Fleetwood Bounder 1989 Owner's Manual

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FlEETWOOD.
1989
owner's
tnanual
, .
,
....----
FDA
COVERAGE PROVIDED
Your
new
motor
mlnulacturer.
The
warranty eK1ends
home
is
one yeer
occurs
firstl, Written
of
the
applicable
OWNER'S OBLIGATIONS
lhe
owner
the
interior of exter;Ol
90
days
direct
result
If
a
problem dealer, giving him location
DEALER'S OBLIGATIONS
By
agreement
inspectton
WHEN THE DEALER DOES NOT RESOLVE
If
the
dealer hi unab'e or unwilling 10
lURING
reso(ve it.
'MANUfACTURING
Upon
receipt
any
parts
WHEN
THE MANUFACTURING
II
t!"le
representatives
the
owner
WHAT
IS
NOT
ltilS
WARRANTY DOeS
1.
2.
3. NORMAL
4.
5. MOTOR HOMES
6.
THIS
WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECtFIC
THE
MANUFACTURER
PERSON BEYOND THOSE EXPRESSLY
home.,
is
warranted
first
placed
such
date
warranty
is
responsible
warranty
of
repair
occurs
sullicient
warranty
with
and
to
repair
at
the
PLANT
of
notice
should
call1he toY·free
AUlOMOTIVE
into
which
the
If'{
from
of
for
PLANT
necessary
COVERED
THE
THE SEPARAlE WARRAN:TIES DEfECTS CAUSED
A. ABUSE, MISUSE, NEGUGENCE OR ACCIDENT;
e.
FAIWRE
C.
AIl"ERATtON
NORMAL
lRANSPQRTATlONTO
CIAl
LOss.1DSS
OR HOTEL
SOME
STAtEs
UMI1ATlON
1S
FULL
MOTOR
HOMES
including
to
notice
doors,
coverage.
or
service.
manufacturer,
address
OBUGAnoNS
of
to
of
TO
DETERIORATION
MAINlENANCE
BIUS.-
OR
NOT
the
under
00"",1
the
fifStl1!llaR
setVice
8S • rental.
or
until
the
unit
of
defects
period.
for
normal
LP
regulatOl
lhereafter,
replacement
the
owner
information
or
replace
any
resolve.
listed
a cLatm,
where
correct
defects
PLANT
DOES
the
manufacturing
number
THE
EXPReSS
NOT
CovER:
SYSTEM
BY
OR
COMPlY
OR MOOlflCAnON
ON
WHICH
AND
Of
use.
OR OTHER
DO
NOr
A1JDNllfE
EXCWSION
RESPONSIBLE FOR
SET
ONE-YEAR/15,OOO
MILE
WARRANTY
MANUFACTURED
SOLO
structure,
maintenance
of a defective
believes is
the
THE
below
RELAlEO
WITH
plumbing,
use
to
be
purchaser
has received
must
the
WARRANTY
(lNCWOlNG
and
commercial
be
giwn
pressure.
such
adjustments
covered
to
resolve
dealer
is
parts
necessary
PROBLEM
prob4em which
and
provide
dealer
in
material
NOT
RI;SOLVE THE PROBLEM
p&Itnt
are unabk!
Wsted
Of
THE
10:
INSTRUC1l0NS
OF
DUE
TO
WEAR
AND
SERVICE ITEMS, SUCH AS
lHE
ODOMETER REACING
FROM
DEAlER OR MANUFACTURING PlANT
TOWING
LEGAL.
CHARGES. BUS
INctOENTAL
EXCl.US10N
MAY
NOT APPLY
RIGHTS.
ANY
FORTH
IN
BY
IN
free
15,000
as
cabinet
part
the
obligated
was
or
below
THE
RESPECTIVE
THE
UNDERTAKING, REPRESENTATION,
nilS
SUBSIDIARIES OF FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES. INC.
THE UNITED STATES
heating
from
manufacturing
his
transferee
or
demonstrator
tOlal miles
to
the
selling dealer or
described
AND
in
the
latches.
are
the
under
this
by
this
matter. The
Workmanship.
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. -
wauanty.
to
maintain
to
correct
the
owner
the
manufacturer
unab~
or unwilling
to
resolve
to
desCfibe
CHASSIS AND DRive lRAINI.
MANUfACTURERS OF THESE COMPONENTS.
CONTAINED
MOTOR
OR
EXPOSURE,
FARES.
OR
UMITATlON OF INCIDENTAL OR
to
VOu. .
YOU
MAY
WARRANTY.
AND
CANADA
lind
elecuical
Is'
and
of
Owne"s
TV
responsibility of
warranty.
owner
defects
is convinced is covered
or
the
the
systems,
defects
begins
on
unit
(whichever
use
85
determined
the
manufacturer
Manual; however,
antenna
control. etc.1 will
the
owner
shalt deliver
the
motor
home
in
material or
with a description
to
,esolve take
the
other
and
and
will
problem
problem
and
in
material
the
date
occurs
by
the
owner
shall
contact
the
motor
prior workmanship.
by
problem,
appropriate
the
oWnllr is
the
attempts
TIRES
IN
lHE
OWNER'S
MANUAl:
HOME:
SUCH AS FADING OF FABRICS OR DRAPES, CARPET WEAR. UGHT
BULBS. FUSES,
HAS
BEEN
AL1EREC.
CAR RENTAL. INCIDEN1A1.oCHARGES SUCH
ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS
lDCATlON,
OR
WARRANTY
all
of
the
not
to
the
in
writing
WIPER
CONSEQUENTIAl
-----,
~ppli8nces
or
original retail delivery
first!.
mileage latel
minor
be
8S
normal
the
home
retail sale.
warranty,
the
action
convinced
AND
LOSS
end
workmanship.
The
warranty
shown
than
ten
adjustments
performed
maintenance
SELLING to
the
DEALER
to
perform a
he
should
of
the
problem
manufacturing
as
may
that
made
to
resolve
BATTERIES,
'
BLADES.
Of
liME,
WHICH
VAff'(
MADE
equipment
Of
extends
on
the
odometer
(101
days
(such
by
the
dealer
unless
DEALER,
or
manufacturing
contact
and
plant
be
requited.
it
is
coveted
it.
WHICH
WBRJCANlS,
INCONVENIENCE. COMMER-
AS
'.
DAMAGES.
FROM STATE
BY
ANY
instaJLed
the
date
the
for
8 period
(whichever
after
the
eKpiration
as
adjustments during
required
or
other
authorized
detailed
predelivery
the
MANUFAC·
attempts
will
repair
Or
by
the
ARE
COVERED
ETC.
TElEPHONE
SO
THE ABOVE
10
DEALER OR
bV
the
motor
of
to
the
first
8S
plant
made
to
replace
warranty,
BY
ETC.
CALlS
$fATE.
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a
Brand Name
_________________
Model
__________
CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS:
Consumer
Affairs
Department
Fleetwood Enterprises. Inc.
P,O.
Box
RiverS'ide. California From California: From Outsid'e
7300
{SOD}
of
California:
92523
442~4804
Serial No.
(SOOI
_________
854.4755
prlnled
_
in
USA
TABLE
OF
CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION, , , , , , , , , , , , , . . . . . . .
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1
Planning And Preparation .
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2
Loading And Weight
Distribution.
. . .
.......
2
Have
It All Under Control
...................
2
Inspect And
Maintain ......................
2
The
Owner's
Information Package .
............
2
Chassis And Vehicle Identification
.............
3
Keys
And Locks
.......•..................
3
Emergency And Identification
Information
.......
4
Pre-Travel
Check List
.....•..•......•..•....
6
Cockpit And Driver's
Controls
................
7
Driver/Passenger
Seats
...................•
8
Seat Belts
.............................
8
Child Restraint
..........................
9
Sunvisors
..•..............•...........
9
Front/Side
Slider Windows
.................
9
Driving And
Parking
.....................•.
9
Fuel And
Fuel Systems
....................
10
Fuel
Fill
..............................
10
Fuel
Types
And Vapor Lock
...............
10
Alternative
Fuel
Types
...................
10
Overheating
.............•.••.•........
10
Variable Speed Engine
Fan
................
10
Carbon
Monoxide Safety Precautions
..........
11
Safety Tips _
...•.
__
...........•.•.•.....
11
Engine Access
••...............•••
_
•.•.
11
Tires
...•..•.........•.......•....•....
12
Tire Replacement
.....•.....••.......
','
. 12
Changing A
Flat Tire
........••.••..•••••
12
Required Tools And
Equipment.
............
13
Jacking
Procedure
..... _ ................
14
Towing
......•.••..............
_
..•••..
15
lifting
Instructions
...•.•
(See Inside
Back
Page)
ON
THE ROAD
...........••
'
•.....••.••••••
16
Motor
Home Loading
..... : ...............
16
Carrying Capacity
••• _ ••••••••
_
.•••
_ • • • • 16
Detennining and Distributing
Your
Motor Home
Load
. . . . . . . . • • . . . . • . . . . . • . . . 16
Weighing Your Loaded
Motor
Hortie. _ ••••••
_ 16
Weighing
Your Loaded
Motor
Home
-
Tag
Axle
Models
••• : ••••••••••
_ • .
••
17
Loading Tips
...•••......••••••
__ • __
•••
18
Trailer Hitches And Towing
......••.
__
• _
•••
_ 18
Towing Automobiles
•••••••
_ • _
••
_ • ___ ,
__ • lB
LIVING WITH yOUR MOTOR
HOME:
••••
_ •
'.
: ____ 19 .
Manual Entry
Steps
.•.••
_ • _ •
__
• _____
••••
19
Power Entry Steps
•••••....•••.•
_ . _
•••••
19
Entry Assist Handle
(Selected
Models
Only)
•••
19
Entry Doors,
Screens, And Locks
•• ' •.•••••••
19
Windows
......•............•.........
19
Emergency Exit Window
.........•..•....
19
Storage
........................
_
......
19
Exterior Compartments
..............•....
19
Interior Storage
........................
19
Interior And Furnishings
......•.••.........
20
Dinette Conversion
.....................
20
Sofa/Lounge Conversion
..................
20
Folding Doors
................••••..•..
20
Interior Lighting
... , ....................
20
Overhead Vents
........................
20
Effects Of Prolonged Occupancy
.............
20
Controlling Moisture Condensation
...........
21
Fire Safety
.............................
21
Smoke Detector
......
,
.........
,
.......
21
PLUMBING SYSTEMS
.......................
22
Fresh Water System
.......
'
.... , ..........
22
Water Purifier System
........
'
...........
23
The Water Pump
....•..................
23
The
Monitor
Panel
......................
23
Sanitizing The Fresh Water System
.........
24
Troubleshooting The Fresh Water System
•....
24
Leaks
.••.•.......
;
..
':'
.•............•
24
Clogged Water Filter
.....•..............
24
Water Pump Troubleshooting
..............
24
The Waste
Water
System
.............•..•.
25
Toilet.
................................
25
Toilet Maintenance
......................
25
Toilet Troubleshooting
...................
26
Dumping The Holding Tanks
..............
26
Holding Tank Care And Maintenance
........
27
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
................•..
_
..
28
Chassis Electrical System
••................
28
Chassis Bulbs and Fuses
.. _ .......•.•••.
_
28
12-voltCoachSystem
...•.•.••.••.•.....
_
28
Auxiliary Battery • . • • • . • • • •
•••••
___
• • • • •
28
Battery Inspection and Care
•.....
_
...••••
28
Battery Charging
.....•............••..•
29
Selecting A Replacement Battery
...........
29
120-volt
,.AC
System
..••.............•....
29
The Power
Converter.
. . . . . . . . . • • . . . • • • • •
29
Ground Fault Interrupter • • • • • • • • • . • . . . . • • . •
29
Entertainment Equipment
••••
' _ . . . . • • • • • • • • •
30
TVAntenna.
__
.•• _ •••••..•..•••••.•••.•
30
TV
"Ghosts"
And
FM
"Flutter
••••.........
_
30
Minimizing
Multipath
Distortion and Improving
Signal
Quality
_ • • • • • . • • • • • • • • • • . . . • • • • •
31
Generator Power Plant • • • • • • • . . . . .
••. _ ••
_ •
31
Generator Operating
Safety
Precautions
••••••
32
Warm Weather Operation
••••.......••••
'
••
32
Cold Weather Operation
•••••.........
__
••
32
Preparation For Storage • • • • • • • • • • . . . • • • . •
33
. Reactivating, Generator
System
After
Long Term Storage :
•• ; ••
'.
• • • • _ . . • . . _ . • •
33
Generator Maintenance
And
Service • • • • • . • •
33
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
WIRING. _ ••. _ ....•.•••••
33
LPG
SYSTEM.
'.'
_. _ ....... " •••••
:';
; ; • '
•••• , ••.
34
LPG
Gas
Safety
Precautions
••• : •••..•••
__
••
34
System Components
•. _ ..•••••••.•••.••...
35
Hoses And Fittings
.•..•.•.•.••.•....•..
35
LP
Gas
Regulator
.••.•.......•....•....
35
Using
LP
Gas System
At
Low
Temperatures
.•..
35
Filling
LP
Gas Tanks
••.•.............•....
36
LP
Gas
System Leak Checks
.•.......••....
36
LPG
Leak
Detector
.......................
36
Lighting
LP
Gas Appliances
................
37
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'"
APPLIANCES
..........................
38
Water
Heater
..................•....
38
Furnace.
. . .
.....................
38
Range.
.......
38
Range
Exhaust
Hood
..................
38
Air
Conditioner
......................
39
Refrig·~rator
.........................
39
Smoke
Detector
.........................
39
MAINTENANCE
.................•..........
40
Lubrication . . . • . . . . . . . . . . . . . • . . • . . . . . .
.•
40
Wheels'
And
Tires
................•.......
40
Tire Inspection And Rotation
••..•.........
40
Inflation Pressure
••.••••••.••...•.•...••
40
Wheel And Tire Balancing
.•..•......•...•
40
,'Fire
Replacement.
••••.••••....••.•.....
41
.1
Engine
•....•..........................
41
E~~ine
Oils . ,
....•.........•••......•.
41
Engine Fuel Systems
..•.....•..........•..
41
Fuel-And Air Filters
.....................
41
.
Air
Cleaner Element Replacement.
.....•...
.41
,,;C,?oling System
••••••••••••.....•••.....
41
,,:Maintenance And Inspection
.•....•.......
41
Coolant Level. • • • • • • • • • . .
••.•••••••.•••
41
Flushing Cooling System
•.••••••••.••••••
42
;;,.~IJ.9ine
Electrical
..........•••••..••.•••..
42
"dump
Starting
...••.••.•.....•••••.....
42
Transmission
•••...•..••••.•..••••.•.....
42
Maihtenance and Inspection
•.•••••.•..•..
42
Heating
And
Air
Conditioning
••••••••••••••.
42
Inspection
••.....•.•.•
,
................
42
r
Air Conditioner Operational Quick Checks
....
42
Electrical Circuit Diagnosis. . .
......
.
43
Vacuum System Diagnosis
................
43
Refrigeration Section . . '
........
.
.....
43
Front Suspension And Alignment
............
43
Rear
Suspension
.........................
43
Brakes
................................
43
Brake
Hose Inspection
...................
43
Lining Inspection
...........
'
............
43
Drive Belts And Specifications
..............
43
Exterior . . • . . . . . . . . . • . . . • . . • • • • • . . . . . . •
44
Stains
..................•..•......•••
44
Windows, Doors, Vents and Locks
..........
44
Sealant Renewal
•....•.•..•.......•...•
44
Roof Resealing
.....•.......•••...••••.
44
Door and Window Resealing
.........•....
45
Interior
.•..............•.....•.•....•.•
45
Upholstery and Drapes
.....•............
45
Wall and Ceiling Panels
•......
,
..........
45
Floors and Carpeting
....................
45
PREPARING
THE
MOTOR HOME
FOR
LONG·TERM
STORAGE
•..•....••.........
"
.•
46
Storage Check
list
..••..........•••.•
;
.•
r;
..
,:
46
Short·term Storage (less
than
60
days)
Above Freezing
•• , •••••••••••••••••••••
46
lpng.term
Storage Above Freezing
••••.•••
,
.46
Winterization -And
Winter
Storage
•......•
;
•.•• ) .•
46
Winter Storage Below Freezing
.••••....•..
47
Water System Winterizing
••••..•••.•...••
47
General Vehicle Winter Storage Check
List.
•••
47
Reactivating The
Motor
Home
After
Storage
••
48
MAINTENANCE CHART
......................
50
INTRODUCTION
your
Welcome
the
growing sincerely home!
Your
with
many vacationing. your
motor
that
you features. form
with, dards Standard plicable
establish
requirements
these outside of
standards
internal
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outlines a
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instructions home
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going I over
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motor
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and
A119.2, NFPA 501C, Canadian CSA
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quality
is
indicated
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has been designed
the
built
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heating. and safety.
This
equipment.
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and
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of
maintenance
for
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from
carefully
first
shafedty
your
motor
enjoy
your before
time.
Spend
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home
many
life-style
owners.
motor
to
provide Y9u
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warranty
Always
for
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a ,dealer.
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your
satisfaction:
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will
be
is
anything
does
not
cov(lr, please
materials
warranty and
mailed
of
will
This
the
plant
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Owner#s Information Package
This
package
contains
very valuable
documents
about
your
motor
home and its
components
and
systems.
This
Owner's
Manual is in
this
package.
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this
owner's
manual does
not
cover every possi-
ble
detail
of
equipment
and
options
installed
on
or
in
your
motor
home, there are
booklets
and
instruc-
.tional
material
in
the
package
that
will
help
you
safe-
.Iy
operate, maintain and
troubleshoot
those items.
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sure
you
read all
this
information
and
understand
the
safety
and
operating
instructions
included
in
the
package.
Keep these references handy.
If
you
ever
decide
to
sell
or
trade
your
motor
home,
be
sure
the
new
owner
gets
all the· material in
this
package.
CHASSIS
AND
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
Your
motor
home
may
be
built
on
either
the
Chevrolet
P-Series
or
the
John
Deere
R.V.
chassis.
Several
numbers
are used
to
identify
the
vehicle
and
components
used
on
the
vehicle.
The
V.I.N.
or
Vehi-
cle
Identification
Number
is
the
legal
identification
of
the
completed
vehicle and is
the
number
on
the
vehicle
registration.
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found
on
the
DOT
certification
tag
attached
to
the
left
sidewall
of
the
motor
home
driver
compartment.
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to
this
infor-
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when
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number
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dealer
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Service Center.
KEYS
AND
LOCKS
The
keys
to
your
motor
home
are
pictured
below.
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all key
numbers
and keep
them
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safe
place
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Of
Information
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everyone's
recreational
and
travel
needs
are
different,
many
good
publications
are available
for
RV'ers.
These
books
and
magazines
offer
many
tips
and
guidelines
ranging
from
safe
operation
of
your
RV
to
regional
recipe
favorites,
travel
hints
and
direc-
tories
of
all kinds.
Many
of
them
contain
first-person
accounts
of
experienced
RV'ers
that
can
be.
both
entertaining
and
informative.
The
following
is a
list
of
publishers
that
may
be
of
interest:
TL
Enterprises
29901
Agoura
Road
Agoura,
CA
91300
Interlee P.O
... Box,
12901
.
,Overland·
Park,
.KS
66212
.
Woodall
Publishing
Co;
Box
F
Highland
Park, IL
60035
Trail-R-Club
of
America
Box
1376
B
Beverly Hills,
CA
90213
Family
Motorcoaching
8291
Clugh
Pike
Cincinnati,
OH
45244
Scott,
Foresman & Co.
1909 K St.
N.W.
Washington,
D.C.
20049
Recreation
Vehicle
Industries
Association
P.O.
Box
2999
1896
Preston
White
Drive
..
. Reston,
VA
22090
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This
package
contains very valuable
documents
about
your
motor
home and its
components
and
systems.
This
Owner's
Manual
is in
this
package.
Since
this
owner's
manual does
not
cover every possi-
ble
detail
of
equipment
and
options
installed
on
or
in
your
motor
home, there are
booklets
and
instruc-
tional
material
in
the
package
that
will
help
you
safe-
ly
operate,
maintain
and
troubleshoot
those
items.
Be
sure
you
read all
this
information
and
understand
the
safety
and
operating
instructions
included
in
the
package.
Keep these references handy.
If
you
ever
decide
to
sell
or
trade
your
motor
home, be
sure
the
new
owner
gets
all the· material in
this
package.
CHASSIS
AND
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
Your
motor
home
may
be
built
on
either
the
Chevrolet
P-Series
or
the
John
Deere
R.V.
chassis.
Several
numbers
are used
to
identify
the
vehicle
and,
components
used on
the
vehicle.
The
V.I.N.
or
Vehi-
cle
Identification
Number
is
the
legal
identification
of
the
completed
vehicle and is
the
number
on
the
vehicle
registration.
The V.I.N. is
found
on
the
DOT
certification
tag
attached
to
the
left
sidewall
of
the
motor
home
driver
compartment.
Refer
to
this
infor-
mation
when
ordering
parts,.
from
the,
chassis
.
manufactureror',chassis'dealerservice:
center;:.The '
.'1.
Fleetwood
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home;,
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this'
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:
dealer
or. Service',Center.
KEYS
AND
LOCKS
The
keys
to
your
motor
home
are
pictured
below.
Record
all key
numbers
and keep
them
in a
safe
place
at
home
and
in
the
motor
home.
n I
•.
Key No.:
_______________
_
Other
Sources
Of
Information
Since
everyone's
recreational
and
travel
needs
are
different,
many
good
publications
are available
for
RV'ers.
These
books
and
magazines
offer
many
tips
and
guidelines
ranging
from
safe
operation
of
your
RV
to
regional
recipe
favorites,
travel
hints
and
direc-
tories
of
all
kinds.
Many
of
them
contain
first-person
accounts
of
experienced
RV'ers
that
can
be
both
entertaining
and
informative.
The
following
is a
list
of
publishers
that
may
be
of
interest:
TL
Enterprises
29901
Agoura
Road
Agoura,
CA
91300
,
Intertec
-
'P.O.-'Box
12901·
Overland
Park,KS66212
"Woodall
Publishing
Co. '
BoxF
,
Highland
Park, 'II.
60035
Trail-R-Club
of
America
Box
1376
B
Beverly
Hills,
CA
90213
Family
Motorcoaching
8291
Clugh
Pike
Cincinnati,
OH
45244
Scott,
Foresman
& Co.
1909 K St.
N.W.
Washington,
D.C.
20049
Recreation
Vehicle
Industries
Association
P.O.
Box
2999
lB96
Preston
White
Drive
.,
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VA
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Exterior
Disc;onnect water, electrical, and drain
lines
Check
roof
top
carrier (if installed)
Remove
blocks
from
wheels
Check
wheel
nut
torque. (See
chassis
Operator's
Manual)
Check
LPG
tank
level and refill
if
necessary
Check
hitch
and
hitch
ball
Check
tires
and
adjust
pressures
if
necessary
Check
batteries
Check
running
lights,
turn
signals,
interior
and
panel
lights
Check
brakes, brake fluid, brake
lights
Check
cooling
system
Check
windshield
wipers, washers,
and
washer
fluid
Retract
step
Interior
Lower
TV
antenna
Lock
refrigerator
door
Turn
off
water
heater
Turn'
off
water
pump
Turri
off
furnace
Turn
off
range
pilot
Close
cooktop
cover
Close
roof
vents
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all
doors.
drawers
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1, Parking
2.
instrument
below
Brake-The
on
the
floor
up
to
set
Cruise
on
ON.
push
control
speed
RESUME/ON/OFF The the desired This control.
will When
will
pedal
the
automatically
disengage
RESUME/ON/OFF
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the
turn
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engage:
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the
SET/COAST arm. automatically,
vehicle
switch
new
new
Coast:
To
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Press
disengage
you
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disengage:
to
activate
brakes
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steep
speed
cluster and switches are located
allowing access to fuses, wiring and
and behind the panel.
parking brake lever is
near
the
left
driver wall. Pull
the
brake,
signal lever. (Chevrolet Chassis only).
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The
will
in
this cruise
speed
release
at
are applied,
the
grade
push
cruise
to
your
desired
button
cruise
switch
accelerate as
postion.
will
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the
the
your
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disengages.
system
switch
cruise
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drops
control
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speed, release
now
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SET
button
cruise
button,
new
on brake pedal (tap
stop
control
automatically
by
AND
of
the driver.
down
to
When
control
speed.
light
to
approximately
to
release,
control
cruising
on
the
end
Will
accelerate,
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as
you
reach
the
held
by
to
COAST.
temporarily.
the
cruise
switch.)
the
cruise
You
may
by
sliding
"OFF".
is
engaged
disengage
MPH.
To
switch
of
the
WARNING: pery
roads
NOTE: John
3.
See
Deere
Headlight switch ing
lights, side marker lights and
Instrument
ing
knob
The
headlight breaker breaker
reengage:
to
"ON".
control
Do
or John
chassis
Switch
controls
light
clockwise
in
the
will
Slide
Press engage
arm.
not
use
In
congested
Deere
before
-
the intensity
circuit
light
cause
the
the
RESUME/ON/OFF
button
the
cruise
Operator's
The
headlights,
or
counterclockwise.
is
switch.
lights
control
traffic.
engaging
three-position
taillights,
instrument
can
be varied
protected
An
overload on
to
"flicker"
Manual
system.
by a circuit
located
the
.is
located
switch
speed,
of
hold
you
switch.
the
cruise
control
When
control·
on
the
on
slip-
by
on
DRIVER'S
off.
wiring
4. 2-Speed Turn wiper that' wide
lever
to
the
this
slide
hold
your
This
the
also
the
on 10
end
for
light
park-
lights.
turn-
the
and
OFF-No
1st clockwise strokes.
2nd 3rd. To
press
washer close
blades
5.
Auxiliary System
Electrical System) if
• Before
The
vehicle engine. perly, ing
automatically.
charge
instrument
two
is
1.
GREEN -
capable
is
indicator
seconds
2.
ORANGE charge system The imately
teries will ing teries
CONTROLS
If this
WASH,
the
is parking
The
turned
being
Of
condition
checked
Windshield
inner
knob
blades are
allow
the
blades
as possible.
wiper
notch-Wiper
for
notch-Slow
'10tch-Fast
press
of
washer
nozzles are
to
the
wiper
and
provide
Start
permits
vehicle . battery
engaging
stopped,
Auxiliary
the
(see
normal.conditions
orange
course,
are
the
charge
shift
brake.
except
If
the
vehicle
batteries
Electrical
auxiliary
is
insufficient
panel
to
the
the
of
cranking
provided
will
after
- -The
for
engine
has
been indicator
10
seconds
if
dead,
panel
may
by
plugging
Start
to
when
remain
cranking.
indicator
develops, have your
immediately.
Wiper/Washer
clockwise
mounted
action.
delay
longer
wiping wiping outer
knob
located
blades.
continuous
System
using
to
start
system,
to
System
aid
will System).
start
indicator
"CRANK"
main
by
main
cranking. activated
both
the
be
restored
for
wiper
on
"articulated"
to
follow a wiping
ON. Turn
delay
action.
action.
knob,
cycles
the is
"P"
in
starting
alternator
be
the
to
when
battery
the
the
on
will
after
the
engine
light
in
to
then
wipers
on
They
-
The
auxiliary
the
motor
discharged.
be
(PARK)
has
recharged
system
main
crank
will
the
position:
engine. main
battery.
for
approximately
battery
The
to
remain
cranking.
main
will
up.
to
an
external
with
action.
outer
between
release,
once.
the
wiper
move
washer
Auxiliary
battery
home
sure
the
and
no
effect
the
motor
is
operating
while
will
(chassis)
the
engine.
show
ignition
is
charged,
Cranking
has
insufficient
auxiliary
crank
and
the
on
for
auxiliary
not
Sufficient
the
auxiliary
headlight
Delay-
The
arms
path
as
knob
wiper
One
The
arms
with
the
coverage.
Start
(see
engine
vehicle
apply
The
crank,
on
home
p'ro-
driv-
engage
battery
The
either
switch
power
green
battery engine.
approx-
bat-
crank-
110V
the
the
and
10
nor
bat-
AC
of
7
, .
',1(;"
It.
electrical source or by running
NOTE:
If
extended normal driving does
recharge the batteries, see an
wood
6.
7.
8.
motor
Instrument
home
Cluster
Radio/Tape Player Monitor
Panel
service
9. Transmission Selector - Pull toward you and move to desired refer
to
the
Chassis
details on
transll')ission operation.
10. Generator Remote
11.
Cigarette Lighter
Operator's
Start/Stop
12. Heater/Air Conditioner
the
generator.
authorized
center.
transmission
position.
Manual
Switch
Controls-The
Heater/Air Conditioner controls are located on
,
lower oper,!te
,
for
..
-,'
right
thedrivei/cockpit
instrument
the
heating and air
area only.
>;Cooi/Heatlever-Push
or
right
for
cooling/heating.
Function
OFF-No
,
at
. outside air
low
Selector
heating
speed
for
through
Buttons
continuous
panel.
conditioning
this
or
cooling,
the
instrument
These
lever
. outlets.
.'Hi·
MAXAIC-Air on, inside air
system
A/C-Air
for
conditioner compressor
side air is circulated
conditioner
is
recirculated
maximum
cooling.
through
panel outlets.
13.
14.
VENT-A/C is circulated
outlets. HEAT-A/e
circulated distributed
Heated air is circulated Fan
Switch-Sets speeds. The fan
if
the
Ignition
is
ACC
Tilt
Switch-Operation
shown
below. " ,
Steering Wheel.
compressor
through
compressor is
through
to
the
floor
fan
fan
switch
OFF
function
OFF
is
the
instrument
.
off,
heating
outlets.
to
defroster
speed
does
button
of
the
ON
15. Hazard Warning Flasher.
not
Fleet-
lever
Please
for
more
cockpit
controls
systems
to
the
but
fan
circulation
panel
compressor
through
is
on,
instrument
off,
outside
panel
outside air
system, and
outlets.
to
any
not
affect
is
pressed.
ignition
switch
START
the
left
runs
of
is
the
out-
air
is
of
the
Driver/Passenger
Seats
The driver's and passenger's seats
tion/comfort
CAUTION:
vehicle
Forward/Back -
adjustments:
00
not adjust the
is
in
motion.
seat
position while the
The
forward/back lever is located
under the front left of the seat.
Pull
the lever toward the left outside
to unlock.
Release
the lock lever to secure the seat
position.
Swivel - The swivel lock lever is located the
front
right
of
the
seat..
Lift the lever forward and
up
to locks in the center, forward position. When unlock­ed,
the seat will swivel freely around
position.
Recline and Lumbar Adjustment ­lever is located on the seat arm.
Push the lever to recline. ly variable.
Turn
the
Release
lumbar adjuster
lever
The
angle is continuous-
at
desired angle.
at
the
as de'sired. '
4
Seat
Belts
Seat belts
cle.
For driver's seat and passengers while under
are
an
important safety feature
your
protection,.-always use your
other
seats'.
way
designed
have been equipped
seat belts.
WARNING: ALL ED
WITH
CLE
AND
IS IN MOTION. EQUIPPED OCCUPIED AND
WilL THE VEHICLE BLE
TO
BELT
USE
WITH
WHilE
BE
LABELED: IS IN
RIDERS
SAFETY
SHOOLO BE FURNISH-
SEAT
BEll'S WHILE THE VEHI-
SEATS
WHICH
BELTS
THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION
"NOT
IN MOTION."
IT
PERSONS USING BEDS.
offer
four
posi-
of
the seat
under
...
, ..
swivel-.,Tt,le
to
The
side
of
of
seat
the
recliner
the
your belts.
to
seat
center
seat
vehi-
The
carry
with
ARE
NOT
SHOULD NOT
BE
FOR USE WHILE
(S
NOT POSSI-
8
"~I
"
'
....
Adjust seat belts
Pivot buckle at right angles to
the
desired length.
To
fasten belt,
the
tongue
mating belt.
as
Iowan
Iy for
greatest safety.
To
release the belt, depress the button in the center
of
the
buckle and
Never use a belt for more than
as
follows:
to
the belt and pull
be
sure
it
is
not twisted, then push
end of one belt into the buckle
Be
sure
it latches, Adjust the belt snug·
the abdomen
slide
as
comfort will allow,
the tongue out
one
'person at a time.
of
the buckle.
of
the
Front/Side
close.
DRIVING
trois and the reference points from the driver's seat, you will find driving your family car. Become the maneuvering to
Child
Restraint
All
vehi~le
~~6~pants,
and
e~pecially
children, should
vehicle. Always
Janes. Learn
behind. Check
be restrained whenever riding in vehicles. Holding a child in
your
arms
is
not
a substitute for a child restraint system. can be IJnrestrained child could also be injured by striking interior, sudden can restraint systems.aredesigned'to be secured'in
'.
c1eseats
'.'
~elt>.Childrencouldbeendangered
.
"c:;hild,
,
I'
.,\
';Children.small"enough
In
an
struck
or
by
maneuver
help
protect
byJap
restraints
~",
' .
accident, a child held in a person's arms
or
crlJshed by any unrestrained rider. An
the
being thrown from the vehicle during a Remember
or
impact. A child restraint system car, making
a child while riding
in
a vehicle. Child Also, because
thevehi,
belts
or
the lap' portion 'of a 'Iap"shouldei<
in a 'crash'
••
are·
not'properly'securedinthe.vehicie.
for
a'
child "restraint,'system
if
'thek." .'
should··be.restrained thatwayif.·at,all"possible.i'However,
,the,followingmay'providesome'degree
ifa.
child
restraint is
*
Infants
who
padded baby carrier. seat
and
securely restrain
not
used. hills
cannot sit up should
Put
it
ciosswise on
it
with
of
. protection operate in
be
placed in a
the
vehicle
the vehicle's seat
all speed and safety regulations, The best cruising speed of conditions.
'.
,easily,·affected:.by,'cross
....•
for::passing ;and' stopping, and drive
,',particulatly'inhtrafficand
.. " ;'f,.donewittvreasonable.
..
"p.eeds"whenascending
Downshift
power
of
belts. Children
*
restrained a
child
When using
and
follow
come
with
'When
has
no
retractor, pull
adjustment
If
the
who
with
stand
any
all instructions on installation and use
the
system.
securiiig
mechanism."
child restraint is still
seating position in
and
the
child
restraint manufacturer for help.
can sit up by themselves should be
the
seat belts provided. Never
or
kneel on any seat.
child restraint system,
be
sure
to
read that
,a
child restraint
the
excess webbing through
the
vehicle and/or contact your dealer
with
a lap
not
secure, use a different
belt
that
let
the
factors are sometimes unpredictable, and mountain
Sunvisors
The
sun
tioris
swing
and
bright
windows.
side
Swivel
tension may be adjusted
screwdriver
visors
down
skies. The visors do
at
the
driver'S and passenger's posi,
and adjust to provide relief
at
the
tension adjusting screw.
from
not
adjust to shade the
with
a flat blade
glare
Slider
Turn lock, slide
AND
Once you become accustomed
motor
home in traffic, and be cautious when
Windows
window
PARKING
the
motor
allow
for the length and width
and/ or screen to open and
to
the
feel
of the can,
home comparable to driving
familiar
with
the position
allow extra room to corner and to change
to
use'
the
side mirrors to view the road
Drive
your
them
with
consideration on the highway, observing
motor
home
that
it
less maneuverable and harder to stop.
of
often.
will vary
your
motor
its
greater side surface
with
home is heavier than a
wirids."Allow
road
and
weather
area,
it
is more
'extra 'distances '
at
a 'moderate speed,
"in"gusty.\Nind conditions; .
,Dr.ivi!1g:·on':'vvindiDg.-o~
mountain<'roads.
is
not
difficult
care..'.Observe proper vehicle'
or
descending 'hills and always
the
proper
to
avoid overheating or undue engine loads.
transmission range. Downshift on
when, descending grades. Engine braking
will
help
control vehicle, speed, and relieve some
the
strain
Road conditions,
ing
or
desert temperatures can
on
drivetrain Under off
extreme
the
transmission cooling
.
Allow
avoid areas having
low-hanging-tree"
whenever.
ingin"for
of
overpasses and bridges. This may be particularly im­portant if
the
motor
tioner,
roof rack, CB or TV/radio antenna.
"When
or
poles
the
motor parking on an in the direction shift
the
ing brake
on
the
brakes.
terrain, weather, and other driving
put
extreme demands
components'~especially
heat
conditions you
vehicle air conditioner
to
the transmission.
may
need to turn
improve engine and
..
for·,the.
extra
height
low
branches,'
you
drive or.park. Avoid
of
your
motor
home and
overhead clearance. Check for
or"
other -obstructions
low
roofs when pull-
·service. AlWays check overhead clearances
if
you drive
home
with
the
is equipped
overhead vents open or
with
a roof air condi-
parking parallel to a·curb, be sure to allow for obstructions
home
swing
as
the front and rear portions of
wider than an automobile. When
incline, turn the front wheels into the curb
of
the
roll to aid the parking
transmission to
when
parking.
PARK
("P")
brake.
and set the park-
of
of
the
driv,
Always
..
~
FUEL
Information Package for fuel recommendations. Since
.
the
engine for
AND
See the Chassis Operator's Manual in the Owner's
generator fuel supply
the generator before deciding
FUEL SYSTEMS
is
the
same
as
the motor home
fuel supply, consult the operating instructions
on
a fuel type.
Fuel Fill
The
fuel filler cap
Modem
the
weather. Under certain conditions, sudden release of this
press~re
gasohne from
'WARNING: WHEN REMOVING THE GASOLINE
To or!vacuum, lost
. \
. '
it
y!?urFleetw,o·od.,motor home dealer.
'.;'~:
';'ciean
.
.~.
the
..
;~;.
is,:~
C'_·~:.w-
::-i,
.
wi
fuel
ii';'
'Today's sophisticated and highly engineered state emissions standards. They sitive are optimized the variations during
pensation changes the "vapor pressure"
mean~
than temperatures
colder and
ty
run. smoother during
~nditions,
with ditions. supplied during summer months.
"vapor a combination higher temperatures under the vaporization caused by the vapor pressure you
perly vapor be the cause. If at all possible, check tion attendant
fuel systems may build up vapor pressure within
tank
as
'the
when
the
CAP.
ROTATE ALLOW "HISSING" REMOVAL'OF THE
protect
caps
PRESSURE
th~
Qr
with
(jP'.~ueli:~pills
motor
additives in the fuel to compensate
oVthe
What
hOme could damage
serious
Types
to
it
bum
fire"
/
'-'~;
AQd
auton\otive fuel and emissions systems are
fuel types and blends, P;lrticularly blends
for
that
the
does during
temperatures reduce the fuel's ability
in .your engine, additives help raise
fueL This helps
the
the
correct fuel for their location and seasonal con-
Sometimes though, fuel blended
this all means is
lock"
are using. If your engine and fuel system are pro-
tuned and maintained, you should
lock.
If
is
located on the rear
gasoline warms during use or
removing the gasoline cap can spray
fill opening, causing a possible hazard.
IT
SLOWLY
SOUNDS
gasoline system from excessive pressure
from sudden release of pressure, replace
-caps
of
hazard. '
-~:~
ONLY
FAR
TO
RELEASE.
STOp,
CAP.
the same design available from
immediately. Raw fuel spilled on
COMPLETE
the
of
the
ENOUGH AFTER ANY
exterior finish and
Vapor Lock
to
meet Federal and
are.
also sometimes sen-
climatic conditions.
winter
fuel vaporizes easier during
help
refiners supply their gas station customers
during summer driving. This condition is
of
vapor lock occurs, the fuel itself could
as
or summer months. This com-
the
summer
the
fuel vaporize in the engine. Since
the
winter
new
to
months. Under
that
engine' design
the fuel blend before filling your
Fuel
refiners change
for
temperature
of
the fuel. This
the
when
engine
there is a possibility of
hoodl, and excessive fuel
with
start
for
(with
not
higher air
to the
easier and
the
of
experience
the
coach.
hot
TO
THE
that
winter
vaporize
volatili-
best of··
winter is
attendant
the fuel
gas sta-
fuel tank. If you purchase your fuel from nationally recognized be
reduced. If you store your winter months, avoid storing blended fuel in the tank. When you take the vehicle out of storage in the spring
vapor
Another note on long storage - if your motor home varying humidity, consider topping will reduce the buildup could cause rough engine operation, fuel filter blockage, or
other
fuel dealers, your chances of vapor lock can
lock until
problems associated
it
is used
for
a long period in conditions
of
motor
large quantities of winter
or
summer, this fuel may cause
up.
condensation in the tank
with
home during the
y.0U
plan
off
the fuel tank. This
water'
in the fuel.
to
of
store
widely
that
Alternative Fuel Types
Gasohol; a mixture
methanol
engine
UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES USE CONTAINING MORE THAN ETHANOL, BOTH METHANOL AND use containing alcohol other additives If
you are
alcohol/gasoline blend
vice alcohol/gasoline blend
blems occur. .
Chemical reactions between the materials in of
the are especially noticeable to
use alcohol blended fuel, and expect
motor
additive
tion effects. Your dealer can advise you on the proper additives and
If
ing
and
gasoline may
without
station
fuel lines during storage periods. These effects
home. for periods
that
gasohol is spilled on a painted surface, some dull-
or
softening
voiding the warranty. However,
AND DO NOT USE BLENDS THAT
to
not
operator.
the
is formulated
their
of
must
protect
sure
you
if
fuel lines
use.
of
the
ethanol (grain alcohol) be
used in your motor
FUEL
5%
METHANOL
ETHANOL
also contain cosolvents and k .
the
fuel system·componentS.;; .
of
the
intend
Discontinue
driveability or'fuElISVStem pto-
with
gasohol blends. If you plan
of
60
to
paint
Any
composition
to
use, ask yoursElr-
the
fuel components and
can
cause deterioration
days
or
more, add a fuel
counteract these oxida-
may
result.
OR
CONTAIN
fuel blend you .
use
.'·.h
to
store your
or
h~me
DO
NOT
BLENDS
10%
of
the
of
a~y.
i)-
Overheating
Operate and service in your vehicle . as recommended in Operator's
Manual.
the
engine
and
cooling systems
the
Chassis
Variable Speed Engine Fan
Your motor speed fan clutch. When quires maximum The fan may become very noisy.
maximum need maximum conserves fuel and
High speed fan noise can sometimes
as
transmission slippage. This is
home
cooling is required.
engine is equipped
the
cooling,
cooling,
the
the
the
fan is less noisy.
with
a variable
engine is under load
fan adjusts and tums faster.
at
high speed
When
fan
the
engine doesn't
just
idles along. This
be
misinterpreted
not
the
case. When
and
or
re-
when
Ir;
.
the engine at full speed. High engine speed and temperature ditions, such
freeway driving, can
cools
ing
what
is
hot and
down.
This fan noise indicates
it
is supposed to
requires
as
pulling away
cauSe
extra cooling, the fan turns
con-
from
a stop after long
loud fan noise until the engine
that
the fan is do-
do.
This noise is
not
a defect
in the fan or the transmission.
CARBON MONOXIDE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Carbon monoxide is a colorless, ·tasteless, odorless
gas.
It
is a by-product
engines
in
your
motor installed) produce CARBON MONOXIDE IS DEADLY. Please read and understand the following precautions
and others from the effects poisoning.
WARNING: EXHAUST NOT BLOCK THE TAILPIPES VEHICLE GASES. ING
IN A PLACE
HAVE
EITHER OUTSIDE, UNDERNEATH.
YOUR VEHICLE
OUTSIDE
AIR.
HAUSTGASES INSIDE THE VEHICLE THROUGH
. WINDOWS. OR
THE EXHAUST OUTlET.
"
.,
ONLY WHEN SAFE DISPERSION OF EXHAUST GASES CAN
BE
SIDE CONDITIONS
CONTINUES TO
Beware
of
exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) pOisoning
symptoms:
Dizziness Intense Headache Weakness and Sleepiness
Vomiting Muscular Twitching Throbbing in Temples
If
symptoms indicate the possibility ide poisoning, turn out
into fresh air
assistance.
WARNING:
DO.· NOT UNDER STANCES OPERATE SLEEPING.
You
would
to assure
not
that
engine exhaust
terior. and you would
symptoms
of
carbon monoxide poisoning.
During stops while traveling, inspect the exhaust systems for road damage. a damaged exhaust system.
Check
the maintenance, and repair any leaks, damage, or obstruc­tions before further operations.
of
combustion in engine(sl. The
home and generator system (if
it
constantly
while
they
are running.
to
protect yourself
of
carbon monoxide
GASES ARE DEADLY.
OR
SITUATE THE
WHERE THE EXHAUST
ANY
POSSIBILITY
OR
ANY
OF
ACCUMULAT-
OR
INSIDE
NEARBY VEHICLES.
MOVEMENTS, CAN CARRY EX-
OTHER
be able to
exhaust
OPENINGS REMOTE FROM
OPERATE
ASSURED,
TO
BE
BE
DISPERSED
AND
SURE THAT EXHAUST
THE ENGINEIS)
MONITOR OUT-
SAFELY.
of
off
the engine(s) immediately.
at
once, and
summon
ANY
ANY
not
be
Do
system(s)
ENGINE
monitor
alert
not
outside conditions
does
not
to
exhaust odors or
operate an engine
during'
carbon monox-
CIRCUM-
WHILE
enter
DO
get
medical
the
in-
with
routine
Do
not modify the exhaust system(s) in any way
without
SAFETY
Read When backing the
to the rear
Before departing on a trip,
Remember, some tunnels prohibit
first consulting the
RV
manufacturer.
TIPS
and understand the Chassis Operator's Manual.
motor
on
the driver's side
home, have a person stand
to
guide you.
check
motor
your
homes
routes.
with
gas systems.
at
moderate speeds. particularly
wind
conditions.'
in
Drive
gustY Allow extra distance for passing While
traveling, make sure all occupants use their seat
..
and
in
traffic
stopping.
belts.
While
traveling, make sure all doors are closed and
cabinets, drawers, and loose objects are secure.
Instruct your family on
what
to
do
in case
and hold fire drills periodically.
Maintain proper charge in
.Gas
:detectors are available' from. RV:equipment dealers •
and may be. considered as
Keep a well stocked first-aid
the· fire extinguisher.
.safetyaccessories.
kit
handy. Keep a tool box handy. Check tires often
should receive special attention, as flat
and
not
be noticed. Running a flat
to
could lead
a tire fire ficult to extinguish. Make pressures and tread surface
with
when
re-fueling give each tire a sharp rap
with a hammer
inflated tires produce a
If
the
tire is flat,
while
traveling. Inside rear duals
that
would
it a habit
these
tires
may
on
an inside dual
be extremely
to
check
an accurate tire gauge before each trip,
or
similar object. Properly
the
"bung"
sound
will
sound
be
a dull
when
"thud".
rapped.
Engine Access
The
top
<If
the
engine by removing the engine cover. Remove cover screws and
lift
screws, be careful
WARNING: WHEN INSTALLING
BE
COVER.
THE GASKET SEAL
ON COVER FLOOR RUPT ENGINE IS
NOT INSTALLED HAUST PASSENGER TY HAZARD. THE
PURPOSES,
SURE
SCREWS. DO NOT MATS OR OTHER MATERIAL TO INTER-
THE SEAL BETWEEN THE COVER
COMPARTMENT. IF THE ENGINE COVER
GASES
COMPARTMENT CREATING A SAFE-
IF
THE
ENGINE
COVER
BE
SURE THE VEHICLE INTERIOR IS
may
be
off
the
cover
to
get
them'
_"
THE COVER IS
AND
ALLOW
CORRECTLY.
COULD
ENGINE
OFF
MUST
FOR
accesS~d
for
theiWo
..
·When replacing<the .
in
straight.
..
."
THE
FUUY
... : .,
-:
.".
Ie
ENGINE
SEATED
SECURED BY THE
CARPETING,
AND
ENGINE EX-
LEAK
INTO·
BE
RUN WITH
MAINTENANCE
LP
and
of
fire,
go
dif-
tire.
on
the
serVice
access
..
',
THE
THE
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,
..
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"
"",.
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1'\
p ~ ,
the engine at full speed. High engine speed and temperature con­ditions, such as pulling away from a stop after long freeway driving, can cause loud fan noise until the engine cools ing
what
in
the fan or the transmission.
CARBON MONOXIDE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Carbon monoxide is a colorless, tasteless, odorless
gas.
engines in your installed) produce CARBON MONOXIDE understand the fallawing precautians andathers poisoning,
WARNING: EXHAUST
NOT BLOCK THE VEHICLE
GASES INGEITHER OUTSIDE, UNDERNEATH, OR INSIDE YOUR VEHICLE OR ANY NEARBY VEHICLES.
.
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',rJiWlllloo)l'($OR OTHER:OPEl\lINGS;REMOTE"FROM:
'"
"":i:::rnE
'.
·!'/ONLYi'WHEN·.SAFE:DISPERSION'OF; EXHAUST
',!:
.GASES
'.SIDE·CONDITIONS
CONTINUES
Beware
symptams:
If
ide paisaning, aut
assistance.
WARNING: DO NOT UNDER STANCES OPERATE SLEEPING,
Yau
to.
assure teriar, and yau wauld symptams
. During staps while traveling, inspect the exhaust systems far road damage. a damaged exhaust system. .
Check maintenance, and repair any leaks, damage, tions befare further operations.
is
hot and
down.
It
Dizziness
Intense Headache
Weakness and Sleepiness
Vamiting Muscular Twitching Thrabbing in Temples
symptams indicate the passibility
into.
This fan noise indicates that the fan is do-
it
is supposed to
is a by-product
fram the effects
IN A PLACE
HAVE ANY POSSIBILITY OF ACCUMULAT-
..
EXHAUSrOUTLET.
',CAN,BE :ASSUI;lED;AND MONITOR 'OUT-
af
exhaust gas (carbon, manaxide) paisaning
fresh
wauld
nat
that
af
the
requires
motor
it
canstantly while they are running,
TAILPIPES
TO
TO
BE
turn
aff
airo'
at
be able
engine exhaust daes
carban manaxide paisoning,
exhaust
extra cooling, the fan turns
do.
This noise is not a defect
of
combustion in engine(s). The
home and generator system (if
IS
.DEADLY.
GASES
WHERE
OPERATE
BE
SURE
DISPERSED
the engine(s} immediately,
ance, and summan medical
ANY
to.
manitar autside canditians
nat
be
alert
Do
nat aperate
system(s}
Please read and
to.
pratect yaurself
af
carban manaxide
ARE
DEADLY_
OR SITUATE THE
THE EXHAUST
THE'ENGINE(SI
THAT EXHAUST
SAFELY.
af
ANY
ENGINE
nat
to.
exhaust adors
during'
DO
.
carban manax-
get
CIRCUM-
WHILE"
enter
the
in-
ar
an
engine
ar
with
routine
abstruc-
Do
not modify the exhaust system(sl in any way
without
first consulting the
RV
manufacturer.
SAFETY TIPS
Read
and understand the Chassis Operator's Manual.
When backing the motor home, have a person stand
to.
the rear on the driver's side
Befare departing an a trip, Remember, same tunnels prahibit gas systems.
Drive
at
maderate speeds, particularly
in .
gusty
Allaw, extra distance far passing and stapping.
While traveling, make belts.
While traveling, make sure cabinets, drawers, and laose abjects are secure.
Instruct your family on
and hald fire drills periadically.
Maintainpraper. charge' in the- fire extinguisher .
.·_Gasl_de~tars.al'!l,available
and
. Keep
. Keep
Check tires aften while traveling. Inside rear duals shauld receive special attentian, as these tires flat and cauld lead ficult
pressures and
tread surface
inflated tires praduce a
If
the
wind
canditians.· .
sure
may
,be:'considered as. safetyaccessaries.-
.. a well'
ilWol
nat
to.
when
tire is flat, the saund will
stacked:-first~aid--kit
box
handy;
be naticed. Running a
to.
a tire fire
extinguish. Make
with
an accurate tire gauge befare each trip,
re-fueling give each tire a sharp rap
with
a hammer
that
"bung"
to.
guide you.
check
matar
..
all
occupants use their seat
all
daars are clased and
what
to.
from
fM.eqlJipmentdealers,
flat
wauld be extremely
it a habit
ar
similar object. Properly
sound
be
yaur routes.
hames
in
do.
in case
handy."
an
an inside dual
to.
when
a dull
traffic
check
"thud".
with
LP
and
af
fire,
may
go.
dif-
tire.
on
the
rapped.
Engine Access
The
top
of
the engine may be accesSed
by
removing the engine caver. Remove caver screws and screws, be careful
WARNING: WHEN INSTALLING THE ENGINE COVER, ON THE GASKET SEAL AND SECURED
COVER FLOOR RUPT ENGINE IS NOT INSTALLED HAUST PASSENGER TY HAZARD.
THE
PURPOSES,
BE
SCREWS. DO NOT ALLOW CARPETING,
MATS
THE
COMPARTMENT.
ENGINE
lift
off
the caver
to.
get
the,m:
SURE
SEAL
GASES
THE
COVER
OR
OTHER
BETWEEN
CORRECTLY,
COULD
COMPARTMENT CREATING A SAFE-
IF
THE
ENGINE
COVER
BE
SURE
OFF
THE VEHICLE INTERIOR
..
When
in
straight. . ..
IS FULLY SEATED
MATERIAL
THE COVER
IF
THE ENGINE COVER
LEAK
MUST
FOR
MAINTENANCE
for
service
the
two
ai:c~ss
replacing'
BY
THE
TO
INTER-
AND
ENGINE EX-
INTO
BE
RUN
THE
WITH
the
THE
IS
,
,..,
~',
..
ADEQUATELY VENTILATED.
Engine Cover
TIRES
Your motor home
l'Iormal circumstances
" ,
f,r;',,;·;. For
should receive thousands
..
{
'.
~fetyand
'\'''S>''fpressute'must;be
;·!.'~1;al,soaffectedsignificantly '.i·i~tiiJlflated
if,
;K~;'
;~nd
~ires.contributes
safety
..
'l1!e load range and
",'pressure',are)stamped on
inflated
to'thi$'
WARNING: CHECK TIRE ALWAYS CHECK
COLD, AND DO NOT TIRES. FOLLOW THE TIRE TIONS IN
THE CHASSIS OPERAlOR'S
WARNING:
TIRE THAT
SPEEDS
WILL
MAY POSSIBLY
WHILE OVERHEAT LOSE
RESUcrtNG IN DAMAGE
CLE AND ITS CONTENTS ANDIOR PERSONAL
INJURY. NOTE:
LY. ING. TIGHT,
BRACKET
WHEN
CHECK THE WHEEL
THEY COULD WORK LOOSE DURING DRIV-
TIGHTEN THE
AND
MOUNTING
NECESSARY.
is
equipped
and
of
with
truck
tires. Under
with
proper maintenance, you
miles
of
troublefree service.
maximum tire life, proper inflation
maintained.
to overall
Motor
by
tire pressure, and properly
home stability is
motor
home
maximum
the
tire side wall. Keep tires
rated cold pressure. '
,PRESSURES
PRESSURE
BLEED
PRESSURE
WHEN TIRES ARE
AIR OUT OF
OFTEN.
WARM INSTRUC­MANUAL
KEEP
IS
TIRES
RUN
SERIOUSLY
10
PROPERLY
LONG
DISTANCES
THE POINT
INFLATED. A
OR
AT HIGH
UNDER-INFlATED
WHERE
THE TIRE
AIR SUDDENLY ANDIOR CATCH
10
THE VEHI-
COVERS
RETAINER
PERIODICAL-
KNOBS
HAND
CHECK THE WHEEL COVER
10
THE
WHEELS.
TIGHTEN
stability
inflation
FIRE,
Tire Replacement
Replacement tires at least the same weight carrying equipment. The original equipment tires supplied on your motor
home have weight carrying capacities
gross axle weight ratings (GAWR) as stated on the
must
be
the
same size and have
capacity
as
the original
to
support
Federal
the
of single capacity of
9,840
capacity of
Certification
driver'S seat.
For
example,
5,000
if your motor home has a front GAWR
pounds, each front tire
2,500 pounds.
pounds, each rear tire
2,460 pounds in dual configuration.
Refer to the
Federal
Tag
located on the sidewall near
must
have a minimum
For
a rear GAWR of
must
Certification
have a minimum
Tag
for specific axle
capacities for your motor home.
Changing A Flat Tire
CONSULT INFORMATION
Even you may experience a flat tire. The best this problem is your auto
facility. require you to change the tire yourself, there
items that you
to change a flat tire:
• Your motor home is built on a therefore rides on truck wheels and tires. These and wheels can weigh up each. LIFTING AND MOVING 100 POUNDS OR'MORE",DOI;, NOT
CHANGE A
• Truck tires and wheels nuts tightened very tightly. BLE TIGHTENED UP THEN RE:rIGHTEN UNDER CHANGE A
* The motor home itself
is extremely heavy. The axle jack fumished motor
wheel, or about one-fourth of vehicle may
on the small surface or
jack
WARNING: • 'TO
ANDIOR OTHER EXPERT MOVE WHEELS AND CHANGE THE TIRE OUT PROFESSIONAL
AND RIM ASSEMBLY AND PUT ON THE TIRE AND RIM ASSEMBLY FOLLOWING STRUCTIONS MANUAL. DO NOT BEEN THE
CHECK
THE
CHASSIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL
ON
TIRE
CHANGING.
with
good tire maintenance and normal driving,
to
summon prqfessional help through
club, travel service,
If none of these
MUST
is
be
or
a local
available, and circumstances
aware of before you
truck
to
100';pour)gs
IF
YOU
ARE
NOT PHYSICAlLYCAPABLE.PF;; ,
UNDER
OF
ANY
FLAT
BREAKING
10
CIRCUMSTANCES
TIRE.;
are
installed IF
YOU
ARE
LOOSE
500
NUTS THAT HAVE
LB.IFT.
OF TORQUE, AND
with\the
TO THIS TORQUE, DO NOT
ANY
home
the vehicle. The ground
other
flat
to
spread the load and stabilize
PROPERTY
TIRE
TIRE
FLAT,
TIRE
THE
CIRCUMSTANCES ATTEMPT TO
FLAT
TIRE.
with
all
of
your travel, gear
is
capable
not
support
area
of
lifting
of
the
or
road surface
the
weight
of
the
the
weight
total gross
jack. A strong board
surface may be necessary under
AVOID'
PERSONAL'
DAMAGE.lF A BLOWOUT
DAMAGE OCCURS, TRY TO OSTAIN
SERVICE
IN
OR
IS
HELP.
HELP,
IF YOU
TAKE OFF THE TIRE
THE CHASSIS OPERATOR'S
REINFLATE
SERIOUSLY
A TIRE THAT HAS
LOW
ON
REMOVED FROM THE WHEEL AND
TIRE
FOR
DAMAGE.
NEVER
way
to
truck
service
are
attempt
chassis, and
or
ATTEMP17,TO?·,
NOT CAPA-
with
under
of
the
the
jack.
INJURY
MUST
WITH-
SPARE
THE
AIR. HAVE
ADD
FOR
solve
several
tires,
m,?re". "
wheelt,·;
BEEN
your
on
one
weight
the
vehicle
the
OR RE-
IN-
AIR
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