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SECTION 2 –
SAFETY AND PRECAUTIONS
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Improper grounding of the vehicle can cause
personal injury. Do not plug the utility power
cord into an outlet which is not grounded and
do not adapt the plug to connect to a receptacle
for which it is not designed.
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Do not attach an extension cord to the utility
power cord.
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Do not use any electrical device that has had
the ground pin removed.
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Avoid overloading electrical circuits. Replace
fuses or circuit breakers with those of the
same size and amperage rating only. Never
use a higher rated fuse or breaker.
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Use caution when handling or working near
electrical storage batteries. Always remove
jewelry and wear protective clothing and eye
covering. Avoid creating sparks.
LOADING
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Store or secure all loose items inside the
motorhome before traveling. Possible
overlooked items such as canned goods or
small appliances on the countertop, cooking
pans on the range, or free-standing furniture
items can become dangerous projectiles
during a sudden stop.
•
Be aware of GVWR, GAWR, and individual
load limit on each tire or set of duals (See
“Loading the Vehicle” in
Section 11 -
Miscellaneous
).
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Never load the motorhome in excess of the
gross vehicle weight rating or the gross axle
weight rating for either axle.
MAINTENANCE
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Do not remove the radiator cap while engine
and radiator are still hot. Always check
coolant level visually at the see-through
coolant reservoir.
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Never get beneath a vehicle that is held up by
a leveling system (if equipped), or a jack only.
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Always release the air prior to getting under
the vehicle (if equipped).
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Do not mix different construction types of
tires on the vehicle, such as radial, bias, or
belted tires, as vehicle handling may be
affected. Replace tires with exact size, type,
and load range.
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Refer to the chassis manual for complete
maintenance precautions and
recommendations.
ROOF AND LADDERS
–If Equipped
The ladder on your motorhome is provided for
limited access to the roof.
For your safety, it is not recommended that
you store or carry items on the roof.
Before Using the Ladder
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Inspect the ladder
to make sure it is not
damaged. Never use a damaged ladder.
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Keep the rungs of the ladder clean and dry
while in use. Never use the ladder when it is
raining, snowing, or icy. The rungs can
become slippery. Do not step onto the rungs if
the rungs are wet, or if your shoes are wet or
carry mud or debris that could result in a loss
of footing.
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Never ignore warning labels
or weight limits
defined on your ladder. The following
warning label is located on or near the ladder:
WARNING
STAY OFF ROOF. Surface may be
slippery. Falling could result in death or
serious injury.
