NewMar Essex 2014, Manual

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2014 Newmar Essex Diesel Pusher 16
Note: Since only one corner can be weighed at a time, the remaining three corners need to be as
close to the scale as possible without being on the scale and the unit needs to be as level as
possible. Remember, wind and rain can cause inaccuracies of weights.
GENERAL TIRE INFORMATION
Tire Nomenclature
It is important to locate and read all the information located on the sidewall of your tires to insure
proper use and long, safe life. The two primary areas of concern are the tire size information, and
the operation / inflation information.
Tire Inflation Information
The sidewall of the tire also contains an information block that contains more detailed
construction information (number of plys, etc.), and inflation and carrying capacity information.
It is critical that you become familiar with this information, and operate the vehicle within the
capacity parameters outlined in the detailed tire inflation information. Failure to follow and
monitor tire pressure guide lines closely can result in premature tire failure.
Tire Size
The tire size is given in the following markings:
This tire size is 315 / 80 R 22.5. From this size, we can determine the physical dimensions of the
tire, as well as its basic construction. The tire size breaks down like this:
The first number, “315”, is the section width of the tire in millimeters. Section width is the
measurement of the tire from outside sidewall to outside sidewall.
The second number is the height of the sidewall, expressed as a percentage of the section width.
In this case, the number is “80”, so the sidewall height is 80% of the section width of the tire.
The “R” in the tire size indicates that this tire is “radial” in construction. The belts are wrapped
around the tire in a radial design, from bead to bead.
The final number in the size designation is “22.5”, which is the rim size the tire was designed to
fit. This tire fits a 22.5” diameter wheel.