Grand Design Imagine, Owner'S Manual

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Pre-Travel Information
Water and propane also need to be considered:
• The weight of fully filled propane containers is consid-
ered part of the weight of the RV before it is loaded
with cargo and is not considered part of the dispos-
able cargo load.
• Water however, is a cargo weight and is treated as
such. If there is a fresh water storage tank of 100
gallons, this tank when filled would weigh about 800
pounds.
If more cargo is being transported, water can be off-loaded to
keep the total amount of cargo added to the vehicle within the
limits of the GVWR so as not to overload the RV. Understand-
ing this flexibility will allow you, the owner, to make choices
that fit your travel and camping needs.
You may question the total weight capacity of the tires on
your RV being less than the GVWR; this is correct. In order to
calculate the actual weight on the RV tires, it is necessary to
include the tongue weight. The tongue weight is actually being
carried by your tow vehicle, not the RV tires.
For example: If the tires are rated at 2,000 lbs. each x 4
tires = 8,000 lbs. and the RV has a GVWR of 9,000 lbs.
with a tongue weight of 1,200 lbs. The actual weight on
the RV tires is 7,800 lbs., which is within the weight
rating of the tires.
If you have further questions, please contact your dealer or
Grand Design RV Customer Service.
LOADING YOUR RV
Store and secure all loose items inside the RV before trav-
eling. Overlooked items such as canned goods, or small
appliances on the countertop, cooking pans on the range or
free-standing furniture items can become dangerous projec-
tiles during a sudden stop. Distribute cargo side-to-side so the
weight on each tire does not exceed one-half of the GAWR
for either axle. For traveling safety, it is important to make sure
any tie down straps (if so equipped) on appliances or furniture
are secured.