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Compass RALLYE Owner's Handbook Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    WELCOME AND INTRODUCTION ..1-1 Connecting To Mains Supply On Model Year Designation ......1-1 Arrival at Site ........... 6-1 Compass Technical Approvals ....1-1 Disconnecting Mains Supply When Leaving Site ..........6-2 GENERAL SAFETY ....... 2-1 Overseas Electrical Connection ....6-2 Please read before using your new Gas Safety Advice ........
  • Page 3 CONTENTS Winter operation ........8-12 Sprung Hinges ........8-39 Alde Heating ......... 8-13 Sliding Doors ......... 8-39 Alde 3020 Control Panel ....... 8-13 Bed Make-up ......... 8-40 Whale Watermaster® Exterior Water Front Wrap Round Seating (Option) ..8-40 Pump with Intelligent Control® ....8-16 Removable Drawer Locker ....
  • Page 4 Front Panel and Gas Bottle Locker Door13-1 Awning Channel ........13-1 EQUIPMENT LIST ........ 14-1 Rallye ............ 14-1 WIRING DIAGRAM - RALLYE ..... 15-1 Road Lights - Rallye ......15-2 GENERAL QUESTIONS ...... 16-1 GLOSSARY .......... 17-1 SERVICE DOCUMENTS ...... 18-1 NOTIFICATION OF CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP ........
  • Page 5 CONTENTS CONTENTS-4...

  • Page 6: Welcome And Introduction

    4x4 In order to ensure your new caravan is safe to because of the ‘off-road’ nature of the use, Compass are members of and have been suspension. Owners should not tow their inspected by the following bodies.
  • Page 7 INTRODUCTION...

  • Page 8: General Safety

    ‘advice to occupier label’ fitted to your In order for you to get the most out of your caravan usually found on the inside of new Compass caravan it is necessary for you the wardrobe door. to be aware of the following:...

  • Page 9: Ventilation

    GENERAL SAFETY VENTILATION FIRE SAFETY All caravans manufactured by Compass are Fire Extinguishers ventilated at both high and low level in It is recommended that a 1 kg minimum accordance with BSEN 721 Safety capacity dry powder fire extinguisher be Ventilation.

  • Page 10: Your Caravan Payload Explained

    Plated maximum technical retailer will reduce the overall payload permissible laden mass (PMTPLM) available to the customer. As specified by Compass and in compliance User Payload is the sum of the PEP and the with the European Directive on Masses and OEP.
  • Page 11 GENERAL SAFETY...

  • Page 12: Preparing For The Road

    PREPARING FOR THE ROAD LOADING PREPARING FOR THE ROAD Always lower and secure the jockey wheel CARAVAN TOWING VEHICLE and the four corner steadies (with the brace WEIGHT RATIO provided) before entering the caravan. This This ratio has a major influence on stability. It will ensure that the caravan does not tip up is recommended that: when you are inside.

  • Page 13: External Loading & Checks

    PREPARING FOR THE ROAD CABLES External Loading & Checks For peace of mind, you may wish to check Gas cylinders should only be stored, the ability of the cables to be able to cope correctly positioned, and secured in the with towing the vehicle at extreme angles gas bottle locker.
  • Page 14 PREPARING FOR THE ROAD Coupling Checking the efficiency of the left/right friction pads: • Pull the coupling handle (Fig. 3/Item 1) up in the direction of arrow. The coupling 1) Couple up AKS 3004 mechanism has an open position ie. as 2) Open Stabiliser lever (Fig.
  • Page 15 PREPARING FOR THE ROAD Manoeuvring operation For easier manoeuvring (on campsites etc), pull the stabiliser lever to the ‘up’ position. Please do not use the stabiliser lever as an manoeuvring handle. Please use the handles on the Caravan or fit the AL-KO manoeuvring handle to your jockey wheel (available separately).
  • Page 16 PREPARING FOR THE ROAD BREAKAWAY CABLE Fixed tow ball systems The law requires that any trailer with a The cable with spring clip should be passed MTPLM (GVW) exceeding 750 kg must have behind the towbar assembly (where cable a braking system and it must work. If such a length is sufficient) and then clipped back on trailer becomes detached from the tow vehicle itself.
  • Page 17 PREPARING FOR THE ROAD...

  • Page 18: Towing And Driving

    TOWING AND DRIVING SPEED LIMITS TOWING AND DRIVING • Always adhere to the speed limits in REVERSING force. It is advisable to have a second person • When national speed limits apply, when assisting when reversing the caravan. towing on a single carriageway, the Start practising by choosing a left-hand bend speed limit is reduced to 50mph.

  • Page 19: Motorway Driving

    TOWING AND DRIVING MOTORWAY DRIVING When your caravan was first manufactured the tyres fitted were chosen because they Important Points: would carry the load that the caravan was 1. Caravans may not be towed in the designed to carry. outside lane of a three or four lane Note that it may be possible to increase the motorway.

  • Page 20: Arriving On Site

    ARRIVING ON SITE Whichever method you use, and once level: ARRIVING ON SITE Apply the caravan handbrake and chock CHECK SITE REGULATIONS the caravan wheel if necessary. On arrival at a site, you should always check (ii) Lower the jockey wheel to ground level the site regulations.

  • 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 it is AC or DC and whether it is at the want to start to enjoy your new Compass correct voltage and frequency. caravan. The following is a step by step (ii) Your caravan is properly earthed.

  • 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 OVERSEAS ELECTRICAL caravan.

  • Page 24: Gas Safety Advice

    GAS SAFETY ADVICE LPG GAS SYSTEM In the event of a suspected gas leak the gas Compass do not recommend the use of any must be turned off using the isolation valve external cylinders. All cylinders in use should on the gas bottle. A competent gas fitter be within the gas locker provided.

  • Page 25: Gas Supply

    GETTING STARTED GAS SUPPLY Changing a gas cylinder Your caravan is designed to operate using Before commencing to change a gas cylinder either propane or butane liquefied petroleum ensure that the valve on the cylinder is turned gas at 30M/bar. Gas can be obtained from fully off.
  • Page 26 GETTING STARTED Replacing the empty cylinder, Figure 3. • Abnormal combustion at the burner(s) of a gas appliance (flames too high or too low) • Turn the knob halfway. The cylinder that was previously in <<reserve>> will • Smell of gas become the cylinder in <<service>>...

  • Page 27: High Pressure Gas Hoses

    450mm from the gas cylinder to the regulator. These approved high-pressure hoses are available from your Compass Retailer. These hoses are connected using screw thread fittings, which will make a seal if connected and tightened using a spanner. Once the hose is securely...

  • Page 28: Water System

    GETTING STARTED WATER SYSTEM High Flow Watermaster Pump with Intelligent Control (IC) The Watermaster IC unit is a means of control for the Whale Watermaster high flow system, which allows it to operate without the need for pressure switch adjustment. It offers three key features, eliminates rapid water pulsation, ensures that the pump turns off at low battery voltages and in a run-dry situation...
  • Page 29 GETTING STARTED Step 6 - Plug Watermaster IC onto socket Step 2 - Insert plug into wall socket and (see Fig 5) and tighten screw (NB - close lid to lock plug in place. Do Not Overtighten) Step 3 - Adjust dust cover over opening in container (Note: dust cover should not be secured to water container as air must be allowed to enter...

  • Page 30: Maintenance

    GETTING STARTED Instructions for Pump Storage when Helpful Hints not in use Note: If at any stage the user experiences Pump hose can be inserted into groove on less than optimum performance from the plug to keep pump off ground while refilling Whale Watermaster IC, recalibrate the water container (Fig.

  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    GETTING STARTED Troubleshooting (a) If the pump will not run: • Check at least one tap is open • Turn the pump isolation switch off and on again • Check the battery condition • Check the mains isolator switch is on •...

  • Page 32: Electrical System

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Note: Do not over discharge the battery. One ELECTRICAL SYSTEM of the most common causes of battery failure 12v POWER SUPPLY is when the battery is discharged below the recommended level of approximately 12.2v - Battery Installation ref table. Discharging a battery below this Your caravan will be fitted with a BCA Leisure figure will cause permanent damage.

  • Page 33: Resetting The Rcd

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM For normal operation all switches on the unit 230V mains equipment typical consumption need to be in the ON position. The switches figures: on the left of the unit are known as MCB’s • Refrigerator ....... 0.50 amps (miniature circuit breakers).

  • Page 34: Connecting A Solar Panel And/Or Satellite Dish

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Connecting a Solar Panel and/or Satellite Dish Your new Compass caravan will have both a solar panel connection point and a satellite TV connection point within the battery box. External Solar Panel Connection To connect a solar panel insert the panel...
  • Page 35 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MAINS UNIT - RALLYE...

  • Page 36: How To Use Your Caravan'sequipment

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Congratulations on your purchase of a new Compass caravan. Within this section of your caravan’s handbook we will give you brief details on how to operate all of the caravan’s equipment from the gas cooking equipment to the window blinds.
  • Page 37 HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Control panel for caravans with an onboard water tank (i) To operate the 12V systems for your caravan depress the master switch adjacent to the pump control switches. (ii) To operate the pump for your water system depress the left hand rocker switch for operation from an external water source.

  • Page 38: Combined Cooker Hob, Oven And Grill

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT COMBINED COOKER HOB, OVEN The burners are controlled individually and AND GRILL each is monitored by a thermocouple probe. In the event the burner flames are accidentally extinguished, turn off the burner control and do not attempt to re-ignite the burner for at least one minute.

  • Page 39: Using The Electric Hotplate

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Using the Electric Hotplate Using the Grill 1. Ensure the electricity is switched on. 1. Ensure the gas cylinder is connected and turned on. 2. The hotplate control is numbered from 1 (Low) to 6 (High). To turn on, rotate the 2.

  • Page 40: Using The Oven

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Care should be taken when removing pans trays or dishes making contact with the back from the grill, i.e. use of oven gloves and by of the oven. To remove a shelf, pull forward making use of the removal grill pan handle.
  • Page 41 HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Dish Mark 1/4 - 1/2 90°C 110°C 130°C Very cool Meringues 110°C 130°C 150°C Cool Stewed fruit 120°C 140°C 160°C Cool Rich fruit cake, rice pudding 130°C 150°C 170°C Warm Baked custard, shortbread finger 140°C 160°C 185°C...

  • Page 42: Refrigerator

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Refrigerator Maintenance • In compliance with the applicable Operation regulations, please note that the gas unit The refrigerator is equipped to operate on and the connected ventilation ducts must three power modes: be checked by authorised technical •...
  • Page 43 HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Manual energy selection/automatic MES appliances ignition on MES: (manual energy selection) Electrical operation Fig 1 Fig 2 1 = Power ON/OFF switch 2 = Energy selector button 230V ~ To start the refrigerator, press button (1) for 2 3 = Energy selector button seconds.
  • Page 44 HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Setting of cooling compartment Fastening and releasing the door temperature lock when parking the vehicle If the vehicle is parked for a longer period of time, the locking hook may be clamped by means of a lockbar. The door may now be opened by just pulling it without need of pressing the locking button.
  • Page 45 HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Removable freezer compartment General advice • Switch the refrigerator on approximately 12 hours before filling it. • Always store pre-cooled foods in the refrigerator. Make sure that the food is well cooled when it is bought and also when transporting it.

  • Page 46: Defrosting

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Making ice cubes Switching off refrigerator • Press the MODE button to switch off. Keep button (A) pressed for two seconds. The display disappears and the appliance is fully switched off 1. Fill the ice cubes with drinking water. •...

  • Page 47: Winter Operation

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Winter operation 1. Check that the ventilation grills and the extractor have not been blocked by snow, leaves or similar. 2. When the ambient temperature falls below +8°C, the optional winter covers should be fitted. This protects the unit from excessively cold air.

  • Page 48: Alde Heating

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT ALDE HEATING G. MENU button Button for setting menu. Alde 3020 Control Panel H. On/Off button Shut down / turn on the boiler. From standby mode to setting menu When on standby, the indoor temperature is 3020 displayed and the outdoor temperature is displayed if an outdoor temperature sensor...
  • Page 49 HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Set the required temperature 1. Increase the quantity of warm water by pressing the + button. When activated The temperature can be set from +5ºC to the plus symbol changes colour to green. +30ºC in steps of 0.5ºC. Warm water is always available (50ºC) when the boiler is on 2.
  • Page 50 HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Heating with gas Do as follows to activate heating with gas. If both electricity and gas are selected, electricity is given priority. +22°C 2 kW Unlocking the tool menu It is possible to go from the setting menu to the tool menu.

  • Page 51: Whale Watermaster® Exterior Water Pump With Intelligent Control

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Whale Watermaster® Exterior Water The Whale Watermaster IC® Pump Controller Pump with Intelligent Control® is the yellow box located on the back of the Whale Watermaster® Socket. It automatically Your Elddis van has been fitted with the adjusts your pressure switch so that surges in Whale Watermaster®...
  • Page 52 HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Step Two: Insert plug into wall socket and close lid to lock into place. Figure 2a + b: Insert Plug into Whale Watermaster® Easi – Slide™ Socket Fig 2a + b: Insert Plug into Watermaster® Easi-SlideTM Socket Step Three: Adjust dust cover over opening in container.
  • Page 53 HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT To calibrate the Water System 5 easy steps to calibrate your Watermaster IC Pump ® Controller To ensure successful installation and optimum performance of the Watermaster® IC Unit, please follow these 5 simple steps. You must calibrate the system. Step 1 Press and hold the calibration button until the green LED starts to flash after 1-3 seconds...
  • Page 54 HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Maintenance Whale Watermaster® With Intelligent Control® is designed to be maintenance free and does not contain serviceable parts. Please note the IC Unit is enclosed and cannot be opened. This is to protect the electronics. Opening the unit will result in damage and may invalidate your warranty. A regular schedule of inspection is recommended at least twice a season, replacing components as required.
  • Page 55 HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT User Instructions Whale Watermaster® Exterior Water Pump Socket The Whale Watermaster® Easi – Slide™ Socket simply connects to the Whale Watermaster® with Easi – Push ™ Plug. It is designed for use in recreational vehicles to supply freshwater to caravans and motorhomes.
  • Page 56 HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT To disconnect the exterior water pump, release as shown below: Step Two - Pull plug to remove. Step One - Slide lid to unlock. Once the pump is removed, store it in a clean, dry place and close the socket lid. Handy Tip: When refilling your water container, the pump can be placed as shown to keep it clean.
  • Page 57 HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Troubleshooting Problem Possible Solutions Check at least one tap is open Check the battery condition Pump will not run Check the mains isolator switch is on - Watermaster® IC Check the pump isolatior switch is on has detected no Check the contacts in the plug and socket are clean and making contact water...

  • Page 58: Microwave

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT MICROWAVE Operation Procedure • Plug power supply cord into 230V AC 50Hz power outlet. • Press eco button until beep sounds and display is turned on. • After placing the food in a suitable container, open the oven door and put it on the glass tray.

  • Page 59: Battery Charger

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Wattage Output Chart The power level is set by pushing the Power button. The chart shows the display, the power level and the percentage of power. Push the Power button Power level (Display) Approximate Percentage of Power once P-HI 100%...

  • Page 60: Nuisance Alarms

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT TEST THE ALARM WEEKLY TO Cleaning your alarm ENSURE PROPER OPERATION. Your alarm should be cleaned at least once a Erratic or low sound coming from your alarm year. may indicate a defective alarm and it should To clean your alarm, remove it from the be returned for service.

  • Page 61: Carbon Monoxide Alarm

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM Switching on your CO alarm Note: Your CO alarm must be installed by a competent person using the following guidance: • Remove the batteries from the pack and insert them into the battery compartment. Make sure that you fit the batteries correctly to the polarity markings (+ or -) shown within the battery compartment.

  • Page 62: Carbon Monoxide Alarm Procedure

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT End-of-life - This alarm will chirp every 30 Maintenance of your alarm seconds with a red LED flash after at least 10 To keep your alarm in good working order: years operation to let you know it has •...

  • Page 63: Thetford Cassette C260 Toilet

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT THETFORD CASSETTE C260 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 Waste Pump-Out System your caravan bathroom, thanks to its s) Waste Holding Tank Multi-Level Indicator functional design which combines modern Flush-Water Tank Level Indicator (only if...
  • Page 64 HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Standard Optional features Control panel (with optional features) 8-29...

  • Page 65: Preparing For Use With Optional Features

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT safety catch. Close the access door and too full. Do not travel with water in the toilet lock it. Your Thetford toilet is now ready bowl. Failure to adhere to this notice may to use. result in water damage to your caravan.

  • Page 66: Emptying With Optional Features

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT 18. Push the handle back into its locked approximately 1.5 litres of waste left in position. Turn the emptying spout the tank. This is normal. Add 2 litres of upwards and remove the cap from the water and a correct dosage of Thetford spout.

  • Page 67: Waste Holding Tank

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Waste Holding Tank Cleaning and Maintenance for Optional Features To keep your Waste Holding Tank fresh and clean, Thetford has developed a number of Automatic Ventilation: The filter of the different toilet fluids. Thetford toilet fluids Automatic Ventilation needs to be suppress smells, reduce formation of gas, renewed periodically.

  • Page 68: Toilet Unit Malfunctions

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT access door. If the toilet is connected to ROOFLIGHTS the vehicle’s water tank, please follow Your caravan is fitted with at least one type of your vehicle’s instructions for draining the the following roof lights. central water system.

  • Page 69: Midi Heki Rooflight

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT To open in the intermediate position: • Remove any snow/ice or dirt before opening the roof. (i) Open the toggle catches on either side of the rooflight. • Do not open when it rains or when there is a strong wind.

  • Page 70: Mpk Rooflight

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT MPK Rooflight Fig 3 Fig 1 The flynet and the pleated blind can be operated together or separately. To open the Instructions rooflight dome both have to be opened. The rooflight can be raised to an opening WARNING: To avoid heat accumulation do angle, on one side, to a maximum of 70°...

  • Page 71: Windows

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT WINDOWS BLINDS & FLYSCREENS Your caravan will be fitted with either Blinds Polyplastic; Seitz framed windows, or a (i) Pull blind down by its centre catch. Do mixture of both. not pull down by one side of the blind. Polyplastic Window Opening This will inevitably lead to problems.

  • Page 72: Shower

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT SHOWER WARNING: The water temperature could be very high so do not lift the lever with Using your Caravan Shower the tap turned to the full left position. To safely enjoy showering in your new CAUTION: For winter storage and to prevent caravan, the following guidelines should be frost damage the tap swivel must be left in...

  • Page 73: Gas Locker Door

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT GAS LOCKER DOOR OTHER INTERNAL DOORS All caravan models are fitted with a gas strut Other internal doors such as the wardrobe supported door which will remain in the open and table storage locker are fitted with a 2- position without the need for a holding position button lock.

  • Page 74: Magnetic Catches

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT MAGNETIC CATCHES Magnetic catches work 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 the magnetic catch and open the...

  • Page 75: Bed Make-Up

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT BED MAKE-UP FRONT WRAP ROUND SEATING (Option) Parallel Lounge If you have purchased the wrap round seating option for your new caravan please note that the centre seat can be extended by the use of the locking mechanism which can be found under this seat.

  • Page 76: Removable Drawer Locker

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT REMOVABLE DRAWER LOCKER TELECO TV AERIAL To remove from the caravan, first locate the two retaining straps at the bottom rear of the unit, the straps are released by pulling away and down this releases the thumb catches. The locker can now be removed for storage.
  • Page 77 HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Fig 1 Gain Adjustement With the dB dial turned all the way clockwise, amplifier sensitivity will be at maximum and it is therefore able to receive the weakest signals. If, instead, the signals are very strong, there may be image overlap on the TV screen.

  • Page 78: How To Use Your Tv Aerial

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT HOW TO USE YOUR TV AERIAL TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Digital TV set-up guide Check aerial/radio fuse If there is no power, check the 5 amp fuse Connect aerial and power located within the PDU marked radio is in Fix the TV to a working order.
  • Page 79 HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT Note: Sometimes transmitters are being repaired or upgraded Go to: http://www.digitaluk.co.uk/help_and_advice/engineering_works Check if signal is OK that day / week. Check there are no obstructions Is the vehicle outside in an open space? Check that the vehicle has no obstructions: House lean to/canopy Trees (also blowing in the wind) House or other buildings...

  • Page 80: Protect - Autowatch Alarm System (Option Only)

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT PROTECT - AUTOWATCH ALARM Emergency Disarm SYSTEM (Option Only) Insert the touch-key briefly into the socket. Manufactured by Autowatch, the system is The alarm will turn off. designed to give years of trouble free Silent Arm and Disarm operation.

  • Page 81: Al-Ko Trailer - Control

    HOW TO USE YOUR CARAVAN’S EQUIPMENT AL-KO Trailer - Control AL-KO Automatic Trailer Control is an electronic control system that reacts quickly to maintain the stability of the car and caravan. The system continually monitors the stability of the caravan during a journey and operates when an unstable condition is encountered.

  • Page 82: Security

    Phantom Tracker as standard. your touring caravan is taken very seriously The Phantom ProActive Proiii is the at Compass. That is why we have provided a market leading GPS tracking device combination of standard features and specifically designed to meet all the optional extras designed to deter and prevent requirements for caravans.

  • Page 83: Al-Ko Secure Wheel Lock

    SECURITY AL-KO SECURE WHEEL LOCK operating instructions for general use. Follow the safety instructions as well as the warning You must register your key, should you fail to information. do this you will not be able to order a spare key or obtain lost or stolen keys.
  • Page 84 SECURITY Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Fig. 3 Fig. 4 Fig. 6 Fig. 5 Fig. 7 Fig. 8 Fig. 9 Fig. 10...

  • Page 85: Cris - The Caravan Registration And Identification Scheme

    SECURITY CRIS - THE CARAVAN WINDOW ETCHING & CHASSIS REGISTRATION AND MARKING IDENTIFICATION SCHEME CriS is the Central Registration & Identification Scheme that issues touring caravan registration documents, equivalent to that of the V5 registration document issued by the DVLA for cars. CRiS was established in 1992 by The NCC and provides a method of registering the ‘keeper’...

  • Page 86: Electronic Tagging

    SECURITY ELECTRONIC TAGGING In conjunction with the CriS registration scheme, all Compass touring caravans are electronically tagged during manufacture for added security and to ease vehicle identification. The security tag containing the individual identity of your caravan is concealed within the caravan body and can only be read by using a special decoder.
  • Page 87 SECURITY...

  • Page 88: Care Of Your Caravan

    CARE OF YOUR CARAVAN CARE INSTRUCTIONS FOR SEITZ CARE OF YOUR CARAVAN ROOFLIGHTS This section of the guide is devoted to the Clean the acrylic rooflight with soap suds and care, cleaning and general preservation of plenty of water, or use the Seitz special your caravan in order to retain its showroom cleaner.

  • Page 89: Soft Furnishings

    CARE OF YOUR CARAVAN SOFT FURNISHINGS remove soiling and keeping the pile aligned. The appearance is better maintained if the Carpets carpet is vacuumed leaving the pile in the What to do in the event of a spillage same direction as it was manufactured. Don’t A little common sense has to come into play forget to vacuum the stairs frequently using here when a liquid spillage occurs it should...

  • Page 90: Winterisation And Storage

    CARE OF YOUR CARAVAN best removed by wiping footwear well or fabric. If snags do occur, carefully cut off the removing outdoor shoes at the door. It is loose ends with scissors or tuck back in - do easier to keep soiling out than to remove it not pull them under any circumstances.

  • Page 91: Thetford Toilet

    (vi) External containers should be inverted Please note: Suitable sterilising chemicals whilst stored overnight (if possible). are available from your Compass Retailer, (vii) Containers must be filled with mains accessory shop, chemists, or home-brew water only and mains water only should shops.

  • Page 92: Chassis Mounted Spare Wheel Carrier

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

  • Page 93: Jacking

    CARE OF YOUR CARAVAN The corner steadies must not be used to jack should be tightened gradually in up the caravan. They can be lowered to sequence. Do not over tighten at this touch the ground only as a safety measure to point as the final tightening should be stabilise the caravan.

  • Page 94: The Alko Caravan Chassis

    CARE OF YOUR CARAVAN THE ALKO CARAVAN CHASSIS galvanising spray obtainable from vehicle accessory outlets. Chassis members Damage to chassis members through impact The recommended tow vehicle coupling etc. must not be straightened or welded. height is 415 +/- 35mm from the ground to Damaged chassis members must be the centre of the ball.

  • Page 95: Operating Instructions

    CARE OF YOUR CARAVAN Operating instructions Stabiliser Unit: • To operate the Stabiliser (once coupled to the towball), simple press the stabiliser lever down as far as it will go (Fig. 4/Item Fig 1 Coupling handle (Fig. 1/Item 1), Stabiliser Fig 4 Lever (Fig.
  • Page 96 CARE OF YOUR CARAVAN 3) Close Stabiliser lever until resistance is Noises whilst driving felt (ie friction pads are in contact with the As a rule, the friction pads of the AKS 3004 ball but not yet under pressure). do not make a noise during driving. Any 4) If the arrow on the arm (Fig.

  • Page 97: Braking System Adjustment

    CARE OF YOUR CARAVAN Overrunning device Jockey wheel The device housing is packed with grease on Lubricate wheel and screw thread periodically assembly, but will require periodic with grease. maintenance to ensure smooth operation of Brake linkage the braking system. All moving parts should be lubricated 1) Regrease the shaft bearings via the periodically to ensure their satisfactory...
  • Page 98 CARE OF YOUR CARAVAN pulled out it should extend between 5 and 8 mm (Fig. 8). (On tandem axles a double abutment is fitted to the front axle only). • Repeat for other wheel or wheels. • On tandem axles the brake cables from the rear axle should pass over this axle and cross over each other...
  • Page 99 CARE OF YOUR CARAVAN calibrated Torque Wrench to 130 Nm Chassis Lubrication Points (Newton Metres) (118 lb-ft) - on all M12 wheel bolts - in sequence, i.e. North, South, East, West not clock or anticlockwise. WARNING: The torque settings should be rechecked after 50km / 30 miles.

  • Page 100: Storage

    STORAGE Caravan covers may be used to protect your LONG TERM & WINTER STORAGE new Compass caravan provided that the If the caravan is to be stored for any length of cover used is of a breathable type. time, especially over the winter period, the...
  • Page 101 STORAGE 11-2...

  • Page 102: Caravan Warranty Cover

    WARRANTY CARAVAN WARRANTY Ten year body integrity warranty COVER Explorer Group products are covered against water ingress damage for 10 years from the Introduction original date of purchase of a new product. (6 At Explorer Group we are confident that our years for subsequent owners from the 1st new caravans are engineered using the latest owners original date of purchase).
  • Page 103 WARRANTY Notification of Change to Name and • The Policy is not retrospective and is Address form. applicable to 2012 model year caravans onwards. • The caravan must have an annual service and damp check carried out by • No liability will be accepted for any an Approved Explorer Group Retailer or consequential loss, damage, costs, Service Centre.

  • Page 104: Non Warranty Repairs

    WARRANTY Transfer of ownership NON WARRANTY REPAIRS If you purchase this vehicle as a used vehicle Should you require any replacement parts for it may be possible to transfer the unexpired your caravan it is necessary that you contact term of the warranty cover (up to a maximum the Retailer from whom you purchased the of six years commencing at the original date caravan or any Explorer Group approved...
  • Page 105 WARRANTY 12-4...

  • Page 106: Caravan Construction - Main Components

    More comprehensive descriptions can be INSULATION found in the equipment manufacturers Compass caravans are built to comply with literature held in the Owner’s Information grade 3 thermals insulation in accordance Pack. with the European Standard BSEN 1645 part 1.
  • Page 107 CARAVAN CONSTRUCTION 13-2...

  • Page 108: Equipment List

    EQUIPMENT LIST EQUIPMENT LIST RALLYE CHASSIS ALKO SPACE HEATER ALDE COMBI 3020 WATER HEATER ALDE COMBI 3020 THETFORD ASPIRE 2 GRILL THETFORD ASPIRE 2 COOKER THETFORD ASPIRE 2 REFRIGERATOR DOMETIC RMS8551 (SINGLE) RMSL8501 (TWIN) MICROWAVE DAEWOO TAPS CARAFAX MIXER TAP L240/L120...
  • Page 109 EQUIPMENT LIST 14-2...

  • Page 110: Wiring Diagram - Rallye

    ELECTRICAL DRAWINGS WIRING DIAGRAM - RALLYE 15-1...

  • Page 111: Road Lights - Rallye

    ELECTRICAL DRAWINGS ROAD LIGHTS - RALLYE 15-2...

  • Page 112: General Questions

    Q: How Can I Avoid Excessive Caravan Snaking When I Tow And What Should I Do If It Starts? A: Compass 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 113 Q. How Many Years Will Spare Parts Be Available For My Caravan? A. Compass will endeavour to supply spare parts for a caravan, for at least 8 years from new. Q. What If The Parts Are No Longer Available? A.

  • Page 114: Glossary

    GLOSSARY Bunk Bed GLOSSARY This is a sleeping place, usually higher up 13 pin plug than a conventional bed. Often (but not The plug used to connect the caravans always) this can be folded or removed to electrical system to your towing vehicle to provide additional living space.
  • Page 115 GLOSSARY Coupling Head - See hitch. Grey Water This is the waste water from sink/shower. CRiS This is the Caravan Registration and Gross Train Weight Identification Scheme. It is a voluntary This is also known as Combined Weight. The scheme which registers caravans in a similar maximum permitted weight of an outfit as manner to how motor vehicles are registered.
  • Page 116 GLOSSARY Kerb Weight NCC (National Caravan Council) This is the empty weight of a motor vehicle The only trade association representing as defined by the manufacturer. manufacturers, retailers and suppliers within the caravan industry. Layout Nose weight This is the interior design and details where furniture units are placed in relation to each The weight exerted on the tow bar.
  • Page 117 GLOSSARY Gas Regulator Towing Limit Safety device fitted between the gas cylinder See manufacturer’s braked towing limit and and the gas system of a caravan, which manufacturer’s unbraked towing limit. controls the pressure of gas being released Towing Mirrors from the cylinder. Additional rear vision mirrors added to a Road Lights towing vehicle to provide a greater width of...

  • Page 118: Service Documents

    SERVICE DOCUMENTS SERVICE DOCUMENTS TOURING CARAVANS - ANNUAL SERVICE RECORD In order to ensure your warranty remains valid an annual service must be carried out in accordance with the requirements of this handbook. You are responsible for any charges incurred for the service of your vehicle. If the annual service is performed by an authorised Elddis Approved Retailer / Service Centre or NCC Approved Workshop then The Explorer Group Ltd deems that the service has been performed correctly.
  • Page 119 SERVICE DOCUMENTS UNDERBODY (Caravans Only) (continued) Item Condition Remove brake drums - clean & check hub bearings & seals Clean brake shoes & check condition (incl. springs and expanders) Brake rods, cables & supports-check operation, lubricate and adjust Refit brake drums – fit new hub nuts and torque to manufacturers settings, adjust brakes &...
  • Page 120 SERVICE DOCUMENTS APPLIANCES (check gas and electric operation) Item Condition Fridge - check operation from 12V, 230V & gas Hob - check operation Oven - check operation Grill and fan - check operation Fridge - check operation Water boiler – Check operation Heater - check operation and top up header tank with anti-freeze (where applicable), bleed as necessary WATER SYSTEM...
  • Page 121 SERVICE DOCUMENTS BODYWORK Item Condition Doors and windows - check all catches are present and operating correctly. Blinds and flyscreens - check condition and operation Roof - check condition of roof. Cab seats - check condition of the seats and seats belts Floor - check condition of floor Furniture - check condition of the furniture Damp Test - undertake a damp test and record all readings taken.
  • Page 122 SERVICE DOCUMENTS 5th SERVICE 6th SERVICE DATE: DATE: RETAILERS STAMP: RETAILERS STAMP: I/We certify that an annual service has I/We certify that an annual service has been carried out in accordance with the been carried out in accordance with the manufacturers’...
  • Page 123 SERVICE DOCUMENTS 13th SERVICE 14th SERVICE DATE: DATE: RETAILERS STAMP: RETAILERS STAMP: I/We certify that an annual service has I/We certify that an annual service has been carried out in accordance with the been carried out in accordance with the manufacturers’...

  • Page 124: Notification Of Change Of Ownership

    * In order for you warranty to remain valid, your caravan must have been serviced annually by an Approved Retailer / Service Centre, NCC Approved Workshop or NCC equivalent standard as set out in this handbook. ❑ If you do not want to receive information about products and services from Compass, please tick. 19-1...
  • Page 125 CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP 19-2...

  • Page 126: Notification Of Change To Name And Address

    Daytime telephone number: ........Date of purchase: ........Email: ............................. Details of your Caravan: Range: ..............Model: ............. Vehicle identification number (17 digits): ..................❑ If you do not want to receive information about products and services from Compass, please tick. 20-1...
  • Page 127 CHANGE OF ADDRESS 20-2...

  • Page 128: Useful Addresses

    USEFUL ADDRESSES USEFUL ADDRESSES AL-KO (Chassis Supplier) South Warwickshire Business Park Kineton Road, Southam Warwickshire, CV47 0AL Fax: 01926 818562 email: mail@al-ko.co.uk Thetford Ltd (Hobs, Grill, Oven and Toilet supplier) Unit 19, Oakham Drive Parkwood Industrial Estate Rutland Road, Sheffield, S3 9QX Tel: 0114 273 8157 Fax: 0114 5753094 email: infogb@thetford.eu...
  • Page 129 USEFUL ADDRESSES 21-2...

  • Page 130: Index

    INDEX INDEX Tyres ........10-5 Window Blinds & Flyscreens 10-1 Alarm Care of your caravan Autowatch Alarm System Changing a Wheel ....10-5 (Option only) ..... 8-45 Charging System ......7-2 ATC (Automatic Trailer Control) 8-46 Code of Practice Automatic Charging System..7-2 Remedial Work .....
  • Page 131 Refrigerator ........ 8-7 Reversing ........4-1 Leveller Jack ......5-1 Road Lights Levelling, front & back ....5-1 Rallye ........15-2 Levelling, side to side ....5-1 Rooflights ......... 8-33 Loading ........3-1 Safety, general ......2-1 Mains Unit ........7-1 Seating (wrap round) ....
  • Page 132 INDEX Ventilation ........2-2 Water System ......6-7 Whale IC System with High Flow Pump ....6-7 Wheel Changing ....... 10-5 Wheel Lock ........ 9-2 Windows ........8-36 Wiring Diagrams Rallye ........15-1 22-3...
  • Page 133 INDEX © Designed and Printed by Preset Graphics Ltd. Tel: 01332 549278. (MY2016. Ref: 21436) 22-4...
  • Page 134 , t t • : e l • u l l v i t c i f s l i c i f e l i y t i e i l COMPASS RALLYE - MODEL YEAR 2016...

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