#Rv checklist for departure manual
You can check your caravan manual or on the sidewall of the tyre for the correct tyre pressure. It is recommended that nuts should be re-tightened at intervals of 100km for the first 400km and every 1000km after that.Ĭheck tyre pressure and make sure that the tyres are not worn and can still manage the trip. Tighten them with a torque wrench to 90ft lb or 125nm. Check that all wheel fixing bolts are correctly tightened. You must be able to see clearly down both sides, as well as behind your caravan. Make sure towing mirrors are fitted and adjusted. The jockey when must be removed from its clamp and stored in the boot of the caravan or locked in the travelling position if of a swivel mount type. Ensure the jockey wheel is raised and secured. You will need a spotter for light checks. Check that the hand break and motor mover is disengaged and remember to connect the caravan’s electronics to the car.įrom there check that the brake lights, taillights, indicators, reverse lights, and clearance lights are all operating well. Crisscross the chains and use ‘D’ shackles to connect them to the secure points on the tow bar. Then check your safety (break away and secondary) cables are correctly attached. Check that the fixing nuts on fixed tow balls have not come loose and check the nose weight, ensuring it is levelled. If you are travelling with a caravan, ensure your caravan is correctly coupled to the tow vehicle. If you have used wheel chocks, remember to remove them before leaving. Check that the entrance step and stabiliser legs have been retracted. Secure all awnings and make sure all straps and handles are tightened. Ensure all waste tanks are empty and the water pump is turned off. Remember to drain the water system before disconnecting it. Make sure all external (storage) doors and compartments are locked and gas taps and cylinders are turned off. Pack away all power cords, water hoses or other cords.
Now it's time to make sure the outside of your caravan is ready to take off.Ĭheck that your vehicle and trailer’s wheel nuts have been tightened to the manufacturer’s specifications.Ĭheck operation of all lights and flashes and operation of foot break and parking break. Then, exit the caravan and lock the door behind you.
Secure all vents/ hatches, skylights and window mechanisms but be sure to leave window shades open.
Make sure counter tops, range top, table tops and shelves are cleared of unsecured items.
#Rv checklist for departure tv
Wind the TV antenna down and secure it in the travel position. Set the fridge to 12V mode so that it remains cool during your trip, and engage the travel catch.
All internal loads and loose items in the caravan must be secured, this includes any bags, the TV, microwave plate, etc. Make sure all internal doors and cupboards are closed and secured - including the refrigerator door. 💡 While conducting these checks, it is a good idea to have a physical checklist printed as well as a second pair of eyes to prevent any oversights – especially if your RV has been in storage for some time. Prior to leaving home or travelling to your next destination, we have compiled a pre-trip RV checklist for you to ensure nothing is forgotten before driving off.įirstly, Know the height of your RV to ensure safe clearance on your routes and stops. It is important to make sure you perform all necessary checks before you leave on a caravan or RV adventure.
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