Fleetwood Jamboree Rally 1988 User manual

1988

SAFETY REGULATIONS REGARDING LP GAS SYSTEMS AND LP GAS APPLIANCES
The manufacturer of this recreational vehicle is required to furnish the following consumer information as provided by the National Fire Prevention
Association and the American National Standards Institute. The information and warnings found here may also be found in other sections
of this Owner's Manual. Please see sections titled "Liquid Petroleum Gas System" and "Appliances" for other safety and operating information.
WARNING: LP GAS CONTAINERS SHALL NOT BE PLACED OR STORED INSlDE THE VEHICLE. lP GAS CONTAINERS ARE EQUIPPED WITH SAFETY DEVICES
WHICH RELlEVE EXCESSIVE PRESSURE BY DISCHARGING GAS TO THE ATMOSPHERE.
WARNING: IT IS NOT SAFE TO USE COOKING APPLIANCES FOR COMFORT HEATING. COOKING APPLIANCES NEED FRESH AIR FOR SAFE OPERATION. BEFORE
OPERATION,
1. OPEN OVERHEAD VENT OR TURN ON EXHAUST FAN, AND
2. OPEN WINDOW.
THIS WARNING LABEL HAS BEEN LOCATED IN THE COOKING AREA TO REMIND YOU TO PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF FRESH AIR FOR COMBUSTION.
UNLIKE HOMES, THE AMOUNT OF OXYGEN SUPPLY IS LIMITED DUE TO THE SIZE OF THE RECREATIONAL VEHICLE, AND PROPER VENTILATION WHEN USING
THE COOKING APPLIANCES{SI WILL AVOID DANGERS OF ASPHYXIATION. IT IS ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT THAT COOKING APPLIANCES NOT BE USED FOR
COMFORT HEATING AS THE DANGER OF ASPHYXIATION IS GREATER WHEN THE APPLIANCE IS USED FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME.
WARNING, PORTABLE FUEL-BURNING EQUIPMENT, INCLUDING WOOD AND CHARCOAL GRILLS AND STOVES, SHALL NOT BE USED INSIDE THIS RECREATIONAL
VEHICLE. THE USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT INSIDE THE RECREATIONAL VEHICLE MAY CAUSE FIRES OR ASPHYXIATION.
WARNING; DO NOT BRING OR STORE LP GAS CONTAINERS, GASOLINE, OR OTHER FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS INSIDE THE VEHICLE BECAUSE A FIRE OR EXPLOSION
MAY RESULT,
A warning label has been located near the LP gas container. This label reads: DO NOT FILL CONTAINER(S} TO MORE THAN 80 PERCENT OF CAPACITY.
Overfilling the LP gas container can result in uncontrolled gas flow which can cause fire or explosion. A properly filled container will contain approximately 80
percent of its volume as liquid LP gas.
The following label has been placed in the vehicle near the range area:
IF YOU SMELL GAS,
1. Extinguish any open flames, pilot lights and all smoking materials.
2. Do not touch electrical switches.
3. Shut off the gas supply at the tank valve(s) or gas supply connection.
4. Open doors and other ventilating openings.
5. Leave the area until odor clears.
6. Have the gas system checked and leakage source corrected before using again.
LP gas regulators must always be installed with the diaphragm vent facing downward. RegulattJrs that are not in compartments have been equipped with a protective
cover, Make sure that regulator vent faces downward and the cover is kept in place to minimize vent blockage which could result in excessive gas pressure
causing fire or explosion.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Certain of our forest product suppliers have advised that urea-formaldehyde is used in the production of particle board, hardwood
plywood or paneling which they supply us and which we utilize in our finished product. These suppliers have requested that
we communicate this to our customers.
For your information, we are reproducing samples of statements which have been provided to us by our suppliers.
WARNING: THIS PRODUCT [S MANUFACTURED W[TH UREA-FORMALDEHYDE RES[N, FORMALDEHYDE VAPOR MAY [N SOME
PEOPLE CAUSE HEADACHES, EYE, NOSE AND THROAT [RRITATlON, AND AGGRAVATION OF ALLERG[ES AND RESP[RATORY
PROBLEMS, SUCH AS ASTHMA. PROPER VENT[LAT[ON SHOULD REDUCE THE R[SK OF SUCH PROBLEMS.
Champion International Corporation
WARNING: [RR[TANT: TH[S PRODUCT CONTAINS A UREA-FORMALDEHYDE RESIN AND MAY RELEASE FORMALDEHYDE
VAPORS
[N LOW CONCENTRATIONS, FORMALDEHYDE CAN BE [RR[TATING TO THE EYES AND UPPER RESP[RATORY SYSTEM
OF ESPEC[ALLY SUSCEPTIBLE PERSONS SUCH AS THOSE WITH ALLERG[ES OR RESP[RATORY AILMENTS. USE W[TH
ADEQUATE VENTlLAT[ON, [F SYMPTOMS DEVELOP, CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN. Georgia-Pacific Corporation
WARNING: TH[S PRODUCT IS MANUFACTURED WITH A UREA-FORMALDEHYDE RES[N AND W[LL RELEASE SMALL
QUANTIT[ES OF FORMALDEHYDE, FORMALDEHYDE LEVELS [N THE INDOOR A[R CAN CAUSE TEMPORARY EYE AND
RESPIRATORY [RRITATlON, AND MAY AGGRAVATE RESP[RATORY COND[TIONS OR ALLERGIES. VENTILAT[ON WILL REDUCE
[NDOOR FORMALDEHYDE LEVELS. Weyerhaeuser
Company
Ventilation is important in maintaining a comfortable environment and we direct your attention to the discussion of ventilation
contained in your Owner's Manual.

APPLIANCES .......................... 42
Air Conditioner Operational Quick Checks .... 42
Water Heater ....................... 42 Troubleshooting The System .............. 43
Water Heater Bypass System .......... 38
Electrical Circuit Diagnosis ................ 43
Furnace ............................ 38
Refrigeration Section .................... 43
Range ............................. 38
Front Suspension And Alignment ............ 43
Range Exhaust Hood .................. 38
Brakes ................................ 43
Air Conditioner ...................... 38
Brake Hose Inspection ................... 43
Refrigerator ......................... 39
Lining Inspection ....................... 43
Smoke Detector ......................... 39 Drive Belts And Specifications .............. 43
MAINTENANCE ............................ 40
Lubrication ............................. 40
Wheels And Tires ........................ 40
Tire Inspection And Rotation .............. 40
Inflation Pressure ....................... 40
Wheel And Tire Balancing ................ 40
Tire Replacement ....................... 41
Engine ................................ 41
Engine Oils ........................... 41
Engine Fuel Systems ...................... 41
Exterior ............................... 43
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
Fuel And Air Filters ..................... 41 PREPARING THE MOTOR HOME FOR
Air Cleaner Element Replacement ........... 41 LONG-TERM STORAGE ....................... 46
Cooling System ......................... 41 Storage Check List ....................... 46
Maintenance And Inspection .............. 41
Short-term Storage (less than 60 days)
Coolant Level .......................... 41
Above Freezing ........................ 46
Flushing Cooling System ................. 41 Long-term Storage Above Freezing .......... 46
Engine Electrical ......................... 42 Winterization And Winter Storage ............ 46
Jump Starting ......................... 42 Winter Storage Below Freezing ............ 47
Transmission ............................ 42 Water System Winterizing ................ 47
Maintenance and Inspection
.............. 42
General Vehicle Winter Storage Check List .... 48
Heating And Air Conditioning ............... 42
Reactivating The Motor Home After Storage .. 48
Inspection ............................ 42 MAINTENANCE CHART ...................... 50

TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1 Interior Lighting
........................ 20
Planning And Preparation ................... 2 Overhead Vents
........................ 20
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
............. 2
Keys And Locks
.......................... 3
Emergency And Identification Information
....... 4
Effects Of Prolonged Occupancy
............. 20
Controlling Moisture Condensation ........... 20
Fire Safety ............................. 21
Smoke Detector ........................ 21
PLUMBING SYSTEMS ....................... 22
Fresh Water System ...................... 22
The Water Pump ....................... 22
The Monitor Panel ...................... 23
Travel Check List ......................... 6 Sanitizing The
Fresh Water System ......... 23
Pre-Travel Check List ....................... 7 Troubleshooting The
Fresh Water System ..... 23
ON THE ROAD ............................. 8
Motor Home Loading ...................... 8
Carrying Capacity
.... " ......... , ........ 8
Weighing
Your Loaded Motor Home .......... 8
Loading Tips
........................... 9
Leaks ............................... 24
Clogged Water Filter .................... 24
Excessive Water Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Water Pump Troubleshooting .............. 24
The Waste Water System .................. 25
Toilet ................................ 25
Trailer Hitches And Towing ................ 9 Toilet Maintenance
...................... 25
Towing Automobiles ..................... 10
Toilet Troubleshooting ................... 25
Cockpit And Driver's Controls ............... 10
Dumping The Holding Tanks .............. 26
Auxiliary Start System ................... 10 Holding
Tank Care And Maintenance ........ 27
Driver/Passenger Seats ................... 10 Water System Winterizing
.................. 27
Seat Belfs ............................ 10
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS ...................... 28
Child Restraint .......................... 11
. Chassis Electrical System .................. 28
Front/Side Slider Windows ................ 11
Driving And Parking ................. : . . . . 11
Fuel And. Fuel Systems .................... 12
Fuel Fill .............................. 12
Fuel Types And Vapor Lock ............... 12
Alternative Fuel Types ................... 12
Chassis Bulbs & Fuses .................. 28
12-volt Coach System .................... 28
Auxiliary Battery ....................... 28
Battery Inspection and Care .............. 28
Battery Charging ....................... 29
Selecting A Replacement Battery ........... 29
120-volt AC System ...................... 29
Overheating ........................... 13
The Power Converter ..................... 29
Carbon Monoxide Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . 13
Ground Fault Interrupter ................... 30
Safety Tips ............................. 13
Entertainment Equipment .................. 30
Engine Access ......................... 14
Tires
.................................. 14
TV Antenna ............................ 30
TV "Ghosts" And FM "Flutter .............. 30
Tire Replacement ....................... 14
Changing A Flat Tire .................... 14
Required Tools And Equipment ............. 15
Towing ................................ 16
Minimizing Multipath Distoration
and Improving Signal Quality
.............. 31
Generator Power Plant .................... 32
Generator Operating Safety Precautions ...... 32
Warm Weather Operation ................. 33
LIVING WITH YOUR MOTOR HOME ............. 17
Cold Weather Operation .................. 33
Manual Entry Steps ..................... 17
Preparation For Storage .................. 33
Entry Doors, Screens, And Locks ........... 17
Windows ............................. 17
Mini-Blinds ............................ 17
Emergency Exit Window ................. 18
Storage ............................... 18
Exterior Compartments ................... 18
Interior Storage ........................ 18
Interior And Furnishings ................... 19
Reactivating Generator System After
Long Term Storage ..................... 34
Generator Maintenance And Service ........ 34
LPG SYSTEM .............................. 35
LPG Gas Safety Precautions ................ 35
System Components ...................... 36
Hoses And Fittings ..................... 36
LP Gas Regulator ...................... 36
Using LP Gas System At Low Temperatures .... 36
Dinette Conversion . ..................... 19
Filling LP Gas Tanks ...................... 37
Sofa/Lounge Conversion . ................. 19
LP Gas System Leak Checks ............... 37
Folding Doors .................... " .. 20 Lighting
LP Gas Appliances ................ 37

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
homel
Your motor home has been designed to provide you
with many years of carefree, pleasant traveling and
vacationing. This manual describes many features of
your motor home and provides an operating guide so
that you can obtain the best performance from those
features. Your motor home has been designed to 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.
Like all
finely crafted 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 instruction by reading
all instructional material furnished with the motor
home in the Owner's Information Package and
Chassis
Operator's Manual. If, after taking delivery
of your new motor home, you feel it requires addi-
tional conditioning or adjustment, please return it to
your dealer as soon as possible. This Owner's Manual,
along with the information provided in your Owner's
Information Package and Chassis Operator's Manual
outlines important areas of maintenance and provides
a
maintenance schedule for you to follow to ensure
safe, troublefree service from your motor home. Study
these instructions carefully before you operate the
motor home for the first time. Spend some time with
your dealer going over safety and operating· instruc-
tions before you leave the dealer's lot. A good work-
ing knowledge of your motor home and how to care
for it will help you enjoy many miles and years of
recreational living.
If you have any questions regarding operation,
maintenance, or service, please contact your dealer
immediately so he can assist you. Your dealer's Ser-
vice or Sales Department will handle any normal pro-
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
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your dealer will be better able to get you on the road
again. If,
for some reason, a problem is not handled
to your satisfaction:
1. Discuss any warranty-related problems direct-
ly with the manager or owner of the dealer-
ship, giving him an opportunity to help his
service
department resolve the matter for you.
2.
If a problem arises that cannot be resolved to
your satisfaction by your local dealer, contact
the factory service manager. The factories are
listed in this manual. Please contact the one
nearest you.
3. We sincerely believe
that your dealer and the
factory representative will be able to solve any
problem which might arise. If their combined
efforts are not satisfactory, please send a let-
ter describing the circumstances to:
Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc.
Consumer Affairs Department
P.O. Box 7300
Riverside, CA 92523
Please include the brand name and serial
number of your motor home.
4.
If you wish to call for assistance, please use
these toll-free
telephone numbers:
From California:
(BOO) 442-4B04
From outside California: [phone]
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
changes 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 written warranty as presented in this
manual.
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
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
2
to
know to be a safe motor home driver. Of course,
don't overlook the laws of your state or province that
govern driving a motor home. Your state or provincial
Motor Vehicle Department can provide you with the
applicable vehicle codes that spell out your rights and
responsibilities
as a motor home owner.
INSPECT AND MAINTAIN
Follow a consistent schedule of inspection and
maintenance
for your motor home. Your continuing
safety and comfort depend on it. This manual includes
a section outlining maintenance intervals. Adherence
to these schedules will minimize the possibility of
failure of any important system or part of your motor
home. The time spent inspecting and maintaining your
motor home will provide you with many years of
recreational pleasure.
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-
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 G30 Cutaway Van or the Ford E350
Cutaway Van chassis. Several numbers are used to
identify the vehicle and components used on the vehi-
cle. The V.1.N. or Vehicle Identification Number is the
17-digit legal identification of the completed vehicle
and is
the number on the vehicle registration. The
V.1.N. is found on the left top of the instrument panel,

and is visible through the windshield. Refer to this
information when ordering parts from the chassis
manufacturer or chassis dealer service center. The
12-digit Fleetwood Identification Number (F.I.N.) is
located on
the certification tag located in the driver's
step well. Use this number when ordering parts
through your Fleetwood dealer or Service Center.
Identification Number Location
3
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
-=
~l.c
Key No.: _________________ _

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 _____________________________________________________ _
Dealer Name ___________________________________________________________ _
Address _________________________________________________________________ __
Insurance Policy
Company ________________________________________________________________ ___
Agent Name ____________________________________________________________ __
Telephone ________________________________________________________________ __
Policy Number ______________________________________________________ _
Range/Oven
Manufacturer _________________________________________________ _
Model _______________________________________________________ ___
Serial Number ____________________________________________________ _
Refrigerator
Manufacturer ________________________________________________ _
Model _____________________________________________________________ ___
Serial Number ___________________________________________________ _
Furnace
Manufacturer _________________________________________________ _
Model ____________________________________________________________ ___
Serial Number _____________________________________________ _
4

Water Heater
Manufacturer ________________________________________________________________________ __
Model ______________________________________________________________________ _
Serial Number
__________________________________________________________________ _
Air Conditioner
Manufacturer ____________________________________________________________ __
Model ______________________________________________________________________ _
Serial Number
______________________________________________ _
Microwave Oven
Manufacturer ___________________________________________________________________ __
Model ________________________ ~-------------------------------------------------
Serial Number _____________________________________________________ _
Stereo
Manufacturer ___________________________________________________________________ __
Model ______________________________________________________________________ _
Serial Number
_________________________________________________ _
Generator
Manufacturer ___________________________________________________________ __
Model ______________________________________________________________________ _
Serial Number
__________________________________________________________ _
Miscellaneous
Key Number ____________________________________________________________________ ___
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FOOD -BEVERAGES
____ Bread
____ Milk
____ Sugar
____ Coffee
____ Tea
____ Salt
____ Pepper
____ Catsup
____ Mustard
____ Eggs
____ Bacon
____ Butter
____ Cheese
____ Lunch Meat
____ Meat Dinners
____ Potatoes
____ Vegetables
____ Fruit
____ Cereals
____ Cookies
____ Beverages
____ Soups
____ Crackers
____ Pancake Mix
GALLEY
____ Dishes, Cups
____ Silverware
____ Tumblers
~ ___ Coffee Pot
____ Pots, Covers
____ Pans, Covers
____ Utensils, Flipper
____ Paper Plates, Cups
____ Napkins
____ Paper Towels
____ Can Opener
____ Bottle Opener
____ Sponges
____ Dish Towels
____ Dish Drainer
____ Liquid Detergent
____ Soap Powder
____ Window Cleaner
____ Wax Paper/Foil
____ Plastic Bags
____ Large Trash Bags
____ Portable BBQ
____ Charcoal Starter Fluid
____ Clothesline
____ Clothes pins
____ Matches
TRAVEL CHECK LIST
____ Water Pail
____ Candles
TOILETRIES -PERSONAL
____ Face Soap
____ Wash Cloths
____ Hand Towels
____ Bath Towels
____ Bathmat
____ Rubber Shower Mat
____ Facial Tissues
____ Bathroom Tissue
____ Toothbrushes
____ Toothpaste
____ Hair Brush
____ Combs
____ Chapstick
____ Suntan Lotion
____ Razor & Blades
____ Nail Clippers
____ Insect Repellent
____ First Aid Kit
____ Snake Bite Kit
_~~_ Sunglasses
CLOTHING
____ Underwear
____ Jackets
____ Sweaters
____ Various Shoes
____ Socks
____ Bathing Suits
____ Hats, Caps
____ Rainwear
____ Handkerchiefs
____ Pajamas
SLEEPING GEAR
____ Pillows
____ Pillow Cases
____ Sheets
____ Blankets
____ Sleeping Bags
RELAXING -ENTERTAINMENT
____ Playing Cards
____ Jigsaw Puzzles
____ Games
____ Books, Magazines
____ Writing Pads, Pencils
____ Canopy or Awning
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____ Battery Radio
____ Folding Chairs
SPORTS
____ Fishing Rods
____ Tackle Box, Bait
____ Baseball Bat, Gloves
____ Football
____ Frisbee
____ Hiking Boots
____ Backpack
____ Hunting Knife
____ Pocket Knife
____ Pocket Compass
____ Swim Fins
____ Air Pump
____ Kite & String
____ Copy Peterson's
"Field Guide"
MISCELLANEOUS
____ Road Maps
____ Directory, Trailer Camps
____ Camera & Film
____ Sewing Kit, Patches
____ Clothes Hangers
____ Firewood
____ Water Can
____ Gas Can
____ Holding Tank
Disposal Hoses(s)
____ Water Drain Pail
____ Flares or Reflectors
____ Holding Tank Chemicals
____ Fresh Water Hose
TOOLS
____ Screwdriver
____ Adjustable Wrench
____ Pliers
____ Small Saw
____ Hammer
____ Hatchet
____ Folding Shovel
____ Lantern, Fuel, Mantles
____ Flashlight
____ Spare Batteries, Bulb
____ Spare 12V Bulb
____ Spare 12V Fuses
____ Voltmeter
____ Circuit Test Light
____ Jumper Cables
____ Tire Air Gauge

PRE.:rRAVEL CHECK LIST
Exterior
Disconnect 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 (if installed)
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
Turn off furnace
Turn
off range pilot
Close cooktop cover
Close
roof vents
Close all doors, drawers and
windows
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ON THE ROAD
MOTOR HOME LOADING
Even though your motor home is built on a van
chassis, there are limitations
to how much it can hold
and carry. These
limitations are called Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR) and the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR).
The GVWR is the maximum load the motor home
is designed to carry. This includes everything - the
body, all interior furnishings, your belongings,
passengers, fuel, fresh water, waste water -attached
to
or carried in the vehicle. GVWR limits are governed
by
the structure and materials used in the chassis,
frame, axles, bearings, and tires.
The GAWR is the maximum load that either the
front or rear axle is designed to carry. The GVWR is
equal
to or slightly less than the sum of the front
and rear axle GAWRs. The total of the axle loads must
not exceed the overall GVWR.
The GVWR and the front and rear GAWRs for your
motor home are shown on the certification tag posted
on
the driver's step well. Remember, these ratings
are for a fully loaded vehicle. To find out how much
load you can carry, you have to weigh your motor
home empty, and compare the empty weight readings
with the GVWR rating. Do this initial weighing with
the water, holding tanks and fuel tank(s) as close to
empty as possible. Water and gasoline are heavy and
can
make the motor home seem heavier than it real-
ly is. Weigh without passengers. When you weigh,
get out of the motor home. The weight of even one
person can
influence the scale readings. Weigh at an
accurate and certified weigh station that uses plat-
form scales suitable for trucks. Consult your telephone
directory for weigh stations in your area. The dif-
ference between the empty weight and the weight
of the motor home in traveling configuration is your
usable load. If the loaded weight of your motor home
exceeds
the GVWR or the weight on any axle exceeds
that axle's GAWR, the motor home is overloaded and
you'll have to remove items to bring the weight down
to or below the GVWR and GAWR.
Carrying Capacity
During the design and development of our motor
homes, the number and size of storage compartments,
and
the liquid tank capacities are maximized for value
and convenience.
If the motor home operator fills all
liquid tanks
to capacity, fills all storage compartments
and cupboards to maximum volume and fills all
available seating positions with passengers, the motor
home
will probably be overloaded. According to
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration figures,
an average vehicle occupant weighs 150 pounds, each
gallon of gasoline weighs six pounds, and each gallon
of water weighs over eight pounds. The operator is
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responsible for analyzing the conditions in which the
motor home will be utilized for each trip.
The
number of passengers and placement of cargo
will affect the amount of water and cargo that you
can
carry (See Loading Tips). For convenience, the
passenger capacity for camping use and the
passenger capacity for day use are shown on the per-
manent table in the driver's area or adjacent to the
main entry door. The smaller passenger capacity for
camping provides reasonable cargo capacity for trips
taking more than one day. The larger passenger
capacity for day use provides less cargo capacity for
trips or activities not involving overnight stays. It may
be necessary to reduce the amount of water carried
and unload some cargo
items normally carried for
camping in order to provide carrying capacity for the
additional day use passengers.
Thoughtful consideration of the weight placed in
the motor home can yield important benefits:
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maximum flexibility in the use of the liberal
storage facilities provided in the motor home;
improved handling
characteristics and ride
comfort;
better fuel mileage and reduced tire wear.
Weighing Your Loaded Motor Home
The following weighing procedure will help you
determine whether your loaded motor home (com-
plete
with cargo, fluids, passengers, and driver) is
within GAWR and GVWR limits. When you arrive at
the weigh station, the attendant will guide you
through the correct positioning of the motor home
on the scales. Generally, the sequence is as follows:
1. Drive the front wheels onto the scale platform
and take a reading. This is the front Gross Axle
Weight (Reading 1).
2. Drive the entire vehicle (both axles) onto the
scale and take a reading. This is the Gross
Vehicle Weight (Reading 2).
3. Drive
forward until only the rear axle is on the
platform and take a reading. This reading is the
rear Gross Axle Weight (Reading 3).
4. Compare reading 2
with the GVWR (Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating) of your vehicle. This
rating is located on
the certification tag. If the
reading exceeds the GVWR rating, you will have
to reduce the total vehicle load.
5.
If reading 2 is less than the GVWR of your
vehicle, check readings 1 and 3 to verify that
each is less than the GAWR on the certifica-
tion tag. If either exceeds the GAWR for the

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axle, redistribute enough of the load to ensure
that loads on the front and rear axles are within
the required limit.
Since the placement of cargo on each side of
the motor home is important, each side of the
motor home should also be weighed. This will
require positioning both wheels on each side
down the center of the scale platform and
taking a reading for each side. The attendant
will help you with proper positioning.
Periodically re-weigh your motor home. Different
traveling configurations may change your loading and
weight pattern.
WARNING: DO NOT EXCEED THE RATED LOAD
OF THE MOTOR HOME, OR THE RATED LOAD
OF ANY AXLE.
NOTE: CARRYING CAPACITIES OF YOUR
MOTOR HOME ARE SPECIFIED ON A LABEL
AFFIXED TO THE INSIDE OF A WARDROBE
DOOR. THE LABEL INCLUDES ALL FACTORY IN-
STALLED OPTIONS. IF OTHER EQUIPMENT
SUCH AS LEVELING JACKS, AWNINGS, ROOF
PODS, ETC., ARE INSTALLED AFTER THE
MOTOR HOME LEAVES THE FACTORY, THE
WEIGHT OF THESE ITEMS MUST BE SUB-
TRACTED FROM THE TOTAL OF THE
PASSENGER AND CARGO CARRYING CAPACI-
TIES. IF YOU TOW A TRAILER, THE TONGUE
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WEIGHT OF THE TRAILER MUST BE SUB-
TRACTED FROM THE TOTAL OF THE PASSEN-
GER AND CARGO CARRYING CAPACITIES.
Loading Tips
After you have determined how much weight you can
safely carry and selected those items to make up that
weight, make a list and keep it for future reference.
Load the motor home and distribute the load so that
you get proper weight on the axles. Do not load up-
per cabinets with heavy items. Secure and brace items
so they won't move during travel, thereby shifting the
load in the motor home. Do not load heavy items near
either end of the motor home or on the rear bumper.
Adjust cargo storage to keep the side to side wheel
loads as equal as possible. Carry only as much water
as needed for travel use or to balance the load.
Whenever possible, empty the holding tanks before
traveling.
WARNING: DO NOT INSTALL ANY TYPE OF
WEIGHT CARRYING RACK OR FRAME TO THE
REAR BUMPER OR ANY CHASSIS OR BODY
COMPONENT OF THE MOTOR HOME. DAMAGE
TO THE MOTOR HOME BODY AND UNSTABLE
HANDLING CHARACTERISTICS MAY RESULT.
WARNING: EXCEEDING THE GAWR OR GVWR
OF YOUR MOTOR HOME CAN CAUSE
UNDESIRABLE HANDLING CHARACTERISTICS
AND MAY CREATE A SAFETY HAZARD.
MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE BY ADDI-
TION OF RACKS NOT SPECIFIED BY THE
MANUFACTURER TO CARRY ADDITIONAL
EQUIPMENT OR VEHICLES IS NOT RECOM-
MENDED, MAY CREATE A SAFETY HAZARD,
AND MAY VOID YOUR WARRANTY.
Make a loading diagram of your properly loaded
motor home. It will help you locate where specific
items are stored, and will help speed the loading
process. Store emergency items in a readily accessible
location. Include tools, first-aid kit, rain gear, flashlight,
highway warning devices, and an electric cord with
light.
WARNING: DO NOT STORE OR CARRY LP GAS
CONTAINERS, GASOLINE, OR OTHER FLAM-
MABLE LIQUIDS INSIDE YOUR MOTOR HOME.
Trailer Hitches And Towing
If you expect to pull a trailer with your motor home,
please use these guidelines when choosing a hitch
and trailer:
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• Hitch classification: Class
II
Limit the vertical hitch load (tongue weight of
the trailer) to a maximum of 250 pounds.
Heavier vertical hitch loads can cause damage
to your motor home rear frame and body, cause
unstable driving and handling characteristics,
and may restrict your rights under the Owner-
care warranty.

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Do not tow a trailer weighing more than 3500
pounds, or more than recommended by the
chassis manufacturer, whichever is less.
Heavier trailers can cause damage
to the motor
home structure or drive train, cause unstable
driving or handling characteristics, or restrict
your rights under the Ownercare warranty.
Consult your chassis manufacturer dealer for
the Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) of
the motor home chassis. The GCWR is the total
weight of the fully loaded motor home with
driver, all passengers and all cargo, and the fully
loaded trailer.
Information on specific combinations of
engines, axles ratios, and Gross Combined
Weight Ratings applicable to towing situations
is available
through your dealer or from the
chassis manufacturer. Ask for the chassis
manufacturer's "Towing Guide" that applies to
your vehicle.
Alternate gear ratios may be available for
special towing needs. Contact your local
chassis
manufacturer dealer for recommenda-
tions. Exceeding the chassis GCWR may cause
damage
to your motor home drive train or
chassis, unstable driving and handling
characteristics, and may void your warranty.
Weigh your
motor home fully loaded with driver,
passengers, cargo, and
the fully loaded trailer
attached. Do
not exceed the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR)
of any axle, and do not exceed
the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of
either the motor home or the trailer, or the
Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) of the
motorhome. If any of these ratings are
exceeded,
weight must be eliminated or shifted
until scale weights are equal to or less than
ratings.
Towing Automobiles
If you plan to tow an automobile with your motor
home, the tongue weight must not exceed 250
pounds. The Gross Combined Weight must not exceed
the GCWR.
CAUTION: Towing devices (other than wheeled
dollies)
that raise the front or rear wheels of the
vehicle in tow off the ground create tongue
weights in excess of the 250 pounds maximum,
and must not be used.
COCKPIT AND DRIVER'S CONTROLS
(Consult Chevrolet or Ford Chassis
Operator's Manual for detailsl
Auxiliary Start System
The Auxiliary Start System permits using the aux-
iliary battery (see Electrical System) to start the motor
home engine if the main vehicle battery is discharg-
ed. To use the Auxiliary Start System:
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Auxiliary Start Switch
1. Be sure the vehicle is stopped, shift to "P"
(PARK) and apply the parking brake.
2. Press and hold
the Auxiliary Start switch
on the instrument panel.
3.
Start engine with ignition switch.
4. Release Auxiliary Start switch.
The Auxiliary Start System has no effect on the
vehicle except to aid in starting the motor home
engine. If the vehicle alternator is operating properly,
the batteries will be recharged while driving (see Elec-
trical System).
Driver/Passenger Seats
The driver's and passenger's seats offer four posi-
tion/comfort adjustments:
CAUTION: Do 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.
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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. The seat
locks in the center, forward position. When
unlocked, the seat will swivel freely around to
the center position.
Recline -The recliner lever is
located on the
right side bottom of the seat.
Push
the lever down to recline. The angle is
continuously variable. Release lever at desired
angle.
Seat Belts
Seat belts are an important safety feature of your
vehicle. For your protection, always use your seat

belts. The driver's seat and all other seats designed
to carry passengers while under way have been
equipped
with seat belts.
WARNING: All riders should be furnished
with
and use seat belts while the vehicle 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 is not
possible 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 snugly as low on the abdomen as com-
fort 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 vehicle occupants, and especially 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 crushed by any
unrestrained rider. An unrestrained child could also
be injured by striking the interior, or by being thrown
from the vehicle during a sudden maneuver or im-
pact. A child restraint system can help protect a child
while riding in a vehicle. Child restraint systems are
designed to be secured in the vehicle seats by lap
belts or
the lap portion of a lap-shoulder belt. Children
could be endangered in a crash
if their child restraints
are
not properly secured in the vehicle.
Children small enough
for a child restraint system
should be restrained that way if at all possible.
However,
the following may provide some degree of
protection if a child restraint is not used.
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Infants who cannot sit up should be placed in
a padded baby carrier. Put
it crosswise 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 securing a child restraint with a lap belt that
has no retractor, pull the excess webbing through the
adjustment mechanism.
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If the child restraint is still not secure, use a dif-
ferent seating position in the vehicle and/or contact
your dealer and the child restraint manufacturer for
help.
Side Slider Windows
Turn lock, slide window and/ or screen to open and
close.
Slider Windows
Note: Screens are
not removable for cleaning.
They
may be pushed out of their frames if the
window must be used for emergency exit. In this
case, the screens will be destroyed and will pro-
bably have to be replaced.
DRIVING AND PARKING
Once you become accustomed to the feel of the
controls 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 lanes. Learn to use the side mirrors to view
the road behind. Check them often.
Drive
with consideration on the highway, observ-
ing all speed and
safety regulations. The best cruis-
ing speed
of your motor home will vary with road
and
weather conditions.
Remember
that your motor home is heavier than
a car, making it less maneuverable and harder to stop.
Also, because of its greater side surface area, it is
more easily affected by cross
winds. Allow extra
distances for passing and stopping, and drive
at a
moderate speed, particularly in
traffic and in gusty
wind conditions.
Driving on
winding or mountain roads is not dif-
ficult if done with reasonable care. Observe proper
vehicle speeds
when ascending or descending hills
and always operate in
the proper transmission range.
Downshift on hills to avoid overheating or undue

engine loads. 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 driv-
ing
factors are sometimes unpredictable, and moun-
tain driving 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.
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
pulling in for service. Always check overhead
clearances
of overpasses and bridges. This may be
particularly important if you drive with the overhead
vents open
or if the motor home is equipped with
a roof air conditioner, 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 por-
tions 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"I and set the parking brake when
parking.
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 in-
structions for the generator before deciding on a fuel
type.
Fuel Fill
The fuel filler cap is located on the side of the
coach. Modern fuel systems may build up vapor
pressure
within the tank as the gasoline warms during
use
or hot weather. Under certain conditions, sud-
den release
of this pressure when removing the
gasoline cap can spray gasoline from the fill open-
ing, 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 the gasoline system from excessive
pressure
or vacuum, or from sudden release of
pressure, replace lost caps with caps of the same
design available
from your Fleetwood motor home
dealer.
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Clean up fuel spills immediately. Raw fuel spilled
on the motor home could damage the exterior finish,
and is a serious fire hazard.
Fuel Types And Vapor Lock
Today's automotive fuel and emissions systems are
sophisticated and
highly engineered to meet Federal
and
state emissions standards. They are also
sometimes sensitive to fuel types and blends, par-
ticularly blends that are optimized for climatic condi-
tions. Fuel refiners change
the additives in the fuel
to compensate for temperature variations during
winter or summer months. This compensation
changes the "vapor pressure" of the fuel. This means
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 burn in your engine, additives help
raise
the volatility of the fuel. This helps the engine
start easier and run smoother during winter months.
Under the best of conditions, the refiners supply their
gas
station customers with the correct fuel for their
location and seasonal conditions. 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 condi-
tion is a combination of new engine design (with at-
tendant higher temperatures under the hood), and
excessive fuel vaporization caused by
the vapor
pressure
of the fuel you are using. If your engine and
fuel system are properly
tuned and maintained, you
should
not experience vapor lock. If vapor Iqck occurs,
the fuel itself could be the cause. If at all possible,
check with the gas station 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 you 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
home 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 con-
tain cosolvents and other additives to protect the fuel
system components. If you are not sure of the com-
position of the alcohol/gasoline blend you intend to
use, ask your service station operator. Discontinue
use
of any alcohol/gasoline blend if driveability or fuel
system problems occur.
Chemical reactions
between the fuel components
and the materials in the fuel lines can cause deteriora-
tion 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 oxidation 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. .
CARBON MONOXIDE SAFETYPRECAUTIONS
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 constantly while they are run-
ning. CARBON MONOXIDE IS DEADLY. Please read
and understand
the following precautions to protect
yourself and others from the effects of carbon monox-
ide 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 ACCUM-
ULATING EITHER OUTSIDE, UNDERNEATH, OR
INSIDE YOUR VEHICLE OR ANY NEARBY
VEHICLES. OUTSIDE AIR MOVEMENTS CAN
CARRY EXHAUST GASES INSIDE THE VEHICLE
THROUGH WINDOWS
OR OTHER OPENINGS
REMOTE FROM THE
EXHAUST OUTLET.
OPERATE THE ENGINE(S) ONLY WHEN SAFE
DISPERSION
OF EXHAUST GASES CAN BE
ASSURED, AND MONITOR OUTSIDE CONDI-
TIONS
TO BE SURE THAT EXHAUST CON-
TINUES
TO BE DISPERSED SAFELY.
Beware of exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) poison-
ing symptoms:
Dizziness
Intense Headache
Weakness and Sleepiness
Vomiting
Muscular Twitching
Throbbing in Temples
If symptoms indicate the possibility of carbon
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monoxide poisoning, turn off the engine(s) immediate-
ly, 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 condi-
tions to assure that engine exhaust does not enter
the interior, 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
obstructions 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 safety accessories.
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 in-
side dual could lead
to a tire fire that would be ex-
tremely
difficult 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 ob-
ject. 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 of the engine may be accessed for service
by removing
the engine cover.
WARNING: WHEN INSTALLING THE ENGINE
COVER,
BE SURE THE COVER IS FULLY SEATED
ON THE GASKET SEAL. DO NOT ALLOW
CARPETING, FLOOR MATS OR OTHER
MATERIAL
TO INTERRUPT THE SEAL BETWEEN
THE COVER AND THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
IF THE ENGINE COVER IS NOT INSTALLED COR-
RECTLY, ENGINE EXHAUST GASES COULD
LEAK INTO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
CREATING A SAFETY HAZARD.
IF THE ENGINE
MUST BE RUN WITH THE ENGINE COVER OFF
FOR MAINTENANCE PURPOSES, BE SURE THE
VEHICLE INTERIOR IS ADEQUATELY VEN-
TILATED.
TIRES
Your motor home is equipped with truck tires. Under
normal circumstances and
with proper maintenance,
you should receive thousands
of miles of troublefree
service.
For safety and maximum tire life, proper inflation
pressure
must be maintained. Motor home stability
is also affected significantly by tire pressure, and pro-
perly inflated tires contributes
to overall motor home
stability and safety. The load range and maximum in-
flation pressure are stamped on the tire side wall.
Keep
tires inflated to this 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 OPERATOR'S MANUAL.
WARNING: KEEP TIRES PROPERLY INFLATED.
A TIRE THAT IS RUN LONG DISTANCES OR AT
HIGH SPEEDS WHILE SERIOUSLY UNDER-
INFLATED WILL OVERHEAT TO THE POINT
WHERE THE TIRE MAY LOSE AIR SUDDENLY
ANDIOR CATCH FIRE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN
DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE AND ITS CONTENTS
ANDIOR PERSONAL INJURY.
NOTE: CHECK THE WHEEL COVERS
PER-
IODICALLY. THEY COULD WORK LOOSE DUR-
ING DRIVING.
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 sup-
plied on your motorhome have weight carrying
capacities
to support gross axle weight ratings
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(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 4,000 pounds, each front tire must have a minimum
single capacity of
2,000 pounds. For a rear GAWR
of 7,400 pounds, each rear tire must have a minimum
capacity
of 1,850 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 driv-
ing, you may experience a flat tire. The best way to
solve this problem is to summon professional help
through your auto club, travel service, or a local truck
service facility. If none of these is available, and cir-
cumstances 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:
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Your motor home is built on a van chassis, and
therefore rides on truck wheels
and tires. These
tires and wheels can weigh up
to 100 pounds
or more each. IF YOU ARE NOT PHYSICALLY
CAPABLE OF LIFTING AND MOVING 100
POUNDS OR MORE, DO NOT UNDER ANY CIR-
CUMSTANCES ATTEMPT TO CHANGE A FLAT
TIRE.
Truck tires and wheels are installed with the
wheel nuts tightened very tightly.
IF YOU ARE
NOT CAPABLE OF BREAKING LOOSE NUTS
THAT HAVE
BEEN TIGHTENED UP TO 180
LB'/FT. OF TORQUE, AND THEN RE-TIGHTEN
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 furnish-
ed
with your motor home is capable of lifting
the weight on one wheel, or about one-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 IF A BLOWOUT
OR OTHER TIRE DAMAGE OCCURS, TRY TO
OBTAIN EXPERT TIRE SERVICE HELP. IF YOU
MUST REMOVE WHEELS AND CHANGE THE
TIRE WITHOUT PROFESSIONAL HELP, TAKE
OFF THE TIRE AND RIM ASSEMBLY AND PUT
ON THE SPARE TIRE AND RIM ASSEMBLY
FOLLOWING THE INSTRUCTIONS 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 TO TIRES
UNLESS AN ACCURATE PRESSURE GAUGE IS
USED.
Required Tools and Equipment
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Hydraulic jack with minimum 4-ton capacity.
WARNING: THE JACK IS DESIGNED FOR USE
AS A TOOL FOR TIRE CHANGING
ONLY. IT IS
NOT INTENDED FOR USE AS A LEVELING DE-
VICE
OR AS A LIFT FOR SERVICE PURPOSES.
Lug wrench to fit wheel nuts, with at least a
two-foot breaker bar handle.
Torque wrench
with at least 300 Ib./ft. capacity.
Wheel blocks.
Board or
other flat surface to place under the
jack.
Wheel
chock.
WARNING: DO NOT CRAWL UNDER VEHICLE.
CONSULT THE CHASSIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL FOR
INFORMATION ON TIRE CHANGING.
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Lower Control
Arm
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JACK POSITION - FRONT AXLE
Jack Position -Front Axle
To Change A Front Wheel:
1. Move the vehicle to a level, firm surface.
2.
To provide clearance for the jack, carefully drive
the flat tire up on the wheel chock.
3. Turn off the engine, place the transmission
selector in
"P" and set the parking brake.
4. Block both
the front and back of the wheel in
the opposite corner from the wheel to be
changed.
5. On questionable surfaces, use a board or other
solid, flat, material under
the jack to provide
a
firm base and minimize the possibility of
shifting.
6. Slide the jack under the front lower control arm
(see illustration), and turn the
screw extension
up until it touches the control arm surface.
7. Begin jacking until the jack is firmly position-
ed,
but do not lift the tire off the ground.
8. Loosen but do not remove the wheel nuts.
9. Raise the vehicle until the tire clears the ground.
10. Remove wheel nuts and wheel. Put spare wheel
in place.
11. Replace wheel nuts. Carefully tighten the nuts
snugly with the wheel and tire off the ground.
12. Lower the vehicle
until the tire contacts the
ground. Do not put the full weight of the vehi-
cle on
the tire.
13. Tighten
the wheel nuts to the torque specified
in
the chassis Operator's Manual.
14. Completely lower and remove the jack. Remove
blocks, boards and
other tools.
15. Drive
the vehicle off the chock.

16. Replace wheel cover, if necessary. Check the
tightness of the wheel nuts often until you get
to
a tire service center. Have the wheel nut
torque and air pressure checked by professional
tire service personnel.
To Change A Rear Wheel:
(If only one tire is flat on a rear dual, drive 25 MPH
or less for no more than 5 miles to a tire service
center,
checking the tire often.)
1. Move the vehicle to a level, firm surface.
2. Turn
off the engine, place the transmission
selector to "P" and set the parking brake.
3. Block
the front and back wheel in the opposite
corner from the wheel to be changed.
4. On questionable surfaces, use a
board or other
solid, flat, material under the jack to provide
a
firm base and minimize the possibility of
shifting.
5. Position the jack under the axle. Screw the ex-
tension out until it touches the torsion bar
hanger.
Be sure the jack is centered so the vehi-
cle will not slide off the jack. Place the jack
so it can be operated without getting under the
vehicle.
6. Begin jacking until the jack is firmly position-
ed but do not lift the tire off the ground.
7. Loosen, but do not remove the wheel nuts.
8. Raise the vehicle until
the tire clears the ground.
9. Remove wheel nuts and wheel(s). Remember,
with dual wheels, both wheels will be loose.
Remove and replace wheels and nuts carefully.
10. Put spare wheel in place. Replace outside dual,
if necessary. The dual wheels MUST line up
properly. A special
alignment stud and hole are
machined into the wheel mounting flange. If
the stud and hole are not aligned, the wheel
will wobble enough to cause damage to tires
and bearings.
11. Replace wheel nuts. Carefully tighten the nuts
snugly in sequence shown in the diagram in
the chassis operator's manual.
12. Apply the specified torque to all nuts in se-
quence. Dual
wheel nuts must be tightened
with both wheels off the ground.
13. Lower the jack. Remove jack, blocks, boards
and
other tools and equipment.
14. Replace wheel cover, if necessary. Check the
tightness of the wheel nuts often until you get
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to a tire service center. Have the wheel nut torque
and air pressure checked by professional tire service
personnel.
TOWING
If your motor home ever needs to be towed:
SEE CHASSIS OPERATOR'S MANUAl.
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Secure any loose or protruding parts of the
disabled vehicle.
Inspect points of attachment to the disabled
vehicle.
If attachment points are damaged or
deteriorated, select
other attachment points at
a
substantial frame structural member.
Never allow anyone
to go under a vehicle while
it is being lifted by towing equipment unless
the disabled vehicle is adequately supported by
safety stands.
Do
not tow the motor home from the rear. Towing
from the rear will cause the front tires and suspen-
sion
to be seriously overloaded, possibly resulting in
tire
or front suspension failure. The rear frame exten-
sions are
not designed to withstand the loads imposed
by
lifting from the rear.
If the rear wheels are disabled, place the motor
home on flat bed trailer, or use a heavy duty dolly
under the rear wheels and tow from the front.
NOTE: IF YOUR MOTOR HOME MUST BE TOW-
ED, PREVENT DAMAGE BY HAVING THE TOW
TRUCK DRIVER FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS
IN THE CHASSIS OWNER'S
MANUAL.
The vehicle may be towed on the rear wheels with
the parking brake released and the transmission in
neutral provided a speed of 35 MPH and a distance
of 50 miles is not exceeded. If this speed or distance
must be exceeded, disconnect the driveshaft or place
the rear wheels on a dolly. DO NOT TOW ANY
VEHICLE AT SPEEDS OVER 50 MPH.
The safety of the operator and all others in the
vicinity of the tow truck and the towed vehicle must
be considered at all times during a towing operation.
DO NOT ALLOW ANY PERSON TO RIDE IN THE TOW-
ED VEHICLE. Safe operating speeds depend on
weather, road,
traffic, visibility conditions, and the
condition of the towed vehicle. Avoid panic stops.
Obey all state and local laws regarding items such
as
warning signals, night illumination, speed, etc.