Fleetwood Jamboree Searcher 1993 User manual
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WARRANTY
NOTICES AND WARNINGS
Introduction
Warranties ............................................................1
.Reporting Safety Defects ......................................2
Owner's Information Package...............................3
Chassis & Vehicle Identification Information ........3
On
The
Road
Motor Home Loading ............................................5
Carrying Capacity ...............................................5
Loading Tips .......................................................6
Determining Your Motor Home
Load
..................6
Weighing Your LoadedMotorHome ....................6
Tires ......................................................................7
Tire Inflation ........................................................7
Tire Replacement................................................7
If You GetA Flat Tire ..........................................7
Spare Tire Carrier ...............................................7
Changing A Flat Tire ...........................................7
Towing A Vehicle .................................................7
Seats And Seat Belts ............................................8
Driver/PassengerSeats ......................................8
SeatBelts..........................................................
..
8
Child Restraint ....................................................8
Driving & Parking ..................................................9
Fuel & Fuel Systems ............................................9
Fuel Fill ...............................................................9
Fuel Types & Vapor Lock....................................9
General Chassis Topics......................................10
Variable Speed Engine Fan ..............................10
Exhaust System Heat .......................................10
Carbon Monoxide Safety Precautions ................ 10
Carbon Monoxide Detector...............................
11
Emergency Towing .............................................
11
Attaching Accessories to your Motor Home........
11
Living With Your Motor
Home
Manual Entry Steps ............................................13
Power Entry Steps ..............................................13
Entry Assist Handle ............................................13
Entry Doors & Screens .......................................13
Windows .............................................................13
Emergency Exit Window ...................................13
Side Slider Windows .........................................13
Su
n Visors ..........................................................13
Mini-Blinds ..........................................................14
Roof Rack Ladder Instaliation............................. 14
Storage ...............................................................15
TABLE
OF CONTENTS
Exterior Compartments .....................................15
Interior Storage .................................................15
Interior & Furnishings ........................................15
Dinette Conversion ...........................................
15
Sofa/Lounge Conversion ................................:.15
Folding Doors/Dividers......................................16
Interior Lighting .................................................16
Overhead Vents ................................................16
Bunk LadderInstallation ...................................16
Monitor Panel ..........................................................16
Effects of Prolonged Occupancy ........................17
Ventilation & Controlling Condensation ............17
Fire Safety ..........................................................17
Fire SafetyPrecautions.....................................
18
Smoke Detector ................................................18
Plumbing System
Fresh Water System ...........................................19
City Water Connection ......................................19
Water Pump ......................................................20
Water Filter .......................................................20
Troubleshooting The Fresh Water System .......20
Leaks ................................................................20
Sanitizing The Fresh Water System .................20
Exterior Shower ......................,.........................
21
Waste Water System ..........................................
21
Toilet .................................................................
21
Draining The Holding Tanks .............................
21
Holding Tank Care ............................................22
Electrical Systems
Chassis Electrical System ..................................23
Chassis Bulbs & Fuses .....................................23
12-Volt Coach System ........................................23
Battery Disconnect............................................23
Auxiliary StartSystem.......................................23
Battery Inspection & Care .................................23
Battery Charging ...............................................24
Selecting A Replacement Battery .....................24
120-Volt System .................................................24
PowerConverter ...............................................24
PowerInverter...................................................24
GroundFault Interrupter ...................................25
Coach Fuses & Circuit Breakers ........................25
Generator ...........................................................25
GeneratorFuel Supply......................................25
Generator Operation .........................................25
Generator Operating Safety Precautions ..........26
Electrical System Wiring .....................................26
TABLE OF CONTENTS
LP Gas System Maintenance
LP
Gas Safety Precautions ................................27 Exterior ...............................................................35
System Components ..........................................27 Stains ................................................................35
Hoses ................................................................27 Windows, Door, Vents & Locks.........................35
LP
Gas Regulator .............................................28 Rubber
Roof
System.........................................36
Using
LP
Gas At Low Temperatures ..................29 Sealant Renewal..............................................36
Filling
LP
Gas Tanks ..........................................29 Door, Window,
Roof
& Molding Resealing........36
LP
Gas System Leak Checks .............................29 Interior.................................................................36
LPG Leak Detector .............................................30 Upholstery & Drapes .........................................36
Lighting
LP
Gas Appliances ...............................30 Laminate Top Care ...........................................37
Appliances
Water Heater ......................................................
31
Refrigerator .........................................................
31
Acrylic Refrigerator
Door
Panels
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31
Furnace ..............................................................
31
Walls & Ceiling Panels ......................................37
Bathtub & Plastic ShowerStall .........................37
Floors & Carpeting ............................................37
Engine Access ..................................................37
Maintenance Checklist .......................................37
Range .................................................................
31
Motor Home Storage
Range Exhaust Hood .........................................32 Storage Checklists ..............................................39
Air Conditioner ....................................................32 Short-Term Storage ..........................................39
Entertainment Equipment ...................................32 Long-Term Storage ...........................................40
120-Volt TV & VCR ...........................................32 Winterization .......................................................40
120-Volt VCR ....................................................32 WaterSystem Winterizing..................................40
120112-Volt TV ..................................................32 Reactivating The Motor Home After Storage ......
41
TV
Antenna .......................................................32 Maintenance Chart................................................
43
TV Ghosts &
FM
Flutter ....................................33
Miscellaneous Appliances ..................................33
FULL ONE-YEAR 115,000 MILE
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WARRANTy---
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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, and
all
appliances and equipment installed by
the
manufacturer,
is
warranted under normal
use
to
be
free
from
manufacturing defects
in
material or workmanship.
The warranty extends
to
the first retail purchaser and his transferee(s) and begins on the date of original retail delivery
or
the date the motor home
Is
first place Into service as a rental, commercial or demonstrator unit (whichever occurs first). The warranty extends for a period of one year from such
date or until
the
unit
has
received 15,000
total
miles
of
use
as
determined by the mileage shown
on
the
odometer (whichever occurs first). Written notice
of
defects
must
be
given
to
the
selling dealer or
the
manufacturer not later
than
ten
(10)
days
after
the
expiration of
the
warranty period.
OWNER'S
OBLIGATIONS
The
owner
is
responsible
for
normal
maintenance
as
described
in
the
Owner's
Manual;
however,
minor adjustments
(such
as
adjustments
to
the
interior
or exterior doors,
LP
regulator pressure, cabinet latches, TV antenna control,
etc.)
will
be
performed
by
the
dealer during
the
first
90
days
of warranty
coverage.
Thereafter,
such
adjustments
are
the
responsibility
of
the owner
as
normal
maintenance unless
required
as
a direct result of repair or replace-
ment
of
a defective
part
under
this
warranty.
If
a problem occurs which
the
owner believes
is
covered
by
this warranty, the owner shall contact the selling dealer, orother authorized dealer, giving
him
sufficient information
to
resolve
the
matter.
The
owner
shall
deliver the motor
home
to
the dealer or manufacturing plant location for warranty service.
DEALER'S
OBLIGATIONS
By
agreement with
the
manufacturer,
the
dealer
Is
Obligated
to
maintain
the
motor
home
prior
to
retail
sale,
to
perform a detailed predelivery inspection
and
to
repair or replace any parts necessary
to
correct defects
in
material or workmanship.
WHEN
THE
DEALER
DOES
NOT
RESOLVE
THE
PROBLEM
If
the dealer
is
unable or unwilling
to
resolve a problem which the owner
is
convinced
is
covered
by
the warranty,
he
should contact the manufacturing
plant at the address listed below
and
provide the manufacturer
with
a description
in
writing of
the
problem
and
attempts
made
to
resolve
it.
MANUFACTURING
PLANT
OBLIGATIONS
Upon
receipt
of
notice of a
claim,
where the dealer
was
unable or unwilling
to
resolve
the
problem, the manufacturing plant will repair or replace any
parts necessary
to
correct defects
in
material or workmanship, or will take other appropriate action
as
may
be
required.
WHEN
THE
MANUFACTURING
PLANT
DOES
NOT
RESOLVE
THE
PROBLEM
If
the representatives of
the
manufacturing plant
are
unable
to
resolve
the
problem
and
the
owner
is
convinced that
It
Is
covered
by
this warranty, the
owner should call
the
toll-free number listed below
to
describe the problem
and
the attempts
made
to
resolve
it.
WHAT
IS
NOT
COVERED
BY
THE EXPRESS
WARRANTY
THIS WARRANTY
DOES
NOT
COVER:
1.
THE
AUTOMOTIVE
SYSTEM
(INCLUDING THE CHASSIS
AND
DRIVE
TRAIN), TIRES
AND
BATTERIES,
WHICH
ARE
COVERED
BY
THE
SEPARATE WARRANTIES OF
THE
RESPECTIVE MANUFACTURERS OF THESE
COMPONENTS.
2.
DEFECTS
CAUSED
BY
OR
RELATED
TO:
A.
ABUSE,
MISUSE,
NEGLIGENCE,
OR
ACCIDENT;
B.
FAILURE
TO
COMPLY
WITH
INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED
IN
THE OWNER'S
MANUAL;
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
EXPOSURE,
SUCH
AS
FADING
OF
FABRICS
OR
DRAPES,
CARPET
WEAR,
ETC.
4.
NORMAL MAINTENANCE
AND
SERVICE
ITEMS.
SUCH
AS
LIGHT
BULBS.
FUSES.
WIPER
BLADES.
LUBRICANTS.
ETC.
5.
MOTOR
HOMES
ON
WHICH
THE
ODOMETER
READING
HAS
BEEN
ALTERED.
6.
TRANSPORTATION
TO
AND
FROM
DEALER
OR
MANUFACTURING
PLANT
LOCATION,
LOSS
OF
TIME,
INCONVENIENCE,
COMMERCIAL
LOSS,
LOSS
OF
USE,
TOWING
CHARGES,
BUS
FARES,
VEHICLE
RENTAL,
INCIDENTAL
CHARGES
SUCH
AS
TELEPHONE
CALLS
OR
HOTEL
BILLS,
OR
OTHER
INCIDENTAL
OR
CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES.
SOME
STATES
DO
NOT
ALLOW
THE
EXCLUSION
OR
LIMITATION
OF
INCIDENTAL
OR
CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES,
SO
THE
ABOVE
LIMITATION
OR
EXCLUSION
MAY
NOT
APPLY
TO
YOU.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC
LEGAL
RIGHTS,
AND
YOU
MAY
ALSO
HAVE
OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE
TO
STATE.
THEMANUFACTURERIS
NOT
RESPONSIBLEFOR ANY UNDERTAKING,
REPRESENTATIONORWARRANTYMADE
BY
ANY
DEALEROR OTHER PERSON BEYONDTHOSE
EXPRESSLY SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY.
Brand Name:
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MANUFACTURING PLANT:
Model:
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CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS:
Consumer Affairs Department
Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc.
P.O.
Box
7300
Riverside. CA 92513·7300
(800) 854·4755
Serial No.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
Our forest product suppliers have advised that urea-formaldehyde is used
in the production ofparticle board, hardwoodplywoodorpanelingwhich they
supply us and which we utilize in ourfinished product. These suppliers have
requested that we communicate this to our customers.
Foryourinformation, we are reproducing samples of statementswhich have
been provided to us by our suppliers.
WARNING: THIS PRODUCT IS MANUFACTURED WITH UREA-
FORMALDEHYDE RESIN. FORMALDEHYDE VAPOR MAY
IN
SOME
PEOPLE CAUSE HEADACHES, EYE, NOSE AND THROAT IRRITATION,
AND AGGRAVATION
OF
ALLERGIES AND RESPIRATORY PROBLEMS,
SUCH AS ASTHMA. PROPER VENTILATION SHOULD REDUCE THE
RISK
OF
SUCH PROBLEMS.
Champion
International
Corporatio'n
WARNING:
IRRITANT:
THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS A UREA-FORMAL-
DEHYDE RESIN AND MAY RELEASE FORMALDEHYDE VAPORS
IN
LOW CONCENTRATIONS. FORMALDEHYDE CAN BE IRRITATING TO
THE EYES AND UPPER RESPIRATORY SYSTEM OF ESPECIALLY
SUSCEPTIBLE PERSONS SUCH AS THOSE WITH ALLERGIES OR
RESPIRATORY AILMENTS. USE WITH ADEQUATE VENTILATION. IF
SYMPTOMS DEVELOP, CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN.
Georgia~Pacific
Corporation
WARNING: THIS PRODUCT
IS
MANUFACTURED WITH A UREA-
FORMALDEHYDE RESIN AND WILL RELEASE SMALLQUANTITIES OF
FORMALDEHYDE. FORMALDEHYDE LEVELS INTHEINDOORAIR CAN
CAUSE TEMPORARY EYE AND RESPIRATORY IRRITATION, AND MAY
AGGRAVATE RESPIRATORY CONDITIONS OR ALLERGIES. VENTILA-
TION WILL REDUCE INDOOR 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.
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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
Protection Association
and
the
American National Standards Institute.
The
information
and
warnings.
found
here
may
also
be
found
in
other chapters ofthis Owner's
Manual.
Please
see
chapters titled
"LP
GAS SYSTEM"
and
"APPLIANCES" for other safety
and
operating information.
WARNING
LP
GAS
CONTAINERS
SHALL
NOT
BE
PLACED
OR
STORED
INSIDE
THE
VEHICLE.
LP
GAS
CONTAINERS
ARE
EQUIPPED
WITH
SAFETY DEVICES
WHICH
RELIEVE
EXCESSIVE
PRESSURE
BY
DISCHARGING
GAS
TO
THE
ATMOSPHERE.
WARNING
IT
IS
NOT
SAFE
TO
USE
COOKING APPLIANCES
FOR
COMFORT HEATING.
COOKING
APPLIANCES
NEED
FRESH
AIR
FOR
SAFE
OPERATION.
BEFORE
OPERATION:
1.
OPEN
OVERHEAD VENT
OR
TURN
ON
EXHAUST
FAN,
AND
2.
OPEN
WINDOW.
THIS
WARNING
LABEL
HAS
BEEN
LOCATED
IN
THE
COOKING
AREA
TO
REMIND
YOU
TO PROVIDE
AN
ADEQUATE
SUPPLY
OF
FRESH
AIR
FOR
COMBUSTION.
UNLIKE
HOMES,
THE
AMOUNT
OF
OXYGEN SUPPLY
IS
LIMITED
DUE
TO
THE
SIZE
OF
THE
RECREATIONAL
VEHICLE,
AND
PROPER
VENTILATION
WHEN
USING
THE
COOKING APPLIANCE(S) 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
RECREA·
TIONAL 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.
Awarning
label
has
been
located nearthe
LP
gas container. This
label
reads:
DO
NOTFILL 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:
IF
YOU
SMELL GAS:
1.
Extinguish
any
open
flames, pilot lights
and
all smoking materials.
2.
Do
not touch electrical switches.
3.
Shut off
the
gas supply at
the
tank valve(s)
or
gas
supply connection.
4.
Open
doors
and
other ventilating openings.
5.
Leave
the
area until odor clears.
6.
Have
the
gas system checked
and
leakage source corrected before using again.
LP
gas regulators
must
always
be
installed with
the
diaphragm vent facing downward. Regulators that
are
not
in
compartmentshave
been
equipped
with
aprotectivecover. Make surethat regulatorventfacesdownward
and
thecover
is
kept
in
place
to
minimize vent blockage which
could
result
in
excessive gas pressure causing fire or explosion.
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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!
Yourmotorhome hasbeen designedto provide you with
years of carefree, pleasant traveling and vacationing.
Your motorhomeconformswith, orexceeds, theAmeri-
can National Standards InstituteA119.2, CSAStandard
Z-240 (units built for Canada), and applicable Federal
Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. These standards es-
tablish the plumbing, heating, electrical and other re-
quirements for performance and safety. Compliance
with ANSI and CSA standards is indicated by the seal
attached just outside the entry door.
Like all finely crafted equipment, your motor home will
requirecare and regularmaintenance in ordertodeliver
maximum value and performance. The dealer will give
you basic operating and maintenance instructions;
however, supplement this by reading all instructional
material furnished with the motor home
in
the
Owner's
Information Package and ChassiS Operator's Manual.
This information outlines important areas of mainte-
nance and provides a maintenance schedule for you to
follow for safe, trouble free service from your motor
home. Study these instructions carefully before you
operate the motor home for the first time. A good
working knowledgeofyourmotorhomeand howto care
for it will help you enjoy many miles and years of
recreational living.
NOTE: Thismanualdescribesmanyfeatures
of
your
motor home
and
includes instructions for
its safe use. This manual, including photo-
graphs
and
illustrations, is
of
a general nature
only Some equipment
and
features described
or
shown
in
this manual may be optional. Be-
cause
of
the continuous program
of
product
improvement conducted
by
Fleetwood, it is
possible that recentproduct changes may not
be included. The instructions included in this
manualare intendedas a guide,
and
in no way
extendtheresponsibilities
of
themanufacturing
subsidiary, parentcompany
or
affiliatesbeyond
the standard written warranty as presented in
this manual.
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INTRODUCTION
In
this manual, statements preceded by the following
words are of special significance:
"WARNING" means that there is the possibility
of personal injury to yourself and others.
"CAUTION"
means that there
is
the possibility
of damage to the vehicle.
"NOTE"
indicates points of particular interest
for more efficient and convenient operation.
Please pay close attention to these statements while
you read this manual.
NOTE: This product is designed for recrea-
tional use
and
short term occupancy only. It is
notdesigned
or
intended
to
beusedasperma-
nenthousing. Use
of
this productfor long term
or permanent occupancy may lead
to
prema-
ture deterioration
of
interior finishes, fabrics,
carpeting, drapes, appliances
and
fixtures.
Damageordeterioration due to long term occu-
pancy is not be considered normal,
and
will
under the terms
of
the warranty constitute
misuse, abuse,
or
neglect, thereby reducing
your
warranty protection. Before considering
this motorhome for long term occupancy, con-
sult the relevant sections
in
this manual:
If you have any questions regarding operation, mainte-
nance, or service, please contact your dealer immedi-
ately so he can assist you. Your dealer's Service or
Sales Department will handle any normal problems
which might occur.
WARRANTIES
Yourmotorhome iscovered byoneofthe mostcompre-
hensive warranty programs
in
the RV industry. Please
refer to the warranty in the front of this manual. It
explainsyour rights and obligations, aswell asthe rights
and obligations ofthe dealerand manufacturer. Please
read this section carefully.
You
will be betterinformed in
case you have a warranty-related problem, and your
dealerwill be better able to getyou
on
the road again. If
you have any questions about the warranty or what it
does or does not cover, please contact your dealer.
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The materials in your Owner's Information Package
contain warranty information and operating instructions
on
the various appliances and components in your
motorhome. Warrantyregistration cards forthese items
'should
be
filled outand mailed as soon as possible after
you take deliveryofyourmotorhome. If you donot have
operating instructionsfora particularappliance, contact
your dealer.
You will automatically receive an Ownercare Card ap-
proximately 3-4 weeks afterdelivery of your new motor
home. This plasticcard is imprinted with yourname, the
motor home serial number, and manufacturing subsid-
iary location. If your motor home ever needs warranty
service, present this card to the dealer.
The motorhome has been thoroughly inspected before
shipment. Your dealer is responsible for performing a
complete predelivery inspection of the chassis and all
motorhomecomponents as specified
in
the predelivery
checklists supplied by the motor home and chassis
manufacturers. 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 procedure, the
dealer is responsible for road testing the motor home,
noting and correcting any steering problems before
delivery. FLEETWOODAND ITS SUBSIDIARIES WILL
NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR FRONT END ALIGN-
MENT AFTER THIS PREDELIVERY INSPECTION IS
DONE.
You
should return your motorhometo the selling dealer
for warranty service. 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 dealer-
ship, giving them an opportunity to help the
service department resolve the matter for you.
2. If a problem arisesthat has not been resolved to
yoursatisfaction byyourlocal dealer, contactthe
manufacturing subsidiary service facility. The
locations are listed in this manual. Please con-
tact 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
Enterprises,
Inc.
Consumer
Affairs
Department
P.O.
Box
7300
Riverside,
CA
92513-7300
Please include the brand name and serial num-
ber of your motor home. The serial number is
located on the identification tag nextto the entry
door.
4.
Ifyou wish to call for assistance, please use this
toll-free telephone number:
(800) 854-4755
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
Ifyou believe thatyourvehicle has a defectwhich could
causeacrash
or
couldcause injury
or
death, you should
immediately inform the National HighwayTraffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Fleet-
wood Enterprises ConsumerAffairs Department.
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. However, NHTSA cannot become involved
in individual problems between you, your dealer
or
Fleetwood's manufacturing subsidiary.
To
contact NHTSA, you may either call theAuto Safety
Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in
Washington, D.C. area) or write to:
NHTSA
U.S.
Department
of
Transportation
Washington,
D.C. 20590.
You
can also obtain other information about motor
vehicle safety from the Hotline.
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OWNER'S
INFORMATION
PACKAGE
This package contains valuable documents about your
motor home and its equipment and systems. This
Owner's Manual is
in
the package. Since this manual
does not cover every possible detail of equipment and
options installed on
or
in
your motor home, there are
booklets and instructional material
in
the package that
will help you safely operate, maintain and troubleshoot
those items. Be sure you read all this information and
understand the safety and operating instructions in-
cluded
in
the package. Additionally, you must follow all
maintenance instructions to insure full warranty cover-
age. Ifyou everdecideto sell ortradeyour motorhome,
be sure the new owner gets all the material
in
this
package.
FEDERAL
CERTIFICATION
TAG
MANUFACTURED
BY:
DATE
OF
MFR:
INCOMPLETE
VEHICLE
MFD.
BY:
DATE
OF
INC.
VEH.
MFR:
GROSS
VEHICLE
WEIGMT
RATE:
GAWR
FRONT:
WITH:
RIMS
TIRES
AT:
PSI
COLD
SINGLE
GAWR
INTERMEDIATE:
WITH:
RIMS
TIRES
AT:
PSI
COLD
DUAL
GAWR
REAR:
WITH:
RIMS
TIRES
AT:
PSI
COLD
SINGLE
This
vehicle
conforms
to
all
applicable
Federal
Motor
Vehicle
Safety
Standards
In
effect
In:
VEH.
IDENT.
NO.:
TYPE
VEHICLE:
MULTI·PURPOSE
PASSENGER
VEHICLE
The tires
on
this unit
may
be
different from those
shown
above.
Check tire sidewalls for maximum
inflation pressures.
Replacement
tires
must
be
rated
not
less
than
the
axle capacity
(GAWR).
Locatedon
the
leftInteriorsidewall
of
the
motor
home driver compartment.
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CHASSIS
AND
VEHICLE
IDENTIFICATION
Two numbers are used to identify the vehicle and
components used
on
the vehicle. The V.I.N. or Vehicle
Identification Number is the legal identification of the
completed vehicle and is the number of the vehicle
registration. TheV.I.N. isfound on the Federal Certifica-
tion
Tag
located on the left interior sidewall ofthe motor
home driver compartment. Refer to this number when
ordering partsorservicefromthechassisdealerservice
center.
The Fleetwood IdentificationNumber(F.I.N.) isfound on
the Fleetwood Motor Homes tag to the left of the main
entry door
or
on the exterior left front side of the motor
home. Use this number
When
ordering parts through
your Fleetwood dealer or Service Center.
RBEfWcx)[).
MOToR
HOMES
OF
PLAN APPROVAL
NO.
F.I.N.
MFD.ID.
NO.
DAre
OF
MFR. MO:
INC.
MODEL
VR:
Located
to
the
left
of
the
main entry
dooror
on
exteriorleftfrontside
of
the
motor
home.
MOTOR HOME LOADING
Your motor home chassis is designed to carry a certain
maximum load.Thisload includeseverything:theweight
ofthe empty motor home itself, all occupants and their
belongings, fuel, fresh water, waste waterand anything
else that may
be
in
or
attached to the motor home.
The maximum load for which the motor home is de-
signed is called the GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT
RAT-
ING (GVWR). Modifications to your motor home, i.e.,
changing tires or spring load capacities, will not
in
any
way increase the GVWR.
Another critical weight factor is the GROSS AXLE
WEIGHTRATING (GAWR).Thisisthemaximumweight
a specific axle is designed to carry.
Each
axle has its
own GAWR. The GAWR's do not necessarily add up to
the GVWR.
The GVWR and the GAWR for your motor home are
shownon thecertificationtag postedon the driver'sdoor
or
in
the driver's compartment.
WARNING
DO NOT EXCEED THE RATED LOAD OF
THE MOTOR HOME, OR THE RATED LOAD
OF ANYAXLE. EXCEEDING THE GVWR OR
GAWR
OF
YOUR
MOTOR
.HOME
WILL
REDUCE YOUR WARRANTYPROTECTION,
CAN
CAUSE UNDE.SIRABLE HANDLING
CHARACTERISTICS AND MAY CREATE A
SAFETY HAZARD.
In
addition to knowing the overall weight that can be
safely loaded in or attached to the motor home, you
must know how to distribute the weight so that correct
amounts of weight are placed on the axles. The allow-
able carrying capacity of the motor home is found by
weighjng the motor home empty, and subtracting this
weight from the GVWR.
Carrying
Capacity
Duringthe design anddevelopmentof Fleetwood motor
homes, the number and size of storage compartments,
the liquid tank capacities and number of belted seating
positions are maximized for value and convenience. If
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ON THE ROAD
you fill all liquidtanks to capacity, fill all storagecompart-
ments and cupboards to maximum volume and fill all
available seating positions with passengers, the motor
home will
be
overloaded. According to National High-
way Traffic Safety Administration figures, a vehicle
occupant weighs 150 pounds. Additionally, each gallon
ofgasoline weighs six pounds (6.0 Ibs.) and each gallon
of water weighs over eight pounds (8.3 Ibs.).
You
are responsible for analyzing the conditions under
which the motor home will be used for each trip. The
number of passengers and placement of cargo will
affectthe amount of water and cargo that you can carry
(See
"Loading
Tips").
For convenience, the passen-
gercapacity forcamping use and the passengercapac-
ity for day use are shown
on
a permanent label in the
driver's area or adjacent to the main entry .door. The
passenger capacity for camping provides reasonable
cargo capacity for trips taking more than one
day.
The
passenger capacity for day use provides less cargo
capacity for trips or activities not involving overnight
stays. For example, it may
be
necessary
to
reduce the
amount of water carried. and unload some cargo items
normallycarried for camping
in
orderto providecarrying
capacity for the additional day use passengers.
The number ofseat belt locations may
be
greater than
the numberofpassengers permitted bythe label. These
extra locations, if provided, are to permit a choice of
seatswhile travelling.
It
is notsafe to exceedthe labeled
passenger capacity unless the axle loadings and total
weight are c;hecked against their ratings on a public
scale. (See
"Determining
and
Distributing
Your
Load").
Thoughtful consideration of the weight placed in the
motor home can yield important benefits:
Greater choice of seating and storage
Safe operation, including improved handling char-
acteristics and ride comfort
Better fuel mileage and reduced tire wear.
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NOTE: Carryingcapacities
of
yourmotorhome
are specifiedon a label affixed
to
the inside
of
a wardrobe door.
The
labelincludes allfactory
installed options. If other equipment such
as
leveling jacks, awnings, roof pods, etc., are
installed after the motorhome leaves the fac-
tory,
the weight
of
these items must be sub-
tracted from the total
of
the passenger and
cargo carrying capacities. Ifyou tow a trailer,
the tongue weight
of
the trailer must be sub-
tracted from the total
of
the passenger and
cargo carrying capacities.
Loading
Tips
Do not load heavy items
in
upper cabinets.
Secure and brace items
so
theywon't move during
travel, thereby shifting the load.
Do
not load heavy items near either end of the
motor home or on the rear bumper.
Adjustcargostorage
to
keep the sidetoside wheel
loads as equal
as
possible.
Carry only
as
much water
as
needed fortravel use
or to balance the load.
Whenever possible, empty the holding tanks be-
fore traveling.
WARNING
MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE
BY
ADDITION OF RACKS NOT SPECIFIED BY
THE MANUFACTURER TO CARRY ADDI-
TIONAL EQUIPMENT OR VEHICLES WILL
REDUCE YOUR WARRANTY COVERAGE
AND MAY CAUSE INJURY OR PROPERTY
DAMAGE.
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. In-
clude a fire extinguisher, tools, first aid kit, rain gear,
flashlight, highway warning devices, and
an
electric
cord with light.
WARNING
DO NOT STORE OR CARRY LP GAS CON·
TAINERS, GASOLINE, OR OTHER
FLAM·
MABLE
LIQUIDS INSIDE YOUR MOTOR
HOME. THE CONTAINERS MAY LEAK.
Determining
And
Distributing
Your
Motor
Home
Load
If the loaded weight of your motor home exceeds the
GVWR, youwill have
to
remove itemsto bringthe weight
down to or below the GVWR. If the loaded axle weight
on any axle exceeds the GAWR, you will have to
redistribute cargo to bring the weight down to or below
theGAWR.
Weighing
Your Loaded
Motor
Home
Refer to your local directory to locate a public weigh
station. The following weighing procedure will help you
determine whether your loaded motor home (complete
with cargo, fluids, passengers, and driver) is within
GAWR and GVWR limits. When you arrive at a weigh
station, the attendant will guide you through the correct
positioning of the motor home on the scales.
1.Centerthefrontwheelsonthe scale platformand
take a reading. This is the Front Gross Axle
Weight (Reading
I).
2.
Centerthe entire vehicle (all axles) on the scale
and take a reading. This is the Gross Vehicle
Weight (Reading
2).
3.
Center the rear wheels on the platform and take a
reading. This reading is the Rear Gross Axle Weight
(Reading 3).
4.
Compare Reading 2 with the GVWR of your
vehicle.
If
the reading exceeds the GVWR rat-
ing, you will haveto reducethetotal 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 its respective GAWR. If either
exceeds the GAWR, redistribute the load and
reweigh.
Periodically reweigh your motor home. Loading and
weight patterns will change according to use.
TIRES
Your motor home
is
equipped with truck tires. Under
normal circumstances and with proper maintenance,
you should receive thousands of miles of trouble free
service.
Tire
Inflation
For safety and maximum tire life, proper inflation pres-
sure must
be
maintained. Properly inflated tires also
contribute to overall motor home stability and safety.
Refer to the tire section
in
your chassis operator's
manual for information on maintenance, inflation pres-
sure, and tire care.
WARNING
FOR SAFETY AND MAXIMUM TIRE LIFE,
CHECK
TIRE PRESSURES(INCLUDINGTHE
SPARE) OFTEN. PAY SPECIALATTENTION
TO INSIDE REAR DUALS. ALWAYS CHECK
PRESSURE WHEN TIRES ARE COLD, AND
DO NOT BLEEDAIR OUT OF WARM TIRES.
FOLLOW THE TIRE PRESSURE INSTRUC-
TIONS
IN
THE
CHASSIS
OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
NOTE: Check the wheel covers periodically
They could work loose during driving.
Tire Replacement
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Replacement tires must
be
the same size, and have at
least the same weight carrying capacity as the original
equipment. All tires ofthe same size and rating may not
have the same weight carrying capacity. Consult your
tiredealer. Theoriginal equipmenttiressupplied on your
motorhome have weight carrying capacities to support
gross axle weight ratings (GAWR) as stated
on
the
Federal Certification
Tag
located on the sidewall near
the driver's seat.
If
You Get A Flat Tire
In
case of sudden tire failure, avoid heavy brake appli-
cation. Gradually decrease speed. Hold steering wheel
firmly and move slowlyto asafe, off-road place. Parkon
a firm, level spot, turn off the ignition, and turn on the
hazard flasher system.
Spare Tire
Carrier
On
some models, the spare tire carrier is located under
the rear of the motor home between the frame rails.
WARNING
TRUCK
TIRES AND
WHEELS
ARE
EX-
TREMELY HEAVY AND MAY WEIGH 100
POUNDS OR MORE. DO NOTATTEMPT TO
REMOVE THE SPARE TIRE UNLESS YOU
ARECAPABLEOFHANDLINGTHEWEIGHT.
Changing
A Flat Tire
Even with good tire maintenance and normal driving,
you may experience a flat tire. Summon professional
help through your auto club or travel service, or a local
truck service facility. Consult the chassis operator's
manual for additional information on tire inflation and
proper torque.
WARNING
TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY ANDIOR
PROPERTY DAMAGE IF A BLOWOUT OR
OTHER TIRE DAMAGE OCCURS, OBTAIN
EXPERT TIRE SERVICE HELP
..
DO NOT AT·
TEMPT TO CHANGE THE TIRE YOURSELF.
TOWING A VEHICLE
If you expect to pull a vehicle with your motor home,
please use these guidelines when choosing a hitch and
trailer:
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Hitch classification: Class
II.
Do
not use a load equalizing hitch.
It
could cause
structural damage to the frame members.
Limitthetongue weight oftrailerortowing deviceto
a maximum of 250 pounds. Heavier tongue
weights can damage your motor home rear
frame and body, cause unstable driving and
handling characteristics, and will restrict your
rights under the Ownercare warranty.
Do not tow a vehicle weighing more than 3500
pounds, or more than recommended by the
chassis manufacturer, whichever is less. Heav-
ier vehicles can cause braking problems, dam-
agethe
motor home structure or drive train,
cause unstable driving or handling characteris-
tics, and restrict your rights under the Owner-
care warranty. Changing the trailer hitch will not
increase the tow capacity of the motor home
even if the chassis
is
rated at a higher level.
The Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR)
is
listed on the wardrobe door tag. The GCWR
is
themaximum allowableweightofboth the loaded
motor home and towed vehicle. Exceeding the
GCWR will cause damage to your motor home
drive train or chassis, unstable driving and han-
dling characteristics, and will reduce your war-
ranty protection.
SEATS AND SEAT BELTS
Driver/Passenger Seats
The driver's and passenger's seats offer different posi-
tion/comfort adjustments:
WARNING
DO NOT
ADJUST
THE SEAT POSITION
WHILE THE VEHICLE
IS
IN
MOTION. YOU
MAY LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE.
Forward/Back
-The forward/back lever is lo-
cated under the front left of the seat. Pull the
levertowardthe leftoutside
olthe
seattounlock.
Release the lock lever to secure the seat posi-
tion.
Swivel-
Theswivel lock leveris locatedunderthe
front right of the seat. Lift the lever forward and
upto swivel. Theseatlocks
in
thecenter, forward
position. When unlocked, the seat will swivel
freely around to the center position.
Recline-The recliner lever
is
located on the right
arm rest.
Seat
Bells
Seat belts are an important safety feature of your
vehicle. Foryourprotection, always use yourseat belts.
The driver's seat and other seats designed to carry
passengerswhilemoving havebeen equippedwith seat
belts.
WARNING
ALL
RIDERS SHOULD USE SEAT BELTS
WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. NEI-
THERSEATSWITHOUTSAFETYBELTSNOR
BEDS SHOULD BE OCCUPIED WHILE THE
VEHICLE
IS
IN MOTION.
Adjust seat belts
as
follows:
To fasten bell, 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. For greatest
safety, adjust the belt snugly as
Iowan
the
abdomen as comfort will allow.
To release
the
belt, depress the button
in
the
center ofthe 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 seat belts
or
a
child restraint system. Child restraint systems are de-
signed to be secured
in
the vehicle seats by lap belts.
Children could be endangered
in
a crash if their child
restraints are not properly secured
in
the vehicle.
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 theexcesswebbingthroughtheadjust-
ment mechanism.
If the child restraint is still not secure, use a different
seating position
in
the vehicle and/or contact your
dealer and the child restraint manufacturer for help.
DRIVING AND PARKING
Onceyou becomeaccustomlldtothefeel
olthe
controls
and the reference points from the driver's seat, you will
find driving a motor home comparable to driving your
familycar. Becomefamiliarwith the position ofthemotor
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.
Rememberthat your motor home is heavierthan a car,
making it less maneuverable and harder to stop. Also,
becauseofit'sgreaterside surfacearea, it
is
moreeasily
affected by cross winds. Allow extra distances for pass-
ing and stopping, and drive at a moderate speed,
particularly
in
traffic and
in
gusty wind conditions.
Driving on winding or mountain roads is not difficult if
done with reasonable care. Observe proper vehicle
speeds when ascending ordescending hills and always
operate in the propertransmission range. Downshift on
hillstoavoid overheating orundue engine loads. Down-
shift when descending grades. Engine braking power
will help control vehicle speed, and relieve some of the
strain on the brakes.
Mountain driving or desert temperatures can put ex-
treme demands
on
drive train components -especially
the transmission. Under extreme heat conditions you
may need to turn off the vehicle air conditioner to
improve engine and transmission cooling.
Be aware ofthe extra height ofyourmotorhome. Check
for low hanging tree branches or other obstructions
wheneveryou drive or park. Avoid low overhangs when
pulling
in
for service. Always check overhead clear-
ances ofoverpasses and bridges. This may
be
particu-
larly importantifyou drive with the overhead ventsopen
or
if the motor home is equipped with a roof air condi-
tioner, roofrack, CB
orTV
Iradioantenna. Before leaving
on atrip, check your route. Some tunnels prohibit motor
homes with
LP
gas systems.
When parking parallel to a curb,
be
sure to allow for
polesorobstructionsas the front and rearportionsofthe
motor home swing wider than an automobile. When
parking on
an
incline, turn the front wheel into the curb
in the direction ofthe roll to aid the parking brake. When
parking, alwaysshiftthetransmissionto PARK("P") and
set the parking brake, if applicable.
WARNING
DO
NOT
PARKOR IDLE THE MOTOR HOME
OVER COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS SUCH
AS TAU,. GRASS OR DRIED LEAVES. THIS
IS PARTICULARLY IMPORTANT IF THE EX-
HAUSTSYSTEM
HAS NOT BEEN PROP-
ERLY MAINTAINED. COMBUSTIBLE MATE-
RIALS MAY CATCH FIRE FROM
HOT
EX-
HAUST GASES, SOOT OR SPARKS THAT
COULD ESCAPE THROUGH CORROSION
HOLES OR CRACKS.
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If
operating, parking
or
idling your vehicle off-road is
unavoidable, as is often the case in recreational use:
Be aware that combustible materials could catch
fire from the vehicle's hot exhaust system.
Keep a fire extinguisher handy.
Avoid driving your vehicle through or over com-
bustible materials such as leaves, grass, vege-
tation or stubble high enough to touch, catch or
collect on its hot exhaust system.
Parking
or
idling should be done only in an area
where there are no combustible materialsunder
the vehicle.
FUEL AND FUEL SYSTEMS
See the Chassis Operator's Manual in the Owner's
Information Package for fuel recommendations. The
optional generator is designed to
run
on the same fuel
asthe chassis. Consult the generatoroperating instruc-
tionsforspecial cautions about maintenancewith differ-
ent types of fuels.
Fuel Fill
Thefuel filler cap is locatedtoward the rearofthecoach.
Modernfuel systemsmaybuild upvaporpressurewithin
the tank as the gasoline warms during use
or
hot
weather. Under certain conditions, sudden release of
this pressure when removing the gasoline cap can
cause gasoline to spray from the fill opening, creating a
fire hazard.
WARNING
WHEN REMOVING THE GASOLINE CAP,
ROTATE SLOWLY ONLY FAR ENOUGH
TO
ALLOW PRESSURE TO RELEASE. AFTER
"HISSING"SOUNDSTOPS,COMPLETETHE
REMOVAL OF THE
CAP.
To
protectthegasolinesystem from excessive pressure
orvacuum, orfrom sudden release of pressure, replace
lost caps with caps of the same design which are
available from your Fleetwood motor home dealer.
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
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sophisticated and highly engineered to meet Federal
and State emissions standards. They are also some-
times sensitive to fuel types and blends, particularly
fuels blended for certain altitudes and climates. Fuel
suppliers provide customers with the correct fuel for
their location and seasonal conditions. Sometimes,
though, fuel blended for winter is supplied during sum-
mer months.
"Vaporlock"occurswhen gasolinevaporizes, andvapor
pockets block the flow of liquid fuel to the engine. If you
experience engine stall
or
stutter, you may be experi-
encing vapor lock.
If your engine and fuel system are properly tuned and
maintained, you should not experience this problem. If
vaporlock occurs, the fuel itselfcould be the cause. Ifat
all possible, checkwith theservicestation operatorasto
the fuel blend before filling your fuel tank. If you pur-
chaseyourfuel from nationally recognized fuel dealers,
yourchances ofvaporlock can be reduced. If you store
your motor home during the winter months, be aware
that when you take the vehicle out of storage
in
the
spring orsummer, winterfuel maycausevaporlock until
it is consumed.
GENERAL CHASSIS TOPICS
Variable Speed Engine Fan
When the engine is under load or requires maximum
cooling, the engine fan adjusts and turns faster. The fan
may become very noisy at high speed and when maxi-
mum cooling is required. High speed fan noise can
sometimesbe misinterpreted astransmission slippage.
This is not the case. High engine speed and tempera-
ture conditions, such as pulling away from a stop after
long freeway driving, can cause loud fan noise until the
engine cools down. This fan noise indicatesthatthefan
is doing what
it
is supposed to do. This noise is not a
defect in the fan or the transmission.
Exhaust System Heat
Yourmotorhome engine has been'designedtoconform
to Federal and State emission requirements.
To
meet
these requirements, engineoperatingtemperaturesare
high.As a result, the engineand exhaustsystem radiate
a great deal of heat
Special heat shields are built into your motor home to
protectwiring and othercomponentsfrom possible heat
damagecaused bythe exhaust system. Do not remove
these shields, modifythe exhaust system, or add addi-
tional equipment, such as wiring, plumbing, or other
components, which will be affected by exhaust system
heat.
CARBON MONOXIDE
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Carbon monoxide is a colorless, tasteless, odorless
gas. It is a by-product
of
combustion in engines. The
engines
in
your motor home and generator system
produce it constantly while they are running. CARBON
MONOXIDE IS DEADLY. Please read and understand
the following precautions to protect yourself and others
from the effects of carbon monoxide poisoning.
WARNING
EXHAUST GASES ARE DEADLY.
DO
NOT
BLOCK THE TAILPIPES OR SITUATE THE
VEHICLE
IN
APLACEWHERETHEEXHAUST
GASES HAVE ANY POSSIBILITY OF ACCU-
MULATING
EITHER
OUTSIDE,
UNDER-
NEATH, ORINSIDEYOUR VEHICLE
OR
ANY
NEARBY VEHICLES. OUTSIDE AIR MOVE-
MENTS CAN CARRY EXHAUST GASES IN-
SIDE THE VEHICLE THROUGH WINDOWS
OROTHEROPENINGS REMOTE FROM THE
EXHAUST
OUTLET.
OPERATE
THE
ENGINE(S)ONLYWHEN SAFE DISPERSION
OF
EXHAUST GASES CAN BE ASSURED,
AND MONITOR OUTSIDE CONDITIONS TO
BE SURE THAT EXHAUST CONTINUES TO
BE DISPERSED SAFELY.
Beware of exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) poisoning
symptoms:
Dizziness
Vomiting
Nausea
Muscular Twitching
Intense Headache
Throbbing in Temples
Weakness and Sleepiness
Inability to Think Coherently
If
you
or
others experience any
of
these symptoms, get
out into the fresh air immediately.
If
symptoms persist,
seek medical attention. Shut down the unit and do not
operate until it has been inspected and repaired.
WARNING
DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES
OPERATE
ANY
ENGINE WHILE SLEEPING.
You
would not be able to monitor outside conditions to
assure that engine exhaust does not enter the interior,
and you would not be alert to exhaust odors
or
symp-
toms of carbon monoxide poisoning.
t
Do
not operate an engine with a damaged exhaust
system. Check the system frequently for damage. Do
not under any circumstances modify the exhaust
systems(s)
in
any way.
Carbon
Monoxide
Detector
Your motor home is equipped with a carbon monoxide
(CO) detector. Usually located
in
the main sleeping
area, it is designed to alert you to the presence of CO
gas. Test the CO detector after the motor home has
been
in
storage, before each trip, and at least once a
weekduring use. Replace the sensorand battery when
necessary. Do not replace the battery without replacing
the sensor. Sensors may be obtained through your
Fleetwood dealer. Please referto the operating instruc-
tions included
in
your Owner's Information Package.
EMERGENCY TOWING
Consult your chassis operator's manual for information
on safe and approved towing procedures. Most tow
truckoperators willing and able to tow motorhomes will
be familiar with these procedures. Be prepared to give
the tow truck operator at leastthe following information
when you call:
Length and height of motor home
Chassis manufacturer
Gross vehicle weight rating
CAUTION
DO NOT TOW THE MOTOR HOME FROM
THEREAR.TOWING FROM THEREAR
WILL
CAUSE SERIOUS OVERLOADING OF THE
FRONT TIRES AND SUSPENSION, POSSI-
BLY RESULTING IN TIRE OR FRONT SUS-
PENSION
FAilURE.
THE REAR FRAME EX-
TENSIONS ARE NOT DESIGNED TO WITH-
STAND THE
lOADS
IMPOSED
BY
liFTING
FROM THE REAR.
The vehicle must be towed from the front, either on the
rear wheels (if operational) or on a heavy duty dolly,
or
transported on a flat bed trailer. Consult your chassis
owner's manual.
To
prepare your motor home for towing:
1.
Secure any loose or protruding parts of the
disabled vehicle.
2.
Secure any heavy, loose items
in
the interior.
3.
Turn off
LP
gas appliances and the
LP
gas tank
valve.
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4.
Do not allow any person to ride
in
the towed
vehicle.
ATTACHING ACCESSORIES TO
YOUR MOTOR HOME
The walls
in
your motor home are constructed with
Vacu-bond® lamination technology. Structral members
are located specifically to mount and attach factory
installed components and accessories, and maynot be
located to support after-market accessories notspecifi-
cally designed for use on or
in
your motor home.
Please consult with your dealer before attempting to
install or mount accessories on the sidewalls of your
motor home. Holes drilled
in
the sidewall may cause
damage, and may affect portions of your warranty
coverage.
ENGINE TEMPERATURE GAUGES
Engine temperature gauges have been calibrated to
indicate a midrange reading as the "normal" operating
temperature. The reason for this
is
that many owners
perceive2120 Fasthe boiling point. However, this is not
the case
in
an enginewith apressurized cooling system
and a coolant mixture of glycol and water. As a motor
home owner,
be
aware that the gauge is intended to
provide awarning ofany rapid change
in
engine coolant
temperature from the "normal" reading of the gauge
rather than an absolute temperature reading.
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