Capron T58 User Manual

Contents
Capron - 3141417 - 03/20 - EHG-0021-02EN 1
Contents
1  Warranty .................................... 5 
2  Introduction ............................... 7 
2.1 General ................................................... 8
2.2 Environmental tips .................................. 8
3  Safety ....................................... 11 
3.1 Fire prevention ...................................... 11
3.1.1 Avoidance of fire risks .......................... 11
3.1.2 Fire-fighting ........................................... 11
3.1.3 In case of fire ........................................ 11
3.2 General ................................................. 12
3.3 Road safety .......................................... 13
3.4 Towing .................................................. 14
3.5 Gas system ........................................... 14
3.5.1 General instructions .............................. 14
3.5.2 Gas bottle ............................................. 16
3.6 Electrical system ................................... 16
3.7 Water system ........................................ 17
4  Before the journey .................. 19 
4.1
Initial start-up ........................................ 19
4.2 Registration .......................................... 19
4.3 Payload ................................................. 19
4.3.1 Terms .................................................... 20
4.3.2 Calculating the payload ........................ 22
4.3.3 Loading the vehicle correctly ................ 23
4.3.4 Rear garage/rear storage space .......... 25
4.3.5 Bike rack ............................................... 25
4.4 Entrance step ....................................... 26
4.5 Roman shade for windscreen and
side panes ............................................ 27
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4.6 Curtain shade for driver's cabin ............ 27
4.7 PVC-floor covering ............................... 28
4.8 Television.............................................. 28
4.9 Branch block (model I) .......................... 28
4.10 Bonnet (model I) ................................... 29
4.11 Filling in windscreen washer fluid
(model I)................................................ 29
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4.12 Checking engine oil level (model I) ...... 30
4.13 Snow chains ......................................... 30
4.14 Road safety .......................................... 31
5  During the journey .................. 33 
5.1 Driving the motorhome ......................... 33
5.2 Driving speed ........................................ 33
5.3 Brakes ................................................... 34
5.4 Seat belts .............................................. 34
5.4.1 General ................................................. 34
5.4.2 Fastening the seat belts correctly ......... 35
5.5 Child restraint systems ......................... 35
5.6 ISOFIX child safety seat mounting
system .................................................. 36
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5.7 ISOFIX child safety seat mounting
system for additional attachable
seats ..................................................... 37
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5.8 Driver's seat and front passenger's
seat ....................................................... 37
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5.9 Headrests ............................................. 38
5.10 Seating arrangement ............................ 38
5.11 Attachable seat ..................................... 38
5.12 Additional attachable seats .................. 40
5.13 Tablet holder ......................................... 41
5.14 Electrical window winder ...................... 42
5.15 Electrically adjustable external
mirrors .................................................. 42
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5.16 Filling up with diesel ............................. 43
5.17 Ad-Blue
®
............................................... 43
6  Pitching the Motorcaravan ..... 45 
6.1 Handbrake ............................................ 45
6.2 Entrance step ....................................... 45
6.3 Ramps .................................................. 45
6.4 Supports ............................................... 45
6.4.1 General instructions ............................. 45
6.4.2 Steady legs ........................................... 46
6.5 230 V connection .................................. 47
6.6 Refrigerator ........................................... 47
7  Living ....................................... 49 
7.1 Doors .................................................... 49
7.1.1 Driver's door, conversion door,
outside .................................................. 49
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7.1.2 Conversion door, inside ........................ 50
7.1.3 Conversion door, inside
(semicircular door handle) .................... 50
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7.1.4 Driver's door, inside (model I) .............. 51
7.1.5 Insect screen on the conversion
door, extendable ................................... 51
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7.2 External flaps ........................................ 51
7.2.1 Flap lock, elliptical-shaped ................... 52
7.3 Ventilation ............................................. 52
7.4 Windows ............................................... 53
7.4.1 Sliding window without lock .................. 54
7.4.2 Hinged window with automatic
hinges ................................................... 54

7.4.3 Roman shade and insect screen .......... 56
7.4.4 Roof window with rotary hinges ............ 57
7.4.5 Roman shade and insect screen .......... 59
7.4.6 Pleat on the window of the
alternative body door ............................ 59
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7.5 Skylights ............................................... 60
7.5.1 Skylight with snap latch ........................ 61
7.5.2 Heki skylight (mini and midi) ................. 62
7.6 Tables ................................................... 64
7.6.1 Suspension table with fold-out leg ....... 64
7.6.2 Lift-off table ........................................... 65
7.6.3 Table with folding table top ................... 66
7.7 Lamps ................................................... 67
7.7.1 Spotlight ................................................ 67
7.7.2 LED lamp (model I) .............................. 67
7.8 TV unit .................................................. 68

Capron T58 Specifications

General

Brand	Capron
Model	T58
Category	Caravans
Language	English

Summary

1 Warranty

Warranty certificate

Details for vehicle warranty registration and information.

2 Introduction

2.1 General

General information about the motorhome and manual usage.

2.2 Environmental tips

Guidelines for environmentally conscious vehicle operation.

3 Safety

3.1 Fire prevention

Instructions and precautions to prevent fire hazards.

3.2 General

General safety guidelines for vehicle operation and use.

3.3 Road safety

Safety measures and recommendations for driving.

3.5 Gas system

Safety instructions for the vehicle's gas system.

4 Before the journey

4.1 Initial start-up

Procedures for starting the vehicle for the first time.

4.3 Payload

Guidelines and calculations for vehicle payload limits.

4.13 Snow chains

Guidelines for using snow chains.

4.14 Road safety

Checklist for ensuring road safety before a journey.

5 During the journey

5.1 Driving the motorhome

General advice and rules for driving the motorhome.

5.3 Brakes

Checks and maintenance for the braking system.

5.5 Child restraint systems

Guidelines for using child safety seats.

5.15 Electrically adjustable external mirrors

Adjustment and heating of external mirrors.

6 Pitching the Motorcaravan

6.1 Handbrake

Proper application and maintenance of the handbrake.

6.4 Supports

Instructions for using vehicle supports and steady legs.

6.5 230 V connection

How to connect the vehicle to a 230V power source.

6.6 Refrigerator

Operation modes for the refrigerator.

7 Living

7.1 Doors

General safety and operation of vehicle doors.

7.4 Windows

Operation and care of vehicle windows.

7.6 Tables

How to adjust and use the vehicle's tables.

7.8 TV unit

How to deploy and stow the TV unit.

8 Gas system

8.1 General

General safety and operational guidelines for the gas system.

8.2 Gas bottles

Safe handling and transport of gas bottles.

8.4 Changing gas bottles

Step-by-step guide to changing gas bottles.

8.5 Gas isolator taps

How to operate gas isolator taps for appliances.

9 Electrical system

9.1 General safety instructions

Crucial safety rules for the electrical system.

9.3 12 V power supply

Managing the 12V power supply and batteries.

9.6 230 V power supply

Connecting and using the 230V power system.

9.7 Fuses

Information on identifying and replacing fuses.

10 Appliances

10.1 General

General information and safety for appliances.

10.2 Heater / production of hot water

Operation of the heater and hot water system.

10.3 Extractor hood (recirculating)

Use and maintenance of the extractor hood.

10.4 Refrigerator

Operation and features of the refrigerator.

11 Sanitary fittings

11.1 Water supply, general

General guidelines for water supply and tank filling.

11.2 Water tank

Details and maintenance of the vehicle's water tank.

11.4 Toilet compartment

Features and use of the toilet compartment.

11.6 Toilet

Operation and maintenance of the toilet.

12 Care

12.1 External care

Procedures for cleaning and maintaining the vehicle's exterior.

12.2 Interior care

Guidelines for cleaning and maintaining the vehicle's interior.

12.5 Winter care

Measures for protecting the vehicle during winter.

12.6 Lay-up

Procedures for preparing the vehicle for storage.

13 Maintenance

13.1 Official inspections

Required periodic vehicle inspections by authorities.

13.4 Replacing bulbs, external

Guide to replacing external light bulbs.

13.6 Spare parts

Information on obtaining and using spare parts.

13.7 Vehicle identification plate

Location and importance of the vehicle identification plate.

14 Wheels and tyres

14.1 General

General information and safety regarding wheels and tyres.

14.2 Tyre selection

Guidelines for choosing appropriate tyres.

14.4 Handling of tyres

Advice on proper handling and care of tyres.

14.6 Tyre pressure

Importance of correct tyre pressure for safety and wear.

15 Troubleshooting

15.2 Electrical system

Troubleshooting common electrical issues.

15.3 Gas system

Common faults and remedies for the gas system.

15.6 Heater/boiler

Common faults and remedies for the heater/boiler.

15.8 Water supply

Troubleshooting common water supply issues.

16 Technical data

16.1 Dimensions and permissible number of persons

Vehicle dimensions and seating capacity information.

17 Helpful notes

17.1 Traffic rules in foreign countries

Important traffic regulations for international travel.

17.3 Gas supply in European countries

Information on gas bottle systems in Europe.

17.5 Tips on staying overnight safely during travel

Recommendations for safe overnight stays while traveling.

17.7 Travel checklists

Checklists to ensure all necessary items are packed for travel.