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Introduction Dear Camper, Congratulations on the purchase of your new HOBBY motor home. The trust you have placed in us is both an incentive and an obligation to continuously implement new ideas, technical innovations and fine touches to make our motor homes even better. Our fully fitted and highly sophisticated models enable us to offer you the perfect setting for the most enjo- yable days of the year.
Introduction 00-1 Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 4: Wheels, tyres General information ..........01-1 Wheels ..............04-1 Designations in the operating instructions ..... 01-2 Tyres ............... 04-1 Tyre pressure ............04-2 Chapter 2: Safety Tread depth ............04-3 General information ..........02-1 Wheel rims .............
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Introduction 00-2 6.12 Seats in the driver's cabin ........06-27 10.6 Fume Hood ............10-22 6.13 Construction of the seats ........06-29 10.7 Rooftop Air Conditioning ........10-23 6.14 Seatbelts in the caravan........06-30 Chapter 11: Accessories ..........11-1 6.15 Overview of the seating arrangements ....
For this reason, no • Please ensure that all of the deadlines for checking claims may be asserted against HOBBY based on the conten- equipment and inspections are met. ts of this user manual. Those accessories that are available at the time of going to print are described here.
Introduction 01-2 1.2 Designations in the operating instructions Handling instructions Handling instructions are also given in the form of key words beginning with the symbol “•“. This manual explains the motor home in the following manner: Notes Texts and illustrations Texts that refer to illustrations are found directly below the Notes point out important details that ensure your motor illustrations.
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Introduction 01-3 Optional Extras You have selected a mobile home that is equipped to taste. This user manual describes all of the models and equipment offered within the same programme. Therefore, it may include equipment that you have not selected. Differences and, thus, all of the optional extras are marked with an asterisk „...
02-1 Safety Chapter 2: Safety 2.2 Fire protection Precautions against fire 2.1 General information • Never leave children alone in the vehicle. • Keep inflammable materials away from all heating and coo- • Operating and user instructions for built-in equipment (re- king devices.
Safety 02-2 2.3 Equipment 2.3.1 Emergency equipment To be prepared in case of an emergency, you should always carry the three emergency devices on board and familiarize yourself with them. First-aid kit 100 m The first-aid kit should always be at hand and have a fixed position in your motor home.
02-3 Safety 2.4 Before driving 2.4.1 What to observe before taking your first drive Vehicle registration Every vehicle that drives on public roads must be registered. This also applies to your new engine home. Apply for registration at your local Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency. You must show the following when applying for registration: registration document, Part II / CoC...
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Road Traffic Licensing Regulations must be officially authorised! If you have any further questions or difficulties, your autho- rised Hobby dealer will always be available to assist you! • Tighten the nuts on the wheels after driving the first 50 km with your camper.
02-5 Safety 2.4.2 Before each drive Road safety • Before driving, check that the signalling and lighting systems (switch on battery circuit breaker), steering and brakes function correctly. • If the vehicle has been standing for a longer period of time (approx.
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Safety 02-6 Rear garage (model-specific) Battery When loading the rear garage adhere to the permissible axle • Fully charge the batteries before each journey. Please refer loads and the technically permissible total mass. Distribute pay- to the section on "Ancillary battery". load evenly.
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02-7 Safety • Secure the table and, if possible, lower it. • If necessary remove the 230 V electric cable from the exte- • Close doors (including refrigerator door), drawers and rior socket. flaps firmly. • If necessary, slide the TV antenna in as far as possible or •...
02-8 Safety • Only install children's car seats on seats that have been fitted by the manufacturer with three-point belts. • Turn the swivel seats in the direction of traffic and lock them into place. The seats may not be turned while driving. •...
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02-9 Safety Braking • Long descents with a slight gradient can become dangerous. Adjust your speed from the very beginning to allow you to The following applies for braking: speed up if necessary without endangering other automobiles. • Not the longer braking distance, especially on wet roads. •...
Safety 02-10 2.6 After driving Switching electric consumption: Selecting a parking space The following applies when switching electric consump- tion: The following applies for selecting a parking space: • Switch the refrigerator from 12 V to accelerator or 230 V. •...
In addition, the VIN is also given on the type plate of the base vehicle as well as on the Hobby type plate (in the motor compartment on the upper front cross member of the radiator).
Chassis 03-2 3.3 Loading Overloading can cause the tyres to break down or even burst! This increases the danger that you may lose control 3.3.1 General information of the vehicle. Therefore, you endanger yourself and other road users. Rules for loading: •...
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3.3.2 Definition of masses for mobile homes FIAT EU Directive 1230/2012 applies at a European level for cal- Siesta, Optima culating the masses and resultant additional loads for mobile a) Supply of liquefied petroleum gas homes. The terms and basis used for calculations are explained below.
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These optional extras will be shown in the actual mass of and kitchen fittings, food, camping equipment, toys, pets). the vehicle if − they are not part of the standard scope of equipment, The remaining additional load (5.) must always be greater than − Hobby or the manufacturer of the base vehicle were re- or equal to the minimum loading capacity (6.); this must be taken into account when determining the configuration of the vehicle. sponsible for assembling them, − the customer can order them.
03-5 Chassis 3.4 Levelling supports Retracting levelling supports • Use crank to release levelling supports. • Continue to crank smoothly until the levelling support is once The levelling supports are located in the rear area by the again in its initial horizontal position. frame extension. - Do not use the levelling supports as a car jack. Their sole Swinging out the levelling supports purpose is to stabilise the motor home when it is parked.
Chassis 03-6 3.5 Entrance step To open • Press the switch in the entrance area. The entrance step will be extended automatically. The motor homes are equipped with an electrically extenda- ble entrance step To close • Press the switch in the entrance area. Do not step on the entrance step until it has been comple- The entrance step will be retracted automatically.
Chassis 03-7 Due to stipulations by the manufacturer of the basic vehicle and the fixing of the so-called D value of the towing fixture no additional loading of the towing loads is possible. If the technically permissible maximum weight is in- creased, the trailer load is reduced to 1,800 and 1,900 kg, respectively. Again, in this case the trailer load cannot be increased. 3.6 Towing fixture The maximum towing weight, trailer load and drawbar load are set out in Chapter 14 "Technical Data".
03-8 3.7 Externally mounted fixtures 3.8 Automatic transmission Registering accessories in the vehicle's documents As an option, your motor home can be equipped with an au- • Have your HOBBY dealer mount your externally mounted tomatic transmission (Comfort-Matic) which has two methods fixtures. of operation: MANUAL/gearshift and AUTO(MATIC). Since • Take your motor home to a technical support organisation the clutch is engaged and released by means of an electro- or technical service provider (e.g.
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Chassis 03-9 These three positions are not fixed, i.e. after the lever has been Parking the vehicle moved it jumps back to the centre position. To ensure that the vehicle is safely parked, step on the brake pedal and then shift into either first gear or reverse (R). Further- Manual operation more, when parking on a slope, you must also pull the hand This method of operation allows the driver to select a suitable brake.
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Chassis 03-10 For further information, please refer to the operating in- structions for the base vehicle. Please familiarise yourself sufficiently with the operation of the automatic transmissi- on before you use your vehicle the first time.
• Never drive an overloaded vehicle. be checked regularly to ensure that they fit tightly. Tubeless tyres have been mounted on your HOBBY motor Tightening torque for wheel nuts and bolts: home. Under no circumstances may tubes be inserted in...
04-2 Wheels and tyres Snow chains Never drive faster than 50 km/h. Do not use snow chains on snow-free roads. Snow chains can only be mounted to tyres that are just as large as the tyres originally mounted on your vehicle. Snow chains may only be mounted on the front drive wheels;...
04-3 Wheels and tyres 4.5 Wheel rims If the pressure is too low, this may cause overheating of the tyre, possibly resulting in severe damage to the tyre. Only use the rims noted in the registration documents. Should you wish to use other rims, please note the following. For the correct inflation pressure, please refer to the table in the chapter on “Technical Data“...
Wheels and tyres 04-4 The fast tyre repair kit can be used when the outside tempera- ture ranges from -20°C to + 50°C. Please refer to the FIAT manual for instructions on how to use the fast tyre repair kit. There is an expiry date on the sealant.
04-5 Wheels and tyres 4.7 Changing a tyre • Remove the wheel mounting screws and lift off the tyre. • Place the spare tyre (not included in the scope of delivery) on the wheel hub and align it. The car jack (not included in the scope of delivery) may only be inserted in the appropriate mounting holes! If •...
05-1 Exterior Structure Chapter 5: Exterior Structure 5.1 Ventilation The following applies for ventilation: Ventilation is important if you want to feel comfortable in your motor home. No-draught ventilation has been integrated above the driving unit in your motor home. The roof lights ensure venti- lation.
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Exterior Structure 05-2 Heating We recommend that you remove the ventilation grate if the outside temperature is very high. This allows more air to The heating system is supplied with fresh air from outside permeate to the refrigerator, intensifying refrigeration. The This ventilation flap also permits exhaust air from the system ventilation grills must remain firmly mounted while driving to escape.
- driver‘s and passenger‘s doors - a code card. Note the manufacturer‘s operating instructions for the basic vehicle. Optima Siesta - two keys that fit the following locks on the structure: Entrance door external - entrance door,...
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Exterior Structure 05-4 Fig. 1 Entrance door internal Siesta Entrance door internal Optima Opening Opening • Push the bolt down (green section • Pull on the handle until the door opens. Closing Closing • Pull the handle of the door closed until it locks into place.
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Never close the plissé by pulling one guide rail all the way to the other end. Optima Siesta Insect screen (plissé) • Carefully open and close the insect screen plissé by gui- ding it along the guide rail.
Exterior Structure 05-6 Toilet flap Garage flap/ Stowage flap (model-specific) Opening Opening • Unlatch both locks with the key. The handles will be slightly • Use key to unlock flap projected. • Press both buttons ( ) and open flap. •...
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Exterior Structure 05-7 Gas-bottle Container Flap Locking devices for doors and flaps The entrance door as well as some of the external flaps can be The ventilation grill of the gas-bottle container flap must fastened using the locks on the outside wall of the mobile home. not be closed or covered.
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Exterior Structure 05-8 Exterior gas supply Exterior socket The external gas socket is used to provide equipment Opening that requires gas, such as a gas barbecue or gas lamp, with • Take hold of the bottom of the cover flap and pull it gas outside the mobile home.
05-9 Exterior Structure Fresh water filler neck Petrol filler neck Opening The black petrol cap is covered by a flap located on the left • Hold the flap by the latch and pull it up. side of the vehicle behind the driver's door in the lower sec- •...
Exterior Structure 05-10 5.3 Rear ladder To fold • Fold the ladder up. The rear ladder is used to ascend to the roof of the mobile • Turn the key 90° to the right. home, e.g. to load the roof rail. •...
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05-11 Exterior Structure The maximum total load for the roof rail is 80 kg! Be careful when standing on the roof. There is a great danger that you will slip if the roof is wet or icy. Do not tread on Do not Before driving, the read ladder must be folded up and this part of the...
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Exterior Structure 05-12 • Observe the maximum permissible axle loads when loading. • Add the measurements of the roof load to the height of the vehicle. • Place a note with the overall height in a visible position in the driver’s cabin to avoid having to calculate it when passing under bridges or through archways.
05-13 Exterior Structure 5.4 Bicycle carrier • Ensure that the existing lighting equipment is not completely or partially obscured by any loads. The motor home’s handling when driving is significantly different when the bicycle carrier is in use. The driving speed The maximum permissible loads for bicycle carriers are 60 kg.
Exterior Structure 05-14 • Always maintain the permissible load-carrying capacity of the carrier (75 kg) and never overload it. • If the rear carrier is fully loaded, and depending on how much the load juts out over it, the load on the rear axle will be increased while it will be decreased on the front axle.
05-15 Exterior Structure Extending • Insert the hook on the crank into the grommet on the win- ding mechanism. • Hold the crank with one hand on the upper twist grip and the other on the lower twist grip. During the operating procedure gently pull the crank towards you and hold it as vertically in the grommet as possible.
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Exterior Structure 05-16 If the canvas is slack when extended, retract the awning until the canvas is tightly stretched again. Please refer also to the manufacturer's separate operating instructions.
06-1 Interior Structure Chapter 6: Interior Structure 6.1 Opening and closing doors and flaps Siesta Optima Stowage and kitchen wall cabinets Opening • Press the pushbutton (Siesta: from the top) to unlock the flap. • Pull on the handle until the flap opens.
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Interior Structure 06-2 Furniture doors with handle Bath room door • Push the handle to open and shut the door.
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Interior Structure 06-3 Simple furniture doors Furniture doors with turning knob Opening Wardrobes • Pull on the handle and swing the door open. • Turn the knob to open or shut the door. Closing • Use the handle to press the flap shut until you can feel it lock into place.
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Interior Structure 06-4 Doors with push locks Sliding doors Shoe compartment, kitchen drawers Opening • Grasp the handle/frame of the sliding doors and push Opening them open. • Depress the push lock until the knob pops out. • Pull gently on the handle and the door will open. Closing •...
Interior Structure 06-5 6.2 Television holder for flat-screen monitor Furniture doors with a locking mechanism (Mirror cabinets, washroom) • To unlock, press the metal rail and, at the same time, extend the TV mount. To open • To retract the mount, push it back to its original position •...
Interior Structure 06-6 To lower • Pull the lever all the way to the other side to unlock the table. • Use both hands to push the table top down. • Pull the lever back into its original position to lock the table into the desired position.
06-7 Interior Structure Hanging table • Place the shortened supporting leg at the front edge of the table top on the floor. When lowered, the hanging table can be used as a base frame for the bed. To swivel out To lower •...
Interior Structure 06-8 6.4 Bed conversion Converting the Transverse Seat In order to use the additional bed in the rear, the transverse The seating arrangements can be converted to beds. seat must be converted. Conversion (only alcove models) • Remove the seat and back cushions. Conversion •...
Interior Structure 06-9 6.5 Rearranging the cushions Rearranging the cushions A65 GM Family The A55 GS Sport model cannot be converted as the se- ating arrangement has not been constructed to enable this. None of the motor homes with alcove beds can be con- verted, because there is not enough free space when the Additional cushion Seat cushion...
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Interior Structure 06-10 Rearranging the cushions Rearranging the cushions A70 GM T65 FL Additional cushion Seat cushion Seat cushion Additional cushion 1020 x 750 x 125 1005 x 745 x 125 Additional cushion 1945 x 265 x 125 Seating area pushed forward Rear back cushion...
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Interior Structure 06-11 Rearranging the cushions Rearranging the cushions T65 GE T69 Q Additional cushion 1033 x 539 x 125 Additional cushion 1005 x 745 x 125 Seating area Seating area pushed forward pushed forward Rear back Rear back cushion cushion folded down folded down...
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Interior Structure 06-12 Rearranging the cushions Rearranging the cushions T70 GE T70 Q Additional cushion 1040 x 545 x 125 Additional cushion 1005 x 745 x 125 Seating area Seating area pushed forward pushed forward Rear back cushion Rear back folded down cushion folded down...
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Interior Structure 06-13 Rearranging the cushions Rearranging the cushions V60 GF Van V65 GE Van / Edition Additional cushion Additional cushion 873 x 539 x 125 873 x 539 x 125 Seating area Seating area pushed forward pushed forward Rear back Rear back cushion cushion...
Interior Structure 06-14 6.6 Washroom with movable basin for • Push the wash basin back to its original position. showering (Siesta) You can slide the washroom Wall in the Siesta T65 HFL When driving, the shower curtain must be fastened using the retaining strap and the washbasin must be pushed all models in order to use the shower.
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Interior Structure 06-15 Ensure that the shower door does not cover the hot air outlet nozzle when the heating is on. Fixed shower doors As an option, the wash room can be equipped with a fixed shower door instead of a shower curtain. Preparation •...
Interior Structure 06-16 6.7 Widening the Beds In models with individual beds above the garage, the two beds can be joined by widening the beds. • Insert the extension plank into the rails. • Then insert the mattress provided for this purpose in the space for widening the beds.
06-17 Interior Structure 6.8 Alcoves/queen-size bed, crossways/Alcove The floor of the alcove can be pushed together for a more comfortable sitting position. Use the mounted handle push it forwards. Parents are responsible for ensuring that small children do not fall out of upper berths. If there are small children in the If you have put small children in the upper berths, secure alcove, elevated queen-sized beds above the garage or on them against the danger of falling out!
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Interior Structure 06-18 Alcove Bed, Mechanical (model-specific) Access ladder Ladders are used to access alcoves, upper bunk beds and To operate beds at the rear end of the mobile home (model-specific). • If necessary, remove the backs and head rests from the seating bench.
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06-19 Interior Structure • Before driving, return the alcove bed to its original upright position and lock it into place. • Maximum load for the alcove bed: 200 kg When returning the alcove bed to its storage position, ensure that the fabric facing on the sides does not slip out and behind the alcove bed, where it would get caught in the mechanical system.
Interior Structure 06-20 The windows by the children's beds cannot be opened. 6.9 Windows Knockout windows with locking hooks Opening • Turn the latch by 90°. • Press the window latch outwards until you hear it click. The window will automatically remain in this position. The width of the opening is adjustable in several stages.
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Interior Structure 06-21 Fully adjustable window stays Sunshade/insect screen To open Sunshades and insect screens are integrated in the window • Turn all latches by 90°. from and fully adjustable. • Press the window latch outwards with your hand until it is Closing open as far as you would like.
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Interior Structure 06-22 To combine • Pull the sunshade down slowly and evenly, then pull the insect screen down to the desired position. To avoid consequential damage, leave the shades open when the caravan is not in use. Siesta Skylight Roof windows have integrated plissés that can be pulled to close them (see also 6.9 Sunshade and insect screens).
Interior Structure 06-23 Optima Skylight Optima 6.10 Dimming system for driver's cabin Opening The dimming shades may only be drawn when the vehicle is • Turn the latch by 90°. standing and the motor has been turned off. Before starting your •...
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Interior Structure 06-24 Front system • Press the locks together to open the locking mechanism. • Press the clasp together in the middle. The magnetic lock will automatically lock. Side system • Press the locks together to open the locking mechanism. •...
Interior Structure 06-25 6.11 Skylight Safety instructions • Never open the skylight in strong winds/rain/hail, etc. or if the temperature outside is below -20°C! • Do not use force to open the roof skylight when covered by ice or snow as this could break the hinges and opening mechanism.
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Interior Structure 06-26 Insect screens and shades (plissés) Both plissés are fully adjustable by sliding them horizontally from side to side. Small roof bonnet Opening • This roof bonnet can be opened in the opposite direction to traffic. Press the locking knob and use the adjusting lever to move the roof bonnet to the desired position.
06-27 Interior Structure 6.12 Seats in the driver's cabin The lever for turning the seat is located on the outer edge of the seats in the driver's cab. All of the motor homes (except for A65 GM / A70 GM) have pivoting driver's and passenger's seats, which can Swivelling seats be used to extend the number of seats available in the...
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Interior Structure 06-28 Movable passenger seat Changing the position • Pull the lever up and hold it tight. • Push the seat toward the centre of the vehicle. In the A55 GS Sport model, the passenger seat can be turned and, optionally, pushed sideways toward the centre.
Converting the L-shaped seating arrangement Cushion fastenings To use the outer seats in models with an L-shaped seating arrangement (only Optima), it must be converted before you Seat cushions are held in place by an anti-slip mat. The back drive.
Interior Structure 06-30 • The lower part of the seatbelt fits across your hips. Unbuckling the seatbelt • Press the button on the lock of the seatbelt to unlock the tongue. 6.14 Seatbelts in the caravan • Fasten seat belts before driving and keep them fastened The seating arrangements are fitted with safety belts.
Interior Structure 06-31 6.15 Overview of the seating arrangements A55 GS Sport A70 GM Seats 1 - 5: may be used while driving Seats 1 - 4: may be used while driving. Seat 6: may be used while driving if the permissible maximum weight = 3650kg / 4250kg / 4450kg A65 GM Family T60 H...
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Interior Structure 06-32 T65 FL T65 HFL Seats 1 - 4: may be used while driving. Seats 1 - 4: may be used while driving. Seats 5 - 6: must not be used while driving. Seats 5 - 6: must not be used while driving. T65 GE / Edition T69 HQ Seats 1 - 4: may be used while driving.
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Interior Structure 06-33 T70 HGE T69 Q Seats 1 - 4: may be used while driving. Seats 1 - 4: may be used while driving. Seats 5 - 6: must not be used while driving. Seat 5: must not be used while driving. T70 GE T70 HQ Seats 1 - 4: may be used while driving.
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Interior Structure 06-34 V60 GF T70 Q Seats 1 - 4: may be used while driving. Seats 1 - 4: may be used while driving. Seat 5: must not be used while driving. Seat 5: must not be used while driving. T75 HGE V65 GE / Edition Seats 1 - 4: may be used while driving.
Electrical Installations Chapter 7: Electrical Installations 7.2 Elements of the electrical system 7.1 Safety instructions Advice and instructions The installation of electrical devices in HOBBY's motor homes Important has been carried out in accordance with the valid regulations • Any changes to the electrical installations may only be carried out by a professional electrician.
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Electrical Installations 07-2 • Unclamp the battery circuit breaker if the ancillary battery is not • To switch off the 230V power supply in the entire system, set being used for a long period of time (more than 1-2 months). the 230V automatic circuit breaker to “0” (OFF). Even if the battery circuit breaker is interrupted, the battery can Fuses still be charged by the battery charger (conservation charging). • Only replace defective fuses after the cause of the defect has • Should the consumer battery be removed, isolate the plus pole (to prevent short circuits when turning on the motor). been remedied by a professional electrician. • The new fuse must have the same amperage as the old one. Battery charger • The charger’s capacity is 360 W. • The charger functions in accordance with IU0U1 charging technology. • In the case of misuse the guarantee and manufacturer’s liability will no longer apply. • Do not plug up the ventilation and ensure that you have ade- quate ventilation. Tank probes The probe with rods measures the contents of the fresh and waste water tanks. • To avoid incrustations, particularly in the waste water tank, never let the water in the tanks stand for too long. • Flush the tanks regularly.
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07-3 Electrical Installations Controlpanel • If there should be a power failure, the system will remember whether the main switch was on or off. As soon as the power is back on, the main switch will automatically switch itself back on. Electrical devices that continuously use current, such as the heating, will then begin to operate again. If the vehicle's motor is running, the refrigerator will operate automatically on 12V, i.e. it is not necessary to press the main switch. In this case, the selector switch for the refrigerator must be set to 12V operation. All other 12V electrical devices will only operate on the ancillary battery if the main switch has been activated. Functions of the main switch • After initially connecting the motor home to the 230 V mains, Illuminated Wall you must press either the main switch in order to activate all of Ceiling Lamp Cabinets the 12 V electrical devices and the 230 V electrical devices that are switched by the system (Combi 6 E , air-conditioning • Briefly press the key to switch each lamp on and off. Press...
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Electrical Installations 07-4 The wall lamps themselves must be switched on before they Kitchen light can be controlled by means of the control panel. • Briefly press the key to switch the kitchen lamp on and off. Key Memory • This key is used to save and recall the state of individual Lighting atmosphere 1 lights. Press briefly on this key to recall the last saved state of all switchable 12 V lights. Press longer on this key to • 1: Switches the indirect lighting in the rear on and off. save the lighting state of a lamp. This key is not used to save the state of the 230 V electrical devices (e.g. hot-air heating). Charging status of the battery Entrance light • Briefly press the key to shift to displaying the battery. If the vehicle has been equipped with an intelligent battery • Press this key to switch the entrance light on and off. It is not pos- sensor the menu will show you the recharging time, sible to switch this light on when the motor is running.
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Electrical Installations 07-5 Radio switch • Briefly press the key to switch the radio on and off. Filling level indicator • Briefly press the key to display the graph that shows you the level of the fresh and waste water tanks. LCD display All of the vehicles are equipped with a program for mea- Basic menu suring illumination. This program only runs if the power is The basic menu appears if you have not pressed a navigation connected; if previously activated, it is saved after a reset. All of the lights will be switched on. If a key is now pressed, key during the past 30 seconds (approximately). This menu is the corresponding light will be switched on. After approx. not illuminated. The time, date and alarm clock function are 1 minu7te, all of the other lights will also be switched on set in this menu. provided no other key is pressed. Main display To switch on: Press Illuminated Wall Cabinets, Ceiling Rotary switch...
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Electrical Installations 07-6 Date display The current date is displayed in this field. Alarm clock This icon is use to activate the alarm clock. The example shows the alarm clock when it has been deactivated. When it is activated, there is no line through the icon. Charging status of the ancillary battery If the arrow points towards the battery, it will be charged. If the arrow points away from the battery, it will be discharged. Main switch The icon for the main switch always appears when the Level of the tank system's 12V main switch has been switched on. • After turning once to the right or left, the menu for displa- Mains connection ying the level of the fresh and waste water tanks appears. This icon appears if the motor home is connected to the 230V mains.
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Electrical Installations 07-7 Temperature 12V Outside temperature • If your vehicle has a 12V connection, the temperature will • After once again turning to the right, the menu for displa- be displayed. Inside temperature (above) and outside tem- ying the outside temperature appears. The outside tem- perature (below). perature sensor is located underneath the vehicle near the • The display is shown in increments of 0.5° C. entrance step.
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Electrical Installations 07-8 Calibrating the temperature Inside temperature It is possible to calibrate the indoor and outdoor temperatures • After once again turning to the right, the menu for displa- shown, as temperature effects on the sensors may lead to a ying the inside temperature appears. deviation between the temperature displayed and the actual • The display is shown in increments of 0.5° C. temperature. • To calibrate the displayed temperatures, please switch to the temperature display. It is irrelevant whether the indoor or the outdoor temperature is displayed. • Press the rotary/selector switch for several seconds. The system will now switch automatically to calibration mode. • Switch to the desired area (indoor or outdoor) by turning the selector switch. Press briefly on the switch to select the area.
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07-9 Electrical Installations • You can now increase or decrease the temperature shown by up to +/-7°C in steps of 1°C. When the desired value has been set, quit the menu item by pressing briefly on the selector switch. • Quit the calibration menu by using the selector switch to select the Return icon. The changed value is now shown on the temperature display. Battery charging After the type and capacity of the battery have been set and it has been calibrated, the battery sensor permanently monitors the status of the batteries (starter/ancillary battery). The intelligent battery sensor is connected directly to the nega- tive terminal on the ancillary battery. Battery charging function 230V voltage applied and charger has been activated for sensor control.
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Electrical Installations 07-10 Ancillary battery Starter battery Setting the battery type These menus show The type and capacity of the battery have been set by the - the charging voltage (U) manufacturer. If the type of battery is changed, these settings - the charging current (I) must be adjusted accordingly. - the remaining time until discharge, dependent on the cap city and the actual flow (current) To reach this part of the menu, go to the "Loading the Batte- - as well as the charging status of the batteries (1/2 or 2/3). ry" menu and press the button for approx. 2 seconds.
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07-11 Electrical Installations Hot-air heating (only Fiat Drive) Air conditioning Turn the rotary switch to access the heating menu. This The following functions for the air-conditioning is where you can set the hot water temperature as well as system can be set on the control unit: the temperature desired inside the mobile home (see also - On/Off Chapter 10.2). - Cool Mode: cooling and ventilation Cool Low / Cool / Cool High - Fan Mode: ventilation only...
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Electrical Installations 07-12 Setting the time, alarm clock and date • After pressing the menu button for a longer period of time (approx. 2 seconds) the menu for setting the current time, date, wake-up time and activating or deactivating the alarm clock appears. • Within the menu's you move left or right by turning to the various setting value.
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07-13 Electrical Installations WLAN module* Hobby's CI-Bus board management can link together up to 15 devices, enabling you to operate them using just one central control panel that shows their functions on its display. (standard) Turn the rotary encoder to access the WLAN menu. Power is When coupled to a WLAN module, all of the functions on the supplied via the battery and/or via the 230V mains connection. LCD control panel can be wirelessly controlled via your smart- The WLAN is ready as soon as “WLAN: On” appears after the phone, tablet or notebook. module has been switched on. After the main switch on the control panel has been switched on and all of the connections have been correctly attached, a WLAN network is set up that is recognized by all WLAN- enabled devices. The SD card is also found on the WLAN module. The devices are updated on this card. This SD card cannot be written in Windows file format.
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Electrical Installations 07-14 Press the rotary encoder key to access the submenu in which Then select the network, enter the password and click on the the connection data for the WLAN network is displayed. (The “Connect” button to confirm. You can now call up the website menu on the left only shows example data.) http://192.168.0.1 in the Internet browser. The WLAN-enabled device must be connected to the net- By continuing to turn and confirm the rotary encoder on the work and the password must be confirmed: under Settings, control panel, you will reach the Web server data, which is go to “WLAN” and select the network “meinhobby1” (in required to open the data in the Web browser. this example). Should this not be displayed immediately, you must first use the search/scan function.
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07-15 Electrical Installations Settings can be called up and changed in the browser on The name of the network and the password can be changed page 192.168.0.1/cfg.php: here. This also applies for the Web Interface Settings. At pre- sent, the UMTS and No-IP settings are not yet supported; they Click on the „Get“ button to call up the set values. have only been integrated for future applications. After making any changes, the changed values must be saved by clicking on the „Set“ button. These changes will take effect after approx. 2 minutes.
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Electrical Installations 07-16 At present, operation via a surfstick is not yet supported. Please use the WLAN menu in the LCD display to switch WLAN operation on and off. After switching it off, “WLAN shutdown” will be displayed for approx. 60 seconds. When “WLAN: Off” is displayed, the vehicle's entire power supply can be switched off. General information regarding the LCD display The SD card may be damaged if the mobile home's power The time and date are buffered by a 3V 210 mAh, CR2032 supply is disconnected (from the mains or the battery) without having shut down the WLAN correctly. type button cell. If, therefore, the time should be incorrect or the clock should stop working, this button cell must be replaced. It is mounted on the reverse of the circuit board of the LCD display. To replace this button cell, the LCD display must be removed from the furniture front by carefully clipping the chrome-plated frame out of its holder. You will then see the screws that fasten the plastic part to the furniture. Loosen these screws to detach the display. When replacing the button cell, please ensure that plus and minus are in the right direction. Incorrect polarity may cause the display to become defect.
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07-17 Electrical Installations Remote control(s), bed Remote control, washroom • Briefly press the key to switch on the light in the washroom The reading lights by the bed (left and right) must each be (and in the separate shower, if there is one). switched on separately on the lamp itself before they can be controlled by means of the remote control. • Briefly press the key on each remote control by the bed to switch on the left light , right light . The key switches the ceiling lights above the seating arrangement or sleeping area on and off. Press longer on the key to regulate how brightly you want the lights to shine.
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Electrical Installations 07-18 Siesta Optima Remote control for kitchen Remote control(s), entrance • Briefly press the left key to switch on the kitchen ceiling light. These remote control functions work even if the LCD panel • Briefly press the right key to switch on the kitchen spotlights. has been switched off. The remote control controls the elec- tric entrance step. • Press the key to fold the step out; press it again to fold the step back in. • Briefly press the key to switch on the outer tent light (not while the motor is running). • Briefly press the key to switch on the ceiling light.
07-19 Electrical Installations 7.3 Electric power supply In all of the vehicles, the central electrical system is installed underneath the passenger seat. Electricity for the motor home can be obtained from the fol- lowing connections: - 230V mains connection 50 Hz - via the ancillary battery Everything that uses 12 V, such as lighting, water supply, etc., is available. Supply via mains connection The mobile home is connected to the external 230V mains by a CEE feeder plug located in the side wall.
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Electrical Installations 07-20 To disconnect the electric connection: • Switch off the automatic circuit breaker by pressing the rocker switch down • Press the lever in the external socket down. • Remove the CEE plug • Press the cover flap (p. 07-19) of the external socket down until it clicks into place. Only plugs and cords that comply with CEE standards may be used. Fuse protection for the 230V system The 230V system is protected by a two-pole 13 A automatic circuit breaker , which is located either by the refrigerator, the clothes cupboard or the step to the bed. (Exceptions to this include special installations, such as hot-water heating, etc.. In this case, an additional two-pole 16 A circuit breaker has...
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07-21 Electrical Installations Rules for the mains connection • Use only a 3 x 2.5 mm cable with a maximum length of 25 m, a CEE plug and connector to connect the motor home to an external 230 V mains. • After the mains connection has been plugged in, both the modular and the vehicle battery will automatically be char- ged by the battery charger in the motor home (even if the Control Panel has not been switched on). When obtaining electricity via a cable drum, this must be completely unwound, as otherwise induction may cause the cable to heat up, which could lead to burning. Residual current device (Provided there is no protection against overheating) The standard version of your vehicle is equipped with a...
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Electrical Installations 07-22 - If the automatic circuit breaker goes off abruptly again, there is The tripping time for the residual current device (RCD) either a short circuit or an earth fault. with a residual current of 30 mA is less than 0.1 seconds. After putting the electric system into operation, the function of Devices that set off during operation show that there is a the residual current device must be checked. After voltage has defect; they must be checked and/or repaired by an electrical been applied to the switch and it is on (set to I-ON) it must engineering specialist. set off when you press the test button Switching it back on again and again will do no good. The The rocker switch (p. 07-20) jumps down; after it has automatic circuit breaker also goes off when the rocker successfully been checked it must be switched back up to the switch is held firmly in place. "On" setting. This check should be carried out at least once a month to en- sure that the residual current device functions perfectly in case there should be a fault in the current. When the residual current device has been set off (even when testing) the customised settings in all mains-operated devices are lost and the default settings made by the ma- nufacturer will apply again.
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07-23 Electrical Installations • Only accumulator batteries with bound electrolytes (gel batteries) may be installed in those positions specified by the manufacturer. • The installed gel battery may not be opened. • When changing ancillary batteries, use only batteries of the same make and capacity. • All of the electrical devices must be switched off be- fore you disconnect or connect the ancillary battery. • Before replacing fuses you must first de-energise the charger. • Before replacing fuses you must first de-energise the charge controller. • Before replacing a blown fuse you must first fix whate- ver caused the fuse to blow. Operation via ancillary battery • Fuses may only be replaced by fuses with the same fuse protection value. Position of the 92 Ah/95 Ah AGM ancillary battery • Airing the charge controller insufficiently will cause a (model-specific) reduction of the charge current.
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Electrical Installations 07-24 The battery charger is directly connected to the ancillary bat- tery so that the ancillary and starter batteries can be charged even if the battery circuit breaker is switched on. To keep the batteries charged even when not in use, it is mandatory that the vehicle be connected to a 230V mains connection every 6 weeks. Recharging should be carried out for at least 24 hours. The battery circuit breaker must be on when using the vehicle home and whilst driving.
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Electrical Installations 07-25 Operating and charging the ancillary battery • Always charge the ancillary battery for at least 10 hours before each journey, directly after each journey and before you take the motor home temporarily out of service. If the motor home is not connected to the 230V mains supply, • Use every opportunity during your journey to charge the ancillary battery will supply the electrical system with 12V the battery. DC voltage. Since the battery only has a limited capacity, the • The battery loses its capacity after having been used electrical devices should not be operated for a longer period for a while and at low temperatures. of time without charging the battery or connecting the cam- • An acoustic warning signal will be given off if the remai- per to the 230 V mains connection. ning time during discharge operation is less than 1 hour. • A warning will go off if the battery ages to a value less The ancillary battery can be charged from the following po- than 50% of its nominal capacity. wer sources: • The battery is only charged if it has a minimum voltage of 8 V.
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Electrical Installations 07-26 Charger CA-360, 25 A power charging module Socket; the middle pin is the sensor. PCB switches. The switches must all be in the top posi- The charger supplies the batteries with electric power when tion, i.e. all set to “off”. there is bus-powered mains operation. Changeover contact, for free disposal. Contact bridge, fan on/off. As they heat up, the charger reduces its power output to LED blinks to show current charging mode. ensure that there is no chance of overheating. The charging device can be accessed from the back of the passenger seat.
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07-27 Electrical Installations Operation when the motor is running The voltage of the motor home battery must rise if - the engine speed is above the idling speed, - the vehicle‘s battery is not completely discharged. As soon as the motor is running, a relay connects the starter battery and the motor home battery in parallel. Therefore, the dynamo charges both batteries. If the D+ signal no longer sits The control panel shows whether or not the generator has close to the dynamo, the two batteries will be separated from been charged. If this is not the case, please check the following: each other again. In this way, the starter battery cannot be discharged by equipment in the motor home.
Electrical Installations 07-28 7.4 Electrical system As soon as there is a mains connection, the electrical system will switch from battery operation to mains operation. All of the lamps in the motor home use 12V LED lights. Only large electrical devices such as the Combi E heating air-conditioning system, etc., use 230V. Assignment of fuses, Input module The fuses for the individual internal electric circuits are loca- ted in the input module. In some models, there may be slight deviations in this assignment.
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07-29 Electrical Installations Light Control System TV unit The outputs are safeguarded by internal circuit breakers The installation area for the flat-screen TV differs from model (polyswitch fuses). to model. The required connections can be found right next to this space, possibly in a cupboard.
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Electrical Installations 07-30 Siesta: A55 GS/T60 H/A65 GM/ T65 HFL/A70 GM: Clothes cupboard V60 GF/V65 GE/T65 GE: Wall cabinet, seating arrangement T70 HGE: Wall cabinet at foot of left-hand bed (in the direction of traffic) The corresponding connection for the SAT antenna (E3) is fed out openly in the position appropriate for the model in question. Position Optima: V65 GE/T65 GE/T70 GE: Hängeschrank Sitzgruppe T60 H/T65 FL/T65 HFL: Wall cabinet, seating arrangement T69 Q/T69 HQ/T75 HGE: Wall cabinet at foot of right-hand bed (in the direction of traffic) T70 Q/T70HQ: Wall cabinet at foot of left-hand bed (in the direction of traffic)
The reading lights can also be switched on using the remote be used as either an input or an output socket. For further control by the bed. information, please speak to your Hobby dealer Seating arrangement The reading lights can also be switched on using the control panel.
Electrical Installations 07-32 Press the keys on the corresponding panel for a longer period of time to regulate how brightly you want the lights to shine. Lighting in clothes cupboard/over children's bed These lights can only be switched on manually. 7.6 Mobile navigation As an optional feature, your mobile home can be equipped with a mobile navigation system and integrated rear view camera. • R ead the device manufacturer‘s operating instructions carefully before initial operation. • Do not allow yourself to be distracted by this device as this may cause accidents.
07-33 Electrical Installations 7.7 Subsequently installed devices Subsequently installed electronic devices that can be used while driving (e.g. mobile phones, wireless equipment, radios, came- ras for driving in reverse, navigation equipment, or others) must meet all of the requirements for electromagnetic compatibility. Such equipment must have been approved in accordance with EU Guideline 72/245/EWG as it appears in version 95/54/EG, because otherwise it may cause interference with the electronic systems already installed in the motor home. A CE mark is mandatory for devices that have been subsequently installed and which cannot be used while driving.
08-1 Water Chapter 8: Water 8.1 General We recommend that you inspect any water you have left in the tank, this is very critical before using the water again. • Always use water that is of drinkable quality when wor- king with food. This also applies for washing your hands or objects that come into contact with food. 8.2 Water supply • In order to ensure excellent water quality, water should be taken directly from the public drinking water system. Function of the water supply • Garden hoses, watering cans and similar materials unsu- Fresh water is supplied to the hot-air heating system, the itable for drinking water should never be used to fill the kitchen and toilette via a submersible pump. The TANDEM mobile system. • If the motor home has not been used for a longer period submersible pump operates electrically: of time, the entire water system must be emptied com- - via the starter / ancillary battery, pletely. - when the mobile home is connected to the 230V mains • After longer periods of stagnation, the water system via the power supply. must be flushed thoroughly before being used. Should you discover impurities, the material should be disin- fected using suitable agents that have been approved for such measures.
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Water 08-2 The following applies for the TANDEM submersible pump: • The TANDEM submersible pump is only suitable for water. • The TANDEM submersible pump can briefly tolerate tem- peratures of up to 60º C. • Avoid dry runs. • Protect the pump from freezing. • Hard blows or hits as well as very dirty water can destroy the pump. The TANDEM submersible pump requires no maintenance. Fresh water tank The TANDEM submersible pump switches itself on automati- cally when the water taps are opened. The tank has a volume of 100 l and is located in the seating arrangement. The tank is filled with fresh water by means of the filler neck on the side wall. The neck for filling up fresh water is marked by a blue cap and a picture of a water tap on the upper edge of the frame. The screw cap is opened and closed by means of the enclo- sed key for exterior flap locks and the door of the structure.
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08-3 Water If you fill too much water into the tank, the excess will run out Use the control panel to check the amount of water in the at the filler neck. fresh water tank. Never introduce anti-freeze or other chemicals into the Check the red service lids regularly; they may become loose if water system. the fresh water tank is filled often. This can be poisonous! When operating during winter ensure that the fresh water Filling the water system tank is sufficiently heated. • Place the caravan in a horizontal position. • Shut all of the water taps. To remove water • Switch on the main switch on the control panel. • The water will be mixed to the desired temperature • Close the outlet valve (FrostControl) on the boiler. according to the position of the pre-mixing unit. • Unlock the petrol cap and turn it counter-clockwise to open it. • Fill the water tank using the fresh water filler neck. • Turn all of the water taps to „hot“ and open them. The water pump will be switched on. • Leave the water taps open until the water flows out of the taps without any bubbles. This is the only way to ensure that the boiler will also be filled with water. • Turn all of the taps to „cold“ and leave them open. The cold water pipes will be filled with water. • Leave the water taps open until the water flows out of the fixtures without any bubbles. • Shut all of the water taps. • Shut the filler neck.
Water 08-4 Hot water supply Hot water is supplied by means of the hot-air heating system with its integrated hot-water boiler (see also Chapter 10.2); the options for settings are described on p. 10-05 “Changing the hot water temperature”. The boiler will automatically empty itself via a safety or outlet valve if there is danger of frost (see also 10-13 Frost Control). Position of the Frost Control valve The Frost Control valve is always located directly by the model-specific place of installation for the hot-air heating system. The non-electric safety or drain valve will automatically open at temperatures under approx. 3°C and drain the boiler contents via a drain nozzle. If the cold water system is operated without the boiler the boiler tank will still fill with water. In order to avoid frost damage the boiler must be drained via the drain valve, even when not in use.
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08-5 Water Emptying the fresh water tank Emptying the waste water tank • The waste water opening is located on the left side under- The outlet valve is located behind the gas-bottle container neath the vehicle. flap or behind the Porta Potti flap. • The valve for opening the waste water opening is lo- cated in a protected position in the gas-bottle container or • To empty the fresh water tank, raise the lever up to an directly by the opening itself. angle of 90°. • Unscrew the lid , open the valve and allow the waste water to run off. Always empty the fresh water tank completely if the hea- • When the waste water has drained out completely push the ting has not been switched on and the motor home is not slide valve back in and screw the cap back on. in use, and especially if there is frost. The lid slightly sucked into the opening. Therefore, never close the lid too tightly.
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Water 08-6 Emptying the entire water system If the vehicle is not being used and there is a danger of • Use the control panel to switch off the electricity for the sub-zero temperatures be sure to drain the entire water water pump by pressing the main switch for a longer period system. Leave taps turn on in the middle position. Leave all drain valves open. of time (4 sec.). • Open all of the water taps to the centre setting. Only empty your waste water tank at the specially desi- • Hang up the adjustable shower head in the shower. gnated disposal points and never in open spaces! As a • Open all of the outlet valves (including the FrostControl). rule disposal points can be found at motorway service • Unscrew the cap on the cleaning port of the fresh water stations; campsites and petrol stations. tank • Unscrew the overflow pipe in the fresh water tank. • Remove the lid of the water tank. Take out the water pump and hold it up until the water pipes have emptied com- pletely. • Check whether the tank, boiler, faucets and pipes have emptied completely. If necessary, blow out any remaining water in the pipes using compressed air (max. 0.5 bar). • Re-insert the the water pump in the fresh water tank and close the openings. • Leave the faucets and the outlet valves open. • Clean the tanks and rinse them thoroughly. • Allow the water system to dry for as long as possible. • Do not forget to empty the toilet cassette.
Water 08-7 Waste water tank The waste water tank is integrated in the chassis; it is insulated. Optional: After the heating system has been switched on on the control panel, the hot air is conducted to the waste water tank. This prevents the waste water from freezing in a light frost. Do a small quantity of antifreeze agent (e.g. table salt) to the waste water tank if temperatures are significantly below freezing to prevent the waste water from freezing. Water connection for external shower The waste water tank is not sufficiently protected against damage from frost when the vehicle is not in use. Opening Therefore, if there is any danger of sub-zero temperatures • Push the cover up to gain access to the water empty the waste water tank completely. connection. Never pour boiling water down the sink. This can cause Closing distortions and leaks in the waste water system. • Remove the external shower’s hose from the connection point and attach the protective cover. Use the control panel to check the amount of water in the • Push the cover down. waste water tank.
Water 08-8 8.3 Flushing toilet Use toilet fluids very sparingly. An overdose is no guaran- tee of preventing possible odours! Preparing the toilet • Open the Thetford door (see 5.1) and pull the holding bar • Fill the waste tank with the correct amount of toilet fluids. up to remove the waste tank. • Then add enough water to completely cover the bottom of the waste tank. The waste tank can only be removed when the drain • Return the drain nozzle to its original position. valve is closed. • Pull out the tank as far as possible, keeping it level. • Slightly tip the waste tank and then pull it out completely. • Place it in an upright vertical position. • Turn the drain nozzle to an upward position.
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Water 08-9 Using the toilet Never fill toilet fluids directly into the toilet bowl. • Turn the toilet bowl to a comfortable position. • Fill the toilet bowl with a small amount of water by pres- sing the flush button or by opening the drain valve by • Push the waste tank back into position. pulling the valve handle under the toilet bowl towards you. • Ensure that the holding bar secures the waste tank. • Use the toilet. • Close the service flap. • After use open the drain valve (if still closed) and flush. Close the drain valve after flushing.
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Water 08-10 Emptying the waste tank Only empty the waste tank at specially designated dis- The waste tank must be emptied at the latest when the LED posal points and never in open spaces! lights up. It is recommended that the tank is emptied before this. The LED lights up when the tank contains more than 15 • Take the waste tank to a designated disposal site, litres. From this point in time the tank has a residual capacity making sure to hold the drain nozzle in an upright position. of 2 litres, representing approx. 5 flushes. • Remove the cap on the drain nozzle. • Tilt the waste tank so that the drain nozzle is pointing • Open the toilet flap and pull the holding bar up to remove downwards. the waste tank. • Press the vent button with your thumb and hold it down. The waste tank will drain itself. • Return the waste tank to its storage position, ensuring that it is pushed in until the holding bar locks into place. The waste tank can only be removed when the drain • Lock the service flap. valve is closed.
09-1 Chapter 9: Gas • The connecting hose should also be checked regularly for damage. Replace it immediately if you find tears, porous spots or similar damage. 9.1 General safety rules when using LPG • The operator is responsible for having checks carried out. fittings This also applies for vehicles that have not been approved for driving on the road.
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09-2 Regulators and valves • Use only special vehicle regulators that have a safety valve. In accordance with the German DVWG (German Associa- tion of the Gas and Water Sector) Worksheet G 607, other regulators are not permitted; they are not adequate for handling the heavy strain.
09-3 Before initial operation • The waste gas pipe must be tightly connected to the hea- ting and chimney without any leaks. It may not be dama- ged. • Keep vents clear. • Remove any snow from the chimney. • Clear aspirating openings for combustion air in the side all from dirt and/or snow.
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09-4 The following applies to the gas bottle cabinet: • Always check the gas cylinder mountings before driving. Stand the gas cylinders upright and close the valves. • Pull any loose straps tight. • The (high-pressure) hose to the cylinders must be che- cked for leaks using the leak detector every time a cylin- der is changed.
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09-5 Changing gas cylinders Do not smoke or ignite open flames while changing the gas cylinders. After changing the gas bottles, check whether there is any gas escaping from the tie-in point by spraying it with leak detection spray. • Open the door of the gas bottle cabinet. •...
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09-6 The following applies to stop valves and valves: • All the valves on gas devices must be closed while driving. • The lower photograph shows the shut off valves when they are closed. To open the valves, they must be turned to a vertical position.
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09-7 Gas regulator with a crash sensor Using the MonoControl CS, it is possible to heat the vehicle even while driving. Should there be an accident, the integrated crash sensor automatically interrupts the gas supply, thereby preventing gas from escaping. (Effect of delay 3.5 g ± 0.5 g; this corresponds to an im- pact speed of 15-20 km/h against a fixed obstacle.) To operate...
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09-8 a Turn the knob to the left or right to determine which cylinder is to be used. DuoCo mfort b Shows the status of the cylinder in use. Green: full Red: empty Function • Attach gas cylinders and open the valves of both gas cylin- ders.
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09-9 DuoC Remote indicator for the switching valve DuoControl in connection with extendable shelf for gas bottle container The remote indicator is coupled to the changeover valve of the two-bottle gas system. To ensure that the two gas bottles in the gas bottle a Operation in summer.
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09-10 The coupling valve has been constructed in such a way that the emergency shutoff valve can only be opened if a plug con- nection has been used to hitch the coupling. When hitching, the plug connection is plugged into the safety coupling. When unhitched, use the protective cap to shut the opening of the valve.
10-1 Built-in devices Chapter 10: Built-in devices 10.1 General Information In this chapter, you will find information on the devices that have been built into the motor home. This information refers only to the operation of these devices. To some extent, the devices described are special accessories.
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Built-in devices 10-2 Initial operation • Set the air vents in the motor home so that the warm air is blown out where required. • Check that the chimney is clear. Remove any covers. • Open the gas bottle and gas shutoff valve on the gas pipe. •...
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Built-in devices 10-3 To operate Adjusting knob / pushbutton The adjusting knob / pushbutton is used to select and change specified values and parameters. The changes are sa- Start / stand-by screen ved by briefly pressing the button. Selected menu items blink. A few seconds after the control panel has been connected to the Turn to the right (+)
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Built-in devices 10-4 Changing the room temperature Switching the control panel on and off Use the adjusting knob / pushbutton to select the icon in the Press the adjusting knob / pushbutton menu line for longer than 3 seconds. - Press to switch to the setting mode. - Previously set values / operating parame- - Use the adjusting knob / pushbutton to select the desired temperature.
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10-5 Built-in devices Changing the hot water temperature Selecting the type of energy Use the adjusting knob / pushbutton to select the icon in the Use the adjusting knob / pushbutton to select the icon in the menu line menu line - Press to switch to the setting mode.
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Built-in devices 10-6 Selecting the fan speed As soon as the heating has been switched on (room tempe- rature and hot water temperature have been activated) the Use the adjusting knob / pushbutton to select the icon in the type of energy selected in the previous heating operation is menu line displayed in the status line.
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Built-in devices 10-7 Setting the timer BOOST To heat room rapidly Available if the difference between the selected and the actual room tempera- The timer can only be selected if the clock on the control panel has been set. ture is more than 10°C. If the timer has been activated (ON), the menu item Activate timer (OFF) is first displayed.
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Built-in devices 10-8 Selecting the type of energy If the start/end time was exceeded during entry, the operating parameters will only be taken into account after the next start/ - Use the adjusting knob / pushbut- end time has been reached. Until then, the operating parameters ton to select the desired type of set outside the timer will remain valid.
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Built-in devices 10-9 Activating the timer (ON) Setting the time - The hours blink. - Use the adjusting knob / pushbut- - Use the adjusting knob / push- ton to activate the timer (ON). button to set the hours (24-hour - Press the adjusting knob / push- mode).
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Built-in devices 10-10 Changing the background illumination of the control panel Resetting to manufacturer's default setting (RESET) The reset function resets the control The background illumination can be panel to the manufacturer's default changed in 10 increments. setting. It deletes all of the settings you have made.
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10-11 Built-in devices Warning Reading out the warning code - Use the adjusting knob / pushbut- A warning icon appears to signal a warning that one of the ope- ton to select the icon. rating parameters has reached an undefined status. In this case, - Press the adjusting knob / push- the device in question will continue to operate.
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Built-in devices 10-12 Malfunction Maintenance If there is a malfunction, the control panel will immediately go to This device requires no maintenance. Use a non-abrasive cloth “Malfunction” mode and display the Malfunction error code. dampened with water to clean the front. If this is not sufficient, use a neutral soap solution.
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Built-in devices 10-13 FrostControl To activate • Push in the knob at position (m) slightly and, at the same FrostControl is a non-electric safety or drain valve. If there time, move it 90° towards position (k). is a risk of sub-zero temperatures it automatically drains the •...
Built-in devices 10-14 Hot air valve in alcove 10.3 Refrigerator The alcove models are equipped with hot air vents in the Refrigerators made by Dometic will be installed. alcove bed. The slider is used to regulate the amount of hot air. If the external temperature is high, full refrigerating capa- city can only be ensured by means of sufficient ventilation.
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Built-in devices 10-15 Lock on the Slim Tower Lock on the Dometic Modes of operation Refrigerator door lock Three modes of operation are possible for the refrigerator. While driving, the refrigerator door must always be closed and locked. 12 V operation 12 V operation can only be used while driving, when the mo- Slim-Tower: tor is running.
Built-in devices 10-16 • If gas operation has been activated, then the indicator in • The refrigerator runs without a thermostatic control (con- the control window will move into the green zone tinuous operation). 12 V operation should, therefore, only Only release the button when the the indicator is in the serve to maintain a temperature which has already been green zone.
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Built-in devices 10-17 • Goods that might emit readily volatile or flammable gases must not be stored in the refrigerator. • Always store perishable food directly next to the cooling fins or as close to the bottom of the refrigerator as possible. The freezer compartment is suitable for making ice cubes or for storing frozen food for a short period of time.
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Built-in devices 10-18 Normal position Ventilation position Information on removing the freezer is also given on the freezer door. If not in use for a longer period of time, the refrigerator should be switched to the ventilation position to prevent bad odours. To activate the ventilation position, light press on the slider to pull it forwards.
Built-in devices 10-19 • The sockets above the cooker may not be used when cooking. Shut the protective caps. Never use the cooker or other devices extracting combu- stion air from the interior of the vehicle to heat the vehicle. If this is ignored there is an acute risk to life due to a lack of oxygen and the odourless carbon monoxide which could be generated.
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Built-in devices 10-20 • Release the rotary switch and turn to the desired set- ting (large or small flame). • If ignition was unsuccessful, repeat the procedure. • To turn off the gas flame, turn the rotary switch back to the “0” position •...
Built-in devices 10-21 10.5 Oven Please refer to the separate manufacturer's operating • The ventilation openings on the oven must never be manual. closed. • A skylight or window must be opened when operating the oven. • Switch on the 12 V power supply using the main switch •...
Built-in devices 10-22 • Press the adjustable knob . Gas will flow to the burner and the ignition will light the flame. • Keep pressing the adjustable knob for 10 seconds until the ignition safety valve keeps the gas supply open. •...
Built-in devices 10-23 10.7 Rooftop Air Conditioning To set the direction of ventilation The air supply within the vehicle can be regulated by setting The air conditioner is located instead of the roof window on the air nozzles. the living room ceiling. To operate the air conditioner correctly and optimize its per- formance, you should observe the following: •...
• Any changes to the status of the mobile home as set by the manufacturer may endanger the driving performance and roadworthiness of your vehicle. • Any accessories, add-ons, modifications or mounted parts that have not been approved by HOBBY may cause damage to the vehicle and impair its roadworthiness. Even if an expertise, general type approval or design approval has been provided for these parts, this does not ensure the orderly condition of the product.
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Accessories 11-2 Object Weight[kg] Object Weight[kg] Base vehicle/Chassis REMIS plissé folding system for front and side windows 3.50 Air-conditioning in the driver's cab 18.00 Roof window in driver's cab 11.00 Bumpers, front, painted colour of vehicle 2.00 Superstructure Comfortmatic (automatic transmission) Additional side window (various versions) 1.40 - 4.70 only in connection with 148 PS and 177 PS motor 17.00 Cruise control 0.20 Bicycle carrier (also suitable for eBikes) 25.00 Diesel tank, 120 litres instead of 90 litres 28.00 Bicycle carrier for 2 bicycles 8.00 Electric wing mirror 1.50 Bicycle carrier for 3 bicycles 9.00 DOMETIC-SEITZ roof bonnet Midi-Heki 700 x 500 mm ESP incl. ASR and hill holder 0.50 Fog lights 2.00 instead of Mini-Heki at rear 4.50 Hub caps...
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11-3 Accessories Object Weight[kg] Object Weight[kg] Water/gas/electricity Upholstery combination, upon request from Hobby's upholstery collection 0.00 Additional AGM battery 28.00 External socket (230V) 0.40 Furniture conversions Gas socket, external 1.50 Clothes cupboard at rear end 12.50 Hobby battery management using HELLA battery sensor 0.90 L-shaped seating arrangement Outside shower 0.50 w/ luxury living room table, swivels 360° 15.00 Remote indicator for DuoControl 0.30 TRUMA DuoControl incl. crash sensor and de-icer 2.10 Kitchen TRUMA MonoControl CS (crash sensor) 1.00 Fume hood 3.00 USB charging socket, double 0.00 Oven 16.00 Waste water tank, insulated and heated 4.00...
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Accessories 11-4 Object Weight[kg] Navigation system incl. rear view camera 4.70 Reverse drive video system with flat screen 2.00 SAT receiver, digital, 12 V 2.00 TELECO SAT antenna with autom. orientation 65 cm, 12V /230V 16.00 TELECO SAT antenna with autom. orientation 85 cm, 12V /230V 18.00 Packages Chassis package 24.20 Starter package up to 65.50...
For safety reasons, spare parts for equipment must conform with the manufacturer‘s instructions and must be installed There are stipulated maintenance intervals for the motor home by him or a duly authorised representative. and its equipment. The following applies for maintenance intervals: Hobby recommends that you contact a service partner before • Have the first maintenance carried out by a HOBBY dealer driving there and inquire whether they have the necessary 12 months after the vehicle was first registered. capacity (e.g. an adequate car lift) in order to avoid any • All further maintenance should be carried out once a year misunderstanding. by a HOBBY dealer. • The maintenance of the basic vehicle as well as all built-in equipment should be carried out at the intervals given in each operating manual.
Maintenance and Care 12-2 12.2 Brakes The components in the brake system are part of the General Type Approval (“Allgemeinen Betriebserlaubnis“, ABE). If you change the components in the brake system, the type approval expires. Any changes are only possible if they have been released by the manufacturer. It is in your own interest to have the brakes checked regularly by your Fiat workshop. The following applies when maintaining the brake system: • Check the level of brake fluid regularly. • Check the brake system and brake hoses regularly for lea- kage. Rodents often gnaw at rubber hoses. • Use only brake fluids with the same qualities as those fluids already in the brake circuit. For further information, please refer to the Fiat Ducato operating instructions.
12-3 Maintenance and Care 12.3 Changing the taillight bulbs • Unscrew the light bulb from the socket and exchange it for a new one. • Unscrew the two screws • Carry out this procedure in in the defect lamp. reverse to put everything back in place. If several light bulbs have to be replaced, take care to ensure that the lamps are not switched by accident and that everything goes back in its original place. • Remove the defect lamp from the lighting support and pull out the cable by pressing the two clamps together. • Unscrew the light bulb from the lamp by turing the pin in the direction of the arrow.
Maintenance and Care 12-4 12.4 Airing 12.5 Care The following applies for their care: For a comfortable climate inside the motor home, there must • Clean plastic parts (e.g. fenders, skirts) with water of up to be sufficient ventilation. This also avoids corrosive damage due 60° C and mild household cleansers. to condensation. • Clean greasy or oily surfaces with spirits. Condensation is caused by - insufficient volume inside the motor home Wash the vehicle only in places provided for this purpose. - breathing and perspiration of the passengers - bringing in damp clothing Using cleaning materials sparingly. Aggressive cleansers, - operating a gas cooker such as wheel rim cleaners, damage the environment. Ensure that there is a sufficient exchange of air to avoid Use only dishwashing liquid or commercial cleaning agents, damages due to the build-up of condensation! always taking care to follow the instructions for use, and...
12-5 Maintenance and Care - alcohols Dry the headlights and sockets thoroughly, as water collects - aggressive or solvent-based cleaners there easily. - cleaners from the chemical group such as ketone, ester and aromatic solvents Washing with a high pressure cleaner - aromatic hydrocarbons (e.g. all automotive fuels) Direct contact with plastics such as PVC, soft PVC and similar Do not spray stickers and external decors directly with the products (e.g. stickers) must be avoided at all cost. high pressure cleaner as they could peel away as a result. It is not possible to avoid transmitting plasticizers when solvent- Before washing the motor home with a high pressure cleaner, based contents come into contact with the aforementioned study its operating manual carefully. During washing maintain plastics and this causes the parts to become brittle. a minimum distance of 700 mm between the motor home and the high pressure cleaner. Please note that the water jet is under pressure when it comes out of the cleaning nozzle.
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Maintenance and Care 12-6 The following applies when waxing the surfaces: The following applies for damages: • The varnished surfaces should be treated occasionally • Repair damages immediately to avoid further damages due with wax. Follow the application instructions given by the to corrosion. Ask your HOBBY dealer for assistance. wax manufacturers. Skylights, windows and doors The following applies when polishing the surfaces: Window panes require particularly careful treatment. • In exceptional cases, use polish to refinish weathered varnis- hed surfaces. We recommend solvent-free polishing paste. The following applies for their care: • Rub the rubber seals around doors and windows lightly...
Maintenance and Care 12-7 Cleaning the interior Cleaning instructions for materials that containTeflon To reduce problems arising from dampness, use water • Always treat spots immediately. sparingly when cleaning inside. • Sponge spots, but do not rub them. • Work from the edge towards the middle of the spot. • Never use household cleaners to remove spots. The following applies for cushions, upholstery and • Hoover cushions regularly to remove any dirt that may curtains: have collected. • Clean cushions with a soft brush or hoover. • Have very dirty upholstery and curtains dry-cleaned. Do We recommend the following methods for cleaning: not wash them yourself! Method A: • If necessary, wash them carefully using the foam from...
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Maintenance and Care 12-8 Method B: • Use cleansing agents for PVC floors and clean water when washing the floor. Do not place fitted carpets on a wet • Use only mild, water-free solvents for dry cleaning. PVC floor, as the fitted carpet and the PVC flooring could • Dampen the cloth and proceed as described in method A. become glued together. This method is particularly suitable for removing: • Never use chemical cleansing agents or steel wool, be- - wax, candles cause this will damage the PVC flooring. - pencil The following applies for furniture surfaces: Chocolate or coffee should only be washed out with luke- • Clean the surface of wooden furniture with a damp cloth or warm water. sponge. • Rub dry with a dust-free cloth. The following applies for carpeted floors: • Use mild furniture polish.
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Maintenance and Care 12-9 • The rubber seals of the toilet should be cleaned regularly • The filter in the fume hood* must be cleaned occasionally, with plain water and a lubricant for seals (not Vaseline or because cooking fat collects there. We recommend that you any other vegetable fats) should be applied. Applying this use warm water with a bit of dishwashing liquid to clean it. regularly to the washer of the valve and other seals in the toilet will ensure that they stay flexible and function longer. Remove all spray cans with cleaners and polishes from the vehicle after finishing the upkeep! Otherwise, there is a danger of explosion at temperatures over 50° C! Do not pour any corrosive substances down the drains. Do not pour boiling water down the drains. Corrosive substances and boiling water damage drain pipes and Accessories syphons. • If necessary, lubricate leveling supports The following applies for the sink and the cooker: • Clean stainless steel parts with normal household cleaners or special stainless steel cleansing agents. The following applies for built-in equipment: • The glycol mixture in the hot-water heating * system should be replaced every two years, because certain pro- perties such as protection against corrosion deteriorate.
Maintenance and Care 12-10 12.6 Winter Lay Up for the Motor home • The exterior should be treated with wax or a special polish for varnish. For many people, the camping season ends when the tem- • Use a protective agent to protect the metal parts of the perature starts to fall. Your mobile home must be properly chassis against rust. prepared for its winter lay up. • Check the undercarriage for damage and, if necessary, drive to your dealer to have it repaired. The following general rules apply: • Ensure that no water can get into the venting on the floor, • Only leave your mobile home in a closed space if it is dry heating system and refrigerator venting (mount winter and well-aired. Otherwise, it is better to leave your motor covers home in the open. • To protect the tyres, jack up the mobile home or move it slightly to a new position every two months.
12-11 Maintenance and Care 12.7 Winter Operation The following applies for the interior fittings: • Clean the interior of your motor home. Hoover carpets, cushions and mattresses. If possible, store them outside the Preparations mobile home. Otherwise, place them in such a way inside Your motor home has been designed to allow you to use it to the vehicle that they do not come into contact with conden- a certain extent in winter. If you really wish to camp in winter, sation. we recommend that you optimize your motor home to meet • Use soapy water to clean linoleum and smooth surfaces. your personal requirements. Your dealer will be pleased to • Empty and clean the refrigerator. Leave the refrigerator advise you. door in the ventilation position (see 10.6). The following applies for your preparations: • After cleaning them, leave stowage spaces, cupboards, • Check the vehicle for damage to the paintwork or from drawers and furniture flaps open to facilitate air circulation. rust and, if necessary, repair it. • Leave vents for forced ventilation open. If the mobile home • Ensure that water cannot run into the ventilation and de- is kept in a closed space, you can leave the skylight open.
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Maintenance and Care 12-12 • Do not shut vents for forced ventilation. • Do not let the interior cool down completely when you are • Set the heating to maximum power when heating up the away or at night; set the heating to low and leave it on. motor home. Open stowage spaces, cupboards, drawers, furniture flaps, curtains, shades and plissés. This enables Continue to heat the vehicle while you are sleeping! you to achieve optimum ventilation and de-aerating. • Only heat the motor home when the recirculation air sys- • The motor home uses considerably more gas in winter tem is switched on. than in summer. Two 11 kg bottles of gas will be used up • Every morning, air all of the cushions, mattresses and in just under one week. stowage spaces and dry any damp spots. • Therefore, should you stay longer in one place, it is wor- • Air thoroughly with fully opened doors and windows sever- thwhile to set up an outer tent. It will help to acclimatise al times a day.
Maintenance and Care 12-13 At the end of the winter season Saving energy in winter The following applies for the care of the vehicle: It is very easy to save energy inside your motor home. This • Thoroughly wash the underbody and the motor. This removes applies especially to heating in winter. corrosive thawing agents (salts, alkali). • Clean the exterior and use normal car wax to preserve metal The following applies for saving energy: parts.
13-1 Sanitation and Environmental Protection Chapter 13: Sanitation and Environmental Protection 13.1 The environment and traveling Environmentally fair use It is only natural that owners of motor homes and caravans have a special responsibility for the environment. Always use your The following applies for environmentally fair use: vehicle in an environmentally friendly way.
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Sanitation and Environmental Protection 13-2 The following applies for waste water: The following applies for wastes: • Collect waste water on board only in built-in waste water • Only use approved sanitary cleansing products in the waste tanks or, if necessary, in suitable containers! tank. • Never empty waste water in open spaces or down man- You may be able to avoid the use of sanitary liquids by holes! Generally, the public waste water system does not installing an activated carbon filter system (sold as an run through clarification plants.
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13-3 Sanitation and Environmental Protection Sanitation • Never allow the waste tank to become too full. Empty the tank immediately as soon as the level indicator lights up. • Never empty wastes down manholes! Generally, the pu- blic waste water system does not run through clarification plants. Empty the waste tank in special places for sanitary disposal, but never in open spaces! The following applies for waste: • Separate your waste and put appropriate materials in the recycling bins. • Empty waste bins as often as possible in the appropriate bins or containers. This avoids unpleasant and problematic waste from building up on board.
Sanitation and Environmental Protection 13-4 13.2 Returning the vehicle Careful use of the environment is not only in the interest of nature, but also of motor home and caravan drivers everywhere! If you should ever have to give up your motor home and have it recycled, the manufacturer of the basic vehicle is responsible for taking it back (status at the time of printing). This means that your HOBBY motor home must be taken back free of charge by any Fiat dealer and expertly recycled.
Model Modell vehicle Rear emissions Type Reinforcement crossbar Trailer coupling Spherical head FIAT Ducato X290 V65 GE Optima Van F3 Ducato Light 115 Multijet (85 kW) Euro 5b+ Serien-Tiefrahmen 40P0400000 lowered MT030 31TEV4004P 31TE14003P Typ 05 (3009000500) T60 H Optima...
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Technical Data 14-2 VELO holding Seats t.p.o.w. Permiss. Permiss. Unbraked Braked Max. Maximum Length Total Height Width Front Rear Wheel Front Rear fixture [kg] front axle rear axle trailer trailer permissible towing of super- tread tread base projec- projec- load load load load...
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14-3 Technical Data Hobby Model Type Base Motorisation exhaust Chassis Frame extension Towbar Sawiko Modell vehicle Model Rear emissions Type Reinforcement crossbar Trailer coupling Spherical head FIAT Ducato X290 V60 GF Siesta Van F3 Ducato Light 115 Multijet (85 kW)
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Technical Data 14-4 VELO holding Seats t.p.o.w. Permiss. Permiss. Unbraked Braked Max. Maximum Length Total Height Width Front Rear Wheel Front Rear fixture [kg] front axle rear axle trailer trailer permissible towing of super- tread tread base projec- projec- load load load load...
Mass when t.p.o.w. Overload basic [kg] weight equipment vehicle is [kg] weight vehicle [kg] ready to start FIAT Ducato X290 V65 GE Optima Van 2569 2713 2834 3500 T60 H Optima 2575 2719 2840 3500 T65 GE Optima 2717 2861...
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Technical Data 14-18 Model Series Weight of Driver Diesel Unladen Basic Mass when t.p.o.w. Overload basic [kg] weight equipment vehicle is [kg] weight vehicle [kg] ready to start FIAT Ducato X290 V60 GF Siesta Van 2420 2564 2685 3500 V65 GE Siesta Van 2524 2668...
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FIAT Ducato X290 V65 GE Optima Van 3500 / 3650 1850 2000 215/70 R 15 C 6 J x 15, ET 68 225/75 R 16 C 6 J x 16, ET 68...
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[kg] front load rear optionally alloy attachment wheel rim FIAT Ducato X290 V65 GE Optima Van 4250 / 4400 2100 2400 / 2500 225/75 R 16 C 6 J x 16, ET 68 5 / 78 / 130 T60 H...
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14-21 Technical Data Tyres and rims for motor homes Light chassis Series Optional extra Hobby Series t.p.o.w. Perm. axle Perm. axle Tyre size Metal wheel Tyre size Metal wheel Wheel rim 2) Model [kg] load front load rear rim, optionally...
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Technical Data 14-22 Tyres and rims for loaded motor homes Maxi chassis (increased load) Hobby Series t.p.o.w. Perm. axle load Perm. axle Tyre size Metal wheel rim, Wheel Model [kg] front load rear optionally alloy attachment wheel rim FIAT Ducato X290...
14-23 Technical Data 14.5 Inflation pressures Motor homes Tyres Tyre pressure (bar) Basis Michelin XC Camping 215/70 R 15 C front: 5,0 rear: 5,5 FIAT 225/75 R 16 C front: 5,5 rear: 5,5 FIAT other tyre manufacturers 215/70 R 15 C front: 4,1 rear: 4,5 FIAT...
Ix-1 Index Index External socket 05-8 Hot water supply 08-4 Darkening system driver's cab 06-23 Doors and flaps Fire protection 02-1 Insect screen 06-21 interior 06-1 First aid kit 02-2 Access ladder Doors Fittings 03-8 Garage bed/alcoves 06-18 opening and closing 05-3 Flaps Keys to the vehicle 05-3 Accessories...
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Index Ix-2 Redirecting electrical devices 02-10 Toilet flap 05-6 WLAN module 07-13 Refrigerator 10-14 Toilet 230V operation 10-16 to use 08-10 12V operation 10-15 emptying the cassette 08-11 types of operation 10-15 Toilet operating on gas 10-16 upkeep 11-6 air supply 05-4 TV mount 06-5 door lock 10-15 TV unit 07-29...
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Hobby-Wohnwagenwerk Ing. Harald Striewski GmbH Harald-Striewski-Straße 15 D-24787 Fockbek/Rendsburg www.hobby-caravan.de...
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