Beaver Contessa - Towing Procedures; Disabling Parking Brake; Tires

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Disabling Parking Brake
The park/emergency brakes apply to the drive
axle only. The brakes can be manually released
if the air system will not build sufcient air
pressure to release them. This emergency
procedure is to be used by trained technicians
or towing personnel to move the
motorhome to a safe location or repair
facility.
WARNING:
Only trained personnel should
perform this procedure. Brake
chamber spring is under high
tension. Removal of retaining
band could result in serious
injury or death.
Disabling Brakes:
Place wheel chocks rmly
against the wheel before
performing this procedure.
Remove the plug from the
center of rear brake chamber
on the drive axle.
Remove the caging tool
from its holder on the brake
chamber and insert the tool
into hole. Turn clockwise to engage.
Screw the nut and washer onto the
caging tool. Use a wrench to tighten the
nut, compressing the internal spring to
release the brake.
Repeat procedure for the other side.
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Enabling Brakes:
After towing, or when air pressure is
again available, loosen the nut and
remove the tool. Return the caging tool
to its original location and replace the
plug.
Repeat for the other side.
WARNING:
Failure to securely chock the wheels can
result in the motorhome rolling when
the spring brakes are released. Severe
injury or death can occur.
TIRES
Maintaining proper tire ination pressure
is one of the most critical aspects of travel.
Improper pressure will lead to abnormal wear
and/or sudden tire failure.
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All tire positions must be weighed separately
with the motorhome fully loaded to determine
proper tire ination pressure. If one tire position
on the axle is heavier than the other side, inate
both sides according to the heaviest side. This
will provide correct air pressure across the
axle while cornering. To obtain the maximum
wear and best service from tires, it is helpful to
understand their components and functions.
Tire Components:
Tread: Provides traction and cornering grip.
Belts: Stabilize and strengthen the tread.
Sidewall: Protects the side of the tire from road
and curb damage.
Body Ply: Gives the tire strength and exibility.
Bead: Assures an air-tight t with the wheel.
Inner Liner: Keeps air inside the tire.
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Properly chock
the wheel.
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