Fleetwood 2003 American Eagle User manual

FLEETVVCOD. RV
2003
owner's manual

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©2002 by Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved. No palt of this publication may be reproduced or
transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording. or by any
information storage or retrieval system without written permission from Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc.
Manufacturing subsidiaries of Pleetwood Enterprises, Inc. build the following motor homes, travel trailers and truck campers:
Pace Arrow· Southwind • Storm· Bounder· Bounder Diesel· Discovery· Excursion· Providence· Flair· Fiesta· Terra· Tioga
Jamboree· American Eagle· American Dream· American Heritage· American Tradition· Expedition· Revolution· Pioneer
Prowler· Terry· Wilderness· Mallard· Pride· Triumph· Elkhorn· Caribou· Angler· Outfitter

TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARRANTY .......................... 01 .. 1 Cargo Carrying Capacity
and Load
Coverage Provided .................... 01-1 Distribution
...................... 05-5
Owner's Obligations
................... 01-1 How to Weigh
Your Loaded Motor Home .. 05-5
Dealer's Obligations ................... 01-1
When the Dealer Does Not
Dangers of Overloading .............. 05-7
Loading Tips ....................... 05-7
Resolve the Problem ................. 01-1 Tires
................................ 05-8
Manufacturer's Obligations .............. 01-1 Tire Inflation
....................... 05-8
What is Not Covered by This Warranty .... 01-2
Air Pressure . ....................... 05-9
Underinflation ...................... 05-9
IMPORTANT NOTICES ............... .02·1
Air Pressure Check .................. 05-9
Tire Replacement . .................. 05-10
AMERICAN COACH INFORMATION .... 03·1
If You Get a Flat Tire . ............... 05-10
Electrical Circuit BreakerPanels, Circuit Changing a Flat
Tire . ............... 05-10
Fuse Panels and Battery Disconnect
Switch Locations .................... 03-1 Seats, Seat Belts and Air Bags
(If Equipped) ...................... 05-10
Towed Vehicle Wiring .................. 03-2 .
Air Bag Supplemental Restraint
Heritage Driver's Controls .............. 03-4 System (SRS)
.................... 05-11
Instrument Panels ................... 03-5 Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts .
.. 05-11
Eagle, Dream and Tradition Safety Belt Maintenance ............. 05-11
Driver's Controls .................... 03-6 Safety Restraints
for Children ......... 05-11
Instrument Panels ................... 03-7 Safety Beltsfor Children .
............ 05-12
Shifter Selector (Side-Pod) ............ 03-7 Driving and Vehicle Control
............ 05-12
INTRODUCTION . .................... .04·1 Using the Engine to Slow the
Motor Home .
.................... 05-12
Warranties ........................... 04-2
Warranty Service ...................... 04-3
Reporting Safety Defects ................ 04-3
Maneuvering in Traffic ................ 05-13
Night Vision System by Raytheon
(IfEquipped)
...................... 05-14
Inspect and Maintain ................... 04-4 Rear View Video Monitor
(If Equipped) ... 05-15
Planning and Preparation
................ 04-4 Global Positioning System Navigation
Owner's Information Package ............ 04-4 (GPS)
(If Equipped) ................ 05-15
Chassis and Vehicle Identification ......... 04-4 RoadRelayTM 4
(If Equipped) ........... 05-15
Suspension Alignment and Tire Balance .... 04-4
MC 1000 Trip Computer (If Equipped) ... 05-16
After-Market Steering Aid Devices ...... 04-5 Body Undercoating
................... 05-16
Warnings, Terms and Concepts for Fuel and Fuel Systems
................. 05-16
Safe Operation
of Your Motor Home .... 04-6 Fuel Types and Driveability Issues .
.... 05-16
ONTHE ROAD . ...................... .05·1
Motor Home Loading .................. 05-1
Responsibility for Proper Loading ...... 05-1
Some Definitions First ................ 05-1
Towing a Vehicle or Trailer . ........... 05-2
Cargo Carrying Capacity Label . ....... 05-4
API Refueling Advisory . ............. 05-16
Engine Fan .......................... 05-17
Exhaust System Heat .................. 05-17
Engine Temperature Gauges ............ 05-17
Carbon Monoxide Safety Precautions ..... 05-17
Carbon Monoxide Detector/Alarm . .... 05-18
Emergency Towing ................... 05-18
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Table o' Contents
LIVING WITH YOUR MOTOR HOME ... 06·1
Hydraulic Leveling System (If Equipped) .. 06-1
Power Entry Step
(If Equipped) .......... 06-1
Manual Stepwell Cover (If Equipped) ..... 06-1
Pneumatic Stepwell Cover (If Equipped) ... 06-1
Step Cover Operation ................ 06-2
Entry and Screen Doors ................. 06-2
Patio Awning
(If Equipped) .............. 06-2
Windows ............................ 06-2
Emergency Exit Window(s) ............ 06-2
Remote Mirror Control (If Equipped) ...... 06-3
Sun Visors
........................... 06-3
Window Shades (If Equipped) ........... 06-3
Day/Night Shades (If Equipped) ........ 06-3
Mini-Blinds .......................... 06-3
Storage
.............................. 06-4
Exterior Compartments . .............. 06-4
Interior Storage . .................... 06-4
Slide-Out Rooms
(If Equipped) .......... 06-4
. Interior and Furnishings
................ 06-5
Dinette Conversion (with Built-in Table)
(If Equipped) ..................... 06-5
Dinette Conversion (with Free-Standing
Table)
(If Equipped) ............... 06-5
Sofa Conversion (If Equipped) ......... 06-5
Sleeper Sofa Conversion (If Equipped) ... 06-5
Folding Doors/Privacy Curtain
Dividers ......................... 06-6
Interior Lighting .................... 06-6
Overhead Vents ..................... 06-6
Folding Chairs (If Equipped) .......... 06-6
Monitor Panel ........................ 06-6
Link 1000 Instrumentation
and Control Panel
(If Equipped) ........ 06-7
Effects of Permanent Occupancy ......... 06-7
Condensation and How to Control It ., .. 06-7
Install a DehumidifierAppliance ....... 06-9
Dripping Ceiling Vents .............. 06-10
Fire Safety .......................... 06-10
Fire Safety Precautions . ............. 06-10
Smoke Detector/Alarm . .............. 06-11
PLUMBING SYSTEMS
AND HOLDING TANKS ............... 07·1·
Fresh Water System .................... 07-1
External Fresh Water Hookup . ......... 07-1
Filling the On-Board Water Tank . ...... 07-1
Draining the Fresh Water Tank . ........ 07-2
Water Pump . ....................... 07-2
Water Pump Filter . .................. 07-2
Low Point Drains . ................... 07-2
Troubleshooting the Fresh Water System .. 07-2
Leaks . ............................ 07-3
Sanitizing the Fresh Water System . ...... 07-3
Exterior Shower (If Equipped) ......... 07-3
Drinking Water Filter System
(If Equipped) ..................... 07-4
Waste Water System ................... 07-4
Toilet ............................. 07-4
Draining the Holding Tanks ........... 07-4
Black Tank Flush System (If Equipped) .. 07-5
San-T-Flush Operation (Using Sanitizing
Bottlefrom Kit) (If Equipped) ........ 07-6
Holding Tank Care .................. 07-6
Extreme Cold Weather Usage . ......... 07-7
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
............... 08·1
Chassis 12-Volt Electrical System
......... 08-1
Chassis Bulbs and Fuses .............. 08-1
Fleetwood 12-Volt House and Automotive
System ............................ 08-1
Batteries . .......................... 08-1
Battery Disconnect (If Equipped) ....... 08-2
Battery Inspection and Care ........... 08-2
Battery Charging . ................... 08-2
Solar Panel (If Equipped) ............. 08-3
Selecting a Replacement Battery . ....... 08-3
Auxiliary Start System (If Equipped) ..... 08-3
120-Volt System
...................... 08-4
Power Inverter . ..................... 08-4
Power Converter .................... 08-4
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCl) .. 08-4
Generator (If Equipped) .............. 08-5
Generator Fuel Supply ............... 08-5
LP Generator (If Equipped) ........... 08-5
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Generator Operations ................ 08-5 Microwave Oven
(If Equipped) ........... 10-5
Generator Operating Safety Precautions
.. 08-6 WasherlDryer-Ready Option
(If Equipped) .. 10-5
Generator Cooling System
............ 08-6 Miscellaneous Appliances
............... 10-5
Generator Slide-Out
(If Equipped) ...... 08-7
Generator Maintenance . .............. 08-7 MAINTENANCE .
..................... .11-1
Automatic Generator Start Exterior
............................. 11-1
Control System (If Equipped) ........ 08-7 Stains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-1
Main Features .
..................... 08-7 Exterior Graphics Care ............... 11-2
Electrical Wiring Diagrams
.............. 08-7 Windows, Doors, Vents
and Locks ....... 11-2
Motor Home Fuses and Circuit Breakers
... 08-7 Fiberglass Roof System
................. 11-2
Cleaning .
.......................... 11-2
LP GAS SYSTEM ..................... .09-1 Care .
............................. 11-2
LP Gas Safety Precautions .............. 09-1 Sealant Renewal
.................... 11-2
System Components
................... 09-2 Door, Window, Roof Component
Hoses .
............................ 09-2 and Molding Resealing
............... 11-3
LP Gas Regulator ................... 09-2 Interior
.............................. 11-3
Using LP Gas System at Low Fabrics .
........................... 11-3
Temperatures
....................... 09-2 Solid
Swface Top Care (If Equipped) .... 11-3
Filling LP Gas Tanks
................... 09-2 Laminate
Top Care (If Equipped) ....... 11-3
LP Gas System Check .................. 09-3 Walls and Ceiling Panels . ............. 11-3
LP Gas Leak Detector/Alann ............ 09-3 Attaching Accessories to Your
Lighting LP Gas Appliances
............. 09-3 Motor Home .
..................... 11-4
Plastic/Fiberglass Shower Stall .
........ 11-4
APPLIANCES ........................ .10-1 Floors and Carpeting
................ 11-4
Water Heater
......................... 10-1 Wood Floor
(If Equipped) ............. 11-4
Water Heater Bypass Valve
............ 10-1 Tile Floor
(If Equipped) .............. 11-4
Refrigerator
.......................... 10-1 Engine Access
...................... 11-5
Furnace
............................ .10-1 Exterior Sealants
...................... 11-5
Hurricane Heating System
(If Equipped) ... 10-2 Generator Filters
..................... .11-5
Furnace Filter
(If Equipped) ............. 10-2 Acrylic Assist Handles
(If Equipped) ...... 11-5
Aqua-Hot Motorcoach Heating System Maintenance Guideline
................. 11-6
(IfEquipped)
...................... 10-3
Range
............................... 10-3
Range Exhaust Hood
................... 10-3
Air Conditioner(s)
(If Equipped) .......... 10-3
VCR, Televisions, DVD Player
(If Equipped) ....................... 10-4
Video Switcher
....................... 10-4
STORAGE ........................... .12-1
Storage Checklists ..................... 12-1
Short-Term Storage (Less than
60 days) .. 12-1
Long-Term Storage (Over 60 days)
..... 12-2
Winterization
......................... 12-2
Water System Winterizing
............. 12-3
TV Antenna (If Equipped) ............... 10-4
Antenna Operating Instructions
........ 10-4
Reactivating the Motor Home
After Storage
...................... .12-4
Satellite Dish Antenna
(If Equipped) ...... 10-5 GLOSSARY .
......................... .13-1
Telephone Jack ....................... 10-5
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