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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
Note that only single axle caravans are suitable.
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 (or suitable lead-gel
battery) provides the relay controller with power.
For an ease of operation, as an option, a cross actuation
device is available (please ask your dealer).
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.
No person must be present in the caravan during operation.
All persons (particularly children) must remain outside
the Mover operating area.
The distance between the radio remote control and the
caravan must not exceed 10 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.
Always first apply handbrake after manoeuvring, then re-
move drive rollers from tyres and block wheels (particu-
larly on sloping surfaces!). The Mover is not suitable for
use as a parking brake for a parked caravan.
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 released drive rollers
must be 20 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 (see „Installation of the
drive units“ point 4 and following text).
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 stowage box. The strong electromagnetic fields may
cause them damage.
The empty weight of the vehicle increases by the weight of
the Movers, which reduces the payload of the vehicle.
Remote Handset
a = On/Off slide switch
On (green LED illuminates)
Off (green LED goes off)
b = Caravan forwards
(both wheels rotate in
forwards direction)
c = Caravan reverse
(both wheels rotate in
reverse direction)
d = Caravan right forwards
(left wheel rotates in
forwards direction)
e = Caravan left forwards
(right wheel rotates in
forwards direction)
f = Caravan right reverse
(left wheel rotates in
reverse direction)
g = Caravan left reverse
(right wheel rotates in
reverse direction)
The remote control switches off after approx. 40 seconds if:
• no buttons are pressed
• one of the movement buttons is continuously pressed for
5 minutes.
The green LED goes off.
To reactivate the remote control, move slide switch to „Off“
and then back to „On“ after approximately 1 second.
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
provided 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
excessive force. Perform at both sides of caravan.
Before operating the Mover, release the handbrake.
2. Move slide switch (a) on remote control to the „On“
posi-
tion. This switches the Mover on.
3. The six direction buttons provide movement in six directions
– forward, reverse, left forward, left reverse, right forward, right
reverse. In addition, the „left forward“ (e) and „right reverse“ (f)
buttons or „right forward“ (d) and „left reverse“ (g) buttons
may be pressed at the same time to turn the caravan without
moving forward.
The Softstart makes the caravan start to move without
jolting.
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.
