{"id":697,"date":"2012-07-13T09:11:55","date_gmt":"2012-07-13T17:11:55","guid":{"rendered":"\/blog\/?p=697"},"modified":"2014-01-13T20:49:47","modified_gmt":"2014-01-13T20:49:47","slug":"rv-travel-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cleartheair.com\/blog\/rv-travel-tips","title":{"rendered":"RV Travel Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Summer is the time for family vacations and what better way to spend time together than in your RV.<\/h2>\n<p>Sometimes odors can get in the way of enjoying your home on wheels but Clear the Air can fix that for you right away.\u00a0 Refrigerator go out?\u00a0 Bathroom smells?\u00a0 Dog was left in the <em><strong>RV <\/strong><\/em>too long and had an accident?\u00a0 All these odors and more can be eliminated with <a href=\"http:\/\/www.cleartheair.com\/english\/rv_odors.html\" target=\"_blank\">Clear the Air<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Check out our helpful <em><strong>RV <\/strong><\/em>check list and remember to use Clear the Air to eliminate all RV odors.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Before Your Trip<\/strong> &#8211; Make sure your RV is well maintained and ready to go when you are.  That\u2019s the first step toward having a safe, trouble-free trip.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Install a deadbolt door lock on your RV<\/li>\n<li>Inspect all belts and hoses for cracking, especially radiator hoses. Replace as needed.<\/li>\n<li>Check headlights, tires (air and tread) and turn signals.<\/li>\n<li>Check any hitch or towing equipment<\/li>\n<li>Verify your insurance coverage<\/li>\n<li>Check your fire extinguisher and smoke alarms<\/li>\n<li>Clean your cooking vent hood to avoid grease fires<\/li>\n<li>Leave your itinerary with relatives or friends in case of emergency<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>On the Road &#8211; <\/strong>Be sure to observe the common (but too often overlooked) principles  of safety. Obey the speed limit, know your rig height before you go, and  buckle your seat belt<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tools to Keep Handy &#8211;<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Flashlight<\/li>\n<li>Jumper Cables<\/li>\n<li>Flat Repair Spray<\/li>\n<li>Road Flares<\/li>\n<li>Adjustable Wrench<\/li>\n<li>Screwdrivers<\/li>\n<li>Pliers<\/li>\n<li>Duct Tape (for temporary repairs to ruptured radiator hoses)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Severe Weather Tips &#8211; <\/strong>Park in a sheltered area. In stormy weather, avoid trees or power  lines that could fall on your vehicle. The safest place during lightning  is inside your RV. If you\u2019re in the path of a tornado, you are safest  in a tornado shelter. As an alternative, you can park under a bridge  overpass or in a ditch. Avoid parking in low areas that are prone to  flash flooding.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Carry Your Insurance Information &#8211; <\/strong>Make sure to carry all insurance contact information with you,  including a toll-free claim service number if available. If you are  injured in an accident, seek medical assistance first and then contact  your insurance company or have someone else make the call for you.<\/p>\n<p><em> <\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Is your RV overloaded? &#8211; <\/strong>Did you know that driving or towing an overloaded rig is a leading  cause of RV accidents? Even a slight overload or unequal weight  distribution can seriously restrict braking and steering, dramatically  increase fuel consumption, and cause sudden blowouts or breakdowns. An  overweight RV also creates the danger of early failure in your rig\u2019s  tires, brakes, wheels, drive train and other components. Learn more  about proper RV loading.<\/p>\n<p><strong>RV generator safety precautions &#8211; <\/strong>Please read your generator Operator\u2019s Manual carefully so you  understand all the precautions for safe, efficient operation. Most  accidents occur from failing to follow fundamental safety rules.<\/p>\n<p><strong>A safe campground for everyone. &#8211; <\/strong>Camping is a fun time for the whole family. It is a time to leave all  of your troubles behind and reconnect with family and friends.  Campfires, roasting marshmallows and sing-a-longs are the memories  you\u2019ll cherish for the rest of your life. That\u2019s why it is essential to  make your campsite a safe place for everyone.<\/p>\n<p><strong>RV propane safety &#8211; <\/strong>\u201cBetter safe than sorry.\u201d There\u2019s no better advice when it comes to  propane safety. While the RV industry has done a lot to ensure high  standards regarding propane safety, propane can cause disaster if  mishandled or used improperly.<\/p>\n<p>Most importantly HAVE FUN!\u00a0 Happy RV&#8217;ing from Clear the Air!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Summer is the time for family vacations and what better way to spend time together than in your RV. 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