Monaco DYNASTY 2006, User Manual

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DYNASTY 2006 DRIVING & SAFETY — SECTION 2 • 59
Instructions and diagrams are presented on the following pages. When the total weight and the weight on
each axle is known, the tire load data chart in this manual will show the correct cold infl ation pressure per tire
for each axle.
There are two important factors to consider when loading the motorhome: total weight and balance. When
loading heavy objects keep them as low as possible, preferably on the fl oor or below in storage compartments.
Load weight must be distributed as evenly as possible.
The following is an explanation of commonly used weight abbreviations:
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Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR):
Maximum permissible weight of this motorhome. GVWR is
equal to or greater than the sum of UVW plus CCC.
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Unloaded Vehicle Weight (UVW):
Weight of this motorhome as built at factory with full fuel, engine oil
and coolants. UVW does not include cargo, fresh water, LP-Gas, occupants or dealer installed accessories.
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Cargo Carrying Capacity (CCC):
Equal to GVWR minus each of the following: UVW, full fresh potable
water weight (including water heater), full LP-Gas weight, and SCWR. Tongue weight of towed vehicle
and dealer installed equipment will reduce CCC.
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Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR):
The maximum allowable loaded weight of this
motorhome and any towed trailer or towed vehicle.
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Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR):
Load-carrying capacity specifi ed by manufacturer of a single axle
system, as measured at tire ground interfaces.
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Sleeping Capacity Weight Rating (SCWR):
The manufacturer’s designated number of sleeping positions
multiplied by 154 pounds.
Tire Pressure:
A motorhome may weigh slightly heavier on one side. Tire infl ation pressure of the heavier side tires
determine the infl ation pressure for all tire(s) on that axle due to the weight transfer that occurs when cornering.
Improperly infl ated tires, or an incorrectly loaded suspension, can result in poor fuel economy, poor handling
and over-stressed chassis components. How the motorhome is loaded will infl uence tire infl ation pressure and the
load carried by each axle. This is why each wheel position must be weighed. Motorhome axle confi guration and
fl oor plan styles will require different weighing procedures.
NOTE:
Each tire on any axle must be inflated to the same pressure when weighing the motorhome.
The wheel position carrying the most weight will determine the tire inflation pressure for
each tire of that particular axle.
Tag Axle Motorhome (Roadmaster Chassis):
Motorhomes equipped with a tag axle will require adjustment to the air pressure regulator for the tag axle to
maintain proper axle weight distribution ratios. The adjustable regulator and gauge package are located in the
engine compartment on the roadside. The regulator is designed to control the amount of air pressure in the tag
axle air bags. Increasing the regulator pressure gauge reading will increase the amount of air pressure in the tag
axle air bags, and downward force of the tag axle. Applying downward force to the tag axle decreases the weight
carried by the drive axle.