Monaco CAYMAN 2007, Manual

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DRIVING & SAFETY - 2
CAYMAN 2007
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Weight scale types and weighing methods
determine the procedure used to calculate proper
tire infl ation pressure and axle loading. Several
types of scales are in use today. A platform scale
will allow the entire motorhome to fi t on the
scale to read the GVW in one scale recording. A
segmented platform scale is designed to weigh
one axle at a time. A single axle scale weighs
one axle at a time. Some scales read only one
wheel position at a time due to physical size.
Several scale readings may be required to
determine the GAW or GVW total. Each wheel
position requires weighing, referred to as a six-
point weigh, to accurately determine the correct
tire infl ation pressure.
NOTE:
The most accurate method to determine
proper tire pressure is to weigh each
wheel position. Weighing the entire axle
will not accurately determine the total
weight carried by that wheel position.
When calculating the drive axle dual
tire pressure using a independent corner
weigh method, divide the total weight by
two to determine the weight carried by
each tire. Each wheel position must be
weighed and recorded.
When weighing, the scales and the motorhome
must be level to obtain an accurate scale
reading. Even when an axle is not physically on
the scale, a defi nite lean in the motorhome will
produce inaccurate scale readings.
Weight Label
100179d