Fleetwood Jamboree Rally 1988 User Manual

1988
SAFETY
The
manufacturer Association of
this Owner's Manual. Please
WARNING:
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WARNING:
OPERATION,
1.
OPEN
2.
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WARNING
UNLIKE THE
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COMFORT
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VEHICLE.
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regulators
cover,
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of
this recreational vehicle is required to furnish the following consumer information
and the American National Standards Institute. The information and
LP
GAS
RELlEVE
HOMES,
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of
SMELL
not touch electrical switches.
fire
CONTAINERS
EXCESSIVE
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WINDOW.
LABEL
THE
APPLIANCES{SI
HEATING
PORTABLE
USE
OF
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label
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gas
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volume
label
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GAS,
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open
off
the
gas
doors
and
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area
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gas
system
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sure
that
or
explosion.
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AMOUNT AS
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FUEL-BURNING
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PRESSURE
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sections titled
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the
tank
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NOT
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PLACED
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APPLIANCES
ON
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IN
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SUPPLY
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INSIDE
GAS
CONTAINERS,
the
LP
gas
in
uncontrolled
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vehicle
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valve(s)
leakage
source
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diaphragm
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OR
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FAN,
COOKING
IS
LIMITED
OF
INCLUDING
THE
RECREATIONAL
container.
gas
near
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all
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gas
supply connection.
corrected
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warnings
"Appliances"
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APPLIANCE
to
APPLIANCES
TO
PROVIDE
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AND
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LIQUIDS
FILL
CONTAINER(S}
or
explosion.
that
minimize
GAS
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IS
USED
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vent
found
CONTAINERS
ADEQUATE
VEHICLE,
OR
ASPHYXIATION.
INSIDE
A properly filled container will contain approximately 80
in
blockage
LP
GAS
APPLIANCES
as
provided by the National Fire Prevention
here may also
for other safety and operating information.
ARE
NEED
FRESH
SUPPLY
AND
THAT
COOKING
FOR
LONG
SHALL
NOT
THE
VEHICLE
TO
MORE
compartments
which
EQUIPPED
AIR
FOR
OF
FRESH
PROPER
APPLIANCES
PERIODS
BE
USED
BECAUSE A FIRE
THAN
80
have
been
could
result
be
found
WITH
SAFE
OPERATION.
AIR
VENTILATION
OF
TIME.
INSIDE
THIS
PERCENT
equipped in
excessive
in
other
SAFETY
FOR
COMBUSTION.
WHEN
NOT
BE
USED
RECREATIONAL
OR
EXPLOSION
OF
CAPACITY.
with a protective
gas
sections
DEVICES
BEFORE
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FOR
pressure
IMPORTANT
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of plywood we
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your
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our forest
PEOPLE
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FORMALDEHYDE LEVELS.
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SYSTEM
W[TH
SMALL
AND
Company
APPLIANCES
Water
Water Furnace Range Range Air
Conditioner Refrigerator Smoke Detector
MAINTENANCE
Lubrication
Wheels And Tires
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Heater
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Heater
Bypass
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Exhaust
Hood
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Tire Inspection And Rotation Inflation Pressure
.......................
Wheel And Tire Balancing Tire Replacement
Engine
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Engine Oils
Engine Fuel Systems
Fuel And Air Filters
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Air Cleaner Element Replacement
Cooling System
.........................
Maintenance And Inspection Coolant
Level
..........................
Flushing Cooling System
Engine Electrical
Jump
Starting
Transmission
Maintenance and
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Inspection
Heating And Air Conditioning
Inspection
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System
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Air Conditioner Operational Quick Checks Troubleshooting The System Electrical Circuit Diagnosis
Refrigeration Section Front Suspension And Alignment Brakes
Brake Hose Inspection
Lining Inspection Drive Belts And Specifications Exterior
Stains
Windows, Doors, Vents And Locks
Sealant Renewal
Roof Resealing
Door And Window Resealing Interior
Upholstery And Drapes
Wall And Ceiling
Floors And Carpeting
PREPARING LONG-TERM
Storage Check List
Short-term Storage (less than
Above Freezing
Long-term Storage Above Freezing Winterization And Winter Storage
Winter Storage Below Freezing
Water System Winterizing
General Vehicle Winter Storage Check List
Reactivating The Motor Home
MAINTENANCE CHART
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Panels
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MOTOR
STORAGE
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TABLE
OF
CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Planning And Preparation Loading And Weight Distribution Have
It
All Under Control Inspect And The
Owner's Information Package Chassis And Vehicle Keys And Locks Emergency And Identification Information Travel Pre-Travel
ON
THE
ROAD
Motor
Carrying Capacity Weighing
Loading Tips Trailer Hitches And Towing Towing Automobiles
Cockpit And Driver's Controls
Auxiliary Start System Driver/Passenger Seats Seat Belfs Child Restraint Front/Side Slider Windows
Driving And Parking Fuel And.
Fuel Fuel Alternative Overheating
Carbon Monoxide Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . .
Safety Tips
Engine Access
Tires
..................................
Tire Replacement Changing A Flat Tire Required
Towing
LIVING WITH
Manual Entry Steps Entry Doors, Screens, And Locks
Windows
Mini-Blinds
Emergency Exit Window
Storage
Exterior Compartments Interior Storage
Interior And Furnishings
Dinette Conversion . Sofa/Lounge Conversion . Folding Doors
Maintain. ' .....................
..........................
Check List
Check List
Home Loading
Fuel
Fill
..............................
Types
................................
YOUR
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Your
Loaded Motor Home
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Systems
And Vapor Lock Fuel
Types
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Tools
And Equipment
MOTOR
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2 2 2
2 3 4 6 7
8 8 8 8 9 9
10 10 10 10 10 11 11 11 12 12 12 12 13 13 13 14 14 14 14 15 16
17 17 17 17 17 18 18 18 18 19 19 19
20
Interior Lighting
Overhead Vents
Effects Controlling Moisture Condensation Fire Safety
PLUMBING
Fresh Water System
The Waste Water System
Water System Winterizing
ELECTRICAL
. Chassis Electrical System
12-volt Coach System
120-volt Ground Fault Interrupter
Entertainment Equipment TV Antenna TV
Generator Power Plant
LPG
LPG System Components
Using Filling LP Lighting
Of Prolonged Occupancy
.............................
Smoke Detector
SYSTEMS
The Water Pump
The Monitor
Sanitizing The Troubleshooting The Leaks
...............................
Clogged Water Filter
Excessive Water Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Water Pump Troubleshooting
Toilet
................................
Toilet Maintenance Toilet Troubleshooting Dumping The Holding Holding
Chassis Bulbs & Fuses Auxiliary Battery
Battery Inspection Battery Charging Selecting A Replacement Battery
The Power Converter
Minimizing Multipath Distoration and Improving Signal Quality
Generator Operating Safety Precautions Warm Weather Operation Cold Weather Operation Preparation
Reactivating Generator System Long
Generator Maintenance And Service
SYSTEM
Hoses And Fittings LP
Gas
Tank
SYSTEMS
AC
"Ghosts"
Term
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Gas
Safety Precautions
Gas
Regulator
LP
Gas
LP
Gas
System
LP
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Panel
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Fresh
Water System
Fresh
Water System
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Tanks
Care
And Maintenance
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and
Care
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System
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Storage
Gas
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And
FM
For
Storage
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System Tanks
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Leak
Checks
Appliances
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"Flutter
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At
Low Temperatures
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INTRODUCTION
Welcome
the
growing
sincerely
homel
Your
with
many
vacationing.
your
motor
that
you features. Your form
with, dards Standard plicable establish
requirements these
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internal quality.
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will
require care and regular deliver will
give you basic operating and maintenance instruc-
tions;
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home
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of
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tional
your
dealer as soon along Information outlines a
maintenance
safe, troublefree service from your
these motor
your
dealer
tions
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knowledge
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it
recreational living.
If
you maintenance, immediately vice
or
blems
Your comprehensive and
this ranty well
as manufacturer, under read
this
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in case
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the
recreational vehicle
family
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motor
Institute
standards is indicated
all
however, supplement
conditioning
with
instructions home
will
which
and explaining
home
years
This manual describes
home
can
obtain
motor
or
exceed,
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motor
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plumbing, for
the
entry
finely
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Owner's
Operator's
new
motor
the
information
Package and Chassis
important
for
going
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of
help
have
or
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Sales
Department
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motor
the
home
manual
rights
section
you
warranty
have a
of
motor
you
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choosing a Fleetwood
has been designed
of
carefree, pleasant traveling and
and provides an
the
best
home has been designed
the
A119.2, NFPA 501C, Canadian CSA
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built
vehicle standards. These
heating,
quality
door.
crafted
value and performance.
material
schedule
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leave
you
any
service, please
contains a section
carefully. You
and safety. Compliance
This
equipment,
furnished
Information
Manual. If,
home,
or
adjustment,
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possible. This
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safety
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dealer's
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maintenance
this
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you
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maintenance and provides
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miles
regarding operation,
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rights
and obligations, as
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outward
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Package and
taking
it
requires addi-
please return
Owner's
in
your
Operator's
follow
motor
home.
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lot. A good
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and years
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RV
outlining
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the
dealer and
warranty. Please
be
better
problem, and
motor
guide so
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and
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Study
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instructions
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housing. Use
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If,
for
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satisfaction:
Discuss any warranty-related
ly
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service If
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factory problem efforts ter
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department
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nature
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Fleetwood Consumer
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only. Because
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is possible
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warranty
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term
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assistance, please use
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respect
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numbers:
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conducted
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in
this
notice.
extend
subsidiary,
beyond
this
manual are
may
equipment,
or
design op-
motor
for
recreational
only.
permanent
for
long
to
premature
direct-
the
dealer-
to
help his
for
contact
factories
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to
solve
combined
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described
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product
manual.
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carpeting, and drapes. Damage or deterioration due
to
long
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occupancy sidered normal, and warranty, and may therefore reduce your tion. term section term
The before shipment. FOR
PERFORMING A COMPLETE PREDELIVERY INĀ­SPECTION HOME COMPONENTS PREDELIVERY MOTOR MANUFACTURER. YOU SHOULD RECEIVE A OF
THESE COMPLETED CHECKLISTS FROM YOUR
DEALER WHEN YOUR MOTOR HOME
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constitute
This manual
occupancy
before considering
occupancy.
motor
home
OF
THE CHASSIS CHECKLISTS SUPPLIED
HOME MANUFACTURER AND
may
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contains
problems. Please refer
has been
YOUR DEALER
AS
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terms
or
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warranty
a discussion
this
product
thoroughly
IS
AND
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protecĀ­of to
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RESPONSIBLE
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overlook govern driving a Motor applicable vehicle codes responsibilities
Vehicle Department can provide
INSPECT
Follow a consistent schedule maintenance safety and comfort depend on it. This manual includes a section to
these schedules will minimize failure home. The time spent inspecting and maintaining your motor recreational pleasure.
of
home will provide you
the
AND
for
outlining maintenance intervals. Adherence
any
important
motor
laws
of
motor
home. Your
that
as a motor
MAINTAIN
your
motor
system
home driver.
your state or province
state
spell
out
home owner.
of
home. Your continuing
the
or
part
with
Of
course,
or
provincial
you
with
your rights and
inspection and
possibility
of
your
motor
many
years
that
the
of
of
THE OWNER'S INFORMATION PACKAGE
AS A PART CEDURE, THE DEALER IS MOTOR HOME, NOTING STEERING THEREFORE, FLEETWOOD WILL NOT MENT AFTER THIS PREDELIVERY INSPECTION DONE.
PLANNING
Each year millions using some ning
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LOADING
Proper loading is one siderations is
built safety'S sake, This manual contains a detailed section proper loading and
HAVE
Remember, cle and requires passenger car. Later in this manual
tips on characteristics and driving techniques
OF
THE PREDELIVERY INSPECTION
TO
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PROBLEMS
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RESPONSIBLE
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type
your trip
knowledge
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get
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equipment
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manual
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AND
when
to
safely
NEVER
IT
ALL UNDER CONTROL
your
how
to
PREPARATION
of
of
recreational vehicle. Proper plan-
will
ensure a pleasurable experience.
the
most
your personal car or
of
convenience and safety. Later sec-
will
motor
WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION
traveling in an
carry
OVERLOAD
weighing
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become familiar
BEFORE DELIVERY.
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PRO-
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V.1.N.
your
motor
of
equipment and
your
motor
operate, maintain and troubleshoot those items.
and operating instructions included in the
to
sell or trade your
owner
gets all
AND
Your
motor
G30
Van chassis. Several numbers are used
the vehicle and components used on
V.1.N.
the
number
is found
home and its
Owner's
home, there are booklets and
the
this
Manual is in
package
information and understand
motor
the
material in
components
not
cover every possi-
options
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home, be sure
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
home may be
Cutaway Van
or Vehicle
on
the
Identification
on
the
left
top
built
or
of
the
completed
vehicle registration. The
of
the
instrument
documents
this
installed on or
help you safe-
If
this
package.
on
either
the
Ford
Number
and
package.
instruc-
Be
the
you
ever
the
the
E350
to
the
vehi-
is
the
vehicle
panel,
2
and
is visible information manufacturer 12-digit located on step
well. Use
through
Identification Number Location
through
when
or
Fleetwood
the
certification
your Fleetwood dealer
the
ordering parts
chassis dealer service center. The
Identification
this
number
windshield.
from
Number (F.I.N.) is
tag
located in
when
or
Service Center.
Refer
to
this
the
chassis
the
driver's
ordering parts
KEYS
Record at
Keys
Key
AND
The keys
all key numbers and keep them in a safe place
home and in
No.:
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LOCKS
to
your
the
motor
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EMERGENCY
AND
IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION
Before
It'll
Your Name Model
Serial
Date Purchased
Dealer Name Address
Insurance Policy Company
Agent
we
explain
be a handy
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how
things
reference
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for
work,
you in
take a
the
few
future.
minutes
to
fill in
the
information
on
these
two
pages.
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Range/Oven Manufacturer
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Manufacturer
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Conditioner
Manufacturer
Model
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Microwave
Manufacturer
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TRAVEL
CHECK
LIST
FOOD - BEVERAGES ____ ____
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GALLEY ____ ____ ____
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Bread
Milk Sugar Coffee Tea Salt Pepper Catsup
Mustard Eggs
Bacon Butter Cheese Lunch
Meat
Meat
Dinners Potatoes Vegetables
Fruit Cereals Cookies Beverages Soups Crackers Pancake
Dishes, Cups Silverware Tumblers
Coffee Pot Pots, Covers
Pans, Covers
Utensils, Flipper Paper Plates, Cups
Napkins Paper Towels Can Opener Bottle Opener Sponges
Dish Towels
Dish Drainer Liquid Detergent Soap Powder
Window Wax
Paper/Foil Plastic Bags Large Trash Bags
Portable BBQ
Charcoal Starter Fluid Clothesline
Clothes
Matches
Mix
Cleaner
pins
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TOILETRIES - PERSONAL
____ ____ ____ ____
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CLOTHING
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SLEEPING GEAR
____
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RELAXING - ENTERTAINMENT ____
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Water Pail Candles
Face Soap Wash Cloths Hand Towels Bath Towels Bathmat Rubber Shower Facial Tissues Bathroom Tissue Toothbrushes Toothpaste Hair Brush Combs
Chapstick Suntan Lotion Razor & Blades Nail Clippers Insect Repellent First Aid Snake Bite Sunglasses
Underwear Jackets Sweaters Various Shoes Socks Bathing Suits Hats, Caps
Rainwear
Handkerchiefs Pajamas
Pillows Pillow Cases Sheets Blankets Sleeping Bags
Playing Cards Jigsaw
Games Books, Magazines
Writing Pads, Pencils Canopy
Puzzles
or
Mat
Kit
Kit
Awning
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SPORTS ____ ____ ____
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Battery Radio Folding Chairs
Fishing Rods Tackle Box, Bait Baseball Bat, Gloves Football Frisbee Hiking Boots Backpack Hunting Pocket Knife Pocket Compass Swim Air
Pump Kite & Copy Peterson's
"Field Guide"
MISCELLANEOUS ____
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TOOLS ____
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Road Directory, Trailer Camps Camera & Film Sewing Clothes Hangers Firewood Water Can Gas Can Holding Tank Disposal Hoses(s)
Water Drain Flares Holding Tank Chemicals Fresh
Screwdriver Adjustable Wrench
Pliers Small
Hammer Hatchet Folding Shovel Lantern, Fuel, Flashlight Spare Batteries, Bulb Spare 12V Bulb Spare Voltmeter Circuit Test Light Jumper Tire
Air
Knife
Fins
String
Maps
Kit, Patches
Pail
or
Reflectors
Water
Hose
Saw
12V
Fuses
Cables Gauge
Mantles
6
Exterior
PRE.:rRAVEL
CHECK
LIST
Disconnect Check roof
Remove blocks Check Check
Check Check tires and
Check batteries
Check running Check
Check
Check windshield wipers, washers, and washer fluid
Retract step
Interior
Lower
Lock refrigerator
Turn
off
Turn
off
Turn
off
Turn
off Close Close Close
water, electrical, and drain lines top
carrier (if installed)
from
wheels wheel LPG hitch
brakes, brake fluid, brake lights cooling system
TV
cooktop roof all doors, drawers and
nut
tank
and
antenna
water water furnace range
vents
torque. (See Chassis Operator's Manual)
level and refill
hitch
ball (if installed)
adjust
lights,
door heater pump
pilot
cover
pressures
turn
if
necessary
if
necessary
signals, interior and panel lights
windows
7
ON
THE
ROAD
MOTOR
Even
chassis, there are
and carry. These Weight Rating (GAWR).
The
is
designed body, all passengers, fuel, fresh water, waste water - attached
to
or
by
the
frame,
The
front equal
and rear axle GAWRs. The total
not
The
motor on
the
are
for a fully load home empty, and compare
with the empty can ly is. Weigh get person can accurate and form scales suitable for trucks. Consult your telephone directory ference of
the usable load. exceeds that you'll
to
or
HOME
though
Rating (GVWR) and
GVWR is
to
interior
carried in
structure axles, bearings, and tires.
GAWR is
or
rear axle is
to
or
slightly
exceed
you
the
water,
make
out
axle's GAWR,
have below
the
GVWR and
home
driver's
can
GVWR rating. Do
holding
as possible. Water and gasoline are heavy and
the
of
the
influence
for
between
motor
If
the
GVWR or
to
LOADING
your
motor
limitations
limitations
the
maximum
carry.
This
includes
furnishings,
the
vehicle. GVWR
and
materials
the
maximum
designed
less
than
overall GVWR.
the
front
are
shown
step loaded vehicle. carry,
motor
without
motor certified weigh
home
the
remove
the
on
the
well. Remember, these ratings
you
have
the
tanks
and
home
passengers.
home. The
the
scale readings. Weigh
weigh
stations
the
empty
in traveling
loaded
the
GVWR and GAWR.
weight
the
weight
motor
items
home to are called Gross Vehicle
the
and rear GAWRs
this
seem heavier
home
to
is
built
on
how
much
it
Gross
load
used in
load
to
carry.
the
of
the
certification
To
find
to
empty
initial
fuel
weight
station
in
your
weight
configuration
of on any axle exceeds
bring
Axle
the
motor
everything -the
your
limits
weigh
tank(s) as close
When
belongings,
are governed
the
that
either
The
GVWR is
sum
of
the
axle loads
tag posted
out
how
your
weight
weighing
than
you
of
even one
that
uses
area. The
and
the
your
motor
is overloaded and
the
weight
can hold
chassis,
for
readings
a van
Weight
home
the
front must
your
much
motor
with
to
it
real-
weigh,
at
an
plat-
difĀ­weight is
your
home
down
Carrying Capacity
During homes, the and and convenience. liquid and cupboards available seating positions home National Highway Traffic Safety Administration figures, an
average vehicle occupant weighs 150 pounds, each gallon of
water
the
tanks
of
the
number
liquid
to
will
probably
gasoline
weighs
design and
and size
tank
capacities are maximized
If
capacity, fills all storage
to
weighs
over
development
of
storage compartments,
the
motor
maximum
be overloaded.
eight
home
volume
with
passengers,
six
pounds, and each gallon
pounds.
of
our
motor
for
value
operator fills all
compartments
and
fills
all
the
motor
According
The
operator
to
is
responsible motor
The
will
affect
can
carry passenger passenger manent main
entry camping provides reasonable cargo taking capacity trips
or
be
necessary and unload some cargo camping in order additional day use passengers.
Thoughtful
the
motor
* *
*
Weighing
The determine plete within
the
weigh through on
the
1.
2. Drive
3. Drive
4. Compare reading 2
5.
for
analyzing
home
number
maximum storage facilities provided in
improved comfort;
better
with
GAWR and GVWR limits.
scales. Generally,
Drive and take a reading. This is Weight
scale and take a reading. Vehicle
platform rear Gross
Vehicle rating is located on reading exceeds to
If vehicle, each is less tion
will
be utilized
of
passengers and
the
amount
(See Loading Tips). For convenience,
capacity
capacity
table in
more
for
activities
following
the
reduce
reading 2 is less
the
door. The smaller passenger
than
day use provides less cargo
not
to
reduce
to
consideration
home can yield
flexibility
handling
fuel mileage and reduced tire wear.
Your
Loaded
weighing
whether
cargo, fluids, passengers, and driver) is
station,
correct
the
front
(Reading
the
entire vehicle (both axles)
Weight
forward
and take a reading. This reading is
Axle
Weight
the
check
tag.
If
either
the
conditions
for
each trip. placement
of
water
for
for
day use are
driver's
one day. The larger passenger
involving overnight stays.
the
items
provide
and cargo
camping
area
amount
normally
carrying
of
the
important
in
the
characteristics
Motor
procedure
your
loaded
the
attendant
positioning
the
wheels
1).
(Reading 2).
until
only
Weight
Rating)
the
the
GVWR rating, you
total
vehicle load.
readings 1 and 3
than
the
exceeds
motor When of
sequence is as
onto
the
the
(Reading 3).
with
the
of
certification
than
the
GAWR
in
use and
shown
or
use
on
adjacent
capacity
capacity
capacity
of
water
carried
capacity
weight
benefits:
of
the
the
motor
Home
will
home
you
will
guide
the
motor
the
scale
front
Gross
This
is
the
rear axle is
GVWR (Gross
your
vehicle. This
GVWR
to
verify
on
the
the
GAWR
which
of
cargo
that
you
the
per-
to
for
trips
It
may
carried for
placed in
liberal
home;
and ride
help
you
(com-
arrive at
you
home
follows:
platform
Axle
onto
Gross
on
tag.
If
will
have
of
your
that
certifica-
for
the
the the
the
for
for
for
the
the
the the
the
the
8
axle, redistribute enough that
loads on the front and rear axles
the
required limit.
6.
Since the motor require positioning both wheels on each side down taking will
the
placement
motor
home is important, each side
home should also the center
a reading for each side. The
help you
of
with
of
the
load
of
cargo on each side
be
weighed. This
the
scale platform and
proper positioning.
to
ensure
are
within
of
of
the
will
attendant
WEIGHT TRACTED FROM THE TOTAL GER
OF
THE TRAILER MUST
OF
AND CARGO CARRYING CAPACITIES.
Loading Tips
After
you have determined safely carry and selected those items weight, make a
Load the you get proper per cabinets so they load in the motor home. either end Adjust cargo storage loads as needed Whenever possible, traveling.
won't
as
motor
equal
list
home and distribute
weight
with
heavy items. Secure and brace items
move during travel, thereby shifting the
of
the
motor
as
possible. Carry only as much water
for
travel use or
how
much
and keep
on the axles. Do
to
empty
it
for
Do
not
load heavy items near
home
or
keep the side
to
the holding tanks before
on
balance the load.
BE
SUB-
THE PASSEN-
weight
to
future reference.
the
the
you can
make up
load so
not
rear bumper.
to
side wheel
that that
load up-
Periodically re-weigh your
traveling configurations may change your loading and
weight
pattern.
WARNING: DO NOT OF
THE MOTOR HOME, OR THE
OF
ANY
AXLE.
NOTE: CARRYING CAPACITIES MOTOR HOME AFFIXED DOOR. THE LABEL INCLUDES ALL STALLED OPTIONS. SUCH AS LEVELING JACKS, AWNINGS, PODS, ETC., ARE INSTALLED AFTER THE MOTOR HOME WEIGHT TRACTED PASSENGER AND CARGO CARRYING CAPACIĀ­TIES.
TO
OF
FROM
IF
YOU TOW A TRAILER, THE TONGUE
EXCEED
ARE
THE INSIDE
LEAVES
THESE ITEMS MUST
motor
SPECIFIED
IF
OTHER EQUIPMENT
THE
THE TOTAL OF
home.
THE
RATED
RATED
OF
ON
OF
A WARDROBE
FACTORY
FACTORY,
A LABEL
BE
Different
LOAD LOAD
YOUR
IN-
ROOF
THE
SUB-
THE
WARNING: DO NOT INSTALL WEIGHT CARRYING RACK REAR COMPONENT TO HANDLING CHARACTERISTICS
WARNING: EXCEEDING THE GAWR OF YOUR MOTOR UNDESIRABLE HANDLING CHARACTERISTICS AND MODIFICATION TION MANUFACTURER EQUIPMENT MENDED, MAY AND MAY VOID
Make a loading diagram
motor items process. Store emergency items in a readily accessible
location. Include tools, first-aid kit, rain highway warning devices, and
light.
WARNING: DO NOT
CONTAINERS, GASOLINE,
MABLE LIQUIDS INSIDE YOUR MOTOR HOME.
Trailer Hitches
If you expect please use these guidelines and trailer:
ā€¢
ā€¢
BUMPER
THE MOTOR HOME BODY AND UNSTABLE
MAY
OF
home.
are
stored, and
Hitch classification: Class Limit the vertical hitch load (tongue
the trailer) Heavier vertical hitch loads can cause damage to
your motor home rear frame and body, cause unstable driving and handling characteristics, and may restrict your rights under the OwnerĀ­care warranty.
OR
ANY
OF
THE MOTOR HOME. DAMAGE
HOME
CREATE A SAFETY HAZARD.
OF
YOUR VEHICLE
RACKS NOT SPECIFIED
TO
CARRY
OR
VEHICLES IS NOT RECOM-
CREATE
It
will
And
to
pull a trailer
to
YOUR
help you locate where specific
WARRANTY.
of
will
STORE
Towing
a maximum
ANY
TYPE
OR
FRAME
CHASSIS
A SAFETY HAZARD,
your properly loaded
help speed
an
OR OR
with
when
OR
MAY
OR
CAN
BY
ADDITIONAL
the
gear,
electric cord
CARRY
OTHER FLAM-
your motor home,
choosing a hitch
II
of
250
OF
TO
THE
BODY
RESULT.
GVWR
CAUSE
ADDI-
BY
THE
loading
flashlight,
with
LP
GAS
weight
pounds.
of
9
Do
not
tow
*
pounds,
chassis
Heavier trailers can cause damage
home driving your rights
a trailer
or
more
than
manufacturer,
structure
or
or
drive
handling characteristics,
under
the
weighing
Ownercare warranty.
more
than
recommended
whichever
to
the
train, cause unstable
or
3500
by
the
is less.
motor
restrict
Consult
*
the the weight driver, all passengers and all cargo, and the
loaded trailer. Information
*
engines, axles ratios, and Gross Combined Weight is available chassis manufacturer's your
Alternate
*
special chassis tions. Exceeding damage chassis,
characteristics, and
Weigh your
*
passengers, cargo, and attached. Do Rating (GAWR) the either Gross Combined
motorhome.
exceeded, until ratings.
Towing
If
you home, pounds. The Gross Combined Weight
the GCWR.
the
CAUTION: Towing dollies) vehicle in weights and
must
COCKPIT
(Consult
Operator's
Auxiliary
The
Auxiliary iliary battery (see Electrical System) home engine
ed.
To
use
your
chassis
Gross Combined
motor
home chassis. The GCWR is the total
of
the
fully
on
Ratings applicable
through
manufacturer.
"Towing
vehicle.
gear ratios
towing
manufacturer
to
your
unstable
motor
not
of
Gross Vehicle
the
motor
If
weight
scale
weights
Automobiles
plan
to
tow
an
tongue
that
tow
in
excess not
AND
Chevrolet
Manual
Start
if
the
weight
devices
raise
the
off
of
be used.
DRIVER'S CONTROLS
or
Ford Chassis
for
System
Start
System
the
main vehicle
Auxiliary
manufacturer
Weight
loaded
specific
to
your
dealer Ask Guide"
may
needs.
the
motor
home
exceed
any
Weight
home
Weight
any
must
automobile
front
the
the
detailsl
Start
Contact
dealer
chassis GCWR may cause
home
driving
may
void
fully the
fully
the
Gross Axle Weight
axle, and do
Rating (GVWR)
or
the
Rating (GCWR)
of
these
be
eliminated or shifted
are equal
must
(other
or
rear wheels ground 250
pounds
permits
battery
System:
dealer
Rating (GCWR)
motor
combinations
loaded
home
towing
for
be available
for
with
not
must
than
create
to
situations
or
from
the
chassis
that
applies
your local
recommenda-
drive train
and
handling
your
warranty.
with
loaded trailer
not
exceed
trailer,
ratings
to
or
less than
your
exceed
not
exceed
wheeled
of
tongue
maximum,
using
the
start the
is discharg-
driver,
or
of
motor
the
motor
for
of
with
fully
of
the
to
for
or
of the the are
250
aux-
Auxiliary Start
1.
2. Press and hold
3.
4. Release
The
Auxiliary vehicle engine. the
batteries
trical
System).
Switch
Be
sure
the
(PARK) and apply on
the
instrument
Start
engine
Auxiliary
Start
except
If
to
aid in
the
vehicle alternator is
will
be
recharged while
vehicle
the
with
System has
starting
Driver/Passenger Seats
The
driver's
tion/comfort
CAUTION: Do the
vehicle is in
and passenger's seats
adjustments:
not
adjust
motion.
* Forward/Back - The
located Pull
the
to
unlock. Release
seat
position.
Swivel
*
the
front
Lift
the locks unlocked, the
Recline
*
right Push
continuously angle.
Seat
Seat belts are an
vehicle. For
in
center
side
the
Belts
your
under
lever toward
- The swivel
lever forward and up
- The recliner lever is
the
front
the
the
right
of
the
the
center,
the
seat
will
position.
bottom
lever
protection, always use
of
down
variable. Release lever
important
is
stopped,
the
parking
Auxiliary
panel.
ignition
Start
operating
the
seat
forward/back
left
left
outside
lock
lever
lock
lever is located under
seat.
to
forward
swivel
the
seat.
to
recline.
safety
shift
Start
switch.
switch.
no
effect
the
motor
driving
offer
position
of
the
of
to
secure
swivel. The seat position.
freely
located
The
feature
to
"P"
brake.
switch
on
the
home
properly,
(see Elec-
four
posi-
while
lever is
seat.
the
seat
the
When
around
on
the
angle is
at
desired
of
your
your
seat
to
10
belts. The driver's seat and all to
carry passengers
with
equipped
WARNING: All and use seat belts Seats should motion WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN possible
which
seat belts.
are
not
be occupied
and
will
to
belt
while
riders should be furnished
while
not
be labeled:
in persons using beds.
under
the
equipped
while
other
seats designed
way
have been
with
vehicle is in motion.
with
safety
the
vehicle is in
"NOT
MOTION."
FOR
It
belts
USE
is
not
If
the
child restraint is still
ferent seating position in
your dealer and help.
the
child restraint
Side Slider Windows
Turn
lock, slide
close.
window
not
secure, use a
the
vehicle and/or
and/
or screen
contact
manufacturer
to
open and
dif-
for
Adjust
ā€¢
ā€¢
ā€¢
seat belts as
Pivot buckle
to
the
desired length.
To
fasten belt, be sure push the tongue end of
the
mating
the
belt snugly
fort
will
allow,
To
release center of
the
one person
the
of
the
buckle. Never use a belt
follows:
at
right
belt.
as
low
for
belt, depress
buckle and slide
at
a time.
angles
of
Be
greatest safety.
to
the
belt and pull
it
is
not
twisted,
one belt into the buckle
sure
it
latches. Adjust
on
the abdomen
the
button
the
tongue
for
more
as
then
com-
in
the
out
than
Child Restraint
All vehicle occupants, and especially children,
should be restrained whenever riding in vehicles.
your
Holding a child in a child restraint system. in
a person's arms can be unrestrained rider. An unrestrained child be injured by striking from
the
vehicle during a sudden maneuver or pact. A child restraint system can help protect a child while designed belts could be endangered in a crash
should be restrained
However, protection
read and
that
has adjustment
riding in a vehicle. Child restraint systems
to
be secured in
or
the
lap portion
are
not
properly secured in
Children
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When
no
small enough
the
following
if
a child restraint is
Infants a padded baby carrier. Put vehicle seat and securely restrain vehicle's seat belts.
Children be restrained Never
come
retractor, pull
who
who
let
a child stand
using any child restraint system, be sure to follow
securing a child restraint
all instructions on installation and use
with
the
mechanism.
arms is
In an accident, a child held
the
interior,
of
a lap-shoulder belt. Children
for
that
may provide some degree
cannot
can
sit
with
system.
the
excess webbing through the
not a substitute
struck
the
sit
up
the
or crushed by any
could also
or
by being
vehicle seats by lap
if
their child restraints
the
vehicle.
a child restraint system
way
if
at
not
used.
up should be placed in
it
crosswise on
by
themselves should
seat
belts provided.
or
kneel on any seat.
with
a lap belt
thrown
all possible.
it
with
for
imĀ­are
of
the the
that
Slider
Windows
Note: They window case, bably
DRIVING
Once you become accustomed controls and seat, you will find driving the to position when of
the
to
change lanes. Learn
the
Drive ing ing speed and
Remember a car, making Also, because more easily affected by cross distances for passing and stopping, and drive moderate
wind
Driving on ficult vehicle speeds and Downshift
Screens are
may
be pushed
must
be used for emergency exit. In this
the
screens
have
to
be replaced.
AND
driving your
of
the
maneuvering
vehicle.
road behind. Check
with
all speed and
of
weather
speed, particularly in
conditions.
if
done
always operate in
PARKING
the
reference points
family
motor
to
Always
consideration on
safety
your
motor
conditions. that
your
it
less maneuverable and harder
of
its greater side surface area,
winding
with
reasonable care. Observe proper
when
on hills
not
removable
out
of
will
be destroyed and
motor
car. Become familiar
home in traffic, and be cautious
allow
for
allow extra room
to
use the side mirrors
them
regulations. The best cruis-
home will
motor
or mountain roads is
ascending or descending hills the
to
avoid overheating
home is heavier
proper transmission range.
for
cleaning.
their
frames
will
to
the
feel
from
the
home comparable
with
the
length
often.
the
highway, observ-
winds. traffic
to
vary
Allow
and in
and
corner and
with
or
if
pro-
driver's
to
to
not
the
of
the
the
width
view
road
than
stop.
it
is
extra
at
gusty
dif-
undue
a
11
engine loads.
Engine braking
and relieve some
conditions,
Road
ing
factors
tain
driving demands on drivetrain transmission. Under extreme heat conditions you may
to
need
engine and
avoid areas having
low-hanging tree branches whenever you drive pulling clearances
particularly vents open a
antenna.
for tions
automobile. When parking on
wheels aid to
parking.
FUEL
Information Package the home engine fuel supply,
structions type.
turn
Allow
roof
air conditioner,
When
poles
of
into
the
parking brake.
PARK
AND
See
the
generator fuel
Downshift
power
of
are
sometimes
or
desert
off
the
transmission
for
the
extra
low
in
for
service.
of
overpasses and bridges. This
important
or
if
the
parking parallel
or
obstructions
the
motor
the
curb
("P"I
and
FUEL
Chassis Operator's Manual in
supply
for
the
generator before deciding on a fuel
when
will
help control vehicle speed,
the
strain on
terrain, weather, and
temperatures can
components-especially
vehicle air conditioner
cooling.
height
overhead clearance. Check
or
park. Avoid
Always
if
you
motor
roof
to
as
home
in
the
Always
set
descending grades.
unpredictable, and
of
your
or
other
drive
with
home is equipped
rack,
a curb, be sure
the
front
swing
an
incline,
direction
shift
the
parking brake
SYSTEMS
for
fuel recommendations. Since
is
the
same
consult
the
brakes.
other
put
to
motor
check
the
the
home
obstructions
low
roofs
the
CB
or
and rear por-
wider
turn
of
the
transmission
the
as
the
operating in-
driv-
moun-
extreme
the
improve
and
for
when
overhead
may
be
overhead
with
TV/radio
to
allow
than
an
the
front
roll
to
when
Owner's
motor
Fuel Fill
The fuel coach. pressure
or
use den release gasoline cap can spray gasoline ing, causing a possible hazard.
WARNING: WHEN REMOVING THE GASOLINE
CAP, TO ANY THE REMOVAL
To
protect pressure pressure, replace design available dealer.
filler
cap is located on
Modern
within
hot
ROTATE
ALLOW
"HISSING"
or
fuel
systems
the
tank
as
the
weather. Under certain conditions, sud-
of
this
pressure
IT SLOWLY ONLY
PRESSURE
SOUNDS
OF
the
gasoline system
vacuum,
lost
from
THE
or
caps
your
TO
CAP.
from
with
Fleetwood
the
may
build up vapor
gasoline warms during
when
RELEASE. AFTER
STOP,
removing
from
the
FAR
COMPLETE
from
sudden release
caps
of
motor
side
of
fill
open-
ENOUGH
excessive the
same
home
the
the
of
Clean up fuel spills immediately. Raw fuel spilled
on
the
motor
and is a serious fire hazard.
Fuel Types
Today's automotive fuel and emissions systems are
sophisticated and
state
and sometimes ticularly tions. Fuel refiners change to
compensate winter changes the that
the
it
does temperatures help Since colder temperatures reduce to
vaporize and burn in
the
raise start
easier and run
Under the best
station
gas location and seasonal conditions. Sometimes fuel blended months.
What
of
"vapor
tion
is a tendant excessive fuel vaporization caused by pressure fuel system are properly should the
fuel check blend before your fuel from chances your storing large quantities tank. When you take the vehicle spring or summer, this fuel may cause vapor lock until it
your widely tank. This in fuel filter water
with
motor
is used up.
Another
motor
the
tank
in
Alternative
Gasohol, a methanol and gasoline may be used in home engine DO NOT UNDER BLENDS CONTAINING MORE THAN OR
10% ETHANOL, AND
CONTAIN BOTH METHANOL
home could damage
And
Vapor
highly
emissions standards.
sensitive
blends
or
fuel vaporizes easier during
this combination
higher temperatures under
of
not
itself
of
varying humidity, consider topping
that
are optimized
for
summer
"vapor
during
volatility
customers
all means is
lock"
the
experience vapor lock.
the gas
vapor
home during
note on long storage -
home
will
that blockage, the
pressure"
the
the
of
smoother
of
conditions, the refiners
for
winter
during
fuel you are using.
could be
station
filling
your
nationally recognized fuel dealers,
lock
for
reduce
could cause rough engine operation,
or
fuel.
Lock
engineered
to
fuel
the
temperature variations during
months.
summer
fuel vaporize in
your
the
fuel. This helps
with
is supplied
that
summer
of
new
tuned
the
fuel tank.
can be reduced.
the
of
winter
a long period
the
buildup
other problems associated
the
exterior finish,
to
meet
They
types
the
engine design
cause.
attendant
and blends, par-
for
climatic
additives in This
compensation
of
the fuel. This means
the
when
the
engine, additives help during
winter
winter
correct
during
there is a
driving. This condi-
the
If
your
and maintained, you
If
vapor Iqck occurs,
If
at
as
If
you purchase
months,
blended fuel in
out
of
storage in
if
you
in
conditions
of
condensation
Fuel Types
mixture
without
of
ethanol (grain alcohol),
voiding the warranty. However,
ANY
CIRCUMSTANCES USE FUEL
5%
DO
NOT
USE
BLENDS THAT
AND
ETHANOL.
Federal
are also
condi-
the
fuel
winter
higher
the
fuel's
supply
fuel
hood), and
engine and
all possible,
If
plan
off
your
METHANOL
than
air
engine.
ability
the
engine
months.
their
for
their
though,
summer
possibility
(with
at-
the
vapor
to
the
fuel
your
you store
avoid
the the
to
store
the
fuel
with
motor
Any
of
or
12
fuel
blend you use
tain
cosolvents and system position use, use system
and
tion
effects If
to
more, add a fuel additive counteract advise you on
ing
components.
of
the
ask
your
of
any alcohol/gasoline blend
problems occur.
Chemical reactions
the
materials in
of
the
fuel lines
are especially noticeable
you plan
store
If
gasohol is spilled on a painted surface, some dUll-
or
to
your
these
softening
containing
other
If
alcohol/gasoline blend you intend
service
use alcohol blended fuel, and
motor
the
station
between
the
fuel lines can cause deteriora-
during
home
oxidation
proper additives and
of
the
alcohol
additives
you are
operator. Discontinue
storage periods. These
for
periods
that
effects.
paint
may result.
must
to
protect
not
sure
if
driveability
the
fuel
components
with
gasohol blends.
of
is formulated
Your dealer can
of
60
their
also the
con-
the
fuel
com-
or
fuel
expect
days
use.
to
or to
Overheating
Operate and service the engine and cooling systems
in
your
vehicle as recommended in
Operator's
Manual. .
the
Chassis
CARBON MONOXIDE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Carbon monoxide is a colorless, tasteless, odorless
It
is a
gas.
The engines
(if
installed) produce
CARBON MONOXIDE IS DEADLY. Please read
ning.
and understand yourself and others
ide
pOisoning.
WARNING: EXHAUST NOT BLOCK
VEHICLE IN A PLACE WHERE THE EXHAUST
GASES HAVE ULATING EITHER OUTSIDE, UNDERNEATH,
INSIDE YOUR VEHICLE
VEHICLES. OUTSIDE AIR MOVEMENTS CAN CARRY
THROUGH WINDOWS
REMOTE FROM OPERATE
DISPERSION ASSURED, TIONS TINUES
Beware
ing
symptoms:
If
symptoms
by-product in
your
the
THE TAILPIPES
ANY
EXHAUST GASES INSIDE THE VEHICLE
THE ENGINE(S) ONLY WHEN SAFE
OF
AND
TO
BE
TO
BE
of
exhaust
Dizziness Intense Headache Weakness and Vomiting Muscular Throbbing
Twitching
in Temples
indicate
of
combustion
motor
home and generator system
it
constantly
following
from
POSSIBILITY
THE
EXHAUST GASES CAN
MONITOR OUTSIDE CONDIĀ­SURE THAT EXHAUST CONĀ­DISPERSED
gas (carbon monoxide) poison-
Sleepiness
precautions
the
effects
GASES ARE DEADLY. DO
OR
OR
OR
OTHER OPENINGS
EXHAUST
SAFELY.
the
possibility
in engine(s).
while
they
to
of
carbon monox-
SITUATE THE
OF
ACCUM-
ANY
NEARBY
OUTLET.
of
are run-
protect
OR
BE
carbon
monoxide poisoning, turn ly,
get
out
into
fresh air at once, and
assistance.
WARNING:
STANCES OPERATE SLEEPING.
You
would
tions
to
the
interior, and you
odors
systems with
maintenance, and repair any leaks, damage, or
obstructions
without
or
During
a damaged exhaust system.
Check
not
Do
DO NOT UNDER
not
be able
assure
symptoms
for
first
that
stops
while
road damage. Do
the
exhaust
before
modify
the
consulting
off
the engine(s) immediate-
summon
ANY
ANY
to
engine exhaust does
would
of
carbon
traveling,
system(s)
further
exhaust system
the
ENGINE
monitor
not
monoxide
not
operations.
RV
outside
be
alert
inspect
operate an engine
during
(s)
manufacturer.
medical
CIRCUM-
WHILE
condi-
not
enter
to
exhaust
poisoning.
the
exhaust
routine
in any
way
SAFETY TIPS
Read and understand
Manual.
When backing the motor home, have a person stand
to
the
rear on
Before departing on a Remember, some tunnels LP
gas systems.
at
Drive in
gusty Allow While traveling, make sure all
seat
While traveling, make sure all doors are closed and
cabinets, drawers, and loose
Instruct
and hold fire drills periodically.
Maintain proper charge in Gas
dealers, and may
Keep a Keep a Check
should receive special attention, go
side dual could lead tremely tire pressures trip, and
extra distance
belts.
detectors
tires often
flat
and
difficult
when
the
driver's side
moderate speeds, particularly in
wind
conditions.
your
family on
are available
be
considered
well
stocked first-aid
tool
box handy.
while
not
be noticed. Running a
to
extinguish. Make
with
an
re-fueling give each
the
Chassis
to
trip,
check
prohibit
for
what
traveling. Inside rear duals
to
a tire fire
accurate tire gauge before each
motor
passing and stopping.
occupants
objects
to
do
the
fire extinguisher.
from
as
safety
kit
as
that
it
Operator's
guide you.
your
routes.
homes
traffic
use
are secure.
in case
RV
equipment
accessories.
handy.,
these
tire
tires may
flat
on an in-
would
a habit
a sharp rap
to
with
and
their
of
fire,
be ex-
check
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