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Caravan Service Schedule


Chassis and Running Gear
  • Coupling Head & Gaiter  -  Check for any wear, damage & Lubricate where needed
  • Ball Acting Stabiliser  -  Check pads for wear & damage  
  • Coupling Head Bolts Torqued 
  • Breakaway Cable  -  Check correct cable fitted, condition, routing and integrity
  • Hitch Assembly  -  Check operation, security & lubricate connections & moving parts
  • Drawbar Assembly & Damper  -  Check operation & Lubricate
  • Jockey Wheel  -  Check condition, operation & lubricate
  • Chassis  -  Check for damage, overall condition & security of assemblies
  • Chassis To Floor  -  Check mounting bolts for security & damage
  • Corner Steadies & Spare Wheel Carrier  -  Check for damage, operation & lubricate
  • Wheels  -  Check for damage & distortion
  • Tyres  -  Assess age & advise replacement if over 5yr old (  No legal requirement to replace due to age ! )
  • Tyres  -  Check condition & wear pattern ( including wall & valves) 
  • Tyre Pressures  -  Check & record tyre pressure ( including spare wheel if available )
  • Record Tyre Tread Depths (mm)
  • Suspension  -  Visual check rubber bushes & Dampers
  • Handbrake Mechanism  -  Check operation, adjustment & Lubricate where necessary
  • Brake Rods, Cables & Supports  -  Check operation, Adjustment & Lubricate where necessary
  • Remove Brake Drums  -  Clean & check bearings and seals
  • Refit Brake Drums  -  Torque to manufacturers settings
  • Brake Shoes  -  Clean & check condition of linings ( including springs & expanders )    
  • Adjust Brakes & Check Operation
  • Refit Wheels  -  Torque to manufacturers settings 
12 Volt Electrics

  • 12N, 12S  /  13 Pin Plugs & Cables  -  Check condition & test
  • Road Lights & Reflectors  -  Check condition & operation
  • 12V Fridge From 12S / 13 Pin  -  Check operation
  • 12V Charge From 12S / 13 Pin  -  Check operation
  • Interior 12V Lighting & Equipment  -  Check operation
  • Battery  -  Check condition, security, electrolyte level & lubricate terminals
  • Battery Voltage  -  Check voltage & load test
  • Wiring & Fuses  -  Check condition & verify correct ratings
  • Additional 12V circuits  -  Check fitted to correct standards 
  • Awning Light  -  Check condition & operation
  • Solar Panel ( if fitted )  -  Check operation and connections
Ventilation 
  • Fixed Ventilation & Openings  -  Check for fee flow of air & remove any obstructions
  • Rooflights  -  Check for damage & operation
  • Rooflight Blinds & Flyscreens  -  Check for damage & operation
Gas     ( Appliances NOT serviced unless requested - & subject to additional charges ) 
  • Regulator  -  Check fitted to manufacturers recommendations and date
  • Regulator Working Pressure  -  Check working  ( & Lock Up ) pressures and note readings (mbar)
  • Gas Bottle In Use  - Check if Butane or Propane in use ( Propane recommended for Combi Boilers )
  • Gas Tightness Test  -  Test gas system to IGEM/UP/1B Edition 3 ( or subsequent Current Std )
  • Appliances  ( Water Heater, Oven/ Hob, Fridge, Heating & Combi Boilers )  -  Check for operation and safety  
  • Pipework,  Joints & Flexible Gas Hoses  -  Check condition and date of flexible hoses
  • Flame Failure Devices  -  Check operation and safety
  • Gas Drop Holes  -  Check for obstructions 
  • LPG Sticker  -  Check Lpg sticker is fitted as its a legal requirement
 230V Mains Electrics
  • Lv Plug, Hook Up Cable ( When available ) & Earth   -  Check condition & safety
  • Consumer Unit  -  Check  security, RCD test button & MCB's for operation & safety
  • RCD Test  -  Test and record findings in accordance with BS 7671 : 2008 ( 2013 )
  • 230V sockets  -  Visual check of condition & polarity test
  • Battery Charger  -  Check safety &  voltage output @ battery terminals 
  • Fridge  -  Check operation on 230V 
  • Air Conditioning  ( if fitted )  -  Check operation only ( subject to climate conditions not affecting this test )
  • Additional Circuits  -  Check any additional circuits have been fitted to the correct standards
  • Microwave Leakage Test ( if fitted ) -  Check operation & carry out leakage test in accordance with BS EN 60336-2-25:2002
Water System

  • Water Pump & Pressure Switch  -  Check for operation & leaks
  • Taps, Microswitches, Valves, Pipework & Tank ( if fitted )  -  Check condition, operation and for leaks
  • Water Filter / Inlet Housing  -  Check for leaks and replace if requested
  • Waste System  -  Check condition & for leaks
  • Alde Antifreeze  -  Check for leaks, test strength & date replaced if applicable
  • Toilet  -  Check for leaks, pump operation, seals & blade operation
  • Drain Water System  -  Drain system ( winter only ) IF REQUESTED BY CUSTOMER
Fire & Safety
  • DIY Additions  -  Check for operation & safety of any alterations
  • Motor Mover  - Check its fitted to COP 305 standards and safe for use
  • Security Alarm  -  Check operation 
  • Smoke Alarm  -  Check operation, expiry date and suitability for use in caravans as per BS EN 14604:2005
  • Carbon Monoxide Alarm  -  Check operation, expiry date and suitability for use in caravans as per BS 50291-2:2010
  • CO Room Test - Carry out Room CO test and note readings ( ppm)
  • Fire Extinguisher  ( if fitted )-  Check correct type fitted and expiry date
  • Fire Blanket ( if fitted ) -  Check location and fixing     
Bodywork

  • Body Panels  -  Check for damage & Sealant condition
  • Doors & External Locks  -  Check for operation & damage
  • Door Locks & Hinges  -  Check operation & lubricate 
  • Body Attachments  -  Check security & Sealed appropriately ( including cycle racks, aerials & solar panels etc.. )
  • Floor  -  Check for De- Lamination and damage
  • Furniture  -  Check condition & operation ( including doors, handles & fixings)
  • Grab Handles  -  Check for condition & safety
  • Windows & Seals  -  Check for damage, cracks & blown windows as well as catches & stays
  • Door & Window Blinds  -  Check for operation, damage & tension
  • Damp Test  -  Test complete structure for signs of water ingress & note readings as per manufacturers recommendations
Service paperwork 
  • Once the service is complete, check the wheel torque with the customer ( if present ) & sign relevant paperwork
  • Record all findings on service sheet for customer
  • Note any repairs needed ( or carried out as part of service ) and explain to customer what's required to put any faults right including an estimate for any remedial work needed
  • Note all damp readings ( where applicable ) on separate damp report
  • Complete service invoice 
  • Return ALL switches & valves etc... to positions as found unless told otherwise
  • Log service with relevant manufacturer as per each manufacturers expectations. ( some require no service log )