Operation Manual

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2 Caravan - 11-06 - DET-0030-05E
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Before the journey
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The payload arrangement recommended cannot be adhered to consequently
as the storage facilities are to be found throughout the complete caravan.
Ensure that heavy items are close to the axles and the lower area, i.e. directly
above the vehicle floor. Store heavy objects (awning, tin cans, etc.), if pos-
sible, in the towing vehicle.
Incorrectly loaded Loads stored apart from each other (Fig. 4) lead to inclination to skid. Roof
loads impair the driving characteristics and move the centre of gravity
upwards. This increases the inclination to skid.
Correctly loaded Do not store heavy objects such as awnings, tin cans, etc. in the caravan but
rather in the towing vehicle. Secure bicycles on the roof of the towing vehicle.
Store all loads close to the axle (Fig. 5).
4.6.4 Caravan load, nose weight and axle load
For vehicles with tandem axles, distribute the weight centre over both
axles.
Fig. 4 Incorrect weight distribution
Fig. 5 Correct weight distribution
If the caravan is approved for a top speed of 100 km/h, always set the
maximum possible nose weight.
The information on the towing vehicle documents is important for the selec-
tion of the car and caravan.