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Maverick Campers Operations Manual 2021
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INT RODU CT IO N
Congratulations and thank you for purchasing a Maverick Camper Trailer or Hybrid Caravan.
You are now part of the Maverick Family. We are a passionate group of enthusiasts who love the great outdoors and
offer our customers an incredibly special product to make your journey through our beautiful country stylish and
comfortable with the confidence of being engineered to handle any obstacle or challenge.
Through many years of research, development and listening to our customers’ requirements, your camper or hybrid has
been carefully designed, engineered, and manufactured by our team to provide a reliable and feature packed vehicle so
you can enjoy creating memories for many years to come.
Once you have picked up your camper it is recommended that, at your earliest convenience, familiarise yourself once
again with all aspects covered during your handover, and promptly report any queries to your branch, or place of
purchase.
This Operations Manual aims to cover all aspects of your camper or hybrid as well as processes, procedures for
maintenance and pre-travel checks as well as trouble shooting.

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ABO UT TH IS M ANUA L
This manual is a guide to the operation and maintenance of your Camper or Caravan.
Caravans sold by Maverick Campers are available in several sizes and models, so accessories and components may differ.
Some equipment described in this manual may not apply to your camper or caravan. If you find the components vary
significantly from what is described, contact your branch to ensure you have the correct information. Nothing in this
manual creates any warranty, either expressed or implied, nor does it cover every possible detail of equipment,
standard or option, installed on or in your camper or caravan.
Information, illustrations, and specifications in this manual reflect the most current models available at the time of
publication and may not reflect actual size or identical products and features in your particular model.

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TA BLE OF CO NTEN TS
operations manual .......................................................................................................................................................... 1
INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................................................................................... 2
about this manual ................................................................................................................................................................... 3
table of contents ..................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Owner's Responsibilities ......................................................................................................................................................... 7
Warranty ................................................................................................................................................................................. 8
ions .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Camper Trailer Warranties .............................................................................................................................................. 8
hybrid caravan Warranties .............................................................................................................................................. 8
THE HANDOVER PACK ............................................................................................................................................................. 9
SAFETY ALERTS ...................................................................................................................................................................... 10
SAFETY features .................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Break Safe ..................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Hand Brake .................................................................................................................................................................... 12
Fire extinguisher............................................................................................................................................................ 13
Safety Chains ................................................................................................................................................................. 14
electric brakes and independent suspesion ................................................................................................................. 15
standard features .................................................................................................................................................................. 16
Mchitch offroad hitch ................................................................................................................................................... 16
Control panel ................................................................................................................................................................. 17
.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 17
External 12v fridge Storage & slide ............................................................................................................................... 18
external kitchen ............................................................................................................................................................ 20
Ark 750 off road jockey ................................................................................................................................................. 23
50amp anderson plug on a-frame ................................................................................................................................ 24
projecta charger ............................................................................................................................................................ 25
HOW TO CHARGE YOUR BATTERIES VIA THE CHARGER ............................................................................................... 25
projecta 1000w modified sine wave inverter ............................................................................................................... 26
160w solar blanket ........................................................................................................................................................ 28
Maverick campers external hot water system .............................................................................................................. 29
bluetooth stereo/dvd/mp3 player ................................................................................................................................ 30
19inch hd tv unit ........................................................................................................................................................... 31
onboard hot water systems .......................................................................................................................................... 32

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Truma Hot Water System for Hybrids ........................................................................................................................... 32
DUETTO HOT WATER SYSTEM FOR MATRIX LIMITED ................................................................................................... 33
onboard dometic air conditioning and heating ............................................................................................................ 34
.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 34
dometic onboard flushing toilet ................................................................................................................................... 35
Portable toilet ....................................................................................................................................................................... 38
TOWING GUIDE ..................................................................................................................................................................... 41
TOWING ........................................................................................................................................................................ 41
Loading Caravans .......................................................................................................................................................... 41
RATINGS & MASSES....................................................................................................................................................... 41
RATINGS & MASSes calculator ...................................................................................................................................... 42
.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 42
storage GUIDE ....................................................................................................................................................................... 43
Before travelling .................................................................................................................................................................... 45
trailer and van preparation ........................................................................................................................................... 45
Loading your trailer or van for your next trip ............................................................................................................... 47
day of departure ................................................................................................................................................................... 48
final checks and packing ............................................................................................................................................... 48
ATTACHING the mchitch TO THE TOW VEHICLE ........................................................................................................... 48
TRAVELING WITH YOU VAN OR TRAILER .............................................................................................................................. 52
setting up at your destination ............................................................................................................................................... 53
locating a suitable location for your camp site ............................................................................................................. 53
Positioning the trailer/van in the camp site ................................................................................................................. 54
securing the van or trailer prior to unhitching .............................................................................................................. 55
unhitching the van or trailer ......................................................................................................................................... 55
setting up your trailer ................................................................................................................................................... 57
packing down your camper trailer ................................................................................................................................ 68
setting up your hybrid ................................................................................................................................................... 69
care and maintenance .......................................................................................................................................................... 83
Canvas Care ................................................................................................................................................................... 83
MAINTAINING YOUR CAMPER .............................................................................................................................................. 84
TORQUE SETTINGS ........................................................................................................................................................ 84
ELECTRIC BRAKES .......................................................................................................................................................... 84
BATTERY CARE ............................................................................................................................................................... 85
Chargers & Inverters ..................................................................................................................................................... 86
Gas & Water Systems .................................................................................................................................................... 86
WHEEL BEARINGS.......................................................................................................................................................... 87
SHOCK ABSORBERS ....................................................................................................................................................... 87
SUSPENSIONS ................................................................................................................................................................ 88

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BRAKES .......................................................................................................................................................................... 88
TYRES ............................................................................................................................................................................. 88
HITCH ............................................................................................................................................................................ 89
GAS STRUTS ................................................................................................................................................................... 89
COMPRESSION LATCHES ............................................................................................................................................... 89
WATER TANKS ............................................................................................................................................................... 89
GAS BOTTLES ................................................................................................................................................................. 89
youtube videos by model ...................................................................................................................................................... 91
how to guides ................................................................................................................................................................ 91
how to prevent dust in your camper trailer.................................................................................................................. 91
how to use the ark xo 750 offroad jockey .................................................................................................................... 91
how to setup gas on your trailer or van ........................................................................................................................ 91
how to use your electrical system on your hybrid ........................................................................................................ 91
how to use your stabiliser legs ...................................................................................................................................... 92
how to use your truma hot water system .................................................................................................................... 92
camper trailer youtube videos ...................................................................................................................................... 92
hornet v2 ....................................................................................................................................................................... 92
ranger limited ................................................................................................................................................................ 92
ranger air ....................................................................................................................................................................... 92
ranger slide.................................................................................................................................................................... 93
matrix ............................................................................................................................................................................ 93
Matrix ltd ....................................................................................................................................................................... 93
hybrid van youtube videos ............................................................................................................................................ 93
viper 11 ......................................................................................................................................................................... 93
viper 13 ......................................................................................................................................................................... 93
viper 16x ........................................................................................................................................................................ 93
viper 16 ......................................................................................................................................................................... 94
QUICK PRE-TRIP CHECKLIST .................................................................................................................................................. 95
PRE-HOOK UP ................................................................................................................................................................ 95
PRE-HOOK UP ................................................................................................................................................................ 95
manufactures operating manuals ......................................................................................................................................... 96
dometic stove manual................................................................................................................................................... 96
tRUMA 14L HOT WATER SYSTEM USER MANUAL ........................................................................................................ 96
duoetto hot water system ............................................................................................................................................ 96
dometic internal toilet manual ..................................................................................................................................... 96

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OWN ER'S RE SPO NSI BI LITI ES
To get the most out of your Maverick Campers camper trailer or hybrid caravan it is incredibly important to regularly
maintain and care for your van or trailer.
As the owner of a new recreational vehicle, you are responsible for regular care and proper maintenance as described in
the Care and Maintenance section of this manual. Proper maintenance will help avoid situations where the Limited
Warranty does not cover items due to neglect. Maintenance services should also be performed in accordance with the
corresponding manufacturer’s warranties on components included within your camper/caravan.
Reviewing and adhering to the information contained in this manual and all supplied component information is the
responsibility of the owner.

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WARR AN TY
IO NS
As an owner of a Maverick Camper or Hybrid you can breathe easy knowing you have purchased a high-quality product
backed by one of the best warranties in the industry. Your trailer or van comes with several types of warranties to
provide you with peace of mind.
Warranties commence from the original date of purchase for the original purchaser and are not transferrable.
C A M P E R T R A I L E R W A R R A N T I E S
Ranger Limited, Ranger Limited Slide, Ranger Limited Lite, Hornet V2 & Matrix Limited
- lifetime chassis and draw bar warranty.
- Tents and workmanship are covered for a period of 12 months.
- All products installed as part of these models are covered by manufacturers warranties.
Ranger Air, Ranger Slide, Matrix and Hornet V1
- 5-year structural warranty on chassis and draw bar
- Tents and workmanship are covered for a period of 12 months.
- All products installed as part of these models are covered by manufacturers warranties.
H Y B R I D C A R A V A N W A R R A N T I E S
Viper 11, 13, 16X, 16 & 18
- lifetime chassis and draw bar warranty.
- Canvas and workmanship are covered for a period of 12 months.
- All products installed as part of these models are covered by manufacturers
warranties.
Raptor 11, 13 & 16
- 5-year structural warranty on chassis and draw bar
- Canvas and workmanship are covered for a period of 12 months.
- All products installed as part of these models are covered by manufacturers warranties.
For more information on warranties and the process for claiming warranties, please see our Warranties page at

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www.maverickcampers.com.au/warranty or click Here or call us on 1300 628 494
THE HAN DOV ER PACK
At your Handover Appointment you will receive either a hardcopy of this manual or a USB Key which contains this and
other useful documents to assist you with getting the best out of your Maverick Camper product.
The Handover Pack given to you when picking up your camper or caravan contains original equipment Manufacturer
(OEM) Operator manuals, the signed Hand Over Checklist, information about warranty and registrations. It is important
you read through all documentation within the prescribed time limits to avoid loss of warranty coverage.
This Manual or USB Key should always reside in the camper or caravan. If the caravan is sold, they should remain with
the camper or caravan for the next owner.

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SAF ETY A LER TS
Observe and note all operating instructions and all safety labels within your camper or caravan. You must follow these
instructions for your own safety, and the safety of others.
Please call your Maverick Campers branch or if you are unsure how to proceed.
Always use the appropriate safety gear when servicing or maintaining your camper/caravan.

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SAF ETY F EAT U RE S
All Maverick Campers Trailers and Vans include safety features to protect lives and your trailer or van from serious
damage.
B R E A K S A F E
A device that links your trailer or van to your car via a lanyard. In the case of catastrophic failure of the hitch and chains
connecting your car to you trailer or van where you have separation of the two during travel, the pin within the Break
Safe is released causing the electric brakes on your van or trailer to engage. The batteries on your van or trailer will
provide full power to the trailer or vans brakes which will stop the van or trailer at a rapid rate to prevent it from
travelling in to oncoming traffic or pedestrians and will hopefully prevent damage by slowing the impact or preventing
the impact into obstacles.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Improper use of the Break Safe can lead to serious damage to batteries, wiring and brakes. Never pull the pin out of the
Brake Safe for any reason. Do not use it to slow or stop the trailer or van when moving the camper or van by hand. It is
only to be used in an emergency. Failure to leave the pin in the break safe and commence towing the van or trailer can

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lead to damage to your camper or van including drained batteries, worn brake pads and even risk fire and complete
write-off. Always leave the pin in the break safe.
CORRECT USE OF THIS FEATURE:
- Loop the lanyard to an eyelet at the rear of the car near the tow ball so that it is securely attached.
- Ensure that the lanyard is free from other cables and not caught on other items near the front of the trailer or
van such as the hand brake or hitch and that there is freedom for the cable to move as your car turns
- Ensure that the lanyard does not drag on the ground or has the ability to drag on the ground during driving
- Before driving check that the pin is firmly in the Break Safe – The pin will only go into the Brake Safe in certain
ways so ensure that it is all the way in
- Once driving, if you feel there is resistance in the trailer or van, ensure you pull over and check the steps above
to ensure the Brake Safe is not engaged.
H A N D B R A K E
A device that manually applies the brakes on your van or trailer to stop it rolling. The hand brake works in the same way
as your car hand brake. The higher you lift the hand brake, the greater the pressure applied to the brakes and the
stronger the brakes will hold the trailer or van in position.
To release the hand brake, press the button at the end of the hand brake and slightly lift up to release the lock and then
slow lower to disengage the brakes.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
If you do not lower the hand brake slowly you may run the risk that the trailer or van begins to move which if not
prevented could lead to the van or trailer running away from you. This particularly the case on uneven surface with a
heavy trailer or van.
You should avoid releasing the hand brake until you are hitched to your car or you have wheel chocks in place to avoid
the van or trailer rolling away uncontrollably.

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CORRECT USE OF THIS FEATURE:
- Whilst stationary and in position for storage or setup place chocks either in front or behind the wheels to
prevent movement
- Pull the handbrake upwards til you reach suitable resistance
- Unhitch your car from the trailer or van
- Apply extra pressure upwards to handbrake if you notice movement of the trailer
- To release handbrake, press button at end of handbrake with a slightly upwards pressure on the handbrake to
release
- Ensure you slowly lower the handbrake and look for signs of movement of the trailer or van.
- If you notice movement, engage the handbrake again and chock wheels or jockey to prevent movement
F I R E E X T I N G U I S H E R
A Fire Extinguisher is a device for putting out fires. All trailers and vans are installed with a fire extinguisher usually
located either near the front door or under a lounge or in a cabinet. Ensure you locate and identify the location of the
fire extinguisher before planning your first trip and also ensure you know how to use one. Our extinguishers are
installed with a safety latch/housing to ensure they don’t move during off road travelling and are simply unclip and
removed for use. We use the following fire extinguisher usually or an equivalent:
MEGAFire 1.0kg ABE Portable Fire Extinguisher - Nozzle

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This fire extinguisher is a chemical powder perfect for putting out fires caused by
electrical fault or liquid fuels.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Check your fire extinguisher regularly to ensure it is secure and has not expired.
Also, make sure you know how to use this device prior to travelling.
CORRECT USE OF THIS DEVICE:
- Unclip the extinguisher from bracket
- Pull the safety pin and discard
- Shake the extinguisher to mix the contents
- Aim the extinguisher at the base of the fire and apply pressure
- Continue to move the extinguisher from side to side of the base of the fire until
fully extinguished
- You should immediately call 000 in the case of an emergency and assist anyone affected by the fire once safe
S A F E T Y C H A I N S
Always use safety chains when towing. They maintain the connection between the trailer/caravan and tow vehicle in the
event of separation of the hitch and coupling. Safety chains are included with every trailer/caravan by law. Hook them to
the frame of the tow vehicle (not the hitch), crossing them under the trailers tongue. Inspect the length of the chains
once attached to the tow vehicle frame. They should be long enough to allow for turns, but short enough to avoid any
drag.

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CORRECT USE OF THIS FEATURE:
- Using the D-shackles provided attach the chain to the eyelet of the tow bar on the opposite side to the side of
the trailer of van
- Repeat this with the opposite side to create a criss-cross pattern
- Ensure there is enough lag in the chain to allow movement between the vehicle and the trailer whilst avoiding
the chain dragging on the ground
- If the chain is too long, relocate the D-shackle a couple of links of chain from the end of the chain to provide
more tension
- Tighten the D-shackles by hand until you get good resistance
- When undoing the D-Shackles, you may find it is difficult to loosen by hand. The D-shackle bolt has a small hole
at one end which can assist with untightening by using a piece of metal or clip from the camper or van to thread
through the hole to give you more leverage. Otherwise a clamp or pair of pliers will also do the job.
E L E C T R I C B R A K E S A N D I N D E P E N D E N T S U S P E S I O N
These two features combined represent the strength and safety that Maverick Campers are famous for. The
combination of heavy-duty struts and springs on an independent wishbone suspension platform provides stability and
durability in challenging terrain situations but most importantly provides safety to you and your family by ensuring the
trailer performs in a safe and controlled manner. The electric brakes installed on your trailer or van mean you can stop
quickly in an emergency knowing that you are not putting unnecessary strain on your vehicle and its braking systems.
This ensures you are in complete control of you towing setup in any situation from highway driving to off-road heavy
duty 4wding.

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ST AND AR D F EAT URE S
All Maverick Camper models whether van or trailer have these important features to make your travelling experience
second to none. Below is a list of standard features you can expect to see in your model.
M C H I T C H O F F R O A D H I T C H
Australian made with a Toyota uni-joint, simply put, this is the best on the market. Your trailer or van is proudly
accompanied with this best of the best hitching product. The MC Hitch Offroad hitch is rugged and tough with 3.5T
towning capacity and ability to get your van or trailer out of the toughest of entry and exit points of any track in
Australia. If you don’t believe us, check out this Youtube video to show you what it can do:
(5) How Tough is the Maverick Ranger Limited As Seen on 4WD24/7 (Cape York Trip) - YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yaaB0orne58
Go to page X to see the process for hitching and unhitching you McHitch.

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C O N T R O L P A N E L
Every Maverick Campers model has a control panel to allow you to control the features of your model but also ensure
you conserve battery power.
Control Panels will vary from model to model depending on what equipment and features are included. Here are a
couple of examples of our Control Panels:

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E X T E R N A L 1 2 V F R I D G E S T O R A G E & S L I D E
All Maverick Camper trailers and vans come with an extra large external fridge storage & slide compartment. This allows
you to fit up to a 96L 12v Fridge which can be easily accessed via the heavy duty fridge slide.
By pressing the blue latch at the front of the slide in the downwards position, this will release the fridge slide lock and
allow the fridge to slide in and out of its storage compartment. The fridge storage section includes both a Ciga and
Anderson plug providing you with 2 options to power your fridge. To power your fridge, you must turn the fridge power
switch to the on position on your control panel.
The fridge compartment also includes heavy duty seals to prevent dust entering the storage area and damaging the
fridge. This will give you a certain degree of water resistance in water crossing scenarios however pro-longed water
crossings where you are stationary or moving too slowly may mean water is able to penetrate this section of the van or
trailer.
The fridge compartment has an electric venting system to extract heat away from the fridge. Heat build up will affect
the fridge’s performance as well as shorten the life of your fridge. The venting system prevents these issues by
constantly extracting warm air out of the compartment.

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IMPORTNANT NOTE:
Due to the nature of off road touring, it is essential that you strap your fridge to the fridge slide to prevent movement or
damage. The photo above shows the fridge correctly strapped to the slide. This method is ideal as you can still access
the fridge doors and remove the contents.
Also be mindful of water crossings as they can lead to damage to the fridge if the water is high enough and the vehicle is
stationary for long enough for water to seep into the compartment. Always ensure your seals are in good condition and
you have adjusted the locking clamp bolts to ensure a good seal.

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E X T E R N A L K I T C H E N
A favourite feature among our customers is our easy-to-use external kitchen system. There is nothing quite like cooking
in the outdoors with a beautiful scenery as your backdrop. The external kitchen system will vary from model to model
however all have some similarities in their features and functions.
All External Kitchens run on a slide mechanism to easily setup and pack down in a matter of seconds. When using the
kitchen ensure you have good ventilation for the heat and gases to escape safely. Our Kitchen Slides come with the
following features:
- Quick connections for gas, water and power
- 2, 3 or 4 burner stoves (2 and 3 burner stoves are Dometic stoves) depending on your model
- Sink with faucet mixer
- Cutlery and utensil storage
- Water drainage plumbing
- Wind guard
- Benchtop space for chopping and meal preparation
- LED flexible lighting
- Storage for gas and water hosing and electrical power lines
- Drainage racking for drying dishes and storing kitchen items