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1. with torsion bar suspen fi sion or optional AL KO Air suspension ale this is integrated in the chassis frame side member i STEI EL Li Dependent on version must be specified at time of order AL KO amc Single Tandem Axle Towing with a Trailer General Notes Vehicles with an AL KO Chassis are approved for use with a trailer Technical Requirements If retrofitting a tow bar ensure it is fitted correctly The electrical functions and the electrical i circuit diagram will be found in the operating instructions supplied by the base vehicle manufacturer You should ensure that the maximum train weight as shown in the registration documents is not exceeded Towing a trailer also reduces the maximum gradient capacity of the vehicle Suitable rear view mirrors in accordance with road traffic regu lations are to be fitted Driving Information Trailer Use To achieve optimum results when towing a trailer please observe the following points Refer to base vehicle handbook for towing limits Do not tow with the vehicle empty and the trailer loaded If this is unavoidable please drive slowly to allow for the unfavourable weight distribution Always locate heavy objects close to the axle and secure Maximum speed limit is 100kph Ensure tyre pressure of vehicle is set at fully loaded setting Use low gear when travelling downhill2. the tread see arrow on diagram at 1 6mm depth signal that the European wide legal limit has been reached The lower the depth of tread the greater the risk of skidding For this reason we recommend that the tyre is replaced when the remaining tread has been reduced to 3mm Snow chains Snow chains must only be fitted to the front tyres drive wheels according to Individual Country Regulations Please also follow the instructions for use provided with the base vehicle Correct tyre pressure Uniform tread wear pressure to low Excess wear at the shoulder Excessive tyre pressure Increased wear at the centre of the tread NEIX Vehicle Technology AL KO amc Single Tandem Axle Changing the Wheel Do not use the jack for loads that are greater than the load given on the jack rating plate Ensure the vehicle is on a level firm surface B Changing Front Wheels Select first or reverse gear or P on automatic transmissions Apply the handbrake and chock the remaining wheel E Changing Rear Wheels Select first or reverse gear or P on automatic transmissions Do not apply the handbrake but fit chocks under the remaining wheels Onboard tools and chocks are usually located underneath the driver s seat The spare wheel is normally located at the rear under the vehicle floor If the vehicle is fitted with a special body you may find the spare wheel is installed in a special compar
3. user which will either prevent the seat belt adjusting devices from operation to remove slack or prevent the seat belt assembly from being adjusted to remove slack Vehicle Characteristics Nameplate The vehicle is fitted with an AL KO type plate which is located on the front cross member in the engine compartment This contains the following information ALKO KOBER AG A EC type approval number for single or he tandem axle vehicles De Stage 2 C C AMC sequential series number D Kg D Total permissible vehicle weight d kg E Total permissible mass for the trailer 1 sr kg F Permissible front axle loading 2 G kg G Permissible rear axle loading Axle 1 3 H kg H Permissible rear axle loading Axle 2 Typ J J AMC type description Note The permissible trailer load or permissible car and trailer weight can be taken from the vehicle logbook Vehicle Technology Maintenance see page 5 The instructions and recommendations contained in the User Manual and the Maintenance Instructions are still applicable Additional maintenance work for the AL KO rear axle assembly Rear axle requires lubricating re greasing every 20 000 Km or once a year whichever comes sooner The grease nipples are situated on the axle tube see sketch The following grease compound must be used for greasing the bearings on the axle Co CONDA Cardex 3746
4. vehicle jack must only be used when changing the wheel On no account should it be used for repair work under the vehicle Workshop Jack Vehicle Lift When a workshop jack is used the vehicle must not be loaded and it must be lifted at the points provided on the vehicle sides which are illustrated on page 15 To prevent damage a suitable rubber interlayer should be used When working under the vehicle the vehicle must be supported with suitable stands or placed on a vehicle lift Attention SS Never jack up the vehicle by the rear axle front axle oil sump or transmission SS When working on a loaded vehicle use a suitable hydraulic lift platform or work in an inspection pit SS Always consider the centre of gravity of the vehicle SS Before driving onto platforms check for low lying vehicle parts Towing The vehicle is provided with towing eyes at the front right below the bumper and at the rear left at the longitudinal frame member this rear towing eye is not standard on motor homes Only attach a tow rope or rigid towbar to these brackets Further towing information can be found in the operating instruc tions for the base vehicle Vehicle Technology Front Wheel Suspension Information on this section can be found in the Operating Instruc tions of the base vehicle manufacturers Rear Wheel Suspension Independent suspension AL KO trailing link torsion bar suspension axle with linea
5. 0 6000 Observe permissible car and trailer weights AL KO amc Single Tandem Axle General cautions for the use of seat belts The driver must comply with and have the vehicle occupants follow all the local legal regulations concerning the sue of seat belts WARNING Seat belts are designed to bear upon the bony structure of the body and should be worn low across the front of the pelvis or the pelvis chest and shoulders as applicable wearing the lap section of the belt across the abdominal area must be avoided WARNING Seat belts should be adjusted as firmly as possible consistent with comfort to provide the protection for which they have been designed A slack belt will greatly reduce the protection afforded to the wearer WARNING Care should be taken to avoid contamination of the webbing with polishes oils and chemicals and particularly battery acid Cleaning may safely be carried out using mild soap and water the belt should be replaced if webbing becomes frayed contaminated or damaged WARNING It is essential to replace the entire assembly after it has been worn in a severe impact even if damage to the assembly is not obvious WARNING Belts should not be worn with straps twisted WARNING Each belt assembly must only be used by one occupant it is dangerous to put a belt around a child being carried on the occupant s lap WARNING No modifications or additions should be made by the
6. 0 kg Extremely small lateral movements shaking to the side when loaded Each Steady is easy to operated using handheld remote control range 10m Strong electric motors with a robust planetary gear easy emergency operation guaranteed should there be a power failure Notes NEI Vehicle Technology AL KO Safe Optimum protection of valuable goods against opportunist access Locking provided by two solid round bolts Individual fitting vertically or horizontally Notes Vehicle Technology See the light feel the breeze EJ The REMitop vario Multifunctional Skylight gives caravanners the best of both worlds e CH The wind up skylight takes up very little space in the roof So there s plenty of room left for other appliances that help make caravan life comfortable Operating the skylight is safe easy and convenient Simply reach up and push the fold away handle to release it from the panel Now wind the skylight into the preferred position e Available in three sizes 400 x 400mm 500 x 00mm and 600 x 900m adaptable to roof thickness e Opening angle up to 60 gives maximum airflow ventilation level exceeds Australian standards e Plastic frame is lightweight yet sturdy double acrylic panels provide excellent insulation e Adjustable integrated blind system has darkening
7. AL KO amc Handbook NEO i Vehicle Technol for vehicles on AL KO ame Chassis Motorhome Chassis Service AL KO amc Single Tandem Axle AL KO International VIC 67 Nathan Road Dandenong South VIC 3175 Tel 03 9767 3700 Fax 03 9792 0877 AL KO International NSW 14 Toohey Road Wetherill Park 2164 Tel 02 8784 9400 Fax 02 9725 4557 www alko com au AL KO International QLD 62 Parramatta Road Underwood 4119 Tel 07 3386 6300 Fax 07 3808 1719 AL KO International NZ 1 Airpark Drive Airport Oaks Mangere Auckland Tel 09 255 5611 Fax 09 255 5612 From Swabia around the world AL KO s success story began in 1931 when Alois Kober founded a locksmith s in Kotz in Swabia Germany Handbrake cables were manufactured in series production as early as 1952 AL KO manufactures the first tested overrun braking device in Germany From 1961 the company started foreign subsidiaries in order to be nearer to the market and to serve customers better locally Austria was followed by Italy England France Switzerland and Spain AL KO founded a company in the USA in 1983 and a few years later in Australia New Zealand Asia and then finally in Africa LEO Vehicle Technology AL KO amc Single Tandem Axle Contents Accessories Air suspension Base vehicle manufacturers Brakes C Changing the wheel Characteristic data Chocks F Front wheel load Fro
8. SP or a lubricating grease approved by AL KO Note The rear axle must be greased when the rear axle is not loaded If the vehicle is fitted with AL KO Air Suspension the axle is maintenance free Air suspension specific data is to be found in the Instructions of Use AMC Air Suspension Handbook Rear axle lubrication nipple Ca 9 4 JO UOI 9911 AL KO amc Single Tandem Axle Repairs Repairs to the AL KO amc Chassis and the AL KO Axle may only be carried out by specialist workshops Accessories Because of the product liability obligations attention is drawn to the fact that accessories which are not original AL KO parts or which have not been approved by AL KO must not be fitted to the AL KO chassis AL KO will not accept responsibility for damage caused by failure to observe these requirements including consequential damage Please observe that all details contained in these Instructions of Use use approximate values Alterations to the design fittings and accessories are liable to change without prior notice No claims can be made arising from details illustrations or accessories published in this operators manual IEN Let WA AL KO Original Accessories AL KO amc load carrier Scooters small motorbikes and even transport boxes can be transported effortlessly on the rear The appeal of the AL KO load carrier is n
9. anufacturer of the base vehicle continue to be applicable The conditions laid down by the base vehicle manufacturer are only met if the correct spares are used the manufacturer s recommended spares are your guarantee that the necessary requirements are met Maintenance work that may be required on the AL KO rear axle see page 20 for more details Lubrication must be carried out every 20 000 Km or once a year which ever comes sooner Note Country specific regulations must be taken into consideration ZERO AL KO amc Single Tandem Axle SALE AL KO amc Single Tandem Axle AL K0 amc Single Axle Chassis Description of Conversion The orginal rear frame has been replaced by a hot dip galvanised AL KO lightweight chassis This chassis is connected to the cab by means of a special bracket assembly The original rear axle with leaf springs has been replaced by an AL KO axle with torsion bar suspension or optional AL KO Air suspension axle this is integrated in the chassis frame side member Dependent on version must be specified at time of order JH Vehicle Technology AL K0 amc Tandem Axle Chassis Description of Conversion The original rear frame has been replaced by a hot dip galvanised AL KO lightweight chassis This chassis is connected to the cab by means of a special bracket assembly The orginal rear axle with leaf springs has been re 7 placed by an AL KO axle
10. nt wheel suspension G Gross vehicle weight H High frame Instructions for Use J Jack 23 24 17 18 8 9 21 15 16 L Lifting Load per axle Low frame Lubrication M Maintenance Maintenance regulations Model overview N Nameplate 0 Onboard tools Ordering spare parts P Payload R Rear axle Rear axle load Rear wheel suspension Repairs 16 18 8 9 2 9 21 18 21 10 17 18 17 22 S Snow chains opare Parts opare wheel oteering T Towing Trailer and car weight Trailer coupling Trailer load Trailer operation Turning circle Tyre pressure Tyre pressures W Warranty Weights Wheelbase Wheels and tyres Workshop lift 13 14 17 16 18 10 18 10 19 11 2 11 9 18 19 11 12 13 16 NEIX Vehicle Technology Dear Customer Your vehicle is fitted with an amc chassis conversion supplied and fitted by AL KO International As a result the base vehicle has undergone certain changes The purpose of this manual is to familiarise you with your vehicle Please read the instructions printed in it carefully as proper regular care and maintenance will ensure that your vehicle keeps its value in many cases regular maintenance is also a prerequisite in respect of warranty claims May we wish you a Safe journey wherever you may travel AL KO International Warranty Conditions The User Manual and the Maintenance Instructions supplied by by the m
11. ot only the practical platform 2008 x 600 mm but also a payload of a maximum of 150 kg Removable quickly and without tools quick action closing mechanism Ramp 1974 mm long with chequered inside enables secure loading of the load carrier Variable fastening points for lashing straps via various rivet blocks in the platform Modern design high quality optical light carrier JH Vehicle Technology AL KO bikepack cycle carrier CH eat A A Easy to couple in place Fast comfortable loading and unloading for transporting cycles on the trailer coupling Anti theft device standard for carrier Anti theft device for cycles standard for bikepack premium Can be folded up using the foot pedal Easy to use if you purchase another vehicle with a trailer coupling Quadruple use Car drawbar for a caravan e Mobile home garage wall No expert approval T V DEKRA required AL KO amc Single Tandem Axle AL K0 amc Mechanical Corner Steady Robust construction of the AL KO Steady Load bearing capacity 1 000 kg Extremely small lateral movements shaking to the side when loaded Integrated swivel mechanism for freeing High quality surface protection Notto be used as a vehicle jack Electric Corner Steady Integrated swivel mechanism for freeing High quality surface protection Robust construction of the AL KO Steady Load bearing capacity 1 00
12. pleated material For stockists call AL KO on 1800 035 603 or visit dlKO COm au e Close meshed flyscreen makes for airy undisturbed sleep The REMItop vario Multifunctional Skylight is distributed in Australia by AL KO as agent for the German manufacturer REMIS AL KO International 6 Nathan Road Dandenong South 3175 Victoria Australia Tel 03 9767 3700 Fax 03 9792 0877 www alko com au We reserve the right to alter any specification without prior notice GB 01 2007 Order No 1564987 NE Vehicle Technology
13. r indenti fication shock absorber Optional fully automatic and electronically controlled air suspen sion if available must be specified at time of vehicle build Steering Information on this section can be found in the Operating Instruc tions of the base vehicle manufacturers Braking system Hydraulic dual circuit system Front Disc brake Rear Drum brake or disc brake Option of ABS or Non ABS Mechanical handbrake operational on rear wheels Vehicle Technolog AL KO ame Single Tandem Axle ehicle Technology Model overview X2 50 Turning circle between pavements Model Base Permissible Perm Perm Perm Max perm Single Axle Tandem Axle Vehicle weight front axle load rear axle load trailer load gross train weight Wines Its te RS TEM ae colo kg ke kg ke ke issu A Wheelbase in mm Turningcircle in m 3000 111 2450 14 1 AMC 35L 35 Light 3500 1850 2000 2000 5500 3000 mm7 7 3000 146 AMC 37L 35 Light 3700 1850 2000 2000 5500 S490 S800 3600 13 2 4000 15 8 35 35 Heavy 3500 2100 2400 2000 5500 3800 13 5 4200 164 4000 14 3 4400 17 0 1 e SE AMC 38H 35 Heavy 3850 2100 2400 2000 5500 TEN 149 TE 178 AMC 35HA 40 3500 2100 2400 2000 5500 4400 15 5 4600 16 1 AMC 40H 40 ane 4000 2100 om 2000 5500 EILEEN E AMC 42H 40 Heavy 4250 2100 2400 2000 5500 AMC 45HT 40 Heavy 4500 2100 1500 1500 1600 6000 AMC 50HT 40 Heavy 5000 2100 1500 1500 160
14. tment Please read base vehicle manufacturers handbook in respect of wheel removal Spare Wheel Removal Use a ratchet spanner and an extension to unscrew the bolts from the spare wheelcarrier Insert the wheel brace in the seat provided disengage the wheel carrier and then lower the spare wheel to the ground Remove the spare wheel from the carrier Using the wheel brace makes it easier to disengage and re engage the spare wheel carrier Slacken wheel nuts by approx one revolution Position the jack in the hole provided as shown on the adjacent illustration If the jack is not positioned where indicated then this may lead to vehicle damage If the ground is soft position jack on a solid support After changing the wheel retighten the wheel nuts cross wise Torque 15 inch tyres 160Nm 16 inch tyres 180Nm Insert the wheel which has been changed in the spare wheel carrier Engage the spare wheel carrier with the wheel brace Lock the spare wheel carrier using the two bolts provided Now stow the jack and the tool set back under the driver s seat Check the Tyre Pressures Vehicle Jacking Points Vehicle Technology Front Rear The jacking points are located in the shock absorber mounts on the left and right in front of the axle For tandem axle vehicles always place the jack on the shock absorber mounts on the 2nd axle AL KO amc Single Tandem Axle Vehicle Jack The
15. to avoid constant braking Wheels and Tyres Pressures Cold bars AMC 35L AMC 37L AMC 35H AMC 38H AMC 35HA AMC 40H AMC 42H AMC 45HT AMC 50 39 Light 35 Heavy 40 Heavy 40 Heavy 215 70 R15C 4 1 225 70 R15C 4 1 215 70 R15CP 9 0 215 75 R16C 4 5 225 75 R16C 225 75 R16CP 215 75 R16C 225 75 R16C 225 75 R16CP 4 5 4 5 NEIX Vehicle Technology AL KO amc Single Tandem Axle Information SS We recommend using camping tyres for all mobile homes SS Tyre pressures should always be checked with cold tyres Do not forget to check the spare wheel SS In order to make sure that tyres wear uniformly we recommend rotation of the tyres between front and rear axle every 10 000 15 000 kilometres Change tyres diagonally SS On tandem axle conversions tyre wear may increase slightly SS Never travel with the vehicle overloaded This can cause serious damage to the vehicle and to the wheels and tyres Wheels and Tyres The correct tyre pressure not only affects the life of the tyre it also affects vehicle safety since it changes the behaviour of the vehicle on the road The pressure of every tyre including the spare should be checked regularly and especially before you undertake long journeys Incorrect tyre pressure causes irregular tyre wear see illustration The tread depth should be at least 3mm although legislation only specifies 1 6mm minimum tread Signs of wear in
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