Explorer Group 2003 Tourers, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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When selecting a towing vehicle it is
recommended that you consult the Caravan
Towing Code, a copy of which is contained in
your user information pack.
Your new caravan has been manufactured for
towing behind a normal motor car;
It is not
designed to be towed behind a commercial
vehicle.
Provided care is exercised when
towing with a 4x4, and loading limits are strictly
adhered to, no problems should arise. We
would however strongly recommend that all
such 4x4's are fitted with a spring assisted
towball, which can reduce the shock put onto
the chassis by up to 70%.
Please also refer to The Caravan Towing Code,
which is included in your Owner’s Information
Pack.
PRE-TOW CHECKLIST AND HITCH-UP
Caution: Never enter the caravan
without first lowering the four corner
steadies with the brace provided.
Corner steadies should not be used as
a jacking device.
– loose articles must be stowed
securely. Do not stow tins, bottles or
heavy items in overhead lockers prior
to towing.
– all lockers and cupboard doors are
closed and secured.
– all bunks are secure.
– all rooflights are closed and secured.
– main table is stored in its transit
position.
– fridge is on 12v operation and door
lock is set.
– all windows are fully closed and
latched.
– Never tow with windows on night
setting. Leave all curtains and blinds
open to aid rear visibility.
– gas cylinders are correctly
positioned, secured and turned off.
– battery is secure and connecting
cable is disconnected and stowed.
Check Gas Locker, Battery Locker (if fitted) and
Cassette Toilet (if fitted) door/s are secure.
Check wheelnuts, tyre pressures and tyre
conditions.
With the caravan handbrake on, adjust the
jockey wheel so that it is in good contact with
the ground. Wind up the corner steadies to the
fully retracted position.
PREPARE FOR THE ROAD
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