I've created this checklist for those preparing for their first camper trip. It is also useful for rental , both at the time of booking and when picking up the vehicle .
It contains a list of tests and tests to be done to familiarize yourself with all the equipment and vehicle required for the camper, from the electrical cable to its documents. It does not contain a list of personal items, clothes, personal hygiene requirements, everyone knows how to organize themselves.
Two tips from the list for those who want to rent:
When booking a vehicle , check the possibility of loading drinking water at the time of pick-up.
While picking up the vehicle , check the inside and outside for scratches, dents, broken headlights, glass, furniture... and if you notice anything, write it on the rental agreement.
control List
documents
insurance certificate
insurance ? __________
downloadable __________
green card
tool booklet
caravan instruction booklet
stove and boiler instruction booklet
unit instruction booklet
Tenant's phone number for emergencies __________
roadside assistance for punctures?
Number to call for roadside assistance __________
Caravan features
approved seats on the go __________
beds __________
Dimensions and body
outer height __________
length __________
length __________
front tire pressure _____ Message. _____
vehicle equipment
spare wheel or tire set
jack
cross key for wheel change
service battery switch (usually under one of the seats in the cabin)
engine battery switch
jump start cables
triangle
high visibility vest
how much?
keys
double key set
theft protection
anti theft remote control
in winter check tires (min+s) and chains as specified in CdS (depends on destination too)
Fire extinguisher
check if some countries have mandatory equipment (fire extinguisher, first aid, light bulbs), read this article for more information
Cell equipment
Cable for connection to 220v column
leveling wedges
hose or other system to replenish water
cabin sun visors
gas bottles (are they full?)
propane loaded (for winter)
cylinder change switch
rear bike rack (as an alternative to the garage)
dangling load mark (for rear bike rack)
Tests and checks to be done
enable and disable theft protection
insert/remove batteries using battery switches (if applicable)
turn the controller on and off
turn lights on and off from the controller
turn the water pump on and off from the control unit
turn external light on and off
opening and closing the electric entry step (if equipped)
turn heating on and off
temperature regulation
turn the hot water boiler on and off
activate and deactivate the frost control valve (truma)
open and close the refrigerator
check how to change power supply type of refrigerator - gas/12v/220v
convert the dining room into a bed or vice versa (if planned to be used)
foldable beds
remove and reinstall toilet cistern
open/close gray water drain valve
open-close waste water discharge valve
open and close the water filler cap
open and close external cabinets
check how the roller selector works (if there are two)
check how the collision sensor works (if any)
check the position of the gas taps (usually under the sink)
check the position of the circuit breaker switch (220v)
check fuse position
check that the gray water recovery tank and toilet cistern are empty
check that the gray and black water drain valves are closed
Supplied kit or optional
wash set
Pots and pans
fork/plate
tablecloths and kitchen textiles
bedding sets
toilet fluids
camping table and chairs
camping table and chairs