1 Preface Dear customer, Welcome as new owner of a Tischer TRAIL camper cabin. We are excited to welcome you as one of our customers. Your camper cabin can offer you a particular broad usage spectrum far beyond the limits of a traditional camper cabin.
Table of contents Preface ........................ 2 Safety information ..................... 6 Use of symbols ......................6 General safety information ..................6 Road safety ......................6 Danger of fire ......................6 In case of fire......................6 Raising and lowering the cabin ................ 7 Lowering the cabin (200 to 260 RS and 305 S only) ..........
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5.11 Water tank (215 to 305 S with L equipment only) ...........50 5.12 Passage way door (280 S special equipment) ............51 5.13 Side windows ......................51 5.14 Combination blind ....................54 5.15 Curtains ........................56 5.16 Skylight ........................57 5.17 Panorama skylight (special equipment) ..............59 Furniture ......................
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11 Gas supply ......................86 11.1 Gas test ........................88 12 Troubleshooting ....................89 12.1 Trouble shooting of the electrical supports .............89 5 of 90...
2 Safety information Use of symbols Caution Type and source of danger Refers to information, which must be complied with in order to • avoid any endangerment of persons. Attention Type and source of danger Refers to information, which must be complied with in order to •...
3 Raising and lowering the cabin 3.1 Lowering the cabin (200 to 260 RS and 305 S only) (The work steps are explained on the example of the right cabin side. Repeat the work steps analogously for the left side). Opening the flaps to the turnbuckles Remove the seat cushion from the left seat bench and insert key 1 into lock cylinder 2 of the flap.
3.2 Power supply Disconnecting the power supply of the vehicle Note Please observe the information in chapter Battery. • Turn the locking mechanism of 13-pin plug 1 counterclockwise and pull off plug 1. Connecting an external power supply Open the flap of power socket 1. In the direction of travel, power socket 1 can be found on the left side on the outer wall.
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Connecting the power supply cable Press fastener 1 of your external power supply cable 2. Insert the plug into the power socket. 9 of 90...
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Loosening the cabin fastening (turnbuckles) Pull cotter pin 1 from turnbuckle 2. Turn loop 3 until front turnbuckle 2 can be disengaged. Loosen the rear turnbuckle. Close the flaps accessing the turnbuckles. The cabin is now detached from the vehicle and can be lifted. 10 of 90...
3.3 Lowering the cabin (280 / 280 S only) Loosening the cabin fastening Use enclosed crank 1 to loosen and unscrew the fastening screws. Completely unscrew fastening screws 1 with washers 2. Disconnecting the power supply The plug connection is located on the left side of the vehicle. Turn the locking mechanism of 13-pin plug 1 counterclockwise and pull the plug out of power socket 2.
3.4 Raising the cabin (200 to 260 RS and 305S only) Mounting the front crank supports and electrical supports (special equipment) Remove front support 1 from transport holder 3. Open tube lynch pin 2. Insert front support 1 into the adapter on the cabin. 12 of 90...
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Mounting the support struts Fold support strut 1 upwards. Secure support strut 1 to threaded bolt 2 on the inner side of the cabin outer wall by screwing wing nut 3 on tight. Preparing the crank supports Loosen cotter pin 1. Pull bolt 2 out of attachment part 3. Secure attachment part 3 using one hand. Pull attachment part 3 out of the support until the suitable hole and insert bolt 2 through the support and attachment part 3.
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Raising the cabin using the crank supports Attention Risk of damage Make sure to never raise the rear of the cabin higher than the front. • This could result in the alcove resting on the roof of your carrier vehicle. Start raising the cabin using the front supports.
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Note If the cabin is parked for an extensive period of time without the • carrier vehicle, it is recommended to retract the supports a bit. The cabin is more stable on retracted supports. Completely raise the cabin by the means of all four supports. Now drive in a straight line out from under the cabin.
3.5 Raising the cabin (280 / 280 S only) Attention Risk of damage In case of vehicles with air suspension, the air suspension must be • completely lowered. Mounting the front crank supports Remove front crank support 2 from the stowage box and insert it into the adapter on the cabin. Fold support strut 3 up and secure it to the cabin using wing screw 1.
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Raising the cabin using the crank supports Attention Risk of damage Make sure to never raise the rear of the cabin higher than the front. • This could result in the alcove resting on the roof of your carrier vehicle. Start raising the cabin using the front supports.
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Note If the cabin is parked for an extensive period of time without the • carrier vehicle, it is recommended to retract the supports a bit. The cabin is more stable on retracted supports. Completely raise the cabin by the means of all four supports. Now drive in a straight line out from under the cabin.
3.6 Connecting electrical supports (special equipment) In case of electrical supports, connect the plugs of the front supports. Preparing electrical supports (special equipment) The rear supports are already assembled ready for use. Loosen cotter pin 1. Pull bolt 2 out of attachment part 3. Secure attachment part 3 using one hand. Pull attachment part 3 out of the support until the suitable hole and insert bolt 2 through the support and attachment part 3.
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Raising the cabin using electrical supports (special equipment) Attention Risk of damage Make sure to never raise the rear of the cabin higher than the front. • This could result in the alcove resting on the roof of your carrier vehicle.
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Key assignment of the remote control Legend: 1 Status LED: Green Remote control operation Orange Remote control in sleep mode, safety deactivation Remote control error 2 Special function keys Note In case of problems with the Happijac, read chapter • Troubleshooting at the end of the operating instructions.
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Legend: Extend left front support Extend all supports at the same time Extend right front support Extend left rear support Retract left front support Extend right rear support Retract right front support Retract left rear support Retract all supports at the same time Retract right rear support 22 of 90...
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Functions Attention Risk of damage Make sure to never raise the rear of the cabin higher than the front. • This could result in the alcove resting on the roof of your carrier vehicle. Start raising the cabin using the front supports. •...
Picking up the cabin (200 to 260 RS and 305 S) Attention Risk of damage A second person is required as banksman. • Completely raise the cabin by the means of all four supports. Now reverse in a straight line under the cabin.
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Stop the vehicle as soon as the clearance between the rear wall of your carrier vehicle and sponge rubber 1 of the cabin is maximum 3 cm. Lowering the cabin using the crank supports Lower the cabin by turning the crank supports counterclockwise. First retract the rear supports followed by the front supports.
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Removing the front crank supports and electrical supports (special equipment) Caution Risk of injuries Make sure that tube lynch pin 2 is closed. • Remove front supports 1 from the cabin and insert them into transport holder 3. 26 of 90...
3.8 Picking up the cabin (280 / 280 S only) Attention Risk of damage In case of vehicles with air suspension, the air suspension may • only be inflated, once the cabin rests completely on the vehicle. Attention Risk of damage A second person is required as banksman.
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Lowering the cabin using the crank supports Attention Risk of damage Make sure to never raise the rear of the cabin higher than the front. • This could result in the alcove resting on the roof of your carrier vehicle. Start raising the cabin using the front supports.
3.9 Lowering the cabin using electrical supports (special equipment) Attention Risk of damage Make sure to never raise the rear of the cabin higher than the front. • This could result in the alcove resting on the roof of your carrier vehicle.
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Key assignment of the remote control Legend: 1 Status LED: Green Remote control operation Orange Remote control in sleep mode, safety deactivation Remote control error 2 Special function keys Note In case of problems with the Happijac, read chapter • Troubleshooting at the end of the operating instructions.
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Legend: Extend left front support Extend all supports at the same time Extend right front support Extend left rear support Retract left front support Extend right rear support Retract right front support Retract left rear support Retract all supports at the same time Retract right rear support 31 of 90...
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Functions Attention Risk of damage Make sure to never raise the rear of the cabin higher than the front. • This could result in the alcove resting on the roof of your carrier vehicle. Start lowering the cabin using the rear supports. •...
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Removing the front crank supports and electrical supports (special equipment) Caution Risk of injuries Make sure that tube lynch pin 2 is closed. • Remove front supports 1 from the cabin and insert them into transport holder 3. 33 of 90...
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Disconnecting the external power supply of the cabin Press fastener 1 of plug 2. Pull plug 2 off from the cabin. Connecting the power supply of the cabin (200 to 260 RS and 305 S only) Attention Risk of accidents Check the lighting system prior to departure.
3.10 Securing the cabin (200 to 260 RS and 305 S only) Attention Risk of accidents Re-tighten the turnbuckles after driving approx. 50 km. • Now, insert the four turnbuckles 2 into the holding lugs of the cabin and the carrier vehicle and tighten them hand-tight.
3.11 Securing the cabin (280 / 280 S only) Screwing in the fastening screws Screw in fastening screws 1 with washers 2 through the loading area into the cabin Tighten fastening screws 1. Attention Risk of accidents Re-tighten the fastening screws after driving approx. 50 km. •...
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Connecting the power supply of the cabin (280 / 280 S only) Insert 13-pin plug 1 into socket 2 and turn the locking mechanism of 13-pin plug 1 clockwise. 37 of 90...
4 Battery 4.1 General safety information for battery handling Caution Risk of explosion due to battery gases In closed battery compartments oxyhydrogen gas may be • generated. Increased caution after battery charging using a charger. Due to permanent consumers, which cannot be switched off, •...
4.2 Battery (200 to 260 RS and 305 S only) Battery 2 is located under the centre seat bench. 230 Volt charger 1, visible from the outside, is located directly next to it. 4.3 Battery (280 / 280 S only) Battery 1 is located under the left seat bench.
5 Living/Operation Important information Doors Together with the cabin, you receive two keys with stamped in key number. Please write down this key number. In case of loss, you can reorder keys from us indicating this key number and the serial number of the camper cabin.
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Closing from the outside T0143 Push the door closed using grab handle 2. Lock the entry door lock using key 1. For this purpose, turn key 1 a quarter turn counterclockwise. Opening from the inside T0145 Press lever 1 down until the door is unlocked. Closing from the inside T0144 Pull the door shut and pull lever 1 upwards until the door is locked.
5.3 Door blind Closing T0139 Pull blind 1 down using the handle in the centre and hook it in the frame. Opening T0140 Unhook blind 1 and have it slowly slide upwards. 42 of 90...
5.4 Screen door Closing T0141 Slide screen door 1 on the frame outward. Opening T0146 Slide screen door 1 on the frame inward. Note The screen door cannot be locked. • 43 of 90...
5.5 Step Folding the step out Caution Risk of injuries Spring force pushes the step outward when the step is pulled out. • Pull step 1 outward. Step 1 latches automatically. Folding the step in Push step 1 inward. Step 1 latches automatically. 44 of 90...
Electrical step (special equipment) Folding the step in or out Actuate button 1 at the entrance in order to fold the step in or out. 5.7 Heating/Ventilation 215 to 305S (special equipment for 200) Note For an exact description of the operation, refer to the enclosed •...
5.8 Heating/Ventilation (215 to 305 S with L equipment only) Note For an exact description on how to operate the Truma Combi 4, • refer to the enclosed Combi 4E operating instructions by Truma. (Operating element 1) = Special equipment In the direction of travel, operating element 2 is located on the left, on the furniture element.
Gas cylinder compartment door Opening Unlock the lock of the gas cylinder compartment door using the key. For this purpose, turn the key a quarter turn counterclockwise. Turn the extended lock a quarter turn counterclockwise and open the gas cylinder compartment door. 47 of 90...
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Closing Firmly press against the gas cylinder compartment door and turn the handle a quarter turn clockwise at the same time. Now, lock the lock by turning the key a quarter turn clockwise and pushing in the lock. 48 of 90...
5.10 Waste-holding tank door (215 to 305 S with L equipment only) Opening Insert the key into the upper lock of the waste-holding tank door. Turn the key a quarter turn clockwise. The lower lock cannot the locked. Now push in both locks. Closing Note You can find further information in chapter Sanitary installation...
5.11 Water tank (215 to 305 S with L equipment only) Opening the locking cap Unlock the lock of locking cap 1 using the key. For this purpose, turn the key a quarter turn counterclockwise. Push in the locking cap and turn it a quarter turn counterclockwise at the same time. Closing the locking cap Attention Risk of damage...
5.12 Passage way door (280 S special equipment) Camper cabin TRAIL 280 / 280 S can be optionally ordered with a passage way to the driver's cabin. The door can be unhinged to keep the passage way permanently open. If the cabin is mounted on the vehicle, the door can be unhinged and hinged as well.
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Swivel side window 1 outward. The latching positions can be perceived by audible clicking. You can latch the window in three positions. The window in the alcove provides two latching positions. 52 of 90...
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Closing side windows In order to close side windows 1, swivel side window 1 outward to the maximum opening angle and close it slowly. Now turn the key a quarter turn downward. Closing the side windows in ventilation position In order to close the side windows in ventilation position, the grip of handle 2 must engage over the narrow side 1 of the frame.
5.14 Combination blind A combination blind with screen and sunshade is integrated into the window. Closing the screen Pull screen 1 down on the handle in the centre of the blind. The handle of screen 1 latches in handle 2 of the sunshade.
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Closing the sunshade Guide the sunshade upward using handle 3 and latch it in one of nine possible positions 4. The screen can be connected with the sunshade in any position. Opening the sunshade Press handle 3 together on the left and right side and guide the sunshade out of the latching. 55 of 90...
5.15 Curtains Except the window in the alcove, the living room windows are fitted with curtains 1. Curtains 1 are guided in an aluminium rail. The passage to the alcove is fitted with curtains as well, which can be closed. 56 of 90...
5.16 Skylight Attention Risk of damage Prior to departure, make sure that the skylights are properly closed. • Depending on the model, the cabin is equipped with one, two or three skylights, which are fitted with screen and sunshade as well. Opening the skylight Press button 1 inward and pull handle bar 2 down- and backward.
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In the second position 2 you can latch the handle bar by adjusting pin 1. For this purpose, guide the handle bar into the second position 2 and press down pin 1. Closing the skylight In order to close the skylight, guide the handle bar upward-forward until it latches. In order to close the skylight from the second position, pull pin 1 up and guide the handle bar backward.
Closing and opening the sunshade In order to close sunshade 2 slide it from the left to the right. In order to open the sunshade slide it from the right to the left. Note In strong sunlight the shade blind (sunshade) may only be closed •...
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Unfold crank 1 and turn the crank counterclockwise in order to open the panorama skylight. Closing the panorama skylight Turn the crank clockwise until the panorama skylight rests on the frame. Next, continue turning for another 2 ½ revolutions. Fold in crank 1. Firmly pull the panorama skylight shut using both handles in order to close the panorama skylight using the handles.
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Closing and opening the sunshade In order to close sunshade 2 slide it from the right to the left. Latch sunshade 2 on handle 1 of the screen. In order to open the sunshade slide it from the left to the right. Note In strong sunlight the shade blind (sunshade) may only be closed •...
6 Furniture Table (200 to 260 RS only) Tabletop and table leg are stored under the mattresses. It is possible to place the table top between the seat benches and thus, create an additional place to sleep. Table assembly and disassembly Insert table leg 1 into adapter 2 on the cabin floor.
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Additional place to sleep Remove the cushions from the left and right seat benches 2. Place table top 1 across the outer edges of seat benches 2. Now place all four cushions lengthwise on the tabletop and seat benches. 63 of 90...
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6.2 Table (280 / 280 RS and 305 S only) Collapsing the table In order to collapse table 2 pull locking mechanism 1 upward and fold table 2 backward and down. Additional place to sleep Place enclosed board 2 between the seat benches and slide lowered table 1 between the seat benches.
6.3 Cabinets The following type of handles is installed on all cabinet doors and drawers in the interior. Its functionality is described using a cabinet door as example. Opening cabinet doors Push button 1 in the centre of handle 2 and have the handle extend. Swing the cabinet door upward using extended handle 1.
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Closing cabinet doors Close the cabinet door and push button 1 in the centre of handle 2 until it latches. 66 of 90...
7 Electrical equipment Fuses The 220 Volt system is protected with 16 A circuit breaker 1. Fuse box 2 with circuit breaker 1 and PRCD (portable residual current circuit breaker) is accommodated in the cabinet close to the heater. Lighting Ceiling lights (without board control system) In the direction of travel, the switches for the ceiling spots are located on the left side on the furniture element.
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Reading light A swivel-mounted reading light is installed in the alcove above the window. Press switch 1 in order to switch it on or off. 68 of 90...
Board control system PC100 (standard equipment, 200 not supported) Vehicle battery monitoring button Water pump switch Display panel Fresh water tank monitoring button Awning light switch Consumer battery monitoring button Consumer main switch The electrical system of the cabin is switched on using main switch 4. Only after that all other electrical consumers can be switched on.
Awning (special equipment) Crank 1 for the awning is located in the interior next to the entry door. Extending the awning In order to extend awning 1 insert the crank into adapter 2 and turn the crank to extend the awning. 71 of 90...
Retracting the awning Caution Risk of injury due to independent extending of the awing Please observe that right plastic indicator 3 is not visible if the • awning is completely retracted. In order to retract awning 1, insert the crank into adapter 2 and turn the crank to retract the awning. 8.1 Support struts Follow instructions 1 on the supporting struts in order to install the supports.
8.2 Support struts (awnings only, which do not exceed the length of the cabin) Follow instructions 1 on the supporting struts in order to install the supports. The supporting struts are inserted into respective holders on the vehicle. Supporting the awning In order to insert strut 3, slide locking mechanism 1 of holder 2 upward, insert the strut and slide locking mechanism 1 downward again.
9 Kitchen Kitchen light Switch 1 for the kitchen light is located directly on the lamp. Position 1 = light is off. • Position 2 = light is on. • 74 of 90...
Hob cover In order to fold down the cover for the hob, hold cover 2, loosen locking mechanism 1 and fold down cover 2. In order to fold the cover up, proceed in reverse order. Extending the working area (special equipment) In order to unfold the working area extension 1, lift working area 1 and pivot support 2 to the left.
9.4 Gas hob Initial operation Caution Danger to life The gas hob may no be used for heating purposes. • When operating the gas hob, skylight(s) and ventilation (windows) • must be open. Note Observe chapter Gas supply prior to using the gas hob. •...
10 Sanitary installation 10.1 Fresh water supply (standard equipment) By default the cabin is equipped with two fresh water tanks 2 with 15 litres capacity each. An electrical submersible pump 1 pumps water to the tapping points in kitchen and bathroom. 10.2 Fresh water supply (215 to 260 and 305 S with L equipment only) When L equipment is configured, the cabin is equipped with one fresh water tank with 80/97 litres capacity.
10.3 Fresh water supply (280 /280 S with L equipment only) When L equipment is configured, the cabin is equipped with one fresh water tank with 80/97 litres capacity. A pressure pump pumps water to the tapping points. Water tank 2 is located under the left seat bench and is filled by hose from the outside via a filler neck (see chapter Water tank).
10.4 Waste water tank (215 to 260 RS and 305 S only) Attention Risk of environmental pollution Environmental protection regulations and campsite guidelines must • always be observed, when disposing of waste water! Waste water may not enter the soil. Waste water tank 2 is located in the rear left at the transition to the rear end.
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Cleaning the waste water tank In order to clean waste water tank 1, you can open cleaning opening 2 via the rear stowage space and clean waste water tank 1. 80 of 90...
10.6 Cassette Porta Potti (215 to 280 S and 305 S with L equipment only) When L equipment is configured, the cabin is equipped with a “Cassette Porta Potti” toilet. This toilet consists of two main parts, a built-in toilet and a waste-holding tank removable from the outside. For flushing, the toilet is directly supplied from the fresh water tank.
10.7 Sink (215 to 305 S only) Sink Attention Component damage Prior to folding down the sink, the mixer tap must be turned • completely to the right towards the outer wall. In order to fold down sink 1, turn lever 2 a quarter turn clockwise. Shower head (215 to 260RS with L equipment) The shower head can be pulled out of the mixer tap.
10.8 Sink (280 / 280 S only) Mixer tap Attention Component damage Prior to folding down the sink, the mixer tap must be turned • completely to the right towards the outer wall. Turn mixer tap 1 completely to the right. Sink In order to fold down sink 1, turn lever 2 a quarter turn clockwise.
10.9 Shower cabin (280 / 280 RS and 305 S only) A separate shower cabin is installed in the cabin, which can be closed with respective doors 2 as splash guard. In order to close the doors, turn lever 3 a quarter turn to the left or right and pull the doors shut. Shower head 4 can be supplied via a separate mixer tap 1.
10.10 Bathroom skylight Opening and closing the bathroom skylight Fold down screen 1 by pulling on handle 2. Grab handle bars 3 of the skylight and press handles 4 inward. Now the skylight can be opened upward. In order to close the skylight, firmly pull the skylight on handles 4 downward, until the skylight latches.
11 Gas supply Caution Risk of explosion Modifications to build-in units, the gas system or the electrical • system may only be performed by authorized specialist personnel. A separate compartment is provided in the kitchen block on the right side in order to store two gas cylinders of 5 kg each.
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Note For an exact description of the operation, refer to the enclosed • operating instructions by Truma SecuMotion. A quick-action stop valve 1 is installed for each of the appliances mentioned above. Depending on the equipment option, quick-action stop valves 1 are either located in the kitchen block on the right side or in the stowage space on the left side inside the cabin.
Prior to using gas appliances, open gas cylinder valve 4 first, followed by pressing valve 3. As the last step, press and hold quick-action stop valve 2 on pressure regulator SecuMotion 1 for at least 3 seconds. Note For an exact description of the operation, refer to the enclosed •...
12 Troubleshooting 12.1 Trouble shooting of the electrical supports Symptom Possible causes Remedy As soon as the Control unit error. Disconnect remote control, remote control is wait for 15 seconds and connect it connected, one again. or several If the problem continues to exist, supports contact your Happijac dealer.
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