elddis 2011 Xplore 302, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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3-4
PREPARING FOR THE ROAD
BEFORE SETTING OFF
(i) Connect the 13 pin plug on the caravan A-
frame to the towing vehicle.
(ii) Check that all tail-lights, brake lights, road
lights and indicators work correctly.
(iii) Ensure that the correct vehicle license /
registration plate is attached to the rear of
the touring caravan.
(iv) Using the jockey wheel lift the tow ball
slightly to check hitch is locked onto the ball
(v) Wind up the jockey wheel until the wheel
supports locate into the cut out sections at
the base of the winding section.
(vi) Raise and secure the jockey wheel using the
clamp. The jockey wheel should be parallel
to the direction of travel at all times.
(vii) Check condition of and secure the
breakaway cable to the tow vehicle.
HANDBRAKE
Your caravan is fitted with BPW running gear and
handbrake. It is essential that prior to towing you
ensure that your handbrake is in the fully off
position. This can be confirmed by ensuring that
the handbrake arm is resting on the blue stop
fitted to the side of the A frame as shown in Fig
3-5 below.
CABLES
For peace of mind, you may wish to check the
ability of the cables to be able to cope with
towing the vehicle at extreme angles before
setting off. To do so position the vehicle at
alternate extreme angles and check that the
cables do not pull too tight, are liable to stretch
or become unplugged. No cables should be
allowed to touch the ground as they will wear
and become damaged and ineffective.
Please Note: If having followed this advice, you
feel you cannot achieve a satisfactory cable
arrangement, consult your caravan or tow bar
supplier or service agent.
Fig 3-5