Fig. 3
3. Connect the caravan wiring system to the socket of the towing
vehicle. The caravan has a 13-pin connector compliant with ISO
11446.
NOTE !
The tow ball should measure
50
-0.39
mm and its horizontal axis
should be located 350
420 mm from the ground when the vehicle is
loaded to its permissible total weight.
4.2. LOADING
When loading, make sure that the load is evenly distributed in the caravan
and applies appropriate pressure on the tow ball. The load must be secured to
prevent it from moving. Heavy objects should be placed near the wheel axle (e.g.
in sofas).
Pressure applied on the tow ball should amount to approximately 4% of the
actual weight of the loaded caravan, but a load of about 25 kg ensures the correct
operation of the set while driving.
It is allowed to apply higher pressure, which should not exceed the
maximum value specified in the vehicle documentation and the caravan
homologation certificate.
NOTE !
If loading is not performed in accordance with the above rules, the
negative pressure applied on the coupling may result in the
disconnection of the coupling and the tow ball.
4.3. BEFORE DRIVING
1. Check if the coupling is properly hitched to the vehicle tow ball.
2. Check if the caravan lights are working properly.
3. Check if the load is properly distributed and secured against
movement.
4. Put the tables in the "sleeping" position.
5. Turn off all gas appliances.
6. Check the tightness of the fixing screws securing wheels.
7. Disconnect the jockey wheel or pull it upwards as far as possible, pointing
the wheel towards the caravan, and lock it in that position.
8. Lift the folding supports as much as possible.
9. Check if all doors, windows and the roof vent are properly closed.
NOTE !
The roof vent must be shut tightly when driving.
In addition, the following advice and recommendations should be followed:
- to avoid damaging clothing and bedding by rubbing against the edges of
furniture, they should be transported in covers,
- water containers should be emptied before each trip to avoid
unnecessary loading of the caravan,
- when camping on sloping terrain, it is necessary to place chocks under
both wheels and apply the parking brake,
- when parking the caravan on soft ground, place pads of at least
200x200 mm under the folding supports.
4.4. DRIVING
When driving, remember that:
–
the braking distance of the vehicle-caravan set is greater than that of the
vehicle alone,
–
it is important not to drive the vehicle at full speed at all times and maintain
an increased distance from other vehicles to be able to increase speed in
the event of slippage,
–
exercise particular caution at turnings, especially if the surface is wet.
4.5. UNHITCHING
1. Disconnect the wiring system, place the plug in the holder.
2. Disconnect the breakaway cable.
3. Unhitch the caravan from the tow ball of the vehicle.
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