Ezytrail STIRLING MK3 Series User guide

OWNER’S HANDBOOK
STIRLING MK3 RANGE
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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.
All the info you need to know when using your Ezytrail Stirling range Offroad Camper Trailer

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INDEX
Introduction 3 Hitch 30
Terminology & Abbreviations 3 Trailing Arm Pivot Bolts 30
Store locations 4 BRAKES AND HANDBRAKE 31
ABOUT YOUR OFFROAD CAMPER 5 Brake Controller 31
Specifications 5 Operation 31
Bearings and Seals 5 Trailer Plug Wiring 31
HOW TO HITCH YOUR COUPLING 6 Breakaway Switch 32
Coupling 6 Hand Brake 33
Uncoupling 6 Adjuster 33
CANVAS CARE 7 Correct use of your electric breaks 34
Seasoning the Canvas 7 Important Safety Notice 34
Protecting Seams and Screens 7 Brake Adjustment 34
Stitch Holes 7 Brake Cleaning and Inspection 34
Wicking 7 Brake Lubrication 34
Zips 8 Magnets 35
Cleaning 8 Shoes and Linings 35
Caring for your Poles, Pole Joiners and Zips 8 Corrosion Prevention 35
Condensation 8 WHEELS AND TYRES 36
Mould 9 Highway 36
SETTING UP YOUR CAMPER 10 Off Road 36
Loading your Camper 10 Jacking your Camper 36
Choosing a Spot to Set Up 10 ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS 37
Set Up Your Stirling GT MK3 11 Chargers 37
Pole Diagram Stirling GT 13 Battery Care 37
Inside the Tent Stirling GT MK3 14 Control Panel 38
Outside the Tent Stirling GT MK3 15 GAS & WATER SYSTEMS 39
Lounge Mode 18 Water Pumps 39
Bed Mode 18 Connecting the Gas 39
Set Up Your Stirling LX MK3 20 Hot Water System 40
Pole Diagram Stirling LX 22 TRIP CHECKLIST 41
Inside the Tent Stirling LX MK3 23 USEFUL ACCESSORIES 42
Outside the Tent Stirling LX MK3 24 Levelling Blocks 42
Site Power 20 Wheel Chocks 42
21 Covers 42
Kitchen 27 Stone Protection 42
Preparing for Bad Weather 28 TROUBLE SHOOTING 43
STORAGE AND CARE 29 Electrical 43
Long Term Storage 29 Water 44
Interior 29 Gas 44
Exterior 29 Hot Water 44
CARE OF PAINT & SURFACES 29 Brakes 45
Paintwork 29 HANDY TIPS 46
Surfaces 29 WARRANTY STATEMENT 48
TORQUE SETTINGS 30 MAINTENANCE 50
Wheel Nuts 30 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 51

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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 insufficient 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 be within the safe “Maximum Towing Capacity”, “Ball Weight Capacity”
and “Gross Combination Mass” as stated by the vehicle manufacturer.
This camper is fitted 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 fitted to your vehicle. The maintenance charge is supplied to the camper via the Anderson plug on
the drawbar.
WARNING: BALL LOADING (DOWNWARD LOAD ON TOW HITCH) MUST NOT EXCEED 300KG OR THE MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE
LOAD BY THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURER OR TOW BAR RATING, WHICHEVER IS THE LOWEST. Exceeding these limits may
result in an accident causing serious injury or death and/or property damage.
It is important to load your camper correctly to distribute weight evenly and achieve a suitable ball weight load and
prevent loading in a manner that can cause a camper to sway and/or roll excessively left and right. The optimum ball
weight on a camper is between 9 and 11% of the total camper weight.
TERMINOLOGY & ABBREVIATIONS
Ball Weight: The downward load exerted on the tow point of the vehicle by the trailer
Tare Weight: The total weight of the unoccupied, unladen trailer ready for use with all included fitments from the supplier.
Empty water tanks. (Includes ball weight)
ATM (Aggregate Trailer Mass): The total mass of the laden trailer when carrying the maximum load recommended by the
manufacturer. This includes any mass imposed upon the towing vehicle when the combination vehicle is resting on the
horizontal supporting plane. (Includes ball weight)
GTM (Gross Trailer Mass): The mass transmitted to the ground by the axle or axles of the trailer when coupled to a towing
vehicle and carrying its’ maximum load approximately uniformly distributed over the load bearing area. (Excludes ball
weight)
GCM (Gross Combination Mass): This is the total allowable combined mass of tow vehicle and trailer as determined by the
tow vehicle manufacturer

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VICTORIA
Kilsyth
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Lot 1, 97-107 Canterbury
Road
Kilsyth VIC 3137
P:03 9728 3147
Cambelleld
Branch Oce
1924 Sydney Road
Campbelleld VIC 3061
P: 03 9357 9603
Geelong
Branch Oce
2 Sharon Court
North Geelong VIC 3215
P: 03 5260 2900
NEW SOUTH WALES
Lansvale
Branch Oce
152-154 Hume Hwy
Lansvale NSW 2166
P: 02 9754 2176
Penrith
Branch Oce
22 Lemko Place
Penrith NSW 2750
P:02 4701 5782
Newcastle
Branch Oce
5 Archibald Place
Heatherbrae NSW 2324
P: 02 9754 2176
Cos Harbour
Branch Oce
1 Keona Circuit
Cos Harbour NSW 2450
P: 02 6651 2960
QUEENSLAND
Brisbane
Branch Oce
Unit 1, 48 Meadow Avenue
Coopers Plains QLD 4108
P:07 3277 8980
Sunshine Coast
Branch Oce
55-57 Lear Jet Drive
Caboolture QLD 4510
P:07 5348 0240
Townsville
Branch Oce
62 Punari Street
Currajong QLD 4812
P: 07 4725 3806
SOUTH AUSTRALIA
Adelaide
Branch Oce
283 North East Road
Hampstead Gardens SA 5086
P: 08 8261 5865
WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Canning Vale
Branch Oce
Unit 1, 196 Bannister Road
Canning Vale WA 6155
P:08 9455 1454
Wangara
Branch Oce
Unit 1, 33 Dellamarta Road
Wangara WA 6065
P:08 9309 4000
ACT
Canberra
Branch Oce
3 Whyalla Street
Fyshwick ACT 2609
P:1300 010 513
BRANCH LOCATIONS
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ABOUT YOUR OFFROAD
CAMPER
Inner bearing/cup Outer bearing/cup Seal Grease cap
25580/20 15123/245 60mm axle - 412920 62.20mm
BEARINGS AND SEALS
Model Stirling GT MK 3 Stirling LX MK3
Type OFFROAD CAMPER OFFROAD CAMPER
Tare 1700kg 1800kg
ATM 2250g (Upgradable) 2250g (Upgradable)
Ball Weight 180kg 190kg
Overall Dimensions 5720 x 2020 x 1905mm (L x W x H) 5720 x 2020 x 1905mm (L x W x H)
Body Construction Galvanised steel tube frame, 1.2mm zinc sheet body panels,
12mm laminated plywood interior panels
Galvanised steel tube frame, 1.2mm zinc sheet body panels, 12mm
laminated plywood interior panels
Colour Customisable Colours Customisable Colours
Chassis/Drawbar Ezytrail F5 Fully welded RHS tube with rated rear recovery
points Ezytrail F5 Fully welded RHS tube with rated rear recovery points
Suspension Adjustable Independent Trailing Arm Coil Suspension Adjustable Independent Trailing Arm Coil Suspension
Hitch 3500Kg ALKO offroad ball hitch 3500Kg ALKO offroad ball hitch
Kitchen
Stainless Steel slide out kitchen with permanently plumbed
cold mixer tap, brushed stainless steel sink with RH drainer,
folding dish rack, 4 Burner High Output Stove, stainless steel
splashback wind deflector, pull out prep bench, cutlery tray,
under sink drawer and LED stalk light
Stainless Steel slide out kitchen with permanently plumbed hot/
cold mixer tap, brushed stainless steel sink with RH drainer,
folding dish rack, 4 Burner High Output Stove, stainless steel
splashback wind deflector, pull out prep bench, cutlery tray, under
sink drawer and LED stalk light
Gas Plumbing Single stage regulator with POL braided pigtail, 3/8” copper
main line, flexible braided stainless kitchen supply
Single stage regulator with POL braided pigtail, 3/8” copper main
line, flexible braided stainless kitchen supply
Water System
Fully Plumbed water system- snake track with permanent
water plumbing connected to kitchen via braided flexible
hoses.
Fully Plumbed hot/cold water system- snake track with permanent
water plumbing connected to kitchen via braided flexible hoses.
Water Tank 1 x 45L front + 1 x 120L rear food grade poly water tanks 1 x 45L front + 1 x 120L rear food grade poly water tanks
Fridge Slide Front Fridge Slide Compartment: 980L x 595W x 515H Front Fridge Slide Compartment: 980L x 595W x 515H
Stabilizer Legs 4 x Drop Down Heavy Duty Stabilizer Legs Fully Adjustable 4 x Drop Down Heavy Duty Stabilizer Legs Fully Adjustable
Jockey Wheel ARK Heavy Duty jockey wheel ARK Heavy Duty jockey wheel
Jerry Can Holder 2 x 20L Jerry Can Holders 2 x 20L Jerry Can Holders
Gas Bottle Holder 2 x 9kg/4.5kg 2 x 9kg/4.5kg
Stone Guard Fully integrated stoneguard toolbox Fully integrated stoneguard toolbox
Wheels 16” Alloy Wheels with 265/75R16 Mud terrain Tyres 16” Alloy Wheels with 265/75R16 Mud terrain Tyres
Brake System 12” Electric brakes with Hand Brake 12” Electric brakes with Hand Brake
Entertainment System Integrated 4 Speaker Entertainment System with CD/DVD/
USB playback + Bluetooth Function & 19 inch HDTV
Integrated 4 Speaker Entertainment System with CD/DVD/USB
playback + Bluetooth Function & 19 inch HDTV
Battery 2x 100Ah Deep Cycle Batteries 2x 100Ah Deep Cycle Batteries
Electric System 12V and 240V Power throughout 12V and 240V Power throughout
12v Power Outlet Yes Yes
USB Outlet Yes Yes
Portable Toilet 10L Portable Toilet 10L Portable Toilet
TENT DETAILS
Material 450gsm Canvas 450gsm Canvas
Tropical Roof Included Included
Kids Room Optional Optional
Fully Enclosed Annexe Included Included
Pole System Corosion resistant Alloy Pole-Set with Quick Release Clamps Corosion resistant Alloy Pole-Set with Quick Release Clamps
Ensuite Included Included
Mattress Triple Density Foam Mattress Triple Density Foam Mattress

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HOW TO HITCH YOUR COUPLING
COUPLING
To Attach Coupling To Towball:
619350 (Fixed) & 619200 (Override)
1. Rotate latch handle upward.
2. At the same time pull latch assembly up to lift tongue.
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Here is a short guide on how to safely attach and unattach your coupling from your towball
1. Rotate latch handle upwards
To Attach Coupling To Towball:
619350 (Fixed) & 619200 (Override)
1. Rotate latch handle upward.
2. At the same time pull latch assembly up to lift tongue.
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2. At the same time pull latch assembly up to lift tongue.
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3. With latch assembly pulled back, lower the coupling onto tow ball
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Ensure that a 50mm towball is tted to tow vehicle.
n No other size towball is safe to use with the coupling.
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4. Release latch assembly.
5. Check that the latch has released and is engaged in the coupling
head indicated as “A” below.
6. Ensure that the ball is fully latched by attempting to lift the coupling
vertically off the ball.
7. Connect all cable connectors and safety chains.
“A”
3. With latch assembly pulled back, lower the cou-
pling onto towball
- Ensure that a 50mm towball is fitted to
tow vehicle.
- No other size towball is safe to use with
the coupling
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3. With latch assembly pulled back, lower the coupling onto tow ball
n
Ensure that a 50mm towball is tted to tow vehicle.
n No other size towball is safe to use with the coupling.
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4. Release latch assembly.
5. Check that the latch has released and is engaged in the coupling
head indicated as “A” below.
6. Ensure that the ball is fully latched by attempting to lift the coupling
vertically off the ball.
7. Connect all cable connectors and safety chains.
“A”
4. Release latch assembly.
5. Check that the latch has released and is engaged in the
coupling head indicated as “A” below.
6. Ensure that the ball is fully latched by attempting to lift the
coupling vertically off the ball.
7. Connect all the cable connectors and safety chains
UNCOUPLING
1. Disconnect all cable connectors and safety chains.
2. Use the jockey wheel to take the weight off the ball until head of the coupling is able to rotate.
3. Rotate latch handle upwards. As per step 1 in the attaching section
4. At the same time pull latch assembly upward to release towball. As per step 2 in the attaching section
5. Raise the coupling from the towball.
6. Release latch assembly.

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To Attach Coupling To Towball:
619350 (Fixed) & 619200 (Override)
1. Rotate latch handle upward.
2. At the same time pull latch assembly up to lift tongue.
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2. At the same time pull latch assembly up to lift tongue.
4. Release latch assembly.
5. Check that the latch has released and is engaged in the
coupling head indicated as “A” below.
CANVAS CARE
SEASONING THE CANVAS
All campers must be set up prior to use and seasoned before your first outing. This gives you an opportunity to familiarise
yourself with your tent set-up and make sure you have all necessary components.
At this time the camper should be hosed with water to allow seam take up, in a process called seasoning your canvas.
You may find that in first wettings some leakage occurs through the seams and canvas. This is not a fault of the manufac-
turer, but a natural characteristic of the blend of canvas and synthetic fabrics. For this reason your canvas product must be
erected and thoroughly saturated and then allowed to dry prior to its first use. This process (seasoning) should be followed
a number of times – 3 times is the recommendation, allowing the fabric to shrink and help close up fibres and seams which
may cause leakage. Follow these 4 simple steps to begin seasoning the canvas
1. Set up your camper and annex with all doors and windows zipped up and closed
2. Using your garden hose apply a light spray of water over all the external canvas areas. Wet out the canvas without allow-
ing water to pool in any section then allow to dry thoroughly.
3. Repeat the process of wetting and allowing to dry another 2 times.
4. On the third wetting check for any leaks in the canvas particularly along the seams. If a seam is weeping water through,
allow the canvas to thoroughly dry then apply a wax stick along the area of the seam. This is done by lightly rubbing the wax
stick over the area. Once applied wet the canvas and check again. NOTE: It is not unusual for seams that aren’t able to be
seam sealed with tape to weep after seasoning. This is not a reflection of canvas or workmanship but simply a characteristic
of canvas tents. If the leak persists, contact your Ezytrail customer representative.
*Note - Seasoning process should be repeated periodically once tent material stretches during normal use.
PROTECTING SEAMS AND SCREENS
Seams: When erecting any canvas tent, it is vitally important that you don’t stress the canvas by overtightening when
adjusting the poles. The most common cause of damage to canvas is over tensioning. Adjusting the tent should give the
canvas good shape but the material should be relaxed. If you can see the stitching exposed in a seam, then the canvas is
under strain and the pole should be backed off.
Screens: Fly mesh screens are vulnerable to damage by poles rubbing against it. When packing up your camper it is impor-
tant to close windows with both inner and outer canvas zipped up thus protecting the mesh. Never leave door screens rolled
up when packing your camper as this can cause harsh creases and damage the screen. Mesh damage by owner misuse is not
a warrantable issue.
Ezytrail ensure your tent is made using the finest water repellent fabric. However, canvas products are not permanent
structures and in extreme conditions some water may penetrate. Seepage may occur in the seams through the needle holes
created in the sewing process. This is normal and can be corrected with the application of seam sealing compound. It is sug-
gested you purchase a wax stick to keep with your camping equipment in case of spot leakage.
STITCH HOLES
WICKING
Your canvas product will not leak if you touch the canvas. However, if you rub your finger back and forth continuously on the
canvas you may eventually draw water through (wicking). For this reason it is advisable not to have anything in direct con-
tact with your canvas. Similarly, if water is left to pool on your canvas, water may seep through the fabric causing leakage.
To avoid such occurances, set your tent appropriately for the weather conditions.

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CANVAS CARE
ZIPS
All zippers on your canvas product will give you years of service. However, care must be taken when using your zips. Never
force a zipper - reduce tension so all zippers run smoothly without straining.
• Have zips closed when pegging out the tent.
• Have zips open slightly (to allow air into the tent) during erection.
• Before final tensioning of a tent close all zips.
• Always use two hands to operate zippers.
• Damaging your product from over tensioning may void your warranty.
Reducing the Risk of Jamming Fabric in the Zip:
• When using the zip, hold the pull-tab between your thumb and forefinger with your thumb facing you.
• As you are closing the zip, clear the way in front and under the zip slider using the back of your hand and cup the zip
slider underneath with your remaining 3 fingers while using your other hand to support the tent material.
• Use this action for opening or closing. Keep the fabric clear of the zip slider - zip and unzip slowly.
What to do if the Zipper Gets Caught:
• Wriggle the fabric bit by bit out of the slider. Do not try and pull all the fabric in one go.
• Do not force the slider or the fabric.
If the Slider Does Not Close the Zipper Properly:
• With use the jaws of a zip slider can open slightly over time. This can be exaggerated quickly if fabric is caught in the
• zipper. When this occurs, the slider does not compress and interlock the zipper coil teeth tightly enough and the zip may
burst open or fail to close.
• To fix this, simply undo the zip and with the slider at the end of the zip lightly crimp the jaws of the zip slider together
with a pair of pliers.
CLEANING
Do not use a washing machine or any detergents as this may destroy your proofing. Remove dust, etc. with a soft brush and
warm water. If it is necessary to use a mild detergent or canvas mildew remover, reproof the area with suitable
waterproofing compound.
Make sure the poles and zips are always clean and dry before storage. When the poles and zips have been used in damp,
dusty, sandy or salty conditions they must be cleaned/dried using a clean dry cloth. Please make sure you handle the poles
carefully, especially when unpacking and packing away into the carry bag.
CARING FOR YOUR POLES, POLE JOINERS AND ZIPS
CONDENSATION
When warm moist air meets cooler air, condensation will occur on solid surfaces including the inside of the canvas. The
camper trailer tent walls and roof form a barrier between the inside and outside conditions. The moisture inside the tent
condenses on the canvas fabric and water droplets are formed. Sometimes these water droplets build up to appear that the
fabric is leaking when in fact the cause is condensation. Condensation can be reduced if the camper trailer tent is well venti-
lated to reduce the build-up of warm moist air on the ceiling.
Condensation may also occur within the trailer and storage boxes when packed away. It is recommended to use moisture
absorbent products when your camper is not used.

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CANVAS CARE
Mould is very difficult to clean once a tent has been affected. There are several ways you can prevent the occurrence of
mould on your canvas.
1. Never leave your camper packed away wet.
If you must leave a campsite with wet canvas be sure to open and dry out your tent thoroughly at the very first opportunity
when you get home. Mould can develop in just a couple of days so don’t take the risk.
2. Check for condensation
When packing up even a dry tent it is important to check under the mattress that there is no build-up of condensation over-
night. Body heat on a mattress can create enough temperature difference with the exterior for moisture to form under it. If
left unchecked this can cause mould when your camper is stored.
3. Remove any animal droppings
Bird/bat/insect droppings can damage your canvas due to the Ph level. Always clean off any animal dropping as soon as
possible.
4. Buy moisture absorbers
When storing your camper between camping trips it is recommended that you use moisture absorbent packs in your camper.
In soft floor campers these are best placed directly on top of the mattress and in canvas storage areas. In hard floor camp-
ers they should be placed on the floor in the dining area and in the canvas storage areas. Using these packs is critical in high
humidity weather and where your camper is not stored in an enclosed garage.
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1. The first thing to do when you come to camp is to pick a nice piece of flat ground and unhitch your trailer.
When choosing a spot to set up your camper, start with a flat area with no overhanging trees. Birds and bats occupying
trees can defecate leaving droppings on your camper that can damage paint and canvas. Trees sap and branches can also
stain and damage the canvas. Ensure you are not camping in an area prone to flooding or with bad drainage. If camping off
grid ensure you have 5 metres of clear space around your camp site.
SETTING UP YOUR CAMPER
LOADING YOUR CAMPER
CHOOSING A SPOT TO SET UP
It is important to load your camper correctly and distribute weight evenly to achieve a suitable ball load balance. Optimising
ball weight between 9 and 11% will reduce sway. It is recommended to keep a ball weight scale with your camping accesso-
ries as load balance will change with useage.
WARNING: BALL LOADING (DOWNWARD LOAD ON TOW HITCH) MUST NOT EXCEED 300KG OR THE MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE
LOAD BY THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURER OR TOW BAR RATING, WHICH EVER IS THE LOWEST.
Set the handbrake Lower the jockey wheel to take the
weight of the trailer
Disconnect your trailer plug & any
other elec. connections to the trailer