American Coach American Heritage 2016 User manual

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IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ: Product information, photography and illustrations included in this manual were as accurate as possible at the time of publication.
Materials, design, and specifications are subject to change without notice. American Coach has designed its recreational vehicles for a variety of customer uses.
Each vehicle features optimal seating, sleeping, storage, and fluid capacities. The user is responsible for selecting the proper combination of loads (i.e. occupants,
equipment, fluids, cargo, etc.) to ensure that the vehicle’s weight capacities are not exceeded.
Manufacturing brands of Allied Recreation Group, Inc. include: American Coach, Fleetwood RV, Holiday Rambler & Monaco
2016 Owner’s Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION............................................ 01-1
Inspect and Maintain...................................... 01-2
Planning and Preparation............................... 01-2
Owner’s Information Package ....................... 01-2
Chassis and Vehicle Identication ................ 01-3
Suspension Alignment and Tire Balance ...... 01-3
After-Market Steering Aid Devices............... 01-4
Warnings, Terms and Concepts for
Safe Operation of Your Motor Home........ 01-4
Event Data Recording Device
(If Equipped) .............................................. 01-6
Drivers License Requirements....................... 01-6
WARRANTY.................................................... 02-1
Coverage Provided......................................... 02-1
What is Not Covered by This Warranty........ 02-1
Limitations ..................................................... 02-2
Your Rights Under State Law ....................... 02-2
Dealer’s Obligations ...................................... 02-2
Owner’s Obligations ...................................... 02-2
Manufacturer’s Obligations ........................... 02-3
Dispute Resolution......................................... 02-3
Warranty Service ........................................... 02-3
Reporting Safety Defects............................... 02-5
AMERICAN COACH INFORMATION ...... 03-1
Heritage Information, Eagle, Tradition,
Allegiance and Revolution ....................... 03-1
Electrical Circuit Breaker Panels, Circuit
Fuse Panels and Battery Disconnect
Switch Locations........................................ 03-1
Heritage Driver’s Controls ............................ 03-1
Shifter Selector (Side-Pod) ........................ 03-1
Instrument Panel........................................ 03-2
Tradition & Allegiance Drivers Controls ...... 03-3
Instrument Panels ...................................... 03-3
Shifter Selector (Side-Pod) ........................ 03-4
Revolution Drivers Controls ......................... 03-5
Instrument Panels ...................................... 03-5
Shifter Selector (Side-Pod) ........................ 03-6
Eagle Drivers Controls .................................. 03-7
Instrument Panels ...................................... 03-7
Shifter Selector (Side-Pod) ........................ 03-8
Deep Snow and Mud Switch (If Equipped) .. 03-9
Pneumatic Door Lock .................................... 03-9
Living with Your Motor Home ..................... 03-9
Plumbing System and Holding Tanks ........... 03-9
Draining the Holding Tanks ...................... 03-9
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS ........................... 03-10
Battery Charging ..................................... 03-10
Automatic Generator Start (AGS) ........... 03-11
Trip / Navigation and House Monitoring
System ...................................................... 03-11
Reference Material .................................. 03-11
Navigation System.................................... 03-11
Cameras (If Equipped) ............................ 03-11
Video Select Switch (Heritage only)........ 03-11
ON THE ROAD ............................................... 04-1
Motor Home Loading .................................... 04-1
Responsibility for Proper Loading ............ 04-1
Some Denitions First ............................... 04-1
Towing a Vehicle or Trailer ...................... 04-2
Weight Distribution Hitches. ..................... 04-2
Dinghy Towing........................................... 04-5
Towed Vehicle Wiring................................ 04-5
Occupant and Cargo Carrying Capacity
and Load Distribution .......................... 04-6
How to Weigh Your Loaded Motor Home ... 04-6
Dangers of Overloading ............................ 04-9
Loading Tips ............................................ 04-10
Tires ............................................................. 04-10
Tire Ination ............................................ 04-10
Tire Rotation ............................................ 04-10
Air Pressure and Air Pressure
Monitoring System ................................... 04-11
Underination.......................................... 04-12
Air Pressure Check .................................. 04-12
Tire Replacement ..................................... 04-12
If You Get a Flat Tire .............................. 04-12
Changing a Flat Tire ............................... 04-13
Seats and Seat Belts..................................... 04-13
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts...... 04-13
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Safety Belt Maintenance .......................... 04-14
Safety Restraints for Children ................. 04-14
Safety Belts for Children.......................... 04-14
Child Seat Tethers (If Equipped)............. 04-15
Air Bags (If Equipped) ................................ 04-15
Air Bag Supplement Restraint System ..... 04-15
Driving and Vehicle Control ....................... 04-16
Using the Engine to Slow the
Motor Home......................................... 04-16
Maneuvering in Trafc ................................ 04-16
Rear View Video Monitor (If Equipped) .... 04-17
Exterior Side Camera System
(If Equipped) ............................................ 04-17
Global Positioning System
Navigation (GPS) (If Equipped) .............. 04-17
Trip/Engine Computer ................................. 04-17
Body Undercoating ...................................... 04-18
Fuel and Fuel Systems................................. 04-18
Fuel Types and Driveability Issues ......... 04-18
API Refueling Advisory............................ 04-18
Engine Fan ................................................... 04-19
Exhaust System Heat ................................... 04-19
Engine Temperature Gauges........................ 04-19
Carbon Monoxide Safety Precautions ......... 04-20
Carbon Monoxide Detector/Alarm .......... 04-20
Emergency Towing...................................... 04-21
Windshield Wipers and Washers................. 04-21
Manual Headlamp Aiming Procedure..........04-22
LIVING WITH YOUR MOTOR HOME ..... 05-1
Leveling System (If Equipped)...................... 05-1
Power Entry Step (If Equipped) .................... 05-1
Electric Stepwell Cover (If Equipped) .......... 05-1
Stepwell Cover Operation.......................... 05-1
Entry and Screen Doors................................. 05-2
Patio Awning (If Equipped)........................... 05-2
Windows ........................................................ 05-2
Emergency Exit Window(s)........................ 05-2
Remote Mirror Control .................................. 05-3
Power Sun Visors (If Equipped).................... 05-3
Pull Shades (If Equipped) .............................. 05-3
Blinds Shades (If Equipped) ...................... 05-3
Power Blinds (If Equipped) ....................... 05-3
Mini-Blinds (If Equipped) ............................. 05-3
Storage ........................................................... 05-4
Exterior Compartments.............................. 05-4
Interior Storage.......................................... 05-4
Slide-Out Rooms (If Equipped)..................... 05-5
Interior and Furnishings................................. 05-5
Sofa Conversion (If Equipped) .................. 05-5
Sleeper Sofa Conversion (If Equipped) ..... 05-6
Interior Lighting ........................................ 05-6
Overhead Vents.......................................... 05-6
Folding Chairs (If Equipped) .................... 05-6
Free-Standing Furniture (If Equipped) ..... 05-6
Monitor Panel ................................................ 05-7
Effects of Permanent Occupancy .................. 05-7
Condensation and How to Control It ........ 05-7
Dripping Ceiling Vents .............................. 05-9
Important Information.................................... 05-9
What the RV Owner Can Do ................... 05-10
Fire Safety.................................................... 05-11
Fire Safety Precautions ........................... 05-12
Smoke Detector/Alarm............................. 05-12
PLUMBING SYSTEMS
AND HOLDING TANKS.............................. 06-1
Fresh Water System....................................... 06-1
External Fresh Water Hookup................... 06-1
Filling the On-Board Water Tank ............. 06-1
Draining the Fresh Water Tank ................ 06-2
Water Pump ............................................... 06-2
Water Pump Filter ..................................... 06-2
Low Point Drains....................................... 06-2
Troubleshooting the Fresh Water System .. 06-2
Leaks .......................................................... 06-3
Sanitizing the Fresh Water System ............ 06-3
Exterior Shower (If Equipped) .................. 06-3
Power Water Hose Reel (If Equipped) ...... 06-4
Whole Coach Filter System
(If Equipped) .......................................... 06-4
Insta-Hot Drinking Water System
(If Equipped) .......................................... 06-4
Waste Water System...................................... 06-4
Toilet .......................................................... 06-4

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Draining the Holding Tanks ...................... 06-5
Black Tank Flush System (If Equipped) .... 06-6
San-T-Flush Operation (Using Sanitizing
Bottle from Kit) (If Equipped) ............... 06-6
Holding Tank Care .................................... 06-7
Cold Weather Usage.................................. 06-8
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS ............................. 07-1
Batteries ..................................................... 07-1
Chassis 12-Volt Electrical System ................ 07-1
Chassis Bulbs and Fuses ........................... 07-1
12-Volt House and Automotive System........ 07-1
Battery Disconnect (If Equipped) .............. 07-2
Battery Inspection and Care...................... 07-2
Battery Charging ....................................... 07-2
Solar Panel (If Equipped).......................... 07-3
Selecting a Replacement Battery ............... 07-3
Auxiliary Start System (If Equipped)......... 07-4
120-Volt System ............................................ 07-4
Power Inverter ........................................... 07-4
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) .... 07-5
Generator (If Equipped) ............................ 07-5
Generator Fuel Supply .............................. 07-5
Generator Operations................................ 07-5
Generator Operating Safety Precautions.... 07-6
Generator Cooling System......................... 07-7
Generator Slide-Out (If Equipped)............ 07-7
Generator Maintenance............................. 07-7
Automatic Generator Start
Control System (If Equipped) ................ 07-7
Main Features (AGS)................................. 07-7
Power Cord Reel (If Equipped)................. 07-8
Electrical Wiring Diagrams ........................... 07-8
Motor Home Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...... 07-8
PROPANE SYSTEM....................................... 08-1
Propane Safety Precautions ........................... 08-1
System Components ...................................... 08-2
Hoses.......................................................... 08-2
Propane Regulator..................................... 08-2
Using Propane System at Low
Temperatures.............................................. 08-2
Filling Propane Tanks.................................... 08-3
Propane System Check .................................. 08-3
Propane Leak Detector/Alarm ....................... 08-3
Testing Procedure...................................... 08-4
Procedures to take During an Alarm ........ 08-4
Lighting Propane Appliances ........................ 08-5
APPLIANCES.................................................. 09-1
Water Heater .................................................. 09-1
Water Heater Bypass Valve....................... 09-1
Refrigerator.................................................... 09-1
Forced Air Furnace (If Equipped) ................. 09-1
Hydronic Heating System (If Equipped) ....... 09-2
Range ............................................................. 09-2
Range Exhaust Hood (If Equipped)............... 09-3
Air Conditioner with Heat Pump................... 09-3
Televisions and DVD Players ...................... 09-3
LCD/LED Television..................................... 09-3
Whole Coach Surge Protection
(If Equipped) .............................................. 09-4
Power TV Antenna (If Equipped).................. 09-4
Satellite Dish Antenna (If Equipped) ............ 09-4
Satellite Radio (If Equipped) ......................... 09-4
Microwave Oven............................................ 09-4
Washer/Dryer-Ready Option.......................... 09-4
Miscellaneous Appliances ............................. 09-5
MAINTENANCE............................................. 10-1
Exterior .......................................................... 10-1
Stains.......................................................... 10-1
How to Maintain, Care for, and
Repair the Finish on your Motor Home ..... 10-2
Exterior Graphics Care ............................. 10-2
Windows, Doors, Vents and Locks ............ 10-3
Fiberglass Roof System ................................. 10-3
Cleaning..................................................... 10-3
Care............................................................ 10-3
Sealant Renewal......................................... 10-3
Exterior Sealants ............................................ 10-4

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Door, Window, Roof Component
and Molding Resealing .............................. 10-4
Interior............................................................ 10-4
Fabrics ....................................................... 10-4
Solid Surface Top Care (If Equipped)....... 10-4
Laminate Top Care (If Equipped) ............. 10-4
Walls and Ceiling Panels .......................... 10-4
Attaching Accessories to Your
Motor Home........................................... 10-5
Plastic/Fiberglass/Tile Shower Stall ......... 10-5
Floors and Carpeting ................................ 10-5
Tile Floor (If Equipped) ............................ 10-5
Engine Access ............................................ 10-6
Generator Filters ............................................ 10-6
Acrylic Assist Handles (If Equipped)............ 10-7
Windshield Wipers and Washers................... 10-7
Maintenance Guideline .................................. 10-7
STORAGE........................................................ 11-1
Storage Checklists.......................................... 11-1
Short-Term Storage (Less than 30 days)... 11-1
Long-Term Storage (Over 30 days).......... 11-2
Winterization.................................................. 11-2
Water System Winterizing for
Units with Water Heaters .......................... 11-3
Fresh Water Winterization Procedure
for units with Hydronic Heating................ 11-4
Reactivating the Motor Home
After Storage.............................................. 11-5
GLOSSARY...................................................... 12-1

INTRODUCTION
01-1
Welcome to the recreational vehicle life-
style and the growing family of motor home
owners. We sincerely thank you for choosing an
American Coach motor home!
Your motor home has been designed to provide
you with years of carefree, pleasant traveling
and vacationing. It conforms with, or exceeds,
applicable Recreational Vehicle Industry
Association (RVIA), National Fire Protection
Association (NFPA), Canadian Standards
Association (CSA) (units built for Canada
only), Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
(FMVSS), Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA) and California Air Resources Board
(CARB) regulations. The seal attached just
outside the entry door indicates compliance with
RVIA, NFPA or CSA standards.
Like all equipment, your motor home will
require care and regular maintenance in order
to deliver maximum value and performance.
The dealer will give you basic operating and
maintenance instructions. However, supplement
this by reading all instructional material(s)
furnished with the motor home in the Owner’s
Information Package and the motor home
Chassis Operator’s/Owner’s Guide/Manual.
This information outlines important areas of
operation and maintenance for you to follow
for safe, trouble-free service from your motor
home. Study these materials carefully. A good
working knowledge of your motor home and
how to care for it will help you enjoy many
miles and years of recreational living.
NOTE
This manual describes many features of your RV
and includes some instructions for its safe use. This
manual, including photographs and illustrations, is of
a general nature only. Some equipment and features
described or shown in this manual may be optional or
because of the continuous program of product change
conducted by American Coach, it is possible that
recent product changes may not be included.
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NOTE
Throughout this manual the term “RV” represents a
“Recreational Vehicle” as dened by the NFPA 1192.
This includes motor homes, fth wheel trailers, travel
trailers, camping trailers, recreational park trailers,
and truck campers.
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Failure to follow proper procedures or install proper
equipment can result in property damage, injury
and/or death.
WARNING
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If you have any questions regarding operation,
maintenance, or service, please contact your
dealer immediately for assistance. Your dealer’s
Service or Sales Department will handle any
normal problems which might occur.
Some equipment and features described or
shown in this manual may be optional or not
available on some models.
Because of the continuous program of
product improvement conducted by Allied
Recreation Group, it is possible that recent
product changes may not be included in this
manual. Specications may change without
notice. Product information, illustrations and
photography included in this Owner’s Manual
were as accurate as possible at the time of
publication, and are representative of function
and may or may not be specic in their
depiction of actual equipment, fabrics, interior
or exterior decor or design options as installed
on or in your recreational vehicle.
The instructions included in this manual are
intended as a guide, and in no respect extend the
responsibilities of the manufacturing subsidiary,
parent company or afliates beyond the standard
written warranty as presented in this manual.
American Coach has designed its recreational
vehicles to provide a variety of uses for its
customers. Each vehicle features optimal
seating, sleeping, storage and uid capacities.
The user is responsible for selecting the
proper combination of loads to ensure that
the recreational vehicle’s capacities are not
exceeded.
INSPECT AND MAINTAIN
Follow a consistent schedule of inspection
and maintenance for your motor home. Your
continuing safety and comfort depend on it. This
manual includes a section outlining maintenance
intervals. If you follow the maintenance
guidelines, you will minimize the possibility of
failure of any important system or part of your
motor home.
PLANNING AND PREPARATION
Each year millions of Americans embark on
trips using some type of recreational vehicle.
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 out of the convenience and safety items
built into your motor home. Be as familiar with
it as you are with your personal car or truck.
If you have trouble or have questions, please
consult your dealer.
OWNER’S INFORMATION
PACKAGE
This package contains valuable documents
about your motor home and its equipment
components and systems. This Owner’s
Manual and the Chassis Operator’s Manual
are in the package. Since this manual does not
cover every possible detail of equipment and
options installed on or in your motor home,
there are booklets and instructional material in
the package that will help you safely operate,
maintain and troubleshoot those items. Be sure
you read all this information and understand
the safety and operating instructions included
in the package. Additionally, you must follow
all maintenance instructions to insure full
warranty coverage. If you decide to sell or
trade your motor home, be sure the new owner
receives all the material in this package.
NOTE
If your Owner’s Information Package does not con-
tain these items, even if you purchased your motor
home “used,” please call or write Allied Recreation
Group and request the desired or missing information.
American Coach Owner Relations
1010 Commerce Drive
Decatur, Indiana 46733
1-800-435-7345
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CHASSIS AND VEHICLE
IDENTIFICATION
Several numbers are used to identify the vehicle
and components used on the vehicle.
The V.I.N. or Vehicle Identication Number
is assigned by the chassis manufacturer and is
the number used for vehicle registration. The
V.I.N. is found on the Federal Certication Tag
attached on the interior wall behind the driver’s
seat. Refer to this information when ordering
parts from the chassis manufacturer or chassis
dealer service center.
The U.I.N. or Unit Identication Number is
located on the tag underneath the driver’s side
window on the outside of the motor home. Use
this number when ordering parts through your
American Coach dealer.
SUSPENSION ALIGNMENT
AND TIRE BALANCE
The front suspension and steering system of this
vehicle was accurately aligned at the factory
before delivery to the dealership. However, after
you have fully loaded the vehicle according
to your personal needs, have the alignment
checked and adjusted, if necessary. To help
prevent uneven tire wear, check the front-end
alignment periodically.
Please note that front-end alignment after
retail delivery is the owner’s responsibility and
is not covered under the warranty.
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(Example)
Located on the left of the main entry
door or on exterior left front side of
the motor home.
(Example)
U.I.N. (Unit Identication No.)
FEDERAL CERTIFICATION TAG
MFD BY:
DATE MFD:
INC VEH MFD BY:
DATE OF VEH MFD:
GVWR: 0 KG ( LB )
FRONT GAWR: 0 KG ( LB )
WITH: RIMS
TIRES AT: 0 KPA COLD SINGLE
( PSI )
INTERMEDIATE KG ( LB )
GAWR: WITH: RIMS
TIRES AT: KPA COLD
( PSI )
REAR GAWR: 0 KG ( LB )
WITH: RIMS
TIRES AT: 0 KPA COLD DUAL
( PSI )
GAWR COMBINED INTERMEDIATE
AND REAR: 0 KG ( 0 LB )
THIS VEHICLE HAS BEEN COMPLETED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRIOR
MANUFACTURERS’ IVD WHERE APPLICABLE. THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL
APPLICABLE FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARDS, IN EFFECT IN
V.I.N.
TYPE VEHICLE: MULTI-PURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE
The tires and wheels with sizes and ratings designated above have been equipped with
this vehicle by Fleetwood. Any replacement tires installed must meet the same
specifications and minimum load requirements.
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FLEETWOOD RV, INC.
PRODUCT : YEAR : MODEL :
FIN: kilograms ( pounds )
GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING (GVWR) 0 ( )
FACTORY WEIGHT ON 0 ( )
OCCUPANT AND CARGO CARRYING CAPACITY 0 ( )
FULL FRESH WATER TANK: gal @ 8.3 lb/gal 0 ( )
FULL WATER HEATER TANK: gal @ 8.3 lb/gal 0 ( )
GROSS COMBINED WEIGHT RATING (GCWR) 0 ( )
MAX. GROSS TOWED WEIGHT 0 ( )
MAX. TONGUE WEIGHT 0 ( )
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MOTORHOME OCCUPANT AND CARGO CARRYING CAPACITY
VIN:
THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED:
0 kg or lbs
Safety belt equipped seating capacity:
CAUTION:
A full load of water equals 0 kg or lbs of cargo @ 1 kg/L (8.3 lb/gal) and the tongue
weight of a towed trailer counts as cargo
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CAUTION: LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY REDUCED
Modifications to this vehicle have reduced the original load carrying capacity by
_____________________ kg or ____________________ lbs
MAKE:
MODEL:
MODEL YR:
U.I.N.
MFD. ID. NO.
DATE OF MFR. MO: YR:
ALLIED RECREATION GROUP
W15-1025

Introduction
01-4
Excessive or abnormal tire wear may indicate
worn or misaligned suspension or steering
components, unbalanced or improperly inated
tire(s) or some other tire/suspension problem.
Alignment can be affected by worn steering/
suspension parts or road hazards such as hitting
a curb, pothole, railroad track, etc. Improper
alignment can cause tires to roll at an angle and
wear unevenly. It may also cause the vehicle to
“pull” to the right or left.
Out-of-balance tires will not roll smoothly and
will cause annoying vibrations and uneven
tread wear such as cupping or at spots. If you
see uneven tire tread wear or if the vehicle
ride comfort decreases, the tires may need
to be balanced. It is easy to confuse road
imperfections transmitted from the tires, through
the suspension and structure into the motor
home as a “tire balance” issue.
See the Chassis Operator’s/Owner’s Guide/
Manual for more information.
AFTER-MARKET STEERING AID
DEVICES
American Coach does not sanction or condone
the installation of any steering aid device that
is not approved by our chassis manufacturer’s.
Any add-on device of this type may void the
chassis manufacturer’s warranty on the item
or items affected.
WARNINGS, TERMS AND
CONCEPTS FOR SAFE
OPERATION OF YOUR MOTOR
HOME
Vehicle Crash
Like any other vehicle you may drive,
your motor home can be involved in a
vehicle crash, including a rollover. The
motor home will be damaged and you
and others can be injured or killed. Drive
defensively at all times. DO NOT drive if
you are tired, have been drinking alcoholic
beverages, are under the inuence of any
controlled substance, or are taking any
medication or drugs that may impair your
sight, hearing, judgment or coordination.
Pull off the road and park in a safe area
until you can drive safely.
Vehicle Handling
Your motor home is longer, wider and
higher than a typical car or truck you may
be accustomed to driving. Keep this in
mind as you become familiar with driving
your motor home. New motor home
owners should take special care to learn the
driving and handling characteristics of your
vehicle in safe and familiar surroundings.
The distribution of the weight of your
motor home is designed so it will handle
safely while being driven.
• When loading the motor home, balance
the load front-to-rear and side-to-side.
• Load and secure heavier items lower in
the storage areas than lighter items.
If you fail to properly load your belongings and
supplies, you will defeat the load distribution
design of the motor home, possibly leading to
handling problems and a vehicle crash.
Vehicle Response
When you, the driver, accelerate, brake or
steer the motor home, it responds to your
inputs. If you are faced with an emergency
while driving, the way you respond to the
emergency and the way the motor home
responds becomes more critical. If you
load, alter or maintain your motor home
improperly, it will not respond as it did
when you rst received it in an unloaded
condition. Improper loading, alteration,
maintenance and improper driver responses
to emergency conditions can lead to handling
problems and vehicle crashes.

01-5
Introduction
Vehicle Towing
Your motor home can be equipped with a
hitch designed to allow you to tow vehicles
or other loads behind your motor home.
The maximum amount of weight your
motor home can pull or stop is determined
by the manufacturer of the chassis on
which your motor home is built. Check the
Chassis Operator’s/Owner’s Guide/
Manual provided by the motor home
chassis manufacturer for the limits on the
weight you can tow.
If the Chassis Operator’s/Owner’s Guide/
Manual equipped with your motor home
does not provide specic information
on towing weight limits, it is strongly
recommended that the towed vehicle or
trailer be equipped with a properly installed
and operating supplemental brake control
system that operates in combination with
the brakes on your motor home.
• You may be able to increase the weight
of any towed load by properly installing
on the towed load a supplemental brake
control system that operates with your
motor home’s braking system. Even with
additional brakes, you cannot tow more
than the Gross Towed Weight (GTW) or
Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR)
for the chassis under your motor home
and the Federal Certication Tag located
on the wall in the driver’s compartment
area. Again, check the Chassis Operator’s/
Owner’s Guide/Manual.
• You CANNOT increase the towed weight
limit by changing the size of your hitch.
• Properly load what you tow to avoid a
vehicle crash.
• Do not attempt to tow something that is
too heavy for your chassis.
• When driving in mountainous areas, look
for and obey highway signs concerning
grades and curves. Your driving experience
when pulling and stopping a towed unit on
mountain roads will be very different from
what you experience on level ground.
• State laws in the United States and
provincial laws in Canada vary concerning
towing equipment requirements and limits.
Check the laws in the areas where you
anticipate traveling. The label on the trailer
hitch will state the maximum allowable
trailer weight for the different types of
towing. Note that in some cases the Cargo
Carrying Capacity (CCC) may have to be
reduced to tow more weight.
Alterations to Your Motor Home
Many motor home owners like to add a
personal touch to their motor home. But
there is a difference between changing
how your motor home looks versus how
it handles or responds to driver inputs. If
you expect to make any type of alteration
to your motor home, consult a professional
who understands the correct way to do
the alteration and how the alteration will
change or affect the stability, handling,
vehicle response, and overall performance
and safety of your motor home. An
improper alteration that affects vehicle
handling or response can cause a vehicle
crash, and any improper alteration to
the electrical or Propane systems can
cause a re and can endanger your
motor home and its occupants. Allied
Recreation Group, your chassis and other
manufacturers stand behind the motor
home as delivered – NOT as altered by
someone else. Due to a recent National
Highway Trafc Safety Administration
(NHTSA) ruling it should be noted that
any alteration to a motor home increasing
the overall weight by 100 lbs or more is
required to be re-weighed
NOTE
In most cases the GCWR of the chassis and the n-
ished motor home are the same. In some cases, due
to the equipped hitch receiver, the GCWR may be
reduced. Please refer to the Federal Certication Tag
posted in your motor home for the rated GCWR.
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01-6
and the Federal Certication Weight Tag
needs updated to reect the weight change.
This tag is printed and supplied by the
motor home manufacturer. Please contact
the “Administrator” at NHTSA at the
address and telephone number shown on
page 02-4 for further details.
It is not permitted to weld on the chassis or
trailer hitch of your motorhome. Contact
American Coach Service in the event
alterations are considered.
American Coach Service: 800 435 7345
Warning Devices
Your motor home is equipped with
warning devices. Check them before
a trip for proper operation. A disabled
warning device cannot warn you or
vehicle occupants of a life-threatening
danger. Keep them working and respond
to them quickly. This may include, but
is not limited to, replacing the battery
as applicable. Consult your Owner’s
Package for information regarding
warning device operation.
Examples of These Devices Include:
• Carbon Monoxide Detector/Alarm
• Propane Detector/Alarm
• Smoke Detector/Alarm
• Seat Belt Warnings
• Hazard Flashers
• Brake Warning
• Engine Warning
EVENT DATA RECORDING DEVICE
(If Equipped)
SPECIAL NOTICE: Vehicle Event Data
Recording Capabilities.
Motor homes equipped with driver/passenger
air bags, Navigational or Vehicle Avoidance
Systems and/or equipped with certain other
electronic devices may be equipped with event
data recording capabilities.
Your motor home is built using components
from a nationally recognized chassis
manufacturer. For diagnostic and compliance
with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards,
this chassis comes equipped with electronic
modules (devices).
Certain electronic modules have the capability
to record information about the vehicle, driver,
passenger, engine performance, braking
performance, vehicle location, vehicle speed,
occupant seat belt use, or other data.
The data stored in the electronic modules
may be retrieved by authorized parties using
specialized equipment, for vehicle diagnostic or
accident investigation purposes.
Please refer to the chassis manufacturer owner’s
guide and/or (if equipped) electronic device
manufacturers owner’s guide(s), for further
details on event data recording capabilities.
DRIVER’S LICENSE
REQUIREMENTS:
Some states require either an endorsement or a
different class of driver’s license to operate or
tow a recreational vehicle. License classes are
often based on the size of the vehicle you wish
to drive or the weight of the trailer you wish to
tow. Please refer to your home states’ vehicle
driver’s license authority to determine if there is
such a requirement.

LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
For Motor Homes Manufactured by Allied Recreation Group, Inc.,
Sold in the United States and Canada
02-1
COVERAGE PROVIDED
Your new motor home is warranted under
normal use to be free from manufacturing defects
in material or workmanship when rst sold by
an authorized American Coach Dealership. For
purposes of this warranty, “defect” means a failure
of the material or workmanship to conform to the
manufacturer’s specications and tolerances.
The warranty covers the rst retail purchaser
and all authorized transferees during the
warranty. The warranty begins on the date of
original retail delivery or the date the motor
home is rst placed into service as a rental,
commercial or demonstrator unit (whichever
occurs rst) “Start Date” and extends for the
following periods:
1. For non-structural defects, one (1) year
from the Start Date or until the motor home
reaches 15,000 total miles as determined
by the mileage shown on the odometer,
which ever occurs rst.
2. For structural defects, three (3) years from
the Start Date or until the motor home
reaches 45,000 total miles as determined
by the mileage shown on the odometer,
whichever occurs rst. Structural defects
are dened only as the motor home’s roof
structure, sub-oor structure, and
Vacubond® walls.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY
THIS WARRANTY
This warranty does not cover:
1. The automotive chassis system
(including the chassis and drive train),
tires and batteries, all of which are
covered by the separate warranties of
the respective manufacturers of these
components.
2. Components or items expressly
warranted by their respective
manufacturer.
3. Defects or performance failures caused
by or related to:
a. Abuse, misuse, negligence or
accident;
b. Failure to comply with instructions
contained in the Owner’s
Information Package;
c. Alteration or modication of the
motor home;
d. Environmental conditions (salt, hail,
chemicals in the atmosphere, etc.):
e. Normal deterioration due to wear
or exposure, such as sealants, fading
of exterior surfaces, fabrics, drapes,
and carpet wear, etc.;
f. Motor homes on which the odometer
reading have been altered;
g. Normal maintenance and service
items, such as light bulbs, fuses,
sealants, lubricants, etc.;
h. Appearance imperfections, or damage
to paint, graphics, exterior materials,
or upholstery that may have occurred
prior to delivery and are normally
corrected during the delivery
inspection process at the manufacturing
plant or at the dealership;
i. Transportation to and from dealer
location;
j. ALLIED RECREATION GROUP,
Inc. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR
ANY (l) INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES,
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED
TO ANY CLAIMS FOR PROPERTY
DAMAGE, LOSS OF USE, LOSS
OF VALUE, LOSS OF INCOME,
LOSS OF TIME, INCONVENIENCE,
COMMERCIAL LOSS, BUS FARES,
VEHICLE RENTAL, INCIDENTAL
CHARGES SUCH AS TELEPHONE
CALLS OR HOTEL BILLS, (2) ANY
OTHER PROPERTY DAMAGE
CAUSED OR ALLEGED TO BE
CAUSED BY MOLD, MILDEW,
FUNGUS, DRY ROT OR ANY
MICROBIAL MATTER, OR (3)
LEGAL FEES OR EXPENSES;

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k. Pre-mature deterioration and
accelerated wear and tear on Motor
homes used for full-time living
accommodations;
l. Motor homes used for commercial or
business purposes;
m.Motor Homes that are not originally
sold by an authorized American
Coach dealership, i.e., sold at auction,
repossession, salvaged or sold in an
otherwise distressed condition.
n. Residential refrigerators, which are
covered by separate warranties of the
respective manufacturers of these
components.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitation or exclusion
may not apply to you.
LIMITATIONS
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING,
BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO
THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN
WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow restrictions on how
long an implied warranty lasts, so this limitation
may not apply to you.
The manufacturer is not responsible for any
undertaking, representation or warranty made by
any dealer or other person beyond those expressly
set forth in this warranty. There is no warranty of
any kind made by American Coach beyond the
limited warranty contained in this document.
YOUR RIGHTS UNDER STATE LAW
This warranty gives you specic legal rights,
and you may also have other rights which vary
from state to state.
DEALER’S OBLIGATIONS
By agreement with the manufacturer, the
dealer is obligated to maintain the motor home
priorto retail sale, to perform a detailed
pre-delivery inspection and to repair or replace
any parts necessary to correct defects in material
or workmanship.
OWNER’S OBLIGATIONS
The owner is responsible for normal
maintenance as described in the Owner’s
Information Package; however, minor
adjustments (such as adjustments to the interior
or exterior doors, cabinet latches, TV antenna
control, etc.) will be performed by the dealer
during the rst 90 days after delivery. Thereafter,
such adjustments are the responsibility of the
owner as normal maintenance unless required
as a direct result of repair or replacement of a
defective part under this warranty.
If a problem occurs which the owner
believes is covered by this warranty, then
the owner shall contact the selling dealer,
or other authorized dealer, giving sufcient
information to resolve the matter.
Written notice of defects must be given to the
selling dealer or manufacturer within thirty (30)
days of discovery by owner but no later than ten
(10) days after the expiration of the warranty
period. The owner shall deliver the motor home to
the dealer or an authorized American Coach dealer
location for warranty service. See “Warranty
Service,” page 2-3, for additional details. To the
extent allowed or not prohibited by applicable
law, the manufacturer requires that the owner
rst provide it with direct written notication
of any alleged unrepaired defect, or any other
dissatisfaction experienced with the motor home
so the manufacturer has the opportunity to cure
the problem or dissatisfaction itself.
Giving the manufacturer this direct notice and
opportunity to cure enables the manufacturer to
supplement prior efforts by its authorized dealers
so any ongoing problem or dissatisfaction
can be resolved or addressed by the manufacturer.
The manufacturer’s written notice should be
mailed to:
American Coach Owner Relations
P.O. Box 1007
Decatur, Indiana 46733

02-3
Warranty
MANUFACTURER’S OBLIGATIONS
Upon receipt of notice of a claim, where the
dealer was unable or unwilling to resolve the
problem, a American Coach Service Center will
repair or replace any parts necessary to correct
defects in material or workmanship.
For Customer Service Assistance, contact:
American Coach Owner Relations
1010 Commerce Drive
P.O. Box 1007
Decatur, IN 46733
1-800-435-7345
For Chassis Customer Assistance, contact:
Spartan Motor Chassis Customer Assistance:
1-800-543-4277
Freightliner Chassis Assistance
1-800-385-4357
DISPUTE RESOLUTION
AS TO NON-STRUCTURAL DEFECTS, ANY
ACTION TO ENFORCE THESE EXPRESS OR
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES SHALL NOT
BE COMMENCED MORE THAN NINETY
(90) DAYS AFTER THE EXPIRATION OF
THE ONE YEAR WARRANTY COVERAGE
PERIOD DESIGNATED ABOVE. AS TO
STRUCTURAL DEFECTS, ANY ACTION
TO ENFORCE THESE EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED WARRANTIES SHALL NOT BE
COMMENCED MORE THAN NINETY
(90) DAYS AFTER THE EXPIRATION OF
THE THREE YEAR WARRANTY PERIOD
DESIGNATED ABOVE.
Indiana law shall exclusively govern the
interpretation and application of this limited
warranty. Any action to enforce this limited
warranty or any applicable implied warranties
shall be led in the state or federal courts
residing in Allen County or Adams County,
Indiana.
WARRANTY SERVICE
If you need warranty service or warranty
information, please see the booklets and
other documents included in your Owner’s
Information Package. If you have any questions
about the warranty or what it does or does not
cover, please contact Owner Relations. As a
part of the pre-delivery inspection procedure,
the dealer is responsible for road testing the
motor home, noting and correcting any steering
problems and setting correct tire pressures
before delivery.

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02-4
American Coach will not be responsible for
front end alignment after this pre-delivery
inspection has been performed.
For warranty service, you should return your
motor home to the selling dealer. If this is not
possible, you may contact any other authorized
American Coach motor home dealer. The
American Coach Owner Relations group can
help you nd a dealer in your area. If, for
some reason, a problem is not handled to your
satisfaction:
1. Discuss any warranty-related problems
directly with the manager and/or owner
of the dealership, giving them an
opportunity to help the service
department resolve the matter for you.
2. If a problem arises that has not been
resolved to your satisfaction by your
local dealer, contact American Coach
Owner Relations.
3. We sincerely believe that your dealer and
the factory representative will be able
to solve any problem that might arise.
If their combined efforts are not
satisfactory, please send a letter describing
the circumstances to:
American Coach Owner Relations
1010 Commerce Drive
P.O. Box 1007
Decatur, Indiana 46733
Please include the brand name and Unit
   IdenticationNumber(U.I.N.) of
your motor home. The U.I.N. is located on
the identication tag underneath the
driver’s side window on the exterior of
your motor home.
4. If you wish to call for assistance, please
use this toll-free telephone number:
American Coach Owner Relations
1-800-435-7345
There may be times when your motor home
will need repairs or parts while you are on the
road. If your motor home is repaired by a non
authorized repair facility (non-American Coach
dealer), be sure to save receipts and especially
any parts that are replaced. These parts will have
to be returned to your dealer before you can be
reimbursed for their cost.
Always make a written list of the motor home
problems or the specic work you want done.
If you’ve had work done that is not on your
maintenance log, let the service advisor know.
If you have a long list of service items that
need attention and you need your motor home
very soon, discuss the situation with the service
advisor, listing the items in order of priority.
This will help the service department manage its
time and will help get you going as quickly as
possible. If required work is not covered under
the warranty, your dealer’s service department
can help you with getting the correct service.
The materials in your Owner’s Information
Package contain warranty information
and operating instructions on the various
appliances and components in your
motor home. If you do not have operating
instructions for a particular appliance or
component, contact your dealer. Warranty
registration cards for these items should be
lled out and mailed as soon as possible after
you take delivery of your motor home.
When contacting any of the equipment
manufacturers, always have the model
and serial numbers available. Appliance
identication numbers will be found on tags or
plates attached to the appliance.
If you have a warranty or service concern
about the chassis portion of your motor home,
you may go directly to an authorized chassis
dealer for service. This may save you time and
effort as the chassis warranty is administered
by the chassis manufacturer. Consult your area
directory for an authorized claims dealer. If you
are unsure if the issue is chassis related, please
contact your American Coach dealer.
The motor home has been thoroughly
inspected before shipment. Your dealer is
responsible for performing a complete pre-
delivery inspection of the motor home as

specied in the Owner Care delivery checkout.
Please refer to the warranty in the front of this
manual. It explains your rights and obligations, as
well as the rights and obligations of the dealer and
manufacturer. Please read this section carefully. You
will be better informed in case you have a warranty-
related problem, and your dealer will be better able
to get you on the road again.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
UNITED STATES CONSUMERS:
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that
could cause a crash, injury, or death, you should
immediately inform the National Highway Trafc
Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to
notifying American Coach Owner Relations at
1-800-435-7345.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may
open an investigation, and if it nds that a safety
defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a
recall and remedy campaign.
To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Vehicle
Safety Hot line toll-free at
1-888-327-4236 (TTY:1-800-424-9153);
or go to http://www.safercar.gov or write to:
Administrator
NationalHighwayTrafcSafetyAdministration
1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE
Washington, DC 20590
You can also obtain other information about motor
vehicle safety from the Vehicle Safety Hot line.
CANADIAN CONSUMERS:
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that
could cause a crash, injury, or death, you should
immediately inform Allied Recreation Group at:
1-800-800-322-8216
Or, you may call Transport Canada toll-free at:
1-800-333-0510
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AMERICAN COACH INFORMATION
03-1
Heritage, Eagle, Tradition, Allegiance and Revolution
ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT BREAKER PANELS, CIRCUIT FUSE PANELS AND
BATTERY DISCONNECT SWITCH LOCATIONS
Heritage, American Eagle, Tradition, Allegiance and Revolution
• Chassis 12-Volt Fuse Front Panel................................. Front Driver Side Compartment
• Chassis Fuse 12-Volt Fuse Rear Panel ......................... Next to 12-Volt Battery Disconnect Switch
• Chassis 12-Volt Battery Disconnect Switch ................. Rear engine access compartments
• House 12-Volt Battery Disconnect Switch ................... In the battery compartment
• House 12-Volt Fuse Panel............................................. In the basement
• House 120-Volt Breaker Panel...................................... Various Locations by model
CAUTION
Before relamping, disconnect power source by removing
fuse or placing circuit breaker and control switch in OFF
position.
Halogen bulbs operate at extremely high temperatures
and pressures and will shatter if not handled correctly.
Always use a soft dry cloth or cotton gloves when
handling halogen bulbs.
Do not touch glass area with bare hands. If bulb is
touched with bare hands, wipe the bulb clean with
rubbing alcohol.
Do not use near ammable or combustible materials and/
or objects which may be sensitive to fading or drying.
Use bulbs designed or specic by manufacturer as to
style, wattage and voltage.
!WARNING
Do not install 12-volt fuses or 120-volt breakers with
amperage ratings greater than that specied on the
device or label. Doing so constitutes a re hazard.
!
Shifter Selector (Side-Pod)
36. Leveling Jacks Control Panel With Air Dump
37. Data Control Panel
38. Transmission Shifter
39. Tag Axle Dump Switch
40. Blank
41. Air Horn Switch
42. Automatic Traction Control Switch
43. Engine Brake Switch On/Off
44. Engine Brake Selector Switch Hi/Low
45. Mirror Control Switch / Power Window / Fixed
Window Defrost Switch
46. Driver Exit Switch
47. Driver Set Switch
48. Driver #2 Switch
49. Driver #1 Switch
50. Blank
51. Blank
52. 12 Volt Outlet
53. Cup Holder
54. Spot Light Control
FIXED WINDOW
DEFROST VENT
36
37
38
39 40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50 51
52
53
54
Shifter Selector (Side-Pod)
Heritage Information

03-2
Instrument Panels
1. Blank
2. Auxiliary Start Switch
3. Parking Brake Control Knob
4. Chassis Engine Ignition Switch
5. Headlight Switch
6. Fog Lamp Switch
7. Dimmer Switch
8. Fuel, Water, & Oil Gauge
9. Left Turn Indicator
10. Speed Gauge
11. Right Turn Indicator
12. Tach, & Front/Rear Air Gauges
13. Heating/Air Conditioning Fan Speed Control
14. Heating/Air Conditioning Fan Temperature
Control
15. Vent Control
17. Defrost Temperature Control
18. Back-up Monitor
19. Radio/Satellite Radio/Tire Pressure/Navigation
System/CD/DVD
20. ATI Temperature / Compass Gauge
21. 12 Volt Power Outlet
22. Hour Meter
23. Blank
24. Docking Lights Switch
25. Hood Light Switch
26. Dome Light Switch
27. Radio Switch
28. Blank
29. Generator Switch
30. Auxiliary Temperature Controls
Heritage Information
DRIVER’S CONTROLS
VENT
VENT VENT
12
34
5
6
7
8
910
11
12 13
14 15
17
16
18
19
20
21 22
23 24 25 26 27 28
29
30