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Summary of Contents for Tribute IMALA
- Page 1 O W N E R ’ S H A N D B O O K w w w. a u t o - t r a i l . c o . u k w w w. t r i b u t e m o t o r h o m e s . c o . u k...
- Page 2 Owners Handbook...
- Page 3 Your motorhome makes use of many complex systems and services. Please ensure that you have read all instruction manuals carefully, and fully understand all aspects of your vehicle, before driving it on the open road. If you have any queries on the operation of any part of your motorhome please contact your supplying dealer.
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Page 4: Useful Information
Use f ul In fo rm atio n Complete the details below: Model: Name: Telephone: Date Purchased: Supplying Dealer: Sales Person: Telephone Number: Tyre Pressure: Radio Code: Exterior Door Key Number: Water Filter Key Number: Vehicle Build Number: O wne rs Hand book... - Page 5 Trigano House, Genesis Way, Europarc, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire, DN37 9TU, United Kingdom. Tel: +44(0) 1472 571000 Fax: +44(0) 1472 571001 e-mail: sales@auto-trail.co.uk www.tributemotorhomes.co.uk...
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
Co nte nts Useful Information ........3-4 Triplex Cooker ........22-23 Good Neighbour Guide ......42-44 Introduction ..........6-7 Aspire 2 Cooker ........24-25 Annual Check List ........45-49 Preparing for the Road ......8-9 Dometic RM8401 Refrigerator ....26 Guarantee & Aftercare ......50-51 External Features ........10-11 Truma S3002 Space Heater ...... - Page 7 Tribute/Imala welcomes you to the ranks of Tribute/Imala owners. This handbook has been designed to enable you to derive the maximum benefit and enjoyment from your motorhome; its information will be beneficial to experienced and new motorhomers alike.
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Page 8: Introduction
In tro d uctio n Thank you for deciding to buy one of our Should you require assistance, your supplying Modifications To Your Vehicle motorhomes and welcome to the ranks of dealer is fully conversant with the correct Please check with your supplying dealer before Auto-Trail owners. -
Page 9: Preparing For The Road
Please be advised that the maximum weight Loading Your Vehicle that should be carried on the roof is 40kg All models manufactured by Tribute are of a well balanced design, the most common causes of poor stability include: Please be aware that in certain conditions the aluminium roof may •... -
Page 10: Preparing For The Road
P re par i ng Fo r Th e Road Please note that if you add both maximum • Close and latch all windows (never drive with Maximum Loading Of Your Vehicle authorised axle weights together it will windows on night settings). The weights of your vehicle are stated in the back normally give you a larger figure than the •... -
Page 11: External Features
Ex te r na l Fea tu res A Fridge vents C Status T.V. aerial (omni-directional, where fitted) B Side marker lights Model shown T-720... - Page 12 Ex te r na l Fe a ture s D Awning light (where fitted) F Rear marker lights H Lockable fresh water filler E Lockable external access door to toilet waste tank G High level brake light (where fitted) Model shown T-720 O w ne rs H and book...
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Page 13: Driving Your Motorhome
D r iv ing Yo ur Motorhome Driving Your Motorhome Pulling Away Reversing When pulling away in your motorhome always Proficiency at reversing can only be achieved operate the clutch smoothly, change gears with practice and we would recommend that smoothly and try not to jerk the clutch. -
Page 14: Selecting A Pitch
Sel ect ing A Pitc h Selecting A Pitch • Remove the wheel nuts and wheel. Do not pitch in a position in which your vehicle will obstruct others coming in. • Fit the spare wheel and reverse the above procedure. Try to choose an area that is dry, reasonably level and preferably with a hard base. -
Page 15: Gas Services
• Extinguish any fire, Flame or source if ignition before changing gas cylinders Please ensure that any additional appliances, not fitted by Tribute, are capable of working • Carefully position the gas cylinders into the within this pressure. gas compartment locating the bottle into the retaining devices taking care not to damage any of the pipe work or fittings. -
Page 16: Gas Services
G as Ser vice s If gas bottles are to be removed for a long period The location of the isolation valves varies from of time then care should be taken to ensure that model to model, and depending on the layout some debris cannot enter the gas system via the open vehicles may have two individual sets of valves. -
Page 17: Electrical Services
Electr ical Serv ic es Electrical Services Connecting The Vehicle To A All vehicles have both a 12v and 230v Mains Supply electrical system. Your vehicle is supplied with an orange mains The 12v electrical system is supplied by a hook-up cable that will connect your rechargeable leisure battery that is located motorhome to a suitable power supply... - Page 18 (lever in ‘UP’ position). If the button failed to that the connection can be made neutral to neutral Brown Live operate the RCD seek professional advice and live to live as recommended. Your Tribute, Blue Neutral Black from a qualified electrician.
- Page 19 Electr ical Serv ic es Electrical Services Motorhome mains inlet IMPORTANT Periodically, preferably not less than once a year, the motorhome electrical installation should be inspected and tested. A report on the condition should be obtained as described in the Regulations for Electrical Installations, The cable plug is connected to the cable published by the Institute of Electrical...
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Page 20: Leisure Battery
Le isure B at tery Leisure Battery Your vehicle is equipped with a rechargeable Connecting and disconnecting the battery leisure battery that is located in a dedicated battery Please ensure that all cigarettes are extinguished compartment within your vehicle. before working in the auxiliary battery compartment. Locations of leisure batteries vary from model Switch off all appliances and lamps before to model, so please familiarise yourself with your... -
Page 21: Ec155 Power Supply Unit
Details of fuse ratings are given in your Tribute handbook and Features of the PSU information wallet supplied with your vehicle. RESIDUAL CURRENT DEVICE (R.C.D.) &... -
Page 22: Ec100 Control Panel
The alarm lasts for 1 minute and the battery will Aux ON / OFF automatically switch over to the leisure battery On all Tribute vehicles the Auxiliary switch is used to protect the vehicle battery. to turn on and off the exterior awning light. -
Page 23: Triplex Cooker
Tri p lex C oo ker Triplex Cooker The Triplex oven is a combined oven with a (6) If burner has not lit within 15 seconds, built in grill. It also incorporates three gas release knob and wait at least 1 minute burners. - Page 24 Tri p le x Coo ker Triplex Cooker Using the oven Temperature Control DO always use oven gloves when removing food shelves and trays from the oven. (1) Ensure gas cylinder/supply is connected and The temperature in the oven is controlled by a turned on.
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Page 25: Aspire 2 Cooker
A sp i re 2 Coo ke r Aspire 2 Cooker The Aspire 2 is fitted with three gas burners, To light the gas burners one 230V hotplate and gas oven. The gas • Push in the control knob and rotate to the burners are fully adjustable between simmer highest setting. - Page 26 Asp ire 2 Coo ke r Switching ON To Turn OFF • The hotplate control is numbered from 1 to 6. • Turn the control knob until the line on the • To turn it on rotate the knob either clockwise or control knob is aligned with the dot on the anti clockwise to the required position.
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Page 27: Dometic Rm8401 Refrigerator
D omet ic RM840 1 Re fr ige ra tor Dometic RM8401 Refrigerator These refrigerators are designed to be used indication that there is a problem with on 230V, 12V (DC) or LPG. the supply. 1 Power On switch / Energy selector 12V DC Operation switch (MODE) •... -
Page 28: Truma S3002 Space Heater
Veh ic le Spa ce Heate r Tr uma S3 00 2 Truma S3002 All vehicles incorporate a Truma S3002 3kw Turn on the control knob to the desired thermostat Set the central thermostat knob to the desired gas heater. setting (from 1 to 9) and press down as far as the room temperature (1 to 9). -
Page 29: Truma Ultrastore Water Heater
Truma Ultrastore Water Heater Truma Ultrastore Water Heater The Truma Ultrastore water heater has a 10 litre • Select the required water temperature on the capacity that operates on either LPG, control panel (which is normally located over or where available, 230V electric. the entrance door) which is variable from 30˚to 70˚... -
Page 30: Flue Covers & Water Services
Flue C over s a nd Wate r Ser v ic es Water Services Please note that if the pump runs on for To Fill Travel Drain more than 5-10 seconds after you have • Remove the cap and insert a suitable length Your vehicle may be fitted with a “travel drain”... - Page 31 Water Se rv ice s Water Services Flue Covers Fresh Water Tank The Truma Ultrastore water heater fitted to your vehicle is supplied with a flue cover that is Your vehicle has an on board fresh water tank designed to keep out water and debris if the that allows you to carry fresh water with you on vehicle is to be stood unused for any length your journey.
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Page 32: Thetford Cassette Toilet
T he tford Cas se tt e Toi le t Thetford Cassette Toilet The toilet is made up of two parts: In Use • Remove the emptying spout cap. Hold the a permanently fixed toilet and a waste holding tank waste holding tank by the upper handle •... -
Page 33: Windows And Skylights
W in dow s & Skyli ghts Windows & Skylights Your vehicle is fitted with side windows and Skylights sky lights to provide light and ventilation to Your vehicle is fitted with skylights in the your vehicle. ceiling to allow light and ventilation into The number of windows and skylights fitted to the vehicle. -
Page 34: Security And Ventilation
Se cu rity & Ven tila tion Security & Ventilation Ventilation Fire And Safety Precautions Combustible Materials Low level ventilation is provided via the entrance In Case Of Fire step well. High level ventilation is provided by Care should be taken when storing any Please read all warning notices inside your skylights located in the roof of your vehicle. -
Page 35: Security And Ventilation
S ecur i ty & Ve nti lation Security & Ventilation Fire Extinguisher Testing your smoke alarm Your vehicle is fitted with a fire extinguisher for It is recommended that you test your smoke use in the event of an emergency. alarm once a week to ensure the detector is working correctly. - Page 36 Se cu r ity & Ven tilati o n Security & Ventilation Carbon monoxide alarm • Keep the detector free from dust by gently vacuuming with a soft brush Your vehicle is fitted with a battery operated Carbon monoxide detector it will detect carbon •...
- Page 37 Escape Paths Security It is important that you do not block any escape At Tribute we have tried to go further than any paths or emergency exits with any obstructions other motorhome manufacturer to protect your that could hinder your escape in an emergency.
- Page 38 Se cu r ity & Ven tilati o n Entrance Step Please Note Your vehicle may be fitted with an electric entrance Operating the central locking can also activate the step that is designed to assist you when entering electric entrance step. and exiting your Motorhome.
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Page 39: General Care
Motorhome Exterior Clean your windows as you would your car. The exterior of Tribute motorhomes are finished Do not use a sponge on dirty windows. with a highly polished fibreglass skin. When all dirt has been removed, dry with a This is a very durable surface and is very easy leather or ‘Vyleda’... - Page 40 G ene r al Care General Care Tar can be removed using a proprietary tar Condensation Try to make sure all areas are at least partially remover which is available from most car heated, condensation most often occurs in Condensation occurs when warm moist air accessory shops.
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Page 41: General Care
Soft Furnishings go brittle and crack. Carpets should be vacuumed occasionally to Tribute will not be held responsible for any remove grit and sand. This helps maintain replacement if it suspected that this was good appearance and ensure long life. -
Page 42: Winter Laying Up
Leave all cupboard doors open to allow the maximum amount of air to circulate around the vehicle. Model shown Imala 715 O wne rs Hand book... -
Page 43: Good Neighbour Guide
M oto rho me Ow ners ’ G ood N ei gh bo ur G uid e Motorhome Owners’ Good Neighbour Code At A Camp Site - On Arrival Using Site Appliances Park as close to the reception area as possible •... - Page 44 M oto rh ome Ow n er s ’ Good N eigh bo ur Guide Disposing Of Waste At A Camp Site - Noise Pollution • Dogs must not be allowed to foul sites, roads or green areas. If your vehicle is not fitted with a waste water Please show consideration by thinking how the tank, place a suitable container under all waste noise you create will affect those around you.
- Page 45 M oto rho me Ow ners ’ G ood N ei gh bo ur G uid e Motorhome Owners’ Good Neighbour Code Tents And Awnings • Control the water waste from your motorhome,do not let it run onto the ground. It is polite to ask permission before erecting a tent or awning.
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Page 46: Annual Check List
Tr ibute /Ima la Mot or h ome Annu al Checkl is t Tribute/Imala Motorhome Annual Checklist Protecting The Environment Introduction 2. Windows Always behave and, encourage children to behave, Window Fitments and Operation It makes good sense to check over your in a manner that protects the environment and motorhome at least every year. - Page 47 Tri b ute/I ma la M oto rhom e An nual Che c klis t Tribute/Imala Motorhome Annual Checklist 4. Internal Doors Wheelboxes Security Check for damage, corrosion, water seepage, or signs of tyre rubbing. Check that the hinges and catches are in good condition and operate properly.
- Page 48 Tr ibute /Ima la Mot or h ome Annu al Checkl is t 6. Attachments to Body Exterior Curtains, Blinds and Nets Check that the air vents and gas drain hole in the floor of the cylinder compartment are free from Flue Terminals and Air Vents Check that the tracks are secure and without obstruction.
- Page 49 Tri b ute/I ma la M oto rhom e An nual Che c klis t Tribute/Imala Motorhome Annual Checklist Flame Structure 9. Gas Systems Flame Structure • Pilot flames should burn quietly and cleanly. • Flame failure device (FFD): Check for •...
- Page 50 Tr ibute /Ima la Mot or h ome Annu al Checkl is t 10. Water System hot water system is fitted, it can be checked • Appliances: Inspect all appliances for signs of for leaks using cold water. damage, overheating or wear. Check the Before operating the water system, check the security of the fixings.
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Page 51: Guarantee & Aftercare
G uarantee Guarantee Habitation Compartment Warranty Body Construction Integrity Warranty Your Auto-Trail Motorhome is offered with a Your Auto-Trail Motor home is offered with a two year manufacturer backed warranty for its’ 10 year manufacturer’s warranty against the habitation compartment, with the third year breakdown of the body seals (terms and warranty (excluding water ingress and conditions apply) with a graduating customer... - Page 52 A f te rc are Fiat Camper Assist The Fiat Ducato of your new Auto-Trail Motorhome is covered by Fiat Camper Assistance for a period of 24 months. A new call centre reserved for Motorhome drivers is now available. All you have to do is call 0800 3428 1111 and a knowledgeable operator speaking your language will give you the comprehensive information on the products...
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Page 53: Vehicle Specifications/Tire Pressure
TRIBUTE T715 7.06M 2.35M 3.03M 3.06M 3500kg 3160kg 1250kg 4750kg TRIBUTE T720 7.06M 2.35M 3.03M 3.06M 3500kg 3095kg 1250kg 4750kg IMALA 615 6.34M 2.35M 3.03M 3.06M 3500kg 3010kg 1250kg 4750kg IMALA 620 6.34M 2.35M 3.03M 3.06M 3500kg 3025kg 1250kg 4750kg IMALA 625 6.34M... - Page 54 TYRE PRESSURES – COLD (BARS) MODEL TYRE SIZE FRONT REAR COLD (BARS) AXLE AXLE TRIBUTE T615 / IMALA 615 215/70R15CP TRIBUTE T620 / IMALA 620 215/70R15CP TRIBUTE T625 / IMALA 625 215/70R15CP TRIBUTE T715 / IMALA 715 215/70R15CP TRIBUTE T720 / IMALA 720...
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Page 55: Cable Colour Chart
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Page 56: Power Circuits
Pow er Ci rcu its O wne rs Hand book... -
Page 57: Road Lighting Circuits
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Page 58: Consumer Circuits - Floor
C o nsume r C ircui ts - F loor O wne rs Hand book... -
Page 59: Consumer Circuits - Roof
C onsum er Ci rcuits - Roof... -
Page 60: Circuits
230 v Ci rcu its O wne rs Hand book... - Page 61 N otes...
- Page 62 O W N E R ’ S H A N D B O O K : Auto-Trail VR Limited. Trigano House, Genesis Way, Europarc, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire, DN37 9TU, United Kingdom. Main Reception: Tel +44(0) 1472 571000 Fax +44(0) 1472 571001 www.auto-trail.co.uk Parts Department: Tel +44(0) 1472 571003 Fax +44(0) 1472 571002 8975 09/14 Designed and produced by Kal Group T: +44 (0)1427 610127 www.kal-group.co.uk...
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