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Table of Contents
Introduction ....................................................................... 6
WELCOME TO MDC ....................................................... 6
Terminology & Abbreviations ................................... 6
Terminology & Abbreviations .................................... 7
Specifications .................................................................... 8
Store Locations .............................................................. 10
Contact Details .............................................................. 10
Safety Information ....................................................... 11
WARNING– ..................................................................... 11
Modifications to The Product .................................. 11
Gas Systems .................................................................... 11
Chassis .............................................................................. 11
Jacking Your Caravan or Camper ........................... 12
Electrical Safety ............................................................. 13
Vehicle Electrical Requirements .............................. 14
Brake Controller ............................................................ 14
Correct Vehicle Wiring for MDC
Caravans ........................................................................... 14
Trailer Lights ................................................................... 15
Charging Camper/Caravan While Driving........... 15
Vehicle with or without smart alternator: ........... 15
Trail-Assure Electronic Stability Control
System .............................................................................. 16
Gas & Appliance Safety ............................................. 20
Gas Certification............................................................ 20
General Safety................................................................ 20
Gas Cylinder Safety ...................................................... 20
Gas Appliance Safety .................................................. 21
Removing the Flue Cover .......................................... 21
Ventilation and Flues .................................................. 21
Isolating Appliances .................................................... 21
Diesel Heater Safety .................................................... 22
Using the Caravan ........................................................ 23
Weights and Payload Capacities ............................ 23
Loading Your Caravan ................................................ 23
Ball Weight ...................................................................... 24
Effects of Weight Distribution ................................. 24
Tyre Pressures ................................................................ 24
Pre-Trip Inspection ...................................................... 25
Tyres .................................................................................. 25
Wheel Nuts ..................................................................... 25
Hitch and Chains ........................................................... 25
Fire Extinguisher ............................................................ 25
Brakes & Breakaway System .................................... 25
Lights ................................................................................. 25
Setting up your Caravan ............................................ 25
Finding a Suitable Spot .............................................. 25
Weather ............................................................................ 25
Levelling Your Caravan ............................................... 26
Operating the Jockey Wheel .................................... 26
Stabiliser Legs ................................................................ 27
Electric Awning .............................................................. 27
Mains Power ................................................................... 28
RCD Safety Switch ........................................................ 28
Kitchen .............................................................................. 29
Control Panel .................................................................. 30
Towing the Caravan ..................................................... 31
Hitch................................................................................... 31
How to Hitch your coupling ..................................... 32
Coupling ........................................................................... 34
Uncoupling ...................................................................... 36
Connecting the Breakaway ....................................... 37
Connecting the Safety Chains .................................. 37
Connecting the Electrics ............................................ 37
Wireless Rearview Camera ........................................ 38
Troubleshooting ............................................................ 38
Charging the Caravan ................................................. 39
Preparing for Bad Weather ....................................... 39
Packing Down Your Caravan .................................... 39
Storage & Care .............................................................. 40
Long Term Storage ...................................................... 40
Interior .............................................................................. 40
Exterior .............................................................................. 40
Care and Maintenance of the Caravan ................. 42
Protection of Finishes .................................................. 42
Paint ................................................................................... 42
Acrylic Windows ............................................................ 42
Internal Finishes ............................................................ 42
Ensuite Finishes ............................................................. 42
Mirrors............................................................................... 42
Galvanised Finishes ...................................................... 42
High Tensile Bolt and Fittings .................................. 42
Stainless Steel................................................................. 42
Fabrics ............................................................................... 42
Corrosion Protection ................................................... 42
Roof Maintenance ........................................................ 43
Sealants ............................................................................ 43
Solar Panels ..................................................................... 43
Caravan Body Maintenance ...................................... 43
Locks and Latches ......................................................... 43
Rubber Seals ................................................................... 43
Sealants ............................................................................ 43
Winegard Sensar III Antenna (optional
Extra) .................................................................................. 44
Solar Panels ..................................................................... 46
Sealants ............................................................................ 46
Canopy Lifting Mechanism ....................................... 46
Roof Skirt Elastic Cord ................................................ 47
Caravan Body Maintenance ...................................... 47
Locks and Latches ......................................................... 47
Rubber Seals ................................................................... 47
Sealants ............................................................................ 47
Electrical Systems .......................................................... 48