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6. If your trailer is washer/dryer equipped,
be sure the exhaust hose is vented properly to
the outside.
7. Consider using a dehumidifier.
Dust Seepage. Travel over unpaved, ungraded or
rough roads inevitably generates quantities of dust
which has a way of leaking into trailers. The
problem can be reduced by partially opening your
roof vent, which helps keep dust out. From time to
time, it is advisable to adjust the striker plate on
your entrance door. Road vibration can cause it to
loosen up and allow dust and moisture to leak in.
Overhead Bunk Safety. Remember, the higher you
climb, the farther and harder you fall.
WARNING: Upper bunks and convertible beds
can be dangerous for children and adults that are
active sleepers. Falling from a high bed could
cause severe injury, or even death.
Never leave a small child unattended in an upper bed
or inside the recreational vehicle due to the hazards
of climbing to the beds, turning on gas appliances,
etc. Allowing children to play or wedge themselves
between mattress liner and base can cause
suffocation, especially if a plastic liner is on the
mattress.
Traveling Checklists
Pre-Travel checklist.
1. When loading your trailer for travel, dis-
tribute the weight equally and towards the
wheels. Do not load heavy items near either end
of the trailer or on the rear bumper. If your trailer
is equipped with a roof cargo rack, limit the
cargo to 100 pounds while traveling. Carry only
as much water as needed or to balance the load.
Whenever possible, empty the waste holding
tanks before travel at an approved dump station.
2. Visually inspect the running gear, including
hitch and springs. Make sure the coupler latch is
closed, and secure it with a locking pin.
3. Check wheel lug nut torque.
4. Check tire pressure.
5. Check safety chain hookup and break-
away hookup.
6. Remove and store wheel blocks.
7. Raise hitch jack and store jack pad.
8. Check batteries.
9. Check running lights, brake lights, and
turn signals.
10. Check LPG tanks. Refill if necessary.
Turn tank valves OFF.
11. Lower TV antenna.
12. Lock refrigerator door.
13. Turn off water heater, furnace, range
pilot, and water pump.
14. Secure free standing furniture.
15. Close doors and drawers.
16. Close windows, and lower and latch
rock guard.
17. Retract steps and lock dead bolts in
entry door.
Emergency equipment checklist. Remember to
bring -
1. First aid kit.
2. Fire extinguisher.
3. Road emergency reflectors.
4. Flashlight with fresh batteries.
Severe Weather Travel Safety Tips
Severe weather can be dangerous.
Always
listen for local weather conditions and remember
the following:
Wind. When local radio or an area has posted
wind warnings, believe it! Strong winds may
make the driver lose control of the vehicle and
trailer. Slow down - a strong wind, mini tornado,
or severe downdrafts can even overturn your
trailer. Be aware that high velocity wind
downdrafts, called "down-bursts" and "micro-
bursts", are associated with thunderstorms. When
parked, stay in your car or truck. Be careful to
avoid flying objects carried by the wind.
WARNING - AWNINGS
Even with the awning partially extended and
especially fully extended, a strong wind can lift
the awning, or even pull the awning arm out of
the sidewall of the trailer. A strong enough
wind could even cause the awning to become a
sail, lifting the trailer and tipping it over.
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