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  • Page 1 Touring Caravan OWNERS HANDBOOK Issue 2...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    WELCOME AND INTRODUCTION ... 1-1 Front & Back Levelling ......... 5-1 Model Year .............. 1-1 Parking on a Reverse-Sloping Site or Steep Elddis Group Technical Approvals ...... 1-1 Hill ..............5-2 GENERAL SAFETY ........ 2-1 GETTING STARTED ......6-1 Please read before using your new caravan. .. 2-1 Electricity ..............
  • Page 3 CONTENTS Gas Grill ..............9-2 Mini Heki Rooflight ..........9-21 Gas Oven ............... 9-3 Windows .............. 9-21 Refrigerator Model Thetford N112 LCD Polyplastic Window Opening ......9-21 (Single Axle Models) ........9-4 Seitz Window Opening ........9-21 Operating instructions ........9-4 Taps ................
  • Page 4 ELECTRICAL DRAWINGS ....17-1 Tyres ..............11-4 13 Pin Plug Wiring Diagram ......17-1 Pressures .............. 11-4 Wiring Diagram - Crusader ......17-2 Tyre Wear and Damage ........11-4 Road Lights - Crusader ........17-3 Changing a Wheel ..........11-4 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ..
  • Page 5 CONTENTS CONTENTS-4...

  • Page 6: Welcome And Introduction

    Model Year Owner’s Information Pack. All Touring caravans manufactured by Elddis are Your new Elddis caravan has been designed as a designated by their model year. The 2009 model recreational vehicle and is intended for year runs from 1st September 2008 to 31st recreational use only.
  • Page 7 INTRODUCTION...

  • Page 8: General Safety

    Caravan Towing Vehicle Weight Ratio) In order for you to get the most out of your new The laden nose weight for your caravan Elddis caravan it is necessary for you to be aware should not exceed the lower of the of the following:...

  • Page 9: High-Level Ventilation

    All roof skylights fitted by smothered with a fire blanket. Elddis provide fixed free area ventilation. These In Case Of Fire roof skylights should be cleaned annually by use...

  • Page 10: Your Caravan Payload Explained

    GENERAL SAFETY YOUR CARAVAN PAYLOAD EXPLAINED Element 1 Essential Habitation Equipment Payload Definitions as defined by European (EHEP) Standard BSEN 1645 Part 2 (1999) Each full 6kg BP light gas bottle ...... 10kgs Maximum technically permissible laden Leisure Battery ........... 16kgs mass (MTPLM) Water in water heater ........
  • Page 11 GENERAL SAFETY...

  • Page 12: Preparing For The Road

    The Jockey wheel nose weight indicator is fitted bottle locker. The gas should be turned off. to all Elddis caravans. This can be used to give guidance on the actual nose weight your caravan (ii) The leisure battery is stored and secured in is applying to your car’s tow ball.

  • Page 13: Pre-Tow Checklist & Hitch-Up

    PREPARING FOR THE ROAD (iii) Any external connections (battery chargers, connecting cables etc), should be disconnected and stowed. (iv) Check that all exterior locker doors are secure and locked. (v) Secure and lock the main caravan entrance door. PRE-TOW CHECKLIST & HITCH-UP Having loaded the touring caravan and secured the lockers and main entrance door: Check touring caravan wheel bolts are...

  • Page 14: Uncoupling

    PREPARING FOR THE ROAD Uncoupling the caravan’s brakes if it becomes separated from its towing vehicle. The cable assembly is designed to part, allowing the caravan to come to a halt away from the towing vehicle. Construction - Usually a thin steel cable, possibly plastic coated, and fitted with a means of attachment to connect to the towing vehicle.

  • Page 15: Where No Designated Attachment Point Is Provided On The Tow Bar

    PREPARING FOR THE ROAD (ii) Attach the clip directly to the attachment accessories e.g. a stabiliser, bumper shield, point (Fig 3-5, Step 2). cycle carrier etc. (ii) That there must be sufficient slack in the STEP 2 cable to allow the towing vehicle and caravan to fully articulate without the cable ever becoming taut and applying the brakes.

  • Page 16: Handbrake

    PREPARING FOR THE ROAD HANDBRAKE Your caravan is fitted with BPW running gear and handbrake. It is essential that prior to towing you ensure that your handbrake is in the fully off position. This can be confirmed by ensuring that the handbrake arm is resting on the blue stop fitted to the side of the A frame as shown in Fig 3-7 below.
  • Page 17 PREPARING FOR THE ROAD...

  • Page 18: Towing And Driving

    TOWING AND DRIVING SPEED LIMITS TOWING AND DRIVING • Normal road towing: 50mph REVERSING • Motorways (including dual carriageways): It is advisable to have a second person available 60mph when reversing the caravan. SETTING OFF Start practising by choosing a left-hand bend for ease.
  • Page 19 TOWING AND DRIVING...

  • Page 20: Arriving On Site

    ARRIVING ON SITE (ii) Lower the jockey wheel to ground level ARRIVING ON SITE before unhitching. (See index uncoupling) CHECK SITE REGULATIONS You should then park your car, usually next to the On arrival at a site, you should always check the caravan furthest away from the door side.

  • Page 21: Parking On A Reverse-Sloping Site Or Steep Hill

    ARRIVING ON SITE PARKING ON A REVERSE-SLOPING SITE OR STEEP HILL For successful parking on a reverse slope or steep hill, the operator need only apply the handbrake with one hand while gently but purposely inching the caravan a small distance backwards with the other.

  • Page 22: Getting Started

    You have arrived at your destination and now (ii) Your caravan is properly earthed. Never want to start to enjoy your new Elddis caravan. accept a supply from a socket outlet or plug The following is a step by step guide to...

  • Page 23: Disconnecting Mains Supply When Leaving Site

    GETTING STARTED WIRING OF CONNECTING CABLE AND CARAVAN MAINS INLET WARNING: It is essential that connections are made exactly as shown. If terminal markings are not in accordance with the above diagram they must be ignored. (vii) Place any surplus cable under the caravan. OVERSEAS ELECTRICAL CONNECTION Ensure that the surplus cable is not coiled Please Note: Connection to a mains voltage...

  • Page 24: Gas Supply

    Each gas appliance is connected to its own gas isolation tap under the cooker. These are Your new Elddis caravan has been fitted with a identified on the tap via a label. Below is a key to fully approved gas regulator designed to operate identify each label.

  • Page 25: Water System

    WATER SYSTEM Using your taps direct from an external water container Your new Elddis Caravan is fitted with an on board water pump. Ensure the manual valve next to the water pump is in the left position. (i.e. pointing away from the When the system is first used or if air is sucked pump, see Fig 1).

  • Page 26: How To Use Your Aquasource

    GETTING STARTED How to Use Your Aquasource Draining Down Your Water System CAUTION It is essential that you drain down your caravan water system when it is not in use. Do not under any circumstances connect your This is most important during winter caravan to the mains water supply without the months to protect against frost damage.
  • Page 27 GETTING STARTED...

  • Page 28: Gas Safety Advice

    Outlet sockets located within the caravan should only be used with a LPG GAS SYSTEM dedicated appliance and not an Elddis does not recommend the use of any independent unit. external cylinders. All cylinders in use should be • No appliance shall be used outside within the gas locker provided.
  • Page 29 GAS SAFETY ADVICE...

  • Page 30: Electrical System

    ‘trip’ the main switch, to the OFF battery box. position. This switch can only be re-set after Elddis recommends that you use sealed for life elimination of the fault. leisure batteries of a minimum rating off 40 Please Note: In case of difficulty, consult an ampere-hours at 20 hours discharge rate.

  • Page 31: Automatic Charging System

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AUTOMATIC CHARGING SYSTEM The battery charger will operate automatically when the caravan is connected to the mains outlet on a caravan site. The 12V system, with the exception of the 12V refrigerator and battery charging, will not operate when the caravan is connected to the towing vehicle.

  • Page 32: 12V Fuses - All Models

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 12V FUSES - ALL MODELS...
  • Page 33 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MAINS UNIT...

  • Page 34: How To Use Your Caravan'sequipment

    Crusader For further details on the major equipment Your new Crusader Caravan will be fitted with within your caravan please read the individual the control panel shown below appliance instructions contained with your user information pack.

  • Page 35: Cooking Equipment

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT COOKING EQUIPMENT Gas Grill WARNINGS (i) Turn the grill control knob to the high flame position and with the knob depressed press (i) All pans should be mounted centrally the electronic ignitor button. If the grill does over the burners, even when cooling, to not light within 20 seconds then turn off the protect adjacent walls.

  • Page 36: Gas Oven

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Gas Oven (i) Turn the gas oven control knob to maximum then depress the knob while pressing the electronic ignitor button. If the oven does not light within 20 seconds turn off the control knob and wait for 30 seconds before trying again.

  • Page 37: Refrigerator Model Thetford N112 Lcd (Single Axle Models)

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT REFRIGERATOR MODEL THETFORD N112 LCD (Single Axle Models) D = Function LED A = Main switch (on/off) E = LCD display B = Mode selection switch C = Cooling level selection switch OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS If an energy source becomes available that has a higher priority than the source the refrigerator is When the caravan is on tow, the refrigerator...

  • Page 38: Powering With Electricity

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT means of the cooling level selection switch (C). Direct current (12V): The SES system will select The LCD display will show the cooling level 12V powering only if a mains voltage (230V) is setting you have selected. unavailable, the vehicle engine is running and a voltage higher than 11V is available.

  • Page 39: Switching Off The Refrigerator

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT gas. During this time, however, the gas indicator system consists of a simple click-and-slide plastic lamp will come on. The delay is built in to avoid it strip. To secure products on the rack while switching to gas operation whenever you stop to driving, push the plastic strip as tightly as you can refuel your vehicle.

  • Page 40: Refrigerator Model Thetford N175 Lcd (Twin Axle Models)

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT REFRIGERATOR MODEL THETFORD N175 LCD (Twin Axle Models) D = Function LED A = Main switch (on/off) E = LCD display B = Mode selection switch C = Cooling level selection switch OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS If an energy source becomes available that has a higher priority than the source the refrigerator is When the caravan is on tow, the refrigerator...

  • Page 41: Powering With Electricity

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT means of the cooling level selection switch POWERING WITH ELECTRICITY (C). The LCD display will show the cooling Powering with electricity can be selected both by level setting you have selected. the Auto mode (only Automatic fridges) and A.

  • Page 42: Switching Off The Refrigerator

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Auto mode Securing products for The system will select gas operation if mains driving voltage (230V) is unavailable; or the vehicle's engine is not running. One of the racks in your Once mains voltage (230V) is available again or refrigerator has the vehicle's engine is running, the system will a system for...

  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT TROUBLESHOOTING Before calling the authorised Service Department please check whether: • The instructions in the section “Using the refrigerator” have been followed. • The refrigerator is not tilted excessively. • It is possible to operate the refrigerator with an available power source. Failure: The refrigerator does not work in gas operation mode.

  • Page 44: Maintenance

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE • Works on gas components and electrical installation may only be carried out by authorised personnel. We recommend to contact your Dometic Service Centre. • EN 1949 stipulates that the appliance’s gas equipment and its associated fume system must be inspected after installation and a certificate issued.

  • Page 45: Water Heater Operation

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT SPACE HEATER OPERATION WATER HEATER OPERATION Gas Operation Gas operation Gas Control Ultrastore Control (i) Turn the gas control on top of the heater to (i) Ensure that the water heater has been filled the desired setting and depress the knob.

  • Page 46: Fan Operation

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Fan Operation MICROWAVE The blown air function of the space heater is Notes: controlled by the three position switch on top of 1 - Your microwave is connected to your 230V the heater. electricity supply via a non customer useable plug.

  • Page 47: Battery Charger

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT BATTERY CHARGER The battery charger for the caravan battery will automatically switch on when the caravan is connected to a mains supply. The battery charger will also provide a 12V supply to the caravan when a battery is not connected.

  • Page 48: Thetford Cassette C250 Toilet

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT THETFORD CASSETTE C250 TOILET Optional Features p) Electric Blade Introduction q) Automatic Ventilator The Thetford Cassette Toilet is a high quality product. The toilet forms an integral part of your Waste Pump-Out System caravan or camper bathroom, thanks to its Waste Holding Tank Multi-Level Indicator functional design which combines modern styling Flush-Water Tank Level Indicator (only if...
  • Page 49 HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Standard C250 Optional features C250 Control panel (with optional features) 9-16...

  • Page 50: Preparing For Use With Optional Features

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT damage. If blockage occurs, always check if the 14. Automatic Ventilator: The ventilator blade handle is in the correct (closed) position. automatically starts when the control panel is activated (by pressing the flush button) and For toilets with own Flush-Water Tank: Open will automatically shut off after approximately the water filling door and fill the flush-water...

  • Page 51: Emptying With Optional Features

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT once the emptying spout is pointing downwards. Caution: Never use bleach, vinegar or other Prepare the toilet for re-use if required. Slide the powerful household cleaners that contain these Waste Holding Tank into the toilet and close the substances.

  • Page 52: Winter Operation

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Rinse the float and rubber seal under a tap. Activate the Control Panel by pressing the Replace the rubber seal and float for the flush button. Open the blade and press the Automatic Pressure Release Vent using the flush button until water stops flowing into same method in reverse.

  • Page 53: Rooflights

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Toilet unit malfunctions built-in fixed ventilation when closed. It operates as an extractor fan and air intake fan. Contact your dealer or a Thetford Service Centre. Please note: Do not change the direction of the fan unless it has been switched off ‘O’...

  • Page 54: Mini Heki Rooflight

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT (ii) Select the required position (blackout/ WINDOWS flyscreen) by moving both joined end rods Your caravan will be fitted with either Polyplastic; together. Seitz framed windows, or a mixture of both. CAUTION: In extremely bright sunshine, the Polyplastic Window Opening blackout blind must only be closed two-thirds, (i) In order to open the Polyplastic window it is...

  • Page 55: Taps

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT BLINDS & FLYSCREENS Operation Blinds The mixer tap and shower mixer are operated in the same manner as the kitchen tap by lifting the (i) Pull blind down by its centre catch. Do not control lever to activate the pump and swivelling pull down by one side of the blind.

  • Page 56: Exterior Door Retainers

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT EXTERIOR DOOR RETAINERS INTERNAL DOORS The door retainer fitted to your Elddis caravan is Toilet/Shower Room Doors operated by simply lightly pushing the door to Toilet/shower room doors are fitted with a lever the side of the caravan. The retainer should lock, which is operated by pushing the lever automatically engage and hold the door in place.

  • Page 57: Magnetic Catches

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT MAGNETIC CATCHES BED MAKE-UP Magnetic catches work Parallel Lounge on contact with the metal plate on the rear of the door. Simply close the door until the magnet engages and holds the metal plate. Pulling the door towards you with a moderate force will be sufficient to disengage...

  • Page 58: L-Shape Lounge Double Bed

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT L-Shape Lounge Double Bed Bunk Beds On L-shaped layout, the bed frame is pulled out All high level beds will take a maximum weight of from underneath the rear facing seat. Arrange the 75kgs / 11 stone. When in use, the high level beds seat cushions appropriately.

  • Page 59: Removable Drawer Locker

    Status 530 Directional Antenna LCD TV Your new Elddis caravan will be fitted with a 530 If you have ordered an LCD TV with your new Status TV aerial caravan then details on how to set up your TV will be supplied with the TV.

  • Page 60: Bpw Nose Weight Indicator Jockey Wheel

    The indicator, which is an integral part of the The Explorer Protect system is fitted as standard jockey wheel, will give an estimate of the on the Crusader range. Manufactured by noseweight of the caravan. Autowatch, The Explorer Protect system is designed to give years of trouble free operation.

  • Page 61: Bpw Intelligent Drive Control (Idc) System

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Emergency Disarm Arming the System in Test Or Buzz Mode Insert the touch-key briefly into the socket. The In the buzz mode the siren will sound a short alarm will turn off. tone when a sensor is triggered instead of sounding for 30 seconds.

  • Page 62: Security

    SECURITY ANTI-WIND CORNER STEADIES SECURITY The rear corner steadies on all Crusader Theft deterrent, prevention and security of your caravans have a special cowling that allows for the touring caravan is taken very seriously at Elddis. precise positioning of a security bolt. Once the...

  • Page 63: Cris - The Caravan Registration And Identification Scheme - Vin

    HPI Ltd. the details recorded are incorrect, please contact: CRIS - Dolphin House, New Street, Salisbury, All Elddis caravans are recorded on the CriS Wiltshire, SP1 2TB. Telephone: 01722 411430 database by their unique 17 digit Vehicle Identity Number (VIN). This VIN and the caravan...

  • Page 64: Care Of Your Caravan

    CARE OF YOUR CARAVAN Please Note: Under NO circumstances should CARE OF YOUR CARAVAN any abrasive cleaning agents, household This section of the guide is devoted to the care, detergents or proprietary cleaning fluids be used. cleaning and general preservation of your caravan Wash the window again using only cold water in order to retain its showroom condition.

  • Page 65: Interior Walls

    CARE OF YOUR CARAVAN fittings road grit, dust, sand, flies, lime tree WATER CONTAINERS secretions, bird droppings etc., should be washed All water remaining in any water container off using plenty of cold water. Any remaining dirt should be disposed of so that the container should be washed off using a soft cloth and warm is empty.

  • Page 66: Water Systems - Sterilization

    Ultraflow filter cartridge should be fitted. Please Note: Suitable sterilizing chemicals are available from your Elddis Retailer, accessory shop, chemists, or home-brew shops. It is not, however, recommended to use bleach or sodium met bisulphide.

  • Page 67: Chassis Mounted Spare Wheel Carrier

    115Nm for alloy wheels. Only use the wheel bolts supplied with your caravan. If you need to replace these bolts you should obtain bolts from an approved Elddis Retailer. The bolt fixings should be tightened in the sequence shown in the diagram below. Do NOT simply tighten clockwise or anti clockwise.

  • Page 68: Jacking

    (vii) Insert the wheel locating pins (supplied is 150kgs. within your Elddis kit box) into holes 4 and LUBRICATION 5 and then slide the wheel onto the locating pins.

  • Page 69: Maintenance Of Your Bpw Chassis

    WARNING: Holes must not be made without approval of the chassis manufacturer. The following maintenance instructions relate to axles and suspensions without any risk to safety. the BPW chassis fitted to your Elddis caravan. This applies even if an accredited test authority They are a constituent part of the warranty has already tested such products.

  • Page 70: Storage

    STORAGE Caravan covers may be used to protect your new LONG TERM & WINTER STORAGE Elddis caravan provided that the cover used is of If the caravan is to be stored for any length of a breathable type. time, especially over the winter period, the...
  • Page 71 STORAGE 12-2...

  • Page 72: Warranty

    WARRANTY • Damage caused by natural movements of WARRANTY internal doors and furniture. Normal wear THE EXPLORER GROUP LTD 3-YEAR and tear/servicing items and other MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY components subject to routine maintenance. Subject to the following conditions, your caravan THE EXPLORER GROUP LTD 3 YEAR is supplied with a manufacturer’s warranty for MANUFACTURERS WARRANTY IS three (3) years from the original date of purchase,...
  • Page 73 WARRANTY be subjected to any condition which could reasonably be foreseen to cause or result in damage or excessive wear and tear. 10. That only private cars or 4x4 type vehicles substituting as private cars, shall have towed the caravan. 11.

  • Page 74: Code Of Practice - Water Ingress

    CODE OF PRACTICE - WATER INGRESS • In the case of dispute, The Explorer Group CODE OF PRACTICE - WATER Limited, will agree to the appointment of an INGRESS independent arbitrator with both parties agreeing to pay 50% of their costs. SIX (6) YEAR BODY SHELL INTEGRITY GUARANTEE •...

  • Page 75: Mains Electrics

    CODE OF PRACTICE - WATER INGRESS a properly serviced and documented caravan history will enable your Retailer to rapidly assess and where appropriate, carry out the necessary remedial work. MAINS ELECTRICS It is recommended that you have your Mains Electrics System inspected by an NICEIC approved contractor every 3 years.

  • Page 76: Caravan Construction - Main Components

    Awnings which employ rubber system. Elddis utilizes the new BPW V-TEC sucker attachments rather than screw fixings are Chassis System. recommended.
  • Page 77 CARAVAN CONSTRUCTION 15-2...

  • Page 78: Crusader

    EQUIPMENT LIST EQUIPMENT LIST CRUSADER REFRIGERATOR THETFORD N112 SINGLE AXLE • THETFORD N175 FRIDGE FREEZER TWIN AXLE HEATER TRUMA ULTRAHEAT AUTO INTERNAL BLOWN AIR TRUMA PUSH FIT RAPID INSTALLATION WATER HEATER TRUMA ULTRASTORE SINK AND DRAINER SPINFLO ARGENT STAINLESS STEEL OVEN SPINFLO MIDI PRIMA WITH ILLUMINATION &...
  • Page 79 EQUIPMENT LIST 16-2...

  • Page 80: Electrical Drawings

    ELECTRICAL DRAWINGS ELECTRICAL DRAWINGS 13 PIN PLUG WIRING DIAGRAM 17-1...

  • Page 81: Wiring Diagram - Crusader

    ELECTRICAL DRAWINGS WIRING DIAGRAM - CRUSADER 17-2...

  • Page 82: Road Lights - Crusader

    ELECTRICAL DRAWINGS ROAD LIGHTS - CRUSADER 17-3...
  • Page 83 ELECTRICAL DRAWINGS 17-4...

  • Page 84: Technical Specifications

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ELDDIS CRUSADER Model Hurricane Typhoon Aurora Number of Berths Interior Length 4650mm (15’3”) 5344mm (17’6”) 5599mm (18’5”) Exterior Body Length 5390mm (17’8”) 6176mm (20’3”) 6429mm (21’0”) Shipping Length 6390mm (21’0”) 7066mm (23’2”) 7319mm (24’1”) Overall Width 2286mm (7’6”)
  • Page 85 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ELDDIS CRUSADER (continued) Model Mistral Supersirocco Supercyclone Number of Berths Interior Length 5599mm (18’5”) 6260mm (20’6”) 6260mm (20’6”) Exterior Body Length 6429mm (21’0”) 6960mm (22’10”) 6960mm (22’10”) Shipping Length 7319mm (24’1”) 7960mm (26’2”) 7960mm (26’2”) Overall Width 2286mm (7’6”)

  • Page 86: Technical Specifications

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ELDDIS CRUSADER (continued) Model Cyclone Superstorm Tempest Number of Berths Interior Length 6260mm (20’6”) 6260mm (20’6”) 6260mm (20’6”) Exterior Body Length 6960mm (22’10”) 6960mm (22’10”) 6960mm (22’10”) Shipping Length 7960mm (26’2”) 7960mm (26’2”) 7960mm (26’2”) Overall Width 2286mm (7’6”)
  • Page 87 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 18-4...

  • Page 88: General Questions

    Q: How Can I Avoid Excessive Caravan Snaking When I Tow And What Should I Do If It Starts? A: Elddis has extensively tested our caravans and we are confident of their stability. However, many other factors can influence your towing unit. When loading your caravan put heavy items low down and mainly over the axle(s).
  • Page 89 Q: Where Can I Get Spare Parts For My Caravan? A: Retailers will be able to source most parts you require. For details of your nearest Elddis Retailer please refer to our Find A Retailer section on our website, or call 01207 699 000 for assistance.
  • Page 90 GLOSSARY Bunk Bed GLOSSARY This is a sleeping place, usually higher up than a 13 pin plug conventional bed. Often (but not always) this can The plug used to connect the caravans electrical be folded or removed to provide additional living system to your towing vehicle to enable the road space.
  • Page 91 GLOSSARY Coupling Head - See hitch. Gas Drop out Holes These are not part of the ventilation. LPG is CRiS heavier than air, so holes through the floor below This is the Caravan Registration and Identification gas-powered appliances allow any leakage of gas Scheme.
  • Page 92 GLOSSARY Jack Maximum User Payload This is a device for raising the vehicle so that a This is the maximum payload available for the wheel can be changed, for instance. Not to be user including essential habitational equipment. confused with corner steadies which although MIRO - Mass In Running Order they are sometimes referred to as ‘corner jacks’...
  • Page 93 GLOSSARY Speed Rating This is an inspection undertaken by the Retailer This is the maximum speed at which a tyre may prior to handover to the customer. be used, as marked on its sidewall. Pitch Stabiliser A designated area of a caravan site allocated for A safety device which helps to prevent instability, the use of one outfit.
  • Page 94 GLOSSARY VIN - Vehicle Identification Number This is a unique serial identification number for a vehicle. All Cars and motor caravans should carry a VIN. Caravans are not obliged to, but most of those sold in recent years in the UK do as a result of the CRiS voluntary registration scheme.

  • Page 95: Glossary

    GLOSSARY 20-6...

  • Page 96: Service Documents

    SERVICE DOCUMENTS SERVICE DOCUMENTS TOURING CARAVANS - ANNUAL SERVICE RECORD In order to take full use of your warranty offered by The Explorer Group Limited it is essential that your caravan is serviced within the time scale laid down in the warranty terms and conditions. See Index - Warranty Terms &...
  • Page 97 SERVICE DOCUMENTS SECTION (E) GAS INSTALLATION SECTION (F) FINAL Hotplate Road test Refrigerator Heater Leak tested Water heated Fully operational CARE WARRANTY Your caravan is covered by the 3 year warranty, it is a condition of this warranty that a service and safety check is carried out by your caravan retailer at least once a year (12 months from the date of purchase) in accordance with the National Caravan Council recommendations.
  • Page 98 SERVICE DOCUMENTS 5th SERVICE 6th SERVICE DATE: DATE: RETAILERS STAMP: RETAILERS STAMP: I/We certify that an annual service has been I/We certify that an annual service has been carried out in accordance with the carried out in accordance with the manufacturers’...
  • Page 99 SERVICE DOCUMENTS 13th SERVICE 14th SERVICE DATE: DATE: RETAILERS STAMP: RETAILERS STAMP: I/We certify that an annual service has been I/We certify that an annual service has been carried out in accordance with the carried out in accordance with the manufacturers’...

  • Page 100: Index

    INDEX INDEX Furniture ......... 11-2 Glass Fibre Reinforced Plastic Aerial ............ 9-26 (GRP) .......... 11-1 Alarm ............ 9-27 Interior Walls ......... 11-2 Automatic Charging System ....8-2 Jacking ..........11-5 Lubrication ........11-5 Seitz Windows ....... 11-1 Battery Charger ......... 9-14 Shower Trays, Shower Room Battery Installation .......
  • Page 101 INDEX Equipment List Crusader ......... 16-1 Parking ............. 5-2 Pitch, selecting ........5-1 Power Drain ........12-1 Fire Safety ..........2-2 Pre-Tow Checklist ........ 3-2 Fuses - all models ......... 8-3 Radio/DVD .......... 9-26 Gas ............6-3 Ramp ............5-1 Connection ........
  • Page 102 INDEX Taps ............9-22 Technical Specifications Elddis Crusader ..18-1, 18-2, 18-3 Toilet Thetford C250 ....... 9-15 Towing Weight Ratio ......3-1 Tyres ............. 11-4 Uncoupling ..........3-3 Ventilation ..........2-1 Warranty ..........13-1 3-Year Manufacturer’s Warranty 13-1 Year 1 ..........13-1 Years 2 and 3 ........
  • Page 103 INDEX © Designed and Printed by Preset Graphics. Tel: 01332 549278. (MY21102. Ref: 21040) 22-4...
  • Page 104 The Explorer Group Limited Delves Lane, Consett, Co. Durham DH8 7PE Telephone: 01207 699000 • Facsimile: 01207 699001 • www.explorer-group.co.uk All the illustrations and descriptive matter in this guide are intended to give a general idea of the caravan. Changing market and supply situations may prevent the manufacturer from maintaining the exact specifications and details in this handbook and we therefore reserve the right to alter specifications and materials as conditions demand.

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