Tiffin Motorhomes Allegro Bus 2011, Owner'S Manual

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D R I V I N G & S A F E T Y I N S T R U C T I O N S
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When the motor home is finally situated, shift the transmission into neutral, set the air brakes, and then turn
“off” the engine. Activate the leveling-jack system (see Chapter 9 for more detail) to level and stabilize the
motor home.
If the motor home is to be powered externally, connect the 120 VAC power to the motor home. Turn “on”
the LP gas valve at the LP tank. Connect the fresh-water supply and sanitize the water systems (see Chapter
11), as needed. Connect the waste drain hose to the external sewer hook-up. Start the refrigerator, water
heater, and furnace; as warranted. Light the oven pilot light, as needed. Certain appliances, such as the
refrigerator, will not work properly if the motor home is not level, so be sure to complete the motor home-
leveling process before activating any of the appliances.
Towing Hitch
The Allegro Bus is fully capable of towing typical motor vehicles; the motor home is equipped with a Class 3,
10,000-pound towing hitch (Figure 2-8) and associated wiring
connector. The motor home is capable of towing light loads and
instructions for such are found in the chassis-manufacturer’s literature
in the Owner’s Information Package provided with the Allegro Bus.
As a towed vehicle being pulled by a motor home represents a greater
complexity in driving for the driver (e.g., turning, backing, parking),
one should not attempt such on the road without first practicing such
(e.g., in a vacant lot) to master these skills.
The total weight of the motor home and any vehicle towed by that motor home must not exceed the Gross
Combined Weight Rating (GCWR). When the motor home is being weighed, remember to account for
passengers and their locations in the motor home.
Any vehicles to be towed by the motor home should
have adequate active braking .
The wiring connector provided is a standard seven-pin connector, a more detailed description of which is
provided in Chapter 7. If needed, the connector for the trailer brake actuator is normally located beneath the
access panel located on the dashboard pod. However, your Bus may not have an access panel. The connector is
usually to the left of the steering column under the dash.
Figure 2-8. Class 3 Towing Hitch