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A small amount of preparation prior to a trip
will save a lot of time when traveling.
When loading heavy items into your Motor-
Home try to store them as low and centrally as
possible. This will aid performance and handling
of the vehicle. Remember even though an item
may not weigh much individually the sum
weight of several of these articles may be sub-
stantial .
When transporting luggage or other
cargo in your MotorHome, it is recom-
mended that all articles be secured in
place . This precaution will help prevent
such items from becoming projectiles in
the event of an accident .
The following emergency equipment is recom-
mended, at minimum
" Fire Extinguisher
" Hydraulic Jack and Lug Wrench
" Spare Tire
" Flashlight
" First Aid Kit
" Road Emergency Flares
" Basic Tool Kit
These items might be found useful :
" Plastic Bucket and Funnel
" Water Hose and "Y" Connection, in case of
two units on one water system
" Level
" Shovel
" Spare Automotive Fuses and Bulbs
" 2" x 4" Chocks or Blocks
The following checks should be made before
starting on a trip :
OUTSIDE VEHICLE
TRIP TIPS
CAUTION
1. Run through "Driver Check List" at the
beginning of this section.
2 . Check engine oil level.
3. Check fluid levels on batteries.
4. Visually inspect radiator coolant level .
5 . Fill windshield washer reservoir .
6. Check tire pressure, and inspect tires for
road damage, foreign objects .
7. Check operation of all outside lights .
8. Check that all exterior vents are unob-
structed .
9. Check and empty holding tank.
INSIDE VEHICLE
1 . Check operation of optional Power Level
System .
2. Check gasoline supply .
3. Check transmission fluid level.
4. Check power steering fluid level.
5. Check operation of windshield wipers and
windshield washers .
6. Check operation of brakes .
7. Check operation of interior lights .
8. Check all appliances and fixtures for proper
operation.
9. Check operation of motor generator.
10. Check and fill living area water system
11. Check and fill LP gas tank.
12. Check Maintenance Schedule folder to make
sure all periodic maintenance and safety
checks have been performed.
13 . After the vehicle has been loaded, check to
see that the vehicle's Gross Vehicle Weight,
and front and rear axle capacities have not
been exceeded . This check should be made
fully loaded including passengers. (Refer
to the "IMPORTANT INFORMATION
ON VEHICLE LOADING" section of this
manual for further information.)
Before leaving any camp-site make sure all
litter has been picked up.
When traveling in winter it is recommended
that the water tank not be filled until the des-
tination is reached . This will ensure that the
vehicle has thoroughly warmed up . The water
and holding tank systems should be drained be-
fore leaving for home . Also, at this time, put
some non-toxic, non-flammable anti-freeze into
the sink and shower traps. Heat tape has been
found useful in preventing pipe freeze-up,
where power is available . Some non-toxic, non-
flammable anti-freeze in the holding tank will
help keep the tank contents from freezing. The
recirculating toilet should be drained immedi-
ately at the end of the trip.
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