Technical information

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Chapter 4 CARAVAN EQUIPMENT
Operation : Type AK 10/2 – AK 300 Coupling Head
Lift locking trigger (AK 10/2), and lift handle upward and forward. Place
the unlocked coupling onto the towing ball and with the slightest
downward pressure it will lock onto the ball automatically. Ensure locking
trigger returns to its free position before commencing to tow.
Secondary braking (Breakaway cable)
The cable should be connected to the towbar close to the towball, not the
towball unless no alternative fixing is available.
Uncoupling
Having lowered the jockey wheel to the ground, operate the handle as
previously described. Lift the coupling clear of the towing ball either
manually or by operating the telescopic jockey wheel.
Caution: If the nose of the caravan is lifted manually the locking trigger (AK
160) must be engaged first and the handle lifted forward.
Brake drum/hub assembly
The Euro Axle fitted to your Bailey caravan comes complete with
maintenance-free wheel bearings greased and serviced for life.
Adjustment is not required during the design life of the sealed bearing
(100,000 km).
Warning: If replacement of the brake drum or shoes is required, this
must be carried out by authorised AL-KO Service Centres. Specialist
tools and equipment are required. The rear hexagonal bolt covered by
a black plastic cover must NEVER be touched.
THE ALKO CARAVAN CHASSIS (continued)