Preparing for the road
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• in such a way that the load exceeds the
MTPLM and maximum axle loads.
Care must be taken to ensure that exterior
doors are closed, locked and that all
possessions are properly stored and secured
before setting off on any journey.
ROOF LOADING
Some motorhome roofs can be fitted with a
roof rack (optional).
A maximum load of 50kgs can be evenly
distributed on the roof rack system.
This figure MUST NOT be exceeded.
Note: When loading the roof rack, make sure
the load is spread evenly and do not allow
sharp objects to come into contact with the
roof surface.
Do not apply excessive load to the rear
suspension of your motorhome or allow the
vehicle to reverse with the roof rack access
ladder in the down position, touching the
ground. This may cause excessive strain on
the ladder fixing points.
The roof areas, up to the over cab section, are
capable of withstanding an average person’s
weight (13 stone or 82.5kg).
Note: Do not walk on the over cab section.
WARNING: the roof may become slippery
in adverse conditions, wipe dry before
attempting to walk on roof section.
Extreme care should be taken to avoid
falling from the vehicle.
WARNING: When walking on the roof,
deck type shoes should be worn – not
leather sole
TYRES
If a wheel or tyre fitted to a wheel is
changed any replacement must be of the
same type of construction and size.
The law requires that the tyres and pressures
must be suitable for the use to which they
are being put. The minimum tread depth
must be 1.6mm throughout a continuous
band comprising the centre three-quarters
of the breadth of the tread and around the
circumference of the tyre.
Please refer to base vehicle manufacturer’s
handbook for tyre pressure information.
This may also be displayed in the driver’s
door aperture.
DEDICATED TRAVELLING
PASSENGER SEATING
Seat belts are fitted to all travelling seats.
Travelling seats are designated by the
manufacturer and vary according to the layout
you have purchased. Each seat is homologated
i.e. tested to all relevant safety requirements.
NEVER travel in or attempt to install a seatbelt
to a non-designated seat.
WARNING: Side facing seats are designed
for habitational use only, not for use when
the vehicle is in motion.
Seat belts and legislation
Designated driver and passenger seats are
fitted with seat belts and MUST be worn.
Children, aged up to 3 years of age, must wear
an appropriate child restraint suitable for their
age and weight. Children from 3 years of age
and up to 135cm (4’5”) in height, or 12 years
of age, whichever is reached first must use a
restraint suitable for their age.
Children over 135cm (4’5”) in height or aged 12
or 13 years must wear a seat belt.
Note: It is the legal responsibility of the driver
To ensure children aged up to 14 years old are
suitably restrained. For passengers aged 14
and over, it is their responsibility (not the driver)
that a seat belt is worn.
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