This article is the operator's manual for the JUCY Condo Gen2 campervan - Australia. It covers starting the vehicle, baby seat installation, windows, the 240-volt and 12-volt electrical systems, fresh water, grey water, water pump, toilet, toilet cassette, gas bottle, stovetop, tap and sink, fridge, lights, dining table, power points, bed setup, storage, and fuel.
Need-to-know
- Fuel type: Check the fuel sticker on the fuel door or fuel cap and review the rental agreement - some vehicles use diesel, others use unleaded.
- Daily drive time: 4–6 hours per day to keep the domestic 12-volt battery charged (powers water pump, fridge, and interior lights).
- 12-volt panel: Located above the kitchen sink at the rear of the vehicle. Press the load button to turn on. Must be on for water pump and lights to operate. If the 12-volt does not work, flick the kill switch located next to the control panel.
- Water pump: Must be switched on via the 12-volt panel to use the tap. Turn off when not in use. Do not run empty.
- Gas bottle: Located on the driver's sliding door side of the vehicle. Never drive with the gas bottle open.
- Toilet cassette: Must be emptied and cleaned before returning the vehicle to the depot.
- Smoke alarm: Powered by a replaceable 9V battery. Do not disconnect. Keep connected at all times.
- 240-volt: Required for power points. Plug in every second night to keep the house battery charged. Plug in on the driver's side only.
- Emergency contact: JUCY Roadside Assistance - call for wrong fuel or any red dash light.
1. Description of keys
- Ignition key: Start the vehicle.
- Fresh water key: Lock/unlock the freshwater compartment.
2. Vehicle equipment
Fire extinguisher
Each vehicle is equipped with a dry chemical fire extinguisher, selected to address both Type B fires (grease and liquids) and Type C fires (electrical). The fire extinguisher is attached to the interior of the vehicle, behind the passenger side rear seat.
To deploy the extinguisher:
- Grasp the ring at the top of the bottle.
- Direct the nozzle towards the top of the flames.
- Press the lever down firmly.
- Guide the nozzle from side to side across the base of the flames.
Smoke alarm
Each vehicle is furnished with a smoke alarm powered by a replaceable 9-volt battery. If a replacement is needed during your rental, purchase a new battery, retain the receipt, and reimbursement will be arranged upon vehicle return.
Do not disconnect the smoke alarm. It must be connected at all times for your safety.
3. Starting the vehicle
The gear stick must be in PARK and your foot on the brake pedal in order for the vehicle to start.
Gear stick in parking mode
- The dashboard will display a 'P' indicating that the vehicle is in park.
- Start the vehicle using the ignition key.
- With your foot still on the brake pedal, pull the gear stick down into the 'D' position. The dashboard will display a 'D' indicating drive.
Gear stick in driving mode
Handbrake: Located below the gear stick.
- To disengage: Twist and push the handbrake down. A red exclamation mark will disappear from the dashboard.
- To engage: Pull the handbrake up. A red exclamation mark will appear.
4. Baby seat installation
The 2 anchor points for baby seats are located on the rear of the seat. To install the baby seat, feed the tether strap over the headrest and connect to the anchor point. Thread the vehicle seatbelt through the seatbelt path on the baby seat from one end and buckle on the other side. Ensure the seatbelt is firmly secured.
5. Windows
To open the windows, unlatch the handle and push the window to the right.
6. 240-volt electrical system
To use the power points and to recharge the house battery, connect the vehicle's 15AMP electrical cord to a 240-volt external power source. These items will only work when plugged into power. It is recommended that the vehicle is plugged into power every second night to keep the house battery charged.
The 240-volt external plug is located on the driver's side of the vehicle.
Please note: Plug in on the driver's side only. The outlet on the passenger side is intended to plug in your own accessories once the vehicle has been plugged into an external power source from the driver's side.
7. 12-volt electrical system
The vehicle has two batteries:
- Engine battery - located under the passenger's side cabin floor in the main driver's cabin.
- Domestic battery - located in the rear of the cabin.
The domestic battery operates the water pump, fridge, and interior lights. It is charged by the alternator when the vehicle is being driven and by the 240-volt system when plugged into mains power.
The 12-volt electrical panel is located at the rear of the vehicle above the kitchen sink. To turn it on, press the load button. You will see the load button change colour. This panel operates the water pump and lights and must be turned on at all times to operate any device on the 12-volt system.
Please note: The vehicle is fitted with a kill switch located next to the control panel. If the 12-volt does not work, flick the kill switch up.
8. Fresh water tank
The vehicle has an onboard freshwater system consisting of a water pump and freshwater tank. The water tank has a 50L capacity and is located on the passenger side of the vehicle. This water is for the sink and toilet flush.
To fill the freshwater tank:
- Unlock the compartment marked "Fresh water only" using the black key on your keyring.
- Remove the cap from the water inlet.
- Place the end of the water hose into the tank and connect the hose to the tap to fill with fresh water.
Important tips:
- Do not use too much pressure - the tank must be vented while filling.
- If you get an air bubble, remove the hose, reinsert it, and fill slowly again.
- The tank is full when water starts to overflow from the water inlet.
You can check the water level on the 12-volt switchboard.
9. Grey water tank
The grey water holding tank collects wastewater from the kitchen sink. You can check the level on the 12-volt switchboard. Note: the grey water level indicator may give an inaccurate reading and show 100% even when empty. Empty the grey water tank as regularly as possible.
To empty the grey water tank:
- Collect the grey water hose from the storage compartment.
- Connect the hose to the outlet. Make sure it is firmly attached by pulling down the silver levers on each side of the attachment.
- Place the other end of the hose into the dump station disposal opening.
- Open the tank by turning the red lever so it is parallel with the pipe. Wait for it to empty.
- Once the grey water is empty, close the lever, remove the hose, and stow it away in the storage compartment.
If the grey water tank becomes obstructed:
- Insert a hose into the grey water outlet as far as it reaches.
- Turn on the hose to its highest pressure setting and direct the flow of water into the tank until it reaches full capacity.
- Withdraw the hose to facilitate the flow of grey water.
- Repeat if needed until the obstruction is cleared.
10. Water pump
To use water on board the vehicle, ensure there is water in the freshwater tank. On the 12-volt panel, press the pump 1 symbol once. You will hear the pump start up. The pump operates as part of the 12-volt system. When you are not using the water pump, ensure it is turned off.
The water pump must be on to operate the kitchen tap.
Please note: Avoid running the pump when the water tank is empty. Operating the pump continuously with no water can cause damage.
11. Toilet
- Turn on the water pump on the 12-volt control panel.
- Push the blue button on the toilet to fill the base with water (Diagram A).
- Once finished, adjust the lever on the bottom of the toilet to empty into the cassette (Diagram B).
- Ensure the lever is in the closed position after use (Diagram C).
12. Toilet cassette
It is highly recommended to regularly empty the toilet cassette. It is mandatory to empty and clean it before returning the vehicle to the depot.
To empty the cassette:
- Lift the blue lever and remove the entire cassette from the vehicle.
- Rotate the pour-out spout and unscrew the cap.
- Dispose of waste at a designated black water dump point.
- Rinse the cassette thoroughly and repeat the emptying process.
- Add a toilet chemical along with half to one litre of water.
- Click the cassette back into position so it aligns with the toilet above.
If the cassette becomes jammed: Do not apply excessive force. Ensure the toilet cavity inside the vehicle is securely closed, then remove the cassette.
Please note: It is crucial for the cassette to click back into position to align with the toilet above.
13. Gas bottle
The gas bottle is located on the driver's sliding door side of the vehicle, in a cupboard marked with an LP Gas storage label.
IMPORTANT: Never drive with the gas bottle turned to the open position.
- To open: Rotate the valve fully anticlockwise.
- To close: Turn the valve clockwise until securely tightened.
If you smell gas:
- Extinguish all open flames and smoking materials.
- Do not touch any electrical switches.
- Shut off the gas supply at the gas bottle valve.
- Open doors, windows, hatches, and all other ventilation openings.
- Evacuate the area until the gas odour dissipates.
- Contact JUCY Car Rentals for assistance.
14. Stovetop
To operate the stovetop:
- Locate the gas bottle on the exterior of the van and fully turn the valve on top to the open position.
- Press in, hold down, and turn the burner knob to your desired heat level.
- While continuing to push in the burner knob, press the igniter switch until the gas ignites. Maintain pressure on the burner knob.
- Wait approximately 15 seconds before slowly releasing the burner knob.
Please note: If the flame extinguishes, the burner knob may have been released too soon. Repeat steps 2 to 4 and try again.
15. Tap and sink
The vehicle comes equipped with a water system. To operate the tap, turn on the water pump switch on the control panel. You will then be able to turn the tap on.
16. Fridge
The fridge operates via the 12-volt and 240-volt system.
To operate the fridge:
- Turn on the fridge switch on the control panel.
- Check that the blue light is illuminated on the fridge above the power button - this indicates the fridge is on and working.
- The thermostat can be found on the side of the fridge. The optimal range is halfway between the minimum and maximum temperature settings.
17. Lights
To operate the cabin lights, press the load button on the main control panel and turn the respective light on at the power switch located below the main control panel.
Switch positions (left to right):
- Switch 1: Main cabin lights.
- Switch 2: Bed light.
- Switch 3: Outside light.
The cabin lights have four brightness settings - a blue light setting and three brightness levels. To change, click the power button in the middle of the light.
18. Dining table
Rear dining: The vehicle is equipped with an outside table connected to the kitchen cabinet. To set up, unhook the bungy clip and extend the table leg.
Inside dining: The vehicle is equipped with an inside dining table. To set up, place the table mount onto the wooden sideboard.
19. Power points
The vehicle is equipped with 2 power points located beside the bed. These will only work when the vehicle is plugged into 240-volt mains power.
The vehicle is also equipped with 1 cigarette port and 2 USB charger ports beside the bed, and 1 cigarette port and 2 USB charger ports in the kitchen area. These will work when the vehicle is plugged in and when the 12-volt control panel is turned on.
20. Bed
The vehicle is equipped with 2 double beds.
Bottom bed:
- Locate the small square squab on the rear-facing bench seat.
- Make sure it is firmly secured in for safety reasons.
- Undo the black bungee strap.
- Pull the bed towards the two rear seats until they are connected.
- Lay the small squab out to connect to the other side.
- All 3 squabs should now be flat and secured.
| 1. Locate the small square squab behind the front seats. |
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| 2. Make sure it is firmly secured for safety reasons. | |
| 3. Undo the black bungee strap. | |
| 4. Pull the bed towards the two rear seats until they are connected. |
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| 5. Lay the small squab out to connect to the other side. | |
| 6. All 3 squabs should now be flat and secured. | |
Top bed:
To access the top bed, securely clip the top of the ladder into the bed frame.
- Unclip both hooks to release the bed net.
- Pull the middle tab to get the mattress out.
- The top bed is now flat and secure.
- To access the top bed, step on the rear seat. Do not step on the middle bottom squab.
- Securely place your foot on the side foot ladder, located on the right or left-hand side of the sliding door beams.
| 1. Unclip both hooks to release the bed net. | |
| 2. Pull the middle tab to get the mattress out. | |
| 3. The top bed is now flat and secure. | |
| 4. To access the top bed, step on the rear seat. Do not step on the middle bottom squab. |
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| 6. Securely place your foot on the side foot ladder, located on the right or left-hand side of the sliding door beams. |
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21. Storage
The vehicle has a dedicated storage area under the middle compartment of the bottom bed, as well as various cupboards throughout.
22. Fuel
To ensure you are using the correct fuel, always check the fuel sticker located on the fuel door or on the fuel cap. Additionally, review the rental agreement for the specific fuel requirements.
23. Spare Tyre and Tools
To access the tools, open the sliding door and locate the compartment on the left side. Inside this compartment, you will find the essential tools required for safely changing a tyre.
Always ensure the vehicle is parked on a stable surface before using the tools.
The spare tyre can be found underneath at the back of the vehicle.
To access the spare tyre located under the rear of the van, use the wheel brace as per the picture below. Unscrew the bolt located on the inside rear of the vehicle on the floor anticlockwise.
Be careful when as the tyre can heave and drop when released.
Always make sure the spare tyre is securely fastened before driving.