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Volkswagen sherbourne Owner's Manual
Summary of sherbourne
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Page 2: Welcome
Welcome congratulations on your purchase of an auto-sleeper, we are confident it will give you many years of pleasure. This handbook has been compiled to enable you to obtain the maximum pleasure from your vehicle. It contains instructions for the use of the appliances installed in it along with adv...
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Page 4: Introduction
1/ 1 u t introduction 1 model this handbook covers the volkswagen sherbourne. This model is based on the volkswagen long wheelbase chassis cab, built to motorhome specification. 2 co nversio n type styrofoam and glassfibre combination; styrofoam panels have grp outer skin. Sherbourne has 2 berths as...
Page 5: Check Lists
Check lists before you leave l s:ed below are actions it is recommended you take before driving your "totoftiome. Gas ensure all appliances are turned off and the gas is turned off at the cylinder. E~sure that there is sufficient gas to meet your needs. Electrical ensure that your mains hook-up cabl...
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: - furniture lids are lowered, cupboards and flaps are closed and secured. The refrigerator door is closed and secured by its travelling catch. : 5 roof ventilators are closed and locked in the down position. The bathroom is not used whilst the vehicle is in motion. Top hinged windows are closed, a...
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52.3 water system the water pump is controlled by the master switch in the electrical control panel. When the water system is not required, the pump should be switched off. If the pump is not switched off, the system will remain pressurised and the pump will cycle periodically to maintain that press...
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Dogs and pets fire precautions awnings & tents departure wild camping xi. Parking driving power generators must be adequately silenced and used with consideration. All dogs and other pets should be kept under control. Unless permission has been granted, no animal should be allowed loose on the site ...
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When the vehicle is in motion it is compulsory that all passengers are seated and seat restraint straps worn. Before moving off, elevating roofs should be lowered and correctly secured, and top hinged windows closed. Likewise all doors and access lockers for gas containers and chemical toilets must ...
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She fish can take years to grow and fines can be imposed for not observing *accra 'egulations. □c not pu up seaweed unnecessarily. M a ts . : _ r visit instructive - not destructive. _ x x a- -aterial, don't remove it. Take notes and photographs, not specimens. I : i r - e bye-laws and be considerat...
Page 11: Arrangement Of Equipment
Arrangement of equipment 1 general 1.1 the volkswagen sherbourne features an ‘l’ shaped dinette which makes up into a large transverse double bed. A pullout overcab bed, suitable for children, is available as an option, in place of the luton lockers. The shower/toilet compartment is at the rear, wit...
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4.3 each gas appliance is protected by its own isolation tap - this single bank of taps is located in the small storage compartment immediately beneath the refrigerator unit. This four bank gas tap assembly, reading from top to bottom, controls the following appliances:- each tap is in the "on" posi...
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- 4.5 to enable the seat to be pushed to the stowed position, underneath there is a locking mechanism, which first must be released whereupon the seat will slide back to form the 'u' shaped dinette position. -.4.6 beneath the forward facing seat, with access from above through the hinged seat base, ...
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7.2 optional overcab bed. This optional overcab bed may be specified, at the time of ordering in place of the luton locker. This bed may be formed as follows:- 7.2.2 release catches retaining rearmost mattress board in vertical position and lay flat. Place loose mattress in space requiring infil. 7....
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12 rear corner steadies 12.1.1 the rear corner steadies, which can be lowered by using the special wheel brace, are designed to give greater stability to the vehicle when stationary on site. The wheel brace for lowering the rear corner steadies is stored, secured by clips, in the settee base, retain...
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Lowering spare wheel bracket when loosening bolts observe the following sequence: •loosen safety screw (b) until it turns freely. The safety screw (b) is held at the end with a clip so that it cannot be screwed out completely. •remove securing screw (a) completely . The spare wheel carrier then rest...
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Warning: for safety reasons, the spare wheel carrier must always be firmly secured with screws a and b so that the spare wheel cannot fall down accidentally. Note: the distance between the spare wheel carrier and the underside of the vehicle is height adjustable. In this way it is possible to secure...
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17 cycle rack 17.1.1 in order that a cycle rack can be fitted, the rear of sherbourne’s coachwork has been strengthened accordingly. A 700mm x 12mm thick timber is bonded into the bodywork immediately above the rear light units, laterally across the vehicle. This allows the lower mounting brackets f...
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Page 24: Appliances
Appliances 1 general 1.1 this section covers the operating instructions of all the appliances fitted to your auto-sleeper. These instructions are repeated in the appliance documentation found in your vehicle pack. Before using any appliance, please refer to these operating instructions, which for yo...
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2.3.1 when the system chooses lp gas operation, the flame failure device is automatically opened, allowing the gas to flow to the burner. At the same time, the electronic igniter is energised. 2.3.2 after initial installation, servicing, or changing gas cylinders etc., the gas pipes may contain some...
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2.8 undervoltage operation 2.8.1 the aes system is designed to guarantee the maximum cooling efficiency under any circumstances. Therefore, the system monitors continuously the voltage level while being in either 12v dc or 230v ac mode. If the voltage is too low, the system switches to gas mode show...
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2.12.5 most kinds of frozen food can be stored in the frozen food c o m p a r ~ f- - -: - a month. This period of time may vary, however, and it is important to *: : • tne instructions on the individual packages. 2.13 ice making 2.13.1 it is practical to make ice during the night - then the refriger...
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2.16.4 the exterior of the refrigerator should be wiped clean regularly, using a damp cloth and a small quantity of detergent, but not the door gasket, which should only be cleaned with soap and water and then thoroughly dried. 2.16.5 the cooling unit behind the refrigerator should be cleaned with a...
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2.19 maintenance 2.19.1 always turn to a qualified service technician who is familiar with lp gas systems and refrigerators. 2.19.2 we recommend that a service technician checks the refrigerator once a year. 2.19.3 inspect the gas hose periodically for cracks or deep chafing marks. 2.19.4 check that...
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3 trumatic e 2400 space heater l.P.G. Heater with electronic control, built-in air distribution and thermostat. Operating instructions always observe the operating instructions and "important operating notes" prior to starting! The vehicle owner is responsible for the correct operation of the applia...
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Fuses fig h1: the appliance fuses are situated on the electronic p.C. Board on the appliance. Important note: only replace the miniature fuses f1 and f2 with a fuse of the same type: f1 = 3,15 af en 60127-2-1 (fast) f2 = 1,25 af en 60127-2-2 (fast) red indicator lamp "failure" should a failure occur...
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General safety notes if the gas system is leaking or if there is a smell of gas: -extinguish all naked fames do not smoke switch off the appliances shut off the gas cylinder open the windows do not actuate any electrical switches have the entire system checked by an expert 1. Repairs may only be car...
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4 cec battery charger and power supply unit 4.1 introduction 4.1.1 the cec battery charger is located in the forward facing section of the 'l' shaped settee on the offside; access is through the base of the settee; the battery charger is mounted on the inner face of the settee wall adjacent to the g...
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4.4 specification mains input 220/240 volts - ac frequency 50 hz output voltage 13.8 volts dc output current 12 amps (max) dc output fuse 20mm quick blow (see label for rating) dimensions height 175mm width 150mm depth 75mm weight (inc. Cable) 1.12 kg 4.5 product support service 4.5.1 plug-ln-system...
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5.4 troubleshooting 5.4.1 vibration induced by road conditions can cause plumbing to loosen. In the event of a leak first check for any system components that are loose. Most leaks can be resolved by simply tightening the hardware. 5.4.2 pump will not start/blows circuit- check: i. Electrical connec...
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5.4.6 rapid cycling - check: i. Pressure switch shut-off adjustment. Ii. W ater purifier, if fitted, should be on separate feed line. Iii. For restrictive plumbing, flow restrictors in taps/shower heads. 5.5.7 leaks from pump head or switch - check: i. For loose screws at switch or pump head. Ii. Sw...
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6.2 operation 6.2.1 turn the bowl in to the most comfortable position (fig. 8). 6.2.2 before using the toilet it is recommended to flush some water into the bowl by lifting and pressing down the flush handle (figs. 9 & 9a). 6.2.3 after use open the blade by sliding the blade-handle anti-clockwise (f...
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6.4 cleaning and maintenance 6.4.1 it is advisable to clean the seal and blade with thetford bathroom cleaner and rinse with water. Alternatively use a lukewarm solution of diluted washing-up liquid. Never use household cleaners as they could cause irreversible damage to the seal and other toilet pa...
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6.8 thetford warranty (statement by manufacturer) 6.8.1 the thetford cassette toilet is warranted to the original buyer for one year from the date of purchase. 6.8.2 the warranty covers replacement of parts arising from defects and workmanship and from the inability of the unit to perform its intend...
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7 spinflo 4 burner caprice tower unit 7.1 operation 7.1.1 ensure the gas cylinder is turned on. 7.1.2 in the event of a gas smell turn off at isolation tap (lower tap in bank of taps) and at the cylinder. Contact your nearest auto-sleeper dealer. 7.2 hotplate burners 7.2.1 glass lids may shatter whe...
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7.3 grill 7.3.1 accessible parts may be hot when the grill is used! Young children should be kept away. 7.3.2 glass may shatter when heated. Turn off all burners and grill before shutting the grill flap. 7.3.3 although the grill does heat up quickly, it is recommended that a few minutes preheat be a...
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7.5 do’s and dont’s 7.5.1 do read the user instructions carefully before using the appliance for the first time. 7.5.2 do allow the oven to heat before using for the first time, in order to expel any smells before the introduction of food. 7.5.3 do clean the appliance regularly. 7.5.4 do remove spil...
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Gas mark temperature 6000/6100 1/4 - 1 /2 265-275 °f 130-135 °c very cool meringues 1 285 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 shortcrust pastry 7 430 220 hot bread, scon...
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7.8.3 butane/propane gas is heavier than air; any escaping gas will therefore collect at a low level. The strong unpleasant smell of gas will enable the general area of the leak to be detected. Check that the gas is not escaping from an unlighted appliance. Never check for leaks with a naked flame, ...
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9.2 safety/drain valve e =lever position "closed" f =lever position "drain" 9.3 filling the truma-ultrastore with water 9.3.1 check that the safety/drain valve in the cold water intake is closed: lever should be in horizontal position, position (e). 9.3.2 open hot tap in bathroom or kitchen, with pr...
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9.4.4 9.5 9.5.1 9.5.2 9.5.3 9.5.4 9.5.5 9.5.6 9.6 9.6.1 9.6.2 9.6.3 the water heater can now be drained directly to the outside via the safety/drain valve. Check that the water contents have been completed drained (approximately 10 litres). Control panel (gas operation) a = slide switch on/off. B = ...
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9.7 9.7.1 9.7.2 9.7.3 9.8 9.9 9.9.1 9.9.2 9.9.3 9.9.4 9.9.5 9.9.6 red indicator lam p'tailure" the red indicator lamp (c) lights up if there is a failure. The reason for such an indication is, for example, if no gas is available or if there is air in the gas supply system, triggering the excess temp...
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9.10 fault tracing guide 9.10.1 gas operation primary symptom cause cure when switching on from cold, no indicator lights come on no power at wallswitch. Reversed power supply check wire connections. Check polarity of connection from motorhome wiring to wallswitch. Correct polarity and replace fuse ...
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10 heki 2 roof ventilator 10.1 to open in the tilted position (see figures 1 and 2 above) 10.1.1 press the knob in the toggle catches on either side of the glass and turn through approximately 90°. 10.1.2 grasp the metal bar in the middle, snap it out of its holder, swivel down and push the glass do...
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10.3 to open in the ventilation position (see figure 4 above) 10.3.1 open the toggle catches on either side of the glass. 10.3.2 using both hands on the two toggle catches, press the glass dome up about 2cm and fasten the toggle catches in the corresponding setting. 10.3.3 to close the heki 2, proce...
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10.8 notes 10.8.1 do not stand on the acrylic glass dome. 10.8.2 close heki 2 completely before moving off. 10.8.3 do not leave your vehicle when heki 2 is open. 10.8.4 please consult your local auto-sleeper dealer if you have any problems or defects. 10.8.5 remove any snow/ice or dirt before openin...
Page 52: Electrical System
Electrical system 1 control panel the control panel is located on the forward facing fridge side panel. It incorporates a 12v master switch, led battery status indicator, led water level indicator, lighting master switch, pump master switch, 4 miniature circuit breakers, pump running indicator and a...
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1.4.4 waste tank full indicator this will illuminate when the waste water tank has reached its full capacity level. 1.5 habitation battery/fuses 1.5.1 the main habitation battery is located in the forward facing rear seat. 1.5.2 the battery is of the 80ah leisure type and requires periodic maintenan...
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2.9 mcb1 (10 amp) mcb2 (10 amp) models) mcb3 (6 amp) 230v socket outlet truma e2400 space heater (optional on styrofoam refrigerator (mains op), battery charger, water heater and 230v light - 5 4 - www.Vwt4camper.Info - a useful website for owners and enthusiasts of vw t4 transporter campervans.
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Page 56: Water System
Water system 1 fresh/waste tanks 1.1 both fresh and waste water tanks are fitted on the underside of the vehicle. For capacities of both see section 11. The water system is externally filled using non-toxic semi-rigid hose. All pipework is manufactured to food grade material specification. The drain...
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Page 58: Gas System
1 safety advice 1.1 liquified petroleum gas (lpg) has a stenching agent added to make it smell as an aid leak detection. 1.2 if at any time a gas leak is suspected turn off the cylinder at the valve and do not use the gas system until any leak has been eliminated. 1.3 if the cylinder is leaking it s...
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6 pipework 6.1 two types of pipe are used on the system. 6.2 the first is the flexible tubing connecting the regulator to the low pressure nozzle and this must comply with the requirements of bs 3212/1. This must be replaced continually. 6.3 the second is the copper pipework connecting the appliance...
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Page 61: Safety Precautions
Safety precautions 1 general 1.1 before using your auto-sleeper, you should be fully conversant with the following safety precautions; if you are in any doubt as to the meaning of any of them you should contact your supplying auto-sleeper dealer. Please read the following carefully. 1.2 in the inter...
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2.5 charger unit 2.5.1 keep the charger unit well ventilated and never allow material or bags to be in contact with the unit casing which gets hot when the unit is operating. 2.6 230 volt mains operation 2.6.1 before connecting to the supply, ensure that the contacts in both the plug and the socket ...
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3.4.3 for butane cylinders with 'switch-on' or 'clip-on' connectors consult your dealer on the type of adapter or regulator you require and fit in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 3.5 screwed cylinder connections 3.5.1 all screwed connections should be firmly tightened with a spanner...
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4.2 4.2.1 4.3 4.3.1 safe usage to avoid accidents, the following fundamental advice should be carefully read before using gas appliances or changing gas cylinders. I. Always read and follow the use and maintenance instructions provided by the manufacturers of gas equipment. Should any soot accumulat...
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4.4 changing gas cylinders 4.4.1 the following procedure should be adopted. I. Extinguish any fire, flame or source of ignition (including cigarettes, pipes and pilot lights) before changing gas cylinders. Ii. W herever possible change gas cylinders in the open air. Iii. Ensure that the gas cylinder...
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4.6 fire 4.6.1 precautions and actions to be taken: i. A fire extinguisher of adequate size and preferably of the dry powder type should be available. Ii. The initial use of dry powder extinguishers is recommended only if it is likely that the leakage can be stopped by closing the cylinder valve or ...
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6 safety matters - general 6.1 below are some useful do’s and dont’s which should be borne in mind at all times when using your auto-sleeper. 6.1.1 do i. Close all roof ventilators when the vehicle is in motion. Ii. Drain the waste tank before driving away from a site, or as soon as practicable to a...
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9 fire - safety advice to users 9.1 ventilation 9.1.1 do not obstruct the permanent ventilation openings which are fitted; your safety depends on them. 9.2 in case of fire 9.2.1 get everyone out. 9.2.2 turn off outside gas valve and/or liquid fuel valve (if fitted). 9.2.3 disconnect the main electri...
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Maintenance and servicing 1 general 1.1 in order to keep your auto-sleeper in first class condition, periodic maintenance will be required to both the bodywork, windows, upholstery and other parts of the conversion. This maintenance should be carried out as detailed below. 1.2 servicing 1.2.1 servic...
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2.5 recommended materials 2.5.1 we would recommend farecla caravan pride materials for both fibreglass maintenance and for the removal of scratches from acrylic windows. These materials are readily available from approved farecla outlets. Cleaning fibreglass bodies & roofs: discolouration: removing ...
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3.3.3 we strongly recommend that before commencing any treatment an inconspicuous piece of material is tested for colourfastness and shrinkage. If in doubt, please contact a professional dry cleaning company. Do not apply cleaning solvents to velour piping, otherwise the flock will be removed. 4 wor...
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9 water system 9.1 fresh w ater tank 9.1.1 at regular intervals, and at least every three months, the fresh water system should be flushed through with fresh water. Furthermore it is advisable that prior to using your auto-sleeper, the fresh water system is thoroughly flushed with fresh water. 9.2 w...
Page 75: Winterisation
Winterisation 1. General 1.1.1 this section contains information on the winterisation of your auto-sleeper, particularly when you may wish to lay up your vehicle for the winter months. 1.2 water system 1.2.1 the water system should be fully emptied and the drain taps on both the fresh water tank and...
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1.9 thetford cassette toilet 1.9.1 the thetford cassette c200-cw is easily winterised for storage. 1.9.2 empty remaining fresh water into the bowl by activating the flush handle up and down. 1.9.3 once pump has been cleared and water flow has stopped complete, release into waste tank. Remove waste t...
Page 77: Trouble Shooting
Trouble shooting 1 shown below are a series of fault finding charts to which you should refer in the event of problems you may have regarding 230/12v, lpg and water. This should be used as a guide only, and in the case of an electrical fault, where a fuse has blown or an mcb tripped out, the fault m...
Page 79: 230 Volt
230 volt symptom cause remedy 230v system inoperative. No site power. Check site supply. Rcd/mcb switches tripped out. Reset circuit breakers. Rcd/mcb keeps tripping out. Fault on 230v supply. Check supply including polarity. Faulty appliance. Turn off all appliances, reset circuit breakers, turn on...
Page 80: Lpg
Lpg mptom cause remedy pliance will not light. No gas. Change the cyi -c e - check cyl i r : e- ; zr check isolation va .E 5 g p u low battery (auto ignition). Charge battery. >pliance lights but goes it immediately the fsd erride is released. Flame supervision device (fsd) is not functioning correc...
Page 81: Water
Water symptom cause remedy continuous running of water pump. 1. No water. 1. Fill tank. 2. Major leak. 2. Switch off immediately and check system intermittent operation of water pump. Minor leak in water system. Check jubilee clips for tightness. Intermittent operation of water pump 20 second cycle ...
Page 82: Technical Data
Cm eg technical data 1 below is technical data relating to your auto-sleeper. This section is laid out as follows: base vehicle data weights, dimensions and capacities appliance technical data base vehicle data .1 for all matters relating to the base vehicle, and particularly tyre pressures, refer t...
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3.4 mass of the user payload 3.4.1 the mass of the user payload is the difference between the mptlm and the mro. It is the motor caravans carrying capacity for everything placed in or on the vehicle, including the passengers. Please note that a driver (at 75kg, 11st 121b) is included in the mro. Eve...
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3.6 maximum braked trailer mass (mbtm) 3.6.1 this is the maximum allowable weight of the trailer together with its loaz provided the trailer has a braking system which complies with the loca construction and use regulations. The mbtm is given by the base vehicle manufacturer and is unaffected by the...
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4.3 dimensional data i (/ — 2_o -* + ad xq-s • i - ir4h-.- 8 5 - model sherbourne base vehicle manufacturer volkswagen base vehicle model t4 wheelbase 3320 metric dimensions length 6190 width(mirrors extended) 2420 width(mirrors folded) 2170 height 2700 internal height (maximum) 1920 internal height...
Page 86: Appendix A
Appendix a useful data record 1 we suggest that you record key detail in the spaces below should you accidentally mislay you keys or other vital documentation. You should consider removing this page when complete for security reasons. 2 vehicle type .....................................................
Page 87: Appendix B
Appendix b auto-sleeper dealers don amott motor caravans hilton derbyshire de6 5fj tel: 01283 732193 marquis berkshire brownhills motorcaravan & leisure centre the spinney a1/a46 junction oxford road newark chieveley, newbury notts berkshire rg20 8ru ng24 2ea tel: 01635 248888 tel: 01636 704201 capi...
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Plymouth motor caravans ltd lee mill, ivy bridge plymouth, devon pl21 9ee tel: 01752 892977 ron reynolds leisure vehicles otley road bradford west yorkshire bd3 oln tel: 01274 630582 marquis - surrey pantiles park, london road, (a30) bagshot surrey gu19 5hn tel: 01276 452111 stewart mouland motor ca...
Page 89: Appendix C
Ro ro appendix c recommended annual service check for motor caravan bodies and conversions 1 note: this is an smmt/ncc publication relating to all types of motorhome. Parts of this, therefore, may not refer to your particular type of vehicle and therefore should be ignored. Introduction .1 this enti...
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Contents introduction section 1 body mounting section 2 windows section 3 doors section 4 attachments to chassis or underbody section 5 attachments to body exterior section 6 internal section 7 elevating roofs section 8 gas systems section 9 water system section 10 electrical systems section 11 vent...
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1 body mounting 1.1 body to chassis 1.1.1 examine all fixings retaining the body to the chassis - this may be direct or through a sub-frame. Where practical, all fittings should be checked to ensure there are all present and correctly secured. 1.2 body to cab 1.2.1 examine joint between body and cab...
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3.2 internal doors 3.2.1 security: i. Check that hinges and catches are satisfactory and that, when latched, the door is held securely shut. 3.2.2 safety: i. Check that any device fitted to hold a door in the closed position can be operated from both sides to open the door in an emergency. 4 attachm...
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5.4 flue terminals, air vents 5.4.1 check security. Check sealing has not deteriorated. 5.4.2 check that these are not blocked. 6 internal 6.1 body seepage check 6.1.1 examine for moisture/water staining of areas under windows, at side of roof and at corners which could indicate water seepage proble...
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6.9 advice to occupiers/warning notice 6.9.1 check presence and condition and advise customers accordingly. The wording and the layout of the notice should be set at as follows: advice to users ventilation do not obstruct the ventilators which are fitted; your safety depends on them. In case of fire...
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7.4 locking of roof 7.4.1 it is important to ensure that, when the roof is in the travelling position, it is safely and positively locked down. Any locking retaining mechanism should be carefully examined. 8. Gas systems 8.1 cylinders and regulators 8.1.1 establish that the cylinders and regulators ...
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8.3.6 ovens: the oven flame should burn quietly and be of even height, mainly blue/green in colour. If the gas is propane, the flame will normally develop yellow tips as the burner heats up. If the gas is butane, a small amount of yellow tipping will be seen immediately after lighting, increasing as...
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9 water system before operating the water system, a visual check of the following items may show up an obvious leak source. 9.1 fresh w ater tank/container 9.1.1 check condition, fill tank and check for leaks. 9.1.2 check the external filter and filter pipe to tank. 9.1.3 check for satisfactory vent...
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10 electrical systems 10.1 extra low voltage 12 volts (excluding vehicle) 10.1.1 battery/ies: i. Check battery/ies for condition. Ii. Check connections, wires, fuses and relays appertaining to the habitation electrics. 10.1.2 wiring: i. Examine all visible wiring. Ii. Check all connections and joint...
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Motor caravan annual habitation service check check sheet customer copy vehicle reg. Mark a class make & model coachbuilt year of manufacture high top conversion recorded mileage elevating roof dismountable check item manual ok remarks - advice to customers section 1: body mounting - - body to chass...
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Check item manual ok remarks - advice to customers section 7: lift up roofs - - lifting mechanism 7.1 canvas side walls 7.2 solid side walls 7.3 locking 7.4 section 8: gas system - - cylinders & regulator 8.1 hose & piping 8.2 appliances 8.2 section 9: water system - - fresh water tank 9.1 waste wat...
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Page 102: Appendix D
Appendix d warranty 1 should you misplace your warranty certificate its contents are re-produced below for reference. 1.1 auto-sleepers limited (hereinafter called "the company") hereby guarantee the body conversion of the motorhome details of which are specified above against failure or defect aris...
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1.3.6 it is a condition of this warranty that the purchaser shall give to an authorised dealer or distributor of the company notice in writing of the model, type, chassis number and date of purchase of the vehicle within 14 days of the discovery of the alleged defect and the vehicle or defective par...