SECTION 2 –
SAFETY AND PRECAUTIONS
2-6
MAINTENANCE
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Do not remove the radiator cap while engine
and radiator are still hot. Always check
coolant level visually at the see-through
coolant reservoir.
•
Never get beneath a vehicle that is held up by
a jack only.
•
Do not mix different construction types of
tires on the vehicle, such as radial, bias, or
belted tires, as vehicle handling may be
affected. Replace tires with exact size, type,
and load range.
•
Refer to your chassis manual for complete
maintenance precautions and
recommendations.
EMERGENCY EXITS
Escape Window
The escape window is secured by two red
safety latches at the bottom of the window.
To open, lift both latches up and toward the
center of the window, then push outward near the
bottom of the window.
Using Slider Windows As
Emergency Exits
Some coaches are required to have a slider
window as an alternate exit. This window will be
marked EXIT and have a red-handled latch.
Most slider windows along the side of any
motorhome can also be used as alternate
emergency exits, should the need arise.
To use a slider windows as an exit, first slide
the window open, then either slide the screen
open or push the screen material out, depending
on window construction.
Rear Escape Window
Some models may have a push-out rear escape
window on the backwall of the coach.
To open, pull on the red plastic strap at the
bottom of the window to remove the rubber cord
that holds the window in place. Pull on the rubber
cord until it is completely removed. This allows
the window to be pushed out.
Use rear escape window for emergency exit
only. Do not test for proper operation. If the cord
is released by accident, but the glass remains in
Escape Window - Lift latch
handles upward to open.
Pull latch UP to slide window open
•Pull red strap to remove black rubber window
retainer cord.
•Pull cord out completely and push window out
of rubber frame.
