You have just become the owner of a RACLET trailer tent.
This model has been strictly controlled at every stage of manufacturing.
In order to ensure you full satisfaction and many pleasant moments of relaxation, we
advise you to read carefully the following instructions.
BEFORE TAKING THE ROAD
CHECK
• Tyre pressure (correct pressure is indicated on the trailer body.
• That wheel mounting nuts are tight (the tightening torque shall
be verified after 25 to40 km, after 100 km and then periodically).
• That all lighting and signalling equipment functions properly.
• Loading (the maximum authorized weight under load must
not be exceeded). See that load is properly distribued (a bea
ring pressure of approximately 20 kg on auto coupling gear).
• That caravan coupling head is firmly secured to the coupling
sphere of your auto.
ON-THE-HIGHWAY
• MAINTAIN a sufficient DISTANCE from the vehicule in front
of you.
• When OVERTAKING do not forget when pulling back into your
Jane that the length of your vehicule is increased by that of the
caravan.
And HAVE A GOOD TRIP!
TO ERECT
1 - Detach arid bring trailer into position.
2 - Using the crank, lower stabilizer legs making sure that trai
ler is horizontal. If ground is soft place extra pads under the
stabilizer shoes.
3 - Remove cover ; spread underneath one of the platforms (it
will provide a means of waterproof storage).
4 - Open out the sleeping platforms.
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Automatic Fold-out
First swing out the left platform, then the right. Both platforms
are supported by adjustable telescopic bars to ensure a hori
zontal sleeping surfaces. The canvas is firmly attached to the
two platforms and opens out with its framework.
5 - Enter the center part of the caravan and force the roof bar
upwards ; it will automatically lock into position. The sliding parts
(black spherical heads) provide a rapid means of adjustment.
6 - Close door in tenting and stake latter to ground.
The bedding is ready for an overnight stop I
TO ERECT AWNING
«AUTOMATIC• ALUMINIUM AWNING FRAME
•
• Unfold the framework according to the notes on the reverse
of the plan.
• Position the sliding metal pieces along the ridge poles, over
the-folding joints. (Adjust the uprights (legs) to their minimum
position).
• Take the awning canvas out of the bag and lay it on the ground.
Position the main zips towards the trailer cabin. Slide the awning
canvas over the frame. Connect the awning zips to the trailer
cabin zips. (To assist you, attach the centre awning frame hook
into the cabin frame). Raise the uprights (legs) to a higher
position.
• Use the tie-tapes to fasten the canvas to the frame. Adjust
the tention using the ridge pole adjustments. _(Ensure the fra
mework is centrally positioned with respect to the roof canvas
reinforcing). Finaly adjust the uprights to achieve a suitable
set
of the canvas.
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STEEL AWNING FRAME
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• Lay out the different framework elements on the ground (see
diagram attached).
• Remove canvas from bag, spread out on ground with junc·
tion slide enclosures facing caravan. Attach awning ridge ele·
men ts to main caravan ridge bar. Tie cloth retainers and adjust
the tension of the tenting by means of sliding framework ele·
ments. Adjust the height of the feet.
• Completely close awning and stake tending to ground.
IMPORTANT: A protective flap is provided to shelter the zip
pers ; make sure it is correctly positioned.
• If your caravan is equipped with a ceiling lining, attach it star
ting from the center and stake side drops to the ground.
HAVE A PLEASANT STAY!
TO DISMANTLE
• The caravan canvas must never be detached from the plat
forms or the framework elements.
1 - Dismount awriing either fold it back over the roof of the trai
ler or detach and place inside.
2 - Unlock the two sliding elements of the framework.
3 - Swing the right platform onto the summit of the trailer body,
and then the left.
4 - Close the door and install the cover.
5 - Raise stabilizer legs.
If the canv1;1s was wet when folded ii must be aired and dried
as soon as possible (within 24 hours at least).
MAINTENANCE
CHANGING A WHEEL
• Lower the two stabilizer legs opposite the wheel to be changed.
• Loosen wheel mounting bolts.
• Lift the trailer by means of your car jack by placing it under
neath the axle or chassis longeron.
CAUTION : NEVER PLACE JACK UNDERNEATH FLOORING.
• Before removing wheel lower the other two stabilizer Jegs.
• Change wheel, replace and tighten bolts ; check tightness after
several kilometers.
TRAITER BODY
• In sheetsteel zinc-plated by electrolysis and coated wit h
polyester. II should receive the same care as your car body.
CANVAS
• Must not remain folded while wet more than 24 hours.
• RACLET cotton cloth is treated against mildew. Never use
detergents or solvents.
• Never allow the canvas to come in contact with insecticide
spray.
STORAGE
• RACLET trailer tents take up little space.
• If your trailer must be stored in the open, it is advisable that
all canvas be removed.