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DRIVING & SAFETY - 2
CAYMAN 2007
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BACKING UP A MOTORHOME
Whether you are a long time owner of
recreational vehicles, or just starting out, backing
up can be a challenge. Following some simple
guidelines may help to reduce that challenge.
When backing up, the driver (pilot) should be
comfortable using the mirrors, the back-up
camera and the co-pilot’s directions (ground
guide) for assistance. Practice backing up with
the co-pilot’s guidance in a large, unobstructed
parking lot. Backing up is a team effort.
The backing process should begin while the
motorhome is in forward motion. Maneuver
the motorhome to align with the chosen site.
Aligning the motorhome with the site after the
backing process begins may require more than
one attempt. When the motorhome is properly
aligned with the site, the parking area will be
visible in both mirrors. Use road markings as
reference points when possible.
When pull-through sites are not available,
pick a solid, level site on the left side for a
better fi eld of vision using the roadside mirror.
If the site is on the right, use the curbside mirror
for backing up, but stay aware of blind spots.
Get out and walk the area prior to backing in.
Look for potential hazards or obstacles that
may damage the motorhome. If the site is
satisfactory, prepare to back in carefully. Have
the co-pilot provide guidance using the fi ve
hand signals. Use of walkie-talkies will also aid
in guidance.
The co-pilot will perform just as important a
job as the driver. When guiding the driver, the
co-pilot should be located safely at the left rear
corner of the motorhome, facing forward, while
remaining visible in the roadside mirror at all
times. The co-pilot should make a conscious
effort to maintain sight of the driver through the
roadside mirror as the motorhome maneuvers.
If the driver loses sight of the co-pilot, stop the
backing up process until the co-pilot returns to
view. To avoid mishaps, the co-pilot should be
focused only on what the driver is doing, with
brief observation moments. If necessary, stop
the backing up process to have co-pilot inspect
other areas or angles of concern.
The driver should receive directions only
from the co-pilot. When the co-pilot is guiding
the driver, only fi ve clearly defi ned signals
should be used, with only one signal given at a
time. Flailing arms with indecisive signals only
confuse the driver. Signals should be given with
purpose and confi dence. Directional signals are
directing travel of the rear of the motorhome.
If the desired direction is left, the co-pilot
points left. For example: The co-pilot will
use his/her right arm and forefi nger pointing
distinctly left with arm and fi nger held on a
horizontal plane, indicating desired direction
of travel of the rear of the motorhome. The
directional signal given should remain steady
until the desired movement is complete.
Five Directional Signals:
1. Co-pilot uses left hand and arm held
horizontal, with forefi nger pointing
right, to direct rear of motorhome to
the right.
2. Co-pilot uses right hand and arm held
horizontal, with forefi nger pointing
left, to direct rear of motorhome to the
left.
3. Co-pilot uses both arms and hands
parallel with thumbs pointing up and to
rear in a waving vertical motion. This
signals driver to maintain a straight
back direction.
4. Co-pilot holds arms horizontally, hands
open with palms facing one another.
Start with a wide separation, gradually
closing distance of hands in a rate
appropriate to vehicle speed to indicate
amount of distance to the stop point.
5. Closed fi sts and crossed arms indicate
STOP .
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