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INDEX

A

Aerial

Avtex ..................................... 8-31

B

Battery Charger ........................ 8-13
Battery Installation ...................... 7-1
Battery Maintenance .................. 7-1
Blinds ....................................... 8-24
BPW Intelligent Drive Control ... 8-31
Breakaway Cable, use of ........... 3-2
Bulb Ratings ............................... 7-2

C

Cables, checking ........................ 3-4
Caravan Construction -

Main Components ............. 13-1

Awning Channel ................... 13-1
BPW Chassis ........................ 13-1
Braking System .................... 13-1
Front Panel and Gas Bottle

Locker Door ...................... 13-1

Solid Construction Body

Shell .................................. 13-1

Windows ............................... 13-1

Caravan Handling ...................... 4-1
Care of your Caravan ............... 10-1

Acrylic Windows ................... 10-1
Carpets, Upholstery and

Curtains ............................. 10-2

Chassis Maintenance ........... 10-8
Chassis Mounted Spare

Wheel Carrier .................... 10-5

Chassis Spare Parts ............. 10-8
Cleaning of all Taps .............. 10-2
Cooking Equipment .............. 10-2
Exterior Cleaning .................. 10-1
Furniture ............................... 10-2
Interior Walls ......................... 10-1
Jacking ................................. 10-7

Lubrication ............................ 10-7
Shower Trays, Shower Room

and Wash Basin Fittings ... 10-2

Tyres ..................................... 10-5
Water Containers .................. 10-2
Window Blinds & Flyscreens 10-1

Charging System ........................ 7-2
Code of Practice

Remedial Work ..................... 12-3

Covers ...................................... 11-1

D

Doors ........................................ 8-26

E

Electrical Control Panels ............ 8-1
Electrical System ........................ 7-1
Electricity .................................... 6-1

12v Systems ........................... 6-1
Connecting To Mains Supply .. 6-1
Disconnecting Mains Supply .. 6-2
Generator/Charger ................. 6-1
Mains Supply .......................... 6-1
Overseas Electrical

Connection .......................... 6-2

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

Entertainment System .............. 8-31

F

Fire Safety .................................. 2-2

G

Gas

Connection ............................. 6-4
Hoses ..................................... 6-4
Regulator ................................ 6-4

Gas Safety Advice ...................... 6-3
Generators / Charger ................. 7-1
Glossary ................................... 17-1

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Summary of Contents for Xplore 2014

Page 1: ...k 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 The Explorer Group Limited Delves Lane Consett Co Durham DH8 7PE Telephone 01207 699000 Facsimile 01207 699001 www explorer group co uk Issue 6 ...

Page 2: ...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 4 Connection 6 4 Changing a Gas Cylinder 6 4 Gas Regulator 6 4 High Pressure ...

Page 3: ... Avtex Aerial 8 31 Entertainment System 8 31 Radio CD with MP3 Connectivity Option Only 8 31 BPW Intelligent Drive Control iDc System Option 8 31 iDC operating instructions 8 31 SECURITY 9 1 Caravan Theft 9 1 Tracker 9 1 CRIS The Caravan Registration and Identification Scheme VIN 9 1 Diamond standard Wheel Lock Option 9 2 How to fit your Diamond Standard Wheel Lock 9 2 Hints for using the Diamond ...

Page 4: ...ation 13 1 Front Panel and Gas Bottle Locker Door13 1 Awning Channel 13 1 EQUIPMENT LIST 14 1 Xplore Range 14 1 ELECTRICAL DRAWINGS 15 1 13 Pin Drawing 15 1 Wiring Diagram 15 2 Road Lights 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 21 1 ...

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

Page 6: ...velopments are rigorously tested Therefore Xplore 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 an Xplore approved Retailer Service Centre or NCC Approved workshop and a record is kept Pages are ...

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

Page 8: ...acturer s specifications and must 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 your caravan usually found on the inside of the wardrobe door x Never exceed your caravans Maximu...

Page 9: ...placed once cleaning is complete Ventilation in Separate Bedrooms In caravans with separated sleeping areas separate ventilation 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 ineffec...

Page 10: ... payload 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 pa...

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

Page 12: ...Please note Corner steadies should not be used as a jacking or levelling device Internal Loading Checks When loading your caravan it is advisable to i Distribute items evenly over the axle and as low as possible to optimise road holding and achieve the best possible braking effect ii Do not overload on one side as this will cause the caravan to lean and affect the road holding and stability iii Do...

Page 13: ...erse the car up to the caravan or in the case of a small caravan manoeuvre the caravan up to the car s caravan coupling Coupling Open coupling jaw by pulling lever H vigorously upwards in the direction of the arrow until lever locks open Lower the opened hitch onto the ball head vehicle coupling and the lever will automatically release Closing and locking are carried out automatically Heed the Fig...

Page 14: ... 3 Step 2 Note this must be specifically permitted by the caravan manufacturer s guidance as the clip may not be sufficiently strong Where No Designated Attachment Point Is Provided On The Tow Bar i Fixed Ball Loop the cable around the neck of the tow ball If you fit the cable like this use a single loop only Fig 3 4 Step 3 ii Detachable Ball You must contact the tow bar supplier for advice Other ...

Page 15: ...ble to the tow vehicle HANDBRAKE Your caravan is fitted with BPW running gear and handbrake It is essential that prior to towing you ensure that your handbrake is in the fully off position This can be confirmed by ensuring that the handbrake arm is resting on the blue stop fitted to the side of the A frame as shown in Fig 3 5 below CABLES For peace of mind you may wish to check the ability of the ...

Page 16: ...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 17: ...4 2 TOWING AND DRIVING ...

Page 18: ...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 19: ...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 20: ... 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 earthed ...

Page 21: ...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 22: ... all times LPG GAS SYSTEM Xplore 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 open flame You are advised not to use any ad...

Page 23: ...y strain WARNING If cylinders other than those recommended are used ensure that the cylinders are adequately supported do not block ventilation openings and cannot cause damage to fixtures and fittings located in the compartment Gas Regulator Your new Xplore caravan has been fitted with a fully approved gas regulator designed to operate at a gas pressure of 30Mbar Your regulator is fitted with a t...

Page 24: ...ash after 1 3 seconds Fig 2 Step 2 Open the tap and the pump should start there maybe a short delay Step 3 After approximately 30 seconds turn off the tap Step 4 After approximately 10 seconds the pump should still be running press the calibration button again Fig 1 Step 5 The LED should turn solid green and the pump will stop after approximately 10 seconds The green LED should turn off and blink ...

Page 25: ...ation on replacement parts and service kits please visit www whalepumps com 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 following There is sufficient water in the container Maximum pumping period is not more than 15 ...

Page 26: ... 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 27: ...6 8 GETTING STARTED ...

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: ... 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 Compact Fluorescent 9W Reading Lights 10W Downlighters 10W MAXIMUM BULB RATINGS FOR ROAD LIGHTS Type of Light Maximum Bulb Rating Front position 5W Brake Rear position 21W 5W High level marker 5W Indicator 21W Reversing 21W Please note Ensur...

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

Page 31: ...7 4 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ...

Page 32: ... 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 Note Before attempting to use any electrical appliance ensure that you have ...

Page 33: ... to lighting the grill Never adjust the heat deflector position without using hand protection ie oven gloves When cooking always ensure young children are kept away Using the Oven 1 Ensure gas supply is connected and turned on 2 Open door push in the control knob and turn anti clockwise to gas mark 9 3 Light burner with match keeping the control knob held in for 10 15 seconds for models with spark...

Page 34: ...he off position when finished DO NOT allow children near the cooker when in use Turn pan handles away from the front so that they cannot be caught accidentally DO NOT allow fats or oils to build up in the oven trays or base DO NOT use abrasive cleaners or powders that will scratch the surface of the appliance DO NOT under any circumstances use the oven as a space heater DO NOT put heavy objects in...

Page 35: ...en pans as these may cause instability The lid must be opened fully prior to using the hotplate burners 1 Ensure gas cylinder supply is connected and turned on In the event of a gas smell turn off at gas cylinder mains and contact supplier 2 Flame supervision Each burner is controlled individually and is monitored by a thermocouple probe In the event of the burner flames being accidentally extingu...

Page 36: ... the introduction of food DO clean the appliance regularly DO remove spills as soon as they occur DO check that controls are in the off position when finished DO NOT allow children near the appliance when in use Turn pan handles away from the front so that they cannot be caught accidentally DO NOT allow fats or oils to build up in the base of the hotplate DO NOT use abrasive cleaners or powders th...

Page 37: ...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 38: ...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 39: ... 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 40: ...cannot be operated with both gas and electric Switching appliance off Turn the selector knob to the Off position Note that the fan will continue to run for 3 minutes to allow the heater to cool down Adjusting the temperature Turn the temperature control knob clockwise to increase and anti clockwise to reduce the room temperature The heater will automatically turn itself on and off to maintain the ...

Page 41: ... fault Attempt to clear lockout as shown below If this fails contact a Whale Approved Service Centre Technician Gas Lockouts Gas lockouts must be cleared by turning the selector knob from gas on flame position to off position then back to the on position The complete sequence of switch movements must be completed within 2 5 seconds for a lockout to be successfully cleared If there is air in the ga...

Page 42: ...ff switch control functions to provide 5 running options Gas Only Electric Low Setting Electric High Setting Gas and Electric Low Gas and Electric High IMPORTANT In the interest of safety replacement parts for an appliance shall conform to the appliance manufacturer s specifications and should be fitted by him or an authorised agent Water Heater Control Panel A Gas Indicator Indicates that the hea...

Page 43: ... below 3 Low high supply voltage Ensure voltage is above 10V at the heater and below 15V 5 Other internal fault Attempt to clear lockout as shown below If this fails contact Heater Support 0845 217 2933 To clear any lockout switch off and back on within 2 5 seconds TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS WATER Nominal Tank volume 8 ltrs Pressure relief valve setting 3 bar Maximum water inlet pressure 1 9 bar GAS...

Page 44: ...ntil 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 test button and wil...

Page 45: ...ff the alarm unless the smoke is blown directly into the alarm Combustion particles from cooking may set off the alarm if the alarm is located close to the cooking area Large quantities of combustible particles are generated from spills or when boiling Using the fan on a range hood which vents to the outside non recirculating type will also help remove these combustible products from the kitchen I...

Page 46: ...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 47: ...t has reached its end of life A replacement needs to be purchased Carbon Monoxide Alarm Procedure What to do if your alarm sounds If alarm sounds 4 loud audible pulses followed by a pause for 5 seconds Immediately move to fresh air outdoors or by an open door window Do a head count to check that all persons are accounted for Do not re enter the caravan nor move away from the open door window until...

Page 48: ...rrect dosage of Thetford toilet fluid see product label into the holding tank This avoids unpleasant smells and keeps the inside of the tank clean Next add approximately 2 litres of water enough to ensure that the bottom of the Waste Holding Tank is covered Far more information on Thetford toilet fluids see last page of this manual Screw the cap back onto the emptying spout and turn back to its or...

Page 49: ...lush water tank g Rotating Emptying Spout h Automatic Pressure Release Vent i Sliding Cover j Removable Mechanism k Vent Plunger l Pull out Handle m Wheels n Blade Openener o Access 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 flus...

Page 50: ...n flush water tank When the Flush Water Tank Level Indicator lights up refill the flush water tank as only about 1 5 litres of water is left in the tank which is sufficient for approximately 2 flushes Emptying The Waste Holding Tank has a capacity of 18 litres and requires emptying when the red light LED on the toilet control display lights up when the Waste Holding Tank only has capacity for appr...

Page 51: ... bowl Flush the toilet bowl with water and wipe down the rest of the toilet with a damp cloth Clean seat and lid The seat and lid can easily be removed Lift the seat and lid assembly and pull the round pins inside the assembly outwards from the pin holes After cleaning replace the seat and lid by positioning the round pins in front of the pin holes and push the lid and seat downwards To keep your ...

Page 52: ... is not recommended Storage It is important that you follow the instructions below if you do not expect to use your Thetford toilet for a long winter period Activate the Control Panel by pressing the flush button Open the blade and press the flush button until water stops flowing into the bowl Close the blade Open the access door on the outside of your caravan and empty the Waste Holding Tank at a...

Page 53: ...g 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 start to ...

Page 54: ...8 23 HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN S EQUIPMENT ...

Page 55: ...tion on the backing plate in this position it may be possible for rain to enter the caravan in adverse conditions ROOFLIGHTS Your caravan is fitted with at least one type of the following roof lights Standard MPK Rooflight To open i Lower the flyscreen then press the black control rod in towards the centre of the rooflight ii Then while the rods are depressed push upwards to open the rooflight Fig...

Page 56: ...he desired position over the sink Lift the control lever to activate the pump and allow water to flow simultaneously To adjust the temperature swivel the lever to the left to increase the temperature and to the right to reduce the temperature WARNING The water temperature could be very high so do not lift the lever with the tap turned to the full left position CAUTION For winter storage and to pre...

Page 57: ...oom 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 the wardrobe and table storage locker are fitted with a 2 position button lock Push the button to lock the door and the ...

Page 58: ...n 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 When stationary the room divider can be held shut by contact between a metal plate and magnet BED MAKE UP Para...

Page 59: ...d 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 increase the seated area Pleas...

Page 60: ...nks are not suitable for children under 6 years old without supervision The following step by step guide illustrates how to assemble the bunk bed 1 Pull the top edge of the bunk towards you 2 3 With your left hand on the bottom edge lift upwards and towards you while your right hand keeps the bunk steady 1 2 3 4 5 As the left hand passes the pivot point allow the right hand to slowly lower the bun...

Page 61: ... being lowered Next lower the bunk with care into the position shown in Figure 2 Once in place put both of the bolts into the closed position to secure the bunk from any unintentional folding As shown in Figure 3 Fig 1 Fig 3 Fig 2 Finally before using the bunk lift both the safety flaps into upright position as shown in Figure 4 also attach the provided ladder to the fixed brackets also shown in F...

Page 62: ...sult in enormous forces at the moving parts Observe that neither objects nor parts of the body are within the working area during this process After the self test the status LED must be illuminated green If this is not the case see chapter A 2 LED Flashing Code within the BPW documentation Proper operation of the iDC might be affected But the vehicle can be moved further REMOVABLE DRAWER LOCKER To...

Page 63: ...s Brake in automatic reverse gear mode move the vehicle for some meters in driving direction The self test must be finished prior to driving For new vehicles after your first trip Check wheel bolts for tightness using a torque wrench Always check the wheel bolts after each tyre change Recommendation Check the brake system after approx 500 km and readjust it if required ...

Page 64: ...gin TRACKER will contact customer towards the end of the one year subscription period with the options available or call TRACKER directly on 0870 606 1269 CRIS THE CARAVAN REGISTRATION AND IDENTIFICATION SCHEME CriS is the Central Registration Identification Scheme that issues touring caravan registration documents equivalent to that of the V5 registration document issued by the DVLA for cars CRiS...

Page 65: ...contacts 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 kee...

Page 66: ...IS PO Box 445 Aldershot GU11 9FS Telephone 0203 2821000 Spare windows stencils can be found in your owners information pack for use if you ever need to order a replacement window ELECTRONIC TAGGING In conjunction with the CriS registration scheme all Xplore touring caravans are electronically tagged during manufacture for added security and ease vehicle identification The security tag containing t...

Page 67: ...9 4 SECURITY ...

Page 68: ...etergents or proprietary cleaning fluids be used Wash the window again using only cold water and dry off with chamois leather Please note Should scratches appear on the acrylic windows these can often be removed with an acrylic polish i e ICI Perspex polish Gentle polishing with a liquid metal polish i e Brasso may also have the desired effect consult your retailer BEFORE attempting to remove any ...

Page 69: ...ny water container should be disposed of so that the container is empty ii The outside of external water containers 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 contai...

Page 70: ...pump should turn off after a few seconds if it is a pressurised system PRE SEASON WATER SYSTEM PREPARATION Remain in your van after the pump has stopped and inspect all the taps and shower heads for leaks You may need to dry them down first to spot any leaks If there is access to the underside of the taps check for water leaks If you find a water leak check the following If there is a water leak c...

Page 71: ...set including the external shower if fitted and shake water out Open water heater drain valve and leave open User Tip Ensure the gas is turned off at the bottle Open on board tank drain valve if present and leave open Where grey waste tanks are fitted remove all sink plugs and open the drain tap User Tip Do not close the fridge door tightly leave ajar to prevent mildew forming Open any other drain...

Page 72: ...ks 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 ...

Page 73: ... 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 74: ...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 75: ...rt 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 should ...

Page 76: ...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 Xplore touring caravan provi...

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

Page 78: ...d 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 experience a pro...

Page 79: ... 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 be accepted for damage caused by fair wear and tear rodent damage ...

Page 80: ... jurisdiction 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 Xplore approved Retailer and give the followi...

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

Page 82: ...or 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 pre coated aluminium exterior surface and vinyl coated plywood internal finish Wooded framing is positioned within the sandwich to add strength The latest technology is used to produce the ext...

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

Page 84: ...ETFORD SPINFLO DUPLEX HOB THETFORD SPINFLO 3 BURNER HOB TAPS KITCHEN WHALE SINGLE BAR MIXER SHOWER EQUIPMENT WHALE MIXER TAPS VANITY WHALE SINGLE BAR MIXER WATER FILTER PUMP WHALE IC SYSTEM WITH HIGH FLOW PUMP 12V READING DOWN LIGHTS BCA EYEBALL HALOGEN LIGHTS RECESSED LED BCA LED RECESSED CONTROL PANEL BCA BLACK COMPLETE ELECTRICAL FITTINGS BCA C LINE TOILET THETFORD C260 CWE ROTATABLE ELECTRONIC...

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

Page 86: ...15 1 ELECTRICAL DRAWINGS ELECTRICAL DRAWINGS 13 PIN DRAWING ...

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

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

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Page 90: ...nsate 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 Xplore touring caravans can be found by looking in the latest model section the Product Archive section on our website or by referring to the relevant Technical Data Sheet ...

Page 91: ...ted 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 plan your services in advance in order to meet the requirements Q I Have A Problem With My Caravan Who Can Help Me A We would al...

Page 92: ...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 Gas LPG which normally comes in blue cylinders This type of gas is most commonly used in the UK although a switch t...

Page 93: ...area Grey Water This is the waste water from sink shower Gross Train Weight This is also known as Combined Weight The maximum permitted weight of an outfit as specified by the tow car manufacturer Gross Vehicle Weight GVW This is the weight of the vehicle laden to its maximum as defined by the manufacturer See also MTPLM GRP Is Glass reinforced plastic but more commonly known as glass fibre not fi...

Page 94: ...sociation representing manufacturers retailers and suppliers within the caravan industry Nose weight The weight exerted on the tow bar Special scales are available from accessory shops for measuring this weight Number Plate Caravans must display a legal number plate showing the same registration mark as their towing vehicle Optional Equipment Payload The payload required for equipment to enable th...

Page 95: ...owing limit and manufacturer s unbraked towing limit Towing Mirrors Additional rear vision mirrors added to a towing vehicle to provide a greater width of view to see past a caravan Train Weight The maximum permissible combined weight of tow car and touring caravan Twin Axle Is a caravan with two pairs of wheels on two axles which are located close together These are usually the larger heavier car...

Page 96: ...heeled 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 Furnitu...

Page 97: ...P I We certify 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 an...

Page 98: ...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 99: ...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 100: ...e 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 Xplore 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 de...

Page 101: ...19 2 CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP ...

Page 102: ...ers section Alternatively please complete the attached form and post to us Xplore 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 103: ...20 2 CHANGE OF ADDRESS ...

Page 104: ...rier 10 5 Chassis Spare Parts 10 8 Cleaning of all Taps 10 2 Cooking Equipment 10 2 Exterior Cleaning 10 1 Furniture 10 2 Interior Walls 10 1 Jacking 10 7 Lubrication 10 7 Shower Trays Shower Room and Wash Basin Fittings 10 2 Tyres 10 5 Water Containers 10 2 Window Blinds Flyscreens 10 1 Charging System 7 2 Code of Practice Remedial Work 12 3 Covers 11 1 D Doors 8 26 E Electrical Control Panels 8 ...

Page 105: ...g 5 2 Pitch selecting 5 1 Power Drain 11 1 Pre Tow Checklist 3 2 R Radio CD with MP3 Option only 8 31 Ramp 5 1 RCD 7 1 Refrigerator RM8551 8 6 Reversing 4 1 Road Lights 15 3 Rooflights 8 24 S Safety general 2 1 Seating wrap round 8 28 Security Additional Security 9 3 Caravan Theft 9 1 Electronic Tagging 9 3 Service Documents 18 1 Setting Off 4 1 Site Regulations 5 1 Speed Limits 4 1 Storage Long T...

Page 106: ...21 3 INDEX W Water System Whale IC System with High Flow Pump 6 5 Whale Water Heater 8 11 Fault Finding 8 12 Windows 8 24 Wiring Diagram 15 2 ...

Page 107: ...21 4 INDEX Designed and Printed by Preset Graphics Ltd Tel 01332 549278 MY2014 Ref 21317 ...

Page 108: ...k 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 The Explorer Group Limited Delves Lane Consett Co Durham DH8 7PE Telephone 01207 699000 Facsimile 01207 699001 www explorer group co uk Issue 6 ...

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