Fiat X2-50 Cab, Owner'S Manual

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Drivers who passed their test on or after the
1st January 1997 will need to take an
additional test(s) to gain the B+E and C1+E
entitlement.
A number of Swift Group motorhomes have
an MTPLM greater than 3500kg, therefore
you must check you have the driving licence
entitlement for the vehicle you drive.
VEHICLE CLASSIFICATIONS
Motorhomes up to 3500kg MTPLM are
P/LGV (Private Light Goods Vehicles),
motorhomes with an MTPLM over 3500kg
and up to 7500kg are P/HGV (Private Heavy
Goods Vehicles). These are used in defining
MOT classifications and vehicle excise duty
(road tax) classifications.
ADVICE ON TOWING
The towing capability of each motorhome
differs depending on the specific chassis
and engine types, (see ‘Towing Capabilities
Table’ in your specification handbook).
This table takes account of the maximum
front and rear axle loadings as well as the
minimum front axle loading in two
conditions, MRO and MTPLM condition.
Towing in these, and any other condition
requires sensible loading and distribution of
payloads to ensure the requirements of the
towing capability table are met.
When towing, the demands on both the
vehicle and driver increase. A trailer reduces
manoeuvrability, the ability to climb hills,
acceleration and braking capacity and
makes the vehicle handle and corner
differently. It will also increase the fuel
consumption of the vehicle.
Always brake in good time. Special care
must be taken when descending gradients.
Change down before going down a steep hill
so the engine can act as a brake. Ensure
that the towing vehicle tyre pressures are
correct and adjusted for full load conditions
and that the trailer tyre pressures are as
recommended by the trailer manufacturer.
Regularly check the operation of trailer
brakes and lights.
For maximum stability, when loading the
trailer ensure that the loads are properly
secured during transit. Position loads so that
most of the weight is placed close to the
floor and, where possible, immediately
above or close to the axle(s). Where the load
can be divided between trailer and tow
vehicle, loading more weight into the vehicle
will generally improve the stability of the
combination. After loading the trailer, check
that the nose weight and axle loads are in
accordance with the manufacturer’s
recommendations, also check the rear and
front axle loads on the motorhome. When
calculating the laden weight of the trailer,
remember to include the weight of the trailer
PLUS THE LOAD.
NOTE: Towing regulations vary from
country to country. It is very important
to ensure that national regulations
governing towing weights and speed
limits are observed (refer to the relevant
national motoring organisation for
information). The stated maximum
permissible towing weights refer to the
vehicle’s design limitations and NOT to
any specific territorial restrictions.
Notes:
i) Do not exceed the motorhome gross
vehicle train weight.
ii) Do not exceed the maximum front & rear
axle loads on the motorhome.
iii) Ensure the motorhome front axle load is
never less than 40% or more than 70%
of the total weight.
iv) Motorhomes with an MTPLM up to
3500kg which have European Type
approval can only be fitted with a type
approved towbar complying to
94/20/EC.
v) The limit for towing an un-braked trailer
is 750kg (based on VIN plate not actual
weight), this applies to a towed car.
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