Introduction Dear Motor Home Owners, We would like to congratulate you on the purchase of your new HOBBY motor home and hope that you will always enjoy traveling with it. Please read this manual carefully, even if you have been driving a motor home for a long time. It will help you to avoid operating errors and damage to the vehicle and its equipment. Correct handling of all technical details will increase your driving comfort and maintain the value of your motor home.
00-1 Introduction Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter: Wheels, Tyres, Brakes 1.1 General information............................................... 01-1 4.1 Wheels.................................................................... 04-1 1.2 Before taking your first drive................................... 01-1 4.2 Tyres........................................................................ 04-1 1.3 Designations in the operating instructions.............. 01-2 4.3 Tyre pressure...................
Introduction 6.4 Bunk beds/Alcoves................................................. 06-8 Chapter 9: Gas 6.5 Windows................................................................. 06-9 9.1 General safety rules for using LPG fittings............. 09-1 6.6 Dimming system for driver's cabin....................... 06-11 9.2 Gas supply.............................................................. 09-3 6.7 Skylight................................................................. 06-12 9.3 Heating.
01-1 Introduction Chapter 1: Introduction Our motor homes 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 accessories 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 contents of this user manual. Those accessories that are available at the time of going to print are described here.
Introduction Please note the following before operating the vehicle: • • • • • • • • • • Check the tyre pressure. Please refer to the section on tyre pressure Load the vehicle correctly. Keep to the technically permissible overall mass. Please refer to the section on loading. Charge up the batteries fully before each journey Please refer to the section on the starter battery.
01-3 Introduction Handling instructions Handling instructions are also given in the form of key words beginning with the symbol “•“. Notes Notes point out important details that ensure your motor home and its fittings will function perfectly. Please remember that there may be some differences in description to the various kinds 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.
Introduction
Safety
02-1 Safety Chapter 2: Safety 2.2 Fire protection 2.1 General information Precautions against fire • Never leave children alone in the vehicle. • Keep inflammable materials away from all heating and cooking devices. • Any changes to the electric system, accelerator system or built-in devices may only be carried out by an authorised workshop. • Install a fire extinguisher next to the main entrance. • Store a fire blanket near the cooker. • Do not block any escape routes.
Safety 2.3 Road safety • Before driving, check that the signal and light equipment, steering and brakes all function properly. • 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. • Completely open and fasten the dimming system on the front and side windows. • While moving all passengers must be secured with seat belts and may not move around in the vehicle.
02-3 Safety The general inspection can be carried out by the German Technical Surveyance Association (TÜV), the German Engine Vehicle Surveyance Association (DEKRA) or an officially approved expert. For each general inspection you must show the following: registration document, Part I Valid accelerator test certificate for accelerator installation. The initial certificate will be given to you by your dealer.
Safety • Close and secure the entrances to the engine home and the service flaps • Close the tap for the waste water tank. • Close all taps and quick-action stop valves for accelerator devices. The only exception is for the heating if this should be used while driving. • If necessary remove the 230 V electric cable from the exterior socket. • If necessary retract the TV aerial as far as possible or fold down the satellite dish. • If necessary secure any loads on the roof ensuring that they cannot slide.
02-5 Safety Driver‘s cabin Do not forget the following: • Adjust the interior and exterior mirrors as well as your seat. • Check the lights. In addition: • Check your tyre pressure. • Check all liquids, such as oil, cooling water, brake fluid and windscreen cleaning liquid, and fill them up if necessary. • Turn off all accelerator devices (heating, refrigerator, etc.) before putting petrol in the tank.
Safety • After you have finished loading, check the overall weight on a public scales. Roof load (50 kg maximum) The height of the mobile home may vary from one journey to the next due to different roof loads. The following applies for roof loads: • Add the measurement of the roof load to the height of the mobile home. • Place a not visibly in the driver's cab giving the overall height. This saves having to calculate the height when driving under bridges and through tunnels.
02-7 Safety Driving Driving arround corners Take a trial drive before leaving on your first large journey in order to familiarize yourself with the mobile home. Remember to practise reversing. The base vehicle is a commercial vehicle; adjust your driving style accordingly. Due to its height, a mobile home begins to sway more quickly than an automobile. The following applies for driving: • Do not underestimate the length of the engine home.
Safety 2.8 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 mobile home. Any objects removed from the first-aid kit should be replaced immediately. Expiry dates should be checked regularly. 2.
02-9 Safety 2.9 When you stop driving Selecting a parking space The following applies for selecting a parking space: • Select a parking space that is as level as possible. • If possible, pick your spot in daylight. 100 m Warning triangle The warning triangle should also always be at hand and have a fixed position in your mobile home, preferably together with the first-aid kit.
Safety Switching electric consumption: Saving energy in winter 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. It is very easy to save energy inside your mobile home.
Chassis
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! Technical changes may only be carried out after being released by the manufacturer. For further information, please refer to the enclosed operating instructions for the basic vehicle. 3.
Chassis 03-2 Siesta Van und Van Exclusive T 555 FS T 555 AK FS T 555 AK LC T 600 … T 650 … T 650 … Ablastung 3500 kg T 500 GFSC T 500 GESC 1 1 5,5 6,0 9,9 4,5 2 5,5 9,9 - 2 5,5 9,9 - 2 5,5 9,9 - 26 kg 31 kg 31 kg 31 kg 90 - 90 - 9 90 - 116 kg 121 kg 40 kg 121 kg a) Supply of liquefied petroleum gas No. of 11 kg gas bottles No.
03-3 Chassis 4. Loading Loading corresponds to the difference between the "technically permissible overall mass" and the "mass when the vehicle is ready to start". This value must take into consideration the masses for passengers (conventional load: 75 kg x no. of seats, driver excepted), additional equipment and personal belongings. Check to ensure that the masses of all objects transported in the motor home have been taken into consideration, e.g.
Chassis Retracting levelling supports • Use crank to release levelling supports. • Retract levelling supports. • To lock levelling supports, press fork (1). 1 2 3.3 Levelling supports Levelling supports, standard design The levelling supports are located at the rear of your motor home. Swinging out the levelling supports • To swing out the levelling supports, press fork (1) and pull towards hinge. • Swing out levelling supports. • If necessary, secure levelling supports from caving in.
03-5 Chassis 2 1 3.4 Entrance step Your motor home has an electric entrance step (1). Use the switch on the inside, next to the entrance door to activate it. Do not step on the entrance step until it has been completely extended! Mind the different heights of the steps and ensure that the ground in front of the entrance is firm and level. After a slight delay the step will automatically be retracted when the engine is started.
Chassis 1 3 2 3.5 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 3.6 Additional pneumatic springs The 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number is engraved in the right front side wheel arch. To improve readability the VIN is repeated on a label to the left of the instrument panel and is legible from outside the vehicle. In addition to this, the VIN is given on both the Ford model plate (on the B-pillar, passenger side) and on the Hobby model plate (in the engine compartment, at the front on the radiator bridge).
03-7 Chassis The optimum air pressure is achieved when the vehicle is standing horizontally. The minimum air pressure must be high enough to ensure that the air bellows cannot snap through. When the vehicle is empty this pressure is approx. 0.5 bar (please check individually); when the vehicle is loaded the value will be correspondingly higher, depending on the loading. The maximum permissible operating pressure of the system is 4.0 bar.
Chassis 3.8 Externally mounted fixtures Registering accessories in the vehicle's documents • Have your HOBBY dealer mount your externally mounted fixtures. • Drive your motor home to the Technical Surveyance Association (TÜV). • The TÜV will survey your externally mounted fixtures and draw up an appropriate expertise. • Take the expertise and the registration documents, Parts I and II, to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency. They will copy the changes into the vehicle's documents.
Wheels, tyres, brakes
04-1 Wheels, tyres, brakes Chapter 4: Wheels, tyres, brakes Driving to protect your tyres 4.1 Wheels • Avoid braking sharply and racing starts. • Avoid long drives on poor roads. • Never drive an overloaded vehicle. On your first drive with your motor home, please check that your tyre bolts are still securely tightened after having driven 50 km and, if necessary, tighten them with a torque of 160 Nm for 15" wheel rims (steel and light metal) and 180 Nm for 16" wheel rims (steel and light metal).
Wheels, tyres, brakes If the pressure is too low, this may cause overheating of the tyre, possibly resulting in severe damage to the tyre. For the correct inflation pressure, please refer to the table in the chapter on “Technical Data“ or the operating instructions for the basic vehicle. 1 2 3 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.
04-3 Wheels, tyres, brakes 4.5 Wheel rims Use only those wheel rims listed in the vehicle‘s documents. Please observe the following points, should you wish to use other wheel rims. The following applies when using other wheel rims: - Size, - construction, - injection depth and - The load bearing capacity must be sufficient for the permissible total axle weight. - The cone of the fastening screw must correspond to the construction of the wheel rim.
Wheels, tyres, brakes 4.7 Tyre repair kit A Shake the bottle. Open the fill hose (1) on the bottle (foil seal is thereby punctured). Do not use the tyre repair kit if the tyre was damaged as a result of driving without air. Small cuts, especially in the tyre tread, can be resealed using the tyre repair kit. Do not remove foreign bodies (such as screws or nails) from the tyre. The tyre repair kit can be used at outside temperatures to a minimum of approx. -30°C.
04-5 Wheels, tyres, brakes B Unscrew the valve cap from the tyre valve. Remove the valve insert (2) with the valvecore remover (3). Do not lay the valve insert (2) down in sand or dirt. C Pull the stopper (4) from the fill hose (1). Push the fill hose onto the tyre valve. D Hold the bottle down with the filling tube and then press them together. Press the entyre bottle contents into the tyre.
Wheels, tyres, brakes If the minimum value is still indicated (8) correct the tyre pressure according to Table 12.2. Drive carefully to the nearest workshop and have the tyre replaced. Danger of accidents: If the required tyre pressure is still unattainable the tyre is too severely damaged. In this case the tyre repair kit can no longer provide an effective seal. Do not, therefore, drive any further. Notify a service station or the 24-hour service hotline. E Open the air hose (5) on the tyre valve.
04-7 Wheels, tyres, brakes 4.8 Changing a tyre When changing a tyre ensure that your motor home is parked on a solid, level and non-slip surface. Engage first gear. Before lifting the motor home put on the handbrake and secure the vehicle from rolling away using the blocks. Never lift the vehicle using the levelling supports and do not insert the jack into the motor home section. Further information is given in the operating instructions of the manufacturer of the basic vehicle.
Wheels, tyres, brakes 04-8 4.9 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. In your own interests, you should have the brakes checked regularly by your Fiat or Peugeot repair shop.
Exterior Structure
05-1 Exterior Structure Chapter 5: Exterior Structure 5.
Exterior Structure T 600 FC Siesta T 600 GFLC Siesta T 600 GFS Siesta T 555 AK LC Siesta Storage flap (1) Toilet flap (2) Gas box flap (3) 05-2
05-3 Exterior Structure T 555 AK FS Siesta T 600 AK GFLC Siesta T 650 FLC Siesta T 650 GFLC Siesta Storage flap (1) Toilet flap (2) Gas box flap (3)
Exterior Structure T 650 AK FLC Siesta T 650 AK GFLC Siesta T 650 AK KLC Siesta Storage flap (1) Toilet flap (2) Gas box flap (3) 05-4
05-5 Exterior Structure 5.2 Ventilation The following applies for ventilation: Ventilation is important if you want to feel comfortable in your motor home. No-draught ventilation has been integrated above the driving unit in your motor home. The roof lights ensure ventilation. Never interfere with the way in which they operate. 2 1 Appropriate covers can be used to close the ventilation of the refrigerator, provided it does not run on gas. Never cover the safety ventilation, not even partially.
Exterior Structure 1 3 We recommend that you remove the ventilation grate if the outside temperature is very high. This allows more air to permeate to the refrigerator, intensifying refrigeration. Removing the ventilation grate • Depress the locking devices (3). • Carefully pull out the ventilation grate. Heating The heating system is supplied with fresh air from outside (1). This ventilation flap also permits exhaust air from the system to escape.
05-7 Exterior Structure 5.3 Opening and closing doors and flaps Keys to the vehicle The following keys are supplied with the motor home: - one master key - two keys for the following locks on the basic vehicle: - Driver’s and passenger door plus bonnet unlocking mechanism. Note the manufacturer‘s operating instructions for the basic vehicle. - two keys that fit the following locks on the structure: entrance door service flaps toilet flaps Entrance door external Opening • Use key to unlock door.
Exterior Structure Entrance door internal Opening • Push the bolt (1) down. This allows a door which has been locked from the outside to be opened from the inside. Closing • Pull the door shut until you hear it lock. Locking • Push the bolt up. The entrance door is your escape route in case of emergency. Never obstruct the door from the outside.
05-9 Exterior Structure To avoid damaging the lock and the doorframe, the inner door handle must be in a horizontal position and not slanted upwards. Remember that the entrance door is your escape route in an emergency. Never barricade the door from the outside! Luggage trunk flap Opening • Use key to unlock flap. • Place your hand over the lock and give the flap a strong push inwards. • Pull the flap up and secure with the arrestor hook. Closing • Lift the arrestor hook up and unlatch the flap.
Exterior Structure 2 1 3 1 2 Toilet flap Exterior gas supply Opening • Use key to unlock flap (1). • Press both buttons (1 and 2) and open flap. At the customer‘s request, the motor home can be fitted with an exterior gas supply (3). Equipment that uses gas, such as a gas grill or a gas lamp, can be supplied from outside the motor home. The exterior gas supply is located below the gas box flap (2). Closing • Press flap until it locks into place. • Use key to lock flap (1).
05-11 Exterior Structure 2 1 1 Fresh water filler neck Tank filler cap Opening • Use key to unlock (1). • Turn lid (2) firmly and remove. The tank filler cap is located behind the driver’s door in the lower section of the B-pillar behind a flap. Closing • Insert lid (2) and turn it closed. • Use key to lock (1). Opening • Pull the flap open by inserting your finger into the convex opening (1) and pulling it outwards. Closing • Push the flap until it locks.
Exterior Structure • Observe the maximum permissible axle loads when loading. • Add the measurements of the roof load to the height of the vehicle. • Place a note with the overall height in a visible position in the driver’s cabin to avoid having to calculate it when passing under bridges or through archways. Only transport roof loads using an additional, suitable roof rack. 5.4 Roof rail The following applies when loading the roof rail: • Only store light items of luggage on the roof.
05-13 Exterior Structure 5.5 Bicycle carrier The motor home’s handling when driving is significantly different when the bicycle carrier is in use. The driving speed should be adjusted accordingly to take this into consideration: • Even if loading is perfect the critical speed is dramatically reduced. • 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 provided.
Exterior Structure • The maximum load capacity is 130 kg. • Never exceed the permissible rear axle load. • The load carrier reduces the rear ramp angle of the vehicle. When driving over uneven surfaces the carrier can touch the ground. • When the load carrier is fully loaded the rear axle is subject to an additional load and the front axle is unloaded. This can result in significant changes in the motor home’s handling, steering and braking performance.
05-15 Exterior Structure Extending • Insert the hook on the crank into the grommet on the winding 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 crank clockwise until the awning has been extended to the desired position. • Remove the crank.
Exterior Structure
Interior Structure
06-1 Interior Structure Chapter 6: Interior Structure 6.1 Opening and closing doors and flaps Close all flaps and doors properly before driving. This avoids them opening accidentally while driving and objects falling out. Storage compartments Opening • Pull the handle until the flap is open. Closing • Press the flap handle until you feel the flap close firmly.
Interior Structure Furniture doors with handle Furniture doors with turning knob Bath room door Wardrobes • Push the handle to open and shut the door. • Turn the knob to open or shut the door.
06-3 Interior Structure Doors with snap locks Kitchen wall cupboards, shoe cupboard Opening • Briefly push the door handle until it snaps open. • Open the door. Closing • Push the door handle until the lock snaps into place.
Interior Structure Doors with push locks Sliding doors Refuse cupboard Cupboard under the bed, washroom door Opening • Depress the push lock until the knob pops out. • Carefully pull the knob and open the door. Opening • Grasp sliding doors by the centre bar and push them both outwards. Closing • Push the door closed using the knob. • Depress the push lock until the knob locks into place and the door is fastened.
06-5 Interior Structure 6.2 Media unit / TV holder Television holder for flat-screen monitor The media unit (only in the T 555 FS) is a revolving room divider which can be used both as a bar shelf and as a TV cupboard for a flat-screen television. To swivel the media unit pull the catch on the underneath. When the unit has been swivelled, press the catch again until it locks into place. 230 V power sockets and an aerial socket for the TV and/or receiver are located directly adjacent to the holder.
Interior Structure • Pull out the extension of the bed and place additional cushions along the outer wall. • Place the cusions from the seating arrangement on top and pull them together towards the middle of the table. • Fill the empty spaces with the backrests. To do this, turn the backrests around and place them with the wider side towards the front or back wall. 6.3 Seating chests and setting up beds (Siesta) The seating arrangements can be rearranged as comfortable beds for sleeping.
06-7 Interior Structure Seating chests and setting up beds (Van) The seating arrangements can be rearranged as comfortable beds for sleeping. Lift-off table construction Rearranging • Remove all cushions. • Pull the latch on the lift-off table up and loosen it. • Pull the latch on the lift-off table towards the interior of the motor home and lower the table. • Attach the supports to the additional wooden panel and hang it on the wall. When not in use, the additional wooden panel is kept in the wardrobe.
Interior Structure 6.4 Bunk beds/Alcoves Parents are responsible for ensuring that small children do not fall out of upper berths. If small children are in upper berths, the safety nets provided must be pulled up and fitted in the fixtures to prevent children from falling out. If you have put small children in the upper berths, secure them against the danger of falling out! The windows by the children’s beds are secured against unintentional opening to prevent children from falling out of them.
06-9 Interior Structure 6.5 Windows Knockout windows with locking hooks Opening • Press the knob of the bolts and turn them to a vertical position. • Press the window outwards until you hear a click. The window will automatically remain in this position. The width of the opening is adjustable in several stages. Closing • Raise the window slightly so that the hook unlocks. • Close the window. • Press the knob of the bolts and turn them to a horizontal position.
Interior Structure Opening the insect screen • Unlatch the connection flap of the insect screen from the catch and separate it from the one-handed operation. • Use the connection flap to draw the insect screen down and do not let it snap back. Skylight The skylight cannot be opened. It is fitted with an integral dimming shade which can be drawn as required by pulling it.
06-11 Interior Structure 1 2 6.6 Dimming system for driver's cabin 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 motor home, as otherwise it will be permanently damaged by the effects of heat and UV rays. The dimming system may never be used as a sunshade or closed while driving.
Interior Structure 6.7 Skylight Safety instructions • Never open the skylight in strong winds/rain/hail, etc. or if the temperature outside is below -20°C! • Remove snow, ice or excessive dirt before opening. Ensure there is sufficient room before opening the skylight under trees, in garages, etc. • Do not use force to open the roof skylight when covered by ice or snow as this could break the hinges and opening mechanism. • Do not stand on the skylight. • Close and bolt the skylight before driving.
06-13 Interior Structure Dimming shade Crank Midi Heki Pull the handle of the shade to any desired position or until the latch locks into the handle of the insect screen. Insect screen Push the clasp of the insect screen against the clasp of the shade until the latch locks into the clasp. Closing Mini Heki 400 x 400 mm • Release the crank from the locking position and close the skylight. The skylight is automatically locked when it has been fully closed.
Interior Structure 1 Round roof light To open: • Pull the lower end of all three locking mechanisms (1) towards the middle of the window and release them. • Push the full surface of the roof bonnet up until it locks into place. To close: • Close the roof bonnet. • Press the locking mechanisms (1) firmly until they lock into place. 6.8 Seats in the driver's cabin Please refer to the operating instructions of the basic vehicle for information on operating these.
06-15 Interior Structure Swivelling seats • Put the armrests up. • Move the seat to the middle position. • Release the lever to swivel the seat. The seat will be released from the locking position. • Push the seat belt buckle down to avoid damaging it. • Swivel the seat to the desired position. 6.9 Construction of the seats Cushion fastenings The seat and back cushions are held in place by an anti-slip mat. Ensure that the seat cushions and backrests are fastened securely and correctly.
Interior Structure 1 • Grasp the tongue and insert it in the lock of the seatbelt until you hear it snap shut. • Guide the upper part of the seatbelt over your shoulder and diagonally across your chest. • The lower part of the seatbelt fits across your hips. Unbuckling the seatbelt • Press the button on the lock of the seatbelt to unlock the tongue. 6.10 Seatbelts in the caravan The seats in the middle seating arrangement facing the direction of traffic have been fitted with seatbelts.
06-17 Interior Structure 6.
Interior Structure T 600 FC Siesta T 600 GFS Siesta T 600 GFLC Siesta T 555 AK LC Siesta 06-18
06-19 Interior Structure T 555 AK FS Siesta T 650 FLC Siesta T 600 AK GFLC Siesta T 650 GFLC Siesta
Interior Structure T 650 AK FLC Siesta T 650 AK GFLC Siesta T 650 AK KLC Siesta 06-20
06-21 Interior Structure 6.
Interior Structure T 600 FC Siesta T 555 FS Siesta Day position Night position 06-22
06-23 Interior Structure T 600 GFLC Siesta T 600 GFS Siesta Day position Night position
Interior Structure T 555 AK LC Siesta T 555 AK FS Siesta Day position Night position 06-24
06-25 Interior Structure T 600 AK GFLC Siesta T 650 FLC Siesta Day position Night position
Interior Structure T 650 GFLC Siesta T 650 AK FLC Siesta Day position Night position 06-26
06-27 Interior Structure T 650 AK GFLC Siesta T 650 AK KLC Siesta Day position Night position
Interior Structure
Electrical Installations
07-1 Electrical Installations Chapter 7: Electrical Installations 7.1 Safety instructions The following must be observed: • Do not remove the signs on electrical components giving safety instructions or danger warnings. • Do not use the installation compartments for the caravan battery, on-board control panel, battery charger and 230 V connector box as additional storage room. • Smoking and naked flame are forbidden when checking electrical equipment.
Electrical Installations Advice and instructions Important • Any changes to the electrical installations may only be carried out by a professional electrician. • Disconnect the battery and switch off the 230V mains before carrying out any maintenance work. Batteries • Please observe the battery manufacturer’s operating instructions. • The acid in the battery is poisonous and corrosive. Avoid contact with eyes and skin.
07-3 Electrical Installations 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Control panel (Van and Siesta) Description 1) Button for monitoring fresh water tank. 2) Button for monitoring consumer battery (B2). 3) Button for monitoring vehicle battery (B1). 4) LED indicates test in fresh water tank; flashing indicates empty tank. 5) LEDs signal level of fresh water tank. 6) LED indicates test in waste water tank; flashing indicates full tank.
Electrical Installations when it is red, it shows that an alarm has gone off (battery, tank, etc.). 7) Button to switch light on and off in the tent in front of the motor home (the light is automatically switched off when the motor is started). Control panel (Van Exclusive) Legend 1) Button to display inside and outside temperature. 2) Button to monitor ancillary and vehicle battery currents. 3) Button to display fresh water level [%] and to set up programmable parameters.
07-5 Electrical Installations switching the main switch on again. Programming settings The programming menu allows the following: setting the time; correcting the voltages of the consumer and ancillary batteries, and adjusting inside and outside temperatures. − Press Button 1) for more than 2 sec to access the programming menu. − Press Button 1) to select the relevant parameter. − Press Button 2) or 3) (arrow buttons) to alter the parameters.
Electrical Installations Distribution module “DS-300HB” 10 2 10 4 6 20 20 8 10 3 Fuses AUX B A 7 25 16 1 4 2 11 5 8 9 1 2 5 6 1 2 3 B 15 7 14 13 3 9 6 A 30 5 3 3 20 4 1 10 19A 16 1 12 1 18 19B 2 8 17 9 1 2 3 4 1 4 7 2 5 8 11 10 3 6 9 12 20 -B2 +B2 +B1 21 22 23 1) 10A fuse for supply of the front tent light 2) 10A fuse for supply of the water pump 3) 10A fuse for supply of the heating/boiler 4) 20A fuse for the lights 5) 20A fuse for th
07-7 Electrical Installations 7.3 Electric power supply Your motor home has the following connections for electric power supply: - electric mains (a.c. voltage 230 V) - caravan battery (d.c. voltage 12 V) Electric power supply from the electric mains The 230 V system is protected by a 2-pole circuit breaker with 16 A. The circuit breaker is located behind the driver‘s seat. Should there be a malfunction, the passenger circuit breaker opens the entire 230 V circuit.
Electrical Installations 1 2 Exterior socket Opening • Take hold of the bottom of the cover flap (1) and pull it upwards. Closing • Remove CEE plug (2). • Push cover flap (1) down until you hear it lock into place.
07-9 Electrical Installations 7.4 Function of the power generating unit The battery charger only works if the batteries have been inserted with their poles in the right direction. Position of the battery charger The charger is located under the passenger seat. Operation with 230V mains electricity As soon as a 230 V mains electricity connection has been made, and if the charger is turned on, the ancillary and motor batteries will be charged. This is shown on the control panel.
Electrical Installations Function of the battery charger Protecting the device If the battery charger should become hot because of high environmental temperatures or high charging currents, a built-in thermal switch turns off the battery charger until the temperature in the battery charger has dropped again. Check list • • • • Turn off the motor. Connect the battery charger to the mains supply. Switch on the 12V main switch. Turn off all equipment (also refrigerator) using 12V power.
07-11 Electrical Installations The voltage of the caravan battery must rise if - the engine speed is above the idling speed, - the vehicle‘s battery is not completely discharged. 7.
Electrical Installations Changing the battery • Please do not smoke when changing the battery. • Disconnect the connection to the 230 V network. • Before disconnecting or connecting the battery switch off all equipment using 12V power. • First, disconnect the negative (-) terminal. • Then disconnect the positive (+) terminal. • Remove the battery. • Insert the new battery. • Use the reverse sequence to connect the new battery. 1 7.
07-13 Electrical Installations 7.7 Subsequently installed devices 2 3 Battery charger with a distribution module The battery charger (3) and distribution module (2) with integrated fuses are located in front of the ancillary battery under the passenger’s seat. Subsequently installed electronic devices that can be used while driving (e.g.
Electrical Installations
Water
08-1 Water Chapter 8: Water 8.1 Water supply 2 The water supply system corresponds to the current status of technology as per 10/2007 [Directive 2002/72/EC]. The motor home is equipped with a fixed fresh water tank. An electric water pump pumps the water to the individual water outlets. When a tap is turned on the pump is automatically activated and pumps water to the relevant outlet. The waste water tank collects the dirty waste water.
Water 2 1 1 Emptying the fresh water tank • The drain valve (1) is located in the seating arrangement on the exterior wall next to the fresh water tank. Emptying the waste water tank • Use the support located underneath the vehicle to empty the waste water tank. Unscrew the cap (1), pull out the slide valve (2) and allow the waste water to drain out at disposal point. • When the waste water has drained out completely push the slide valve back in and screw the cap back on.
08-3 Water Electric heating of the waste water tank The waste water tank is equipped with a heating unit (approx. 40 W) which prevents the waste water from freezing if the temperature drops slightly below freezing. Following activation of the waste water heating unit from the control panel it begins operation once the temperature of the waste water falls below approx. 8°C. d a small quantity of antifreeze agent (e.g.
Water 8.3 Flushing toilet Preparing the toilet • Open the Thetford door (see 5.1) and pull the holding bar up to remove the waste tank. The waste tank can only be removed when the drain valve is closed. • Pull out the tank as far as possible, keeping it level. • Slightly tip the waste tank and then pull it out completely. • Place it in an upright vertical position. • Turn the drain nozzle to an upward position. Use toilet fluids very sparingly.
08-5 Water Never fill toilet fluids directly into the toilet bowl. • Push the waste tank back into position. • Ensure that the holding bar secures the waste tank. • Close the service flap. Using the toilet • Turn the toilet bowl to a comfortable position. • Fill the toilet bowl with a small amount of water by pressing the flush button or by opening the drain valve by pulling the valve handle under the toilet bowl towards you. • Use the toilet.
Water 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 2 litres, representing approx. 5 flushes. • Open the toilet flap and pull the holding bar up to remove the waste tank. The waste tank can only be removed when the drain valve is closed.
08-7 Water 1 2 Water connection for external shower (special request) Opening • Push the cover (1) up to gain access to the water connection. Closing • Remove the external shower’s hose from the connection point (2) and attach the protective cover. • Push the cover down.
Water
Gas
09-1 Gas Chapter 9: Gas 9.1 General safety rules when using LPG fittings Checking the gas fittings • Before initial operation have the LPG fittings checked by an expert. • 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). • The regulator and waste gas pipes must also be checked.
Gas Regulators and valves Before initial operation • Pressure governors must have a fixed pressure of 30 mbar. The regulations of EN 12864, Appendix D apply accordingly. The pressure governors must have a minimum flow rate of 1.2 hx/h. • Attach the high-pressure hose on the bottle carefully by hand (note: left-handed thread). Do not use spanners, pliers or similar tools. • If the temperature is below 5°C use the de-frosting facility (ice-ex) for regulators.
09-3 Gas 9.2 Gas supply The motor home 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 - Oven - Possibly special accessories Gas bottle cabinet Depending on the model access to the gas bottle cabinet is either via the rear storage compartment or separately in the side wall.
Gas 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 (unless the heating is being used while driving). • Pull any loose straps tight. • The high-pressure hose to the cylinders must be checked for leaks using the leak detector every time a cylinder is changed. • The gas bottle cabinet is not suitable for storing additional items.
09-5 Gas 9.3 Heating The LPG heating system in your motor home has been designed to allow operation while driving. The requirements of EU Guideline 2001/56/EC for heating devices have been fulfilled so that LPG cannot escape involuntarily if there is an accident. The combined LPG heating consists of a warm air heater with an integrated hot water boiler (capacity: 10 l). The heating system is fully operational with or without the hot water system.
Gas k Combi 5 9 4 a g, h b 7 3 25 60° 3 1 1 40° c 60° f d e c) Summer operation (Water temperature 40°C or 60°C) d) Winter operation (Heating without regulated water temperature or with drained water system) e) Winter operation (Heating with regulated water temperature) f) Rotary switch “OFF” g) Yellow LED lights up: “BOILER HEAT-UP PHASE” h) Red LED lights up, red LED flashes “MALFUNCTION”: carefully clean the heater’s rotary switch with a brush.
Gas 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. 60° a g, h b 7 3 25 If the temperature of the safety/drain valve is lower than approx. 3°C, the push button will be ejected (Position n) and the contents of the boiler will be drained off via the drain outlet (o).
Gas revert back to the lowest setting and heat the water in the boiler to 60° C. The yellow LED (g) will go out when the water temperature has been reached. Combi 5 9 4 a g, h b 7 3 25 60° 3 1 1 40° c 60° f d e Winter operation Heating with regulated water temperature • Set the rotary switch to operating position (e). • Turn the rotary button (a) to the desired thermostat setting (1-5).
09-9 Gas Heating with drained water system • Set the rotary switch to operating position (d). • Turn the rotary button (a) to the desired thermostat setting (1-5). The green LED (b) for operation lights up and simultaneously displays the setting for the room temperature selected. The yellow LED (g) only lights up if the temperature of the device is below 5°C. The device will automatically select the performance level required.
Gas At temperatures below approx. 7°C turn on the heating first in order to warm up the installation area and the FrostControl on the drain valve. After a few minutes, when the temperature on the FrostControl is above 7°C, the drain valve can be closed. Draining the boiler • Turn off the 12V power supply at the control panel. • Turn on the hot water taps.
09-11 Gas • The refrigerator runs without a thermostatic control (continuous operation). 12 V operation should, therefore, only serve to maintain a temperature which has already been achieved. • To turn the refrigerator off turn the energy selector switch to the O position. 230 V operation • Turn the energy selector switch to mains. • Set the temperature using the thermostat. • To turn the refrigerator off turn the energy selector switch to the O position.
Gas Never use the cooker or other devices extracting combustion 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 could be generated. Do not operate the cooker when the glass covering is closed. 9.5 Gas cooker The kitchen in the motor home is equipped with a gas cooker with three burners. Before initial operation • Open the bottle valve and the quick-action stop valve in the gas pipe.
09-13 Gas 1 • To turn off the gas flame, turn the rotary switch back to the “0” position • Close the main gas stop valve on the gas cooker. Use oven gloves or potholders when handling hot pots, pans or similar objects. You may be burned! 2 Operation • Open the tinted glass covering (1). • Turn the rotary switch (2) of the burner you wish to use to the ignition position (large flame) and press. • Ignite the burner with a gas lighter or a match or cigarette lighter.
Gas • The oven door must remain open during the ignition process. • If there is no ignition repeat the procedure from the beginning. • In the event the pilot light is extinguished by mistake set the rotary switch to the “0” position and leave the pilot light out for at least one minute before reigniting it. • Never operate the oven when it is empty (no food inside). • Never use the grill (special accessory) for longer than 25 minutes. • Never use the oven to heat the motor home.
Maintenance and Care
10-1 Maintenance and Care Chapter 10: Maintenance and Care 10.1 Maintenance Maintenance intervals There are stipulated maintenance intervals for the motor home and its equipment. Also note the maintenance intervals for the basic Ford vehicle. The following applies for maintenance intervals: • Have the first maintenance carried out by a HOBBY dealer 12 months after the vehicle was first registered. • All further maintenance should be carried out once a year by a HOBBY dealer.
Maintenance and Care 10.3 Care Cleaning the exterior The vehicle should not be washed more often than necessary. Wash the vehicle only in places provided for this purpose. Using cleaning materials sparingly. Aggressive cleansers, such as wheel rim cleaners, damage the environment. Only wash the vehicle at sites designated for this purpose. Avoid direct exposure to sunlight and adhere to environmental protection measures. Do not use cleaning agents containing solvents.
10-3 Maintenance and Care The following applies when waxing the surfaces: • The varnished surfaces should be treated occasionally with wax. Follow the application instructions given by the wax manufacturers. The following applies for damages: • Repair damages immediately to avoid further damages due to corrosion. Ask your HOBBY dealer for assistance.
Maintenance and Care • If necessary, wash them carefully using the foam from mildaction detergent. The following applies for carpeted floors: • Clean with a hoover or brush. • If necessary, treat with carpet shampoo or a shampooing machine. The following applies for furniture surfaces: • Clean the surface of wooden furniture with a damp cloth or sponge. • Rub dry with a dust-free cloth. • Use mild furniture polish. Accessories The following applies for their care: • Clean plastic parts (e.g.
10-5 Maintenance and Care 10.4 Winter operation Winterizing your vehicle Preparations In general: • Only leave your motor home in a closed space if it is dry and easy to air. Otherwise, it is better to leave your motor home in the open. Thanks to the overall vehicle design your motor home is suitable for winter operation to a limited extent. For real winter use we recommend making improvements to your motor home in accordance with your personal taste. Your dealer will be happy to advise you.
Maintenance and Care 10-6 • Protect the metal parts of the underbody against rust with a wax preservative. • To care for the wheels, jack up the vehicle or move it from one spot to another every two months. • Use a tarpaulin, leaving space between it and the vehicle to ensure sufficient airing. • Leave the compulsory ventilation open. • Air your motor home thoroughly every three to four weeks. • Check the antifreezer in the cooling circuit, refilling if necessary.
10-7 Maintenance and Care • Store waste water outside of the vehicle • Leave the waste water tank drain outlet open. If, despite this, condensation should build up somewhere, simply wipe it away. 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). Wash the vehicle only in places provided for this purpose. Using cleaning materials sparingly.
Maintenance and Care
Sanitation and Environmental Protection
11-1 Sanitation and Environmental Protection Chapter 11: Sanitation and Environmental Protection 11.1 The environment and traveling Environmentally fair use It is only natural that owners of motor homes and caravans have a special responsibility for the environment. Always use your vehicle in an environmentally friendly way. The following applies for environmentally fair use: • When spending longer periods in towns and cities ask about specially designated campsites for motor homes and use them.
Sanitation and Environmental Protection 11-2 The following applies for waste water: • Collect waste water on board only in built-in waste water tanks or, if necessary, in suitable containers! • Never empty waste water in open spaces or down manholes! Generally, the public waste water system does not run through clarification plants. • 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.
11-3 Sanitation and Environmental Protection Sanitation • Never allow the waste tank to become too full. Empty the tank immediately as soon as the level indicator lights up. • Never empty wastes down manholes! Generally, the public waste water system does not run through clarification plants. Empty the waste tank in special places for sanitary disposal, but never in open spaces! The following applies for waste: • Separate your waste and put appropriate materials in the recycling bins.
Sanitation and Environmental Protection 11.2 Returning the vehicle If you should ever have to give up your motor home 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 motor home will be taken back free of charge by any Ford dealer and expertly recycled.
Technical Data
12-1 Technical Data Chapter 12: Technical Data 12.1 Weights according to 92/21/EWG Model Series Weight of basic vehicle Driver Diesel Basic [kg] equipment Mass when Techn. perm.
Technical Data 12-2 12.2 Inflation pressures Tyres Tyre pressure (bar) Basis Michelin XC Camping 215/75 R 16 C front: 3,5 rear: 5,5 FORD other tyre manufacturers* 185/75 R 16 C front: 4,7 rear: 3,5 FORD 215/75 R 16 C front: 3,5 rear: 4,75 FORD * These tyre inflation pressures are only valid for standard tyres by alternative manufacturers (e.g. Continental, Goodyear, etc.
12-3 Technical Data 12.3 Tyres and rims for basic motor home vehicles Basic model with steel rims Hobby Model Series Techn. perm. overall weight [kg] Perm.
Technical Data Tyres and rims for loaded motor homes Basic model with steel rims Hobby Model Series Techn. perm. overall weight [kg] Perm.
12-5 Technical Data 12.
Technical Data Object Weight [kg] Seat covers for driver’s and passenger’s seats Skylight driving cab Skylight Midi Light 700 x 500 instead of Mini Light 400 x 400 Solar system with 2 modules, each 55 W Sun awning Omnistor, 300 x 250 cm Sun awning Omnistor, 350 x 250 cm Sun awning Omnistor, 400 x 250 cm Sun awning Omnistor, 450 x 275 cm Sun awning, fully integrated, 300 x 250 Sun awning, fully integrated, 350 x 250 TELECO satellite system Magicsat 65 cm TELECO satellite system Magicsat 85 cm Tow bar coup
Index
Ix-1 Index Index A Accessories Care 10-4 Airing 10-1 Auxiliary battery 07-11, 07-12 break down of equipment 07-12 changing 07-12 characteristics 07-11 location 07-11 B Bends 02-7 preserving tyres 04-1 in reverse 02-6 Bicycle carrier 05-13 Brakes 02-6, 04-8 C Care 10-2 of Accessories 10-4 of Carpets 10-4 of Furniture surfaces 10-4 of Seat and cushion covers, curtains 10-3 of Toilet 10-4 of Windows and doors 10-3 Charger location 07-9 Charging procedure 07-9 protecting equipment 07-10 protection agai
Index M Mains connection 07-7 Maintenance brake systems 04-8 intervals 10-1 Manoeuvring 02-6 Media unit 06-5 O Operation of the cooker 09-12 P Power generating unit 07-9 Protection against total discharge 07-9 R Reduction of load capacity 03-3 Refrigerator 09-10 12V operation 09-10 230V operation 09-11 driving round bends 02-7 gas operation 09-11 locking door 09-11 operating modes 09-10 ventilation 05-5 winter operation 05-5 Resin stains 10-3 Reversing 02-6 Roof load 02-6 Roof railing 05-12 S Seatbelts
Appendix
Ah-1 Appendix Calculating masses for HOBBY motor homes The following table enables you to calculate the mass of your own motor home on the basis of the mass data given in this manual. This calculation must always result in a positive remaining load in order to fulfil current legal requirements.
Appendix Ah-2 Model: Technically permissible overall mass: Mass when the vehicle is ready to start (incl. gas, water, electricity, driver and fuel): - Conventional load (no. of seats [excl. driver] x 75 kg: - Additional equipment: 1.) - 2.) - 3.) - 4.) - 5.) - 6.) - 7.) - 8.) - 9.) - 10.) - 11.) - 12.) - 13.) - 14.) - 15.) - Personal luggage = (10 x N) + (10 x L): - N - Total number of seats (incl.
