Lunar Caravans 2016 Ariva, Руководство пользователя

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PREPARING FOR THE ROAD
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PRE-LOAD CHECKLIST
CAUTION: Never enter the caravan
without first lowering the four corner
steadies with the brace provided.
CHECK THAT:
-
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
nightsetting. Leave all curtains and
blinds open to aid rear visibility.
- gas cylinders are correctly positioned,
secured and turned off.
- battery is secure.
- wheelnuts for tightness.
- tyre pressures and condition of tyres.
LOADING AND DISTRIBUTION OF
WEIGHT IN THE CARAVAN
Do not exceed recommended maximum
loading for your caravan.
1. Load evenly right to left.
2. Do not load items at the extreme rear
since this can lead to instability due to the
‘pendulum effect’.
3. Load remainder to give a suitable
noseweight at the towing coupling.
4. Please ensure that your noseweight falls in
accordance with the towing vehicle's towball
weight limit and doesn't exceed 100kg.
5. Distribute items evenly over the axle and as
low as possible to optimize road holding and
achieve the best possible braking effect.
6. Do not stow tins, bottles or heavy items in
overhead lockers when towing.
7. Loose articles should be stowed securely to
avoid movement and possible damage.
8. Ensure that all lockers and cupboard doors
are closed and secured.
9. Secure all bunks (if appropriate).
10. Store the main dining table in its transit position.
Note: Do not load car boot heavily.
LIGHT
MEDIUM
HEAVY
Sensible loading:
How to apportion it