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POWRTOUCH CARAVAN MOVERS
REMOTE CONTROL CARAVAN MOVER FAMILY
FREEDOM SINGLE AXLE MANUAL
INSTRUCTIONS for the Installation, Operation, Use,
Safety & Maintenance of the Powrtouch Freedom Manual
IF YOU HAVE PURCHASED DIRECTLY FROM POWRTOUCH your proof of purchase will
state your unique Powrtouch Freedom Serial Numbers. Please write them on the front of this
document for your convenience.
IF YOU HAVE PURCHASED FROM ANOTHER SUPPLIER then they should register your
information with Powrtouch (ALWAYS ASK YOUR SUPPLIER TO MAKE SURE THAT THIS
HAS BEEN DONE).
PLEASE NOTE THAT YOUR POWRTOUCH FREEDOM GUARANTEE IS NOT
AUTOMATICALLY TRANSFERABLE TO A SECOND OWNER
see Section 5 – Paragraph 5.1 of this document.
BEFORE CONTACTING POWRTOUCH WITH A FAULT OR GUARANTEE ENQUIRY
PLEASE PAY SPECIAL ATTENTION TO SECTION 4 OF THIS DOCUMENT.
CUSTOMER NAME:.........................................................................................
POWRTOUCH FREEDOM SERIAL No: FRM........................................................
ELECTRONICS SERIAL No: CDFM.....................................................................
2000 Park Lane, Dove Valley Park, Foston, South Derbyshire, DE65 5BG United Kingdom
TELEPHONE: +44 (0)1283 587900
WEBSITE: www.powrtouch.com
Truma Limited
Powrtouch – A Truma Brand
TWITTER: www.twitter.com/powrtouchuk
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FAX: +44 (0)1283 587910
EMAIL: info@powrwheel.com
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- Page 1 Safety & Maintenance of the Powrtouch Freedom Manual IF YOU HAVE PURCHASED DIRECTLY FROM POWRTOUCH your proof of purchase will state your unique Powrtouch Freedom Serial Numbers. Please write them on the front of this document for your convenience. IF YOU HAVE PURCHASED FROM ANOTHER SUPPLIER then they should register your information with Powrtouch (ALWAYS ASK YOUR SUPPLIER TO MAKE SURE THAT THIS HAS BEEN DONE).
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS SECTION 1 – USING YOUR POWRTOUCH FREEDOM SAFELY Safety Checks Required Prior to Using Your Powrtouch Freedom Emergency Switch Off/Stop Safety and Technical Awareness SECTION 2 – OPERATION OF YOUR POWRTOUCH FREEDOM Powrtouch Freedom Operation Switching on the Powrtouch Freedom... -
Page 3: Section 1 - Using Your Powrtouch Freedom Safely
Before moving the caravan with the Powrtouch Freedom, for safety reasons it should always be tested first, to do this turn on the Powrtouch Freedom at the Isolation switch – DO NOT PUT THE ROLLERS ON TO THE TYRES. With the rollers off the tyres check the handset functions drive the rollers correctly. -
Page 4: Section 2 - Operation Of Your Powrtouch Freedom
• When the Powrtouch Freedom is switched on and/or in use there will be 12volts at the two battery terminals on the Electronics Control Box (ECB). Under no circumstance should any metal object be allowed to touch these terminals. -
Page 5: Switching On The Handset
WHEN NOT IN USE ALWAYS SWITCH IT OFF AND REMOVE THE KEY 2.3 SWITCHING ON THE HANDSET To switch on the handset press both the ‘On’ buttons (D and F) buttons at the same time. Release them both when the LED array lights up in the settings indicator window. Once it is ready to operate then one green LED on the extreme right of the settings indicator window will remain on. -
Page 6: Engagement Of The Rollers Onto The Tyres
200 degrees the over locking cam system will lock the rollers in the engaged position. On the Powrtouch Freedom models the start position for the wrench should be as low as possible to the ground with the handle pointing away from the rollers. -
Page 7: Moving The Caravan (Handset Operation)
2.6 MOVING THE CARAVAN (HANDSET OPERATION) The caravan can be moved as required by pressing buttons A, B, C, G, H or I. The caravan will move in the direction of the arrows printed on these buttons. Pressing opposite button A and I or C and G will make single axle caravans (only) rotate on their axis. -
Page 8: Precision Control Of The Caravan Using The Electronic Soft Start Function
2.8 PRECISION CONTROL OF THE CARAVAN USING THE ELECTRONIC SOFT START FUNCTION By utilising its very effective Electronic Soft Start System the Powrtouch Freedom can easily move the caravan a distance of 1mm at a time. This small movement can be achieved by pressing and quickly releasing a direction button (stabbing the button), this facility makes attaching the caravan to the tow ball of the car a very simple operation. -
Page 9: Switching Off The Unit
Section 1 Paragraph 1.2). If the handset is left unused for 3 mins approximately it will automatically turn itself off. However, once you have finished using the Powrtouch Freedom caravan mover, ensure the unit is switched OFF with the isolation switch and the key is removed. -
Page 10: Fitting And Removal Of Side Covers
2.12 FITTING AND REMOVAL OF THE SIDE COVERS To fit the side-cover insert the three lugs on the side-cover into the three holes on the metalwork as shown in the picture above. Push the side-cover until the lugs click in place. Secure the side-cover with the retaining screw. -
Page 11: Section 3 - Diy Fitting Instructions (For Uk Spec Caravans Only)
SECTION 3 – DIY FITTING INSTRUCTIONS Key To Parts 1 – Left Hand Unit 2 – Right Hand Unit 3 – Electronics Control Box (ECB) 4 – Wrench 5 – Motor Wires 6 – Battery Wire Set With Fuse 7 – Clamp Set 8 –... -
Page 12: Receiving Your Powrtouch Freedom
3.1 RECEIVING YOUR POWRTOUCH FREEDOM When unpacking the box there is a checklist of the components for the mover. Please check that all parts have been received before commencing the installation work (See Fig 2 showing component parts). If in doubt, please contact a qualified Powrtouch Engineer. Contact details are on the front page of this document. -
Page 13: Checking Chassis Depth
It is advisable to leave a minimum 10mm gap between the Powrtouch Freedom unit and the inside wall of the tyre, this is to allow for the expansion of the tyre when the rollers are engaged. Before tightening the u bolts to the recommended 35 ft lbs tighten the alignment tube pinch bolts and lock nuts making sure the alignment tube is approximately centralised;... - Page 14 FIG 3: CLAMP ASSEMBLY WITH STOP BLOCK ~ 14 ~...
- Page 15 Powrbar Installation The Powrbar installation kit, as detailed in Fig 2 Slide the inter shafts over the inner section of the engagement shafts Tap the 5mm dia spirol pin through securing the shaft in place Slide the outer square sections into the centre Powrbar section and leave the pinch bolts loose Span the caravan with the loosely assembled square sections and slide the ends over the inter shafts Tighten all bolts and nuts to secure...
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Page 16: Electrical Assembly
Powrtouch is fitted in front of the wheels then the ECB should be wired as shown below in Fig 6A1. Should the Powrtouch Freedom be fitted behind the wheels then the motor wires for Motor 1 (LH) should be wired to M2 and the motor wires for Motor 2 (RH) should be wired to M1. The polarity of M1 &... - Page 17 ~ 17 ~...
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Page 19: Connecting To The Caravan Battery
NOT be cut to ensure that: - 1) They are of equal length 2) Should the Powrtouch Freedom be removed and refitted to a new or different caravan then the cables can easily be reused. - Page 20 Any hole(s) drilled for motor wires to access the caravan should now be sealed with the silicon sealant to prevent ingress of damp or water. The Powrtouch Freedom side covers can now be fitted by securely pushing into place.
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Page 21: Section 4 - Looking After Your Powrtouch Freedom
SECTION 5 – GUARANTEE & FAULT FINDING 5.1 GUARANTEE A NEW Powrtouch Freedom is covered by a FIVE YEAR no quibble parts and labour guarantee. (DIY fitting is a parts only 5 year guarantee.) NB. IT IS AT THE COMPANY’S DISCRETION WHETHER THIS GUARANTEE IS TRANSFERABLE TO A SECOND OWNER, AND A CHARGE WILL BE MADE FOR ANY AGREED TRANSFER. -
Page 22: Electronics Control Box (Ecb) - Led Status
Before you call Powrtouch to report a fault you should have the serial number of your Powrtouch available, as you will be asked for this information. It allows a Powrtouch Engineer to locate the full manufacturing status of the mover and be able to advise you accordingly. Also, before reporting a fault you are requested to check through the fault-finding list Section 5 Paragraph 5.5 to see if any of them can solve the problem. - Page 23 1. To the best of our knowledge these instructions were accurate at the date of publication. 2. Wherever the Powrtouch Freedom is fitted this should be done in accordance with the local standards applicable to the installation of a remote-controlled caravan moving system.
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