Jayco Baja J/TRAX, Owner'S Manual

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long as they prevent the RV from rolling. Be
aware of your surroundings. If parking at night
at a rest stop, truck stop or parking lot chose a
well-lighted area.
E
MERGENCY
S
TOPPING
Always carry road flares or reflective warning
signs to display if necessary. Pull off the
roadway as far as possible for emergency
stopping or tire changing. Turn ON your RV
hazard warning flashers. If traveling at night,
use three red warning indicators such as
flares, reflectors or lanterns as required by the
Uniform Vehicle Code and Model Traffic
Ordinance as follows:
1. Place the first warning indictor on the traffic
side of the RV, directed at the nearest
approaching traffic.
2. Place the second warning indicator 100
feet behind the RV in the center of the lane
and toward approaching traffic.
3. Place the third warning indicator 100 feet
in front of the RV in the center of the lane
and away from the traffic approaching from
behind.
The hazard-warning flasher provides
additional safety if the RV is stopped on the
side of the roadway and presents a possible
hazard to other motorists. When the flasher is
on, it serves as a warning to others to
approach and overtake your vehicle with
caution.
For personal safety, always stand off the
road and out of the way of traffic. Curves
and/or hills may affect the safe placement
of warning indicators
E
MERGENCY
T
OWING
If your RV ever needs to be towed, refer to the
OEM operator’s manual. Please contact your
road service provider (if applicable) or a
qualified service facility for assistance. Make
sure the road service technician reads and is
familiar with the OEM operator’s manual.
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SECTION 7
TOWING & HANDLING
Here are some tips to keep in mind when
parking in unfamiliar surroundings:
Have a pre-determined plan of action…
Develop response plans for all situations.
Dry-run typical situations as a way of
making your responses to each simulation
second nature. A cellular phone is a good
investment to protect yourself, especially
when traveling alone.
Be alert to all situations… Assess your
surroundings to help anticipate possible
problems and responses. If someone
unfamiliar knocks on the door, do not open it
until you are certain the request is legitimate
and represents no possible harm to you or
your RV.
Trust your intuition… This is a natural tool
at your disposal. If something does not
seem to be right, you may want to evacuate
the vicinity immediately or call 911.
Remember, nothing is 100 percent
effective…
Do not rely on your dog or an
alarm system, etc. Always remain wary.
Developing these habits may help prevent
loss to you or your property as you travel
and enjoy your RV.
WARNING
Never allow anyone to go under the RV
while it is being lifted and/or being
towed.