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What Other Caravanners Have Said
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Elddis Hurricane XL 2000 Battery not charging when on mains
How do I find and check the fuses on the leisure battery system as my battery is not charging while connected to 240 v mains ?
Electrical distribution board no 12v power? Abi 1989
On my distribution board if i knock off the charger while its on caravan mode i have no power to my 12v system even though i have a full recharged battery. …
Abi lights
Hi. I have an Abi Herald Jubilee which is 1993 and even with a new battery the lights only work when the van is plugged in.
I know there 12 volt but …
Electrics tripping to static caravan from outside power supply
Electric tripping at outside small stand alone power point between main electric house and caravan small power point 2 metres away from caravan. It never …
12v water pump is working but 12v light have stopped working!
Hi, I bought a really old caravan a couple of months ago which I have now fixed up and use as a spare bedroom in my garden. When I went to check on it …
2007 Bailey Bordeaux 6 electrical fault
When connected to mains power my on-board DC voltmeter goes off the clock (more than 16 volts DC. What do I need to fix or check?
As I understand the …
Control panel
Hi I've just been on my second trip in my Abbey Expression 2009 and couldn't get my panel to go onto mains only without the battery light showing yet I …
Outside lights fail, no indicators or brake lights
After towing our Swift challenger for about a hour all the outside lights on the van fail, no indicators or brake lights.
The ones on the car are fine, …
Zig x70 wiring
I have one Red and one Brown and White wire. Which ports do they plug into on a zig x70? There are 4 numbered ports and led drive and a auto power.
…
Double power supply towbar
Why does the Delta 560-5hl have two power points on caravan towbar, do u have to have two power points or can you use one?
Water heater
I have just purchased a 1992 Fleetwood Colchester
Does water have to be filled into the heater separately or does it draw it from water bottle ?Type …
Tracker monitor
I want to disconnect the tracker monitor on my Bailey Pegasus 1, 514. Is there an easy way to do this?
Electrolux fridge does not come on
I have a Swift Corniche 14/2 and I can't get the Electrolux fridge to light. The gas is on as the hob works. There is a spark on the ignitor but fridge …
Elddis Xplore 304 plug sockets not working
I own an Elddis Xplore 304 & need help if anyone can give advice. None of my plug sockets are working but everything else that runs on the electric works …
Lighting - Bailey Wyoming 2005
We have a Bailey Wyoming 2005 the lights flicker and the toilet flush does not work.
Anyone help.....
No electrics - Bailey Pageant imperial 1997
Does any one have any idea why i have no electrics in my Bailey Pageant imperial 1997 ?
Just got back from Le Mans 24 hours everything was o.k until …
Battery - Buzzing Sound
Hi
I have just purchased a Fleetwood Colchester 2003. We are getting ready to go out in it, we hooked up the caravan electric's to the car - we heard …
No electric sockets - Bailey Corsair Maru
I have a Bailey Corsair Maru 2 berth but discovered there is so plug sockets in the van.
Is it possible to put a 240 volt electrics on this van please? …
12v fuse box - Bailey Pageant Imperial
I can get the fridge running but i have got to remove fuse, for the battery to charge when hitched to car. Also if i flick the fridge 12v switch on and …
No power to awning light - Abbey Freestyle
I am in the process of changing the awning light on my Abbey Freestyle (2002). There is no longer power coming to the terminal points.
I have been …
Water System
I have tested and repaired a few things and changed a micro switch, I will test it next time I go out.
Thanks for your time and trouble, I will keep …
Caravan electrics issue? - 2008 Bailey Pageant
Hi
I am staying in my van and woke up to the 230v sockets not working.
I have checked the RCD that supplies the pitch with electric and it is in …
Caravan awning size - 2004 Ace Aristocrat
What size awning do I need for a 2004 Ace Aristocrat caravan?
Replacing gas cooker
My gas cooker is old and faulty. I need to buy a cooker that will fit into a space of 50cm w x 50cm d, any suggestions as to where i can buy one?
Battery charger - Coachman Pastiche 390 2 2000
What type of 12v charger is fitted ?
Battery Charger - 2010 Swift Charisma 550
Trickle charger on my 2010 Swift charisma 550 is over charging batteries. Wrecked one last year and started to over charge my new one.
Overdoor light cover removal
how do you get into the light fitting to change the bulb?
Tyre Pressure - Abbey Somerset
what is the tyre pressure for a Abbey Somerset caravan?
Changing Stop Tail Light Bulb - Romahome
How do you change the stop tail light bulb?
Thetford Cassette Toilet
Hello my Thetford toilet has the toilet roll holder which pulls out and I get at my pump there which is submersed in flushing fluids ?
Which model …
Solid Construction
Have been an ardent motor-caravanner for upward of 30 years without a grey hair, worrying about damp problems. Now that I have sold the motorhome and am …
Internal Light Cover - Sterling Europa 550
I am finding it puzzling as to how to remove cover of an internal light to change a bulb. I have a Sterling Europa 550 caravan year 2011.
Shower - Elddis Superstorm Caravan
I have a Elddis Superstorm caravan it is a 2008. I can not find were to fill my shower with water?
Thanks for any help.
Hot Water - Abbey Vogue 460
Can't get the hot water to heat up, Vet Open, Cold water running doesn't heat up any ideas?
Needed Manual for Abbey GT 1988
I have a 1988 Abbey GT caravan but I bought the caravan without a manual and don't know how to get the water, shower and sink functioning. Does anyone …
water connection for bessacarr cameo 470gl
Hi,
Can anyone tell me where I connect the pump for the water tub to a Bessacarr Cameo 470 GL
Thanks
There should be a small flap on the …
How do I find out what size awning I need
Hi,
I have looked through you page to find information on how to measure to find out what size awning I need. Please can you advise me on how to do this. …
touring caravan registration fee
I am filling in the above document and it asks you to send a fee. However, there doesnt seem to be a fee on the form. How much is it so I can send the …
Battery Storage
I find that the battery compartment door is difficult to close now I have bought and fit my battery.
My caravan is a Coachman VIP and I am using a 110amp …
Elddis Wisp 450ct
I have a problem with the left and right windows..they are both ready to drop out..cracked at the top due to someone trying to break in..Where can I find …
Fire Safety Questions
We were considering buying our first caravan, and this site has fab info! thank you. I was just reading the insurance page where the lady had an awful …
