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MOTORHOME OPERATION UNITY MOTORHOME
DRIVING SAFETY TIPS
1� When backing the motorhome, have a person
stand to the rear on the driver’s side to guide you.
2� Before departing on a trip, check your routes for
height restrictions. Remember, some tunnels
prohibit motorhomes with LP Gas systems�
3� While travelling, make sure all occupants
correctly use their seatbelts�
4� While travelling, make sure all doors are closed
and that cabinets, drawers and loose objects are
secure�
5� Instruct your family about what to do in case of
re and periodically hold re drills.
6� Maintain a properly charged re extinguisher.
7� Ensure LP Gas and smoke detectors are
unobstructed and in proper working order at all
times�
8� Keep a well-stocked rst aid kit onboard the
motorhome�
9� Check tires often while travelling. Make it a habit
to check tire pressures before each trip and each
time you refuel�
10� If you have a cellular phone, carry it with you for
emergencies. Do not text or use the phone while
driving.
• Do not drink and drive. Do not allow others to
do so�
• Do not text and drive.
• Do not use a cell phone while driving. Always
use a hands-free system while driving.
TRAVEL TIPS
As you travel with your motorhome, you will learn a
great deal from your own experiences. Share your
experience with other motorhome owners and learn
from them as well. Read RV, outdoor and camping
magazines for camping and travel tips. The following
basic suggestions also may make your travel and
camping easier and more enjoyable:
1� Make sure all compartment, refrigerator and
freezer doors are closed securely. Carefully open
these doors after travelling. Contents may have
shifted while travelling and may fall when you
open the door�
2� Know the height and width of your motorhome,
Extended brake applications can cause
excessive wear, overheating and under
extreme conditions, brake failure that could
cause you to lose control of the motorhome.
CAUTION
A safe driving practice is to use the same
lower gear position when descending a hill
that you used while climbing the hill.
NOTICE
Carefully observe the engine temperature,
especially during long climbs. If you notice
overheating, pull off the road and allow the
engine to fully cool before continuing. Refer
to the chassis manual in the Motorhome
Information Kit for instructions on lling the
engine cooling system of your motorhome.
NOTICE
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