MDC XT12HR 2021 - Table of Contents

Table of Contents
Secon 1. Introducon ............................................................ 2
WELCOME TO MDC ...................................................... 2
Terminology & Abbreviations ....................................... 2
Terminology & Abbreviaons ................................................ 3
Specifications ...................................................................... 4
MDC Contact Details ............................................................... 5
Safety Informaon ..................................................................... 6
WARNING– ........................................................................ 6
Modifications to The Product ......................................... 6
Gas Systems ...................................................................... 6
Chassis ................................................................................ 6
Jacking Your Caravan or Camper .................................. 7
Electrical Safety .................................................................. 8
Vehicle Electrical Requirements .................................... 9
Brake Controller ............................................................... 9
Correct Vehicle Wiring for MDC Caravans .............. 9
Trailer Lights ................................................................... 10
Charging Camper/Caravan While Driving .............. 10
Gas & Appliance Safety ........................................................ 11
Gas Certification ............................................................. 11
General Safety ................................................................. 11
Gas Cylinder Safety ........................................................ 11
Gas Appliance Safety ..................................................... 12
Removing the Flue Cover ............................................. 12
Isolating Appliances ........................................................ 12
Using the Caravan .................................................................. 13
Weights and Payload Capacities ................................. 13
How to Load Your Caravan ......................................... 13
Ba
ll Weight ..................................................................... 13
Effects of Weight Distribution .................................. 13
Tyre Pressures ............................................................... 14
Pre-Trip Inspection ......................................................... 14
Tyres ................................................................................. 14
Wheel Nuts..................................................................... 14
Hitch and Chains ........................................................... 14
Fire Extinguisher ........................................................... 14
Brakes & Breakaway System...................................... 14
Lights ................................................................................ 14
Setting Up the Caravan ................................................. 15
Using Wheel Chocks and Ramps .............................. 15
Operating the Jockey Wheel ..................................... 15
Stabiliser Legs ................................................................ 16
Electric Awning .............................................................. 16
Kitchen............................................................................... 17
Control Panel ................................................................... 18
Charging the Caravan .................................................... 19
Charging from your Vehicle ......................................... 19
Battery Care ..................................................................... 19
Packing Down Your Caravan ....................................... 20
Towing the Caravan ....................................................... 20
Towing with Trucks & Buses ..................................... 20
Connecting the Hitch ................................................... 21
Uncoupling ...................................................................... 24
Connecting the Breakaway ........................................ 26
Connecting the Safety Chains ................................... 26
Connecting the Electrics ............................................. 26
Care and Maintenance of the Caravan ............................. 27
Protection of Finishes .................................................... 27
Paint .................................................................................. 27
Acrylic Windows ............................................................ 27
Internal Finishes ............................................................. 27
Ensuite Finishes ............................................................. 27
Mirrors.............................................................................. 27
Galvanised Finishes ...................................................... 27
Hig
h Tensile Bolt and Fittings .................................... 27
Stainless Steel................................................................. 27
Fabrics .............................................................................. 27
Corrosion Protection .................................................... 27
Protecting from Mould .................................................. 28
Protecting Your Investment ......................................... 28
Stone Protection ............................................................ 28
Roof Maintenance .......................................................... 29
Winegard Sensar III Antenna (optional Extra) ........ 29
Caravan Body Maintenance ......................................... 31
Locks and Latches ......................................................... 31
Rubber Seals ................................................................... 31
Sealants ............................................................................ 31
Mechanical Maintenance .............................................. 31
Wheels and Tyres ......................................................... 31
Brakes ............................................................................... 31
Bearings and Seals ........................................................ 31
Suspension ...................................................................... 31
Handbrake ....................................................................... 32
Adjuster ............................................................................ 32
Adjuster Automotive Type .......................................... 33
Correct Use of Your Electric Brakes .......................... 34
Important Safety Notice ................................................ 34
Brake Adjustment ........................................................... 34
Brake Cleaning and Inspection .................................... 34
Magnets ............................................................................. 35
Shoes and Linings ........................................................... 35
Corrosion Prevention ..................................................... 35
Wheels and Tyres ................................................................... 36
Suspension ................................................................................ 36
Shock Absorbers & Bushes .......................................... 36
Hitch ................................................................................. 36
Ball Bearing Slides ......................................................... 36
Hub Assembly .................................................................. 37
Trailing Arm Bushes ....................................................... 38
Sp
are Part Numbers ..................................................... 39
Plumbing and Toilet ........................................................ 40
Truma Hot Water Heater ........................................... 40
Grey Water Tank ........................................................... 40
Fresh Water Tanks........................................................ 40
Toilet Care and Maintenance ..................................... 40
Chemicals: ....................................................................... 40
Truma Rapid Hot Water Sys
tem .................................. 41
O
perating Instructions ................................................. 41
General Safety ............................................................... 41
Filling the Truma UltraRapid with Water ................ 42
Pressure and Temperature Relief Valve (P&T safety
valve) ................................................................................. 43