Swift Sprite User Manual

TOWING CODE
20
PREPARING FOR THE ROAD
Preparing for the road
Pre-load checklist
! WARNING: Never enter the caravan
without first lowering the four corner
steadies with the brace provided.
Before loading check:
- loose articles are stowed securely.
Do not stow tins, bottles or heavy items in
overhead lockers prior to towing.
- all lockers and cupboard doors are closed
and secured, including the bathroom door.
- all bunks are secure.
- ensure shower door is secure
- all rooflights are closed and secured.
- main table is stored in its transit position.
- television aerial is lowered
- fridge is on 12V operation and door lock
is set.
- all windows are fully closed and latched.
Never tow with windows on night setting.
Leave all curtains and blinds open to aid rear
visibility.
- gas cylinders are correctly positioned,
secured and turned off, unless using en route
heating.
- battery is secure and mains connecting cable
is disconnected and stowed.
- Ensure control panel settings are correct
for 12v fridge operation. See control panel
instructions for detail.
! WARNING: Turn off gas appliances
except en route heating (if fitted).
! WARNING: Do not travel with televisions
or microwaves in overhead lockers unless
the appliance was supplied fitted to your
caravan by the manufacturer.
! WARNING: Always disconnect the
electrical connector between the towing
vehicle and the caravan before connecting a
LV supply to the caravan.
(a)
(c)
Fig. A Loading your caravan
(b)
(d)

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