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Use extra care in packing and storing dishes, utensils, and foods in the rear-kitchen models.
Exceeding the GAWR or GVWR of your tow vehicle or trailer can cause undesirable handling characteristics
and may create a safety hazard. Modification of your vehicle by the addition of racks not specified by the
manufacturer to carry additional equipment or vehicles is not recommended, may create a safety hazard, and
may void your warranty.
Do not store or carry Propane containers, gasoline, or other flammable liquids inside your trailer.
Cargo Carrying Capacity
During the design and development of your trailer, the number and size of storage compartments and the liquid
tank capacities are maximized for value and convenience. If the trailer operator fills all liquid tanks to capacity,
and fills all storage compartments and cupboards to maximum volume with heavy items, the trailer could
potentially be overloaded. The operator is responsible for analyzing the conditions under which the trailer will
be used for each trip.
Thoughtful consideration of the weight placed in the trailer can yield important benefits:
- Maximum flexibility in the use of the available storage space provided in the trailer;
- Improved tow vehicle/trailer handling characteristics;
- Better tow vehicle fuel mileage and reduced tire wear.
Safe Driving Guidelines
Outdoors RV does not recommend transporting passengers in your trailer while traveling.
Your tow vehicle will have very different handling and stopping characteristics when it is towing a trailer. The
following guidelines will help you develop needed driving skills for safe trailer towing:
- Travel very slowly if you are new to trailer towing, or if you have a new trailer or tow vehicle, until you have
learned the handling and stopping characteristics of the tow vehicle/trailer combination. Practice turning,
stopping, and backing in a secluded place away from traffic.
- Do not permit a driver who is inexperienced at towing to operate your tow vehicle/trailer
combination without your direct supervision. Remember - it's slow speed for beginners.
- Tow at moderate speeds allowing for adverse highway and wind conditions. Even under the best of
conditions, do not exceed posted speed limits for vehicles towing trailers. As speed increases, trailer sway
stability, stopping ability, and the ability to make emergency maneuvers are greatly reduced.
- Reduce speed before starting down hills - even short ones - and avoid heavy tow vehicle braking on
downgrades. Trailer towing stability is reduced when traveling downhill, and is further reduced by tow vehicle
braking.
- Slow down before entering turns and avoid heavy braking in turns. Trailer stability is reduced in turns,
and the weight of the trailer tends to push the back of the tow vehicle outward in turns, which can cause loss
of control and "jackknifing."
- If it is windy or passing vehicles are affecting the trailer, slow down until full, comfortable control can
be maintained. Trailer sway can be started by crosswinds and the wind from passing vehicles, especially
trucks and buses passing from the rear. Reduced speed improves trailer stability and handling.
- Do not use an automatic speed control while towing. These devices can interfere with your ability to
slow down in an emergency.
- Avoid quick steering movements that can start the trailer swaying.
- Close, lock and deadbolt the entry door and secure all windows and slide-outs before traveling.
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