Fleetwood Bounder 1989 User manual

~ FlEETWOOD.
1989
owner's tnanual

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FULL ONE-YEAR/15,OOO MILE
....---- WARRANTY -----,
FDA MOTOR HOMES MANUFACTURED BY SUBSIDIARIES OF FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES. INC.
SOLO IN THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA
COVERAGE PROVIDED
Your new motor home., including the structure, plumbing, heating lind elecuical systems, and all ~ppli8nces end equipment instaJLed bV the
mlnulacturer. is warranted under 00"",1 use to be free from manufacturing defects in material or workmanship.
The warranty eK1ends to the fifStl1!llaR purchaser and his transferee Is' and begins on the date of original retail delivery Of the date the motor
home is first placed into setVice 8S • rental. commercial or demonstrator unit (whichever occurs first!. The warranty extends for 8 period of
one yeer from such date or until the unit has received 15,000 tOlal miles of use 85 determined by the mileage shown on the odometer (whichever
occurs firstl, Written notice of defects must be giwn to the selling dealer or the manufacturer not latel than ten (101 days after the eKpiration
of the applicable warranty period.
OWNER'S OBLIGATIONS
lhe owner is responsible for normal maintenance as described in the Owne"s Manual; however, minor adjustments (such as adjustments to
the interior of exter;Ol doors, LP regulatOl pressure. cabinet latches. TV antenna control. etc.1 will be performed by the dealer during the first
90 days of warranty coverage. lhereafter, such adjustments are the responsibility of the owner 8S normal maintenance unless required 8S 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 wauanty. the owner shall contact the SELLING DEALER, or other authorized
dealer, giving him sullicient information to resolve the matter. The owner shalt 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
inspectton 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 hi unab'e or unwilling10 resolve. prob4em which the owner is convinced is covered by the warranty, he should contact the MANUFAC·
lURING PLANT at the address listed below and provide the manufacturer with a description in writing of the problem and attempts made to
reso(ve it.
'MANUfACTURING PLANT OBUGAnoNS
Upon receipt of notice of a cLatm, where the dealer was unab~ or unwilling to ,esolve the problem, the manufacturing plant will repair Or replace
any parts necessary to correct defects in material or Workmanship. or will take other appropriate action as may be requited.
WHEN THE MANUFACTURING PLANT DOES NOT RI;SOLVE THE PROBLEM
II t!"le representatives of the manufacturing p&Itnt are unabk! to resolve the problem and the oWnllr is convinced that it is coveted by the warranty,
the owner should call1he toY·free number Wsted below to desCfibe the problem and the attempts made to resolve it.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED If'{ THE EXPReSS WARRANTY
ltilS WARRANTY DOeS NOT CovER:
1. THE AUlOMOTIVE SYSTEM (lNCWOlNG THE CHASSIS AND DRive lRAINI. TIRES AND BATTERIES, WHICH ARE COVERED BY
THE SEPARAlE WARRAN:TIES Of THE RESPECTIVE MANUfACTURERS OF THESE COMPONENTS.
2. DEfECTS CAUSED BY OR RELAlEO 10:
A. ABUSE, MISUSE, NEGUGENCE OR ACCIDENT;
e. FAIWRE TO COMPlY WITH INSTRUC1l0NS CONTAINED IN lHE OWNER'S MANUAl: '
C. AIl"ERATtON OR MOOlflCAnON OF THE MOTOR HOME:
3. NORMAL DETERIORATION DUE TO WEAR OR EXPOSURE, SUCH AS FADING OF FABRICS OR DRAPES, CARPET WEAR. ETC.
4. NORMAL MAINlENANCE AND SERVICE ITEMS, SUCH AS UGHT BULBS. FUSES, WIPER BLADES. WBRJCANlS, ETC.
5. MOTOR HOMES ON WHICH lHE ODOMETER REACING HAS BEEN AL1EREC.
6. lRANSPQRTATlONTO AND FROM DEAlER ORMANUFACTURINGPlANT lDCATlON, LOSS Of liME, INCONVENIENCE. COMMER-
CIAl LOss.1DSS Of use. TOWING CHARGES. BUS FARES. CARRENTAL. INCIDEN1A1.oCHARGES SUCH AS TElEPHONE CALlS
OR HOTEL BIUS.- OR OTHER INctOENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. - '.
SOME STAtEs DO NOr A1JDNllfE EXCl.US10N OR UMITATlON OF INCIDENTALOR CONSEQUENTIAl DAMAGES. SO THE ABOVE
UMI1ATlON OR EXCWSION MAY NOT APPLY to VOu. .
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECtFIC LEGAL. RIGHTS. AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VAff'( FROM STATE 10 $fATE.
THE MANUFACTURER 1S NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY UNDERTAKING, REPRESENTATION, OR WARRANTY MADE BY ANY DEALER OR ~ER
PERSON BEYOND THOSE EXPRESSLY SET FORTH IN nilS WARRANTY.
Brand Name _________________ Model __________ Serial No. _________ _
CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS:
Consumer Affairs Department
Fleetwood Enterprises. Inc.
P,O. Box 7300
RiverS'ide. California 92523
From California: {SOD} 442~4804
From Outsid'e of California: (SOOI 854.4755
prlnled in USA

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
Carbon Monoxide Safety Precautions
.......... 11
Safety Tips _ ...•. __ ...........•.•.•..... 11
Engine Access ••...............••• _ •.•. 11
Tires ...•..•.........•.......•....•.... 12
Tire Replacement
.....•.....••....... ',' . 12
Changing A Flat Tire
........••.••..••••• 12
Required Tools And Equipment. ............ 13
Jacking Procedure
..... _ ................ 14
Towing
......•.••.............. _ ..•••.. 15
lifting Instructions ...•.• (See Inside Back Page)
ON THE ROAD ...........•• ' •.....••.•••••• 16
Motor Home Loading ..... : ............... 16
Carrying Capacity
••• _ •••••••• _ .••• _• • • • 16
Detennining and Distributing Your
Motor Home Load . . . . . . . . • • . . . . • . . . . . • . . . 16
Weighing Your Loaded Motor Hortie. _ •••••• _ 16
Weighing Your Loaded
Motor Home
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Tag Axle Models ••• : •••••••••• _• . •• 17
Loading Tips
...•••......•••••• __ • __ ••• 18
Trailer Hitches And Towing
......••. __ • _ ••• _18
Towing Automobiles
••••••• _• _ •• _• ___ , __ • lB
LIVING WITH yOUR MOTOR HOME: •••• _• '. : ____ 19 .
Manual Entry Steps
.•.•• _• _• __ • _____ •••• 19
Power Entry Steps •••••....•••.• _. _ ••••• 19
Entry Assist Handle (Selected
Models Only) ••• 19
Entry Doors, Screens, And Locks
•• ' •.••••••• 19
Windows
......•............•......... 19
Emergency Exit Window
.........•..•.... 19
Storage
........................ _ ...... 19
Exterior Compartments
..............•.... 19
Interior Storage ........................ 19
Interior And Furnishings ......•.••......... 20
Dinette Conversion ..................... 20
Sofa/Lounge Conversion .................. 20
Folding Doors ................••••..•.. 20
Interior Lighting ... , .................... 20
Overhead Vents ........................ 20
Effects Of Prolonged Occupancy ............. 20
Controlling Moisture Condensation ........... 21
Fire Safety ............................. 21
Smoke Detector ...... , ......... , ....... 21
PLUMBING SYSTEMS ....................... 22
Fresh Water System ....... ' .... , .......... 22
Water Purifier System ........ ' ........... 23
The Water Pump ....•.................. 23
The Monitor Panel ...................... 23
Sanitizing The Fresh Water System ......... 24
Troubleshooting The Fresh Water System •.... 24
Leaks .••.•....... ; .. ':' .•............• 24
Clogged Water Filter .....•.............. 24
Water Pump Troubleshooting .............. 24
The Waste Water System .............•..•. 25
Toilet. ................................ 25
Toilet Maintenance ...................... 25
Toilet Troubleshooting ................... 26
Dumping The Holding Tanks .............. 26
Holding Tank Care And Maintenance ........ 27
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS ................•.. _ .. 28
Chassis Electrical System ••................ 28
Chassis Bulbs and Fuses .. _ .......•.•••. _ 28
12-voltCoachSystem ...•.•.••.••.•..... _ 28
Auxiliary Battery • . • • • . • • • • ••••• ___ • • • • • 28
Battery Inspection and Care •..... _ ...•••• 28
Battery Charging .....•............••..• 29
Selecting A Replacement Battery ........... 29
120-volt ,.AC System ..••.............•.... 29
The Power Converter. . . . . . . . . . • • . . . • • • • • 29
Ground Fault Interrupter • • • • • • • • • . • . . . . • • . • 29
Entertainment Equipment •••• '_. . . . • • • • • • • • • 30
TVAntenna. __ .•• _ •••••..•..•••••.•••.• 30
TV "Ghosts" And FM "Flutter ••••......... _ 30
Minimizing Multipath Distortion and Improving
Signal
Quality _• • • • • . • • • • • • • • • • . . . • • • • • 31
Generator Power Plant • • • • • • • . . . . . ••. _ •• _• 31
Generator Operating Safety Precautions •••••• 32
Warm Weather Operation ••••.......•••• ' •• 32
Cold Weather Operation •••••......... __ •• 32
Preparation For Storage • • • • • • • • • • . . . • • • . • 33
. Reactivating, Generator System After
Long Term Storage : •• ; •• '. • • • • _. . • . . _. • • 33
Generator Maintenance And Service • • • • • . • • 33
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WIRING. _ ••. _ ....•.••••• 33
LPG SYSTEM. '.' _. _ ....... " ••••• :'; ; ; •' •••• , ••. 34
LPG Gas Safety Precautions ••• : •••..••• __ •• 34
System Components •. _ ..•••••••.•••.••... 35
Hoses And Fittings .•..•.•.•.••.•....•.. 35
LP Gas Regulator .••.•.......•....•.... 35
Using LP Gas System At Low Temperatures .•.. 35
Filling LP Gas Tanks ••.•.............•.... 36
LP Gas System Leak Checks .•.......••.... 36
LPG Leak Detector ....................... 36
Lighting LP Gas Appliances ................ 37
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APPLIANCES .......................... 38
Water Heater ..................•.... 38
Furnace. . . . ..................... 38
Range.
....... 38
Range Exhaust Hood .................. 38
Air Conditioner ...................... 39
Refrig·~rator ......................... 39
Smoke Detector ......................... 39
MAINTENANCE .................•.......... 40
Lubrication . . . • . . . . . . . . . . . . . • . . • . . . . . . .• 40
Wheels' And Tires ................•....... 40
Tire Inspection And Rotation ••..•......... 40
Inflation Pressure ••.••••••.••...•.•...•• 40
Wheel And Tire Balancing .•..•......•...• 40
,'Fire Replacement. ••••.••••....••.•..... 41
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Engine •....•.......................... 41
E~~ine Oils . , ....•.........•••......•. 41
Engine Fuel Systems ..•.....•..........•.. 41
Fuel-And Air Filters ..................... 41
. Air Cleaner Element Replacement. .....•... .41
,,;C,?oling System ••••••••••••.....•••..... 41
,,:Maintenance And Inspection .•....•....... 41
Coolant Level. • • • • • • • • • . . ••.•••••••.••• 41
Flushing Cooling System •.••••••••.•••••• 42
;;,.~IJ.9ine Electrical ..........•••••..••.•••.. 42
"dump Starting ...••.••.•.....•••••..... 42
Transmission •••...•..••••.•..••••.•..... 42
Maihtenance and Inspection •.•••••.•..•.. 42
Heating And Air Conditioning ••••••••••••••. 42
Inspection ••.....•.•.• , ................ 42
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Air Conditioner Operational Quick Checks .... 42
Electrical Circuit Diagnosis. . . ...... . 43
Vacuum System Diagnosis ................ 43
Refrigeration Section .. ' ........ . ..... 43
Front Suspension And Alignment ............ 43
Rear Suspension ......................... 43
Brakes ................................ 43
Brake Hose Inspection ................... 43
Lining Inspection ........... ' ............ 43
Drive Belts And Specifications .............. 43
Exterior . . • . . . . . . . . . • . . . • . . • • • • • . . . . . . • 44
Stains ..................•..•......••• 44
Windows, Doors, Vents and Locks .......... 44
Sealant Renewal •....•.•..•.......•...• 44
Roof Resealing .....•.......•••...••••. 44
Door and Window Resealing .........•.... 45
Interior .•..............•.....•.•....•.• 45
Upholstery and Drapes .....•............ 45
Wall and Ceiling Panels •...... , .......... 45
Floors and Carpeting .................... 45
PREPARING THE MOTOR HOME FOR
LONG·TERM STORAGE •..•....••......... " .• 46
Storage Check list ..••..........•••.• ; .• r; .. ,: 46
Short·term Storage (less than 60 days)
Above Freezing
•• , ••••••••••••••••••••• 46
lpng.term Storage Above Freezing ••••.••• , .46
Winterization -And Winter Storage •......• ; •.•• ) .• 46
Winter Storage Below Freezing .••••....•.. 47
Water System Winterizing ••••..•••.•...•• 47
General Vehicle Winter Storage Check List. ••• 47
Reactivating The Motor Home After Storage •• 48
MAINTENANCE CHART ...................... 50

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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 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 cov(lr, 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
B·ounder. 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.
Your Bounder has been designed to provide Y9u
with many years of carefree, pleasant traveling a'nd
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.
Always return your motor home to the selling dealer
for warranty.service. If this is not possible, you may
Like all finely crafted equipment. your,Bounder will ." .<;ontaccany other authorized ,Bounder,.dealer;.or any
,.,req~ire. car~.and regulap' maintenance,·in.' order·to. , ... authorized.F!eetwood,.motor,home;'dealer:.,:The'ser-'
.:d~ilv~rmaxlmu~.~alue'~nd,perform.ance~Th~~eale~ ..••. "·vice;department',at .. any.·of,the plants listed'on the
.' .ioi"."YIII,glve ,you basIc,operating a~d_ malnte~all~emstr~c-, ..., inside,.backcover .of .this manual' can help you find
.L.,;tlon,s; howe:,erisupplem.ent·thl~'ltlstruc~lon ,by reading' ; ...... a ,dealer. in .;your ,area.' ".'
;:: .all, Instructlonal·'matena/<"formshed'wlth,·the motar'> .
'i';" pome . in the.', Owner<s.· .• lnformation, ·Hackage· and If,'for •. some·;reas,on;.: a ,problem' is. not'handled ta
.. Chassis O.perator;.s.ManuaJ.../f"after,.taking,,'delivery your satisfaction: . >
~f YOlur ned"Y. m?tor homd.e, you feel it requires a?di- 1. Discuss any warranty-related problems direct-
tiona con Itlonlng or a Ju~tment,. p ease r~turn It to Iy with the manager or owner of the dealer-
your dea.ler as s?on as P?sslble. ~hls <?wner s Manu~l. ship, giving him an opportunity to help his ser-
along wl~h the Information prov~ded In your Owner s vice department resolve the matter for you.
Information Package and ChaSSIS Operator's Manual .
outlines important areas of maintenance and provides 2. If a problem arises that cannot be resolved to
a maintenance schedule for you to follow to ensure your satisfaction by your local dealer, contact
safe, froublefree service from your motor home. Study the factory service manager. The factories are
these instructions carefully before you operate the listed in this manual. Please contact the one
motor home for the first time. Spend some time with nearest you.
Yt.
our
dbeafler going I over shafedty Ian? 0
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pterAating dinstruck- 3. We sincerely believe that your dealer and the
Ions e ore you eave t e ea er so. goo wor - factory representative will be able to solve any
ing knowledge of your motor home and how to care problem which might arise. If their combined
for it will help/you enjoy many miles and years of efforts are not satisfactory, please send a let-
recreational Iil/ing. ter describing the circumstances to:
If you have any questions regarding operation, Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc.
maintenance, or service, please contact your dealer Consumer Affairs Department
immediately so he can assist you. Your dealer's Ser- P.O. Box 7300
vice or Sales Department will handle any normal pro- Riverside, CA 92523
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
4.
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]
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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
chang'es 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 ;yvritten warranty as presented in this
manu/Ii.
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
". t<l,.· 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
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 collli'se.
don't overlook the laws of your state or province'.ithat:
govern driving a motor home. Your state or. provIncial'
Motor Vehicle Depart!'lent can provide you with'th,e
applicable vehicle codes that spelLout your rights and
responsibilities as a motor home.':owner. ,,' .,'
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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
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-
.Iy 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
Your motor home may be built on either the
Chevrolet P-Series or the John Deere R.V. chassis.
Several
numbers are used to identify the vehicle and
components used on the vehicle. The V.I.N. or Vehi-
cle Identification Number is the legal identification
of the completed vehicle and is the number on the
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.
c, manufacturer cor chassis.dealer service :.centen.The
··.Fleetwood 'Identi fication.Number .• (F.I. N,): islocated:on.
.'.the plate just. outside.the' main entrydoorandon-.the:
,·.'outside left front .side' of the. motor home",'Use, this .
number when orderingparts.throughyourFleetwood·
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.
Keys
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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
Interlee
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 .. -"

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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
Your motor home may be built on either the
Chevrolet P-Series or the John Deere R.V. chassis.
Several numbers are used to identify the vehicle and,
components used on the vehicle. The V.I.N. or Vehi-
cle Identification Number is the legal identification
of the completed vehicle and is the number on the
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
. manufactureror',chassis'dealerservice: center;:.The '
.'1. Fleetwood ,Identification Number(F.I.N.Fislocated·on,:
',; the plate·.just,outside,the main,entry. door'and:onthe; ' ..
'!(.,outside,leftfront.sideof the motor home;, Use this'
"oumberwhenordering"parts.through-your·Heetwood'·'
: 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,KS66212
"Woodall Publishing Co. '
BoxF
, Highland Park, 'II. 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
lB96 Preston White Drive .,
. Reston, VA 22090" . "":

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EMERGENCY AND IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION
Before we explain 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 _____________________________________________________________ _
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Address ____________________________________________________________ _
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Range/Oven
Manufacturer
Model
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Refrigerator
Manufacturer
Model
Serial
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Furnace
Manufacturer
Model
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Water Heater
Manufacturer ___________________________________________________________________ _
Model
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Air Conditioner
Manufacturer
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Microwave Oven
Manufacturer" _________________________________________ _
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Stereo
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PRE.:rRAVEL CHECK LIST
Exterior
Disc;onnect water, electrical, and drain lines
Check roof top carrier (if installed)
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
Turri 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 John Deere Chassis 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
instruments below and behind the panel.
1, 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,
2.
Cruise Control - The cruise control .is located
on the turn signal lever. (Chevrolet Chassis only).
To engage: Slide RESUME/ON/OFF switch to
ON. Accelerate to your desired cruising speed,
push the SET/COAST button on the end of the
control arm. The cruise control Will hold this
speed automatically, To accelerate, slide
RESUME/ON/OFF switch to RESUME/ACCEl.
The vehicle will accelerate as long as you hold
the switch in this postion. When you reach your
desired new cruise speed, release the switch.
This new speed will now be held by the cruise
control.
Coast: Press the SET button to COAST. This
will disengage the cruise control temporarily.
When you release the button, the cruise control
will enga.ge at your new 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 sliding the
RESUME/ON/OFF switch to "OFF".
NOTE: When cruise control is engaged on
a steep grade it will automatically disengage
When speed drops by approximately 10
MPH.
To reengage: Slide the RESUME/ON/OFF
switch to "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.
NOTE: See John Deere Operator's Manual for
John Deere chassis before engaging system.
3. 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
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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 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 outer knob
clockwise for longer delay between wiper
strokes.
2nd notch-Slow wiping action.
3rd. '10tch-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.
5.
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.
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 p'ro-
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 charged, 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 insufficient
charge for engine cranking. The auxiliary battery
system has been activated 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

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electrical 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.
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 transll')ission operation.
10. Generator Remote
Start/Stop Switch
11. Cigarette Lighter
12. Heater/Air Conditioner
Controls-The cockpit
Heater/Air Conditioner controls are located on the
, lower right instrument panel. These controls
oper,!te the heating and air conditioning systems
, for thedrivei/cockpit area only.
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>;Cooi/Heatlever-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.
MAXAIC-Air conditioner compressor is
on, inside air is recirculated through the
system for maximum cooling.
A/C-Air conditioner compressor is on, out-
.'Hi· side air is circulated through instrument
panel outlets.
VENT-A/C compressor is off, outside air
is circulated
through the instrument panel
outlets. .
HEAT-A/e compressor is off, outside air is
circulated through the heating system, and
distributed to floor outlets.
Heated airis 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-Operation of the ignition switch
is shown below. " ,
ACC
OFF
ON START
14. Tilt Steering Wheel.
15. Hazard Warning Flasher.
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Driver/Passenger Seats
The driver's and passenger's seats offer four posi-
tion/comfort adjustments:
CAUTION: 00 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 toward 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-.,Tt,le 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 de'sired. '
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 SHOOLO BE FURNISH-
ED WITH AND USE SEAT BEll'S 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 (S NOT POSSI-
BLE TO BELT IN PERSONS USING BEDS.

Adjust seat belts as follows:
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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·
Iy as
Iowan 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 vehi~le ~~6~pants, and e~pecially 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 crlJshed by any unrestrained rider. An
IJnrestrained child could also be injured by striking
the
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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 can,
trois 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
Janes. 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.
interior, or by being thrown from the vehicle during a Remember that your motor home is heavier than a
sudden
maneuver or impact. A child restraint system car, making it less maneuverable and harder to stop.
can help protect a child while riding in a vehicle. Child Also, because of its greater side surface area, it is more
restraint systems.aredesigned'to be secured'in
thevehi, '. ,easily,·affected:.by,'cross wirids."Allow 'extra'distances '
'. c1eseats byJap belts or the lap'portion 'of a'Iap"shouldei< ....• for::passing;and'stopping, and drive at a'moderate speed,
.
'.' ~elt>.Childrencouldbeendangered in a 'crash' if 'thek." .' ,',particulatly'inhtrafficand "in"gusty.\Nind conditions; .
"c:;hild,
restraints •• are· not'properly'securedinthe.vehicie.
, I' .,\ ~", ' . ,Dr.ivi!1g:·on':'vvindiDg.-o~ mountain<'roads. is not difficult
';Children.small"enough for a' child "restraint,'system .. " ;'f,.donewittvreasonable. care..'.Observe proper vehicle'
should··be.restrained thatwayif.·at,all"possible.i'However, .. "p.eeds"whenascending or descending'hills and always
,the,followingmay'providesome'degree of .protection operate in the proper transmission range. Downshift on
ifa. child restraint is not used. hills to avoid overheating or undue engine loads.
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Infants who cannot sit up should be placed in a
padded baby carrier. Put it ciosswise 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 securiiig ,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.
Sunvisors
The sun visors at the driver'S and passenger's posi,
tioris 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.
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
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. 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-
ingin"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") and set the park-
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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.
Modem 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
press~re when removing the gasoline cap can spray
gasohne 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 th~ gasoline system from excessive pressure
or!vacuum, Qr from sudden release of pressure, replace
.\
lost caps with -caps of the same design available from
.' it y!?urFleetw,o·od.,motor home dealer.
.
'.;'~: ';'ciean (jP'.~ueli:~pills immediately. Raw fuel spilled on
.~. the motor hOme could damage the exterior finish and
.. ;~;. is,:~ serious fire" hazard. '
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. wi fuel Types AQd Vapor Lock
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'Today's auton\otive 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, P;lrticularly 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 "vaporpressure" of the fuel. This
mean~ 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 bum in.your engine, additives help raise the volatili-
ty oVthe fueL This helps the engine start easier and
run.smoother during
winter months. Under the best of··
~nditions, the refiners supplytheir 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 hoodl,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 y.0U 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 h~me
engine without voiding the warranty. However, DO 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 k .
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 yoursElr-
vice station operator. Discontinue use of a~y.
alcohol/gasoline blend if driveability or'fuElISVStem pto- Ir; .
blems occur. . .'·.h i)-
Chemical reactions between the fuel components and
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 cooling 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 tums 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.
CARBON MONOXIDE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Carbon monoxide is a colorless, ·tasteless, odorless
gas. It is a by-product of combustion in engine(sl. 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-
HAUSTGASES INSIDE THE VEHICLE THROUGH
. WINDOWS.OR OTHER OPENINGS REMOTE FROM
"THE EXHAUST OUTlET.
OPERATE THE ENGINEIS)
., 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.
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 .safetyaccessories.
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 <If the engine may be accesS~d for serVice
by removing the engine cover. Remove theiWo access
cover screws and lift off the cover .. ·When replacing<the .
screws, be careful to get them' in straight. ... : ., .. ',
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WARNING: WHEN INSTALLING THE ENGINE
COVER.
BE SURE THE COVER IS FUUY 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 BETWEEN 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

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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.
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 canstantly while they are running,
CARBON MONOXIDE IS .DEADLY. Please read and
understand the fallawing precautians to. pratect yaurself
andathers fram the effects af carban manaxide
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-
INGEITHER OUTSIDE, UNDERNEATH, ORINSIDE
YOUR VEHICLE OR ANY NEARBY VEHICLES.
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',rJiWlllloo)l'($OROTHER:OPEl\lINGS;REMOTE"FROM:
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'. ·!'/ONLYi'WHEN·.SAFE:DISPERSION'OF;EXHAUST
',!: .GASES ',CAN,BE:ASSUI;lED;AND MONITOR'OUT-
'.SIDE·CONDITIONS TO BE SURE THAT EXHAUST
CONTINUES TO BE DISPERSED SAFELY.
Beware af exhaust gas (carbon,manaxide) paisaning
symptams:
Dizziness
Intense Headache
Weakness and Sleepiness
Vamiting
Muscular Twitching
Thrabbing in Temples
If symptams indicate the passibility af carban manax-
ide paisaning, turn aff the engine(s} immediately, get
aut into. fresh airo' at ance, and summan medical
assistance.
WARNING: DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUM-
STANCES OPERATE ANY ENGINE WHILE"
SLEEPING,
Yau wauld nat be able to. manitar autside canditians
to. assure that engine exhaust daes nat enter the in-
teriar, and yau wauld nat be alert to. exhaust adors ar
symptams af carban manaxide paisoning,
.During staps while traveling, inspect the exhaust
systems far road damage. Do nat aperate an engine with
a damaged exhaust system. .
Check the exhaust system(s} during' routine
maintenance, and repair any leaks, damage, ar abstruc-
tions befare further operations.
Do not modify the exhaust system(sl 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.
Befare departing an a trip, check yaur routes.
Remember, same tunnels prahibit matar hames with LP
gas systems.
Drive at maderate speeds, particularly in traffic and
in . gusty wind canditians.· . ..
Allaw, extra distance far passing and stapping.
While traveling, make sure all occupants use their seat
belts.
While traveling, make sure all daars are clased and
cabinets, drawers, and laose abjects are secure.
Instruct your family on what to. do. in case af fire,
and hald fire drills periadically.
Maintainpraper. charge' in the- fire extinguisher.
.·_Gasl_de~tars.al'!l,available from fM.eqlJipmentdealers,
and may ,be:'considered as.safetyaccessaries.-
.Keep .. a well' stacked:-first~aid--kit handy."
.Keep ilWol box handy;
Check tires aften while traveling. Inside rear duals
shauld receive special attentian, as these tires may go.
flat and nat be naticed. Running a flat an an inside dual
cauld lead to. a tire fire that wauld be extremely dif-
ficult to. extinguish. Make it a habit to. check tire.
pressures with an accurate tire gauge befare each trip,
and when re-fueling give each tire a sharp rap on the
tread surface with a hammer ar similar object. Properly
inflated tires praduce a "bung" sound when rapped.
If the tire is flat, the saund will be a dull "thud".
Engine Access
The top of the engine may be accesSed for service
by removing the engine caver. Remove the two ai:c~ss
caver screws and lift off the caver .. When replacing' the
screws, be careful to. get the,m: 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 BETWEEN 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

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ADEQUATELY VENTILATED.
Engine Cover
TIRES
Your motor home is equipped with truck tires. Under
l'Iormal circumstances and with proper maintenance, you
should receive thousands
of miles of troublefree service.
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f,r;',,;·;. For '. ~fetyand maximum tire life, proper inflation
'\'''S>''fpressute'must;be maintained. Motor home stability is
;·!.'~1;al,soaffectedsignificantly by tire pressure, and properly
'.i·i~tiiJlflated ~ires.contributes to overall motor home stability
if, ;K~;' ;~nd safety .. 'l1!e load range and maximum inflation
",'pressure',are)stamped on the tire side wall. Keep tires
inflated
to'thi$' 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 OPERAlOR'S
MANUAL
WARNING: KEEP TIRES PROPERLY INFLATED. A
TIRE THAT IS
RUN LONG DISTANCES OR AT HIGH
SPEEDS WHILE
SERIOUSLY UNDER-INFlATED
WILL
OVERHEAT 10 THE POINT WHERE THETIRE
MAY LOSE AIR SUDDENLY ANDIOR CATCH FIRE,
POSSIBLY RESUcrtNG IN DAMAGE 10 THE VEHI-
CLE AND ITS CONTENTS ANDIOR PERSONAL
INJURY.
NOTE: CHECK THE WHEEL
COVERS PERIODICAL-
LY. THEY COULD WORK LOOSE DURING DRIV-
ING. TIGHTEN THE
RETAINER KNOBS HAND
TIGHT, AND CHECK THE WHEEL COVER
BRACKET MOUNTING 10 THE WHEELS. TIGHTEN
WHEN
NECESSARY.
Tire Replacement
Replacement tires must be the same size and have
at least the same weight carrying capacity
as the original
equipment. The original equipment tires supplied on your
motor home have weight carrying capacities to support
gross axle weight ratings (GAWR) as stated on the
Federal Certification Tag located on the sidewall near
the driver'S seat.
For example, if your motor home has a front GAWR
of
5,000 pounds, each front tire must have a minimum
single capacity of 2,500 pounds.
For a rear GAWR of
9,840 pounds, each rear tire must have a minimum
capacity of 2,460 pounds in dual configuration.
Refer to the
Federal Certification Tag for specific axle
capacities for your motor home.
Changing A Flat Tire
CONSULT THE CHASSIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL FOR
INFORMATION ON TIRE CHANGING.
Even with good tire maintenance and normal driving,
you may experience a flat tire. The best
way to solve
this problem is
to summon prqfessional help through
your auto club, travel service,
or a local truck service
facility. If none of these
is available, and circumstances
require you to change the tire yourself, there
are several
items that you MUST
be aware of before you attempt
to change a flat tire:
• Your motor home is built on a truck chassis, and
therefore rides on truck wheels and tires. These tires,
and wheels can weigh up to 100';pour)gs or m,?re". "
each. IF YOU ARE NOT PHYSICAlLYCAPABLE.PF;; ,
LIFTING AND MOVING 100 POUNDS OR'MORE",DOI;,
NOT UNDER
ANY CIRCUMSTANCES ATTEMP17,TO?·, '"
CHANGE A FLAT TIRE.;
• Truck tires and wheels are installed with\the wheelt,·;
nuts tightened very tightly. IF YOU ARE NOT CAPA-
BLE OF BREAKING LOOSE NUTS THAT HAVE BEEN
TIGHTENED UP 10 500 LB.IFT. OF TORQUE, AND
THEN RE:rIGHTEN TO THIS TORQUE, DO NOT
UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES ATTEMPT TO
CHANGE A FLAT TIRE.
* The motor home itself with all of your travel, gear
is extremely heavy. The axle jack fumished
with your
motor home is capable of lifting the weight on one
wheel, or aboutone-fourth
of the total gross weight
of the vehicle. The ground or road surface under the
vehicle may not support the weight of the vehicle
on the small surface
area of the jack. A strong board
or other flat surface may be necessary under the
jack to spread the load and stabilize the jack.
WARNING: •'TO AVOID' PERSONAL' INJURY
ANDIOR PROPERTY DAMAGE.lF A BLOWOUT OR
OTHER TIRE DAMAGE OCCURS, TRY TO OSTAIN
EXPERT TIRE SERVICE HELP. IF YOU MUST RE-
MOVE WHEELS AND CHANGE THE TIRE WITH-
OUT PROFESSIONAL HELP, TAKE OFF THE TIRE
AND RIM ASSEMBLY AND PUT ON THE SPARE
TIRE AND RIM ASSEMBLY FOLLOWING THE IN-
STRUCTIONS
IN THE CHASSIS OPERATOR'S
MANUAL. DO NOT REINFLATE A TIRE THAT HAS
BEEN FLAT, OR IS SERIOUSLY LOW ON AIR. HAVE
THE
TIRE REMOVED FROM THE WHEEL AND
CHECK THE TIRE FOR DAMAGE. NEVER ADD AIR