Planning And Preparation - Fleetwood 1974 Southwind Owner's Manual

PLANNING & PREPARATION
d, Check that jack, jack handle and lug wrench
are properly stowed.
Plan your trip and organize all preparations before
you leave. Proper preparation can be the key to
getting the most enjoyment from your motor home.
The following suggestions are provided' only as a
guide. Review them carefully before starting on your
first trip. Refer to the list when on trips and make
note of items forgotten to make subsequent trips
even more enjoyable.
• Plan your route carefully. Consult maps ,and
guidebooks (available at most bookstands and
newstandsl, to become aware beforehand of any
road conditions, campsite availability and other
ci rcu mstances.
• BE SURE ALL EQUIPMENT IS SERVICED AND
READY FOR TRAVE
L. Check the following items:
a. Check all fluids including:
Motor Home Engine crankcase oil
Transmission fluid
Power steeri ng fl u id
Radiator recovery system reservoir level
Master cylinder brake fluid
Electrolyte level of batteries
Windshield washer reservoir level
b. Inspect wheel lugs for tightness. Examine all
tires for road damage, then inflate to the
proper pressures as recommended for the
tire size and the operating conditions appro-
,priate for your motor home as directed in
the chassis operator's manual. In using your
Chassis OPerator's Manual, note that tire
pressures are given for cold tires which are to
be used under nominal driving and load
conditions, and also for unusual operating or
load conditions. Always refer to the procedures
applicable to your motor home.
c. Check oil level in the generator power plant
(if installed). Refer to instructions and main-
tenance manual provided by, ,the generator
manufacturer for other pre·use service re-
quirements applicable to this equipment.
Check that extra oi I and other service suppl ies
are provided for the generator power plant if
the motor home is to be used for extended
periods.
e. Check that the 115 volt power supply cord
is properly stowed in compartment. A power
supp'ly cord adapter may be required in some
camping areas. Be sure to use adapters which
provide proper electrical ground.
f. Check that a serviceable fire extinguisher is
secured in the mounting bracket.
g. Verify that all items you plan to take are
on board .
NOTE: Be sure the weight of passengers, equip-
ment and supplies does not cause your home to
exceed axle loads and overall vehicle loads for
which it was designed. If in doubt, weigh
the
vehicle at a public scale. See "WEIGHING" .
h. Check that' accessories, such as a plastic
sewer hose with the necessary fittings and a
water supply line (such as garden hose type
approved for 125 psi) are on board. (It may
be desirable to check ahead with specific
campsites where you plan to stop for any
special adapters which may be required.)
i. Fill fresh water tank, if required. (Refer to
Plumbing Section.)
• Check to see that drain line cap and holding tank
knife valve(s) are closed and secured. Add a holding
tank chemical to a few gallons of water in your
body waste holding tank. (See Plumbing Section).
• Check all stop lights, running lights and other
vehicle safety items.
• Put motor home contents in "travel" condition.
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a. Secure any loose objects which could shift
while traveling.
b. Secure refrigerator coritents (place lids on
all containers holding liquids, for example)
then secure locking latch on refrigerator door.
c. Be sure all cabinets have the contents secured
and the doors latched.
d. Be sure all exterior doors are closed and
locked.