Pre Towing Check on Caravan and Campers    

• Ensure that all 12 volt lights inside of van are switched off
• Close all windows
• Close all roof hatches
• Safety catch on fridge
• Stove and sink lid closed
• Check all cupboards are packed and closed
• Remove everything off bench tops that is not screwed down
• Close, lock and put safety hook on door
• Turn gas bottle off
• Remove TV antenna (if applicable)
• Remove power connection 240 volt
• Wind up all corner jack stands
• Close front stone shield and secure
• Check tyre pressures

Hook Up

• Check towbar, bolts and or pins
• Connect caravan towbar on to vehicle
• Check coupling handle has gone fully down on the drawbar and make sure cables are lose
• Remove jockey wheel
• Hook up safety chains
• Connect 12 volt 7 pin plug to tow vehicle
• Connect hot wire for fridge
• Connect hitch to weight distribution bars (if applicable)
• Check all lights are working
• Make sure roll out awning is secure and the locking mechanism is locked (If applicable)

Hints  

• After traveling 15 minutes or so, pull over where safe and check to see if everything is still in a secure position
• You should slide the manual over-ride button on your brake controller a few times when you start traveling. This will dislodge dirt and surface rust on the brake drums so that your brakes won’t grab on application
• When towing, your tow vehicle may require more pressure in the rear tyres, check your vehicles owner manual for directions.
• Ensure the van door is open when you lower or raise your poptop roof

Happy Caravanning from Avan Adelaide