Fleetwood 2012 Discovery User manual

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a urate as possible at the time of publi ation. Materials, design, and spe ifi ations are subje t to hange without
noti e. Fleetwood has designed its re reational vehi les for a variety of ustomer uses. Ea h vehi le features optimal
seating, sleeping, storage, and fluid apa ities. The user is responsible for sele ting the proper ombination of loads
(i.e. o upants, equipment, fluids, argo, et .) to ensure that the vehi le’s weight apa ities are not ex eeded.
Manufa turing subsidiaries of Fleetwood RV, In . build the following motor homes:
Ameri an Eagle • Ameri an Heritage • Ameri an Tradition • Bounder • Bounder Classi • Dis overy • En ounter •
Expedition • Fiesta • Fiesta LX • Jamboree • Jamboree Sport • Jambora Sear her • Pa e Arrow • Providen e
Revolution LE • Southwind • Storm • Terra • Terra LX • Tioga • Tioga Ranger • Tioga Montara
2012 OWNER’S MANUAL

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTROD CTION ......................01-1
Inspect and Maintain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .01-2
lanning and reparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .01-2
Owner’s Information ackage . . . . . . . . . . . .01-2
Chassis and Vehicle Identification . . . . . . . .01-3
Suspension Alignment and Tire Balance . . . .01-3
After-Market Steering Aid Devices . . . . . . . .01-4
Warnings, Terms and Concepts for
Safe Operation of Your Motor Home . . . .01-4
Event Data Recording Device
(IfEquipped) .......................01-6
Drivers License Requirements . . . . . . . . . . .01-6
WARRANTY ..........................02-1
Coverage rovided . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .02-1
What is Not Covered by This Warranty . . . .02-1
Limitations...........................02-2
Your Rights Under State Law . . . . . . . . . . . .02-2
Dealer’s Obligations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .02-2
Owner’s Obligations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .02-2
Manufacturer’s Obligations . . . . . . . . . . . . . .02-2
WarrantyService ......................02-3
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .02-4
IMPORTANT NOTICES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .03-1
MODEL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .04-1
LampsandBulbs.....................04-1
Motor Home Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . .04-1
Driver’s Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .04-2
ONTHEROAD........................05-1
Motor Home Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .05-1
Responsibility for Proper Loading . . . . . .05-1
Some Definitions First . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .05-1
Towing a ehicle or Trailer (“Towed
Load or Towed Unit”) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .05-2
Suggested Owners Manual Addendum for
Weight Distribution Hitches . . . . . . . . .05-2
DinghyTowing .......................05-4
Towed Vehicle Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .05-5
Occupant and Cargo Carrying Capacity
and Load Distribution . . . . . . . . . . . . . .05-6
How to Weigh Your Loaded Motor Home .05-6
Dangers of Overloading . . . . . . . . . . . . . .05-8
LoadingTips .......................05-8
Tires ................................05-9
TireInflation .......................05-9
AirPressure .......................05-10
Underinflation .....................05-10
Air Pressure Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .05-10
TireReplacement ...................05-11
TireRotation ......................05-11
If You Get a Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .05-11
Changing a Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .05-11
Seats and Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .05-11
Air Bags (If Equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .05-12
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts . . .05-12
Safety Belt Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . .05-13
Safety Restraints for Children . . . . . . . . .05-13
Safety Belts for Children . . . . . . . . . . . . .05-13
Child Seat Tethers (If Equipped) . . . . . . .05-14
Driving and Vehicle Control . . . . . . . . . . . .05-14
Using the Engine to Slow the
MotorHome.....................05-15
Maneuvering in Traffic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .05-15
Rear View Video Monitor (If Equipped) . . .05-16
Body Undercoating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .05-16
Fuel and Fuel Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .05-16
Fuel Types and Driveability Issues . . . . .05-17
A I Refueling Advisory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .05-17
EngineFan..........................05-17
Exhaust System Heat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .05-17
Engine Temperature Gauges . . . . . . . . . . . .05-18
Carbon Monoxide Safety recautions . . . . .05-18
Carbon Monoxide Detector/Alarm . . . . .05-19
Emergency Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .05-19
Manual Headlight Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . .05-20
LIVING WITH YO R MOTOR HOME .06-1
Leveling System (If Equipped) . . . . . . . . . . .06-1
AirDumpSystem .....................06-1
ower Entry Step (If Equipped) . . . . . . . . . .06-1
Manual Stepwell Cover (If Equipped) . . . . .06-2
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Electric Stepwell Cover (If Equipped) . . . . .06-2
Stepwell Cover Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . .06-2
Entry and Screen Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .06-2
atio Awning (If Equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .06-2
Windows ............................06-2
Emergency Exit Window(s) . . . . . . . . . . . .06-3
Remote Mirror Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .06-3
Sun Visors (If Equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .06-3
ower Sun Visors (If Equipped) . . . . . . . . . .06-3
ull Shades (If Equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .06-3
Day/Night Shades (If Equipped) . . . . . . . .06-3
Mini-Blinds (If Equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .06-4
Storage..............................06-4
Exterior Compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .06-4
InteriorStorage .....................06-4
Slide-Out Rooms (If Equipped) . . . . . . . . . .06-5
Interior and Furnishings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .06-5
Dinette Conversion (with Built-in Table)
(IfEquipped) .....................06-5
Dinette Conversion (with Free-Standing
Table) (If Equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .06-6
Sofa Conversion (If Equipped) . . . . . . . . .06-6
Sleeper Sofa Conversion (If Equipped) . . .06-6
Folding Doors/Privacy Curtain
Dividers .........................06-6
InteriorLighting ....................06-6
Overhead ents .....................06-6
Folding Chairs (If Equipped) . . . . . . . . . .06-7
Free-Standing Furniture (If Equipped) . . .06-7
Monitor anel ........................06-7
Effects of ermanent Occupancy . . . . . . . . .06-8
Condensation and How to Control It . . . .06-8
Dripping Ceiling ents . . . . . . . . . . . . . .06-10
Important Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .06-10
What the R Owner Can Do ..........06-10
FireSafety ..........................06-12
Fire Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .06-12
Smoke Detector/Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .06-13
PL MBING 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
WaterPump ........................07-2
WaterPumpFilter ...................07-2
LowPointDrains ...................07-2
Troubleshooting the Fresh Water System . .07-3
Leaks .............................07-3
Sanitizing the Fresh Water System . . . . . .07-3
Exterior Shower (If Equipped) . . . . . . . . .07-4
Drinking Water Filter System
(IfEquipped) .....................07-4
Waste Water System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .07-4
Toilet .............................07-4
Draining the Holding Tanks . . . . . . . . . . .07-5
Black Tank Flush System (If Equipped) . .07-6
HoldingTankCare ..................07-6
Cold Weather Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .07-7
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .08-1
Batteries .............................08-1
Chassis 12-Volt Electrical System . . . . . . . . .08-1
Chassis Bulbs and Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . .08-1
Fleetwood 12-Volt House and Automotive
System ............................08-1
Battery Disconnect (If Equipped) . . . . . . .08-1
Battery Inspection and Care . . . . . . . . . . .08-2
BatteryCharging ....................08-2
Solar Panel (If Equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . .08-3
Selecting a Replacement Battery . . . . . . . .08-3
Auxiliary Start System (If Equipped) . . . . .08-3
120-VoltSystem ......................08-3
PowerInverter......................08-4
PowerConverter ....................08-4
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) .08-4
Generator .........................08-5
Generator Operating Safety Precautions . .08-5
Generator Fuel Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .08-6
Generator Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .08-6
Automatic Generator Start Control
System (If Equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .08-6
MainFeatures ......................08-6
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Energy Management System -50 AM For
Additional Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .08-7
Electrical Wiring Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . .08-7
PROPANESYSTEM....................09-1
ropane Safety recautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .09-1
System Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .09-2
Hoses .............................09-2
Propane Regulator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .09-2
Accessory Propane Supply (If Equipped) .09-2
Using ropane System at Low
Temperatures .......................09-3
Filling ropane Tanks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .09-3
ropane System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .09-3
ropane Leak Detector/Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . .09-3
Lighting ropane Appliances . . . . . . . . . . . .09-4
APPLIANCES .........................10-1
WaterHeater .........................10-1
Water Heater Bypass alve . . . . . . . . . . . .10-1
Refrigerator ..........................10-1
Furnace .............................10-1
Range...............................10-2
Range Exhaust Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-2
Heat ump(s) (If Equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-2
Air Conditioner(s) (If Equipped) . . . . . . . . . .10-3
Televisions and DVD layers
(IfEquipped) .......................10-3
Additional 12-Volt Equipment . . . . . . . . . . .10-3
VideoEquipment ......................10-3
Video Control Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-3
TVAntenna ..........................10-3
Antenna Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . .10-4
Satellite Dish Antenna (If Equipped) . . . . . .10-4
Telephone Jack (If Equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . .10-4
Microwave Oven (If Equipped) . . . . . . . . . .10-4
Washer/Dryer-Ready . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-4
Miscellaneous Appliances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-4
Hydronic Heating System (If Equipped) . . . .10-5
MAINTENANCE.......................11-1
Exterior .............................11-1
Stains .............................11-1
SealantRenewal ....................11-2
Exterior Sealants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-2
Exterior Graphics Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-2
inyl Front End Mask (If Equipped) . . . . .11-2
Windows, Doors, ents and Locks . . . . . . .11-3
T ORoofSystem .....................11-3
Cleaning...........................11-3
Care ..............................11-3
Door, Window, Roof Component
and Molding Resealing . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-3
Acrylic Assist Handles (If Equipped) . . . . . .11-3
Interior ..............................11-4
Fabrics............................11-4
Solid Surface Top Care (If Equipped) . . . .11-4
Laminate Top Care (If Equipped) . . . . . . .11-4
Walls and Ceiling Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-4
Attaching Accessories to Your
MotorHome......................11-4
Plastic/Fiberglass Shower Stall . . . . . . . . .11-5
Floors and Carpeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-5
Wood Floor (If Equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-5
EngineAccess ......................11-5
Generator Filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-5
Windshield Wipers and Washer . . . . . . . . . . .11-5
Maintenance Guideline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-6
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
Reactivating the Motor Home
AfterStorage .......................12-4
GLOSSARY ...........................13-1

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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 home!
Your motor home has been designed to provide
you with years of carefree, pleasant traveling
and vacationing. It conforms with, or exceeds,
applicable National Fir Prot ction Association
(NFPA), Canadian Standards Association (CSA)
(units built for Canada only), F d ral Motor
V hicl Saf ty Standards (FMVSS),Environ-
m ntal Prot ction Ag ncy (EPA) and California
Air R sourc s Board (CARB) regulations. The
seal attached just outside the entry door indi-
cates compliance with NFPA or CSA standards.
ike all equipment, your motor home will require
care and regular maintenance in order to deliver
maximum value and performance. The dealer will
give you basic operating and maintenance instruc-
tions. However, supplement this by reading all
instructional material(s) furnished with the motor
home in the Owner’s Infor ation Package and
the motor home Chassis Operator’s/
Owner’s Guide/Manual. This information out-
lines important areas of operation and mainte-
nance for you to follow for safe, trouble-free ser-
vice from your motor home. Study these materials
carefully. A good working knowledge of your
motor home and how to care for it will help you
enjoy many miles and years of recreational living.
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NOTE
This ma ual describes ma y features of your RV a d
i cludes some i structio s for its safe use. This ma -
ual, i cludi g photographs a d illustratio s, is of a ge -
eral ature o ly. Some equipme t a d features
described or show i this ma ual may be optio al or
because of the co ti uous program of product cha ge
co ducted by Fleetwood, it is possible that rece t prod-
uct cha ges may ot be i cluded.
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NOTE
Throughout this ma ual the term “RV” represe ts a
“Recreatio al Vehicle” as defi ed by the NFPA 1192.
This i cludes motor homes, fifth wheel trailers, travel
trailers, campi g trailers, recreatio al park trailers,
a d truck campers.
Failure to follow proper procedures or install proper
equipment can result in property damage, injury
and/or death.
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WARNING
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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 han-
dle any normal problems which might occur.
Some equipment and features described or
shown in this manual may be optional or not
available on some models.
Because of the continuous program of product
improvement conducted by Fleetwood, it is pos-
sible that recent product changes may not be
included in this manual. Specifications may
change without notice. Product information,
illustrations and photography included in this
Owner’s Manual were as accurate as possible at
the time of publication, and are representative of
function and may or may not be specific in their
depiction of actual equipment, fabrics, interior
or exterior decor or design options as installed
on or in your recreational vehicle.
The instructions included in this manual are
intended as a guide, and in no respect extend the
responsibilities of the manufacturing subsidiary,
parent company or affiliates beyond the stan-
dard written warranty as presented in this manu-
al.
Fleetwood has designed its recreational vehicles
to provide a variety of uses for its customers.
Each vehicle features optimal seating, sleeping,
storage and fluid capacities. The user is respon-
sible for selecting the proper combination of
loads to ensure that the recreational vehicle’s
capacities are not exceeded.
INSPECT AND MAINTAIN
Follow a consistent schedule of inspection and
maintenance for your motor home. Your contin-
uing safety and comfort depend on it. This man-
ual includes a section outlining maintenance
intervals. If you follow the maintenance guide-
lines, you will minimize the possibility of fail-
ure of any important system or part of your
motor home.
PLANNING AND PREPARATION
Each year millions of Americans embark on
trips using some type of recreational vehicle.
Proper planning of your trip will ensure a plea-
surable experience. A thorough knowledge of
your RV is important if you are going to get the
most out of the convenience and safety items
built into your motor home. Be as familiar with
it as you are with your personal car or truck. If
you have trouble or have questions, please con-
sult your dealer.
OWNER’S INFORMATION
PACKAGE
This package contains valuable documents about
your motor home and its equipment and systems.
This Owner’s Manual and the Chassis
Operator’s Manual are in the package. Since this
manual does not cover every possible detail of
equipment and options installed on or in your
motor home, there are booklets and instructional
material in the package that will help you safely
operate, maintain and troubleshoot those items.
Be sure you read all this infor ation and
understand the safety and operating instructions
included in the package. Additionally, you must
follow all maintenance instructions to insure full
warranty coverage. If you decide to sell or trade
your motor home, be sure the new owner
receives all the material in this package.
NOTE
If your Owner’s Informat on Package does ot co -
tai these items, eve if you purchased your motor
home “used,” please call or write Fleetwood a d
request the desired or missi g i formatio .
Fleetwood Owner Relat ons
P.O. Box 1007
Decatur, IN 46733
1-800-322-8216
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Introdu tion
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 Nu ber is
assigned by the chassis manufacturer and is the
number used for vehicle registration. The V.I.N.
is found on the Federal Certification Tag attached
in the driver’s compartment. Refer to this infor-
mation when ordering parts from the chassis
manufacturer or chassis dealer service center.
The F.I.N. or Fleetwood Identification Nu ber
is located on the tag just outside the main entry
door or on the outside left front side of the motor
home. Use this number when ordering parts
through your Fleetwood dealer.
SUSPENSION ALIGNMENT
AND TIRE BALANCE
The front suspension and steering system of this
vehicle was accurately aligned at the factory
before delivery to the dealership. However, after
you have fully loaded the vehicle according to
your personal needs, have the alignment
checked and adjusted, if necessary. To help pre-
vent uneven tire wear, check the front-end align-
ment periodically.
Please note that front-end align ent after
retail delivery is the owner’s responsibility and
is not covered under the warranty.
(Exampl )
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locat d just b hind th driv r’s sid
door on th outsid of th motor hom
OR outsid th main ntry door.
FLEETWOOD
RV, INC.

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Excessive or abnormal tire wear may indicate
worn or misaligned suspension or steering com-
ponents, unbalanced or improperly inflated
tire(s) or some other tire/suspension problem.
Alignment can be affected by worn steer-
ing/suspension parts or road hazards such as hit-
ting a curb, pothole, railroad track, etc.
Improper alignment can cause tires to roll at an
angle and wear unevenly. It may also cause the
vehicle to “pull” to the right or left.
Out-of-balance tires will not roll smoothly and
may cause annoying vibrations and uneven tread
wear such as cupping or flat spots. If you see
uneven tire tread wear or if the vehicle ride
comfort decreases, the tires may need to be bal-
anced.
See the Chassis Operator’s/Owner’s Guide/
Manual for more information.
AFTER-MARKET STEERING AID
DEVICES
Fleetwood does not sanction or condone the
installation of any steering aid device that is not
approved by our chassis manufacturer’s. Any
add-on device of this type may void the chassis
manufacturer’s warranty on the item or items
affected.
WARNINGS, TERMS AND
CONCEPTS FOR SAFE
OPERATION OF YOUR MOTOR
HOME
Vehicle Crash
ike any other vehicle you may drive, your
motor home can be involved in a vehicle
crash, including a rollover. The motor home
will be damaged and you and others can be
injured or killed. Drive defensively at all
times. DO NO drive if you are tired, have
been drinking alcoholic beverages, are under
the influence of any controlled substance, or
are taking any medication or drugs that may
impair your sight, hearing, judgment or coor-
dination. Pull off the road and park in a safe
area until you can drive safely.
Vehicle Handling
Your motor home is longer, wider and
higher than a typical car or truck you may
be accustomed to driving. Keep this in
mind as you become familiar with driving
your motor home. New motor home own-
ers should take special care to learn the dri-
ving and handling characteristics of your
vehicle in safe and familiar surroundings.
The distribution of the weight of your
motor home is designed so it will handle
safely while being driven.
• When loading the otor ho e, balance
the load front-to-rear and side-to-side.
• Load and secure heavier ite s lower in
the storage areas than lighter ite s.
If you fail to properly load your belongings and
supplies, you will defeat the load distribution
design of the motor home, possibly leading to
handling problems and a vehicle crash.
Vehicle Response
When you, the driver, accelerate, brake or
steer the motor home, it responds to these
inputs. If you are faced with an emergency
while driving, the way you respond to the
emergency and the way the motor home
responds becomes more critical. If you
load, alter or maintain your motor home
improperly, it will not respond as it did
when you first received it in an unloaded
condition. I proper loading, alteration,
aintenance and i proper driver
responses to e ergency conditions can
lead to handling proble s and vehicle
crashes.
Vehicle Towing
Your motor home can be equipped with a
hitch designed to allow you to tow vehicles