MOTORHOME OPERATION UNITY MOTORHOME
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ᘐ CAUTION
Extended brake applications can cause excessive
wear, overheating and under extreme conditions,
brake failure that could cause you to lose control
of the motorhome.
ᘐ NOTICE
A safe driving practice is to use the same lower
gear position when descending a hill that you
used while climbing the hill.
ᘐ 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 filling the engine cooling
system of your 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 traveling, make sure all occupants correctly
use their seatbelts.
4.
While traveling, 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 fire
and periodically hold fire drills.
6. Maintain a properly charged fire extinguisher.
7.
Ensure LP Gas and smoke detectors are
unobstructed and in proper working order at all
times.
8.
Keep a well-stocked first aid kit on board the
motorhome.
9.
Check tires often while traveling. 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. Freezer doors are closed securely. Carefully open
these doors after traveling. Contents may have
shifted while traveling and may fall when you open
the door.
2.
Know the height and width of your motorhome, and
allow for adequate clearance.
3.
Use your mirrors while driving to determine whether
you are crowding the center line or the outside
edge of the highway. Remember, your motorhome
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