Fleetwood Southwind eagle 1 1984 User manual

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1984

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 Systemn and "Appliances" for other safety
and operating information.
WARNING:
LP GAS CONTAINERS SHALL NOT BE PLACED OR STORED INSIDE THE
VEHICLE. LP GAS CONTAINERS ARE EQUIPPED WITH SAFETY DEVICES
WHICH RELIEVE EXCESSIVE PRESSURE
BY DISCHARGING GAS TO THE
ATMOSPHERE.
WARNING:
IT IS NOT SAFE TO USE COOKING APPLIANCES FOR COMFORT HEATING.
COOKING APPLIANCES NEED FRESH AIR FOR SAFE OPERATION. BEFORE
OPERATION:
1. OPEN OVERHEAD VENT OR TURN ON EXHAUST FAN, AND
2. OPEN WINDOW.
THIS WARNING
LABEL HAS BEEN LOCATED IN THE COOKING AREA TO
REMIND YOU TO PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF FRESH AIR FOR
COMBUSTION. UNLIKE HOMES, THE AMOUNT OF OXYGEN SUPPLY IS
LIMITED DUE TO THE SIZE OF THE RECREATIONAL VEHICLE, AND PROPER
VENTILATION WHEN USING THE COOKING APPLIANCES(S) WILL AVOID
DANGERS OF ASPHYXIATION. IT IS ESPECIALLY 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
CAPACTIY.
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 011 the gas supply at the tank valve(s) or gas supply connection.
4. Open doors and other ventilating openings.
5. Leave the area until odor clears.
6. Have the gas system checked and leakage source corrected before using
again.
LP gas regulators must always be Installed with the diaphragm vent facing
downward. Regulators that are not
In compartments have been equipped
with a protective cover. Make sure that regulator vent faces downward and
the cover Is kept
In place to minimize vent blockage which could result In
excessive gas pressure causing fire or explosion.

INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the recreational vehicle lifestyle and the growing
family of motor home owners. We sincerely thank you for
choosing our product.
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 a guide to operating prodedures so that you
can obtain optimum performance from those features. Like all
finely crafted equipment, your motor home will require care
and regular maintenance in order to retain its maximum
performance characteristics. This manual, along with the
information provided in your Owner's Information Kit and the
Chassis Operator's Manual provided by the chassis manufacturer,
outlines important areas of maintenance and provides a
maintenance schedule that you should follow to ensure safe,
trouble-free service from your motor home. Study these
instructions carefully. A good working knowledge of your
motor home and how to care for it will help you enjoy many
miles of recreational pleasure.
Your motor home has been designed to conform with, or exceed
the American National Standards Institute A119.2, NFPA 501 C,
Canadian CSA Standard Z-240 (Canadian-buill or units built for
Canada), and lor applicable motor home standards. These
standards establish 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.
The motor home has been thoroughly inspected before
shipment. It is the duty of your dealer to inspect the motor home
and to prepare it for you during the predelivery phase of the sale.
He will instruct you in its basic use; however, this should be
supplemented by your reading all instructional material furnished
with the motor home. II, after taking delivery of your new motor
home, you feel it requires additional conditioning or adjustment,
please return it to your dealer as soon as possible.
II you have any questions regarding operation, maintenance, or
service, please contact your dealer immediately so he can assist
you. Customer service is of utmost importance to your dealer as
well as to the manufacturer. Your dealer's service or sales
department will promptly handle any problem which might occur.
II, for some reason, a problem is not handled to your satisfaction:
1. Discuss any warranty-related problems directly with the
General Manager or the Owner of the dealership, giving
him an opportunity to help his service department resolve
the matter for you.
2. Should a problem arise 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 plant nearest you.

3. If these efforts have not satisfactorily solved your problem,
please send a letter describing the circumstances to:
Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc., P.O. Box 7300, Riverside,
California, 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: [phone]
From outside California: [phone]
"WARNING" means that there is the pos-
sibility of personal injuryto
yourself and others. Thank you for choosing our product. Your dealer and we, the manufacturer will continually strive to merit your confidence.
"CAUTION" means that there is the pos-
sibility of damage to the
vehicle.
NOTE: Some equipment and features described or shown in this
manual may be optional
at extra cost.
"NOTE" indicates points of particular
interest for more efficient and
convenient operation.
Please pay close attention to these state-
ments while you read this manual.
NOTE
This product is designed for recreational use
and short term occupancy only. It is not de-
signed 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, car-
peting, and drapes. Damage or deterioration
due to long term occupancy may not be con-
sidered normal, and may, under the warranty
terms, constitute misuse, abuse,
or neglect,
and may therefore reduce your warranty pro-
tection. This manual contains a discussion of
long term occupancy problems. Please refer
to that section before considering this product
for long term occupancy.
NOTICE
Your selling dealer is responsible for performing a
complete predelivery inspection
of the chassis and all
motor home components as specified
in the predelivery
checklists supplied by Fleetwjloll and the chassis
manufacturer. You should receive a copy of these
Icompleted checklists from your dealer when your motor
home is delivered to you.
FRONT END ALIGNMENT
As a part of the predelivery inspection procedure, the
dealer is to road test the motor home, noting and
correcting any steering performance problems before
delivery to the retail customer.
Therefore, Fleetwood and its subsidiaries will not be
responsible for front end alignment after this required
predelivery inspection is made.
A Few Words On Energy
...
To all of us who drive cars or trucks, or heat
and cool homes and businesses, very little
needs to be said about energy. Discussions
of
the topic often lead to the question, 'What can
be done to save our natural energy resources?"
There is no single simple answer. To some,
energy-efficiency is a problem. Fleetwood
thinks of energy conservation
as an opportunity
to research new ideas, while giving you the
best
in recreational living. Space-age
technology has given us lightweight, but strong
and attractive materials.
Sophisticated manufacturing techniques offer
the best in time and energy management to
bring you a motor home that has saved energy
even before you drive it away. It's "energy-
efficient engineering." But we want you to be
involved, too. And to help you, we've included
energy-saving tips throughout this Owner's
Manual. Whenever you see this symbol take a
..
second to read the few words beside it. Try ..
these and other ideas to save energy. And then
put the ideas to work. We're sure you'll feel a
lot better about your next outing.
Fleetwood is thinking about energy.
And we're helping.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
PLANNING AND PREPARATION ......... .
VEHICLE LOADING AND WEIGHING CAPACITY
READY TO LEAVE ...
Starting and Warm-up.
Safety Belts . . . .
ON THE ROAD .....
Driving and Parking . .
Miscellaneous Safety Tips
Carbon Monoxide Safety Precautions
Overheating ............. .
Windshield Defrost -Comfort Control .
12-Volt Fuse Replacement
Tires
.............. .
Changing a Flat Tire . . . . . .
Required Tools
and Equipment
Changing a Front Wheel . .
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Changing a Rear Wheel . . . .
Auxiliary Start System (Optional) .
Towing
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Lifting Procedure. . . . . . . . .
SERVICING ............ .
Motor Home Chassis Operato(s Manual
Engine Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery Service
............. .
Generator Power Plant System Service .
Automotive Air Conditioner (Optional)
INTERIOR AND FURNISHINGS
Pull-out (Lounge) Beds ...
Spring-Balanced Bunk Beds
Pedestal Seats. . . . . . .
Swing-down Dinette Table
Storage ........ .
Free-standing Furniture . .
Storm Windows . . . . . .
Effects of Prolonged Occupancy .
Recognizing Condensation Symptons
Controlling Moisture Condensation . .
Smoke Detector . . . . . . . . . . . .
LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GAS SYSTEM
Using LP Gas System at Low Temperatures.
Filling the
LP Gas Tanks. . .
LP Gas System Leak Checks
LP Gas Safety Precautions.
PLUMBING ....... .
Fresh Water . . . . . . . .
External Water Supply
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Filling Fresh Water Supply
Troubleshooting Water System
Sanitizing Water Tank.
Waste-water System. . . . . .
Waste-water Draining . . . . .
Do's
and Don'ts -Waste Tanks
Winterizing the Water System
Winter Storage Checklist . . . . .
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ELECTRICAL . . . . . . . . . . .
115-Volt System Power Cord
Ground Fault Interrupter
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12-Volt System
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115-Volt
AC to 12-Volt DC Converter.
Fuses
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Auxiliary Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . .
Auxiliary Generator Power Plant (Optional)
Generator Power Plant Safety Precautions
ACCESSORIES ................ .
TV Antenna (Optional) .......... .
AM/FM Stereo RadiolTape Player (Optional)
APPLIANCES. . . . . . . . . .
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LP Gas Appliances . . . . . . .
Roof Air Conditioner (Optional) .
CARE
AND MAINTENANCE
Interior Cleaning . . . .
Windows
....... .
Locksets and Latches .
Plumbing
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Fire Safety . .
Exterior Care .
Repairs
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INFORMATION FOR DIESEL OWNERS.
Diesel Fuel Requirements
Starting the Diesel Engine . . . . . . .
Auxiliary Starting. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Oil and Filter Recommendations
Auxiliary Generator Power Plant Safety Precautions .
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FULL ONE-YEAR/15,OOO MILE
.... -- WARRANTY ---
FOR MOTOR HOMES MANUFACTURED BY SUBSIDIARIES OF FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES, INC.
COVERAGE PROVIDED
SOLD IN THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA
CHASSIS WARRANTED SEPARATELY BY ITS MANUFACTURER
see CHASSIS WARRANTY FOR DETAilS
Your new motor home, including the structure, plumbing, haating and electrical systems, and all appliances and equipment installed by the
manufacturer, Is warranted under normal use to be frea from manufacturing defects in material or woJkmanship.
This warranty extends to the first retail purchaser and his trans"'aree(s) and begins on the data of original retail delivery or the date the motor
home is first placed into service as a rental, commercial or demonstrator unit (whichever occurs first). This warranty extends for a period
of one year from such dale or until the unit has received 15,000 total miles 01 use as determined by the mileage shown on the odometer
(whichever occurs Ilrst). Written notice 01 defects must be given to the seHing dealer or the manufacturer not later than len (10) days after
the expiration
of the applk:ab!e warranty. Werranty repairs, If requIred, w111 be made without charge after your motor home Is taken
to the dealer or manufacturIng plant location.
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, stc.) will be performed by the dealer during the first
90 days of warranty coverage. Thereafter, such adjustments ars the respoosibifrty of the owner as normal maintenance unless required as
a direct result of repair
or replacement of a defective part under this warranty.
II a problem occurs which the owner befieves is covered by this warranty, the owner shall contact the SELLING DEALER, or other authorized
dealer, gMog him sufficient Information
to resolve the matter. The owner shall derIVer 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 pre.oelivery
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 this 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
01 notice 01 a daim, 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 acllon as may be required.
WHEN THE MANUFACTURING PLANT DOES NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM
If
the representatives of the manufacturing plant are unab!e to resolve the problem and the owner is convinced that it is covered by this warranty.
the owner should call the toll-free nimber listed below to describe the problem and the attempts made to resolve it.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:
1. THE CHASSIS (INCLUDING THE ENGINE, TRANSMISSION, STEERING MECHANISM, BRAKES, FRAME, ETC.). TIRES AND BAT-
TERIES, WHICH ARE COVERED
BY THE SEPARATE WARRANTIES OF THE RESPECTIVE MANUFACTURERS OF THESE COMPO-
NENTS.
2. DAMAGE CAUSED BY OR RELATED TO:
A. ACCIDENTS, MISUSE, OR NEGLIGENCE;
B. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH INSTAUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THE OWNEA·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. EXTRA EXPENSES SUCH AS TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM DEALER OR MANUFACTURING PLANT LOCATION, LOSS
OF TIME, LOSS OF PAY, LOSS OF USE OF THE VEHICLE, INCONVENIENCE, COMMERCIAL LOSS, TOWING CHARGES, BUS
FARES, VEHICLE RENTAL, INCIDENTAL CHARGES SUCH AS TELEPHONE CALLS OR LODGING BILLS,
OR OTHER INCIDEN·
TAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (OTHER THAN INJURY TO THE PERSON).
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION
OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DMIIAGES, 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.
DEALERS
OR ANY OTHER PERSONS ARE NOT AUTHORIZED TO MAKE MODIFICATIONS TO THIS WARRANTY. ANY ADDITIONAL STATE-
MENTS CONCERNING THIS WARRANTY, WHETHER ORAL
OR WRITIEN, ARE NOT THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE MANUFACTURER AND
SHOULD NOT BE RELIED UPON.
Brand Name ~~~~ ___ ~ __ ~ __ Model ~~ ______ Serial No. ~ __ . ___ _
MANUFACTURING
PLANT: CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS:
Consumer Affairs Department
Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc,
P.O. Box 7300
Riverside, California 92523
From California [phone]
From Outside of California [phone] Printed
In USA

1. Refrigerator vent 6. Lighted entry assist handle
2. Air conditioner 7. Refrigerator vent/access
3. Storage compartment 8. Patio receptacle
4. Storage compartment 9. Storage compartment
5. Entry step 10. Fuel
fiJI pipe
11. Generator access
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12. Range hood vent 17. Furnace vents
13. Plumbing vent 18. City water connection
14. Plumbing vent 19. Water tank fill
15. Holding tank discharge valves 20. Storage compartment
16. Water heater access 21.
LP Tank access

Camping trips and recreational living can
save more energy (and money) than you
think. Turn your home living systems
(heating, air conditioning, etc.)
to
minimum while you're gone. If you plan
an extended trip, turn unneeded systems
completely off. An unoccupied house
doesn't need
to consume as much energy
as an occupied one. So remember to "turn
you r house off".
WARNING
TURN OFF ALL PILOT LIGHTS AND AP-
PLIANCES INDIVIDUALLY DURING RE-
FUELING OF MOTOR FUEL TANKS ANDIOR
PERMANENTLY MOUNTED LP-GAS CON-
TAINERS.
WHEN NOT INDIVIDUALLY TURNED OFF,
AUTOMATIC IGNITION APLIANCES MAY
CONTINUE TO SPARK WHEN LP GAS IS
TURNED OFF AT THE CONTAINER.
PLANNING
AND
PREPARATION
1
Plan your trip and organize all preparations before you leave.
Proper preparation is the key to getting the most enjoyment from
your motor home.
Plan your route carefully. Consult maps and guidebooks.
Become aware beforehand of road conditions, campsite
availability, or other circumstances.
BE SURE ALL EQUIPMENT
IS SERVICED AND READY FOR
TRAVEL Check the following items:
a. Check all fluids including:
Motor home engine crankcase oil
Transmission fluid
Power steering fluid
Radiator recovery system reservoir level
Master cylinder brake fluid
Electrolyte level of main and auxiliary batteries
Windshield washer reservoir level
b. Inspect wheel lugs for tightness. See Chassis Operator's
Manual for torque specifications. Examine all tires for road
damage, then inflate to the proper pressures as
recommended
in the Chassis Operator's Manual. Check
spare lire pressure.
In using your Chassis Operator's Manual,
note that tire pressures are given for cold tires used under
normal driving and load conditions.
c. Check oil level in the generator power plant (if installed).
Refer to instructions and maintenance manual provided by
the generator manufacturer for other pre-use service
requirements applicable to this equipment. Check that extra
oil and other service supplies are provided for the generator
power plant if the motor home is to be used for extended
periods.
d. Check that jack, jack handle, and lug wrench are properly
stowed. NOTE: The chassis lug wrench may not fit the spare
tire bolts. Be sure you have the proper size wrench to
remove the spare tire.
e. Check that the 115-volt power cord is properly stowed in its
compartment. A power supply cord adapter will be required in
some camping areas.
Be sure to use adapters Which provide
proper electrical ground.
f. Check that a serviceable'fire extinguisher is secured in the
mounting bracket.
g. Verify that all items you plan to take are on board.
NOTE: Be sure the weight of passengers, equipment, and
supplies does not cause your motor home to exceed
axle loads and overall vehicle loads for which it was
designed. If
in doubt, weight the vehicle at a public
scale. See paragraph
on "WEIGHING".
h. Check that accessories, such as a sewer hose with the
necessary fittings and a water supply line (such as garden-
hose type approved for 125 psi) are on board.
i. Fill fresh water tank, if required. (Refer to Plumbing Section.)
j. Start refrigerator a day ahead of time. Refrigerator will stay
cold for several hours after being turned OFF while traveling.
Be sure to relight it when parked at your campsite.

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SEWER HOSE
CAUTION
BE SURE THE WEIGHT OF PASSENGERS
EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES DOES
NOT'
CAUSE YOUR MOTOR HOME TO EXCEED
AXLE LOADS AND OVERALL VEHICLE
LOADS FOR WHICH
IT WAS DESIGNED,
IF
IN DOUBT, WEIGH THE VEHICLE AT A
PUBLIC SCALE, SEE "VEHICLE LOADING
AND WEIGHING PAGE 4,"
Check to see that drain-line cap and holding-tank knife valve(s)
are closed and secured. Add a holding-tank chemical to a few
gallons of water in your body-waste holding tank. (Refer to
Plumbing Section.)
Check all headlights, stop lights, running lights, turn signals and
mirrors.
Put motor home contents
in "travel condition".
a. Secure any loose objects which could shift while traveling.
b. Secure refrigerator contents (place lids on all containers
holding liquids, for example) then secure locking latch on
refrigerator door.
c. Be sure all cabinets have the contents secured and the doors
latched.
d. Be sure all exterior doors are closed and locked.
Adjust the driver's seat to the most comfortable position, then
adjust the side-view mirrors for maximum visibility. Keep a 9/16"
wrench (or adjustable wrench) handy for periodic mirror
adjustment or tightening.
Fill the fueltank(s). Your motor home is designed to use only the
fuel recommended in the Chassis Operator's Manual.
Fill the liquid petroleum gas (LPG) fuel tank(s) if required.
Check for spare fuses of every size used in the vehicle. (See
Electrical Section).
Take the time before leaving
to become familiar with the
instrument control panel and the operation of all items in the
driver compartment. Check all instruments to verify that
equipment is working. The cruise control (optional) is located on
the turn indicator handle. The emergency flasher control
is
located on the right side of the steering column. Refer to the
Chassis Operator's Manual
or individual instructions from
equipment manufacturers for operation of equipment, both
standard and optional.
Keep the Chassis Operator's Manual (provided in your Owner's
Information Kit) handy. It contains valuable reference information.

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1. Cruise control (on turn signal lever)
2. Speedometer
3. Odometer
4. Fuel,
temp, charge indicators
5. Radio/stereo
6. Generator
hour meter
7. Generator remote
start/stop switch
8. Heater/defroster controls
9. Lighter
10. Entry step remote switch
11. Ignition switch
12. Parking brake lever

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WARNING
EXCEEDING THE GAWR OR GVWR OF
YOUR MOTOR HOME CAN CAUSE UN-
DESIRABLE HANDLING CHARACTER-
ISTICS AND MAY CREATE A SAFETY
HAZARD. MODIFICATION OF YOUR
VEHICLE BY ADDITION OF RACKS NOT
SPECIFIED BY THE MANUFACTURER TO
CARRY ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT OR
VEHICLES IS NOT RECOMMENDED AND
MAY ADVERSELY AFFECT YOUR
WARRANTY RIGHTS.
WARNING
DO NOT EXCEED 250 POUNDS HITCH
WEIGHT OR 3500 POUNDS GROSS
TRAILER WEIGHT. UNSAFE HANDLING
CHARACTERISTICS WILL RESULT, FRAME
AND POWER TRAIN MAY BE DAMAGED,
AND YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS MAY BE
ADVERSELY AFFECTED.
DO NOT EXCEED CHASSIS MANUFAC·
TURER'S LIMITATIONS ON TOWING
WEIGHT.
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Every pound of extra weight means extra
gasoline consumption. Don't carry any
more than you need.
VEHICLE LOADING
AND WEIGHING
Your motor home is designed to carry the loads defined by the
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) and gross Vehicle Weight
Rating (GVWR) shown on the certification tag posted on the
driver's door jamb. These ratings are for a fully-loaded vehicle
including passengers and normal belongings.
Periodically weigh the fully-loaded motor home including driver,
passengers, cargo, and trailer (if any) at a public scale to
determines axle loads. Use the following procedure or any other
method recommended by the scale operator which correctly
determines weight values. Keep the vehicle as level as possible
during all measurements.
1. Run the front wheels onto the scale platform and obtain a
reading. (This first value is the front axle Gross Axle
Weight.)
2. Next, place the entire vehicle (both axles) on the scale and
obtain a reading. (This second value is Gross Vehicle
Weight.)
3. Drive forward until only the rear axle is on the platform and
obtain a reading. (This third reading is rear axle Gross Axle
Weight.)
4. Compare reading 2 with the GVWR of your vehicle. If this
reading exceeds the GVWR rating, it will be necessary to
reduce total vehicle load.
5. If reading 2 is less than the GVWR of your vehicle, check
readings 1 and 3 to verify that each is less than the GAWR
on the certification tag. If either exceeds the GAWR for the
axle, redistribute enough equipment from front to back or
back to front to ensure that loads on front and rear axles are
within the required limit.
Check vehicle weight periodically to obtain optimum mileage
from tires and improve handling. Tires should always be inflated
as recommended in the Chassis Manufacturer's Instructions. See
your Chassis Operator's Manual.

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Avoid idling, When an engine idles it is
getting zero miles per gallon. If you must
stand for more than one minute, it's more
efficient to turn the engine off and restart it
again.
WARNING
BEFORE MOTOR HOME IS PUT IN MOTION,
FASTEN SEAT BELTS
AND DO NOT ALLOW
PASSENGERS TO OCCUPY ANY SEAT
OR BED THAT IS NOT EQUIPPED WITH
A SEAT BELT.
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READY TO LEAVE
The following suggestions may be helpful when you are ready to
leave.
STARTING AND WARMUP
For best results, follow the recommendations in your Chassis
Operator's Manual when starting or operating your engine.
NOTE: Be sure transmission is in "P" park and parking brake is
engaged to keep the motor home from rolling. If the
parking brake needs adjustment, see the Chassis
Operator's Manual for adjustment instructions.
SAFETY BELTS
Seat belts are an important safety feature of your vehicle. For
your protection, fasten all belts while your motor home is in
motion. The driver's seat and all other seats designed to carry
passengers while under way have been equipped with lap belts.
NOTE: 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
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. Do not occupy beds while
traveling.
Adjust seat belts as follows:
• 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. Pull the loose end of the belt to tighten.
• To release the belt, depress the button in the center of the
buckle and slide the tongue out of the buckle.
Adjust the belt as low on the abdomen and as snug as comfort
will allow, for greatest safety. Never use a belt for more than one
person at a time.
If your belts have been equipped with
retractors, be sure belt is pulled all the way out
of the retractor.

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Always observe the speed limit.
Remember that for every 10 miles over
50 miles per hour,you could be using
between 10% -15% more fuel.
Drive at an easy pace, avoiding jackrabbit
starts. Try to pace your driving to avoid
red lights.
Under-inflated tires can cause a 2% loss in
fuel for every pound of pressure under the
recommended pressure.
•
Misaligned wheels cause drag that robs fuel
economy. If you see uneven tire wear,
have front-end alignment checked.
ON THE ROAD
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, observing all speed and
safety regulations. The best cruising 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 difficult 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 driving factors are
sometimes unpredictable, and mountain 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. 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, or TV/radio/CB antenna.
When parking parallel to a curb, be sure to allow for poles
or obstructions as the front and rear portions of the motor
home swing wider than an automobile. When parking on an
incline, turn the front wheels into the curb in the direction of
the roll to aid the parking brake. Always shift the transmission
to PARK (P) and set the parking brake when parking.
MISCELLANEOUS 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, if pOSSible, 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

WARNING
EXHAUST GASSES ARE DEADLY. DO
NOT BLOCK THE TAIL PIPE OR SITUATE
THE VEHICLE IN A PLACE WHERE
THE EXHAUST GASES HAVE ANY
POSSIBILITY OF ACCUMULATING OUT-
SIDE, UNDERNEATH, OR INSIDE THE
VEHICLE. OPERATE ENGINE ONLY
WHEN SAFE DISPERSION OF EXHAUST
GASSES CAN BE ASSURED.
DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES
OPERATE THE ENGINE WHILE SLEEP-
ING!
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• Allow extra distances for passing and stopping.
• While traveling, make sure all occupants use their seatbelts.
• While traveling, make sure all doors are closed and that
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 and smoke 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 inside dual could lead to a
tire fire that would
be extremely dillicultto extinguish. Make it
a habit to check tire pressures before each trip, and when
refueling give each tire a sharp rap on the tread surface with
a piece
of pipe or similar object. Properly inflated tires
produce a "bung"
sound when rapped. If the tire is flat, the
s.ound will be a dull '1hud".
CARBON MONOXIDE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Carbon monoxide is a colorless, tasteless, odorless gas. It
is a by-product of combustion in the engine. 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 ellects
of carbon monoxide poisoning.
• Exhaust gases are deadly. Do not block the tail pipe
or situate the vehicle in a place where the exhaust
gases have
any possibility of accumulating 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 only when safe dispersion of exhaust gases
can be assured, and monitor outside conditions to be
sure that exhaust continues
to be dispersed safely.
• Be aware of exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) poisoning
symptoms:
Dizziness
Intense Headache
Weakness
and Sleepiness
Vomiting
Muscular Twitching
Throbbing
in Temples
If symptoms indicate the possibility of carbon monoxide
poisoning, turn
oil the engine immediately, open all
windows, get out into fresh air at once, and summon
medical assistance if possible.
• DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES OPERATE
THE 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 symptoms of carbon
monoxide poisoning.
• Check the exhaust system during routine
maintenance,
and repair any leaks or obstructions
before further operation.

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KEEP TIRES PROPERLY INFLATED. A
TIRE THAT IS RUN LONG DISTANCES
OR
AT HIGH SPEEDS WHILE SERIOUS-
LY UNDER-INFLATED WILL OVER-
HEAT TO THE POINT WHERE THE
TIRE MAY LOSE AIR SUDDENLY AND/
OR CATCH FIRE, POSSIBLY RESULT-
ING IN
DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE AND
ITS CONTENTS AND/OR PERSONAL
INJURY.
• Do not modify the exhaust system in any way
without first consulting the
RV manufacturer.
OVERHEATING
Operate and service the engine and cooling system on your
vehicle as recommended
in your Chassis Operator's Manual.
WINDSHIELD DEFROST -COMFORT CONTROL
During winter months, it is important to keep the windshield clear
and keep the passenger compartment at a comfortable
temperature while
on the road. This can be done by use of the
proper combination of heater
and defroster controls.
12-VOLT FUSE REPLACEMENTS
If part of your vehicle electrical system should fail while on the
road, check the replacement circuit fuses located in the
automotive circuit. These are automotive-type fuses available
at
most service stations. Refer to the ELECTRICAL section for
information
on living area 12-volt fuses.
TIRES
Your motor home is equipped with premium-grade truck tires.
Under normal circumstances and with proper maintenance, you
should receive thousands of miles of trouble-free service.
CHANGING A FLAT TIRE
CONSULT THE CHASSIS OPERATOR'S
MANUAL FOR
INFORMATION ON TIRE CHANGING.
Even with good maintenance and normal driving, 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
circumstances require you to change the tire yourself, there are
several items that you MUST be aware of before you attempt
to
change a flat tire:
• Your motor home is built on a truck chassis, and therefore
rides
on truck wheels and tires. These tires and wheels can
weigh
up to 100 pounds or more. IF YOU ARE NOT
PHYSICALLY CAPABLE OF LIFTING AND MOVING 100
POUNDS
OR MORE, DO NOT UNDER ANY
CIRCUMSTANCES ATTEMPT TO CHANGE A FLAT TIRE.

WARNING
TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY AND!
OR PROPERTY DAMAGE IF A BLOW-
OUT OR OTHER TIRE DAMAGE
OCCURS, TRY TO OBTAIN EXPERT
TIRE SERVICE HELP. IF YOU MUST
REMOVE
ANY WHEEL AND
CHANGE THE TIRE WITHOUT PRO-
FESSIONAL HELP:
* TAKE OFF THE TIRE AND RIM
ASSEMBLY AND PUT ON THE SPARE
TIRE AND RIM ASSEMBLY FOLLOW-
ING
THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS
SECTION.
* DO NOT RE-INFLATE A TIRE THAT
HAS BEEN RUN FLAT, OR IS SER-
10USL
Y LOW ON AIR. HAVE THE TIRE
REMOVED FROM THE WHEEL AND
CHECK THE TIRE AND TUBE FOR
DAMAGE. NEVER ADD AIR TO TIRES
UNLESS AN ACCURATE PRESSURE
GAUGE IS USED. DO NOT INFLATE
TIRES PAST THE MAXIMUM PRESSURE
STAMPED ON
THE TIRE SIDEWALL.
WARNING
THE JACK IS DESIGNED FOR USE AS
A TOOL FOR TIRE CHANGING ONLY.
IT IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE AS A
LEVELING DEVICE OR AS A LIFT FOR
SERVICE PURPOSES.
Lower Control Arm
II
JACK POSITION -FRONT AXLE
WARNING
DO NOT CRAWL UNDER THE VEHICLE.
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• Truck tires and wheels are installed with the wheel nuts
tightened very tightly. IF YOU ARE NOT PHYSICALLY
CAPABLE OF BREAKING LOOSE NUTS THAT HAVE BEEN
TIGHTENED UP TO 260 LB.!FT. OF TORQUE, AND THEN
RE-TIGHTENING TO THIS TORQUE, DO NOT UNDER ANY
CIRCUMSTANCES ATIEMPT TO CHANGE A FLAT TIRE.
• The motor home itself with all of your travel gear is extremely
heavy, weighing
up to six tons. The axle jack furnished 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.
REQUIRED TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
• Hydraulic jack with minimum 5-ton capacity.
• Lug wrench to fit wheel nuts, with at least a two-foot breaker
bar handle.
• Torque wrench with at least 200 Ib.!ft. capacity.
• Wheel blocks.
• Board or other flat surface to place under the jack.
• Wheel chock (see illustration, page 9).
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 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 spring 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 positioned, 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 vehicle
on the tire.
13. Tighten the wheel nuts following the sequence shown in the
diagram
to the specified torque.
14. Completely lower
and remove the jack. Remove blocks,
boards and other tools.
15. Drive the vehicle off the chock.
16. 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.

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WARNING
LOOSENING THE REAR LUG NUTS
WILL RELEASE BOTH OUTSIDE AND
INSIDE WHEELS. DO NOT ATTEMPT
TO REMOVE NUTS WITHOUT HAVING
A JACK IN PLACE TO ABSORB THE
WEIGHT OF THE VEHICLE.
WARNING
WHEEL NUT TIGHTENING SEQUENCES
Motor Home Wheel
Nut Torque - 130-180 lb. ft.
(180-240 N m)
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 of the 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
shifting.
5. Slide the jack under the rear axle housing and screw the
extension out until it touches the axle housing tube. Be sure
the jack is centered on the axle tube so the vehicle will not
slide off the jack. Place the jack far enough inboard on the
axle so the jack can be operated without getting under the
vehicle.
6. Begin jacking until the jack is firmly positioned but do not lift
the tire off the ground.
7. Loosen, but do not remove the wheel nuts.
8. Raise the vehicle until the tie clears the ground.
9. Remove wheel nuts and wheel. Remember, with dual
wheels, both wheels will be loose. Remove and replace
wheels and nuts carefully.
1 O. Put spare wheel in place. Replace outside dual, if
necessary. The dual wheels MUST line up properly. If the
wheels are not aligned, they 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.
12. Apply the specified torque to all nuts in sequence. Dual
wheels must be tightened with both wheels off the ground.
13. Lower the jack. Remove jack, blocks, boards and other tools
and equipment.
14. 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.
AUXILIARY START SYSTEM (gasoline engine only)
An Auxiliary Start System installed in your motor home permits
using the auxiliary battery power to aid in starting the motor
home engine if the vehicle battery has discharged.
When necessary (indicated by one or more clicking sounds when
the key is turned to the START position), use the Auxiliary Start
System as follows:
NOTE: Shift the transmission to park (P) and apply the parking
brake.
1. Press down and hold the Auxiliary Start System switch.
2. Turn the key to start engine in normal manner. Hold
AUXILIARY START button down until engine is running.
3. Release AUXILIARY START button and operate motor home
in a normal manner.
When operating properly, your vehicle alternator will be able to
handle normal vehicle driving requirements and also recharge
the battery (or batteries) in a reasonable time when on the road.

NOTE
IF YOUR MOTOR HOME MUST BE
TOWED, PREVENT DAMAGE BY
HAVING THE TOW TRUCK DRIVER
FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS IN
THE OWNER'S MANUAL.
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TOWING
If your motor home ever needs to be towed, please follow these
instructions:
• Secure any loose or protruding parts of damaged vehicle.
• Inspect points of attachment to the disabled vehicle. If
attachment pOints are damaged or deteriorated, select other
attachment paints 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 suspension to be seriously
overloaded, possibly resulting in tire or front suspension failure.
The rear frame extensions are not designed to withstand the
loads imposed by lifting from the rear.
If the rear wheels are disabled, place the motor home on a flat
bed trailer, or use a heavy duty dolly under the rear wheels and
tow from the front.
LIFTING PROCEDURE
1. Attach "J" hooks to the inboard ends of the lower control
arms.
2. Position a 4 x 4 length of wood across hitch chains just
behind the bumper.
3. Position the lower sling crossbar directly under the bumper.
4. Attach safety chains which are completely independent of
the primary lifting and towing attachment around the frame
side rails.
5. Lift the vehicle until the wheels are a minimum of 4" off the
ground. Be sure there is adequate ground clearance at the
rear of the vehicle.
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 propshaft
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
TOWED 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.

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A well-tuned engine can improve fuel
economy by up to 5%.
Replace engine air filter regularly.
Maintaining correct carburetor and
choke operation can increase
your
mileage 2% or more.
CAUTION
THE AUTOMOTIVE AIR CONDITIONER
PLACES AN ADDITIONAL LOAD
ON THE
VEHICLE'S COOLING SYSTEM. IF EN·
GINE RUNS ABNORMALLY HOT, SHUT
OFF
AIR CONDITIONER UNTIL ENGINE
COOLS DOWN.
SERVICING
MOTOR HOME CHASSIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Refer to your Chassis Operator's Manual for information on
chassis service recommendations.
Have the coolant, the battery electrolyte level and the engine oil
level checked each time when refueling.
NOTE: Proper engine servicing and record of servicing may be
mandatory to ensure chassis warranty protection. Follow
the manufacturer's instructions on periodic maintenance
checks.
ENGINE SERVICE
Items serviced from the exterior of the coach are reached
through the front access door. This door permits servicing the
batteries, the radiator and coolant system, the engine oil level, oil
filler cap, windshield washer, and power steering reservoir.
Items serviced from inside the coach are reached through the
engine compartment cover located between the driver's and
passenger seats. This gives access to the transmission oil
dipstick and the air cleaner. The brake fluid reservoir is under the
floor near the accelerator pedal. When the engine is being
serviced from inside the coach, protect your carpet and
furnishings against oil and dirt. Your serviceman will
be glad to
use a protective cloth if you remind him.
BATTERY SERVICE
MAIN VEHICLE BATTERY
Your motor home has a 12-volt automotive battery located under
the front engine access door. This battery provides power for all
vehicle requirements. Have this battery serviced when fueling or
servicing other vehicle systems.
AUXILIARY BATTERY
There is an auxiliary 12-volt battery to provide living-area power
requirements. Service this battery
or batteries when fueling or
servicing other vehicle systems. This battery is also located
under the front engine access door.
GENERATOR POWER PLANT SYSTEM SERVICE
Generator power plant service, recommended by the generator
manufacturer, should be performed
at an authorized service
center (listed
in the material provided in your Owner's
Information Kit). Routine or emergency service, such as adding
oil, changing filters or replacing spark plugs, could be
accomplished at an auto service center, but must be done in
accordance with the service instructions specified by the
generator manufacturer.
AUTOMOTIVE AIR CONDITIONER (Optional)
For specific instructions, refer to the information provided by the
air conditioner manufacturer.