Frankia 2014 Frankia Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating instructions

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motorhomes

from model year 2014

FRANKIA GP GmbH

Bernecker Strasse 12

D-95509 Marktschorgast

Phone: 09227 / 738-0 e-mail: info@frankia.de Fax: 09227 / 738-33 Internet: www.frankia.de

Edition I

Dear FRANKIA customer,

Congratulations on your new FRANKIA motorhome.

It was a good decision to buy a new motorhome. Your new vehicle is a nice FRANKIA motorhome with great technology, comfort and equipment. Soon you will see how much joy it is to travel with a FRANKIA. You will be independent and free. Every day you can choose your destination and stay. We thank you for the confidence that you put in our company.

Your FRANKIA is built on an IVECO, FIAT or MERCEDES chassis. For detailed technical information you have received the separate operating instructions for the following appliances: Chassis, refrigerator, hob, heating, current supply panel, radio, TV, telephone, alarm system, generator, etc.

Before starting your journey we ask you kindly to read these operating instructions. You will get important information for your motorhome operation so that you can use all technical advantages of your FRANKIA. Furthermore, you will find helpful information for service and care of your FRANKIA for its roadworthiness and operational safety. To make reading easier we have used the following symbols:

Warning

Here you will find safety regulations that will help avoid injury to persons.

Attention

Here you will find safety regulations that will help avoid material damage.

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Here you will find general information and references.

This operating manual is subject to changes due to technical progress or to modified regulations. This operating manual has been carefully put together. Nevertheless all information is supplied without liability.

On behalf of all the FRANKIA-staff we wish you nice journeys and restful holidays.

Your FRANKIA-Team

Contents

CONTENTS

1. BEGINNING OF THE JOURNEY AND THE JOURNEY

1.1 Payload 4

1.2 Before the journey 5

1.3 Driving 6

1.4 Parking 8

1.5 Spending the night in your motorhome 9

1.6 Sleeping 10

2. AIRING

2.1 Roof lids 17

2.2 Midi-Heki, Heki III 18

2.3 Windows 18

2.4 Body door 19

3. GAS SYSTEM

3.1 General 20

3.2 Gas bottles 20

3.3 Gas hob 22

3.4 Heating - warm water 22

3.5 Gas supply 23

3.6 Refrigerator 26

4. ELECTRIC SYSTEM

4.1 General 29

4.2 Current supply panel 35

4.3 Fuses 12 Volt 37

4.4 Inverter 39

4.5 Generator 40

5. SANITATION FACILITIES

5.1 Central services unit 41

5.2 Fresh water and sewage 43

5.3 Washing room 45

5.4 Thetford toilet 46

5.5 Dejection tank 46

6. DIVERSE

6.1 Electric step 48

6.2 Electric mirrors 49

6.3 Heating 50

6.4 Tables 52

6.5 TV-cupboard 54

6.6 Sun blinds 57

6.7 Electric beds 60

Contents

6.8 Rear garages 62

6.9 1 person safety belt system 64

6.10 Back-up aid 64

6.11 Diverse 65

7. SERVICE AND CARE 67

8. WINTER

8.1 Winter holiday 71

8.2 Living in your motorhome in the winter 72

8.3 Immobilization 73

8.4 Antifreeze 74

9. FAULTS

9.1 Electric system 75

9.2 Gas system 77

9.3 Fresh water system 77

9.4 Sewage 78

9.5 Toilet tank 78

9.6 Heating 79

9.7 Electric front bed 80

9.8 Height adjustable bed above seating group 80

9.9 Vehicle 80

10. IMPORTANT TO KNOW 86

11. FRANKIA-DEALERS 87

11.1 Germany

11.2 Europe

11.3 Service partners

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1. BEGINNING OF THE JOURNEY AND THE

JOURNEY

1.1 The payload

Your motorhome has plenty of loading space. Therefore, please pay attention to the positioning of your things in your motorhome so that it will have good roadholding.

The FRANKIA double floor offers an additional loading space. Some of this loading space is accessible from the inside and the outside.

Do not forget to take some tools, reserve lamps, fuses and wheel chocks with you. These things can be very helpful during your journey.

Loading of the motorhome

Your motorhome has plenty of loading space with outside lockers (depending on the model). Please note that you can divide your loading space in the double floor with wood partition walls if you wish.

Please note the following points:

Heavy objects should be loaded near to the bottom

and directly beside one of, or better between, the axles. If you have heavy loads try to distribute them equally to the left and the right side of the motorhome. This will stabilize the vehicle handling, and loading near the axles will reduce rolling and pitching of the vehicle body. Please only put light objects into the upper storage spaces.

Warning

Because of the high centre of gravity a heavy roof load can have an unfavourable effect on the vehicle handling. Make sure to secure the roof load with straps. Wedge tight your luggage so that nothing can move. Loose objects could damage the motorhome body. Please make sure that nothing can clatter or slide in the lockers.

Please do not put heavy objects in lockers that open in or against the driving direction. The locker doors must be locked during the journey. Make sure that everything is put away in lockers, drawers and other storage spaces. In case of a full braking or an accident loose objects can become dangerous missiles and seriously injure the passengers.

The maximum authorized weight and the maximum authorized axle weight (weight of front axle and rear axle) should not be exceeded.

Please note that the installation of additional special equipment will reduce the standard payload.

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- Before using your motorhome for the first time we recommend to weigh your motorhome with full tanks on a calibrated vehicle scale so that you can establish your personal payload for your motorhome.

this means maximum authorized weight ./. empty weight of your motorhome ./. weight of all passengers ____________________________________

= payload for your luggage

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If you overload your motorhome, it is possible that you may have to pay a fine and overloading can damage the axles and wheels.

Please note the following points for the loading:

The inside of your motorhome should be in good order and safely packed so that you will not encounter a problem if you have to brake suddenly.

Please pay attention to the following points:

∗ sliding doors ∗ contents in the cupboards ∗ working board on the kitchen sink unit ∗ loose objects on tables and shelves ∗ travel utensils in the bathroom ∗ table / table top ∗ TV-cupboard

Secure loose objects e.g. with towels. This also prevents rattling noise.

1.2 Before the journey

∗ Adjust the exterior mirrors ∗ Open the blackout roller blinds (for the front windscreen and the driver and passenger

windows) completely and attach them

∗ Check if the outside locker doors, especially the rear locker door are really interlocked and

not only ajar. If the large lateral locker doors of the rear garage are not closed correctly, a warning light on the dashboard will light up.

∗ Lock the body door ∗ Manually retract the steps, if they do not retract automatically and the warning light on the

dashboard lights up.

∗ Put the refrigerator on 12 V position (only works when the engine is running - depending

on the refrigerator model)

∗ Remove the 230 V cable from the exterior socket ∗ Close all doors and lockers and fasten the refrigerator door ∗ Turn off all gas appliances, as gas hob, refrigerator, boiler and close the gas bottles

(except in Germany)

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∗ Lock the TV cupboard

∗ Fasten the table / table top ∗ Wind up the rear supports ∗ Put the soap dispenser and the toothmugs into the bathroom cupboard

Please check all of these things thoroughly before starting your journey so that you will have a good and safe trip.

1.3 Driving

You need to drive a motorhome as all other cars with caution and appropriate speed. Please always pay attention to the dimensions of your vehicle.

ALWAYS PAY ATTENTION TO THE DIMENSIONS

(LENGTH - WIDTH - HEIGHT) OF YOUR MOTORHOME!

Warning

!! Attention: Look out for service station roofs, rocks, branches, etc.

Further, please pay attention to the special regulations in foreign countries (for example to carry along the safety vest or the rear warning signal in Italy for a projecting bike rack). With a loaded motorhome you need to drive differently as you would with an empty motorhome.

Please note the following points:

∗ longer braking distance ∗ different handling on gradients and slopes ∗ headwinds can have an influence on the speed ∗ higher crosswind-sensitivity on bridges, when leaving a tunnel and when overtaking a

truck

∗ different vehicle handling in bends due to the height and weight ∗ larger vehicle-dimensions: length, width, height (approx. 3 m) ∗ small bridges, narrow streets, low passages, low service station roofs, etc. ∗ limited visibility when you are reversing ∗ correct adjustment of the mirrors

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Warning

!!! Attention:

The driver is responsible for all passengers using the available seat belts. When driving, the pilot seats in the living room (option) may only be used in driving direction. All seats without seat belts are not allowed to be used during driving. It is forbidden that people are in the alcove during the journey. It is best to pack all loose things safely in your motorhome because they can become dangerous missiles in the case of an impact or when making an emergency stop.

Warning

Attention

You have the possibility to turn the driver seats in the direction of the living area. You may only turn the seats when the motorhome is not driven and in a secured position. With motorhomes on IVECO chassis, the driver seats have to be locked in driving direction before starting your journey. Otherwise, a red warning light will flash on the dashboard.

Please turn off all gas appliances at the service station.

Attention

Please adapt your speed when driving on bad roads.

Compared to a car your vehicle has a long rear overhang (= the distance between the rear axle and the rear end), which can swing out in narrow curves and touch the road when the road condition is bad (e.g. deep bumps). Therefore please drive with caution in narrow curves (for example when entering or leaving a parking space) or on rough roads.

Because of its height a motorhome is very sensitive to cross wind. Please drive with caution when there is cross wind.

Attention

Too low tyre pressure can cause excessive tyre wear or can lead to bursting of the tyre when driving a fully loaded motorhome. Therefore, please check the tyre pressure regularly. For Fiat motorhomes the correct tyre pressure is indicated in the enclosed ALKO manual and for Iveco and Mercedes motorhomes in the respective manual.

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1.4 Parking

Select a gear (if you have an automatic transmission, please put the gear shift in "P" position) and put the hand brake on. Please don't forget to change your refrigerator to gas or 240 V because the 12 V supply will be automatically switched off.

You should park your motorhome horizontally so that sewage can flow unhindered out of the shower or sink unit. Wheel chocks can be very helpful.

When you are using the awning of your motorhome, you should secure it to the ground with an additional fastener because a gust of wind can make your awning go up and cause expensive damage to your vehicle.

Your motorhome has rear supports but do not use them for wheel changes.

Attention

For motorhomes with rear axle air suspension: Always lower the motorhome completely with the air suspension before using the rear supports. Otherwise the supports and the motorhome bottom can be damaged. Please find more information about the air suspension in the operating instructions of the respective manufacturer.

Please note the following advice:

When your rear supports are down we suggest to put the hand crank to your steering wheel because then you will be reminded of it before starting your journey.

In summer please park your motorhome so that the sun cannot blaze down onto the ventilation slots of your refrigerator. This will make your refrigerator work better. When parking your motorhome on a public road in built-up areas at night, please remember to use the "red/white night park signs" which must be on your motorhome (only for motorhomes over 3,5 tons).

Before leaving a campsite please check that you have not caused any damage and left no refuse. The important characteristics of a camper are discretion and environmental awareness.

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1.5 Spending the night in your motorhome

In the following table please find the regulations of some European countries: (subject to change)

Country

Belgium

Camp sites in all regions, especially near the coast, few motorhome parking spaces, outside of campsites and motorhome parking spaces only at motorway rest areas (max. one night).

Denmark

Dense network of campsites, not motorhome parking space, Quick-Stop spaces in front of many campsites, overnight stay prohibited outside campsites

Germany

Dense network of campsites and motorhome parking spaces, One overnight stay outside of campsites and motorhome parking spaces is permitted in order to recreate driving fitness, pay attention to regional and local restrictions.

France

Dense network of campsites and motorhome parking spaces, pay attention to local restrictions regarding overnight stay outside of campsites and motorhome parking spaces.

Greece

Numerous campsites, especially near the coast, very few motorhome parking spaces. Overnight stay prohibited outside campsites.

Dense network of campsites, no motorhome parking spaces. Pay attention to local restrictions regarding overnight stay outside of campsites.

Italy

Dense network of campsites and motorhome parking spaces, especially in the north and centre of Italy. One overnight stay outside of campsites and motorhome parking spaces is permitted, pay attention to regional and local restrictions.

Croatia

Dense network of campsites near the coast, few motorhome parking spaces, Overnight stay outside of campsites and motorhome parking spaces prohibited, also on private property.

Luxemburg

Dense network of campsites, no motorhome parking spaces, overnight stay outside of campsites and motorhome parking spaces prohibited.

Netherlands

Dense network of campsites, many camping possibilities on farms, few motorhome parking spaces. Overnight stay outside of campsites and motorhome parking spaces prohibited.

Norway

Dense network of campsites, especially in the south, very few motorhome parking spaces, pay attention to local restrictions regarding overnight stay outside of campsites and motorhome parking spaces.

Austria

Widespread network of campsites in all regions, overnight stay outside of campsites and motorhome parking spaces prohibited.

Sweden

Dense network of campsites in the south and centre, very few motorhome parking spaces, pay attention to local restrictions regarding overnight stay outside of campsites and motorhome parking spaces.

Switzerland

Widespread network of campsites, motorhome parking spaces in all regions, overnight stay outside of campsites and motorhome parking spaces prohibited.

Spain

Dense network of campsites, few motorhome parking spaces, b pay attention to local restrictions regarding overnight stay outside of campsites and motorhome parking spaces.

On private property please always ask for the permission of the landlord.

Source: Promobil from May 2012

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1.6 Sleeping

You can use your alcove bed

immediately. You can fold up your alcove bed so that you have easier access to the driver’s cab and have better visibility. Please note that you can leave the alcove bed folded up during the journey too.

The front bed in A-class models

can be folded down. Put your seat backrests to the front to get the maximum height on your lifting bed. Please swivel the driver’s seat slightly to the outside so that the backrest does not touch the steering wheel.

Please note that you can keep your bed linen in the bed, but do not forget to secure the bed with the belt when it is folded up!!!

Attention

Do not use the folded up front bed to store things. Only the bed linens for two persons may remain on the bed.

The Duo Beds (= option)

The Frankia Duo Beds for Coachbuilt or A-Class motorhomes have a double use: They can be used either longways or as a big crosswise double bed of approx. 2 m x 2 m.

Attention

The pulled out duo bed may only be used when the support feet are hinged down.

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A-class motorhomes:

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Move the table into the driver’s cab (see chapter

“table”).

• Release the bed extension by turning the rotary

knob A.

• Lower the electric bed. The switch can be found

next to the panel above the body door.

• Hold the grips on the bed foot and pull out the

bed as far as possible. Lock the bed by turning the rotary knob A.

• Press strong on the release button B of the

articulation before pivoting down the support feet.

• You can adjust the height of the support feet

by turning the milled screw

• Do the same manipulation for the second

foot.

• Afterwards you can lower the bed

completely.

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• Hang in the ladder between the two beds.

• For the re-conversion follow the reversed

order.

• Push the additional mattress as far as possible

to the front so that the bed can completely swung up.

• After lifting the bed please always lock the

bed extension.

Conversion of the FF2, FF2G, FF4 and A 50 Plus round seating group to a bed

In the FF2 and FF2G models the round seating group can easily be turned into two single beds. With the help of a strap (installed in the middle) the backrests can be moved up so that the complete seating bench can be used to lie on.

In addition, the gap between the two single beds can be closed by lowering the table and folding out of the seating bench tops. After putting on the rear backrest upholstery and the auxiliary upholstery, you have a large bed surface over almost the total motorhome width

In the models FF4 and A 50 Plus, the 4 backrest upholstery cushions are used for this conversion.

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Height adjustable bed above seating group

With some floor plans, there is an electrically adjustable bed above the seating group. The bed is secured with a strap. When the security strap is locked in, there is no electricity in the operating panel. By pressing the red button on the security strap the lock is unlocked. The operating panel is installed in the locker above the body door.

The operating panel is in energy saving mode. To activate, press the upper button „A“ for approx 6 seconds. The directional arrows „C“ light up. By pressing and keeping pressed of the respective button you can move the bed up and down respectively. To lower the bed, press the lower directional arrow „B“. The bed will move downwards as long as the button is pressed or until a pre-set position is reached.

Strap

Panel

4 positions of the bed are programmed by the manufacturer:

1) In the topmost position, the

mattress is only a few centimers below the ceiling.

2) If you would like to leave

your bedding on the bed during the day, only move the bed up to the 2

position.

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3) In position 3, sleeping is

possible on the upper bed as well as on the seating group converted to a bed.

4) If you would only like to

sleep on the height adjustable bed and not on the lower bed/seating group, you can lower the bed even further. In order to reach this position, you have to fold down the backrest upholstery.

Position 3

To move the bed up, push the upper directional arrow button.

Approx 20 sec. after the last push of a button on the panel, the control switches off.

For detailed information, please see the provided instruction manual from the manufacturer.

Attention

Make sure that no one is on or under the bed when moving it up or down.

Attention

When driving, the bed must be in the upper position and be secured with the security strap! The bed is only to be used when parked not when driven!

Attention

The max. combined load in all the upper cupboards below the bed may not exceed 30 kg.

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The control of the bed is fused via circuit 1, while there is a separate 30 A fuse for the motors in the additional distribution board near the electric block. (see also chapter 4)

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Ladder for height adjustable bed above seating group (depending on floor plan)

The ladder for the height adjustable bed above the seating group in the FF4 is stored on the rear cab wall behind the driver’s seat. The bed (no matter in which position) can be reached comfortably due to the extendable ladder beams. For this loosen the butterfly handles on the sides, extend as required equally on both sides and tighten the butterfly handles.

Fold-up steps for height adjustable bed above seating group (depending on floor plan)

If the height adjustable bed above seating group is in the lowest position, it can easily be reached via the fold-up steps.

Pull out the respective cupboard and fold out the lower step. For the re-conversion follow the reversed order. Please make sure that the lower step is completely folded up in order to avoid damage to the furniture. There is storage space underneath the upper step.

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Conversion of the seating group to a makeshift bed (option)

Makeshift bed

• Move the table to the driver’s cab / or lower the

table top respectively.

• Pull out the aluminium profiles to the right

length and hang them into the supports on the front of the seat bench.

• Fold the seat bench lids on both sides onto the

aluminium profiles.

• Place the upholstery onto the bed surface.

With A-class motorhomes you need to swivel the driver’s seat slightly outwards so that the backrest does not touch the steering wheel. Like that you can move even big tabletops completely into the driver’s cab and you can make your bed without any difficulties.

For motorhomes with a safety belt on the side seating bench, an additional upholstery piece is included which can be put on the aluminium profiles instead of the backrest upholstery which is not detachable in this case.

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Chapter 2 - Airing

2. AIRING

2.1 Roof lids

Your motorhome has roof lids which can be used for airing and darkening. Please press the release button and move the bow up for opening the roof lid. You can lock your roof lid into different positions. If the motorhome is exposed to intense sunlight, it is not recommended to close the black out blinds and plissé-curtains completely, but only to 2 thirds. The glass has to be put in the position “continuous aeration” to avoid overheating damages.

You can open your roof lid completely or partly as you wish.

The roof lids have a flow-through ventilation, as it is stipulated by law. During the journey the roof lids must be closed.

You will get the optimum airing when you open the roof lid in the kitchen together with your kitchen window.

By opening the roof lid in the washing room you can avoid your mirrors getting steamed up.

Roof lid with ventilator

„Omnivent“ roof lids with ventilator can be opened by turning the knob „A“ in the shown direction. Via the control panel „B“ you can switch on/off the ventialtor and choose if the air shall be blown in or out. Red LEDs indicate the current mode.

The „Fiamma“ roof lids with ventilator can also be opened by turning the knob. With the rocker switch the turning direction of the ventilator is controlled.

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2.2 Midi-Heki, Heki III

You will find all important information in the operating instructions from Seitz.

Heki III rooflight

The Heki 3 can be opened with a crank handle up to an angle of 70°. To fully close it, make 2 -3 extra turns after the glass touches the roof. The lights can be operated by a switch at the entrance.

Attention

During the journey the Heki III rooflight has to be kept closed.

For further information about the Heki III please refer to the Seitz operating instructions.

2.3 Windows

Your FRANKIA motorhome has combined roller blinds. This means that you have darkening roller blinds for the night and aeration with or without insect meshes.

Please note that your darkening roller blind is not a sun protection roller blind. When the motorhome is exposed to intense sunlight, it is not recommended to have the black out blinds closed over a long period, because the material of the blinds could be damaged.

For opening the window please press the safety button and turn the locks to the side. You can connect the insect meshes with the darkening roller blind and move them up or down together.

Attention

Do not drive with opened hinged windows!

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2.4 Body door

You can open the body door by turning the key to the left until it stops. Then pull on the door handle and the door will open. Before removing the key, turn the key cylinder upright. To close the door from the inside press down the locking lever. It is recommended for your safety to lock the body door during the journey when people are inside the living area.

Attention

Please watch out that the way to the door is not blocked when you are inside your motorhome, especially at night (escape route).

Rubbish bin

The rubbish bin is integrated in the body door.

Open up the wooden lid.

Put the rubbish bag onto the frame

Put the frame with the rubbish bag back into the rubbish bin.

Please note the following points regarding the airing:

Warning

A motorhome contains only a few cubic metres of air, isolated from the outside by the isolated walls and the rubber seals of the windows. The air exchange through the flow-through ventilations of roof lids and windows is not enough to cover the passengers’ need for oxygene. If the gas hob is also in use, the oxygene will become short very soon and there is danger of suffocation!

If you do not let enough fresh air into your motorhome, you risk other problems: high humidity and condensation caused by body transpiration, wet clothes and condensed air from showering or cooking. To avoid these problems please pay attention to the following points:

While you live in the motorhome and the outside temperature is agreeable: Make sure there is permanent exchange of air by airing the motorhome (opened windows and/or roof lids).

In the winter you should let fresh air into the motorhome several times a day.

Keep clear the ventilation slots of the storage spaces.

Make sure there is sufficient air exchange also during the night (for example open a roof lid). The more persons are sleeping in the motorhome, the more airing is needed.

An immobilized motorhome also needs airing from time to time to avoid condensation.

Please note that the surplus of humidity will condense on cold things first in your motorhome. Therefore, please remove the condensation from the windows and if you have a coachbuilt model then remove the condensation from the front and the corners of the alcove too.

Chapter 3 – Gas system

3. GAS SYSTEM

3.1 General

The gas system in your motorhome supplies your refrigerator, your heating with the boiler and the cooker. These three appliances are connected with the gas bottles. You can fill your gas system with propane gas and butane gas. Please note that you can use butane gas only when the temperature is above + 2° C. The operating pressure is 30 mbar. Before driving to a foreign country please always check if you can use your gas supply there. In some countries you cannot change your gas bottles when they are empty. You have to refill them. Therefore, remember that you need an adapter for this. Further, before driving to a foreign country please check if you can drive with an opened gas bottle because in some countries it is allowed, for example in Germany, and in other countries it is not allowed, for example in France. In Germany a recognized expert must check your gas system every two years.

If the optionally available gas tank is installed in your motorhome, please adhere to the operating instructions of the respective manufacturer.

3.2 Gas bottles

Please always secure your gas bottles well in your loading space with a strap. You change a gas bottle as follows:

1. Switch off all gas appliances

2. Close the gas bottle valve

3. Remove the union nut from the pressure reducing valve ATTENTION ==> left-handed thread

4. Replace the empty gas bottle with the full gas bottle

5. Connect the gas system with the gas bottle

6. Screw on the union nut of the pressure regulator by hand

Please note that the valve always has to be secured with the protecting cap when your gas bottle isn't connected. Always keep clear the ventilation slots in the bottom of the gas bottle locker.

Placing into operation of a new gas bottle

If necessary, please open the remote switch of the gas bottle

1) Open the valve of the bottle

2) Strongly push the hose burst safety valve (green button) on the high pressure hose.

3) After an accident or faulty activation, push the green reset button on the MonoControl CS (in order to reset the crash sensor trigger element)

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Opening and closing of the gas system

Opening of the gas system

1. Open the connected gas bottle

2. Open the shutoff valve in the lower kitchen cupboard

3. Switch on the appliance

Do not open the shutoff valve of an appliance when you aren't using it.

If an appliance should not work, start the process again in the above-mentioned order.

Closing of the gas system

Please shut off all appliances, the shutoff valve and your gas bottles.

Warning

The gas bottle space is to be used only for the gas bottles. Please do not use it as additional storage space for other objects.

Always keep clear the flow-through ventilation in the bottom!

Operating the gas tank (option)

1. Open the tank valve.

2. Strongly push the hose burst safety valve (green button)

3. After an accident or faulty activation, push the green

reset button on the MonoControl CS (in order to reset the crash sensor trigger element).

If there are gas bottles installed in addition to the gas tank, choose the gas source with the 3-way valve. The 3-way valve is installed nearby the gas distributor in the kitchen.

Distributor

Gas bottles Gas tank

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3.3 Gas hob

Move the gas-valve to the left side and press the button. Hold the button pressed until the gas ignites. After 10 seconds you can let go of the button. When you are cooking, please switch your extractor hood ventilator on. Your opened roof lid in the kitchen and your slightly opened kitchen window will give you optimum airing.

Attention

Do not use your gas hob as heating. If you are using pots and pans with long handles, please ensure that they do not get in your way.

Attention

Absolutely make sure to use pots of suitable size. In case of too small pots, flames can come up from the side of the pots. In no case pots or pans should reach onto the working surface. This way the heat would spread onto the working surface and damage it.

3.4 Heating - warm water

Your liquid gas heating is equipped with an electronically controlled blower and an integrated warm water boiler. This same appliance enables warm air to spread in your complete motorhome-body while always having 12 l warm water. You only have one appliance for heating and warm water. For further information about heating and warm water please refer to chapter 6.

Please thoroughly read the operating instructions from TRUMA before use or maintenance.

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3.5 Gas supply

Here you can find information about gas supply in some European countries (without liability):

Country

Propane Butane BP Gas light Autogas

Belgium Belgian gas bottles are the

same as German bottles. Bottles can be refilled or exchanged. No adapter required.

Campingaz in bottles is available in specialist shops.

Gas bottle change at BP service stations.

Country-wide service with 397 LPG filling stations (at service stations), Europe-adapter (bayonet fitting) required.

Denmark The exchange of German

5 kg and 11 kg gas bottles is possible at many camping sites. Gas bottles can be refilled at Kosan Gas As in Norresundborg near Alborg, Koge and Nekso. Sometimes German bottles are available from BP Gas.

Campingaz in bottles is available in specialist shops.

Gas bottle exchange at BP service stations, adapter required. 13 Bilgas filling stations at service stations, Europe,-adapter (Italien system) required.

France Only French gas bottles

can be refilled and exchanged. At service stations and camping sites it is possible to lend French gas bottles (mostly 13 kg) against a deposit (approx. 35 €), which can be connected with a EuroSet adapter. Golden bottles should fit without an adapter.

Campingaz in bottles is available in specialist shops.

Country-wide

service with LPG filling stations at more than 1800 service stations, Europe-adapter (Italian system) required.

Greece Exchange and refilling of

gas bottles mostly only in big cities as Athens, Thessaloniki, Patras and Monernvassia. It is recommended to take a Euro filling set. Information in Greece from the ADAC (German automobile club) hotline (01) 960 1266.

No refilling of gas

tanks of tourist vehicles at the 34 LPG gas service stations. Connection: Italian system.

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Great Britain British Calorgas bottles

can be connected with an adapter (Europe set). For German bottles you can find filling stations at Bury St. Edmunds/Suffolk, Ellesmere Port/Chesire, Grangemouth/ Stirlingshire, Ivybridge/Devon, Liverpool/Merseyside, Middlesbrough/Cleveland, Neath/West Glamorgan, Southampton/Hamsphire, Stanford-le-Hope/Essex, Stoney Stanton/Leicestershire. In Scotland: Gleaner Oils in Milnfield, Elgin.

Campingaz in bottles is available in specialist shops.

Country-wide

service with LPG filling stations at more than 1000 service stations, especially in urban agglomerations, adapter (bayonet) required.

Italy It is possible to exchange

German bottles on some Northern Italian camping sites. Refilling of German bottles is possible with an adapter, country-wide net of exchange and refilling stations.

Campingaz in bottles is available in specialist shops.

Country-wide

service of LPG/autogas stations at 350 service stations, especially in Northern Italy, adapter (Italian system) required.

Luxembourg Bottles are the same as

German bottles. Refilling and exchange possible, no adapter required.

Campingaz in bottles is available in specialist shops.

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stations at service stations in Southern Luxembourg.

Netherlands Bottles are the same as

German bottles. Refilling and exchange possible all over the country.

Campingaz in bottles is available in specialist shops.

Exchange of gas bottles at BP service stations.

Country-wide service of LPG stations at service stations, adapter (Spanish system) required.

Norway It is not possible to refill

foreign gas bottles. At 900 AGA branches you can lend gas bottles against a deposit (5 and 11 kg). These bottles are compatible with Swedish and Finnish bottles and have to be returned within 6 months. AGA adapter required. Information: www.aga.no.

Exchange of gas

bottles at BP service stations, adapter required.

Country-wide service of LPG stations at 39 service stations, especially in the South, adapter (Italian system) required.

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Country

Propane Butane BP Gas light Autogas

Austria Exchange and refilling of

German gas bottles possible (Austrian bottles are the same as German bottles).

Campingaz in bottles is available in specialist shops.

Exchange of gas bottles at BP service stations.

10 autogas filling stations at service stations on motorways, adapter (Italian system) required.

Sweden Refilling foreign gas

bottles is not possible. It is possible to lend gas bottles from AGA against a deposit (5 and 11 kg). These bottles are compatible with Norwegian and Finnish bottles. AGA adapter required. Information: www.aga.se.

Exchange of gas

bottles at BP service stations, adapter required.

10 LPG filling stations at service stations, adapter (Italian system) required.

Switzerland Exchange of gas bottles is

not possible, refilling of German bottles only exceptionally, adapter required. It is possible to lend Swiss bottles with pressure regulator. Information: Shell Gas, phone: 0041/327/587555.

Campingaz in bottles is available in specialist shops.

7 autogas filling

stations at service stations, adapter (Italian system) could be required.

Spain Sale of liquid gas only in

gas tanks, no refilling of gas bottles. Possibility to lend 6 and 12,5 kg gas bottles against a deposit from Repsol. List of gas stations under www. cepsa.es.

Campingaz in bottles is available in specialist shops.

Country-wide net is

being set up, with 33 LPG filling stations at service stations especially in Western Spain. Adapter (Spanish system) required.

Source: Promobil from January 2007

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3.6 Refrigerator

General

Your FRANKIA motorhome has a Dometic refrigerator, which operates with gas, 240 V or 12 V battery. The supply of your refrigerator with 12 V is only possible when you are driving. You will use the supply with 240 V or gas when you have parked your vehicle. AES refrigerators choose the energy source automatically.

Attention

The 15 A fuse in the electric block EBL must be used only for a compressor refrigerator, or for an AES refrigerator, if you wish to operate it with 12 V when the engine is not running.

Please note that you will have air in your gas pipe after long time non-use or after a gas-bottle change. You can ventilate the pipe by switching your gas hob on for a short time and putting your thermostat to the highest position. After this your refrigerator should ignite without a long delay.

Your appliance has all classic functions of a refrigerator:

* conserving foodstuff * producing ice cubes

* conserving frozen foodstuff The Dometic operating instruction includes all information and recommendations for your appliance. Please study and adhere to these instructions carefully.

Some advice for the optimum use of your refrigerator:

Info

* Ice cubes:

* Defrosting:

The best time to make ice cubes is at night because then you will have ice cubes during the day, even if the refrigerator is working only with 12 V. When the cooling element is iced, your refrigerator works less efficiently. Therefore, we recommend you to defrost your refrigerator regularly.

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Security advice

Warning

•

Only authorized experts should carry out changes and repairs of the gas

system! If there are any changes carried out, the test certificate will lose its validity!

• The gas appliances are designed only for the use with propane, butane or a mixture of these two gases.

• While you are working with gas (for example filling the tank or changing the gas bottles) make sure there is no fire or open flame near your motorhome. Danger of explosion!

• If you have parked your motorhome in a garage, make sure there is no fire or open flame near the motorhome, because leaking gas can enrich to a combustible mixture in a closed space!

• The operating pressure of the gas system is 30 mbar. If you use a pressure regulator with a higher operating pressure, the conical valves will be damaged.

• Each gas appliance has its own shut-off valve (quick fastening valve). Please always keep this valve closed when the appliance is not used.

• If none of the gas appliances is in use, please shut all the shut-off valves, the gas bottle remote-control switch and the gas bottle valves (in case you do not use the gas appliances for a long time).

• Never use the gas hob as heating!

• Carefully read and adhere to the operating instructions of the gas appliances.

Keep these operating instructions in your motorhome so that you can look something up when you are in doubt.

• Please check regularly if the ventilation and exhaust gas vents of your gas appliances (heating, refrigerator) are clear of dirt, leaves and snow.

Properties of the used gases:

• They are heavier than the air: leaking gas will sink down to the bottom.

• Under pressure they can be liquefied relatively easily, like this it is possible to increase the

amount of energy stored. One litre of liquid gas makes more than 200 litres of gaseous “fuel”.

• Mixtures of gas and air are explosive when the gas percentage is approx. 2-10 %.

• A gas leak can be recognized by its smell reminding of garlic.

• If you get liquid gas onto your skin, it can cause frostbite because of the cooling effect.

• They have different boiling points:

• - Propane - 42° Celsius

• - Butane + 1° Celsius

• The boiling point is the temperature at which the liquid “gas” changes to its gaseous

condition. If the ambient temperature is below this point, there will be no more vaporization.

• This means: If it is cold outside you should use propane because it can vaporize at temperatures up to approx. - 42° C.

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What should you do if there is gas smell?

1. No fire, do not smoke

2. Do not use any electric switches

3. Shut the gas bottle valves

4. Let fresh air into your motorhome

5. Have the gas system checked by a specialist

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4. ELECTRIC SYSTEM

4.1 General

Your motorhome has a 240 V alternating current system and a 12 V direct current system.

For FF2 and FF4 motorhomes the connection to the 240 V mains is made with the plug in the central services compartment, and for all other motorhomes with the cable reel in the central services compartment, and the plug with the vehicle connecting cable.

Depending on floorplan, you will find the 240 V electric cutout as well as the residual current protective device either in der wardrobe or in the seating group.

The 12 V supply operates with two batteries - the vehicle battery and the body battery. All electric appliances which are part of the chassis are supplied from the vehicle battery. The electric appliances in the living area are supplied from the body battery.

If you are parked and have no possibility to use your 240 V supply, please do not use the vehicle battery to make sure that it remains charged and that you have no problem starting your motorhome.

Attention

For your own safety, we recommend to have the 240/12V system checked regularly by a trained electrician.

Warning

On ferries never connect your motorhome to the 240 V mains because an overload caused by the voltage fluctuations on the ship could damage the electric system.

Central Electrics Unit

The central electrics unit is located in the service compartment. All electric circuits relevant to the motorhome body are fused here.

A) Additional distrubution device for

chassis (mirror heating, window lift, rear view camera etc.)

B) Additional distribution device for

body (radio, SAT, central locking

etc.) C) Circuit amplifier AD 01 (only with Fiat) D) charger EBL 220-4 with overvoltage

protection F) Solar charger LR1218 (option)

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Electric cutout:

The electric cutout protects the 240 V connection against overload and short-circuit (Depending on floorplan, it is located either in the wardrobe or in the seating group).

Residual Current Protective Device (RCD)

The residual current protective device protects you against excessive contact voltage and furthermore serves to prevent fire in case of a technical defect. In order to make sure that the RCD functions properly, it has to be checked every month as well as when changing location. (Press the check key which simulates an error case in order to ensure proper functioning – see page 35).

Control of the electric cutout:

Switch off the electric cutout

- Switch the rocker switch to „0“

Switch on the electric cutout

- Switch the rocker switch to "1"

Warning

If the electric cutout is set off, this is in most cases due to a defective electrical appliance. If necessary please have a specialist check and repair the appliance.

Never use force to hold the rocker switch in position "1"!

Checking the Residual Current Protective Device (RCD)

Checking the RCD

• Press check key

• Rocker switch must jump to "0"

Switch on the RCD

• Switch the rocker switch to "1"

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Warning

• In most cases, the RCD is activated by faulty insulation or a faulty device. Should this situation arise, have the system / device checked and repaired by an expert.

• Never use force to hold the rocker switch in position "1"!

Vehicle electric system 12 V:

If your motorhome is disconnected of the 240 V mains, at least one body battery will ensure the energy supply of all electric consumers in the living space. The chassis has its own starter battery which is NOT discharged by the electric consumers of the living space.

Both batteries are charged automatically

1. by the integrated battery charger when the vehicle is connected to the 240 V mains

2. by the dynamo when the motor is running

3. by the solar module when there is enough sunlight (option)

Protection of the electric system

The main fuses (MIDI fuses) are on the batteries. Please see chapter 4.3 for the position and function of the additional fuses. Moreover the electric consumers of the body are protected by fuses in the battery charger.

As leisure battery in FRANKIA motorhomes a battery of the type series MOLL solar is used. This is a lead-acid battery which is specifically designed for use in hobby and leisure. (see MOLL technical data sheet)

The main handling/maintenance information can be found herein and in the operating instructions of the electric block and the Schaudt control and display panel.

Additional information for the proper care and maintenance of the MOLL solar battery:

How do I know the charge status of the battery?

The easiest way to determine the battery charge status is via the so-called open-circuit voltage

. The open circuit voltage is the battery voltage in an unoperated state.

Please wait at least 5 hrs after charging before measuring. In the meantime, the battery should not have been drained considerably.

The measurement of the open circuit voltage can be made either via the control and display panel, or a separate voltmeter.

open-circuit voltage Charge status Action

12,6 V and higher Fully charged O.K.

12,4 V 75% Recharge 12,2 V 50% 12,0 V 25%

Recharge immediately!

11,8 V 0%

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Lower than 11,8V Deeply discharged

The charge status can also be determined via the acid density:

Acid density Charge status

1,26 kg/l and higher Fully charged

>1,22 kg/l Still O.K.

1,22 kg/l and lower Recharge

1,18 kg/l and lower Recharge immediately!

The measurements refer to a temperature of 25° Celsius (as indicated by Moll)

How long can a certain current flow - and how can you calculate this?

First, some basic physical principles: Electric current is measured in A (Ampere). The voltage in V (volts). The mathematical product of the two is the electric power W (Watts) = V x A

The nominal voltage of our battery is 12V. On the battery, the capacity is indicated in socalled ampere hours (Ah). In the case of MOLL solar this is the so-called 100-hour capacity.

Example: If a 100 Ah battery is discharged with 1A current, the current can flow 100 hours. The battery was therefore discharged 100Ah. At higher load currents, the available capacity decreases. In our example, the 100Ah battery with a 20A discharge, only about 75 Ah can be drawn. This corresponds to 3.75 hours.

If we are now connecting a lamp with a rated power of 12W, the discharge current is calculated as follows: 12W / 12V = 1A.

This means that a current of about 1 A flows. A fully charged battery would last approximately 100 hours.

What damages the battery?

• Deep discharging below a voltage of 11,8V

• Long idle times in a discharged or partially discharged state.

• Long operating times in very high temperatures

• Fluid level below the lower limit.

• Refilling with unsuitable liquids– only pure distilled water (deionized) may be used.

When operated, the battery should be recharged as soon as possible. The battery should be fully charged regularly so that the open circuit voltage is 12.6 V and higher.

Care and maintenance of the batteries:

- You should control the battery charge condition regularly, if necessary recharge the

batteries.

- Control the battery-terminal clips: They should be tight and have clean, greased contacts.

- If the motorhome is immobilized for a long time, you should disconnect the batteries from

the earth connection (take off the negative terminal cable). Please make sure that the solar modules do not supply any current in order to protect the solar regulator from being

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damaged. In this case too we recommend to control the battery condition regularly. The best frost-protection for a battery is a good charge condition.

- During your journeys you should use every possibility to recharge the batteries over the

240 V exterior connection.

Self-discharge of the batteries

Every battery will lose its stocked energy, even without any consumers connected. This self-discharge shows the age of the battery, old batteries or batteries often discharged and recharged will discharge faster than new batteries.

Deeply discharged batteries:

If the open circuit voltage falls below 11.8 V, we speak of a deeply discharged battery. When correctly operated, this condition should actually not occur because a deep discharge protection is installed in the electrical block. It might not be possible to charge deeply discharged batteries with the on board charger.

In case the battery is deeply discharged nonetheless, proceed as follows: 1 Charge the battery via the electric block

If this fails:

2 Disconnect battery on both sides and remove 3 Load with suitable external charger a. either one hour with approx 2A b. or one hour with approx. 16V 4 Install and connect the battery again 5 Then fully charge the battery via the electrical block

If this measure does not lead to success, there is probably a permanent damage and the battery must be replaced.

More information can be found in the warning notices and safety regulations for leadacid batteries.

Attention

Please avoid discharge voltages of under 11 Volt. Such exhaustive discharges will considerably shorten the service life of your batteries. If the charge is not sufficient this can also cause sulphation of the battery, which is difficult to remove.

A fully charged battery is more cold-resistant than an empty battery. Therefore it is useful to always keep the battery charged in order to prevent it from freezing.

Charge the batteries for at least 12 hours before and after each journey.

Before connecting or disconnecting the auxiliary battery, all electrical devices and lights have to be switched off.

The auxiliary battery has to be replaced with the same type, with the same specification as the originally installed auxiliary battery or as indicated by the manufacturer.

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Solar module (= option)

The solar panel on the vehicle roof transforms light into electric energy. It is made of solar cells with a high efficiency. The energy produced by the solar cells is directly entered into the 12 V vehicle electric system, if there is any energy excess it is used to load the body battery. The solar regulator distributes the solar energy.

Maintenance and care:

The solar cells are behind a hardened glass sheet; the panel is water-tight and weatherproof. The solar cells should always be clean in order to preserve their performance. We recommend to clean the glass sheet every four weeks with a damp cloth and some washing-up liquid.

When there is a lot of dust around, the solar panel should be cleaned more often.

In the winter please keep the panel free from snow. If the solar cells are covered with snow, they cannot supply any current.

Instructions for the power supply as per DIN VDE 0100-721:2010-02 directive

When connecting

a) Before connecting the motorhome system with the power supply, please check the

following points:

1) The power supply available at the camp site must be suitable for the elec. system and devices of the motorhome regarding the measurements of voltage, frequency and current.

2) The cable and connections must be suitable.

3) The main circuit breaker of the motorhome must be switched off.

ttention

The flexible feed line of the motorhome should be unwound completely in order to avoid damage due to overheating

b) Check cables / pipes, plugs and connections for damage. c) Plug the flexible feed line into the power socket of the power supply unit provided at the

motorhome pitch.

d) Switch on the main circuit breaker of the motorhome. e) Check the functioning of the installed Residual Current Protective Device (RCD) by

pressing the check key and switch it back on again.

ttention

In cases of doubt or if the power supply is unavailable or faulty after performing the above procedure, contact the campsite owner.

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Disconnecting current supply

Switch off the main circuit breaker of the motorhome and remove the cable from the power supply unit of the motorhome pitch.

Periodic inspection and testing

The electrical system of the motorhome should be inspected and checked by a competent electrician at least every three years, and if the motorhome is used frequently, every year. The electrician shall issue a report on the condition of the system.

Source: DIN VDE 0100-721 Attachment A (normative)

4.2 Current-supply panel

The current supply panel is a real board control. You can read on the instrument panel how much fresh water and sewage you have as well as your battery charge condition.

All motorhomes are equipped with the DT 220 digital panel with 12 V main switch. The water pump can be activated on the basic menu. For this, please press the fresh water tank button and then turn the pump on or off via the OK button. The indication „CHARGE!“ shows that you have to charge the body battery urgently.

Please look at the operating instructions from SCHAUDT if you need further information about the current-supply panel.

Water pump

Info

The switch for the water pump should only be on when you are living in your motorhome and the water supply is full. This way you will avoid the pump running dry or water coming into your loading space or your double floor if you have a leak anywhere.

The water pump is on but you have no water consumption, this means all valves are closed. If the pump now goes on and off, this is a sign that you have a leak somewhere. Please switch the pump off immediately and check all pipes in order to prevent “flooding” of the storage spaces.

In most models you can find the water distributor next to the fresh water tank. This water distributor is a direct connection between the pump and the valve. In case of a leak you can put a dummy plug into the damaged pipe so that you can use all other valves. We recommend you to check especially the warm water supply every 6 months and to tighten up the hose clamps.

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Display for the fresh water and sewage

Display

100 %

75 % 50 % 25 %

0 %

The digital panel DT 220 shows the fresh water level in steps of 25 %.

The display shows the following:

Display

Fiat / Mercedes

Fresh water tank capacity (l) Sewage tank capacity (l)

100 % approx. 150 approx. 120

75 % approx. 115 approx. 100

50% approx. 75 approx. 60 25% approx. 40 approx. 30

0% 0 0

Display

Iveco

Fresh water tank capacity (l) Sewage tank capacity (l)

100 % approx 300 approx. 260

75 % approx 225 approx. 195

50% approx 150 approx. 130 25% approx 75 approx. 65

0% 0 0

For further information about the control panel please refer to the Schaudt operating manual.

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4.3 12 Volt Fuses

12 V fuses on the vehicle battery (additional distribution of chassis)

The following fuses can be found in the fuse holder (6 circuits) of the Central Electrics Unit (also see pos. A in photo of chapter 4.1):

A) 20A exterior mirror (A-Class models only) B) 15A trailer coupling (option) C) 10A fog lamps (A-Class models only) D) 5A rear view camera (option) E) 5A daytime running light (A-Class models only) F) 2A outside locker door (option)

With Fiat (for line protection) there are fuses for the additional distribution of the chassis (40A) as well as the refrigerator (20A). These fuses are located in the battery compartment below the footwell of the driver’s cab. With Mercedes, these fuses can be found at the bottom of the driver’s seat. With Iveco, these fuses are situated behind the cover on the left side below the steering wheel.

A B

A B C D E F

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Fuses for full air suspension with Iveco (Option)

As an option, the motorhomes of Premium Classs are equipped with a 4 chanel full air suspension. The fuses for this system are situated in the engine room on the driver’s side: A) 2x40 A (with red feed cable) B) 1x7,5 A (with yellow feed cable)

12 Volt fuses (additional distribution of body)

The main fuse for the 12 V current supply of the body (1x60A) and for the additional distribution of the body (1x100A) as well as the fuse for the battery sensor line (2A) are situated next to the body battery.

Summary of fuse circuits on EBL

The fuses for the interior lights are on the electric block EBL 220. The fuse circuits 1 to 5 are as per the following chart:

Circuit 1

• Consumer load inside of vehicle, passenger side

Circuit 2

• Consumer load inside of vehicle, driver side

Circuit 3

• Not allocated respectively for options

Circuit 4

• Complete lights in ceiling, except for spot between shower and wash room

Circuit 5

• Indirect lights respectively options

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For more detailed information regarding the consumer loads and fuses, please refer to the operating instructions by Schaudt.

The following fuses are located in the fuse holder of the central electrics unit (see also item A in photo chapter 4.1)

A) 10A radio/navigation (option) B) 10A Sat receiver (option) C) 10A Dolby Subwoofer (option) D) 20A heating (option) E) 15A central locking of body door F) 30A Drop-down bed (A-Class only)

Attention

A defect fuse will show you a fault in your circuit. Please have the respective appliances checked.

4.4 Inverter (Option)

• Push the ON button (1) of the inverter.

• The inverter carries out a system check and gives a beep signal when ready for

operation.

• The Automatic (2) LED blinks, this indicates that the inverter is in stand-by mode.

When a load is connected, the inverter switches automatically to operation mode.

• Connect a 240 Volt appliance ( >

25 W e.g. hair dryer etc.) to the 240 Volt socket. The

Automatic (2) and Inverter (3) LED are lighted.

• If the motorhome is connected to 240 Volt, the inverter carries out an automatic power

supply switch and forwards the impressed voltage to the sockets. The Line (4) LED is lighted.

A B C D E F

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(4)LINE-LED

(2)Automatic-LED

(1)ON-OFF button

3) Inverter-LED

4.5 Generator (Option)

The generator creates alternating voltage of 240 Volt and 50 Hz, which can supply the power requirement of various applications. The max. continuous power output is approx. 2600 Watt. It is not a problem to connect susceptible appliances like eg. TFT screen or PC because a inverter unit is making sure that there is a stable frequency. The generator can be operated very easily via the installed on-board vehicle computer with lighted display.

For more detailed information, please refer to the provided operating instructions by Dometic.

Regarding TEC29LPG generator (gas operation): During operation of this generator, make sure to not exceed the statutory maximum flow rate (1,500 g/h) of the gas system. The maximum gas demand of the generator at full load is ~ 1,200 g / h. If there is also an increased gas demand for other areas (e.g. boiler, heating), malfunctions of the operated devices might occur due to the low operating pressure. In this case, we recommend to reduce the number of consumers.

Attention

Before switching on the generator, make sure that all consumer loads are switched off. Otherwise, the voltage peak during the switching on could damage the connected appliances.

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5. SANITATION FACILITIES

5.1 Central services unit (option for 640/6400)

Your motorhome has a central services unit. All elements are located together in one storage compartment (see photo).

Open the flap of the central services unit, unroll the fresh water hose.

When the fresh water tank is full, the water will run out through the ventilation hose. Roll up the fresh water hose.

In order to avoid return flow from the rolled up hose after filling, put on the supplied nozzle.

Switch on the water pump on the control panel.

Turn on one water tap in the warm water position and open it completely to fill the boiler.

As soon as the water runs out without bubbles, shut the water tap.

Do the same with all other water taps.

Open the water taps in the cold water position until the water runs out without bubbles then shut all water taps.

In the winter please do not forget to unroll the water hose completely and let run out all of the water. When you do not use your motorhome for some time, especially in the winter months, you can also uninstall the fresh water hose drum and let the water run out from the hose completely.

Uninstall the fresh water hose drum:

- Unscrew the screw A

- Tip over the hose drum and take it out

- Take off the adapter on the side

Screw A

Install the fresh water hose drum:

Please perform the above-mentioned steps in reverse order and do not forget that the holder must be engaged.

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Warning

If you do not use the water pump, please always switch it off with the switch on the control panel; especially if you leave your motorhome!

Moreover you can fill the fresh water tank with water cans from the water inlet connection (see photo). For this please take out the hose from its mountings, take off the plug and fill the water in.

Draining off the sewage tank:

- Open the flap.

- Take off the lid from the floor passage.

- Carry the grey drain hose to the outside through the floor passage.

- Open the drain slide: Turn the handle to the back until it shows in the direction of the flow.

- Drain off the tank.

- Shut the drain slide: Turn back the handle to its initial position.

- Pull the hose inside.

- Close the floor passage with its lid and put the sewage hose into the hole in the lid.

- Close the flap.

Floor passage

Summer lid winter lid

230V - connection through the central service unit:

- Open the flap. Roll off the cable from the cable reel and carry it through the floor passage.

- Close the floor passage with the appropriate lid (depending on the season: summer/winter).

- Connect the cable to a 240V/50Hz socket.

- On the control panel above the entrance the indicator lamp for the 240V-charge is lighting.

Warning

Please always roll off the cable reel completely

- danger of ov

erheating!

- When disconnecting the mains connection, please start with the mains socket in order to avoid handling a live cable.

- If your mains cable should get caught please do not use force to release it.

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5.2 Fresh water and sewage

Your motorhome has two tanks and you can check the fluid level on the current-supply panel. Your fresh water tank of approx. 150 liters is filled from the outside. It is in the heated double floor and therefore safe from freezing (until approx. - 15° C).

∗ Please always use clean drinking water. ∗ You can put an antiseptic preparation such as Micropur, Certisil or Reomin into your

fresh water tank. In order to avoid corrosion of the filter and the chain in the tank, please make sure that the used additives are compatible with stainless steel.

∗ Please heat your motorhome well when it is freezing or drain your tanks off. ∗ If you do not use your motorhome for some time (more than 3 days), drain the water

off from the water tank and the hose.

∗ Clean your water hose, fresh water tank and sewage tank regularly. ∗ Your sink unit, shower, washbasin and toilet will be supplied with cold water and

warm water out of the fresh water tank through a pressure pump. (Max. uninterrupted running time of the pressure pump is approx. 15 minutes).

∗ Your fresh water tank has a drain plug on the bottom.

∗

With motorhomes which have a

reduced fresh water volume, there is a screw cap in the tank. Turn the cap ¾ counterclockwise – like this the tank has a volume of approx. 50 liters. If you keep on turning beyond a noticeable resistance, the tank will be emptied. In order to be able to fill the tank completely with approx. 150 liters, turn the cap clockwise until the limit stop.

∗ Please only switch your pressure water pump on when your water tank is filled.

Dry-running will destroy the pump.

∗ You will find the two drain valves for the water pipe on the water distributor. ∗ With Truma heatings, the boiler has an automatic anti-freeze valve, which opens when

it is freezing or when you clamp off your body battery. Your water pump will then start and pump your tank empty through the boiler, but the pump will not stop. Therefore, please always switch the 12V current supply off when you are not living in your motorhome.

To drain your boiler manually, first switch off the switch of the water pump. Turn the blue switch „A“ by 90° into the shown position. To close the valve, turn the switch „A“ again and then press the button „B“ at the bottom of the freezing protection. If the valve is automatically activated due to danger of freezing, the button “B” comes out. The temperature inside your motorhome should be at least + 6° C because the valve will not close when it is colder. If necessary, switch on the heating.

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The water will not empty completely through the drain pipe. Therefore, you will find a drain plug on the bottom of the sewage tank. For emptying the boiler of the Alde heating, open the yellow discharge valve manually.

Remaining water

If you do not use your motorhome for a long time, we recommend you put it in a

horizontal position.

The sewage tank has a drain plug on the bottom so that you can completely drain off the

water. We recommend to clean the fresh water tank and sewage tank regularly in order to avoid foul smells.

The sewage tank is frost-protected as long as the double-floor is heated. If you want to

clean the sewage tank, you can reach it through a lid in the floor.

Empty your tanks only at a waste management station.

The warm and cold fresh water is led to the different consuming points through a water distributor. Each consuming point is supplied directly through the water distributor without any intermediate connection. In case of a leak in the water system please always control the consuming point and the water distributor. The connection points are:

• Water distributor for warm and cold water

• Water pump

• Mains water connection

• Outside shower

• Non-return valves

• Toilet

• Water taps

Drain pipe

Drain plug

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Drinking water tank FFS – Frankia Fresh water System (option)

As an option your motorhomes is equipped with a separate closed drinking water system which consists of a movable 20 ltr tank, an immersion pump and a separate water tap installed in the kitchen. This system is in accordance with the current (German) drinking water regulations. The tank and the hose pipes can easily be taken out for filling and cleaning.

Security advice

Warning

Please only use drinking water and no water of poor quality (for example spring water or water from rivers), like this you can avoid getting germs in your fresh water tank.

Warning

The quality of the water in the fresh water tank depends on the quality of the water you fill in, where you fill the tank, how you treat the tank, how long the water stays in the tank, etc. Germs can develop in the water tank and the water is not suitable for drinking, preparing meals, etc. any more.

Attention

Your motorhome is only frost-protected when the heating is running.

Before immobilizing your motorhome please completely drain off your fresh water system.

The fittings in kitchen and bathroom have wear-resistant ceramic inserts. If the temperature inside the motorhome is below 0° C, the water remaining in the inserts will freeze. In this case please do not move the water taps until the fittings have thawed.

In order to avoid frost damage both the fresh water and the motorhome must be warmer than 4° C when you want to fill the fresh water tank. If the ambient temperature is below 4° C, the motorhome must first be heated.

If you have a motorhome with water filler neck (option): Please do not use a rigid filling tube because it could damage the flexible connecting line between water filler neck and water tank.

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The water can only run off unhindered when the motorhome is parked horizontally.

Please put the plug into the shower floor when you are ready. This way you will avoid getting unpleasant smells in your motorhome.

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5.4 Thetford-toilet

The THETFORD-cassette is made out of a high-quality synthetic material. The cassette is ecologically friendly and easy to use. The water for your toilet comes from your fresh water tank. You can take the cassette out through an exterior flap. We kindly ask you to read the operating instructions for the THETFORD-cassette beforehand.

Attention

It is absolutely necessary to use a sanitary additive. We recommend „Aqua-Chem blue/ green“ by THETFORD.

5.5 Dejection tank with Thetford C-250 Pump-Out Toilet (= Option)

Motorhomes with dejection tank provide the possibility of pumping the content of the THETFORD cassette to the 80 l dejection tank. This tank can be emptied with valve A via flex tube. After each emptying of the tank, a water hose should be connected to the tank’s adaptor Gardena B and the inside of the tank should be flushed thoroughly by means of the installed flushing pipe.

Emptying of dejection tank

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The drain hose of the dejection tank is led through the under

floor and ends in a pipe which is situated horizontally under the motorhome floor between two fixtures.

• By flapping down, open the lid A on the fixture at the end of the pipe

• Hold the pipe B in one hand and turn the swivel element C on the fixture anticlockwise with the other hand.

• Lower the pipe carefully and pull out the drain hose up to the disposal station

• Open the valve of the dejection tank

• Empty the dejection tank completely

• Connect the flushing pipe to exterior water supply and

dejection tank

• Turn on the water tap

• Flush for about 2 – 4 minutes

• Turn off the water tap

• Close the valve of the dejection tank

• Disconnect the flushing pipe from exterior water supply and

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• Lead the drain hose back through the pipe and turn it upwards.

• Turn the swivel element downward up to the limit stop and lock with fastening

The dejection tank should be emptied and flushed thoroughly after each trip. It should be made sure that the tank is completely empty especially if the motorhome is not used during the winter months.

The rubber seals of the entire system need to be maintained regularly. We recommend to treat them with THETFORD maintenance spray.

Function chart of dejection tank

For further information please see the included operating manual from THETFORD.

Please only empty at disposal stations.

Att

ention

It is absolutely necessary to use a sanitary additive. We recommend „Aqua-Chem blue/ green“ by THETFORD.

Attention

Please only use easily decomposable toilet paper. Regular domestic toilet paper is not suitable. We recommend „Aqua-Soft“ by THETFORD.

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6. DIVERSE

6.1 Electric step

Your motorhome has an electric step at the body door. A-Class motorhomes can be equipped with an optionally available electric step at the driver’s cab door (standard with Luxury equipment). The switch is on the inside near the entrance. In your instrument panel you will see a red control lamp for this step. If you start your engine and your step is out, it will retract automatically and the red control lamp will go out. If it still lights red, please have a look to see if your step is out or in. If your step is in but the red lamp is still lighting, there is a defect in your limit switch. You can carry on driving but you should visit your FRANKIA dealer as soon as possible.

Attention

It is absolutely necessary to move the step out completely before stepping on it. Otherwise the mechanics can be damaged!

Maintenance of the electric step

- The step plate should be cleaned regularly in order to preserve the antiskid characteristics of its surface.

- Please lubricate the joints of your step with oil spray or grease every three months.

Fuse for the electric step

The EBL has an internal fuse for the electric step at the body door which switches off in case there is an overload, and switches on again after a short time, when it has cooled down.

The fuse for the electric step at the driver’s cab door is located on the starting battery.

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6.2 Electric adjustable and heated exterior mirrors

(for A-class motorhomes only)

Adjusting the mirrors:

Turn on the ignition / turn the starter key to “Start”

Choose the mirror: turn the regulating button to the left/to the right - the white flash indicates the chosen side

Adjust the mirror with the regulating button; possible directions: up/down and left/right

Manually adjust the additional wide angle mirror.

Heating the mirrors:

Switching on the heating

Start the engine - press the switch - the green indicator lamp in the switch is lighting

Switching off the heating

Return the switch to its initial position - the indicator lamp goes out

Info

The mirrors can also be adjusted by hand.

The mirror heating has a high energy consumption. Therefore it should only be switched on when needed.

Exterior light

Your motorhome has an exterior light.

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6.3 Heating

Heating in the driver’s cab (for A-class models only)

The driver’s cab of your A-class motorhome is heated through heat-diffusers. You will find on the passenger side a heat-diffuser and a slide valve. Position of the slide valve "downwards" or "blue" = The warm air comes only through the heat diffuser. Position of the slide valve "upwards" or "red" = The warm air comes through the heat-diffuser and through the slots on the instrument panel.

- Like this you will avoid the cold air coming

through the windshield. The slide valve of the chassis regulating the fresh air supply should be closed, otherwise the warm air will get outside through the ventilation hose of the chassis.

Info

- During the journey the slide valve should be in position “downwards” or “blue”, otherwise the warm air coming from the engine will come out of all heatdiffusers of the motorhome and the windshield will get steamed up because there is not enough warm air.

During the stay the slide valve should be in position “upwards” or “red” so that

the warm air from the Truma heating can come through the slots on the instrument panel. Still you should put the slide valve of the chassis on the instrument panel to interior air circulation, otherwise the warm air from the Truma heating will get outside.

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Warm water heating (standard with Luxury equipment)

Your motorhome has a ALDE warm water heating combined with a engine heat exchanger..

Function of the warm water heating

The control panel is situated below the top storage lockers in the kitchen. There is a main switch and a menu button. In standby mode, the temperature, time etc are indicated. In the settings menu, the temperature “A”, warm water “B”, electric heating “C” and heating with gas “D” are regulated. There is also access to the tool menu. All the functions are explained in the supplied Alde operating instructions. The motorhome is equipped with a temperature sensor near the entrance.

In the wardrobe you can find the water container for the heating. During operation, the water level should always be between the two markings (Min., Max.). If necessary fill in some antifreeze into the water container. In order to avoid overfilling, you should only refill when the heating is in operation.

ttention

Only use antifreeze which is approved for aluminium.

There is a water heater installed in the heating with a liquid capacity of approx. 8.5 liters fresh water. Air can accumulate in the pipes of the water heating. Please use the bleeding screws on the radiators in the seating areas, in the kitchen and in the sleeping area to let off the air.

An automatic bleeding valve “A” is installed directly on the flow.

The convectors in the rear bed area (depending on floor plan) are connected with the heating circuit by a so-called bypass and can therefore be regulated separately with a valve on the convector.

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Info

When you are not using your motorhome, we recommend to fully remove the water from the boiler. Turn the switch „A“ by 90° into the shown position. To close the valve, turn the switch „A“ again and then press the button „B“ on the bottom of the freeze protection. If the valve is automatically activated due to danger of freezing, the button “B” comes out.

6.4 Tables

Table extension

• Lift up the lever on the underside of the table.

• Hold the lever and pull the tabletop to the side until the

stop. The center part of the table now automatically lifts up until it reaches the level of the tabletop.

• Push the tabletop back until it engages on the center part.

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For the re-conversion lift up the lever, pull the tabletop back and push it carefully to the

second part of the tabletop. The center part is lowering automatically.

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Moving the table (table on running rail)

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Pull up the locking lever on the table foot.

• Move the table in the running rail.

• At the requested position, push down the locking lever

on the table foot.

Parking the table in the driver’s cab

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Release the table from the fastening in the floor.

• Move out the rolls from the table feet.

• With A-class motorhomes you need to swivel the

driver’s seat slightly to the outside so that the backrest does not touch the steering wheel.

• Move the table to the driver’s cab. Before driving, the table has to be fixed again in the floor in order to avoid acceleration of the table in case of an emergency stop

Fixed table foot, lowerable

The table consists of a fixed lowerable table foot and a continuously movable table top.

By releasing the locks „A“ under the table, the table top can be moved freely, e.g. make the access to the cab wider.

When the table top is in the requested position, fix it by tightening the locks.

Before starting your journey, the table top has to be fixed in order to prevent it from moving when negotiating bends or full breaking.

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Lower the table by turning the lever „B“ and pushing down the table until the limit stop. Afterwards turn the lever back to the initial position in order to fix the table in the lowered position.

With floorplans with round seating group, the table has to be lowered first in order to get a large bed surface or makeshift bed.

6.5 TV cupboard

Pre-wiring

Sat system

Your motorhome is already pre-wired for the connection of a sat system. There are two cables (1x1,5², white (D+) and 3x0,75², black (reserve)) from the battery charger to a compartment above the refrigerator or the top locker next to the TV cupboard. Furthermore, a blue and a brown 1x6² cable have also been installed from the body battery to this distribution box.

Pre-wiring at battery

charger

Pre-wiring at body battery

Distribution box near TV

cupboard

Solar system

For the connection of a solar system, the pre-wiring (2x2,5², black) is made from the battery charger up to the back of the operating panel.

Pre-wiring at battery

charger

Pre-wiring at operating

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TV cupboard for TFT flatscreen TV

The cabinet at the entrance of your motorhome offers enough space for a FRANKIA flatscreen TV of up to 22“. Press down the lever “A” behind the TV in order to move out the TV. This unlocks the pivot arm. After use, move the flatscreen TV back to the initial position. Carefully push the TV until you can hear that the pivot arm is engaged..

TV cupboard for TFT flatscreen TV

The TV cupboard is designed for the Frankia flatscreen TV 17” and 19”.

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Before starting your journey please make

sure that the TV cupboard is latched.

• Release the locking lever A by pulling.

• Move the cupboard slowly down and

support it.

• The TV can be adjusted in tilt and angle. Before storing, make sure that the TV is back in the original position!

• After use, move the lowered TV cupboard back up until you can hear it locking back in place.

Warning

- Never pull the locking lever A without holding the cupboard - danger of injury!

- Before starting your journey please always move up the TV cupboard.

- The TV must not be used during the journey.

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TV Cupboard for TFT flat screen TV at the front of the motorhome (=Option)

The TV cupboard is designed for the Frankia flatscreen TVs up to 24”.

• Before starting your journey please make sure that the TV cupboard is latched.

• Release the locking lever at the bottom of the TV-cupboard by pulling

• Move the cupboard slowly down and support it.

Warning

• Never pull the locking lever without holding the cupboard - danger of injury!

• Before starting your journey please always move up the TV cupboard.

• The TV must not be used during the journey.

TV Compartment for TFT flat screen TV in bar seating group (option)

The TV compartment is designed for the Frankia flatscreen TV 17” and 19”.

• Before starting your journey, please make sure that the TV compartment is in the lowest position.

• Pull up the TV by using the grip hole A.

• By pulling on the sides the TV can be swivelled

• For storing, carefully push down the upper cover until the final position is reached.

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6.6 Sun blinds

Sun blind for the windshield and the side-windows (A-class models)

Closing the sun blind: Close the sunblind by pulling down the handle A in the middle

until it has reached the position you wish.

Opening the sun blind: Slowly move the blind upwards

Blackout roller blind for the windshield and the side-windows

A-class models

Attention

The blackout roller blind must not be used as a sunblind when you are driving! The blind must be attached with the two straps in the upper position before starting your journey.

Closing the blind: Release the locks and close the blinds for the side windows until they are attached to the magnetic rail. Make sure that the blind does not get stuck in the upper guide rail. Release the locks of the windshield blind and pull the blind down to the instrument panel.

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Spring-loaded latches on the sides lock the blind after approx. 20 cm. This function has been built in for security reasons, to avoid that the blind comes down during driving, in case you forgot to attach it. This locking mechanism can be overcome by pressing the actutation A in the middle of the lower ledge of the blind.

Attention

For security reasons this function must always stay active!

The blind for the front screen can also be used for glare and privacy protection. The blind is not fixed at the top. Therefore you can e.g. only position it in the lower part of the front screen to keep people from looking in.

Opening the blind: Release the counter-lock and draw the blind back / up (for the windscreen blind). Lock the blind with the closing strap.

Attention

Before driving always completely open the blackout roller blinds for the windscreen and the side windows, and attach them with the straps.

Electrically operated blackout roller blind for A-Class models (standard with Luxury equipment)

Attention

The blackout roller blind must not be used as a sunblind when you are driving! The blind must be in the top position before your start your journey.

Closing: Hold button A until the blackout blind has reached the dashboard.

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Opening:

• Hold button B until the blackout blind has reached the top position.

Attention

The blackout blind has to be opened completely before starting your journey.

Blackout roller blind for coachbuilt and low-profile models

Closing the blinds:

Windscreen:

The blackout roller blinds can be found behind the A-pillar covering. Push up the little slide above the handle. Now you can close the blinds from the left and the right in the middle of the windscreen.

Side windows:

The blackout roller blinds for the side windows can be found behind the covering between the two side windows. Tip the handle slightly in the direction of the window and then draw the blinds to the front / to the back until they reach the magnetic strips.

Opening the blinds:

Windscreen:

Draw back the blinds until they reach the A-pillars. Push the little slide back to the down position in order to avoid the blinds to close inadvertently when you are driving.

Side windows:

Draw back the blinds until the handle engages on the covering.

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Warning

- During the journey the blackout roller blinds must always be completely folded up and locked.

- Never use the blackout roller blinds during the journey.

Attention

If you have a coachbuilt or low-profile model, please first turn the cab seats to the living area before closing the roller blinds, otherwise the roller blinds could be damaged.

Exterior insulation mat (= option)

1. Place the insulation mat on the windscreen and align it with the bottom edge of the windscreen.

2. Put the sewn-in pocket over the edge of the opened cab door , afterwards close the door.

3. Use the Tenax buttons to fix the insulation mat on the driver and passenger side.

4. By opening the front flap, you can let

light in your motorhome without having to remove the insulation mat completely.

6.7 Electrically adjustable beds

Electric front bed for A-class models (Standard for HolidayClass, ComfortClass, ExclusivClass, LuxuryClass and PremiumClass)

If you have ordered an electric front bed, you can lift and lower it with the rocker switch.

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To lower your electric front bed press the rocker switch

down.

• When the lowest position is reached the engines stop automatically.

• To lift your electric front bed press the rocker switch up.

• When the highest position is reached the engines stop

automatically.

• If your front bed is in the upper position, please secure it with the belt.

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inclined position when you lift or lower it. This has no influence on the operational safety of your bed. Please always hold the switch pressed until both engines have reached the top resp. bottom end position and have stopped automatically.

Emergency operation - manual procedure for the front bed is explained in chapter 9.8

Electrically height-adjustable bunk bed (option)

Warning

With the switch next to the locker door, the bed height can be adjusted continuously.

During the adjusting process there may never be a person on the bed!

With floor plans with bunk beds, the height of the lower bed can be electrically adjusted. The bed is secured with a strap. When the belt buckle is engaged, the operating panel is without current. Press the red key to open the belt buckle.

The operating panel is in energy saving mode. To activate it, keep the upper arrow key “A” pressed for approx. 3 seconds. The direction arrows “C” will light up. You can move the bed up and down by pressing and keeping pressed the respective button. To lower the bed, press the lower arrow key “B”. The bed will move downwards as long as you keep the key pressed or the lower limit position is reached.

Strap

Panel

Lowering the bed:

• Make sure that no persons are on the bed.

• Open the exterior flaps of your rear garage and make sure that nothing can hinder the bed

to sink to the height that you wish.

• Now you can lower the bed with the switch in the garage to the position that you wish.

Height adjustable bed above seating group

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6.8 Rear garages

Motorbike fixing with sliding ramp for rear garage (= option)

The motorbike holder makes it easier to bring the motorbike into the rear garage but it takes two people to do this.

Attention

Before you use the motorbike fixing please park your motorhome horizontally, on dry, flat ground!

Loading of the motorbike:

• If your motorhome is equipped with air-suspension, we advise to lower the motorhome so that it is easier to push the motorbike into the rear garage.

• Loosen the hand knob A. The ramp can now be pulled out of the holding rail.

• Put the lip B at the end of ramp into the receptacle C in front of the rail on the floor.

• Remove the rearmost holding wedge. For this remove the securing splint and take out the bolt on the side.

• Swing up the fastening for the handle bar.

• Pull the motorbike into the rear garage via the ramp

until the front wheel lies in the respective support bracket.

• Swing down the fastening for the handle bar. The claw can be opened by loosening the knurled screw.

• Put the handle bar in the claw and fasten the knurled screw.

• For the first use, it might be necessary to displace the claw by loosening the screws and refastening them in one of the other holes.

• Put the rear holding wedge again under the rear wheel

of your motorhome and fasten it with bolt and securing splint.

• In order to securely fasten the motorbike, only use the lashing rail with the adjustable lashing eyes. Tighten the included load-securing straps until the motorbike cannot be moved anymore.

Attention

• Always fasten the motorbike with all 4 load-securing straps in order to secure a safe transport.

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Quad garage (= option)

The quad garage allows you to always take your quad with you in the rear garage.

Attention

Before using the quad garage please park your motorhome horizontally, on dry, flat ground.

Loading of a quad:

In the rear garage of your motorhome there are aluminium rails which can be used as access ramps. * Release the screwing of the two middle rails and pull them out of the garage. * Put them to the ends of the two fixed outer rails. * Drive your quad (front wheels) to the access ramps. Press up the switch of the remote

control („OUT“), pull the rope out of the winch and fix it to a sufficiently stable element (frame) of your quad. Make sure that the rope cannot damage the frame of the exterior flap or other parts of your motorhome or quad.

* Push the button on the remote control down („IN“) to activate the winch so that the quad

is pulled into the garage until the front wheels touch the installed wheel chocks. Then put the two rear wheel chocks under the wheels and fasten the quad with the four loadsecuring straps. Push back the two ramps to their initial position and fix them with the screws.

Attention

Only pull the rope out of the winch as much as necessary. If the vehicle is pulled in and the rope is fully unwound, this could damage the winch.

Unloading of a quad:

* Before unloading the quad, take off the

load-securing straps and the rear wheel chocks.

* Pull out the two middle rails and put

them to the ends of the outer rails.

* Push the button of the remote control

up („OUT“), the rope is rolled off the winch. The quad is rolling out of the garage because of the inclination of the access ramps.

Please make sure that the rope is always taut. If the rope should sag, stop the winch and push the quad until the rope is taut again.

Warning

Please always make sure that there are no persons in the danger zone.

You will find further information about the winch in its operation manual.

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6.9 1 Person safety belt system for the side seating bench (= option)

The 1 person safety belt system from FRANKIA gives you the possibility to wear a safety belt on the side seating bench in the driving direction.

• With wider side seating benches, first remove the front upholstery for the back and seat. (Pic. 2)

• To unlock the rotary seat pull the recessed grip A located in the side of the bench.

• Pull the seat to the middle of the vehicle up to the limit stop until you can hear the locking mechanism clicking into place.

• For the re-conversion, first unlock the seat via the lateral grip A and then follow the reversed order.

Pic 1: Side seating bench

Pic 2 upholstery removed

Pic 3: Seat with belt

6.10 Back-up aid (option)

Your motorhome is equipped with back-up aid sensor. When you go into reverse, a beep indicates that the sensor is active. If an obstacle is detected, this is indicated by an acoustic signal. The frequency of this signal increases the closer you approach the obstacle and turns into a continuous tone at a distance of approx. 30 cm.

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Because a loaded lifting bike carrier would be viewed as a constant obstacle, the upper back-up aid sensors can be switched off via disconnecting switch. This switch is located in one of the high cupboards in the rear.

(upper back-up aid sensor on / off)

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Swivel washroom door

If you have ordered a Frankia motorhome with swivel washroom door, you can join the washroom with the shower room with some simple movements.

- Turn the rotary lock on the inside of the washroom door.

- You can now swing up the door in the direction of the shower room.

- Turn the rotary lock again so that the door is locked in this position.

You now have a spacious washroom over the complete motorhome width. For the re-conversion follow the reversed order.

Lowering washbasin

For the Frankia models with lowering washbasin, the hand washbasin is situated over the toilets.

• Before the use of the toilets, push the washing stand to the top until the side lockings engage themselves.

• To lower the washstand, support it and activate the screw cap A on the bottom side.

• Lower the washstand slowly as far as possible.

You can only open the mirrored cabinet when the washbasin is lowered.

Warning

• Only push up the washstand when the washbasin is completely empty.

• During the journey, the washbasin has to be in the lowered position.

Ventilator for refrigerator (Option)

As an option, two ventilators are installed on the backside of the refrigerator. These are switched on via a thermo switch and help to discharge the warm air. The switch in the EBL cupboard above the body door deactivates the ventilators.

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Outside lockers

• Especially after cleaning with car shampoo or degreaser and also in the wintertime it is recommended to treat the rubber seals of your outside lockers with a rubber care product, for example silicone spray, grease pen or anything else similar because like this the rubber seals will stay supple.

• To open and close the outside lockers first press the flap slightly to the vehicle, hold it pressed and turn the toggle closure. This will compress the seals, so that they can be opened or closed more easily.

Spare tyre set

With the spare tyre set you can repair tyre punctures without having to change the tyre.

Fill in the tyre sealing gel.

Inflate the tyre with the compressor.

You can now drive to the next garage (max. 80 km/h!). For further information please refer to the enclosed user’s manual.

Chopping boards

The covers for the sink serve multi purposes. When washing up, you can hang one of the sink covers into the cutout above the sink. This will give you an additional surface to put on your dishes for drying.

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7. SERVICE AND CARE

Vehicle care:

If your FRANKIA motorhome is taken good care of, it will guarantee a particularly high comfort of living during your journeys for many years. Therefore we would like to give you some advice to make sure that your FRANKIA will be a reliable companion for you.

Base vehicle

Info

For the chassis the manufacturer’s operating instructions are authoritative.

Engine-oil filler neck (Fiat and Mercedes)

* In order to refill engine oil, please open the

bonnet.

* On the passenger’s side, yellow stickers with

the inscription „OIL“ mark the positions of the dipstick and the filler neck.

* For A-class motorhomes a filling aid is

included.

* Screw on the filler neck in the engine

compartment.

* Put in the filling aid. * Pour suitable engine-oil into the funnel.

Washer fluid filling hose

* In order to refill washer fluid, please open the bonnet. * The filling hose for the washer fluid can be found on the

passenger’s side, next to the fastening of the bonnet hinge.

* Take off the blue covering and refill the water.

Interior

Generally the interior of your Frankia does not need any other care than your home. In general, all synthetic surfaces can be treated with washing-up liquid and water. Cockpit sprays also give good results. Abrasive or aggressive cleaning agents may not be used. Any special cleaning agent should be tested first. Please do not expose the door covering to rain or strong sunlight for a long time, better close the door under such conditions. Please note that stones, scouring agents or strong cleansing agents can damage the shower tray.

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The acrylic glass windows are nearly indestructible - but not completely. Aggressive, scouring or even caustic cleaning methods will dull your view in the true sense of the word. Usually mild suds or glass cleaner are sufficient for cleaning the windows.

Exterior

For the exterior washing we recommend clear water, stubborn dirt can usually be removed with an appropriate shampoo. We recommend special caravan shampoos. Moreover a number of care products for the long-term conservation of the gelcoat surface are available (example: „YC Boat Wax“ from „Yachtcare“). Leading GRP manufacturers recommend to seal all GRP elements with „Yachtcare Boat Wax“ at the beginning of the season. Put on the wax with a soft cloth and then polish the surface with a clean soft cloth. By repeating this a second time during the season, you will get the best protection for your GRP surface. For further information please refer to the user’s manual of the care product. Please avoid at any rate the use of hard methods, as scouring sponges or rim cleaning agents. Because of the height of a motorhome, the cleaning of its roof is often neglected. Please keep in mind that the performance of solar modules is considerably reduced when they are dirty. Moreover it is of no use to clean your motorhome thoroughly when the first rain rinses the dirt from the roof and leaves ugly traces on the walls. There is no problem to walk on the roof with non-slip soft shoes. (Attention: Do not kneel on the roof, this will leave dents. To avoid dents you can stick aluminium strips onto the roof.) Please direct your attention also under your motorhome! Movable add-on parts, for example step, rear supports, retractable bike holders, etc. should be cleaned and greased about every six months. Under bad conditions (salt, dust, sand) those parts could possibly need some care more often.

Info

Salt water, from thawing salt, can cause white rust on the galvanized chassis. The so-called white rust does not present any fault in the quality of the galvanizing. Most of the time it is only a visual problem. (see also the AL-KO chassis manual)

In order to avoid or remove white rust, AL-KO recommends:

∗ After driving in the winter clean the galvanized surfaces with clear water from

thawing salt (for example with a steam cleaner).

∗ The white rust can be cleaned away from galvanized parts with zinc cleaner.

We recommend cleaning the water hose, the fresh water tank and sewage tank regularly.

The company Certisil offers the product “Certibox” for cleaning, disinfecting and decalcifying.

We recommend to check especially the warm water supply every 6 months and to tighten up the hose clamps (red and blue hoses). (see chapter 5.2 Fresh water and sewage).

Especially in the warm season please have a look at the acid level and the water level of your battery.

In Germany a recognized expert has to check the gas system every two years.

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Every year it is necessary to have a tightness test carried out by your FRANKIA dealer.

Plastic windows / acrylic glass

∗ Clean them with plenty of water, mild soap suds, a soft cloth or a soft sponge.

∗ Please do not use glass cleaner with chemicals, scourers, alcohol and glycerin

additives.

∗ Pay attention to the directions for use on the packing. ∗ Pay attention at car washing installations. ∗ Do not stick stickers on.

The manufacturer SEITZ recommends to use the original Seitz glass cleaner or the acrylic glass cleaner from the company Frankana.

For the maintenance of the rubber seals Seitz recommends to use talc or petroleum jelly without additives.

Locker grips of the furniture flaps

∗ To open the flap, hold the locker grip, press the locking button and at the same time open

the flap.

∗ Close the flap and press softly on the grip until you can hear that the lock is engaged.

Metal fittings on furniture doors and lockers

Should the furniture fronts get misaligned over longer time of use, the metal fittings allow to re-adjust them. The concealed hinges can be adjusted in three directions.

• A: O

verlay adjustment to correct the gap. Turn the screw to the right for a smaller and to the left for a bigger door overlay.

• B: Depth adjustment. Direct, continuous

depth adjustment via eccentric adjustment.

• C: Height adjustment. With height

adjustable mounting plates it is possible to adjust the doors to the exact required height.

• D: Direct, continuous height adjustment via

eccentric adjustment.

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•

To unhinge the doors or lockers, simply

press the hidden unlocking key E.

Kitchen top and wash basin with marble effect (mineral material) (= standard for Luxury equipment)

∗ Cleaning every day with a scouring sponge and water will remove even resistant dirt. ∗ Introducing heat, for example hot water or cigarette ashes, will not damage the mineral

material. Simple scouring will remove every trace.

∗ The mineral material is food-safe.

Syphons

The syphons of all drains should be cleaned from time to time. The syphon under the kitchen sink is accessible from outside through the heating compartment. For sinks out of mineral material (marble effect) a pipe syphon is installed. If you notice that water is draining off slower, dismount the syphon and remove accumulation.

Screwed syphon of sink

Pipe syphon for sinks

out of mineral

material

To clean the syphon under the shower, depending on the floor plan, a panel in the rear garage or double floor has to be unscrewed first. Then you can reach the syphon and unscrew it.

Heating

For the maintenance of the warm air heating, we recommend using the Truma care products.

Chapter 8 - Winter

8. WINTER

8.1 Winter holiday

Please note the following points for a winter holiday:

Please protect the journal bearing of your entrance step with lubricating grease.

Please use only propane gas. Down to - 42° C propane gas changes from a liquid condition into a gaseous condition.

The pressure reducer on your gas bottle should be equipped with a TRUMA-Triomatic system with "Eis-Ex heating" (= option).

If the outside temperature is below + 5° C please use the "Eis-Ex heating" to avoid that the pressure reducer freezes.

Please treat your door locks with silicone.

Always keep the bottom ventilation of the gas bottle space free. If necessary remove the snow.

Please heat your motorhome well when you leave it so that the water pipes and the sewage cannot freeze.

Do not allow antifreeze into the sewage tank as well as into the system of pipes. Poisoning risk!!! Antifreeze can attack the pipes and is harmful to the environment.

Please protect the ventilation grille of your refrigerator with the winter covering when the temperature is below 0° C. You will find the installation instructions on the inside of the covering.

If the temperature is above 5° C the covering has to be removed.

Depending on use, amount of persons, location, humidity and inside/outside temperature, make sure to aerate and heat your motorhome sufficiently.

The inside of you motorhome is vapour-proof, i.e. the humiditiy created by cooking, showering and drying wet clothes cannot escape. Therefore, please aerate and heat your motorhome well at the same time.

The surplus of humidity condenses on cold things first in your motorhome. Therefore, please remove the condensation from the windows and if you have a coachbuilt model, remove the condensation from the front wall and the corners of the alcove too.

You can use your motorhome down to approx. - 15° C when you heat it well.

Do not forget the usual winter utensils as snow-shovel, ice scraper, broom, gloves and defrosting agent.

Before starting your journey make sure that the motorhome roof is free from snow and ice. Large ice plates or amounts of snow sliding down from the roof can endanger other traffic participants.

Preparation of the living area

Attention

When the fresh water system is filled or when there is any water left in the sewage tank or in the cesspit tank, the motorhome has to be heated permanently. As long as the outside temperature does not drop extremely, the water system is frost-protected.

If necessary, especially at night, put the insulation mats on the side windows and the windscreen.

Check the charge condition of the body battery.

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Use the winter coverings for the refrigerator.

Close all water drains, water taps and the boiler drain valve.

Close all gas shutoff valves.

Check the heating and the water system before starting your journey.

The first time you let fresh air into your motorhome ensure that you open your cupboards and loading space too. Like this you will prevent mould.

For technical reasons the driver’s cab is not as well insulated as the living area.

In the winter months we recommend to have the following things in your motorhome: shovel and broom to remove snow from the step, the roof and the windows, as well as snow chains and starting-traction wheel attachments.

You need to drive your motorhome differently in snow and ice.

Please read the operating instructions of your basic chassis under the chapter "Winter".

Please pay attention to the following points in the winter months:

∗ Conversion of fuel, motor oil, gear oil, antifreeze for the engine water etc. ∗ Tyres / air pressure ∗ Hand brake ∗ Spark plugs ∗ Battery ∗ Door locks ∗ Air entrance slots

8.2 Living in your motorhome in the winter

Attention

Do not lay the electric cable on the ground, it could freeze.

Please use defrosting agents on alcohol basis for thawing frozen locks. Do not thaw frozen locks with heated objects or open flames.

Do not use defrosting sprays or ice scrapers on the acrylic glass windows!

You can thaw frozen drain slides with defrosting spray.

Keep the roof free from snow.

Always keep the ventilation and exhaust gas vents of the heating, the boiler and the refrigerator free from snow and ice.

Keep the roof lids free from snow and ice.

For parking the motorhome please engage the first gear or the reverse gear - for motorhomes with automatic transmission put the selector lever to "P"; for vehicles with Sprintshift gear put the lever to "A" or "R".

Use wheel chocks to prevent the motorhome from rolling.

Keep the solar panel free from snow and ice.

In the winter please avoid long cooking because of the condensation.

Keep the heating running permanently.

If it gets too warm in the motorhome, let fresh air in more often.

If necessary switch on the additional heating.

Hang wet clothes into the shower.

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8.3 Immobilization

Your motorhome needs no special care if you do not use it for a long time. With the following advice you will avoid getting unpleasant smells, mould and frost damage in your motorhome:

∗ Clean the outside of your motorhome, the fenders and the underbody.

∗

Empty the fresh water tank, the sewage tank and the toilette

tank completely as well as all pipes. For this process please switch the fuse of the water pump off and open all water valves and the shower (in the middle position). Remove the drain plug in the bottom of the fresh water tank and open both the drain valves of the water pipe. These are situated between the water tanks.

•

In order to avoid freezing of the pump, it can be dismounted

During winter time, the pump can be removed from the water circuit via the quick-release fasteners (see photo on the right). To catch any residual water, use a small bowl.

∗

For motorhomes with washstand plate with marble effect

(standard for Luxury equipment), screw off the siphon and empty it. Remount it after that.

∗ Empty and rinse out the sewage tank and the dejection tank (option). Leave open the lids

of the freshwater and sewage tanks so that they can dry completely. This can prevent the build up of odours.

∗ Uninstall the fresh water hose drum.

∗ Empty the boiler. For this open the antifreeze valve.

∗ Open both drain valves. For this put the levers in vertical position.

∗ To empty the water pump completely let it run dry for a short time.

∗ When your water tank is empty press the toilette flush several times so that the pipe

becomes empty.

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∗ Rinse your sewage tank and, if you have, the outside shower and the mains water

connection with water.

∗ Blow compressed air through the fresh water hose so that the remaining water will come

out or uninstall the fresh water hose.

∗ Bring your engine to service temperature before immobilizing your motorhome to avoid

damage through condensation in the engine.

∗ Leave the refrigerator slightly open.

∗ Clamp the batteries off.

∗ Leave the cupboards and storage spaces opened.

∗ Put up the upholstery and mattresses.

∗ If you park your motorhome in a garage, leave the roof lids and windows open.

∗ Increase the tyre pressure by 0,5 bar.

∗ Let air into your motorhome and heat it, discharge the batteries and charge them again

every two months.

8.4 Antifreeze

If you do not use your motorhome for a short time especially in the winter or in the intermediate season, please do not forget that a water pipe break

could occur. A water pipe break can happen already after two hours depending on the temperature. If the outside temperature is about 0° C, the water in the pipes can freeze and this can cause a water pipe break.

Please note the following points:

∗ The heating should always be on

∗ Put the thermostat on 5° to 10° C.

∗ Or if you would like to save energy because your motorhome will be parked over a longer

period of time, you can empty your fresh water and sewage tanks and all pipes, the toilet and the boiler (see 8.3).

Chapter 9 – Faults

9. FAULTS

It is not always necessary to contact our after-sales service if you have a problem with your motorhome. Sometimes you can take remedial action yourself. If you are unsure, especially with electricity or gas, you should visit our service workshop. It is for your own security.

Please do not carry out repairs to the electric and gas system yourself. CAUTION: DANGER!

9.1 Electric system

* 230 V-control light and sockets without energy:

Check the electric cutout in the wardrobe

Check the fuse of the campsite

* 12 V-interior lighting does not work:

Switch on the main switch of the instrument panel

Check the charge condition of your body battery

Check the 12 V fuses of the battery charger

Lamps Illuminant

Recessed spot light LED – Frankia Article no. 0604210 Recessed spot light, slewable LED – Frankia Article no. 0606320 Spot light Halogen light bulp G4, bright, 10 W Light in the rear garage T 15 pillar light, 18 W Reading lamp

LED – Frankia Article no. 0606350

Indirect lighting

LED – Frankia Article no. 0802700/730

Light of the step LED – Frankia Article no. 0802710 Light of the wash room mirror LED – Frankia Article no. 0802720 Light for the glass cabinet LED – Frankia Article no. 0606130/140 Lights of the storage space LED – Frankia Article no. 0606130/140 Lights in shower canopy LED – Frankia Article no. 0802820 Lights in shower friezes LED – Frankia Article no.: 0802730

Illuminants which have blown have to be replaced by the same type of illuminant which have the same power. Halogen lamps should only be touched with a cloth. The touching of the glass plunger with the fingers reduces the delivered brightness and can shorten the length of life of the lamp too.

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Faulty recessed LED spot light

•

Carefully remove the cover and glass plate

by turning

• Pull out the faulty illuminant

• Insert the new illuminant

• Refix the cover.

Faulty recessed LED spotlight (slewable)

•

Remove the retainer ring and carefully take

off the glass cover

• Pull out the faulty illuminant

• Insert the new illuminant

• Secure the glass cover again with the

retainer ring

Faulty spot light

•

Remove carefully the cover with a screw

driver

• Pull out the faulty illuminant

• Insert the new illuminant

• Plug in the cover

Rear garage lights

•

Remove the frosted glass cover

• Pull out the faulty illuminant of the base

• Insert the new illuminant

• Reclipse the cover

Faulty reading lamp

•

The reading lamp is equipped with LEDs as

illuminant.

• These have an extremely long operating

life. Should there nevertheless be a defect, the complete lamp has to be exchanged.

Indirect light, lights of step, washroom mirror, glass cabinet, storage space, shower

The indirect lights as well as the lights of step, washroom mirror, shower, glass cabinet and storage space are equipped with LEDs as illuminant. These have an extremely long operating life. Should there nevertheless be a defect, the complete lamp has to be exchanged.

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9.2 Gas system

* A gas appliance does not work:

Open the shutoff valve on the gas bottle

Open the shutoff valve on the consumption places

Fill your gas bottle

During frost use propane gas only

Check if the pressure reducer works well (frost risk)

Use the "Eis-Ex heating" (= option) if the outside temperature is below 5° C

If one single appliance does not work please look up the operation process in the respective chapter

9.3 Fresh water system

* Water comes out from under the motorhome when you fill the fresh water tank:

- When you boiler is heating a little water can come out of the pressure relief valve because

of the water extension.

- Close the antifreeze valve. The temperature in your motorhome has to be above + 6° C,

otherwise the valve will not close.

- Put the drain plug into the fresh water tank

- Check if the hose clamps are properly fixed

- Check the fresh water tank and sewage tank to see if they are over filled

* Taking water out of the tap - only a little water or no water at all comes out:

Check the 12 V supply and switch it on

Switch the fuse of the water pump on

Check the fresh water display

Open the drain valve briefly for ventilating the pump when you have refilled the empty tank

If you have taken water from the boiler it will take some minutes until the boiler is filled again and warm water comes out again

If your water tap is opened but the pump does not run, this is probably caused by faults in the electrics or on the pump

The water pump must not run dry, except for a short time

* Leak in your motorhome:

First switch the fresh water pump on the current-supply panel off and then search for the leak

* The water has an aftertaste:

Sterilize the fresh water tank and pipe system (takes effect after 6 hours)

The water is sterile after you have boiled it for over 10 minutes

Drain off your unused water after three days, then clean the tank and refill it

* Faults with the warm water:

Check if your heating is on

Activate the 12 V supply and the fresh water pump on the current-supply panel

Your warm water boiler needs approx. 30 minutes until it is heated up

Fill your warm water boiler or ventilate it by opening the warm water tap

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* If you clamp off the body battery, the antifreeze valve of the boiler will open

inevitably.

9.4 Sewage

* The water does not drain off:

Check the filling of your sewage tank on the control panel

Search for a possible blockage in the sewage pipe

Clean the siphons of the sink unit, the washbasin and the shower

The sewage tank is in the double floor and therefore the sewage pipes haven't much incline, so please check that you have parked your motorhome horizontally.

* Smells in the motorhome:

Check if the siphons of the sink unit and the washbasin have a full water-level. Please put the plugs into the shower floor and into the sink unit when you do not use it. This way you will avoid getting unpleasant smells in your motorhome.

9.5 Toilet tank

* The toilet tank is too full:

- Make an emergency drain:

Inside - Open the slider of the toilet bottom Outside - Open the toilet tank door Now hold the drain plug and open it carefully. Then let it run out into a container. When the WC is empty close the toilet slider and drain plug and take out the toilet tank.

* Annoying smells:

The toilet tank is full, therefore please empty your tank at a waste management station. The fluid-level indicator shows when you should empty your tank (red area).

If it is very hot outside, please use a higher dose of the sanitary concentrate

Always close your toilet slider after use

* The toilet flush does not work:

Check the filling of your fresh water tank

Check the 12 V supply

Check the toilet flush fuse in the toilet tank drain

If necessary clean your toilet basin manually with a little water

* The toilet slider cannot be opened, you cannot empty the toilet basin:

Please open the toilet tank drain door and move the drain plug to the outside. Then you can level out the excess pressure by slowly opening the lock of the drain plug.

Put silicone spray on the seal of the toilet slider

* You cannot take out the toilet tank:

Close the slider of the toilet bottom

Check if you can freely move the holding bow below the toilet tank

Do not take out the toilet tank with force. Come to the service workshop

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9.6 Heating

* The heating does not ignite:

Switch on the 12 V supply on the current-supply panel

Open the gas shutoff valve on the consumption place

Check your gas supply

Check the fuse and electric connections on the heating unit

Switch the room thermostat on

The red light emitting diode of the reset-key on the control panel of the heating must be off. If not press the reset-key for a few seconds

Repeat the ignition process according to the instructions

* The burner runs but does not warm:

- Set your room thermostat to a sufficient temperature

* The heating goes out while it is running:

- Check your gas supply resp. tank level and your gas bottle

- Check the 12 V supply

- Has there been a deflagration?

In this case please visit your service workshop and have your heating checked before using it again!

- Wait 3 minutes before you start a new ignition process

- Check your chimney extraction for blockages

9.7 Kitchen appliances

* The refrigerator does not work:

Check the operating mode of your refrigerator

The refrigerator works without any noise

It takes one hour until you can feel if your refrigerator has cooled

If you use gas, open the shutoff valve of the consumption place

Choose the right operating mode

Park your motorhome horizontally

The air-extractor vents must be free

Take off the air-extractor vent completely when the temperature is above 35° C

When the temperature is below 0° C put the winter covering in front of the air-extractor vent

* The gas hob does not ignite (see also 3.2: gas system)

Turn the gas system on and check it

Fill or exchange the gas bottle

Open the shutoff valve of the consumption place

Chapter 9 – Faults

9.8 Electric front bed

In case the motor is defect:

• Turn off the 12 V main switch on the

current-supply panel over the entrance.

• Remove the front bed curtain.

• Release both the fastening screws from

the lifting cylinders and unhinge them.

• Swing up the bed carefully and secure it

with the strap.

• Please visit your FRANKIA dealer

urgently so that he can repair the fault.

9.9 height adjustable bed above seating group

In case the motors are defect:

• Open the upper lateral cupboards in the

rear.

• Remove the metal covers on the driver

and passenger side. At the back of them the crank handles are attached.

• Put this crank handle into the hexagonal

holes of the motors and wind the bed up or down synchronously on both sides.

ttention

This manual emergency operation has to be carried out by 2 persons! The winding up or down has to be carried out synchronously in order to avoid inclination of the bed!

9.10 Vehicle

* The straight-running stability is not good and the motorhome is difficult to steer:

Check the tyre inflation pressure

Check if the front axle is overloaded

* The engine power is not satisfactory:

Carry out the same checks as for the straight-running stability

Check if the fuel filter is dirty

With a loaded motorhome you need to drive differently as you would drive with a car

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Gradients and strong headwinds reduce the driving performance

* Defect headlight:

- If a headlight does not work, before changing the bulb please check that the contacts are

not oxidised and that the corresponding fuse is working

- Burnt bulbs have to be replaced by bulbs of the same type and the same performance.

- Please only touch the metal part of halogen lamps. Touching the glass part will reduce the

the luminosity and can even reduce the service-life of the lamp.

Outside lighting Illuminant Wattage

Front

Dim light DE-H7 12V 55 W

Long distance light

With position light (with coachbuilt and low-profile)

FF-H7 12V T4W 12V

55 W

4 W

Direction indicator light PY21W 12V 21 W Fog lights H7 12V (coachbuilt, low-profile);

H3 12V (A-Class)

55 W

Position light for A-Class LED – Frankia Article n°.: 0605830 Position light for coachbuilt LED – Frankia Article n°.: 0605760

Rear

Rear end light / brake light P21 12V 5 W Rear end light R5W 12V 5 W Back up light P21W 12V 21 W Direction indicator light PY21W 12V 21 W Rear fog lam P21W 12V 21 W Third brake light LED – Frankia Article n°.: 0605750

Side

Side lights LED – Frankia Article n°: 0605820

* Defect headlight (A-class models):

Main and dipped beam headlight

- Take off the rubber cap on the rear end of the headlight

- Push the wire bow down, press it together and lift it up again

- Pull out the bulb and take off the electric plug connector

- Put in a new bulb

- Follow the reverse order for the installation

Parking light

- Take off the rubber cap on the rear end of the headlight

- Take off the electric plug connector

- Turn the socket with the bulb to the left and pull it out

- Turn the bulb to the left and take it out from the socket

- Put in a new bulb

- Follow the reverse order for the installation

Direction indicator lamp

- Take off the electric plug connector

- Turn the socket with the bulb to the left and pull it out

- Turn the bulb to the left and take it out from the socket

- Put in a new bulb

- Follow the reverse order for the installation

Chapter 9 – Faults

Daytime running light / position light (with A-Class)

• Maintenance-free lights

• If these do not function, check the 5A fuse in the additional distribution of chassis (at

EBL)

Fog lamps (with A-Class)

• Remove the rubber cap at the rear of the headlight

• Disconnect the electrical connector

• Remove bulp from socket

• Insert new bulp

• If the fog lamps still do not function, check the 10A fuse in the additional distribution

of chassis (at EBL)

* Defect rear light:

- With a screwdriver push up the clamping bow (below the lights)

- Pull out the rear light from its housing and open the lock on the back

- You can now take out the socket with the bulb

- Turn the bulb to the left and take it out from the socket

- Put in a new bulb and close the lock

- When putting the rear light into the bumper, the writing „TOP“ has to be on top and the clamping bow on the bottom

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Side positioning lights, third brake lamp, position lights

The side positioning lights, the third brake lamp and the position lights of A-class and coachbuilt models are equipped with LEDs as illuminant. These have an extremely long operating life. Should there nevertheless be a defect, the complete lamp has to be exchanged.

Towing

If your motorhome has to be towed and you have an Aclass model on Mercedes chassis, it is absolutely necessary to use the provided extension piece.

• Turn the original towing lug into the extension piece as far as possible.

• Open the lid on the front bumper. Pull the right side of the lid forward until the lock is released. Then remove the cover to the right

•

With Mercedes turn the extended towing lug / with

Fiat the original towing lug into the respective threaded hole as far as possible.

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Back-up aid

If your motorhome is equipped with back-up aid sensors and lifting bike carrier, the bikes could be detected as a constant obstacle. In order to avoid a continuous tone when reversing, the upper back-up aid sensors can be switched off. This switch is located in one of the high cupboards in the rear.

(upper back-up aid sensor on / off)

* Tyre change:

If your motorhome has got a spare wheel (option), please follow these instructions in case of a flat tyre:

• Engage the first gear or the reverse gear, or in case of automatic transmission choose the “P” position. Secure the opposite tyre with a choc.

• Taking out the spare tyre. You can use the jack instead of the wheel spanner in order to lower and lift the wheel support with the spare wheel more easily (see photo).

• Put the jack to the position intended for the wheel spanner, on the left side of the

spare wheel.

• Uncouple the wheel support and lower it slowly to the ground with the jack

• Follow the reverse order for lifting the wheel support

• Loosen the wheel bolts.

• Position the jack at the respective locating points.

• Lift the motorhome and remove the defective wheel.

• Mount the spare wheel, make sure to tighten the wheel bolts in a criss-cross pattern.

• Store the removed tyre in the spare wheel support.

Chapter 9 – Faults

Mounting / replacing aluminium rims

For the mounting of aluminium rims on motorhomes built on IVECO chassis, please proceed as follows:

•

Dismount the existing outer wheels of the rear axle.

• Mount the tyres from steel rims to 6 hole or 9 hole aluminium rims. Only use steel valves for the 6 hole or 9 hole aluminium rims.

• Mount a transition adapter ring. Bolt circle 205/6 on 130/9 Tightening torque of spherical bolts M18x1,5 wheel nuts : 290-350Nm

•

Remount 6 hole or 9 hole aluminium rims.

6,5 J 16H2 ET 42mm Sleeves D 28,5mm, height 20mm Tightening torque of the M14x1,5 screws: 150-160Nm

Warning

The inner screws (steel rims plus adapter ring) have to be retightened after 50km. After another 50km the wheel screws (outer) have to be retightened.

Attention

The German traffic regulations stipulate that an expert has to check the correct mounting and the vehicle documents have to be adjusted.

Chapter 10 – Important to know

10. IMPORTANT TO KNOW

Chassis number, type plate

Body number:

On the type plate on the cross rail in the engine compartment

Motorhomes on Mercedes chassis

Chassis number in the engine compartment, in the middle below the front windscreen.

Motorhomes on Fiat chassis

Chassis number inside near the passenger entrance step under the plastic lid. For Fiat A-class models the chassis number can be seen only from the outside, through the outside locker behind the front axle on the passenger side. For Fiat coachbuilt and low-profile models the chassis number can also be seen on the lower edge of the front windscreen, from the outside.

Motorhomes on Iveco chassis

Chassis number on Iveco type plate on the traverse member in the engine compartment and behind the front wheel (right side) stamped on the side member

The points

1 - 6

are the seating positions authorized during the journey (no. 3 – 6 depending on floor plan).

1 2

Chapter 11 – FRANKIA Dealers

11. FRANKIA DEALERS

11.1 Germany

Postleitzone 1

Berger Reisemobile Wolfgang Berger Lahnstr. 6 12055 Berlin Tel.: 0 30 / 6 86 42 70 Fax: 0 30 / 6 86 47 66

www.rv-berger.de info@rv-berger.de

Postleitzone 2

Reisemobile Jörg Lundberg Ohechaussee 214 22848 Norderstedt Tel.: 0 40 / 5 23 23 34 Fax: 0 40 / 5 23 23 47

info@lundberg.de www.lundberg.de

Tank Reisemobile Stiller Winkel 2 24229 Dänischenhagen Tel.: 0 43 49 / 91 94 10 Fax: 0 43 49 / 91 94 11

rene.tank@tank-reisemobile.de www.tank-reisemobile.de

Reicartech Reisemobil- und Caravan-Technik Zeven GmbH Kivinanstr. 40-44 27404 Zeven Tel.: 0 42 81 / 95 42 37 Fax: 0 42 81 / 95 42 38

ulrich.goetsche@reicartech.de www.reicartech.de

Autohaus Puhl Inh. Hans-Joachim Puhl Alter Weg 35 27478 Cuxhaven Tel.: 0 47 22 / 6 84 Fax: 0 47 22 / 23 74

info@autohaus-puhl.de www.autohaus-puhl.de

Postleitzone 3

MPG Mobilpartner Gütersloh oHG Carl-Zeiss-Str. 36 33334 Gütersloh Tel.: 0 52 41 / 7 32 63 Fax: 0 52 41 / 68 77 52

info@mpg-mobilpartner.de www.mpg-mobilpartner.de

Kuno’s Mobile Freizeit GmbH & Co. KG Frankfurter Str. 6 A 34295 Edermünde Tel.: 0 56 65 / 4 06 48 30 Fax: 0 56 65 / 4 06 48 39

info@kuno-mobil.de www.kuno-mobil.de

Brock Reisemobile UG Inh. Viola Lehmann Weddeler Str. 7 38104 Braunschweig Tel.: 0 53 1 / 36 01 38 Fax: 0 53 1 / 36 01 91

info@brock-reisemobile.de www.brock-reisemobile.de

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Caravan Center Bocholt Harderhook 29 46395 Bocholt/ Industriepark Tel.: 0 28 71 / 26 00 00 Fax: 0 28 71 / 26 00 02

c.thielkes@caravan-center-bocholt.de www.caravan-center-bocholt.de

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Reisemobile Jumpertz Gewerbegebiet Süd-Ost Rudolf-Diesel-Str. 8 52428 Jülich Tel.: 0 24 61 / 5 20 21 Fax: 0 24 61 / 42 34

jumpertz.reisemobile@t-online.de www.reisemobile-jumpertz.de

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Reisemobile Euch e.K. Ludwigshafener Str. 22 67126 Hochdorf-Assenheim Tel.: 0 62 31 / 75 79 Fax: 0 62 31 / 32 27

info@euch.de www.euch.de

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MyCaravan GmbH In der Röte 10 71120 Grafenau Tel.: 0 70 33 / 69 98 93 Fax: 0 70 33 / 53 45 21

info@mycaravan.de www.mycaravan.de

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Reiseservice Nothaft Inh. Simone Schönfeld Moosfeldstr. 2a 82275 Emmering Tel.: 0 81 41 / 52 49 69 Fax: 0 81 41 / 4 16 03

info@reiseservice-nothaft.de www.reiseservice-nothaft.de

Caravan Company Wolfrum Inh. Jörg Wolfrum Kapellenweg 31 83064 Raubling Tel.: 0 80 35 / 9 67 96 36 Fax: 0 80 35 / 9 67 96 37

info@caravan-company.com www.caravan-company.com

Wohnmobile-Wohnwagen Wiedemann GmbH Dieselstr. 1 Gewerbegebiet Lanzen 87448 Waltenhofen/Kempten Tel.: 0 83 03 / 92 36 23 Fax: 0 83 03 / 92 34 74

wiedemann.waltenhofen@t-online.de www.frankia-wiedemann.de

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Berger Fahrzeuge Neumarkt GmbH Fritz-Berger-Str. 1 92318 Neumarkt Tel.: 0 91 81 / 33 04 60 Fax: 0 91 81 / 33 04 65

info@berger-fahrzeuge.de www.berger-fahrzeuge.de

Caravaning & Fahrzeugcenter Coburg Inh. Daniel Gebhardt Industrie Str. 3 96487 Dörfles-Esbach Tel.: 0 95 61 / 85 37 887 Fax: 0 95 61 / 85 37 847

info@reisemobile-coburg.de www.reisemobile-coburg.de

Autohaus Imhof GmbH Wohnwagen-Reisemobile Schwarze Brücke 2 97737 Gemünden-Wernfeld Tel.: 0 93 51 / 36 62 Fax: 0 93 51 / 44 97

info@autohaus-imhof.de www.autohaus-imhof.de

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11.2 Europe

Belgium

Caravanes A.J.D. Ateliers J. Delbrouck S.A. Route du Condroz, 205 B – 4120 Rotheux (Liége) Tel.: 00 32 – 43 71 32 37 Fax: 00 32 – 43 71 20 46

info@ajd.be www.ajd.be

Bronn Technics bvba Kapelanielaan 18 c B – 9140 Temse Tel.: 00 32 – 37 71 29 36 Fax: 00 32 – 37 11 26 84

info@bronntechnics.com www.bronntechnics.com

Denmark

Niels Braendekilde APS Jels-Krydset Haderslevvej 59 DK – 6630 Rodding Tel.: 00 45 – 74 55 21 01 Fax: 00 45 – 74 55 21 59

mail@nbc-jels.dk www.nbc-jels.dk

France

Thellier Camping Cars 1 Avenue de l’Avenir F - 14650 Carpiquet Tel.: 00 33 – 2 31 80 06 00 Fax: 00 33 – 2 31 80 06 00

Toulouse espace Loisirs – Loisireo 36 Poute de Paris F – 31130 Fenouillet Tel. : 00 33 – 5 62 10 76 65 Fax : 00 33 – 5 61 70 94 85

Bordeaux Camping-Cars - Loisireo RN 10 - Sortie 32.1 106 Avenue de l'Aquitaine F - 33560 Ste Eulalie Tel.: 00 33 – 5 56 38 12 22 Fax: 00 33 – 5 56 38 03 71

Bonjour Caravaning ZA de l'Hermitière F - 35230 Orgeres Tel.: 00 33 – 2 99 42 39 39 Fax: 00 33 – 2 99 42 35 79

Sud Loire Caravanes 37 ZI de Martigny F - 37210 Parcay Meslay Tel.: 00 33 – 2 47 29 01 11 Fax: 00 33 – 2 47 29 13 89

Socodim 90 Route des Sorinières F – 44400 Reze Tel.: 00 33 – 2 51 70 27 87 Fax: 00 33 – 2 51 70 11 39

Sud Loire Caravanes Route d'Angers - Cholet F – 49750 Beaulieu sur Layon Tel.: 00 33 – 2 41 78 31 66 Fax: 00 33 – 2 41 78 63 12

Caravan’or 104 avenue de la République - BP 70143 F – 59471 Seclin Tel.: 00 33 – 3 20 90 24 84 Fax: 00 33 – 3 20 90 36 84

Eurocar 69 251-255 Route de Grenoble F – 69800 St Priest Tel.: 00 33 – 4 78 90 37 72 Fax: 00 33 – 4 78 90 37 05

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Alpes Evasion RN 201 - 244 Rue de la Dent-du-Chat F – 73420 Voglans-Chambery Tel.: 00 33 – 4 79 61 23 83

Niort Evasion BP 1092 - Souche F – 79010 Niort Cedex Tel.: 00 33 – 5 49 33 41 76 Fax: 00 33 – 5 49 33 45 69

Great Britain

SMC Motorhomes Northern Road NG24 ET Notts Newark Tel.: 00 44 – 13 36 67 07 60 Fax: 00 44 – 13 36 67 07 67

alistair@smcsales.co.uk www.smcmotorhomes.co.uk

Ireland

Pat Horan Motors Ltd The Camper Centre of Ireland Aglish, Borrisokane, Co. Tipperary Tel.: 00 353 – 6 72 11 23 Fax: 00 353 – 6 72 11 88

pathoranmotors@gmail.com www.pathoranmotors.com

Italy

Ottocaravan Rho s.n.c. Via Lainate, 94 I-20017 Rho (MI) Tel.: 00 39 – 02 930 67 97 Fax: 00 39 – 02 935 03 511

info@ottocaravan.it www.ottocaravan.it

Punto Camper di Giorgio De Tisi Via Nazionale 6 I-38060 Besenello (TN) Tel.: 00 39 – 04 64 82 00 44 Fax: 00 39 – 04 64 82 11 70

info@puntocamper.it www.puntocamper.it

Netherlands

Rossèl Recreatie BV Industrieweg 8 a Ind. Terr. De Wiers / Straat 72 NL – 3433 NL Nieuwegein Tel.: 00 31 – 30 – 6 06 13 14 Fax: 00 31 – 30 – 6 06 53 34

rossel@rosselrecreatie.nl www.rosselrecreatie.nl

Norway

Bobil Hansen Røaveien 63 N-2160 Vormsund Tel.: 00 47 – 63 90 17 90 Fax: 00 47 – 63 90 17 91

post@bobilhansen.no www.bobilhansen.no

OK Caravan Rødmyrlia 1 N-3740 Skien Tel.: 00 47 – 35 53 85 55 Fax: 00 47 – 35 53 85 56

odd@okcaravan.no www.okcaravan.no

Bobil Vest AS Brynalii 74 N-5700 Voss Tel.: 00 47 – 95 96 30 04

post@bobilvest.com www.bobilvest.com

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BobilSenteret Namsos AS Axel Sellægs veg 2 N-7805 Namsos Tel.: 00 47 – 74 20 91 00 Fax: 00 47 – 74 20 91 01

kveli@pilote.no www.bobilnamsos.no

Austria

Gebetsroither Unternehmensgruppe Gebetsroitherweg 1 A – 8940 Weißenbach/Liezen Tel.: 00 43 – 36 12 – 26 30 00 Fax: 00 43 – 36 12 – 26 30 04

office@gebetsroither.com www.gebetsroither.com

bei Wien Franz GmbH F.N. der Fa. Gebetsroither Handels-GmbH Industriestr. 15 A-2201 Hagenbrunn Tel:. 00 43 – 22 – 46 47 11 Fax: 00 43 – 22 – 46 47 11 15

in Timelkam Straß 22 A-4850 Timelkam-Vöcklabruck Tel:. 00 43 – 76 72 – 7 77 98 Fax: 00 43 – 76 72 – 7 77 98

gebetsroither-moser@aon.at www.gebetsroither.com

WOMO Jandl GmbH Betriebsgebiet Nord 1 A-3300 Stift Ardagger Tel.: 00 43 – 74 79 200 02 Fax: 00 43 – 74 79 200 02

office@wo-mo.at www.wo-mo.at

Sweden

Forsbergs Fritidscenter AB Bjuv Gnejsgatan 10 SE – 267 90 Bjuv Tel.: 00 46 – 42 83 08 0 Fax: 00 46 – 42 83 08 8

infobjuv@forsbergsfritidscenter.se www.forsbergsfritidscenter.se

Forsbergs Fritidscenter AB Solbacken SE – 51198 Hyssna Tel.: 00 46 – 3 20 – 3 05 50 Fax: 00 46 – 3 20 – 3 05 55

info@forsbergsfritidscenter.se www.forsbergsfritidscenter.se

Stockholms Husbil &Husvagnscenter AB Saluvagen 3 – Box 7014 SE – 187 11 Taby Tel.: 00 46 – 87 56 67 60 Fax: 00 46 – 87 56 44 64

info@shhc.se www.shhc.se

Switzerland

Garage du Château SA Serge & Michel Richard Route du Château 37-39 CH-2520 La Neuville Tel: 00 41 – 32 751 21 90

serge@garagechateau.ch www.garagechateau.ch

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Spain

M3 Caravaning S.A. Ctra. N-340 (Vilafranca-Barcelona) Km 1214,8 E-08720 Vilafranca – Barcelona Tel.: 00 34 – 9 38 18 25 00 Fax: 00 34 – 9 38 18 13 31

Camping Center Madrid CtraN-I (de Burgos) km 24 E-28700 San Sebastian de los Reyes Tel.: 00 34 / 9 38 18 25 00 Fax: 00 34 / 9 38 18 13 31

Czech Republic /Slovakia

Toptrade Palackého 500 CZ – 76901 Holesov Tel.: 00 42 – 07 77 – 77 74 00 Fax: 00 42 – 05 73 – 39 40 92

vavra@toptrade.cz holesov@toptrade.cz

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