Holiday Trip 2012, Owner'S Manual

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Disabling Parking Brake
The park/emergency brakes
apply to the drive axle only.
The brakes can be released
manually if the air system will
not build sufficient air pressure
to release them. This emergency
procedure is to be used by
trained technicians or towing personnel to
move the motorhome to a safe location or repair
facility.
WARNING:
Only trained personnel should
perform this procedure. Brake
chamber spring is under high
pressure. Removal of retaining band
could result in serious injury or death.
Disabling Brakes:
Place wheel chocks firmly against
the wheel before performing this
procedure.
Remove the plug from the center of
rear brake chamber on the drive axle.
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Remove the caging tool from its
holder on the brake chamber and insert
the tool into hole. Turn clockwise to
engage.
Screw nut and washer onto caging
tool. Use a wrench to tighten the nut,
compressing the internal spring to
release the brake.
Repeat procedure for the other side.
Enabling Brakes :
After towing, or when air pressure is
again available, loosen the nut and
remove the tool. Return the caging tool
to its original location and replace the
plug.
Repeat for the other side.
WARNING:
Failure to securely chock the wheels
can result in the motorhome rolling
when the spring brakes are released.
Severe injury or death can occur.
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tIreS
Maintaining proper tire inflation pressure
is important for proper tire load carrying
capacity and wear. Improper pressure will lead
to abnormal wear and/or sudden tire failure.
Weigh the motorhome fully loaded for travel
to determine proper tire inflation pressure. If
one tire position on the axle is heavier than
the other side, inflate both sides according to
the heaviest side. This will provide correct
tire inflation pressure across the axle while
cornering. To obtain the maximum wear
and best service from tires, it is helpful to
understand their components and functions.
Tire Components:
Tread: Provides traction and cornering
grip.
Belts: Stabilize and strengthen the
tread.
Sidewall: Protects the side of the tire
from road and curb damage.
Body Ply: Provides tire strength and
flexibility.
Bead: Assures an air-tight fit with the
wheel.
Inner Liner: Keeps air inside the tire.
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Example of
a properly
chocked wheel.
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Brake Camber
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