Swift Motorhome Owner's Handbook
Preparing for the RoadBEFORE MOVING OFFCheck:- gas cylinders and all gas operated appliances have been isolated, including fridge, water heater, oven
Preparing for the RoadROOF LOADINGA maximum load of 200kgs can be evenlydistributed over the roof area. This figureMUST NOT be exceeded.The roof areas
'EN ROUTE'Spare Wheel Removal ... 10
Fig.1Fig.3Fig.2ba bFig.4'En Route'REMOVAL OF SPARE WHEEL:Caution: Exercise care when lowering thewheel and frame due to its weight.Removala)
SAFETY & SECURITYIn Case of Fire ... 12Ventilation ...
Safety & SecurityIMPORTANT: Your attention is drawn tothe notice affixed in your motorhomeadvising you on fire prevention, ventilationand what to
ARRIVAL AT SITEPositioning the Motorhome ... 14
Fig. A Winding the Corner Steady Fig. B Stepped Leveling BoardArrival at SiteNote: Check and observe site regulations.POSITIONING THE MOTORHOMEKeep
CONNECTINGSERVICESMains Socket/Water Connection ... 16Water System ...
Connecting ServicesConnection of services are dealt with underseparate headings. In all cases becomefamiliar with manufacturers’ instructions.Before m
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Connecting Servicesrear panel on the exterior of the motorhome. It should be emptied either directly, or via a waste water container (not supplied) in
Connecting Services18Gas schematic drawing
Connecting ServicesGASGENERAL INFORMATIONGas BottlesBottled Liquidified Petroleum Gas (L.P.G.) isthe most convenient portable source of fuelfor your m
Connecting Services20GAS SAFETY ADVICEFacts about LPGLPG is not poisonous.Bi-products are harmless.There is danger if all air and oxygen areexcluded.(
Connecting ServicesELECTRICITYAs with electricity in the home, care must beexercised when handling mains electricity.Your attention is drawn to the fo
Connecting Services22For motorhomes that are generally leftunused for long periods in the open it isstrongly advised that the mains installation isins
Connecting Services23WIRING OF CONNECTING CABLE AND MOTORHOME MAINS INLETWARNINGIT IS ESSENTIAL THAT CONNECTIONS ARE MADE EXACTLY AS SHOWN. IF TERMINA
24230V MAINS ELECTRICALEQUIPMENT POWERCONSUMPTIONPlease note:It is possible that the 230V mains electricalequipment may not all operatesimultaneously.
ELECTRICALSYSTEMSMotorhome Battery ... 26Fault Finding ...
Electrical Systems26MOTORHOME BATTERYIt is recommended that a good qualityleisure battery is always in circuit when thesystem is in use.A deep cycling
IntroductionINTRODUCTIONDEAR OWNERTHANK YOU FOR DECIDING TO BUY ONEOF OUR NEW MOTORHOMES. WE ARESURE YOU WILL ENJOY MANY HAPPYHOURS IN IT AND WE HOPE
Electrical SystemsIf an earth fault develops or a person touchesa live piece of equipment the leakage ofcurrent to earth should immediately operatethe
KT12SMElectrical Systems12V POWER SYSTEMNote: The connection of the battery chargerto the mains supply is in accordance with theRegulations for Electr
Electrical Systems29KT9M5KT9M5 DISTRIBUTION PANELThe 12V distribution panels have thefollowing facilities:1. Battery Condition Indicator2. Battery Se
Electrical SystemsGENERATOR GUIDELINES• Lack of regular servicing can be the cause of most generator problems, gensets under 2kW are mainly dependento
EQUIPMENTDETAILSWater Pump (Shurflo) ... 32Water Pump (Whale) ...
Equipment DetailsIMPORTANTTo maximise the use and life of all fittedequipment in your motorhome it is essentialthat any accompanying manufacturers’lit
Equipment DetailsResidues of frozen water can prevent filling if there is a frost. The water heater can be defrosted by switching on the heater for a
Equipment DetailsWhen using the vehicle switches refer tooperating instructions of the vehiclemanufacturer or see switch labels.Note: The water temper
Equipment Details353. The operating pressure for the gas supply is 30mbar (or 28mbar butane/37mbar propane) and must correspond to the operating press
Equipment Details36MODEL RM4361 AND RM4263Two rocker switches are used to select theelectric power supply, one for 230V (B) andone for 12V (A).Refrige
CONTENTSThe Motorhome Code ... 1Preparing for the Road...
Equipment Details37MODEL RM4201LP Gas Operation1. Open the shut-off valve of the gas bottle (check that there is enough gas). Open any on-board shut-o
Equipment Details3812V OperationYour refrigerator will only operate on 12Vwhen the engine of the vehicle is running.1. If applicable, turn off the gas
Equipment Details39STARTING THE REFRIGERATORLP Gas OperationOpen the shut off valve of the gas bottle(check there is enough gas). Open any onboard sh
Equipment Details40STARTING THE REFRIGERATORLP Gas OperationAES will select LP gas operation under the following conditions:• No AC (230V) available•
Equipment Details41SWITCHING BETWEEN ENERGYSOURCESWhen switching from one energy source toanother, there are some delays implementedin the AES system.
Equipment Details425. The ambient temperature is too high.6. Too much food is loaded at one time.7. The door is not properly closed or the magnetic se
Equipment Details43If a lower (colder) temperature is desired, set the thermostat to a higher figure.On LP gas operation the refrigeratortemperature i
STOVES OVENIGNITIONIMPORTANT: A safety device stops theignition being used when the oven door isclosed.1. Open the oven door and turn the control kno
Equipment Details45STOVES VANETTE HOB & GRILLTHE HOBIgnition1. Push in the control knob and turn anti- clockwise to the small flame symbol.2. Kee
PLEASE READ THE MANUFACTURERSINSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATINGTHE APPLIANCEWARNING: When you are cooking it isessential to provide additional ventilations
THEMOTORHOMECODECode of Conduct ... 2The Country Code ...
Equipment Details47Ignition - Push in the control knob and turnanticlockwise to the large flame symbol.Keep the knob depressed, and press theignition
Equipment Details48THE OVEN• Caution: When you are cooking, keep children away from the vicinity of the oven.• Important: A safety device stops the ig
Equipment Details49hazard if allowed to accumulate on theappliance through lack of cleaning. Inextreme cases this may amount to misuse ofthe applianc
Equipment Details50CRAMER LIQUID GAS BUILT-IN-HOBOPERATING INSTRUCTIONSPlease read these operating instructionscarefully before using the appliance.Va
Equipment Details51• Care must be taken that cleanser does not spill into the burner(s).• After longer journeys the appliance should be examined for a
Equipment Details52THETFORD CASSETTE C-200FEATURES1. Removable seat and cover.2. Rotatable bowl.3. Valve blade handle: opens and closes valve blade ma
Equipment Details53Cassette C-200 S and C-200 CSThe toilet section of the C-200 S/C-200 SCincludes a rotatable bowl, a removable seat,a control unit w
Equipment Details9. To open the blade turn the blade handle anti-clockwise (fig. 9).10. To flush, press the flush button (fig. 10). After flushing, cl
Equipment Details55THETFORD CASSETTE PORTAPOTTI TOILETThe Cassette Porta Potti is constructed ofhigh quality plastics for durability and has ahigh glo
Equipment Details56CAUTION: Do not add Aqua Kem Concentrate or Aqua Kem Bio directly into toilet bowl while cassette tank valve blade is closed. Press
Motorhome CodeCODE OF CONDUCTCAMP SITESArrivalsReport to reception immediately on arrival.Vehicle MovementKeep to roadways unless otherwise directed.A
Equipment Details5713. To replace tissue, remove tissue holder from compartment by pulling up on tissue cover. Hold bottom of tissue holderin one hand
Equipment DetailsCLEANING AND MAINTENANCENo routine maintenance is required on theThetford Cassette Porta Potti. The use ofAqua Rinse helps to clean a
Equipment Details596. Before returning product or parts, they should be cleaned in order to carry out inspection and repair.7. No other warranty is gi
Equipment DetailsFusesFig. 1: The appliance fuses are situated onthe electronic P.C. board on the appliance.Important note: Only replace the miniature
Equipment DetailsAttention: A new O-ring must always beinstalled after dismantling the exhaust duct.2. Any alteration to the appliance (including the
Equipment Details62TRUMATIC C 3400/C 6000OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSAttention: If the heater is not being used,always drain the water contents if there isa
Equipment Details63Always drain water contents if there is arisk of frost!If the appliance is not to be used for aprolonged period, close the quick-ac
Equipment Details64The water temperature cannot bepreselected. Automatic temperature limitationis approx 70°C.Note: To heat the water in the water hea
Equipment Details65Automatic IgnitorPrior to first ignition, make sure that thebatteries have been inserted; observecorrect fit battery cassette (see
Equipment Details66Automatic IgnitorPower consumption: 50 MA (ignition)0.01 MA (monitoring)Operating voltage: 3VCHANGING OF BATTERIESChanging the Ba
Motorhome CodeWhen using a dry powder extinguisher it issuggested that the motorhome be evacuateduntil the powder has settled, to avoidinhalation.Unle
Equipment Details67Switching offPush slide switch (a) to the "OFF" position.IMPORTANT OPERATING NOTES1. Repairs may only be carried out by a
Equipment Details68BUTTERFLY OUTLETSThe butterfly plate may be opened or closedto control the quantity of air and may also betwisted around to control
Equipment Details69FREE STANDING TABLENote: The free standing table legs have apositive locking mechanism. Care must betaken to ensure that, when fold
Equipment Details70HEKI-2 ROOF LIGHT (SEITZ)The lift/tilt roof light can be set in 3 positionsby means of pneumatic springs.Position 1 lifts the pane
MOTORHOMECAREModifications - DIY ... 72Motorhome Exterior ...
Motorhome CareMODIFICATIONS - DIY WORKOwners need to be aware that carrying outDIY modifications to your motorhome may incertain instances, invalidate
Motorhome CareMOTORHOME INTERIORSIDE WALLS AND ROOF LININGA simple wipe over with a damp cloth and avery mild detergent is all that is needed. SOFT FU
Motorhome CareCHASSIS AND REAR AXLESome models are built on Fiat Ducato orPeugeot Boxer base vehicles, the chassis ofwhich has been converted by Al-Ko
Motorhome CareEmpty the water fill funnel by pulling thebottle away from tank. Remove the smallwater cap on the filler bottom, allowing waterto drain
USEFULINFORMATIONSwift Group Spares and After Sales...78Repair Facilities ...
Motorhome CodeTHE COUNTRY CODEEnjoy the countryside but respect its life andwork.More people than ever before are exploringthe countryside, interested
Useful InformationMOTORHOME INFORMATIONDate of purchase ...Supplying dealer ...
Useful Information79The enjoyment of your motorhome can begreatly enhanced by membership of one ormore of the various caravanning, motoringand holiday
IndexA After Sales Support ...78Arrival at Site ...13Awnings/Tents ...
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PREPARINGFOR THEROADBefore Moving Off .................. 6Loading of Vehicle ......
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