Operating instructions
Always observe the operating instructions and „Safety-
related instructions“ prior to starting! The vehicle owner is
responsible for correct operation of the appliance.
Function description
The Mover is a manoeuvring aid for moving a caravan without
the assistance of a towing vehicle.
It consists of two separate drive units, each of which has a
12 Volt DC motor. These units are attached to the frame of the
vehicle near the wheels and are connected by lateral bars.
Once the drive rollers have been engaged against the tyres us-
ing the provided wheel brace, the Mover is ready for operation.
The equipment is operated using the remote control facility,
which transmits radio signals to the relay controller. A sepa-
rately-installed 12 Volt lead-acid battery provides the relay con-
troller with power.
Safety-related instructions
Practice operating the Mover in an open area before using
for the first time. This to fully familiarise yourself with
the handset/mover operation.
Always check tyres and drive rollers before using the equip-
ment; remove sharp-edged stones and the like if necessary;
replace used drive rollers.
All persons (particularly children) must remain outside
the Mover operating area.
The distance between the radio remote control and the car-
avan must not exceed 5 m during manoeuvring!
In the event of malfunctions pull on the handbrake.
To prevent the caravan from tipping, direct the tow hitch
downhill when manoeuvering down a slope.
Never rely on the Mover as a „parking aid“!
Always first apply handbrake after manoeuvring, then re-
move drive rollers from tyres and block wheels (particu-
larly on sloping surfaces!).
Ensure that remote radio control is protected from unau-
thorised access (particularly by children!).
Never tow caravan with the drive rollers engaged, since
this can damage both the tyres and the towing vehicle.
All wheels and tyres on the caravan must be of the same
size and design (max. tyre width 205 mm, wider tyres can
be severely damaged by the rollers).
In order to ensure that the Mover operates correctly, the
distance between the tyres and the drive rollers must be a
constant 15 mm. All tyres must therefore have the same
tyre pressure as per the manufacturer’s instructions (check
at regular intervals!). Readjustment is required if tyre wear
has occurred or new tyres are fitted.
Do not use the Mover as a support when jacking up the
caravan, since this can damage the drive unit.
Do not leave sensitive items such as cameras, personal
stereo’s ect close to the Mover control box or motor cables
in the bedding locker’s. The strong electromagnetic fields
may cause them damage.
Remote Handset
a = on/off (press the button
twice within one second)
b = forward
c = reverse
d = left forwards
e = right forwards
f = left reverse
g = right reverse
If no buttons are pressed for
40 seconds, the handset and
therefore the Mover will turn it-
self off.
There is no on/off switch on the
caravan to be operated.
Manoeuvring the Caravan
Please read the „Safety-related instructions” before
using the Mover!
1. With the caravan free from the tow vehicle (handbrake on),
engage the drive rollers by use of the 19 mm AF wrench pro-
vided or the steady leg brace. The action will be quite stiff and
will snap into place. The movement required is just over 1/2
turn. Turn the wrench until it will turn no more without exces-
sive force. This action can be done on any side of the caravan
and will engage both sides.
Before operating the Mover, release the handbrake.
2. Press the red button on the handset twice within one sec-
ond. This will switch on the Mover controls.
3. The six direction buttons provide movement in six directions
- Forward, Reverse, Left forward, Left reverse. Right forward,
Right reverse.
4. The caravan will stop when the buttons are released or the
radio signal is too weak. Other radio transmitters and other
Carver Mover handsets will not cause operation of your Mover.
5. The Mover moves at a single speed only. The speed will in-
crease a little when going downhill and decrease a little when
going uphill.
6. Press the red button again to switch off the handset and
Mover.
The red button may also be used as an emergency
stop.
7. After manoeuvring, apply the handbrake first and then
disengage the drive rollers from the tyres.
Hitching to a Tow Car
1. It is totally possible to position the caravan’s hitch to a sta-
tionary car tow ball using the Mover, but take some care.
2. Use the instructions above as your guide. Use the button
controls to bring the caravan to the car (apply towing vehicle
handbrake and select gear). Use a button stabbing technique
to exactly position the hitch directly over the ball. Lower the
hitch to the ball and engage in the normal way using the jock-
ey wheel.
3. Hitch the caravan in the normal way ready for towing. You
cannot tow the caravan with the Mover engaged! Discon-
nect the Mover as described above before driving away, trying
to drive away with the Mover still engaged, will damage your
caravan tyres and strain your tow vehicle.
