Jayco JAY SPORT 2018, Owner'S Manual

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Section 3: Pre-Travel Information
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Loading Your Recreation Vehicle
Store and secure all loose items inside the RV before traveling. Overlooked items can
become dangerous projectiles 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. Make sure any tie down straps (if so equipped) on appliances or
furniture are secure. Load heavy objects on the floor, or as low as possible.
Never load the RV in excess of the GAWR for either axle. Overloading
your RV may result in adverse handling characteristics and damage
to the RV.
DO NOT EXCEED YOUR GVWR!
This means you should weigh
your RV as loaded for your normal travel to determine the actual weight.
If you exceed the GVWR, you
MUST
remove items from the RV, or
drain liquids, then re-weigh the vehicle to ensure you have achieved a
safe weight.
Do not travel with full grey/black holding tanks.
This not
only wastes gas but, depending upon the location of the grey or black
holding tanks, can affect handling characteristics.
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Your recreation vehicle’s load capacity is designated by weight, not by
volume, so you cannot necessarily use all available space when loading
the vehicle. Do not exceed your GVWR and ensure you are loading the
vehicle as evenly as you can for the best possible handling. Ensure heavy
items are secured so they do not shift during travel.
Store items in areas designated for storage.
Do not store anything in the
areas reserved for the converter, electrical panels or the furnace or
water heater, etc.
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Exterior Accessories (Customer Supplied)
It is critical that you properly secure the racks and accessories to your
camping trailer.
Improper attachment could result in an accident, and could
cause serious bodily injury or death. You are responsible for securing the
racks and accessories to your camping trailer, checking the attachments prior
to use, and periodically inspecting the products for adjustment, wear, and
damage. You must read and understand all of the instructions and cautions
supplied with your product prior to installation or use.
Failure to follow
instructions may result in roof or other property damage that will void
the roof warranty.
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