It’s a good idea to ask yourself what you can use in your motorhome whilst it is being driven. You may wonder what you can use out of practicality and whether there are any legal restrictions to stop you. Knowing what you can and can’t use is necessary regardless of whether you own your RV or are renting.
This article will give you the best guide to what you can use whilst out on the road!
Can you use propane whilst in a moving campervan?
This article is about what you can use on the road however is important to make clear what you can’t use. It’s common to find most RV’s have a gas cooker that will run on a form of gas such as propane. Of course, when you pull up at an RV park, you will want to use the cooker. This is perfectly legal and a very pleasurable part of the campervan lifestyle. So why can’t you cook while driving?
Cooking whilst driving would mean the gas is on. Not to mention that the chef will not have a seatbelt on. There are serious risks involved with this, including the possibility of a gas leak. This could bring harm to all of those in the RV by making it difficult to breathe.
In the worst-case scenario, using the gas tank whilst driving may lead to a fire which you would be much less equipped to deal with if you are driving at the time. Simply pulling over to put it out might not be an option.
It is simply not safe or legal to use the RV’s propane tank whilst on the move.
Can you use the air-conditioning whilst in a moving campervan?
Keeping the aircon on could be a lifesaver on a red hot summers day.
Aircon uses the automotive battery and electrics in a standard car. Keep in mind that if you have additional air conditioning in your RV, it will drain the battery. Solar energy can be a great way to keep the electricity topped up as your appliances drain it whilst on the move.
You must understand the impact of the appliance use on your battery life so a good converter can improve this situation. The last thing you want is to trip your electrical system on the move. This will result in you pulling over to find the circuit breaker to restart the electrical system.
Can you use the toilet whilst in a moving campervan?
Yes, you can! This is by far one of the greatest benefits of motorhomes. With this perk, there’s no need to pull up too groggy smelly service station toilets. It can save you in situations where a rest-stop is nowhere to be found, so how do you use the toilet whilst on the move?
Remember – safety comes first! The toilet is often located towards the back of the motorhome living area, and it may be a few steps away. Try and grab onto sturdy surfaces, such as countertops, as you go to avoid falling over. In the toilet itself, a handle can be as support.
Once you have arrived, we recommend sitting down to use it. An unexpected corner or bump in the road could lead to a mess if you decide to stay standing!
We always recommend pulling over to use the toilet if possible, but we know this is not always an option. Hopefully this goes without saying, but the driver should never leave the driving seat to use the toilet whilst the RV is moving!
Do you need to have your seatbelt on whilst in a moving campervan?
The answer to this is simple – when you are moving, you must have a seatbelt on. It is there to protect you, and it will give you the best chance of surviving in a serious crash.
It is simply not worth the risk of not returning from your campervan trip due to the slight discomfort that may be caused by your seatbelt. It’s a legal requirement and a moral must whenever you are driving.
Of course, a motorhome will have an allocated amount of seatbelts that are in each seat. These seats are protected by airbags and are put in the safest possible positions. This means that laying down or slouching in the seats, even if you are wearing your seatbelt, could still put you at risk. Sit upright at all times, and only take your seatbelt off when absolutely necessary.
Can you watch Netflix whilst in a moving campervan?
Passengers within the motorhome can watch Netflix or other streaming services whilst it is moving. The driver, however, can not.
Whether it is on an actual TV installed in the RV or just on a phone or tablet, keep it away from the driver to prevent distracting them whilst they drive. Onboard entertainment can be great for kids and those who easily get bored on long journeys.
Should you really use anything when the motorhome is moving?
Legally speaking, you could potentially use the toilet, amongst other things. The real question you want to ask yourself is, “is it worth it?”. For example, does it make sense to cook while somebody else drives? Just think of the potential mess when you go around the corner. It’s the same sort of thing when it comes to the toilet as it may be worth it, but it may end up a real mess.
Do you really need to use something so bad that you can’t pull over? Each camper will have its own unique RV facilities, and it is the owners choice as to how they use them. So if you decide to use the motorhome facilities on the move, that’s your choice, but it comes with its risks and consequences.