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1. 7 4 7 6 7 8 Gas System Mes 7 4 Internal 9 28 L lp e c 5 1 Loading of Weight ED 3 1 Location of Facilities ssssxus ccn pes torre tht EDU Ris 9 31 M MER TET TIT 9 1 P Parts 9 35 13 1 R Refrigerator Freezer 9 16 Reversing Camera 9 27 Roof Rack Bars amp Ladder 3 1 S SAEI TE 6 1 AIr Bags E 6 1 A 6 1 hE 6 1 Fire Extinguishers UE 6 1 In case of fire 6 1 Ventilation RE RE m 6 1 Seat Swivel MT 4 2 SAUNG EN 9 33 Site Regulations 5 1 Siting your Motorhome 2 5 1 Smoke Alarm 6 3 Step EIGDIEIG 9 27 T Technical Data eon OM PM 8 1 Television amp Aerial 9 7 Toilet Thetford C 9 22 Troubleshooting reto i Ex 10 5 V Ventilation eo ES 6 1 W Warranty NR Dos 1 4 Water System 7 1 Weight amp Dimension Data 8 3 Weights TUR 8 1 Wheel Changing 4 1 jugi Spare 4 1 Winterisati
2. CONTENTS section Introduction Warranty amp Materials 1 qui ccm 2 Preparing for the Road RR TET 3 Jm ne eee ee ENEE E 4 PROTA OM 5 oaleby ar dU Emu ER 6 Connection Of Services gt 2 2 Technical Specification T 8 FS Gl CU OIC UT 9 Care of your Motorhome 10 ETE n Service 5 m 12 gt 13 Copyright 2011 Auto Sleepers Ltd All rights reserved No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic or mechanical for any purpose without the express written permission of Auto Sleepers Ltd Worcester 2013 HB1089 13 INTRODUCTION Welcome Congratulations on your purchase of an Auto Sleeper motorhome We are confident it will give you many years of pleasure This handbook has been compiled to enable you to obtain the maximum pleasure from your vehicle It contains the appliance instructions along with advice on safety matters Please read this Handbook thoroughly so that you are conversant with all the motorhome systems operating instructions and precautions Failure to observe these recommendations or precautions may result in incorrect operation of equipment and subsequent risk to occupants Information leaflets and l
3. LPG comes as either propane red cylinder butane blue cylinder or occasionally as a INTRODUCTION blend of both The gas is given off from a liquid stored under pressure in the cylinders Butane is a more efficient gas but the liquid stops producing gas below about 2 C propane will produce gas in freezing conditions and is suitable for use all year round The pressure of the gas from the cylinders varies as the cylinder empties It is therefore necessary to fit a pressure regulator optimised for the gas used between the cylinder and the appliances On recently manufactured motorhomes a universal regulator is part of the vehicle s standard gas installation Whether using independent regulators or tail pipes to connect the universal regulator to the cylinder it is necessary to obtain items that are compatible with the connection on the cylinder you have There are many different types of cylinder connection in the UK and Europe Fresh water There is a tank fitted to the motorhome to hold a supply of fresh water for drinking cooking washing etc It is essential that this tank and the water in it is kept free from contamination Hose pipes are manufactured usually coloured blue that are safe to use to carry water used in food processes and only this type of hose should be used to fill the fresh water tank You will find many places where it is not possible or convenient to use a hose There are many types of cont
4. Fluorescent lights individually switched are fitted in the ceiling along with a Mini Heki ventilator with flyscreen which allows full ventilation An additional extractor fan is fitted FITTED EQUIPMENT ARRANGEMENT OF EQUIPMENT NIS 7 YAMOHS 34002 INOOHH IVS 39dls3 J8OHQHVM qevosgsadrno 3AVMOMOIIN S3 201 QvaHHJ AO SYsMOO QvaHHJA AO 9 29 FITTED EQUIPMENT in the ceiling of the shower and is operated by the light switch The outside wall has an opaque window which can be opened for ventilation and which has a roller cassette flyscreen and a concertina blind fitted which may be adjusted for privacy There is a blown warm air outlet duct fitted near the floor and also a heated towel rail not EB models Wardrobe On the Worcester the wardrobe is located in the bathroom and comprises a separate hanging space with storage drawers below Lounge Area The lounge area is located at the front of the vehicle and comprises a pair of inward facing settees which have slatted bases that lift up to provide access to the underseat storage In order to make lifting the seat base easier itis recommended that the backrest is first laid flat against the seat cushion Under the settee on the offside is located the Truma Combi heater the water drain valve and also the red isolation taps for the gas appliances For explanation of the symbols on each t
5. ________ _____________ Alarm Code rim m Membership teh estie a qu de 28 RO supplying Dealer Contact Number ttt qn eu taba sam tenti ntn nint e cuu USEFUL INFORMATION TT Marquis Nationwide Coverage Marquis Durham 0191 492 2480 Marquis Lancashire 01772 731 313 Marquis Northants 01604 402 888 Marquis Suffolk 01473 630 800 Marquis Gloucestershire 01684 296 277 Marquis Berkshire Surrey 01635 248 888 Marquis Sussex 01825 873 377 Marquis Hampshire 01489 860 666 Marquis Dorset Ec dn 0800 026 77 77 Marquis D www marquisleisure co uk Fulll display of new E pre owned caravarms i Limited disntay of new Caravans Devon 01752 892 977 11 2 SERVICE DETAILS RECOMMENDED ANNUAL SERVICE CHECK FOR MOTOR CARAVAN BODIES AND CONVERSIONS It is recommended that the annual service is carried out by an approved motorhome service centre Introduction This entire section offers guidelines for the checking of a motorhome s habitation area and to ensure continual compliance with EN1646 1 It does not cover any part of the base vehicle although there may be minor overlapping such as tyre pressures cab seats internal lights battery a
6. Do remove spills as soon as they occur Do always use oven gloves when removing food shelves and trays from the oven Do check that controls are in the off position when finished Do not allow children near the cooker when in use Turn pan handles away from the front so that they cannot be caught accidentally Do not allow fats or oils to build up in the oven trays or base Do not use abrasive cleaners or powders that will scratch the surfaces of the hotplate and oven Do not under any circumstances use the oven as a space heater B Temperature control The temperature in the oven is controlled by a thermostatic gas tap and is variable over the range 130 deg C to 240 deg C Approximate temperatures for the settings on the control knob are shown in the following table The temperatures indicated refer to the centre of the oven and at any particular setting the oven will be hotter at the top and cooler towards the base The variation between the top and centre and centre to bottom is approximately equivalent to one gas mark Good use can be made of the temperature variation in that several dishes requiring different temperatures may be cooked at the same time In this way maximum benefit can be obtained from the gas used to heat the oven Care should be taken not to overload the oven adequate spacing being used to allow free circulation for heat Cooking guidelines IMPORTANT The pan supplied with the oven is m
7. ON Battery Current 5 4 Amps Water Tank Fill Start 1 Min Clock Set 12 00 Alarm Set 12 00 Alarm OFF Shows the status of the Tank Heaters on off when fitted Press the select button 8 to switch between OFF and ON Current in Amps being drawn from or charged into the selected battery If a solar panel is fitted this display will include the current being provided by the solar panel Allows operation of the External pump for a period of one minute for filling the internal tank from the external tank Use the select button to START or STOP Access to set the internal clock Press the select button 44 to select HOUR Use the up down Y buttons to change Press the select button 44 to select MINUTE Use the up down Y buttons to change Press the select button 44 to exit Access to set the alarm clock Press the select button l to select hour Use the up down Y buttons to change Press the select button 44 to select MINUTE Use the up down Y buttons to change Press the select button 44 to exit Shows the alarm clock status on off Press the select button to switch between OFF or ON 1 30 The addition of a tank symbol in the top centre of the main EC325 display indicates that the tank heater are on Negative figure current being drawn from the selected battery Positive figure current being used to charge the selected ba
8. Remarks Advice to Customers SECTION 7 LIFT UP ROOFS LIFTING MECHANISM LM CANVAS SIDE WALLS SOLID SIDE WALLS LOCKING SECTION 8 GAS SYSTEM HOSE amp PIPING APPLIANCES SECTION 9 WATER SYSTEM FRESH WATER TANK WASTE WATER TANK FILTER PUMP SYSTEM CHECK WASTE WATER SYSTEM COUPLINGS amp FLUIDS SECTION 10 ELECTRICS 12 VOLT SYSTEM BATTERIES FUSES FUSE HOLDERS J o PAPPLIANCES MAINS 230voLrsysTeM S SECTION 11 VENTILATION 0 00 00 HGHiEVEL ____ 0 o DEALER SIGNED DATE 12 9 INDEX A Annual Service Checks 12 1 6 1 B Bed assembly eiae eb 9 34 EIUS 9 7 C Cleaning General RR NR 10 1 Stainless Steel 10 2 Upholstery 10 2 Codes of Conduct 2 1 81618 52 MP IR 9 1 Cycle Rack KM Pm 4 1 D Data Record MR E 11 1 E Electricity 7 10 Instructions for Electricity Supply 7 10 Overseas Connection 7 11 Electronic Control System sj 9 37 Equipment Arrangement 9 29 9 36 Fan Extractor 9 6 G GaS nen reer 7 4 Gas OWES M 7 4 Gas Safety Advice
9. The waste water tank is positioned in the centre of the vehicle behind the rear axle and is drained by a grey tap located below the skirt behind the rear wheel For capacities of both see the Technical Specification Section The freshwater tank is filled through the Whale socket on the side of the vehicle using the special hose supplied See next page for further details All tanks and pipework are manufactured to food grade material specification Breathers Both tanks are fitted with breathers which allow air displacement when filling When filling the fresh water tank water may escape SHOWER HEAD CONS IF FITTED DUMP VALVE IF FITTED e PRESSURE SENSITIVE WATER PUMP DRAIN TAP Ay through these breathers this should give no cause for concern Frost Precaution If the vehicle is not being used during freezing conditions the water should be drained If the vehicle is being used in such conditions refer to the heater section for options available to set up automatic draining of the heater FRESH WATER PUMP A Whale submersible water pump is fitted in the freshwater tank of your vehicle This is a compact self venting high flow pump which is quiet in operation and has a maximum flow rate of 15 8 litres per minute Maintenance The pump is a sealed unit so no maintenance is required other than a check as part of the annual habitation service Ensuring the water supply is free of de
10. automatically when you press it firmly shut The mechanism keeps the door shut while driving OPERATION Before first use it is recommended that the inside of the refrigerator is cleaned and that it is allowed to operate for at least eight hours before putting any food into it Smart Energy Selection Your refrigerator is equipped with Smart Energy Selection SES which means that it will automatically select the best power source available When you start the refrigerator you should usually select the AUTO mode and the refrigerator will then apply the following priority mains voltage 230V direct current 12V liquid gas The system will always try to operate using the highest priority energy source available If a fault occurs with one energy source the system will automatically switch to the next available If no energy sources are available the blue LED will flash and show an error code FITTED EQUIPMENT Switching on power sources you want The LCD Important note The SES memory saves display will show the selected option every change made to the settings hence e Set the desired cooling level by means of the system will start up on each subsequent the selection switch C The LCD display occasion in the last selected setting will show the selected option Switching on Powering with electricity Refer to page 9 18 for illustration of the Powering with electricity can be selected by control panel the A
11. for maintaining the room temperature The gas burner is not enabled until the power requirement is higher and is the first to switch off during heat up operations Summer operation boiler operation only Gas operation or 230V electrical operation is used for hot water preparation The water temperature can be set to 40 deg C or 60 C With gas operation the water is heated at the lowest burner setting Once the water temperature is reached the burner switches off Depending on the fuse protection at the camping site power of 900W 3 94 or 1800w 7 8A can be manually selected for electrical operation Note Mixed operation is not possible With this setting the unit automatically selects electrical operation The gas burner is not enabled FITTED EQUIPMENT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Caution Always observe the operating instructions and Important operating notes prior to starting The vehicle owner is responsible for the correct operation of the appliance Note Before using for the first time it is essential to flush the entire water supply through with clean warm water If the heater is not being used always drain the water contents if there is a risk of frost There can be no claims under guarantee for damage caused by frost Power selector switch 230V a Power selection rotary switch b Electric operation 230V 1800W c Electric operation 230V 900W d Gas operation e Mixed operati
12. pressure release vent seal and the cap seal should be regularly treated with Thetford High Grade Seal Lubricant This will ensure that the seals remain supple and in good condition If the toilet is not to be used for any length of time it is important to treat the seals with Thetford High Grade Seal Lubricant after cleaning NOTE Never use Vaseline or any vegetable oil except olive oil These may cause leakage N B The valve blade seal is a part of the toilet that is subject to wear Depending on the extent and manner of service after a certain period the seal will become less effective and must be replaced Winter operation You can use your Thetford cassette toilet as usual in cold weather as long as the toilet is situated in a heated location If this is not the case there is a risk of freezing In that case we advise that the toilet is drained by following the instructions under Storage For environmental reasons the use of antifreeze such as that used in a car radiator is not advised FITTED EQUIPMENT ELECTRIC ENTRANCE STEP Your motorhome is fitted with an electrically operated side step which is operated by a switch located adjacent to the entrance door Note When extending the step hold the switch until the step is completely extended NEVER MOUNT THE STEP IF RETRACTED OR IF NOT FULLY EXTENDED because then the blocking is not working and the motor can be damaged Caution In the event of
13. temperate climates and is certified Grade 1 in accordance with EN 1646 1 2004 indicating an effective heating system is fitted but has not been tested for thermal performance Handbook Any queries should be addressed to your Auto Sleeper dealer Appliance Instructions The appliance instructions included have been extracted from those supplied from the appliance manufacturers Automotive Mercedes For all automotive matters you should refer to the Mercedes vehicle instructions manual This includes tyre pressures referring to the type of tyres fitted The Auto Sleeper conversion does not affect the tyre pressures in any way as it is built within the design envelope of the base vehicle IMPORTANT In the interests of safety replacements parts for appliances must conform to the manufacturer s specification and should be fitted by them or an authorised agent INTRODUCTION To deal with your queries efficiently always quote your vehicle s production number which can be found in the glove compartment eg N123 Please read and complete the warranty registration card supplied with your vehicle and return to the address below without delay Auto Sleepers Limited Orchard Works Willersey Nr Broadway Worcestershire WR12 7QF Tele 01386 853338 Fax 01386 858343 E mail sales auto sleepers co uk This introduction is aimed at those who are new to motor caravanning and indeed caravanning in gener
14. vehicle is in motion any seat swivels are locked in the forward facing position Map Storage In the rear of each cab seat there is a map pocket for storage of maps periodicals and light items A ARRIVAL AT SITE CHECK SITE REGULATIONS Siting your Motorhome When siting your motorhome keep to the roadways unless otherwise directed Obey the speed limit which in general is 10 mph Only a person in possession of a current driving licence is permitted to drive on the site Stopping distances on grass are considerably greater than on tarmac Selecting a Pitch Carefully select where you wish to park your motorhome The site should be as level as possible well drained and away from boggy areas and preferably not under or near trees Consider also how you will move your motorhome when leaving the site For example on sloping ground in wet conditions pitch facing downhill Levelling The optional rear corner steadies which can be lowered by using the brace supplied are designed to give greater stability to the vehicle when it is stationary on site The brace is stored in the wardrobe Note On no account should the rear corner steadies be used to jack up the vehicle when carrying out maintenance or changing a wheel It is important to site your motorhome level to ensure correct operation of the refrigeration etc by using purpose made ramps and NOT bricks or such items Awning Light The e
15. Frost Protect Button When the frost protection option has been installed with the power on press the frost protect button to turn on the water tank heating system The adjacent LED will illuminate to show that the tank heating system is on Note This feature is NOT enabled at the time of manufacture CONNECTION OF SERVICES aly Button Description Ceiling Light Button This switch turns the ceiling lights on and off Scroll Up Use this button to scroll through the various menu screen items or to make setting adjustments Select Use this button to select options items or to cancel alarms warnings Note The screen illumination backlight will turn off after a period of time Press the select button to reactive the illumination Scroll Down Use this button to scroll through the various manu screen items or to make setting adjustments CONNECTION OF SERVICES aly 2 6 Operation while driving The EC500 system is designed to shutdown parts of the system whilst the engine is running This is to meet Electro Magnetic Compatibility EMC regulations and to ensure the safe operation of your motorhome Please ensure the system shutdown switch on the PSU is in the on button in position before driving see 2 2 This will ensure the electronic system is active and will therefore be able to control the charging process supply the refrigerator and monitor other system circuits When fitted designated 12v sockets en ro
16. Too much the condenser Check that the door shuts ryan eee Too much food stored Let the food cool off first Technical data lp HORSE Usable capacity incl freezer compartment 145 litres Freezer compartment capacity 25 litres Electricity consumption 24 4 0 KW average at 25 C ambient Gas consumption 24 0 42 kg average at 25 ambient 9 20 B FITTED EQUIPMENT Control panel diagnostics Your refrigerator has a LCD control panel with a special diagnostics area which displays an error code if there is a fault Contact your dealer or Thetford Service Centre Senses flame when gas should be OFF Senses gas output terminal ON when should be OFF Senses gas output terminal OFF when should be ON AC mains supply is 20 below Your controls are in manual AC mode but there is nominal no power available Check 230V is plugged in if so the voltage supply is too low Contact site owner Gas lock out because flame Your controls are in manual gas mode but flame fails to ignite fails to ignite after 30 seconds Check if gas cylinder is empty or if isolation valve is closed Select another energy source Reset the refrigerator 3 or 4 times in gas mode until flame ignites Contact your dealer or Thetford Servic
17. a step is used it is put away before moving off Check wheel nuts are secure and tyre pressures are correct Ensure if required that your fresh water tank is full and your waste tank is empty Referring to your base vehicle manual check all fluid levels including automotive fuel and tyre pressures Remember to check that your spare tyre is of the recommended pressure Ensure that on models fitted with an elevating roof the roof is securely locked down with the exterior catches applied The fridge vent covers should be fitted when the vehicle is to be driven in order to comply with European Type Approval regulations for vehicle external projections Ensure that the toilet flush tank only contains a small amount of water 1 2 litres in order to minimise the risk of leaks or spillage whilst the vehicle is in motion Check underneath the vehicle for stray items Safely store levelling blocks away in an appropriate place ON THE ROAD Pulling Off Engage the clutch smoothly Avoid wear and tear on clutch and transmission by taking extra care Change gears smoothly Try not to jerk the clutch MOTORWAY DRIVING Speed Limits UK If a speed limit is not in force your motorhome can be driven up to 7Omph on motorways 60mph on dual carriageways and 50mph on single carriageways 1 Reduce Speed i high or cross winds ii iii In poor visibility Downhill 2 High sided vehicles cause air
18. axle to its maximum because doing so would exceed the overall MTPLM of the whole vehicle AY TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION 4 VEHICLE MASSES masses in kg Payload calculations to Masses amp Dimensions Directive 92 21 EEC Engine 2 1 TDCi WORCESTER Automatic Data for standard roof version Low Profile Vehicle Designation 316 CDi Maximum Technically Permissible Laden Mass MTPLM 3880 Mass in Running Order MRO 3376 Mass of the User Payload 504 Designated Passenger Seats excluding driver 1 Conventional Load 75kg per person 75 Essential Habitation Equipment 15 Personal Effects standard minimum figure 93 Payload remaining available for Personal effects Options Accessories 321 Optional Premium Pack 41 Maximum Braked Trailer Mass Gross Train Mass Axles Mass of Front Axle in Running Order 1490 Mass of Rear Axle in Running Order 1886 MTPLM Front Axle 1800 MTPLM Rear Axle 2430 Note The MRO of a vehicle with the Manual gearbox is 32 kg less than with the Automatic gearbox hence the User Payload will be 32 kg greater than the figure given above TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION a VEHICLE DIMENSIONS MODEL Data for standard roof version Base Vehicle Manufacturer Base Vehicle Model Wheelbase DIMENSIONS Overall Length Overall Width mirrors extended Overall Width mirrors folded Overall Height Internal Height maximum Internal Height minimum Front Double Bed Single Bed nearside Singl
19. box are OFF until after the mains cable has been connected In case of doubt consult the site owner or his agent 2 MAKE SURE THAT THE SWITCH AT THE SITE SUPPLY POINT IS OFF 3 Lift the cover of the electricity inlet provided on the motorhome and insert the connector of the supply flexible cable 4 Remove any cover from the socket outlet provided at the site supply point and connect the plug at the other end of the supply flexible cable to this Switch on the main switch at the site supply point Note Use mains cable fully uncoiled and protect from traffic Caution Be aware that the 12V appliances except the refrigerator will not operate whilst the ignition is switched on and the vehicle engine running The master switch on the electrical control panel controls the 12 volt supply IT IS IMPORTANT THAT THE MAIN SWITCH AT THE SITE SUPPLY POINT SHOULD BE SWITCHED OFF THE SUPPLY FLEXIBLE CABLE DISCONNECTED AND ANY COVER REPLACED ON THE SOCKET OUTLET AT THE SITE SUPPLY POINT BEFORE DISCONNECTING THE FLEXIBLE CABLE FROM THE MOTORHOME IT IS DANGEROUS TO LEAVE THE SUPPLY SOCKET OR SUPPLY FLEXIBLE CABLE LIVE Note Please check appliance manufacturers handbook to see if suitable for use with generator or charger A generator may only be connected via the mains socket If using a generator you also need to comply with the requirements instructions supplied with the generator Because motorhomes
20. buttons to adjust the setting If the timer is turned on a stopwatch symbol will be shown in the header area Press select again to exit the settings 7 27 CONNECTION OF SERVICES aly 4 4 6 System Warnings Screens Fresh Tank Level LOW Fresh Mater Tank 25x Full The system can display a number of warnings The control panel will beep and display the appropriate message Press the select button to cancel the warning See sections 3 4B and 3 8 for an explanation of typical system warnings 1 28 CONNECTION OF SERVICES 5 EC300 Control Panel Display Options Notes EC300 v2 20 Leisure Battery 12 5v Good Vehicle Battery 13 3v Good Mains Supply ON Fresh Water 25 Full Waste Water 096 Full External Temp 2 Main Control Panel display showing model number EC300 software version number current time 12 00 and Internal temperature 23 990 in centrigrade Voltage reading and battery condition description for the on board leisure battery See also 3 5 3 Voltage reading and battery condition description for the vehicle battery See also 3 5 3 Indication of the 230V mains supply Water level in the fresh water tank 5 measurement levels If the water pump power switch is turned ON and the water level drops below 2596 a warning beep will be heard and the LCD display will flash To cancel the warning press the select l button The warning will not be repea
21. equipment essential habitation equipment and personal effects such as clothing food pets bicycles sailboards sports equipment etc Note 2 Warning Under no circumstances should the maximum technically permissible laden mass of this motor caravan or its individual axles be exceeded DEFINITIONS Maximum Technically Permissible Laden Mass MTPLM The Maximum Technically Permissible Laden Mass is a figure given by the manufacturer of the base vehicle It is the combined maximum permitted weight of the vehicle and all of its contents both inside and out The MTPLM is unaffected by the Auto Sleeper conversion Mass in Running Order MRO The Mass in Running Order is defined as the mass of the vehicle equipped to the manufacturer s standard specification and including the following e Driver assumed to be 75 kg 11st 1216 e Fuel tank 90 full Freshwater tank filled to 90 capacity e LPG gas storage tank s filled to 90 capacity Water heating system 90 full e Mains electricity connection cable All other optional equipment whether on the base vehicle or part of the conversion is excluded from the mass in running order Mass of the User Payload The Mass of the User Payload is the difference between the MPTLM and the MRO It is the vehicle s carrying capacity for everything placed in or on it including the passengers but excluding the driver who is already included in the MRO Everything
22. for all winter use Note See Technical Specification section for recommended gas bottle sizes Ae CHANGING GAS CYLINDERS Ensure that the cylinder is empty then i Turn off the tap located by the gas regulator ii Turn off cylinder valve and all gas appliances Remove the gas hose from the cylinder If the gas hose is left disconnected protect the open inlet against the entry of dirt or insects KG gt W R LJ Release retaining strap v Remove oylinder from gas locker and stand on ground vi Fit plastic protecting cap to cylinder Full cylinder i Place cylinder in cradle in gas locker ii Remove plastic protector from cylinder iii Connect the gas hose Connect retaining strap v Turn on cylinder valve and then systematically relight appliances as required If cylinders other than those recommended are used then the user must ensure that 1 2 3 The cylinders are adequately supported Do not block ventilation openings Cannot cause damage to fixtures and fittings located in the compartment CONNECTION OF SERVICES GAS SAFETY ADVICE Facts about LPG LPG is not poisonous Bi products are harmless There is danger if all air and oxygen were excluded Ventilation holes must be kept clear at all times LPG has been given a smell by the manufacturers in order to identify leaks Only use gas cylinders stored in the dedica
23. grade cloths woven and thus easily washable that are recommended by Farecia for use with their materials The above can be purchased from our Service Centre Willerly 01386 853511 CARE OF YOUR MOTORHOME UPHOLSTERY MAINTENANCE Cleaning Upholstery should be brushed or vacuumed regularly Fabrics should be wiped every six to eight weeks with a lint free cloth and fabric cleaning fluid Velour materials may be dry cleaned Fabric Care Fabric snags caused by sharp objects such as toys nails etc should be trimmed off immediately Never attempt to pull them off since this could cause the snag to run Whenever possible avoid exposing the upholstery to direct sunlight which might eventually cause the colour to fade Fabrics with a velour type pile finish will develop crush marks in use this is unavoidable and does not affect the quality of the product in any way Stain Removal A proprietary dry cleaning fluid will remove most household stains However stubborn stains such as coffee wine or ice cream may need pre treatment with a mild soap and distilled water Small marks in velour type fabrics can usually be removed by stroking along the pile using a small brush and warm water We strongly recommend that before commencing any treatment an inconspicuous piece of material is tested for colourfastness and shinkage If in doubt please contact a professional dry cleaning company Do not apply cleaning so
24. highway or private road the Highway Code should be complied with and full consideration given to other road users In the event of a motorhome travelling slowly and there being a queue of traffic behind the driver of the motorhome should where possible pull over in order to let the other traffic pass When the vehicle is in motion it is compulsory that all passengers are seated and seat restraint straps worn Exterior steps should be properly retracted and secured When the vehicle is being refuelled or on a ferry all gas systems must be turned off Gas appliances should only be used when the vehicle is in motion when the manufacturer of the appliance permits such use Handbook Before using a motorhome all aspects of the handbooks produced by the chassis manufacturer and the converter must be read and adhered to Environment Care and consideration should be taken to protect the environment Observe the Country and Coastal Codes shown below The Country Code Enjoy the countryside but respect its life and Work More people than ever before are exploring the countryside interested in farming plant life bird watching or just observing the general wildlife Whatever your interest there is a lot to learn but please observe the following code Guard against all risk of fires Hay and heath land catch alight easily and once ablaze are very hard to put out Remember Fire Spreads Quickly e Keep
25. in a competent installer to rectify LPG taps require a special grease e Always seek advice when in doubt Input Ratings Input rating for the gas appliances are as follows Refrigerator 0 1kW Hal Or ek 2 4kW ci r 1 5kW Water heater 1 5kW 2 00 1 5kW Hob burners 3 1 5kW each CONNECTION OF SERVICES ELECTRICITY As with electricity in the home care must be exercised when handling mains electricity Your attention is drawn to the following notice as laid down by the Institute of Electrical Engineers INSTRUCTIONS FOR ELECTRICITY SUPPLY On arrival at caravan site The motorhome mains inlet flexible supply cable and its limits are shown on page 7 12 1 Before connecting the motorhome installation to the mains supply check that a the mains supply is suitable for your installation and appliances i e whether it is a c or d c and whether it is at the correct voltage and frequency b your installation will be properly earthed Never accept a supply from a socket outlet or plug having only two pins or from a lighting outlet and c any residual current device earth leakage circuit breaker in the mains supply to the motorhome has been tested within the last month d Ensure that the RCD and the main switch on the electrical control
26. listed in italics below must be subtracted from the payload Mass of the Conventional Load The Conventional Load is the mass of the passengers carried and must be subtracted from the payload The EU standard person weighs 75kg 11st 1216 The user should adjust the figure according to the mass and number of passengers carried Motorhome Manufacturers designate passenger seats as being suitable for travelling and provide seat belts accordingly Multiplying the weight of the passengers by the number of passengers gives the Conventional Load Please note that a driver at 75kg 11st 121b is included in the MRO TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION Essential Habitation Equipment The Essential Habitation Equipment is defined as the items of fluids required for the safe and proper functioning of habitation equipment As the gas and freshwater are now included in the MRO by definition this means the mass of water in the toilet system flush tank This must be subtracted from the User Payload Auto Sleepers include the low voltage 230V connection cable and the habitation battery in the mass in running order Options Personal Effects and Accessories When options personal effects and accessories are fitted or carried the mass must be subtracted from the user payload All optional equipment whether on the base vehicle or part of the conversion is excluded from the mass in running order Personal effects are any items of any
27. lubricants that might impart unpleasant smells to the meals being cooked A non toxic smoke may occur when using for the first time so open any windows and turn on mechanical ventilators to help remove the smoke Although the oven does heat up quickly it is recommended that a 10 minutes preheat be allowed The oven should be up to full temperature in about 15 20 mins To turn off turn the control knob until the line on the control knob is aligned with the dot on the control panel FITTED EQUIPMENT 8 Flame Failure Device FFD the oven burner is fitted with a flame sensing probe which will automatically cut off the gas supply in the event of the flame going out 9 Shelf the shelf has been designed to allow good circulation at the rear of the oven and are also fitted with a raised bar to prevent trays or dishes making contact with the back of the oven To remove a shelf pull forward until it stops raise at front and remove WARNINGS All pans should be mounted centrally over the burners even when cooling to protect adjacent walls Do not lower hob cover until hobs have cooled On no account should these appliances be used as a space heater Do s and Don ts Do read the user instructions carefully before using the appliance for the first time Do allow the oven to heat before using for the first time in order to expel any smells before the introduction of food Do clean the appliance regularly
28. maximum of 15 minutes Do not run the pump without water Do not use the pump in water temperatures above 40 C 100 F It is best to stand the pump vertically Maintenance The pump is fitted with a strainer which should be inspected and cleaned at frequent intervals The pump is a completely sealed unit no maintenance is required Helpful Hints Before switching on place the pump in water and shake for a few seconds in a horizontal or inverted position to release trapped air This will ensure successful priming and should be repeated after refilling the water tank The plug for the Whale socket has a groove under the handgrip for clipping the water hose into when refilling the water container Fault Finding 1 If the pump will not run Check contacts in plug and socket are clean and making contact Check wiring connections 2 f the pump cycles on off with tap closed Check for air or water leaks in taps and piping Re adjust pressure switch 3 If pump motor runs steadily and will not stop Check that there is water in the container Battery voltage may be too low at or below 10 5 volts Adjust pressure switch and or recharge battery Check all connections in pipe work The Whale Tiptoe Pump can be fitted in line with the submersible pump and used as a manual back up Notes The socket lid must be used to lock the plug securely into the socket On the back of the filler socket on the inside of th
29. of the selected battery will be displayed on the screen This button is also present on the PSU unit so this feature can also be operated from the PSU Pump Button With the power on press the pump button to turn the water pump on Press the button again to turn the pump off The adjacent LED will illuminate when the pump is on and also the level of the water tank will be displayed on the screen This button is also present on the PSU unit so this feature can also be operated from the PSU Light Button With the power on press the light button to turn the main internal lighting on Press the button again to turn the lights off The adjacent LED will illuminate when the lights are on The lights will be turned on and off automatically each time the power button is operated This button is also present on the PSU unit so this feature can also be operated from the PSU Battery Select By default the leisure battery is selected as the power source if no mains supply is present or as the battery to be charged when the mains supply is available To change the selected battery press the vehicle battery select button The selected or Active battery is shown on the screen and on EC300 panels is also indicated by the adjacent LED LED off Leisure battery LED on vehicle battery Awning Light Button With the power on press the awning light button to turn the awning light on or off The adjacent LED will illuminate when the light is on
30. offside of the vehicle SAFETY SECURITY ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS Batteries Battery terminals and connectors should be firmly attached Battery surfaces should be free of moisture and dirt Where removable cell taps are fitted these must be screwed firmly home When removing a battery always remove the negative cable first On re connection the negative cable should be connected last Switch off all lamps and appliances before disconnecting the battery Do not smoke while working on or near to the battery Fuses Always replace blown fuses with one of a correct rating Overload Never overload any electrical circuit especially the 12 volt socket outlet The rating of appliances should be checked before connection Shower Compartment Light Ensure that water does not ingress into the light unit Charger Unit Keep the charger unit well ventilated and never allow material or bags to be in contact with the unit casing which gets hot when the unit is operating 230 Volt Mains Operation Before connecting to the supply ensure that the contacts in both the plug and the socket are clean and dry and that the hook up plug is firmly located and locked into the socket The RCD must be easily accessible at all times GENERAL Before using your Auto Sleeper you should be fully conversant with the following safety precautions if you are in any doubt as to the meaning of any of them you should contact your supply
31. order to reduce the unit s temperature No 230 V operating voltage 230 V fuse defective Overheating protection has activated B Rectification Check battery voltage 12V Check all electrical plug connections Check the unit or vehicle fuse and replace if necessary see fuses Select higher room temperature at the control panel Close window Charge battery Please contact the Truma Service Centre Check gas supply and open valves Inspect openings for contamination slush ice leaves etc and remove contamination if necessary Check individual outlet apertures Remove blockage from recirculated air intake Use regulator heating EisEx Use propane at temperatures below 10 C in particular butane is unsuitable for heating purposes After running will switch off after a few minutes Only at that time will a failure reset be possible switch off and then back on No failure After running will switch off after approximately 5 min utes The heater can be switched back on at any time during the after running phase in winter operation in summer operation only after two minutes Check 230 V operating voltage Check 230 V fuse and replace if necessary Reset overheating protection Allow heater to cool remove connection cover and press reset button 9 15 FITTED EQUIPMENT REFRIGERATOR FREEZER A Main switch on off B Mode selection switc
32. out refer to operating instructions Battery charger does not Charger switched off Switch on at control box operate check MCB is on Refrigerator does not operate Switch on refrigerator Check position of thermostat on 230V thermostat dial not on dial Element fault Refer to dealer Cooker Hotplate not heating No power Check MCB is on up Check isolation switch in under kitchen cupboard is on 10 6 CARE OF YOUR MOTORHOME 2 LPG TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Appliance will not light No gas Change the cylinder Check isolation tap is open Low battery auto ignition Charge battery Appliance lights but goes out Flame supervision device FSD Refer to dealer immediately the FSD override is not functioning correctly Gas leak Turn off the gas at the isolation tap and do not use the gas system until the problem has been rectified In the event of a leaking cylinder contact the site warden and or the local gas supplier is released Yellow flame Lack of primary air please note Refer to dealer yellow tipping to the flame is normal Orange flame Particles of dust or dirt in the Reduce the amount of dust in mixing tube being carried air through the burner ports Burner ports partically blocked Refer to dealer Floating flame Lack of secondary air Check all vents are clear air inlet to vehicle Blocked retention ports Check retention ports are clear If in an oven Check the flue way is clear 10 7 CARE OF YOU
33. roof vents The ventilation provided has been carefully calculated and relates to the rating of the appliances in the vehicle Roof vents must not be covered with anything that may limit or affect the ventilation they provide Maintenance Under no circumstances should any fixed ventilation aperture be blocked covered either partially or fully or be modified in any manner whatsoever They should be checked at least annually for damage or blockage Screens and or grilles should be kept clean and free from dust See diagram of upper lower ventilation All ventilation complies with BS EN 721 and vents should not be obstructed in any manner as this could lead to insufficient fresh air In this case the confined atmosphere becomes depleted of oxygen which leads to the formation of the highly poisonous gas carbon monoxide Carbon Monoxide is odourless colourless and tasteless and will rapidly cause unconsciousness and death with little or no warning prior to collapse THERE IS NO DANGER WHEN ADEQUATE VENTILATION IS PROVIDED When you are cooking it is essential to provide additional ventilation such as opening windows near grill cooker or oven Roof mounted Flue installations All flue installations should be inspected once a year throughout their length for corrosion Flues should be replaced if any sign of perforation is found Ensure that the replacement is of an approved type WARNING Never allow modific
34. safety please do not obstruct them Air Bags Do not fit rear facing children s seats to front facing seat protected by air bags It is recommended that small children do not sit in the front passenger seat whilst the vehicle is in motion Follow the advice given in your base vehicle instruction book SAFETY SECURITY Smoke Alarm A Fire Angel battery operated smoke alarm is fitted to your vehicle Please read carefully the manufacturers instructions supplied in order to understand it s operation Features Battery operated Operating light LED flashes approximately every 40 seconds confirming unit is powered e Low battery warning Unit beeps approximately every 40 seconds for up to 7 days when the battery needs replacing e Sensitivity test button Tests sensitivity circuitry battery horn e 85 decibel Piezo electric alarm Automatically resets when hazardous condition has passed e Smart Silence which enables you to temporarily silence your alarm for 10 minutes whilst cooking in order to avoid unnecessary alarms WARNING Test smoke alarm operation after vehicle has been in storage before each trip and at least once per week during use Your alarm requires one 9 volt battery Under normal use the battery should last approximately one year Simple maintenance Gently vacuum the outside of the alarm every three months using a soft brush to help keep the unit working effici
35. sides rear panel and ceiling and contributes greatly to the insulation qualities Stainless Steel Sink and Drainer The stainless steel sink and drainer should only be cleaned with light detergent Under no circumstances should bleach be used since this will react adversely with the stainless steel and may cause small holes in the metal Immediately beneath the sink is a slide out cutlery drawer Extra Work Surface Extra work surface is provided by a slide out flap below the kitchen worktop which is retained in its stowed position by an internal catch It is not recommended to travel with this worktop extended nor of course with anything on it Habitation Battery The battery is a 110AH 12V low maintenance leisure battery which should only require attention at the annual habitation service If a replacement habitation battery should be required then it is important that the replacement be of the same type and specification as that originally fitted WARNING Switch off all appliances and lamps before connecting or disconnecting the habitation battery FITTED EQUIPMENT Electronic Control System Battery Charger A Sargent EC500 Power Control System is fitted to your vehicle It features a built in intelligent offline battery charger a system monitoring circuit and a digital control panel with scrolling menus For a full description of this unit including operating instructions and fault finding ref
36. temperature difference between the setting on the control panel and the current room temperature Once the room temperature selected on the control panel has been reached the heater switches off The warm air fan continues to run at slow speed until the outgoing air temperature on the unit has fallen to 40 C or less FITTED EQUIPMENT Switching off Switch off heater at control panel using rotary switch position o The green LED k goes off Note If the green LED k blinks after switching off then the unit s after running is active in order to reduce the unit s temperature This will end after a few minutes and the green LED k will go off CAUTION Always drain water contents if there is risk of frost If the appliance is not to be used for a prolonged period close the quick acting valve in the gas supply line and turn off the gas cylinder Gas operation fault If a fault occurs during gas operation the red LED r on the control panel illuminates Please consult the troubleshooting list for possible causes A reset fault reset is carried out by switching off waiting until all LED s on the control panel have stopped flashing and then switching the heater on again Note If a window to which a window switch has been fitted is opened the heater stops operating and the red LED r flashes The heater continues operating when the window is closed Electrical operation fault If a fault occurs d
37. the rear step being left extended a buzzer positioned behind the dashboard will sound when the ignition is switched on and the step will self retract The step automatically retracts when the ignition is switched on Maintenance Dirt and frost can prevent the step from operating properly In this case the moving parts should be cleaned defrosted points of movement are layered in maintenance free bearings Consult manufacturers literature for further maintenance details REVERSING CAMERA A wide angle colour reversing camera is fitted to your vehicle adjacent to the high mounted rear stop lamp The monitor is clipped over the original interior mirror and is automatically activated when reverse gear is selected Take care to avoid hard objects from scratching the LCD surface of the screen 9 27 B FITTED EQUIPMENT INTERNAL LAYOUT General The Worcester is designed to sleep two people in a transverse double bed or two single beds at the front of the vehicle Cab Seats Both the reclining cab seats have full forward and rearward movement by releasing the catch on the side of the seat and sliding it to the required position The passenger and driver s seat are fitted with a swivel mechanism which is operated by a lever at the side of the seat Ensure that the seats are locked in the forward facing position before travelling Accommodation Seating The Worcester features nearside and of
38. to public paths across farmland Use gates and stiles to cross fences hedges and walls e Leave livestock crops and machinery alone View from a distance Take your litter home it is unsightly and harmful to wildlife Help to keep all water clean Take special care of country roads e no unnecessary noise Most animals are very timid noises can disturb them unnecessarily If you want to get the best out of the country go quietly The Coastal Code As our coastlines are increasingly used for recreation and education the following suggestions are made to enable us to enjoy our inheritance and preserve it for posterity e Do not trample about move rocks unnecessarily e Do not frighten seals or seabirds e Do not spear fish e Do not spill detergents solvents or fuel from boats as these can kill marine life When sailing moderate your speed the wash from a fast boat can destroy banks and nests e Live mollusks and crustaceans need not be collected as souvenirs dead shells can usually be found e Shellfish can take years to grow and fines can be imposed for not observing national regulations e Do not pull up seaweed unnecessarily e Make your visit instructive not destructive e at material don t remove it Take notes and photographs not specimens e Observe bye laws and be considerate to others e National Trust prop
39. used The hose length is the length of the flexible portion of the hose assembly Do not use external cylinders and or extension hoses Check piping for condition damage and correct support Carry out an overall leak test Appliances In general the checking of gas appliances can be divided into the following 1 Cleaning 2 Operation of controls 3 Correct flame structure 4 Flues 5 Flame failure device 6 Security Cleaning e Where apprpriate remove cover s to gain access to heat exchanger Clean away any fluff or foreign matter Reassemble and test Clean flame viewing window Controls e Check that all knobs etc work smoothly and are secure on their spindles If gas taps require greasing to ease stiffness use only approved LPG grease Check that appliances can be brought into service using the normal controls Correct Flame Structure e Check that all pilot flames burn quietly and clearly Refrigerator With the refrigerator gas control turned to maximum the colour of the flame should be predominantly blue SERVICE DETAILS Instantaneous Water Heating The main burner flame should be of even height and blue in colour A flame burning yellow will allow sooting to occur Ovens The oven flame should burn quietly and be of even height mainly blue green in colour If the gas is propane the flame will normally develop yellow tips as the burner heats up If the gas is butane a small am
40. when the unit is switched on by means of the ZUCB time switch but the heater does not operate The green LED comes on when the unit is switched on by means of the ZUCB time switch but the heater does not operate After the heater is switched on the green LED is lit and the red LED blinks Approximately 30 seconds after the heater is switched on the red LED is lit After operating for a longer period of time the heater switches to failure Green and red LEDs blink after heater is switched off Green LED blinks after heater is switched off When the device is switched on in electrical operation the red LED on the control panel flashes the yellow LED on the power se lector switch does not illuminate and the heater does not heat up Cause No operating voltage Device fuse or vehicle fuse defective The temperature setting on the control panel is lower than the room temperature Open window above cowl window switch Battery voltage is too low 10 5V Electronics are defective Gas oylinder or quick closure valve in the gas line is closed Combustion air infeed or exhaust outlet is sealed Hot air outlets blocked Recirculated air intake Gas pressure regulator iced up Butane content in the gas cylinder too high Unit was switched off during failure After running is active in order to reduce the unit s temperature After running is active in
41. will be turned off will remain visible for 1 minute Step still out When the engine is started and the step Message on screen and rapid beeps has failed to retract automatically from the control panel The beeping will not stop until the fault is cleared Mains lead hook up When the engine is started and the Message on screen and repeated cable still connected mains cable is still plugged in and beeps from the control panel The plugged in switched on beeping will not stop until the fault is cleared 3 12 Event Timer Operation The event timer is designed to allow the motorhome user to turn the 12v power on or off in the same way as using the control panel power button without being in the vehicle This allows lights or other equipment to be turned on or off at a predetermined time Example to turn on one interior light at 11 00pm for 1 hour Ensure the clock is set to the correct time EC480 Scroll to the System Time Setting screen Follow the instructions in section 4 to set the ON time to 23 00 and the OFF time to 24 00 Set the Timer to ON A stopwatch symbol will appear in the header area to indicate the timer is set Turn all lights and 12v equipment off in the vehicle except the light that you want the event timer to automatically switch on Exit the vehicle At 11 00pm 23 00 the control panel will switch the 12v power on and therefore any equipment that was left switched on will be turned on The 12v power will be switch
42. 038 5 Men AL wOb oC dung puru WD c ine fda WwOL wol i Law HLT MO TIAL NADHE Add ADEZ SHN E a HAL w3H are ow LAI HWH 3LIHM wis In Haya MOTTA MGE MC TTA 1 3m Nim MOH tS Ho T3Nvd 3OHINO2 Aw1dsl N33423 MOLONDIJ ILIM 7 33 AY TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION ps TECHNICAL DATA Base Vehicle Data For all matters relating to the base vehicle and particularly tyre pressures refer to the base vehicle instruction book or if in doubt consult your local base vehicle commercial dealer Weights Dimensions and Capacities Before using your Auto Sleeper you should be fully conversant with all matters relating to weights The following definitions should be fully understood and then related to the tabulated base vehicle weight data Weights Details of vehicle weights are found below and are presented in the manner prescribed in the European Union Masses amp Dimensions Directive 92 21 EEC Take care to ensure that heavy loads are stored low down in bed boxes and low cupboards and distribute weight evenly side to side as far as possible Note 1 Please take care to ensure that you have allowed for the masses of all items you intend to carry in the motor caravan e g passengers optional
43. 3 Close and secure all cupboards and drawers and check any loose articles Do not store tins bottles etc in overhead lockers Close and secure all windows and roof lights Leave all curtains and blinds open to aid visibility Turn off all gas appliances except those heating appliances designed to function while the vehicle is in motion Ensure that there is sufficient gas to meet your needs Switch off 230 volt supply at source disconnect mains cable from site supply before disconnecting from vehicle Beware of potential electric shock from wet cable Coil cable and store in a safe place Check your RCD s MCB s for operation Check and if necessary charge the conversion battery Check battery selection switch is in the OFF position Check that the battery is secure and that the battery box lid is fastened Ensure the fridge is on 12V operation and door lock is set Note the electrical relays will allow the fridge to be run on the vehicle battery when the engine is running Remove any external fresh water connections etc Make sure any heavy articles are stored in accordance with the loading procedure Tables should also be made secure 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Lock the motorhome exterior door remember to take out your keys Check your external rear view mirrors and adjust if necessary Check that all corner steadies are wound up and that if
44. ENTS TO CHASSIS OR UNDERBODY Corner Steadies Check that attachments to chassis are secure Ensure steadies work freely and satisfactorily Lubricate screw to ensure correct operation Folding Retractable Steps Check that step pivots are satisfactory and not worn Check that when closed the retaining mechanism holds the step securely If fitted check device is working Underfloor Water Tank Mountings Check mounting frames are secure to body Any fastenings that require releasing to remove the tank should be free of rust and operate freely Removal flushing cleaning and replacing of tanks will be carried out at the prior request of the customer or will be done subsequently with other work 2 Spare Wheel Remove spare wheel Check for damage Check typre pressure Check mounting frame for security to body and for secure retention of spare wheel Wheel Boxes Check for damage corrosion water seepage signs of tyre scrubbing SECTION 5 ATTACHMENTS TO BODY EXTERIOR Roof Lights Check security general condition and that sealing has not deteriorated Roof Racks and Ladders Check security to body and general condition Check roof for damage adjacent to rack Mouldings Trims Check security Check sealing has not deteriorated Flue Terminals Air Vents Check security Check sealing has not deteriorated Check that these are not blocked SECTION 6 INTERNAL Body Seepage Check Exami
45. R 23 WATER TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Note For more help with water pump issues please refer to page 7 1 of this handbook Continuous running of No water Fill tank water pump Major leak Switch off immediately and Intermittent operation of water Minor leak in water system Check push fit joints Water pump pressure release No action part of pump design valve reasserting itself Water pump does not operate Fuse 4 blown Find fault and replace fuse with Water gauge does not Probe fault Refer to dealer check probe operate connections No hot water mains system Water heater tripped No hot water diesel system Heater module not lighting Refer to dealer Igniter not working Slow drainage from Blocked breathers in waste tank Drop tank and clear breathers Tip up handbasin slow to Blocked drain hole drain Unsatisfactory operation of Filter blocked Clean filter water pump 10 8 USEFUL INFORMATION l DATA RECORD We suggest that you record key details in the spaces below should you accidentally mislay your keys or other vital documentation Vo Mole DDO recrea a DU 1 1 MOGE DO IC Em Em D o r Key if applicable Fuel Filler if applicable m r A V EN A TE Gas Compartment Key _ ___ _ Toilet KOy
46. TION WEIGHT HEAVY ITEMS MEDIUM ITEMS LIGHT ITEMS Loading Correct weight distribution is a major factor in making your motorhome a balanced and pleasant vehicle to drive without compromising road holding Care should therefore be taken to ensure that heavy items are well spaced and are in as low a position as possible for example low cupboards and bed boxes DO NOT EXCEED THE STATED MAXIMUM LOAD ITEMS FITTED OTHER THAN STANDARD EQUIPMENT WILL DEPLETE THE PAYLOAD STATED IN THIS HANDBOOK WARNING Under no circumstances should the maximum permissible laden mass of the motorhome be exceeded Roof Loading DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO CLIMB ONTO THE ROOF Roof Rack Bars and Ladder optional When using the optional roof rack care should be taken to see that all the items are securely anchored Apart from general cleaning and polishing the roof rack and ladder require no special maintenance WARNING Take special care when on the roof in wet or frosty weather conditions which cause it to be particularly slippery Maximum load within the area encompassed PREPARING FOR THE ROAD 14 by the roof rack should not exceed 75 kgs 165 Ibs with a maximum loading of 8 kg 17 Ibs per square foot Before Moving Off Whenever making a journey with your motorhome either setting off on holiday or returning home it is good practice to run through this simple checklist 1 10 17 12 1
47. UTO mode or manually A Main switch on off Press and the e AUTO mode mains voltage 230V This function LED will turn blue The LCD energy source will be selected if the display will show the most recent settings mains voltage is greater than 200V for 10 seconds and then backlight will go AUTO mode direct current 12V This out energy source will be selected only if B Mode selection switch Press and the mains voltage 230V is unavailable the LCD display will show the setting for 10 vehicle engine is running and a voltage seconds Pressing the switch successive higher than 11V is available times moves inreugn the menu in the Manual selection mains voltage 230V following sequence The LED warns you whenever insufficient AUTO voltage is available or if a fault occurs If Manual DC 12V this happens the LED will flash and the LCD show an error code Manual gas l e Manual selection direct current 12V tain misiles ota es uu Powering from the battery is only suitable AUTO for maintaining the temperature of the Select either the AUTO option or one of refrigerator and its contents once it has the other power supplies you wish to use been refrigerated Always use the gas as shown on the LCD display Ten connection or mains voltage to start up seconds after releasing the switch the the refrigerator and cool it The LED backlight will go out warns you whenever the engine is not running if insufficient
48. ace fuse with same rating Check battery Replace Check Switch it on Refer to dealer Find fault and replace fuse with same rating Find fault and replace fuse with same rating Check plug CARE OF YOUR MOTORHOME m 12V TROUBLESHOOTING CHART continued Symptom Water Heater not Find fault and replace fuse with operating cuts out same rating Fault on cooker unit operating same rating Ignition control switch fault Refer to dealer Fridge ignition switch flashes Fault on fridge unit Refer to dealer but gas does not ignite Ignition can be heard to be Faulty fridge ignition switch Refer to dealer sparking but no flashing on fridge switch 12V when engine is running same rating Fuse 7 in EM5O interface Find fault and replace fuse with box blown same rating Fault on fridge relay Refer to dealer Fault on fridge unit Refer to dealer 230V TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Symptom 230V system inoperative Check site supply RCD MCB switches tripped out Reset circuit breakers RCD MCB keeps tripping Fault on 230V supply Check supply including polarity out Faulty appliance Turn off all appliances reset circuit breakers turn on appliances until fault occurs Isolate faulty appliance Overload on current 10A maximum available do not consumption by appliance use appliance Water heater does not No power Switch on isolator switch operate on 230V check MCB is on Overtemperature trip activated Reset thermal cut
49. ainer funnel combinations which can be used to fill the tank You will find a combination that works for you but whatever that is do not use it for anything else in order to keep it free from contamination If you carry your water to the motorhome you will soon learn the disadvantages of leaving a tap running overfilling the kettle etc When showering use the technique of having a gentle spray to get wet switch the tap off while you soap shampoo then a gentle spray to rinse Grey water Grey water is the name for the waste water that comes through the vehicle plumbing to the waste water tank and is not the foul liquid accumulating in the toilet waste tank Site owners will give you guidance instruction on where to dispose of the contents of the waste water tank Activities such as washing dishes can cause particles of waste to be taken by the grey water to the waste tank and over time they can accumulate and cause smells This effect can be minimised by disposing of oil and grease in foil containers and by washing up in a bowl and taking the water direct to a grey water disposal point The toilet Toilets installed in motorhomes are not connected to mains sewers They have tanks to collect the waste A chemical is added to a small amount of water in the empty tank this assists in reduction of solids and smells A special type of toilet paper should be used that is designed to disperse rapidly in the chemical Toilet tan
50. ains supply is on then the backlight will remain on continuously 4 2 Header Area The header area of the screen shows the following information At the left the external temperature in centigrade At the right the internal temperature in centigrade In the centre the current time 24 hour clock In addition to the above the following symbols when shown indicate Mains supply connected and charger switched on A Alarm clock set 9 Event timer set 7 24 CONNECTION OF SERVICES aly 4 3 Footer Area Susten settings Press lt to edit The footer area of the screen shows details of the current information screen and may also show additional information during specific operations 4 4 Information Area The main information area can display a variety of system information screens These have been designed to present the information in a clear and concise form while retaining technical detail for the more advanced users The selected screen can be changed by using the down or up buttons and work on a continuous loop basis The selected screen may be changed automatically by the system depending on the action being performed 4 41 Splash Screen UM EC480 Control Panel CP101 PSUOOI This screen shows the header and footer detail along with the Auto Sleepers logo 4 4 2 System Levels Screen SYSTEM LEVELS Batteries Mater Tanke This screen shows from left to right e V Vehicle bat
51. ains the contents of the boiler through a drainage muff If excessive pressure is present in the system pressure will be automatically intermittently equalised through the pressure relief valve Closing the drain valve Check if the rotary switch is set to Operation position t meaning that it is parallel to the water connection and engaged Close the drain valve by activating the push button The push button must engage in position u closed It can be manually closed with the push button position u and then the boiler filled only when the temperature at the drain valve is above approximately 7 C Truma can provide a heating element part no 70070 01 as an accessory it is inserted into FrostControl and warms it up to about 10 C when Combi is switched on This means that the boiler can be filled after a shorter time irrespective of the temperature in the installation compartment Automatic opening of the drain valve When the temperature is below approximately 3 C at the drain valve the drain valve will open automatically the push button moves out position w and the water in the boiler drains out through the drainage muff x B Manual opening of the drain valve Turn the rotary switch by 180 until it engages whereby the push button moves out position w The water in the boiler drains out through the drainage muff x The FrostControl drainage muff x must be free of contamination slush ic
52. al It is very much an overview intended to match the expectations of new owners with the facilities available in their vehicle Detailed technical advice is available from many sources dealers manufacturers and clubs such as the Caravan Club Owners of motor caravans use their vehicles differently Some just as support for daytime activities some for occasional overnight stay and others for longer stays sometimes on a site with electricity and other facilities available and sometimes at places with no support facilities at all There are many variations in the design of motor caravans Some things like size and layout are obvious others such as optimising heating and lighting for use with an external mains service connection are not It is hoped that a new owner has considered these matters and has procured a vehicle that is suitable for the type of use they intend there will however still be a major adapting process to be gone through The reason is that whilst the modern motor caravan usually contains very similar facilities to your home it is not usually connected to main services You will be limited in your use of the facilities by the capacity of the energy fuel and water you can carry and by the fact that there is a limited capacity to carry waste fluids There follows a list of some of the facilities and guidance on their use and on contraints that apply Leisure battery This battery there may be more than o
53. an be used to heat the room and simultaneously warm water If only warm water is required select summer operation At a temperature of approximately 3 deg C the automatic frost control safety drain valve will open and drain the boiler Three different options are available for operating the unit Gas operation only Propane butane for autonomous use Electrical operation only 230V for stationary use on camp sites Mixed operation Gas and electrical operation only possible in winter mode Winter operation In winter operation the unit automatically selects the required power setting according to the temperature difference between the temperature set on the control panel and the current room temperature When the boiler is filled the water is automatically heated as well The water temperature depends on the selected operation mode and the heater output All three energy selection options can be used for winter deployment With gas operation the unit automatically selects the output level that is required Depending on the fuse protection at the camping site power of 900W 3 94 or 1800W 7 8A can be manually selected for electrical operation If more output is required e g heating up or low outside temperatures gas or mixed operation should be selected so that enough heating power is always available With mixed operation 230V electrical operation is preferred if the power B requirement is low e g
54. ap please refer to page 7 6 There are overhead storage lockers in the lounge area and on the underside of these are fitted four individually switched reading lamps The flat screen TV is housed in the offside cupboard and may be rotated to be viewed from the lounge Lighting throughout the vehicle is provided by fluorescent lights contained in the tops of the overhead lockers and which also illuminate the inside of the lockers Additional lighting is also provided by three individually switched fluorescent lamps mounted in the ceiling A fire extinguisher is fitted to the bulkhead behind the passenger seat 9 30 B Storage Storage is provided by the cupboards lockers and within the seat bases Additional storage is available in the overcab area and also in the external underfloor locker on the nearside of the vehicle Access to the nearside under bed storage is provided via the lockable exterior hatch door Heavy items must not be stored in any overhead locker nor in any storage area from which they could come free and cause injury to the occupants of the vehicle Ensure all cupboards are securely fastened before moving off i e that the push buttons are in the locked position Ensure any articles stowed below the cab seats will not come loose when the vehicle is being driven Caravan Door A Seitz caravan door is fitted which incorporates an opening double glazed window with concertina blind and flysc
55. ar seat belts this is a legal requirement Heavy loads are not stored in top cupboards or in areas from which they may become detached Please ensure that heavy items are stored low down and take care not to overload individual wheels the axles or the MTPLM e Table s are stowed in the correct position and table legs secured in their retaining clips Furniture lids are lowered cupboards and flaps are closed and secured refrigerator door is closed and secured by its travelling catch e The retractable rear step if fitted is folded away or if a separate step is supplied it is safely stowed in the vehicle e Roof ventilators are closed and locked in the down position bathroom is not used whilst the vehicle is in motion e hinged windows are closed and securely fastened e Children do not roam around the vehicle they may fall and injure themselves Front Seat Swivel where fitted Your vehicle may be fitted with a swivel base to either or both of the front seats so that they may be turned to face the rear of the vehicle The release handle coloured red is located on the inside of the seat and is moved rearwards to unlock the swivel mechanism Note may be necessary to lower the handbrake in order to swivel the driver s seat In this case ensure that first gear or Park is engaged and the road wheels are chocked first WARNING It is important that while the
56. are sometimes left unused for long periods in the open it is strongly advised that the mains installation is inspected periodically to ensure that it is safe to use The IEE Wiring Regulations recommend that mains installations in motorhomes are re inspected every 3 years by a qualified person see list who should sign and issue a periodic inspection report The manufacturer recommends annual inspections Suitably qualified persons acceptable to the NCC to sign and issue inspection and completion certificates are e an approved contractor of the National Inspection Council for Electrical Installa tion Contracting or amember of the Electrical Contractors Association amember of the Electrical Contractors Association of Scotland aqualified person acting on behalf of the above in which event it should be stated for whom he is acting CONNECTION OF SERVICES aly names and addresses of Approved Contractors in any locality there are over 10 500 in the UK can be obtained from NICEIC Warwick House Houghton Hall Park Houghton Regis Dunstable LU5 5ZX Telephone 0870 013 0382 Email enquiries niceic com The names and addresses of members of the Electrical Contractors Associations can be obtained direct from ECA Esca House Palace Court London W2 4HY Telephone 020 7313 4800 WARNING Current consumption in the motorhome must not exceed 16 amps or the pitch permitted maximum if
57. ation but manage your power consumption to a discharge level of 10V Leisure 2v Power Is This cut off only applies to power drawn from the battery by the leisure equipment that is controlled by the control panel power switch it will not protect the battery from discharge by permanently connected equipment CONNECTION OF SERVICES aly 3 6 Solar Charge Management The EC500 PSU incorporates a built in solar charge management feature which will control the input from a solar panel when fitted maximum rating 120W Depending on the charge state of the batteries the solar power will be directed to the required battery and continuously monitored to ensure optimum operation For this system to operate intelligently the shutdown button should be left switched on If the shutdown button is turned off then the solar panel will charge the leisure battery only 3 7 Water System Operation The control panel pump button operates the internal onboard water pump This pump will draw water from the internal onboard water tank The water tanks fresh amp waste incorporate a level warning feature to warn the user when the fresh water level drops below 25 or when the waste water level reaches 100 If the water pump power is turned on and the fresh water level drops to below 25 a warning beep will be heard information will be shown on the screen To cancel the warning press the select button If the water pump power is
58. ation of LPG systems and appliances except by qualified persons SETTEE BED FRIDGE BATHROOM CUPBOARD FREEZER HEKI 3 ROOF VENT 1400mm SETTEE BED HEATER amp ISOLATION TAPS GAS DROP ROOF STEPWELL VENT VENT 700mm 200mm EACH SHOWER Worcester Ventilation Diagram COOKER GAS DROP EXIT DOOR CONNECTION OF SERVICES aly Connection Ensure that the gas regulator is correctly connected to the gas cylinder in gas bottle compartment and that the hose is tight Before turning on the gas supply ensure that all gas operated equipment in the motorhome is turned off All gas equipment is supplied through a central Gas Manifold System which has individual isolation taps for each appliance denoted by a symbol see below GAS ISOLATION VALVE FRIDGE COOKER Gas isolation valve Note Amount and order of taps may vary from that which is shown WARNINGS 1 Interior outlet sockets must only be used with original appliances supplied by manufacturer 2 appliance must be used outside when connected to an internal socket 3 Noadditional appliance must be used inside the motorhome Never use portable cooking or heating equipment other than electric heaters that are not of the radiant type as they are a fire and asphyxiation hazard if cylinders other than those recommended are used The user must ensure that the cylinders are ade
59. auses the neon polarity indicator to illuminate In most cases it is still safe to use the generator but please consult the generator handbook for further information Backlight illumination may have switched off Press the select button to reactivate the backlight Check batteries and fuses turn PSU shutdown switch and charger switch on and ensure mains supply is connected Check control panel connecting lead at PSU and behind Control Panel Contact your Dealer Battery protect feature has operated to protect the Vehicle battery and or the Leisure battery See 3 5 3 Engine has been started all equipment has been disconnected to meet EMC requirements See 2 7 Observe control panel handling instructions Control panel software may have crashed Reboot control panel by turning off the PSU isolate switch Wait 30 seconds then turn the switch back on No 230V supply Check all above Turn charger switch on switch will illuminate Install charged battery as per 3 5 Continued next page 7 23 CONNECTION OF SERVICES ni 3 14 Common Fault Table continued Faut Possible Cause Proposed Fix No 12 volt output Power button on control Turn power on at control panel from PSU panel not switched to on continued Battery flat Battery fuse Recharge battery check fuses check charging voltage is present at battery Fuse blown Check all fuses are intact and the correct value fuse is installed as per fuse table Equipm
60. bris when filling the tank will reduce the likelihood of pump clog Winterising To protect against damage as a result of freezing drain the entire water system WATER SYSTEM SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM FOR IDENTIFICATION PURPOSES ONLY VANITY TAPS CONNECTION OF SERVICES FRESHWATER FILLER The Whale Watermaster system is used on your vehicle to make easier the connection of an outside water supply to the water system Operation Priming 1 Open one cold tap e g kitchen sink 2 Place pump into water container 3 Insert plug into wall socket 4 Whale socket Locate plug tab into lid slot and close lid to lock in position in the socket Close lid to lock locks into slot 5 Adjust dust cover over opening in container please note dust cover should not be secured to water container as air must be allowed to enter container to replace water being pumped out 6 Switch on 12 volt supply at main panel isolator switch 7T Water will flow from the open tap expelling any trapped air in a few seconds 8 Turn off tap the system is now ready for use When removing plug 1 Switch off 12 volt supply at main panel isolator switch 2 Whale socket Lift socket lid to release plug 3 Pull out plug from socket using hand grip 4 Shut lid Ay The submersible pump can be run for quite long periods when in water but it is recommended that running periods should be restricted to a
61. buffeting so extra care must be taken when passing or being passed As much space as possible should be given Motorway Handling Do not bump the kerb with the wheels When passing other vehicles allow more than the normal clearance Allow longer to get up speed to pass Do not swing out suddenly Carry out all manoeuvres as smoothly as possible Use nearside wing mirror to check motorhome has cleared when overtaking Spare Wheel CAUTION Familiarize yourself with this section prior to driving the vehicle and take careful note of the warnings given Your Mercedes may be fitted with a spare wheel located under the vehicle behind the rear axle or a tyre sealant system to seal small punctures particularly those in the tyre tread The tyre sealant system is located in the stowage compartment in the right hand door sill For full instructions on how to use the tyre sealant refer to the Mercedes handbook supplied with the vehicle Look in the index at the front of the book for the section entitled Spare wheel Tyre sealant which gives full details of the correct procedure to follow After using the sealant drive to the nearest workshop at a maximum speed of 50 mph to have the tyre repaired or replaced Rear Step On moving off the rear step retracts automatically In the event of the rear step being left extended a buzzer positioned behind the dashboard will sound when the ignition is swit
62. ched on and will continue to do so until the rear step has been fully retracted Changing a Light Bulb The front and rear marker lights and the high level brake light are LED type and should not normally require any attention To change other rear light bulbs ease the lamp from the back panel by pushing up the metal tag at the bottom of the lamp with a screwdriver Withdraw the lamp and undo the over centre clip to release the bulbholder Change the bulb and re assemble ensuring that the over centre clip snaps into its retaining slot Replace the lamp in the back panel ensuring that it is the correct way up with the retaining clip at the bottom The side marker lights where fitted have a bayonet fixing bulb accessed by removing the two screws holding the lens and withdrawing the lamp Cycle Rack In order that a cycle rack can be fitted the rear panel coachwork has been strengthened accordingly Timber is bonded into the bodywork immediately above the rear light units laterally across the vehicle This allows the lower mounting brackets for the Fiamma Pro C cycle rack to be fitted in a suitably reinforced area In the event of a cycle rack being fitted the cycle rack when folded will increase the vehicle length by 400mm Your Auto Sleeper dealer will give further advice or assistance if required ON THE ROAD Whilst Driving Whilst the vehicle is being driven ensure that e Both the passenger and driver we
63. cuit that warns the users and then disconnects the batteries when they fall below set values If the power is turned on and the leisure battery level falls below 9V a warning beep will be heard and information will be shown on the screen To cancel the warning press the select button If the power is turned on and the vehicle battery level falls below 10 9V a warning beep will be heard and information will be shown on the screen If no action is taken the system will switch over from the vehicle battery to the leisure battery To cancel the warning press the select button These warnings will not be repeated unless the power switch is turned off and on again This is to ensure the warning does not become a nuisance Battery Action after cutoff _ Battery selection is This cut off level is designed to protect the changed from vehicle battery from over discharge The Vehicle battery to 10 9V level ensures there is sufficient power Vehicle 10 9V Leisure battery If in the battery to run the vehicle electronics the leisure battery is and start the vehicle This cut off only applies below 9V then a to power drawn from the battery by the leisure further warning will equipment it will not protect the battery if you occur see below leave vehicle circuits switched on such as the road lights This is an emergency cut off level to protect the battery from severe damage You should not rely on this cut off level during normal oper
64. description carried by the vehicle To determine accurately if a vehicle is exceeding one of its maximum technically permissible laden masses the vehicle with all of its load that is passengers contents luggage and external load should be weighed on a weighbridge You may wish to allocate the user payload to suit your own use For example to increase the available payload the water system may be emptied If the vehicle is not being used for camping the gas bottles can be left at home to increase the mass available for other items Gross Train Mass GTM If you are towing a trailer with your Auto Sleeper the Gross Train Weight is the maximum allowable weight of the towing vehicle the trailer and the mass of every item carried The GTM is given by the base vehicle manufacturer and is unaffected by the Auto Sleeper conversion Please check your driving licence to ensure you are allowed to drive a vehicle combination at this weight Maximum Braked Trailer Mass MBTM This is the maximum allowable weight of the trailer together with its load provided the trailer has a braking system which complies with European trailer braking legislation The MBTM is given by the base vehicle manufacturer and is unaffected by the Auto Sleeper conversion MTPLM of the Axles The individual axles also have MTPLM s sum of the two axle MTPLM s usually exceeds the overall vehicle MTPLM but this does not mean you can load each
65. duce the life of the power pack Power Pack Deactivation Your CO 9X is portable making it ideal for taking with you on holiday You will need to deactivate your detector when travelling or even when storing e g when decorating Fitting is the reverse of removal To deactivate the detector the two ends of the metal clip must be inserted into the corresponding holes in the disabling socket located on the underside of the detector see Fig 2 You can ensure that the product is T disabled by pressing the test button if there is no sound from the sounder then the clip has been fitted correctly The clip must remain in the disabling socket to keep the power pack deactivated Note If the disabling tab is no longer available then the clip can be replicated by opening out a thin metal paper clip into a U shape Operating Features Your FireAngel detector offers many features which set it apart from other CO detectors on the market today Test Reset Button Feature This button will e Test the sounder power pack and circuitry Allows you to test the sensor by introducing a source of CO into the detector see Testing The Sensor Silence the loud 8 5dB at 1 metre 3 feet sounder during an alarm only for alarms due to levels of CO of less than Testing the power pack and circuitry Test the sounder power pack and circuitry by pressing and releasing the Test Reset bu
66. e leaves etc at all times so the water can drain out easily No warranty given for frost damage Taking into operation Note Heating is possible without restrictions with gas electrical and mixed operation with or without water Check to make sure the cowl is unobstructed Be sure to remove any covers that may be present Turn on the gas cylinder and open quick acting valve in the gas supply line Check whether the power supply fuse protection on the camp site is adequate for the 900W 3 9A or 1800W 7 8A that have been selected using the power selector switch The cable drum must be fully unwound in order to prevent the power cable from overheating Summer operation boiler operation only Select gas or electrical operation using the power selector switch Illumination of the yellow LED g on the power selector switch indicates that the unit is operating with 230V Note Mixed operation gas and electrical is not possible in summer mode With this setting the unit automatically selects electrical operation with a pre selected power setting of 900W or 1800W Move the rotary switch on the control panel to position I summer operation 40 C or 60 C The green k and yellow p LEDs light up When the selected water temperature is reached 40 C or 60 C the heater shuts off and the yellow LEd p goes off FITTED EQUIPMENT Winter operation Heating with water temperature monitoring Select ga
67. e 1vuln3N 3 Y HluV3 1981013 5 5 S39NL 133205 JO dO M3lA WHLNAN 3118 NMOUS 3181X314 9 3389 HlUV3 4 038 32718 S IVNIIAH3 L JO MIIA 131110 pue pajiooun nJ 31 U YM Z F GZ 5 9 qe2 993 jo uyBue eu e qnop ui J Aay ureJBeip eu jeur J 5 jeu jeljuassa 511 ONINSHVM 7 12 CONNECTION OF SERVICES aly EC500 POWER CONTROL SYSTEM 1 INTRODUCTION This section of the handbook will guide you through the operation of the electrical system Further technical details are contained in sections 3 to 6 or in the supporting technical manual available from www sargentltd co uk For the safe operation of all electrical equipment within your Leisure Vehicle it is important that you read and fully understand these instructions If you are unsure of any point please contact your dealer distributor for advice before use The system has a number of key components that you will need to be familiar with before att
68. e Bed offside Rear Bed Fresh Water Tank Capacity litres Waste Water Tank Capacity litres Gas Bottles Butane Gas Bottles Propane All dimensions in mm WORCESTER Low Profile Mercedes 316 CDi 4325 7290 2780 2350 2860 1960 1920 2200 x 1270 1940 x 700 1900 x 700 n a 91 71 2x15 kg 2X 19 Kg FITTED EQUIPMENT IMPORTANT To maximise the usage of fitted equipment in your motorhome it is essential that any accompanying manufacturers literature is read fully All recommended maintenance and preparation procedures should be followed The information provided in this manual is only intended as a guide If in any doubt consult your manufacturer appointed dealer particularly before attempting to install extra equipment In the interests of safety replacement parts for an appliance shall conform to the appliance manufacturer s specifications and should be fitted by him or his authorised agent MICROWAVE OVEN Model Daewoo KOR 6L6BD Microwave oven Features e Oven volume in Litres 20 e Ten power steps e Maximum Wattage 800 Duo plate system Electronic time control e Touch control Separate operating instructions are supplied with this equipment B THETFORD CAPRICE Mk COOKER 00000 0 OPERATION Ensure the gas cylinder is turned on In the event of a gas smell turn off at the cylinder or contact your neare
69. e Centre if problem persists No engine running signal is Your controls are in manual DC mode and the engine is not present and control is in manual running The refrigerator can only cool on 12V when the DC mode engine is running Start the engine or select a different energy source No energy source is available Your controls are in AUTO mode but no energy source is and control is in AUTO mode available Start the engine connect the 230V supply or open the gas supply and reset the refrigerator by turning off and on again Contact your dealer or Thetford Service Centre Thermistor fails control Check if the connector above the fin on the inside of the automatically switches to cabinet is correctly plugged in If so contact your dealer or Backup mode BOS Thetford Service Centre Display board and power board Contact your dealer or Thetford Service Centre lost communication with each other No fault only lighting all LCD Wait a few seconds for the refrigerator to start up segments on start up normally 9 21 FITTED EQUIPMENT THETFORD CASSETTE C 402 TOILET Preparing for use Open the access door on the outside of your motorhome Turn the water filling funnel outwards remove the cap and add the stated amount of Thetford toilet fluid for the water tank This ensures a better and cleaner flush and keeps the water in the flush tank fresh After this fill the water tank with clean water Screw the cap back onto the wa
70. e is fitted with an Avtex TV DVD then please note the following points For detailed operating instructions and specification please refer to the literature supplied with the vehicle Avtex operate a helpline for users experiencing problems with any of their products Whether it is difficulty with tuning setting up the equipment or a physical malfunction then contact their Service Department on 02920 020279 normal business hours They will be able to talk to you through many issues but if there is still a problem they will arrange for a courier to collect your set from any UK postcode including campsites for return to their factory overnight The repaired equipment will normally be despatched the following day for return to the customer This service is free during the warranty period After the warranty has expired the service is still available but there will be a charge Warning If for any reason the TV is removed from the support bracket provided ensure that when it is re fitted that only the original screws or ones of the same length are used If longer screws are used they may damage the internal components of the equipment FITTED EQUIPMENT WARM AIR amp HOT WATER HEATING A Truma liquid gas Combi 4E warm air heater with integrated hot water boiler is fitted under the offside settee It operates on LPG and or 230V electricity depending on the chosen mode of operation In winter operation the heater c
71. e vehicle is an adjusting screw for the pump solenoid This is set by the manufacturer and under no circumstances should it be tampered with by the owner CONNECTION OF SERVICES WATER PRESSURE SWITCH Adjustment Your pressure switch is factory set and should not normally require adjustment In the event that your pump doesn t switch off when you close the taps or it pulses on and off when the taps are fully open follow these guidelines to readjust the setting Pressure switch adjustment may be required usually because the power supply voltage has varied from the previous setting Possible causes are a Battery drainage through normal use b Higher voltage supply when battery charger operating Pressure Switch Setting 1 Ensure the system including the heater is full of water and all taps are closed Refer to your user manual Be sure to set the switch at low battery condition 2 If present remove the pressure switch locknut in an anti clockwise direction then tighten the adjusting screw clockwise until the pump comes on 3 Open any tap until you have a smooth flow of water then close the tap You should hear the pump running and the pump running light if fitted will be on 4 Return to the pressure switch and turn the screw slowly anti clockwise until the pump has stopped Turn the screw a further half turn 180 degrees anti clockwise 5 Check for correct operation by opening and closing all taps individ
72. e vent plunger while emptying the tank After emptying flush the tank thoroughly with water Also clean the valve blade with water Note The vent plunger should only be pressed once the emptying spout is pointing downwards FITTED EQUIPMENT 7 10 B FITTED EQUIPMENT 13 If required make the toilet ready for use once again Slide the waste tank into the toilet and close the access door Storage It is important that you follow the instructions below if you do not expect to use the Thetford toilet for a long period 14 Open the valve blade by turning the handle on the toilet anti clockwise Press the blue knob until the water stops flowing into the bowl Close the valve blade 15 Open the access door on the outside of your motorhome and turn the water filling funnel outwards Remove the cap and 9 25 FITTED EQUIPMENT empty the water filling funnel by turning it a quarter turn anti clockwise 16 Remove the waste tank and empty this at an authorised waste dump Follow the instructions for cleaning and maintenance 17 Replace the waste tank and open the valve blade by moving the handle on the toilet to the left Cleaning and Maintenance The toilet should be cleaned and maintained regularly depending on the amount of use To clean Thetford toilets we advise using water and Thetford Plastic Cleaner Note Never use household cleaners bleach solvents
73. eachable In the kitchen area a fire blanket is a worthwhile precaution Unless permission has been granted barbecues should not be used When permission has been given consideration should be given to the annoyance that can be caused to other users of the site Open fires are not allowed Awnings and Tents Awnings and tents should only be used when permission has been obtained When on grass and staying for more than a few days the ground sheet and or side flaps of awnings should be periodically raised in order to avoid damage to the ground Departure e Leave the pitch clean and tidy e On leaving check out with the reception paying the required dues Wild camping Camping away from licensed sites without the permission of the landowner or his agent is not allowed in the United Kingdom When permission has been granted all aspects of this Code should be adhered to On no accounts should e Litter be disposed of other than in receptacles provided Water be allowed to escape from the vehicle Chemical toilets be emptied except into the disposal places agreed with the landowner e Washing or similar be hung outside the vehicle Parking Motorhomes should only be parked in approved places When using the facilities of a motorhome at such times care and consideration should be given to those around them Driving When using a motorhome on either the public
74. ected From left to right e Lor V Active battery voltage gauge This gauge shows the voltage of the Active battery the currently selected battery in bar format with the precise reading shown at the top of the bar The actual bar changes colour according to the battery voltage Less than 10 9V red Poor 10 9V to 11 8V yellow Fair 11 9V to 14 4V green Good e AH Leisure battery calculated capacity percentage of Amp Hours When the leisure battery is active selected this gauge will be shown The gauge shows the predicted charge capacity of the battery As the battery is charged this gauge will increase as the battery is discharged used this gauge will reduce This can provide a useful indication of usable battery power e SUN Solar panel ammeter This gauge shows the current in Amps that 15 being provided by the solar panel when fitted The system will decide which battery to direct the solar power to This is based on system logic see section 3 6 and is indicated by a L or V in the centre of the sun logo A Battery ammeter This gauge shows the current in Amps going into or out of the Active selected battery Positive current indicates charging of the battery and is indicated by a green bar Negative current indicated discharging of the battery and is indicated by a yellow bar low discharge or red bar high discharge 1 26 CONNECTION OF SERVICES aly 4 4 44 Large Clock Scree
75. ed off at Midnight 24 00 1 21 CONNECTION OF SERVICES aly 3 13 12 Volt DC Fuses WARNING When replacing fuses always replace a fuse with the correct value NEVER replace with a higher value rating as this could damage the wiring harness If a replacement fuse blows do not keep replacing the fuse as you could damage the wiring harness Please investigate the fault and contact your dealer The following table shows the fuse allocation for the 15 fuses fitted to the PSU Please note that fuses are dependant on PSU versions so not all fuses may be present Tot Rei OO Rei WaerPums Permanent Supplies Charger fitted internally to PSU The following table shows details of the fuse s located at the Leisure battery Fuse Rating Fuse Colour Description Battery 1 20 Amps Fuse remotely located near battery Battery 2 20 Amps Yellow Fuse remotely located near battery 2 where fitted The following table shows details of the fuse s located at the EM40 Interface Unit 4 20 Amps Yellow Vehicle Battery 5 1 22 CONNECTION OF SERVICES 3 14 Common Fault Table Faut Possible Cause Proposed Fix No 230 volt output from PSU Reverse Polarity light is illuminated Control Panel problems No 12 volt output from PSU Connecting lead between the site and Leisure Vehicle not connected RCD switched off RCD not operating MCB switched o
76. elected room temperature The yellow LED p water s heat up phase will be lit only when the water temperature is below 5 C The device automatically selects the requires power setting in accordance with the temperature difference between the B temperature selected on the control panel and the current room temperature Once the room temperature selected on the control panel has been reached the heater switches off The warm air fan continues to run at slow speed until the out going air temperature on the unit has fallen to 40 C or less If the boiler is filled the water will automatically be heated at the same time The water temperature is then dependent on the heating output being given off and the duration of heating required to reach the desired room temperature Heating with drained water system Select gas or electrical operation using the power selector switch Illumination of the yellow LED g on the power selector switch indicates that the unit is operating with 230V Move rotary switch on control panel to operating position m Turn the rotary switch h to the desired thermostat setting 1 5 The green LEd k for operation is lit and simultaneously indicates the position of the selected room temperature the yellow LED p will be lit only when the temperature of the unit is below 5 C Depending on the operating mode the unit will automatically select the required power level according to the
77. empting to use the system these are The EC500 series Power Supply Unit PSU a combined mains consumer unit and 12V controller e EC480 series Control Panel CP a remotely located user control panel used to turn circuits on and off and to display battery and water tank information e The PX 300 Battery Charger Power Supply A separate air cooled 300 Watt multi stage power converter unit that charges the batteries and provides 12V DC power e EM40 Interface Unit This small unit is located at floor level behind the drivers seat The unit houses fuses for the fridge vehicle battery radio and other systems It also provides connections for the optional tow bar harness 2 USING THE SYSTEM 2 1 EC500 Power Supply Unit Component Layout REVERSE SPACE POWER PUMP LIGHTS POLARITY HEATER BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON INDICATOR SWITCH SHUTDOWN BATTERY CHARGER WATER SWITCH SELECT SWITCH HEATER BUTTON SWITCH 12 VOLT DC FUSES RCD TEST RESIDUAL MINATURE UNDER FLAP BUTTON CURRENT CIRCUIT DEVICE BREAKERS RCD MCB s CONNECTION OF SERVICES 2 2 The EC500 system has a shutdown feature that should be used when the vehicle is in storage or is not being used for long periods of time This allows the leisure electronics to be turned off when not required to save battery power When in the off state the alarm and tracking system supplies are still active most o
78. ent switched off Check equipment is switched on and connected to the 12V supply unplugged PSU overheated auto Reduce load on system Allow PSU to cool down PSU will shutdown operated automatically restart when cool Other fault Contact your Dealer Pump not Fusebown blown Fuse blown fuse with correct value as per fuse table working Pump turned off Turn pump on by pressing the pump button at the control panel Setting incorrect Both the internal and external pump feeds are controlledd from the control panel To alter the setting of the pump switch see your dealer Ensure the setting matches your desired requirement 3 15 Contact details Sargent Electrical Services Limited provide a technical help line during office hours Please contact 01482 678981 if you require technical help For out of hour support please refer to the tech support section of the Sargent web site www sargentltd co uk 4 EC480 Control Panel In addition to the information contained in section 2 5 Control Panel Operation the following section provides further detail information 4 1 Backlight Operation The screen backlight illumination is turned on and off automatically When operating on battery power only the backlight time is 30 seconds When operating on mains power the backlight time is increased to 2 minutes Pressing the select button will reactivate the backlight If the large clock screen is selected see 4 4 4 below and the m
79. ently Problems are indicated by two events 1 The alarm does not sound upon pressing the test button 2 The alarm chirps intermittently Try the following 1 Inspect for obvious damage 2 Visually check that unit contains recommended battery type Check that battery is properly connected 4 Gently vacuum as recommended above 5 Replace battery If these procedures do not correct the problem do NOT attempt repairs Contact the manufacturer T A Fire Angel battery operated Carbon Monoxide Poisonous Gas alarm is fitted to your vehicle Please read carefully the manufacturers instructions supplied in order to understand it s operation Carbon Monoxide Alarm Features e An advanced electrochemical sensor designed to accurately measure low levels of carbon monixide CO providing an early warning of toxic CO levels in your motorhome Detects carbon monoxide continuously Resistant to false alarms caused by normal household contaminants e Sounds a loud 8588 alarm at metres 10 feet to alert you in case of an emergency Test Reset button e Regular self check to ensure detector is operating correctly e Simple to mount portable ideal for travelling e Certified to European Carbon Monoxide Alarm Standard BS EN 50291 2001 e Seven year limited warranty batteries excluded Power Pack Activation Your detector comes complete with an integrated power pack that will pro
80. er to the Connection of Services section Electrical General The 230V AC sockets fitted to your vehicle are suitable only for medium demand components such as televisions and hairdryers Safety overload protection is provided by the MCBs located under the cover on the front of the electrical control box An electrical interface adaptor box is located on the bulkhead behind the driver s seat This contains fuses and relays for systems connected directly to the base vehicle electrical system and these are unlikely to require attention from the owner At least one 12V socket and one 5V USB charging socket are provided with your vehicle For their locations please refer to the Location of Key Facilities Chart The mains hook up cable provided as standard is stowed beneath the offside settee Retrofit Options Contact either your local Auto Sleeper dealer or the Motorhome Service Centre Willersey for further details 9 37 B CARE OF YOUR MOTORHOME GENERAL In order to keep your Auto Sleeper in first class condition periodic maintenance will be required to both the bodywork windows upholstery and other parts of the conversion This maintenance should be carried out as follows Servicing Servicing of the conversion is the responsibility of your local franchised Auto Sleeper dealer to whom all queries should be referred Your local base vehicle commercial dealer should carry out servicing of the base
81. erty or Country Parks have regulations to protect the wildlife Follow these Fire Precautions You should also make yourself aware of the local fire regulations PREPARING FOR THE ROAD GE YOUR MOTORHOME Weights explained Mass in Running Order MRO The weight of your motorhome as it leaves the factory as new with standard fixtures and fittings plus an allowance for driver and 9096 fuel Maximum Technically Permissible Laden Mass MTPLM The maximum weight of the vehicle when fully laden for use on the road See specification section for actual figure User Payload The load margin payload this represents the difference between the Mass in Running Order MRO and the Maximum Technically Permissible Laden Mass MTPLM It shows the maximum weight which can be loaded into your motorhome covering items such as food crockery cutlery clothing bedding gas cylinders etc See Technical Specification for actual figure Please take care to ensure that you have allowed for the masses of all items you intend to carry in the motorhome e g passengers optional equipment essential habitation equipment and personal effects such as clothing food pets bicycles etc Although there are additional seat belts within the motorhome please refer to the stated number of passengers that are allowed due to the MRO and MTPLM LOADING AND DISTRIBUTION OF WEIGHT IN THE MOTORHOME SENSIBLE LOADING HOW TO APPOR
82. f Check for splits or holes particularly at fold lines Check that the canvas stows satisfactorily when roof is lowered A waterproofing check will be done at the request of the customer Solid Side Wall Check sides and end panels fold up and down correctly that they seal against each other where appropriate and that retaining mechanisms are satisfactory Check all hinges for security and freedom from strain Locking of Roof It is important to ensure that when the roof is in the travelling position it is safely and positively locked down Any locking retaining mechanism should be carefully examined SECTION 8 GAS SYSTEMS Cylinders Regulators and Feed Hoses Establish that the cylinder and feed hose is compatible Since the introduction of BS EN1949 the gas pressures for Butane blue cylinders and propane red cylinders have been harmonised across Europe The gas system pressure is now 30mbar for both gases The gas regulator is now fitted as standard equipment by Auto Sleepers Your supplying dealer will need to supply you with the correct hose compatible with the cylinder to be fitted 2 Check cylinder compartment vents and gas drop hole in floor are free from obstruction Check seals on internal doors Hose and Piping Check any flexible hose is of an approved type Check its condition and any evidence of cracking The maximum permissible hose length is 400mm longer hoses should not be
83. fault where a fuse has blown or an MCB tripped out the fault must be located before replacing the fuse If a fault is suspected with the LPG system consult a GAS SAFE registered technician If in doubt consult a qualified technician or your local Auto Sleeper dealer 12V TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Symptom Habitation 12V does not operate Habitation battery not charging Battery does not hold its charge Battery discharges over a short time with appliances operating No power to one or more 12V appliances Lights dull only one tube illuminating Water pump not operating No power on 12V socket outlet Cause Main 20A fuse blown Battery Discharged Switch on control panel in off position Vehicle ignition on Main 20A fuse blown Relay fault Contacts dirty loose on battery terminals Poor earthing Failed battery Current being drawn Poor battery cell condition Failed battery Battery not fully charged Circuit fuse blown Low battery charge Faulty light unit tube Switch on panel off Pressure switch on pump not operating Fuse 4 blown Fuse 9 blown 12V plug incorrectly connected wired 10 5 Check Replace Switch to on Switch off ignition Check Replace Refer to dealer Clean and check for tightness Check earthing to chassis point Change battery Check all appliances are off when not in use Electrically test battery Change battery Fully recharge battery Find fault and repl
84. ff No or deficient supply from site Mains Supply reversed Generator being used Control Panel has no display 12V power turns off Control Panel locked erratic function Charger not switched on Battery not connected and or charged Check and connect lead as per 2 3C Reset RCD as per 2 3D Check supply polarity if the RCD continues to fail contact your Dealer as there is probably an equipment or wiring fault Reset MCB by switching OFF down position then back ON up position if the MCB continues to fail contact your Dealer as there is propably an equipment or wiring fault Contact site Warden for assistance The reverse polarity light is designed to illuminate when the Live and Neutral supply has been reversed crossed over If the light illuminates there is a problem with the site supply or the cable connecting the supply to your vehicle The light is designed to work on UK electrical supplies where the neutral conductor is connected to earth at the sub station If you are using your vehicle outside the UK this light may illuminate when no fault exists In these cases consult the site warden for advice The Reverse Polarity warning light is on when using my Generator This is a normal side effect when using some types of generator Instead of connecting the neutral conductor to earth some generators centre tap the earth connection making both neutral and live conductors 110V above earth This 110V difference c
85. free state it is advised that the mechanisms are only lightly lubricated when they become a little stiff and inoperative otherwise no maintenance is needed The concertina blinds are manufactured from a paper type material and thus cleaning solvents and aerosols should be kept well clear from them Unlike Seitz roller blinds they will not need to be re tensioned any problems that should arise should be addressed to your Auto Sleeper dealer or the Motorhome Service Centre at Willersey TELEVISION amp AERIAL Your vehicle is ready for connection of a TV set to the standard Teleco mast aerial via a signal booster located in the wardrobe Another TV connection point is located on the lounge side of the cocktail cabinet also ready wired to the booster In addition the vehicle is pre wired to enable a satellite receiver to be fitted at a later date To facilitate this there are DVD AV sockets adjacent to the TV points connected to similar ones in one of the overhead lockers above the TV ready for a de coder to be connected There is also an external cable input socket on the offside of the vehicle with two input sockets One is for connection of a satellite dish and is wired to the de coder connection point in the overhead locker The other is for connection of a digital TV external aerial and is wired directly to the TV points points must be used to connect the TV when this input is used Note If your vehicl
86. fside matching settees with lift up bases giving access to underseat storage The backrests are held in place with fabric strips but can be reclined to suit individual requirements This seating area is not designed to have lap belts fitted either during or after production Security Passengers are reminded that it is a legal requirement to wear the seatbelts provided when the vehicle is in motion Table On the Worcester model a large free standing table with folding legs is provided This is stored in the wardrobe and when needed the legs should be folded out locked in place and the table placed where required Caution Always ensure that folding table legs are firmly locked in place before using the table The table s must be stored in the wardrobe when the vehicle is in motion Kitchen Area On the Worcester model the kitchen area is positioned on each side of the middle part of the vehicle forward of the entrance door On the nearside it comprises a Thetford cooker with three gas hobs and a 230V electric hotplate which can be isolated using the switch in the cupboard below the cooker Adjacent to this is a stainless steel sink and 9 28 B drainer concealed by a glass chopping board which may be used for food preparation The sink is fed by a mixer tap mounted to the left hand side of the sink Beneath the sink drainer is a cutlery drawer with tray and a storage cupboard The centre section of the kitchen unit c
87. h C Cooling level selection switch Introduction Your vehicle is fitted with a Thetford Premium LCD absorption type refrigerator The control panel allows you to select your preferred energy source and cooling level Cold space Cooling fins are located on the inside of the refrigerator and the absorption system uses these to withdraw heat from the refrigerator Therefore never cover these fins with plastic or paper Air must be able to circulate freely through the refrigerator so that the heat can be extracted To limit frosting on the cooling fins Always cover liquid foods before placing them in the refrigerator Always let hot food cool before placing it in the refrigerator Do not keep refrigerator door open longer than necessary Freezer compartment The freezer compartment is not suitable for freezing foods although it will maintain the temperature of already frozen food Ice cubes are best made at night when the refrigerator has less work to do and has more reserves Automatic defrosting cycle All LCD refrigerators have an automatic defrosting cycle which is activated at the end of each 49 hours of operation The system A C D Function LED E LCD display switches itself off and on again when defrosted and resets the internal timer There is normally no need to manually defrost the refrigerator Door locking mechanism The refrigerator door has an automatic locking mechanism The door locks
88. he control knob is aligned with the dot on the control panel Always make sure the control knob is in the off position when you have finished grilling 2 T Ensure gas cylinders supply is connected and turned on In the event of a gas smell turn off at gas cylinder mains and contact supplier Remove all accessories and packing that may be in the oven including any plastic coating that may be protecting the oven cavity surfaces Clean the interior before using it for the first time use soap and water and rinse carefully To light open door push in the control knob and turn to gas mark 9 Hold a lighted match or taper to the burner and push the control knob in and hold The burner should ignite and the control knob should be held in for 10 15 seconds before release If the burner goes out repeat procedure holding control knob for slightly longer For models fitted with spark ignition the procedure is similar except that the burner can be ignited by depressing the ignition button which is located on the fascia Ignition must be carried out with the door open and if the burner has not lit within 15 seconds the control knob should be released and the oven left for at least one minute before a further attempt to ignite the burner Place the oven shelf in the required position and close the door Set control knob to approximately gas mark 5 and heat the oven for about 30 minutes to eliminate any residual factory
89. he door open and if the burner has not lit within 15 seconds the control knob should be released and the grill left for at least one minute before a further attempt to ignite the burner Please note the grill must only be used with the door open On first use of the grill it should be heated for about 20 minutes to eliminate any residual factory lubricants that might impart unpleasant smells to the food being cooked A non toxic smoke may occur when using for the first time so open any windows and turn on mechanical ventilators to help remove the smoke Although the grill does heat up quickly it is recommended that a few minutes preheat be allowed Flame Failure Device FFD the grill burner is fitted with a flame sensing FITTED EQUIPMENT 10 11 probe which will automatically cut off the gas supply in the event of the flame going out In the event of the burner flames being accidentally extinguished turn off the burner control and do not attempt to re ignite the burner for at least one minute It is normal for the flames on this burner to develop yellow tips as it heats up particularly on Butane Variation in cooking can be achieved by using the control knob to regulate the heat setting In addition the grill pan trivet can be reversed or removed to give a greater choice of grilling height Always use the highest trivet position for fast toasting To turn off turn the control knob until the line on t
90. he vehicle is being driven the roof ventilators should be fully closed Wind noise may be reduced by closing the night blind WARNING The roof ventilators are designed to flow a certain amount of air even when fully closed Do not obstruct them your safety depends on them Remis Roof Light The Remis roof lights incorporate a separate sliding flyscreen and night blind which can operate even if the ventilator is open To open the large roof light release the handle and wind until the required position is reached To open the smaller roof light release the catch and push upwards until one of the holding positions is reached Seitz Roof Light The Seitz roof light is operated by a rotating handle which means it can be opened to any required position It incorporates a separate sliding flyscreen and night blind which can operate even if the ventilator is open Air Conditioning If specified your vehicle will be fitted with a Dometic FreshLight air conditioning unit in the roof of the habitation area This will supply 9 36 B fresh and dehumidified air in summer and warm air in winter The temperature is set by the user and the system may be operated by a remote control For full operating details please read carefully the instructions supplied with the vehicle Insulation Your vehicle is insulated largely in polystyrene a material with high insulation qualities This is used in the construction of the floor body
91. hicle battery voltage is low 10 9 volts or less The panel will beep for one minute and then switch over to the Leisure Battery to prevent draining the Vehicle battery You can switch over to the Leisure battery immediately and cancel the beep by using the battery selector switch Vehicle Battery Dangerously Low This WARNING display indicates that the See section 3 11 for further Leisure battery voltage is low 6 volts or less details The panel will beep for one minute and then switch the power off to prevent damage to the leisure battery Leisure Battery Dangerously Low This WARNING display indicates that the system has been disabled because the vehicle engine is running EMC Electro Magnetic Compatability directive 89 336 EEC requires that electrical accessories within the vehicle are disconnected while the vehicle is in motion System disabled Engine started 7 31 CONNECTION SERVICES 6 TECHNICAL DATA amp APPROVALS 6 1 Outline specification EC500PSU amp EC300 EC480 Control Panel INPUT 230V OUTPUT 230V INPUT 12V SOLAR INPUT OUTPUT 12V CHARGER Signal INPUT Data IN OUT IP rating Operating temperature EC500PSU EC300 EC480 Control Panel 230 Volts 0 to 16 Amps RCD protected 3 x MCB outputs fo 10A Separate switched channels for water heater space heater and charger 2 x 20A battery inputs via 2 x 4 way connectors 1 x Dedicated solar panel inp
92. his instance we call upon Leisure Appliances and Repairs of Hereford who come by appointment to carry out the necessary work The only component that is changed during the course of the annual check is the flexible gas hose the hose that leads from the bulkhead fitting in the gas compartment to the gas regulator A further aspect of the test is a gas pressure test 2 You will see also that we check that key components are serviceable fire extinguishers etc and furthermore that where appropriate items are lubricated and checked for serviceability di SERVICE DETAILS MOTOR CARAVAN ANNUAL HABITATION SERVICE CHECK CHECK SHEET CUSTOMER COPY Vehicle Reg Mark A Class Make amp Model Coachbuilt Year of Manufacture High top conversion Recorded Mileage Elevating Roof Dismountable CHECK ITEM Manual OK Remarks Advice to Customers SECTION 1 BODY MOUNTING BODY TO CHASSIS BODY TO CAB BODY RETENTION SECTION 2 WINDOWS WINDOWS SECTION 3 DOORS EXTERNAL INTERNAL SECTION 4 CHASSIS CORNER STEADIES FOLDING STEP WATER TANK MOUNTS SPARE WHEEL WHEEL BOXES SECTION 5 BODY EXTERIOR ROOF LIGHTS ROOF RACK AND LADDER MOULDINGS AND TRIM FLUE TERMINALS AIR VENTS SECTION 6 INTERNAL SEEPAGE CHECK FURNITURE DINETTE SEATS BEDS CURTAINS BLINDS NETS CAB SEATS FIRE EXTINGUISHER FIRE BLANKET WARNING NOTICE HEATING EQUIPMENT 12 8 226 SERVICE DETAILS S CHECK ITEM Manual OK
93. i clockwise Flush the toilet by pressing the flush knob for several seconds Close the valve blade after use Note Do not leave water in the bowl if the toilet is not being used This does not help to reduce unpleasant smells and only leads to flooding Comment To avoid blockages we advise the use of Thetford s fast dissolving toilet paper Aqua Soft Emptying The waste tank has a capacity of 17 litres and must be emptied at the latest when the red light in the level display lights up The indicator lamp will light up when the waste tank can still take about 2 litres which is about three uses It is advisable to empty the waste tank earlier Note Do not allow the waste tank to become too full 9 Make sure that the valve blade is closed Open the access door located outside the vehicle Pull the safety catch upwards and remove the waste tank 10 Stand the waste tank upright Pull out handle at the top wheels at the bottom Press the handle down and move it away from the waste tank until it snaps out of its locked position 11 Pull the handle up and wheel the waste tank to an authorised waste dump 12 Push the handle back Turn the emptying spout upwards and remove the cap from the spout Hold the waste tank by the upper handle with one hand while placing your other hand by the rear handle so that during emptying you can operate the vent plunger with your thumb To empty the tank without splashing depress th
94. ice should be set out as follows ADVICE TO USERS VENTILATION Do not obstruct the ventilators which are fitted your safety depends on them IN CASE OF FIRE 1 Get everyone out 2 Turn off outside gas valve and or oil valve if fitted 3 Disconnect the mains electricity supply 4 Raise the alarm and call the fire brigade 5 Tackle fire if safe to do so FIRE PRECAUTIONS Children Do not leave them alone Means of Escape Make sure you know the location and operation of the emergency exits keep all escape routes clear Combustible Materials Keep them clear of all heating and cooking appliances Fire Fighting Provide at least a 1kg power fire extinguisher that complies with BS5423 by the main exit door and a fire blanket next to the cooker Make yourself familiar with the instructions on your fire extinguisher and the fire precaution arrangements on the caravan park Portable or Open Flame Heating Equipment Check for its presence The customer must be advised against its use 12 3 SERVICE DETAILS SECTION 7 ELEVATING ROOFS Lifting Mechanism Gas struts or spring struts should be checked for corrosion particularly on the piston rods of gas struts smooth operation when operating roof up and down and to ensure that they support the roof when fully up Check attachment points of struts to body and roof Canvas side walls Check for satisfactory attachment to body and roo
95. ill come on This delay is built in to avoid switching to gas operation and igniting the burner whenever you stop to refuel the vehicle If the system selects gas operation the ignition will be activated automatically The gas will flow to the burner and be lit by the electric ignition If the flame goes out the gas will immediately be lit again e Manual selection Note If the flame cannot be lit within 30 seconds the gas supply will stop and gas mode will be switched off the LED start flashing and an error code shown on the LCD display The gas mode can be reset only if the refrigerator is switched off If you switch the refrigerator on again and the gas mode is still not working the LED of the manual gas mode will flash to indicate that gas is unavailable and an error code is shown in the LCD display Important Note e 15 prohibited to use gas to power the refrigerator while you are driving If a road accident results in a fire there is danger of an explosion e prohibited to use gas to power the refrigerator in the vicinity of petrol stations If it will take longer than 15minutes to refuel your vehicle you should switch the refrigerator off using the main switch A Switching off e Push the main switch A The blue LED will go out refrigerator is now completely switched off e Use the special door latch on the door locking mechanism to hold the door open in order to prevent unplea
96. ily but does not pump water Likely to occur after water container has been refilled Pump is air locked and is fighting to get air out and water in CURE Unplug from the socket allowing pump to flood and reconnect by plugging in again The correct sequence when refilling the container is to unplug put pump into container then reconnect Pump continues to run for up to 30 seconds after tap is turned off This is not a problem This is a characteristic of pressure switch systems caused by the dampening effect of the hot water heater or surge damper on the cold side THREE GOLDEN RULES 1 NEVER allow the pump to run dry 2 NEVER allow the pump to run continuously for more than 15 minutes 3 The pump assembly MUST be unplugged BEFORE putting the pump back into the refilled water container CONNECTION OF SERVICES aly GAS GENERAL INFORMATION Gas Bottles Bottled Liquified Petroleum Gas LPG is the most convenient portable source of fuel for your motorhome The motorhome includes a gas bottle stowage compartment Make sure that heating and cooking appliances and the gas cylinders are switched off before you move the motorhome The regulator Your motorhome is fitted with a regulator as standard equipment The gas regulator has a working pressure of 30mbar and is suitable for both propane and butane liquefied petroleum gas There are dedicated hoses available for different types of gas bottle They are also a
97. ing Auto Sleeper dealer Please read the following carefully T In the interests of safety replacement parts for appliances should conform to the appliance manufacturer s specification and should be fitted by them or their authorised agent WARNINGS 1 Never use portable cooking or heating equipment other than electric heaters that are not of the direct radiant type as it is a fire and asphyxiation hazard 2 Do not use cookers as heaters or dry clothes etc on the cooker or space heater 3 Make sure that combustible materials can not come into contact with hot surfaces or burners 4 Surfaces of appliances may become hot in use and the guard provided does not give full protection to the young and elderly 5 Do not use additional independent gas appliances inside the vehicle 6 Never allow modifications of electrical or LPG systems or appliances except by qualified technicians The water heater fitted to this vehicle is of the room sealed type any replacement should be the same i e room sealed Turn off all gas equipment and cylinders tanks and any other heating appliances before travelling Ventilation openings are located below all the gas appliances In winter conditions make sure the vents are clear of snow and mud These openings should be regularly checked and any mesh covering them cleaned with a stiff brush to prevent any risk of them becoming blocked The openings are provided for your
98. inks etc Couplings and Fluids Check that the appropriate markings are used blue for fresh water grey for waste water Ensure a sealing off cover is supplied for each coupling Check that filler positions are designated petrol diesel or water as appropriate Toilet Waste Tank Check that any fixed tank intended to receive discharge from a toilet is fitted with either a level or full indicator SECTION 10 ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS Extra Low Voltage 12 Volts excluding vehicle Battery ies e Check battery ies for condition e Check connections wires fuses and relays appertaining to the habitation electrics Wiring e Examine all visible wiring e Check all connections and joints are sound and satisfactory Fuses Fuse Holders Ensure that fuses and fuse holders used to protect the habitation electrics are satisfactory and that fuse ratings are compatible with the circuit appliances being protected Appliances e Inspect all appliances for damage signs of overheating and secure fixing Function test all appliances Mains 230 Volt System It is recommended that the inspection and certification of the 230 volt system be carried out by a qualified electrician who is an approved contractor of the NICEIC National Inspection for Electrical Installation Contracting or a member of the Electrical Contractors Association 2 SECTION 11 VENTILATION High Level Check all high level ventila
99. ion The ventilation points on your motorhome are fixed points of ventilation which are stated by the European Standards Under no circumstances must these vents be blocked or obstructed It is advised that fixed ventilation points and any protective screens are checked and cleaned if necessary on a regular basis Fresh air circulation should be allowed below the motorhome when appliances are in use and when flues terminate below the floor to allow free evacuation of the products of combustion At least three sides of the underfloor space should always be kept open and unobstructed especially by snow Do not make any additional openings in the floor T Under no circumstances must these vents be blocked or obstructed Additional night time ventilation is obtained by releasing the window catches and placing them in the second groove on the frame catch Awnings There is no danger of pollution of an enclosed awning space by the LPG exhaust from the refrigerator venting into it WARNING Space heaters may produce sufficient exhaust gases to pollute the awning space if it is totally enclosed from a general comfort smell and hygiene point of view In the extreme case there could be a build up of carbon dioxide to a dangerous level Note Motorhome owners are advised to allow some fresh air circulation into the awning space when such appliances are in use It should be noted that the space heater exhaust terminates on the
100. iterature on safe operation of appliances and equipment fitted to your motorhome are included in the Auto Sleeper Customer Pack Please read these carefully prior to use Should you experience any difficulties contact your dealer who will be pleased to offer advise It is the policy of Mercedes and Auto Sleeper to improve continually their vehicles so whilst the details contained in this Handbook are correct at the time of going to press they reserve the right to alter the specifications at any time without notice Auto Sleeper motorhomes offer a variety of customer uses and whilst each vehicle features the optimum storage fluid seating and sleeping capabilities it is the customer s responsibility to select the proper combinations of loads without exceeding weight capacities Your Auto Sleeper motorhome conforms to the European standard EN 1646 1 for habitation requirements relating to Health and Safety 1 1 Model This handbook covers the Worcester based on the Mercedes Sprinter 316 CDi long wheelbase chassis cab Gas System This handbook is for use on vehicles with a 30 mbar gas system The gas system pressure is noted on a label in the gas locker Conversion Type Coach built conversion with two berths either longitudinal singles or a large transverse double bed Laminated panel and glass fibre combination Insulated panels have GRP outer skin Climatic Conditions The motorhome is designed for use in
101. ked for the purpose Noise e Do not make excessive noise Children should be restrained from making excessive noise Flying kites and model aircraft and the use of items like catapults or air guns as well as ball games should not be permitted among or close to motorhomes e Musical instruments record players radios and televisions should not be used to the inconvenience of other people on site Open and close doors quietly e Power generators must be adequately silenced and used with consideration and according to restricted site times Dogs and Pets e All dogs and other pets should be kept under control e Unless permission has been granted animal should be allowed loose on the site and leads must not exceed 10ft animal should be allowed in the shower toilet blocks e Do not let dogs foul the site Fire Precautions Adhere to and make note of all fire precautions concerning the whereabouts of the fire points Although not compulsory it is recommended that a 1 kg 216 dry powder fire extinguisher is carried It should comply with BS 5423 and be marked BSI or FOC approved It is important to check at regular intervals that the extinguisher is working as is required by types meeting BS 5423 Careful thought is necessary for the positioning of the extinguisher which should be near the door but not too close to the cooking equipment where sudden flames could make it unr
102. ks should only be emptied into foul water sewers usually via the chemical toilet sometimes called Elsan disposal point on a campsite They should never be emptied into watercourses or surface water drains Always remember to check the bowl is empty before removing the toilet tank A full toilet tank is heavy It is a good idea to empty regularly and to have a trolley available on which to carry the tank on longer distances If the toilet has its own tank of flushing water there are additives available that will assist in cleaning and freshening the toilet bowl WARRANTY AUTO SLEEPERS WARRANTY Warranty Registration The supplying dealer s representative and the purchaser must sign the declaration in the Warranty Service book to verify that the dealer has explained the warranty terms and conditions and that the purchaser understands them The dealer must then register the sale on the Auto Sleepers warranty system to activate the cover Warranty Terms and Conditions For full details of the warranty terms and conditions please refer to the Warranty Service handbook supplied with your Auto Sleeper TRIM AND MATERIALS BODY CONSTRUCTION Side Walls GRP Mercedes White Floor Vinyl Dark Wood Block Furniture Amati Walnut Furniture Fittings Chrome Work Surfaces finish Minstrel Table finish Minstrel Carpet Mocha Upholstery Poppy various colours Curtains Cushions To match upholstery colou
103. l be necessary to demount the body to check the body supports must be agreed between dealer and customer SECTION 2 WINDOWS Windows Check window glazing rubber or sealing for cracks and general condition Check for satisfactory operation and closing Check fixing of top hinge rail on top hung windows Check for good weather seal when window is closed and latched Check catches and stays for satisfactory operation SECTION 3 DOORS EXTERNAL DOORS Not including base vehicle doors Security e Check that hinges and catches are satisfactory and that when latched doors are held securely shut e Check that the keys or internal latches lock the doors correctly Check that any device fitted to hold a door in the open position is satisfactory SERVICE DETAILS Sealing e Check all door seals for cracking and general condition Check correct closing to give a weather tight seal Childproof Lock Where a door is fitted with a childproof lock check that an appropriate warning notice is fixed adjacent to the door Appropriate warning notices are available from motorhome manufacturers INTERNAL DOORS Security e Check that hinges and catches satisfactory and that when latched the door is held securely shut Safety e Check that any device fitted to hold a door in the closed position can be operated from both sides to open the door in an emergency SECTION 4 ATTACHM
104. lation from overload or short circuit If an overload occurs the MCB will switch off the supply If this occurs you should investigate the cause of the fault before switching the MCB back on The following table shows the rating and circuit allocation for the three MCB s 10 Amps White Yellow for heater Extra 230v Sockets Space Heater 3 10 Amps Black Blue for water heater Fridge Water Heater 12v Charger internally connected CONNECTION OF SERVICES aly 3 3 Battery Charger The EC500 system incorporates an intelligent three stage battery charger power converter During stage 1 the battery voltage is increased gradually while the current is limited to start the charging process and protect the battery At stage 2 the voltage rises to 14 4V to deliver the bulk charge to the battery When the battery is charged the voltage is decreased at stage 3 to 13 6V to deliver a float charge to maintain the battery in the fully charged state The charger can be left switched on continuously as required The battery charger power converter also provides power to the leisure equipment when the mains supply is connected This module supplies DC to the leisure equipment up to a maximum of 25 Amps 300 Watts therefore the available power is distributed between the leisure load and the battery with the leisure load taking priority as per the following example Leisure load Available power for battery charging WARNING Under heavy l
105. lation in your Auto Sleeper which is built in in the interests of safety There is therefore no need to leave any windows or roof ventilators ajar indeed the roof ventilators have sufficient CARE OF YOUR MOTORHOME fixed ventilation to allow the interior of the vehicle to breathe satisfactorily Exterior Fit where appropriate winter covers to the fridge ventilator grilles Give your Auto Sleeper a good wash and polish before laying up and apply a small film of protective oil to the stainless steel roof rack ladder and any other external polished metal components Electrical Turn the electrical system off using the Shutdown Switch on the front of the control box see diagram amp Activating the System in section 7 This turns off all the leisure electronics apart from any alarm and tracker power feeds Mercedes recommend that if the vehicle is to be parked up for a long period that the vehicle electrical system is switched off at the battery isolating switch For full instructions on the procedure refer to the Mercedes hand book supplied with the vehicle and look in the index at the front of the book for the section entitled Battery Isolating switch If this advice is followed bear in mind that the remote central locking will not function although it will still be possible to unlock and lock the doors manually using the key To maintain the vehicle battery in good condition it is recommended that it i
106. lations should be inspected annually by qualified personnel If in doubt contact your supplying Auto Sleeper dealer Modifications to the gas systems should not take place unless carried out by qualified technicians CARE OF YOUR MOTORHOME SEAT RESTRAINTS WARNING In the event of any impact of 25 mph or over in which seat belts have been worn they must be replaced before the vehicle is used again WATER SYSTEM Fresh Water Tank At regular intervals and at least every three months the fresh water system should be flushed through with fresh water Furthermore it is advisable that prior to using your Auto Sleeper the fresh water system is thoroughly flushed with fresh water Waste Water Tank Since the waste water tank can hold foreign matter it should be regularly flushed with fresh water To prevent odours working back through the shower and sink outlets flush the waste tank through with a small amount of mild disinfectant Depending on the use of the waste tank it is possible that this will collect solid waste matter which in some instances may build up and block the waste tank outlet tap In this case it will be necessary to drop the tank for cleaning Access is through a large diameter fitting in the tank top Once removed this will allow the tank to be flushed out in an inverted position and all solids removed 10 3 6 4 WINTERISATION General This section contains information on the winterisatio
107. lifetime of the product in particular the sensor under normal operating conditions The sensor life is seven years for this reason the detector should be replaced after seven years from the date of installation FireAngel Technical Support Line 9 00am 5 00pm Monday Friday Telephone 0800 141 2561 1 800 523171 in EIRE e mail technicalsupport fireangel co uk Maintaining Testing Your Detector Maintenance Your detector will alert you to potentially hazardous CO concentrations in your home when maintained properly To maintain your FireAngel detector in proper working order T and to ensure that the sensor will last for the lifetime of the product it is recommended that you e Test the sounder power pack and circuitry of your detector at least once per week by pressing the Test Reset button briefly Perform the Sensor Test annually e Keep the detector free of dust by gently vacuuming the case with a soft brush attachment when required To prevent the possibility of contaminating the sensor in your detector and thus affecting its reliability e Never use cleaning solutions on your detector Simply wipe with a slightly damp cloth e Do not paint the detector e Do not spray aerosols on or near the detector e Do not use any solvent based products near the detector Move the detector to a safe location and store in a plastic bag before painting wall papering or performing any other ac
108. low tips Butane Normally on initial lighting a small amount of yellow tipping will occur and then slightly increases as the burner heats up Although each burner will support pans from 10 to 22cm care should be taken not to overload the appliance as reduced performance may result When using small pans the flames should not spread beyond the base of the pan as this will reduce the efficiency of the burner B GRILL Caution Accessible parts may be hot when the grill is used Young children should be kept away 1 Ensure gas cylinder supply is connected and turned on In the event of a gas smell turn off at gas cylinder mains and contact supplier Remove all accessories and packing that may be in the grill including any plastic coating that may be protecting the grill cavity surfaces Clean the interior before using it for the first time use soap and water and rinse carefully To light Open door push in the control knob and turn to full rate Hold a lighted match or taper to the burner and push the control knob in and hold The burner should ignite and the control knob should be held in for 10 15 seconds before release If the burner goes out repeat procedure holding control knob for slightly longer For models fitted with spark ignition the procedure is similar except that the burner can be ignited by depressing the ignition button which is located on the fascia Ignition must be carried out with t
109. lvents to velour piping otherwise the flock will be removed Work Surfaces Laminated work surfaces are fitted to the tops of all furniture units Whilst these are hard wearing hot pans should not be placed directly on these surfaces since damage may result 23 STAINLESS STEEL COMPONENTS External In the event of discolouration of the stainless steel ladder this should be removed with T Cut or any other mild abrasive and the surface protected with WD40 or a similar product Internal Do not clean stainless steel fittings i e splash plate and sinks with bleach since this reacts with the stainless steel and may lead to corrosion Furniture Furniture should be cleaned with a proprietary furniture polish periodically Any watermarks that may occur on the hardwood edging of the furniture units should be removed by use of fine grade wire wool and furniture wax Heavy stains may need to be sanded out and the edging re polished with a proprietary varnish Ronseal etc The high gloss finish is achieved by using wire wool and wax GAS INSTALLATION All gas vents and flue pipes should be periodically checked for damage and should be kept free from dirt Blocking of vents or flues is extremely hazardous and should be avoided at all times Gas Appliance Igniters It is advisable periodically to check visually the igniters on hobs grills and ovens are sparking correctly Annual Inspection The gas instal
110. n 2 86 This screen shows large display clock 24 hour format 4 4 5 Time and Timer Event Settings Screen 9 0 00 01 19 0 Time of tine Timer off Sime OO OO OO 00 Syston TIME settings Prosa lt to edit This screen is used to adjust any of the system times and to set the alarm clock or event timer Press the select button to move through each setting Press the up down buttons to adjust the setting Set Clock Time First adjust the hour using the up down buttons then press select again to move to minutes and adjust with the up down buttons e Set Alarm Time Press the select button to move to alarm hour setting Press the up down buttons to adjust the setting then press select again to move to minutes and adjust with the up down buttons Press select again to move to alarm on off Press the up down buttons to adjust the setting If the alarm is turned on a bell symbol will be shown in the header area Set Timer event on Time Press the select button to move to timer hour setting Press the up down buttons to adjust the setting then press select again to move to minutes and adjust with the up down buttons Set Timer event off Time Press the select button to move to timer hour setting Press the up down buttons to adjust the setting then press select again to move to minutes and adjust with the up down buttons Press select again to move to timer on off Press the up down
111. n be obtained from the Crime Prevention Officer through your local Police Station Central Locking WARNING Possibility of lock out Please note that the Mercedes security system has a feature which re locks all the doors including the habitation area door within 40 seconds of them having been unlocked unless one of the cab doors has been opened Under a specific circumstance the owner is inside the vehicle unlocks it using the remote control and exits via the habitation door without opening a cab door the security auto relocking remains active This results in SAFETY amp SECURITY the central locking system re locking the habitation door after 40 seconds and can leave an unwary owner locked out of his vehicle In order to avoid this possibility always take the keys when exiting the vehicle In any event we would always advise the keys must never be left in an unattended vehicle no matter how close to it the owner intends to remain Of course there is no need to take the keys if someone remains inside the vehicle CONNECTION OF SERVICES Please read and become familiar with operating instructions for equipment fitted in your motorhome Connection of services are dealt with under separate headings Water Electricity and Gas WATER SYSTEMS Fresh Waste Tanks The freshwater tank is located behind the nearside skirt ahead of the rear axle and may be drained using the blue tap positioned behind it
112. n grills Vent screen The vent has a screen to prevent bugs from entering the combustion area of the refrigerator These vents need to be cleaned regularly to ensure a good airflow When the refrigerator performs poorly due to high external temperatures the vents can be removed to improve the airflow and hence cooling performance Storage If you do not expect to use your refrigerator for a lengthy period carry out the following actions e Remove all food e Switch off the refrigerator Clean the refrigerator as described earlier e Shut off the gas tap to the refrigerator e Leave the door ajar using the special closure hook storage position Place the winter cover on the ventilation grill Y B FITTED EQUIPMENT Troubleshooting If your refrigerator does not refrigerate properly or will not start run through the following checklist e Check that you have followed the instructions in Switching on section e Check that the refrigerator is on a level surface Check that there is an available energy source Possible cause Action you can take Refrigerator will not work on gas Gas bottle is empty Replace the gas bottle Valve of the gas bottle or one of Open the valves Refrigerator will not work on 12V DC Refrigerator will not refrigerate Insufficient ventilation Check whether the ventilation sufficiently grills are covered Thermostat set too low Increase the setting of the
113. n of your Auto Sleeper particularly when you may wish to lay up your vehicle for the winter months Water System The water system should be fully emptied by opening the drain valve located adjacent to the water heater see heater section for more details and the drain taps on both the fresh water tank and waste water tank left in the open position Likewise all internal taps should be left open and the water pump run until the last traces of water have come out of the taps Take the vehicle for a short drive with all the drain taps open in order to remove the last drops of water from the tanks and water system Remove all sink plugs to allow the water system to breathe Flush fully the waste water tank to remove any excess debris and waste material Flush through again with disinfectant as part of the final drain Leave drain tap open Upholstery We advise that any detachable upholstery is removed and taken indoors during prolonged winter storage particularly detachable upper bed mattresses and scatter cushions Curtains Blinds To prevent uneven bleaching and possible excess sunlight onto the furniture and fabrics we recommend that either the curtains or blinds are left drawn Refrigerator Leave the refrigerator door open on its intermediate lock position this will allow the refrigerator to breathe and prevent any unpleasant odours in the storage department Ventilation There is fixed upper and lower venti
114. nd that the door does not close properly check whether the door locking mechanism keeps the door properly shut FITTED EQUIPMENT Winter operation If you use the refrigerator when the outdoor temperature is below 8 C install the Thetford vent winter storage cover see fig A on the ventilation grills The cover which is available from your dealer protects your refrigerator from excessively cold air It is also advisable to fit the cover if you are not going to use the vehicle for a long period Maintenance of gas equipment A qualified engineer must inspect and maintain gas and electrical equipment Important Laws covering gas appliances make it the user s responsibility to observe the following rules Appliances that run on LPG must be inspected every year gas burner must be cleaned at least once a year e Gas hoses must be checked annually and replaced regularly as required These items will be checked as part of your motorhome annual habitation check Refer to section 12 of the handbook 2 Maintenance checklist e Your refrigerator will give years of trouble free use if you run through this check list regularly e Keep the refrigerator clean e Check that the refrigerator is defrosting itself regularly e Check the door closing mechanism regularly as previously described e sure that the ventilation grills are not blocked e Regularly clean the ventilatio
115. nd time this should happen after around 5 seconds Release the Test Reset button Upon releasing the Test Reset button the Fault LED will flash yellow once every second This indicates that the sampling rate of the detector has increased and can be tested using a known source of CO Test eset Button Step 3 Light a cigarette or an incense stick using a match or lighter If using an incense stick be sure to blow out the flame so that the incense stick is smouldering Extinguish the lighter or put out the match and place it into a dish of water T Step 4 Turn the detector on its side so that the vents on the right hand side of the detector are pointing downwards Hold the burning cigarette or incense stick 15cm 6 inches below the detector so that the smoke enters the vents on the side of the detector An increase in the localised carbon monoxide level with the sensor to more than 50ppm will cause the sounder to sound for one cycle of four loud beeps and the Fault LED to illuminate yellow for a short time This is the end of the test The Fault LED will no longer flash yellow and the detector will go back to normal operating mode ie the Power LED will flash green once every minute It may take up to two minutes of exposure to the smoke for the localised level of carbon monoxide within the sensor to reach over 50ppm Now move the source of CO away from the detector as the test is finished Step 5 After step 4
116. nd ensure the RCD is switched on lever in up position Press the Test button and confirm that RCD turns off lever in down position Switch the RCD back to the on position lever in up position If the test button failed to operate the RCD see section 3 14 Check Miniature Circuit Breakers Locate the MCB s within the PSU adjacent to the RCD and ensure they are all in the on up position If any MCB s fail to Jatch in the on position see section 3 14 Turn the PSU ON Locate the black Shutdown button and ensure it is in the on position press button to change button in on button out off Locate the green Charger switch on the PSU and turn to the on position press button to change button in on button out off The charger switch will illuminate when turned on Check correct Polarity Locate the Reverse polarity indicator on the PSU and ensure that the indicator is NOT illuminated If the indicator is illuminated see section 3 10 Check operation of equipment It is now safe to operate the 12v and 230v equipment CONNECTION OF SERVICES aly 2 4 EC480 Digital Control Panel Colour graphic display O O Are es 2 5 Control Panel Operation EC480 Button Description Power Button Press the power button to turn the leisure power on Press the button again to turn the power off The adjacent LED will illuminate when the power is on and also the voltage
117. nd windows in a van conversion The base vehicle must be serviced in accordance with the chassis manufacturer s instructions Reference should also be made to e owner s manual or equivalent supplied with the vehicle by the motorhome converter Appliance manufacturer s instructions e Driver s handbook or equivalent supplied by the chassis manufacturer A vehicle is accepted for service at the dealer s discretion Any defects repairs adjustments cleaning or lubrication required will be noted on the checklist The customer s approval will be obtained before any work is done Not all of the equipment mentioned in this manual is fitted as standard to every motorhome This guide is published as an aide memoir for dealers Any work carried out following the check and the sufficiency of the work in the check itself is subject to the contract between the customer and the dealer 12 1 2 SECTION 1 BODY MOUNTING Body to Chassis Examine all fixings retaining the body to the chassis this may be direct or through a sub frame Where practical all fittings should be checked to ensure they are all present and correctly secured Body to Cab Examine joint between body and cab for signs of movement and soundness of sealing media Body Retention dismountables Check serviceability and tightness of body retaining gear Check serviceability of body support struts and mountings Note whether it wil
118. ne is provided in addition to the standard vehicle battery to power facilities in the caravan habitation area of the motor caravan These facilities can include lights water pump toilet flush heating blower and ignition for gas appliances The battery is charged by the vehicle engine when it is running or by a built in battery charger when the motor caravan is connected to a mains electricity supply With a mains supply connected and the charger switched on you can make unlimited use of the battery supplied appliances and the leisure battery will remain fully charged When not connected to the mains you could switch all of the appliances on at once and discharge the battery in a couple of hours By only switching on what you need when you need it the battery can support you for three or four days in the winter A solar panel can be installed as an extra that will give a small charge to the battery and help it support you for longer The output of the leisure battery and the circuits it supplies are all protected by fuses You should find out where those fuses are located and keep some spares to hand The leisure battery is usually a 110 ampere hour 12 volt low maintenance type which should only require attention at the annual habitation service Gas It is usual to have some devices such as the cooker in the motor home fuelled by liquid petroleum gas LPG and most vehicles are designed to accept replaceable gas cylinders
119. ne for moisture water staining of areas under windows at side of roof and at corners which could indicate water seepage problems A moisture meter should be used where appropriate Furniture Check furniture is securely fixed Check door hinges catches and stays for satisfactory operation Dinette Seats Beds Check seat bases for security of fixings and for damage Make up beds according to manufacturer s instructions and check for rigidity and safety SERVICE DETAILS Upper Bunks Check there is a secure means of access to upper bunks and that where applicable protection against falling out and entrapment is provided Curtains Blinds Nets Check track is secure and curtains draw freely without snagging Check blinds and or nets for correct operation Check flyscreens in roof lights and air vents Cab Seats Where cab seats form part of the living area and or bed layout they should be checked for security of attachment smooth and easy operation of seat slides swivels and seat back operation Fire Extinguisher Check condition and expiry date If an extinguisher is not fitted inform the customer of the advisability of such equipment Fire Blanket Check position should be near cooker If one is not present inform the customer of the advisability of such equipment Advice to Occupiers Warning Notice Check presence and condition and advise customers accordingly The wording and layout of the not
120. oads the charger case may become hot ALWAYS ensure any ventilation slots have a clear flow of air Do not place combustible materials against adjacent to the charger 3 4 Smart Charging The EC500 system incorporates a smart charge feature which monitors both leisure and vehicle batteries and automatically adjusts and directs the charger power and solar power if a solar panel is installed to maintain the leisure and vehicle batteries at an optimal level 3 5 Leisure Battery 3 5 1 Selection For optimum performance and safety it is essential that only a proprietary brand LEISURE battery is used with a typical capacity of 75 to 120 Ah Ampere hours A normal vehicle battery is NOT suitable This battery should always be connected when the system is in use The PSU is configured to work with standard lead acid leisure batteries and in most cases is also compatible with the latest range of Absorbed Glass Matt AGM batteries Before fitting non standard batteries please check that the charging profile described in 3 3 is suitable for the type of battery by referring to the battery documentation or battery manufacturer Some vehicle installations can cater for two leisure batteries connected in parallel In these cases it is recommended that two identical batteries are used The battery feed is fitted with an inline fuse between the battery and the electrical harness and is usually located immediately outside the battery com
121. on 10 3 Wiring Diagram FAUST e 7 33 NOTES 9 Designed and Printed by Preset Graphics Tel 01332 549278 MY 2013 Ref 21311
122. on gas and electricity 900W f Mixed operation gas and electricity 1800W g Yellow LED on Electrical operation Winter mode only In summer mode the unit automatically selects electric operation at the pre selected electrical power of 900W or 1800W Note Switching on the electric heating elements as well does not increase the maximum heating power 9 9 h Rotary switch for room temperature 1 5 k green LED lit Operation green LED blinking after running is active in order to reduce the unit s temperature Summer operation water temperature 40 C 60 C m Winter operation heating without water temperature monitoring or with drained water system n Winter operation heating with water temperature monitoring Rotary Off switch p Yellow LED lit Boiler heat up phase r Red LED lit red LED blinking Failure The thermostat setting on the control panel 1 5 must be determined individually depending on the heating requirement and the type of vehicle For an average room temperature of about 23 C we recommend a thermostat setting of about 4 FITTED EQUIPMENT FrostControl safety drain valve t Rotary switch position Operation Push button position Closed w Push button position Drain x 7 Drainage muff led outside through floor of vehicle FrostControl is a currentless safety drain valve When there is a danger of frost it automatically dr
123. ontains another drawer a cupboard and a slide out worktop extension On the offside of the vehicle is the full height Thetford Premium LCD fridge freezer with a microwave oven and storage cupboard above Forward of the fridge freezer is a further work top with cupboard below which houses the electrical system control box on the back wall and also the 230V isolation switch Above the worktops is a cupboard which conceals the flat screen TV on a swing out bracket when fitted On the other side of the fridge freezer is a storage cupboard for the large table top with two legs and above that a slide out towel rail Above the kitchen area are storage lockers one of which on the nearside contains the storage racks for the crockery which is supplied separately in its own storage bag Fitted to the bottom of these lockers is a fluorescent light over the sink and a Dometic cooker hood above the cooker A clear fronted locker on the offside houses four wine glasses and bottle clips Bathroom The bathroom occupies the whole width of the rear of the vehicle and consists of an electric flush toilet a washbasin with mixer tap and a separate shower cubicle with folding doors Below the basin is a storage unit and above is a mirror with a overhead light for illumination The shower features a chrome mixer tap and shower head and also a storage rack for bottles etc A plastic mat prevents damage to the shower tray when not in use
124. ooking appliance have adequate protection Inspections e 15 recommended that inspections carried out by a qualified trained fitter trained to GAS SAFE standards SECTION 9 WATER SYSTEM Before operating the water system a visual check of the following items may show up an obvious leak source Fresh Water Tank Check condition fill tank and check for leaks Check the external filler and filler pipe to tank Check for satisfactory venting Check condition and presence of filler cap Waste Water Tank Check drain tap is clear and working Check condition and presence of drain hose The water tank will be drained flushed cleaned and charged with a measure of toilet fluid disinfectant at the prior request of the customer Pump Filter When applicable remove filter and replace Check the in line pump for security and condition Remove the submersible pump from tank check condition Check pump inlet and outlet are clear and not obstructed Check delivery hose and electric cable are secure and satisfactory System Check Operate pump Check all piping for leaks Operate taps and shower If a hot water system is fitted it can be checked for leaks etc using cold water Note Aerated water from tap could be due to a leak on the suction side of the pump Waste Water System With water running through the drain pipes SERVICE DETAILS check for leaks and satisfactory draining of water from s
125. or other powerful cleaning agents These may cause permanent damage to the seals and other toilet components Toilet Sguirt Thetford Plastic Cleaner in the toilet Flush the bowl with water and wipe down the rest of the toilet with a damp cloth TIP For a really shining toilet dry it with a soft dry cloth after cleaning Clean seat and lid The seat and lid can easily be removed Lift the lid and seat together and pull upwards After cleaning replace the seat and lid by positioning the round pins above the holes and then pushing the lid and seat downwards Waste Tank We advise a thorough cleaning of the waste tank once each season Remove the mechanism from the waste tank by turning it anti clockwise as shown on the waste tank Rinse the complete mechanism under a tap Remove the cover plate from the automatic pressure release vent by prising it up using a screwdriver Use one hand to push the automatic pressure release vent open while holding the float of the automatic pressure release vent on the inside of the tank with the other 9 26 B hand Push the float upwards turn the float a half turn and remove it from below Remove the rubber seal that is under the float Rinse the float and rubber seal under a tap Replace the rubber seal and the float for the automatic pressure release vent in the same way The rubber seal in the toilet the valve blade seal the mechanism seal the automatic
126. ount of yellow tipping will be seen immediately after lighting increasing as the burner heats up Grill Burners lt is normal for the flames on this type of burner to develop yellow tips as it heats up particularly on butane General A flame lifting away from the burners is an indication of too high a pressure although it may happen with grill burners whilst the frets are heating up A yellow flame will cause sooting and is an indication of too low a pressure Providing the regulator and piping have been checked and found satisfactory the above faults should not appear Flues e Flues should be examined for security of fixing and for correct attachment to appliances and flue terminals They should be free from damage and corrosion Check for leakage of flue gases into the vehicle Flame Failure Device FFD Where fitted FFD should be checked to ensure satisfactory operation After the appliance has been successfully checked allow time for the thermocouple to cool Attempt to relight the appliance by turning it on wihtout pushing in the gas control knob Do not override the FFD If appliance does not light FFD is satisfactory Security e Check appliance is securely fixed to the vehicle furniture and will be free from rattles Where applicable check that water pipes are satisfactorily attached with no sign of leakage 2 Protection of adjacent surfaces Check that surfaces adjacent to open flame c
127. our supplying Auto Sleeper dealer Cleaning Interior Plastics Interior plastic parts such as the shower and wash basin should only be cleaned with warm soapy water or non abrasive cleaners specified as being suitable for use on plastic items Removing Scratches from Acrylic Windows All windows except the chassis cab and Luton are manufactured in acrylic Over time these become scratched and their clarity impaired An Acrylic Window Polish removes unwanted scratches and blemishes leaving a clear haze free finish Minor scratches can be polished out directly Recommended Materials G3 Paste Compound This is a cutting compound and polish recommended for use on painted surfaces and GRP It is ideal for removing the traffic film that builds up on glassfibre coachwork and not only restores it to its former glory but adds a high level of polish as well G10 Extra Fine Grade Liquid This is again ideal for polishing surfaces and removes swirl marks and very fine scratches It is less abrasive than G3 yet has the same polish properties and cleans and restores discoloured surfaces It is ideal for use on dark colours Black Top Hand Glaze This is ideal for use on stains vinyls body mouldings and provides a long lasting high gloss finish It is resistant to car wash and abrasive solvents and is easy to apply Economical in use only a small amount is needed to give a very fine finish Finishing Cloths These are very fine
128. ow p LEDs light up Note Once the water in the boiler has reached a temperature of 60 C the burner will switch off and the yellow LEd p will go out The unit must stay switched on for at least 30 minutes and no warm water may be removed The residual heat in the heat exchanger will heat the water up to 70 C Fuses 12V The fuse is in the electronics beneath the connection cover Replace the unit s fuse only with an identical fuse Device fuse 10A slow T 10A Fuses 230V CAUTION The fuse and the power supply lines must only be replaced by an expert WARNING The unit must be disconnected from the mains all poles before opening the electronic housing lid The fuse in the power electronics 16 beneath the electronic housing lid This fine fuse must always be replaced with a fuse of the same type 10A slow interrupting capacity FITTED EQUIPMENT Overheating protection 230V The 230V heating facility has a mechanical overheating switch If the 12V power supply is interrupted during operation or during the after run period for example the temperatures within the unit could activate the overheating protection To reset the overheating protection allow heater to cool remove connection cover and press red reset button B FITTED EQUIPMENT TROUBLESHOOTING LIST Fault After switching on winter and summer operation none of the LEDs are lit The green LED comes on
129. partment or within 500mm of the battery The maximum rating of this fuse is 20A per battery If a single battery is fitted to a motorhome this fuse may be increased to 30A however if two batteries are fitted each battery should be fused at a maximum of 20A 3 5 2 Installation amp Removal Always disconnect the 230v mains supply and turn the PSU green charger switch to the off position button out before removing or installing the battery 1 18 CONNECTION OF SERVICES aly When connecting the battery ensure that the correct polarity is observed black is negative and red is positive and that the terminals are securely fastened Crocodile clips must not be used WARNING Explosive gases may be present at the battery Take care to prevent flames and sparks in the vicinity of the battery and do not smoke 3 5 3 Operation Servicing Under normal circumstances it should not be necessary to remove the battery other than for routine inspection of the terminals and topping up of the battery fluid where applicable Please see instructions supplied with the battery Note Do not over discharge the battery One of the most common causes of battery failure is when the battery is discharged below the recommended level of approximately 10v Discharging a battery below this figure can cause permanent damage to one or more of the cells within the battery To prevent over discharge the EC500 system incorporates a battery protect cir
130. put out the incense stick or cigarette by placing it into a dish of water Ensure that all flames have been extinguished Note If the localised carbon monoxide level within the sensor does not reach 50ppm during the test the sensor test will stop automatically after 3 minutes SAFETY amp SECURITY Understanding the Product s Indicators The higher the concentration of carbon monoxide detected by the detector the quicker it will respond When sufficient carbon monoxide is detected a loud audible signal 85 dB at 1m 3 feet will be emitted and the Alarm LED flash red once every second The Alarm will sound e Between 60 90 minutes when exposed to a minimum of 50ppm of CO Between 10 and 40 minutes when exposed to a minimum of 100ppm of CO e Within 3 minutes when exposed to minimum of 300ppm of CO Fault low power pack signal The unit continuously checks the settings of its sensor and circuitry If any of these settings are found to be incorrect or if the power pack becomes low then the detector will emit a single chirp once per minute and the Fault LED will flash yellow once per minute for up to 30 days IMPORTANT This does NOT mean that the detector has detected carbon monoxide If the product is still within warranty then contact technical support If the product is no longer in warranty replace immediately IMPORTANT The selected power pack was chosen to provide power beyond the
131. quately supported do not block ventilation openings cannot cause damage to fixtures and fittings located in the compartment Safe Usage To avoid accidents the following fundamental advice should be carefully read before using gas appliances or changing gas cylinders Always read and follow the use and maintenance instructions provided by the manufacturers of gas equipment Should any soot accumulate on pans fire radiants etc or any smell be produced consult a competent installer on the correct maintenance and adjustment of burners e Never check for gas leaks with a naked flame Always turn off the gas cylinder valve s or inlet to the motorhome or other dwelling when gas appliances are not in use Never use gas appliances without adequate ventilation All gas appliances require a plentiful supply of fresh air for correct operation Fixed ventilators or air inlets should not be stopped up Where practicable turn off all appliances before retiring to bed preferably at the cylinder or inlet to the motorhome or other dwelling e Unless the appliance incorporates automatic ignition when lighting an appliance always make sure you apply a CONNECTION OF SERVICES lighted match or taper to the burner before turning on the gas e If any appliance is disconnected for repair maintenance etc ensure that the gas line is capped off e ftaps are stiff to operate or appear to be a source of leakage call
132. r Exterior Graphics BS1819 13 THE COUNTRY 4 COASTAL CODES Upon arrival at your destination you should be aware of the Country Code relating to motorhome owners This is entitled the Motor Caravanners Code Code of Conduct Camp Sites Arrivals e Report to reception immediately on arrival Vehicle Movement e Keep to roadways unless otherwise directed e Adhere to speed limits Note that these are generally 10 mph Remember that the stopping distance on grass is considerably greater than on tarmac e Only a person in possession of a current driving licence may drive on the site Park correctly as advised on your pitch Where possible leave 20ft of free space around your vehicle Use of Site e Use the electrical mains hook up in the correct manner and with caution e Ensure that all fresh water taps connections are turned off after use e Have care and consideration when using all facilities toilets and showers etc and leave them clean and tidy Young children should be escorted To avoid possible damage to sewage purification works only approved chemical fluids must be used Under no circumstances may coal tar phenol or caustic based fluids be used Disposable napkins and similar bulky items must not be put into chemical closet emptying points but should be wrapped in a polythene bag and placed in the container provided Put all litter in containers mar
133. reen and is linked to the vehicle central locking system Please note the warning against being locked out on page 6 7 B FITTED EQUIPMENT LOCATION OF KEY FACILITIES Awning light switch Bottom lefthand switch on control panel Also on keyfob Bulkhead adjacent to fridge freezer Bulkhead adjacent to entrance door Lower cupboard adjacent to fridge freezer On electrical control unit front panel On electrical control unit front panel Under rear of offside bed Habitation Leisure battery Under passenger seat In unit above microwave oven On electrical control unit front panel Reading lights Below lockers all individually switched Residual Current Device RCD On electrical control unit front panel TV aerial socket One inside cupboard adjacent to fridge freezer One inside overhead locker adjacent to fridge freezer USB charging socket One above worktop adjacent to fridge freezer Water heater safety drain valve Under offside settee Water pump filter In freshwater tank Water pressure adjustment valve In cupboard below sink 12V DC sockets One inside cupboard adjacent to fridge freezer One inside overhead locker adjacent to fridge freezer 230V AC sockets Two in corner of kitchen above sink Two on front panel of offside settee One above worktop adjacent to fridge freezer One on exterior bodyside 9 31 FITTED EQUIPMENT SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS Single beds Remove the backrest cushions from the longit
134. rol is numbered from 1 to 6 To turn it on rotate the knob either clockwise or anti clockwise to the required position Position 1 is the coolest setting To turn the hotplate off rotate the knob until the line or pointer on the knob lines up with the zero on the control panel The hotplate is a sealed construction and transfers heat through conduction For maximum efficiency a correctly sized pan with a flat heavy gauge base should be used Pan size should be the same or slightly larger up to 1in 2 5cm oversize Before using your hotplate for the first time we recommend that you prime it and then season it To prime it switch on the hotplate for a short period without a pan to harden and burn off the coating Use a medium to high setting for 3 5 minutes A non toxic smoke may occur during this process Allow it to cool then season To season first heat the hotplate for 30 seconds on a medium setting then switch off Pour a minimal amount of unsalted vegetable oil onto a clean dry cloth or paper towel and apply a thin coat of oil to the hotplate surface Wipe off any excess oil then heat the hotplate on a medium setting for one minute Occasional seasoning will help to maintain its appearance B Leaks If a smell of gas becomes apparent the supply should be turned off at the cylinder IMMEDIATELY Extinguish naked lights including cigarettes and pipes Do not operate electrical switches Open all doors and windows
135. s electrical or mixed operation using the power switch Illumination of the yellow LED g on the power selector switch indicates that the unit is operating with 230V Move rotary switch on control panel to operating position n Set the rotary switch h to the desired thermostat setting 1 5 the green LED k for operation is lit and simultaneously indicates the position of the selected room temperature The yellow LED p indicates the water s heat up phase The device automatically selects the required power setting in accordance with the temperature difference between the temperature selected on the control panel and the current room temperature When the room temperature selected on the control panel is reached the heater switches back to the smallest setting and heats the water to 60 C Once the water temperature is reached the heater switches off and the yellow LED p goes out The warm air fan can continue to run in order to cool the unit after run Heating without water temperature monitoring Select gas electrical or mixed operation using the power switch Illumination of the yellow LED g on the power selector switch indicates that the unit is operating with 230V Move rotary switch on control panel to operating position m Turn the rotary switch h to the desired thermostat setting 1 5 The green LED for operation is lit and simultaneously indicates the position of the s
136. s fully charged prior to storage and then recharged every 3 months For full instructions refer to the Mercedes hand book and look in the index for the section entitled Battery Charging Windows Open all windows fully Check all window seals are intact and shut firmly Ensure locks and over centre catches are applied as appropriate 23 Automotive Follow the advice laid down by the base vehicle manufacturer In particular e Secure the vehicle using chocks Release the handbrake to prevent the brake linings from seizing on e Increase the tyre pressure by approximately 2 bar above the standard pressure to prevent the tyres from becoming flat WARNING Do not exceed the maximum pressure noted on the sidewall of the tyre Alternatively jack up the vehicle to relieve the load on the tyres Cover the tyres to protect from sunlight as they will deteriorate rapidly in ultra violet light A light proof cover will help to prevent cracking of sidewalls and premature ageing Check coolant for antifreeze protection correct as required e Check windscreen and headlamp cleaning systems for antifreeze protection correct as required CARE OF YOUR MOTORHOME TROUBLESHOOTING 6 4 The following series of fault finding charts to which you should refer the event of problems you may have regarding 230 12V LPG and water This should be used as a guide only and in the case of an electrical
137. sant odours and mould in the refrigerator Maintenance Regular maintenance is necessary to ensure the correct functioning of your refrigerator B Cleaning e Clean the refrigerator with a soft cloth and mild detergent Dust the refrigerator with a soft moistened cloth Do not use soap or aggressive detergents that are abrasive or soda based Note the removable interior components of the refrigerator are not dishwasher proof Defrosting refrigerator should defrost itself automatically However should it be necessary to manually defrost the refrigerator observe the following e Act once the frost layer reaches about 3mm thick e Remove contents of refrigerator and switch off e Leave the door open e Place dry towels inside to absorb the water Place trays of hot water in the freezer compartment e After defrosting use a cloth to dry the inside e Switch on again Important Do not use force or sharp objects to remove frost Do not try to accelerate defrosting by using for example a hairdryer Door locking mechanism Frost will form in the refrigerator if the door is not closed properly To check this close the door with a piece of paper between the door and the refrigerator Pull at the piece of paper If you feel resistance the door closes properly If you feel no resistance the door does not close properly Perform this test regularly on all sides of the door If you fi
138. st Auto Sleeper dealer HOTPLATE BURNERS Caution Glass lids may shatter when heated Turn off all burners and grill and allow to cool before shutting the lid Each burner is controlled individually and is monitored by a flame supervision device In the event of the burner flames being accidentally extinguished turn off the burner control and do not attempt to re ignite the burner for at least one minute The respective knob positions are shown in below To light the burner press in and turn the knob FULL RATE LOW RATE HOD FITTED EQUIPMENT anti clockwise to the full rate position and apply a light to the burner or press the ignition button if fitted It is necessary to hold the knob depressed during ignition and for approximately fifteen seconds after the burner has lit to allow the flame supervision probe to reach temperature Should the flame go out when the knob is released the procedure should be repeated holding the knob depressed for slightly longer For simmering turn the knob further anti clockwise to the low rate position To turn the burner off rotate knob fully clockwise until the line or pointer on the knob lines up with the dot on the control panel The burners on this appliance have fixed aeration and no adjustment is required Depending on the gas being used the burners should flame as follows Propane The flames should burn quietly with a blue green colour with no sign of yel
139. ted gas locker Do not attempt to fit extension hoses or use externally located gas bottles PRECAUTIONS a Never look for a leak with a match Always use a soap solution or its equivalent when testing connections Do not operate any electrical apparatus whatsoever especially light switches If the leak is not obvious the vehicle should be evacuated and qualified personnel consulted b Avoid naked lights when connecting or changing a cylinder Inspect flexible gas hoses regularly for deterioration and renew as necessary with the approved type in any case not later than the expiration date marked on the hose s d The gas is heavier than air and therefore sinks to the lowest point e Keep bottle gas containers outside and protected against frost If they must be kept inside make sure they are well away from heat CONNECTION OF SERVICES VENTILATION General Fixed ventilation is a statutory requirement in all motorhomes These ventilation apertures are positioned at both high and low level and for your safety should not be obstructed even partially Low Level Ventilation Under each appliance is a fixed ventilation aperture of a size commensurate with the rating of the appliance itself It is either gauze covered or incorporates a fixed plastic vent This should be checked regularly to see that it has not become blocked High Level Ventilation High level ventilation is provided by the
140. ted unless the water pump power switch is turned off and on again This is to ensure the warning does not become a nuisance Water level in the waste water tank 5 measurement levels If the water pump power switch is turned ON and the waste water level rises to 10096 a warning beep will be heard and the LCD display will flash To cancel the warning press the select 44 button The warning will not be repeated unless the water pump power switch is turned off and on again This is to ensure the warning does not become a nuisance External temperature in degrees centigrade as measured by the external temperature probe 1 29 The addition of a asterisk in the top left of the display indicates that the alarm is set The addition of a hash in the top right of the display indicates that the event timer is set The addition of the letters AC in the centre of the display indicates that the AC Mains supply is switched on Less than 10 9 Poor 10 9 to 11 8 Fair 11 9 to 14 4 Good Less than 10 9 Poor 10 9 11 8 Fair 11 9 to 14 4 Good ON 7 mains supply on OFF mains supply off 0 1 4 Full Nearly empty 2596 gt 1 4 Full 50 gt 1 2 Full 75 gt 3 4 Full 100 Full 096 1 4 Full Nearly empty 2596 gt 1 4 Full 50 gt 1 2 Full 75 gt 3 4 Full 100 Full CONNECTION OF SERVICES 5 EC300 Control Panel continued Tank Heaters
141. ter filling funnel and turn it back inwards towards the side of the flush water tank Note 150 ml water remains in the water filling funnel when the water tank is empty 1 Remove the waste tank by pulling the safety catch upwards 2 Pull the waste tank outward to the stop Tip it slightly and take the tank fully out 3 Place the tank upright and turn the emptying spout upwards 4 Remove the cap with the measuring cup inside from the emptying spout and pour the stated quantity of toilet fluid into the waste tank This avoids unpleasant smells in the waste tank and keeps the inside of the waste tank clean Next add approximately 2 litres of water enough to ensure that the bottom of the waste tank is covered Screw the cap back onto the emptying spout Turn the emptying spout back to its original position WARNING Never add toilet fluid via the valve blade or via the toilet bowl 5 Slide the waste tank back into its original position via the access door Note Never use force if you cannot get the tank back into place easily This may cause serious damage 6 Make sure that the waste tank is secured with the safety catch Shut the access door and lock it 7 Run water into the bowl by pressing the flush knob briefly or open the valve blade by turning the handle anti clockwise Your Thetford toilet is now ready for use 9 22 2 8 After use open the valve blade if still closed by turning the handle ant
142. tery voltage gauge This gauge shows the voltage of the Vehicle battery in bar format with the precise reading shown at the top of the bar The actual bar changes colour according to the battery voltage Less than 10 9V red Poor 10 9V to 11 8V yellow Fair 11 9V to 14 4V green Good e L Leisure battery voltage gauge This gauge shows the voltage of the Leisure battery in bar 7 25 CONNECTION OF SERVICES aly format with the precise reading shown at the top of the bar The actual bar changes colour according to the battery voltage Less than 10 9V red Poor 10 9V to 11 8V yellow Fair 11 9V to 14 4V green Good Fresh water level gauge This gauge shows the level of water in the Fresh water tank with the reading also shown at the top of the bar The actual bar changes colour according to the water level 25 red 50 yellow 75 and above green e Waste water level gauge This gauge shows the level of water in the Waste water tank with the reading also shown at the top of the bar The actual bar changes colour according to the water level 25 green 50 yellow 75 and above red 4 4 3 Active Battery Screen Bett Volts Capecityw X Motive Battery Data LEISURE selected This screen is automatically selected when the battery select button is operated The battery symbol bottom left will contain a L if the leisure battery is selected and a V if the vehicle battery is sel
143. the doors are unlocked the step will move out if the doors are locked the step will move in This is a dealer configurable item and can be turned off if not required 1 20 CONNECTION OF SERVICES aly 3 11 System Warnings The system incorporates a number of warnings that are active at specific times These are summarised below and also covered by relevant sections of this manual Waring When Type 00004 Fresh water level low With pump turned on and fresh water Message on screen and 1 minute level low less than 25 full audible beep Waste water level full With pump turned on and waste water Message on screen and 1 minute level full tank level 100 audible beep Vehicle battery voltage With control panel power on and vehicle Message on screen and 1 minute low battery selected as active battery and audible beep If no action taken after voltage level below 10 9V 1 minute then the system will switch to the leisure battery Leisure battery voltage With control panel power on and leisure Message on screen and 1 minute low battery selected as active battery and audible beep If no action taken after voltage level below 9V 1 minute then the system will switch the power of to prevent over discharge of the battery Alarm clock active When alarm has been turned on and Message on screen and 1 minute alarm time has been reached audible beep Engine running When the engine is started the system Message on screen on EC480 this power
144. the sensor to clear and the alarm to stop depending on the level of carbon monoxide detected e Get medical help immediately for anyone suffering the effects of carbon monoxide poisoning headache nausea and advise that carbon monoxide poisoning is suspected Do not use the appliance again until it has been checked by an expert In the case of gas appliances the engineer must be registered T SECURITY Chassis number Record the chassis number and the factory job number of your motorhome and keep them in a safe place at home The chassis number is a 17 digit number beginning with the letters WDB and is found on a plate located at the base of the driver s seat The factory job number is an alphanumeric code consisting of a letter followed by four numbers and is found on a label inside the glove box Motorhome Theft The theft of a motorhome can occur in the most unlikely circumstances from a motorway service area even from an owner s driveway Secure all windows and doors when your motorhome is unoccupied even if only for a short length of time Additional security Consider fitting any device which might deter or prevent intrusion by thieves A wheel lock prevents removal of the wheel Window etching of the chassis number is a cost effective deterrent Free crime prevention Advice about securing your motorhome protecting your valuables property marking either at home or whilst on site ca
145. ther supplies are turned off Activating the System Before using the system please ensure the system shutdown switch is in the on position button in 2 3 Connecting to the Mains 230V supply and Safety checks For your safety it is IMPORTANT that you follow these connections instructions each time your Leisure Vehicle is connected to a mains supply This section assumes that the system is complete and that a Leisure battery has been installed see 3 5 A Ensure suitability of the Mains Supply Your Leisure Vehicle should only be connected to an approved supply that meets the requirements of BS7671 or relevant harmonised standards In most cases the site warden will hold information regarding suitability of supply If using a generator you also need to comply with the requirements instructions supplied with the generator Please note that some electronic generators may not be compatible with your leisure system Further generator operational information is contained elsewhere in this manual Switch the PSU internal Power Converter OFF Locate the green Charger power switch on the PSU and ensure the switch is in the off position button out before connection to the mains supply Connect the Hook up Lead Firstly connect the supplied hook up lead orange cable with blue connectors to the Leisure Vehicle and then connect to the mains supply Check Residual Current Device operation Locate the RCD within the PSU a
146. this is less than 16 amps It is dangerous to attempt modifications and additions yourself Never allow modification of electrical systems and appliances except by qualified persons Lampholder plugs bayonet cap adaptors should not in any circumstances be used CAUTION Electrical heaters have the potential to draw 8 amps at 2kW It is therefore advisable to check the supply rating before switching on two loads items greater than the supply as this may cause an overload and the circuit breaker to trip OVERSEAS CONNECTION Note Connection to a mains voltage supply OVERSEAS requires particular attention Care must be taken when connecting supplies abroad since the supplies can be of REVERSE POLARITY The significance of REVERSE POLARITY is that when equipment is switched off it may not be electrically isolated The only certain way of making equipment safe is to unplug it If it can be achieved it is preferable to connect live to live and neutral to neutral to maintain full electrical protection CONNECTION OF SERVICES LA NI SNIVIN AINOHYOLOW SNILO3NNOO 30 d3ldf102 319 I3 NI SNIVIN 3NOH9O LOIN 9 N3349 MOTTIA 9 N3389 Wiss Q IAN NMOS IYY1LNAN IYYLNIN 3mg 3AN 3018 S TVNIIAH3 L 538 1 1432065 S IVNIIAH3 L JO JO M3lA 30 AOTHA wNi399 H1uvV3 wOTANi3HD 7777 xovi
147. tivities using substances that emit strong fumes Remember to remove it from the bag and replace the detector when these activities are finished Failure of any test should be reported to the technical support line Do not attempt to repair your CO detector Do not remove any screws or open the main casing of your detector Any attempt to do so may cause malfunction and will invalidate the warranty What to do in the event of an alarm WARNING A loud alarm is a warning that unusually high and potentially lethal levels of carbon monoxide are present Never ignore this alarm further exposure can be fatal Immediately check residents for symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning and contact the proper authorities to resolve all CO problems NEVER IGNORE ANY ALARM SAFETY SECURITY Please carefully review this owner s manual to ensure that you know what actions to take in the event of an alarm What to do during an alarm e Keep calm and open the doors windows to ventilate the property e Stop using all fuel burning appliances and ensure if possible that they are turned off e Evacuate the property leaving the doors and windows open e Ring your gas or other fuel supplier on their emergency number keep the number in a prominent place Write your fuel supplier s emergency number here Do not re enter the property until the alarm has stopped When exposed to fresh air it can take up to 10 minutes for
148. to disperse any gas escape Butane Propane gas is heavier than air any escaping gas will therefore collect at low level The strong unpleasant smell of gas will enable the general area of the leak to be detected Check that the gas is not escaping from an unlit appliance Never check for leaks with a naked flame leak investigation should be carried out using a leak detector spray OMNIVENT ELECTRIC EXTRACTOR FAN optional An Omnivent may be fitted as an optional extra in place of the MPK roof vent It features a hinged roof vent operated by a knob The vent incorporates a 2 way fan motor its preferred method of operation may be selected by a rocker switch incorporated into the body of the vent Switch positions represent the following loading Position 1 1 6 amps Position 2 2 2 amps Position 3 3 6 amps Note Ensure the fan is switched off when the vent is closed FITTED EQUIPMENT 2 WINDOW BLINDS Note that the SAT connection on the TV Seitz concertina blinds and flyscreens are fitted to the windows in your motorhome The flyscreens pull down from the top the concertina blinds up from the base and a combination of both may be achieved by clipping both units together in the centre to adopt the required position It should be remembered that both the flyscreens and concertina blinds are relatively delicate and those the living area should be treated with care They should be kept in a dry and dust
149. tors including roof lights are free from obstruction and allow a free flow of air Low Level Check all low level ventilators are free from obstructions and allow a free flow of air If the ventilator is manually adjustable then ensure the mechanism is free and operating correctly SERVICE DETAILS AUTO SLEEPERS SERVICE CENTRE ANNUAL HABITATION CHECK Introduction It is recommended that every 12 months the habitation side of your motorhome is inspected by qualified technicians Attached to this brief is a list of all the points that are checked A few customers are of the belief that this check includes rectification of faults It is stressed that this is not the case the annual service is a check only of the habitation aspect of the motorhome If faults are found the technician will advise the customer of the fault and the recommended course of action to resolve this Servicing is not included in this check All facilities are run and tested through their operational envelope For example the flame propagation on the refrigerator and other main gas appliances where visible is checked If the flame is burning a wrong colour or burning too far from the jet we again advise you the customer as to how this should be rectified We also recommend and are only too happy to arrange for the refrigerator of your Auto Sleeper to be checked here at the Service Centre by a qualified Dometic engineer In t
150. ttery Will have no effect if the External pump is already switched on see above Will not operate if the Internal Fresh water tank is showing 100 Full Please note the clock uses a 24 hour cycle Please note the alarm uses a 24 hour cycle The addition of a asterisk 0 in the top left of the main EC325 display indicates that the alarm is set CONNECTION OF SERVICES 5 EC300 Control Panel continued Display Options Notes Set Event Timer Access to set the event timer Press the select button to select HOUR ON Use the up down Y buttons to change Press the select button 4 to select MINUTE ON Please note the event uses a 24 hour cycle The event timer is used to switch the control panel power on and off in the absence of the user occupier See section 3 12 for further details Use the up down Y buttons to change Press the select button 46 to select HOUR OFF Use the up down Y buttons to change Press the select button to select MINUTE OFF Use the up down Y buttons to change Press the select button 4 to exit The addition of a hash in the top right of the main EC300 display indicates that the event timer is set Event Timer Off Shows the event timer status OFF ON and the current On and Off times 12 00 till 12 00 Press the select button a to switch This WARNING display indicates that the Ve
151. tton to confirm that the detector is operating properly The sounder should sound as soon as the button is pressed and the Alarm LED will illuminate red indicating that the sounder is working and the power pack is providing power to the unit This test for the sounder power pack and circuitry should be performed on a weekly basis Testing the sensor Note We suggest the use of an incense stick or cigarette as the inefficient way in which these products burn means the smoke given off contains a detectable localised amount of carbon monoxide Alternative sources of SAFETY SECURITY smoke for example an extinguished candle or match will not contain sufficient levels of carbon monoxide to obtain a response from the detector during this test Please note your CO detector will not detect smoke CAUTION Sensor testing should only be performed by a responsible adult This test should be performed annually Note CO test kits may be used in order to avoid having to burn cigarettes incense sticks etc However we recommend that incense sticks are used as they are cheap and readily available Read all steps thoroughly before attempting to test the sensor Step 1 If the detector is wall or ceiling mounted unhook the detector from the screws Step 2 Cover the sounder vents with one hand Press and hold the Test Reset button down with your thumb finger until the Fault LED illuminates yellow and the sounder sounds for a seco
152. turned on and the waste water level rises to full 10096 a warning beep will be heard and information will be shown on the screen To cancel the warning press the select button These warnings will not be repeated unless the water pump power switch is turned off and on again This is to ensure the warning does not become a nuisance 3 8 Frost Protection On vehicles fitted with water tank frost protection the 480 control panel frost protect switch can be used to turn the feature on or off Note This feature is NOT enabled at the time of manufacture 3 9 Awning Light Operation The awning light is control by the control panel awning aux button The awning light is also linked to the remote door locking If the doors are locked or unlocked the light will illuminate for a short period of time This is a dealer configurable item 3 10 Electric Step Operation On vehicles fitted with an electric step this is operated by a button near the entry door Press and release the button to move the step in or out One press of the button will move the step out a further press will move the step in again If the engine is started the step will move in automatically after a short warning buzzer If this operation fails due to an obstacle or mechanical failure a buzzer will sound continuously to warn that the step is still in the out position and therefore requires your attention The electric step is also linked to the remote door locking If
153. ually The pump should turn on when the cold tap is opened and switch off immediately when the cold tap is closed NB At low flows there may be some pulsation 6 The hot side may take about 10 seconds to react both on and off due to cushioning from the water heater 7 Carefully replace the lockout until it is tight keeping the adjustment screw in position Remember You may also have to adjust the pressure switch to cope with changes in voltage from either battery or mains Do so using the above instructions If setting of pressure switch is still not correct you may experience Pump running continuously even with tap closed If undiscovered could result in pump failure and flat battery Most likely causes are that present voltage is significantly lower when last adjusted or water container is empty CURE Re adjust switch or refill container Pump does not run at all If not due to blown fuse or faulty connections then most likely cause is excessive continuous running see a above CURE Replace pump and readjust switch Pump runs intermittently ON OFF ON OFF etc Seen as pulsing flow from tap or as inability to set constant water temperature water goes hot cold hot cold instead of constant warm Most likely cause is that present voltage is significantly higher than when last adjusted CURE Readjust pressure switch if problem persists add a Whale Surge Damper Pump runs very nois
154. uction valve must always be installed to prevent pressures above 2 8 bar from developing in the water heater Draining the water heater Switch off power to water pump main or pump switch Open hot water taps in kitchen and bathroom In order to check the water that is flowing out place an appropriate container capacity 10 litres beneath the drain valve FrostControl drainage muff x Turn the rotary switch on the drain valve by 180 until it engages whereby the push button moves out and the drain valve opens Check whether all of the water in the boiler 10 litres has been drained into the container via the drain valve There shall be no claims under guarantee for damage caused by frost Maintenance Only original Truma parts may be used for maintenance and repair work The materials in the device that come into contact with water are drinking water safe FITTED EQUIPMENT Bio film deposits and limescale must be removed using chemicals to protect the unit from infestation by micro organisms Only Chloride free products must be used in order to prevent damage to the unit The effectiveness of the use of chemicals to combat micro organisms in the unit can be increased by heating the water in the boiler to 70 C at regular intervals Move power selector switch to gas operation d to do this Move the rotary switch on the control panel to position 1 summer operation 60 C the green k and yell
155. udinal settees in order to create the maximum width single beds Transverse double bed Slide out the seat base of each inward facing settee until they meet in the middle of the vehicle Use the backrest cushions and the two infill cushions to fill the space created between the base cushion and the side of the vehicle 9 32 B FITTED EQUIPMENT NORMAL SEATING ASSEMBLY C ASA FITTED EQUIPMENT CUSHION PARTS LIST Item 1 2 3 4 Part No CS0171 CS0171 CS0351 CS0351 Description Cushion type CAB SEAT RH CAB SEAT LH SETTEE BASE CUSHION SETTEE BACK CUSHION 9 35 Qty 2 Notes FITTED EQUIPMENT EQUIPMENT ARRANGEMENT Windows and Ventilation Double glazed acrylic windows are fitted as standard to all lower caravan windows These top hinged windows allow excellent ventilation and are secured by locking over centre catches They may be kept open in a variety of positions by use of the ratchet To unlock the catch depress the button in the centre of the handle stays and turn The top hinged acrylic windows must be locked closed or in their intermediate travelling position whilst the vehicle is in motion Ventilation Your vehicle is fitted with a large Remis roof light above the lounge area and a Seitz Skyview is fitted above the cab The window in the roof mounted air conditioning unit provides extra light in the kitchen area When t
156. ultifunctional for use in grill and oven The handle design allows for removal or insertion whilst the pan is in use Always remove the handle when in use Larger items may adversely affect the circulation and heat distribution Best results will be obtained by the shelf positions in this guide It is not necessary to preheat the oven but advisable for a range of dishes The oven is capable of full temperature in 15 20 minutes Most cookery books give details of the shelf positions and gas mark settings for each recipe If in doubt about a recipe you intend to use study the recipe carefully then find a similar dish in our guide and use our shelf position and gas mark setting recommendation Shelf positions are from the top down When roasting with aluminium foil care must be taken that the foil does not impair circulation or block the oven flue outlet B FITTED EQUIPMENT Temperate _ 40 20 Hot Shortcrust pastry Bread scones 65 9 4 240 Very hot Quick browning Shelf Position Scones Gas Merk Shelf Position s 2 zo o Je 6 f e N FITTED EQUIPMENT ELECTRIC HOTPLATE Ensure the electricity is switched on Caution Glass lids may shatter when heated Turn off the hotplate and allow it to cool before closing the glass lid Caution Remove all spillage from the surface of the glass lid before opening The hotplate cont
157. uring electrical operation the yellow indicator lamp g on the power selector switch goes off Possible causes can be found in the troubleshooting list Note If the 230V power supply is interrupted for just a brief period of approximately one second during operation the heater will subsequently resume as normal Filling the water heater Check if the rotary switch for the drain valve FrostControl is set to Operation meaning that it is parallel to the water connection and engaged Close the drain valve by pushing the push button until it engages B Note When the temperature at FrostControl is below about 7 C first switch on the heater to warm the installation compartment and FrostControl After several minutes when the temperature at FrostControl is above 7 C the drain valve can be closed Switch on power for water pump main or pump switch Open hot water taps in kitchen and bathroom set pre selecting mixing taps or single lever fittings to hot Leave the fittings open for as long as it takes for the boiler to displace the air and fill up and the water to flow without interruption Note If just the cold water system is being operated without using the water heater the heater tank also fills up with water To avoid frost damage the boiler must be drained through the drain valve even if it was not operated WARNING When connecting to a central water supply rural or city mains a pressure red
158. ut 20 to 100W panel via a 4 way connector 25A total output via multiple switched channels protected by 14 fused outputs Input 220 240 Volts AC 1096 Frequency 50 Hz 6 Current 3A max DC Output 13 6 to 14 4 Volts nominal Current 25 Amps max 300 Watts Overall size HxWxD 50 x 250 x 135mm 4 x Fresh water level 4 x Waste water level 1 x Engine running plus multiple vehicle connections CANBUS Data communication and power to Control Panel via 6 way connector IP31 Ambient 0 to 35 Centigrade PSU case temperature with full load 65 C Max Overall size HXWxD 315 x 195 x 150mm Clearances 75mm above 50mm left and right Overall size HXWxD 80 x 194 x 25mm Cut out size HxW 60 x 165mm 1 32 Fixing centres 128 128mm 1 2kg Fresh water negative sensed Waste water negative sensed Automatic shutdown and restart if overheated overloaded Weight 2 9kg Fixing centres 178mm Weight 140g alg CONNECTION OF SERVICES 12V 230V WIRING DIAGRAM ayin Kui MME ve 3 Pela MOTEL wor KOSIA das ind summ C IHI 100 sey Mw2 SHOUYRO TY SKOLKY AR ang DICTA 30 ALKAS Hi OL red Hs wu C WINO JONGHIJzH C MOLLYLNIE SHdTH mE JLVMXDddY NW Si CR VHCIHOS Gli 3
159. ute reading lights and en route heating will remain operational while the engine is running If you hear a warning buzzer when the engine is started please see the control panel display for details and also refer to section 3 11 3 System Technical Information The following section provides further technical information relating to the electrical system 3 1 System Configuration There are a number of dealer configurable features within the system Your dealer will discuss these options with you and make the necessary adjustments as required Should you wish to review the possible options settings further information can be sourced from www sargentltd co uk 3 2 Residual Current Device amp Miniature Circuit Breakers RCD TEST The Residual Current Device RCD is BUTTON basically provided to protect the user from lethal electric shock The RCD will turn off trip if the current flowing in the live conductor does not fully return down the neutral O conductor i e some current is passing through person down to earth or through a fault JL JC J pel g y appliance To ensure the RCD is working correctly the test button should be operated each time the vehicle is connected to the mains supply see RESIDUAL MINATURE CURRENT CIRCUIT section 2 3 DEVICE BREAKERS The Miniature Circuit Breakers MCB s RCD MCB s operate in a similar way to traditional fuses and are provided to protect the wiring instal
160. vailable for camping gas and other mainland Europe LPG suppliers Please contact your retailer who will have a stock of these hoses Note Regulator valves should always be in the OFF position when towing Truma regulator WARNING Some industrial LPG appliances operate at high pressure and require a high pressure regulator This often has an adjusting handle on it NEVER use such a regulator on a motorhome GAS SYSTEM SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM FOR IDENTIFICATION PURPOSES ONLY SPACE HEATER IF FITTED D WATER HEATER IF FITTED REFRIGERATOR 4444 77 gt ISOLATING TAPS CONNECTION OF SERVICES TYPES OF GAS Butane Butane is supplied in the U K in green blue or aluminium bottles All these have a male left hand thread EXCEPT for Camping Gaz which has a special female right hand thread and Calor 7kg and 15kg and aluminium bottles which have a special clip on connection Continental bottles usually have a male left hand thread similar to but not identical with U K butane Butane is suitable for use at temperatures down to 2 C but will not work below that Propane Propane is supplied in Red or partly red bottles which have a female left hand threaded connector Scandinavian countries use the same connector Germany and Austria supply propane with a male connection Propane will work at temperatures as low as 40 C and is therefore suitable
161. vehicle GLASSFIBRE BODYWORK AND ACRYLIC WINDOWS General Cleaning At regular intervals you should wash the fibreglass bodywork with a recognised cleaner for use on fibreglass gel coats Should marks remain use a cleaner with chemical and abrasion agents formulated for use on gel coats Discolouration Fading or discolouration of the gel coat is a natural ageing process caused by ultraviolet light To overcome this use a mild abrasive which removes a thin layer of the discoloured surface This will restore the bodywork to its original colour and surface lustre Since discolouration develops gradually it should not be necessary to carry out this procedure more than every three years Frequent use of abrasive materials can reduce the thickness of the gel coat to a potentially harmful extent Removing Scratches from Bodywork Scratches can be removed from both gel and painted surfaces The method depends upon the depth of the scratch as care has to be taken to avoid penetrating the paint or gel coat Very fine hairline scratches can be removed by rubbing across the line of the scratch with rubbing compound Slightly deeper scratches should be lightly wet sanded first using very fine 1200 grit or finer abrasive paper Rubbing compound will then remove the flatting marks created by the m abrasive paper For deep gouge type scratches where the paint or gel may have been penetrated you should first seek the advice of y
162. vide power for its entire operational life To activate the power pack you need to pull the disabling tab see Fig 1 This will in turn pull out the metal disabling clip which is attached to the end of the tab from the disabling socket which is situated on the underside of the detector Retain the disabling tab for future use When the detector is activated the Power LED will begin to flash green once every minute to indicate that the detector is receiving power from the power pack and is fully operational e Test the sounder power pack and circuitry by pressing and holding the SAFETY amp SECURITY centre of the Test Reset button briefly to confirm that the detector is operating properly The sounder will sound as soon as the button is pressed and the Alarm LED will illuminate red indicating that the sounder is working and the power pack is providing power to the unit This test for the sounder power pack and circuitry should be performed on a weekly basis This should be continued for the lifetime of the product WARNING Prolonged exposure to the sounder in close proximity to your ears may damage your hearing Under normal operating conditions the power pack will last for the lifetime of the product ie 7 years The detector will not protect against the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning when the power pack has drained WARNING Prolonged exposure to extreme high or low temperature may re
163. voltage is available or if a fault occurs If this happens the LED will flash and the LCD show an error code Note If the refrigerator has been manually set to operate on 12V it will not automatically switch to another energy source when the engine is not running In this case the refrigerator will stop cooling Powering with gas Powering with gas can be selected by the C Cooling level selection switch Press and the LCD display will show the setting for 10 seconds Pressing the switch successive times will set the refrigerator one position cooler On reaching the coldest temperature the system will start again at the warmest setting Ten seconds after releasing the switch the backlight will go out D Function LED E LCD display AUTO mode or manually Open the valve of the gas bottle AUTO mode The system will select gas Open the isolator taps operation if mains voltage 230V is unavailable or the vehicle engine is not running Once either of these is available again the system will switch to the highest priority energy source Note if the system switches from 12V DC to gas operation while in AUTO mode it will wait e Press the main switch A The function LED will turn blue and all symbols on the LCD display will light up Use the mode selection switch B to select the AUTO function or one of the FITTED EQUIPMENT for about 15 minutes before igniting the gas although the gas indicator lamp w
164. xterior awning light is controlled by the Aux switch on the electrical control panel Fridge Vent Covers Remove the fridge ventilation covers from the outside vents by turning the screws anti clockwise and pulling the covers gently outwards from the bottom Store in a safe place and replace in the reverse fashion prior to driving on public roads as noted in section 3 SAFETY SECURITY SAFETY Important Your attention is drawn to the notice affixed in the motorhome advising on fire prevention ventilation and what to do in case of fire Children Do not leave children alone in the motorhome in any event keep potentially dangerous items out of reach as at home e g matches drugs etc WARNING When upper bunks are used by children especially under six years of age care shall be taken against the risk of them falling out Fire Extinguishers It is recommended that a 1 kg 216 minimum capacity dry powder fire extinguisher be located by the main exit door at all times A fat pan fire should not have an extinguisher aimed at it but be smothered with a fire blanket which should be stored by the cooker In case of fire 1 Get everyone out of the motorhome as quickly as possible using whichever exit is the quickest including windows Do not stop to collect any personal items 2 Raise the alarm Call the fire brigade 3 Turn off gas container valve if safe to do SO Ventilation and Condensat

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