26 • Section 2 — Driving & Safety Cayman 2006
It is recommended to weigh the motorhome when fully loaded to ensure proper weight distribution of the
GCVW (Gross Combined Vehicle Weight). When weighing the motorhome add all passenger weight to the
GCVW total. The motorhome fully loaded, including fresh water, LP-Gas and any vehicle or trailer towed, must
not exceed the GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating).
WARNING:
Most states and Canadian provinces require trailers and/or towed vehicles to have adequate
auxiliary brakes. Failure to comply with these State and Canadian province requirements
may result in fines and/or pose a safety hazard, which may result in an accident.
WARNING:
DO NOT tow a trailer or vehicle that exceeds the rated capacity of the hitch receiver.
Overloading the hitch receiver can cause unusual handling characteristics and overstress
the hitch receiver and chassis. It could also void the warranty. If there are any questions, call
Technical Support.
Tow Car or Trailer:
1. Connect a tow car or trailer to the motorhome with safety chains rated for the weight of load.
2. Make the electrical connection and perform a light check before starting a trip and at each rest stop.
3. Check the tires frequently. Flat tires on a towed vehicle cannot be detected from the motorhome while
driving. A fl at tire is a safety hazard and may cause extensive damage.
WARNING:
Be sure the weight ratings of the ball mount, tow ball and safety chains are equal to or
greater than the load. The use of an extension to the receiver or extended ball mount will
significantly reduce hitch receiver weight ratings. Modifications to the hitch receiver, or use
of the hitch receiver other than intended, can void the warranty of the hitch receiver, chassis
or both.
Tow Plug Connection
The motorhome is pre-wired from the factory with an electrical connection for towing, located on or near the
hitch receiver. Convoluted tubing protects the tow harness wires. Current draw should not exceed ten amps for
each designated light circuit. Within the electrical connection is a positive terminal for use when towing a trailer
equipped with a battery. The positive terminal maintains the charge of the trailer battery.
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