SunnCamp HOLIDAY 550 S User manual

HOLIDAY 350SE & 400SE TRAILER TENT
We highly recommend that your trailer tent is insured against
theft and storm or accidental damage. Storm or accidental
damage is not covered under the warranty.
Before going away with your trailer tent, ensure that you are
familiar with the pitching of the trailer tent and that all parts
are present. You should familiarise yourself with the trailer
tent including any limitations it may have for your particular
use. A trailer tent is a portable structure, which, under most
circumstances, will provide comfortable shelter against the
elements. There are however extremes of weather for which
allowance should be made. DON’T BLAME THE TRAILER TENT.
Position:Sheltered Lowland/Valley
Weather:Fair/Moderate
Before a cotton trailer tent is used for the first time, it is
important that the tent is weathered. Pitch the trailer tent
when rain is expected, or alternatively when you have access
to a garden hose with a spray setting, and allow to get
thoroughly wet and then fully dry out. When the cotton of the
tent becomes wet for the first time the weave of the cotton will
close when allowed to dry under tension. There is no
predetermined time for weathering so do not be surprised if
there is a small amount of leakage through the canvas and
seams the first few times it rains.
The outer and inner trailer tent is made of cotton. Cotton is a
natural fibre and may contain some imperfections. These
should not be mistaken for faults and will not affect the
performance of your trailer tent.
Before pitching your trailer tent it is essential that you read
the following:
Try to choose a site that is relatively flat. Avoid sites where
the land may flood or that water will run down. DO NOT camp
directly under trees but a hedge or wall may provide shelter
against wind. AVOID areas with heavy pollution and where crop
spraying may be in progress.
1. On the chosen site it will be necessary to make the trailer
as level as possible and to take the weight of the trailer off
the wheels to provide a stable cabin.
2. Using the jockey wheel adjust the height of the trailer so
that the front end is about 5 cm lower than level. Drop the
rear legs of the trailer onto the supplied jack pads and
tighten locking screws.
3. Using the jockey wheel, raise the front of the trailer until
the unit is level. Drop front legs of the trailer onto jack
pads and tighten. Lower jockey wheel slightly to allow the
trailers weight to be borne by the legs.
4. Unclip and remove the cover.
5. Disconnect 7 pin plug under the trailer. Release kitchen
legs until they are close to but not touching the ground.
Release side catches and lift off kitchen unit (this will
require at least two persons). Loosen the locking screws for
the kitchen support bars and push support bars back into
trailer body. Adjust the kitchen legs to a suitable height
and ensure that the locking screws are secure. If not
required the kitchen can be stored under a trailer bed
board.
CHOOSING A SITE
PITCHING THE CABIN
COTTON
WEATHERING
SUITABILITY
INSURANCE
IMPORTANT- CHECK YOUR EQUIPMENT
Thank you for purchasing the Holiday Trailer Tent from SunnCamp.
Before erecting this tent, carefully read and understand these instructions. If there is anything you do not
understand, contact your retailer for advice.
By following the instructions on erecting, dismantling, packing and storing the tent you will enjoy many
years of trouble free camping.
HOLIDAY 550 S & 550 SE TRAILER TENT

1. Peg the trailer tent in the following sequence ensuring
that the awning groundsheet and canvas are both securely
pegged:
a) Close all doors and other zips
b) First, peg one rear corner. Peg in line with the seam
inserting the peg at an angle of 45°.
c) Go to other rear corner and stretch the rear of the trailer
tent. The canvas will become taut without any creases.
Once again, peg in line with the seam as before.
d) Go to the front corners and repeat this procedure but
this time pulling the front leg forward and out with the
canvas, making sure that there are as few creases as
possible in front and side of the trailer tent canvas.
ANY DOORS OR EXTERIOR ZIPS MUST BE CLOSED TO
THE BOTTOM TO SUCCESSFULLY PEG YOUR TRAILER
TENT.
e) Working from the rear centre pegging points, continue
to peg your trailer tent. The canvas should always be
taut with no creases and the pegs should all be in line
with each other. It is not necessary to pull the canvas
too far out - a straight line is preferable from corner to
corner. Cross peg all doorways to avoid excess tension
on zips and to prevent them from working their way
open.
f) When you are finished, the trailer tent canvas should be
taut on the frame with no “flapping canvas”. Each side
should be pegged neatly and in as straight a line as
possible. Where possible, pegs should be in line with
the seam.
PLEASE TAKE EXTREME CARE WHEN PITCHING YOUR
TRAILER TENT IN WINDY CONDITIONS AND ENSURE
THAT YOU HAVE ADEQUATE HELP
1. Zip the awning canvas onto cabin using the two heavy
duty zips and ensuring the zip covers are in place. Fold the
awning canvas over the top of the cabin to expose the
cabin’s front wall.
2. Lay the PVC groundsheet out in place in front of the
cabin with the velcro tabs securing them together. Slot
together two of the large hooped poles and the two smaller
hoop poles (ensuring each has the short adjustable poles
with flat feet fitted either end) as well as the curved cross
bar. Lay these in place on the groundsheet.
3. Pull the canvas forward off the cabin and onto the
groundsheet, secure the canvas and groundsheet together
with the heavy duty zips.
4. Open the front doors of the awning canvas and lift the
front hooped pole into position and zip the internal sleeving
around the pole
5. Enter the awning and repeat with the remaining poles
and finally fit the remaining two hooped poles with spiked
feet to the outside porch and if required the sun canopy
(Ensuring you use the hooped pole with the small holes to
fit the canvas hooks to).
It will be necessary at first use to fit the inner tents. This is
a simple procedure and involves inserting the mattress into
the base of the inner tent and clipping the top of the inner to
the cabin frame. The seat cushions also fit within the inner
tent to enlarge the bed. Once fitted the inner tents need only
be unclipped from the frame before folding. Then, along with
the mattresses are secured when folding by the retaining
straps. DO NOT PUT TOO MUCH STRESS ONTO THE
INNER TENT SUSPENSION POINTS.
The trailer tent should be guyed using the guying points
supplied on the trailer tent. Please note that guying is only
reliable if the correct tent peg is used and the peg is inserted
correctly (see following section).
Pull down cabin canvas and adjust the frame downwards
so that the pegging points comfortably reach the ground.
Undo retaining straps that secure inner tent and mattress to
the bed board and clip inner tent onto the frame using plastic
clips. (All Holiday trailer tents are delivered without the inner
tents or mattress covers fitted. Once fitted however the inner
tents can remain in situ and need only be unclipped from the
frame for folding)
Extend the cabin poles to their maximum length using the
spring buttons and fold over the left and right hand beds in
that order. Adjust the legs to provide level beds.
Repeat for the offside and then swing the central roof sections
up to the apex and connect the two sections front and rear.
Swing over the near side cabin roof frames. The canvas will
automatically follow.

General purpose pegs are supplied with this trailer tent and are
suitable in many instances. There are many types of pegs
available and it is up to you to choose the correct peg for the
job. Your sunncamp dealer will be able to give you advice.
The mudwall is located on the inside of the trailer tent awning
and a groundsheet can be laid on top of it in the living area.
These should be clipped on the curtain track and retained by
the curtain tape. Pack curtains separately if they are wet or
even slightly damp to avoid any possibility of colour transfer.
If possible, this should be done when the trailer tent is
completely dry. Reverse the erection procedure remembering
to unclip the inner tents before folding. Take care to fold beds
and cabin frame in the correct order - failure to do this will
result in damage.
PLEASE TAKE EXTREME CARE WHEN TAKING DOWN
YOUR TRAILER TENT IN WINDY CONDITIONS. DO NOT
TRY TO TAKE YOUR TRAILER TENT DOWN ON YOUR
OWN - GET SOMEBODY TO HELP YOU.
FIRE PRECAUTIONS - REMEMBER, YOUR TRAILER
TENT CAN
BURN. CAMP SAFETY - FOLLOW THESE COMMON
SENSE RULES
• When siting, ensure a minimum distance of 6 metres is
between trailer tents
• Do not place cooking, heating or lighting appliances near
the sides or the roof
• Always observe the safety instructions for the appliances
• Keep exits clear
• Make sure that you learn the fire arrangements on the site
• Never allow children to play near lighted appliances
TRAILER
The sunncamp trailer is designed to be as maintenance free
as possible. The chassis and trailer frame are galvanised to
provide superb corrosion resistance. It is however quite
normal for the finish to dull - this will not affect the
performance or durability of the trailer.
SERVICING
The following service procedures should be carried out at
either the recommend mileage interval or according to time
(whichever occurs first)
Pre Delivery
Check all wheel nuts
Check ball hitch connection
Check road lighting
Check brake operation (if fitted)
20 Miles
Check all wheel nuts
Every 500 Miles or 3 Months and Before Each Journey
Check all wheel nuts
Check condition of tyres
Lubricate jockey wheel
Lubricate tow hitch
Check condition of safety cable
Check road light operation
TYRES/WHEELS
This trailer is fitted with 145 x 10 wheels and tyres. It is
essential for correct operation that the tyre pressures are
checked when cold. Tyres pressures will be found on the
trailer chassis plate. We recommend that the spare wheel is
carried at all times.
LOADING
Check the chassis plate for the actual weights for your trailer.
Do not exceed the MGW and ensure that the load is equally
distributed on the trailer. This trailer is designed to be nose
heavy so improving the towing characteristics. Check the
nose weight against the recommended nose weight for your
towing vehicle. Ensure that the trailer is not loaded too
heavily at the rear.
STORAGE
During long periods of inactivity and during the winter
months, it is essential that all canvas parts, mattresses,
curtains, etc. are removed from the trailer and stored in a
warm dry environment. Failure to do this may result in
mildew damage to these parts. If these parts are left
attached to the trailer we recommend frequent checks and
airing of the unit to prevent damage from mildew. The cabin
canvas is easily removed from the cabin frame.
If possible garage your trailer body whenever possible. If
stored outside protect the unit, especially the transit cover.
Beware of condensation forming either under any protective
cover or under the transit cover itself.
If possible, raise the tyres off the ground to prevent damage
to tyres but do not support the weight on the corner legs.
Protect the 7 pin plugs and socket with a liberal coating of
petroleum jelly.
CLEANING
Cabin Canvas/Awning Canvas:
Clean only with pure water and a soft cloth or brush
Inner Tents/covers/curtains/linings:
Dry clean only
Trailer:
Non abrasive automotive cleaners
Stainless steel kitchen unit:
Non abrasive household cleaner
MUDWALL
CANVAS
This should always be packed away and stored completely
dry. If you have to take your trailer tent down wet then, at the
first possible opportunity, PITCH THE TRAILER TENT TO
DRY IT. DO NOT LEAVE IT PACKED WET. Damp storage
will cause mildew and may result in colour run.
IMPORTANT: If your trailer tent is wet do not pack curtains
with canvas as this may result in colour transfer.
NEVER clean your trailer tent with anything other than pure
water and a soft brush. NEVER USE detergents, petrol,
turps etc.
It may be necessary to re-proof your canvas at sometime.
The time will vary according to the amount of use and the
prevailing conditions. There are many good waterproofing
agents available - see your sunncamp dealer for details.
NEVER use aerosols or other chemicals close to your trailer
tent canvas.
FRAME
Take care not to put excess strain on your frame. When
erecting or dismantling, make sure that you do not over
extend the spring links. Should this happen, your sunncamp
dealer will be able to supply replacements. Should your
frame require any lubrication of moving parts we advise the
use of a silicon spray, DO NOT USE ANY OIL BASED
PRODUCT!
KITCHEN (SE Models only)
Ensure that the legs of the kitchen are securely tightened.
The front panel of the kitchen should be removed by lifting
upwards with the kitchen lid/s open. The Holiday has a split
kitchen top. Only use the gas cooker with both lids open.
GAS CONNECTION (SE Models only)
The double burner & grill are designed to operate from
either
butane or propane using regulators of the following
operating
pressures:
Butane - 28 mbar
Propane - 37 mbar
The kitchen has a push on gas hose fitting and the gas hose
(not supplied) should be fastened using a suitable hose clip.
Connect and operate the regulator according to the
manufacturer’s instructions.