Vehicle Electrical Requirements ........8 Connecting the Hitch ............22 Brake Controller ..............9 Coupling ................24 Correct Vehicle Wiring for MDC Caravans ....9 Uncoupling ................26 Trailer Lights ............... 10 Connecting the Breakaway ........... 27 Charging Caravan While Driving ........ 10 Connecting the Safety Chains ........
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Battery Care ................ 35 Protecting from Mould ............ 53 12 Volt Main Circuit Diagram ........36 Useful Accessories ............54 12 Volt Switch Circuit ............37 Levelling Blocks ..............54 Truma Rapid Hot Water System ......... 38 Wheel Chocks ..............54 Filling the Truma UltraRapid with Water ....
BUILD DATE: TARE: ATM: TYRE SIZE: DEALER: DISCLAIMER: By receiving this handbook, you confirm there you have read and agree to all the terms and conditions and understood the use and maintenance care of MDC ® www.marketdirect.com.au Ph: 1300 494 494...
Off road caravanning is a rewarding way to travel and see our great country. Owning an MDC Caravan will afford you the opportunity to travel to remote places and stay in comfort. It is the intention of MDC for you to have the best possible owner experience and enjoy the great outdoors.
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 measured in millimetres at the front of the tyre from the chassis rail.
Specifications SIZE (CLOS ED WITH AC) 2200mmW x 6376mmL x 2720mmH SIZE (O PEN ED WITH AC) 4200mmW x 6376mmL x 3120mmH S T Y LE 14’ hybrid offroad caravan TOWBALL WEIG HT Approx. 117kg TARE WEIG HT Approx. 2175kg 3000kg B ERTH CHA SSIS...
MDC Contact Details and Stores QUEENSLAND Brisbane Caboolture 3/711 Beaudesert Rd 4 Boeing Place Rocklea QLD 4107 Caboolture QLD 4510 NEW SOUTH WALES Sydney Newcastle 1/12 Avalli Road, Unit 1, 2364 Pacific Hwy Prestons NSW 2170 Heatherbrae NSW 2324 VICTORIA...
Caravan to sway and/or roll excessively left and right. The industry optimum ball weight on a caravan is between 9 and 11% of the total Caravan weight. MDC Caravans fit into this category and 10% should be used as the starting point.
Jacking Your Caravan Your trailer is fitted with purpose built jacking points and from January 2021 supplied with a suitable jack. An appropriately rated bottle jack is an acceptable alternative, however when using the jacking point beneath the trailing arm ensure the jack is of a retracted height that will fit under the jacking point when the tyre is deflated. A suitably rated “High Lift”...
Electrical Safety Warning Failure To Follow These Instructions May Result In Death Or Serious Injury! When working with electrical equipment or lead acid batteries, have someone nearby in case of an emergency. Study and follow all the battery manufacturer’s specific precautions when installing, using, and servicing the battery connected to the inverter.
To comply with national laws on breakaway systems, you must supply a maintenance charge to the battery/batteries that power the system should it be activated. In all MDC products, the breakaway is powered by the house batteries in the caravan. For this purpose and Anderson plug connection is fitted to all MDC caravans on the drawbar. Your vehicle will need to be fitted with a power supply to a 50 amp Anderson plug near the towbar so the trailer can be connected.
50 amp fuse or circuit breaker at the battery Notes: The Projecta IDC25 DC to DC controller fitted in your MDC trailer is programmed to favour the solar panel input exclusively until it drops below a threshold voltage input. By providing accessory power to the number 12 pin, the trigger for the IDC25 will be set off to take power from both the Anderson plug and the solar panels.
Gas & Appliance Safety Gas Certification Your Caravan has been supplied gas tested and certified. Any additions or alterations to the gas system must be performed by an authorised person and will require re-certification and testing. Also note any alterations may affect your warranty on both the system and appliances.
• For gas cylinders stored in a dedicated LP Gas Locker ensure the locker is kept closed at all times unless changing or operating the cylinders. • Close cylinder valves when appliances are not in use or while refuelling is in progress. •...
Caution To use your inbuilt Truma hot water system, the external flue covers must be removed prior to starting the unit. Ventilation and Flues • Check all permanent ventilators, flues (if applicable) and vents to ensure they are clear, open and unrestricted. •...
Diesel Heater Safety (Where fitted as option) Important information before operating the diesel heater. • The diesel heater is designed for use in your caravan. • The heater is designed to heat the main living area of your caravan. Attempting to warm the additional annex area may be beyond the performance of the diesel heater unit.
Using the Caravan Weights and Payload Capacities The information plate attached to the drawbar of your caravan displays the relevant weights and weight capacities of the van. How to Load 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.
10%. Ideally, once loaded the first time, take the caravan to a weigh bridge, and measure the total weight loaded including the weight on the jockey wheel. When the total weight is known, adjust the load locations to meet the desired 10% Effects of Weight Distribution The distribution of weight in a caravan can influence the handling and performance of the van.
Pre-Trip Inspection Tyres • Before any trip check the following • Correct tyre pressures • Tyres are in good condition free from damage and uneven wear. • Tread is of legal and acceptable depth. Wheel Nuts • Ensure wheel nuts are tensioned to the correct torque using a torque wrench. •...
Setting Up the Caravan Choosing a Spot to Set Up When choosing a spot to set up your caravan, start with a flat area with no overhanging trees. Birds and bats occupying trees can defecate leaving droppings on your caravan that can damage paint and leaves and sap can also stain the coating.
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.
Kitchen To extend the kitchen from the caravan, press down the blue slide tab, raise the pad bolt and pull kitchen out. The kitchen will lock into place when extended. To put kitchen away, again press down the blue tabs and push back into place.
Electrical Panel Control Panel *Voltmeter will indicate battery voltage when idle or charge voltage when charging. * Amp meter will show current being used not charge current. Towing the Caravan Hitch Towing with Trucks & Buses If you intend to tow your caravan with a truck or heavy commercial vehicle you should fit a hitch system to minimise the lash effect of the commercial suspension and distance from the rear axle to the tow point.
Towing the Caravan Connecting the Hitch 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. www.marketdirect.com.au Ph: 1300 494 494...
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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.
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. Locking plate should be in unlocked position as shown.
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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.
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.
Connecting the Breakaway The breakaway lanyard is connected to a simple switch on the drawbar. When connecting the lanyard to the tow vehicle it should be connected to a solid part of the vehicle. Do not incorporate its connection with the safety chains. Breakaway Switch Lanyard Connection Connecting the Safety Chains...
Preparing for Bad Weather During inclement weather the following should be done: • Close all roof vents and hatches to prevent water entering. • Protect the awning from high winds by retracting or securing with guy ropes and pegs. • Ensure your caravan is not parked in ground that will become boggy and prevent exiting the camp area •...
Storage & Care Long Term Storage To maximise the life of your camper you should consider additional protection from the elements. UV light and moisture can have an adverse effect on materials when left unprotected outside. This section outlines some of the things you can do as an owner to protect your investment.
Care and Maintenance of the Caravan Protection of Finishes Paint: 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.
Fabrics Fabrics may not be colourfast and should be washed gently by hand on their own or dry cleaned. Corrosion Protection Reasonable steps should be made by the customer to protect the product from corrosion. Seaside areas, areas with high salt contents in soil and roads that are salted during snow conditions can greatly accelerate corrosion. When used in these areas the product should be thoroughly washed after use and unpainted metal surfaces should be coated in a suitable protectant.
Winegard Sensar III Antenna (optional Extra) Where fitted as an option the mechanism for your Winegard antenna should be lubricated according to the manufacturers specified schedule. www.marketdirect.com.au Ph: 1300 494 494...
Solar Panels Accumulated dirt and soiling can affect the performance of the solar panels. Panels should be cleaned as necessary to prevent this. Sealants around solar panel mounts should be checked annually to ensure they are in good condition. Sealants Roof sealants should be inspected every 6 months for condition.
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 Battery Care Your camper is fitted with 100Ah AGM Batteries.
Truma Rapid Hot Water System Operating Instructions General Safety *Read the included Truma operation manual supplied with you trailer. The use of upright gas cylinders from which gas is taken in the gas phase is mandatory for the operation of gas regulators, gas equipment and gas systems.
illegal to use the appliance, and in some countries, this even makes it illegal to use the vehicle. • Any work involving connection or interconnecting wiring must be carried out by a licensed electrician. If the mains cable (supply cord) is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
Residues of frozen water can prevent filling if there is a frost. The water heater can be defrosted by switching on the heater for a short period (max. 2 minutes). Frozen pipes can be defrosted by heating the room. • If just the cold water system is being used, without water heater, the heater tank is also filled up with water.
Switching On Gas Operation Never operate the heater without water in it! If the wall cowl is positioned close to an opening window (or hatch) – in particular directly under it – the window must remain closed when the water heater is in use (see warning plate). Removing The Cowl Cover •...
UltraRapid switched off. Please ensure that it is secure and has locked into place (risk of accident). Defective cowl caps must not be used. Drain the water heater if there is a risk of frost! Warranty claims will not be accepted if this is ignored.
Water Heater Trouble Shooting Gas Operation Symptom Cause Remedy When switching on, No 12 V DC supply voltage. Check the power supply (operation voltage min. 10.5 V). Check the heater does the Truma UltraRapid fuse (refer to maintenance “Fuses”). not operate. When switching on, –...
Water Pumps The pump when switched on is activated by the release of pressure at the tap and will pump water continuously until the tap is turned off and pressure restored. Should the pumps activate while the taps is turned off this could indicate a leak and require investigation and rectification.
Diesel Heater Safety (Where fitted as option) Important information before operating the diesel heater. • The diesel heater is designed for use in your caravan. • The heater is designed to heat the main living area of your caravan. Attempting to warm the additional annex area may be beyond the performance of the diesel heater unit.
Product Information Pre Vin# LC3904 fitted with a YUSENN Model DA2-12v Diesel Heater Part No: 161-10022 Model Heating medium Fuel Diesel Stage Control of the heat flow Power Large Medium Small Heat flow (W) 2200 1800 1200 Fuel consumption (L/h) 0.28 0.23 0.15...
Heater Control The control switch panel is used to control the unit functions. Ventilation mode indicator Heating/Combustion mode indicator Heating selector button Stop button Ventilation selector button Temperature selector Important tips about operation • Do safety check before initial starting of the heater. Check all components for secure fit (tighten screws where necessary).
Heating process • After approx. 60 seconds the fuel supply starts and the fuel / air mixture in the combustion chamber ignites. • After the flame sensor has detected the flame, the glow plug is switched off after approx. 90 sec. The heater has reached the “POWER”...
MkII Diesel Heater Vin# LC003508 onwards Operation Control Knob Heating (power on) mode button Heating (power on) indication light Constant temperature indication light Constant temperature mode button Ventilation mode button Ventilation indicating light Heater Control Switch Power on Press the heating (2 power on) button, the heating (constant power) will flash for 0.3S. The heater will begin the start stage.
Trouble Shooting When entering fault mode, the display will flash the LED lights to indicate the fault code. This will be indicated by: 2 long flashes of 2 seconds followed by a sequence of flashes with a 0.5 second interval. The number of quick flashes indicates the fault code on the table below.
Useful Accessories Levelling Blocks These are excellent for levelling your trailer on set up. Stabiliser legs are not meant for correcting the trailer angle, they are there to keep it stable when people are in it. Using levelling blocks will extend the service life of the stabiliser legs and make set up much safer and faster.
Trouble Shooting Water Problem Possible Cause Remedy No power from control panel. Check circuit breaker. Flat Battery. Charge battery. Pump not working (no noise) Faulty pressure switch. Replace pump, Contact dealer for replacement. Bad electrical connection. Check connections with multimeter or test light. Airlock in water lines.
Trouble Shooting 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.
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. Minimum trailer spares would consist of: •...
Creek and River Crossings These crossings can be extremely dangerous even in low water levels and should never be attempted in times of even mild flooding. Towing a camper or caravan greatly elevates the risk in this situation and should never be attempted unless you are completely assured it is safe to do so.
Warranty Statement These Warranty Terms form part of the contract between you and Market Direct Group Pty Ltd (ACN 115 038 483) (“we” or “us”) for the purchase of your new Off-road Caravan or Camper Trailer. Please read these Warranty Terms carefully.
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If we approve a warranty claim, then the work performed to remedy that claim must be performed either by us or by a person whom we approve in writing to do that work. If you have rectification works performed by an unapproved third party, whether under an approved warranty claim or otherwise, then we may not be responsible for the costs of those works, and this Warranty shall not cover those works, or any damage or loss of value arising from those works.
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FACTORY SECONDS, EX-DEMONSTRATION AND DAMAGED GOODS From time to time, we may offer for sale items marked as “factory seconds”, “ex-demonstration”, or “damaged”. This Warranty does not apply to any goods sold under these markings. If other warranties apply to goods sold while marked as “factory seconds”, “ex-demonstration”, or “damaged”, then those warranties will apply the standard for a product with those markings, which will be a lower standard than that for a product sold as new.
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• If we have insufficient information to either accept or reject a claim, we will ask you to provide us with more information to allow us to make that decision. We may require any kind of information which we consider to be relevant to the decision, which may involve questions about the use of the products, photographs of the products, or about the maintenance history of the products.
Travel Record Your caravan service record booklet and logbook will help you keep track of kilometres travels and service records. Trip Name Date Km Start Km Finish Cumulative Km www.marketdirect.com.au Ph: 1300 494 494...
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Trip Name Date Km Start Km Finish Cumulative Km www.marketdirect.com.au Ph: 1300 494 494...
Service Record 500 KM FIRST SERVICE CHECKED • Check hitch bolts to 90Nm. Hitch • Lubricate with high temp bearing grease. Handbrake • Inspect and adjust handbrake. Brakes & Bearings • Inspect and adjust brakes. Check bearings are well greased and crown nut is correctly tightened.
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Every 6 MONTHS / 5,000KM SERVICE CHECKED • Check hitch bolts to 90Nm. Hitch Handbrake • Check cable and adjust if necessary. Hand winch • Check brake function and webbing. Suspension • Lubricate and check bushes for excess movement. • Torque bolts to 190Nm. Brakes •...
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12 MONTHS / 10,000KM SERVICE CHECKED Chassis and Suspension • Inspect for damage and lubricate. Check bolt Torque to 90Nm. Hitch Jockey Wheel • Inspect for condition and operation. Breakaway • Check for correct operation. • Inspect lanyard and clip. Drawbar •...
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Body • Inspect joint sealants inside and out. • Ensuite joints checked for damage and adhesion. • Inspect for soft spots on floor. General fixings • Check all structural fixing are secure. Ventilation • Inspect for obstruction and vents operating correctly. Fire Extinguisher •...
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18 MONTHS / 15,000KM SERVICE CHECKED • Check hitch bolts to 90Nm. Hitch Handbrake • Check cable and adjust if necessary. Hand winch • Check brake function and webbing. Suspension • Lubricate and check bushes for excess movement. • Torque bolts to 190Nm. Brakes •...
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24 MONTHS / 20,000KM SERVICE CHECKED Chassis and Suspension • Inspect for damage and lubricate. Check bolt Torque to 90Nm. Hitch Jockey Wheel • Inspect for condition and operation. Breakaway • Check for correct operation. • Inspect lanyard and clip. Drawbar •...
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Body • Inspect joint sealants inside and out. • Ensuite joints checked for damage and adhesion. • Inspect for soft spots on floor. General fixings • Check all structural fixing are secure. Ventilation • Inspect for obstruction and vents operating correctly. Fire Extinguisher •...
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30 MONTHS / 25,000KM SERVICE CHECKED • Check hitch bolts to 90Nm. Hitch Handbrake • Check cable and adjust if necessary. Hand winch • Check brake function and webbing. Suspension • Lubricate and check bushes for excess movement. • Torque bolts to 190Nm. Brakes •...
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36 MONTHS / 30,000KM SERVICE CHECKED Chassis and Suspension • Inspect for damage and lubricate. Check bolt Torque to 90Nm. Hitch Jockey Wheel • Inspect for condition and operation. Breakaway • Check for correct operation. • Inspect lanyard and clip. Drawbar •...
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Body • Inspect joint sealants inside and out. • Ensuite joints checked for damage and adhesion. • Inspect for soft spots on floor. General fixings • Check all structural fixing are secure. Ventilation • Inspect for obstruction and vents operating correctly. Fire Extinguisher •...
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42 MONTHS / 35,000KM SERVICE CHECKED Hitch • Check hitch bolts to 76Nm. Handbrake • Check cable and adjust if necessary. Hand winch • Check brake function and webbing. Suspension • Lubricate and check bushes for excess movement. • Torque bolts to 190Nm. Brakes •...
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48 MONTHS / 40,000KM SERVICE CHECKED Chassis and Suspension Hitch • Inspect for damage and lubricate. Check bolt Torque to 90Nm. Jockey Wheel • Inspect for condition and operation. Breakaway • Check for correct operation. • Inspect lanyard and clip. Drawbar •...
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Body • Inspect joint sealants inside and out. • Ensuite joints checked for damage and adhesion. • Inspect for soft spots on floor. General fixings • Check all structural fixing are secure. Ventilation • Inspect for obstruction and vents operating correctly. Fire Extinguisher •...
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54 MONTHS / 45,000KM SERVICE CHECKED Hitch • Check hitch bolts to 90Nm. Handbrake • Check cable and adjust if necessary. Hand winch • Check brake function and webbing. Suspension • Lubricate and check bushes for excess movement. • Torque bolts to 190Nm. Brakes •...
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60 MONTHS / 50,000KM SERVICE CHECKED Chassis and Suspension Hitch • Inspect for damage and lubricate. Check bolt Torque to 90Nm. Jockey Wheel • Inspect for condition and operation. Breakaway • Check for correct operation. • Inspect lanyard and clip. Drawbar •...
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Body • Inspect joint sealants inside and out. • Ensuite joints checked for damage and adhesion. • Inspect for soft spots on floor. General fixings • Check all structural fixing are secure. Ventilation • Inspect for obstruction and vents operating correctly. Fire Extinguisher •...
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66 MONTHS / 55,000KM SERVICE CHECKED Hitch • Check hitch bolts to 90Nm. Handbrake • Check cable and adjust if necessary. Hand winch • Check brake function and webbing. Suspension • Lubricate and check bushes for excess movement. • Torque bolts to 190Nm. Brakes •...
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72 MONTHS / 60,000KM SERVICE CHECKED Chassis and Suspension Hitch • Inspect for damage and lubricate. Check bolt Torque to 90Nm. Jockey Wheel • Inspect for condition and operation. Breakaway • Check for correct operation. • Inspect lanyard and clip. Drawbar •...
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Body • Inspect joint sealants inside and out. • Ensuite joints checked for damage and adhesion. • Inspect for soft spots on floor. General fixings • Check all structural fixing are secure. Ventilation • Inspect for obstruction and vents operating correctly. Fire Extinguisher •...
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78 MONTHS / 65,000KM SERVICE CHECKED Hitch • Check hitch bolts to 90Nm. Handbrake • Check cable and adjust if necessary. Hand winch • Check brake function and webbing. Suspension • Lubricate and check bushes for excess movement. • Torque bolts to 190Nm. Brakes •...
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84 MONTHS / 70,000KM SERVICE CHECKED Chassis and Suspension Hitch • Inspect for damage and lubricate. Check bolt Torque to 90Nm. Jockey Wheel • Inspect for condition and operation. Breakaway • Check for correct operation. • Inspect lanyard and clip. Drawbar •...
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Body • Inspect joint sealants inside and out. • Ensuite joints checked for damage and adhesion. • Inspect for soft spots on floor. General fixings • Check all structural fixing are secure. Ventilation • Inspect for obstruction and vents operating correctly. Fire Extinguisher •...
Guide to Video Library Handover Video Setup Tutorial This video demonstrates requirements before pickup This video demonstrates setting up the and all features and appliances caravan Scan code of go to Scan the code or go to https://youtu.be/HRRHVtMJPNI https://youtu.be/-81haE7OkUA Pack Down Tutorial This video demonstrates packing down the caravan Scan the code or go to...
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