CAMPING & OPERATING
By purchasing your RV you have entered into
a lifestyle that encourages long-lasting
friendships. People who camp next to one
another for a few days are allowed the unique
opportunity to cultivate new acquaintances
and neighbors. Camping is a great way to relax
and enjoy the great outdoors with your family
and friends. Please remember to tread lightly
on our beautiful land and leave only your
footprints so that others may enjoy nature as
much as you did.
Searching for the right campground prior to
traveling might be the first step in selecting
your site. Some campgrounds will allow
making advance reservations (recommended
depending on your travel destination and the
season of the year, especially holidays). Your
trip experience will be affected by the site you
choose to park your RV. With time, you will
know what you are looking for and what best
fits your needs. A few items to keep in mind
when selecting your campsite are:
0 Arrive before dark, if possible, to make the
site selection easier.
0 Is the ground level? This will help with
keeping your RV level and making your
stay more comfortable.
0 Is there plenty of space?
0 If applicable, will it accommodate slideout,
awnings, etc.?
0 Is there room for picnic tables, lawn chairs,
campfire, etc.?
0 Is it void of hanging limbs that may
damage your unit?
0 Is it located in a convenient area?
0 Will you be able to park close enough to
hookups (water, sewer, electric)?
0 Are you away from noisy areas or things
that might detract from a positive
experience?
0 Is there plenty of shade? Is there good
drainage in case of bad weather?
Some campgrounds will post a set of rules for
you to see when you check in, but your fellow
campers will count on your basic good
manners and courtesy. Show respect to
others, don’t make shortcuts through occupied
campsites. Remember to keep your campsite
tidy. Put refuse in containers provided for that
purpose, and please avoid contaminating any
lake or stream. If you are traveling with pets,
we encourage you to research the
campground policy regarding pets.
SETTING UP YOUR CAMPSITE
Pull into the site, and park the RV where you
want it. Block the wheels securely to prevent
the RV from moving. Ensure the RV is level.
Leveling is very important. A level RV is more
comfortable for sleeping and walking. The
refrigerator is designed to operate when level
for best performance due to the absorption
system. The water drainage systems are
designed with proper slope and must be level
for proper operation. The appliances perform
best when level.
FULL HOOK-UP CAMPSITE
0 Refer to Sec. 3 Electrical System before
connecting the shore line power cord.
0 Refer to Sec. 4 Fuel & LP System.
Remember, open the LP gas tank valve
slowly. There may be air in the lines and
five to thirty seconds of time is needed to
bleed air before LP vapor fills the lines.
0 Refer to Sec. 5 Plumbing Systems
before connecting the fresh water supply
or turning ON the water pump or water
heater. Connect the sewer hose to the
campsite sewer hook-up.
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SECTION 8
CAMPING & OPERATING
Fig. 8.1 Blocking the wheels
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