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Hobby Caravan Series User Manual

Hobby Caravan Series
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Dear Camper Owners,
We would like to congratulate you on the purchase of your new HOBBY camper and hope that you will
always enjoy traveling with it.
Please read this manual carefully, even if you have been driving a camper for a longer period of time. It
will help you to avoid operating errors and damage to the vehicle and its equipment. Correct handling
of all technical details will increase your driving comfort and maintain the value of your camper.
We wish you and your companions many enjoyable trips and hope you always have a safe journey.
Your
HOBBY Camper Plant
Ing. Harald Striewski GmbH

Table of Contents

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Hobby Caravan Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHobby
ModelCaravan Series
CategoryCaravans
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

General Information

Provides general context and disclaimers about the camper and manual.

Markings in Operation Instructions

Explains symbols, guidelines, and warnings used in the manual.

Safety

General Safety Information

Covers general safety guidelines, keys, emergency equipment, and fire prevention.

Before the Drive

Details essential checks and preparations for the vehicle before driving.

Loading

Provides rules and guidance for properly distributing and securing loads.

Handling Performance

Explains how to drive the camper, including curves and braking.

After the Drive

Outlines procedures for parking, securing the vehicle, and electrical redirection.

Undercarriage and Vehicle Registration

General Information

Discusses frame parts, axles, maintenance, and modification restrictions.

Safety Coupling WS 3000

Explains the operation, hitching, and inspection of the safety coupling system.

Locking Brake Facilities

Details how to lock and release the parking brake and check its system.

Overrunning Equipment and Wheel Brakes

Covers checking the overrunning equipment and maintaining wheel brakes.

Drawbars and Longitudinal Beams

Discusses the connection of chassis beams and towbars and their maintenance.

Rotating Stanchions

Explains how to turn rotating stanchions outward and inward for support.

Vehicle Registration

Outlines the process and required documents for registering the camper.

General Inspection

Details requirements for major vehicle inspections and necessary documents.

Fit for a Speed of 100 km/h

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

Definition of Mass

Explains various mass definitions (g.v.w.r., running order, additional load) according to EU regulations.

Wheels and Tires

Tires

Covers recommended tire usage, regular checks, and new tire break-in procedures.

Tire Pressure

Provides rules for checking tire pressure and the correct pressure values.

Profile Depth and Age of Tires

Explains when new tires are needed and how to determine tire age.

Rims

Details rules for using other rims and adjusting wheel screw torque.

Changing the Tire

Step-by-step guide on how to prepare for and change a tire.

Exterior Structure

Ventilation and De-aerating

Explains the importance of ventilation and how to ensure proper air circulation in the camper.

Vehicle Keys

Describes how to operate the external and internal entry doors using the provided keys.

Service Flap

Details procedures for opening and closing the service flap securely.

Gas-Bottle Container Flap

Instructions for opening and closing the gas-bottle container lid.

Toilet Flap

Steps for opening and closing the toilet flap.

Roof and Roof Rail

Rules for loading the roof rail and permissible loads, and rules for roof access.

Guide Rail for Outer Tent

Explains the purpose and installation of the guide rail for the outer tent.

Bicycle Carrier

Discusses handling changes when a bicycle carrier is loaded and its maximum load.

Interior Structure

Opening and Closing Doors and Flaps

Instructions for opening and closing various interior cupboard and furniture doors.

Media Oval (Rotating TV/Bar)

Describes the function and operation of the media oval as a room divider and TV/bar unit.

Seat Chests and Conversion of Beds

Explains how to convert seat groups into comfortable beds.

Children's Beds

Provides safety notes regarding windows and the upper bed for children.

Windows

Details how to open, close, and adjust hinged windows and pleating screens.

Roof Bonnets

Explains safety instructions and operating procedures for opening and closing roof bonnets.

Installation of Electrical Devices

Safety Tips

General safety advice regarding electrical equipment installation and usage in the camper.

Service Panel

Explains the function of each push-button on the main service panel.

Secondary Panel 1 (Sleeping Area)

Describes the push-button functions for the sleeping area control panel.

Secondary Panel 2 (Washroom)

Details the push-button functions for the washroom control panel.

Remote Control

Explains the use of the remote control for operating the service panel.

Electrical Supply

Describes how to obtain electricity via mains connection and vehicle supply.

Function of the Electrical Supply Unit

Explains how the electrical supply unit converts voltage and operates via base vehicle or mains.

Changing the Taillight Bulbs

Step-by-step instructions for replacing taillight bulbs.

Circuit Diagram (Exterior)

Provides a wiring diagram for the exterior 12V electrical installation.

Lighting in the Camper

Details how interior lighting elements are switched and operated.

Electric Floor Heating

Explains the function and operation of the optional electric floor heating system.

Water

Water Supply

Covers general information on water quality, supply, and rules for the immersion pump.

Warm Water Supply via Truma-Therme

Explains filling, emptying, and operating the Truma-Therme hot water system.

Water Flushing Toilet

Provides instructions for preparing, operating, and emptying the toilet's water system.

Gas

General Safety Rules for Liquid Gas Facilities

Covers inspection, installations, modifications, and safety rules for gas systems.

Gas Supply

Details the bottle container, rules for gas bottles, and changing them.

Hot-Air Heating

Explains installation, operation, and battery changes for the hot-air heating system.

Hot-Air Heating with Integrated Boiler

Covers operation modes, frost control, and specific settings for the integrated boiler heating.

Refrigerator

Explains the refrigerator's operation modes (12V, 230V, Gas) and door locking.

Gas Cooker

Provides first-use instructions, operation, and safety rules for the gas cooker.

Oven

Details safety rules, operation, and ignition procedures for the oven.

Accessories

Maintenance and Upkeep

Maintenance

Outlines maintenance intervals, rules for inspections, and greasing/oiling procedures.

Ventilation

Discusses sufficient ventilation for maintaining climate and preventing corrosion.

Upkeep

Covers cleaning the exterior and interior, including specific rules for surfaces and furniture.

Winter Operation

Provides guidance on preparing for winter, rules for inner furnishings, and general winter operation.

Waste Disposal and Environmental Protection

The Environment and Mobile Travel

Emphasizes environmentally sound use of the camper and rules for waste water and faeces disposal.

Technical Data

Tire Pressure Values

Lists tire sizes and their corresponding recommended air pressure in bar.

Weights in Accordance with 97/27/EG

Provides a table detailing weights, equipment, and load capacities for various camper models.

Basic Equipment

Lists the essential equipment and fluids included for safe vehicle use and their weights.

Technical Data

Contains detailed technical specifications for various camper models, including dimensions and load data.

Lighting

Lists all 12V and 230V interior and exterior lighting components and their wattages.