Caravan Chassis Handbook - Swift Owners Club

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ACCESSORIESJACKSThe Corner Steadies should never be used to jack up thecaravan. When jacking becomes necessary use the AL-KOSide Lift Jack or 2-Tonne Jack system.NOTEIt is essential that the car and caravan are hitched togetherbefore commencing jacking.All AL-KO chassis from 1992 onwards have 2holes punched in the chassis members, each side(rear of the axle); to accept the brackets for theJack(s). (See Accessory Price List). CornerSteadies may be used for stability ONLY,when the caravan is in the jacked position.The caravan should never be lifted byjacking up under the chassis member.If working under the caravan inan elevated position, axle standsmust be used for safety. Wheelchocks for the opposite wheel(s)are also advisable.JOCKEY WHEELAll AL-KO Jockey Wheels are removable and stow neatly on theA-Frame when the caravan is being towed. AL-KO Jockey Wheelsare hot dipped galvanised preventing corrosion and ensuringdurability. They incorporate a thrust bearing which greatly reducesthe effort required to manoeuvre the caravan.MAINTENANCELubricate screw thread and wheelspindle periodically.THE PREMIUM JOCKEY WHEELThe Premium Jockey Wheel is designed for usewith motorised caravan movers and features extrawide, grooved rubber tyres, swing arm suspensionand an integrated load indicator to gauge thenoseweight of the caravan. This saves time andeffort preparing for your journey.For more information about anyof the AL-KO Jockey Wheels,please visit our website atwww.al-ko.co.uk.42
ACCESSORIESSPARE WHEEL CARRIERSEach caravan has a set of punched holes in the chassismember to facilitate the fitting of a spare wheel carrier. Theassembly is of a strong, lightweight construction and zincplated for all-weather protection. There are 3 variants to suitmost AL-KO chassis (record your tyre size on this bookletfor future reference). The carriers can be fitted for left orright hand operation and are easy to fit. The telescopic frametubes should be lubricated periodically.RECORD YOUR SPARE WHEEL CARRIER INFORMATION HERE<strong>Caravan</strong> Make______________________________________________<strong>Caravan</strong> Model _____________________________________________Year of Manufacture _________________________________________Tyre Size (eg R195 13) _______________________________________Dimension (X) in mm (taken from the following diagram) ____________ca. 700275XHole Cluster forSpare Wheel Carrier43
Page 1 and 2: CARAVAN CHASSISHANDBOOK FOR VEHICLE
Page 3 and 4: AL-KO CARAVAN CHASSISHOT DIP GALVAN
Page 5 and 6: AL-KO CARAVAN CHASSISLOADINGLoads t
Page 7 and 8: AXLE TYPESMAINTENANCE AND CLEANINGM
Page 9 and 10: AXLE TYPESETI No.811...Fig 8 Reboun
Page 11 and 12: AL-KO BRAKING SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTStab
Page 13 and 14: AL-KO BRAKING SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTBala
Page 15 and 16: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSFOR AKS 3004
Page 27 and 28: COUPLING TYPES AK160 & AK300OPERATI
Page 29 and 30: COUPLING TYPES AK7, AK10/2 OR AK252
Page 31 and 32: COUPLING TYPES AK7, AK10/2 OR AK252
Page 33 and 34: OVERRUN DEVICESCAUTIONThe breakaway
Page 35 and 36: OVERRUN DEVICESEURO-OVERRUN DEVICE
Page 37 and 38: ACCESSORIESAL-KO AMS MAMMUTMammut i
Page 39 and 40: ACCESSORIES12345678910Fig 43 Fittin
Page 41: ACCESSORIESROAD WHEELSIn most insta
Page 45 and 46: TROUBLE SHOOTING & FAULT FINDINGTAB
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