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Maintenance
Maintenance is essential to keep your camper in a safe and usable condition. Campers are no different to any other
motor vehicle and require servicing at regular intervals which may vary according to use and the environment in
which it is used. The service schedule outlines the service intervals for safe travelling and your owner obligations
under our warranty policy. Servicing should always be carried out by a competent person with relevant experience.
WARNING:
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Never work beneath the camper while suspended on a jack. Always use “Jack Stands” with an adequate SWL.
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Always use dedicated jacking points
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240volt appliances and wiring must only be serviced and repaired by a qualified tradesperson.
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Gas plumbing must only be serviced and repaired by a qualified gas fitter
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Torque Settings
Wheel Nuts
Wheel nuts should be tightened to correct torque using a torque wrench. Never trust a “rattle gun” as these may
over or under tighten. A quality torque wrench will ensure nuts are tightened correctly. It’s important to remember
to check your wheel nuts at 50km, 500km and 1000km and periodically thereafter. The correct torque setting of
125Nm for 12mm studs, 140nm for 14mm studs and alloy wheels and 200nm for 14mm studs with steel rims. Refer
to the plate on your drawbar.
Hitch
The high tensile bolts securing your hitch should be tightened to 90Nm. These should be checked at 5000km
intervals or 2500km in harsh off-road conditions.
Trailing Arm Pivot Bolts
The pivot bolts are a high tensile steel. The service interval for these bolts is 5000km under normal use and 2500km
for harsh off-road conditions. During travel they should be inspected daily to ensure they have not rotated or
become damaged. Correct torque is 190Nm
