Airstream 360 XC Land Yacht Owner's Manual page 14

AIRSTREAM 360 XC LAND YACHT OWNERS MANUAL
WEIGHING
The UVW, unloading vehicle weight, given in the chart above is the weight of the motorhome with the
options as ordered, and installed at the factory. To determine the actual weight of your vehicle with
personal cargo, water and LP, it must be weighed on scales. The most common are those used by states to
weigh trucks used along the highway. In rural areas grain elevators are a good source and another would be
a gravel pit. If you have trouble locating scales, a call to your State Highway Patrol will usually find them
very cooperative in assisting you.
WARNING: Do not exceed the Gross Axle Weight Ratings or the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating when
loading your vehicle.
SAFETY CHECK LIST
Your Airstream motorhome should be given a thorough safety check before a trip. Regular use of the
following list will provide safe operation of your motorhome and will help you spot any malfunctioning
equipment and correct the problem as soon as possible. The list is to help you and may not be all-inclusive.
Failure to heed many of the following items may cause damage to the vehicle or personal injury.
EXTERIOR CHECK LIST (BEFORE ENTERING VEHICLE)
1. Check condition of tires for proper inflation.
2. Turn off LPG valve on LPG tank.
3. Check that sewer connection, all external compartments and filler openings are properly stowed or
closed and/or locked.
4. Check that items stored on exterior of vehicle are securely tied down.
5. Would any items stored on exterior of vehicle present a clearance problem?
6. Lower and secure awnings/TV antenna.
INTERIOR CHECK LIST (BEFORE DRIVING OFF)
1. It is important that the main door and cab door be completely closed and locked during travel. As
an added precaution we recommend the dead bolt also be locked on the main door.
2. Turn off living area water pump.
3. Check that refrigerator door is fastened.
4. Check that nothing heavy is stored in overhead or high cabinets that could fall out and cause
injury. Heavy items should be stored in low cabinets.
5. Stow folding and pedestal tables.
6. Check that counter tops, range top, credenza tops and shelves are clear of even small items that
could become projectiles in an accident.
7. Do not cook while under way. Hot food or liquid could scald due to a sudden stop or accident.
8. Check that any internal stowage is securely held in place
9. Check that lights and switches are set in positions safe for travel.
10. Adjust the driver's seat so that you can easily reach and operate all controls. Make sure seat is
locked in position. Do not adjust driver's seat swivel or fore and aft mechanism while vehicle is
moving. The seat could move unexpectedly causing loss of control.
11. Check that front passenger's seat is locked in position - both fore and aft adjustment and swivel
mechanism.
12. Check rear view mirror adjustment.
13. Fasten lap belts.
14. Check that step light goes out and that electric step has retracted
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