FENDT Saphir 550 TFK User Manual

Dear Fendt Customer!
Thank you for purchasing a Fendt camper, which will be your dependable companion for the most
enjoyable days of the year for many years to come.
Thanks to our many years of experience in the construction of leisure vehicles we are able to react
innovatively to current market conditions and demands.
Driving safety and comfortable living are, and have always been, indispensible elements of our product
philosophy.
The name Fendt-Caravan has stood for high quality manufacturing for many decades now.
You will also be able to benet from a dense network of dealer service points throughout Europe. Take
advantage of your authorised dealer‘s experience and technical knowledge - we recommend speaking
to him in detail before taking your rst trip with your Fendt camper.
Please read this manual carefully to ensure that you use your vehicle correctly.
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against leaks in the camper connections. By having annual inspections carried out by an authorised
Fendt camper dealer this guarantee can be extended to cover a period of up to ve years after you
take delivery of the vehicle.
Fendt‘s employees wish you many enjoyable trips and hope you will always have a safe journey with
your new Fendt camper.
Fendt-Caravan GmbH

FENDT Saphir 550 TFK Specifications

General

Brand	FENDT
Model	Saphir 550 TFK
Category	Caravans
Language	English

Summary

Safety

General Safety Information

Covers general safety information, keys, and emergency equipment.

Before the Drive

Details preparation steps for driving the camper safely.

Loading

Provides rules and guidelines for loading the camper correctly.

Handling Performance

Discusses how the camper handles during driving, curves, and braking.

After the Drive

Explains procedures for shunting, parking, and securing the vehicle.

Undercarriage and Vehicle Registration

Safety Coupling AKS 3004

Explains the function and importance of the safety coupling.

Locking Brake Facilities

Details how to operate the locking brake facility for parking.

General Inspection

Details the requirements and process for the mandatory general inspection.

100 km/h Speed Compliance

Lists the conditions and requirements for driving the camper at 100 km/h.

Definition of Mass

Wheels and Tires

Tire Pressure

Changing the Tire

Provides a step-by-step guide on how to change a tire.

Installation of Electrical Devices

Safety Tips

Provides crucial safety tips for electrical installations and maintenance.

Control Panels

Electrical Supply

Details how to connect and disconnect the camper to external power sources.

Electric Floor Heating

Water System

Water Supply

Covers general information and rules for the water supply system.

Warm Water Supply via Truma-Therme

Gas System

General Safety Rules for Gas Facilities

Outlines essential safety rules for operating gas facilities.

Gas Supply

Explains the camper's propane gas facilities and the rules for the gas-bottle container.

Hot-air Heating

Details the operation and safety precautions for the hot-air heating system.

Refrigerator

Explains the different operating methods for the refrigerator.

Gas Cooker

Details the operation and safety precautions for the 3-flame gas cooker.

Oven

Provides operating and safety instructions for the oven.

Maintenance and Upkeep

Maintenance

Outlines maintenance intervals and rules for the camper and its devices.

Winter Operation