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XT12-DB
User Manual and Guide
2017 Onwards
©Copyright Market Direct Campers & Caravans 2018
Read owner's manual before using the equipment. Third party component manuals should be read in conjunction
with this manual. Maintenance guidelines must be met or exceeded, failing to meet these guidelines may result in
serious injury or death and property damage.

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  • Page 1 XT12-DB User Manual and Guide 2017 Onwards ©Copyright Market Direct Campers & Caravans 2018 Read owner’s manual before using the equipment. Third party component manuals should be read in conjunction with this manual. Maintenance guidelines must be met or exceeded, failing to meet these guidelines may result in...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    1300 4X4 4X4 Breakaway Switch ..........20 Table of Contents Hand Brake ............21 INTRODUCTION ............2 Adjuster .............. 21 Terminology & Abbreviations ........2 Correct Use of Your Electric Brakes ....22 Store Locations ............3 Important Safety Notice ........22 Contact Details............

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Positive toe, or toe in, is the front of the wheel pointing towards the centreline of the vehicle. Toe can be measured in linear units, at the front or rear of the tyre, or as an angular deflection. In the case of MDC products, the “toe in” is...

  • Page 4: Store Locations

    Welshpool WA 6107 SOUTH AUSTRALIA Adelaide 1246 South Rd Clovelly Park SA 5042 Contact Details NATIONAL TOLL FREE WARRANTY HOTLINE SPARE PARTS 1300 MDC CARE 1300 MDC PARTS 1300 4X4 4X4 1300 494 494 1300 632 2273 1300 632 72787...

  • Page 5: About Your Hybrid Offroad Caravan

    1300 4X4 4X4 ABOUT YOUR HYBRID OFFROAD CARAVAN Specifications SIZE (CLOSED WITH AC) 2180mm W x 5760mmL x 2590mmH SIZE (OPENED WITH AC) 5550mm W x 6265mmL x 3090mmH SIZE (CLOSED W/O AC) 2180mm W x 5760mmL x 2440mmH SIZE (OPENED W/O AC) 5550mm W x 6265mmL x 2940mmH STYLE 12’...

  • Page 6: Bearings And Seals

    1300 4X4 4X4 SOUND Kenwood head unit with internal & external speakers SOLAR 3 x 100W solar included Bearings and Seals Bearings are a consumable item should be removed, inspected and repacked with grease every 5,000km and replaced every 10,000km as best practice. See maintenance schedule for guidance. Bearing Number: Inner Bearing 25520 Outer Bearing 25520 Seal: 55 x 85 x 12...

  • Page 7: Video Tutorials

    1300 4X4 4X4 Video Tutorials Handover Video Watch this handover tutorial which will explain all the features and their correct use Scan the code or go to https://youtu.be/m9hUrlqy7so Setup Tutorial Watch this video for correct setup procedure Scan the code or go to https://youtu.be/5gcZ2Mea4H0 Kitchen &...

  • Page 8: How To Hitch Your Coupling

    1300 4X4 4X4 How to Hitch your coupling Here is a short guide on how to safely use your coupling to couple and uncouple the trailer from the towing vehicle. Make sure the handbrake is applied prior to coupling and uncoupling.
  • Page 9 1300 4X4 4X4 Make sure the dust cap is securely connected to the bump cover. This is done by locating the rear lip on the dust cap onto the groove of the bump cover and then pushing it in a downward motion until the dust cover is secure (there should be a slight click when it has been assembled correctly) Test if the dust cover is connected to the bump cover by applying a slight upward force to the dust cover, it shouldn’t separate.

  • Page 10: Coupling

    1300 4X4 4X4 Coupling STEP 1 Push down the button (1) and push the locking mechanism back (2). When the locking mechanism (2) is all the way back, release the button (1) locking the plate in place STEP 2 Offer up the tow pin to the coupling making sure the tow pin cover is removed and there is no visible debris on it.
  • Page 11 1300 4X4 4X4 STEP 3 Make sure the tow pin is seated inside the universal and the tow pin top is sticking out of the locking mechanism (see below). Press the button (1) to release the locking mechanism there will be an audible locking noise at which point the mechanism will return to the initial position as shown in step 1.

  • Page 12: Uncoupling

    1300 4X4 4X4 Uncoupling STEP 1 Push down the button 1 and push the locking mechanism back 2. When the locking mechanism is all the way back release the button while holding the mechanism to ensure it does not spring back to the locked position. STEP 2 Lift the coupling up off the tow pin.

  • Page 13: Setting Up Your Caravan

    1300 4X4 4X4 Setting up your Caravan Loading Your Caravan It is important to load your caravan correctly to distribute weight evenly and achieve a suitable ball weight load and prevent loading in a manner that can cause a caravan to sway and/or roll excessively left and right. The optimum ball weight on a caravan is between 9 and 11% of the total caravan weight.

  • Page 14: Levelling Your Caravan

    1300 4X4 4X4 Levelling Your Caravan The stabiliser legs on your caravan are not designed for supporting the full weight of the trailer, they are there to stabilise it once it is level. Using your stabilisers as a lifting mechanism will void your warranty as will extending them with a “rattle gun”...
  • Page 15 1300 4X4 4X4 Electric Awning When extending the awning always support to front as it extends. Do not allow the awning to carry the full extended weight as this may damage the hinges. Support the end manually by hand or by using the extendable legs. Never allow water to pool on the awning, during rain lower one side to a level that allows the water to freely run off and not pool.

  • Page 16: Kitchen

    1300 4X4 4X4 Kitchen Before sliding out kitchen, raise the pad bolt and turn to lock in the up position (Fig: 2) Push down blue latch on the slide mechanism and pull kitchen out. (Fig: 2a) When kitchen is extended fit the support leg into its receiver (Fig: 3) Extend support leg and secure locking screw (Fig: 3a) Fig: 3 Fig: 3a...

  • Page 17: Packing Down Your Caravan

    1300 4X4 4X4 Packing Down Your Caravan When packing down your caravan ensure the following: • All gas and electric appliances are turned off • Gas is turned off at the gas bottle • All loose items are secured and unable to move and damage themselves or the caravan •...

  • Page 18: Care Of Paint And Surfaces

    1300 4X4 4X4 Care of Paint and Surfaces Paintwork The paint coatings on your caravan are no different to that of your car in that they need regular care and maintenance. Washing: Only use mild detergents free of ammonia when washing your caravan. Always check the label to ensure the washing solution is nonabrasive, contains no ammonia or caustics.

  • Page 19: Securing Your Caravan

    1300 4X4 4X4 Securing Your Caravan When parked and unhitched you should always use suitable wheel chocks to ensure the trailer can’t move in the event of a handbrake failure. For security a wheel clamp or and hitch lock are highly recommended. Torque Settings Wheel Nuts Wheel nuts should be tightened to correct torque using a torque wrench.

  • Page 20: Hitch

    1300 4X4 4X4 Hitch The high tensile bolts securing your hitch should be tightened to 76Nm. These should be checked at 5000km intervals or 2500km in harsh off-road conditions. Trailing Arm Pivot Bolts The pivot bolts are a high tensile steel. The service interval for these bolts is 5000km under normal use and 2500km for harsh off-road conditions.

  • Page 21: Breakaway Switch

    1300 4X4 4X4 Breakaway Switch By law, all trailers with an ATM of 2000kg or greater must have a “Breakaway System” to halt the trailer in the event it becomes detached from the tow vehicle whilst traveling. Your caravan is fitted with this system with the switch mounted on the drawbar with a steel wire lanyard to connect to your tow vehicle.

  • Page 22: Hand Brake

    1300 4X4 4X4 Hand Brake Parking brakes are mechanically operated by cable means. The cable attachment occurs outside of the brake backing plate. Cable force applied to the parking lever creates a torque through the pivot pin and cam assembly. Torque transferred to the parking cam results in a spreading force between the primary and secondary shoes.

  • Page 23: Correct Use Of Your Electric Brakes

    1300 4X4 4X4 Correct Use of Your Electric Brakes Your trailer brakes are designed to work in synchronisation with your tow vehicle brakes. Never use your tow vehicle or trailer brakes alone to stop the combined load. Your trailer and tow vehicle will seldom have the correct amperage flow to the brake magnets to give you comfortable, safe braking unless you make proper brake system adjustments.

  • Page 24: Magnets

    It is important to replace both shoes on each brake and both brakes of the same axle. This is necessary to retain the “balance” of your brakes. Be sure to replace your shoes only with genuine MDC parts available from our outlets.

  • Page 25: Wheels And Tyres

    MDC accepts no liability for any personal injury, damages or loss as a result of unqualified or untrained persons repairing or altering the electrical systems on this product. If in doubt call your local MDC outlet or phone: 1300 831407...

  • Page 26: Battery Care

    1300 4X4 4X4 Battery Care Your camper is fitted with 100Ah AGM Batteries. Storage type batteries require periodical maintenance to perform at their peak and extend their service life. The following is an outline on how to gain the best performance and lifecycle from the battery fitted in your camper: •...

  • Page 27: 12 Volt Wiring Diagram

    1300 4X4 4X4 12 Volt Wiring Diagram...

  • Page 28: Control Panel

    1300 4X4 4X4 Control Panel 1. Awning & Toilet Power 2. DC Socket Power 3. Stereo, Lights & Roof Vent Light 4. Fridge Compartment Power 5. Water Pump & Tank Gauges 6. Hot Water Heater Igniter Power 7. Battery Voltage Meter 8.

  • Page 29: Connecting The Gas

    1300 4X4 4X4 Connecting the Gas Your caravan is fitted with plumbed gas with the regulator and gas bottle placement at the front of the trailer. Always ensure gas bottles are serviceable and within the 10-year service life. This information is stamped on the bottle base. Once you connect your gas bottle you can connect the kitchen gas hose to the bayonet connection provided.

  • Page 30: Pre-Trip Checklist

    1300 4X4 4X4 Pre-Trip Checklist Working from a checklist will help avoid forgetting important tasks particularly nin regard to safety. Individual camper set ups may differ depending on tow vehicle and any modifications made by the owner. The table below is for guidance only.

  • Page 31: Wheel Chocks

    1300 4X4 4X4 Wheel Chocks Wheel chocks are an important safety device when leaving your trailer parked on even the slightest incline. On level ground it is recommended to chock both sides of the wheel. On a hill you should chock the wheels on the downhill side ensuring the chocks are firmly in place.

  • Page 32: Trouble Shooting

    1300 4X4 4X4 Trouble Shooting Electrical...

  • Page 33: Water

    1300 4X4 4X4 Water Problem Possible Cause Remedy No power from control panel Check circuit breaker Flat Battery Charge battery Replace pump, Contact dealer for Pump not working (no noise) Faulty pressure switch replacement Check connections with multimeter Bad electrical connection or test light Turn on tap and hold finger over nozzle for 5 seconds and release.

  • Page 34: Brakes

    1300 4X4 4X4 Brakes Problem Possible Cause Remedy Open Circuits Find and correct Severe under adjustments Adjust brakes No Brakes Faulty controller Test and correct/replace Short circuits Find and correct Great or oil on linings or magnets Clean or replace Corroded connection Clean or replace connectors Worn lining or magnets...

  • Page 35: Handy Tips

    1300 4X4 4X4 Handy Tips Driving Off Road Towing your caravan off road adds many dimensions to the driver’s responsibilities and factors to be considered. When travelling remote always carry enough spare parts and supplies to cater for a “worst case scenario.” Always perform preventative maintenance and daily checks.

  • Page 36: Trip Planning

    1300 4X4 4X4 Protecting the environment Remote areas and National Parks are sensitive areas and all precautions should be taken not to damage tracks, interfere with flora and fauna and not to contaminate the area. In sensitive areas it is advisable to use grey water tanks and contained toilets.

  • Page 37: Warranty Statement

    MDC. MDC shall not be liable, (in part or whole) for any warranties, either express or implied, made by agents or resellers on behalf of MDC without the knowledge or express written permission of MDC. Such unauthorised claims shall be the responsibility of the agent or reseller only.

  • Page 38: Maintenance

    Goods Bought at Auction From time to time, MDC, may, at its discretion, offer items for auction, either independently or via a third party. Whilst every effort will be made to provide all relevant information regarding the item on auction, as per Australian law, any and all goods bought at auction subsequently do not carry any statutory warranty.

  • Page 39: Maintenance Schedule

    1300 4X4 4X4 Maintenance Schedule...
  • Page 40 1300 4X4 4X4 500KM FIRST SERVICE CHECKED Hitch Check hitch bolts to 76Nm. Lubricate with high temp bearing grease Handbrake Inspect and adjust handbrake Brakes Inspect and adjust brakes Inspect condition and torque to 125Nm (12mm studs) Wheel nuts (140Nm 14mm studs alloy rims) (200Nm 14mm studs steel rims) Tyres Inspect for abnormal wear, damage and pressure General fixings...
  • Page 41 1300 4X4 4X4 12 MONTHS / 10,000KM SERVICE CHECKED Hitch Inspect for damage and lubricate. Check bolt Torque to 76Nm Jockey Wheel Inspect for condition and operation Hand winch Check brake function and webbing Suspension Lubricate and check bushes for excess movement. Torque bolts to 190Nm Brakes Inspect and adjust.
  • Page 42 1300 4X4 4X4 24 MONTHS / 20,000KM SERVICE CHECKED Hitch Inspect for damage and lubricate. Check bolt Torque to 76Nm Jockey Wheel Inspect for condition and operation Hand winch Check brake function and webbing Suspension Lubricate and check bushes for excess movement. Torque bolts to 190Nm Brakes Inspect and adjust.
  • Page 43 1300 4X4 4X4 36 MONTHS / 30,000KM SERVICE CHECKED Hitch Inspect for damage and lubricate. Check bolt Torque to 76Nm Jockey Wheel Inspect for condition and operation Hand winch Check brake function and webbing Suspension Lubricate and check bushes for excess movement. Torque bolts to 190Nm Brakes Inspect and adjust.
  • Page 44 1300 4X4 4X4 48 MONTHS / 40,000KM SERVICE CHECKED Hitch Inspect for damage and lubricate. Check bolt Torque to 76Nm Jockey Wheel Inspect for condition and operation Hand winch Check brake function and webbing Suspension Lubricate and check bushes for excess movement. Torque bolts to 190Nm Brakes Inspect and adjust.
  • Page 45 1300 4X4 4X4 CHECKED 60 MONTHS / 50,000KM SERVICE Hitch Inspect for damage and lubricate. Check bolt Torque to 76Nm Jockey Wheel Inspect for condition and operation Hand winch Check brake function and webbing Suspension Lubricate and check bushes for excess movement. Torque bolts to 190Nm Brakes Inspect and adjust.

  • Page 46: Supplier Contact Details

    1300 4X4 4X4 Supplier Contact Details Dometic Thetford Australia https://www.dometic.com/en-au/au/contact-us Address: 41 Lara Way, Campbellfield VIC 3061 Phone: (03) 9358 0700 Email: infoaus@thetford.com.au Cruisemaster Leisure-Tec Australia Pty Ltd (Truma Hot Water) Address: 352B Bilsen Road, Geebung QLD 4034 50 Metrolink Circuit Campbellfield VIC 3061 Phone: (07) 3624 3800 Phone: 1300 072018 Email:...
  • Page 47 1300 4X4 4X4 Collie Geraldton 96 Forrest Street, Collie WA 6225 Unit 1, 75 Flores Road, Geraldton WA 6530 Ph: (08) 9734 1624 Ph: (08) 9964 4655 Email: collie@statewidebearings.com.au Email: geraldton@statewidebearings.com.au Karratha Kalgoorlie 51 Orkney Road, Karratha WA 6714 5 Darcy Lane, Kalgoorlie WA 6430 Ph: (08) 9144 2333 Ph: (08) 9091 4111 Email: karratha@statewidebearings.com.au...

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