32 • Section 2 — Driving & Safety Cayman 2006
• Hook the potable water hose to the city water connection in the
service center. Install a water pressure regulator to protect the water
hose from excess pressure. Turn the hand valve to the City Water
position.
NOTE:
A water pressure regulator attached between the city water
faucet and the potable fresh water hose will protect the hose
from swelling or bursting under high city water pressure.
Securing the pressure regulator to the hose with pliers will
prevent the regulator from being misplaced.
• Hook up the sewer hose. Sewer drain pipe diameters are generally
either three or four inches. Proper sewer hose adapters will ensure
against leaks or spillage. With the sewer hose properly connected
open the grey water valve (small valve). The black water valve (large
valve) remains closed until the tank is full or until time of departure.
DRY CAMPING
By planning ahead and using a little imagination there are endless ways to conserve resources, and still enjoy
the comforts of the motorhome, while dry camping.
Starting Out:
• Fill the hot water tank before topping off the fresh water supply. Confi rm waste holding tanks are empty.
When the fresh water supply is low, drain waste holding tanks prior to refi lling the fresh water tank.
• Confi rm the destination can accommodate the size and length of the motorhome. Drive-through sites are
preferred for easier access.
• When navigating campgrounds, watch for low hanging limbs, tree trunks and barriers lining the roadway.
Have the co-pilot or campground host provide guidance when negotiating tight curves. Position the
motorhome to extend slide rooms and awnings. Before leveling the motorhome, check underneath for
obstacles that may damage undercarriage components.
• Dry camping requires fully charged and properly maintained batteries. Fill batteries to proper level with
distilled water only. Conserve battery power whenever possible.
Tips for Conserving Resources when Dry Camping:
• Switch refrigerator operation from Auto to LP-Gas.
• Plan what is needed from the refrigerator prior to opening.
• Turn off interior 12 Volt DC power whenever possible. The refrigerator is designed to operate with the
power off.
• Conserve propane and electricity by cooking dinner over a campfi re. Try to operate the microwave with
the generator.
• Keep a working fl ashlights handy for night trips through the campsite and inside motorhome. When
interior lighting is desired, use one light in a central location such as the vanity. Unscrew all but one or
two bulbs.
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