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PREMIUM VAN  PREMIUM DRIVE

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  • Page 1 Manual Version 09/2012 PREMIUM VAN  PREMIUM DRIVE...
  • 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 Tyres ............... 04-1 General information ..........01-1 Tyre pressure ............04-2 Before taking your first drive ........01-1 Tread depth ............04-2 Designations in the operating instructions ..... 01-2 Wheel rims ............. 04-3 Tyre repair kit ............04-3 Chapter 2: Safety Brakes ..............
  • Page 4 Introduction 00-2 6.13 Seatbelts in the caravan........06-27 10.5 Refrigerator ............10-17 10.6 Gas cooker ............10-22 6.14 Overview of the seating arrangements ....06-28 10.7 Oven ..............10-24 6.15 Overview of day and night positions ....06-33 10.8 Fume Hood ............10-25 10.9 Rooftop Air Conditioning ........

  • 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

    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 signalling and lighting systems Every vehicle that drives on public roads must be registered. (switch on battery circuit breaker), steering and brakes This 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 of the gas stop valves on the gas devices, with will leak. the exception of the stop valve for the heating if the vehicle •...

  • 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 motor home may vary from one journey to the •...
  • 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: Vehicle Tool Kit

    02-8 Safety 2.7 Vehicle tool kit Renault: The tool box is located under the driver's seat. Each vehicle comes with individual basic equipment including Push the seat forwards to remove tools from the box. a vehicle tool kit and accessories: Fiat: The tool box is located under the passenger's seat.

  • Page 17: Emergency Equipment

    02-9 Safety 2.8 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 18: When You Stop Driving

    Safety 02-10 2.9 When you stop driving Switching electric consumption: Selecting a parking space The following applies when switching electric consump- tion: The following applies for selecting a parking space: • Switch the refrigerator from 12 V to accelerator or 230 V. •...
  • Page 19 Safety 02-11 Saving energy in winter It is very easy to save energy inside your motor 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 20 Safety 02-12...

  • Page 21: 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 cooperation with the manufacturers of the previous construc- released by the manufacturer.
  • Page 22 Chassis 03-2 FIAT RENAULT Premium Drive Premium Van 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 %): Total: 15,4 15,4 b) Liquids 100 l fresh water tank (90 %) 10 l fresh water tank (90 %) c) Electric power supply Cable drum...
  • Page 23 03-3 Chassis 4. Loading Loading corresponds to the difference between the "technically permissible overall mass" and the "mass when the vehicle is rea- dy to start". This value must take into consideration the masses for passengers (conventional load: 75 kg x no. of seats, driver excepted), additional equipment and personal belongings.

  • Page 24: Leveling Supports

    Chassis 03-4 3.3 Levelling supports (Optional Extra) 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 25: Entrance Step

    03-5 Chassis 3.4 Entrance step To open • Press the switch in the entrance area to the left. The entrance step will be extended automatically. The motor homes are equipped with an electrically extenda- ble entrance step . Vehicles based on the Fiat model have To close just one step (see photo) while vehicles based on the Iveco •...

  • Page 26: Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)

    On/Off button , thereby filling the on the Hobby type plate (in the motor compartment on the bellows with air. The manometer can be used to provide upper front cross member of the radiator).

  • Page 27: Towing Fixture

    03-7 Chassis 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 28: Externally Mounted Fixtures

    Registering accessories in the vehicle's documents At the time of going to print, the permissible drawbar load had not been defined; please refer to the documents for the vehicle • Have your HOBBY dealer mount your externally mounted for the permissible load. fixtures.

  • Page 29: Automatic Transmission

    03-9 Chassis 3.9 Automatic transmission These three positions are not fixed, i.e. after the lever has been moved it jumps back to the centre position. As an option, your motor home can be equipped with an Renault Quickshift automatic transmission (Fiat: Comfort-Matic; Renault: The gearshift lever has only one fixed gearshift position.
  • Page 30 Chassis 03-10 The system will only allow you to shift when such an action Never leave the vehicle when the transmission is in neutral will not prevent the motor or the transmission from functio- (N). ning correctly. As soon as the motor reaches idle speed, the system will automatically shift down (e.g.

  • Page 31: Chapter 4: Wheels, Tyres, Brakes

    • Never drive an overloaded vehicle. be checked regularly to ensure that they fit tightly. Tubeless tyres have been mounted on your HOBBY motor Tightening torque for wheel nuts and bolts: home. Under no circumstances may tubes be inserted in...

  • Page 32: 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.

  • Page 33: Wheel Rims

    04-3 Wheels, tyres, brakes 4.5 Wheel rims Use only those wheel rims listed in the vehicle‘s documents. Please observe the following points, should you wish to use other wheel rims. The following applies when using other wheel rims: - Size, - construction, FIAT RENAULT...
  • Page 34 04-4 Wheels, tyres, brakes Shake the bottle. Open the fill hose on the bottle (foil Unscrew the valve cap from the tyre valve. seal is thereby punctured). Remove the valve insert with the valvecore remover . Do not lay the valve insert down in sand or dirt.
  • Page 35 04-5 Wheels, tyres, brakes Pull the stopper from the fill hose . Push the fill Open the air hose on the tyre valve. Insert the plug hose onto the tyre valve. into the cigar lighter socket. Then pump the tyres. Do not operate the electric air pump longer than 8 minutes! Danger of overheating! If sufficient air pressure is unat- tainable, drive 10 meters (either forward or in reverse) so...
  • Page 36 04-6 Wheels, tyres, brakes 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.
  • Page 37 04-7 Wheels, tyres, brakes Warning when changing the tyre • Remove the wheel mounting screws and lift off the tyre. • Place the spare tyre (not included in the scope of delivery) on the wheel hub and align it. The car jack may only be inserted in the appropriate mounting holes! If the car jack is attached in other •...

  • Page 38: Brakes

    04-8 Wheels, tyres, brakes 4.7 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.

  • Page 39: Chapter 5: Exterior Structure

    05-1 Exterior Structure Chapter 5: Exterior Structure 5.1 Overview of tank and service flaps RENAULT Premium Van 55 GF 60 HGF Storage flap Toilet flap 60 GF 65 GE Gas box flap...
  • Page 40 Exterior Structure 05-2 FIAT Premium Drive 65 HGE 65 FL Storage flap Toilet flap 65 GF Gas box flap...
  • Page 41 05-3 Exterior Structure 65 HFL 70 GE Storage flap Toilet flap 65 HGF 70 GF Gas box flap...
  • Page 42 05-4 Exterior Structure 70 HGE 70 HQ 70 HGF 70 Q...

  • Page 43: 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 ven- tilation.
  • Page 44 Exterior Structure 05-6 Heating We recommend that you remove the ventilation grate if the outside temperature is very high. This allows more air The heating system is supplied with fresh air from outside to permeate to the refrigerator, intensifying refrigeration. This ventilation flap also permits exhaust air from the system The ventilation grids must remain firmly mounted while to escape.

  • Page 45: 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 delivered with the motor home: - two keys to fit the following locks on the base vehicle: - driver‘s and passenger‘s doors - a code card.
  • Page 46 Exterior Structure 05-8 To prevent damage to locks and door frames, the inner door handle must be positioned horizontally and not slanted upwards. The entrance door is your escape route in an emergency. Never barricade the door from the outside! Entrance door internal Opening •...
  • Page 47 05-9 Exterior Structure Closing Stowage flap • Pull the door shut until you hear it lock. To open Locking • Unlatch the lock with the key. • Push the bolt up (red section , please refer to the photo • Turn the handle to the left. on pg.
  • Page 48 05-10 Exterior Structure Garage flap Toilet flap To open To open • Unlatch both locks with the key. • Use key to unlock flap • Turn the handle to the left. • Press both buttons ( ) and open flap. •...
  • Page 49 05-11 Exterior Structure Gas-bottle Container Flap The locking device on the outer wall can be used to lock into place open gas-bottle container flaps that are hinged on the The ventilation grill of the gas-bottle container flap must side. not be closed or covered. To lock To open •...
  • Page 50 05-12 Exterior Structure Exterior gas supply Fresh water filler neck Opening At the customer‘s request, the motor home can be fitted with an exterior gas supply . Equipment that uses gas, such as a • Use key to unlock gas grill or a gas lamp, can be supplied from outside the motor •...

  • Page 51: Roof Rail

    05-13 Exterior Structure 5.4 Roof rail (Optional Extra) The following applies when loading the roof rail: • Only store light items of luggage on the roof. • Lash the roof load securely and ensure that it cannot slip or fall off. •...

  • Page 52: Roof Drains

    05-14 Exterior Structure 5.5 Roof Drains 5.6 Velo eBike Carrier (Special Accessory) Special drains have been mounted on the roof of vehicles The driver of the vehicle is responsible for ensuring that with an alcove bed that drain water off the roof and down the the load has been fastened securely.

  • Page 53: Sun Awning

    05-15 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 54 Exterior Structure 05-16 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 55: Chapter 6: Interior Structure

    06-1 Interior Structure Chapter 6: Interior Structure 6.1 Opening and closing doors and flaps Close all flaps and doors properly before driving. This avoids them opening accidentally while driving and objects falling out. Stowage cabinets To open • Slightly tilt the handle and then pull on it until the flap opens. To close •...
  • Page 56 06-2 Interior Structure Drawers with a pressure lock Furniture doors with handle To open • Push the handle to open and shut the door. • Press the bottom of the pushbutton to unlock the drawer. • Pull on the handle until the pull-out opens. To close •...
  • Page 57 06-3 Interior Structure Doors with push locks Bar in the entrance area To open To open • Depress the push lock until the knob pops out. • Pull on the handle and swing the door outwards. • Carefully pull the knob and open the door. To close To close •...
  • Page 58 06-4 Interior Structure Sliding doors 6.2 TV mount for flat screen TV, 3-way universal hinged bracket (Optional Extra) To open • Hold the sliding doors by the frame and push outward. To pull the mount out or fold it in, move the telescopic arm manually at the joints marked To close •...

  • Page 59: Tables

    06-5 Interior Structure 6.3 Tables To lower • Remove the cushions so that the cover plates of the bed Luxury Living Room Table, Swivels 360° are clearly visible and the exact lowering position can be The optional luxury living room table can be lowered as well as seen.
  • Page 60 Interior Structure 06-6 Hanging table To swivel out • Pull the locking pin down and then let go. When lowered, the hanging table can be used as a base frame • Swivel the lower table top to the desired position. for the bed.

  • Page 61: Bed Conversion

    06-7 Interior Structure 6.4 Bed conversion Converting the Transverse Seat In order to use the additional bed in the rear, the transverse seat must be converted. The seating arrangements can be rearranged as comfortable beds for sleeping. Conversion • Remove the seat and back cushions. To rearrange •...
  • Page 62 Interior Structure 06-8 Widening the beds (Optional Extra) In those models with individual beds above the rear garage, the two beds can be joined by means of an extendable extension. • Open both pushlocks • Pull out the extension as far as it will go. •...
  • Page 63 06-9 Interior Structure Alcove berth • Place the key in the alcove bed panel and turn it to the right to “on”. Depending on the model, your vehicle may be equipped with • Use the arrow down to lower the alcove bed as far as it will an alcove berth as an additional sleeping area.
  • Page 64 06-10 Interior Structure • Hang the ladder (located in the garage when your • The maximum load for the alcove berth is approx. 200 kg. camper is delivered). • Never use the alcove berth without setting up the safety • When sleeping, clip the safety nets (located underneath mesh.

  • Page 65: Elevated Berths

    06-11 Interior Structure 6.5 Elevated berths 6.6 Washroom with Sliding Wall Parents are responsible for ensuring that small children do You can slide the washroom elements in order to use the not fall out of upper berths. If there are small children in the shower.
  • Page 66 Interior Structure 06-12 • Extend or unfold the shower walls and pull the tap out of its anchorage so that it can be used as a shower head. • Put everything back into place by folding in the shower walls and pushing them back, and then push back the wash basin wall until you can feel it lock into place.
  • Page 67 06-13 Interior Structure Washroom with movable basin for showering (model-specific) Using the shower • Pull the handle on the washbasin along the rail towards the Porta Potti. • Then release the pushbutton of the retaining strap and fold out the partition towards the mirror When driving, the shower partition must be fastened using the retaining strap and the washbasin must notice- ably be locked into its original position.
  • Page 68 Interior Structure 06-14 Bathroom (model-specific) In Hobby's bathroom concept, the washroom can be joined together with the separate shower or changing room. • Open the washroom door as far as possible so that the iron core of the locking mechanism attaches itself to the magnet on the opposite side.
  • Page 69 06-15 Interior Structure Folding seat in the shower (optional extra) As an option, the bathroom can be fitted with a folding seat in the shower. • Unlock the seat by turning it to a horizontal position. • Fold the seat down and fit the lower surface into the groove provided for this purpose.

  • Page 70: Cushion Arrangements

    Interior Structure 06-16 6.7 Cushion arrangements Rearranging the cushions Renault 60 GF Premium Van The 55 GF Van does not have a convertible seating arran- gement. None of the motor homes with alcove beds can be converted, because there is not enough free space when the alcove bed has been lowered.
  • Page 71 06-17 Interior Structure Rearranging the cushions Rearranging the cushions Renault 65 GE Premium Van Fiat 65 FL Premium Drive Additional cushion Additional 1110x740x110 cushion 960x460x110...
  • Page 72 Interior Structure 06-18 Rearranging the cushions Rearranging the cushions Fiat 65 GF Premium Drive Fiat 70 GE Premium Drive Additional cushion Additional 1110x540x110 cushion 1110x540x110...
  • Page 73 06-19 Interior Structure Rearranging the cushions Rearranging the cushions Fiat 70 GF Premium Drive Fiat 70 Q Premium Drive Additional Additional cushion cushion 1110x470x110 1110x540x110...

  • Page 74: Windows

    06-20 Interior Structure 6.8 Windows Combined sunshade and insect screen Sunshades and insect screens are integrated in the window Knockout windows with locking hooks frame, and it is possible to combine them. The combined shade can be adjusted in several positions. Opening •...

  • Page 75: Dimming System For Driver's Cabin

    06-21 Interior Structure Skylight 6.9 Dimming system for driver's cabin (The acrylic glass frame is an optional extra.) (Optional Extra) The dimming shades may only be drawn when the vehicle is The skylight cannot be opened. It is fitted with an integral standing and the motor has been turned off.
  • Page 76 Interior Structure 06-22 Front system Side system • Press the locks together to open the locking mecha- • Pull the handle as far as it will go. The blinds will automati nism. cally be locked into place; this is fully adjustable. •...

  • Page 77: Skylight

    06-23 Interior Structure 6.10 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 78 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 79: Pivoting Seats In The Driver's Cab

    06-25 Interior Structure 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 80: Construction Of The Seats

    Interior Structure 06-26 Converting the L-shaped seating arrangement 6.12 Construction of the seats (Optional Extra) Cushion fastenings To use the outer seat in models with an L-shaped seating arrangement, the arrangement must be converted before you The seat and back cushions are held in place by an anti-slip drive.

  • Page 81: Seatbelts In The Caravan

    06-27 Interior Structure • 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 82: Overview Of The Seating Arrangements

    Interior Structure 06-28 6.14 Overview of the seating arrangements Renault 60 HGF Premium Van Renault 55 GF Premium Van Seats 1 - 4: may be used while driving. Seats 1 - 4: may be used while driving. Seats 5: must not be used while driving. Renault 60 GF Premium Van Renault 65 GE Premium Van Seats 1 - 4: may be used while driving.
  • Page 83 06-29 Interior Structure Renault 65 HGE Premium Van Fiat 65 FL Premium Drive Seats 1 - 4: may be used while driving. Seats 1 - 4: may be used while driving. Seats 5: must not be used while driving. Seats 5 - 6: must not be used while driving. Fiat 65 GF Premium Drive Seats 1 - 4: may be used while driving.
  • Page 84 Interior Structure 06-30 Fiat 65 HFL Premium Drive Fiat 70 GE Premium Drive 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: must not be used while driving.
  • Page 85 06-31 Interior Structure Fiat 70 HGE Premium Drive Fiat 70 HQ Premium Drive Seats 1 - 4: may be used while driving Seats 1 - 4: may be used while driving Seat 4: may be used while driving if the permissible Seat 4: may be used while driving if the permissible maximum weight = 3650kg / 4250kg...
  • Page 86 Interior Structure 06-32...

  • Page 87: Overview Of Day And Night Positions

    06-33 Interior Structure 6.15 Overview of day and night positions Renault 55 GF Premium Van Renault 60 GF Premium Van Day position Night position...
  • Page 88 Interior Structure 06-34 Renault 60 HGF Premium Van Renault 65 GE Premium Van Day position Night position...
  • Page 89 06-35 Interior Structure Renault 65 HGE Premium Van Day position Night position...
  • Page 90 Interior Structure 06-36 Fiat 65 FL Premium Drive Fiat 65 GF Premium Drive Day position Night position...
  • Page 91 06-37 Interior Structure Fiat 65 HFL Premium Drive Fiat 65 HGF Premium Drive Day position Night position...
  • Page 92 Interior Structure 06-38 Fiat 70 GE Premium Drive Fiat 70 GF Premium Drive Day position Night position...
  • Page 93 06-39 Interior Structure Fiat 70 HGE Premium Drive Fiat 70 HGF Premium Drive Day position Night position...
  • Page 94 Interior Structure 06-40 Fiat 70 HQ Premium Drive Fiat 70 Q Premium Drive Day position Night position...

  • Page 95: Chapter 7: Electrical Installations

    Electrical Installations Chapter 7: Electrical Installations 7.2 Elements of the electrical system 7.1 Safety instructions Advice and instructions The installation of electrical devices in HOBBY's motor homes Important has been carried out in accordance with the valid regulations • Any changes to the electrical installations may only be carried out by a professional electrician.
  • Page 96 Electrical Installations 07-2 • To switch off the power supply in the entire system, set the • Unclamp the minus pole if the ancillary battery is not being used for a longer period of time (more than 1-2 months). Even if 230 V-main switch to “0”(OFF). the main switch of the battery has been interrupted, the battery may be recharged by the charger. (Conservation charging) Fuses • Should the consumer battery be removed, isolate the plus pole • Only replace defective fuses after the cause of the defect has (to prevent short circuits when turning on the motor). been remedied by a professional electrician. • The new fuse must have the same amperage as the old one. Battery charger • The charger’s capacity is 360 W. • The charger functions in accordance with IU0U1 charging technology. • In the case of misuse the guarantee and manufacturer’s liability will no longer apply. • Do not plug up the ventilation and ensure that you have ade- quate ventilation. Tank probes The probe with rods measures the contents of the fresh and waste water tanks. • To avoid incrustations, particularly in the waste water tank, never let the water in the tanks stand for too long.
  • Page 97 07-3 Electrical Installations tivates them. This also resets the degree to which those lights were dimmed that can be regulated. • Pressing the main switch for at least four seconds while the system is switched on will turn off not only the presently activa- ted devices, but also the entire 12 V system. • If there should be a power failure, the system will remember whether the main switch was on or off. As soon as the power is back on, the main switch will automatically switch itself back on. Electrical devices that continuously use current, such as the heating, will then begin to operate again.
  • Page 98 Electrical Installations 07-4 lights to shine. The brightness you set will be saved; when The entrance light must be switched off when the motor the lights are switched on again, the brightness you origi- home is on the road. nally set will also be switched on again. If the system's power supply is interrupted, the wall light will shine full strength the first time you switch it on. Kitchen light • Briefly press the key to switch the kitchen lamp on and off. Key Memory • This key is used to save and recall the state of individual lights. Press briefly on this key to recall the last saved state Lighting atmosphere 1, 2 and 3 of all switchable 12 V lights. Press longer on this key to save the lighting state of a lamp. This key is not used to • 1: Switches light strips on wall cabinets on and off.
  • Page 99 Electrical Installations 07-5 Back Charging status of the battery • Briefly press the key to return to the previous menu item or • Briefly press the key to shift to setting the menu and displa- to the main menu. ying the battery. An intelligent battery sensor is part of the vehicle's standard equipment. All of the vehicles are equipped with a program for mea- Therefore, the menu enables you not only to set the type and suring illumination. This program only runs if the power is capacity of the battery, but also to see the recharging time, connected; if previously activated, it is saved after a reset. charging current, charging voltage and remaining time until All of the lights will be switched on. If a key is now pressed, the battery is discharged. the corresponding light will be switched on. After approx. 1 minu7te, all of the other lights will also be switched on provided no other key is pressed.
  • Page 100 Electrical Installations 07-6 Date display The current date is displayed in this field. Alarm clock This icon is use to activate the alarm clock. The example shows the alarm clock when it has been deactivated. When it is activated, there is no line through the icon. Charging status of the ancillary battery If the arrow points towards the battery, it will be charged. If the arrow points away from the battery, it will be discharged. Main switch The icon for the main switch always appears when the LCD display system's 12V main switch has been switched on. Mains connection Basic menu This icon appears if the motor home is connected to the The basic menu appears if you have not pressed a navigation 230V mains. key during the past 30 seconds (approximately). This menu is Generator/Motor is running not illuminated. The time, date and alarm clock function are...
  • Page 101 07-7 Electrical Installations Temperature 12V Level of the tank • If your vehicle has a 12V connection, the temperature will • After turning once to the right or left, the menu for displa- be displayed. Inside temperature (above) and outside tem- ying the level of the fresh and waste water tanks appears. perature (below). • The display is shown in increments of 0.5° C. Align the vehicle horizontally to obtain a meaningful result from the filling level indicator.
  • Page 102 Electrical Installations 07-8 Inside temperature Outside temperature • After once again turning to the right, the menu for displa- • After once again turning to the right, the menu for displa- ying the inside temperature appears. ying the outside temperature appears. The outside tem- • The display is shown in increments of 0.5° C. perature sensor is located underneath the vehicle near the entrance step. The sensor for the inside temperature is located on the reverse of the circuit board of the LCD panel. Possible heat build-up here, e.g. if the circuit board heats up, may cause an incorrect temperature to be displayed.
  • Page 103 07-9 Electrical Installations • You can now increase or decrease the temperature shown by up to +-7°C in steps of 1°C. When the desired value has been set, quit the menu item by pressing briefly on the selector switch. • Quit the calibration menu by using the selector switch to select the Return icon. The changed value is now shown on the temperature display. Calibrating the temperature It is possible to calibrate the indoor and outdoor temperatures shown, as temperature effects on the sensors may lead to a deviation between the temperature displayed and the actual temperature. • To calibrate the displayed temperatures, please switch to the temperature display. It is irrelevant whether the indoor or the outdoor temperature is displayed. • Press the rotary/selector switch for several seconds. The system will now switch automatically to calibration mode. • Switch to the desired area (indoor or outdoor) by turning the selector switch. Press briefly on the switch to select the area.
  • Page 104 Electrical Installations 07-10 Ancillary battery Starter battery Battery charging These menus show - the charging voltage (U) After the type and capacity of the battery have been set and it - the charging current (I) has been calibrated, the battery sensor permanently monitors - the remaining time until discharge, dependent on the cap the status of the batteries (starter/ancillary battery). city and the actual flow (current) The intelligent battery sensor is connected directly to the nega- - as well as the charging status of the batteries in %. tive terminal on the ancillary battery.
  • Page 105 07-11 Electrical Installations Setting the battery type Air conditioning (optional extra) The type and capacity of the battery have been set by the The following functions for the air-conditioning manufacturer. If the type of battery is changed, these settings system can be set on the control unit: must be adjusted accordingly. - On/Off - Cool Mode: cooling and ventilation To reach this part of the menu, go to the "Loading the Batte- Cool Low / Cool / Cool High ry" menu and press the button for approx. 2 seconds.
  • Page 106 Electrical Installations 07-12 • To quit the menu, switch to the Return icon and con- firm your settings by pressing on the rotary knob. Only now will the changes be implemented by the heating system; after a brief delay, they will appear on the display. Alde hot water heating system (radiator icon) The optional Alde hot-water heating system can be controlled using its own control unit or the LCD control unit. Settings: • Temperature: in steps of 0.5° from +5°C to +30°C • Shower icon: short-term increase in the amount of hot water • Electric heating (lightning flash): performance can be set to Off, 1kW, 2kW or 3kW • Flame icon: heating with gas On / Off...
  • Page 107 07-13 Electrical Installations Setting the time, alarm clock and date Plinth lighting • After pressing the menu button for a longer period of time Press the lighting atmosphere 3 key to switch to the submenu (approx. 2 seconds) the menu for setting the current time, for regulating the plinth lighting. date, wake-up time and activating or deactivating the alarm clock appears. • Within the menu's you move left or right by turning to the various setting value.
  • Page 108 Electrical Installations 07-14 When replacing the button cell, please ensure that plus and minus are in the right direction. Incorrect polarity may cause the display to become defect. General information regarding the LCD display The time and date are buffered by a 3V 210 mAh, CR2032 type button cell. If, therefore, the time should be incorrect or the clock should stop working, this button cell must be replaced. It is mounted on the reverse of the circuit board of the LCD display. To replace this button cell, the LCD display must be removed from the furniture front by carefully clipping the chrome-plated frame out of its holder. You will then see the screws that fasten the plastic part to the furniture. Loosen these screws to detach the display.
  • Page 109 07-15 Electrical Installations Right bed Left bed Lighting in the Lighting over the shower washstand Ceiling light Entrance step Remote control, washroom / bed • Press briefly on the key to switch the ceiling light , the Entrance step key with ceiling light light over the right-hand bed and the light over the This key is located on the left-hand side in the entrance area.

  • Page 110: Electric Power Supply

    Electrical Installations 07-16 Lower step Raise step Wall light Ceiling light Main switch Entrance light Remote control (special accessory) 7.3 Electric power supply • The hand-held transmitter is used to switch six functions In all of the vehicles (with the exception of the 55 GF Van and on the control panel via remote control. 65 FL Drive) the central electrical system is installed under the refrigerator. To conserve the capacity of the battery being used, press the keys on the hand-held transmitter only until the desired Electricity for the motor home can be obtained from the fol- function has been carried out.
  • Page 111 07-17 Electrical Installations Supply via mains connection To set up an electric connection .• Switch off the automatic circuit breaker by pressing The motor home receives its electric power supply via the the rocker button down 230 V CEE feeder plug on the side wall of the vehicle. • Take hold of the bottom of the cover flap of the external socket and pull it up. • Completely unwind the connector cable, attach the plug and click it into place. • Switch the automatic circuit breaker back on.
  • Page 112 Electrical Installations 07-18 There are 11 free slots on the output of the circuit breaker. Rules for the mains connection • Use only a 3 x 2.5 mm cable with a maximum length of 25 m, a CEE plug and connector to connect the motor home to an external 230 V mains. • After the mains connection has been plugged in, both the modular and the vehicle battery will automatically be char- ged by the battery charger in the motor home (even if the Control Panel has not been switched on). To disconnect the electric connection • Switch off the automatic circuit breaker by pressing When obtaining electricity via a cable drum, this must be...
  • Page 113 07-19 Electrical Installations After putting the electric system into operation, the function of the residual current device must be checked. After voltage has been applied to the switch and it is on (set to I-ON) it must set off when you press the test button This check should be carried out at least once a month to ensure that the residual current device functions perfectly in case there should be a fault in the current. Devices that set off during operation show that there is a defect; they must be checked and/or repaired by an electrical engineering specialist. 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. Repairs must not be carried out on the residual current device. 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. The tripping time for the residual current device (RCD) with a residual current of 30 mA is less than 0.1 seconds.
  • Page 114 Electrical Installations 07-20 Operation via ancillary battery Position of the 12V 80 AH GEL ancillary battery in the Fiat/ Position of the 12V 80 AH GEL ancillary battery in the Drive Renault/Van The ancillary battery is mounted in the front passenger con- The ancillary battery is located in front of the single seat at sole. The foot of the battery is attached to a base plate.
  • Page 115 07-21 Electrical Installations • Only accumulator batteries with bound electrolytes (gel batteries) may be installed in those positions specified by the manufacturer. • The installed gel battery may not be opened. • When changing ancillary batteries, use only batteries of the same make and capacity. • All of the electrical devices must be switched off be- fore you disconnect or connect the ancillary battery. • Before replacing fuses you must first de-energise the charger. • Before replacing fuses you must first de-energise the charge controller. • Before replacing a blown fuse you must first fix whate- ver caused the fuse to blow. Position of the battery circuit breaker • Fuses may only be replaced by fuses with the same fuse protection value.
  • Page 116 Electrical Installations 07-22 Operating and charging the ancillary battery If the motor home is not connected to the 230V mains supply, the ancillary battery will supply the electrical system with 12V DC voltage. Since the battery only has a limited capacity, the electrical devices should not be operated for a longer period of time without charging the battery or connecting the cam- per to the 230 V mains connection. The ancillary battery can be charged from the following po- wer sources: In the Premium Drive (Fiat), the battery circuit breaker is loca- - the generator when the motor is running ted underneath the handbrake by the driver's seat. - the CA 360 charger - the 350 VA switching power supply Items 2 and 3 can only be carried out using a 230V power feed.
  • Page 117 07-23 Electrical Installations • Always charge the ancillary battery for at least 10 hours before each journey, directly after each journey and before you take the motor home temporarily out of service. • Use every opportunity during your journey to charge the battery. • The battery loses its capacity after having been used for a while and at low temperatures. • An acoustic warning signal will be given off if the remai- ning time during discharge operation is less than 1 hour. • If the battery voltage should be less than 10.0 V, all de- vices will automatically be switched off. • A warning will go off if the battery ages to a value less than 50% of its nominal capacity. Charger CA-360, 25 A power charging module • The battery is only charged if it has a minimum voltage of 8 V. The charger supplies the batteries with electric power when • If the vehicle is not in use for a longer period of time, the batte- there is bus-powered mains operation. ry should be disconnected after it has been optimally charged As they heat up, the charger reduces its power output to by switching the battery circuit breaker off.
  • Page 118 Electrical Installations 07-24 Socket; the middle pin is the sensor. PCB switches. The switches must all be in the top posi- tion, i.e. all set to “off”. Changeover contact, for free disposal. Contact bridge, fan on/off. LED blinks to show current charging mode.
  • Page 119 Electrical Installations 07-25 Operation when the motor is running The voltage of the caravan battery must rise if - the engine speed is above the idling speed, - the vehicle‘s battery is not completely discharged. As soon as the motor is running, a relay connects the starter battery and the caravan battery in parallel. Therefore, the dyna- mo charges both batteries. If the D+ signal no longer sits close The control panel shows whether or not the generator has to the dynamo, the two batteries will be separated from each been charged. If this is not the case, please check the following: other again. In this way, the starter battery cannot be discharged by equipment in the motor home. • Is the 50A fuse in the supply line to the ancillary battery 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.

  • Page 120: Electrical System

    Electrical Installations 07-26 7.4 Electrical system The switching power supply (350 VA) transforms the external mains voltage for the 12V electrical devices. As soon as there is a mains connection, the electrical system will switch from battery operation to mains operation. All of the lamps in the motor home use 12V LED lights. Only large electrical devices such as the therme, floor hea- ting, air conditioner, etc., use 230V. 5x melting fuses 15 A; can be accessed by removing the plastic covering. The spare fuses are located here.
  • Page 121 07-27 Electrical Installations 20 A refrigerator 7.5 A steady plus S13, KS lighting, heating 15 A D+ switched, steady plus S15 7.5 A sidelight 7.5 A radio 15 A ank heating 25 A entrance step Assignment of fuses, Input module The fuses for the individual internal electric circuits are loca- ted in the input module.
  • Page 122 07-28 Light Control System External socket and antenna terminal in the outer tent The fuses for the light control system can be accessed As an option, your motor home also has a combined external through an opening in the casing cover. socket and antenna terminal in the outer tent. This can be used, for example, to set up a TV in the outer tent. Depen- ding on how you wire it, the integrated antenna terminal can be used as either an input or an output socket. For further information, please speak to your Hobby dealer...

  • Page 123: Contact Plan For The Input Module

    Eingangsmodul Motorcaravan 2013 07-29 Electrical Installations 7.5 Contact plan for the input module E1: connection to light control system Eingangsmodul EL 475 Input module EL 475 E3: SAT antenna D+ switched Verbindung zum Connection to Control Panel 5-pole Bedienpanel 5pol. E4: sidelight E1: Verbindung zum Lichtsteuersystem E5 tank heating Starter battery E3: Sat-Antenne D+ geschaltet Programmier- Programming...

  • Page 124: Special Lights

    Electrical Installations 07-30 7.6 Special Lights The switches for the lights described here are located directly on the lights themselves; they are not controlled via the control panel. Reading lights The LED reading lights can be switched separately.

  • Page 125: Mobile Navigation

    07-31 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- 7.7 Mobile navigation ly installed and which cannot be used while driving. As an optional extra, your motor home can be equipped with a navigation system and integrated rear view camera.
  • Page 126 Electrical Installations 07-32...

  • Page 127: Chapter 8: Water

    08-1 Water 8.2 Water supply Chapter 8: Water The motor home is equipped with a fixed fresh water tank. An 8.1 General electric water pump pumps the water to the individual water outlets. When a tap is turned on the pump is automatically •...
  • Page 128 Water 08-2 Emptying the fresh water tank Always ensure that the fresh water tank is filled before switching on the pump. The pump can be destroyed if • Depending on the model, the outlet valve is located allowed to run dry! either behind the gas-bottle container flap, next to the fresh water tank in the seating arrangement on the outside wall, Never introduce anti-freeze or other chemicals into the wa-...
  • Page 129 08-3 Water Waste water tank Draining the water system The waste water tank is insulated by a Styrofoam casing that • Ensure that the motor home is in a horizontal position. hot air flows through (only when the hot-air heating has been •...
  • Page 130 Water 08-4 Emptying the waste water tank • The waste water opening is located on the left side under- neath the vehicle. • The valve for opening the waste water opening is loca- ted either directly by the opening or in a protected position in the gas-bottle container.

  • Page 131: 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 132 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 133 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 134 Water 08-8 Water connection for external shower Only empty the waste tank at specially designated dis- (Optional Extra) 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 135: 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 136 09-2 Regulators and valves Before initial operation • Use only special vehicle regulators that have a safety valve. • The waste gas pipe must be tightly connected to the hea- In accordance with the German DVWG (German Associa- ting and chimney without any leaks. It may not be dama- tion of the Gas and Water Sector) Worksheet G 607, other ged.

  • Page 137: 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.
  • Page 138 09-4 Gas regulator for France and Great Britain Due to specific country regulations, the gas regulator in vehicles exported to France and Great Britain is mounted on the wall of the gas bottle container. The requires the use of a high-pressure hose.
  • Page 139 09-5   Gas regulator with a crash sensor (Optional Extra) 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.
  • Page 140 09-6 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 141 09-7 The following applies to the gas bottle cabinet: DuoC • 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 142 09-8 Changing gas cylinders • Check that gas is not escaping from the connection point using leak detector spray. • Close the gas bottle cabinet door. 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.
  • Page 143 09-9 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. Never carry out leak tests near an open flame. Heating (Oven) Gas cooker Refrigerator...
  • Page 144 09-10...

  • Page 145: 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 146: Heating

    10-2 Built-in devices 10.2 Heating Combi The combined LPG heating consists of a warm air heater with ° an integrated hot water boiler (capacity: 10 l). ° The heating system is fully operational with or without the hot g, h water system.
  • Page 147 Built-in devices 10-3 To activate FrostControl • Push in the knob at position (m) slightly and, at the same FrostControl is a non-electric safety or drain valve. If there time, move it 90° towards position (k). is a risk of sub-zero temperatures it automatically drains the •...
  • Page 148 Built-in devices 10-4 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 149 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 150 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 FrostControl on the drain valve. After a few minutes, when green LED (b) will go out.

  • Page 151: Electric Heating System

    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 152: Hot-Water Heating

    Built-in devices 10-8 Glykolflüssigkeit Ausgang zu den Heizkörpern Frischwasser aus Steuerkarte Brennerlüfter Elektrische Heizpatrone 2 kW Luftzufuhr Abgasauslass Elektrische Magnetventil Heizpatrone 1 kW Glykolflüssigkeit Eingang Rücklauf Frischwasser ein 10.4 Hot-water heating (Optional Extra) Please note the following • Please read the separate operating instructions carefully before initial use of the heating system.
  • Page 153 10-9 Built-in devices Operating methods LPG operation heating cartridge operation (230 V) combined LPG and heating cartridge operation Functionality hot-water heater heating system and hot-water heater heating system Operating unit While on standby, you can see which functions have been To start the hot water heater activated for the heating system;...
  • Page 154 Built-in devices 10-10 Idle state Settings menu Clock Press the menu button to reach the Settings menu. Any set- Outside temperature tings you make will be automatically saved after 10 seconds. Inside temperature If no buttons are pressed, the control unit will return to the Circulation pump idle state after 2 minutes.
  • Page 155 10-11 Built-in devices Setting the desired temperature Setting the electric heating system (+5°C to +30°C) Use the – and + buttons to select the output (Off, 1/2/3 kW). by pressing – or + in steps of 0.5°C. Preference is given to electrical operation when selecting whether to operate on electricity or gas.
  • Page 156 Built-in devices 10-12 Activating the Tools menu The Tools menu is used to control the remaining functions of the control unit. To activate the Tools menu, the following icons must be pressed, as shown on the left:...
  • Page 157 10-13 Built-in devices Overload protection prevents 230V fuses from overloa- ding. If power consumption exceeds the value that has been set, the electric output of the heating system will automatically be reduced. Functions of the Tools menu Arrow icons enabling you to switch between the indivi- dual Tools fields.
  • Page 158 Built-in devices 10-14 Continuous operation of the pumps to limit the volume Temperature setting for calibrating the temperature of hot water, especially if little heating is required. using the control unit. Pump Auto / 12V – the 230V pump will run if this is set Automatic increase in temperature at 2.00 a.m.
  • Page 159 10-15 Built-in devices Setting for key tone. The Service function allows you to view certain values Lock/Activate access to Tools menu. on the display (only in English). Setting the light intensity from 1-10. Resets the system to the manufacturer's default settings (heating Off;...
  • Page 160 Built-in devices 10-16 Error messages Error messages are shown on the display (panel in idle state). Battery low: if voltage sinks to under 10.5V, the heating system will switch off. Automatic reset to above 11V. Fan failure: incorrect fan speed. Automatic reset after 5 minutes.

  • Page 161: Refrigerator

    10-17 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 Wash room Please refer to the manufacturer's separate operating...
  • Page 162 Built-in devices 10-18 • To turn the refrigerator off turn the energy selector switch to the O position 230 V operation • Turn the energy selector switch to mains • Use the thermostat to regulate the temperature. No absolute temperature values have been assigned to the temperature levels.
  • Page 163 10-19 Built-in devices • To turn the refrigerator off turn the energy selector switch to the O position • Close the main stop valve on the gas cylinder and the “Refrigerator” gas stop valve. Environmental conditions influence the performance of the refrigeration unit.
  • Page 164 Built-in devices 10-20 To avoid mould or unpleasant odours always lock the refrigerator door in the ventilation position when the refri- gerator is turned off. Removable freezer (Slim Tower) To make the best use of space, the freezer can be removed. To remove the freezer •...
  • Page 165 10-21 Built-in devices Information on removing the freezer is also given on the freezer door.

  • Page 166: Gas Cooker

    Built-in devices 10-22 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 167 10-23 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 168: Oven

    Built-in devices 10-24 • 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 169: Fume Hood

    10-23 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 (Optional Extra) As an option, the kitchen can be fitted with an extractor fan.

  • Page 170: Rooftop Air Conditioning

    Built-in devices 10-24     10.9 Rooftop Air Conditioning To set the direction of ventilation (Optional Extra) • First turn the knob counter-clockwise. • Set the slide to correspond with the desired direction of The air conditioner is located instead of the roof window on ventilation.

  • Page 171: Chapter 11: Maintenance Andcare

    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 172: Care

    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 173 • 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 174 11-4 Maintenance and Care Cleaning the interior We recommend the following methods for cleaning: Method A: To reduce problems arising from dampness, use water sparingly when cleaning inside. • Use only commercial cleaning agents that have a water basis. • Alternatively, add two tablespoons of ammonia to 1 litre. The following applies for cushions, upholstery and Dip a cloth into this solution and gently sponge the spot.
  • Page 175 11-5 Maintenance and Care Chocolate or coffee should only be washed out with luke- The following applies for furniture surfaces: warm water. • Clean the surface of wooden furniture with a damp cloth or sponge. The following applies for carpeted floors: •...

  • Page 176: Winter Lay Up For The Motor Home

    Maintenance and Care 11-6 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°...
  • Page 177 11-7 Maintenance and Care 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.

  • Page 178: Winter Operation

    Maintenance and Care 11-8 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.
  • Page 179 11-7 Maintenance and Care • 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 180 Maintenance and Care 11-8...

  • Page 181: 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 182 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 183 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 184: 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 must be taken back free of charge by any Fiat or Renault dealer and expertly recycled.

  • Page 185: Chapter 13: Technical Data

    13-1 Technical Data Chapter 13: Technical Data 13.1 Weights according to 92/21/EWG Mass when Techn. Model Series Weight of Driver Diesel Basic Overload No. of Conven- Overload Length Personal Remaining vehicle is perm. basic [kg] equipment weight seats tioal weight equipment overload ready to...

  • Page 186: 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* 225/65 R 16 C front: rear: 4,8 RENAULT...

  • Page 187: Technical Data

    13-3 Technical Data 13.3 Technical data exhaust Hobby Model Type Base Motorisation Chassis Frame extension Tow-bar Model vehicle Model Towing bracket Spherical head emissions FIAT 65 GF Premium Drive F3 Ducato Light 115 Multijet (85 kW) Euro 5 Spezial 207355 straight...
  • Page 188 Technical Data 13-4 Belt Seats t.p.o.w. Permiss. Permiss. Unbraked Braked Max. Maximum Length Total Height Width Front Rear Wheel Front Rear permissible of super- [kg] trailer trailer system front axle rear axle towing length tread tread base projec- projec- drawbar load structure tion tion...
  • Page 189 13-5 Technical Data Load increased for Motorhomes Hobby Model Type Base Seats t.p.o.w. Permissible Permiss. Unbraked Braked Max. Maximum front axle rear axle permissible towing Model vehicle [kg] trailer trailer load load drawbar load weight load load FIAT Ducato X250...
  • Page 190 Technical Data 13-6 Length Total Height Width Front tread Rear Wheel Front Rear of super- tread base projection projection length width structure width 4503 6994 2730 2310 1810 1980 4035 2011 4503 6994 2770 2310 1810 1980 4035 2011 4503 6994 2730 2310 1810...
  • Page 191 13-7 Technical Data Load increased for Motorhomes Hobby Model Type Base Seats t.p.o.w. Permissible Permiss. Unbraked Braked Max. Maximum front axle rear axle permissible towing Model vehicle [kg] trailer trailer load load drawbar load weight load load FIAT Ducato X250...
  • Page 192 13-8 Technical Data Length Total Height Width Front tread Rear Wheel Front Rear of super- tread projection length width base projection structure width 4503 6994 2757 2310 1810 1980 4035 2011 4503 6994 2797 2310 1810 1980 4035 2011 4503 6994 2757 2310 1810...
  • Page 193 13-9 Technical Data 13.4 Tyres and rims for basic motor home vehicles Basic model t.p.o.w. Hobby Perm. axle Perm. axle Wheel Series Tyre size Steel rims Model load front load rear attachment [kg] 65 GF Premium Drive 3500 / 3650...
  • Page 194 Technical Data 13-10 Tyres and rims for loaded motor homes Increased load t.p.o.w. Hobby Perm. axle Perm. axle Wheel Series Tyre size Steel rims Model load front load rear attachment [kg] 65 GF Premium Drive 4250 2100 2400 225/75 R 16 C...

  • Page 195: Accessory Weights

    13-11 Technical Data 13.5 Accessory weights Object Weight [kg] Object Weight [kg] Electric wing mirror 0.50 2 additional loudspeakers in the living area 2.00 ESP incl. ASR (and hill holder) 0.50 Acrylic glass frame with LED lighting for roof window Extendable mount for flat screen TV in driver's cab 5.30...
  • Page 196 Technical Data 13-12 Object Weight [kg] PIONEER Moniceiver 2400 incl. navigation, rear view camera and remote control 4.70 Pre-installation of radio and radio 2.00 Premium window glazing, flat 23.00 REMIS plissé folding system for front and side windows in driver's cab 3.50 Remote indicator for DuoControl 0.30...

  • Page 197: Index

    Ix-1 Index Index Choosing a parking space 02-10 Entrance step 03-5 Cleaning the interior 11-4 Environment 12-1 Gas 09-1 Combined sunshade 06-20 disposal 12-3 Gas bottle container 09-3 to shift 06-20 excrements 12-2 Gas bottle Condensation 11-1 picnic spots 12-3 to change 09-8 Accessories Control panel 07-3...
  • Page 198 Index Ix-2 air supply 05-5 Tyre pressure values 13-2 Weights for accessories 13-9 Levelling supports 03-4 door lock 10-19 Tyre profile depth 04-2 Widening the beds 06-8 Loading 02-5/03-1 to operate 10-18 Tyre repair kit 04-4 hanging table 06-6 Lowering tables 06-5 types of operation 10-18 Tyres 04-1 Windows 06-20...
  • Page 199 "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 200: 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.
  • Page 201 Hobby-Wohnwagenwerk Ing. Harald Striewski GmbH Harald-Striewski-Straße 15 D-24787 Fockbek/Rendsburg www.hobby-caravan.de...

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