Loading Your Recreation Vehicle; Cargo Carrying Accessory Receiver (If So Equipped) - Jayco PINNACLE FIFTH WHEELS 2019 Owner's Manual

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Loading Your Recreation Vehicle

Never load the RV in excess of the GAWR for either axle. Over-

loading your RV may result in adverse handling characteristics

and damage to the RV.

DO NOT EXCEED YOUR GVWR! This means you should

weigh your RV as loaded for your normal travel to determine the

actual weight. If you exceed the GVWR, you MUST remove items

from the RV, or drain liquids, then re-weigh the vehicle to ensure

you have achieved a safe weight. Do not travel with full grey/

black holding tanks. This not only wastes gas but, depending upon

the location of the grey or black holding tanks, can affect handling

characteristics.

Store and secure all loose items inside the RV before traveling. Overlooked items can be-

come dangerous projectiles during a sudden stop.

Distribute cargo side-to-side so the weight on each tire does not exceed one-half of the

GAWR for either axle. Make sure any tie down straps (if so equipped) on appliances or

furniture are secure. Load heavy objects on the floor, or as low as possible.

Your recreation vehicle'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 GVWR and ensure you are loading the

vehicle as evenly as you can for the best possible handling. Ensure heavy

items are secured so they do not shift during travel.

Store items in areas designated for storage. Do not store anything in the

areas reserved for the converter, electrical panels or the furnace or

water heater, etc.

Receiver is for cargo carrying accessories ONLY. DO NOT tow any trail-

er or other vehicle. Load Limit for this receiver is 300 lbs Maximum. Use

for towing or exceeding load limit will void the warranty. Failure to follow

the instructions can cause the carrier to collapse or items to fall which could

cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

Maintenance Record

Section 3: Pre-Travel Information

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