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Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION ....................................................................... 6
WELCOME TO MDC ........................................................... 6
TERMINOLOGY & ABBREVIATIONS ....................................... 6
TERMINOLOGY & ABBREVIATIONS ................................. 7
SPECIFICATIONS ...................................................................... 8
MDC 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
ISOLATING APPLIANCES ....................................................... 21
DIESEL HEATER SAFETY ........................................................ 22
USING THE CARAVAN ........................................................ 23
WEIGHTS AND PAYLOAD CAPACITIES................................. 23
HOW TO LOAD 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
ELECTRIC ROOF ..................................................................... 25
Finding a Suitable Spot ............................................. 25
Weather .......................................................................... 25
Using Wheel Chocks and Ramps .......................... 26
Operating the Jockey Wheel................................... 26
Stabiliser Legs ............................................................... 26
ELECTRIC AWNING ................................................................ 27
KITCHEN ................................................................................. 28
CONTROL PANEL ................................................................... 29
MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER ....................................................... 29
MAINS POWER ...................................................................... 30
RCD SAFETY SWITCH ........................................................... 30
TOWING THE CARAVAN ....................................................... 31
TOWING WITH TRUCKS ......................................................... 31
HOW TO HITCH YOUR COUPLING ....................................... 32
Coupling ......................................................................... 34
Uncoupling .................................................................... 36
Connecting the Breakaway ...................................... 37
Connecting the Safety Chains ................................ 38
Connecting the Electrics ........................................... 38
WIRELESS REARVIEW CAMERA ............................................ 39
Troubleshooting .......................................................... 39
CHARGING THE CARAVAN.................................................... 40
PREPARING FOR BAD WEATHER .......................................... 40
PACKING DOWN YOUR CARAVAN ...................................... 40
STORAGE & CARE ................................................................ 41
SECURITY ................................................................................ 42
CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF THE CARAVAN ........ 43
PROTECTION OF FINISHES .................................................... 43
Paint .................................................................................. 43
Acrylic Windows ........................................................... 43
Internal Finishes ........................................................... 43
Ensuite Finishes ............................................................ 43
Mirrors ............................................................................. 43
Galvanised Finishes ..................................................... 43
High Tensile Bolt and Fittings ................................. 43
Stainless Steel ............................................................... 43
Fabrics .............................................................................. 43
SHADE AND SCREEN CARE .................................................... 44
Corrosion Protection .................................................. 44
ROOF MAINTENANCE ........................................................... 44
Sealants ........................................................................... 44
Solar Panels ................................................................... 44
CARAVAN BODY MAINTENANCE......................................... 44
Locks and Latches ....................................................... 44
Rubber Seals .................................................................. 44
Sealants ........................................................................... 44
Winegard Sensar III Antenna (optional Extra) .. 45
Solar Panels ................................................................... 47
Sealants ........................................................................... 47
Canopy Lifting Mechanism ...................................... 47
Roof Skirt Elastic Cord ............................................... 47
CARAVAN BODY MAINTENANCE......................................... 48
Locks and Latches ....................................................... 48
Rubber Seals .................................................................. 48
Sealants ........................................................................... 48
TORQUE SETTINGS ................................................................ 49
Wheel Nuts .................................................................... 49
Hitch ................................................................................. 49
Trailing Arm Pivot Bolts ............................................ 49
HAND BRAKE ......................................................................... 49