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1. l S fo ker vanana Kt Ducatotignt w ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee keo Vantana k1 DucatoMaxi 4 4ooo 2100 2400 vso 200 10 f esoo keot Vantaa KI Ducatomaxi 4 4000 210 240 vso 2500 1o f eso kes Vantaa K1 Ducatomaxi 4 sooo 2100 240 vso 2500 10 f eso kest Vantana Kt Ducatomaxi 4 sooo 2100 2400 so 2500 100 eso All measurements in mm all weights in kg 1 the trailer load increases at a motorisation of 130 180 Multijet to 2 500 kg Load increased for van to 4000 kg using a maxi chassis 2 without wing mirror without side blinker cannot be combined with 115 PS and wheel base 3450 mm 3 tow coupling is a special accessory Hobby Technical Data 14 4 allaa ee ee eee en ee ee eee ee ee ee ee ed ee ee ee eee Hobby 14 5 Technical Data 14 3 Vehicle and equipment weights Weight of Diesel Unladen Basic Mass when Overload basic kg weight equipment vehicle is weight vehicle kg ready to start FIAT Ducato X290 k55 Vantaa 2343 z e 2487 2598 3300 Keo Varaa 251 z e m 27 sso 5o Ker Varaa 256 7 e zo m 2m sso 49 Kes Varaa 26 z e m 2 so 59 kest vantana 2704 m 2s m 29 so s Hobby Technical Data 14 6 Sitzplatze Mass of Loading Sleeping Length of Minimum Control value passengers capacity spa
2. Hobby Reading out the warning code Use the adjusting knob pushbut ton to select the icon Press the adjusting knob push button The current warning code will be displayed Use the error list to determine the cause of the warning and eliminate it W Warning 42 Error code H Heating Cause eliminated Return to setting mode Press the adjusting knob push button Cause not eliminated Return to setting mode Press the reset button In this case the warning will not be acknowledged on the control panel and the warning icon will continue to be displayed The control panel will remain in a warning state Other connected devices can be operated Malfunction lf there is a malfunction the control panel will immediately go to Malfunction mode and display the Malfunction error code E Malfunction 41 Error code H Heating Cause eliminated Return to setting mode Press the adjusting knob push button The corresponding device will be restarted IE Due to an internal lag feed in the connected devices this may take a few minutes If the cause has not been eliminated the malfunction will occur again and the control panel will once again go to Malfunction mode Cause not eliminated Return to setting mode Press the reset button i In this case the malfunction will not be acknowledged on the control panel and the warning icon will continue to be displayed
3. O K55 Vantana Kt Ducato Light 115 Multijet 85 kW Hochdach L2H2 Boss C042A C G2000 Art 114097 keo Vantaa K1 Ducato Light 115 Muttet 85 kW Euro Sb Hochdach L4H2 Boss cos2ac G2000 Art 115148 4 ke Vantaa K1 Ducato Light 115 Multijet 85kW Euro Sb Hochdach LsH2 Boss cos2ac G2000 Art 115148 4 All measurements in mm all weights in kg 1 without wing mirror without side blinker 2 tow coupling is a special accessory 3 FIAT 115 Multijet 85 kW 115 PS 130 Multijet 96 kW 130 PS 150 Multijet 109 kW 148 PS 180 Multijet 130 kW 177 PS 4 The trailer load increases at a motorisation of 130 180 Multijet to 2 500 kg Hobby Technical Data 14 2 Permiss Permiss Unbraked Braked Maximum Total Front Rear Wheel Rear front axle rear axle trailer trailer permissible towing length tread tread base projec projec load load load 2 2 weight width width tion ee ee eee Hobby 14 3 Technical Data 14 2 Load increased for vans Hobby Type Base Permissible Permiss Unbraked Braked Max Maximum Model vehicle front axle rear axle trailer trailer permissible towing load load load load drawbar load weight FIAT Ducato X290 65 Vantaa K1 Ducato Light 3500 1850 2000 2000 5500 keo Vantaa K1 Ducato Light 3500 1850 2000 2000 5500 K60T Ducato Light 3500 1850 2000 2000 5500 kes vantaa Ki Ducatotight
4. The device will remain in a state of malfunction Other connected devices can be operated Built in devices Maintenance This device requires no maintenance Use a non abrasive cloth dampened with water to clean the front If this is not sufficient use a neutral soap solution Hobby 10 12 10 13 Built in devices FrostControl FrostControl is a non electric safety or drain valve If there is a risk of sub zero temperatures it automatically drains the content of the boiler via a drain outlet If the system is under excess pressure intermittent pressure equalisation will automatically take place via the safety valve k Rotary switch position ON m Push button position CLOSED n Push button position DRAIN o Drain outlet to the outside through the vehicle floor Hobby To activate e Push in the knob at position m slightly and at the same time move it 90 towards position k ef the switch is in position k the knob will remain in position m To deactivate e Turn the switch at position k by 90 so that it is parallel to the frost control e At the same time the knob will jump from position m to n iS IS The drain valve can only be closed manually using the push button Position m and the boiler filled if the valve temperature is above approx 7 C If the temperature of the safety drain valve is lower than approx 3 C the push button will be ejected Positio
5. Ie For further information please refer to the enclosed ope rating instructions for the basic vehicle Hobby 3 2 Vehicle identification number VIN The 17 digit vehicle ID number has been applied to the van s inner wheel case on the passenger s side To identify it more easily the VIN on Fiat models can also be found on a label on the left hand side of the dashboard which is legible from outside the vehicle In addition the VIN is also given on the type plate of the base vehicle as well as on the Hobby type plate in the motor compartment on the upper front cross member of the radiator Always have your VIN at hand whenever you have a question or visit your dealer contractual partner 3 3 Loading 3 3 1 General information Rules for loading Spread the load evenly between the left and right hand side of the van Heavy or bulky objects belong in the lower storage compartments and near the axle Store baggage in the interior in cupboards and storage compartments Heavy objects should be stowed securely to prevent them from slipping Lighter objects clothing should be stowed in the wall cupboards Secure doors and flaps Check the technically permissible maximum weight and the axle load s after you have finished loading Slatted frames Secure mattresses crossbeams and if necessary the bed expansion if these are in a transport position A The maximum axle loads as well as the technically permis sible
6. L total length of the superstructure Chassis The minimum loading capacity includes objects that users may carry in the mobile home which are not included in the mass when ready to drive or in the optional extras e g clothing toilet and kitchen fittings food camping equipment toys pets The remaining additional load 5 must always be greater than or equal to the minimum loading capacity 6 this must be taken into account when determining the configuration of the vehicle out in the table in Item 2 mass when ready to drive the loading capacity additional load Item 5 can be increased i If the vehicle does not hold the equipment and liquids set by this value Hobby 03 4 03 5 Chassis ab Ne f ia 3 4 Entrance step The vans are equipped with an electrically extendable entran ce step 1 Do not step on the entrance step until it has been comple tely extended is Mind the different heights of the steps and ensure that the ground in front of the entrance is firm and level Following a short delay after the motor is started the step is automatically retracted Hobby To open e Press the switch 2 in the entrance area The entrance step will be extended automatically To close e Press the switch 8 in the entrance area The entrance step will be retracted automatically A LS If due to dirt or frost the entrance step does not func Continue pressing the switch until
7. Van Vantana MANUAL Hobby Version 02 2015 Introduction Dear Camper Congratulations on the purchase of your new HOBBY van The trust you have placed in us is both an incentive and an obligation to continuously implement new ideas technical innova tions and fine touches to make our vehicles even better Please read this operating manual carefully even if you ve been driving a mobile home or van for a longer period of time Correct use of all technical details will increase your driving pleasure and assist in conserving the value of your van Take advantage of your authorised dealer s experience and technical knowledge we recom mend speaking to him in detail before taking your first trip with your HOBBY van L IET iiif EE ETT enis P O ae re ay TA sii iji iR Ail saa e wisn you ana your Ttevow travellers many enjoyable trips an ope you will always Nave a m _ safe journey with your new HOBBY van Your HOBBY Wohnwagenwerk Ing Harald Striewski GmbH Hobby 00 1 Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction 1 1 General information cccccccccsseeccseesssseeeseeeeesees 01 1 1 2 Designations in the operating instructions 01 2 Chapter 2 Safety 2 1 General information ccccsccccsseeessseeessseeeseeeeesees 02 1 2 2 Fire DIOLOCHON wiaxesucnciobcrsnsntatececaacivasicavaiasenscbiredeaneds 02 1 20 CMOS T i abo enede fe cavncudtesnonetopienexsatuncemcsaaccentecsanees 02 2 2 3 1
8. e Pull gently on the handle and the door will open Closing e Use the handle to press the flap shut until you can feel it Closing lock into place e Use the handle to push the door shut e Depress the push lock until the knob locks into place and the door is fastened is Simple furniture doors may be held closed by a magnet Therefore only light weight objects should be stored in these cupboards Hobby 06 3 Interior Structure Sliding doors Washroom door K60 T K65 T Washroom cabinet Opening e Turn the knob D to the left until the mechanism opens Opening Then use the knob D to carefully push the sliding door e Grasp the handle frame of the sliding doors and push open along the guide rail them open Closing Closing e Use the knob J to carefully pull the sliding door shut until you feel the resistance Then turn the knob to the left and shut the sliding door as far as it will go The sliding door must then be locked e Grasp the handle frame of the door and push it closed until it clicks into place is When driving the shower doors must be secured by me ans of the retaining strap see Fig 2 Hobby Interior Structure Furniture doors with a locking mechanism Mirror cabinets washroom Opening e Open the door of the mirror cabinet by pressing the lower edge from behind Closing e Push the door of the mirror cabinet back to its original position until it noticeably locks itself into place 6 2
9. the left to open ic Always empty the fresh water tank completely if the hea ting has not been switched on and the van is not in use and especially if there is frost Hobby Emptying the waste water tank e The waste water opening is located on the left side under neath the vehicle e Turn the opening to open it and drain off the waste water e After all of the waste water has been drained off shut the opening by turning it Emptying the entire water system Use the control panel to switch off the electricity for the water pump by pressing the main switch for a longer period of time 4 sec Open all of the water taps to the centre setting Hang up the adjustable shower head in the shower Open all of the outlet valves including the FrostControl Unscrew the cap on the cleaning port of the fresh water tank D Unscrew the overflow pipe in the fresh water tank Remove the lid of the water tank Take out the water pump and hold it up until the water pipes have emptied com pletely Check whether the tank boiler faucets and pipes have emptied completely If necessary blow out any remaining water in the pipes using compressed air max 0 5 bar Re insert the the water pump in the fresh water tank and close the openings Leave the faucets and the outlet valves open Clean the tanks and rinse them thoroughly Allow the water system to dry for as long as possible Do not forget to empty the toilet cassette D Wa
10. therefore only serve to maintain a temperature which has already been achieved e To turn the refrigerator off turn the energy selector switch to the O position 230 V operation e Turn the energy selector switch to mains Q e Use the thermostat to regulate the temperature No absolute temperature values have been assigned to the temperature levels e To turn the refrigerator off turn the energy selector switch to the O position Gas operation e Turn the energy selector switch to gas operation 8 e Open the main stop valve on the gas cylinder and the Refrigerator gas stop valve e Turn open the thermostat completely and hold it pressed down The refrigerator will ignite automatically when the igniter is pushed several times e f gas operation has been activated then the indicator in the control window will move into the green zone 7 Only release the button when the the indicator is in the green zone I lt Use the thermostat to regulate the cooling capacity No absolute temperature values have been assigned to the temperature levels To turn the refrigerator off turn the energy selector switch to the O position 4 Close the main stop valve on the gas cylinder and the Refrigerator gas stop valve It is not permitted to operate the refrigerator with gas at petrol stations while driving while the vehicle is being transported by means of a transport or towing vehicle This may
11. 30 e Pull down the lower section of the table foot and remove it e Pull the table top out of the upper wall bracket e Hook the table into the lower wall bracket or stow it secu rely inside the vehicle When the table has been lowered push the lock back up again to lock the table into the mount Interior Structure 06 6 6 5 Bed conversion Emergency bed in the seating arrangement The seating arrangement can be converted to an emergency bed IE If the van has been fitted with a Milano seating bench the seating arrangement cannot be converted Hobby 06 7 Interior Structure Rearranging the cushions K55 To convert Remove the table see 6 4 Tables Pull the seating bench apart at the end towards the ent rance see 6 11 Seats in the superstructure Pull the cushions apart at the end towards the entrance see 6 11 Seats in the superstructure Hook the additional panel 1 into the lower guide rail Turn the driver s seat 180 see 6 10 Seats in the driver s cab Place the additional cushion on the additional panel Hobby Rearranging the cushions K60 T and K65 T To convert Hook the table 1 into the lower guiding rail see 6 4 Tables Pull the seating bench apart at the end towards the ent rance see 6 11 Seats in the superstructure Pull the cushions apart at the end towards the entrance see 6 11 Seats in
12. D or for the insect screen 2 slowly and evenly to the desired position Opening e Use the handle to push the shade up or down slowly and evenly Hobby To combine e Pull the sunshade up slowly and evenly then pull the insect screen down to the desired position A To avoid consequential damage leave the shades open when the van is not in use Interior Structure 6 8 Dimming system for driver s cabin ij The dimming shades may only be drawn when the vehicle is standing and the motor has been turned off Before starting your drive you must fold up the entire system and lock it Open the dimming system whenever you are not using your van as otherwise it will be permanently damaged by the effects of heat and UV rays J The dimming system may never be used as a sunshade or closed while driving Front system e Press the locks D together to open the locking mechanism e Pull the handles D in the middle together slowly and evenly The magnetic lock will lock automatically Side system e Press the locks D together to open the locking mechanism e Guide the handle slowly and evenly to the stop bar The magnetic lock will lock automatically Hobby 06 16 Interior Structure 6 11 Skylight Safety instructions A N e Never open the skylight in strong winds rain hail etc or if the temperature outside is below 20 C e Do not use force to open the roof skylight when covered by ice or snow as thi
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14. Lay Up for the van cccccsseeceeceeeeseeeees 12 8 Winter Operation ccccccccssceccsseeeceeeeeeeseeeesaeees 12 9 Chapter 13 Sanitation and Environmental Protection The environment and traveling ccccscccecsseeeeeeees 13 1 Returning the vehicle evsscchcaascesaventarsnxctetebceusensextaren 13 4 13 2 Chapter 14 Technical Data 14 1 14 2 14 3 14 4 14 5 Chassis Data cccccccecsecceceeceeeeeceeeeeseuseuseeeeeseueaeeenes 14 1 Load increased for VAN c cccceeseecesceeceeeeeeaeeneeaeeas 14 3 Vehicle and equipment weights ccssscseeeees 14 5 Tires and rims for VAN ccc ecceceeceeeeseeceseeseeeesaesneess 14 7 Inflation pressures cccccceececeeeeceseecececsaeesneesees 14 9 PNE ARIETE ETE E EPEA T T E T OT Ix 1 Hobby 00 2 01 1 Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction Our van are continuously being further developed and for this reason we must reserve the right to make changes to the equipment shape and technology Certain kinds of accesso ries are also described in this user manual that are not part of the standard scope of delivery For this reason no claims may be asserted against HOBBY based on the con tents of this user manual Those accessories that are available at the time of going to print are described here They have been applied on a par for all floor plans Please note that it was not possible to describe all of the individual variations here If you have a
15. Opening e Take hold of the bottom of the cover flap D and pull it upwards Closing e Push cover flap D down until you hear it lock into place Exterior Structure 05 6 Exterior gas supply i The external gas socket D is used to provide equipment that requires gas such as a gas barbecue or gas lamp with gas outside the van Opening e Hold the flap D by the latch and pull it up Closing e Press the cover plate D of the flap shut until you hear it lock into place Hobby 05 7 Exterior Structure Fresh water filler neck Opening e Hold the flap by the latch D and pull it up e Use key to unlock 2 e Give the blue cap a strong turn counter clockwise and remove it Closing e Put the blue cap 3 back on and turn it clockwise to shut it e Use key to lock 2 e Hold the flap by the latch D and close it until it clicks into place Never fill diesel into the fresh water tank Hobby Petrol filler neck The black petrol cap is covered by a flap located on the left side of the vehicle behind the driver s door in the lower sec tion of the B pillar Opening e Open the flap by placing a finger in the notch D and pulling out forwards Closing e Push the flap until it locks Please refer to the separate operating instructions from FIAT for information on how to operate the petrol cap k 5 3 Bicycle carrier The van s handling when driving is significantly different wh
16. Press briefly on the switch to select the area Hobby 07 9 Electrical Installations e You can now increase or decrease the temperature shown by up to 7 C in steps of 1 C When the desired value has been set quit the menu item by pressing briefly on the selector switch e Quit the calibration menu by using the selector switch to select the Return icon The changed value is now shown on the temperature display Hobby EE ab ee eee Battery charging After the type and capacity of the battery have been set and it has been calibrated the battery sensor permanently monitors the status of the batteries starter ancillary battery The intelligent battery sensor is connected directly to the nega tive terminal on the ancillary battery Battery charging function 230V voltage applied and charger has been activated for sensor control The fan can be switched on and off in this menu the illustration shows the fan when it is switched on Electrical Installations 07 10 oso le 17 06 12 US 14 1 I ka jan poah 1 00 4 k FIUTA om i Fhag O 5h 67 5 oy R Standard CE AuR FE Ancillary battery Starter battery Eia These menus show Setting the battery type the charging voltage U The type and capacity of the battery have been set by the the charging current I manufacturer If the type of battery is changed these settings the remaining time until discharge dependent on the cap must be a
17. back to the rear position so that the backrest and the seat backrest lies against the belt rack e The tabs to which the ends of the seatbelts have e The inner seat must be pushed in completely so that it been sewn must be adjusted so that the seatbelts point is against the side of the outer seat towards the rear and the screws towards the front see pictogram 4 in the middle behind the seats Adjusting the backrest e Push on the handle D i Pushing the seat to the side e Push on the lever 2 Pushing the seat forwards or backwards e Push on the lever on the front edge of the seat Hobby Interior Structure 06 22 e The lower part of the seatbelt fits across your hips Unbuckling the seatbelt e Press the button on the lock of the seatbelt to unlock the tongue J 4 Lo jas ihe I Fasten seat belts before driving and keep them fastened while driving Do not damage or jam the seatbelts Damaged seatbelts should be replaced by an authorised workshop Do not alter the seatbelt fixings the automatic retraction system or the buckles e Only use each seatbelt for one adult Do not fasten ob jects and people using only one seatbelt Seatbelts alone are not suitable for persons under 150 cm tall In such cases use additional restraining equip ment e Replace seatbelts after an accident e Do not twist the seatbelt it should fit closely to your body A 6 14 Seatbelts in the van The seating arrangements are
18. car wax to preserve metal parts Do not forget to remove flue extensions cover panels on refrigerators etc Hobby Saving energy in winter It is very easy to save energy inside your van This applies especially to heating in winter The following applies for saving energy Meter the exact use of ventilation in the vehicle and the heating valve Install winter mats on the inner sides of the driver s cabin and the windscreen not included in scope of delivery Attach the insulating mat between the driver s cab and the interior of the van not included in scope of delivery Open the outside door as seldom and briefly as possible If you are camping in winter attach a small outer tent This will offer protection against the cold Maintenance and Care 12 12 Hobby 13 1 Sanitation and Environmental Protection Chapter 13 Sanitation and Environmental Protection 13 1 The environment and traveling Environmentally fair use It is only natural that owners of motor home caravan and van have a special responsibility for the environment Always use your vehicle in an environmentally friendly way Hobby The following applies for environmentally fair use When spending longer periods in towns and cities ask about specially designated campsites for vans and motor homes and use them Do not spoil the peace and cleanliness of nature Dispose of wast water and rubbish in the proper way Set an example so that m
19. card may be damaged if the van s power supply is disconnected from the mains or the battery without The time and date are buffered by a 3V 210 mAh CR2032 having shut down the WLAN correctly type button cell If therefore the time should be incorrect or the clock should stop working this button cell must be replaced It is mounted on the reverse of the circuit board D of the LCD display To replace this button cell the LCD display must be removed from the furniture front by carefully clipping the chrome plated frame out of its holder You will then see the screws that fasten the plastic part to the furniture Loosen these screws to detach the display IE When replacing the button cell please ensure that plus and minus are in the right direction Incorrect polarity may cause the display to become defect Hobby 07 17 Electrical Installations Remote control s bed Remote control washroom only T models e Briefly press the key on the remote control by the bed to e Briefly press the key to switch on the light in the washroom switch on the left light T and the right light G The key and in the separate shower if there is one D switches the ceiling light above the seating arrange ment on and off Press longer on the key to regulate how brightly you want the lights to shine The brightness you set will be saved when the lights are switched on again the brightness you originally set will also be switched on again IE T
20. cause a fire Storing food Food should always be stored in closed containers aluminium foil or similar materials Never store heated food in the refrigerator always let it cool off first Goods that might emit readily volatile or flammable gases must not be stored in the refrigerator Always store perishable food directly next to the cooling fins or as close to the bottom of the refrigerator as possible Built in devices The freezer compartment is suitable for making ice cubes or for storing frozen food for a short period of time It is not suitable for freezing food A It is not suitable for freezing food nor for the proper storage of medication Environmental conditions influence the performance of the refrigeration unit The system reacts sluggishly to changes in the thermostat regulator loss of cold when opening the door or storing goods Use the winter cover if the temperature is below 10 C Dometic accessory If the temperature stays above 32 C an additional fan Dometic accessory should be installed Turn on the refrigerator at least 12 hours before putting anything in it and if possible store only goods that have already been cooled Hobby 10 17 Built in devices If not in use for a longer period of time the refrigerator should be switched to the ventilation position to prevent bad odours To activate the ventilation position turn the lock D to the ventilation position see illustrat
21. fitted with safety belts N Please note the overview of the seating arrangements for your vehicle Certain seats may not be used while driving Buckling the seatbelt Do not twist the seatbelt e Grasp the tongue and insert it in the lock of the seatbelt until you hear it snap shut e Guide the upper part of the seatbelt over your shoulder and diagonally across your chest Hobby 06 23 Interior Structure 6 13 Overview of the seating arrangements K55 Vantana K60 Vantana Seats 1 4 may be used while driving Seats 1 4 may be used while driving K60 Milan Vantana K65 Milan Vantana Seats 1 4 may be used while driving Seats 1 4 may be used while driving i Milano movable individual seats see page 06 21 Hobby Interior Structure 06 24 K65 Vantana Seats 1 4 may be used while driving Hobby 07 1 Electrical Installations Chapter 7 Electrical Installations 7 1 Safety instructions The installation of electrical devices in HOBBY s vans has been carried out in accordance with the valid regulations is e Do not remove the signs on electrical components giving safety instructions or danger warnings e Do not use the installation compartments for the van battery on board control panel battery charger and 230 V connector box as additional storage room e Smoking and naked flame are forbidden when checking electrical
22. in order to activate all of the 12 V electrical devices and the 230 V electrical devices that are switched by the system Combi 6 E air conditioning e Once the system is in operation press the main switch briefly to turn all of the lights off All of the 12 V steady elec trical devices e g water supply refrigerator control heat blower remain activated The devices that were previously switched on are stored in the system pressing on the main switch reactivates them This also resets the degree to which those lights were dimmed that can be regulated Hobby If there should be a power failure the system will remem ber whether the main switch was on or off As soon as the power is back on the main switch will automatically switch itself back on With the exception of the heating all of the electrical devices that continuously use current will then begin to operate again In this case the heating system will indicate a malfunction ies If the vehicle s motor is running the refrigerator will operate automatically on 12V i e it is not necessary to press the main switch In this case the selector switch for the refrigerator must be set to 12V operation All other 12V electrical devices will only operate on the ancillary battery if the main switch has been activated E Ceiling Lamp y Wall light in the am seating arrangement e Briefly press the key to switch each lamp on and off Press longer on the key for the
23. is switched on To keep the batteries charged even when not in use it is mandatory that the vehicle be connected to a 230V mains connection every 6 weeks Recharging should be carried out for at least 24 hours A N The battery circuit breaker must be on when using the vehicle home and whilst driving Position of the battery circuit breaker When the circuit breaker is open the electrical input stage will not engage automatically The battery circuit breaker is located directly by the passenger seat E If the battery circuit breaker has been switched on for a longer period of time you may lose your customised radio and or sat nav device settings These settings must then A circuit breaker has been installed to protect the modular be entered again battery from being exhaustively discharged when the van is not being used When the switch is opened the modular bat tery is completed disconnected from the 12 V mains Off position disconnected from 12V mains Hobby Electrical Installations Operating and charging the ancillary battery If the van is not connected to the 230V mains supply the ancillary battery will supply the electrical system with 12V DC voltage Since the battery only has a limited capacity the electrical devices should not be operated for a longer period of time without charging the battery or connecting the cam per to the 230 V mains connection The ancillary battery can be charged from the followin
24. may J only be inserted in the appropriate mounting holes If the car jack is attached in other places this may cause damage to the vehicle or even accidents if the vehicle falls off the jack never be used when working underneath the vehicle A The car jack is to be used only for changing tyres It may Danger of death iS When changing a tyre please also observe the vehicle manufacturers operating instructions Changing a tyre e Place a firm base such as a piece of wood underneath the car jack if the vehicle is on soft ground e Insert the car jack into the appropriate mounting holes e Turn the wheel spanner a few times to loosen the wheel mounting screws but do not remove them e Jack up the vehicle until the wheel is 2 3 cm above the ground Hobby Remove the wheel mounting screws and lift off the tyre Place the spare tyre not included in the scope of delivery on the wheel hub and align it Screw the bolts on and tighten them in a diagonal sequence Lower the car jack and remove it Tighten the wheel mounting screws evenly with the wheel spanner Please refer to the operating instructions for the base vehicle for the specified value of the tightening torque of the wheel mounting screws or Chapter 4 1 Wheels and tyres 04 6 Hobby 05 1 Exterior Structure Chapter 5 Exterior Structure 5 1 Ventilation The following applies for ventilation Ventilation is important if you want to feel comfortabl
25. measurements weight and road perfor mance of the van Some accessories must be registred and entered in the vehicle s papers e Use only tyres and rims that have been approved for your van Information on tyre and rim sizes can be found in the user manual or in Chapter 14 4 property A N Warnings and information labels are attached both inside Fighting fire and outside the vehicle These are meant for your safety e Immediately evacuate all passengers ane may Nore removed e Close the main stop valve on the accelerator cylinder and the accelerator stop valves for the consumer loads e Turn off the electric supply e Sound the alarm and call the fire department e Only fight the fire yourself if you can do so without risk Hobby 2 3 Equipment 2 3 1 Emergency equipment To be prepared in case of an emergency you should always carry the three emergency devices on board and familiarize yourself with them First aid kit The first aid kit should always be at hand and have a fixed position in your van Any objects removed from the first aid kit should be replaced immediately Expiry dates should be checked regularly Reflective jacket In acc with EN 471 we recommend that you carry and wear a reflective jacket with white retro reflective stripes whenever you leave the vehicle on open roads and emergency strips The driver must put on this warning vest when the vehicle e comes to a stop outside city limits on an obscure r
26. of traffic and lock them into place The seats may not be turned while driving Lock the sliding seat into its original position Do not open the door latch No extra passengers may remain in the vehicle Driving Take a trial drive before leaving on your first large journey in order to familiarize yourself with the van Remember to practise reversing The base vehicle is acommercial vehicle adjust your driving style accordingly The following applies for driving Do not underestimate the length of the van Due to the relatively long rear overhang larger vehicles can veer to one side and in unfavourable conditions the rear can hit the ground Be careful when driving into inner courtyards and through entrance gates The van may start to swing from side to side in cross winds on wet or icy roads Adjust your speed to road and traffic conditions Hobby Safety e Long descents with a slight gradient can become dangerous Adjust your speed from the very beginning to allow you to speed up if necessary without endangering other automobiles e As a general rule never drive faster downhill than uphill e The van may be caught up in a slipstream when overtaking or being overtaken by lorries with trailers or buses This effect is counteracted by lightly counter steering e Use foresight while driving take regular breaks on longer drives Driving arround corners Due to its height a van begins to sway more quickly than an au
27. overall mass entered in the vehicle s documents may not be exceeded Chassis If you are not sure whether or not you have overloaded the vehicle you should have it weighed at a public weighing facility Overloading can cause the tyres to break down or even burst This increases the danger that you may lose control of the vehicle Therefore you endanger yourself and other road users Hobby 03 2 03 3 Chassis 3 3 2 Definition of masses for mobile homes EU Directive 1230 2012 applies at a European level for calcu lating the masses and resultant additional loads for vans The terms and basis used for calculations are explained below 1 Technically permissible overall mass Information regarding the technically permissible maximum weight is based on Hobby Wohnwagenwerk s specification in cooperation with the manufacturers of the previous construc tion stages Fiat This mass takes into account the specific operating conditions that are based on the model of the mobi le home and its performance including such factors as mate rial strength load carrying capacity of the axles and tyres etc For safety reasons this mass must never be exceeded 2 Mass when the vehicle is ready to start The mass when ready to drive is equal to the weight of the em pty vehicle including lubricants tools spare tyre or tyre repair kit petrol 100 ancillary battery all of the standard equip ment installed by the factory as
28. pressure hose to the cylinders must be che cked for leaks using the leak detector every time a cylin der is changed The gas bottle cabinet is not suitable for storing additional items The stop valves on the gas cylinders must always be easily accessible Do not close the gas bottle cabinet s air vents Ensure that third parties cannot gain access to the gas bottle cabinet A N Gas bottles must be shut while driving Hobby 09 5 Gas Changing gas cylinders J Do not smoke or ignite open flames while changing the gas cylinders After changing the gas bottles check whether there is any gas escaping from the tie in point by spraying it with leak detection spray e Open the door of the gas bottle cabinet e Close the main stop valve on the gas cylinder Pay attenti on to the direction of the arrow e Unscrew the gas pressure regulator high pressure hose by hand from the gas bottle left handed thread e Loosen the fixing strap and remove the gas cylinder e Replace the full gas cylinder in the gas bottle cabinet and carefully fasten it using the fixing straps e Screw the gas pressure regulator high pressure hose by hand on to the gas bottle left handed thread e Only when equipped with a crash sensor Press on the hose rupture protection green button on the high pressure hose see 09 7 e Check that gas is not escaping from the connection point using leak detector spray e Close the gas bottle ca
29. push button to confirm the time entered Service menu To show the version number of the connected devices Show the version number of the heating or control panel Changing the background illumination of the control panel The background illumination can be changed in 10 increments Select the desired language from the languages available e g English German French Italian The temperature sensor for the heating can be individually adjusted to the size of the vehicle The offset can be set in increments of 1 C within a range of 5 C to 5 C Built in devices Resetting to manufacturer s default setting RESET The reset function resets the control panel to the manufacturer s default setting It deletes all of the settings you have made Confirming the reset Press the adjusting knob pushbutton Display 230V mains voltage The icon signals that the 230V mains voltage charging current is available ie This can only be displayed in connection with a Combi E CP plus heating system that includes additional heating rods for electric operation optional extra Hobby 10 11 Built in devices A Warning A warning icon appears to signal a warning that one of the ope rating parameters has reached an undefined status In this case the device in question will continue to operate As soon as the operating parameter is once again within its specified range of values the icon will disappear
30. the sliding door is connected to the central locking system Opening e Use key to unlock door e Pull on door handle 1 e Pull the door open as far as it will go until you can feel it lock into place Closing e Pull on the door handle D to unlock it e Pull the door shut until it is completely closed e Lock the door with the key Exterior Structure 05 4 The window in the sliding door must always be closed before opening or closing the door A Ensure that neither people nor pets will be hurt when opening or closing the door The sliding door must always be kept closed and locked while driving Inside sliding door Opening e Push the latch D to the right and use the handle 2 to open the sliding door as far as it will go Closing e Pull the handle 2 of the door closed until it locks into place and the door is completely shut The sliding door is your escape route in an emergency Never obstruct the door from the outside A Hobby 05 5 Exterior Structure Insect screen pliss e Carefully open and close the insect screen pliss by gui ding it along the guide rail The insect screen pliss must be closed first before clo sing the entrance door Hobby Toilet flap Opening e Use key to unlock flap Q e Press both buttons 1 and and open flap Closing e Press flap until it locks into place e Use key to lock flap Exterior socket
31. the step has completely folded in or out tion properly or at all the hinges must be cleaned or defrosted 3 5 Towing fixture i The maximum towing weight trailer load and tow bar load are set out in Chapter 14 Technical Data A Please ensure that the permissible drawbar load maximum towing weight and rear axle load for the van are not excee ded especially when the rear of the van is used as storage space after the bed has been converted Simultaneous use of the tow bar and the rear carrier and or eBike carrier is not permitted While manoeuvring to hitch and unhitch loads ensure that no one is standing between the van and the trailer Chassis Due to stipulations by the manufacturer of the basic vehicle and the fixing of the so called D value of the towing fixture no additional loading of the towing loads is possible Hobby 03 6 Chassis 3 6 Externally mounted fixtures Registering accessories in the vehicle s documents e Have your HOBBY dealer mount your externally mounted fixtures e Take your van to a technical support organisation or tech nical service provider e g MOT e The technical support organisation will approve the fittings and draw up a corresponding expertise road traffic authorities e Take the expertise and the Motor Vehicle Registration Certifi cate Part to the national vehicle registration authority Driver amp Vehicle Licensing Agency They will enter the change in the
32. the superstructure Turn the driver s seat 180 See 6 10 Seats in the driver s cab Place the additional cushion on the table Interior Structure 06 8 Individual beds in the rear To convert beds e Distribute the two crossbeams D evenly between the two bed frames to provide optimal support for the slatted frames e Then place the two slatted frames on the crossbeams ta king care to ensure that the slanted side of the bed faces the front of the vehicle and the cushioning on the frame faces the centre of the vehicle Hobby 06 9 Interior Structure Finally place the mattresses on the left and right again taking note of the slant If necessary place the additional cushion for the ex tension of the beds between the mattresses making one e Place the extension board D between the two slatted frames There is a bar on the back of the extension board to ensu re that the board does not slip Place it against the step so that it lies in the direction of the front of the vehicle large surface for sleeping N If the upper beds are used by small children take care to ensure that they do not fall off Hobby Interior Structure 06 10 Transversal bed in the rear To convert bed First step place the two slatted frames transversally to the vehicle on the base so that they are resting on the sup porting shelves in the direction of the front of the vehicle taking care to ensure that the cushioned
33. to face in the driving direction and lock them into place e Leave the seats locked to face in the driving direction while driving Do not swivel them e When the vehicle is stationary when swivelling the driver s seat make sure that the handbrake is not released by accident Hobby 06 19 Interior Structure The lever D for turning the seat is located on the inner edge of the seats in the driver s cab Swivelling seats e Put the armrests up e Move the seat to the middle position e Release the lever to swivel the seat The seat will be relea sed from the locking position e Push the seat belt buckle down to avoid damaging it e Swivel the seat to the desired position Hobby 6 11 Construction of the seats Cushion fastenings Seat cushions are held in place by an anti slip mat is Ensure that the seat cushions and backrests are fastened securely and correctly Interior Structure Widening the seating bench Movable individual seats The seating bench can be widened by carefully pulling out In place of the seating bench the vehicle can be fitted with the movable part O together with the cushion towards the movable individual seats sliding door until it goes no further Hobby 06 20 06 21 Interior Structure The following conditions apply when using the seats e The seatbelt buckles must be positioned on the while driving outside next to the seats and not led between the e Push both seats
34. valve will automatically switch the cylinder Gas 09 8 Gruma DuoC ie 1 S E z n Remote indicator for the switching valve The remote indicator is coupled to the changeover valve of the two bottle gas system a Operation in summer Press the switch down and the LED will show the status of the cylinder in use b Display switched off c Operation in winter Press the switch up and in addition to showing the status the switching valve will be heated yellow LED lights up d Red LED cylinder in use is empty e Green LED cylinder in use is full f Yellow LED operation in winter Hobby 09 9 Gas External socket for gas The external socket for gas is used to connect external gas devices such as a gas barbecue or lamp The operating pressure of the device to be connected must be 30 mbar 1 bar 14 5 PSI Maximum perfor mance of devices to be connected 1 5 kW The plug connection can only be hitched when the emer gency shutoff valve has been closed Push back the clutch sleeve to undo the safety latch Hobby The coupling valve has been constructed in such a way that the emergency shutoff valve can only be opened if a plug con nection has been used to hitch the coupling When hitching the plug connection is plugged into the safety coupling When unhitched use the protective cap to shut the opening of the valve A The external socket for gas is only suitable for extractin
35. 0 00 Heating air conditioning DOMETIC roof air conditioning system 30 00 TRUMA heating Combi 6 E instead of Combi 4 1 10 Multimedia 2 additional loudspeakers in the living area 2 00 BLAUPUNKT navigation system incl rear view camera 4 70 CD radio 1 50 Extendable shelf for flat screen TV 3 00 Reverse drive video system with colour screen and flat screen 2 00 SAT receiver digital 12 V 2 00 TELECO SAT antenna with autom orientation 65 cm 12V 230V 16 00 Hobby Object Weight kg Packages VANTANA chassis package 24 20 VANTANA light package 1 40 VANTANA starter package 13 90 Accessories 11 4 Hobby 12 1 Maintenance and Care Chapter 12 Maintenance and Care 12 1 Maintenance Maintenance intervals There are stipulated maintenance intervals for the van and its equipment The following applies for maintenance intervals e Have the first maintenance carried out by a HOBBY dealer 12 months after the vehicle was first registered e All further maintenance should be carried out once a year by a HOBBY dealer e The maintenance of the basic vehicle as well as all built in equipment should be carried out at the intervals given in each operating manual ie Also note the maintenance intervals for the basic Fiat vehicle N The gas fittings must be checked every 2 years by an expert for LPG and confirmed on the certificate in accor dance with DVGW G 607 and EN 1949 Hobby N The operator of the vehicle is responsible
36. 2 litres representing approx 5 flushes e Open the toilet flap and pull the holding bar up to remove the waste tank i The waste tank can only be removed when the drain valve is closed Only empty the waste tank at specially designated dis posal points and never in open spaces ae e Take the waste tank to a designated disposal site making sure to hold the drain nozzle in an upright position e Remove the cap on the drain nozzle e Tilt the waste tank so that the drain nozzle is pointing downwards e Press the vent button with your thumb and hold it down The waste tank will drain itself e Return the waste tank to its storage position ensuring that it is pushed in until the holding bar locks into place e Lock the service flap Water Hobby 08 10 09 1 Gas E e The connecting hose should also be checked regularly for Chapter 9 Gas ee nie damage Replace it immediately if you find tears porous spots or similar damage e The operator is responsible for having checks carried out This also applies for vehicles that have not been approved for driving on the road 9 1 General safety rules when using LPG fittings iS The operating pressure for gas is 30 mbar You are not permitted to operate the heating system while If you suspect that gas is leaking take the following driving measures immediately Exception e Close the stop valve on the gas cylinder As an optional feature the vehicle can b
37. 75 R16C front 4 5 rear 5 0 1 These tire pressures are only valid for standard tires made by alternative manufacturers e g Continental Pirelli etc Hobby Technical Data 14 10 Hobby Ix 1 Index Index A Accessories upkeep 12 7 Accessory weights 11 1 Additional loads 03 4 Airing 12 2 Awning 05 9 B Basic equipment 03 1 Battery circuit breaker 07 24 Bed conversion 06 6 Bicycle carrier 05 8 Brakes 12 2 C Changeover valve 09 8 Changing the tyre 04 5 Charger place of installation 07 26 Charging process when engine is running 07 27 Chassis 03 1 Checking the gas system 09 1 Choosing a parking space 02 10 Condensation 12 4 Control panel 07 3 D Darkening system driver s cab 06 16 Doors and flaps interior 06 1 Doors opening and closing 05 3 Driving 02 8 Hobby in curves 02 9 in reverse 02 9 sparing the tyres 04 1 Driving economically 02 9 Driving in curves 02 9 Driving in reverse 02 9 E Electric power supply 07 19 Electrical devices installation safety tips 07 1 Electrical system fuse protection 07 20 Emergency equipment 02 2 first aid kit 02 2 vehicle tool kit 02 3 warning triangle 02 2 Entrance door 05 3 Entrance step 03 5 Environment 13 1 disposal 13 3 excrements 13 2 picnic spots 13 3 rubbish 13 3 waste water 13 2 Environmental protection 13 1 Exhaust fumes 09 2 External cleaning 12 3 polishing 12 4 waxing 12 4 External gas connection 05 6 External socket 05 6 F Fi
38. Manual operation This method of operation allows the driver to select a suitable gear according to the conditions under which the vehicle is being driven Switch gears as follows e Move the lever in the direction of to shift up or in the direction of to shift down Do not let go of the gas pedal while you are shifting gears The system will only allow you to shift when such an action will not prevent the motor or the transmission from functioning correctly As soon as the motor reaches idle speed the system will automatically shift down e g when braking Automatic operation The lever must be pressed in the direction of A M in order to switch automatic operation on or off The system automatically shifts gears on the basis of the vehicle s speed the engine rom and the position of the gas pedal If necessary the system will shift down one or more gears when you press the gas pedal to the floorboard This will provide you with the required perfor mance and torque to achieve the acceleration you require Chassis 03 8 Parking the vehicle To ensure that the vehicle is safely parked step on the brake pedal and then shift into either first gear or reverse R Further more when parking on a slope you must also pull the hand brake Never leave the vehicle when the transmission is in neutral N If the vehicle is not moving and you have already shifted into gear always step on the brake pedal until you have decid
39. OOO OO Electrical Installations 07 26 Socket the middle pin is the sensor PCB switches The switches must all be in the top posi tion i e all set to off Changeover contact for free disposal Contact bridge fan on off LED blinks to show current charging mode Hobby 07 27 Electrical Installations Operation when the motor is running As soon as the motor is running a relay connects the starter battery and the van battery in parallel Therefore the dynamo charges both batteries If the D signal no longer sits close to the dynamo the two batteries will be separated from each other again In this way the starter battery cannot be discharged by equipment in the van The 12 V supply for the refrigerator only functions when you are driving If the motor has stopped the 12 V operation of the refrigerator is automatically turned off again To charge a discharged van battery optimally while driving disconnect the 12 V operation of the refrigerator and turn off as much equipment as possible that uses 12 V Checklist e Turn off the motor e Switch on the 12 V master switch e Turn off all equipment that uses 12 V e Start the motor Hobby The voltage of the van battery must rise if the engine speed is above the idling speed the vehicle s battery is not completely discharged The control panel shows whether or not the generator has been charged If this is not the case please check the follo
40. Television holder for flat screen monitor To unlock push the metal rail D to the left The lock will be released and the TV mount can be folded out To retract the mount push it back to its original position until it is noticeably locked into place 230V sockets and the antenna terminal for the TV and the recei ver are located in the wall cabinet to the right of the TV mount Lock the media unit or TV holder before driving The mounted TV may not weigh more than 8 kg When driving we recommend that you remove the TV from the mount and store it securely Hobby 06 4 Interior Structure 6 3 Worktop extension for the kitchen e Use one hand to bring the movable part D to a horizontal position e With the other hand fold the lever D by 90 beneath the movable part to support the extension To fold down the extension carry out this procedure in reverse ensuring that the movable part attaches itself to the magnet Hobby 6 4 Tables Hinged table The lower table top of the hinged table can be swung out To set up the emergency bed in the seating arrangement lower the hinged table or remove it To swing out the table top e Pull the locking pin 1 e Swivel the lower table top D to the desired position Lowering removing the table e Fully retract the lower pivotable table top D until it locks into place by itself e Press the lock down e Raise the front end of the table top 4 by approx
41. amp t Ir Vi r a i i q oe 1 Tine Fa l PRI 6 6 Insert for shower tray 6 7 Windows A removable insert D has been placed in the shower try to Knockout windows with locking hooks protect it and make it easier to walk across it Opening e Turn the latch T by 90 IE The insert must be removed from the shower tray before e Press the window latch outwards until you hear it click taking a shower The window will automatically remain in this position The width of the opening is adjustable in several stages Closing e Raise the window slightly so that the hook unlocks e Close the window Hobby e Turn the latch D to the original position so that it clasps behind the brackets and pull the pane into the seal Interior Structure 06 14 Fully adjustable window stays Opening e Turn all latches T by 90 e Press the window latch outwards with your hand until it is open as far as you would like Then use your other hand to tighten the turn screw D until you feel the resistance and the window is held in place Closing e Loosen the turn screw 2 to allow you to shut the window e Turn all latches back to their original position so that they Clasp behind the brackets and pull the pane into the seal Hobby 06 15 Interior Structure Sunshade insect screen Sunshades and insect screens are integrated in the window from and fully adjustable Closing e Move the handle for the sunshade
42. and off T models Only switches the indirect lighting in the wall cabinets in the rear on and off Charging status of the battery e Briefly press the key to shift to displaying the battery If the vehicle has been equipped with an intelligent battery sensor the menu will show you the recharging time charging current charging voltage and remaining time until the battery is discharged Hobby 07 5 Electrical Installations Radio switch e Briefly press the key to switch the radio on and off Filling level indicator e Briefly press the key to display the graph that shows you the level of the fresh and waste water tanks LCD display i All of the vehicles are equipped with a program for mea suring illumination This program only runs if the power is Basic menu connected if previously activated it is saved after a reset The basic menu appears if you have not pressed a navigation All of the lights will be switched on Ifa key is now pressed key during the past 30 seconds approximately This menu is the corresponding light will be switched on After approx 1 minu 7te all of the other lights will also be switched on provided no other key is pressed not illuminated The time date and alarm clock function are set in this menu Main display To switch on Press Illuminated Wall Cabinets Ceiling 1 Rotary switch Lamp Kitchen light somewhat longer To switch off Press Illuminated Wall Ca
43. and side windows e In winter the roof must be cleared of snow and ice before driving e Regularly check the tyre pressure before driving False tyre pressure Can Cause excessive wear damage to the tyres or even lead to a burst tyre e Check liquids such as oil coolant brake fluid and wind screen washer fluid and top them up if necessary Hobby As the owner driver of the vehicle you are responsible for the state of the vehicle Please observe the following points Loading The following applies for loading e Load evenly Heavy or bulky objects should be placed in the lower compartments e After loading use a public weighing facility to check the total weight and axle loads Storage space in the rear When loading the rear of the van please observe the permissible axle loads and the technically permissible maximum weight A e On no account should the permissible rear axle load be exceeded e Bei voller Beladung des Heckbereiches verschlechtert sich das Fahrverhalten durch die Entlastung der Vorderachse erheblich Battery A e Fully charge the batteries before each journey Please refer to the section on Ancillary battery e Switch on battery circuit breaker Driver s cabin Do not forget the following e Adjust the exterior mirrors as well as your seat Safety 02 6 Preparing the vehicle Check the exterior of the vehicle and car
44. asher of the valve and other seals in the toilet will ensure that they stay flexible and function longer Do not pour boiling water down the drains Corrosive substances and boiling water damage drain pipes and syphons ic Do not pour any corrosive substances down the drains The following applies for the sink and the cooker e Clean stainless steel parts with normal household cleaners or special stainless steel cleansing agents The following applies for built in equipment e The space behind the refrigerator should be hoovered and cleaned regularly The ventilation grille should also be kept clean The door seal should be rubbed once a year with talcum power to keep it supple and the expandable fold should be checked for tears Remove all spray cans with cleaners and polishes from the vehicle after finishing the upkeep Otherwise there is a danger of explosion at temperatures over 50 C 12 5 Winter Lay Up for the Van For many people the camping season ends when the tempe rature starts to fall Your van must be properly prepared for its winter lay up The following general rules apply e Only leave your van in a closed space if it is dry and well aired Otherwise it is better to leave your van in the open e To protect the tyres jack up the van or move it slightly to a new position every two months e Close all gas bottles and emergency shutoff valves e Disconnect or ideally remove the battery and store it saf
45. ater The following applies for carpeted floors e Clean with a hoover or brush e f necessary treat with carpet shampoo or a shampooing machine The following applies for the PVC flooring iS Sand and dust can damage the surface of PVC flooring that is walked on regularly When in use clean the floor daily with a Hoover or a broom Hobby 12 7 Maintenance and Care e Use cleansing agents for PVC floors and clean water when washing the floor Do not place fitted carpets on a wet PVC floor as the fitted carpet and the PVC flooring could become glued together e Never use chemical cleansing agents or steel wool be cause this will damage the PVC flooring The following applies for furniture surfaces e Clean the surface of wooden furniture with a damp cloth or sponge e Rub dry with a dust free cloth e Use mild furniture polish is Never use strong cleansers or intensive furniture polish because this could scratch the surface The following applies for the toilet e Clean with a neutral liquid cleanser and a cloth that does not scratch e Do not use a vinegar concentrate to clean the toilet and the water system or to decalcify the water system Vinegar concentrate can damage gaskets or parts of the system Hobby e The rubber seals of the toilet should be cleaned regularly with plain water and a lubricant for seals not Vaseline or any other vegetable fats should be applied Applying this regularly to the w
46. been entered in the vehicle s documents Other tyre sizes may only be used if they have been permitted by the manufacturer of the basic vehicle Driving to protect your tyres e Avoid braking sharply and racing starts e Avoid long drives on poor roads e Never drive an overloaded vehicle A A N Winter tyres are mandatory in many EU countries If you are driving in snow ice or sludge in one of these countries your vehicle must be fitted with tyres that have the M S symbol You may be fined if you ignore this legal requirement Tubeless tyres have been mounted on your HOBBY van Un der no circumstances may tubes be inserted in these tyres Snow chains Never drive faster than 50 km h Do not use snow chains on snow free roads as large as the tyres originally mounted on your vehicle Snow chains may only be mounted on the front drive wheels it is strictly forbidden to mount snow chains on the rear wheels Ornamental hub caps must be removed before putting on snow chains A Snow chains can only be mounted to tyres that are just Wheels and tyres 4 3 Tyre pressure The inflation pressure of all tyres as well as the spare tyre should be checked approx every 4 weeks and before you go on longer journeys The following applies when checking inflation pressure e Check the pressure only when the tyre is cold e f checking or correcting the pressure of a warm tyre the pressure must be 0 3 bar higher than f
47. binet door Hobby a i ii J i Mi yy wy lil Gas shutoff valves and valves Every gas device is fitted with a corresponding gas stop valve The gas stop valves are located in the kitchen drawer above the cutlery tray or in the lower kitchen cupboard They have been marked with the corresponding symbols Place of installation of gas shutoff valves Refrigerator and cooker in the top drawer in the kitchen unit Heating system in the gas bottle container The following applies to stop valves and valves e All the valves on gas devices must be closed while driving e To open the valves turn them towards the gas line i e in the kitchen unit they must be turned to a vertical position and in the gas bottle container the gas cock for the hea ting system must be turned to a horizontal position e No firing point may be in operation when filling the petrol tank of your vehicle on ferries or in the garage Should you suspect a leak in the gas system immediately close the shutoff valves in the vehicle and the gas bottle valves in the gas bottle container A N Over the years vibrations can cause slight leakages to occur If you suspect that there are leakages have your dealer or an authorised workshop for gas facilities check your system Never carry out leak tests near an open flame A Gas 09 6 Gas regulator with a crash sensor Using the MonoControl CS respectively DuoControl CS it is pos
48. binets Ceiling Turn the switch to select a menu Press it to shift to a Lamp and lighting atmosphere 1 somewhat submenu in which you can enter changes longer 2 Digital clock The current time is displayed in this field Hobby 3 Date display The current date is displayed in this field 4 Alarm clock This icon is use to activate the alarm clock The example shows the alarm clock when it has been deactivated When it is activated there is no line through the icon Charging status of the ancillary battery If the arrow points towards the battery it will be charged If the arrow points away from the battery it will be discharged Main switch The icon for the main switch always appears when the system s 12V main switch has been switched on 7 Mains connection This icon appears if the van is connected to the 230V mains Generator Motor is running An icon will appear here if the van s motor has been started Air conditioning The air conditioning icon only appears when the van has been fitted with an air conditioning system that is Cl bus compatible and it is in operation The basic functions of the air conditioning system can be controlled in a sub menu using the control dial and keys Various operating states can be displayed Electrical Installations Level of the tank e After turning once to the right or left the menu for displa ying the level of the fresh and waste water tanks ap
49. carriage against rust e Preserve varnished external surfaces with suitable agents e Fill the petrol tank with winter diesel check the antifreezer in the windshield cleaning unit and the coolant The following applies for ventilation During operation in winter condensation is caused when using the camper in low temperatures Sufficient ventilation is extremely important to ensure that the quality of the air inside the camper is good and to avoid damages to the vehicle caused by condensation e Do not shut vents for forced ventilation e Set the heating to maximum power when heating up the van Open stowage spaces cupboards drawers furniture flaps curtains shades and pliss s This enables you to achieve optimum ventilation and de aerating e Only heat the van when the recirculation air system is swit ched on e Every morning air all of the cushions mattresses and stowage spaces and dry any damp spots e Air thoroughly with fully opened doors and windows sever al times a day e If the outside temperature is under 8 C winter covers should be mounted over the ventilation grilles of the refri gerator lf despite all of these measures condensation forms simply wipe it away Before entering the vehicle remove the snow from your clothes and shoes to prevent an increase in humidity The following applies for heating e Both the air intake as well as the exhaust gas openings of the heating system must be ke
50. ceiling light to regulate how brightly you want the light to shine The brightness you set will be saved when the lights are switched on again the brightness you originally set will also be switched on again If the system s power supply is interrupted the ceiling light will shine full strength the first time you switch it on E The ceiling light can also be switched on directly on the lamp The lamp must be activated before you can use the control panel to switch it on and off Key Memory e This key is used to save and recall the state of individual lights Press briefly on this key to recall the last saved state of all switchable 12 V lights Press longer on this key to save the lighting state of a lamp This key is not used to save the state of the 230 V electrical devices e g hot air heating Entrance light outer tent light e Press this key to switch the entrance light on and off It is not possible to switch this light on when the motor is running The light will turn off automatically when the motor is switched on iS The entrance light must be switched off when the motor home is on the road Electrical Installations 07 4 E This function is only available if the vehicle has been fitted with the light package Worktop lighting e Briefly press the key to switch the worktop lighting in the kitchen on and off Lighting atmosphere 1 e 1 Switches all indirect lighting in the wall cabinets on
51. ces vehicle loading capacity FIAT Ducato X290 Hobby 14 7 Technical Data 14 4 Tyres and rims for vans Light chassis Series Optional extra Hobby Perm axle Perm axle Tyre size Metal wheel rim Tyre size Metal wheel Model load front load rear rim optionally attachment alloy wheel rim FIAT Ducato X290 k55 Vantana 3300 3500 1750 1850 1900 2000 215 70R15 C 6Jx15 ET68 225 75R16C 6Jx16 ET68 5 71 118 keo Vantaa 3300 3500 1750 1850 1900 2000 _215 70R15C_ 6Jx15 ET68 225 75R16C 64x16 ET68 5 71 1418 kes Vantaa soo 1850 2000 2t570Ri5c_ 6yxis ETes 225 75R16C 64x16 E768 5 71 18 1 not in connection with motorisation 115 PS No of tyre bolts centralising collars bolt circle Hobby Technical Data 14 8 Tyres and rims for loaded vans Maxi chassis increased load t p o w Perm axle load Perm axle Tyre size Metal wheel rim Wheel kg front load rear optionally alloy attachment wheel rim 4000 2100 2400 225 75 R16C 6Jx 16 ET 68 5 78 130 4000 2100 2400 225 75 R16C 6Jx 16 ET 68 5 78 130 4000 2100 2400 225 75R16C 6d x 16 ET 68 5 78 130 4000 2100 2400 225 75 R16C 6Jx 16 ET 68 5 78 130 Hobby 14 9 Technical Data 14 5 Inflation pressures Van Tyres Tyre pressure bar Michelin XC Camping 215 70R15C front 5 0 rear 5 5 225 75 R16C front 5 5 rear 5 5 other tyre manufacturers 215 70R15C front 4 1 rear 4 5 225
52. ch fuses Hobby TV unit The installation area for the flat screen TV is located above the seating arrangement on the partition to the bathroom The corresponding connections are located in the adjacent wall cabinet The corresponding connection for the SAT antenna E3 is positioned behind the furniture surround on which the TV connections are located Electrical Installations 07 30 External socket and antenna terminal in the 7 5 Special Lights outer tent The switches for the lights described here are located directly on the lights themselves they are not controlled via the control panel As an option your van also has a combined external socket and antenna terminal in the outer tent This can be used for example to set up a TV in the outer tent Depending on how you wire it the integrated antenna terminal can be used as either an input or an output socket For further information please speak to your Hobby dealer Hobby 07 31 Electrical Installations Entrance light The entrance area by the sliding door has been fitted with a light that cannot be operated using the control panel or one of the remote controls Toggle the light in the frame to the right off see Fig 1 centre light permanently on see Fig 2 to the left light switches on automatically when sliding door is opened Hobby 7 6 Mobile navigation As an optional feature your van can be equipped with a mo bi
53. djusted accordingly city and the actual flow current as well as the charging status of the batteries 1 2 or 2 3 To reach this part of the menu go to the Loading the Batte ry menu and press the button for approx 2 seconds Hobby 07 11 Electrical Installations Jos TZ 1 06 Te se On Cool Low eee On 40 C fy E 79S 08096 HF or ee m my AE om Ae Hot air heating only Fiat Drive Air conditioning Turn the rotary switch to access the heating menu This is The following functions for the air conditioning where you can set the hot water temperature as well as the system can be set on the control unit temperature desired inside the van see also Chapter 10 2 On Off Cool Mode cooling and ventilation Cool Low Cool Cool High Fan Mode ventilation only Fan Low Fan High Dry heating function The aforementioned functions are only available for air conditioning systems that are Cl bus compatible Hobby Electrical Installations 07 12 On S W512 14 oeoo 17 06 12 TE CO ae Setting the time alarm clock and date e After pressing the menu button for a longer period of time approx 2 seconds the menu for setting the current time date wake up time and activating or deactivating the alarm clock appears e Within the menu s you move left or right by turning to the various setting value Hobby 07 13 Electrical Installations WLAN module Hobby s Cl Bus b
54. driving e g Control CS The combined LPG heating consists of a warm air heater with an integrated hot water boiler capacity 10 The heating system is fully operational with or without the hot water system Place of installation rear of the van accessible via the furniture flaps Initial operation e Set the air vents in the van so that the warm air is blown out where required e Check that the chimney is clear Remove any covers e Open the gas bottle and gas shutoff valve on the gas pipe e Only operate the device if it is in perfect technical condition e Always have malfunctions repaired immediately Only repair malfunctions yourself if such malfunctions are described in the troubleshooting instructions in this manual e Do not carry out any repairs on or make any changes to the device Only have a defect device repaired by the manufacturer or their service department a If the system s power supply is interrupted the time must be reset Built in devices 10 2 OSes 2 E BBB888 i O O FAO SZ Operating and display controls 1 Display 2 Status line 8 Menu line top 4 Menu line bottom Display 230V mains voltage charging current Display timer 7 Settings values Adjusting knob pushbutton 9 Reset button The adjusting knob pushbutton is used to select the menus in lines 3 and and change the settings The data is shown on the display D the backgr
55. e extinguisher with a minimum capacity of 1 kg by the sliding door as well as a fire blanket next to the cooker Familiarize yourself with the safety precautions against fire that have been set up on the grounds where you are parked see also Fire protection Chapter 2 2 electrical heating devices note their power consumption but no radiant heaters because they can cause danger of A N Never use portable cooking or heating devices except fire and suffocation E Read the manufacturer s operating manuals carefully Hobby 9 2 Gas supply The van is equipped with a propane gas system gas bottle not included in scope of delivery This system is used to run the following equipment Cooker Refrigerator Heating Hot water boiler Possibly special accessories Gas bottle cabinet The gas bottle container can be accessed in the rear of the vehicle behind a furniture door It is accessible through the rear doors The gas bottle container holds two 11 kg propane cylinders D Via a safety regulator D the gas bottles are attached by a hose to the supply line 4 Each bottle is fastened to the wall by two separate belts A N Gas bottles may only be carried in the gas bottle container Gas 09 4 The following applies to the gas bottle cabinet Always check the gas cylinder mountings before driving Stand the gas cylinders upright and close the valves Pull any loose straps tight The high
56. e equipped with a e Ignition sources such as open flames or smoking are gas pressure regulator for use while driving e g ControlCS strictly forbidden e Air the rooms e Clear the danger zone Checking the gas fittings e Inform your immediate surroundings groundsman e Before initial operation have the LPG fittings checked by an Can Mille IMS S1tGhetese expert The gas fittings may only be taken into operation again a after they have been checked by an expert e The gas fittings must be checked every 2 years by an LPG expert This must be confirmed on the certificate in accordance with Form G 607 from the German Association of Gas and Water Experts DVGW and EN 1949 e Regulator knobs hoses and exhaust pipes must also be checked e The safety regulators and hose lines must be replaced at least every 10 years Built in objects and changes e Objects may only be built in and changes to the gas fittings made by an expert e Only devices with a constant connection pressure of 30 mbar may be operated e Following any changes to the gas fittings they must be rechecked by a recognised expert who must provide a written confirmation Hobby Regulators and valves e Use only special vehicle regulators that have a safety valve In accordance with the German DVWG German Associa tion of the Gas and Water Sector Worksheet G 607 other regulators are not permitted they are not adequate for handling the heavy strain e Pre
57. e from frost Check it about once a month to see if it is still charged if not charge it e Check the antifreeze in the cooling system and if neces sary top it up e Leave space between tarpaulins and the camper so as not to hamper ventilation The following applies for the external structure e Wash the van thoroughly see 12 4 e Check the vehicle for damages to the varnish and other damages If necessary repair these damages and carry out any other necessary repairs Maintenance and Care 12 8 The exterior should be treated with wax or a special polish for varnish Use a protective agent to protect the metal parts of the chassis against rust Check the undercarriage for damage and if necessary drive to your dealer to have it repaired Ensure that no water can get into the venting on the floor heating system and refrigerator venting mount winter covers The following applies for tanks and containers Clean disinfect descale and completely empty all water pipes and faucets Leave faucets open Clean and empty the fresh water tank Clean and empty the waste water tank Clean and empty the toilet flushing tank and the excre ment tank Clean the toilet valve apply a lubricant for seals and leave it open Completely empty the therme boiler Hobby Maintenance and Care The following applies for the interior fittings e Clean the interior of your van Hoover carpets cushions and mattresses If possib
58. e in your van No draught ventilation has been integrated above the driving unit in your van The roof lights ensure ventilation Never interfere with the way in which they operate Ventilation and de aerating of the van is a prerequisite for suf ficient cooling capacity When the refrigerator is not being run the ventilation grills can be closed using the appropriate covers Never cover the safety ventilation not even partially be used when the refrigerator is operated electrically in winter For more information please refer to the refrigerator i Note the information given on the covers They may only manufacturers operating instructions i Watery vapour is produced while cooking from wet clothes etc Every person transpires up to 35 g of water per hour Therefore depending on the relative humidity the windows and skylights must be opened for further ventilation see also Operating in Winter Hobby Refrigerator Grates supply the refrigerator with fresh air from outside to ensure sufficient refrigerating capacity The grate for fresh air intake is on the outside wall of the vehicle The ventilation grill D is located above the air vents IE Danger You can suffocate if the ventilation openings are blocked Never block ventilation openings IE Apply special covers when operating the van in winter These covers can be purchased from your dealer Dometic If the temperature outside is very high we
59. e tank in special places for sanitary disposal but never in open spaces The following applies for waste e Separate your waste and put appropriate materials in the recycling bins e Empty waste bins as often as possible in the appropriate bins or containers This avoids unpleasant and problematic waste from building up on board The following applies for picnic spots e Always leave picnic spots clean and tidy even if you dispose of someone else s waste e Do not let the vehicle s engine run unnecessarily while the vehicle is standing still When the transmission is in neutral a cold engine generates more harmful emissions The quickest way for the engine to reach its operating temperature is while driving Hobby ae Protecting the environment is not only in the interest of nature but also in the interest of all motor home van and caravan users Sanitation and Environmental Protection 13 4 13 2 Returning the vehicle If you should ever have to give up your van and have it recycled the manufacturer of the basic vehicle is responsible for taking it back status at the time of printing This means that your HOBBY van must be taken back free of charge by any Fiat dealer and expertly recycled Hobby 14 1 Technical Data Chapter 14 Technical Data 14 1 Chassis Data Hobby Type Base Motorisation exhaust Chassis Towbar Belt system Modell vehicle Model gas Sawiko Typ Aguti emissions FIAT Ducato X290
60. e waste tank can only be removed when the drain valve is closed e Pull out the tank as far as possible keeping it level e Slightly tip the waste tank and then pull it out completely e Place it in an upright vertical position e Turn the drain nozzle to an upward position Water Never fill toilet fluids directly into the toilet bowl Es Use toilet fluids very sparingly An overdose is no guaran i tee of preventing possible odours e Fill the waste tank with the correct amount of toilet fluids PUSANG wast eae Bac TO Posten e Then add enough water to completely cover the bottom of e Ensure that e holding bar secures the waste tank the waste tank e Close the service flap e Return the drain nozzle to its original position Hobby 08 8 08 9 Water Using the toilet e Turn the toilet bowl to a comfortable position e Fill the toilet bowl with a small amount of water by pres sing the flush button or by opening the drain valve by pulling the valve handle under the toilet bowl towards you e Use the toilet e After use open the drain valve if still closed and flush Close the drain valve after flushing Hobby Emptying the waste tank The waste tank must be emptied at the latest when the LED lights up It is recommended that the tank is emptied before this The LED lights up when the tank contains more than 15 litres From this point in time the tank has a residual capacity of
61. eceeeseseseeseeeeeses 07 1 1 2 Elements of the electrical system c ccceeeeeees 07 1 io Electric power SUDDIY ccccecccseeeceeeeceeeseeeeseens 07 19 7 4 Electrical SYSIOM ci sur stcsssnccsavedinnudsavaniavavhebaiiewasieuian 07 28 PRS Special aissein ana 07 30 7 6 Mobile navigation 2205 cnnciectswtse tap eceeianaeadestaenetostees ics 07 31 7 7 Subsequently installed AeVICES ccceceeeeeees 07 32 Chapter 8 Water 8 1 General information ccccsccccssseeceeeeeeseeeeeseeeeeees 08 1 8 2 Water supply sviscsscaccwedsxecnc lt sutumnteatdavntaatnionesteinsexis 08 1 8 3 Flushing TONG si csenctoseigieanseneotacdoeneosentadeecddsaynacncaveto 08 7 Chapter 9 Gas 9 1 General safety rules when using LPG fittings 09 1 g2 GAS SUD DIY escon onn EAEEREN 09 3 Chapter 10 Built in devices 10 1 General NiO NANG eacescrssveneaneiessitiaicadiueeanuewsveratican 10 1 102 Heating rossen eE EEEE E 10 1 10 9 Rerigeratol erroreren nnen aN Naa 10 14 10 4 Qas COCKEN vecauwscvscdntentsstuincdeianeotadoonndensaawecsestansce 10 19 10 5 Rooftop Air Conditioning cccceseseeeeeeeeeeeees 10 21 Chapter 11 ACCESSOTIECS ccccecceeeeceeeeeeeeeseeeesaeess 11 1 Chapter 12 Maintenance and Care 12 1 Maintenance scsariieteaxsenndatiaviciasntteretteciseetanwerleocatieductos 12 1 122 co 62 n Ae EES 12 2 12 3 12 4 12 9 12 6 13 1 Introduction A e EE E TE E S EE 12 2 FAN A E 12 3 Winter
62. ed to start driving Only then should you release the brake pedal and slowly step on the gas pedal If the vehicle is not moving and the engine is running for a longer period of time we recommend that you shift to neutral N Do not use the gas pedal as a means of holding the ve hicle in one spot e g on a slope Instead use the brake pedal and step on the gas only when you start to drive If you want to shift into first gear when in reverse gear R or vice versa the gearshift lever may only be moved when the vehicle is standing completely still and you are stepping on the brake pedal Hobby 03 9 Chassis structions for the base vehicle Please familiarise yourself sufficiently with the operation of the automatic transmissi i For further information please refer to the operating in on before you use your vehicle the first time Hobby Chassis 03 10 Hobby 04 1 Wheels and tyres Chapter 4 Wheels and Tyres 4 1 Wheels If you are driving a new vehicle or after changing a tyre tighten the wheel bolts or nuts after you have driven the first 50 km and then again after the following 100 km For your safety do not use any tyres or fixing material other than what was originally stipulated Wheel bolts and nuts should then be checked regularly to ensure that they fit tightly Tightening torque for wheel nuts and bolts Rim size Fiat Ducato 180 Nm 160 Nm Hobby 4 2 Tyres Use only tyres that have
63. en the bicycle carrier is in use The driving speed should be adju sted accordingly to take this into consideration e The driver is responsible for the secure fastening of the bicycles Even when unloaded and folded up the carrier must be secured using the clips D provided Exterior Structure e Ensure that the existing lighting equipment is not completely or partially obscured by any loads E The maximum permissible loads for bicycle carriers are 35 kg Each individual bicycle may not weigh more than 30 kg Hobby 05 8 05 9 Exterior Structure 5 4 Sun awning i As an option your van can be fitted with an awning attached to the roof An awning offers protection from the sun not against the elements Do not place people or obstacles in the extension retrac tion area of the awning The awning winding mechanism is fitted with a mechanical block control to limit the extent to which it can be exten ded Never attempt to exceed the block control by force Always support the awning with the integrated struts when extended The awning must always be completely retracted and secured before driving Hobby Extending Insert the hook on the crank into the grommet on the win ding mechanism Hold the crank with one hand on the upper twist grip and the other on the lower twist grip During the operating procedure gently pull the crank towards you and hold it as vertically in the grommet as possible Turn the con
64. enger cars new vans with a permissible total weight up to 3 5 tonnes do not have to undergo a general inspection for the first three years after initial registration After this they must undergo a general inspection every two years Check with an approved MOT test centre to find out when and how often vans must be checked in the UK After this a general inspection must be carried out every year Safety 02 4 The general inspection can be carried out by the German Technical Surveyance Association TUV the German Engine Vehicle Surveyance Association DEKRA or an officially appro ved expert iS Any changes made to the vehicle that underlie German Road Traffic Licensing Regulations must be officially authorised i If you have any further questions or difficulties your autho rised Hobby dealer will always be available to assist you 50 miles with your camper e Switch off the gas operated built in devices before put e Tighten the nuts on the wheels after driving the first ting petrol in the tank Hobby 02 5 Safety 2 4 2 Before each drive Road safety e Before driving check that the signalling and lighting systems switch on battery circuit breaker steering and brakes function correctly e If the vehicle has been standing for a longer period of time approx 10 months have an authorised workshop check the brake system and the accelerator system e Completely open and fasten the dimming system on the front
65. ent consumption higher noise level and higher engine wear i As soon as the heating has been switched on room tempe rature and hot water temperature have been activated the fan speed selected in the previous heating operation is displayed in the status line Manufacturer s default setting ECO Hobby A Setting the timer i The timer can only be selected if the clock on the control panel has been set If the timer has been activated ON the menu item Activate timer OFF is first displayed Use the adjusting knob pushbutton to select the icon in the menu line 4 Press to switch to the setting mode Entering the start time Use the adjusting knob pushbut ton to set the hours and then the minutes Use the adjusting knob pushbut ton to set the hours and then the minutes parameters will only be taken into account after the next start end time has been reached Until then the operating parameters is If the start end time was exceeded during entry the operating set outside the timer will remain valid Setting the room temperature Use the adjusting knob push button to select the desired room temperature Press the adjusting knob push button to confirm the temperature Use the adjusting knob pushbut ton to select the desired hot water temperature Press the adjusting knob push button to confirm the temperature Built in devices Selecting the type
66. equipment e Only authorised and experienced workshops may carry out electrical repairs e Inexpert handling of the vehicle s electrical system may endanger your own life as well as that of others e To connect to an external 230 V mains connection use only a weather proof 3 wire extension cord with a CEE plug and connector Hobby 7 2 Elements of the electrical system Advice and instructions Important e Any changes to the electrical installations may only be carried out by a professional electrician e Disconnect the battery and switch off the 230V mains before carrying out any maintenance work Batteries e Please observe the battery manufacturer s operating instruc tions e The acid in the battery is poisonous and corrosive Avoid contact with eyes and skin e The completely discharged battery must be recharged for at least 10 hours The battery may be damaged if it has been discharged for more than 8 weeks e Avoid total discharge since this significantly reduces the performance capacity and service life of the batteries e AGM batteries do not require maintenance but they do need constant recharging conservation charging e Check that the battery clamps are secure and remove any layers of oxide Unclamp the battery circuit breaker if the ancillary battery is not being used for a long period of time more than 1 2 months Even if the battery circuit breaker is interrupted the battery can still be charged by t
67. er tank Never introduce anti freeze or other chemicals into the water system This can be poisonous When operating during winter ensure that the fresh water tank is sufficiently heated To remove water e The water will be mixed to the desired temperature according to the position of the pre mixing unit Hot water supply Hot water is supplied by means of the hot air heating system with its integrated hot water boiler see also Chapter 10 2 the options for settings are described on p 10 05 Changing the hot water temperature The boiler will automatically empty itself via a safety or outlet valve if there is danger of frost See also 10 13 Frost Control Water 08 4 Position of the Frost Control valve The Frost Control valve is always located directly by the model specific place of installation for the hot air heating system open at temperatures under approx 3 C and drain the iS The non electric safety or drain valve will automatically boiler contents via a drain nozzle boiler tank will still fill with water In order to avoid frost damage the boiler must be drained via the drain valve ic If the cold water system is operated without the boiler the even when not in use Hobby 08 5 Water Emptying the fresh water tank The outlet valve is located in the rear behind an opening in the furniture directly on the fresh water tank e To empty the fresh water tank turn the rotating wheel D to
68. ficient volume inside the van breathing and perspiration of the passengers bringing in damp clothing operating a gas cooker IE Ensure that there is a sufficient exchange of air to avoid damages due to the build up of condensation Hobby 12 3 Maintenance and Care 12 4 Care The following applies for their care e Clean plastic parts e g fenders skirts with water of up to 60 C and mild household cleansers e Clean greasy or oily surfaces with spirits fa Wash the vehicle only in places provided for this purpose Using cleaning materials sparingly Aggressive cleansers such as wheel rim cleaners damage the environment always taking care to follow the instructions for use and Use only dishwashing liquid or commercial cleaning agents test the cleaning agent to make sure it is suitable Cleaning products not recommended for use abrasive cleaning agents scratch the surface cleaning agents that contain acetone immediately damage the plastic dry cleaning products diluents Hobby alcohols aggressive or solvent based cleaners cleaners from the chemical group such as ketone ester and aromatic solvents aromatic hydrocarbons e g all automotive fuels Direct contact with plastics such as PVC soft PVC and similar products e g stickers must be avoided at all cost It is not possible to avoid transmitting plasticizers when solvent based contents come into contact with the af
69. for having main tenance carried out on schedule Replace the safety regulator for gas at least every 10 years For safety reasons spare parts for equipment must conform with the manufacturer s instructions and must be installed by him or a duly authorised representative Hobby recommends that you contact a service partner before driving there and inquire whether they have the necessary capacity e g an adequate car lift in order to avoid any misunderstanding 12 2 Brakes The components in the brake system are part of the General Type Approval Allgemeinen Betriebserlaubnis ABE If you change the components in the brake system the type approval expires Any changes are only possible if they have been released by the manufacturer It is in your own interest to have the brakes checked regularly by your Fiat workshop The following applies when maintaining the brake system e Check the level of brake fluid regularly e Check the brake system and brake hoses regularly for lea kage Rodents often gnaw at rubber hoses e Use only brake fluids with the same qualities as those fluids already in the brake circuit IE For further information please refer to the Fiat Ducato operating instructions Maintenance and Care 12 2 12 3 Airing For a comfortable climate inside the van there must be suf ficient ventilation This also avoids corrosive damage due to condensation Condensation is caused by insuf
70. g gas not for supplying gas to the system Gas 09 10 Hobby 10 1 Built in devices Chapter 10 Built in devices 10 1 General Information In this chapter you will find information on the devices that have been built into the van This information refers only to the operation of these devices To some extent the devices described are special accessories For further information on the individual built in devices please refer to the separate operating instructions that have been included in the blue service bag found in the vehicle Built in devices may only be repaired by specialists A A N Any changes to the built in devices as well as non compliance with the rules for use will cause the guarantee to become void and lead to the exclusion of liability claims Furthermore the operating licence for the device will become void and in some countries this means that the operating licence for the vehicle is also void Only the device manufacturer s original spare parts may be used for maintenance and repair work i Please also refer to the instructions in Chapter 9 for opera ting gas devices gas regulators and gas bottles is Please observe the instructions in Chapter 7 for operating electrical devices Hobby 10 2 Heating A N You are not permitted to operate the heating system while driving Exception As an optional feature the vehicle can be equipped with a gas pressure regulator for use while
71. g po wer sources the generator when the motor is running the CA 360 charger only via 230 V power feed The source of input with the highest input voltage supplies the charge current for the connected battery Hobby Always charge the ancillary battery for at least 10 hours before each journey directly after each journey and before you take the van temporarily out of service Use every opportunity during your journey to charge the battery The battery loses its capacity after having been used for a while and at low temperatures An acoustic warning signal will be given off if the remai ning time during discharge operation is less than 1 hour A warning will go off if the battery ages to a value less than 50 of its nominal capacity The battery is only charged if it has a minimum voltage of 8 V If the vehicle is not in use for a longer period of time the batte ry should be disconnected after it has been optimally charged by switching the battery circuit breaker on For further information please refer to the separate operating instructions for the charge controller ou Tooth vy e Charger CA 360 25 A power charging module The charger supplies the batteries with electric power when there is bus powered mains operation As they heat up the charger reduces its power output to ensure that there is no chance of overheating is The charging device can be accessed from the back of the passenger seat
72. g the temperature regula tor 8 to the left to the 0 setting Hobby 10 19 Built in devices e The sockets above the cooker may not be used when cooking Shut the protective caps stion air from the interior of the vehicle to heat the vehicle If this is ignored there is an acute risk to life due to a lack of oxygen and the odourless carbon monoxide which A N Never use the cooker or other devices extracting combu could be generated a i oe i EE PE i 2s u l gt a r e e ae in oE a n i i g M A N Do not operate the cooker when the glass covering is closed 10 4 Gas cooker The kitchen unit in the van is fitted with a 2 burner gas cooker Before initial operation e Open the bottle valve and the quick action stop valve in the gas pipe e Open the skylight or the kitchen window e Ignition points which must be pressed for ignition when turning on the gas device should spring back to their original position after being pressed Hobby Operation Use the main switch on the Control Panel to turn on the 12V power supply Open the tinted glass covering Q Turn the adjusting knob of the burner you wish to use to the ignition position large flame press it and hold it pressed Use a lighter to ignite the flame Continue to press the rotary switch for a further 5 10 seconds to ensure that the automatic flame guard takes effect Built in devices 10 20 e Release the rotary switc
73. h and turn to the desired set ting large or small flame e If ignition was unsuccessful repeat the procedure e To turn off the gas flame turn the rotary switch back to the 0 position e Close the main gas stop valve on the gas cooker E Use oven gloves or potholders when handling hot pots pans or similar objects You may be burned explosion Never allow gas to escape without burning Danger of burners stop giving off heat Otherwise the glass cover A N After cooking leave the glass cover D open until the could burst A N Never store easily flammable objects such as dishtowels serviettes etc near the cooker Danger of fire Hobby 10 21 Built in devices ro P A oe 10 5 Rooftop Air Conditioning To set the direction of ventilation The air supply within the vehicle can be regulated by setting The air conditioner is located instead of the roof window on the air nozzles the living room ceiling To operate the air conditioner correctly and optimize its per formance you should observe the following i e Ensure sound thermal insulation seal chinks and cover up glass areas e Avoid opening doors and windows unnecessarily e Do not plug or cover up air intakes and openings e Do not spray water into the air conditioner e Keep all easily inflammable material away from the system Hobby Built in devices 10 22 Hobby 11 1 Accessories Chapter 11 Accessories Note the detailed o
74. he battery charger con servation charging Should the consumer battery be removed isolate the plus pole to prevent short circuits when turning on the motor Battery charger The charger s capacity is 360 W The charger functions in accordance with IUOU1 charging technology In the case of misuse the guarantee and manufacturer s liability will no longer apply The air vents in the FIAT seat console panel must not be covered up or closed Ensure that there is sufficient ventila tion Tank probes The probe with rods measures the contents of the fresh and waste water tanks To avoid incrustations particularly in the waste water tank never let the water in the tanks stand for too long Flush the tanks regularly Electrical Installations 07 2 230V automatic circuit breaker with an earth leakage circuit breaker The 230V automatic circuit breaker supplies and protects the 230V devices e To switch off the 230V power supply in the entire system set the 230V automatic circuit breaker to O OFF Fuses e Only replace defective fuses after the cause of the defect has been remedied by a professional electrician e The new fuse must have the same amperage as the old one Hobby 07 3 Electrical Installations Controlpanel Hobby O 2 it a 2 abby Pa Ie ia a Functions of the main switch e After initially connecting the van to the 230 V mains you must press either the main switch
75. he triangular lights are standard equipment They have se parate switches on the lights that must be activated if you wish to use the remote control to switch them on and off Hobby Electrical Installations 97 18 Remote control entrance These remote control functions work even if the LCD panel has been switched off The remote control controls the elec tric entrance step e Press the key 1 to fold the step out press it 3 again to fold the step back in e Briefly press the key D to switch on the entrance light outer tent light not while the motor is running and only if equipped with the light package e Briefly press the key 4 to switch on the ceiling light provi ded it has been activated via the switch on the light Remote control for kitchen Briefly press the left key to switch on the bathroom light In the T models the left key is used to switch indirect lighting in the wall cabinets in the rear on and off Briefly press the right key to switch on the worktop light in the kitchen Hobby 07 19 Electrical Installations 7 3 Electric power supply In all of the vehicles the central electrical system is installed underneath the passenger seat Electricity for the van can be obtained from the following connections 230V mains connection 50 Hz via the ancillary battery Everything that uses 12 V such as lighting water supply etc is available Hobby Supply via mains connect
76. ic drinking water system e Garden hoses watering cans and similar materials unsu itable for drinking water should never be used to fill the mobile system If the van has not been used for a longer period of time the entire water system must be emptied completely After longer periods of stagnation the water system must be flushed thoroughly before being used Should you discover impurities the material should be disin fected using suitable agents that have been approved for such measures Hobby 8 2 Water supply Function of the water supply Fresh water is supplied to the hot air heating system the kitchen and toilette via a submersible pump The TANDEM submersible pump operates electrically via the starter ancillary battery when the van is connected to the 230V mains via the power supply The following applies for the TANDEM submersible pump e The TANDEM submersible pump is only suitable for water e The TANDEM submersible pump can briefly tolerate tem peratures of up to 60 C e Avoid dry runs e Protect the pump from freezing e Hard blows or hits as well as very dirty water can destroy the pump i The TANDEM submersible pump requires no maintenance I3 The TANDEM submersible pump switches itself on automati cally when the water taps are opened Water 08 2 Fresh water tank The tank D has a volume of 90 and is located in the rear The tank is filled with fresh water by mean
77. in stains 12 6 Rims 04 3 Roof air conditioning 10 21 Roof bonnets 06 17 S Safety belts in the superstructure 06 22 Seats in the superstructure 06 19 Seats overview 06 23 Securing the vehicle 02 10 Shunting 02 9 Snow chains 04 2 Sunshade 06 15 T Tables 06 5 Tar stains 12 4 Technically permissible maximum weight 03 3 Tyre pressure 04 2 Tyre pressure values 13 2 Tyre profile depth 04 3 Tyres 04 1 Toilet flap 05 5 Toilet emptying the cassette 08 11 to use 08 10 Toilet upkeep 11 6 TV mount 06 4 TV unit 07 29 U Upkeep 12 3 accessories 12 7 chair and cushion covers curtains 12 5 fitted carpet 12 6 furniture surfaces 12 7 PVC flooring 12 6 toilet 12 7 windows and doors 12 5 V Valve for waste water tank 08 4 Valves 09 2 Vehicle Identification Number 03 1 Ventilation grills 05 1 W Warning triangle 02 2 Waste water tank 08 7 to empty 08 5 Water filler necks 05 7 Widening the beds 06 9 Windows 06 13 Winter lay up 12 8 base vehicle 12 8 containers 12 8 interior fittings 12 9 Winter operation 12 9 airing 12 9 Winter tyres 04 1 WLAN module 07 13 Index Hobby Ix 2 Hobby Wohnwagenwerk Ing Harald Striewski GmbH Harald Striewski StraBe 15 D 24787 Fockbek Rendsburg www hobby caravan de
78. ion Hobby Compressor refrigerator K55 only Bei dem Modell K55 sind abweichend von den vorherigen Contrary to the previous descriptions the following applies for model K55 Refrigerator door lock The refrigerator has a locking mechanism D that also se cures it during transport A Only adjust the locking mechanism when the door is open if the door is closed the device will be damaged Opening and closing the door Turn the lock D as far to the right as it will go Opening e Pull the door handle D up and open the door Closing e Shut the door by pulling the handle D up and only letting it go when it will go no further The door is now closed and secured Ventilation position e Turn the lock as far to the left as it will go The door is now slightly open but secured Use this position when the refri gerator is not in use for a longer period of time Built in devices 10 18 Operation The refrigerator runs on 12V or a mains connection To switch on e Switch the refrigerator on by turning the temperature regula tor 8 to the right green control light G is activated Use the temperature regulator to set the temperature as desired The integrated thermostat regulates the temperature as follows 1 lowest cooling capacity 7 highest cooling capacity After being switched on it takes about 60 seconds before the compressor begins to run To switch off e Switch the refrigerator off by turnin
79. ion The van is connected to the external 230V mains by a CEE feeder plug 1 located in the side wall To connect the CEE feeder plug e Switch off the automatic circuit breaker D p 07 20 by pressing the rocker switch 2 down p 07 20 e Flip up the cover flap of the external socket D see 05 8 e Completely unwind the connector cable e Open the cap of the CEE connector plug GB by pulling it up in a 90 angle e Insert the plug 4 until it locks into place e Switch the automatic circuit breaker Diop 07 20 back on To disconnect the electric connection e Switch off the automatic circuit breaker D by pressing the rocker switch down 2 e Remove the CEE plug e Press the cover flap D p 07 19 of the external socket down until it clicks into place A Only plugs and cords that comply with CEE standards may be used Electrical Installations 07 20 Fuse protection for the 230V system The 230V system is protected by a two pole 13 A automatic circuit breaker D which is located in the seat chest in the seating arrangement It can be accessed via the side com partment Hobby 07 21 Electrical Installations Rules for the mains connection e Use only a3 x 2 5 mm cable with a maximum length of 25 m a CEEplug and connector to connect the van to an external 230 V mains e After the mains connection has been plugged in both the modular and the vehicle battery will automatically be char ged b
80. le e Put the vehicle in gear e Pull on the handbrake e f necessary use blocks not in scope of delivery If the temperature is below 0 C only put the handbrake on lightly and ensure that the vehicle is in gear to prevent the handbrake from freezing up aS J When turning the driver seat ensure that you do not acci dently disengage the handbrake Safety Switching electric consumption The following applies when switching electric consumption Switch the refrigerator from 12 V to accelerator or 230 V Otherwise if the engine is not on the 12 V electrical supply will automatically turn itself off after a few minutes Open the main stop valve on the accelerator cylinder and the accelerator stop valve on the consumer required Water installation Water left standing in the fresh water tank or the pipes quickly becomes undrinkable I Please empty any residual water from the water tank before filling it with fresh water Therefore check the water pipes and the fresh water tank before each drive to ensure they are clean Disinfect and rinse the drinking water facility regularly and always before each journey Hobby 02 10 03 1 Chassis Chapter 3 Chassis 3 1 Chassis The chassis includes parts of the frame and the axles No technical changes may be made as otherwise the general type approval will expire is Technical changes may only be carried out after being released by the manufacturer
81. le store them outside the van Other wise place them in such a way inside the vehicle that they do not come into contact with condensation e Use soapy water to clean linoleum and smooth surfaces e Empty and clean the refrigerator Leave the refrigerator door in the ventilation position see 10 6 e After cleaning them leave stowage spaces cupboards drawers and furniture flaps open to facilitate air circulation e Leave vents for forced ventilation open If the van is kept in a closed space you can leave the skylight open e Air the van thoroughly every four to six weeks when the weather is dry e Set up a dehumidifier Such as salt inside the van and dry the granulate or change it regularly e Open the battery s circuit breaker e f necessary heat the camper to prevent the build up of mould from condensation e Switch off the 12 V main switch Hobby 12 6 Winter Operation Preparations Your van has been designed to allow you to use it to a certain extent in winter If you really wish to camp in winter we recommend that you optimize your van to meet your personal requirements Your dealer will be pleased to advise you The following applies for your preparations e Check the vehicle for damage to the paintwork or from rust and if necessary repair it e Ensure that water cannot run into the ventilation and de aerating and heating systems e Use a wax based protective agent to protect the metal parts of the under
82. le navigation system and integrated rear view camera IE e Read the device manufacturer s operating instructions carefully before initial operation this may cause accidents e Never operate the device while driving e Check the display panel only when the traffic situation A N e Do not allow yourself to be distracted by this device as is safe for doing so 7 7 Subsequently installed devices Subsequently installed electronic devices that can be used while driving e g mobile phones wireless equipment radios came ras for driving in reverse navigation equipment or others must meet all of the requirements for electromagnetic compatibility Such equipment must have been approved in accordance with EU Guideline 72 245 EWG as it appears in version 95 54 EG because otherwise it may cause interference with the electronic systems already installed in the van A CE mark is mandatory for devices that have been subsequently installed and which cannot be used while driving Electrical Installations Hobby 07 32 08 1 Water Chapter 8 Water 8 1 General We recommend that you inspect any water you have left in the tank this is very critical before using the water again is e Always use water that is of drinkable quality when wor king with food This also applies for washing your hands or objects that come into contact with food e In order to ensure excellent water quality water should be taken directly from the publ
83. m ceeeccescceseeecseeceaeesessesaesesaeeenaeeess 04 3 4 6 Fast tyre repair kit ncasdusichonsesonsanandncedtaumniaewsineiciteuvnten 04 4 AT Changing a yra east retire eva creresrovacecoieuatauasicesten mued 04 5 Chapter 5 Exterior Structure 5 1 Vonta snn REENE 05 1 5 2 Opening and closing doors and flaps 00 05 3 5 3 Bicycle carrier ctaciauceiweiawestinedinceaimaurinaiaciasattenteos 05 8 5 4 Sun awning soiedareucsicaaniccaiannpatnitonetaneneduttenadante 05 9 Chapter 6 Interior Structure 6 1 Opening and closing doors and flaps c0008 06 1 6 2 Television holder for flat screen monitor 06 4 6 3 Worktop extension for the kitchen 00008 06 5 04 WAIN CS esin EEE E ENRE 06 5 6 5 Bed CONV CISION srancsnsdesaecceacuatdinctnnaiauareboeenaueanciestes 06 6 6 6 Insert for shower tray sccccceecceseessseeceeeeseeenees 06 13 67 WiINGOWS oaetecneaplrenaleana nRa ERA 06 13 6 8 Dimming system for driver s cabin secceeeeees 06 16 6 9 Skylight sete nsantecazeesaicecossadendanr ante tainaatavend ddbyraamacs 06 17 6 10 Seats in the driver s Cabin ccccsscccseeeeeeeeeees 06 18 6 11 Construction of the Seats ccccseeeeeseeeeeeeeeees 06 19 6 12 Seatbelts in the VAN cccsccccssseecssseeceeeeeeeeseees 06 22 6 13 Overview of the seating arrangements 06 23 Chapter 7 Electrical Installations 7 1 Safety instructions cccscccecseee
84. n n and the con tents of the boiler will be drained off via the drain outlet 0 10 3 Refrigerator Refrigerators made by Dometic will be installed If the external temperature is high full refrigerating capa city can only be ensured by means of sufficient ventilation If necessary to achieve better ventilation the refrigerator s ventilation grille can be removed at the motorhome A N Please refer to the manufacturer s separate operating instructions before using the refrigerator Built in devices 10 14 Refrigerator door lock A N While driving the refrigerator door must always be closed and locked Opening e Turn the lock to the side as far as it will go until the refrigerator door can be opened Closing e Shut the refrigerator door and then turn the lock back to its original position see illustration Hobby 10 15 Built in devices Modes of operation Three modes of operation are possible for the refrigerator 12 V operation 12 V operation can only be used while driving when the mo tor is running When resting or if you have stopped for a lon ger period of time turn off the 12 V operation and if required select another mode of operation e Turn the energy selector switch to battery operation D e 12V operation will only function if the vehicle s motor is running Hobby e The refrigerator runs without a thermostatic control con tinuous operation 12 V operation should
85. n the status line D or in the display Switching the control panel on and off Press the adjusting knob pushbutton for longer than 3 seconds Previously set values operating parame ters will be reactivated after the control panel has been switched on If the heating system is not supplied with operating voltage for more than 2 hours the control panel will automatically switch itself off Due to an internal lag feed in the heating system it may take a few minutes for the control panel to switch off Selecting the setting mode button The first icon blinks Press the adjusting knob push The display shows the setting mode Built in devices Changing the room temperature Use the adjusting knob pushbutton to select the icon in the menu line 3 Press to switch to the setting mode Use the adjusting knob pushbutton to select the desired temperature Press the adjusting knob pushbutton to confirm the temperature a auto if auto a Heating Heating is switched on Adjustable range of temperature 5 30 C in increments of 1 C Use the adjusting knob pushbutton for fast temperature changes on stand by screen Hobby 10 4 10 5 Built in devices 4 Changing the hot water temperature Use the adjusting knob pushbutton to select the icon in the menu line 3 Press to switch to the setting mode Use the adjusting knob pushbutton
86. necting rod clockwise until the awning has been rolled out about 1 m Unfold the telescopic rods on the inside of the drop tube and use them to support the awning Only then should you roll out the awning to the desired position Remove the crank Retracting Insert the hook on the crank into the grommet on the win ding mechanism Turn the connecting rod counter clockwise until the awning has been rolled in except for the last meter Retract the telescopic rods fold them up and secure them Only then should you roll in the awning completely and secure it Remove the crank and store it in the vehicle If the canvas is slack when extended retract the awning until the canvas is tightly stretched again Please refer also to the manufacturer s separate operating instructions Exterior Structure Hobby 05 10 06 1 Interior Structure Chapter 6 Interior Structure 6 1 Opening and closing doors and flaps Hobby Stowage and kitchen wall cabinets kitchen drawers Opening e Press the pushbutton D to unlock the flap drawer e Pull on the handle until the flap opens Closing e Use the handle to press the flap drawer shut until you can feel it close and lock A N Store only light objects in the upper stowage cabinets Interior Structure 06 2 iM n Simple furniture doors Doors with push locks Opening Opening e Pull on the handle and swing the door open e Depress the push lock until the knob pops out
87. ny special questions concerning accessories or the technology of the vehicle your dealer will be happy to answer them 1 1 General information Your HOBBY van has been built in accordance with the latest technology and approved safety regulations Despite all pre cautionary measures however it is possible that passengers may be hurt or the van damaged if the safety instructions in this user manual and the warning stickers placed throughout the van are not observed Hobby E e Please use the van only when it is technically in top condition Any defects that affect the safety of passengers or the van should be remedied immediately by trained person nel e The brake system and the gas system should only be checked and repaired by an authorised workshop e Please ensure that all of the deadlines for checking equipment and inspections are met Before taking your first drive Please do not consider this manual to be just a means of refe rence but familiarize yourself thoroughly with it before taking your first drive Fill out the guarantee cards in the different manuals for the in stalled equipment and fittings and send them to the manufactu rers This will ensure guarantee claims for any of the equipment will give you a 5 year guarantee on the consistency of the van Your dealer will give you a guarantee booklet 5 Years i In accordance with guarantee conditions HOBBY s dealer Guarantee on Consistency when you
88. oard management can link together up to 15 devices enabling you to operate them using just one central control panel that shows their functions on its display standard When coupled to a WLAN module all of the functions on the LCD control panel can be wirelessly controlled via your smart phone tablet or notebook After the main switch on the control panel has been switched on and all of the connections have been correctly attached a WLAN network is set up that is recognized by all WLAN enabled devices i The SD card is also found on the WLAN module The devices are updated on this card This SD card cannot be written in Windows file format Hobby Turn the rotary encoder to access the WLAN menu Power is supplied via the battery and or via the 230V mains connection The WLAN is ready as soon as WLAN On appears after the module has been switched on WVLAB SSID memnhobby 1 WLAN Password mernhobky 1 Press the rotary encoder key to access the submenu in which the connection data for the WLAN network is displayed The menu on the left only shows example data The WLAN enabled device must be connected to the net work and the password must be confirmed under Settings go to WLAN and select the network meinhobby1 in this example Should this not be displayed immediately you must first use the search scan function Electrical Installations 07 14 Website Username hobby Website Passwo
89. of energy Use the adjusting knob pushbut ton to select the desired type of energy Press the adjusting knob push button to confirm the temperature IE The menu item Select type of energy will be depicted when a heating system that uses electric heating rods has been connected optional extra Selecting the fan speed Use the adjusting knob pushbut Press the adjusting knob push button to confirm the temperature IE The menu item Select fan speed will be depicted when the hea ting hot water temperature has been set Hobby ton to select the desired fan speed 10 8 10 9 Built in devices Activating the timer ON Use the adjusting knob pushbut ton to activate the timer ON Press the adjusting knob push button to confirm the time entered days until it has been deactivated OFF The icon for the timer will blink when the timer has been i The timer will continue to remain active even for several programmed and is active Deactivating the timer OFF Press to switch to the setting mode Use the adjusting knob pushbut ton to deactivate the timer OFF Press the adjusting knob push button to confirm the time entered Hobby The hours blink Use the adjusting knob push button to set the hours 24 hour mode After pressing the adjusting knob pushbutton once again the minutes will blink Press the adjusting knob
90. one of the fastening screw must correspond to the construction of the wheel rim Adaptations are only permitted if these have been released by the manufacturer Aluminium wheel rims must be tested separately for each type of vehicle The tyre bolts for the original Fiat rims alloy steel rims can be used again after the tyre has been changed However check first if you use rims manufactured by other companies 4 6 Fast tyre repair kit Your van does not have a spare tyre Instead a fast tyre repair kit is included Do not use the fast tyre repair kit if the tyre was damaged by being driven when insufficiently inflated If the tyre rim is damaged i e if the groove is deformed so that air escapes it is not possible to repair the tyre Small punctures especially in the tyre tread with a max diameter of 4 mm can be sealed using the fast tyre repair kit Do not remove foreign matter e g a screw or nail from the tyre Wheels and tyres 04 4 The fast tyre repair kit can be used when the outside tempera ture ranges from 20 C to 50 C iI Please refer to the FIAT manual for instructions on how to use the fast tyre repair kit note this date It is not possible to guarantee that the tyre i There is an expiry date on the sealant Therefore please repair kit will function properly if the sealant has expired Hobby 04 5 Wheels and tyres 4 7 Changing a tyre The car jack not included in the scope of delivery
91. or a cold tyre The following applies for inflation pressure correct inflation pressure Q inflation pressure too low 2 inflation pressure too high Hobby 04 2 04 3 Wheels and tyres If the pressure is too low this may cause overheating of the tyre possibly resulting in severe damage to the tyre IE For the correct inflation pressure please refer to the table in the chapter on Technical Data or the operating instructions for the basic vehicle 4 4 Tread depth Replace your tyres as soon as the tread depth is only 1 6 mm IE The minimum tread depth gives you only the barest amount of safety while driving The following recommendations must be observed Safety limit in summer 3 0 mm Safety limit in winter 4 0 mm Tyres may not be exchanged crosswise i e from the right side of the vehicle to the left and vice versa iS Tyres age even if they are used seldom or not at all Tyre manufacturers recommendations e Irrespective of their tread depth tyres should be changed every 6 years e Avoid hard impacts against curbs potholes or other obstacles Hobby 4 5 Wheel rims Only use the rims noted in the registration documents Should you wish to use other rims please note the following The following applies when using other wheel rims Size construction injection depth and The load bearing capacity must be sufficient for the per missible total axle weight The c
92. orementioned plastics and this causes the parts to become brittle Cleaning the exterior The vehicle should not be washed more often than necessary The following applies when cleaning the exterior e Rinse the vehicle with a weak jet of water e Wash the vehicle with a soft sponge and a commercial shampoo solution Rinse the sponge often e Then rinse with a generous amount of water e Dry the vehicle with a suede cloth e After washing the vehicle leave it standing outside to dry off completely i Dry the headlights and sockets thoroughly as water collects there easily Washing with a high pressure cleaner Do not spray stickers and external decors directly with the high pressure cleaner as they could peel away as a result Before washing the van with a high pressure cleaner study its operating manual carefully During washing maintain a minimum distance of 700 mm between the van and the high pressure cleaner Please note that the water jet is under pressure when it comes out of the cleaning nozzle Incorrect handling of the high pressure cleaner can result in damage to the van The water temperature should not exceed 60 C Keep the water jet moving while washing The spray from the high pressure cleaner must never be pointed directly at the cracks of the doors or windows acrylic windows ventilation grills in the refrigerator service flaps waste gas flues or sky lights This may damage the vehicle or water could get in
93. ory shops Hobby Cleaning the interior ie To reduce problems arising from dampness use water sparingly when cleaning inside The following applies for cushions upholstery and curtains Clean cushions with a soft brush or hoover Have very dirty upholstery and curtains dry cleaned Do not wash them yourself If necessary wash them carefully using the foam from mild action detergent Cleaning instructions for materials that containTeflon ES e Always treat spots immediately e Sponge spots but do not rub them e Work from the edge towards the middle of the spot e Never use household cleaners to remove spots e Hoover cushions regularly to remove any dirt that may have collected We recommend the following methods for cleaning Method A e Use only commercial cleaning agents that have a water basis e Alternatively add two tablespoons of ammonia to 1 litre Dip a cloth into this solution and gently sponge the spot Turn the cloth over so that you are using a clean cloth to touch the spot This method is particularly suitable for removing wine milk lemonade blood biro ink urine sweat mud vomit Maintenance and Care 12 6 Method B e Use only mild water free solvents for dry cleaning e Dampen the cloth and proceed as described in method A This method is particularly suitable for removing wax candles pencil Chocolate or coffee should only be washed out with luke warm w
94. otor home caravan and van users s are not generally held to be pollutionists The following applies for waste water e Collect waste water on board only in built in waste water tanks or if necessary in Suitable containers e Never empty waste water in open spaces or down man holes Generally the public waste water system does not run through clarification plants e Empty your waste water tank as often as possible even if it is not completely full hygiene If possible rinse out the waste water tank with fresh water after emptying Only empty your waste water tank in special places for waste water disposal but never in open spaces Generally waste water stations are found in motorway service areas campsites or petrol stations Sanitation and Environmental Protection 13 2 The following applies for wastes e Only use approved sanitary cleansing products in the waste tank You may be able to avoid the use of sanitary liquids by installing an activated carbon filter system sold as an accessory Use sanitary liquids very sparingly An overdose is no gua rantee of preventing odours Hobby 13 3 Sanitation and Environmental Protection Sanitation e Never allow the waste tank to become too full Empty the tank immediately as soon as the level indicator lights up e Never empty wastes down manholes Generally the pu blic waste water system does not run through clarification plants ae Empty the wast
95. ound is illuminated Use the reset button 9 to return to the previous menu Hobby 10 3 Built in devices Adjusting knob pushbutton The adjusting Knob pushbutton is used to select and change specified values and parameters The changes are sa ved by briefly pressing the button Selected menu items blink Turn to the right Goes through the menu list from left to right Increases the values Turn to the left Goes through the menu list from right to left Decreases the values D D Reset button Press the reset button 9 to return to the previous menu and reject the settings This means that the previous values will continue to apply Hobby Press the button briefly Saves a selected value Selects a menu item changes to the setting mode Press 3 seconds Main function ON OFF To operate Start stand by screen A few seconds after the control panel has been connected to the power supply a start screen will appear If nothing is entered for several minutes a stand by screen will automatically be displayed alternates between the time and the room temperature that has been set If no time has been set the set room tempe iS When the time is set See Setting the time the display rature will be displayed permanently Functions The functions in the menu lines 4 of the control panel can be selected in any sequence The operating parameters are shown i
96. pears E Align the vehicle horizontally to obtain a meaningful result from the filling level indicator Hobby 07 6 07 7 Electrical Installations oso le T706 22 So Temperature 12V e f your vehicle has a 12V connection the temperature will be displayed Inside temperature above and outside tem perature below e The display is shown in increments of 0 5 C Hobby oso Tz Outside temperature e After once again turning to the right the menu for displa ying the outside temperature appears The outside tem perature sensor is located underneath the vehicle near the entrance step oso le 1 06 1 TE 22 5 C TEM biat Electrical Installations 07 8 Inside temperature e After once again turning to the right the menu for displa ying the inside temperature appears e The display is shown in increments of 0 5 C Calibrating the temperature It is possible to calibrate the indoor and outdoor temperatures shown as temperature effects on the sensors may lead to a deviation between the temperature displayed and the actual temperature e To calibrate the displayed temperatures please switch to the temperature display It is irrelevant whether the indoor or the outdoor temperature is displayed e Press the rotary selector switch for several seconds The system will now switch automatically to calibration mode e Switch to the desired area indoor or outdoor by turning the selector switch
97. peration instructions installation instruc tions and circuit diagrams from the manufacturers when using accessories These are located in your service package e Any changes to the status of the van as set by the manufacturer may endanger the driving performance and roadworthiness of your vehicle e Any accessories add ons modifications or mounted parts that have not been approved by HOBBY may cause damage to the vehicle and impair its roadworthiness Even if an expertise general type approval or design approval has been provided for these parts this does not ensure the orderly condition of the product e HOBBY cannot accept liability for any damages caused by parts or changes that have not been approved by HOBBY Hobby The following table includes a list of weights for accessories If these parts are carried in or on the van and are not included in the standard scope of delivery they must be taken into consideration when determining the full load Object Weight kg Base vehicle Chassis Air conditioning in the driver s cab automatic 18 00 Bumpers front painted colour of vehicle 2 00 Comfort Matic automatic transmission 17 00 Cruise control 0 20 Diesel tank 120 litres instead of 90 litres 28 00 Electric wing mirror 1 50 ESP incl ASR and hill holder 0 50 Fog lights 2 00 Hub caps 2 40 Leather steering wheel and gear knob 0 50 Light alloy rims 16 Original FIAT not in connection with 115 PS engine and 3 3 t 0 00 Metal
98. pick up your vehicle ness If a consistency test has not been carried out you will You will be charged for the annual inspection for leak tight forfeit any claims for a 5 year guarantee on consistency 1 2 Designations in the operating instructions This manual explains the motor home in the following manner Texts and illustrations Texts that refer to illustrations are found directly below the illustrations Details in illustrations here entrance have been given item numbers Lists Lists are given in the form of key words and shown as bullet points using Introduction 01 2 Handling instructions Handling instructions are also given in the form of key words beginning with the symbol e Notes its fittings will function perfectly Please remember that there may be some differences in description to the various kinds Ik Notes point out important details that ensure your van and of equipment that can be supplied Warnings Warnings make you aware of dangers that may lead to material being damaged or even people being hurt if they are not observed Environmental Tips Environmental tips give you possibilities for lessening the impact on the environment Hobby 01 3 Introduction Optional Extras You have selected a mobile home that is equipped to taste This user manual describes all of the models and equipment offered within the same p
99. pt free of snow and ice e It takes longer to heat up the van in winter Maintenance and Care 12 10 Do not let the interior cool down completely when you are away or at night set the heating to low and leave it on Continue to heat the vehicle while you are sleeping The van uses considerably more gas in winter than in sum mer Two 11 kg bottles of gas will be used up in just under one week Therefore should you stay longer in one place it is wor thwhile to set up an outer tent It will help to acclimatise the van and keep the dirt out The following applies for tanks and containers If the interior is sufficiently heated the fresh water tank water pipes and therme boiler should not freeze Fill all of the water containers only after the interior has been thoroughly heated When the heating is on the waste water tank is heated In severe frost also add an anti freezing compound or table salt to the waste water If the vehicle is not being used the waste water tank must be emptied completely The toilet can be used normally even in cold weather as long as the interior of the van is heated The excrement tank should be emptied if there is danger of frost Hobby 12 11 Maintenance and Care At the end of the winter season The following applies for the care of the vehicle Thoroughly wash the underbody and the motor This removes corrosive thawing agents salts alkali Clean the exterior and use normal
100. rd Cara Then select the network enter the password and click on the Connect button to confirm You can now call up the website http 192 168 0 1 in the Internet browser By continuing to turn and confirm the rotary encoder on the control panel you will reach the Web server data which is required to open the data in the Web browser Hobby Electrical Installations 5 o ra g g E Settings can be called up and changed in the browser on page 192 168 0 1 cfg php Click on the Get button to call up the set values After making any changes the changed values must be saved by clicking on the Set button These changes will take effect after approx 2 minutes Hobby The name of the network and the password can be changed here This also applies for the Web Interface Settings At pre sent the UMTS and No IP settings are not yet supported they have only been integrated for future applications Electrical Installations jem At present operation via a surfstick is not yet supported i yt Please use the WLAN menu in the LCD display to switch yee joa l 4 Ji i lt gt a E WLAN operation on and off ESR 4 ue IV a a ai Dee i Sabi After switching it off WLAN shutdown will be displayed for approx 60 seconds When WLAN Off is displayed the vehicle s entire power supply can be switched off General information regarding the LCD display The SD
101. re protection 02 1 First aid kit 02 2 Fittings 03 7 Flaps opening and closing 06 1 Flush toilet 08 8 Freezer compartment 10 17 Fresh water tank 08 2 to empty 08 5 FrostControl 10 13 Furniture doors 06 2 Furniture surfaces upkeep 12 8 Fuse protection of electrical system 07 20 Fuses assignment of 07 28 G Gas 09 1 Gas bottle container 09 4 Gas bottle to change 09 5 Gas cooker 10 19 to operate 10 20 Gas supply 09 3 Gas system exhaust fumes 09 2 fixtures and changes 09 1 inspection 09 1 regulator knobs and valves 09 2 shutoff valves and valves 09 5 General inspection 02 3 H Hanging table 06 7 Heating 10 1 Hinged windows 06 20 Hot water supply 08 4 l Insect screen 06 15 K Keys to the vehicle 05 3 L Loading 03 2 M Mains connection 07 19 Maintenance intervals 12 1 Mass when ready to drive 03 3 Modular battery 07 23 changing the battery 07 23 features 07 23 place of installation 07 23 N Navigation 07 31 O Operating the cooker 10 20 Outside shower water supply 08 7 P Petrol filler neck 05 7 Power saving 02 10 Preparing the vehicle 02 4 Push lock 06 3 R Rear external storage locker 02 6 Rear view camera 07 31 Rearranging the cushions 06 7 Redirecting electrical devices 02 10 Refrigerator 10 14 12V operation 10 15 230V operation 10 15 air supply 05 1 door lock 10 14 operating on gas 10 15 types of operation 10 15 Refuelling 02 9 Registration 02 3 Residual current device 07 21 Res
102. recommend that you park the vehicle in the shade to maintain the cooling capacity Removing the ventilation grills during maintenance and repair e Push the lock as far down as it will go e Carefully lift open the ventilation grill on the left hand side e Then pull the right hand side out of the bracket A The ventilation grills must remain firmly mounted while driving or when it is raining Exterior Structure 05 2 Heating Power for the heating system is supplied from outside using combustion air D At the same time the exhaust air from the heating system 2 is ducted outside system will switch off Therefore never block ventilati on openings When operating in winter ensure that the If the ventilation openings are blocked the heating chimney outlet is not blocked Hobby 05 3 Exterior Structure 5 2 Opening and closing doors and flaps Keys to the vehicle The following keys are supplied with the van two keys to fit the following locks on the base vehicle driver s and passenger s doors sliding door rear doors patrol flap acode card i Note the manufacturer s operating instructions for the basic vehicle two keys that fit the following locks on the structure toilet flap fresh water filler neck In addition a self adhesive aluminium plate is included in delivery engraved with the key number of the base vehicle Hobby Outside sliding door The lock on
103. registration document pneumatic suspension and or additional leaf springs must is Please remember that the tow coupling motorcycle carrier be entered in the registration document Please note that mounting additional equipment reduces the load your van can Carry Hobby 3 Automatic transmission As an option your van can be equipped with an automatic transmission Fiat Comfort Matic which has two methods of operation MANUAL gearshift and AUTO MATIC Since the clutch is engaged and released by means of an electro hydraulic unit that is controlled by the transmission s control unit the clutch pedal is superfluous and therefore it has been removed Both the selected method of operation as well as the gear you are driving in are shown on the multifunction display panel FIAT Comfort Matic The gearshift lever on the dashboard has three fixed positions the centre position for selecting the forward gear N for selecting the neutral position engine is idle R for selecting the reverse gear Starting from the centre position which corresponds to the forward gear the lever can be moved as follows forwards position to select a lower gear i e shifting down backwards position to select a higher gear to the left A M position to select automatic or manual mode alternatively These three positions are not fixed i e after the lever has been moved it jumps back to the centre position
104. rogramme Therefore it may include equipment that you have not selected Differences and thus all of the optional extras are marked with an asterisk IZ Should there be any equipment or model that is not descri bed in this user manual please note the enclosed additio nal operating instructions Timeliness of This Manual The high level of quality and security for mobile homes is en sured by means of continuous further development In very rare cases there may be a difference between the description and the vehicle itself Hobby Introduction 01 4 Hobby 02 1 Safety Chapter 2 Safety 2 2 Fire protection Precautions against fire e Never leave children alone in the vehicle e Keep inflammable materials away from all heating and cooking devices e Any changes to the electric system accelerator system or built in devices may only be carried out by an authorised workshop e Install a fire extinguisher next to the main entrance e Ensure that everyone is familiar with the guidelines on the fire extinguisher e Store a fire blanket near the cooker e Do not block any escape routes e Familiarise yourself with all safety measures set up on the 2 1 General information e Operating and user instructions for built in equipment re frigerator heating cooker etc as well as for the basic vehicle must be observed at all times e f accessories or optional equipment is to be installed this may change the
105. ry out the following preparations before driving Preparing the vehicle Close all of the windows in the vehicle s living room as well as the roof bonnets Retract the entrance step Close and lock the sliding door and the service flaps Close the tap for the waste water tank Close all of the gas stop valves on the gas devices with the exception of the stop valve for the heating if the vehicle has been equipped with a gas pressure regulator for use while driving e g Control CS SecuMotion If necessary remove the 230 V electric cable from the exte rior socket If necessary slide the TV antenna in as far as possible or retract the satellite dish If necessary secure bicycles ensure that they cannot slide and check that the existing lighting systems are not covered If necessary switch off the entrance light Hobby 02 7 Safety Interior Some preparations must also be carried out inside the van Preparing the interior A Sort loose objects and stow them in the compartments Place heavy objects in the lower compartments If necessary switch the refrigerator to 12 V operation Ensure that no liquids including those in the refrigerator will leak Secure accelerator cylinders Turn off interior lights Secure the table and if possible lower it Close doors including refrigerator door drawers and flaps firmly Heavy and or voluminous objects e g TV radio must be secured before driving Full
106. s could break the hinges and opening mechanism e Remove snow ice or excessive dirt before opening Ensure there is sufficient room before opening the skylight under trees in garages etc e Do not stand on the skylight e Close and bolt the skylight before driving Open the insect screen and pleated material resting position e f the sunlight is very strong pull the sunshade only 3 4 closed otherwise there is a danger of heat build up The vents for ventilation must always remain open Never shut or cover up these vents A Before driving ensure that the skylight is securely bolted Hobby Opening e This roof bonnet can be opened in the opposite direction to traffic Press the locking knob D and use the adjusting lever to move the roof bonnet to the desired position Closing e Guide the adjusting lever along the guide rail and close the roof bonnet The bonnet will lock when the lever hooks into place behind the locking knob D Interior Structure 06 18 Insect screens and shades pliss s Both plisses are fully adjustable by sliding them horizontally from side to side 6 10 Seats in the driver s cabin is All of the vans have pivoting driver s and passenger s seats which can be used to extend the number of seats available in the superstructure To operate these pivoting seats please refer to the operating instructions for the base vehicle A N e Before driving turn all swivelling seats in
107. s of the filler neck D on the side wall The neck for filling up fresh water is marked by a blue cap and a picture of a water tap on the upper edge of the frame Use the enclosed key for the external flap locks to open or close the cap on the neck Hobby 08 3 Water If you fill too much water into the tank the excess will run out through an automatic overflow on the opening underneath the vehicle and possibly also from the filler neck iS Check the red service lids regularly they may become loose if the fresh water tank is filled often Filling the water system Place the van in a horizontal position Shut all of the water taps Switch on the main switch on the control panel Close the outlet valve FrostControl on the boiler Unlock the petrol cap and turn it counter clockwise to open it Fill the water tank using the fresh water filler neck Turn all of the water taps to hot and open them The water pump will be switched on Leave the water taps open until the water flows out of the taps without any bubbles This is the only way to ensure that the boiler will also be filled with water Turn all of the taps to cold and leave them open The cold water pipes will be filled with water Leave the water taps open until the water flows out of the fixtures without any bubbles Shut all of the water taps Shut the filler neck Hobby E Use the control panel to check the amount of water in the fresh wat
108. sible to heat the vehicle even while driving Should there be an accident the integrated crash sensor automatically interrupts the gas supply thereby preventing gas from escaping Effect of delay 3 5 g 0 5 g this corresponds to an impact speed of 15 20 km h against a fixed obstacle Hobby 09 7 Gas i oy S HP A iff Y DE 4 Ii Sa ny lt f TN ANA O N i AS AN 1S lt i Bs To operate D Open the valve on the bottle D Press firmly on the hose rupture protection green button on the high pressure hose If necessary e g after it has been newly mounted or the gas bottle accidentally hits against the gas pressure regulator system press the green reset button on the MonoControl CS resets the crash sensor activation element Hobby Switching valve for the two cylinder gas unit The DuoControl CS changeover valve enables you to automa tically change from the operating bottle to the spare one The crash sensor is integrated in the DuoControl it enables you to use the heating system while driving L It operates similar to the MonoControl CS a Turn the knob to the left D or right to determine which cylinder is to be used b Shows the status of the cylinder in use Green full Red empty Function e Attach gas cylinders and open the valves of both gas cylin ders Turn the knob to the left or right as far as it will go If the pressure in the cylinder is less that 0 5 bar the
109. side the vehicle Maintenance and Care 12 4 The following applies when waxing the surfaces e The varnished surfaces should be treated occasionally with wax Follow the application instructions given by the wax manufacturers The following applies when polishing the surfaces e In exceptional cases use polish to refinish weathered varnis hed surfaces We recommend solvent free polishing paste i Use polish only in special cases and as seldom as possible because polish removes the top layer of varnish Frequent polishing causes extreme wear The following applies for tar and resin stains e Tar and resin stains as well as other organic stains can be removed with petroleum ether or spirits IE Do not use aggressive solutions such as products contai ning ester or ketone Hobby 12 5 Maintenance and Care The following applies for damages e Repair damages immediately to avoid further damages due to corrosion Ask your HOBBY dealer for assistance Skylights windows and doors Window panes require particularly careful treatment The following applies for their care e Rub the rubber seals around doors and windows lightly with talcum powder e Clean acrylic glass panes only with a clean wet sponge and a soft cloth Cleaning with a dry cloth may scratch the panes i Wash panes only with pure water Never use aggressive cleaning agents that include softeners or solvents cS You will find talcum powder in auto access
110. sides of the frame are on the outer sides of the bed Hobby 06 11 Interior Structure e Then place the three mattresses lengthwise to the vehicle Climbing into the transversal bed in the rear whereby the two mattresses with the slants D are placed e Climb into the transversal bed in the rear 2 through the on the left and right by the rear doors gap in the bulkhead partition taking care to ensure that the bulkhead partition is anchored on both sides in the guide rails Hobby Interior Structure 06 12 Converting beds into storage space for individual and transversal beds The bed can be fastened to the side wall to obtain additional storage space in the rear Fastening the bed e First place the slatted frames on the supporting shelves on the side wall taking care to ensure that the cushioned sides of the frames face downwards e Then place the mattresses against them e Lash the mattresses and slatted frames with the fastening straps 1 e Place the fastening straps over the gap and insert them in the counterpart D until they lock together During transport the fastening straps must be securely lashed they must not hang down required they can be removed completely by guiding the i If nothing is being transported and the straps are not ends of the straps out of their corresponding gap Hobby 06 13 Interior Structure Vy An i y 7 1 1 t A h Y 1 7 m A gt
111. ssure governors must have a fixed pressure of 30 mbar The regulations of EN 12864 Appendix D apply accor dingly The pressure governors must have a minimum flow rate of 1 2 hx h e Attach the high pressure hose on the bottle carefully by hand note left handed thread Do not use spanners pliers or similar tools e f the temperature is below 5 C use the de frosting facility ice ex for regulators Gas 09 2 Gas regulator for France and Great Britain i Due to specific country regulations the gas regulator in vehicles exported to France and Great Britain is mounted on the wall of the gas bottle container The requires the use of a high pressure hose Therefore the low pressure hoses that are normally used may not be fitted here gas regulator mounted on the wall D high pressure hose D A A This must be taken into account should it be necessary to replace the hose Connections on gas pressure regulators are screwed on counterclockwise Hobby 09 3 Gas Before initial operation e The waste gas pipe must be tightly connected to the hea ting and chimney without any leaks It may not be dama ged e Keep vents clear e Remove any snow from the chimney e Clear aspirating openings for combustion air in the side all from dirt and or snow Otherwise the exhaust fumes could have a CO content higher than allowed e Do not close the safety vents e We recommend that you store a Type D dry powder fir
112. t setting gas Special features in mixed operation Interrupting the 230V power supply The heating system will switch automatically to gas operati on As soon as the 230V power supply has been reinstated the heating system will automatically switch back to mixed operation Malfunction in the combustion process e g lack of fuel Combi Gas The heating system will switch automatically to electric operation If it is running in mixed operation the cause of the malfunction must be eliminated Use the control panel to switch the heating off and then on again Built in devices 10 6 Q co Selecting the fan speed Use the adjusting knob pushbutton to select the icon in the menu line 3 Press to switch to the setting mode Use the adjusting knob pushbutton to select the desired fan speed Press the adjusting knob pushbutton to confirm the temperature a b C d e Icon Type of operation z OFF Description Fan is switched off Can only be used if no device is being operated a VENT Air circulation if no device is being operated RPM can be selected in 10 increments b ECO Low fan speed c HIGH High fan speed Hobby 10 7 Built in devices d BOOST To heat room rapidly Available if the difference between the selected and the actual room tempera ture is more than 10 C 1 Can lead to higher engine wear depending on how often it is selected 2 The HIGH fan speed has a higher curr
113. ter 08 6 If the vehicle is not being used and there is a danger of sub zero temperatures be sure to drain the entire water system Leave taps turn on in the middle position Leave all drain valves open Only empty your waste water tank at the specially desi gnated disposal points and never in open spaces As a rule disposal points can be found at motorway service stations campsites and petrol stations Hobby Water Waste water tank The waste water tank is integrated in the chassis it is insulated Optional After the heating system has been switched on on the control panel the hot air is conducted to the waste water tank This prevents the waste water from freezing in a light frost the waste water tank if temperatures are significantly below ic Do a small quantity of antifreeze agent e g table salt to freezing to prevent the waste water from freezing damage from frost when the vehicle is not in use Therefore if there is any danger of sub zero temperatures iS The waste water tank is not sufficiently protected against empty the waste water tank completely Ike Never pour boiling water down the sink This can cause distortions and leaks in the waste water system is Use the control panel to check the amount of water in the waste water tank Hobby 8 3 Flushing toilet Preparing the toilet e Open the Thetford door see 5 1 and pull the holding bar up to remove the waste tank cS Th
114. tery Position of the 92 Ah 95 Ah AGM ancillary battery model specific The ancillary battery is mounted in the front passenger console The foot of the battery is attached to a base plate The passenger seat including the rotating assembly must be dismantled in order to subsequently fit or change the batteries i The battery sensor is safeguarded by means of a 10A fuse Hobby e Only accumulator batteries with bound electrolytes gel batteries may be installed in those positions specified by the manufacturer e The installed gel battery may not be opened e When changing ancillary batteries use only batteries of the same make and capacity e All of the electrical devices must be switched off be fore you disconnect or connect the ancillary battery e Before replacing fuses you must first de energise the charger e Before replacing fuses you must first de energise the charge controller e Before replacing a blown fuse you must first fix whate ver caused the fuse to blow e Fuses may only be replaced by fuses with the same fuse protection value e Airing the charge controller insufficiently will cause a reduction of the charge current e The surface of the charger casing may become hot when the device is in operation Electrical Installations 07 24 The battery charger is directly connected to the ancillary bat tery so that the ancillary and starter batteries can be charged even if the battery circuit breaker
115. the switch D and it is on set to I ON it must set off when you press the test button D The rocker switch D p 07 20 jumps down after it has successfully been checked it must be switched back up to the On setting This check should be carried out at least once a month to en sure that the residual current device functions perfectly in case there should be a fault in the current ks When the residual current device has been set off even when testing the customised settings in all mains operated devices are lost and the default settings made by the ma nufacturer will apply again lf the automatic circuit breaker has gone off other than if you have switched it you must wait a short while before switching it on again If the automatic circuit breaker remains active there was only an overload Electrical Installations 07 22 If the automatic circuit breaker goes off abruptly again there is either a short circuit or an earth fault Devices that set off during operation show that there is a defect they must be checked and or repaired by an electrical engineering specialist Switching it back on again and again will do no good The automatic circuit breaker also goes off when the rocker switch is held firmly in place Hobby 07 23 Electrical Installations ein MCS wy o Eann a ii gt E w a F Wraki i T Operation via ancillary bat
116. to select the desired temperature Press the adjusting knob pushbutton to confirm the temperature a b C d boost boost boost boost z 80 fe 0 Ge 60 2 0 Nae S240 A aoe B Mo a boiler is switched on b 40 hot water temperature of 40 C c 60 hot water temperature of 60 C d BOOST specifically heats up the contents of the boiler boiler operation fast for a max period of 40 min 1 The icon will blink until the desired water temperature is reached D Hot water temperature of 40 C can only be maintained at 40 C for a limited period of time if both the room and the water are being heated Hobby i Selecting the type of energy Use the adjusting knob pushbutton to select the icon in the menu line 3 Press to switch to the setting mode Use the adjusting knob pushbutton to select the desired type of energy Press the adjusting knob pushbutton to confirm the temperature a b C d e Vee VA K LZ Na O Icon Type of operation Type of energy a Gas Gas b EL 1 Electricity C EL 2 Electricity d MIX 1 Electricity Gas e MIX 2 Electricity Gas 1 Mixed operation electric and mixed operation are optional extras rature and hot water temperature have been activated the type of energy selected in the previous heating operation is displayed in the status line IE As soon as the heating has been switched on room tempe Manufacturer s defaul
117. tomobile The following applies for driving arround corners e Never drive too quickly into a corner Driving economically The engine of your van has not been designed to drive con stantly under a full load The following applies when driving e Do not keep your foot down on the accelerator e The final 20 km h before reaching top speed require up to 50 more fuel Hobby Braking The following applies for braking e Not the longer braking distance especially on wet roads e When driving downhill select a gear that is not higher than when driving uphill Reversing Manoeuvring Your van is far larger than a car The following applies to reversing manoeuvring e Even if the wing mirrors are correctly adjusted there is a significant blind spot e When reversing or parking in places with poor visibility get help to guide you in Getting petrol A number of devices that use an open flame have been built into your van The following applies when getting petrol e Turn off all accelerator devices heating refrigerator etc e Turn off all mobile phones e Never get anything other than diesel fuel e Never mistakenly fill the fresh water tank with fuel 2 6 After driving Selecting a parking space The following applies for selecting a parking space e Select a parking space that is as level as possible e f possible pick your spot in daylight Securing the vehicle The following applies when securing the vehic
118. ural road because of an accident or breakdown if the view is poor due to bad weather in twilight or darkness or e when it must be secured by means of a warning triangle on the emergency strip of the engineway because of an accident or breakdown Safety Warning triangle The warning triangle should also always be at hand and have a fixed position in your van preferably together with the first aid kit In an emergency e Set up the warning triangle at least 100 m in front of the danger zone Hobby 02 2 02 3 Safety 2 3 2 Vehicle tool kit Each vehicle comes with individual basic equipment including a vehicle tool kit and accessories The tool box D is located in the rear under the bed Hobby 2 4 Before driving 2 4 1 What to observe before taking your first drive Vehicle registration Every vehicle that drives on public roads must be registered This also applies to your new van Apply for registration at your local Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency You must show the following when applying for registration registration document Part Il CoC insurance coverage proof of personal identity or confirmation of registration by a local authority if applicable power of attorney to register the vehicle If applicable the direct debit authorisation for motor vehicle tax General inspection In common with pass
119. well as 75 kg for the driver In addition the masses for the fresh water and gas storage con tainers which have been filled to 90 of their total capacity must be added The masses are calculated in detail as follows Hobby FIAT Siesta Optima a Supply of liquefied petroleum gas sid Number of built in gas regulators Weight of an 11 kg aluminium bottle Weight of 11 kg gas inflation b Liquids 100 fresh water tank 90 I fresh water tank 90 c Electric power supply A Cable drum Total basic equipment 3 Additional equipment optional extras Mass of the equipment that was assembled by the manufac turer in or on the mobile home in addition to the standard equip ment These optional extras will be shown in the actual mass of the vehicle if they are not part of the standard scope of equipment Hobby or the manufacturer of the base vehicle were re sponsible for assembling them the customer can order them 4 Actual mass Sum of the mass when ready to drive and the optional extras or additional equipment assembled by the manufacturer 5 Loading capacity additional load Difference between the technically permissible maximum weight and the mass when ready to drive plus the mass of the passengers and the mass of the additional equipment 6 Minimum loading capacity The loading capacity must be equal at least to the formula 10 x n L whereby n highest number of sleeping spaces
120. wheel rims 16 not in connection with 115 PS engine and 3 3 t 16 00 Mud flaps rear 2 00 Pre installation of radio with loudspeakers 2 00 Tow coupling 35 00 Driver s cab Dashboard with aluminium applications 0 00 Dashboard with chrome rings 0 00 Driver s and passenger s seats upholstered in interior fabric 3 00 Floor mats in driver s cab 2 00 Accessories Object Weight kg REMIS pliss folding system for front and side windows in driver s cab 3 50 Superstructure Bicycle carrier for 2 bicycles Vantana 9 50 Insect screen pliss for sliding door 4 00 THULE OMNISTOR awning in black 325 400 cm 26 00 31 50 Living room Fitted carpet living room and driver s cab removable Individual seats instead of seating bench 2nd row cannot be retrofitted Upholstery combination upon request from VANTANA upholstery collection Sleeping area Additional cushion for children s emergency bed in the seating arrangement Water gas electricity External socket 230V Gas socket external HELLA battery sensor IBS Remote indicator for DuoControl 5 60 0 50 0 00 1 00 0 40 1 50 0 90 0 30 Hobby 11 2 11 3 Accessories Object Weight kg TRUMA DuoControl incl crash sensor and de icer 2 10 TRUMA MonoControl CS crash sensor 1 00 USB charging socket double 0 00 Waste water tank heated 1 00 Wireless alarm system with gas alarm for narcotic gases propane and butane 1 00 WLAN control for LCD Control Panel
121. wing Is the 50A fuse in the supply line to the ancillary battery near the motor battery functioning properly Is the Motor running signal on the input module on 7 4 Electrical system As soon as there is a mains connection the electrical system will switch from battery operation to mains operation All of the lamps in the van use 12V LED lights Only large electrical devices such as the Combi E heating air conditioning system etc use 230V Electrical Installations 07 28 UtMtsteuer une UCM steuerung Vorzeitieuchts UcMiateuerung Outi oO a ts Ow3 DP geschaltet Pumpe ELU a re u Tankheizung N 4 g gt gt 9g 5S a S La Pa nw SE gt OA Ao gt O z Assignment of fuses Input module The fuses for the individual internal electric circuits are loca ted in the input module In some models there may be slight deviations in this assignment Only replace defect fuses if you know what caused the fuse to blow and have fixed this Hobby 07 29 Electrical Installations Toptron GmbH EL534 Lichtsteuerung HO MC 6420570015 ME 216 2014 5 let o ao a fue d Da ce So ew i meter DA Teter OR Taster 3 Teue 4 Adee Ltt tt l i i gt is le cte ciest Tome e N Nees be ES ji e spe cle lt 1 s Outi Out Out2 Gud Ouid Ould NT i Light Control System The outputs are safeguarded by internal circuit breakers polyswit
122. y open the Remis Blinds for the driver s cab and lock it into place Do not overload the vehicle It is imperative that you not the permissible axle loads the technically permissible overall mass as well as the permissible height width and length of the van Hobby A Gas bottles may only be transported when they are secu rely fastened in the gas bottle container provided Ensure that there is sufficient ventilation Never cover up built in forced ventilation skylights with forced ventilation or mushroom vents Ensure that forced ventilation is not covered by snow or leaves as this increases the danger of suffocation Place a note with all important measurements and weights in a clearly visible place in the living room and the driver s cab 2 5 While driving Your van is not an automobile In many situations it reacts very differently to a normal au tomobile Therefore you should be prepared for the following differences Passenger safety The following applies while driving Only those seats equipped with safety belts may be used by passengers People may not be lying in the beds while driving Passengers must remain in their seats with their seat belt on Safety Only install children s car seats on seats that have been fitted by the manufacturer with three point belts Turn the swivel seats in the direction
123. y the battery charger in the van even if the Control Panel has not been switched on A When obtaining electricity via a cable drum this must be completely unwound as otherwise induction may cause the cable to heat up which could lead to burning Provided there is no protection against overheating e The 230 V mains connection in the van has been designed for a total power consumption of 3000 W If additional devices requiring electricity are connected such as a water heater etc you must ensure that this electric power value is not exceeded taking other electrical equipment in use such as the refrigerator heating etc into account Hobby Residual current device The standard version of your vehicle is equipped with a residual current device that will interrupt the electric circuit in case of a possible residual current Should there be a mal function the passenger circuit breaker opens the entire 230 V circuit A A Repairs must not be carried out on the residual current device A residual current device does not guarantee any protec tion against the danger from an electric shock It does not protect against possible electrical accidents i The tripping time for the residual current device RCD with a residual current of 30 mA is less than 0 1 seconds After putting the electric system into operation the function of the residual current device must be checked After voltage has been applied to

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