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  • Page 2 We congratulate you on your new VANSTER and would like to thank you for choosing this vehicle. With a VANSTER you always have the right travelling companion for every trip: Whether for a city trip, a short excursion or your family holidays. The high quality standard and the large variability furthermore enthral. Many useful details prove to be extremely practical when on the road making your holiday even more relaxed.
  • Page 3 Instruction manual Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    11.1 External care ....46 Driving with the VANSTER ..19 11.1.1 Washing with a high-pressure cleaner. 46 Driving speed .
  • Page 5 ....54 13.1 Electrical system ....54 Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 6: Records

    1. The legal guarantee and product warranty rights apply for the vehicle. 2. It is advisable to present the vehicle for inspection by a VANSTER dealer at the end of the first year in order to assert any warranty claims that may arise.
  • Page 7: Inspection Plan

    Visual check Annually Sealing rubbers and joints Check for damage Annually Hot-air system Function check, clean Annually fan wheel if necessary Electrical system Function check Annually We reserve the right to modify the inspection plan. Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 8: Inspection Records

    Records Inspection records Delivery Date: Signature and stamp of the VANSTER dealer: 1st year Date: Signature and stamp of the VANSTER dealer:  No defects found  Found defects: Should it be determined during an inspection that additional work is necessary, then the carrying out of this work is dependent on the customer commissioning this to be done.
  • Page 9: Inspection Certificates For Electrical Ins

    Qualified electrician's signature and stamp: Entire 230 V system checked:  No defects found  Found defects: 6th year Date: Qualified electrician's signature and stamp: Entire 230 V system checked:  No defects found  Found defects: Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 10: Introduction

    The equipment which was known and included at the time of going to press is described. The reprinting, translation and copying, including extracts is not permitted wit- hout prior written authorisation from the manufacturer. Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 11: General

    The vehicle is designed for the exclusive transport of persons. Luggage and accessories may only be transported up to the maximum permissible gross weight. Observe the test and inspection periods stipulated by the manufacturer. Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 12: Environmental Tips

    When staying in towns and communities for longer periods, search for par-  king areas which are especially designated for motorhomes. Enquire at the town or community authority about parking spaces. Always leave the parking places in a clean condition.  Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 13: Safety

    Electric cables are laid in the floor. Never drill holes or screw screws into  the floor. There is danger of an electric shock or short circuit due to damage to a line or cable. Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 14: Road Safety

    ISOFIX attachment systems. Observe the overall height of the vehicle (including roof loads) at under-  passes, tunnels, etc. In winter, the roof must be free of snow and ice before commencing the  journey. Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 15: Towing

    Before commencing the journey, close the windows.  The 5-star NCAP test of the Citroen Spacetourer loses its validity for the VANSTER due to its conversion. Towing Care is to be taken when connecting and detaching a trailer. Risk of acci- ...
  • Page 16: Before The Journey

    The manufacturer specifies the number of seats in Field S.1 of the vehicle documents. Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 17: Calculating The Payload

    The payload (see chapter 4.1.1) is the weight difference between Maximum permissible gross weight in a laden condition and  Vehicle mass complete in a ready-to-drive condition.  Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 18: Loading The Vehicle Correctly

    We recommend professional ins- tallation in a suitable workshop. The manufacturer accepts no liability for any damage if the approved roof load is exceeded. Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 19: Road Safety

    All drawers and flaps closed Children's seats mounted to seats with three-point safety belts or ISOFIX Swivel seat locking mechanism for driver's seat and passen- ger seat locked in direction of travel Shades in the driver's cabin removed Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 20: During The Journey

    Do not change the belt attachment points, the automatic retractor and  the belt locks. Check the screwed connections of the seat belts at intervals in order to  ensure that they are firmly seated. Use each seat belt for one adult person only.  Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 21: Using The Seat Belt Correctly

    Danger of explosion! Refer to the instruction manual for the base vehicle for the position of the fuel filler neck. Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 22: Vanster Setting Up

    An applied handbrake can prevent the driver's seat from turning. If neces-  sary release the handbrake briefly. 230 V connection The vehicle can be connected to a 230 V power supply (see Chapter 8). Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 23: Living

    Lower the external flap downward and press it shut.  Heating and cooling The VANSTER is equipped as standard with an air conditioning unit. The room temperature can be set on the operating panel. Further information on using the air-conditioning system can be obtained in ...
  • Page 24: Sliding Door

    No-one may be within the closing area of the sliding door when it is being closed. Ensure that children do not use the sliding door without supervision.  Deactivate the child lock in the VANSTER when the vehicle is occupied  (emergency exit). Observe the instruction manual of the vehicle manufacturer for the elec- ...
  • Page 25: Rotating The Seats

    Pull the bar (Fig. 5,2). The seat can be moved forward or backward.  Rotate the adjustment wheel (Fig. 5,5) for the backrest adjustment. The  angle of the backrest can be adjusted. Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 26: Gooseneck Lamp

    The structure of the tent fabric of the pop-up roof has very tiny holes. This is completely normal – the holes close as soon as the tent becomes moist and the fibres swell. Water column for the cloth bellows according to the manufacturer: 100 mm × 24 h Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 27: Opening The Pop-Up Roof

    Fold the twist grip further downward and attach the locking mechanism to  the magnet (Fig. 10,2) (Fig. 11). Hold the grips with both hands and push the pop-up roof upwards (Fig. 12).  Fold the sleeping area upwards to obtain headroom.  Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 28: Using The Sleeping Area

    There must be no objects or bedding between the roof shell and the bed  unit - risk of damage! The pop-up roof may only be closed with the original mattress.  Make sure that the mattress does not protrude to the rear beyond the bed.  Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 29 Close the entrance cover (Fig. 14,1) with snap fasteners.  If the locking levers (Fig. 15,1) move excessively and the pop-up roof  cannot be properly shut, adjust the latch as described in section 12.3.2. Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 30: Campbox (Special Equipment)

    Hold the recessed handles (Fig. 19,2) on the left and right then lift the  flushing module from the vehicle. Installing the flushing Install the flushing module in reverse order.  module Establish an electrical connection.  Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 31: Kitchen Unit Power Supply

    230 V outlet (Fig. 21,1). The vehicle needs to be connected to  230 V shore power for this option. using the 12 V outlet (Fig. 21,3) of the optional e-pack with an AC converter  (Fig. 22). Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 32: Setting Up The 2-Burner Cooker

     The 2-burner cooker must only be used with the gas cartridges intended  for this purpose. Further information on how to use the 2-burner cooker can be obtained in  the manufacturer's instruction manual. Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 33: Disassembling/Installing The Campbox

    Screw the covers (Fig. 26,1) left and right on the fastenings.  Fold the bar (Fig. 27,2) upwards.  Lift the Campbox from the vehicle.  Installing the Campbox The Campbox is installed in the reverse order.  Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 34: Induction Hob

    7.7.5 Induction hob The induction hob in the VANSTER is located underneath the induction hob access flap (Fig. 28,1) on the left side of the vehicle. The induction hob can be used if the vehicle is supplied with shore power through the exterior outlet.
  • Page 35: Setting Up The Bed Couch For Campbox Sleep (Optional)

    The rails will snap-lock into one another. Snap the table (Fig. 32,1) into the table extension (Fig. 32,2) in the same  way (Fig. 33). Screw the star screws (Fig. 34,1) into both rail connectors to secure them.  Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 36: Setting Up The Table

    Push the extension (Fig. 37,1) on all of the table feet and secure into place  with the star screw (Fig. 37,2). Press on the catch (Fig. 36,2) and push the table feet downwards (Fig.  35,1). Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 37: Electrical System

    For long periods of inactivity (4 weeks or more), either disconnect the bat-  tery from the 12 V power supply or recharge it regularly. Do not smoke near the battery.  Fig. 38 Do not smoke near the e-pack battery Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 38 There is a danger of short circuit when disconnecting the battery poles. For  this reason, first disconnect the negative pole on the battery and then the positive. Remove the battery from the vehicle.  Install the new battery in reverse order.  Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 39: Fuses

    If the fuse element is broken (Fig. 40,2), change the fuse. Before changing fuses, take the function, value and colour of the relevant fuses from the following specifications. When changing fuses, only use flat fuses with the values shown below. Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 40: Fuses

    Fuse for the water pump The 230 V fuse 7.5 A used to protect the water pump and USB ports is located and USB ports in the vehicle interior on the flushing module’s rear wall. Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 41: Appliances

    In this instruction manual a description is given only for the operation of the appliances and their particular features. Diesel independent vehicle heater (special equipment) The VANSTER is optionally equipped with a diesel independent vehicle heater. New heaters might give off a slight odour when they are used for the first ...
  • Page 42: Diesel Independent Vehicle Heater Opera

    The ventilation function only activates the fan. The heating function is  always switched off. There are several fan speeds to choose from. They differ in the power of the air flow that moves the circulating air inside the VANSTER. Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 43: Induction Hob

    Switching off: Press the On/Off switch (Fig. 44,7). The induction hob has been switched  off. Further information on using the induction hob can be obtained in the sepa-  rate instruction manual “Induction hob”. Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 44: Sanitary Fittings

    The water canister (Fig. 45,1) is located in the flushing module in the Campbox. The screw cap is yellow. Fig. 45 Water canister Volume The water canister (Fig. 45,1) has a capacity of approximately 10 l. Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 45: Waste Water Canister

    The waste water canister (Fig. 46,1) is located in the flushing module in the Campbox. The screw cap is blue. Volume The waste water canister has a capacity of approximately 10 l. Cleaning Clean the waste water canister several times a year (see chapter 11). Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 46: Water System

    Water is pumped upwards from the water canister (Fig. 45,1). The waste water canister (Fig. 46,1) collects the waste water. Turn the water tap (Fig. 47,1) back.  The pump in the water canister stops. Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 47: Care

    Do not use vinegar based products to clean the water system, or for decal-  cification of the water system. Vinegar-based products may cause damage to seals or parts of the installation. Use standard decalcifying products for decalcification. Save water. Mop up all remaining water.  Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 48: Instructions For Care Of The Pop-Up Roof

    The roof must be cared for in accordance with the paint care instructions of  the vehicle manufacturer. Standard paint care products can be used. Observe the care instructions provided by the supplier.  Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 49: Winter Care

     Humidity or lack of oxygen e.g. by covering with plastic film may cause optical irregularities to the underbody. Also observe the specifications in the operating instructions of the base vehicle Interior Place upholstery in an upright position for ventilation, and cover Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 50: Winter Lay-Up

    (see Chapter 8) Water system Clean the water system using a cleaning agent from a specialised store Complete vehicle Arrange the tarpaulins in such a way that the ventilation openings are not covered, or use porous tarpaulins Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 51: Starting Up The Vehicle After A Temporary Lay-Up Or After Lay-Up Over Winter

    Use several litres of fresh water to rinse out water pipes and water canister. To do this, open the water tap Close the water tap Check the water tap for leaks Appliances Check the function of the heater Check the function of the cooker Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 52: Maintenance

    For the version with a belt lock check the belts and the clips for function and  damage. Observe the care instructions provided by the supplier.  Check and if necessary adjust the roof shell and its mechanical parts.  Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 53: Spare Parts

    The special equipment and original spare parts recommended by the  manufacturer have been specially developed and supplied for your vehicle. Your Vanster dealer has these products. Your Vanster dealer is informed about admissible technical details and carries out the required work correctly.
  • Page 54: Vehicle Identification Plate

    Replacement stickers can be obtained from an authorised dealer or the  service centre. 12.7 Changing tyres Note information from the instruction manual of the vehicle manufacturer.  Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...
  • Page 55 Jumbo flat fuse (40 A) in Replace the jumbo flat the e-pack battery is de- fuse (40 A) in the e-pack fective battery Vanster - 08/21-0 - PSL-MJ21-00EN...

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