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- Page 1 Owner’s Manual 2017 Hymer Aktiv © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Front Captain’s Seats ............................................17 Second Row Seating ............................................17 Ventilation ................................................18 Window Treatments ............................................18 Sleeping Facilities ..............................................20 Optional Folding Mattress for Front Bed ......................................21 Bathroom Facilities ..............................................23 Enclosed Bath ..............................................23 © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc... - Page 3 Side Sliding Door Screen ........................................... 30 Rear Door Screen .............................................. 30 Utilities ................................................... 31 Fresh Water ............................................... 31 City Water ................................................. 31 Water Pump ............................................... 31 Waste Water: ..............................................32 Gray Tank ................................................32 © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc...
- Page 4 Power Sources ..............................................36 12 Volt DC Power ............................................. 36 Inverter ................................................37 Other Switches: ..............................................37 Patio Light ................................................37 Water Pump Switch ............................................38 Water Heater Switch ............................................38 Tank Charge Indicators ............................................38 © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc...
- Page 5 Spare Tire Storage ..............................................43 Rear Door Spare Tire ............................................43 Obtaining Service ..............................................44 Specifications ................................................45 Warranty ................................................46 Industry Leading – Six Year Transferable RV Warranty ................................... 46 Chassis Manufacturer Warranty ........................................46 © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc...
- Page 6 HOWTO: Shore Power ............................................53 Campsite Connections ............................................53 HOWTO: Potable Water Use ..........................................54 Connecting to a Water Supply .......................................... 54 HOWTO: Waste Water Dumping ........................................56 Wastewater Storage and Dumping ........................................56 © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc...
- Page 7 Propane Tank Location ............................................62 Main Shutoff Valve .............................................. 62 BBQ Pigtail ................................................. 63 Propane Tank Filling ............................................63 Propane Relief Valve ............................................63 Propane Sender ..............................................63 Slam Shut Valve ..............................................64 © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc...
- Page 8 HOWTO: Water System Winterizing ........................................65 Do You Really Need to Winterize? ........................................65 Winterize Using Anti-Freeze ..........................................65 Other Methods of Winterizing .......................................... 66 HOWTO: De-Winterizing ............................................ 66 © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc.
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Page 9: Introduction To Your Aktiv
Introduction to Your Aktiv Congratulations on the purchase of your Aktiv and welcome to the Erwin Hymer Group NA family. The information included in this manual is meant to help and guide you through the use of your vehicle so that you know how to properly use the many functions your Aktiv has to offer. -
Page 10: References
All images used in this manual remain the property of Erwin Hymer Group NA. They are for illustrative purposes only and may or may not be representative of the upfits in your Hymer. Contact Erwin Hymer Group NA for alternate licensing arrangements if you want to use or distribute this manual commercially. -
Page 11: Information, Cautions And Warnings
If hooked directly to the BBQ quick disconnect they will be a severe fire hazard. Propane Leak Do not block the air circulation in the area where the Propane Leak Detector is located. Detector © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc... - Page 12 Battery acid can burn your skin and damage clothing. Protective eye wear and gloves should be worn while handling batteries. Effective June 2010 all Erwin Hymer Group NA installed batteries are sealed AGM batteries that do not require the addition of water.
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Page 13: Before You Head Out
To flush the tank, fill it using the fill port in the driver's side rear panel and open the fresh water tank drain under the tank at the rear of the Aktiv. Plug in overnight to fully charge batteries. Turn off and clean out the refrigerator and prop the door open to let it air out. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc... -
Page 14: Interior Living Space
The objects may shift position with vehicle motion and cause injury when the cabinets are opened. For this reason, Ewin Hymer Group NA recommends that you are aware of the objects that you store in overhead cabinets. -
Page 15: Lights
The first switch (on the second set, the right of the plug and first set) controls the podium floor lights close to the floor at the front of the coach, just inside the sliding door. The final switch controls the light to the bathroom. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc. -
Page 16: Table
To use the table, release the snap-on strap first, lift the table top and the leg underneath will snap into place. There is a short snap strap on the right side (closest to the driver’s captain seat) and extend the rest of the table top. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc... -
Page 17: Front Captain's Seats
There are two rear passenger seats. You can access them by the passenger sliding door. They are directly in front of the bathroom and behind the driver’s seat. The cushion on them does lift and underneath them there are two removable wood panels that give access to the water heater. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc. -
Page 18: Ventilation
The skylight window in your Aktiv can be covered using the pull shade, included below the skylight. On the other side, there is a pull screen. To open the skylight, pull the crank handle down and turn. This is also a source of mild ventilation, without a fan. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc. - Page 19 Many of the side windows have similar shades. Pull the shade down and to lock it, it latches quite easily to the bottom runner/track. These are located on the windows at the sides of the vehicle and on the back. Never attempt to attach any sort of fastener or track above the front doors. The airbag could deploy causing severe injury. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc...
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Page 20: Sleeping Facilities
This can be pulled to help block light or for privacy purposes. There is additional storage in the rear, above and below the bed. The cabinets operate in the same way as the cabinets in the galley. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc... -
Page 21: Optional Folding Mattress For Front Bed
Place the second bed base part so that the hook-n-loop strip lines up with the hook-n-loop strip of the first piece. Secure the two bed base parts together by pressing along the hook-n-loop strips. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc... - Page 22 The mattresses can be removed, folded up, and placed on the rear bed. The bed base is too long to be placed on the rear bed; it should be folded and placed in the aisle, along the floor at the rear of the Aktiv. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc...
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Page 23: Bathroom Facilities
Alternatively, to raise the sink while not in use or to have a shower, lift sink from the front until it is up as far as it can go and fully in position. Never pull on the sink to lower it. This will damage the latch mechanism for the sink. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc. -
Page 24: Door
The enclosed bathroom in your Aktiv contains a cassette toilet. To flush the toilet, press the button located behind the toilet. See “How To: Waste Water Dumping” for dumping instructions for the toilet cassette. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc... -
Page 25: Shower
There are curtains in the shower which cover the mirror and sink while you shower. When finished, either air or towel dry the curtains and refasten the drain stopper to prevent the contents of the gray water tank from sloshing up into the shower area while driving. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc... -
Page 26: Exhaust Fan
The microwave is a standard microwave oven. It operates much the same as the microwave at your house. It is probably lower powered, so cooking may take a bit longer. You must have 120VAC power available to use the microwave. See ‘Electrical System’ section of this manual for details. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc... -
Page 27: Stove
The propane stove needs fresh air for its safe operation. Make sure to open a window or the skylight and turn on the overhead fan (located in the bathroom) for proper ventilation. Refer to the stove’s owner’s manual for details of operation. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc... -
Page 28: Outside Your Aktiv
To retract the awning, press and hold rocker switch to ‘in’. The awning is only powered when the ignition switch is off. To use the awning, turn off the ignition. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc. -
Page 29: Exterior Connections
Below these doors, under the shield close to the rear wheel on the driver’s side is the dump valves for the gray tank and the toilet cassette. Propane Access Panel The propane access cover is located underneath the passenger sliding door. Flip the side latches to expose the tank valve and filler. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc. -
Page 30: Side Sliding Door Screen
The Aktiv has a rear screen which allows you to open the rear doors and get fresh air and a better view, without bugs coming in or pets going out. It operates similarly to the Side Door Screen but instead of running horizontally, the screen runs vertically and pulls down from the top. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc... -
Page 31: Utilities
30 gallons. Erwin Hymer Group NA recommends that you use a dedicated single purpose potable-water hose. These are usually white in color. Buy a new one and use it only for filling your tank and connecting to city water. View any hose lying around a campground with extreme skepticism, especially if there's a wastewater dump nearby. -
Page 32: Waste Water
Close the gray water gate valve before using the waste water system. It is possible for the valve to open slightly especially after extensive driving. The gray water dump valve is accessed through the driver side storage door. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc... -
Page 33: Propane System
Propane HOWTO at the back of this manual. Heating and Cooling Thermostat There are two thermostats in the Aktiv: 1. The first controls the heater and is located above the sliding door, beside the monitor panel. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc. -
Page 34: Electrical System
Your charging time will vary depending on the amount of depletion. Always close the rear windows of the vehicle and turn off the roof ventilation fan when you are running the engine, to avoid exhaust from entering the vehicle's interior. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc... -
Page 35: Engine Generator
See the ‘Outside your Aktiv’ section of this manual for location. The switchover from shore power to inverter is automatic. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc... -
Page 36: Outlets
This switch must be on for any of the 12VDC electrical devices to work. Remember to turn off two switches; the inverter switch and the battery disconnect switch when your Aktiv is © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc... -
Page 37: Inverter
On the monitor panel, the top left switch is the patio lights switch. Press the top of the button to turn the lights on and the bottom to turn them off. These are LED lights and use very little power. The lights are in/along the awning. If the awning is not open, you will not be able to use the light successfully. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc... -
Page 38: Water Pump Switch
The 12VDC fuses are located to the right of the 110VAC breakers. The label on the cover has identifying information for each fuse. These are standard automotive fuses. Always replace the fuses with the appropriate amperage and never replace a blown fuse with one of a larger rating. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc. -
Page 39: Alarms And Warnings
The detector has a useful service life; beyond which it needs to be replaced. See manufacturer’s owner’s manual for other operating instructions or look for the sticker which is sometimes placed on the detector to see the replacement date. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc. -
Page 40: Smoke Alarm
12 years so replace the fire extinguisher if it is more than 12 years past the year of manufacture stamped on the base of the cylinder. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc... -
Page 41: Maintenance
Flush and sanitize fresh water tank. To flush the tank: o Fill it completely using the city fill and drain using the fresh water tank drain underneath the tank. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc. -
Page 42: At Least Twice A Year
Wax and polish and protect exterior surfaces. The wheels are coated aluminum and there is no bare aluminum on the vehicle, so do not use aluminum polish on any surface of your Aktiv. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc... -
Page 43: Other Maintenance Checks
Do not attempt to raise an empty tire carrier. If you change the tire, put the flat on the carrier before attempting to raise it. Never release the latch on a tire carrier without a tire on it. The spring will move the arm of the carrier upward with great force and speed. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc... -
Page 44: Obtaining Service
Erwin Hymer Group NA typically cannot initiate a case with the chassis manufacturer, the owner must do that. Contact Erwin Hymer Group NA Service after you have exhausted the process above. Please provide as complete a record as you can so that your effort is not duplicated. -
Page 45: Specifications
B pillar (right side of the door frame, near the latch). This specification refers to the baseline Aktiv upfits. Options and upgrades may change these specifications. This applies to Erwin Hymer Group NA upfits only. Total fresh water capacity (includes water heater) 32.6 gallons/124 litres... -
Page 46: Warranty
Appliance Warranty Appliance warranties are not initially warrantied by Erwin Hymer Group NA but are covered by individual warranties offered by their respective manufacturers, to which terms both Purchaser and Dealer must comply. Please refer to your warranty information for a list of appliances that apply. - Page 47 © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc...
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Page 48: Regulatory Notices
Disclaimer This owner’s manual was created to help owners with general use, maintenance and care of their RV. Erwin Hymer Group NA conducts ongoing product development and uses photos from multiple brands and vehicles to create these instructions. The included images may not reflect exact makes and/or models however, the information remains relevant and useful. -
Page 49: Battery Disconnect Switch
On the monitor panel, the top left switch is the patio light switch. Press the top of the button to turn the lights on, and the bottom to turn them off. These are LED lights and use very little power. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc... -
Page 50: Water Pump Switch
Erwin Hymer Group NA recommends that you always keep a small amount of water in your gray and toilet cassette. This will reduce the likelihood of material sticking to the inside of the tank. -
Page 51: Howto: Setting Up Your Campsite
The tank level indicators only tell you to the nearest third what your tank levels are. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc. -
Page 52: Simplify, Simplify
Aktiv owners install a small bubble level in an inconspicuous place visible from the driver's seat to assist with the leveling process. Leveling blocks. How level is level? In general, if it's level enough to be comfortable for you, it's probably good enough for your plumbing. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc. -
Page 53: Howto: Shore Power
The pedestal will also typically have individual breakers for the 15A, 30A, and 50A services. Many campgrounds turn off unused breakers so check that the breaker for the plug you will be using is turned on. Your Aktiv is equipped with a 30 Amp cord. Most power pedestals have a 30 amp receptacle. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc. -
Page 54: Howto: Potable Water Use
Turn the faucet on and check for leaks, tightening the connections as necessary. Campgrounds and municipalities vary greatly in supplied water pressure. Before connecting to external water supplies, purchase and install a pressure regulator in line with the water connection. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc... - Page 55 You can connect to a city water connection when your Aktiv is configured in the summer operation mode. The city water inlet connection is in the small compartment just behind the driver's side rear tire. Erwin Hymer Group NA recommends that you use a potable-water hose. These are usually white in color. To connect the Aktiv's water system to an outside source: ...
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Page 56: Howto: Waste Water Dumping
3. Rotate orange pour spout away from the cassette and unscrew lid. 4. Press button at bottom of cassette to release pressure (button is at the opposite end of the lid). 5. Hold handle with other hand closest to the lid. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc... -
Page 57: Dumping The Tanks
Open the valve on the end of the sewage discharge hose by turning the black plastic handle to align with the hose. o Fully close discharge valve when done. o You should hose down the area around the end of the hose and discharge valve with a good supply of fresh water. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc... - Page 58 You should hose down the area around the discharge valve as well as the sewer hose with a good supply of fresh water. o Replace discharge cover and store sewer hose. Extending the hose. Open the dump hose valve. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc.
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Page 59: To Dump A Toilet Cassette
Return cassette to your RV. To avoid foul scent issues: Consider adding a portable toilet sanitizer to your cassette before returning it into your RV. Spray cassette with antibacterial. Spray holding area with antibacterial. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc. -
Page 60: Howto: Cable And Tv Reception
To watch a dvd: Have 110VAC power available (inverter on or shore power plugged in or generator running). Turn on tv and in dash radio head unit. Set the speaker selector to "SURROUND". © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc... -
Page 61: Cable Tv
If you smell propane outside the vehicle, especially after filling, it is quite likely that the attendant did not close the bleeder valve fully. The bleeder valve is a small brass knob used to vent gas to provide room for the liquid while filling. Check to make sure this valve is closed tightly. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc... -
Page 62: Regulatory Concerns
If you open the valve too quickly, especially after an extended shutoff, it is possible you will active the slam shut valve. See below for more information. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc... -
Page 63: Bbq Pigtail
It depends on the characteristics of your individual propane system. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc... -
Page 64: Slam Shut Valve
The auxiliary BBQ outlet is regulated to 15 P.S.I. If you are using an external grill with this hookup, ensure that the appliance is rated for that pressure or has its own regulator for lower pressure. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc... -
Page 65: Howto: Water System Winterizing
9. Remove the lid from non-toxic RV approved antifreeze and insert open end of pipe, attached to 3-way winterizing valve. Turn lever on the winterizing valve to the winterizing position. © Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc. -
Page 66: Other Methods Of Winterizing
17. Open the fresh tank drain line until antifreeze flows out. Other Methods of Winterizing Erwin Hymer Group NA only recommends the winterizing method outlined above using RV antifreeze. HOWTO: De-Winterizing If you winterized only for a short time (less than a week) you can complete this winterizing procedure without the use of bleach. Otherwise, if winterizing for a longer period you will need 2 gallons of fresh water and 1 cup of fresh bleach.
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