TOWING CODE
12
GLOSSARY AND CHECKLIST
Towing Bracket -
Never use cheap
alternatives, obtain one manufactured by
a reputable company complying with the
relevant standards.
Any light passenger vehicle registered in the
UK on or after August 1st 1998 will require a
type approved towbar and towball
(to 94/20/EC or UN ECE R55).
Failure to fit a homologated towbar and
towball could result in a prosecution and
invalidation of your insurance cover.
Always check with your car manufacturer or
towbar manufacturer if in doubt.
Wooden Blocks -
Wooden blocks typically
25cm square and 2cm thick are ideal for
placing under corner steadies and jockey
wheel when the ground is uneven or soft.
Water Containers -
Two containers are
required, one to carry fresh water to the
caravan and one for waste water, which needs
to be disposed of properly. Several types
are available including jerry cans, Aquarolls,
wastemaster, etc .
13 Pin Socket -
One socket fitted to the
car to accept corresponding plugs from the
caravan this energises the road lights and
caravan auxiliary circuits.
12 Volt Battery -
A deep cycling, heavy duty
rechargeable leisure type battery should be
purchased to provide back-up power for
lights and other electrical appliances. (See
Battery). The securing arrangements for the
battery compartment require a leisure battery
complying with EN 60095-2 in particular those
with ledges for fastening to the lower edge
of the long sides. The maximum battery size
that can be fitted is 225mm high, (including
terminals) x 175mm deep x 353mm wide.
The depth and width dimensions include the
rim around the bottom used for securing the
battery.
Note:
Check first that the battery will fit
within the battery box and can be secured
before purchasing.
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WARNING:
Your caravan dealer should
be consulted if additional equipment is to be
fitted as strong points may or may not be
provided in the design.
Caravan motor movers
The design and fitment of a caravan motor
mover shall be in accordance with the NCC
Code of Practice 305 and you should ensure
you receive a signed installation certificate of
compliance from the installer.
Failure to do so may invalidate your
warranty.
Note:
Fitting additional equipment, such
as a motor mover will reduce the caravan
allowable payload.
Note:
The fitting of a motor mover
may require a larger capacity battery fitting.
Note:
If a towing cover is fitted, care should
be taken not to obscure lights, reflectors
and protect against rubbing or damaging
the bodywork.
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