MDC XT16HR EAST WEST 2021 User Manual Download

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Phone: 833-632-8721

OWNER’S MANUAL

U.S.A EDITION: 2021 - Version 1

XT16HR

EAST WEST

OVERLAND Travel Trailer

www.mdcusa.com

*2021 Model shown.

Summary of Contents for XT16HR EAST WEST 2021

Page 1: ...Copyright MDC Campers and Caravans Inc 2021 All Rights Reserved Phone 833 632 8721 OWNER S MANUAL U S A EDITION 2021 Version 1 XT16HR EAST WEST OVERLAND Travel Trailer www mdcusa com 2021 Model shown...

Page 2: ...Appliance Safety 15 Removing Door Vent Cover 15 Isolating Appliances 15 Electrical Safety 16 Shore Power 16 GFI Safety Switch 16 Battery Compartment 16 General Safety 17 Brakes 17 Brake Controller 17...

Page 3: ...9 Removing the access door 50 Closing the access door 50 Inspections before each use 51 Starting The Appliance 52 Switching ON the appliance 53 Operating modes control panel 54 Operation in frost cond...

Page 4: ...the appropriate 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 w...

Page 5: ...ER 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...

Page 6: ...ument 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 Risk level i...

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: ...p to the specified rating The GVW Rating must not be exceeded GCWR Gross Combination Weight Rating The total permissible mass that can be supported by the wheels tires of the Tow Vehicle and Trailer C...

Page 9: ...he tire begins to tilt inward towards the chassis rail Your MDC trailer should be 0 0 5 degrees negative camber Toe In out Negative toe or toe out is the front of the wheel pointing away from the cent...

Page 10: ...while driving You MUST ensure this capability is fitted to your vehicle The maintenance charge is supplied to the trailer via the Anderson plug on the drawbar WARNING BALL LOADING DOWNWARD LOAD ON TO...

Page 11: ...t weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity The trailer s placard refers to the Tire Information Placard attached adjacent to or near the trailer s VIN Certification l...

Page 12: ...enance Uniform Tire Quality Grading System Fundamental characteristics of tires Tire safety tips Use this information to make tire safety a regular part of your vehicle maintenance routine Recognize t...

Page 13: ...ded tire inflation pressure that vehicle manufacturers provide reflects the proper psi when a tire is cold The term cold does not relate to the outside temperature Rather a cold tire is one that has n...

Page 14: ...ln s head you are ready for new tires Tire balance and wheel alignment To avoid vibration or shaking of the vehicle when a tire rotates the tire must be properly balanced This balance is achieved by p...

Page 15: ...required by law M S The M S or M S indicates that the tire has some mud and snow capability Most radial tires have these markings hence they have some mud and snow capability U S DOT Tire Identificati...

Page 16: ...h a lower grade Traction is graded from highest to lowest as AA A B and C Temperature Letter This letter indicates a tire s resistance to heat The temperature grade is for a tire that is inflated prop...

Page 17: ...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 18: ...serious injury DANGER Gas Certification Your Caravan has been supplied gas tested and certified Any additions or alterations to the gas system must be performed by an authorized person and will requi...

Page 19: ...nted cylinders if applicable orient the cylinder relief valves of both cylinders discharge away from both the trailer and towing vehicle as shown Always remove the propane cylinder from the trailer to...

Page 20: ...ce appliances with a non certified type Slide out kitchens with cookers should only be operated with an annex fully erected Failing to do so may affect the safety and operation of the gas appliance Sl...

Page 21: ...y create an explosion Warning Shock Hazard Keep Away From Children Avoid moisture Never expose unit to snow water etc Inverter Unit provides 120 VAC treat the AC output socket the same as regular wall...

Page 22: ...and tow vehicle will seldom have the correct amperage flow to the brake magnets to give you comfortable safe braking unless you make proper brake system adjustments Changing trailer load and driving c...

Page 23: ...ody behind the wheels provided it has the correct positive engagement fitting to match the trailer To ensure safe usage the following must be followed The jack is to be used on level firm ground where...

Page 24: ...over permanent vents in the roof or pop top skirt or annex When using a generator the generator must be placed where carbon monoxide fumes cannot enter the trailer Carbon Monoxide Detector CALIFORNIA...

Page 25: ...steel kitchen with sink and Dometic 3 burner stove WATER TANK 2 x 21 gallon fresh water 21 gallon grey water WATER DELIVERY 12V electric pump HOT WATER SYSTEM Truma TOILET ENSUITE Dometic cassette to...

Page 26: ...UST be rated for the Gross Vehicle Weight and be in serviceable condition The hitch MUST be correctly load rated Hitch and pin MUST be compatible All bolts and fittings must be correctly tightened and...

Page 27: ...33 632 8721 23 Connecting the Hitch 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 to coup...

Page 28: ...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 29: ...g mechanism 2 is all the way back release the button 1 locking the plate in place Coupling STEP 1 STEP 2 Offer up the tow pin to the coupling making sure the tow pin cover is removed and there is no v...

Page 30: ...on 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 through the...

Page 31: ...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 position Lift the...

Page 32: ...way Switch Lanyard Connection Connecting Wiring When connecting ensure the electric cables to your tow vehicle cannot drag on the road or foul the coupling If necessary use zip ties or like to keep th...

Page 33: ...l is achieved when the jockey wheel is retracted to its lowest position When moving the trailer on the jockey wheel always lower it as far as possible but still allowing the wheel to swivel as you ste...

Page 34: ...ct torque using a torque wrench All wheel nuts are in place Hitch and Chains Ensure hitch and chains are free of damage Hitch locking mechanism functions correctly Hitch is properly lubricated Hitch a...

Page 35: ...all 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 o...

Page 36: ...Slide Out Kitchen To extend the kitchen from the caravan release pad bolt fig1 and press down the blue slide tab fig 2 and pull kitchen out The kitchen will lock into place when extended To put kitch...

Page 37: ...tery voltage state when not being charged and charge voltage when the charger is activated Resting voltage of a fully charged AGM battery bank will be 13 13 1 Volts Amp Meter This meter will show curr...

Page 38: ...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 39: ...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 40: ...rone to flooding 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 pol...

Page 41: ...avoid scratches and soapy water Do not use any cleaners that contain ammonia or solvents Internal Finishes Laminates and internal wall surfaces should be cleaned with a damp soft cloth For stubborn m...

Page 42: ...n these areas the product should be thoroughly washed after use and unpainted metal surfaces should be coated in a suitable protectant Lanotec lanolin spray Inox or similar are recommended Solar Panel...

Page 43: ...low the steps outlined below Water Heater Bypass Installed 1 Activate water heater bypass 2 Follow steps in water heater user manual for draining unit 3 Open all taps including outside shower and tap...

Page 44: ...ed 1 after the first 150 miles of operation when the brake shoes and drums have seated 2 at 3000 mile intervals 3 or as use and performance requires Never crawl under your trailer unless it is resting...

Page 45: ...air procedures are essential for the safe reliable operation of the brakes suspension and axles as well as the personal safety of the individual doing the work This manual intends to provide general d...

Page 46: ...ate Cable force applied to the parking lever creates a torque through the pivot pin and cam assembly Torque transferred to the parking cam results in a spreading force between the primary and secondar...

Page 47: ...g plate while loosening locknut C to reduce handbrake 4 When finished tighten locknuts to prevent further movement Hitch Cruisemaster DO35 To ensure a long service life we recommend the following peri...

Page 48: ...aste and bacteria is highly recommended Selecting the Supply tank Valves to select the supply tank on trailer models with multiple freshwater tanks are beneath the trailer on the near to curb side ben...

Page 49: ...against the water heater s access door or place any foreign objects within 2 feet 61 cm of the access door Do not use or store flammable materials near the appliance Do not spray aerosols in the vici...

Page 50: ...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 51: ...formation 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 appliance...

Page 52: ...d and the volume flow is greater than approximately 0 4 gallons min 1 5 liter min The burner then starts automatically The burner control continously adjusts the heater output based on volume flow and...

Page 53: ...uma certified service technician Tampering with the pressure relief valve will void the warranty The appliance is equipped with a pressure relief valve Fig 3 that complies with the standard for Relief...

Page 54: ...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 2 Open the access door to Position 1 Dam...

Page 55: ...access door into the cover plate 2 Make sure that the webbing is not pinched between the access door and the cover plate 3 Press the access door against the cover plate 4 Turn the turn lock clockwise...

Page 56: ...e the RV before entering a gas station before entering a tunnel Starting The Appliance Danger of over temperature and toxic exhaust gases Danger of combustion personal injury and damage to RV Inspecti...

Page 57: ...follows Make sure that the LP gas supply is turned on Switch on the 12 V power supply RV Open the access door refer to Opening the access door on page 8 Switch on the appliance at the POWER switch Ref...

Page 58: ...one of the two ON positions Both ON positions on the POWER switch have the same function Choose your preferred position When the green power ON LED 1 Fig 8 LED 1 is lit the appliance is switched on If...

Page 59: ...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 60: ...ter valves and the vehicle must be heated separately The RV must be designed for winter use freezing conditions The water pipes in the RV must be ice free to operate the AquaGo comfort AquaGo comfort...

Page 61: ...nce separate the appliance from the water system with the by pass Winterizing the appliance To winterize the appliance you must drain all water from the appliance To do this we advise the following st...

Page 62: ...Turn OFF the electrical power supply and the LP gas supply before starting maintenance and repair work Allow the appliance to cool down Never actuate the pressure relief valve as long as the applianc...

Page 63: ...se a small amount of soap on the O rings Never use grease because the O rings are not resistant to grease 10 Install the water inlet filter as shown in Fig 10 Observe the correct installation position...

Page 64: ...ardness and hot water consumption Recommended decalcification frequency per year Water Hardness Mg l CaCO3 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 N...

Page 65: ...ubstances Use only AquaGo decalcification tablets to decalcify the appliance to avoid chemical reactions and production of hazardous substances damage to your appliance and the voiding of your warrant...

Page 66: ...ion has been completed Tasks within the RV Set the control panel to Off Turn OFF the water supply or switch OFF the water pump Open a hot water faucet to relieve pressure in the system On all water fa...

Page 67: ...when filling run the water only as long as necessary The decalcification tablets color the water slightly red Fill the water system Open all water release points e g hot water faucets showers toilets...

Page 68: ...elieve pressure in the system To make sure that the appliance and the water pipes contain no decalcification agent empty the water system again and refill it Tasks outside the RV Switch the appliance...

Page 69: ...ys tem is vented o Close the water release points Before you use the water system and the appliance check the color of the water at all faucets o Slightly red rinse again o Clear decalcification is fi...

Page 70: ...fety variables are no longer correct or RAM STACK was overwritten by mistake 9 s s s s l s s l Malfunction of water outlet tempera ture sensor WOT Water outlet temperature sensor WOT has a short circu...

Page 71: ...perature of cold wa ter 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...

Page 72: ...sly until the tap is turned off and pressure restored Should the pumps activate while the taps is turned off this could indicate a leak and require investigation and rectification Selecting Fresh Wate...

Page 73: ...eling or parking near a gasoline pump make sure ALL liquid propane LP gas appliances vented to the outside of the RV are shut OFF Otherwise fumes from gasoline pumps could come into contact with an LP...

Page 74: ...carbon monoxide from entering the RV Do NOT allow snow or any objects to block the exhaust system of the Furnace Combustion products MUST be properly vented to the atmosphere so that all combustion a...

Page 75: ...e is operating Supervise young children who are in the same room as the Furnace All sheet metal edges are sharp take care when handling or touching edges Protect Furnace electrical components from wat...

Page 76: ...e NOTICE A Turning On The Furnace Turn the thermostat to the lowest setting Turn OFF all power to the Furnace at the main power supply At the exterior access panel turn the switch on the Furnace to th...

Page 77: ...the manufacturers Operation Manual Schematics Part Numbers Spare Part Numbers Part Numbers Description Part Number Offset Cam Adjuster Camber Toe Adjuster YDZS030 Poly Bush YJJJ016 Steel Bush Insert...

Page 78: ...www mdcusa com Ph 833 632 8721 74 Electrical Diagram...

Page 79: ...storing your trailer ensure that batteries are fully charged and all power to appliances is disconnected switched off When possible leave the battery connected to a smart charger that will cycle and...

Page 80: ...environments that are excessively hot cold dusty or humid or where it will be exposed to magnetic fields or long periods of sunshine Such exposure may cause the product or your battery to fail catch f...

Page 81: ...sources available SI Battery OK solar available SR HA battery OK solar or Aux Solar available Fault on One or More Output Loads High Temperature Fault Battery Fault Solar Fault Other Fault Power Off L...

Page 82: ...www mdcusa com Ph 833 632 8721 78 Hub Assembly...

Page 83: ...www mdcusa com Ph 833 632 8721 79 Trailing Arm Bushes...

Page 84: ...s Inspect condition and torque to 125Nm 92ft lb 1 2 studs 140Nm 103ft lb 14mm studs alloy rims 200Nm 148ft 14mm studs steel rims Tires Inspect for abnormal wear damage and pressure General fixings Ens...

Page 85: ...and replace if necessary Wheel Nuts Inspect condition and torque to 125Nm 92ft lb 1 2 studs 140Nm 103ft lb 14mm studs alloy rims 200Nm 148ft lb 14mm studs steel rims Tires Inspect for abnormal wear d...

Page 86: ...tion and wear Replace split pin Wheel Nuts Inspect condition and torque to 125Nm 92ft lb 1 2 studs 140Nm 103ft lb 14mm studs alloy rims 200Nm 148ft 14mm studs steel rims Tires Inspect for abnormal wea...

Page 87: ...Check all structural fixing are secure Ventilation Inspect for obstruction and vents operating correctly Fire Extinguisher Inspect extinguisher is charged and within service date Smoke Alarm Test and...

Page 88: ...tion and torque to 125Nm 92ft lb 1 2 studs 140Nm 103ft lb 14mm studs alloy rims 200Nm 148ft 14mm studs steel rims Tires Inspect for abnormal wear damage and pressure Lights Check all lights are functi...

Page 89: ...eck stub axle condition and wear Replace split pin Wheel Nuts Inspect condition and torque to 125Nm 92ft lb 1 2 studs 140Nm 103ft lb 14mm studs alloy rims 200Nm 148ft 14mm studs steel rims Tires Inspe...

Page 90: ...Check all structural fixing are secure Ventilation Inspect for obstruction and vents operating correctly Fire Extinguisher Inspect extinguisher is charged and within service date Smoke Alarm Test and...

Page 91: ...tion and torque to 125Nm 92ft lb 1 2 studs 140Nm 103ft lb 14mm studs alloy rims 200Nm 148ft 14mm studs steel rims Tires Inspect for abnormal wear damage and pressure Lights Check all lights are functi...

Page 92: ...eck stub axle condition and wear Replace split pin Wheel Nuts Inspect condition and torque to 125Nm 92ft lb 1 2 studs 140Nm 103ft lb 14mm studs alloy rims 200Nm 148ft 14mm studs steel rims Tires Inspe...

Page 93: ...Check all structural fixing are secure Ventilation Inspect for obstruction and vents operating correctly Fire Extinguisher Inspect extinguisher is charged and within service date Smoke Alarm Test and...

Page 94: ...tion and torque to 125Nm 92ft lb 1 2 studs 140Nm 103ft lb 14mm studs alloy rims 200Nm 148ft 14mm studs steel rims Tires Inspect for abnormal wear damage and pressure Lights Check all lights are functi...

Page 95: ...eck stub axle condition and wear Replace split pin Wheel Nuts Inspect condition and torque to 125Nm 92ft lb 1 2 studs 140Nm 103ft lb 14mm studs alloy rims 200Nm 148ft 14mm studs steel rims Tires Inspe...

Page 96: ...Check all structural fixing are secure Ventilation Inspect for obstruction and vents operating correctly Fire Extinguisher Inspect extinguisher is charged and within service date Smoke Alarm Test and...

Page 97: ...tion and torque to 125Nm 92ft lb 1 2 studs 140Nm 103ft lb 14mm studs alloy rims 200Nm 148ft 14mm studs steel rims Tires Inspect for abnormal wear damage and pressure Lights Check all lights are functi...

Page 98: ...eck stub axle condition and wear Replace split pin Wheel Nuts Inspect condition and torque to 125Nm 92ft lb 1 2 studs 140Nm 103ft lb 14mm studs alloy rims 200Nm 148ft 14mm studs steel rims Tires Inspe...

Page 99: ...all structural fixing are secure Ventilation Inspect for obstruction and vents operating correctly Fire Extinguisher Inspect extinguisher is charged and within service date Smoke Alarm Test and inspe...

Page 100: ...tion and torque to 125Nm 92ft lb 1 2 studs 140Nm 103ft lb 14mm studs alloy rims 200Nm 148ft 14mm studs steel rims Tires Inspect for abnormal wear damage and pressure Lights Check all lights are functi...

Page 101: ...eck stub axle condition and wear Replace split pin Wheel Nuts Inspect condition and torque to 125Nm 92ft lb 1 2 studs 140Nm 103ft lb 14mm studs alloy rims 200Nm 148ft 14mm studs steel rims Tires Inspe...

Page 102: ...all structural fixing are secure Ventilation Inspect for obstruction and vents operating correctly Fire Extinguisher Inspect extinguisher is charged and within service date Smoke Alarm Test and inspec...

Page 103: ...tion and torque to 125Nm 92ft lb 1 2 studs 140Nm 103ft lb 14mm studs alloy rims 200Nm 148ft 14mm studs steel rims Tires Inspect for abnormal wear damage and pressure Lights Check all lights are functi...

Page 104: ...eck stub axle condition and wear Replace split pin Wheel Nuts Inspect condition and torque to 125Nm 92ft lb 1 2 studs 140Nm 103ft lb 14mm studs alloy rims 200Nm 148ft 14mm studs steel rims Tires Inspe...

Page 105: ...Check all structural fixing are secure Ventilation Inspect for obstruction and vents operating correctly Fire Extinguisher Inspect extinguisher is charged and within service date Smoke Alarm Test and...

Page 106: ...dcusa com Ph 833 632 8721 102 Trip Name Date Km Start Km Finish Cumulative Km Travel Record Your camper service record booklet and logbook will help you keep track of kilometres travels and service re...

Page 107: ...www mdcusa com Ph 833 632 8721 103 Trip Name Date Km Start Km Finish Cumulative Km...

Page 108: ...o not cover use by any other third party These Limited Warranties are valid from the original date of purchase only MDC may require you to provide proof of purchase in connection with any warranty cla...

Page 109: ...lace the defective Caravan or Camper trailer within a reasonable amount of time after you deliver the defective item to us No action to enforce this Limited Warranty may be commenced without prior wri...

Page 110: ...NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE USAGE OF TRADE OR COURSE OF DEALING 6 FACTORY SECONDS EX DEMONSTRATION AND DAMAGED GOODS a From time to time MDC...

Page 111: ...OR THEIR RESPECTIVE OFFICERS DIRECTORS EQUITY HOLDERS AGENTS VENDORS LICENSOR S EMPLOYEES OR REPRESENTATIVES MDC PARTIES BE LIABLE TO YOU OR ANY OTHER PARTY FOR ANY FOR SPECIAL ECONOMIC EXEMPLARY DIRE...

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