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GENERAL SAFETY
GENERAL SAFETY
Please read before using your new
caravan.
In order for you to get the most out of your
new Xplore touring caravan it is necessary
for you to be aware of the following:
(i) Do not obstruct ventilators and clean
them regularly, it is advisable to clean
and check all the ventilators annually
for blockages and where necessary
rectify any blockages found.
(ii) Inspect the high pressure flexible gas
hose (available from your retailer)
regularly for deterioration and renew
as necessary, with an approved type,
in any case no later than the expiry
date stated on the hose.
(iii) Ensure the gas supply and all
appliances are turned off before towing
your caravan.
(iv) If your caravan has been fitted with a
gas BBQ it must be only used for its
intended purpose. Do not use a gas
barbeque within an awning.
(v) Never use portable cooking or heating
equipment inside your caravan. Do not
use your fitted cooking equipment as
heating at any time.
(vi) Never allow modification to your gas or
electrical system unless qualified
persons carry them out. All
modification to the gas system should
be carried out by a Gas Safe
Register™ approved gas fitter. Any
modifications carried out on the
electrical system must be carried out
by an electrician on the roll of the
NICEIC or be a member of the ECA.
(vii) If you suspect there is a gas leak
please open all the windows then
vacate the caravan. Then contact your
nearest Xplore Retailer to arrange for
them to check the gas system.
(viii) In the interest of safety, replacement
parts for an appliance should conform
to the appliance manufacturer’s
specifications and must be fitted by
them or an authorised agent.
(ix) It is recommended that you provide a
dry powder fire extinguisher complying
with ISO 7165 of at least 1KG capacity
by the exit door and a fire blanket next
to the cooker. Ensure you read the
‘advice to occupier label’ fitted to your
caravan usually found on the inside of
the wardrobe door.
(x) Never exceed your caravans Maximum
Technical Permissible Laden Mass.
(see Caravan Towing Vehicle Weight
Ratio)
(xi) The laden nose weight for your
caravan should not exceed the lower
of the following:
•Towing vehicles maximum nose
weight
•Tow bar maximum nose weight
• The caravan’s maximum nose weight
(xii) Ensure heavy and large items are
secured before towing your new
caravan to reduce the risk of damage
being caused while the caravan is in
motion.
(xiii) Pull out worktop extensions, where
fitted, are only designed to take
maximum weight of 6kgs.
(xiv) When your caravan is connected to
your towing vehicle it should be level
or slightly nose down. However, in the
UK the maximum speed allowed for
towing a caravan is 100kmh/60mph.
(xv) When your caravan is loaded to its
MTPLM and the weight distributed in
accordance with the handbook, your
caravan is designed to be towed at a
maximum speed of 100kmh/60mph.
(xvi) It is illegal to tow your caravan
whilst it is occupied.
(xvii) If your caravan is fitted with a lift up
bunk it is designed for a maximum
weight of 11 stone and is not suitable
for children under 3 years old without
supervision.
(xviii) Do not leave children under 14 years
of age unattended in your caravan.
(xix) The coupling head operating handle
MUST NOT be used to manually
manoeuvre the caravan at any time.
(xx) In order to manually manoeuvre your
caravan please use the front and rear
grab handles fitted to the caravan.
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