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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION TO RV OWNERSHIP
Welcome to the world of recreational vehicle travel. The purchase of
your OPEN RANGE RV COMPANY product allows you to enter this
type of camping and leisure travel. Your coach has been designed
and engineered to offer many comforts of home. OPEN RANGE RV
COMPANY recreational vehicles are designed and constructed to be
used as temporary living quarters for camping and travel uses. The
coaches are not intended for hauling cargo.
This owner’s manual was prepared to assist you in understanding the
proper use and operation of various containment systems, servicing
and maintenance of component parts, and explanation of your warranty
protection. If this is your first RV travel coach, you will want to acquaint
yourself with all aspects and information found in this manual plus manuals
supplied by component manufacturers.
These materials will reflect the most current information available for the
user. Some components and items may not be in your coach as they may
be options on different models.
Keep this owner’s manual in your recreational vehicle for handy reference.
Get to know your new vehicle and how it operates. You should carefully
read and understand these instructions, as well as information supplied
by the manufacturers of separately warranted products. They contain
important operating, safety, and maintenance instructions. If you have
questions that are not adequately answered by this manual or other
booklets, consult your dealer. If he cannot satisfactorily answer your
questions, he will call our staff for additional information.
Every effort has been made to provide you with a safe, dependable
product. Your vehicle complies with applicable requirements of Federal
Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, State Regulations, Canadian Standards
Associations (CSA) where applicable, and complies with requirements
of ANSI Standard A119.2, the nationally recognized “Standard for
Recreational Vehicles – Installation of Plumbing, Heating and Electrical
Systems.” The Recreational Vehicle Industry Association (RVIA) and
Canadian Standards Association (CSA) periodically inspect our production
lines and assist us in maintaining strict compliance with installation and
safety standards for those systems.
Your follow-up with periodic safety
inspections and a program of preventive maintenance is important
for the continuation of safe and trouble-free operation.
Camping is a great way to relax and enjoy the outdoors with your friends
and family. Please remember to tread lightly on our beautiful land and
