MDC FORBES 13 2015, Owner'S Manual

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24 MONTHS / 20,000KM SERVICE
CHECKED
Chassis and Suspension
Hitch
•
Inspect for damage and lubricate. Check bolt Torque
to 90Nm
Jockey
Wheel
•
Inspect for condition and operation
Breakaway
•
Check for correct operation.
•
Inspect lanyard and clip
Drawbar
•
Inspect wiring grommets and general condition
Suspension
• Torque bolts to 190Nm
•
Grease bushes and check for play.
•
Check torque on suspension hanger bolts (190nm)
•
Check retaining chain shackles tight.
•
Inspect shock absorber for condition.
• Inspect shock absorber bushes
Brakes
•
Inspect and adjust. Check lining thickness and drum
wear
Wheel
bearings
•
Replace bearings, seals and lubricate. Check stub axle
condition and wear. Replace split pin.
Wheel Nuts
•
Inspect condition and torque to 125Nm (12mm studs)
(140Nm 14mm studs alloy rims) (200Nm 14mm studs
steel rims)
Tyres
•
Inspect for abnormal wear, damage, and pressure.
•
Check manufacturing date less than 5 years.
• Check sidewalls for perishing and damage
12 volt electrical
Lights
•
Check all trailer lights are functioning.
•
Check plug pins have gap.
•
Check for corrosion
Battery
• Check terminals and voltage at full charge.
•
Check batteries are secure in cradles
Charging
• Check battery charger settings are correct.
• Check DC to DC charger settings are correct
Solar Panels
•
Check panels are free of damage.
•
Inspect sealants on cable penetrations and junction
boxes
Cables
•
Inspect cables under body for damage to conduits.
•
Inspect cable glands and sealants on penetrations
through floor
240 volt Electrical
RCD Unit
•
Check operation of RCD via test button
Mains Input
•
Inspect mains input plug and cover are free of
damage
Earthing
•
Carry out resistance check
Caravan Body