Fleetwood Discovery 2008 User manual

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information storage or retrieval system without written permission from Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc.
IMPORTANT -PLEASE READ: Product information, photography and illustrations included in this manual were as
accurate as possible at the time
of publication. Materials, design, and specifications are subject to change without
notice. Fleetwood has designed its recreational vehicles for a variety of customer uses. Each vehicle features optimal
seating, sleeping, storage, and fluid capacities. The user
is responsible for selecting the proper combination of loads
(i.e. occupants, equipment, fluids, cargo, etc.) to ensure that the vehicle's weight capacities are not exceeded.
Manufacturing subsidiaries
of Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc. build the following motor homes and travel trailers:
American
Eagle' American Heritage' American Tradition' Bounder' Bounder Diesel· Dakota· Discovery·
Excursion' Expedition' Fiesta' Gearbox' Jamboree' Lynx· Mallard' Nitrous' Orbit· Pace Arrow' Pegasus'
Pioneer' Providence' Prowler' Redline • Revolution LE • Southwind • Terra' Terry· Tioga' Wilderness'Yukon
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INTRODUCTION ...................... 01-1
Inspect and Maintain ................... 01-2
Planning and Preparation ................ 01-2
Owner's Information Package
............ 01-2
Chassis and Vehicle Identification ......... 01-3
Suspension Alignment and Tire Balance .... 01-3
After-Market SteeringAid Devices ........ 01-4
Warnings, Terms and Concepts for
Safe Operation of Your Motor Home ., .. 01-4
Event Data Recording Device
(If Equipped)
....................... 01-6
Drivers License Requirements ........... 01-6
WARRANTY .......................... 02-1
Coverage Provided .................... 02-1
What is Not Covered by This Warranty ., .. 02-1
Limitations ........................... 02-2
Your Rights Under State Law ., .......... 02-2
Dealer's Obligations ................... 02-2
Owner's Obligations ................... 02-2
Manufacturer's Obligations .............. 02-2
Warranty Service ...................... 02-3
Ownercare Card ....................... 02-4
Reporting Safety Defects ................ 02-4
IMPORTANT NOTICES ................ 03-1
DISCOVERY INFORMATION
........... 04-1
Lamps and Bulbs ..................... 04-1
Motor Home Fuses and Circuit Breakers ... 04-1
Driver's Controls ...................... 04-2
ON THE ROAD ........................ 05-1
Motor Home Loading .................. 0S-1
Responsibility for Proper Loading ...... 0S-1
Some Definitions First . ............... 0S-1
Towing a Vehicle or Trailer ("Towed
Load or Towed Unit") .............. OS-2
Suggested Owners Manual addendumfor
weight distribution hitches
......... .05-2
Dinghy Towing ....................... OS-4
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Towed Vehicle Wiring .................. OS-S
Cargo Carrying Capacity Label . ....... OS-6
Cargo Carrying Capacity and Load
Distribution
...................... OS-7
How to Weigh Your LoadedMotor Home .. OS-7
Dangers of Overloading .............. OS-9
Loading Tips ....................... OS-9
Tires ............................... OS-10
Tire Inflation ...................... 0S-1O
Air Pressure . ...................... 0S-11
Underinflation ..................... 0S-11
Air Pressure Check . ................ 0S-11
Tire Replacement . .................. OS-12
If You Get a Flat Tire . ............... OS-12
Changing a Flat Tire . ............... OS-12
Seats and Seat Belts .................. OS-12
Air Bags (If Equipped) .............. 0S-13
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts . .. 0S-13
Safety Belt Maintenance ............. 0S-13
Safety Restraints for Children . ........ OS-14
Safety Beltsfor Children . ............ OS-14
Child Seat Tethers . ................. OS-14
Driving and Vehicle Control ............ 0S-IS
Using the Engine to Slow the
Motor Home . .................... OS-16
Maneuvering in Traffic ................ OS-16
Rear View Video Monitor (IfEquipped) ... OS-17
Body Undercoating ................... OS-17
Fuel and Fuel Systems ................. OS-17
Fuel Types and Driveability Issues . .... OS-18
API Refueling Advisory ............... OS-18
Engine Fan .......................... OS-18
Exhaust System Heat .................. OS-18
Engine Temperature Gauges ............ OS-19
Carbon Monoxide Safety Precautions ..... OS-19
Carbon Monoxide Detector/Alarm . .... OS-19
Emergency Towing ................... OS-20
LIVING WITH YOUR MOTOR HOME ... 06-1
Leveling System (If Equipped) ........... 06-1
Air Dump System ..................... 06-1
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Power Entry Step (IfEquipped) .......... 06-1 PLUMBING SYSTEMS
Manual Stepwell Cover (IfEquipped) ..... 06-2 AND HOLDING TANKS
............... 07·1
Hydraulic Stepwell Cover (If Equipped) ... 06-2 Fresh Water System
.................... 07-1
Stepwell Cover Operation ............. 06-2 External Fresh Water Hookup .
......... 07-1
Entry and Screen Doors ................. 06-2
Patio Awning (IfEquipped)
.............. 06-2
Windows ............................ 06-2
Emergency Exit Window(s) ............ 06-3
Remote Mirror Control ................. 06-3
Sun Visors (If Equipped)
................ 06-3
Filling the On-Board Water Tank ....... 07-1
Draining the Fresh Water Tank . ........ 07-2
Water Pump . ....................... 07-2
Water Pump Filter . .................. 07-2
Low Point Drains . ................... 07-2
Troubleshooting the Fresh Water System .. 07-3
Leaks . ............................ 07-3
Power Sun Visors
(If Equipped) .......... 06-3 Sanitizing the Fresh Water System .
...... 07-3
Pull Shades (If Equipped) ............... 06-3 Exterior Shower
(If Equipped) ......... 07-4
Day/Night Shades (If Equipped) ........ 06-3 Drinking Water Filter System
Mini-Blinds (If Equipped) ............... 06-4
(If Equipped) ..................... 07-4
Storage
.............................. 06-4 Waste Water System
................... 07-4
Exterior Compartments ............... 06-4 Toilet
............................. 07-4
Interior Storage ..................... 06-4 Draining the Holding Tanks
........... 07-5
Slide-Out Rooms
(If Equipped) .......... 06-5 Black Tank Flush System
(If Equipped) .. 07-6
Interior and Furnishings ................ 06-5
Dinette Conversion (with Built-in Table)
Holding Tank Care
.................. 07-6
Cold Weather Usage ................. 07-7
(If Equipped) ..................... 06-5
Dinette Conversion (with Free-Standing
Table)
(If Equipped) ............... 06-6
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
............... 08·1
Batteries ............................. 08-1
Sofa Conversion (If Equipped) ......... 06-6 Chassis 12-Volt Electrical System
......... 08-1
Sleeper Sofa Conversion (If Equipped) ... 06-6 Chassis Bulbs
and Fuses . ............. 08-1
Folding Doors/Privacy Curtain Fleetwood 12-Volt House and Automotive
Dividers ......................... 06-6 System ............................ 08-1
Interior Lighting .................... 06-6 Battery Disconnect
(If Equipped) ....... 08-1
Overhead Vents ..................... 06-6 Battery Inspection
and Care ........... 08-2
Folding Chairs (If Equipped) .......... 06-7 Battery Charging .
................... 08-2
Free-Standing Furniture (If Equipped) ... 06-7 Solar Panel
(If Equipped) ............. 08-3
Monitor Panel ........................ 06-7 Selecting a Replacement Battery . ....... 08-3
Effects of Permanent Occupancy ......... 06-8 Auxiliary Start System
(If Equipped) ..... 08-3
Condensation and How to Control It .... 06-8 120-
Volt System ...................... 08-3
Dripping Ceiling Vents .............. 06-10 Power Inverter .
..................... 08-4
Important Information ................. 06-10 Power Converter
.................... 08-4
What the RV Owner Can Do .......... 06-10 Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)
.. 08-4
Fire Safety .......................... 06-12
Fire Safety Precautions . ............. 06-12
Smoke Detector/Alarm . .............. 06-13
Generator ......................... 08-5
Generator Operating Safety Precautions .. 08-5
Generator Fuel Supply ............... 08-6
Generator Operations . ............... 08-6
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Automatic Generator Start Control
System (If Equipped) ............... 08-6
Main Features ...................... 08-6
Energy Management System -50 AMP For
Additional Application
............... 08-7
Electrical Wiring Diagrams .............. 08-7
PROPANE SYSTEM . .................. .09-1
Propane Safety Precautions .............. 09-1
System Components ................... 09-2
Hoses ............................. 09-2
Propane Regulator .
.................. 09-2
Accessory Propane Supply (If Equipped) .09-2
Using Propane System at Low
Temperatures
....................... 09-3
Filling Propane Tanks .................. 09-3
Propane System Check ................. 09-3
Propane Leak Detector/Alarm ............ 09-3
Lighting Propane Appliances ............ 09-4
APPLIANCES
........................ .10-1
Water Heater ......................... 10-1
Water Heater Bypass Valve .. .......... 10-1
Refrigerator ......................... .10-1
Furnace .............................10-1
Range .............................. .10-2
Range Exhaust Hood ................... 10-2
Heat Pump(s) (If Equipped) ............. 10-2
Air Conditioner(s) (If Equipped) .......... 10-3
VCR, Television, DVD Player
(If Equipped) ....................... 10-3
Additional 12-Volt Equipment ........... 10-3
Video Equipment ...................... 10-3
Video Switcher (If Equipped) ............ 10-3
Video Control Center ................... 10-3
TV Antenna .......................... 10-4
Antenna Operating Instructions .......... .10-4
Satellite Dish Antenna (If Equipped) ...... 10-4
Telephone Jack ....................... 10-5
Microwave Oven (IfEquipped) ........... 10-5
Table of Contents
WasherlDryer-Ready ................... 10-5
Miscellaneous Appliances ............... 10-5
MAINTENANCE . ..................... .11-1
Exterior
............................. 11-1
Stains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 11-1
Sealant Renewal .................... 11-2
Exterior Sealants ...................... 11-2
Exterior Graphics Care ............... 11-2
Vinyl Front
End Mask (If Equipped) ..... 11-2
Windows, Doors, Vents and Locks . ...... 11-3
Fiberglass Roof System ................. 11-3
Cleaning . .......................... 11-3
Care
.. ............................ 11-3
Door, Window, Roof Component
and Molding Resealing ............. 11-3
Acrylic Assist Handles (If Equipped) ...... 11-3
Interior .............................. 11-4
Fabrics ............................ 11-4
Solid SUlface Top Care (If Equipped) .... 11-4
Laminate Top Care (If Equipped) ....... 11-4
Walls and Ceiling Panels . ............. 11-4
AttachingAccessories to Your
Motor Home .
..................... 11-4
Plastic/Fiberglass Shower Stall . ........ 11-5
Floors and Carpeting ... ............. 11-5
Wood Floor (If Equipped) ............. 11-5
Engine Access ...................... 11-5
Generator Filters ...................... 11-5
Windshield Wipers and Washer ........... 11-5
Maintenance Guideline ............. .... 11-6
STORAGE
............................ 12 .. 1
Storage Checklists
..................... 12-1
Short-Term Storage (Less than 60 days) .. 12-1
Long-Term Storage (Over 60 days) ..... 12-2
Winterization ......................... 12-2
Water System Winterizing ............. 12-3
Reactivating the Motor Home
After Storage ....................... 12-4
GLOSSARY
........................... 13-1
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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!
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NOTE I
This manual describes many features of your RV and
includes some instructions for its safe
use. This man-
ual, includingphotographs andillustrations, is of agen-
eral nature only. Some equipment and features
described
or shown in this manual may be optional or
because of the continuous program of productchange
conducted
by Fleetwood, itispossible thatrecentprod-
uct changes maynotbe included.
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NOTE I
Throughout this manual the term "RV" represents a
"Recreational Vehicle" as defined by the NFPA 1192.
This includes motorhomes, fifth wheel trailers, travel
trailers, camping trailers, recreational park trailers,
and truck campers.
A WARNING
Failure to follow proper procedures or install proper
equipment can result
in property damage, injury
and/or death.
INTRODUCTION
Your motor home has been designed to provide
you with years
of carefree, pleasant traveling
and vacationing.
It conforms with, or exceeds,
applicable National Fire Protection Association
(NFPA), Canadian Standards Association (CSA)
(units built for Canada orily), Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS), Environ-
mental Protection Agency (EPA) and California
Air Resources Board (CARB) regulations. The
seal attached
just outside the entry door indi-
cates compliance with NFPA or CSA standards.
Like all equipment, your motor home will require
care and regular maintenance in order to deliver
maximum value and performance. The dealer will
give you basic operating and maintenance instruc-
tions. However, supplement this
by reading all
instructional material(s) furnished with the motor
home in the Owner's InfortlUltion Package and
the motor home Chassis Operator's/
Owner's Guide/Manual. This information out-
lines important areas of operation and mainte-
nance for you to follow for safe, trouble-free serv-
ice from your motor home. Study these materials
carefully. A good working knowledge
of your
motor home and how to care for it will help you
enjoy many miles and years
of recreational living.
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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.
Some equipment and features described or
shown in this manual may be optional or not
available on some models.
Because
of the continuous program of product
improvement conducted by Fleetwood, it is pos-
sible that recent product changes may not be
included in this manual. Specifications may
change without notice. Product information,
illustrations and photography included in this
Owner's Manual were as accurate as possible at
the time
of publication, and are representative of
function and mayor may not be specific in their
depiction
of actual equipment, fabrics, interior
or exterior decor or design options as installed
on or in your recreational vehicle.
The instructions included in this manual are
intended
as a guide, and in no respect extend the
responsibilities
of the manufacturing subsidiary,
parent company or affiliates beyond the standard
written warranty
as presented in this manual.
Fleetwood has designed its recreational vehicles
to provide a variety
of uses for its customers.
Each vehicle features optimal seating, sleeping,
storage and fluid capacities. The user is respon-
sible for selecting the proper combination
of
loads to ensure that the recreational vehicle's
capacities are not exceeded.
INSPECT AND MAINTAIN
Follow a consistent schedule of inspection and
maintenance for your motor home. Your contin-
uing safety and comfort depend on it. This man-
ual includes a section outlining maintenance
intervals.
If you follow the maintenance guide-
lines, you will minimize the possibility
of fail-
ure
of any important system or part of your
motor home.
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PLANNING AND PREPARATION
Each year millions of Americans embark on
trips using some type
of recreational vehicle.
Proper planning of your trip will ensure a pleas-
urable experience. A thorough knowledge
of
your RV is important if you are going to get the
most out
of the convenience and safety items
built into your motor home.
Be as familiar with
it as you are with your personal car or truck.
If
you have trouble or have questions, please con-
sult your dealer.
OWNER'S INFORMATION
PACKAGE
This package contains valuable documents about
your motor home and its equipment and systems.
This Owner's Manual and the Chassis
Operator's Manual are in the package. Since this
manual does not cover every possible detail
of
equipment and options installed on or in your
motor home, there are booklets and instructional
material in the package that will help you safely
operate, maintain and troubleshoot those items.
Be sure you read allthis information and
understand the safety and operating instructions
included in thepackage. Additionally, you must
follow all maintenance instructions to insure full
warranty coverage.
If you decide to sell or trade
your motor home, be sure the new owner receives
all the material in this package.
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If your Owner's Information Package does not con-
tain these Items, even if you purchased your motor
home "used," please cali
or write Fleetwood and
request
the desired ormissing information.
Fleetwood OwnerRefations
P.O. Box 1007
Decatur, IN 46733
1-800-322-8216
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CHASSIS AND VEHICLE
IDENTIFICATION
Several numbers are used to identify the vehicle
and components used on the vehicle.
The V.I.N. or Vehicle Identification Number is
assigned by the chassis manufacturer and is the
number used for vehicle registration. The V.I.N.
is found on the Federal Certification Tag attached
in the driver's compartment. Refer to this infor-
mation when ordering parts from the chassis
manufacturer or chassis dealer service center.
The F.I.N.
or Fleetwood Identification Number is
located on the tag just outside the main entry
door or on the outside left front side
of the motor
home. Use this number when ordering parts
through your Fleetwood dealer.
(Example)
FEDERAL CERTIFICATION TAG
MFD BY:
DATE MFD:
INC VEH MFD BY:
DATE OF VEH MFD:
GVWR: KGS ( LBS)
fRONT GAWR:
KGS ( LBS)
WITH: RIMS
TIRES AT: KPA COLO SINGLE
(
PSI)
INTERMEDIATE
KGS (
LBS)
GAWR: WITH: RIMS
TIRES AT: KPA COLD DUAL
(
PSI)
GAWR REAR: KGS (
LBS)
WITH:
RIMS
TIRES AT: KPA COLD SINGLE
(
PSI)
GAWR COMBINED
INTERMEDIATE
AND REAR: KGS (
LBS)
This vehicle conforms to all applicable U.S. federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standards in effect on the date of manufacture
shown above:
V.I.N.
TYPE VEHICLE: MULTI·PURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE
The tires and wheels with sizes and ratings deSignated above
have been equipped with this vehicle by fleetwood. Any
replacement tires installed must meet the same specifications
and minimum load requirements.
W15-0016
Located in the driver's compartment.
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SUSPENSION ALIGNMENT
AND TIRE BALANCE
The front suspension and steering system of this
vehicle was accurately aligned at the factory
before delivery to the dealership. However, after
you have fully loaded the vehicle according to
your personal needs, have the alignment
checked and adjusted,
if necessary. To help pre-
vent uneven tire wear, check the front-end align-
ment periodically.
Please note thatfront-end alignment after
retail delivery is the owner's responsibility
and
is not covered underthe warranty.
(Example)
FLEElWCXJD.
MOTOR HOMES
OF
PLAN APPROVAL NO.
- F.I.N.
MFD.ID. NO.
DATE OF MFR. MO:
INC.
MODEL
YR:
Located on the left of the main entry
door
or on exterior leftfront side of
the motor home.
~ F.I.N. (Fleetwood Identification No.)
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Excessive or abnormal tire wear may indicate
worn or misaligned suspension
or steering com-
ponents, unbalanced or improperly inflated
tire(s)
or some other tire/suspension problem.
Alignment can be affected by worn steering/sus-
pension parts or road hazards such as hitting a
curb, pothole, railroad track, etc. Improper
alignment can cause tires to roll at an angle and
wear unevenly.
It may also cause the vehicle to
"pull" to the right or left.
Out-of-balance tires will not roll smoothly and
will cause annoying vibrations and uneven tread
wear such as cupping
or flat spots. If you see
uneven tire tread wear or
if the vehicle ride
comfort decreases, the tires may need to be
balanced.
See the Chassis Operator's/Owner's Guide/
Manual for more information.
AFTER-MARKET STEERING AID
DEVICES
Fleetwood does not sanction or condone the
installation
of any steering aid device that is not
approved by our chassis manufacturer's. Any
add-on device
of this type may void the chassis
manufacturer's warranty on the item
or items
affected.
WARNINGS, TERMS AND
CONCEPTS FOR SAFE
OPERATION OF YOUR MOTOR
HOME
Vehicle Crash
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Like any other vehicle you may drive, your
motor home can be involved in a vehicle
crash, including a rollover. The motor home
will be damaged and you and others can be
injured or killed. Drive defensively at all
times. DO NOT drive
if you are tired, have
been drinking alcoholic beverages, are under
the influence
of any controlled substance, or
are taking any medication or drugs that may
impair your sight, hearing, judgment or coor-
dination. Pull off the road and park in a safe
area until you can drive safely.
Vehicle Handling
Your motor home is longer, wider and
higher than a typical car or truck you may
be accustomed to driving. Keep this in
mind as you become familiar with driving
your motor home. New motor home own-
ers should take special care to leam the
driving and handling characteristics
of your
vehicle in safe and familiar surroundings.
The distribution
of the weight of your
motor home is designed so it will handle
safely while being driven.
• When loading the motor home, balance
the loadfront-to-rear and side-to-side.
• Load and secure heavier items lower in
the storage areas than lighter items.
If you fail to properly load your belongings and
supplies, you will defeat the load distribution
design
of the motor home, possibly leading to
handling problems and a vehicle crash.
Vehicle Response
When you, the driver, accelerate, brake or
steer the motor home, it responds to these
inputs.
If you are faced with an emergency
while driving, the way you respond to the
emergency and the way the motor home
responds becomes more critical.
If you
load, alter
or maintain your motor home
improperly, it will not respond as
it did
when you first received it in an unloaded
condition. Improper loading, alteration,
maintenance and improper driver
responses to emergency conditions can
lead to handlingproblems and vehicle
crashes.
Vehicle Towing
Your motor home can be equipped with a
hitch designed to allow you to tow vehicles

or other loads behind your motor home.
The maximum amount
of weight your
motor home can pull or stop is determined
by the manufacturer
of the chassis on
which your motor home is built. Check the
Chassis Operator's/Owner's Guide/
Manual provided by the motor home chas-
sis manufacturer for the limits on the
weight you can tow.
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In most cases the GCWR of the chassis and the fin·
ished motorhome are the same. In some cases, due
to the equipped hitch receiver, the GCWR may be
reduced. Please refer
to the Cargo Carrying Capacity
Tag posted in your motorhome for the rated GCWR.
If the Chassis Operator's/Owner's Guide/
Manual equipped with your motor home
does not provide specific information on
towing weight limits, it is strongly
recommended that the towed vehicle or
trailer be equipped with a properly installed
and operating supplemental brake control
system that operates in combination with
the brakes on your motor home.
• You may be able to increase the weight of
any towed load by properly installing on the
towed load a supplemental brake control
system that operates with your motor
home's braking system. Even with addi-
tional brakes, you cannot tow more than the
GTW or GCWR for the chassis under your
motor home. Again, check the Chassis
Operator's/Owner's Guide/Manual.
• You CANNOT increase the towed weight
limit by changing the size
of your hitch.
• Properly load what you tow to avoid a
vehicle crash.
• Do not attempt to tow something that is
too heavy for your chassis.
• When driving in mountainous areas,
look for and obey highway signs con-
cerning grades and curves. Your driving
experience when pulling and stopping a
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towed unit on mountain roads will be very
different from what you experience on
level ground.
• State laws in the United States and provin-
ciallaws in Canada vary concerning towing
equipment requirements and limits. Check
the laws in the areas where you anticipate
traveling.
Alterations to Your Motor Home
Many motor home owners like to add a
personal touch
to their motor home. But
there is a difference between changing how
your motor home looks versus how it
handles or responds to driver inputs.
If you
expect
to make any type of alteration to
your motor home, consult a professional
who understands the correct way
to do the
alteration and how the alteration will
change or affect the stability, handling,
vehicle response, and overall performance
and safety
of your motor home. An
improper alteration thataffects vehicle
handling or response can cause a vehicle
crash, andany improper alteration to the
electrical orPropane systems can cause a
fire
and can endanger your motor home
and its occupants. Fleetwood, your chassis
and other manufacturers stand behind the
motor home as delivered -
NOT as altered
by someone else.
Warning Devices
Your motor home is equipped with warning
devices. Check them before a trip for
proper operation. A disabled warning
device cannot warn you or vehicle occu-
pants
of a life-threatening danger. Keep
them working and respond to them quickly.
Examples of These Devices Include:
• Carbon Monoxide Detector!Alarm
• Propane Detector!Alarm
• Smoke Detector/Alarm
• Seat Belt Warnings
• Hazard Flashers
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• Brake Warning
• Engine Warning
EVENT DATA RECORDING DEVICE
(If Equipped)
SPECIAL NOTICE: Vehicle Event Data
Recording Capabilities.
Motor homes equipped with driver/passenger
airbags, Navigational orVehicle Avoidance
Systems and/or equipped with certain other
electronic devices may be equipped with event
data recording capabilities.
Your motor home is built on a vehicle chassis
supplied by an automotive manufacturer. For
diagnostic and safety related reasons, this
chassis comes equipped with electronic modules
(devices).
Certain electronic modules have the capability
to record information about the vehicle, driver,
and passenger such as engine performance,
braking performance, vehicle location, vehicle
speed, and occupant seat belt use, or other data.
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The data stored in the electronic modules may
be retrieved by authorized parties using special-
ized equipment, for vehicle diagnostic or acci-
dent investigation purposes.
Please refer to the chassis manufacturer owner's
guide and/or (if equipped) electronic device
manufacturers owner's guide(s), for further
details on event data recording capabilities.
DRIVERS LICENSE
REQUIREMENTS:
Some states require either an endorsement or a
different class
of drivers license to operate or
tow a recreational vehicle. License classes are
often based on the size of the vehicle you wish
to drive or the weight of the trailer you wish to
tow. Please refer to your home states vehicle
drivers license authority to determine
if there is
such a requirement.
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LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
For Motor Homes Manufactured by Subsidiaries of Fleetwood
Enterprises, Inc., Sold in the United States and Canada
COVERAGE PROVIDED
Your new motor home, including the structure,
plumbing, heating and electrical systems, all
appliances and equipment installed by the man-
ufacturer, is warranted under normal use to be
free from manufacturing defects in material or
workmanship.
The warranty covers the first retail purchaser
and all transferees during the warranty period.
The warranty 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) "Start
Date"and extends for the following periods:
1. For non-structural defects, one (1) year
from the Start Date or until the motor home
reaches 15,000 total miles as determined
by the mileage shown on the odometer,
whichever occurs first.
2. For structural defects, three (3) years from
the Start Date or until the motor home
reaches 50,000 total miles as determined
by the mileage shown on the odometer,
whichever occurs first. Structural defects
are defined only
as the motor home's roof
structure, sub-floor structure, and
Vacubond® walls.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY
THIS WARRANTY
This warranty does not cover:
1. The automotive chassis system (including
the chassis and drive train), tires and batter-
ies, all of which are covered by the sepa-
rate warranties of the respective manufac-
turers of these components.
2. Defects caused by or related to:
a. Abuse, misuse, negligence or accident;
b. Failure to comply with instructions con-
tained in the Owner's Information
Package;
c. Alteration or modification of the motor
home;
d. Environmental conditions (salt, hail,
chemicals in the atmosphere, etc.)
3. Normal deterioration due to wear or expo-
sure, such as sealants, fading of exterior
surfaces, fabrics, drapes, and carpet wear,
etc.
4. Motor homes on which the odometer read-
ing has been altered.
5. Normal maintenance and service items,
such as light bulbs, fuses, sealants, lubri-
cants, etc.
6. Appearance imperfections, or damage to
paint, graphics, exterior materials, or
upholstery that may have occurred prior to
delivery and are normally corrected during
the delivery inspection process at the man-
ufacturing plant or at the dealership.
7. Transportation to and from dealer location.
8. FLEETWOOD SHALL NOT BE LIABLE
FOR ANY (1) INCIDENTAL OR CONSE-
QUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING
BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY CLAIMS
FOR PROPERTY DAMAGE, LOSS OF
USE, LOSS OFVALUE, LOSS OF
INCOME, LOSS OF TIME, INCONVE-
NIENCE, COMMERCIAL LOSS, BUS
FARES, VEHICLE RENTAL, INCIDEN-
TAL CHARGES SUCH AS TELEPHONE
CALLS OR HOTEL BILLS, (2) ANY
OTHER PROPERTY DAMAGE CAUSED
OR ALLEGED TO BE CAUSED BY
MOLD, MILDEW, FUNGUS, DRY ROT
ORANY MICROBIAL MATTER, OR (3)
LEGAL FEES OR EXPENSES.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or lim-
itation of incidental or consequential dam-
ages, so the above limitation or exclusion may
not apply to you.
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LIMITATIONS
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING,
BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
AND FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO
THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN
WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow restrictions on how
long an implied warranty lasts, so this limita-
tion may not apply to yon.
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.
YOUR RIGHTS UNDER STATE LAW
This warranty gives you specific legal rights,
and you may also have other rights which
vary from state to state.
DEALER'S OBLIGATIONS
By agreement with the manufacturer, the dealer
is obligated to maintain the motor home prior to
retail sale, to perform a detailed predelivery
inspection and to repair
or replace any parts
necessary to correct defects in material
or work-
manship.
OWNER'S OBLIGATIONS
The owner is responsible for normal mainte-
nance as described in the Owner's Information
Package; ; however, minor adjustments (such
as
adjustments to the interior or exterior doors,
cabinet latches,
TV antenna control, etc.) will be
performed by the dealer during the first 90 days
after delivery. Thereafter, such adjustments are
the responsibility
of the owner as normal main-
tenance unless 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 con-
tact the selling dealer, or other authorized
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dealer, giving sufficient information to resolve
the matter.
Written notice
of defects must be given to the
selling dealer or manufacturer within thirty (30)
days
of discovery by owner but no later than ten
(10) days after the expiration of the warranty
period. The owner shall deliver the motor home
to the dealer or an authorized Fleetwood dealer
location for warranty service. See "Warranty
Service," page 2-3, for additional details.
To the extent allowed or not prohibited by appli-
cable law, the manufacturer requires that the
owner first provide it with direct written notifi-
cation of any alleged unrepaired defect, or any
other dissatisfaction experienced with the motor
home so the manufacturer has the opportunity to
cure the problem or dissatisfaction itself. Giving
the manufacturer this direct notice and opportu-
nity to cure enables the manufacturer to supple-
ment prior efforts by its authorized dealers so any
ongoing problem
or dissatisfaction can be
resolved or addressed by the manufacturer. The
manufacturer's written notice should be mailed
to: Fleetwood
Owner Relations
P.O. Box 1007
Decatur, IN 46733
MANUFACTURER'S OBLIGATIONS
Upon receipt of notice of a claim, where the
dealer was unable
or unwilling to resolve the
problem, a Fleetwood Service Center will repair
or replace any parts necessary to correct defects
in material or workmanship.
For motor homes manufactured by the following
subsidiaries
of Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc.:
Fleetwood
Motor Homes of California, Inc.
Fleetwood Motor Homes of Indiana, Inc.
Fleetwood
Motor Homes of Pennsylvania, Inc.
For Customer Service assistance, contact:
Fleetwood
Owner Relations
P.O. Box 1007
Decatur, IN 46733
1-800-322-8216
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Ford Chassis Assistance:
1·800·444·3311
Workhorse Chassis Assistance:
1·877·294·6773
FreightIiner Chassis Assistance:
1·800·385·4357
Chevrolet Division of General Motors
Chassis Assistance:
1·800·222·1020
WARRANTY SERVICE
If you need warranty service or warranty
information, please see the booklets and other
documents included in your Owner's
Information Package. If you have any questions
about the warranty or what it does or does not
cover, please contact Fleetwood Owner
Relations.
As a part
of the predelivery inspection
procedure, the dealer is responsible for road
testing the motor home, noting and correcting
any steering problems and setting correct tire
pressures before delivery.
Fleetwood and its subsidiaries will not be
responsible for front end alignmentafter this
predelivery inspection has been performed.
For warranty service, you should return your
motor home to the selling dealer.
If this is not
possible, you may contact any other authorized
Fleetwood motor home dealer. The service
department at any
of the locations listed at the
back
of this manual can help you find a dealer
in your area.
If, for some reason, a problem is not handled to
your satisfaction:
1. Discuss any warranty·related problems
directly with the manager and/or owner
of
the dealership, giving them an opportunity
to help the service department resolve the
matter for you.
2. If a problem arises that has not been
Warranty
resolved to your satisfaction by your local
dealer, contact Fleetwood Owner Relations.
The locations are listed in the back
of this
manual. Please contact the one nearest you.
3. We sincerely believe that your dealer and
the factory representative will be able to
solve any problem which might arise.
If
their combined efforts are not satisfactory,
please send a letter describing the
circumstances to:
Fleetwood
Owner Relations
P.O.Box 1007
Decatur, IN 46733
Please include the brand name and serial
number
of your motor home. The serial
number is located on the identification tag
on your warranty card.
4.
If you wish to call for assistance, please
use this toll-free telephone number:
Fleetwood
Owner Relations
1·800·322·8216
There may be times when your motor home will
need repairs or parts while you are on the road.
If your motor home is repaired by a non-
authorized repair facility (non-Fleetwood
dealer), be sure to save receipts and especially
any parts that are replaced. These parts will
usually have to be returned to your dealer before
you can be reimbursed for their cost.
Always make a written list
of the motor home
problems or the specific work you want done.
If
you've had work done that is not on your
maintenance log, let the service advisor know.
If you have a long list of service items that need
attention and you need your motor home very
soon, discuss the situation with the service
advisor, listing the items in order
of priority.
This will help the service department manage its
time and will help get you going as quickly as
possible.
If required work is not covered under
the warranty, your dealer's service department
can help you with getting the correct service.
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Warranty
The materials in your Owner's Information
Package Package contain warranty information
and operating instructions on the various
appliances and components in your motor home.
If you do not have operating instructions for a
particular appliance or component, contact your
dealer. Warranty registration cards for these
items should be filled out and mailed
as soon as
possible after you take delivery of your motor
home. When contacting any
of the equipment
manufacturers, always have the model and serial
numbers available. Appliance identification
numbers will
be found on tags or plates attached
to the appliance.
If you have a warranty or service concern about
the chassis portion
of your motor home, you
may go directly
to an authorized chassis dealer
for service. This may save you time and effort
as the chassis warranty is administered by the
chassis manufacturer. Consult your area
directory for an authorized claims dealer.
If
you are unsure if the issue is chassis related,
please contact your Fleetwood dealer.
OWNERCARE CARD
You will automatically receive an Ownercare
Card several weeks after the delivery receipt is
received from your selling dealer. This card is
imprinted with your name, the motor home
serial number (V.I.N.), and manufacturing
subsidiary location.
If your motor home needs
warranty service, present this card to the dealer,
or have
it available when contacting Fleetwood's
Owner Relations Group.
The motor home has been thoroughly inspected
before shipment. Your dealer is responsible for
performing a complete predelivery inspection
of
the motor home as specified in the Ownercare
delivery checkout.
Please refer
to the warranty in the front of this
manual.
It explains your rights and obligations,
as well as the rights and obligations
of the dealer
and manufacturer. Please read this section
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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.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect
which could cause a crash, injury, or death, you
should immediately inform the National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
in addition
to notifying Fleetwood Owner
Relations at 1-800-322-8216.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may
open an investigation, and
if it finds that a safety
defect exists in a group
of vehicles, it may order
a recall and remedy campaign.
To contact NHTSA, you may either call the
Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at
1-888-327-4236, (TTY: 1-800-429-9153);
or go to http://www.safercar.gov or write to:
Administrator
National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration
400 Seventh St. SW
Washington, DC 20590
You can also obtain other information about
motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.
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Please pay close attention to these statements
while you read this Owner's Manual.
In this manual, statements preceded by the fol-
lowing words are
of special significance:
A WARNING
indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
A CAUTION
indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION
indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which,
if not avoided, may result in damage to
the component
or vehicle.
,(1 NOTE
indicates points of particular interest for more
efficient and convenient operation.
IMPORTANT NOTICES
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DISCOVERY INFORMATION
LAMPS AND BULBS
Interior -I2-volt
Bedroom decor lamps .................. GE 921, 12-volt
Bedroom reading lights................l139-IF, 12-volt
Ceiling decor lamp .....................GE 1141, 12-volt
Ceiling double incandescent ......GE 1141, 12-volt
Ceiling fluorescent ............98FI5T8-WW, 12-volt
Ceiling single incandescent........GE 1141, 12-volt
Driver/passenger spotlights ........GE 1141, 12-volt
Table Lamp..................................GE1076, 12-volt
Vanity Light .......................RGB 71-9019, 12-volt
Wall decor lamps..........................GE 921, 12-volt
Interior -I2-volt ac
Range hood light ....GE WB36XIOI76, 12-volt ac
Exterior -I2-volt
Back-up lights ............................GE 1156, 12-volt
Entry step light.............................
GE 194, 12-volt
Fog lamps ....................................H3
SSW, 12-volt
Front clearance lights .....................
GE 67, 12-volt
Front hood light............................GE 193, 12-volt
Front side markers........................GE 194, 12-volt
Front tum signals .......................GE 1156, 12-volt
Head
lamps-
high/low beam .................Sylvania 9007, 12-volt
License plate lights.........................GE 53, 12-volt
Luggage compartment................
GE 1141, 12-volt
Mid side markers..........................GE 194, 12-volt
Porch light.............................Jenson 1003, 12-volt
Rear clearance lights .......Peterson 2502R, 12-volt
Rear engine compartment ............GE 193, 12-volt
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ear mar ers ................................GE 194, 12-volt
Rear tum signals.........................
GE 1156, 12-volt
Side mirror light .....................Grote 4641, 12-volt
Stop taillights .............................GE 1157, 12-volt
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Ii ty compartment..................... GE 193, 12-volt
CAUTION
~efore relamping, disconnect power source by remov-
Ing fuse or placing circuit breaker and control switch
in
OFF position.
Halogen bulbs operate at extremely high temperatures
and pressures and will shatter if not handled correctly.
Always use a soft dry cloth or cotton gloves when han-
dling halogen bulbs.
Do not touch glass area with bare hands. If bulb is
touched with bare hands, wipe the bulb clean with rub-
bing alcohol.
Do not use near flammable or combustible materials
and/orobjects which may be sensitive to fading ordrying.
Use bulbs designed or specific by manufacturer as to
style, wattage and voltage.
MOTOR HOME FUSES AND
CIRCUIT BREAKERS
The 120-volt circuit breakers and 12-volt fuses
are located on three separate panels. The pur-
pose of these three panels is to provide electrical
circuit breakers and fuses to interrupt current
flow if a circuit is overloaded.
1. I20-volt House Electrical- This electri-
cal panel is located under the bed. This
panel is very similar to a residential panel
with resettable breakers.
2. FleetwoodAutomotive I2-volt System -
This panel is located on the driver's side
under the hood. This electrical center con-
tains battery disconnect systems, entry step,
fog light, and some other automotive circuitry.
3. I2-volt Chassis Fuses - This electrical
panel is located under the driver's side dash
area.
WARNING
Do not install 12-volt fuses or 120-volt breakers with
amperage ratings greater than that specified on the
device or label. Doing so constitutes a fire hazard.
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DRIVER'S CONTROLS
7
Driver'sArmrest
1. Utility Light Switch 5. ICC Switch
2. Auxiliary Start Switch 6. Exhaust Brake Control
3. 2-Speed Fan Switch
7. Transmission Shifter Controls
4. Blank -Spare
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1. Keyless Entry Switch -Optional
2. Dash Fan Switch
Passenger's Armrest
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