FIAT DUCATO BASE CAMPER 2015 Owner handbook (in English)

USING THE CLIMATE
CONTROL SYSTEM
The system can be started in
different ways, but it is advisable to
start by pressing the AUTO button
and then turning the knob to set
the temperature required on the
display. The system will start
running automatically in this way
and the set temperature will be
reached as quickly as possible. The
system will adjust the temperature,
the quantity and the distribution
of the air sent into the passenger
compartment and, by managing
the recirculation function, the
activation of the compressor.
During fully automatic operation,
the only manual intervention
required is the possible activation of
the following functions:
❒air recirculation, to keep the
function always either on or off;
❒
to speed up demisting/defrosting
of windscreen, rear window and
external rear view mirrors.
During fully automatic system
operation, you can change the set
temperature, air distribution and fan
speed at any time by using the
relevant buttons or knobs: the
system will automatically change its
settings to adjust to the new
requirements. During fully automatic
operation (FULL AUTO), the word
FULL will disappear if the air
distribution and/or flow rate and/or
engagement of the compressor
and/or recirculation settings are
changed. In this way, the functions
will switch from automatic to
manual control until the AUTO
button is pressed again. With one
or more functions turned on
manually, the adjustment of the
intake air temperature continues to
be managed automatically, except
with the compressor switched off: if
this is the case, the temperature
of the air sent into the passenger
compartment cannot be lower than
that of the outside air.CONTROLS
Air temperature
adjustment knob (I)
Turn the knob either clockwise or
counterclockwise to increase or
lower the requested temperature in
the passenger compartment.
The set temperature is shown on
the display.
Turn the knob either fully to the right
or fully to the left to the extreme HI
or LO position to turn the maximum
heating or maximum cooling
functions on:
❒HI function (maximum heating):
select by turning the temperature
knob clockwise beyond the
maximum value (32°C).
This function may be used to heat
up the passenger compartment
by exploiting the system's potential
to the full. In this event, the system
stops controlling the temperature
automatically and sets the air
mixing to maximum heating. The air
speed and distribution are fixed.
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In particular, if the heating fluid is
not sufficiently hot, the maximum
fan speed does not come on
straight away in order to limit the
intake of insufficiently hot air to the
passenger compartment.
All manual settings will be allowed
when this function is on.
To switch the function off, simply
turn the temperature knob
anticlockwise and set the required
temperature.
❒LO function (maximum cooling):
select by turning the temperature
knob anticlockwise beyond the
minimum value (16°C).
This function may be used to cool
down the passenger compartment
by exploiting the system's potential
to the full. In this event, the system
stops controlling the temperature
automatically and sets the air
mixing to maximum cooling. The air
speed and distribution are fixed.
All manual settings will be allowed
when this function is on.
To switch the function off, simply
turn the temperature knob
anticlockwise and set the required
temperature.Air distribution
buttons (B)
By pressing these buttons, it is
possible to set one of the seven
possible air distributions manually:
Air flow to the windscreen and
front side window vents to demist
or defrost them.
Air flow to the central and side
dashboard vents to ventilate chest
and face during the hot season.
Air flow to the front and rear
footwell vents. Thanks to the
natural tendency of hot air to rise,
this distribution pattern allows
the passenger compartment to
warm up as quickly as possible,
providing an immediate feeling
of warmth.
Air flow distributed between
footwell vents (hotter air) and
central and side dashboard vents
(cooler air). This distribution mode
is particularly useful in spring and
autumn on sunny days.
Air flow distributed between
the footwell vents and the
windscreen and front side window
defrosting/demisting vents. This
allows an adequate warming of the
passenger compartment and
prevents the windows from misting up.
Air flow distribution split
between the windscreen and front
side windows defrosting/demisting
vents and the central and side
dashboard vents as well as the
footwell vents. This distribution
makes it possible to maintain good
levels of comfort and keep the
passenger compartment sufficiently
cool (summer).
Air flow distributed between
windscreen and front side window
defroster/demister and central
and side dashboard vents. This
distribution allows good air diffusion
and maintains a good level of
comfort both in summer and winter.
The distribution set is shown by
the corresponding LEDs on the
selected buttons coming on.
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To restore automatic control of the
air distribution after a manual
selection, press the AUTO button.

Fan speed adjustment
buttons (H)
Press the H button to increase or to
decrease the fan speed and
therefore the amount of air sent into
the passenger compartment,
though the required temperature
remains set.
The fan speed is shown by the lit
bars on the display:
❒Maximum fan speed = all the bars lit
up;
❒Minimum fan speed = one bar lit up.
The fan can only be excluded if
the climate control system
compressor has been switched off
by pressing the F button.
IMPORTANT To restore automatic
control of the fan speed after a
manual adjustment, press the
AUTO button.IMPORTANT At high vehicle
speeds, the dynamic effect may
increase the flow of air into the
passenger compartment which in
this case will not directly
correspond to the fan speed bar
display.
AUTO button (A)
(automatic operation)
Press AUTO to make the system
automatically adjust the quantity
and distribution of the air
introduced into the passenger
compartment. All previous manual
settings will be cancelled.
The message FULL AUTO will
appear on the front display in this
condition.
By manually adjusting at least one
of the functions automatically
managed by the system (air
recirculation, air distribution, fan
speed or switching off the
compressor), the word FULL will
disappear from the display,
indicating that the system is no
longer automatically controlling all
the functions (the temperature
will still be controlled automatically).IMPORTANT Should the system
(after manual settings) no longer be
able to guarantee the required
temperature set in the passenger
compartment, the set temperature
value will start flashing to indicate
the difficulties the system is
experiencing and then the word
AUTO will disappear.
To restore system automatic control
at any time, after one or more
manual adjustments, press the
AUTO button.
Air recirculation
on/off button (G)
The air recirculation is managed
according to the following operating
logic:
❒override on (inside air recirculation
always on), indicated by the LED
on button G and the
symbol on
the display;
❒override off (air recirculation
constantly off with air intake from the
outside), signalled by the LED in
the button switching off and by the
symbol in the display
disappearing.
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These operating conditions are
obtained by pressing air
recirculation button G in sequence.
IMPORTANT The engagement of
the air recirculation system makes it
possible to reach the required
heating or cooling conditions faster.
It is however inadvisable to use it
on rainy/cold days as it would
considerably increase the possibility
of the windows misting inside,
especially if the climate control
compressor is off.
To prevent the windows from
misting up, the recirculation is
forced off (i.e. air is drawn in from
the outside) when the outside
temperature is cold.
It is advisable not to use the air
recirculation function when the
outside temperature is low to
prevent the windows from rapidly
misting up.Climate control
compressor
enablement/off button
(F)
Press button
to switch the
climate control compressor off (if
on). The icon on the display will go
out.
Press the button when the LED is
off to restore automatic system
control of compressor activation.
The icon will light up on the display.
The system will switch recirculation
off when the compressor is
switched off to prevent windows
from misting up. Although the
system is capable of maintaining
the required temperature, the word
FULL will disappear from the
display. If, on the other hand, it is
no longer capable of maintaining
the temperature, the letters flash
and the word AUTO goes out.
IMPORTANT With the compressor
off, it is not possible to introduce air
cooler than ambient temperature
into the passenger compartment.
Furthermore, in certain conditions,
the windows could mist up rapidly
because the air is not dehumidified.The system remembers that the
compressor has been switched off,
even after the engine has stopped.
To restore automatic compressor
control, press thebutton again
(in this case, the system will only
work as a heater) or press the
AUTO button.
With the compressor switched off,
if the outside temperature is higher
than the one set, the system is
not capable of satisfying this
request. This is signalled by the
target temperature flashing, after
which the word AUTO goes out.
With the climate control
compressor off, the fan speed can
be set to zero manually (no bar
shown).
With the compressor enabled and
the engine started, the fan speed
may be reduced to the minimum
setting (only one bar shown).
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Button for rapid
window demisting/
defrosting (D)
Press this button and the climate
control system will automatically
switch on all the functions required
for fast windscreen and side
window demisting/defrosting:
❒switches on climate control
compressor when climatic conditions
are suitable;
❒switches air recirculation off;
❒maximum air temperature HI in both
areas;
❒sets the fan speed according to the
engine coolant temperature to limit
the flow of air that is not sufficiently
warm to demist the windows;
❒directs air flow to windscreen and
front side windows vents;
❒heated rear window on.
IMPORTANT The rapid demisting/
defrosting function for the windows
remains on for about 3 minutes
from when the engine coolant
reaches the appropriate
temperature for a rapid demisting of
the windows.When this function is active, the
LED on the corresponding button
and the one on the heated rear
window button switch on. The
message FULL AUTO goes off on
the display.
You can only adjust the fan speed
and switch off the heated rear
window manually when this
function is active.
To restore the previous operating
conditions, simply press button B,
air recirculation button G,
compressor button F or AUTO
button A.
NoteTo guarantee rapid demisting/
defrosting, if an additional heater/air
conditioner is present (under the front
or rear seat on Panorama and Combi
versions), if activated, deactivate it
using button F (LED off) located
in control panel F fig. 55.
Switching the system
OFF (E)
Press button E to switch the
climate control system off. The
display will go out.
The following climate control
conditions will be present when the
system is off:
❒display off;
❒temperature setting not displayed;
❒air recirculation on, thereby insulating
the passenger compartment from the
outside (recirculation LED on);
❒climate control compressor off;
❒fan off.
Press the AUTO button to switch
the climate control system back on
in full automatic mode.
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ADDITIONAL
HEATER
(for versions/markets, where
provided)
On some versions, an additional
heater is also present beneath the
driver's seat. The fan for this heater
is operated by means of the button
F located on the control panel fig.
53.
INDEPENDENT
ADDITIONAL
HEATER
(for versions/markets, where
provided)
The vehicle is available, on request,
with two different independent
heaters: one fully automatic, the
other which can be programmed.
AUTOMATIC VERSION
The additional heater is turned on in
automatic mode when the engine
is started and the required outside
temperature and coolant conditions
are present. Deactivation is always
automatic.
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IMPORTANT During periods with
low outdoor temperatures when the
device cuts in, check that the fuel
level is always higher than the
reserve level. Otherwise the device
could lock and require the
assistance of a Fiat Dealership.PROGRAMMABLE
VERSION
The additional heater operates
completely independently of engine
operation and allows the following:
❒heating the passenger compartment
with the engine off
❒defrosting the windows;
❒heat the engine coolant and then the
engine itself prior to starting.
The system consists of:
❒a diesel burner for heating the water
with an exhaust silencer for the
combustion gases;
❒a metering pump connected to the
reservoir pipes for supplying the
burner;
❒a heat exchanger connected to the
engine cooling system pipes;
❒a control unit connected to the
passenger compartment
heating/ventilation system to allow
automatic operation;
❒an electronic control unit for
controlling and adjusting the built-in
burner;
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❒a digital timer fig. 54 for turning the
heater on manually or for
programming the time that it comes
on.
The additional heater (during winter)
heats, maintains the temperature
of and circulates engine coolant for
a set time period in order to ensure
optimum engine and passenger
compartment conditions at engine
start-up.
The heater can operate
automatically when programmed
with a digital timer or manually
by pressing the 'immediate heating'
button on the timer.
After heater activation, whether
programmed or manually, the
electronic control unit operates the
coolant pump and turns on the
burner in accordance with pre-set,
controlled procedures.
The circulation pump output is also
controlled by the electronic control
unit in order to minimise the initial
heating time.
When the system operates, the
control unit turns on the passenger
compartment heater unit fan at
the second speed.The thermal power of the boiler is
regulated automatically by the
electronic control unit depending on
the temperature of the engine
coolant.
IMPORTANT The heater is
equipped with a thermal limiter that
cuts off combustion in the case of
overheating due to insufficient
coolant/coolant leaks. In this case,
after repairing the fault in the
cooling system and/or topping up
the fluid, press the program
selection button before turning the
heater back on.
The heater can turn off
spontaneously due to misfiring after
start-up or because the flame
goes out during operation. In this
case, carry out the turning off
procedure and try to turn the heater
back on. If it still does not work,
consult a Fiat Dealership.Activation of the
heating system
When an automatic climate control
system is present, the control
unit sets the air temperature and
distribution when the heater is
turned on from the park position.
When a manual heater/climate
control is present, to obtain
maximum heater efficiency, check
that the passenger compartment
heating/ventilation temperature
adjustment knob is in the 'hot air'
position.
To prioritise passenger
compartment pre-heating, set the
air distribution knob to the
position.
To prioritise windscreen demisting,
set the air distribution knob to
position.
To obtain both functions, set the air
distribution knob to
position.
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Digital timer fig. 54
1) Time/timer display
2) Ventilation warning light
3) Time "forward" adjustment
button
4) Program selection button
5) Clock preselection recall number
6) Activation button for immediate
heating
7) Time adjustment/reading
warning light
8) Time "backward" adjustment
button
9) Heater cycle warning lightHeating turned on
immediately
To switch the system on manually,
press the button 6 of the timer:
the display and warning light 9 will
light up and remain on the entire
time the system is working.
Switching on time will disappear
after 10 seconds.
Programmed
activation of heating
Before programming system
activation, it is essential to set the
time.
Setting the current
time
❒Keep button 4 pressed: the display
and warning light 7 will switch on;
❒At the same time, within 10 seconds,
press buttons 3 or 8 to select the
exact time;
❒Release button 4.
When the display goes off, the
current time is stored.
Continuing to press the buttons 3
or 8 will move the digits on the
clock forwards or backwards faster.Time setting is not possible when
the heating or ventilation functions
are active.
IMPORTANT Pay attention to the
daylight saving time/standard time
setting.
Reading the current
time
To read the current time, press the
button 3 or 8: the time will appear
on the display for about 10
seconds and warning light 9 will
come on at the same time.
Programming the
switching on time
Activation can be programmed with
an advance of between 1 minute
and 24 hours. Three different
activation times may be selected,
but only one can be activated
for each pre-heating cycle.
The duration of activation can be
selected between 10 and 60
minutes.
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❒press button 4: the symbol 10 or the
time set previously and the number 5
corresponding to the preselection
recalled will light up in the display for
10 seconds.
IMPORTANT If you wish to recall
other preselected times, press
button 4 from time to time within 10
seconds.
– within 10 seconds, press the
buttons 3 or 8 to select the desired
switching on time.
IMPORTANT The confirmation that
the time has been memorised is
given by:
❒the disappearance of the switching
on time;
❒the presence of the preselection
number 5;
❒the lighting of the display.
IMPORTANT When the boiler
comes on:
❒the flame warning light 9 switches on
in the display;
❒the preselection number 5 goes out.
Standard settings:
Preselected time 1: 6:00
Preselected time 2: 16:00
Preselected time 3: 22:00
IMPORTANT Factory pre-settings
are cancelled with a new setting.
Preselected times are stored until
the following change. If the clock is
detached from the on-board
network (e.g. if the battery
is disconnected), the factory
pre-settings are restored.
Deactivation of the
programmed
switching on time
To delete the programmed
activation time, press button 4
briefly: the display lighting will go off
and the number 5 relating to the
preselected time will disappear.
Recalling one of the
preselected
switching on times
Operate button 4 within 10
seconds until the program number
with the desired preselected time
is displayed.The preselected time you have
chosen to set is automatically
activated after about 10 seconds
without the need for any further
confirmation with another button.
Activate the preselected time taking
into account the safety instructions
for the operation of the
independent heating (for this
purpose consult the Owner's
Manual for use of independent
heating).
IMPORTANT Independent heating
switches on at the preselected
time, both with vehicle parked and
while driving.
IMPORTANT The programmed
switching on time can be altered or
cancelled by following the
instructions given previously.
Operation duration
setting
Hold the button pressed. At the
same time press button 3 or 8.
The time and warning light 7 are
displayed.
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To program the activation time:

Hold button 4 pressed again. At the
same time press button 3 or 8.
The preset activation duration
is displayed and warning light 9 or
2 flashes.
Set the activation duration with
button 3 or 8.
The set activation duration is stored
as soon as the text in the display
disappears, or pressing button 4.
Switching the heating
system off
Deactivation of the system,
depending on the type of activation
(automatic or manual), may be:
❒automaticwhen the programmed
duration is over; when the set time
is over, the display switches off.
❒manualpressing the “immediate
heating” button on the timer again
(flame button 6).
In both cases, the heating warning
light, the display lighting and the
passenger compartment heater fan
go off and burning stops.The fluid circulation pump
continues to work for around two
minutes to dissipate as much
heat as possible; the heater can be
turned back on during this stage.
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IMPORTANT The parking heater
goes off when battery voltage is low
to allow the vehicle to be started.
IMPORTANT Before turning on the
device, ensure that the fuel level
is above the reserve. Otherwise the
device could lock and require the
assistance of a Fiat Dealership.
❒Always turn off the heater when
refuelling and near service stations to
avoid the risk of explosion or fire
hazards.
❒Do not park the vehicle on
inflammable material such as paper,
grass or dry leaves: fire hazard!
❒The temperature near the heater
should not exceed 120°C (e.g. during
oven painting in a body shop). The
electronic control unit components
may be damaged at higher
temperatures.❒Whilst the heater is operating with the
engine switched off, it absorbs
energy from the battery; the engine
should therefore be left running
for a while to make sure that the
battery is properly recharged.
❒To check the coolant level, follow the
instructions in the "Vehicle
maintenance" chapter, "Engine
coolant system fluid" paragraph. The
water in the heating circuit must
contain a minimum percentage of
10% antifreeze.
❒For maintenance and repairs, consult
only a Fiat Dealership and use only
original parts.MAINTENANCE
Have the additional heater checked
regularly at a Fiat Dealership (and
always at the start of every winter).
This will guarantee safe and
economic operation of the heater
as well as a long duration.
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