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Owners Handbook

2005 Touring Caravans

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Page 1: ...Owners Handbook 2005 Touring Caravans...

Page 2: ...linds Flyscreens TV Radio Antenna Doors Bed Make Up CARE MAINTENANCE Care of your Caravan Maintenance of you Caravan STORAGE WARRANTY CODE OF PRACTICE Water Ingress CUSTOMER OBLIGATION Servicing CARAV...

Page 3: ...s Information Pack By following the instructions provided in this handbook and maintaining your caravan in a first class roadworthy condition you are sure to have many years of carefree use To ensure...

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Page 5: ...s Maximum Technical Permissible Laden Mass 7 Never exceed the caravan or your cars maximum nose weight whichever is the lower 8 Care shall be taken against the risk of falling out when children especi...

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Page 7: ...should ensure that All lockers and cupboard doors are closed and secured All bunks are secure if appropriate The main dining table is stored in its transit position If any fresh food is stored in the...

Page 8: ...locking device to engage automatically WINTERHOFF STABILISER HITCH HEAD OPERATION Coupling The opened ball coupling is placed on the coupling ball of the towing vehicle The support load and possible a...

Page 9: ...iliser When the caravan has been hooked up and the stabiliser activated the condition of the friction linings can be checked The wear indicator located on the top of the operating lever displays a bar...

Page 10: ...to engage the caravan s brakes without any hindrance to its action if the main coupling of the caravan separates from the towing vehicle It should never become taut during normal use CORRECT PROCEDURE...

Page 11: ...hat it can drag on the ground Leave it too loose and the cable may scrape along the ground and be weakened so that it fails before doing its job Plug in the electrical connections from the tow car Ens...

Page 12: ...roficiency at reversing can only be achieved with practice SPEED LIMITS Normal road towing 50mph Motorways including dual carriageways 60mph SETTING OFF Let the clutch in smoothly Allow more engine sp...

Page 13: ...leveller jack and adjust the height until the spirit level shows that the caravan is laterally level Ramp Reverse onto your pitch about a foot further back than you wish to end up Then place the level...

Page 14: ...It is important that the caravan is correctly levelled to ensure the correct working of the refrigerator cooker etc Now that your caravan is level place the caravan step in front of the door ensuring...

Page 15: ...ay contaminate your water supply the next time you use it and place the submersible pump into the fresh water container ensuring it is fully submerged before operating the system For information on us...

Page 16: ...end of the season it is advisable to use a sterilising fluid e g Chempro SDP or similar It is recommended that for this operation an old filter is fitted as the fluid reduces the effectiveness of a no...

Page 17: ...he life of the pump will be reduced 2 Before winter storage the water system must be completely drained and the filter cartridge removed to avoid any retained water within the filter freezing The filt...

Page 18: ...2 Place tap next to the tank into the centre position See diagram below Pipe Tap Pipe 3 Connect waterline to water inlet on side of caravan 4 Turn on waterline 5 While the waterline is in use the pump...

Page 19: ...ter located next to the water heater 5 Open all taps and remove all plugs from sinks and showers Lever operated taps should have the lever put into the up position 6 Open the drain outlets on the outs...

Page 20: ...at temperatures as low as 40 C and is therefore suitable for all winter caravanning CONNECTION Make sure that heating and cooking appliances and gas cylinders are switched off Your new Explorer Group...

Page 21: ...not poisonous Bi products are harmless LPG is dangerous if all air and oxygen is excluded LPG has been given a smell by the manufacturers in order to identify leaks The gas is heavier than air and the...

Page 22: ...ctions for each gas appliance contained in your Owners Information Pack Please ensure that any gas hose left unconnected is protected from dirt or other foreign bodies entering the hose GAS BARBECUE P...

Page 23: ...icity inlet provided on the caravan and insert the female connector of the flexible orange supply cable 4 Locate the site supply and remove any cover from the socket outlet provided at the supply poin...

Page 24: ...certain way of making equipment safe is to unplug it A means of checking the polarity of the mains supply when overseas is useful There are available several proprietary makes of equipment for the pu...

Page 25: ...llation should be inspected and tested and a report on its condition obtained as prescribed in the Regulations for Electrical Installations published by the Institute of Electrical Engineers MAINS UNI...

Page 26: ...our loading exceeds the site supply it may trip the site circuit breaker Please check the available mains output with your site operator The following items need to be added together if used simultane...

Page 27: ...ht be switched off prior to cleaning LOW LEVEL VENTILATION Low level ventilation is provided under the front chest of drawers except in an L shape layout where it can be found either in the nearside o...

Page 28: ...nal items 2 Raise the alarm Call the fire brigade 3 Turn off gas container valve if safe to do so FIRE RETARDANT FOAMS Under the Condition of the Consumer Protection Act 1987 the manufacturer has a re...

Page 29: ...es Why Use Microdots In order for the Police to successfully prosecute it is necessary to identify the true owner of stolen property Marking your property with Microdots is the easiest way to ensure y...

Page 30: ...a note of this number in the space provided at the front of this guide and make a separate note of the number to keep safe at home CRiS issues Touring Caravan Registration Documents which are the equi...

Page 31: ...the best electronic protection available Each caravan alarm is installed with a Passive Infrared Detector PIR a wireless sensor that detects movement in the caravan and transmits a radio signal to th...

Page 32: ...ansmit a radio signal to the alarm module if the alarm is on the siren will sound LEG SENSOR The leg sensor will detect the corner stabilising leg being raised or lowered and transmit a radio signal t...

Page 33: ...ngle and double beep sequence is repeated If you want audible indication remove touch key after a single beep is heard If you don t want audible indication remove touch key after a double beep is hear...

Page 34: ...When the LED flashes trigger the sensor to be changed The siren will beep Confirm the desired zone by pressing the small panic button for at home or the large arm disarm for away zone BATTERIES PIR SE...

Page 35: ...eries and insert the new batteries observing the correct polarity as marked on the inside of the remote casing DO NOT LEAVE BATTERY REPLACE MENT TO THE LAST MOMENT BATTERY LOW INDICATION The LED on th...

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Page 37: ...near the exterior door ODYSSEY OMEGA The control panel operates the main 12V system via the master switch This switch is in the on position when the I symbol is depressed It also gives a voltage readi...

Page 38: ...on the internal pump to feed the taps and shower SPACE HEATER AND WATER HEATER CONTROLS This unit contains both the controls for the Ultraheat space heater and the Ultrastore water heater Full details...

Page 39: ...ortant operating notes prior to starting The caravan owner is responsible for correct operation of the appliance GAS HEATER IMPORTANT OPERATING NOTES 1 Underfloor combustion air intakes must be kept c...

Page 40: ...it If air has got into the gas line it may take up to two minutes before gas is available for combustion During this period the operating handle should be kept pressed down and the pressure igniter co...

Page 41: ...ind otherwise satisfactory temperature control cannot be guaranteed Gas Heater Switching Off Turn the control switch to 0 the automatic ignition will switch off at the same time If the unit is not use...

Page 42: ...ol knob c to the desired room temperature The thermostat setting on the control panel 1 9 must be determined individually depending on the heating requirement and the size of caravan For an average ro...

Page 43: ...ease the temperature and to the right to reduce the temperature BATHROOM TAPS AND SHOWERS CRUSADER RALLYE OMEGA ODYSSEY The Crusader Rallye Omega and Odyssey are fitted with the Reich Kama mixer tap w...

Page 44: ...turning the separate hot and cold taps To get the desired water temperature turn on both hot and cold taps PLEASE NOTE A When only the hot water tap is turned on the temperature of the water can be ve...

Page 45: ...CAUTION Only use one source of energy at a time OVEN HOB GRILL For full operational instructions refer to oven or hob grill manufacturer s instructions supplied with the appliance WARNINGS 1 Caustic...

Page 46: ...erent smoke alarm to the one illustrated may be fitted subject to availability but it still meets the criteria above For further information on use of the alarm battery replacement testing etc refer t...

Page 47: ...ion as instructed Replace cap and fold arm away 7 Slide back into locker until catch locks 8 Close and lock door WARNING Cold Weather Use to prevent freezing during cold weather use add anti freeze to...

Page 48: ...oning compressor runs during the refrigerating phase if switched on and off at once it may get damaged Therefore it is very important to wait at least 3 minutes before attempting to switch it on again...

Page 49: ...er approx 150mm c Swivel the metal bar towards the glass dome and snap into its holder d To close the glass dome proceed with steps a c in reverse order 2 To open in the intermediate position a Open t...

Page 50: ...lease consult your supplying dealer if you have any problems or defects Remove any snow ice or dirt before opening the roof Do not open when it rains or when there is a strong wind CARE INSTRUCTIONS C...

Page 51: ...NING In order to open the Polyplastic window it is only necessary to move the catch upwards and release the catch from the backing plate SEITZ WINDOW OPENING In order to open the Seitz window you must...

Page 52: ...creen should not be left in the down position when the caravan is not in use or throughout the winter as the memory of the mechanism may be lost DOOR FLYSCREEN IF FITTED The exterior door flyscreen ca...

Page 53: ...into your Radio Routing the Coaxial Cable Coaxial Cable is quite fragile and must be handled withcare Pleasecomplywiththefollowing asfailure to do so will severely affect performance 1 Should the coa...

Page 54: ...ntly fitted Status can be easily removed leaving only the Mounting Foot and rubber gaiter 1 Unplug the antenna from the Power Pack 2 Loosen the Mast Locking Collar and Wall Bracket and lift off whilst...

Page 55: ...he quality of the picture see Interference 2 Red LED Light Should the red LED on the Power Pack not light first try unplugging the cable connected to the Antenna Dome from the ANT IN socket If the LED...

Page 56: ...ock Push again to release From the inside of the washroom you will need to pull the handle towards yourself to lock the door To release the lock from inside the washroom pull the catch outwards again...

Page 57: ...lling the handle towards you whith moderate force is sufficient to open the locker door and hold it in the open position SLIDING DOORS Solid sliding doors are fitted with a sprung metal catch which ho...

Page 58: ...the seat cushions appropriately Diagram 2 Removal of sofa back rest cushions will provide single beds BUNK BEDS Please follow diagram 3 to assemble All high level beds will take a maximum weight of 75...

Page 59: ...rubbing compound such as T cut To help keep your GRP components looking almost like new it is wise to wash the parts monthly or more frequently using mild dishwashing detergent but avoid using strong...

Page 60: ...with a good quality wax or spray polish Use a damp cloth to clean melanate laminated surfaces CARPETS UPHOLSTERY AND CURTAINS Vacuum clean carpets and upholstery to ensure a long life Marks on cushio...

Page 61: ...ainers should be inverted whilst stored overnight if possible 7 Containers must be filled with mains water only and mains water only should be used for the above cleaning procedure 8 On no account sho...

Page 62: ...to other road users According to Section 19 Subsection 2 of the StVZO German Highway Code this applied to axles wheel brakes and the entire braking system All essential parts of the wheel brake are d...

Page 63: ...safety feature of Click On when fully located on the towing ball Lower drawbar jockey wheel to the ground Reverse the car up to the trailer or in the case of a small trailer manoeuvre the trailer up t...

Page 64: ...and remove the open ball coupling device in this position from the ball MAINTENANCE WORK 1 Check wheel bolts for firm seating after the first run under load conditions likewise after each wheel chang...

Page 65: ...g bore Tighten the adjusting nuts item C on wheel brakes with a screwdriver item B or a wrench by using the adjusting bolt item D until the wheel locks up Centre the brake shoes by actuating the parki...

Page 66: ...le nut Tightening torque 280 Nm No bearing play adjustment If noticeable bearing play is felt the ECO Compact bearing should be replaced 5 Check hub caps for firm seating every 2000 3000 kilometres 12...

Page 67: ...les s then every 5000 km 3100 miles Apply general purpose grease via the grease nipples until fresh grease can be seen emerging by the bushes 3 Deviation lever initially every 2000 3000 km 1240 to 186...

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Page 71: ...d and inflation data This information relates to the use of the tyre on cars It is dangerous to drive with under inflated tyres The pressures cold recommended by the manufacturers should be regarded a...

Page 72: ...en using a calibrated Torque Wrench to 92 Nm on all M12 wheel bolts in sequence i e North South East West NOT clock or anti clockwise Remember to over tighten is just as dangerous as to under tighten...

Page 73: ...ts have been screwed in as far as possible by hand each bolt should be tightened gradually in sequence The wheels of the trailer will not rotate during tightening as they are held by rigid by the whee...

Page 74: ...wheel and its clamping mechanism are capable of withstanding is Part 205678 150kg Part 205736 200kg Wheel dia 240mm Lubrication Fig 16 Lubricate the Jockey Wheel Lightly oil the wheel axle and screw...

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Page 77: ...ake Security Lowering and locking the corner steadies and removing the wheels reduces the risk of caravan theft CARAVAN COVERS Caravan covers may be used to protect your new Explorer Group Caravan pro...

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Page 79: ...d or discretion but is not obliged to do so PARTS COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY FOR YEARS 1 3 Subject to the specific exclusions in years 2 and 3 set out below all original components of the caravan includ...

Page 80: ...hall not be put out to hire reward or any other commercial use or used in any timed race 9 That the caravan shall be used only for its ordinary and intended purpose and shall not be subjected to any c...

Page 81: ...e examined on its own merit Explorer will decide the amount of contribution towards the remedial work costs Customers exchanging their current Explorer Group model for a new Explorer Group model will...

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Page 83: ...As with motor vehicle service documents not only will the proof of regular servicing enhance your caravan resale value but in the unlikely event of any defect appearing at some later date a properly s...

Page 84: ...nd following Explorer Group procedures Explorer will also undertake to supply certain specialist repairers with the necessary spare parts In this case your selected repairer must contact the PARTS DEP...

Page 85: ...sandwich having pre coated aluminium exterior surface and vinyl coated plywood interior finish Wooden framing is positioned within the sandwich to add strength The very latest state of the art presse...

Page 86: ...ited are classified as Grade 2 in accordance with BSEN 1645 part 1 for thermal Insulation and heating This will allow the Interior temperature to be maintained at 20 C when the exterior ambient temper...

Page 87: ...LECTRIC FITTINGS CLIPSAL BEIGE CORONA BLACK AVANTE CASSETTE BLINDS SEITZ SERIES 2000 TOILET THETFORD ODYSSEY AND OMEGA FRIDGE ELECTROLUX 7270 HEATER TRUMA ULTRAHEAT AUTO INTERNAL BLOWN AIR SYST YES WA...

Page 88: ...APS KITCHEN REICH CHROME RALLYE CRUSADER TREND BUCCANEER SOFT GOLD SHOWER EQUIPMENT REICH CHROME TAPS VANITY REICH CHROME PELIKAN RALLYE CRUSADER KAMA BUCCANEER WATER FILTER PUMP CRYSTAL MAXI W LINE 1...

Page 89: ...mm GRN OR 1 5mm RD 4 0mm RED4 0mm GREEN 2 5mm BL BRN 2 5mm BL BRN 2 5mm RD BRN 4 0mm OR OR WHI BRN WHITE BROWN GR OR GREEN ORANGE BLK NEGS LINKED RED4 0mm BL BRN 1 5mm BLK GRN BLK WHI BRN RED OR RED 1...

Page 90: ...OFFSIDE FRONT LIGHTS 9 WAY CONNECTOR NEARSIDE SIDE MARKER LIGHT NEARSIDE TAIL LIGHTS BLUE YELLOW BLACK RED WHITE FOG FLASH TAIL STOP WHITE NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS OFFSIDE SIDE MARKER LIGHT OFFSIDE TAIL L...

Page 91: ...m GRN OR 1 5mm RD 4 0mm RED4 0mm GREEN 2 5mm BL BRN 2 5mm BL BRN 2 5mm RD BRN 4 0mm OR OR WHI BRN WHITE BROWN GR OR GREEN ORANGE BLK NEGS LINKED RED4 0mm BL BRN 1 5mm BLK GRN BLK WHI BRN RED OR RED 15...

Page 92: ...OFFSIDE FRONT LIGHTS 9 WAY CONNECTOR NEARSIDE SIDE MARKER LIGHT NEARSIDE TAIL LIGHTS BLUE YELLOW BLACK RED WHITE FOG FLASH TAIL STOP WHITE NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS OFFSIDE SIDE MARKER LIGHT OFFSIDE TAIL LI...

Page 93: ...R 1 5mm RD BRN 4 0mm BLK WHI YEL RD 12 S PLUG COLOUR CODE RD RED WHI WHITE WHI BRN WHITE BROWN BL BRN BLUE BROWN GR OR GREEN ORANGE GRN GREEN OR ORANGE RD BL RED BLUE BL BLUE YEL YELLOW RD BRN RED BRO...

Page 94: ...OFFSIDE FRONT LIGHTS 9 WAY CONNECTOR NEARSIDE SIDE MARKER LIGHT NEARSIDE TAIL LIGHTS BLUE YELLOW BLACK RED WHITE FOG FLASH TAIL STOP WHITE NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS OFFSIDE SIDE MARKER LIGHT OFFSIDE TAIL LI...

Page 95: ...ED 1 0mm RD BL 1 0mm GRN 1 0mm OR 1 5mm RD BRN 4 0mm BLK WHI YEL RD 12 S PLUG COLOUR CODE RD RED WHI WHITE WHI BRN WHITE BROWN BL BRN BLUE BROWN GR OR GREEN ORANGE GRN GREEN OR ORANGE RD BL RED BLUE B...

Page 96: ...OFFSIDE FRONT LIGHTS 9 WAY CONNECTOR NEARSIDE SIDE MARKER LIGHT NEARSIDE TAIL LIGHTS BLUE YELLOW BLACK RED WHITE FOG FLASH TAIL STOP WHITE NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS OFFSIDE SIDE MARKER LIGHT OFFSIDE TAIL L...

Page 97: ...EL YELLOW RD BRN RED BROWN NEGS LINKED REVERSING LIGHT RED4 0mm BL BRN 1 5mm BLK GRN GRN GRN BLK WHI BRN RED OR RED WHI FUSE HOUSING 15 A 15 A 15 A 10 A 10 A 1A 5A 5A 5A 5A 10 A 10 A CONNECTING HOUSIN...

Page 98: ...NECTOR NEARSIDE SIDE MARKER LIGHT NEARSIDE TAIL LIGHTS BLUE YELLOW BLACK RED WHITE FOG FLASH TAIL STOP WHITE NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS OFFSIDE SIDE MARKER LIGHT OFFSIDE TAIL LIGHTS WHITE BROWN BLACK BLUE GR...

Page 99: ...YEL YELLOW RD BRN RED BROWN NEGS LINKED REVERSING LIGHT RED4 0mm BL BRN 1 5mm BLK GRN GRN GRN BLK WHI BRN RED OR RED WHI FUSE HOUSING 15 A 15 A 15 A 10 A 10 A 1A 5A 5A 5A 5A 10 A 10 A CONNECTING HOUS...

Page 100: ...NECTOR NEARSIDE SIDE MARKER LIGHT NEARSIDE TAIL LIGHTS BLUE YELLOW BLACK RED WHITE FOG FLASH TAIL STOP WHITE NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS OFFSIDE SIDE MARKER LIGHT OFFSIDE TAIL LIGHTS WHITE BROWN BLACK BLUE GR...

Page 101: ...EL YELLOW RD BRN RED BROWN NEGS LINKED REVERSING LIGHT RED4 0mm BL BRN 1 5mm BLK GRN GRN GRN BLK WHI BRN RED OR RED WHI FUSE HOUSING 15 A 15 A 15 A 10 A 10 A 1A 5A 5A 5A 5A 10 A 10 A CONNECTING HOUSIN...

Page 102: ...S WIRING DIAGRAM Y B REV REV Y B WHITE WHEN FITTED YELLOW FROM 12S PLUG YELLOW BLACK GREEN 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 WHITE GREEN BLUE BLACK YELLOW RED BROWN GREEN WHITE BLUE BLACK YELLOW RED BROWN BLACK NEARSIDE...

Page 103: ...2054 x 1332mm 1 x Single 2129 x 710mm 1 x Single 1830 x 673mm FRONT 6 0 x 2 2 5 6 0 x 2 2 5 6 6 x 4 1 6 0 x 2 2 5 6 0 x 2 2 5 6 9 x 4 4 6 11 5 x 2 4 6 0 x 2 2 5 2 x Single 1830 x 745mm 1 x Single 183...

Page 104: ...80mm 1 x Double 1984 x 1480mm 1 x Double 1984 x 1480mm 6 6 x 4 10 6 6 x 4 10 6 6 x 4 10 6 6 x 4 10 1 x Double 1984 x 1207mm 1 x Single 1800 x 635mm 6 6 x 3 11 5 5 11 x 2 1 1 x Single 1822 x 570mm 1 x...

Page 105: ...ble 2054 x 1430mm 6 9 x 4 10 6 9 x 4 10 6 9 x 4 10 6 9 x 4 10 AND 6 9 x 4 8 1 x Single 1800 x 635mm 1 x Double 2054 x 1325mm 2 x Single 1830 x 690mm 1 x Double 1970 x 1340mm 5 11 x 2 1 6 9 x 4 4 6 x 2...

Page 106: ...1830 x 673mm 1 x Double 2054 x 1332mm 1 x Single 2129 x 710mm 1 x Single 1830 x 673mm FRONT 6 0 x 2 2 5 6 0 x 2 2 5 6 6 x 4 1 6 0 x 2 2 5 6 0 x 2 2 5 6 9 x 4 4 6 11 5 x 2 4 6 0 x 2 2 5 2 x Single 183...

Page 107: ...480mm 1 x Double 1984 x 1480mm 6 6 x 4 10 6 6 x 4 10 6 6 x 4 10 6 6 x 4 10 1 x Double 1984 x 1207mm 1 x Single 1800 x 635mm 6 6 x 3 11 5 5 11 x 2 1 1 x Single 1822 x 570mm 1 x Single 1655 x 570mm 5 11...

Page 108: ...Double 2054 x 1430mm 6 9 x 4 10 6 9 x 4 10 6 9 x 4 10 6 9 x 4 10 AND 6 9 x 4 8 1 x Single 1800 x 635mm 1 x Double 2054 x 1325mm 2 x Single 1830 x 690mm 1 x Double 1970 x 1340mm 5 11 x 2 1 6 9 x 4 4 6...

Page 109: ...R 14 102 185 R 14 102 175 65 R 14 82 175 65 R 14 82 Tyre Pressure 64psi 64psi 65psi 36psi 36psi Brake Size 250 40 250 40 200 50 200 50 200 50 Awning Sizes Ground to Ground 9590mm 31 5 5 9732mm 31 11 9...

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Page 111: ...rands and model types each Retailer sells You will need to contact the Retailer directly to find out if they have a particular model in stock or on order Q CAN I PURCHASE A HANDBOOK AND HOW MUCH DOES...

Page 112: ...of your caravan along with your full name and address if a written reply is required Q CAN YOU TELL ME THE SECOND HAND PRICE OF MY CARAVAN A Unfortunately as a manufacture we are not involved in the s...

Page 113: ...2S electrics socket and a third number plate to go on the back of your caravan are all legal requirements With effect from 1 October 1982 UK law also requires that a safety device be fitted to a perma...

Page 114: ...nd then we would suggest that the physical measurement should be obtained by threading a piece of string through the awning channel from ground to ground and then by measuring the string Your awning m...

Page 115: ...but this is not sufficient to fully charge a discharged leisure battery Q MY INTERIOR LIGHTS ARE NOT WORKING WHAT DO I DO A It is possible that all of the 230V mains electrical equipment may not be o...

Page 116: ...availability from our suppliers Q WHY DON T YOU STOCK PARTS AT THE EXPLORER GROUP FACTORY A Due to the volume of models we produce it is not possible for us to maintain stock levels of every individua...

Page 117: ...ate the 3 year Explorer Group warranty cannot be extended but most Retailers offer comprehensive packages and these are sold as an insurance based policy Please consult your nearest Retailer or MB G I...

Page 118: ...ase If the original date of purchase was before 1 September 2002 you will need to contact MB G Insurance details of which can be found in your extended warranty policy booklet Q I HAVE A PROBLEM WITH...

Page 119: ...tz I cycle per second ISO International Standards Organisation KG Kilogram KPH Kilometres per hours LI Load Index LPG Liquefied Petroleum Gas LTRS Litres Mbar Milibar MCB Miniature Circuit Breaker MIR...

Page 120: ...operates via the mains hook up and also has the ability to recharge from the towcar s alternator while travelling BERTH S Sleeping place Refers to the number of people a caravan can accommodate for s...

Page 121: ...shroom on the other ESSENTIAL HABITATION EQUIPMENT Those items and fluids required for the safe and proper functioning of the equipment for habitation as defined by the manufacturer of the caravan Thi...

Page 122: ...ined by the manufacturer LAYOUT Interior design Where furniture units are placed in relation to each other LEISURE BATTERY Sometimes termed auxiliary battery Supplies the power for the caravan electri...

Page 123: ...allocated for the use of one outfit Most sites will be arranged with defined pitches PROPANE Gas used in colder conditions Usually supplied in red cylinders RCD Residual Current Device Part of the el...

Page 124: ...ond axle helps carry the greater weight more easily and also makes a longer caravan more stable to tow See also single axle USER PAYLOAD The weight of all items carried in the caravan U SHAPED SETTEE...

Page 125: ...paces Ventilation 20 B Bathroom Taps 42 Battery Installation 24 Battery Maintenance 24 Bed Make Up 57 Bicycle Rack Fitting 113 Body Shell 84 BPW Chassis 84 BPW Chassis Maintenance 61 BPW Rubber Suspen...

Page 126: ...Lists 86 Explorer Protect 30 Exterior Doors 55 External Loading Checks 6 F Feder 13 Pin Plug And Socket 75 Fire 27 Fire Extinguishers 27 Fire Retardant Foams 27 Fitting Accessories 113 Flyscreens 51...

Page 127: ...ad Light Wiring Diagram 93 Odyssey Technical Specification 103 Omega Equipment List 86 Omega Electrical Control Panels 36 Omega Internal Wiring Diagrams 94 Omega Road Light Wiring Diagram 95 Omega Tec...

Page 128: ...l Routine Maintenance 15 Truma Crystal Sterilising 15 Truma Space Heater Operation 38 TV Aerial 52 Tyre Pressure 70 Tyre Pressures 113 Tyre Sizes 113 Tyre Wear And Damage 70 Tyres 70 U Upholstery Clea...

Page 129: ...ons SECTION A CHASSIS 1 Brakes 2 Suspension 3 Axles and Hubs 4 Tyres and pressures 5 Wheel nuts 6 Towing hitch and reverse 7 Jockey wheel 8 Breakaway chain 9 Corner steadies 10 Adjusted and lubricated...

Page 130: ...d SERVICE DATE RETAILER S STAMP I We certify that an annual service has been carried out in accordance with the manufacturers and National Caravan Council recommendations 3rd SERVICE DATE RETAILER S S...

Page 131: ...1th SERVICE DATE RETAILER S STAMP I We certify that an annual service has been carried out in accordance with the manufacturers and National Caravan Council recommendations 12th SERVICE DATE RETAILER...

Page 132: ...CHILTINGTON MAGNUM CLASSIC GOODWOOD AMBERLEY PENTARA ALL EXPLORER GROUP RETAILER SPECIALS ARE BASED ON OUR CURRENT BASE MODELS FOR DETAILS ON THE EQUIPMENT FITTED AND HOW TO OPERATE THEM PLEASE CHECK...

Page 133: ...a of the caravan Changing market and supply situations may prevent the manufacturer from maintaining the exact specifications and details in this handbook and we therefore reserve the right to alter s...

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