2012 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER warning

Fresh water system
Fig. 202 Fresh water filler neck CD.
l"'""'('n First read and observe the introductory L-J.:.I.I Information and safety warnings & on page 237.
The fresh water level is displayed on the central control panel.
Before using the fresh water system for the first time
• Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles recommends disinfecting the fresh water system with a commer-cially available disinfectant before using it for the first time.
• Fill up the fresh water tank completely =>page 238.
• Turn on the tap and allow a few litres of water to run into the sink and then into the waste water tank. This will flush any residue out of the fresh wa-ter system.
• Drain both water tanks until empty.
Filling up with fresh water
• Make sure the drain lever for the fresh water tank is closed =>Fig. 203 CD.
• Unlock the cap on the filler neck for the fresh water tank =>Fig 202 CD.
• Unscrew the cap completely and remove it.
• Add the sterilising agent if needed =>page 239.
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Fig. 203 In the rear stowage compartment under the shelve: closed CD or opened ® valve of the fresh water tank.
• Fill up the fresh water tank with fresh water through the filler neck.
• Screw the cap back on and lock it.
Draining the fresh water tank
• Open the door to the rear stowage compart-ment.
• Remove the lower shelves.
• Turn the red drain lever to position =>Fig. 203 ®to open the valve and empty the fresh water tank=>& In Introduction on page 237.
• After emptying the tank, turn the drain lever back to position CD to close the valve.
• Make sure that the drain valve is completely closed.
• Replace the shelves and close the stowage compartment door.
Draining the water system
• Remove the water pump fuse SI 20.
• Place the back rest of the left front seat in an upright position or turn the left front seat so that you can open the kitchen unit's cover plate.
• Raise the kitchen unit's cover plate straight up.
• Raise the tap up.
• Lift up the lever on the tap to allow the water to drain out of the pipes. <

Sterilising agent
f"""('n First read and observe the Introductory L-J,:,U information and safety warnings & on page 237.
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles recommends adding a sterilising agent to the fresh water through the fresh water filler neck =>&.After add-ing sterilising agent, turn on the tap and allow ap-proximately one litre of water to run out and down the drain. This will distribute the sterilising agent through the fresh water system.
You may also pour sterilising agent down the sink, followed by a little water, to sterilize the waste wa-ter tank.
Cleaning the fresh water tank
Fig. 204 In the rear stowage compartment under the shelve: opening for cleaning the fresh water tank.
f"""('n First read and observe the introductory l-J,:,,J information and safety warnings & on page 237.
A WARNING
Improper use of the sterilising agent can cause poisoning or Injury.
• Follow the manufacturer's instructions for diluting and using the sterilising agent.
m Sterilising agent is available at specialist L!J camping shops and in pharmacies. On top of the fresh water tank there is a large opening for use when cleaning the tank.
• Open the door to the wardrobe on the right of the luggage compartment.
• Remove the round plastic cover plate from the bottom of the wardrobe.
• Carefully disconnect the electrical connection =>Fig. 204@ for the water level sensor@.
• Turn the tank cap Q) together with the water level sensor anticlockwise.
• Reassemble by following the preceding steps in reverse order.
m Vehicles used for commercial purposes in L!J Germany are required by law to have their fresh water systems checked to ensure compliance with drinking water regulations. Equipment, California I 239

Waste water tank
Fig. 205 In the kitchen unit: dosed CD or opened ® valve of the fresh waste water tank.
r-1'11 First read and observe the Introductory L-lo:.U information and safety on page 237.
if the waste water tank is full, this will be Indicated on the central control panel. The waste water tank holds approximately 30 litres and should be drained in a timely manner.
Turning the water on and off
Fig. 206 Sink in kitchen unit with tap
r-1'11 First read and observe the introductory L-lo:.U information and safety warnings & on page 237.
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Draining the waste water tank
• Open the sliding door on the left side of the kitchen unit.
• Turn the drain lever to position 205 ®to open the valve and empty out the fresh water tank Introduction on page 237.
• After emptying the tank, turn the drain lever back to position CD to close the valve.
• Make sure that the drain valve is completely closed.
r.:l The waste water tank can be drained at l!..J many campsites and other public facilities. Additional useful information can be found in vari-ous publications such as manuals for motor homes and camping guides. Turning on the water
• Place the backrest of the left front seat in an upright position or turn the left front seat so that you can open the kitchen unit's cover plate.
• Raise the kitchen unit's cover plate straight up.
• Make sure there is water in the fresh water tank.
• Raise the water tap 206 CD into position.
• Lift the lever® to switch on the water pump. Do not allow the water pump to run dry as this will damage the pump.
Turning off the water
• Push the lever down ® to switch the water pump off.
• Fold the water tap CD all the way down.
• Place the backrest of the left front seat in an upright position or turn the left front seat so that you can close the kitchen unit's cover plate.
• Lower the kitchen unit cover plate and latch it securely.

Cleaning the drain
r-f'n First read and observe the introductory l.-.lo=-U information and safety warnings & on page 237.
• Make sure that there is no food debris or water in the sink.
• You will need a suitable container to catch any water that is drained out.
• Open the cupboard door under the sink.
• Pull out the drawer.
• Loosen the clamp on the drain hose on top of the waste water tank and carefully pull the drain hose from its waste water tank connection.
• Drain the water out of the drain hose into the container.
Refrigerator box, California
CClJ Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Using the refrigerator box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
Cleaning the refrigerator box . . . . . . . . . . 242
Additional information:
• Central control panel 204.
• Rectifying faults on the camping equipment 254
• Fuses for the camping equipment 249.
A WARNING
Objects that are not secured, or are secured Incorrectly, can cause serious injuries in the event of a sudden driving or braking manoeu-vre or accident.
• The refrigerator box lid must always be kept closed and locked when the vehicle is in motion.
• Never use the refrigerator box as a table or stowage compartment when the vehicle is in motion.
• Clean the drain hose and the drain in the sink using a soft flexible object such as a pipe cleaner.
• Insert the drain hose back into the waste water tank connection.
• Tighten the drain hose clamp on the waste wa-ter tank connection.
• Make sure that the drain hose is connected properly and check that the connection is water-tight
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Water leaking from a poor connection on the waste water drain hose can cause damage.
• Always check to make sure the waste water drain hose connection Is not leaking. A WARNING
If the ambient temperature in the vehicle is too low, the temperature in the refrigerator box could fall below +2 oc (+35 °F) degrees. This could cause the contents of the refriger-ator box to freeze and bottles and other con-tainers to burst, potentially causing injuries.
• Do not use the refrigerator box when the ambient temperature is too low.
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Handling the refrigerator box incorrectly could damage it.
• Do not place containers, food or other ob-jects which are warmer than +50 oc (+122 °F) in the refrigerator box.
• Do not place corrosive substances or sol-vents In the refrigerator box.
• Never expose the refrigerator box to rain or humidity.
• To prevent mould and mildew from forming In the refrigerator box when it is not being used for long periods, place a folded dry towel be-tween the box and Its lid.
r.:l The refrigerator box is not intended to cool or W heat the vehicle interior. The refrigerator box should only be used to keep food cool and for transporting heat-sensitive items on short journeys. Equipment, California 241

Using the refrigerator box
r--('n First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings & on page 241.
The suspended basket in the refrigerator box is for cooling food. The temperature is lower under the basket than inside it. Closed containers or glass bottles are less likely to burst if they are stored in the basket rather than on the bottom of the refrig-erator box .& in Introduction on page 241.
The additional battery will discharge if the refriger-ator box is used for a long period while the engine is switched off and the 230-volt connection is not used.
Before the refrigerator box is used for the first time, it should be cleaned thoroughly using lukewarm water and a mild detergent.
Cleaning the refrigerator box
r--f'n First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings & on page 241.
The refrigerator box works independently of the engine and the ignition. lt is fed exclusively by the additional battery. The refrigerator box is switched on and off and regulated using the central control panel.
As far as possible, keep food and drinks in the re-frigerator box in leak-proof containers. Do not over-fill the refrigerator box such that air circulation is impaired.
Cool the refrigerator box before placing food items and drinks in it. Items you wish to keep in the re-frigerator box should be removed from your house-hold fridge/freezer just before you start your jour-ney. When shopping during a journey, we recom-mend items from shop fridges/freezers be placed in the refrigerator box as quickly as possible. • Clean the refrigerator box using a household detergent before using it for the first time, as well as when it becomes soiled.
• To prevent mould and mildew from forming in the refrigerator box when it is not being used for long periods, place a folded dry towel between the box and its lid. Power supply in the vehicle, California
o::JJ Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
12-volt socket ........................... 244
230-volt power supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • . . . . . 245
230-volt Euro socket, California . . . . . . . . . . . . 245
230-volt grounded safety socket . . . . . . . . . . . 246
Residual current circuit breaker . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 7
Battery charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 7
Additional batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
Fuses for the camping equipment .. 249
Electrical equipment can be connected to the sock-ets in the vehicle.
The connected devices must be in good condition. Do not use faulty devices.
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There are two separate power circuits in the vehi-cle:
• 12-volt DC circuit
• 230-volt AC circuit
12-volt DC circuit
Power is supplied as standard from the additional batteries under the left front seat and in the ward-robe to the following 12-volt consumers:
• Interior lights in the living area
• 12-volt sockets in the living area
• 230-volt Euro socket in the side trim panel be-hind the left front seat
• Central control panel
• Refrigerator box

• Pump for fresh water
• Auxiliary heater
230-volt grounded safety socket
The 230-volt grounded safety socket is supplied with 230 V alternating current via electrical feed from the external socket 242.
The following electrical consumers are supplied from the 230-volt power supply via the external socket:
• Battery charger
• Depending on the vehicle equipment, the 230-volt grounded safety socket is located in the side trim panel behind the left front seat or on the side of the kitchen unit 246.
230-volt Euro socket
The 230-volt Euro socket is supplied via additional batteries or via an inverter and is located in the side trim panel behind the left front seat 245.
Additional information:
• Electrical sockets page 163
• Battery 362
• Cigarette lighter 161
• Accessories, modifications, repairs and renewal of parts 394
• Fuses 429
• Consumer information 404
• Rectifying faults on the camping equipment 254
High voltage in the electrical system!
• Never pour any liquid over the socket.
• Do not plug any adapters or extension ca-bles into the 230-volt Euro socket. Otherwise the built-in child lock will disengage and pow-er will be supplied to the socket.
• Do not insert any items which will conduct electricity, such as knitting needles, into the contacts of the 230-volt Euro socket.
A WARNING
Improper use of the sockets and electrical ac-cessories can cause fires and severe Injuries.
• Never leave children in the vehicle unat-tended. Sockets and the devices connected to them can be used when the ignition is switched on.
A WARNING (Continued)
• If the electrical device gets too hot, switch off the device Immediately and disconnect it from the socket.
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• Observe the operating instructions for any device that you plug into the socket.
• Never exceed the maximum power rating as this could damage the whole vehicle electrical system.
• Only use accessories that have been ap-proved in accordance with valid guidelines concerning electromagnetic compatibility.
• Never feed electricity into the socket.
• Do not plug any heavy devices or connec-tions, such as mains adapters, directly Into the socket.
• Only connect devices to the socket with a voltage that matches the voltage of the socket.
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• In order to prevent damage to the electrical system, never connect equipment that gener-ates electricity, such as solar panels or battery chargers for charging the vehicle battery, to the 12-volt socket.
• Only use accessories that have been ap-proved in accordance with current guidelines concerning electromagnetic compatibility.
• In order to avoid damage due to voltage fluctuation, always switch any electrical con-sumers connected to the 12-volt sockets off be-fore switching the ignition or the engine on or off. When the start/stop system automatically switches off and restarts the engine, it is not necessary to switch off any connected electri-cal consumers.
• Never connect electrical devices requiring more electrical power to a 12-volt socket. The vehicle's electrical system can be damaged if the maximum power output is exceeded.
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• Observe the operating instructions for any device that you plug Into the socket.
• 230-volt Euro socket:
-Do not plug any heavy devices or connec-tions, such as mains adapters, directly into the socket. .,..
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-Do not connect any lights which use neon tubes.
-Only connect devices to the socket with a voltage that matches the voltage of the socket.
-With electrical devices that require a high level of current in the start phase, the built-in excess current switch will prevent the de-vice from being switched on. If this hap-pens, disconnect the device from the power supply and reconnect after waiting approxi-mately 10 seconds.
12-volt socket
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Fig. 207 There is a 12-volt socket CD on the side of the kitchen unit.
l"'"'l'l1 First read and observe the Introductory L-lc.U information and safety warnings & on page 242.
There is a 12-voit socket at each of the following locations:
• On the side of the kitchen unit '*Fig. 207 (D.
• Near the lower portion of the sliding door, next to the bench seaVbed.
2441 Before the journey
Do not leave the engine running when the ve-f!JS hide is stationary.
m Using electrical appliances with the engine W switched off and the ignition switched on will drain the battery.
m Unshielded devices can cause interference W with radio/navigation system reception and vehicle electronics.
m Functional problems may occur with some W devices when they are connected to the 230-volt Euro socket due to the lower power output (wattage). • In the front, either in the stowage compartment or in the ashtray (depending on equipment op-tions), and in the rear in the luggage compartment.
• In the roof frame of the pop-up roof.
Electrical equipment can be connected to the 12-volt sockets in the vehicle.
The maximum power rating is 120 watts. Do not exceed the maximum power rating. This also ap-plies to the total power consumption of all connec-ted devices if you connect several devices at the same time * m The 12-volt socket in the dash panel is sup-L!J plied with power from the vehicle battery in the engine compartment. Using electrical applian-ces with the engine switched off will drain the bat-tery.

230-volt power supply
Fig. 208 230-volt external socket.
r-'('n First read and observe the introductory l.-Jo:-11 Information and safety warnings & on page 242.
The 230-volt power supply via the external socket allows for charging the additional batteries and for using a 230-volt grounded safety socket in the inte-rior 246.
Connecting to the mains
• Unlatch the external socket's protective cover downwards and then swing it upwards.
• Keep the protective cover in this position.
• Connect the mains coupling to the feed plug of the external socket so that the blue locking catch on the feed plug of the external socket engages.
• Lower the cover on the external socket to pro-tect the connection.
• Switch on the residual current circuit breaker 247. Please note the positions of the bridge connection: "on" (red) or "off' (green).
230-volt Euro socket, California
Disconnecting from the mains
• Switch off the residual current circuit breaker 247.
• Push up the external socket's protective cover.
• Depress the blue locking catch on the left of the feed plug and pull the mains coupling from the feed plug of the external socket.
• Push the protective cover of the external socket down until it clicks into place.
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Never connect an inappropriate power source as this could damage the whole vehicle electri-cal system.
• Power supplied to the vehicle must comply with valid standards and regulations.
• Never use power with excessive voltage, three-phase current, or the wrong frequency.
m When connected, the 230-volt power supply l!J will charge the additional batteries under the left front seat and in the living area 247.
m The 230-volt electrical feed will be shown as l!J a symbol in the display of the central control panel when charging. r-'('n First read and observe the introductory l-J,:..U Information and safety warnings & on page 242.
The 230-volt Euro socket 209 is located in the side trim panel behind the left front seat & in Introduction on page 243. it is supplied with power L..---------------"'"30::c·.::."='" from the additional batteries via an inverter.
Fig. 209 230-volt Euro socket. Raising the cover
• Grasp the socket cover in the gap from below.
• Raise the cover. .,.
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