Jayco JAY SPORT 2018, Руководство пользователя

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Section 3: Pre-Travel Information
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NOTE: Camping trailers have a ceiling light circuit fed through a
master shut-off switch that prevents 12-volt current from flowing
to the ceiling lights with the roof lowered. Periodically test the light
and switch to be sure the switch adjustment is correctadjustment is
correct.
Travel Trailer Hitch (Customer Supplied)
Hitch selection affects the towing and handling characteristics of your recreation vehicle.
There are many kinds of hitches available and assuring that you have the correct hitch
installed is critical to a safe towing.
Ask your dealer about the proper class and type of hitch you need for your individual tow
vehicle/RV combination. A travel trailer requires a frame mounted hitch.
The hitch class rating based on the capacity that hitch has for towing and a weight
classification. The weight classification is determined from the hitch’s weight carrying
capacity (the tongue weight on a travel trailer). Before selecting a hitch, you must know your
GVWR and tongue weight.
The rating of the hitch package purchased should be equal
to or greater than the RV’s GVWR and the hitch weight.
Equipment that sometimes gives autos, trucks and sport utility vehicles a softer ride can
accentuate swaying when pulling a RV. Suspension that is too stiff will increase vibration,
bounce and accelerate wear of your tow vehicle and RV combination.
Your recreation vehicle manufacturer cannot be responsible for the suspension system
of any tow vehicle. There are a variety of tow vehicle suspension systems available that
will affect the ball height, stability and levelness of a hooked up RV.
Make sure your
dealer is aware of the tow vehicle you are using so a compatible hookup is achieved.
Travel trailer hitch weight
Maintain the proper tongue weight of the trailer. Stay within the target range of 10%-15% of
the overall gross weight (travel trailer weight plus contents).
Travel trailer hitch height & hitch ball
To determine the hitch height for your model, make sure that the
trailer is level. When the loaded RV is hitched to the tow vehicle,
check the hitch ball height. This can be determined by measuring the
distance from the center of the hitch ball to the ground. Record this
number in the box for future reference.
Using an oversized or undersized hitch can cause damage to the RV frame.
Jayco cannot be responsible for the tow vehicle suspension system. The final
ball height after the tow vehicle/travel trailer combination is completely
hooked up is a factor that must be considered. To avoid overloading your
trailer axles and minimize possible handling difficulties, your trailer should
be level when hooked to your tow vehicle. Do not overload your tow vehicle.
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