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Living With Your RV
FIRE SAFETY
The potential hazards of fire exist in all areas of life, and a recreational lifestyle is no exception. Your
RV is a complex assembly made up of many materials, some of them flammable. But like most hazards,
the possibility of fire can be minimized, if not totally eliminated by recognizing the danger and
practicing common sense, safety, and maintenance habits.
Fire Extinguisher
A fire extinguisher is included with your RV which is located next to the main entry door near the floor.
It is rated for Class B (gasoline, grease, and flammable liquids) and Class C (electrical) fires. Know
where your fire extinguisher is located and how and when to use it. Read its instructions on the label and
follow its recommended maintenance and testing. Fire extinguishers of this size are most effective when
used immediately on small fires. They only contain a limited amount of chemical and therefore must be
used properly so that the chemical is not wasted.
This fire extinguisher is non-refillable. After use
discharge completely and discard. Any use requires discarding.
Egress (Exit) Windows
'Egress' or 'Emergency Exit' windows are labeled with the word
EXIT
in bold red lettering to help
identify which windows open large enough to escape through in the event of fire or emergency.
Additionally, all egress windows can be distinguished by red operational handles or levers. Dependent
upon the window type, an egress window's opening may be a large section or the entire window. Review
the location and operational instructions posted on the window with all occupants of your RV. Operate
all egress windows occasionally to ensure that not only do they function properly but to train yourself to
use them efficiently in the event of an emergency. Below are examples of two types of egress windows,
one with side levers, and one with a single lever in the center. Both types must have the screen removed
prior to exiting through the window. The screens have a red tab (as seen in example below) that must be
pulled up and inward to remove.
