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PREPARING FOR THE ROAD
3.1 Before moving off
Check:
• Gas cylinders are correctly positioned,
secured and turned off unless using en-route
heating.
• All gas operated appliances have been
isolated except en route heating where fitted
and in use.
• Loose articles are stowed securely. Do not
stow tins, bottles or heavy items in overhead
lockers.
• All lockers and cupboard doors are closed and
secured.
• Tables are stored or locked in their transit
position.
• Fridge is on 12V or auto operation and door
lock is set.
• 230V mains input socket flap is securely
closed.
• All drain valves are closed.
• Tyre pressures
• Exterior roof rack ladder / bike rack is secured
(where fitted).
• All windows/doors/rooflights are closed and
secured.
• Exterior step (where fitted) is retracted /
folded in.
• Special attention must be taken to ensure all
top hinged windows as well as rooflights are
closed when in transit. All units should be fully
closed and latched to prevent damage. The
motorhome rear and side sliding door should
also be locked.
WARNING: Large and/or voluminous items
should be stored securely before travelling.
3.2 Motorhome terms
Mass in Running Order:
The mass of the motorhome equipped to
the motorhome manufacturers standard
specification, as stated by the manufacturer.
The MRO comprises the ex-works weight of
the motorhome, including the driver, 90%
fuel capacity, 1 x LPG gas cylinder @10kg and
standard fixtures & fittings in compliance with
European Regulation No. 1230/2012 (Masses
& Dimensions)
Note: The mass of the motorhome in running
order contains provision for the masses of
liquids, gas etc. (see Mass in Running Order in
the Technical Section). Part of this provision
can also be utilised as additional payload, if
for example, you wish to travel with no gas
cylinders.
Note: If you travel with water in the fresh
water tank or waste tank, the payload will be
reduced accordingly.
Note: Quoted MRO is subject to tolerance,
due to weight variation of materials used in
Motorhome construction.
Maximum User Payload:
The maximum allowable weight to be put into
the motorhome whilst it is being driven. This is
made up of 4 sections:
Personal effects, conventional load, optional
equipment and essential habitation equipment.
The Maximum User Payload is the difference
between the Maximum Technically Permissible
Laden Mass and the Mass in Running Order.
Personal Effects:
Those items which a user can choose to carry
in a motorhome and which are not included as
Essential Habitation Equipment or Optional
equipment.
Conventional Load:
A mass allowance for each designated
passenger seat.
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