LAIKA Kreos 5009, Manual

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2.3 Driving
No matter how easy it is to drive a recreational vehicle,
it is necessary to remember that you are at the wheel of
a vehicle that is much more cumbersome than a car.
The bigger size also involves more care at both the right
hand side (do not drive too near to the guard rail) and
the left hand side (do not stay in the middle of the
road). It is advisable to practice a little to familiarise
yourself with the new size. In particular, we suggest
paying attention to the following:
• in case of wind, especially when overtaking, on
viaducts or coming out of tunnels;
• before going under passages restricted in height,
remember that optional equipment or luggage may
be installed on the roof which increase the total
height of the vehicle. Therefore, take care in: car
parks which limit vehicle access in height, tunnels,
garages and workshops, fuel station structures, tree
branches, etc.;
• when reversing, take a careful look at the rear area
and, if necessary, ask for the guidance of another
person;
• going down very steep hills.
In general, and under all circumstances, especially
when overtaking, remember that the performance
levels of a recreational vehicle are unlikely to match
those of your car. It is therefore necessary to strictly
adhere to traffic regulations, particularly the safety
distance.
2.4 Stops
During stops we advise you to:
• closely adhere to the various recommendations for
use of the systems of the living quarters provided for
in this handbook and in the instructions of the
different appliances (refrigerator, boiler, oven, etc.),
making sure these documents are on-board. Should
any documentation be missing when the vehicle is
handed over, it will be possible to ask Laika’s sales
organisation for it;
• make sure that the vehicle is perfectly horizontal to
ensure optimum performance of the various parts
and systems;
• always find out about any local law concerning
parking and camping.
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USER’S GUIDE
Never obstruct the air inlets of the vehicle, both on
roof and on floor level.
WARNING
In case of long stops, the blinds of the bathroom
window and of the bathroom roof-light must be kept
closed.
WARNING