Fleetwood Bounder 1986 User manual

FULL ONE-YEAR/15,OOO MILE
---WARRANTY----
FOR MOTOA 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 delivery 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 unHl the unit has received 15,000 totalmiles of use as determined by the mileage shown on the odometer (whichever
occurs first), Written notice
of defects must be given to the selting dealer or the manufacturer not later than ten (1 0) days after the expiration
of the applicable warranty period.
OWNER'S OBLIGATIONS
The owner is responsible for normal maintenance as described in the Owner's Manual; however, minor adjustments (such as adjustments
to the interior of exterior doors,
LP regulator pressure, cabinet latches, TV antenna control, etc.) will be performed by the dealer during the
first 90 davs of warranty coverage. Thereafter, such adjustments are the responsibility of the owner as normal maintenance Ijr'lless required
as a direct result of repair or replacement of a defective part under this warranty.
If a problem occurs which the owner believes is covered by this warranty, 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 predeJivery
inspection and to repair
Of replace any parts necessary to correct defects in material or workmanship.
WHEN THE DEALER DOES NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM
If the dealer is unable orunwilling to resolve aproblem which the ownetis convinced is covered by the warranty, he should contact the MANUFAC·
TURING PLANT at the address listed below and provide the manufacturer with a description in writing of the problem and attempts made
to resolve it.
MANUFACTURING PLANT OBLIGATIONS
Upon receipt of notice of a claim, where the dealer was unable orunwilling to resolve the problem, the manufacturing plant will repair orreplace
any parts necessary to correct defects in material or workmanship,
or will take other appropriate action as may be required.
WHEN THE MANUFACTURING PLANT
DOES NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM
If the representatives 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 toU·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 ANO SATTERIES, WHICH ARE COVERED BY
THE SEPARATE WARRANTIES OF THE RESPECTIVE MANUFACTURERS OF THESE COMPONENTS.
2. DEFECTS CAUSED BY OR RELATED TO:
A. ABUSE, MISUSE, NEGLIGENCE OR ACCIDENT;
B. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH INSTRUCTJOI\:; CONTAINED IN THE OWNER'S MANUAL'
C. ALTERATION OR MODIFICATION OF THE MOTOR HOME;
3. NORMAL DETERIORATION DUE TO WEAR OR EXPOSURE, SUCH AS FADING OF FABRICS OR ORA PES, CARPET WEAR, ETC.
4. NORMAL MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE ITEMS, SUCH AS LIGHT BULBS, FUSES, WIPER BLADES, LUBRICANTS, ETC.
5. MOTOR HOMES ON WHICH THE ODOMETER READING HAS BEEN AL TEREO.
6. TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM DEALER OR MANUFACTURING PLANT LOCATION, LOSS OF TIME, INCONVENIENCE, COM-
MERCIAL 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 UMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC
lEGAL RIGHTS. AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY UNDERTAKING, REPRESENTATION, OR WARRANTY MADE BY ANY DEALER OR OTHER
PERSON BEYOND THOSE EXPRESSLY SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY.
Brand Name _~~~~~~~~~~~_ .~ __ Model _~~~~~~~~_Serial No. _~~~~~~~~_
CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS:
Consumer Affairs Department
Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc.
P.O. Box 7300
Riverside, California 92523
From California: (800) 442·4804
From Outside of California: (800) 854·4755
promed ,n USA

S .. ·,FETY REGULATIONS REGARDING LP GAS SYSTEMS
AND LP GAS APPLIANCES
The manufacturer of this recreational vehicle is required to furnish the follow-
ing consumer information as provided by the National Fire Prevention Associa-
tion and the American National Standards Institute. The information and warn-
ings 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
APPLIANCES(S) WILL AVOID DANGERS OF ASPHYXIATION. IT IS ESPECIALLY IMPOR·
TANT 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 CHARCOAL 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 VEHICLE 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 wi!! 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 corrected 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,

TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ............................. .
Planning and Preparation . .................. .
Loading and Weight Distribution. . . . . . . . . . . . .
.. 2
Have It All Under Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2
Inspect 'and Maintain .. .................... .
Keys and
locks . . . . . . . . . . . . ......... .
The Owner's Information Package .
........... .
Emergency
and Identification Information .. .
2
2
3
4
Bounder Motor Home Specifications. . . . . . . . . . .. 6
Travel Checklist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 7
Exterior Walkaround ....................... . 8
ON THE ROAD ............................... 10
Motor Home loading ....................... 10
Carrying Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Weighing Your Motor Home ............... 10
Loading Tips .......................... 11
Trailer Hitches and Towing . .............. . 11
Towing Automobiles .................... 12
Cockpit and Driver's Controls . ................ 13
Driver/Passenger Seats . .................. 15
Seat Belts ............................ 15
Child Restraint ......................... 15
Sunvisors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Front/Side Slider Windows ................ 16
Driving and Parking . ...................... . 16
Fuel and Fuel Systems ................... 17
Fuel Fill .............................. 17
Fuel Types and Vapor Lock ............... 17
Alternative Fuel Types ................... 18
Overheating ........................... 18
Variable Speed Engine Fan ................ 18
Carbon Monoxide Safety Precautions ........... 18
Safety Tips .............................. 18
Engine Access . ........................ 19
Tires ................................... 19
Tire Replacement . ......... , ........... . 19
Changing A Flat Tire .................... 20
Required Tools and Equipment . ............ 20
Towing ................................. 22
Lifting Pror.edure .................... , .. 22
LIVING WITH BOUNDER ........................ 23
Entry Step ............................... 23
E'ntry Assist Handle ........................ 23
Entry Doors, Screens, and Locks .............. 23
Windows ................................ 24
Emergency Exit Window . ................... . 24
Storage ................................. 24
Exterior Compartments . ................. . 24
Interior Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Interior and Furnishings . .................... 25
Dinette Conversion . . . . . . . . . . . . .... 26
Sofa/Lounge Conversion . ..
Folding Curtition . ...
Interior Lighting . , .. ,
Overhead Vents ..
. ........ 27
. ...... 27
.............. 27
...... 28
Effects of Prolonged Occupancy .. .
........ 28
Controlling Moisture Condensation ........... 28
Fire Safety ............................... 29
Smoke Detector. . . . . .. , ..... . 29
PLUMBING SYSTEMS ................ . .. .. 30
Fresh Water System . ........... , .......... . 30
Water Purifier System .. ..... , ........... 31
The Water Pump ....................... 31
The Monitor Panel . ........ , .. , . , ....... 31
Sanitizing the Fresh Water System . ......... 31
Troubleshooting The Fresh Water System, ... . 32
Leaks ............................... 32
Clogged Water Filter .................... 32
Excessive Water Pressure. , , . , , .......... . 32
Water Pump Troubleshooting . ... , ......... 32
The Waste Water System .................... 33
Toilet. ............................... 33
Toilet Maintenance ... ...... , . , , , ....... . 33
Toilet Troubleshooting ................... 34
Dumping The Holding Tanks ............... 34
Holding Tank Care and Maintenance .. , , .... . 35
Water System Winterizing ...... . , ........... 35
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ......................... 36
Chassis Electrical System .. ....... , .. , ....... 36
Chassis Bulbs & Fuses ...............•... 36
12-Volt Coach System ...................... 37
Auxiliary Battery . ... , .......... , , ..... . 37
Battery Inspection and Care. , ....... , ... , , 37
Battery Charging ....................... 37
Selecting a Replacement Battery ...... , .. , . 38
12-Volt AC System ........................ 38
The Power Converter, , . , , , ' , ....... , .. , . 38
Ground Fault Interrupter . .......... , , .... . 38
Entertainment Equipment . ................ , .. 39
TV Antenna .............................. 39
Generator Power Plant. , .... , . , ........ , .... 39
Generator Operating Safety Precautions . .... , 39
LIQUID PETROLEUM GAS SYSTEM ................ 41
Filling LP Gas Tanks ........................ 41
LP Gas Regulator .......................... 41
Using LP Gas System At Low Temperatures .. , , .. 41
LP Gas System Leak Checks .................. 41
LP Gas Leak Detector . . . . . . . . . . . , , 42
Lighting LP Gas Appliances ..
. ......... 42
LP Gas Safety Precautions ..... . .
......... 42
APPLIANCES ................................ 43
Water Heater. . . . . . . . . . . . , . , ...... , .. . 43
Furnace. , ..
Range, , . , ..
Range Exhaust Hood
. ......... 43
43
.. 44

Air Conditioner.
............... 44
Refrigerator .... .
Smoke Detector . ........ .
......... 44
........... 44
MAINTENANCE
.......................... 45
Chassis and Vehicle Identification.
Lubrication .
............ .
....... 45
..... 45
Wheels And Tires. . . ..... 48
Tire Inspection and f10tatlon .............. . 50
Inflation Pressure . ...................... 50
Wheel and Tire Balancing ................. 50
Tire Replacement ... ................... . 50
Wheel Stud Bolt Replacement ............. 50
Engine .................................. 51
Engine Oils ............................ 51
Viscosity ...... ...................... . 51
Synthetic Engine Oils . ... _ ......... , .... . 52
Checking Oil Level ...................... 52
Changing the Oil ....................... 52
Changing the Oil Filter ................... 52
Engine Fuel Systems . , ........... , ........ . 52
Fuel Filters ............................ 52
Air Cleaner Element Replacement ... , ....... 53
Cooling System ........................... 54
Maintenance and Inspection .. .... , ........ 54
Coolant Level .......................... 54
Flushing Cooling System ................. 54
Engine Electrical . .. , ...................... . 54
Battery Inspection and Care ....... ....... . 54
Battery Charging ....................... 55
Selecting a Replacement Battery . ......... . 55
Jump Starting ......................... 55
Transmission ..... , . , ... , .... , ............ 56
Maintenance and Inspection . .... ' ... , , .... 56
Fluid Level and Appearance ..... ......... . 56
Capacity ............................. 56
Changing Fluid ......................... 57
Heating And Air Conditioning. _ .. , ... _ .... , ... 57
Troubleshooting the System , . . . . . .... 57
Refrigeration Section . .... _ .... ' ......... 57
Inspection. ,
.. _. . . . .. . ...... , ..... , .. 57
Operational Quick Checks ... , , .. , .- ....... 58
Vacuum System Diagnosis. _. . _ ..... ' . , .. . 58
Electrical Circuit Diagnosis . ... _. ,. . .... . 58
Steering And Suspension System .. .......... , . 58
Front Suspension and Alignment .. , , , . , , ... 58
Caster ... " ...... ,.. . ............ ,. 59
Camber.
Toe-In . .... , ... , .. _, .. , , , , .. , .
Maintenance
and Inspection.
Lubrication of Steering Linkage, .
Steering Damper Check ..
. .. 59
..... 59
. .. 59
. ... 59
. ..... 59
Maintenance and Inspection. . . . . . . .. . .... 60
Lea'· -lge Check. ....... . .......... . 60
Quick Fixes. . . , , . , 60
Drive Shaft And Universal Joints .. , ........... . 62
Rear Axle .. , ....
. .................. 62
Brakes .................................. 63
Filling the Master Cylinder ................ 63
Brake Hose Inspection . .. , .. , , . , . . . 63
Lining Inspection ............. , ... 63
Brake Drum Inspection, . . . ............ 63
Parking Brake .......................... 63
Inspection ... , . , , , .... , ... , ... , .. , ... , 63
Cable Adjustment ....................... 63
Drive Belts And Specifications ........... , .... 64
Base Cracking , .. , ... , , . , .. , ........ , . . 64
Fabric Rupture ......................... 64
Cover Tear . ......... ' , , .. , , ....... , . , . 64
Slip Burn ............................. 64
Gouged Edge .......................... 64
Worn Sides ........................... 64
Excessive Stretch .... .................. . 64
Lumpy Belts ........................... 65
Internal Cord Failure ..................... 65
Improper Length ........................ 65
Belt Replacement .......................... 65
Replace Belts in Matched Sets ............. 65
Check Condition of Pulleys ................ 65
Check Pulleys Alignment ................. 65
Belt Installation ........................ 65
Belt Tension Adjustment .................. 65
Proper Belt Tension IV-Belts) ............... 65
DO NOT USE BELT DRESSING ............. 66
Belt Cleaning Instructions .. .............. . 66
Hot Start Problem Conditions ................. 66
Exterior ........ ..... , ............ , ...... 67
Stains ............................... 67
Windows, Doors, Vents & Locks . ........... 67
Sealant Renewal ....................... 68
Roof Resealing ......................... 68
Door & Window Ae-Sealing ............... 68
Interior .. " ........ , .................. ,. 68
Upholstery & Drapes .................... 68
Wall & Ceiling Panels .................... 68
Floors & Carpeting ...................... 68
PREPARING THE MOTOR HOME
FOR LONG-TERM STORAGE ...................... 69
Storage Checklist .......................... 69
Short-term Storage lIess than 60 days)
Above Freezing , .. , ..... , .. , , .... , , .... 69
Long-term Storage Above Freezing . .... , . , . . 69
Winterization And Winter Storage. . . . 69
Winter Storage Below Freezing, ......... , , , 70
Water System Winterizing .. , , .. , , . , ...... . 70
General Vehicle Winter Storage Checklist, , .. , 70
Reactivating The Motor Home After Storage . 71
Maintenance Chart, . ,
... 73

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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 Bounderl
Your motor home has been designed to provide you
with many years of carefree, pleasant traveling and
vacationing. This manual describes many features
of your motor home and provides an operating guide
so
that you can obtain the best performance from
those features. Your motor home has been designed
to conform with, or exceed, the American National
Standards
Institute A 119.2, NFPA 501 C, Canadian
CSA Standard Z-240 (units built for Canada only). and
applicable
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 motor home
. will require care and regular maintenance in order to
retain its maximum performance characteristics. The
dealer will give you basic operating and maintenance
instructions; 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 additional
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, trouble-free service from your motor home.
Study these instructions carefully. A good working
knowledge of your motor home and how to care for
it will help you enjoy many miles and years of recrea-
tional living.
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 handle any normal
problems which might occur. Customer service is of
utmost importance to your dealer, and is just as impor-
tant to the manufacturer. Your motor home is covered
by one of the most comprehensive warranty programs
in
the industry, and this manual contains a section
outlining the warranty 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 informed in case you have a warranty-related
problem, and
your dealer will be better able to get you
on
the road again. 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 dealership,
giving
him an opportunity to help his service
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
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:
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.
Serial Number Location
4. If you wish to call for assistance, please use
these
toll-free telephone numbers:
From California: (SOO) 442-4S04
From outside California: (SOO) S54-4755
NOTE: Some equipment and features
described or shown in this manual may be op-
tional on some models. This instructional
manual is of general nature only. Because of
the continuous program of product improve-
ment conducted by Fleetwood it is possible
that recent product changes may not be in-
cluded in this manual. Specifications may
change without notice. The instructions in-
cluded in this manual are intended as a guide,
and in no respect extend the responsibilities
of the manufacturing subsidiary, parent com-
pany or affiliates beyond the standard written
warranty as presented in this manual.

NOTE: This product is designed for recrea-
tional use and short term occupancy only. It
is not designed or intended to be used as per-
manent 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 considered normal and may under the
terms of the warranty, constitute misuse,
abuse, or neglect, and may therefore reduce
your warranty protection. This manual con-
tains 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 PER-
FORMING A COMPLETE PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION
OF THE CHASSIS AND ALL MOTOR HOME COM-
PONENTS AS SPECIFIED IN THE PRE-DELIVERY
CHECKLISTS SUPPLIED BY THE MOTOR HOME
MANUFACTURER AND THE CHASSIS MANUFAC-
TURER. 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 PRE-DELIVERY 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 PRE-DELIVERY 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
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
2
HOME. This manual contains a detailed section that
explains proper loading and weighing of the vehicle.
HA VE IT ALL UNDER CONTROL
Remember, your new motor home is a large vehicle
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 character-
istics 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
I Vehicle- Department can provide you with the appli-
cable
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.
Keys
KEYS AND LOCKS
The keys to your motor home are pictured above.
Record all key numbers and keep them in a safe place
at home and in the motor home.

THE OWNER'S INFORMATlON 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 pos-
sible detail of equipment and options installed on or
Owner's Info Package
3
in your motor home, there are booklets and instruc-
tional material in the package that will help you
operate, maintain and troubleshoot those items. Be
sure you read all this information. Keep it handy for
reference. If you ever decide to sell or trade your motor
home, be sure the new owner gets all the material in
this package.

EMERGENCY AND IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION
Before we show you how things work, take a few minutes to fill in the information on these two pages.
It'll be a handy reference for you in the future.
Your Name ______________________________________________________________________ _
Model
Serial Number ____________________________________________________________________ _
Date Purchased __________________________________________________________________ __
Dealer Name
Address
Telephone
Contact ________________________________________________________________________ ___
Insurance Policy
Company ______________________________________________________________________ ___
Agent Name
Telephone
Policy Number
Range/Oven
Manufacturer ____________________________________________________________________ _
Model
Serial Number ____________________________________________________________________ __
Refrigerator
Manufacturer ____________________________________________________________________ __
Model
Serial N um ber ____________________________________________________________________ __
Furnace
Manufacturer ____________________________________________________________________ __
Model
Serial Number ____________________________________________________________________ __
4

Water Heater
Manufacturer
________________________________________________________________________ __
Model
Serial Number________________________________________________________________________ __
Air Conditioner
Manufacturer ________________________________________________________________________ __
Model
Serial Number
Microwave Oven
Manufacturer ________________________________________________________________________ __
Model
Serial Number
Stereo
Manufacturer ________________________________________________________________________ __
Model
Serial Number
Generator
Manufacturer ________________________________________________________________________ __
Model
Serial Number
Miscellaneous
Key Number
5

BOUNDER MOTOR HOME SPECIFICATIONS
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FOOD -BEVERAGES
____ Bread
____ Milk
____ Sugar
____ Coffee
____ Tea
____ Salt
__ ~_Pepper
____ Catsup
____ Mustard
____ Eggs
____ Bacon
____ Butter
____ Cheese
__ ~_ lunch Meat
____ Meat Dinners
____ Potatoes
____ Vegetables
____ Fruit
_--::- __ Cereals
-c--- Cookies
____ Beverages
____ Soups
____ Crackers
____ Pancake Mix
GAllEY
_-,--- Dishes, Cups
_~ __ Silverware
____ Tumblers
____ Coffee Pot
____ Pots, Covers
____ Pans, Covers
____ Utensils, Flipper
____ Paper Plates, Cups
____ Napkins
____ Paper Towels
____ Can Opener
____ Bottle Opener
____ Sponges
____ Dish Towels
____ Dish Drainer
____ liquid Detergent
_-,- __ Soap Powder
____ Window Cleaner
____ Wax Paper/Foil
____ Plastic Bags
____ large Trash Bags
____ Portable BBQ
____ Charcoal Starter Fluid
____ Clothesline
____ Clothes pins
____ Matches
____ Water Pail
____ Candles
TRA VEL CHECK LIST
TOilETRIES -PERSONAL
____ Face Soap
____ Wash Cloths
____ Hand Towels
____ Bath Towels
____ Bathmat
____ Rubber Shower Mat
____ Facial Tissues
____ Bathroom Tissue
____ Toothbrushes
____ Toothpaste
____ Hair Brush
____ Combs
____ Chapstick
____ Suntan lotion
____ Razor & Blades
____ Nail Clippers
____ Insect Repellent
____ First Aid Kit
____ Snake Bite Kit
____ Sunglasses
CLOTHING
____ Underwear
____ Jackets
____ Sweaters
____ Various Shoes
____ Socks
____ Bathing Suits
____ Hats, Caps
____ Rainwear
____ Handkerchiefs
____ Pajamas
SLEEPING GEAR
____ Pillows
____ Pillow Cases
____ Sheets
_____ Blankets
____ Sleeping Bags
RELAXING - ENTERTAINMENT
____ Playing Cards
____ Jigsaw Puzzles
____ Games
____ Books, Magazines
____ Writing Pads, Pencils
____ Canopy or Awning
____ Battery Radio
____ Folding Chairs
SPORTS
____ Fishing Rods
____ Tackle Box, Bait
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____ Baseball Bat, Gloves
____ Football
____ Frisbee
____ Hiking Boots
____ Backpack
____ Hunting Knife
____ Pocket Knife
____ Pocket Compass
____ Swim Fins
____ Air Pump
____ Kite & String
____ Copy Peterson's "Field
Guide"
MISCELLANEOUS
____ Road Maps
____ Directory, Trailer Camps
____ Camera & Film
____ Sewing Kit, Patches
____ Clothes Hangers
____ Firewood
TOOLS
____ Screwdriver
____ Adjustable Wrench
____ Pliers
____ Small Saw
____ Hammer
____ Hatchet
____ Folding Shovel
____ lantern, Fuel, Mantles
____ Flashlight
____ Spare Batteries, Bulb
____ Spare 12V Bulb
____ Spare 1 2V Fuses
____ Voltmeter
____ Circuit Test Light
____ Jumper Cables
____ Tire Air Gauge
____ Water Can
____ Gas Can
____ Holding Tank Disposal
Hoses(s)
____ Water Drain Pail
____ Flares or Reflectors
____ Holding Tank Chemicals
____ Fresh Water Hose
____ Fill Water Tank
____ Fill lPG Tank
____ Check Tires
____ Check Wheel lugs
____ Check Batteries
____ Check Running Lights
____ Check Brakes

EXTERIOR WALKAROUND
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1. Roof Air Conditioner -Rear
2. Refrigerator Roof Vent
3. Range Hood Vent
4. Roof Air Conditioner -Front
5. Exterior Storage Compartment
6. LP Gas Compartment
7. Patio Receptacle
8. Refrigerator
Compartment
9. Furnace Vent
10. Water Heater
Compartment
11. Water Utility Compartment
12. Exterior Storage Compartment
13. Patio Light
14. Rear Exterior/Interior Storage
Compartment
15" Exterior Storage Compartment
16. Exterior Storage Compartment
17; Water Utility/Holding Tank Drain Valves
18. Sewer Hose Compartment
19. Electric Utility Compartment
20. Fuel Filters
21. Water Tank/Drain Valves
22. Generator Compartment (optional)
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ON THE ROAD
MOTOR HOME LOADING
Even though your motor home is built on a truck
chassis, there are limitations to how much it can hold
and carry. These limitations are called G,oss Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR) and the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR).
The
GVWR is the maximum load the motor home
is designed to carry. This includes everything-the
body, all interior furnishings, your belongings,
passengers, fuel, fresh water, waste water-attached
to or carried in the vehicle. GVWR limits are governed
by the structure and materials used in the chassis,
frame, axles, bearings, and tires.
The
GAWR is the maximum load that either the front
or rear axle is designed to carry. The GVWR is equal
to or slightly less than the sum of the front and rear
axle GAWRs. The total of the axle loads must not ex-
ceed the overall GVWR.
The GVWR and the front and rear GAWRs for your
motor home are shown on the certification tag posted
on the sidewall next to the driver's seat. Remember,
these
ratings are for a fully loaded vehicle. To find out
how much load you can carry, you have to weigh your
motor home empty, and compare the empty weight
readings with the GVWR rating. Do this initial
weighing with the water, holding tanks and fuel tanks
as close to empty as possible. Water and gasoline are
heavy and can make the motor home seem heavier
than
it really is. Weigh without passengers. When you
weigh, get out of the motor home. The weight of even
one person can
influence the scale readings. Weigh
at an accurate and certified weigh station that uses
platform scales suitable for trucks. Consult your
telephone directory for weigh stations in your area,
The
difference between the empty weight and the
weight of the motor home in traveling configuration
is your usable load, If the loaded weight of your motor
home exceeds the GVWR or the weight on any axle
exceeds that axle's GAWR, the motor home is
overloaded and you'll have to remove items to bring
the
weight down to or below the GVWR and GAWR.
Carrying Capacity
During the design and development of our motor
homes, the number and size of storage compartments,
and
the liquid tank capacities 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 positions
with passengers, the motor
home will probably be overloaded. According to Na-
tional Highway Traffic Safety Administration figures,
an average vehicle occupant weighs 150 pounds,
each gallon of gasoline weighs six pounds, and each
10
gallon of water weighs over eight pounds. The
operator is responsible for analyzing the conditions in
which the motor home will be utilized for each trip.
Thoughtful consideration of the weight placed in the
motor home can yield important benefits:
• maximum flexibility in the use of the liberal
storage facilities provided in the motor home;
• improved handling characteristics and ride
comfort:
• better fuel mileage and reduced tire wear.
Weighing Your Loaded Motor Home
The following weighing procedure will help you
determine whether your loaded motor home (complete
with cargo, fluids, passengers, and driver) is within
GA WR 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 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
platform 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 vehicle load.
5.
If reading 2 is less than the GVWR of your
vehicle, check readings 1 and 3 to verify that
each is less than the GAWR on the certification
tag. If either exceeds the GAWR for the axle,
redistribute enough
of the load to ensure that
loads on the front and rear axles are within the
required limit.
6. Since the placement of cargo on each side of
the motor home is important, each side of the
motor home should also be weighed. This will
require positioning both wheels on each side
down the center of the scale platform and tak-
ing a reading for each side. The attendant will
help you with proper positioning.
Periodically re-weigh your motor home. Different
traveling configurations may change your loading and
weight pattern.
WARNING: DO NOT EXCEED THE RATED LOAD
OF THE MOTOR HOME, OR THE RATED LOAD OF
ANY AXLE.
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
FACTORY INSTALLED OPTIONS. IF OTHER EQUIP-
MENT 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.
Loading Tips
After you have determined how much weight you
can
safely carry and selected those items to make up
that weight, make a list and keep it for future
reference. Load the motor home and distribute the load
so
that you get proper weight on the axles. Do not
load heavy items near either end of the motor home
or on the rear bumper. Adjust cargo storage to keep
the side
to side wheel loads as equal as possible. Carry
only as much water as needed for travel use or to
balance the load. Whenever possible, empty the
holding tanks before traveling.
WARNING: DO NOT INSTALL ANY TYPE OF
WEIGHT CARRYING RACK OR FRAME TO THE
REAR BUMPER OR ANY CHASSIS OR BODY COM-
PONENT
OF THE MOTOR HOME. DAMAGE TO
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THE MOTOR HOME BODY AND UNSTABLE
HANDLING C;HARACTERISTICS MAY RESULT.
WARNING:
EXCEEDING THE GAWR OR GVWR OF
YOUR MOTOR HOME CAN CAUSE UNDESIRABLE
HANDLING CHARACTERISTICS AND MAY
CREATE A SAFETY HAZARD. MODIFICATION OF
YOUR VEHICLE BY ADDITION OF RACKS NOT
SPECIFIED BY THE MANUFACTURER TO CARRY
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT
OR VEHICLES IS NOT
RECOMMENDED,
MAY CREATE A SAFETY
HAZARD, AND MAY VOID YOUR WARRANTY.
Make a loading diagram of your properly loaded
motor home. It will help you locate where specific
items are stored, and will help speed the loading pro-
cess. Store emergency items in a readily accessible
location. Include tools, first-aid
kit, rain gear, flashlight,
highway warning devices, and an electric cord with
light.
WARNING: DO NOT STORE OR CARRY LP GAS
CONTAINERS, GASOLINE,
OR OTHER FLAM-
MABLE LIQUIDS INSIDE YOUR MOTOR HOME.
Trailer Hitches And Towing
If you expect to pull a trailer with your motor home,
please use these guidelines when choo'sing a hitch and
trailer:
* Hitch clpssification: Class II
* Limit the vertical hitch load (tongue weight of
the trailer) to a maximum of 250 pounds.
Heavier vertical hitch loads can cause damage
to your motor home rear frame and body, cause
unstable driving and handling characteristics,
and may restrict your rights under the Owner-
care warranty.
* Do not tow a trailer weighing more than 3500
pounds, or more than recommended by the
chassis manufacturer, whichever is les3.
Heavier trailers can cause damage to the motor
home structure or drive train, cause unstable
driving or handling characteristics, or restrict
your rights under the Ownercare warranty.
* Check the following chart (provided by the
chassis manufacturer) to determine the Gross
Combined
Weight Rating (GCWR) of the motor
home chassis. The GCWR is the total weight
of the fully loaded motor home with driver, all
passengers,
all cargo and the fully loaded trailer.
Chassis
Axle
Manufacturer Engine Ratio GCWR
Chevrolet 7.4L (454)
V8 Gas 4.73 14,000
Chevrolet 4.10 15,500
Chevrolet
4.56 17,500
Chevrolet 4.88 18,500
* Alternate gear ratios may be retrofitted for
special towing needs. Contact your local
chassis
manufacturer dealer for chassis recom-
mendations. Exceeding these GCWR's may

cause damage to your motor home drive train
or chassis, unstable driving and handling
characteristics, and may void your warranty.
• Weigh your motor home fully loaded with driver,
passengers,
cargo, and the fully loaded trailer
attached. Do not exceed the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR) of any axle, and do not exceed
the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of
either the motor home Or the trailer, or the Gross
Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) of the motor
home. If any of these ratings are exceeded,
weight must be eliminated or shifted until scale
weights are equal to or less than ratings.
Towing Automobiles
If you plan to tow an automobile with your motor
home, the tongue weight must not exceed 250
pounds. The Gross Combined Weight must not exceed
the GCWR listed on the chart.
CAUTION: Towing devices (other than wheeled
dollies) that raise the front or rear wheels of the
vehicle in tow off the ground create tongue
weights in excess of the 250 pounds maximum,
and must not be used.
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COCKPIT AND O'?:VEH'S CONTROLS
Tr·, ... ~,n ' .. tiHUment cluster and switches are
located on a hinged panel directly in front of the driver.
Instruments & Controls
1. Parking Brake-The parking brake leveris located
on the floor near the left driver wall. Pull the lever
up to set the brake, push down to release.
2. Cruise Control -The cruise control is located
on the turn signal lever.
To engage: Rotate the activator/speed control
arm dial to the click/detent. Accelerate to approx-
imately 30 MPH, push the engage button on the
end of thE> control arm. The cruise control will
smoothly accelerate to the set cruise speed. Turn
dial up or down to change speed.
To disengage: Step on brake pedal (tap the pedal
to activate the stop light switch.) When the
brakes are applied, the cruise control
automatically disengages. You may also
disengage the system by turning the control dial
to "OFF".
To reengage: Turn control arm "ON", press
engage button on the end of the control arm.
WARNING: Do not use the cruise control on slip-
pery roads or in congested traffic.
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The panel lifts up allowing access to fuses, wiring and
instruments below and behind the panel. See "ELEC-
TRICAL SYSTEM" for fuse locations and
specifications.
3. Headlight Switch - The three-position light
switch controls the headlights, taillights, park-
ing lights, sidemarker lights, instrument lights and
dome lights as shown. Instrument light intensi-
ty can be varied by turning knob clockwise or
counterclockwise. Full
counterclockwise position
turns on interior light.
HEADLIGHTS &
MARKER LIGHTS
TAil AND
INSTRUMENT
LIGHTS
PARKING LIGHTS &

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.
4. 2-Speed Windshield Wiper/Washer with
Delay- Turn inner knob clockwise for wiper ac-
tion. The wiper blades are mounted on "articu-
lated" arms that allow the blades to follow a
wiping path as wide as possible.
OFF-No wiper action.
1st notch-Wiper delay ON. Turn outer knob
clockwise for longer delay between wiper
strokes.
2nd notch-Slow wiping action.
3rd notch-Fast wiping action.
To WASH, press outer 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.
NOTE: Windshield wipers are controlled by
separate motors, and do
not necessarily wipe in
synchronization. When wipers are turned OFF, one
or the other wiper blade may lag behind before
stopping.
On DELAY setting, wiper blades will not
necessarily operate in sync.
5.
Auxiliary Start Switch -The Auxiliary Start
System permits using the auxiliary battery (see
Electrical
System) to start the motor home
engine if the vehicle battery is discharged. To
use the Auxiliary Start System:
• Be sure the vehicle is stopped, shift to "P"
(PARK) and apply the parking brake.
• Press and hold the Auxiliary Start switch on
the instrument panel.
• Start engine with ignition switch.
• Release Auxiliary Start switch.
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).
6. Instrument Cluster
7. Radio/Tape Player
8. Monitor Panel
9. 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.
10. Generator Remote Start/Stop Switch
11. Cigarette Lighter
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12. 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.
A/C-Air conditioner compressor is on,
outside air is circulated through instrument
panel outlets.
VENT -A/C 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.
13. Ignition Switch -The ignition switch is located
on the right side of the lower steering column,
just above the brake pedal.
ACC
OFF
ON
START
14. 6-Position Tilt Steering Wheel-Pull the tilt lever
towards the steering wheel to release. Release
lever
at desired tilt angle,
15. Hazard Warning Flasher-Flashes front & rear
for emergency parking. Press center button to
engage, pull outer collar to turn off.