Security and Ventilation
Fire And Safety Precautions
In Case Of Fire
Please read all warning notices inside your
motorhome advising you on fire prevention,
ventilation and what to do in the event of a fire.
If a fire should develop in your vehicle please
observe the following;
• Get everybody out of the motorhome as
quickly as possible.
• Call the fire brigade.
• Turn off the gas bottle isolation valve if safe
to do so.
• If possible and safe to do so, remove the gas
cylinders and place some distance away
from the vehicle.
• If it is an electrical fire , always turn off the
supply as quickly as possible.
• Only tackle the fire if you deem it safe to do so.
Fire Extinguisher
Your vehicle is fitted with a fire extinguisher for
use in the event of an emergency.
The location of the fire extinguisher will vary
from model to model so it is important that you
familiarise yourself with its location before using
your vehicle for the first time.
Please refer to the instructions printed on the
actual extinguisher for guidance as to the correct
use of the unit, and the maintenance schedule
that should be adhered to.
Please ensure that you are confident as to the
location and operation of the fire extinguisher
before using the vehicle for the first time.
Smoke detectors
Your vehicle is fitted with a battery operated smoke
alarm that will emit a loud pulsating tone should
smoke be detected in your vehicle.
Operating the smoke alarm
Once the battery is connected a small indicator
light (LED) positioned near the test button should
flash approximately once every minute.
This indicates that the alarm is operating normally.
Testing your smoke alarm
It is recommended that you test your smoke
alarm once a week to ensure the detector is
working correctly.
• Push and hold the ‘TEST’ button for
approximately 3 seconds.
• A loud pulsating alarm should sound to
indicate the detector is functioning correctly.
• During the alarm condition the LED indicator
will flash quickly.
Maintaining your smoke alarm
If the smoke detector emits a short beep once a
minute the battery is at the end of its life and
should be replaced immediately, this low voltage
warning will sound for approximately 7 days.
We would always recommend that the battery is
replaced at least every 12 months to ensure
correct operation.
If the LED indicator does not flash every minute
then the battery should be replaced immediately
as this will indicate that the battery is
completely flat.
Clean your smoke alarm regularly to prevent dust
build up. This can be done using a vacuum cleaner
with a brush attachment.
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