Jayco 2016 ALANTE, 2015 PRECEPT User Manual

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2016 ALANTE

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CLASS A MOTORHOMES

ALANTE CLASS A MOTOR HOMES TABLE OF CONTENTS

WARNING: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL AND COMPONENT

MANUFACTURER SUPPLIED INFORMATION BEFORE USING YOUR RV.

This manual has been provided by Jayco, Inc. for the sole purpose of providing instructions concerning the operation and maintenance of this vehicle and its components. Nothing in this manual creates any warranty, either expressed or implied. The only warranty offered by Jayco, Inc. is as set forth in the limited warranty applicable to t hi s vehicle.

The owner’s failure to provide require d service and/or main tenance could r esult in the loss of warranty. The owner should review Jayco’s limited warranty and the limited warranties that apply to specific components that are offered with this vehicle.

Instructions are included in the manual for operating various components which are optional on some vehicles or may not be available on your particular model.

“If so equipped” does not indicate or imply that the component(s) or option(s) were at any time available, or can be retrofitted to your model. In

addition, the owner should r efer to individ ual manufactur er’s operating i nstructions contained in the owner’s packet.

TABLE OF CONTENTS ALANTE CLASS A MOTOR HOMES

Section 1: WARRANTY & SERVICE

About This Manual .............................................................................................. 1-1

Chassis Guide ..................................................................................................... 1-1

Customer Relations ............................................................................................. 1-4

Customer Responsibility ..................................................................................... 1-3

Dealer Responsibility .......................................................................................... 1-3

Jayco Customer First Emergency Roadside Assistance ..................................... 1-6

JayPlus™ Extended Service Contract ................................................................ 1-6

Jayco Travel Club ............................................................................................... 1-5

Manufacturing Process ....................................................................................... 1-3

Motorized Limited Warranty ................................................................................ 1-8

Motorized Rental Limited W arranty ................................................................... 1-13

A Notice To Jayco Dealers ................................................................................ 1-12

Obtaining Emergency Warranty Repair ............................................................... 1-6

Obtaining Service At Jayco ................................................................................. 1-7

Obtaining Service For Separately Warranted Items ............................................ 1-7

Replacement Parts .............................................................................................. 1-7

Reporting Safety Defects .................................................................................... 1-2

Safety Alerts ........................................................................................................ 1-1

Suggestions For Obtaining Service ..................................................................... 1-4

Update Your Contact Information ........................................................................ 1-5

Warranty Packet .................................................................................................. 1-1

Section 2: OCCUPANT SAFETY

Combination Carbon Monoxide/Propane Alarm .................................................. 2-4

Cold Weather Usage ........................................................................................... 2-8

Condensation ...................................................................................................... 2-8

Extended Dry Camping ....................................................................................... 2-7

Fire Extinguisher ................................................................................................. 2-1

Fire Safety ........................................................................................................... 2-1

Formaldehyde ..................................................................................................... 2-7

Other Fire Safety Information .............................................................................. 2-1

Secondary Means Of Escape ............................................................................. 2-1

Smoke Alarm....................................................................................................... 2-2

SECTION 3: PRE-TRAVEL INFORMATION

Exterior Compartments ....................................................................................... 3-1

Loading Your RV ................................................................................................. 3-1

Trailer Plug .......................................................................................................... 3-4

Using The Rear Hitch .......................................................................................... 3-2

Vehicle Labels ..................................................................................................... 3-1

Weighing Your Motor Home ................................................................................ 3-4

Weight Labels ..................................................................................................... 3-4

SECTION 4: VEHICLE OPERATION

Braking & Stopping ............................................................................................. 4-4

Changing A Tire .................................................................................................. 4-6

Child Safety Restraint Systems ........................................................................... 4-2

Climate Control System .................................................................................... 4-10

Driver & Front Passenger Seat ........................................................................... 4-2

Emergency Stopping ........................................................................................... 4-7

Emergency Towing ............................................................................................. 4-8

Entrance Door ..................................................................................................... 4-1

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Front Axle Tire Alignment .................................................................................... 4-4

Instrument Panel.................................................................................................. 4-3

Keys/Locks .......................................................................................................... 4-1

Leveling Jacks ..................................................................................................... 4-8

Parking Brake ...................................................................................................... 4-4

Power Entry Door Step ........................................................................................ 4-1

Rear Vision Camera ............................................................................................ 4-3

Seat Belts ............................................................................................................ 4-2

Side View Power Mirrors ..................................................................................... 4-3

Tires ..................................................................................................................... 4-5

Wheel Bearings & Brakes .................................................................................... 4-7

Wheel Lugs/Wheel Liners .................................................................................... 4-7

SECTION 5: SLIDEOUT SYSTEMS

Operating the Slideout ......................................................................................... 5-1

Troubleshooting the Slideout ............................................................................... 5-2

SECTION 6: 50 AMP ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

120-volt Circuit Breakers ..................................................................................... 6-2

120-volt AC System – 30 AMP (If So Equipped) ................................................. 6-9

120-volt AC System – 50 AMP (If So Equipped) ............................................... 6-10

12-volt Battery Disconnect ................................................................................... 6-3

12-volt DC Outlet (If So Equipped) ...................................................................... 6-8

12-volt DC System ............................................................................................... 6-3

12-volt Fuse Panel ............................................................................................... 6-5

Approximate Electrical Load Ratings ................................................................... 6-8

Auxiliary Start System .......................................................................................... 6-3

Calculating Electric al Load ................................................................................ 6-12

Chassis Batteries ................................................................................................. 6-5

Command Center ................................................................................................ 6-2

Electrical System Maintenance ............................................................................ 6-1

Generator ............................................................................................................ 6-6

GFCI Receptacle Outlet ....................................................................................... 6-3

House Batteries ................................................................................................... 6-4

In Case Of An Electrical Fire ............................................................................... 6-1

Inverter ................................................................................................................ 6-8

Isolator Solenoid .................................................................................................. 6-5

Power Converter .................................................................................................. 6-2

Power Cord ........................................................................................................ 6-10

Replacing Light Bulbs .......................................................................................... 6-8

SECTION 7: FUEL & PROPANE SYSTEM

Calculating Propane Usage ................................................................................. 7-7

Cooking With Propane Gas ................................................................................. 7-8

Exhaust Gas Fumes ............................................................................................ 7-2

Fuel Economy ...................................................................................................... 7-2

Fuel Safety .......................................................................................................... 7-1

Propane Gas Container ....................................................................................... 7-5

Propane Gas System ........................................................................................... 7-3

Propane Leak Test .............................................................................................. 7-4

Propane Safety Procedures ................................................................................. 7-4

Traveling With Propane ....................................................................................... 7-9

Using The Propane System ................................................................................. 7-7

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SECTION 8: PLUMBING SYSTEM

12-volt Water Pump & Switch ............................................................................. 8-3

Bathroom Tub/Shower ...................................................................................... 8-10

Black & Grey Tank Drains ................................................................................. 8-17

Black Tank Flush (If So Equipped) .................................................................... 8-18

Black/Grey Water Holding Tanks ...................................................................... 8-16

Black/Grey Water System ................................................................................. 8-16

City Water Fill .................................................................................................... 8-12

City Water Tank Fill ........................................................................................... 8-13

Country Water Fill ............................................................................................. 8-13

Draining the Fresh Water System ..................................................................... 8-11

Faucets ............................................................................................................... 8-9

Fresh Water Holding Tank .................................................................................. 8-2

Fresh Water System ........................................................................................... 8-1

Hardware & Sink or Shower Fixtures ................................................................ 8-10

Monitor Panel ...................................................................................................... 8-1

Outside Shower ................................................................................................... 8-9

Plumbing System Maintenance ........................................................................... 8-1

Sanitization ....................................................................................................... 8-14

Toilet ................................................................................................................. 8-18

Utility Center ..................................................................................................... 8-12

Utility Center Normal Sett i ng ............................................................................. 8-14

Water Heater ....................................................................................................... 8-3

Water Pressure Regulator (Customer Supplied) ................................................. 8-2

Water Purification System ................................................................................. 8-11

Winterization ..................................................................................................... 8-15

SECTION 9: HEATING & COOLING

Air Conditioner .................................................................................................... 9-1

Attic Fan .............................................................................................................. 9-1

Ducting & Return Air ........................................................................................... 9-1

Furnace ............................................................................................................... 9-1

Thermostat .......................................................................................................... 9-1

SECTION 10: APPLIANCES

BBQ Grill (If So Equipped) ................................................................................ 10-4

Cleaning Your Refrigerator ............................................................................... 10-1

Cooking With Propane ...................................................................................... 10-3

Cooktop (If So Equipped) .................................................................................. 10-4

In Case of Grease Fire ...................................................................................... 10-4

Kitchen Range & Oven (If S o Equipped) ........................................................... 10-3

Microwave ......................................................................................................... 10-2

Refrigerator ....................................................................................................... 10-1

SECTION 11: ELECTRONICS

Satellite (If So Equipped) .................................................................................. 11-2

Television Power Supply ................................................................................... 11-1

Television Roof Antenna ................................................................................... 11-1

SECTION 12: INTERIOR

ABS Plastics ..................................................................................................... 12-5

Bed Storage ...................................................................................................... 12-3

Booth Dinette (If So Equipped) ......................................................................... 12-1

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Cabinetry & Tables ............................................................................................ 12-4

Cab-Over Bunk Bed (If So Equipped) ................................................................ 12-2

Cleaning The Interior ......................................................................................... 12-1

Countertops ....................................................................................................... 12-5

Décor Items ....................................................................................................... 12-4

Flooring .............................................................................................................. 12-5

Free Standing Table & Chairs (If So Equipped) ................................................. 12-3

Furniture Upholstery .......................................................................................... 12-3

Hide-A-Bed (If So Equipped) ............................................................................. 12-1

Interior Wall Panel ............................................................................................. 12-5

J-Steel Sofa (If So Equipped) ............................................................................ 12-1

Pantry ................................................................................................................ 12-4

Privacy Drape Installation .................................................................................. 12-4

SECTION 13: EXTERIOR

Chassis Maintenance ........................................................................................ 13-4

Cleaning The Exterior ........................................................................................ 13-1

Exterior Roof & S idewall Vents .......................................................................... 13-4

Frame ................................................................................................................ 13-4

Patio Awning ...................................................................................................... 13-1

Roof Ladder (If So Equipped) ............................................................................ 13-1

Sealants ............................................................................................................. 13-4

Windows ............................................................................................................ 13-4

SECTION 14: TRAVEL/CAMPING/STORAGE CHECKLISTS

Maintenance Checklist ....................................................................................... 14-4

Motor Home Storage ......................................................................................... 14-2

Ready to Leave Checklist .................................................................................. 14-1

RV Start-Up ....................................................................................................... 14-1

SECTION 15: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Featured Components Quick Reference Chart .................................................. 15-1

Change of Address/Ownership Form ................................................................. 15-2

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Congratulations! Thank you for selecting a Jayco RV. We are excited to welcome you to our growing RV family. Jayco is the largest privately held manufacturer of recreation vehicles in the world. We are committed to being the most respected name in RVs. We invite you to drop by our Visi tors Center loc ated in Middlebury, Indiana. T o book a group tour or check our scheduled fac tory tour times (free admission, closed holidays) please call 1-800-RV-JAYCO.

ABOUT THIS MANUAL

This manual is a guide to the operati on and maintenance of your RV. Jayco RVs are available in several sizes and models, so accessories and components may differ. Some equipment des cribed in this manual may not apply to your RV. If you find the components vary sig nificantly from what is des cribed, contact your dealer to ensure you have the correct information. Nothing in this manual creates any warranty, either expressed or implied, nor does it cover every possible detail of equipment, standard or option, installed on or in your RV.

Information, illustrat ions and specifications in this manual reflect the most current available at the time of publication approval, are subject to change and not intended to indicate actual size.

WARRANTY PACKET

The Warranty Packet contains original equipment manufacturer (OEM) operator manuals, warranty cards and/or registrations. It is important you complete and mail the warranty cards and registrations within the presc ribed time limits to avoid loss of warranty coverage. This manual and the Warranty Packet should be considered a permanent part of the RV. If the RV is sold, they should remain with the RV for the next owner.

CHASSIS GUIDE

Throughout this manual, frequent reference is made to the vehicle’s Chassis Guide.

The Chassis guide refers to the chassis manufacturer’s owner manual, warranty cards and/or registrations. The chassis guide has pertine nt information regarding the transmission, tires, etc. consult the Chassis Guide for operating safety, maintenance, servicing instructions and warranty coverage.

SAFETY ALERTS

Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. To help you make informed decisions, we have provided opera ting procedures and other informati on on safety labels affixed to your RV and in this manual.

Please call your dealer or Jayco Customer Service if you are unsure how to proceed. Always use the appropriate safety gear when servicing or maintaining your RV.

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to pot ential personal injury hazards. Obey all safet y messages that follow this symb ol to avoid possible injury or death.

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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS

In the United States

If you believe that your RV has an alleged defect that could cause a crash or cause injury or death, you shoul d immediately inf orm the National Hi ghway Traff ic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Jayco.

If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an inve stigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exist s in a group of veh icles it may order a recall and remed y campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer or Jayco. For additional informati on, please refer to the NHTSA website at www.safercar.gov.

To contact NHTSA by phone:

Call the Department of T ransportat ion (DOT ) Vehic le Safet y Hotl ine at 1-888- 3274236 and a NHTSA represe ntative will rec ord your complaint informat ion (TTY: 1800-424-9153 or 1-202-484-5238).

To contact NHTSA by mail:

Office of Defects Investigations/CRD NVS-216 1200 New Jersey Ave SE Washington, DC 20590

In Canada

If you believe your RV has an alleged safety def ect, you should contact T ransport Canada and Jayco. Transport Canada pref ers to be called instead of post ed mail or email as it enables t heir i nvestigat ors to c onfirm that your inform ation is correct, and to answer your ques tions accurately. For additional information, please refer to the Transport Canada website at www.tc.gc.ca.

To contact Transport Canada by phone:

Call 1-800-333-0510 (or 1-613-993-98 51 if y ou are cal ling fr om the Ott awa regi on) and ask to speak to a defect investigator.

DANGER

This indicates an imminently hazardous situation that , if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING

This indicates a potentially h azardous situation t hat, if not avoided, will result

in death or serious injury.

CAUTION

This indicates a potentially h azardous situation t hat, if not avoided, will result

in minor or moderate injury.

CAUTION

This indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may

result in property damage

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To contact Transport Canada by mail:

Road Safety and Motor Vehicle Regulation Directorate Transport Canada Tower C, Place de Ville 330 Sparks Street Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0N5

MANUFACTURING PROCESS

Jayco recreation vehicles are manufactured for use as temporary living quarters for r ecreation, campi ng and tr avel uses, all a s define d by the bylaws of the Recreation Vehicle Industry Association (RVIA).

This recreation vehicle is not intended for use as a full-time residence or for commercial use. Commercial use means using the RV as a business asset suc h as a mobile office or using t he RV for lease or rental purposes.

Jayco reserves the right to discontinue or change spec ifications or design at any time without notice and witho ut incurring any obligation whats oever. RV’s built for sale in Canada may differ to conform to Canadian Codes.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITY

It is important you read and understand the information in this manual and your Warranty Packet using your RV.

Familiarize yourself with the applicable warranties. You are responsible for ensuring the procedures for obtaining warrant y repair are followed properly. It is your responsibility and obligation to return your RV to your dealer for warranty service repair.

As the owner of the RV, you are r esponsible for regular and proper mai ntenance performed in accordance with this manual and the OEM manuals. Regular and proper maintenance will hel p prevent conditions arisin g from neglect that are not covered by warranty.

As with your other personal belongings, it is important to protect yourself and others with insurance covera ge. Your insurance agent can ass ist you in obtaining the appropriate insurance coverage for personal liability, theft, collision, property damage, etc.

DEALER RESPONSIBILITY

At the time of sale of the new RV, your dealer is expected to: □ Deliver your RV in the best condition possible. Your RV must pass the

dealer’s pre-delivery ins pec tion (PDI), including all systems tests.

□ Provide orientation of the RV, its systems, components and operation. □ Request that you read all war ranty information and explain any provi sion not

clearly understood.

□ Ensure you receive the Warranty Packet. Your dealer can assist you in

completing the OEM warrant y cards or registrations, a nd locate any required component model or serial numbers.

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□ Complete and return th e “W ar rant y R egist rat i on an d C ust om er D elivery Form”

to Jayco within 10 days of delivery to activate the applicable warranty coverage.

The Motorized Limited Warranty is activated only after Jayco receives a signe d and dated “Warranty Registration and Customer Deliver y F orm” from your dealer.

SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE

The independent dealers authorized to sell Jayco RVs are also there to provide service after the sale. We work clos ely with t hem in an ef fort to keep you s atisfied. To help ensure your dealer provides the level of service you expect, here are some suggestions we would like to make:

Contact your dealer at once… Do not wait until you are ready to use your RV. Your dealer may not be able to service it immediately and/or the repair may require parts be ordered. T he dealer’s serv ice department i s busiest on Mondays, Fridays and before the holid ays.

Prepare for the appointment… If you are having warranty work performed, be sure to have the right papers with you.

Take your warranty folder and have your vehicle information available. Not all the work to be performed may be covere d by the warranty; disc uss additional charges with the dealer’s service management.

Prepare a list… Provide your dealer with a written list of specific rep airs needed. It is important that you provide any vehicle repair history to the dealer’s service manager. Keep a maintenance log of your RV service history. This can often provide a clue to the current issue.

Be reasonable with your requests… If you leave a list with several items and you need your RV returned back b y a specific time, discuss the sit uation with the dealer’s service management and list your items in order of priority. This may include making a second appointment for work not completed or parts that the dealer may need to order.

Don’t expect to look over the technician’s shoulder… Please do not be offended if you are told you cannot watch the work being done. S ome insurance requirements forbid admission of customers to the servic e area.

Inspect the work performed… Finally, check out the s ervice or repair job when you pick up your RV. Notify the dealer ’s service management immediatel y of any dissatisfaction. If you cannot return your RV immediately for repair, make an appointment as soon as possible.

Please be aware that all re pair businesses require notificati on of any issues with their repairs within a specified time limit. Make sure you are familiar with your dealer or RV repair center’s repair policies.

CUSTOMER RELATIONS

Jayco has empowered its dealers to make warranty and repair decisions. If a special circumstance occurs that requires informat ion from Jayco, we have asked your dealer’s service management to make the contact on your behalf. This is

why you should always talk to your dealer’s service management f irst.

When making contact with your dealer, please provide the f ol lowing information:

• Your name, location and pho ne number.

• Your RV 17-digit vehicle id entification number (VIN).

• Your date of purchase.

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• The name of your selling dealer. o If different from above, the contact information for the RV repair facility

you are contacting Jayco to discuss.

• A detailed description of the concern.

• If applicable, the component description, serial number and model number.

Mailing address Shipping address

Jayco, Inc. Jayco, Inc. Customer Service Customer Service P.O. Box 460 100 Bontrager Drive 903 S. Main Street Bldg 42 Door 4220 Middlebury IN 46540 Middlebury IN 46540

Phone (toll-free) (800) 283-8267 Phone (local) (574) 825-0608 Fax (toll-free) (866) 709-9139

Brochure request info@Jayco.com Parts email parts@Jayco.com Service email service@Jayco.com Website www.Jayco.com

An important note about alterations and warranties

Installations or al terati ons to t he origin al equ ipment vehicl e as distr ibuted b y Jayco are not covered by the Motorized Limited Warranty. The special body company, assembler, equipment installer or upfitter is solely responsible for warranties on the body or equipment and any alterat ions (or any effect of t he alterations) to any of the parts, components, s ystems or assemblies installed by Jayco. Jayco is not responsible for the safet y or quality of design features, materia ls or workmanship of any alterations by such suppliers.

UPDATE YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION

Help keep your contact information current so that, in the event of a recall or customer notification letter, you ar e notified. Please cop y and mail yo ur complet ed “Change of Address or Owners hip, Stolen, Totaled or Destroyed” form to Jayco.

If you purchased your RV as “used,” include proof of ownership (i.e., a copy of your bill of sale, insurance policy, etc.).

JAYCO TRAVEL CLUB

All owners of Jayco RVs are eligible for membership

in the Jayco Travel Club. The club promotes family camping and the active use of your RV with others who have similar interests in the RV lifestyle.

One “International Rally” is held each year in various locations around the United States and Canada. In addition, the club offers a variety of local and regional activities throughout the year.

By belonging to the Jayco Travel Club, you will find new ways to enjoy your RV and make friends all across the country. For more information, please visit www.Jaycorvclub.com or call 1-800-262-5178.

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JAYPLUS™ EXTENDED SERVICE CONTRACT

Don’t let unexpected repair costs keep you from traveling to ward your dreams. Protect yourself with a JayPlus™ Extended Service Agreement. For more information, contact your dealer or call 1-800-527-3426.

Your dealer can help you obtain a JayPlus™ insurance quote from GMAC Insurance or call 1-877-484-2261 (Savings Code: GL 2A).

JAYCO CUSTOMER FIRST EMERGENCY ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE

Jayco has teamed up with Coach-Net to offer 24/7 motorist assistance. We are offering this free of charge for the first year of ownership (certain restrictions apply*). You may continue your emergency roadside assistance benefits in the following years by contacting Coach-Net to discuss terms and rates for this independently continued coverage.

For details on accessing your emergency roadside assistance benefits, please refer to your Member Benefit Guide that is sent out 6-8 weeks after your completed “Warranty Registration and Customer Delivery Form” is received by Jayco, or contact Coach-Net (www.coach-net.com) at 1-877-801-0333.

*To qualify for coverage, your RV must be eligible as set forth under the t erms of the Motorized Limited Warranty.

OBTAINING EMERGENCY WARRANTY REPAIR

A roadside emergenc y can happen at any ti me, whether your RV is new or old. If you are traveling, us ing th e fol lowin g gui deli nes can help get you back on t he roa d faster.

1. Call 1-800-RV-JAYCO or use our website dealer locator to find an a uthorized Jayco dealer in your area. Contact them for an appointment; t hey will handle all warranty repair billing and returned parts for you.

2. If you cannot locate an authorized Jayco dealer near you, ask the campground staff for r eferrals or check the local telepho ne yellow pages. Or contact Jayco Customer Service or your selling dealer for assistance in locating a repair facility.

a. Contact the RV repair facility to discuss your situation and make an

appointment. Ask how their billing will be handled. They may cho ose to bill Jayco directly; otherwise, you are expected to pa y t hem.

b. Have the RV repair facility i nspect your RV. Either they or you must cal l

Jayco Customer Ser vice to dis cuss applicabl e warranty cov erage prior

any repair work being performed.

c. Jayco Customer Service will issue an authorization number upon

warranty repair approval and advise if any original parts need to be returned.

d. Once Jayco C ustomer Service has issued an authoriz ation number, the

RV repair facility may begin actual repair to your RV.

e. Inspect the completed repair work thoroughly. If you are not satisfied,

communicate that immediately to the RV repair facility management. Make sure you are satisfied wit h the repair before you pay or leave the premises.

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f. For reim bursement, either yo u or the RV repair facilit y must send a copy

of your itemized repair bil l and all request ed return part s by UPS (regul ar ground, freight pre-paid) within 60 days of the completed repair date.

To expedite processing your warranty claim, include your name, addr ess, phone number, RV 17-digit VIN and authorization number. If returning parts, include a copy of your return freight bil l.

Obtaining weekend or after business hours repair assistance

If an authorized Jayco dealer is not located nearb y, contact your selling d ealer for assistance. If your dealer is cl osed, check with the campground staff or tel ephone yellow pages for an RV repair facility.

Have the item repaired and contact Jayco Customer Service immediately the following business day. Failure to contact Jayco Customer Service,

unauthorized or improper warranty repairs, or failure to return requested original parts may result in loss of reimbursements and/or loss of warranty.

OBTAINING SERVICE FOR SEPARATELY WARRANTED ITEMS

Your selling dealer is respon sible for servicing your RV b efore delivery, and has an interest in your continued satisfaction. We recommend your d ealer perform all inspection, warranty and m aintenance services. Some de alers may be authorized service centers for those OEMs whose products are warranted separately and excluded from the Motorized Limited Warranty.

OBTAINING SERVICE AT JAYCO

Should your RV be in need of service, and your dealer recommend that the repairs be made at the Jayco F actory Service Center, your RV may be returned to us with the following guidelines*:

• You or your dealer must make a confirmed appointment a minimum of 60 days prior to dropping off your RV at the Jayco Factory Service Center.

• The holding tanks must be empt ied and rinsed. We have a dumping station available for customer use.

• The propane system and all el ectrical syst ems must be shut down and turne d off. We are not responsible f or discharged batteries or prop ane tanks.

• During the appropriate season, please ensure your RV is winteriz ed.

• Unless prior approval has been obtained from the Jayco Factory Service

Center, all personal items must be removed from the area where you are requesting service repair and t he refrig erato r emptie d. We are n ot respo nsibl e for loss of food items.

• You are responsible for all transportation costs. You may need to arrange f or alternative accommodations for some types of repairs. Please be prepared accordingly.

*Jayco Customer Service occasionally utilizes local independent repair facilities. Your RV may be referred to or r epaired by one of these local repair f acilities.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

Parts for Jayco RVs are distributed exclusiv ely by auth orized Jayco dealers. Jayco does not sell parts retail dir ect or to non-authorized dealer s. If an original par t is no longer available, Jayco will try to provide an appropriate substitute.

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MOTORIZED LIMITED WARRANTY

WHAT AND WHO IS COVERED

The Jayco warranty covers t he “ ho use porti o n” of t his r ecr e ation al v ehic l e (“RV”), when used only for its intended purpose of recreational travel and camping, for two (2) ye ars, or the firs t twenty-four thousand (2 4,000) mile s of use, whichever occurs first . It covers RV’s that are sold in, and rem ain in, the United States, U.S. Territories and Canada, only. The house portion means the living area of the RV assembled by Ja yco. The warranty period begins on the date that the RV is delivered to the first retail purchaser by an independent, authorized dealer of Jayco, or, if the dealer plac es the v ehicle in ser vic e prior t o retail sale, on the date the RV is first placed in such service. In the event that a substantial defect in material or workmanship, attributable to Jayco, is found to exist during the warranty period, it will be repaired or replaced, at Jayco’s option, without charge to the RV owner, in acc ordance with the terms, conditions and limitations of this limited warranty.

This limited warranty applies to the first consumer purchaser only. All rights and limitations withi n this warra nty are applicable to the origin al owner of the RV only. Jayco’s limited warranty only covers substantial defects in materials, components, or parts of the R V attributable to Jayco. It does not replace, modif y, or apply to the warranties pro vided by the manufacturers that supply the products used by Jayco to assemble the RV, like the chassis. You may contact an independent, authoriz ed dealer for details.

Jayco’s obligation to repair or replace defective materials or workmanship is the sole obligation of Jayco und er this limi ted warrant y. Jayco r eserves t he right to use new or remanufactured par ts of simi lar quality to c omplete a ny work, and to make parts and design changes fr om time to time witho ut notice to anyone. Jayco reserves the right to make changes in the design or material of its products without incurring any obligation to incorporate such changes in any product previously manufactured. Jayco mak es no warranty as to the future pe rformance of this RV, and this limited warrant y is not int e nded t o e xtend t o the future performance of t his RV, or any of its materials, components or parts. In addition, the RV owner’s obligation to notify Jayco, or one of its independent, authorized dealers, of a claimed defect does not modify any obligat ion placed on the RV owner to contact Jayco directly when attempting to pursue remedies under st ate or federal law.

LIMITATIONS, EXCLUSIONS AND DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES

ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY THAT IS FOUND TO ARISE BY WAY OF STATE OR FEDERAL LAW, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS, IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION SET FORTH IN T HIS LIMITED WARRANTY AND IS LIMITED IN SCOPE OF COVERAGE TO THE SCOPE OF COVERAGE OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY.

Jayco makes no warranty of any nature beyond that contained in this limited warranty. Jayco does not authorize any person to create any other obligation or liability for it regarding this RV, and Jayco is not responsible for any representation, promise or warranty made by any dealer or other person beyond what is expressly stated i n this limited warranty, and no one has t he authority to enlarge, amend or modify thi s limited warranty. Any selling or servicing dealer i s not Jayco’s agent, but an independent entity.

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JAYCO SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES THAT MAY RESULT FROM BREACH OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY. THIS EXCLUSION OF CONSEQUENTIAL AND INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SHALL BE INDEPENDENT OF ANY FAILURE OF THE ESSENTIAL PURPOSE OF ANY WARRANTY, AND THIS EXCLUSION SHALL SURVIVE ANY DETERMINATION THAT THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY HAS FAILED OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE.

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion or lim itation of incidental or consequential damag es, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.

HOW TO GET SERVICE

To obtain warranty service the owner must do all of the following:

1. Notify an independent, authorized dealer of Jayco, or Jayco, of the substantial defect in material or workmanship attributable to Jayco, within the warranty coverage period designated above;

2. Provide the notification m entioned in (1), above, within t en (10) days of when the owner discovered, or shoul d have discovered , the substantial def ect in material or workmanship attributable to Jayco;

3. Promptly schedule an appointment with and take the RV to an independent, authorized dealer of Jayco, or Jayco, for repairs; and

4. Pay any freight or transportation costs, import duties, fees and all incidental expenses associated with obtaining warranty service.

For warranty service simply contact one of Jayco’s independent, authorized service centers for an ap pointment and th en deliver your RV t o the service cent er on the specified appointment date. If you ne ed assistance you may conta ct Jayco, at 903 S. Main Street, P.O. Box 460, Middlebury, India na 46540, Attn: Customer Service, (574) 825-5861, (800) 283-8267 or www.jayco.com

NOTE: Jayco does not control the scheduling of service work at the independent, authoriz ed dealerships. You may encounter some delay in scheduling or completion of work. Also, you must notify the selling dealer at time of delivery to have work p erformed on any defect that occurred at the f actory during manufacture at no co st to you as provided by this limited warranty. (See below under WHAT IS NOT COVERED).

If two (2) or more service attempts have been made to correct any covered defect that you believe impairs the value, use or safety of t he RV, or if it has taken longer than th irty (30) days for those t ypes of repairs to be complet ed, you must, to the extent permitted by law, notify Jayco directly, in writing, at the above address, of the unsucc essful re pair(s) of the al leged defec t(s) so t hat Ja yco can become directly involved in making sure that you are provided service pursuant to the terms of this limited warranty.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

By way of example only, this limited warranty does not cover an y of the following: defects in materials, components or parts of the RV not attribut able to Jayco; items that are added or changed after the RV leaves the possession of Jayco; additional equipment or accessories installed at any dealership, or other place of business, or b y any other part y, other than J ayco; any RV used for rental or other commercial purpos es (Note: It shall be concluded that the RV has been used for commercial a nd/or business purp oses if the RV owner or user files a ta x form claiming any busi ness or commercial tax benefit rela ted to the RV, or if the

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RV is purchased, registered or titled in a business name); any RV sold or used outside the United Stat es, U.S. Territories o r Canada; any RV not used s olely for recreational travel and campi ng; any RV pur chase d thr ough auc tion or wholesal e; any RV purchased from a dealer that is not an a uthorized deal er of Jayco; normal wear, tear or usage, such as tears, punctures, soiling, mildew, fading, or discoloration of exterior plastic or fiberglass, or soft goods, such as upholstery, drapes, carpet, vinyl, screens, cushions, mattresses and fabrics; the effects of condensation or moisture from condensation inside the RV or failure to provide adequate ventilation; m old or any dama ge cause d by mol d to the inside or outsi de of the RV; imperfections th at do not affect the suitabil ity of the RV for its intende d purpose of recreational use or items t hat are working as design ed but that you are unhappy with; problems, including water leaks, related to misuse, mishandling, neglect or abuse, including failure to maintain the RV in accordance with the owner’s manual, or other routine maintenance such as inspections, lubricating, adjustments, tightening of screws and fittings, tightening of lug nuts, sealing, rotating tires; damage d ue to accident, whether or not foreseea ble, including any acts of weather or damage or corrosion due to the environm ent, theft, vandalism, fire, or other intervening acts not attributable to Jayco; service items such as windshield wiper blades, lubr icants, fluids, filters, etc.; damage result ing from tire wear or tire failure; defacing, scratches, dents, chips on any surface or fabric of the RV; damage caused b y off road use, overloading the RV or alterati on of the RV, or any of its components or parts; wheel alignment or adjustments to axles when caused by improper maintenance, loading or damage from road hazards, including off road travel, wheel damage or balanci ng or damage from tire failur es. Also, any costs associated with obtaining service, including by way of example, travel costs, are specifical ly excluded from the coverage of this warranty.

In addition, this limit ed warranty does not cover any material, component or part of the RV that is warranted by anot her entit y, incl uding, by way of e xampl e, the automotive chassis and power train, steering, handling, braking, wheel balance, muffler, tires, tubes, batteries, gauges, generator, hydraulic jacks, inverter, converter, microwave, television, DVD/CD player, radio, speakers, television, refrigerator, range, hot water heater, water pump, stove, carbon monoxide detector, smoke detector, propane detector, furnace or any air conditioner. (Note: The written warranty provided by the manufacturer of the component part is the direct responsibility of that manufacturer).

Defects and/or damage to interior and exterior surfaces, trim, upholster y and other appearance items may occur at the factory. These items are usually detected and corrected at the factory or by the selling dealer prior to deliver y t o the retail customer. You must inspect your RV for this type of damage when you tak e delivery. If you find any such defect or damage you must notif y the selling dealer at time of delivery to have these items covered by this limited warranty and to have work performed on the items at no cost to you as provided by this limited warranty.

EVENTS DISCHARGING JAYCO FROM OBLIGATION UNDER WARRANTY

Certain things complet ely discharge Jayco f rom any obligation u nder this warranty and void it. By way of example, the following s hall discharge Jayco from any express or implied warranty obligation to repair or replace any defect that results from: any rental or other comm erc ial use or p urch as e of th e RV ( as defi ned in this warranty), any RV sold outside of, or used outside of, the United States, U.S. Territories or Canada, through an auction or wholesale or by a nonauthorized dealer, any defect in a separately manufactured component part,

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owner neglect or failure to provide routine maintenance (See Owner’s Manual), unauthorized alteration, off road use, collision or accident, whether or not foreseeable, including any acts of weather or damage or corrosion due to the environment, theft, vandalism, fire, explosions, overloading in excess of weight ratings, and tampering with an y portion of the RV, or an y use of the RV as a semi permanent or permanent home.

LEGAL REMEDIES

Any action to enforce an y portion of this limited warranty, or any implied warranty, shall be commenced within six (6) months after expiration of the warranty coverage period designated above. A ny performance of re pairs shall not suspend this limitation per iod from expiring. Any performance of repairs after the warranty coverage period has expired, or performance of repairs regarding anything excluded from coverage under this limited warra nty shall be considered “good will” repairs, and they will not alter the express terms of this limited warranty, or extend the warranty coverage period or this limitation period. In addition, this warranty is not intended to extend to future performance, and nothing in this warranty, or a ny acti on of J ayco, or any ag ent of Ja yco, sha ll be i nter preted as an extension of th e warran t y peri od or t hi s lim itat i on period. Some states do not allow a reduction in the statute of limitations, so this reduction may not apply to you.

WARRANTY REGISTRATIONS

Your warranty registration r ecords should be completed and del ivered to the manufacturers of component parts. The selling dealership will assist you in completing and submitting a delayed warranty start f orm for your chas sis, which is included in your chassis pap erwork, and in filling out the Jayco product wa rranty registration form. That form must be retur ned to Jayco within ten (10) da ys of your taking delivery of the RV. Your Jayco warranty will not be registered unless this warranty registration is completed and received by Jayco. Failure to file this warranty registration with Jayco will not affect your rights under this limited warranty as long as you can present pro of of purchase, but it can caus e delays in obtaining the benefits of this limited warranty, and it may inhibit any servicing facility’s ability to provide proper repairs and/or part replacem ent.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

It is the owner’s resp onsibil ity to p erform pr oper c are and m aintena nce of the RV, and to assure correct load distribution. For details regarding t his, please see your Jayco owner’s manual and the owner’s manuals of the chassis manufacturer and other component part manufacturers. These outline various care and maintenance that is required to maintain your RV. Please review all manuals supplied with your RV, and contact your selling d ealership or supplier of the component part if you have questions. Note: Failure to maintain the RV as noted in those manuals v oids this limit ed warranty, and a ny damage to the RV as a result of your failure to perform such care, is not covered by this limited warranty.

THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.

JAYCO, INC.

903 S. Main Street * P.O. Box 460 * Mi ddlebury, IN 46540

Telephone: 574-825-5861 or 800-283-8267

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NOTICE TO JAYCO DEALERS

Pages 8-11 of this Owner’s Manual c ontains the warranty that applies to this RV. However, if the Jayco dealer decides to use this RV for rental pur poses, then the

warranty contained in pages 8-10 will not apply to this RV. The rental warranty, located on pages 12-14, applies in that situation.

If, on the other hand, the Jayco dea ler sells this RV to a retail customer then the rental warranty would not be app licable. The rental warranty does not apply to retail consumers.

Jayco’s rental program is applicable to the following pr oduct lines:

• Redhawk

• Greyhawk

• Melbourne

• Seneca

• Precept

• Alante

If you have any questions r egarding this, please c ontact Jayco Customer Servi ce at (800) 283-8267 or (574) 825-0608.

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JAYCO MOTORIZED RENTAL LIMITED WARRANTY

WH AT AND WHO IS COVERED

The Jayco warranty covers this recreational vehicle (“RV”), when used only for recreational t ravel an d camping, i ncluding r ecreatio nal travel and campi ng by renters of the Dealer, for one (1) year, or the first twelve thousand (12,000) miles of use. This limited warranty applies to the original Deal er only, and it is not transferable. The warranty period begins on the date that Dealer first places the RV in rental service. In the event that a substantial defect in material or workmanship, attributable to Jayco, is found to exist during the warranty period, Jayco will reimburse the Dealer either the reasonable costs of repair or the reasonable costs of replacement of the defect, (Jayco’s option), in accordance with the terms, conditions and limitations of this limited warranty.

Jayco’s obligation to re imburse Dealer for the re asonable costs of repai r or replacement of defective materials or workmanship is the sole obligation of Jayco under this limited warranty. Jayco reserves the right to use new or remanufactured parts of s imilar quality to complete any work, an d to make parts and design changes from time to time without notice to anyone. Jayco reserves the right to make changes in the design or material or its products without incurring any obligation to incorporate such changes in any product previously manufactured. Jayco mak es no warranty as to the future pe rformance of this RV, and this limited warrant y is not int e nded t o e xtend t o the future performance of t his RV, or any of its materials, components or parts. In addition, the Dealer’s obligation to notify Jayco, of a claimed defect does not modify any obligation placed on the Dealer to contact Jayco directly when attempting to pursue remedies under state or feder al l aw.

LIMITATIONS, EXCLUSIONS AND DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES

ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY THAT IS FOUND TO ARISE BY WAY OF STATE OR FEDERAL LAW, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS, IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY AND IS LIMITED IN SCOPE OF COVERAGE TO THE SCOPE OF COVERAGE OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY.

Jayco makes no warranty of any nature beyond that contained in this limited warranty. Jayco does not authorize any person to create any other obligation or liability for it regarding this RV, and Jayco is not responsible for representation, promise or warranty made by any dealer or other person beyond what is expressly stated i n this limited warranty, and no one has t he authority to enlarge, amend or modify thi s limited warranty. Any selling or servicing dealer is not Jayco’s agent, but an independent entity.

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HOW TO GET SERVICE

To obtain reimbursement of warranty service the owner must do all of the following:

1. Notify Jayco of the substa ntial defect in material or workm anship attributable to Jayco, within the warranty coverage period;

2. Provide the notification me ntioned in (1), above, within ten (10) days of when the owner discovered, or should have discovered, the substantial defect in material or workmanship attributable to Jayco;

3. Promptly and appropriate ly make the necessary repairs; and

4. Pay any freight or transportat ion costs, import duties, fees and all incidental expenses associated with obtaining warranty service.

If you need assistance you m ay contact Jayc o, at P. O. Box 460, Mi ddlebury,

Indiana, 46540, Attn: Customer Service (574) 825-5861, (800) 283-8267 or

www.jayco.com

. Also, you must notify Jayco within three (3) days of delivery to you to have work perfor med on any defect or damage to appearance items that occurred at the factory durin g manufactur er or during deliv ery at no cost to you as provided by this limited warranty. (See below under WHAT IS NOT COVERED).

If two (2) or more service attem pts have been made to correct any covered defect that you believe impair s the value, use or saf ety of t he RV, or if it has taken longer than thirty (30) days for those types of repairs to be completed, y ou must, to the extent permitted by law, notify Jayco directly, in writing, at the above address, of the unsuccessful repair(s) of the alleged defect(s) so that Jayco can become directly involved in making sure t hat you ar e provided servi ce pursuant to the terms of this limited warr anty.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

By way of example, only, this Limit ed Warrant y does not cover any of the following: defects in materials, components or parts of the RV not attribut able to Jayco, items that are added or changed after the RV leaves the possession of Jayco; additional equipment or accessories installed at any dealership, or other place of business, or by an y other p arty, ot her than Jayco; any RV not used s olel y for recreational travel and camping; all soft goods, normal wear, tear or usage, such as tears, punctures, soiling, mildew, fading, or discoloration of exterior plastic, fiberglass, upholst ery, drap es, carpet, v inyl, screens, cushions, m attresses and fabrics; the effects of conde nsation or moisture from cond ensation inside the RV and failure to provide adequate ventilation; mold or any damage caused by mold to the inside or outside of the RV; imperfections that do not affect the suitability of the RV f or its intended purpose of recre ational use or items that are working as designed but t hat you are unhappy with; problems related to misuse, mishandling, neglect or abuse, including failure t o maintain the RV in accorda nce with the owner’s manual, or other routine maintenance such as inspections, lubricating, adjustments, tightening of screws, tightening of lug nuts, sealing, rotating tires; damage d ue to accident, whether or not foreseea ble, including any acts of weather or damage or corrosion due to the environm ent, theft, vandalism, fire, or other intervening acts not attributable to Jayco; service items such as windshield wiper blades, lubr icants, fluids, filters, etc.; damage result ing from tire wear or tire failure; defacing, scratches, dents, chips on any surface or fabric of the RV; damage caused b y off road use, overloading the RV or alterati on of the RV, or any of its components or parts.

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In addition, this limit ed warranty does not cover any material, component or part of the RV that is warranted by anot her entit y, incl uding, b y way of exam ple, the automotive chassis and power train, steering, handling, braking, wheel balance, muffler, tires, tubes, batteries, gauges, generator, hydraulic jacks, inverter, converter, microwave, television, DVD/CD player, radio, speakers, television, refrigerator, range, hot water heater, water pump, stove, carbon monoxide detector, smoke detector, propane detector, furnace or any air conditioner. (Note: the written warranty provided by the manufacturer of the component part is the direct responsibility of that manufacturer).

Defects and/or damage to interior and exterior surfaces, trim, upholster y and other appearance items m ay occur at the factory or dur ing delivery of the RV to you. These items are usuall y detected and corrected at the factory. You must inspect the RV for this type of damag e when you take delivery from Jayco . If you find any such defect or damage you must notify Jayco within three (3) days of delivery of the RV to you to have these item s covered by this limit ed warranty an d to have work performed on the item s covered by this limited warranty.

EVENTS DISCHARGING JAYCO FROM OBLIGATION UNDER WARRANTY

Certain things complet ely discharge Jayco f rom any obligation u nder this warranty and void it. By way of example, the following s hall discharge Ja yco from any express or implied warranty obligation to repair or replace any defect that results from: any defect i n a s epar at el y man uf act ured c om pon ent p ar t, any n eg lect or failure to provide routine maintenance by you or anyone you rent the RV to (See Owner’s Manual), un authorized alterati on, off road use, col lision or accident , whether or not foreseeable, includi ng any acts of weather or damage or corrosion due to the environment , theft , vandalism , fir e, explosi ons, ov erloading in ex cess of weight ratings, and tampering with any portion of the RV.

LEGAL REMEDIES Any action to enforce an y portion of this limit ed warranty, or any implied warranty,

shall be commenced within six (6) months after expiration of the warranty coverage period designated above. Any performance of r epairs shall not suspen d this limitation perio d from expiring. Any performance of rep airs after the warranty coverage period has expired, or performance of repairs regarding anything excluded from coverage under this limited warrant y shall b e considere d “good will” repairs, and they will not alt er the express t erms of t his limited warranty, or exten d the warranty coverage per iod or this limitation peri od. In addition, this warrant y is not intended to extend to futu re performance, and n othing in this warranty, or any action of Jayco, or an y agent of Jayco, shall be inter preted as an exte nsion of the warranty or this limitation period. Some states do not allow a reduction in the statute of limitations, s o this reduction may not apply to you.

WARRANTY REGISTRATIONS

Your warranty registration r ecords should be completed and del ivered to the manufacturers of com ponent parts, including the delayed warrant y start form for the chassis, which is included in the chassis paperwork. The Jayco product warranty registration f orm must be returned to Jayco within ten (10) days of your taking delivery of the RV. Your Jayco warranty will not be registered unless this warranty registration is completed and received by Jayco. Failure to file this warranty registration with Jayco will not affect your rights under this limited warranty as long as you can present pro of of purchase, but it can caus e delays in obtaining the benefits of this limited warranty, and it may inhibit any servicing facilities’ ability to provide pr oper repairs and/or part replac ement.

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE

It is your responsibility to perform proper care and maintenance of the RV, and to assure correct load distribution. For details reg arding this, please see your Jayco owner’s man ual and the o wner’s manuals of the chassis m anufacturer and other component part manufacturers. These outline various care and maintenance that is required to maintain your RV. Please review all manuals supplied with the RV, and c ontact Jayco or the supplier of the comp onent part if you have questions. Not e: failure to maintain the RV as noted in those manuals voids this limited warrant y, and any dam age to the RV as a result of your failur e to perform such care, is not covered by this limited warranty.

THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.

JAYCO, INC.

903 S. Main Street * P.O. Box 460 * Mi ddlebury, IN 46540

Telephone: 574-825-5861 or 800-283-8267

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SECONDARY MEANS OF ESCAPE (EXIT WINDOW)

The emergency egress win dow is designed to allow quic k exit from the RV durin g an emergency if access to the m ain entrance door is not available.

• Make sure all occupant s know how to open and operate t he egress window before an emergency occurs.

• When pulling into your campsite, make sure the egress is not blocked by trees or other obstacles. Mak e s ure t he gr ound be low the window is solid and can be used as an escape path.

• The Egress window must be l oc ked during transit.

Do not remove the followin g label from your RV:

Fig. 2.1 Emergency

egress window label

FIRE SAFETY

If a fire does start, follow these basic safety rules:

1. Have everyone evacuate the motor home immediately.

2. After everyone is clear and accounted for, check the fire to see if you can attempt to put it out.

3. If it is large, or the fire is fuel -fed, get clear of the motor home and have the Fire Department handle the emergency.

4. Do not attempt to use water to put out th e fire. Water c an sprea d some t ypes

of fire, and electrocution is possible with an electrical f i r e

OTHER FIRE SAFETY INFORMATION

Refer to the following sections for additional fire safety information.

 See the Electrical Systems Section, in case of an electrical fire.  See the Appliance Section, in case of a grease fire.

FIRE EXTINGUISHER

Fire extinguishers are classified and rated by fire types, A, B, and C. These classifications identif y the kinds of fires or bur ning materials they are desi gned to fight.

Class A

– Solid materials such as wood, paper, cloth, rubber and some plastics.

Class B – Liquids such as grease, cooking oils, gasoline, kerosene or other flammable liquids.

Class C – Electrical such as e l ec trical wires or other live electrical equipment. A dry chemical fire extinguisher has been installed in your RV. It is suitable for

extinguishing small fir es of the Class B or C type onl y. We suggest you become thoroughly familiar with the operating instr uctions displayed on t he side of the fire extinguisher.

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NOTE: For inf ormation on how to use your fire e xtinguisher, refer to the fire

extinguisher user’s manual provided in your Warrant y Pac ket.

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Inspection and Maintenance

Read and follow all inst ructions on the label and in the owner’s manual provid ed by the fire extinguisher manufact urer.

SMOKE ALARM

Some of the most common fir e safety iss ues are burn ing ca ndles, sm oking in bed, leaving children unattended and cleaning with flammable fluids. The smoke detector is intended to help reduce those risks.

Your motor home is equipped with a smoke alarm that is listed for use in a recreation vehicle. T hey are not fool proof. Smoke alarms only work if they are operational and maintained.

Be sure to read, understand and follow the owner’s information from the manufacturer of the smoke alarm included in your Warranty Packet, including information regarding the limited life of smoke alarms.

Please be aware the sm oke alarm ca nnot det ect fires if t he smoke d oes not reac h it. Anything preventing s moke from reaching the alarm may delay or prevent an alarm (i.e., a closed door ma y prevent smok e from reachin g an alarm on t he other side of the door, etc.).

There are instances when t he smoke detect or alarm may not be h eard. Although the detector alarm horn meets or exceeds current UL standards, it may not be heard for many reasons.

These include (but not limited to): a closed or partially cl osed door, the alarm may be drowned out by other no ise like the TV, st ereo, traffic, weather, air c onditioner or other appliances.

Operation

The smoke alarm is operational o nce the battery is correctly installed. The LED light will indicate the battery is functioning properly. When the production of combustion is sensed, the smoke detector sounds a loud alarm that continues until the air is cleared.

WARNING

Do not check the pressure, test or practice using the fire extinguisher by squeezing the trigger, ev en briefly. The fire exting uisher is not rechargeable or refillable. Once used, it will gradually lose pressure and will not be fully

charged for use in an emerge ncy.

DANGER

Do not turn the electrical power back on or plug in any appliances after the use of a fire extinguisher. Ple ase refer to the fire extingui sher’s user manual

for further instructions o n maintenance and clean up.

WARNING

This smoke alarm will not al ert he arin g impa ir ed r es id ents . Speci al al arm s wit flashing strobe lights are r ec ommended for the hearing impaired.

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The LED light will also give a v i s ual indication of a sounding alarm.

How to test

Stand at arm’s length from the sm oke alarm when testing as the alarm h orn may be harmful to your hearing. T he alarm horn is loud to al ert you to an emergency. The test button will accurate ly test all functions. Never use an open flame fr om a

match or lighter to test this s moke alarm.

A warning label is located near the s moke alarm ( Fig. 2.2). Pl ease do not r emove the following label from your motor home.

Fig. 2.2 Test smoke alarm

Maintenance

Gently vacuum off an y dust on the cover of the smok e alarm with your vacuum’s soft brush attachment. T est the smoke alarm once you have vacuumed. Never use water, cleaners or solv ent s t o clean t he s mok e alar m as t he y may dam age t he smoke alarm. Do not paint the smoke detector. For information on how to maintain your smoke detec tor, ref er to the smok e detector user’s manual pr ovided in the Warranty Packet.

Battery

The smoke alarm will not func t ion if the b at ter y is miss i ng, d isc on necte d, dead, t h e wrong type of battery is used or the battery is not inst alled correctly. The smoke detector requires one standard 9V battery.

When the battery becomes weak, the smoke alarm will “beep” about once a minute (the low batter y warnin g). T his lo w b att er y war nin g s hould las t f or 30 da ys , but you should replace the battery immediately to continue your pr otection.

When the battery is removed from the alarm, the battery flag in th e compartment will pop up; therefore, the alarm cannot be installed to the mounting bracket without a battery.

WARNING

Test the smoke alarm operation after the vehicle has been has been in storage, before each trip and at least once per week during use. Do not

WARNING

Only use the replacement battery recommended by the smoke detector manufacturer. The sm oke d et ect or a larm may not operate properl y wit h oth er batteries. Never use a r echargeable batt ery as it may not provide a cons tant charge. Never disconnect t he battery to silence the alarm

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Regardless of the manufacturer’s suggested battery life, you MUST replace the battery once the smoke alarm starts “beeping” (the low battery warning).

For information on the correct battery and battery installation for your smoke detector, refer to the smoke detector user’s manual provided in the Warranty Packet

Replacement

Smoke alarms have a limite d life and are not foolproof. Smoke alarms will wear out over time like an y appliance. Always replace the det ector immediately if it is not working properly, i t displays any type of problem, or within five years of use. Refer to the smoke detector manufacturer’s information in your Warrant y Packet for additional information.

COMBINATION CARBON MONOXIDE/ PROPANE ALARM

Your motor home is equipped with a combination carbon m onoxide (CO)/propane alarm that is listed for use in recreation vehicles. The combination carbon monoxide/ propane alarm will only work if it is operational and maintained.

Be sure to read, understand and follow the owner’s information from the manufacturer of the combi nati on CO /pr o pan e al arm that ha s bee n sup pl ie d in yo ur Warranty Packet. This includes information regarding the limited life of the alarm.

Carbon monoxide (CO) is an insidious poison. It is a colorless, odorless and tasteless gas. Many cases o f reported carbon monoxide poiso ning indicate while victims are aware they are not feeling well, they become so disorie nted they are unable to save themselves b y either exiting the vehicle or calling for assistance. Young children and household pets may be the first affected.

Your combination carbon monoxide/propane alarm is designed to detect the toxic carbon monoxide fumes that result from incomplete combustion, such as those emitted from appliances, furnaces, fireplaces and auto exhaust. A carbon monoxide/propane alarm is NOT A SUBSTITUTE for othe r combustible gas, fire or smoke alarms.

This carbon monoxide al ar m is designed to detect car bon monoxide gas from ANY source of combustion. It is not designed to detect smoke, fire or any other gas. Please note that there are hazar ds against which carbo n monoxide detect ion may not be effective, such as natural gas leaks or explosions.

This alarm is designed to sense the presence of carbon monoxide/propane gas, however there are other comb ustible f umes or v apors that ma y be detected by the sensor including (but not limited to ): acetone, alcohol, butane and gasoline.

WARNING

The following symptoms are related to carbon monoxide poisoning and should be discussed with all members of the household: Mild exposure: Slight headache, nausea, vomiting, fatigue (often describ ed as “flu-like” symptoms).

Medium exposure: Severe throbbing headaches, drowsiness, confusion, fast heart rate.

Extreme exposure: Unconsciousness, convulsions, cardio-respiratory

failure, death.

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These chemicals can be found in commonly used items such as deodorants, colognes, perfumes, adhesives, lacquer, kerosene, glues, wine, liquor, most cleaning agents and the propellants of aerosol cans.

High temperatures can activate glue and adhesive vapors. If you close up a recreation vehicle on a hot day, the chemicals used in its construction may be detected for months af ter the vehicle was c onstructed (for more inf ormation, refer to Section 2, Formaldehyde).

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NOTE: The alarm is wired directly to the motor home 12-volt electrical

system, with continual power being supplied by the m otor home battery. There is no 9-volt battery power supply in the carbon monoxide/propane alarm. If the battery cable is disconnected at the battery terminals, t he alarm will not work.

What you should do if the alarm sounds

1. Operate the RESET/S ILENCE button.

2. Call your emergency services (fire department or 911).

3. Immediately move to fr esh air (outdoors or by an open door or window).

4. Do not re-enter the premis es or move away from the open door or window until the emergency service responders have arrived, the premises have been aired out, and your alar m remains in its normal condition.

If your alarm reactivates within a 24-hour period, repeat steps 1-4 and call a qualified appliance tech nician to investigate for sourc es of carbon monoxide from fuel burning equipment and appliances, and inspect for proper operation of this equipment. Make sure that m otor vehic le( s ) are not , and h ave not b een, oper at ing in an attached garage or adjac ent to the motor home.

WARNING

The carbon monoxide detec tor ins tall ed is intend ed for use i n ordin ary i ndoor locations of recreation vehicles. It is not designed to comply with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) commercial or industrial standards.

Do not disconnect the battery or the alarm. Individuals with medical pr oblems may consider using warning devices t hat

provide audible and vis ual signals for car bon mono xide con centratio ns under 30 PPM.

This alarm will only indicate the presence of carbon monoxide gas at the sensor. Carbon monoxide gas m ay be present in other areas.

The ultimate responsibility for protection against toxic carbon monoxide fumes rests solely on you. Installing a carbon monoxide/propane alarm is just the first step in protecting your family from toxic carbon monoxide poisoning

WARNING

Actuation of this detector indicates the presence of carbon monoxide which can kill you

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If problems are identified during this inspection, have the alarm serviced immediately. Note any com bustion equipm ent not inspec ted by the t echnician an d consult the manufacturer’s instructions or contact the manufacturer directly for more information about carbon monoxide safety and this alarm.

Alarm Signals

 Normal Operation: The LED will maintain a steady green light, indicating

that the alarm is powered.

 CO alarm condition: The red LED light will remai n steady and the alar m will

sound 4 “BEEPS” then silent for 5 seconds. These signals indicate immediate action is required.

 Propane gas alarm: The red LED lig ht will flash and the alarm will soun d a

steady tone. These signals indicate immediate action is req ui r ed.

 Alarm malfunction/low battery: The gas LED will remain off and the

Operational/CO LED will alternate re/green and the alarm will sound once every 15 seconds.

 End of life alarm: The LE D will flash red/ red, green/ green and t he alarm wi ll

“BEEP every 25-30 seconds. The alarm should be replaced immediately.

Maintenance

Vacuum the alarm cover at least once a year. Clean the cover by ha nd using a cloth dampened in clean water. Dry wit h a soft cloth. Do not spray the fro nt pane l of the alarm with cleani ng agents or waxes. This action may damage the sens or causing an alarm or c ause the alarm to ma lfunction. Do not pai nt the face of the alarm.

Testing the combination carbon monoxide/ propane alarm

The TEST/RESET button tests all ELECTRICAL functions of the alarm. The TEST/Mute switch is located on the front of the alarm. Press and hold the test button for 1 second. The alarm is working properl y if the GREEN indica tor light changes color to RED and the horn beeps 4 times. The Gas LED should also blink red.

WARNING

Never turn the 12-volt battery disconnect control to the off position and

disconnect the battery cable to silence the alarm.

WARNING

The alarm will automatic ally sense when t he level of carbo n monoxide in the air reaches below dangerous levels. You should stay outside t he vehicle in fresh air until the alarm is silenced. When the alarm sounds, do n ot stand too close to the alarm. The sound prod uced by the alarm is l oud because it is designed to wake a per son in an emergency. Pr olonged exposure to the

alarm at a close distance may be harmful to your hearing.

WARNING

Test the alarm operation after the motor home has been in storage, before

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NOTE: Pressing th e test but ton does not c heck the sens or operatio n. Refer to the carbon monoxide/propa ne alarm manufacturers user ’s manual provided in th e Warranty Packet for addit ional information on testing the sensors.

Repair or replace the combination carbon monoxide/propane alarm when the alarm no longer functions. As with any electronic product, it has a limited life. Alarms that do not work canno t protect you.

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NOTE: The carbon monoxide/propane alarm manufacturer strongly recommends replacement of the detector five years after the date of purchase.

Further Information

Refer to the Warranty Packet for more information from the carbon monoxide/ propane alarm manufacturer.

FORMALDEHYDE

Some components in the mot or home cont ain formal dehyde-based adhesives that may release formaldehyde fumes into the air for an unknown period of time. Individuals who are a llergic to formaldehyde gas fumes m ay experience irritation to eyes, ears, nose and throa t.

Indoor air quality may also be affected by leaving your motor home clos ed for a period of time.

To aide in dissipation, ventilate the motor home by opening all windows and circulate the air with a fa n. The following label is located inside t he motor home near the entry door. This label should be left permanently affixed to the motor home.

Fig. 2.3 Formaldehyde warning label

EXTENDED DRY CAMPING

Your motor home has been built for enjoyment in a recreatio nal manner. It is not intended to be used as full-time living quarters.

CAUTION

Continuous living in your motor home could cause accelerated wear and

damage to component parts. Use of the motor home other than for its

intended purpose of recreat io nal tr ave l and c ampi ng ma y af f ect your warra nt y

coverage.

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COLD WEATHER USAGE

Proper care should be taken when planning to use your motor home in cold weather. Please keep in mind that your motor home was not designed for use during sub-freezing weather. When used in freezing or below freezing temperatures, the following precautions need to be taken:

□ More protection will be needed to protect the fresh water and drainage

systems to avoid freezing problems (see Winterizing the Plumbing System).

□ Propane and sufficient power is needed for protection from possible freeze-

ups on the propane regulator. Keep in mind that more frequent furnace operation will substanti ally increase battery draw and propane use.

□ During cool weather us age, ventilation or the addition of a dehumidifier may

be required to reduce condens ation (see Condensation).

Check outside extrusions on compartment doors, locks, slide outs, windows, vents, etc., for frozen moisture before operating to avoid damage to parts.

CONDENSATION

Condensation is a natural phenomenon. The amount of condensation will vary with climate conditions, particularly the relative humi dity.

To reduce condensation

Proper ventilation and, if needed, the use of a dehumidifier (customer supplied) will assist in controlling condensation. Many RV and marine dealers carry small dehumidifiers sized for RV use. Other suggestions are:

 Crack open windows and roof vents to allow warm moist air to esc ape.  When taking a shower open t he bath roof ve nt (if so equi pped) approxi mately

½” allowing the moisture to escape.

 Use the range hood fan (if so equi pped) when cooking or washing dis hes .  Avoid hanging wet towels (or clothes) inside the motor home to dry.  If condensation is found in cabinets or closets, open those doors slightly to

equalize the temperature and provide ventilation.

 Uncontrolled condensation can cause dampness, mildew, etc., inside your

RV. Be sure to make strong effort to control condensation. Repairs due to condensation are not covered under the terms of the Motorized Limited Warranty or the Extended Limited Warranty.

WARNING

Condensation should be taken seriously. Ignoring it can damage the motor home (damage caused by condensation is not warrantable), and more importantly could lead to mold or mildew issues which could be a health hazard.

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VEHICLE LABELS

Decals and data plates used throughout the RV aid in its safe and efficient operation, or provide service instructions. Read all decals, data and instruction plates before operating your RV. If any decal, data or instruct ion plate is painted over, damaged or removed, it s hould be replaced.

LOADING YOUR RV

When loading heavy objects keep them as lo w as possible , prefera bly on the flo or. Distribute cargo side-to-si de so the weight on each tire does not exceed one-half of the GAWR for either axle. Store and secure all loose items inside the motor home before traveling.

Overlooked items such as canned goods, small appliances on the countertop, cooking pans on the range or free-standing furniture items can bec ome dang erous projectiles during a sudde n stop.

EXTERIOR COMPARTMENTS

WARNING

Never load the RV in excess of the GAWR for either axle. Overloading

your RV may result in adverse hand ling characteristi cs and damage to

WARNING

For traveling safety, it is important to make sure the tie down straps are secured on all appliances such as the toaster, coffee mak er, etc. Vibration during travel will mov e the appliances, creati ng the potential for th em to fall

out of their cabinets possibly causing injury.

WARNING

Store items in areas designated for storage. Do not store anything in the areas reserved for the converter, electrical panels or the furnace or water heater, etc.

WARNING

Your recreation vehicle’s load capacity is designated by weight, not by volume, so you cannot nece ssarily use all available spac e when loading the vehicle. Do not exceed your GVWR and ensure you are lo ading the vehicle as evenly as you can for the best possibl e handling. Ensure heav y items are secured so they do not shift during travel.

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USING THE REAR HITCH

The motor home is designed primarily as a recreation vehicle. Any towing will affect vehicle handling, durability and fuel economy. Exceeding any of the listed weight ratings will result in u nacceptable overall ve hicle performance. Your saf ety and satisfaction require proper use of correct equipment.

The factory installed to wing hitch on this vehicle is capable of pulling 5,00 0 lbs. of load (maximum), however the vertical (tongue) weight will vary according to the towed vehicle. A hitch bar of appropriate strength and steel should be selected to match the towing receptor.

Always use safety chains between the motor home and the towed trailer or vehicle. Cross the chains under the tongue and allow for slack when turning corners. Connect the safet y chains to the vehicle frame or hook r etainers. Never attach the safety chains to t he bumper.

Before descending a steep or long grade when towing a trailer or vehicle, reduce speed and shift the mot or home into a lower gear t o control vehicle speed. A void frequent or prolonged brake application, which can cause overheating or brake failure.

By definition the GCWR is “the maximum total weight rating allowed for a vehicle and any attachment, such as a trailer or towed vehicle. To determine the total

allowable weight for a towed item, subtract the GVWR from the GCWR

Do not remove the followin g label:

WARNING

The actual weight of the vehicle, passengers, all options, liquids, the hitch weight of your towed vehic le and your personal car go is important for you to know so you do not exceed the Gross Vehi cle Weight Rating ( GVWR) of the motor home. The volume of space available for storage may exceed the amount of available car go cap acit y. Lar ge st orage c ompart ment s have been designed to accommodate normal camping items, which are bulky, but not necessarily heavy.

WARNING

DO NOT EXCEED YOUR GVWR! This means you should weigh your RV as

loaded for your normal travel to determine the actual weight.

WARNING

If you exceed the GVWR, you MUST remove items from the RV, or drain liquids, then re-weigh the ve hi cle t o ens ur e y ou h ave ach iev ed a saf e weig ht . Weight labels are posted insi de you m otor h ome s o yo u c an m ake a d ecis io n before you buy about how much cargo capacity is important for you personally.

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Fig. 3.1 Towing and

braking label

In addition, a separate su pplement al braki ng system m ust be inst alled if the to wed trailer or vehicle meets or exceeds the min imum weight deter mined by t he chass is manufacturer (this minimum weight rating will vary by chassis and chassis manufacturer).

Contact you dealer for assistance in determining whether a separate braking system is recommended for your towing and traveling safety. Failure to follow these instructions will create a safety hazard and may result in an accident.

Maintenance

Keep the hitch clean along with your general frame maintenance.

 At the beginning of the seaso n, and monthly or thereafter, clean the inside of

the receiver tube with a wire br ush and spray with a silicone spray.

 Always remove the utilit y mount from the receiver when it is not in use. T his

will help prevent the utility mount from rusting to the tube.

 Periodically check the bolts for tightness. They need to be torqued to the

proper setting (refer to your Chassis Guide).

WARNING

Total weight of your motor home and any trailer or vehicl e towed by it must not exceed the GCWR. Do not assume that you can tow a RV that

happens to be within the c apacity of the t ow vehicle hitch. By doing so, you

may exceed the total GCWR of t he motor home.

WARNING

The total weight of your motor home (including cargo, passengers, fluids, etc.) in addition to the vertical (tongue) weight must not exceed the GVWR and/or any GAWR. Once again, do not assume that you can

tow a trailer or vehic le that happe ns to be within the vert ical (tongu e) weight capacity of the hitch. By doing so, you may exceed the GVWR and/or

GAWR of the motor home

WARNING

Your motor home chassis breaking system is rated for operation at GVWR, NOT GCWR. Any trailer or vehicle being towed by your motor

home must have adequate br akes as requir ed by all state (or province) a nd local regulations for t owing with your motor home, incl uding areas you may be traveling through.

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Fig. 3.2

7-way trailer plug

Car end, rear view

TRAILER PLUG

If you choose to tow behind your RV, a chassis manufacturer supplied 7-way trailer plug (located at the hitch) is pre-wired into your motor home. Wiring to operate your towed vehicle brakes must be the same size in both the towed vehicle and the motor home.

White

Ground

Blue

Brakes

Green

Running lights

Black

House batteries charge line

Red

Stop & left turn

Brown

Stop & right turn

Yellow

Back up

Maintenance

The connector plug may build up corrosion with extended use and should be cleaned periodically to insure good electrical contact. Make sure the connector plug is kept clean and protected from road elements as you travel.

WEIGHT LABELS

Vehicle weight labels are posted on Jayco manufactur ed RV s so you c an mak e an informed decision before your purchase. Do not remove these labels from your RV. If the labels are missing, contact your dealer or Ja yco Customer Service for replacements

Fig. 3.3 Federal Certification label

WEIGHING YOUR MOTOR HOME

Now that your RV is loaded you should have it weighed. The actual weight of t he RV, passengers, all options, liquids, the hitch weight of your towed vehicle and your personal cargo is import ant for you to k no w so you do not excee d t he G VW R. There are two important factors when loading your RV: total weight and balance.

WARNING

The factory-installed weight labels are specific to the recreation vehicle for

which they are supplied and are not interchangeable.

Fig 3.4 Motor home Weight

Information label

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It is imperative that you verify compliance within all applicable weight ratings. Overloading your RV will void the Motorized Limited Warranty and the warranties of many component part manufacturers.

Have your RV weighed periodically at a public scale to determine the proper load distribution. Keep in mind that individual scales will operate diff erently. The

surroundings of the scale need to be adequate to accommodate weighing each side of your RV.

There are three basic types of public scales. Each type of scale involves a different procedure in weig hing the motor home. Your motor home must remain as level as possible on t he scale (even if the axle is not p hysically on the scale). To obtain the side-to-side weights, make sure there is enough space on either side of the scale to accommo date the motor home being partiall y of f the scale.

If a boat, trailer or other vehicle is being towed, it should be weighed separ ately. This weight should be combined with the motor home’s Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) to ensure the total combined weight does not exceed the G CWR.

Once actual weights are obtained, it is now possible to compare them to the Weight Information Label weight ratings to ensure you are below the posted minimum ratings.

If there is a difference in the weights on one side of the vehicle as compared to weights on the other s ide, compon ents (tire s, wheels, brakes, s prings, etc .) on the heavier side may be overloaded although the total axle load is within the GAWR.

The motor home towing and braking label is located both at the exterior, on or near the hitch receiv er bar, and in the interior, adjacent to or immediately below the RVIA weight informati on label on the ba ck of an interior cabinet door (t ypically in the kitchen area).

Both labels should be kept perm anently affixed to the motor

home.

CAUTION

It is important to redistri bute the load to avoid component failur e as well as to

improve the handling characteristics of the vehicle.

WARNING

Dump the gray and black water holding tanks bef ore trav eling t o avoid c arr ying unnecessary weight. Traveling with the tanks full can affect your fuel consumption, and depending on the location of the tanks, can affect your vehicle handling characteristics. If you are dry camping and cannot immediately empty your holding tanks, reduce your vehicle speed until you

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Fig. 3.5 Towing and

braking label

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Driving safety and protection against injury cannot be fully ensured.

However, we recommend yo u pay special attention to the following:

 The use of daytime running lights can inc rease other motorists' awareness of

the motor home to all traffic.

 Keep the tires inflated to the specified levels. Replace the tires before they

are excessively worn.

 Driving with the propa ne system on can add to the danger if you are invol ved

in an accident or have a fire. Mos t refrigerators will keep food cold or fro zen for eight hours without run ning while you travel. Shut the propane s ystem off at the propane cylinder.

 Adverse weather conditions and extremes in terrain may affect the

performance and handling of your vehicle. Do not operate the vehicle cr uise control on icy or ext remely wet roads, windi ng roads, i n heavy traf fic or in any other traffic situation where a constant speed cannot be m ai ntained.

KEYS/LOCKS

Several keys are provided when you purchase your motor home. M ost keys have an individual key number stamped on the plate. Record these key numbers and keep the information in safe plac e. To have duplicate keys made, or replace lost keys, order a key blank from your dealer.

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NOTE: Locks on entrance and baggage doors need biannual lubrication using a light coat of sil ic one spray. Conditions such as rain, salt, dust and pollut i o n may increase the maintenance needs.

ENTRANCE DOOR

We have included an assist grab handle at the motor home entrance door. The interior portion of the entranc e screen door is equipped with a plastic sli de panel that allows access to t he entrance door handle and locks. The entrance door has both a regular door lock and a dead bolt lock.

Always hold onto the ent ry door when opening or closing it . Damage caused by the entry door catch and hol der because you faile d to do so is not covered b y the

Motorized Limited Warranty.

POWER ENTRY DOOR STEP

The electric door step opens automatically when the screen door is opened. Constant 12-volt power to the electric step is supplied through a circuit breaker (generally located inside t he battery box near the auxiliary start solenoid.)

WARNING

When opening the door f rom the outside, make sure you are not obstructing the path of the entrance step. Step deployment takes approximately two seconds. Keep hands and fingers clear whil e extending or retracting the entr y door step.

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DRIVER & FRONT PASSENGER SEAT

SEAT BELTS

Seat belts are installed to protect the driver and passengers. Always use seat belts. In an accident, injury to the driver an d passengers may be reduced if seat belts are properly used.

The booth dinette, sof a and c hair(s) have t wo-poi nt lap-se at belts i nstal led . These seat belts should be used in all seating positions.

Maintenance and inspecti on of seat belts

The webbing used in seat belts may be cleaned with a mild soap or detergent solution.

Allow the belts to dry in the shade and do not al low them to retract until fully dry. Do not try to bleach or re-d ye the belts. The resulting color may rub off and the webbing strength could be affected.

Regularly check the seat belt buckles and release mech anisms for positive actio n and check automatic loc king retractors for posi tive engagement. If t he seat belt webbing shows obvious cuts, protruding broken fibers or severe fading which indicates weakening b y exposure to sun light, the entire seat belt assem bly should be replaced.

CHILD SAFETY RESTRAINT SYSTEMS

When transporting infants or small children, an appropriate child safety restraint system should always be used. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for the correct installation and use of these systems.

WARNING

Do not adjust the seat while driving. Aft er adjusting the seat, make sur e that it is locked in position. T o ensure that the seat is locked s ecurely, tr y to move the seat forward or backward without using the adjusting lever o r button.

Do not put packages, pets or other objects between the driver's and front

passenger co-captain's seat.

WARNING

Legislation in some stat es m a y requ ir e yo u t o use se at be lts , but eve n if it i s not required, a seat belt shou ld always be worn by anyone who drives or rides in this vehicle.

 Never use one seat belt for more than one occupant. Never carry more

people in the motor home than t here are seat belts.

 Only seats equipped with seat belts are to be occupied while t he vehicle is

in motion. While traveling, do not occupy beds or any seats that do not have seat belts.

 Be sure to lock all d oors before driving. Locking the doors and using the

provided seat belts will minimize the risk of injury or ejection in an accident.

 If you are pregnant, consult your health care professional for advice on

seat belt use.

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NOTE: All child safety rest raint systems should always fac e the front or rear of the motor home. They should never be installed so the occupant is facing the side of the motor home.

INSTRUMENT PANEL

For more information refer to your Chas s i s Guide.

SIDE VIEW POWER MIRRORS (IF SO EQUIPPED)

After adjusting the fr ont driver’s seat, adjust t he e xter ior si d e vi ew power mirrors to your driving preference.

Power remote mirrors

You can adjust the power remote mirrors when the ignition key is in the ON or ACC position.

1. Move the control knob to the side you want to adjust.

2. Press the control arrows in the direction you want the mirror to move.

3. Return the control knob to the center to lock the mirror(s) into place. The power remote mirrors also contain heating elements to defog or de-ice the

mirrored glass if need ed. To activate this feature, use the “Mirror Heat” control located on the driver’s side c onsole next to the mirror control.

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NOTE: T o preve nt the batt eries from run ning d own, op erat e the p o wer remot e mirrors when the chassis engine is running.

REAR VISION CAMERA

Your motor home is equipped with a rear vision monitor that gives a limited televised view of what is behi nd your motor home. The rear vision camer a will a id you in backing up the mot or home, and can be used for a greater field of vision when driving in heavy traffic.

Check the outside rear view mirrors when driving and backing up the motor home for a more complete field of vision.

Objects in the camera/ monitor view can be closer t han they appear. To become accustomed to using t he rear view camera monit or, practice backing up in a safe place. If in doubt, ask another per son outside the vehicle to ass ist.

The monitor is operational wh enev er t he eng ine is ru nn ing. T o us e the moni tor, f lip the switch from standby to ON (the monitor will also work when with the motor home is in “reverse” and the monitor in standby). Make sure you turn the

monitor to standby while driving to avoid being distracted.

Never operate the rear vis ion monitor in the ON position for extended periods of time as this may result in an "image burn" on the monitor.

WARNING

Do not set anything on or atta ch anything to the ins trument panel or dash. Do not attach anything to the st eering wheel co ver such as tri m material, ba dges, etc. Failure to follo w these warnings may res trict t he driver' s visi bilit y or ca use an object to strike and injure an occup ant in the case of a collision or sud den

stop.

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BRAKING & STOPPING

When descending a long hill, drop d own into a lower gear (or lower range if you have automatic transmission). Avoid conditions that require excessive and prolonged use of your brakes. Apply and releas e brakes at short interva ls to give them a chance to cool. The vehicl e transmis sion and e ngine will help in c ontroll ing downhill speed and can lengthen brake life. The distance required to stop the motor home is greater than an automobile’s. Use care when accelerating or decelerating on a slipp ery surface. Abrupt s peed changes can cause ski dding and loss of control.

Driving through water deep e n ough t o wet th e brak es m a y af fec t st oppin g dist anc e or cause the vehicle to pull to one s ide. Che ck the mot or hom es brak e op er atio n i n a safe area to be sure they hav e not been af fected. Ne ver operate an y vehicle i f

a difference in braking eff iciency is noticeable.

PARKING BRAKE

The parking brake should be engaged when the motor home is parked. Never drive your motor home with the park ing brake set as this will reduce the parking brake effectiveness and caus e excessive wear. For more information refe r to your Chassis Guide.

FRONT AXLE TIRE ALIGNMENT

The term alignment refers to both the adjust ment angles on the s teering axle and suspension and tracking of the rear axle. Many factors are considered when establishing proper alignm ent. Steering components, s uspension, wheel bearings and even proper loading will affect the alignment.

WARNING

The rear vision camera aids in the use of, but does not replace vehicle side/rear-view mirrors.

WARNING

Objects in the camera vie w are closer than they appear. When back ing up, proceed cautiously and be prepared to stop.

WARNING

Your motor home braking system is rated for operation at GVWR not

GCWR.

WARNING

Whenever possible, do not travel with waste in the holding tanks. Liquid or debris in the holding tank(s) may affect the towing characteristics and may

result in property damage or personal injury.

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We recommend you have the front suspension and steering alignment checked and adjusted after you have fully loaded the vehicle according to your needs as part of the vehicle maintenance. Thereafter, it is your responsibility to have the alignment inspected periodically to maintain vehicle steering performance and prevent uneven tire wear as part of your normal maintenance.

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NOTE: Always have the alignment checked and adjusted b y a qualified sho p with the proper equipment to handle heavy vehicles.

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NOTE: A road test by the deal er shoul d be inc luded as part of the pre-delivery inspection. The dealer ca n ch eck f or and c or r ect any st eeri ng pr obl ems b efore you take delivery.

After this road test has been compl eted, front-end alignme nt and/or vibrations will not be covered as part of the new vehicle limited warranty

TIRES

Read and understand the following before taking your first trip in your RV!

Proper care and maintenance of your tires is essential to ensur e your safety, as well as the safety of others, as you travel.

Routine maintenance on your mot or home is important, but it cannot b e ov erstated just how critical pro per t ir e m ai ntena nce is to t he s af et y, oper at ion and dura bilit y of your new motor home. You m ust follow the manufactur er’s inflation guidelines f or maximum load capacity; under -inflation is just as dangerous as ov er-inflation. To insure your tires are oper ating s afely, reg ular insp ection of your tires and check ing tire pressures is absolut ely mandatory.

Examine your tires frequently for unusual wear. Alignment, balance and bearing wear will affect tire wear. Make sure to look for cracking, bulging, uneven tread wear, etc.

When you are using your m otor home, check inflation pressure week ly to insure maximum tire life and travel wear. P ressur e should b e chec ked when the t ires ar e cold. During travel, tires heat up and pressure i ncreases. Do not bleed air from hot tires or your tires may then be under-inflated.

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NOTE: Col d tire inflation pressur e is defined as a tire t hat has not been used for three or more hours, or has been driven less than one mile. Tire inflation pressure of a hot tire ma y show an increase of as much as 6 psi over a co ld tire.

DANGER

Failure to follow proper inflation guidelines may result in tire failure, which under certain circumstances can cause loss of vehicle control or accidents that may result in property damage, bodily injury and/or death.

WARNING

Tire pressure should be checked at the beginning of each trip to obtain the maximum life of the tire. Follow the instructions listed on the Federal Certification label to determine the correct tire pres sure. Under-inflation m ay cause tire failures and swayin g, this may result in loss of control, inj ury, death or property damage.

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Tire pressure is the m ost import ant factor i n the life a nd perform ance of your t ires. Proper inflation should be m onitored closely. Failure to do so could res ult in the overheating of a tire, which could result in a blowout. Infl ation pressure s hould be as recommended by the tire manufacturer or as the federal label for the motor home indicates.

CHANGING A TIRE

If you experience a flat tire on your motor hom e while driving, gradua lly decrease your vehicle speed (if possible). Hold the steering wheel firmly and move the motor home to a safe place on the side of the road. Please contact your road service provider (if applic able) or a qual ified s ervice facil it y for assist ance. It i s not recommended you attempt t o change the ti re or jack t he motor hom e yourself ; this is why a jack and spare tire have not been included with the motor hom e. Make sure the road service technician reads and is familiar with the Chassis Guide information regarding changing the tires. Make sure the wheel lug nuts have been tightened to the proper torque as outlined in your Chassis Guide.

Replacement

WARNING

The motor home is very he avy. Raising th e motor home to repl ace the spare tire should only be done with extreme caution by a qualified technic ian. The vehicle could slip, caus ing personal injury or deat h. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO

DO THIS YOURSELF

WARNING

When replacing a tire, make sure to replace it with a tire of the same size an d specifications (refer to your Chassis Guide and/or the Federal certification label for assistance.) Be s ure to us e onl y tires that are rat ed for RV us e. T he use of passenger tires should be avoided; they do not have the same load

capability as tires that are specifically identified for RV us e.

WARNING

Do not use the leveling jack system to support the motor home while under the vehicle or changing tires. The leveling system is designed as a levelin g system only. Do not use t he leveling jack system as a jack or in conjunction with a jack. It is highly recom mend ed t hat, shou ld a t ire ch ang e be re quir ed, it be performed by a knowledg eable, trained professiona l. Attempts to change tires while supporting the motor home with the leveling jack system could

result in damage to the motor hom e and risk causing serious injury or death.

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WHEEL LUGS/WHEEL LINERS

Torque is the amount of rotating force applied to a fastener, such as a lug nut. Proper torque of lug nuts can only be achieved by using a properly calibrated torque wrench and sock et. Do not use a 4-way socket or any other t ype of wrench that does not measure the actual pressure applied to the lug nut.

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NOTE: The proper method of tightening wheel lug nuts is with a torque wrench, not with an impact wrench or by hand. Because of the importance of having proper torque on the whe el lug nuts, you should always have the wheels mounted and properly tor qued by a qualified technician using the proper tools

After your first trip, check the wheel lug tor que periodically for saf ety according to your Chassis Guide. If you suspect t he wheel lug nuts hav e loosened at any time, have them checked and torqued to the proper limits immediately.

Check and re-torque after the first 10, 25 and 50 miles (16, 40 and 80 kilometers). Thereafter, check and maintain the torque according to the listed torque values.

Wheel lugs

If you suspect or notice t he wheel stud b olts are cracked o r broken, they must be replaced, along with ad jacent bolts that have pro babl y also bee n weakened du e to the additional stress placed on them.

WHEEL BEARINGS & BRAKES

Follow the Chassis Guide maintenance instructions for the front and rear axle for wheel and suspension maintenance, including the brakes and wheel bearings. Contact your Chassis manufacturer for assistance.

EMERGENCY STOPPING

Always carry road flares or re flectiv e warnin g signs t o displ ay if necessar y. Pull off the roadway as far as possible for emerge nc y s toppin g. Turn ON your motor home hazard warning flasher s. If traveling at night, use three red warning indicators such as flares, reflectors or lant erns, as follows:

1. Place the first warning indictor on the traffi c side of the motor home, directed

at the nearest approaching traffic.

WARNING

Check and tighten the wheel lug nuts regularly to make sure they did not

loosen during travel. Refer to your Chassis Guide for Torque

recommendations. Failure to tighten and maintain wheel lug nuts to the proper torque specification, could allow the wheels to come off while the motor home is in motion, and coul d result in serious injury in the event of a

collision or loss of vehicle control.

WARNING

Failure to maintain proper torque of the wheel lug nuts could lead to separation of the tire and wheel while driving, possibly resulting in property

damage or personal injury.

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2. Place the second warning indicator 100 feet behind the motor home in the center of the lane and toward approaching traffic.

3. Place the third warning indicator 100 feet in front of the motor home in the center of the lane and away from the traffic approaching from behind.

The hazard-warning flasher provides additional safety if the motor home is stopped on the side of the roadway and presents a possible hazard to other motorists. When the flasher is on, it serves as a warning to others to approach and overtake your vehicle with caution.

Curves and/or hills may affect the safe placement of warnin g indicators

EMERGENCY TOWING

If your motor home ever needs to be towed, refer to the instructions in your Chassis Guide. Please contact your road service provider (if applicable) or a qualified service facility for assistance. Make sure the road service technician reads and is familiar with the information contained in your Chassis Guide regarding emergency towin g.

LEVELING JACKS (IF SO EQUIPPED)

Once you have parked your motor home (and blocked the wheels if needed), you need to ensure it is level. Leveling is very important.

 The water drainage systems are designed with proper slope and must be

level for proper operation.

 The appliances perform best when level.

WARNING

For personal safety, al wa ys stand off the road and out of the way of traffic.

WARNING

Never allow anyone to go under the RV while it is being lifted and/or being towed.

WARNING

When the unit is being towed, be aware of the strap locations. Misplaced straps could result in damage to the exterior of you unit. Damage resulting from misplaced straps is the responsibility of the t owing company, and is not

covered by the unit warranty

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Before operating the syste m

The hydraulic leveling jack system should only be operated under the following conditions:

1. Park the motor home on re asonably solid surface or jacks may sink into the ground. On extremely soft surfaces use load distribution pads under each leveling jack.

2. Check that potential jack contact locations are clear of obstructions or depressions.

3. Keep people clear of the m otor home prior to turni ng the leveling system ON and while the leveling system is in operation.

4. Engage the parking brake.

5. Make sure the transmission gear selector is engaged in NEUT RAL or PARK.

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NOTE: The engine must be running for the leveling system to operate.

The following label should b e kept permanent ly affixed by the lev eling jack cont rol panel located in the command center:

Fig. 4.1 Leveling jack label

CAUTION

Before operating the hydrau l ic leveling system:

 Check that potential jack contact locations are clear of obstructions or

depressions.

 Keep people clear of the motor home prior to turning the lev eling system

ON and while the leveling s ystem is in operation.

CAUTION

Never expose hands or other parts of the body near hydraulic leaks. Highpressure oil leaks may cut and penetrate the skin causing serious injury

CAUTION

Never lift the wheels off the ground when leveling the motor home.

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To manually override

Before attempting to ov erride t he semi -autom atic hydr aulic l eveling s ystem ensure the area around the motor home is clear of others, including ch ildren and pets. In the event the hydraulic leveling jack control panel will not retract the jacks, the jacks can be retracted using the au xili ary val ves at t he hydr aulic p ump con nectio n. Refer to the manufacturers user guide for detailed operating and safety information.

Storage

When storing the motor home, it is recommended the jacks be stored in the retracted position (the manufacturer requires the jacks be cycled periodically).

If the jacks must be stored in the ext ended p ositio n, it is recom mended th e s ystem be fully retracted once per m onth.

CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM

Your motor home has been equipped with an integrat ed heating / air cond itioning system. It is designed to provide windshield defrost, heating and cooling for the front seat occupants only, and is not capable of heating and cooling the entire motor home. Refer to the manufacturer’s manual for detailed operating instructions and tips.

Fig. 4.1 Dash Mounted Climate control system

WARNING

 After starting the level ing c ycle it is ver y impor tant you or other occupa nts

do not move around in t h e mo tor hom e unt il the vehicle is level. F ail ure to remain still during the leveling cycle can affect the leveling jack system sensors.

 Do not move the motor hom e while the jacks are still in cont act with the

ground or extended. Damage to the vehicle could occur.

 Do not rely solely upon warning lights to determine the position of the

leveling jacks. It is the operator’s responsibility to check that all the leveling jacks are fu lly raised in the travel mode before movi ng the motor

home.

WARNING

Use extreme cautio n when overriding the hydraulic le veling jack pump. Ensure that no one becomes trapped under the motor home or by the entrance steps (if extended). It is highly recommended you have

someone assist you.

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System Layout

The heater / air conditioner u nit is located on the outs ide of the vehicle fir ewall. In most modes of operation the unit draws in fresh air from th e outside and heats or cools it before discharging the treated air into the vehicle. Only in the MAX A/C mode does the system draw air from inside the vehicle.

Operating Features

The air conditioning system is designed to operate in all modes except VENT, FLOOR, and OFF. This provides significant moi sture, dust and pollen re moval for enhanced passenger comfort .

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NOTE: When outside ambient temperatures are below approximately 40° F, the A/C compressor may cycle rapidly or not engage. Use VENT mode (see below) instead of MAX A/C mode or A/ C mode in these temperatur e conditions to cool the interior air t emperatur e. For oper ational saf ety in the ev ent of the loss of vacuum, the HVAC system i s designed to discharge air thr ough the defrost vents to provide continuous windshield defogging.

Air Distribution – Mode Control

To achieve the maximum comfort in your motor home, the air must be directed where it is needed. The mode s witch (right of cent er) gives the driver the ability to select where the air will flow.

 MAX A/C Air is drawn from the passenger compartment (Re-circulated Air)

and discharged through the dash louvers. This position is used to provide maximum cooling, and is generally used during extremely hot weather conditions for initial cool-down periods. Because MAX A/C does not allow fresh "outside" air into the passenger compartment, it may cause fogging of the windows, and/or stale air, when used for prolonged periods of time. Switch to A/C mode periodic al ly if these conditions occur.

 A/C Outside air (Fres h Air) is drawn into the system and discharged through

the dash louvers. These louvers can be adjusted for maximum comfort.

 VENT Outside air (fresh air) is drawn into the system and di scharged throu gh

the dash louvers.

 OFF The blower mot or does not operat e in this mode. T he fresh air inlet d oor

closes, minimizing outside air infiltration into the vehicle.

 BI-LEVEL - Outside air is drawn into the system and dischar ged through the

dash louvers, floor outlet s. The A/C system operates in BI-LEVEL mode.

 FLOOR - Outside air is drawn into the system and discharged through the

floor outlets. The A/C system does not operate in FLOOR mode.

 MIX - Outside air is drawn int o the system and discharged through the floor

and defrost outlets. The A/C system operates in MIX mode to provide windshield defogging.

 DEFROST - Outside air is drawn into the s ystem and discharg ed through the

defrost outlets. The A/C system operates in DEFROST mode to provide windshield defogging.

 NOTE: In the event of a loss of vacuum, system will automatically switch to DEFROST MODE.

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NOTE: Any repairs to the climate control system must be authorized by Entegra Coach or the system manufacturer. Refer to Sec. 10 of this manual for manufacturer information.

CAUTION

Loss of vacuum effects many other functions of the vehicle as well as the heating system. In the event of loss of vacuum, the vehicle should be taken immediately to the nearest authorized service center for diagnosis and/or

repair.

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The slideout room system is designed for additi onal floor space and co mfort. The mechanical components are gear driven. Electric powered slideout room systems have a manual override to allow you to extend or retract the slideout room(s) in case of a power loss. Make sure you have sufficient power available before operating your slideout system.

OPERATING THE SLIDEOUT

1. The auxiliary battery (customer supplied) must be fully charged and connected. If possibl e, the RV should be hooked up to 120-volt AC power so the converter operates.

2. The RV must be level an d the s tabilizer jack s in the extend ed position.

3. Locate the slideout room control switch. The main slideout switch is located in the command center. The bedroom slideout switch may be located in the com mand center or on a bedroom interior wall depending on the model.

4. To move the room out, pres s the OUT section of the switch and hold it until the motor stops (travel time is approx. 25 seconds). Operating the switch after the room is fully extended will damage the switch and motor.

Fig. 5.3

Bedroom

slideout

control

switch

WARNING

Ensure that the motorhome is level bef ore operating the s lideout room. Wat er leaks and other problems could result if the slideout is operated without leveling the motorhome.

Ensure there are no people or obstructions blocking the path of the room when it is moving. Ke ep away f rom the sli de rails when the room is in moti on. The gear assembly may pinch or catch on loose clothing causing personal injury.

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN

SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

CAUTION

Do not place excessive weight in the slideou t room. It can cause the s lideout room to malfunction and cause dam age to the slideout.

CAUTION

Additional support jacks are not needed under the slideout. Damage can

occur to your slideout room fr om improper use of aftermarke t support jacks.

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After the slideout is extended, verify that the cor ners of the black rubber sea l are set up correctly. T he corner s o f t his se al are c ut at a 45° a ngl e. T he t op of t h e s eal must overlap the side of the seal to avoid the possibility of water penetration.

Retracting slideout room

Press the IN section of t he slideout control s witch and h old it unt il the mot or stops. Operating the switch af ter the room is fully retracted will dama ge the switch and motor.

Maintenance

Your slideout system has been designed to require very little maintenance. To ensure a long life of your slideout system, read, understand and follow these simple instructions. This system contains a pre-lubed bearing that is lubricated when the room is moved in and out. Do not spr ay oil or grease on the rails while the room is extended.

TROUBLESHOOTING THE SLIDEOUT

If the slideout does not move when the slideout switch is depress ed, follow these steps.

 Check the auxiliary battery (customer supplied) for a full charge and good

wire connections.

 Check the 12-volt fuse or circuit breaker.  Check for loose connectio ns at the slideout motor.

If the slideout still will not operate, follow these steps.

 If the slideout is extended, refer to the following section on overriding the

specific slideout system i nstalled on your RV.

 If the slideout is retracted, leave it in that position.  Contact your dealer or Jayco C us tomer Service for repair assis tance.

If the slideout extends crook ed or only one side moves, follow these steps.

 Follow steps on overridin g the specific slideout system installed on your RV.  You may need to push the side that is not sliding to get it to retract all the

way.

 Contact your dealer or Jayco C us tomer Service for repair assis tance.

Fig. 5.4 Exterior

slideout room corner

WARNING

Do not work on your system unless the 12-volt DC (auxiliary battery, customer supplied) and 120-volt AC electrical systems (shore line power cord) have

been disconnected.

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Slideout override

Locate and remove the access panel for the slideout motor.

Fig. 5.5 Main room slideout motor

1. From the rear of the motor, rotat e the brake release lever counter-clockwise 1/8 turn. This will release the brake that locks the slideout i n place.

2. Disconnect one slideout motor wire near the motor.

3. The slideout is now free t o move. Locate the access panel either at the fr ont or rear of the slideout rail. Remove the access panel for the manual s lideout shaft.

4. Use a 3/4 socket and ratchet on the hex head located on either end of the drive shaft and turn the shaft until the slideout is in the position you desire. When the slideout is fully exte nded (or ret racted), put pressur e on the wrench to ensure a tight seal, then return the brake release lever to its normal downward position. T his will ensure that the slideout is locked into a seale d

position

WARNING

Do not work on your system unless the battery is disconnected. Failure to

comply could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION

When the slideout motor brake is released, the slideout will not lock into place, and therefore i t will not be s ealed from the out doors ! When t he s lide out has been retracted, retur n the brake release lever to its down ward position in

order to seal and lock the slideout.

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JAY CO CLASS A MOTOR HOMES SECTION 6 – ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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The RV electrical system is c omprised of two indepe ndent elect rical s ystems . One operates off of 12-volt D C power and the other off of 120-volt 6 0hz AC power. All installations have been mad e in compliance with indust ry standards applicabl e on the date of manufacture. Because the electrical equipment and associated circuitry are engineere d into a dedicated system s pecific to your motor home, we recommend you do not m ake unauthorized changes or add fixed applian ces to it.

Changes or additions made after delivery may result in a hazardous condition.

Service and/or modif ication of the electrical system sho uld only be performed by qualified electrical technicians using approved materials, components, and methods meeting current safety and code requirements. Please consult your dealer’s service department for assistance.

To read more about the various components incorporated into the motor home electrical system, please refer to the information contained in your Warranty Packet. Consult the Chassis Guide for information pertaining to the chassis drivetrain electrical system.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

Always disconnect the shor e power cord, tur n “off” the inver ter, and the generator, disable automatic gener ator st art f unctio nalit y, and disconnect the negat iv e 12-volt DC battery terminal b efore working on the elect rical system. Always m ake sure the battery disconnect solenoid, power converter, and inverter (if so equipped) are turned “off” before disconnecting the house batteries.

IN CASE OF AN ELECTRICAL FIRE

1. Have everyone evacuate the motor home immediately.

2. Switch the 120-volt main circuit breaker in the motor home to the “off” position.

3. Disconnect the negative battery cable(s) at the battery.

4. Disconnect the power cord f r om the shore power receptacle.

5. Turn “off” the generator.

6. Always have faulty or damaged wiring and electrical components repaired immediately.

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NOTE: It is important that everyone knows where to find the 120-volt main

circuit breaker and how it operates.

WARNING

Use caution when using met al tools. If a tool contacts a battery termin al or metal connected to it, a s hort circuit could occ ur which could cause pers onal

injury, explosion or fire

WARNING

Do not attempt to use water to put out an electrical fire. Water can spread

some types of fire, and electrocution is possible with an electrical fire.

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COMMAND CENTER

Your motor home is equipped with a Com mand Center that allows you t o monitor several systems from one locat ion. For your conv enie nce, the Comm an d Center i s located near the kitchen area. More information on the controls located in the Command Center will be discussed throughout this manual.

120-VOLT CIRCUIT BREAKERS

The 120-volt AC circuit break ers located inside the main lo ad center and inverter sub-panel protect all 120-volt wiring and components in the motor home from circuit overloads and short circuits. Should a circuit overload or short c ircuit occur the circuit breaker protecting the affected circuit will “trip” preventing the flow of electricity through th at circuit. If a circuit bre aker trips, shut “off ” the appliance on that circuit (i.e., centr al air conditioner, etc.) and allow the circuit bre aker to cool down for a brief period of time .

After the cooling down per iod, reset the circuit breaker by moving its lever “ off” and then back to the “on” position. If the circuit breaker re-trips or frequently trips, contact your dealer to have the electrical problem diagnosed and repaired. A circuit breaker identif ication label is permanently att ached to the inside surface of the 120-volt load center.

Maintenance and Replacem ent

At the beginning of camping season, inspect the circuit b reakers and replace as needed. Test by turning each c ircuit breaker “off” and back “on”. Circuit breakers are wearable parts and mus t be replaced as needed, as part of your motor home maintenance. If you have any questions, consult your dealer.

Please contact your dealer for repair assistance when replacing circuit breakers

POWER CONVERTER

The power converter converts 120-volt AC power to useable 12-volt DC power when the shore power cord is connected to an external power source. The converter has a built-in protective thermal breaker that will shut it down should overheating occur. Over heating can be caused by operating the converter above its maximum power output for an extended period of time, or by an obstruction t o its ventilation air flow. To reduce converter heat build keep unnecessary 12-volt lights and motors turned “off”. Keep the converter cooling fins and fan clear of obstructions.

Inspection and maintenance

If the 12-volt power converter is not working (auxiliary battery not being charged) check the reverse polarity fuse(s) located on the end of the conv er ter.

CAUTION

Circuit breakers and fus es will not offer complete protection of the electrical system in the event of po wer surge or voltage spike.

WARNING

Replacement circuit br eakers must be of the same volta ge, amperage rating and type. Never use a higher rated repl acement circuit break er; doing so m ay cause a fire by overheating the RV wiring.

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There are no customer se rviceable parts inside the converter case and the manufacturer’s warranty will be void if the case has been removed. If you

have further concerns co ntact your dealer.

GFCI RECEPTACLE OUTLET

Grounding is your personal protection from electrical shock. Each motor home has a ground fault current int errupter (G FCI) engin eered int o the electric al s ystem. This device has been designed to reduce the possible injury caused by electric shock. The GFCI will not protect against short circuits or circ uit overloads. Test all GFCI receptacles monthly

 Push in the GFCI “T EST” button. The GFCI “RE SET” button should po p out

indicating the GFCI receptacle has been “tripped” and interrupted 120-volt power.

 Push in the GFCI “RESET” button to restore 120-volt power. Contact your

independent Jayco dealer for assist anc e if the G FCI “RE S ET ” butt on does not restore 120-volt power and pops back out.

A “tripped” GFCI receptacle indicates that abnormall y high 120-volt current flow (a ground fault) was detect ed through the electrical s ystem grounding circuit. A fault condition can be caused by f aulty wire insulation, wet wiring insi de an appliance, or faulty electrical equipment connected to t he circuit, etc. All gro und faults must be repaired before use of the m otor home

12-VOLT DC SYSTEM

The majority of your motor home lighting is po wered by 12-volt electricity. The 12volt DC syste m is composed of components that will operate when the following conditions are met:

 Power is supplied by the chassis alternator when the chassis engine is

running.

 The power converter will supply interior 12-volt DC power when the shore

power cord is plugged into a 120-volt external power source. The converter will also charge the house batteries in most situations.

 The house batteries power many interior 12-volt components including the

lighting fixtures, water pump, 12-volt motors, 12-volt appliances, et c, when the motorhome is not connected to a 120 volt power source.

AUXILIARY START SYSTEM

Your motor home is equipped with an auxiliar y start s witch which can mo mentarily connect both the house and chas sis batteries should the chassis b attery become discharged. To operate, depress the "Aux. Start" switch (located on the front driver’s dash) and hold it down. While the "Aux. Start" switch is depressed use the ignition key to start the chas sis engine. Release the "Aux. Start" switch aft er the engine has started.

12-VOLT BATTERY DISCONNECT

The 12-volt battery disconnect switch is located near the entrance door. This momentary switch controls a latching type solenoid (located near the house batteries), which conn ects or disc onnects t he house b atteries d ependent upon the number of times it is pushed.

When engaged the battery disconnect solenoid supplies battery power to all accessories connected to the house 12-volt fuse panel.

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The battery disconnect feature should be us ed to disc onnect the motor ho me from house battery power during periods of storage or during maintenance. The solenoid must be engaged for the 12-volt house electrical system to operate. Never depress the moment ary batter y disconnect switch fo r longer tha n 1 second. Depressing and holding the switch down will disable the battery disconnect solenoid. Should this oc cur the mai n ground cabl e for the house batteries must be removed for 1 minute to re-enable the solenoid operation.

HOUSE BATTERIES

Your motor home has many 12-volt DC loads. When combined, their total load requires more power than the converter can produce. High demands for 12-volt power can be met by the ho use batteries for a limite d period of time. The 12-volt DC electrical system is designed for usage with Group 27 deep cycle batteries. The batteries for the house section of the motorhome are usually referred to as house (or coach) batteries.

The house batteries are factory-i nstalled to provid e tempora ry 12-volt po wer when 120-volt power is not available to operate the power converter. When drawing energy from the batteries, remember that there is a limited amount of power available before the batteries need to be recharged.

To recharge the house batteries

When the engine is running, the alternator will automatically charge the house batteries through the auxiliary start solenoid. When parked at a campsite and plugged into shore power the power converter will automatically charge the batteries. Complete charging may take several hours and depends upon battery condition and the amount of power consumed by the 12-volt devices operated during the charging period.

Dry camping

Consider the charge conditio n of the house batter ies when dry campin g. When the house batteries are not being recharged and power is being drawn from them, they will eventually discharge. A battery will discharge f aster as its voltage gets lower. Plan your 12-volt electrical use ac cordingly.

A fully charged 12-volt b attery will read 12.7 volts DC and h ave a specific gravity of 1.265 at 80°F (32°C). T he house batteries are considered discharged at 11.8 volts and “dead” at 11.65 volts. When battery voltage drops below these lower thresholds permanent battery damage may occur.

Typically, a deep cycl e battery has an am p-hour rating of 75-100 amps. If you run the furnace and refrigerator s imultaneously, you will be usi ng approximately (12.0 + 3.0) 15.0 amps per hour.

This does not include any 12-volt lights, water pump or any other 12-volt component.

If the furnace and refrigerat or in the above example operat ed constantly, a 75 amp-hour battery would becom e fully discharged in 5 hours (75ah / 15a = 5h).

WARNING

Always wear eye protection when working with batteries. Keep sparks, cigarettes and flames away from the battery as the battery may explode. Do not use a booster battery or any other power source that has an output that exceeds 12-volt. Use adequat e ventilation when charging o r using the batt ery

in an enclosed space.

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Battery storage instructions

Some equipment in your moto r home will draw small amo unts of electrical current even when turned “off”. T o prevent house bat tery dischar ge when the mo tor home is not connected to power through t he shore power cord, it is recommended you shut “off” the 12-volt battery disconnect solenoid and

disconnect the battery

negative cable at the house batteries. During storage, it is import ant to check battery voltage at least every two weeks

and to recharge them as needed. If you remove the batteries from your motor home protect them from accidental shorting and keep them in a cool, dry, well ventilated area.

Replacement and maintenance

For accuracy, test battery voltage using a volt-ohm meter (customer supplied). When it is time to replac e the house batteries, replace with Group 27 deep cycle batteries only. Contact the battery manufacturer for further information. Do not reverse the positive and negative battery cables. Doing so will blow the reverse polarity fuses that protect the power converter.

CHASSIS BATTERIES

Each chassis is built with batteries to provide energy to start the engine and operate devices supplied with the chassis. The chassis battery is furnished and warranted by the chassis manufacturer (as applicable).

ISOLATOR SOLENOID

When house batteries are i nstalle d in parall el cir cuitry with the ch assis bat tery, th e charge level in both connected batteries will naturally equalize. An isolator solenoid is incorporat ed to break the conne ction between the ho use batteries and the chassis battery when the ignition key is in the “off” position.

Breaking this connectio n prevents discharge of the chassis batter y (used to start the engine) when using 12-vo lt devices in the house section of your motor home. When the engine is running the isolator solenoid engages allowing the house batteries to be charged by the vehicle alternator.

12-VOLT FUSE PANEL

The 12-volt fuse panel is labeled to indicate fuse sizes, positions and the components powered. At the beginn ing of camping season, inspec t all the 12-volt fuses and replace as needed.

Replacing a fuse

Before replacing a fuse, always turn off the electrical c omponents protected by it.

1. Disconnect the shore power cord.

2. Turn “off” the inverter (if so equipped).

3. Disconnect the house batteries main negative battery cable.

4. Remove the fuse panel cover to check fuses.

5. Pull the fuse straight out of the fuse block. If the fuse is not blown, something else must be causing the problem. Please contact your dealer for further assistance.

CAUTION

Always leave the ignition k ey in the "off" position unless t he engine is running.

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6. Insert a new fuse of the same specif ied voltage, amper age rating and type in the original location. Never use a higher rated replacement fuse.

The fuse panel label shoul d be kept permanent ly affixed to your motor home. The fuses will not offer complete p rotection of the motor home elec trical system in the event of a power surge or spi k e.

Replacement fuses must be of the same voltage, amperage rating and type. Never use a higher rated replacement fuse; doing so may cause a fire by overheating the RV wiring.

GENERATOR

The factory-installed generator will produce 120-volt AC power for use when camping in areas where shore power is unavailable. 120-volt power from the generator is output to the AC distribution center by way of a factory-installed automatic transfer switch. In the default mode, the automatic transfer switch connects the generator to the AC distribution center when the generator is operating and shore power is disconnected.

When the generator is operating it will power the converter, which in turn will charge the house and chassis batteries. The generator requires 12-volt power from the house batteries to start and draws f uel from the chassis fuel ta nk. If the fuel tank drops to or below 1/4 full, the generator will automaticall y shut of f to kee p the motor home from being stranded. Be aware the generator, when operating, gives off carbon monoxide.

Before starting the gener at or

1. Make sure the carbon monoxi de detector is working.

2. Turn “off” air conditioners and all other appliances.

3. Check for fuel, exhaust and coolant leaks.

STOP the generator immediately if there is a fuel, exhaust or coolant leak and have it repaired!

WARNING

Replacement fuses must b e of the same voltage, amperag e rating and type. Never use a higher rated replacement fuse; doing so may cause a fire by overheating the RV wiring.

WARNING

CARBON MONOXIDE IS DEADLY! Do not run the generator when your motor home is indoors or in a confined space. Asphyxiation or carbon monoxide poisoning hazards exist whenever generator exhaust gasses can

CAUTION

Excessive cranking can over h eat an d dam age t he ge ner ator starter motor. Do not crank for more than 20 seconds at a time. Wait at least two minutes before trying again. If the generator does not st art after the third try, refer to

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To start the generator manually

1. A remote start/stop switch is located inside the motor home. A second start/stop switch is located on the generator.

2. Press the operation contro l switc h to st art th e gener ator. (Dep endin g on how cold it is, preheat can take up to 15 seconds).

3. The hour meter will monitor minut es of usage when the generator is run ni ng.

For top performance an d engine life, especiall y i n colder weather, let the generator engine warm up for two minutes before connecting (turning “on”) appliances.

Automatic Generator Start (AGS) system (if so equipped) When enabled, the AGS system will automatically start and stop the generator according to operator or factory selected parameters. It can also be used as a manual generator start /stop switch.

1. The AGS system has been set up and tested using default values for the factory-installed generator. Consult the manufacturer’s manual for operator programming informatio n.

2. The AGS system is enabled by pressing the SUTO GEN key followed by pressing the ENTER key on the f ac e of the Energy Command control panel.

3. The AGS system will not operate unless the battery disconnect switch is “on”.

4. The factory-installed AGS system will not start the generator when shore power is connected to the motor home. If shore power is connected to the motor home when the AGS has star ted the generator, the generator will stop.

5. The AGS system as installed will be disabl ed anytime th e chassis ignit ion ke y is cycled to either the “ on” or “off” position. The AGS may be manually reenabled after an ignition key cycle.

6. The AGS system, when enabled, and with the abov e condit ions met , can st art and stop the generator according to:

 front air conditioner ca l l to run  rear air conditioner call to run  coach battery low charge level

WARNING

CARBON MONOXIDE IS DEADLY! MOVING PARTS AND ELECTRICITY can cause severe personal injury or death. To reduce exposure to these hazards, always disable AGS before:

 Sleeping in vehicle, unless vehicle has a work ing CARBON MONOXIDE

detector.

 Parking vehicle in garage or confined space.  Parking vehicle for stor age.  Servicing vehicle for st orage.  Servicing generator.  Servicing batteries.  Servicing appliances or electrical systems.  Fueling the vehicle.

DO NOT run the generator or use the AGS AUTO ON or QUIET ON modes when your RV is indoors or in a confined space. Asphyxiation or

carbon monoxide poisoning hazards exist whenever generator exhaust gasses can accumulate.

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 coach battery charge l evel pri or to camp gr ound q uiet time (when AGS is

set to quiet time “on” mode).

Maintenance With the exception of simple it ems such as normal m aintenance (i.e., oil changes, etc.), all service work should be done by a repair facility authorized by the generator OEM. Improper adjustments can damage the generator and electrical appliances, and can result in a safety hazard. If any discrepancy or problem is noted, contact your dealer for assistance.

INVERTER (IF SO EQUPPED)

Your motor hom e may be equipped with a f actory-installed inverter that converts 12-volt DC current to 120-volt AC current. It is important that you familiarize yourself with the inverter funct ion and oper ation. T he inverter should be “off” when not in use.

The factory-installed i nverter is not intended for use with medical device(s).

12-VOLT DC OUTLET (IF SO EQUIPPED)

There may be a 12-volt DC outlet (not applicable on all models) in your motor home. When the 12-volt DC outlet is used as a power source for an electric appliance, make sure that the appliance ope rates on 12-volt DC po wer and that it consumes less than 60 watts (5 amps) of 12-volt power. To prevent short circuits do not allow metallic foreign matter to get into the 12-volt DC outlet.

REPLACING LIGHT BULBS

Before replacing a bulb, be sur e the light is off. Do not touch t he glass part of the new bulb with your bare fingers. The sk in oil left on the gl ass will evapor ate when the bulb gets hot, the vapor will condense on the reflector and it will dim the surface. Replace a bulb only with a new bulb of the same rating and type.

APPROXIMATE ELECTRICAL LOAD RATINGS

120 Volt System

Air Conditioner

18 AMPS

Coffee Maker

6-12 AMPS

Converter (each)

8 AMPS

Curling Iron or Hair Dryer

10-14 AMPS

DVD System

3 AMPS

Microwave

12 AMPS

Refrigerator

6 AMPS

Satellite Receiver

2 AMPS

2-4 AMPS

Vacuum Cleaner

8 AMPS

Washer/Dryer

12 AMPS

Water Heater

12 AMPS

120 Volts: Labeled watts divided by 120 = Power consumed in AMPS

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12 Volts: Labeled watts divi ded by 12 = Power consumed in AMPS *Momentary Load

120-VOLT AC SYSTEM - 30 AMP (IF SO EQUIPPED)

Your motor home is equippe d with a 30 amp 120-volt 60hz AC electrical s ystem. The entire system is des ign ed t o oper ate on 1 leg of 120-v o lt power at a maximum current flow of 30 am peres. Exposure to voltages hi gher or lower than a nominal 120-volts will damage or shorten the service life of the electrical system and appliances. The 30 amp 120-volt 60hz AC electrical system can be powered by the 120-volt 60hz util ities fou nd in RV c ampgrounds or by 120-v olt 60hz generator power.

The following electrical components will only operate when your motorhome is connected to shore or generator power: 120 to 12-volt power converter, air conditioner, refrigerator, microwave oven, television(s), home theater system(s), electric water heater, washer, dryer, fireplace, and appliances plugged into convenience receptacles.

12 Volt System

Aisle Lights

1.0 AMP

Baggage Compartment Lights 1.4 AMPS Decorative Wall Lights 1.5 AMPS

Dinette Light

4.5 AMPS

Exterior Entertainment Center

5-7 AMPS

Fantastic Fan

1.5 AMPS

Fluorescent Double Lights -12”

2.0 AMPS

Fluorescent Double Lights -18”

2.5 AMPS

Furnace 12.0 AMPS Generator Start 95.0 AMPS*

Halogen Light

1.7 AMPS

Illuminated Switch

.125 AMP

Inverter

variable

Leveling System

95.0 AMPS*

LP Detector .125 AMP Map Light 1.5 AMPS Porch Light 1.5 AMPS

Power Awning

10.0 AMPS

Power Vent

5.0 AMPS

Refrigerator

3.0 AMPS

Shower Light

1.4 AMPS

Step Cover 10. 0 AMPS TV Plate/Antenna Booster 1.0 AMP

Vanity Light

4.2 AMPS

Water Heater

6.0 AMPS

Water Pump

7.0 AMPS

WARNING

Make certain the externa l power source you connect the power cord to is a properly wired 30 amp NEMA TT-30 RV receptacle and not 240 volt AC.

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120-VOLT AC SYSTEM - 50 AMP (IF SO EQUIPPED)

Your motor home is equippe d with a 50 amp 120-volt 60hz AC electrical s ystem. The entire system is designed to operate on 2 legs of 120-volt power at a maximum current flow of 50 amperes per leg. Exposure to voltages higher or lower than a nominal 120-volts will damage or shorten the service life of the electrical system and appli ances. The 50 amp 120-volt 60 hz AC electrical system can be powered by the 1 20-volt 60hz util itie s found i n RV cam pgroun ds or b y 120volt 60hz generator po wer.

The following electrical components will only operate when your motor home is connected to shore or generator power: 120 to 12-volt power converter, air conditioner(s), refriger at or, mic ro wave ov en, telev isi on(s ), hom e theater system(s), electric water heater, washer, dryer, fireplace, and appliances plugged into convenience receptacles.

POWER CORD

The power cord is also commonly referred to as the “shore power cord.” This power cord is designed to ground the motor home electrical system through the external power source receptacle. It is also designed to carry the voltage and current output from campgr ound power receptacles.

Occasionally the elect rical s ervice prov ided by a camp ground may experi ence low or high voltage (i.e., surges or spikes). Any prolonged exposure will shorten the life of the electrical system and appliances. Consult your dealer for recommendations on power surge protection.

WARNING

Make certain the external po wer source you connect the power cord to is a

properly wired 50 amp NEMA 14-50 RV rece ptacle and not 240 volt AC.

WARNING

 Do not hook up the po wer cord to any receptacle until you have verified

proper polarity and grounding. Polarity indicators can be purchased in most electrical and hard ware stores.

 Do not use any cheater plug, adapter or extension cord to reconfigure

incoming AC power or break t he continuit y of the circuit connect ed to the grounding pin.

 Do not connect the power cord into an outlet that is not grounded, or

adapt the power cord plug t o connect it to a rec eptacle for which it is no t designed.

 Do not remove the grounding pin to connect to a non-grounded

receptacle. Removal of the ground pin disables an important safety feature designed to prevent shock and electrocution hazards.

 Do not connect the po wer cord to an e xtension cord. Us e of an impro per

extension cord will cause overheating of the cord as well as potentially causing premature failur e of the AC equipment.

It is the responsibi lity of the owner of the elect rical receptacle to ensure t hat the receptacle is properly wired and grounded. Reverse polarity and/or

improper grounding of your

RV can cause personal injury or death.

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30AMP Power Cord (if so equipped)

50AMP Power Cord (if so equipped)

Connecting the power cord

Always test the external power source (i.e., the campsite power receptacle or electrical box) with a ground monitor bef ore conn ectin g your power cord to it. If the ground monitor indicates 'reverse polarity' or an 'open ground' DO NOT connect the power cord.

1. Turn “off” the load center main 120-volt circuit breaker.

2. Carefully extend the entire length of the power cord (approximately 25’-35’) from the electric cable hatch to the e xternal power source.

3. Plug the power cord into the receptacle. Be sure all the power cord prongs are properly plugged into the receptacle.

4. Return to your motor home and turn “on” the load center main circuit br eaker.

5. To help prevent power surges from damaging the connected loads, please follow these instructions when hooking up to the external power source:

The shore line power cord should be unplugged when the motor home is left unattended. If something would happen to the electrical system, this may help limit potential dam age.

When you are ready to leave, reverse the power cord connection process. Use care to prevent damaging the power cord electrical connection pins when connecting or disconnecti ng the shore line power cor d. Grasp the plug to remove the power cord from the outlet; do not unplug it by pulling on the cor d.

WARNING

PLUG INTO 30-AMP SERVICE ONLY.

WARNING

Plugging the shoreline power cord into an incorrectly wired power source could damage the motor home elec trical system and result in severe or fatal injury.

WARNING

The power cord must be ful ly extended when in use and not left coiled in the electrical compartment or on t he gr ou nd. If t he po wer c ord i s left coil ed, it may

potentially create enough heat to melt its protective casing.

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Maintenance

Inspect the power cord for cuts, cracks and worn insulation. Have t he power cord replaced immediately if these symptoms are noticed.

CALCULATING ELECTRICAL LOAD

When connecting appliances to the electrical system, remember that 120-volt power usage is limited to a tot al of 30 amps (for 30 AMP systems) and 50 amps per electrical system leg, for a total of 100 amps (for 50 AMP systems) . Be mindful of the fact t hat each o perating ap pliance c ollectivel y places an added loa d on your 120-volt electrical system.

An unintentional “trip” of a circuit breaker may occur if you overload the motor home and/or campground electrical system. The amperage rating of individual appliances can be calculated by dividing appliance wattage consumed (normally listed on the appliance) by nominal design voltage (120 for a 120-volt appliance).

For example: 1200 watts divided by 120-volts equals 10 amps

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Only connect the shore power c ord to properly wired power receptac les.

30 amp systems: 30 amp NEMA TT30 120-volt 50 amp systems: 50 amp NEMA 14-50 1 20 volt.

 Do not connect the shore p ower cord to any po wer receptacle until you have

contacted the campground owner and/or premise attendant to verify proper shore receptacle polarity and grounding. Polari ty indicators can be purchased in most electrical and hardware stores.

 Do not use a cheater plug, adapter or e xtension cord to reconfigur e incoming

AC power or to break the continuity of the power cord grounding circuit.

 Do not connect the power cord to an extension cord. Use of an extension

cord can cause overheating of the extension cord and can create a low voltage condition. Premature failure of connected 120-volt AC powered equipment may result.

 Do not connect the power cord t o an outlet that is not grounded or adapt the

power cord plug to connect to a receptacle for which it is not designed.

 Do not remove the power cor d grounding terminal to allow connect ion with a

non-grounded receptacle. Disabling the grounding circuit of t he shore power cord may create a shock or elect rocution hazard.

It is the responsibilit y of the owner to ensure that the electrical receptacle being used is properly wired and grounded.

Reverse polarity and/or impro per grounding of the motor home c an c ause prop erty damage, personal injur y or death. Failur es due to improper ly wired and gr ounded electric receptacles are n ot covered by the limited warranty.

WARNING

To help prevent power surges from damaging the electrical system and its connected devices, please follow the instructions listing below when connecting to shore po wer.

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FUEL SAFETY

For your protection and others, it is critical to understand the danger associated with fuel. Take time to become educated about the property of fuel and use it

safely.

Fuel selection

Remember the generator is also fueled by the same system used to fuel the chassis engine. Check the generator manufacturer and the chassis manufacturer information to help determine the type of fuel best suited for thi s dual application.

Fuel filler cap

Remove the fuel filler cap b y slo wly turning i t countercl ockwise a nd waitin g for an y "hiss" noise to stop. T hen unscrew the cap a ll the way. To close t he fuel fill er cap, securely turn the cap clockwise until you hear clicking sounds.

Filling the fuel tank

If you spill fuel on the motor home, clean it up immediately. Fuel can dull or soften paint and damage other surf aces. Use care when f ueling yo ur motor hom e. The following labels (if so equipped) should be kept permanently affixed to your motor home:

DANGER

Automotive fuels can cause serio us injury or death if misused or mis handled. If you have further quest ions, consult your deal er or Jayco Customer Service for assistance.

□ Always shut OFF the vehicle engine while refueling. □ Do not bring or store fuel or other flammable liquids inside the motor

home because a fire or explosion may result.

□ Before refueling, extinguish all smoking materials and any open flames. □ Before refueling, always turn OFF all spark producing appliances (i.e.,

water heaters, furnaces, etc .).

□ Do not overfill the fu el ta nk( s). T he pr essur e i n an ov erf ill ed f uel ta nk m a y

cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and/or fire.

□ Fuel spills represent a serious fire hazard, and should be cleaned up

immediately.

□ Never restart an engine or re-light any pilot lights while raw fuel is

present.

FAILURE TO COMPLY COULD RESULT IN FIRE, DEATH OR SERIOUS

INJURY.

WARNING

Do not replace the fuel fill cap with one of a different type. Only use a cap specified for your motor home. Use of a s ubstitut e cap may cr eate excess ive fuel system pressure, res ultin g in fuel st ation damage and improper operation in a collision.

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Fig. 7.1 Flammable liquid

FUEL ECONOMY

Fuel economy depends on many factors. Your driving habits can significantly affect your fuel economy. Some recommendations for achieving maximum fuel economy are shown:

 Keep your tires inflated to the recommended pressures.  Keep your motor home "tuned-up." An out-of-tune engine wastes fuel and

costs you money.

 Keep your air cleaner clean and your moto r home lubricated according t o the

recommendations in this manual and the Chassis Guide.

 Do not overload your motor hom e or tow heavy loads.

EXHAUST GAS FUMES

To avoid breathing exhaust gases, follow these precautions:

 Do not run the engine in confined areas, suc h as a close d garage, a ny longer

than needed to move your mot or home in or out of the area.

 Windows should be closed while driving or running the generator (if so

equipped) to avoid dra wing d angerous exhaust gases into the mot or home.

 If you suspect that e xhaust fumes are entering the passen ger compartment,

have the cause determined and corrected as soon as possible.

If you must drive under thes e circ umstanc es, close a ll the windo ws, and adjust the heating or cooling syst em to force outsid e air into the mot or home (set the blo wer on high speed).

The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the motor home is a properly maintained ventilation system and an active carbon monoxide detector.

WARNING

Avoid inhaling exhaust gases as they contain carbon monoxide, which is a potentially toxic gas that is colorless and odorless. Refer to Sec. 2 Safety

Precautions, Carbon monoxide alarm.

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To allow for proper operation of the motor home ventilation system, keep the ventilation inlet grill(s) c lear of snow, leaves or other obstruc tions at all times.

Maintenance

It is recommended that the exhaust system and vehicle body be inspected by a qualified motor home serv i ce center.

 Each time the engine is ready for an oil change.  Whenever a change in the sound of the exhaust is noticed.  Whenever the exhaust syste m , underbody or rear of the vehicle is damaged.

For more information refer to your C hassis Guide.

PROPANE GAS SYSTEM

Propane or LP (liquefied petroleum) gas is a clean and efficient form of energy when proper handling and sa fety precautions are observed . The propane system in your motor home furnish es the fuel f or cooking, heat ing, hot water and propan e generator (if so equipped). Propane can also be used as an alternative energy source for refrigeration.

The propane fuel system is comprised of numerous components such as the propane container, hoses, the propane gas regulator, piping and copper tubing lines to each appliance.

Propane is heavier than air; the gas tends to flow to lower areas and will sometimes pocket in these low areas, such as the floor.

Your motor home is equipped with a propane alarm (refer to Sec. 2 Safety

Precautions, Combination Carbon Monoxide (CO)/Propane Alarm.)

Maintenance

Although both Jayco and your selling dealer carefully test for leakage, travel vibrations can loosen fittings. Have the vehicle propane system checked at all connections soon after the purchase of your vehicle, and after the ini tial filling of the propane tanks.

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NOTE: All propane li nes have been checked with air pressure at the tim e of manufacture. Dealers are required to recheck and adjust pressure before retail delivery.

Continued periodic checks of the propane system at 5,000 miles of travel (or at least once a year), by a qualif ied propane service representative as part of your normal maintenance is recommended. Hand tighten the LP gas system valves only, do not use a wrench or pliers as over t ighten ing ma y damage t he valve sea ls and cause them to leak.

WARNING

If you are in a parked motor home with either the engine running or the generator running there is a potential for e xhaust fumes to filter bac k into the

motor home.

WARNING

Propane cylinders sh ould not be placed or stor ed inside the vehicle. LP -gas cylinders are equipped with safety devices that relieve pressure by

discharging gas into the at m osphere

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The following labels sho uld be kept permanently affixed to the motor home.

Fig. 7.2 Propane label

PROPANE LEAK TEST

Leaks may be found easily with a soapy water solution. Do not use a solution containing ammonia or chlorine when locating leaks. These products are corrosive to copper gas li nes and brass fittin gs, which could res ult in deterioratio n of the copper and brass comp onents.

Apply the soapy solution to the outside of the gas piping fittings. If a leak is present, the soapy s olution will “bubble” at the l eak point . If a leak is in dicated,

shut off the propane system valve(s) and contact an independent Jayco dealer or qualified propane service representative immed iately.

PROPANE SAFETY PROCEDURE

Propane is a colorless and odorless gas that, in the liquefied state, resembles water. An odorant (usu ally a sulfur compound) is added as a warning agent. I f you smell propane within t he vehicle, quickly and c arefully perform the proced ure listed on the label below.

When propane container is low, occasionally there ma y be a concentration of an onion or garlic-like odor, which can be mistaken for a propane gas leak.

DANGER

ALL PILOT LIGHTS, APPLIANCES, AND THEIR IGNITORS (SEE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS) SHALL BE TURNED OFF BEFORE REFUELING OF MOTOR FUEL TANKS AND/ OR PROPANE CONTAINERS.

FAILURE TO COMPLY COULD RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.

WARNING DO NOT FILL PROPANE CONTAINER(S) TO MORE THAN 80 PERCENT OF CAPACITY.

FAILURE TO COMPLY COULD RESULT

IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.

CAUTION THIS PIPING SYSTEM IS DESIGNED FOR USE WITH PROPANE ONLY. DO NOT CONNECT NATURAL GAS TO THIS SYSTEM.

Securely cap this inlet when not connected for use. After turning on propane, except after normal cylinder replacement, test propane piping and connection to appliances for leakage with soapy water or bubble solution. Do not use products

that contain

ammonia or chorine.

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WARNING

Never use an open flame t o t est fo r a p rop ane l eak. D o n ot check for lea k s

using products that contain ammonia or chlorine; these products can cause cracks to form on the metal tubing and brass fittings

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After the propane contai ner has been refueled, the odor will usually disap pear. If not, turn off the valve(s) and have the propane system inspected by an independent Jayco dealer or qualified propane service representative. This label has been placed in t he vehic le n ea r t he range, for m odels e qui pped with a propane system.

Fig. 7.3 propane system label

PROPANE GAS CONTAINER

Propane is a true gas compre ssed into a liquid for m. As the fuel is released fr om the container, it changes to vapor which is then used for the operation of the appliances. Propane will not run through the appliances in the liquid state. A permanently mounted A.S .M.E. approved propane container is l ocated under the floor of the motor home.

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NOTE: Tanks are t o be i nstalled, fueled and main tained i n accordan ce to

State and Local codes, rules, r egulations or laws.

Propane expands 1½ percent for ev ery ten degrees of inc rease in tempera ture. It is imperative to leave sufficient space inside the container to allow for natural expansion of gas during warmer weather.

1: Propane fill valve; 2: Propane gauge Fig. 7.4 ASME tank

WARNING

DOT propane cylinders must be trans ported and stored in an upright pos ition so the pressure relief device will function properly. Laying a DOT propane cylinder on its side may potentially create a very dangerous si tuat io n.

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Servicing or filling

Because the container is n ot removable, the motor home will need to be driven t o a qualified propane facility for servicing or filling. Only the authorized gas service technician(s) should be near the motor home while the propane tank is being filled. The new propane container must be carefully purged for proper appliance performance and operation. The propane tank must NEVER BE OVERFILLED.

Replace all protective covers and caps on the propane system and/or container after filling. Make sure the v alve is closed and the compart ment door is securely latched.

LP gas container overfill

Never allow your propane tank to be filled above the maximum safe level as indicated by the fixed liqui d l evel gauge.

Do not allow the visible gauge to be used for filling. Overfilling the propane container above the liquid capacity indicated on the container, could allow liquid propane to enter the system t hat is designed for vapor onl y creating a hazardous condition.

The following warming label has been placed by the propane container

WARNING:

DO NOT FILL CONTAINER(S) TO MORE THAN 80 PERCENT OF CAPACITY.

FAILURE TO COMPLY COULD RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.

OVERFILLING THE PROPANE CONTAINER CAN RESULT IN UNCON TROLLED

PROPANE FLOW, WHICH CAN CAUSE FIRE OR EXPLOSION.

A PROPERLY FILLED CONTAINER CONTAINS APPROXIMATELY 80 PERCENT OF ITS

VOLUME AS LIQUID PROPANE.

Fig. 7.5 “Do not fill to more than 80%” label

Refer to your Warranty Packet for more information on the LP gas system components.

WARNING

Always shut OFF the engine while refueling. Do not smoke and do not

operate other ignition sour c es while refueling.

WARNING

When the propane container i s disconnected from the main supply hose and the P.O.L. connection, install the P.O.L. plastic cap that is attached to the

container

WARNING

If you suspect your propane container has been overfilled, contact your independent Jayco dealer or a qualified propane technician for assistance immediately. Do not attempt to service a propane container over fill yourself.

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USING THE PROPANE SYSTEM

After your motor home is completely set up and you are prepared for camping enjoyment, use the following steps for propane operation:

1. Close ALL burner valves, con trols and pilot light valves.

2. Open the main valve in the propane tank slowly to avoid a fast rush of propane vapor through the excess flow valve causing propane “freeze-up.” Should you experience propane “f reeze-u p,” close the mai n valve and wait 15 minutes before trying again.

3. Listen carefully as propane b egins to flo w. If a hissing noise is heard for m ore than one or two seconds , close the ma in valve and contact your RV deale r to have the propane system tested.

4. Light the appliances as needed and directed in the appropriate appliance manufacturer’s owner manual located in the Warranty Packet.

Keep the propane container valves closed at all times unless you are using the propane gas system or are having the propane container filled.

Make sure that you read and fully understand ALL safety requirements for handling and operation of the propane system.

The Warranty Packet contains manufacturer’s user guides for the various appliances hooked to your propane system.

The propane system provides added benefits to your camping enjoyment; however, it must be handled with care. If you have any questions or concerns, consult with your dealer a nd/or the specific manufacturer.

If you have double cylinders on your motor home, use only one at a time. Otherwise, the propane sup ply will be drawn equally from both cylinders until the supply has been totall y exhausted. Using one cylinder unt il it is empty, th en using the second cylinder will allow you to fill the empty cylinder at your convenience without running totally out of propane.

CALCULATING PROPANE USAGE

It is important to remember t hat your furnac e, refrigerator, water heater and rang e all may use propane to operate. Each has a different BTU rating, and you will need to consider them to det ermine how long your propane suppl y will last. Most RV gas appliances are opera ted intermittently. Prop ane consumption depends o n individual use of applianc es a nd the l ength of time operated. Unless t her e i s heav y use of hot water, the water h eater cons umpt ion of pro pane is m inimal . Dur ing cool temperature or high wind conditions, furnace consumption can be extremely high.

To calculate your propane supply, take the BTU ratings for your propane appliances and divide that int o the BTU availability. Each gallon of propan e (3.86 liters) produces about 91,500 BTU’s (46,514 kilojoules) of heat energy.

Propane consumption chart

The following chart provides average propane consumption information.

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COOKING WITH PROPANE GAS

Unlike homes, the amount of oxygen supply is limited due to the size of the recreation vehicle. Prop er v en t ilat io n when u si ng th e co okin g ap pli anc e(s ) will he lp you avoid the danger of asphyxiation. It is especially important that cooking

appliances not be used for comfort heating, as the danger of asphyxiation is greater when the appliance is used for long periods of time. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.

The following warning lab els are locate d in the cooking ar ea to remind the user to provide an adequate suppl y of fresh air for combustion.

Fig 7.6 Cooking/comfort Heating label

Fig. 7.7 Ensure a supply of fresh air

(Canada units only)

Appliance

Average BTU

Consumption per Hour

Kilojoules/Hour

Water Heater 8,800 9,280

Refrigerator 1,200 – 1,500 1,270 – 1,580

Furnace 35,000 – 40,000 36,930 – 42,200

Range/oven 7,100 7,490

Range, rear burner 6,500 6,860

Range, front burner 9,000 9,490

Outside Grill 10,000 10,550

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

Cooking appliances need fresh air for safe operation Before operation:

1. Open overhead vent or turn o n exhaust fan.

2. Open Window FAILURE TO COMPLY COULD RESULT IN DEATH

OR SERIOUS INJURY

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Fig. 7.8 Cooking / comfort heating label

TRAVELING WITH PROPANE

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NOTE: Some states prohibit propane appliances to be operated during travel, especially in underground tunnels. Make sure you know the laws for the areas where you travel.

Use care when fueling your motor home. Make certain your propane tank is properly fastened in place. The label listed below should be kept permanently affixed to your RV:

Fig. 7.9 Refueling warning label

WARNING

Do not turn gas range burner controls t o ON and allo w gas to esc ape befor e

lighting.

WARNING

Do not use portable fuel burni ng equipm ent (i.e., wood and charco al grills or

stoves) inside your motor home.

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JAY CO CLASS A MOTOR HOMES SECTION 8 – PLUMBING SYSTEM

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There are two different water systems in your motor home: the fresh water system and the waste water s ystem. The fresh water system consis ts of the fresh water holding tank, fresh water connections, water pump, outside shower assembly (if so equipped), water heater, faucets, tub/shower, and water purification system ( if so equippe d). The waste water syste m consis ts of t he wast e water holding tank, sewage holding tank, drains and toilet.

PLUMBING SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

□ Check all fittings, pressure and waste, for leaks before each trip or before

vehicle storage as part of your normal maintenance:

□ Inspect all faucets, the water purification system (optional) and sink

connections (including drain baskets or filters).

□ Inspect connections at the water pump and water heater. □ At the end of every trip, you should drain any unused water from the fresh

water system.

□ The fresh water (or potable water) system needs periodic sanitization and

winterization to take care of all the components within the plumbing system and help discourage the growth of bacteria and other organisms that can contaminate the water supply.

There are labels affixed t o the e xteri or of t he motor home side wall t hat ind i cat e t he locations of the water s ystem dr ains and f ills. B e aware s ome drai n valves may be located inside the motor home (once the exterior label is found, go inside to fin d the drain corresponding location).

FRESH WATER SYSTEM

All water contains contaminant and mineral particles that can cause fresh water system odors. Untreated well water is a major source of water system odors. The fresh water (or potable water) system n eeds peri odic sanit ization a nd winte rizatio n to take care of all the components within the plumbing system and help discourage the gro wth of bacteria and other organisms tha t can contaminate the water supply.

MONITOR PANEL

The monitor panel located in t he Command Center allows you to monit or the f resh water, grey water, black water and house batteries levels. These functions are controlled using the “tact” switches located on the Command Center faceplate. The monitor panel operates on 12-v olt DC power supplied by either t he converter or house batteries.

WARNING

DO NOT drink water deemed microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality.

WARNING

Never travel with full fres h, black or grey water holding tanks .

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Sensors installed in th e holding tanks conn ect to a resistor assemb ly (relaying an electronic message to the display board). No power is drawn from the house batteries unless a switch is pushe d or turned ON. F uses for the monitor panel are located in the fuse panel.

Operation

Press only one “tact” switch at a time. As you push either the “FRESH”, “BLACK”, “GREY1” or “GREY2 (optional)” switch, one or more LED lights will illuminate indicating that holding tank content level. When pushing the “BATT” switch, the highest LED light illuminated indicates the estimated ho use bat ter ies condition.

C = charge at 12.7 volts or above G = good at 12. 1 volts or above F = fair at 11.6 volts or above L = low at 6.0 volts or above

FRESH WATER HOLDING TANK

The fresh water tank c an be gravity filled or pressure fi lled using the fresh water inlet (called city water). Plastic overflow tubes are plumbed into the fresh water holding tank to allow water to flow out of the water tank. Occasionally, you may see water coming from the o verflow tubes (located underneath the motor home) when the fresh water holding tank is filled. This is normal, and is caused by external circumstances , including the motor home being parked on an incline, or the motion caused by starting or stopping the motor home dur ing travel.

Do not cap, block or mo dify the fresh w ater tank overflow tubes in any w ay. Enough water pressure can build up during the filling process to damage the plumbing system if the overflow tubes are obstructed.

WATER PRESSURE REGULATOR (CUSTOMER SUPPLIED)

Excessive pressure from water supply systems may be encountered in some parks, especially in mo untain regions. Water pressure reg ulators are available to protect the water system agai nst such high pressure. Water pressure r egulators (customer supplied) are available from your RV dealer to protect the plumbing system against such high pressure.

CAUTION

Be careful not to overfill the fresh water holding tank. It can pressurize the tank, causing leakage and water damage and void the warranty. DO NOT

leave the tank unattended while filling.

CAUTION

Not using a water press ure regulator when using cit y water may caus e the orings to fail. To prevent damage to th e plumbin g system or components when using the city water connection, a 45 lb. (315 KPa) rated water pressure

regulator is recommended.

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12-VOLT WATER PUMP & SWITCH

When you want to use water in your motor home and it is not hooked up to city water, you will need suffic i ent 12-volt DC power to run the water pump

Fig 8.1 Water pump

Once activated, the water pump (also known as the demand pump) will s elf -prime, and provide water. The water pump cont inues to run unt il approximat ely 45 lbs. of pressure is achieved then shut off. The water pump will automatically re-start when pressure drops. S ome cycl ing ma y occ ur, de pendi ng on th e volum e of water being released. The water pump has a built-in check valve to prevent water from

back flowing. All water pump switches ill uminate when the water pump is activated. Ple ase be

aware the water pump must be shut OFF at the same switch used to turn it ON. The water pump switch should be in the OFF position when the motor home is

unattended for any amount of time. If something would happen to the water system, this may help limit water damage to a smaller area.

Fig. 8.2 Water pump strainer

Periodically check the in-line water pump strainer for accumulated debris. To clean, shut off the water pump, unscrew the clear cap, remove the re-useable metal strainer and clear an y debris, then reinstall.

WATER HEATER

WARNING

Do not alter the operation or change the design/construction of your water heater. For your safet y, only factory auth orized par ts should be used on your water heater. Accessories m arketed for recreation vehic les, such as an “add-

on” electric heating elements, are not recommended by the manufacturer.

Such items are not approved to be installed and could create an unsafe

condition and will void all warranties

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Your motor home is equipped with either a tank or tankless water heater. The following is an overvi ew of both s ystems. For detai led oper ating inst ructio ns, refer to the manufacturer’s owner’s manual supplied in your Warr anty packet.

Odor from the hot water system

Many water supplies contain sufficient amo unts of s ulfur to produce a n odor, oft en called “sulfur water.” Sulfur water can be caused by a chemical action or by bacteria. Generally, su lfur water is not harmf ul, only unple asant to sm ell. Refer to the water heater manufactur er’s o wner’s manua l for details on eliminating the od or from sulfur water. Odor f r om sulfur water is not a service problem.

Water heater bypass (If So Equipped)

Your motor home may be equipped with a water heater bypass. This three-valve system is located at either the water heater, or on the system panel d epending on your model. The water heater bypass valves must be in the NORMAL position (open the hot and cold valves, close the mixer – or middle – valve) to use the water heater (and when sanitizing). If winterizing the motor home plumbing system, position the three valves to the BYP ASS position (close the hot and cold valves, open the mixer - or middle - valve).

GAS/ELECTRIC DSI WATER HEATER

(If So Equipped)

Your motor home may be equipped with a gas/electric DSI (direct spark ignite) water heater. The following is an overview of the water heater operation. For detailed operating and safety inform ation, refer to the manuf acturer’s user’s guide included in the Owner’s Warr anty packet.

Read the safety and operating information provided in the manufacturer’s user guide before attempting t o activate the water heater. Make sure the water heater is filled with water before use; even momentary operation of the water heater without water in it ma y result in damage t o the tank and/or controls. Always open both the hot and cold water faucets when filling th e fresh water tank to allow air pockets to be forced out of t he water heater.

The DSI water heater is designed to heat water quickly and efficientl y. The water heater manufacturer has preset the sensing limit to maintain the water temperature when the water heater is activated.

WARNING

If you smell propane gas then STOP! and follow the procedures listed in the

Propane System Section

before attempting to oper ate the water heater.

WARNING

Hydrogen gas may result if you have not used t he water he ater for t wo weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE. To reduce the risk of injury under these conditions, open the hot water faucet for several minutes at the kitchen sink be fore you use a ny electric al appliance c onnect ed to the hot water system. I f hydrogen is present, you may hear what sounds like air escaping throu gh the pipe as the water begins to flo w. Hydrogen gas may be present even after water has been drained from the water heater tank. Open the faucet at the sink and a llow the system to vent for fiv e to ten minutes. Do not smoke or have any open f lame near the open faucet while venting. On DSI water heater models, make sure the switch is OFF.

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The thermostat on your water heater is not adjus table. It is a t emperature sensing limit designed to maintain a water temperature of 130°F (54°C).

The water heater does not have a pilot. It is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the burner. Do not try to light the burner by hand.

Operating instructions

1. Turn OFF all electric power to the water heater.

2. Turn OFF the propane supply.

3. Wait five minutes for the propane to clear the area. If you smell propane

STOP! Follow the safety instructions listed in the manufacturer’s owner’s manual. If you do not smell propane, go to the next step.

4. Turn ON the propane supply.

5. Turn ON electrical power to the water heater.

6. Turn the switch to the “ON” positi on. If the burner does not light, the s ystem

will automatically attempt two more tries for ignition before lock-out occurs. NOTE: Each ignition cycle will have a 15 second purge before s park cycle if

system is a three try system.

7. If lock-out occurs before the main burner lights, turn the water h eater control

switch to OFF, wait five seconds and turn the switch to the ON position. This will restart the ignition cycle.

8. The first start-up of the heater may require several ignition cycles before all

the air is purged form the propane lines.

If the burner will not come on, t he foll o wing i t ems shou ld b e check ed bef or e call in g a service person:

1. See if the switch is turned OFF.

2. Check to make sure the pr opane supply to the water heater is not em pty or

turned OFF.

3. Check to see if the reset button on the water heater ECO is tripped.

High altitude deration

Operation of the water heat er at high altitudes may require derating. I f the water heater is not properly derated, lack of sufficient oxygen for combustion may produce improper burner operation. Pilot outage caused by burner lift-off or sooting from a yellow burner may occur, indicating the possibility of carbon monoxide. You may also n otice a lack of efficiency in heating the water because of incomplete combustion of the burner at these higher altitudes. Consult with the local propane company, your dealer or the water heater manufactur er for proper derating of the water heater. Cha nge out of the orifice (derating) should be done by the dealer or a qualified service agency.

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NOTE: It is important that once the motor home has returned to lower elevation (below 4500 feet) any high altitude deration or other adjustments be reversed for proper operation of the water heater.

Anode rod protection

WARNING

Do not replace anode rod or any other c ompon ent with an access ory part t hat is not authorized by the water heater manufacturer, such as an “add-on electric heating element. Such items are not approved to be installed and could create an unsafe condition and will void all warranties

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The tank in the water h eater is protected by a magnesi um or aluminum anode to prolong the life of the tank by absorbing the corrosive action of hot wate r. Under normal use, the anode ro d will deteriorate and because of this, the water heater OEM recommends the anode rod be replaced yearly. Water with high levels of iron and/or sulfate will incr ease the rate of deterioration; theref ore, more frequent replacements may be required.

If an anode rod is mostl y eaten away, repl ace it with a new one. The water heater manufacturer recommends replacement of the anode rod when consumption or weight loss is greater than 75 percent.

Fig. 8.3 Anode rod replacement chart

Operating the water heater without the proper anode rod protection will decrease tank life and will voi d the t ank m anufactur er’s warranty o n the tank. T o extend th e anode life, drain the water f rom the water he ater tank whenev er the mot or home is not being used. Avoid any extended time of non-use with water in the tank.

To prevent a water leak when replacing the anode rod, a pipe thread sealant approved for potable water (such as Teflon T ape) must be applied to th e threads of the anode rod. Proper application of a thread sealant will not interfere with the anode’s

Pressure & temperature relief valve

The temperature and press ure relief valve is designed t o open if the temperature of the water within the heater reaches 120° F, or if the water pressure in the heater reaches 150 pounds. W hen this pressur e is reached, t he pres sure rel ief valv e will open and water will drip from the valve.

This “weeping” or drippi ng will conti nue until the pr essure is r educed to belo w 150 pounds, and the valve closes. This condition is normal and does not indicate a defective relief valve.

One way to reduce the frequenc y of this occur rence is to maint ain an air pock et at the top of the water heater tank. This air pocket will form in the tank by design; however, it will be r educe d over t ime b y the ev eryda y use of your water he ater. T o replenish this air pocket:

1. Turn off the water heater.

2. Turn off the cold water supply li ne.

3. Open a faucet in the motor home.

4. Pull out the handle of t he pressure relief (P&T ) valve and allow water to flow from the valve until it stops.

5. Release the handle on the P&T valve - it should snap closed.

WARNING

Do not place a valve bet ween the press ure and temperatur e (P&T) valve and

the tank. Do not remove or plug the r elief valve under any circumstances.

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Close the faucet and tur n on the col d water supply. As t he tank fills, the ai r pocket will develop. Repeat t his proc edure as often as needed to reduc e the f requenc y of the weeping P&T valve.

Maintenance

Do not allow the burner to burn with a yellow flame, or continue to operate the water heater with an improper burner flame.

Periodically, inspect the water heater vent for soot. Soot is a sign of incomplete combustion and must be corr ect ed before operat ing th e water heat er. This is your visual warning that t he water heater is operating i n an unsafe manner. If soot is present, immediately shut the unit down and contact your dealer or a qualified service agency.

Periodically inspect the vent for obstructions. Do not terminate the vent on your water heater inside of add-on rooms, screen porches or patios. Doing so will result in products of combustion being vented into the rooms or occupied areas.

Draining the water heater

The water heater should be drained if your motor hom e is going to be stored for a n extended period of time. S ee Water heater bypass on page 8-4 of this section.

If the motor home is to be st o red ov er t he wi nter months , t h e water he at er must b e drained to prevent potential damage from freezing. Damage to the water heater caused by freezing is not warrantable. Refer to the water heater manufact urer’s owner’s manual for details on winterizing your water heater.

1. Turn off electrical power to the water heater either at the switch from the electrical element of at the breaker.

2. Shut off the propane supply t o the water heater.

3. Turn off the pressure pump on the water system.

4. Open both hot and cold water faucets.

5. Remove the anode rod from the tank.

For more information

Read the manufacturer’s owner’s manual. If you have further questions contact your RV dealer, the manufacturer, or Jayco Customer Service.

TANKLESS WATER HEATER

(If So Equipped)

Your motor home may be equipped with a tankless water heater. The tankless water heater uses up les s LP Gas than storage tank model water h eaters since it only uses energy when hot water is demanded. There is no pilot light to burn when no hot water is needed. The tankless water heater supplies an unlimited supply of hot water on d emand (once l ines are pur ged of st anding water). As hot water is demanded, the c old water enters th e heater. A water flo w sensor det ects the flowing water and autom atically ignites the burner. Water circulates through the heat exchanger and is he ated to the s et temperatur e. When the ta p is closed, the unit shuts down.

The tankless water heater does not require an anode r od to prevent corrosio n, or a by-pass valve for winterizing. It is not affected by high altitudes.

The output temperature of the water depends on t he temperature of the inlet water AND the amount of hot water that is drawn. If the inlet water temper ature is over 65ºF the tankless water heater will generate water in the range of 105°F to 120°F (on Low flame) depending on the water flow selected by the us er .

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Operating Tips

□ Purge air out of ALL hot and cold water lines. □ Open the water heater door a nd turn the power switch “ON”. □ Set GMC dial to appropriate setting. □ Open hot water faucet to a medi um water flow. □ To reduce temperature:

o Turn GMC dial “counter-clockwise”. o Increase hot water flo w. o Gradually add cold water .

□ To increase temperature:

o Turn GMC dial “clockwise” . o Reduce hot water flow.

For Additional Information

For detailed operating information refer to the manufacturer’s owner’s manual included in the Warranty Pac ket.

Winterization

Freezing of the water heater and its plumbing components will result in severe damage not covered by warranty. For this reason it is advisable to follow the recommendation(s) below if the unit is to be s tored in a freezing environment or for long periods of time. At the start of the winter season or before traveling to a location where freezing conditions are likely, the unit must be winterized.

The very small amount of water pres ent i n the he at exch anger DOES NOT require the installation of a bypass kit. Winterization can be accomplishe d using one of the two common methods of winterization used for RV water systems, The compressed air method or the anti -freeze method. Refer to “ Winterization” in this section for details.

Winter Use Device (WUD)

If you wish to operate the water heater i n potentiall y freezing conditions the model GSWH-1M has a built in thermostat that will start the burner whenever the temperature of the Heat E xchanger f alls belo w 38ºF and will aut omaticall y shut off when it senses a temperature in excess of 58 ºF.

IMPORTANT: To allow the WUD device to operate you must have suffici ent LP Gas in the tank and you must leav e the unit powered with the ON / OFF switch in the ON position at all times that freezing may occur. It will not pr otect the entire RV’s plumbing system. The RV must be designed for winter us e/freezing conditions.

Pressure - Temperature Relief Valve

This water heater is equipped with a temperature and pressure relief valve that complies with the s tandard for Relief Valves and Automatic G as Shutoff Devices for Hot Water Systems, ANSI Z21.22.

WARNING

SCALDING INJURY-EXPLOSION

• Valve is not serviceable; if defective it must be replaced.

• Tampering with valve will res ult in scalding injury. Do n ot place a plug or reducing coupling on outlet part of valve. If you use a discharge line allow complete drainage for both valve and line.

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THIS VALVE IS A SAFETY COMPONENT AND MUST NOT BE REMOVED FOR ANY REASON OTHER THAN REPLACEMENT.

WHEN REPLACING THE PRESSURE–TEMPERATURE RELIEF VALVE

 DO NOT install anything les s than a combination pr essure–temperature re lief

valve certified by a recognized testing laboratory that conducts periodic inspections of such product s and certifies them as meeting t he requirements for Relief Valves and Automatic Gas Shutoff Devices for Hot Water Supply Systems, ANSI Z21.22. Valve must have a maximum set pressure not to exceed 150 psi.

 Install valve into opening provided and marked for this purpose on water

heater.

 Installation must conform with local codes or in the absence of local codes,

American National Standard for Recreational Vehicles, ANSI A119.2/NFPA 501C.

For more information Refer to the manufacturer’s user guide included in your War r anty Packet.

Maintenance

Inspect your water heater mo nthly and h ave it s erviced at least once a year by th e manufacturer’s recommended service technician. Refer to the manufacturer’s owner’s manual for detailed i nspection and maintenance information. If you have further questions contact your RV dealer, the manufacturer, or Jayco Customer

Service

OUTSIDE SHOWER

A handheld shower ass em bl y with both hot and cold water is av ail abl e f or washi ng or rinsing with the outside shower.

1. Be sure the water heater is ON and had sufficient time to heat the water.

2. Open the outside shower compartment door.

3. If dry camping, be sure the 12-volt water pump is ON.

4. Remove the handheld sho wer f rom its holder.

5. Turn ON the hot and cold f aucet knobs, and adjust the water temperature as desired.

6. To activate the handhel d sho wer turn O N the spra yer hea d attac hment (some models).

To cease operation, close the faucet knobs. Aft er the water has been allowed to drain from the shower head, replace it in the outside shower compartment. Any remaining water in the shower hose will drip or run out; this is not a leak but performs as intended.

FAUCETS

WARNING

Water temperatures over 125°F (49°C) can cause severe burns instantly or death from scalds; ther efor e, be c aref ul when us i ng hot wat er . Always test the

water temperature before showering or washing.

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The faucets operate much t he same way as the faucets in your h ome. Make sure there is sufficient water available and, if dry camping, the 12-volt water pump is turned ON before operating.

To open the faucets, t urn the hot and cold knobs ON and adjust the temperatur e to your comfort level. Close the faucets when a sufficient amount of water is released.

The tub/shower faucet requires a vacuum breaker when the shower hose and head are used. There are two purposes for this breaker:

□ To prevent siphoning water thr ough the hose from another fixture. □ To prevent water from being contained in the hose.

The showerhead DOES NOT have a com plete shut-off valve (the comp lete shutoff is at the faucet). The showerhead may drip slightly in the OFF position after use; this is normal and does not indic ate a leak or d efect. T here may be air in t he plumbing lines that will need to be bled out before a stead y s tr eam of water comes from the faucet.

For more information

Refer to the manufacturer’s owners manual.

BATHROOM TUB / SHOWER

The bathing facilities in your motor home function simil ar to those in your home. Keep the water heater and holding tank capac ities in mind when using the fresh water system. Long showers are not su ggested due t o the lim ited amount of water available. The used water will dra in t hr ough t he pl um bi ng pi pes int o the gr e y water holding tank.

1. Be sure the water heater is ON and had sufficient time to heat the water.

2. If dry camping, be sure your 12-volt water pump is ON.

3. Adjust the hot and cold faucets to the desired temperature before bathing.

4. To conserve water while showering, wet down and turn t he water OFF while you use soap, then rinse.

5. When you are finished, shut the water faucets OFF.

Unlike your home, the motor home does not contain a water pressure balance valve. If someone is using the shower, it is recommended that the fresh water system NOT BE USED until they are finished.

Maintenance

Read the manufacturer’s operator manual or label instructions. The tub/shower walls (if applicable) in your motor home are made of ABS plastic material. Use a mild detergent soap and warm water to cle an. Cont act yo ur RV dealer for r epair or replacement.

Do not use gritty or abras ive particle soaps or scouring compound to clean ABS plastic. Avoid using “Citrus” or biodegradable cleaners which contain “DLimonene.” They will damage plastic materials.

HARDWARE & SINK OR SHOWER FIXTURES

Use mild dish soap and water to clea n these fi xtures. Do not use harsh chemicals or sprays. A mild soluti on of vinegar and water works well to remov e hard water spots and stains from the sink or shower fixtures.

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WATER PURIFICATION SYSTEM

The water purification system is located in th e utility com partment in most models. Other locations may include th e kitch en, bath or hutch cabin et. If the water s uppl y has not been used for som e time, allow the water to flow for several m inutes to flush the system. When not in use, the water fi lter cart ridge shou ld be st or ed out of freezing temperatures. RV antifreeze will damage the water filter cartridge.

The water purification system manufacturer has supplied a plastic bypass hose with fittings on either en d t hat is des ig ned to r epl ac e th e wat er filt er c ar tr idge when the motor home is bein g wint erized. This plastic bypass hose is re-usable, store it when it is not in use.

Each new RV is winteriz ed with RV antifreez e before it lea ves Jayco, Inc. T o use the water purification system the clear plastic bypass hose must be removed and the water filter car tridge installed.

Replacing the water filter cartridge

Replace the water filter cart ridge at least once a year.

1. Drain the fresh water system.

2. Place a container beneath the water cartridge filter to catch an y spillage.

3. Unscrew the fittings at the t op and bottom of the water filt er cartridg e. Pull the water filter cartridge down and out of the fittings.

4. Insert the new water filter car tridge and tighten the fittings securel y by hand. Dispose of the used water cartridge filter.

For more information

Refer to the manufacturer’s owners manual and the label on the water filter cartridge.

DRAINING THE FRESH WATER SYSTEM

To drain the fresh water holdi ng tank and supply lines:

1. Open all faucets, including the outside shower faucet.

2. Open the “fresh tank drain” valve. All permanent fresh water tanks can be drained b y one of

two types of drain valves. A white plastic drain is attached to the exterior wall (open valve to drain) or a valve located i nside t he mot or home adjacent to the water tank (this knob turns 45° to open or close).

3. Open the “low point drains” by turning, then pulling the handles up.

As their name indicates, t hey will be at the lowe st point of water lines. A labe l is placed on the outside of the RV to indicate where the drains are located. The drains will typically need to be ope ned from inside the motor home. Once the label is found o n the exterior si dewall, go ins ide the motor hom e t o find the corresponding location of th e drains.

4. Turn ON the water pump and allow it to run as needed.

5. Operate the toilet flush lever until water stops flowing.

6. Relieve the water pressur e using th e P&T valve BEFORE removing the water heater drain plug.

7. Otherwise, if there is any water pr essure present the water will spray out of the opening when the drain pl ug i s removed.

Fig. 8.3

Exterior

Fig. 8.4 Low point drains

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When you are finished drain ing the fresh water system, reverse these steps and dump the grey and black water holding tanks at an appropriate facility or according to local public codes.

UTILITY CENTER

The following information defines the function of the utility center settings

indicated on the utility center label: City Fixtures - This setting allows you to access water at all faucets using city

water. City Tank Fill - This setting allows you to fill your fresh water tank using city

water. Country Fill - This setting allows you to fi ll y our fr es h water t ank ( us in g th e 1 2-volt

water pump) when you do not have access to city water. Normal - If the RV is not co nnected to city water, this setting allows you to pum p

water from the fresh water tan k to all faucets using the 12-volt water pump. Sanitize/Winterize Lines – This setting allows you to sanitize or winterize your

fresh water system. Sanitize Tank – This setting allows you to sanitize the fresh water tank. The city water connection inlet is located in the utility compartment. We

recommend that you use a non-toxic drinking water hose dedicated only to supplying the motor home with fresh water (to reduce the chance of contamination, prevent the non-toxic drinking water hose from coming into cont act with the ground). Install the c ity water connection inlet cap when the fresh water connection is not being used. Do not remove the following label from your motor

home

Fig. 8.5 Potable water only label

The fresh water connection should be unplugged (i.e., the non-toxic drinking water hose disconnected) when the motor home is unattended for any amount of time. If something would happen to the water system, this may help limit water damage to a smaller area.

CITY WATER FILL

Use this setting if you are at a campgr ound or other facilit y where the mot or home can be hooked up to an external water source.

1. If needed, sanitize the water system prior to travel.

2. Move the “water heater bypas s valve” to the NORMAL position.

3. Remove the city water connection inlet cap and attach a non-toxic drinking water hose to the city water connection inlet.

4. Place the utility center valves in the “City Fixtures” position.

5. Turn ON the water at the exter nal water source.

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6. Enter the motor home and open the cold water supply faucets to bleed air from the water lines. W hen t h e water li nes ar e near l y ful l, you ma y e xper i enc e some "air pockets." Allow them to escape befor e closing the cold water supply faucets.

7. The water heater will fill first, followed by the supply lines and faucets.

8. Turn the appropriate (12-volt or 120-volt) water heater contr ol switch ON.

To disconnect

9. Shut OFF the water at the exter nal water source.

10. Disconnect the non-toxic drinking water hose and reinstall the city water connection inlet cap.

CITY WATER TANK FILL

Use this setting to fill the water tank using the city water tank fill.

1. If needed, sanitize the water system prior to travel.

2. Move the “water heater bypass valve” to the NORMAL position.

3. Remove the city water connection inlet cap and attach a non-toxic drinking water hose to the inlet.

4. Place the utility center valves in the “City Tank Fill” position.

5. Turn ON the water at the external water source.

6. Water will flow into the fresh water tank.

To disconnect

During the filling process, periodically check the fresh water tank level using the monitor panel located in the Com mand Cent er. When t he fresh water tank is f ull, it is normal to see water running from the fresh water overflow tubes onto the ground.

7. Shut OFF the water at the exter nal water source.

8. Disconnect the non-toxic drinking water hose and reinstall the city water connection inlet cap.

COUNTRY WATER FILL

Generally speaking, this s etting is used to fill the water tank when dry camping.

1. If needed, sanitize the water system prior to travel.

2. Move the “water heater bypas s valve” to the NORMAL position.

3. Remove the city water connection inlet cap and attach a short non-toxic drinking water hose running from your container of potable water to the city water connection inlet.

4. Place the utility center valves in the “Country Fill” positi on.

5. Turn ON the water pump.

6. Enter the motor home and open the cold water supply faucets to bleed air from the water lines. W hen t he water lines are nearly ful l, you ma y experi ence some "air pockets." Allow them to escape befor e closing the cold water supply faucets.

7. The water heater will fill first, followed by the supply lines and faucets.

8. When at your campsite, turn t he appr opriate (12-v olt or 120-volt ) water heater control switch ON.

To disconnect

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9. Shut OFF the water pump.

10. Disconnect the non-toxic drinking water hose and reinstall the city water connection inlet cap.

UTILITY CENTER NORMAL SETTING

Generally speaking, this setting allows you to use the water system when dry camping.

1. If needed, sanitize the water system prior to travel.

2. Turn the appropriate (12-volt or 120-volt) water heater contr ol switch ON.

3. Move the “water heater bypas s valve” to the NORMAL position.

4. Place the utility center val v es in the “Normal” position.

5. Turn on the water pump (make s ure you have sufficient 12-volt power).

6. Water will be pumped from t he fresh water tank to all faucets.

SANITIZATION

When to sanitize

 When your motor home is ne w.  At the beginning and end of each season.  When the water system becomes contaminated or every three months of use.

How to sanitize

1. Level the motor home and drain the fresh water system (see Draining the fresh water system).

2. Prepare a chlorine solution using 1/4 cup of household bleach (sodium hypochlorite solution) to one gallon (3.785 liters) of water in a container. Prepare one gallon of solut ion for every 15 gallons of tank capacity. Thi s will result in a residual chlor ine concentr ation of 50 ppm i n the water system . If a 100 ppm concentration is required as discussed in step 13, use ½ cup of household bleach with one gallon of water to prepare the chlorine solution. One gallon of the solution should be used for each 15 gallons of tank capacity.

3. At the exterior utilit y center, place the clear hose into the container with the chlorine solution.

4. Turn the "city water / fresh tank fill valve" to the FILL TANK position.

5. Turn the “sanitize / winterize intake valve" to the SANI/WINT position.

6. Turn the water pump ON.

7. After the recommended amount of solution is in the tank, turn the "sanitize/winterize intake valve" back to the NORMAL position.

8. Turn the "city water / fresh tank fill valve" to the NORMAL position.

9. Open the hot water line on all the faucets (kitchen, lavatory, shower and outside shower) until water begins to flo w continu ously an d a chlori ne smell is noticeable.

10. Close the hot water lines and repeat with the cold water lin es on the faucets.

11. Let the solution remain in t he system for at least four hours when disinfecti ng with 50 PPM residual chlor ine. If a shorter time per iod is desired, then a 100 PPM chlorine concentration should be permitted to sit in the system for at least one hour.

12. After the required period, drain the chlorine solution from the fresh water system (see Draining the fresh w ater system). Some solution may remain in the water heater and will be flushed in the following steps:

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13. Fill the fresh water system using clean (potable) water (see Fresh water connections) completely full.

14. Then, drain the fresh water system (see Draining the fr esh water system).

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NOTE: If a chlorin e taste ling ers in the w ater, flush the w ater system w ith

a solution consisting of one-quart vinegar to fi ve gallo ns of clean w ater. Reflush as necessary.

WINTERIZATION

Preparing your motor home for colder weather or storage is very important for most states and Canada. Failure to prepare your motor home may cause water supply lines and the water heater to freeze.

No commodity or product should be added to the fresh water system to ensure freeze protection other than RV antifreeze.

The motor home should be winteriz ed at the end of the camping seaso n or when the motor home will be exposed to temperatures that will fall at or below 32°F (0°C). Repairs due to freezing are not covered by warranty.

There are two methods of winterizing your motor home based upon your model. Please read, understand and follow all instructions before beginning.

Air pressure

This method will utilize an air hose to blow excess water from the water lines.

1. Make sure all holding tanks are empty and drain valves OPEN.

2. Run the water pump until it is dry, this will take approximately 15-20 seconds.

3. OPEN all faucets and drains, and the toilet.

4. Using an air hose and adapt er (customer supplied), blow air t hrough the cit y water connection. Any remaining water will blow out in five to ten minutes.

Pour one cup of non-toxic RV antifreeze into all drain P-traps.

Antifreeze method

It may be easier to winterize the motor home with another person to assist you.

1. Level the motor home and drain the fresh water plumbing system.

2. Replace the water filter cartridge with the clear plastic bypass hose. Make sure the water heater 12-volt and 120-volt interior control switches are OFF.

3. Turn the water heater bypass valve to the BYPASS position. (if so equipped.

WARNING

Automotive antifreeze (ethylene glycol) and windshield washer antifreeze (methanol) are poisonous. Never use these products in your fresh water system. These products are harmful and may be fatal if swallowed

WARNING

Never apply air pressure to the water system with any of the valves in the closed position. Air pressure applied to a closed valve, faucet or low point drain could potentiall y damage the seals and cause water leaks. If you have

questions, consult with your RV dealer.

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4. Move the valves to the “Sanitize/Winterize Lines” position. The low point drains must be closed for the antifreeze to siphon through the lines.

5. Insert the gard en hose into a container of motor home antifreeze solution (this quantity should be enough t o winterize the motor home); attach the other end to the city water connection. To assist the siphoning process, put the

container on a surface approximately two feet above ground level.

6. Turn the water pump ON. If the water pump fails to self-prime, temporarily open the low point drains (close the low point drains as soon as the water pump primes [RV antifree ze will begin draining out] and before co ntinuing to the next step).

7. Open the hot water line on all the faucets (kitchen, lavatory, shower and outside shower) until RV anti freeze begins to flow continu ously.

8. Close the faucet hot water l ines and r epeat wit h the cold water lin es on all t he faucets. Do not forget to r un RV antifreeze through the toilet.

When you are done adding RV antifreeze

9. Remove the garden hose from the container of RV antifreeze.

10. To prevent staining, wipe the RV antifreeze out of t he sinks, shower (or tub) and toilet using a soft, dr y cloth.

To reduce the chance of c ontam ination, pre vent t he gar de n hose from coming into contact with the ground. If needed, contact your RV dealer for assistance.

BLACK/GREY WATER SYSTEM

Water from the sinks and s hower (or tub) flow into the gray water (or waste water) holding tank. Water from the toilet will flow into the sewage (or black water) holding tank. Certain floor plans may also have the lavatory draining into t he waste (black) tank.

Drain pipes

The drain pipes have a “P-trap” inst alled to help prevent o dors from escaping i nto the motor home. During travel, water from the P-traps m ay spill and permit od ors into the motor home. These odors com e from food particles decomposing in the tank. By adding water and using a RV approved deodorizing agent you will dissolve the contents fast er and will keep the drain lin es and tanks clean and fr ee flowing. These chemicals are available at an RV supply store or your Jayco independent dealer.

Vents

Another important part of this system is the vent pipes and vent s that release air from the grey and black wate r holding tanks. The exterior vent cap is attached to the roof and must be kept clear of obs tructions to perform as intended. On some models, the vent pi pe may be part of the drainage s ystem referred to as a "wet vent" (water flows downward as air flows upward in the s am e pipe).

BLACK/GREY WATER HOLDING TANKS

WARNING

Never travel with full black or grey water hol ding tanks. This not only wastes your fuel but depending on the location of the tank(s), it can affect your

vehicle handling characteristics.

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The weight of the holding tank contents is not calculated into the motor home cargo carrying capacity (this extra weight would reduce your available cargo capacity). Traveling with full holding tank(s) could possibly cause you to exceed the individual tire ratings and/or the motor home GAWR or GVWR.

Potential damage to suspension components, such as springs, tires and axles, could result. If your m otor home holding tank(s) ar e located behind the a xles, the weight of the full tank(s) will reduce the hitc h weight. Motor home sway a nd other handling difficulties c an be the result of the hitch weight being too light.

Dump the gray and black water holding tanks before traveling to avoid carrying unnecessary weight. If you are dry camping and c annot immediately empty your holding tanks, reduce your ve hicle speed unt il you reach a dumping stati on. When connected to the sewer drain line at a campground, keep the “black tank drain” valve closed until the holding tank is at least ¾ full. This should provide suff icient water to assist in complete draining of the black water holding tank. Repeat as needed.

Before using the motor home or after dumping the grey and black water holdi ng tanks, always add the proper amount of deodorant to the black water tank to prevent malodors and help break down ho lding tank conte nts (unless winterizing). Follow the deodorant bottle or package instructions. Drivin g to a disposal site will normally loosen any accumulated waste debris or solids from the sides of the holding tanks.

Never leave the black tank drain in the open position continuously when connected to the campgroun d s ewer system.

BLACK & GREY TANK DRAINS

The grey tank drain and black tank drain are also referred to as dump valves. Always drain the black water holding tank first so the following grey tank waste water can help rinse any solids or debris from the dump outlet and sewer hose.

1. To make drainage easier, level the motor home.

2. Remove the sewer hose housing dust cap, and attach the sewer hose.

3. Place the end of the sewer hose into the approved dump station.

4. Open the black tank dump valve (close it when the black water holding ta nk is emptied).

5. Open the grey tank dump valve (close it when the grey holding tank is emptied).

6. Remove, clean and store the sewer hose.

7. Close the sewer hose housin g dust cap.

You can locate many dump st ations throughout the United States and Canada in Woodall’s, Rand McNally Camp Guide, Good Sam Camp Guide, KOA Kampgrounds Camp Guide and various other publications. Some fuel stations also have dump stations.

WARNING

Do not add automotive antifreeze or caustic chemicals such as laundry detergents into the holding tanks. Although these products may have a deodorizing effect, they may damage the plastic and rubber parts of the

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Please contact your RV dealer for ass istance in the purchase and i nstallation of a sewer hose and/or sewer hose extension (if needed).

BLACK TANK FLUSH (IF SO EQUIPPED)

The black tank flush is also called a “no fuss flush.” The fresh water from the nontoxic drinking water hose goes directly into the black water holding tank where there is a “sprayer” connection located. This allows you to clean the black water holding tank by removing debris and preventing accumulation.

There is a check valve incorporated in the plumbing lines to prevent back flow. Flush the black water ta nk each time the grey and black wat er holding tanks are dumped or as needed:

1. Dump the black water tank and leave the black tank drain valve open.

2. Connect a garden hose from t he water supply source to the “black t ank flush.”

3. With the water source turned ON, flush the black water hol ding tank until the water running out of the black tank drain valve is clear (not discolored or cloudy).

4. Disconnect the garden hose and close the “black tank drain” valve. Faste n the sewer hose housing dust cap back on the “black tank flush.”

TOILET

The toilet is efficient and easy to operate. Generally, mor e water is required only when flushing solids.

Prior to using the sanit ation system, it is st rongly recommended to f lush the toilet several times to release sufficient water into the holding tank. If there is not a sufficient amount of water used during flushing, the waste materials may not evacuate properly from t he drain line to the tank. Clogged tanks and pipes could eventually occur.

The toilet system will p erform better when water is run for ten to f ifteen seconds after flushing to ensure that the waste will proceed to the bott om of the tank.

WARNING

Do not use the same hose to fill your fresh (potable) water tank that is used for the black tank flush.

CAUTION

The black tank drain valve must be OPEN any time there is a hose (water

supply) connected to the black tank flush

CAUTION

Do not leave any hose (water supply) connect ed to the black tank flus h when

it is not in use.

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Unlike a toilet in a home, whic h may use up to seven gallons of water per flush, the average recreation vehicle system uses one to three quart s (1 - 3 liters).

For added convenience and better sanitation system performance, it is advisable to always have four to six inches (10 - 15 cm) of water in the toilet.

To prevent help toilet block age, always use RV grade single-ply toilet paper. Do not flush paper to wels, diapers , sanitary na pkins or other for eign objects down the RV toilet.

Sewage (black) tank preparation

1. Release one to two quarts (1 or 2 liters) of water into the toilet bowl.

2. Follow the directions on your toilet chemical bottle (customer supplied), by placing the recommended quantity of holding tank chemical into the toilet bowl.

3. Flush the toilet and allo w at least t wo gallons (8 liters) of water to flow into t he holding tank.

Waste (grey) holding tank preparation

No special preparation is required; however, pl acing a small qu antity of chemic als into this tank (such as baking soda or an approved RV che mical) will reduce odors from food particles in the system.

Cleaning & Maintenance

The toilet should be cleaned regularly for maximum sanitation and operational efficiency.

Do not use chlorine (undiluted) or caustic chemicals, such as laundry bleach or drain opening types, in the toilet system. These products damage the seals in toilets and dump valves.

For more information

Refer to the manufacturer’s operator m anual. If you have further q uestions cons ult your RV dealer, the manufacturer or Jayco Customer Service.

WARNING

It is important to prevent solid waste buildup. F ollow the toilet manufact urer’s recommended instructions each time after emptying the black water holding

CAUTION

It is important to add enough water to prevent soli d waste buildup. Follow the directions listed below and in the manufacturer’s operator manual.

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DUCTING & RETURN AIR

All heat discharges, registers and return air grills must be free and clear of obstructions. This includes all closeable registers that are intended to reduce airflow, do not shut it off completely.

ATTIC FAN (IF SO EQUIPPED)

The 12-volt DC attic fan (or po were d roof ve nt) all ows fres h air to circu late through the motor home. Do not leave the attic fan o pen when the mot or home is stored or unattended for long peri ods. High winds, other unus ual conditions or obs tructions may prevent the dome from closing; the resulting leakage could cause nonwarrantable damage.

THERMOSTAT

There may be up to two 12-volt DC thermostats in your motor home. Use the controls to set the temperatur e to your comfort setting.

AIR CONDITIONER

Your m otor home has a roof mounted air conditi oning system that is cont rolled by a thermostat. Cooled air enters the mot or home through the adjustable “chill gri ll.” Make sure you have suff i c ient power available before operating the air conditioner. Do not operate the air conditioner without the return air filter.

Operating the system without the filter allows the lint and dirt that is normally stopped by the filter to accumulate on the cooling coil of t he air conditioner. This also will lead to a loss of air volume, possible equipment damage and an expensive cleaning process.

A special foam gasket is plac ed between the roof material and the s ubf ra me of t he air conditioner to guard ag ainst water leakage. The air conditioner is subjected t o wind pressures along with motor vibration during normal operation. Inspect the mounting bolts for tightness to ensure there is no leakage or looseness at least annually. Re-tighten bolts when they are loose. DO NOT over tig hten these bolts as it may damage this gas ket. The air conditioner gasket is a wearable part that eventually will need to be replaced. To gain access to the bolts, remove the filtered panel cover on ce ntral air systems or the entire a ir box on non-central air conditioners.

Heat pump operation

Set the thermostat for eit her electric or gas heat. On the elect ric setting, the heat pump will become the prim ary heat source as long as the interi or temperature of the RV has not dropped 5° below the thermostat set point. If this occurs, the thermostat will automatic al ly activate your gas furnace. The furnace will continue as the heat source until the thermostat set point has been satisfied. At that point, the heat pump will again become the primary heat source.

FURNACE

The furnace installed in your motor home is controlled by a thermostat. The furnace requires both 12-volt po wer and pro pane gas for full oper ation. Mak e sure you have sufficient power available before operating your furnace

If you have any questions contact your dealer or Jayco Customer Service.

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A qualified RV technician sho uld perform all furnace mainte nance at least once a year (more often depending on furnace usage). Never attempt to repair the

furnace yourself.

WARNING

The furnace should be inspected periodically (monthly during the heating season) for presence of soot on the vent. Soot is formed whenever combustion is incomplete. This is a visual warning that the furnace is operating in an unsafe manner . If soot is observed on the vent, immediately shut the furnace OFF and contact a qualif ied service agency. Operating the furnace under this conditi on could lead to serious property damage, p ersonal injury or loss of life.

WARNING

To ensure your personal safety, do not obstruct or alter the furnace in any manner. Do not install screens over the vent for any reason. Screens will become restricted and caus e unsafe furnace operation. For your saf ety, only the manufacturer’s fact ory authorized parts should be us ed on your furnace.

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REFRIGERATOR

 NOTE: If you are using electric to power the refrigerator, make sure you are connected to a 120-volt power source.

The refrigerator is not intended for quick freezing or cooling. We recommend stocking it with pre-frozen or pre-cooled food when possible. The shelves should not be covered with pa per or plastic and th e food items should b e arranged so air can circulate freely. K eep the area at the ba ck of the refrigerator c lean and free of debris. Check for obstructions in the exterior refrigerator vent area (i.e., spider webs, bird nests, etc). U s e a sof t cloth to dust off the debris.

For optimum efficiency and performance, it is recommended the refrigerator be checked at least twice a year as part of the routine maintenance.

For detailed operating an d safety information, refer to the manufacturers user’s guide included in the Warranty Packet, or vis it the manufacturer’s website (ref er to Sec. 15 for website information

CLEANING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

The following are general clea ning gui delin es. For detaile d infor matio n on clea ning your specific refrigerator, refer to the manufacturer’s user’s guide included in the Warranty Packet, or visi t the manufacturer’s website.

Cleaning the interior

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Hand wash, rinse, and dry removable parts and interior surfaces thoroughly.

Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water.

3. For the inside of the refr igerator, use a warm water and baking soda solution consisting of approximately 1 tables poon ( 15 m l) b akin g s od a to 1 qu art ( 1 l it er) of water. This solution bot h c leans and neutralizes odors. Rins e and wipe dry.

4. Leave an open box o baking soda in the refrigerator and freezer compartments to help prevent odors.

 NOTE: Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners such as window sprays, scouring cleansers, flammable fluids, cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches or cleansers containing petroleum products on plastic parts, interior and door liners or gaskets. Do not use paper towels, scouring pads, or other harsh cleaning tools.

WARNING

If you smell propane gas STOP! Follow the directions located in your

manufacturer’s owner’s manual and in this manual.

CAUTION

The ice maker should be turn ed off and the ice tray empt ied when power to your motor home has been shut off. With no power, the ice will melt and water may “pool” in the refrigerator door. When power is restored, the vibration may cause this water to run out of the door and on to the motor home floor.

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There is no need for routin e cond enser cle aning in normal operating envir onments. If the environment is particula rly greasy or d usty, or if there is s ignificant pet t raffic, the condenser should be cleaned every 2 to 3 months to ensure maximum efficiency.

If you need to clean the cond enser:

 Remove the base grille.  Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brus h to clean t he grill e, the o pen areas

behind the grille and the front surface area of the condenser.

 Replace the base grille when finished.

Cleaning the exterior

Wash painted metal exteriors with a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water.

For silver-accented pl astic parts, wash with soap or other mild detergents. Wipe clean with a sponge or d amp c loth. Do not use sc ourin g pa ds, po wdered clea ners, bleach or cleaners containing bleach as these products can scratch and weaken the paint finish.

MICROWAVE (IF SO EQUIPPED)

Make sure there is sufficient 120-volt power available before operating the microwave.

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NOTE: To prevent damage, remove the turntable from the microwave

when traveling.

Convection Microwave (if so equipped)

For details on operation, cleaning and safety information, refer to the manufacturer’s user guide included in the Warranty Packet, or visit the manufacturer’s website. (refer to Sec. 15 of this manual for the website information).

The convection microwave bridges the gap between microwaving your food and conventional cooking. Mak e s ure t here is suf fi cient 120-v ol t power available before operating the convection microwave (refer to Sec. 6 Electrical Systems, Calculating electrical l oad).

Microwave Oven Use For list of preset programs, see the Quick Reference Guide provided with your model.

General Cleaning IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all c ontrols are off and the microwave

oven is cool. Always follow label instructions on cleaning products. To avoid damage to the micro wave ove n cau sed b y arcing due to so il bui ldup k eep

cavity, microwave inlet cover, cooking rack supports, and area where the door touches the frame clean.

WARNING

Never use the microwave cavity for storage. The microwave cavity should

always be empty when not in use.

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