elddis Affinity 2013, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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GENERAL SAFETY
GENERAL SAFETY
Please read before using your new caravan.
In order for you to get the most out of your new
Elddis caravan it is necessary for you to be aware
of the following:
(i) Do not obstruct ventilators and clean
them regularly, it is advisable to clean and
check all the ventilators annually for
blockages and where necessary rectify any
blockages found.
(ii) Inspect the high pressure flexible gas hose
(available from your retailer) regularly for
deterioration and renew as necessary, with
approved type, in any case no later than
the expiry date stated on the hose.
(iii) Ensure the gas supply and all appliances
are turned off before towing your caravan.
(iv) If your caravan has been fitted with a gas
BBQ it must be only used for its intended
purpose.
(v) Never use portable cooking or heating
equipment inside your caravan. Do not use
your fitted cooking equipment as heating
at any time.
(vi) Never allow modification to your gas or
electrical system unless qualified persons
carry them out. All modification to the gas
system should be carried out by a Gas
Safe Register™I approved gas fitter. Any
modifications carried out on the electrical
system should be carried out by an
electrician on the roll of the NICEIC or be
a member of the ECA.
(vii) In the interest of safety, replacement parts
for an appliance shall conform to the
appliance manufacturer’s specifications and
should be fitted by them or an authorised
agent.
(viii) 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 your caravan
usually found on the inside of the
wardrobe door.
(ix) Never exceed your caravans Maximum
Technical Permissible Laden Mass. (see
Caravan Towing Vehicle Weight Ratio)
(x) The laden nose weight for your caravan
should not exceed the lower of the
following:
• Towing vehicles maximum nose weight
• Tow bar maximum nose weight
• The caravan’s maximum nose weight.
(xi) Ensure heavy and large items are secured
before towing your new caravan to reduce
the risk of damage being caused while the
caravan is in motion.
(xii) When your caravan is connected to your
towing vehicle it should be level or slightly
nose down. An excessive nose down angle
or a nose up angle could lead to instability
when towing.
(xiii) When your caravan is loaded to its
MTPLM and the weight distributed in
accordance with the handbook, your
caravan is designed to be towed at a
maximum speed of 130kmh/80mph.
However, your attention is drawn to the
fact that in the UK the maximum speed
allowed for towing a caravan is 100kmh/
60mph.
(xiv) It is illegal to tow your caravan whilst
it is occupied.
(xv) If your caravan is fitted with a lift up bunk
it is designed for a maximum weight of 11
stone and is not suitable for children
under 3 years old without supervision.
(xvi) Do not leave children under 14 years of
age unattended in your caravan.
IMPORTANT
Your attention is drawn to the notice
affixed in the caravan’s wardrobe advising
on fire prevention, ventilation and what to
do in case of fire.