elddis Xplore 2014 Owner's Handbook Manual
elddis Xplore 2014 Owner's Handbook Manual

elddis Xplore 2014 Owner's Handbook Manual

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JERRARD scroggie
February 5, 2025

12volt pressure pump won't work need wiring diagramme. Onboard pump

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Mr. Anderson
February 10, 2025

The wiring diagram for the 12-volt pressure pump in an Elddis Xplore 2014 can be found in the Electrical Drawings section of the manual. Specifically, it is listed under 15-2 Wiring Diagram. You can refer to this section in the manual for detailed wiring information.

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JERRARD scroggie
February 5, 2025

Can't find wiring diagramme for 12 volt on board pressure pump 2014 bucceneer pump will not function

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Summary of Contents for elddis Xplore 2014

  • Page 1 Touring Caravan OWNERS HANDBOOK Issue 6...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS WELCOME AND INTRODUCTION ..1-1 Connecting To Mains Supply On Model Year ..........1-1 Arrival at Site ........... 6-1 Xplore Technical Approvals ..... 1-1 Disconnecting Mains Supply When Leaving Site ..........6-2 GENERAL SAFETY ....... 2-1 Overseas Electrical Connection ....6-2 Please read before using your new Gas Safety Advice ........
  • Page 3 CONTENTS Operation ..........8-13 SECURITY ..........9-1 Nuisance Alarms ........8-14 Caravan Theft ......... 9-1 Maintenance ......... 8-14 Tracker ............ 9-1 Cleaning your alarm ......8-14 CRIS - The Caravan Registration and Carbon Monoxide Alarm ....... 8-15 Identification Scheme - VIN ....9-1 Recognising alarm signals and Diamond standard Wheel Lock (Option) .
  • Page 4 CONTENTS CARAVAN CONSTRUCTION - MAIN COMPONENTS ......13-1 BPW Chassis ........13-1 Braking System ........13-1 Solid Construction Body Shell ....13-1 Windows ..........13-1 Insulation ..........13-1 Front Panel and Gas Bottle Locker Door13-1 Awning Channel ........13-1 EQUIPMENT LIST ........ 14-1 Xplore Range ........
  • Page 5 CONTENTS CONTENTS-4...
  • Page 6: Welcome And Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Please note: It is a condition of your WELCOME AND warranty that the caravan must have an INTRODUCTION “annual service” carried out by an Xplore Congratulations on choosing an Xplore approved Retailer / Service Centre or NCC Touring Caravan. Approved workshop and a record is kept.
  • Page 7 INTRODUCTION...
  • Page 8: General Safety

    GENERAL SAFETY with ISO 7165 of at least 1KG capacity GENERAL SAFETY by the exit door and a fire blanket next Please read before using your new to the cooker. Ensure you read the caravan. ‘advice to occupier label’ fitted to your In order for you to get the most out of your caravan usually found on the inside of new Xplore touring caravan it is necessary...
  • Page 9: Ventilation

    GENERAL SAFETY IMPORTANT: Your attention is drawn to FIRE SAFETY the notice affixed in the caravan’s Fire Extinguishers wardrobe advising on fire prevention, It is recommended that a 1 kg (2lb) minimum ventilation and what to do in case of fire. capacity dry powder fire extinguisher be VENTILATION carried inside your caravan at all times.
  • Page 10: Your Caravan Payload Explained

    GENERAL SAFETY YOUR CARAVAN PAYLOAD Optional equipment payload (OEP) EXPLAINED This is an amount of weight provided by us for factory fitted options. Definitions Please note: Any options fitted by the retailer Plated maximum technical will reduce the overall payload available to permissible laden mass (PMTPLM) the customer.
  • Page 11 GENERAL SAFETY...
  • Page 12: Preparing For The Road

    PREPARING FOR THE ROAD Internal Loading & Checks PREPARING FOR THE ROAD When loading your caravan it is advisable to: Before venturing out on to the road with your Xplore touring caravan, it is important that Distribute items evenly over the axle and you prepare correctly.
  • Page 13: Pre-Tow Checklist & Hitch-Up

    PREPARING FOR THE ROAD PRE-TOW CHECKLIST & HITCH-UP coupling and the lever will automatically release. Closing and locking are carried out Having loaded the touring caravan and automatically. Heed the “+” (Fig 3-1) position! secured the lockers and main entrance door: Connect the breakaway cable and electrical Check touring caravan wheel bolts are plug to the towing vehicle.
  • Page 14 PREPARING FOR THE ROAD Construction - Usually a thin steel cable, STEP 1 possibly plastic coated, and fitted with a means of attachment to connect to the towing vehicle. Operation - The cable should be able to pull tight to engage the caravan’s brakes without any hindrance to its action, if the main coupling of the caravan separates from the towing vehicle.
  • Page 15: Before Setting Off

    PREPARING FOR THE ROAD BEFORE SETTING OFF HANDBRAKE Connect the 13 pin plug on the caravan Your caravan is fitted with BPW running gear A-frame to the towing vehicle. and handbrake. It is essential that prior to towing you ensure that your handbrake is in (ii) Check that all tail-lights, brake lights, the fully off position.
  • Page 16: Towing And Driving

    TOWING AND DRIVING SPEED LIMITS TOWING AND DRIVING • Always adhere to the speed limits in REVERSING force. It is advisable to have a second person • When national speed limits apply, when assisting when reversing the caravan. towing on a single carriageway, the Start practising by choosing a left-hand bend speed limit is reduced to 50mph.
  • Page 17 TOWING AND DRIVING...
  • Page 18: Arriving On Site

    ARRIVING ON SITE Whichever method you use, and once level: ARRIVING ON SITE Apply the caravan handbrake and chock CHECK SITE REGULATIONS the caravan wheel if necessary. On arrival at a site, you should always check (ii) Lower the jockey wheel to ground level the site regulations.
  • Page 19: Parking On A Reverse-Sloping Site Or Steep Hill

    ARRIVING ON SITE PARKING ON A REVERSE-SLOPING SITE OR STEEP HILL For successful parking on a reverse slope or steep hill, the operator need only apply the handbrake with one hand while gently but purposely inching the caravan a small distance backwards with the other.
  • Page 20: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED The mains supply is suitable for your GETTING STARTED installation and appliances, i.e. whether You have arrived at your destination and now it is AC or DC and whether it is at the want to start to enjoy your new Xplore touring correct voltage and frequency.
  • Page 21: Disconnecting Mains Supply When Leaving Site

    GETTING STARTED WIRING OF CONNECTING CABLE AND CARAVAN MAINS INLET WARNING: It is essential that connections are made exactly as shown. If terminal markings are not in accordance with the above diagram they must be ignored. (vii) Place any surplus cable under the caravan and store the cable in an caravan.
  • Page 22: Gas Safety Advice

    GETTING STARTED GAS SAFETY ADVICE any additional gas appliances outside your caravan unless it is a Gas Barbecue In the event of a suspected gas leak the gas connected via the Barbecue point supplied must be turned off using the isolation valve with your caravan.
  • Page 23: Gas Supply

    GETTING STARTED GAS SUPPLY WARNING: If cylinders other than those recommended are used, ensure that the Your caravan is designed to operate using cylinders are adequately supported, do either propane or butane liquefied petroleum not block ventilation openings and cannot gas at 30M/bar.
  • Page 24: Water System

    GETTING STARTED WARNING: Aerosols and highly flammable Step 5 - The LED should turn solid green and liquids must not be stored in the the pump will stop after compartment behind, or adjacent to, any approximately 10 seconds. The gas appliance. Some industrial LPG green LED should turn off and blink appliances operate at high pressure and briefly every 5 seconds.
  • Page 25: Maintenance

    GETTING STARTED Instructions for Pump Storage when • The power supply is adequate - low not in use performance could result from a weak battery or reduced voltage due to Pump hose can be inserted into groove on undersized wiring (we recommend wiring plug to keep pump off ground while refilling should be a minimum thickness of water container (Fig.
  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    GETTING STARTED Troubleshooting (a) If the pump will not run: • Check at least one tap is open • Turn the pump isolation switch off and on again • Check the battery condition • Check the mains isolator switch is on •...
  • Page 27 GETTING STARTED...
  • Page 28: Electrical System

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 230v POWER SUPPLY ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Mains Unit 12v POWER SUPPLY The Mains Unit replaces the conventional Battery Installation fuse box. Similar, but larger ones are often Your caravan will be fitted with a BCA Leisure fitted in new houses. The unit, normally charging and power distribution unit.
  • Page 29: Automatic Charging System

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM it may trip the site circuit breaker. Please CAUTION: The reading lights will become check the available mains output with your hot when in use. Do not touch the bulb when site operator. The following items need to be they are illuminated and allow sufficient time added together if used simultaneously.
  • Page 30 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MAINS UNIT - XPLORE...
  • Page 31 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM...
  • Page 32: How To Use Your Caravan'sequipment

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Please Note: Before attempting to use any HOW TO USE YOUR electrical appliance ensure that you have CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT connected the mains connection cable to a Within this section of your caravan’s mains hook up and that the mains isolation handbook we will give you brief details on switch is in the ‘on’...
  • Page 33: Spinflo Duplex Combi Oven

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT SPINFLO DUPLEX COMBI OVEN WARNINGS The grill MUST only be used with the grill door open. The heat deflector below the fascia should be pulled out prior to lighting the grill. Never adjust the heat deflector position without using hand protection - ie oven gloves.
  • Page 34 HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Oven Temperature Control LEAKS The oven temperature is controlled by a If a smell of gas becomes apparent, the thermostatic gas tap and is variable over the supply should be turned off at the cylinder range 130ºC to 240ºC.
  • Page 35: Burner Hob

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT FULL 3 BURNER HOB RATE RATE IMPORTANT Avoid old or misshapen pans as these may cause instability. The lid must be opened fully prior to using the hotplate burners. 1. Ensure gas cylinder/supply is connected and turned on.
  • Page 36 HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT If the burner has not lit within 15 seconds LEAKS the control knob should be released and If a smell of gas becomes apparent, the the burner left for at least 1 minute before supply should be turned off at the cylinder a further attempt to ignite the burner.
  • Page 37: Refrigerator (Rm8551)

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Refrigerator (RM8551) Maintenance • In compliance with the applicable Operation regulations, please note that the gas unit The refrigerator is equipped to operate on and the connected ventilation ducts must three power modes: be checked by authorised technical •...
  • Page 38 HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Manual energy selection/automatic RM8551 models ignition on MES: MES appliances (manual energy selection) Electrical operation Fig 1 1 = Power ON/OFF switch Fig 2 2 = Energy selector button 230V ~ 3 = Energy selector button To start the refrigerator, press button (1) for 2 4 = Energy selector button 12V =...
  • Page 39 HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Setting of cooling compartment Fastening and releasing the door temperature lock when parking the vehicle If the vehicle is parked for a longer period of time, the locking hook may be clamped by means of a lockbar. The door may now be opened by just pulling it without need of pressing the locking button.
  • Page 40: Whale Underfloor Heater

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT WHALE UNDERFLOOR HEATER The appliance cannot be operated with both gas and electric. Switching appliance off. Turn the selector knob to the Off position ( ). Note that the fan will continue to run for 3 minutes to allow the heater to cool down.
  • Page 41 HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Troubleshooting The heater is equipped with an electronic diagnostic system which will detect fault conditions ranging from poor gas or d.c. supply to internal heater malfunctions. In the unlikely event of a failure, the red light on the control panel will flash a number of times, pause and repeat until switched off.
  • Page 42: Whale Water Heater

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT WHALE WATER HEATER Water Heater Control Panel The new Whale 8L Gas and Electric Storage Water Heater incorporates a host of benefits to the OEM, installer and the caravanner. • 8L capacity hot water tank. •...
  • Page 43 HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS* WATER Nominal Tank volume 8 ltrs Pressure relief valve setting 3 bar Maximum water inlet pressure 1.9 bar Gas Type Butane and Propane CAT I3+ (29/37) CAT I3B/P (30) Heat input (net) 1.5 kW Gas connection 8mm OD copper pipe...
  • Page 44: Microwave (Optional On This Range)

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT MICROWAVE BATTERY CHARGER (Optional on this Range) The battery charger for the caravan battery Notes: will automatically switch on when the caravan is connected to a mains supply. The battery 1 - Your microwave is connected to your charger will also provide a 12V supply to the 230V electricity supply via a non customer caravan when a battery is not connected.
  • Page 45: Nuisance Alarms

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT defective batteries or other failure. DO NOT Cleaning your alarm use an open flame to test your alarm, you Your alarm should be cleaned at least once a could damage the alarm or ignite combustible year.
  • Page 46: Carbon Monoxide Alarm

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM Switching on your CO alarm Note: Your CO alarm must be installed by a competent person using the following guidance: • Remove the batteries from the pack and insert them into the battery compartment. Make sure that you fit the batteries correctly to the polarity markings (+ or -) shown within the battery compartment.
  • Page 47: Carbon Monoxide Alarm Procedure

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT End-of-life - This alarm will chirp every 30 Maintenance of your alarm seconds with a red LED flash after at least To keep your alarm in good working order: 10 years operation to let you know it has •...
  • Page 48: Thetford C260 Toilet

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT THETFORD C260 TOILET Holding Tank is covered. Far more information on Thetford toilet fluids, see Introduction last page of this manual. Screw the cap The Thetford Cassette Toilet is a high quality back onto the emptying spout and turn product.
  • Page 49 HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Standard Optional features Note: Optional features can be bought from Thetford dealerships. PARTS Control panel (with optional features) Removable Seat and Lid Swivelling Toilet Bowl Blade Handle Flush Button Waste Holding Tank Level Indicator Water Filling Door (only if toilet has own flush-water tank) Rotating Emptying Spout...
  • Page 50: Using The Toilet (Standard)

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Using the toilet (standard) Emptying 10. Turn the bowl to the desired position with The Waste Holding Tank has a capacity of 18 the lid closed and using both hands. litres and requires emptying when the red 11.
  • Page 51: Cleaning And Maintenance

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Note: The Waste Holding Tank Level Clean seat and lid The seat and lid can Indicator will flash when the holding tank is easily be removed: Lift the seat and lid not present. In this case the toilet will not assembly and pull the round pins (inside flush.
  • Page 52: Cleaning And Maintenance For Optional Features

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT regularly cleaned with water and treated with Open the access door on the outside of Thetford High Grade Seal Lubricant. This will your caravan and empty the Waste ensure that the seals remain flexible and in Holding Tank at an authorised waste good condition.
  • Page 53 HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT • Cold Weather Use - to prevent freezing during cold weather use, add antifreeze to the toilet system fresh water tank. Use a non-toxic (propylene glycol) type of antifreeze. Refer to chart on container to obtain level of protection.
  • Page 54 HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT 8-23...
  • Page 55: Windows

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT WINDOWS Midi Heki Rooflight Your new Xplore touring caravan has been fitted with Polyplastic double glazed windows. Polyplastic Window Opening (i) In order to open the Polyplastic window it is only necessary to move the catch upwards and release the catch from the backing plate.
  • Page 56: Flyscreens

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Flyscreens Operation (i) To operate the flyscreen, either pull the The mixer tap and shower mixer are screen fully down, fully up or across, operated in the same manner as the kitchen dependant on type of window fitted, and tap by lifting the control lever to activate the clip into place on the blind/frame.
  • Page 57: Gas Locker Door

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT GAS LOCKER DOOR Locker Door Catches (Paddle Latch) Your new Xplore caravan is fitted with a gas locker door which is held open via the use of the metal supporting strut which should be located in the fixing position in the door.
  • Page 58: Magnetic Catches

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT MAGNETIC CATCHES BED MAKE-UP Magnetic catches Parallel Lounge work on contact with the metal plate on the rear of the door. Simply close the door until the magnet engages and holds the metal plate. Pulling the door towards you with a moderate force will...
  • Page 59: L-Shape Lounge Double Bed

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT L-Shape Lounge Double Bed FRONT WRAP ROUND SEATING (Option) If you have purchased the wrap round seating option for your new caravan please note that the centre seat can be extended by the use of the locking mechanism which can be found under this seat.
  • Page 60 HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Lift up Bunk Beds (530 4 berth option only) Where fitted, the foldaway bunk has been tested to 70kg (11 stones) and has a recommended limit of 57kgs (9 stones). Safety features are included but care should always be taken, particularly if the child is under 3 years of age.
  • Page 61 HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Drop Down Bunk (304 only) Starting with the bunk locked in the upright position as shown in Figure 1. Bolt catch in the closed position Fig 3 Fig 1 Finally, before using the bunk lift both the safety flaps into upright position as shown in Release the bolts at both ends of the bunk Figure 4 also attach the provided ladder to...
  • Page 62: Removable Drawer Locker

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT REMOVABLE DRAWER LOCKER BPW INTELLIGENT DRIVE CONTROL (IDC) SYSTEM (Option) To remove from the caravan, first locate the two retaining straps at the bottom rear of the Your new Xplore caravan can have the BPW unit, the straps are released by pulling away Intelligent Drive Control fitted as an option.
  • Page 63 HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT The self-test cannot be executed perfectly or does not give a correct message in the following situations: • After long stop periods. • Brake in automatic reverse gear mode - move the vehicle for some meters in driving direction.
  • Page 64: Security

    Theft deterrent, prevention and security of IDENTIFICATION SCHEME your touring caravan is taken very seriously CriS is the Central Registration & at Elddis. That is why we have provided a Identification Scheme that issues touring combination of standard features and caravan registration documents, equivalent to...
  • Page 65: How To Fit Your Diamond Standard Wheel Lock

    SECURITY DIAMOND STANDARD WHEEL LOCK Hints for using the Diamond (OPTION ONLY) Standard Wheel Lock To keep the hole of the receiver clean, please How to fit your Diamond Standard use the supplied plug when the Diamond Wheel Lock Standard Wheel Lock is not mounted. 1.
  • Page 66: Window Etching & Chassis Marking

    SECURITY WINDOW ETCHING & CHASSIS Please Note: Your Local Police Can Obtain MARKING The Use Of A Decoder By Contacting C.R.I.S. on Telephone No. 0203 2821000. ADDITIONAL SECURITY Consider fitting any device which might deter or prevent intrusion by thieves. For example: A wheel lock will prevent towing of the caravan and removal of the wheel.
  • Page 67 SECURITY...
  • Page 68: Care Of Your Caravan

    CARE OF YOUR CARAVAN CARE INSTRUCTIONS FOR SEITZ CARE OF YOUR CARAVAN ROOFLIGHTS This section of the guide is devoted to the Clean the acrylic rooflight with soap suds and care, cleaning and general preservation of plenty of water, or use the Seitz special your caravan in order to retain its showroom cleaner.
  • Page 69: Furniture

    CARE OF YOUR CARAVAN FURNITURE WATER CONTAINERS Treat your caravan furniture as you would the All water remaining in any water furniture in your home. Polish wood surfaces container should be disposed of so that sparingly with a good quality wax or spray the container is empty.
  • Page 70: Pre-Season Water System Preparation

    CARE OF YOUR CARAVAN PRE-SEASON WATER SYSTEM PREPARATION Over the winter months bacteria can grow in • Remain in your van after the pump has your water system. Particles of minerals and stopped and inspect all the taps and dirt gather in joins and any undrained areas. shower heads for leaks.
  • Page 71: Getting Ready For The Winter

    CARE OF YOUR CARAVAN GETTING READY FOR THE WINTER Before following this guide, ideally carry out this procedure prior to moving the caravan to its winter storage location. (The movement of the vehicle will encourage residual water to drain from the system).
  • Page 72: Chassis Mounted Spare Wheel Carrier

    CARE OF YOUR CARAVAN CHASSIS MOUNTED SPARE WHEEL Tyre Wear and Damage CARRIER The legal requirements for tread depth on To gain access to your spare wheel lift the motor vehicle tyres apply also to caravans. spare wheel carrier up and lift up the locking Similarly, it is not permitted to mix cross-ply mechanism.
  • Page 73 CARE OF YOUR CARAVAN The corner steadies must not be used to Please note: Always Use the Correct Bolts to jack up the caravan. They can be lowered to Secure the Wheel - Check with the dealer if touch the ground only as a safety measure to unsure.
  • Page 74: Jacking

    CARE OF YOUR CARAVAN JACKING Under no circumstances should the corner steadies be used to jack up the caravan. When it is necessary to jack up, use a bottle, screw, trolley or scissor type jack, one with an axle shaped head is recommended. Place the jack plate under the axle tube as near as possible to the main longitudinal member.
  • Page 75: Maintenance Of Your Bpw Chassis

    WARNING: Holes must not be made without approval of the chassis manufacturer. The following maintenance instructions relate Our warranty becomes null and void if spare to the BPW chassis fitted to your Elddis parts other than original BPW parts are used. caravan. They are a constituent part of the Procurement of Spare Parts warranty conditions.
  • Page 76: Storage

    STORAGE CARAVAN COVERS STORAGE Caravan covers may be used to protect your LONG TERM & WINTER STORAGE new Xplore touring caravan provided that the If the caravan is to be stored for any length of cover used is of a breathable type. time, especially over the winter period, the Unscrew the TV antenna and ensure the following operations are recommended:...
  • Page 77 STORAGE 11-2...
  • Page 78: Caravan Warranty Cover

    WARRANTY CARAVAN WARRANTY Ten year body integrity warranty COVER Xplore products are covered against water ingress damage for 10 years from the original Introduction date of purchase of a new product. (6 years At Xplore we are confident that our new for subsequent owners from the 1st owners caravans are engineered using the latest original date of purchase).
  • Page 79 WARRANTY annual services have been carried out in when the caravan was originally accordance with our warranty terms. purchased. • Service intervals: • No liability will be accepted for damage caused by fair wear and tear, rodent a) In years 1, 2, and 4 through to 9 the damage, willful damage, negligence or service must be completed no more abnormal working conditions.
  • Page 80: Non Warranty Repairs

    WARRANTY . T ransfer of ownership NON WARRANTY REPAIRS If you purchase this vehicle as a used vehicle Should you require any replacement parts for it may be possible to transfer the unexpired your caravan it is necessary that you contact term of the warranty cover (up to a maximum the Retailer from whom you purchased the of six years commencing at the original date...
  • Page 81 WARRANTY 12-4...
  • Page 82: Caravan Construction - Main Components

    CARAVAN CONSTRUCTION WINDOWS CARAVAN CONSTRUCTION - Windows are all of a double glazed acrylic MAIN COMPONENTS construction and the door frames are The following is a brief description of the extruded aluminium. main components used in your caravan. More comprehensive descriptions can be INSULATION found in the equipment manufacturers Xplore touring caravans are built in...
  • Page 83 CARAVAN CONSTRUCTION 13-2...
  • Page 84: Equipment List

    EQUIPMENT LIST EQUIPMENT LIST XPLORE RANGE REFRIGERATOR DOMETIC RMS 8551 HEATER WHALE SH2212 SPACE HEATER WATER HEATER WHALE 8 LTR WH0802BR SINK AND DRAINER THETFORD SPINFLO ARGENT CENTRE SINK OVEN THETFORD SPINFLO DUPLEX THETFORD SPINFLO 3 BURNER HOB TAPS KITCHEN WHALE SINGLE BAR MIXER SHOWER EQUIPMENT WHALE MIXER...
  • Page 85 EQUIPMENT LIST 14-2...
  • Page 86: Electrical Drawings

    ELECTRICAL DRAWINGS ELECTRICAL DRAWINGS 13 PIN DRAWING 15-1...
  • Page 87: Wiring Diagram

    ELECTRICAL DRAWINGS WIRING DIAGRAM 15-2...
  • Page 88: Road Lights

    ELECTRICAL DRAWINGS ROAD LIGHTS 15-3...
  • Page 89 ELECTRICAL DRAWINGS 15-4...
  • Page 90: General Questions

    GENERAL QUESTIONS GENERAL QUESTIONS Q: Where Can I Obtain Your Latest Brochure? A: Our latest brochures are available from Approved Retailers or can be viewed and printed from the download section on our website www.xplore.co.uk. A request form can also be completed should you wish to receive a printed copy of our latest brochures.
  • Page 91 GENERAL QUESTIONS Q. How Many Years Will Spare Parts Be Available For My Caravan? A. Xplore will endeavour to supply spare parts for a caravan, for at least 8 years from new. Q. What If The Parts Are No Longer Available? A.
  • Page 92: Glossary

    GLOSSARY Bunk Bed GLOSSARY This is a sleeping place, usually higher up 13 pin plug than a conventional bed. Often (but not The plug used to connect the caravans always) this can be folded or removed to electrical system to your towing vehicle to provide additional living space.
  • Page 93 GLOSSARY Dinette See also MTPLM. This is a popular style of seating arrangement where two seats or settees face Is Glass-reinforced plastic, but more each other across a table. commonly known as glass fibre (not fibre Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker glass, which is a trade name).
  • Page 94 GLOSSARY Layout Number Plate This is the interior design and details where Caravans must display a legal number plate furniture units are placed in relation to each showing the same registration mark as their other. towing vehicle. Leisure Battery Optional Equipment Payload This supplies the power for the caravan The payload required for equipment to electrical systems and is sometimes called...
  • Page 95 GLOSSARY Road Lights Towing Mirrors Additional rear vision mirrors added to a The external lights used while the vehicle is towing vehicle to provide a greater width of travelling. view to see past a caravan. Roof Lights - See Roof Vent. Train Weight Roof Vent The maximum permissible combined weight...
  • Page 96: Service Documents

    SERVICE DOCUMENTS SERVICE DOCUMENTS TOURING CARAVANS - ANNUAL SERVICE RECORD In order to take full use of your warranty offered by Xplore it is essential that your caravan is serviced within the time scale laid down in the warranty terms and conditions. See Index - Warranty Terms &...
  • Page 97 SERVICE DOCUMENTS SECTION (E) GAS INSTALLATION SECTION (F) FINAL 1. Hotplate Road test 2. Refrigerator 3. Heater 4. Leak tested 5. Water heated 6. Fully operational CARE WARRANTY It is a condition of this warranty that a service and safety check is carried out by your caravan retailer at least once a year (12 months from the date of purchase) in accordance with the National Caravan Council recommendations.
  • Page 98 SERVICE DOCUMENTS 5th SERVICE 6th SERVICE DATE: DATE: RETAILERS STAMP: RETAILERS STAMP: I/We certify that an annual service has I/We certify that an annual service has been carried out in accordance with the been carried out in accordance with the manufacturers’...
  • Page 99 SERVICE DOCUMENTS 13th SERVICE 14th SERVICE DATE: DATE: RETAILERS STAMP: RETAILERS STAMP: I/We certify that an annual service has I/We certify that an annual service has been carried out in accordance with the been carried out in accordance with the manufacturers’...
  • Page 100: Notification Of Change Of Ownership

    Xplore Customer Care Delves lane Consett County Durham DH8 7PE www.elddis.co.uk This form is also available for you to print from our web site. ✂ ............................... NOTIFICATION OF CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP Previous owner details (if known): Name: ............................
  • Page 101 CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP 19-2...
  • Page 102: Notification Of Change To Name And Address

    Should your details change please complete the online form on our website, in our ‘Customers’ section. Alternatively, please complete the attached form and post to us: Xplore Customer Care Delves Lane Consett County Durham DH8 7PE www.elddis.co.uk ✂ ............................... NOTIFICATION OF CHANGE TO NAME AND ADDRESS Previous details: Name: ............................Address: ............................
  • Page 103 CHANGE OF ADDRESS 20-2...
  • Page 104: Index

    INDEX INDEX Lubrication ......10-7 Shower Trays, Shower Room Aerial and Wash Basin Fittings ... 10-2 Avtex ........8-31 Tyres ........10-5 Water Containers ....10-2 Window Blinds & Flyscreens 10-1 Battery Charger ......8-13 Charging System ......7-2 Battery Installation ...... 7-1 Code of Practice Battery Maintenance ....
  • Page 105 INDEX Handbrake ........3-4 Radio/CD with MP3 (Option only) ..... 8-31 3 Burner ........8-4 Ramp .......... 5-1 RCD ........... 7-1 Refrigerator (RM8551) ....8-6 Reversing ........4-1 Introduction ........ 1-1 Road Lights ......15-3 Rooflights ......... 8-24 Leveller Jack ......5-1 Levelling, front &...
  • Page 106 INDEX Water System Whale IC System with High Flow Pump ....6-5 Whale Water Heater ....8-11 Fault Finding ......8-12 Windows ........8-24 Wiring Diagram ......15-2 21-3...
  • Page 107 INDEX © Designed and Printed by Preset Graphics Ltd. Tel: 01332 549278. (MY2014. Ref: 21317) 21-4...
  • Page 108 The Explorer Group Limited Delves Lane, Consett, Co. Durham DH8 7PE Telephone: 01207 699000 • Facsimile: 01207 699001 • www.explorer-group.co.uk All the illustrations and descriptive matter in this guide are intended to give a general idea 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 specifications and materials as conditions demand.

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