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Dear Customer,
We are pleased that you have chosen a motorhome from HYMER and would like to thank you for the trust
you have shown in our company.
This instruction manual is intended to help you get to know and use your new motorhome. It is essential
that you read and comply with the safety instructions in chapter 2.
Don't hesitate to contact our HYMER service centres if you have any questions. Their staffs are fully conver-
sant with your vehicle and will be pleased to help in any way they can. Our list of HYMER service centres in
Europe is updated regularly. You can obtain a copy of the latest edition from our customer service depart-
ment or from your HYMER dealer.
In addition to this instruction manual, you are also receiving from us
the service folder containing all information about the inspection intervals and the water ingress
tests,
the separate instruction manuals for the base vehicle and the various appliances.
We are sure that you will get a lot of enjoyment from your motorhome. Have a good trip!
You will also find HYMER GmbH & Co. KG on the Internet at: http://www.hymer.com.
Yours, HYMER GmbH & Co. KG
© HYMER GmbH & Co. KG Bad Waldsee
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Edition 12/18-2 englisch
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  • Page 1 Don't hesitate to contact our HYMER service centres if you have any questions. Their staffs are fully conver- sant with your vehicle and will be pleased to help in any way they can. Our list of HYMER service centres in Europe is updated regularly.
  • Page 2 Instruction manual B-MC - 12/18-2 - EHG-0016-01EN...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Introduction ....... 9 4.11 Attachable seat ........45         4.12 Additional seat ........46     General ..........10     4.13 Seating arrangement ......47     Environmental tips ........ 10     4.14 Electrical window winder ......
  • Page 4 ........... 80   8.3.7 Installation of AC converter ....119     Multifunctional sideboard ...... 81     HYMER Smart Battery System ..119     Tables ........... 81     8.4.1 Display panel ........121    ...
  • Page 5 Contents Cooker ..........161 11.7 Skylight with fan........197         9.5.1 Gas cooker ......... 162 11.8 Winter care ......... 198         9.5.2 Cooker with gas grill and gas oven ..164 11.9 Lay-up ..........198  ...
  • Page 6 Contents Troubleshooting ....225 14.11 Water supply ........234         14.12 Body ........... 236     14.1 Braking system ........225     14.2 Air suspension ........225     Special equipment ....237     14.3 Skylight ..........
  • Page 7 Checklist before first journey of the vehicle Checklist before first journey of the vehicle Observe the following instructions before first journey of the vehicle:  Re-tighten the wheel nuts/wheel bolts after 50 km (30 miles).  Read the instruction manual to avoid personal and material dam- age.
  • Page 8 Checklist before first journey of the vehicle B-MC - 12/18-2 - EHG-0016-01EN...

  • Page 9: Introduction 1

    Introduction 1 Introduction Please read this instruction manual completely before using the vehicle for the first time! Always keep this instruction manual in the vehicle. Also inform all other us- ers of the safety regulations.  The non-observance of this symbol can lead to personal injury. The non-observance of this symbol can lead to damage being caused ...

  • Page 10: General

    1 Introduction General The vehicle is constructed in accordance with the latest technology and the recognised safety regulations. Nevertheless, personal injury may result and the vehicle may be damaged if the safety instructions in this instruction man- ual are not followed. Before using the vehicle for the first time, equip it with the legally prescribed equipment (e.g.
  • Page 11 Introduction 1 Use an environmentally-friendly WC chemical agent for the WC which  can also be biologically degraded and only use small doses. When staying in towns and communities for long periods, search for  parking areas which are specially reserved for motorhomes. Enquire at the town or community authority about parking spaces.
  • Page 12 1 Introduction B-MC - 12/18-2 - EHG-0016-01EN...

  • Page 13: Safety 2

    Safety 2 Safety Chapter overview This chapter contains important safety instructions. The safety instructions are for the protection of persons and property. Fire prevention 2.1.1 Avoidance of fire risks  Never leave children in the vehicle unattended.  Keep flammable materials clear of heating and cooking appliances. ...

  • Page 14: General

    2 Safety General  Do not fix any objects to the double floor of the vehicle. Do not drill any holes into the double floor nor perform any other interventions. Such activities change the statics of the vehicle and may endanger its safety.

  • Page 15: Road Safety

    Safety 2 Road safety  Before commencing the journey, carry out a functional check of indi- cating and lighting equipment, the steering and the brakes.  If the vehicle has been stationary for a long period (approx. 10 months) have the braking and gas systems checked by an author- ised specialist workshop.

  • Page 16: Towing

    2 Safety Before commencing the journey, distribute the payload evenly within the  vehicle (see chapter 3). When loading the vehicle and when taking a rest from driving, in order to  load luggage or food, for example, observe the maximum permissible gross weight and axle loads (refer to vehicle documents).
  • Page 17 Safety 2  Only have the gas system maintained, repaired or altered by an au- thorised specialist workshop.  Have the gas system checked by an authorised specialist workshop according to the national regulations before commissioning. This also applies for not registered vehicles. For modifications to the gas sys- tem have the gas system immediately checked by an authorised spe- cialist workshop.

  • Page 18: Gas Bottles

    2 Safety  The exhaust gas pipe must be fitted tightly to the heating system and to the vent and must be sealed. The exhaust gas pipe must not show any evidence of damage.  Exhaust fumes must be able to escape into the atmosphere unhin- dered and fresh air must be able to enter unhindered.

  • Page 19: Electrical System

    Safety 2 Electrical system  Only allow qualified personnel to work on the electrical system.  Prior to carrying out work on the electrical system, switch off all de- vices and lights, disconnect the battery and disconnect the vehicle from the mains. ...
  • Page 20 2 Safety B-MC - 12/18-2 - EHG-0016-01EN...

  • Page 21: Before The Journey 3

    Before the journey 3 Before the journey Chapter overview This chapter contains important information which has to be noted before commencing your journey or carrying out any tasks before the journey. At the end of the chapter there is a checklist which once again summarises the most important points.

  • Page 22: Terms

    3 Before the journey 3.2.1 Terms Technically speaking, the term "mass" has now replaced the term  "weight". However, "weight" is still the term more frequent in common use. For better understanding, "mass" is therefore only used in the fol- lowing sections for fixed formulations.
  • Page 23 Before the journey 3 Payload The payload is made up as follows: Conventional load  Additional equipment  Personal equipment  The vehicle's payload can be increased by reducing the actual weight.  To do this, it is allowed for example to empty the fluid containers or to re- move the gas bottles.

  • Page 24: Calculating The Payload

    3 Before the journey For the personal equipment, according to the applicable regulations, the manufacturer must use a minimum weight that is determined according to the following formula: Formula Minimum weight M (kg) = 10 x N + 10 x L Explanation N = maximum number of people including the driver, as stated by the manu- facturer...

  • Page 25: Loading The Vehicle Correctly

    Before the journey 3 The individual values give the current axle loads. These are important for the correct loading of the vehicle (see section 3.2.3). The sum of these val- ues is the current weight of the vehicle. The actual payload is the difference between the maximum permissible gross weight in laden condition and the weighed vehicle weight.
  • Page 26 3 Before the journey Two simple formulas are needed to calculate the effect of the weight of the load on the axles: Formulas A x G : R = weight on the rear axle Weight on the rear axle – G = weight on the front axle Explanation = distance between storage space and front axle in cm = weight of the load in the storage space in kg...

  • Page 27: Roof Load

    Before the journey 3 3.2.4 Roof load  Only climb on to the roof if a roof rail or step has been fitted. Always use the ladder at the rear to climb onto the roof.  Take care when stepping onto the ladder. There is danger of slipping when the ladder is moist or icy.

  • Page 28: Rear Garage/Rear Storage Space

    3 Before the journey Rear ladder Fig. 2 Lock (rear ladder) Folding downwards: Insert the key into the locking cylinder (Fig. 2,2) of the rear ladder lock  (Fig. 2,1) and turn it a quarter turn until the key is in a vertical position. Hold the foldable part of the rear ladder (Fig.

  • Page 29: Bike Rack

    Before the journey 3 Use the supporting system offered by your dealer if two-wheelers are  transported in the rear garage. Do not drill into the vehicle floor. Do not screw any screws into the vehi-  cle floor. Clamping eyelet Clamping rail Fig.

  • Page 30: Towing

    3 Before the journey  Check the secure attachment of the bicycles on the bike rack after the first 10 km and then at each break in the journey.  Do not use the bike rack as luggage rack or ladder. The identification plate and rear lights must not be covered.

  • Page 31: Caravan Coupling

    Before the journey 3 Caravan coupling  When mounting a caravan coupling, see the vehicle documents for in- formation on maximum nose weight and caravan load.  Retighten the caravan coupling fixing screws after 1000 operating hours. The bike rack and caravan coupling may not be used simultaneously. ...

  • Page 32: Entrance Step

    3 Before the journey 3.5.1 Entrance step The electrically operated entrance step makes it easier to enter and exit the vehicle through the conversion door. Depending on the model, the switch panel with the rocker switches is in- stalled either in the dashboard or on the side, in the driver's door. Fig.

  • Page 33: Multimedia System (Mercedes)

    Before the journey 3 Fig. 9 Rocker switch (windscreen heater) Switching on: Press the bottom half of the rocker switch (Fig. 9). The red LED of the  rocker switch is lit. To protect the battery, the windscreen heater switches off automatically ...

  • Page 34: Sink Cover

    3 Before the journey Sink cover  If the sink cover is fixedly attached: close sink cover.  If the sink cover can be removed: remove sink cover from the sink and store it securely. 3.10 Gas regulator  Operating gas-operated appliances during the journey is permitted only if the gas system has the relevant equipment.

  • Page 35: Road Safety

    Before the journey 3 Observe the fitting instructions issued by the manufacturer of the snow  chains. Do not fit snow chains on alloy wheel rims.  The use of snow chains is subject to the legal regulations of the individual countries.
  • Page 36 3 Before the journey Checks Checked Housing body, inside Windows and skylights closed and locked Television secured Television antenna retracted (if one is built in) Loose parts stored away or fixed in position Open storage spaces empty Loose sink cover (if present) stored securely Refrigerator door secured Refrigerator set to 12 V operation All drawers and flaps closed...

  • Page 37: During The Journey 4

    During the journey 4 During the journey Chapter overview This chapter contains instructions on how to drive the motorhome. Driving the motorhome  The base vehicle is a commercial vehicle (small truck). Adjust your driving technique accordingly.  Before commencing the journey and after short interruptions of the journey, ensure that the entrance step is completely retracted.

  • Page 38: Driving Speed

    4 During the journey Only use the button for the call for breakdown assistance in the event of  technical problems with the base vehicle. Any questions on the super- structure of the vehicle cannot be answered. Depending on the model, the button for the call for breakdown assistance is installed either in the centre console or in the roof operating unit.

  • Page 39: Air Suspension

    During the journey 4 Air suspension  Make sure that no persons are staying underneath the vehicle or be- tween the wheels when the vehicle is lowered. Do not overload the vehicle (do not exceed the axle load nor the permis- ...

  • Page 40: Brakes

    4 During the journey Brakes  Have defects on the braking system immediately remedied by an au- thorised specialist workshop. Before each journey Before each journey, check by means of a braking test: Do the brakes function?  Do the brakes react evenly? ...

  • Page 41: Child Restraint Systems

    During the journey 4 Child restraint systems  When travelling, secure children under 13 years of age that are smaller than 150 cm, with a suitable and officially approved child re- straint system.  Fasten the childrens' seat belts before commencing the journey and make sure that their seat belts are kept fastened during the journey.
  • Page 42 4 During the journey Only one child seat is allowed next to the window on the L-shaped bench (Fig. 17). The back cushion on the side wall must be removed when a child seat is fitted. If the table is a fixed table, move the table top towards the cen- tre of the vehicle and lock it.

  • Page 43: Driver's Seat And Front Passenger's Seat

    During the journey 4 Driver's seat and front passenger's seat  Before commencing the journey, rotate all swivel seats in the direction of travel and lock in position.  The seats must remain fixed in position during the journey and are not to be rotated.

  • Page 44: Seat Heater

    4 During the journey Adjusting the armrest The height of the armrests can be continuously adjusted. For more convenient handling, first move the armrest slightly upward.  Turn the knurled wheel (Fig. 18,1) for fine adjustments. The armrest in-  clines upwards or downwards, depending on the rotation direction.

  • Page 45: Attachable Seat

    During the journey 4 Removing the headrest: Press the release button (Fig. 20,3).  Pull the headrest out upwards.  Fitting the headrest: Plug the holding rod (Fig. 20,1) into the guide (Fig. 20,2).  Push the headrest downward until it reaches the desired locking ...

  • Page 46: Additional Seat

    4 During the journey Fig. 25 Secure the attachable seat Fig. 26 Attachable seat (unfolded) with the seatbelt lock Secure the retaining belt (Fig. 25,3) on the rear of the seat in the seat-  belt lock (Fig. 25,2) on the back of the front passenger's seat (Fig. 25,1). Fold down the seat (Fig.

  • Page 47: Seating Arrangement

    During the journey 4 Fig. 29 Folding out the additional seat 3 Removing additional seat: Lift seat.  Release four star knob screws.  Release bars from the four slotted holes.  Take seat out.  To install the additional seat, proceed analogously in inverted order. 4.13 Seating arrangement ...

  • Page 48: Electrically Adjustable And Heatable External Mirrors

    4 During the journey 4.15 Electrically adjustable and heatable external mirrors The main mirror of the two-part external mirror is electrically adjustable  and heatable. Depending on the model, the vehicle is equipped with two electrically adjust- able and heated external mirrors. The switches for external mirror adjust- ment and the mirror heater are installed in the driver's door.

  • Page 49: Rear View Camera / Waste Water Tank Camera

    During the journey 4 4.18 Rear view camera / waste water tank camera The vehicle is equipped with several cameras. Depending on the equipment, the image of the cameras is fed into the multimedia/navigation system and displayed on the existing display or on an external screen. A camera module is installed in the upper part of the vehicle's rear.

  • Page 50: Bonnet

    4 During the journey Switching on rear view Switch rocker switch (Fig. 34) to the central position. When driving for-  mirror camera: ward, the display will show the long-distance area behind the vehicle. When reversing, the immediate area behind the vehicle will be displayed automatically.

  • Page 51: Filling With Windscreen Washer Fluid

    During the journey 4 4.20 Filling with windscreen washer fluid Fig. 38 Filler neck (washer fluid con- tainer) Unlock and open the bonnet.  Remove the lid (Fig. 38,1) from the filler neck of the washer fluid con-  tainer. Slowly fill in washer fluid.

  • Page 52: Refuelling

    4 During the journey 4.22 Refuelling  All gas-operated devices must be switched off for refuelling (heater, cooker, oven, grill, refrigerator - depending on the equipment). Danger of explosion!  The cap for the fuel filler neck and for the drinking water filler neck are very similar.

  • Page 53: Towing

    During the journey 4 4.24 Towing  To prevent any damages on the vehicle due to inadequate towing, ob- serve the instructions in the operating manual of the base vehicle be- fore towing.  If the ignition key cannot be turned in the ignition lock, do not tow the vehicle.
  • Page 54 4 During the journey B-MC - 12/18-2 - EHG-0016-01EN...

  • Page 55: Pitching The Motorcaravan 5

    Pitching the Motorcaravan 5 Pitching the Motorcaravan Chapter overview This chapter contains instructions on how to pitch the vehicle. Handbrake Firmly apply the handbrake when parking the vehicle. Entrance step In order to exit the vehicle, first fully extend the entrance step. If the en- trance step is extended while the engine is still running, a warning tone will sound.

  • Page 56: Supports

    5 Pitching the Motorcaravan It is only possible to switch on the rear area lighting when the vehicle en-  gine is shut off. If the rear area lighting is switched on and you start the vehicle engine, the LEDs will go out. When shutting the vehicle engine off, the rear area lighting will switch on again (if the lower part of the rear area lighting rocker switch is pressed).

  • Page 57: Hydraulic Steady Legs

    Pitching the Motorcaravan 5 Fig. 44 Steady leg Extending: Place the socket spanner on the hexagon nut (Fig. 44,1) and rotate until  the steady leg is in a perpendicular downward position. Remove the splint (Fig. 44,4) out of the support foot extension ...
  • Page 58 5 Pitching the Motorcaravan Before using the hydraulic steady legs, secure the vehicle to prevent un-  wanted movements. When the ground is soft, place a pad or block under the supports in or-  der to prevent the vehicle from sinking into the ground. If one of the steady legs is not on the ground following automatic align- ...
  • Page 59 Pitching the Motorcaravan 5 Changing mode: Press the "On/Off/Mode" button (Fig. 45,6) briefly. The mode changes  between Manual and Automatic. The corresponding LED (Fig. 45,1 or Fig. 45,9) lights up. Stopping every movement: Press any button.  Extending the steady legs Switch on ignition.

  • Page 60: Connection

    5 Pitching the Motorcaravan Emergency release  The vehicle can be lowered unexpectedly when the support valve is opened. Do not go under the vehicle. Keep your hands away from the crushing zone. The steady legs can be retracted manually if there is an electrical failure. ...

  • Page 61: Awning

    Pitching the Motorcaravan 5 5.10 Awning When the support legs are not positioned, extend the awning a maxi-  mum of 1 m. Retract the awning in strong wind, rain or snow.  In the case of light rain, shorten one of the support legs so that water ...
  • Page 62 5 Pitching the Motorcaravan Release the locks (Fig. 48,3) of the support legs. In order to do this, fold  the catch lever downwards. Pull lower part of the support legs out to the desired length (Fig. 48,B).  Position the support legs. ...

  • Page 63: Living 6

    Living 6 Living Chapter overview This chapter contains instructions about living in the vehicle. Doors  Only drive with locked doors. Locking the doors can prevent them from opening of their own accord,  e.g. during an accident. Locked doors also prevent forced entry, e.g. when waiting at traffic ...

  • Page 64: Conversion Door, Outside

    6 Living 6.1.2 Conversion door, outside Fig. 51 Door lock (conversion door, outside) Opening: Insert the key in the locking cylinder (Fig. 51,1) and turn it in a clockwise  direction until the door lock is unlatched. Return the key to the central position and remove it. ...

  • Page 65: Driver's Door, Conversion Door, Outside

    Living 6 6.1.4 Driver's door, conversion door, outside Fig. 53 Door lock (driver's door/con- version door, outside) Opening: Insert the key into locking cylinder (Fig. 53,2) and turn until the door lock  is unlatched. Return the key to the central position and remove it. ...

  • Page 66: Garage Door With Central Locking System

    6 Living 6.1.6 Garage door with central locking system Fig. 55 Door lock (garage door) Opening: Put the key in the locking cylinder (Fig. 55,2) and turn in a clockwise di-  rection. The central locking system is unlocked. Turn the lock handle (Fig. 55,1) through half a rotation in a clockwise ...

  • Page 67: Insect Screen On The Conversion Door, Extendable

    Living 6 6.1.7 Insect screen on the conversion door, extendable Open the insect screen completely before closing the conversion door.  Hold holding bar with both hands when closing or opening. This reduces  the risk of the insect screen getting stuck in the guides (Fig. 58,1). Do not push into the mesh area when opening or closing the insect ...

  • Page 68: Flap Lock, Elliptical-Shaped

    6 Living 6.2.1 Flap lock, elliptical-shaped During rain, water can penetrate the opened flap lock. Therefore close  the lock handle. Fig. 59 Flap lock (elliptical-shaped, closed) Opening: Insert key into locking cylinder (Fig. 59,1) and turn one half turn in an ...

  • Page 69: Windows

    Living 6 Condensation Ensure that there is a continuous exchange of air by providing frequent and efficient ventilation. This is the only method for ensuring that condensation and resulting mould is not formed during cool weather. During the colder season, a pleasant living climate is created if heating output, air distribution and ventilation are synchronised.

  • Page 70: Front Passenger's Window

    6 Living 6.4.1 Front passenger's window Fig. 60 Front passenger's window Opening: Unfold the handle (Fig. 60,1).  Push or pull forward the window section into the required position.  Closing: Close the window as far as possible and let the handle lock in place. ...
  • Page 71 Living 6 Closing: Open the hinged window as wide as is necessary to release the lock.  Close the hinged window.  Press the safety knob (Fig. 61,1) and keep it pressed.  Turn the catch lever (Fig. 61,2) a quarter turn towards the window ...

  • Page 72: Sunroof With Rotary Hinges

    6 Living 6.4.3 Sunroof with rotary hinges When opening the sunroof, ensure that there are no torsional forces.  Open and close the sunroof evenly. Fig. 64 Catch lever ("closed" posi- Fig. 65 Rotary hinge (sunroof) tion) Opening: Turn all catch levers (Fig. 64,3) a quarter turn towards the centre of the ...

  • Page 73: Roman Shade And Insect Screen

    Living 6 To place the sunroof into the "continuous ventilation" position: Turn all catch levers (Fig. 66,3) a quarter turn towards the centre of the  window. Slightly open the sunroof outwards.  Return all catch levers to their initial position. The locking catch ...

  • Page 74: Roman Shades For Driver's Window And Front Passenger's Window

    6 Living 6.4.5 Roman shades for driver's window and front passenger's window Release the retaining strap for the Roman shade. Closing:  Close the Roman shade carefully until the magnet catch keeps the Ro-  man shades closed. Opening: Pull or push back the Roman shades carefully. ...

  • Page 75: Hinged Skylight

    Living 6 If the blind or the Roman shade is completely closed, exposure to direct  sunlight can cause heat to accumulate between the blind/the Roman shade and the skylight. The skylight could be damaged. For that reason, close the blind/Roman shade only 2/3 of the way in direct sunlight. Open the skylight slightly or move it to ventilation position.
  • Page 76 6 Living Fig. 72 Lock (ventilation position) Locking in the ventilation Grip lever and pull hinged skylight downwards.  position: Turn the lever (Fig. 72,1) one quarter turn. The lock (Fig. 72,2) must  slide into the top recess (Fig. 72,3). If it rains and the hinged skylight is in ventilation position, that could lead ...

  • Page 77: Wind-Up Skylight

    Living 6 6.5.2 Wind-up skylight Fig. 73 Wind-up skylight Fig. 74 Hand crank The wind-up skylight can be opened using the hand crank. The hand crank is folded out (Fig. 74,2) for opening and closing. The hand crank is folded in (Fig.

  • Page 78: Skylight With Fan

    6 Living 6.5.3 Skylight with fan  Do not switch on the fan without a fly screen. Do not put your hands or fingers into the fan while it is running. Switch off the power supply be- fore cleaning work. A 4 A fuse (Fig.

  • Page 79: Rotating Seats

    Living 6 If necessary, carefully replace the fuse. The type and the rated power of  the new fuse must coincide with those of the original fuse. Insert the cover with the fuse.  Tighten the cover by turning it a quarter of a turn in a clockwise direc- ...

  • Page 80: Storage Compartment In Double Floor

    6 Living Do not store wet clothes in cabinets or storage spaces.  While storing the load, take into account how accessible the different ob-  jects should be, and how often they are used. In the vehicle, there are the following possibilities for storage: Double floor area (interior and exterior access) ...

  • Page 81: Multifunctional Sideboard

    Living 6 Closing: Insert the cover (Fig. 78,2) in the frame on the floor.  Swivel handle downwards.  Multifunctional sideboard Secure pull-out (Fig. 79,4) with lock (Fig. 79,5) against unintentional run-  ning in or out. The maximum permitted pull-out (Fig. 79,4) load is 80 kg. ...
  • Page 82 6 Living Fig. 80 Lift-off table with release button Shifting the table top: Pull or press down the catch lever (Fig. 80,2).  Push the table top to the desired position.  Press the catch lever (Fig. 80,2) upwards.  Adjusting the table height: Press the release button (Fig.

  • Page 83: Suspension Table With Separable Support Leg

    Living 6 Rotating the table top: Rotate table top to the desired position. In order to do this, you need a  little effort, because the table top rotates against the friction resistance on the pillar table leg (Fig. 82). 6.9.3 Suspension table with separable support leg The maximum permissible load on the swung-out table-top extension is...

  • Page 84: Tv Unit

    For version with HYMER Smart Multimedia system:  When a television is used in conjunction with the special feature "HYMER Smart Multimedia system", the television must have the follow- ing data in order to guarantee faultless operation: ̶ TV power consumption in stand-by mode < 0.5 W ̶...
  • Page 85 Living 6 Flat screen, integrable The flat screen is secured on the side by a guide rail (Fig. 86,1). Fig. 86 Flat screen Positioning the flat screen: Press the release button (Fig. 86,2).  Pull flat screen out of the guide rail (Fig. 86,1), into the desired position. ...

  • Page 86: Satellite Unit With Automatic Antenna Alignment

    6 Living Flat screen, movable The flat screen can be shifted upwards and downwards or sideways. Fig. 88 Flat screen Adjusting height of flat Pull and hold handle (Fig. 88,1). The flat screen is unlocked.  screen: Push flat screen upward or downward into the desired position. ...
  • Page 87 Living 6 The satellite antenna will automatically be aligned with a pre adjusted satel- lite if the receiver system is within the reach of this satellite. The operation of the satellite unit is not possible while the ignition is switched on. Lighted display OK Button Next/Back buttons...

  • Page 88: Lighting

    6 Living 6.11 Lighting 6.11.1 Lamps in driver's cabin The lamps for the driver's cabin are installed on the bottom side of the pull- down bed. Reading lamp Interior lamp Fig. 90 Lamps (driver's cabin) The interior lamp (Fig. 90,2) will switch on automatically when unlocking or opening a door of the vehicle.

  • Page 89: Beds

    Living 6 6.12 Beds 6.12.1 Pull-down bed, mechanically operated  The maximum permitted pull-down bed load is 200 kg.  The pull-down bed is not to be used for the storage of luggage. When the bed is not being used, only place the bed linen (max. 8 kg) which is required for two persons in it.

  • Page 90: Rear Bed (If A Flat Screen Is Fitted (Special Equipment))

    6 Living Safety net The safety net and the retaining belts are located underneath the mattress in the pull-down bed. Only use the safety net if persons are already in the pull- down bed. Setting up: Attach the retaining belts (Fig. 93,2) to the hooks (Fig. 93,1) on the ceil- ...

  • Page 91: Pull-Down Bed, Electrically Operated

    Living 6 6.12.3 Pull-down bed, electrically operated  Before setting off, move the pull-down bed into the top end position.  The maximum permitted pull-down bed load is 200 kg.  Do not reach into the area between the bed and the side wall when lowering or raising.
  • Page 92 6 Living Lowering the pull-down Removing any obstacles in the area into which the pull-down bed ex-  bed: tends: Push the seats forwards and rotate; remove or fold cushions if necessary. Pull all device plugs out of the socket strips. Switch off the lamps underneath the pull-down bed.

  • Page 93: Queen Size Bed In The Rear, Mechanically Height-Adjustable

    Living 6 Emergency operation If it is no longer possible to move the pull-down bed electrically, first check the fuse 25 A for the motor (on the transformer/rectifier) and the fuse 2 A for the control (F3, next to the transformer/rectifier). If the fuses are okay, but it is still not possible to move the pull-down bed, the pull-down bed can be op- erated manually with a crank.

  • Page 94: Protective Panel / Fall Out Protection

    6 Living Hinged panel When the bed has been lifted to the uppermost position, a hinged panel al- lows the use of the rear garage. Fig. 101 Panel (closed) Fig. 102 Panel (open) Opening panel: Press locking device (Fig. 101,2) and fold panel (Fig. 101,1) upwards. ...

  • Page 95: Width Extension Of Rear Bed

    Living 6 6.12.6 Width extension of rear bed The maximum permitted long shelf (Fig. 106,2) load is 80 kg.  Only use the long shelf (Fig. 106,2) when the additional cushion is put  The two single beds in the rear can be converted into a combined lying sur- face.

  • Page 96: Lying Surface Extension Of Rear Single Bed

    6 Living Fig. 109 Access ladder (folded out) Fold stiles (Fig. 109,1) fully out and set down on the floor.  Depending on the equipment, there will be a safety net present. If there  is a safety net, it must be used. 6.12.7 Lying surface extension of rear single bed The lying surface of the single bed on the right can be extended.

  • Page 97: Conversion Of L-Seating Group And Individual Seat Into Additional Bed

    Living 6 Conversion of L-seating group and individual seat 6.12.8 into additional bed Do not place a load onto the lowered table top until the cushions have  been laid correctly on the table top. Otherwise the table could be dama- ged.

  • Page 98: Conversion Of Divan And Individual Seat Into Additional Bed

    6 Living 6.12.9 Conversion of divan and individual seat into additional bed Do not place a load onto the converted table top until the cushions have  been laid correctly on the table top. Otherwise the table could be dama- ged.

  • Page 99: Gas System 7

    Gas system 7 Gas system Chapter overview This chapter contains instructions regarding the gas system of the vehicle. The operation of the gas operation appliances of the vehicle is described in chapter 9. General instructions  The operator of the gas system is responsible for the performance of recurring inspections and for complying with the maintenance inter- vals.

  • Page 100: Gas Bottles

    7 Gas system  If there are several gas devices, each gas device must have its own gas isolator tap. If individual gas devices are not in use, close the re- spective gas isolator tap.  Ignition safety valves must close within 1 minute after the gas flame has extinguished.

  • Page 101: Gas Isolator Taps

    Gas system 7  Only use special gas pressure regulators with a safety valve designed for vehicle use. Other gas pressure regulators are not permitted and cannot meet the demanding requirements.  Use the gas pressure regulator defroster if the temperature falls below 5 °C.

  • Page 102: External Gas Connection

    7 Gas system Gas isolator tap open Gas isolator tap closed Gas pipe Pipe to the gas device Fig. 116 Gas isolator taps position (example) Opening: Position the gas isolator tap of the corresponding gas device parallel  (Fig. 116,1) to the pipe (Fig. 116,4) leading to the gas device. Position the gas isolator tap of the corresponding gas device transverse Closing: ...

  • Page 103: Gas Bottle Compartment Pull-Out

    Gas system 7 Fig. 117 External gas connection (gas isolator tap closed) The external gas connection is located at the rear or to the left or right of the vehicle depending on the model. Connect the external gas device to the connection point (Fig. 117,1). ...

  • Page 104: Gas Bottle Compartment

    7 Gas system Fig. 120 Gas bottle compartment pull-out in changing position Pushing in the gas bottle Pull the knob (Fig. 120,1) upwards. The gas bottle compartment pull-out  compartment: is unlocked. Push the gas bottle compartment pull-out inwards until the knob en- ...
  • Page 105 Gas system 7 DuoControl CS is a safety gas pressure regulating system with automatic switching for a two-bottle gas system and with crash sensor. The DuoCon- trol regulating system automatically switches the gas supply from the pri- mary bottle to the reserve bottle as soon as the primary bottle is either empty or no longer ready for operation.
  • Page 106 7 Gas system Defroster The DuoControl regulating system can be heated (defroster). If winter oper- ation is set at the operating unit, the DuoControl regulating system will be heated automatically. Thus, faults of the gas system due to frost in winter are prevented.

  • Page 107: Gas Filter

    Gas system 7 If the green indicator lamp (Fig. 124,6) goes out during operation and the red indicator lamp (Fig. 124,5) lights up, the primary bottle is empty and must be changed. The red marking is shown in the inspection window (Fig.

  • Page 108: Changing Gas Bottles

    7 Gas system Changing gas bottles  When changing gas bottles, do not smoke or create any open fire.  When you have changed the gas bottle, check whether gas escapes at the connection points and unions. Use a leakage search spray to spray the relevant connection point or union.

  • Page 109: Electrical System 8

    Electrical system 8 Electrical system Chapter overview This chapter contains instructions regarding the electrical system of the ve- hicle. The operation of the electrical appliances of the housing body is described in chapter 9. General safety instructions  Only allow qualified personnel to work on the electrical system. ...

  • Page 110: Power Supply

    8 Electrical system Total discharge Total discharge of the battery is imminent, if a battery is completely dis- charged by an active appliance and by closed circuit current and the off-load voltage falls below 12 V. Total discharge damages the battery. ...

  • Page 111: Radio Power Supply Selector Switch

    Electrical system 8 12 V socket Appliances with a power consumption of up to 10 A (equivalent to a power of 120 W) can be connected to the 12 V sockets (Fig. 127,2). Suitable cables and adapters are available in the accessories shop. ...
  • Page 112 8 Electrical system Fig. 129 Rocker button (Bluetooth connection) Connecting mobile device Press upper part of rocker button (Fig. 129) and hold approximately  (pairing): 2 seconds until the LED in the rocker button is flashing. Connect the mobile device within 60 seconds (refer to the instruction ...

  • Page 113: Starter Battery

    Electrical system 8 8.3.4 Starter battery The starter battery serves for starting the engine and supplies the electrical appliances of the base vehicle as well as optional devices such as the radio, navigation system or central locking system with voltage. Position The starter battery is installed in the double floor and is accessible via a floor trap in the living area.

  • Page 114: Living Area Battery

    Living area battery The living area battery consists of one or more lead-fleece batteries (herein- after called lead batteries) and - provided a HYMER Smart Battery System is installed - one or two HY-Tec lithium batteries 135 (hereinafter called lith- ium batteries).
  • Page 115 Observe the separate instruction manual for the charger. Lower-capacity batteries will generate a great deal of heat when they are charged. Danger of explosion! If a HYMER Smart Battery System is installed, the lead batteries in-  stalled must have a minimum capacity of 95 Ah.
  • Page 116 8 Electrical system Depending on the model and the equipment, up to two auxiliary batteries  may be connected to the lead battery. Lead batteries are maintenance-free. Maintenance-free means:  It is not necessary to check the acid level. It is not necessary to lubricate the battery poles. It is not necessary to refill the distilled water.

  • Page 117: Energy Balance Of The Living Area Battery

    Electrical system 8 This section contains instructions on the storage of the living area battery. Storage Store the disconnected battery in a cool and dry place.  In the case of a disconnected, fully charged gel battery it may suffice to ...
  • Page 118 8 Electrical system Example: The television (power consumption 36 W) with satellite unit (power con- sumption 36 W) is in operation every day for 2 hours. Convert the power data into the required capacity in accordance with the  following formulas: Power consumption [W] : 12 V = Current [A] Current [A] x Operating time [h] = Capacity [Ah] 36 W + 36 W = 72 W...

  • Page 119: Installation Of Ac Converter

    HYMER Smart Battery System The HYMER Smart Battery System consists of one or more lead-fleece bat- teries (hereinafter called lead batteries) and one or two HY-Tec lithium bat- teries 135 (hereinafter called lithium batteries). Both are living area batteries.
  • Page 120 8 Electrical system Integrated discharge The integrated intelligent discharge management ensures that, while dis- management charging, the current is first drawn from the lithium battery and only then from the lead battery. When the lithium battery is providing the current, the lead battery serves as backup storage.

  • Page 121: Display Panel

    The display panel is designed such that it is energy saving. A complete shut- Switching on/off down is not necessary. The basic settings implemented by HYMER are preserved in case of power supply failure. Display backlight When pressing one of the panel buttons, the display backlight is switched on automatically.

  • Page 122: Transformer/Rectifier (Ebl 30)

    8 Electrical system Display of battery voltage in volts Display of state of charge (SoC) Fig. 132 Display panel (display of bat- tery voltage) Displaying battery voltage The battery voltage is displayed in volts (Fig. 132,1). The bar chart conti- nues to show the SoC (Fig.
  • Page 123 Electrical system 8 Fig. 133 Transformer/rectifier (EBL 30) Block 6: Solar charge regulator (if fitted) Block 1: Refrigerator Block 2: Refrigerator power supply D+, battery sensor/control lines Block 4: Heating, basic light (lighting in the entrance area), entrance step Block 3: Panel Block 5: Spare 2, sockets, basic light Block 7: Auxiliary charging unit Block 8: Appliances, TV, water pump, spare 1, multimedia, sockets...

  • Page 124: Battery Cut-Off Switch

    8 Electrical system 8.5.1 Battery cut-off switch The battery cut-off switch switches off all the appliances in the living area, even inactive ones. Even appliances such as the entrance step, basic light- ing or the refrigerator will stop working. This prevents the living area battery from slowly discharging if the vehicle is not used for a longer period of time (e.g.

  • Page 125: Retrofitting Additional 12 V Appliances

    Electrical system 8 If the vehicle is connected to the 230 V power supply via the CEE socket outlet, the living area battery and the starter battery are charged by the charger module on the transformer/rectifier. The starter battery is only charged with a float charge.

  • Page 126: Switching The 12 V Power Supply On/Off

    The panel shows the battery voltage of the entire battery system. If the  vehicle has a HYMER Smart Battery System (special equipment), a fur- ther display panel is installed. You can read the exact voltage values on this additional display panel.

  • Page 127: Displaying The Tank Level

    Electrical system 8 The following tables will help you to correctly interpret the battery voltage display. Battery voltage Mobile operation Battery operation Power operation (values during (vehicle moving, (vehicle station- (vehicle station- operation) no 230 V connec- ary, no 230 V con- ary, 230 V con- tion) nection)

  • Page 128: Alarms

    8 Electrical system Displays: Turn the rotary knob (Fig. 134,5) until the symbol for the desired tank  lights up. Symbol Signification The level of the water tank is displayed (Fig. 134,8) The level of the waste water tank is displayed (Fig. 134,7) Read the level from the indicator scale for the tank fill level (Fig.

  • Page 129: Ac Converter (Msi 1812T)

    Electrical system 8 AC converter (MSI 1812T)  If, when the AC converter is switched on, the 230 V connection is dis- connected or the 230 V main fuse is switched off, this will not activate the sockets since these are supplied by the AC converter. ...
  • Page 130 8 Electrical system Appliance fuse Main switch "ON/OFF/REMOTE" LED input voltage range LED "LOAD LEVEL" Fig. 135 AC converter (exemplary il- lustration) Functions The AC converter has the following functions: If no external 230 V power supply is connected, the AC converter generates a 230 V voltage for all sockets in the vehicle out of the 12 V DC voltage of the living area battery.
  • Page 131 Electrical system 8 Fig. 137 External switch (AC conver- ter) Operation on the external The external switch (Fig. 137,1) is installed above the conversion door. switch The main switch directly on the AC converter must be in the position  "REMOTE".

  • Page 132: Power Supply

    8 Electrical system Checking the fault current When the vehicle is connected to the 230 V power supply, press the test  protection switch: button on the fault current protection switch (Fig. 136,3). The fault cur- rent protection switch (FI-switch) must be activated. 230 V power supply ...
  • Page 133 Electrical system 8 The 230 V connection in the vehicle is equipped with a fault current pro-  tection switch (FI-switch). For the connection points on camp sites (camping distributors) fault cur-  rent protection switches (FI-switches, 30 mA) are obligatory. The vehicle can be connected to an external 230 V power supply.

  • Page 134: Fuses

    8 Electrical system Fuses  Only replace defective fuses when the cause of the defect is known and has been remedied.  Replace defective fuses only after the power supply has been turned off.  Never bridge or repair fuses. ...
  • Page 135 Electrical system 8 Fig. 141 Seat console of the driver's seat Seat console of the The fuses in the seat console of the driver's seat are accessible via a remov- driver's seat able cover. A sticker on the seat console holds information about the in- stalled fuses.
  • Page 136 8 Electrical system Fuse for the AC converter The fuse for the AC converter is installed close to the living area battery. Fig. 143 Fuse (AC converter (150 A)) The fuse can be identified by its sticker. Fuses for the satellite unit The control unit of the TV satellite unit is installed in the wardrobe.

  • Page 137: 230 V Fuse

    Electrical system 8 8.9.3 230 V fuse For vehicles with and AC converter as special equipment, observe the fol- lowing:  If, when the AC converter is switched on, the 230 V connection is dis- connected or the 230 V main fuse is switched off, this will not activate the sockets since these are supplied by the AC converter.

  • Page 138: Circuit Diagrams

    8 Electrical system 8.10 Circuit diagrams 8.10.1 Block diagram 230 V Fig. 147 230 V circuit diagram Transformer/rectifier Auxiliary charging unit Refrigerator Sockets Automatic circuit breaker Optional device (e.g. air conditioning unit) 230 V connection Fig. 147 shows a schematic diagram of the 230 V network. 8.10.2 Block diagram 12 V Fig.
  • Page 139 Electrical system 8 230 V automatic circuit breaker Panel with 12 V main switch Solar Solar regulator Transformer/rectifier with battery cut off switch Light, consumer circuits can be switched on/off via 12 V main switch Sockets 1, Sockets 2, spare 1, 2 Circuit 1, circuit 2 Pump (water pump) Multimedia/TV...
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  • Page 141: Appliances 9

    Appliances 9 Appliances Chapter overview This chapter contains instructions regarding the appliances of the vehicle. The instructions refer exclusively to the operation of the appliances. Further information about the appliances can be found in the instruction manuals for the appliances, included separately with the vehicle. General For safety reasons, spare parts for pieces of heating appliances must ...

  • Page 142: To Heat Properly

    9 Appliances  The waste gas vent may neither be closed nor blocked.  Do not use the space behind the heater as a storage space.  The water in the boiler can be heated up to 65 °C. Risk of scalding! Never use boiler when empty.

  • Page 143: Hot-Air Heater And Boiler With Cp Plus Digital Operating Unit

    Appliances 9 9.2.2 Hot-air heater and boiler with CP plus digital operating unit If there is a risk of frost and the heater is not in operation, empty the  boiler. The circulation fan is automatically switched on when the hot-air heater ...
  • Page 144 9 Appliances Operating buttons The operating buttons have the following functions: Button Button operation Function Rotary push Turn to the right Menu is run through from left to right button (Fig. 151,2) Values are increased Turn to the left Menu is run through from right to left Values are decreased Press briefly Selected value is saved...
  • Page 145 Appliances 9 Heater Hot water Operating mode Service menu Setting the time Warning symbol Lighting (not used here) Timer Fig. 153 Display (operating unit) Switching on the heater: Open the regulator tap on the gas bottle and the gas isolator tap ...
  • Page 146 9 Appliances Safety/drainage valve The boiler is equipped with a safety/drainage valve (Fig. 154). The safety/drainage valve prevents water in the boiler from freezing, when there is frost and the heater is not switched on. When the vehicle is not used for a long period of time, open the ...
  • Page 147 Appliances 9 Operating modes The hot-water heater with the boiler can be operated with various energy sources. Selecting operating mode: Turn rotary push button (Fig. 152,6) until the menu symbol operating  mode (Fig. 153,3) flashes. Press rotary push button. ...

  • Page 148: Alde Hot-Water Heater And Boiler

    9 Appliances The service menu contains items that generally only need to be set once  (language, background brightness, calibration), as well as information for service centres (version numbers). The warning symbol (Fig. 153,7) flashes in the event of a warning. The Fault display heater continues to operate.
  • Page 149 Appliances 9 Operating unit The operating unit is divided into two sections: Display (touch screen)  Operating buttons  Display (touch screen) "Menu" button "On/Off" button Fig. 157 Operating unit (hot-water heater) When no button is pressed, the operating unit automatically switches to ...
  • Page 150 9 Appliances Symbol Signification This symbol appears when the daytime automatic mode function is activated This symbol appears when the night-time automatic mode function is activated This symbol appears when a switching facility for gas bottles is acti- vated This symbol appears when a voltage of 230 V is present at the heater The internal temperature is displayed next to this symbol The external temperature is displayed next to this symbol if an exter-...
  • Page 151 Appliances 9 Selecting the operating The hot-water heater can be operated with the following energy sources: mode Gas operation  230 V electrical operation  Gas and 230 V electrical operation  The operating mode is selected from the operating unit. Selecting gas operation: Press "...
  • Page 152 9 Appliances Filling/emptying the boiler The boiler can be supplied with water from the water tank. Fig. 160 Drain cock (water pipe) Fig. 161 Drain cock (Alde boiler) Filling the boiler with water: Close the drain cocks. To do so, turn the cap (Fig. 160) in a clockwise ...
  • Page 153 Appliances 9 Fig. 162 Stopcock (open) Fig. 163 Throttle (open) Opening the line to the Set the lever (Fig. 162,1) of the stopcock parallel to the pipe (Fig. 162).  convectors: The wider the stopcock is opened, the higher is the heat output. Closing the line to the Set the lever (Fig.
  • Page 154 9 Appliances Fig. 166 Activated functions (auxili- Fig. 167 Control (auxiliary fan) ary fan) Press the Booster button (Fig. 166,1). The control display (Fig. 167,1)  for the auxiliary fan will be displayed. Use the "+" and "-" buttons (Fig. 167) to set the desired fan power. ...

  • Page 155: Rear Garage Hot-Water Heater

    Appliances 9 Opening the spherical Set the lever (Fig. 170,1) parallel to the pipe.  valve: Position of spherical Vehicles with gas bottle compartment behind the rear axle: The spherical valve valve is installed in the storage box behind the driver's seat. It is accessible via a storage space flap.

  • Page 156: Wall Flue

    9 Appliances 9.2.5 Wall flue Fresh air and exhaust gases of the heater system are conducted in a two- chamber wall flue. Park the vehicle such that the wall flue gets enough fresh air.  The wall flue must be free at all times. Do not cover the wall flue. ...
  • Page 157 Appliances 9 Heating at external temperatures below 4 °C is not possible, as the heat-  ing output then falls sharply. The unit switches to defrosting for a short time at temperatures between 4 °C and 7 °C. Unrestricted heating oper- ation is possible at external temperatures above 7 °C.

  • Page 158: Operation And Display On The Unit

    9 Appliances Air distribution right/left Air distribution ceiling/floor IR receiver, function display, man- on/off Air distribution front/rear Fig. 175 Function display and air distribution (air conditioning unit) 9.3.1 Operation and display on the unit Certain functions can be operated directly on the unit. Air distribution adjustment: Set the small adjustment wheel and sliding regulator for stepless air dis- ...
  • Page 159 Appliances 9 When the room temperature set on the remote control is reached, the com- pressor switches itself off and the yellow LED in the IR receiver goes out. The circulation fan continues to run. When the room temperature falls below the set temperature, the unit auto- matically switches itself back to heating mode.

  • Page 160: Controlling Truma Appliances With Mobile Terminal (Special Equipment)

    9 Appliances Dimming the lighting: Press the light button (Fig. 176,5) and keep it pressed until the desired  brightness is reached. Switching off the lighting: Press the light button (Fig. 176,5).  The Setup button (Fig. 176,4) is used to connect the remote control with ...

  • Page 161: Cooker

    Appliances 9 Press the BLUETOOTH button (Fig. 177,1) on the iNet-Box for 1 sec-  ond. The Truma iNet-Box will be visible in the mobile terminal for ap- prox. 2 minutes (name: "Truma iNet-Box"). During this period, the blue BLUETOOTH LED (Fig. 177,7) will be flashing. Confirm the connection to "Truma iNet Box"...

  • Page 162: Gas Cooker

    9 Appliances Do not place any hot objects such as cooking pans neither on the sink  cover nor on the gas cooker cover nor on the work top. 9.5.1 Gas cooker  During activation and operation of the gas cooker, no flammable ob- jects or highly inflammable objects such as dishcloths, napkins etc.
  • Page 163 Appliances 9 Turn the control knob (Fig. 179,2) on the burner you wish to use to the  ignition position (large flame). Press the control knob down and hold it.  Press lighting knob (Fig. 179,1). Ignition sparks are generated at the ...

  • Page 164: Cooker With Gas Grill And Gas Oven

    9 Appliances 9.5.2 Cooker with gas grill and gas oven The vehicle's kitchen unit is equipped with a cooker consisting of a gas grill and a gas oven. Cooker The vehicle's cooker is equipped with 3 gas burners.  During the lighting process and once a gas burner is in operation, keep all flammable objects or highly inflammable objects such as dish- cloths, napkins etc.
  • Page 165 Appliances 9 Once the flame is burning, the control knob must be held down until the  thermocouple keeps the gas supply open. Release the control knob and turn to the desired setting.  If the flame fails to light, wait 1 minute and repeat the procedure from ...
  • Page 166 9 Appliances Gas oven The gas oven is installed under the gas grill.  When the gas oven is in operation, the grill area can also become very hot, even though the gas grill itself is switched off. Never touch hot parts with bare hands.

  • Page 167: Refrigerator

    Appliances 9 Refrigerator If there is no MonoControl or DuoControl regulating system with crash sen- sor present, only operate the refrigerator via the 12 V power supply during the journey. At high ambient temperatures the refrigerator is unable to reach its full cooling power.

  • Page 168: Thetford N3000 E/A

    9 Appliances Removing: Open both locks (Fig. 184) (groove in horizontal position).  Remove winter cover from ventilation grill.  Remove the winter covers when the temperatures rise above +10 °C.  Otherwise the refrigerator could be damaged. Remove the insulated winter cover when the temperatures rise ...
  • Page 169 Appliances 9 During change-over between the different energy sources, intended delays Change-over between energy sources are installed in the version with automatic power selection. This means, that after a change-over to a new energy source the refrigerator can not be oper- ated immediately.
  • Page 170 9 Appliances Selecting operating mode: Press and hold the confirmation button (Fig. 185,3) for about 2 seconds.  The operating mode symbols flash. Manual power selection: use the arrow keys (Fig. 185,2) to select the  desired energy source. Automatic power selection (only version with automatic power selec- ...

  • Page 171: Refrigerator Door Locking Mechanism

    Appliances 9 9.6.3 Refrigerator door locking mechanism With some models, the refrigerator has a separate freezer compartment. The specifications in this section correspondingly also apply to the door of the freezer compartment. During the journey the refrigerator door must always be closed and ...
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  • Page 173: Sanitary Fittings 10

    Sanitary fittings 10 Sanitary fittings Chapter overview This chapter contains instructions regarding the sanitary fittings of the vehi- cle. At the end of the chapter, you will find the positions of the components of the sanitary system. 10.1 Water supply, general ...

  • Page 174: Water System

    10 Sanitary fittings Fig. 188 Switch (water pump) Position The switch for the water pump is installed in the bathroom cabinet. Before the water fittings can be used, the 12 V power supply and the wa-  ter pump must be switched on at the panel and on the switch (Fig. 188) respectively.
  • Page 175 Sanitary fittings 10 Position the vehicle horizontally.  Switch on the 12 V power supply on the panel.  Switch on the water pump at the switch.  Fig. 189 Safety/drainage valve Fig. 190 Drain cock (water pipe) (Truma) Close the safety/drainage valve (Truma). Turn the knob (Fig. 189,1) per- ...

  • Page 176: Topping Up The Water

    10 Sanitary fittings Keep the water taps open until the water flowing out of the water taps  has no bubbles in it. Close all water taps.  Close drinking water filler neck.  Check that the cap on the water tank is not leaking. ...

  • Page 177: Reducing The Water Quantity For Mobile Operation

    Sanitary fittings 10 10.2.4 Reducing the water quantity for mobile operation  When filling the water tank, observe the maximum permissible gross weight of the vehicle. Luggage must be reduced accordingly when the water tank is full. Rotary handle The rotary handle is installed on the water tank. Fig.

  • Page 178: Waste Water Tank

    10 Sanitary fittings To empty and ventilate the water system, proceed as follows. This will avoid frost damage: Position the vehicle horizontally.  Switch off 230 V power supply.  Switch off the 12 V power supply on the panel. ...
  • Page 179 Sanitary fittings 10 Waste water from the kitchen and washing unit flows through plastic pipes into the waste water tank. Operation using The drain cock is opened and shut using an operating lever. operating lever Fig. 194 Operating lever (drain cock) Position for operating The operating lever (Fig.

  • Page 180: Toilet Compartment

    10 Sanitary fittings 10.4 Toilet compartment Do not transport any loads in the shower tray. The shower tray or other  items of equipment in the toilet compartment can be damaged. For ventilation purposes during or after a shower, and for drying wet ...

  • Page 181: Toilet

    Sanitary fittings 10 10.5 Toilet Do not load the toilet with more than a maximum of 120 kg.  If there is any risk of frost and the vehicle is not heated, empty the sew-  age tank. Do not sit on the lid of the toilet. The lid is not designed to bear the ...

  • Page 182: Toilet With Fixed Seat

    10 Sanitary fittings 10.5.2 Toilet with fixed seat The toilet is flushed via the fresh water tank. Fig. 200 Thetford toilet Fig. 201 Flush button/indicator lamps (Thetford toilet) The toilet can be used with the sliding trap open or closed. Opening the sliding trap: Turn the rotary handle (Fig.

  • Page 183: Emptying The Sewage Tank

    Sanitary fittings 10 10.5.3 Emptying the sewage tank If the vehicle is equipped with an electrical ventilation system, the plug  connection on the sewage tank must be disconnected before emptying. The sewage tank can only be taken out if the sliding trap is closed. ...

  • Page 184: Electrical Ventilation System

    10 Sanitary fittings Push sewage tank into the disposal chute until it engages.  If the vehicle is equipped with an electrical ventilation system: Connect  the hose of the ventilation system. Close flap for sewage tank.  Fill in new sanitary liquid. ...

  • Page 185: Installation Positions

    Sanitary fittings 10 10.6 Installation positions Fig. 205 Drain cock (Alde boiler) Fig. 206 Drain cock (water pipe) Fig. 207 Safety/drainage valve (Truma) Depending on the model, the components of the sanitary fittings are acces- sible at the following positions: Fresh water Waste water Waste water...
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  • Page 187: Care 11

    Care 11 Care Chapter overview This chapter contains instructions regarding the care of the vehicle. At the end of the chapter there is a checklist of measures you must carry out if you are not going to use the vehicle for an extended period of time. 11.1 External care 11.1.1...

  • Page 188: Windows Of Acrylic Glass

    11 Care First, test the suitability of the cleaning agent on an inconspicuous spot.  Only clean external applications and synthetic parts with plenty of warm  water, dish washing liquid and soft cloth. Wash down the vehicle with plenty of water, a clean sponge or a soft ...

  • Page 189: Underbody

    Care 11 Follow-up treatment of GRP Wash the vehicle and allow to dry as described above. Check if the  add-on parts: GRP add-on parts are clean and dry. Apply the polisher with a soft cloth evenly on the surface of the GRP ...

  • Page 190: Windscreen Washer System And Windscreen Wipers

    11 Care 11.1.8 Windscreen washer system and windscreen wipers Only fill the cleaning agents (with/without frost protection) into the  washer fluid container which are listed in the operating manual of the base vehicle manufacturer and in the mixing ratio specified therein. Do not use any radiator frost protection or other products.

  • Page 191: Entrance Step

    Care 11 Use only water and a gentle cleaning agent to clean the air conditioning  unit. Wipe the air conditioning unit housing and the air outlet occasionally  with a damp cloth. Clean the remote control occasionally with a slightly damp cloth. Clean ...

  • Page 192: Kitchen Installation

    11 Care For information about the use of maintenance products, our representa-  tives and service centres will be glad to advise. Surface and knobs of furniture, lamps and synthetic parts in the toilet  and living area should be cleaned with water and a wool cloth. A mild cleanser may be added to the water.

  • Page 193: Refrigerator

    Care 11 Immediately remove acidic or alkaline substances (vinegar, salt, lemon  juice, etc.). Let the oven and grill cool down before cleaning. Hot surfaces may be  damaged due to cold water or a wet cloth. Clean enamelled surfaces only with soap water or washing-up liquid containing water.

  • Page 194: Cushions

    11 Care 11.5 Cushions The care and cleaning instructions below are for assistance only. They are not a guarantee of successful cleaning. These instructions cannot form the basis for any warranty claims. If possible, treat stains immediately.  Never use household cleaners to remove marks (e.g. detergents). ...

  • Page 195: Water System

    Care 11 Removing blood: Mix 2 tablespoons of salt and 1 litre of water.  Moisten the stain and dab with a dry cloth.  Dab stubborn stains with ammonia solution.  Moisten cloth with benzine. Removing (ball pen) ink: ...

  • Page 196: Cleaning The Water Pipes

    11 Care Fill water tank with water and some washing-up liquid (do not use any  scourers). Using a trade standard brush for washing dishes, scrub the water tank  until there is no longer any visible deposit. Scrub also the pump housing. ...

  • Page 197: Disinfecting The Water System

    Care 11 11.6.3 Disinfecting the water system Only use suitable disinfectants as sold by the specialist trade. Observe  the tolerance of humans and animals. The disinfectant must meet national regulations and be approved (if re-  quired). Collect any emerging mixture of water and disinfectant for correct dis- ...

  • Page 198: Winter Care

    11 Care 11.8 Winter care De-icing salt damages the underbody and the parts open to water spray. We recommend that you wash the vehicle more frequently during wintertime. Mechanical and surface treated parts and the underside are under particular strain, and should therefore be cleaned thoroughly. If there is any risk of frost, always run heater at a minimum of 15 °C.
  • Page 199 Care 11 Activity Done Body All vents should be sealed with the appropriate caps and all other openings (apart from forced ventilations) should also be sealed. This prevents animals (e.g. mice) from gaining entry Air the interior, all storage spaces accessible from the outside, and the parking space (e.g.

  • Page 200: Winter Lay-Up

    11 Care 11.9.2 Winter lay-up Additional measures are required if laying up the vehicle over winter: Activity Done Base vehicle Clean body and underbody thoroughly and spray with hot wax or pro- tect with varnish Fill fuel tank with winter diesel Check antifreeze in the cooling water Rectify damage to the paintwork Fill in windscreen washer fluid with frost protection...

  • Page 201: Starting Up The Vehicle After A Temporary Lay-Up Or After Lay-Up Over Winter

    Care 11 11.9.3 Starting up the vehicle after a temporary lay-up or after lay- up over winter Go through the following checklist before start-up: Activity Done Base vehicle Check the tyre pressure on all tyres Check the tyre pressure of the spare wheel Body Clean the pivot bearing of the entrance step Check the functioning of the fitted supports...
  • Page 202 11 Care B-MC - 12/18-2 - EHG-0016-01EN...

  • Page 203: Customer Service And Maintenance 12

    Customer service and maintenance 12 Customer service and maintenance Chapter overview This chapter contains instructions about official inspections and inspection and maintenance work in the vehicle. At the end of the chapter you will find important instructions on how to obtain spare parts and on our dealers and service centres.

  • Page 204: Maintenance Work

    12 Customer service and maintenance 12.3 Maintenance work As with every machine, this vehicle requires maintenance. The extent and frequency of the maintenance work required depend on conditions of opera- tion and use. More difficult operating conditions make it necessary to service the vehicle more often.

  • Page 205: Alde Hot-Water Heater

    Customer service and maintenance 12 12.6 Alde hot-water heater Check the level of the heating fluid regularly on the compensator reser-  voir. During or after the first operating hours of the hot-water heater, the filling  level may fall below the minimum mark. If this is the case, top up the heating fluid.

  • Page 206: Topping Up Heating Fluid

    12 Customer service and maintenance 12.6.3 Topping up heating fluid Position the vehicle horizontally. This prevents the formation of bubbles.  Switch off the hot-water heater and allow it to cool down.  Unscrew or pull off the panel.  Open the rotary lid (Fig.

  • Page 207: Cooker/Oven/Refrigerator

    Customer service and maintenance 12 12.7 Cooker/oven/refrigerator The manufacturer recommends a yearly inspection service in a authorised specialist workshop to maintain the appliances' efficiency. After service and maintenance work, the appliance must be checked for electrical safety as well as for gas safety. 12.7.1 Refrigerator The gas burner must be cleaned of dirt when required but at least once a...

  • Page 208: Replacing Bulbs, External

     Have the bulbs of the Xenon spotlights changed at a qualified special- ist workshop. These workshops have the necessary knowledge and the required tools. HYMER GmbH & Co. KG recommends the HY- MER service centres.  Bulbs and light fittings can be extremely hot. Therefore, allow lights to cool down before changing bulbs.

  • Page 209: Front Lights

    Customer service and maintenance 12 Pos. in Fixture type/bulb Changing Fig. 215 type Cylindrical bulbs To remove and to insert, carefully bend the contacts of the lamp holder outwards Halogen bulb To remove, release the retaining spring / release the bayonet fitting After inserting, reattach the retaining spring /insert the halogen bulb into the bayonet fit- ting...
  • Page 210 12 Customer service and maintenance Low beam/main beam (Fig. 217,2) Fig. 218 Front headlight (rear side) Fig. 219 Bulb (low beam/main beam) Switch ignition and lighting off.  Open the bonnet (see chapter 4).  Turn the housing cover (Fig. 218,1) in an anticlockwise direction and ...

  • Page 211: Rear Lights

    Customer service and maintenance 12 12.9.2 Rear lights To change the lamps equipped with LEDs, contact an authorised dealer  or a service centre. Fig. 222 Rear lights unit Loosen the hexagon socket screws (Fig. 222,1).  Remove rear lights unit. ...

  • Page 212: Side Lights

    12 Customer service and maintenance Licence plate light The licence plate light is the same for all models. Fig. 224 Rear lights (licence plate light) Loosen the two housing screws (Fig. 224,1).  Remove the housing.  Change the faulty bulb. ...

  • Page 213: Types Of Bulbs For Exterior Lighting

    Customer service and maintenance 12 12.9.4 Types of bulbs for exterior lighting No. in Exterior lighting Type of bulb Fig. 216 Front Low beam/main beam H7 12 V 55 W Curve light/fog light H7 12 V 55 W No. in Exterior lighting Type of bulb Fig.

  • Page 214: Air Suspension

     No liability can be assumed for damage caused by products which have not been released by HYMER GmbH & Co. KG. This also ap- plies to impermissible alterations to the vehicle. For safety reasons, spare parts for pieces of equipment must correspond with manufacturer's instructions and be permitted by the manufacturer as a spare part.

  • Page 215: Vehicle Identification Plate

    Customer service and maintenance 12 When ordering spare parts, please indicate the serial number and the vehi- cle type to the authorised dealer or service centre. The vehicle described in this instruction manual is built and equipped to fac- tory standards. Special equipment is offered depending on its purpose or use.

  • Page 216: Warning And Information Stickers

    You can find the addresses and telephone numbers of the authorised deal- ers and service centres: In the brochure, which is included separately with the vehicle  In the Internet at http://www.hymer.com  12.18 Replacement keys To order replacement keys make a note of the following:...

  • Page 217: Wheels And Tyres 13

    Wheels and tyres 13 Wheels and tyres Chapter overview This chapter contains instructions regarding the tyres of the vehicle. At the end of the chapter there is a table you can use to find the correct tyre pressure for your vehicle. 13.1 General ...

  • Page 218: Tyre Selection

    13 Wheels and tyres Only use tyres approved for the wheel rim type fitted. The permitted rim  and tyre sizes are quoted in the vehicle documents and the authorised dealer or service centre will always be glad to give you advice. Run-in new tyres for approx.

  • Page 219: Tyre Specifications

    Wheels and tyres 13 Weight refers to the maximum permissible axle load which can be distrib- uted on two tyres. The maximum load-carrying capacity of a tyre is indicated by its load index (= LI, load index code). The maximum permissible speed for a tyre (with full load-carrying capacity) is indicated by the speed index (= SI).

  • Page 220: Tightening Torque

    13 Wheels and tyres  If a trailer is connected: Detach the trailer before lifting the vehicle.  Position the vehicle jack at the designated mounting points (see sec- tion 13.5.3).  Never overload the vehicle jack. The maximum permissible load is specified on the vehicle jack's identification plate.

  • Page 221: Changing A Wheel

    Wheels and tyres 13 13.5.3 Changing a wheel  The footplate of the vehicle jack must be levelly positioned on the ground. The wheel you have replaced should be repaired immediately.  Take note of the general instructions in this chapter. ...

  • Page 222: Spare Wheel Support

    13 Wheels and tyres Wheels with alloy rims are changed in the same way as wheels with steel rims (see section 13.5.3). 13.6 Spare wheel support The spare wheel is in the rear storage space or in the rear garage. Fig.
  • Page 223 Wheels and tyres 13 Front axle Rear axle Tyre size Max. axle Tyre pres- Max. axle Tyre pres- load in kg sure in bar load in kg sure in bar 225/75 R 16 CP 1850 2100 118 R 2100 2430 225/75 R 16 C 121/120 R 235/60 R 17 C...
  • Page 224 13 Wheels and tyres B-MC - 12/18-2 - EHG-0016-01EN...

  • Page 225: Troubleshooting 14

    Troubleshooting 14 Troubleshooting Chapter overview This chapter contains instructions about possible faults in your vehicle. The faults are listed with their possible causes and corresponding remedies. The specified faults can be remedied with relative ease and without a great deal of specialised knowledge. In the event that the remedies detailed in this instruction manual should not be successful, an authorised specialist work- shop must find and eliminate the cause of the fault.
  • Page 226 14 Troubleshooting Fault Cause Remedy The electrically operated Fuse on the trans- Replace fuse on the trans- entrance step cannot be former/rectifier is defec- former/rectifier moved in or out tive No 230 V power supply in 230 V automatic circuit Switch on 230 V automatic spite of connection breaker has triggered...
  • Page 227 Troubleshooting 14 Fault Cause Remedy 12 V power supply does 12 V power supply is Switch 12 V power supply not work in 230 V opera- switched off tion Battery cut-off switch on Set battery cut-off switch to the transformer/rectifier is switched off 230 V automatic circuit Contact customer service...

  • Page 228: Ac Converter

    14 Troubleshooting Fault Cause Remedy Battery charge through Electrical connection to Check plug connectors and solar module not working solar module interrupted cables Fuse is defective Replace fuse on the trans- former/rectifier Solar charge regulator Contact customer service defective Living area battery over- Battery selection switch Move position of battery se- loaded ("hot")

  • Page 229: Gas System

    Troubleshooting 14 14.6 Gas system  In case of a defect of the gas system (gas odour, high gas consump- tion) there is danger of explosion! Close regulator tap on the gas bot- tle immediately. Open doors and windows and ventilate well. ...

  • Page 230: Heater/Boiler

    14 Troubleshooting 14.8 Heater/boiler In the event of a defect contact the nearest customer service workshop of the relevant appliance manufacturer. The list of addresses is enclosed with the accompanying appliance documentation. Only authorised qualified per- sonnel may repair the appliance. 14.8.1 Heater/boiler with CP plus digital operating unit Fault...

  • Page 231: Alde Heater/Boiler

    Troubleshooting 14 Error code Cause Rectification # 29 Short circuit in heating Remove plug of heating element on elec- element for frost con- tronic control unit. Replace heating ele- trol ment # 41 Electronics blocked Contact customer service # 42 Safety switch has trig- (Not used here) gered...

  • Page 232: Air Conditioning Unit

    14 Troubleshooting Fault Cause Remedy Heater switches off Overheating Allow the heater to cool. Disconnect and connect the 12 V power supply to the heater again to reset the indicator Heater running, but no Circulating pump does not Switch on room thermos- heat at the convectors work Contact customer service...
  • Page 233 Troubleshooting 14 Fault Cause Remedy Refrigerator does not re- Insufficient ventilation of Check if ventilation grills frigerate sufficiently unit are covered; remove co- vers if necessary Remove ventilation grills and clean the space be- hind them (of leaves etc.) Thermostat adjusted too Adjust higher value on thermostat Post evaporator heavily...

  • Page 234: Water Supply

    14 Troubleshooting 14.11 Water supply Fault Cause Remedy Leakage water inside the A leak has occurred Identify leak, re-connect vehicle water pipes No water Water tank is empty Replenish drinking water Drain cock not closed Close drain cock 12 V power supply is Switch 12 V power supply switched off Switch for water pump is...
  • Page 235 Troubleshooting 14 Fault Cause Remedy Any change in the taste or Tank filled with dirty water Clean water system me- odour of the water chanically and chemically; then disinfect and rinse copiously with drinking water Fuel filled into the water Clean water system me- tank by mistake chanically and chemically;...

  • Page 236: Body

    14 Troubleshooting 14.12 Body Fault Cause Remedy Flap hinges/door hinges Flap/door hinges are not Lubricate flap hinges/door are difficult to operate (sufficiently) lubricated hinges with acid-free and resin-free grease Hinges/joints in the bath- Hinges/joints are not (suf- Lubricate hinges/joints room unit/toilet compart- ficiently) lubricated with solvent-free and acid- ment are difficult to oper-...

  • Page 237: Special Equipment 15

     No liability can be assumed for damage caused by products which have not been released by HYMER GmbH & Co. KG. This also ap- plies to impermissible alterations to the vehicle.  The "actual weight" (mass in ready-to-drive condition plus the weight...
  • Page 238 15 Special equipment Item designation Surplus weight (kg) Additional heater, driver's cabin Additional seat with 3-point belt Additional seat (attachable seat) Second living area battery (AGM) Second living area battery, hybrid (lithium) B-MC - 12/18-2 - EHG-0016-01EN...

  • Page 239: Technical Data

    Technical data 16 Technical data 16.1 Technical data Only the details provided in the actual vehicle documentation shall be  binding with regard to the technical data. The measurements as well as the net weight of the vehicle may change ...
  • Page 240 16 Technical data B-MC - 12/18-2 - EHG-0016-01EN...

  • Page 241: Instructions For The Service Partner 17

    Instructions for the service partner 17 Instructions for the service partner Lubricating the rear axle The rear axle must be re-lubricated by an authorised specialist  company / service partner. Carry out the lubrication while the rear axle is not loaded. ...
  • Page 242 17 Instructions for the service partner B-MC - 12/18-2 - EHG-0016-01EN...
  • Page 243 Index Index 12 V appliance, retrofitting ....... 125 Alloy wheel rims ..........221 12 V fuses ............134 Appliances ............141 For Thetford toilet ........135 Manuals ............14 Starter battery ..........135 Armrest, adjustment ........... 44 Ventilation system ........135 Automatic power selection (AES) .....
  • Page 244 Index Braking system, troubleshooting ...... 225 Windscreen washer system ......190 Windscreen wipers ........190 Breakdown service ..........37 Winter lay-up ..........200 Bulbs, changing ..........208 Carpet, cleaning ..........192 Exterior lighting ........... 208 Front lights ..........209 Central locking system ........63 Licence plate light ........
  • Page 245 Index Entrance step ..........31, 55 D  Care ............. 191 Danger of suffocation ........14, 68 Extension ............32 Dealers ............. 216 Retraction ............32 Dimensions see technical data ......239 Warning tone ..........32 Direction indicator ..........212 Environmental tips ..........10 Displays Exterior lighting Battery voltage ..........
  • Page 246 Index Fuses Operation ............. 104 12 V fuses ........... 134 Switching automatics ........104 230 V fuse ........... 132, 137 Troubleshooting .......... 229 For skylight..........136 Grill ..............165 For starter battery ........135 Switching off ..........165 For the hot-water heater ......135 Switching on ..........
  • Page 247 Index Gas and 230 V electrical operation, Lift-off table ............81 selecting ............151 Conversion to bed foundation ....... 82 Gas operation, selecting ......151 Table height, adjusting ........82 Heat exchangers ......... 154 Table top, shifting .......... 82 Heater, switching off ........151 Light metal wheel rims Heater, switching on ........
  • Page 248 Index Multifunctional sideboard ........81 R  Multimedia system ..........33 Radio power supply selector switch ....111 Ramps ..............55 N  Reading lamp, switching on/off ......88 Rear area lighting ..........55 Nose weight ............30 Rear axle load ............ 30 Rear axle, lubricating ........
  • Page 249 Index Roman shade, wind-up skylight Solar cells ............118 Closing ............77 Spare parts ............214 Opening ............77 Spare wheel ............222 Roof load ............27 Spare wheel support ........222 Roof rack, load ........... 27 Special equipment Roof rail .............. 27 Certification .............
  • Page 250 Index Thetford toilet Twilight, switching on/off ........88 Flushing ............182 Tyre change see wheels, changing ....219 Level indicator ..........182 Tyre specifications ..........219 Sliding trap, closing ........182 Tyres Sliding trap, opening ........182 Certification ..........219 Tightening torque, wheels ........
  • Page 251 Index Water system Windows ............. 69 Care ............195 Insect screen ..........73 Cleaning ............195 Roman shade ..........73 Disinfect ............197 Windows, cleaning ........... 188 Emptying ............. 177 Windscreen blade, changing ......207 Filling ............174 Windscreen heater ..........32 Safety instructions ........
  • Page 252 Index B-MC - 12/18-2 - EHG-0016-01EN...

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