Fleetwood 1990 User manual

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owner's manual

SAFETY REGULATIONS REGARDING LP GAS SYSTEMS AND LP GAS APPLIANCES
The manufacturer of this recreational vehicle is required to furnish the following consumer information as provided by the National Fire Prevention
Association and the American National Standards Institute. The information and warnings found here may also be found in other sections
of this Owner's Manual. Please see sections titled "liquid Petroleum Gas System" and "Appliances" for other safety and operating information.
WARNING: LP GAS CONTAINERS SHALL NOT BE PLACED OR STORED INSIDE THE VEHICLE. LP GAS CONTAINERS ARE EQUIPPED WITH SAFETY DEVICES
WHICH RELIEVE EXCESSIVE PRESSURE BY DISCHARGING GAS TO THE ATMOSPHERE.
WARNING:IT IS NOT SAFE TO USE COOKING APPLIANCES FOR COMFORT HEATING. COOKING APPLIANCES NEED FRESH AIR FOR SAFE OPERATION. BEFORE
OPERATION:
1. OPEN OVERHEAD VENT OR TURN ON EXHAUST FAN, AND
2. OPEN WINDOW.
THIS WARNING LABEL HAS BEEN LOCATED IN THE COOKING AREA TO REMIND YOU TO PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF FRESH AIR FOR COMBUSTION.
UNLIKE HOMES; THE AMOUNT OF OXYGEN SUPPLY IS LIMITED DUE TO THE SIZE OF THE RECREATIONAL VEHICLE, AND PROPER VENTILATION WHEN USING
THE COOKING APPLIANCESISI WILL AVOID DANGERS OF ASPHYXIATION. IT IS ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT THAT COOKING APPLIANCES NOT BE USED FOR
COMFORT HEATING AS THE DANGER OF ASPHYXIATION IS GREATER WHEN THE APPLIANCE IS USED FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME.
WARNING: PORTABLE FUEL·BURNING EQUIPMENT, INCLUDING WOOD AND CHARC.o~L GRILLS AND STOVES, SHALL NOT BE USED INSIDE THIS RECREATIONAL
VEHICLE. THE USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT INSIDE THE RECREATIONAL VEHICLE MAY CAUSE FIRES OR ASPHYXIATION.
WARNING: DO NOT BRING OR STORE LP GAS CONTAINERS, GASOLINE, OR OTHER FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS INSIDE THE V~HIClE BECAUSE A FIRE OR EXPLOSION
MAY RESULT.
A warning label has been located near the LP gas container. This label reads: DO NOT Fill CONTAINER{S) TO MORE THAN 80 PERCENT OF CAPACITY.
Overfilling the LP gas container can result in uncontrolled gas flow which can cause fire or explosion. A properly filled container will contain approximately 80
percent of its volume as liquid lP gas.
The following label has been placed in the vehicle near the range area:
IF YOU SMELL GAS:
1. Extinguish any open flames, pilot lights and all smoking materials.
2. Do not touch electrical switches.
3. Shut off the gas supply at the tank valve!s) or gas supply connection.
4. Open doors and other ventilating openings.
5. leave the area until odor clears.
6. Have the gas system checked and leakage source correoted before using again.
lP gas regulators must always be installed with the diaphragm vent facing downward. Regulators that are not in compartments have been equipped with a protective
cover. Make sure that regulator vent faces downward and the cover is kept in place to minimize vent blockage which could result in excessive gas pressure
causing fire or explosion.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Certain of our forest product suppliers have advised that urea~formaldehyde is used in the production of particle board, hardwood
.plywood or paneling which they supply us and which we utilize in our finished product. These suppliers have requested that
we communicate this to our customers.
For your information, we are reproducing samples of statements which have been provided to us by our suppliers.
WARNING: THIS PROOUCT IS MANUFACTURED WITH UREA-FORMALDEHYDE RESIN. FORMALDEHYDE VAPOR MAY IN SOME
PEOPLE CAUSE HEADACHES, EYE, NOSE AND THROAT IRRITATION, AND AGGRAVATION OF ALLERGIES AND RESPIRATORY
PROBLEMS, SUCH AS ASTHMA. PROPER VENTILATION SHOULD REDUCE THE RISK OF SUCH PROBLEMS
Champion International Corporation
WARNING: IRRITANT: THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS A UREA-FORMALDEHYDE RESIN AND MAY RELEASE FORMALDEHYDE
VAPORS
IN LOW CONCENTRATIONS. FORMALDEHYDE CAN BE IRRITATING TO THE EYES AND UPPER RESPIRATORY SYSTEM
OF ESPECIALLY SUSCEPTIBLE PERSONS SUCH AS THOSE WITH ALLERGIES OR RESPIRATORY AILMENTS. USE WITH
ADEQUATE VENTILATION.
IF SYMPTOMS DEVELOP, CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN.
Georgia~Pacific Corporation
WARNING: THIS PRODUCT IS MANUFACTURED WITH A UREA-FORMALDEHYDE RESIN AND WILL RELEASE SMALL
QUANTITIES OF FORMALDEHYDE. FORMALDEHYDE LEVELS IN THE INDOOR AIR CAN CAUSE TEMPORARY EYE AND
RESPIRATORY IRRITATION, AND MAY AGGRAVATE RESPIRATORY CONDITIONS OR ALLERGIES. VENTILATION WILL REDUCE
INDOOR FORMALDEHYDE LEVELS. Weyerhaeuser Company
Ventilation is important in maintaining a comfortable environment and we direct your attention to the discussion of ventilation
contained in your Owner's Manual.

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 retail de1ivery or the date the motor
home is first placed into service as a rental, commercial or demonstrator unit (whichever occurs first), 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 Iwhichaver
occurs first), Written notice of defects must be given to the selling dealer or the manufacturer not later than ten (10) days after the expiration
of the applicable warranty pariod.
OWNER'S OBLIGATIONS
The owner is responsible for normal maintenance as describad in the .Owner's Manual: however, minor adjustments (such as adjustmants to
the Interior of exterior doors, LP regulator pressure, cabinet latches, TV antenna control, etc.! will be performed by the deaier during the first
90 days of warranty coverage. Thereafter, such adjustments are the responsibility of the ownar as normal maintenance unless required as a
direct result
of repair or replacement of a defective pert under this warranty.
If a problem occurs which the owner believes is covered by this warranty, the owner shall contact the SELLING DEALER, or other authorized
dealer, giving
him sufficient information to resolve the matter. ThE! owner shall deliver the motor home to the DEALER or manufacturing plant
location for warranty service.
DEALER'S OBLIGATIONS
By agreement with the manufacturer, the dealer is obligated to maintain the motor home prior to retail sale, to perform a detailed predelivery
inspection and
to repair or replace any parts necessary to correct defects in material or workmanship.
WHEN THE DEALER DOES NOT
RESOLVE THE PROBLEM
If the dealer is unable or unwilling to resolve a problem which the owner is convinced is covered by the warranty, he should contact the MANUFAC·
TURING PLANT
at the address listed below and provida the manufacturer with a description in writing of the problem and attempts made to
resolve it.
MANUFACTURING PLANT OBLIGATIONS
Upon receipt
of notice of aclaim, where the dealer was unable or unwilling to resolve the problam, the manufacturing plant will repair or replace
any parts necessary
to correct defects In material or workmanship, or wlll take other appropriate action as may be required.
WHEN THE MANUFACTURING PLANT DOES NOT
RESOLVE THE PROBLEM
If the representetives of the manufacturing plant are unable to resolve the problem and the owner is convinced that it is covered by the warranty,
the owner should call the toll·free number listed below to describe the problem and the attempts made to resolve it.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THE EXPRESS 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 "'FHESE COMPONENTS.
2. DEFECTS CAUSED BY OR 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 ExpdsURE, SUCH AS FADING OF FABRICS OR DRAPES, CARPET WEAR, ETC.
4. NORMAL MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE IT~MS, SUCH AS LIGHT BULBS, FUSES, WIPER BLADES, LUBRICANTS, ETC.
5. MOTOR HOMES ON WHICH THE ODOMETER READING HAS BEEN ALTERED.
6. TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM DEALER OR MANUFACTURING PLANT LOCATION, LOSS OF TIME, INCONVENIENCE, COMMER·
CIAL
LOSS, LOSS OF USE, TOWING CHARGES, BUS FARES, CAR RENTAL, INCIDENTAL CHARGES SUCH AS TELEPHONE CALLS
OR HOTEL BILLS, OR OTHER INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
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.
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 ANV UNDERTAKING, REPRESENTATION. OR WARRANTY MADE BY ANY DEALER OR OTHER
PERSON BEYOND THOSE EXPRESSLY SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY.
Brand Nama _B"'O=U"N"'D=-E=-R"-- __________ Modol -' ________ 50rial No. ________ _
MANUFACTURING PLANT:
Fleetwood
Motor Homes of California, Inc.
2350 Fleetwood Dr. - P.O. Box 5726
Riverside, California 92517
17141 787-9460
CORPORATE HEA~QUARTERS:
Consumer Affairs Department
Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc.
P.O. Box 7300
Riverside, California 92523
From California: [phone]
From Outside of California: (800) 854·4755
printed in USA
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APPLIANCES .......................... 36
Brakes ................................ 41
Water Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Brake Hose Inspection ................... 41
Furnace ............................ 36
Lining Inspection ....................... 41
Range ............................. 36
Drive Belts And Specifications .............. 41
Range Exhaust. Hood .................. 36
Exterior ............................... 42
Air Conditioner ...................... 36
Stains ............................... 42
Refrigerator ......................... 37
Smoke Detector ......................... 37
MAINTENANCE ............................ 38
Lubrication ............................. 38
Wheels And Tires ........................ 38
Windows, Doors, Vents and Locks .......... 42
Sealant Renewal ....................... 42
Roof Resealing ........................ 42
Door
and Window Resealing .............. 43
Tire Inspection And Rotation .............. 38
Inflation Pressure ....................... 38
Interior ............... , ................ 43
Upholstery and Drapes .................. 43
Wheel And Tire Balancing ................ 38 Wall
and Ceiling Panels .................. 43
Tire Replacement ....................... 39 Floors
and Carpeting .................... 43
Engine ................................• 39
Engine Oils ........................... 39
Engine
Fuel Systems ..................... 39
Fuel And Air Filters ..................... 39
PREPARING THE MOTOR HOME FOR
LONG~ERM STORAGE ....................... 44
Storage Check List ....................... 44
Air Cleaner Element Replacement .......... 39 Short-term Storage (less than
60 days)
Cooling System ......................... 39 Above Freezing
........................ 44
Maintenance And Inspection .............. 39 Long-term Storage Above Freezing
.......... 44
Coolant Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Winterization And Winter Storage . . . . . . . . . . . .
44
Flushing Cooling System ................. 40
Winter Storage Below Freezing ............ 44
Engine Electrical ......................... 40
Water System Winterizing ................ 44
Jump Starting ......................... 40
General Vehicle Winter Storage Check List .... 46
Transmission ............................ 40
Reactivating The Motor Home After Storage .. 46
Maintenance and Inspection .............. 40
MAINTENANCE CHART ...................... 48
Heating And Air Conditioning ......•........ 40
TIRE REPLACEMENT ........................ 49
,Inspection ............................ 40
If You Get A Flat Tire ................... 49
Air Conditioner Operational Quick Checks .... 40
Changing A Flat Tire .................... 49
Electrical Circuit Diagnosis ................ 41
Vacuum System Diagnosis ................ 41
Refrigeration Section .................... 41
Front Suspension And Alignment ............ 41
Required Tools And Equipment ............. 49
Ford Chassis .......................... 50
Chevrolet And Oshkosh Chassis . . . . . . . . . . . 50
To Change A Front Tire .................. 50
To Change A Rear Tire .................. 51
Rear Suspension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Mor/Ryde Tag Axle ..................... 52

TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1
Planning And Preparation ................... 2
Loading And Weight Distribution
.............. 2
Have
It All Under Control ................... 2
Inspect And Maintain ...................... 2
The Owner's Information
Package ............. 2
Chassis And Vehicle Identification
............. 3
Keys And Locks .......................... 3
Emergency And Identification Information
....... 4
Pre-Travel Check List ....................... 6
Cockpit And Driver's Controls
................ 7
Driver/Passenger Seats
.................... 8
Seat Belts ............................. 8
Child Restraint .......................... 9
Sunvisors ............................. 9
Front/Side Slider Windows ................. 9
Driving And Parking
....................... 9
Fuel And Fuel Systems .................... 10
Fuel Fill .............................. 10
Fuel Types And Vapor Lock ............... 10
Alternative Fuel Types ................... 10
Overheating ........................... 10
Variable Speed Engine Fan ................ 10
Engine Exhaust System Component Heat ...... 10
Carbon Monoxide Safety Precautions ......... 10
Safety Tips ............................. 11
Engine Access ......................... 11
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11,49
Towing ................................ 12
ON THE ROAD ............................ 13
Motor Home Loading ..................... 13
Carrying Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 13
Determining and Distributing Your
Motor Home Load ........................ 13
Weighing Your Loaded Motor Home. . . . . . . .. 13
Weighing Your Loaded Motor Home
-
Tag Axle Models. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 14
Loading Tips
.......................... 15
Trailer Hitches And Towing ................. 15
Towing Automobiles ..................... 15
LIVING WITH YOUR MOTOR HOME ............. 16
Manual Entry Steps ..................... 16
Power Entry Steps ...................... 16
Entry Assist Handle (Selected Models Only) ... 16
Entry Doors, Screens, And Locks ........... 16
Windows ............................. 16
Emergency Exit Window ................. 16
Storage ............................... 16
Exterior Compartments ................... 16
Interior Storage ........................ 17
Interior And Furnishings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Dinette Conversion ...................... 17
Sofa/Lounge Conversion .................. 17
Folding Doors ......................... 17
Interior Lighting ........................ 17
Overhead Vents ........................ 17
Effects Of Prolonged Occupancy ............. 18
Controlling Moisture Condensation . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Fire Safety ............................. 18
Smoke Detector ........................ 19
PLUMBING SYSTEMS ......... " . . .. .. . . . . . . 20
Fresh Water System ...................... 20
Water Purifier System ................... 21
The Water Pump ....................... 21
The Monitor Panel ...................... 21
Sanitizing The Fresh Water System ......... 22
Troubleshooting The Fresh Water System ..... 22
Leaks ............................... 22
Clogged Water Filter
.................... 22
Water Pump Troubleshooting
.............. 22
The Waste Water System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
23
Toilet ................................ 23
Toilet Maintenance ...................... 23
Toilet Troubleshooting ................... 24
Dumping The Holding Tanks .............. 24
Holding Tank Care And Maintenance ........ 25
Water System Winterizing .................. 25
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS ...................... 26
Chassis Electrical System .................. 26
Chassis Bulbs and Fuses ................. 26
12-volt Coach System .................... 26
Auxiliary Battery ....................... 26
Battery Inspection and Care .............. 26
Battery Charging ....................... 27
Selecting A Replacement Battery ........... 27
120-volt AC System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
The Power Converter .......... , ......... 27
Ground Fault Interrupter
................... 27
Entertainment Equipment .................. 28
TV Antenna ............................ 28
TV "Ghosts" And FM "Flutter .............. 28
Minimizing Multipath Distortion and Improving
Signal Quality
......................... 29
Generator Power Plant .................... 29
Generator Operating Safety Precautions
...... 30
Warm Weather Operation ................. 30
Cold Weather Operation .................. 30
Preparation For Storage .................. 31
Reactivating Generator System After
Long Term Storage ...................... 31
Generator Maintenance And Service ......... 31
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WIRING ................. 31
LPG SYSTEM .............................. 32
LP Gas Safety Precautions ................. 32
System Components ...................... 33
Hoses And Fittings ..................... 33
LP Gas Regulator ...................... 33
Using LP Gas System At Low Temperatures .... 33
Filling LP Gas Tanks ...................... 34
LP Gas System Leak Checks ............... 34
LPG Leak Detector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Lighting LP Gas Appliances ................ 35

INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the recreational vehicle life-style and
the growing family of motor home owners. We
sincerely thank you for choosing a Fleetwood motor
homel
Your Bounder 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 an operating guide so
that you can obtain the best performance from those
features. Your motor home has been designed to con-
form with, or exceed, the American National Stan-
dards Institute A119.2, NFPA 501C, Canadian CSA
Standard Z-240 (units built for Canada only), and ap-
plicable motor 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.
Like all finely crafted equipment, your Bounder will
require care and regular maintenance in order to
deliver maximum value and performance. The dealer
will give you basic operating and maintenance instruc-
tions; however, supplement this instruction by reading
all instructional material furnished with the motor
home in the Owner's Information Package and
Chassis Operator's Manual. If, after taking delivery
of your new motor home, you feel it requires addi-
tional conditioning or adjustment, please return it to
.your dealer as soon as possible. This Owner's Manual,
along with the information provided in your Owner's
Information Package and Chassis Operator's Manual
outlines important areas of maintenance and provides
a maintenance schedule for you to follow to ensure
safe, troublefree service from your motor home. Study
these instructions carefully before you operate the
motor home for the first time. Spend some time with
your dealer going over safety and operating instruc-
tions before you leave the dealer's lot. A good work-
ing knowledge of your motor home and how to care
for it will help you enjoy many miles and years of
recreational living.
If you have any questions regarding operation,
maintenance, or service, please contact your dealer
immediately so he can assist you. Your dealer's'Ser-
vice or Sales Department will handle any normal pro-
blems which might occur.
Your motor home is covered by one of the most
comprehensive warranty programs in the RV industry,
and this manual contains a section outlining the war-
ranty and explaining your rights and obligations, as
well as the rights and obligations of the dealer and
manufacturer, under the terms of the warranty. Please
read this section carefully. You will be better inform-
ed in case you have a warranty-related problem, and
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your dealer will be better able to get you on the road
again.
If there is anything about the warranty or what it
does or does not cover, please contact your dealer.
The materials in your Owner's Information Package
contain warranty information on the various ap-
pliances and components in your motor home. War-
ranty registration cards for these items should be filled
out and mailed as soon as possible after you take
delivery of your motor home. Your dealer can help you
with this.
You will automatically receive an Ownercare Card
approximately 3-4 weeks after delivery of your new
Bounder. This plastic card is imprinted with your
name, the motor home serial number, and manufac-
turing plant location. If your motor home ever needs
warranty service, present this card to the dealer.
Always return your motor home to the selling dealer
for warranty service. If this is not possible, you may
contact any other authorized Bounder dealer, or any
authorized Fleetwood motor home dealer. The ser-
vice department at any of the plants listed on the
inside back cover of this manual can help you find
a dealer in your area.
If, for some reason, a problem is not handled to
your satisfaction:
1. Discuss any warranty-related problems direct-
ly with the manager or owner of the dealer-
ship, giving him an opportunity to help his ser-
vice department resolve the matter for you.
2. If a problem arises that cannot be resolved to
your satisfaction by your local dealer, contact
the factory service manager. The factories are
listed in this manual. Please contact the one
nearest you.
3. We sincerely believe that your dealer and the
factory representative will be able to solve any
problem which might arise. If their combined
efforts are not satisfactory, please send a let-
ter describing the circumstances to:
4.
Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc.
Consumer Affairs Department
P.O. Box 7300
Riverside, CA 92523
Please include the brand name and serial
number of your motor home. The serial number
is located on the identification tag next to the
entry door.
If you wish to call for assistance, please use
these toll-free telephone numbers:
From California: [phone]
From outside California: [phone]

NOTE: Some equipment and features described
or
shown in this manual may be optional on
some models. This instructional manual is
of
general nature only. Because of the continuous
program
of product improvement conducted by
Fleetwood, 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 intend-
ed as a guide, and in no respect extend the
responsibilities of the manufacturing subsidiary,
parent company or affiliates beyond
the stan-
dard written warranty as presented in this
manual.
Photographs or illustrations in this manual are
representative
of function and may not be
specific in their depiction
of actual equipment,
fabrics, interior or exterior decor or design op-
tions as installed on or in your motor home.
NOTE: This product is designed for recreational
use and
short term occupancy only. It is not
designed or intended to be used as permanent
housing. Use
of this product for long term or
permanent occupancy may lead
to premature
deterioration of interior finishes, fabrics,
carpeting, and drapes. Damage or deterioration
due
to long term occupancy may not be con-
sidered normal, and may under the terms of the
warranty, constitute misuse, abuse, or neglect,
and may therefore reduce your warranty protec-
tion. This manual contains a discussion of long
term occupancy problems. Please refer to that
section before considering this product for long
term occupancy.
The
motor home has been thoroughly inspected
before shipment. YOUR DEALER
IS RESPONSIBLE
FOR PERFORMING A COMPLETE PREDELIVERY IN-
SPECTION
OF THE CHASSIS AND ALL MOTOR
HOME COMPONENTS AS SPECIFIED
IN THE
PREDELIVERY CHECKLISTS SUPPLIED
BY THE
MOTOR HOME MANUFACTURER AND THE CHASSIS
MANUFACTURER. YOU SHOULD RECEIVE A COPY
OF THESE COMPLETED CHECKLISTS FROM YOUR
DEALER WHEN YOUR MOTOR HOME IS DELIVERED
TO YOU.
AS A PART OF THE PREDELIVERY INSPECTION PRO-
CEDURE, THE DEALER IS TO ROAD TEST THE
MOTOR HOME, NOTING AND CORRECTING ANY
STEERING PROBLEMS BEFORE DELIVERY.
THEREFORE, FLEETWOOD AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES
WILL
NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR FRONT END ALIGN-
MENT AFTER THIS PREDELIVERY INSPECTION IS
DONE.
PLANNING AND PREPARATION
Each year millions of Americans embark on trips
using some type of recreational vehicle. Proper plan-
ning of your trip will ensure a pleasurable experience.
A thorough knowledge
of your RV is important if you
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are going to get the most out of the convenience and'
safety items built into your vehicle. Be as familiar with
it as you are with your personal car or truck. The
booklets included in your Owner's Information
Package cover details of operation for the major ap-
pliances and equipment built
into your motor home
for your comfort, convenience and safety. Later sec-
tions in this manual will also explain how to operate,
maintain, and service important components and
systems in your
motor home.
LOADING AND WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION
Proper loading is one of the most important con-
siderations when traveling in an RV. Your motor home
is built
to safely carry a certain maximum load. For
safety'S sake, NEVER OVERLOAD THE MOTOR HOME.
This manual contains a detailed section that explains
proper loading and weighing of the vehicle.
HAVE IT ALL UNDER CONTROL
Remember, your new motor home is a large vehi-
cle and requires different driving skills than a
passenger car. Later in this manual we'll outline some
tips on
how to become familiar with the handling
characteristics and driving techniques that you need
to know to be a safe motor home driver. Of course,
don't overlook the laws of your state or province that
govern driving a motor home. Your state or provincial
Motor Vehicle Department can provide you with the
applicable vehicle codes that spell out your rights and
responsibilities as a motor home owner.
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. Adherence
to these schedules will minimize the possibility of
failure of any important system or part of your motor
home. The time spent inspecting and maintaining your
motor home will provide you with many years of
recreational pleasure.
THE OWNER'S INFORMATION PACKAGE

This package contains very valuable documents
about your motor home and its components and
systems. This
Owner's Manual is in this package.
Since this owner's manual does
not cover every possi-
ble detail of equipment and options installed on or
in your
motor home, there are booklets and instruc-
tional material in the package that will help you safe-
ly operate, maintain and troubleshoot those items. Be
sure you read all this information and understand the
safety and operating instructions included in
the
package. Keep these references handy. If you ever
decide
to sell or trade your motor home, be sure the
new owner gets all the material in this package.
CHASSIS AND VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
Several numbers are used to identify the vehicle
and components used on the vehicle. The V.I.N. or
Vehicle Identification Number is the legal identifica-
tion of the completed vehicle and is the number on
tt)e vehicle registration. The V.I.N. is found on the DOT
certification tag attached to the left sidewall of the
motor home driver compartment. Refer to this infor-
mation when ordering parts from the chassis
manufacturer or chassis dealer service center. The
Fleetwood Identification Number IF.I.N.) is located on
the plate just outside the main entry door and on the
outside left
front side of the motor home. Use this
number
when ordering parts through your Fleetwood
dealer or Service Center.
KEYS AND LOCKS
The keys to your motor home are pictured below.
Record all key numbers and keep them in a safe place
at home and in the motor home.
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Key No.: ______________ _
Other Sources Of Information
Since everyone's recreational and travel needs are
different, many good publications are available
for
RV'ers. These books and magazines offer many tips
and guidelines ranging from safe operation of your
RV to regional recipe favorites, travel hints and direc-
tories
of all kinds. Many of them contain first-person
accounts
of experienced RV'ers that can be both
entertaining and informative.
The
following is a list of publishers that may be
of interest:
TL Enterprises
29901 Agoura Road
Agoura, CA 91300
Intertec
P.O. Box 12901
Overland Park, KS 66212
Woodall Publishing Co.
Box F
Highland Park, IL 60035
Trail-R-Club of America
Box
1376 B
Beverly Hills, CA 90213
Family Motorcoaching
8291 Clugh Pike
Cincinnati,
OH 45244
Scott, Foresman & Co.
1909 K St. N.w.
Washington,
D.C. 20049
Recreation Vehicle Industries Association
P.O. Box 2999 .
1896 Preston White Drive
Reston, VA 22090

EMERGENCY AND IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION
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PRE:rRAVEL CHECK LIST
Exterior
Disconnect water, electrical, and drain lines
Check roof top carrier (if installedl
Remove blocks from wheels
Check wheel nut torque. (See chassis Operator's Manual)
Check LPG tank level and refill if necessary
Check hitch and hitch ball
Check tires and adjust pressures if necessary
Check batteries
Check running lights, turn signals, interior and panel lights
Check brakes, brake fluid, brake lights
Check cooling system
Check windshield wipers, washers, and washer fluid
Retract step
Interior
Lower TV antenna
Lock refrigerator door
Turn off water heater
Turn off water pump
Turn off furnace
Turn off range pilot
Close cooktop cover
Close roof vents
Close all doors, drawers and windows
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COCKPIT AND DRIVER'S CONTROLS
Consult Chevrolet or Oshkosh Operator's Manual
for additional information.
The main instrument cluster and switches
are located
on a hinged panel directly in front of the driver. The
panel lifts up allowing access to fuses, wiring and in-
struments below
and behind the panel.
Parking Brake -The parking brake lever is
located on the floor near the left driver wall. Pull
the lever up to set the brake, push down to
release.
Cruise Control -The cruise control is located
either on the turn signal lever (Chevrolet chassis)
or
the steering wheel (Oshkosh chassis).
WARNING: Do not use the cruise control on slippery
roads
or in congested traffic.
NOTE: See Chassis Operator's Manual before engag-
ing system.
Headlight Switch -The three-position light
switch controls the headlights, taillights, park-
ing lights, sidemarker lights and instrument lights.
Instrument light intensity can be varied by turn-
ing knob
clockwise or counterclockwise.
The headlight circuit is protected by a circuit
breaker in the
light switch. An overload on the
breaker will cause
the lights to "flicker" on and
off. If this condition develops, have your headlight
wiring checked immediately.
2-Speed Windshield Wiper/Washer
with Delay-
Turn inner knob clockwise for wiper action. The
wiper blades are mounted on "articulated" arms
that allow the blades to follow a wiping path as
wide as possible.
OFF-No wiper action.
1st
notch-Wiper delay ON. Turn knob
clockwise for longer delay between wiper
strokes.
2nd
notch-Slow wiping action.
3rd
notch -Fast wiping action.
To WASH, press knob, then release. One press
of washer knob cycles wipers once. The washer
nozzles are located on
the wiper arms close to
the wiper blades. They move with the blades and
provide continuous washer coverage.
Auxiliary
Start System -The Auxiliary Start
System permits using the auxiliary battery (see
Electrical System) to start the motor home engine
if the vehicle battery is discharged.
• Before engaging system, be sure the vehicle
is stopped, shift to "P" (PARK) and apply the
parking brake.
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The Auxiliary Start System has no effect on the
vehicle except
to aid in starting the motor home
engine.
If the vehicle alternator is operating pro-
perly,
the batteries will be recharged while driv-
ing (see Electrical System).
The auxiliary start system will engage
automatically when the main (chassis) battery
charge is insufficient to crank the engine. The
instrument panel indicator will show either of
two normal conditions when the ignition switch
is turned to the "CRANK" position:
1. GREEN -the main battery is charg-
ed, and capable of cranking the engine.
Cranking power is being provided by
the main battery. The green indicator
will remain on
for approximately 10
seconds after cranking.
2. ORANGE -The main battery has insuf-
ficient charge for engine cranking. The
auxiliary
battery system has been ac-
tivated
to crank the engine. The orange
indicator will remain on
for approx-
imately 10 seconds after cranking.
Of course, if both the main and auxiliary bat-
teries are dead,
the engine will not crank, nor
will the panel indicator light up. Sufficient crank-
ing charge may be restored
to the auxiliary bat-
teries by plugging in
to an external 110V AC elec-
trical source or by running the generator.
NOTE: If extended normal driving does not
recharge the batteries, see an authorized Fleet-
wood motor home service center.
NOTE: A system override switch is located under
the instrument panel housing. If the main bat-
tery is discharged to a level that is too low for
the automatic system to sense and activate, the
override switch will lock in the solenoid directly
to the auxiliary batery to provide cranking power.
Instrument Cluster
Radio/Tape Player
Monitor Panel
Transmission Selector -Pull transmission lever
toward you and move
to desired position. Please
refer
to the Chassis Operator's Manual for more
details on transmission operation.
Generator Remote
Start/Stop Switch
Cigarette Lighter
Heater/Air Conditioner Controls -The
cockpit
Heater/Air Conditioner controls are located on the
lower right
instrument panel. These controls
operate the heating and air conditioning systems
for the driver/cockpit area only.

Cool/Heat Lever-Push this lever to the left
or right for cooling/heating.
Function Selector Buttons
OFF -No heating or cooling, but fan runs
at
low speed for continuous circulation of
outside air through the instrument panel
outlets.
MAX AlC-Air conditioner compressor is
on, inside air is recirculated through
the
system for maximum cooling.
AlC-Air conditioner compressor is on, out-
side air is circulated through
instrument
panel outlets.
VENT -AiC compressor is off, outside air
is circulated through the
instrument panel
outlets.
HEAT -A/C compressor is off, outside air is
circulated through the heating system, and
distributed
to floor outlets.
Heated air is circulated
to defroster outlets.
Fan Switch -Sets fan speed to any of 4
speeds. The fan
switch does not affect the
fan if the OFF function button is pressed.
Ignition Switch -Operation of the ignition
switch is shown below.
ACC OFF
Tilt Steering Wheel.
Hazard Warning Flasher.
Driver/Passenger Seats
Seat Controls
ON
START
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The driver's and.passenger's seats offer four posi-
tion/comfort adjustments:
*
*
*
CAUTION: Do not adjust the seat position while the
vehicle is in motion.
Forward/Back -The forward/back lever
is located
under the front left of the seat.
Pull the lever torward the left outside of the seat
to unlock.
Release the lock lever to secure the seat
position.
Swivel -The swivel lock lever is located under
the front right of the seat.
Lift the lever forward
and up to swivel. The seat
locks in the center, forward position. When unlock-
ed, the seat will swivel freely around to the center
position.
Recline and Lumbar Adjustment -The recliner
lever
is located on the seat arm.
Push the lever to recline. The angle is continuous-
ly variable.
Release lever at desired angle.
Turn the lumbar adjuster at the side of the seat as
desired.
Seat Belts
Seat belts are an important safety feature of your vehi-
cle. For your protection, always use your seat belts. The
driver's seat and other seats designed to carry
passengers while under way
have been equipped with
seat belts.
WARNING: ALL RIDERS SHOULD BE FURNISH-
ED WITH AND USE SEAT BELTS WHILE THE VEHI-
CLE IS IN MOTION. SEATS WHICH ARE NOT
EQUIPPED WITH SAFETY BELTS SHOULD NOT BE
OCCUPIED WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION
AND WILL BE LABELED: "NOT FOR USE WHILE
THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION." IT IS NOT POSSI-
BLE TO BELT IN PERSONS USING BEDS.
Adjust seat belts as follows:
* Pivot buckle at right angles to the belt
and pull
to the desired length.
* To fasten belt, be sure it is not twisted, then push
the tongue
end of one belt into the buckle of the
mating
belt. Be sure it latches. Adjust the belt snug-
ly as low on the abdomen as comfort will allow,
for greatest safety.
* To release the belt, depress the button in the center
of the buckle
and slide the tongue out of the buckle.
Never use a belt for more than one person at a time.
Child Restraint
All vehicle occupants, and especially children, should
be restrained whenever riding in vehicles. Holding a child
in your arms is not a substitute for a child restraint
system.
In an accident, a child held in a person's arms
can
be struck or crushed by any unrestrained rider. An
unrestrained child could also
be injured by striking the
interior, or by being thrown from the vehicle during'a

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sudden maneuver or impact A child restraint system
can help protect a child while riding in a vehicle, Child
restraint systems
are designed to be secured in the vehi-
cle seats by lap belts or the lap portion of a lap-shoulder
belt, Children could
be endangered in a crash if their
child restraints
are not properly secured in the vehicle.
Children small enough for a child restraint system
should be restrained that way if at all possible. However,
the following may provide some degree of protection
if a child restraint is not used,
• Infants
who cannot sit up should be placed in a
padded baby
carrier. Put it crosswise on the vehicle
seat and securely restrain it with the vehicle's seat
belts.
• Children who can sit up by themselves should
be
restrained with the seat belts provided. Never let
a child stand or kneel on any seat,
When using any child restraint system, be sure to read
and follow all instructions on installation and use that
come
with the system,
When securing a child restraint
with a lap belt that
has no retractor, pull the excess webbing through the
adjustment mechanism,
If the child restraint is still not secure, use a different
seating position in the vehicle and/or contact your dealer
and the child restraint manufacturer for help,
Sun Visors
The sun visors at the driver's and passenger's posi-
tions swing down and adjust to provide relief from glare
and bright skies. The visors do not adjust to shade the
side windows,
·Swivel tension may be adjusted with a flat blade
screwdriver at the tension adjusting screw,
Front/Side Slider Windows
Turn lock, slide window and/ or screen to open and
close,
DRIVING AND PARKING
Once you become accustomed to the feel of the con-
trols
and the reference points from the driver'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 often,
Drive
with consideration on the highway, observing
all speed and safety regulations. The best cruising speed
of your motor home will vary with road and weather
conditions.
Remember
that your motor home is heavier than a
car, making it less maneuverable and harder to stop.
Also, because of its greater side surface area, it is more
easily affected by cross winds. Allow extra distances
for passing
and stopping, and drive at a moderate speed,
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particularly in traffic and in gusty wind conditions,
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 relieve some
of the strain on the
brakes,
Road conditions, terrain, weather, and other driving
factors
are sometimes unpredictable, and mountain driv-
ing or desert temperatures can put extreme demands
on drivetrain components-especially the transmission,
Under extreme heat conditions you may need
to turn
off the vehicle air conditioner to improve engine and
transmission cooling.
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 pull-
ing in for service, Always check overhead clearances
of overpasses
and bridges, This may be particularly im-
portant if you drive with the overhead vents open or
if the motor home is equipped with a roof air condi-
tioner, roof rack,
CB or TV/radio antenna.
When parking parallel
to a curb, be sure to allow for
poles or obstructions as the front and rear portions of
the motor home swing wider than
an automobile, When
parking
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 ("P"I and set the park-
ing brake when parking,
FUEL AND FUEL' SYSTEMS
See the Chassis Operator's Manual in the Owner's
Information
Package for fuel recommendations, Since
the generator fuel supply
is the same as the motor home
engine fuel supply, consult the operating instructions
for the generator before deciding on a fuel type,
Fuel Fill
The fuel filler cap is located on the rear of the coach,
Modern fuel systems may build
up vapor pressure within
the tank
as the gasoline warms during use or hot
weather, Under certain conditions, sudden
release of this
pressure when removing the gasoline cap can spray
gasoline from the fill opening, causing a possible hazard,
WARNING: WHEN REMOVING THE GASOLINE
CAP. ROTATE IT SLOWLY ONLY FAR ENOUGH TO
ALLOW PRESSURE TO RELEASE. AFTER ANY
"HISSING" SOUNDS
STOP. COMPLETE THE
REMOVAL OF THE CAP.
To protect the gasoline system from excessive pressure
or vacuum, or from sudden release of pressure, replace
lost caps
with caps of the same design available from
your Fleetwood motor home dealer.
Clean
up fuel spills immediately, Raw fuel spilled on
the motor home could damage the exterior finish, and
is a serious fire hazard.

Fuel Types And Vapor Lock
Today's automotive fuel and emissions systems are
sophisticated and highly engineered to meet Federal and
state emissions standards. They are also sometimes sen-
sitive to fuel types and blends, particularly blends that
are optimized for climatic conditions. Fuel refiners change
the additives
in the fuel to compensate for temperature
variations during winter or summer months. This com-
pensation changes the "vapor pressure" of the fuel. This
means
that the fuel vaporizes easier during the winter
than it does during the summer when higher air
temperatures help the fuel vaporize
in the engine. Since
colder temperatures reduce the fuel's ability
to vaporize
and burn in your engine, additives help raise the volatili-
ty of the fuel. This helps the engine start easier and
run smoother during winter months. Under the best of
conditions, the refiners supply their
gas station customers
with the correct fuel for their location
and seasonal con-
ditions. Sometimes though, fuel blended for winter
is
supplied during summer months.
What this
all means is that there is a possibility of
"vapor lock" during summer driving. This condition is
a combination of new engine design (with attendant
higher temperatures under the hood),
and excessive fuel
vaporization caused by the vapor pressure of the fuel
you
are using. If your engine and fuel system are pro-
perly tuned and maintained, you should not experience
vapor lock. If vapor lock occurs, the fuel itself could
be the cause. If at all possible, check with the gas sta-
tion attendant
as to the fuel blend before filling your
fuel tank. If you purchase your fuel from nationally
recognized fuel dealers, your chances of vapor lock can
be reduced. If you store your motor home during the
winter months, avoid storing large quantities of winter
blended fuel in the tank. When you take the vehicle out
of storage
in the spring or summer, this fuel may cause
vapor lock until it
is used up.
Another note on long storage -if you plan to store
your motor home for a long
period in conditions of widely
varying humidity, consider topping
off the fuel tank. This
will reduce the buildup of condensation
in the tank that
could cause rough engine operation, fuel filter blockage,
or other problems associated
with water in the fuel.
Alternative Fuel Types
Gasohol, a mixture of ethanol (grain alcohol), or
methanol
and gasoline may be used in your motor home
engine without voiding the warranty. However,
DD NOT
UNDER ANY CiRCUMSTANCES USE FUEL BLENDS
CONTAINING MORE THAN 5% METHANOL OR 10%
ETHANOL, AND DO NOT USE BLENDS THAT CONTAIN
BOTH METHANOL AND ETHANOL. Any fuel blend you
use containing alcohol must also contain cosolvents and
other additives to protect the fuel system components.
If you are not sure of the composition of the
alcohol/gasoline blend you intend to use, ask your ser-
vice
station operator. Discontinue use of any
alcohol/gasoline blend if driveability or fuel system pro-
blems occur.
Chemical reactions between the fuel components
and
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the materials in the fuel lines can cause deterioration
of the fuel lines during storage periods. These effects
are especially noticeable with gasohol blends. If you plan
to use alcohol blended fuel, and expect to store your
motor home for periods of
60 days or more, add a fuel
additive
that is formulated to counteract these oxida-
tion effects.
Your dealer can advise you on the proper
additives and their
use.
If gasohol is spilled on a painted surface, some dull-
ing or softening of the paint may result.
Overheating
Operate and service the engine and Gooling systems
in your vehicle
as recommended in the Chassis
Operator's Manual.
Variable Speed Engine Fan
Your motor home engine is equipped with a variable
speed fan clutch. When the engine
is under load or re-
quires maximum cooling, the fan adjusts and turns faster.
The fan may become very noisy at high speed and when
maximum cooling
is required. When the engine doesn't
need maximum cooling, the fan just idles along. This
conserves fuel
and the fan is less noisy.
High speed fan noise can sometimes be misinterpreted
as transmission slippage. This is not the case. When
the engine
is hot and requires extra cooling, the fan turns
at full speed. High engine speed
and temperature con-
ditions, such
as pulling away from a stop after long
freeway driving,
can cause loud fan noise until the engine
cools down. This fan noise indicates
that the fan is do-
ing
what it is supposed to do. This noise is not a defect
in the fan or the transmission.
ENGINE EXHAUST SYSTEM COMPONENTHEAT
Your motor home engine has been designed to con-
form
with Federal and State emission requirements. To
meet these requirements, engine operating temperatures
are high. As a result, the engine and exhaust system
components radiate a great deal of heat.
Parts of the
exhaust system may operate at temperatures near
700
degrees F. The temperatures are normal for your vehicle.
Special heat shields may
be built into your vehicle
to protect wiring or other components from possible
heat damage caused by the exhaust system. Do not
modify or remove these shields without consulting your
RV dealer. If you want to install equipment, add wiring,
plumbing, or other components
near the exhaust system
or the heat shields, do
so only after you thoroughly in-
vestigate
and understand how the equipment will be
affected by the heat radiated by the exhaust system.
CARBON MONOXIDE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Carbon monoxide is a colorless, tasteless, odorless
gas. It is a by-product of combustion in engine(s). The
engines
in your motor home and generator system (if
installed) produce
it constantly while they are running.
CARBON MONOXIDE IS DEADLY. Please read and
understand the following precautions to protect yourself
and others from the effects of carbon monoxide
poisoning.

WARNING: EXHAUST GASES ARE DEADLY. DO
NOT BLOCK THE TAILPIPES OR SITUATE THE
VEHICLE IN A PLACE WHERE THE EXHAUST
GASES HAVE ANY POSSIBILITY OF ACCUMULAT-
ING EITHER OUTSIDE, UNDERNEATH, OR INSIDE
YOUR VEHICLE OR ANY NEARBY VEHICLES.
OUTSIDE AIR MOVEMENTS CAN CARRY EX-
HAUST GASES INSIDE THE VEHICLE THROUGH
WINDOWS OR OTHER OPENINGS REMOTE FROM
THE EXHAUST OUTLET. OPERATE THE ENGINE(S)
ONLY WHEN SAFE DISPERSION OF EXHAUST
GASES CAN BE ASSURED, AND MONITOR OUT-
SIDE CONDITIONS TO BE SURE THAT EXHAUST
CONTINUES TO BE DISPERSED SAFELY.
Beware of exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) poisoning
symptoms:
Dizziness
Intense Headache
Weakness
and Sleepiness
Vomiting
Muscular Twitching
Throbbing in
Temples
If symptoms indicate the possibility of carbon monox-
ide poisoning, turn off the engine(s) immediately, get
out into fresh air at once, and summon medical
assistance.
WARNING: DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUM-
STANCES OPERATE
ANY ENGINE WHILE
SLEEPING.
You would not be able to monitor outside conditions
to assure that engine exhaust does not enter the in-
terior,
and you would not be alert to exhaust odors or
symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning.
During stops while traveling, inspect the exhaust
systems for
road damage. Do not operate an engine with
a damaged exhaust system.
Check
the exhaust system(s) during routine
maintenance,
and repair any leaks, damage, or obstruc-
tions before further operations.
Do not mOdify the exhaust system(s) in any way
without first consulting the
RV manufacturer.
SAFETY TIPS
Read and understand the Chassis Operator's Manual.
When backing the motor home, have a person stand
to the rear on the driver's side to guide you.
Before departing on a trip, check your routes.
Remember, some tunnels prohibit motor homes with LP
gas systems.
Drive at moderate speeds, particularly
in traffic and
in gusty wind conditions.
Allow extra distance for passing and stopping.
While traveling,
make sure all occupants use their seat
belts.
While traveling, make sure all doors are closed and
cabinets, drawers, and loose objects are secure.
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Instruct your family on what to do in case of fire,
and hold fire drills periodically.
Maintain proper charge in the fire extinguisher.
Gas detectors are available from RV equipment dealers,
and may be considered as safety accessories.
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 dif-
ficult to extinguish. Make it a habit to check tire
pressures
with an accurate tire gauge before each trip,
and when re-fueling give each tire a sharp rap on the
tread surface
with a hammer or similar object. Properly
inflated tires produce a
"bung" sound when rapped.
If the tire is flat, the sound will be a dull "thud".
Engine Access
The top of the engine may be accessed for service
by removing the engine cover. Remove the two access
cover screws
and lift off the cover. When replacing the
screws,
be careful to get them in straight.
WARNING: WHEN INSTALLING THE ENGINE
COVER, BE SURE THE COVER IS FULLY SEATED
ON THE GASKET SEAL AND SECURED BY THE
COVER SCREWS. DO NOT ALLOW CARPETING,
FLOOR MATS OR OTHER MATERIAL TO INTER-
RUPT THE SEAL BElWEEN THE COVER AND THE
ENGINE COMPARTMENT. IF THE ENGINE COVER
IS NOT INSTALLED CORRECTLY, ENGINE EX-
HAUST GASES COULD LEAK INTO THE
PASSENGER COMPARTMENT CREATING A SAFE-
TY HAZARD. IF THE ENGINE MUST BE RUN WITH
THE ENGINE COVER OFF FOR MAINTENANCE
PURPOSES, BE SURE THE VEHICLE INTERIOR IS
ADEQUATELY VENTILATED.
Engine Cover
TIRES
Your motor home is equipped with truck tires. Under
normal circumstances and with proper maintenance, you

should receive thousands of miles of troublefree service.
For safety and maximum tire life, proper inflation
pressure must
be maintained. Motor home stability is
also affected significantly by tire pressure, and properly
inflated tires contributes
to overall motor home stability
and safety. The load range and maximum inflation
pressure
are stamped on the tire side wall. Keep tires
inflated to this rated cold
pressure.
WARNING: CHECK TIRE PRESSURES OFTEN.
ALWAYS CHECK PRESSURE WHEN TIRES ARE
COLD, AND DO NOT BLEED AIR OUT OF WARM
TIRES. FOLLOW THE TIRE PRESSURE INSTRUC-
TIONS
IN THE CHASSIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL.
WARNING: KEEP TIRES PROPERLY INFlAJ'B). A TIRE
THAT IS RUN LONG DISTANCES OR AT HIGH
SPEEDS WHILE SERIOUSLY UNDER-INFLATED WILL
OVERHEAT TO THE POINT WHERE THE TIRE MAY
LOSE AIR SUDDENLY AND/OR CATCH FIRE,
POSSIBLY RESU01NG IN DAMAGE 10 THE VEHICLE
AND ITS CONTENTS AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY.
NOTE: CHECK THE WHEEL COVERS
PERIODICALLY. THEY COULD WORK LOOSE
DURING DRIVING.
TOWING
If your motor home ever needs to be towed, the only
safe
and approved towing methods are either an under-
reach wheel lift device
as installed on a minimum 3-ton
tow truck chassis, or a flat bed trailer.
Most
tow truck operators willing and able to tow
motor homes will be familiar with these devices.
If the motor home's rear wheels are disabled, the vehi-
cle must be transported on a flat bed trailer, or use a
heavy duty dolly under the rear wheels and
tow from
the front.
Do not tow the motor home from the rear.
Towing from the rear will cause serious overloading of
the front tires
and suspension, possibly resulting in tire
or front suspension failure.
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The vehicle may be towed on the rear wheels with
the par.king brake released and the transmission in
neutral provided a speed
of 35 MPH and a distance
of 50 miles is not exceeded. If this speed or distance
must be eceeded, disconnect the driveshaft or place
the rear wheels on a dolly.
The safety of the operator and all other persons
in
the vicinity of the tow truck and the towed vehi-
cle must be considered at all times during a towing
operation. DO NOT ALLOW ANY PERSON TO RIDE
IN THE TOWED VEHICLE. Safe operating speeds de-
pend on weather, road, traffic, and visibility condi-
tions, and
the condition of the towed vehicle. Avoid
panic stops. Obey all state and local laws regarding
items such
as warning signals, night illumination,
speed, etc.
Before
towing the motor home:
• Secure any loose or protruding parts of the
disabled vehicle.
• Inspect the lift device atachment points. If these
points are damage, select other
attachment
pOints, if possible.
• Never allow anyone to go under a vehicle while
it is being lifted by towing equipment unless the
disabled vehicle is adequately supported by safe-
ty stands.
• Turn off LP gas appliances and the LP gas tank
valve.
• Disconnect or turn off 12-volt electrical system.

ON THE ROAD
MOTOR HOME LOADING
A motor home chassis (springs, wheels, tires, axles,
and frame) is designed to carry a certain maximum
load. This load includes everything; the weight of the
empty motor home itself, your belongings, fuel, fresh
water; waste water and anything else that may be
in or attached to the motor home. The maximum load
for which the motor home is designed is called the
GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING (GVWR).
Another critical weight factor is the GROSS AXLE
WEIGHT RATING (GAWR). This is the maximum
weight a specific axle is designed to carry and each
axle has its own GAWR. The GAWR's do not
necessarily add up to the GVWR. Be careful, neither
the axle loads nor the vehicle loads must ever ex-
ceed
their respective weight ratings.
In addition to knowing the overall weight that can
be safely loaded in or attached
to the motor home,
you
must know how to distribute the weight so that
correct amounts of weight are placed on the axles.
The allowable carrying capacity of the motor home
is found by weighing the motor home empty, and sub-
tracting this weight from the GVWR.
CARRYING CAPACITY
During the design and development of our motor
homes, the number and size of storage compartments,
the liquid tank capacities
and number of belted seating
positions are maximized
for value and convenience.
If the motor home operator fills all liquid tanks to
capacity, fills all storage compartments and cupboards
to maximum volume and fills all available seating posi-
tions with passengers, the motor home will probably
be overloaded. According to National Highway Traf-
fic Safety Administration figures, an average vehicle
occupant weighs 150 pounds, each gallon of gasoline
weights six pounds (6.0 Ibs.) and each gallon of water
weights over eight pounds (8.3 Ibs.).
The operator is responsible for analyzing the condi-
tions
in which the motor home will be utilized for each
trip. The number of passengers
and placement of cargo
will affect the amount of water
and cargo that you can
carry
(See Loading lips). For convenience, the passenger
capacity for camping
use and the passenger capacity
for day
use are shown On a permanent label in the
driver's
area or adjacent to the main entry door. The
smaller passenger capacity for camping provides
reasonable cargo capacity for trips taking more than one
day. The larger passenger capacity for day use provides
less cargo capacity for trips or acitivites not involving
overnight stays. It may be necessary to reduce the
amount of water carried
and unload some cargo items
normally carried for camping in order to provide carry-
ing capacity for the additional day use passengers.
The number of safety belted seating locations may
be greater than the number of passengers permitted by
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the label. These extra seating locations, if provided,
are
to permit a choice of seats while traveling. It is not safe
to
exceed the labeled passenger capacity unless the axle
loadings and total weight are checked against their
ratings on a public
scale.
Thoughtful consideration of the weight placed in the
motor home can yield important benefits:
* maximum flexibility in the use of the seating and
liberal storage facilities provided in the motor home;
* operation without unsafe loading;
* improved handling characteristics and ride comfort;
• better fuel mileage and reduced tire wear.
NOTE: CARRYING CAPACITIES OF YOUR MOTOR
HOME ARE SPECIFIED ON A LABEL AFFIXED TO
THE INSIDE OF A WARDROBE DOOR. THE LABEL
INCLUDES ALL FACT'ORY INSTALLED OPTIONS. IF
OTHER EQUIPMENT SUCH AS LEVELING JACKS,
AWNINGS,
ROOF PODS, ETC., ARE INSTALLED
AFTER THE MOTOR HOME LEAVES THE FACTORY,
THE WEIGHT OF THESE ITEMS MUST BE SUB-
TRACTED FROM THE TOTAL OF THE PASSENGER
AND CARGO CARRYING CAPACITIES. IF YOU TOW
A TRAILER, THE TONGUE WEIGHT OF THE
TRAILER MUST BE SUBTRACTED FROM THE
TOTAL OF THE PASSENGER AND CARGO CAR-
RYING CAPACITIES.
DETERMINING AND DISTRIBUTING
YOUR MOTOR HOME LOAD
The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and the
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
for your motor
home are shown on the certification tag posted on
the driver's door or in the driver's compartment.
Remember, these ratings are
for a fully loaded vehi-
cle. You must compare the GVWR to the loaded
weight of your motor home. If the loaded weight of
your motor home exceeds the GVWR, the motor home
is overloaded and you'll have to remove items to bring
the
weight down to or below the GVWR. If the load-
ed axle weight on any axle exceeds the GAWR, the
axle is overloaded and you'll have to redistribute cargo
to bring the weight down to or below the GAWR.
Weighing Your Loaded Motor Home
1. Drive the front wheels onto the scale platform and
take a reading. This
is the front Gross Axle Weight.
(Reading
1).
2. Drive the entire vehicle (both axles) onto the scale
and take a reading. This is the Gross Vehicle Weight
(Reading 2).
3. Drive forward until only the rear axle is on the plat-
form and take a reading. This reading is the rear
Gross Axle Weight (Reading 3).
4. Compare reading 2
with the GVWR Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating) of your vehicle. This rating
is located
on the certification tag. If the reading exceeds the

GVWR rating, you will have to reduce the total vehi-
cle 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
of the load
to ensure that loads on the front and
rear axles
are within the required limit.
6. The motor home should also be weighed from side
to
side. This will require positioning both wheels on
each side down the center of the scale platform
and
taking a reading for each side. The attendant will help
you with proper positioning.
Periodically reweigh your
motor home. Different
traveling configurations may change your loading and
weight pattern.
NOTE: THE PASSENGER AND CARGO CARRYING
CAPACITIES OF YOUR MOTOR HOME ARE SPECI-
FIED ON A LABEL AFFIXED TO THE INSIDE OF A
WARDROBE DOOR. THE LABEL INCLUDES ALL FAC-
TORY INSTALLED OPTIONS. IF OTHER EQUIPMENT
SUCH AS LEVELING JACKS, AWNINGS, ROOF
PODS, ETC., ARE INSTALLED AFTER THE MOTOR
HOME LEAVES THE FACTORY, THE WEIGHT OF
THESE ITEMS MUST BE SUBTRACTED FROM THE
TOTAL OF THE PASSENGER AND CARGO CARRY-
ING CAPACITIES.
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WARNING: DO NOT EXCEED THE RATED LOAD OF
THE MOTOR HOME, OR THE RATED LOAD OF ANY
AXLE. EXCEEDING THE GAWR OR GVWR OF YOUR
MOTOR HOME CAN CAUSE UNDESIRABLE HANDL-
ING CHARACTERISTICS AND MAY CREATE A SAFE-
TY HAZARD.
Weighing Your Loaded Motor Home
(Tag-Axle Models)
The following weighing procedure will help you
determine
whether your loaded motor home (com-
plete with cargo, fluids, passengers, and driver) is
within GAWR and GVWR limits. When you arrive at
the weigh station, the attendant will guide you
through
the correct pOSitioning of the motor home
on the scales. Generally,
the sequence is as follows:
1. Drive the entire vehicle (all axles) onto the scale
and take a reading. This is the Gross Vehicle Weight
(Reading1).
2. Drive the vehicle forward until the front wheels just
clear the scale pad. This is the load on the drive
and tag axles (Reading 2).