Electrical System; Overseas Connection - Swift Tourer Owner's Handbook Manual

THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
General Information
It is strongly advised that the mains installation
is inspected periodically to ensure safe
use. The IET (BS7671) wiring regulations
recommend that mains installations in touring
caravans are re-inspected every 3 years.
The National Caravan Council lists the
qualifications necessary to perform this
inspection, but an NICEIC approved contractor
is probably the first choice.
On arrival at the campsite
• Disconnect hitch and 13 pin plug from the
towing vehicle.
• Place the 13 pin plug in the holder
provided to prevent damage.
13 pin plug example
• Check the suitability of the supply,
is it AC or DC, is the voltage and
frequency correct.
• Ensure that there is a proper earth
(3 pin socket outlet).
• If in doubt consult site staff.
• Make sure that the supply from the site is
switched off.
• Make sure that the charger switch on the
PSU is switched off.
• Lift the cover on the electricity inlet on the
caravan, and insert the connector on the
flexible supply cable.
• At the site supply point, connect the other
end of the supply cable to this using the
socket provided.
EL E CT RICA L S YS T E M
• Switch on the main switch at the site
supply point.
CARE POINT: It is good practice to test the
RCD (Residual Current Device) in the PSU
before switching on. There is a test button on
the RCD to test the lever, put the lever in the
up position (on) before testing.
CARE POINT: As with the RCD it is good
practice to check the Miniture Circuit Breaker
(MCB) in the PSU. Switch all to the on position
(lever up). If any do not stay up then there is
a fault.
On departure from the campsite
• Switch off supply from the site, disconnect
the cable at both ends.
• Switch off RCD.
WARNING: current consumption in the
caravan must not exceed 16 amps or the
pitch permitted maximum if this is less than
16 amps.

OVERSEAS CONNECTION

• Connection to a mains voltage overseas
requires particular attention.
• Overseas supplies can be of
reverse polarity.
• Reverse polarity results in equipment not
necessarily being isolated when turned off,
reverse polarity indicator on the PSU will
light in the event of reverse polarity.
• The only sure way to make equipment safe
is to unplug it.
• It is useful to have a means of checking
polarity when overseas.
• If it can be achieved then connect live to
live, and neutral to neutral to achieve full
electrical protection.
WARNING: Never allow modifications of
electrical or LPG systems and appliances
except by qualified persons.
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