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Buccaneer
Touring Caravan
OWNERS
HANDBOOK

The Explorer Group Limited

Delves Lane, Consett, Co. Durham DH8 7PE

Telephone: 01207 699000 • Facsimile: 01207 699001

• www.explorer-group.co.uk

All the illustrations and descriptive matter in this guide are intended to give a general idea of the

caravan. Changing market and supply situations may prevent the manufacturer from maintaining

the exact specifications and details in this handbook and we therefore reserve the right to alter

specifications and materials as conditions demand.

Retailers are independent of the manufacturer and have absolutely no authority to bind the

manufacturer by any express or implied undertaking or representation.

Model Year 201

Issue 1

Summary of Contents for 2016 Buccaneer

Page 1: ...o give a general idea of the caravan Changing market and supply situations may prevent the manufacturer from maintaining the exact specifications and details in this handbook and we therefore reserve the right to alter specifications and materials as conditions demand Retailers are independent of the manufacturer and have absolutely no authority to bind the manufacturer by any express or implied u...

Page 2: ...tems 6 1 Generator Charger 6 1 Electricity Mains Supply 6 1 Connecting To Mains Supply On Arrival at Site 6 1 Disconnecting Mains Supply When Leaving Site 6 2 Overseas Electrical Connection 6 2 Gas Safety Advice 6 3 Facts about LPG 6 3 Awning Spaces LPG and Appliance Exhaust 6 3 LPG Gas System 6 3 Gas Supply 6 4 Connection 6 4 Changing a Gas Cylinder 6 4 Auto Changeover Gas Regulator 6 4 High Pres...

Page 3: ... 41 Satellite Dish Optional 8 41 Radio CD with MP3 Connectivity 8 41 Teleco TV Aerial 8 41 How to use your TV Aerial 8 43 Digital TV set up Guide 8 43 Troubleshooting Guide 8 43 Protect Autowatch Alarm System 8 45 BPW Intelligent Drive Control iDc System 8 46 SECURITY 9 1 Caravan Theft 9 1 Diamond Standard Wheel Lock 9 2 How to fit your Diamond Standard Wheel Lock 9 2 Hints for using the Diamond S...

Page 4: ...tion Body Shell 13 1 Windows 13 1 Insulation 13 1 Front Panel and Gas Bottle Locker Door 13 1 Awning Channel 13 1 EQUIPMENT LIST 14 1 Buccaneer 14 1 WIRING DIAGRAM BUCCANEER 15 1 Road Lights Buccaneer 15 2 GENERAL QUESTIONS 16 1 GLOSSARY 17 1 SERVICE DOCUMENTS 18 1 NOTIFICATION OF CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP 19 1 NOTIFICATION OF CHANGE TO NAME AND ADDRESS 20 1 USEFUL ADDRESSES 21 1 INDEX 22 1 ...

Page 5: ...CONTENTS 4 CONTENTS ...

Page 6: ...ed or modified in such a way that would adversely affect the reliability Please note It is a condition of your warranty that the caravan must have an annual service carried out by a Buccaneer approved Retailer Service Centre or NCC Approved Workshop or NCC equivalent standard as set out in this handbook and a record is kept Pages are provided in the back of this guide for your assistance A Buccane...

Page 7: ...1 2 INTRODUCTION ...

Page 8: ...the interest of safety replacement parts for an appliance should conform to the appliance manufacturer s specifications and should be fitted by them or an authorised agent ix It is recommended that you provide a dry powder fire extinguisher complying with ISO 7165 of at least 1KG capacity by the exit door and a fire blanket next to the cooker Ensure you read the advice to occupier label fitted to ...

Page 9: ...e not blocked or made ineffective Petrol Diesel Fumes The fitting of a tail pipe to your exhaust will reduce the possibility of fumes entering your caravan through the front fixed ventilation points FIRE SAFETY Fire Extinguishers It is recommended that a 1 kg 2lb minimum capacity dry powder fire extinguisher be carried inside your caravan at all times A pan fire must not have an extinguisher aimed...

Page 10: ...10L 10N 50 L is the body length of the caravan in meters N is the number of berths 50 is for normal equipment carried in the caravan a sample list is given below Kettle 0 5kgs Bed linen 6kgs Crockery 5kgs Saucepans 3kgs Wastemaster 6kgs Aquaroll empty 5kgs Waste bin 1kg Cutlery 2kgs Toilet fluid etc 2 5kgs Battery 25kgs Optional equipment payload OEP This is an amount of weight provided by us for ...

Page 11: ...2 4 GENERAL SAFETY ...

Page 12: ... the caravan does not exceed the kerb weight of the towing vehicle LOADING Always lower and secure the jockey wheel and the four corner steadies with the brace provided before entering the caravan This will ensure that the caravan does not tip up when you are inside Please note Corner steadies should not be used as a jacking or levelling device Internal Loading Checks When loading your caravan it ...

Page 13: ...aravan handbrake is advised Extreme caution should be taken if manoeuvring the caravan down hill or on wet slippery surfaces vi Make sure the jockey wheel height is sufficient for the hitch head to clear the towing vehicles tow ball v Manoeuvre the hitch head over the tow ball and lower the jockey wheel using the winding handle until the hitch head opening sits comfortably over the tow bar ball WI...

Page 14: ...usly pull back and lift the operating handle this swings the securing lugs out of the locked position allowing the operating handle to be lifted into the fully open position Before operating the jockey wheel which will lift the caravan free of the tow ball check that both caravan and towing vehicle handbrakes are applied If the caravan is not to be used for any lengthy period of time we recommend ...

Page 15: ... length then the cable should pass around the base of the tow ball and then be clipped back on itself Detachable tow bar systems Vehicles with a detachable tow bar system may have a securing point provided on the tow bar assembly This securing point should be part of the towbar assembly fitted to the tow vehicle but this securing point may not be large enough to allow the spring clip type fastener...

Page 16: ...ble to the tow vehicle Fig 3 4 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 4 below CABLES For peace of mind you may wish to check the ability...

Page 17: ...3 6 PREPARING FOR THE ROAD ...

Page 18: ...limit is reduced to 60mph SETTING OFF i Pull away smoothly in the towing vehicle Allow more engine speed to produce the power to move the additional weight of the caravan ii Avoid wear and tear on the clutch and transmission by taking extra care not to ride the clutch iii Change gears smoothly Try not to jerk the clutch CARAVAN HANDLING i Allow for the caravan being wider than the car Ensure you h...

Page 19: ... would carry the load that the caravan was designed to carry Note that it may be possible to increase the maximum technically permissible laden mass MTPLM of the caravan depending on the capacity of the chassis but it is essential that the tyres are checked to verify that they are suitable for the extra loading if this option is taken If their loading capacity is less than the rating necessary for...

Page 20: ...is electronically controlled by an operating system or so called main unit which is mounted on a central location in the caravan The level system can be operated either fully automatically or manually by means of a built in control panel and or optional remote control In most frequent cases the control panel is mounted in the sidewall at the entrance of the caravan The jacks have the bearing and l...

Page 21: ...pped at any time by pressing the ON OFF button on the control panel or optional remote control WARNING Before driving off check to make sure that all supports have been withdrawn Safety warnings Not observing the following warnings may lead to damages to the caravan and or serious physical injuries Using the E P hydraulics levelling system for other purposes than supporting the caravan is official...

Page 22: ...re on the ground Control functions Functions on the control panel The diagram below shows the appearance of the control panel By using the control panel or remote control you can operate the hydraulic levelsystem 9 LED Manual mode 10 Button Left side 11 Button Rear side 12 Button Front side 13 Button Right side 14 LED Level indicator 16 LED E P logo Function declaration 1 LED Slope too steep 2 LED...

Page 23: ...aration 1 LED Slope too steep 2 LED Battery low voltage 3 LED Withdraw front wheel 4 LED Jacks not fully retracted 5 Button ON OFF 6 Button Manual mode 7 Button Automatic mode 8 Button Retract all Jacks 9 LED Manual mode 10 Button Left side 11 Button Rear side 12 Button Front side 13 Button Right side 14 LED Level indicator 15 LED E P logo 1 3 10 2 15 5 7 12 14 13 4 9 11 6 8 ...

Page 24: ...es that the caravan can now be brought to the correct level 15 BATTERY 9V VOLTAGE The battery voltage of the remote control is too low only present on the remote control 16 E P LOGO Indicates that the levelsystem is switched on only present on the remote control BUTTONS 5 ON OFF Switches the levelsystem on or off 6 MANUAL MODE Switches the levelsystem into manual mode for levelling the caravan 7 A...

Page 25: ... automatically The front wheel must be wound down When the caravan leans too steeply the indicator LED SLOPE TOO STEEP no 1 lights up REMARK When the caravan stands too skewed the caravan cannot be automatically levelled You now have two options Stop the levelling procedure and place the caravan on a flatter surface and start again with automatic levelling procedure Or go further with manual level...

Page 26: ...orwards The system will indicate whether you have positioned the caravan level enough If you have not the indicator LED FRONT WHEEL no 3 lights up Step 2 Press 1x on the button MANUAL MODE no 6 The indicator LED MANUAL MODE no 9 lights up indicating the manual levelling procedure may begin When the caravan leans too steeply the indicator LED SLOPE TOO STEEP no 1 lights up although this LED lights ...

Page 27: ...ld it pressed down till the ORANGE arrow level LED no 14 goes out extending of the front corner supports stops by itself when the caravan is levelled in the front to rear direction Step 5 Press the button REAR SIDE no 11 until the corner supports at the rear side are touching the ground Attention The level system does NOT stop automatically Step 6 Press 1x on the button ON OFF no 5 to switch the l...

Page 28: ...You don t have to perform this procedure by yourself E P Hydraulics has decided to include this chapter as an extra in this manual in case of failure and or service repair matters Consider setting the zero point as a condition to make it possible to level the caravan automatically and or manually When this operation for some reason has not been done or has been carried out incorrectly it is not po...

Page 29: ...anually When this operation for some reason has not been done or has been carried out incorrectly it is not possible to level the caravan with the remote control Antenna Check if there is a antenna connection on the operating system see below If this is not the case the remote control CANNOT communicate with the hydraulic levelling system In principle the antenna connector and the antenna are alwa...

Page 30: ... system Step 3 Reconnect the fuse to the system The pairing process should be made within a certain time approx 20 sec The remote control turns off automatically When the Indicator LED no 14 goes off the pairing process is complete Putting the remote control into use After programming the remote control you now have the possibility to operate the levelsystem with the remote control Step 1 Switch t...

Page 31: ...the battery level indicator LED no 15 lights RED the device does not stop working immediately After this signal it is possible to use the remove control approx another 4 times Make sure there is a spare battery in the caravan Emergency pump Introduction The optional Emergency Hand pump allows the levelsystem to be operated manually in the emergency event the system is defective or more likely beca...

Page 32: ...the emergency hand pump assembly Pump back and forth with the metal tube until all hydraulic jacks are withdrawn all jacks will be withdrawn at the same time The moment you feel pressure resistance building up during this movement is the sign the jacks are fully withdrawn Step 3 Remove the metal tube from the holder Step 4 Using the allen key turn the gold hexagon bolt on the emergency hand pump a...

Page 33: ...cs levelsystem Hydrauliccornersupport front side left Hydrauliccornersupport front side righ Hydrauliccornersupport rear side r ight Hydraulic Pump Operating system Hydrauliccornersupport rear side l eft Battery not included Control panel Hydraulicaxle support left Hydraulic axle support right Fuse Remote control optional ...

Page 34: ...tically retracted as soon as the handbrake is disengaged In case of vehicles with a pneumatic brake installation this takes place when the engine is started All normal functions of the system are switched off in error mode The jacks always operate 2 at a time at 1 side The left side right side front side and rear side Only when retracting do they operate all 4 at the same time During winter condit...

Page 35: ...uses Solution s The system fails to start Battery voltage low Recharge the battery Charger is defective or there is no voltage being supplied The red battery lamp lights up When the red battery lamp lights continuously the installation is switched off for 4 minutes The support jacks do not Oil level too low or no oil Check for any oil leaks extend towards the ground in the system when the pump is ...

Page 36: ... winter period we have to deal with situations in which de icing salt will tack to the outside of the system Preventative maintenance should be Good cleaning of the jacks Clean the stainless steel cylinder piston rod and spray with a silicone lubricant Remove dirt from the stainless steel foot plate especially at the bottom this is the area your caravan stands on Try to put the caravan in a locati...

Page 37: ...e buyer modifies the system or if the buyer makes settings independently In case of abuse or negligence overloading damage through accident incorrect loading or incorrect weight distribution damage through improper use or improper maintenance connection to wrong parts or repair attempts by other persons than the acknowledged E P Hydraulics dealer installer This warranty does not apply to physical ...

Page 38: ...SUPPLY Your caravan s main electrical installation is designed to run on 230V at 50 hertz AC supply CONNECTING TO MAINS SUPPLY ON ARRIVAL AT SITE Before connecting the caravan installation to the mains supply check that i The mains supply is suitable for your installation and appliances i e whether it is AC or DC and whether it is at the correct voltage and frequency ii Your caravan is properly ea...

Page 39: ...e caravan and store the cable in an appropriate locker OVERSEAS ELECTRICAL CONNECTION Please Note Connection to a mains voltage supply OVERSEAS requires particular attention Care must be taken when connecting supplies abroad since the supplies can be of REVERSE POLARITY The significance of REVERSE POLARITY is that when equipment is switched off it may not be electrically isolated The only certain ...

Page 40: ...se note Ventilation holes must be clear at all times LPG GAS SYSTEM Buccaneer do not recommend the use of any external cylinders All cylinders in use should be within the gas locker provided If you wish to utilise a larger cylinder and have this outside the gas locker then the connecting hose must not exceed 750mm It is recommended that no flammable material is stored or placed within 300mm of any...

Page 41: ...rated appliances Remove the gas hose from gas cylinder Before refitting a gas cylinder ensure that all gas operated appliances are turned off particularly after winterisation Ensure all connections are secure When the cylinder is connected please ensure that the high pressure hose is not placed under any strain WARNING If cylinders other than those recommended are used ensure that the cylinders ar...

Page 42: ... use Operation of the reserve Figure 2 The indicator is red which means that the cylinder in service has run out It is now empty and the installation is operating on the reserve cylinder Replacing the empty cylinder Figure 3 Turn the knob halfway The cylinder that was previously in reserve will become the cylinder in service the indicator will turn green as usual If it stays red this means the sys...

Page 43: ... is securely connected turn on the gas tap above the regulator then turn on the gas bottle to allow gas to flow into the caravan In order to make all your caravan gas appliances operational it is necessary to open each appliance gas tap as detailed in previous column All your gas appliances should now be operational Instructions on how to use each appliance are detailed later in your handbook WARN...

Page 44: ...that the submersible pump can reach the bottom of the water container and that there is access to the back of the socket To connect the IC Control Unit back of socket Step 1 Switch off the 12V d c supply at the main panel isolator switch Step 2 Unplug the spade connections on the water inlet socket ensuring that you note the order of wires for reconnection with the Watermaster IC See Fig 1 and Fig...

Page 45: ...chen sink Step 6 After trapped air has been expelled water will flow from the open tap Step 7 When air has enn expelled turn off tap the pump should turn off after approximately 10 seconds To calibrate the System Step 1 Press and hold the calibration button until the green LED starts to flash after 1 3 seconds Fig 7 Step 2 Open the tap and the pump should start there maybe a short delay Step 3 Aft...

Page 46: ...s as necessary Replacement components are available in service kits from dealers For information on replacement parts and service kits please visit www whalepumps com Fig 8 Helpful Hints Note If at any stage the user experiences less than optimum performance from the Whale Watermaster IC recalibrate the system as per steps outlined above To obtain efficient running and maximum pump life ensure the...

Page 47: ... see calibration section of the installation section c If pump motor runs steadily and does not stop after 30 40 seconds Check all connections in pipework Recalibrate the system Diagnostic Codes To aid with troubleshooting the LED on the back of the Watermaster IC has a number of different flash codes as described in the table below LED State Description Green Constant On Tap open pump running Gre...

Page 48: ... and may damage a battery Discharged dead batteries are prone to freezing in cold temperatures For peak performance never let a battery sit discharged for long periods of time Over discharged batteries are permanently damaged and need to be replaced Note Do not over discharge the battery One of the most common causes of battery failure is when the battery is discharged below the recommended level ...

Page 49: ...ion of all of the 230V mains electrical equipment may not be possible A typical UK caravan site mains hook up point provides a maximum output of 10 amps and on some continental sites the available output may be as low as 5 amps If your loading exceeds the site supply it may trip the site circuit breaker Please check the available mains output with your site operator The following items need to be ...

Page 50: ...7 3 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MAINS UNIT MAINS UNIT MAINS UNIT MAINS UNIT MAINS UNIT ...

Page 51: ...7 4 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ...

Page 52: ...d the individual appliance instructions contained with your user information pack Please note Before attempting to use any gas equipment please ensure that the gas bottle is connected securely to the caravan s regulator via a high pressure gas hose and the bottle valve is in the on position Also ensure the appliance isolation valves are in the on position as shown in the gas system section Please ...

Page 53: ...board water tank the left hand rocker switch must remain in the on position then depress the right hand rocker switch to the EXT position Once the tank is full the pump will automatically switch off iv To use water from the on board water tank the left hand switch must remain in the on position then depress the right hand switch to the INT position Digital readout v When the left hand button is de...

Page 54: ... the event the burner flames are accidentally extinguished turn off the burner control and do not attempt to re ignite the burner for at least one minute Operation Using the hotplate gas burners 1 Ensure gas supply is connected and turned on 2 Push in the control knob and turn anti clockwise to full rate large flame see Fig 1 3 Continue depressing the knob whilst holding a lighted match or taper t...

Page 55: ...y to snap shut towards the end of lowering This is caused by the travel lock action of the hinges as it is activated Make sure all fingers are clear of the appliance when closing the lid Using the Grill 1 Ensure the gas cylinder is connected and turned on 2 Open door push in the control knob and turn anti clockwise to large flame symbol 3 Continue depressing the knob whilst holding a lighted match...

Page 56: ...t be carried out with the door open The oven shelf has been designed to allow good circulation at the rear of the oven A raised bar at the rear of the shelf prevents trays or dishes making contact with the back of the oven To remove a shelf pull forward until it stops raise at front and remove Installation of a shelf is the reverse of this procedure Operation Before first use we recommend heating ...

Page 57: ... appliance regularly DO Remove spills as soon as they occur DO Always use oven gloves when removing food shelves and trays from the oven DO Turn pan handles away from the front so that they cannot be caught accidentally DO Check that controls are in the off position when finished DO NOT Allow children near the cooker when in use DO NOT Allow fats or oils to build up in the oven trays or base DO NO...

Page 58: ...ow the door seal to come into contact with oil or grease Maintenance In compliance with the applicable regulations please note that the gas unit and the connected ventilation ducts must be checked by authorised technical personnel after first use and after every other year for compliance with the European Standard EN 1949 A test certificate has to be issued It is the user s responsibility to arran...

Page 59: ...on Select Gas by pressing button 3 Set temperature step by pressing button 6 RMS8551 models MES appliances manual energy selection Electrical operation To start the refrigerator press button 1 for 2 seconds The refrigerator starts with the last selected type of energy 230V operaton Press button 2 12V operation Press button 4 Gas operation Gas operation Press button 3 The ignition process is activa...

Page 60: ... absolute temperature values Door locking CAUTION As a basic rule shut and lock the refrigerator before you start your journey Open the door by pressing the locking button and pull open Fig 6 Shut the door again by pushing it to close The snapping into the lock can be heard While the vehicle is parked the locking hook may be fixed to facilitate opening of the door Fastening and releasing the door ...

Page 61: ... wrapped in aluminium foil or similar and stored separately from each other in order to prevent drying out or odours Allow foods that have been warmed up to cool down before storing Avoid storing products in the refrigerator that could emit volatile flammable gases Do not expose the refrigerator to direct sunlight Please bear in mind that the temperature inside a closed vehicle increases sharply i...

Page 62: ...en overnight At night the refrigerator has less work to do and the unit has more reserves WARNING Only use drinking water Defrosting As time goes by frost builds up on the fins inside the refrigerator A layer of frost thicker on one side may occur and does not represent a malfunction When this layer of frost is about 3mm thick the refrigerator should be defrosted Switch off the refrigerator as des...

Page 63: ...r similar 2 When the ambient temperature falls below 8 C the optional winter covers should be fitted This protects the unit from excessively cold air TIP It is also recommended that the winter cover should be used when the vehicle is taken out of service for an extended period of time 3 Affix the cover and fasten it Winter operation ...

Page 64: ...This symbol is displayed when 230V is connected to the boiler G MENU button Button for setting menu H On Off button Shut down turn on the boiler From standby mode to setting menu When on standby the indoor temperature is displayed and the outdoor temperature is displayed if an outdoor temperature sensor has been connected The background lights up when you press the screen or the MENU button Start ...

Page 65: ...mal operation When you have selected more warm water the circulation pump stops 1 Increase the quantity of warm water by pressing the button When activated the plus symbol changes colour to green 2 The settings are ready If you wish to revert to the basic warm water settings before 30 minutes have expired 1 Reset the warm water by pressing the button 2 The settings are ready Heating with electrici...

Page 66: ...open padlock then OK or MENU to unlock the tools menu When activated the symbol changes colour to green 3 The control panel in setting menu with unlocked tool menu In order to get to the tool menu press the symbol 22 C ON 2 kW On Off OK 22 C ON 2 kW On Off 22 C ON 2 kW On Off Truma Telemetric link to the Alde heating system Your Alde heating system is supplied with the Truma Telemetric Link which ...

Page 67: ...eduction in battery voltage between sites do not affect your water flow It also protects and prolongs the life of your pump by automatically shutting off if your water container runs dry Please note that caravan water systems and domestic water systems differ Please exercise caution when using the hot water supply It is possible to get unmixed hot water when the tap or shower is initially opened F...

Page 68: ...ontainer as air must be able to enter the container to replace the water as it is pumped out Step Four Switch on 12 Volt supply at control panel isolator switch The pump should start to run Step Five Open one cold tap Whale recommend the shower Step Six After trapped air has been expelled water will flow from the tap Step Seven When air has been expelled turn off the tap The pump will turn off aft...

Page 69: ...start there may be a short delay Step 4 After approximately 10 seconds the pump should still be running press and hold the calibration button again until the LED turns solid green and the pump will stop after approximately 10 seconds Step 5 The green LED should turn off and blink briefly every 5 seconds The system is now calibrated Watermaster IC is now installed and ready for use During normal us...

Page 70: ...ooting the green calibration light on the back of the Watermaster IC has a number of flash codes as described in the table below Part Number Description Spare Parts Available Separately GP1652 Whale Watermaster High Flow Pump Only EP1612 Whale Watermaster Pump with Easi PushTM Plug EP1632 Whale Watermaster IC Kit includes IC Unit and High Flow Pump Green Calibration Light Description Fast Flash le...

Page 71: ...n unauthorised modification or misuse of this product This product is designed for use with freshwater If it is intended for use with any other liquid it is the user s responsibility to ensure that the materials are fully compatible with the liquids to be used and that a system of safe working practice is applied to installation use and maintenance Ensure that the system is fully drained before st...

Page 72: ...ufficient water in the container Ensure maximum pumping period is not more than 15 minutes continuous operation Ensure all hose connections are firm and watertight Ensure the power supply is adequate Low performance could result from a weak battery or reduced voltage due to undersized wiring we recommend wiring should be a minimum thickness of 2 5mm Keep o rings well lubricated to make the connect...

Page 73: ...r warranty Contact retailer and replace pump Check all connections in pipework Check Watermaster IC Calibration Pump will not run Watermaster IC has detected no water The pump cycles on off with all taps and shower closed Runs continuously and does not stop after 30 seconds Winterising Your water system must be drained while not in use For details of how to drain your water system for winter pleas...

Page 74: ...re that it is firmly closed The oven door can be opened at any time during operation by pushing the door open button The oven will automatically shut off To restart the oven close the door and then push the START button The oven automatically cooks on full power unless set to a lower power level The display will show 0 when the oven is plugged in press and hold Eco button until display is turned o...

Page 75: ... sound the alarm if particles of combustion are still present The HUSH feature can be used repeatedly until the air has been cleared of the condition causing the alarm Note Dense smoke will override the hush control feature and sound a continuous alarm CAUTION Before using the alarm hush feature identify the source of the smoke and be certain a safe condition exists Flashing LED Light This smoke a...

Page 76: ...e smoke alarm is powered by a 9V battery A fresh battery should last for one year under normal operating conditions This alarm has a low battery monitor circuit which will cause the alarm to chirp approximately every 30 40 seconds for a minimum of seven days when the battery gets low Replace the battery when this condition occurs Note Use only the following 9 volt batteries for smoke alarm battery...

Page 77: ...es Replace batteries as the red LED flashes soon as possible Alarm chirps twice every 30 seconds and End of life of the alarm Replace the alarm the red LED flashes twice Alarm chirps every 30 seconds and red Fault Replace the alarm LED flashes every 30 seconds Red LED on and constant tone Malfunction Replace the alarm Loud continuous alarm with the red LED Dangerous levels of CO Follow emergency h...

Page 78: ...g the test reset button will terminate the alarm If the CO condition that caused the alert in the first places continues the alarm will reactivate If the unit alarms again within six minutes it is sensing high levels of CO which can quickly become a dangerous situation WARNING Activation of the alarm indicates the presence of Carbon Monoxide CO which can kill you Maintenance of your alarm To keep ...

Page 79: ...ess Door to Waste Holding Tank Optional Features p Electric Blade q Automatic Ventilator r Waste Pump Out System s Waste Holding Tank Multi Level Indicator t Flush Water Tank Level Indicator only if toilet has its own flush water tank Note Optional features can be bought from Thetford dealerships Preparing for use standard 1 Open the access door on the outside of your caravan 2 Remove the Waste Ho...

Page 80: ...8 29 HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN S EQUIPMENT Standard Optional features Control panel with optional features ...

Page 81: ... water tank please make sure that you do not travel with a flush water tank that is too full Do not travel with water in the toilet bowl Failure to adhere to this notice may result in water damage to your caravan Using the toilet with Optional Features 13 Electric Blade Push the electric blade button on the control display to electrically open or close the blade In the case of failure you can manu...

Page 82: ... vehicle s waste tank is full the Waste Pump Out light will flash rapidly and no pump out will be possible until the central tank is emptied Check the level of the vehicle s waste tank on the vehicle s central console After the Waste Holding Tank has been emptied there will be approximately 1 5 litres of waste left in the tank This is normal Add 2 litres of water and a correct dosage of Thetford t...

Page 83: ...t that is subject to wear Depending upon the extent and manner of use the seals will become less effective and will need replacing periodically Cleaning and Maintenance for Optional Features Automatic Ventilation The filter of the Automatic Ventilation needs to be renewed periodically After approximately 4 full weeks of use the filter loses its absorption power Pump Out Waste System To ensure opti...

Page 84: ... put it back and empty it via the waste pump out system Repeat this twice Toilet unit malfunctions Contact your dealer or a Thetford Service Centre We advise draining the fresh water tank prior to travelling Antifreeze should not be required if the motor home is heated If you do wish to use antifreeze brands containing the following properties may be used in the fresh water tank Ethylene glycol Mo...

Page 85: ...pe of the following roof lights The Omivent 12v Rooflight The Omivent is a double glazed roof light constructed from a synthetic ultra violet screened material Its side operating mechanism allows a completely free central opening with built in fixed ventilation when closed It operates as an extractor fan and air intake fan Please note Do not change the direction of the fan unless it has been switc...

Page 86: ...sm Now move the bar backwards against the direction of travel and the rooflight will close all the time holding the bar down Once you reach the end position the hooks will lock the rooflight automatically Release the operating bar and the rooflight will remain closed Fig 3 Fig 2 Fig 1 The flynet and the pleated blind can be operated together or separately To open the rooflight dome both have to be...

Page 87: ... To operate the flyscreen either pull the screen fully down fully up or across dependant on type of window fitted and clip into place on the blind frame ii To release unclip from the blind frame If a cross bar is fitted gently pull the crossbar downwards towards you and allow the tension of the spring to roll up the flyscreen iii Where a crossbar is not fitted disconnect from the blind catch and r...

Page 88: ...ommended that a non abrasive damp cloth is used to clean the taps Shower Mixer Tap TAPS Kitchen tap operation Swivel the tap spout a to the desired position over the sink lift the control lever b to activate the pump and allow water to flow simultaneously To adjust the temperature swivel the lever c to the left or right as shown Bathroom and shower tap operation The bathroom and shower taps are op...

Page 89: ... a 2 position button lock Push the button to lock the door and the button should remain flush with the door Push the button again to release and the button should then protrude from the door surface Other Internal Doors MAGNETIC CATCHES Magnetic catches work on contact with the metal plate on the rear of the door Simply close the door until the magnet engages and holds the metal plate Pulling the ...

Page 90: ...R To open the locker push the handle downwards SLIDING DOORS The room divider should be held in place during transit by the use of the strap with the stud fastening When stationary the room divider can be held shut by contact between a metal plate and magnet ...

Page 91: ...ase note that the centre seat can be extended by the use of the locking mechanism which can be found under this seat Pull the slats forward then turn the locking plate to be in the direction down the caravan see fig 1 in order to secure the front seat in place This will prevent the slats from going back into the front seat and increase the seated area Please ensure you return the locking plate to ...

Page 92: ...travelling Radio CD with MP3 Connectivity Details on how to set up and use the Radio CD will be contained in your document wallet TELECO TV AERIAL Connection to the Amplifier Connect the lead exiting from the pole to the ANT input of the amplifier Connect with the relevant lead the TV connector of the amplifier with the television Connect the amplifier to a 220V power socket or a battery making su...

Page 93: ...e slowly until the image is perfect Instructions for the Reception of Horizontal or Vertical Polarity Signals This antenna can be positioned both horizontally and vertically by simply turning the knob at the bottom of the mast By turning the knob fully left hand the antenna shifts to the horizontal position by turning it right hand the antenna shifts to the vertical position Fig 1 Fig 2 With batte...

Page 94: ...you have any problems undertaking this task please refer to your TV manual Troubleshooting Guide Check aerial radio fuse If there is no power check the 5 amp fuse located within the PDU marked radio is in working order Check TV monitor Check the TV is working correctly by ensuring that the channels tune in correctly in your home If the TV does not pick up the expected number of channels we would r...

Page 95: ...tc Understand digital signals Digital signals have what the industry calls the Cliff effect The Cliff effect is either you have a picture or not within a very small difference of signal strength This happens with both weak and strong signals Troubleshooting guide Checklist Action or X Check aerial fuse Connect aerial and power Check the power is on Tune in TV and choose transmitter Check TV monito...

Page 96: ... panic button on the transmitter for two seconds ii The siren will sound for thirty seconds unless reset by pressing any of the transmitter buttons Emergency Disarm Insert the touch key briefly into the socket The alarm will turn off Silent Arm and Disarm i Press the small button briefly followed by a press on the arm disarm button ii The alarm will arm disarm without chirps Sensors Each caravan a...

Page 97: ...iDC system immediately detects any risk of snaking and automatically and gently applies the caravan brakes The gentle braking pulls the caravan back on track iii iDC makes caravan maintenance easier by detecting slack in the braking system iv In the event of a power failure the iDC fails safe so that it automatically returns to the starting position and the service brake is released and remains fu...

Page 98: ...e specifically designed to meet all the requirements for caravans You must phone Tracker immediately to complete the activation process on 0161 476 4050 We will ask you for your chassis or vin number as part of this process though you need not be near the caravan when you make the call We will then send you an installation certificate along with your device number and emergency contact cards This ...

Page 99: ... the rim Fig 3 5 Lock the Diamond Standard Wheel Lock with the attached key Fig 4 Hints for using the Diamond Standard Wheel Lock To keep the hole of the receiver clean please use the supplied plug when the Diamond Standard Wheel Lock is not mounted Key Card The number of the lock is only recorded on the key card Without this card you will be unable to order any replacement keys Please keep your k...

Page 100: ...ay 10am to 5pm WINDOW ETCHING CHASSIS MARKING Your Touring Caravan Registration Document will include a 17 character VIN Vehicle Identification Number shown in the top right hand corner This 17 character VIN will be die stamped into the caravan chassis with a tamper evident label in the gas locker and a maximum of 10 tamper evident labels placed on the inside of all windows with the exception of o...

Page 101: ...ieves For example A wheel lock will prevent towing of the caravan and removal of the wheel FREE CRIME PREVENTION advice about securing your caravan protecting your valuables property marking either at home or whilst on site can be obtained from the Crime Prevention Officer through your local Police Station ...

Page 102: ...ing with a liquid metal polish i e Brasso may also have the desired effect consult your retailer BEFORE attempting to remove any but the slightest scratch CARE INSTRUCTIONS FOR SEITZ WINDOWS Use soap suds and plenty of water or Seitz special cleaning agents to wash the acrylic window Use talcum powder to care for the rubber seals Only use water and mild soap suds to clean the blinds Please note Do...

Page 103: ...es a week is sufficient If the carpet has a cut pile then an upright vacuum cleaner is better suited to remove soiling and keeping the pile aligned The appearance is better maintained if the carpet is vacuumed leaving the pile in the same direction as it was manufactured Don t forget to vacuum the stairs frequently using the correct attachments for the upright or cylinder vacuum following a direct...

Page 104: ... upholstery as this may damage the pile Avoid detergents which may damage the fabric s protection Use a sponge or a clean white cloth but do not wash or rub the fabric Leave to dry in normal conditions These actions will not affect the Fire Retardent treatment of the fabric Heavy soiling will require professional cleaning All fabrics will fade to some degree if exposed to direct sunlight Dyes from...

Page 105: ...material and cause visible damage WATER SYSTEMS STERILISATION Clean the water system at the start and end of the season with sterilising fluid When cleaning it is advisable to use a sterilising fluid e g Chempro SDP or similar Please note It is recommended that for this operation the filter is removed as the fluid reduces the effectiveness of a new filter i Drain down the system Open all taps to a...

Page 106: ...ptying the waste tank may require additional toilet fluid Use only Thetford toilet fluid to achieve the best results CAUTIONS Never add toilet fluid directly into toilet bowl Do not use strong household detergents or cleaners that contain chlorine solvents or acid contents High Altitude and Hot Weather Use with large temperature differences and changing heights during towing over pressure can star...

Page 107: ...s should be carried out before each journey and at regular intervals during storage Tyre Wear and Damage The legal requirements for tread depth on motor vehicle tyres apply also to caravans Similarly it is not permitted to mix cross ply and radial tyres on the same axle A redundant tyre must be replaced by one of the same size and construction Wheels should be changed round occasionally to equal w...

Page 108: ...s have been screwed in as far as possible by hand each bolt should be tightened gradually in sequence Do not over tighten at this point as the final tightening should be done with a calibrated torque wrench The wheels of the caravan will not rotate during tightening as they are held rigid by the wheel hub brake unit x Raise the corner steadies xi Lower the caravan to the ground xii The wheel bolts...

Page 109: ...part of the warranty conditions Adhere to the relevant operating instructions of the vehicle manufacturer or of the other vehicle component manufacturers Completion of the maintenance work in accordance with the prescribed intervals is essential in order to maintain the operating safety and roadworthiness of the vehicle The correction of any defects found or the replacement of any worn parts shoul...

Page 110: ...r similar so that when the jacks are removed the wheels remain clear of the ground Lower the corner steadies to just site the caravan Cover the tyres to prevent deterioration Release the handbrake xi Security Lowering and locking the corner steadies and removing the wheels will reduce the risk of caravan theft CARAVAN COVERS Caravan covers may be used to protect your new Buccaneer caravan provided...

Page 111: ...11 2 STORAGE ...

Page 112: ...s are covered against water ingress damage for 10 years from the original date of purchase of a new product 6 years for subsequent owners from the 1st owners original date of purchase This applies to water ingress through any permanently sealed seam joints In order to comply with the terms of the above cover the following conditions must be met Reporting a fault In the unlikely event that you expe...

Page 113: ...by any means to or from the place of repair is the responsibility of the owner The Policy is not retrospective and is applicable to 2012 model year caravans onwards No liability will be accepted for any consequential loss damage costs expenses or other claims for compensation arising which were not reasonably foreseeable by both parties when the caravan was originally purchased No liability will b...

Page 114: ...tion of the courts of England For second owners the service in years 3 and 6 must be completed no more than 60 days on or before the anniversary of the original date of purchase NON WARRANTY REPAIRS Should you require any replacement parts for your caravan it is necessary that you contact the Retailer from whom you purchased the caravan or any Buccaneer approved Retailer and give the following inf...

Page 115: ...12 4 WARRANTY ...

Page 116: ... is a constructed timber frame with plywood internal floor and a GRP underskin for added water resistance and insulation laminated together for strength The walls comprise an insulated foam sandwich having one piece GRP sides for ultimate resistance to minor damage and vinyl coated plywood internal finish Wooded framing is positioned within the sandwich to add strength The latest technology is use...

Page 117: ...13 2 CARAVAN CONSTRUCTION ...

Page 118: ...E 2 GRILL THETFORD ASPIRE 2 COOKER THETFORD ASPIRE 2 REFRIGERATOR DOMETIC RMS8551 SINGLE RMSL8501 TWIN MICROWAVE DAEWOO TAPS CARAFAX MIXER TAP L240 L120 TOILET THETFORD C260S ELECTRICAL CONTROL PANEL CBE WATER FILTER PUMP WHALE IC SYSTEM WITH HIGH FLOW PUMP 12V READING DOWN LIGHTS BCA EYEBALL LED LIGHTS RECESSED LED BCA LED RECESSED ...

Page 119: ...14 2 EQUIPMENT LIST ...

Page 120: ...15 1 ELECTRICAL DRAWINGS WIRING DIAGRAM BUCCANEER ...

Page 121: ...15 2 ELECTRICAL DRAWINGS ROAD LIGHTS BUCCANEER ...

Page 122: ...ravan Club They should be able to give some indication of market value Q How Can I Avoid Excessive Caravan Snaking When I Tow And What Should I Do If It Starts A Buccaneer has extensively tested our caravans and we are confident of their stability However many other factors can influence your towing unit When loading your caravan put heavy items low down and mainly over the axle s You should not s...

Page 123: ...lso accept services completed by a NCC approved service centre but they will not be able to undertake warranty work if they are not approved by Buccaneer Q Why Don t You Stock Parts At Buccaneer A Due to the volume of models we produce it is not possible for us to maintain stock levels of every individual component used in our manufacturing process We do stock commonly requested items but some ite...

Page 124: ...ble A thin steel cable linking the caravan handbrake to the vehicles tow bar In the event of the caravan becoming detached from the car the cable will pull the caravan handbrake on before snapping Bunk Bed This is a sleeping place usually higher up than a conventional bed Often but not always this can be folded or removed to provide additional living space Butane Is a form of Liquefied Petroleum G...

Page 125: ...ndividual provision for fresh water supply and waste water disposal in addition to mains electricity and in some cases TV aerial connection Gas Cylinder This is a portable pressurised container for the storage of LPG Gas Cylinder Locker Is the compartment on the caravan for the storage of gas cylinders Gas Drop out Holes These are not part of the ventilation LPG is heavier than air so holes throug...

Page 126: ... campsite facility where you can plug into a mains electricity supply Maximum Hitch Height The maximum height at which the hitch should be connected to a towing vehicle Maximum Permissible Towing Weight This is the maximum weight that the towing vehicle is allowed to tow Maximum User Payload This is the maximum payload available for the user MIRO Mass In Running Order Weight of the caravan equippe...

Page 127: ...hich can act as a trap for germs and smells Single Axle This is a caravan with a single pair of wheels on one axle See also twin axle Slats Sometimes used for beds and can improve ventilation to mattress cushions Space Heater This is a type of heating equipment for the living quarters Modern units fitted offer gas and mains operation Speed Rating This is the maximum speed at which a tyre may be us...

Page 128: ...ification number for a vehicle All Cars and motor caravans should carry a VIN Caravans are not obliged to but most of those sold in recent years in the UK do as a result of the CRiS voluntary registration scheme Warranty Is the terms and conditions that spell out your rights with regard to servicing repair or replacement of parts as provided by the manufacturer Wild Camping Term used for staying o...

Page 129: ...17 6 GLOSSARY ...

Page 130: ...ith the requirements in this handbook your warranty will be invalidated however this will not affect your legal or statutory rights as a customer Elddis will not pay any unapproved Service Centre for the undertaking of any warranty work Minimum service requirements The service must be undertaken by suitably qualified personnel A full damp test check should be undertaken and damp readings recorded ...

Page 131: ...ery if fitted check condition of the battery its compartment Leisure Battery if fitted check condition top up fluid if required and check the charge condition Interior lighting equipment check operation and fuse rating Awning light check operation Wiring earths check for defects on all ELV circuits Visual LV inlet plug extension lead check condition resistance across pins Earth Bonding visual insp...

Page 132: ...ter Tanks if fitted check security of all water tanks including underslung tanks Toilet check security operation of flush pump and free from obstructions Drain down the system when checks are complete WATER SYSTEM Item Condition Rooflights check all are free from obstructions cracks and have a free air flow Floor vents remove protective cover and check they are clear from obstruction then refit co...

Page 133: ...d SERVICE DATE RETAILERS STAMP I We certify that an annual service has been carried out in accordance with the manufacturers and NCC recommendations 4th SERVICE DATE RETAILERS STAMP I We certify that an annual service has been carried out in accordance with the manufacturers and NCC recommendations ANNUAL SERVICE RECORD MODEL VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER YEAR Item Condition Doors and windows chec...

Page 134: ...ertify that an annual service has been carried out in accordance with the manufacturers and NCC recommendations 6th SERVICE DATE RETAILERS STAMP I We certify that an annual service has been carried out in accordance with the manufacturers and NCC recommendations 8th SERVICE DATE RETAILERS STAMP I We certify that an annual service has been carried out in accordance with the manufacturers and NCC re...

Page 135: ...certify that an annual service has been carried out in accordance with the manufacturers and NCC recommendations 14th SERVICE DATE RETAILERS STAMP I We certify that an annual service has been carried out in accordance with the manufacturers and NCC recommendations 16th SERVICE DATE RETAILERS STAMP I We certify that an annual service has been carried out in accordance with the manufacturers and NCC...

Page 136: ...be made within the first three months of any change of legal ownership in order for the warranty cover to remain valid Buccaneer Customer Care Delves lane Consett County Durham DH8 7PE www elddis co uk This form is also available for you to print from our web site NOTIFICATION OF CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP Previous owner details if known Name Address Post code Email New owner details Name Address Post co...

Page 137: ...19 2 CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP ...

Page 138: ... section Alternatively please complete the attached form and post to us Buccaneer Customer Care Delves Lane Consett County Durham DH8 7PE www elddis co uk NOTIFICATION OF CHANGE TO NAME AND ADDRESS Previous details Name Address Post code Email New details Name Address Post code Daytime telephone number Date of purchase Email Details of your Caravan Range Model Vehicle identification number 17 digi...

Page 139: ...20 2 CHANGE OF ADDRESS ...

Page 140: ...ield S3 9QX Tel 0114 273 8157 Fax 0114 5753094 email infogb thetford eu Alde International UK Ltd Wet central heating supplier Huxley Close Park Farm South Wellingborough Northants NN8 6AB Tel 01933 677765 Fax 01933 674975 email info alde co uk Dometic UK Ltd Fridge Supplier Dometic House The Brewery Blandford St Mary Dorset DT11 9LS Tel 0844 626 0133 email technical dometic co uk Whale Ltd Munste...

Page 141: ...21 2 USEFUL ADDRESSES ...

Page 142: ...rrier 10 6 Chassis Spare Parts 10 8 Cleaning of all Taps 10 3 Cooking Equipment 10 2 Exterior Cleaning 10 1 Furniture 10 1 Interior Walls 10 1 Lubrication 10 7 INDEX Seitz Windows 10 1 Shower Trays Shower Room and Wash Basin Fittings 10 3 Thetford Toilet 10 5 Tyres 10 6 Water Containers 10 4 Water Systems Sterilisation 10 4 Window Blinds Flyscreens 10 1 Care of your caravan Changing a Wheel 10 6 C...

Page 143: ...ing 5 1 Power Drain 11 1 Pre Tow Checklist 3 2 R Radio CD with MP3 8 41 RCD 7 2 Refrigerator RM8551 8 7 Reversing 4 1 Road Lights Buccaneer 15 2 Rooflight 8 34 S Safety general 2 1 Satellite Dish 8 41 Seating wrap round 8 40 Security Additional Security 9 4 Caravan Theft 9 1 Electronic Tagging 9 3 Service Documents 18 1 Setting Off 4 1 Site Regulations 5 1 Speed Limits 4 1 Stabiliser Hitch Head Op...

Page 144: ...22 3 INDEX W Water System 6 7 Whale IC System with High Flow Pump 6 7 Wheel Changing 10 6 Windows 8 36 Wiring Diagrams Buccaneer 15 1 ...

Page 145: ...22 4 INDEX Designed and Printed by Preset Graphics Ltd Tel 01332 549278 MY2016 Ref 21434 ...

Page 146: ...o give a general idea of the caravan Changing market and supply situations may prevent the manufacturer from maintaining the exact specifications and details in this handbook and we therefore reserve the right to alter specifications and materials as conditions demand Retailers are independent of the manufacturer and have absolutely no authority to bind the manufacturer by any express or implied u...

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