Bailey Discovery 100, Руководство пользователя

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Caravan & Tow Vehicle
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Reduce speed in high winds, cross winds, downhill or in poor visibility.
High sided vehicles such as lorries or coaches can cause air buffeting, so extra care must be taken
when passing or being passed. Give as much
space as is possible between your caravan and the high
sided vehicle.
2.3.6 Mirrors
The Law requires the driver of the towing vehicle to have an adequate view to the rear.
If there is no rear view through the caravan windows it may be necessary to have additional exterior
towing mirrors fitted to provide a view along both sides of the caravan. In some countries these additional
mirrors are a legal requirement.
Any rear view mirror must not project more than 200mm outside...
* the width of the caravan when being towed
* the width of the towing vehicle when driven solo
Any additional rear view mirror fitted shall be of an approved European type and cover the field of view
as stipulated by the regulations.
2.3.7 Passengers
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Passengers are forbidden to ride in a caravan at any time.
2.3.8 Snaking
This is a term used to denote an unstable car and caravan combination where the caravan ‘weaves’
from side to side often causing a similar swaying movement in the car itself. Possible causes are:
i. Insufficient tyre pressures on either caravan or tow vehicle.
ii. Tow vehicle too light or otherwise unsuitable.
iii. Incorrect loading or weight distribution.
iv. Excessive speed especially downhill.
v. Side winds.
vi. Overtaking.
vii. Being overtaken by a high-sided vehicle.
viii. Erratic driving.
ix. Mixing radial and cross ply tyres.
x. Nose of caravan is towing too high.
xi. Insufficient noseweight.
For best stability aim at an 85% ratio of weights (see page 2-2).