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• The frequency of your remote-control unit has been pre-set by the manufacturer. If interference problems
routinely occur, refer to the manufacturer’s instructions in your Owner’s Packet to change the frequency.
Before operating the remote control electric camper jacks, be sure to read and understand the operating
instructions that were provided with your camper pertaining to their safe operation.
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT
The following equipment may be required or helpful to purchase in the interest of preserving the life of your
camper and to aid in its enjoyment:
CAMPER PACKER.
Designed for use when the camper is in storage. Torklift is typically a good brand. More
information can be found here:
https://www.torklift.com/rv/camper-packer
AIRBAGS.
Consult your truck brand dealership for recommendations
for your specific make and model. Air bags
will greatly improve vehicle handling and safety. They raise a loaded truck to normal unloaded ride
height, providing a more balanced and comfortable ride.
HEAVY DUTY SHOCKS.
Consult your truck brand dealership for
recommendations for your specific make and
model. Use of heavy-duty shocks may help reduce wear and tear on your truck’s frame.
TIE DOWNS/TURNBUCKLES.
These are typically available from your dealer and are required for hauling most
truck campers. Always use spring or shock loaded turnbuckles. Your dealer can help install and
teach you how to use them.
HITCH EXTENDER/TOWING SYSTEM.
Your dealer can assist you in selecting the correct one for your vehicle.
Only a qualified technician should install the system. Never attach a hitch ball or towing bar to your
camper bumper.
WEIGHT DEFINITIONS
It is very important to stay within the weight ratings of your truck. Learning these definitions will help you safely
manage your vehicle’s weight and balance. Vehicle weight numbers typically fall into these two categories:
• Ratings are maximum limits that under no circumstance should be exceeded. These limits are established by
nuCamp and our part manufacturers in the design of the trailer.
• Weight and Load are generally interchangeable terms. Weight is measured by putting a vehicle, trailer,
cargo, or other components on a scale. Vehicles and cargo have weight or mass, which create loads on tires,
axles, and hitches.
Common Definitions:
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating):
The maximum weight each axle is designed for and rated to carry.
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating):
The maximum operating weight of a vehicle as specified by the manufacturer
including the vehicle’s chassis, body, fuel, accessories, and any cargo.
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight):
The total actual weight of your vehicle plus cargo, as measured on a scale.
CURB WEIGHT:
Curb weight is the total mass or weight of a vehicle with all needed fuels such as oils, lubricants,
coolants and a full tank of fuel.
CCC (Cargo Carrying Capacity, also known as Payload Capacity):
The maximum weight that persons plus cargo
should never exceed. Payload is derived by subtracting a vehicle’s Curb Weight from GVWR.
CARRYING CARGO
When loading this camper, store heavy gear first, keeping it on or close
to the camper floor. Place heavy things far enough forward to keep the
loaded camper’s center of gravity within the zone recommended by the
truck manufacturer. Store only light objects on high shelves. Distribute
weight to obtain even side-to-side balance of the loaded vehicle. Secure
loose items to prevent weight shifts that could affect the balance of your
vehicle. When the truck-camper is loaded, drive to a scale and weigh on
the front and on the rear wheels separately to determine axle loads. The
load on an axle should not exceed its gross axle weight rating (GAWR). The
total of the axle loads should not exceed the gross vehicle weight rating
(GVWR). These weight ratings are given on the vehicle certification label
that is located on the left side of the vehicle, normally on the dash panel,
hinge pillar, door latch post, or door edge next to the driver on trucks
manufactured on or after January 1, 1972. If weight ratings are exceeded,
move, or remove items to bring all weights below the ratings.
Important information pertaining to loading your camper.
• Installed options, personal cargo, water, and fuel will affect your
campers center of gravity. Cargo must be evenly distributed to
properly balance the camper from front to back and side to side.
• An overloaded camper is often due to excessive cargo. The
temptation to fill every available space is common. You must load
by weight, not by volume.
• You may have more free space for personal belongings if you wait to
fill the water tanks until you arrive at the camp site. Water weighs
8.3 lbs. per gallon.
CAMPER LOADING
To minimize safety risks while loading or unloading your camper, the
following must be observed:
• Keep children and animals away from the area when raising or
lowering the camper.
• Only store your camper on level ground.
• Be sure all tie-down devices and electrical devices are disconnected
from the vehicle before loading.
• Never allow the camper to be occupied while it is being loaded or
unloaded.
• Avoid putting any part of your body under the camper during the
procedure.
• Do not tilt the camper sideways while raising it on the jacks. The
jacks could buckle.
• Always raise or lower the camper with the front either level or higher
than the back to avoid weight transfer and damage to jacks or
cargo.
• Always load and unload camper on firm level ground.
An improperly loaded truck and camper
can cause imbalance and adverse vehicle
handling. This can result in loss of
control, serious injury or death.
WARNING
Overtightened turnbuckles or tie downs
may result in damage to your camper.
CAUTION
