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Preparing your trip
3.3.2
CALCULATING MASS
Calculate your load by taking into account passengers, luggage and full fuel, fresh water and gas supplies. The load should be evenly distributed
throughout the various storage areas of your vehicle.
Mass in running order
(v driver)
Maximum payload
(full tanks + l passengers)
Maximum Technically Permissible Laden
Mass (MTPLM)
Caution: installing heavy optional equipment (additional water tank, 230 V air condit generator, extra battery, motorcycle carrier, etc.) will
affect your load. Failure to follow these instructions may impact motorhome safety conditions, particularly road holding. Failure to comply with the
Maximum Technically Permissible Laden Mass (MTPLM) is subject to a fine and any accidents will not be covered by your insurance. The number of
registered seats may be reduced in order to comply with legislation.
3.3.3
STORING BAGGAGE
To avoid having excess baggage, draw up lists for crockery, clothing and personal objects. We advise you to keep them in a specific place, well
wedged into the many storage compartments intended for the purpose, so as to be able to find them easily. Make good use of the purpose-built
storage compartments such as the furniture and outer lockers.
Load.distribution
To maintain your motorhome’s road-holding, the centre of gravity of the load must be as
low as possible. This helps reduce the side effects on suspension such as swaying,
pitching, etc. Heavy loads must be tied down or wedged in to avoid any ill-timed
movement. If possible they should be placed close to the motorhome floor and
distributed evenly so as not to exceed the maximum permissible loads. The overhead
cupboards (option) and the storage chests located behind the rear axle should be
reserved for relatively lightweight objects.
Warning,.risk.of.injury
Failure to follow these instructions may lead to dangerous situations in case of sudden braking or collision.
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