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Introduction
Congratulations, you've just booked our 2020 Thor Omni BB35 from RV There! The purpose of this
document is to help prepare you to safely operate the vehicle and to teach you how to use all the great
features it has to offer.
The more you read through this document, the more time it'll save you when you come to pick it up and
you can also refer to this document after your departure for clarification or to review things you may
have forgotten.
When you come to pick up the coach, plan for at least an hour if not more to go over your paperwork
and for your walk through and inspection. Every first-time driver for every rental will need to be in
attendance to go for a short drive with one of our staff to ensure you'll be safe to operate the vehicle on
your trip.
Let's get started!
Driving
The biggest and most important thing to discuss is operating the vehicle on the road. It's a lot larger and
heavier than most people are used to so there's some very important things to keep in mind.
1. It's a lot taller. 12.5 feet to be exact. Be especially cautious when pulling in an out of gas
stations. Try to only use truck stops that have a lot of room to maneuver and have high
canopies. Most canopies and bridges will have the height clearly marked so just try to be
conscientious when approaching them. If you're not sure if you'll make it, pull over and have
someone watch as you approach slowly.
2. It's a lot wider (99" plus mirrors). Watch for low hanging trees and overgrown shrubs especially
when driving down narrow streets.
3. It's a lot lower to the ground. This is probably the most likely thing to be damaged, so this will be
very important to remember. Be VERY cautious of swells in the road that are designed for runoff
and water drainage. These can cause a LOT of damage. If you must go through these, try to go at
an angle. DO NOT attempt steep driveway or parking lot entrances. You'll get high centered and
could require a large tow truck to get you free. Again, if you must go into these areas, have
someone get out and watch as you approach slowly. DO NOT take the coach off road for ANY
reason whatsoever. You're almost guaranteed to damage something.
4. It's 36.6 ft long – keep in mind when turning sharply, the body behind the rear tires swings out
so make sure you have the clearance you'll need. It's best turn a little later than you normally
would in traffic to ensure you won't be climbing the curb and taking out a street sign. Right hand
turns are particularly tricky, but you'll get used to it. When the turn signal is turned on, the
screen on the rear-view mirror automatically shows the camera view on the side you're turning
to aid in clearing those pesky curbs.
5. Where the rear-view mirror would traditionally be located is a screen that is always showing the
rear view. It also has audio built into the screen so that someone behind you can give directions.
It's still a good idea, though when driving in reverse, to use a buddy to help you watch for things
you can't see.
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