Swift Owner's Handbook - Swift Group

ElectricsTestingA time limit of 2 minutes is imposed when inthe test modes described. After this timethe system will return to standby. This is topreserve battery power.Checking the Battery LifeBattery Life (between recharges) is eightmonths maximum. NEVER allow the batteryto completely discharge. Regular battery lifechecks are strongly recommended.1. Press "F", press "4".2. A number of pulses will be heard; 1 pulse= 1 month, 3 pulses = 3 months etc up toa maximum of 8 pulses. If, however, arandom flashing of indicators occurs, thisindicates that the battery is in need ofimmediate charging.3. If the battery is low, connect the batterycharger via the socket on the maincontrol box. This will be located underthe front offside bed-box. Batterycharging should be complete within 24hours (for a fully discharged battery).Please notei) avoid charging battery while the system isarmed.ii) reading the battery status whilst chargingthe battery will give a false indication ofbattery life, please wait 15 minutes aftercharging battery before taking a reading.44Testing the PIR1. Press "F", press "6".2. Walk in front of the PIR. The light on thekeypad marked PIR will illuminate fivetimes, and give an audible signal.Testing the Siren1. Press "F", press "7".2. The siren will sound. Press "C" to stopthe siren.Testing the Tow SensorThe towing vehicle must be connected to thecaravan via the 12S plug before this test canbe carried out. This sequence also assumesthat the towing vehicle is correctly wired.1. Press "F", press "9".2. The "FNC" light on the keypad will stayon.3. Disconnect the car from the caravan.The siren will emit a short burst followedby five flashes on the keypad sensorindicator, and give an audible signal.Testing the Tilt Sensor1. Press "F", press "9".2. Adjust the level or move the caravan untilone of the Tilt Sensor Indicators on thekeypad illuminates and gives an audiblesignal.3. Press "C".Troubleshooting1. When attempting to arm, on entering thepersonal code, sensor lights do notilluminate - The code entered is incorrect,or all sensors are active. Check the towvehicle is attached, that there is no-one inthe PIR's field of vision, connections tothe PIR are good and that the caravan islevel.2. The tilt sensor light does not illuminate onarming - The tilt sensor is active. (Press"C" to cancel then refer to section'Setting up the Tilt Sensor').3. The tow sensor light does not illuminateon arming - The 12S (grey) socket on thetowing vehicle must be correctly wired.Assuming this is the case then the vehiclemay have been disconnected from thecaravan (e.g. when on sit).4. The PIR sensor light does not illuminateon arming - Ensure no-one is in the PIR'sfield of view, including the person who isarming the system. Move everyoneoutside the PIR's field of view and press"1". If the PIR indicator still does not lightthen check PIR connections.5. On disarming the system the sensorindicators do not light - An incorrectpersonal code has been entered.6. If you are unable to resolve your problemplease contact Plug-In-Systems Product