FRANKIA OPERATING MANUAL
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FRANKIA OPERATING MANUAL
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1.1 Payload
Your motorhome contains numerous storage spaces. Pay special attention to distributing things well so that your motor-
home has the best possible road holding.
The double floor that characterises the FRANKIA motorhomes offers additional storage space. Some of these storage
spaces are accessible from the inside and outside.
Loading the motorhome Please note the following points:
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Heavy objects should be near the ground and directly next to or better between one of the vehicle
axles. In the case of heavy loads, make sure that the motorhome is loaded equally on the left and right
as far as is possible. With a uniform, low-lying load, you achieve stable handling; the load close to the
axle reduces the tendency of the body to rock and pitch
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Only light objects may be packed in the roof storage boxes
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A heavy roof load causes unfavourable driving characteristics due to the high centre of gravity. Secure
the roof load safely with lashing straps
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The luggage must be well wedged and stored in a non-slip manner. Loose objects can damage the
structure. The cupboards must be loaded in such a way that nothing can rattle and slide
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Cupboards that are opened in or against the direction of travel must not be loaded with heavy objects.
The cupboard doors must be locked while driving. Make sure that everything fits into cupboards, dra-
wers and other storage space
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In the motorhome, unsecured objects can turn into “bullets” in the event of hard braking or an accident
and seriously injure the occupants
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When loading the motorhome, the max. permissible total weight when loaded and the permissible axle
load weights (= weight on the front and rear axles) must not be exceeded
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Additional installations of the special equipment package reduce the standard load capacity
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Before using for the first time, we recommend a personal weighing on a calibrated vehicle scale with
full tanks, so that the very personal payload for the luggage can be determined, tailored to the type of
motorhome and equipment package
The maximum permissible total weight when loaded and the permissible axle load weights can be found on the vehicle
documents or on the type plate.
If overloaded, there is a risk of fines, and this can also lead to axle and tyre damage.
1. DEPARTURE AND DRIVING
Note when loading:
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Stow and secure everything inside the motorhome so that a sudden braking manoeuvre does not cause
problems.
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The following should be taken into consideration: Sliding doors, Contents of cupboards, Cutting boards,
Loose objects on tabletops and shelves, Travel utensils in the washroom, Table/ tabletop, Television cabinet
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Secure loose items e.g. with towels. This also reduces rattling noises
1.2 Before driving
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adjust the exterior mirrors correctly
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open the darkening blinds of the front and side windows completely
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check whether the outside flaps, especially the tailgate, are actually locked and not just ajar.
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lock the body door
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retract the step manually if it is not automatically retracted and therefore the warning light on the dash-
board lights up
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disconnect and roll up the 230V electrical cable
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close all doors, flaps and drawers
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Turn off all “open points of fire” that run on gas, such as gas stoves, refrigerators and hot water boilers,
and turn off the gas bottles.
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Close the TV cabinet
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Lock the table/tabletop
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Crank up the rear supports
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Stow the toothbrush beaker and soap dispenser in the cupboard
Before setting off, we advise you to check that you have not forgotten anything and that nothing is hindering your departure.
