Fleetwood Southwind eagle 1 1984 User Manual

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1984

SAFETY REGULATIONS REGARDING LP GAS SYSTEMS

AND LP GAS APPLIANCES

The manufacturer of this recreational vehicle is required to furnish the following
consumer information as provided by the National Fire Prevention Association and

the American National Standards Institute. The Information and warnings found

here may also be found in other sections

sections titled

and operating information.
LP GAS CONTAINERS SHALL NOT BE PLACED OR STORED INSIDE THE

VEHICLE. LP GAS CONTAINERS ARE EQUIPPED WITH SAFETY DEVICES
WHICH
ATMOSPHERE.

IT IS NOT SAFE TO USE COOKING APPLIANCES FOR COMFORT HEATING.

COOKING APPLIANCES
OPERATION:

1. OPEN OVERHEAD VENT
OPEN WINDOW.

2.

THIS WARNING
REMIND YOU TO PROVIDE
COMBUSTION. UNLIKE HOMES,
LIMITED

VENTILATION WHEN USING THE COOKING APPLIANCES(S)

DANGERS OF ASPHYXIATION. IT IS ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT THAT COOKING
APPLIANCES NOT
ASPHYXIATION IS GREATER WHEN THE APPLIANCE IS USED FOR LONG
PERIODS

PORTABLE FUEL-BURNING EQUIPMENT, INCLUDING WOOD
GRILLS AND STOVES, SHALL NOT BE USED INSIDE THIS RECREATIONAL
VEHICLE.

VEHICLE

DO NOT BRING OR STORE LP GAS CONTAINERS, GASOLINE,

FLAMMABLE

MAY RESULT.

A warning label has been located near the

reads:
CAPACTIY.

Overfilling the

can cause fire
approximately

The following label has been placed

IF YOU SMELL GAS:

1.

Extinguish any open flames. pilot lights and all smoking materials.

2.

Do

3.

Shut

4.

Open doors and other ventilating openings.

5.

Leave the area until odor clears.

6.

Have the gas system checked and leakage source corrected before using
again.

LP

gas regulators must always
downward. Regulators that are not
with a protective cover. Make sure that regulator vent faces downward and
the cover
excessive gas pressure causing fire

~Liquid

Petroleum Gas Systemn and "Appliances" for other safety

RELIEVE EXCESSIVE PRESSURE

NEED FRESH AIR FOR SAFE OPERATION. BEFORE

OR

LABEL

HAS BEEN LOCATED IN THE COOKING

AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF FRESH AIR FOR

DUE TO THE SIZE OF THE RECREATIONAL VEHICLE, AND PROPER

BE USED FOR COMFORT HEATING AS THE DANGER

OF

TIME.

THE USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT INSIDE THE RECREATIONAL

MAY

CAUSE FIRES OR ASPHYXIATION.

LIQUIDS INSIDE THE VEHICLE BECAUSE A FIRE OR EXPLOSION

DO

NOT FILL CONTAINER(S) TO MORE THAN 80 PERCENT

LP

gas container can result

or

explosion. A properly filled container

80

percent

not

touch electrical switches.

011

the gas supply at the tank valve(s)

Is kept

In

place

of

Its volume as liquid

to

minimize vent blockage which

of

this Owner's Manual. Please see

WARNING:

BY

DISCHARGING

WARNING:

TURN

ON

EXHAUST FAN, AND

THE AMOUNT OF OXYGEN SUPPLY IS

WARNING:

WARNING:

LP

gas container. This label

In

uncontrolled gas

LP

In

the vehicle near the range area:

or

gas supply connection.

be

Installed with the diaphragm vent facing

In

compartments have been equipped

or

explosion.

gas.

will

GAS

AREA

WILL

AND

OR

flow

contain

could

TO THE

AVOID

CHARCOAL

OTHER

OF

which

result

TO

OF

In

INTRODUCTION

Welcome to the recreational vehicle lifestyle and the growing
family of motor home owners.
choosing our product.

Your motor home has been designed to provide you with

many years of carefree, pleasant traveling and vacationing.
This manual describes many features of your motor home
and provides a guide to operating prodedures so that you
can obtain optimum performance from those features. Like all
finely crafted equipment, your motor home will require care
and regular maintenance
performance characteristics. This manual, along with the
information provided
Chassis Operator's Manual provided
outlines important areas of maintenance and provides a
maintenance schedule that you should follow to ensure safe,
trouble-free service from your motor home. Study these
instructions carefully. A good working knowledge of your
motor home and how to care for it will help you enjoy many
miles of recreational pleasure.

Your motor home has been designed to conform with, or exceed

the American National Standards Institute A 119.2, NFPA

Canadian CSA Standard Z-240 (Canadian-buill or units built for

Canada), and lor applicable motor home standards. These

standards establish plumbing, heating, electrical, and other

requirements for quality and safety. Compliance with these

standards is indicated

door. This seal is the outward sign of internal quality.

The motor home has been thoroughly inspected before

shipment. It is the duty of your dealer to inspect the motor home

and to prepare it for you during the predelivery phase of the sale.

He

will instruct you in its basic use; however, this should be
supplemented by your reading
with the motor home.
home, you feel it requires additional conditioning
please return it to your dealer

II you have any questions regarding operation, maintenance, or
service, please contact your dealer immediately so he can assist
you. Customer service is of utmost importance to your dealer as
well as to the manufacturer. Your dealer's service or sales
department will promptly handle any problem which might occur.
II,

for some reason, a problem is not handled to your satisfaction:

1.

Discuss any warranty-related problems directly with the
General Manager or the Owner of the dealership, giving
him

an

opportunity to help his service department resolve

the matter for you.

2.

Should a problem arise that cannot
satisfaction by your local dealer, contact the factory
service manager. The factories are listed in this manual.
Please contact the plant nearest you.

in

by

II,

We

sincerely thank you for

in

order to retain its maximum

your Owner's Information Kit and the

by

the chassis manufacturer,

501

C,

the seal attached just outside the entry

all

instructional material furnished

after taking delivery of your new motor

or

adjustment,

as

soon

as

possible.

be

resolved to your

"WARNING" means that there is the pos-

sibility of personal injury to
yourself and others.

"CAUTION" means that there is the pos-

sibility of damage to the
vehicle.

"NOTE" indicates points

interest for more efficient and
convenient operation.

Please pay close attention to these
ments while you read this manual.

NOTE

This product is designed for recreational use
and short term occupancy only.
signed or intended to be used

housing. Use of this product for long term
permanent occupancy may lead to premature
deterioration of interior finishes, fabrics,
peting, and drapes. Damage
due to long term occupancy may not be
sidered normal, and may, under the warranty
terms, constitute misuse, abuse,
and may therefore reduce your warranty
tection. This manual contains a discussion
long term occupancy problems. Please refer
to that section before considering this product
for long term occupancy.

of

particular

It is not de-

as

permanent

or

deterioration

or

neglect,

state-

or

car-

con-

pro-

of

Thank you for choosing our product. Your dealer and we, the
manufacturer will continually strive to merit your confidence.

NOTE: Some equipment and features described or shown in this
manual may be optional

NOTICE

Your selling dealer is responsible for performing a
complete predelivery inspection
motor home components as specified
checklists supplied by
manufacturer. You should receive a copy of these

Icompleted checklists from your dealer when your motor

home is delivered to you.

Fleetwjloll and the chassis

of

the chassis and all

in

the predelivery

3.

If these efforts have not satisfactorily solved your problem,
please send a letter describing the circumstances to:
Fleetwood Enterprises,
California, 92523. Please include the brand name and

serial number of your motor home.

4.

If you wish to call for assistance, please use these toll
free telephone numbers:

From California:
From outside California: [phone]

A Few Words

To all of us who drive cars
and cool homes and businesses, very little
needs to be said about energy. Discussions
the topic often lead to the question, 'What can
be done to save our natural energy
There is no single simple answer.

energy-efficiency is a problem. Fleetwood
thinks of energy conservation
to research new ideas, while giving you the

in

best
technology has given us lightweight, but strong

and attractive materials.
Sophisticated manufacturing techniques offer

the best in time and energy management to
bring you a motor home that has saved energy
even before you drive it away.
efficient engineering." But we want you to be
involved, too. And to help you, we've included

energy-saving tips throughout this Owner's

Manual. Whenever you see this symbol take a
second to read the few words beside
these and other ideas to save energy. And then
put the ideas to work. We're sure you'll feel a
lot better about your next outing.

Fleetwood is thinking about energy.
And we're helping.

recreational living. Space-age

Inc., P.O. Box 7300, Riverside,

[phone]

at

extra cost.

On Energy

or

...

trucks, or heat

To

as

an

It's "energy-

resources?"

some,

opportunity

it.

Try

of

..
..

FRONT END ALIGNMENT

As

a part of the predelivery inspection procedure, the
dealer is to road test the motor home, noting and
correcting any steering performance problems before
delivery to the retail customer.

Therefore, Fleetwood and its subsidiaries will not be
responsible for front end alignment after this required
predelivery inspection is made.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PLANNING
VEHICLE LOADING
READY

Starting
Safety

ON

THE
Driving
Miscellaneous
Carbon Monoxide
Overheating
Windshield Defrost
12-Volt
Tires

Changing a Flat Tire . . . . . .

Required Tools
Changing a Front Wheel . .

Changing a Rear Wheel . . . .

Auxiliary Start System (Optional) .
Towing
Lifting

SERVICING

Motor Home Chassis

Engine Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Battery
Generator
Automotive Air Conditioner (Optional)

INTERIOR

Pull-out (Lounge) Beds
Spring-Balanced Bunk Beds

Pedestal Seats. . . . . . .

Swing-down Dinette Table
Storage
Free-standing Furniture . .

Storm Windows . . . . . .

Effects of Prolonged Occupancy .
Recognizing Condensation Symptons
Controlling Moisture Condensation . .

Smoke Detector . . . . . . . . . . . .

LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GAS SYSTEM

Using
Filling the
LP
LP

PLUMBING

Fresh Water . . . . . . . .

External Water
Filling Fresh Water Supply
Troubleshooting Water System

Sanitizing Water

Waste-water System. . . . . .

Waste-water Draining . . . . .

Do's
Winterizing the Water

Winter Storage Checklist . . . . .

AND

PREPARATION

AND

WEIGHING CAPACITY

TO

LEAVE

and

Belts . . . .

ROAD
and

Fuse

..............

.....

Procedure. . . . . . . . .

............

Service

Power Plant System Service .

AND

........

LP

Gas System at

LP

Gas

System Leak Checks

Gas Safety Precautions.

.......

and

Don'ts - Waste Tanks

...

Warm-up.

.....

Parking . .

Safety Tips

Safety Precautions

.............

- Comfort Control .

Replacement

and

Equipment

.

Operato(s Manual

.............

FURNISHINGS

.

Gas

Tanks.

.

Supply

Tank.

System

...

Low

..

.........

.

.

..

.

Temperatures.

. .

.

1

4

5

5
5

6
6
6

7

8
8

8

8

8

9

9

10
10

11

11

12
12
12

.

12
12
12

13
13
13

13
13
13

14
14
14
14

15

16

17
17
17
18
18

20
20
20

·

20

·

21

·

21
21

22

22

23
23

ELECTRICAL . . . . . . . . . . .

115-Volt
Ground Fault Interrupter
12-Volt
115-Volt
Fuses

System Power Cord

System

AC

to

.......

12-Volt

..................

..

DC

Converter.

.
.

Auxiliary Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . .

Auxiliary Generator Power Plant (Optional)
Generator Power Plant

ACCESSORIES

................

TV Antenna (Optional)
AM/FM

Stereo RadiolTape Player (Optional)

APPLIANCES. . . . . . . . . .

LP

Gas

Appliances . . . . . . .

Safety Precautions

..........

..

Roof Air Conditioner (Optional) .

AND

CARE

MAINTENANCE

Interior Cleaning . . . .

Windows

.......

.
Locksets and Latches .
Plumbing

...
Fire Safety . .
Exterior Care .
Repairs

INFORMATION

....

FOR

DIESEL OWNERS.
Diesel Fuel Requirements

Starting the Diesel Engine . . . . . . .

Auxiliary Starting. . . . . . . . . . . . .

Engine Oil and Filter Recommendations
Auxiliary Generator Power Plant

Safety Precautions .

25
25
25
25
25

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26
26

27
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29

29

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31

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· 34

· 35

· 36

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.38

FULL

ONE-YEAR/15,OOO

MILE

....

COVERAGE PROVIDED

OWNER'S OBLIGATIONS

DEALER'S OBLIGATIONS

WHEN THE DEALER

MANUFACTURING PLANT OBLIGATIONS

WHEN THE

WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY

THIS WARRANTY GIVES
DEALERS

MENTS CONCERNING THIS
SHOULD NOT BE RELIED UPON.

--

FOR MOTOR HOMES MANUFACTURED

Your new motor home, including the structure, plumbing, haating

manufacturer, Is warranted under normal use to

This warranty extends to the first retail purchaser and his trans"'aree(s) and begins

home is first placed into service

of

one year from such dale or until the unit has received 15,000 total miles
(whichever occurs Ilrst). Written notice
the expiration
to

the dealer

The owner is responsible for normal maintenance

the

interior or exterior
90 days of warranty coverage. Thereafter, such adjustments ars the respoosibifrty
a direct result of repair

II a problem occurs which the owner befieves is covered
dealer,
location for warranty service.

By

agreement with the manufacturer,

inspection and

If

the
MANUFACTURING PLANT at the address listed below
made to resolve it.

Upon
replace any parts necessary

the

If
the

owner should call the toll-free nimber listed below

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:

of

the

applk:ab!e warranty. Werranty repairs, If requIred,

or

manufacturIng plant location.

doOrs,
or

gMog him sufficient Information

to

repair

or

DOES NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM

dealer is unable or unwilling to resolve a problem which the owner is convinced is covered by this warranty,

receipt

01

notice

01

MANUFACTURING PLANT DOES NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM

representatives of the manufacturing plant are

1.

THE CHASSIS (INCLUDING

TERIES, WHICH

NENTS.

2.

DAMAGE CAUSED
A.

ACCIDENTS, MISUSE,

B.

FAILURE TO COMPLY

C.

ALTERATION

D.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS (SALT, HAIL, CHEMICALS IN

3.

NORMAL DETERIORATION

4,

NORMAL MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE ITEMS, SUCH AS LIGHT BULBS, FUSES, WIPER BLADES, LUBRICANTS,

5.

MOTOR HOMES ON WHICH

6.

EXTRA EXPENSES SUCH AS TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM DEALER
OF

TIME, LOSS
FARES, VEHICLE
TAL

OR

CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (OTHER THAN INJURY TO THE PERSON).

SOME STATES DO NOT
ABOVE LIMITATION

OR

YOU

ANY OTHER PERSONS ARE NOT AUTHORIZED

WARRANTY

BY

SOLD

IN

CHASSIS WARRANTED SEPARATELY BY ITS MANUFACTURER

as

LP

regulator pressure, cabinet latches, TV antenna control, stc.) will

replacement of a defective part under this warranty.

replace any parts necessary

a daim, where the dealer was unable

to

correct defects in material or workmanship, or will take other appropriate acllon as

ARE COVERED

BY

OR

RELATED TO:

OR

MODIFICATION

OF

PAY, LOSS

RENTAL, INCIDENTAL CHARGES SUCH AS TELEPHONE CALLS OR LODGING BILLS,

ALLOW THE EXCLUSION

OR

EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO

SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS,

WARRANTY, WHETHER ORAL

see

CHASSIS WARRANTY FOR

be

frea from manufacturing defects

a rental, commercial or demonstrator unit (whichever occurs first). This warranty extends

01

defects must be given to

as

to

resolve

the

the

dealer Is obligated

unab!e

THE

ENGINE, TRANSMISSION, STEERING MECHANISM, BRAKES, FRAME, ETC.). TIRES

BY

THE SEPARATE WARRANTIES

OR

NEGLIGENCE;

WITH

INSTAUCTIONS CONTAINED

OF

THE MOTOR HOME;

DUE

TO WEAR

THE

ODOMETER

OF

USE OF THE VEHICLE, INCONVENIENCE, COMMERCIAL LOSS, TOWING CHARGES, BUS

SUBSIDIARIES OF FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES, INC.

THE UNITED STATES AND

and

electrical systems, and all appliances

the

seHing

described in

matter. The owner shall

to

correct defects in material or workmanship.

and

to

describe

OR

EXPOSURE, SUCH AS FADING OF FABRICS OR

READING

AND

the

Owner's Manual; however, minor adjustments

by

this warranty,

to

maintain the motor home prior to retail sale,

provide

the

manufacturer with a description

or

unwilling

to

resolve the problem

the

problem and the attempts made

IN

HAS BEEN ALTERED.

OR

LIMITATION

YOU.

YOU

MAY ALSO

TO

MAKE MODIFICATIONS TO THIS WARRANTY. ANY ADDITIONAL STATE-

OR

WRITIEN, ARE NOT THE RESPONSIBILITY

CANADA

DETAilS

in

material

or

woJkmanship.

on

the

data

of

original retail delivery or the date the motor

01

use

as

determined by the mileage shown on

dealer

or

w111

the

owner shall contact the SELLING DEALER, or other authorized

to

OF

THE OWNEA·S MANUAL;

THE

OF

HAVE

the manufacturer not later than len (10) days after

be

made

without

charge after

be

of

the

owner as normal maintenance unless required as

derIVer

the motor home

resolve

the

and

the owner is convinced that

THE RESPECTIVE MANUFACTURERS

ATMOSPHERE,

OR

INCIDENTAL

OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY

performed by the dealer during

problem,

to

resolve it.

ETC.)

MANUFACTURING PLANT LOCATION, LOSS

OR

CONSEQUENTIAL DMIIAGES,

In

---

and

equipment installed by the

for

a

the

odometer

your

motor

home Is taken

(such

as

adjustments to

the

to

the

dealer or manufacturing plant

to

perform a detailed pre.oelivery

he

writing of the problem and attempts

the

manufacturing plant will repair

may

DRAPES,

OF

should contact the

be

required.

it

is covered by this warranty.

AND

OF

THESE COMPO-

CARPET

WEAR,

ETC.

ETC.

OR

OTHER INCIDEN·

SO

FROM

STATE TO STATE.

THE MANUFACTURER AND

period

first

or

BAT-

THE

Brand Name

MANUFACTURING

~~~~

___

PLANT:

~

__

~

__

Model

~~

______

CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS:

Consumer Affairs Department
Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc,

P.O. Box 7300

Riverside, California 92523

From California [phone]
From Outside of

California [phone]

Serial No. ~ __ . ___

Printed

In

_

USA

1.

Refrigerator vent 6. Lighted entry assist handle

2. Air conditioner 7. Refrigerator vent/access

3. Storage compartment 8.

4. Storage compartment

5. Entry step

12

Patio receptacle

9. Storage compartment

10. Fuel

11. Generator access

fiJI

pipe

1-

12. Range hood vent 17. Furnace vents
Plumbing vent 18. City water connection

13.
Plumbing vent 19. Water tank fill

14.

15. Holding

16. Water heater access

tank

discharge valves

20. Storage compartment
LP

21.

Tank access

Camping trips and recreational living can
save

more energy (and money) than you
think.
(heating, air conditioning, etc.)
minimum
an

completely
doesn't need
as
you

TURN OFF
PLIANCES INDIVIDUALLY DURING RE­FUELING OF MOTOR FUEL TANKS ANDIOR
PERMANENTLY
TAINERS.

WHEN NOT INDIVIDUALLY TURNED OFF,
AUTOMATIC IGNITION APLIANCES
CONTINUE TO SPARK WHEN LP GAS
TURNED OFF AT THE CONTAINER.

Turn

while

extended

off.

an

occupied one.

r house

off".

ALL

your

home living systems

to

you're

trip,

An unoccupied house

to

consume

WARNING

PILOT LIGHTS AND AP-

MOUNTED LP-GAS CON-

gone.

turn

unneeded systems

as

much energy

So

remember

If

you plan

to

"turn

MAY

IS

PLANNING

AND

PREPARATION

Plan your trip and organize all preparations before you leave.
Proper

your motor home.
Plan your route carefully. Consult maps and guidebooks.

Become aware beforehand of road conditions, campsite
availability, or other circumstances.

BE
TRAVEL Check the following items:
a.

b.

c.

d.

e.

f.
g.

h.

i.

j.

preparation is the key to getting the most enjoyment from

SURE ALL EQUIPMENT

Check all fluids including:
Motor home engine crankcase oil
Transmission fluid
Power
Radiator recovery system reservoir level
Master cylinder brake fluid
Electrolyte level

Windshield washer reservoir level

Inspect wheel lugs for tightness. See Chassis Operator's

Manual for torque specifications. Examine all tires for road
damage, then inflate to the proper pressures as
recommended

spare lire pressure.
note that tire pressures are given for cold tires used under
normal driving and load conditions.

Check oil level

Refer
the generator manufacturer for other pre-use service
requirements
oil and other service
power
periods.
Check that jack, jack handle, and lug wrench are properly
stowed. NOTE: The chassis lug wrench may not fit the spare
tire
remove the spare tire.
Check that the 115-volt power cord is properly stowed in its
compartment. A power
some camping areas.
proper
Check that a serviceable'fire extinguisher is secured in the
mounting bracket.
Verify that all items you plan to take are
NOTE:

Check that accessories, such as a sewer hose with the

necessary fittings and a water
hose type approved for 125 psi) are
Fill fresh water tank, if required. (Refer to Plumbing Section.)
Start refrigerator a day ahead of time. Refrigerator will stay
cold for several hours after being turned OFF while traveling.
Be sure to relight it when parked at your campsite.

steering fluid

of main and auxiliary batteries

in

the Chassis Operator's Manual. Check

in

the generator power plant (if installed).

to

instructions and maintenance manual provided by

applicable to this equipment. Check that extra

plant if the motor home is to be used for extended

bolts. Be sure you have the proper size wrench to

electrical ground.

Be

sure

the
supplies does not cause your motor home to exceed
axle loads and overall vehicle loads for which it was
designed.
scale. See

If

in

doubt, weight the vehicle at a public

paragraph

IS

SERVICED AND READY FOR

In

using your Chassis Operator's Manual,

supplies are provided for the generator

supply cord adapter will be required in

Be

sure to use adapters

weight of passengers, equipment, and

on

"WEIGHING".

supply line (such as garden-

on

board.

on

Which

board.

provide

1

2

SEWER HOSE

CAUTION

BE

SURE THE WEIGHT OF PASSENGERS
EQUIPMENT
CAUSE YOUR MOTOR HOME TO EXCEED
AXLE LOADS AND
LOADS FOR WHICH
IF

IN

DOUBT, WEIGH THE VEHICLE

PUBLIC SCALE,
AND WEIGHING PAGE

AND SUPPLIES DOES

OVERALL

IT

SEE

"VEHICLE

WAS

VEHICLE

DESIGNED,

LOADING

4,"

NOT'

AT

A

Check to see that drain-line cap and holding-tank knife valve(s)

are closed and secured. Add a holding-tank chemical to a few

gallons
Plumbing Section.)

Check all headlights, stop lights, running lights, turn signals and

mirrors.

Put motor home contents
a. Secure any loose objects which could shift while traveling.
b.

c.
d. Be sure all exterior doors are closed and locked.

Adjust the driver's seat to the most comfortable position, then
adjust the side-view mirrors for maximum visibility. Keep a
wrench (or adjustable wrench) handy for periodic mirror

adjustment or tightening.

Fill

fuel recommended in the Chassis Operator's

Fill

Check for spare fuses of every size used in the vehicle. (See
Electrical Section).

Take the time before leaving
instrument control panel and the operation
driver compartment. Check all instruments to verify that
equipment is working. The cruise control (optional) is located on
the turn indicator handle. The emergency flasher control
located on the right side of the steering column. Refer to the
Chassis Operator's Manual
equipment manufacturers for operation of equipment, both
standard and optional.

Keep the Chassis Operator's Manual (provided in

Information Kit) handy. It contains valuable reference information.

of

water in your body-waste holding tank. (Refer to

in

"travel condition".

Secure refrigerator contents (place lids on all containers
holding liquids, for example) then secure locking latch on
refrigerator door.
Be sure all cabinets have the contents secured and the doors
latched.

9/16"

the fueltank(s). Your motor home is designed to use only the

Manual.

the liquid petroleum gas (LPG) fuel tank(s) if required.

to

become familiar with the

of

all items in the

is

or

individual instructions from

your

Owner's

3

1

12

2

3

4

5

6 7

,

1.

Cruise control (on

2. Speedometer

3. Odometer

4.

Fuel,

temp,

5.

Radio/stereo

6. Generator

7. Generator remote

8.

Heater/defroster controls

9. Lighter

10. Entry step remote switch

11.

Ignition switch

Parking brake lever

12.

charge indicators

hour

turn

meter

start/stop

signal lever)

switch

4

WARNING

EXCEEDING

YOUR MOTOR HOME CAN CAUSE UN­DESIRABLE
ISTICS
HAZARD.
VEHICLE
SPECIFIED
CARRY
VEHICLES

MAY
WARRANTY

DO
WEIGHT
TRAILER WEIGHT. UNSAFE HANDLING
CHARACTERISTICS WILL RESULT, FRAME
AND POWER TRAIN MAY BE DAMAGED,
AND YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS MAY BE

ADVERSELY AFFECTED.
DO
TURER'S LIMITATIONS
WEIGHT .

AND

ADVERSELY

NOT EXCEED 250 POUNDS HITCH

NOT EXCEED CHASSIS MANUFAC·

THE

GAWR OR GVWR OF

HANDLING

MAY

CREATE A SAFETY

MODIFICATION

BY

ADDITION

BY

THE

MANUFACTURER

ADDITIONAL

IS

NOT

RIGHTS.

WARNING

OR

3500 POUNDS GROSS

EQUIPMENT OR

RECOMMENDED

AFFECT

ON

CHARACTER-

OF YOUR

OF RACKS

YOUR

TOWING

NOT

AND

TO

VEHICLE LOADING

AND WEIGHING

Your motor home is designed to carry the loads defined by the
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) and gross Vehicle Weight
Rating (GVWR) shown
driver's door jamb. These ratings are for a fully-loaded vehicle
including passengers and normal belongings.

Periodically weigh the fully-loaded motor home including driver,

passengers, cargo, and trailer (if any) at a public scale to
determines axle loads. Use the following procedure
method recommended by the scale operator which correctly
determines weight values. Keep the vehicle as level as possible
during all measurements.

1.

Run

the front wheels onto the scale platform and obtain a
reading. (This first value is the front axle Gross Axle
Weight.)

2.

Next, place the entire vehicle (both axles)
obtain a reading. (This second value is Gross Vehicle
Weight.)

3.

Drive forward until only the rear axle is
obtain a reading. (This third reading is rear axle Gross Axle
Weight.)

4.

Compare reading 2 with the GVWR of your vehicle. If this
reading exceeds the GVWR rating, it will
reduce total vehicle load.

5.

If

reading 2 is less than the GVWR of your vehicle, check
readings 1 and 3 to verify that each is less than the GAWR
on

the certification tag.

axle, redistribute enough equipment from front to back or
back to front to ensure that loads
within the required limit.

Check vehicle weight periodically to obtain optimum mileage
from tires and improve handling. Tires should always be inflated
as recommended
your Chassis Operator's Manual.

on

the certification tag posted on the

or

any other

on

the scale and

on

the platform and

be

necessary to

If

either exceeds the GAWR for the

on

front and rear axles are

in

the Chassis Manufacturer's Instructions. See

Every pound of extra weight means extra

•

gasoline consumption. Don't carry any
more than you need.

Avoid idling, When an engine idles it

•

getting zero miles per gallon. If you must
stand for more than one minute, it's more
efficient to turn the engine off and restart it
again.

WARNING
BEFORE MOTOR
FASTEN SEAT BELTS
PASSENGERS TO OCCUPY ANY SEAT
OR

BED

THAT

A SEAT BELT.

HOME

IS

IS

PUT

AND

DO

NOT EQUIPPED

IN

NOT

is

MOTION,

ALLOW

WITH

5

READY TO LEAVE

The following suggestions may be helpful when you are ready to
leave.

STARTING AND WARMUP

For best results, follow the recommendations in your Chassis

Operator's Manual when starting or operating your engine.
NOTE:

SAFETY BELTS

Seat belts are an important safety feature of your vehicle. For
your protection, fasten
motion. The driver's seat and all other seats designed to carry
passengers while under way have been equipped with lap belts.

NOTE: All riders should

Adjust seat belts as

• Pivot buckle at right angles to the belt and pull to the desired

• To fasten belt, be sure it is not twisted, then push the tongue

• To release the belt, depress the button

Adjust the belt as low on the abdomen and as snug as comfort
will
person at a time.
retractors, be sure belt is

Be

sure transmission is
engaged to keep the motor home from rolling.
parking brake needs adjustment, see the Chassis
Operator's Manual for adjustment instructions.

all belts while your motor home is in

be
while the vehicle is in motion.
equipped with safety belts should not be occupied while
vehicle is in motion
WHILE
to belt
traveling.

length.

end of one belt into the buckle of the mating belt. Be sure it
latches. Pull the loose end of the belt to tighten.

buckle and

allow, for greatest safety. Never use a belt for more than one

THE VEHICLE

in

persons using beds.

follows:

slide the tongue out of the buckle.

If

your belts have been equipped with

in

"P" park and parking brake is

If the

furnished with and use seat belts

Seats which are not

and

will be labeled: "NOT FOR USE

IS

IN

MOTION". It is not possible

Do

not occupy beds while

in

the center

pulled all the way out

of

the retractor.

of

the

6

Always observe the speed limit.

•

Remember that for every 10 miles over
50 miles per hour,you could be using
between 10% - 15% more fuel.

Drive

at

an

easy pace, avoiding jackrabbit
starts. Try to pace your driving to avoid
red lights.

Under-inflated tires can cause a 2% loss

fuel for every pound of pressure under the
recommended pressure.

in

ON

DRIVING AND PARKING

Once you become accustomed to the feel of the controls and the

reference points from the driver's seat, you will find driving the
motor home comparable to driving your family car. Become
familiar with the position

cautious when maneuvering to allow for the length and width
the vehicle. Always allow extra room to corner and to change

lanes. Learn to use the side mirrors to view the road behind.
Check them often .

Drive with consideration on the highway, observing
safety regulations. The best cruising speed of your motor home
will vary with road and weather conditions.

Remember that your motor home is heavier than a car, making it
less maneuverable and harder to stop. Also, because of its
greater side surface area, it is more easily affected by cross
winds. Allow extra distances for passing and stopping, and drive
at a moderate speed, particularly
conditions.

Driving on winding or mountain roads is not difficult if done with
reasonable care. Observe proper vehicle speeds when
ascending or descending hills and always operate
transmission range. Downshift

undue engine loads. Downshift when descending grades. Engine
braking power will help control vehicle speed, and relieve some
of the strain

Road conditions, terrain, weather, and other driving factors are

sometimes unpredictable, and mountain driving or desert

temperatures can put extreme demands

- especially the transmission. Under extreme heat conditions

you may need to turn off the vehicle air conditioner to improve

engine and transmission cooling.

on

the brakes.

THE ROAD

of

the motor home in traffic, and be

all

in

traffic and

on

hills to avoid overheating or

in

gusty wind

in

on

drivetrain components

of

speed and

the proper

Misaligned wheels

•

economy.
have

If

front-end alignment checked.

you

cause

see

drag

uneven

that

tire

wear,

robs fuel

Allow for the extra height of your motor home

areas having low overhead clearance. Check for

tree branches or other obstructions whenever you drive or

park. Avoid low roofs when pulling

be

particularly important if you drive with the overhead vents
open or if the motor home is equipped with a roof air conditioner,
roof rack, or TV/radio/CB antenna.

When parking parallel to a curb,
or obstructions as the front and rear portions
home swing wider than
incline, turn the front wheels into the curb
the roll to
to

PARK

MISCELLANEOUS SAFETY TIPS

• Read and understand the chassis operator's manual.

• When backing the motor home, have a person stand to the
rear

• Before departing
some tunnels prohibit motor homes with

• Drive at moderate speeds, particularly
wind conditions

aid

the parking brake. Always shift the transmission

(P)

and set the parking brake when parking.

on

the driver's side, if

an

automobile. When parking

pOSSible,

on

a trip, check your routes. Remember,

in

for service. This may

be

sure to allow for poles

to guide you.

in

and

lOW-hanging

of

the motor

in

the direction of

LP

gas systems.

traffic and

avoid

on

in

gusty

an

1

WARNING
EXHAUST GASSES
NOT BLOCK THE TAIL PIPE

THE VEHICLE
THE EXHAUST GASES HAVE ANY

POSSIBILITY OF ACCUMULATING OUT­SIDE, UNDERNEATH,

VEHICLE. OPERATE ENGINE ONLY
WHEN SAFE DISPERSION OF EXHAUST

GASSES CAN

DO NOT UNDER
OPERATE THE ENGINE WHILE SLEEP­ING!

ARE

DEADLY.

OR

IN

A PLACE WHERE

OR

INSIDE

BE

ASSURED.

ANY

CIRCUMSTANCES

DO

SITUATE

THE

• Allow extra distances for passing

and

stopping.

• While traveling, make sure all occupants use their seatbelts.

• While traveling,
cabinets, drawers,

• Instruct your family

make

and

on

sure

all

doors

loose objects

what

to

do

in

are

are

case

closed

secure.

of fire,

and

and

that

hold fire

drills periodically.

• Maintain proper

•

Gas

and

smoke detectors are available from

dealers,

•

Keep

•

Keep

and
a well stocked first
a tool box handy.

may

charge

be

considered

in

the fire extinguisher.

as

safety accessories.

aid

kit handy.

RV

equipment

• Check tires often while traveling. Inside rear duals should
as

receive special attention,
be

noticed. Running a flat

tire fire that would

be

these tires may go flat

on

an

inside

extremely dillicultto extinguish. Make
a habit to check tire pressures before
refueling give
a piece
produce a
s.ound

will

each

tire a sharp

of

pipe or similar object. Properly inflated tires

"bung"
be

sound

a dull

when rapped. If the tire is flat, the

'1hud".

rap

on

dual

could lead to a

each

trip,

the tread surface with

and

and

when

not

CARBON MONOXIDE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Carbon monoxide

is a by-product

in

your motor

constantly while they

DEADLY. Please
precautions
of carbon monoxide poisoning.

• Exhaust gases
or

situate
gases have
outside, underneath, or inside your vehicle or any

nearby vehicles.

exhaust gases inside
other openings

the

engine only

can

be assured,

sure that exhaust continues

•

Be

aware of exhaust

symptoms:

Dizziness
Intense Headache
Weakness
Vomiting
Muscular Twitching
Throbbing

If

symptoms indicate
poisoning, turn
windows, get
medical assistance if possible.

•

DO

NOT

THE ENGINE

able to monitor outside conditions
exhaust does not enter
be

alert

monoxide poisoning.

• Check

the
maintenance,
before further operation.

is

a colorless, tasteless, odorless gas.

of

combustion

home

and

are

read

and

to

protect yourself

are

deadly.

the

vehicle

any

possibility

Outside

remote

when

and

and

Sleepiness

in

Temples

oil

the

out

into fresh

UNDER

ANY

WHILE

to

exhaust odors or symptoms of carbon

in

the engine. The engines

generator system produce it

running. CARBON MONOXIDE

understand

and
Do

in

a place where the exhaust

of

air

movements

the

vehicle through windows or

from

the

safe

dispersion of exhaust gases

the

following

others from

not block the

accumulating either

can

exhaust outlet. Operate

monitor outside conditions to be

to

be dispersed safely.

gas

(carbon monoxide) poisoning

the

possibility of carbon monoxide

engine immediately,

air

at

once,

and

CIRCUMSTANCES OPERATE

SLEEPING.

the

interior,

You

would not

to

assure that engine

and

you

exhaust system during routine

and

repair

any

leaks or obstructions

the

ellects

tail

pipe

carry

open

all

summon

would not

IS

be

it

It