Fleetwood tioga 1989 User Manual

)

1989

,

"

FULL

ONE·YEAR/15,OOO

MILE

r-----WARRANTy---

FOR

MOTOR

HOMES

MANUFACTURm

IV

SUaslDIARIES

OF

FLEETWOOD

ENTERPRiSES.

INC.

SOLD IN THE UNITED STATES

AND

CANADA

COVERAGE

PROVIDED

Your

new

motor

home. tncludlng

the

ltlUC1url,

plumbing,

Mating

and

electrical

lyltftM.

and

.11

IPp/lanc

...

nd equipment

instilled

by

the

nWlnuflcturer,

is

warranted

under

normal u

..

10

be

f,"

from

manufacturing

defecta

in

maurilll

or

workmanship.

The warranty

Ixtllnda

to

the

nftl

r.t.U purchlll.r

.nd

hi,

t,ansf.,..'I'

.nd

begins

on

the

dati

of

origiN'

retail delivery or

the

date

the

motor

home

i,

firat

plllced

Int!)

service

II

•

renul.

commercial or demonatrMor

unit

Iw~hever

occurs

fiml.

The _warranty extends for I period of

one

yel'

from

such

date 01 until

In.

unit

has

receiwd

16,000

tot.1 mUet of UN u determined

by

tM

mHe.

shown on

the

odomet.,

(whichever

OCCUril

fiml.

Written

notie.

of

defectl

must

be given

10

the

••

lIing

de.ler

Of

the

menutlctutet'

not

later

thin

ten

1101

ct.ys.ft.,

the

expir.tion

of

lhe

.ppliCible

Wlrrantv

period.

OWNER'S

OBUGA.110NS

The

owner

It

reaponsible

for

normll

maint •

.,.nce

I.

delCribed In

the

Owner',

MantIIl:

however,

minor adjustments Isuch as adjustments

to

the

int,ricH

ofaxtarior

dOors,

LP

regulator

pra

..

ure,

Clbinet

latches,

TV

antenna

control,

ftc.1

will

be

performed

by

the

dealar during

the

first'90

daYI

of

warranty

coveraga. Thareaftar, such

adjustmants

are

the

responsibility

of

the

owner

al

normal mainUtnanca unless required

al a direct

"IUIt

of

,.pair

or

r.placement

of a dafactive

part

under

this

warranty.

If

a problem

occur.

which

the

owner

believes

is

covered

by

this

warranty,

the

owner

shan COMact

the

SELLING DEALER,

or

other

authorized

dealar, giving

him

sufficient

infonnation

to

molva

the

matter.

The

owner

shill

deliver

the

mo'tof hOme

to

the

DEALER

or

manufacturing

plant

location

for

warranty

al'Vic:e.

DEALER'S OBUOATIONS

By

agreement

with

the

nwnufac:turer,

the

deller

is obligated

to

maintain

the

motor

home

prior

to

retlil

s.,

to

perlann a

detliled

predel/very

inspection

and

to

rtplir

or

replica

.ny

part.

neeeuary

to

correct

defecu

in

material

Of

woriunmJ,hip.

WHEN

THE

DEALER

DOES

NOT

ftESOLVE

THE

PROBLEM

If

the

dealer is

UMble

or

unwiAing

to

resolve a problem which

the

ownet'

is

convinced

is covered

by

the

wammy,

he

should contact

the

MANUFAC·

TURING PLANT

at

the

Midrt"

lilted

below

and provide

the

manuf.cturer

with

•

description

in

writing

of

the

problem

and

anempu

made

to

re.olve

It.

MANUFACTURING PLANT OBLIGATIONS

Upon receipt

of

notice

of.

claim,

where

the

dealer

wa.

unable

Of

unwilling

to

resoMl

the

problem,

the

manufacturing

sNnt

will

repair

or

replace

any

parts

necnary

to

correct

defectl

in

material

or

workmanship,

or

will

take

other

appropriate

action

II

mlY

be required.

WHEN THE MANUFACTURING PLANT DOES

NOT

RESOLVE THE PROBLEM

If

the

~

of

the

fNRUfacturing

pI.nt

If'8...,.bIe

to

resoMt

the

problem

~tha

owner

is convinced that

his

co

....

.-.<t

by

the

wlrranty,

the

owner

should can

the

toll·fr"

number

listed

below

to

describe

the

problem and

the

attempts

made

to

resolve it.

WHAT

IS

NOT

COVERED

BY

THE EXPRESS WARRAPfT'Y

THIS

WARRANTY

DOES

NOT

COVER:

1.

THE

AUTOMOTIVE

SYSTEM nNCLUOtNG THE CHASSIS

AND

DRIVE

TRAIN'.

TIRES

AND

BATTERIES, WHICH ARE COVERED

BY

THE SEPARATE WARRANTIES OF THE RESPECTIVE MANUFACTURERS

OF

THESE COMPONENTS.

2.

DEFECTS CAUSED

BY

OR RELATED TO:

A.

ABUSE. MISUSE. NEGUGENCE

OR

ACCIDENT:

B.

FAILURE

TO

COMPLY

WITH

INSTRUCT10NS CONTAINED IN THE OWNER'S

MANUAL'

C.

ALTERATION

OR

MODIFICATION

OF

THE

MOTOR

HOME;

3.

NORMAL

DETERIORATtON DUE

TO

WEAR

OR

EXPOSURE. SUCH

AS

FADING OF FABRICS

OR

DRAPES, CARPET WEAR, ETC.

4.

NORMAL

MAINTENANCE

AND

SERVICE ITEMS, SUCH AS

UGHT

BULBS, FUSES. WIPER BLADES. LUBRICANTS, ETC.

6.

MOTOR HOMES

ON

WHICH

THE

ODOMmR

READING

HAS

BEEN

ALTERED.

6.

TRANSPORTAnoN

TO

AND

FROM DEALER OR MANUFACTURING PLANT

LOCATION.

LOSS OF TIME, INCONVENIENCE,

COM·

MERCIAL

LOSS.

LOSS

OF

USE.

TOWING

CHARGES.

BUS

FARES.

CAR

RENTAL.

INCIDENTAL

CHARGES

SUCH

AS

TEUPHONE

CAUS

OR

HOTEL BILLS.

OR

OTHER INCtOENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL

DAMAGES.

SOME

STATU

DO

NOT

ALLOW

THE

EXClUSION

OR UMJTATlON

OF

INCIDENTAL

OR

CONSEQIJI!NTlAL

DAMAGES,

SO THE

ABOVE

UMffATION

OR

EXCLUSCON

MAY

NOT

APPLY

TO

YOU.

THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU

IPEQFIC

LEGAL RIGHTS.

AND

YOU

MAY

ALSO

HAVE

OTHER RIGHTS WHICH

VARY

FROM STATE

TO

STATE,

THE

MANUfACTUIIIR

IS

NOT

IIUI'ONSIIU

FOR

AllY

UNOIRTAICINCI.

REPRESENTATION.

OR

WARIIANTY

MADE

IV

AllY

D£ALEII

OR

OTHER

PERSON BEYOND THOSE

EXPRUILY

lET

FORTH

IN

THIS

wARRANTY.

Brand Name

_______________

Model

_________

Sarial No.

________

_

CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS:

Consumer Affair. Oepanment
Fleetwood

Enterprises, Inc.

P.O.

Box

7300

Riverside.

CaUfornia

92523

From California: 1800)

442-4804

From Out.ida

of

Celifornle: 1800)

864-4755

printed

in

USA

,

.'

SAFETY

The manufacturer

Association~

of

this

WARNING:

WHICH

WARNING:

OPERATION:

1.

OPEN

2.

OPEN

THIS

WARNING
UNUKE
THE

COOKING

COMFORT

WARNING:

VEHICLE.

WARNING:

MAY

RESUcr.
A w,mmg

Overfilling the
percent

The

following

IF

YOU

1.

Extinguish

2.

Do

3.

Shut

4.

Open

5.

leave

6.

Have

LP

gas

raguI8tors

cover.

Make

causing

REGULATIONS

of

and the American National Standards Institute. The information and warnings found here may also be found In

Owner's

RELIEVE

HOMES.

of its

SMELL

not touch electrical

fire or explosion.

Manual. Please see sections

LP

GAS

CONTAINERS

EXCESSIVE

IT

IS

NOT

OVERHEAD

WINDOW.

LABEL

THE

APPLIANCESIS)

HEATING

PORTABLE

THE

USE

OF

00

NOT

BRING

label

ha.

boon located n

LP

gas

volume
label

has

GAS:

any

open

off the

gas

doors

and

the

.,.a

gas

system

must

lUre that

until

the

this

recreational vehicle is required

SHALL

COOKING

TURN
LOCATED

OXYGEN

AVOID

OF

EQUIPMENT.

LP

..

,

thl

result

gas.

in

the

pilot lights

the

tank

openings.

and

installed

f.cas

NOT

BY

DISCHARGING

ON

EXHAUST

IN
SUPPLY

ASPHYXIATION

INSIDE

GAS

LP

in

uncontrolled

vehicle

valve's'

leakage

with

downw.rd

PRESSURE

SAFE

TO

USE

VENT

OR

HAS

BEEN

AMOUNT

AS

FUEL-IIURNING

container

as

other ventilating

always

THE

THIS

OR

liquid

been

flames,

switches.

suppty

odor

checked

regulator

OF

WILL

DANGER

EQUIPMENT

STORE

can

LP

placed

at

clears.

be

vent

REGARDING

titled

"Uquid

BE

PLACED

OR

GAS

APPLIANCES

THE

DANGERS

CONTAINERS.

ga.

.

and

all

IOUfCI

the diaplngm

FOR

FAN.

COOKING

IS

UMITED

OF

ASPHYXIATION.

IS

INCWOING

THE

RECREATIONAL

GASOUNE,

container.

gas

near

the

smoklng

or

gas supply

corrected

....

and the cowr

LP

to

furnish the following consumer information

Petroleum Gas

STORED

INSIDE

TO

THE

ATMOSPHERE.

COMFORT

AND

AREA

DUE

GREATER

WOOD

This

flow

range

materials.

connection.

Iacing

TO

TO

AND

label

which

area:

before

is

HEATING.

REMIND

THE

WHEN

CHARCOAL

VEHICLE

OR

OTHER

roods:

cen

using

-.ward.

kept

GAS

System"

THE

VEHICLE.

COOKING

YOU

SIZE

OF

THE

IT

IS

ESPECIALLY

THE

APPUANCE

MAY

FLAMMABLE

DO

NOT

cause

fire

again.

RaguIat

in

place

to

SYSTEMS

and ,"Appliances"

LP

APPLIANCES

TO

PROVIDE

RECREATIONAL

IMPORTANT

GRILLS

AND

CAUSE

FIRES

UQUIDS

FILL

CONTAINERIS}

or

explosion, A properly

...

that

minimize

GAS

CONTAINERS

AN

ADEQUATE

IS

USED

STOVES.

OR

INSIDE

III

not in

vent

blockage

AND

VEHICLE.

THAT

FOR

SHALL

ASPHYXIATION.

-"

LP

GAS

8S

provided

for

other safety and operating information.

ARE

EQUIPPED

NEED

FRESH

AIR

SUPPLY

OF

AND

PROPER

COOKING

LONG

PERIODS

NOT

BE

THE

VEHICLE

TO

MORE

THAN

filled container will

haYe

which

coukl

APPLIANCES

by

the National Fire Prevention

FOR

SAFE

FRESH

VENTILATION

APPLIANCES

OF

USED

INSIDE

BECAUSE A FIRE

BO

PERCENT

boon

equipped

result

in

WITH

SAFETY

OPERATION.

AIR

FOR

NOT

TIME.

THIS

contain

excessive

other

COMBUSTION.

RECREATIONAL

OR

OF

approximately 80

with a "",tactive

sections

DEVICES

BEFORE

WHEN

USING

BE

USED

EXPLOSION

CAPACITY.

gas

preasure

FOR

IMPORTANT

Certain
plywood or paneling which they supply us and

we communicate this

For

PEOPLE
PROBLEMS. SUCH

of

our forest product suppliers have advised that urea·formaldehyde is used in

to

our

customers.

your Information. we are reproducing

lamples

WARNING, THIS PRODUCT IS MANUFACTURED

CAUSE HEADACHES.

AS

EYE.

ASTHMA.

NOSE AND THROAT IRRITATION.

PROPER

VENTILATION SHOULD REDUCE THE RISK OF SUCH PROBLEMS.

which

we utilize In our finished product. These suppliers have requested

of atatementa which have been provided

WITH

UREA.fORMALDEHYOE

NOTICE

the

production

RESIN.

AND

AGGRAVATION OF ALLERGIES

FORMALDEHYDE

of

partlc}e board. hardwood

to

us

by

our suppliers.

VAPOR

AND

that

MAY

IN SOME

RESPIRATORY

CluJmpion Intemallonal Corporalion

WARNING,IRRITAN'I! THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS A UREA·FORMALDEHYDE RESIN
VAPORS IN

lDN

CONCENTRATIONS. FORMALDEHYDE CAN

BE

IRRITATING

TO

AND

THE EYES

MAY

AND

RELEASE FORMAI..DF,HYOE

UPPER

RESPIRATOt1Y

SYSn,M

OF ESPECIALLY SUSCEPTIBLE PERSONS SUCH AS THOSE WITH ALLERGIES OR RESPIRATORY AILMENTS. USE WITH
ADEQUATE VENTILATION.

WARNING, THIS PRODUCT IS MANUFACTURED WITH A UREA·FORMALDEHYDE RESIN AND WILL RELEASE

QUANTITIES OF FORMALDEHYDE. FORMALDEHYDE LEVELS IN THE INDOOR AIR
RESPIRATORY IRRITATION.
INDOOR FORMALDEHYDE

IF

SYMPTOMS DEVELDP. CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN.

AND

MAY AGGRAVATE

RESPIRATORY

CONDITIONS

LEVELS.

Georgia~Pscjfic

CAN

OR

ALLERGIES. VENTILATION

CAUSE TEMPORARY

Corporation

SMALL

EYE

WILL

REDUCE

AND

Weyerhaeuser Compeny

Ventilation is important in maintaining a comfortable environment and we direct your

contained in your

Owner's

Manual.

attention

to

the

discussion

of

ventilation

'.

I-J

"

TABLE

OF

CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

Planning And Preparation
Loading And Weight Distribution

It

Have
Inspect And Maintain

Owner's Information Package. . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

The

Chassis And Vehicle Identification. . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

.

Keys

"

. Pre:rravel

C9CKPIT AND DRIVER'S

ON

LIVING WITH

And Locks

Other Sources

. Emergency And Identification Information

Cruise Control
Auxiliary
Driver/Passenger

Seat Belts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Child Restraint. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Side Slider Windows

Driving And Parking . . . . . .

Fuel And Fuel

Fuel

Fuel

Alternative Fuel

Overheating. . . . . . • • . • . . . . . . . . . . • . . . . . . . 9

Carbon Monoxide Safety Precautions
Safety Tips

Engine Access
Tires

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

Tire Replacement
Changing A Flat Tire

Required Tools And Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Towing

THE

ROAD

Motor

Carrying Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Weighing
Loading Tips . .
Trailer Hitches. And Towing
Towing Automobiles

Manual Entry Steps

Entry Doors, Screens, And Locks . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Windows

Mini-Blinds. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Emergency Exit Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Storage

Exterior Compartments
Interior Storage

Interior And Furnishings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Dinette Conversion. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • . . . . . .

Sofa/Lounge Conversion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Folding Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

...............•...

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

All Under Control

.....................•....

of

Information

Check List

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

Start System

Seats

Systems

Fill

............•....••.••..•......

Types And Vapor Lock . • . .

Types

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

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

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

•...........................

Home Loading

Your

Loaded

• . • . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

YOUR

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

MOTOR

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

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

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

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

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

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

CONTROLS

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

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

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

..

• . . . . . . .

.......•.......•.....

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

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

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

..•..................

Motor Home

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

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

HOME

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

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2
2
2
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3

3
4

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7

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7

7

8

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10

10

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11

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14
14
15

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16

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16
16

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17
17

Interior Lighting
Overhead Vents

Effects

Controlling Moisture Condensation

Fire Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

PLUMBING

Fresh Water System

The Waste Water System

Water

ELECTRICAL

Chassis
12-volt Coach System

120-volt AC System

Ground
Entertalnmant Equipment
TV
TV

Generator Pewer Plant

LPG

LPG

System Components

Using
Fliling
LP
LPG
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

Chassis Bulbs &

SYSTEM

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

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

Toilet Maintenance
Toilet Troubleshooting
Dumping The Holding
Holding

Auxiliary 'Battery
Battery Inspection and
Battery
Selecting A Replacement Battery

The Pewer

Minimizing Multipath Distoration
and Improving

Generator
Warm Weather Operation
Cold
Preparation
Reactivating Generator System After
Long
Generator Maintenance And Service
Electrical System Wiring

Hoses And Fittings
LP

Gas

Tank

System Winterizing

SYSTEMS

8ectrical

Charging

Fault Interrupter

Antenna
"Ghosts"

Weather Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Term Storage

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

Gas Safety Precautions

Gas Regulator

LP

Gas System

LP

Gas

System Leak Checks

Leak Detector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

LP

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

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

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

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

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

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

Panel

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

Fresh

Water System

Fresh

Water System

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

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

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

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

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

Tanks

Care And Maintenance

............••....

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

System

Fuses

...............•.......

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

Converter

.....•......................

And FM

Signal Quality

Operating Safety Precautions . .

For

Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tanks

Gas

Appliances

...........•......

•.............

...........•.........

Care

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

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

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

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

"Flutter

.•.•..•.............

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

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

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

.... _ ...........

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

................•....

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

At

Low Temperatures

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

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

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.....

..

,

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35

APPLIANCES

Water

Water Heater Bypass System
Furnace
Range
Range
Air

Conditioner
Refrigerator
Smoke Detector

MAINTENANCE

Lubrication
Wheels And Tires

Tire

Inflation
Wheel And

Tire

Engine

Engine

Engine

Fuel

Air

Cooling System

Maintenance And
Coolant
Flushing

Engine Electrical .

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

Heater

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

..........

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

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

Exhaust

Hood

...............•..

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

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

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

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

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

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

Inspection And Rotation

Pressure

Replacement

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

Tire

8alancing

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

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

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

'

...........

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

Oils

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

Fuel

Systems

And Air Filters

Cleaner Element Replacement

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

........

:

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

..........

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

Inspection

Level

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

........•.....

Cooling System . . . . . . • • • . . . . . . . . 39

...

. . . • . • . . . . .

....•••...

Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . • . . • • . . . • . • . • .

Transmission. . . . . . . . . . . . • . . . . • • • . . • . . .

Maintenance

Heating And Air Conditioning . . .

Inspection

and

Inspection

.••....•......

..............••..•..•......

...

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....

•.
..

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38
38
38
38

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39
39
39

39

39
39
39
39

40
40

40
40
40
40

Air Conditioner Operational Quick Checks

Electrical Circuit Diagnosis. . . .

Refrigeration Section :

Front Suspension And Alignment

Brakes

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

Brake

Hose Inspection

Lining Inspection

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

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

.... ' ...............

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

Drive Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Exterior. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Stains
WindClws,
Sealant Renewal
Roof
Door And Window Resealing

Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Upholstery And Drapes
Wall And Ceiling

Floors And Carpeting
PREPARING
LONG:rERM

Storage Check

Short-term Storage (less than

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Doors, Vents And

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Panels

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MOTOR

STORAGE

Ust.

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Above Freezing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Long-term Storage Above Freezing

..........

Winterization And Winter Storage. . . . . .

Winter Storage Below Freezing

Water System Winterizing

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General Vehicle Winter Storage Check List
Reactivating The

MAINTENANCE CHART

Motor

Home .After Storage

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'.

INTRODUCTION

Welcome to

the

growing
sincerely
home!

Your Tioga Arrow has been designed

with

many years
vacationing. This manual describes many features
your

motor

that

you can obtain
features.
form

with,
dards
Standard
plicable
establish the plumbing, heating, electrical and other
requirements
these
outside
of

will

deliver

will

.,tions;however, supplement this instruction

all
home

Chassis Operator's Manual.
of
tional

'your dealer

along
Information
outlines important areas
a maintenance schedule
safe. troublefree service from your
these
motor
your
tions
ing

for

recreational living.

maintenance,
immediately
vice
blems

comprehensive warranty programs in
and
ranty
well
manufacturer, under
read
ed in case you have a warranty-related problem, and

Institute

standards is indicated

the

internal quality.

Like all

require care and regular maintenance in order

maximum

give you basic operating and maintenance instruc-

instructional

in

your

new

conditioning or adjustment, please return

with

instructions
home

dealer going over safety and operating instruc-

before you leave
knowledge
it

will

If

you have any questions regarding operation,

or

Sales Department

which

Your

motor

this

and explaining your

as

the

this

the

recreational vehicle life-style and

family of

thank

Your

Z-240

motor

finely

manual contains a section outlining

you for choosing a Fleetwood

of

home and provides an operating guide so

motor

or exceed,

A119.2,

(units built for Canada only), and ap-

vehicle standards. These standards

for

quality and safety. Compliance

entry

door. This seal is

crafted equipment, your TIoga

value and performance. The dealer

material furnished

the

Owner's

motor

as

soon

the

information

Package and Chassis Operator's Manual

for

the

of

your

help you enjoy

or

service, please

so he can assist you. Your dealer's Ser-

might

home

rights

section

and obligations

carefully.

motor

carefree, pleasant traveling and

the

best performance from those

home has been designed

the

NFPA

Information Package and

home, you feel

as

possible. This Owner's Manual,

of

for

carefully before you operate

first

time. Spend some

the

motor

will

occur.
is covered by one

the

tarms

home owners.

to

provide you

to

American National Stan-

501C, Canadian CSA

by

the

seal attached

the

outward sign

by reading

with

the

If, after taking delivery

it

requires addi-

provided in your

maintenance and provides

you

to

follow

motor

dealer's

many

rights

You

lot.

home

handle any normal pro-

and

miles and years

contact

the

and obligations,

of

of

the

warranty. Please

will

be better inform-

Owner's

to

home. Study

time

A good

how

your dealer

of

the

RV

industry,

the

the

dealer and

We

motor

con-

with

just

Arrow

motor

it

ensure

the

with

work-

to

care

most

war-

of

to

to

of

as

your dealer
again.

If

there is anything

does or does

The materials in your
contain
pliances and components in your
ranty registration cards for these items should be filled
out

and mailed
delivery of
with

this.

You

approximately

Tioga Arrow. This plastic card is imprinted

name, the

turing

warranty

Always return your

for

warranty
contact
any authorized Fleetwood
service
inside back cover

a dealer in

If,

for

your satisfaction:

1.

2.

'

3. We sincerely believe

4.

will

be better able

about

not

cover, please

Owner's

warranty

your

will

automatically receive

motor

piant location.

service, present

any

other

department

your

some

Discuss any warranty-related problems direct­ly

with

ship,

giving

vice

department

If a problem
your

satisfaction

the

factory
listed
nearest you.

factory
problem
efforts
ter

Please include
number

If
these toll-free telephone numbers:

From California:
From outside California:

in

describing

Fleetwood Enterprisas, Inc.
Consumer
P.O.
Riverside,

you

information on

as

soon

motor

3-4

service.

reason, a problem is

the

this

representative

which

are

home. Your dealer can help you

weeks

home serial number, and manufac·

If

your

motor

If

this

authorized TIoga

at

any

of

this manual can help

area.

manager

him

an

arises

service manager. The factories

manual. Please

might

not

satisfactory, please send a let-

the

Affairs

Box

7300

CA

the

of

your

motor

wish

to

call

to

get

you on

the

warranty or

contact

Information Package

motor

as

possible after you take

'an

after

delivery

motor

this

card

home

motor

of

opportunity

resolve

that

by

your

circumstances to:

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for

(8001

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not

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plants listed on the

or

owner,

the

cannot

local dealer,

that

your dealer and the

will

be able

arise.

Department

brand name and serial

home.

assistance, please use

442-4804

(BOOI

your dealer.

the

various ap-

home. War-

Ownercare Card

of

your new
with

home

possible, you may
home deaier. The

If

ever needs

to

the

the

selling dealer

Arrow

matter

contact

dealer, or

not

handled

of

the

to

help his ser-

be resolved

to

solve any

their

combined

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the

dealer.

you

for

road

what

it

your

find

to

dealer-

you.

to

contact

are

the

one

1

NOTE:

Some equipment and features described

or shown in this

manual may

be

optional

on
some models. This instructional manual is of
general nature only. Because

of

the continuous

program

of

product improvement conducted by

Fleetwood.

it

is possible that recent product

changes may

not

be included in this manual.

Specifications may change

without

notice. The

instructions included

in

this manual are intend-

ed

as

a guide. and in no respect extend the

responsibilities

of

the

manufacturing subsidiary.

parent company

or

affiliates beyond the stan-

dard

written

warranty

as

presented in this

manual.

Photographs

or

illustrations in this manual are

representative

of

function and may

not

be
specific

in

their depiction of actual equipment.

fabrics. interior

or

exterior decor or design op-

tions

as

installed on

or

in your

motor

home.

NOTE:

This

product

is designed

for

recreational

use 'and short

term

occupancy only.

It

is

not

designed

or

intended

to

be used

as

permanent

housing. Use

of

this

product

for

long term or

permanent occupancy may lead

to

premature

deterioration

of

interior

finishes.

fabrics.

carpeting. and drapes. Damage or deterioration

due

to

long term occupancy may

not

be con-

sidered normal.

and

may

under

the

terms.of the

. warranty.

constitute

misuse

•.

abuse,. or neglect.

and may therefore reduce your

wanantyprotec-

·

..

tlon,·

This

manualcontains.adlscussion.of.iong

term occupancy problems. Please refer

to

that

; section before'considering this

product

for, long

, term occupancy.

The

motor

home has been thoroughly inspected

before shipment. YOUR

DEALER

IS

RESPONSIBLE

FOR

PERFORMING A COMPLETE

PREDELIVERY

IN-

SPECTION

OF

THE CHASSIS AND ALL

MOTOR
HOME COMPONENTS AS SPECIFIED IN THE
PREDELIVERY CHECKLISTS SUPPLIED

BY

THE

MOTOR HOME MANUFACTURER AND

THE

CHASSIS

MANUFACTURER. YOU SHOULD

RECEIVE A COPY

OF

THESE COMPLETED CHECKLISTS

FROM

YOUR

DEALER WHEN YOUR

MOTOR

HOME IS

DELIVERED

TO

YOU.

AS A

PART

OF

THE

PREDELIVERY

INSPECTION

PRO-

CEDURE.

THE DEALER IS

TO

ROAD TEST

THE

MOTOR

HOME. NOTING AND

CORRECTING

ANY
STEERING PROBLEMS BEFORE DELIVERY.
THEREFORE.

FLEETWOOD AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES

WILL

NOT

BE

RESPONSIBLE

FOR

FRONT

END

ALIGN-

MENT AFTER THIS

PRE

DELIVERY INSPECTION

IS

DONE.

PLANNING

AND

PREPARATION

Each

year millions

of

Americans embark on trips

using some

type

of

recreational vehicle. Proper plan-

ning of

your

trip

will

ensure a pleasurable experience.

A thorough knowledge

of

your

RV

is important

if

you

2

are

going to get the most out of the convenience and

safety items built into your vehicle.

Be

as

familiar with

it

as

you

are

with your personal car or truck. The

booklets included in your

Owner's

Information

Package cover

details

of

operation for the major ap-

pliances and equipment built into your motor home

for your comfort. convenience and safety. Later

sec-

tions in this manual will also explain

how

to operate.
maintain, and service important components and
systems in your motor home.

LOADING AND WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION

Proper loading is one of the most important con-

siderations when traveling

in

an

RV.

Your

motor home

is built

to

safely carry a certain maximum load.

For

safety's

sake,

NEVER

OVERLOAD

THE

MOTOR

HOME.

This manual contains a detailed section

that

explains

proper loading and weighing of the vehicle.

HAVE

IT

ALL UNDER CONTROL

Remember. your new motor home is a large vehi­cle and requires different driving skills than a
passenger

car.

Later in this manual we'lI outline some

tips on

how

to

become familiar

with

the handling

characteristics and driving techniques

that

you need

to

know

to

be

a safe motor home driver.

Of

course,

don't

overlook the laws of your state or province

that

govern driving a

motor

home.

Your

state or provincial

Motor

Vehicle Department can provide. you

with

the

. :applicable vehicle codes that spell

out

your rights.and

responsibilities

as

a'

motor' home owner.

. INSPECT.AND MAINTAIN

'Follow;.a·.consistent

..

scheduie of inspection and

'.

maintenance' for

·,your.

motor, home

..

Your continuing

safety and comfort depend on

it. This manual includes

a section outlining maintenance intervals. Adherence
to

these schedules

will'

minimize

the

possibility

of

failure

of

any important system

or

part

of

your

motor
home. The time spent inspecting and maintaining your
motor home will provide you

with

many years

of

recreational pleasure.

THE . OWNER'S INFORMATION PACKAqE

,

This package contains very valuable documents

about

systems. This

Since this owner's manual does
ble detail
in your
tional material in the package
ly

sure you read all this information and understand the

safety
package. Keep these references handy.
decide to sell or trade your
new

CHASSIS

Chevrolet

Cutaway

identify the vehicle and components used on the vehi-

cle. The V,I.N. or Vehicle Identification Number is

legal· identification
the

found

visible through

tion

turer

Identific;ltion Number

tification

this

wood'dea,ler

KEYS,

Record all

at

your

motor

of

equipment

motor

operate, maintain and troubleshoot those items.

and operating instructions included in

owner gets all

AND

Your motor home may be

G30

Van

number on the vehicle registration. The V.I.N. is

on the

whan

number

ordering parts from

or

chassis dealer service center. The Fleetwood

tag located in the driver's step well. Use

when

AND

The 'keys

home and in

to

key numbers and keep them in a safe place

home and its components and

Owner's

home, there are booklets and instruc-

Manual is in this package.

not

cover every possi-

and

options installed on or

that

will

help you safe-

If

motor

the

material in this package.

home, be sure

you ever

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION

built

on either

Cutaway Van or the Ford

chassis. Several numbers are used

of

the

completed vehicle and is

left

top

of

the

instrument

the

windshield. Refer

the

(F.I.N.)

ordering parts through your Fleet-

or Service Center.

is located on the cer-

panel and is

to

this informa-

chassis manufac-

E350

LOCKS

your

motor

the

home are pictured below.

motor

home.

Be
the
the

the

to

the

Key

No.:

_______________

Other

different, many good publications are available for

RV'ers. These books and magazines
and guidelines ranging from safe operation
RV

tories

accounts
entertaining and informative.

of

Sources

Since everyone's recreational and travel needs

to regional recipe favorites, travel hints and direc-

of

all kinds. Many

of

The following is a list

interest:

TL Enterprises

29901 Agoura Road
Agoura,

Intertec
P.O.
Overland Park,

Woodall Publishing
Box F
Highland Park,

Trail-R-Club
Box
Beverly Hills,

Family Motorcoaching
8291 Clugh Pike
Cincinnati,

Of

Information

of

them

experienced RV'ers

of

publishers

CA 91300

Box 12901

KS

66212

Co.

IL

60035

of

America

1376

B

OH

CA

45244

90213

offer

many tips

contain first-person

that

can be

that

_

are

of

your

both

may be

.',

";'1·

3

Scott,

1909

Washington,

Recreation Vehicle Industries Association
P.O.
1896
Reston, VA

Foresman &

K St.

Box

Preston

N.W.

2999

22090

D.C.

White

Co.

20049

Drive

1989

TIOGA ARROW

EMERGENCY

AND

IDENTIFICATION

INFORMATION"

Before

we

explain

how

things work, take a few minutes to fill in the information

on

these

two

pages.

It'll

be

a handy reference

for

you

in

the future.

Your Name

_____________________________________________________________

_

Model

_________________________________________________________________

___

Serial.

Number .

____________________________________________________________

_

Date Purchased .

____________________________________________________________

__

DealerName.

________

~------------------------------------------~---------

Address

__________________________________________________________________

__

Insurance Policy
G9mpanY.

________________________________________________________________

_

Agent Name

_______________________________________________________________

_

. Telephone.

__________

~

____________________________________________________

_

Policy Number

______________________________________________________________

_

Range/Oven
Manufacturer

______________________________________________________________

__

Model

___________________________________________________________________

_

Serial Number

___________________________________________________________

_

Refrigerator
Manufacturer

_____________________________________________________________

_

Model

________________________________

~_

Serial Number

_____________________________________

.

Furnace
Manufacturer

______________________________________________________________

_

Model

_________________________________

_

Serial Number

___________________________________________________________

_

4

..

Weter Heater
Manufacturer
Model
Serial

Air
ManLJfacturer
Model
Serial
Microwave Oven
Manufacturer
Model
Serial
Stereo
Manufacturer
Model

Number

Conditioner

Number

Number

','.

Serial
Generator

Manufacturer
Model

Serial

MiscelianeoLJs

Key Number

Number

Number

5

PRE.:rRAVEL

Exterior

Disconnect water. electrical. and drain lines
Check roof top carrier (if installed)
Remove blocks
Check wheel
Check
Check
Check tires and adjust pressures
Check batteries
Check running lights. turn signals. interior and panel lights
Check
Check cooling system
Check windshield wipers. washers. and washer fluid
Retract step

LPG

hitch

bral<es.

from

wheels

nut

torque. (See Chassis Operator's Manual)

tank level and refill

and hitch ball (if installed)

brake fluid. brake lights

CHECK

if

necessary

if

necessary

LIST

Interior

Lower
Lock refrigerator
Turn
Turn
Turn

Turn
Close cooktop cover
Close roof vents
Close all doors. drawers and

TV

antenna

off

water heater

off

water

off

furnace

off

range

door

pump

pilot

windows

6

COCKPIT

AND

DRIVER'S

CONTROLS

Consult Chevrolet or

Manual for details

Ford

Chassis Operator's

Cruise Control

See

Chassis Operator's Manual.

WARNING: Do not use the cruise control on siip­pery roads or

in

congested traffic.

Auxiliary Start System

The Auxiliary Start System permits using the auxiliary

(see

battery
engine
the Auxiliary

Auxiliary Start Switch

1.

Be

and apply. the parking

2.

Press
strument panel.

3.

Start engine

4.

Release

The

except

vehicle altemator is operating properly, the batteries will

be recharged while driving

Electrical System) to start the motor home

if

the main vehicle battery

Start System:

sure the vehicle is stopped, shift to

brake.

and hold the Auxiliary Start switch

with

ignition switch.

Auxiliary Start switch.

Auxiliary Start System

to

aid in starting the motor home

Is

discharged.

has

no effect

(see

Electrical System).

on
engine.

To

"P"

(PARK)

on

the in-

the vehicle

If the

use

Driver/Passenger Seats

The driver's and passenger's seats. offer four posi-

tion/comfort adjustments:

CAUTION:
the

vehicle

• Forward/Back - The forward/back lever is located
under the front left

Pull the lever toward the left outside

unlock.
position.

• Swivel - The swivel lock lever is located under the

Do not adjust the seat position

i8

in

motion.

of

the seat.

Release

the lock lever to secure the seat

whOe

of

the seat to

front right of the seat.
Uft the

in

seat will swivel freely around to the center position.

• Recline
arm

lever

forward

the center, forward position. When unlocked, the

-The

rest.

and

up to swivel. The seat

recliner lever

is

located on the right

locks

Seat Belts

Seat

belts

are

an

important safety feature of your

cle.

For

your protection, always use your seat belts.
driver's seat and other seats designed to carry
passengers while under way have been equipped with
seat belts.

WARNING: All riders should be fumished with and

use

seat

belts while the vehicle is

which are not equipeed
not be occupied

wID

be labeled:

CLE

is

IN

persons using beds.

Adjust seat belts

•

Pivot buckle

the desired length.

•

To

fasten belt. be sure
the tongue end
mating
ly
greatest safety.

•

To

of

Neveruse

belt.

as

low

release the belt, depress the button in the center

the buckle

while the vehicle is in motion and

"NOT

MOTION:'

as

at

right angles to the belt and pull to

of

Be

sure

on the abdomen

and

·a

belt for more than one person

with

FOR

USE

It

Is

not

follows:

it

is

one belt into the buckle

it

latches. Adjust the belt snug-

slide the tongue out

In

motion. Seats

safety belts should

WHILE THE VEHI-

possible

not

twisted;: then push

as

comfort will allow, for

to

of

vehi-

The

belt in

of

the

the buckle.

at

a time.

Child Restraint

All vehicle occupants, and especially children, should

be

restrained

in

your arms is
system.
can be struck or crushed by any unrestrained rider. An
unrestrained child could also be injured by striking the
interior, or by being thrown from the vehicle during a
sudden maneuver or impact. A child restraint system
can help

restraint systems

cle

seats

belt. Children could be endangered in a crash

child restraints

Children
should
the following may provide some degree
if a child restraint is

• Infants
padded baby carrier.
seat and securely restrain
belts.

whenever riding in vehicles. Holding a

not

a substitute for a child restraint

In

an

accident, a child held in a person's arms

protect a child while riding in a vehicle. Child

are

designed

by

lap belts or the

are

not properly secured in the vehicle.

small enough for a child restraint system

be

restrained that way if at

not

who

cannot sit up should be placed in a

to

be secured in the vehi-

lap

portion

used.

Put

it

crosswise on the vehicle

it

of

a lap-shoulder

all

possible.

with

the vehicle's seat

However,

of

protection

if

child

their

7

• Children who
restrained with
stand or kneel

When using
and follow
come with the system.

When securing a child restraint with a
has no retractor,

adjustment mechanism.

If the child restraint
seating position
and the child restraint manufacturer for

can

the

on

any

child

all

instructions

pull the

in

the vehide andlor contact your

sit

up

seat

belts provided.

any

seat.

restraint

on

excess

is

still not

by

themselves should

Never

system,

installation

webbing through the

secure.

Side Slider Windows

Turn

lock, slide window andlor screen to open

close.

NOTE:

They

dow

the screens will

have

Screens

may

~

must

be

to

be replaced.

are

not removable for cleaning.

pushed

used

out

of their frames

for emergency exit.

be

destroyed and

wiH

be

sure

and

lap

use

a different

help.

if

the win·

In

this

probably

be

let a child

to

read

use

that

belt that

dealer

and

case,

Allow for the extra height of your motor home

avoid

areas

having low
low·hanging tree branches
whenever you drive or park. Avoid
ing

in

for

service.

of overpasses
portant
if the motor home
tioner, roof rack,

Whim parking parallel to a
poles or obstructions
the motor home swing wider than
parking on

in

the direction of the

shift the transmission to
ing brake when parking.

fUEL AND

See

the
Information
the generator

engine fuel

for the generator before deciding on a fuel type.

and

if

you

drive with the overhead vents

an

incline.

FUEL

Cha~sis

Package

fuel

supply,

supply

overhead

Always check overhead clearances

bridges. This may

is

equipped with a roof air condi-

CB

or TVlradio antenna.

as

the front

turn

the

roll

to

aid

PARK

clearance.

or

other obstructions

low roofs when pull-

be

curb,

be

sure

and

an

automobile. When

front wheels into the curb

the parking

("P")

and set the park-

Check for

particularly im-

open

to allow for

rear

portions of

brake.

Always

SYSTEMS

Operator's Manual in the Owner's

for fuel recommendations. Since

is

the

same

as

the motor home

consult the operating instructions

,

and

or

DRIVING

Once you become accustomed

trois

and

will find driving the motor home comparable

.

your family. car

-the

motor

'maneuveringto.allowforthe

'"ve!:licle.Always

lanes. learn to use the side mirrors to
behind. Check them often. . CAP"ROTATEIT SLOWLY'ONLY'FARENOUGWIt)

Drive

all

speed
of your motor home will vary with
conditions.

Remember that your motor home is heavier than a or vacuum, or from sudden

car,

making

Also. because of

easily affected
for passing and stopping,

particularly in traffic and in gusty wind conditions. the motor horne could damage the exterior finish, and

Driving on winding or mountain roads is not difficult is

if

done
speeds when ascending or descending hills and always
operate in the proper transmission
hills to avoid overheating or undue engine
Downshift when descending
power will help control vehicle
of the strain

Road

factors

ing or desert temperatures can put extreme demands

on drivetrain components-especially the transmission.

Under extreme heat conditions you may need to turn

off

the vehicle air conditioner to Improve engine

transmission cooling.

AND

the

.'

with

and safety

with

conditions, terrain, weather,

are

sometimes unpredictable.

PARKING

reference

..

home . in • traffic.

allow_

consideration on the highway, observing ALLOW

it

less maneuverable and harder

by

reasonable

on

points from the driver's

Become.familiar with the position of

and"

length 'and width-

extra

.roomto

regulations.

its greater

cross winds. Allow

and

the

brakes.

The

side

surface

drive at a moderate

care.

Observe proper vehicle

grades.

speed,

Fuel

RI1

to

the

feel

of the can·

seat,

you

to

driving Modem

be

..

cautious when _ . ,weather;.-Und$l':cartalnconc:frtions,sudden

ofthe,'Pressurewhen.removing

comer,'and

best cruising

road

range.

and

and

and

to

change

.•

viewtheJoad

speed

and

weather

to

stop.

area,

it

extra

Engine

mountain driv·

is more your Fleetwood motor home

distances

speed,

Downshift on

loads.

braking

relieve

'

other driving

some

and

.. ·,.gasoline ,fromthe.'fillopenlng, :causlng a possible.

The fuel filler cap is located on the rear

fuel

systems

the.

,tank,as,the,gasoline,wanns:during.use 'or· hot

• ',WARNING:'WHEN.REMOVING'-THE':GASOUNE
PRESSURE

"HISSING" SOUNDS
REMOVAL

To

protect the gasoline system from excessive pressure

lost caps with

Clean

a·

serious fire hazard.

Fuel

Types

Today's automotive fuel and

sophisticated

state emissions
sitive to fuel types and blends, particularlv blends that
are

optimized for climatic conditions.

the additives in the fuel to compensate for temperature

variations during winter or summer months. This
pensation
means that the

it

than
temperatures help the fuel vaporize in the
colder tempjlratures reduce the fuel's ability to vaporize

OF

up fuel spills immediately.

And

and

changes

does during the summer when higher air

may

build up vapor

-the .gasoline cap can spray

TO

STOP,

THE

CAP.

caps

of

the same design available from

Vapor Lock

highly

standards.

fuel vaporizes easier during the winter

engineered

They

the "vapor pressure" of the

of

pressure

release

RELEASE.

release

dealer.

(lrn;~mi,,"~

are

AFTER

COMPLETE

of

pressure. replace

Raw

fuel spilled on

~'{l!tems

to

m~~,.,

f'OOmallJnd

also sometimes

Fuel

refiners

engine.

the coach.

within

of. this

hazard.

ANY

THE

change

com·

fuel.

Since

are

sen-

This

8

and burn in your engine. additives help raise the volatili­ty

of

the fuel. This helps the engine start easier and
run smoother during winter
conditions, the refiners supply their gas station customers

with

the correct fuel for their location and seasonal con­ditions. Sometimes though. fuel blended for winter
supplied during summer months.

What
"vapor
a combination

higher temperatures under the hoodl, and excessive fuel

vaporization caused by

you are using.
perly tuned and maintained. you should not experience
vapor lock.
be
tion attendant
fuel tank.
recognized fuel dealers, your chances
be reduced.
winter
blended fuel in
of
vapor lock until

Another note on long storage -

your motor home for a long period in conditions
varying humidity, consider topping

will reduce

could :cause rough engine operation, fuel filter blockage.
or

THE

Altemative Fuel

Gasohol, a mixture

methanol and gasoline may be used in your motor home

engine

UNDER
CONTAINING MORE

ETHANOL.

BOTH METHANOL
use' containing alcohol
other

this all means is

lock"

during summer driving. This condition is

of

new

If

your engine and fuel system are pro-

If vapor lock occurs. the fuel itself could

the

cause. If

months, avoid storing large quantities

storage in

other

NOTE:
STORAGE
DETERIORATE
DAMAGE RUBBER

CELERATOR
BURETOR INLET VALVES.
SMALL

A
STABlUZER
POWERED VEHICLES WHENEVER ACTUAL
EXPECTED

FOLLOW ADDITIVE MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUC·
TlONS.
ING
CULATE
THROUGHOUT THE

problems associated

FUEl

COMMERCIAllY

OPERATE

THE STORAGE

at

all possible. check

as

to

the

If you purchase your fuel from nationally

If you store your

the

tank. When you take the vehicle

the

spring

it

is used up.

the

buildup

DURING

(60

DAYS OR MORE). GASOUNE MAY

DUE TO OXIDATION. THIS CAN

SYSTEM SUCH

PUMP.

ORIFICES.

MAY

STORAGE

THE VEHICLE

THE

Types

without

ANY

additives

voiding the warranty. However. DO NOT

CIRCUMSTANCES

THAN

AND

DO NOT

AND

to

protect

months: Under the best

that

there is a possibility

engine design (with attendant

the

vapor pressure

with

fuel blend before filling your

of

motor

or

summer, this fuel may cause

if

of

the gas sta-

vapor lock can

home during the

of

you plan

of widely

off

the

fuel tank. This

of

condensation in the tank

with

water in the fuel.

EXTENDED PERIODS OF

AND

OTHER

AS

DIAPHRAGMS.

IT

AVAILABLE GASOUNE

BE

ADDED TO GASOUNE·

PERIODS

PERIOD

ANTI·OXIDANT

FUEL

of

ethanol (grain alcohol), or

5%

USE

ETHANOL.

must

also contain cosolvents

the

fuel system components.

MATERIALS IN

CARBURETOR AC-

AND

MAY ALSO

EXCEED

REGULARLY

TO

SYSTEM.

USE

METHANOL

BLENDS

Any

60

MIX

AND

AGENT

FUEL

THAT CONTAIN

tuel blend you

CLOG

DAYS.

BLENDS

OR

of

is

of

the fuel

winter

out

to

store

that

CAR-

FUEL

OR

DUR·

CIR·

10%

,and

If you
alcohol/gasoline blend you intend to
vice
alcohol/gasoline blend
problems occur.

Chemical reactions between
the materials in the fuel lines can cause deterioration
of
are
to use alcohol blended fuel, and expect
motor home for periods
additive
tion effects.
additives and their

If

ing or softening of the paint may result.

are

not

sure

of

the composition of the

use.

ask your se,·

station

the fuel lines during storage periods,:These effects

especially noticeable

that

gasohol is spilled on a painted surface. some dull-

operator,

is formulated to counteract these oxida-

Your

dealer can advise you on

use.

Discontinue

if

driveability or fuel system

the

fuel components

with

gasohol

of

60

days or more. add a fuel

use

bl,ends.

to

of

If you

store your

the

proper

Overheating

Operate and service the engine and cooling systems

as

in your vehicle
Operator's Manual.

recommended in

the

Chassis

CARBON MONOXIDE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Carbon monoxide is a colorless, tasteless. odorless

It

gas.
engines in your motor home and generator system
installed) produce

. CARBON MONOXIDE IS DEADLY.

understand
and others
poisoning.

symptoms:

ide poisoning.
out
assistance.

is a by-product

the

following precautions

from

WARNING: EXHAUST GASES ARE DEADLY.
NOT BLOCK THE TAILPIPES OR SITUATE THE
VEHICLE IN A
GASES
ING OUTSIDE. UNDERNEATH. OR INSIDE YOUR
VEHICLE OR
AIR
INSIDE
OTHER
OUTLET.
SAFE
ASSURED.

TO

DISPERSED

Beware

Dizziness
Intense Headache
Weakness and Sleepiness
Vomiting

Muscular Twitching
Throbbing in Temples

If symptoms indicate

HAVE ANY POSSIBILITY OF ACCUMULAT-

ANY

MOVEMENlS

THE VEHICLE THROUGH WINDOWS

OPENINGS

OPERATE

DISPERSION OF EXHAUST GASES CAN

AND

BE

SURE THAT EXHAUST CONTINUES TO

SAFELY.

of

exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) poisoning

tum

into fresh air

of

combustion in engine(s). The

it

constantly

the

effects

PLACE

NEARBY VEHICLES. OUTSIDE

CAN CARRY EXHAUST GASES
REMOTE

TijE

MONIlOR OUTSIDE CONDITIONS

the

off

the

at

once. and

while

thl!¥

are running.

P1~ase

to

of

..

carbon monoxide

WHERE THE EXHAUST

FROM THE EXHAUST

ENGINE(S) ONLY WHEN

possibility

englne(s) immediately. get

of

summon

relld,apd

protect yourself

DO

OR

BE
BE

.

carbon monox-

medical

any

and

plan

·.(if

','

9

WARNING: DO NOT
STANCES OPERATE
SLEEPING.

You

would not

to

assure that engine exhaust does not enter 'the in­terior, and you would
symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning.

During stops while
systems for road
a damaged exhaust system.

Check
maintenance, and repair any leaks, damage, or
tions before further operations.

Do
without

SAFETY

Read

When backing the motor home. have a person stand
to

the rear on the driver's side

Before departing on a trip, check your routes.

Remember, some tunnels prohibit motor homes
gas systems.

Drive at moderate speeds, particularly in traffic and
in gusty

'Allow

..

,Whiletraveling"make

belts.

.

While'traveling, make sure'all. doors are closed and

cabinets,

Instruct your family on

and hold fll'll drills periodically.

Maintain proper charge in the fire extinguisher.

the

not

modify the exhaust system(s) in any way

first consulting the

TIPS

and understand the Chassis Operator's Manual.

wind

..

extradistance

drawers, and loosa objects are secure.

be

damage.

exhaust

conditions.

Gas detectors 818 available from

and

may

be considered as safety accessories.
Keep a
Keep a tool box handy.
Check tire's often while traveling. Inside rear duals

should receive special attention, as these

flat and

could lead

ficult

pressures
and when
tread surface
inflated tires produce a
If

the tire is flat, the sound will be a dull

well stocked first-aid kit handy.

not

be noticed. Running a flat on an inside dual

to

a tire fire

to

extinguish. Make

with

an accurate tire gauge before each trip,

re-fueling give eech tire a sharp rap on the

with

a hammer

UNDER

ANY

able to monitor outside conditions

not

be

alert to exhaust odors or

traveling, inspect the exhaust

Do

not operate

system(s) during routine

RV

for/passing and stopping.

sure.

all 'occupants usa' their saat

what

that

it

"bung"

ANY CIRCUM-

ENGINE WHILE

an

engine

obstruc-

manufacturer.

to

guide you.

with

to

do

in casa

RV

equipment

would be extremely dif-

a habit

or

similar object. Properly

sound when rapped.

to

of.

dealers,

tires may go

check tire

"thud".

with

LP

fire.

WARNING: WHEN INSTALLING

COVER,
ON
COVER
FLOOR
RUPT
ENGINE

IS NOT

HAUST
PASSENGER
TY
THE
PURPOSES,
ADEQUATELY

BE

SURE

THE

GASKET SEAL AND

SCREWS.

MAlS

THE

HAZARD.

ENGINE

OR

SEAL

BETWEEN

COMPARTMENT.

INSTALLED

GASES COULD

COMPARTMENT

IF

THE

COVER

BE

SURE

VENTILATED.

THE

COVER

DO

NOT

OTHER

IF

CORRECTLY,

ENGINE

OFF

THE

ALLOW CARPETING,

MATERIAL

THE

THE

MUST

FOR

VEHICLE INTERIOR IS

THE

IS

FULLY

SECURED

TO

COVER

ENGINE

LEAK

CREATING

MAINTENANCE

AND

ENGINE

INTO THE

BE

RUN

ENGINE

SEATED

BY

THE

INTER-

THE

COVER

EX-

A

SAFE-

WITH

TIRES

Your

motor home is equipped
normal circumstances and with proper maintenance. you
should receive thousands of miles of troublefree service.

For

safety and maximum tire life, proper inflation

pressure must

also affected significantly by tire pressure. and properly

inflated tires contributes
and safety. The load range and maximum inflation
pressure
inflated

to

WARNING: CHECK
ALWAYS. CHECK
.COLO.
TlRE5.FOLLOW THE

TlONSINTHECHASSIS

WARNING:

TlRE'THATIS

SPEEDS

WIlL

OVERHEAT

MAY

LOSE
POSSIBLY
HICLE
INJURY.

NOTE:
LY.

THEY COULD WORK LOOSE DURING

DRIVING.

be

maintained. Motor home stability

to

are stamped on the tire side wall. Keep tires

this rated cold pressure.

TIRE

·PRESSURE.

'AND.

DO NOT BtEED AIR OUT·OF WARM

TIRE

KEEP

TIRES

RUN

LONG

WHILE

AIR SUDDENLY ANDIOR

RESUIl1NG IN DAMAGE

AND

CHECK

SERIOUSLY

TO

THE

ITS

CONTENlS ANDIOR PERSONAL

THE

WHEEL

with

truck tires. Under

is

overall motor home stability

PRESSURES

WHEN 'TIRES ARE

PRESSURE

OPERATOR~S

PROPERLY

DISTANCES

UNDER-INFLATED

POINT

WHERE

COVERS

OFTEN.

INSTRUC­MANUAL

INFLATED. A

OR

AT HIGH

THE

TIRE
CATCH
TO

PERIODICAL-

FIRE,

THE VE-

•

Tire Replacement

Replacement tires
at least
equipment.
motorhome have weight carryinlj uap"dliei> l,\J support
gross axle weight ratings

Federal Certification

the driver's seat. .

capecities for your

Refer

the

to

same

The

the

must

be

the same size and have

weight carrying capacity as the original

original equipment

(GAWR)

Tag

located on the sidewall near

Federal

Certification

motor

home.

ji,

"'.'

,,<

'1'1"11'1(1

as stated on

Tag

for specific axle

c,"

~~)ur

the

ENGINE

. The

by

removing the engine cover.

ACCESS

top

of

the

engine may

be

accessed for sarvice

Changing A

CONSUIJ'
INFORMATION

,10

THE

Rat

Tire

CHASSIS

ON

TIRE

OPERATOR'S

CHANGING.

MANUAL

FOR