Page 1 SIESTA VAN • SIESTA • SIESTA ALKOVEN MANUAL...
Page 2 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.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
00-1 Introduction Chapter 1: Introduction Tyre pressure ............04-2 General information ..........01-1 Tread depth ............04-2 Before taking your first drive ........01-1 Wheel rims ............. 04-3 Designations in the operating instructions ..... 01-2 Snow chains ............04-3 Fast tyre repair kit ..........04-4 Chapter 2: Safety Changing a tyre ............
Page 4 Introduction 00-2 6.12 Seats in the driver's cabin ........06-22 10.3 Refrigerator ............10-14 6.13 Construction of the seats ........06-24 10.4 Gas Cooker ............10-18 6.14 Seatbelts in the caravan........06-25 10.5 Oven ..............10-20 6.15 Overview of the seating arrangements ....06-26 10.6 Fume Hood ............
Page 5: Introduction
For this • Please ensure that all of the deadlines for checking reason, no claims may be asserted against HOBBY based equipment and inspections are met. on the contents of this user manual. Those accessories that 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 This manual explains the motor home in the following manner: • Check the tyre pressure. Please refer to the section on tyre pressure Texts and illustrations •...
Page 7 01-3 Introduction Handling instructions Optional Extras Handling instructions are also given in the form of key words You have selected a mobile home that is equipped to taste. beginning with the symbol “•“. This user manual describes all of the models and equipment offered within the same programme.
Page 8 Introduction 01-4...
Page 9: Chapter 2: Safety
Safety 02-1 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 (Switch on battery circuit breaker), steering and brakes all 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. • If necessary switch the refrigerator to 12 V operation. • Close all of the gas stop valves on the gas devices, with • Ensure that no liquids, including those in the refrigerator, the exception of the stop valve for the heating if the vehicle will leak.
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 loading, use a public weighing facility to check the Passenger safety total weight and axle loads. The following applies while driving: • Only those seats equipped with safety belts may be used Roof load (50 kg maximum) by passengers.
Page 15 Safety 02-7 Driving Driving arround corners Take a trial drive before leaving on your first large journey in Due to its height, a motor home begins to sway more quickly order to familiarize yourself with the motor 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 motor home.
Page 17: When You Stop Driving
02-9 Safety 2.8 When you stop driving Selecting a parking space The following applies for selecting a parking space: • Select a parking space that is as level as possible. • If possible, pick your spot in daylight. Securing the vehicle The following applies when securing the vehicle: •...
Page 18 Safety 02-10 Switching electric consumption: Saving energy in winter The following applies when switching electric consumption: It is very easy to save energy inside your motor home. This • Switch the refrigerator from 12 V to accelerator or 230 V. applies especially to heating in winter.
Page 19: Chapter 3: Chassis
1. Technically permissible overall mass changes are made! The technically permissible maximum weight has been deter- mined according to the specifications made by the Hobby Technical changes may only be carried out after being released by the manufacturer. camper manufacturer in connection with the manufacturer of the previous construction stages (FIAT).
Page 20 Chassis 03-2 4. Loading FIAT The additional load is equal to the "technically permissible Siesta, Siesta AK maximum weight" minus the "weight (mass) when ready to a) Supply of liquefied petroleum gas drive". This value must take into account the weights for passengers (conventional load: 75 kg x no.
Page 21: Leveling Supports
Chassis 03-3 3.3 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.
Page 22: Entrance Step
Chassis 03-4 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. Continue pressing the switch until the step has completely folded in or out.
Page 23: Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)
The compressor is activated from the driver’s cabin ope- Hobby type plate (in the motor compartment on the upper rating panel using the On/Off button , thereby filling the front cross member of the radiator).
Page 24 Chassis 03-6 The optimum air pressure is achieved when the vehicle is standing horizontally. The minimum air pressure must be high enough to ensure that the air bellows cannot snap through. When the vehicle is empty this pressure is approx. 0.5 bar (please check individually);...
Page 25: Towing Fixture
03-7 Chassis 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.
Page 26: Externally Mounted Fixtures
As an option, your motor home can be equipped with an au- tomatic transmission (Comfort-Matic) which has two methods of operation: MANUAL/gearshift and AUTO(MATIC). Since • Have your HOBBY dealer mount your externally mounted the clutch is engaged and released by means of an electro- fixtures.
Page 27 03-9 Chassis These three positions are not fixed, i.e. after the lever has Parking the vehicle been 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). Fur- Manual operation thermore, when parking on a slope, you must also pull the This method of operation allows the driver to select a suitable...
Page 28 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.
Page 29: Chapter 4: Wheels, Tyres, Brakes
• Avoid braking sharply and racing starts. • Avoid long drives on poor roads. 4.1 Wheels • Never drive an overloaded vehicle. When driving the mobile home for the first time, please check the tyre bolts after 50 km to ensure that they are tight and, if necessary, tighten any loose bolts; tightening torque: 160 Nm Tubeless tyres have been mounted on your HOBBY motor for 15" rims (steel + light alloy) and 180 Nm for 16" rims home. Under no circumstances may tubes be inserted in (steel + light alloy). After this, the tyre bolts should be checked these tyres! regularly that they are securely tightened. Winter tires are mandatory in many EU countries! 4.2 Tyres...
Page 30: 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 should be checked approx. Safety limit in summer: 3.0 mm every 4 weeks and before you go on longer journeys. Safety limit in winter: 4.0 mm The following applies when checking inflation pressure: Tyres may not be exchanged crosswise, i.e. from the right side • Check the pressure only when the tyre is cold (also refer of the vehicle to the left and vice versa. to Table 12.2 Tyre Inflation Pressure). Tyres age even if they are used seldom or not at all. • If checking or correcting the pressure of a warm tyre, the pressure must be 0.3 bar higher than for a cold tyre. Tyre manufacturers‘ recommendations The following applies for inflation pressure: • Irrespective of their tread depth, tyres should be changed - correct inflation pressure...
Page 31: Wheel Rims
04-3 Wheels, tyres, brakes 4.5 Wheel rims 4.6 Snow chains Only use the rims noted in the registration documents. Never drive faster than 50 km/h. Should you wish to use other rims, please note the following. Do not use snow chains on snow-free roads. The following applies when using other wheel rims: Snow chains can only be mounted to tyres that are just - Size, as large as the tyres originally mounted on your vehicle. - construction, Snow chains may only be mounted on the front drive wheels; it is strictly forbidden to mount snow chains on - injection depth and the rear wheels. - The load bearing capacity must be sufficient for the per- missible total axle weight. Ornamental hub caps must be removed before putting on - The cone of the fastening screw must correspond to the snow chains. construction of the wheel rim.
Page 32: Fast Tyre Repair Kit
04-4 Wheels, tyres, brakes 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. Therefore, please note this date. It is not possible to guarantee that the tyre repair kit will function properly if the sealant has expired. 4.7 Fast tyre repair kit Your mobile home does not have a spare tyre. Instead, a fast tyre repair kit is included. Do not use the fast tyre repair kit if the tyre was damaged by being driven when insufficiently inflated. If the tyre rim is damaged (i.e. if the groove is deformed so that air escapes) it is not possible to repair the tyre. Small punctures, especially in the tyre tread (with a max. diameter of 4 mm) can be sealed using the fast tyre repair kit. Do not remove foreign matter (e.g. a screw or nail) from the tyre.
Page 33: Changing A Tyre
04-5 Wheels, tyres, brakes 4.8 Changing a tyre • Remove the wheel mounting screws and lift off the tire. • Place the spare tire on the wheel hub and align it. The car jack may only be inserted in the appropriate • Screw the bolts on and tighten them in a diagonal sequen- mounting holes! If the car jack is attached in other places, this may cause damage to the vehicle or even accidents if • Lower the car jack and remove it. the vehicle falls off the jack. • Tighten the wheel mounting screws evenly with the wheel spanner. Please refer to the operating instructions for The car jack is to be used only for changing tires. It may the base vehicle for the specified value of the tightening never be used when working underneath the vehicle! torque of the wheel mounting screws. Danger of death! • Place the tire you have removed in the (possibly existing) spare tire holder and then shut the holder. The levelling supports may not be used as a car jack! When changing a tire, please also observe the vehicle manufacturer‘s operating instructions. Changing a tire • 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.
Page 34: Brakes
04-6 Wheels, tyres, brakes 4.9 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. In your own interests, you should have the brakes checked regularly by your FIAT repair shop. Please also note the information regarding FIAT service workshops on page 11-1. 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. • Use only brake fluids with the same qualities as those fluids already in the brake circuit. Further information is given in the operating instructions for the FIAT-Ducato.
Page 35: Chapter 5: Exterior Structure
05-1 Exterior Structure Chapter 5: Exterior Structure 5.1 Overview of tank and service flaps A55 GS Siesta Sport A65 GM Siesta Family Storage flap Toilet flap Gas box flap A60 GF A70 GM...
Page 36 05-2 Exterior Structure T60 FL T60 H Storage flap Toilet flap Gas box flap T65 GE T60 GQ...
Page 37 05-3 Exterior Structure T65 HGF T65 GF Storage flap Toilet flap Gas box flap T65 HFL T70 GQ...
Page 38 05-4 Exterior Structure T70 HGE V60 GF Storage flap Toilet flap Gas box flap T70 HGQ V65 GE...
Page 39: Ventilation
05-5 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 venti- lation.
Page 40 05-6 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 grills must remain firmly mounted while driving to escape.
Page 41: Opening And Closing Doors And Flaps
05-7 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 fuel tank cap. Note the manufacturer‘s operating instructions for the basic vehicle.
Page 42 Exterior Structure 05-8 Entrance door internal Closing • Pull the door shut until you hear it lock. Opening Locking • Push the bolt down (green section) • Push the bolt up (red section) 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 43 05-9 Exterior Structure Garage flap Flap locks To open Some of the external flaps can be fastened using the lock • Unlatch both locks with the key. The handles will be slightly on the outside wall of the mobile home. projected.
Page 44 05-10 Exterior Structure Gas-bottle Container Flap Toilet flap The ventilation grill of the gas-bottle container flap must Opening not be closed or covered. • Use key to unlock flap • Press both buttons ( ) and open flap. To open •...
Page 45 05-11 Exterior Structure 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.
Page 46 Exterior Structure 05-12 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- •...
Page 47: Rear Ladder
05-13 Exterior Structure To fold 5.4 Rear ladder • 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. •...
Page 48 05-14 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...
Page 49 05-15 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 50: Bicycle Carrier
05-16 Exterior Structure 5.5 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 should be adjusted accordingly to take this into consideration: 50 kg (for partly integrated models) and 60 kg (for alcoves),...
Page 51: Velo Ebike Carrier
05-17 Exterior Structure • 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.
Page 52: Sun Awning
05-18 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 53: 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 Opening • Press the top of the pushbutton to unlock the flap. • Pull on the handle until the flap opens. Closing •...
Page 54 Interior Structure 06-2 Furniture doors with handle Furniture doors with turning knob Bath room door Wardrobes • Push the handle to open and shut the door. • Turn the knob to open or shut the door.
Page 55 06-3 Interior Structure Doors with push locks Sliding doors Shoe compartment, kitchen drawers Washroom cabinet Opening Opening • Depress the push lock until the knob pops out. • Grasp the handle of the sliding doors and push them • Pull gently on the handle and the door will open. open.
Page 56: Television Holder For Flat-Screen Monitor
Interior Structure 06-4 6.2 Television holder for flat-screen monitor To unlock, press the metal rail and, at the same time, 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.
Page 57: Tables
06-5 Interior Structure 6.3 Tables • Pull the table top out of the upper wall bracket • Hook the table top into the lower wall bracket . The lock must move up to lock into place. Hanging table • Place the shortened supporting leg at the front edge of When lowered, the hanging table can be used as a base frame the table top on the floor.
Page 58: Bed Conversion
Interior Structure 06-6 6.4 Bed conversion Converting the Transverse Seat The seating arrangements can be converted to beds. In order to use the additional bed in the rear, the transverse seat must be converted. Conversion • Remove the seat and back cushions. Conversion •...
Page 59 06-7 Interior Structure 6.5 Washroom with Sliding Wall • Extend or unfold the shower walls. • Put everything back into place by folding in the shower You can slide the washroom Wall in the SiestaT60 FL and walls and pushing them back. T65 HFL models in order to use the shower.
Page 60 Interior Structure 06-8 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. Vorbereitung •...
Page 61: Rearranging The Cushions
06-9 Interior Structure Rearranging the cushions 6.6 Rearranging Rearranging the cushions A65 GM Family A70 GM the cushions Additional cushion Additional cushion Seat cushion Seat cushion Seat cushion Seat cushion 1020 x 750 x 125 1020 x 750 x 125 Additional cushion Additional cushion 1945 x 265 x 125...
Page 62 Interior Structure 06-10 Rearranging the cushions Rearranging the cushions T60 FL T65 GE Additional cushion Additional cushion 1033 x 539 x 125 1033 x 539 x 125 Seating area Seating area pushed forward pushed forward Rear back Rear back cushion cushion folded down folded down...
Page 63 06-11 Interior Structure Rearranging the cushions Rearranging the cushions T65 GF T70 GQ Additional cushion Additional cushion 1033 x 539 x 125 1033 x 539 x 125 Seating area pushed forward Seating area pushed forward Rear back Rear back cushion cushion folded down folded down...
Page 64 Interior Structure 06-12 Rearranging the cushions Rearranging the cushions V60 GF Van V65 GE Van 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 folded down...
Page 65: Widening The Beds
06-13 Interior Structure 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.
Page 66: Alcoves/Queen-Size Bed, Crossways/Alcove Bed
Interior Structure 06-14 6.7 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!
Page 67 06-15 Interior Structure Access ladder Alcove Bed, Mechanical Ladders are used to access alcoves, upper bunk beds and To operate beds at the rear end of the mobile home (model-specific). • Remove the backs and head rests from the seating bench. •...
Page 68 Interior Structure 06-16 • When sleeping, always clip the netting that protects you • Hand the ladder in the handle. from falling out into place (located underneath the mattress). • Maximum load for the alcove bed: 200 kg • Before driving, return the alcove bed to its original upright position and lock it into place.
Page 69: Windows
06-17 Interior Structure 6.9 Windows Sunshade/insect screen Knockout windows with locking hooks Sunshades and insect screens are integrated in the window from and fully adjustable. Opening • Turn the latch by 90°. Closing • Press the window latch outwards until you hear it click. •...
Page 70 Interior Structure 06-18 Skylight To combine • Pull the sunshade down slowly and evenly, then pull the The skylight cannot be opened. It is fitted with an integral insect screen down to the desired position. dimming shade which can be drawn as required by pulling it.
Page 71: Dimming System For Driver's Cabin
06-19 Interior Structure 6.10 Dimming system for driver's cabin Front system • Press the locks together to open the locking mechanism. • Press the clasp together in the middle. The magnetic The dimming shades may only be drawn when the vehicle is lock will automatically lock.
Page 72: Skylight
Interior Structure 06-20 6.11 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 73 06-21 Interior Structure 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 74: Seats In The Driver's Cabin
Interior Structure 06-22 Swivelling seats • Pull the armrests (model-specific) up. • Release the lever to swivel the seat. The seat will be relea- sed from the locking position. • Swivel the seat to the desired position. 6.12 Seats in the driver's cabin Please refer to the operating instructions of the basic vehi- cle for information on operating these.
Page 75 06-23 Interior Structure Movable passenger seat Changing the position (model-specific / optional extra) • Pull the lever up and hold it tight. • Push the seat toward the centre of the vehicle. In some models (e.g. A60 GF) the passenger seat can be •...
Page 76: Construction Of The Seats
Interior Structure 06-24 6.13 Construction of the seats Cushion fastenings Seat cushions are held in place by an anti-slip mat. The back cushions are fastened with Velcro. Ensure that the seat cushions and backrests are fastened securely and correctly.
Page 77: Seatbelts In The Caravan
06-25 Interior Structure • 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.
Page 78: Overview Of The Seating Arrangements
Interior Structure 06-26 6.15 Overview of the seating arrangements A55 GS Sport A65 GM Family Seats 1 - 4: may be used while driving. Seats 1 - 6: may be used while driving. A60 GF A70 GM Seats 1 - 4: may be used while driving. Seats 1 - 5: may be used while driving Seat 6: may be used while driving if the permissible...
Page 79 06-27 Interior Structure T60 FL T60 H 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. T60 GQ T65 GE Seats 1 - 4: may be used while driving.
Page 80 Interior Structure 06-28 T65 GF T65 HGF Seats 1 - 4: may be used while driving. Seats 1 - 4: may be used while driving. Seat 5: must not be used while driving. Seats 5 - 6: must not be used while driving. T65 HFL T70 GQ Seats 1 - 4: may be used while driving.
Page 81 06-29 Interior Structure T70 HGE V60 GF 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 HGQ V65 GE Seats 1 - 4: may be used while driving.
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Page 83: Overview Of Day And Night Positions
06-31 Interior Structure 6.16 Overview of day and night positions A55 GS Sport A60 GF Day position Night position...
Page 84 06-32 Interior Structure A65 GM Family A70 GM Day position Night position...
Page 85 06-33 Interior Structure T60 FL T60 GQ Day position Night position...
Page 86 06-34 Interior Structure T60 H T65 GE T60 H Fiat Siesta 2014 Day position T60 H Night position...
Page 87 06-35 Interior Structure T65 GF T65 HFL Day position Night position...
Page 88 06-36 Interior Structure T65 HGF T70 GQ T65 HGF Fiat Siesta 2014 Day position T65 HGF Fiat Siesta 2014 Night position...
Page 89 06-37 Interior Structure T70 HGE T70 HGQ T70 HGE Fiat Siesta 2014 T70 HGQ Fiat Siesta 2014 Day position T70 HGE Fiat Siesta 2014 T70 HGQ Fiat Siesta 2014 Night position...
Page 90 06-38 Interior Structure V60 GF V65 GE Day position Night position...
Page 91: Chapter 7: Electrical Installations
07-1 Electrical Installations Chapter 7: Electrical Main elements of the electrical system • CONTROL PANEL – PC-220 HB Installations Controls the electrical consumers and shows their status. • 12V DISTRIBUTION MODULE - 7.1 Safety instructions Master relay, battery parallel relay (12V - 70A), refrigerator relay, charging device B1, safety fuses, • BATTERY CHARGING DEVICE - The following must be observed: Charges the battery in buffer operation. • Do not remove the signs on electrical components giving safety instructions or danger warnings. • ELECTRIC PROBE - • Do not use the installation compartments for the caravan Measures the contents of the fresh water tank in %. • PROBE WITH SCREWS - battery, on-board control panel, battery charger and 230 V LED display shows when waste water tank is full.
Page 92 07-2 Electrical Installations Advice and instructions • Should the ancillary battery be removed, isolate the plus pole (to prevent short circuits when turning on the motor). Important • Any changes to the electrical installations may only be car- Battery charger ried out by a professional electrician. • The charger’s capacity is 220 W. • Open battery circuit breaker and switch off 230V mains be- • The charger functions in accordance with IU0U1 charging fore carrying out maintenance work. technology. • In the case of misuse the guarantee and manufacturer’s liability Batteries will no longer apply. • Please observe the battery manufacturer’s operating instructions. • Do not plug up the ventilation and ensure that you have ade- • The acid in the battery is poisonous and corrosive. Avoid quate ventilation. contact with eyes and skin. • The completely discharged battery must be recharged for at Tank probes least 10 hours. The battery may be damaged if it has been • To avoid incrustations, particularly in the waste water tank, discharged for more than 8 weeks.
Page 93 07-3 Electrical Installations Button for monitoring the fresh water tank in “%” as well as for programming. Button for switching the radio on and off Main ON / OFF button (press for approx. 2 seconds to switch on or off). Button for the light in the outer tent. Button for switching all 12V electrical devices on and off simultaneously. If it has been switched off, the control panel for the lights cannot be operated. 4 5 6 7 Power for the clock is supplied by the ancillary battery. Control Panel PC-220 HB If the ancillary battery has been disconnected, the clock can continue to function - without displaying - for up to The standard display shows the time, filling level of the fresh two weeks. water tank and capacity of the ancillary battery. Legend Button for monitoring the inside and outside temperature as well as for programming the system. Press on the button to switch from the display for the inside to the outside tempe- rature and back again. Button for monitoring the voltage of the ancillary and the vehicle battery as well as for programming. Press on the button to switch from the display for the voltage of the ancil- lary to the voltage of the vehicle battery and back again.
Page 94 07-4 Electrical Installations Displays the time or the selected function. Displays the units of measurement. Functions Vehicle battery alarm A blinking icon displays alarm if the voltage of the vehicle battery drops below 12V. The alarm ends when the voltage is higher than 12.5V. Main control panel display Legend Ancillary battery alarm Indicates that the protection against deep discharge has been activated. A blinking icon displays alarm if the voltage of the ancillary Display: 230V mains connection. battery reaches 11.5V and a short beep will be heard. Display: charging of the battery using the motor or the external mains. A blinking icon displays alarm if the voltage of the ancillary Display: vehicle's motor has been started. battery reaches 10.5V and two short beeps will be heard. Display: filling level of fresh water tank. Display: voltage of ancillary battery.. The alarm ends when the voltage is higher than 12.5V. Blinking icon indicates empty fresh water tank. Blinking icon indicates empty ancillary battery. Blinking icon indicates full waste water tank. Blinking icon indicates empty vehicle battery.
Page 95 07-5 Electrical Installations Protection against deep discharge (battery prot- Tanks ection) 1. Fresh water tank with electronic tank probe. The display is shown in “%” as: An electronic device for protecting the battery switches off - a numerical display (in steps of 10%), all of the 12V electrical devices when the ancillary battery is empty. This will happen when the battery reaches 10V; the - and as a graph. following devices will be switched off: - water pump 2. Waste water tank with screw sounding rod - lighting group - light in the outer tent - heating system. Fresh water tank alarm The alarm is displayed visually by means of the icon. A blinking icon displays alarm if the filling level of the fresh Press the main ON /OFF button to switch all of the water tank drops below 10% and a short beep will be heard electrical devices back on for one minute. (only if the motor has been switched off). The control panel will switch off automatically when the vol- The alarm ends when the filling level is higher than 20%. tage is less than 9.5V. Waste water tank alarm If the voltage is higher than 13.5V, all of the electrical devices except the refrigerator, entrance step and aux output will A blinking icon displays alarm if the filling level of the waste...
Page 96 Electrical Installations 07-6 Digital clock Programming To set the clock, please refer to the section on “Programming”. Press the button (when the clock is displayed) for longer than 2 sec. in order to switch to the Automatic switch-off of the outer tent light programming menu. When the motor is running, the outer tent light is switched off automatically. Press the arrow keys to select the desired menu - „TIME” to set the clock Temperature - „FULL” to set all of the parameters The inside and outside temperature is measured by means of temperature sensors attached inside and outside the vehicle. and then press the button to confirm your The temperature measured is accurate by ± 1°C. selection. Change the selected parameter by pressing the arrow keys and then press the button to confirm your selection. Upon confirmation, the next parameter will automa- tically be displayed. Press the button several times to save your changes and exit from the main menu.
Page 97 07-7 Electrical Installations “TIME” menu Inside temperature Sets the inside temperature in To set the clock increments of 0.5°C. - HOURS (clock display blinks) - MINUTES (minutes blink) Outside temperature Sets the outside temperature in increments of 0.5°C. “FULL” menu To set the clock Ancillary battery - HOURS (clock display blinks) Sets the voltage of the ancillary - MINUTES (minutes blink) battery. Max. value ± 0.5V in increments of 0.1V. Acoustic alarm signals Vehicle battery - ON (to activate) Sets the voltage of the vehicle - OFF (to deactivate) battery. Max. value ± 0.5V in increments of 0.1V.
Page 98 07-8 Electrical Installations TI / Van Alcoves / Alcove bed Control Panel for Lights Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) Legend The battery sensor measures the capacity of the starter and ancillary batteries that is still available. It also shows the age TI / Van Alcoves Alcove bed of the batteries. On / Off On / Off On / Off Bed spotlight left Alcove spotlight left Bed spotlight left Legend Kitchen ceiling Kitchen ceiling Kitchen ceiling Ceiling light, seating Ceiling light, seating Spotlights Seating arrang.
Page 99 07-9 Electrical Installations Distribution module 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%.
Page 100 Electrical Installations 07-10 Fuses Jumper for connecting absorption refrigerator relay. This connects the refrigerator directly to B2. 10A fuse for supply of outer tent light or control switch Simulated D+ generator output that controls the electric for the heating element of the waste water tank. entrance step, electrical drain valve and retraction of the electric antenna. 10A fuse for supply of the radio. It is dependent on the To switch between functions for this vehicle, as set by radio button. the manufacturer, 10A fuse for supply of the heating/boiler. It is dependent A: PC220-HB on the main button. 20A fuse for supply of lighting group “A”. It is dependent on the main button. Connections 20A fuse for supply of lighting group “B”. It is dependent Electrical devices on the main button. 1) + Output heating/boiler, dependent on 30A fuse for supply of the 12V AES absorber refrigerator. main button, fuse The refrigerator will turn off automatically when the motor 2) + Output radio, dependent on radio is switched off. button, fuse 20A fuse for the aux supply (solar charger controller). 3) + Output outer tent light / control switch It is directly dependent on B2. for the heating element of the waste 25A fuses for supply of the electric step. It is directly water tank, fuse dependent on B2. 4-5-6) + Output lighting group “B”, 3A fuse for supply of gas (refrigerator, kitchen, boiler dependent on main button, fuse valve, etc.). It is directly dependent on B2.
Page 101 07-11 Electrical Installations Electrical devices Signal input ignition - variation A 19 A 1) + Output AUX (solar charge controller), 1) + Signal input ignition key contact (directly “B2”), fuse 2) + Signal input “S” network (CBE charger) 2-3) + Output AES absorption refrigerator, Signal input ignition - variation B fuse 1) N.C. 4) + Output entrance step (directly “B2”), 19 B 2) + Signal input ignition key contact fuse 5-6) + Output for equipment requiring 1) + Signal input “S” network (CBE charger) gas (refrigerator, kitchen), fuse 2) N.C. Waste water tank probe For connecting to the waste water tank Earth probe Ground connection negative pole for electrical...
Page 102: Electric Power Supply
07-12 Electrical Installations 7.3 Electric power supply The mobile home is connected to the external 230V mains by a CEE feeder plug located in the side wall. Your motor home has the following connections for electric To connect the CEE feeder plug power supply: • Flip up the cover flap of the external socket (see 05-11). - electric mains (a.c. voltage 230 V) • Completely unwind the connector cable. - caravan battery (d.c. voltage 12 V) • Open the cap of the CEE connector plug by pulling it up in a Depending on the model, the automatic circuit breaker is located 90° angle. either in the clothes cupboard, in the step for the bed at the • Insert the plug until it locks into place.
Page 103 07-13 Electrical Installations 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. (Provided there is no protection against overheating) The 230 V mains connection in the motor home has been designed for a total power consumption of 3000 W. If addi- tional devices requiring electricity are connected, such as a water heater, etc., you must ensure that this electric power value is not exceeded, taking other electrical equipment in use, such as the refrigerator, therme, etc., into account. Residual current device The standard version of your vehicle is equipped with a residual current device that will interrupt the electric circuit in case of a possible residual current. Should there be a mal- function, the passenger circuit breaker opens the entire 230 V circuit. In most cases, such a malfunction is caused by a de- fect piece of electric equipment or a defect in its supply line. Repairs must not be carried out on the residual current device.
Page 104: Function Of The Power Generating Unit
07-14 Electrical Installations 7.4 Function of the power generating unit A residual current device does not guarantee any protec- tion against the danger from an electric shock. It does not protect against possible electrical accidents. Position of the battery charger The charger is located under the passenger seat. The tripping time for the residual current device (RCD) with a residual current of 30 mA is less than 0.1 seconds. Operation with 230V mains electricity After connecting to the mains, both the ancillary and the vehicle battery will automatically be charged by the battery After putting the electric system into operation, the function of charger in the mobile home (even if the Control Panel has not the residual current device must be checked. After voltage has been switched on). been applied to the switch and it is on (set to I-ON) it must set off when you press the test button Charging procedure The charger represents the current status of technology and This check should be carried out at least once a month to en- charges in three phases in accordance with the so-called sure that the residual current device functions perfectly in case curve. The charging period should be at least 12 hours.
Page 105 07-15 Electrical Installations Total discharge protection Function of the battery charger If the battery voltage of the ancillary battery sinks below Protecting the device 10.5 V a relay shuts down all equipment using power. If the battery charger should become hot because of high en- vironmental temperatures or high charging currents, a built-in If the total discharge protection is activated turn off the thermal switch turns off the battery charger until the temperature 12V main switch to avoid an additional discharge of the in the battery charger has dropped again. ancillary battery. Check list • Turn off the motor. • Connect the battery charger to the mains supply. • Switch on the 12V main switch. • Turn off all equipment (also refrigerator) using 12V power. The voltage of the caravan battery must rise to a maximum voltage of 14.4 V.
Page 106 07-16 Electrical Installations Operation when the motor is running Checklist As soon as the motor is running, a relay connects the starter • Turn off the motor. battery and the caravan battery in parallel. The D+ signal sits • Turn off all equipment that uses 12 V. close to the dynamo. Therefore, the dynamo charges both • Start the motor. batteries. If the D+ signal no longer sits close to the dynamo, The voltage of the caravan battery must rise if the two batteries will be separated from each other again. In - the engine speed is above the idling speed, this way, the starter battery cannot be discharged by equipment - the vehicle‘s battery is not completely discharged. in the caravan. If this does not happen after using the dynamo to charge the The 12 V supply for the refrigerator only functions when you battery, check the following: are driving. If the motor has stopped, the 12 V operation of the refrigerator is automatically turned off again.
Page 107: Caravan Battery
07-17 Electrical Installations 7.5 Caravan battery Changing the battery Location • Please do not smoke when changing the battery. - Under the passenger’s seat. • Disconnect the connection to the 230 V network. • Before disconnecting or connecting the battery switch off Features all equipment using 12V power. - The battery does not require maintenance. It does not need • First, disconnect the negative (-) terminal. to be refilled with water. • Then disconnect the positive (+) terminal. - The battery is closed off and cannot leak. • Remove the battery. - The battery is cycle-proof, making it especially suitable for • Insert the new battery. the supply of the board network. • Use the reverse sequence to connect the new battery. Use only the same kind of batteries when exchanging the battery (same capacity and voltage, cycle-proof, mainte- nance-free and leakproof).
Page 108: Fuse Protection Of The Electric System
7.6 Fuse protection of the electric system To protect the ancillary 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. the vehicle, directly by the door on the passenger's side. 12V circuits When the switch is opened, the modular battery is completed disconnected from the 12 V mains. These are protected by fuses on the 12 V distribution module. The battery circuit breaker must be on when using the The following applies if one of the devices breaks down vehicle home and whilst driving. • Check the fuse on the corresponding electric circuit. When the circuit breaker is open, the electrical input • Replace the fuse. stage will not engage automatically. • If the fuse blows again please contact your authorized Hobby dealer.
Page 109: Mobile Navigation
07-19 Electrical Installations Battery charger with a distribution module The charger and distribution module with integrated fuses are located in front of the modular battery under the passenger‘s seat. 7.7 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. • Never operate the device while driving. • Check the display panel only when the traffic situation is safe for doing so.
Page 110: Subsequently Installed Devices
07-20 Electrical Installations 7.8 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 subsequent- ly installed and which cannot be used while driving.
Page 111: Chapter 8: Water
08-1 Water 8.2 Water supply Chapter 8: Water 8.1 General The motor home is equipped with a fixed fresh water tank. An electric TANDEM submersible pump pumps the water to the individual points where water is tapped.When a tap is turned •...
Page 112 Water 08-2 TANDEM submersible pump • If applicable turn on the water pump at the control panel. • Turn all taps to “warm”; let the water run and wait until the The mobile home is equipped with a TANDEM submersible water runs without bubbles.
Page 113 08-3 Water Waste water tank As an optional feature, the waste water tank can be heated to prevent waste water from freezing in a light frost. After the heating system has been switched on on the control panel, the hot air is conducted through a pipe system to the waste water tank.
Page 114 Water 08-4 • 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 115: 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 116 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 117 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 118 Water 08-8 Water connection for external shower Only empty the waste tank at specially designated dis- posal points and never in open spaces! Opening • Take the waste tank to a designated disposal site, • Push the cover up to gain access to the water connection.
Page 119: 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.
Page 120 09-2 Regulators and valves Before initial operation • Use only special vehicle regulators that have a safety • The waste gas pipe must be tightly connected to the hea- valve. In accordance with the German DVWG (German As- ting and chimney without any leaks. It may not be dama- sociation of the Gas and Water Sector) Worksheet G 607, ged.
Page 121: Gas Supply
09-3 9.2 Gas supply Gas bottle cabinet The motor home is equipped with a propane gas system (gas The gas bottle container can be accessed separately in the bottle not included in scope of delivery). This system is used side wall. to run the following equipment: The gas bottle container holds two 11 kg propane cylinders Cooker...
Page 122 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 checked for leaks using the leak detector every time a cylinder is changed.
Page 123 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. •...
Page 124 09-6 Should you suspect a leak in the gas system, immediately close the shutoff valves in the vehicle and the gas bottle valves in the gas bottle container. Over the years, vibrations can cause slight leakages to occur. If you suspect that there are leakages, have your dealer or an authorised workshop for gas facilities check your system.
Page 125 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 ±...
Page 126 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 cylinders.
Page 127 09-9 DuoC Remote indicator for the switching valve 9.3 External socket for gas The external socket for gas is used to connect external gas The remote indicator is coupled to the changeover valve of devices such as a gas barbecue or lamp. the two-bottle gas system.
Page 128 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.
Page 129: Chapter 10: Built-In Devices
10-1 Built-in devices Chapter 10: Built-in devices 10.2 Heating 10.1 General Information The combined LPG heating consists of a warm air heater with In this chapter, you will find information on the devices that an integrated hot water boiler (capacity: 10 l). have been built into the motor home.
Page 130 10-2 Built-in devices Adjusting knob / pushbutton The adjusting knob / pushbutton is used to select and change specified values and parameters. The changes are sa- ved by briefly pressing the button. Selected menu items blink. Turn to the right (+) - Goes through the menu list from left to right.
Page 131 10-3 Built-in devices To operate Switching the control panel on and off Press the adjusting knob / pushbutton Start / stand-by screen for longer than 3 seconds. A few seconds after the control - Previously set values / operating parame- panel has been connected to the ters will be reactivated after the control power supply, a start screen will...
Page 132 10-4 Built-in devices Changing the hot water temperature Changing the room temperature 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.
Page 133 10-5 Built-in devices Selecting the type of energy 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.
Page 134 Built-in devices 10-6 BOOST To heat room rapidly Selecting the fan speed Available if the difference between the Use the adjusting knob / pushbutton to select the icon in the selected and the actual room tempera- menu line ture is more than 10°C. - Press to switch to the setting mode.
Page 135 10-7 Built-in devices Setting the timer If the start/end time was exceeded during entry, the operating parameters will only be taken into account after the next start/ The timer can only be selected if the clock on the control panel end time has been reached.
Page 136 Built-in devices 10-8 Selecting the type of energy Activating the timer (ON) - Use the adjusting knob / pushbut- - Use the adjusting knob / pushbut- ton to select the desired type of ton to activate the timer (ON). energy. - Press the adjusting knob / push- - Press the adjusting knob / push- button to confirm the time entered.
Page 137 10-9 Built-in devices Changing the background illumination of the control panel Setting the time - The hours blink. The background illumination can be - Use the adjusting knob / push- changed in 10 increments. button to set the hours (24-hour mode).
Page 138 Built-in devices 10-10 Warning Resetting to manufacturer's default setting (RESET) The reset function resets the control A warning icon appears to signal a warning that one of the ope- panel to the manufacturer's default rating parameters has reached an undefined status. In this case, setting.
Page 139 10-11 Built-in devices Reading out the warning code Malfunction - Use the adjusting knob / pushbut- If there is a malfunction, the control panel will immediately go to ton to select the icon. “Malfunction” mode and display the Malfunction error code. - Press the adjusting knob / push- E = Malfunction button.
Page 140 Built-in devices 10-12 Maintenance This device requires no maintenance. Use a non-abrasive cloth dampened with water to clean the front. If this is not sufficient, use a neutral soap solution. FrostControl FrostControl is a non-electric safety or drain valve. If there is a risk of sub-zero temperatures it automatically drains the content of the boiler via a drain outlet.
Page 141 10-13 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 142: Refrigerator
Built-in devices 10-14 10.3 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 exter- nal source. - LPG: supply is from the motor home’s gas bottles 12 V operation...
Page 143 10-15 Built-in devices • To turn the refrigerator off turn the energy selector switch • Use the thermostat to regulate the cooling capacity. to the O position No absolute temperature values have been assigned to the temperature levels. 230 V operation •...
Page 144 Built-in devices 10-16 To avoid mould or unpleasant odours always lock the refrigerator door in the ventilation position when the refri- gerator is turned off. Lock on the Slim Tower Lock on the Dometic Refrigerator door lock While driving, the refrigerator door must always be closed and locked.
Page 145 10-17 Built-in devices Removable freezer in Slim Tower The freezer in the Slim Tower can be removed in order to optimize the available space. To remove the freezer • Open the freezer door. • Push both clamps underneath the shelf towards the middle. •...
Page 146: Gas Cooker
Built-in devices 10-18 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 147 10-19 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 148: Oven
Built-in devices 10-20 • Never operate the oven when it is empty (no food inside). • Never use the grill (Optional Extra) 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 149: Fume Hood
10-21 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”. 10.6 Fume Hood The built-in fan blows kitchen odours directly outside. Light To switch on To set the speed for the fan...
Page 150: Rooftop Air Conditioning
Built-in devices 10-22 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: •...
Page 151: Chapter 11: Maintenance And Care
11-1 Maintenance and Care Chapter 11: Maintenance and The following applies for maintenance intervals: • Have the first maintenance carried out by a HOBBY dealer Care 12 months after the vehicle was first registered. 11.1 Maintenance • All further maintenance should be carried out once a year by a HOBBY dealer. Maintenance intervals • 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. There are stipulated maintenance intervals for the motor home and its equipment.
Page 152 11-2 Maintenance and Care 11.2 Airing For a comfortable climate inside the caravan, there must be sufficient ventilation. This also avoids corrosive damage due to condensation. Condensation is caused by - insufficient volume inside the caravan - breathing and perspiration of the passengers - bringing in damp clothing - operating a gas cooker Ensure that there is a sufficient exchange of air to avoid damages due to the build-up of condensation!
Page 153 11-3 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. Using cleaning materials sparingly. Aggressive cleansers, such as wheel rim cleaners, damage the environment. Before washing the motor home with a high pressure cleaner, study its operating manual carefully. During washing maintain Only wash the vehicle at sites designated for this pur- a minimum distance of 700 mm between the motor home pose. Avoid direct exposure to sunlight and adhere to and the high pressure cleaner. Please note that the water jet environmental protection measures. is under pressure when it comes out of the cleaning nozzle.
Page 154 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 Window panes require particularly careful treatment. The following applies when polishing the surfaces: • In exceptional cases, use polish to refinish weathered The following applies for their care: varnished surfaces. We recommend solvent-free polishing...
Page 155 11-5 Maintenance and Care Cleaning the interior This method is particularly suitable for removing: - wine, milk, lemonade - blood To reduce problems arising from dampness, use water sparingly when cleaning inside. - biro, ink - urine, sweat - mud The following applies for cushions, upholstery and - vomit curtains: • Clean cushions with a soft brush or hoover. Method B: • Have very dirty upholstery and curtains dry-cleaned. Do • Use only mild, water-free solvents for dry cleaning. not wash them yourself! • Dampen the cloth and proceed as described in method A. • If necessary, wash them carefully using the foam from mild-action detergent. This method is particularly suitable for removing: - wax, candles We recommend the following methods for cleaning: - pencil Method A:...
Page 156 Maintenance and Care 11-6 The following applies for carpeted floors: The following applies for furniture surfaces: • Clean with a hoover or brush. • Clean the surface of wooden furniture with a damp cloth or • If necessary, treat with carpet shampoo or a shampooing sponge. machine. • Rub dry with a dust-free cloth. • Use mild furniture polish. The following applies for the PVC flooring: Never use strong cleansers or intensive furniture polish, because this could scratch the surface! Sand and dust can damage the surface of PVC flooring that is walked on regularly. When in use, clean the floor...
Page 157: Winter Lay Up For The Motor Home
11-7 Maintenance and Care Accessories 11.4 Winter Lay Up for the Motor home The following applies for their care: The camping season often ends when winter starts. Your • Clean plastic parts (e.g. fenders, skirts) with water of up to motor home must be prepared accordingly before being laid 60° C and mild household cleansers. up for the winter. • Clean greasy or oily surfaces with spirits. It should only be left in a closed space if this is dry and easy • If necessary, lubricate door hinges and leveling supports. to air well. Otherwise, it is better to leave your motor home in • Clean fresh water pipes, the fresh water and waste water tanks once a year.
Page 158 Maintenance and Care 11-8 The following applies for tanks and containers: The following applies for the interior fittings: • Empty and clean the fresh water tank. • Empty and clean the refrigerator; leave the refrigerator • Empty and clean the waste water tank. door open. • Empty and clean the toilet tank. • Leave stowage spaces and cupboards open to enable air • Completely empty the hot-water boiler: use the control circulation. panel to switch off the electric power supply and open all • Place cushions and mattresses in such a way that they do of the water taps. not come into contact with condensation.
Page 159: Winter Operation
11-9 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 motor home has been designed to allow you to use it to ventilation and de-aerating. a certain extent in winter. If you really wish to camp in winter, • Every morning, air all of the cushions and stowage spaces we recommend that you optimize your motor home to meet and dry any damp spots. your personal requirements. Your dealer will be pleased to • Air thoroughly with fully opened doors and windows sever- advise you. al times a day. The following applies for your preparations: • If the outside temperature is under 8° C, winter covers • Check the vehicle for damage to the paintwork or from should be mounted over the ventilation grilles of the refri- rust and, if necessary, repair it.
Page 160 Maintenance and Care 11-10 • 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: • Thoroughly wash the underbody and the motor. This removes If there is danger of frost, or if you are in the vehicle, you corrosive thawing agents (salts, alkali). must let the heating run during the night! • Clean the exterior and use normal car wax to preserve metal parts. Check the gas supply when operating the vehicle in win- • Do not forget to remove flue extensions, cover panels on ter: up to three times as much gas is used. refrigerators, etc. The following applies for tanks and containers: Wash the vehicle only in places provided for this purpose.
Page 161: 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 162 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 163 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 164: 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 FIAT dealer and expertly recycled.
Page 165: Chapter 13: Technical Data
[kg] weight seats tioal weight equipment overload vehicle [kg] ready to start loading vehicle weight V60 GF Siesta Van 2389 2541 2651 3500 V65 GE Siesta Van 2524 2676 2786 3500 T60 FL Siesta TI 2555 2707 2817...
Page 166: Inflation Pressures
Technical Data 13-2 13.2 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...
Page 167: Technical Data
Modell vehicle Model Rear emissions Type Reinforcement crossbar Trailer coupling Spherical head V60 GF Siesta Van F3 Ducato Light 115 Multijet (85 kW) Euro 5 Spezial MT026 30PEI20023-P Typ 04 (3009000400) V65 GE Siesta Van F3 Ducato Light 115 Multijet (85 kW)
Page 168 Technical Data 13-4 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- length load load load...
Page 169 [kg] front axle rear axle trailer load trailer permissible towing load load load drawbar load weight FIAT Ducato X250 V60 GF Siesta Van Ducato Light 3650 1850 2000 1900 5500 V65 GE Siesta Van Ducato Light 3650 1850 2000 1900...
Page 170 Technical Data 13-6 Length Total Height Width Front tread Rear Wheel Front Rear of super- tread projection length width base projection structure width 3601 5999 2790 2180 1810 1790 3800 1251 4252 6690 2790 2180 1810 1790 3800 1942 3552 5990 2790 2340 1810...
Page 171 FIAT Ducato X250 V60 GF Siesta Van Ducato Maxi 4250 2100 2400 1800 6050 V65 GE Siesta Van Ducato Maxi 4250 2100 2400 1800 6050...
Page 172 13-8 Technical Data Length Total Height Width Front tread Rear Wheel Front Rear of super- tread projection length width base projection structure width 3601 5999 2817 2180 1810 1790 3800 1251 4252 6690 2817 2180 1810 1790 3800 1942 4052 6490 2817 2340 1810...
Page 173: Tyres And Rims For Basic Motor Home Vehicles
Tyre size Wheel Steel rims Model [kg] load front load rear attachment V60 GF Siesta Van 3500 / 3650 1850 2000 215/70 R 15 C 5 / 71 / 118 6 J x 15, ET 68 V65 GE Siesta Van...
Page 174 Perm. axle Tyre size Wheel Steel rims Model [kg] load front load rear attachment V60 GF Siesta Van 4250 2100 2400 225/75 R 16 C 5 / 78 / 130 6 J x 16, ET 68 V65 GE Siesta Van 4250...
Page 175: Accessory Weights
Bumpers, front, painted colour of vehicle 2.00 Fume hood 3.00 Clothes cupboard at rear end 12.50 Gas socket, external 1.50 Comfortmatic (automatic transmission) only in HELLA battery sensor 0.90 connection with 148 PS motor 32.00 HOBBY starter package 42.10 - 61.10 Cruise control 0.50...
Page 176 Technical Data 13-12 Object Weight [kg] Object Weight [kg] Insect screen for entrance door 3.50 TELECO SAT antenna with autom. orientation 65 cm, LED flat screen 19" incl. tuner/receiver 5.90 12V /230V 16.00 Light alloy rims 0.00 TELECO SAT antenna with autom. orientation 85 cm, Load increased from 3.5 t to 3.65 t without technical changes 0.00 12V /230V...
Page 177: Index
Ix-1 Index Index protecting devices 07-15 Electrical devices, installation Fume hood 10-21 Furniture doors 06-2 when engine is running 07-16 safety tips 07-1 Chassis 03-1 Electrical supply unit 07-13 Furniture surfaces Checking the gas system 09-1 Electrical system upkeep 11-6 Access ladder Chocks 02-9 fuse protection 07-18...
Page 178 Index Ix-2 air supply 05-4 Toilet base vehicle 11-7 Levelling supports 03-3 door lock 10-16 emptying the cassette 08-7 containers 11-8 operating on gas 10-15 to use 08-5 interior fittings 11-8 Loading 02-5 types of operation 10-14 TV mount 06-4 Winter operation 11-9 roof rail 05-13 Refuelling 02-7...
Page 179 "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 180: Appendix
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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Introduction

Chapter 1: Introduction

Chapter 2: Safety

Chapter 3: Chassis

Chapter 4: Wheels, Tyres, Brakes

Chapter 5: Exterior Structure

Chapter 6: Interior Structure

Chapter 7: Electrical Installations

Chapter 8: Water

Chapter 9: Gas

Chapter 10: Built-In Devices

Chapter 11: Maintenance and Care

Chapter 12: Sanitation and Environmental Protection

Chapter 13: Technical Data

Index

Appendix

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