Operating manual and inspection booklet
Safety
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2.5.2 Driving
Before the trip
Unsecured load, a vehicle in a condition that is not ready to drive
and/or technical defects can cause accidents with severe or fatal
injuries.
Before starting your trip, always perform the following tasks:
Remove any branches, twigs, leaves, snow or ice from the
vehicle roof.
Check that the entry step is retracted.
Check the functioning of signalling and lighting equipment.
Switch off the canopy light on the right side wall.
Ensure faultless functioning of brakes and steering gear.
Check rims and tyre tread for proper condition. Ensure that
the tyres are inflated to the proper pressure.
Securely stow luggage and loose objects. Also ensure that
the load is uniformly distributed in the vehicle.
Close and secure all inner and outer doors, service hatches,
windows and skylights.
Close and secure the pop-up top, if fitted.
If fitted, move the lift-up bed into the top position (travel
position).
In the living area, close and secure cabinets, refrigerator
doors and cover panels for the hob and sink.
Lock adjustable tables and beds.
If available, push the TV drawer back and secure. Close the
hatch of the TV compartment or secure the TV drawer so that
it cannot twist.
Switch the refrigerator to internal 12 V power supply.
Close the quick-action valves and the gas bottle valve.
Remove the wheel chocks and retract the vehicle supports.
Retract the entrance step.
Lock all swivel/rotary seats in the direction of travel.
Completely open and secure the blinds on the windscreen
and on the driver and passenger windows.
Place children into specified, approved child seats according
to the child's age and height.
All passengers must wear their seatbelts while travelling.