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Bailey pproach SE Owner's Manual

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    Bailey caravans, south liberty lane, bristol bs3 2ss www.Bailey-mhomes.Co.Uk ownerʼs manual.

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    Contents i page contents ..................................................................................... I data record .............................................................................. Ii section introduction / warranty / useful advice / body construction .... 1 motorhome code ......

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    Data record ii owners details model ......................................................................................................................................... Vehicle registration number (number plate): .......................................................... Vehicle vin number (und...

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    1-1 introduction welcome congratulations on the purchase of your bailey motorhome. We would like to welcome you into the ranks of bailey owners. We are confident that this vehicle will give you many years of enjoyment. This handbook has been designed to enable you to derive the maximum benefits and ...

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    1-2 introduction safety this handbook contains the information that you will require for your safe enjoyment of your motorhome. All the information contained herein is important. However, to draw your attention to specific items we have prefixed them with the following symbols to indicate a warning,...

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    1-3 introduction model: this handbook covers all of the peugeot based approach se models built on an al-ko chassis. Gas system: this system is for use on vehicles with a 30 mb gas system. The gas system pressure is noted on a label inside the gas locker. Conversion type: your vehicle is classed as a...

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    1-4 warranty bailey warranty if you have a problem, or enquiry relating to your motorhome please follow these steps: • check the handbooks. • contact your supplying retailer for assistance. • the following suppliers provide a direct aftersales service please contact them directly: al-ko al-ko kober ...

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    1-5 warranty motorhome with the following specified exceptions. • the following items are covered for one (1) year from the date of first registration: - leisure batteries • the following items are not covered: - replacement bulbs, light emitting diodes, fluorescent tubes or fuses. - window blinds a...

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    1-6 carried out with six (6) weeks either side of each anniversary of the original purchase date. The original vat invoices must be retained as proof that these annual inspections have been carried out. • during the first three (3) years of the warranty cover, all annual inspections and repairs must...

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    1-7 instructions or notices published from time to time by bailey relating to the proper care and maintenance of the approach se motorhome; or e) structural degradation or other damage caused by water ingress through non permanently sealed seams or joints (such as, without limitation, around windows...

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    1-8 useful advice driving licence before you drive or allow any person to drive your motorhome you must check your/their driving licence against the criteria of your particular vehicle. Category b with this category on your driving licence you can drive vehicles with a mtplm of up to 3500 kilograms,...

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    1-9 useful advice advice on towing the towing specification alters depending on the vehicle’s weight. Towing requires sensible loading of both the motorhome and the towed object. When towing, the demands on both the driver and the vehicle are increased. When towing, manoeuvrability is reduced with t...

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    1-10 body construction body construction, internal fittings and soft furnishings: exterior side walls: gel coat grp in ral 9001 interior side walls: grp in ral 9001 floor vinyl: focus 046, 2.4 metres width furniture: walnut curtains: bailey vivaldi in richmond aubergine tiebacks: in striped calpe co...

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    2-1 motorhome code motorhome code the country and coastal codes upon arrival at your destination you should be aware of the country code relating to motorhome owners. The country code can be found on page 2-3. Code of conduct - camp sites check the site regulations arrivals • report to reception imm...

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    2-2 motorhome code fire precautions adhere to and make note of all fire precautions including the whereabouts of the fire points. It is recommended that a 1 kg (2lb) dry powder fire extinguisher is carried. It should comply with bs 5423 and be marked bsi or foc approved. It is important to check at ...

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    2-3 motorhome code the country code enjoy the countryside but respect its life and work. More people than ever before are exploring the countryside, interested in farming, plant life, bird watching or just observing the general wildlife. Whatever your interest, there is a lot to learn, but please ob...

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    2-4 motorhome code.

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    3-1 preparing for the road your motorhome (weights explained) mass in running order (mro) this refers to the weight of your motorhome as it leaves the factory complete with its standard fixtures and fittings. • 90% of automotive fuel • driver (at 75 kg, 11st 2lb) • the lpg cylinders 90% full • the f...

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    3-2 preparing for the road loading and the distribution of weight in the motorhome loading loads must not be exceeded. The driver is responsible for arranging the loads so that they comply with the technical weight limits of the specific motorhome model. See specification in the service manual. Corr...

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    3-3 preparing for the road • check that the battery selection switch is in the off position. • check that the battery is secure and that the battery box door is securely fastened. • ensure that the fridge is set to 12v operation and the door lock is set. (please note that the electrical relays will ...

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    3-4 preparing for the road.

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    4-1 on the road motorway driving speed limits (uk) if a lower speed limit is not in force, your motorhome can be driven up to 70 mph on motorways and 60 mph on dual carriageways. Reduce speed * in high or cross winds * downhill * in poor visibility. • high sided vehicles cause air buffeting so extra...

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    4-2 on the road three years of age, must wear an appropriate child restraint such as a child or booster seat suitable for their age and weight. Children over 135 cm (4’5”) in height or aged over 12 years must wear a seat belt. It is the legal responsibility of the driver to ensure children aged up t...

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    4-3 on the road • always check the anchorage points after an impact; if these are deformed the seatbelt frame will need to be replaced. • never modify the belt. • inspect your seatbelt on a regular basis. Jacking position the jack in the hole provided as shown in figs 2 and 3. Rear vehicle jacking p...

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    4-4 on the road of the wheel (do not fully remove the bolts as the carrier will suddenly drop) • lift the wheel carrier frame slightly and move the frame supports (b) forward and clear of the carrier frame (fig 6). • lower the frame and wheel to the floor (fig 7). • remove the spare wheel. Fig 6 fig...

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    5-1 safety & security safety important: your attention is drawn to the notice fixed in your motorhome advising on fire protection, ventilation and what to do in case of fire. Children never leave children alone in the motorhome and keep potentially dangerous items out of reach as at home e.G. Matche...

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    5-2 safety & security in the interest of safety, replacement parts for appliances must conform to the manufacturer’s specifications and should be fitted by them or an authorised agent. • never use portable cooking or heating equipment other than electric heaters that are not of the direct radiant ty...

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    5-3 safety & security carbon monoxide alarm a fire angel co-9b battery operated alarm is fitted near to the ceiling in your motorhome. Features: • an advanced electrochemical sensor designed to accurately measure low levels of carbon monoxide (co) providing an early warning of toxic co levels in you...

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    5-4 safety & security if the localised carbon monoxide level within the sensor does not reach 50ppm during the test, the sensor test will stop automatically after 3 minutes. Understanding your product’s indicators the higher the concentration of carbon monoxide detected by the detector, the quicker ...

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    5-5 safety & security security theft the theft of a motorhome can occur in the most unlikely circumstance; from a motorway area, even from an owner’s driveway. Secure all windows and doors when your motorhome is unoccupied even if only for a short length of time. Additional security there is a vehic...

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    5-6 safety & security.

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    6-1 connection of services please read and become familiar with the operating instructions for the equipment within your bailey motorhome. Connections of services are dealt with under three separate headings, water, gas and electricity. Water system the bailey motorhome is fitted with a fresh water ...

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    6-2 connection of services operating instructions whale tankfill system the onboard tank can either be filled using a whale submersible pump or a whale aquasource mains hook-up. The whale universal pump is used to supply a pressurised water system to the taps and shower. Filling the onboard tank the...

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    6-3 connection of services 2. Using the whale submersible pump (when a drinking water tap is not at hand). • fill a suitable water container, and place below the whale watermaster socket. • place the whale submersible pump into the water container; the pump should reach the bottom of the container. ...

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    6-4 connection of services cleaning the grit filter • switch off the power supply to the pump, and drain the water system. • following the arrows marked open on the filter cover, unscrew the filter cover. • remove and clean the filter. • replace the filter. • with the o-ring in its groove, replace t...

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    6-5 connection of services gas system general information liquefied petroleum gas (lpg) is the most convenient ‘portable’ fuel for your vehicle. The maximum capacity of the gas cylinder compartment is 1 x 13kg gas cylinder and 1 x 6kg gas cylinder. Your vehicle is installed with en route heating all...

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    6-6 connection of services precautions make sure that cooking appliances are switched off before you move the motorhome. All gas appliances in your motorhome can have their gas supply individually isolated by turning off the relevant tap. The tap is either located on the centrally positioned gas man...

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    6-7 connection of services cylinder against the gas pressure regulation system,) hold the reset button (no 3) in for at least 5 seconds before slowly releasing the green button. (crash sensor triggering element reset) on the monocontrol cs. Changing the lpg cylinder please use the included spanner t...

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    6-8 connection of services ventilation carbon monoxide is odourless, colourless and tasteless and will rapidly cause unconsciousness and death with little or no warning prior to collapse. Under no circumstances should the motorhome’s ventilation be blocked or obstructed in any way. High level ventil...

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    6-9 connection of services on leaving motorhome site • switch off the site supply. • switch off the motorhome rcd unit. • then disconnect the pitch lead. • switch off and disconnect portable appliances. • stow cable in a tidy state. • in case of difficulty consult an approved electrical installation...

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    6-10 connection of services to re-set, operate the switch as for m.C.Bs. Every time you connect to a site supply the rcd should be checked by operating the test button marked ‘t’. The unit should immediately switch to the off position. If the unit does not switch off, do not use the mains supply sys...

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    6-11 connection of services do not continuously charge the battery when motorhome is not in use. • switch off all appliances before disconnecting battery. • negative connections should always be disconnected first and reconnected last. • car type battery chargers are not suitable for charging a leis...

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    6-12 connection of services fig 5 bailey mot orhome 12v & 230v circuit diagram.

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    6-13 connection of services bailey mot orhome road lights wiring fig 6.

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    6-14 connection of services.

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    7-1 fitted equipment bca control panel fig 1 overview the bca-dcp-1200 is the central control unit for your motor home. It allows you to easily control the electrical system, saving you power, and providing more useful functionality. • the lcd screen provides clear feedback to display large menus an...

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    7-2 fitted equipment of standby by pressing the enter button . • on the clock menu, hold enter for 3 seconds until the hours begin to flash. • press left or right until the desired hour is reached. • press enter. The minutes will begin to flash. • use left and right until the desired minute is reach...

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    7-3 fitted equipment warranty if you believe there is a problem with your control panel please contact your motor home dealer who will be able to help. The appearance of the control panel may vary, but the functions are the same. Level, this menu shows ho full your waste tank is as a percentage. If ...

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    7-4 fitted equipment exterior products al-ko amc chassis your vehicle is fitted with an amc chassis conversion supplied and fitted by al-ko kober limited. As a result the base vehicle has undergone certain changes. The original rear frame has been replaced by a hot-dip galvanised al-ko lightweight c...

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    7-5 fitted equipment vehicle characteristics and maintenance. Nameplate the vehicle is fitted with an al-ko type plate, which is located on the front cross member in the engine compartment. This contains the following information: a ec type approval number for single or tandem axle vehicles b stage ...

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    7-6 fitted equipment rooflights heki rooflights operating, safety and care instructions heki 1. Opening in the tilt setting a) press the locking buttons at both catches on the glass and turn inwards through approx. 90 ° . B) grasp the bar in the middle, unclip from the anchoring fasteners, swivel th...

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    7-7 fitted equipment 3. Opening in permanent ventilation setting a) open both catches on the glass. B) push glass dome up approx. 2 cm with both hands on the two catches and turn the catches to fix them in the ventilation setting. To close heki, perform steps (a-b) in reverse order. 4. Closing the b...

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    7-8 fitted equipment mpk rooflight the mpk roof light is situated in the bathroom of your motorhome over the shower compartment. It is fitted with a fly screen for your comfort. The fly screen is hinged allowing you access to the handles that enable you to raise the rooflight’s dome for ventilation ...

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    7-9 fitted equipment general care instructions as a general rule, avoid abrasive cleaning products or cloths, or any heavy chemical-based cleaning products that have a high concentration of acids or alkaline. The constituents can lead to the degradation of plastic and other surface treatments used i...

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    7-10 fitted equipment cavity surfaces. Clean the interior before using it for the first time. Use soap, water and rinse carefully. 3. To light: open door, push in the control knob and turn to full rate and press in the ignition button which is located on the fascia. 4. Ignition must be carried out w...

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    7-11 fitted equipment when you are cooking it is essential to provide additional ventilation, such as opening windows near the grill and oven. Temperature control the temperature control in the oven is controlled by a thermostatic gas tap and is variable over the range 130 ° c to 240 ° . Approximate...

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    7-12 fitted equipment gas mark temperature (centre of the oven) 1/4- 1/2 265-275 ° f 130-135 ° c very cool meringues 1 285 140 cool stewed fruit 2 300 150 cool rich fruit cake 3 330 165 warm baked custards 4 355 180 moderate victoria sandwich 5 385 195 fairly hot whisked sponges 6 410 210 hot shortc...

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    7-13 fitted equipment stainless steel sink stainless steel sinks need little maintenance other than cleaning immediately after use. Most deposits can be removed by washing with soap or mild detergent and hot water, followed by a clean water rinse and drying with a soft cloth to prevent water spottin...

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    7-14 fitted equipment general information • this appliance is designed for domestic household use. • you should only operate the appliance when the rotating plate and rotating base are in position. • you should only use ovenware that is suitable for being used in a microwave. • to prevent corrosion ...

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    7-15 fitted equipment time. * if it is necessary for younger family members to be in the kitchen, please ensure that they are kept under close supervision at all times. Important: this appliance should only be operated by adults. You should not allow young children to use the microwave without super...

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    7-16 fitted equipment the turntable • never place the rotating plate upside down. • the rotating plate and rotating base must always be used during cooking. • all food and food containers must always be placed on the rotating plate during cooking. If the rotating plate or rotating base cracks or bre...

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    7-17 fitted equipment setting the clock • when your appliance is connected to the power supply for the first time, the led display (a) will show 0.00 and an audible signal will sound once. • press the clock/pre-set time button (j), the hour digits will flash. • use the adjustment dial (g) to adjust ...

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    7-18 fitted equipment interrupting a cooking cycle • if you wish to temporarily interrupt a cooking cycle when it is in progress (for example to stir what you are heating), you should press the door button (f). • the door of the microwave will open and it will stop heating immediately. • to restart ...

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    7-19 fitted equipment defrost by weight • press the defrost by weight button (k) and the led display (a) will show “def1”. • turn the adjustment dial (g) to select the weight of the food that you want to defrost. The letter “g” will appear on the led display (a) to indicate grams. • the microwave wi...

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    7-20 fitted equipment auto menu function • your microwave has menus pre- programmed into it, where it will cook particular types of food on pre-set power levels and for pre-set periods of time. • press the auto menu button (i) to access the auto menu function, the led display (a) will show “a-1”. • ...

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    7-21 fitted equipment safety lock • when the microwave is not heating, it is possible to switch on the safety lock. • press and hold down the cancel/stop button (e) for 3 seconds. • the microwave will emit a long audible signal and the led display (a) will display a padlock symbol. • until the safet...

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    7-22 fitted equipment material remarks aluminium foil to be used for shielding only. Small smooth pieces can be used to cover thin parts of meat or poultry to prevent overcooking. Arcing can occur if foil is too close to the cavity walls. The foil should be at least 2.5 cm away from the cavity walls...

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    7-23 fitted equipment cleaning operations must only be carried out when the oven is cool. The appliance should be disconnected from your mains supply before commencing any cleaning process. The appliance exterior • you should wipe over the front of the appliance with a soft cloth and warm water mixe...

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    7-24 fitted equipment troubleshooting * the microwave will not switch on. - check that the appliance has been connected to the mains supply correctly. - check that the fuse in the moulded plug has not blown. - check that the fuses in your fuse box have not blown. - if fuses blow on a regular basis, ...

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    7-25 fitted equipment refrigerators winter operation - dometic refrigerators please check that the ventilation grilles or the flue outlets are not blocked by snow, leaves etc. Dometic advise that winter covers are used below 8ºc, these can be purchased through your bailey dealer or the bailey parts ...

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    7-26 fitted equipment explanation: the refrigerator is equipped to operate on mains power, 12v dc or liquefied gas. Select the desired power supply by turning the energy selector switch a. The energy selector switch a has four settings: off, ac mains voltage, dc (battery) gas. Electrical operation a...

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    7-27 fitted equipment appliances with battery ignitor. Each refrigerator with manual ignition is equipped with an automatic flame safety valve which interrupts the gas supply approximately 30 seconds after the flame has extinguished. Door locking fixing and releasing the door lock hook when parking ...

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    7-28 fitted equipment removable freezer compartment positioning the storage racks exchange of the igniter’s battery fig 20 to enlarge the cooling space, just remove the freezer compartment. Unlock the freezer compartment on both sides and pull it out. Store the freezer compartment safely in order to...

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    7-29 fitted equipment shutting off the regulator lighting fig 23 • for battery igniter models, set energy selector switch a to position ‘off’. The appliance is switched off. • press the ‘mode’ button to switch off mes and aes models. Keep button a pressed for two seconds. The display disappears and ...

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    7-30 fitted equipment troubleshooting before notifying the authorised service centre, please check whether: • the instructions in the section “operating the refrigerator” have been followed. • the refrigerator is level. • it is possible to operate the refrigerator with any available power source. Fa...

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    7-31 fitted equipment truma combi boiler introduction the liquefied gas heater ‘truma combi’ is a warm air heater with an integrated hot water boiler (10 litre volume) the burner operates fan supported, which ensures trouble-free function even when on the move. The heater can be used to heat the roo...

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    7-32 fitted equipment fig 25 quick user guide combi 4 e operating information truma dial information (see fig 25) warm weather operation (supplying hot water only) select gas or electrical operation with the power selector switch. The yellow led will illuminate on the switch to indicate the unit is ...

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    7-33 fitted equipment • the yellow led will indicate that the water is in the heat-up phase. When room temperature selected on the lower panel is reached, the heater will switch back to its lowest output and will heat the water to 60 ° . • once the water temperature is reached the heater will switch...

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    7-34 fitted equipment bathroom do not expose the bathroom plastic fittings to cleaning products or abrasive material containing concentrated perfumes, body oil, linseed oil, gritty or abrasive substances, solvents (white spirits, anti freeze etc.) these may cause permanent damage to the material. Al...

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    7-35 fitted equipment preparing for use (standard) • open the access door on the outside of your motorhome. • remove the waste holding tank by pulling the safety catch (which holds the tank in place) upwards. • pull the waste holding tank outward to the stop. Tip it slightly and take the tank fully ...

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    7-36 fitted equipment plunger while emptying the tank. After emptying, rinse the tank and blade thoroughly with water. Do not vigorously shake the tank or use high pressure water cleaners. This may cause damage to the tank’s interior. The vent plunger should only be depressed once the emptying spout...

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    7-37 fitted equipment vaseline or any vegetable oil except olive oil. These may cause leakage or malfunction. The lip seal is a part of the toilet that is subject to wear. Depending upon the extent and manner of use, the seals will become less effective and will need replacing periodically. Winter o...

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    7-38 fitted equipment bathroom shower tap your shower tap has a high quality finish and should be treated with care to preserve the visible surfaces. All surface finished will wear if not cleaned correctly, the only safe way to clean your mixer is to wipe with a soft damp cloth. Stains can be remove...

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    7-39 fitted equipment horrex ucs duo plissÉ using the ucs duo plissé • it is recommended to move the pull bars separately, and not when the two pull bars are connected to each other. • this will reduce the friction and will make it easier to use. • do not move the pull bars up and down fast, repeate...

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    7-40 fitted equipment remis concertina cab blinds remis concertina blinds are fitted to the front windscreen and side windows in the cab of your motorhome. Bailey has chosen to fit these blinds to ensure that when you are sleeping in your vehicle you are not disturbed by the outside light due to the...

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    7-41 fitted equipment cleaning of remis cab blinds • avoid using aggressive cleaning agents (solvents/ abrasives). • clean the frame elements of the front and side systems with a damp cloth and mild soap solution. • clean the folding material carefully with a soft brush or damp cloth. Horrex room di...

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    7-42 fitted equipment • if there are severe stains on the profiles, a cleaning cream with micro particles is recommended. This cleaner may only be used on the profiles. Tecnoform doors and worktops wipe the doors with a soft, slightly damp cloth (not wet) and then dry them with a dry cloth. Worktops...

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    7-43 fitted equipment upholstery general the approach se models are designed with multiple bed layouts and sleeping arrangements. Sometimes the bed make-up utilises the cab seats: other times the beds are made separately. Cab seats the reclining cab seats have full forward and rearward movement by r...

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    7-44 fitted equipment kitchen area the kitchen area is equipped with a thetford oven, grill and hob. The hob has four single burners. Adjacent to the hob is a stainless steel sink with a removable sink bowl on top of which is the storage for both the drainer and chopping board. The sink is fed by a ...

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    8-1 care of your motorhome care and maintenance of your motorhome cleaning / usage information: • wash the motorhome by hand, using a sponge with plenty of clean water to avoid scratching. • use with a mild detergent in the clean water. • test any cleaning solution on a small area of the vehicle bef...

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    8-2 care of your motorhome • if it is not possible to use the space heater open the skylights or windows slightly but keep the main door closed as much as possible. • after showering, keep the bathroom door closed and the window or the skylight open long enough for the room to dry. Preparing your ve...

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    8-3 care of your motorhome useful telephone numbers and e mail addresses bailey help line ........................................................................ Helpline@bailey-caravans.Co.Uk bailey spares telephone number ................................................... Parts@bailey-caravans.C...

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    8-4 care of your motorhome.

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    Bailey caravans, south liberty lane, bristol bs3 2ss www.Bailey-mhomes.Co.Uk ownerʼs manual.