Swift Sprite User Manual

FITTED EQUIPMENT
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Trouble-Shooting
The Alde control panel will display any error
messages. See the Operating and Installation
Instructions supplied separately.
The system is completely dead, the
control panel is blank
• Check the 20 mm T3.15 Amp glass fuse in
the boiler. This is located under the lid of the
black plastic service hatch, in a green plastic
fuse holder.
• Check the 12v supply to the boiler, it should
be above 12v.
• Check the 12v cable is plugged into the
boiler. Check the cable is plugged into the
Alde control panel.
The boiler will not ignite on gas
• Check the gas cylinder is full. Try a different
gas cylinder, ensuring it is propane gas.
• The system may not need to use gas
heating, if also using electric heating.
• The fluids in the boiler may already be at
operating temperature.
The boiler will not heat on 230 V electric
• Check that any 230v isolator switches are on
(they will often have an LED indicator).
• Check the 230v supply to the vehicle.
• The fluids in the boiler may already be at
operating temperature.
No hot water
• Check that hot water ignore is not activated
on the Alde control panel.
• Check that constant pumping is not
activated on the Alde control panel.
• Check for other conflicting settings on the
Alde control panel.
• Check the freshwater supply and water
pump.
No central heating
• Bleed the system of air.
• Check the fluid level in the expansion tank.
• Check that the circulation pump is
responding.
• Check that hot water boost is not activated
on the Alde control panel.
• Use gas and electric heating.
• Check that vents in the furniture are not
obstructed.
• Check the condition of the heat transfer fluid.
• Most vehicles will reach a comfortable
temperature within an hour, in non-extreme
conditions.
If problems persist, please contact contact
Alde, or your dealer or installer.
WARRANTY
Alde undertakes to rectify any manufacturing
defect or early component failure through
normal use that occurs within 12 months of
the installation date.
If your Alde boiler develops a fault, your first
action should be to contact your dealer or
installer, as they will be familiar with your
installation and vehicle, and how to make a
claim under warranty.
Alde International (UK) Ltd Huxley Close Park
Farm South Wellingborough Northamptonshire
NN8 6AB
Tel. 01933 677764
www.alde.co.uk

Swift Sprite Specifications

General

Brand	Swift
Model	Sprite
Category	Caravans
Language	English

Summary

WARRANTY INFORMATION

Warranty and guarantee cover

Details the types of warranty cover provided for the caravan and their duration.

What to do if you require assistance

SERVICE INSPECTION

Touring caravans - annual service/inspection record

Details the requirements for annual servicing to maintain warranty validity.

TOWING CODE

PREPARING FOR THE ROAD

PRE-TOW CHECK LIST

BREAKAWAY CABLE

Explains the purpose, identification, operation, and correct use of breakaway cables.

SAFETY AND SECURITY

Fire

Details fire precautions, including actions in case of fire and smoke alarm operation.

CO ALARM

Explains carbon monoxide risks, symptoms, and actions to take during an alarm.

SERVICES

WATER SYSTEM

WATER TANKS

WATER FAULTS

Provides a troubleshooting guide for common issues with the water system and pump.

GAS

Covers general gas information, cylinders, hoses, regulators, and cylinder compartments.

GAS FAULTS

Troubleshooting guide for common gas appliance issues like no ignition or low flame.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

ELECTRICS

EC444/EC445/EC455 POWER CONTROL SYSTEM

Guides on the operation of the EC series power control system and its components.

2.6 Control Panel Operation

3.4 12 Volt DC Fuses

Details the fuse allocation for the PSU and leisure battery, including ratings and colours.

3.7 Warnings and Alerts

3.8 Common Fault Table

Provides a table listing common faults, possible causes, and proposed fixes for the power system.

BATTERY

EXTERIOR 230V SOCKET

FITTED EQUIPMENT

Truma Combination Boiler

Describes the Truma Combination boiler, its dual fuel operation, and benefits.

Truma CP Plus Digital Timer Control

Provides operating instructions for the Truma CP Plus controller for heating and water.

Alde Compact 3020

Details the Alde 3020 Compact HE boiler, its design, heating modes, and hot water.

Thetford refrigerator

Offers instructions for use, safety, maintenance, and troubleshooting of Thetford refrigerators.

Dometic absorption refrigerator

Guides on operating and maintaining Dometic absorption refrigerators safely.

COOKER OPERATION

Covers operation of the cooker, including gas burners, electric hotplate, grill, and oven.

MICROWAVE

Provides important safety guidance and operating instructions for the microwave oven.

CASSETTE TOILET

Offers a quick guide to preparing, using, and maintaining the Thetford C260 Cassette Toilet.

TOURER REAR VIEW CAMERA

MAINTENANCE

CONDENSATION

WINTERISATION

Offers guidance on servicing, electrical, gas system, and appliance winterisation.

AL-KO ATC trailer control system (where fitted)

AXLE

AL-KO BRAKING SYSTEM ADJUSTMENT

HITCH

Friction pad replacement (side)

CHASSIS TROUBLE SHOOTING