Thor Motor Coach CLASS A - Laws of the Road; Clearance and Side Marker Lights; Chassis Manufacturers Vehicle Safety Features; Emergency Parking

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Laws of the Road
It is advisable to contact the Department of Motor Vehicles
in each respective state for up-to-date information regarding
operation and licensing requirements for the motorhome
and its drivers/operators.
e State of California requires operators of motorhomes
over 40 feet in length to obtain a non-commercial class B
license. California has also enacted legislation limiting use of
motorhomes in excess of 40 feet, to approved roadways. Other
states or provinces may have driver/operator restrictions and/
or regulations pertaining to motorhome operation.
Contact Caltrans at:
https://dot.ca.gov/contact-us
Clearance and Side Marker Lights
For vehicle safety and visibility on the highway, clearance
and side marker lights are installed on this motorhome.
The location and color of marker lights are regulated by
Federal law and must comply with all applicable requirements
prescribed for it by FMVSS/CMVSS 108. Maintain the
motorhome's clearance and side marker lights as described
in this reference:
https://one.nhtsa.gov/cars/rules/standards/conspicuity/
TBMpstr.html
Chassis Manufacturer's Vehicle
Safety Features
e manufacturer of the vehicular portion of this TMC Class
A or Class C motorhome (Ford, Chevrolet, Mercedes-Benz,
Freightliner) may have incorporated safety and driver-assist
features into the vehicle.
Varying with brand and model, safety features may include;
Adaptive Cruise Control, Attention Assist, Trac Sign Assist,
Active Lane keeping Assist, Blind Spot Assist, Forward
Collision Warning with Active Braking, and more.
Review the vehicle manufacturer's owner's manual and other
sources of information from the manufacturer to fully utilize
the safety and driver-assist features of this new Class A or
Class C motorhome.
Emergency Parking
If an emergency requires stopping and parking along the
highway,
follow these guidelines:
1. Pull o the road as far as possible.
2. Put the motorhome’s transmission in the PARK position
(neutral for diesel pushers) and apply the PARKING
BRAKE.
3. Turn ON the hazard warning ashers.
4. Use three red warning indicators such as ares, reec-
tors, or lanterns as required by the Uniform Vehicle
Code and Model Trac Ordinance as follows:
a. Place the rst warning indicator on the trac side of
the motorhome, directed toward trac approaching
the rear of the motorhome, approximately 10 feet
from the rear bumper.
b. Place the second warning indicator 100 feet behind
the motorhome, in the center of the lane or shoulder
occupied by the motorhome, and directed toward
trac approaching the rear of the motorhome.
c. Place the third warning indicator 100 feet in front of
the motorhome, in the center of the lane or shoulder
occupied by the motorhome, and directed towards
the trac approaching the front of the motorhome.
d. If stopped within 500 feet of a curve, crest of a hill, or
other obstruction to view, place a warning indicator
in the direction of the obstruction (front and/or back
of the motorhome), at a distance of 100 feet to 500
feet from the stopped motorhome so as to aord
ample warning to trac approaching the motorhome.
5. Always stand o the road, out and away from of the
lanes of trac.
NOTES:
• Curves and/or hills may affect the safe placement
of warning indicators, such as safety reflectors,
cones, flares, etc. Extinguish flares before leaving the
emergency parking site.
• Along with other emergency equipment (reflectors,
first-aid kit, etc.), it is good safety practice to carry
a reflective safety vest and wear it anytime you are
outside of your motorhome while stopped or parked
along a road or highway.
Reference: Emergency signals, stopped commercial motor vehicles;
Code of Federal Regulations: Title 49, Subtitle B, Chapter III,
Subchapter B, Part 392, Subpart C, 392.22.