SECTION 4-TOWING & SET-UP JAYCO TOWABLE
Manual stabilizer jacks (if so equipped)
To lower each jack, insert the jack crank onto the applicable stabilizer jack shaft.
1. To lower each jack, insert the jack crank onto the applicable stabilizer jack shaft.
2. Turn the crank clockwise to lower each leg until it contacts the ground and stabilizes
the trailer.
To raise each jack, insert the jack crank onto the applicable stabilizer jack shaft and turn
the crank counter-clockwise.
Electric stabilizer jacks (if so equipped)
Control switches for the stabilizer jacks are located on the (door) side of the unit above the
stabilizer jack(s).
To lower each jack, press the control switch until each leg contacts the ground and
stabilizes the unit.
To raise the jack, press the control switch until the jack is returned to the retracted position.
NOTE: The stabilizer jacks must be fully retracted before moving or towing the
RV to prevent stabilizer jack damage.
EMERGENCY STOPPING
Always carry road flares or reflective warning signs to display if necessary. Pull off the
roadway as far as possible for emergency stopping or tire changing. Turn ON your motor
home hazard warning flashers. If traveling at night, use three red warning indicators such
as flares, reflectors or lanterns as required by the Uniform Vehicle Code and Model Traffic
Ordinance as follows:
1. Place the first warning indicator on the traffic side of the motor home, directed at the
nearest approaching traffic.
2. Place the second warning indicator 100 feet behind the motor home in the center of
the lane and toward approaching traffic.
3. Place the third warning indicator 100 feet in front of the motor home in the center of
the lane and away from the traffic approaching from behind.
NOTE: Curves and/or hills may affect the safe placement of warning indicators.
EMERGENCY TOWING
WARNING
DO NOT USE THE STABILIZER JACKS TO LEVEL THE RV. It is important
to remember that the stabilizer jacks are to be used only for support while occupying
and moving around the RV. They are not designed to support the weight of the RV.
WARNING
For personal safety, always stand off the road and out of the way of traffic.
WARNING
Never allow anyone to go under the RV while it is being lifted and/or being
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