Adria Caravan User manual

Contents

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Contents

1 Foreword . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

2 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

3 Description & equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

4 Placing into service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

5 Before the journey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

6 During the journey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

7 After the journey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

8 Living in the caravan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

9 Sleeping arrangements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

10 Power supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

11 Gas system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

12 Water and waste water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

13 Heater & hot water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

14 Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

15 Refrigerator & freezer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

16 Toilet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125

17 Winter camping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134

18 Placing out of service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137

19 Cleaning & care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141

20 Inspection & Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147

21 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150

22 Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162

23 Checklists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176

Foreword

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1 Foreword

You want to get to know new horizons? Count on us to help you!

Congratulations on your new ADRIA Caravan.

We have designed and built your caravan so that travelling with your "home away from home"

will be very enjoyable.

1.1 Before your first journey

• Take your time and read this instruction manual on one of the comfortable seats of your

caravan.

– This instruction manual also contains surprising innovations for experienced users

because the ADRIA design team does not tolerate technical standstill.

• Pay special attention to the "Safety" Chapter (Chapter 2).

– Your own health and that of your passengers can depend on your familiarisation with

the safety regulations and your adequate reaction to critical situations.

• Please also pay attention to the separate instruction manuals for special equipment and

appliances as well as accessories.

• If your ADRIA caravan has special accessories, please observe the enclosed special

approvals and the associated regulations.

1.2 Notes on this instruction manual

• Please understand that we reserve the right to alter the technical system, the form and the

equipment. Our caravans are being continuously developed. Therefore, no claims can be

made against ADRIA on the basis of the contents of these operating instructions. The

equipment which was known and included at the time of going to press is described in this

manual. This instruction manual is valid only insofar as the caravan corresponds to the

state of the equipment described therein.

• The caravan models may have different equipment (standard equipment, special equip-

ment and accessories). The standard equipment is described in this instruction manual. In

this instruction manual, you will also find descriptions of the special equipment and acces-

sories insofar as explanations are required. Please pay also attention to the enclosed sep-

arate instructions of the special equipment or accessory manufacturers.

• Reproduction, copying and translation, including extracts, are not permitted without the

explicit approval of ADRIA. Misprints and errors excepted.

•ADRIA will not be held responsible for damage to the vehicle resulting from the nonobser-

vance of the operating instructions.

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1.3 Warranty registration

In addition to these operating instructions, you will also find a Service and Warranty Booklet in

your Adria caravan. Please perform the warranty registration as specified in the Service and

Warranty Booklet.

1.4 Warranty, service and repair

• Please contact your local ADRIA dealer for all service and repair work as well as special

questions.

– The employees of your authorised workshop will be pleased to provide advice and

assistance.

– Only original parts ensure the quality and operational readiness of your caravan.

– If service work is neglected or performed incorrectly, we will be unable to meet our war-

ranty obligations according to our warranty conditions.

• Please fill in the following data of your caravan:

– These are of special significance when you have questions concerning ordering original

parts.

• For the data of your caravan, see the nameplates.

Tab. 1 Vehicle data

We wish you unlimited enjoyment in your leisure time with your new ADRIA caravan.

Executive Board

Vehicle data

Model:

Year of construction:

Vehicle identification number: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

Bodywork key number: FW _ _ _

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2 Safety

2.1 Safety instructions

This Section contains safety instructions that must be followed when operating the vehicle.

2.1.1 Explanation of symbols

This type of safety warning warns of an imminently pending danger that could jeopardise the

life and health of persons. Nonobservance of these safety instructions can cause severe dam-

age to health up to life-threatening or fatal injuries.

This type of safety warning warns of a possible danger for persons. This type of warning

must be exactly followed to prevent hazards to persons or severe material damage.

This type of safety warning warns of possible material damage. This type of warning must be

exactly followed to prevent material damage.

Notes of this kind provide additional information with respect to technical requirements. This

type of information facilitates the handling of the vehicle for the user.

Important!

We point out explicitly that we will not assume any liability for damage and malfunctions

resulting from the nonobservance of this instruction manual.

Danger!

Type of danger

Avoidance

Warning!

Type of danger

Avoidance

Caution!

Type of danger

Avoidance

Important!

Important

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2.2 General safety instructions

• Safely store all objects before starting to drive. Securely close all flaps, doors, windows and

hatches. Keep liquids in leak-proof containers.

• When staying in the vehicle, always keep the forced ventilation and the mushroom ventila-

tor open and never covered, as there is a risk of suffocation by increased carbon monoxide.

• Always keep the instruction manuals for the vehicle and all installed appliances (e.g.

cooker, refrigerator, toilet) and additional equipment (e.g. bike racks) in the vehicle and

observe them.

• Never leave children in the vehicle unattended.

• Pay attention to the vehicle height while driving.

• When leaving the vehicle, securely close all windows, doors and roof hoods.

• Pay attention to the clearance height of the entrance door.

2.3 Safety instructions for driving on public roads

• The vehicle muss be registered.

• The driver of the vehicle must have the required driving license.

• The installation of accessories changes the dimensions, the total weight as well as the road

behaviour of the vehicle. Some of this equipment is subject to entry in the vehicle docu-

ments.

• When loading the vehicle, pay attention to the gross weight rating and the gross axle weight

rating (see motor vehicle registration certificate, part I)

• Distribute the additional load evenly within the vehicle (Chapter 5.4).

• Check the tyre pressure and tighten the wheel nuts before starting to drive. Check the firm

seating of the wheel nuts after 50 kph and then in regular intervals.

• Check the function of the brakes and the signal and lighting system.

• Empty the waste water tank.

• Close all doors, cupboard doors, drawers and flaps as well as all windows and roof hoods.

Latch the refrigerator door securing device.

• Safely stow away loose pieces of equipment.

• Put the antennas in park position.

• Switch off the awning light.

• Retract the entrance step.

• Close and lock all outer doors and flaps.

• In winter, clear the roof from snow and ice before starting the journey.

• During the journey, persons or pets are not allowed to stay in the caravan.

• From a technical point of view, ADRIA caravans are designed for a permissible maximum

speed of 100 kph. This maximum speed must not be exceeded, not even when a higher

speed is allowed in the country being visited. Always pay attention to speed restrictions in

individual countries which may be different..

• When parking the vehicle, apply the parking brake up to the maximum possible end posi-

tion.

• Place wheel chocks in front of the wheels when parking the vehicle on inclines or slopes.

• Have the vehicle brake system checked and repaired by an authorised workshop only.

• When the vehicle is transported by rail or on a lorry, it must be loaded in the driving direc-

tion.

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2.3.1 Driving with the caravan

• Drive according to your abilities taking the larger dimensions and the higher weight of the

vehicle combination into consideration. You need time for familiarisation.

• Always take corners in a large radius and slowly. The cornering behaviour as compared

with a passenger car changes because of the length of the car/caravan combination and its

weight.

• At driveways and crossings, the car/caravan acceleration is significantly lower than that of

a passenger car.

• Due to the higher weight, the vehicle braking distance is much longer than that of a passen-

ger car.

• Pay attention to the greater height of the vehicle at gateways and trees on the side of the

road.

• When driving in reverse, always have a second person assist you.

• Due to the vehicle height, the vehicle is more sensitive to crosswind.

2.4 Official technical inspections

2.4.1 General inspection of caravan

As with any vehicle, the caravan must be officially inspected at regular intervals. For detailed

information, see your Service and Warranty Booklet.

2.4.2 Checking the gas system

The liquid gas system was inspected at the factory by a technical expert. The gas system must

be inspected again every two years and after making any modifications and repairs. Always

have a gas leak test performed on this occasion. The vehicle operator is responsible for initi-

ating the inspection. Upon delivery of the vehicle, the operator must be informed in writing of

his/her duty to have the gas system inspected. The correct condition of the gas system is con-

firmed with a gas inspection certificate and possibly, depending on national regulations, an

associated gas inspection sticker.

Important!

When driving in foreign countries, also pay attention to the regulations of the respective

country.

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2.5 Safety instructions for the gas system

Danger!

Poisoning by gas

If it smells of gas or you suspect that gas is escaping, perform the following:

Clear the danger area!

Close the shut-off valve on the gas cylinder!

Avoid ignition sources and open flames and do not smoke!

Ventilate the rooms!

Inform the camping site manager, and the fire brigade when necessary!

Danger!

Risk of suffocation

Never cover the forced ventilation in the roof hoods and in the floor area nor the mush-

room ventilators in order to ensure continuous exchange of air in the vehicle.

Caution: Snowfall in winter!

Warning!

Injuries or material damage

Subsequently installed, gas-operated additional appliances must be designed for an

operating pressure of 30 mbar.

The liquid gas system was inspected at the factory by a technical expert.

The gas system must be inspected again every two years and after making any

modifications and repairs (Chapter 2.4.2).

Installations and modifications to the gas system may be performed only by an

authorised workshop.

The gas system may be put into service again only after inspection by a technical

expert!

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2.5.1 Gas stove

2.5.2 Gas cylinder compartment

Check each time before using the gas:

Store the gas cylinders exclusively in the gas cylinder compartment. They must stand

upright and fastened so that they are unable to turn or tilt.

The gas cylinder compartment must be sealed against the interior of the vehicle and

must have a vent hole in or directly above the floor plate. This vent hole must have a

minimum cross-section of 100 cm

and must not be covered.

Use only pressure regulators with safety valves! Other regulators are not allowed!

Carefully connect the regulator on the gas cylinder by hand. The screw connections on

the gas regulator have left-hand threads. Do not use tools such as wrenches or pliers.

For temperatures below 5°C, a de-icing system for regulators (e.g. accessory Eis-Ex)

must be used.

Do not operate or storeanycurrent-storage devices (e.g. batteries) or devices that could

be the source of ignition in the gas cylinder compartment.

Electric lines routed through the gas cylinder compartment have to be insulated and

must not be connected with terminals; have the work performed by an authorised work-

shop.

Do not use the gas cylinder compartment as storage space.

Secure the gas cylinder compartment against unauthorised access.

2.5.3 Gas appliances in general

Pay attention to the following when operating the gas system:

The regulators and the exhaust gas routing must be inspected every two years! The

inspection must be confirmed on the inspection certificate according to the DVGW [Ger-

man Technical and Scientific Association on Gas and Water] worksheet G 607. The

operator has to initiate the inspection.

Danger!

Risk of suffocation

In regular operation of the gas stove there exists acute danger to life due to lack of oxy-

gen and the possibly generated odourless and toxic carbon monoxide (CO)!

Always ensure good ventilation when the gas stove is in operation. Always keep a win-

dow, a roof hood or the doors open.

Never use the gas stove for heating.

Danger!

Risk of poisoning

If a flame of the gas stove extinguishes, unburned gas flows out for a short time until

the flame failure device reacts and, together with the oxygen, generates an explosive

mixture inside the vehicle!

Watch the flames while using the burner!

When finished, shut the respective quick-action stop valve.

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The exhaust gas pipe must be fitted tightly to the gas heater and to the cowl, and must

be sealed. It may not show any evidence of damage.

The exhaust gas routing of the gas heater must be installed ascending over its complete

length and fitted tightly with clamps. If required, install exhaust gas pipe supports.

Before placing the gas heater into service, always clear dirt and snow from the cowl and

combustion air inlets. This prevents increased, unacceptable carbon monoxide content

in the exhaust gas.

Radiant heaters and appliances drawing combustion air from the interior of the vehicle

are not to be used for heating the vehicle!

When gas appliances are switched on that require the control knob to be pressed for

lighting (e.g. gas stove), it must spring back automatically immediately after release.

If no gas is being consumed during the journey, the shut-off valves on the gas cylinders

must be closed.

Close the respective quick-action stop valve when gas-operated appliances are not

used.

Close the shut-off valve on the gas cylinder when the vehicle will not beusedfor a longer

period.

Operate the gas system only with propane gas, butane gas or a mixture of both. Pro-

pane gas is capable of gasification down to -32°C, whereas butane gas gasifies only to

approx. 0°C.

Gas appliances are not to be operated during refuelling, in a garage or on a ferry.

Observe the relevant regulations in foreign countries!

2.6 Safety instructions for the electrical system

Pay attention to the following when operating the electrical system:

Installations and modifications of the electrical system have to be performed by qualified

personnel.

Prior to carrying out work on the electrical system, switch off all appliances and lights,

disconnect the battery and disconnect the 230 V power cable from the mains.

Replace defective fuses only when the cause of the defect is known and has been rem-

edied. Use only original fuses with the values specified in the instruction manual from

the respective manufacturer.

Do not bridge or repair fuses.

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2.7 Fire prevention

2.7.1 General fire prevention

2.7.2 What to do in the case of fire

Correct behaviour:

Evacuate all passengers.

Close the shut-off valve on the gas cylinder.

Switch off the electrical power supply; disconnect the vehicle from the mains.

Call the fire brigade, sound the alarm.

Fight the fire, if possible.

Danger!

Fire risk

Only authorised and qualified personnel may perform service work and modifications to

the gas system and the electrical system.

Never leave children in the vehicle unattended.

Do not use portable heating or cooking appliances.

Keep flammable materials clear of cooking and heating appliances.

Acquaint yourself with the position and operation of the emergency exits in the vehicle.

Always keep escape routes clear.

Empty ashtrays into the waste bin only when the ashes are cold.

Important!

Always have a dry powder fire extinguisher (special accessory) filled with 1 kg minimum in

your vehicle.

The fire extinguisher must be close at hand.

Read the instruction manual carefully and keep it close at hand.

Have the fire extinguisher checked at regular intervals by qualified personnel;

observe the test seal.

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