Instructions on how to use motorhome accessories

When travelling abroad in a caravan, it is advisable to use a refuelling adapter to fill up with LPG. There are 4 types of adapters: Euro, ACME, Bayonet and Dish. In this article I will describe in which countries which adapters are needed and what they look like.

Are there multiple types of motorhome chassis and multiple types of flooring? Why is this so important that I have to write about it? The type of chassis and flooring determines the motorhome’s driveability, insulation and amount of storage space. Motorhome chassis types There are two types of chassis: Basic…

You could only go motorhoming for about one season without heating. Sure, there are sleeping bags down to -30, but there are also expedition tents instead of motorhomes. Heating has been an essential part of motorhomes, motorhomes and campervans since their inception. Heating usually uses gas, petrol or diesel. Almost…

A kitchen and toilet should be in every motorhome or camper van. It’s a luxury, independence and allows you to spend time away from the campsite. All larger motorhomes and campervans, except small campervans such as the VW California, have a shower with hot water motorhomes have tanks for drinking…

The kitchen is my favourite part of the motorhome. In it we cook spaghetti with ketchup. The motorhome kitchen differs from the kitchen you have at home only in its size. The kitchen has a fridge, a stove and a sink. However, some premium and luxury motorhomes also have an…

Almost everything in the living area of the motorhome runs on 12V. In addition to the standard battery that is designed for driving, the motorhome electrical system also has a leisure battery. And everything is connected to them. The lights, the water pump, the heat diffuser but also the compressor…

Almost every motorhome gas system has a gas bottle. I saw one attempt at a motorhome with an induction cooker at a motorhome show once, but they never made it happen in real life. People use it for cooking, at the very least. Gas in motorhome most often stored in…

All motorhomes and camper vans have opening sunroofs and opening side windows. Most vans also have opening windows in the sliding doors and rear opening doors. All ventilation solutions for motorhomes have double glazing, which ensures good thermal and acoustic insulation. In the following article, I will cover all types…

You can mount just about anything you can imagine on a motorhome or in a motorhome. Everyone uses their motorhome in a different way, goes on different trips or has different habits and needs. Motorhome accessories cost quite a lot of money, so I think it’s a good idea to…

The following sections describe possible problems with the gas system and their solutions. Smell of gas, excessive gas consumption Leak in the gas system Immediately shut off the entire gas system, cap off the gas cylinder and valves for gas appliances. Open the windows and doors and ventilate the motorhome….

The following sections describe the most common Truma heating problems with Truma Combi heating and hot water boilers. This section of the manual is applicable to the Trumatic manual heating controller. The digital controller will display an error, which you can check directly in the manual for your version of…

The following sections describe the most common problems with Adle Compact heating and hot water boilers and how to solve them. Additionally, we address issues related to Adle heating not starting and provide troubleshooting steps for a seamless heating experience in your motorhome. Adle heating does not start Firstly, this…

The following sections cover the most common faults of a piezo ignition gas cooker and their possible solutions. Gas not ignited by piezo ignition Ignition detector is faulty Contact a specialist motorhome service Low flame has switched itself off Gas ignition detection sensor is not set correctly Adjust the gas…

The following sections cover the most common motorhome water system faults and how to rectify them. Drinking water not flowing Empty drinking water tank Fill the drinking water tank. Faulty water pump Have your water pump replaced at a motorhome repair shop. Broken hose Remove the kink in the hose…

If you do not have a Crash Sensor fitted to the gas cylinders in your motorhome, all gas safety valves must be closed when driving. The valves are located on the gas cylinders and also inside the motorhome most commonly in the kitchen area. Each gas appliance has its own…

A motorhome gas cooker or stove works in a similar way to a gas cooker in the home. Ignition is either automatic by pressing a knob or, in some older models, by using a lighter. When the stove is burning, the vent or one of the windows must be open…

There are 2 types of fridges that are most often installed in motorhomes: a gas fridge, which also runs on 12V or 230V, and an electric fridge, which only runs on 12V. Each type of fridge has the possibility of adjusting the cooling intensity. There are countless models of refrigerators…

A chemical toilet is in every large motorhome and its use involves regular emptying. If the chemical toilet cassette is almost full, a red light on the flush control will illuminate Using the chemical toilet Open the lid of the chemical toilet in the same way as the toilet you…

Drinking water is poured into the motorhome from an external stopcock, which is most often on the side of the motorhome. A hose is used to fill the water, which is connected to a tap or drinking water dispenser Drinking water taps and pump Drinking water is pumped to the…

The motorhome can be connected to an electricity connection at the campsite or motorhome parking. An extension cable is available for this. In most cases, a special motorhome connector is used for the connection. In some campsites, a conventional household socket is used. How to connect a motorhome to the…

The motorhome lighting is connected to a leisure battery all lights operate on 12V. The entire 12V electrical circuit of the motorhome can be switched on centrally and then individual lights can be switched on. Interior lighting the motorhome’s 12V electrical circuit is switched on centrally at the motorhome’s control…

The windows in the motorhome are most often made of plastic. They are therefore quite vulnerable to breakage. Roof windows are extra vulnerable and can be broken by strong winds. I therefore recommend that you always close the roof windows when leaving the motorhome. Roof windows Roof windows are most…

The awning is a huge area that protects you from the sun or the rain. And just because the awning is a huge area, it is very susceptible to strong winds. Whenever you open the awning, secure it firmly with straps and pegs against the ground. It’s best to close…

The motorhome has heating and water heating, most often gas or diesel. In some cases, the heating or hot water heater may also run on electricity. Switching on the water heater Before you can turn on the drinking water heater, you need to fill the boiler with drinking water. Water…

The bike rack is located on the rear wall of the motorhome. The rack does not contain locks, so bikes need to be locked with a bike lock. How the outdoor bike rack works Fold the bike carrier towards the rear. Place the bicycle on the carrier. Fasten the bicycle…

The following sections describe the most common faults and problems with a gas fridge that operates in a triple combination on 12V or 230V. Refrigerator won’t turn on at 230V Circuit breaker tripped at 230V Reset the circuit breaker to 230V Refrigerator not working on 12V while driving Refrigerator switch…

Sardinia is a beautiful island that belongs to Italy and there are two ways to reach it. By ferry or by air. (We won’t discuss the sailing on an inflatable here.) How it works and how to make the ferry trip to Sardinia. From planning, to buying your ticket, to…

All repairs to your motorhome should be carried out professionally by an authorised motorhome repairer and by an authorised repairer for your make of motorhome chassis. Do not attempt any of the repairs yourself. “Troubleshooting articles are written for the purpose of identifying a possible problem, not to immediately start…

Motorhome air conditioning most often only works when connected to the electricity supply at a campsite or motorhome parking. The air conditioning consumption is approximately up to 6A, so it is necessary to check whether the socket in the campsite can handle such a load. Controlling the air conditioning The…

This way I want to thank the company Karavany Košice, which allowed me to take pictures and videos in their motorhomes. I have shot several videos about motorhomes in Karavany Košice