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trailer
Caravan fitted out as a dwelling, usually pulled by an automobile.
tow bar
Metal piece attached to the caravan’s chassis; it comprises a towing hitch and enables the caravan to be connected to the towing vehicle.
propane gas cylinder
Tank containing a gas reserve for supplying the caravan’s stove and heating system.
lighting cable
Electric wire for connecting the caravan’s lighting and signaling system to that of the vehicle towing it.
landing gear
The towing hitch’s telescopic support, which props up the caravan when it is parked.
sun visor
Device protecting against the Sun’s direct rays.
retractable step
Folding apparatus attached to the door sill, for stepping up into or down from the caravan.
outlet
Device connected to the main current by an electric cord, which transmits the electric current to the appliances in the caravan.
door
Opening comprising a leaf pivoting on hinge pins, for entering and exiting the caravan.
storage compartment
Compartment for storing bulky objects, usually accessible from the inside and the outside of the caravan.
awning channel
Track where the edge of an awning is inserted so it can be spread out in front of the caravan.
roof vent
Opening in the roof, fitted with a cover, for letting in fresh air when parked.
side vent
Grille on the side of the body, for letting in fresh air.
grab handle
Vertical handle, placed at shoulder height near the door, that one holds to step up into the caravan.
towing hitch
Device placed at the end of the tow bar, securing the caravan to the hitch ball of the vehicle towing it.
hydraulic jack
Mechanism composed of a cylinder and a piston and activated by hydraulic pressure; it allows the landing gear to be deployed by turning a crank.
body
Rigid metal frame comprising the body of the caravan.
tow safety chain
Part of an antitheft device attached to the towing hitch, which stops anyone from hitching or unhitching the caravan.