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- Page 1 Installation and user manual Level M System 0001 31-01-2023 4101197_USER MANUAL LEVEL M SYSTEM US...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Preface............................ 6 Copyright statement..........................6 Limited warranty............................6 About this document........................ 7 Contact information..........................7 Declaration of Conformity........................7 Document details............................ 8 About the system in this document...................... 8 Terminology............................8 How to use this document........................8 Purpose of this document........................8 Revision history............................8 Related documents.......................... - Page 4 Install the hydraulic jacks to the chassis.................... 22 Install the hydraulic pump........................23 Connect the electric cable to the relay of the pump................24 Install the main unit..........................25 Connect the electric cables........................26 Press the hydraulic hoses........................26 Connect the hydraulic hoses.........................27 Install the wall frame of the touchscreen....................28 Connect the hydraulic pump to the power supply.................
- Page 5 Technical specifications......................53 Specifications of the hyraulic pump.......................53 Specifications of the hydraulic jacks..................... 54 0001...
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Page 6: Preface
Read this document and understand the contents of this document fully, before you install or use the Level M System. E&P Hydraulics will not be liable for any direct, indirect, consequential or incidental damage that comes forth from the misuse of the product or not obeying the contents of this document. -
Page 7: About This Document
ABOUT THIS DOCUMENT Contact information Retailer Name E&P Hydraulics U.K. Ltd. Unit 10, Elder Court, Lions Drive Address Blackburn, Lancashire, BB1 2EQ England Phone + 44 (0)1254 297785 E-mail info@ep-hydraulics.co.uk Website www.ep-hydraulics.co.uk Manufacturer E-mail info@ep-hydraulics.com Website www.ep-hydraulics.nl Declaration of Conformity E&P HYDRAULICS FCC ID 2A5AD-4100938... -
Page 8: Document Details
Document details About the system in this document The Level M System described in this document is a system that automatically or manually levels motorhomes. Terminology This document refers to the Level M System as 'system'. How to use this document Read this document to use the system correctly. -
Page 9: Original Language
Original language The original language of this document is American-English. All other available language versions of this document are translations of the original version. Safety symbols used in this document Symbol Function Description If you do not obey the instruc- tions, death, serious personal in- Warning jury or damage to the system... -
Page 10: Safety
SAFETY Intended use ■ The E&P Hydraulics system is intended to automatically or manually level motorhomes. ■ Do not use the system for any other purpose than described in this document. Possible misuse Do not use the system to do maintenance under the vehicle. Approved personnel Approved installation technician The term approved installation technician is specified here as the person who fully knows the system... -
Page 11: Disposal
Disposal When you discard of the system or its parts: ■ Obey local regulations; ■ Obey instructions to sort the waste of the module; ■ Obey safety and health instructions with regard to the module. Prevent pollution. Be friendly to the environment. 0001... -
Page 12: Description
DESCRIPTION Description of the system The Level M System is a hydraulic system used to automatically level a vehicle. The E&P Hydraulics system consists of: ■ A hydraulic pump that pumps hydraulic oil through a system of hydraulic hoses and four hydraulic jacks with foot plates that make the vehicle stable. -
Page 13: Overview Of The Parts Of The System
Overview of the parts of the system Hydraulic pump Touchscreen Hydraulic jacks Main unit with antenna Individual brackets adapted to the vehicle Fuse and fuse holder Hoses and electric wirings 0001... -
Page 14: Overview Of The Hydraulic Pump
Overview of the hydraulic pump Connection to the main unit Supply connection to the front left hydraulic Oil reservoir jack Filler cap Supply connection to the rear left hydraulic Relay jack Protective cap Valve (4x) Supply connection to the rear right Electric motor hydraulic jack M10 mounting screws (2x) -
Page 15: Overview Of The Controls
Overview of the controls Overview of the touchscreen Settings button Automatic leveling button Signal indicator Manual leveling button Battery indicator ON/OFF button 0001... -
Page 16: Signs And Buttons On The Touchscreen
Signs and buttons on the touchscreen Signs Function Description Settings button To change the settings. To show if there is a connection when the touchscreen is used as a remote controller. The sign shows a red exla- Signal indicator mation mark when there is no connec- tion between the touchscreen and the operation unit. -
Page 17: Signs And Buttons Used During The Leveling Procedures
Signs and buttons used during the leveling procedures Sign Name Description Home button To go to the home screen. Stop button To stop the automatic leveling procedure. Automatic leveling but- To automatically level the vehicle. Retract all To automatically retract the jacks. jacks button Inclination To start the inclination function to empty the dirty-water tank. -
Page 18: Identification Of The Touchscreen
Sign Name Description Position indi- When the circle is red, the jacks are in the extended position. cator Tol show the position of the vehicle. If the blue circle is in the center of Spirit level the spirit level, the vehicle is leveled. To show if the vehicle is level. -
Page 19: Schematic Diagrams
Schematic diagrams Schematic diagram of the hydraulic leveling system (10 hoses) Front left jack Rear right jack Front right jack Supply hose Rear left jack Return hose 0001... -
Page 20: Schematic Diagram Of The Hydraulic Leveling System (8 Hoses)
Schematic diagram of the hydraulic leveling system (8 hoses) Front left jack Rear right jack Front right jack Supply hose Rear left jack Return hose 0001... -
Page 21: Installation
INSTALLATION Installation of the system Approved The installation procedures must be done by an approved installation technician. Refer to personnel The table shows the procedures that are necessary for installation. Caution: Do not change the sequence of the installation procedures, because it can cause irreparable damage to the system. -
Page 22: Install The Hydraulic Jacks To The Chassis
Find the correct installation locations for the hydraulic jacks. ■ The correct location is different for all vehicles, especially around the rear chassis. Install the jacks with as much distance between them as possible in the longitudinal direction. Install the If possible, install the jacks outside the chassis. -
Page 23: Install The Hydraulic Pump
Mark the positions to drill. Drill the holes in the chassis. Apply rust protection to the holes. Install the brackets to the chassis with the bolts and nuts. Tighten the bolts and nuts with the standard torque settings. Make sure that the hydraulic jacks are installed vertically, and do not lean to the inner side, the outer side, the front, or the rear. -
Page 24: Connect The Electric Cable To The Relay Of The Pump
If the pump is installed in one of the storage spaces, use the two metal mounting brackets: Note: ■ 4100892 mounting bracket power unit internal. ■ 4100971 mounting bracket main unit (electronic contrul unit) internal. Install the pump to the surface with a metal mounting bracket and the two M10 bolts (1). Use M10 x 12 mm bolts. -
Page 25: Install The Main Unit
Connect the red cable from the fuse holder to the + connection (1) on the relay of the hydraulic pump. Connect the black cable from the chassis of the vehicle to the - connection (2) on the relay of the hydraulic pump. -
Page 26: Connect The Electric Cables
Connect the electric cables Warning: Do not connect the system to power supply during this procedure. Connect the cable with the 9-pin plug from the hydraulic pump to the connection (1) on the main unit. Connect the 2-pin cable with the 6-pin plug to the connection (2) on the main unit. -
Page 27: Connect The Hydraulic Hoses
Press the hoses to 14.4 mm (0.6 in) (X). Use the calibrated caliper to measure the hose. Note: ■ Make sure that you measure on the flat part of the hose, and not on the ridge. ■ The correct dimension of the hose connector is 14.4 mm ±... -
Page 28: Install The Wall Frame Of The Touchscreen
Conceal the hoses correctly. Make sure there is no risk of wear or leakage. Attach the hoses and make sure that they cannot rub against other parts. Make sure that all hoses are connected correctly before you put them in operation. Note: Use the correct torque setting (30-45 Nm). -
Page 29: Connect The Hydraulic Pump To The Power Supply
Distance Specification (metric units) Specification (imperial units) min. 14.6 mm min. 0.57 in min. 94.4 mm, max. 97.4 mm min. 3.72 in, max. 3.83 in min. 137.6 mm, max. 140.6 mm min. 5.42 in, max. 5.54 in Cut a hole in the wall. Use the correct dimensions from the table. Put the wall frame in the cut-out. -
Page 30: Pair The Touchscreen
Pair the touchscreen Note: Use the ■ The pair function only works if the device is used as a remote. Refer to device remotely ■ To use the touchscreen remotely, the version number of the main unit must be 3.14 or higher. -
Page 31: Put The System Into Operation
REMOTE (1). Push PAIR REMOTE (2). Push Pair A pop-up box shows the text: touchscreen with main unit. Push start and switch on the main unit. Do you wish to proceed? Remove the fuse out of the cable assembly from the hydraulic leveling system or disconnect the 9-pin cable plug from the main unit. -
Page 32: Fill The Tank With Oil
Fill the tank with oil Do a check on the oil level when the jacks are fully retracted. Remove the filler cap (1) from the oil tank. Fill the tank with oil, to 2 centimeters (0.8 inch) (X) below the edge. Note: Use ATF Dexron III or Mercon 5 oil. -
Page 33: Calibrate The Leveling Position
Fill the tank with oil Fill the oil tank. Refer to Warning: ■ Make sure that you do not fill the oil tank to the top when the jacks are extended. ■ If there is too much foam in the oil reservoir, wait until the foam has disappeared. -
Page 34: Calibrate The Inclination Position
CALIBRATION (1). Push LEVEL (2) or LEVEL + VB (3). Push LEVEL (2) to save the new ■ Push calibration point if the vehicle does not have a VB-air suspension set installed. LEVEL + VB (3) to save ■ Push the new calibration point if the vehicle has a VB-air suspension set installed and has a EP/VB... -
Page 35: Final Check And Delivery To The Customer
CALIBRATION . Push EMPTY BLADDER (1). Push Store the A pop-up box shows the text: current position for 'empty bladder'. This action is irreversible. Do you wish to proceed? YES . Push A pop-up box shows. When the procedure is done, it shows the text: Calibration done . -
Page 36: Operation
OPERATION Put the touchscreen into service for the first time When you use the E&P Hydraulics touchscreen for the first time, you can select your personal language and set the personal access code. These procedures have been done at your dealer or installer. It is possible to change these settings. -
Page 37: Set The Personal Access Code
Set the personal access code On the touchscreen, push the settings button (1). ✓ A pop-up keypad shows. Enter the personal access code and OK . push ■ The factory setting personal 0000 . access code is GENERAL (1). Push UPDATE PIN (2). -
Page 38: Put The Device Back Into The Wall Frame
Push the ON/OFF button (1) on the back of the touchscreen. Put the device back into the wall frame Put the touchscreen over the vertical rib at the bottom of the wall frame. Push the touchscreen (1) into the mounting frame. The touchscreen is locked in the wall frame when you hear a click from the release slider. -
Page 39: Automatic Leveling
Automatic leveling Make sure that the ignition of the vehicle is set to ON before you start the procedure. If necessary, use support plates below the footplates of the jacks on the lower side to compensate large height differences. Warning: Do not use the leveling system when a person or animal is inside the vehicle. Caution: Make sure that the handbrake of the vehicle is engaged before you start the procedure. -
Page 40: Manual Leveling
AUTO button (1). Push the ✓ The hydraulic leveling procedure starts. Note: To stop the procedure, push the stop button (2). Before the procedure can be started again, the retract all jacks button must be pushed. The circles (3) indicate the hydraulic jacks. When a circle is grey, it means the jack is in withdrawn position. - Page 41 MANUAL (1). On the touchscreen, push ✓ A new screen shows. It depends on the position of the vehicle if 1 or 2 arrows light up. Push and hold the front side button (1) until the front jacks touch the ground. Caution: Always level the vehicle at the front side first.
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Page 42: Retract The Jacks
Retract the jacks Use the It is also possible to retract the jacks with the E&P Hydraulics smartphone application. Refer to smartphone application Automatic mode AUTOMATIC On the touchscreen, push (1). Push the retract all jacks button (1) one time. ✓... -
Page 43: Use The Inclination Function
Push and hold the retract all jacks button (1) until the hydraulic pump stops. Use the inclination function Use the inclination function to empty the dirty-water tank. There is a maximum inclination so the wheels do not lift off the ground. The inclination function is available for the left side and the right side of the vehicle. -
Page 44: Use The Smartphone Application
Use the smartphone application Download the app to your smartphone E&P Hydraulics by Alko in ■ Search for the Google Play Store (Android) or the Android App Store (iOS), or scan the QR-code. ■ Install the app on your smartphone. Use the back-up buttons If there is a problem with the touchscreen, the leveling system can also be operated with a pen and the two small holes in the wall frame. - Page 45 Note: It depends on the type of hydraulic pump if the valves must be adjusted by hand or with the supplied hex key. Carefully turn the four valves on the pump clockwise, by hand or with the supplied hex key, until the valves are fully open.
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Page 47: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE Maintenance schedule Warning: Before maintenance, approved personnel must put the front axles and rear axles of the vehicle on suitable axle stands. The E&P Hydraulics system does not have parts that must receive periodic maintenance. Visual checks, functional checks and cleaning must be done during the annual vehicle service. When parts are disassembled, the warranty becomes invalid. -
Page 48: Maintenance For Cold Weather
Part or adjustment Frequency Procedure Electronic cables and Regularly Do a check on the electronic cables and connections. connections Remove dirt, sand, mud and other materials that can prevent the operation of the hydraulic leveling system. If the jacks stay extended for a longer period of time, Hydraulic jacks Regularly the piston rods must be sprayed with a silicone lubri-... -
Page 49: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING General troubleshooting procedure If there are any error messages, make sure that: ■ The handbrake is engaged. ■ The ignition is set to ON. ■ The battery has sufficient voltage. ■ The oil level is correct. ■ The jacks do not have damages. ■... - Page 50 Symbol Error message Description Possible solution Speak to your dealer. The jacks could not re- Warning: Before you drive Retract error tract. It is possible that the vehicle, make sure that Jacks not retrac- the oil level is insuffi- the four jacks are fully re- cient, or that there is a Emergency tracted.
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Page 51: Error Mode
Error mode ■ If the ignition switch is not set to ON, or if the hand brake is not engaged, the leveling system cannot be started. ■ The retracting procedure stops if the pump is runs on overpressure for a few seconds. A timer counts up when the pump operates and counts down when the pump does not operate. - Page 52 On the touchscreen, push the settings button. ✓ A pop-up keypad shows. 374 and push OK . Enter the code 1234 and push OK . Enter the code DEALER . Push SYSTEM CONFIGURATION to reset the vehicle type. ■ Push RESET LANGUAGE SELECTION to reset the language.
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Page 53: Technical Specifications
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Specifications of the hyraulic pump Dimensions and mass Item Specification (metric units) Specification (imperial units) Length (X) 425 mm 16.73 in Height (Y) 175 mm 6.89 in Width (Z) 170 mm 6.69 in Mass 7,200 g 15.87 lb Electrical data Item Value... - Page 54 Specifications of the hydraulic jacks Dimensions and mass Item Specification (metric units) Specification (imperial units) Baseplate (A) Ø 180 - 230 mm Ø 7.09 - 9.06 in Total length (B) 330 - 630 mm 12.99 - 24.8 in Stroke (C) 310 - 483 mm 12.2 - 19.02 in Cylinder tube (D)
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