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BEFORE DRIVING YOUR MOTORHOME
DRIVER CHECK LIST
BEFORE ENTERING VEHICLE
1 . See that windows, mirrors, and lights are
clean .
2. Visually note inflation condition of tires.
3. Check that all exterior lights work .
4. Turn off LP gas valve on LP tank (See
CAUTION under "LP Gas System" in SER-
VICE AND MAINTENANCE section) .
5 . Check that sewer connection, all external
compartments, and filler openings are prop-
erly stowed or closed and,/or locked .
6 . Check that items stored on exterior of ve-
hicle are securely lashed.
7 . Will any items stored on exterior of vehicle
present a clearance problem?
8 . Are there any rocks, posts, low-hanging lines
or branches under or near the vehicle you
must avoid before driving away?
9. Check that area to rear of vehicle is clear if
about to back-up .
BEFORE DRIVING OFF
1 . Lock entrance door.
2. Check that all windows are in suitable
position for travel (See "Engine Exhaust
Gas Caution (Carbon Monoxide) " at the
beginning of STARTING AND OPER-
ATING VEHICLE section . Close all roof
vents .
3. Turn off living area water pump .
4. Check that refrigerator door is fastened .
5. Check that nothing heavy is stored in over-
head or high cabinets-it may fall out en-
route and cause injury.
6. Close and secure bathroom, closet, and all
cabinet doors and drawers.
7. Check that counter tops, range top, kitchen,
sink, table tops and shelves are clear-even
small items may become projectiles in an
accident. It is not safe to cook while under-
way-hot food or liquid may scald in a sud-
den stop or accident .
8. Be sure all LP gas controls on furnace,
range/oven and gas/electrical refrigerator
(if so equipped) are turned off .
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9 . Check that all interior stowage is securely
held .
10 . Check that all lights and switches are set in
positions suitable for travel.
11 . Position driver's seat for comfort.
12 . Check that driver's and front passenger's
seat, and any other swivel-mounted seats
are locked in position .
13 . Check adjustment of inside and outside
mirrors. Adjust curtains where necessary for
visibility.
14 . If vehicle is equipped with optional Electro-
Level System, check that TRAVEL switch
is positioned in "HOLD ."
15 . Fasten belt restraints .
16 . Check that warning light bulbs light when
key is turned to ON or START position .
17 . Check all gauges .
18. Release parking brake, and see that the
"PARK BRAKE" light turns off) .
19 . With engine running, check that warning
lights are now out.
20. Be sure you understand your vehicle and
how to operate it and its systems and equip-
ment safely .
21 . It is recommended that you refer to "TRIP
TIPS" and "DRIVING TIPS" at the end
of this section for additional information.
CAUTION
Counter and table tops should not be
used for storage when underway--even
for light
weight,
small articles . They
might become dangerous projectdevdvr=
ing an accident. Heavy-
items . stored
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overhead or
waist-high
cabinets may
also ause injury if ,a
sharp
turn
ai
stop
causes them w"ple
against
inside-of
cabinet.- door . __forting_ it ;-,opien. 5#ore-
ccinrred ,goods
and other
heavy -
items
down low
INSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR
To raise or lower mirror to achieve desired
field of view, grasp mirror and exert sufficient
pressure by pushing or pulling up, down, or side-
ways . Switch mirror to night position to reduce
glare from following headlights .
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