THOR Jayco NORTH POINT 2021, Owner'S Manual

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Section 4: Vehicle Operation
Weight Distribution
It is important to evenly distribute the load when loading the cargo bay area. Failure to do
so could adversely affect the towing and handling or the RV.
The following guidelines must be used when loading the cargo area of the RV.
1. Load the cargo bay from front to back, keeping heavier vehicles/items to the front of
the cargo bay area.
2. Load all vehicles/equipment evenly from side to side in the cargo bay.
3. Secure all vehicles/items to prevent load shifts during transit.
4. After loading, weigh the trailer at the hitch, each axle, and each wheel. Observe all
trailer gross, axle, and tire ratings.
5. If the weight of the loaded trailer exceeds any of the ratings as listed on the certification
label located on the front lower left outside wall, remove or re-distribute the cargo load
until the weight(s) are less than the maximum ratings.
Make sure all vehicles/items in the cargo area have been secured with the proper tie
down straps and the cargo door is locked prior to transit.
Air Vents
Typically (2) air vents are located in either side of the cargo bay and are designed for airflow
and ventilation when there is fuel powered equipment in the cargo bay.
The vents must
remain open any time equipment is loaded in the cargo bay, including during travel.
NOTE: Both vents should be open to prevent gas fumes from building up
in the recreation vehicle. The upper vent should be positioned to draw air
into the unit, and the lower to direct the air out when the unit is in motion.
Any motorized vehicle or motorized equipment powered with flammable liq -
uid can cause fire or explosion or asphyxiation if stored or transported within
the recreational vehicle. To reduce the risk of fire, explosion or asphyxiation:
1. Do not ride in the vehicle storage area while vehicles are present.
2. Do not sleep in the vehicle storage area while vehicles are present.
3. Close doors and windows in walls of separation (if installed) while any
vehicle is present.
4. Run fuel out of engines of stored vehicles after shutting off fuel at the
tank.
5. Do not store, transport, or dispense fuel inside this vehicle.
6. Open the windows, openings, or air ventilation systems provided for
venting the transportation area when vehicles are present.
7. Do not operate propane appliances, pilot lights, or electrical equipment
when vehicles are present.
FAILURE TO COMPLY COULD RESULT IN AN INCREASED RISK OF
FIRE, EXPLOSION OR ASPHYXIATION RESULTING IN DEATH OR SE-
RIOUS INJURY.