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provides without prior notice.

Only certified apps can be used when driving so that the driver is not distracted.

WARNING

Using applications while the vehicle is in motion can distract you from the road. Accidents and injuries can occur if

the driver is distracted.

● Always drive carefully and responsibly.

WARNING

Applications that are unsuitable or used incorrectly can cause damage to the vehicle, accidents or serious injury.

● Protect the mobile device and the applications on it from misuse.

● Do not make changes to the applications.

● Observe the operating manual for the mobile device.

NOTICE

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is not responsible for damage to the vehicle caused by poor quality or faulty

applications, inadequate programming of applications, insufficient network strength or loss of data during

transmission or by misuse of the mobile devices.

Overview

Fig. 1 Overview of Caddy California

The equipment shown here is optional equipment.

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Side stowage pockets

Bed

Stowage pocket with

—Camping chairs

—Folding table

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Mini-kitchen

The opaque shades and the ventilation grille are kept in the luggage compartment.

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Side stowage pockets

Fig. 1 On the right of the luggage compartment: stowage

pocket.

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Stowage pocket

Retainer in the top of the stowage pocket

Lock button in the stowage pocket

Stowage pockets can be attached to the side panels in the luggage compartment. You can use the stowage pockets to

transport soft, lightweight objects.

Removing a stowage pocket

—Open the flaps on the stowage pockets.

—Remove all items from the stowage pocket.

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—Pull the lock button→ Fig. 1

on the right and left of the lower stowage pocket in the direction of the arrow

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and remove the stowage pocket → Fig. 1

from the ball studs.

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—Turn the catches → Fig. 1

on the right and left of the upper stowage pocket by 90° and remove the stowage

pocket.

Attaching the stowage pocket

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—Place the stowage pocket→ Fig. 1

onto the upper retainers.

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—Turn the catches → Fig. 1

by 90°.

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—Press the lock button→ Fig. 1

onto the ball stud in the opposite direction to the arrow until it clicks into place.

—Close the flaps on the stowage pockets.

WARNING

Loose or incorrectly secured objects may be flung through the vehicle interior in the event of a sudden driving or

braking manoeuvre. This can cause serious injury and can also lead to loss of control of the vehicle.

● Always keep the stowage pockets securely attached and closed while the vehicle is in motion.

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WARNING

Improper use of the stowage pockets can cause serious injury.

● Place only soft, lightweight objects in the stowage pockets.

Stowage pockets for table and chairs

The folding table and camping chairs are kept in the stowage pocket under the bed. You can remove the stowage

pocket to increase the space in the luggage compartment.

Removing the folding table and camping chairs

Fig. 1 Under the bed: opening and closing the stowage

pocket.

Fig. 2 In the stowage pocket: camping chairs and folding

table.

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—Pull down the zips→ Fig. 1

on the left and right of the stowage pocket.

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—If necessary, release the top velcro fastener and fold down the flap→ Fig. 1

.

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—Pull the folding table→ Fig. 2

and camping chairs→ Fig. 2

rearwards out of the stowage pocket→ Fig. 2.

Stowing the folding table and camping chairs

—Slide the folding table and camping chairs into the stowage pocket.

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—Fold up the flap and secure it with the velcro fastener.

—Close the zips on the left and right of the stowage pocket by pulling them up.

Removing a stowage pocket

—Remove the folding table and camping chairs from the stowage pocket and stow them outside of the vehicle.

—Detach the belts and velcro straps from the bed frame.

—Remove the stowage pocket.

Attaching the stowage pocket

—Position the stowage pocket under the bed frame.

—Secure the belts and velcro straps to the bed frame.

—Store the folding table and camping chairs in the stowage pocket.

WARNING

Loose or incorrectly secured objects may be flung through the vehicle interior in the event of a sudden driving or

braking manoeuvre. This can cause serious injury and can also lead to loss of control of the vehicle.

● Always ensure that the stowage pocket is securely attached and closed while the vehicle is in motion.

● Always stow the folding table and camping chairs securely in the stowage pocket while the vehicle is in motion.

WARNING

Improper use of the stowage pockets can cause serious injury.

● Never exceed the maximum payload of the stowage pocket.

Camping chairs

Fig. 1 Setting up and folding up a camping chair.

The two camping chairs are kept in a stowage pocket under the bed in the luggage compartment (→ Storage pocket

for table and chairs).

Setting up the camping chair

—Remove the camping chair from the stowage pocket.

—Take hold of the camping chair by the backrest and seat and push them apart.

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Folding up the camping chair

—Take hold of the camping chair by the backrest and seat and press them together.

—Store the camping chair in the stowage pocket.

WARNING

Improper use of the camping chairs can cause serious injury.

● The camping chairs must always be stowed securely while the vehicle is in motion.

● Never stand on the camping chair.

● Always position camping chairs and the folding table on firm and even ground.

WARNING

Serious injuries could result if the camping chairs are not folded open and closed carefully and in a controlled

manner.

● Always keep hands, fingers, feet and other body parts away from the camping chairs when folding them.

Folding table

Fig. 1 Assembling the folding table.

Fig. 2 Collapsing the folding table.

The folding table is kept in a stowage pocket under the bed in the luggage compartment (→ Storage pocket for table

and chairs).

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Assembling the folding table

—Remove the folding table from the stowage pocket.

—Unfold the four table legs until they engage securely→

—Setting up the folding table.

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—On uneven ground, correct the length of the table leg using the thumb wheel→ Fig. 1

.

Stowing the folding table

—Turn the folding table around.

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—Press the button → Fig. 2

and fold in the respective table leg→

.

—Store the folding table in the stowage pocket.

WARNING

Improper use of the folding table can cause serious injury.

● The folding table must always be stowed securely while the vehicle is in motion.

● Never sit or stand on the folding table.

● Always position the folding table on firm and even ground.

WARNING

Serious injuries could result if the table legs are not folded in and out carefully and in a controlled manner.

● Always keep hands, fingers, feet and other body parts away from the camping chairs when folding them.

NOTICE

Never place hot objects, such as pots or pans, on the tables. Such objects could damage these surfaces.

Setting up and folding away the bed

Fig. 1 Unfold the bed.

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Fig. 2 Fold out the supports.

Before setting up the bed when the vehicle is stationary, the seats and backrests must be adjusted – (→ Folding

backrests forwards in first seat row) and (→ Second row of seats).

Setting up the bed

—Slide the seats in the first row all the way forward and set the backrest sufficiently far forward.

—Fold down the backrests of the second row of seats.

—Open the catch on the fixing strap.

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—Fold the bed→ Fig. 1

forwards →

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—Fold out the side supports→ Fig. 2

. When folding out the bed, the linkage→ Fig. 2

ensures that both

sides are folded out at the same time. Make sure that there is sufficient clearance between the bed and the side

trim. →

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—Place the side supports→ Fig. 2

securely into the mounts on the hinge posts.

Folding the bed away

—Prise the bed frame out of the support position→

.

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—Fold in the side supports→ Fig. 2

. Both sides are folded in at the same time. Make sure that there is sufficient

clearance between the bed and the side trim.

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—Fold the bed up→ Fig. 1

until the bed is fully folded together.→

—Secure the bed with the fixing strap. Close the catch.→

—Fold back the backrests and adjust the seats.

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WARNING

Serious injuries may result if you do not fold the bed up and down carefully and in a controlled manner.

● Always keep hands, fingers, feet and any other body parts away from the area when folding the bed in and out.

WARNING

Objects that are not secured, or are secured incorrectly, can cause serious injuries in the event of a sudden driving or

braking manoeuvre or accident.

● Never place any objects on the folded bed while the vehicle is in motion.

● The bed must always be folded up and secured with the fixing strap while the vehicle is in motion.

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● The backrests on the second row of seats must always be in place while the vehicle is in motion.

NOTICE

Always position the bed with the side supports in the mounts on the hinge posts. Otherwise the bed could be

damaged under strain.

The bed is designed for a maximum load of

200 kg.

Removing and fitting the bed frame

Fig. 1 Removing the bed frame.

The bed frame and bed can be removed when not in use.

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles recommends that you install and remove the bed frame with the help of a second

person.

Removing the bed frame

—Open the boot lid (→ Boot lid).

—If necessary, remove the stowage pocket for the camping chairs and the folding table (→ Storage pocket for table

and chairs).

—If necessary, fold up the bed (→ Bed). The bed must be folded up and secured.

—Unlock the four release mechanisms on the left and right of the bed frame→ Fig. 1.

—Lift the bed frame upwards out of the side mounts.

—Lift the bed frame rearwards out of the luggage compartment→

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Installing the bed frame

—Lift the bed frame into the luggage compartment.

—Set the bed frame on the side mounts and engage securely.

—Check that the bed frame is engaged securely→

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—If necessary, attach the stowage pocket for the camping chairs and table to the frame.

—Close the boot lid.

WARNING

The bed frame is heavy and can cause serious injuries due to its weight.

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● Before removing the bed frame, please consider whether you are physically able to lift it.

● If necessary, remove and install the bed frame with the help of a second person.

WARNING

The bed frame could become detached in the event of a sudden driving or braking manoeuvre or in an accident if is

not securely engaged.

● Make sure that the catches are engaged securely after installation.

NOTICE

Never use the installed bed frame together with the luggage compartment cover .

Ventilation grille

The ventilation grille ensures for an optimum air circulation and should therefore always be used when you sleep

overnight in the vehicle.

The ventilation grille may only be used when the vehicle is stationary . Always make sure that you remove the

ventilation grille before driving away.

Installation is the same on both the left-hand and right-hand sides.

Fitting the ventilation grille

Fig. 1 Unfold the ventilation grille.

Fig. 2 In the left door: attaching the ventilation grille.

—Take the ventilation grille out of the luggage compartment.

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—Unfold the ventilation grille→ Fig. 1.

—Open the window .

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—Insert the ventilation grille into the window seal starting at the front→ Fig. 2

and then moving to the rear

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→ Fig. 2

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—Place the ventilation grille flat on the window.

—Carefully close the window until the ventilation grille comes into contact with the upper window seal.→

Removing the ventilation grille

—Open the window.

—Detach the ventilation grille from the window.

—Close the window.

—Fold up the ventilation grille.

—Stow the ventilation grille safely in the luggage compartment.

WARNING

Covered windows can impair visibility and driving safety. This can cause accidents and serious injuries.

● Only drive when you have sufficient visibility through all windows.

● Remove all ventilation grilles before starting your journey.

WARNING

Careless or unsupervised use of the electric windows can cause serious injuries.

● The electric windows should only be opened or closed when you are sure that nobody is in their operating area.

Opaque shades

Some opaque shades can be attached to the window frame using magnets. There is a specially shaped shade for

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every window → Fig. 1

. The complete vehicle interior is effectively and fully screened when these are used in

conjunction with the stowage pockets attached to the rear side windows.

Fitting shades on the windscreen

Fig. 1 Windscreen shade.

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Shades

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Sun visor

Rubber bands

Fig. 2 On the interior mirror: velcro fastener on the shade.

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Velcro fastener

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—Take the shade→ Fig. 1

out of the storage bag and unfold it.

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—Swivel the sun visors down → Fig. 1

.

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—Pull the rubber bands→ Fig. 1

over the sun visor.

—Fold the sun visors forwards until they are flat against the windscreen.

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—Use the velcro fasteners to close the shade around the interior mirror→ Fig. 2

.

—Wedge the lower end of the shade into the gap between the dash panel and the windscreen→ Fig. 1.

—Use the magnets to attach the shades to the side windows.

—Follow the above instructions in reverse order to remove the shades.

—Fold up the windscreen shade and place it securely in its storage bag→

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Door window shades

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Fig. 3 On the doors: door window shades.

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Magnetic curtain

Magnetic curtains are used as opaque shades for the door windows. Installation is the same on both the left-hand

and right-hand sides.

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—Take the magnetic curtains→ Fig. 3

out of the storage bag and unfold them.

—Fit the magnetic curtains on the corresponding window. The curtains are attached to the window frames using

magnets.

—To remove the magnetic curtains, grip the outer edge and pull them carefully off the window frame.

—Fold up the magnetic curtains and stow them securely in the storage bag→

.

Shading the rear window

Magnetic curtains are used as opaque shades for the rear window.

—Take the magnetic curtain out of the storage bag and unfold it.

—Position the magnetic curtain on the rear window. The curtains are attached to the window frames using magnets.

—Take hold of the magnetic curtain at the outer edge and pull it carefully off the window frame.

—Fold up the magnetic curtain and stow it securely in the storage bag→

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Shade for the tilting panoramic sunroof

Fig. 4 Shade for the tilting panoramic sunroof: preparing

for installation.

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Folding spring-loaded rod

Side tunnel

End cap

—Take the shade for the panoramic tilting sunroof out of the storage bag and unfold it.

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—Assemble the folding spring-loaded rods→ Fig. 4

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—Insert the folding spring-loaded rods into the side tunnels→ Fig. 4

on the right and left of the shade.

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—Use the spring-loaded rods to position the shade on the roof. The straight edge of the end cap→ Fig. 4

be flat against the tilting panoramic sunroof.

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—Use the magnets to attach the shade to the roof frame.

—Follow the above instructions in reverse order to remove the opaque shades from the tilting panoramic sunroof.

—Pull the folding spring-loaded rods out of the side tunnels.

—Disassemble the folding spring-loaded rods. The folding spring-loaded rods stay in the central tunnel on the shade.

—Fold up the shade and stow it securely in the storage bag→

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WARNING

Objects that are not secured, or are secured incorrectly, can cause serious injuries in the event of a sudden driving or

braking manoeuvre or accident.

● Store the removable shades in the storage bag provided, and stow it securely in the vehicle.

WARNING

Obscured windows can impair visibility and driving safety.

● Only drive when you have sufficient visibility through all windows.

● Remove all shades before driving.

NOTICE

Do not place any objects that are sensitive to magnetism, such as payment cards, in the storage bag with the

magnetic curtains. They could be permanently damaged.

Assembling and dismantling the hob

Pulling out the hob

Fig. 1 Mini-kitchen: pulling out the hob(illustration).

—To open, press the release button on the handle of the top drawer and pull the hob out to its end position→ Fig. 1.

You must hear and feel the hob click into place.

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—Fold up the cover→ Fig. 1

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Closing the hob

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—Fold down the cover → Fig. 1

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—Press the release mechanism on the right and left of the hob→ Fig. 1

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—Slide the hob into the mini-kitchen until you hear and feel it click into place.

Stowage area in the mini-kitchen

There is space to store items such as cooking utensils in the large stowage area under the hob. There is also a cutlery

drawer.

Opening and closing the stowage compartment

Fig. 1 Mini-kitchen: pulling out the stowage area

(illustration).

—To open the stowage area, press the release button on the handle and pull it out to the rear→ Fig. 1.

—To close the stowage area, slide it in until you hear and feel the catch click into place.

Opening and closing the cutlery drawer

—Opening the stowage area.

—Pull the cutlery drawer out to the side.

—To close the cutlery drawer, slide it in until you hear and feel it click into place.

—Close the stowage area.

WARNING

Drawers that are not securely closed can open unexpectedly. This can cause serious injuries.

● Always close and lock stowage compartments after use.

NOTICE

Drawers that are not closed properly may open during sudden driving or braking manoeuvres. This can cause

damage to the vehicle.

● Always close and lock stowage compartments after use.

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Introduction

Use only butane gas cylinders together with a cylinder safety valve and a pressure regulating valve which comply with

the European Standard EN 15202:

Butane gas cylinders type 904.

The above gas cylinders bear the following instruction from the manufacturer: “Not suitable for use in caravans and

motorhomes.” This warning means that gas cylinders of this type must not be used freely within the vehiclebut must

be housed in a special gas cylinder compartment.

There is a ventilation opening underneath the gas cylinder. Do not cover or close it. Check the floor vents regularly to

make sure they are free from obstruction →

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Differences in some countries

In some countries, the connection on the pressure regulating valve and the gas cylinder may differ from the

description given here. In this case the components are retrofitted by the Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles

dealership or importer.

National standards may additionally apply in some countries→

.

Your Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles dealership or qualified workshop can provide further information about the

differences in some countries.

DANGER

Risk of explosion when using non-compliant cylinder safety valves or pressure regulating valves.

● Only cylinder safety valves and gas pressure regulators that are compliant with European standard EN 15202 may

be used.

DANGER

Leaking gas can cause an explosion.

● Take the following actions if you smell gas when the cooker is switched off or when connecting a new gas

cylinder:

● Ensure there is no source of fire, spark or open flame in the vicinity.

● Close the safety cylinder valve to the gas cylinder.

● Ensure that there is fresh air in the vehicle.

● Do not connect the gas cylinder if you are unable to eliminate the source of the gas smell. Have the gas system

checked by a qualified workshop.

DANGER

Gas burners use up oxygen in the surrounding area. If the vehicle is not ventilated properly, a life threatening lack of

oxygen will develop.

● Always ensure that there is adequate fresh air entering the vehicle from the moment the gas flame is lit until it is

turned off again.

● Never use the gas burners to heat the vehicle interior.

WARNING

Work carried out incorrectly on the gas system can lead to serious injury.

● All work on the gas system must be carried out by a qualified workshop only.

● Never make modifications to the gas system.

● If there is a leak or you suspect there is a leak in the gas system, have it checked by a qualified workshop.

WARNING

Improper or insufficient maintenance of the gas system can compromise its safety and cause serious injury.

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● Check the gas hose between the pressure regulator and the gas system regularly. If there is a leak or you suspect

there is a leak in the gas system, have it checked by a qualified workshop.

● Have a qualified workshop check the gas system for leaks and proper function every two years.

● In addition, a leak/function test must be carried out on the gas system by a qualified workshop every time the

system is repaired or the gas system connections are opened.

WARNING

Incorrect use of the gas system can cause serious injury.

● The gas cylinder compartment cover must always be closed when there is a gas cylinder in the compartment.

● Never connect the gas system to the town gas/gas mains.

● Close all gas shut-off valves before driving and when not using the cooker for long periods.

● Never allow the vents in the floor of the gas cylinder compartment to become blocked by slush, cleaning rags,

etc. Check the floor vents regularly to make sure they are free from obstruction.

WARNING

There is a danger of fire any time a gas burner is lit.

● Never leave a lit burner unattended – especially when children are nearby.

● Make sure the gas flame never extends beyond the edge of the pot or pan.

● Do not use the opaque shades while the gas flame is lit. They should only be used once the flame has been

extinguished.

● Make sure that no inflammable items are left close to the burners, e.g. cooking fat or oil.

● Keep towels, clothing, paper, plastic and other inflammable materials well away from the gas cooker.

● Never overheat oil or cooking fat.

WARNING

Damp or wet oven mitts or potholders can become very hot and cause scalding.

● Use only dry oven mitts and potholders.

NOTICE

Never place hot objects, e.g. pots or pans, on the surface of the kitchenette or on table tops. Such objects could

damage these surfaces.

Gas shut-off valve

Fig. 1 In the mini-kitchen: gas shut-off valve closed.

The gas shut-off valve→ Fig. 1 is located on the left-hand side panel of the mini-kitchen.

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Operating the gas shut-off valve

—Pull out the stowage area from the mini-kitchen .

—Turn the handle on the gas shut-off valve by 90°.

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The gas shut-off valve isclosed when the lever→ Fig. 1

is at a right-angle to the gas pipe.

Connecting and changing the gas cylinder

Fig. 1 In the mini-kitchen: connected gas cylinder.

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Pressure regulator(30 mbar)

Bottle safety valve

Union nut on the pressure regulator with left-hand thread

Securing strap for the holder.

Preparing to connect the gas cylinder

—On the second row of seats, fold the seat located in front of the mini-kitchen forwards.

—Open the central fastener on the gas cylinder compartment cover.

—Remove the cover and stow it safely in the vehicle.

—Close the gas shut-off valve (→ Gas system).

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—Close the cylinder safety valve→ Fig. 1

to prevent accidental gas leakage→

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Connecting a gas cylinder

—First read the section on “Preparing to connect the gas cylinder” and follow the instructions carefully.

—Position the gas cylinder in the gas cylinder compartment.

—Make sure that the gas cylinder is standing firmly on the floor of the gas cylinder compartment.

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—Pull the securing strap → Fig. 1

around the gas cylinder.

—Close the securing strap.

—Tighten the securing strap until the gas cylinder is held firmly in place.

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—Connect the cylinder safety valve→ Fig. 1

to the gas cylinder.

—Check that the cylinder safety valve is screwed on properly and that the connection is airtight.

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—Check that the gas hose is screwed securely onto the pressure regulator and onto the transition piece to the gas

pipe. Make sure that the connections are airtight.

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—Connect the pressure regulator→ Fig. 1

with the union nut→ Fig. 1

to the cylinder safety valve by turning

it anti-clockwise.

—Check that the pressure regulator is properly screwed on to the cylinder safety valve and that the connection is

airtight.

—Make sure that the gas hose is positioned without impediment and that it is not pinched or damaged at any point.

Changing the gas cylinder

—First read the section on “Preparing to connect the gas cylinder” and follow the instructions carefully.

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—Make sure that the cylinder safety valve→ Fig. 1

is completely closed. This prevents gas from escaping

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accidentally when the union nut → Fig. 1

is loosened.

—Completely unscrew the union nut of the pressure regulator from the cylinder safety valve by turning it clockwise.

—Loosen the securing strap.

—Remove the gas cylinder.

—Connect a new gas cylinder → Connecting a gas cylinder.

DANGER

Leaking gas can cause an explosion.

● If you smell gas while connecting the gas cylinder, take the following actions immediately:

● Ensure there is no source of fire, spark or open flame in the vicinity.

● Close the safety valve on the gas cylinder.

● Open doors and windows to air out the vehicle.

● If the source of the gas smell cannot be eliminated, do not connect the gas cylinder. Have the gas system

checked by a qualified workshop.

The gas system doesnot need to be checked when a gas cylinder is

changed.

Gas cooker

Fig. 1 Gas cooker: controls on the mini-kitchen.

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Burner.

Piezo igniter.

Control knob of the burner.

Read the following information before using the gas cooker for the first time (→ Gas system).

Using the gas cooker

—When using the gas cooker for the first time, you may smell gas briefly.

—Open all the gas shut-off valves before cooking.

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—The pan supports on the gas cooker→ Fig. 1

cleaning.

are simply wedged into place and can easily be removed for

—Use only dry oven gloves and cloths when handling hot pots and pans→

.

Turning on the gas flame

Moisture and dirt can hamper the spark discharge→ Ignition spark.

—Assemble the hob (→ Folding mini fridge).

—Open the safety valve on the gas cylinder (→ Gas system).

—Open the gas shut-off valve (→ Gas system).

—Fold up the cover.

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—Push in the control knob→ Fig. 1

for the hob and turn it to the small flame symbol.

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—Push in and hold the control knob and keep pressing the piezo igniter→ Fig. 1

until the gas has been lit.

—Continue to press and hold the control knob for about 15 seconds to prevent the gas flame from going out again.

—Release the control knob.

—Use the control knob to set the gas flame to the desired strength.

If you let go of the knob too quickly, the gas flame goes out. Then re-light the burner

Energy-efficient usage

For maximum energy efficiency when using the cooker, please follow these suggestions:

—Use pots and pans with a diameter of 16 – 20 cm.

—Use pots and pans with flat(not convex) bottoms.

—Centre pots and pans over the flame.

—The gas flame should not extend around the edge of the pot or pan.

Turning off the gas flame

—Turn the control knob for the gas flame to the symbol showing the filled circle.

—Close the gas shut-off valve.

—Close the safety valve on the gas cylinder.

—Remove all objects from the gas cooker and allow the cooker to cool fully.

—Close the hob (→ Folding mini fridge).

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