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SAFETY
Prepare Ahead of Time
• Check the function of your windshield wipers, brake lights, and headlights. Make sure you have plenty of fuel and that
your tire pressure is correct to avoid hydroplaning.
• In the event of snow, freezing rain, or ice, make sure your coach is properly winterized. If you do not have to travel, wait
until the roads are clear before proceeding to your next stop.
If poor weather is in the forecast, preparing ahead of time can save you a lot of hassle.
WARNING
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The cruise control is not to be operated on icy roads,
extremely wet roads, winding roads, heavy trac, or
in any other trac situation where a constant speed
cannot be maintained.
WARNING
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Driving through water deep enough to wet the
brakes may aect the stopping distance or cause
the vehicle to pull to one side. If you have driven
through deep water, check the brake operation in a
safe area to be sure they have not been aected.
WARNING
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While driving on slippery surfaces, use care when
accelerating or decelerating. Skidding and loss of
vehicle control may be the result of abrupt changes
in speed.
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Never operate a vehicle if a dierence in braking
eciency is noticeable. Extreme terrain and
adverse weather may aect the handling and/or
performance of your vehicle.
Take Cover
• If straight line winds or the threat of tornado(s) are in the forecast, leave the RV, and find a local storm shelter.
• If you are driving and severe weather or a tornado pops up, park the RV in a safe location (not under a bridge or
overpass), lay down away from windows, and cover your head.
• In the event of heavy rain or floodwaters, do not attempt to drive through water that is crossing a road. TURN AROUND;
DON’T DROWN.
• If parked, try to avoid surrounding trees or power lines. Secure all loose belongings that could blow away. Bring them
inside the RV or store them securely in a basement compartment before a storm hits to prevent physical damage to you
or the RV.
• Retract all awnings to prevent wind and water damage.
• Find out where local storm shelters are and have an evacuation plan in place.
• Pack an emergency bag of necessities (i.e. medical supplies, important documents, cell phone chargers, water, non-
perishable food, etc.).
Your coach can protect you from most severe weather, but it is not always the safest option.
• If there is a threat (even a small one) of severe weather, plan indoor activities in a safe, sheltered place. Be prepared;
have a plan in place; and use good judgment.
Seat Belt Safety
This article provides information about the seat belts installed in the coach, including operation and care and maintenance
instructions.
One of the most important safety features in your vehicle is the restraint system. Research has shown that seat belts save
lives. And they can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Some of the worst injuries happen when people are
thrown from the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle needs to be buckled up at all times.
It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these
areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not
equipped with seats and seat belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and is using a seat belt properly.
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