Bailey 2002 Series, Руководство пользователя

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Chapter 2
CARAVAN & TOW VEHICLE
Caravan handling
Allow for the caravan being slightly wider than the car.
Allow additional distance from the kerb with caravan wheels so that they
are not ‘bumped’.
When passing other vehicles allow more than the normal clearance for
driving solo.
Overtaking and stopping distances are increased when you are towing.
Always indicate in plenty of time before carrying out any manoeuvre.
Allow longer to accelerate up speed prior to overtaking.
Allow for the vehicle being twice its normal length.
Do not suddenly swing out.
Carry out all manoeuvres as smoothly as possible.
Use nearside wing mirror to check caravan has cleared when overtaking.
Reversing
Proficiency at reversing can only be achieved with practice and should
be first attempted in a large open area. Consider taking a suitable training
course.
Motorway driving
Caravans may not be towed in the outside lane of a three or four lane
motorway. (Reg. 12(2) of the Motorway Traffic [England and Wales]
Regulations 1982).
Reduce speed in high winds, cross winds, downhill or in poor visibility.
High sided vehicles such as lorries or coaches can cause air buffeting, so
extra care must be taken when passing or being passed. Give as much