MDC XT12HR 2021 - Tyre Pressures; Pre-Trip Inspection; Tyres; Wheel Nuts

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Tyre Pressures
Tyre pressures have a large effect on the handling of your caravan. Tyres that are under the recommended
pressure for the caravans’ actual weight can cause a dangerous sway. It is important to follow the correct pressure
guide.
The guide below indicates pressure for the axle load stated or GTM not the ATM which includes ball weight.
Pressures are cold inflaon applicable to the standard Goodride 265/75R16 tyres fied.
Actual Weight
Pressure PSI
Single Axle
Pressure Kpa
Single Axle
2400kg 55psi 379Kpa
2500kg 58psi 400Kpa
2600kg 60psi 414Kpa
2700kg 63psi 434Kpa
2800kg 65psi 448Kpa
2900kg 68psi 469Kpa
3000kg 70psi 483Kpa
Pre-Trip Inspecon
Tyres
Before any trip check the following
• Correct tyre pressures
• Tyres are in good condion free from damage and uneven wear.
• Tread is of legal and acceptable depth.
Wheel Nuts
• Ensure wheel nuts are tensioned to the correct torque using a torque wrench.
• All wheel nuts are in place.
Hitch and Chains
• Ensure hitch and chains are free of damage.
• Hitch locking mechanism funcons correctly.
• Hitch is properly lubricated.
• Hitch arculates correctly.
Fire Exnguisher
• Exnguisher is properly mounted and within date.
• Exnguisher charge gauge is in green.
Brakes & Breakaway System
• Brakes operate correctly when both operated by manual control and via pedal.
Lights
• Ensure all trailer lights are funconing.