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1 Caravan MoverEuro MoverVersion UKOperating instructionsPage 2 Installation instructionsPage 5To be kept in the vehicle!Service (UK and Eire)Telephone: (01283) 52 82 01 Facsimile: (01283) 52 82 02 Truma Ger tetechnik GmbH & Co. KGWernher-von-Braun-Stra e 12D-85640 Putzbrunn bei M nchenService (international)Telefon +49 (0)89 4617-2142 Telefax +49 (0)89 MoverEuro MoverVersion UKInstallation example 1 Remote handset2 Toggle crank3 Drive motor4 Drive roller5 Electronic control unit6 Battery 7 Cross actuation device(Option)Cab+-+-++--+-+-+-AABBAABB4 3 2 1+-4 3 2 1 View from TopView from Top40 cm- black + red - black 40 cm+ red 25 mmCEFDGEuro MoverCaravan MoverBAABccAB2 Operating instructionsAlways observe the operating instructions and Safety-related instructions prior to starting!

2 The vehicle owner isresponsible for correct operation of the descriptionNote that only single axle caravans are Mover is a manoeuvring aid for moving a Caravan withoutthe assistance of a towing vehicle. It consists of two separate drive units, each of which has a12 Volt DC motor. These units are attached to the frame of thevehicle near the wheels and are connected by lateral bars. Once the drive rollers have been engaged against the tyres us-ing the provided wheel brace, the Mover is ready for equipment is operated using the remote control facility,which transmits radio signals to the relay controller. A sepa-rately-installed 12 Volt lead-acid battery (or suitable lead-gelbattery) provides the relay controller with an ease of operation, as an option, a cross actuationdevice is available (please ask your dealer).

3 Safety-related instructions Practice operating the Mover in an open area before usingfor the first time. This to fully familiarise yourself withthe handset/ Mover operation. Always check tyres and drive rollers before using the equip-ment; remove sharp-edged stones and the like if necessary;replace used drive rollers. During operation, no persons are allowed inside the Caravan . All persons (particularly children)must remain outsidethe Mover operating area. The distance between the radio remote control and the Caravan must not exceed 5 mduring manoeuvring! In the event of malfunctions pull on the handbrake. To prevent the Caravan from tipping, direct the tow hitchdownhill when manoeuvering down a slope.

4 Always first apply handbrake after manoeuvring,then re-move drive rollers from tyresand block wheels(particu-larly on sloping surfaces!). The Mover is not suitable foruse as a parking brakefor a parked Caravan . Ensure that remote radio control is protected from unau-thorised access (particularly by children!). Never tow Caravan with the drive rollers engaged, sincethis can damage both the tyres and the towing vehicle. All wheels and tyres on the Caravan must be of the samesize and design (max. tyre width 205 mm, wider tyres canbe severely damaged by the rollers). In order to ensure that the Mover operates correctly, thedistance between the tyres and the released drive rollersmust be 20 mm.

5 All tyres must therefore have the sametyre pressure as per the manufacturer s instructions (checkat regular intervals!). Readjustment is required if tyre wearhas occurred or new tyres are fitted (see drive element installation point 4 and following text). Do notuse the Mover as a support when jacking up thecaravan, since this can damage the drive unit. Do not leave sensitive items such as cameras, personalstereo s ect close to the Mover control box or motor cablesin the bedding locker s. The strong electromagnetic fieldsmay cause them damage. The empty weight of the vehicle increases by the weight ofthe movers , which reduces the payload of the handseta = on (press button twice within one second, LED illuminates)a = off (press button once)b = forwardc = reversed = left forwardse = right forwardsf = left reverseg = right reverseIf no buttons are pressed for40 seconds, the handset andtherefore the Mover will turn itself is no on/off switch on thecaravan to be the caravanPlease read the Safety-related instructions beforeusing the Mover !

6 1. With the Caravan free from the tow vehicle (handbrake on),engage the drive rollers by use of the 19 mm AF wrench provi-ded or the steady leg brace. The action will be quite stiff andwill snap into place. The movement required is just over1/2 turn. Turn the wrench until it will turn no more without excessive force. Perform at both sides of operating the Mover , release the Press the red button on the handset twice within one second. This will switch on the Mover controls. 3. The six direction buttons provide movement in six directions forward, reverse, left forward, left reverse, right forward, rightreverse. In addition, the left forward and right reverse but-tons or right forward and left reverse buttons may bepressed at the same time to turn the Caravan without The Caravan will stop when the buttons are released or theradio signal is too weak.

7 Other radio transmitters and otherCarver Mover handsets will not cause operation of your The Mover moves at a single speed only. The speed will in-crease a little when going downhill and decrease a little whengoing Press the red button again to switch off the handset red button may also be used as an After manoeuvring, apply the handbrake first and thendisengage the drive rollers from the to a tow car1. It is totally possible to position the Caravan s hitch to a stationary car tow ball using the Mover , but take some Use the instructions above as your guide. Use the buttoncontrols to bring the Caravan to the car (car handbrake ON ,and car in gear).

8 Use a button stabbing technique to exactlyposition the hitch directly over the ball. Lower the hitch to theball and engage in the normal way using the jockey Hitch the Caravan in the normal way ready for towing. Youcannot tow the Caravan with the Mover engaged!Releasedrive elements from tyres using wheel spanner before startingoff. Trying to drive away with the Mover still engaged, willdamage your Caravan tyres and strain your tow vehicle!MaintenanceThe drive units should be kept reasonably clean of road the area with a hose pipe to release mud, etc. along withcleaning the Caravan . Make sure no large stones, wood branch-es, etc.

9 Are trapped in the mechanism. There is no more carethan the above required on the drive units. The controllers require no maintenance. Keep the handset in a dry is extremely easy for you or your Caravan dealer to performthe checking and maintenance of your Mover during the annu-al inspection of your Caravan . If in doubt, please contact theTruma-Services (page 9).1. Upon an annual basis (or before storing the Caravan for thewinter) we recommend that you clean the unit as describedabove, dry off and lightly spray the drive units and mecha-nisms with a silicon lubricant/water repellent. Keep the sprayoff the rollers and tyres!Apply and release the drive units afew times to work the spray into all the joints.

10 Do not store thecaravan with the drive rollers To prevent the battery from becoming totally dischargedduring long periods of inactivity it must be disconnected andrecharged before using again. Repeat section 1 before startingup and charge the Caravan Always ask your dealer to check the installation each yearwhen the Caravan is Check the installation, wiring and connections for damage atregular intervals. The drive units must be able to move freelyand automatically move away from the tyres when released. Ifthey do not, examine the unit for debris or corrosion at the piv-ot points and adjust if necessary. Free all pivots as required, oilor spray with WD40 to ensure full and correct After the annual inspection, check whether all motors reactproperly to the buttons on the remote instructionsThe manufacturer is not liablefor damage caused as a resultof incorrect installation or driver rollers are guaranteed against manufacturing faultsfor 24 months.