elddis 2016 Buccaneer, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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CARAVAN CONSTRUCTION
CARAVAN CONSTRUCTION -
MAIN COMPONENTS
The following is a brief description of the
main components used in your caravan.
More comprehensive descriptions can be
found in the equipment manufacturers
literature held in the Owner’s Information
Pack.
BPW CHASSIS
BPW are one of the largest producers of
caravan chassis in Europe. The chassis is
galvanised special steel fitted with neidhart
axles and suspension system. Buccaneer
utilises the new BPW V-TEC Chassis
System.
Please note: Holes must not be drilled into
the chassis. When purchasing a stabiliser,
consult your retailer who will advise on the
correct type to fit.
BRAKING SYSTEM
The Braking System comprises a rod
operated overrunning device with expander
mechanism and adjuster box. An automatic
reversing system with a spring loaded
reverse lever is attached to the adjuster box.
The system also incorporates a link device,
which gives added safety to the handbrake
operation when parking on a reverse slope or
steep hill. Brake adjustment instructions are
given in the maintenance section of this
guide.
SOLID CONSTRUCTION BODY SHELL
Buccaneer Caravan Bodies are constructed
from the highest quality materials. The fully
insulated floor 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 used to
produce the extremely well insulated and
robust, yet lightweight sections.
WINDOWS
Windows are all of a double glazed acrylic
construction and the door frames are
extruded aluminium.
INSULATION
Buccaneer caravans are built to comply with
grade 3 thermals insulation in accordance
with the European Standard BSEN 1645 part
1. This states that an average temperature
difference of at least 20ºC between the inside
and outside temperatures should be
achieved when the outside temperature is
0ºC.
FRONT PANEL AND GAS BOTTLE
LOCKER DOOR
The front panel is constructed from glass
reinforced plastic whereas the gas locker
door is constructed from moulded acrylic for
strength and lightness.
AWNING CHANNEL
Each caravan is fitted, as standard, with an
awning channel as an integral part of the
near- and/or off-side aluminium roof and
body side moulding. If it is found necessary
to fit additional attachments, care must be
taken to ensure that any holes which are
drilled in the outside of the body are correctly
sealed.