2. Safety
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The additional load indicated in
Chapter 14 “Technical Data”
was calculated based on the fresh water tank holding 10 %
of a full tank. The fresh water tank should be drained before
starting to drive so that it holds only the recommended 10 litres
(
see Chapter 8 “Water”)
.
Place a note with all important measures and weights in a
visible place in both the motor home and the driver‘s cabin.
Do not overload the vehicle! It is imperative that you not the
permissible axle loads, the technically permissible overall
mass as well as the permissible height, width and length
of the motor home.
Gas bottles may only be transported when they are secu
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rely fastened in the gas bottle container provided.
Ensure that there is sufficient ventilation. Never cover up
built-in forced ventilation (skylights with forced ventilation
or mushroom vents). Ensure that forced ventilation is not
covered by snow or leaves as this increases the
danger
of suffocation.
• Should there be a thermal curtain
*
, remove it from the
driver's cab.
• If necessary, secure the shower doors.
2.6 While driving
Your motor home is not an automobile!
In many situations, it reacts very differently to a “normal“ au
-
tomobile. Therefore, you should be prepared for the following
differences:
Passenger safety
The following applies while driving:
• Only those seats equipped with safety belts may be used
by passengers.
• People may not be lying in the beds while driving.
• Passengers must remain in their seats with their seat belt on!
Observe the specific features of the mobile home's driving
performance!
