Operation Manual

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4 Caravan - 11-06 - DET-0030-05E
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Before the journey
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4.6.5 Roof load
4.6.6 Loading via the drive-on ramp
Access the roof only when a roof rail has been fitted. Always use the
ladder at the rear to climb onto the roof.
Only climb the ladder if the rear corner steadies have been extended or
if the caravan is connected to the towing vehicle or if the caravan has
been secured against tilting to the back. Otherwise the caravan can tip
over to the back. Danger of falling!
Take care when stepping onto the ladder. There is danger of slipping
when the ladder is moist or icy.
Take care when stepping onto the roof. There is danger of slipping when
the roof is moist or icy.
Do not overload the roof. Road behaviour and brake reaction deteriorate
as the roof load increases.
If the vehicle is equipped with a roof rail, load racks can be mounted on the
roof rail for roof loads (e.g. for surfboards, rubber boats or light canoes).
Special girder systems are available as accessory. Your Dethleffs dealer
will be pleased to advise you.
The maximum permissible roof load is 50 kg.
The vehicle roof is not suitable for localised load. Before stepping on to the
roof, extensively cover the area you will be treading on. Materials with a
smooth or soft surface are suitable, for example, a thick polystyrene panel.
Secure roof loads with tension belts. Do not use rubber expanders.
Observe the overall height of the vehicle when the roof rack is loaded.
A clearly visible notice stating the overall height should be attached to the
towing vehicle. This eliminates the need for calculations at bridges and
thoroughfares.
Push in fully the drive-on ramp and lock it into place before commencing
the journey.
Only step on the drive-on ramp if it has been fully pulled out and rests on
the ground.
Only step on the drive-on ramp if the rear corner steadies have been
extended or if the caravan is connected to the towing vehicle or if the
caravan is supported at the rear to prevent it from tilting. Otherwise the
caravan can tip over to the back. Danger of falling!
Be careful when stepping onto the drive-on ramp. There is danger of
slipping if the drive-on ramp is wet or icy.
Observe the permissible axle loads and maximum permissible gross
weight when loading the vehicle via the drive-on ramp.
Do not fall below the minimum nose weight.