6Pitching the caravan
Chapter overview
This chapter contains instructions on how to pitch the vehicle.
The instructions address the following topics:
z handbrake
z wheel chocks
z operation of the supports
z entrance step
z mobile waste water tank
z 230 V connection
z refrigerator
6.1 Handbrake
Firmly apply the handbrake when parking the vehicle.
In order to release it, press the safety knob (Fig. 13,2) and lower the handbrake
(Fig. 13,1).
Z Pitch the vehicle so that it is as horizontal as possible. Secure the vehicle to pre-
vent it from rolling.
Z Animals (especially mice) can cause great damage to the interior of the vehicle.
To prevent this from happening, regularly check the vehicle for damages or
animal traces after pitching.
Fig. 13 Handbrake
Z Prior to releasing the handbrake, lift the handbrake slightly. This enables the
safety knob which is subjected to spring pressure to be pushed in more lightly.
Z If there is any risk of frost, release the handbrake every now and then and apply
it again. This will prevent it from freezing or rusting. Prior to releasing the hand-
brake, secure the vehicle so that is cannot roll away.
