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Instruction manual
Motorhome - 02/11-0 - GLO-MJ11-00EN
© 2011 Pössl Freizeit und Sport GmbH, Ainring
Instruction manual
Congratulations
We congratulate you on your new Globecar motorhome and would like to thank you for choosing a quality
product from us.
Whatever journey you are planning - you will always have the perfect companion with a Globecar motorhome:
whether it is a city break, a short trip or a family holiday. The innovative and well-thought out floor plans offer
you a variety of options and the contemporary interior design in all our models gives off a homely atmosphere.
You will be amazed at the high standard of quality and all the variations available - space problems are a thing
of the past in our vehicles. Many practical details will prove extremely useful when on the road and will allow
you to relax even more on your holiday.
Each Globecar vehicle is manufactured with great care and the quality is closely checked. This ensures that
our products have a long service life.
This instruction manual primarily contains information on how to dismantle the living area of your motorhome.
It will give you all important information and tips so that you can enjoy all technical advantages of your
motorhome to the full. We have also included a chapter on maintenance - and thus on the conservation of
value.
In addition, you will find the documents on the base vehicle and the various built-in appliances.
For maintenance work or whenever you need some help, please always get in touch with your Globecar dealer.
They know your vehicle best of all, and will meet all your requests fast and reliably.
We wish you a lot of fun with your motorhome, a relaxing holiday and safe driving at all times.

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Globecar motorhome Specifications

General IconGeneral
Vehicle TypeMotorhome
ManufacturerGlobecar
Engine TypeDiesel
Base VehicleFiat Ducato
Width2.05 m
Max Weight3500 kg
Sleeping Capacity4
Fuel Tank Capacity90 L

Summary

Safety

Fire Prevention

Precautions to avoid fire risks and guidance on firefighting.

General Safety

Key safety measures for the vehicle interior and gas systems.

Road Safety

Essential checks and practices for safe driving.

Gas System Safety

General safety information and precautions for the gas system.

Gas Bottle Safety

Guidelines for the safe transport and handling of gas bottles.

Electrical System Safety

Safety instructions for working on the vehicle's electrical system.

Water System Safety

Safety precautions related to the vehicle's water system.

Before the Journey

Payload Information

Details on vehicle payload, weight limits, and loading.

Calculating Payload

Instructions and examples for calculating the vehicle's payload.

Correct Vehicle Loading

Guidance on distributing load evenly and securely for safety.

Pre-Journey Road Safety Checklist

Comprehensive checklist of items to verify before starting a journey.

During the Journey

Driving the Motorhome

General advice and safety rules for driving the motorhome.

Driving Speed Considerations

Guidance on adjusting speed based on road conditions and wind.

Seat Belt Usage

Rules and correct usage of seat belts for all occupants.

Driver and Passenger Seat Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting and securing driver and passenger seats.

Living

Seat Rotation

Guidance on rotating driver and passenger seats.

Pop-up Roof Bed Operation

Safety and operational instructions for the pop-up roof bed.

Converting Seating Groups to Beds

Detailed procedures for converting seating areas into sleeping spaces.

Gas System

General Gas System Safety

Essential safety rules for operating the gas system.

Gas Bottles Handling

Guidelines for the safe transport, placement, and connection of gas bottles.

Changing Gas Bottles

Step-by-step procedure for safely changing gas bottles.

Hose Break Guard (Crash Sensor)

Functionality and manual release procedure for the crash sensor.

DuoControl Switching Facility

Description and operation of the automatic gas bottle switching system.

Electrical System

General Electrical Safety

Safety precautions when working with the vehicle's electrical systems.

12 V Power Supply

Information regarding the 12V power supply and battery operation.

Living Area Battery

Guidelines for charging and maintaining the living area battery.

Transformer/Rectifier (EBL 99)

Description and functions of the EBL 99 transformer/rectifier unit.

Appliances

Heater Operation

Safety and startup procedures for the heater.

Truma Combi Hot-Air Heater

Details on the Truma Combi heater's operating modes and functions.

Boiler Safety and Operation

Safety warnings and operational procedures for the boiler.

Truma Combi Boiler

Operating modes and features of the Truma Combi boiler.

Gas Cooker Operation

Safety precautions and steps for operating the gas cooker.

Sanitary Fittings

Water System Filling and Emptying

Procedures for filling and draining the entire vehicle water system.

Care

Winter Care

Recommendations for vehicle operation and protection during winter.

Winter Operation

Tips for operating the vehicle in winter conditions to prevent condensation.

Winter Lay-up Specifics

Additional measures required for winter lay-up of various vehicle systems.

Restarting After Lay-up

Checklist for starting the vehicle after temporary or winter lay-up.

Maintenance

Official Inspections

Information on mandatory roadworthiness and gas system inspections.

Troubleshooting

Electrical System Faults

Common electrical issues, their causes, and remedies.

Gas System Faults

Troubleshooting common problems related to the gas system.

Cooker Faults

Common issues with the cooker, their causes, and solutions.

Heater/Boiler Faults

Troubleshooting common faults with the heater and boiler.

Refrigerator Faults

Common problems with refrigerators, their causes, and remedies.

Dometic Refrigerator Troubleshooting

Specific troubleshooting steps for Dometic refrigerators.

Waeco Refrigerator Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting steps for Waeco refrigerators.

Water Supply Faults

Common issues with the water supply system and their resolutions.

Technical Data

Vehicle Weights

Specifications for maximum permissible gross weight, ready-to-drive mass, and payload.