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Driving & Safety
SECTION THREE
When preparing to back the trailer into a space,
maneuver the motorhome sweeping wide . Turn back
to the opposite direction to maneuver the trailer into
the space . Turn the bottom of the steering wheel in the
desired direction of travel for the trailer .
For example: If the desired direction of the trailer is
left, rotate the bottom of the steering wheel left . If the
trailer moves in an undesired direction, pull forward
just far enough to re-align the trailer with the space .
The co-pilot should stand safely at the left rear corner
of the trailer within view of the driver in the roadside
mirror, using the five hand signals for guidance .
SET-UP PROCEDURES
If the site for the motorhome provides full hook-ups, use
this quick reference as a guide only . This information is
an overview on hooking up the utilities and preparing
appliances for use . Specific information on slide room,
awning, leveling system, water system, entertainment
and propane operations is discussed in detail in other
sections .
1. Level the Motorhome:
• Follow procedures and guidelines for extending the
slideout rooms in section 5 “Slideout Operation”
then “Leveling the Motorhome” in Section 5 . When
using the hydraulic jacks confirm that the parking
surface will accommodate the weight placed on
the jacks .
2. Hook up utilities and prepare appliances for use:
• Open the primary propane valve on the propane
tank .
• Prepare the shore cord for connection . Uncoil and
inspect the cord . Install proper electrical adapters if
50 Amp service is not available . Operate electrical
appliances in sequence when hooked to limited
shore power service . Turn shore power circuit
breaker OFF prior to plugging in the shore cord .
• If hooked to less than 50 Amp service, operate
appliances in sequence rather than at the same
time to avoid shore power overload . Start the water
heater and furnace (if needed) .
CAUTION:
Tow bars or car dollies are generally made to travel
in a forward direction only . Most towing equipment
of this type is not designed for backing . Never
attempt short back up distances with a tow bar or
tow dolly . Damage to the motorhome, vehicle or
towing device will result .
NOTE:
If shore power is less
than what is rated
for the motorhome,
electrical adapters will
be required and power
consumption
must
be reduced to avoid
tripping the shore
power breaker .
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20 AMP
30 AMP
50 AMP
50 AMP
20 AMP
30 AMP
CAUTION:
Do not remove cover from the shore power supply
to troubleshoot electricity to the motorhome .
Serious personal injury or death may occur . If there
is no power to the motorhome, inform the park
manager . It is the park manager’s responsibility to
fix any problems with the power pedestal at the
site .
CAUTION:
If shore power service is limited to 15 or 20 Amps,
use of light duty extension cords and electrical
adapters will create a voltage loss through the cord
and at each electrical connection . Line voltage loss
and the resistance at each electrical connection
can be a hazardous combination . Damage to
sensitive electronic equipment or an electrical fire
may result .
NOTE:
To avoid shore power overload when hooked to
30 Amp service, determine appliance current load
prior to turning on appliances or using interior
outlets .
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