Regency XALTA, Owner'S Manual

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VEHICLE OPERATION REGENCY XALTA MOTORHOME
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TRAVELING
Refer to the chassis manual in the Motorhome
Information Bag for engine starting, operation and
stopping instructions.
DRIVING CHARACTERISTICS
Controls
Your motorhome driver controls are automotive type.
Steering and braking controls are power assisted to help
make driving as comfortable as possible.
Your motorhome is much higher, wider and heavier than
a family automobile so the operator must anticipate and
account for the differences.
General Handling
The motorhome power-to-weight ratio is lower than that
of the average automobile; therefore, it is essential to
compensate for slower acceleration when moving into
traffic or when passing another vehicle.
Allow extra room to corner and to change lanes.
When going underneath a bridge or similar overhang, you
must be aware of your maximum height. (Measurement
must include the air conditioner plus 6 in. Height may vary
depending on chassis, make, suspension, and air
conditioner.)
High Wind Handling
High winds or strong wind gusts may lead to
unpredictable handling and motorhome control.
When encountering high winds or strong wind gusts,
proceed as follows:
o
Slow down significantly so you can maintain
control of your motorhome.
o
Find a safe place to pull off the road and take
shelter.
o
Park your motorhome facing directly into the
wind to minimize high wind.
Mountain Driving
When driving in hilly or mountainous terrain, exercise
safe driving techniques that match terrain conditions.
Climbing a Hill
The transmission is designed to automatically down-shift
when required during long, uphill climbs.
If the transmission frequently shifts up and down, select
a lower gear for the duration of the climb to prevent
repeated shifting.
This will prevent unnecessary wear and tear on the
transmission.
Descending a Hill
Select a lower transmission gear when descending a hill
to avoid prolonged brake applications.
Under extreme conditions, prolonged brake applications
could lead to excessive brake wear, overheating, and
failure causing you to lose control of the motorhome.
CAUTION
Extended brake applications can cause excessive
wear, overheating, and under extreme conditions,
brake failure that could cause you to lose control of
the motorhome.
NOTICE
A safe driving practice is to use the same lower gear
position when descending a hill that you used while
climbing the hill.
NOTICE
Carefully observe the engine temperature, especially
during long climbs.
If you notice overheating, pull off the road and allow
the engine to fully cool before continuing.