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SIESTA DE LUXE
OPTIMA DE LUXE
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  • Page 1 • SIESTA DE LUXE OPTIMA DE LUXE MANUAL Version 09/2016...
  • Page 2 1. 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

    1. Introduction Chapter 1: Introduction Tyre pressure ............27 General information............. 4 Tyre profile depth and age of tyres......28 Designations in the operating instructions ....5 Wheel rims ............... 29 Changing a tyre ............30 Chapter 2: Safety Fast tyre repair kit ............ 31 Intended use ..............
  • Page 4 1. Introduction 6.13 Seatbelts in the motor home ........80 10.4 Gas cooker ............. 176 6.14 Overview of the seating arrangements ....81 10.5 Fume Hood ............. 178 10.6 Oven ............... 179 Chapter 7: Electrical Installations 10.7 Rooftop Air Conditioning ........181 Safety instructions ...........

  • Page 5: Introduction

    For • Any defects that affect the safety of passengers or this reason, no claims may be asserted against HOBBY based the motor home should be remedied immediately by on the con-tents of this user manual.

  • Page 6: Designations In The Operating Instructions

    1. Introduction 1.2 Designations in the operating instructions In accordance with guarantee conditions, HOBBY's dealer will give you a 5-year guarantee on the consistency of the motor home. Your dealer will give you a guarantee booklet, “5 Years‘ This manual explains the motor home in the following Guarantee on Consistency“...
  • Page 7 1. Introduction Lists Optional Extras Lists are given in the form of key words and shown as bullet You have selected a mobile home that is equipped to taste. points using “-“. This user manual describes all of the models and equipment Handling instructions offered within the same programme.

  • Page 8: Chapter 2: Safety

    1. Introduction 2. Safety Chapter 2: Safety No use of the motorhome other than that described here is permitted; any other use is regarded as contrary to the inten- ded use. 2.1 Intended use 2.2 General information This motorhome has been designed as a mobile travel accom- modation for private, not commercial use.

  • Page 9: Fire Protection

    2. Safety 2.3 Fire protection Precautions against fire • Never leave children alone in the vehicle. • Keep inflammable materials away from all heating and cooking devices. • Any changes to the electric system, accelerator system or built-in devices may only be carried out by an authorised workshop.

  • Page 10: Equipment

    2. Safety 2.4 Equipment 2.4.1 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 100 m The first-aid kit should always be at hand and have a fixed position in your motor home.

  • Page 11: Vehicle Tool Kit

    2. Safety Mobile homes with a technically permissible maximum weight of more than 3.5 tons must also carry a flashing war- ning light; with a technically permissible maximum weight of more than 4 tons they must also carry at least two (2) chocks (not included in the scope of delivery).

  • Page 12: Before Driving

    - Motor Vehicle Registration Certificate Part II and/or Certifi- If you have any further questions or difficulties, your autho- cate of Conformity (CoC) rised Hobby dealer will always be available to assist you! - Electronic Insurance Certificate/eIC Number - personal identification or proof of residence...

  • Page 13: Before Each Drive

    2. Safety 2.5.2 Before each drive Road safety • Before driving, check that the signalling and lighting systems (switch on battery circuit breaker), steering and brakes function correctly. • If the vehicle has been standing for a longer period of time (approx.

  • Page 14: Preparing The Vehicle

    2. Safety Preparing the vehicle Interior Check the exterior of the vehicle and carry out the following Some preparations must also be carried out inside the motor preparations before driving: home. Preparing the interior Preparing the vehicle • Sort loose objects and stow them in the compartments. •...

  • Page 15: While Driving

    2. Safety • Should there be a thermal curtain , remove it from the driver's cab. • If necessary, secure the shower doors. Do not overload the vehicle! It is imperative that you not the permissible axle loads, the technically permissible overall mass as well as the permissible height, width and length of the motor home.
  • Page 16 2. Safety • Only install children's car seats on seats that have been • Adjust your speed to road and traffic conditions. fitted by the manufacturer with three-point belts. • Long descents with a slight gradient can become dangerous. • Turn the swivel seats in the direction of traffic and lock Adjust your speed from the very beginning to allow you to them into place.
  • Page 17 2. Safety Driving economically Reversing/Manoeuvring The engine of your motor home has not been designed to drive Your engine home is far larger than a car. constantly under a full load. The following applies to reversing/manoeuvring • Even if the wing mirrors are correctly adjusted there is a The following applies when driving significant blind spot.

  • Page 18: After Driving

    2. Safety 2.7 After driving If the temperature is below 0°C only put the handbrake on lightly and ensure that the vehicle is in gear to prevent Selecting a parking space the handbrake from freezing up! The following applies for selecting a parking space Switching electric consumption: •...

  • Page 19: Chapter 3: Chassis

    In addition, the VIN is also given on the type plate of the base vehicle as well as on the Hobby type plate (in the motor com- partment on the upper front cross member of the radiator).

  • Page 20: Loading

    Heavy or bulky objects belong in the lower storage compartments and near the axle. • Never overload the rear of the mobile home, because this will have a negative influence on its driving performance. • The lower the mobile home's centre of gravity, the better Hobby name plate its driving performance and response in curves. Approval number • Store baggage in the interior in cupboards and storage Manufacturer's version compartments.

  • Page 21: Definition Of Masses For Motor Homes

    3. Chassis Rear garage Roof load (model-specific) (50 kg maximum) When loading the rear garage adhere to the permissible axle The height of the motor home may vary from one journey to the loads and the technically permissible total mass. Distribute pay- next due to different roof loads.
  • Page 22 1. Technically permissible overall mass Weight of an 11 kg aluminium bottle: Information regarding the technically permissible maximum Weight of 11 kg gas inflation: weight is based on Hobby Wohnwagenwerk's specification in cooperation with the manufacturers of the previous construc- Total: tion stages (Fiat). This mass takes into account the specific operating conditions that are based on the model of the mobi-...
  • Page 23 These optional extras will be shown in the actual mass of and kitchen fittings, food, camping equipment, toys, pets). the vehicle if − they are not part of the standard scope of equipment, The remaining additional load (5.) must always be greater than − Hobby or the manufacturer of the base vehicle were re- or equal to the minimum loading capacity (6.); this must be taken sponsible for assembling them, into account when determining the configuration of the vehicle. − the customer can order them.

  • Page 24: Towing Fixture

    3.5 Externally mounted fixtures Registering accessories in the vehicle's documents Tow coupling 3.4 Towing fixture • Have your HOBBY dealer mount your externally mounted fixtures. The maximum towing weight, trailer load and tow bar load • Take your motor home to a technical support organisation are set out in Chapter 14 "Technical Data".

  • Page 25: Automatic Transmission

    3. Chassis Starting from the centre position, which corresponds to the If applicable, please observe national regulations in foreign forward gear, the lever can be moved as follows: countries. − forwards (- position) to select a lower gear (i.e. shifting Please remember that the tow coupling, motorcycle carrier, down), pneumatic suspension and/or additional leaf springs must...
  • Page 26 3. Chassis Automatic operation Do not use the gas pedal as a means of holding the vehicle The lever must be pressed in the direction of A/M in order to in one spot (e.g. on a slope). Instead, use the brake pedal and step on the gas only when you start to drive.

  • Page 27: Chapter 4: Wheels, Tyres

    Rim size Fiat Ducato • Never drive an overloaded vehicle. 16'' 180 Nm Tubeless tyres have been mounted on your HOBBY motor 15'' 160 Nm home. Under no circumstances may tubes be inserted in these tyres! Check the tightening torques every 5,000 km or at least Winter tyres are mandatory in many EU countries! once a year.

  • Page 28: Tyre Pressure

    4. Wheels and tyres 27 Snow chains 4.3 Tyre pressure The inflation pressure of all tyres as well as the spare tyre Never drive faster than 50 km/h. should be checked approx. every 4 weeks and before you go Do not use snow chains on snow-free roads. on longer journeys.

  • Page 29: Tyre Profile Depth And Age Of Tyres

    4. Wheels and tyres 4.4 Tyre profile depth and age of tyres Replace your tyres as soon as the tread depth is only 1.6 mm. The minimum tread depth gives you only the barest amount of safety while driving. The following recommendations must be observed: Safety limit in summer: 3.0 mm Safety limit in winter: 4.0 mm...

  • Page 30: Wheel Rims

    4. Wheels and tyres 29 4.5 Wheel rims Only use the rims noted in the registration documents. Should you wish to use other rims, please note the following. The following applies when using other wheel rims: - Size, - construction, - injection depth and - The load bearing capacity must be sufficient for the per- missible total axle weight.

  • Page 31: Changing A Tyre

    4. Wheels and tyres 4.6 Changing a tyre • Screw the bolts on and tighten them in a diagonal sequence. • Lower the car jack and remove it. Preparing to change the tyre • Tighten the wheel mounting screws evenly with the wheel •...

  • Page 32: Fast Tyre Repair Kit

    4. Wheels and tyres 31 The fast tyre repair kit can be used when the outside tempera- ture ranges from -40°C to + 50°C. Please refer to the enclosed guidelines for instructions on how to use the fast tyre repair kit. There is an expiry date on the sealant.

  • Page 33: Chapter 5: Exterior Structure

    5. Exterior Structure Chapter 5: Exterior Structure 5.1 Ventilation The following applies for ventilation: Ventilation is important if you want to feel comfortable in your motor home. Draft-free ventilation is integrated in your mobile home via the traction unit; de-aerating via the roof bonnets. Do not interfere with their mode of operation! Ventilation grill, refrigerator Refrigerator...
  • Page 34 5. Exterior Structure Do not block the refrigerator's ventilation grill so as not to restrict cooling performance and the functions of the refri- gerator. These winter panels are a chargeable option; they can be ordered from your dealer. Please also note the information on the covers. For further information, please check the operating instructions of the refrigerator manufacturer.
  • Page 35 5. Exterior Structure 5.2 Opening and closing doors and flaps Keys to the vehicle The following keys are supplied with the motor home: two keys to fit the following locks on the base vehicle: - driver‘s and passenger‘s doors - a code card. Note the manufacturer‘s operating instructions for the basic vehicle.
  • Page 36 5. Exterior Structure The entry door is your escape route in an emergency. Therefore, never block the door from the outside! Only drive when the entry door is shut. To avoid damage, do not use the track for the insect screen as assistance when entering the motor home.
  • Page 37 5. Exterior Structure Pleated insect screen in the Optima model De Luxe Entry door from the inside Entrance door internal Pleated screen and insect screen (optional for Siesta De Luxe) Opening Pull the plissé and the insect screen on the entry door to •...
  • Page 38 5. Exterior Structure Porta Potti flap Garage (storage locker) flap Garage flap/ Stowage flap Toilet flap (model-specific) Opening Opening • Unlatch both locks with the key. The handles will be slightly • Use key to unlock flap projected. • Press both buttons ( ) and open flap.

  • Page 39: Opening And Closing Doors And Flaps

    5. Exterior Structure Gas bottle container flap Locking device with counterpart Gas-bottle Container Flap Locking devices for doors and flaps The entrance door as well as some of the external flaps can be The ventilation grill(s) in the gas-bottle container must not fastened using the locks on the outside wall of the mobile home.
  • Page 40 5. Exterior Structure Locking device for flaps Cover flap Cover flap To lock • Lift open the locking device. • Open the door/flap all the way and use the locking device The access to water, gas or electrical components is covered by to hold it in place.
  • Page 41 5. Exterior Structure Opening • Grasp the cover flap at the bottom of the latch and pull it up. Closing • Grasp the latch of the cover flap and close it until it clicks into place. Please refer to the appropriate chapters on water, gas and elec- tricity for information on handling the individual components.

  • Page 42: Entrance Step

    5. Exterior Structure Extended entrance step Retracted entrance step Switch for step tread 5.3 Entrance step To close • Press the switch in the entrance area. The motor homes are equipped with an electrically extenda- The entrance step will be retracted automatically. ble entrance step Make sure that when you press the switch you are not Do not step on the entrance step until it has been com-...

  • Page 43: Levelling Supports

    5. Exterior Structure Levelling supports, folded in Levelling supports, folded out 5.4 Levelling supports Retracting levelling supports • Use crank to release levelling supports. • Continue to crank smoothly until the levelling support is once The levelling supports are located in the rear area by the again in its initial horizontal position.

  • Page 44: Rear Ladder

    5. Exterior Structure Rear ladder Rear ladder, folded out 5.5 Rear ladder To fold • Fold the ladder up. The rear ladder is used to ascend to the roof of the mobile • Turn the key 90° to the right. home, e.g.
  • Page 45 5. Exterior Structure The maximum total load for the roof rail is 80 kg! Be careful when standing on the roof. There is a great danger that you will slip if the roof is wet or icy. Do not tread on Before driving, the read ladder must be folded up and Do not this part of the...

  • Page 46: Roof Rail

    5. Exterior Structure • Observe the maximum permissible axle loads when loading. • Add the measurements of the roof load to the height of the vehicle. • Place a note with the overall height in a visible position in the driver’s cabin to avoid having to calculate it when passing under bridges or through archways.

  • Page 47: Bicycle Carrier

    5. Exterior Structure Bicycle carrier, loaded (Example for Aluline) Bicycle carrier, secured 5.6 Bicycle carrier • Ensure that the existing lighting equipment is not completely or partially obscured by any loads. Please read the separate operating instructions for the bicycle carrier before using it. The maximum permissible loading capacity for the bicycle carrier is: The motor home’s handling when driving is significantly...
  • Page 48 5. Exterior Structure Securing the bicycle carrier Securing the bicycles If the rear-mounted bicycle carrier is not required, it must be folded up and secured. To do this, use the separate fastenings (may be in the accessory kit). When driving with bicycles, the bicycle carrier must be unfolded and the straps must be firmly lashed.

  • Page 49: Velo Ebike Carrier

    5. Exterior Structure • Always maintain the permissible load-carrying capacity of the carrier (80 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 50: Sun Awning

    Depending on the model, your mobile home has an awning Retracting that is attached either to the roof (Optima De Luxe) or to the • Insert the hook on the crank into the grommet on the win- side wall (Siesta De Luxe).

  • Page 51: Chapter 6: Interior Structure

    6. Interior Structure Chapter 6: Interior Structure Siesta Optima 6.1 Opening and closing doors, flaps and drawers Wall cabinets in the kitchen Furniture doors with a locking mechanism Stowage and wall cabinets Opening • Press the pushbutton (Siesta: from the top) to unlock the flap.
  • Page 52 6. Interior Structure Simple furniture door Magnetic lock Mirror cabinets Simple furniture doors and furniture doors with To open magnetic safety catches • Open the door of the mirror cabinet by pressing the lower edge from behind. Opening • Pull on the handle and swing the door open. To close •...
  • Page 53 6. Interior Structure Washroom door handle Pressure lock on kitchen drawer Furniture doors with handle Kitchen drawers and pullouts Drawers with a pressure lock Bath room door To open • Push the handle to open and shut the door. • Press the bottom of the pushbutton to unlock the drawer.
  • Page 54 6. Interior Structure To close • Push the handle to shut the drawer or the door of the cupboard. • Press the push-lock until the knob snaps into place and the drawer is securely shut. Please observe the maximum load of 15 kg per drawer.

  • Page 55: Sliding Doors

    6. Interior Structure Olive-shaped handle Sliding door in washroom Sliding doors Furniture doors with turning knob Clothes cupboard (model-specific) Opening • Turn the knob to open or shut the door. • Grasp the handle/frame of the sliding doors and push them open.

  • Page 56: Television Holder

    6. Interior Structure Extendable flat screen TV mount, locked TV mount, folded out 6.2 TV mount Mount for flat screen TV • To unlock, push the metal rail to the right. The lock will 230 V power sockets and an aerial socket for the TV and/or be released and the TV mount can be folded out.

  • Page 57: Tables

    6. Interior Structure To lower • Pull the lever all the way to the other side to unlock the table. • Use both hands to push the table top down. • Pull the lever back into its original position to lock the table into the desired position.
  • Page 58 6. Interior Structure Hanging table with pivotable table top Locking pin underneath the table top Hanging table • Place the shortened supporting leg at the front edge of When lowered, the hanging table can be used as a base frame the table top on the floor.

  • Page 59: Seating Arrangements And Sleeping Areas

    Widening the seating bench Transverse Seat 6.4 Seating arrangements and sleeping areas Converting the Transverse Seat (only Optima De Luxe, model-specific) The seating arrangements can be converted to beds. In order to use the additional bed in the rear, the transverse Conversion (only Siesta De Luxe) seat must be converted.
  • Page 60 6. Interior Structure Extension plank for widening the beds Widening the beds Widening the Beds In models with individual beds above the garage, the two beds can be joined by widening the beds. • Insert/place the extension plank into/on the rails (if necessary, raise the cover plates of the bed slightly).
  • Page 61 6. Interior Structure Safety net Alcoves pushed together Alcoves/queen-size bed, crossways/Alcove bed The floor of the alcove can be pushed together for a more comfortable sitting position. Use the mounted handle push it forwards. Parents are responsible for ensuring that small children do not fall out of upper berths.
  • Page 62 6. Interior Structure Retracted step Extended step Step for bed at rear end of vehicle Retracting the step (model-specific) • Push the step slowly and evenly all the way back into the panelling. Some beds at the rear end of the mobile home can be ac- •...
  • Page 63 6. Interior Structure Ladder fastening Alcove bed, lowered Alcove bed with cable pull technology Access ladder (model- specific) Ladders are used to access alcoves, upper bunk beds and beds at the rear end of the motor home (model-specific). To operate •...
  • Page 64 6. Interior Structure • Before driving, return the alcove bed to its original upright position and lock it into place. Maximum load for the alcove bed: 200 kg When returning the alcove bed to its storage position, en- sure that the fabric facing on the sides does not slip out and behind the alcove bed, where it would get caught in the mechanical system.

  • Page 65: Rearranging The Cushions

    6. Interior Structure 6.5 Rearranging the cushions The A55 GS and V60 GF models cannot be converted as the seating arrangement has not been constructed to enable this. The mobile homes with alcove beds cannot be converted, with the exception of the T60 H and T65 HGQ models. Adjusting mechanism for the queen-sized bed Queen-sized bed, height adjustable* (T65 GQ/...
  • Page 66 6. Interior Structure Additional cushion (only for T65 FL/ T60 H) Additional cushion Head rest Head rest Back cushion Back cushion Back cushion Back cushion Seat cushion Seat cushion Seat cushion Additional cushion Seat cushion Additional cushion Back cushion Seat cushion Additional cushion Rearranging the cushions in the Optima model (example) Rearranging the cushions in the T65 FL/T60 H Optima model...
  • Page 67 6. Interior Structure Head rest Head rest Back cushion Back cushion Seat cushion Back cushion Head rest Seat cushion Seat cushion Back cushion Additional cushion Additional cushion Back cushion Seat cushion Seat cushion Additional cushion Rearranging the cushions in the Siesta model Rearranging the cushions in the T65 GE/T65 GQ/T65 HGQ 1.

  • Page 68: Washroom

    6. Interior Structure While driving, the fixed shower doors must be locked into their original position. Ensure that the shower door does not cover the hot air outlet nozzle when the heating is on. Fixed shower doors 6.6 Washroom Fixed shower doors (included in De Luxe) As an option, the wash room can be equipped with a fixed shower door instead of a shower curtain.
  • Page 69 6. Interior Structure Clothesline Arrester Counterpart Clothesline (Optima De Luxe) • To extend the clothesline, pull out the arrester and hook it into the counterpart on the opposite wall by threading The Optima series is fitted with a clothesline in the washroom.

  • Page 70: Windows

    6. Interior Structure Closing • Raise the window slightly so that the hook unlocks. • Close the window. • Turn the latch to the original position so that it clasps behind the brackets and pull the pane into the seal. As added protection against falling out, the windows by the children's beds can only be opened slightly.
  • Page 71 6. Interior Structure Windows must be shut while driving. Never use de-icing spray or an ice scraper for the windows in the motor home. High humidity may cause a light mist to form within the window panes. This will disappear by itself when the wea- ther is drier.
  • Page 72 6. Interior Structure To combine • Pull the sunshade down slowly and evenly, then pull the insect screen down to the desired position. Sunshade/insect screen Sunshade/insect screen Sunshades and insect screens are integrated in the window from and fully adjustable. Closing •...
  • Page 73 Kitchen window Optima De Luxe Combining the sunshade and insect screen: On the kitchen window in the Optima De Luxe series, the • First, pull the sunshade slowly and evenly along the guide insect screen must be locked into place using the lock rail to the desired position.
  • Page 74 • Turn the latch to the original position so that it clasps behind the brackets and pull the pane into the seal. The roof window must be shut while driving. Skylight Optima De Luxe Skylight Roof windows have integrated plissés that can be pulled to close them.

  • Page 75: Dimming System For Driver's Cabin

    6. Interior Structure Front system Side system 6.8 Dimming system for driver's cabin Front system • Press the locks together to open the locking mechanism. The dimming shades may only be drawn when the vehicle is • Press the clasp together in the middle.

  • Page 76: Thermal Curtain For Driver's Cab

    6. Interior Structure The thermal curtain has a flap that enables you to reach the radio and the ventilation. The flap is closed by means of a magnetic lock and a button to hold it closed. If there is no frost outside and you are in a bit of a hurry, it is enough to simply set up the curtain and push the cover flap between the headliner and the sun visor.

  • Page 77: Skylight

    6. 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! • Never use force to open roof bonnets when there is frost or snow as the hinges and opening mechanism might break.
  • Page 78 6. Interior Structure Insect screens and shades (plissés) Both plissés are fully adjustable by sliding them horizontally from side to side. Small roof bonnet Locking knob Small roof bonnet Opening • This roof bonnet can be opened in the opposite direction to traffic.

  • Page 79: Seats In The Driver's Cabin

    6. Interior Structure Seating arrangement Lever for turning the seats 6.11 Seats in the driver's cabin The lever for turning the seat is located on the outer edge of the seats in the driver's cab. All of the motor homes (except for A65 GM / A70 GM) have pivoting driver's and passenger's seats, which can be used Swivelling seats to extend the number of seats available in the superstruc-...

  • Page 80: Construction Of The Seats

    6.12 Construction of the seats Cushion fastenings To use the outer seats in models with an L-shaped seating arrangement (only Optima De Luxe), it must be converted Seat cushions are held in place by an anti-slip mat. The back before you drive.

  • Page 81: Seatbelts In The Motor Home

    6. 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

    6. Interior Structure 6.14 Overview of the seating arrangements A55 GS T65 FL / T65 HFL 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. A65 GM / A70 GM T65 GE Seats 1 - 4: may be used while driving.
  • Page 83 6. Interior Structure T70 E T70 HF Seats 1 - 4: may be used while driving. Seats 1 - 4: may be used while driving. Seats 5 - 6: must not be used while driving. Seats 5 - 6: must not be used while driving. T70 F T75 HGE Seats 1 - 4: may be used while driving.
  • Page 84 6. Interior Structure V65 GE Seats 1 - 4: may be used while driving. Seat 5: must not be used while driving.

  • Page 85: Chapter 7: Electrical Installations

    Chapter 7: Electrical Installations 7.2 Elements of the electrical system Advice and instructions 7.1 Safety instructions Important The installation of electrical devices in HOBBY's motor homes • The mobile home's electric system should preferably be has been carried out in accordance with the valid regulations inspected within a period of less than three years. If the mobile home is used frequently, a competent electrician should inspect the electric system every year and issue a • Do not remove the signs on electrical components giving...
  • Page 86 7. Electrical Installations • To avoid incrustations, particularly in the waste water tank, • Check the level of the battery fluid regularly (acid batteries); never let the water in the tanks stand for too long. AGM-batteries require no maintenance, but must be continuo- • Flush the tanks regularly. usly recharged. • Check that the battery clamps are secure and remove any layers of oxide. 230V automatic circuit breaker with an earth leakage circuit • Unclamp the battery circuit breaker if the ancillary battery is not breaker being used for a longer period of time (2 weeks or more). The The 230V automatic circuit breaker supplies and protects the standby current used continuously by some electrical devices 230V devices. discharges the ancillary battery. Even if the battery circuit brea- • To switch off the 230V power supply in the entire system, set ker is interrupted, the battery can still be charged by the battery the 230V automatic circuit breaker to “0” (OFF).
  • Page 87 7. Electrical Installations TFT-Controlpanel switch reactivates 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 activated devices, but also the entire 12 V sockets (this also affects the toilet flush and the water pump). The current operating states will not be saved.
  • Page 88 7. Electrical Installations Lighting in the Ceiling Lamp Entrance light seating arrange- ment • Briefly press the key to switch each lamp on and off. Press • Press this key to switch the entrance light on and off. It is not pos- longer on the key to regulate how brightly you want the lights sible to switch this light on when the motor is running. The light will to shine. The brightness you set will be saved; when the lights turn off automatically when the motor is switched on. are switched on again, the brightness you originally set will also be switched on again. If the system's power supply is The entrance light must be switched off when the motor interrupted, the wall light will shine full strength the first time...
  • Page 89 7. Electrical Installations Main menu on the TFT control panel Main display B The current status and values of the available components can be viewed at predefined places. Stand-by Mode 01.09.15 09:11 22,5 °C 21,5 °C - The display dims slightly if no function has been carried out within a period of one minute. - The display switches itself off and the screen is black if no function has been carried out within a period of ten minutes. On/Off switch for power supply Ein / Aus Schalter Heizung Klimaanlage If this icon is shown in green, the 12V sockets and the Stromversorgung water pump are activated. If the icon is white, the light Ultraheat...
  • Page 90 7. Electrical Installations Wasser Ver- und Endsorgung Stromzuführ Heizung Truma heating (series) or Alde hot water heating* Generator used for charging Popupfenster / Ein/Aus Schalter am Display Ein / Aus Schalter Heizung Klimaanlage Fehlermeldung (depending on how mobile home is equipped) The motor has been switched on; the ancillary and Stromversorgung Achtung Netz- und Autospannung!
  • Page 91 / icons are displayed in yellow. Values that require green = in operation; satellite has bee found orange = antenna is turning changing are highlighted in white. HOBBY Connect green = in operation; active connection orange = system is starting up or shutting down At the time of printing, the descriptions for HOBBY CON- NECT had not yet been completed. If necessary, please...
  • Page 92 Füllstand Füllstand 7. Electrical Installations Frischwassertank Abwassertank Electric waste water tank heating system 09.01.15 12:30 23,5 °C 18,0 °C (Alde hot water heating system function) Wassertank If the mobile home has been equipped with an Alde hot water automatic tank heating system*, the waste water tank will be heated electri- control cally. The heating function is activated and deactivated by me- 06.06.16 12:25 27,4°C...
  • Page 93 7. Electrical Installations U = current charging voltage 09.01.15 12:30 23,5 °C 18,0 °C Batterie- = current charging/discharge current management = remaining time to charge/operate the battery in hours = battery temperature 06.06.16 12:25 27,4°C 26,4°C R = calibration check of the battery sensor Charger 14,2 V 14,2 V...
  • Page 94 7. Electrical Installations Manually calibrating the sensor Error messages The system can be calibrated manually if no electrical devices have been switched on in 12V operation. Opening the battery 09.01.15 12:30 23,5 °C 18,0 °C circuit breaker switches off the electronics in the superstruc- ture (see item: battery circuit breaker). Now the sensor can calibrate itself. This process takes approx. three hours. If the battery circuit breaker is then switched on again, a value of “1” should be shown on the display. Warning message: undervoltage This warning appears when a voltage of 10.8V or less is During calibration, the vehicle must not be hooked up to...
  • Page 95 7. Electrical Installations 09.01.15 12:30 23,5 °C 18,0 °C 09.01.15 12:30 23,5 °C 18,0 °C 09.01.15 12:30 23,5 °C 18,0 °C 09.01.15 Bat. 1: SOH: 42 % : 14,2 V Bat. Mot.: SOH: 92 % Bat. 1: 060 Ah AGM : 14,2 V Bat.
  • Page 96 7. Electrical Installations Exit this menu by using the “Back” function; otherwise, after 09.01.15 12:30 23,5 °C 18,0 °C one minute, it will automatically switch back to the main menu on the control panel. Bat. 1: 095 Ah AGM Motor: 095 Ah Setting the battery type The type and capacity of the batteries have been set by the manufacturer. These settings must be changed when the type of battery is changed. Use the arrow keys or the control knob to select the desired value. Increase or decrease it by means of the +/- functions. If the control knob is used to change a value, the new value must be confirmed by pressing on the control knob. If the set values do not match those of the battery that was installed, incorrect values will be displayed in the battery management. Setting the type of battery has an effect on the charging behaviour; therefore, this must be set correctly.
  • Page 97 Lichtsystem 7. Electrical Installations 09.01.15 12:30 23,5 °C 18,0 °C 09.01.15 12:30 23,5 °C 18,0 °C Lichtsystem 18:00 to 20:30 on 0:00 to 0:00 off 06.06.16 12:25 27,4°C 26,4°C Light is On/Off Timer Activated timer switched on (blue dot) Programming the timer 09.01.15 (green dot) 12:30...
  • Page 98 7. Electrical Installations The activated timer is indicated in the main menu for the Heizung 06.06.16 12:25 ALDE 27,4 °C 26,4 °C lighting system by a blue dot in the corresponding light Hauptdisplay / Inhalt icon. 18 °C 40°C Exit this menu by using the “Back” function; otherwise, after 12:30 23,5 °C 18,0 °C...
  • Page 99 7. Electrical Installations The desired room temperature (in ° C), short-term increase in 06.06.16 12:25 27,4 °C 26,4 °C 06.06.16 the amount of hot water for taking a shower (in ° C) and the Hauptdisplay / Inhalt type of operation (gas/electric ) are displayed in the menu for the Alde hot water heating system. The lower menu icon is shown in green when the heating system is in operation. Next to this icon, the value 18 °C ON = on or Menüleiste / Einstellungen OFF= heating system is not in operation (white icon) is shown. Setting the desired room temperature HAUPTDISPLAY MENÜLEISTE...
  • Page 100 7. Electrical Installations 06.06.16 12:25 27,4 °C 26,4 °C 06.06.16 12:25 27,4 °C 26,4 °C 06.06.16 06.06.16 12:25 27,4 °C 26,4 °C 06.06.16 12:25 27,4 °C 26,4 °C 06.06.16 12:25 40 °C 40 °C Short-term increase in the amount of hot water The menu shown above can only be selected for the Truma Informationss HAUPTDISPLAY...
  • Page 101 7. Electrical Installations Use the arrow (menu bar C) or turn the control knob to select 26,4 °C 06.06.16 12:25 27,4 °C 26,4 °C 06.06.16 12:25 27,4 °C 26,4 °C the desired type of operation (highlighted in yellow). Then use Truma the “On/Off” function or turn the control knob to activate your Truma Gerätetechnik selection. GmbH & Co KG http://www.truma.com/ Please refer also to the description of the heating system in Chapter 10. Info menu Informationsseite MENÜLEISTE HAUPTDISPLAY MENÜLEISTE Information on the device manufacturer is shown here. Betrieb AN / AUS Energieart: Gas Bestätigen der ausgewählten Energieart Corresponding data has been stored for the Alde hot water...
  • Page 102 7. Electrical Installations 12:30 23,5 °C 18,0 °C 12:30 23,5 °C 18,0 °C 09.01.15 09.01.15 Klima DOMETIC DOMETIC 19 °C 06.06.16 12:30 23,5 °C 18,0 °C DOMETIC 19 °C Submenu: Selecting the type of operation DOMETIC* air-conditioning system The set type of operation, fan level and desired room tempera- cooling ture are displayed in the menu for the Dometic air-conditioning system.
  • Page 103 7. Electrical Installations 12:30 23,5 °C 18,0 °C 12:30 23,5 °C 18,0 °C 09.01.15 09.01.15 12:30 23,5 °C 18,0 °C 09.01.15 09.01.15 12:30 23,5 °C 18,0 °C 09.01.15 20° C 20° C Setting the fan level Setting the temperature Set the desired fan level here (levels 1-3 and The desired temperature can be set here. This is maximum ventilation). When in automatic mode, not possible in air circulation mode, because...
  • Page 104 7. Electrical Installations The values can be changed using the “+/-” soft keys on menu bar 12:30 23,5 °C 18,0 °C 8,0 °C 09.01.15 12:30 23,5 °C 18,0 °C 09.01.15 C or by turning the control knob. The new value is automatically Dometic applied after exiting from the submenu. Info: Dometic Servicepartner http://service-location.dometic.com Please also observe the descriptions in 10.7 Rooftop Air http://dometic.com Conditioning. Info menu Information on the device manufacturer is shown here. The submenus shift to the main menu by means of the “Back” function. The main menu shifts to the main menu on the control panel by means of the “Back” function. After one minute, all me- nus automatically shift to the main menu on the control panel.
  • Page 105 7. Electrical Installations 09.01.15 12:30 23,5 °C 18,0 °C 09.01.15 12:30 23,5 °C 18,0 °C Radiovorbereitung 09.01.15 12:30 23,5 °C 18,0 °C TRUMA* air-conditioning system Radio If a TRUMA air-conditioning system is subsequently fitted, it is Use the “On/Off” function to switch the radio on and off. If the also possible to select the submenu for regulating the lighting. radio is on, the icon is shown in green. Increasing or reducing the value by means of the “+/-” function Exit this menu by using the “Back” function; otherwise, after or the control knob changes the intensity of the lighting inte- one minute, it will automatically switch back to the main menu grated in the air-conditioning system. Press the control knob...
  • Page 106 7. Electrical Installations 09.01.15 12:30 23,5 °C 18,0 °C 06.06.16 12:35 27,4 °C 26,4 °C 19.2°E North 09.01.15 12:30 23,5 °C 18,0 °C Display: current status AUX (function in DuoControl incl. Ice-Ex Satellite system KATHREIN AUX is an external relay output that switches the Ice-Ex The current status of the satellite system is displayed on the cartridge in the gas bottle container on and off.
  • Page 107 7. Electrical Installations Next to the icon in the centre, the following is displayed 06.06.16 12:35 27,4 °C 26,4 °C on the right: Position Selected satellite Albania North Functions of menu bar C: Setting antenna up / in park position (also via soft key or control knob) Submenu: set position Emergency stop function, set-up or park procedure...
  • Page 108 7. Electrical Installations 06.06.16 12:35 27,4 °C 26,4 °C 06.06.16 12:35 27,4 °C 26,4 °C CAP 650 Version: 2.23 KATHREIN-Werke KG Info: http://kathrein.com 19.2° E ASTRA Submenu: set satellite Info menu Information on the device manufacturer is shown Satellites that can be set have been stored in the here. satellite list. Setting the satellite Back When exiting the menu, the antenna will automatically be set up and a search will begin for the indicated satellite.
  • Page 109 7. Electrical Installations 31.08.15 7:48 21,4°C 20,4°C 01.09.15 08:59 19,5 °C 17,5 °C 0 °C 01.09.15 7:48 31.08.15 0 °C 8:59 21,4°C 20,4°C 12:00 Displaying the data in the fixed header A Settings menu (for data in the fixed header A) This menu gives an overview of the data in the fixed header A.
  • Page 110 7. Electrical Installations The temperature display can be changed by a maximum of +/- 12:25 27,4 °C 26,4 °C 06.06.16 12° C. HOBBY Hobby-Wohnwagenwerk Exit this menu by using the “Back” function; otherwise, after Ing. Harald Striewski GmbH one minute, it will automatically switch back to the main menu Harald-Striewski-Strasse 15 24787 Fockbek on the control panel. Deutschland Info menu on the TFT control panel Information on the device manufacturer is shown here.
  • Page 111 7. Electrical Installations Circuit board (reverse side) of TFT display General information regarding the TFT 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 Remote control(s), bed clock should stop working, this button cell must be replaced. • Briefly press the key on each remote control by the bed to It is mounted on the reverse of the circuit board of the switch on the left light , right light...
  • Page 112 7. Electrical Installations Remote control, washroom Remote control(s), entrance • Briefly press the key to switch on the light in the washroom These remote control functions work even if the functions of (and in the separate shower, if there is one). the main switch have been deactivated on the TFT control panel. The remote control controls the electric entrance step. • Press the key to fold the step out; press it again to fold the step back in. • Briefly press the key to switch on the entrance light (not while the motor is running). • Briefly press the key to switch on the ceiling light.

  • Page 113: Electric Power Supply

    7. Electrical Installations 7.3 Electric power supply In all of the vehicles, the central electrical system is installed Siesta underneath the passenger seat. Optima Remote control for kitchen • Briefly press the left key to switch on the kitchen light. • Briefly press the right key to switch on the ceiling light. CEE-External socket Key assignments may vary, depending on the model. Electricity for the motor home can be obtained from the fol- lowing connections: - 230V mains connection 50 Hz - via the generator when the motor is running - via the ancillary battery Everything that uses 12 V, such as lighting, water supply, etc., is available.
  • Page 114 7. Electrical Installations The mobile home's engine must be turned off before the 230V mains connection is hooked up. To disconnect the electric connection: • Switch off the automatic circuit breaker by pressing the rocker switch down • Remove the CEE feeder plug • Press the cover flap of the external socket down until it clicks into place. Connected 230V feeder plug Only plugs and cords that comply with CEE standards Supply via mains connection may be used. The mobile home is connected to the external 230V mains by means of the CEE external socket located on the side wall. To connect the CEE feeder plug (p.
  • Page 115 7. Electrical Installations 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). When obtaining electricity via a cable drum, this must be completely unwound, as otherwise induction may cause Automatic circuit breaker with FI ('fast interrupt') switch the cable to heat up, which could lead to burning.
  • Page 116 7. Electrical Installations The tripping time for the residual current device (RCD) with a residual current of 30 mA is less than 0.1 seconds. 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 The rocker switch (p.114) jumps down; after it has successful- ly been checked it must be switched back up to the "On" setting. This check should be carried out at least once a month to ensure FI switch and test button that the residual current device functions perfectly in case there Residual current device should be a fault in the current. The standard version of your vehicle is equipped with a residual current device that will interrupt the electric circuit in case of When the residual current device has been set off (even a possible residual current. Should there be a malfunction, the when testing) the customised settings in all mains-operated passenger circuit breaker opens the entire 230 V circuit.
  • Page 117 7. Electrical Installations - If the automatic circuit breaker goes off abruptly again, there is To charge a discharged motor home battery optimally while either a short circuit or an earth fault. driving, disconnect the 12 V operation of the refrigerator and turn off as much equipment as possible that uses 12 V. Devices that set off during operation show that there is a defect; they must be checked and/or repaired by an electrical Checklist engineering specialist. • Turn off the motor. Switching it back on again and again will do no good. The • Switch on the 12 V master switch. automatic circuit breaker also goes off when the rocker • Turn off all equipment that uses 12 V. switch is held firmly in place. • Start the motor. Operation when the motor is running The voltage of the motor home battery must rise if - the engine speed is above the idling speed, - the vehicle‘s battery is not completely discharged.
  • Page 118 7. Electrical Installations Operation via ancillary battery • 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. (Setting the battery type on the control panel: see p. 95) • Before disconnecting or connecting the auxiliary battery, switch off the motor, 230V supply, 12V supply as well as all electrical devices. Vehicle's electric system underneath the passenger seat • Before replacing fuses you must first de-energise the Position of the 95 Ah AGM ancillary battery charger.
  • Page 119 7. Electrical Installations 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 camper to the 230 V mains connection. Some electrical devices con- tinuously use standby current from the ancillary battery. This discharges the ancillary battery. Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) The battery is charged from three possible input sources: Battery Sensor - the generator when the motor is running An Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) has been connected to the - the CA 360 charger (only via 230 V power feed) battery terminal. It monitors the actual current and the actual...
  • Page 120 7. Electrical Installations The charge state of the battery, age or remaining time until discharge are all shown on the TFT display of the control panel. Charging is carried out gently in accordance with the steady- state principle by an "intelligent" charger. The battery sensor is protected by a 10 A . • 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. - Before each journey, please check that the battery is Battery circuit breaker charged (see p. 92). If necessary, connect it to the Position of the battery circuit breaker mains to start charging the battery. - The battery is only charged if it has a minimum The battery circuit breaker is located directly by the passenger voltage of 8 V.
  • Page 121 7. Electrical Installations The battery charger is directly connected to the ancillary battery so that the ancillary and starter batteries can be charged even if the battery circuit breaker is switched on. The battery sensor continues to be activated even if the battery circuit breaker has been opened. To keep the batteries charged even when not in use, it is manda- tory that the vehicle be connected to a 230V mains connection every 6 weeks. Recharging should be carried out for at least Battery charger 24 hours.
  • Page 122 7. Electrical Installations Charger connections 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 123: Electrical System

    7. Electrical Installations 7.4 Electrical system When the mobile home is connected to the 230V mains supply, the battery is automatically charged by the charger. All 12V electrical devices are supplied directly by the ancillary battery. In 230V mains operation, they are charged automatically by the battery charger. All of the lamps in the motor home use 12V LED lights. Only large electrical devices such as the Combi E heating , air-conditioning Assignment of fuses system, etc., use 230V. Assignment of fuses The fuses for the individual internal electric circuits are loca- ted in the central control.
  • Page 124 7. Electrical Installations Assignment of connections for central control EL 624 Vantana Trittstufe Kabelbaum SI 17 15 A violett weiß violett SI 14 SI 14 SI 14 orange violett orange SI 16 15 A 12V Steckd. MSG 12V Steckd. Garage braun braun braun...
  • Page 125 7. Electrical Installations Interface module USB surface-mounted socket Fiat interface module USB charging socket Depending on the model and position, the USB connection The interface module protects the superstructure's outside has been fitted as a surface-mounted or flush socket. The con- lights: the right and left side marker lights as well as the front nection to the USB surface-mounted socket can be accessed position lights ( 5 Amp fuse). from below. This connection is suitable only for charging USB- compatible devices. Position of the interface module B-pillar on the passenger side (right-hand side in the direction The 5V USB connection is supplied with power from the 12V of traffic) behind the plastic casing in the lower section.

  • Page 126: Tv Connections

    7. Electrical Installations TV connections Antenna and digital SAT cable 7.5 TV Connections The corresponding connection for the SAT antenna (E3) is fed out openly in the position appropriate for the model in question. TV unit The power cable (E3) has already been connected by the ma- The installation area for the flat-screen TV differs from model nufacturer to the control panel. to model. Cable colours (E3): The required connections can be found right next to this black = mass space, possibly in a cupboard. = steady plus for ancillary battery grey = D+ signal orange = plus from ancillary battery via main switch on TFT control panel 80 (reserve cable, not attached): Preparation for a CI BUS connection...
  • Page 127 7. Electrical Installations Position Optima De Luxe: V60 GF/V65 GE/T65 GE/ T70 E/T70 GE: Wall cabinet, seating arrangement T60 H/T65 FL/T65 HFL: Clothes cupboard T70 F/T 75 HF T75 HGE: Wall cabinet at foot of right-hand bed (in the direction of traffic) External socket and antenna terminal in the outer tent 230V external socket incl. satellite/TV connection T65 GQ/T65 HGQ: Clothes cupboard right-hand bed (in the direction of traffic) As an option, your mobile home also has a combined external socket with a SAT/TV connection in the outer tent. This can be Siesta De Luxe: used, for example, to set up a TV in the outer tent. Depending...

  • Page 128: Special Lights

    7. Electrical Installations Seating arrangement The reading lights can also be switched on using the control panel (S. 86). Lighting in clothes cupboard/over children's bed These lights can only be switched on manually. Clothes cupboard light 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.

  • Page 129: Mobile Navigation

    Siesta De Luxe The rear cable end can be accessed from the inside by remo- ving a plastic plug at the rear of the mobile home (on the rear wall; in some models accessible from above the wall cabinet). Optima De Luxe SAT-nav device The rear cable end can be accessed from the outside of the 7.7 Mobile navigation vehicle. It is behind the middle, upper rear wall panelling.

  • Page 130: Subsequently Installed Devices

    7. 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 ECE 10, 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 subsequently installed and which cannot be used while driving.

  • Page 131: Chapter 8: Water

    8. Water Chapter 8: Water 8.1 General We recommend that you inspect any water you have left in the tank, this is very critical before using the water again. • Always use water that is of drinkable quality when working with food. This also applies for washing your hands or Immersion pump objects that come into contact with food. 8.2 Water supply • In order to ensure excellent water quality, water should be taken directly from the public drinking water system. Function of the water supply • Garden hoses, watering cans and similar materials unsu- Fresh water is supplied to the hot-air heating system, the kitchen itable for drinking water should never be used to fill the and toilette via a submersible pump. The TANDEM submersible mobile system. • If the motor home has not been used for a longer period of pump operates electrically: time, the entire water system must be emptied completely. - via the ancillary battery, • After longer periods of stagnation, the water system must - when the mobile home is connected to the 230V mains be flushed thoroughly before being used. Should you via the power supply.
  • Page 132 8. Water The following applies for the TANDEM submersible pump: • The TANDEM submersible pump is only suitable for water. • The TANDEM submersible pump can briefly tolerate tem- peratures of up to 60º C. • Avoid dry runs. • Protect the pump from freezing. • Hard blows or hits as well as very dirty water can destroy the pump. The TANDEM submersible pump requires no maintenance. Fresh water tank The TANDEM submersible pump switches itself on automati- Fresh water tank cally when the water taps are opened. The tank has a volume of 100 l and is located in the seating arrangement. The tank is filled with fresh water by means of the filler neck on the side wall. The neck for filling up fresh water is marked by a blue cap and a picture of a water tap on the upper edge of the frame. The screw cap is opened and closed by means of the enclosed key for exterior flap locks and the door of the structure. If you fill too much water into the tank, the excess will run out at the filler neck.
  • Page 133 8. Water Filling the water system • Place the motor home in a horizontal position. • Shut all of the water taps. • Switch on the main switch on the control panel. • Close the outlet valve (FrostControl) on the boiler. • Unlock the petrol cap and turn it counter-clockwise to open it. • Fill the water tank using the fresh water filler neck. • Turn all of the water taps to „hot“ and open them. The water pump will be switched on. • Leave the water taps open until the water flows out of the Filler neck for the fresh water tank taps without any bubbles. This is the only way to ensure Opening that the boiler will also be filled with water. • Use key to unlock • Turn all of the taps to „cold“ and leave them open. The • Give the blue cap a strong turn counter-clockwise and cold water pipes will be filled with water.
  • Page 134 8. Water Never introduce anti-freeze or other chemicals into the water system. This can be poisonous! When operating during winter ensure that the fresh water tank is sufficiently heated. To remove water • The water will be mixed to the desired temperature according to the position of the pre-mixing unit. Hot water supply Position of the Frost Control valve Hot water is supplied by means of the hot-air heating system with its integrated hot-water boiler (see also Chapter 10.2.1); The Frost Control valve is always located directly by the model- the options for settings are described on p. 155 “Changing the specific place of installation for the hot-air heating system. hot water temperature”. The non-electric safety or drain valve will automatically The boiler will automatically empty itself via a safety or outlet open at temperatures under approx. 3°C and drain the boi- valve if there is danger of frost (see also p.
  • Page 135 8. Water CLOSE DRIVE OPEN 10 Ltr. 0 Ltr. Filling the fresh water tank before driving The additional load indicated in Chapter 14 “Technical Data” for the mobile home was calculated based on the fresh water tank holding 10% of a full tank, i.e. 10 litres. Outlet valve for fresh water tank Before and during every journey, we recommend that the fresh Emptying the fresh water tank water supply be restricted to 10 litres, if necessary by draining The outlet valve is located directly on the fresh water tank. off water via the outlet valve. Open the rotating wheel with a 3/4 turn to find out how much additional fresh water you can • To empty the fresh water tank, turn the rotating wheel to take on board. the left to open.
  • Page 136 8. Water Emptying the entire water system • Use the control panel to switch off the electricity for the water pump by pressing the main switch. • Open all of the water taps to the centre setting. • Hang up the adjustable shower head in the shower. • Open all of the outlet valves (including the FrostControl). • Unscrew the cap on the cleaning port of the fresh water tank S. 131. • Unscrew the overflow pipe in the fresh water tank. • Remove the lid of the water tank. Take out the water pump and hold it up until the water pipes have emptied completely. • Check whether the tank, boiler, faucets and pipes have emp- Waste water opening Valve for waste water opening tied completely. If necessary, blow out any remaining water Emptying the waste water tank in the pipes using compressed air (max. 0.5 bar). • The waste water opening is located on the left side under- • Re-insert the the water pump in the fresh water tank and close neath the vehicle. the openings. • The valve for opening the waste water opening is lo- • Leave the faucets and the outlet valves open.
  • Page 137 8. Water Only empty your waste water tank at the specially desi- gnated disposal points and never in open spaces! As a rule disposal points can be found at motorway service stations; campsites and petrol stations. Waste water tank The waste water tank is integrated in the chassis; it is insulated. After the heating system has been switched on on the control panel, the hot air is conducted to the waste water tank. This prevents the waste water from freezing in a light frost. Connection for outside shower Exception: Water connection for external shower (please refer to description in Alde hot water heating system Chapter 10.2.2)

  • Page 138: Toilet

    8. Water 8.3 Toilet Use toilet fluids very sparingly. An overdose is no guaran- Before you can use the toilet, you must first prepare the tee of preventing possible odours! waste tank by following the steps below. Preparing the waste tank • Fill the waste tank with the correct amount of toilet fluids. • Open the Thetford door (see 5.1) and pull the holding bar • Then add enough water to completely cover the bottom of up to remove the waste tank. the waste tank. • Return the drain nozzle to its original position. The waste tank can only be removed when the drain valve is closed. • Pull out the tank as far as possible, keeping it level. • Slightly tip the waste tank and then pull it out completely. • Place it in an upright vertical position. • Turn the drain nozzle to an upward position.
  • Page 139 8. Water Using the toilet • Push the waste tank back into position. • Ensure that the holding bar secures the waste tank. • Turn the toilet bowl to a comfortable position. • Close the service flap. • Fill the toilet bowl with a small amount of water by pres- sing the flush button or by opening the drain valve by Never add sanitary liquids directly through the valve or into pulling the valve handle under the toilet bowl towards you. the toilet bowl, because this may damage the washer of the • Use the toilet. valve in the waste tank. • After use open the drain valve (if still closed) and flush. Close the drain valve after flushing. Always add liquids through the emptying support.
  • Page 140 8. Water Emptying the waste tank Only empty the waste tank at specially designated dis- The waste tank must be emptied no later than when the LED posal points and never in open spaces! that indicates the level of the tank lights up. It is recom- mended that the tank is emptied before this. The LED that in- • Take the waste tank to a designated disposal site, dicates the level of the tank lights up when the tank holds making sure to hold the drain nozzle in an upright position. more than 15 litres.. From this point in time the tank has a • Remove the cap on the drain nozzle. residual capacity of 2 litres, representing approx. 5 flushes. • Tilt the waste tank so that the drain nozzle is pointing downwards. • Open the toilet flap and pull the holding bar up to remove • Press the vent button with your thumb and hold it down. the waste tank. The waste tank will drain itself. • Return the waste tank to its storage position, ensuring The waste tank can only be removed when the drain that it is pushed in until the holding bar locks into place. valve is closed. • Lock the service flap.

  • Page 141: Chapter 9: Gas

    9. Gas Chapter 9: Gas cover tears, porous spots or similar defects in the hose, it must be replaced immediately. • The operator is responsible for having checks carried out. 9.1 General safety rules when using LPG This also applies for vehicles that have not been approved fittings for driving on the road.
  • Page 142 9. Gas Regulators and valves • Use only special vehicle regulators that have a safety valve. In accordance with the German DVGW (German Association of the Gas and Water Sector) Worksheet G 607, other regu- lators are not permitted; they are not adequate for handling the heavy strain.

  • Page 143: Gas Supply

    9. Gas Before initial operation • The waste gas pipe must be tightly connected to the heating and chimney without any leaks. It may not be damaged. • Keep vents clear. • Remove any snow from the chimney. • Clear aspirating openings for combustion air in the side all from dirt and/or snow.
  • Page 144 9. Gas The following applies to the gas bottle cabinet: • Always check the gas cylinder mountings before driving. Stand the gas cylinders upright and close the valves. • Pull any loose straps tight. • A leak detection agent must always be used to check that the control knob or hose connections do not leak every time the bottle is replaced.
  • Page 145 Extendable gas bottle container • Replace the full gas cylinder in the gas bottle cabinet and (only Optima De Luxe, not in V60 GF) carefully fasten it using the fixing straps. The extendable shelf for the gas bottle container makes it •...
  • Page 146 9. Gas The following applies to stop valves and valves: • All the valves on gas devices must be closed while driving. • The lower photograph shows the shut off valves when they are closed. To open the valves, they must be turned by 90°.
  • Page 147 9. Gas Gas regulator with a crash sensor   Using the MonoControl CS and DuoControl CS, it is possible to heat the vehicle even while driving. Should there be an accident, the integrated crash sensor au- tomatically interrupts the gas supply, thereby preventing gas from escaping.
  • Page 148 9. Gas c crash sensor activation element d hose protection Function • Attach gas cylinders and open the valves of both gas cylinders. Turn the rotary knob to the left or right as far as it will go (setting it to the centre position enables gas to be extracted from both bottles at the same time).
  • Page 149 9. Gas a on (operation in summer) DuoC b off c on and heating (operation in winter) d red LED e green LED f yellow LED de-icer (operation in winter) Remote indicator for DuoControl CS Extendable gas bottle container DuoControl CS DuoControl in connection with extendable Remote indicator for the switching valve shelf for gas bottle container...

  • Page 150: Gas Socket, External

    9. Gas The coupling valve has been constructed in such a way that the emergency shutoff valve can only be opened if a gas hose has been attached. When hitching, the plug connection is plugged into the safety coupling. If no gas hose has been attached, always use the protective cap to shut the opening of the valve.

  • Page 151: Chapter 10: Built-In Devices

    10. Built-in devices Chapter 10: Built-in devices 10.2 Heating You are not permitted to operate the heating system while 10.1 General Information driving! Exception: In this chapter, you will find information on the devices that As an optional feature, the vehicle can be equipped with a have been built into the motor home.
  • Page 152 10. Built-in devices As an optional extra, the vehicle can be fitted with the Combi E If the system's power supply is interrupted, the time must heating system , which has additional heating rods for electric be reset. operation. Use the panel by the entrance to operate the basic functions of the Combi heating system (see Chapter 7).
  • Page 153 10. Built-in devices Adjusting knob / pushbutton The adjusting knob / pushbutton is used to select and change specified values and parameters. The changes are sa- ved by briefly pressing the button. Selected menu items blink. Turn to the right (+) - Goes through the menu list from left to right.
  • Page 154 10. Built-in devices To switch on/off To operate To switch on Start / stand-by screen - Press the adjusting knob / pushbutton. A few seconds after the control Previously set values / operating parameters will be reacti- panel has been connected to the vated after the control panel has been switched on.
  • Page 155 10. Built-in devices APP mode in connection with an iNet Box Changing the room temperature Use the adjusting knob / pushbutton to select the icon in the Function menu line In APP mode, the connected devices as well as the Truma CP - Press to switch to the setting mode.
  • Page 156 10. Built-in devices Changing the hot water temperature Selecting the type of energy Use the adjusting knob / pushbutton to select the icon in the Use the adjusting knob / pushbutton to select the icon in the menu line menu line - Press to switch to the setting mode.
  • Page 157 10. Built-in devices Selecting the fan speed As soon as the heating has been switched on (room tempe- rature and hot water temperature have been activated) the Use the adjusting knob / pushbutton to select the icon in the type of energy selected in the previous heating operation is menu line displayed in the status line.
  • Page 158 10. Built-in devices Entering the start time BOOST To heat room rapidly Available if the difference between the - Use the adjusting knob / pushbut- selected and the actual room tempera- ton to set the hours and then the ture is more than 10°C. minutes.
  • Page 159 10. Built-in devices Selecting the type of energy If the start/end time was exceeded during entry, the operating - Use the adjusting knob / pushbut- parameters will only be taken into account after the next start/ end time has been reached. Until then, the operating parameters ton to select the desired type of set outside the timer will remain valid.
  • Page 160 10. Built-in devices Activating the timer (ON) Setting the time - Use the adjusting knob / pushbut- - The hours blink. ton to activate the timer (ON). - Use the adjusting knob / push- - Press the adjusting knob / push- button to set the hours (24-hour button to confirm the time entered.
  • Page 161 10. Built-in devices Changing the background illumination of the control panel Resetting to manufacturer's default setting (RESET) The background illumination can be The reset function resets the control changed in 10 increments. panel to the manufacturer's default setting. It deletes all of the settings you have made.
  • Page 162 10. Built-in devices Warning Reading out the warning code - Use the adjusting knob / pushbut- A warning icon appears to signal a warning that one of the ope- ton to select the icon. rating parameters has reached an undefined status. In this case, - Press the adjusting knob / push- the device in question will continue to operate.
  • Page 163 10. Built-in devices Malfunction Maintenance If there is a malfunction, the control panel will immediately go to This device requires no maintenance. Use a non-abrasive cloth “Malfunction” mode and display the Malfunction error code. dampened with water to clean the front. If this is not sufficient, use a neutral soap solution.
  • Page 164 10. Built-in devices Diagram of Frost Control Safety valve for boiler (Frost Control) FrostControl To activate • 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 165: Hot-Water Heating System

    Hot air valve in alcove 10.2.2 Hot-water heating system The alcove models are equipped with hot air vents in the (Optima De Luxe only) alcove bed. The slider is used to regulate the amount of The Compact 3020 LPG heater is a hot-water heating system hot air.
  • Page 166 10. Built-in devices Operating device • Always turn off the main switch for the heating system When in the idle position, the device shows which heating whenever the vehicle is not in use. functions have been activated; the background lighting of the •...
  • Page 167 10. Built-in devices D E F G H Control panel for the hot water heating system Basic menu Idle position To start the hot water heater A. Clock. The clock shows the date and time (when activa- To start the heating system, press the On/Off button and the ted).
  • Page 168 10. Built-in devices G. *Liquid gas bottle full/empty. This icon is displayed when the sensor on the gas regulator of the bottle is connected and has been activated. Is a de-icer* has been installed, the icons will be displayed for the set mode together with the bottle icon.
  • Page 169 10. Built-in devices 1. The temperature shown is the temperature presently set. Hot water 2. Raise the temperature by pressing "+". Lower the tempera- ture by pressing "–". The boiler can also be used even if it has not been filled with 3.
  • Page 170 10. Built-in devices 3. More hot water. Heating with electricity Should you need more hot water, you can temporarily increase the water temperature to approx. 65 °C. Press Use the following procedure to activate the "Heating with elec- tricity" function. The higher the selected output, the faster the the plus key "+".

  • Page 171: Webasto Auxiliary Heating

    10. Built-in devices Heating with gas To activate heating with gas: Control If electricity and gas are selected together, you can set whether switches on gas or electricity is to take priority (see Tools menu). dashboard 1. Start gas operation by pressing on the liquid gas flame. Toggle switch The icon for liquid gas is activated and turns green.
  • Page 172 10. Built-in devices Toggle switch motor/cabin The control panel can be used to activate the preselection timer. Please refer to the manufacturer's separate operating Motor icon pressed: manual for information on the functions of the preselection timer and further instructions for the heating device. - The heating device will also heat the vehicle's motor.

  • Page 173: Refrigerator

    10. Built-in devices Super Slim Tower Dometic Lock on the (Super)Slim Tower Lock on the Dometic 10.3 Refrigerator Refrigerator door lock Refrigerators made by Dometic will be installed. While driving, the refrigerator door must always be closed and locked. If the external temperature is high, full refrigerating capacity can Slim-Tower: only be ensured by means of sufficient ventilation.

  • Page 174: Modes Of Operation

    10. Built-in devices • Turn the energy selector switch to battery operation • 12V operation will only function if the vehicle’s motor is running. • The refrigerator runs without a thermostatic control (con- tinuous operation). 12 V operation should, therefore, only serve to maintain a temperature which has already been achieved.
  • Page 175 10. Built-in devices • If gas operation has been activated, then the indicator in • Goods that might emit readily volatile or flammable gases the control window will move into the green zone must not be stored in the refrigerator. Only release the button when the the indicator is in the •...
  • Page 176 10. Built-in devices Normal position Ventilation position Unlocking the base of the freezer Removable freezer ((Super) Slim Tower) If not in use for a longer period of time, the refrigerator should To make the best use of space, the freezer can be removed. be switched to the ventilation position to prevent bad odours.

  • Page 177: Gas Cooker

    10. Built-in devices Removing the base of the freezer 3-burner gas cooker 10.4 Gas cooker Information on removing the freezer is also given on the freezer door. The kitchen in the motor home is equipped with a gas cooker with three burners. Before initial operation •...
  • Page 178 10. Built-in devices • The sockets above the cooker may not be used when cooking. Shut the protective caps. 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 179: Fume Hood

    10. Built-in devices • Release the rotary switch and turn to the desired set- ting (large or small flame). • If ignition was unsuccessful, repeat the procedure. • To turn off the gas flame, turn the rotary switch back to the “0” position •...

  • Page 180: Oven

    10. Built-in devices • Under no circumstances may this device be plugged into the 230V mains! • Never operate the oven while driving! Please refer to the separate manufacturer's operating manual. Oven 10.6 Oven • The ventilation openings on the oven must never be closed.
  • Page 181 10. Built-in devices • Let go of the adjusting knob and turn it to the desired temperature. The flame must burn steadily. The colour should be mainly blue and the flame should have a clear outline. • After approx. one minutes, carefully close the oven door so that the flame does not go out.

  • Page 182: Rooftop Air Conditioning

    10. Built-in devices • Ensure sound thermal insulation; seal chinks and cover up glass areas. • Do not plug or cover up air intakes and openings. • Do not spray water into the air conditioner. • Keep all easily inflammable material away from the system. •...

  • Page 183: Satellite System

    10. Built-in devices To set the direction of ventilation 10.8 Satellite System To set the direction of ventilation The air supply within the vehicle can be regulated by setting The satellite system is CI-BUS compatible and, therefore, it the air nozzles. can be controlled by means of the control panel next to the entrance.
  • Page 184 10. Built-in devices • When driving, the satellite system must be lowered to its park position. Increasing the normal height of the trailer by means of an antenna that has not been lowered can increase the risk of accidents. The car driver is solely responsible for the condition of the superstructures and fittings.

  • Page 185: Chapter 11: Accessories

    FIAT low-frame chassis Maxi, 4250 kg (130 PS) or 4400 kg (150 PS and 177 PS) 40.0 parts that have not been approved by HOBBY may cause damage to the vehicle and impair its roadworthiness. Even Increased load/reduced load if an expertise, general type approval or design approval Load decreased from 3.65 t to 3.5 t without technical...
  • Page 186 11. Accessories Object Weight[kg] Object Weight[kg] Base vehicle / Chassis (cannot be retrofitted) Roof bonnet DOMETIC-SEITZ Midi-Heki 700 x 500 mm Automatic transmission, FIAT Comfortmatik 17.0 instead of Mini-Heki at rear Diesel tank, 120 litres instead of 90 litres 28.0 Roof bonnet DOMETIC-SEITZ Mini-Heki 400 x 400 mm with blinds and insect screen Fog lights...
  • Page 187 11. Accessories Object Weight[kg] Object Weight[kg] Sleeping area HobbyConnect remote control for on-board equipment Additional cushion for converting seating arrangement via MyHobby app into a bed Outside shower Remote indicator for DuoControl Additional upper bed at rear end (for weights up to 75 kg) 17.0 USB twin charger socket, 1 each for living room and Bed expansion for single beds with FROLI comfortable...
  • Page 188 A65 GM 3500 kg (reduced load) No optional extras allowed. A70 GM 3500 kg (reduced load) A70 GM 3500 kg (Touring Cars Edition) Optima De Luxe / Premium: Model Permissible no. Technically permissible PLEASE NOTE: of seats maximum weight T75 HGE 3500 kg (reduced load) Only deviating motorisation and automatic transmission permitted.

  • Page 189: Chapter 12: Maintenance And Care Maintenance

    HOBBY grants a 5-year guarantee on the absence of leaks in the caravan in accordance with the guarantee conditions. To this end, the vehicle must be taken to your HOBBY dealer every 12 months for a chargeable inspection for leak tightness.

  • Page 190: Brakes

    12. Maintenance and Care 12.2 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 191: Changing The Taillight Bulbs

    Removing the bulb from the socket If several light bulbs have to be replaced, take care to Optima rear light Optima De Luxe ensure that the lamps are not switched by accident and • Remove the defect lamp from that everything goes back in its original place.
  • Page 192 12. Maintenance and Care Optima De Luxe with Premium rear end • Then unscrew the 3 screws order to remove the rear light and The following is a description of how to change the bulbs in expose the bulbs. the direction indicator (blinker) and rear lights.

  • Page 193: Airing

    12. Maintenance and Care 12.4 Airing 12.5 Care The following applies for their care: For a comfortable climate inside the motor home, there must • Clean plastic parts (e.g. fenders, skirts) with water of up to be sufficient ventilation. This also avoids corrosive damage due 60° C and mild household cleansers. to condensation. • Clean greasy or oily surfaces with spirits. Condensation is caused by - insufficient volume inside the motor home Wash the vehicle only in places provided for this purpose. - breathing and perspiration of the passengers - bringing in damp clothing Using cleaning materials sparingly. Aggressive cleansers,...
  • Page 194 12. Maintenance and Care - alcohols Dry the headlights and sockets thoroughly, as water collects - aggressive or solvent-based cleaners there easily. - cleaners from the chemical group such as ketone, ester and aromatic solvents Washing with a high pressure cleaner - aromatic hydrocarbons (e.g.
  • Page 195 The following applies for damages • The varnished surfaces should be treated occasionally • Repair damages immediately to avoid further damages due with wax. Follow the application instructions given by the to corrosion. Ask your HOBBY dealer for assistance. wax manufacturers. Chassis The following applies when polishing the surfaces The undercarriage of the mobile home has been specially • In exceptional cases, use polish to refinish weathered varnis-...

  • Page 196: Cleaning The Interior

    12. Maintenance and Care Cleaning instructions for materials that containTeflon Wash panes only with pure water. Never use aggressive cleaning agents that include softeners or solvents! • Always treat spots immediately. • Sponge spots, but do not rub them. You will find talcum powder in auto accessory shops. • Work from the edge towards the middle of the spot. • Never use household cleaners to remove spots. • Hoover cushions regularly to remove any dirt that may have collected. Cleaning the interior We recommend the following methods for cleaning To reduce problems arising from dampness, use water Method A: sparingly when cleaning inside.
  • Page 197 12. Maintenance and Care Method B: • Use cleansing agents for PVC floors and clean water when washing the floor. Do not place fitted carpets on a wet • Use only mild, water-free solvents for dry cleaning. PVC floor, as the fitted carpet and the PVC flooring could • Dampen the cloth and proceed as described in method A. become glued together. This method is particularly suitable for removing: • Never use chemical cleansing agents or steel wool, be- - wax, candles cause this will damage the PVC flooring. - pencil The following applies for furniture surfaces Chocolate or coffee should only be washed out with luke- • Clean the surface of wooden furniture with a damp cloth or warm water. sponge. • Rub dry with a soft, dust-free cloth. The following applies for carpeted floors • Use mild furniture polish.
  • Page 198 12. Maintenance and Care • The rubber seals of the toilet should be cleaned regularly • The space behind the refrigerator should be hoovered and with plain water and a lubricant for seals (not Vaseline or cleaned regularly. The ventilation grille should also be kept any other vegetable fats) should be applied. Applying this clean.

  • Page 199: Winter Lay Up For The Motor Home

    12. Maintenance and Care 12.6 Winter Lay Up for the Motor home • The exterior should be treated with wax or a special polish for varnish. For many people, the camping season ends when the tem- • Use a protective agent to protect the metal parts of the perature starts to fall. Your mobile home must be properly chassis against rust. prepared for its winter lay up.

  • Page 200: Winter Operation

    12. Maintenance and Care 12.7 Winter Operation The following applies for the interior fittings • Clean the interior of your motor home. Hoover carpets, cushions and mattresses. If possible, store them outside the Preparations mobile home. Otherwise, place them in such a way inside Your motor home has been designed to allow you to use it to the vehicle that they do not come into contact with conden- a certain extent in winter.
  • Page 201 12. Maintenance and Care The following applies for ventilation The following applies for heating During operation in winter, condensation is caused when • Both the air intake as well as the exhaust gas openings of using the camper in low temperatures. Sufficient ventilation is the heating system must be kept free of snow and ice. extremely important to ensure that the quality of the air inside • It takes longer to heat up the vehicle in winter, especially the camper is good and to avoid damages to the vehicle to heat hot water.
  • Page 202 12. Maintenance and Care Saving energy in winter The following applies for tanks and containers • If the interior is sufficiently heated, the fresh water tank, water pipes and therme/boiler should not freeze. Fill all of It is very easy to save energy inside your motor home. This the water containers only after the interior has been applies especially to heating in winter. thoroughly heated.

  • Page 203: Chapter 13: Sanitation And Environmental Protection

    13. Sanitation and Environmental Protection Chapter 13: Sanitation and Environmental Protection 13.1 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 204 13. Sanitation and Environmental Protection 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 instal- holes! Generally, the public waste water system does not ling an activated carbon filter system (sold as an accessory)! run through clarification plants.
  • Page 205 13. 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 public 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 prevents unpleasant odours and the problem of collecting rubbish on board. The following applies for picnic spots: • Always leave picnic spots clean and tidy, even if you dispose of someone else‘s waste.

  • Page 206: Returning The Vehicle

    13. Sanitation and Environmental Protection 13.2 Returning the vehicle Careful use of the environment is not only in the interest of nature, but also of motor home and caravan drivers everywhere! 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 dealer and expertly recycled.

  • Page 207: Chapter 14: Technical Data

    Optima De Luxe F3 Ducato Light 130 PS (96 kW) Euro 6 Serien-Tiefrahmen 40P0400000 lowered MT030i 31TEV4004P 31TE14005P Typ 05 (3009000500) T65 HFL Optima De Luxe F3 Ducato Light 130 PS (96 kW) Euro 6 Serien-Tiefrahmen 40P0400000 lowered MT030i 31TEV4004P 31TE14005P Typ 05 (3009000500)
  • Page 208 Optima De Luxe 21PE02022P 3500 1850 2000 2000 5500 3601 5999 2775 2160 1810 1790 3800 1251 2000 21TE04004P 3500 1850...

  • Page 209: Technical Data

    14. Technical Data Hobby Model Type Base Motorisation exhaust Chassis Frame extension Towbar Sawiko Modell vehicle Model Type Reinforcement Rear crossbar Trailer coupling Spherical head emissions Optima Design Version Premium Heck V65 GE Optima Premium F3 Ducato Light 130 PS (96 kW)
  • Page 210 14. Technical Data Velo III incl. fastening Seats t.p.o.w. Permiss. Permiss. Unbraked Braked Max. Maximum Length Total Height Width Front Rear Wheel Front Rear [kg] front axle rear axle trailer trailer permissible towing of super- tread tread base projec- projec- components load load...

  • Page 211: Load Increased

    Reduced load Optima / Siesta to 3500 kg T75 HGE Optima De Luxe, Premium Ducato Light 3500 1850 2000 3500 T75 HF Optima De Luxe, Premium Ducato Light 3500 1850...
  • Page 212 14. Technical Data Length Total Height Width Front Rear Wheel Front Rear of super- tread tread base projection projection structure length width width 5073 7500 2845 2330 1810 1980 4300 2252 5153 7581 2845 2330 1810 1980 4300 2333 4052 6490 3070 2340...
  • Page 213 1850 2060 1900 5750 T65 GQ Optima De Luxe, Premium Ducato Light 3850 1850 2060 1900 5750 T65 HGQ Optima De Luxe, Premium Ducato Light 3850 1850 2060 1900 5750 T70 GE Optima De Luxe, Premium Ducato Light 3850 1850...
  • Page 214 14. Technical Data Length Total Height Width Front Rear Wheel Front Rear of super- tread tread base projection projection structure length width width 3601 5999 2775 2160 1810 1790 3800 1251 4306 6734 2775 2160 1810 1790 3800 1986 3607 5999 2845 2330...
  • Page 215 2100 2400/2500 1800/1750 6050/6150 T65 GQ Optima De Luxe, Premium Ducato Maxi 4250/4400 2100 2400/2500 1800/1750 6050/6150 T65 HGQ Optima De Luxe, Premium Ducato Maxi 4250/4400 2100 2400/2500 1800/1750 6050/6150 T70 GE Optima De Luxe, Premium Ducato Maxi 4250/4400 2100...
  • Page 216 14. Technical Data Length Total Height Width Front Rear Wheel Front Rear of super- tread tread base projection projection structure length width width 3601 5999 2802 2160 1810 1790 3800 1251 4306 6734 2802 2160 1810 1790 3800 1986 3607 5999 2872 2330...

  • Page 217: Vehicle And Equipment Weights

    Overload basic [kg] weight equipment vehicle is [kg] weight vehicle [kg] ready to start FIAT Ducato X290 V60 GF Optima De Luxe 2590 2734 2770 3500 V65 GE Optima De Luxe 2701 2845 2881 3500 T60 H Optima De Luxe...
  • Page 218 14. Technical Data Model Series Weight of Driver Diesel Unladen Basic Packages Mass when t.p.o.w. Overload basic [kg] weight equipment vehicle is [kg] weight vehicle [kg] ready to start FIAT Ducato X290 T70 F Optima Premium 2891 3035 3071 3500 T75 HF Optima Premium 2982...

  • Page 219: Tires And Rims

    6 J x 15, ET 68 225/75 R 16 CP 6 J x 16, ET 68 5 / 71 / 118 T65 HGQ Optima De Luxe / Premium 2000 / 2000 / 2060 3500 / 3650 / 3850 1850 215/70 R 15 CP...
  • Page 220 2400 / 2500 225/75 R 16 CP 6 J x 16, ET 68 5 / 78 / 130 T65 GE Optima De Luxe / Premium 4250 / 4400 2100 2400 / 2500 225/75 R 16 CP 6 J x 16, ET 68...

  • Page 221: Tyre Pressure Values

    14. Technical Data 14.5 Tyre pressure values Motor homes Tyres Tyre pressure (bar) Basis Camping tyres (CP) 215/70 R 15 CP front: 5,0 rear: 5,5 FIAT 225/75 R 16 CP front: 5,5 rear: 5,5 FIAT Standard and winter tyres (C) 215/70 R 15 C front: 4,0 rear: 4,5...

  • Page 222: Index

    14. Technical Data Index Index Converting the transverse seat disposal 204 Gas bottle, to change 144 excrements 203 Gas cooker 176 Cover flaps 39 picnic spots 204 to operate 177 Cushion arrangements 64 rubbish 204 Gas socket, external 149 Access ladder waste water 203 Gas supply 142 garage bed/alcoves 62...
  • Page 223 14. Technical Data Index Modular battery 117 Resin stains 194 Tyre profile depth 28 changing the battery 118 Rims 29 Tyres 26 features 118 Roof air conditioning 181 place of installation 117 Roof bonnet 76 Roof load 20 Upkeep 192 Roof rail 45 accessories 196 Navigation 128...
  • Page 224 14. Technical Data Index...
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