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RockieRV
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OK, you have your RV all loaded up and are ready to head out, or back to home base...time to hit the road, right? WRONG!
While using a checklist is a great idea you still want to perform an outside Circle of Safety before getting on the road. It's easy, fast and very important.
To begin, step back from your RV far enough so you can see the entire rig; you're looking for the big stuff now. Start at the front and walk all the way around the coach, looking up at the roofline, down at the ground and along the sidewalls of your RV.
As you walk, verify the following:
Antenna(s) down
Vent covers lowered (if you can't step back far enough to see these, then you can go inside and check)
All utilities detached and stowed, sewer cap(s) attached
Leveling or stabilizer jacks retracted
Tires properly inflated, no obstructions
Exterior doors closed and locked
Entry door(s) closed and locked; step(s) retracted
Awning(s) secured
Windows closed
Propane turned off
Automotive lights functioning
Check tire pressure
Adjust rear view mirrors
Additionally, if towing, see that:
Tongue jack or landing gear fully retracted
All safety pins in place
All electrical cords attached with proper clearance
Safety chains secured
Electric brake breakaway cable securely attached
Finally, COUNT NOSES! Make sure the kids, dogs, cats, friends and assorted relatives are safely aboard and secured as applicable
While using a checklist is a great idea you still want to perform an outside Circle of Safety before getting on the road. It's easy, fast and very important.
To begin, step back from your RV far enough so you can see the entire rig; you're looking for the big stuff now. Start at the front and walk all the way around the coach, looking up at the roofline, down at the ground and along the sidewalls of your RV.
As you walk, verify the following:
Antenna(s) down
Vent covers lowered (if you can't step back far enough to see these, then you can go inside and check)
All utilities detached and stowed, sewer cap(s) attached
Leveling or stabilizer jacks retracted
Tires properly inflated, no obstructions
Exterior doors closed and locked
Entry door(s) closed and locked; step(s) retracted
Awning(s) secured
Windows closed
Propane turned off
Automotive lights functioning
Check tire pressure
Adjust rear view mirrors
Additionally, if towing, see that:
Tongue jack or landing gear fully retracted
All safety pins in place
All electrical cords attached with proper clearance
Safety chains secured
Electric brake breakaway cable securely attached
Finally, COUNT NOSES! Make sure the kids, dogs, cats, friends and assorted relatives are safely aboard and secured as applicable