Recon Sport 2007, Руководство пользователя

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You will find that your RV will travel safely and
comfortably at most posted trailer highway
speed limits. However, it will take longer than a
passenger automobile to reach that speed.
Keep this in mind when overtaking and
passing another vehicle. Allow more time to go
around the vehicle you are passing. You
cannot cut back into the traffic lane as quickly
due to the longer length of your tow vehicle/RV
combination. Drive with caution to avoid
situations that might require quick momentum
changes.
Even though your RV is equipped with brakes
designed for GVWR, we suggest practicing
stopping away from traffic until you become
accustomed to your RV’s stopping distance. A
good way to practice is at a large parking lot
(where it is permissible). Easing to a stop and
starting smoothly saves wear and tear on your
tow vehicle/RV combination.
Drive defensively, try to anticipate problems
that may occur and prepare for them (even if
they may never happen). Be aware of road
surface conditions. Slow down well in advance
of dips and bumps to reduce the jolting to your
tow vehicle/RV combination. Drive over them
slowly and let the trailer tires pass over them
before accelerating. Cross railroad tracks
slowly (always release your brakes before
crossing).
When descending a long hill, drop down into a
lower gear (or lower range if you have
automatic transmission). Avoid conditions that
require excessive and prolonged use of your
brakes. Apply and release brakes at short
intervals to give them a chance to cool. The
tow vehicle transmission and engine will help
in controlling downhill speed and can lengthen
brake life. The distance required to stop the RV
is greater than an automobile’s. Use care
when accelerating or decelerating on a
slippery surface. Abrupt speed changes can
cause skidding and loss of control.
Driving through water deep enough to wet the
brakes may affect stopping distance or cause
the vehicle to pull to one side. Check the RV’s
brake operation in a safe area to be sure they
have not been affected.
Never operate any
vehicle if a difference in braking efficiency
is noticeable.
Towing behind your RV
DO NOT tow anything behind your RV. The
RV frame and bumper are not designed for
towing.
If your RV is equipped with an optional
roof rack & ladder, do not leave items attached
to it while traveling (see
Sec. 9. Storage &
Maintenance , Roof rack & ladder (if so
equipped), Rear bumper).
Vehicle Clearance
Remember some bridges, older ones in
particular, may not support the weight of your
tow vehicle/RV combination. Know the weight
and size of your towing combination and
observe any posted weight and clearance
limits. The added height of roof air
conditioners, TV antennas or floodlights may
cause clearance problems around some
tunnels, canopies and hanging signs.
Turning Corners
When turning, the tires do not follow the path of
your tow vehicle tires. The RV will make a
tighter turn than the tow vehicle. You must
compensate for this action by carefully pulling
the tow vehicle out into the intersection further
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SECTION 7
TOWING & HANDLING
WARNING
DO NOT travel with waste in the holding
tanks. Liquid or debris in the holding tank(s)
will affect the towing characteristics and
may result in property damage or personal
injury.
WARNING
Towing items behind your Jayco trailer, or
overloading the rear, will void the warranty
and may result in: damage to the trailer or
add-on items, towing difficulties, property
damage and/or personal injury.