Volkswagen Eurovan Camper User Manual

Thank you for choosing the Euro Van Camper.
Your new EuroVan was constructed by Volkswagen in their Hannover, Germany assembly plant. Volk-
swagen has b een supplying the world with vans for over 45 years, an d the EuroVan ref lects this e xpe ri -
ence.
The mid-sized EuroVan is a heavy-duty vehicle built to endure a wide variety of applications, well
beyond that of a typical minivan. This makes it ideal for a camper vehicle, where comfort and drive-
ability must be combined with strength and durability.
The Winnebago camper package was designed, engineered and quality built in Forest City, Iowa. In
developing the package, we focused on three primary objectives:
I. CAPTURE THE ESSENCE OF THE TRADITIONAL VOLKSWAGEN CAMPER.
To accomplish this we had to provi de the m ost effici ent use of space possibl e, and deli ver a high
level of material and workmanship quality.
Thanks to Volkswagen’s long wheelbase, the EuroVan Cam per has more i nterior volume than the
previous model, the Vanagon Camper. We believe that we have found the optimum blend of storage
and living area within this larger space. Even t he re fr igerator is a special design to fit two cubic feet
into the smallest possible galley space.
Regardi n g quality a n d durab il ity, w e hop e tha t ma ny of ou r e fforts are e asily recognizab le , eve n to
the casual observer . However , what would not be obvious, for example, is the fact that t he entire gal-
ley is anchored by an aluminum frame, tig-welded together and then electro-statically “powder
painted”. Or that the cabinet panels are solid-cor e woo d covered with high-pressure laminates.
Even the “pop-up” top is Winnebago’s own design and construction. Here we use an aluminum
fram e an d hi gh-densi ty f oam, s andwi ched be tween two poly m er sheets. The re sult i s an i ns ulated
to p t hat is much stro nger than Fiberg lass , a nd some wha t lighter in weight.
II. MAXIMIZE VERSATILITY.
Ty pi cal ca mpe r-v ans are good cam pers , but not v ery capab l e at haul i ng people or thi ngs. Wi th the
EuroVan Camper, we set out to ensure that on any given day, it can be a complete camper, a roomy
passenger van, or an effective cargo van.
Thi s versati l ity com es from th e ga ll ey -lef t lay out, com bi ned wi th an opti onal cen ter sea t, and th e
fact that the center and rear seats are easily folded or removed. The result is room for up to six full-
sized people or a remarkable variety of cargo (or many t hings in bet w e en! )
AUGUST 2001 132000-01-U02

Volkswagen Eurovan Camper Specifications

General

Brand	Volkswagen
Model	Eurovan Camper
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

New Vehicle Limited Warranty

Warranty Coverage to Owner

Details the portion of the Eurovan covered by Winnebago's warranty.

Warranty Period

Specifies the duration of the warranty coverage.

Items Not Covered Under Warranty

Lists components covered by separate manufacturer warranties.

Winnebago's Responsibility

Outlines Winnebago's commitment to repair or replace defective parts.

Care and Maintenance

If Repairs Are Needed

Procedure for obtaining warranty repairs and service.

Section 1 To The Owner

Seat Belts

General information and warnings about seat belt usage.

Center Companion Seat Belts

Center Bench Seat Lap Belts

General Warnings

Broad safety precautions for vehicle operation and occupancy.

Driving

Essential safe driving practices and tips.

Fuel & LP Gas

LP Gas Alarm

Explanation of the LP gas detector's function and alarm.

Carbon Monoxide Warning

Warning about the dangers of carbon monoxide.

Carbon Monoxide Alarm

Function and operation of the carbon monoxide alarm.

Smoke Alarm

Fire Extinguisher

Information on the fire extinguisher's location and use.

Section 2 LP Gas System

LP Gas Supply

Safe Use of the LP Gas System

Essential safety precautions for operating the LP gas system.

LP Tank System

Refilling LP Tank

Step-by-step procedure for refilling the LP gas tank.

Regulator

LP Gas Leaks

Procedures for detecting and handling LP gas leaks.

Winter Use of LP Gas

Section 3 Electrical Systems

110-Volt AC System

External Power Cord (Shoreline)

Instructions for connecting the external power cord.

110-Volt Circuit Breaker

Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)

Explanation of the GFCI's safety function and operation.

Thermal Breaker

Power Converter Charging Section

12-Volt DC System

Auxiliary (Coach) Battery

Information about the deep-cycle coach battery.

12-Volt Circuit Breakers

Coach Battery Circuit Breakers

Battery Storage and Maintenance

Guidelines for storing and maintaining lead-acid batteries.

Battery Maintenance

Routine practices for ensuring battery acceptance and charge.

Section 4 Plumbing Systems

Filling Fresh Water Tank

Procedure for filling the 12-gallon fresh water tank.

Disinfection of Fresh Water Systems

Recommended steps for sanitizing the fresh water system.

Water Drain Valve

Dumping Holding Tank

Step-by-step instructions for dumping the waste water tank.

Holding Tank Level Indicators

Section 5 RV Features and Appliances

Refrigerator (2 Cu. Ft. 3-Way Powered)

Information on operating the refrigerator using AC, DC, or LP gas.

Leveling

Operating Instructions - Norcold 3163

Specific operating instructions for the Norcold 3163 refrigerator.

Range Top

Operation and safety guidelines for the LP gas range top.

Monitor Panel

Water and Holding Tank Levels

LP Gas Level

Battery Condition Meter

LP Gas Furnace (Suburban)

Start-up, operation, and shut-down procedures for the furnace.

Pop-Up Roof

Instructions for raising and lowering the pop-up roof feature.

Sleeping Facilities

Rear Seat

Center Bench Seat (Optional)

Child Restraint Tether Anchors

Instructions for installing child safety seats with tether straps.

Center Companion Seat (Optional)

Tables

Section 6 Care & Storage

Care of Pop-Up Canvas Sides

Upholstery

Spots and Stains

Stainless Steel Sink and Countertop

Range and Refrigerator

Preparing Vehicle for Storage

General steps for preparing the vehicle for storage.

Cold Weather Storage Procedure (Winterizing)

Detailed steps for winterizing the vehicle's systems.

Removal from Storage

Section 7 Traveling With Your Camper

Maximum Occupancy

Vehicle Weight

Pre-Travel Checklist

Essential checks to perform before traveling.

Severe Weather Information

Campsite Set-Up