Instruction manual

Before the Journey 3
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3 Before the Journey
Chapter Overview
This chapter contains important instructions which should be noted before beginning commencing
your journey or carrying out any tasks before the journey.
The instructions address the following topics:
first journey
connecting and detaching to the vehicle
caravan coupling
calculating the payload
correct loading of the caravan
retracting and extending the entrance step
At the end of the chapter there is a checklist which once again summarises the most important
points.
3.1 First Journey
The caravan is supplied with a set of keys. Always deposit a reserve key outside the caravan. Make
a note of the key number. The ERIBA dealer is able to offer assistance in case of loss. Further in-
formation in chapter 12.
3.2 Connecting
> During the initial journey, re-tighten the wheel bolts after 50 km (30 miles). Subse-
quently inspect them at regular intervals in order to ensure that they are firmly seated.
See chapter 13 for tightening torque.
> Check whether the road light system of the towing vehicle corresponds to that of the
caravan (see chapter 8), and whether a nominal voltage of 12 V is provided by the
towing vehicle.
There is a risk of accidents and injury when connecting a caravan. Therefore, exer-
cise care when connecting the caravan to the towing vehicle.
No persons are to be between the towing vehicle and the caravan during positioning
for connecting.
> Caravan with an overrun brake: Do not connect or detach caravan with the overrun
brake on.
> Caravan coupling with detachable ball neck: If the ball neck is installed incorrectly,
there is danger of the trailer breaking away. Observe the instruction manual issued by
the caravan coupling manufacturer.
> Observe the permissible nose weight and rear axles load of the towing vehicle. Nose
weight and rear axle load must not be exceeded. The values of the nose weight and
rear axle load are included in the documents of the towing vehicle and the caravan.
> In order to connect the caravan place the supporting jockey wheel on the ground.
> Do not use the stabilising lever as a maneuvering aid.