Oliver LEGACY ELITE II 2023, Руководство пользователя

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MAINTENANCE
If your trailer has a GVWR of 10,000 pounds or less, there is a vehicle placard located in the
same location as the certification label described above. This placard provides tire and
loading information. In addition, this placard will show a statement regarding maximum
cargo capacity. Cargo can be added to the trailer, up to the maximum weight specified
on the placard. The combined weight of the cargo is provided as a single number. In any
case, remember: the total weight of a fully loaded trailer can not exceed the stated GVWR.
For trailers with living quarters installed, the weight of water and propane also need to be
considered. The weight of fully filled propane containers is considered part of the weight
of the trailer before it is loaded with cargo, and is not considered part of the disposable
cargo load. Water however, is a disposable cargo weight and is treated as such. If there
is a fresh water storage tank of 100 gallons, this tank when filled would weigh about 800
pounds. If more cargo is being transported, water can be off-loaded to keep the total
amount of cargo added to the vehicle within the limits of the GVWR so as not to overload
the vehicle. Understanding this flexibility will allow you, the owner, to make choices that
fit your travel needs.
When loading your cargo, be sure it is distributed evenly to prevent overloading front to
back and side to side. Heavy items should be placed low and as close to the axle positions
as reasonable. Too many items on one side may overload a tire. The best way to know the
actual weight of the vehicle is to weigh it at a public scale. Talk to your dealer to discuss
the weighing methods needed to capture the various weights related to the trailer. This
would include the weight empty or unloaded, weights per axle, wheel, hitch or king-pin,
and total weight.
Excessive loads and/or underinflation cause tire overloading and, as a result, abnormal
tire flexing occurs. This situation can generate an excessive amount of heat within the
tire. Excessive heat may lead to tire failure. It is the air pressure that enables a tire to
support the load, so proper inflation is critical. The proper air pressure may be found on
the certification/VIN label and/or on the Tire Placard. This value should never exceed the
maximum cold inflation pressure stamped on the tire.
1.1.1. TRAILERS 10,000 POUNDS GVWR OR LESS
1. Locate the statement, “The weight of cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.,” on
your vehicle’s placard. See figure 1-1.
2. This figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity.
3. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle.
That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity.