KZ MXT User manual
THEPURPOSE OF THETHISOWNER’S MANUALISTO
PROVIDETHEMOSTCURRENTINFORMATION
AVAILABLEFORYOUR NEWRECREATIONALVEHICLE
ABOUTCAREAND USAGE.
ALSOMINORMAITENANCEAND CRITICALSAFETY
WARNINGSAREINCLUDEDAND MUST BE READAND
OBEYED.
ADDITIONALMAINTENANCEINFORMATIONISFOUND ‘
IN’’MAINTENANCEMANUAL’’ SUPPLYEDWITHYOUR
COACH. FAILURETOPROVIDECAREFORYOUR R.V.
COULD RESULTIN LOSSOF WARRANTYCOVERAGE.
ADDITIONALMANUALSMAYBESUPPLIEDAND
AVAILABLEBYTHEMANUFACTUREROFTHE
COMPONENTAND/ORAPPLIANCE.SEE THE
INFORMATION PACKETIN YOUR COACH.
©2015KZRV LITHOU.S.A. 9—2014
ConventionalTravelTrailer
ConventionalFifthWheel
HybridTravelTrailer
FifthWheelToyHauler
TravelTrailerToyHauler
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KZRV, L.P.
“BUILDINGQUALITYANDFUN
FOROVER40 YEARS”
Wecongratulateyouon yourpurchaseofaKZRV,
recreationalvehicle.You havechosen aqualitybuilt
RVwhichshouldprovide you withmanyyearsof
campingmemoriesandfun.
Therecreationalvehicleyou havepurchased has
beeninspectedbyourtrainedinspectorsand fully
meetsourhighqualitystandards.
Asthe ownerofanewKZRV, RVyou can rest
assuredthatwewill do all wecan tokeepyou a
“happycamper”.Naturally,yoursellingdealershipis
alwayshappytohelpyou withanyquestionsyou
mayhaveorserviceyou mayneed.Andshouldyou
needassistancewhen traveling,withover250
KZRV, dealersnationwide,assistanceisusuallyjust
minutesaway.
KZRV, L.P.
0985N 900 W
Shipshewana, IN 46565
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TABLEOFCONTENTS
Chapter1– Introduction toRVOwnership...................................1
SafetyConsiderations.................................................................2
ReportingSafetyDefects......................................................2
SafetyWhen EmergencyStopping.......................................3
AdditionalSafetyConsiderations..........................................3
Extended orColdWeatherUse...................................................4
Condensation..............................................................................5
Causes…………………………………………………………...5
Solutions…………………………………………………………5
InteriorVentilation…………………………………………………...6
Chapter2– Service Procedures.....................................................7
BasicServiceProcedures...........................................................7
Dealer...................................................................................8
Factory…..............................................................................8
Parts…..................................................................................8
Owner’sResponsibility..........................................................8
SeasonalSite........................................................................9
TowableLimited Warranty………..............................................10
Chapter3– Using YourRV...........................................................13
Equipment…..............................................................................13
TowVehicle........................................................................13
Hitches–TravelTrailer.......................................................13
Hitch Height Specifications– TravelTrailer........................14
Hook-Up (TravelTrailer).....................................................14
The SafetyChain (TravelTrailer).......................................15
Traveling…................................................................................15
Weights...............................................................................15
Weighing Vehicle (Loaded orUnloaded)............................17
Loading the Trailer—Distribution........................................17
ToyHauler-Cargo Information……………………………….19
Interior, CargoArea………………………………..……..21
RearScreen Door……………………………………...…22
RearCargo Door………………………………………....22
FuelCell……………………………………………………….23
Generator……………………………………………………..24
Towing………………………………………………………….24
Tires…................................................................................25
SafetyFirst-BasicTire Maintenance............................26
Finding TirePressure and LoadLimits........................26
Understanding Tire Pressure and Load Limits.............26
Checking Tire Pressure................................................27
StepsforMaintaining ProperTire Pressure.................27
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Tire Size.......................................................................28
Tire Tread.....................................................................27
Tire Balance and WheelAlignment..............................29
Tire Repair....................................................................29
Tire Fundamentals.......................................................28
AdditionalInformation on Light TruckTires..................30
VehicleLoad Limits……………………………………...31
Cargo Capacities................................................................31
HowOverloading AffectsYourRVand Tires.....................31
Tire SafetyTips...................................................................32
PreventingTire Damage..............................................32
Tire SafetyChecklist....................................................32
HowtoChangea Tire.........................................................33
WheelLugs.........................................................................33
Brakes—Electrical...............................................................33
BreakawaySwitch...............................................................34
Fire Extinguisher.................................................................35
SettingUp andUsingYourRecreationalVehicle......................35
TravelTrailerHookUp………………………………………..36
SafetyDetectors…………………………………………….…37
Propane/ Carbon MonoxideDetector...........................37
What isCarbon Monoxide?..........................................37
DualSensorTechnology……………………………...…38
Operation……………………………………………….…38
LowerPowerOption…………………………………..…38
Visualand AudibleAlarmSignals………………………39
COAlarm…..................................................................39
Propane GasAlarm………………………………….…...39
Smoke Alarm…............................................................40
Operation………………………………………………….40
Testing……………………………………………………..41
GeneralDetectorInformation………………………...…41
Steps-TwoorThree...................................................................42
Windows.............................................................................42
Doors…...............................................................................42
TVAntennas(Standard RoofMount).................................42
Slide Outs...........................................................................44
PowerForOperation……………………………………..44
TrailerSet-Up Requirements-General…………………45
BelowFloorSlideSystem……………………………….45
Above FloorSlide Out (AllBrandsand Types……...…46
ElectricalComponents.................................................46
ManualOverride...........................................................47
BelowFloorSlide Out…………………………………….47
Above FloorSlide Out…………………………………...47
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KingSlide CableSystem………………………………..48
ManuallyMoving theKing Slide Room………………...48
Entertainment Systems……………………………………..49
Chapter4– Systems......................................................................50
Waterand DrainagePlumbing..................................................50
FreshWaterSystem……………………………………………….50
Tanks……...........................................................................50
Filling FreshWaterSystem.................................................50
12-Volt Demand Pump........................................................51
Faucets…............................................................................52
Bathand Shower................................................................52
Outside SprayPort……………………………………………52
FreshWaterLines…………………………………………….53
Lo-PointDrains………………………………………………..53
Sanitizingand FillingthePotableWaterSystem................54
Drainage (FreshWater)......................................................54
Sanitation System………………………………………………….54
Toilets…..……….................................................................54
Using Toilet and TankSystem……………………………….55
Vents…….……...................................................................56
Holding Tanks.....................................................................56
DrainingtheTanks..............................................................57
FlushSystem…………………………………………………. 57
Maintenance forHoldingTanks……………………………..58
Heated Holding Tanks………………………………………..58
Winterizing YourRecreationalVehicle……………………..58
Propane FuelSystem…………………………………………… .61
Propane Container………...................................................61
Servicing and FillingPropane Containers...........................62
Installing Propane Containers.............................................64
Regulator……………………………………………………….66
HighPressure HoseswithAcme Connectors.....................67
Main SupplyHose– LowPressure………………………….67
Operation…………..............................................................68
Checking forLeak…………………………………………….69
Propane Consumption………………………………………..70
ElectricalSystem…………………………………………………..71
GeneralInformation…………………………………………...71
Changesand Modifications................................................71
120 VoltAC System…………………………………………..71
PowerCord30 Amp or50 Amp………........................71
CircuitBreakers and Box..............................................72
50 Amp (Optional)........................................................73
GFCI Protection............................................................75
12 VoltDC System..............................................................75
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Converter………...........................................................76
AuxiliaryBattery(Optionalon Some Units)..................76
CircuitBreakers and Fuses-12Volt DC………………...77
ExteriorLightsand Connector, 12V.............................79
Porch Lights…………...................................................79
BrakeWiring……..........................................................79
Chapter5– Appliances…………...................................................81
Furnace………………................................................................81
Operating Instructions………………………………………..82
What To Do IfYouSmell Propane…………………………..82
Turn Off Propane To Appliance…………………...………...84
ExternalVents…………………………………………………84
Ducting……………………………………………………….…84
Range and Oven Top BurnerOperation...................................85
Operating Instructions.........................................................85
Top Burners……………………………………………….85
Oven Burner…………...................................................87
What To Do IfYouSmell Propane……………………..88
WaterHeater……………………………………………………….89
Operating Instructions: Propane………………………..89
What To Do IfYou Smell Propane...............................89
Operating InstructionsForDirectSparkIgnition……....91
Operating Instructions: ElectricElements....................91
ToTurn OffWaterHeater……………………………….92
Winterizing YourWaterHeater…………………………….. 92
Refrigerator…………….............................................................93
Leveling………………………………………………………...93
Operation During Travel……………………………………...93
Venting………………………………………………………….93
DoorSealing…………………………………………………...93
DoorHandles…………………………………………………..94
RefrigeratorStorage…………………………………………..94
Operating The RefrigeratorControls………………………..95
MonitorPanel……………………………………………………….95
Outside Kitchen (Optional)………………………………………...96
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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTIONTO RV OWNERSHIP
Welcometo thegrowingfamilyofnewKZRVowners and theworld
ofrecreationalvehicletravel.The purchaseofyourKZRVproduct
allowsyouto enterthistypeofcamping and leisuretravel.Your
coachhasbeendesignedand engineeredto offermanycomfortsof
home. KZRecreationalVehiclesare designed and constructed tobe
used astemporarylivingquarters forcamping andtraveluses.The
coachesarenot intended forhauling cargo.
Thisowner’smanualwaspreparedto assistyouinunderstanding
the properuseand operationofvariouscontainment systems,
servicingandmaintenanceofcomponent parts,andexplanation of
yourwarrantyprotection. IfthisisyourfirstRVtravelcoach, youwill
want to acquaint yourselfwith all aspectsand information found in
thismanualplusmanualssupplied bycomponentmanufacturers.
Thesematerialswillreflectthe mostcurrent information availablefor
the user.Somecomponentsanditemsmaynotbeinyourcoachas
theymaybe optionson different models.
Keepthisowner’smanualinyourrecreationalvehicleforhandy
reference. Get toknowyournewvehicleandhowitoperates.You
shouldcarefullyread and understand theseinstructions,aswell as
information suppliedbythemanufacturers ofseparatelywarranted
products,sincetheycontainimportant operating,safety,and
maintenanceinstructions.Ifyou havequestionsthat arenot
adequatelyansweredbythismanualorotherbooklets,consultyour
dealer.Ifhecannot satisfactorilyansweryourquestions,hewillcall
ourstaff foradditionalinformation.
Everyefforthasbeenmade toprovideyou withasafe, dependable
product.Yourvehiclecomplieswithapplicablerequirementsof
FederalMotorVehicleSafetyStandards,StateRegulations,
CanadianStandardsAssociations(CSA)whereapplicable, and
complieswithrequirementsofANSIStandardA119.2,the nationally
recognized“StandardforRecreationalVehicles–Installationof
Plumbing,HeatingandElectricalSystems.”TheRecreational
VehicleIndustryAssociation(RVIA)andCanadianStandards
Association (CSA)periodicallyinspectourproduction linesand
assistusinmaintainingstrictcompliancewithinstallation andsafety
standardsforthosesystems. Yourfollow-up with periodic safety
inspectionsand aprogramof preventivemaintenance is
important forthecontinuation of safeandtrouble-free
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operation.
Camping isagreatwaytorelaxandenjoytheoutdoors withyour
friendsand family.Pleaserememberto tread lightlyonourbeautiful
landand leaveonlyyourfootprintssothat others mayenjoynature
asmuch asyou did.
SAFETYCONSIDERATIONS
The terms NOTE,CAUTION and WARNING havespecific
meaningsinthismanualaswellascomponentmanuals.
A NOTE providesadditionalinformation tomake a step orprocedure
easierorclearer.Disregardinga NOTE couldcauseinconvenience,
but would not be likelyto cause damage orpersonalinjury.
A CAUTION emphasizesareaswhereequipment damage could
result. Disregarding a CAUTION couldcausepermanent mechanical
damage. However, personalinjuryisunlikely.
A WARNING isgivingnotice touserthatpotentialinjuriesmayoccur
to aperson fromequipment and mechanicalfailure. Disregarding a
warning mayresultinseriousphysicalinjurytooccupant.
A DANGER alertsareaswheresafetymeasuresMUSTbe strictly
adhered to,assuchfailurescanbedangerous,causingserious
injuryandpossibleloss oflife.
Reporting SafetyDefects
Ifyou believethat yourvehiclehasadefectwhichcouldcausea
crashorcouldcauseinjuryordeath, youshouldimmediatelyinform
the NationalHighwayTrafficSafetyAdministration(NHTSA)in
addition to notifying KZRV.
IfNHTSA inadditionreceivessimilarcomplaints,itmayopenan
investigation,andifitfindsthat asafetydefectexistsinagroup of
vehicles,itmayorderarecallandremedycampaign. However,
NHTSA cannot becomeinvolved inindividualproblemsbetween
you,yourdealerorKZRV.
TocontactNHTSA,youmayeithercall the AutoSafetyHotlinetoll-
free at 1-800-424-9393 orwrite to:
NHTSA
USDepartment ofTransportation
Washington, DC 20590
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Youcanalsoobtainotherinformation about motorvehiclesafety
fromthe Hotline.
SafetyWhenEmergencyStopping
It iswisetocarryroad flagsand/ortriangularwarning devicesto be
used whennecessary.When pulling off ahighway,useyourfour
wayhazardlightsaswarningflashers,evenifonlyto change
drivers.Pulloff the roadwaycompletelyifatallpossibleto change
flat tiresoranyotheremergencyneeds.
AdditionalSafetyConsiderations
1. Sanitizethe freshwatersupplysystemperiodically(see
sanitizinginstructions).
2. Keepwaterconnectionfittingsfromcoming incontactwiththe
ground ordrainhose to reduce chanceofcontamination.
3. EnlistservicesofaQualified RVTechnician tofixgasor
electricalappliances.
4. Alwayshaveaserviceablefireextinguisherplaced inan easily
accessiblelocation.
5. Insurethattiresareingoodconditionandproperlyinflated.
Watchtireinflation closely.Under-inflated tireswilloverheat.
Overheatedtiresareapotentialhazardastheymaythrow
rubberandcauseablow-out. Checkthe tirepressurebefore
each tripwhile the tiresarecold.
6. Checkand tighten the wheellugsregularly(every50 mileswhen
newuntil200 milesarereached and then checkthe lugsevery
500 miles).
7. Checkthe brakesinasafe area –notwhiletravelingabusy
highway.
8. Alwaysblockthe trailerwheelssolidlybeforeunhitching.
9. Before leaving a camp areawitha trailerintow,insure:
a.The safetypinorlocking leverisseated.
b.The breakawaywire isattached tothetowvehicle.
c.Alljacksare raised so that theycannot touch the ground.
d.The 110-voltelectricalcordisproperlystored.
e.The safetychainsare connected.
f.Allinteriorlightsare off.
10.Observe and obeythe warning labelsattachedto yourvehicle
concerning propane, water,electricityand loading.
11. Extinguish all campfiresbefore leavingyourcampsite.
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EXTENDEDORCOLDWEATHER
YourKZrecreationalvehicle hasbeen builtforenjoymentin a
recreationalmanner.Thisrecreationalvehicleisnotintended tobe
used asfulltime livingquarters. Noristhisa fourseason unit.
Usingthisunit in freezingconditionsisnotrecommended. How-
ever, ifunitisused in freezingweather, followingareguidelinesto
follow. Anyproblemsresultingfromfreezingarenotcovered under
warranty.
1. Forwinteruseinfreezingconditions, more protection maybe
required. Use skirtingand/orinsulation belowfloorlevelto
provide additionalprotection.
2. Rememberwaterfreezesat32 degree Fahrenheit whether
freshordrainage. Propercare mustbe used toprotectany
systemat32 degree F orlower. Localrecreationalvehicle
dealers and campground personnelmaybe abletoadvise you
on needed protection.
3. Energy requirements, such aspropaneand electricalsupplies
mustbe adequate. Protectyourpropane regulatorfromfreeze
ups.
4. Duringcold weatheryou willexperience more condensation
then normal. Usingventilation ora dehumidifiermaybe
needed.
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CONDENSATION
Where it comesfrom, what causesit, and varioussolutions.
Causes:
A.It occurs when warmmoistaircontactsacoldsurface, suchas
raintouchingatent,awning fabricwithpeoplebreathingwarm
moist airagainst it frominside due to normalbreathing.
B.When cooking food ortaking ashower,warmmoistaircirculates
throughoutthecoachattachingitselftocoolersurfaces,forming
beadsand runningdown wallorwindow.
C. Normalbreathing willemitapproximately1/2pint ofmoistureinto
the airperperson,perday.The moreoccupantsthe greater
quantityofcondensationyou mayfind.
Solutions:
1. When taking ashower,open bathroofventapproximately½inch
allowing moisture to escape.
2. Use the powervent overrange whencooking.
3. If condensation isfound incabinet orclosets,open doorslightlyto
equalizetemperature and provide ventilation.
4. Opening windowsand roofvents,when possible, allowing warm
moist airto escapeisthe bestwayto reduce condensation.
5. Underextremeconditions,you mayneedtouseadehumidifierto
removemoist airconditions.
In camping,coacheswhichhavetentsorfabricbunkareas,suchas
the RockClimber,itiseven moreimportant to avoidcondensation
dropsfromroofarea.
Opening the tent windowat the person’sheadwill allowairto flow
across roofreducing oravoiding condensation.
Uncontrolled condensationcan causedampness,mildew,etc., inside
yourrecreationalvehicle.Besureto makestrong effortsto control
condensation.
Continuousliving inyourrecreational vehicle couldcauseaccelerated
wearto components above recreational use.
CAUTION
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INTERIORVENTILATION
Anewcoachalwayshasapeculiar aromainitduetoall thecomponents
usedtobuildit, suchaspaneling, plywood, carpet andfabrics.
Allowingfreshair tomoveand circulate throughoutanewrecreational
vehicle isveryvaluable for several reasons.
1. ComponentsusedtobuildRV’salwayshavea“new”smell tothem,
possiblyirritating therespiratorysystemofthehumanbodyonwarm
days.
2.Freshair isalwaysgood for thehumanbodyunless allergiesarea
factor.
Numerouswaysareprovidedtoexchangeair incoaches.
1.Openwindowsonnon-rainydays, allowing air exchangebetween
insideandoutside.
2.Power hood ventabovecooking stovewillsendheat andfood smell
outside.
3.Roofvent; numeroustypes;
A. Standard air flowusinggravityflowmethod.
B. Power ( 12vor 110V)ventswill moveairfaster.
C. Hi-volumepowervents, operationin12 volt power canexchange
air inacoachinseveral minutesifwindowsareopen
accordingly. Ifthereisafanintherear, openwindow(s) infront.
Differentbrands/modelshave differentfeatures, such asremote
control,rain sensor, variable speed controlswitch, etc.
Read carefullythe operating instructionswhichare provided by
the manufacture which can be found inyourcoach.
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CHAPTER 2
SERVICE PROCEDURES
BASIC SERVICEPROCEDURES
BothKZRVand YourKZRVDealerhasastrongand dedicated
interestinmaintainingthehighestqualitycustomerrelationswith its
owners.Yoursatisfaction with yourKZrecreationalvehicleandyour
KZRVdealerisourprimaryconcern. Byproducinghighquality
products,wewanttoassureourcustomers ofoursupportwithparts
and serviceavailability. Ourdealernetworkis thefirstchoiceto
serveand supplyyourneedsforyourrecreationalvehicle. Our
authorized dealers willpleasantlyassistinprovidingservice
maintenanceneedsplusparts,options,andinformation concerning
yourrecreationalvehicle.
Shouldyouexperienceaproblemwith serviceavailability,please
followthe stepsintheorderlisted below.
1. Contactyourselling dealer’sservicedepartment foran
appointment. Describeto the bestofyourknowledge the nature
ofthe problem.Pleasekeep appointmentsto establishagood,
workable relationship.
2. Contacttheownerorgeneralmanagerofthedealershipshould
the initialattempt fail with the service department.
3. Contact:CustomerRelationsDepartment
KZRV
0985N 900 W
Shipshewana, IN 46565
Phone: (260)768-2058
E-mail: kz@kz-rv.com
Website: http://www.kz-rv.com
Givealltheaboveinformationasrequestedalongwiththe
serialnumberofthe coachinquestion. We willmake every
attempt to resolve yourproblem.
Pleasebearinmindthat mostproblemsarisefrom
misunderstandingsconcerningwarrantycoverageand service. In
mostinstances,youwillbereferred to the dealerleveland your
concernswill be resolved with the dealer’sfacilitiesand personnel.
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Dealer
Yourauthorized KZRVdealerhasperformed aPDI(pre-delivery
inspection)onyourrecreationalvehicle. Sinceyourdealeris
authorizedtosellKZRVproducts,Theyarealsotheretosupply
parts,optionalequipment, and provide servicerepairs,warrantyor
otherwise asneeded.
Firstchoiceforwarrantyrepairs isyoursellingKZRVdealer.Other
dealers can be used, however, priorapprovalisrequired.
Somerecreationalvehicledealers maybe authorized service
centers forcertainmanufacturers ofproductswarranted separately,
suchasappliances.Checkwithyourdealerbeforecontacting
anyoneelsetoreducedelays.Ifthedealerisnotan authorized
servicecenterforthe productinquestion, hecan assistyou in
obtaining authorized service.
Factory
Servicerepairs can be performed at the manufacturing facilityat
Shipshewana,Indiana. ShouldyourKZRVproductbe inneed of
majorrepairs andyourdealerrecommendsfactoryrepairs,please
followthe stepslisted belowforsuchwork.
1. Yourdealer must makean appointment withservicepersonnel
at the factoryPRIOR toyourarrival.
2. Anyfreight costsaretheresponsibilityofthe owneraslistedin
the warrantycoverage schedule.
Parts
Stocking ofpartsvariesfromdealerto dealer.Anyauthorized dealer
can orderanyrequiredpartto be shippedtotheirdealership.All
partsare obtained throughauthorized KZRVdealers only.
Owner’s Responsibility
When owningandusing arecreationalvehicle, itis important to
performregularand normalmaintenance. Thisisrecommended
twiceayear,springandfall,toprevent undesireddeteriorationof
yourcoach. Weatherelementsplayan importantfunction on
sealantsand othercomponentsrequiring normalmaintenance.
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Asan ownerandoperator,itisyourresponsibilityandobligation to
inspectandreturnyourcoachtoanauthorizeddealerforrepairs as
required. Yourauthorizedsellingdealerisalwaysyourfirstchoice
andhecertainlyhascontinuedinterestinyoursatisfaction.Asyour
manufacturer,werecommend that inspectionandservicebe
performed byyourselling dealership.
Ifyouaretravelingand areunableto locate anauthorized KZ
dealer,oran authorizeddealerforthe component needing service,
pleasecallourcustomerserviceofficeat (866-472-5460).Serviceat
anon-authorized dealerMUSThavepriorauthorization. Youmaybe
asked to returnanymechanicalpartsthatwerereplaced before
reimbursement consideration ismade. Unauthorizedorimproper
repairs mayvoidthe warrantyofthat component.Alwayskeep your
owner’smanualalongwithacopyofyourwarrantyregistrationwith
you when traveling.
Season Site
When placingyouruniton acampsite inthespringand returningit
in the fallto yourhome, it’sclassed asa “seasonalsite.”
Performing repairworkon suchasite isnot recommended for
numerousreasons;available parts, tools,space, weatherconditions,
etc.
Anyservicerepairs whichrequireaservicetechnicianalsorequire
the unitto betaken toaservicefacility,preferablyyourselling
dealer.
Warrantycoverage doesnot include triporservicecall costsfor
such a trip. It istheowners responsibilitytoprovide forsuch costs.
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CHAPTER 3
USING YOUR RV
In thischapteryouwill findthree areasof usefulinformationto assist
you withcorrect equipment, traveling,andfinally,actually using
yourrecreational vehicle.
EQUIPMENT______________________________________
TowVehicle
Beginyourcamping experiencesbyobtainingatowvehiclewhich
willadequatelytransportyourrecreationalvehicleto and fromyour
chosen destinations.Yourmostimportant measuring toolisthe
GVWR, Gross VehicleWeight Rating, to cross matchthe capability
of yourselected towvehicle.
Mostauto andtruckmanufacturesprovide trailertowing guidesfor
theirproducts,Askyourlocalautomotivedealerforacopyorcall
the factory’sdirectlinesforinformation. Manytowvehicles,
including mini-vans,havespecialtowing package optionsavailable
forsmall traveltrailers.Towvehicleswith long wheelbasesperform
betterthanthose with shortwheelbases.
Asecond factorisGCWR,Gross Combined Weight Rating, which
refers to the totalweightof the towvehicleand anyvehicleintowas
a“combined”weight. Thisinformation, suppliedbythe towvehicle
manufacturer, isrelatedto the capabilityofthe towvehicle.
The condition ofthe suspension inyourtowvehicleisalsoan
important factor.Makesureyourtowvehicleisingood operating
conditionandfollowthefactoryrecommendedmaintenance
guidelines.
Hitches – Travel Trailer
Afterobtaining yourtowvehicle,itisveryimportant tochoose, and
haveinstalled, acorrecthitchsystemwithweight distributing bars to
accommodate yourcoachifsorequired. Thisselection and
installationshouldbedonebyaprofessionalhitchservicecenter,
which mayormaynot be yourselling dealer.
Weight distributinghitchesapplyleveragebetween the towvehicle
and trailer.Thisassistsinequalizingtheweight betweenvehicles,
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