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LOADING THE CARGO AREA
(See page 34)
To assure safe towing and travel, it is important the proper attention
be given to loading the cargo area. Caution should be taken not to
exceed the weight capacity of the cargo ramp, cargo area and the
GVWR of the RV. It is also important to make sure you comply with
all towing requirements of your tow vehicle. Refer to the tow vehicle's
owner's manual for towing requirements.
Weight Distribution
It is important to evenly distribute the load when loading the cargo bay
area. Failure to do so could adversely affect the towing and handling
or the RV.
The following guidelines must be used when loading the cargo area of
the RV.
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Load the cargo bay from front to back, keeping heavier vehicles/
items to the front of the cargo bay area.
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Load all vehicles/equipment evenly from side to side in the cargo
bay.
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Secure all vehicles/items to prevent load shifts during transit.
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After loading, weigh the trailer at the hitch, each axle, and each
wheel. Observe all trailer gross, axle, and tire ratings.
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If the weight of the loaded trailer exceeds any of the ratings as
listed on the certification label located on the front lower left
outside wall, remove or re-distribute the cargo load until the
weight(s) are less than the maximum ratings.
Make sure all vehicles/items in the cargo area have been secured
with the proper tie down straps and the cargo door is locked
prior to transit.
Air Vents
Typically (2) air vents are located on either side of the cargo bay and
are designed for airflow and ventilation when there is fuel powered
equipment in the cargo bay. The vents must remain open any time
equipment is loaded in the cargo bay, including during travel.
Both vents should be open to prevent gas fumes from building up in
the recreation vehicle. The upper vent should be positioned to draw
air into the unit, and the lower to direct the air out when the unit is in
motion.
To open the vent(s), firmly grasp the vertical bar in the middle of the
vent, and push or pull it to the left or right until it clears the notch in the
pivot base as shown below and the vent will open. To close it, pull the
handle until it returns to the center of the pivot base.
Vent Port Closed
Vent Port Open
(Exterior)
(Exterior)
VEHICLE OPERATION
Vertical Bar
Pivot Base
Vent Port Closed
Vent Port Open
(Interior)
(Interior)
PATIO DECK - REAR (IF EQUIPPED)
(See page 34)
Unlatch and swing the Tailgater Kitchen (if equipped) (attached to the
rear of the RV) out of the way to lower the rear ramp door. (Refer to
"TAILGATER CAMP KITCHEN (IF EQUIPPED - SEISMIC)" on page
85).
Manual Ramp Door
Patio support cables are attached to the ramp door and door jamb.
The door is made to close with the support cables attached. The
support cables must be detached from the door so it can be lowered
and used as a ramp. Re-attach the support cables before closing the
ramp door.
Safety Pin Cable
(Cargo Door)
Automated Ramp Door
(See page 35)
The RV needs to be level, and the patio support cables MUST be
detached from the ramp door and the door frame before the ramp
door can be closed. This includes the quick links on the door frame,
the safety pins on the ramp door, and the cables themselves.
Set up the Patio Deck (Automated Ramp Door)
Locate and secure the cables to both sides of the door frame and
cargo door, by fastening one end of the cable to the top of the door
frame using a quick link fastener. Tighten the nut on the quick link
fastener once the cable is in place. Lifting up the door slightly, secure
the other end of the cable to the cargo door by inserting the safety pin
through the bracket and cable. Secure the safety clip on the end of
the pin. Repeat the process on the other side of the door.
Side Rail Setup for Manual and Automated Doors
(See page 35)
To set up the side rails, remove the safety
pins (2 per post) from the
bottom of the rail posts. Lift
the rail to the upright position
and secure it in place by
inserting a safety pin through
each hole in the bracket and
the rail. Secure the triangular
wire safety clip on the end of each pin. Repeat the
process on all corner rail posts.
The patio deck is equipped with mesh end curtains
that snap to the door jamb of the rear cargo ramp
door (or the side patio door jamb) and to the frame
work of the railings. These curtains close off the gap
between the railing and the door jamb.
Quick Link Cable
(Top of Door Frame)
Safety Pin
Side Rails and Safety Pins
Mesh Curtains
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