WELCOME
On the behalf of Jayco Incorporated we would like to thank you for
purchasing your new Jayco
R.V.
vehicle. We have carefully engineered
and manufactured your
R.V.
with available quality materials. We
at
Jayco believe
in
quality and this
is
why we emphasize quality in every
possible way to our employees. For this reason, our company has grown
rapidly in our short period of being in business.
As
a
manufacturer
of
recreational vehicles
we
depend on our customer's
satisfaction to stay
in
business. That's why
we
stand behind our products
with our warranty and customer service program to do everything reasonable to keep you
a
satisfied customer if
and
when a problem arises.
We
hope
you'll enjoy
the
outdoors
as
much
as
we do. Camping
is
a
wonderful way
to
relax and travel with your family. Remember, dispose
of
your titter and trash when you break camp so others can enjoy the
outdoors and nature
as
much
as
you
did.
Please join our fight for
a
cleaner
world.
The
Jayco Management
LLTHO
U.S.A.
MANUAL
NO.
2221
80
TABLE
OF
CONTENTS
I . INTRODUCTI[ON
TO
R.V.
OWNERSHIP
A
.
WELCOME
...............................................................
1
B . SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
1
.
Safety
ill
Using
L.P
Gas
..........................................
2
2
.
Electrical System Safety
...........................................
2
3 . Emergency Stopping
.............................................
3
4
.
Additional
Safety
Tips
.......................................
3
C
.
INSURANCE
.............................................................
4
El
.
WARRANTY
&
SERVICE
A
.
WARRANTY COVERAGE.
......................
....,
............
5
B . CUSTOMER DELIVERY FORM
.....................................
6
C
.
SERVICE PROCEDURES
1
.
Basic
Service Procedure
..........................................
7
2
.
Dealer
..............
..
..............................................
7
3
.
Factory
.................................................................
8
4 . Parts
....................................................................
8
E)
.
OWNER'S RESPONSIBTLITY
........................................
8
111
.
USAGE
OF
YOUR
R.V.
A
.
HITCHES
................................................................
9
B
.
LOADING
............
...
..........................................
9
C
.
CARGO
CAPACITY
.....................................................
9
D
.
SAFETY
CHAINS
...................................................
11
E
.
WHEEL
LUGS
...........................................................
12
F
.
TIRES
.......................................................................
12
G . BRAKES
..................................................................
12
H . SET-UP
....................................................................
14
I
.
LIFTER
SYSTEM
.......................................................
17
IV
.
THE
SYSTEMS
A
.
PLUMBING
...............................................................
19
B
.
L.P.
GAS
...................................................................
21
C
.
ELECTRICAL
.............................................................
24
V
.
APPLIANCES
A
.
STOVE
..................
..
..............................................
29
3
.
FURNACE
(OPTIONAL)
...............................................
30
C . REFRIGERATOR
(OPTIONAL)
......................................
30
VI
.
CARE
OF
BODY
COMPONENTS
A
.
EXTERIOR
METAL
...................................................
31
3
.
EXTERIOR
ROOF
......................................................
-31
C
.
FRAME
....................................................................
31
D
.
DRAPES
...................................................................
31
E
.
CUSHIONS
................................................................
32
F .
TENT
...............................................................
32
................................................................
G
.
PANELING
33
....................................................
.
H
FLOOR
COVERING 33
VII
.
MECHANICAL
MAINTENANCE
CHART
A
.
WHEEL
BEARING
....................................................
35
B
.
LUG
BOLTS
...............................................................
36
C .
COUPLER
................................................................
36
D
.
TONGUE
JACK
.......................................................
36
E
.
TIRES
.......................................................................
36
F
.
BRAKES
...................................................................
37
G
.
LIFTER
POSTS
.........................................................
37
H
.
WINCH
...................................................................
37
f
.
CABLES
...................................................................
37
.
...............................................................
J
PUSH
ROD
37
K
.
L.P.
GAS
SYSTEM
.................................................
38
L . BED
SLIDES
.............................................................
38
M
.
APPLIANCES
............................................................
38
CHAPTER
I
INTRODUCTION
TO
R.V.
OWNERSHIP
WELCOME
Welcome to the world of recreational vehicle travel. Your purchase
of a Jayco
R.V.
allows you to enter this unique world of camping
and leisure in a grand style. Your Jayco
R.V.
has been designed
and engineered to offer you many comforts of home that will make
your camping experience as enjoyable as possible.
This owner's manual was prepared to assist you in understanding
the proper use and operation of various containment systems,
servicing and maintenance of component parts, and explanation of
your warranty protection. If you are a newcomer to
R.V.
travel,
you will especially appreciate the suggestions and "shop talk"
information to be found throughout this manual to help you obtain
the most pleasure from the use of your vehicle.
We have made every effort to make this manual as accurate as
possible in order to reflect information available at time
of
publication. Products are constantly being improved and we
endeavor to upgrade our insta!lations accordingly. You should
carefully read and understand this owner's manual which is a
supplement to various other instructions supplied by the manufacturers of separately wattanted products, and is not intended to
substitute
for these publications.
Keep this owner's manual in your recreational vehicle for handy
reference. Get to know your new vehicle and how
it
operates. You
should carefully read and understand these instructions and
information supplied
by
manufacturers of separately warranted
products, since they contain important operating, safety, and
maintenance instructions.
Every effort has been made to provide
you
with a safe, dependable
product. Your vehicle complies with applicable requirements of
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, State Regulations,
Canadian Standards Associations (CSA) where applicable, and
complies with requirements of
ANSI
Standard A119.2, the
nationally recognized "Standard For Recreational Vehicles
-
Installation of Plumbing, Heating and Electrical Systems."
The
Recreational Vehicle Industry Association (RVIA) and Canadian
Standards Association
(CSA) periodically inspect
our
production
line and assist us in maintaining strict compliance with installation
and safety standards for those systems. Your follow-up with
periodic safety inspections and a program of preventive maintenance
is
important for the continuation of safe and trouble-free
operation. Happy Camping!
SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
SAFETY
Dl
USING
L.P.
GAS
You should check for leaks at the connections on the L.P.-gas
system soon after purchase and initial filling of L.P.-tanks, and
continued periodic checks of the system are recommended. Your
vehicle was manufactured to provide you with full access to all gas
line connections. Leaks can be found easily with a soapy water
solution applied
to
the
outside of the gas piping connections.
solution applied to the outside
of
the gas piping connections: the
snap wilI
bubble
at the leak.
DO
NOT
USE
FLAME
OR
LIGHTED
MATCHES
TO
TEST
FOR LEAKS.
Usually tightening of
connections will close leaks.
If
not, ask your authorized dealer
service department
to
make
the
necessary repairs.
EVEN THOUGH
THE
MANUFACTURER
AND
DEALER
HAVE
ALREADY
MADE TESTS
FOR
LEAKAGE,
THIS
CHECK
IS
ADVISABLE
BECAUSE
OF
THE
VIBRATION
ENCOUNTERED
DURING
TRAVEL.
L.P.-gas
is
heavier than
air.
Leaking gas tends to flow to
low
places, It will sometimes pocket in a low area. L.P.-gas can
usually
be
detected by an identifiable odor similar to onions or
garlic. Never light a match or allow any open flame
in
the
presence of leaking gas.
It
is very important to have L.P.-gas shut off during refueling of
tow vehicles. Some states prohibit. gas appliances to be operated
during travel, especially in any underground tunnels.
Never allow gas containers to be filled
above the liquid capacity
indicated on the container.
If
a container is overfilled, liquid gas
may
flow
through the regulator causing it to freeze and/or
introduce
a
dangerous excessive gas pressure into the lines. In
addition, an overfilled container placed in hot sunlight
may
expel
excess gas through the relief valve and
be
susceptible to ignition
by any nearby open flame.
ELECTRICAL
SYSTEM SAFETY
Circuit breakers and fuses are installed to protect electrical circuits
from overloading. Do not make unauthorized changes to circuitry
or add on fixed appliance yourself.
If
you wish changes, consult
your dealer and he will assist you in obtaining a safe installation.
An approved power supply cord has been supplied
with
the
vehicle. Always use this cord for hook-up to the 120-volt source.
Note that the cord has a three
pin
plug, which provides proper
grounding through the third (round) pin.
Grounding is your personal protection from electrical shock.
Do
not use any adapter, cheater, or extension cord that will break the
continuity of the grounding circuit connected to that third pin.
NEVER
remove the grounding pin for convenience of being able to
connect to
a
non-ground (only 2-prong) receptacle.
SAFETY
WHEN
EMERGENCY
STOPPING
Always carry road flares and/or reflective triangular highway
warning devices to be displayed when necessary.
Pull
off
the
roadway as far as possible when changing flats
or
for other
emergency situations. Turn on your vehicular hazard warning
flashers when parked alongside a roadway,
if
only for a minute or
two.
ADDITIONAL
SAFETY
CONSIDERATIONS
1.
Sanitize the fresh water supply system periodically (see
sanitizing instructions).
2.
Keep water connection fittings from coming in contact with the
ground or drain hose to reduce chance
of
contamination.
3.
Enlist services of a qualified technician to
fix
gas or electrical
appliances.
4.
Always have a serviceable fire extinguisher placed in an easily
accessible location.
5.
Please read carefully the loading section
under Chapter
111
related to your respective trailer.
6.
Insure that tires are in good condition and properly inflated.
Watch inflation especially closely
-
under-inflated tires will
overheat. Overheated tires are
a
potential hazard as they may
throw rubber and cause a blowout.
7.
Check and tighten wheel lugs regularly (every
50
miles when
new until
200
miles are reached and then check lugs every
500
miles).
8.
Check brakes in a safe area - not while traveling a busy
highway.
9.
Use seat belts (motor homes)
at
all times.
10.
Disconnect television power cord an6 antenna lead-in during
local thunderstorms and lightning activity.
11.
Always solidly block trailer wheels before unhitching.
12.
Before leaving a camp area with a trailer in tow, insure that
the safety
pin
or Iocking lever is seated, breakaway wire is
attached
to
tow vehicle, the jack
is
raised so that it cannot
touch
the
ground, and the dolly wheel removed, 110-volt
electrical cord properly stored, safety chains are connected, and
all interior lights
off.
13.
Observe the warning
labels
attached to your vehicle concerning
L.P.-gas,
water, electricity, and loading.
14.
Observe the maintenance chart
in
Chapter
VII
related to your
respective unit.
INSURANCE
As
with
your
automobile,
it
is
important that you
protect
yourself
and
others
with insurance coverages
for
personal
liability,
theft,
collision,
property
damage,
etc.
Your
dealer
will
assist
you
in
obraining
appropriate
insurance for
your
protection
or
you
may
check
with
the
company
which
provides
your
automobile
insurance.
CHAPTER
rl
WARRANTY
&
SERVICE
LIMITED
WARRANTY
SUMMARY OF WARRANTY
layco. Inc..
[Jayrol
warrants
to
the original
purchacr
(you)
a1
evcry
Jayco
unit that
ail
parts of
our
ma~iufaclvrc
arc
frce
from substantial defects
in
rnatcrisl and workmanship for a period
of
one
(1)
?car
f-om the date of
purchase
under
normal
use
and service.
This
warranty
does
not
appl? to
any
defect
in
the
aesthetics
or
phys~cul
appearance
of the
rlnlt,
nor
la
normal
deterioration
of
rhc
50li
trlm
and
appearance items
due
to
wear
and
exposilrc.
HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE
As?
part
of
our manufactured product
provctr
substantially
dcfectwc
rn
matcrtal
or
wnrkman~hip
durmg
the
warrani?
pcriod
dl
bc
repaired
free
of
chargc
#f
the
pan
is
rctutncd
n~h
transpnrtai!on
chrrgci
prepad
ro
an
authorwed .Jayco
dcelcr
or
Jayco.
lnc
.
with rcturn rrannporration at
Tour
erpenx
II
a
factory
or
aurhonzcd
wrvlcc
ccntcr
IS
not
n>ailuble
in
your
urca.
cnll
direct
to
Jqco.
Inc..
A.C. (219) 025.5861
$0
arrangc
prompt
and
proper
rcpnirs toyour unit.
EXCLUSIONS
.Iavco
assurncs
no
rcsponsibilrty
or
l~ahilrtv
for
dclccrs in ~orkmanship
or
operation
of
separately warranted pruducts.
Theie
products
may
be
warranted
hv
thc individual
manufacturers
and
a
copy
of
thcir
uarrvntr
has
bczn
included in
)our
OWICI'S
pa~kct.
Scpararcly
warranted
prnductc
will not
bc
serv~ccd,
repaired
or
replaced
by
Jayro,
inc.
If
service
or
pan<
3fc
r~qumd
hf
II~CSC
produ~ts. fcfcr to
the
furn~chcd
1151
of
factory
authonzcd
ser~irc
centers.
If
the list
,a
nrn
arnilnhlc
for
thc parliciilar product. wrirc
or
calf
the tunufacturcr concerned
10
olmin
thc
location
of
the ncarcl
scrvil.~ ccnter.
lqco
doc5
not warrant components n~anufacrured
hy
others,
including,
hut
not lirnilcd lo engine,
dihu
Irzio.
tranrmis\ion, chascir, tire\.
and
tubes,
ranges.
owns.
hrnaccs.
baneries,
axles,
hubs, bcarings, power
cotlvurlirrs.
rci'rigerarors.
burners.
and
trakr
brakc
rgstcms.
Thesc
pans
may
or
may
no1
he
warrantcd
by
their manufacturcr.s
and
Jayro.
hnuercr.
assumes
nu
ohtigations u-ilh
regard
lu thcm.
'Th~s
u.arranty
shall
not
apply lo
normal
rnaintcnancc.
such
er.
grcaatng
u,hecl
bearings,
Iightcnrlrg lug Irurs, ctc.,
that thv
whiclc
will
require
nor
to
any
darnugcs
arbrng
from the
Iahrc
tn
haw
such
mall1tcnnncc pcrfnrmcd
filhric
rtern,
such
as
camus.
canopies.
window
screenings.
vin!l
uindoua.
cushion
nnd msttrcsr
colcrs.
are
not
uarranlcd againsr
Icakage.
rears. puncturer,
slrrinkage.
hdmg
or
soding but arc uarrnntcd
only
a5
against
dcfccrrvc
unrkmanshtp
and
rnalurrsl.
'llle
ichii-le
IS
nu(
a
cargo
trailer
anti
the
cuslr~mer
rs
advjrcrl
to
obscn~
thc rccommcndcd
grnrs
weight limlt.
COMMERCIAL
CSE
OR REN1AI.S OF THIS VEHICLE
,AND
BUSE.
NEGIECT. OR OPERATION OVER
UNIMPROVED ROADS WILL VOID THIS W4RRAN'l'Y.
DISCLAIMER OF DAMAGES
YOU AND ANY
OIHER UStK
OF
JAYCO PRODUCIS SHALL NOT BE ENTITLED TO ANY CONSEVUENTIAL
OR
INCIDEY'TIAL DAMAGES
including witheut limitslim.
loss
of
usc
of
the
unk,
incoovcoicncc. Iodg~ng,
damage
re
pcrwnal propen!. lort
income
or earnings.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLLSION OR LIMITATION
OF
INDICESTIAL
OR
COYSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. 50 JHE ABOVE LIMIT4TlON MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
DISCWlMER AND LIMITATIONS OF
IMPLIED
WARRANTIES
.IAYCO
1.1411TS
All. IMPI.IFD WARRANTIES OF FITNESS
FOR
A PARTICI!I.AR PCRPDSE .AND
MERCHANT^
~~~
-
AElLlTl TO
THE
WARRANK
PERIOD
OF
ONE YEAR. NO WARRANTIES. EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. EXTEND
BEYOND THE WARRANTY PERIOD.
NO PERSON HAS AUTHORITY TO EXTEND.
ENLARGE. OR
MODIFY
THIS
WARRANTY. YO ACTION TO ENFORCE THIS WARRANTY MAY
BE
COMMENCED MORE THAN SIX MONTHS
AFTER EXPIRATION OF THE WARRANTY PERIOD.
SOME
ST4TE5
00
NOT ALLOW LIMITAI'ION ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS
50
THE
ABOVE
LIMITATION
MAY
NOT APPLY TO YO\.'. THIS WARRANTY GIVES
YOC
SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. AND MAY
.-ZLSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS
WHICH
VARY
FROM
ST4TE
TO
STATE
PARTS AND DESIGN
CHANGES
Jn.;cii
ma?
msku
pans
and
design
chnngcs
from rimc to time without
noticc
and
rcpairi
or
rcplaccmsnls
nra!
bs
mad?
uith
neu
or
different
pans.
WARKANTY REGISTRATIONS
Your
aarrant!
regmratmn
records should
be
completed and delivured lo thc manufacturcii
of
component
pans.
as
ihc! ma!
be
a
condition
of
thr warranty.
THIS JA7CO WARRANTY 15
VOID
UNLESS YOUR WARRANTY
KEGISTHATIDS CARD IS RETURNED TO J4YCO.
--
ADORESS
ADriRESS
Y
Y
T
E
4
TE
WEHASF
T9PILE9
SERIAL
140.
0
&YCO
iocatjon
of
1.P.-Gas connections shown to owner and informed
how
to
maKe periodic
leakage
check
by
use of soapy wzter.
Owner shown how to light and/or operate the foTlowing
appliances
by
actual operation of them:
Brand
Model No. Serial
No.
Stove
~
~
.
Fdrnace
~~..
-
--
Refrigerator
"
~-
water Heater
_-____-
v--..-
O~cration of Electrical System explained and derronstrated.
Operation
of
Fresh Hater
Cystem
including filling of tank.
Shown
how
to
operate Drainage
System.
Care
aqd
operation
af
toilet.
Explained
winterization
of unit.
Owner shown how to hook-up
and
unhook trailer,
alsc
removal
of
dolly wheel
for
travel.
Tire pressure checked and iniportance ex~lained.
Pruner
oarking
and
setup procedure
of
unit in preparation
For
canning
explained.
Given coach keys
and
owner's packet.
General appearance
-
no visible damages. (Interior and
Exterior)
Oocyation of trailer brakes explained
and
periodic adjust
T!WS
DEALER
YAME
CUSTOMER
DELIVERY
FORM
ment required.
Check and
expiain
the tightening of
lug
bolts
as
in manual.
Check
2nd
expjain
importance of Warranty
Cards
as supplied
bv
rnan%!iacturers
of
appliances and component items. Copy of
JAYCO,
INC.
B
0
BOX
460
SO75
5
l
13
MIDDLEBURY
INDiANA46WO
12191
8755861
warranty
was
made
available befnre purchase
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
Y
iS
Y
FS
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
--
~-
I
certify
that
1
have read and
been
given a full explanation
and
demonstration
of
each iteni listed above.
--..--
Dealer': Signature Customer Signature
Person
Explaining
Above:
-
--
---UP-
----"
The
purchaser
should not sign
this
statesent until all items indicatee above
have been explained
to
his satisfaction.
The
dealer is to return this form
within
5
days after delivery of this trai:er to Service OeparIment.
SERVICE
PROCEDURES
BASIC
SERVICE
PROCEDURE
We are particularly interested
in
maintaining good customer
relations. Only
by
having your complete confidence and
satisfaction with our product and its service can we assure our
continued success as manufacturers of recreational vehicles. We
have found that continuing a pleasant and effective relationship
through our dealers is equally as important as maintaining the
technical excellence of our product. Your authorized dealer will
cordially assist you in providing service, maintenance, selection of
options, and instructions concerning the operation of your vehicle.
Should you have
a
problem with service, please follow the below
listed steps in this order.
1.
Contact your selling dealer's service department for an
appointment. Describe to the best
of
your knowledge the
nature
of
the problem. Please keep appointments to establish a
good, workable relationship and proper attitude.
2.
Contact the owner or General Manager of the dealership should
the initial attempt fail with the service department,
3.
Contact the:
Customer Relations
Dept.
Jayco Incorporated
P.O.
Box
460
Middlebury,
IN
46540
Phone:
(219)
825-5861
Give all the above information as requested along with serial
number of the coach
in
question. We will make every reasonable
attempt to resolve your problem.
Please bear in mind that most problems arise from misunder-
standings concerning warranty coverage and service. Most
instances you
will
be referred
to
dealer level and
will
be
resolved
with dealer's facilities and personnel.
DEALER
Your authorized Jayco dealer has inspected and serviced your new
Jayco
R.V.
unit
according
to
our pre-delivery inspection require-
ments.
He is authorized to service and maintain your coach as
necd
be.
All warranty requirements are to be performed by the
selling dealer unless Jayco gives prior approval.
Some
R.V.
dealers may, at the time of need, be authorized service
centers for certain manufacturers of separately warranted products,
so it will pay you to check with your dealer first to reduce delays.
If the dealer
is
not
an authorized service center for the product in
question, he should assist you in obtaining authorized service.
FACTORY
A
factory service department
is
operated at our Middlebury,
Indiana, manufacturing facility. Should your Jayco R.V.
be
in
need
of repairs and your dealer recommends that
the
factory repair it,
it
may be returned to our plant for repairs upon following these
procedures,
I.
Your dealer
must
make
an
appointment prior to returning
it to the factory service department.
2.
Jayco does not accept colkct phone calls.
3.
Freight costs are the responsibility of the owner.
PARTS
Parts are available at most Jayco dealerships or your dealer will
order parts for you as needed. Should you be unable to find a
dcaier
in
your local
area,
contact our Customer Relations
Department and we will assist you in providing parts through an
authorized dealer or from Jay-Parr
Supply,
our parts department in
Middlebury,
Indiana.
OWNER'S
RESPONSIBILITY
lit
is the owner's responsibility to properly maintain his/her new
Jayco
R.V.
and be observant to any possible problems in warranty
or otherwise. Negligence
is
not covered by warranty. Your
R.V.
coach should
be
checked visually before leaving on a camping trip,
especially an extended trip. Regular maintenance is important and
can save frustration
in
the
event of breakdowns.
Xf
warranty service is needed while traveling, contact our Customer
Relations Department
and
you will be directed to proper personnel.
To
have warranty
service
provided
at
a non-Jayco unauthorized
service center, it
must
have
prior
approval.
Any unauthorized
repairs
will
void warranty on your Jayco coach.
The
return of defective parts is required for warranty coverage
should repairs
be
made
at
either an authorized or non-authorized
service center. The returned parts are subject to approval by
Jayco's warranty administrator before reimbursement
can
be
made.
Please keep your owner's manual, service
center
list
for separately
warranted products, your copy of "Limited Warranty and Customer
Delivery Form", and.any other related papers in your trailer.
CHAPTER
IU
USAGE
OF
YOUR
R.V.
HITCH
HEIGHT
The correct hitch ball height is listed on the chart below for your
camping trailer.
It
is measured with the coach in level position,
measuring from the
top
of the ball to ground level.
Jayco Incorporated cannot
be
responsible for
the
suspension
system of
tow
vehicle which could definitely
be
a factor of ball
height after coach
is
completely hooked up.
SPECIFICATIONS
LOADING
Loading camping gear in your Jayco recreational vehicle should
be
handled with
some
serious consideration.
All cargo, supplies, and
equipment that you load should be distributed evenly with the
heaviest items being stored
in
the lower cupboards and shelves
and only lightweight items in the upper cupboards. Be
sure
that
all heavy items are tightly secured to prevent weight
shifts
while
traveling.
For every pound added behind the axle center
you
need to add
two
pounds in front of the
axle
center, in order to maintain
approximately the hitch weight of the tongue.
CARGO
CAPACITY
Located on the
left
front corner of the frame or on the
left
front
tongue member is the Federal Certification Label which gives the
maximum weight-carrying capacities of your trailer and each
axle,
designated
by
the letters
"GVWR"
and
"GAWR",
respectively.
The
"GVWR"
means "Gross Vehicle Weight Rating" and is the
maximum your trailer should weigh with water, L.P.-gas, food,
clothing, and other camping supplies loaded in the coach when
attached to tow vehicle.
Each axle also
has
a
maximum load-rating capacity referred to as
the
"Gross
Axle Weight Rating"
(GAWR).
See
the
Weight Listing & Rating Chart below as to how much
actual weight you may carry
in
your model of tent camper.
WEIGHT SPECIFICATIONS
Empty Actual
Cargo*"
Model
Weight*
jqpj
GVWR
iy,f
Fapacity
i<j,f;
Brakes
Jay Cardinal
2180
2
14C
3915
3
IL
f
640
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St&
Jay King
6
1810
i
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92
2695
2
L;SY
490
7.5'~,*
Std.
Jay
King
8
1760
f74
2695
26
5-5-
525
$32
Std.
Jay
Swift
1790
lfao
2695
&k;S
505
7
X-
~td.
Jay Thrush
1485
W;
*"
2480
JVW
565
2
73-
opt.
Jay
Dove
1490
~2~s
2480
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565
s~&:/
opt.
Jay
Finch
1170
/$&2
1980i4?~'
43071'fd
opt.
Jay
Flight
6
990'4~~
1975i9YQ
4657~c-
Opt.
Jay
Flight
8
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empty weights are%& standard equlprnent.
81.
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**Cargo
capacities are
after all
water and L.P.-gas have been
added.
Note:
A.
All units are in pounds.
B.
All weights may vary
5%
4-
or
-
C.
All
weights are subject to change without notice.
OPTION
WEIGHT
LISTING
Card.
King
Swift Thru. Dove Finch
FT-8
FT-6
-------
-
Spare
28
28
28
28
28
28
21
15
;5
Heater
36 36
36
35
36
36
36*
36"
3'd
Refer
2
--
- -
--
57
57
57
57
57
;.k.'fJ
Brakes
Hyd.
Std.
Std. Std.
50
50
50 50 50
fijpl
Brakes Elec.
- -
-
..
-
-
30
30
30
30
30
s,,ifl
Gas (per Bottle)
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
Opt.
AC
Water
120
120 120
80
80
80
40
0pt.a;''
Awning
30
28
26
26
26
25
26
25r!!?
Screen
Room
16
16
16
14
14
10
14
10
4
A.
A.
Room
30
28
28
25
25
24
25
24
iil.%,
*A
convertor
or
battery
pack
needs to
be
added.
THE
SAFETY
CHAIN
There are different safety chain requirements
by
the various states.
As delivered
by
your deaIer, your
vehicle
is
equipped with chains
to meet
SAE
standard requirements
for
maximum
gross
trailer
weight.
Always have the safety
chain
(s)
attached
when
towing.
Install them
in
a manner so they do not restrict
sharp
turns
of
the
tow vehicle-trailer combination, but tight enough so they do not
drag on the road.
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X
1
Inspect Chalns
to
determine
that
they
are
pro-
periy
at!ached to traller
frame.
2
Crss-cross
left
cha~n
and
attach
to
right
mount-
ng 51ot
In
trader hltch
3
Reoeat step 2 w~th
rrght
charn. Slack
for
each
4
Properly rnou~tid
safety
cha~n
Note
that
the
length
shouid
be
the
same
but nct
more
thar:
lack
is
fully
ratsed,
and
dolly wheel
removed.
necessary
to
permit
the vehcle
to
turn
at
their
m~nmum rad~us
WHEEL
LUGS
When the wheels are installed on your Jayco the lug bolts must
be
tightened at:
85-95
foot pounds of torque. Because
of
the
possibilities that these wheel lugs could work loose, it is
recommended that
you
check
your
wheel lugs after the first
50
and
200
miles. After your first trip, check the wheel lugs periodically
for safety. The wheel jugs should then be checked after winter
storage, before statting a trip, or following extensive braking.
The tires
of
all Jayco units
are
supplied
by
companies with the
recreational vehicle in mind and are
tested
at
turnpike
speeds.
They
are
made with nylon cord designed to offer strength
and
extra mileage
in
all kinds of weather.
The
air pressure should be kept at its recommended pressure.
AIways check the tires when they are cold such as before traveling
at
the beginning of the
day.
DO
NOT
release air pressure
as
tires
become hot.
If
you do, the tires will then be under inflated when
they cool down.
It
is
recommended that the tire pressure be
checked at the beginning
of
each journey
to
obtain
the
maximum
life
of
the
tires.
Model
Tire
Size
Flight
6
Flight
8
Cardinal
Thrush
Finch
Dove
King
Swift
Load
Range
C
C
C
C
C
C
D
D
Miximum
Load
-
910
1045
1105
1105
1105
1105
1330
1330
Inflation
P.S.I.
Cold
BRAKES
Several models of fold down units have hydraulic surge brakes as
standard and others are optional. (See specification chart.) These
brakes operate automatically
as
the tow vehicle's
brakes
are
applied. As the
car
or
tow
vehicle begins
10
slow dow.n, the trailer
will
push towards the car. The coupling mechanism at the hitch
contains a brake "pressure plate."
As the unit continues to press
forward, the pressure
plate
becomes depressed, which activates
the brakes.
BRAKES
-
(ELECTRICAL)
(OPTIONAL)
The brakes on your new unit
are
electric and are integrated into
your brake system of your
truck
or car in such a way that equal
braking power
is
distributed to both trailer and towing vehicle.
Explained below are several components that make up the brake
system.
First of all, the battery of your truck or car
is
used
as
the primary
source of power. No special source of power is required. From the
battery, the power is taken to the controller which will be
assembled under the dashboard of your truck or car. In
open
positions, it breaks the electrical circuit, so no current reaches the
brakes. When depressed
by
hand or by hydraulic pressure (foot
pedal) the variable resister controls the amount of current which
in
turn varies the braking of your trailer.
Although it is possible to operate the controller
by
hand,
it
is
designed
to
operate automatically when the car's
brakes
are
applied.
A
line for hydraulic fluid from the controller to the master
cylinder allows the accelerator bar and coil to make contact when
the
foot pedal is depressed which in turn sends the current to the
brakes.
To obtain equality between your car or truck and your
Jayco trailer,
a
front mounted knob on the controller can be turned
for more or less braking effort.
The
last item
in
the braking system is the brakes themselves. The
brakes
are
wired in parailel. never in series. Parallel wiring
provides
each
brake
with
its own individual power supply to give
you assurance of safety and protection.
BACKING
YOUR
TRAILER
(HYDRAULIC)
Your brake system may be designed to operate with hydraulic
surge brakes. This means that the back-up braking
is
only
10%
of
the effectiveness of the forward braking.
All backing must be done
slowly, however, so not
to
fully engage the brakes.
If difficulty is experienced in backing, have a qualified mechanic
check the brakes at
the
first opportunity.
UNDER
NO
CIRCUM-
STANCES
SHOULD
ANY
ATTEMPT
BE
MADE
TO
BLOCK
OUT
OR
JAM
THE
HYDRAULfC BRAKE
SYSTEM.
AUTOMATIC
BREAM-AWAY
PROTECTION
The
hydraulic brake
system
is equipped
with
a
break-away cable or
chain. When towing, this cable or
chain
should be attached loosely
to a frame
member
of
the tow vehicle leaving enough clearance so
that the trailer can turn freely without actuating
the
break-away
device.
Should the trailer separate from the
tow
vehicle,
the
break-away
cable
will
actuate the master cylinder, locking the brakes. this will
stop the trailer
in
the shortest possible distance.
CAUTION:
Break-away
switch
should
be
fdy
released
during
vehicle
operation.
CHECK
BEFORE
TOWING.
CAUTION:
DO
not
use
sway
bars
or
equalizer
bars
on
the
surge
brake
system.
t
BRAKE
MAINTIENACE & LUBRICATION
I.
For best operation
of
the coupling
,
..
@ox
>-
'
locking mechanism
is
best
assured
by lubricating the bail
with
stan-
__.~.-
I
dard
automotive
chassis
grease.
2.
Remove master cylinder
cap
and
make sure
it
is
full
of
DOT
3
automotive brake fluid.
3.
Brakes
need to
be
checked and
adjusted once
per
year.
Consult
vour
individual brake owner's
manual
for
additional information
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or consult your dealer regarding
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SET-UP
OPENING
YOUR
JAYCO
CAMPER
ANer parking
your
new Jayco ten.t camper, disconnect the coach
from
the tow vehicle.
Have
the
coach
in
a level position and tires
blocked
so
the
camper
will not roll anywhere.
You
are now ready
to set
up
your tent which
is
designed to be simple and trouble
free.
Unfasten each corner latch.
CAUTION:
NEVER
TRY
TO
CRANK
UP
THE
ROOF
UNTIL ALL
FOUR
CORNER
LATCHES
ARE
UNLOCKED AND
FREE.
Insert the raising crank
into
position and crank in a clockwise
direction to raise.
Fig.
1
Fig.
2
3.
Continue
cranking
until the gauge cable
is
almost tight.
The
red
safety
gauge
cable
is
located directly above the crank
position.
4.
Pull end
bunks
out until bunk
hits
the bed
stops.
Pull
canvas
around
bunk
corners and
hook
elastic
cord
over small nylon
pulley on bottom
side
of
bed.
Fig.
3
Fig.
4
5.
Be
sure
beds
are
extended
all
the way
out.
6.
Place bed support pole in bed bracket and
set
the
other end
into
slot
on
frame
of
camper.
Fig.
5
Fig.
5
7.
Enter unit and
insert
bed
bow
support
pole at bow
peg.
Push
bow outward and upward
until
flat end will slip
into
bracket
mounted onto roof.
8.
Swing
down the self-storing screen door
and
compress spring
loaded head board upward.
Drop channel
of
lower edge of
screen door and peg screen door
into
intended holes.
Drop roof
slightly (about
1/2")
to
remove the gap and tighten door.
9.
Insert
canvas
by folding the hard edge of tent
over
180'
and
inserting this portion into channel
of
screen door.
10.
Set up
any
cabinets which are
in
the folded position such as
wardrobe and flipover kitchen.
Fig.
7
Fig.
8
1
I.
The next step
IS
to release self-storing stabilizer jacks and set
them
as
needed.
Fold down units
have
their stabilizer jacks
built
into
the frame. To operate these units which are
spring
loaded,
hoId
the
jack and push to
the
center of your unit.
This
will
allow
the jack to
move
out
of
its traveling position and
allow it to drop into place. Now extend the jack "foot" by
pushing
it
to the ground. More tension can be placed on the
jack feet by
using
the
long jack handle
supplied
in each unit.
Be
sure that not too much force is applied to the jack handle; it
will cause the holes in the jack
legs
to expand
by
breaking out
the dividers.
One
notch should be sufficient.
DO
NOT
place
excessive weight on these jacks as they are intended to
stabilize, not bear the weight of the camper.
CLOSING
YOUR
JAYCO
CAMPER
To close, simply reverse the above procedure beginning with Step.
No,
11
and ending with Step No.
1.
It
is
possible, due to an
unlevei
campsite, that one corner may "hang
up"
when you crank
down your unit. This is not a serious problem and is due to
binding of the lifter arm. To solve this
probkm, shake the camper
gently to
move the roof back and forth. allowing it to come down.
Never force the
hung
up corner down
by
grabbing the roof and
applying your weight. This could damage the lifter arm.
If
the roof
is persistent in sticking, crank up again and start over.
CAUTION:
If
stabilizer
jacks
are
down
while
roof
is
being
cranked
up
or
down
if
is
very
possible
to
have
the
unit
In
a
bind
causing
Iifter
system to
hang
UP.
After roof is totally down and roof latches secured, before
removing crank, tighten cable system with
a
slight tension turning
as you were raising camper. This
will
avoid cables becoming too
loose and becoming tangled with each other.
EASY
PATENT
#
345966
CRANK-UP
LIFTER
SYSTEM
Jayco's unique
raising
system
has
been thoroughly tested
and
proven to be one of the best on the market and
is
relatively simple
in
operation.
The
system
is
operated by a manual winch. As the
winch turns, the main cable, which
is
connected to the four
secondary
cables
from
each
corner,
is
shortened.
As
the main
cable shortens, it pulis the secondary cables, forcing the flexible
steel core
to
be
pushed upward against the last tier of each
telescopic arm. Because strong force can be achieved with little
effort through a
pulley
system, the roof can be lifted easily.
CAUTION:
Never
attempt
to crank
roof
up
with
boat
or
any
item
on
roof.
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THE
SYSTEMS
PLUMBING
INSTRUCTTONS
FOR
SANITIZING POTABLE
WATER
SYSTEMS
OF
RECREATIONAL
VEHICLES
To assure complete sanitation of your potable water system, it is
recommended that the following procedures be followed on a new
system, one that has not been used for
a
period of time, or one
that may have become contaminated.
1.
Prepare a chlorine solution using one gallon of water and
1/4
cup of Chlorox or Purex household bleach
(5%
sodium
hypochlorite solution). Pour one gallon
of
solution into tank
for each
15
gallons of tank capacity.
2.
Complete tilling
of
tank with fresh water. Open each faucet and
drain cock until all air has been released from the pipes and
entire system
is
filled.
3.
Allow
to
stand for three hours.
4.
Drain and flush with potable fresh wa.ter.
5.
To remove any excess.de chlorine taste or odor
which
might
remain, prepare a solution of one quart vinegar to five gallons
water and allow this solution to agitate in tank for several days
by vehicle motion.
6.
Drain tank and again flush with potable water.
FRESH
WATER
SYSTEM
Fresh
water can be supplied to pump from two methods, either
from direct city water hook-up
or
from a fresh water tank.
A water hose from city water connection to supply faucet needs
to
be installed. Press handle on hand pump down and hold to receive
water.
We
recommend that a
35
lb. water pressure regulator be
used (optional) to control pressure and insure safety of system.
Some campgrounds have high water pressure of
100
P.S.I.
and
over.
A
10
or 15-gallon water supply
tank
is
provided
in
most models.
(Flight
series have a 5-gallon
jug.)
Use a hose to gravity
fill
the
water tank. An overflow hose is supplied and connected
to
the
tank.
To pump water,
lift
handle
and
down again, repeatedly to
obtain
a
pumping type effect. This will draw water after about
3-5
times. Continue to pump until desired
supply
has been reached.
Fig.
9
DRAINAGE
SYSTEM
Fig.
10
Figure No.
I1
shows
the
spigot
to
drain excess water
in
tank.
Connect a hose to Figure No.
12
outlet and drain sink either
to
a
container to hold waste water or to a direct sewer inlet supplied
by
some campgrounds. Most campgrounds and some states prohibit
sewer
water drainage onto
the
open ground.
Fig.
11
WINTERIZATION
Fig.
12
1.
Drain
tank
entirely. The remaining small quantity
of
water in
a
plastic tank
will
not
damage
tank
by
freezing.
2.
Be
sure that
all
water
has been drain from hand pump. It need
not
have
any anti-freeze put
into
the pump.
3.
If all water cannot be drained or has evaporated from trap
under
sink it would
be
advisable
to
put. a small quantity
of
non-
toxic
anti-freeze into trap.
L.P.-GAS
SYSTEM
L.P.-gas (liquid Petroleum)
is
a material composed of various
hydrocarbons such as propane, propylene, butanes, butylenes, or
a
mixture
of
them.
In
its gaseous form (vaporized) it is colorless and
carries an added garlic-like odor for detection. Besides being
ilanirnable.
it
is potentially
lethal
to
inhale.
L.P.-gas
is
compressed into liquid for storage
and
transportation. E.P.-gas
xvill vaporize during extreme cold
(-40°F.).
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTION
1.
Attach hold-down ring to support plate with bolts provided.
2.
Install
gas
tank into ring
and
secure with wing
nut
on rear side
of ring.
3.
Attach
regulator and hose assembly to tank
and
gas manifold.
CI-IECK
FOR
LEAKS
WITH
A
SOAPY
BUBBLE
SOLUTION.
The
L.P.-gas
tank mounted on your vehicle contains
L.P.-fuel
in
liquid form under pressure.
As
fuel is used,
vapor (L.P.-gas)
passes
from
the top of the tank through a regulator which reduces
the pressure to about
6
1/2
ounces
per
square inch. Vapor
at
the
low pressure
is
then transferred through the
gas
distribution lines
for appliance
use.
You must keep the regulator clean
and
dry. Its
cover should remain
in
place, and its vent placed according to the
manufacturer's instructions.
CHECKING
FOR
LEAKS
Upon delivery and periodically thereafter, check your gas system
for possible Ieaks. Although the entire distribution system and
its
attached appliances have undergone factory testing for leaks, with
r~orrnal
use
being subject to road vibrations, connections,
and
fittings
can
develop leaks.
If
you
do
encounter this odor, turn off
all
open flames immediately and
commence
a
systematic search for
leaks throughout
the
gas system. Use a bubble solution or soapy
water
-
NEVEK
A
MATCH
-
on connections and fittings. Bubbles
will appear at the
leaky
points.
When
tightening connections,
use
two
\vrenches
with
opposing torque
to
prevent twisting of copper
tubing.
If
the leak doestl't show
up
in
the manifold or copper
tubing
distribution system, then check the appliances.
L.P.-GAS
REGULATOR
SETTING
Never attempt to reset the gas regulator yourself. Wave an
authorized
service
agency make any regulator adjustments. Even
a
little
amount of pressure over the recommended setting can cause
damage to appliances and regulators. This pressure setting must
be pcrfornied with a gas pressure gauge or monometer.
Present Codes
Sr
Standards require the
use
of
a
"Dual-stage"
L.P.-gas
tcgulator with an "excess flow"
P.O.L.
adaptor. The
"cscess
fiou"
adaptor is built to restrict the flow
of
escaping gas
in
the
went
of a break
in
the gas supply line.
The
"Dual-stage" regulator performs
the
act of reducing gas
pressure
it1
the first stage
10-13
P.S.I.
The second stage
then
rcciuccs
it
to
eleven
inches
of
W.C.
(Water Column).
It
is
iniportant
to
turn
your
gas
bottle valve slowly to eliminate a
c~li:~ncc.
of
;t
fast
rush
of
gas
from
the
tank.
This would possibly
.
.
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esccss flow
valve
and
shut
off
your gas supply.
Shiruld
this
liappcn,
rurn
off
your
gas
valve
at
the tank.
Wait
alxlut
I5
niinr~tci
and
try
again.
5ERYICINI;
AND
FiLLlNG
L.P.-CONTAINERS
M
AHblNG:
kour
eehicle
has
exterior
combustion
air
inlets.
-4ppiiance
pilot
lights
should
be
turned
off during
gasoline
ow
L.t:.-gas refueling.
(Required
by
law in some states.)
l.rr;al
rcgi~lutinns sometimes require cylinders be removed from the
.
i
-?illi.
.A
relief valve
is
incorporated on
all
tanks for
I
.
This
I
nlvc
is
normally opened during fillings and
will
indicate when the tank
is
filled to the proper limit by appearance
of
liquid replacing vapor.
At
all other times, the overfill valve should
be
tightly closed by hand only.
The
main valve on the L.P.-gas container should be tightened by
hand only using caution not to over-tighten.
The
valve
is
designed
to satisfactorily close with only
a
reasonable amount of tightening.
Continual over-tightening
will
eventually damage the valve and will
require its replacement.
When
L.P.-gas
containers are filled to
the
proper level there is
available space for safe expansion
of
the vaporized liquid.
If
your
tank becomes overfilled and is not allowed to "bleed off" before
installation with the
R.V.
system, it
may
gain pressure due
to
exposure to hot
sun
rays and will begin "blowing off" pressure
from
the
relief valve. This can be detected
by
the strong
odor
around
tanks.
Keep
open flames away from this area.
It
is
best to
remove the bottle, take it to
a
safe area, and "bleed off the
excess pressure
by
opening the valve and closing it when discharge
has
been
sufficient.
Handle your L.P.-tanks with care.
Note that
when
disconnecting,
yoti
must
turn the wrench in a clockwise direction because the
connection utilizes left hand threads. When reconnecting, turn
~vrench counler clockwise. When tightening, only "snug-up"
-
avoid over-tightening. The tank must
be
in
an upright position
at
aii
rimes.
CAUTION:
If
you have
double
bottles
an your
R.VV.,
urse
only one
at
a
time. Otherwise the
gas
supply
will
be
drawn
equally
from
bath
bottles
until
sapply
has
been
totally
exhausted.
Using
the one
battle
until
it
is
empty,
then
using
the second
bottle
will
allow
you
to
fill
the
empty
bottle at
youx
convenience
without
being
totaIly
out
of propme.
If
you travel alternately on wet roads and
in
freezing weather, be
sure your L.P.-gas regulator
is
protected from
road
spray.
If
water
enters the vent in the reguIator it
may
freeze the pressure
controlling
diaphragm
in
the open position to that the container
pressure is applied to
the
appliances
--
a hazardous condition.
Follow the instructions given
by
the manufacturer of the regulator.
CAUTION:
Never smoke
during
fdling
of
E.P.-tanks.
Keep
the
R.V.
away
Evom immediate
filling
area
when
possible
or extinguish
all
gas
pilot
lights.
When a L.P.-tank
gets
low,
sometimes there
is
a concentration of
garlic-like odor which
may
be
mistaken
for
a
gas
leak. After a
changeover to
a
full tank, the odor usually will soon disappear.
L.P.
-GAS
CONSUMPTION
Most gas appliances are only operated intermittently. Unless there
is heavy use of hot water, water heater consumption is not too
great. During freezing weather and high wind conditions, furnace
consumption can be extremely heavy.
L.P.-gas consumption depends upon individual use of appliances
and the length of time operated. Each gallon of L.P.-gas produces
about
91,500
BTU's of heat energy. Following is a list of typical
appliance consumption when turned full on for
one
hour of
operation:
Appliance
Average
ETU
Consumption per Hour
Stove:
Burner Top
-
Each
5,200
Oven Burner (opt.) - Each
7,100
Heater (Opt.)
12,000
Refrigerator (Opt.) Model
21
1
600
Note:
The above
is
an
example of a typical system and may not
represent the exact system
in
your particulaur unit.
USING
THE
AUTOMATIC CHANGEOVER
REGULATOR
(For Optional Double
Bottles
Only)
A
useful accessory is an automatic change over regulator.
This
apparatus allows both gas bottles to be turned on simultaneously.
The arrow
on
the regulator handle indicates which bottle is in
service. When the indicated bottle in service becomes empty,
changeover is automatically accomplished to commence drawing
fuel from the other bottle.
At
this point, the plastic window will
display a red signal or flag to indicate the condition. You should
then flip the lever over to indicate service on the other bottle. The
first bottle which was depleted can then be turned off, uncoupled
and taken to be refilled without disturbing the
R.V.
gas supply.
After refilling, it can be remounted and again turned to the
"On"
position. When the other bottle is depleted, the L.P.-gas supply
will again be automatically changed over.
ELECTRICAL
SYSTEM
&
OPERATION
CONNECTION
TO
120-VOLT AC
Your electrical system of 120-volts AC and
12
volts
DC
has been
designed and installed
in
accordance with the safety requirements
of
ANSI
Standard A119.2, The National Electrical Code and
Canadian Standards Association.
Your new Jayco tent camper is equipped with
a
15-amp power cord
to connect from the campground outlet to your camper, the power
cord is pre-wired into the distribution panel with a 15-amp
overcurrent protection breaker and then supplies 120-volt
AC
to the
12-volt
DC
power convertor.
To
prevent accidental electrical shock, insure that
the
ground pin
on the attachment plug
cap
is
intact to the earth ground through
the
R.V.
park receptacle. When plugged into a receptacle with no
provision for the third pin, use an adapter with a pigtail that can
be
connected
to
the receptacle
box,
with the grounding circuit
completed through the ground pin or
R.V.
park receptacle box, any
accidental short of a live circuit conductor will trip the circuit.
breaker indicating a shorted circuit.
You
should be certain that
the
polarity
of
the
external power
is
not reversed, in order
to
avoid
harm to appliances and personal electrical shock. Polarity
indicators may
be
purchased in many electrical and hardware
stores.
Plug
ANSI
C73
13
-
120V.
30
Amps,
2
Pole.
3
Wire
Grouiidlng
Type
CHANGES,
MODIFICATIONS,
AND
ADDITIONS
Any
changes or additions made after delivery may
develop
a
hazardous condition.
Be
sure to consult your local authorized
dealer. Only qualified electrical technicians should attempt to
make changes, or additions to our electrical system, using only
approved materials
and
components and employing approved
methods
of
installations.
Extension cords should always be a heavy gauge of wire equal to
the
power cord. Usage
of
too small a cord
will
result
in
overheating and possibly burning of the cord.
DO
NOT
leave
an
unused
portion
of an extension cord
in
a
coil
as
it
will
overheat and
short out wires.
12-VOLT
DC
SYSTEM
The exterior vehicular lights
are
12-volt DC and are wired
in
accordance
with
an accepted color code.
WHITE
GROUND
BLUE
BRAKES
GREEN
-
RUNNING
LIGHTS
RED
STOP
&
LEFT
TURN
BROWN
-
STOP
&
RIGHT
TURN
BLACK
-
INTERIOR
12-VOLT
LIGHTING
YELLOW
-
BACKUP
The
connector
between
tow
vehicle
and
trailer will build
up
corrosion over a period of
time
and
should
be
cleaned occasionally
to insure good electrical contact.
BULB
REPLACEMENT
SIZE
Tail Light
-
#I157
Back
Up
-
#I156
Clearance
-
#
57
or
#I895
Entrance - #I003
The interior lights are 12-volt
DC
and
will
operate either
from
the
tow vehicle
or
from
the
power convertor. See instructions
for
convertor operations.
BULB
REPLACEMENT
SIZE
-
1141
FUSE
REPLACEMENT
SIZE
-
8A
The heater blower (optional) will also operate from a 12-volt
DC
power source.
CAUTION:
Be
sure
to
tam
off
all
interior lights
before
folding
the
camper
fox
transit
as
the
bdbs
may
cause
a
fire
hazard
in
the
folded
position
and
bum
holes
into tent.
CONVERTOR
Your interior lights(s) and the
660
series heater (optional) will
operate from the 12-volt power source.
if
110-volt
AC
is available,
the convertor
will
transform this current to 12-volt. This needs to
be switched manually. The
TRANS
position is used when the
110-volt current needs lo be transformed to
112
volt. The
BATTERY
position is used when all current
is
to be received from
battery either
in
tow vehicle or optional auxiliary
if
used. The
OFF
position is used for traveling or storage.
These convertors
DO
NOT
have a
built-in
battery charger.
BATTERY
(OPTIONAL)
A11
Jayco units are pre-wired so that all interior 12-volt appliances
can
be
operated when the tow vehicle and coach are connected via
the wiring harness.
This
is possible only if the dealer connects the
black wire
of
the wire harness to a "hot" supply. An auxiliary
battery
may
be
installed to avoid discharging the vehicle battery.
Caution should
be
used when drawing current
from
your tow
vehicle to avoid draining the battery to a point that the tow vehicle
will
not start.
FUSES
For the Jay FIight series an inline fuse for the interior circuit
is
installed, located
in
the
left
front corner
of
the camper under the
dinette seat. The replacement
fuse
size
is
8A.
Other Jayco
model
tent
campers
have the interior circuit directed
through the convertor.
WARNING:
Do not replace circuit breakers or
fuses
with
those
of
a
higher
current rating
than
those supplied
with
the
new
camper.
Over-fusing
can
cause a fire
hazaxd
by
overheating
above
the
"
temperature
rating
of the electrical
wiring.
NOTES
CHAPTER
V
APPLLANCES
STOVE
The 2 or 3-burner stove
in
your new Jayco has
been
installed to
help make each
of
your camping trips complete. This appliance
works on L.P.-gas and should never
be
hooked up to a natural gas
source. To operate the stove, push in on a particular knob
to
a
designated burner and turn.
At
the same time, hold a match
next
to the burner.
If
there
is
air in the
gas
line,
it
may take a few
seconds.
On
some models you will have the oven and stove combination.
The
upper
stove portion operates
as
the above hot plate.
The
oven
has
a pilot light and can
be
easily lit by following these steps:
1.
Push
dial
in,
turn right to
"OVEN
OFF"
position.
NOTE:
BEFORE
MOVENG
VEHICLE,
BE
SURE
OVEN
CONTROL
DLAL
IS
TURNED COUNTER-CLOCKWISE TO
"PILOT*OFF" POSITION.
2.
Light the pilot on the under
side
on the broiler pan.
3.
After the pilot is burning,
turn
oven dial to desired temperature
setting.
The control should
be
in
the
"PILOT
OFF"
position whenever
you
move your recreational vehicle.
This
will help conserve
fuel.
When
it
is
in this position, you
will
notice the
special
locking
feature
which prevents any accidental turning
of
the
dial
to
an
operative
position. Whenever the control
dial
is in the normal
"OFF"
position the pilot
MUST
be lighted.
CAUTION:
Whenever operating stove, oven
or
other
air
gas
appliance,
be
sure the appliances
get
enough fresh
air
for
ventilation.
FURNACE
(OPTIONAL)
The furnace utilizes a combustion system which is
completely
sealed from the interior of the
R.V.
Combustion air is drawn from
the outside and combustion products are expelled outside through
the vent.
Initially, the pilot may not light immediately due to air
in
the gas
line. If this is the case, it may
be
necessary to hold the control in
for
a
minute or more before the pilot lights.
New
appliances sometimes
emit
some smoke when first used due
to paint burning off the heating chamber. Do not mistake this
smoke for an out-of-adjustment appliance which will emit
an
acrid
odor and cause sooting of flue or, vent. During initial burn-off of
the furnace. it is recommended that
you
open windows to exhaust
smoke
from the interior of the coach.
For additional information and lighting procdwes please see
manual supplied by the heater
manufacture.
REFRIGERATOR
(OPTIONAL)
The refrigerator in your Jayco
has
been designed by the
manufacturer to work either on 110-volt electricity or L.P.-gas.
NEVER
attempt to connect or operate the refrigerator on natural
gas. Please follow the operating instructions supplied by the
manufacturer
of
the refrigerator.
If
the refrigerator
is
not level, the cooling process will be partially
or
totaliy
stopped. For best cooling, level
the
vehicle and this
should level the refrigerator. Remember. it's the refrigerator that
must be
leveled,
so check
the
freezer shelf of the refrigerator with
a bubble level. Installation of small levels on the outside of the
trailer make the leveling operation
easier.
NOTE:
Separate
Owner's
manuaIs
are
supplied
horn
manufacturer
of the
appliance
to
assist
you
in
the
operation
of
the
various
appliances.
CHAPTER
Vt
CARE
OF
BODY
COMPONENTS
EXTERIOR
ALUMINUM
(SMOOTH
FINISH)
Your new Jayco coach has an improved smooth metal with a new
polyester automotive paint finish. This metal surface
may
be
cleaned
and
polished
as
you
would
your automobile.
EXTERIOR
ALUMINUM
(CEDAR EMBOSSED)
The
aluminum on the outside of your Jayco can be cleaned and
washed the same as an automobile finish. It
is
suggested that a
spray wax, or wash and wax combination, be used for waxing due
to the texture of the aluminum. The textured aluminum
siding
will
reduce excess scratching.
EXTERIOR
ROOF
The roof on your tent camper needs little maintenance, however,
the seams should
be
examined periodically to insure good
continued
sealing. Side edges are usually covered
with
extrusions
with
a
putty sealant. To reseal these edges, especially where it
will show,
A
SILICONE
SEALANT
OR
TEN-X
will insure a neat
application.
FRAME
The frame on your new Jayco coach has been primed and painted
to
resist
rust
and
corrosion.
It
is
recommended to periodically
inspect the exterior exposed areas, clean and repaint
the
steel
members to insure long life.
DRAPES
The fabrics used throughout
your
new Jayco tent camper add the
final touches of decor. Follow the instructions to maintain the
rich
beauty
they
offer.
Your drapes are manufactured from double knit polyester material
which can
be
machine or hand washed.
It
is
best
to
dry
on
permapress
setting
in dryer and remove before completely
dry.
Care
must
be
taken
to
follow
above
instructions
or
results
may
not
be
satisfactory.
CAUTION:
DO
NOT
DRY
CLEAN
If
the cushions are dry cleaned, the vinyl on the reverse side
of
the
cushion will shrink, become hard, and crack. Also, it will remove
the Scotch Guarding that is used in treating the fabric so staining
is kept at a minimum.
I
DO
NOT
REMOVE
COVERS
I
If
covers are removed it may be difficult to reinstall covers due to
possible shrinking.
To clean your cushion and bed
mat
covers it is recommended to
frequent vacuuming or
Iight
brushing to remove dust and grime for
prevention of overall soiling.
Spot clean with a mild solvent, an upholstery shampoo, or the foam
from a mild detergent.
When
using a solvent or dry cleaning
product, follow instructions carefully and clean in a well ventilated
room. Avoid any products that contains carbon tetrachloride or
other toxic materials. With either method, pretest a small area
before proceeding. Use a professional furniture cleaning service
when an overall soiled condition has been reached.
TENT
The canvas used on all Jayco camping trailers is made of
10.10
ounce army duck cotton.
It
is treated to pass the required Federal
Fire Retardent Standards.
If
a dirty spot needs to be cleaned, use a damp cloth or sponge
with water.
The
canvas should not be washed with a detergent as it will
remove the waterproof repellence and the
fite
retardant. Hair
spray or insect spray will
also
remove water repellence.
If the canvas is properly taken care of it should last indefinitely.
Be
sure your canvas and trailer has good ventilation whenever
possible,
especially
after a rainy
period.
The
largest cause of
damaged canvas is mildew, which is the result of storing your unit
for any short period
of
time with a damp or
wet
canvas. This is
even
more important in coastal states which
have
a damp
atmosphere.
CAUTION:
Always
be
sure
the
canvas is
completely
dry
before
storing.
Mildew
can
start
within
24-48
hours after
closing
camper
in
a
wet
condition.
CONDENSATION
IN
TENTS
Condensation can be a problem in tent campers if proper
ventilation
is
not
used.
It
is recommended that you leave a small
opening
in
each bunk
zipper
to
permit
air to flow through and
allow
the
tent to "breathe". This
will
help eliminate moisture
gathering above bunk area on the vinyl.
Condensation
can
be
a
problem
whether
a
heater
is
used
or
not.
PANELING
The
wall
paneling
in
your
new Jayco is a vinyl covered
wood
panel.
If deep scratchs occur, they can be covered by using a thin
film
of
shoe polish
or
stain, followed
by
a coating of furniture
wax.
There
may be putty sticks available to cover scratches.
To clean, use a mild solution
of
soap and lukewarm water
with
a
soft sponge
or
cloth.
Refrain
from the
use
of abrasive cleaners. It
could
cause
the
vinyl to scratch and turn dulI, Grease spots
and
stubborn dirt can be cleaned off
with an
all-purpose spray cleaner.
FLOOR
To
care for the decorative cushioned linoleum floor covering,
wash
and
wax
as
you would
in
your home.
Avoid excessive application
of
water
on
new
floor as
it
may cause
lifting and curling of the tile.
It
is
best
to establish a good coating
of
wax
around edges.
NOTES
CHAPTER
VII
MAINTENANCE
Your new Jayco coach
is
designed to hold maintenance
as
low
as
possible. However, rnaintcnance is important to retain
its
original
production as nearly
new
as possible.
COMPENENT
MAINTENANCE
AVOID
Weel
Bearings
The
wheel bearings in your
new Jayco tent camper are
pregreased.
It
is
recom-
mended that you repack
these bearings at
5,000
n~iles or
at
the end of each
season's camping to
pre-
pare for winter months
ahead.
Be
sure to use only a multi-
purpose
No.
1
or
2
good
quality
wheel
bearing
grease.
If
bearing or cone (race)
become pitted, please
re-
place any damaged part.
Note:
Should
you
be
con-
cerned about heat in
wheel
bearings, check them
occa-
sionally while traveling by
placing hand on hub. You
will be able to hold your
hand momentarily on the
hub.
Should it be extremely hot,
it
is recommended to
have
the bearings inspected by a
qualified service center.
Note:
During break-in per-
iod (first
500
miles) your
hubs may feel extra warm
due
to brake shoes setting
in with
the
brake
drum.
(a.) Exposure
to any water or
condensation
will cause bearings to rust
and
be
damaged.
(b.)
Never
let
bearings run
dry.
(c.)
Never
overpack wheel
bearings, espe-
cially
in
the
middle of hub.
It will trap heat
if
overpacked.
COMPONENT
MAINTENANCE
AVOID
Lug
Bolts
Coupler
Tongue
Jack
Tires
Lug bolts must be checked
at
SO
and
200
miles
when
your coach is new. After
this, lug boIts should
be
periodically checked for
safety, especially before any
long trip and extensive
braking.
Tighten
lug
bolts to
85-95
ft.
pounds torque using
a
cross tighten sequence of
1-3-2-4.
Use a small quantity of
grease on moving mechanism to insure ease of opera-
tion.
On coaches with
surge
hydraulic brakes, there
is
no lubrication needed on
coupler assembly.
We recommended that you
use conventional grease on
the
ball of hitch
fox:
ease of
operation.
Lubricate
the
jack
by
ex-
tending
to
full down posi-
tion and insert
SAE
30
oil
through oil hole in top of
jack.
Do
this
several
times
per season.
It
is very important to check
tires
often
as noted on
page
12
of Chapter
111.
DO
NOT
ignore
checking wheel
lug
bolts.
DO
NOT
ignore
checking
tire
P.S.I.
pressures
often.
COMPONENT MAINTENANCE
AVOID
Brakes
Liter
Posts
Winch
Cables
Push
Rod
It
is important to have
brakes adjusted by selling
dealer between
200-500
miles after initial break-in
period. This operation may
not be included by selling
dealer
as
part
of selling
price.
After initial break-in it
is
recommended to adjust the
brakes following each
5,000
miles or at beginning
of
each season's camping
trips.
Your telescoping posts
should
be lubricated semi-
annually with
a
Iight
coat of
silicone spray to insure
smooth, trouble-free operation.
The
winch
should be
lubri-
cated once per year, prefer-
ably
at the season's begin-
ning. Use a small quantity
of
light
oil on two upper
shaft bearings and also at
each end of main drum
which cable rolls on.
Pulleys and cables need no
lubricant at
any
time.
We suggest you grease the
flexible push rod in each
corner
at
the beginning of
each
season with regular
chassis lube.
It
is very
im-
portant
to
keep
brakes adjusted
as poorly
adjusted brakes
will
not function
correctly.
DO
NOT
use
grease
or
oil on
posts
as
this
lubricant will
attract
dirt
and
cause tent
to
become dirty.
COMPONENT
MAINTENANCE
AVOID
L.P.
Gas
System
Bed
Slides
lances
APP"
At
the
beginning
of each
season:
1.
inspect all gas lines for
crimps and road damage.
2.
Check all lines and connections
for
leakage with
soapy water or leak detector.
3.
We recommended that
you
have the regulator
checked and adjusted to
proper pressure once per
year.
Be
sure to lubricate bed
slides twice per year
with
silicone spray as you do the
lifter posts.
To
care for brushed chrome
we
recommend you clean
with
a
mild soap and water.
wipe
dry with soft cloth.
Appiy
a
light coat of oil
such
as
"Johnson's Babv
Oil"
periodically.
Various items on these
ap-
pliances
need
to be cleaned
periodically as need be,
such as burner orifices, etc.
Sce
individual booklets for
directions or see your
dealer.
DO
NOT
smoke
while changing
bottles
or
any
lines.
DO
NOT
allow
any connection
to
be
loose.
DO
NOT
use
steel wool, am-
monia, acids,
or
abrasives on
chrome surfaces.
lncorpora~ed,
58075
S.R.
'13,
Soiith,
P.0,
Box
460
Middlebury,
Indiana
46540
SUPPLEMENT
FOLD
DOWN
CAMPER
OWNER'S
MANUAL
for
FEATHERLITE
SERIES
TABLE
OF
CONTENTS
I.
INTRODUCTION
............................................................
2
11.
TRAILER
FEATURES..
...................................................
2
HIII.
THE
SYSTEMS
A.
ELECTRICflO-VOLT
..................................................
3
B.
LP.-GAS
.............................................................
3
C.
THE
WATER SYSTEM..
..............................................
3
IV.
SET-UP
A.
PARKING
AND LEVELING INSTRUCTIONS..
..................
4
B.
SET-UP
INSTRUCTIONS
FEATHERLITE
I
ONLY..
............
4
I.
INTRODUCTION
The FeatherLite Series of camping trailers
is
designed to reduce
weight to be towed by smaller compact cars of today.
This
trailer features laminated floor, front, back, both sidewalls, and
roof on the FeatherLite
11.
FeatherLite I has a canvas top plus a vinyl
cover to be used for transportation.
This supplemented owner's manual is added to the standard fold
down camping manual to cover the new "FeatherLite" series of
campers.
You will find much valuable information in the standard manual and
the additional material
is
for the new superlite weight series. Some
items in the standard manual do not apply to your FeatherLite series
of
campers.
LI.
TRAILER
FEATURES
The main storage areas are located under each bunk or dinette seat.
Also, a small quantity of storage is under
the
sink cabinet and on each
end of camper behind the dinette cushions.
The
table
is
of
laminated construction also. Care must be used
in
handling
as
cornets can
be
broken. Do not place heavy objects on the
table.
The
table is intended for only two
(2)
uses, a table and to be
used for a bed
in
the down position resting on the dinette bunk wood
rails.
Work
space area
is
supplied on cabinet over the ice box compartment.
Cleaning, care, and maintenance on this lightweight coach are the
same as described
ir; Chapters
6
and
7
of the standard fold down
camper manual.
Ice box is
35
pound capacity and located inside of the door.
The
melted ice water will drain through the floor onto the ground. Ice is to
be put on the upper tray.
IIX.
THE
SYSTEMS
ELECTRIC
110-VOLT
There is no interior light provided with
this
model trailer.
Electric
is
110-volt only with power cord, electrical box,
and
one
(1)
110-voit recept.
There
is
no L.P.-gas used or supplied with this model
of
trailer.
A
portable 2-burner
stove
is provided with each coach along with
operating instructions inside
of
each stove.
THE WATER
SYSTEM
The
water system is composed of
a
2-1/2
gallon water
jug
with
built-in pick up tube. Attach the cap to water
jug
after it
is
filled
with
water. (Figure
1)
The
galley
hand pump will siphon water from
jug
into
the
sink by
moving the pump handle up and down. Water
will
be
drained
from
the sink through external drain connector.
(Figure
2)
There is aiso a pressure water hookup inlet (Figure
3)
to have direct
hookup
to water, without
using
the tank. This
is
also controlled
by
the
hand
pump
by
pushing the handle down and holding it in this
position.
Fig.
1
Fig.
2
Fig.
3
IV.
SET-UP
PARKING
AND
LEVELING
INSTRUCTIONS
BOTH
UNITS
1.
Park your FeatherLite trailer as near level as possible. If one side
is
higher than the other side, install wood blocks under wheels to
level wheels.
Do this before unhooking trailer
from
tow vehicle.
2.
Block wltcels so trailer won't roll.
3.
Unhook
12V
electrical connection, safety chains,
and
then the
coupler from hitch.
4.
Now leveI the trailer from front to rear
by
usage of stabilizer
jacks
and tongue jack.
CAUTION: Failure
to
block
and
stabilize
your
FeatherLite
trailer
may
cause
it
to
relocate itself,
due
to
its
light
1
weight.
SET-UP
INSTRUCTIONS
FEATHERLITE
I
ONLY
1.
Remove
the
vinyl cover
by
unhooking shock cord
from
the nylon
wheels
on
the back and both sides. (Figure
1)
2.
Roll the vinyl cover to the front
of
camper and lay it on the tongue
of trailer. (To remove the cover, pull to one
(1)
side
of the camper
and out of the rail.)
Fig.
1
Fig.
2
3.
Pull the rear bed out about
3/4
of its total distance.
4.
Proceed to pull the front bed out completely following these
instructions: Standing in front of camper, grasp tent and bed
extrusion with both hands, press down on bed and pull out
at
the
same time.
If
you don't press down, the bed may
be
difficult to
pull out.
Pull canvas apron over edge of bed on both sides.
5.
Insert the two bed support poles as shown in Figure
2.
6.
Pulf
out rear bed completely and install the two
bed
suppo~ poles
as
shown
in
Figure
2.
WARNING:
Never
climb
into
a
bed
or
pIace
weight
onto
bed
(bunk)
before
insang
the
bed
supports.
This
will
cause bed
rails
to
bend
and
be
damaged.
r
7.
Enter camper, position center
tent
bow into
vertical
position, and
into canvas pocket (Figure
3),
and
close snaps.
8.
Proceed
to either
bed
and
raise
the
bow
to
vertical position.
Fig.
3
Fig.
4
9.
Swing the
bed
bow
support
arm (Figure
4)
in
45'
position and
insert
smaIl
peg
of
bed support arm into hoIe provided in bed bow,
one on each
side
of
bed
bow.
10.Repeat step
No.
9
at opposite end of camper.
11.Raise the center tent
support
bar
(Figure
5)
until
spring
loaded
latch snaps
into
position
(Figure
6).
There is one
(1)
latch on
each
side.
Fig.
5
Telescoping
Center
Tent
Suopor;
Bar
Bed
Bow
I
Bed
Bow
End
Bed
Bow
-
I
1
Bed
Support
Poles
Fig.
5
Fig.
7
T2.You
are
now ready to close door
flap.
This
may
be done from
inside
or
outside, Zipper
pulls
are
at
the
top.
Proceed
to
zip
down
on both sides. One
(1)
flap
is to
stay
on the inside
and
the other on
the outside.
(See
photo on front cover.)
13.Attach
the
outside
flap
to
the
velcro fasteners as provided.
f4.Attach shock cord
onto
nylon
pulleys provided under bed.
(Figure
7).
CLOSE-UP
INSTRUCTIONS
Simply
reverse the above procedure
by
beginning with
No.
14.
Be
cautious
when pushing
beds
inward that you don't
tear
canvas
on
bed
rails or any other area.
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