tp002c784tp002c784tp Posted September 5, 2011 Share Posted September 5, 2011 Hi All I was wondering if members have any set tasks before they move off site. We always have a routine 1. fridge on 12v. 2. all other twelve volt systems turned off , E,G panel system off. 3. Hook up cable if used disconnected. 4. All hatches closed. 5. All pipes stowed away E.G. waste water. I think most of these tasks are common sense, the reason I mention the above, this Summer I have seen two caravan and one motorhome hatches blow off the vehicles on motorways, could be expensive if it was one of the bigger hatches. Terry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest pelmetman Posted September 5, 2011 Share Posted September 5, 2011 Rear legs up. Woops yes we forgot last year lucky for us Dave Newell sorted them out. Sue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tp002c784tp002c784tp Posted September 5, 2011 Author Share Posted September 5, 2011 pelmetman - 2011-09-05 7:42 PMRear legs up. Woops yes we forgot last year lucky for us Dave Newell sorted them out.SueI forgot about the leg,s I am quite fortunate that although I have Legs I have never needed to use them as the Motorhome is stable without them down even though we have a rear lounge.Terry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest pelmetman Posted September 5, 2011 Share Posted September 5, 2011 Check your pitch before leaving*-)........the stuff I have left behind8-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Tracker Posted September 5, 2011 Share Posted September 5, 2011 Drive off of chocks, retrieve and stow. Ensure step is retracted - should be automatic but has been known to fail Ensure blade in cassette is fully closed - especially when it is not empty! Ensure TV is secured. Ensure Status aerial is lowered and secured facing the right way Ensure fridge door is locked shut Turn off gas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aultymer Posted September 5, 2011 Share Posted September 5, 2011 Make sure wife is in passenger seat! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pepe63xnotuse Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 ROOF VENTS..!?! 8-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dikyenfo Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 Put fridge to 12v and lock hab. door as easy for thieves to pop in at lights etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DESCO Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 pelmetman - 2011-09-05 7:42 PMRear legs up. Woops yes we forgot last year lucky for us Dave Newell sorted them out.SueI have also done this ploughed a couple of nice furrows, but an older motorhomer came to our rescue and gave me some advice and have never done it since.When putting down legs place winding handle across pedals Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HymerVan Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 Here is my checklist CHECKLIST FOR VAN BEFORE JOURNEY VEHICLE PARTS 1. Check Tyre Pressures 2. Check operation of all Lights 3. Check Water and Oil levels 4. Check Battery Condition 5. Check and adjust mirror settings 6. Check you have sufficient Fuel for Journey 7. Check Travel seats in locked position and correctly adjusted CARAVAN PARTS 1. Gas turned off at cylinder 2. Mains lead unhitched and stowed 3. Ensure that all roof vents are closed and locked 4. Ensure that all windows are closed 5. Lock all external hatches 6. Caravan Door Correctly Closed and Locked 7. Washroom Door Closed and Latched 8. Check Water and Fuel Filler caps are in place and locked. 9. Sufficient Fresh Water in MH? 10. Step retracted Warning Buzzer Off 11. Ensure that all luggage and other items are correctly stowed and all and locker doors closed and secured. 12. Shower and sink taps closed 13. TV Aerial fully retracted and positioned blunt end forward 14. Fridge in 12v mode or off if not in use. Fridge Door latched 15. TV Aerial retracted blunt end forward and booster switched off. 16. 12v switch off. (May need to be on if Fridge in use ) 17. Nothing left behind on the pitch Obviously there may be other tasks depending on your Van. Hope this helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ips Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 Quick check but however thorough we are there is allways a drawer left open of the fridge not switched over or a vent left open so now we just accept that after a mile or so mrs ips will have to go back there and sort it out :-D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pepe63xnotuse Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 DESCO - 2011-09-06 10:03 AMpelmetman - 2011-09-05 7:42 PMRear legs up. Woops yes we forgot last year lucky for us Dave Newell sorted them out.SueI have also done this ploughed a couple of nice furrows, but an older motorhomer came to our rescue and gave me some advice and have never done it since.When putting down legs place winding handle across pedalsThat's a good idea..as I've nearly rolled off our levellers a couple of times,whilst the steadies have been down... *-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pepe63xnotuse Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 HymerVan - 2011-09-06 10:05 AM Here is my checklist CHECKLIST FOR VAN BEFORE JOURNEY VEHICLE PARTS 1. Check Tyre Pressures 2. Check operation of all Lights 3. Check Water and Oil levels 4. Check Battery Condition 5. Check and adjust mirror settings 6. Check you have sufficient Fuel for Journey 7. Check Travel seats in locked position and correctly adjusted Really?..honestly?...before every trip?...hats off to you if you do... (lol) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave and Verity Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 Make sure dog and lead aren't still attached to passenger side mirror. No, I haven't actually done it.,.................Yet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terryW Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 The pitch is clean and tidy for the next person just as I would expect to find it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bolly1965 Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 Step IN - hook up OUT Gas OFF - Fridge ON Legs UP - Aerial DOWN have a look -all around... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LordThornber Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 terryW - 2011-09-06 8:09 PM The pitch is clean and tidy for the next person just as I would expect to find it Excellent Terry, us too. Martyn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mondo Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 Yes we all have our set tasks and routines before we leave any where I used to do mine in the same order everytime so that I knew I'd done it....Then the vehicle "First Paraded" to make sure all is OK then the final check round the pitch before rolling out and away!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MandyAndy Posted September 7, 2011 Share Posted September 7, 2011 Make sure he has sorted out the outside, check nothing can fall on my head when we move. Check child is in correct catching position for anything I have forgotten and that she can close any cupboards that open on their own :-D :-D Takes me about 2 minutes to be ready , what you lot messin about at (lol) (lol) (lol) Mandy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retread24800 Posted September 7, 2011 Share Posted September 7, 2011 Reverse/Drive off levelling ramps and stow them away, I dislike the bump if I forget.Dig OH out of the local shop/toilet/other attraction..............Remember where I'm going:-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Jones Posted September 7, 2011 Share Posted September 7, 2011 Roger, your list is too long. Surely if you've done no.2, you don't need to worry about no.3? Isn't that what OH is for? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retread24800 Posted September 7, 2011 Share Posted September 7, 2011 Tony Jones - 2011-09-07 12:45 PM Roger, your list is too long. Surely if you've done no.2, you don't need to worry about no.3? Isn't that what OH is for? (New lucid moment) Oh yes Why do I need to worry myself? :-)Just remembered, she does the final check anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wanderbirds Posted September 7, 2011 Share Posted September 7, 2011 Hello Terry, You have been given lots of good ideas for checks, some of which are universal, whilst others depend on your MH. In my experience everyone needs a list specific to them and their MH. Our list is written, with a permanent marker, on a white cloth which we place over the steering wheel whenever we stop anywhere. As it covers the steering wheel it firstly reminds you that there are things to do before moving off; secondly, it reminds us of our check list and finally it has the added advantage of keeping the wheel cool in hot sun. It works for us. Regards, Carl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retread24800 Posted September 7, 2011 Share Posted September 7, 2011 Check lists? reminders? OK at Cape Canaveral, but if you need a reminder that you are about to drive off when sitting at the wheel, are you sure you should still be driving? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wanderbirds Posted September 7, 2011 Share Posted September 7, 2011 Touché However, as Alexander Pope said, “To err is human, to forgive, divine ...” What he failed to add was to really cock-up requires the use of a computer. I err, therefore I have lists – sad but true. Regards, Carl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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