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Lance 1130 Owner's Manual

Lance Trailer
Owner’s
Manual
WARNING
This User’s Manual contains safety information and instructions for your trailer.
You must read this manual before loading or towing your trailer.
You must follow all safety precautions and instructions.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION ........................... 7
LIMITED WARRANTY ............................................... 9
COVERAGE PROVIDED .............................................. 9
OWNER’S OBLIGATION ............................................. 9
EXCLUSIONS ..............................................................9
SAFETY INFORMATION ......................................... 11
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOLS
AND SIGNAL WORDS ........................................... 11
MAJOR HAZARDS .................................................. 13
IMPROPER SIZING OF THE TRAILER
TO THE TOW VEHICLE ......................................... 13
DRIVING TOO FAST.................................................. 13
FAILURE TO ADJUST DRIVING BEHAVIOR
WHEN TOWING A TRAILER .................................. 13
TRAILER NOT PROPERLY COUPLED
TO THE HITCH ...................................................... 13
PROPER USE OF SAFETY CHAINS ......................... 14
PROPER CONNECTION OF
BREAKAWAY SWITCH .......................................... 14
MATCHING TRAILER AND HITCH ............................ 14
WORN TIRES, LOOSE WHEELS
AND LUG NUTS ....................................................14
IMPROPER LOADING ............................................... 15
UNSAFE WEIGHT AND LOAD DISTRIBUTION ........ 16
SHIFTING CARGO .................................................... 16
INOPERABLE BRAKES, LIGHTS
OR MIRRORS ........................................................ 17
HAZARDS FROM MODIFYING
YOUR TRAILER .....................................................17
HAZARDS FROM EQUIPMENT ................................ 17
GENERATOR ............................................................17
SHORE POWER ........................................................ 17
PROPANE FUEL SYSTEM ........................................ 18
TRAILER TOWING GUIDE ........................................ 19
SAFE TRAILER TOWING GUIDELINES .................... 19
SAFETY WARNING LABELS ON YOUR TRAILER ....20
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS .............................. 21
WELCOME .............................................................. 23
CUSTOMER RELATIONS INFORMATION ............ 24
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION ....................................... 25
INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUAL .................... 26
PRODUCT CHANGES .............................................. 26
OWNER’S INFORMATION PACKAGE ...................... 26
DEALER RESPONSIBILITY ....................................... 27
PLANNING AND PREPARATION .............................. 27
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE ......................... 27
TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION ............................... 29
TRAILER TIRE INFORMATION .................................. 29
STEPS FOR DETERMINING CORRECT
LOAD LIMITS OF THE TRAILER ............................ 29
TRAILERS 10,000 POUNDS GVWR
OR LESS ................................................................ 30
STEPS FOR DETERMINING CORRECT
LOAD LIMITS OF THE TOW VEHICLE .................. 30
TIRE SAFETY – EVERYTHING RIDES ON IT ............ 30
SAFETY FIRST – BASIC TIRE MAINTENANCE ........ 31
FINDING YOUR VEHICLE’S RECOMMENDED
TIRE PRESSURE AND LOAD LIMITS.................... 31
UNDERSTANDING TIRE PRESSURE
AND LOAD LIMITS ................................................31
CHECKING TIRE PRESSURE ................................... 31
STEPS FOR MAINTAINING PROPER
TIRE PRESSURE ................................................... 31
TIRE SIZE .................................................................. 32
TIRE TREAD .............................................................. 32
TIRE BALANCE AND WHEEL ALIGNMENT .............32
TIRE REPAIR ............................................................. 32
TIRE FUNDAMENTALS ............................................. 32
INFORMATION ON TRAILER TIRES ......................... 32
TIRE SAFETY TIPS .................................................... 33
PREVENTING TIRE DAMAGE ................................... 33
TIRE SAFETY CHECKLIST ....................................... 33
LUGNUT TORQUE SEQUENCE ............................... 35
USING TORQUE WRENCHES.................................. 35
SETTING TORQUE VALUE ON A DIAL
INDICATOR WRENCH ........................................... 35
SETTING TORQUE VALUE ON A
ADJUSTABLE DIAL WRENCH ..............................35
CHECK LUGNUT TORQUE BEFORE
EVERY TRIP ........................................................... 35
PRE-TRIP PROCEDURE ........................................... 35
WHEEL REINSTALLATION PROCEDURE ................ 36
FOLLOW-UP PROCEDURE ...................................... 36
COUPLING TO THE TOW VEHICLE ..................... 37
TRAILER ACCESSORIES/EQUIPMENT ................... 37
USE AN ADEQUATE TOW VEHICLE
AND HITCH ........................................................... 37
TRAILER INFORMATION .......................................... 37
MANUFACTURER ..................................................... 37
DATE OF MANUFACTURE........................................ 37
GAWR ........................................................................ 38
GVWR ........................................................................ 38
PSIC ..........................................................................38
VIN .............................................................................38
VEHICLE TYPE .......................................................... 38
CERTIFICATION STATEMENT .................................. 38
TOW VEHICLE ..........................................................38
OVERALL CARRYING AND TOWING
CAPACITY OF VEHICLE ........................................ 38
TOWING HITCH ........................................................ 38
SUSPENSION SYSTEM ............................................ 38
BRAKE CONTROLLER .............................................. 38
SIDE VIEW MIRRORS ............................................... 38
HEAVY DUTY FLASHER ........................................... 39
ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR ..................................... 39
HEAVY DUTY ENGINE OIL COOLING SYSTEM ...... 39
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER ........... 39
FIRE EXTINGUISHER ............................................... 39
EMERGENCY FLARES AND EMERGENCY
TRIANGLE REFLECTORS ..................................... 39
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COUPLING AND UNCOUPLING THE TRAILER
COUPLING ............................................................ 39
HITCH ........................................................................ 39
SAFETY CHAINS ....................................................... 39
TRAILER LIGHTING (AND BRAKING)
CONNECTOR ........................................................ 39
BREAKAWAY SWITCH .............................................. 39
JACK ......................................................................... 39
COUPLERS ............................................................... 40
BALL HITCH COUPLER ............................................ 40
WEIGHT-CARRYING HITCH ...................................... 40
WEIGHT-DISTRIBUTING HITCH ............................... 40
BEFORE COUPLING THE TRAILER TO
THE TOW VEHICLE ............................................... 41
PREPARE THE COUPLER AND HITCH .................... 41
COUPLE THE TRAILER TO THE TOW VEHICLE ..... 42
ATTACHING THE SAFETY CHAINS ......................... 42
BRAKES ....................................................................42
ATTACH AND TEST THE BREAKAWAY SYSTEM .... 43
CONNECT THE ELECTRICAL CABLE ...................... 44
UNCOUPLING THE TRAILER ................................... 44
TRAILER WITH FIFTH WHEEL PIN BOX
AND DROP-LEG JACKS ........................................ 44
BEFORE COUPLING THE TRAILER TO
THE TOW VEHICLE ............................................... 45
ADJUST HITCH HEIGHT .......................................... 45
PREPARE THE FIFTH WHEEL COUPLER ................ 45
COUPLE THE TRAILER TO THE TOW VEHICLE ..... 45
RAISE THE DROP-LEG JACKS ................................. 45
ATTACH AND TEST THE BREAKAWAY SYSTEM .... 46
CONNECT THE ELECTRICAL CABLE ...................... 46
AXLES .......................................................................47
TRAILER AND TOW VEHICLE ............................... 49
MATCHING TRAILER AND TOW VEHICLE .............. 49
TIRES ........................................................................ 49
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION TO TOW VEHICLE .....50
WEIGHING YOUR UNIT ............................................ 50
WEIGH THE TOW VEHICLE ..................................... 50
WEIGH THE TRAILER ............................................... 50
COMBINED WEIGHT OF TOW VEHICLE
AND TRAILER ........................................................ 50
ON THE ROAD ........................................................ 51
LOADING ................................................................... 51
STORAGE ................................................................. 51
PREPARING FOR TRAVEL ........................................ 51
CHECKING THE TRAILER BEFORE AND
DURING EACH TOW ............................................. 51
PRE-TRIP CHECKS ...................................................51
POST-TRIP CLEAN-UP .............................................. 51
SAFE DRIVING RULES ............................................. 52
CAMPGROUND REGULATIONS .............................. 52
CARBON MONOXIDE GAS ...................................... 52
LOADING THE TRAILER ........................................ 55
TONGUE WEIGHT .................................................... 55
LOADING CARGO ..................................................... 56
PREPARING THE TRAILER FOR LOADING ............. 57
LOADING THE GARAGE AREA ................................ 57
BREAKING-IN A NEW TRAILER ............................ 59
RETIGHTEN LUG NUTS AT FIRST 10,
25 & 50 MILES .......................................................59
ADJUST BRAKE SHOES AT FIRST 200 MILES ........ 59
SYNCHRONIZING THE BRAKE SYSTEM ................ 59
TIRE PRESSURE ....................................................... 59
LIVING WITH YOUR TRAILER ............................... 61
LEVELING AND STABILIZATION .............................. 61
LEVELING PROCEDURES ........................................ 61
EFFECTS OF PROLONGED OCCUPANCY .............. 62
FIRE AND SAFETY .................................................65
FIRE EXTINGUISHER ............................................... 65
SMOKE DETECTOR ................................................. 65
COMBINATION CARBON MONOXIDE
AND PROPANE LEAK DETECTOR ....................... 66
OPERATION .............................................................. 66
VISUAL AND AUDIBLE ALARM SIGNALS ................ 66
CO ALARM ................................................................ 66
PROCEDURES TO TAKE DURING A
CO ALARM ............................................................ 67
PROPANE GAS ALARM ............................................ 67
PROCEDURES TO TAKE DURING A
GAS ALARM ..........................................................67
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS ........................................69
12-VOLT DC SYSTEM ...............................................69
BATTERY AND COMPARTMENT ..............................69
BATTERY TERMINOLOGY ........................................ 69
BATTERY INFORMATION ......................................... 70
BATTERY STORAGE PRECAUTIONS ...................... 70
BATTERY CHARGING ............................................... 70
SYSTEMS MONITOR PANEL .................................... 71
WATER PUMP CONTROL SWITCH .......................... 71
MONITOR PANEL – LEVEL INDICATOR
SWITCH(S) ............................................................ 71
WATER HEATER IGNITION SWITCH ........................ 71
FUSES .......................................................................71
INTERIOR LIGHTING ................................................ 71
PARK CABLE INLET .................................................. 72
ROOF MOUNTED TV ANTENNA .............................. 72
120-VOLT AC SYSTEM.............................................. 72
120-VOLT POWER CORD .........................................72
POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER ............................ 73
GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER .............. 74
GASOLINE OR PROPANE POWERED
GENERATORS ......................................................74
LOADING THE GENERATOR.................................... 75
TYPICAL APPLIANCE LOADS................................... 75
POWER VS. ALTITUDE ............................................. 75
SLIDE-OUT ROOM SYSTEM ................................. 77
SYSTEM OPERATION ............................................... 77
NORMAL OPERATION .............................................. 77
MANUAL OVERRIDE OPERATION ........................... 77
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE ...................78
MECHANICAL MAINTENANCE ................................ 78
SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING ............................... 78
ELECTRICAL TROUBLESHOOTING ........................ 78
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PROPANE GAS SYSTEM ....................................... 79
BTU’S ........................................................................ 79
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ........................................... 79
FILLING PROPANE TANK ......................................... 80
USING PROPANE SYSTEM ...................................... 80
PROPANE AT LOW TERMPERATURES.................... 81
COMBO CARBON MONOXIDE AND
PROPANE LEAK DETECTOR ................................ 81
PROPANE GAS FUEL SYSTEM ................................ 81
PROPANE GAS SYSTEM
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................... 82
APPLIANCES .......................................................... 95
LIGHTING PROPANE APPLIANCES ......................... 95
REFRIGERATOR ....................................................... 95
OPERATING TIPS ..................................................... 95
RANGE/OVEN ........................................................... 95
MICROWAVE OVEN .................................................. 96
AUTOMATIC IGNITION WATER HEATER
W/120V HEATING ELEMENT ................................ 96
FORCED AIR FURNACE ........................................... 97
ROOF MOUNTED AIR CONDITIONER ..................... 97
THERMOSTAT ........................................................... 98
FRESH WATER SYSTEM ....................................... 83
WATER PUMP ........................................................... 83
WATER TANK FILL .................................................... 83
CITY WATER CONNECTION .................................... 84
WATER SYSTEM DRAIN ........................................... 84
SANITIZING FRESH WATER SYSTEM ..................... 84
WATER FILTER .......................................................... 84
SHOWER ................................................................... 85
EXTERIOR WASH STATION .....................................85
WATER TANK ENCLOSURE ..................................... 85
WASTE SYSTEM ..................................................... 87
FRESH WATER FLUSH TOILET ................................ 87
BLACK WATER HOLDING TANK .............................. 87
DUMPING THE HOLDING TANKS ............................ 87
HOLDING TANK CARE/MAINTENANCE .................. 88
BLACK TANK FLUSH ................................................ 88
EQUIPMENT ............................................................ 89
ROOF ........................................................................89
COMPARTMENT DOORS ......................................... 89
WATER HEATER ACCESS DOOR ............................ 89
REFRIGERATOR ACCESS DOOR ............................ 89
VENTS ....................................................................... 89
ROOF VENTS ............................................................ 89
FANTASTIC ROOF VENT .......................................... 89
EXTERIOR LIGHTING ............................................... 90
ENTRY DOOR ........................................................... 90
WINDOWS ................................................................. 90
AWNINGS .................................................................. 90
SLIDE-OUT COVER ..................................................91
EXTERIOR WASH STATION .....................................91
ENTRY STEP ............................................................. 91
INTERIOR STORAGE ................................................ 91
BATHROOM .............................................................. 91
TOILET ......................................................................91
GALLEY ..................................................................... 91
DINETTE CUSHIONS................................................ 91
DINETTE CONVERSION BENCH SEATING ............. 92
SOFA CONVERSION ................................................ 92
FREE STANDING FURNITURE ................................. 92
MINI-BLINDS ............................................................. 92
FOLDING DIVIDER DOOR ........................................ 92
FOLD DOWN BUNK ..................................................92
FOLD DOWN TENT ................................................... 92
INSPECTION, SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE .... 99
INSPECTION AND SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS ......... 99
TRAILER STRUCTURE .............................................. 99
EXTERIOR GRAPHICS............................................ 100
SEALANT RENEWAL .............................................. 100
DOORS AND WINDOWS ........................................ 101
AIR CONDITIONER ................................................. 101
OVERHEAD VENTS ................................................ 101
SKYLIGHT ............................................................... 101
SLIDE-OUTS ...........................................................101
TRAILER BRAKES ................................................... 101
INITIAL INSPECTION .............................................. 101
PERIODIC INSPECTION ......................................... 101
ELECTRIC BRAKES ................................................ 101
BREAKAWAY SWITCH ............................................ 101
TOW VEHICLE OPERATED ELECTRIC BRAKES ... 102
MAGNETS FOR ALL ELECTRIC BRAKES .............. 102
TRAILER CONNECTION TO TOW VEHICLE .......... 102
COUPLER AND BALL .............................................102
FIFTH WHEEL KINGPIN ......................................... 102
LANDING LEG OR JACK ........................................ 102
LIGHTS AND SIGNALS ........................................... 102
WIRING.................................................................... 102
BATTERY ................................................................. 102
TIRES ...................................................................... 103
WHEEL RIMS .......................................................... 103
WHEEL BEARINGS .................................................103
GREASE FITTING LUBRICATED BEARINGS ......... 103
LUG NUTS ............................................................... 103
LUG NUT TIGHTENING (TORQUE) ........................ 103
TIRE CHANGING .................................................... 105
USE AND CARE OF THE TENT .............................. 105
PREVENTING MILDEW ........................................... 105
CLEANING ..............................................................105
SUN & ULTRAVIOLET RAYS ................................... 105
ANIMALS ................................................................. 105
SEAM SEALING ...................................................... 105
CONDENSATION .................................................... 106
ZIPPERS .................................................................. 106
FABRIC & MICRO MESH TEARS ............................ 106
INTERIOR ODOR .................................................... 106
UPHOLSTERY AND DRAPES ................................. 106
WALL AND CEILING PANELS ................................. 106
FLOORS AND CARPETING .................................... 106
WOOD PRODUCT CARE ........................................ 107
LAMINATE TOP CARE ............................................ 107
POWER RANGE HOOD .......................................... 107
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REFRIGERATOR ..................................................... 107
DRAINS ................................................................... 107
SHOWER CARE ...................................................... 107
SINK CARE .............................................................. 107
TRAILER INSPECTION AND SERVICE
INTERVALS .......................................................... 108
WINTERIZATION ................................................... 109
OPERATING IN FREEZING CONDITIONS ............. 109
STORAGE ............................................................... 109
SHORT-TERM STORAGE ........................................ 109
LONG-TERM STORAGE ......................................... 109
STORAGE BELOW FREEZING ............................... 109
WINTERIZING METHOD ......................................... 110
WATER HEATER BYPASS ....................................... 110
RE-ACTIVATING TRAILER AFTER STORAGE ........ 111
OUTSIDE AREA ...................................................... 111
12-VOLT SYSTEM ................................................... 111
FRESH WATER SYSTEM ........................................ 111
PROPANE SYSTEM ................................................ 111
GENERAL ................................................................111
120-VOLT SYSTEM ................................................. 111
MAINTENANCE ....................................................... 111
TYPICAL BULBS AND FUSES ................................ 111
HITCH SYSTEMS ..................................................112
SCHEMATICS ....................................................... 113
SEVEN PIN TAILER ELECTRICAL CONECTORS ... 114
12 VOLT SYSTEM ...................................................115
12 VOLT EXTERIOR CIRCUITS ............................... 116
12 VOLT INTERIOR CIRCUITS WIRING .................. 117
SLIDEOUT CIRCUIT WIRING .................................. 118
MONITOR PANEL WIRING ..................................... 119
CD PLAYER SPEAKER WIRING .............................. 120
RVP COLEMAN THERMOSTAT WIRING ................ 121
TV ANTENNA WIRING ............................................ 122
PORTABLE SAT – TV ANTENNA WIRING .............. 123
120 VOLT SYSTEM .................................................124
120 VOLT CIRCUITS WIRING ................................. 125
WATER HEATER DSI/120V WIRING ....................... 126
TYPICAL DRAIN PLUMBING SYSTEM ................... 127
TYPICAL FRESH WATER SYSTEM ......................... 128
TYPICAL PROPANE SYSTEM ................................. 129
SUPPLIERS SERVICE PHONE AND
INTERNET LISTING ..............................................130
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IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION
For identification purposes it is recommended that you write the trailer serial number inside your trailer. Pick a spot behind a drawer or inside a cabinet. Protect yourself from possible theft and be able to identify your property.
You should keep a copy of this information at home. If the unit is ever stolen, the police can use the appliance serial numbers to identify the unit. It is also handy to have when service is needed.
PLEASE TAKE A FEW MINUTES TO COMPLETE THE INFORMATION. IT WILL BE A HANDY REFERENCE FOR YOU.
Your Name Trailer Model
Serial Name Purchase Date
Dealer Name Entry Door Key Number
Address
Insurance Policy Number Agent’s Name
Agent’s Phone Number
Air Conditioner Range/Oven
Manufacturer Manufacturer Atwood Model Model Serial Number Serial Number
Furnace Refrigerator
Manufacturer Hydroflame Manufacturer Norcold Model Model Serial Number Serial Number
Generator Stereo
Manufacturer Manufacturer Model Model Serial Number Serial Number
Microwave Oven TV
Manufacturer Manufacturer Model Model Serial Number Serial Number
Water Heater
Manufacturer Atwood Model G6A Serial Number
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LIMITED WARRANTY
FOR TRAILERS MANUFACTURED BY LANCE CAMPER MANUFACTURING CORPORATION
(“LANCE”) SOLD IN THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA
Lance warrants to the original end user purchaser (“Owner”) of this Trailer (“Trailer”) to be free of defects in materi­als and workmanship and for structural integrity, under normal use, with reasonable care and maintenance, for one (1) year from the date of purchase (the “Warranty Period”), subject to the exclusions given below.
COVERAGE PROVIDED
Within the Warranty Period, Lance is obligated to repair or replace any part covered by this warranty proven defec­tive. In the event of such an occurrence, the Owner should contact the selling dealer for a service appointment. If it is not possible to return to the selling dealer, call the Lance Factory Service Department, and they will provide you with the location of the nearest authorized dealer or repair facility. The cost of transporting the Trailer to the dealer or service center shall be incurred and paid for by the Owner.
This is the only warranty given with the purchase of the Trailer other than express or implied warranties given by the component manufacturers. Any warranties implied by law are limited to the Warranty Period. Any other warranty, express or implied, not provided for in this Limited Warranty is waived by the Owner, to the extent allowed by law.
OWNER’S OBLIGATION
The purchaser must notify Lance or a Lance authorized dealer of any defect promptly upon discovery.
Warranty repairs by a non Lance Trailer dealer or service center must be approved by the Lance Factory Ser­vice Department prior to any work being started.
EXCLUSIONS
The scope of this warranty is expressly limited to only items actually constructed by Lance. Lance therefore makes no warranty with respect to component parts constructed or assembled by other manufacturers, including, but not limited to, all electrical devices (TV, sound systems, DVD player, antennas, batteries, etc.), the propane appliances, electrical appliances, heaters, refrigerators, plumbing fixtures, light fixtures, lights, entrance door and windows. Such component parts may be warranted by their respective manufacturers, and copies of such warranties are included with the Trailer.
This warranty does not cover damage caused by or related to (1) normal wear and tear, (2) accidents, abuse, misuse or negligence, (3) failure to comply with instructions contained in the Owner’s Manual, (4) any alteration or modification of the Trailer, or (5) environmental conditions, including, but not limited to, road salt, hail, or windstorm. Nor does this warranty apply to parts made out of cloth, leather, wood, paint, or chrome, which have been affected by airborne fallout, including, but not limited to, chemicals and tree sap.
No payment or other compensation will be made for incidental expenses, including, but not limited to, towing, tele­phone, transportation, lodging, travel, gasoline, loss of pay or indirect or consequential damage including, but not limited to, loss of use of the Trailer, inconvenience, damage or injury to person or property, or loss of revenue, which might be paid, incurred or sustained by reason of manufacturer’s defect covered by this warranty. Lance does not warranty equipment or accessories installed at any dealership or other place of business, or by any other party.
As the manufacturer of the Trailer that you purchased, Lance does not know the purpose you have in mind for your tow vehicle and Trailer, nor does Lance know the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (“GVWR”) of your tow vehicle. There­fore, Lance makes no warranties or representations, express or implied, as to the performance of your tow vehicle with the Trailer or whether the match up of your tow vehicle and Trailer exceeds the GVWR as specified by your tow vehicle’s manufacturer. Specifically, there is no express or implied warranty of merchantability or of fitness for the particular match of your tow vehicle to any particular Trailer.
This Limited Warranty is intended to comply with the requirements of both State and Federal laws. Any part of this Limited Warranty in conflict with any law shall be ineffective to the extent of any such conflict. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which may vary from state to state.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOLS AND SIGNAL WORDS
This manual provides instructions for the operation and care of your Lance Trailer. The instructions in this manual must be followed to ensure the safety of persons and satisfactory life of the trailer. Safety pre­cautions to protect against injury or property damage must be followed at all times.
Safety information in this manual is denoted by the safety alert symbol:
This Owner’s Manual is not all-inclusive and may not provide all of the specific details necessary for the proper combination of trailer, tow vehicle and hitch that you may have. Therefore, you are responsible for the reading, understanding and following the instruc­tions of the tow vehicle and trailer hitch manufactur­ers, as well as the instructions in this manual.
Lance Trailers are built with components produced by various manufacturers. Some of these items have separate instruction manuals. This manual may indicate for you to read or reference another manual. If you do not have the manual for an item, call Lance at 661-949-3322 or email service@lancecamper.com.
The level of risk is indicated by the following signal words.
DANGER
DANGER - Immediate hazards which WILL result in severe personal injury or death if the warning is ignored.
WARNING
WARNING - Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in severe personal injury or death if the warning is ignored.
CAUTION
CAUTION - Hazards or unsafe practices which could result in minor or moderate injury if the warning is ignored.
NOTICE
NOTICE - Practices that could result in damage to the trailer or other property.
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MAJOR HAZARDS
Loss of control of the trailer or trailer/tow vehicle combination can result in death or serious injury. The most common causes for loss of control of the trailer are:
• Impropersizingthetrailerforthetowvehicle,or
vice versa.
• ExcessiveSpeed:Drivingtoofastforthecondi­tions.
• Failuretoadjustdrivingbehaviorwhentowinga
trailer.
• Overloadingand/orimproperweightdistribu­tion.
• Improperormiss-couplingofthetrailertothe
hitch.
• Improperbrakingandsteeringunderswaycon­ditions.
• Notmaintainingpropertirepressure.
• Notkeepinglugnutstight.
Improper Sizing of the Trailer to the Tow Vehicle.
Trailers that weigh too much for the towing vehicle can cause stability problems, which can lead to death or serious injury. Furthermore, the additional strain put on the engine and drive-train may lead to seri­ous tow vehicle maintenance problems. For these reasons the maximum towing capacity of your towing vehicle should not be exceeded. The towing capac­ity of your tow vehicle, in terms of maximum Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) and maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) can be found in the tow vehicles Owner’s Manual.
DANGER
Use of an under-rated hitch, ball or tow ve­hicle can result in loss of control leading to death or serious injury.
Make certain your hitch and tow vehicle are rated for your trailer.
Failure to Adjust Driving Behavior When Towing a Trailer
When towing a trailer, you will have decreased accel­eration, increased stopping distance, and increased turning radius (which means you must make wider turns to keep from hitting curbs, vehicles, and any­thing else that is on the inside corner). Furthermore, the trailer will change the handling characteristics of your towing vehicle, making it more sensitive to steering inputs and more likely to be pushed around in windy conditions or when being passed by large vehicles. In addition, you will need a longer distance to pass, due to slower acceleration and increased length. With this in mind:
• Bealertforslipperyconditions.Youaremore
likely to be affected by slippery road surfaces when driving a tow vehicle with a trailer, than driving a tow vehicle without a trailer.
• Anticipatethetrailer“swaying.”Swayingcan
be caused by excessive steering, wind gusts, roadway edges, or by the trailer reaction to the pressure wave created by passing trucks and buses.
• Whenencounteringtrailersway,takeyourfoot
off the accelerator, and steer as little as possible in order to stay on the road. Use small “trim­like” steering adjustments. Do not attempt to steer out of the sway; you’ll only make it worse. Also, do not apply the tow vehicle brakes to cor­rect trailer swaying. The application of the trailer brakes alone will tend to straighten out the combination, especially when going downhill.
• Checkrearviewmirrorsfrequentlytoobserve
the trailer and traffic.
• Uselowergearwhendrivingdownsteepor
long grades. Use the engine and transmission as a brake. Do not ride the brakes, as they can overheat and become ineffective.
• Beawareofyourtrailerheight,especiallywhen
approaching bridges, roofed areas and around trees.
Driving Too Fast
With ideal road conditions, the maximum recom­mended speed for safely towing a trailer is 60 mph. If you drive too fast, the trailer is more likely to sway, thus increasing the possibility for loss of control. Also your tires may overheat, thus increasing the possibil­ity of a blowout.
WARNING
Driving too fast for conditions can result in loss of control and cause death or serious injury.
Adjust speed down when towing trailer.
Trailer Not Properly Coupled to the Hitch
It is critical that the trailer be securely coupled to the hitch, and that the safety chains and emergency breakaway brake lanyard are correctly attached. Uncoupling may result in death or serious injury to you and to others.
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WARNING
Coupler and hitch selection and condition are critical for safe towing.
Uncoupling can result in death or serious injury.
• Makesurethehitchandballarerated
for the trailer.
• Makesurethehitch[ballsize]matches
the coupler.
• Checkthehitchballforwear,corrosion
and cracks before coupling.
• Replaceworn,corrodedorcracked
hitch ball before coupling to the trailer.
• Makesurethehitchballistighttothe
hitch before coupling the trailer.
WARNING
An improperly coupled trailer can result in death or serious injury.
Do not move the trailer until:
• Thecouplerissecuredandlocked;
• Thesafetychainsaresecuredtothetow
vehicle;and
• Thetrailerjacksarefullyretracted.
Do not tow the trailer on the road until:
• Thetrailerbrakesarechecked;
• Thebreakawayswitchisconnectedtothe
towvehicle;
• Theloadissecuredtothetrailer;and
• Thetrailerlightsareconnectedand
checked.
WARNING
Incorrect rigging of the safety chains can result in loss of control of the trailer and tow vehicle, leading to death or serious injury, if the trailer uncouples from the tow vehicle.
Chains must:
• Fastentoframeoftowvehicle,notto
hitch or ball.
• Crossunderneathhitchandcoupler
with minimum slack to permit turn­ing and to hold tongue up, if the trailer comes loose.
Proper Connection of Breakaway Switch
Your trailer is equipped with a breakaway system that can apply the brakes on your trailer if your trailer comes loose from the hitch for any reason. The breakaway system, including the trailer battery, must be in good condition and properly rigged to be effective.
WARNING
An ineffective breakaway system can result in a runaway trailer, leading to death or seri­ous injury if the coupler or ball hitch fails.
Test the function of the breakaway system before towing the trailer. Do not tow the trailer if the breakaway system is not work-
ing;haveitservicedorrepaired.
Connect the breakaway lanyard to the tow vehicle –
NOTtothesafetychains;and
NOT to the hitch, ball or support.
Matching Trailer and Hitch
Proper Use of Safety Chains
Safety chains are provided on bumper pull trailers so that control of the trailer can still be maintained if the trailer comes loose from the tow vehicle for any reason.
To be effective, safety chains must be in good condition and properly connected to the tow vehicle.
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DANGER
Use of an under-rated hitch, ball or tow vehicle can result in loss of control leading to death or serious injury.
Make certain your hitch and tow vehicle are rated for your trailer.
Worn Tires, Loose Wheels and Lug Nuts
Just as with your tow vehicle, the trailer tires and wheels are important safety items. Therefore, it is essential to inspect the trailer tires before each tow.
If a tire has a bald spot, bulge, cut, cracks, or is showing any cords, replace the tire before towing. If a tire has uneven tread wear, take the trailer to a dealer service center for diagnosis. Uneven tread wear can be caused by tire imbalance, axle misalignment or incorrect inflation.
Tires with too little tread will not provide adequate frictional forces on wet roadways and can result in loss of control, leading to death or serious injury.
WARNING
Lug nuts are prone to loosen after being first assembled. Death or serious injury can result.
Check lug nuts for tightness on a new trailer, and after re-mounting a wheel at 10, 25 and 50 miles.
Improper tire pressure causes increased tire wear and may reduce trailer stability, which can result in a tire blowout or possible loss of control. Therefore, before each tow you must also check the tire pres­sure. Remember, the proper tire pressure is listed on the Certification (VIN) label, and should be checked when tires are cold. Allow 3 hours cool-down after driving as much as 1 mile at 40 mph before checking tire pressure.
WARNING
Improper tire pressure may cause an un­stable trailer. Blowout and loss of control may occur. Death or serious injury can result.
Make sure of proper tire pressure before towing trailer. Inflate tires to pressure indi­cated on the Federal Certification/VIN label.
The tightness of the lug nuts is very important in keeping the wheels properly seated to the hub. Before each tow, check to make sure they are tight­ened to the proper torque.
WARNING
Inadequate lug nut torque can cause a wheel to part while towing. Death or serious injury can result.
Make sure lug nuts are tight before towing trailer.
Improper Loading
The total weight of the load you put in or on the trailer, plus the empty weight of the trailer itself, must not exceed the trailer’s Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). If you do not know the empty weight of the trailer, you must measure it at a commercial scale. In addition, you must distribute the load in the trailer such that the load on any axle does not exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). The GVWR and GAWR’s are listed on the Federal Certification/VIN label mounted on the front left side of the trailer.
WARNING
An overloaded trailer can result in failure or in loss of control of the trailer, leading to death or serious injury.
WARNING
Metal creep between the wheel rim and lug nuts (bolts) will cause rim to loosen.
Death or injury can occur if wheel comes off.
Tighten lug nuts (bolts) before each tow.
The proper tightening sequence and tightness (torque) for lug nuts is listed in the “Lug Nut Sequence” section of this manual. Use a calibrated torque wrench to tighten the lug nuts.
Lug nuts are also prone to loosen after first being assembled. When driving a new trailer (or after wheels have been remounted), check to make sure they are tightened to the proper torque after the first 10, 25 and 50 miles of driving and before each tow thereafter. Failure to perform this check can result in a wheel parting from the trailer and a crash, leading to death or serious injury.
Never load a trailer so that the weight on any tire exceeds its rating.
Never exceed the trailer Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR).
Never exceed an axle Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
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Unsafe Weight and Load Distribution
Proper loading of your trailer is essential for your safety. Tire, wheel, axle or structural failure can be caused by overloading.
Shifting Cargo
Since the trailer “ride” can be bumpy and rough, you must secure your cargo so that it does not shift while the trailer is being towed.
WARNING
An overloaded trailer can result in failure or in loss of control of the trailer, leading to death or serious injury.
Never load a trailer so that the weight on any tire exceeds its rating.
Never exceed the trailer Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR).
Never exceed an axle Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
Improper front / rear load distribution can lead to poor trailer sway stability or poor tow vehicle handling. Poor trailer sway stability results from tongue weights that are too low, and poor tow vehicle stability results from tongue weights that are too high.
The hitch weight of a loaded trailer (including cargo) should be between 10-15% of the total weight of the trailer on a bumper pull trailer.
The hitch weight of a loaded trailer (including cargo) should be between 20-25% of the total weight of the trailer on a 5th wheel trailer.
Uneven left/right load distribution can cause tire, wheel, axle or structural failure. Be sure your trailer is evenly loaded left / right. Towing stability also depends on keeping the center of gravity as low as possible.
WARNING
An improperly distributed load can result in loss of control of the trailer, and can lead to death or serious injury.
WARNING
A shifting load can result in failure, or to loss of control of the trailer, and can lead to death or serious injury.
You must secure all loads to prevent the load from shifting while trailering.
DANGER
You can die or be brain damaged by Carbon Monoxide.
Do not operate a generator, portable grills, portable heaters, portable lanterns or portable stoves inside the trailer.
WARNING
Never transport people inside your Lance Trailer. Besides putting their lives at risk, the transport of people may be illegal.
WARNING
Your Lance Trailer is not capable of safely transporting flammable, explosive, poison­ous or other dangerous materials.
Exceptions:
• Fuelinthetanksofvehiclesthatarebeing
hauled.
• Fuelstoredinpropercontainersusedin
trailer living quarters for cooking.
• Fuelstoredinthetankofanonboard generator.
Proper tongue weight is essential for stable trailer handling.
Distribute the load front to rear to provide proper tongue weight.
Distribute the load evenly, right and left, to avoid tire overload.
Keeping the center of gravity low and centered is essential to minimize the risk of tip-over.
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Inoperable Brakes, Lights or Mirrors
Be sure that the brakes and all of the lights on your trailer are functioning properly before towing your trailer. Electric brakes and lights on a trailer are controlled via a connection to the tow vehicle, gener­ally a multi-pin electrical connector. Check the trailer taillights by turning on your tow vehicle headlights. Check the trailer brake lights by having someone step on the tow vehicle brake pedal while you look at trailer lights. Check the turn signal lights by operating the turn signal lever in the tow vehicle.
Your tow vehicle will have an electric brake controller that sends power to the trailer brakes. Before towing the trailer on the road, you must operate the brake controller while trying to pull the trailer in order to confirm that the electric brakes operate. While towing the trailer at less than 5 mph, manually operate the electric brake controller in the tow vehicle cab. You should feel the operation of the trailer brakes.
WARNING
Failure to connect the tow vehicle lighting and braking to the trailer will result in inop­erable lights and brakes, and can lead to collision.
Check that all the trailer lights and brakes work before each tow.
Hazards from Equipment
The Equipment chapter of this manual contains some information about certain standard and optional accessories that may be on your trailer. Read and follow all of these instructions before operating the accessories. The major hazards from some of these accessories are:
Generator
If your Lance Trailer is equipped with a gasoline or propane power generator, you must have and follow the generator manufacturer’s instructions.
Carbon Monoxide is an odorless gas that can cause death. Be certain exhaust from a running generator does not accumulate in or around your trailer, by situ­ations such as:
• Beingdrawninbyfansorventilatorsoperatedin
a trailer;
• Prevailingwind;
• Beingtrappedbetweenyourtrailerandother
trailers, vehicles or buildings; or
• Beingtrappedbetweenyourtrailerand,orina
snow bank, or other nearby objects
WARNING
Gasoline and propane powered generators pose a risk of death from:
Standard mirrors usually do not provide adequate visibility for viewing traffic to the sides and rear a towed trailer. You must provide mirrors that allow you to safely observe approaching traffic.
Hazards From Modifying Your Trailer
Essential safety items and structural integrity can be damaged by altering your Lance Trailer. Even simply driving a nail or screw can damage an electrical circuit, propane gas line or other feature of the trailer.
Before making any alteration to your trailer, contact your Lance Trailer dealer or Lance at 661-949-3322 and describe the alteration you are contemplating. Alteration of the trailer structure or modification of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, heating or other systems on your trailer must be performed only by qualified technicians who are familiar with the system as installed on your trailer.
• CarbonMonoxide
• FireandExplosion
• Electrocution
• Donotoperateageneratorwithouthaving
a working carbon monoxide detector.
• Donotrefuelarunninggenerator.
• Donotrefuelnearignitionsources.
Shore Power
“Shore Power” is the name given to connecting your trailer to a source of electrical power using a cord specifically designed for that purpose.
WARNING
Shore power poses a risk of death due to electrocution.
Always use a grounded connection.
Never connect to an ungrounded source of shore power.
Never remove the “third prong” from the shore power plug.
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WARNING
Risk of fire.
WARNING
Risk of fire or explosion
Connect only to source of correct voltage.
Do not overload electrical circuits.
Do not use an extension cord to connect to shore power.
Replace fuses with like rating.
Propane Fuel System
DANGER
You can die or be brain damaged by Carbon Monoxide.
Make certain the exhaust from propane appliances is directed to the outdoors.
Have a working carbon monoxide detector in the accommodation spaces of your trailer before operating any propane gas appliance.
Do not operate portable grills, portable stoves, portable lanterns or portable heaters inside the trailer.
• Ifpropanegasisdetected(bysmellorby
the propane gas detector):
• Donottouchelectricalswitches
• Extinguishflamesandpilotlights
• Opendoorsforventilation
• Shutoffpropanegassupplyatthepropane
tank
• Leavetheareauntilodorclears
Correct the source of propane gas leakage before using propane appliances.
Do not use a flame to locate the source of a propane gas leak.
WARNING
It is not safe to use cooking appliances for comfort heating.
Cooking appliances need fresh air for safe operation.
Before operation:
WARNING
Risk of death due to fire or explosion.
Do not connect a propane gas system to a supply of natural gas.
Extinguish all pilot lights and turn off all appliances and igniters before refilling fuel or propane gas tanks.
Do not fill propane gas tanks to more than 80- percent of capacity.
Do not fill the tank with any gas other than propane.
Do not store propane gas tanks inside the trailer.
• Turnonexhausthood
• Openwindow
Failure to comply could result in death or serious injury.
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Trailer Towing Guide
Driving a vehicle with a trailer in tow is vastly differ­ent from driving the same vehicle without a trailer in tow. Acceleration, maneuverability and braking are all diminished with a trailer in tow. It takes longer to get up to speed; you need more room to turn and pass, and more distance to stop when towing a trailer. You will need to spend time adjusting to the different feel and maneuverability of the tow vehicle with a loaded trailer. Because of the significant differences in all aspects of maneuverability when towing a trailer, the hazards and risks of injury are also much greater than when driving without a trailer. You are responsible for keeping your vehicle and trailer in control, and for all the damage that is caused if you lose control of your vehicle and trailer.
As you did when learning to drive an automobile, find an open area with little or no traffic for your first practice trailering. Of course, before you start towing the trailer, you must follow all of the instructions for inspection, testing, loading and coupling. Also, before you start towing, adjust the mirrors so you can see the trailer as well as the area to the rear of it.
Drive slowly at first, 5 m.p.h. or so, and turn the wheel to get the feel of how the tow vehicle and trailer combination responds. Next, make some right and left hand turns. Watch in your side mirrors to see how the trailer follows the tow vehicle. Turning with a trailer attached requires more room.
Stop the rig a few times from speeds no greater than 10 m.p.h. If your trailer is equipped with brakes, try using different combinations of trailer/electric brake and tow vehicle brake. Note the effect that the trailer brakes have when they are the only brakes used. When properly adjusted, the trailer brakes will come on just before the tow vehicle brakes.
It will take practice to learn how to back up a tow ve­hicle with a trailer attached. Take it slow. Before back­ing up, get out of the tow vehicle and look behind the trailer to make sure that there are no obstacles. Some drivers place their hands at the bottom of the steering wheel, and while the tow vehicle is in reverse, “think” of the hands as being on the top of the wheel. When the hands move to the right (counter-clockwise, as you would do to turn the tow vehicle to the left when moving forward), the rear of the trailer moves to the right. Conversely, rotating the steering wheel clock­wise with your hands at the bottom of the wheel will move the rear of the trailer to the left, while backing up. If you are towing a bumper hitch rig, be careful not to allow the trailer to turn too much, because it will hit the rear of the tow vehicle. To straighten the rig, either pull forward, or turn the steering wheel in the opposite direction.
Safe Trailer Towing Guidelines
• Rechecktheloadtiedownstomakesurethe
load will not shift during towing.
• Beforetowing,checkcoupling,safetychain,
safety brake, tires, wheels and lights.
• Checkthelugnutsorboltsfortightness.
• Checkcouplertightnessaftertowing50miles.
• Adjustthebrakecontrollertoengagethetrailer
brakes before the tow vehicle brakes. Your deal­er can assist you by making this adjustment.
• Useyourmirrorstoverifythatyouhaveroomto
change lanes or pull into traffic.
• Useyourturnsignalswellinadvance.
• Allowplentyofstoppingspaceforyourtrailer
and tow vehicle.
• Donotdrivesofastthatthetrailerbeginsto
sway due to speed. Never drive faster than 60 m.p.h.
• Allowplentyofroomforpassing.Aruleof
thumb is that the passing distance with a trailer is 4 times the passing distance without a trailer.
• Shiftyourautomatictransmissionintoalower
gear for city driving.
• Uselowergearsforclimbinganddescending
grades.
• Donotridethebrakeswhiledescending
grades; they may get so hot that they stop work­ing. Then you will potentially have a runaway tow vehicle and trailer.
• Toconservefuel,don’tusefullthrottletoclimba
hill. Instead, build speed on the approach.
• Slowdownforbumpsintheroad.Takeyour
foot off the brake when crossing the bump.
• Donotbrakewhileinacurveunlessabsolutely
necessary. Instead, slow down before you enter the curve and power through the curve. This way, the towing vehicle remains “in charge.”
• Donotapplythebrakestocorrectextreme
trailer swaying. The application of the trailer brakes alone will tend to straighten out the combination, especially when going downhill.
• Makeregularstops,aboutonceeachhour.
Confirm that
• thecouplerissecuretothehitchandis
locked,
• electricalconnectorsaremade,
• thereisappropriateslackinthesafety
chains,
• thereisappropriateslackinthebreakaway
switch pull pin lanyard,
• thetiresarenotvisiblylowonpressure,
and
• thecargoissecureandingoodcondition.
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Safety Warning Labels on Your Trailer
ML186 Cargo Capacity ML175 Tire Placard ML187 Federal Certification
ML186 Cargo Capacity
ML142 Breakaway Switch ML102 Wheel Lug Nut
ML107 110/125V 30 Amp
ML116 Potable Water
ML114 Warning Cooking
ML189 Tongue Weight
ML117 80 Percent Fill
ML130 Propane
ML126 Smoke Detector
ML118 If You Smell Propane
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WARNING
To protect you and others against death or serious injury, all of the labels shown above must be on the trailer and must be legible.
If any of these labels are missing or cannot be read, call the Lance Customer Service Department at 661-949-3322 for free replace­ment labels.
You will need to provide us with your trailer’s serial number and the part number shown at the bottom of the label(s) or as shown in the pictures above in order for us to send the correct one(s).
Reporting Safety Defects
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying us.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Lance Camper Manufacturing Corporation.
To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327- 4236, or write to: Administrator, NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey Ave., SE, Washington, DC 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from their hotline. They are on the web at www.safercar.gov.
Call 661-949-3322 or service@lancecamper.com to reach Lance.
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WELCOME
Congratulations and welcome to the recreational vehicle lifestyle and the ever-growing family of Lance Recreational Vehicle Owners. We sincerely thank you for choosing Lance. Your selection of a Lance Trailer was a wise investment. Lance Camper Manufacturing Corporation (“Lance”) is confident that your RV will give you years of camping pleasure.
At Lance, we work hard to provide our customers with safe and dependable recreational vehicles. We constantly strive to produce a quality product to meet your needs. Our customers are what are most important. If you are satisfied, then we know we have achieved what we set out to do. That is to be the best recreational vehicle manufacturer in the industry.
Your recreational vehicle has been designed to conform with, or exceed, the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) 1192, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1192, Canadian Standards Association (CSA) Z-240 (for Canadian built units), National Electric Code (NEC), and ap­plicable motor vehicle standards. These standards establish the requirements for electrical, plumb­ing, fuel systems and equipment, fire and life safety provisions and other requirements for quality and safety. Lance is a member of the Recreational Vehicle Industry Association (RVIA) and the Canadian Rec­reational Vehicle Industry Association (CRVIA) which oversees that our products are in compliance with the above agencies and organizations. One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new Lance recreational vehicle is to read this manual along with the information provided in the Owner’s Information Package. This information will help you learn how to operate all the features of your new recreational vehicle. Afterwards, keep this Owner’s Manual along with the Owner’s Information Package in your RV so you can refer to it at any time.
Lance Trailer Dealer. Lance reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation whatsoever. All weights, fuel, liquid capacities, and dimensions are approximate.
Before calling your Lance Trailer Dealer or the Lance Customer Service Department, we suggest that you look for the answer to your problem in the Owner’s Manual and the Component Instruction/Operation Manuals supplied in the Owner’s Information Package.
Several warranties protect your new Lance RV. Read each of the warranties thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rights and responsibilities. Lance provides a limited warranty on your Trailer as defined at the front of this manual. Please read the warranty carefully. If you have any questions about the warranty or what it does or does not cover, please contact your Lance Trailer Dealer. At the time of sale, your dealer will fill out and mail your Lance Warranty Registration Card to the factory. Within three weeks you should receive, by mail, your Owner Registration Card. Contact your Lance Trailer Dealer if it does not arrive. The card will have your name, serial number and model, date of purchase and dealer name. If your RV ever needs warranty service, present this card to your dealer.
Your appliances and various other components are warranted by their respective manufacturer and their warranties are included in the Owner’s Information Package. Be sure to fill out the warranty registration cards for these items and mail them as soon as possible after taking delivery of your RV.
This Owner’s Manual covers all Lance Trailer models. You may find descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your particular model.
This Owner’s Manual, along with the Owner’s Information Package should be considered a permanent part of the trailer, and should remain with the trailer when it is sold.
The information, specifications and photography included in this publication were as accurate as pos­sible at the time of publication. For the most current product information and changes, please visit our website at www.lancetrailer.com or contact your local
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CUSTOMER RELATIONS INFORMATION
It is best to return your RV to the selling dealer for warranty service. If this is not possible, you can find the nearest dealer on our web site, www.lancetrailer. com, under the dealer locator heading, or by contacting the Lance Customer Service Department at 661 949-3322, who can direct you to a dealer in your area.
Lance Trailer dealership personnel are trained professionals. They should be able to answer all your questions. If you encounter a problem that your dealership does not solve to your satisfaction, please discuss it with the dealership’s management. The Service Manager or General Manager can help. Almost all problems are solved in this way.
If you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership’s management, contact the Lance Customer Service Center at:
Service and maintenance on your RV is easily accom­plished by establishing a mutually agreeable partner­ship between you and your Lance Trailer dealership. Take the time to get to know the people who will play an important role in helping you keep your RV in prime working condition. Visit the dealer’s service center to meet the service manager, technicians, service writers, and those charged with ordering the parts. Ask questions.
Following scheduled maintenance recommendations will save you money in the long run. Carefully read all operation manuals to obtain complete information on prescribed service intervals. Don’t forget about your tow vehicle. It too needs regular service.
If you prefer to perform general maintenance items on your own, your Lance Trailer Dealer service department can be a big help when it comes to making sure you obtain the proper replacement parts. All replacement parts must be ordered from your dealership. Lance does not sell retail to the public.
Service and maintenance items may fall outside the scope of your capability. In these instances you may decide to seek the assistance of a qualified RV service center to perform these tasks. Contact your Lance Trailer dealership’s service center in advance for a scheduled appointment time. Advise the service manager, in writing, the specific items needing repair to give the service center an idea of what parts will be required, and how long the work can be expected to take. Keep in mind that seasonal maintenance needs are a popular time of year at most service centers. Call early to schedule annual tune-ups. Always include your vehicle identification number (last six digits) when contacting your Lance Trailer Dealer.
Service Manager Lance Camper Manufacturing Corporation 43120 Venture Street Lancaster, California 93535-4510 USA 661 949-3322
E-mail inquiries to service@lancecamper.com.
When you call or write, please give us this information:
Vehicle Identification Number (last six digits) Your name, address, and telephone number Date of purchase Name and address of the dealer where your RV was purchased, or who services your RV.
This information will be on your Owner Registration Card. The serial number is also located on the Federal Certification Identification label located on the roadside front corner of the trailer. It is also located on the front crossmember of the chassis.
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There are three labels attached to the roadside front corner of the trailer.
The first label is the Recreation Vehicle Trailer Cargo Carrying Capacity Tag. It contains the VIN number, maximum cargo capacity and the weight of the trailer as completed by the Lance with the propane tank(s) full. This would include all options that were installed at the factory by Lance. It also references how much weight (cargo) and a full load of water would be. The unit weight and available cargo capacity does not include any dealer installed options. A second copy of this tag is installed in the lower corner of the screen door on the kick panel.
The lower label is the Federal Certification Tag. It contains the Manufacturer’s Name, VIN number, month and year built, GVWR, GAWR of each axle, and the tire size, rim size and PSI.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is a 17-digit serial number. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has established how and what this number represents.
The VIN is located on the roadside front crossmem­ber next to the a-frame. It is also located on the three tags located on the roadside front corner of the trailer.
The second (middle) label is the Tire and Loading Information Tag. It lists the trailer VIN number and maximum cargo capacity of the trailer as equipped by Lance. It also lists the tire size and Cold Tire Pressure of the tires that are supplied on your trailer.
The following identifies Lance’s 17 character VIN:
1L9 T N 18 2 X 9 L 123456
Manufacturer ID (Lance)
Body Type (T = Travel Trailer)
Type of Trailer (N = Non-slide)
Box Length
Number of Axles
Check Digit
Model Year
Manufacturer Plant Code
Unit Serial Number
If you need warranty service, you need to have the last six digits of the serial number available when calling.
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INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUAL
This Owner’s Manual is of a general nature only and does not cover every aspect of all Trailer models manufactured by the Lance. Each owner must read this manual thoroughly and heed the warnings given herein, as well as those warnings given in the com­ponent instruction manuals contained in the Owner’s Information Package.
PRODUCT CHANGES
Some equipment and features shown in this manual may be optional or not available on some mod­els. Photographs or illustrations in this manual are representative of function and may not be specific in their depiction of actual equipment, fabrics, interior or exterior decor or design options as installed on or in your RV. For the most current product information and changes please visit our website at www.lance­trailer.com or contact your local Lance Trailer Dealer. Subsequent modifications may be evident in the actual product. Specifications are subject to change without notice. All weights, fuel, liquid capacities and dimensions are approximate.
The Owner’s Information Package includes the follow­ing items based on the standard features and appli­cable options on your particular Trailer:
Owner’s Manual Refrigerator Manual Range/Oven Manual Microwave Manual Furnace Manual Thermostat Manual Water Heater Manual Air Conditioner Manual Generator Manual Water Pump Manual Converter Manual Smoke, Propane and Carbon Monoxide Detector Manuals GFIC Manual Winterizing Manual Awning Manual TV Antenna Manual Stereo Manual LCD TV Manual
OWNER’S INFORMATION PACKAGE
The owner information package contains valuable documents explaining details of operation for major appliances, systems and equipment built into your Trailer. Included in this package is warranty informa­tion on various appliances and components in your Trailer. Warranty registration cards for these items should be filled out and mailed as soon as possible after you take delivery of your Trailer. Since this Own­er’s Manual does not cover every possible detail of equipment and options installed on or in your Trailer, these booklets and instructional material in the pack­age will help you operate, maintain and trouble-shoot those items. If you are missing any of the compo­nent material, contact your Lance Trailer Dealer and request the desired or missing information.
This information should be considered a permanent part of the Trailer, and should remain with the RV when it is sold.
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DEALER RESPONSIBILITY
Your RV has been thoroughly inspected at the factory before shipment. However, your dealer is responsible for performing a complete pre-delivery inspection of all your trailer’s components. This should assure you that all components are in proper working order and free of defects prior to you taking delivery.
During the delivery process, the dealer should have taken you through the inside, as well as around the exterior of the trailer, to instruct and explain the proper usage of all of the following items:
PLANNING AND PREPARATION
Proper planning of your trip will ensure a pleasurable experience. A thorough knowledge of your RV is im­portant if you are going to get the most of the con­venience and safety built into your trailer. You should become as familiar with your RV as you are with your own personal car or tow vehicle. If you have trouble or questions, you should consult your dealer.
Appliances Dinette Bed Conversions Electrical System Fresh Water System Propane Gas System Loading and Unloading Coupling and Uncoupling to the Tow Vehicle Optional Equipment RV Park Hookup Waste System Slide-Out System Egress Exits
While the dealer has provided basic instructions on how to use your RV, it is ultimately your responsibil­ity to make sure you fully understand how to use the trailer prior to doing so. To fulfill this responsibility, in addition to the instructions received from the dealer, you must read all instructional material furnished with the trailer. If you do not understand how to operate any appliance or equipment, you should return to your dealer for further instructions.
Your Lance Trailer comes with applicable loose items based on the standard features and options on your particular trailer. Please make sure that you have each of these items:
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Maintaining your RV according to the maintenance schedules given in this manual helps to keep your camping experiences trouble-free while preserving your investment. When your RV needs maintenance, keep in mind that your Lance Trailer Dealer’s staff is trained in servicing the many systems in your trailer. Your Lance Trailer Dealer is dedicated to your satis­faction and will be pleased to answer any questions and concerns. The Maintenance Chart located at the rear of this manual defines the minimum maintenance intervals. Adherence to this schedule will minimize the possibility of failure of important systems of your RV. The time spent inspecting and maintaining your RV will provide you with many years of trouble free recreational pleasure.
• Owner’sInformationPackage
• Twosetsofkeysforentrydoorandexterioraccess
doors
• FireExtinguisher(mounted)
• StabilizerJackHandle
• Slide-outCrankHandle
• RemotesforTV/Stereo
• MattressCover
• PropaneTankCover
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TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION
This portion of the User’s Manual contains tire safety information as required by 49 CFR 575.6.
after five years, trailer tires are considered worn out and should be replaced, even if they have had mini­mal or no use. This is such a general statement that it may not apply in all cases. It is best to have your tires inspected by a tire supplier to determine if your tires need to be replaced.
TRAILER TIRE INFORMATION
Trailer tires may be worn out even though they still have plenty of tread left. This is because trailer tires have to carry a lot of weight all the time, even when not in use. It is actually better for the tire to be rolling down the road than to be idle. During use, the tire releases lubricants that are beneficial to tire life. Using the trailer tires often also helps prevent flat spots from developing.
The main cause of tire failure is improper inflation. Check the cold tire inflation pressures at least once a week for proper inflation levels. “Cold” means that the tires are at the same temperature as the surround­ing air, such as when the vehicle has been parked overnight. Wheel and tire manufacturers recommend adjusting the air pressure to the trailer manufacturer’s recommended cold inflation pressure, in pounds per square inch (PSI) stated on the vehicle’s Federal Certification Label or Tire Placard when the trailer is loaded to its gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR). If the tires are inflated to less than the recommended inflation level or the GVWR of the trailer is exceeded, the load carrying capacity of the tire could be dra­matically affected. If the tires are inflated more than the recommended inflation level, handling character­istics of the tow vehicle/trailer combination could be affected. Refer to the owner’s manual or talk to your dealer or vehicle manufacturer if you have any ques­tions regarding proper inflation practices.
If you are storing your trailer for an extended period, make sure the tires are fully inflated to the maximum rated pressure and that you store them in a cool, dry place, such as a garage. Use tire covers to protect the trailer tires from the harsh effects of the sun.
STEPS FOR DETERMINING CORRECT LOAD LIMITS OF THE TRAILER
Determining the load limits of a trailer includes more than understanding the load limits of the tires alone. On all trailers there is a Federal Certification/ VIN label that is located on the forward half of the left (road) side of the unit. This certification/VIN label will indicate the trailer’s Gross Vehicle Weight Rat­ing (GVWR). This is the most weight the fully loaded trailer can weigh. It will also provide the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). This is the most a particular axle can weigh. If there are multiple axles, the GAWR of each axle will be provided.
There is a vehicle placard located in the same loca­tion as the certification label described above. This placard provides tire and loading information. In addition, this placard will show a statement regard­ing maximum cargo capacity. Cargo can be added to the trailer, up to the maximum weight specified on the placard. The combined weight of the cargo is pro­vided as a single number. In any case, remember: the total weight of a fully loaded trailer can not exceed the stated GVWR.
Tires can lose air over a period of time. In fact, tires can lose 1 to 3 PSI per month. This is because mole­cules of air, under pressure, weave their way from the inside of the tire, through the rubber, to the outside. A drop in tire pressure could cause the tire to become overloaded, leading to excessive heat build up. If a trailer tire is under-inflated, even for a short period of time, the tire could suffer internal damage.
High speed towing in hot conditions degrades trailer tires significantly. As heat builds up during driving, the tire’s internal structure starts to breakdown, compro­mising the strength of the tire. It is recommended to drive at moderate speeds.
Statistics indicate the average life of a trailer tire is about five years under normal use and maintenance conditions. After three years, replacing the trailer tires with new ones should be considered, even if the tires have adequate tread depth. Some expert’s claim that
The weight of water and propane also needs to be considered. The weight of fully filled propane con­tainers is considered part of the weight of the trailer before it is loaded with cargo, and is not considered part of the disposable cargo load. Water however, is a disposable cargo weight and is treated as such. If there is a fresh water storage tank of 30 gallons, this tank when filled would weigh about 250 pounds. If more cargo is being transported, water can be off­loaded to keep the total amount of cargo added to the vehicle within the limits of the GVWR so as not to overload the vehicle. Understanding this flexibility will allow you, the owner, to make choices that fit your travel needs.
When loading your cargo, be sure it is distributed evenly to prevent overloading front to back and side to side. Heavy items should be placed low and as close to the axle positions as reasonable. Too many
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items on one side may overload a tire. The best way to know the actual weight of the vehicle is to weigh it at a public scale. Talk to your dealer to discuss the weighing methods needed to capture the various weights related to the trailer. This would include the weight empty or unloaded, weights per axle, wheel, hitch or king-pin, and total weight.
Excessive loads and/or under inflation cause tire overloading and, as a result, abnormal tire flexing occurs. This situation can generate an excessive amount of heat within the tire. Excessive heat may lead to tire failure. It is the air pressure that enables a tire to support the load, so proper inflation is critical. The proper air pressure may be found on the Certi­fication / VIN label and/or on the Tire Placard. This value should never exceed the maximum cold infla­tion pressure stamped on the tire.
Trailers 10,000 Pounds GVWR or Less
STEPS FOR DETERMINING CORRECT LOAD LIMITS OF THE TOW VEHICLE
1. Locate the statement, “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs.,” on your vehicle’s placard.
2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers who will be riding in your vehicle.
3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds.
4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage capacity is 650 lbs. (1400- 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.).
5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage capacity calculated in Step # 4.
6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult the tow vehicle’s manual to determine how this weight transfer reduces the available cargo and luggage capacity of your vehicle.
1. Locate the statement, “The weight of cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.,” on your vehicle’s placard.
2. This figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity.
3. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity.
The trailer’s placard refers to the Tire Information Placard attached adjacent to or near the trailer’s VIN (Certification) label at the left front of the trailer.
TIRE SAFETY - EVERYTHING RIDES ON IT
The National Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has published a brochure (DOT HS 809 361) that dis­cusses all aspects of Tire Safety, as required by CFR
575.6. This brochure is reproduced in part below. It can be obtained and downloaded from NHTSA, free of charge, from the following web site:
http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/staticfiles/DOT/NHTSA/ Vehicle%20Safety/Articles/Associated%20Files/bro­chure.pdf
Studies of tire safety show that maintaining proper tire pressure, observing tire and vehicle load limits (not carrying more weight in your vehicle than your tires or vehicle can safely handle), avoiding road hazards, and inspecting tires for cuts, slashes, and other ir­regularities are the most important things you can do to avoid tire failure, such as tread separation or blowout and flat tires. These actions, along with other care and maintenance activities, can also:
• Improvevehiclehandling
• Helpprotectyouandothersfromavoidable
breakdowns and accidents
• Improvefueleconomy
• Increasethelifeofyourtires
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