Setting up Your RV Rig

Adventures
Written By Brooke Clay Taylor

I’m an Ember RV Brand Ambassador, which means that I am compensated for my recommendations. That does not mean I’m influenced in any way about what my recommendations include. Because the truth is I reached out to them and convinced them I was the right person for this job. Because I adore their product, their branding, and their humans.

With time, you’ll set up and tear down your campsite like you’ve been doing it your entire life. Until then, we’ve compiled a checklist.

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Set Up

  • Ensure your RV is level from side to side and use leveling blocks if necessary. 

  • Use the built in chocks to secure your tires. 

  • Mobilize stabilizing jack.

  • Unhook your trailer

  • Manually level trailer front to back.

  • Engage manual stabilizers. 

  • Connect surge protector and power cord

  • Connect water regulator, water filter, and hose

  • Connect sewer hose if sewer is available

  • Roll out  awning and unpack outdoor furniture

  • Extend slide-outs

  • Turn on the refrigerator (or switch power source)

  • Turn on heat/air

  • Turn on water heater

  • Unpack secured items

Departing

  • Turn off AC/heat

  • Turn off the water heater and pump

  • Switch refrigerator to in-transit power source

  • Secure refrigerator bars

  • Assure all lights, radios, and TV are off

  • Close and secure roof vents

  • Secure and lock windows

  • Secure all loose objects

  • Secure all cabinet doors and drawers

  • Close slide outs

  • Close and lock your door

  • Retract and secure the awning

  • Make sure all outside gear (tables, rugs, solar suitcases, satellite dishes, etc.) are stored away properly

  • Disconnect, drain, rinse, and store all hoses

  • Unplug shore power cords and adapters

  • Turn off propane

  • Stow entry steps

  • Retract stabilizing jacks

  • Hitch up to the vehicle

  • Attach break-away switch

  • Attach safety chains

  • Attach weight distribution

  • Plug-in 7-pin trailer plug to tow vehicle

  • Remove and stow leveling blocks

  • Remove and stow wheel chocks

  • Check trailer lights to make sure they are working properly

  • Check tire-pressure

  • Confirm all outside compartments and doors are locked

  • Clean up any trash and leave the campsite better than found it

Brooke Clay Taylor

By day, Brooke has the work ethic of a farm hand and the creative brain of a big agency, and loves blending the two to help tell the story of small town, America to the masses.

By night and by weekend, Brooke has adventures on her mind. From kayaking to sipping champagne in a new city, adventures feed her creativity and give her a sense of home.

https://ruralgoneurban.com
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