Folks have been asking about a checklist to use when getting ready to travel, but there is just no way to make the same list fit everyone's needs, nor make it fit all the various makes and models or RVs. However, we've simplify the whole thing, use the list below as a guide for creating your own.
Print and modify this list to fit your specific needs and type of RV.
RV Safety's BASIC CHECKLIST |
MOTER HOME OR TOW VEHICLE |
Done |
OK |
OIL |
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COOLANT |
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TRANSMISSION & BRAKE FLUID |
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BATTERY |
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HEADLIGHTS, TAIL LIGHTS |
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BRAKE LIGHTS, TURN SIGNALS |
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WHEELS, LUGNUTS, & TIRES |
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MARKER, ID, CLEARANCE LIGHTS |
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INSIDE LIGHTING |
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FUSES and/or CIRCUIT BREAKERS |
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INTERIOR |
BREAKABLES STOWED AWAY |
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CABINETS & CUPBOARDS (Closed for Travel) |
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TV ANTENNA (Down for Travel) |
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APPLIANCES OFF |
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LIGHTS & PILOTS OFF |
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FUSES & CIRCUIT BREAKERS |
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WINDOWS & ROOF VENTS (Closed for Travel) |
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DOORS CLOSED & LOCKED |
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EXTERIOR |
ALL LIGHTS (Brake, Tail, Signal, Marker, ID) |
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WHEELS, LUGNUTS, & TIRES |
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STEPS STOWED AWAY |
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HITCH (Visually Inspect) |
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BREAK-AWAY SWITCH (Test Brakes) |
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HOSES (Water, Sewer) & POWER CORDS |
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FINAL OUTSIDE INSPECTION & WHEEL CHOCKS |
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