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  • Page 1 Manual Motor home VAN, VAN Exclusive, Siesta, Siesta Exclusive Version 03/2011...
  • Page 2 Introduction Dear Camper, Congratulations on the purchase of your new HOBBY mobile 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 mobile 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    00-1 Introduction Chapter 1: Introduction Tread depth ............04-2 General information ..........01-1 Wheel rims ............. 04-3 Before taking your first drive ........01-1 Snow chains ............04-3 Designations in the operating instructions ..... 01-2 Tyre repair kit ............04-4 Changing a tyre ............
  • Page 4 Introduction 00-2 6.13 Overview of the seating arrangements ....06-29 10.6 Gas Cooker ............10-12 6.14 Overview of day and night positions ....06-32 10.7 Oven ..............10-14 10.8 Fume Hood ............10-15 Chapter 7: Electrical Installations 10.9 Rooftop Air Conditioning ........10-16 Safety instructions ..........

  • Page 5: Introduction

    For this 1.2 Before taking your first drive reason, no claims may be asserted against HOBBY based on the contents of this user manual. Those accessories that Please do not consider this manual to be just a means of refe- are available at the time of going to print are described here.

  • Page 6: Designations In The Operating Instructions

    Introduction 01-2 Please note the following before operating the vehicle: 1.3 Designations in the operating instructions • Check the tyre pressure. This manual explains the motor home in the following Please refer to the section on tyre pressure manner: • Load the vehicle correctly. Keep to the technically per- missible overall mass.
  • Page 7 01-3 Introduction Handling instructions Handling instructions are also given in the form of key words beginning with the symbol “•“. Notes Notes point out important details that ensure your motor home and its fittings will function perfectly. Please remem- ber that there may be some differences in description to the various kinds of equipment that can be supplied.
  • Page 8 Introduction 01-4...

  • Page 9: Chapter 2: Safety

    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- • Ensure that there is sufficient ventilation. Never cover built- king devices.

  • Page 10: Road Safety

    Safety 02-2 2.3 Road safety 2.4 What to observe before taking your first drive Vehicle registration • Before driving, check that the signal and light equipment, Every vehicle that drives on public roads must be registered. This steering and brakes all function properly. also applies to your new engine home.

  • Page 11: Before And While Driving

    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! 2.5 Before and while driving As the owner / driver of the vehicle, you are responsible for the state of the vehicle.
  • Page 12 Safety 02-4 • Close the tap for the waste water tank. • Ensure that no liquids, including those in the refrigerator, • Close all taps and quick-action stop valves for accelerator will leak. devices. The only exception is for the heating if this should •...

  • Page 13: Notes For Your Journey

    02-5 Safety Driver‘s cabin Do not forget the following: • Adjust the interior and exterior mirrors as well as your seat. • Check the lights. In addition: • Check your tyre pressure. • Check all liquids, such as oil, cooling water, brake fluid and windscreen cleaning liquid, and fill them up if necessary.
  • Page 14 Safety 02-6 • After you have finished loading, check the overall weight on Passenger safety a public scales. The following applies while driving: • Only those seats equipped with safety belts may be used Roof load (50 kg maximum) by passengers. The height of the mobile home may vary from one journey to •...
  • Page 15 02-7 Safety Driving Driving arround corners Take a trial drive before leaving on your first large journey in Due to its height, a mobile home begins to sway more quickly order to familiarize yourself with the mobile home. Remember than an automobile. to practise reversing.

  • Page 16: Emergency Equipment

    Safety 02-8 2.7 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 The first-aid kit should always be at hand and have a fixed 100 m position in your mobile home.

  • Page 17: When You Stop Driving

    02-9 Safety 2.8 When you stop driving Switching electric consumption: Selecting a parking space The following applies when switching electric consumption: • Switch the refrigerator from 12 V to accelerator or 230 V. The following applies for selecting a parking space: Otherwise, if the engine is not on, the 12 V electrical supply •...
  • Page 18 Safety 02-10 Saving energy in winter It is very easy to save energy inside your mobile home. This applies especially to heating in winter. The following applies for saving energy: • Meter the exact use of ventilation in the vehicle and the heating valve.

  • Page 19: Chapter 3: Chassis

    1. Technically permissible overall mass approval will expire! Information regarding the technically permissible maximum weight is based on Hobby Wohnwagenwerk's specification in Technical changes may only be carried out after being released by the manufacturer. cooperation with the manufacturers of the previous construc- tion stages (FORD).
  • Page 20 Chassis 03-2 Siesta, Siesta Exclusive, Van Exclusive and Reduction of load capacity for T 650 ESC LE to 3,500 kg a) Supply of liquefied petroleum gas Number of built-in gas regulators: Weight of an 11 kg aluminium bottle: Weight of 11 kg gas inflation (90 %):...
  • Page 21 Chassis 03-3 4. Loading 5. T 650 ESC LE with a permissible maximum weight of 3,500 kg The additional load is equal to the "technically permissible maximum weight" minus the "weight (mass) when ready to Before driving, you must open the overflow valve for the drive".

  • Page 22: Leveling Supports

    Chassis 03-4 3.3 Levelling supports Retracting levelling supports • Use crank to release levelling supports. • Continue to crank smoothly until the levelling support is once The optional levelling supports are located in the rear area by again in its initial horizontal position. the frame extension.

  • Page 23: Entrance Step

    03-5 Chassis 3.4 Entrance step After a slight delay the step will automatically be retracted when the engine is started. Your motor home has an electric entrance step Use the switch on the inside, next to the entrance door to activate it.

  • Page 24: Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)

    Ford model plate (on the B-pillar, passen- The compressor is activated from the driver’s cabin ope- ger side) and on the Hobby model plate (in the engine com- rating panel using the On/Off button , thereby filling the partment, at the front on the radiator bridge).

  • Page 25: Towing Fixture

    03-7 Chassis The optimum air pressure is achieved when the vehicle is 3.7 Towing fixture standing horizontally. The minimum air pressure must be high enough to ensure that the air bellows cannot snap through. As an optional extra your motor home can be equipped with When the vehicle is empty this pressure is approx.

  • Page 26: Externally Mounted Fixtures

    Chassis 03-8 3.8 Externally mounted fixtures Registering accessories in the vehicle's documents • Have your HOBBY dealer mount your externally mounted fixtures. • Take your mobile home to a technical support organisation or technical service provider (e.g. MOT). • The technical support organisation will approve the fittings and draw up a corresponding expertise.

  • Page 27: Chapter 4: Wheels, Tyres, Brakes

    • Avoid long drives on poor roads. 4.1 Wheels • Never drive an overloaded vehicle. On your first drive with your motor home, please check that your tyre bolts are still securely tightened after having driven 50 km and, if necessary, tighten them with a torque of 160 Nm for 15" Tubeless tyres have been mounted on your HOBBY motor wheel rims (steel and light metal) and 180 Nm for 16" wheel home. Under no circumstances may tubes be inserted in rims (steel and light metal). After this, the tyre bolts should be these tyres! checked regularly that they are securely tightened. Winter tires are mandatory in many EU countries! 4.2 Tyres...

  • Page 28: Tyre Pressure

    04-2 Wheels, tyres, brakes If the pressure is too low, this may cause overheating of the tyre, possibly resulting in severe damage to the tyre. For the correct inflation pressure, please refer to the table in the chapter on “Technical Data“ or the operating instructions for the basic vehicle. 4.4 Tread depth Replace your tyres as soon as the tread depth is only 1.6 mm. 4.3 Tyre pressure The minimum tread depth gives you only the barest amount of safety while driving. The following recommendations must be observed: The inflation pressure of all tyres as well as the spare tyre Safety limit in summer: 3.0 mm should be checked approx. every 4 weeks and before you go Safety limit in winter: 4.0 mm on longer journeys. Tyres may not be exchanged crosswise, i.e. from the right side The following applies when checking inflation pressure: of the vehicle to the left and vice versa.

  • Page 29: Wheel Rims

    04-3 Wheels, tyres, brakes 4.5 Wheel rims 4.6 Snow chains Use only those wheel rims listed in the vehicle‘s documents. Use snow chains only on the front axle. Please observe the following points, should you wish to use Never drive faster than 50 km/h. other wheel rims. Do not use snow chains on snow-free roads. The following applies when using other wheel rims: - Size, Ornamental hub caps must be removed before putting on - construction, snow chains. - injection depth and - The load bearing capacity must be sufficient for the per- Models with front-wheel drive missible total axle weight.

  • Page 30: Tyre Repair Kit

    04-4 Wheels, tyres, brakes 4.7 Tyre repair kit Shake the bottle. Open the fill hose on the bottle (foil seal is thereby punctured). Do not use the tyre repair kit if the tyre was damaged as a result of driving without air. Small cuts, especially in the tyre tread, can be resealed using the tyre repair kit. Do not remove foreign bodies (such as screws or nails) from the tyre. The tyre repair kit can be used at outside temperatures to a mini- mum of approx. -30°C.
  • Page 31 04-5 Wheels, tyres, brakes Pull the stopper from the fill hose . Push the fill Unscrew the valve cap from the tyre valve. hose onto the tyre valve. Remove the valve insert with the valvecore remover . Do not lay the valve insert down in sand or dirt. Hold the bottle down with the filling tube and then press them together. Press the entyre bottle contents into the tyre. Pull the fill hose off and screw the valve insert tightly into the tyre valve with the valve-core remover...
  • Page 32 Wheels, tyres, brakes 04-6 If the minimum value is still indicated correct the tyre pressure according to Table 12.2. Drive carefully to the nearest workshop and have the tyre replaced. Danger of accidents: If the required tyre pressure is still unattainable the tyre is too severely damaged. In this case the tyre repair kit can no longer provide an effective seal. Do not, therefore, drive any further. Notify a service station or the 24-hour service hotline. Open the air hose on the tyre valve. Insert the plug into the cigar lighter socket. Then pump the tyres (Fig. 7). do not operate the electric air pump longer than 8 minutes! Danger of overheating! If sufficient air pres- sure is unattainable, drive 10 meters (either forward or in reverse) so that the sealant can be evenly distributed within the tyre. Repeat the pumping process. Resume driving immediately, so that the sealant can be evenly distributed within the tyre. Maximum speed: 80 km/h. Especially in curves. Check tyre pressure after driving 10 minutes. If the tyre pressure has fallen under this minimum value , you may not drive any further.

  • Page 33: Changing A Tyre

    04-7 Wheels, tyres, brakes 4.8 Changing a tyre The car jack may only be inserted in the appropriate mounting holes! If the car jack is attached in other places, this may cause damage to the vehicle or even accidents if the vehicle falls off the jack. The car jack is to be used only for changing tires. It may never be used when working underneath the vehicle! Danger of death! The levelling supports may not be used as a car jack! Adhere the provided sticker to the combination panel within sight of the driver. Dispose of used tyre repair kit When changing a tire, please also observe the vehicle at a service station. manufacturer‘s operating instructions. Danger of accidents! Have the tyres replaced at the Changing a tire nearest service station. • Place a firm base, such as a piece of wood, underneath the car jack if the vehicle is on soft ground. • Insert the car jack into the appropriate mounting holes. • Turn the wheel spanner a few times to loosen the wheel mounting screws, but do not remove them. • Jack up the vehicle until the wheel is 2 -3 cm above the ground.

  • Page 34: Brakes

    Wheels, tyres, brakes 04-8 • Remove the wheel mounting screws and lift off the tire. 4.9 Brakes • Place the spare tire on the wheel hub and align it. • Screw the bolts on and tighten them in a diagonal sequen- The components in the brake system are part of the General Type Approval (“Allgemeinen Betriebserlaubnis“, ABE). • Lower the car jack and remove it. If you change the components in the brake system, the type • Tighten the wheel mounting screws evenly with the wheel approval expires. Any changes are only possible if they have spanner. Please refer to the operating instructions for been released by the manufacturer. the base vehicle for the specified value of the tightening torque of the wheel mounting screws. In your own interests, you should have the brakes checked • Place the tire you have removed in the (possibly existing) regularly by your Fiat or Peugeot repair shop. spare tire holder and then shut the holder. 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. Martens often gnaw at rubber hoses.

  • Page 35: Chapter 5: Exterior Structure

    05-1 Exterior Structure Chapter 5: Exterior Structure 5.1 Overview of tank and service flaps T600AK KM Siesta T500 GFSC Van Classic TL500 GESC Van Exclusive Storage flap Toilet flap Gas box flap T555 GFSC Siesta T650AK GFM Siesta T500 FSC Van Classic...
  • Page 36 Exterior Structure 05-2 T600AK FC Siesta Exclusive T650 ESC Siesta Exclusive Storage flap Toilet flap Gas box flap T650 FLC Siesta Exclusive...

  • Page 37: Ventilation

    05-3 Exterior Structure 5.2 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 ven- tilation.
  • Page 38 05-4 Exterior Structure 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 grids must remain firmly mounted while driving to escape.

  • Page 39: Opening And Closing Doors And Flaps

    05-5 Exterior Structure 5.3 Opening and closing doors and flaps Keys to the vehicle The following keys are supplied with the motor home: - two keys for the following locks on the basic vehicle: - Driver’s and passenger door plus bonnet unlocking me- chanism.
  • Page 40 05-6 Exterior Structure Entrance door internal Closing • Pull the door shut until you hear it lock. Opening Locking • Push the bolt down. • Push the bolt up. This allows a door which has been locked from the outside The entrance door is your escape route in case of to be opened from the inside.

  • Page 41: Toilet Flap

    05-7 Exterior Structure Luggage trunk flap Toilet flap Opening Opening • Use key to unlock flap. • Use key to unlock flap • Place your hand over the lock and give the flap a strong push • Press both buttons ( ) and open flap.
  • Page 42 Exterior Structure 05-8 Exterior gas supply At the customer‘s request, the motor home can be fitted with an exterior gas supply . Equipment that uses gas, such as a gas grill or a gas lamp, can be supplied from outside the motor home. Opening •...

  • Page 43: Fresh Water Filler Neck

    05-9 Exterior Structure Fresh water filler neck Tank filler cap Opening The tank filler cap is located behind the driver’s door in the • Use key to unlock lower section of the B-pillar behind a flap. • Turn lid firmly and remove. Opening •...

  • Page 44: Roof Rail

    05-10 Exterior Structure • 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.

  • Page 45: Bicycle Carrier

    05-11 Exterior Structure 5.5 Bicycle carrier The maximum permissible loads for bicycle carriers are 50 kg (for partly integrated models) and 60 kg (for alcoves), The motor home’s handling when driving is significantly respectively. different when the bicycle carrier is in use. The driving speed should be adjusted accordingly to take this into consideration: •...

  • Page 46: Sun Awning

    Exterior Structure 05-12 • The maximum load capacity is 130 kg. • Never exceed the permissible rear axle load. • The load carrier reduces the rear ramp angle of the ve- hicle. When driving over uneven surfaces the carrier can touch the ground.
  • Page 47 05-13 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.
  • Page 48 05-14 Exterior Structure...

  • Page 49: Chapter 6: Interior Structure

    06-1 Interior Structure Chapter 6: Interior Structure 6.1 Opening and closing doors and flaps Stowage and kitchen wall cabinets To open • Press the pushbutton to unlock the flap. • Pull on the handle until the flap opens. To close •...
  • Page 50 Interior Structure 06-2 Front stowage cabinets Furniture doors with handle To open Bath room door • Pull on the handle and swing the flap up. • Push the handle to open and shut the door. To close • Use the handle to press the flap shut until you can feel it lock into place.
  • Page 51 06-3 Interior Structure Kitchen pull-out Furniture doors with turning knob To open Wardrobes • Press the push-button to unlock the pull-out. • Pull on the handle until the pull-out opens. • Turn the knob to open or shut the door. To close •...
  • Page 52 Interior Structure 06-4 Doors with snap locks Doors with push locks Kitchen wall cupboards, shoe cupboard Refuse cupboard Opening Opening • Briefly push the door handle until it snaps open. • Depress the push lock until the knob pops out. •...
  • Page 53 06-5 Interior Structure Sliding doors Bar in the entrance area (layout/model-specific) Cupboard under the bed, washroom door To open • Pull on the handle and swing the door outwards. Opening • Grasp sliding doors by the centre bar and push them both To close outwards.

  • Page 54: Television Holder For Flat-Screen Monitor

    Interior Structure 06-6 6.2 Television holder for flat-screen monitor To unlock, press in on the metal rail . Then extend the TV mount. 230 V power sockets and an aerial socket for the TV and/or receiver are located directly adjacent to the holder. Lock the media unit or TV holder before driving.

  • Page 55: Tables

    06-7 Interior Structure Lowering the table Pull the table top off by pulling it up Release the table top 6.3 Tables Pull out the pillar Pillared table Then replace the table When lowered, the pillared table can also be used as a base top on the table foot frame for the bed.

  • Page 56: Hanging Table

    Interior Structure 06-8 Please note: Hanging table • To ensure that it is easier to pass through to the driver‘s When lowered, the hanging table can be used as a base frame cab, one of the table‘s longitudinal sides can be folded for the bed.
  • Page 57 06-9 Interior Structure • Place the shortened supporting leg at the front edge of Table extension the table top on the floor. • Turn the wheel under the table until the table is loose. To swivel out • Lift the table slightly and pull it out until the extra leaf is •...
  • Page 58 Interior Structure 06-10 Kitchen extension • Push the table towards the leaf and place them in the appropriate openings. • Swing the locking mechanism upwards and pull it back. • Swivel out the extending support • Fold down the kitchen extension.

  • Page 59: Bed Conversion

    06-11 Interior Structure 6.4 Bed conversion Lowering the table in the centre seating arrangement The seating arrangements can be converted to comfortable beds. • Push the switch on the table leg up. Conversion • Fold in the lower part of the table leg until you feel it click •...
  • Page 60 Interior Structure 06-12 Converting the Transverse Seat In order to use the additional bed in the rear, the transverse seat must be converted. Conversion • Remove the seat and back cushions. • Lower the pillared table. • Fold the cushion cover forward by 180°...

  • Page 61: Cushion Arrangements

    06-13 Interior Structure 6.5 Cushion Rearranging the cushions Rearranging the cushions arrangements T500 FSC Van Classic T500 GESCr Van Exclusive T500 GFSC Van Classic Back cushion Back cushion 925x450x125 925x450x125 Seat cushion Seat cushion 980x640x125 980x640x125 Seat cushion Seat cushion...
  • Page 62 Interior Structure 06-14 Rearranging the cushions Rearranging the cushions T 600AK KM Siesta T555AK GFSC Siesta Classic Back cushion 1000x450x125 Seat cushion 1095x640x125 Seat cushion 1055x640x125 Seat cushion Additional cushion 1095x640x125 1000x70x125 Seat cushion 581x590x125 Additional cushion 140x215x125 Back cushion 1040x450x125/90 Back cushion 481x360x125...
  • Page 63 06-15 Interior Structure Rearranging the cushions Rearranging the cushions T 650AK GFM Siesta T 600 FCr Siesta Exclusive Back cushion Back cushion 300x450x 640x450x125/90 Seat cushion 125/90 1095x640x125 Additional cushion 940x130x125 Seat cushion Seat 640x560x125 cushion Seat cushion 640x380 1095x640x125 x125 Seat cushion 645x590x125...
  • Page 64 Interior Structure 06-16 Rearranging the cushions Rearranging the cushions T 650 FLCr (F) Siesta Exclusive T 650 ESCr (H) Siesta Exclusive Seat cushion Seat cushion 1040x450x125/90 1040x450x125/90 Additional cushion Additional cushion 1040x80x125 1040x80x125 Seat cushion Seat cushion 1095x640x125 1095x640x125 Seat cushion Seat cushion 1082x590x125 765x590x125...
  • Page 65 Widening the beds Retractable bed In the Van Exclusive L model, the two single beds above the • Take the mattress out from under the slatted frame. Pull the rear garage can be widened and/or joined by folding out an slatted frame out and place the mattress(es) on it.

  • Page 66: Alcoves/Queen-Size Bed, Rear, Crossways

    Interior Structure 06-18 6.6 Alcoves/queen-size bed, rear, crossways The base of the alcove can be folded up hydraulically to give you a more comfortable sitting position. Use the mounted handle to push it up or pull it down. Parents are responsible for ensuring that small children do not fall out of upper berths.
  • Page 67 06-19 Interior Structure Access ladder for bed in the external storage Foldaway bed ladder locker/alcove • Use the push lock to open the door. Hook the ladder securely into the appropriate holder. Ensure • Pull the bed ladder out along the rail guide; the steps will that the ladder cannot slip.

  • Page 68: Windows

    Interior Structure 06-20 6.7 Windows Sunshade/insect screen The sunshades/insect screens are integrated in the window Knockout windows with locking hooks frames. They can be used separately. Opening Insect screen • Press the knob of the bolts and turn them to a vertical po- To close sition.
  • Page 69 06-21 Interior Structure Sunshade Skylight To close The skylight cannot be opened. It is fitted with an integral • Move the sunshade slowly and evenly to the desired posi- dimming shade which can be drawn as required by pulling it. tion.

  • Page 70: Dimming System For Driver's Cabin

    Interior Structure 06-22 6.8 Dimming system for driver's cabin Front system • To open the locking mechanism, push the locks The dimming shades may only be drawn when the vehicle is outward. standing and the motor has been turned off. Before starting your •...

  • Page 71: Skylight

    06-23 Interior Structure 6.9 Skylight Safety instructions • Never open the skylight in strong winds/rain/hail, etc. or if the temperature outside is below -20°C! • Remove snow, ice or excessive dirt before opening. Ensure there is sufficient room before opening the skylight under trees, in garages, etc.
  • Page 72 Interior Structure 06-24 Dimming shade Pull the handle of the shade to any desired position or until the latch locks into the handle of the insect screen. Insect screen Push the clasp of the insect screen against the clasp of the shade until the latch locks into the clasp.

  • Page 73: Seats In The Driver's Cabin

    06-25 Interior Structure 6.10 Seats in the driver's cabin Round roof light Please refer to the operating instructions of the basic vehi- To open: cle for information on operating these. • Pull the lower end of all three locking mechanisms towards the middle of the window and release them.
  • Page 74 Interior Structure 06-26 Swivelling seats • Put the armrests up. • Move the seat to the middle position. • Release the lever to swivel the seat. The seat will be relea- sed from the locking position. • Push the seat belt buckle down to avoid damaging it. •...

  • Page 75: Construction Of The Seats

    06-27 Interior Structure 6.11 Construction of the seats Converting the L-shaped seating arrangement / individual seat Cushion fastenings If you wish to use the outer seat in models with an L-shaped seating arrangement or the individual seat in the T 600 FC mo- The seat and back cushions are held in place by an anti-slip del, you must convert these before you start to drive.

  • Page 76: Seatbelts In The Caravan

    Interior Structure 06-28 • Guide the upper part of the seatbelt over your shoulder and diagonally across your chest. • 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.

  • Page 77: Overview Of The Seating Arrangements

    06-29 Interior Structure 6.13 Overview of the seating arrangements T500 GFSC Van Classic TL 500 GESC Van Exclusive Seats 1 - 4: may be used while driving. Seats 1 - 4: may be used while driving. Seat 5: must not be used while driving.
  • Page 78 Interior Structure 06-30 T 650 FLCr Siesta Exclusive T 555 AK GFSC Siesta Seats 1 - 4: may be used while driving. Seats 1 - 4: may be used while driving. Seats 5 - 7: must not be used while driving. Seat 5: must not be used while driving.
  • Page 79 06-31 Interior Structure T650 AK GFM Siesta Seats 1 - 4: may be used while driving. Seats 5 - 6: Only for the optional additional belt rack. If the additional belt rack has not been fitted as an option, this seat may not be used while driving.

  • Page 80: Overview Of Day And Night Positions

    06-32 Interior Structure 6.14 Overview of day and night positions T 500 FSC Van T 500 GFSC Van Day position Night position...
  • Page 81 06-33 Interior Structure TL 500 GESC Van Exclusive T 555 AK GFSC Siesta Day position Night position...
  • Page 82 06-34 Interior Structure T 600 AK KM Siesta T 650 AK GFM Siesta Day position Night position...
  • Page 83 06-35 Interior Structure T 600 FC Siesta Exclusive T 650 FLC Siesta Exclusive Day position Night position...
  • Page 84 06-36 Interior Structure...

  • Page 85: Chapter 7: Electrical Installations

    • MODULAR BATTERY WITH CIRCUIT BREAKER - electrical equipment. Supplies all consumers. • Only authorised and experienced workshops may carry out electrical repairs. • VEHICLE BATTERY • GENERATOR - • Inexpert handling of the vehicle‘s electrical system may endanger your own life as well as that of others. Loads both the vehicle and consumer batteries at the same time. • Use only weatherproof, 3-wired extension cable and shock- proof plug or CEE plug and coupler when hooking up to an • 230V MAIN SWITCH - Supplies and protects the 230V consumers. external 230 V network. • 50A FUSES VEHICLE/ and CONSUMER BATTERIES 7.2 Elements of the electrical system The electric power supply is provided via the HOBBY on-board control panel in connection with an automatic battery charger.
  • Page 86 07-2 Electrical Installations Advice and instructions • Should the consumer battery be removed, isolate the plus pole (to prevent short circuits when turning on the motor). Important • Do not plug up the ventilation and ensure that you have ade- • Any changes to the electrical installations may only be car- quate ventilation. ried out by a professional electrician. Battery charger • Open battery circuit breaker and switch off 230V mains be- • The charger’s capacity is 220 W. fore carrying out maintenance work. • The charger functions in accordance with IU0U1 charging Batteries technology. • Please observe the battery manufacturer’s operating instructions. • In the case of misuse the guarantee and manufacturer’s liability • The acid in the battery is poisonous and corrosive. Avoid will no longer apply. contact with eyes and skin. Tank probes • The completely discharged battery must be recharged for at • To avoid incrustations, particularly in the waste water tank, least 10 hours. The battery may be damaged if it has been never let the water in the tanks stand for too long. Flush the discharged for more than 8 weeks.

  • Page 87: Control Panel

    07-3 Electrical Installations I ndicates that generator is charging vehicle and consumer 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 batteries. L ED indicates test of vehicle battery; flashing indicates empty battery. LED indicates test of consumer battery; flashing indicates empty battery. LED indicates that 230V mains is connected. LED voltmeter for monitoring voltage of vehicle and con- sumer batteries. Control switch for waste water tank resistance; depen- dent on main switch and functions when motor is swit- ched on or 230V mains is connected. Control panel Switch for water pump that operates pump relay; depen- dent on main switch. Description Main switch for consumers; flashing LED indicates that B utton for monitoring fresh water tank. consumer battery is almost empty and protection against B utton for monitoring consumer battery (B2). total discharge will soon be activated. B utton for monitoring vehicle battery (B1). L ED indicates test in fresh water tank; flashing indicates empty tank.
  • Page 88 07-4 Electrical Installations Electricity as a numerical value Example: Current discharge: 0.1 A. Battery ageing (SOH = State of Health) Example: The original capacity of the battery has already been reduced by 2%. State of charge (SOC = State of Charge) Actual state of charge of the battery Example: SOC: 88%. Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) As an optional feature, your vehicle is equipped with a battery sensor. The IBS control measures the available capacity of the battery and also indicates battery ageing. Legend DOD display Shows the remaining amount of time for use if current amount of use is continued.. Electric power display Red = discharge Green = charge...
  • Page 89 07-5 Electrical Installations 10A fuse for supply of the heating/boiler 20A fuse for the lights 20A fuse for the lights 30A fuse for supply of the 12V AES absorber refrigerator 20A fuse for the aux supply (solar charger controller) 25A fuses for supply of the electric step 3A fuse 3A fuse Bridge circuit Simulated D+ alternator output for electric step and refri- gerator Changeover switch for connecting the control panel: A: PC100 HB ; PC 200 HB B: PC100 HB T 1 2 3 4 Electrical device connection A Electrical device connection B Waste water tank sensor connection Fresh water tank sensor connection Control panel connection A Signal input ignition - variation A Distribution module B Signal input ignition - variation B Ground connection for electrical devices Fuses Connection for negative pole for modular battery Connection for positive pole for modular battery 10A fuse for supply of the front tent light Connection for positive pole for vehicle battery 10A fuse for supply of the water pump...

  • Page 90: Electric Power Supply

    Electrical Installations 07-6 7.3 Electric power supply Your motor home has the following connections for electric power supply: - electric mains (a.c. voltage 230 V) - caravan battery (d.c. voltage 12 V) Electric power supply from the electric mains The 230 V system is protected by a 2-pole circuit breaker with 16 A. The circuit breaker is located behind the driver‘s seat. Should there be a malfunction, the passenger circuit breaker opens the entire 230 V circuit. In most cases, such a malfunction If you are using a cable drum without protection against is caused by a defect piece of electric equipment or a defect overheating, the electric cable must be completely unw- in its supply line. ound from the cable drum. • Repair the defect before switching the circuit breaker on again.

  • Page 91: Function Of The Power Generating Unit

    07-7 Electrical Installations 7.4 Function of the power generating unit Position of the battery charger The charger is located under the passenger seat. Operation with 230V mains electricity After the mains connection has been plugged in, both the modular and the vehicle battery will automatically be charged by the battery charger in the mobile home (even if the Control Panel has not been switched on). Charging procedure Exterior socket The charger represents the current status of technology and charges in three phases in accordance with the so-called Opening curve. The charging period should be at least 12 hours. • Take hold of the bottom of the cover flap and pull it upwards.
  • Page 92 07-8 Electrical Installations Function of the battery charger The battery charger only works if the batteries have been inserted with their poles in the right direction. Protecting the device If the battery charger should become hot because of high en- The minimum charging period of 12 hours must be exten- ded accordingly if equipment using 12V is switched on vironmental temperatures or high charging currents, a built-in during charging. thermal switch turns off the battery charger until the temperature in the battery charger has dropped again. Total discharge protection If the battery voltage of the ancillary battery sinks below Check list 10.5 V a relay shuts down all equipment using power. • Turn off the motor. • Connect the battery charger to the mains supply. • Switch on the 12V main switch. If the total discharge protection is activated turn off the • Turn off all equipment (also refrigerator) using 12V power. 12V main switch to avoid an additional discharge of the ancillary battery. The voltage of the caravan battery must rise to a maximum voltage of 14.4 V.
  • Page 93 07-9 Electrical Installations Operation when the motor is running The voltage of the caravan battery must rise if - the engine speed is above the idling speed, As soon as the motor is running, a relay connects the starter - the vehicle‘s battery is not completely discharged. battery and the caravan battery in parallel. The D+ signal sits close to the dynamo. Therefore, the dynamo charges both If this does not happen after using the dynamo to charge the batteries. If the D+ signal no longer sits close to the dynamo, battery, check the following: the two batteries will be separated from each other again. In this way, the starter battery cannot be discharged by equipment • Is the 50A fuse in the supply line to the ancillary battery in the caravan. near the motor battery functioning properly? The 12 V supply for the refrigerator only functions when you • Is the fuse distribution panel displaying the “Motor run- are driving. If the motor has stopped, the 12 V operation of the ning” signal? refrigerator is automatically turned off again. Operation by means of a 12 V caravan battery To charge a discharged caravan battery optimally while All of the equipment is automatically supplied from the caravan...

  • Page 94: Caravan Battery

    Electrical Installations 07-10 7.5 Caravan battery Changing the battery Location • Please do not smoke when changing the battery. - Under the passenger’s seat or in a separate compartment • Disconnect the connection to the 230 V network. which is accessible from the outside (SW has an additio- • Before disconnecting or connecting the battery switch off nal battery). all equipment using 12V power. • First, disconnect the negative (-) terminal. Features • Then disconnect the positive (+) terminal. - The battery does not require maintenance. It does not need • Remove the battery. to be refilled with water. • Insert the new battery. - The battery is closed off and cannot leak. • Use the reverse sequence to connect the new battery. - The battery is cycle-proof, making it especially suitable for the supply of the board network. Several discharging/ charging operations are possible.

  • Page 95: Fuse Protection Of The Electric System

    7.6 Fuse protection of the electric system To protect the modular battery from being exhaustively Ancillary battery discharged when the mobile home is not being used, a circuit Fuses are mainly protected by a 50 A safety fuse .This is breaker has been installed, which is located underneath, located directly on the modular battery. directly on the back of the passenger seat. When the switch 12V circuits is opened, the modular battery is completed disconnected from the 12 V mains. Fuse protection is carried out by means of fuses on the 12V distribution module. When the circuit breaker is open, the electrical input stage will not engage automatically. The following applies if one of the devices breaks down • Check the fuse on the corresponding electric circuit. • Replace the fuse. • If the fuse blows again please contact your authorized Hobby dealer.

  • Page 96: Mobile Navigation

    07-12 Electrical Installations Battery charger with a distribution module 7.7 Mobile navigation As an optional feature, your mobile home can be equipped The charger and distribution module with integrated with a mobile navigation system and integrated rear view fuses are located in front of the modular battery under the camera, which can be clipped into a special holder on the passenger‘s seat. dashboard. It then functions immediately. • Press the right switch forward. • First remove the right-hand side of the sat-nav device, then the left-hand side.

  • Page 97: Subsequently Installed Devices

    07-13 Electrical Installations 7.8 Subsequently installed devices • R emove the device from the holder when you park your mobile home, as otherwise it will continue to use electricity and the starter battery might be discharged. Subsequently installed electronic devices that can be used while • R ead the device manufacturer‘s operating instructions driving (e.g. mobile phones, wireless equipment, radios, came- carefully before initial operation. 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 • Do not allow yourself to be distracted by this device as this may cause accidents. EU Guideline 72/245/EWG as it appears in version 95/54/EG, • Never operate the device while driving. because otherwise it may cause interference with the electronic • Check the display panel only when the traffic situation systems already installed in the motor home. is safe for doing so. A CE mark is mandatory for devices that have been subsequent- ly installed and which cannot be used while driving.
  • Page 98 07-14 Electrical Installations...

  • Page 99: Chapter 8: Water

    08-1 Water 8.2 Water supply Chapter 8: Water 8.1 General The water supply system corresponds to the current sta- tus of technology as per 10/2009 [Directive 2002/72/EC]. • Always use water that is of drinkable quality when wor- The motor home is equipped with a fixed fresh water tank. An king with food.
  • Page 100 Water 08-2 • Turn all taps to “warm”; let the water run and wait until the Emptying the fresh water tank water runs without bubbles. This is the only way to ensure • The outlet valve is located either next to the fresh that the warm water boiler is also filled with water.

  • Page 101: Waste Water Tank

    08-3 Water Waste water tank As an optional feature, the waste water tank can be outfitted with a heating cartridge (approx. 40 W) which prevents waste water from freezing in a light frost. Following activation of the waste water heating unit from the control panel it begins ope- ration once the temperature of the waste water falls below approx.
  • Page 102 Water 08-4 drain cocks. If possible open the filler cap of the fresh water tank. Turn the water taps to the middle position and let them run. Attach hand showers to the shower fitting. Check that water is draining out. Clean the tanks and rinse them thoroughly. Allow the water system to dry for as long as possible.

  • Page 103: Hot Water Supply

    08-5 Water 8.3 Hot water supply Your motor home is equipped with a heating system with integrated boiler. The boiler holds 10 litres of water. During summer use the water can be heated independently of the heating system. Please see Chapter 9.3 Heating for instruc- tions on operating the boiler.
  • Page 104 08-6 Water Use toilet fluids very sparingly. An overdose is no guaran- Never fill toilet fluids directly into the toilet bowl. tee of preventing possible odours! • Push the waste tank back into position. • Fill the waste tank with the correct amount of toilet fluids. •...
  • Page 105 Water 08-7 Using the toilet Emptying the waste tank The waste tank must be emptied at the latest when the LED • Turn the toilet bowl to a comfortable position. lights up. It is recommended that the tank is emptied before •...
  • Page 106 Water 08-8 Water connection for external shower Only empty the waste tank at specially designated dis- (special request) posal points and never in open spaces! • Take the waste tank to a designated disposal site, Opening making sure to hold the drain nozzle in an upright position. •...

  • Page 107: Chapter 9: Gas

    09-1 Chapter 9: Gas If you suspect that gas is leaking, take the following measures immediately: 9.1 General safety rules when using LPG • Close the stop valve on the gas cylinder. fittings • Ignition sources such as open flames or smoking are strictly forbidden. Checking the gas fittings • Air the rooms. • Clear the danger zone. • Before initial operation have the LPG fittings checked by • Inform your immediate surroundings (groundsman) an expert. and, if necessary, the fire brigade. • The gas fittings must be checked every 2 years by an LPG expert. This must be confirmed on the certificate (in ac- The gas fittings may only be taken into operation again after they have been checked by an expert. cordance with Form G 607 from the German Association of Gas and Water Experts (DVGW) and EN 1949). • The regulator and waste gas pipes must also be checked. Built-in objects and changes • We recommend that you replace the safety regulator at • Objects may only be built in and changes to the gas fit- least every 6 years.
  • Page 108 09-2 Regulators and valves Before initial operation • Pressure governors must have a fixed pressure of 30 • The waste gas pipe must be tightly connected to the hea- mbar. The regulations of EN 12864, Appendix D apply ac- ting and chimney without any leaks. It may not be dama- cordingly. The pressure governors must have a minimum ged. flow rate of 1.2 hx/h. • Keep vents clear. • Attach the high-pressure hose on the bottle carefully by • Remove any snow from the chimney. hand (note: left-handed thread). Do not use spanners, • Clear aspirating openings for combustion air in the side pliers or similar tools. all from dirt and/or snow. Otherwise, the exhaust fumes • If the temperature is below 5°C use the de-frosting facility could have a CO content higher than allowed. (ice-ex) for regulators. • Do not close the safety vents. • Never use portable cookers or heating devices, except electric heating devices, however not radiant heaters, The operating pressure for gas is 30 mbar. since they can cause fires or suffocation. Read the manufacturer’s operating manuals carefully!

  • Page 109: Gas Supply

    09-3 9.2 Gas supply Gas bottle cabinet The motor home is equipped with a propane gas system (gas Depending on the model access to the gas bottle cabinet is bottle not included in scope of delivery). This system is used either via the rear storage compartment or separately in the to run the following equipment: side wall. - Cooker - Refrigerator The gas bottle cabinet holds 2 x 11 kg propane gas cylinders. - Heating - Hot water boiler These are connected to the gas pressure governor mounted - Oven on the wall by means of high-pressure hoses with integrated - Possibly special accessories protection against breakage. The governor is equipped with a gas flow monitor and an integrated test connection. Therefore, operation of the heating system while driving is explicitly permit- ted. The cylinders are secured using two independent straps.
  • Page 110 09-4 The following applies to the gas bottle cabinet: • Hold the hose breakage protector; unscrew the knurled nut • Always check the gas cylinder mountings before driving. (left-handed thread) and remove the breakage protection and the high-pressure hose from the gas cylinder. Stand the gas cylinders upright and close the valves (un- less the heating is being used while driving). • Loosen the fixing strap and remove the gas cylinder. • Replace the full gas cylinder in the gas bottle cabinet and • Pull any loose straps tight. • The high-pressure hose to the cylinders must be checked carefully fasten it using the fixing straps. • Put the hose breakage protector and the high-pressure for leaks using the leak detector every time a cylinder is changed. hose back on the cylinder and screw up the knurled nut • The gas bottle cabinet is not suitable for storing additional (left-handed thread) tightly by hand. items. • Open the main stop valve; press the green button on • The stop valves on the gas cylinders must always be the hose breakage protector and the silver button on the easily accessible.
  • Page 111 09-5 DuoCo mfort Heating (Oven) Gas cooker Refrigerator Switching valve for the two-cylinder gas unit The following applies to stop valves and valves: • All the valves on gas devices must be closed while driving. As an optional feature, your vehicle has a switching valve for The only exception is for the valves for heating devices the gas unit. Without interrupting the gas supply, the valve being used while driving. automatically switches the gas cylinders. a Turn the knob to the left or right to determine which Over the years, vibrations can cause slight leakages to cylinder is to be used. occur. If you suspect that there are leakages, have your dealer or an authorised workshop for gas facilities check b Shows the status of the cylinder in use. your system. Green: full Red: empty Never carry out leak tests near an open flame.
  • Page 112 09-6 Function DuoC • Attach gas cylinders and open the valves of both gas cylinders. Turn the knob to the left or right as far as it will If the pressure in the cylinder is less that 0.5 bar, the valve will automatically switch the cylinder. Do not change the cylinders near an open fire and never smoke when changing them! Remote indicator for the switching valve As an optional feature, your vehicle is equipped with a remote indicator for the switching valve for the two-cylinder gas unit. a Operation in summer. Press the switch down and the LED will show the status of the cylinder in use. b Display switched off. c Operation in winter. Press the switch up and, in addition to showing the status, the switching valve will be heated (yellow LED lights up). d Red LED (cylinder in use is empty) e Green LED (cylinder in use is full) f Yellow LED (operation in winter)

  • Page 113: Chapter 10: Built-In Devices

    10-1 Built-in devices Chapter 10: Built-in devices Please also refer to the instructions in Chapter 9 for opera- ting gas devices, gas regulators and gas bottles. 10.1 General Information Please observe the instructions in Chapter 7 for operating In this chapter, you will find information on the devices that electrical devices.

  • Page 114: Heating

    10-2 Built-in devices 10.2 Heating Combi The LPG heating system in your motor home has been de- ° signed to allow operation while driving. The requirements of EU Guideline 2001/56/EC for heating devices have been ° fulfilled so that LPG cannot escape involuntarily if there is g, h an accident.
  • Page 115 10-3 Built-in devices To activate • Push in the knob at position (m) slightly and, at the same time, move it 90° towards position (k). • If the switch is in position (k), the knob will remain in posi- tion (m). To deactivate •...

  • Page 116: Winter Operation

    10-4 Built-in devices Combi Combi ° ° ° ° g, h g, h ° ° Summer operation Winter operation • Turn the rotary switch on the operating panel to Position c Heating with regulated water temperature (summer operation 40°C or 60°C). •...
  • Page 117 10-5 Built-in devices revert back to the lowest setting and heat the water in the Heating with drained water system boiler to 60° C. The yellow LED (g) will go out when the • Set the rotary switch to operating position (d). water temperature has been reached.
  • Page 118 Built-in devices 10-6 Turning off At temperatures below approx. 7°C turn on the heating • Turn the heater off using the rotary switch (position f). The first in order to warm up the installation area and the green LED (b) will go out. FrostControl on the drain valve.

  • Page 119: Electric Heating

    10-7 Built-in devices a Rotary switch for selecting type of energy Combi E b Electrical operation: 230 V, 1800 W c Electrical operation: 230 V, 900 W d Operating on gas e Mixed operation* (gas and electrical operation, 900 W) Mixed operation* (gas and electrical operation, 1800 W) g Yellow LED lit up: "Electrical operation"...

  • Page 120: Auxiliary Heating In The Driver's Cab

    Built-in devices 10-8 10.4 Auxiliary Heating in the Driver's Cab (Special Accessory)) As a special accessory, your vehicle can be equipped with auxiliary heating for the driver's cab and the motor. This heating unit is integrated in the water circuit; electric power is supplied by means of the 12V modular battery.

  • Page 121: Refrigerator

    10-9 Built-in devices 10.5 Refrigerator Modes of operation Three modes of operation are possible for the refrigerator. - 12 V operation: electricity is supplied by the motor home’s battery. - 230 V operation: electricity is supplied from an external source. - LPG: supply is from the motor home’s gas bottles 12 V operation 12 V operation can only be used while driving, when the mo-...
  • Page 122 Built-in devices 10-10 • To turn the refrigerator off turn the energy selector switch to the O position. 230 V operation • Turn the energy selector switch to mains • Set the temperature using the thermostat. • To turn the refrigerator off turn the energy selector switch to the O position.

  • Page 123: Freezer Compartment

    10-11 Built-in devices To avoid mould or unpleasant odours always lock the refrigerator door in the ventilation position when the refri- gerator is turned off. Freezer compartment If the outside temperature and the rate of humidity are very high, drops of water may form on the metal frame of the separate freezer compartment.

  • Page 124: Gas Cooker

    Built-in devices 10-12 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.
  • Page 125 10-13 Built-in devices • To turn off the gas flame, turn the rotary switch back to the “0” position • Close the main gas stop valve on the gas cooker. Use oven gloves or potholders when handling hot pots, pans or similar objects. You may be burned! After cooking, leave the glass covering open until the burner no longer emits heat.

  • Page 126: Oven

    Built-in devices 10-14 • Never operate the oven when it is empty (no food inside). • Never use the grill (special accessory) for longer than 25 minutes. • Never use the oven to heat the motor home. Switching on • Turn on the 12 V power supply at the main switch of the control panel.

  • Page 127: Fume Hood

    10-15 Built-in devices Switching off • Turn the rotary switch to the “0” position. The flame will be extinguished. • Close the main stop valve on the gas cylinder and the gas stop valve “Oven”. 10.8 Fume Hood (Special Accessory) As an option, the kitchen can be fitted with a fume hood.

  • Page 128: Rooftop Air Conditioning

    Built-in devices 10-16     10.9 Rooftop Air Conditioning (Special To set the direction of ventilation Accessory) • First turn the knob counter-clockwise. As an optional feature, your vehicle is equipped with an air • Set the slide to correspond with the desired direction of conditioner in the living room instead of a skylight.

  • Page 129: Chapter 11: Maintenance And Care

    The following applies for maintenance intervals: For a comfortable climate inside the caravan, there must be • Have the first maintenance carried out by a HOBBY dealer sufficient ventilation. This also avoids corrosive damage due 12 months after the vehicle was first registered.

  • Page 130: Cleaning The Exterior

    11-2 Maintenance and Care 11.3 Care Dry the headlights and sockets thoroughly, as water collects there easily. Cleaning the exterior The vehicle should not be washed more often than necessary. Washing with a high pressure cleaner Wash the vehicle only in places provided for this purpose. Do not spray stickers and external decors directly with the high pressure cleaner as they could peel away as a result.

  • Page 131: Cleaning The Interior

    • 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 Window panes require particularly careful treatment.
  • Page 132 11-4 Maintenance and Care • Have very dirty upholstery and curtains dry-cleaned. Do not The following applies for furniture surfaces: wash them yourself! • Clean the surface of wooden furniture with a damp cloth or • If necessary, wash them carefully using the foam from mild- sponge.

  • Page 133: Winter Lay Up For The Mobile Home

    11-5 Maintenance and Care Accessories 11.4 Winter Lay Up for the Mobile Home The camping season often ends when winter starts. Your The following applies for their care: • Clean plastic parts (e.g. fenders, skirts) with water of up to mobile home must be prepared accordingly before being laid up for the winter.
  • Page 134 Maintenance and Care 11-6 The following applies for tanks and containers: of mould from condensation. • Set up a dehumidifier (such as salt) inside the camper and • Empty and clean the fresh water tank. • Empty and clean the waste water tank. dry the granulate or change it regularly.

  • Page 135: Winter Operation

    11-7 Maintenance and Care 11. 5 Winter Operation The following applies for ventilation: • Set the heating to maximum power when heating up the vehicle and open all of the upper cupboards, curtains and Preparations shades/screens. This enables you to achieve optimum Your mobile home has been designed to allow you to use it to ventilation and de-aerating.

  • Page 136: At The End Of The Winter Season

    Maintenance and Care 11-8 • Do not let the interior cool down completely when you are At the end of the winter season away or at night; set the heating to low and leave it on. The following applies for the care of the vehicle: •...

  • Page 137: Chapter 12: Sanitation And Environmental Protection

    12-1 Sanitation and Environmental Protection Chapter 12: Sanitation and Environmental Protection 12.1 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.
  • Page 138 Sanitation and Environmental Protection 12-2 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.
  • Page 139 12-3 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.

  • Page 140: Returning The Vehicle

    Sanitation and Environmental Protection 12-4 12.2 Returning the vehicle 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 will be taken back free of charge by any Ford dealer and expertly recycled.

  • Page 141: Chapter 13: Technical Data

    T 500 FSC Van (A) 2444 2697 3500 T 500 FSC LE Van (A) 2505 2758 3500 TL 500 GESC Van Exclusive (K) 2600 2853 3500 T 600 FC Siesta Exclusive (X) 2603 2856 3500 T 650 FLC Siesta Exclusive (X)

  • Page 142: Inflation Pressures

    Technical Data 13-2 13.2 Inflation pressures Tyres Tyre pressure (bar) Basis Michelin XC Camping 215/75 R 16 C front: 3,5 rear: 5,5 FORD other tyre manufacturers* 185/75 R 16 C front: 4,7 rear: 3,5 FORD 215/75 R 16 C front: 3,5 rear: 4,75 FORD * These tyre inflation pressures are only valid for standard tyres by alternative manufacturers (e.g.

  • Page 143: Technical Data

    FORD Transit FT 350 M 2.2 TDCi (103 kW) Flat bottom 205914 lowered SAWIKO 30LF70003P Typ 05 (3009000500) TL 500 GESC Van Exclusive FORD Transit FT 350 L 2.2 TDCi (85 kW) Flat bottom 205913 lowered SAWIKO 30LF70001P Typ 05 (3009000500)
  • Page 144 Technical Data 13-4 Unbraked Braked Length Permissible Permiss. Maximum Rear Belt Seats t.z.G. Total Height Width Front tread Wheel Front Rear trailer trailer of super- front axle rear axle towing tread system length width base projection projection [kg] load load load weight width...
  • Page 145 FORD Transit FT 350 M 2.2 TDCi (103 kW) Flat bottom 205914 lowered SAWIKO 30LF70003P Typ 05 (3009000500) TL 500 GESC Van Exclusive FORD Transit FT 350 L 2.2 TDCi (85 kW) Flat bottom 205913 lowered SAWIKO 30LF70001P Typ 05 (3009000500)
  • Page 146 13-6 Technical Data Unbraked Braked Length Permissible Permiss. Maximum Rear t.z.G. Belt Seats Total Height Width Front tread Wheel Front Rear trailer trailer of super- front axle rear axle towing tread system [kg] length width base projection projection load load load weight width...

  • Page 147: Tyres And Rims For Basic Motor Home Vehicles

    215/75 R 16 C 5 / 65 / 160 5½ J x 16, ET 56 215/75 R 16 C 5 / 65 / 160 cannot supply light alloy rims. At present, the manufacturer TL 500 GESC Van Exclusive 3500 1750 2250 215/75 R 16 C 5 / 65 / 160 5½...
  • Page 148 215/75 R 16 C 5 / 65 / 160 5½ J x 16, ET 56 215/75 R 16 C 5 / 65 / 160 cannot supply light alloy rims. At present, the manufacturer TL 500 GESC Van Exclusive 3850 1750 2250 215/75 R 16 C 5 / 65 / 160 5½...

  • Page 149: Accessory Weights

    Truma Combi 6 E GOLDSCHMITT additional pneumatic suspension 12.0 WEBASTO auxiliary heating Winter cover for refrigerator grid Hobby multimedia package 23.0 Hobby surround sound system ELAC Interior upholstery for driver's and passenger's seats Leather upholstery 12.0 Motorcycle mount 36.0 Mud flaps, rear...
  • Page 150 13-10 Technical Data...

  • Page 151: Index

    Ix-1 Index Index Changing the tire 04-7 Forced ventilation 05-3 Charging process 07-7 Electric heating system 10-7 Freezer compartment 10-11 deep discharge protection 07-8 Electric power supply 07-6 Fresh water tank 08-2 Access ladder protecting devices 07-8 Electric power supply unit 07-7 to empty 08-2 bed in external storage when engine is running 07-9...
  • Page 152 Index Ix-2 operating in winter 10-4 TV mount 06-6 Rims 04-3 to switch off 10-6 Operating in winter 11-7 Roof bonnets 06-23 to operate 10-4 anti-freeze measures 11-8 Roof load 02-6 Hinged windows 06-19 ventilation 11-7 Roof rail 05-10 Upkeep 11-2 Hot water supply 08-5 Operating the cooker 10-13 Rooftop air conditioning 10-16...

  • Page 153: Appendix

    "personal luggage" from the "technically permissible overall mass". Simply enter the date for your personal motor home in the table on the next page. If you have any questions or if anything is unclear, your HOBBY dealer will be pleased to assist you.
  • Page 154 Appendix A-2 Model: Technically permissible overall mass: Mass when the vehicle is ready to start (incl. gas, water, electricity, driver and fuel): Conventional load (no. of seats [excl. driver] x 75 kg: Additional equipment: 10.) 11.) 12.) 13.) 14.) 15.) Personal luggage = (10 x N) + (10 x L): N - Total number of seats (incl.

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