Storyteller Overland Beast MODE Bedienungsanleitung

Welcome to Beast MODELife!

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WELCOME TO MODELIFE!

We know you have a lot of options available to you in the Class B

RV space these days, so we are grateful you chose the Storyteller

Overland Beast MODE adventure van as your preferred getaway

vehicle for a more adventurous life out on the open road and beyond!

Before we discuss the key features and functions of your new van,

let’s talk a little bit about the Core Values that drive the design,

engineering, craftsmanship, and overall experience of the Beast

MODE.

Our approach throughout the entire process of creating and

manufacturing the Beast MODE has been to deliver you an innovative,

inspiring, adventure-ready vehicle that is . . . Safe, Simple, Fun,

Flexible, Rugged, and Ready to Go at all times!

What these Core Values mean to us is that we believe your experience

with all things MODElife should be . . .

SAFE

You and your passengers can rest in the knowledge that your Beast

MODE has been designed and engineered with onboard power,

mechanical, and seating solutions which are fully tested and compliant

with all relevant FMVSS, DOT, NHTSA safety regulations. And you

can also be assured that your Beast MODE has been manufactured

in accordance with the best practices for our industry to meet or

exceed the rigorous RVIA certication and related OEM body builder

standards.

SIMPLE

Your Beast MODE features an uncomplicated, uncluttered, intuitive

design that makes it easy for you and your crew to get into whatever

Beast MODE of travel, camping, exploring, etc . . . you are going for

without all the hassle and complexity associated with conventional RVs

or camper vans.

FUN

The Beast MODE was designed for increased functionality using a

number of additional features over the classic Storyteller Beast MODE

4x4.

FLEXIBLE

The Beast MODE is not a “one-trick pony”! We know our customers

have demanding lives and they need their adventure vehicle to rise to

the challenges that come along with being a daily driver, a weekend

warrior, and a long-range traveler. Whether you are road tripping

across the country with your family, camping off-grid with your crew, or

just ying solo for a quick “urban adventuring” store run across town,

The Beast MODE is meant to be your getaway vehicle of choice to

help you ex between all aspects of a life fully lived.

Welcome to Beast MODELife!

STORYTELLER OVERLAND

RUGGED

We know life on the open road and beyond can get a little messy.

That’s why we build the Beast MODE on the innitely capable

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter®2500 4x4 chassis and then obsessively hand

select only the highest quality components and materials to ensure

that each of these elements will fully withstand the rigors of active use

for years to come. The on-demand 4x4 capabilities of the Mercedes-

Benz Sprinter 4x4 chassis can help carry you farther. The M-Power

automotive-grade Energy Storage System (powered by Volta) can

keep you off-grid for longer. And the thoughtful design, quality,

craftsmanship, and resilient materials incorporated throughout every

aspect of your vehicle can endure just about anything you can put it

through.

READY TO GO

And nally, we feel your Beast MODE should be ready to perform and

keep its promise on a moment’s notice. So, we have made every effort

to ensure all of the onboard systems and components are easy to

maintain and readily serviceable by qualied technicians. Furthermore,

we have a stellar nationwide dealer sales and service network combined

with a convenient MODElife mobile app based after sales support

system to help in the eld should you need assistance while traveling.

So there you have it! These are the Core Values that drive our thinking

in the development of each and every aspect of your Beast MODE.

We are grateful for the opportunity to serve you and your crew, and

we look forward to seeing you . . . “Live Free. Explore Endlessly. Tell

Better Stories.” out on the open road and beyond!

Cheers to the road ahead!

and your Storyteller Overland / MODElife family

Welcome to Beast MODELife!

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Welcome to MODElife! ...............................ii

Section 1 – Introduction ........................... 1

About This User Guide ............................... 1

Safety Messages Used in this User Guide ................ 1

Pre-Delivery Inspection .............................. 2

Before Driving ..................................... 2

Front Axle Alignment ................................ 2

Service and Assistance ............................... 2

Reporting of Safety Defects ........................... 2

Occupant and Cargo Carrying Capacity ................. 2

Vehicle Certication Label ............................ 3

Vehicle Certication Data Explanation ................... 3

Specications and Capacities.......................... 3

Owner Info ........................................ 4

Vehicle Information.................................. 4

RV Insurance Policy.................................. 4

Section 2 – Safety & Precautions .................... 5

General Warnings................................... 5

Carbon Monoxide Warning ........................... 6

Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm.................... 7

Fire Extinguisher.................................... 7

Electrical Cautions .................................. 8

Loading the RV..................................... 8

Weighing the RV.................................... 9

Finding a Scale ..................................... 9

Weighing Procedure................................. 9

Towing with the Beast MODE ......................... 9

Hitch Assembly..................................... 9

Pinch Hazards ...................................... 9

Formaldehyde Information............................ 9

Mold ............................................ 10

Mold and Warranty Claims ........................... 10

Condensation ..................................... 10

Roadside Emergency ............................... 10

If You Get a Flat Tire................................ 11

Recovery Towing .................................. 11

Engine Overheating ................................ 11

Jump Starting ..................................... 11

Section 3 – DRIVING YOUR Beast MODE ............ 13

Front Seats ....................................... 13

Seat Belts ........................................ 13

Child Restraints.................................... 13

Factory Dash Climate Controls........................ 14

Vehicle Maintenance ............................... 14

Front Axle Alignment and Tire Balancing................ 14

Tires ............................................ 14

Spare Tire (if equipped) ............................. 15

Control Panels and Functions......................... 15

Section 4 – SYSTEMS AND APPLIANCES............. 17

M-Power™Energy Storage System (Powered by Volta) ...........17

Electrical Cautions .......................................17

58 Volt System and Components ............................18

12 Volt System and Components ............................18

12 Volt Fuse Panel .......................................18

Fuse Panel Layout .......................................18

110V System and Components .............................18

Welcome to Beast MODELife!

STORYTELLER OVERLAND

110 Volt Breakers ........................................19

GFI Circuits.............................................19

Chassis Battery ..........................................19

Operating the M-Power Energy Storage System ................19

Turning ON the M-Power Energy Storage System...............19

Turning OFF the M-Power Energy Storage System ..............20

Inverter/Charger Panel ....................................20

Turn On/Off the Inverter/Charger ...........................20

Checking M-Power Energy Storage System Levels ..............20

Charging...............................................21

Charging via Shore Power .................................21

Adjusting the Shore Power Charge Rate ......................21

Charging with the Auxiliary Alternator ........................22

Charging with Solar ......................................22

Recovery from a Depleted Power State (Zero SOC)..............22

Zero State of Charge Recovery Procedure: Option 1.............22

Zero State of Charge Recovery Procedure: Option 2.............23

Storing the M-Power Energy Storage System ..................23

M-Power Service & Maintenance ............................24

M-Power Troubleshooting .................................24

Interior Lighting .........................................25

Cabin Climate Control System ..............................25

Air Conditioner..........................................25

Air Conditioner Filters ....................................26

Venting and Exhaust......................................26

Heating the Cabin and Water...............................26

Turning the Heating System On .............................26

Using the Sprinter Engine Heat .............................26

Troubleshooting the Heating System.........................27

Furnace Diagnostics and Settings through WIFI ................27

Prime Furnace Fuel Pump .................................29

Plumbing System ........................................29

Tank Monitoring System...................................29

Calibrating the Tank Monitoring System ......................29

Fresh Water System ......................................30

Water Pressure and Water Regulators ........................30

Water Filtration Systems...................................30

City Water Connection ....................................30

Connecting City Water ....................................30

Disconnecting City Water..................................31

Fresh Water Tank Filling ...................................31

Fresh Water Pump .......................................31

Fresh Water Pump Location ................................31

Water Pump Switch ......................................31

Priming Water Lines for Use ................................31

Using the Siphon Tube Method to Fill the

Fresh Water Tank Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Using the Siphon Tube Method to Fill the

Plumbing System Only .................................32

Water Pump Strainer .....................................33

Water Pump Strainer Location and Servicing ...................33

Disinfecting the Fresh Water Tank and Plumbing System .........33

Disinfecting the Plumbing System Only.......................33

Disinfecting the Fresh Water Tank Only .......................33

Water Fixtures and Faucets ................................34

Shower Hose Vacuum.....................................34

Halo Shower™...........................................34

Rear Shower Operation ...................................34

Galley Sink .............................................35

Macerator Pump.........................................35

Draining the Fresh Water System ............................35

Draining the Gray Water Tank ..............................35

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Portable Toilet ..........................................36

Drain Blockages .........................................36

Winterizing the Plumbing System ...........................36

Winterizing the Freshwater Lines ............................36

Winterizing the Freshwater Fill Port ..........................36

Winterizing P-Traps.......................................37

Appliances .............................................37

Refrigerator.............................................37

Basic Refrigerator Operation:...............................37

Cooktop ...............................................37

Microwave .............................................38

Asphyxiation Risks .......................................38

Sleeping And Seating Systems..............................38

Dreamweaver™Bed System / Convertible Work Surface ..........38

Setting up the Dreamweaver Bed: ...........................38

Setting up the Dreamweaver Work Surface: ...................38

Dinette Table ...........................................39

Fold-Out Exterior Table ...................................39

Exterior Features ........................................40

Roof Rack and Ladder ....................................40

Awning ................................................41

Tenzing Brushguard ......................................41

Auxiliary Power Circuit ....................................41

Auxiliary Lighting System ..................................42

Ride Improvement Package ................................42

Havasu Rims ............................................42

ARB On-Board Air .......................................42

Rear Door-Mounted Accessories ............................43

Maintenance and Storage .................................43

Exterior Care............................................43

Seals and Sealant Inspection ...............................43

Undercarriage...........................................44

Exterior Finish...........................................44

Washing the Exterior .....................................44

Polishing and Waxing .....................................45

Fiberglass Inspection .....................................45

Interior Care ............................................46

Interior Plastics ..........................................46

Woven Fabric Covered Walls ...............................46

Rear Bed Cushions .......................................46

Headliner and Lower Wall Vinyl .............................46

GrooveLounge Covers ....................................46

Cabinet and Galley Laminates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Solid Surface Countertop Material...........................47

Flooring ...............................................47

Preparing the Beast MODE for Storage.......................47

Removing the Beast MODE from Storage .....................48

Warranties and Coverage..................................48

In the Event of an Accident ................................48

Beast MODE Maintenance Chart ............................49

Introduction

SECTION 1

INTRODUCTION

Welcome to the family of Storyteller Overland owners! Before you

begin your travels, please take some time to get to know your van’s

features and how it works.

ABOUT THIS USER GUIDE

This User Guide has information on how to operate and care for your

RV as well as general safety information to help you have the best

experience possible.

NOTE: This User Guide is general in coverage of the vehicle

components and systems. Some of the exact equipment or functions

may have been changed due to continuous product improvement.

Your vehicle might differ slightly from the information included herein.

Descriptions, images, and specications were correct at the time of

printing, but Storyteller Overland reserves the right to make changes,

without notice, and without obligation to install the same products

previously manufactured.

In addition to this User Guide, your Beast MODE came with the

manufacturer’s user manuals for various appliances and systems in

your RV. Many of these systems are covered in this User Guide, but

some information may only be found in the manufacturer’s manuals.

Please keep these documents handy should you have questions. Also,

many of these supplemental manuals and frequently asked questions

can be found in the MODElife mobile app.

Your Storyteller Overland Beast MODE was built on a Mercedes-Benz®

Sprinter chassis. You will nd references throughout this User Guide

to the Sprinter chassis and Sprinter Operating Instructions provided

with the vehicle. Please refer to the Sprinter Operating Instructions for

information regarding the operation, safety, and maintenance of the

original vehicle chassis.

SAFETY MESSAGES USED IN

THISUSERGUIDE

This User Guide alerts you to common safety or vehicle hazards using

the following labels:

WARNING

Indicates a hazard that may endanger

your health or life, or the health or life

of others.

Introduction

STORYTELLER OVERLAND

NOTE: Informs you of risks which may lead to your vehicle being

damaged.

Pre-Delivery Inspection

Storyteller Overland takes pride in the quality of the products we

build. We inspect every RV closely before shipping. Your dealer is

responsible for completing a comprehensive pre-delivery inspection

and correcting any issues with the chassis or RV components prior to

delivery.

Before Driving

Familiarize yourself with all local and state laws as different areas may

have laws that apply to your RV.

Front Axle Alignment

Once loaded to meet your needs, take the RV in for an alignment. A

loaded vehicle has a more compressed suspension system and may sit

differently, potentially affecting alignment and possibly causing erratic

steering. When loading the vehicle, consider weight distribution from

front to back and side to side. Follow the Loading Your Vehicle section

of this User Guide.

Service and Assistance

We are committed to our customers well after the purchase of a

vehicle. Storyteller Overland has developed a mobile app, called the

MODElife Customer Care App, to help answer questions, schedule

a call with customer support and even help in scheduling service,

if needed. Storyteller Overland has a network of dealers if you nd

yourself in need while traveling. Contact Storyteller Overland and we

will gladly help get you back on the road as quickly as possible.

Reporting of Safety Defects

We strive to produce safe and reliable vehicles. If you feel there is a

safety defect that could result in a crash, injury, or death, you should

immediately contact the National Highway Safety Administration

(NHTSA) as well as Storyteller Overland. If NHTSA receives similar

reports, they may choose to open an investigation, and may choose

to issue a safety recall and campaign to remedy issues. To contact

NHTSA, call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236;

(TTY: 1-800-424-9153), go to http://www.safercar.gov, or write to:

Administrator, NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey Avenue S.E., Washington,

D.C. 20590

Occupant and Cargo CarryingCapacity

This label is found in the passenger door area and shows the

maximum weight capacity for all passengers and cargo as well as the

number of seatbelted riding positions.

MOTOR HOME OCCUPANT AND CARGO CARRYING CAPACITY VIN:

THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS SAFETY BELT EQUIPPED

AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED: SEATING CAPACITY

______ OR __________ CAUTION: __

A FULL LOAD OF WATER EQUALS ____ OR ____ OF CARGO @ 1KG/L (8.3 LB/GAL)

AND THE TONGUE WEIGHT OF A TOWED TRALIER COUNTS AS CARGO.

NOTE: Water and trailer tongue weight count as cargo and factor

into your available cargo weight. A full load of water for the vehicle is

provided on the label.

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