Swift Motorhomes 2013, Owner'S Service And Warranty Handbook

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FITTED EQUIPMENT
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FIAMMA SIDE AWNING
In low temperature, the fabric becomes less
pliable and there is a risk of cracks.
Please find here a list of some practical advice
for the best and long lasting use of your
awning:
1. Open and close the awning in normal
condition of dampness and temperature
(at night or in the morning) making sure
the fabric has no sharp objects on it and is
clean.
2. When closing the awning after a
long period in the sun, wrinkles may
appear and prevent the awning closing
completely. In this case the security of
the awning is not compromised, as the
security winch will prevent accidental
opening. If wrinkles appear re-open the
awning and leave in the sun for some
hours and the folds will disappear. Then of
course you need to re-close the awning in
normal conditions (see point 1).
3. Residual damp can cause spots on the
fabric. If the awning has to be closed when
the fabric is damp we suggest you re-open
it as soon as possible to dry.
4. We suggest you avoid using the awning
below freezing 0°C.
5. When closing the awning you should
support the front bar.
6. Most of the dirt seen on the fabric will
be superficial and can be cleaned with
water and a cloth. Stubborn marks can be
removed using a light detergent. Please do
not use aggressive chemical substances
and do not use high pressure cleaning
tools.
CYCLE RACKS
The Swift Group allows the fitment of a two
cycle rack to our motorhomes and we have
made provision for fixing blocks for this
purpose.
Due to the complex nature of a cycle rack,
the different models available and the need
to break into the habitation box (therefore,
having a potential of a leak), we suggest
this modification only be carried out by a
competent person, ideally, a Swift Group
dealer or Authorised Repairer.
Please be aware a cycle rack can not be fitted
onto a model where there is a rear escape
window. Contact your dealer for clarification if
your van has a rear window.
TWIN LENSE REVERSE
CAMERA SYSTEM
Depending on the specification of your
motorhome, a reverse camera system may
be installed. The system uses a pair of
cameras mounted at high level on the rear
of the motorhome, connected to an LCD
screen which forms part of the rear view
mirror, mounted on the windscreen. The two
cameras give alternate views from the rear of
the motorhome: A ‘close’ view, and a ‘long
distance’ view.
The reverse camera system is powered
whenever the vehicle engine is running.
With the vehicle in neutral, or in a forward gear,
it is possible to switch the screen ON (using
the power button on the mirror), and then
using the V1/V2 button on the mirror switch
between the two different views.
When reverse gear is selected (with the engine
running) the mirror will automatically switch on
(if not already on), and will display the ‘close’
image.
SOLAR PANEL USE
All Swift Group products have the specific
provision for the connection and use of a solar
panel, even when the solar panel has not been
factory fitted. Each Sargents PSU (fusebox)
has a dedicated solar panel connection which
allow the 12V feed from a panel to be connect
to the leisure batteries.
It should be noted that this connection is only
designed for the use of a solar panel and has a
maximum rating of 100W.