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3.4 Load

3.4.1 Technical specifications

Your motorhome was designed and approved in accordance with strict technical specifications that should be observed, 
such as:
• the maximum permissible weight (vehicle only)
• the maximum towable weight (for the trailer)
• the gross vehicle weight (v trailer)
• the maximum loads allowed on each of the axles
• the unladen weight (see “Note”, page 29)

This data appears on your certificate of compliance Some data is also on the vehicle registration certificate:
• Box F1: maximum gross vehicle weight
• Box F3: maximum gross vehicle weight
• Box G: mass in running order.

Registration plate 
(situated in the engine compartment) indicates:
- The maximum permissible weight of the vehicle
- The gross vehicle weight
- The maximum weight on each axle (1, 2 or 3)

Summary of Contents for C700G 2018

Page 1: ...USER MANUAL 2018 COLLECTION...

Page 2: ...ette toilet Control panel Battery unit Fire extinguisher depending on country Gas compartment Despite being the exclusive property of Pilote Group the photographs and illustrations published here are...

Page 3: ...4 1 Fire 19 2 4 2 Gas 19 2 4 3 Electrical system 20 2 4 4 Emergency exits 20 3 Preparing to travel 3 1 Servicing after a an extended stationary period 23 3 1 1 Drinking water 23 3 1 2 Refrigerator 23...

Page 4: ...eeping area 50 6 8 1 The coachbuilt area 50 6 8 2 Dinette sleeping area 51 6 8 2 Pull down bed 52 7 Maintenance and winterisation 7 1 Gas installation 57 7 2 Maintenance of the interior 57 7 2 1 Cab 5...

Page 5: ...r Relations department are at your disposal see contact details in chapter 8 Any infringement translation or copy of all or part of this document is strictly forbidden Any full or partial copy require...

Page 6: ...ot heed these recommendations Cold weather use Beware of hazards caused by cold weather Protecting the environment Certain uses or handling may cause damage to the environment Further information Thes...

Page 7: ...l as to any transformations made by GP SAS to the chassis base the chassis part is covered by the car manufacturer warranty The warranty should as far as possible be redeemed by the dealership where t...

Page 8: ...principles Good motorhome owners are discreet and must be careful not to leave any trace of their stay Motorhome owners must have good manners respect others and protect the environment The use of a...

Page 9: ...ng Even fresh water should be emptied discretely to avoid suspicion It is always worth asking the local authorities about how to safely get rid of wastewater Household garbage must be placed in plasti...

Page 10: ...Low Profile Chassis number on A Class 2 1 2 The wheels See chapter 3 for the tyre pressure In case of puncture use the quick repair kit located in one of the boots 2 1 3 The accessories Motorbike rac...

Page 11: ...ty belts Meals table seats sink cooking appliances refrigerator Bathroom washbasin shower WC Living room TV fixture cupboards Opening lights Cab entrance door s Entrance door to living area Side windo...

Page 12: ...ted with a locked cap identified by a pictogram The tank is located in one of the bench seat chests or in the double floor Tank draining Water heater purge Wastewater draining Wastewater tank WC modul...

Page 13: ...no circumstances may it be replaced by a vehicle start up battery For any replacement please contact your dealer The two batteries are connected by a charger coupler unit that maintains the charge via...

Page 14: ...sformer complete 12V distribution and fuses circuit protection Depending on the model it is located either under the front right or forward facing bench seat in the storage compartment or behind a rem...

Page 15: ...5 A Orange Electric bed Electric bed Electrical unit 20 A Yellow Footstep Footsteps Electrical unit 20 A Yellow Auxiliary 3 No function Electrical unit 15 A Blue Auxiliary 4 USB plug kitchen living a...

Page 16: ...l Technical reservations The motorhome s electrical installation must comply with required standards Any interference or modifications made to the electrical installation may affect safety to persons...

Page 17: ...he external compartment provided for this purpose The installation operates only on propane in all countries The pressure for use is 30 mbar For all connections of additional elements on your installa...

Page 18: ...upper and lower ventilation is essential in order to ensure constant air renewal The lower ventilation is generally provided through a vent at the bottom of the furniture and in the floor The upper v...

Page 19: ...s Do not store aerosol cans in the motorhome there is a risk that they could explode at temperatures above 50 C which can often occur in the summer Never use cooking or heating devices other than thos...

Page 20: ...l contact with the skin or eyes Keep the battery away from flames any source of sparks or aerosol cans risk of fire or explosion The battery is a dangerous piece of equipment and incorrect handling ma...

Page 21: ...files P600P P650C and P656C P650GJ and P656GJ P700C and P706C P700GJ and P706GJ P710P and P716P P740C and P746C P740GJ and P746GJ P650U Low profile motorhomes with bunk beds and over cab beds P706S C7...

Page 22: ...22 A class models G600G G600L G650GJ G650L G740GJ and G741GJ G600P G700C and G701C G740C and G741C G741J G781GJ G781C G650C G700GJ and G701GJ G650U G740CF...

Page 23: ...s case all gas appliances should be switched off 3 2 Fill up and levels 3 2 1 Fuel 3 2 2 Tyre pressure To drive in complete safety check the tyre pressure every 15 days and before any long trip Check...

Page 24: ...ly strapped down before closing the cupboard The gas bottle couplings differ from one country to another Make sure that the bottle is compatible with your rubber gas pipe before replacing the bottle w...

Page 25: ...l as an emergency warning triangle caution the legislation differs from country to country find out depending on the case Pack minimum items such as a map first aid kit toolbox spare bulbs and fuses w...

Page 26: ...icle trailer the maximum loads allowed on each of the axles the unladen weight see Note page 29 This data appears on your certificate of compliance Some data is also on the vehicle registration certif...

Page 27: ...c affects your storage capacity Failure to respect these instructions may impact motorhome safety conditions particularly road handling 3 4 3 Storing baggage To avoid having excess baggage draw up lis...

Page 28: ...he maximum permissible loads The overhead cupboards and the storage chests located behind the rear axle should be reserved for relatively lightweight objects 3 4 4 Trailer The trailer weight must be l...

Page 29: ...al Mass In Running Order within the 5 tolerance of the indicated Mass In Running Order used for type approval This 5 percentage was retained by the European regulations to take into account possible m...

Page 30: ...the doors to the wardrobe and bathroom Close the side windows Close the sun roof and the rooflights Lock the cupboards Close all drawers Do not leave items on the tables and kitchen work surface Chec...

Page 31: ...anches service station awnings etc Width Avoid entering narrow passageways or areas involving complicated extraction manoeuvres If need be perform an initial estimation of the site Overhang When manoe...

Page 32: ...hion 3 from the structure 4 Lower the front part of the bench seat and stow the stem of the seatbelt Put the cushions back in place 1 and 2 To install the 5th road seat Remove the seat cushions 1 and...

Page 33: ...e central locking if you leave the vehicle through the living area door while the engine is running you may not be able to get back into the vehicle if the living area door happens to close 5 3 Supply...

Page 34: ...17 outlet This outlet must be earthed to prevent accidents Plug in the mains cable then activate the circuit breaker located next to the electrical unit to supply the cell To avoid damaging your charg...

Page 35: ...uding the roof window Motorway parking lots service stations and municipal rest areas often provide terminals for draining wastewater Do not leave draining to the last moment To drain operate the hand...

Page 36: ...les up into a vertical position 2 Push the window outwards 3 Adjust the opening of the windows using the knobs on windows fitted with tubular stays or by selecting the required stop position on window...

Page 37: ...Sliding window Depending on the model your motorhome may have sliding windows Opening the window 1 Press on the handle to unlock it 2 Slide the window up to the desired opening Closing the window 1 Br...

Page 38: ...the model Pleated blinds 1 Use the groove to lower the mosquito net 2 Using the other groove raise the black out blind 3 The lower hatch enables you to attach the mosquito screen to the black out bli...

Page 39: ...alfunction Open 1 Take the handle out of its slot 2 Turn the handle until you reach the desired opening 3 Stop as soon as you feel any resistance maximum opening angle 70 Close 1 Turn the handle in th...

Page 40: ...Slide the tensioning bar to adjust the amount of light entering the sunroof 6 2 Kitchen 6 2 1 Sink The water levels can be read on the control panel The pump may work in spurts if the water pressure...

Page 41: ...The hotplate should never be used for heating the interior Furthermore the motorhome should be amply ventilated when cooking to avoid the formation of steam and condensation Switching on 1 Press the...

Page 42: ...freezing especially those leading to the lavatory or being used for wastewater The inside of the motorhome is airtight so condensation from the kitchen shower or damp clothing will not evaporate natur...

Page 43: ...motorhome is occupied and the combined heating system water heater is used However there is a risk of freezing if it is exposed to strong winds freezing cold temperatures below 5 C or for example if t...

Page 44: ...s the temperature inside a closed stationary vehicle exposed to sunlight may exceed 50 C 122 F you may need to use the refrigerator shortly after it reaches the optimum temperature The following are c...

Page 45: ...y water Rinse with a bleach solution 6 3 Table 6 3 1 Table attached to the vehicle side Eating position To use the extension pull the black lever down pivot the extension to the desired position Sleep...

Page 46: ...n 1st option cable free system pull the lever located under the table press downwards on the table until it lowers to the level of the bench pull the lever in the opposite direction to lock the table...

Page 47: ...press downwards on the table until it lowers to the level of the bench pull the lever in the opposite direction to lock the table in position To return the table to the eating position repeat the ope...

Page 48: ...ar radio DVD player and GPS option Car radios installed in the factory are powered by the leisure battery This means that the car radio can be used when at a standstill without discharging the engine...

Page 49: ...tons and Contrast adjust the contrast with the buttons and Saturation colour adjust the saturation with the buttons and Language select one of the 11 languages by pressing and Source select one of the...

Page 50: ...sette WC Empty the cassette WC as often as necessary see chapter 5 4 6 8 Sleeping area Pay attention to the risk of falling especially for children The upper bunkbeds are not suitable for unattended c...

Page 51: ...table leg depending on the model Set the table into low position on the wedges provided for this purpose Take out the bedding accessories where appropriate Arrange the cushions on the table P600 650 S...

Page 52: ...bid and prevent them from operating the bed Keep the control unit out of their reach Prevent falls from the bed by using safety nets A Class motorhomes Sleeping position The bed fitted against the cei...

Page 53: ...ings to start the pull down bed are applied in the factory The pull down bed guide settings are not cleared in the event of a power cut The vehicle must be secured in a horizontal position for the bed...

Page 54: ...jects or persons under the bed Press the lower button on the control panel and let the bed come down until it stops in the bottom position Once the bed is in the lowered position install the ladder be...

Page 55: ...bed motor that makes it possible to raise and lower the bed in case of malfunction This device is accessible by removing the wooden panel located at the top of the cabinet on the left Remove the 3 st...

Page 56: ...ccessible via a hole at the top of the bed cabinet The bed should then go up or down Remove the panel at the top of the cabinet on the left Screw or unscrew the screw behind the motor to make the bed...

Page 57: ...th a cloth or a sponge We recommend dry cleaning for the mattress covers 7 2 3 Maintenance of the windows Only use water and a soft cloth to clean the windows Talcum powder should be used on the rubbe...

Page 58: ...h adjacent doors Oblong hole for height adjustment and alignment with doors A Adjusting the bearing surface to correct the gap Turn the screw clockwise to decrease the bearing surface turn the screw c...

Page 59: ...oth and a mild detergent 7 3 Cleaning the exterior 7 3 1 Washing the bodywork The bodywork of your motorhome consists of different materials each requiring specific maintenance in order to guarantee t...

Page 60: ...r only Body Painted aluminium plate Wash with plenty of water Use the same products as for the car We recommend a shampoo available from your dealer Bumper Side protections Wheel arches Lights Thermof...

Page 61: ...cle to the 230 V mains supply for 24 hours having previously checked that the leisure battery protection fuse F1 is installed Storage Turn off the main 12 V switch on the control panel Remove the 50 A...

Page 62: ...e below 11 9 V for a long period as there is a risk of significant discharge which invalidates the warranty The main cause of battery degradation is sulphation 80 of cases With advanced sulphation a w...

Page 63: ...seat or under the inspection flap located in the floor at the rear of the vehicle Open the drain bung in the bottom of the tank Leave the mixer taps open in a central position and place the shower no...

Page 64: ...ation of the vehicle and to avoid any possible formation of moisture or condensation 7 4 5 Cushions mattresses curtains Lower the pull down beds according to the model to prevent condensation and mild...

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Page 78: ...For the exact specifications of models available in each country please contact your Pilote dealer Styling and decorative items used to embellish the visuals in this catalogue are not included with t...

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