WELCOME AND INTRODUCTION ... 1-1 Front & Back Levelling ......... 5-1 Model Year .............. 1-1 Parking on a Reverse-Sloping Site or Steep Elddis Technical Approvals ........1-1 Hill ..............5-2 GENERAL SAFETY ........ 2-1 GETTING STARTED ......6-1 Please read before using your new caravan. .. 2-1 Electricity ..............
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CONTENTS Powering with electricity ........9-4 Front Wrap Round Seating (Option) ..... 9-27 Selecting electrical power ........9-4 Removable Drawer Locker ......9-27 Powering with gas ..........9-4 Satellite Dish ............9-28 Switching off the refrigerator ......9-5 TV Aerial ............... 9-28 Door locking mechanism ........
Model Year Owner’s Information Pack. All Touring caravans manufactured by Elddis are Your new Elddis caravan has been designed as a designated by their model year. The 2011 model recreational vehicle and is intended for year runs from 1st September 2010 to 31st recreational use only.
Caravan Towing Vehicle Weight Ratio). In order for you to get the most out of your new The laden nose weight for your caravan Buccaneer caravan it is necessary for you to be should not exceed the lower of the aware of the following:...
A fat pan fire the fitted roof skylight. All roof skylights fitted by must not have an extinguisher aimed at it, but Buccaneer provide fixed free area ventilation. must be smothered with a fire blanket. These roof skylights should be cleaned annually...
GENERAL SAFETY YOUR CARAVAN PAYLOAD EXPLAINED A mass specified for the items which a user can choose to carry in a caravan and which are not Definitions included as essential habitation equipment or optional equipment. Maximum technically permissible laden mass (MTPLM) Optional equipment payload (OEP) Maximum mass of the vehicle, which takes into This is an amount of weight provided by us for...
The Jockey wheel nose weight indicator is fitted bottle locker. The gas should be turned off. to all Buccaneer caravans. This can be used to give guidance on the actual nose weight your (ii) The leisure battery is stored and secured in caravan is applying to your car’s tow ball.
PREPARING FOR THE ROAD (iii) Any external connections (battery chargers, connecting cables etc), should be disconnected and stowed. (iv) Check that all exterior locker doors are secure and locked. (v) Secure and lock the main caravan entrance door. PRE-TOW CHECKLIST & HITCH-UP Having loaded the touring caravan and secured the lockers and main entrance door: Check touring caravan wheel bolts are...
PREPARING FOR THE ROAD Uncoupling the caravan’s brakes if it becomes separated from its towing vehicle. The cable assembly is designed to part, allowing the caravan to come to a halt away from the towing vehicle. Construction - Usually a thin steel cable, possibly plastic coated, and fitted with a means of attachment to connect to the towing vehicle.
PREPARING FOR THE ROAD (ii) Attach the clip directly to the attachment accessories e.g. a stabiliser, bumper shield, point (Fig 3-5, Step 2). cycle carrier etc. (ii) That there must be sufficient slack in the STEP 2 cable to allow the towing vehicle and caravan to fully articulate without the cable ever becoming taut and applying the brakes.
PREPARING FOR THE ROAD HANDBRAKE Your caravan is fitted with BPW running gear and handbrake. It is essential that prior to towing you ensure that your handbrake is in the fully off position. This can be confirmed by ensuring that the handbrake arm is resting on the blue stop fitted to the side of the A frame as shown in Fig 3-7 below.
TOWING AND DRIVING SPEED LIMITS TOWING AND DRIVING • Normal road towing: 50mph REVERSING • Motorways (including dual carriageways): It is advisable to have a second person available 60mph when reversing the caravan. SETTING OFF Start practising by choosing a left-hand bend for ease.
ARRIVING ON SITE should indicate when the spirit level bubble is in ARRIVING ON SITE the middle. CHECK SITE REGULATIONS Whichever method you use, and once level: On arrival at a site, you should always check the Apply the caravan handbrake and chock the site regulations.
ARRIVING ON SITE PARKING ON A REVERSE-SLOPING SITE OR STEEP HILL For successful parking on a reverse slope or steep hill, the operator need only apply the handbrake with one hand while gently but purposely inching the caravan a small distance backwards with the other.
You have arrived at your destination and now (ii) Your caravan is properly earthed. Never want to start to enjoy your new Buccaneer accept a supply from a socket outlet or plug caravan. The following is a step by step guide to...
GETTING STARTED WIRING OF CONNECTING CABLE AND CARAVAN MAINS INLET WARNING: It is essential that connections are made exactly as shown. If terminal markings are not in accordance with the above diagram they must be ignored. (vii) Place any surplus cable under the caravan. OVERSEAS ELECTRICAL CONNECTION Ensure that the surplus cable is not coiled Please Note: Connection to a mains voltage...
Each gas appliance is connected to its own gas isolation tap under the cooker. These are Your new Buccaneer caravan has been fitted with identified on the tap via a label. Below is a key to a fully approved gas regulator designed to identify each label.
GETTING STARTED WATER SYSTEM Your new Buccaneer Caravan is fitted with an on board dual water pump system. When the system is first used or if air is sucked into the system when emptying your water container: 1. Insert plug into wall socket and close lid to lock plug in place.
GETTING STARTED How to Use Your Aquasource Draining Down Your Water System CAUTION It is essential that you drain down your caravan water system when it is not in use. Do not under any circumstances connect your This is most important during winter caravan to the mains water supply without the months to protect against frost damage.
LPG GAS SYSTEM • Outlet sockets located within the caravan should only be used with a Buccaneer does not recommend the use of any dedicated appliance and not an external cylinders. All cylinders in use should be independent unit. within the gas locker provided. If you wish to •...
‘trip’ the main switch, to the OFF position. This switch can only be re-set after Buccaneer recommends that you use sealed for elimination of the fault. life leisure batteries of a minimum rating off 40 Please Note: In case of difficulty, consult an ampere-hours at 20 hours discharge rate.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AUTOMATIC CHARGING SYSTEM The battery charger will operate automatically when the caravan is connected to the mains outlet on a caravan site. The 12V system, with the exception of the 12V refrigerator and battery charging, will not operate when the caravan is connected to the towing vehicle.
(i) All pans should be mounted centrally Congratulations on your purchase of a new over the burners, even when cooling, to Buccaneer caravan. Within this section of your protect adjacent walls. caravan’s handbook we will give you brief details (ii) Do not lower the glass cover until hob on how to operate all of the caravan’s equipment...
HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Gas Hob (i) Turn the individual control knob for the burner you wish to light, whilst depressing the knob to engage the electronic ignition. (ii) If the hob is fitted with electronic ignition then depress the ignition button, which can be found on the front of the oven next to the oven control, while depressing the control...
HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Gas Grill Gas Oven (i) Turn the grill control knob to the high flame (i) Turn the gas oven control knob to maximum position and with the knob depressed press then depress the knob while pressing the the electronic ignitor button.
HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT REFRIGERATOR MODEL THETFORD N112 LCD (Single Axle Models) D = Function LED A = Main switch (on/off) E = LCD display B = Mode selection switch C = Cooling level selection switch OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS POWERING WITH ELECTRICITY When the caravan is on tow, the refrigerator Selecting electrical power...
HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT The gas mode can be reset only if the Door locking mechanism refrigerator is switched off. If you switch the refrigerator on again and the gas mode is still not working, the LED of the manual gas mode will flash to indicate that gas is unavailable and an error code is shown in the LCD display.
HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT REFRIGERATOR MODEL THETFORD N175 LCD (Twin Axle Models) D = Function LED A = Main switch (on/off) E = LCD display B = Mode selection switch C = Cooling level selection switch OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS POWERING WITH ELECTRICITY When the caravan is on tow, the refrigerator Selecting electrical power...
HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT The gas mode can be reset only if the Door locking mechanism refrigerator is switched off. If you switch the refrigerator on again and the gas mode is still not working, the LED of the manual gas mode will flash to indicate that gas is unavailable and an error code is shown in the LCD display.
HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT TROUBLESHOOTING Before calling the authorised Service Department please check whether: • The instructions in the section “Using the refrigerator” have been followed. • The refrigerator is not tilted excessively. • It is possible to operate the refrigerator with an available power source. Failure: The refrigerator does not work in gas operation mode.
HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE • Works on gas components and electrical installation may only be carried out by authorised personnel. We recommend to contact your Dometic Service Centre. • EN 1949 stipulates that the appliance’s gas equipment and its associated fume system must be inspected after installation and a certificate issued.
HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT ALDE HEATING (Twin axle models only) Alde Compact 3010 Control Panel Fault Finding Pre-operational Check List • Check the level of antifreeze in the header Check LPG - Sufficient supply? Is the main tap fully open? tank.
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HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Quick Start Operating Instructions Further information can be found in the appliance handbook. Use the Left < and Right > arrow keys to select the symbol you want. Use the +/On and -/Off keys to turn the function on and off. Turn boiler With “OFF”...
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HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Systems Test To ensure a fully operational system follow these steps: Never operate the Alde boiler without ensuring the heating system has antifreeze in it. Check the header tank - 1cm above “Min” mark when cold. Ensure LPG and 230V connections are in place - the 230V supply symbol should show.
HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT MICROWAVE BATTERY CHARGER Notes: The battery charger for the caravan battery will automatically switch on when the caravan is 1 - Your microwave is connected to your 230V connected to a mains supply. The battery charger electricity supply via a non customer useable will also provide a 12V supply to the caravan plug.
HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT AIR CONDITIONING (option) Blizzard 1500 Air Conditioning Unit (Where Fitted) Starting and Function Selection (i) Internal temperature control thermostat. (ii) Two speed fan switch. (iii) ON button (push to ON position). (iv) To increase the cooling from the unit, turn the red/blue control knob to the blue section.
HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT THETFORD CASSETTE C250 TOILET Optional Features p) Electric Blade Introduction q) Automatic Ventilator The Thetford Cassette Toilet is a high quality product. The toilet forms an integral part of your Waste Pump-Out System caravan or camper bathroom, thanks to its Waste Holding Tank Multi-Level Indicator functional design which combines modern styling Flush-Water Tank Level Indicator (only if...
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HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Standard C250 Optional features C250 Control panel (with optional features) 9-16...
HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT damage. If blockage occurs, always check if the 14. Automatic Ventilator: The ventilator blade handle is in the correct (closed) position. automatically starts when the control panel is activated (by pressing the flush button) and For toilets with own Flush-Water Tank: Open will automatically shut off after approximately the water filling door and fill the flush-water...
HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT once the emptying spout is pointing downwards. Caution: Never use bleach, vinegar or other Prepare the toilet for re-use if required. Slide the powerful household cleaners that contain these Waste Holding Tank into the toilet and close the substances.
HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Rinse the float and rubber seal under a tap. Activate the Control Panel by pressing the Replace the rubber seal and float for the flush button. Open the blade and press the Automatic Pressure Release Vent using the flush button until water stops flowing into same method in reverse.
Your caravan is fitted with at least one type of the following roof lights: The Heki 4 Rooflight Your new Buccaneer caravan will be fitted with the Heki 4 rooflight in the main lounge. This rooflight can only be opened by using the remote control supplied with the rooflight.
HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT To open in the intermediate position: • Please consult your supplying dealer if you have any problems or defects. (i) Open the toggle catches on either side of the rooflight. • Remove any snow/ice or dirt before opening the roof.
HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT WINDOWS Your caravan will be fitted with either Polyplastic; Seitz framed windows, or a mixture of both. Seitz Window Opening Polyplastic Window Opening (i) In order to open the Seitz window you must (i) In order to open the Polyplastic window it is depress the button on the catch before only necessary to move the catch upwards moving the catch.
HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT BLINDS & FLYSCREENS Bathroom and shower tap operation The bathroom and shower taps are operated by Blinds lifting the lever and turning the lever right for (i) Pull blind down by its centre catch. Do not cold and left for hot water.
HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT EXTERIOR DOOR RETAINERS INTERNAL DOORS The door retainer fitted to your Buccaneer Toilet/Shower Room Doors caravan is operated by simply lightly pushing the Toilet/shower room doors are fitted with a lever door to the side of the caravan. The retainer...
HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT MAGNETIC CATCHES SLIDING DOORS Magnetic catches work The room divider should be held in place during on contact with the transit by the use of the strap with the stud metal plate on the rear fastening.
HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT BED MAKE-UP Bunk Beds Parallel Lounge All high level beds will take a maximum weight of 75kgs / 11 stone. When in use, the high level beds must have the bunk safety boards in place as shown in the diagram.
HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT FRONT WRAP ROUND SEATING REMOVABLE DRAWER LOCKER (Option) To remove from the caravan, first locate the two If you have purchased the wrap round seating retaining straps at the bottom rear of the unit, option for your new caravan please note that the the straps are released by pulling away and down centre seat can be extended by the use of the...
If you have ordered an LCD TV with your new caravan then details on how to set up your TV will be supplied with the TV. Your new Buccaneer caravan will be fitted with a 530 Status TV aerial To operate your 530 Directional TV aerial follow...
The Explorer Protect system is fitted as standard provided in your owners information pack. on the Odyssey, Omega, Rallye, Crusader and Buccaneer range. Manufactured by Autowatch, BPW NOSE WEIGHT INDICATOR The Explorer Protect system is designed to give JOCKEY WHEEL years of trouble free operation.
HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT unless reset by pressing any of the Arming the System in Test Or Buzz Mode transmitter buttons. In the buzz mode the siren will sound a short tone when a sensor is triggered instead of Emergency Disarm sounding for 30 seconds.
Theft deterrent, prevention and security of your grade steel alloy with a cylinder lock. It is very touring caravan is taken very seriously at Buccaneer. That is why we have provided a combination of standard features and optional extras designed to deter and prevent thieves from stealing your property.
SECURITY WHEEL LOCK DIAMOND Hints for using the Wheel Lock Diamond To keep the hole of the receiver clean, please use How to fit your Wheel Lock Diamond the supplied plug when the Wheel Lock Diamond The Wheel Lock Diamond can only be fitted is not mounted.
Mobile Phone Mast signal and 1st years subscription is covered within the is intended as an aid to the Finder. cost of your new Buccaneer Caravan. Battery low alarm • The MT2 battery is self-monitoring and when it becomes low, it will send an alarm to the Bureau.
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SECURITY The MT2 service and return to you will take about 7 days, so choose a time when your asset is well protected. Alternatively contact Automotion Security who can arrange for an engineer to visit and swop your MT2 tracking unit with a refurbished unit so that your asset is fully protected with break in protection.
HPI Ltd. the details recorded are incorrect, please contact: CRIS - Dolphin House, New Street, Salisbury, All Buccaneer caravans are recorded on the CriS Wiltshire, SP1 2TB. Telephone: 01722 411430 database by their unique 17 digit Vehicle Identity Number (VIN). This VIN and the caravan...
CARE OF YOUR CARAVAN Please Note: Under NO circumstances should CARE OF YOUR CARAVAN any abrasive cleaning agents, household This section of the guide is devoted to the care, detergents or proprietary cleaning fluids be used. cleaning and general preservation of your caravan Wash the window again using only cold water in order to retain its showroom condition.
CARE OF YOUR CARAVAN fittings road grit, dust, sand, flies, lime tree WATER CONTAINERS secretions, bird droppings etc., should be washed All water remaining in any water container off using plenty of cold water. Any remaining dirt should be disposed of so that the container should be washed off using a soft cloth and warm is empty.
Ultraflow filter cartridge should be fitted. Please Note: Suitable sterilizing chemicals are available from your Buccaneer Retailer, accessory shop, chemists, or home-brew shops. It is not, however, recommended to use bleach or sodium met bisulphide.
115Nm for alloy wheels. Only use the wheel bolts supplied with your caravan. If you need to replace these bolts you should obtain bolts from an approved Buccaneer Retailer. The bolt fixings should be tightened in the sequence shown in the diagram below. Do NOT simply tighten clockwise or anti clockwise.
(vii) Insert the wheel locating pins (supplied is 150kgs. within your Buccaneer kit box) into holes 4 LUBRICATION and 5 and then slide the wheel onto the locating pins.
WARNING: Holes must not be made without approval of the chassis manufacturer. The following maintenance instructions relate to product whether it can be used for BPW caravan the BPW chassis fitted to your Buccaneer axles and suspensions without any risk to safety. caravan. They are a constituent part of the This applies even if an accredited test authority warranty conditions.
STORAGE Caravan covers may be used to protect your new LONG TERM & WINTER STORAGE Buccaneer caravan provided that the cover used If the caravan is to be stored for any length of is of a breathable type. time, especially over the winter period, the...
WARRANTY (ii) That the original construction of the WARRANTY caravan has not been tampered with or 3-YEAR MANUFACTURER’S repaired other than by Explorer Group or WARRANTY an approved Retailer or Service Centre. Subject to the following conditions, your caravan (iii) That an “annual” service, damp and safety is supplied with a manufacturer’s warranty for 3 check has been carried out by an approved years from the original date of purchase, at no...
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WARRANTY otherwise), costs, expenses or other claims for compensation howsoever arising. (xii) No liability will be accepted for any accidental or fire damage or any loss incurred by accident or fire. (xiii) The unexpired period of the 3-year warranty or the 5 year water ingress is transferable to second and subsequent owners during the warranty period.
CODE OF PRACTICE - WATER INGRESS CUSTOMER OBLIGATION - SERVICING CODE OF PRACTICE - WATER It is a condition of your warranty that your INGRESS caravan must have an “annual” service, damp and At Explorer we want our customers to be sure safety check and this should be carried out by an that, in buying one of our caravans, you are buying Explorer Group approved Retailer or Service...
CODE OF PRACTICE - WATER INGRESS identifying the required component: (i) Model and make of caravan (ii) VIN number (iii) Description of required part (iv) Photograph, size or diagram of required part Please Note: All parts must be ordered and supplied through an approved retailer.
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EQUIPMENT LIST EQUIPMENT LIST BUCCANEER REFRIGERATOR THETFORD N112 (SINGLE AXLE) THETFORD N175 FRIDGE FREEZER (TWIN AXLE) CENTRAL HEATING ALDI COMPLETE SYSTEM SINK AND DRAINER SPINFLO ARGENT BLACK GLOSS OVEN SPINFLO MIDI PRIMA WITH ILLUMINATION & 2 SHELFS MICROWAVE BCA DIGITAL CW SURROUND...
Q: What Is The Correct Awning Size For My Caravan? A: Ground to ground awning measurements for Buccaneer caravans can be found by looking in the latest model section, the Product Archive section on our website, or by referring to the relevant Technical Specification section of this handbook.
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Q: Where Can I Get Spare Parts For My Caravan? A: Retailers will be able to source most parts you require. For details of your nearest Buccaneer Retailer please refer to our Find A Retailer section on our website, or call 01207 699 000 for assistance.
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GLOSSARY Bunk Bed GLOSSARY This is a sleeping place, usually higher up than a 13 pin plug conventional bed. Often (but not always) this can The plug used to connect the caravans electrical be folded or removed to provide additional living system to your towing vehicle to enable the road space.
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GLOSSARY Coupling Head - See hitch. Gas Cylinder This is a portable, pressurized container for the CRiS storage of LPG. This is the Caravan Registration and Identification Scheme. It is a voluntary scheme which registers Gas Cylinder Locker caravans in a similar manner to how motor Is the compartment on the caravan for the vehicles are registered.
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GLOSSARY Ingress Maximum Permissible Towing Weight Usually meaning water ingress, a possible problem This is the maximum weight that the towing where water seeps in at the joins, usually as a vehicle is allowed to tow. result of worn sealant. Maximum User Payload Jack This is the maximum payload available for the...
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GLOSSARY Payload Space Heater The amount you can put into a caravan. This is a type of heating equipment for the living Specifically the difference between the Maximum quarters. Modern units fitted offer gas and mains- Technical Permissible Laden Mass (MTPLM) and operation.
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GLOSSARY Vehicle Kerb weight The weight of the tow car often indicated in the manufacturers specifications.. VIN - Vehicle Identification Number This is a unique serial identification number for a vehicle. All Cars and motor caravans should carry a VIN. Caravans are not obliged to, but most of those sold in recent years in the UK do as a result of the CRiS voluntary registration scheme.
SERVICE DOCUMENTS SERVICE DOCUMENTS TOURING CARAVANS - ANNUAL SERVICE RECORD In order to take full use of your warranty offered by The Explorer Group Limited it is essential that your caravan is serviced within the time scale laid down in the warranty terms and conditions. See Index - Warranty Terms &...
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SERVICE DOCUMENTS SECTION (E) GAS INSTALLATION SECTION (F) FINAL Hotplate Road test Refrigerator Heater Leak tested Water heated Fully operational CARE WARRANTY Your caravan is covered by the 3 year warranty, it is a condition of this warranty that a service and safety check is carried out by your caravan retailer at least once a year (12 months from the date of purchase) in accordance with the National Caravan Council recommendations.
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SERVICE DOCUMENTS 5th SERVICE 6th SERVICE DATE: DATE: RETAILERS STAMP: RETAILERS STAMP: I/We certify that an annual service has been I/We certify that an annual service has been carried out in accordance with the carried out in accordance with the manufacturers’...
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SERVICE DOCUMENTS 13th SERVICE 14th SERVICE DATE: DATE: RETAILERS STAMP: RETAILERS STAMP: I/We certify that an annual service has been I/We certify that an annual service has been carried out in accordance with the carried out in accordance with the manufacturers’...
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The Explorer Group Limited Delves Lane, Consett, Co. Durham DH8 7PE Telephone: 01207 699000 • Facsimile: 01207 699001 • www.explorer-group.co.uk All the illustrations and descriptive matter in this guide are intended to give a general idea of the caravan. Changing market and supply situations may prevent the manufacturer from maintaining the exact specifications and details in this handbook and we therefore reserve the right to alter specifications and materials as conditions demand.