Mondial Designs Limited HB095 2008, Owner'S Handbook Manual

preparing for the road

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preparing for the road

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nose weight:

The static mass of the trailer towing device on 
the rear of the towing vehicle.

notes:

(i)    When measuring the noseweight it is 

important that the trailer is loaded.

(ii)   The trailer is intended to be towed slightly 

nose heavy. The nose weight can be 
adjusted by distribution of the load. The 
nose weight should be approximately 7% 
of the actual laden weight (but not greater 
than the hitch capacity) and at the same 
time suit the motorhome requirements. 
See ‘Advice on Towing’ page 20.

LoadInG of veHIcLe

warnInG: Loads must not be exceeded. 
the driver is responsible for arranging 
the loads so that they comply with the 
technical weight limits of the specific 
motorhome model.  
See specification handbook.

Correct weight distribution is an important factor 
in ensuring your vehicle is well balanced and 
easy to drive. It is therefore necessary to load 
your motorhome carefully making sure all heavy 
articles are evenly distributed and are preferably 
placed in the lower lockers or bed boxes.

warnInG: the two longitudinal bars 
fitted to the roof are there for styling 
purposes only and should not be used  
for load carrying.

warnInG: do not travel with televisions 
or microwaves in overhead lockers unless 
the appliance was supplied fitted to your 
motorhome by the manufacturer.

Although it is essential to ensure that the total 
weight of your motorhome does not exceed the 

stipulated Maximum Technically Permissible 
Laden Mass, (MTPLM), it is important to 

remember that the front and rear axles also  
have individual maximum weights which must 
not be exceeded.

to ensure adequate road holding the load 
on the front axle, under all conditions, 
must not be less than 40% or more than 
70% of the total weight.

Ensure you distribute the payload equally on 
each side of the vehicle to avoid an imbalance.

These weights, together with the MTPLM, can 
be found on the VIN (Vehicle Identification 
Number) plate located under the bonnet on the 

front cross member.

warning: turn off all gas appliances while 
the vehicle is in motion.

If an en-route heating system is fitted 
isolate all appliances except the heater.

warnInG: walking on the roof is  
not recommended!

Please take care to ensure you have allowed for 
the masses of all the items you intend to carry 
in your motorhome e.g. passengers, optional 
equipment, essential habitational equipment and 
personal effects such as clothing, food, pets, 
bicycles, sailboards, sports equipment etc.

tyreS

General instructions if a tyre is punctured 

Wheel changing and correct use of the jack and 
spare wheel calls for some precautions.
Alert other drivers that the motorhome is 
stationary in compliance with the regulations in 
force: hazard warning lights, warning triangle 
etc. Passengers on board should leave the 
motorhome especially if fully laden. Passengers 
should keep well clear of on coming traffic 
whilst the wheel is being changed. Ensure the 
handbrake is fully engaged.
The spare wheel supplied is specific to your 
motorhome, do not use it on other models  
or use the spare wheel of other models on  
your motorhome. Wheel bolts are also specific 

Before movInG off

check:

-   gas cylinders and all gas operated 

appliances have been isolated, including 
fridge, water heater, oven and space heater.

note: If LpG en-route heating is installed 
isolate the oven/hob and stand alone  
water heater.

-   gas cylinders are correctly positioned, 

secured and turned off unless using  
en-route heating.

-   loose articles including luton ladder are 

stowed securely. Do not stow tins, bottles 
or heavy items in overhead lockers.

-   all lockers and cupboard doors are closed 

and secured.

-   main table is stored or locked in its  

transit position.

-   fridge is on 12V operation and door lock 

is set.

-   230V mains input socket flap is 

securely closed.

-  all drain taps are closed.
-  tyre pressures and wheel nuts.
-  rear corner steadies are raised.
-   exterior roof rack ladder is raised and secured.

-   all windows/doors/rooflights are closed 

and secured.

-   TV aerial is lowered and locked into position.

-   exterior step (where fitted) is  

retracted/folded in.

Special attention must be taken to ensure all 
top hinged windows as well as windows and 

rooflights are closed when in transit. 

All units should be fully closed and latched to 
prevent damage. 

motorHome termS

mass in running order:  

This is the mass of the motorhome as stated by 
the manufacturer, i.e. ex works weight including 
the driver with 90% fuel / fresh water / gas 
capacity and standard fixtures and fittings, in 
compliance with European Directive 92/21/EEC 

(Masses and Dimensions).
Note: Quoted MRO is subject to tolerance, 

due to weight variation of materials used in 

Motorhome construction.
maximum user payload: 

The maximum allowable weight to be put into 
the motorhome whilst it is being driven. This is 
made up of 4 sections:
Personal effects, conventional load, optional 
equipment and essential habitation equipment.

The Maximum User Payload is the difference 
between the Maximum Technically Permissible 
Laden Mass and the Mass in Running Order.
personal effects: 

Those items which a user can choose to  
carry in a motorhome and which are not 
included as Essential Habitation Equipment  
or Optional equipment.

conventional Load: 

A mass allowance for each designated 
passenger seat.

optional equipment: 

Items made available by the manufacturer  
over and above the standard specification  
of the motorhome.

essential Habitation: 

A mass allowance for liquids in systems not 

accounted for within the MRO.
maximum technically permissible  
Laden mass: 

The maximum weight for which the motorhome 
is designed for normal use when being driven 
on a road, laden.
This mass takes into account specific operating 
conditions including factors such as the strength 
of materials, loading capacity of tyres etc.

warnInG: under no circumstances should 
the maximum technically permissible Laden 
mass of this motorhome be exceeded.