forest river Starcraft Bus, Руководство пользователя

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Park Safely
During heavy snow or blizzard conditions, make sure you clear away any snow around the base of
your vehicle, especially anything blocking the exhaust pipe. Keep checking to make sure snow has
not collected there.
CAUTION
: Engine exhaust can kill you and others in the vehicle. It contains the gas
carbon monoxide (CO), which you cannot see or smell. It will cause unconsciousness
and/or death. If you ever suspect exhaust is entering the vehicle, have it checked and
repaired immediately.
Vehicle Safety Standard Certification Labels
Ford and Chevrolet, International labels are located on the driver doorjamb; Freightliner labels
are on the driver console.
Tire and Rim Certification Label
This label provides Tire and Rim information as well as the recommended tire pressure
specifications, PSI (Pounds Square Inch).
Vehicle Weight and Loading Restrictions Label
Provides the following information:
*Name of the body manufacturer (MFG. BY)
*The month and year the body was manufactured (DATE OF MFG.)
*Weight and Loading Restrictions: (GVWR, GAWR-FRONT, GAWR-REAR)
*Certification Statement (MO. and YR.)
*Vehicle Identification Number
*Vehicle Type
The Weight and Loading restrictions are specified by the chassis manufacturer.
These loads are defined by the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). The GAWR is the value of
the load carrying capacity of a single axle system. It is measured by the tire/ground interface,
plus the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), which is the maximum permissible load/weight
of the bus.
Weighing the Unit
The weight of the empty vehicle will vary based on the equipment and options, which are
installed on your particular bus. Properly loaded vehicles will perform better, handle more safely
and give you peak performance from your tires.
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It is your responsibility to weigh the vehicle while empty, and again when fully loaded including
fuels and other fluids, to ensure it stays within weight limitations. Weigh the unit from time to
time to make sure the bus stays within the gross vehicle weight limitations.