ensure correct atta...

Page 138: ...k or 2 Tonne Jack system Note It is essential that the car and caravan are hitched together before commencing jacking All AL KO chassis from 1992 onwards have 2 holes punched in the chassis members each side rear of the axle to accept the brackets for the Jack s Corner Steadies may be used for stability ONLY when the caravan is in the jacked position The caravan should never be lifted by jacking u...

Page 139: ...ns in suspension ride heights loading conditions and tyre pressures Customers should verify the actual dimensions of their touring caravan before committing to anything that could be impacted by theses dimensions The masses are calculated in accordance to EU regulation 1230 2012 and NCC code of practice 304 The Mass in Running Order MRO comprises 1 The mass of the empty caravan as supplied by Swif...

Page 140: ...ting is 12v LED The light fittings contain no user serviceable parts In the unlikely event of an LED failure please contact your dealer to have the entire light fitting replaced The fitment of exterior LED light must be undertaken by your dealer to ensure all steps are undertaken to prevent water ingress BULB REPLACEMENT Back to section menu ...

Page 141: ...MA INT E NA N CE 140 WIRING DIAGRAM ROAD LIGHTING Back to section menu ...

Page 142: ...MA INT E NA NCE 141 WIRING DIAGRAM CONSUMER CIRCUITS Back to section menu ...

Page 143: ...MA INT E NA N CE 142 WIRING DIAGRAM CONSUMER CIRCUITS ROOF Back to section menu ...

Page 144: ...MA INT E NA NCE 143 WIRING DIAGRAM POWER CIRCUITS Back to section menu ...

Page 145: ...MA INT E NA N CE 144 WIRING DIAGRAM 230V CIRCUITS Back to section menu ...

Page 146: ...MA INT E NA NCE 145 WIRING DIAGRAM 13 PIN SOCKET Back to section menu ...

Page 147: ...MA INT E NA N CE 146 WIRING DIAGRAM CABLE COLOUR CHART Back to section menu ...

Page 148: ... ION 147 USEFUL INFORMATION Owners Club 148 Spares and after sales Supercare 148 Repair facilities 148 Caravan Clubs 149 Motoring Associations 149 Trade Association 149 Change of ownership 150 Index 154 Back to main menu ...

Page 149: ...ough our Swift Group Dealer Network from door catches through to spare wheels Please note all parts enquiries must be directed through your dealer as the Swift Group does not operate a direct retail service We endeavour to supply parts for vehicles up to 8 years old If the original part is no longer available your dealer should be able to source a suitable alternative Note Please remember to quote...

Page 150: ... Tel 024 7647 5448 www campingandcaravanningclub co uk Motoring Associations Automobile Association AA Fanum House Basingstoke Hants RG1 2EA Tel 08705 448866 www theaa co uk e mail customer services theaa com RAC Motoring Services 8 Surrey St Norwich Norfolk NR1 3NG Tel 01922 437 000 www rac co uk Green Flag National Breakdown Tel 0845 246 1557 www greenflag com RBS Insurance Churchill Cover West ...

Page 151: ...nd sending it to Customer Services Department Swift Group Limited Dunswell Road Cottingham East Yorkshire HU16 4JX Note Warranties are only transferable providing the terms and conditions of the warranty have been met by the previous owner s Please see warranty information at the beginning of this handbook for full details The Extended Body shell warranty is a non transferable warranty Back to sec...

Page 152: ...AT ION 151 CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP Details of caravan Model Chassis No New owner Name Address Email Telephone Mobile Date of purchase Previous owner Name Address Email Telephone Mobile Date of purchase Back to section menu ...

Page 153: ...ting fault finding 135 Axle types 127 B Basecamp technical information 138 Basecamp wiring diagrams 140 Bathroom shower 117 Battery 82 Battery Charger 64 Bedding 107 Bluetooth Pairing 71 Breakaway cables 23 Bulb Replacement Interior and Exterior lighting 139 C Camping and Caravanning Club 149 Caravan clubs 149 Caravan exterior 114 Caravan exterior care 114 Caravan handling 26 Caravan interior 116 ...

Page 154: ... faults 51 Gas Hoses 47 Gas safety advice 48 Gas schematic 46 Generator usage 84 Generator Usage 63 Glossary checklist 11 Green Flag National Breakdown 149 H Habitation relay 85 Heating Controls 69 Hitching Up 18 J Jacking points 27 L LED road lighting 22 Leisure Battery 64 Levelling the caravan 28 Lighting Dimming Operation 68 Loading 126 M Measurement of nose weight 10 Modifications 114 Motoring...

Page 155: ...ll 28 Suitable towing vehicles 16 Supplier contacts 6 Swift Command app 79 Swift Command Power Control System 58 Swift Command remote access control 79 Swift Command system warnings 72 Swift Command Tracker 34 Swift Shield fabric 117 Swift Shield Fabric 117 Swift Talk 2 T Table storage 109 Temperature Readings 71 The electrical system 52 Thetford hob 900 Series 93 Thetford MK3 Mini Grill 100 Thetf...

Page 156: ...Water pump pressure switch adjustment 42 Water system 38 Water system trouble shooting 41 Whale Space Heater 91 Whale water heater 90 Wheel bolt tightening 27 Windows 108 Winterisation 118 Wiring of connecting cable and caravan mains inlet 55 Wiring of connecting cables and caravan mains inlet 55 Back to section menu ...

Page 157: ...l Registration Identification Scheme that issues touring caravan registration documents equivalent to that of the V5 registration document issues by the DVLA for cars CRiS was established in 1992 by The National Caravan Council and provides a method of registering the keeper details of every tourer manufactured by NCC member companies to help prevent and detect caravan related crime Why register w...

Page 158: ...Wiltshire SN15 2BB or Tel 0203 282 1000 VIN Chip Caravan Identification The caravan s unique 17 character VIN will be incorporated into VIN Chip tamper evident labels the master VIN Chip label is situated on the front near side window to aid police checking another in the gas locker and a maximum of 10 placed on the inside of the windows with the exception of opaque windows Three electronic RFID c...

Page 159: ...UP Dunswell Road Cottingham East Yorkshire HU16 4JX Tel 01482875740 Fax 01482840082 Email enquiry swiftgroup co uk CREATING SMILES FOR LIFE FIND OUT MORE AT SWIFTGROUP CO UK Layouts Video Brochure Dealer Social ...

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