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Karmann Ontario 580 Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1 Instruction manual Ontario...
  • Page 3 We don't simply put any body on any chassis. On the contrary: Safe handling can only be achieved if a first-class chassis from an excellent manufacturer is given an body which is perfectly adapted to it, a body from Karmann-Mobil.
  • Page 4 Page 2-2 provides an overview of all instructions advantage of the range on offer from Karmann possible sources of accident, injury or and papers which accompany your motorhome.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Overview of equipment Furniture Sewage water tank Ontario 580 Exterior 1-1 Interior 1-2 Dinette table 580,700 700 HS Discharge plug sewage water Ontario 670 Exterior 1-3 Interior 1-4 Table L seating group 670 Care of the vehicle Sleeping in the rear seating group...
  • Page 6 Ontario 580 EQUIPMENT OVERVIEW Exterior Fuel filler cap 6 Gas cylinder Page 6-1 Sewage tank Connector for Page 8-6 230 V Page 7-1 Fridge air vent Sewage water Page 6-9 discharge tap/ discharge fitting Page 8-7 4 Air outlet for...

  • Page 7: Ontario

    Ontario 580 EQUIPMENT OVERVIEW Interior Electrical equipment Page Living area Page On-board control panel 13 Seating group Earth leakage circuit breaker 14 Table Fuses 7-3, 7-4 15 Sleeping quarters Charging device 16 Wardrobe 4a Body battery 17 Kitchen with Gas installation...
  • Page 8 Ontario 670 EQUIPMENT OVERVIEW Exterior Fuel filler cap 6 Gas cylinder Page 6-1 Sewage tank Connector for Page 8-6 230 V Page 7-1 Fridge air vent Sewage water Page 6-9 discharge tap/ discharge fitting Page 8-7 4 Air outlet for heating system 5 Freshwater filler nozzle...

  • Page 9: Ontario

    Ontario 670 EQUIPMENT OVERVIEW Interior Electrical equipment Page Living area Page On-board control panel 13 Seating group Earth leakage circuit breaker 14 Table Fuses 7-3, 7-4 15 Sleeping quarters Charging device 16 Wardrobe 4a Body battery 17 Kitchen with Gas installation - Gas cooker Shutoff valve - Sink...
  • Page 10 Ontario 700 EQUIPMENT OVERVIEW Exterior Fuel filler cap 6 Gas cylinder Page 6-1 Sewage tank Connector for Page 8-6 230 V Page 7-1 Fridge air vent Sewage water Page 6-9 discharge tap/ discharge fitting Page 8-7 4 Air outlet for heating system 5 Freshwater filler nozzle...

  • Page 11: Ontario

    Ontario 700 EQUIPMENT OVERVIEW Interior Electrical equipment Page Living area Page On-board control panel 13 Seating group Earth leakage circuit breaker 14 Table Fuses 7-3, 7-4 15 Sleeping quarters Charging device 16 Wardrobe 4a Body battery 17 Kitchen with Gas installation - Gas cooker Shutoff valve - Sink...

  • Page 12: General

    In case of questions, please exceeded. During travel, all passengers should to subject the motorhome to regular inspections contact an authorized Karmann-Mobil dealer be seated in seats equipped with belts and in time as stipulated by law. These inspections or Karmann-Mobil directly.

  • Page 13: Corresponding Documents

    Please contact • Operating/installation instructions of "Dometic" to you when you bought it, you should read Karmann-Mobil immediately if you are missing absorber fridge through the operating instructions again in and of the documents.

  • Page 14: Permit

    GENERAL Permit Traffic permit Insurance Your motorhome is a vehicle requiring a permit You have to have liability insurance on your according to traffic regulations. The following vehicle. Make sure that your insurance policy documents are required to obtain a permit: matches your needs and the use of your •...

  • Page 15: Traffic Safety Equipment

    TRAFFIC SAFETY EQUIPMENT Seating capacity Keep your motorhome in good condition both Belts technically and with regards to traffic safety All persons in the vehicle should be seated in and adhere to all applicable traffic safety and permitted seats, having fastened their belts permit ordinances.

  • Page 16: Three-Point Belts

    TRAFFIC SAFETY EQUIPMENT Seating capacity Three-point belts • Belts always have to be taut and close specialist repair shop and replaced if to the body. necessary. • Belts should not be twisted when fastened. • Always place the shoulder belt (in three-point belts) diagonally across the shoulder and chest.

  • Page 17: Lap Belts

    TRAFFIC SAFETY EQUIPMENT Three-point belts Lap belts Children's car seats Children's car seats Example: Installing children's car seats The illustration shows an example of installing a car seat on the permissible seats (J). Removing a three-point belt: Fastening a lap belt: 1.

  • Page 18: Coupling Device

    TRAFFIC SAFETY EQUIPMENT Coupling device Tyres In the case of subsequent installation, the time. You will also find the proper tyre pressure issued by the car seat manufacturer. installation instructions for the towing facility in the operating instructions provided by the •...

  • Page 19: Wheel Change

    TRAFFIC SAFETY EQUIPMENT Tyres Wheel change Caution Caution • Check the rim size, tyre size, tyre bearing capacity and speed index of the new Incorrect tyre pressures, worn-out tyres Changing a wheel bears risk of injury wheel before placing it on the vehicle. and overloading can result in worsened and wheels that are mounted incorrectly Only use the rim and tyre size indicated...

  • Page 20: Brakes

    • Never modify brake system components. Please make sure that cycles are well secured from KARMANN-MOBIL is glued into the • Only have brake system repairs carried and tied. After driving for a short distance, warranty booklet.

  • Page 21: Traffic Safety Checklist For Your Motorhome

    Traffic safety checklist You need the following for full usage of your Do not use your new motorhome immediately To make sure that your Karmann motorhome motorhome: for a long holiday trip. A weekend trip of is always safe, you should check certain points •...
  • Page 22 • Coolant level • Never drive in reverse without a rear-view video system (optional), without having Travelling in the Karmann mobile home someone guide you. Even if you are used to driving motorhomes, you • Adjust your driving style to the road conditions...
  • Page 23 TRAFFIC SAFETY EQUIPMENT Traffic safety checklist Travelling and overnight stops Positioning the motorhome Caution In general it is allowed to make overnight Please adhere to the following when selecting Prior to securing the motorhome with stops in car parks in Germany - at least for a suitable place to position your motorhome supports, additional supports or wedges, one night.
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  • Page 25: Keys

    Note 1. Put the key in the door lock (2). • Pull the door opener (3) down. The cabin Depending on equipment, your Karmann 2. Turn the key clockwise approximately 90°. door opens even if it is locked. motorhome may also be supplied with other The door unlocks.

  • Page 26: Locks For Outside Storage Boxes

    DOORS & WINDOWS Locks for outside storage boxes Entry Caution Before starting your journey check that all outside flaps are closed and locked. The outside storage boxes are all supplied with identical locks. Electrically-operated entrance step The step can be extended or retracted by Unlocking the flap means of the switch in the entrance area.

  • Page 27: Opening Windows 4-3

    DOORS & WINDOWS Entry Opening windows • Only extend or retract the step when it is not bearing weight. • Only use the step when it is fully extended. • Retract the step before travel. An alarm signal will warn you upon starting the engine if the step is extended.

  • Page 28: Shade And Insect Blinds

    DOORS & WINDOWS Shade and insect blinds All windows are provided with a shade and Insect blind Caution insect blind. The illustration shows both blinds Pull the insect blind from the top to the bottom. Always pull up the shade blind completely in half-open position.

  • Page 29: Roof Hatches

    DOORS & WINDOWS MPK roof hatch Shade blind • Free the roof hatch of snow in winter in Before opening the roof hatch, first open the To darken the room, hook blind B into the order to prevent water entering though the insect grille.
  • Page 30 DOORS & WINDOWS HEKI roof Opening and closing pane blind with the other hand (do not leave go of When winding the handle to open, only wind until shade). resistance can be felt. The angle of opening is max. 70°. When winding the handle to close, Adjustment: turn a further 2-3 times through a complete Push joined finishing bars into the desired...
  • Page 31 FURNITURE Ontario Table in the L seating group 670 Lower tabletop The tabletop in the Ontario 670 can be adjusted Caution Lift the table slightly at the front edge. Pull the both lengthwise and crosswise relative to the Make sure that the table is correctly table leg downwards and hinge it backwards.

  • Page 32: Sleeping In The Rear Seating Group 700 Hs

    FURNITURE Ontario Sleeping in the rear seating group (700 HS) Sleeping in the Dinette 580, 700 Rearrangement of rear seating group for Rearrangement of the seating group for sleeping purposes sleeping Lower the tabletop to the level of the benches Lower the tabletop to the level of the benches as described on the previous page.

  • Page 33: Coachbuilt

    FURNITURE Ontario L seating group 670 Coachbuilt Note The floor of the overcab bed can be folded up Coachbuilt latch The middle seat in the lengthways bench of by 90 degrees to permit convenient access to The coachbuilt latch is found under the mattress. the model 670 can be removed.

  • Page 34: Cupboards

    FURNITURE Ontario Cupboards Pushlock Opening All drawers are provided with pushlocks which Press the locking knob in order to open the prevent the cupboards from opening of their cupboard flaps. own accord during the journey. Achtung Caution Locking Close the drawers and press the locking knob Before starting each journey made sure inwards.
  • Page 35 GAS INSTALLATION Gas Supply The gas installation in your motorhome has Gas cylinder box The installation is started up by means of the been installed according to the German You will find the position of the relevant gas rocker switch on the control element. The technical rules for liquid gas devices and cylinder box on the equipment pages from installation is ready for operation when the...

  • Page 36: Gas Installation Gas Supply

    GAS INSTALLATION Gas Supply where the distributor is installed horizontally, • Always connect the gas pressure they are open in vertical position. All gas regulator directly to the gas cylinder devices are doubly secured. Please also note valve and by hand (left-handed thread). the attached operating instructions.
  • Page 37 GAS INSTALLATION Gas Supply repaired as needed by an authorized • Switch off the gas installation entirely specialist shop. before refueling or entering garages, • Never use electrical switches, plugs car parks or ferries. or devices upon smelling gas. Open fire •...

  • Page 38: Heating And Hot Water Supply

    In the wardrobe. instructions of the combination unit. E = Yellow pilot light "Boiler heat-up phase" Middle The Trumatic heating system in your Karmann- Lights up during the heating-up phase Down 1 Mobil motorhome is equipped in addition with of the boiler. When the water or air an integrated 12 ltr.
  • Page 39 GAS INSTALLATION Heating and hot water supply If the temperature drops below the response General instructions value during operation, turn the knob C to on • Check that the water discharge of the boiler the control element to winter mode (down) is not obstructed by slush or similar, thus and close the valve by pulling the button out.

  • Page 40: Gas Cooker

    GAS INSTALLATION Heating and hot water supply Gas cooker • The motorhome's forced ventilation may not Achtung Caution be closed off. • The waste gas flue may not be sealed off by doors or flaps and must kept be You will find further instructions in the attached free of snow and dirt.
  • Page 41 GAS INSTALLATION Gas cooker Igniting the cooking rings • Make sure that flames do not come out • All gas shut-off valves must be closed if • Turn the knob for the desired cooking ring in beyond the edge of the saucepan. the cooker is not used for an extended anticlockwise direction (to the High position).

  • Page 42: Fridge

    GAS INSTALLATION Fridge 12 V mode • Set the energy selector switch A to 12 V mode. • 12 V mode is only possible when the motor- home is travelling; this prevents excessively fast discharge of the battery. Automatic mode – AES (optional) In the AES version the fridge has an automatic selection facility.
  • Page 43 GAS INSTALLATION Fridge middle position after operating temperature General instructions Caution has been reached. • Where possible, use precooled foods. • Before starting your journey, switch the • Start the fridge up a few hours before you fridge to the 12 V system. Door lock start your journey to get it down to operating •...
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  • Page 45: Electrical Equipment

    ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT Your motorhome has a combined 230 V/ 12 V Connecting the mains input • Only have work done to the electrical system. This electrical system includes the You need a three-pole CEE connection cable system by an authorized specialist connection plug (230 V), the two-pole automatic and, in some cases, an extension cord.
  • Page 46 ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT Control panel blinking means the sewage water tank is full Location: 4 Signalizes charging of the batteries B1 and Inside above the superstructure door in all B2 using the generator vehicles. 5 Signalizes that the sewage water tank is full. 6 Signalizes the 230 V mains input 7 Tent light switch, the tent light is switched off automatically, dependent on the main switch...

  • Page 47: Electrical Equipment

    ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT Fuses 1 Circuit breaker with earth leakage protection Upon connecting to the mains input, the An isolating relay in the engine compartment 2 Charging device charging device and the plugs in the kitchen regulates the current flow when the generator 3 12 V cutout box and in the benches are supplied directly with is running.

  • Page 48: 12 V Cutout Box

    ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT 12 V cutout box Fuses in the distribution module The cutout box contains the fuses for the 12 V The distribution module controls charging of Caution consumer load. The slot assignments and the vehicle and body batteries and contains cutout sizes are allocated as follows: the following fuses.

  • Page 49: Circuit Breaker With Earth Leakage Protection

    ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT Circuit breaker with earth leakage protection Safeguards the supply of 230 V to the vehicle your motorhome's mains input and have electrical system. the electrical system inspected by an authorized specialist repair shop. Inspect the earth leakage circuit breaker Achtung Caution 1.

  • Page 50: Body Batteries

    ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT Body batteries voltage is lower than 10 V. If mains input is Achtung Caution not available, then the body battery has to be charged using the vehicle's generator in due Installation of unsuitable batteries can time. Check the body battery level using the cause explosion.
  • Page 51 ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT Body batteries • If the vehicle stands still for four weeks or 1. Negative battery charging balance = approximately 1.32 Ah can be taken out of the longer without a mains input, then the Loss of capacity = Battery failure battery in a day.

  • Page 52: Halogen Lamps

    ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT Halogen lamps Achtung Caution Do not turn the coachbuilt lamp towards the ceiling. Maintain clearance of 10 cm between the lamps and all materials such as bed covers for example. Avoid build-up of heat caused by opened top cabinet doors near the halogen spotlights.

  • Page 53: Freshwater Supply

    The water supply of your Karmann motorhome is by means of the built-in water tank. An electric Open the red cleaning cover under the bench pump pumps the water to the consumers in by twisting it.

  • Page 54: Water Pump

    (2) water and the shut-off valves (3) to empty Location: the entire freshwater system. (illustration Unhealthy bacteria can enter the freshwater shows Ontario 580) 580 under the table system and cause infection. Do not use 670 side flap, front left...
  • Page 55 WATER SUPPLY AND DISPOSAL Freshwater supply Notes Achtung Caution • Only use clean water in order to fill the water container. Upon starting the water pump, ignition • Before you can draw water, you must first sparks could be emitted and cause an switch on the current supply of the pump at explosion.

  • Page 56: Sink With Mixer Tap

    WATER SUPPLY AND DISPOSAL Sink with mixer tap Toilet The sink of your Karmann motorhome is In order to gain more room in the bathroom, Achtung Caution supplied with a mixer tap, which functions the toilet can be rotated. like a standard household tap. However,...
  • Page 57 WATER SUPPLY AND DISPOSAL Toilet Remove the sewage tank (see next page) and place it upright on the ground. Swing the emptying nozzle upwards and remove the cap. Use the amount of sanitary chemical recommended by the manufacturer and add enough water until the bottom of the tank is covered.

  • Page 58: Sewage Tank

    WATER SUPPLY AND DISPOSAL Sewage tank Notes • Only press the emptying button when the emptying nozzle is pointing downwards. • Clean the tank from the inside and outside after emptying. • Pour a sanitary chemical into the tank as described on the previous page.

  • Page 59: Sewage Water Tank

    WATER SUPPLY AND DISPOSAL Sewage water tank Discharge sewage water Only empty your sewage water tank at designated disposal stations or at camping sites which are provided with a suitable sewage disposal plant. Information as to which local authorities or camping sites are provided with suitable equipment can be obtained CIVD documents or camping guides.

  • Page 61: Care Of The Vehicle

    CARE OF THE VEHICLE Exterior Washing Conserving the exterior finish The vehicle can be washed with special vehicle The same applies to the conservation of the shampoo. body as to the basic vehicle. Timely conservation Chemical cleaners, alcohol, glass cleaner or makes cleaning easier, as dirt does not adhere cleaners containing benzene or similar may so easily.

  • Page 62: Interior

    Floor covering Cooker, sink and mixer tap should remain somewhat open in order to The floor covering of your Karmann motorhome The stainless steel surfaces of sink and gas prevent smells and mould. can be cleaned with a normal household cooker can be cleaned with commercially- cleaner.

  • Page 63: Notes On Operation

    NOTES ON OPERATION 10-1 Winter operation Your Karmann-Mobil motorhome is designed higher, however. If the temperature should also remain in place during operation in for use winter as well. In order to avoid sink below 3°C, please follow the procedure winter.

  • Page 64: Immobilisation Of The Vehicle In Winter

    NOTES ON OPERATION 10-2 Immobilisation of the vehicle in winter • Fill the fuel tank completely with fuel. • Notes avoid uncontrolled draining of the system - Lay a cloth under the pump area. during frosty periods. • Charge the body battery and disconnect the - Do not reconnect the pipelines to the pump.
  • Page 65 FAULT IDENTIFICATION AND CORRECTION 11-1 Gas installation The following table shows a list of common faults. Please see the operating instructions for information on malfunctions that can occur in special equipment devices (e.g. air conditioner, etc.). Defect Possible cause Remedy Open doors and windows and turn off the Gas smell, unusually high amount of gas Leaky gas system...
  • Page 66 FAULT IDENTIFICATION AND CORRECTION 11-2 Gas installation Defect Possible cause Remedy Lack of correct flame formation. e.g. at gas Gas pressure controller defective Contact specialist workshop cooker When controller set at "small flame", flame Ignition protection sensor incorrectly Contact specialist workshop extinguishes adjusted Fridge fails to work with gas mode...
  • Page 67 FAULT IDENTIFICATION AND CORRECTION 11-3 Heating/ hot water Defect Possible cause Remedy "Operating" (green) lamp at the Trumatic Cutout triggered Contact specialist workshop device is not illuminated. "Operating" (green) lamp at the Trumatic Body battery is too weak or faulty Charge or change battery device is not illuminated.

  • Page 68: Power Supply

    FAULT IDENTIFICATION AND CORRECTION 11-4 Power supply Defect Possible cause Remedy The body battery does not provide voltage. Body battery totally discharged If totally discharged, the body battery is damaged beyond repair and has to be replaced. If not used for long periods of time, the body battery should be charged fully and disconnected.
  • Page 69 FAULT IDENTIFICATION AND CORRECTION 11-5 Power supply Defect Possible cause Remedy Battery voltage too low Charge body battery, start motor and allow Body battery does not charge when to run for approx. 30 seconds. connected to 230 V network Battery voltage rises over 12 V and charging starts.

  • Page 70: Water Supply

    FAULT IDENTIFICATION AND CORRECTION 11-6 Water supply Defect Possible cause Remedy Water container empty Fill water container No freshwater Water pump fuse defective Replace fuse (Page 7-4) Water pump faulty Contact specialist workshop Water in interior Pipeline system leaks Find fault and seal Freshwater / discharge display on control Connection of control panel and measuring Localise fault and close connection...

  • Page 71: Technical Data

    Tech. permitted Weight in driving Permissible front axle load Permissible rear axle load total weight condition Ontario 580 3,500 kg / 4,000 kg 2,900 kg/2,950 kg 1,850 kg / 2,100 kg 2,000 kg / 2,400 kg Ontario 670 3,500 kg / 4,000 kg...

  • Page 72: Dimensions

    TECHNICAL DATA 12-2 Dimensions Values in mm Ontario 580 Ontario 670 Ontario 700 / 700 HS 4.004 mm 4.004 mm Wheelbase 3.000 mm Total length 5.700 mm 6.720 mm 7.040 mm Total width 2.300 mm 2.300 mm 2.300 mm Total height 3.250 mm...
  • Page 73 TECHNICAL DATA 12-3 Liquid gas supply Water supply Water disposal 2 gas cylinders ......at 11 kg each • Water container with electric pressure • sewage water tank with level sensor Pressure regulator ........30 mbar pump and sensor for freshwater level. •...

  • Page 74: Vehicle Identification Number

    (passenger side) under a cap. Body nameplate The Karmann- Mobil nameplate is located in the door entry of the body. It displays information about the body manufacturer and the body model. For vehicles with EC model authorization,...

  • Page 75: List Of Terms

    LIST OF TERMS 13-1 Battery charger ..........7-3 Dimensions .......... 12-2, 12-4 Gas cooker ............6-6 Beds Discharge, sewage water ......8-7 Gas installation..........6-1 - Ontario 700 HS .......... 5-2 Discharge tap for freshwater ...... 8-2 - Pressure regulator ........6-1 - Ontario 670..........
  • Page 76 Water container..........8-1 - Ontario 580..........1-1 Table - Cleaning ............8-1 - Ontario 670..........1-3 - Ontario 580, 700, 700 HS ......5-1 Warm water ............ 6-4 - Ontario 700..........1-5 - Ontario 670..........5-1 Water supply, freshwater......8-1 Technical data........
  • Page 77 Therefore no claims can be made on the basis of the information, illustrations and descriptions contained in these operating instructions. Reprinting, copying or translation of these instructions, even in part, requires the express written permission of Karmann-Mobil Vertriebs GmbH. All rights according to the law or copyright law are retained by Karmann-Mobil Vertriebs GmbH.

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