THOR 2014 Daybreak, Owner'S Manual

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A thorough working knowledge of your motorhome is important if you are going to get
the most out of the convenience and safety items built into your unit. Be as familiar
with it as you are with your personal car or truck. Study all the booklets included in
your Owner’s Information Kit. These booklets cover details of operation for the major
appliances and equipment built into your motorhome for your comfort, convenience
and safety. Your selling dealer should provide you with a complete walk through of your
vehicle at the time of purchase. Any questions and concerns should be addressed at
that time.
The vehicle licensing laws vary from state-to-state. Check with your state license bureau
or nearest branch office for the requirements of your state. Be sure to renew your
license if it has expired or will expire during your trip. Your motorhome is considerably
larger and heavier than your car, therefore certain precautions should be exercised. A
CDL license may not be required to operate your motorhome, but Thor Motor Coach
recommends you attend a CDL class to better understand the motorhomes driving
and handling characteristics. Thor Motor Coach wants your driving experience to be
pleasant and enjoyable.
Talk to your insurance agent about the appropriate coverage for your motorhome.
Always carry your policy card.
Follow a consistent schedule of inspection and maintenance for your motorhome.
Your continuing safety and comfort depend on it. This manual includes recommended
maintenance intervals and instructions. Adherence to these schedules will minimize
the possibility of failure of any important system or part of your motorhome. The time
spent inspecting and maintaining your motorhome will provide you with many years of
recreational pleasure. Improper inspections or maintenance neglect may invalidate
your Limited Warranty.
Proper loading is one of the most important considerations when traveling in a
motorhome. Your motorhome is built to withstand a certain maximum load. Check the
Federal Certification Label located in the driver’s area to determine the safe load limits.
For safety’s sake, NEVER OVERLOAD THE MOTORHOME. This chapter contains
information about proper loading and weighing of your motorhome.
Know how to control your motorhome on the highway. Be familiar with passing and
stopping requirements, and problems that can develop. Know how to brake properly,
how to back up and how to turn. Practice in a secluded place until you become familiar
with the handling characteristics and techniques of your motorhome. Don’t overlook
the laws of your state that govern driving a motorhome. Your state Motor Vehicle
Department office can provide you with the applicable vehicle codes that spell out your
rights and responsibilities as a motorhome owner.
Whenever you depart, be it from your home, rest area, or campsite, you should perform
these pre-travel checks:
Tires should be inspected before each trip for uneven wear, road damage, foreign
objects, peeling or bulging, and correct tire pressure. Heat generated by surface
friction will increase the tire’s air pressure, therefore do not bleed air out of a hot tire.
Check tire pressure after the vehicle has been parked for at least one hour. Inflate
tires to recommended pressure as indicated on the Federal Certification Label located
above the Drivers area.
Proper tire inflation is extremely important.
When purchasing a new tire, be certain it is the same
size and has the same ply rating and load range as the
original tire. DO NOT mix radial ply with bias or bias-belted
tires.
READ THE BOOK
Planning and Preparation
LICENSES
INSURANCE
INSPECT AND
MAINTAIN
LOADING
AND WEIGHT
DISTRIBUTION
CONTROL OF THE
MOTORHOME
PRE-TRAVEL
CHECK
Tires
CAUTION
CAUTION