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Correct Wiring of Tow Vehicle

Vehicle with or without smart alternator:
The Anderson plug can be connected to the tow vehicle start battery on the vehicle and should include the following to
protect the start battery.

50 amp relay to stop power supply when vehicle is not running.

50 amp fuse or circuit breaker at the battery

Summary of Contents for ROBSON XTT

Page 1: ...ight MDC Caravans and Campers INC 2021 All Rights Reserved Phone 833 632 8721 OWNER S MANUAL U S A EDITION 2021 Version 1 ROBSON XTT DUAL FOLD OVERLAND TENT TOP CAMPER www mdcusa com January 2020 Mode...

Page 2: ...iate skills and experience or if you do not have access to appropriate tools and equipment you may injure yourself or others around you and or you may cause damage to the Product you are work ing on i...

Page 3: ...By receiving this handbook you confirm there you have read and agree to all the terms and conditions and understood the use and maintenance care of MDC Campers and Caravans Inc NAME MODEL VIN BUILD DA...

Page 4: ...fety 16 Gas Certification 16 General Safety 16 Propane Cylinder Safety 17 Gas Appliance Safety 17 Electrical Safety 18 Shore Power 18 GFI Safety Switch 18 Battery Compartment 18 General Safety 19 Brak...

Page 5: ...s 44 Operating Instructions 45 How the appliance works 45 Pressure relief valve 46 Access door 47 Removing the access door 48 Closing the access door 48 Starting the Appliance 49 Inspections before ea...

Page 6: ...th this document and all instructions followed If your trailer does not have additional manuals included contact Market Direct Group on 1 833 632 8721 Safety information in this manual is denoted by R...

Page 7: ...strator NHTSA 400 Seventh Street SE Washington DC 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http www nhtsa gov Call 1 833 632 8721 to reach MDC Caravans and Campers I...

Page 8: ...t Rating The total permissible mass of the Trailer This includes the tongue coupling mass and whatever you add as payload e g water gas luggage up to the specified rating The GVW Rating must not be ex...

Page 9: ...the surface If a wheel is perfectly perpendicular to the surface its camber would be 0 degrees Camber is described as negative when the top of the tire begins to tilt inward towards the chassis rail...

Page 10: ...go capacity B Calculating total cargo capacities with varying seating configurations including quantitative examples showing illustrating how the vehicles cargo and luggage capacity decreases as combi...

Page 11: ...s and inspecting tires for cuts slashes and other irregularities are the most important things you can do to avoid tire failure such as tread separation or blowout and flat tires These actions along w...

Page 12: ...is one that has not been driven on for at least three hours When you drive your tires get warmer causing the air pressure within them to increase Therefore to get an accurate tire pressure reading you...

Page 13: ...oid vibration or shaking of the vehicle when a tire rotates the tire must be properly balanced This balance is achieved by positioning weights on the wheel to counterbalance heavy spots on the wheel a...

Page 14: ...s used at the manufacturer s discretion This information is used to contact consumers if a tire defect requires a recall Tire Ply Composition and Materials Used The number of plies indicates the numbe...

Page 15: ...ssure when the tire is used as a single Load Range This information identifies the tire s load carrying capabilities and its inflation limits Tire Safety Tips Preventing Tire Damage Slow down if you h...

Page 16: ...containing important information All instructions are to be followed and the labels shall not be removed for any reason Make sure to close appliance valves before opening the cylinder valves Where re...

Page 17: ...while refueling is in progress Ensure cylinder valves are closed to prevent the unintended release of gas from a cylinder Discharge 45 Cylinder relief valve Discharge 45 Car Camper Gas Appliance Safe...

Page 18: ...a spark or short circuit which goes through the battery or another electrical tool that may create an explosion WARNING Electrical Safety Shock Hazard Keep Away From Children Avoid moisture Never exp...

Page 19: ...ystem adjustments Changing trailer load and driving conditions as well as uneven alternator and battery output can mean unstable current flow to your brake magnets It is therefore imperative that you...

Page 20: ...els of the trailer should be chocked and no person should remain inside the trailer whilst it is being jacked No person should place any portion of their body under a trailer that is supported by a ja...

Page 21: ...ROTECTION Front stone guard Front and rear mud flaps BRAKES 12 electric drum with manual hand brake PROPANE BOTTLE CAPACITY 2 x 20lb gas cylinder holders JERRY CAN CAPACITY 2 x 5 gallon jerry can hold...

Page 22: ...the product to prevent damage Instructional Videos Setup Tutorial Packing down tutorial This tutorial shows correct set up Scan the code or go to https youtu be O5JzARZLBpM This tutorial shows correc...

Page 23: ...wing with Trucks and Buses If you intend to tow your trailer with a truck or heavy commercial vehicle you should fit a hitch system to minimize the lash effect of the commercial suspension and distanc...

Page 24: ...8721 24 Hitch How to Hitch your coupling Here is a short guide on how to safely use your coupling to couple and uncouple the trailer from the towing vehicle Make sure the handbrake is applied prior t...

Page 25: ...roove of the bump cover and then pushing it in a downward motion until the dust cover is secure there should be a slight click when it has been assembled correctly Test if the dust cover is connected...

Page 26: ...When the locking mechanism 2 is all the way back release the button 1 locking the plate in place STEP 2 Offer up the tow pin to the coupling making sure the tow pin cover is removed and there is no v...

Page 27: ...he button 1 to release the locking mechanism there will be an audible locking noise at which point the mechanism will return to the initial position as shown in step 1 Verify the pin is correctly thro...

Page 28: ...sh down the button 1 and push the locking mechanism back 2 When the locking mechanism is all the way back release the button while holding the mechanism to ensure it does not spring back to the locked...

Page 29: ...the coupling If necessary use zip ties or like keep them neat and safe from damage Connecting the Safety Chains Chains should be crossed over and connected with suitable rated shackles Ensure they ar...

Page 30: ...Trip Inspection Before any trip check the following Tires Correct tire pressures Tires are in good condition free from damage and uneven wear Tread is of legal and acceptable depth Wheel Nuts Ensure...

Page 31: ...mall bevel gears and roll pins that may shear when overloaded When setting down or stowing stabilizer legs ensure the pins on the release handle correctly engage to stop the leg collapsing under load...

Page 32: ...chen raise the pad bolt and turn to lock in the up position Fig 2 Push down blue latch on the slide mechanism and pull kitchen out Fig 2a When kitchen is extended fit the support leg into its receiver...

Page 33: ...breaker is marked with applicable circuit Circuit Switches Each circuit is individually switched so it may be isolated when not in use Voltmeter This meter will show battery voltage state when not bei...

Page 34: ...d sudden steering input bad road conditions and fatigue may lead to a loss of control causing death or serious injury Ensure driving behavior is modified to suit conditions and take regular breaks WAR...

Page 35: ...ithout smart alternator The Anderson plug can be connected to the tow vehicle start battery on the vehicle and should include the following to protect the start battery 1 50 amp relay to stop power su...

Page 36: ...oding Do not camp in riverbeds or flood basins Inclement Weather Extreme weather and storms can damage fixtures on your trailer such as awnings annexes and in extreme cases the internal poles on tent...

Page 37: ...age the seals and sealants Galvanized Finishes Your galvanized chassis will need maintenance when used off road The zinc coating although being tough is still susceptible to damage from stones chips t...

Page 38: ...o each trip Inspect for adequate tread depth and any damage particularly to sidewalls Wheel nuts must be checked with a torque wrench When picking up your new trailer check the wheel nut torque at 25...

Page 39: ...place your shoes only with genuine MDC parts available from our outlets Important Safety Notice Proven and in some cases approved service methods and correct repair procedures are essential for the sa...

Page 40: ...ge at the handbrake handle Poorly adjusted handbrakes are dangerous Under adjusted they may allow the trailer to roll and over adjusted can cause brake linings to drag and overheat the brakes while dr...

Page 41: ...and right cables 1 Choose the side you want to adjust and undo locknut B 2 Turn locknut C behind mounting bracket clockwise in the direction of the handbrake lever while loosening locknut B to tighte...

Page 42: ...pliance off at the control panel Use the appliance only with a functioning LP gas and carbon monoxide detector installed in the RV For installation operation and function test follow the manufacturer...

Page 43: ...37 Safe bathing temperature Source Moritz A R Herriques F C Studies of thermal injuries the relative importance of time and surface temperature in causation of cutaneous burns A J Pathol 1947 23 695 7...

Page 44: ...information The use of non Truma approved substances for decalcification can cause chemical reactions and produce hazardous substances that could enter the drinking water Any alteration to the applia...

Page 45: ...and the volume flow is greater than approximately 0 4 gallons min 1 5 liter min The burner then starts automatically The burner control continuously adjusts the heater output based on volume flow and...

Page 46: ...than replacement The pressure relief valve is not serviceable if defective it must be replaced It must be replaced by a Truma pressure relief valve rated for 100 psi 6 9 bar that is CSA certified and...

Page 47: ...ferent positions Position 1 is the maximum opening width for switching the appliance on or off Position 2 is the starting position for removing the access door Damage to the hinge Do not try to remove...

Page 48: ...r and the RV if the access door is not closed properly Make sure that the access door is flush with the cover plate when closed NOTICE 1 If removed insert the access door into the cover plate 2 Make s...

Page 49: ...uids Switch the gas supply and the appliance off if anything seems to be out of the ordinary if you smell gas if you move the RV before entering a gas station before entering a tunnel WARNING Inspecti...

Page 50: ...before starting the appliance Once water flows the plumbing system is vented Close the water release points 4 Start the appliance as follows Make sure that the LP gas supply is turned on Switch on the...

Page 51: ...Open the access door refer to Opening the access door on page 47 2 To switch on the appliance switch the POWER switch Fig 8 8 to one of the two ON positions Both ON positions on the POWER switch have...

Page 52: ...tlet is approximately 120 F 49 C Stand by heat The temperature in the appliance is automatically kept above 102 F 39 C During operation the yellow status LED 3 is lit Off Stand by The appliance is not...

Page 53: ...must be ECO or COMFORT The water system must be bled so that the circulation pump works NOTICE If the vehicle is standing and ambient temperatures are below 4 F 20 C the appliance must not be operated...

Page 54: ...E If the RV is equipped with a bypass around the appliance separate the appliance from the water system with the bypass Winterizing the appliance To winterize the appliance you must drain all water fr...

Page 55: ...on 3 Open valve C 4 Drain the appliance Draining the water and cleaning the water inlet filter on page 56 5 Flush the RV s water system with a suitable winterizing fluid according to the supplier s or...

Page 56: ...4 Open all hot water faucets and wait for cold water This will ensure that hot water is removed from the appliance before draining 5 Turn OFF the water supply or switch OFF the water pump 6 Leave the...

Page 57: ...pare part refer to APPENDIX C Spare Parts all models in manufacturers booklet if there are cracks Danger of crushing pinching of fingers when the Easy Drain Lever is closed Never put fingers between t...

Page 58: ...dness and hot water consumption Recommended decalcification frequency per year Very Hard 180 1 2 4 Hard 121 180 1 1 3 Moderately Hard 61 120 1 1 2 Soft 0 60 1 1 1 Use Low Normal High Water Hardness Mg...

Page 59: ...immediately rinse your mouth and drink plenty of water in small sips Do not vomit Consult a doctor The use of non original AquaGo decalcification tablets e g vinegar for decalcification can cause chem...

Page 60: ...ing sign Caution decalcification in progress in a clearly visible position Warning signs are enclosed with the decalcification tablets b Draining the water system Tasks outside the RV Remove the acces...

Page 61: ...ON the appliance at the POWER switch d Filling the water system Tasks within the RV Turn on fresh water supply or switch on water pump The decalcification tablets dissolve in water quickly approx 10...

Page 62: ...e g hot water faucets showers toilets Run the water until the status LED 3 Fig 9 on the control panel goes out Set the control panel to Off Close all water release points Turn OFF the water supply or...

Page 63: ...take out the water inlet filter and remove any AquaGo decalcification tablets that it may contain To take out the water inlet filter see Draining the water and cleaning the water inlet filter on page...

Page 64: ...though the flue fan is not running Cause is a defective EPS or flue fan 4 s s s s s l s s Error at water over temperature switch WOS The WOS opened at a water temperature of over 185 F 85 C 5 s s s s...

Page 65: ...fan current consumption error The current detector for the flue fan has measured a current outside the permit ted limits 26 s s s l l s l s Circulation pump current consumption error The current dete...

Page 66: ...d water reaching the appliance is too low Turn down hot water at the faucet or in the shower in order to reduce flow rate Potentially retrofit a flow rate throttle in the water system This must be per...

Page 67: ...upply Allow the appliance to cool and then slowly raise the test lever Fig 2a 4a to flush the water system and attempt to force dirt or foreign matter out of the P T safety valve seat Replace P T safe...

Page 68: ...water regular tank maintenance is vital By regularly using a proprietary Tank Cleaner you will reduce or eliminate bacteria and after taste Always fill your tanks using a potable water grade hose Fit...

Page 69: ...oning products recommended by the manufacturer Thetford Waste Holding Tank The recommended product for the waste holding tank on Thetford toilet systems is Aqua Kem Blue or Aqua Kem Green for better e...

Page 70: ...Cone Inner and outer bearings 25520 Bearing Seal Metric 55 x 85 x 12mm 2 64 x 3 32 x 15 32 50 x 50mm square Poly Orange Bush YJJJ016 Steel Bush Insert 30 x 114mm YZCN002 Adjuster Cam YDS030 LHS Backin...

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Page 75: ...Inspect condition and torque to 125Nm 92ft lb studs 140Nm 103ft lb 14mm studs alloy rims 200Nm 148ft lb 14mm studs steel rims Tires Inspect for abnormal wear damage and pressure General fixings Ensur...

Page 76: ...d replace if necessary Wheel nuts Inspect condition and torque to 125Nm 92ft lb studs 140Nm 103ft lb 14mm studs alloy rims 200Nm 148ft lb 14mm studs steel rims Tires Inspect for abnormal wear damage a...

Page 77: ...n and wear Replace split pin Wheel nuts Inspect condition and torque to 125Nm 92ft lb studs 140Nm 103ft lb 14mm studs alloy rims 200Nm 148ft lb 14mm studs steel rims Tires Inspect for abnormal wear da...

Page 78: ...ect for soft spots on floor Timber Floor Models General fixings Check all structural fixings are secure Ventilation Inspect for obstruction and vents operating correctly Fire Extinguisher Inspect exti...

Page 79: ...eplace if necessary Wheel nuts Inspect condition and torque to 125Nm 92ft lb studs 140Nm 103ft lb 14mm studs alloy rims 200Nm 148ft lb 14mm studs steel rims Tires Inspect for abnormal wear damage and...

Page 80: ...on and wear Replace split pin Wheel nuts Inspect condition and torque to 125Nm 92ft lb studs 140Nm 103ft lb 14mm studs alloy rims 200Nm 148ft lb 14mm studs steel rims Tires Inspect for abnormal wear d...

Page 81: ...ect for soft spots on floor Timber Floor Models General fixings Check all structural fixings are secure Ventilation Inspect for obstruction and vents operating correctly Fire Extinguisher Inspect exti...

Page 82: ...replace if necessary Wheel nuts Inspect condition and torque to 125Nm 92ft lb studs 140Nm 103ft lb 14mm studs alloy rims 200Nm 148ft lb 14mm studs steel rims Tires Inspect for abnormal wear damage and...

Page 83: ...on and wear Replace split pin Wheel nuts Inspect condition and torque to 125Nm 92ft lb studs 140Nm 103ft lb 14mm studs alloy rims 200Nm 148ft lb 14mm studs steel rims Tires Inspect for abnormal wear d...

Page 84: ...ect for soft spots on floor Timber Floor Models General fixings Check all structural fixings are secure Ventilation Inspect for obstruction and vents operating correctly Fire Extinguisher Inspect exti...

Page 85: ...replace if necessary Wheel nuts Inspect condition and torque to 125Nm 92ft lb studs 140Nm 103ft lb 14mm studs alloy rims 200Nm 148ft lb 14mm studs steel rims Tires Inspect for abnormal wear damage and...

Page 86: ...on and wear Replace split pin Wheel nuts Inspect condition and torque to 125Nm 92ft lb studs 140Nm 103ft lb 14mm studs alloy rims 200Nm 148ft lb 14mm studs steel rims Tires Inspect for abnormal wear d...

Page 87: ...ect for soft spots on floor Timber Floor Models General fixings Check all structural fixings are secure Ventilation Inspect for obstruction and vents operating correctly Fire Extinguisher Inspect exti...

Page 88: ...replace if necessary Wheel nuts Inspect condition and torque to 125Nm 92ft lb studs 140Nm 103ft lb 14mm studs alloy rims 200Nm 148ft lb 14mm studs steel rims Tires Inspect for abnormal wear damage and...

Page 89: ...on and wear Replace split pin Wheel nuts Inspect condition and torque to 125Nm 92ft lb studs 140Nm 103ft lb 14mm studs alloy rims 200Nm 148ft lb 14mm studs steel rims Tires Inspect for abnormal wear d...

Page 90: ...ect for soft spots on floor Timber Floor Models General fixings Check all structural fixings are secure Ventilation Inspect for obstruction and vents operating correctly Fire Extinguisher Inspect exti...

Page 91: ...replace if necessary Wheel nuts Inspect condition and torque to 125Nm 92ft lb studs 140Nm 103ft lb 14mm studs alloy rims 200Nm 148ft lb 14mm studs steel rims Tires Inspect for abnormal wear damage and...

Page 92: ...on and wear Replace split pin Wheel nuts Inspect condition and torque to 125Nm 92ft lb studs 140Nm 103ft lb 14mm studs alloy rims 200Nm 148ft lb 14mm studs steel rims Tires Inspect for abnormal wear d...

Page 93: ...ect for soft spots on floor Timber Floor Models General fixings Check all structural fixings are secure Ventilation Inspect for obstruction and vents operating correctly Fire Extinguisher Inspect exti...

Page 94: ...replace if necessary Wheel nuts Inspect condition and torque to 125Nm 92ft lb studs 140Nm 103ft lb 14mm studs alloy rims 200Nm 148ft lb 14mm studs steel rims Tires Inspect for abnormal wear damage and...

Page 95: ...on and wear Replace split pin Wheel nuts Inspect condition and torque to 125Nm 92ft lb studs 140Nm 103ft lb 14mm studs alloy rims 200Nm 148ft lb 14mm studs steel rims Tires Inspect for abnormal wear d...

Page 96: ...ect for soft spots on floor Timber Floor Models General fixings Check all structural fixings are secure Ventilation Inspect for obstruction and vents operating correctly Fire Extinguisher Inspect exti...

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