Bailey Approach, Owner'S Manual

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GENERAL ADVICE
the battery box door is securely fastened.
• Ensure that the fridge is set to 12V operation
and the door lock is set. (Please note that
the electrical relays will allow the fridge to
run on the vehicle battery when the engine
is running.)
• Remove any external fresh water
connections, coil and store in a secure place.
• Make sure any heavy articles are stored in
accordance with the loading procedure.
• Ensure tables are in their specified storage
compartments.
• Lock the motorhome’s exterior door
(remember to remove the keys).
• Check your external rear view mirrors and
adjust if necessary.
• Check that the wheel nuts are secure and
that the tyre pressures are correct.
• Ensure, if required, that your fresh water
tank is full and your waste water tank is
empty.
• Ensure that the toilet flush tank only
contains a small amount of water (1–2 litres)
in order to minimise the risk of leaks or
spillage while the vehicle is in motion.
• Check underneath the vehicle for any stray
items.
• Safely store your levelling blocks away in an
appropriate place.
When travelling it is extremely
important for you and your passengers’
safety to store any table, be it
freestanding or fixed to the wall, into
its dedicated storage compartment.
DRIVING
Speed limits (UK)
If a speed limit is not in force, your motorhome
can be driven up to 70 mph on motorways and
60 mph on dual carriageways.
Reduce Speed
• In high or cross winds
• Downhill
• In poor visibility.
High sided vehicles cause air buffeting so extra
care must be taken when passing or being
passed. Leave as much space as possible when
passing or being passed.
Driving
• Do not bump the kerb.
• When passing other vehicles allow more
room than the normal clearance you would
allow when driving a car.
• Allow longer to get up to speed and pass.
• Do not swing out suddenly.
• Carry out all manoeuvres as smoothly as
possible.
• Use nearside wing mirror to check that the
motorhome has fully cleared a vehicle when
overtaking.
While the vehicle is being driven please
ensure that:
• Both the driver and passengers wear seat
belts. This is a legal requirement.
Before Moving Off
Whenever you are making a journey
with your motorhome, either setting
off or returning from holiday, it is good
practice to run through this simple list.
• Close and secure all cupboards and drawers
and check any loose articles.
• Do not store tins, jars, cylinders, etc in
overhead lockers.
• Close and secure all windows and rooflights.
• Leave all curtains and blinds open to
aid visibility – the curtains surrounding
passengers travelling in the rear of the
vehicle can be secured via a press stud to
ensure that the passengers’ view is not
obstructed.
• Check that gas cylinders are securely
fastened and turn off all gas appliances,
except those heating appliances that are
designed to function while the vehicle is
in motion. Also ensure that the gas locker
door is securely fastened.
• Ensure that there is sufficient gas to meet
your needs.
• Switch off 230V supply at the site’s hook-
up supply pillar; disconnect the mains cable
from the vehicle. (Beware of a potential
electric shock from a wet cable.) Coil cable
and store in a safe place.
• Check both the control panel and the PDU
box for operation. (The PDU box is similar
to a fuse box found in a domestic house and
can be found under the front bunk.)
• Check and, if necessary, charge your leisure
battery.
• Check that the battery selection switch is in
the OFF position.
• Check that the battery is secure and that
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