Ezytrail Parkes Series User guide

OWNER’S HANDBOOK
PARKES RANGE
All the info you need to know when using your
Ezytrail Parkes Hybrid Offroad Caravan
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Read owner’s manual before using the equipment. Third party component
manuals should be read in conjunction with this manual. Maintenance
guidelines must be met or exceeded, failing to meet these guidelines may
result in serious injury or death and property damage.

INDEX
All the info you need to know when using your Ezytrail Parkes Hybrid Offroad Caravan
Introduction 3 Corrosion Prevention 13
SETTING UP YOUR CARAVAN WHEELS AND TYRES
Loading your Caravan 4 Highway 14
Choosing a Spot to Set Up 5 Off Road 14
Levelling your Caravan 5 ANNEXE SETUP 15
Site Power 5 ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
Kitchen 6 Chargers & Inverters 16
Preparing for Bad Weather 7 Battery Care 16
Packing Down your Caravan 7 12V Wiring Diagram 17
STORAGE AND CARE Control Panel 17
Long Term Storage 7 GAS & WATER SYSTEMS
Interior 7 Hot Water System 17
Exterior 7 Water Pumps 17
Batteries 8 Connecting the Gas 18
Securing your Caravan 8 Protecting from Mould 18
TORQUE SETTINGS Pre-Trip Checklist 19
Wheel Nuts 8 USEFUL ACCESSORIES
Hitch 8 Levelling Blocks 20
Trailing Arm Pivot Bolts 8 Wheel Chocks 20
BRAKES AND HANDBRAKE Covers 20
Brake Controller 9 Stone Protection 20
Operation 9 TROUBLE SHOOTING
Trailer Plug Wiring 9 Electrical 21
Breakaway Switch 10 Water 22
Hand Brake 11 Gas 22
Adjuster 11 Brakes 23
Correct Use of your Electric Brakes 12 HANDY TIPS
Important Safety Notice 12 Driving Off Road 24
Brake Adjustment 12 Trip Planning 25
Brake Cleaning and Inspection 12 Warranty Statement 26
Magnets 13 Maintenance 28
Shoes and Linings 13 Maintenance Schedule 29
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INTRODUCTION
WARNING– Before using this product you should read this manual and those manuals
supplied by component manufacturers applicable to this product.
This manual is supplied as a reference to required maintenance of your new Ezytrail
offroad camper. Failure to use and maintain the product in accordance with what is outlined
in this manual may affect your warranty.
Incorrect and/or insufcient maintenance may cause product failure resulting in property
loss, damage or injury or death. Maintenance intervals are critical for normal use, extreme use may require
shorter or additional maintenance intervals.
Manual content does not imply, express or other any warranty, the owner should read the limited warranty
terms included in this booklet.
Before using this product, you should be certain your tow vehicle is suitably rated and equipped to tow the
product safely and legally. The trailer and vehicle pairing must we within the safe “Maximum Towing Capacity”,
“Ball Weight Capacity” and “Gross Combination Mass” as stated by the vehicle manufacturer.
This caravan is tted with electric brakes and a “Breakaway System”. Requirements for breakaway systems
can vary from state to state. It is mandatory to supply a maintenance charge to the breakaway battery source
while driving. You MUST ensure this capability is tted to your vehicle. The maintenance charge is supplied to
the caravan via the Anderson plug on the drawbar.
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SETTING UP YOUR CARAVAN
LOADING YOUR CARAVAN
When heading away on your next big adventure it is important to load your caravan correctly to distribute weight
evenly and achieve a suitable ball weight load and prevent loading in a manner that can cause a caravan to sway
and/or roll excessively left and right. The optimum ball weight on a caravan is between 9 and 11% of the total
caravan weight.
WARNING: BALL LOADING (DOWNWARD LOAD ON TOW HITCH) MUST NOT EXCEED 350KG OR THE MAXIMUM
ALLOWABLE LOAD BY THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURER OR TOW BAR RATING, WHICH EVER IS THE LOWEST.
Exceeding these limits may result in an accident causing serious injury or death and/or property damage.
• Always load both sides of the caravan evenly
• Load heavy items low and directly over the axle.
• Secure all items to prevent damage to the caravan during travel.
• Consider water tank levels and how they may affect the balance front and back and the percentage of ball weight.
• Overhead cupboards should only be used for lightweight items such as clothes, personal items, bedding etc.
• Never store heavy items in overhead cupboards.
• Heavy cooking equipment should be stored in lower cupboards.
• Tinned and bottled food for cooking etc should be stored in the pantry cupboard.
• Never load in a manner that causes the ball weight to exceed the limit of the tow vehicle.
• The diagram below illustrates best placements of items based on weight.
This caravan is tted with electric brakes and a “Breakaway System”. Requirements for breakaway systems can
vary from state to state. It is mandatory to supply a maintenance charge to the breakaway battery source while
driving. You MUST ensure this capability is tted to your vehicle. The maintenance charge is supplied to the
caravan via the Anderson plug on the drawbar.
LIGHTWEIGHT ITEMS
MEDIUM WEIGHT ITEMS
HEAVY ITEMS
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LEVELLING YOUR CARAVAN
Levelling front to back can be done by
raising and lowering the jockey wheel prior
to adjusting the stabiliser legs.
The stabiliser legs on your caravan are not
designed for supporting the full weight of
the trailer, they are there to stabilise it once
it is level.
Getting the trailer level from left to right
should be done with drive on stepped
ramps as illustrated here.
Once levelled the legs can be lowered to
keep the trailer stable. On soft ground you
may want to use timber boards under the
stabiliser feet.
Using your stabilisers as a lifting
mechanism will void your warranty as will
extending them with a “rattle gun”
or “impact wrench”.
SITE POWER
The onboard charger in your
caravan is connected via the 15A
exterior socket. To use site power,
you will require a 15A power lead
connected to a 15A outlet, as
shown. In the event a 15A outlet
is unavailable you will need a
conversion box that will step up
from 10A to 15A with a safety switch.
Never leave power leads coiled
when in use, lay the lead out back
and forward in a manner that won’t
be a trip hazard or risk damage to
the lead.
CHOOSING A SPOT TO SET UP
When you arrive at your camp for the night it is important to choose a good spot to camp. One that will allow you
to rest easy. When choosing a spot to set up your caravan, start with a at area with no overhanging trees. Birds
and bats occupying trees can leave droppings on your caravan that can damage paint, and leaves and sap can
also stain the coating.
Ensure you are not camping in an area prone to ooding or with bad drainage in the event of rain.
Even the slightest hollow in the ground can put you in a mini lake. In hot weather if possible, set your caravan up
so the sun’s arc goes from front to back or back to front with the annex/awning in the general direction the sun
is arcing across. Doing this will keep the bulk of the caravan in shade and the inside cooler as it will be shaded
by the awning.
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SETTING UP YOUR CARAVAN
KITCHEN
Your Parkes caravan is equipped with a quality stainless steel kitchen complete with 4 burner cook top,
sink and dryer rack. It is important to learn how to open and close your kitchen so it is secured when
driving and fully supported when at camp.
• Before sliding out kitchen, release the two pad bolts (1)
• Slide the kitchen out by pulling on the xed handle (2)
• When the kitchen is extended, fold down the support legs and adjust the height to suit (3)
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STORAGE AND CARE
PREPARING FOR BAD WEATHER
During bad weather such as rain, wind, or cyclone, the following should be done:
• Close all roof vents and hatches to prevent water entering.
• Protect the awning from high winds by retracting or securing with guy ropes and pegs.
• Ensure your caravan is not parked in ground that will become boggy and prevent exiting the camp area
• Close all external doors and hatches to prevent water ingress and wind damage
PACKING DOWN YOUR CARAVAN
When packing down your caravan check the following:
• Turn off all gas and electric appliances
• Gas is turned off at the gas bottle
• Pack away and secure all loose items so they can’t move and damage themselves or the caravan
• Secure and lock all cabinet doors, and close all drawers
• Lower the roof, and ensure over centre latches are locked with safety pin engaged
• Remove and stow the site power lead
• Ensure doorstep is raised and secured
• Lower and secure all roof hatches
• Ensure all windows are closed and locked
• Close and lock the main door
• All dust covers in place and secure
LONG TERM STORAGE
To maximise the life of your caravan you should consider additional protection from the elements. UV light and
moisture can have an adverse effect on materials when left unprotected outside. This section outlines some of
the things you can do as an owner to protect your investment.
INTERIOR
Moisture and your camper are not friends, in fact they are your enemy. Here are some tips to reduce moisure
and avoid mould. High humidity and cooling temperatures can create condensation, additionally condensation
can form under mattresses due to temperature differences between warm bodies on top and the bed base being
cold from outside temperatures.
As a precaution you can do the following:
• Check under mattress for moisture before packing up. If moisture is found allow to thoroughly dry
before closing your caravan.
• Store 1 or 2 moisture absorbing packs/dehumidier packs in the caravan to draw away any
residual water vapour.
• If packing up with damp or humid conditions, open and dry out the caravan at the rst opportunity
when returning home. Dry all canvas thoroughly and follow point 2.
EXTERIOR
Ensure all seals on the caravan have proper compression at 30-50%, are free of dirt and have nothing
protruding past the seals. UV light and the elements can over time cause seals and ttings to perish and
become brittle. The use of a camper cover or tarpaulin will extend the life of components and keep your
investment looking better for longer.
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STORAGE AND CARE
TORQUE SETTINGS
BATTERIES
When storing your caravan, ensure all power is turned off to ensure batteries aren’t drained. Batteries should
be maintenance charged at least monthly when stored. Allowing batteries to drain below 12.05 volts may
permanently damage them.
If storing for as period longer than 1 month, consider a trickle charge setup, or a 24hours charge on 240V
every few weeks. Do not leave the 240V charge on constantly, as the battery memory can be affected.
SECURING YOUR CARAVAN
When parked and unhitched you should always use suitable wheel chocks to ensure the trailer can’t move in the
event of a handbrake failure. For security a wheel clamp or and hitch lock are highly recommended.
WHEEL NUTS
Wheel nuts should be tightened to correct torque using a torque wrench. Never trust a “rattle gun” as these
may over or under tighten. A quality torque wrench will ensure nuts are tightened correctly. It’s important to
remember to check your wheel nuts at 50km, 100km, and 500km and periodically thereafter.
The correct torque settings are: 125Nm for 12mm studs. Refer to the plate on your drawbar.
HITCH
The high tensile bolts securing your hitch should be tightened to 150Nm.
These should be checked at 5,000km intervals.
TRAILING ARM PIVOT BOLTS
The pivot bolts are a high tensile steel. The service interval for these bolts is 10,000km under normal use
and 5000km for harsh off-road conditions. During travel they should be inspected daily to ensure they
have not rotated or become damaged. Correct torque is 180Nm
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wheel nuts must be re-torqued to 125Nm
after the rst 50km, or after the wheels
have been re-mounted, and then at periodic
intervals. Wheel nuts should be checked
DAILY when on rough or unsealed roads.
Re-torque as per the diagram on the right:
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BRAKES AND HANDBRAKE
BRAKE CONTROLLER*
Your trailer is tted with electric brakes that require a brake controller that can be operated from the driver’s seat.
1. Manually adjustable to provide the correct braking capability for varying road, off-road and load conditions.
2. They can be modulated to provide variable braking force, thus easing the brake load on the towing vehicle.
3. There is very little lag time between the moment the tow vehicle’s brakes are actuated and the moment the
trailer brakes are actuated.
4. They can provide some braking independent of the tow vehicle in the event of an emergency.
*The requirements can vary from state to state. It’s important to check what is required in your state.
OPERATION
When electrical current is fed into the system by the controller, it activates the electromagnets in the brakes.
These electromagnets are energized and are attracted to the rotating surface of the drums which moves the
actuating levers in the direction that the drums are turning thus applying pressure from the brake linings to the
drum surface.
TRAILER PLUG WIRING
The following diagrams outline the correct wiring for at and round 7 pin plugs:
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BRAKES AND HANDBRAKE
BREAKAWAY SWITCH
By law*, all trailers with an ATM of 2000kg or greater must have a “Breakaway System” to halt the trailer in the
event it becomes detached from the tow vehicle whilst traveling. Your caravan is tted with this system with the
switch mounted on the drawbar with a steel wire lanyard to connect to your tow vehicle. In the event that the
caravan becomes detached, the lanyard will pull the pin from the breakaway switch and the onboard batteries
will activate the brake system. The lanyard must be attached to a solid part of the vehicle. It is a mandatory
requirement that power be supplied by the tow vehicle to the breakaway power source while towing. This is done
via the 50amp Anderson Plug on the drawbar. Consult a qualied auto electrician to ensure this is tted to your
tow vehicle.
In NSW there is an additional requirement that the breakaway power source be monitored from the driver
position with a minimum of a “visual alarm” for low battery voltage. Consult a qualied auto electrician to
ensure this is tted to your vehicle.
*Each state can have different laws in regards to brakeaway systems.
It’s important to check what is required in your state.
CAUTION:
• DO NOT CONNECT THE BREAKAWAY LANYARD TO THE SAME POINT
AS THE SAFETY CHAIN SHACKLES.
• DO NOT USE THE BREAKAWAY AS AN ALTERNATIVE TO THE HANDBRAKE
AND DO NOT REMOVE THE PIN AS AN ALTERNATIVE SECURITY MEASURE.
REMOVING THE PIN WILL RAPIDLY DISCHARGE THE BATTERIES.
• IT IS A MANDATORY REQUIREMENT THAT THE BREAKAWAY BATTERY
SOURCE BE CHARGED DURING TOWING.
• NSW REQUIRES A BATTERY MONITOR VIEWABLE FROM THE DRIVERS
POSITION WITH A MINIMUM OF A VISUAL ALARM FOR LOW BATTERY VOLTAGE
Breakaway Switch Anderson Plug
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HAND BRAKE
Parking brakes are mechanically operated by a cable.
Use the cable adjuster to give enough tension to be able to set the handbrake lever on the last two notches of the
coupling or handbrake is 1/3 raised when unladen. This needs to be checked again when the trailer or caravan is
loaded. If the cable is too tight, the brakes will be applied as the axle moves backward under spring deection.
Adjuster Wheel
ADJUSTER
To adjust the handbrake cable tension release locknuts. To tighten the handbrake cable, turn the adjuster wheel
in a clockwise direction. Once adjusted retighten lock nuts and test. Always ensure that wheels turn freely when
handbrake is off. Overtightened cables can cause brakes to drag and damage the brake linings.
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BRAKES AND HANDBRAKE
CORRECT USE OF YOUR ELECTRIC BRAKES
Your trailer brakes are designed to work in synchronisation with your tow vehicle brakes.
Never use your tow vehicle or trailer brakes alone to stop the combined load. Your trailer and tow vehicle will
seldom have the correct amperage ow to the brake magnets to give you comfortable, safe braking unless
you make proper brake system adjustments. Changing trailer load and driving conditions, as well as uneven
alternator and battery output, can mean unstable current ow to your brake magnets.
It is therefore imperative that you maintain and adjust your brakes as set forth in the controller manual, use a
properly modulated brake controller and perform the synchronisation/adjustment procedure recommended by
the brake controller supplier.
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
Proven and in some cases approved service methods and correct repair procedures are
essential for the safe, reliable operation of the brakes, suspension and axles as well as
the personal safety of the individual doing the work.
The numerous variations in procedures, techniques, tools and parts for servicing axles, as
well as in the skill of the individual doing the work will determine outcomes. This manual
cannot possibly anticipate all such variations nor provide advice or cautions as to each.
Accordingly, anyone who departs from the instructions provided in this manual must rst establish that they
neither compromise their personal safety nor the vehicle integrity by their choice of methods, tool’s or parts.
*IF AT ALL IN DOUBT PLEASE REFER ALL REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE TO A SUITABLY QUALIFIED OR
EXPERIENCED MECHANICAL REPAIRER.
*EZYTRAIL CAMPERS ACCEPTS NO LIABILITY FOR PERSONAL INJURY, LOSS OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM
INCORRECT APPLICATIONS, METHODS AND FAILURE TO PERFORM MAINTENANCE SAFELY AND CORRECTLY.
BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
Brakes should be adjusted:
1. after the rst 500km of operation when the brake shoes and drums have “burnished”
2. at no more than 10,000km intervals.
3. or as use and performance requires.
Never crawl under your trailer unless it is resting on properly placed jack stands. Do not
place supports on any part of the suspension system and use the designated jack point or
under the spring base plate to jack trailer.
BRAKE CLEANING AND INSPECTION
Your trailer brakes must be inspected and serviced at 10,000km or more often as required by use and
performance. Magnets and shoes must be changed when they become worn or scored to avoid inefcient
vehicle braking.
BRAKE LUBRICATION
This should only be done by qualied persons.
CAUTION - DO NOT GET GREASE OR OIL ON THE BRAKE LININGS, DRUMS OR MAGNETS.
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MAGNETS
Your electric brakes are equipped with high quality electromagnets that are designed to provide the proper input
force and friction characteristics. Your magnets should be inspected and replaced if worn unevenly or abnormally.
Even if wear is normal as indicated by your straightedge, the magnets should be replaced if any part of the magnet
coil has become visible through the friction material facing of the magnet. It is also recommended that the drum
armature surface be refaced when replacing magnets.
Magnets should also be replaced in pairs - both sides of the axle.
Always use genuine OEM parts.
SHOES AND LININGS
A simple visual inspection of your brake linings will tell if they are useable.
Replacement is necessary if the lining is worn (to within 1.5mm or less), contaminated with grease or oil or
abnormally scored or gouged. It is important to replace both shoes on each brake and both brakes of the same axle.
This is necessary to retain the “balance” of your brakes.
Be sure to replace your shoes only with genuine parts available from our outlets.
CORROSION PREVENTION
It’s important to take steps to prevent corrosion of parts on your trailer to extend the service life. Many ttings are
high tensile or zinc plated. Fittings such as this can benet from additional protection. Some helpful products to
prevent corrosion are “Lanotec”, “WD40”, “Inox” and similar products. These can be spray applied and do a very
good job of protecting metal surfaces, particularly in corrosive and aggressive environments near the ocean and
inland waterways.
Often, we take our campers and caravans to salt water environments. Driving through salt water is never
recommended as the residual chloride ions accelerate corrosion greatly. If you are camping near or driving through
these kinds of environments, we highly recommend that your trailer be thoroughly cleaned after use. Flushing the
chassis and washing and rinsing your trailer is important.
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WHEELS AND TYRES
HIGHWAY
Recommended Settings:
• Tyre pressure (up to 2000Kg ATM) - 36 psi. (sealed highways)
• Tyre pressure (2000kg to 2500Kg ATM) - 55 psi (sealed highways)
• Tyre pressure (over 2500Kg ATM) - 70 psi (sealed highways)
• It is recommended to reduce tyre pressures by 30% in offroad situations
• Wheel nuts - 125 Nm
OFF ROAD
Off road driving requires lower tyre pressures and lower speeds. When driving on rough and corrugated road,
a reduction of speed and controlled deation of tyres is required to protect the caravan and its suspension from
damage. In extreme circumstances tyre pressures may be reduced signicantly. When lowering from highway
pressure, a rule of thumb is to reduce your speed by the same percentage as the lowering of tyre pressure.
Because off road conditions can vary greatly, you must lower your pressures and reduce speed until vibration
and shock through the suspension is at a moderate level to suit the conditions you are experiencing, and the
loaded weight of your caravan.
WARNING: WHEN RETURNING TO THE HIGHWAY OR WHEN INCREASING SPEED, YOU MUST
REINFLATE THE TYRES TO CORRECT HIGHWAY PRESSURES. FAILURE TO REINFLATE CAN
CAUSE SEVERE HANDLING PROBLEMS RESULTING IN INJURY OR DEATH.
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ANNEXE SETUP
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Annexe
Annexe
NO# 1 x 2
NO# 2 x 2
NO# 3
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2
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7
x 5
NO# 4 x 2
NO# 5
NO# 6
NO# 7
EZY Hint
Prior to embarking on your first camping trip make sure you weather your canvas by wetting it down with a
hose & letting it dry out at least 3 times.
x 4
x 1
x 1
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
CHARGERS & INVERTERS
For detailed information on the appliances installed in your camper please refer to the manuals included
in your camper handover.
CAUTION
ELECTRICAL DEVICES CAN BE DANGEROUS. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD REPAIRS
AND MODIFICATIONS BE ATTEMPTED BY UNQUALIFIED OR UNTRAINED PERSONS.
EZYTRAIL ACCEPTS NO LIABILITY FOR ANY PERSONAL INJURY, DAMAGES OR LOSS AS
A RESULT OF UNQUALIFIED OR UNTRAINED PERSONS REPAIRING OR ALTERING THE
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS ON THIS PRODUCT. IF IN DOUBT CALL YOUR LOCAL EZYTRAIL BRANCH
BATTERY CARE
Your camper is tted with 100Ah Deep Cycle Batteries, designed to allow you to stay off the grid longer.
Maintaining these batteries will ensure a long service life. Storage type batteries require periodical
maintenance to perform at their peak and extend their service life. The following is an outline on how to gain the
best performance and lifecycle from the battery tted in your camper:
• Give the batteries a maintenance charge at least once per month.
• When possible leave the battery connected to a smart charger that will cycle and maintain the battery
during storage. If this isn’t possible check and charge at regular intervals to prevent excessive discharge.
• Always use a quality charger that caters to the voltage requirements of a deep cycle battery.
• Never leave your battery stored at low volts. Before storing your camper ensure that battery/s is fully
charged, and all power is disconnected/switched off.
• When in use try to keep your battery at or as close to maximum capacity as possible.
• Never use unregulated solar power direct to your batteries.
• Allowing your battery voltage to drop below 12.05V can permanently damage its performance
and reduce its service life.
DEEP CYCLE BATTERY - STATE OF CHARGE
Level Voltage
100% 13.00V
90% 12.75V
80% 12.50V
70% 12.30V
60% 12.15V
50% 12.05V
40% 11.95V
30% 11.81V
20% 11.66V
10% 11.51V
0% 10.50V
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CONTROL PANEL
1. USB Socket
2. 12V Cig Socket
3. Front Water Tank gauge
4. Battery Charge %
5. Rear Water Tank gauge
6. Battery Voltage Meter
7. Amp Usage Meter
8. Main Power (Master Switch)
9. Fridge Power (Master Switch)
10. 12V Socket Power (Master Switch)
11. Lights (Master Switch)
12. Water Pump 1 (Master Switch)
13. Water Pump 2 (Master Switch)
* Voltmeter will indicate battery voltage when idle or charge voltage when charging
* Amp meter will show current being used not charge current
HOT WATER SYSTEM
Your caravan is tted with a Swift 240V/Gas storage boiler.
Please read the manual provided with this system at the time of purchase.
For further information go to:
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WARNING:
• DO NOT OPERATE WHILST TOWING.
• DO NOT OPERATE IN ENCLOSED SPACES.
WATER PUMPS
The pump when switched on is activated by the release of pressure at the tap and will pump water continuously
until the tap is turned off and pressure restored.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
GAS & WATER SYSTEMS
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GAS & WATER SYSTEMS
CONNECTING THE GAS
Your caravan is tted with plumbed gas with the regulator and gas bottle placement at the front of the trailer.
Always ensure gas bottles are serviceable and within the 10-year service life. This information is stamped on
the bottle base.
Once you connect your gas bottle you can connect the kitchen gas hose to the bayonet connection provided.
Once the bayonet is secure, ensure all controls on the stove are in the “Off” position and then turn on the gas
bottle valve. Connect the water and gas as shown (A). Both have click and twist connectors. To switch on the
stove, simply turn the ame regulator counter-clockwise while pushing down (B); the clicking noise stops when
the ame is activated. Make sure gas bottle and gas line regulator are open. To replace the battery of the stove,
you simply lift the stove out of its frame. The battery box contains 1x Type D battery (C).
NOTE: It can take up to a minute or so for the gas to purge the line and ow through the burners.
PROTECTING FROM MOULD
Mould is very difcult to clean once a porous surface is affected. There are several ways you can prevent the
occurrence of mould on your caravan:
• Never leave your caravan packed away with a wet interior.
• If you must leave a campsite with wet canvas or a damp interior, be sure to open and dry out your caravan
thoroughly at the very rst opportunity when you get home. Mould can develop in just a couple of days so
don’t take the risk.
• When packing up dry, it is important to check under the mattress that there is no build-up of condensation
overnight. Body heat on a mattress can create enough temperature difference between the interior and
exterior for moisture to form under it. If left unchecked this can cause mould when your caravan is stored.
You can also keep a moisture absorber product such as DampRid, Hippo, or other silica gel dessicants, in your
Parkes van while it is stored to help attract and absorb any potential moisture.
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C
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PRE-TRIP CHECKLIST
Working from a checklist will help avoid forgetting important tasks particularly in regard to safety.
Individual camper set ups may differ depending on tow vehicle and any modications made by the owner.
The table below is for guidance only:
PRE HOOK UP
Water tanks full & locking cap secure Stabiliser leg handle in trailer
Bearings checked and serviced at last service Hitch secured to receiver all pins and locks engaged
Hitch greased and checked Anderson plug connected
Wheel nuts tight and torqued to correct tension Safety chains and shackles connected to car
All external ttings secure All lights working
Gas bottles and jerry cans secured Trailer is sitting at correct level
Chains and shackles in serviceable condition Do a walk around and check
All latches and door locks secure Trailer lights plugged in
All cables and plugs are in serviceable condition All cables clear of possible damage
Tyres in serviceable condition and correct pressure Chains are crossed and at correct length
Bearing caps secure Trailer brakes engaging when brakes applied
Stabiliser legs working & secure in travel position Jockey wheel is raised and locked
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USEFUL ACCESSORIES
LEVELLING BLOCKS
These are excellent for levelling your trailer on set up. Stabiliser legs are not meant for correcting the trailer
angle, they are there to keep it stable when people are in it. Using levelling blocks will extend the service life of
the stabiliser legs and make set up much safer and faster. See below images.
WHEEL CHOCKS
Wheel chocks are an important safety device when leaving your trailer
parked on even the slightest incline. On level ground it is recommended
to chock both sides of the wheel. On a hill you should chock the wheels on
the downhill side ensuring the chocks are rmly pressed against the tyre.
COVERS
Hard oor campers and caravans will benet greatly from a storage cover. Perishable ttings such as rubber
seals and plastic will be protected from UV radiation. Paint and gelcoat nishes will oxidise less and this will
extend the service life of these nishes.
STONE PROTECTION
There are proprietary devices available that assist in protecting your trailer from stones thrown up by the tow
vehicle. Rock Tamer and Stone Stomper are two of the most commonly used.
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