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leaving your home or campsite. As you camp,
you may want to develop your own list tailored
to your individual camping style in addition to
the checklist provided:
Check the area under the RV after overnight
parking and look for water or other fluid
leaks. If leaks are detected, find the cause
and have it repaired immediately.
Have someone observe the operation of all
exterior lights while you activate the
controls.
Check wheel lug nuts for tightness and tires
for proper air inflation pressure.
Examine the tires for excessive tread wear
or uneven wear patterns. Check for stones,
nails, glass or other objects lodged in the
tread. Inspect for tread cuts or sidewall
cracks.
Check the propane cylinder gauge to make
sure there is propane available.
Retract any awning(s) and secure them for
transport.
Close all the roof vents.
If so equipped, disconnect any cable TV or
phone hookups and lower the TV antenna.
Turn off the interior lights and appliances.
Secure any loose, heavy or sharp objects in
the RV or exterior compartments.
Disconnect the shore line power cord and
ensure it is stored correctly.
Fasten all interior and exterior doors
securely. Lock them (if applicable).
Make sure the fifth wheel landing gears,
stabilizer jacks and entry step are retracted
to the travel position.
Walk around your RV one last time to make
sure everything is stored away and the
baggage compartments are closed and
locked.
Pull forward, clean the site (if applicable)
and check for forgotten items.
Secure and lock the entrance door.
Pre-travel Checklist
In order to enjoy your travel, having all the
right tools and supplies will help. A checklist
may be beneficial to avoid forgetting
something essential. This list is meant to be
a starting point, while realizing that personal
preference will also play a large role in your
packing. There are items here that may not
apply for you and items that could trigger
other ideas. As you expand your camping
experience, you may wish to develop your
own list of needs.
Before leaving home
_ All list items packed in tow vehicle/RV
_ Arrange for pet care, mail and/or
newspaper pickup
_ Disposable rubber gloves
_ Lock refrigerator door (if so equipped)
_ Leave itinerary with a neighbor, family
member or friend
_ Map/road atlas/campground directory
_ Membership
cards
_ Owner Manual and Goodie Bag
_ Proof of insurance
_ Road
flares
_ Roadside assistance membership card
and/or policy
_ RV
keys
_ Secure loose items
_ Security watch for house
(neighbor/family/friend)
_ Vehicle
registration
_ Weigh fully loaded trailer (people, cargo
and liquids included) and maintain proper
weight distribution (redistribute as
necessary)
Bedding
_ Blankets
_ Comforters
_ Pillows
_ Sheets
_ Sleeping
bags
Kitchen
_ Aluminum foil, plastic wrap, etc.
_ Charcoal and lighter fluid
_ Cooking
utensils
_ Dish
soap
_ Dish towels and rags
_ Food
supplies
Summary of Contents for Recon ZX 2008
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