Xplore 304, Manual

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GENERAL SAFETY
GENERAL SAFETY
Please read before using your new
caravan.
In order for you to get the most out of your
new caravan it is necessary for you to be
aware of the following:
(i)
Do not obstruct ventilators and clean
them regularly, it is advisable to clean
and check all the ventilators annually
for blockages and where necessary
rectify any blockages found.
(ii) Inspect the high pressure flexible gas
hose (available from your retailer)
regularly for deterioration and renew
as necessary, with an approved type,
in any case no later than the expiry
date stated on the hose.
(iii) Ensure the gas supply and all
appliances are turned off before towing
your caravan.
(iv) If your caravan has been fitted with a
gas BBQ point it must be only used for
its intended purpose.
Do not use a
gas barbeque within an awning.
(v) Never allow modification to your gas or
electrical system unless qualified
persons carry them out. All
modification to the gas system should
be carried out by a Gas Safe
Register™ approved gas fitter. Any
modifications carried out on the
electrical system must be carried out
by a suitably qualified electrician.
Never use portable cooking or heating
equipment inside your caravan. Do not
use your fitted cooking equipment as
heating at any time.
(vi) In the interest of safety, replacement
parts for an appliance should conform
to the appliance manufacturer’s
specifications and must be fitted by
them or an authorised agent.
(vii) If you suspect there is a gas leak
please open all the windows then
vacate the caravan. Turn off the gas
container if safe to do so, then contact
your nearest Erwin Hymer Group UK
Retailer to arrange for them to check
the gas system.
(viii) Never exceed your caravans Maximum
Technical Permissible Laden Mass.
(see Caravan Towing Vehicle Weight
Ratio).
(ix) Ensure heavy and large items are
secured before towing your new
caravan to reduce the risk of damage
being caused while the caravan is in
motion.
(x) Pull out/lift up worktop extensions,
where fitted, are only designed to take
a maximum weight of 6kgs.
(xi) When your caravan is connected to
your towing vehicle it should be level
or slightly nose down.
(xii) Where high level bunks are fitted, care
should be taken when used by
children. The protection against falling
out must be in place when the bunk is
used.
(xiii) When your caravan is loaded to its
MTPLM and the weight distributed in
accordance with the handbook, your
caravan is designed to be towed at a
maximum speed of 100kmh/60mph.
(xiv) It is illegal to tow your caravan
whilst it is occupied.
(xv) If your caravan is fitted with a lift up or
high level bunk it is designed for a
maximum weight of 11 stone and is not
suitable for children under 6 years old
without supervision.
(xvi) Do not leave children under 14 years
of age unattended in your caravan.
(xvii) Your vehicles MIRO is calculated with
no water on board. To travel with water
you must take account of the water in
your vehicle payload. 1 litre of water =
1Kg.
(xviii) Where a dividing curtain is fitted or
provided, please ensure when not in
use it is stored in the position furthest
away from any cooking equipment or
in the storage housing if provided.