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Escapod Essentials Manual
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Trailer comes standard with a 2" ball coupler unit with a ⅝" hitch pin which connects
the coupler to the open receiver. Additionally, you can opt to add an
tightener
to your setup to ensure a secure and quiet tow. There's also a ¼" pin for the
coupler latch. You may want to thread the trailer wiring harness through this ¼" pin to
keep it from dragging on the ground when connecting to your tow vehicle. For optimal
maintenance, wipe any debris o
trip.
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Chains are attached to the tongue of the trailer now instead of just to the coupler so it
is easier to remove the coupler for security purposes and ensure that if any trailer
disconnect happens you have a safety backup that is securely attached to the trailer
body. For increased security, you may opt for a locking hitch pin:
Trailer Hitch
Lock,
Trailer comes standard with a 10" jack stand, and a 15" version for those with our
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Freeride Suspension Upgrade. You can add blocks underneath the foot of the jack if
necessary, based on the terrain of your campsite.
VIN & info plates are on the A-frame arms of the tongue for reference. One plate lists
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the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), rim size, tire size, and suggested cold PSI for
your tires. The other plate lists the VIN and date of manufacture. For models after July
2021, the VIN plates are consolidated into one plate located on the passenger side of
the A-Frame.
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The tongue box and storage deck are firmly bolted to the frame with galvanized
hardware and lock washers, which should be torqued occasionally (hand tighten bolts
and ensure that the lock washer is fully compressed) to ensure a properly secured
load. Both storage options sit atop an A-frame tongue construction made out of 3/16"
square steel tube. The base weight of one battery is ~75 lbs. Additional batteries or
storage can be added until you reach the maximum recommended load capacity of 250
lbs.
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Older frames are powder-coated and reinforced with Raptor bed liner in high-impact
areas, which you can touch up with a
frames are galvanized, which coats the inside and outside of the frame with molten
zinc to protect from rust.
Original TOPO Series
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TONGUE
your hitch ball and
Master Lock 377KA Trailer Hitch
two-part Raptor aerosol
1
anti-rattle
grease
the hitch ball before every
CURT 23518 Black
Lock.
as needed. Newer
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Summary of Contents for Escapod TOPO Series
- Page 1 Escapod Essentials Manual Original TOPO Series — TONGUE ● Trailer comes standard with a 2” ball coupler unit with a ⅝” hitch pin which connects the coupler to the open receiver. Additionally, you can opt to add an anti-rattle tightener to your setup to ensure a secure and quiet tow.
- Page 2 Batteries Interstate Lead Acid Batteries ● Single: 12V battery (88 AmpHours) Double: two 6V batteries (225 AmpHours) Avoid storing the battery at a low charge (re-charge after each trip) Charge fully at least every two months Charge fully a few days prior to a trip in case you need a replacement battery Charge the battery until full (all bars lit up or 13.2+V on the indicator - this will vary depending on what device is providing the reading).
- Page 3 ● Windows have weep holes at the bottom as a water management system. Starting with trailers built in September 2021, Escapod installs a custom gasket into the window track to improve water-tightness. This makes closing the windows a little more cult, so be sure to press down until you hear an audible “click”...
- Page 4 ○ Adding blocks below the feet o ers a wider, more stable base Each stabilizer is rated to 3,000 lbs. ○ ○ We recommend using wheel chocks in addition to stabilizers for extra security. FREERIDE SUSPENSION Steel trailing arm style suspension with a pre-loaded spring and integrated shock ●...
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Page 5: Cabin Interior
Extreme Duty Bushings Pump grease into zerk fitting Brake Magnets Inspect for wear and current draw Brake Linings Inspect for wear or contamination Hub / Drum Inspect for abnormal wear or scoring Wheel Bearings Inspect for corrosion or wear. Clean and and Cups** repack bearings with grease. - Page 6 a low exhaust setting will help manage condensation as well (note: all trailers in 2020 and beyond are unidirectional and only operate as exhaust fans). If you hear squeaking from the fan, we recommend running it on high for 12 hours to loosen the bearings, (even the highest setting won’t solely run down your battery overnight).
- Page 7 Heater ● Propex Manual is included with this option, along with the Propex Thermostat Manual. Refer to page 7 of the Propex HS2000 manual for common fault codes. ● ● Heater will operate as fan alone or on heat setting (blue flame icon). ●...
- Page 8 A graduated bar chart lights up according to battery level ● ● All standard batteries that come with the Escapod should be charged on 12V mode (our single and double battery systems are wet/flooded) ● If you upgrade aftermarket to an AGM, Lithium, or other battery type, please consult...
- Page 9 pilot a hole for the screw once the proper adjustments have been made can ensure no future movement of the latch. ● 90 pound gas struts assist with opening the hatch and provide a soft close (after a few years grease may need to be replaced). Table The large cabinet face in the galley doubles as an adjustable table, easily removed ●...
- Page 10 SOLAR PANEL & CONTROLLER Lightleaf Solar Panel ● Lightleaf panel mounts onto the back hatch of your TOPO Series trailer. Make sure the mounting knobs are turned to hold the panel in place while driving. ● ● You can add a...
- Page 11 Built-in voltage meter (ranges from 11.6V-12.8V) ▪ 12.6+ = 100% ▪ 11.9V ~ 20-30% ▪ 11.6V = dead battery The display cycles between your voltage meter and how many amps the solar is charging the battery with, also shows errors WATER SYSTEM &...
- Page 12 ● Flame knob adjusts water temperature Water drop knob adjust water pressure ● ● For hottest setting turn flame all the way up, and keep pressure low Snowflake/sun knob indicates a seasonal-use setting. The snowflake will give hotter ● water as this is the “cold-weather” setting. The sun will give less warm water as this is the “summer”...
- Page 13 This is best done as a two-person job Unroll the awning with one person holding each end Unfold the poles tucked into the end of the awning for vertical support. Extend to desired height and give them a twist to lock in place (twist the bars themselves, not the connection piece where the bars join).
- Page 14 TENT ● If you have either the 55” or 63” FSR High Country tent you will have a printed manual inside the shoe storage of your tent. You can view a digital version by clicking here. ● You can watch our setup video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QA7Vk5_x0gs. ●...
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Page 15: Electric Brakes
examples that will be compatible with your fully articulating hitch since they have a removable ball: ○ MaxxHaul 70067 8-Position Adjustable Ball Mount CURT 45901 Adjustable Trailer Hitch Ball Mount ○ ● Please note that it's also fine to be within an inch or two in either direction - you’ll still get a great tow! ●... -
Page 16: Pre-Travel Checklist
○ Do this once per season Controller will check on its own and give alerts for any wiring issues ● PRE-TRAVEL CHECKLIST ● Do a 360° around the trailer to ensure everything is secure & ready Lock: ● ○ Doors Hatch ○... - Page 17 KEY TAKEAWAYS ● Always go through the pre-travel checklist before a trip Torque lug nuts regularly (after first 200 miles, every 2,000 miles, and before every trip) ● ● Suspension maintenance - Visual check for wheel/tire alignment and see “Suspension Maintenance Schedule”...
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