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5. Add chart scale A and C, line 2 for actual
Gross Axle Weight (GAW) and record on
chart under Totals. Example: 9,000 lbs.
6. Actual Gross Axle Weight (GAW).
Example: 9,000 lbs is not to exceed Gross
Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). Example:
13,000 lbs.
Refer to the Tire Chart (Tire size
295/80R22.5). Use the highest actual
weight, Scale A or C, line 2. Example
5000 lbs. Determine the proper tire
pressure for each tire using the Load
Ination chart. Example: 80 psi or
stamped on the sidewall of the tire.
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Repeat above procedures to determine
REAR axle Scale B and D, tire
pressures.
WARNING:
Improperly inflated or overloaded tires
can cause a blowout. An overloaded
axle can cause a component failure of
the suspension system. Tire blowout or
broken suspension components can lead to
loss of vehicle control resulting in property
damage, personal injury or death.
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CAUTION:
If actual weight carried by any tire is
below the tire chart weight specification
minimum tire pressure the minimum
inflation pressure must be maintained.
Tire pressure below the minimum
inflation pressure can overheat and
damage the tire casing leading to
premature tire failure or blowout.
Load and Ination Tables:
The Load and Ination Table will determine
correct ination for the motorhome tires after
properly weighing the motorhome. All pressures
are rated at a cold PSI. Cold conditions are
dened as early in the morning before the day’s
ambient temperature, sun’s radiant heat or the
heat generated while driving have caused the
tire pressure to temporarily increase. This means
that the pressure should be checked early and
when the motorhome has not been driven more
than one mile. The check interval should be in
the morning, before the “drive” trip and every
morning on extended trips. A quality truck tire
gauge with a multiple angle airhead is needed
to ensure access to both dual wheel positions of
the drive axle. Ensure the valve cap is replaced
on the stem after the ination is checked. This
guarantees the valve core will remain free of dirt
and foreign material. Material lodged between
the valve core and internal stem can cause slow
leaks resulting in tire failure.
Cargo Carrying Capacity:
When weighing the motorhome it is important
to understand that each motorhome, even of
the same model year, oor plan and length will
weigh different due to options and accessories.
6,500
5000
10,000
7,100
6,500
10,000
4,000
6,900
13,000
20,000
9,000
14,000
23,000
13,000
20,000
33,000
4,000
6,000
10,000
NOTE:
These measurements are with a full fuel tank and nobody in the motorhome.
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