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TOPAZ
7 HOME USE
The trailer is designed to be your home on wheels
while traveling in comfort. This section will cover
the items that must be done or considered in order
to obtain the maximum satisfaction from your unit.
7.1 PARKING
1. Parking:
The trailer can be stopped and parked just like
an automobile. However always remember that
the unit is longer, wider and higher than a car
and more room and clearance must be pro-
vided. However in most camping areas, the
trailer must be backed into position to connect
to services.
2. Backing Up:
a. Mirrors:
Large mirrors should be mounted on both
sides of the tow vehicle cab to provide
rearward visibility for the driver. However,
they do not provide visibility directly behind
or on top (clearance) of the unit.
b. Steering:
Remember to grasp the steering wheel at
the bottom when backing up. Do not turn
the unit too sharply when backing up. Pull
ahead to straighten out if required and try
again.
c. Spotters:
The best results are obtained when another
person helps guide the driver in backing the
trailer/unit into position. The driver and
spotter should agree to the meaning of
hand signals before starting the backing
process. The spotter should always be in a
position that is visible to the driver while
backing.
3. Always set the parking brake and place chocks
in front of and behind the wheels to prevent
rolling away.
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