Monaco 2009 Knight, Owner'S Manual

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2009
K
night
Driving & Safety - 2
Front Wheels:
Slide the front wheel over the studs. Use
caution to avoid damaging stud threads. Snug
the nuts in sequence. When all nuts have
been seated, tighten the nuts to 500 ft. lbs. in
sequence (as in illustration).
Dual Rear Wheels:
Slide the inner dual wheel over the studs.
Use caution to avoid damaging threads. Align
the handholds for valve access and slide the
outer dual wheel over the studs, again using
caution to avoid damaging the stud threads.
When all nuts are seated, tighten the nuts to
500 ft. lbs. in sequence (as in illustration).
The hub mount wheels use two-piece flange
cap nuts for both front and rear applications.
No inner cap nuts are required.
Torque the Nuts Properly:
Tighten the wheel nuts to the
recommended lug nut torque.
DO
NOT
over tighten.
Maintain the nut torque at the
recommended level through planned
periodic checks or at 10,000 mile
intervals, whichever comes first.
If air wrenches are used, they must
be periodically calibrated for proper
torque output. Use a torque wrench to
check air wrench output and adjust line
pressure for the correct torque.
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WEIgHINg THE MOTORHOME
Proper weight distribution, load management
and operating within established limitations
will aid in safe and enjoyable travel. The
information in this section outlines guidelines
and provides worksheets for weighing
procedures.
Proper weight distribution and load
management is an individual responsibility.
In order to correctly manage load and
weight distribution, more than one weight
measurement is required. Each wheel position
must be weighed to accurately determine
the weight placed on each wheel position
for proper weight computations. The entire
process of weigh management begins with the
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating as listed on the
Federal Certification Label. This weight cannot
be exceeded
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CAUTION
Most States limit the amount of weight
carried by any single axle position. It
is the responsibility of the operator to
know the legal weight limit of the State
in which they travel.
Weight Limits
Numerous Federal, State and local
governments mandate weight limits.
Understanding the terminology and
performing proper weighing procedure will
help eliminate confusion. It is important to
weigh the motorhome to calculate Cargo
Carrying Capacity (CCC) and ensure no axle is
overloaded.
The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) of
the axles is listed on the federal certification
label attached to the motorhome. This is
the maximum allowable loaded weight on a
particular axle. This label is generally located
to the rear of the driver’s seat, on the wall.
When the actual loaded weight of the
motorhome, and the weight on each axle
is unknown, follow the recommended tire
inflation pressure(s) listed on the federal
certification label. When loading a motorhome
never exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR) or the GAWR for each axle.
INFORMATION
Contact the tire manufacturer for
further information concerning proper
tire pressure inflation and other tire
issues.
The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
and Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
listed on the Federal Certification Label
attached to the motorhome details the chassis
manufacturer’s and/or the RV manufacturer’s
total vehicle maximum weight rating and per
axle weight rating.
The GVWR is the maximum total weight
for which the motorhome is rated - including
passengers, fluids and cargo. The GAWR is
the maximum weight for which a single axle is
designed. The tires, wheels, axle, motorhome
frame and/or other components of the
motorhome may limit these per axle and total
maximum weight ratings.