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

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 )

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