Traveling; Weights And Cargo Capacity - Jayco COVE 2002 Owner's Manual

TRAVELING

Weights and Cargo Capacity

For safety reasons, it is very important to provide park trailer owners with the most accurate weight
information available. The "Federal Certification" label (Fig. 8-2), located on the roadside front
corner of the park trailer is shown here. Several weight terms an owner needs to understand when
operating a towable park trailer are defined on the "Trailer Weight Information" label (Fig. 8-3),
which will be found on the back of a cabinet door in the kitchen base cupboard. An important term in
addition to the label information is the GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating). The GAWR is the
maximum weight rating that components of each axle are designed to support (i.e. tires, brakes,
springs, axle). Make sure that you review and understand the weight terms and information.
The weight provided in the Jayco literature for your park trailer is based on standard equipment on
that particular model and is "dry" (i.e. no liquids of cargo). Remember that any options or personal
cargo added must be subtracted from the available cargo capacity. Never exceed the gross vehicle
weight rating of your park trailer.
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WARNING: Do not add accessories or components that are not safe and appropriate
for this product. Jayco, Inc. DOES NOT provide warranty coverage for equipment
installed by dealer or owner for such modifications or additions. Any such
modifications effect weight specifications, and can adversely affect handling and
stability of the trailer, as well as accelerate wear to other components.
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WARNING: Your park trailer's load capacity is designated by weight, not by volume,
so you cannot necessarily use all available space when loading the vehicle. Do not
exceed your gross vehicle weight capacity and ensure you are loading the trailer as
evenly as you can for the best possible handling. Ensure heavy items are secured so
they do not shift during travel.
Transporting Your Park Trailer
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