Regency XALTA, Owner'S Manual

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VEHICLE OPERATION REGENCY XALTA MOTORHOME
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DRIVING SAFETY TIPS
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When reversing the motorhome, have a person
stand to the rear on the driver’s side to guide you.
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Before departing on the trip, check your routes for
height restrictions.
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While traveling, make sure all occupants correctly
use their seatbelts.
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While traveling, make sure all doors are closed and
that cabinets, drawers and loose objects are secure.
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Instruct your family about what to do in case of fire
and periodically hold fire drills.
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Maintain a properly charged fire extinguisher.
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Keep a well-stocked first aid bag onboard the
motorhome.
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Check tires often while traveling. Make it a habit to
check tire pressures before each trip and each time
you refuel.
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Carry a cell phone with you in case of emergency.
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Do not drink and drive.
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Do not allow others to drive and drive.
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Do not text and drive.
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Always use a hands-free system when driving.
TRAVEL TIPS
As you travel with your motorhome, you will learn a great
deal from your own experiences. Share your experience
with other motorhome owners, and learn from them as
well. Read RV, outdoor, and camping magazines for
camping and travel tips.
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Make sure all compartment, refrigerator, and freezer
doors are closed securely. Carefully open these doors
after travelling: the contents may have shifted while
travelling and may fall when you open the door.
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Know the height and width of your motorhome and
allow for adequate clearance.
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Use your mirrors while driving to determine whether
you are crowding the center line or the outside edge
of the highway. Remember, your motorhome
requires a much different driving style than your
family car.
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When towing a vehicle, make sure the combined
weight of the towed vehicle does not exceed the
GCWR as stated on the vehicle certification label
located on the passenger door frame
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Check your route carefully before you travel.
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Fill your water tank with clean, fresh, potable water
only. Do not use a new hose to fill the tank
– it may
leave a taste of rubber or vinyl.
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Conserve water, the holding tanks have a limited
capacity.
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Dump sewage only at approved dumping sites.
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Store all liquids in plastic containers with tight seals.
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Watch the levels in your holding tanks. Dump
regularly to avoid unnecessary buildup and potential
odor. After dumping, add water to the black water
tank to prevent solids from settling in the tank.
Without adequate liquid in the black water tank,
dumping can be difficult or impossible.
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Be careful not to leave odor-causing food or materials
in your motorhome for extended periods of time.
Make sure wet clothing and towels are fully dried
before storing.
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Make sure your fire extinguisher is ready for use and
that you know how to operate it.