Explorer Group 2005 AVANTE, Руководство пользователя

Страница: 85 / 133

MAIN COMPONENTS
The following is a brief description of the
main components used in your caravan.
More comprehensive descriptions can be
found in the equipment manufacturers
literature held in the Owner's Information
Pack.
BPW CHASSIS
BPW are one of the largest producers of
caravan chassis in Europe. The chassis is
galvanised special steel fitted with
neidhart axles and suspension system.
For 2003 models the Expolorer Group
Limited are utilising the new BPW V-TEC
Chassis System.
BRAKING SYSTEM
The Braking System comprises a rod-
operated overrunning device with
expander mechanism and adjuster box.
An automatic reversing system with a
spring loaded reverse lever is attached to
the adjuster box. The system also
incorporates a link device, which gives
added safety to the handbrake operation
when parking on a reverse slope or steep
hill. Brake adjustment instructions are
given in the maintenance section of this
guide.
BODY SHELL
Caravan bodies are constructed from the
highest quality materials. The floor is
constructed from a W B P plywood
sandwich, impregnated with anti- damp
and rot compounds and adhesives.
The walls comprise an insulated foam
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' presses are
employed to produce the extremely well
insulated, robust, yet lightweight sections.
Windows are all of a double glazed acrylic
construction and the door frames are
extruded aluminium. The gas bottle locker
is an integral moulded glass fibre or
acrylic capped ABS construction for
strength and lightness.
Each caravan is fitted, as standard, with
an awning channel as an integral part of
the near- and/or off-side aluminium roof
and body side moulding. If it is found
necessary to fit additional attachments,
care must be taken to ensure that any
holes which are drilled in the outside of
the body are correctly sealed.
Awnings which employ rubber sucker
attachments rather than screw fixings are
recommended.
On NO account should screw threads
longer than 5/8th inch (15mm) be
permitted to enter the shell sandwich
(from inside). Ensure that all screws are of
the self tapping type.
No screw or any other object should be
permitted to enter the ceiling of your new
caravan.
Note: Holes should not be drilled
into the chassis. When purchasing
a stabiliser, consult your retailer
who will advise on the correct type
to fit.
84
Caravan Construction - Main Components