Blue Bird M380 2003, Owner'S Manual

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Introduction
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M380 Owner’s Manual
Rev. “F” Introduction-5
Campground Courtesy
Don’t forget the “Golden Rule”. Being considerate of your neighbors will help make friends. A few
of the “do’s” and “don’ts” are:
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Good housekeeping – put all litter in the proper receptacles and leave your site neat and clean.
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Don’t allow your water or sewer hook-ups to leak.
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Respect your neighbor’s desire to retire at an early hour. Avoid loud noises and bright lights
after dark.
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Drive slowly through camp areas at any hour for the safety of pedestrians.
Insurance
As with your automobile, it is important that you have adequate protection with insurance
coverage for personal liability, property damage, comprehensive, collision, medical payments,
loss of use, etc.
Canadian and Mexican Insurance
Insurance for travel in Canada can usually be covered by your present U.S. policy for the
recreational vehicle, often at no extra cost. Consult your individual company for procedures and
be sure of your coverage before entry.
For travel in Mexico (at the present time), there are no U.S. insurance companies that can
provide recognized Mexican coverage, with the exception of that required for travel through a
narrow strip of Mexican territory in and around parts of entry and the U.S./Mexican border.
Mexican insurance is controlled and rates are set by the Mexican government. There are several
reliable companies handling Mexican insurance, with similar rates for the necessary coverage.
The principle differences between them are the “fringe benefits”, received in the form of
informational travelogues and other helpful information, such as dining places considered
acceptable for sanitary conditions, fuel stations, and so on.
Some insurance services include detailed route maps with “where to stay” recommendations and
“things to see” mile-by-mile (or kilometer-by-kilometer post). While the rates set by Mexico may
seem quite expensive at first glance, you usually end up not spending quite as much as expected
because you can usually arrange to hold your state-side policy in abeyance during the same
period you are in Mexico, thus not having to pay unnecessarily for double coverage. In addition,
you may be able to obtain substantial refunds on the Mexican collision insurance after your return
to the U.S. Be sure to obtain a certification from the park operator at each location in Mexico to
certify the dates that your motor home was parked there. If your motor home is parked for most of
the time, instead of constantly traveling, your refund may be a major portion of the original cost.
This feature is referred to as the ‘in-storage” credit. (It is a good idea to always check with your
insurance company before taking a trip to find out whether applicable insurance rules and
regulations have changed. Keep up to date on your coverage.)
Carry insurance papers at all times!
Safety Considerations
Using LP Gas
Check for leaks at the connections on the LP gas system soon after purchase and initial filling of
the LP tank; continued periodic checks of the system are recommended. Even though the
manufacturer and dealer have already made tests for leakage, this check is advisable because of
the vibrations encountered during travel. Apply a soapy water solution to the outside of gas piping
connections to find gas leakage (bubbles). Do not use products that contain ammonia or chlorine.
Usually, tightening of connections will be sufficient. If not, ask your authorized dealer service to
make the needed repairs.