Triple E Regency - 5.6 DRIVING SAFETY TIPS; 5.7 TRAVEL TIPS

CLASS B
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& C MOTORHOME
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CAUTION
Observe the engine temperature carefully especially during long climbs. If you notice over-heating, pull o the road
and allow the engine to cool o thoroughly before you continue. Fill the radiator with coolant if necessary.
b. Descending a Hill:
It is a good idea to select a lower gear on your transmission when descending a hill to avoid prolonged application
of the brakes. Extended application of the brakes can cause unnecessary wear and tear and overheating. Under
extreme conditions this could cause you to lose control of the vehicle.
A STANDARD RULE OF THUMB:
Use the same lower gear position when descending a hill as you used for climbing the hill.
5.6 DRIVING SAFETY TIPS
1. When backing the motorhome, have a person stand to the rear on the driver's side to guide you.
2. Before departing on the trip, check your routes. Remember, some tunnels prohibit motorhomes with LP gas systems.
3. While travelling, make sure all occupants use their seatbelts.
4. While travelling, make sure all doors are closed and that cabinets, drawers, and loose objects are secure.
5. Instruct your family on what to do in case of re, and hold re drills periodically.
6. Maintain proper charge in the re extinguisher.
7. Gas and smoke detectors should not be obstructed and should be in working order at all times.
8. Keep a well stocked rst aid kit handy.
9. Keep a tool box handy.
10. Check tires often while travelling. Pay special attention to inside rear duals. Make it a habit to check tire pressures before
each trip, and each time you refuel.
5.7 TRAVEL TIPS
As you travel with your motorhome you will learn much from your own experiences. Share with other motorhome owners
and learn from them. Read RV, outdoor and camping magazines for camping and travel tips. Here are a few basic suggestions
to make your travel and your camping easier and more enjoyable:
1. Make sure all compartment doors and refrigerator and freezer doors are closed securely. Open these doors carefully
after travelling. The contents may have shifted while travelling.
2. Know the height and width of your motorhome. Make adequate allowance for clearance.
3. While driving, use your mirrors to determine whether you are crowding the center line or the outside edge of the
highway. Remember, you are driving a vehicle that requires a driving style quite dierent from driving the family car.
4. When towing a vehicle or trailer make sure the combined weight of the towed vehicle or trailer does not exceed the
GCWR as stated on the vehicle certication label. See section 3.2 for additional towing information.
5. There are legal restrictions in some jurisdictions regarding vehicles with LP gas containers driving through highway
tunnels. Check your route carefully as you travel.
6. Always ll your water tank with clean, fresh, potable water. Do not use a new hose to ll the tank. It may leave a taste
of rubber or vinyl.
7. Conserve water especially when showering. The holding tanks have a limited capacity.
8. Dump sewage only at approved dumping sites.
9. Store all liquids in plastic containers with tight seals.
10. Watch the levels in your holding tanks. Dump regularly to avoid unnecessary build-up and potential odour. After
dumping, make sure to add water to the black water tank to prevent solids from settling in the tank. Without
adequate liquid in the black water tank, dumping can be dicult, if not impossible.
11. Be careful not to leave odor-causing food or materials in your motorhome for extended periods of time. Make sure
wet clothing and towels are dry before storing.
12. Make sure your re extinguisher is ready for use and that you know how to operate it.