Operating instructions

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Please take care that you have allowed for the
weight of all items you intend to load into the
caravan.
Noseweight
It is recommended that the noseweight should be
varied to nd the optimum for towing dependent
upon the actual laden weight of the caravan.
Experience has shown that the noseweight should
be approximately 7% of the actual laden weight
(i.e. between 50 and 100kg). However, this
may be limited by the towing vehicle or caravan
manufacturer’s limit noseweight. Check with the
car and caravan handbook, or consult your retailer.
The upper limit for the caravan coupling head is
100Kg.
Hitching Up
Before hitching up the vehicle always check the
following:
1. All wheel bolts are tightened to the correct
torque. For the alloy wheels tted to the Unicorn
range the bolts should be tightened to a torque
130Nm (Newton Metres) For the steel spare
wheel supplied with the caravan the wheel bolts
should be tightened to 120Nm.
2. Inspect all wheels and tyres for signs of
deterioration or damage.
3. Tyre pressures are correct according to the
service handbook (remember to check the
spare as well.)
4. Ensure all loose articles are stowed securely.
Do not store heavy items in roof lockers.
Televisions and other heavy items must
always be secured at oor level when
towing.
5. All lockers and cupboard doors are closed and
secured.
6. All bunks are secure.
7. All rooights, extractor fans and sunroofs are
closed and secured.
8. Tables are secured in their transit position.
9. Fridge is on 12v operation and the door lock is
set (if required)
10. All windows are fully closed and latched. Never
tow with windows on night setting.
11. Gas cylinders are correctly positioned, secured
and turned off, the gas box is shut and locked.
Ensure no loose items are stored in the gas box and
it is not ‘overstuffed’ with equipment, as this may
cause impact damage to the inside of the panel.
12. Battery strap is connected and the battery is
secure.
13. All external doors, aps and
ventilation ducts are closed and secure
with their relevant covers in place.
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