Lunar Caravans Landstar 2017, Handbook

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EQUIPMENT DETAILS
THULE STEP
Operation
The Thule Step is operated by a lever switch
(S1).
The maximum static load is 200 kg.
Note: Hold the switch until the step is fully
extended. Never use the step when retracted
or not fully extended, or the blocking will not
work and the motor can be damaged.
Always check that the step is fully retracted
before departure.
Maintenance
Dirt and frost can prevent the Thule Step
from operating properly. In this case the
moving parts should be cleaned or defrosted.
Keep the footboard clean and check the
operation of the switch (S2) regularly.
It is possible to take out the footboard in
order to clean the step inside.
Retract the footboard by the lever switch
(S1), when possible not fully. Disconnect the
power to the step.
Disconnect the 2 drive rods from the
footboard by removing the nuts at the bottom
side of the footboard.
Take away the 2 black stops with the screws
at the outside.
Take out the footboard and clean.
Brush the inside of the step and remove the
dirt with a vacuum cleaner. Never use a high
pressure cleaner or water.
First reconnect the driving rods. Followed by
fixing the endstops.
In case of electrical failure
If the step does not retract by motor. It is
possible to take out the footboard: See
Maintenance.
Note: Never retract or extend the step by
hand without this mechanical disconnection.