At Your Destination; Conserving Coach Resources - SAFARI Trek 2002 Owner's Manual

Helpful Hint:
• Multi-purpose items, versatile clothing and periodic removal of unused cargo enables
you to store more of what you usually use.
WARNING: Avoid towing vehicles with a hitch weight in excess of 5000 lbs. It will

At Your Destination

Once you have arrived, it is time to enjoy the comfort your coach can provide. Local
conditions, the length of time you plan to stay and type of campground determine which
of the following items apply to you. (See the appropriate chapter of this manual or manu-
facturer's manual for details.)
• Block the tires and level the coach using the hydraulic levelers.
• Make sure the LP-Gas flow valves are open and ready for use.
• If in a full-service campground, hook up the shore line, sewer connection, water line,
and if available, the TV cable and phone extension.
• Extend the awnings, especially if hot and sunny.

Conserving Coach Resources

You can enjoy all the amenities your coach provides while camping. At the same time,
you should monitor the limited resources your coach can carry. Check the levels of your
water, waste tanks, LP-Gas, and battery charge on a regular basis, and act accordingly.
Power
If you have shore line access, electricity will not be a concern for you, but LP-Gas or
gasoline still may be an issue. Since the generator is powered by either LP-Gas (diesel
units) or gasoline (Vortec units), the most effective way to conserve fuel is to avoid run-
ning the generator. This requires the careful management of your 120 VAC appliances.
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place undue stress on components and cause unusual handling charac-
teristics in your coach. It could also void your warranty. Refer to your
chassis manual to find its towing capacity. If there are any questions,
call a factory technician.