truma 60031 Mover SX Device Instruction Manual

Mover SX

Operating instructions

Symbols used

The appliance must be installed and repaired only by an expert.
The symbol indicates possible hazards.
Note containing information and tips.

Warning sign

The installer or vehicle owner must apply the yellow sticker with the warning information, which is enclosed with the appliance, in a location in the vehicle where it is clearly visible to all users (e.g. the wardrobe door). Missing stickers can be requested from Trauma.
Mover SX hereinafter referred to as Mover.

Safety instructions

Only competent and trained staff (experts) are permitted to install and repair the Trauma product and to carry out the function test, at the same time observing the installation and operating instructions and the currently recognized technical regulations. Experts are persons who, based on their specialist instruction and training, their knowledge and experience with Trauma products, and the relevant standards, can carry out the necessary work properly and identify potential hazards.

• Before using the Mover outdoors for the first time, practice with it to familiarise yourself with the functions of the remote control and of the Mover.
• The Mover SX may be operated only by persons of legal age who have been made aware of the potential risks when using the product and who are able to safely operate the Mover together with the vehicle. Never allow children to play with the Mover.
• Never use the Mover when under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication.
• Before each use of the Mover, check the tires and drive rollers and remove any sharp stones or similar.
• Inspect the system for damage before use. The system must not be used if it is damaged. Comment: Information was moved from the end to above but is not new.
• The side slide switch on the remote control (ON/OFF) also acts as an “Emergency Stop switch”. Switch the side slide switch to “OFF” immediately in case of any noticeable problems, e. g. uncontrolled behavior of the Mover.
• No person must be present in the caravan during operation. If this is not observed, there is a risk of injury.
•  There must be no persons (particularly children) within the turning and movement range (maneuvering range) of the caravan.
• Ensure that there is sufficient visibility and space.
• When engaging and disengaging the Mover, make sure that no hair, limbs, clothing, or other parts of the body can be caught by moving and/or rotating parts (e.g. drive rollers). If this is not observed, there is a risk of injury.
• Always completely engage the drive rollers. If the drive rollers are not completely engaged, the caravan cannot be controlled. If this is not observed, there is a risk of injury and property damage.
• During maneuvering, the distance between the radio remote control and the middle of the caravan must not exceed 10 m!
• In case of a malfunction, engage the parking brake and switch off the remote control.
• To avoid tilting the caravan, when maneuvering on slopes the drawbar should be pointed downwards (downhill).
• After maneuvering, always first engage the parking brake, block the wheels (especially on slopes) and disengage the drive rollers from the tires. The Mover is  not suitable for use as a parking brake for the parked caravan.
• Always protect the radio remote control from unauthorized access (paying particular attention to children).
• Do not put the ready-to-operate remote control in your pocket or lay it down, otherwise, functions could be triggered accidentally via the control knob or slide control.
• Never tow the caravan with the drive rollers engaged, as this may cause damage to the tires, the towing vehicle, and the drive units, as well as to attachments.
• All wheels and tires on the caravan must be of the same size and type. If this is not observed, there is a risk of injury.
• To ensure that the Mover works properly, the gap between the tires and the disengaged drive rollers must be 20 mm. All tires must have the same pressure – according to the manufacturer’s instructions (check regularly). Tire wear or fitting of new tires may require an adjustment of the gap between the drive rollers and tires (see “Installing the drive units”).
• When jacking up the vehicle, do not use the Mover as a support point as this could damage the drive unit and the vehicle.
• Sensitive objects such as cameras, DVD players, etc. must not be kept in the storage box near the control unit or the motor cables, The strong electromagnetic fields could damage them.
• The empty weight of the vehicle increases with the weight of the Mover, which reduces the payload of the vehicle.
• When engaging, make sure that there are no objects (e.g. stones, lumps of ice) between the drive roller and tire in particular.
• Inspect the system for damage before use. The system must not be used if it is damaged.

General instructions

The Mover is a maneuvering assistant with which a caravan can be moved without the help of the towing vehicle.
The Mover has been designed to cope with inclines of up to approx. 13 % bearing a gross weight of 2000 kg on a suitable surface.
Depending on the weight of the caravan, the Mover cannot overcome obstacles from a height of about 20 mm without an aid (use ramps). Due to the characteristic properties of a radio signal, it may be interrupted by terrain/objects. This reduces reception quality in small areas around the caravan, as a result of which the operation of the Mover may be briefly interrupted. In this case, the remote control must be switched off and on again.
When the Mover is switched off using the remote control, the control unit remains on standby. To completely switch it off, the battery must be disconnected or isolated from the power supply via a previously installed circuit breaker.

Power supply

For optimum operation, we recommend the Trauma PowerSet BC and high- performance Optima® batteries. Drive, lighting and gel batteries with sufficient capacity are also suitable.

Batteries

Recommended battery capacities

Starter batteries are not suitable

Charger
For optimum battery charging, we recommend the Trauma BC 10 charger, which is suitable for all battery types up to 200 Ah.

Notes for handling batteries

• When handling batteries, pay attention to the manufacturer’s safety instructions and data sheets
• Ensure that the terminal clamps are secure. – Secure battery poles with protection caps in order to prevent a short circuit
• When removing the battery, first disconnect the earth connection (negative terminal), followed by the positive terminal. When installing the battery, first connect the positive terminal followed by the negative terminal.

Battery care (including maintenance-free batteries)
In order to achieve a long battery service life, attention must be paid to the following points:

• Batteries should be fully charged before and after the current is drained;
• for stationary periods of longer than 24 hours, interrupt the power circuit (e.g. using a circuit breaker or disconnecting the battery poles),
• for longer stationary periods the battery must be disconnected and charged for 24 hours at least every 12 weeks.

In winter, store the fully-charged battery in a cool and frost-free place and recharge at regular intervals (every 12 weeks).

Function description

Always observe the operating instructions and the “Safety instructions” prior to starting. The vehicle owner is responsible for the correct operation of the device.
Please note that the Mover is only suitable for single axle trailers.
The Mover is a maneuvering system which allows a caravan to be maneuvered without the aid of the towing vehicle.
It consists of two separate drive units, each with its own 12 V DC motor. These units are installed on the chassis right next to the wheels and are connected with crossbars.
Once the drive rollers have been engaged completely against the tires using the lever provided, the Mover is ready for operation. It is operated exclusively via the remote control, which transmits radio signals to the control unit. A separately installed 12 V lead-acid battery or suitable gel battery (not supplied) provides the control unit with electrical power.
**** Always completely engage the drive rollers. If the drive rollers are not completely engaged, the caravan cannot be controlled. If this is not observed, there is a risk of injury and property damage.

Operating instructions

Remote control

Figure 2

Switching on the remote control

No other remote control function must be active when the remote control is switched on.
a = On /Off slide switch (also the emergency stop switch)
● On (LED 4 lights up*)
Off (LED 4 goes off)

• LED 4 flashes for approx. 5 seconds after the remote control is switched on until the system is ready for operation.

The following options are available for controlling the caravan:

The caravan symbol on the control knob indicates the current direction of travel (of the caravan).
The slide control allows the caravan to be moved forwards and backward without jolting, with infinitely variable speed control.

Slide control only
(Forwards, backward, and infinitely variable speed control)

• Slide control forward –> caravan moves forward (towards the drawbar) (both wheels rotate in the forwarding direction)
• Slide control backward –> caravan moves backward (away from the drawbar) (both wheels rotate in the reverse direction)

The further the slide control is moved from the zero position, the faster the speed.

Control knob only
Turns on the spot without forwarding or backward movement

• Turn to the right -> caravan drawbar moves to the right, the left wheel rotates forwards – the right wheel rotates backward, rotation around the middle of the caravan
• Turn to the left –> caravan drawbar moves to the left, right wheel rotates forwards – left wheel rotates backward, rotation around the middle of the caravan

The further the control knob is moved, the faster the caravan turns on the spot.

Control knob and slide control, Mover SX
Cornering forward or backward to the right or left

• Control knob to the right and slide control forward –> caravan moves forward in the direction of the drawbar in a right-hand bend
  Control knob to the left and slide control forward –> caravan moves forward in the direction of the drawbar in a lefthand bend
  Control knob to the right and slide control backward –> caravan moves backward in the opposite direction to the drawbar in a right-hand bend

• Control knob to the left and slide control backward –> caravan moves backward in the opposite direction to the drawbar in a left-hand bend

The more the slide control is pushed towards the end stop, the faster the movement.
The more the control knob is turned, the smaller the turning radius. The caravan can be maneuvered accurately by using the slide control and control knob at the same time.
The remote control switches itself off automatically after approx. 3 minutes if none of the buttons are pressed. The green LED 4 goes out.
To reactivate the remote control, move the slide switch to “Off” and then back to “On” ● after approximately 2 seconds.
There is no “On / Off” switch on the caravan itself.
The side slide switch on the remote control (“On/Off”) also acts as an “Emergency Stop switch”. In case of noticeable problems, such as uncontrolled behavior of the maneuvering system, immediately switch the slide switch on the side to “Off”.
The remote control can be switched on again only if it has been switched off for at least 2 seconds. If the remote control is switched off and on again quickly, it remains switched off.

Remote control LED flashing code and acoustic signal

LED 1 red| Displays the charging status of the caravan

battery

---|---
| good
weak
flat| LED off
LED lights up
LED on and LED 3 indicate a fault
LED 2 yellow| lights up in the event of a temporary malfunction, and an acoustic signal is also emitted in the event of overcurrent/overtemperature. The power is automatically reduced. Allow the system to cool down.
LED 3 red| Continuous fault
Green LED 4| flashes slowly until the radio connection is established when the remote control is switched on.
lights up when the remote control is ready for operation and the data link is stable
flashes four times with an acoustic signal if no button is pressed on the remote control within 3 minutes The remote control then switches off.
flashes four times with an acoustic signal if the radio connection is interrupted. The remote control then switches off

All LEDs are “off” and no acoustic signal
System off
(check remote control batteries)

Replacing remote control batteries

Use only leak-proof micro-batteries with a steel outer casing, type LR 03, AAA, AM 4, MN 2400 (1.5 V).
When inserting new batteries, take care not to reverse the positive and negative terminals.

Figure 3

Flat, used batteries can leak and damage the remote control. Remove the batteries if the remote control is not being used for a long period of time.

No warranty is given for damage caused by leaking batteries.

Disposal

Neither the remote control nor the batteries may be disposed of with domestic refuse, instead, they must be sent for recycling separately via a collection point. By doing this you are contributing toward reuse and recycling.

Uncoupling the towing vehicle

Secure the towing vehicle against rolling in accordance with the vehicle instructions.
Secure the caravan against rolling. Engage the parking brake and/or secure against rolling with wedges.
Before uncoupling, make sure that there is no tension on the overrun brake.
Uncouple the caravan from the towing vehicle, as usual, undo the breakaway cable, open the drawbar coupling and raise it slightly with the jockey wheel.

Manoeuvring the caravan

Follow the “Safety instructions” before using the Mover.
When the caravan is uncoupled, engage the parking brake to stop it from rolling.
When the caravan is uncoupled (engage the parking brake and/or secure against rolling), place the drive rollers on the tires using the supplied engagement lever.

Engaging

**** The Mover may only be engaged manually. Other aids, such as a cordless screwdriver, could damage the Mover.

• Attach the engagement lever to the toggle crank
• Turn the engagement lever in the direction of the arrow (towards the vehicle) until you can no longer turn it without excessive force.
• In the end position, the drive unit engages and the drive roller is pressed into the tire about 20 mm. Check that this is the case on both sides before maneuvering.
• Remove the engagement lever.

Figure 4

Both drive rollers must be pressed firmly against the tire (Figure 4).
**** Before operating, the Mover disengages the parking brake and removes any wheel blocks.

Move the slide switch (a) on the remote control to the “On” position ● – the green LED flashes in combination with the acoustic signal for approx. 5 seconds until the control unit is ready for use.
Precise movement in all directions is possible using the control knob and the slide control.
When the control knob or slide control is released, or if the radio signal is interrupted or becomes too weak, the caravan stops moving immediately. Radios and other Mover remote controls will not start your Mover.
After start-up, the Mover moves at a steady speed (depending on the setting on the slide control). The speed increases slightly on downhill slopes and decreases on uphill slopes. System factors mean that the speed increases on slopes.

To reduce the speed, it is necessary to stop often (slide control in the idle position) and then start again.
After maneuvering the Mover, engage the parking brake before disengaging the drive rollers to prevent the caravan from rolling.
Switch the Mover off only when the drive units are completely disengaged.
Slide the slide switch of the remote control to the “Off” position to switch off the remote control and the Mover.
The side slide switch on the remote control (On / Off) also acts as an “Emergency Stop switch”. Switch the side slide switch to “Off” immediately in case of any noticeable problems, e. g. uncontrolled behavior of the maneuvering system.
The remote control can be switched on again only if it has been switched off for at least 2 seconds. If the re- mote control is switched off and on again quickly, it remains switched off.

Coupling to a towing vehicle

The Mover allows a caravan to be coupled to a towing vehicle accurately. However, this requires care and a degree of practice.
Move the towing vehicle close to the caravan (engage the parking brake and put it in gear).
In order to position the caravan precisely, operate the control knob or slide control until the caravan’s coupling is located directly above the ball coupling on the towing vehicle. Then couple the caravan to the vehicle by lowering the jockey wheel in the usual manner.
After coupling the caravan to the towing vehicle, disengage the drive rollers of the Mover SX.

Disengaging

The Mover may only be disengaged manually. Other aids, such as a cordless screwdriver, could damage the Mover.

• Attach the engagement lever to the toggle crank.
• Turn the engagement lever (away from the vehicle wheel) until the driver roller engages securely in the end position.
• Remove the engagement lever.

Check that both drive rollers are completely disengaged (Figure 5).

Figure 5

Prepare the caravan for towing in the usual way.
**** Before driving off, make sure that the drive rollers are completely disengaged Otherwise there is a risk of considerable damage to the Mover, caravan, and towing vehicle.

Maintenance

Keep drive units clear of coarse road dirt. When cleaning the caravan, hose off the Mover SX and clean with a soft brush. Make sure that no stones, twigs etc. are trapped in it. The control unit does not require servicing. The remote control must be kept in a dry place.
**** Do not use a high-pressure cleaner to clean the Mover.
Clean the Mover as described above every year (or before preparing for winter).
Do not park the caravan with engaged drive rollers, otherwise, the tires could be damaged.
To prevent the battery from becoming totally discharged during long periods of inactivity, it must be disconnected and then recharged from time to time. Charge the caravan battery before starting up.
It is extremely easy for you or your caravan dealer to perform checking and maintenance of your Mover during the annual inspection of your caravan. If in doubt, please contact Trauma Service (www.truma.com).

Checks

• Check the installation, wiring, and connections for damage at regular intervals. The drive units must be able to move freely, and the spring must automatically return them to the safe idle position when they are disengaged. If this is not the case, check the drive units for dirt or corrosion on their guides, and have them cleaned by trained specialists if necessary.

• Check the tire pressure and that the drive rollers have the correct gap to the tires when disengaged. This is 20 +/- 1 mm. If the gap is larger, have it corrected by a specialist shop. – After replacing tires, check the gap between the Mover and the tires and, if necessary, have it adjusted by a specialist shop.
  **** If the gap between the drive rollers and tires is too large or if the tire pressure is too low, there is a risk that the rollers will not engage completely with the right pressure which could cause considerable property damage and/or injury due to sliding drive rollers.

• After the annual inspection, check whether all motors respond properly to the commands from the remote control.

• At least every 2 years have a trained expert check that there is no rust on the Mover, that the attachments are still firmly attached, and that all safety-relevant parts are undamaged.

Troubleshooting

Check that the batteries in the remote control are in good condition.
Check that the caravan battery is in good condition and is fully charged. Please note that battery performance can deteriorate considerably at cold ambient temperatures.
Check that the fuse in the battery connector cable is in order.
If the fuse is defective, check the connector cable for possible short circuits.
In the event of a system error (remote control LED 3 lights up red), engage the parking brake, switch off the remote control and switch it back on again after 2 seconds
Reset with the parking brake engaged – approximately 10 seconds – (disconnect the battery terminals briefly or disconnect it with the battery cut-off switch).
If these actions do not remedy the problem, please contact Truma Service.

Pairing the electronic control unit with the radio remote control

The remote control and control unit are paired in the factory.
If the control unit or the remote control is replaced, they must be paired again as described below.
Check that installation has been carried out in accordance with the installation instructions, and make sure that the drive rollers are not touching the tires. Check that the caravan battery is properly connected and is in good condition.
Read the following instructions beforehand, as you only have limited time for pairing (approx. 10 seconds).
You will need a pen, a small screwdriver, or similar to press the reset button (k).

• Switch off the remote control with the slide switch (a).
• After switching on the control unit (e.g. battery cut-off switch), wait (for about 15 seconds) until the red LED (j) starts flashing slowly.
• Press the reset button (k) on the control unit (LED (j) flashes more rapidly) until the red LED (j) flashes very rapidly.
• Turn the control knob (b) all the way to the left and hold it in place
• push the slide control (c) all the way forwards and hold it in place, and at the same time switch on the remote control using the slide switch (a). Release the control knob (b) and slide control (c) within 10 seconds.
• When the devices have been successfully paired, the red LED (j) on the control unit flashes very rapidly and the green LED 4 on the remote control remains permanently on.

If the pairing was unsuccessful, the red LED (j) flashes and you have to repeat the process.

Figure 6

Declaration of conformity

Refer to the appendix

Technical Data

Description
Mover SX
Area of use
Single-axle caravans with a gross weight of up to 2000 kg
Operating voltage
12 V DC
Power consumption
Approx. 20 A on average
Maximum 120 A
Quiescent current consumption
< 20 mA
Remote control frequency
Class 1, 868 MHz
Speed
Approx. 16 cm per second (depending on weight and slope)
Weight
Approx. 35 kg
(including cross actuation device)

Manufacturer’s Warranty

1. Scope of Manufacturer’s Warranty
   As the Manufacturer of the appliance, Truma undertakes a warranty towards the Consumer that covers any material and/or manufacturing defects of the appliance.
   This Warranty is applicable in EU member states as well as in the United Kingdom, Iceland, Norway, Switzerland, and Turkey A Consumer is the natural person who was the first one to purchase the appliance from the Manufacturer, OEM, or dealer, and who neither resold the appliance in a commercial or self- employed professional capacity nor installed it for a third party in such a capacity.
   The Manufacturer’s Warranty covers any of the aforementioned defects that occur within 24 months upon concluding the purchase agreement between the seller and the Consumer
   The manufacturer or an authorized service partner undertakes to remedy such defects through subsequent fulfillment, i.e. at its discretion either by repairing or replacing the defective item. Defective parts shall become the property of the manufacturer or the authorized service partner. If the appliance is no longer manufactured at the time of defect notification and if replacement delivery has been opted for, then the Manufacturer may deliver a similar product.
   If the Manufacturer remedies a defect under its Warranty commitment, the term of the Warranty shall not start again with regard to the repaired or replaced parts; rather, the original warranty period shall continue to be applicable to the appliance.
   Only the Manufacturer itself or an authorized service partner shall be entitled to conduct a warranty job. Any costs that occur in the event of a warranty claim shall be settled directly between the authorized service partner and the Manufacturer. The Warranty does not cover additional costs arising from complicated removal or installation jobs on the unit (e.g. dismantling of furnishings or parts of the vehicle body), and neither does it cover travel expenses incurred by the authorized service partner or the Manufacturer.

2. Warranty exclusions
   No warranty claim shall be applicable under the following circumstances:
   – Improper use, contrary to the specified use
   – Improper installation, assembly, or commissioning, contrary to operating or installation instructions
   – Improper operation, contrary to operating or installation instructions, particularly maintenance, care, and warning notes
   – Instances where repairs, installations, or any other procedures have been conducted by non-authorized partners
   – Consumable materials and parts which are subject to natural wear and tear
   – Installation of replacement, supplementary or accessory parts that are not original Manufacturer’s parts and which have thus caused a defect
   – Damage arising from foreign substances (e.g. oils, plasticizers in the gas), chemical or electrochemical influences in the water, or cases when the unit has come into contact with unsuitable substances (e.g. chemical products, unsuitable cleaning agents)
   – Damage caused by abnormal environmental or unsuitable operating conditions
   – Damage caused by force majeure or natural disasters or any other influences not within Truma’s responsibility
   – Damage resulting from improper transport

3. Making a warranty claim
   The warranty must be claimed with an authorized service partner or at the Truma Service Centre. All the relevant addresses and phone numbers can be found at www.truma.com, in the “Service” section.
   To ensure a smooth procedure, we would be grateful if you could have the following details ready before contacting us:
   – Detailed description of the defect
   – Serial number of the appliance
   – Date of purchase
   The authorized service partner or the Truma Service Centre will then specify the further procedure. To avoid transport damage, the affected appliance must only be shipped by prior arrangement with the authorized service partner or the Truma Service Centre.
   If the warranty claim is recognized by the Manufacturer, then the transport expenses shall be borne by the same. If no warranty claim is applicable, the Consumer will be notified accordingly and any repair and transport expenses shall then be the Consumer’s liability.
   We ask you not to send in an appliance without prior arrangement.

EU Declaration of Conformity
Document no.: 600168-000-03
This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer):
Name: Truma Geratetechnik GmbH & Co. KG
Address: Wernher-von-Braun-Strafle 12, 85640 Putzbrunn Germany
Product:
Function: Manoeuvring System
Type: Mover SX
Versions: Mover SX
The product is in conformity with the relevant Union harmonization legislation:
2014/53/EU Radio Equipment Directive
The following (harmonized) standards and other technical specifications were used:
EN 300 220-1 V3.1.1; EN 300 220-2 V3.1.1
EN 301 489-1 V2.1.1; EN 301 489-3 V2.1.1
EN 62368-1:2014/AC:2015
EN 60335-1:2012/A11:2014
The KBA, 24932 Flensburg, Germany issued the type approval(s):
El 10R-05 8280
Signed for and on behalf of:
Truma Geratetechnik GmbH & Co. KG

Lars Ludwig
Managing Director Technical

Should problems occur, please contact the Truma Service Centre or one of our authorized service partners (see www.truma.com)?
In order to avoid delays, please have the unit model and serial number ready (see type plate).

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