Hitching Up - Bailey Pursuit Owner's Manual

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Nose weight
It is recommended that the nose weight should
be varied to find the optimum for towing
dependent upon the actual laden weight of
the caravan. Experience has shown that the
nose weight should be approximately 7% of
the actual laden weight (i.e. between 50 and
100kg). However, this may be limited by the
towing vehicle or caravan manufacturer's limit
nose weight. Check with the car and caravan
handbook, or consult your retailer. The upper
limit for the caravan coupling head is 100kg.

Hitching Up

Before hitching up the vehicle always check
the following:
1. All wheel bolts are tightened to the correct
torque. For the alloy wheels fitted to
the Unicorn range the bolts should be
tightened to a torque 130Nm (Newton
metres). For the steel spare wheel supplied
with the caravan the wheel bolts should be
tightened to 120Nm.
2. Inspect all wheels and tyres for signs of
deterioration or damage.
3. Tyre pressures are correct according to the
service handbook (remember to check the
spare as well.
4. Ensure all loose articles are stowed
securely.
• Do not store heavy items in roof lockers.
Televisions and other heavy items must
always be secured at floor level when
towing.
5. All lockers and cupboard doors are closed
and secured.
6. All bunks are secure.
7. All rooflights, extractor fans and sunroofs
are closed and secured.
8. Tables are secured in their transit position.
9. Fridge is on 12v operation and the door lock
is set (if required).
10. All windows are fully closed and latched.
Never tow with windows on night setting.
11. Gas cylinders are correctly positioned,
secured and turned off, the gas box is shut
and locked.
• Ensure no loose items are stored in the
gas box and it is not overstuffed with
equipment, as this may cause impact
damage to the inside of the panel.
12. Battery strap is connected and the battery
is secure.
13. All external doors, flaps and ventilation
ducts are closed and secure with their
relevant covers in place.
• Before commencing any journey always
ensure that the rooflights are closed and
both handles are securely fastened.
• All gas appliances and the gas bottles must
be turned off while towing
• It is recommended that a minimum of 2
people work together when hitching up the
caravan to the tow vehicle.