Four Winds 2005 Mandalay, Owner'S Manual

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TRAILER TOWING
WARNING: The motorhome fully loaded and the trailer, or towed vehicle, must not exceed
the motorhome chassis’ Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR). Consult with your
selling dealer to determine the GCWR of your vehicle. Do not exceed the vehicle’s Gross
Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) or the hitch rating. The tongue weight, the weight
pushing down on the hitch, must not exceed 10% of the hitch capacity. A separate
functioning brake system is required for any towed vehicle or trailer weighing more than
1000 lbs (450 KG) when fully loaded.
WARNING: The towing vehicle’s braking system is rated for operating at GVWR, NOT at
GCWR. A separate functioning brake system is required for any towed vehicles or trailers
weighing more than 1000 lbs when fully loaded. NEVER exceed the GVWR, or the GAWR
specified on the motorhome certification label. Also NEVER exceed the weight ratings of
the trailer hitch installed on the motorhome. Failure to heed any part of this warning could
result in loss of control of the motorhome and towed vehicle or trailer and may cause an
accident and serious injury. For specific towed vehicle braking requirements, consult the
chassis owners manual that comes with this vehicle.
CAUTION: Always use safety chains between your vehicle and trailer. Cross chains under
the trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners. Connect safety chains to vehicle
frame or hook retainers. Never attach chains to the bumper.
CAUTION: Tow bars or car dollies generally are made to travel in a forward direction only.
Most towing equipment of this type is not designed for backing. Never attempt short back
up distances with a tow bar or tow dolly. Damage to the motorhome, vehicle or towing
device will result.
Trailer packages that include high quality tow hitches are available as an option on Mandalay RVs. They are
designed to meet Class specifications for your particular vehicle.
Mandalay accepts no responsibility for damage to the chassis and other components resulting from towing
loads greater than its designated class specifications. You will also need to consider the gross combined
weight rating of your motorhome before towing a trailer or car.
Towing an object such as a boat and trailer or a car behind an RV results in added driving considerations that
you must contend with.
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