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CONTENTS

WELCOME AND INTRODUCTION ........ 1-1

Model Year .............................................. 1-1
Buccaneer Technical Approvals .............. 1-1

GENERAL SAFETY ............................... 2-1

Please read before using your
new caravan. ........................................... 2-1
Ventilation ............................................... 2-2
High-Level Ventilation ............................. 2-2
Low-Level Ventilation .............................. 2-2
Ventilation in Separate Bedrooms ........... 2-2
Gas Dispersal Holes ............................... 2-2
Petrol/Diesel Fumes ................................ 2-2
Fire Safety ............................................... 2-2
Fire Extinguishers ................................... 2-2
In Case Of Fire ........................................ 2-2
Fire Retardant Foams ............................. 2-2
Your Caravan Payload Explained ........... 2-3

PREPARING FOR THE ROAD ............... 3-1

Caravan Towing Vehicle Weight Ratio .... 3-1
Loading ................................................... 3-1
Internal Loading & Checks ...................... 3-1
External Loading & Checks ..................... 3-1
Pre-Tow Checklist & Hitch-Up ................. 3-2
Winterhoff Stabiliser - Hitch Head
Operation ................................................ 3-2
Activating the stabiliser ........................... 3-2
Checking the stabiliser ............................ 3-2
Uncoupling .............................................. 3-3
Use of  Your Caravans Breakaway Cable 3-3
Handbrake .............................................. 3-5
Cables ..................................................... 3-5

TOWING AND DRIVING ......................... 4-1

Reversing ................................................ 4-1
Speed Limits ........................................... 4-1
Setting Off ............................................... 4-1
Caravan Handling ................................... 4-1

ARRIVING ON SITE ............................... 5-1

Check Site Regulations ........................... 5-1
Selecting a Pitch ..................................... 5-1
Side-To-Side Levelling ............................ 5-1
Leveller Jack ........................................... 5-1
Ramp ...................................................... 5-1
Front & Back Levelling ............................ 5-1
Parking on a Reverse-Sloping Site
or Steep Hill ............................................ 5-2

GETTING STARTED .............................. 6-1

Electricity ................................................. 6-1
Power Supply Charger ............................ 6-1

12v Systems: .......................................... 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 ............................................. 6-3
Connection .............................................. 6-3
Changing a Gas Cylinder ........................ 6-4
Gas Regulator ......................................... 6-4
High Pressure Gas Hoses ...................... 6-4
Water System .......................................... 6-5
Water system control panel ..................... 6-5
How to Use Your Aquasource ................. 6-6
Connection to your water inlet ................ 6-6
Draining Down Your Water System ......... 6-6

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM .......................... 7-1

12v Power Supply ................................... 7-1
Battery Installation .................................. 7-1
Battery Maintenance ............................... 7-1
Generators / Charger .............................. 7-1
230v Power Supply ................................. 7-1
Mains Unit ............................................... 7-1
Resetting the RCD .................................. 7-1
Automatic Charging System ................... 7-2
Maximum Bulb Ratings for Internal Lights 7-2

HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S
EQUIPMENT ........................................... 8-1

Cooking equipment ................................. 8-3
Gas Hob .................................................. 8-3
Gas Grill .................................................. 8-4
Gas Oven ................................................ 8-4
Refrigerator (RM8551) ............................ 8-5
Operation ................................................ 8-5
The control panel in standby mode ......... 8-8
From standby mode to setting menu ...... 8-8
Set the required temperature .................. 8-9
Extra warm water .................................... 8-9
Heating with electricity ............................ 8-9
Heating with gas ................................... 8-10
Unlocking the tool menu ....................... 8-10
Microwave .............................................. 8-11
Battery Charger ...................................... 8-11

MY2014/Buccaneer

Summary of Contents for Buccaneer 2014

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: ...l 5 2 GETTING STARTED 6 1 Electricity 6 1 Power Supply Charger 6 1 12v Systems 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 3 Connection 6...

Page 3: ...er Locker 8 27 Satellite Dish Optional 8 27 TV Avtex LCD Flat Screen TV 8 27 Radio CD with MP3 Connectivity 8 27 Avtex Aerial 8 27 Protect Autowatch Alarm System 8 28 BPW Intelligent Drive Control iDc System 8 29 SECURITY 9 1 Caravan Theft 9 1 Tracker 9 1 Diamond Standard Wheel Lock 9 2 How to fit your Diamond Standard Wheel Lock 9 2 Hints for using the Diamond Standard Wheel Lock 9 2 Key Card 9 2...

Page 4: ...3 1 Windows 13 1 Insulation 13 1 Front Panel and Gas Bottle Locker Door13 1 Awning Channel 13 1 EQUIPMENT LIST 14 1 Buccaneer 14 1 ELECTRICAL DRAWINGS 15 1 13 Pin Plug Wiring Diagram 15 1 Wiring Diagram Buccaneer 15 2 Road Lights Buccaneer 15 3 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 INDEX ...

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

Page 6: ...st quality and reliability all touring caravan designs and new developments are rigorously tested Therefore Buccaneer will accept no liability or uphold the warranty if the caravan is altered 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 S...

Page 7: ...1 2 INTRODUCTION fully comply with all relevant regulations and standards Buccaneer has also obtained ISO9001 2008 accreditation and this is audited by SGS UK Limited ...

Page 8: ...as system viii In 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 occupie...

Page 9: ...ilation is required and is provided via a roof skylight at high level and a ventilator at low level within a bed box or under the fixed bed Gas Dispersal Holes All appliances and gas taps have a gas dispersal hole nearby It is essential that these are 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 ca...

Page 10: ...d PEP This is calculated by the following formula 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 O...

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

Page 12: ...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 is ad...

Page 13: ...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 WINTERHOFF STABILISER HITCH HEAD OPERATION Coupling The opened ball coupling ...

Page 14: ...on in the unlikely event of the separation of the main coupling while in motion It s also a legal requirement to use the breakaway cable whenever it s provided The purpose of the breakaway cable is to Fig 3 3 apply the caravan s brakes if it becomes separated from its towing vehicle The cable assembly is designed to part allowing the caravan to come to a halt away from the towing vehicle Construct...

Page 15: ...s e g a stabiliser bumper shield cycle carrier etc ii That there must be sufficient slack in the cable to allow the towing vehicle and caravan to fully articulate without the cable ever becoming taut and applying the brakes iii That it is not so slack that it can drag on the ground Leave it too loose and the cable may scrape along the ground and be weakened so that it fails before doing its job BE...

Page 16: ...or 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...

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

Page 18: ...mit 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 hav...

Page 19: ...4 2 TOWING AND DRIVING ...

Page 20: ...l up the ramp and the other should indicate when the spirit level bubble is in the middle Whichever method you use and once level i Apply the caravan handbrake and chock the caravan wheel if necessary ii Lower the jockey wheel to ground level before unhitching See index uncoupling iii If necessary use a load spreader such as a big foot or alternative suitable device You should then park your car u...

Page 21: ...operator need only apply the handbrake with one hand while gently but purposely inching the caravan a small distance backwards with the other CAUTION Never enter the caravan without first lowering the four corner steadies with the brace provided Corner steadies should not be used as a jack Take care not to lift the caravan wheels ...

Page 22: ...our 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 earthed Ne...

Page 23: ...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 24: ...ting hose must not exceed 750mm It is recommended that no flammable material is stored or placed within 300mm of any open flame You are advised not to use any additional gas appliances outside your caravan Please ensure that you have read the operating instructions for each gas appliance contained in your Owners Information Pack Please ensure that any gas hose left unconnected is protected from di...

Page 25: ... the regulator This access point is only for carrying out gas pressure tests and should not be used for any other purpose CAUTION It is strongly recommended that only Gas Safe Register approved gas fitters carry out any work on your caravan gas installation High Pressure Gas Hoses You should only connect to this regulator using a length of approved high pressure hose not exceeding 450mm from the g...

Page 26: ...ion Then connect your external water container to the water inlet using the connection hose supplied Then place the master pump switch to the ON position and the pump will run and start to fill the water tank from the external water container supply When the tank is full the float switch fitted in the tank will switch off the pump Note This function is only for filling the onboard water tank Using...

Page 27: ...n Your Water System i It is essential that you drain down your caravan water system when it is not in use This is most important during winter months to protect against frost damage ii Disconnect the water pump and switch off power supply iii Remove the water heater fuse from the switch spur and store in a safe place iv Open the safety drain valve on the water heater located next to the water heat...

Page 28: ...condition obtained as prescribed in British Standard BS7671 230v POWER SUPPLY Mains Unit The Mains Unit replaces the conventional fuse box Similar but larger ones are often fitted in new houses The unit normally located in the wardrobe gives overloads and earth leakage protection for the 230V electrical supply in your caravan For normal operation all switches on the unit need to be in the ON posit...

Page 29: ...ot operate when the caravan is connected to the towing vehicle CHECK all caravan equipment is set up to accept the site supply before actually switching on MAXIMUM BULB RATINGS FOR INTERNAL LIGHTS Type of Light Maximum Bulb Rating Front locker light 20 watts Downlighters 1 2 watts Reading lights 1 2 watts Floor LED 0 36 watts Under locker strip lights 300mm 1 2 watts Under locker strip lights 600m...

Page 30: ...7 3 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MAINS UNIT MAINS UNIT MAINS UNIT MAINS UNIT MAINS UNIT ...

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Page 32: ...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 33: ...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 depressed the available battery voltage ...

Page 34: ... oven as a space heater vi When you are cooking it is essential to provide additional ventilation such as opening windows near grill cooker and oven Hob Burner control knobs Gas Hob i Turn the individual control knob for the burner you wish to light ii The depressing of the control knob overrides the flame failure device fitted to the burner Light the burner using a safety gas lighter If the burne...

Page 35: ... for 5 to 10 seconds to ensure the flame failure device is heated up enough to operate Oven control knob Gas Grill i Turn the grill control knob to the high flame position and with the knob depressed light the burner using a gas safety lighter If the grill does not light within 20 seconds then turn off the grill control knob for at least 30 seconds before trying again ii Once the grill lights it w...

Page 36: ...allow 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 ar...

Page 37: ...on Select Gas by pressing button 3 Set temperature step by pressing button 6 RM8551 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 activat...

Page 38: ... 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 39: ...and activated F 230 volts 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...

Page 40: ...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 41: ...nder the tool menu you can access the other functions of the control panel 1 The control panel in setting menu Press the unlock symbol 2 The control panel in unlocking menu Press on 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...

Page 42: ...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 alarm is equipped with a flashing red indicator light The light is located under the te...

Page 43: ...e fire department Maintenance Battery Replacement Note Replacement batteries are available where you purchased your alarm The 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 ...

Page 44: ...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 45: ...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 46: ...ng you from injury and the toilet from damage The CT3050 cassette toilet consists of a fixed toilet and a removable waste holding mobile cassette tank The cassette can be accessed from the outside through a door Description of parts 1 Removable cover and seat 2 Toilet bowl 3 Emptying blade for the toilet bowl 4 Fresh water tank capacity depends on the model 5 Level indicator flush control panel 6 ...

Page 47: ...his cleaning every month for frequest usage Dismantling the cassette seal Remove the cassette tank and place it on a solid surface Dismantle the entire blade as illustrated in the following five steps A seal can now be removed cleaned or replaced Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Preparing cassette tank Before you use the toilet for the first time 1 Open the service door 2 Unlock the cassette tan...

Page 48: ...that the tank can be smoothly inserted Do not use force 7 The cassette tank locks shut automatically when inserted But check that the cassette tank is firmly attached 8 Close and lock the service door Filling fresh water tank Fill the fresh water tank via the filling piece on the outside of the vehicle fig 6 The quantity depends on the tank used on board tank or integrated toilet tank option Contr...

Page 49: ...at it can be used only a couple of times 1 Remove the cassette tank see fig 1 2 Carry or wheel the holding tank to the nearest authorised waste disposal point 3 The cassette tank is provided with wheels and a pull out handle To unlock the handle push in the button in middle of the handle Pull out the handle until it stops 4 To bring the handle back into its original position press the handle s unl...

Page 50: ...suitable tool and pull it out of the tank case or the wall fig 14 The fuse automotive fuse 7 5A is located on the bottom side of the control panel Winter use You can continue to use the cassette also in winter as long as the toilet and the cassette are situated in a frost protected location If this is not the case empty the fresh water tank the cassette tank and the water pipes of fresh water supp...

Page 51: ... to operate the left hand lights The Heki 4 has a built in rain sensor which will automatically close the roof light when it senses rain 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 ext...

Page 52: ... USE YOUR CARAVAN S EQUIPMENT Midi Heki Rooflight i To open push the large central button Fig 2 ii Whilst depressed slide the bar to the desired position and locate into the stops provided Fig 3 Fig 1 Fig 2 Fig 3 ...

Page 53: ...ch is set to the centre position on the backing plate in this position it may be possible for rain to enter the caravan in adverse conditions Seitz Window Opening i In order to open the Seitz window you must depress the button on the catch before moving the catch Failure to do so will lead to the catch breaking ii Seitz windows will automatically stay open once open due to the built in ratchet wit...

Page 54: ...ded that blinds are not in the closed position whilst the caravan is moving 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 Kitchen tap Bathroom and shower tap operation The bathroom and shower taps a...

Page 55: ...not catch the door and push it open beyond the vertical position INTERNAL DOORS Toilet Shower Room Doors Toilet shower room doors are fitted with a lever lock which is operated by pushing the lever down The lever is spring loaded and will return to the closed position upon release It is recommend that the lever is always used when closing the door OTHER INTERNAL DOORS Other internal doors such as ...

Page 56: ... HINGES Overhead lockers will use sprung hinges These are suitably strong enough when closed to securely retain the door and prevent it from opening in transit Pulling the handle towards you with moderate force is sufficient to open the locker door and hold it in the open position SLIDING DOORS The room divider should be held in place during transit by the use of the strap with the stud fastening ...

Page 57: ...purchased the wrap round seating option for your new caravan please 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 increas...

Page 58: ...o position then feed the straps though the thumb locks holding the strap taut push the thumb lock so that is closes on the strap SATELLITE DISH OPTIONAL Operation If you ordered your new Buccaneer caravan with the optional self seeking satellite dish then the full users instructions will be provided within the document wallet provided with the caravan Note Always ensure your dish is in the fully r...

Page 59: ...gain for 30 seconds iv LED off Panic Alarm i Press and hold the small 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 butt...

Page 60: ...s of the iDC system continually measure the lateral accelerations of the caravans axle s ii The 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...

Page 61: ...8 30 HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN S EQUIPMENT ...

Page 62: ...cure all windows and doors when your caravan is unoccupied even if only for a short length of time Tracker Your caravan is fitted with TRACKER Your dealer will already have registered the caravan with TRACKER and confirmation sent to you via email If it has not been registered you can easily do it yourself Open the TRACKER registration portal www tracker co uk elddis Enter TRACKER VLU and Caravan ...

Page 63: ... 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 64: ...ormation wallet Select Add Another Serial Number if you have multiple units to activate Note You will need the ST No and Password whenever you contact the Bureau Please keep this information confidential Enter the Activation Code thfc82 Read the Terms and Conditions and tick the box at the bottom to confirm agreement o Click on Step 2 Confirm Details Review your information ensuring everything is ...

Page 65: ...k for Movement OFF Log in access is a facility not a feature so contact the Sure Track Bureau via bureau sure track co uk to get your web log in and security details You will then be able to view unit historical positions Please note the accuracy of positioning is only as good as the strength of the Mobile Phone Mast signal and is intended as an aid to the Finder Battery low alarm The battery is s...

Page 66: ...U11 9SF Tel 0203 282 1000 www cris co uk Opening Hours Monday Friday 8am to 8pm Saturday 9am to 5pm Sunday 10am to 5pm WINDOW ETCHING CHASSIS MARKING The VIN number is stamped onto the chassis of the touring caravan and etched onto all of the windows acting as a further deterrent Your Touring Caravan Registration Document will include a 17 character VIN Vehicle Identification Number shown in the t...

Page 67: ...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 68: ...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 69: ...ontainers should be thoroughly cleansed and washed down to remove any dirt dust or other contaminant Water at a suitably hot temperature containing an appropriate detergent is recommended for this purpose Water should then be put into the container swirled round then emptied out iii All containers should then be totally filled with water containing an appropriate disinfectant sterilising solution ...

Page 70: ...ean drinking water until no traces of disinfectant sterilising solution can be detected at any tap vii After sterilising the system at the start of the season it is recommended that a new Ultraflow filter cartridge should be fitted Please note Suitable sterilising chemicals are available from your Buccaneer Retailer accessory shop chemists or home brew shops It is not however recommended to use bl...

Page 71: ...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 72: ... dry including bolt nut seats Please note Always Use the Correct Bolts to Secure the Wheel Check with the dealer if unsure Please note A corner steady brace is not to be used for the next step viii Insert the wheels bolts ix After the bolts 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 s...

Page 73: ...ad is recommended Place the jack plate under the axle tube as near as possible to the main longitudinal member The maximum mass which the jockey wheel and its clamping mechanism are capable of withstanding is 150kgs LUBRICATION Lubricate the Jockey Wheel Lightly oil the wheel axle and screw thread Lubricate the Brake Linkage Lightly oil all moving parts Lubricate the Corner Steadies Lightly oil th...

Page 74: ...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 75: ...10 8 CARE OF YOUR CARAVAN ...

Page 76: ...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 77: ...11 2 STORAGE ...

Page 78: ...rs 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 experience a problem with your caravan please contact you...

Page 79: ...pective 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 be accepted for damage caused by fair wear and tear rodent damage willful damage negligence or abnormal ...

Page 80: ...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 81: ...12 4 WARRANTY ...

Page 82: ...ber 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 extr...

Page 83: ...13 2 CARAVAN CONSTRUCTION ...

Page 84: ... SPINFLO ARGENT DUAL FUEL 3 BURNER WITH 1 ELECTRIC HOT PLATE TAPS KITCHEN WHALE SINGLE LEVER GOOSE NECK DOMESTIC MIXER SHOWER EQUIPMENT WHALE MIXER TAPS VANITY WHALE SINGLE LEVER GOOSE NECK MIXER WATER FILTER PUMP WHALE IC SYSTEM WITH ON BOARD WATER TANK LIGHTS READING DOWN LIGHTS BCA SOA LED READING LIGHT LIGHTS WALL SARGENT LED CORNER LIGHT LIGHTS RECESSED LED BCA LED RECESSED CONTROL PANELS CBE...

Page 85: ...14 2 EQUIPMENT LIST ...

Page 86: ...15 1 ELECTRICAL DRAWINGS ELECTRICAL DRAWINGS 13 PIN PLUG WIRING DIAGRAM ...

Page 87: ...15 2 ELECTRICAL DRAWINGS WIRING DIAGRAM BUCCANEER ...

Page 88: ...15 3 ELECTRICAL DRAWINGS ROAD LIGHTS BUCCANEER ...

Page 89: ...15 4 ELECTRICAL DRAWINGS ...

Page 90: ...ould be distributed evenly around your caravan front and back and each side of the centre line Should snaking start if at all possible don t brake and don t compensate by steering into the swings Just ease up on the accelerator and allow your speed to gradually decrease until the snaking subsides Q What Is The Correct Awning Size For My Caravan A Ground to ground awning measurements for Buccaneer ...

Page 91: ...le for us to maintain stock levels of every individual component used in our manufacturing process We do stock commonly requested items but some items must be made to order Q I Am Having Trouble Booking My Caravan For Its Service In Line With The Requirements What Timescale Is Acceptable A Please refer to the warranty section for the terms and conditions of servicing We would recommend that you pl...

Page 92: ...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 93: ...r outside Full Service Pitch This is a pitch which has individual 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...

Page 94: ...eed L shaped Mains Hook Up This is a 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...

Page 95: ...ms 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 used as marked on its sidewall S...

Page 96: ... 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 overnight away from a campsite ...

Page 97: ...17 6 GLOSSARY ...

Page 98: ... Wheeled nuts 6 Towing hitch and reverse 7 Jockey wheel 8 Breakaway chain 9 Corner steadies 10 Adjusted and lubricated 11 Fully operational SECTION B EXTERIOR 1 Exterior panels 2 Windows 3 Rooflights 4 Entrance door Door locks 5 Wheel boxes 6 Mouldings 7 Gas bottle and fairing 8 Ventilators 9 Paintwork 10 All seals mouldings etc 11 Damp test 12 Striping etc SECTION C INTERIOR 1 Wall panels 2 Furni...

Page 99: ...ify that an annual service has been carried out in accordance with the manufacturers and NCC recommendations 2nd SERVICE DATE RETAILERS STAMP I We certify that an annual service has been carried out in accordance with the manufacturers and NCC recommendations 3rd SERVICE DATE RETAILERS STAMP I We certify that an annual service has been carried out in accordance with the manufacturers and NCC recom...

Page 100: ...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 101: ...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 102: ...neer Transfer of ownership must 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 ow...

Page 103: ...19 2 CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP ...

Page 104: ... 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 105: ...20 2 CHANGE OF ADDRESS ...

Page 106: ...Mounted Spare Wheel Carrier 10 4 Chassis Spare Parts 10 7 Cleaning of all Taps 10 2 Cooking Equipment 10 2 Exterior Cleaning 10 1 INDEX Furniture 10 1 Interior Walls 10 1 Jacking 10 6 Lubrication 10 6 Seitz Windows 10 1 Shower Trays Shower Room and Wash Basin Fittings 10 2 Thetford Toilet 10 3 Tyres 10 4 Water Containers 10 2 Water Systems Sterilisation 10 3 Window Blinds Flyscreens 10 1 Care of y...

Page 107: ...Pitch selecting 5 1 Power Drain 11 1 Pre Tow Checklist 3 2 R Radio CD with MP3 8 27 Ramp 5 1 RCD 7 1 Refrigerator RM8551 8 5 Reversing 4 1 Road Lights Buccaneer 15 3 Rooflight 8 20 S Safety general 2 1 Satellite Dish 8 27 Seating wrap round 8 26 Security Additional Security 9 5 Caravan Theft 9 1 CRIS 9 5 Electronic Tagging 9 5 Service Documents 18 1 Setting Off 4 1 Site Regulations 5 1 Speed Limit...

Page 108: ...21 3 INDEX V Ventilation 2 2 W Water System 6 5 Connection 6 6 Draining 6 6 Wheel Changing 10 4 Windows 8 22 Wiring Diagrams Buccaneer 15 2 ...

Page 109: ...21 4 INDEX Designed and Printed by Preset Graphics Ltd Tel 01332 549278 MY2014 Ref 21324 ...

Page 110: ...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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