AL-KO CARAVAN CHASSIS - Chassis Modifications, Suspension, and Loadings

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DRILLING OR WELDING OF
PARTS OR ACCESSORIES
The chassis is designed and built to precise tolerances and
must not be drilled or welded (except in accordance with
certain AL-KO Accessory Operating Instructions). Failure to
comply will invalidate all warranties.
INDEPENDENT SUSPENSION
The AL-KO rubber suspension is designed and developed
to suit all types of road conditions and is maintenance free.
Three rubber elements are contained within a hexagonal axle
tube. These provide suspension and have inherent damping
characteristics. (Only the hubs and wheel brakes require
attention - see axle section).
LOADINGS ON COUPLING HEADS, OVERRUN
ASSEMBLIES AND AXLES
The permitted ‘nose’ weights of the coupling head/stabiliser,
overrun assembly and drawbars, must never exceed the lowest
value stamped on the assemblies.
The maximum axle loading is that stamped on the plate located
in the centre of the axle, facing rearwards. The plate will be
one of the three shown below - Figs 1, 1a and 2, depending on
date and location of manufacture. The line marked ‘Capacity’
(on German plates ‘Achlast’) is the maximum permitted axle
loading and must not be exceeded.
Where the Caravan Manufacturer states a maximum loading
weight, then this is the maximum permitted load. This gure
must not exceed the maximum axle load.
AL-KO CARAVAN CHASSIS
Fig 1 Axle Identication Plate Fig 1a New Axle Identication Plate Fig 2 Axle Identication Plate (German)
AL-KO
TYPE
LE
CAPACITY kg
25km/h
AL-KO
TYP
A
ACHLAST
MOD.
EA kg
TA kg