towing code
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preparInG For tHe road
pre-load cHecKlIst
caution: never enter the caravan without
first lowering the four corner steadies with
the brace provided .
beFore loadInG cHecK:
- loose articles are stowed securely. Do
not stow tins, bottles or heavy items in
overhead lockers prior to towing.
- all lockers and cupboard doors are closed
and secured.
- all bunks are secure.
- all rooflights are closed and secured.
- main table is stored in its transit position.
- fridge is on 12V operation and door lock
is set.
- all windows are fully closed and latched.
Never tow with windows on night setting.
Leave all curtains and blinds open to aid
rear visibility.
- gas cylinders are correctly positioned,
secured and turned off.
- battery is secure and mains connecting
cable is disconnected and stowed.
- 12V distribution panel selector switch is set
to the van position.
(a)
(c)
Fig . a loading your caravan
(b)
(d)
WarnInG: the fridge will only operate
in transit when the 12v distribution panel
selector switch is in the ‘van’ position .
WarnInG: turn off gas appliances except
those heating appliances designed to
function while the vehicle is in motion .
WarnInG: do not travel with televisions
or microwaves in overhead lockers unless
the appliance was supplied fitted to your
caravan by the manufacturer .
loadInG and dIstrIbutIon oF WeIGHt
In tHe caravan
Do not exceed recommended maximum
loading for your caravan.
Fig . a sensible loading
How to apportion it
1. Load heavy items low down near the floor
and mainly over or just in front of the
axle(s) (Fig. A).
Light
Medium
Heavy
