Fleetwood 1983 Southwind User manual

SDUTHWINO®
BY FLEETWOOD
1983

INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the recreational vehicle lifestyle and the grow-
ingfamily
of motor home owners. We sincerely thank you
for choosing our product.
Your motor home has been designed to provide you with
many years of carefree, pleasant traveling and vacationing.
This manual describes many features of
your motor home
and provides a guide
to operating procedures so ~hat you can
obtain optimum performance from those features. Like
all
finely crafted equipment, your motor home will require care
and regular maintenance
in order to retain its maximum
performance characteristics. This manual. along with the
information provided
in your Owner's Information Kit outlines
the important areas of maintenance and provides a mainten-
ance schedule that you should follow to assure safe, trouble-free
service from your motor home. Study these instructionscare-
fully. A good working knowledge
of your motor home and
how
to care for it will help you enjoy many miles of
recreational pleasure.
Your motor home has been designed to conform with, or
exceed
the American National Standards Institute A119.2,
ANSI/NFPA 501C, Canadian CSA Standard Z-240
(Canadian-built, or units built for Canada), and/or applicable
motor home vehicle standards. These standards establish the
plumbing, heating, electrical, and other requirements for
quality and safety. Compliance with these standards is
indicated by the seal attached just outside the entry door.
This seal
is the outward sign of internal quality.
The motor home has been thoroughly inspected before ship-
ment. It is the duty of your dealer to inspect the. motor home
and
to prepare it for you during the predelivery phase of the
sale. He will instruct you in its basic use; however, this should
be supplemented by your reading all instructional material
furnished with the motor home. If, after taking delivery of
your new motor home, you feel it requires additional
conditioning or adjustment, please return it to your dealer
as soon as possible.
If you have any questions regarding operation, maintenance,
or service, please contact your dealer immediately so he can
assist you. Your dealer's service
or sales department will
promptly handle any normal problem which might occur.
Customer service
is of utmost importance to your dealer,
as well as to the manufacturer. If, for some reason, a
problem is not handled to your satisfaction, w'e make the
following suggestions:
1. Discuss any warranty-related problems directly with
the General Manager or the Owner of the dealership,
giving him an opportunity to help his service depart-
ment resolve the matter for you.
2. Should a problem arise
that cannot be resolved to
your satisfaction by your local dealer, contact the
factory service supervisor. The back page of this
manual has a factory listing. Please contact the one
nearest you.

IMPORTANT NOTICE
This instructional manual is of general nature
only. Because of the continuous program of
product improvement conducted by Fleet-
wood, it is possible that recent product
changes may
not be included in this manual.
Specifications may change without notice.
The instructions included
in this manual are
intended
as a guide, and in no respect extend
the responsibilities
of Fleetwood Enterprises,
Inc., or its subsidiaries beyond the standard
written warranty
as presented in this manual.
3.
If these efforts have not satisfactorily solved your
problem, please send a letter describing
the
circumstances to: Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc.,
P.O. Box 7300, Riverside, California 92523.
Please include
the brand name and serial number
of your motor home.
4.
If you Wish to call for assistance, please use these
toll free telephone numbers:
From California: (800)
4424804
From Outside California: [phone]
Thank you for choosing our product. Your dealer and we,
the manufacturer, will continually strive to merit your
confidence.
In this manual, statements preceded by the
following words are of special significance:
NOTE: Some equipment and features described
or shown in
this manual may be optional at extra cost.
"WARNING" means that there is the pos·
sibility of personal injury to
yourself and others.
"CAUTION" means that there is the pos·
sibility of damage to the
vehicle or its components.
"NOTE" indicates points of particular
interest for more efficient'and
convenient operation.
Please pay close attention
to these statements
while you read this manual.
NOTE
This product is a recreational vehicle only. It
is not designed or intended to be used as
permanent housing.
NOTICE
Your selling dealer is responsible for performing a
complete predelivery inspection
of the chassis and all
motor home components as specified in the predelivery
checklists supplied by Fleetwood and
the chassis
manufacturer. You should receive a copy
of these
completed checklists from your dealer when your
motor home is delivered to you.
FRONT END ALIGNMENT
As a part of the predelivery inspection procedure, the
dealer is to road test the motor home, noting and
correcting any steering performance problems before
delivery
to the retail customer.
Therefore, Fleetwood and its subsidiaries will
not be
responsible for front end alignment after this required
predelivery inspection
is made.
A
FEW WORDS ON ENERGY ........ .
To
all of us who drive cars or trucks, or
heat and cool homes and businesses, very
little needs
to be said about energy.
Discussions
of the topic often lead to the
question, "What can be done to save our
natural energy resources?" There is no
single simple answer. To some, energy-
efficiency is a problem. Fleetwood thinks
of energy conservation as all opportunity
to research new ideas, while giving you the
best in recreational living. Space-age
technology has given us Iightweight, but
strong and attra~tive materials.
Sophisticated manufacturing techniques
offer
the best in time and energy
management
to bring you a
motor home that has saved energy even
before you drive it away. It's "energy-
efficient engineering."
But we want you
to be involved, too.
And
to help you, we've included ener
gy
-.
saving tips throughout this Owner's
Manual. Whenever you see this symbol
take a second to read the few words beside
it. Try these and other ideas
to save energy.
And then
put the ideas to work. We're sure
you'll feel a lot better
about your next outing.
Fleetwood
is thinking about energy.
And we're helping.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
PLANNING AND PREPARATION ...................... 1
Vehicle Load Capacity Weighting
..................... 4
READY TO LEAVE
................................. 5
< Starting and Warm-up .............................. 5
Safety Belts
...................................... 5
ONTHE ROAD .................................... 6
Driving and Parking
................................ 6
Miscellaneous Safety Tips ........................... 6
Overheating
...................................... 7
Windshield Defrost -
Comfort Control. ................ 7
12-Volt Fuse Replacement
.......................... 7
Tire
........................................... 7
Emergency
Start System ............................. 7
SERVICING ....................................... 9
Motor Home Chassis Operator's Manual
................ 9
Engine Service
.................................... 9
Battery Service
.......... : ........................ 9
Generator Power Plant System
Service, ................ 9
Automotive Air Conditioner (Optional)
................ 9
INTERIOR AND FURNiSHINGS ......... ; ........... 10
Pu II-out Lounge Beds ............................. 10
Spring-Balanced Bunk Beds ................ ; ........ 10
Pedestal Seats ................................... 10
Swing-Down Dinette Table ......................... 10
Storage ........................................ 11
Condensation and Ventilation ....................... 11
LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GAS SYSTEM ............... 13
Using
LP Gas System At Low Temperatures ............ 13
Filling The Chassis-Mounted
LP Gas Tank .............. 13
LP Gas System Leak Checks ........................ 14
PLUMBING ....................................... 15
Fresh Water
..................................... 15
External Water Supply
............................ 15
Filling Fresh Water Supply
..................... " .. 15
Troubleshooting Water System
...................... 16
Sanitizing Water Tank ............................. 16
Waste Water System .............................. 17
Waste Water Draining ................•............ 17
Do's and Don'ts -Waste Tanks
...................... 18
Winterizing
the Water System .................. ; .... 18
Winter Storage Checklist ........................... 19
ELECTRICAl. .......................•............ 21
115-VoltSystem ................................. 21
12-Volt System ...........................•...... 21
115-Volt AC to 12-Volt DC Converter ................ 21
Fuses .......................................... 22
Auxiliary 12-Volt Batteries
........................ 22
Auxiliary Generator Power Plant (Optional)
............ 22
APPLIANCES ..................................... 24
LP Gas Appliances ................................ 24
Roof Air Conditioners (Optional) .................•.. 25
ACCESSORIES ...........................•........ 26
TV Antenna
.................................... 26
AM/FM Stereo Radio/Tape Player
................... 26

CARE AND MAINTENANCE •.•..........•........... 27
Interior Cleaning ........••.................•..•.• 27
Windows
....................................... 28
Locksets and Latches
............................. 28
Plumbing ....................................... 29
Fire Safety
.......•................•............ 29
Exterior
Care ... i •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 29 .
Repairs .........•.•...........•......... : ...... 30
THE DIESEL SOUTHWIND ...........••........•.... 32
Diesel Fuel Requirements ....•.....••.............. 33
Starting The Diesel Engine
..•...................... 33
Emergency Starting
.••....•..••....••.••.......... 35
Engine Oil
and Filter Recommendations .•............. 35
Auxiliary Generator Power Plant ....••.•...•......... 35

FULL ONE-YEAR/15,OOO MILE
...---WARRANTy
FOR MOTOR HOMES MANUFACTURED BY SUBSIDIARIES OF FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES, INC.
SOLD IN THE
UNITED STATES AND CANADA
COVERAGE PROVIDED
Your new motor home, including the structure, plumbing, heating and electrical systems, and all appliances and equipment installed by
the manufacturer, is warranted under normal use to be free from manufacturing defects in material or workmanship,
The warranty extends to the first retail purchaser and his transferee(s) and begins
on the date of original fetall delivery or the date the
motor home Is first placed into service es a tental, commercial or demonstrator unit (whichev(lr occurs firstl. The warranty extends for a
period of
one year from such date or until the unit has received 15,000 total miles of use as determined by the mileage shown on the
odometer (whichever occurs first), Written notlce,of defects must be given to the seiling dealer
or tM manufacturer not later than ten
(10) days after the expiration of the applicable warranty period. .
OWNER'S OBLIGATIONS
The ownar Is responsible for normel maintenance as described In the Owner's Manual; however, minor adjustments (such as adjustments
to
th,e Interior or exterior doors, LP reguletor pressure, ceblnet letchas, TV antenna control, etc,) will be performed by the daaler during
the
fiNlt 90 days of warranty coverage. Thereafter, such adjustments lire the responsibility of the owner as normal maintenance unless
required
as a-direct result of repair or replacement of a defective part undar this warranty.
If a problem OCCUI1 which the owner believes Is covered by this warranty, the owner shall contact the SELltNG DEALER, or other
authorized dealer, giving him sufficient Information to resolVe the matter. The owner shall dollver the motor home to the DEALER or
manufacturing plant location for werranty sarvice.
DEALER'S OBLIGATIONS
By agreemont with the manufacturer, tho doaler is obligated to maintain the motor home prior to retail sole, to perform a detailed pre·
delivery Inspection and to repelr or (eplaceany parts necessary to correct defects In materiel or workmanship.
WHEN THE DEALER DOES NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM
If tha dealer Is uneble or unwilling to resolve a problem which the owner Is convinced is cov&red by the warranty, he should contact the
MANUFACTURING PLANT et the address listed below and provide the mpnufacturer with a description in writing of the problem and
attempts made
to resolv& It,
MANUFACTURING PLANT OBLIGATIONS
Upon receipt
of notice of a claim, where the d&&I&r was unabl& or unwilling to resolve the problem, the manufacturing plant will repair
or replace any parts nac&ssary to correct defects In m&terlel or workmpnship, or will take other &ppropriata action as may be required,
WHEN THE MANUFACTURING PLANT DOES NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM
If the representatives of, the manufecturing plant ere un&ble to resolve the problem and the owner Is convinced that It Is cov&red by the
warrenty, the owner should call the toll·free number listed below to doscriba the problem and th& attempts mad& to resolve it.
WHAT
IS NOT COVERED BY THE EXPRE"SS WARRANTY
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:
1. THE AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEM (INCLUDING THE CHASSIS AND DRIVE TRAIN), TIRES AND BATTERIES,WHICH ARE
COVERED BY THE SEPARATE WARRANTIES OF THE RESPECTIVE MANUFACTURERS OF THESE COMPONENTS.
2, DEFECTS CAUSED BYOR RELATED TO:
A. ABUSE, MISUSE, NEGLIGENCE OR ACCIDENT;
B. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THE OWNER'S MANUAL;
C. ALTERATION OR MODIFICATION OF THE MOTOR HOME;
3. NORMAL DETERIORATION DUE TO WEAR OR EXPOSURE, SUCH AS -FADING OF FABRICS OR DRAPES, CARPET
WEAR, ETC.
4. NORMAL MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE ITEMS,SUCH AS LIGHT BULBS, FUSES, WIPER BLADES, LUBRICANTS, ErC.
6. MOTOR HOMES ON WHICH THE ODOMETER READING HAS BEEN ALTERED.
6. TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM DEALER OR MANUFACTURING PLANT LOCATION, LOSS OF TIME, INCONVEN-
IENCE, COMMERCIAL LOSS, LOSS OF USE, TOWING CHARGES, BUS
FARES,CAR RENTAL, INCIDENTAL(:HARGES
SUCH
AS TELEPHONE CALLS OR HOTEL BILLS, OR OTHER INCIDENTAL OR CQNSEOUENTIAL DAMAGES.
SOME STATES
DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEOUENTIAL DAM·
AGES,
SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES
YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM
STATE TO STATE,
THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY UNDEiUAKING, REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY MADE BY ANY
DEALER OR OTHER PERSON BEYOND THOSE EXPRESSLY SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY.
Brand Name __________________ Model _________ Serial No. ________ _
CORPORATE HEAOOUARTERS:
Consumer Affairs Department
Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc.
P.O. Box 7300
Riverside, California 92523
From California: (800) 442·4804
From Outside of California: (800) 854·4755
printed in USA

1 2
3 4 5 6 8
1. Refrigerator vent 9. Range hood vent
2. Patio light 10. Plumbing vents
3. Luggage/generator compartment
11. Sewer hose storage
4. Main fuel fill 12. Holding tank outlets
5. Patio receptacle 13. Electric cord storage
6. Refrigerator sidewall vent 14. Water heater access door
7. Entry step 15. Furnace vents
8. Auxiliary fuel fill 16. Luggage compartment
17.
LPG compartment
9 10

•
Camping trips and recreational living can
save more energy (and money) than you
think. Turn your home living systems
(heating, air conditioning, etc.)
to
minimum while you're gone. If you plan
an extended trip, turn unneeded systems
completely off. An unoccupied house
doesn't need to consume as much energy
as an occupied one. So remember
to "turn
your house off".
WARNING:
ALWAYS EXTINGUISH PILOT LIGHTS
AND OPEN FLAMES ON YOUR APPLI-
ANCES BEFORE FILLING YOUR GASO·
LINE TANK(S)'
PLANNING
AND
PREPARATION
Plan your trip and organize all preparations before you
leave. Proper preparation is the key to getting the most
enjoyment from your motor home. The following suggestions
are provided as a guide. Review them carefully before start-
ing
on your first trip. Refer to the list when on trips and
make note
of items forgotten to make subsequent trips even
more enjoyable.
• Plan your route carefully. Consult maps and guidebooks.
Become aware beforehand
of road conditions, campsite
availability or other circumstances.
• BE SURE ALL EQUIPMENT IS SERVICED AN D READY
FOR TRAVEL. Check
the following items:
a. Check all fluids including:
Motor Home Engine Crankcase Oil
Transmission Fluid
Power Steering Fluid
1
Radiator Recovery System Reservoir Level
Master Cylinder Brake Fluid
Battery Electrolyte Level
Windshield Washer Reservoir Level
b. Inspect wheel lugs for tightness. (See Chassis Operator's
Manual for Torque Specifications). Examine all tires·
for road damage, then inflate to the proper pressure
as recommended
for the tire size and the operating
conditions appropriate for
your motor home as directed
in the Chassis Operator's Manual. In using your Chassis
Operator's Manual,
note that tire pressures are given
for cold tires used
under normal driving and load
conditions. Always refer to the procedures applicable to
your motor home.
c. Check oil level
in the .generator power plant (if
installed). Refer to instructions and maintenance
manual provided by the generator manufacturer for
other pre-use service requirements applicable to this
equipment. Check
that extra oil and other service
supplies are provided for the generator power plant if
the motor home is to be used for extended periods.
d. Check that jack, jack handle and lug wrench are
properly stowed.
NOTE: The chassis lug wrench may notfit the spare
tire bolts.
Be sure you have the proper size wrench to
remove the spare tire.

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SEWER HOSE
CAUTION
BE SURE THE WEIGHT OF PASSENGERS,
EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES DOES NOT
CAUSE YOUR MOTOR HOME TO EXCEED
AXLE LOADS AND
OVERALL VEHICLE
LOADS FOR WHICH
IT WAS DESIGNED.
IF IN DOUBT, WEIGH THE VEHICLE AT A
PUBLIC SCALE. SEE PARAGRAPH ON
"WEIGHING".
MIRRORS
e. Check that the 115-volt power supply cord is properly
stowed
in its compartment. A power supply cord adapter
will be required in some camping areas. Be sure to use
adapters which provide proper electrical ground.
f. Check that a serviceable fire extinguisher is secured in
the mounting bracket.
g. Verify that all items you plan to take are on board.
h. Check that accessories, such as a sewer hose with the
necessary fittings and a water supply line (such as
garden hose type approved for 125 psi) are on board.
It may be desirable to check ahead with specific
campsites where
you plan to stop for any special
adapters which may be required.
i. Fill fresh water tank, if required. (Refer to Plumbing
Section.)
j. Start the refrigerator a day ahead of time, so it will
be cold for your trip. The refrigerator will stay cold
for several hours after being turned off, while
traveling. Be sure to relight it when parked at your
campsite.
• Check to see that drain line cap and holding tank knife
valve(s) are closed and secured. Add a holding
tank
chemical to a few gallons of water in your body waste
holding tank. (See Plumbing Section).
• Check all stop lights, running lights, turn signals, back-up
lights, mirrors.
• Put motor home contents in "travel" condition.
a. Secure any loose objects which could shift while
traveling.
b. Secure refrigerator
contents (place lids on all
containers holding liquids, for example), then
latch refrigerator door.
c.
Be sure all cabinets have the contents secured
and
the doors latched.
d.
Be sure all exterior doors are closed and locked.
C. Acjjust the driver's seat to the most comfortable
position, then adjust
the side view mirrors for max-
imum visibility.
• Fill the fuel tank(s) and give special attention to the
operation of the fuel tank switch-over valve (if
the optional auxiliary fuel tank is installed). Your
motor home is designed to use only the fuel recom-
mended in the Chassis Operator's Manual. It is
recommended that you use fuel from the auxiliary tank

1. Speedometer
2. Turn indicators
3. Vehicle battery charge indicator
4. Fuel gauge .
5. Engine oil pressure gauge
6. Generator hourmeter
7. Generator remote start/stop switch
8. Radio/tape player
9. Heater/air condito conditioner controls
10. Lighter
11. Remote entry step switch
12. Ignition switch
13. Emergency start switch
14. Engine temperature gauge
15. Parking brake lever
first. Never run a fuel tank completely dry.
• Fill the liquid petroleum (LP) gas fuel tank if required.
• Check for spare fuses of every size used in the vehicle.
(See. Electrical Section) ..
Take the time before leaving to become familiar with the
instrument control panel and the operation of all items in
the driver compartment. Check all instruments to verify
3
that equipment is working. Dash instrument controls
include: two·speed wiper control, windshield washer, lighter,
fuel switch·over valve (optional), three·speed heater/
defroster blower control, heat
level control, fresh air
control, defroster control, and the ajr conditioner blower/
temperature controls (optional). Also located on the dash is
the sound system. The cruise control (optional) is located
on the turn indicator handle. The emergency flasher control
is located on the right side of the steering column. Refer to
the Chassis Operator's Manual or individual instructions
from equipment manufacturers for operation
of equipment,
both standard and optional.
Keep the Chassis Operator's Manual handy. It contains
valuable reference information.

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CAUTION
EXCEEDING THE GAWR
OR GVWR OF
YOUR MOTOR HOME CAN CAUSE UN-
DESIRABLE
HANDLING CHARACTER-
ISTICS
AND MAY CREAl"E A SAFETY
HAZARD. MODIFICATION OF YOUR
VEHICLE BY
ADDITION OF RACKS NOT
SPECIFIED BY THE MANUFACTURER TO
CARRY ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT OR
VEHICLES IS NOT RECOMMENDED AND
MAY VOID YOUR WARRANTY.
VEHICLE LOAD CAPACITY WEIGHING
Your motor home is designed to carry the loads defin~d by
the
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) and Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR) shown on the certification tag posted
on or near the left edge of the instrument panel. These ratings
are for fully-loaded vehicles including passengers and normal
belongings.
Periodically weigh the fully-loaded moto~ home at a pu~lic
scale to determine axle loads. The following procedure IS
suggested, although any method recommended by the scale
operator which correctly determines weight values is ac-
c·eptable. During all measurements, it is important that the
vehicle be kept as level as possible. .
1. Run only the front wheels into the scale platform
and obtain a reading. (This first value is the front
axle Gross Axle Weight.)
2. Next, place the entire vehicle (both axles) on the
scale and obtain a reading. (This second value is
Gross Vehicle Weight.)
3. Drive forward until only the rear axle is on the plat-
form and obtain a reading. (This third reading is
rear axle Gross Axle Weight.)
4. Compare reading 2 with the GVWR f?r y<:>ur ,:,ehicle.
If this reading exceeds the GVWR rating, It Will be
. necessary to reduce total vehicle load.
5. If reading 2 is less than the GVWR of your vehicle,
check
readings 1 and 3 to verify that each is less than
the GAWR
on the certification tag. 'If either exceeds
the GAWR for the axle, redistribute enough equip-
ment from
front to back or back to front to ensure
that loads on front and rear axles are within the
required
limit.
Check vehicle weight periodically to obtain optimum mileage
from tires
and improve handling. Tires should always be
inflated as recommended in the Chassis Manufacturer's
Instructions. See your Chassis Operator's Manual.
•
Every pound of extra weight means extra
gasoline consumption. Don't carry any
more than you
need.

•
Avoid idling. When an engine idles it is
getting zero miles per gallon. If you must
stand for more than
one minute, it's more,
efficient to turn the engine off and restart
it again.
READY TO LEAVE
The following suggestions may be helpful when you are ready
to leave.
STARTING AND WARM-UP
For best results, always follow
the recommendations in your
Chassis Operator's Manual when starting or operating your
engine.
5
NOTE: Be sure transmission is in P (park) and parking brake
is engaged to keep the motor home from rolling. If
the parking brake needs adjustment, see the Chassis
Operator's Manual for proper
adjustment instructions.
SAFETY BELTS
Seat belts are an
important safety feature of your vehicle.
For your protection, it is recommended that all belts be
fastened while
your motor home is in motion. The driver's
seat and all other seats designed to carry passengers while under
way have been equipped with lap belts.
NOTE: All riders should be furnished with and use seat
belts while the vehicle is in motion. Seats which are
not, equipped with safety belts should not be
occupied while vehicle
is in motion and will be
labeled: "NOT FOR USE WH I LE THE VEH ICLE
IS IN MOTION".
Safety belts are adjusted in
the following manner. To lengthen
the belt, tip the buckle at right angles to the belt. Holding the
buckle in this position permits the belt to slide through. Pull on
the buckle until the desired length is obtained. To fasten the
belts, make sure the belts are not twisted, then push the tongue
end of one
belt into the buckle of the mating belt. Be sure it
goes in all the way and that it latches. Tighten by pulling the
loose end of the belt while holding the buckle.
Adjust the belt as low on the abdomen and as snug as comfort
will allow, for greatest safety. Never use a belt for more than
one person at a time. If your belts have been equipped with
retractors, be sure belt
is pulled all the way out of the retractor.
To release the belt, depress the button in the center of the
buckle and slide the tongue out of the buckle.

6
•
Always observe the speed limit.
Remember that for every 10 miles over 50
miles per hour, you could be wasting
between
10% . 15% more fuel.
•
Drive at an easy pace, avoiding jackrabbit
starts. Try
to pace your driving to avoid
red lights.
ON THE ROAD
DRIVING AND PARKING
Once you become accustomed
to the feel of the controls and
the reference points from
the drivE)r's seat, you will find driving
the motor home comparable to driving your family car. Become
familiar with the position of the motor home in traffic, and be
cautious when maneuvering
to allow for the length and width
of the vehicle. Always allow extra room to corner and to change
lanes. Learn
to use the side mirrors to view the road behind.
Check them
oftenas a reference to keep a good road/lane
position.
Drive with consideration on the highway, observing
all
speed and safety regulations. The best cruising speed for your
motor home will vary with road and weather conditions. Re·
member that higher speeds may result in a sharp increase in fuel
consumption.
Driving on winding
or mountain roads is not difficult if done
with reasonable care: Observe proper vehicle speeds when
ascending or descending hills and always operate in
the proper
transmission range. Downshift on hills
to avoid overheating
or undue engine loads. Downshift when descending grades.
Engine braking power will help control vehicle speed, and
will relieve some of the strain on .the brakes.
Allow for the extra height of your motor home and avoid areas
having low overhead clearance. Check for low-hanging tree
branches
or other obstructions whenever you drive or park.
Avoid low roofs when pulling in for service. This may be
particularly important if you drive with the overhead vents
open
or if the motor home is equipped with a roof air
conditioner, a roof rack or
CB antenna.
When parking parallel, be sure
to allow for poles or ob-
structions near the curb, as the front and rear portions of
the motor home swing wider than an automobile. When park-
ing on an incline, turn the front wheels into the curb in the
direction of the roll to aid the parking brake. Always shift
the transmission to PARK (Pl when parking.
MISCELLANEOUS SAFETY TIPS
• When backing
the motor home, have a person stand to
the rear on the driver's side, if possible, to guide you.
• Before departing on a trip, check your routes. Remember,
some tunnels prohibit motorhomes with
LP gas systems.
• While traveling, make sure all occupants use their seatbelts.
• While traveling, make sure
all doors are closed and that
cabinets, drawers, and loose objects are secure.
• Instruct your family on what to do in case of fire, and
hold fire drills periodically.
• Maintain proper charge
in the fire extinguisher.
• Gas and smoke detectors are available from RV equipment
dealers, and may be considered as safety accessories.

WARNING
LOOSENING THE REAR
LUG BOLTS MAY
RELEASE BOTH OUTSIDE AND INSIDE
WHEELS.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REMOVE
LUGS WITHOUT HAVING A JACK
IN
P.ROPER POSITION TO ABSORB WEIGHT.
Under-inflated tires can cause a 2% loss in
fuel for every pound of pressure under the
recommended pressure.
Misaligned wheels cause drag that robs fuel
economy. If you see uneven tire wear,
have front-end alignment checked.
• Keep a well stocked first aid kit handy.
• Keep a tool box handy.
• Check tires often while traveling. Inside rear duals should
receive special attention, as these tires may go flat and not
be noticed. Running a flat on an inside dual could lead to
a tire fire that would be extremely difficult to extinguish.
Make it a·habit
to check tire pressures before each trip,
and when refueling
give each tire a sharp rap on the tread
surface with a piece
of pipe or similar object. Properly
inflated tires produce a
"bung" sound when rapped. If
the tire is flat, the sound will be a dull "thud".
OVERHEATING
The engine and cooling system on your vehicle should be
operated and serviced
as recommended in your Chassis
Operator's Manual.
WINDSHIELD DEFROST -COMFORT CONTROL
During winter months, it is important to keep the wind-
shield clear and keep the passenger compartment at
a comfortable temperature while on the road. This can be
done by use
of the proper combination of heater and
defroster controls.
12-VOL
T FUSE REPLACEMENT
If part of your vehicle electrical system should fail while
on
the road; check the replacement circuit fuses located
in the automotive circuit. These are automotive-type fuses
available at most service stations. Refer to the ELECTR ICAL
section for information on living area 12-volt fuses..
TIRES
Your motor home is equipped with premium-grade truck
tires. Under normal circumstances and with proper main-
tenance, you should receive thousands
of miles of trouble-
free service. .
If you have a flat tire, see your Chassis Operator's
Manual for tire changing instructions. Remember that
your motor home is extremely heavy. The wheel lugs
are very difficult to remove. Each tire and wheel weighs
about 90 pounds and is difficult to handle. Whenever
possible, obtain road service. Attempt to change tires
yourself under emergency conditions only.
EMERGENCY START SYSTEM
An Emergency Start System installed in your motor
home permits using auxiliary battery power to aid in
starting the motor home engine if the vehicle battery
has discharged.
When this occurs (indicated by one or more clicking sounds
when
the key is turned to the START position), use the .
Emergency Start System
as follows:
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NOTE
IF YOUR MOTOR HOME MUST
BE
TOWED, PR.EVENT DAMAGE BY
HAVING THE TOW TRUCK DRIVER
FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS IN
THE OWNER'S MANUAL.
•
A well-tuned engine can improve fuel
economy
by up to 5% .
•
Replace engine air filter regularly.
Maintaining correct carburetor
and
choke operation can increase your
mileage
2% or more.
NOTE:
Shift the transmission to park (P) and apply the
parking brake.
1.. Press down and hold the EmergencyStart switch.
2. Turn the key to start engine in normal manner.
Hold EMERGENCY START button down until
engine
is running.
3. Release EMERGENCY START button and operate
motor home in a normal manner.
When operating properly, your vehicle alternator will be able
to handle normal vehicle driving requirements and also recharge
the battery (or batteries) in a reasonable time when on the road.
TOWING
If your motor home ever needs to be towed, please follow these
instructions:
1. Remove the front bumper at the bumper extensions. Do
not remove the extensions_
2. Place grab hooks to the lower A-frame of the front axle.
Do not place grab hooks against tie rods
or other steering
components_
When placing grab hooks, 4" x 4" x 48"
blocking must be placed under the bumper rail extensions
before lifting.
3.
Place car slings (not truck slings) securely with chains
crossed.
4. Lock anti-sway bar securely to preventrocking.
5.
When lifting, maintain a maximum of 3" to 6" to prevent
weight
damage to the front of the motor home chassis.
6. Refer to chassis owner's manual for towing instructions.
7. Disconnect driveshaft.
Tow for short distrances only, and do not exceed 30 MPH. To
prevent damage to the differential, do not tow for more than
50 miles at a time. Allow one hour cool-down period before
resuming tow.
CAUTION: NEVER TOW THE MOTOR HOME FROM THE REAR.
If the motor home must be towed because of rear axle failure,
please follow these instructions:
8. Remove bolts
that attach the axle shaft flange to the wheel
hub. .
9.
Rap flange with a soft-faced hammer to loosen axle shaft.
10. Grip the rib on the end of the flange and twist to start shaft
removal. .
11. Remove shaft from the axle tube.
12. Follow this procedure
for both rear wheels. Tow the motor
home following procedures 1·7 above.

CAUTION
THE AUTOMOTIVE AIR CONDITIONER
PLACES AN
ADDITIONAL LOAD ON THE
VEHICLE'S COOLING SYSTEM. IF EN·
GINE RUNS ABNORMALLY HOT, SHUT
OFF AIR CONDITIONER
UNTIL ENGINE
COOLS DOWN.
SERVICING
MOTOR HOME CHASSIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Refer to your Chassis Operator's Manual for information
on chassis service recommendations. Have
the coolant
level, the battery electrolyte level and the engine oil
level checked each time when refueling.
NOTE: Proper engine servicing and record of servicing
may be mandatory
to ensure chassis warranty
protection. Follow
the manufacturer's instructions
on periodic maintenance checks.
ENGINE SERVICE
Items serviced from the exterior of the coach are reached
through
the front access door. This door permits servicing
the batteries, the radiator and coolant system, the engine oil
level, oil filler cap, windshield washer, and power steering
reservoir.
Items serviced from inside the coach are reached through
the engine compartment cover located between the driver's
and passenger seats. This gives
accesHo the transmission oil
dipstick and
the air cleaner. The brake fluid reservoir is
under the floor near the accelerator pedal. When the engine
is being serviced from inside the coach, protect your carpet
and furnishings against oil and dirt. Your serviceman will be
glad
to use a protective cloth if you remind him.
BATTERY SERVICE
Main Vehicle Battery
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Your motor home has a 12-volt automotive battery located
under the front engine access door. This battery provides power
for all vehicle requirements. Have this battery serviced when
fueling
or servicing other vehicle systems.
Auxiliary Battery Service
There is an auxiliary 12-volt battery to provide living-ar.ea
power requirements. Service this battery or batteries when
fueling
or servicing other vehicle systems. This battery is also
located
under the front engine access door.
GENERATOR POWER PLANT SYSTEM SERVICE
Generator power plant service, recommended by the generator
manufacturer, should be performed
at an authorized service
center (listed in the information provided in your Owner
Information Kit). Routine or emergency service, such as
adding oil, changing filters or replacing spark plugs, could be
accomplished
at auto service centers but must be done in
accordance with
the service instructions specified by the
generator manufacturer.
AUTOMOTIVE AIR CONDITIONER (Optional)
For specific instructions, refer
to the information provided
by the air conditioner manufacturer.

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PULL-OUT LOUNGE
INTERIOR
AND
FURNISHINGS
.PULL-OUT LOUNGE BEDS
To convert a pull-out or lounge seat into a bed, proceed as
follows:
1. Release pin under cushion_
2. Pull out the support tray by grasping the trim below
the outside of the cushion, pulling it outward, like
a·drawer.
3. Unsnap
the cushion backs where they are attached
to the rear panel. The cushions may have hidden
fasteners which require a simple pulling action of
the tab to release.
4. Slide
the lower cushions out, unfold the back cushions
and lay them flat
to complete the bed.
SPRING-BALANCED BUNK BEDS
Spring-balanced overhead bunks (optional) are located at the
ceiling in the front_ Place both hands on the center rim and
pull firmly down and forward against counter-tensioned
springs.
Be sure that fastener straps are properly snapped
when traveling. Swing sun'visors
UP and out of the way
before moving
the front bunks down. When raising the bunk
be sure
that no loose items which may strike the ceiling,
are on
top of the bunk. The overhead bunk should not be
used
as a storage area.
PEDESTAL SEATS
Pedestal seats may have two types of position controls. The
seat can be moved forward
or back by releasing the catch
under
the front of the seat. The seat may swivel in either
direction.
Be certain that seat controls and locks are secure
prior
to driving the vehicle and never adjust the seat position
while
in motion.
SWING-DOWN DINETTE TABLE
To convert a swing-down dinette table into a bed, proceed as
follows:
1. Reach under table and fold leg back by releasing leg
latch.
2. Raise front portion of table several inches to dis-
engage inserts from wall plates.
3. Lower table
top into position to complete base for bed.
4. Slide seat and back cushion into place over bed area.

SWING DOWN DINETTE TABLE
WARNING
OUTSIDE STORAGE COMPARTMENT
ARE NOT SEALED, VENTED
ENCLOSURES, AND MAY BE
ACCESSIBLE FROM INSIDE THE
MOTOR HOME. USE CARE WHEN
STORING FLAMMABLE, VOLATILE
LlOUIDS, HAZARDOUS CHEMICALS
OR EOUIPMENT IN THESE AREAS.
STORAGE
Storage facilities in your motor home have been especially
designed
to remain secure while the vehicle is in motion.
Exterior compartments have key-operated locks. The
LP
gas compartment, is required by fire prevention regulations
to be unlocked at all times. Drawers rest in small notches
or detents, when closed; to open, lift slightly to clear the
detent, then pull open. For best results, follow a few
simple rules when stowing articles
in the motor home.
1. Always keep tools and equipment stored in areas
where they
will not shift while traveling.
2. Wherever possible, place heavy articles in storage
compartments which are low and between
the axles
for better weight distribution.
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3. Use a "packing" technique of the articles in a
compartment
to prevent shifting. If necessary, secure
articles with straps
to prevent movement.
4.
B.e sure that containers holding liquids are capped and
cannot tip
or spill. When glass containers (or dishes)·
are transported, secure them
well to protect against
accidental breakage.
5. Exterior storage compartments may not be water-
tight in all climate conditions. Any articles which
could be damaged by water should be carried
inside the motor home.
Free Standing Furniture
When preparing for travel, be sure
to secure free-standing
furniture against motion. Traveling motions can cause these
items
to move around inside the motor home, possibly
damaging other furniture, cabinetry,
or flooring. Sudden
stops could cause moving furniture to become hazardous.
CONTROLLING MOISTURE CONDENSATION
Just as moisture collects on the outside of a glass of cold
water during humid weather, moisture can condense on
the inside surfaces of your recreational vehicle during use
in cold weather when humidity of the interior air is high.
This condition
is much greater in a recreational vehicle
than
in most houses because the insulated walls of the
vehicle are much thinner than house walls, and the small
size and tight construction of the vehicle allow a quick
buildup
of high moisture levels in the inside air.
The air inside a recreational vehicle can contain a sur-
prisingly large amount of water vapor. Estimates indicate
that a family of four can vaporize up to three gallons of
water daily through breathing, cooking, bathing, and washing
washing. Unless this water vapor
is carried outside by
ventilation,
or condensed by a dehumidifier, it will con-
dense on the inside of windows and walls.
You can reduce
or eliminate interior moisture conden-
sation during cold weather by taking the following steps:
1. Ventilate with outside air.
Partially open one or more roof vents and one or
more windows to provide controlled circulation of
outside air into the interior. While this ventilation
will increase furnace heating load, it will greatly
reduce, or eliminate, water condensation.

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Increase ventilation when larger numbers of people
are in the vehicle.
NOTE: Even when it is raining or snowing, ventilation air
from outside will be far drier
than interior air and
will effectively reduce condensation.
2. Install stormwindows.
Install tight·fitting storm windows to reduce or
eliminate condensation on window glass. The in-
terior surface of the window will be at least 20 degrees
warmer, greatly reducing moisture condensation.
3. Reduce moisture released inside
the vehicle.
Run the range vent fan when cooking and the bath
vent fan (or open
the bath \,lent) when bathing to
carry water vapor out of the vehicle. Avoid making
steam from excessive boiling
or use of hot water.
Remove water
or snow from shoes before entering
to avoid soaking the carpet. Avoid drying wet over-
coats
or other clothes inside the vehicle.
Do not heat the vehicle interior with the range or
oven. In addition to the hazards of toxic fumes and
oxygen depletion which make heating by the range
or oven very dangerous, open flames add moisture
to the interiorair, increasing condensation.
4. Ventilate closets and cabinets.
During prolonged use
in very cold weather, leave
cabinet and closet doors partially open to warm and
ventilate
the interiors of storage compartments
built against exterior walls. The air flow will warm the ex-
terior wall surface, reducing
or eliminating condensation
and preventing possible ice formation.
5. Install a dehumidifier appliance.
During prolonged, continuous use, a dehumidifying
appliance may be more comfortable and effective in
removing excess moisture from the interior air.
While use
of a dehumidifier is not a "cure·all", and
ventilation, storm windows, and moisture reduction
continue
"to be important, operation of the de-
humidifier will reduce
the amount of outside air
needed for ventilation. Heating load on
the furnace
will be reduced, and
the interior will be less drafty.