Monaco DYNASTY 2006, User Manual

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DYNASTY 2006 DRIVING & SAFETY — SECTION 2 • 33
When weighing the motorhome add all passenger weight to the GCVW total. The motorhome fully loaded,
including fresh water, LP-Gas and any vehicle or trailer towed, must not exceed the GCWR (Gross Combined
Weight Rating).
WARNING:
Most states and Canadian provinces require trailers and/or towed vehicles to have adequate
auxiliary brakes. Failure to comply with these State and Canadian province requirements
may result in fines and/or pose a safety hazard, which may result in an accident.
WARNING:
Do not tow a trailer or vehicle that exceeds the rated capacity of the hitch receiver.
Overloading the hitch receiver can cause unusual handling characteristics and overstress
the hitch receiver and chassis. It could also void the warranty. If there are any questions, call
customer support.
Tow Car or Trailer:
1. Connect a tow car or trailer to the motorhome with safety chains rated for the load weight.
2. Make the electrical connection and perform a light check before starting a trip and at each rest stop.
3. Check the tires frequently. Flat tires on a towed vehicle cannot be detected from the motorhome while
driving. A fl at tire is a safety hazard and may cause extensive damage.
WARNING:
Be sure weight ratings of the ball mount, tow ball and safety chains are equal to or greater
than the load. The use of an extension to the receiver or extended ball mount will
significantly reduce hitch receiver weight ratings. Modifications to the hitch receiver, or use
of the hitch receiver other than intended, can void the warranty of the hitch receiver, chassis
or both.
Tow Plug Connection
The motorhome is pre-wired from the factory with
an electrical connection for towing, located on or near
the hitch receiver. Convoluted tubing protects the tow
harness wires. Current draw should not exceed 10 Amps
for each designated light circuit. Within the electrical
connection is a positive terminal for use when towing
a trailer equipped with a battery. The positive terminal
maintains the charge of the trailer battery.
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