5-1
5 DRIVING
Always review the chassis manual before starting or moving your motorhome.
5.1 PRE-TRIP INSPECTION
1. Be sure all equipment is serviced and ready for
travel.
2. Inspect wheel lugs for tightness (See Chassis
manual for torque requirements). Examine all
tires for road damage. Ensure that all tires are
inflated to proper pressure. (See Department
of Transport sticker located on the drivers door
frame).
3. Check All Fluids:
a. Engine/Crankcase Oil
b. Transmission Fluid
c. Power Steering Fluid
d. Radiator Recovery System
e. Reservoir Level
f. Battery Electrolyte Level
g. Windshield Washer Reservoir
4. Check oil level in generator power plant (if
installed). Refer to Instruction and Mainte-
nance Manual provided by the generator
manufacturer for other pre-use requirements.
5. Consult Chassis Manual for recommended list
of pre-trip checks.
6. Check to see that all lights are in working
order.
7. Check the engine compartment for animals.
Animals and pets like the warmth of the engine
compartment and could become entangeled in
the moving parts.
8. Sanitize and fill fresh water tank if required.
Turn off the water pump. (Unless water is
needed). The water pump should also be
turned off when leaving the unit for any length
of time.
9. Start the refrigerator a day ahead of time so it
will be cold for your trip.
10. Fill LP gas container. Be careful not to overfill
LP gas container. An overfilled LP gas con-
tainer will cause the gas regulator to fail, and
may result in problems with LP gas compo-
nents. Turn off LP gas valve on LP container.
Make sure all LP gas controls are turned off
(Furnace, Oven, Fridge). Check for LP gas
leaks regularly using soapy water.
11. Check that sewer connections are properly
stored and all external compartments and filler
openings are closed and/or locked.
12. Be sure all doors are closed and latched, and
all loose objects secured (including refrigerator
contents).
13. Deodorize waste holding tank. (See Section
12.2.3 for details).
14. Check that all blocks and chocks are removed
and/or stowed.
15. Check that there are no obstructions in the
motorhome pathway when it moves. Be sure
there is proper clearance between adjacent
objects to prevent contact.
16. Disconnect and stow shorelinepower cord.
17. Check that the fire extinguisher is in good
condition and fully charged.
CLASS C & B
+
MOTORHOME
WARNING
All pilot lights and appliances shall be turned off
during refuelling of motor fuel tanks and/or propane
containers. Do not smoke when refuelling.
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