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Towing & Leveling
Towing the RV, Continued
Parking
Once the RV is in your desired location:
1. Set the tow vehicle parking brake.
2. Turn OFF the ignition switch.
3. Go outside and block the RV wheels securely
with wheel chocks.
• The wheel chocks can be wood blocks or purchased
items as long as they prevent the RV from rolling.
Leveling the RV
1. ALWAYS check that you are parked on a mostly
level surface, then
2. Disconnect your RV from the tow vehicle.
• All persons, pets and property MUST be clear
of the RV while leveling is in progress.
• Use a small level in the refrigerator, and on the
counter top or floor to confirm the RV is level.
Leveling your RV is important
• The refrigerator (and other appliances) are
designed to perform best when the RV is level.
• The water system is designed to drain properly
when the RV is level.
• Sleeping and walking inside is more comfortable
when the RV is level.
See the Next Page, Travel Trailer Set Up.
Stabilizer Jacks
The stabilizer jacks are located under the RV, attached to the
frame. These jacks are designed only to stabilize the RV, and
help prevent bouncing as occupants move around inside.
• Using the supplied crank handle, turn the drive nut
clockwise extending the jack, until the foot pad makes
firm contact with the ground.
• DO NOT use the jacks to lift the trailer off the ground.
• Place wooden blocks under the foot pads to prevent them
from sinking into soft ground.
If the parking spot
is on asphalt on a
very hot day or on
dirt and/or gravel,
a block of wood under each
jack leg can be used to
spread the load and reduce
the possibility of the leg
sinking into the surface.
DO NOT use the stabilizer
jacks for leveling on uneven
ground or to change tires.
NEVER use the jacks to
elevate any wheel o the
ground. Damage to the
stabilizer jacks and RV
frame can occur.
DO NOT attempt to lift the
RV with either the stabilizer
jacks or the power tongue
jack. These jacks are NOT
designed to bear the total
weight of the RV. Stabilizer
jacks are only to help
steady the trailer from
movement.
Both the power tongue jack
and the stabilizer jacks must
be fully retracted before
moving or towing the RV to
prevent damage.
DO NOT overextend or
retract the power tongue
jack or stabilizer jacks as
that could cause damage
which would not be
warrantable.
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