Instruction manual

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Pitching the motorhome

5Pitching the motorhome

Chapter overview

This chapter contains instructions on how to pitch the vehicle.

The instructions address the following topics:

z handbrake

z entrance step

z ramps

z wheel chocks

z operation of the supports

z 230 V connection

z refrigerator

z aligning the antenna

z retracting and extending the awning

5.1 Handbrake

Firmly apply the handbrake when parking the vehicle.

5.2 Entrance step

In order to exit the vehicle, first fully extend the electrically operated entrance

step. Observe the indicator lamp on the dashboard.

5.3 Ramps

To enable the vehicle to be parked on the level, ramps can be used for height

compensation when the vehicle is parked on a hill or on uneven ground.

5.4 Wheel chocks

When parking the vehicle on slopes or inclines use the wheel chocks.

If the maximum permissible gross weight of the vehicle exceeds 4 tonnes,

wheel chocks must be used when parking on gradients. The wheel chocks are

provided as standard for vehicles with a maximum permissible gross weight

exceeding 4 tonnes.

Z Pitch the vehicle so that it is as horizontal as possible. Use ramps where

necessary. Otherwise, the water from the shower tray will not be able to

drain properly.

Z Secure the vehicle to prevent it from rolling.

Z Animals (especially mice) can cause great damage to the interior of the

vehicle. To prevent this from happening, regularly check the vehicle for

damages or animal traces after pitching.

Z Observe the instructions in section 3.6.

Z Ramps are not included in the scope of delivery. Different models are avail-

able from accessory shops.