Storage; Exterior Compartments; Interior Storaqe - Fleetwood 1999 American Tradition Parts And Service Manual

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Exterior storage compartments maximize available space and
should accommodate most of your storage needs. All of the
storage compartments, except the LP gas and generator com-
partments, can be locked. Fire prevention regulations require
that the LP gas and generator compartments be unlocked at
all times.
Please note: Your motor home could be overloaded or out of
balance if not properly loaded. Refer to the Motor Home
Loading section of the On The Road chapter of this manual,
and follow the loading and weighing instructions in that sec-
tion. When storing equipment and supplies:
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Always keep tools and equipment stored in areas where they
will not shift while traveling.
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Whenever possible, place heavy articles in storage compart-
ments which are low and in the best location for better weight
distribution. Pack articles carefully in the storage compart-
ments to minimize shifting. If necessary, use straps to prevent
movement.
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Be sure liquid containers are capped and cannot tip or spill.
Secure all glass containers and dishes before traveling.
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Exterior storage compartments may not be watertight in all cli-
mate conditions. Carry any articles which could be damaged
by water inside the motor home.
The closets and cabinets have friction catches along one edge
of the door. Overhead doors may have supports to hold them
open. Drawers rest in notches when they are closed. To open
drawers, lift up slightly, then pull open.
Closets may be equipped with 12-volt lights that turn ON
when the closet door is opened. Be sure the light goes OFF
when the closet door is closed - your battery will be dis-
charged if it stays ON. If the light stays on when the door is
closed, the door switch requires adjustment. The same load-
ing considerations apply to interior storage areas as to exteri-
or. Consult the Motor Home Loading section in the On The
Road chapter.
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STORACE
EXTERIOR
COMPARTMENTS
WARNING
Do not store flammable,
volatile liquids or haz-
ardous chemicals inside
the motor home or in out-
side storage compart-
ments. Toxic fumes from
these liquids or chemi-
cals may enter the interi-
or of the motor home.
INTERIOR
STORAGE