Swift command problems

Linda Leaper replied on 07/09/2019 08:23

Posted on 07/09/2019 08:23

I have the latest system in a Bessacar by design van and find it very disappointing. The previous version in my Sterling Continental was far better. And the NEW Dab radio audio system with it is simply rubbish. I have had the unit replaced once and the second unit is equally appalling. I suspect I will end up ripping it out as it does not appear to be fit for purpose. Finally the new Sargent control system fights with the Aldi control such that we constantly end up with no hot water and have to re-set the whole system.

Then their is the fact that the light controls have gone backwards in flexibility, and ease of use. It could be a Swift cost cutting measure, but all in all very disappointing 

Whatever improvements Sargent thought they had added in this new version, I would say it’s a massive step back and I would rather have the previous setup I had in the Sterling Continental back. 

lornalou1 replied on 07/09/2019 16:48

Posted on 07/09/2019 08:23 by Linda Leaper

I have the latest system in a Bessacar by design van and find it very disappointing. The previous version in my Sterling Continental was far better. And the NEW Dab radio audio system with it is simply rubbish. I have had the unit replaced once and the second unit is equally appalling. I suspect I will end up ripping it out as it does not appear to be fit for purpose. Finally the new Sargent control system fights with the Aldi control such that we constantly end up with no hot water and have to re-set the whole system.

Then their is the fact that the light controls have gone backwards in flexibility, and ease of use. It could be a Swift cost cutting measure, but all in all very disappointing 

Whatever improvements Sargent thought they had added in this new version, I would say it’s a massive step back and I would rather have the previous setup I had in the Sterling Continental back. 

Posted on 07/09/2019 16:48

Just use the Alde controls and not the command. having 2 systems controlling one unit you will have a conflict between them so I just have the Alde for what it is. It's got everything there for what you need.

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Posted on 07/09/2019 17:13

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redface replied on 07/09/2019 22:49

Posted on 07/09/2019 22:49

Ah! computers - they always go wrong - that is the problem with modern technology.  Bring back the pencil and paper I say!

lornalou1 replied on 08/09/2019 12:27

Posted on 08/09/2019 06:59 by cyberyacht

No electricity required. No moving parts to go wrong. Any breakage is solvable with a penknife. What's not to like. wink

Posted on 08/09/2019 12:27

Kids, Penknives, I can see trouble there.

cyberyacht replied on 08/09/2019 17:33

Posted on 08/09/2019 17:33

How many kids own modern Swift caravans? tongue-out

When I t'were lad, I reckon 80% of schoolboys had a penknife in their pocket. Don't ever recall a stabbing.

lornalou1 replied on 08/09/2019 22:04

Posted on 08/09/2019 17:33 by cyberyacht

How many kids own modern Swift caravans? tongue-out

When I t'were lad, I reckon 80% of schoolboys had a penknife in their pocket. Don't ever recall a stabbing.

Posted on 08/09/2019 22:04

true but this is the 21st century and times have changed, just like everything in life, if it didn't you would still be riding a penny farthing. surprised

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