Winnebago Ultimate Freedom (2004) Owner's Manual
TO THE OWNER
Congratulations! We welcome you to the exciting world of motor home travel and camping. You will
find it convenient and enjoyable to have all the comforts of home and still enjoy the great outdoors wherever you choose to go.
Your Ultimate Freedom motor home has been carefully designed, engineered and manufactured to provide dependability as well as safety. Before sliding into the driver’s seat, take a few minutes to become
familiar with operations and features. This manual was prepared to aid you in the proper care and operation
of the vehicle and equipment. We urge you to read it completely. In addition, spend some time with the
dealer when you take delivery, you will want to learn all you can about your new motor home.
Your new motor home is covered by a factory warranty against defects in material and workmanship.
This warranty should be validated at once and returned to the factory by your dealer.
About Safety Messages Used in This Manual
Throughout this manual, certain items are labeled Note, Caution, Warning or Danger. These terms alert
you to precautions that may involved damage to your vehicle or a risk to your personal safety. Read and
follow them carefully.
This SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL is used to draw your attention to issues which could involved
potential personal injury. This symbol is used throughout this manual and/or on labels affixed
on or near various equipment in this motor home.
DANGER
DANGER indicates a directly hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious personal
injury.
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WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious personal injury.
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CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in damage
mainly to equipment or property, but
in some cases may also result in
minor or moderate personal injury.
NOTE: A ‘Note’ is not necessarily safety related
but indicates a recommendation or special point
of information that could assist in understanding
the use or care of a feature item.
OWNER’S NAME
STREET ADDRESS
CITY AND STATE (OR PROVINCE IN CANADA)
MOTOR HOME SERIAL NUMBER
VEHICLE CHASSIS IDENTIFICATION NO. (VIN)
DATE OF DELIVERY TO FIRST RETAIL PURCHASER
VEHICLE MILEAGE AT TIME OF DELIVERY
SELLING DEALER NAME AND ADDRESS
TANK CAPACITIES
Spartan Diesel Chassis Fuel Tank............................ 100 gal. (single tank w/dual fills)
LP Gas Tank..................................................................................31 gal. (39 gal. w.c.)
Fresh Water Tank ................................................................................................99 gal.
Water Heater ...............................................................................................Continuous
Black Water Holding Tank (Toilet).....................................................................50 gal.
Grey Water Holding Tank (Galley, Shower & Lavatory) ...................................54 gal.
*LP Gas tank capacity shown is the usable “full” LP gas capacity, which is 80% of the tank
manufacturer’s listed water capacity (w.c. shown in parenthesis). An LP tank must have at least 20% of
tank volume free to allow for expansion and proper vaporization of the liquid fuel. The tank is also
equipped with mandatory safety shut-off equipment that prevents filling above this level.
2004 NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY
WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC.
WARRANTY COVERAGE TO OWNER
Winnebago Industries, Inc. of Forest City, Iowa warrants each new
Winnebago Industries motor home to the owner for use in the U.S.A.
and Canada as follows:
WARRANTY PERIOD
The Warranty Period for all coverages begins on the date the vehicle
is delivered to the first retail purchaser or first placed in service as a
demonstrator or company vehicle.
BASIC COVERAGE
The basic Warranty Period is 12 months or 15,000 miles (24,135
kilometers), on the odometer, whichever occurs first. Winnebago
Industries does not authorize any person to create for it any other
obligations or liability in connection with this vehicle. ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE APPLICABLE TO THIS VEHICLE IS
LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN
WARRANTY AS HEREINBEFORE OR HEREINAFTER
PROVIDED. THE PERFORMANCE OF REPAIRS IS THE
EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY OR
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY. WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES SHALL
NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF TIME, INCONVENIENCE, OR OTHER
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE INCLUDING EXPENSE FOR
GASOLINE, TELEPHONE, TRAVEL, LODGING, LOSS OR
DAMAGE TO PERSONAL PROPERTY, OR LOSS OF REVENUE
RESULTING FROM BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY OR
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY. Some states do not allow limitations on
how long an implied warranty will last or the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or
exclusions may not apply to you.
ITEMS NOT SUBJECT TO W ARRANTY COVERAGE.
Chassis, Drivetrain and related components*
Wheels*
Tires*
Service Items, such as Windshield W iper Blades, Lubricants, Fluids
& Filters
Adjustments
*These items are covered under the manufacturer’s individual
warranty.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state.
Also, this warranty shall not apply to failures, damage or
malfunctions resulting from normal wear, misuse, abuse,
negligence, alteration, accident, fire, improper repair of the vehicle or
failure to follow recommended maintenance requirements.
36 MONTHS/36,000 MILE STRUCTURAL WARRANTY
At the expiration of the Basic Coverage and for the remainder of the
period of 36 months or 36,000 miles (57,924 kilometers), on the
odometer, whichever occurs first, Winnebago Industries warrants the
following:
1. Body Thermo-Panel
against delamination. Body Thermo-Panel
bonding of the exterior skin and the interior paneling to an
insulating core material. Delamination (separation of layers)
caused by other factors such as physical damage or failure to
properly maintain sealants is not covered by this warranty.
2. The slide-out room assembly for defects in material or
workmanship.
3. Structural defects of the subfloor and floor. Floor lamination
failure and lamination failure of the subfloor panels and risers
are covered by the structural warranty.
Lamination of the sidewalls and backwall
Lamination is the
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Winnebago Industries, Inc.
P.O. Box 152
Forest City, Iowa 50436
ATTENTION: WARRANTY DEPT.
PLACE
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WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES’ RESPONSIBILITY
Any part of the vehicle subject to warranty which is found to be
defective in material or workmanship, will be repaired or replaced at
Winnebago Industries’ option upon notice of the defect without
charge to the customer for parts or labor. While any W innebago
Industries motor home dealer can perform warranty service, we
recommend you return to the dealership that sold you your vehicle. If
you are touring or have moved, contact any Winnebago Industries
motor home dealer in the United States or Canada for warranty
service.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITY WHEN REPAIRS ARE NEEDED
If a part of the system covered by this warranty fails to function or
requires service during the warranty period:
1. Promptly take the vehicle to the selling dealer for repair or
inspection.
2. Written notice of defects must be given to the selling dealer or
manufacturer no later than 10 days after the expiration of the
warranty.
3. If the dealer is incapable of making the repairs, request that he
contact Winnebago Industries, Inc.
4. If, after the above steps are completed and the repair is not
made, the customer should contact Winnebago Industries, Inc.,
P.O. Box 152, Forest City, Iowa 50436, Attention: Owner
Relations Department (800-537-1885) and furnish the following
information:
− The complete serial number of the vehicle
− Date of retail purchase
− Selling dealer’s name
− Nature of the service problem, and a brief explanation of
the steps or service the dealer has performed, and the
results obtained. The customer may be directed to another
dealer or service center for repairs to be completed, if such
a dealer or service center is better able to complete the
repair.
Winnebago Industries may, at its option, request the vehicle be
returned to Forest City, Iowa for repair. If the customer refuses to
allow repairs to be performed at the Forest City, Iowa facility, the
warranty on that repair will be voided.
5. If after the above steps are completed and the repairs are not
satisfactory, the customer may contact the Service
Administration Manager of W innebago Industries, and request
a customer relations board meeting to resolve the problem.
This action, however, is not mandatory.
6. Certain components are covered beyond the 12 months/15,000
miles basic warranty coverage by the individual manufacturer’s
warranty. Please refer to the component’s information supplied
in the owner’s information InfoCase for any additional warranty
coverage after the basic warranty has expired.
DEALER’S REPRESENTATIONS EXCLUDED
Winnebago Industries, Inc. does not undertake the responsibility to
any purchaser of its products for any undertaking, representation, or
warranty made by dealers selling its product beyond those herein
expressed.
INSTALLATION NOT COVERED
Winnebago Industries, Inc. cannot , however, and does not accept
any responsibility in connection with any of its motor homes for
additional equipment or accessories installed at any dealership or
other place of business, or by any other party other than Winnebago
Industries, Inc. Such installation of equipment or accessories by any
other party will not be covered by the terms of this warranty.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
It is the owner’s responsibility to perform the care, maintenance and
proper load distribution described in the owner’s manual which
accompanies your motor home. Any damage which results to your
vehicle as a result of your failure to perform such duties, is not
covered.
Damage to appearance items such as fiberglass, metal, paint,
fabrics and trim, may occur during manufacturing or transporting.
Normally, any factory defect or damage is corrected at the factory. In
addition, dealers are obligated to inspect each vehicle upon delivery
to them and prior to delivery to you. You should also immediately
inspect appearance items and advise your selling dealer of any
discrepancies. Damage and normal deterioration due to use and
exposure is not covered by this warranty.
CHANGES IN DESIGN
Winnebago Industries, Inc. reserves the right to make changes in
design and changes or improvements upon its products without
imposing any obligation upon itself to install the same upon its
products theretofore manufactured.
NEW YORK:
If your motor home has been repaired three or more times for the
same nonconformity, defect, or condition, or if your motor home has
been out of service by reason of repair for twenty-one days, Section
198-a of the General Business Law of the State of New York
requires you to provide written notice by certified mail, return receipt
requested, to Winnebago Industries or its authorized dealer before
making any claim under that section of the law. If you do have
problems with your motor home, you should provide written notice to
Winnebago Industries at the following address:
Winnebago Industries, Inc.
P.O. Box 152
Forest City, Iowa 50436
Atten: Owner Relations
PART NO. 701677-K2-004 5-03
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NOTICE OF SECOND OWNER
ORIGINAL
OWNER
ADDRESS
NEW
OWNER
ADDRESS ZIP CODE
WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
CHASSIS IDENTIFICATION NEW OW NER SIGNATURE
IMPORTAN T: THIS NOTICE IS TO BE USED ONLY FOR RECORD KEEPING BY WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES
The completed form does not constitute an actual change of ownership
NAME
NAME
VEHICLE MILEAGE DATE
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
About this Manual ........................................ 0- 1
Spartan Chassis Operating Guide ................. 0- 1
Cummins Diesel Engine Manual .................. 0- 1
Owner’s InfoCase ......................................... 0- 2
Before Driving .............................................. 0- 2
Service and Assistance.................................. 0- 2
Warranty ....................................................... 0- 2
Drinking and Driving.................................... 0- 3
Reporting Safety Defects .............................. 0- 3
Vehicle Certification Label........................... 0- 4
Exterior Feature Identification...................... 0- 5
SECTION 1: SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
General Warnings ......................................... 1- 1
Driving .......................................................... 1- 2
Fuel and LP Gas............................................ 1- 2
LP Gas Leaks ................................................ 1- 3
LP Gas Alarm ............................................... 1- 3
Electrical ....................................................... 1- 4
Loading ......................................................... 1- 4
Maintenance.................................................. 1- 5
Formaldehyde Information ........................... 1- 5
Carbon Monoxide Warning .......................... 1- 5
Carbon Monoxide Alarm .............................. 1- 6
Emergency Exits ........................................... 1- 6
Fire Extinguisher........................................... 1- 7
Smoke Alarm ................................................ 1- 7
SECTION 2: DRIVING YOUR MOTOR
HOME
Before Entering Your Vehicle ...................... 2- 1
Before Driving Your Vehicle ....................... 2- 1
Fuel Selection ............................................... 2- 2
Starting and Stopping Engine ....................... 2- 2
Engine Block Heater..................................... 2- 3
Parking Brakes.............................................. 2- 3
Jacobs Extarder Engine Exhaust Braking
System....................................................... 2- 4
Hazard Warning Lights................................. 2- 5
Signal Lever/Headlight Hi/Lo Beam ............ 2- 5
Entrance Door Lock and Handle................... 2- 8
Power Door Lock.......................................... 2- 9
Keyless Remote Entry System...................... 2- 9
Electric Entrance Step................................. 2- 10
Stepwell Cover............................................ 2- 11
Luggage Compartment Doors..................... 2- 11
Power Electric Mirrors................................ 2- 12
Driver Seat .................................................. 2- 16
Seat Belts .................................................... 2- 17
Child Restraints........................................... 2- 18
Comfort Controls ........................................ 2- 21
Antenna Check Light .................................. 2- 22
Stereo Sound System .................................. 2- 22
CB Radio Wiring ........................................ 2- 23
Slideout Room Extension ........................... 2- 26
SECTION 3: IN CASE OF DRIVING
EMERGENCY
Hazard Warning Flasher ............................... 3- 1
Recovery Towing.......................................... 3- 1
Jump Starting ................................................ 3- 2
Connecting Jumper Cables ........................... 3- 2
Connecting A Battery Charger ..................... 3- 3
Engine Overhead........................................... 3- 3
SECTION 4: TRAVELING WITH YOUR
MOTOR HOME
Loading the Vehicle...................................... 4- 1
Front Axle Tire Alignment ........................... 4- 1
Weighing Your Loaded Vehicle ................... 4- 1
Maximum Occupancy................................... 4- 3
Roof Loading ................................................ 4- 3
Car or Trailer Towing ................................... 4- 3
Pre-Travel Check List................................... 4- 4
Travel Tips.................................................... 4- 5
Severe Weather Information ......................... 4- 6
Nighttime Driving......................................... 4- 7
Mountain Driving ......................................... 4- 7
Campsite Selection ....................................... 4- 7
Leveling ........................................................ 4- 7
Effects of Prolonged Occupancy .................. 4- 8
Humidity and Condensation ......................... 4- 8
SECTION 5: LP GAS SYSTEM
LP Gas Supply .............................................. 5- 1
Safe Use of the LP Gas System .................... 5- 1
How LP Gas Works ...................................... 5- 1
Selecting LP Fuel Types ............................... 5- 2
LP Tank System............................................ 5- 2
Air in the LP Gas Tank ................................. 5- 3
Regulator....................................................... 5- 4
LP Gas Leaks ................................................ 5- 4
Winter Use of LP Gas................................... 5- 5
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 6: ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
110-Volt AC System..................................... 6- 1
External Power Cord (Shoreline).................. 6- 1
Powerline Energy Management System
(EMS)......................................................... 6- 3
Power Converter System .............................. 6- 3
Inverter/Charger and Circuit Breaker
Locations................................................... 6- 4
110-Volt Circuit Breakers............................. 6- 5
Thermal Overload Protector ......................... 6- 5
110-Volt Receptacles .................................... 6- 6
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter................... 6- 6
Auxiliary 110-Volt Generator....................... 6- 6
Operation Warnings and Cautions................ 6- 8
12-Volt DC System..................................... 6- 10
Solar Charger Panel .................................... 6- 10
Battery Information..................................... 6- 11
House Batteries ........................................... 6- 11
Battery Storage and Maintenance ............... 6- 12
Trailer Wiring Connector............................ 6- 13
SECTION 7: PLUMBING SYSTEMS
Fresh Water System ...................................... 7- 1
Water Pump .................................................. 7- 2
Accumulator Tank ........................................ 7- 3
Disinfecting of Fresh Water System ............. 7- 4
External Water Supply.................................. 7- 4
Water Purifier (Filter) System ...................... 7- 5
Shower Hose Vacuum Breaker..................... 7- 6
Exterior Shower ............................................ 7- 6
Waste Water System (Holding Tanks) ......... 7- 6
Dumping Holding Tanks .............................. 7- 7
Using On-Site Sewer Hook-Ups................... 7- 8
Utility Light .................................................. 7- 8
Tank Monitor Panel ...................................... 7- 8
Water Drain Valves ...................................... 7- 8
Tank Capacities............................................. 7- 9
SECTION 8: APPLIANCES AND
INTERIOR FEATURES
Refrigerator................................................... 8- 1
Microwave/Convection Oven ....................... 8- 7
Range Hood .................................................. 8- 7
OnePlace Systems Monitor Panel................. 8- 7
Dishwasher.................................................... 8- 9
Washer-Dryer.............................................. 8- 10
Hydronic Heating System........................... 8- 10
Gas/Electric Water Heater .......................... 8- 12
Electronic Thermostat................................. 8- 13
TV Antenna................................................. 8- 17
Antenna Signal Amplifier........................... 8- 17
Digital Satellite Television System............. 8- 18
Video Selector System................................ 8- 18
Exterior Entertainment Center .................... 8- 20
Cable TV and Phone Hook-Ups ................. 8- 21
Central Vacuum Cleaner............................. 8- 21
Bedroom Radio ........................................... 8- 22
Table and Chairs ......................................... 8- 23
Dinette Chairs ............................................. 8- 23
Sleeping Facilities....................................... 8- 24
Sleep Number Bed ...................................... 8- 24
Rest Easy Multi-Position Lounge............... 8- 26
Banquette Sofa............................................ 8- 28
Fresh Water Toilet ...................................... 8- 29
Power Roof Vent ........................................ 8- 29
Slider Windows........................................... 8- 30
SECTION 9: CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Roof .............................................................. 9- 1
Underbody .................................................... 9- 1
Exterior ......................................................... 9- 1
Care of Stripes and Decals............................ 9- 2
Upholstery, Carpeting and Draperies............ 9- 2
Vinyl Wallboard ........................................... 9- 5
Range and Refrigerator................................. 9- 6
Bathroom ...................................................... 9- 6
Doors and Windows...................................... 9- 6
Vehicle Maintenance .................................... 9- 6
Rear Engine Grille ........................................ 9- 6
Engine Cooling System ................................ 9- 8
Tires .............................................................. 9- 8
Suspension Alignment and Tire Balance...... 9- 9
Loading the Vehicle...................................... 9- 9
Windshield Washers and Wipers .................. 9- 9
Lights ............................................................ 9- 9
Automotive 12-Volt Fuses and
Circuit Breakers ..................................... 9- 10
SECTION 10: STORING YOUR MOTOR
HOME
Preparing Vehicle for Storage..................... 10- 1
Cold Weather Storage Procedure
(Winterizing).......................................... 10- 1
RV Antifreeze Water Line Winterization
Systems .................................................. 10- 4
Removal from Storage ................................ 10- 6
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on the purchase of your new
Ultimate Freedom motor home, which has been
carefully designed, engineered and quality built
by Winnebago Industries, Inc.
ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Please read this operator’s manual completely to understand how everything in your coach
works before taking it on its “maiden voyage.”
This manual is a guide to safe operation of the
features, equipment and controls in this coach.
Some equipment, such as the vehicle chassis and
certain electronic systems or appliances, have
their own comprehensive, manufacturer supplied
manuals or information sheets which describe
operation of these products in great detail. This
manual will refer you to the manufacturer’s information included in your Owner I
whenever necessary.
SUBJECT ICONS - To make it easy for you
to find information you’re looking for, we have
placed convenient, pictorial symbols called
“icons” beside many of the subject headings in
this manual. The icons correspond to the subject
matter of the section. These icons were designed
similar to the familiar international symbols
which identify public facilities such as restrooms
and handicap access. There are several examples
of icons on this page.
PAGE ICONS - The icons at the upper corners of each page correspond to the primary content of each main section of the manual, such as
LP Gas, Electrical, Plumbing, etc. This means
you can flip through the manual either forward or
backward and know exactly which main section
you are looking for just by watching the icons at
the top of the page. This means less paging back
and forth.
We also urge you to read the complete
Chassis Operating Guide provided by the
chassis maker and all other operating information provided by our equipment suppliers
and manufacturers. This is contained in your
Owner I
NFOCASE.
NFOCASE
This manual should be kept in the vehicle at
all times for personal reference. The operator’s
manual, I
are to be considered permanent components of
this vehicle. They should remain in the vehicle
when sold to provide the next owner with important safety, operating and maintenance information.
NOTE: The descriptions, illustrations, and spec-
NFOCASE and chassis operating guide
ifications in this manual were correct at
the time of printing. We reserve the right
to change specifications or design without notice, and without incurring obligation to install the same on products
previously manufactured.
SPARTAN CHASSIS OPERATING
GUIDE
Throughout this manual, frequent reference
is made to the vehicle chassis operating guide.
The chassis guide is the operator’s manual provided by Spartan, the manufacturer of the chassis
on which this motor home is built. Consult the
chassis guide for operating safety and maintenance instructions pertaining to the chassis section of the motor home.
CUMMINS DIESEL ENGINE
MANUAL
The diesel engine in your coach is built by the
respected Cummins engine company. Consult
the Cummins Operation and Maintenance
Manual for information on all engine related
topics such as engine maintenance, fluid level
checks, capacities, and service parts, etc.
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INTRODUCTION
OWNER’S INFOCASE
Your InfoCase contains information supplied
by manufacturers of individual appliances and
equipment installed in your motor home.
Consult this information regarding the operation and care of appliances, accessories and special equipment.
OPTIONS AND EQUIPMENT
Some equipment described in this manual
may not apply to your coach.
BEFORE DRIVING
Before sitting in the driver’s seat, always
check around your vehicle to be sure you have
proper clearance for maneuvering. If necessary,
have a passenger help guide you out of a difficult
parking space.
Although your coach features automotive
conveniences like power steering and power
brakes, driving a motor home is different from
driving a car. A motor home is larger and heavier
than an automobile, so it requires more stopping
and passing distance, and more parking and maneuvering space than a car does.
signs. Know the height of your coach so you can
observe posted clearance limits. Also, remember
that some bridges, old ones in particular, may not
support the weight of your motor home. Know
the weight of your unit and observe any posted
weight limits.
Remember: Always use your seat belt and be
sure your passengers do so as well. We also advise making frequent rest stops while traveling to
relieve stress on yourself, your passengers and
your vehicle.
SERVICE AND
ASSISTANCE
Your Ultimate Freedom dealer will be glad to
provide any additional information you need, as
well as answer any questions you might have
about operating the equipment in your motor
home. When it comes to service, remember that
your dealer knows your vehicle best and is interested in your satisfaction. Your dealer will provide quality maintenance and any other
assistance that you may require during your ownership of this vehicle.
If you need warranty repairs while traveling,
you may take your motor home to any Winnebago or Itasca dealership and they will assist you.
Always be aware of the size of your motor
home. The added height of rooftop accessories or
luggage boxes may cause clearance problems
around some tunnels, canopies and hanging
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WARRANTY
Your new Ultimate Freedom is covered by a
factory warranty against defects in material and
workmanship. This warranty should be validated
immediately and returned to the factory by your
dealer. For additional information, see your
“New Vehicle Limited Warranty” included with
this vehicle.
DRINKING AND DRIVING
Winnebago Industries supports the recommendations of the Presidential Commission on
Drunk Driving.
· Exercise your good judgment and encourage
others to do the same.
· Know the legal limits and do not exceed
them.
· Also know your personal limits, which may
be lower than the legal limits.
· Should you ever exceed your limits, find
alternative transportation; call a cab, ask a
friend to drive you home or call a family
member to come and get you.
The presence of alcohol in significant levels
in the blood increases the probability that the
driver will be involved in an accident.
INTRODUCTION
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect
which 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 Winnebago
Industries, Inc.
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 Winnebago Industries.
To contact NHTSA, you may either call the
Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393
(or 366-0123 in Washington, D.C. area) or write
to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation,
Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain
other information about motor vehicle safety
from the Hotline.
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VEHICLE CERTIFICATION LABEL
This label contains vehicle identification and
other important reference information. The vehicle certification label is located on the sidewall to
the left of the steering wheel. Never remove or
destroy this label.
MANUFACTURED BY
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GAWR:
FRT______ LB______ KG________________ ________________ ______ PSI______ KPA SINGLE
RR. _______ LB______ KG________________ ________________ ______ PSI______ KPA______
THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY
STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE.
SERIAL NO. _________________________ VIN______________________________
TYPE ____________________ MODEL ____________________ COLOR__________
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SUITABLE TIRE AND RIM CHOICE COLD INFLATION
EXPLANATION OF DATA
1. Chassis manufacturer.
2. Chassis manufacture date.
3. Month and year of manufacture at Win-
nebago Industries.
4. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: Total permis-
sible weight of the vehicle, including driver,
passengers, total cargo carried (including all
liquids) and equipped with all options.
5. Gross Axle Weight Rating: Total permissi-
ble weight allowed for the front and rear
axles (listed in pounds and kilograms).
6. Suitable Tire Choice: Tires recommended to
meet handling and safety requirements.
When replacing any of the tires on your
vehicle, always replace with a tire that meets
these specifications.
7. Suitable Rim Choice: Wheel rims recom-
mended to meet handling and safety require-
ments. When replacing any of the rims on
INCOMPLETE VEHICLE MANUFACTURED
BY MOTOR CORP.
MONTH AND YEAR OF MANUFACTURE:________
GVWR_______LB _________KG
TIRE RIM PRESSURE
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9. Rear Axle Wheel Configuration: Single or
Dual.
10. Serial Number: This is the serial number
assigned to the completed vehicle by Winnebago Industries.
11. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): This
number identifies the chassis on which the
motor home is built. The 10th digit of the
VIN designates the chassis model year.
(3=2003, 4=2004) This information is useful
when ordering chassis repair parts.
12. Type: States the NHTSA designated usage
classification for your motor home. MPV
signifies a Multi-purpose Passenger Vehicle.
13. Model: Lists the Winnebago product model
number of your vehicle.
14. Color: Signifies the color code number of the
decor used throughout the vehicle. This
number is necessary for ordering replacement cushions, curtains, carpet, etc.
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your vehicle, always replace with a rim that
meets these specifications.
8. Cold Inflation Pressure: Inflation pressures
recommended (while Cold) for the tires originally equipped on your vehicle. These pressure levels must be maintained to assure
proper handling, safety and fuel economy.
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EXTERIOR FEATURE IDENTIFICATION
Composite model shown for illustration purposes only.
Actual locations of features depends on coach model and options.
NOTE: Some equipment shown may be optional.
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SECTION 1
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
About Safety Messages Used in This Manual
Throughout this manual, certain items are labeled Note, Caution, Warning or Danger. These
terms alert you to precautions that may involved
damage to your vehicle or a risk to your personal
safety. Read and follow them carefully.
This SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL is
used to draw your attention to issues
which could involved potential personal
injury. This symbol is used throughout
this manual and/or on labels affixed on
or near various equipment in this motor
home.
DANGER
DANGER indicates a directly hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious personal
injury.
The following pages provide safety precautions that must be adhered to. These precautions
as well as others that involve possible injury or
damage to equipment are also displayed in the
appropriate areas in this manual.
GENERAL WARNINGS
· Only seats equipped with seat belts are to be
occupied while the vehicle is moving.
· All seats which can be positioned, such as
swiveling, sliding, reclining, or footrest out,
must be placed in a fully upright and swivellocked position with footrests retracted while
the vehicle is moving. Some swivel lounge
chairs are designed to lock in a forward
facing position, while others lock in an aisle
facing position. Be certain these seats are
secure from swiveling before traveling.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious personal injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in damage
mainly to equipment or property, but
in some cases may also result in
minor or moderate personal injury.
NOTE: A ‘Note’ is not necessarily safety related
but indicates a recommendation or special point
of information that could assist in understanding
the use or care of a feature item.
· Make sure all passengers have seat belts fas-
tened in a low and snug position so the force
exerted by the belt in a collision will be
spread across the strong hip area. Pregnant
women should wear a lap-shoulder belt
whenever possible, with the lap belt portion
worn low and snug throughout the pregnancy.
· Before driving, secure dinette chairs with re-
tainer strap provided as shown in Section 8.
· Never let passengers stand or kneel on seats
while the vehicle is moving.
· Sleeping facilities are not to be utilized while
vehicle is moving.
· Examine the escape window and be familiar
with its operation, but do not use except in an
emergency.
• Inspect the fire extinguisher monthly for
proper charge and operating condition. This
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should also be done before beginning a vacation or any extended trip.
DRIVING
· Do not attempt to adjust the driver’s seat
while the vehicle is moving.
· Do not adjust tilt steering in a moving vehicle.
· Do not operate the cruise control on icy or
extremely wet roads, winding roads, in heavy
traffic, or in any other traffic situation where
a constant speed cannot be maintained.
· Use care when accelerating or decelerating
on a slippery surface. Abrupt speed changes
can cause skidding and loss of control.
· Driving through water deep enough to wet
the brakes may affect stopping distance or
cause the vehicle to pull to one side. Check
brake operation in a safe area to be sure they
have not been affected. Never operate any
vehicle if a difference in braking efficiency is
noticeable.
· Adverse weather conditions and extremes in
terrain may affect handling and/or performance of your vehicle. Refer to your chassis
manual for related information.
· Avoid inhaling exhaust gases produced by
burned gasoline, diesel fuel or LP gas in
items such as the range, chassis engine, generator engine, refrigerator, furnace and water
heater. They contain carbon monoxide,
which is an odorless, colorless and poisonous
gas.
· Do not bring or store LP gas containers, gasoline or other flammable liquids inside the
vehicle because a fire or explosion may result. LP gas containers are equipped with
safety valves which relieve excessive pressure by discharging gas to the atmosphere.
· Do not alter the LP gas system at any time or
in any way.
· Do not fill LP gas container(s) above 80 percent of capacity. Overfilling the LP gas container can result in uncontrolled gas flow
which can cause fire or explosion. A properly
filled container will contain approximately
80 percent of its volume as liquid LP gas.
· Never use an open flame to test for LP gas
leaks. Replace all protective covers and caps
on LP system after filling. Make sure valve is
closed and door latched securely.
· Never connect natural gas to the LP gas system.
· When lighting range burners do not turn
burner controls to “On” and allow gas to escape before lighting match.
FUEL & LP GAS
· All pilot lights must be extinguished and appliances turned off while refilling the fuel
tank or LP tank.
· Never smoke while refilling vehicle fuel tank
or LP gas tank.
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· Portable fuel-burning equipment, including
wood and charcoal grills and stoves, shall not
be used inside the recreational vehicle. The
use of this equipment inside the recreational
vehicle may cause fires or asphyxiation.
· LP gas regulators must always be installed
with the diaphragm vent facing downward.
Regulators are equipped with a protective
cover. Make sure that the regulator vent faces
downward and that the cover is kept in place
to minimize vent blockage which could result
in excessive gas pressure causing fire or explosion.
· The following warning label is located in the
cooking area to remind you to provide an adequate supply of fresh air for combustion.
WARNING
IT IS NOT SAFE TO USE
COOKING APPLIANCES
FOR COMFORT HEATING
Cooking appliances need fresh air for safe
operation. Before operation
1. Open overhead vent or turn on exhaust fan.
2. Open window
FAILURE TO COMPLY COULD RESULT IN
DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
Unlike large homes, the oxygen supply inside
a recreational vehicle is limited due to its
size. To avoid danger of axphyxiation, provide proper ventilation when using the gas
rangetop or gas oven. It is especially important that the gas oven and range top not be
used for comfort heating. Danger of asphyxiation is greater when these appliances are
used for long periods of time.
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LP GAS ALARM
Your coach is equipped with an LP gas detector which sounds an alarm if an unsafe amount of
LP gas is present inside the coach. Because LP
gas is heavier than air, the detector is located on
a cabinet face near the floor of the coach.
A green light on the face of the alarm shows
when the unit is active. The red button is used to
reset the alarm.
LP GAS LEAKS
The following label is located in the vehicle
near the range area. If you smell gas within the
vehicle, quickly and carefully perform the procedures listed.
DANGER
IF YOU SMELL GAS
1. EXTINGUISH ANY OPEN FLAME, PILOT LIGHTS AND
ALL SMOKING MATERIALS.
2. DO NOT TOUCH ELECTRICAL SWITCHES.
3. SHUT OFF THE GAS SUPPLY AT THE TANK VALVE(S)
OR GAS SUPPLY CONNECTIONS.
4. OPEN DOORS AND OTHER VENTILATING OPENINGS.
5. LEAVE THE AREA UNTIL ODOR CLEARS.
6. HAVE THE GAS SYSTEM CHECKED AND LEAKAGE
SOURCE CORRECTED BEFORE USING AGAIN.
FAILURE TO COMPLY COULD RESULT IN
EXPLOSION RESULTING IN DEATH OR
SERIOUS INJURY.
Press to stop alarm
Green
(Active)
Red
(Alarm)
Amber
(Low Batt.)
If The Alarm Sounds
If the alarm sounds, do not touch any electrical switches. Immediately turn off the main LP
tank valve and all LP appliances, open all windows and roof vents, and leave the coach until
the alarm stops sounding.
If the alarm keeps sounding at regular intervals, a leak may be present. Contact your dealer
or an LP gas service center to have the problem
corrected before using the LP system again.
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If the coach batteries become extremely
drained, an amber light on the face of the alarm
will come on and in some cases the LP alarm may
begin to sound on its own. This condition typically occurs only during storage periods when the
house battery will not be charged regularly by the
engine or shoreline. To avoid battery discharge
we recommend turning the Aux Batt switch off
during storage periods and after periodic or
weekend usage.
WARNING
ELECTRICAL
· Careless handling of electrical components
can be fatal. Never touch or use electrical
components or appliances while feet are bare,
while hands are wet, or while standing in
water or on wet ground.
· Improper grounding of the vehicle can cause
personal injury. Do not plug the utility power
cord into an outlet which is not grounded and
do not adapt the plug to connect to a receptacle for which it is not designed.
Never use an open flame to test for
gas leaks. When testing for gas line
leaks with a soapy water solution, DO
NOT use a detergent containing
ammonia or chlorine. These substances may generate a chemical
reaction causing corrosion to gas
lines, resulting in dangerous leak conditions.
Power Connection
The gas alarm is powered by the coach batteries. If the battery cable is disconnected from the
batteries, auxiliary battery switch is shut off, or
the circuit breaker is tripped, the alarm will not
work. The LP gas alarm breaker is located on the
coach breaker fuse panel shown in Section 6.
Because the LP gas alarm is connected directly to the auxiliary battery, it is always drawing a
small amount of current. Even though this current
draw is slight, it could drain the coach battery. If
this happens, connect the shoreline to 110-volt
supply to recharge the house batteries.
Further Information
See the manufacturer’s information entitled
“Your LP Gas Detector” in the Owners InfoCase
for further instructions on nuisance alarms and
care and testing of the LP gas detector.
· Do not attach an extension cord to the utility
power cord.
· Be sure that all electrical appliances to be
used contain 3-prong plugs for proper
grounding.
· Avoid overloading electrical circuits. Replace fuses or circuit breakers with those of
the same size and amperage rating only.
Never use a higher rated fuse or breaker.
· Use caution when handling or working near
electrical storage batteries. Always remove
jewelry and wear protective clothing and eye
covering. Avoid creating sparks.
LOADING
· Store or secure all loose items inside the
motor home before traveling. Possible overlooked items such as canned goods or small
appliances on the countertop, cooking pans
on the range, or free-standing furniture items
can become dangerous projectiles during a
sudden stop or evasive maneuver.
· Be aware of GVWR, GAWR and individual
load limit on each tire or set of duals. (See
“Loading the Vehicle” in Section 4.)
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· Never load the motor home in excess of the
gross vehicle weight rating or the gross axle
weight rating for either axle.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
NOTE: Your motor home’s load capacity is
designated by weight, not by volume, so
you cannot necessarily use all available
space when loading your motor home.
MAINTENANCE
· Do not remove the radiator cap while engine
and radiator are still hot. Always check coolant level visually at the see-through coolant
reservoir.
· Never get beneath a vehicle that is held up by
a jack.
· Do not mix different construction types of
tires on the vehicle such as radial, bias or belted tires, as vehicle handling may be affected.
Replace tires with exact size, type and load
range.
· Do not attempt to start the vehicle by hot wiring.
FORMALDEHYDE INFORMATION
IMPORTANT
To aid in dissipation, ventilate the vehicle by
opening all windows and circulating the air with
a fan.
CARBON MONOXIDE
WARNING
WARNING
Avoid inhaling exhaust gases, as they
contain carbon monoxide, which is a
colorless, odorless and poisonous gas.
If you suspect that exhaust fumes are entering
the passenger compartment, have the cause determined and corrected as soon as possible. If you
must drive under these conditions, drive only
with ALL WINDOWS FULLY OPENED.
The best protection against carbon monoxide
entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust and ventilation system. It is
recommended that the exhaust system and body
be inspected by a qualified motor home service
center.
WARNING
Some components in this vehicle contain formaldehyde based adhesives
which may release formaldehyde
fumes into the air for an unknown
period of time until total dissipation
occurs. Individuals who are allergic
to formaldehyde gas fumes may
experience irritation to eyes, ears,
nose and throat. Reaction in infants
may be more severe. Although long
range effects are not well understood,
testing to date has not revealed any
serious health effects in humans at the
level of emission from these
products.
· Each time the vehicle is raised for an oil
change.
· Whenever a change in the sound of the ex-
haust system is noticed.
· Whenever the exhaust system, underbody or
rear of the vehicle is damaged.
To allow proper operation of the vehicle’s
ventilation system, keep front ventilation inlet
grill clear of snow, leaves or other obstructions at
all times. DO NOT OCCUPY A PARKED VEHICLE WITH ENGINE RUNNING FOR AN
EXTENDED PERIOD.
Do not run engine in confined areas, such as a
garage, except to move vehicle in or out of area.
When vehicle is stopped in an UNCONFINED
area with the engine running for any more than a
short period, adjust heating or cooling system to
force outside air into the vehicle as follows:
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1. Set fan to medium or high speed and vent
control to air.
2. On vehicles equipped with air conditioning,
set fan to medium or high speed and set control to obtain maximum vent air.
Rear windows should be closed while driving
to avoid drawing dangerous exhaust gases into
the vehicle.
CARBON MONOXIDE
ALARM
Your coach is equipped with a carbon monoxide (CO) alarm, located on the ceiling in the bedroom area.
Red Light
(Press to Test Alarm)
Yellow Light
(Warning)
· Battery operation provides protection 100%
of the time. Low battery signal alerts consumer of need to replace battery.
· 85 decibel alarm assures waking during
sleeping hours.
Monthly Testing
Press the TEST button on the face of the alarm
periodically (at least monthly) to check the function of the alarm and condition of the battery. If
the alarm begins to beep every few seconds, the
battery may be weak and need replacement.
(Press the TEST button to be sure before replacing the battery. If the alarm sounds, the battery
may still be okay. If the alarm still beeps every
few seconds, check the smoke detector also. The
“low battery” warning beep is similar on many
alarm devices, so the origin of this electronic
sound can be deceiving.)
Further Information
Please read the information provided by the
manufacturer, which is included in your Owner’s
InfoCase. It includes information on precautions,
operational testing, and battery/sensor replacement.
The CO alarm is powered by a 9-volt battery
and contains a sensor that is designed to detect
toxic carbon monoxide gas fumes resulting from
incomplete combustion of fuel. It will detect CO
gas from any combustion source such as the furnace, gas range/oven, water heater, refrigerator,
chassis engine, and electric generator engine.
· Patented biomimetic sensor mimics the
human response to Carbon Monoxide.
· Test/Reset provides for one time alarm
silence and multiple warning silence. Also
tests alarm circuitry, microprocessor, battery
and horn.
· Red light flashes once every thirty seconds in
normal operation.
· Continuous yellow light with a beep every
three seconds indicates an unhealthy CO
level.
· Continuous red light and pulsating alarm sig-
nal a dangerous CO condition.
EMERGENCY EXITS
Emergency Exit Windows
Your motor home is equipped with an emergency exit window on the left (driver’s) side of
the bedroom which functions as an escape exit in
an emergency situation.
WARNING
Use emergency window for emergency exit only. Do not test for proper
operation.
Use care when exiting emergency
window, as broken glass may be
present in the exit area.
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The side mounted escape window is secured
by two safety latches and can be opened by first
releasing these two latches and then pushing outward on the lower part of the window. Identify
which type of emergency exit window is in your
vehicle.
Lift Both Handles Up
Push Out on Bottom of Window
Instructions for removal are also located on a
label on the glass for quick reference and for passengers who may not be familiar with the exit.
Never remove or destroy this label.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
We recommend that you become thoroughly
familiar with the operating instructions displayed
on the side of the fire extinguisher or in the information supplied in your Owner’s InfoCase.
We also recommend that you inspect the fire
extinguisher for proper charge at least once a
month in accordance with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommendations as
stated on the label. If the charge is insufficient,
the fire extinguisher must be replaced.
Using Slider Windows as Emergency Exits
Slider windows along the side of the motor
home can also be used as emergency exits,
should the need arise. To use the windows as
exits, slide the window open, then slide the
screen open.
SAFETY DEVICES
FIRE EXTINGUISHER
A dry chemical fire extinguisher is located
near the floor behind the passenger seat.
WARNING
Do not test the fire extinguisher by
discharging it. Partial discharge can
cause leakage of pressure or contents
which would render the unit inoperative when needed. When using the
fire extinguisher, aim the spray at the
base of the fire.
SMOKE ALARM
Your motor home is equipped with a smoke
alarm located on the ceiling in the galley and
lounge area. This alarm meets U.L. Standard 217
and NFPA Standard 74 for operation of smoke
detection devices.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. The smoke alarm should be tested for correct
operation each time the vehicle is brought
out of storage, before each trip, and at least
once a week during motor home use. To test
the electronics, firmly depress the button. To
test that smoke reaches the sensor, blow
smoke in a careful, fire-safe manner into
your smoke alarm.
See your Owner’s InfoCase for further infor-
mation.
Press to Test
2. Your smoke alarm will not work without
power. Never remove the battery to quiet the
alarm. When your smoke alarm “beeps”
about once a minute the battery is weak.
Install a new battery immediately. Be sure to
use only batteries specified in manual or on
unit. Test unit after installing a new battery.
3. Clean and vacuum the openings on your
smoke alarm once a month.Do not open the
smoke alarm or try to repair it. For replacement information see warranty in Owner’s
Manual.
4. Smoke alarms have technical limitations and
may not respond in all situations. FIRE PREVENTION is your best safeguard.
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DRIVING YOUR MOTORHOME
(See also Safety Precautions, Section 1 of this
manual.)
SECTION 2
WARNING
NOTE: See your Spartan chassis operator's
manual for information on starting the
engine, operating the transmission,
steering column controls descriptions of
instrument gauges and other chassis related information.
Some items described in this section may
be optional or unavailable on your
coach.
BEFORE ENTERING YOUR
VEHICLE
Before entering your vehicle, there are a few
recommended procedures that will aid in your
driving safety and equipment.
1. Be sure that the windows, mirrors and light
lenses are clean and unobstructed.
2. Make sure all exterior lights operate prop-
erly.
3. Check tires for proper cold inflation pres-
sures and inspect for any unusual wear.
4. Check wheel lug nuts for tightness.
5. Look beneath the vehicle for noticeable fluid
leakage.
6. Check fluid levels and fill if necessary. This
includes engine oil, transmission fluid, coolant, brake fluid, power steering fluid and
windshield washer solvent.
The engine should be shut off unless
specifically required for a certain procedure.
The transmission must be in N (Neutral) and park brake applied while
performing any checks or adjustments.
7. Unhook and store sewer and water supply
hoses.
8. Retract step.
9. Be sure that all of your cargo is secured
before traveling. Be aware of loose items on
tables or countertops, or free-standing furniture items that could become dangerous projectiles during a sudden stop or evasive
maneuver.
10. Check around your vehicle in all directions
to assure that you have proper clearance.
11. Lower TV antenna and satellite dish.
12. Disconnect and store shoreline.
WARNING
Before driving your vehicle, be sure
you have read the entire operator’s
manual and that you understand your
vehicle’s equipment completely and
how to use the equipment safely.
BEFORE DRIVING YOUR
VEHICLE
Before preparing to drive your vehicle, here
are a few recommended procedures that will add
to your driving safety and enjoyment.
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DRIVING YOUR MOTOR HOME
1. Be sure that you adjust the interior and exterior rear view mirrors to your driving preference.
2. Adjust the driver's seat for proper distance
from foot pedals and steering wheel to allow
for safety and ease in controlling your vehicle.
3. Place front seats in the forward facing position.
4. Be sure to fasten all safety belts to fit you
comfortably, but tight enough to obtain the
full safety of the belts.
5. Make sure all doors are completely shut and
locked. When the doors are shut and locked,
there is less chance of the doors flying open
in event of an accident. It also prevents unintentional opening of doors and keeps intruders out of your vehicle.
6. Check to see that all gauges are operating
properly.
7. Check the fuel level in the vehicle.
8. Be certain that the fire extinguisher is fully
charged and secure in its mounting bracket.
CAUTION
Be sure hood and all compartment
doors are latched securely before
driving vehicle.
“KEY ONE” LOCK SYSTEM
(See also Power Door Lock, pg. 2-8)
Your coach is equipped with the new Key
TM
One
door lock in the entire motor home (except the security deadbolt lock on the entrance door). This
means you don’t have to sort through a handful of
keys to find the right one for the water fill door or
the luggage doors or the entrance door or the
driver’s door.
our factory database, so if you ever lose your
keys, any Winnebago Industries dealership can
easily order a new key for you. They are also
equipped with special master keys and can unlock your coach for you if needed.
lock system. A single key will open every
The key number for your coach is registered in
FUEL SELECTION
Refer to your Spartan chassis operating guide
for the manufacturer's recommendations on proper fuel selection.
Winter Fuel Waxing and Anti-Gel Additives
In sub-freezing temperatures, #2 diesel fuel
can form small wax crystals that become trapped
in the fuel filter and block the fuel flow to the
engine, causing it to stall out. At sub-zero temperatures, the fuel can congeal and turn
“slushy”. If this happens, the only remedy is to
have the vehicle towed into a heated facility to
allow the fuel to warm up and become fully
liquid again.
During winter time, most truck stops and
reputable filling stations have winter blend
diesel fuels available that are less susceptible to
waxing.
There are also commercially available products, typically called anti-gel additives, to add to
diesel fuel while filling the tank to inhibit wax
formation in freezing temperatures.
Consult your Spartan chassis guide or Cummins engine guide for more information on fuel
requirements and additives.
FILLING THE FUEL TANK
Diesel fuel, especially #2 grade, can foam up
while being pumped into the tank. Sometimes
this foam can cause the pump nozzle to shut off
before the tank is actually full. Allow the foam to
settle then resume filling at a slower flow rate
until the tank is full.
Diesel Fuel Tank Capacity .........100 gal. diesel
(single tank w/dual fills)
STARTING AND
STOPPING ENGINE
Refer to your Spartan chassis operating guide
for the manufacturer's recommendations on starting and stopping the engine.
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See also “Engine Block Heater” elsewhere in
this section.
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DRIVING YOUR MOTOR HOME
Idling Diesel Engine
CAUTION
The Cummins diesel engine must be
set to 1000 rpm fast idle mode if
idling for more than 10 minutes or the
engine will be severely damaged.
To Increase Idle Speed: While idling, press the
Cruise Control ON button, then press the SET
button momentarily. This will automatically set
the engine idle speed to 1000 rpm. The engine
idle speed can be increased (or ‘ramped up’) by
holding the SET button and releasing at the
desired rpm speed - anywhere from 1000 rpm to
a maximum of 1700 rpm.
To Decrease Idle Speed: Press the Cruise Control RES button momentarily to ‘bump down’
rpm’s in preset increments, or press and hold to
‘ramp down’ to 1000 rpm..
To Cancel High Idle: Press the Brake pedal to
return to normal engine idle speed - especially
before shifting the transmission when you are
ready to drive off. You can also do this by pressing the cruise control On/Off or Cancel buttons.
Cold Weather Starting: Please note the following cold weather starting precautions. These
labels are also located in appropriate areas of the
coach. Failure to follow these precautions could
cause serious damage to your diesel engine.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
Your coach is equipped with an engine coolant heater to assist starting in freezing temperatures. The power cord is located in the rear cargo
compartment on the driver side of the coach.
When plugged into the receptacle, the heater is
connected to both the shoreline and the auxiliary
generator, so a separate extension cord is not
needed. The power switch is a standard household light switch located above the OnePlace
panel.
Diesel Engine Heater Switch
REMEMBER! Turn the engine heater switch off
after starting the engine. The heater will keep
operating for as long as it is supplied with electricity. If the switch is left on, the engine heater
will come on each time you hook up the shoreline
cord or start the generator.
PARKING BRAKES
The parking brakes are applied by pulling outward on the large yellow knob on the dash to the
left of the steering column. Push the knob in to
release the brakes.
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DRIVING YOUR MOTOR HOME
Parking Brake Knob
Use the parking brakes whenever the vehicle
is parked. Never try to drive the vehicle with the
park brake applied. This can cause excessive
wear on the brakes and may damage the transmission.
NOTE: It is normal to hear an occasional burst
of air pressure from the rear of the vehicle. This is an automatic moisture purging feature of the air brake system. See
the Brakes section of your Spartan chassis manual for instructions on periodic
draining of brake air tank.
JACOBS® ENGINE BRAKING
SYSTEM
(Jake Brake)
Many large diesel trucks are equipped with
compression release engine braking systems also
known as “Jake Brakes”.
They are called Jake Brakes because the original maker of this type of braking system was Jacobs Vehicle Systems, the brand which is
equipped on the engine of your coach.
The Jacobs Engine Brake is a hydraulically
operated device mounted on the top of the diesel
engine that changes the timing of the exhaust
valves and increases engine vacuum.
The idea behind a Jake Brake is to use engine
vacuum to provide braking power. If you’ve ever
driven a stick shift car and downshifted to pro-
vide braking, you were using engine vacuum to
slow the car down.
The exhaust retarding action of the Jake Brake
takes this a step further. It actually turns the power-producing engine into a giant, power absorbing air compressor, which provides effective
braking power, especially on long downgrades.
Engine Brake Switch
To Use the Engine Brake: The engine brake
activation switch is located on the lower left side
of the dash. Press and release the ON side of the
switch to activate the engine brake system. The
engine brake will operate whenever you let up on
the throttle pedal while the switch is ON.
Press and release the OFF side of the switch to
deactivate the engine brake system and return to
chassis air brakes alone.
WARNING
Do not activate the engine exhaust
braking system while on icy or
extremely wet roads or in any other
situation where abrupt deceleration
could cause skidding or loss of vehicle control.
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HAZARD WARNING
LIGHTS
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DRIVING YOUR MOTOR HOME
The hazard warning flasher switch is located
on the underside of the steering column near the
signal/cruise lever. Pull the switch button outward from the column to activate the flashers. To
cancel flashers, push the switch button inward toward the column. See also Section 3 for further
operating information.
Hazard Light Switch
Pull On/Push Off
HEADLIGHT BEAM CHANGE
AND TURN SIGNALS
Move multi-function lever upward for right
turn signal and downward for left turn signal.
Pull end of handle toward you to switch high
beam to low, or low beam to high.
STEERING COLUMN TILT/TELESCOPE
The tilt/telescoping adjustment lever is locat-
ed on the left side of the steering column.
To Adjust Tilt Wheel: Pull the lever toward you
and tilt the steering wheel to the desired angle,
then release the lever.
SIGNAL LEVER/
HEADLIGHT HI/LO BEAM
The signal lever controls the turn signals,
high/low beam changing.
Turn Signals/Hi-Lo Beams
Pull to Tilt
Push to Telescope
To Ad j ust Te lesc o ping C olu m n: Push the lever
toward the dash. Push or pull the steering wheel
to slide the steering column in or out to the
desired length. Release the lever to lock the column into position.
WARNING
Do not adjust the steering column or
tilt wheel while the vehicle is in
motion. This could cause a loss of
vehicle control.
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DRIVING YOUR MOTOR HOME
SMARTWHEELTM STEERING WHEEL
CONTROL SYSTEM
TM
The Smart Wheel
Control System offers
convenient and safe control of the horn, headlight
and marker light flash, cruise control, and wiper
functions all from switch panels mounted at your
fingertips on the steering wheel.
HORN BAR
• Normally sound chassis horn.
• Also sounds air horns if Air Horn switch on
dash is activated.
HEADLIGHT COURTESY FLASH
• Press and release to blink or flash the head-
lights.
• Night: If the headlights are already turned
on, pressing the switch will blink them off
briefly.
• Day: If the headlights are off, pressing the
switch will flash them on briefly.
(Truckers often use this signal to indicate to a
passing rig when it is clear to pull back into the
lane ahead of them.)
(Truckers often use this signal as a greeting or
an expression of thanks for assistance in passing,
etc.)
CRUISE CONTROL FUNCTIONS:
ON/OFF (Cruise System On/Off)
• Press to turn cruise control system on or off.
• This will also erase previously set speed.
SET (Set Speed/Coast)
• Press to maintain current desired driving
speed. Will not work below 40 mph.
• This button will also perform “Coast” fea-
ture. Press and hold until vehicle slows to
desired speed and release to establish new
‘set’ speed.
RES (Resume/Accel)
• Press to return to previous ‘set’ speed after
braking or reducing speed.
Cruise Control
Pad
Horn Bar
Wiper Control
Pad
MARKER LIGHT COURTESY FLASH
• Press and release to blink or flash the marker
(clearance) lights.
• Night: If the marker lights are already turned
on, pressing the switch will blink them off
briefly.
• Day: If the marker lights are off, pressing the
switch will flash them on briefly.
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CANCEL
• Press to switch cruise function off without
losing current ‘set’ speed.
WARNING
Do not operate the cruise control on
icy or extremely wet roads, winding
roads, in heavy traffic, or in any other
traffic situation where a constant
speed cannot be maintained.
WIPER FUNCTIONS:
There are four wiper control buttons:
• ON/HI/LO
• DELAY
•WASH/WIPE
•OFF
WA S H/ W IP E
• Press switch to activate Lo wipers and spray
washer fluid onto the windshield for as long
as you hold the button.
• After you release the button, the wipers will
continue for three wipe cycles, then turn off.
• If wipers are already active, pressing the
switch will simply spray fluid onto the windshield without affecting wiper setting.
SECTION 2
DRIVING YOUR MOTOR HOME
WIPER DELAY
This switch will set a Lo speed wiper delay time
based on the duration between any two presses
of the button.
Here’s how it works:
• During a light rain or mist, when your windshield needs a clearing wipe, press the button
once and the wiper will swipe back and forth
once a Lo speed. Let’s say 7 seconds later,
the windshield needs another wipe - press
the button again and the delay time will be
set to 7 seconds.
• If the mist gets heavier and you press the
button again 3 seconds after the last wipe,
the delay time will be reset to 3 seconds.
• The delay time can be set from approximately 1 to 30 seconds.
WIPER OFF
• Press to shut wipers off.
• Wipers will also switch off whent he ignition
is turned off.
NOTE: Many states now have laws that require
headlights to be on during precipitation
conditions. To assure compliance with
this law, the headlights will come on
whenever you press any of the wiper
function buttons - Hi/Lo, Wash or Delay.
You can manually reset the headlights by
the cycling the headlight switch (on the
dash) on and off. The headlights will also
turn off when the ignition switch is
turned off.
WIPER ON/HI/LO
• Press to turn wipers on at Lo speed
• then press again to switch wiper speed back
and forth from Lo to Hi speed.
• Press Off button to switch wipers off.
IDLE SPEED CONTROL
The cruise control system can also be used to
increase or decrease engine idle speed (rpm)
while parked if desired. Press the ON/OFF button
to activate or deactivate the idle control circuit.
Press the Brake Pedal to cancel idle speed functions and return to normal idle.
SET BUTTON INCREASES IDLE RPM
FROM NORMAL IDLE SPEED:
• Press and release to increase engine speed
from normal idle to about 1000 rpm.
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SECTION 2
DRIVING YOUR MOTOR HOME
• Press and hold to ‘ramp up’ engine speed,
then release at desired rpm. Maximum idle
speed is about 1700 rpm.
• Press the On/Off or Cancel buttons or the
Brake Pedal to return the engine to normal
idle.
ENTRANCE DOOR LOCK
AND HANDLE
The entrance door may be opened from outside the vehicle by pulling the door handle outward. To open the door from inside, pull outward
on the door handle. When the door is locked, neither the inside nor the outside door handle can be
operated. It can be locked and unlocked from the
outside of the vehicle by inserting the key into the
lock and turning, or by using the keyless remote
entry system.
RES BUTTON DECREASES HIGH IDLE
RPM:
• Press momentarily to ‘bump down’ engine
rpm in preset increments until it settles back
to 1000 rpm.
• Press and hold to ‘ramp down’ engine speed
until it settles back to 1000 rpm.
• Press the On/Off or Cancel buttons or the
Brake Pedal to return the engine to normal
idle.
Pedal Adjustment
The accelerator and brake pedals may be adjusted forward or rearward for maximum comfort
and control using the button on the driver side
armrest panel.
To lock the door from inside, rotate the lock
levers as indicated. The deadbolt lock is for added security and should be used as a security night
lock.
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Door Latch
Handle
Screen Door
Latch
Entrance Door Handle - Inside
Lubricate the locks periodically with graphite
to maintain good working condition.
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