Auto-Trail F Series Owner's Manual

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William lewis

February 21, 2025

Is charger automatic

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Mr. Anderson

February 21, 2025

The Auto-Trail F Series charger is part of the combined power supply unit (PSU) and must be manually switched on after connecting the vehicle to the mains supply. Therefore, it is not fully automatic.

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Trevor' John 'Fraser

June 23, 2025

were is the battery located in the 2014 FB tracker L/Line

Col Havercroft

June 5, 2025

The habitation door is not opening with the key fob although the pop out step is still working. It opens ok manually with the key. I have checked all the fuses and they seem ok. Can you offer any assistance. Also the strip lights above the toilet mirror have failed. Are they easy to replace?

Paul Fewtrell

March 30, 2025

I have an F72, and store it in side. It is plugged in to 240v. The engine battery is very low voltage. Can I switch charging the leisure battery to charging the engine battery? Thanks

Summary of Contents for Auto-Trail F Series

Page 1 MOTORHOME F-LINE OWNER'S MANUAL...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ........KITCHEN APPLIANCES ..... PREPARING FOR THE ROAD ..WHALE HEATING ......... EXTERNAL FEATURES ....... WATER SERVICES ........ GAS SERVICES ........THETFORD TOILET....... ELECTRICAL SERVICES ....ELECTRICAL DROP-DOWN BED... ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM ....WINDOWS AND BLINDS ....
Page 3 WIND-OUT AWNING......CAMPSITE ETIQUETTE ...... VENTILATION ........ANNUAL CHECKLIST ......CENTRAL LOCKING ......WARRANTY ..........FIRE SAFETY .......... TECHNICAL INFORMATION ..GENERAL CARE ........WINTER CARE ........
Page 4: Any Questions
For total peace of mind, all Auto-Trail vehicles registered in the UK are supplied with a comprehensive warranty. Please ensure that your dealer has explained all aspects of the warranty terms and conditions, as well as necessary servicing requirements.
Page 5: Vehicle Modifications
In this instance, installed with the appliance/ also equipped with components Auto-Trail will not be held liable equipment manufacturer’s that are designed to operate in for any such failure and, as a instructions.
Page 6: Preparing For The Road
PREPARING FOR THE ROAD Loading your vehicle All models manufactured by Auto-Trail are of a well-balanced design. The most common causes of poor stability include: • Poor weight distribution inside the vehicle • Incorrect tyre pressure (see table below) Try to load heavy items as close to the floor as possible, between the axles and as evenly as possible side to side.
Page 7 These vary from country to country and and securely latched. are your responsibility to ensure you comply. Reversing Vehicle levelling for their vehicle. Auto-Trail will not accept responsibility for any Proficiency at reversing can only Levelling of the motorhome on accident caused by a driver's...
Page 8: External Features
PREPARING FOR THE ROAD Instructions on how to change a wheel • Ensure handbrake is fully applied and use wheel chocks if necessary to ensure the vehicle cannot move. • Remove the wheel trims (if fitted). Use the wheel-brace to slacken off wheel nuts on the wheel to be changed. •...
Page 9: Gas Services
This regulator provides a working gas pressure of 30mbar (1.5kg of gas per hour). All appliances installed by Auto-Trail are designed to work within this pressure range. Please ensure that any additional appliances not fitted by Auto-Trail are capable of working within this pressure.
Page 10: Flue Installation
Gas safety valves Gas flows from the cylinder, via a regulator, to a set of safety shut off valves that supply each individual appliance in the vehicle. The valves allow isolation of a single appliance without affecting the operation of any other equipment.
Page 11 Warning: Internal socket outlets should only be used be dedicated appliances. No appliance should be used outside the motorhome whilst connected to an internal socket. Please ensure that the gas system is only modified and maintained by competent persons. For more information visit www.auto-trail.co.uk...
Page 12: Electrical Services
PSU unit prior to using the vehicle for the first time. CONNECTING VEHICLE TO MAINS SUPPLY Your Auto-Trail vehicle is supplied with an orange mains hook-up cable that will connect your motorhome to a suitable power supply, via the mains hook-up point on the vehicle. •...
Page 13: Overseas Connections
Your Auto-Trail, however, is outlet at the site supply point. It is dangerous to fitted with a double pole circuit breaker.
Page 14: Leisure Battery
ELECTRICAL SERVICES Leisure battery CONNECTING AND Your vehicle is equipped with a rechargeable leisure battery that is located in a dedicated battery DISCONNECTING THE compartment within your vehicle. Locations of LEISURE BATTERY leisure batteries vary from model to model, so please familiarise yourself with your battery location before Please ensure that all cigarettes are using your vehicle for the first time.
Page 15 The adjacent LED will illuminate when the pump is on, and also the level of the water tank will be displayed on the screen. Select Button: Use this button to select options / items or to change settings. For more information visit www.auto-trail.co.uk...
Page 16: Entertainment System
ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM If you have the F-Line and Excel Drivers Pack, your vehicle is fitted with a dashboard mounted infotainment system that incorporates a radio, satellite navigation system and reversing camera. It allows for connectivity to your exisiting mobile devices. Smart television Tuning the television If you have selected this upgrade option, your...
Page 17: Kitchen Appliances
Please note: The grill pan supplied is multi-functional, for use with the oven or grill, and the handle design allows removal or insertion whilst the pan is in use. Always remove the handle when the pan is in use. For more information visit www.auto-trail.co.uk...
Page 18 KITCHEN APPLIANCES Thetford 330 triangular hob To turn on the hob, open the glass lid, push and turn the control knob anti-clockwise to the full rate position so the automatic burner ignition sparks and lights. Keep the control knob pressed for ten to fifteen seconds and then release it.
Page 19 For light on the on/off switch will go out and the safety reasons, it is not possible to ignite the flames refrigerator will turn off. within fifteen minutes after driving. For more information visit www.auto-trail.co.uk...
Page 20: Whale Heating
WHALE HEATING DESCRIPTION Gas heating button Whale air space heater Gas heating standby indicator The Whale air space heater is designer to provide heating to your motorhome. The Gas heating on heating system includes both an LPG burner and electric elements. You can use it with Frost protection mode (approx.
Page 21 Check the location of the water heater drain valve inside your vehicle OPEN POSITION and open it to fully drain the vehicle water system if it is not going to be used for more than three days, or if there is a risk of frost. For more information visit www.auto-trail.co.uk...
Page 22: Freshwater Tank
Freshwater tank Your vehicle has an on-board freshwater tank that allows you to carry fresh water with you on your journey. This tank supplies all of the water systems inside your vehicle, and the volume is 100ltr. Water is pumped from the on-board tank by a self-priming and cancelling automatic pump throughout the vehicle.
Page 23: Wastewater Tank
• Open the drain valve on the wastewater tank to ensure it is fully empty (only drain into a suitable container). • Open and leave all taps inside the vehicle. For more information visit www.auto-trail.co.uk...
Page 24: Thetford Toilet
THETFORD TOILET Thetford cassette toilet (C223) The toilet is made up of two parts: a permanently fixed toilet and a waste holding tank that is accessible from the outside of the vehicle. The removable waste holding tank is located under the toilet and can be removed via an access door on the outside of the motorhome.
Page 25: Emptying The Waste Tank
Please note: To prevent water damage to your motorhome, do not travel with a waste-holding tank that is more than 75% full. This may cause leakage through the venting system. Thetford green toilet additives are completely safe to empty into a septic tank or small biological systems on camping sites. For more information visit www.auto-trail.co.uk...
Page 26: Electrical Drop-Down Bed
ELECTRIC DROP-DOWN BED Powered bed mechanism Your motorhome may be fitted with an electrically powered bed. A touch button control panel allows the bed to move between different heights. The bed is operated from a small aluminium panel with security key and two buttons.
Page 27 For more information visit www.auto-trail.co.uk...
Page 28: Windows And Blinds
WINDOWS AND BLINDS Windows Condensation Your vehicle is fitted with side windows to provide It is a popular misconception that acrylic motorhome light and ventilation to your vehicle. The number of windows are vacuum sealed; this is not so. The windows fitted will depend on the particular model windows can, as with domestic glazing, be susceptible that you have chosen.
Page 29 Please ensure all skylights are fully closed and locked before driving your vehicle away. Please note: Do not leave pleated night blinds in the closed position if the vehicle is being left in storage for any extended period of time. For more information visit www.auto-trail.co.uk...
Page 30: Wind-Out Awning
WIND-OUT AWNING Your vehicle may be fitted with a wind out awning which, when extended, will provide a shaded area next to your motorhome. Winding out the awning • Place the winding handle into the socket on the left-hand side of the awning.
Page 31 For more information visit www.auto-trail.co.uk...
Page 32: Ventilation
VENTILATION Condensation Low level ventilation is provided via sure all areas are at least partially cut-out in the furniture. High level heated; condensation most often Condensation occurs when warm ventilation is provided by skylights occurs in unheated areas. To moist air meets a cold surface. located in the roof of your vehicle.
Page 33: Remote Key Fob
Pressing button A will lock all entrance doors and the LED will illuminate. Pressing button B will unlock all entrance doors and the LED will go out. For more information visit www.auto-trail.co.uk...
Page 34: Fire Safety
FIRE SAFETY In case of fire familiarise yourself with this before Under no circumstances should using your vehicle for the first time. a cooking appliance be used for Please read all warning notices inside Please refer to the instructions heating the vehicle. your motorhome advising you on printed on the extinguisher for fire prevention, ventilation and what...
Page 35: Smoke Detectors
If any of these will indicate that the battery is settings are found to be completely flat. incorrect or if the batteries have become low, the For more information visit www.auto-trail.co.uk...
Page 36: General Care
A good quality car wax may be applied which will make washing even easier in the future. Abrasive cleaning agents must never be used to clean the exterior of Auto-Trail vehicles. Within the first twelve months, cracks and blisters may appear in the surface of the moulded GRP components.
Page 37 General household cleaning products should not be used, as they may cause the plastic to go brittle and crack. Auto-Trail will not be held responsible for any replacement if it is suspected that this was the case. Cupboards It is advisable to lightly oil cupboard catches, sliding bolts and hinges from time to time.
Page 38: Winter Care
WINTER CARE Care should always be taken to ensure your motorhome is receiving the best attention, particularly prior to going into winter storage. The following tips will be helpful for the periods when it is not regularly used. This applies if you store it in a compound away from home, or on your own driveway.
Page 39 230v electrical services checked by a qualified person. The water system should be flushed through using sterilising solution prior to the first use. For more information visit www.auto-trail.co.uk...
Page 40: Campsite Etiquette
CAMPSITE ETIQUETTE Campsite arrival Noise pollution and showers with care and consideration, leaving them in Please show consideration by a tidy condition. Park as close to the reception area thinking how the noise you create • Young children should be as possible and report your arrival.
Page 41: Fire Precautions
Do not use any of your facilities treatment facility who will deal with it properly to such as cooking or washing in a way that minimise any environmental impact. may cause annoyance or inconvenience to those around you. For more information visit www.auto-trail.co.uk...
Page 42: Annual Checklist
ANNUAL CHECKLIST It makes good sense to check over your motorhome at least every year. If you tend not to use it much during the winter months, check it over before storing it. Any defect, repairs or adjustments can then be made without rushing. At the start of the new season, check and clean the motorhome inside and out, lubricate and top up any systems that may have been missed in the autumn and get ready to enjoy another year of fantastic trips away.
Page 43: Chassis Attachments
Check the condition and expiry date. If the date has secure. Make up the beds according to the manufacturer' s expired of the extinguisher is partly exhausted, replace. instructions and check for rigidity and safety. For more information visit www.auto-trail.co.uk...
Page 44 ANNUAL CHECKLIST GAS SYSTEMS Flame structure • Pilot flames: Should burn quietly and cleanly. Cylinders and regulators • Refrigerator: When the refrigerator gas control Check the compatibility of cylinders and regulators. is turned to maximum, the flame colour should Ensure that your regulator controls the gas to the be predominantly blue.
Page 45: Water System
Couplings and fluids Avoid confusion by making sure proper markings are used. Blue for fresh water and red for waste water. Check that the filler positions are correctly designated 'petrol', 'diesel' and 'water' as appropriate. For more information visit www.auto-trail.co.uk...
Page 46: Warranty
WARRANTY For total peace of mind, your Auto-Trail vehicle is covered by a comprehensive warranty on the base vehicle, the habitation compartment and the body integrity. For full terms and conditions, please visit the Auto-Trail website. FORD WARRANTY The Ford Transit base of your Auto-Trail motorhome is covered for one year by Ford Roadside.
Page 47: Technical Information
TECHNICAL INFORMATION For more information visit www.auto-trail.co.uk...
Page 48 TOLERANCES Mass in Running Order (MRO) The MRO is the mass of the empty vehicle including a 75kg allowance for the driver and the diesel tank 90% full. The MRO is calculated with the freshwater tank empty and the LPG gas tank full. Should you choose to travel with your freshwater tank full, the payload figure should be adjusted accordingly.
Page 49 20°C when the outside temperature is minus 15°C. Gas inputs Thetford duplex cooker: 3.20kW Thetford series 330 triangular hob: 4.50 kW Thetford 4142 refigerator: 0.420kW Whale HeatAir 5 GTE: 4.70 kW Whale Expanse water heater: 1.35kW For more information visit www.auto-trail.co.uk...
Page 50: Wiring Schematic
WIRING SCHEMATIC TOGETHER WE’RE GOING PLACES...
Page 51 For more information visit www.auto-trail.co.uk...
Page 52 WIRING SCHEMATIC TOGETHER WE’RE GOING PLACES...
Page 53 The following table shows the rating and circuit allocation for the three MCBs. FUSE RATING FUSE COLOUR DESCRIPTION 10 amps White 230V sockets/cooker Extra 230V sockets/heating system/combination 16 amps White (sockets), Yellow (heater) water heater 10 amps Black (fridge) Fridge/12V charger For more information visit www.auto-trail.co.uk...
Page 54 Tel: 01472 571 000 | Email: sales@auto-trail.co.uk | Web: www.auto-trail.co.uk Registered Office: Trigano House, Genesis Way, Europarc, Grimsby, North-East Lincolnshire, DN37 9TU Registered in England: 3533638 | VAT Registration: 706423457...

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