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Correct Use of Your Electric Brakes

 

Your trailer brakes are designed to work in synchronisation with your tow vehicle brakes. Never use your tow vehicle 
or trailer brakes alone to stop the combined load. Your trailer and tow vehicle will seldom have the correct amperage 
flow to the brake magnets to give you comfortable, safe braking unless you make proper brake system adjustments. 
Changing trailer load and driving conditions, as well as uneven alternator and battery output, can mean unstable 
current flow to your brake magnets. It is therefore imperative that you maintain and adjust your brakes as set forth in 
the controller manual, use a properly modulated brake controller and perform the synchronisation/adjustment 
procedure recommended by the brake controller supplier. 

 

Important Safety Notice

 

Proven and in some cases approved service methods and correct repair procedures are 
essential for the safe, reliable operation of the brakes, suspension and axles as well as the 
personal safety of the individual doing the work. This manual intends to provide general 
directions for performing service and repair work with tested, effective techniques. By 
following these guidelines, it will help assure  

reliability. The numerous variations in procedures, techniques, tools and parts for servicing 
axles, as well as in the skill of the individual doing the work will determine outcomes. This 

manual cannot possibly anticipate all such variations nor provide advice or cautions as to each. Accordingly, anyone 
who departs from the instructions provided in this manual must first establish that they neither compromise their 
personal safety nor the vehicle integrity by their choice of methods, tool’s or parts.  
 

*If at all in doubt please refer all repairs and maintenance to a suitably qualified or experienced mechanical repairer. 

*Market Direct Campers accepts no liability for personal injury, loss or damage resulting from incorrect applications, 
methods and failure to perform maintenance safely and correctly. 

 

Brake Adjustment

 

Brakes should be adjusted (1) after the first 300 km’s of operation when the brake shoes and drums have “seated,” (2) 
at 5000 km’s intervals, (3) or as use and performance requires. The brakes should be adjusted in the following 
manner: 

 

Never crawl under your trailer unless it is resting on properly placed jack stands. Do not 
place supports on any part of the suspension system and use the designated jack point or 
under the spring base plate to jack trailer. 

 

Brake Cleaning and Inspection

 

Your trailer brakes must be inspected and serviced at 5000km or more often as required by use and performance. 
Magnets and shoes must be changed when they become worn or scored to avoid inefficient vehicle braking. 

Brake Lubrication 

This should only be done by qualified persons. 

Caution

 

Do not get grease or oil on the brake linings, drums or magnets. 

 

 

 

 

 

Summary of Contents for XT15-PT 2017

Page 1: ...ers Caravans 2018 Read owner s manual before using the equipment Third party component manuals should be read in conjunction with this manual Maintenance guidelines must be met or exceeded failing to...

Page 2: ...1 1300 4X4 4X4...

Page 3: ...ures 17 Operation 17 Trailer Plug Wiring 17 Breakaway Switch 17 Hand Brake 18 Adjuster 19 Correct Use of Your Electric Brakes 20 Important Safety Notice 20 Brake Adjustment 20 Brake Cleaning and Inspe...

Page 4: ...Manual content does not imply express or other any warranty the owner should read the limited warranty terms included in this booklet Before using this product you should be certain your tow vehicle...

Page 5: ...Newcastle Unit 1 2364 Pacific Hwy Heatherbrae NSW 2324 VICTORIA Melbourne 126 Canterbury Rd Kilsyth South VIC 3137 North Geelong 129 Douro Street Nth Geelong VIC 3215 WESTERN AUSTRALIA Wangara 63 Inn...

Page 6: ...rd Triplex 3 Burner with Oven grill Kitchen Construct External 304 Grade Stainless Steel optional sizzler BBQ Refrigerator Dometic Coolmatic 65 litre Water Tank 2 x 80L Fresh Water 1 x 80L Grey Water...

Page 7: ...h Current 2018 onward model XT15HR is fitted with a Vehicle Components ADR approved DO35 hitch Previous models may be fitted with a McHitch coupling For information on McHitch couplings and spare part...

Page 8: ...4 How to Hitch your coupling Here is a short guide on how to safely use your coupling to couple and uncouple the trailer from the towing vehicle Make sure the handbrake is applied prior to coupling an...

Page 9: ...he bump cover and then pushing it in a downward motion until the dust cover is secure there should be a slight click when it has been assembled correctly Test if the dust cover is connected to the bum...

Page 10: ...locking mechanism 2 is all the way back release the button 1 locking the plate in place STEP 2 Offer up the tow pin to the coupling making sure the tow pin cover is removed and there is no visible de...

Page 11: ...1 to release the locking mechanism there will be an audible locking noise at which point the mechanism will return to the initial position as shown in step 1 Verify the pin is correctly through the m...

Page 12: ...he button 1 and push the locking mechanism back 2 When the locking mechanism is all the way back release the button while holding the mechanism to ensure it does not spring back to the locked position...

Page 13: ...ing etc should be stored in the pantry cupboard Never load in a manner that causes the ball weight to exceed the limit of the tow vehicle Ensure no items can move during travel Secure all items to pre...

Page 14: ...to keep the trailer stable On soft ground you may want to use timber sole boards under the stabiliser feet Site Power The Projecta charger in your caravan is connected via the 15A exterior socket To u...

Page 15: ...nces use for seating Kitchen To extend the kitchen from the caravan press down the blue slide tabs and pull kitchen out The kitchen will lock into place when extended To put kitchen away again press d...

Page 16: ...caravan you should consider additional protection from the elements UV light and moisture can have an adverse effect on materials when left unprotected outside This section outlines some of the thing...

Page 17: ...wrench will ensure nuts are tightened correctly It s important to remember to check your wheel nuts at 50km 500km and 1000km and periodically thereafter The correct torque setting of 125Nm for 12mm st...

Page 18: ...fed into the system by the controller it activates the electromagnets in the brakes These electromagnets are energized and are attracted to the rotating surface of the drums which moves the actuating...

Page 19: ...E BREAKAWAY BATTERY SOURCE BE CHARGED DURING TOWING NSW REQUIRES A BATTERY MONITOR VIEWABLE FROM THE DRIVERS POSITION WITH A MINIMUM OF A VISUAL ALARM FOR LOW BATTERY VOLTAGE Hand Brake Parking brakes...

Page 20: ...diagram Handbrake Adjuster 1 below To tighten the handbrake cable turn the adjuster wheel D in a clockwise direction Once adjusted retighten lock nuts and test Always ensure that wheels turn freely w...

Page 21: ...skill of the individual doing the work will determine outcomes This manual cannot possibly anticipate all such variations nor provide advice or cautions as to each Accordingly anyone who departs from...

Page 22: ...e both shoes on each brake and both brakes of the same axle This is necessary to retain the balance of your brakes Be sure to replace your shoes only with genuine MDC parts available from our outlets...

Page 23: ...ns you are experiencing and the loaded weight of your caravan WARNING When returning to the highway or when increasing speed you must reinflate the tyres to correct highway pressures Failure to reinfl...

Page 24: ...fecycle from the battery fitted in your camper Always use a quality charger that caters to the voltage requirements of an AGM battery Absorption charging is from 14 6v to 14 8v float charging is from...

Page 25: ...24 1300 4X4 4X4 12 Volt Wiring Diagram XT15HR Standard wiring Diagram...

Page 26: ...25 1300 4X4 4X4 XT15HR Optional Redarc BMS30 wiring diagram...

Page 27: ...van is fitted with a Truma boiler hot water system Please read the manual provided with this system at the time of purchase For further information go to https www truma com au en products truma hot w...

Page 28: ...and flow through the burners Internal Kitchens and Hot Water Systems each have an isolation valve on their gas supply line Ensure the valve is turned on handle running parallel to the gas line when us...

Page 29: ...Individual camper set ups may differ depending on tow vehicle and any modifications made by the owner The table below is for guidance only Pre Hook Up Water Tanks full locking cap secure All latches a...

Page 30: ...velling your trailer on set up Stabiliser legs are not meant for correcting the trailer angle they are there to keep it stable when people are in it Using levelling blocks will extend the service life...

Page 31: ...hocks Covers Hard floor campers and caravans will benefit greatly from a storage cover Perishable fittings such as rubber seals and plastic will be protected from UV radiation Paint and gelcoat finish...

Page 32: ...31 1300 4X4 4X4 Trouble Shooting Electrical...

Page 33: ...ains pressure to pressurize tank Water tank is empty Fill water tank Kinked hose Check hoses ensuring none are fouled Damaged worn pump diaphragm Repair or replace pump Gas Problem Possible Cause Reme...

Page 34: ...setting Poor Brake adjustment Adjust Brakes Glazed brake Linings Re burnish or replace linings Overloaded trailer Correct loading Check at weighbridge Brakes Locking Poor Synchronising with controller...

Page 35: ...ffect and extend the contact patch of the tyre on the road Bulldust This phenomenon is common on outback roads Fine dust can settle in large holes obscuring them from unsuspecting drivers It is import...

Page 36: ...ons and availability of fuel before setting out to remote areas Shire Councils There are many resources available for planning your trip away Every state has a tourism website as so regional councils...

Page 37: ...e express written permission of MDC Any affiliates representatives associates agents suppliers resellers or similar of MDC shall have no authority to authorise or deny warranty claims on behalf of MDC...

Page 38: ...t will be made to provide all relevant information regarding the item on auction as per Australian law any and all goods bought at auction subsequently do not carry any statutory warranty Unless speci...

Page 39: ...38 1300 4X4 4X4 MASTERCLASS Tutorials...

Page 40: ...39 1300 4X4 4X4 Maintenance Schedule...

Page 41: ...ust if necessary Hand winch Check brake function and webbing Suspension Lubricate and check bushes for excess movement Torque bolts to 190Nm Brakes Inspect and adjust Check lining thickness and drum w...

Page 42: ...t 30 50 compression General fixings Check all structural fixing are secure Date Service Person Dealer Stamp 18 MONTHS 15 000KM SERVICE CHECKED Hitch Inspect for damage and lubricate Check bolt Torque...

Page 43: ...50 compression General fixings Check all structural fixing are secure Date Service Person Dealer Stamp 30 MONTHS 25 000KM SERVICE CHECKED Hitch Inspect for damage and lubricate Check bolt Torque to 76...

Page 44: ...50 compression General fixings Check all structural fixing are secure Date Service Person Dealer Stamp 42 MONTHS 35 000KM SERVICE CHECKED Hitch Inspect for damage and lubricate Check bolt Torque to 76...

Page 45: ...50 compression General fixings Check all structural fixing are secure Date Service Person Dealer Stamp 54 MONTHS 45 000KM SERVICE CHECKED Hitch Inspect for damage and lubricate Check bolt Torque to 76...

Page 46: ...50 compression General fixings Check all structural fixing are secure Date Service Person Dealer Stamp 66 MONTHS 55 000KM SERVICE CHECKED Hitch Inspect for damage and lubricate Check bolt Torque to 76...

Page 47: ...700 Ph 07 4927 2677 Email rockhampton statewidebearings com au Townsville Unit 2 502 Woolcock Street Garbutt QLD 4814 Ph 07 4758 8855 Email townsville statewidebearings com au Beresfield 11 Yilen Clos...

Page 48: ...Distinction Road Wangara WA 6065 Ph 08 9303 6900 Email wangara statewidebearings com au Wingfield Grand Jct Rd South Rd Wingfield SA 5013 Ph 08 8260 6299 Email wingfield statewidebearings com au Dand...

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