Owners Handbook 2005 Touring Caravans
Contents WELCOME & INTRODUCTION GENERAL SAFETY PREPARING FOR THE ROAD Loading Pre-Tow Checklist & Hitch Up Towing & Driving SITE ARRIVAL CONNECTING SERVICES Water Gas Electricity SAFETY Ventilation Fire Safety SECURITY EQUIPMENT USE Control Panels Pressurised Water Systems CUSTOMER OBLIGATION Refrigerator Servicing Oven, Hob & Grill CARAVAN CONSTRUCTION Smoke Alarm Main Components Thetford Cassette Toilet EQUIPMENT LISTS Air Conditioning ELECTRICAL WIRING DIAGRAMS Rooflights Windows Blinds & Fl
Welcome & Introduction WELCOME & INTRODUCTION Congratulations on choosing an Explorer Group Touring Caravan. This Owner's Handbook has been prepared for your guidance to help you derive the greatest amount of pleasure from the use of your caravan and your leisure time. We strongly recommend that you read this guide thoroughly so that you are fully conversant with all the caravan's features, equipment and systems.
General Safety In order for you to get the most out of your new Explorer Group caravan it is necessary for you to be aware of the following. 1. Do not obstruct ventilators. 2. Inspect the flexible gas hose regularly for deterioration and renew as necessary, with approved type, and in any case no later than the expiry date stated on the hose. 3.
Preparing For The Road PREPARING FOR THE ROAD • Do not stow tins, bottles or heavy items in overhead lockers when towing. Before venturing out on to the road with your touring caravan, it is important that you prepare correctly. • Loose articles should be stowed securely to avoid movement and possible damage. LOADING Always lower and secure the jockey wheel and the four corner steadies with the brace provided before entering the caravan.
• Reverse the car up to the caravan or, in the case of a small caravan, manoeuvre the caravan up to the car's tow ball. The support load and possible additional loading of the drawbar serves to cause the ball coupling to close automatically and the side securing lugs (1) are parallel in relation to the securing surfaces on the housing • Make sure the jockey wheel height is sufficient for the hitch head to clear the towing vehicles tow ball.
Preparing For The Road Switching the stabiliser off - Pull the operating lever slowly upwards in order to turn off the stabiliser. If not used for any lengthy period of time the caravan should be parked with the ball coupling closed. For this purpose, lift up the open operating lever and at same time pull the ball socket (movable element with friction pad (Fig 8 Arrangement of the Friction Pads - BPW Booklet) forward or press the safety ball into the ball space and slowly close the operating lever.
should be parallel to the direction of travel at all times (locate the jockey wheel into the cut out provided in the aframe faring). Construction - Usually a thin steel cable, possibly plastic coated, and fitted with a means of attachment to connect to the towing vehicle. • Secure the breakaway cable to the traction vehicle.
Preparing For The Road OTHER MEANS OF ATTACHMENT Alternatively, it may be possible to attach the cable assembly to a permanent part of the tow bar structure with the approval of the tow bar supplier, or to an accessory sold for the purposes of breakaway cable attachment. WHEN THE BREAKAWAY CABLE IS ATTACHED CHECK TO ENSURE • That the cable cannot snag in use on the caravan hitch, jockey wheel or any accessories e.g. a stabiliser, bumper shield, cycle carrier etc.
TOWING AND DRIVING SETTING OFF Let the clutch in smoothly. Allow more engine speed to produce the power to move the additional weight of the caravan. Please also refer to The Caravan Towing Code which is included in your Owner’s Information Pack. Avoid wear and tear on clutch and transmission by taking extra care. REVERSING It is advisable to have a second person available when reversing the caravan. Start practising by choosing a left-hand bend for ease.
Site Arrival SITE ARRIVAL CHECK SITE REGULATIONS On arrival at a camp site, you should always check the site regulations. This will help avoid any unnecessary conflict with site management and other site users. SELECTING A PITCH Carefully select where you wish to place your caravan. The site should be as level as possible, preferably not under or near trees, well drained and away from possible boggy areas. Consider how you will move the caravan when it is time to leave the site.
FRONT & BACK OR FORE & AFT LEVELING This should be done only when the lateral leveling is complete. PARKING ON A REVERSE-SLOPING SITE OR STEEP HILL For successful parking on a reverse slope or steep hill, the operator need only apply the handbrake with one hand while gently but purposely inching the caravan a small distance backwards with the other.
Connecting Services WATER WATER PUMP CONNECTION The pump system has been designed so that it can not be fitted incorrectly. Place a suitable waste water container e.g. Wastemaster, under the main drain outlet. RAISE THE LID AND CLEAN BOTH THE WATER SOCKET AND THE PLUG OF THE PUMP ASSEMBLY. Prior to operation of the water heater, ensure water is flowing from the hot tap.
To remove the pump assembly from the water inlet, release the security clips and pull the hose adaptor by using the finger grips provided. 4. To change the filter cartridge. Turn the cartridge anti clockwise to remove. 5. Ensure that the new cartridge is fully tightened in the holder. If the cartridge is difficult to fit smear the ring with vegetable oil. c.
Connecting Services TRUMA CRYSTAL - HOW TO PREPARE YOUR WATER SYSTEM FOR WINTER USE During winter caravanning it is desirable to keep the water container within the caravan to prevent freezing. This can be achieved by fitting a Compact Housing unit inside the caravan in a location where it is convenient to store a Container, e.g. the washroom or under the sink etc. This should only be done by an Approved Explorer Retailer or Service Centre as your warranty will be affected. TRUMA CRYSTAL - NOTES 1.
HOW TO USE A WATERLINE WITH THE INBOARD WATER TANK 1. Place the pump switch on the control panel to the 0 position. 2. Place tap next to the tank into the centre position. See diagram below. Pipe Tap Pipe Connecting Services Explorer Group 2005 Touring Caravan Handbook 3. Connect waterline to water inlet on side of caravan. 4. Turn on waterline 5. While the waterline is in use the pump switch on the control panel must remain in the 0 position. 6.
Connecting Services DRAINING DOWN YOUR WATER SYSTEM 1. It is essential that you drain down your caravan water system when it is not in use. This is most important during winter months to protect against frost damage. 2. Disconnect the water pump and switch of power supply. 3. Remove the water heater fuse from the switch spur and store in a safe place. 4. Open the safety drain valve on the water heater located next to the water heater. 5. Open all taps and remove all plugs from sinks and showers.
GAS Your caravan is designed to operate using either propane or butane liquefied petroleum gas at 30M/bar. Gas can be obtained from your caravan dealer. Your caravan is designed to accept a maximum 2 x 7.5kg gas bottles. TYPES OF GAS BUTANE Butane is supplied in the U.K. in Green or Blue bottles. All these have a male left hand thread except for Camping Gaz, which has a special female right hand, Calor 7.5 kg bottles have a special clip-on connection.
Connecting Services Each gas Appliance is connected to its own gas isolation tap. These are identified on the tap via a label. Below is a key to identify each label. To operate the tap the Arrow on the tap shows the direction of flow for the gas. The arrow should be pointing towards the appliance for the appliance to operate.
LPG GAS SYSTEM The Explorer Group does not recommend the use of any external cylinders. All cylinders in use should be within the gas locker provided. If you wish to utilise a larger cylinder and have this outside the gas locker then the connecting hose must not exceed 750mm. GAS BARBECUE POINT Your caravan may be fitted with a gas barbecue point. It is recommended that no flammable material is stored or placed with 300mm of any open flame.
Connecting Services ELECTRICITY off by ensuring your caravan mains isolating switch on the MCB is in the 'OFF' position. ELECTRICITY MAINS SUPPLY Your caravan's main electrical installation is designed to run on a 230v 50hz AC supply. 6. The MCB main electricity supply switch should be put in the 'ON' position. 7. Check the Residual Current Device is working be pressing the test button. Reset, and then check the refrigerator and water heater are switched to mains operation.
OVERSEAS ELECTRICAL CONNECTION NOTE: Connection to a mains voltage supply OVERSEAS requires particular attention. MALE CABLE PLUG Care must be taken when connecting supplies abroad since the supplies can be of REVERSE POLARITY. The significance of REVERSE POLARITY is that when equipment is switched off, it may not be electrically isolated. The only certain way of making equipment safe is to unplug it. A means of checking the polarity of the mains supply when overseas is useful.
Connecting Services BATTERY INSTALLATION If you wish to install a leisure battery please ensure that it is placed on the battery tray supplied with your caravan. Then place the tray in the battery locker fitted to the side of your caravan. Connect the battery to the clamp fittings connected to the connection leads within the battery box. The Explorer Group recommends that you use sealed for life leisure batteries of a minimum rating off 40 ampere-hours at 20h discharge rate.
provides a maximum output of 10 amps and on some continental sites the available output may be as low as 5 amps. If your loading exceeds the site supply it may trip the site circuit breaker. Please check the available mains output with your site operator. The following items need to be added together if used simultaneously. 230V Mains equipment typical consumption figures: RESETING THE RCD To re-set, operate the switch as for MCBs.
Safety VENTILATION All caravans manufactured by the Explorer Group Limited are ventilated at both high and low level in accordance with BSEN 721 Safety Ventilation. The fixed ventilation points fitted in your caravan must not be blocked under any circumstances as your safety may depend upon them. It is advisable that the fixed ventilation points are checked and cleaned (where necessary) on a regular basis. HIGH-LEVEL VENTILATION This is always provided by fixed ventilation within the fitted roof skylight.
FIRE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS It is recommended that a 1 kg (2lb) minimum capacity dry powder fire extinguisher be carried inside your caravan at all times. A fat pan fire must not have an extinguisher aimed at it, but must be smothered with a fire blanket. IN CASE OF FIRE 1. Get everyone out of the caravan as quickly as possible using whichever exit is quickest including windows. Do not stop to collect any personal items.
Security Theft Deterrant, Prevention and Security of Your Touring Caravan Security of your touring caravan is taken very seriously at The Explorer Group. That is why we have provided a combination of standard features and optional extras designed to deter and prevent thieves from stealing your property. And in the unlikely event that they should succeed, aid the identification and speedy recovery of your property and assist in the prosecution of the thief.
Explorer Group 2005 Touring Caravan Handbook The rear corner steadies on all Explorer touring caravans have a special cowling that allows for the precise positioning of a security bolt. Once the corner steadies are down, the bolt is put in place and padlocked. This prevents the potential thief from being able to lift the corner steadies making it extremely difficult to tow the vehicle away. owners are advised to purchase good quality, extended loop padlocks in order to secure them.
Security If you do not receive a Touring Caravan Registration Document, lose it, or any of the details recorded are incorrect, please contact: CRIS - Dolphin House, New Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2TB Telephone: 01722 411430 ELECTRONIC TAGGING In conjunction with the CRiS registration scheme, all Explorer touring caravans are electronically tagged during manufacture for added security and ease vehicle identification.
• All sensors triggered will result in siren sounding for 30 seconds, • Or until reset by arm/disarm button. pressing the DISARMING THE SYSTEM. • Briefly press the (large) arm/disarm button. • Double chirp. • Awning light illuminates briefly on and off and then on again for 30 seconds. • LED off. PANIC ALARM. • Press and hold the small panic button on the transmitter for two seconds. • The siren will sound for thirty seconds, unless reset by pressing any of the transmitter buttons. EMERGENCY DISARM.
Security periodically to ensure they are working. If the battery in the sensor is low the tone will change to a low frequency tone as a warning. Note that a PIR will not transmit within 20 seconds of the last trigger to conserve battery power. Ensure that you wait for at least this time before testing the sensor again. Arm the alarm with a long push on the arm/disarm button. "On" indication will be followed by the test mode tone. LED will illuminate permanently.
Insert the original touch-key, a double beep will confirm that the code has been stored. The LED will flash rapidly again and additional sensors, transmitters or touchkeys can be introduced Make sure that you install the new batteries correctly (avoid reversing the polarity). The LED will flash rapidly again and additional transmitters or touch-keys can be introduced. To exit learn mode briefly insert the touchkey used to enter program mode, or wait for 15 seconds.
Security REMOTE TRANSMITTER. REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTERS (two supplied) LARGE BUTTON (arm/ disarm, etc.) SMALL BUTTON (remote ‘panic’, etc.) batteries, observing the correct polarity as marked on the inside of the remote casing. DO NOT LEAVE BATTERY REPLACEMENT TO THE LAST MOMENT. BATTERY LOW INDICATION. The LED on the touch-key receptacle will indicate battery low while the alarm is off. One flash - main caravan battery is low.
Equipment Use CONTROL PANELS This unit also contains a 12v socket and TV aerial connection. A mains 230v socket is also fitted to this unit. ELECTRICAL CONTROL PANELS Your Explorer Group Touring caravan will be fitted with one of the following electrical control panels. The Avanté and Corona are also fitted with a 12V master switch, which is positioned near the exterior door.
CRUSADER & RALLYE TWIN AXLE & ALL BUCCANEER MODELS Crusader Black - Rallye & Buccaneer Biege SPACE HEATER AND WATER HEATER CONTROLS This unit contains both the controls for the Ultraheat space heater and the Ultrastore water heater. Full details on how to operate the Ultraheat space heater and the Ultrastore water heater are contained in the Truma manuals supplied within your Owner's Information Pack and under the relevant section of this handbook.
Equipment Use TRUMA SPACE HEATER Your caravan is fitted with a Truma space heater. Heater operation is basically possible with gas only, electricity only or simultaneously with electricity and gas. When used simultaneously the electrical unit will switch itself off before overheating occurs as a result of the stronger gas burner.
c = Pressure igniter (model Trumatic S 3002 P) d = Automatic ignition device with battery compartment (model Trumatic S 3002/S 5002) e = Remote ignition display (special accessory) f = Window to check flame g = Thermostat sensor h = Name plate (remove cover) GAS HEATER - OPERATION WITH THE PIEZO IGNITOR (S 3002 P ONLY) 1. Turn on gas cylinder and open quickacting valve in the gas supply line. operating the piezo ignitor rapidly until the flame ignites. 3.
Equipment Use If there is air in the gas supply line, it can take up to two minutes until there is gas available for combustion. During this time hold the control knob down until the flame lights. 3. To ensure even end rapid warm air distribution as wel as lower surface temperatures on the heating unit, we recommend that you operate the heater with a running - Trumavent warm air system.
ELECTRIC HEATER - SWITCHING ON Before switching on, ensure that the fuse protection for the power supply of the camp site is sufficient for the selected power setting (b) (see Technical Data provided in the Owners Information Pack) Important: The electric supply cable for the caravan must be fully unwound with any excess stored uncoiled to prevent overheating. Please note: Your Truma Space Heater front is now attached using 2 screws. These screws must be removed prior to removal of the Space Heater front.
Equipment Use TAPS KITCHEN TAPS. Your new Explorer Group Caravan will be fitted with the Reich Trend mixer tap. OPERATION For correct operation of the tap swivel the spout to the desired position over the sink. Lift the control lever to activate the pump and allow water to flow simultaneously. To adjust the temperature, swivel the lever to the left to increase the temperature and to the right to reduce the temperature. 42 BATHROOM TAPS AND SHOWERS.
AVANTÉ AND CORONA The Avanté and Corona caravan will be fitted with either the Whale Elegance tap and shower combination tap or (those models with tip-up sink basins) a separate Whale Elegance tap and Whale Elegance shower unit. Equipment Use Explorer Group 2005 Touring Caravan Handbook OPERATION These taps are operated by turning the separate hot and cold taps. To get the desired water temperature turn on both hot and cold taps. PLEASE NOTE A.
Equipment Use REFRIGERATOR OVEN HOB & GRILL For full operational instructions for your particular fridge, refer to refrigerator manufacturer's instructions supplied with the appliance. For full operational instructions, refer to oven or hob & grill manufacturer's instructions supplied with the appliance. When the caravan is on tow, the refrigerator should only be operated electrically, i.e. from the 12v battery in the towing vehicle and not by means of the bottled gas.
SMOKE ALARM The smoke alarm fitted to your caravan is approved for use in caravans. NOTE: A different smoke alarm to the one illustrated may be fitted (subject to availability) but it still meets the criteria above. For further information on use of the alarm, battery replacement, testing, etc., refer to the manufacturer's literature contained in the Owner's Information Pack.
Equipment Use THETFORD CASSETTE TOILET Your caravan is fitted with a cassette toilet. For full operational instructions, refer to the cassette toilet instruction manual in your Owner's Information Pack. EMPTYING THE TOILET 1. Open outer locker door and release bottom or base catch securing cassette. 2. Remove cassette, ensuring the flap is in the closed position (it is useful to use a trolley for taking waste tanks to the disposal point). 3.
AIR CONDITIONING WARNING! Never place your hands or other objects within the air inlet openings BLIZZARD 1500 AIR CONDITIONING UNIT (WHERE FITTED) Starting and Function Selection 1. Internal temperature thermostat. MAINTENANCE To ensure trouble-free running it is recommended that the unit be cleaned once or twice a year by a qualified service agent. control 2. Two speed fan switch. 3. On button (push to ON position). 4.
Equipment Use ROOFLIGHTS Your caravan is fitted with at least one type of the following rooflights. Please note: Do not change the direction of the fan unless it has been switched off ‘O’ position and the blades have stopped rotating. 2. To open in the intermediate position: a) Open the toggle catches on either side of the glass (see 1a). b) Grasp the metal bar in the middle, snap it out of its holder, swivel down and press the glass dome outwards. (Glass dome is opened automatically after approx.
b) Using both hands on the two toggle catches, press the glass dome up about 2cm and fasten the toggle catches in the corresponding setting. c) To close, proceed with steps (a-b) in reverse order. 4. Closing the blinds: a) Take hold of the end rod (without rocker) in the recessed grip and engage in the opposite end rod (with rocker). b) Select the required position (blackout/flyscreen) by moving both joined end rods together.
Equipment Use WINDOWS Your caravan will be fitted with either Polyplastic, Seitz flush windows, or a mixture of both. POLYPLASTIC WINDOW OPENING In order to open the Polyplastic window it is only necessary to move the catch upwards and release the catch from the backing plate. SEITZ WINDOW OPENING In order to open the Seitz window you must depress the button on the catch before moving the catch. Failure to do so will lead to the catch breaking.
BLINDS & FLYSCREENS BLINDS Pull blind down by its centre catch. Do not pull down by one side of the blind. This will inevitably lead to problems. Do not allow blinds to spring back freely. Always control them by hand. FLYSCREENS To operate the flyscreen, either pull the screen fully down, fully up or across, dependant on type of window fitted, and clip into place on the blind/frame. To release, unclip from the blind/frame.
Equipment Use MANU Operating the System 1. Switch ON the Power Pack and the red LED will illuminate. 2. Check the gain control switch is set to the normal NML position (switch UP). See Interference 2 over the page for use. 3. Push the Antenna Dome into position, ensuring it is properly seated in the Mounting Foot. Secure by tightening the two grub screws with the Allen Key. 9.
MANU Travelling Removing the Antenna DO NOT TRAVEL:With the Antenna raised With the Antenna set for vertical signals With the Telescopics extended When travelling adjust the antenna so that it points to the rear of the vehicle to reduce the possibility of damage when travelling. The RED SPOT on the bottom of the mast indicates the front of the Antenna. A permanently fitted Status can be easily removed leaving only the Mounting Foot and rubber gaiter. 1. Unplug the antenna from the Power Pack. 2.
Equipment Use FAULT FAULTFINDING FINDING The following are some of the key areas we suggest you check which generally solve the most common problems encountered with the operation of the Status antenna. Coaxial Plugs It is critical that all coaxial plugs in the system are fitted correctly. Using the diagram and procedure described over the page, please check each individual plug ensuring it is wired correctly. Secondly please ensure only quality plugs have been used.
DOORS EXTERIOR DOORS The exterior door can be secured to the side of the caravan by pushing the button as illustrated. Release by turning in either direction shown. To comply with European Standards, the exterior door lock must not be replaced with a double dead lock. INTERNAL DOORS The washroom door is fitted with a twoposition push button lock. From the outside, push once to lock. Push again to release. From the inside of the washroom you will need to pull the handle towards yourself to lock the door.
Equipment Use 56 SPRUNG HINGES SLIDING DOORS Overhead lockers will use sprung hinges. These are suitably strong enough when closed to securely retain the door and prevent it from opening in transit. Pulling the handle towards you whith moderate force is sufficient to open the locker door and hold it in the open position. Solid sliding doors are fitted with a sprung metal catch which holds a metal pin in place. This pin will retain the door in transit.
BED MAKE UP FRONT DOUBLE BED The two front single beds can be easily converted into a double bed by pulling out the bed slats, stored beneath the chest of drawers or stored in the bed slat box at the front of the caravan. Arrange seat cushions appropriately. Diagram 1 On L-shaped layout, the bed frame is pulled out from underneath the rearfacing seat. Arrange the seat cushions appropriately. Diagram 2. BUNK BEDS Please follow diagram 3 to assemble. 1.
Care & Maintenance CARE OF YOUR CARAVAN This section of the guide is devoted to the care, cleaning and general preservation of your caravan in order to retain its showroom condition. CLEANING Under no circumstances should an abrasive or harsh cleaner be used. Do not use a pressure wash as this can disturb mastic seals. Exterior Painted Body Part of the exterior of your caravan, usually the side walls, is acrylic finished aluminium, which is extremely durable and easy to clean.
essential that the following cleaning instructions are strictly adhered to: Road grit, dust, sand, flies, lime tree secretions, bird droppings etc., should be washed off using plenty of cold water. Any remaining dirt should be washed off using a soft cloth and warm water. Under NO circumstances should any abrasive cleaning agents, household detergents or proprietary cleaning fluids be used. Wash the window again using only cold water and dry off with a chamois leather.
Care & Maintenance manifest themselves as ear, nose, throat, eye or skin infections. It is therefore important that you carry out the following procedure prior to using the caravan each time, even if you boil or filter all water you use for drinking. WATER CONTAINERS 1. All water remaining in any water container should be disposed of so that the container is empty. 2. The outside of external water containes should be thoroughly cleansed and washed down to remove any dirt, dust or other contaminant.
MAINTENANCE OF YOUR CARAVAN BPW CHASSIS MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS The following maintenance instructions relate to BPW Rubber axles, torsion bar axles, overrun hitches and chassis. They are a constituent part of the warranty conditions. Adhere to the pertinent operating instructions of the vehicle manufacturer or respectively of the other vehicle component manufacturers.
Care & Maintenance • Raise and secure drawbar jockey wheel. The jockey wheel should be parallel to the direction of travel at all times. • Inspect the hitch. The hitch jaw must fully enclose the ball-head and be locked. Check the coupling head fastenings at regular intervals for firm seating. • Secure the breakaway cable to the traction vehicle. • Release parking brake before setting off.
WS 3000 SAFETY COUPLING SINGLE-LEVER SYSTEM The single-lever system, designed by WINTERHOFF for coupling and stabilising, provides for swift, effortless handling: COUPLING Place the open ball coupling device on the grease-free ball. By exerting downward pressure - in most cases the drawbar load will be sufficient - the ball coupling device and the lock will close automatically.
Care & Maintenance 3. Check brake lining wear - every 5000 kilometres (3100 miles). The brake lining wear is dependent on the style of driving. Careful driving saves brake linings and tyres. As soon as a brake lining has been worn to a thickness of 1 mm, the brake shoe has to be replaced. Stiff or stretched brake springs, the coils of which are no longer closed tightly together, must also be replaced. For visual check re-insert the plug (arrow) out of the brake plate.
Tighten all counternuts of the brake linkage. Check coupling head - initially, then every 5000 kilometres (3100 miles) or annually. 4. Check lateral play of wheel 6. Check coupling head for wear and correct operation. bearing -every 5000 kilometres (3100 miles) Check the wear indicator (drive within the “+” range only). Jack up the trailer, release brakes. Turn wheels manually and shake. Check the coupling head fastenings (1) at regular intervals for firm seating.
Care & Maintenance LUBRICATION 1. Lubricate the coupling head regular intervals Oil the coupling head at regular intervals at the points indicated. Grease the contact points of the ball of the towing vehicle. Caution: If using a stabiliser lead ie, Winterhoff “WS 3000”) the towing ball must be free of grease and oil. 2.
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Care & Maintenance The carrier is of extra strong, lightweight construction and zinc plated for all weather protection. It is easy to fit and accepts all conventional wheel sizes. TYRES Please refer to your caravan specification sheet which is contained within this handbook for information regarding tyre pressures and axle loads. SPARE WHEEL CHASSIS MOUNTED Each caravan chassis has a set of punched holes immediately behind the axle to enable fitting of a spare wheel carrier.
Explorer Group 2005 Touring Caravan Handbook CHANGING A WHEEL Finally, if the road wheels have been removed, re-tighten using a calibrated Torque Wrench to 92 Nm - on all M12 wheel bolts - in sequence, i.e. North, South, East, West NOT clock or anti clockwise. Remember to over tighten is just as dangerous as to under-tighten, as this can distort the wheel rims. Avoid the use of power wrenches. IMPORTANT - The torque settings should be re-checked after 50 km (20 miles).
Care & Maintenance (b)Slacken off the wheel bolts on the wheel to be changed. (c)Jack up the caravan with the jack under either the axle tube or the axle mounting plate. DO NOT USE THE CHASSIS AS A JACKING POINT. If there is lack of ground clearance because of a flat tyre, gently move the caravan onto some ramping boards. After the bolts have been screwed in as far as possible by hand, each bolt should be tightened gradually in sequence.
Explorer Group 2005 Touring Caravan Handbook For more information concerning the chassis and undergear please refer to the BPW handbook contained within your Owner’s Information Pack. Care & Maintenance JACKING Under no circumstances should the corner steadies be used to jack up the unit. When it is necessary to jack up, use a bottle, screw or scissor type jack (P/No. 3566858) one with an axle shaped head is recommended.
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Storage STORAGE If the caravan is to be stored for any length of time, especially over the winter period, the following operations are recommended: Remove all linens, blankets, cushions, clothes, mattresses, etc. which could be affected by damp conditions. Clean the caravan inside and out as detailed in the previous section. Drain the water system (see index). Ensure all windows, roof lights and doors are correctly fastened. Check fixed ventilation apertures are not obstructed.
Warranty WARRANTY 3-YEAR MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY Subject to the following conditions, your caravan is supplied with a manufacturer's warranty for 3 years from the original date of purchase, at no additional cost to you the customer. We sincerely hope you will never have cause to complain about your caravan. However, if you do have a problem then please contact your retailer so they can report this through our warranty system.
EXPLORER GROUP 3-YEAR MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1. The duration of the warranty is 36 months from the original date of purchase. 2. That the original construction of the caravan has not been tampered with or repaired other than by Explorer Group or an approved retailer or Service Centre. 3. That an "annual" service, damp and safety check has been carried out by an approved retailer or Service Centre.
Code of Practice - Water Ingress CODE OF PRACTICE WATER INGRESS At Explorer we want our customers to be sure that, in buying one of our caravans, you are buying the very best. We would like you to continue to believe this for a long time after you have made your purchase. We are confident that our new caravans, built with innovative manufacturing techniques and tested materials, make water ingress concerns unnecessary.
Customer Obligation - Servicing SERVICING It is a condition of your warranty that your caravan must have an "annual" service, damp and safety check and this should be carried out by an Explorer Group approved retailer or Service Centre, in accordance with NCC guidelines. Proof of this will be required in the event of a warranty claim. Failure to do so will invalidate your warranty. The first service is due 60 days either side of the anniversary of the original date of purchase.
All such work should be undertaken using only approved Explorer Group genuine parts recommended sealant and following Explorer Group procedures. Explorer will also undertake to supply certain specialist repairers with the necessary spare parts. In this case, your selected repairer must contact the PARTS DEPARTMENT with all enquiries.
Caravan Construction - Main Components MAIN COMPONENTS The following is a brief description of the main components used in your caravan. More comprehensive descriptions can be found in the equipment manufacturers literature held in the Owner's Information Pack. BPW CHASSIS BPW are one of the largest producers of caravan chassis in Europe. The chassis is galvanised special steel fitted with neidhart axles and suspension system.
THERMAL INSULATION AND HEATING CLASSIFICATION All caravans manufactured by the Explorer Group Limited are classified as Grade 2, in accordance with BSEN 1645 part 1, for thermal Insulation and heating. This will allow the Interior temperature to be maintained at 20°C when the exterior ambient temperature is 0°C.
Equipment Lists AVANTÉ/CORONA 86 ODYSSEY AND OMEGA FRIDGE THETFORD N80P FRIDGE ELECTROLUX 7270 HEATER TRUMA ULTRAHEAT PIEZO HEATER TRUMA ULTRAHEAT AUTO INTERNAL BLOWN AIR SYST YES INTERNAL BLOWN AIR SYST YES WATER HEATER TRUMA ULTRASTORE WATER HEATER TRUMA ULTRASTORE SINK & DRAINER ARGENT STAINLESS SINK & DRAINER ARGENT STAINLESS OVEN UNIT MIDI OVEN UNIT MIDI HOB UNIT ARGENT STAINLESS HOB UNIT ARGENT STAINLESS TAPS KITCHEN REICH CHROME (TREND) TAPS KITCHEN REICH CHROME (TR
CRUSADER, RALLY AND BUCCANEER FRIDGE ELECTROLUX 7291 HEATER TRUMA ULTRAHEAT AUTO INTERNAL BLOWN AIR SYST YES WATER HEATER TRUMA ULTRASTORE SINK & DRAINER ARGENT STAINLESS OVEN UNIT MIDI HOB UNIT TAPS KITCHEN ARGENT STAINLESS REICH CHROME RALLYE/CRUSADER (TREND) BUCCANEER (SOFT GOLD) SHOWER EQUIPMENT TAPS VANITY REICH CHROME REICH CHROME(PELIKAN RALLYE / CRUSADER / KAMA BUCCANEER) WATER FILTER/PUMP CRYSTAL / MAXI & W/LINE 12V FLUORESCENT LIGHTS LUMO 1 (8 WATT) CROWN (9 WATT) 12V READING D
Electrical Wiring Diagrams CHARGER POWER SUPPLY 12 VOLTS AUXILIARY BATTERY BLACK 4.0MM + BL 2.5MM + WHI/BRN - WHI/BRN OR WHI/BRN GRN GRN BATT 15 A FRIDGE 15 A 15 CAR A LIGHTS 10 1 A LIGHTS 10 A 2 AUX 1 1A OR RED COLOUR CODE RD = RED WHI = WHITE BL/BRN = BLUE BROWN WHI/BRN = WHITE/BROWN GR/OR = GREEN/ORANGE GRN = GREEN OR = ORANGE RD/BL = RED/BLUE BL = BLUE YEL = YELLOW RD/BRN = RED/BROWN 88 GRN RED MAINS INPUT WHI/BRN NEGS LINKED RED4.0mm GREEN 2.5mm BL/BRN 2.5mm BL/BRN 2.5mm RD/BRN 4.
AVANTÉ 2005 AVANTÉ ROAD LIGHTS WIRING DIAGRAM ROAD LIGHTS WIRING DIAGRAM BLACK 9 WAY CONNECTOR GREEN WHITE WHITE BLUE WHITE GREEN NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS BLACK YELLOW RED BROWN WHITE BLUE FOG FLASH TAIL STOP REV GREEN BROWN RED Y/B YELLOW/BLACK OFFSIDE SIDE MARKER LIGHT 3 BLUE OFFSIDE TAIL LIGHTS NEARSIDE FRONT LIGHTS WHITE WHITE NEARSIDE TAIL LIGHTS BLUE FOG YELLOW FLASH BLACK TAIL RED STOP Y/B REV NEARSIDE SIDE MARKER LIGHT WHITE BROWN OR VIA ROOF HARNESS Electrical Wiring Diagrams E
Electrical Wiring Diagrams CHARGER POWER SUPPLY 12 VOLTS AUXILIARY BATTERY BLACK 4.0MM + BL 2.5MM + WHI/BRN - WHI/BRN OR WHI/BRN GRN GRN BATT 15 A FRIDGE 15 A 15 CAR A LIGHTS 10 1 A LIGHTS 10 A 2 AUX 1 1A OR RED COLOUR CODE RD = RED WHI = WHITE BL/BRN = BLUE BROWN WHI/BRN = WHITE/BROWN GR/OR = GREEN/ORANGE GRN = GREEN OR = ORANGE RD/BL = RED/BLUE BL = BLUE YEL = YELLOW RD/BRN = RED/BROWN 90 GRN RED MAINS INPUT WHI/BRN NEGS LINKED RED4.0mm GREEN 2.5mm BL/BRN 2.5mm BL/BRN 2.5mm RD/BRN 4.
CORONA 2005 CORONA ROAD ROADLIGHTS LIGHTSWIRING WIRINGDIAGRAM DIAGRAM BLACK 9 WAY CONNECTOR GREEN WHITE WHITE BLUE WHITE GREEN NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS BLACK YELLOW RED BROWN WHITE BLUE FOG FLASH TAIL STOP REV GREEN BROWN RED Y/B YELLOW/BLACK OFFSIDE SIDE MARKER LIGHT 3 BLUE OFFSIDE TAIL LIGHTS NEARSIDE FRONT LIGHTS WHITE WHITE NEARSIDE TAIL LIGHTS BLUE FOG YELLOW FLASH BLACK TAIL RED STOP Y/B REV NEARSIDE SIDE MARKER LIGHT WHITE BROWN OR VIA ROOF HARNESS Electrical Wiring Diagrams Expl
Electrical Wiring Diagrams CHARGER POWER SUPPLY BLACK 4.0MM WHI/BRN + - WHI/BRN WHI/BRN BL 2.5MM CAR RED REV FRIDGE GREEN YELLOW BLACK CAR FRIDGE WHITE YEL RD WHI/BRN GRN 1 6 GRN 2 7 4 92 BLK 3 5 OR WHI 12 S PLUG OR BATT 15 A FRIDGE 15 A CAR 15 A LIGHTS 10 A 1 LIGHTS 10 A 2 AUX 1 1A GREEN 2.5mm BL/BRN 2.5mm BL/BRN 2.5mm RD/BRN 4.0mm BLK BLK RED GRN RED PUMP 10 A AUX 2 10 A NEGS LINKED WHI BL/BRN 1.5mm RD/BRN 2.5mm AUX 3 5A RED 1.0mm COLOUR CODE AUX 4 5A RD/BL 1.
ODYSSEY ODYSSEY2005 2004 ROAD LIGHTS ROAD LIGHTSWIRING WIRINGDIAGRAM DIAGRAM WHEN FITTED BLACK 9 WAY CONNECTOR GREEN WHITE WHITE BLUE WHITE GREEN NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS BLACK YELLOW RED BROWN WHITE BLUE FOG FLASH TAIL STOP REV GREEN BROWN RED Y/B YELLOW/BLACK OFFSIDE SIDE MARKER LIGHT 3 BLUE OFFSIDE TAIL LIGHTS NEARSIDE FRONT LIGHTS WHITE WHITE NEARSIDE TAIL LIGHTS BLUE FOG YELLOW FLASH BLACK TAIL RED STOP Y/B REV NEARSIDE SIDE MARKER LIGHT WHITE BROWN Electrical Wiring Diagrams Explo
Electrical Wiring Diagrams + BATTERY RED 4.0MM BLACK 4.0MM + OR 1.5mm WHI/BRN + - WHI/BRN WHI/BRN BL 2.5MM CAR RED REV FRIDGE GREEN YELLOW BLACK CAR FRIDGE WHITE YEL RD WHI/BRN GRN 2 7 4 WHI 12 S PLUG OR RED4.0mm GREEN 2.5mm BL/BRN 2.5mm BL/BRN 2.5mm RD/BRN 4.0mm BLK BLK RED GRN RED PUMP 10 A AUX 2 10 A BL/BRN 1.5mm RD/BRN 2.5mm RED 1.0mm COLOUR CODE AUX 4 5A RD/BL 1.0mm RD WHI WHI/BRN BL/BRN = RED = WHITE = WHITE/BROWN = BLUE BROWN AUX 5 5A GRN 1.0mm AUX 6 5A OR 1.
OMEGA 2005 ODYSSEY 2004WIRING DIAGRAM ROAD LIGHTS ROAD LIGHTS WIRING DIAGRAM WHEN FITTED BLACK 9 WAY CONNECTOR GREEN WHITE WHITE BLUE WHITE GREEN NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS BLACK YELLOW RED BROWN WHITE BLUE FOG FLASH TAIL STOP REV GREEN BROWN RED Y/B YELLOW/BLACK OFFSIDE SIDE MARKER LIGHT 3 BLUE OFFSIDE TAIL LIGHTS NEARSIDE FRONT LIGHTS WHITE WHITE NEARSIDE TAIL LIGHTS BLUE FOG YELLOW FLASH BLACK TAIL RED STOP Y/B REV NEARSIDE SIDE MARKER LIGHT WHITE BROWN Electrical Wiring Diagrams Explo
Electrical Wiring Diagrams BLACK 4.0MM WHI/BRN + WHI/BRN - WHI/BRN BL 2.5MM BLACK CAR FRIDGE WHITE CAR RED REV FRIDGE GREEN YELLOW YEL RD OR GRN 2 7 BLK 3 5 4 OR WHI 12 S PLUG AUX 1 1A BL/BRN 2.5mm RD/BRN 4.0mm RED PUMP 10 A AUX 2 10 A RD/BRN 2.5mm COLOUR CODE AUX 4 5A RD/BL 1.0mm RD WHI AUX 5 5A GRN 1.0mm GRN OR RD/BL BL YEL RD/BRN = GREEN = ORANGE = RED/BLUE = BLUE = YELLOW = RED/BROWN 2.5mm AUX 6 5A 1 AMP FUSE OR 1mm 12V OR 1.5mm YEL BL/BRN 2.
CRUSADER 2005 OMEGA 2004 ROAD ROADLIGHTS LIGHTSWIRING WIRINGDIAGRAM DIAGRAM NEARSIDE SIDE MARKER LIGHT WHEN FITTED NEARSIDE INDICATOR WHITE BLACK 9 WAY CONNECTOR GREEN WHITE WHITE BLUE WHITE GREEN NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS BLACK YELLOW RED BROWN BLACK WHITE BROWN 2 1 YELLOW RED BROWN WHITE BLUE FOG FLASH TAIL STOP REV GREEN BROWN RED Y/B YELLOW/BLACK OFFSIDE SIDE MARKER LIGHT 3 BLUE OFFSIDE TAIL LIGHTS NEARSIDE FRONT LIGHTS WHITE WHITE NEARSIDE TAIL LIGHTS BLUE FOG YELLOW FLASH BLACK TAI
Electrical Wiring Diagrams CHARGER POWER SUPPLY 12 VOLTS BLACK 4.0MM WHI/BRN + - WHI/BRN WHI/BRN BL 2.5MM RD BLACK CAR FRIDGE WHITE CAR RED REV FRIDGE GREEN YELLOW YEL WHI/BRN GRN 2 7 3 5 4 98 15 A FRIDGE 15 A 15 CAR A LIGHTS 10 1 A LIGHTS 10 A 2 BATT GRN 1 6 OR AUX 1 1A BLK OR WHI 12 S PLUG BL/BRN 2.5mm RD/BRN 4.0mm BLK RED RED PUMP 10 A AUX 2 10 A BL/BRN 1.5mm RD/BRN 2.5mm RED 1.0mm COLOUR CODE AUX 4 5A RD/BL 1.
RALLYE 2005 RALLYE 2003 ROAD LIGHTS WIRING ROAD LIGHTS WIRING DIAGRAM DIAGRAM NEARSIDE SIDE MARKER LIGHT WHEN FITTED NEARSIDE INDICATOR WHITE BLACK 9 WAY CONNECTOR GREEN WHITE WHITE BLUE WHITE GREEN NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS BLACK YELLOW RED BROWN BLACK WHITE BROWN 2 1 YELLOW RED BROWN WHITE BLUE FOG FLASH TAIL STOP REV GREEN BROWN RED Y/B YELLOW/BLACK OFFSIDE SIDE MARKER LIGHT 3 BLUE OFFSIDE TAIL LIGHTS NEARSIDE FRONT LIGHTS WHITE WHITE NEARSIDE TAIL LIGHTS BLUE FOG YELLOW FLASH BLACK
Electrical Wiring Diagrams CHARGER POWER SUPPLY 12 VOLTS BLACK 4.0MM OR 1.5mm WHI/BRN + - WHI/BRN WHI/BRN BL 2.5MM RD BLACK CAR FRIDGE WHITE CAR RED REV FRIDGE GREEN YELLOW YEL WHI/BRN GRN 2 7 3 5 4 100 15 A FRIDGE 15 A 15 CAR A LIGHTS 10 1 A LIGHTS 10 A 2 BATT GRN 1 6 OR AUX 1 1A BLK OR WHI 12 S PLUG BL/BRN 2.5mm RD/BRN 4.0mm BLK RED RED PUMP 10 A AUX 2 10 A RD/BRN 2.5mm BL/BRN 1.5mm AUX 3 5A RED 1.0mm AUX 4 5A RD/BL 1.
BUCCANEER CRUSADER 2004 OMEGA 20042005 ROAD DIAGRAM ROADLIGHTS LIGHTSWIRING WIRING DIAGRAM LIGHTS WIRING DIAGRAM NEARSIDE NEARSIDE SIDE SIDEMARKER MARKER LIGHT LIGHT BLACK BLACK WHITE WHITE 9 9WAY WAY CONNECTOR CONNECTOR WHITE WHITE WHITE WHITE BROWN BROWN BLACK BLACK NEARSIDE NEARSIDE FRONT LIGHTS FRONT LIGHTS GREEN GREEN WHITE WHITE WHITE WHITE BLACK BLACK YELLOW YELLOW RED RED BROWN BROWN YELLOW/BLACK YELLOW/BLACK OFFSIDE OFFSIDE TAIL LIGHTS TAIL LIGHTS NEARSIDE INDICATOR WHITE WHITE WHITE N
Technical Specifications AVANTÉ TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 2005 362 472 Number of Berths Interior Length Exterior body length Shipping Length Overall Width Overall Height Maximum Headroom Interior Width Wheel Rim Tyre Size Tyre Pressure Brake Size Awning Sizes Ground to Ground Bed Sizes Option 1 2 3683mm / 12'1" 4504mm / 14'9.5" 5484mm 18'00" 2148mm / 7'0.5" 2726mm / 8'11" 1908mm / 6'3" 2032mm / 6'8" 5.5J x 14 195/70 R 14 91 32psi 200/50 8187mm / 26'10.5" 1 x Single 1830 x 673mm 6’0” x 2’2.
ODYSSEY TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 2005 432 Number of Berths Interior Length External body length Shipping Length Overall Width Overall Height Maximum Headroom Interior Width Wheel Rim Tyre Size Tyre Pressure Brake Size Awning Sizes Ground to Ground Bed Sizes Option 1 Bed Sizes M.T.P.L.M. Mass inRunning Order Essential Habitaion Equipment Maximum User Payload Maximum Hitch Weight Optional equipiment payload 2 4314mm / 14'2" 5146mm / 16'10.5" 6126mm / 20'1" 2148mm / 7'0.
Technical Specifications CRUSADER TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 2005 HURRICANE Number of Berths Interior Length Exterior body length Shipping Length Overall Width Overall Height Maximum Headroom Interior Width Wheel Rim Tyre Size Tyre Pressure Brake Size Awning Sizes Ground to Ground Bed Sizes Option 1 Bed Sizes 2 4828mm / 15'10" 5660mm / 18'7" 6640mm / 21'9.5" 2286mm / 7'6" 2600mm / 8'6.5" 1908mm / 6'3" 2170mm / 7' 1.5" 5.
CORONA TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 2005 362 472 Number of Berths Interior Length Exterior body length Shipping Length Overall Width Overall Height Maximum Headroom Interior Width Wheel Rim Tyre Size Tyre Pressure Brake Size Awning Sizes Ground to Ground Bed Sizes Option 1 2 3683mm / 12'1" 4504mm / 14'9.5" 5484mm 18'00" 2148mm / 7'0.5" 2726mm / 8'11" 1908mm / 6'3" 2032mm / 6'8" 5.5J x 14 195/70 R 14 95 39psi 200/50 8187mm / 26'10.5" 1 x Single 1830 x 673mm 6’0” x 2’2.5” 1 x Single 1830 x 673mm 6’0” x 2’2.
Technical Specifications OMEGA TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 2005 432 Number of Berths Interior Length External body length Shipping Length Overall Width Overall Height Maximum Headroom Interior Width Wheel Rim Tyre Size Tyre Pressure Brake Size Awning Sizes Ground to Ground Bed Sizes Option 1 Bed Sizes M.T.P.L.M. Mass inRunning Order Essential Habitaion Equipment Maximum User Payload Maximum Hitch Weight Optional equipiment payload 2 4314mm / 14'2" 5146mm / 16'10.5" 6126mm / 20'1" 2148mm / 7'0.
RALLYE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 2005 482 Number of Berths Interior Length Exterior body length Shipping Length Overall Width Overall Height Maximum Headroom Interior Width Wheel Rim Tyre Size Tyre Pressure Brake Size Awning Sizes Ground to Ground Bed Sizes Option 1 Bed Sizes 2 4828mm / 15'10" 5660mm / 18'7" 6640mm / 21'9.5" 2286mm / 7'6" 2600mm / 8'6.5" 1908mm / 6'3" 2170mm / 7' 1.5" 5.
Technical Specifications BUCCANEER TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 2005 CARIBBEAN Number of Berths Interior Length Exterior body length Shipping Length Overall Width Overall Height Maximum Headroom Interior Width Wheel Rim Tyre Size Tyre Pressure Brake Size Awning Sizes Ground to Ground Bed Sizes Option 1 Bed Sizes M.T.P.L.M. Mass in Running Order Essential Habitaion Equipment Maximum User Payload Maximum Hitch Weight Optional equipment payload Option 2 4 5344mm / 17'6" 6031mm / 19'9.5" 7151mm / 23'5.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) GENERAL QUESTIONS Q: WHERE CAN I OBTAIN YOUR LATEST BROCHURE? A: Our latest brochures are available from Approved Retailers or can be viewed and printed from the downloads section on our website www.explorer-group.co.uk. A request form can also be completed should you wish to receive a printured copy of our latest brochures.
Q. I REQUIRE TECHNICAL OR OTHER INFORMATION, WHO CAN HELP ME? A. The majority of information you require is available through your Explorer Group Retailer. Should you need to contact Explorer Group Customer Services, then please quote the serial number of your caravan, along with your full name and address if a written reply is required. Q - CAN YOU TELL ME THE SECOND HAND PRICE OF MY CARAVAN? A - Unfortunately as a manufacture we are not involved in the second hand market.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) TOWING TOPICS Q: WHAT MAXIMUM WEIGHT OF CARAVAN CAN I TOW? A: That depends upon the kerb weight of your tow car. Best practice is usually to limit the actual laden weight being towed to no more than 85% of the tow car kerb weight. Your car manufacturer's manual should quote your maximum towing limit and its recommended nose weight.
TECHNICAL RELATED QUESTIONS Q: WHAT ARE THE SPECIFIED WEIGHTS FOR MY CARAVAN? A: Your caravan, MTPLM, MIRO, Essential Habitation Equipment, Maximum User Payload, Maximum Hitch Weight and Optional Equipment Payload can all be found by looking in the latest model section, or the 'Product Archives' on our website or referring to the relevant Technical Specification section of this handbook.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Q: HOW DOES MY LEISURE BATTERY AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WORK? A: The battery charger will operate when connected to the mains outlet on a caravan site. The 12V system, with the exception of the 12V fridge and battery charging, will not operate when your caravan is connected to your towing vehicle. If you encounter problems please ensure that you have checked your leisure battery is fully charged and that all fuses are OK.
PARTS RELATED QUESTIONS Q: WHERE CAN I GET SPARE PARTS FOR MY CARAVAN? A: We do not supply spare parts direct to the public at present, but our network of Retailers will be able to source most parts you require. For details of your nearest Explorer Group Retailer please refer to our Find A Retailer section on our website or call 01207 699 000 for assistance. In addition there are companies that buy up old stock and they may be able to assist you.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) WARRANTY RELATED QUESTIONS Q. DOES MY CARAVAN HAVE A WARRANTY? A. Our warranty arrangements are as follows: If the original date of purchase is on or after 1 September 02, your caravan conversion is supplied with a 3 year manufacturer's warranty, details of which can be found in your owner's handbook. In addition, there is also a 5-year water ingress Code of Practice.
Q. WHO CAN SERVICE MY CARAVAN? A. We would always recommend that an approved Explorer Group Retailer, or Service Centre undertakes the annual service. However, we will accept services completed by a Jones Vening approved company. Q. WHO CAN CARRY OUT WARRANTY WORK ON MY CARAVAN? A. Your supplying Retailer is obliged to undertake your warranty work. However, any approved Explorer Group Retailer or Service Centre can undertake the work, but this is at their discretion. Q.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) ABBREVIATIONS USED 118 ABS Description AC Alternating Current BS British Standards CC Caravan Club CCC Camping and Caravanning Club GRP Glass Fibre Reinforced Plastic NM Newton Meters HZ Hertz I cycle per second NW Nose weight ISO International Standards Organisation OEP Optional Equipment Payload KG Kilogram PEP Personal Effects Payload KPH Kilometres per hours PSI Pounds per square inch.
GLOSSARY 12N & 12S Between towing vehicle and caravan there can be one or two electrical jack plugs. The black plug and socket is called the 12N and supplies power to the caravan rear fog light, indicators, stop lights and riding lights and an earth return. The second plug and socket can be coloured white or light grey. This is called the 12S and supplies power for the caravan’s reversing lights, fridge, battery charger and interior lights and has two earth connections.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) CHEMICAL TOILET Most modern caravans have them, with more upmarket models having a fully plumbed-in flushing version. CONTROL PANEL Used as the description for the panel of electrical switches and gauges governing 12V and mains electricity systems. CORNER STEADIES The winding device built into each corner of a caravan chassis that is used to stabilise the body once set up on a pitch. COUPLING HEAD See hitch. CRiS The Caravan Registration and Identification Scheme.
GRP Glass-reinforced plastic, but more commonly known as glass fibre (not fibreglass, which is a trade name). HANDBOOK Owners manual, a guide to the workings of your caravan. HARDSTANDING A pitch which has a hard surface made of gravel, asphalt, concrete etc, instead of grass. HITCH The mechanism which allows a caravan to be attached to a tow ball. HITCH LOCK A security device that prevents the caravan hitch being used. HOOK-UP A facility on a pitch for connection to mains electricity.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) MTPLM - MAXIMUM TECHNICALLY PERMISSIBLE LADEN MASS The techical maximum permissable laden weight of the caravan which must not be exceeded.. NATIONAL CARAVAN COUNCIL The only trade association representing manufacturers, retailers and suppliers within the caravan industry. NOSEWEIGHT The weight exerted on the towbar. Special scales are available from accessory shops for measuring this weight.
STABILISER A safety device which helps prevent instability by controlling the ease with which the caravan hitch can pivot about the tow ball. STEADY WINDER A handle for operating the corner steadies. TORQUE WRENCH A form of spanner used to set nuts and bolts to a specified degree of tightness. Recommended for adjustment of wheel fixings on caravans. TOWING LIMIT See manufacturer’s braked towing limit and manufacturer’s unbraked towing limit.
Index A Abbreviations Used ABS A-Frame Cover Cleaning 59 ABS Panels Cleaning ABS Wheel Spats Cleaning Acrylic Window Cleaning Air Conditioning Air Conditioning Fitting Alarm System – Arming Alarm System – Basic Operation Alarm System – Batteries Alarm System – Battery Back-Up Alarm System – Changing Sensor Zones Alarm System – Disarming Alarm System – Emergency Disarm Alarm System – Learning A New Sensor Alarm System – Leg Sensor Alarm System - Passive Ifra Red Sensor Alarm System – Programming Alarm System
Corona – Equipment List 86 Corona Electrical Control Panels 36 Corona Internal Wiring Diagrams 90 Corona Road Light Wiring Diagram 91 Corona Technical Specification 105 Coupling Head – Lubrication & Maintenance 67 CRiS 29 Crusader – Equipment List 87 Crusader Electrical Control Panels 36 Crusader Internal Wiring Diagrams 96 Crusader Road Light Wiring Diagram 97 Crusader Technical Specification 104 Curtain Cleaning 59 Customer Relations Manager 117 Electronic Tagging Equipment Lists Explorer Protect Exterio
Index 126 L Latest Models Leisure Battery Leveler Jack Leveling Ramps Leveling Your Caravan Light Switch Master Loading LPG LPG Exhaust LPG Gas System Lubrication – Brake Linkage Lubrication – Corner Steadies Lubrication – Coupling Head Lubrication - Deviation Lever Lubrication – Drawtube Bushes Lubrication – Jockey Wheel Lubrication – Pivot Pins 110 114 12 12 12 37 6 20 20 21 73 73 66 66 66 73 66 M Magnetic Catches Main Components Mains Electrics - Servicing Mains Unit Maintenance Maintenance Of Air Co
Shower Room Cleaning Shower Tap Single-Lever System Site Arrival Site Arrival – Electrical Connection Site Departure – Electrical Disconnection Sliding Doors Smoke Alarm Snaking Space Heater Controls Spare Parts Spare Parts And Availability Spare Wheel Special Editions Speed Limits Sprung Hinges Stabiliser Activation Stabiliser Coupling Stabiliser Disconnection Stabiliser Switching Off Stabilising Status Aerial 315 Status Aerial 530 Storage Storage - Blinds & Flyscreens Storage - Caravan Covers T Taps Techn
Annual Service Record SERVICE DOCUMENTS TOURING CARAVANS - ANNUAL SERVICE RECORD In order to take full use of your Explorer Group Warranty it is essential that your caravan is serviced within the time scale laid down in the warranty terms and conditions. See Index - Warranty Terms & Conditions. Whether you use your caravan for short journeys or for touring at home or abroad, regular servicing will help to ensure that you can enjoy it to the full.
ANNUAL SERVICE RECORD CARAVAN MODEL VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER YEAR 1st SERVICE 2nd SERVICE 3rd SERVICE DATE: DATE: DATE: RETAILER'S STAMP RETAILER'S STAMP RETAILER'S STAMP I/We certify that an annual service has been carried out in accordance with the manufacturers’ and National Caravan Council recommendations. I/We certify that an annual service has been carried out in accordance with the manufacturers’ and National Caravan Council recommendations.
Annual Service Record 130 7th SERVICE 8th SERVICE 9th SERVICE DATE: DATE: DATE: RETAILER'S STAMP RETAILER'S STAMP RETAILER'S STAMP I/We certify that an annual service has been carried out in accordance with the manufacturers’ and National Caravan Council recommendations. I/We certify that an annual service has been carried out in accordance with the manufacturers’ and National Caravan Council recommendations.
2005 EXPLORER GROUP RETAILER SPECIAL EDITIONS PARENT MODEL RETAILER SPECIAL PARENT MODEL RETAILER SPECIAL AVANTÉ AMBER ELUSION FIRESTORM KNIGHTSBRIDGE QUEENSFERRY ANTIGUA/BARBADOS/ BERMUDA/JAMAICA/TOBAGO XSCAPE CORONA AMAZON CONNOISSEUR MAGNUM RAMBLER SHIRAZ ODYSSEY SUNSEEKER ASHINGTON/CHILTINGTON/ GOODWOOD/AMBERLEY OMEGA LIBERTE MAGNUM CLASSIC PENTARA Retailer Special Editions Explorer Group 2005 Touring Caravan Handbook ALL EXPLORER GROUP RETAILER SPECIALS ARE BASED ON OUR CURRENT BASE MODEL
All the illustrations and descriptive matter in this guide are intended to give a general idea of the caravan. Changing market and supply situations may prevent the manufacturer from maintaining the exact specifications and details in this handbook and we therefore reserve the right to alter specifications and materials as conditions demand. Retailers are independent of the manufacturer and have absolutely no authority to bind the manufacturer by any express or implied undertaking or representation.
