Fleetwood Southwind User manual

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IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ: Product information, photography and illustrations included in this manual were as accurate as possible at the time of publication.
Materials, design, and specifications are subject to change without notice. Fleetwood has designed its recreational vehicles for a variety of customer uses. Each
vehicle features optimal seating, sleeping, storage, and fluid capacities. The user is responsible for selecting the proper combination of loads (i.e. occupants,
equipment, fluids, cargo, etc.) to ensure that the vehicle’s weight capacities are not exceeded.
Manufacturing subsidiaries of Fleetwood RV, Inc. build the following motor homes:
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION............................................ 01-1
Inspect and Maintain...................................... 01-2
Planning and Preparation............................... 01-2
Owner’s Information Package ....................... 01-2
Chassis and Vehicle Identication ................ 01-3
Suspension Alignment and Tire Balance ...... 01-3
After-Market Steering Aid Devices............... 01-4
Warnings, Terms and Concepts for
Safe Operation of Your Motor Home........ 01-4
Event Data Recording Device
(If Equipped).............................................. 01-6
Drivers License Requirements....................... 01-6
WARRANTY.................................................... 02-1
Coverage Provided......................................... 02-1
What is Not Covered by This Warranty........ 02-1
Limitations ..................................................... 02-2
Your Rights Under State Law ....................... 02-2
Dealer’s Obligations ...................................... 02-2
Owner’s Obligations ...................................... 02-2
Manufacturer’s Obligations ........................... 02-2
Warranty Service ........................................... 02-3
Reporting Safety Defects............................... 02-4
IMPORTANT NOTICES................................ 03-1
BOUNDER INFORMATION......................... 04-1
Motor Home Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...... 04-1
Driver’s Controls ........................................... 04-2
BOUNDER CLASSIC INFORMATION ...... 04-3
Motor Home Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...... 04-3
Driver’s Controls ........................................... 04-4
BOUNDER CLASSIC DIESEL
INFORMATION............................................ 04-5
Motor Home Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...... 04-5
Driver’s Controls ........................................... 04-6
SOUTHWIND INFORMATION ................... 04-7
Motor Home Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...... 04-7
Driver’s Controls ........................................... 04-8
ON THE ROAD ............................................... 05-1
Motor Home Loading .................................... 05-1
Responsibility for Proper Loading ............ 05-1
Some Denitions First ............................... 05-1
Towing a Vehicle or Trailer (“Towed
Load or Towed Unit”) ........................... 05-2
Dinghy Towing .............................................. 05-4
Towed Vehicle Wiring .................................. 05-5
Occupant and Cargo Carrying Capacity
and Load Distribution ............................ 05-5
How to Weigh Your Loaded Motor Home .. 05-5
Dangers of Overloading ............................ 05-7
Loading Tips .............................................. 05-7
Tires ............................................................... 05-8
Tire Ination .............................................. 05-8
Air Pressure ............................................... 05-9
Underination............................................ 05-9
Air Pressure Check .................................... 05-9
Tire Replacement ..................................... 05-10
Tire Rotation ............................................ 05-10
If You Get a Flat Tire .............................. 05-10
Changing a Flat Tire ............................... 05-10
Seats and Seat Belts .................................... 05-11
Air Bags (If Equipped)............................. 05-11
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts...... 05-11
Safety Belt Maintenance .......................... 05-12
Safety Belts for Children.......................... 05-12
Child Seat Tethers (If Equipped)............. 05-12
Driving and Vehicle Control ....................... 05-13
Using the Engine to Slow the
Motor Home......................................... 05-13
Maneuvering in Trafc ................................ 05-14
Rear View Video Monitor (If Equipped) .... 05-15
Body Undercoating ...................................... 05-15
Fuel and Fuel Systems................................. 05-15
Safe Refueling Guidelines........................ 05-16
Fuel Types and Driveability Issues ......... 05-16
API Refueling Advisory .............................. 05-16
Engine Fan ................................................... 05-17
Exhaust System Heat ................................... 05-17
Engine Temperature Gauges........................ 05-17
Carbon Monoxide Safety Precautions ......... 05-17
Carbon Monoxide Detector/Alarm .......... 05-18
Testing Procedures .................................. 05-19
Emergency Towing...................................... 05-20
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Windshield Wipers & Washers ................... 05-20
Manual Headlamp Aiming Procedure ......... 05-21
LIVING WITH YOUR MOTOR HOME ..... 06-1
Leveling System (If Equipped)...................... 06-1
Power Entry Step (If Equipped) .................... 06-1
Entry and Screen Doors................................. 06-1
Patio Awning (If Equipped) .......................... 06-2
Windows ........................................................ 06-2
Emergency Exit Window(s)........................ 06-2
Remote Mirror Control .................................. 06-2
Sun Visors (If Equipped)............................... 06-2
Pull Shades (If Equipped).............................. 06-2
Day/Night Shades (If Equipped)................ 06-3
Mini-Blinds (If Equipped) ............................. 06-3
Storage ........................................................... 06-3
Exterior Compartments.............................. 06-3
Interior Storage.......................................... 06-4
Slide-Out Rooms (If Equipped)..................... 06-4
Interior and Furnishings................................. 06-4
Dinette Conversion (with Built-in Table)
(If Equipped) .......................................... 06-5
Sofa Conversion (If Equipped) .................. 06-5
Sleeper Sofa Conversion (If Equipped) ..... 06-5
Folding Doors/Privacy Curtain
Dividers.................................................. 06-5
Folding Chairs (If Equipped) .................... 06-5
Free-Standing Furniture (If Equipped) ..... 06-5
Interior Lighting ........................................ 06-6
Overhead Vents.......................................... 06-6
Monitor Panel ................................................ 06-6
Effects of Permanent Occupancy .................. 06-7
Condensation and How to Control It ........ 06-7
Dripping Ceiling Vents .............................. 06-9
Important Information.................................... 06-9
What the RV Owner Can Do ................... 06-10
Fire Safety.................................................... 06-11
Fire Safety Precautions ........................... 06-11
Smoke Detector/Alarm............................. 06-12
PLUMBING SYSTEMS
AND HOLDING TANKS.............................. 07-1
Fresh Water System....................................... 07-1
External Fresh Water Hookup................... 07-1
Filling the On-Board Water Tank ............. 07-1
Draining the Fresh Water Tank ................ 07-2
Water Pump ............................................... 07-2
Water Pump Filter ..................................... 07-2
Low Point Drains....................................... 07-3
Troubleshooting the Fresh Water System .. 07-3
Leaks .......................................................... 07-3
Sanitizing the Fresh Water System ............ 07-3
Exterior Shower (If Equipped) .................. 07-4
Whole Coach Water Filter System
(If Equipped) .......................................... 07-4
Waste Water System...................................... 07-4
Toilet .......................................................... 07-4
Draining the Holding Tanks ...................... 07-5
Black Tank Flush System (If Equipped) .... 07-6
Holding Tank Care .................................... 07-6
Cold Weather Usage.................................. 07-7
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS ............................. 08-1
Batteries ......................................................... 08-1
Chassis 12-Volt Electrical System ................ 08-1
Chassis Bulbs and Fuses ........................... 08-1
Fleetwood 12-Volt House and Automotive
System........................................................ 08-1
Battery Disconnect (If Equipped) .............. 08-2
Battery Inspection and Care...................... 08-2
Battery Charging ....................................... 08-2
Solar Panel (If Equipped).......................... 08-3
Selecting a Replacement Battery ............... 08-3
Auxiliary Start System (If Equipped)......... 08-3
120-Volt System ............................................ 08-3
Power Converter........................................ 08-4
Power Inverter ........................................... 08-4
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) .. 08-4
Generator .................................................. 08-5
Generator Operating Safety Precautions.... 08-5
Generator Fuel Supply .............................. 08-6
Generator Operations................................ 08-6
Energy Management System -50 AMP For
Additional Application .............................. 08-6
Electrical Wiring Diagrams ........................... 08-7
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PROPANE SYSTEM....................................... 09-1
Propane Safety Precautions ........................... 09-1
System Components ...................................... 09-2
Hoses.......................................................... 09-2
Propane Regulator..................................... 09-2
Accessory Propane Supply (If Equipped).. 09-3
Using Propane System at Low
Temperatures.............................................. 09-3
Filling Propane Tanks.................................... 09-3
Propane System Check .................................. 09-3
Propane Leak Detector/Alarm ....................... 09-4
Starting Propane Appliances.......................... 09-4
APPLIANCES.................................................. 10-1
Water Heater .................................................. 10-1
Water Heater Bypass Valve....................... 10-1
Refrigerator .................................................... 10-1
Furnace........................................................... 10-1
Range ............................................................. 10-2
Range Exhaust Hood ..................................... 10-2
Air Conditioner(s) (If Equipped)................... 10-3
Televisions and DVD Players
(If Equipped).............................................. 10-3
Additional 12-Volt Equipment ...................... 10-3
Video Equipment ........................................... 10-3
TV Antenna.................................................... 10-3
Antenna Operating Instructions..................... 10-3
Telephone Jack (If Equipped)........................ 10-3
Microwave Oven (If Equipped)..................... 10-4
Washer/Dryer-Ready ..................................... 10-4
Miscellaneous Appliances ............................. 10-4
MAINTENANCE............................................. 11-1
Exterior .......................................................... 11-1
Stains.......................................................... 11-1
Exterior Graphics Care ............................. 11-2
Vinyl Front End Mask (If Equipped)......... 11-2
Windows, Doors, Vents and Locks ............ 11-3
TPO Roof System .......................................... 11-3
Cleaning..................................................... 11-3
Care............................................................ 11-3
Sealant Renewal ............................................. 11-3
Exterior Sealants........................................ 11-3
Door, Window, Roof Component
and Molding Resealing .......................... 11-3
Acrylic Assist Handles (If Equipped)............ 11-3
Interior............................................................ 11-3
Fabrics ....................................................... 11-3
Solid Surface Top Care (If Equipped)....... 11-3
Laminate Top Care (If Equipped) ............. 11-4
Walls and Ceiling Panels .......................... 11-4
Attaching Accessories to Your
Motor Home........................................... 11-4
Plastic/Fiberglass Shower Stall................. 11-4
Floors and Carpeting ................................ 11-4
Wood Floor (If Equipped) ......................... 11-4
Engine Access ............................................ 11-5
Generator Filters ............................................ 11-5
Maintenance Guideline .................................. 11-5
STORAGE........................................................ 12-1
Storage Checklists.......................................... 12-1
Short-Term Storage (Less than 60 days)... 12-1
Long-Term Storage (Over 60 days).......... 12-2
Winterization.................................................. 12-2
Water System Winterizing.......................... 12-3
Reactivating the Motor Home
After Storage.............................................. 12-4
GLOSSARY...................................................... 13-1

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INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the recreational vehicle life-style
and the growing family of motor home own-
ers. We sincerely thank you for choosing a
Fleetwood motor home!
Your motor home has been designed to provide
you with years of carefree, pleasant traveling
and vacationing. It conforms with, or exceeds,
applicable National Fire Protection Association
(NFPA), Canadian Standards Association (CSA)
(units built for Canada only), Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS), Environ-
mental Protection Agency (EPA) and California
Air Resources Board (CARB) regulations. The
seal attached just outside the entry door indi-
cates compliance with NFPA or CSA standards.
Like all equipment, your motor home will require
care and regular maintenance in order to deliver
maximum value and performance. The dealer will
give you basic operating and maintenance instruc-
tions. However, supplement this by reading all
instructional material(s) furnished with the motor
home in the Owner’s Information Package and
the motor home Chassis Operator’s/
Owner’s Guide/Manual. This information out-
lines important areas of operation and mainte-
nance for you to follow for safe, trouble-free ser-
vice from your motor home. Study these materials
carefully. A good working knowledge of your
motor home and how to care for it will help you
enjoy many miles and years of recreational living.
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NOTE
This manual describes many features of your RV
and includes some instructions for its safe use. This
manual, including photographs and illustrations, is of
a general nature only. Some equipment and features
described or shown in this manual may be optional or
because of the continuous program of product change
conducted by Fleetwood, it is possible that recent
product changes may not be included.
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NOTE
Throughout this manual the term “RV” represents a
“Recreational Vehicle” as dened by the NFPA 1192.
This includes motor homes, fth wheel trailers, travel
trailers, camping trailers, recreational park trailers,
and truck campers.
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Failure to follow proper procedures or install proper
equipment can result in property damage, injury
and/or death.
WARNING
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If you have any questions regarding operation,
maintenance, or service, please contact your
dealer immediately so he can assist you. Your
dealer’s Service or Sales Department will han-
dle any normal problems which might occur.
Some equipment and features described or
shown in this manual may be optional or not
available on some models.
Because of the continuous program of product
improvement conducted by Fleetwood, it is
possible that recent product changes may not
be included in this manual. Specications may
change without notice. Product information,
illustrations and photography included in this
Owner’s Manual were as accurate as possible at
the time of publication, and are representative of
function and may or may not be specic in their
depiction of actual equipment, fabrics, interior
or exterior decor or design options as installed
on or in your recreational vehicle.
The instructions included in this manual are
intended as a guide, and in no respect extend the
responsibilities of the manufacturing subsidiary,
parent company or afliates beyond the standard
written warranty as presented in this manual.
Fleetwood has designed its recreational vehicles
to provide a variety of uses for its customers.
Each vehicle features optimal seating, sleeping,
storage and uid capacities. The user is respon-
sible for selecting the proper combination of
loads to ensure that the recreational vehicle’s
capacities are not exceeded.
INSPECT AND MAINTAIN
Follow a consistent schedule of inspection and
maintenance for your motor home. Your con-
tinuing safety and comfort depend on it. This
manual includes a section outlining mainte-
nance intervals. If you follow the maintenance
guidelines, you will minimize the possibility of
failure of any important system or part of your
motor home.
PLANNING AND PREPARATION
Each year millions of Americans embark on
trips using some type of recreational vehicle.
Proper planning of your trip will ensure a plea-
surable experience. A thorough knowledge of
your RV is important if you are going to get the
most out of the convenience and safety items
built into your motor home. Be as familiar with
it as you are with your personal car or truck. If
you have trouble or have questions, please con-
sult your dealer.
OWNER’S INFORMATION
PACKAGE
This package contains valuable components
about your motor home and its equipment and
systems. This Owner’s Manual and the Chassis
Operator’s Manual are in the package. Since
this manual does not cover every possible detail
of equipment and options installed on or in your
motor home, there are booklets and instructional
material in the package that will help you safely
operate, maintain and troubleshoot those items.
Be sure you read all this information and
understand the safety and operating instruc-
tions included in the package. Additionally, you
must follow all maintenance instructions to insure
full warranty coverage. If you decide to sell or
trade your motor home, be sure the new owner
receives all the material in this package.
NOTE
If your Owner’s Information Package does not con-
tain these items, even if you purchased your motor
home “used,” please call or write Fleetwood and
request the desired or missing information.
Fleetwood Owner Relations
P.O. Box 1007
Decatur, IN 46733
1-800-322-8216
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Introduction
CHASSIS AND VEHICLE
IDENTIFICATION
Several numbers are used to identify the vehicle
and components used on the vehicle.
The V.I.N. or Vehicle Identication Number is
assigned by the chassis manufacturer and is the
number used for vehicle registration. The V.I.N.
is found on the Federal Certication Tag attached
in the driver’s compartment. Refer to this infor-
mation when ordering parts from the chassis
manufacturer or chassis dealer service center.
The F.I.N. or Fleetwood Identication Number
is located on the tag just outside the main entry
door or on the outside left front side of the motor
home. Use this number when ordering parts
through your Fleetwood dealer.
SUSPENSION ALIGNMENT
AND TIRE BALANCE
The front suspension and steering system of
this vehicle was accurately aligned at the fac-
tory before delivery to the dealership. However,
after you have fully loaded the vehicle accord-
ing to your personal needs, have the alignment
checked and adjusted, if necessary. To help pre-
vent uneven tire wear, check the front-end align-
ment periodically.
Please note that front-end alignment after
retail delivery is the owner’s responsibility and
is not covered under the warranty.
Located in the driver’s compartment.
(Example)
FEDERAL CERTIFICATION TAG
MFD BY:
DATE MFD:
INC VEH MFD BY:
DATE OF VEH MFD:
GVWR: 0 KG ( LB )
FRONT GAWR: 0 KG ( LB )
WITH: RIMS
TIRES AT: 0 KPA COLD SINGLE
( PSI )
INTERMEDIATE KG ( LB )
GAWR: WITH: RIMS
TIRES AT: KPA COLD
( PSI )
REAR GAWR: 0 KG ( LB )
WITH: RIMS
TIRES AT: 0 KPA COLD DUAL
( PSI )
GAWR COMBINED INTERMEDIATE
AND REAR: 0 KG ( 0 LB )
THIS VEHICLE HAS BEEN COMPLETED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRIOR
MANUFACTURERS’ IVD WHERE APPLICABLE. THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL
APPLICABLE FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARDS, IN EFFECT IN
V.I.N.
TYPE VEHICLE: MULTI-PURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE
The tires and wheels with sizes and ratings designated above have been equipped with
this vehicle by Fleetwood. Any replacement tires installed must meet the same
specifications and minimum load requirements.
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FLEETWOOD RV, INC.
PRODUCT : YEAR : MODEL :
FIN: kilograms ( pounds )
GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING (GVWR) 0 ( )
FACTORY WEIGHT ON 0 ( )
OCCUPANT AND CARGO CARRYING CAPACITY 0 ( )
FULL FRESH WATER TANK: gal @ 8.3 lb/gal 0 ( )
FULL WATER HEATER TANK: gal @ 8.3 lb/gal 0 ( )
GROSS COMBINED WEIGHT RATING (GCWR) 0 ( )
MAX. GROSS TOWED WEIGHT 0 ( )
MAX. TONGUE WEIGHT 0 ( )

MOTORHOME OCCUPANT AND CARGO CARRYING CAPACITY
VIN:
THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED:
0 kg or lbs
Safety belt equipped seating capacity:
CAUTION:
A full load of water equals 0 kg or lbs of cargo @ 1 kg/L (8.3 lb/gal) and the tongue
weight of a towed trailer counts as cargo

CAUTION: LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY REDUCED
Modifications to this vehicle have reduced the original load carrying capacity by
_____________________ kg or ____________________ lbs
Located on the left of the main entry
door or on exterior left front side of
the motor home.
(Example)
FLEETWOOD RV, INC.
OF
PLAN APPROVAL NO.
F.I.N.
MFD. ID. NO. MODEL
DATE OF MFR. MO: YR:
F.I.N. (Fleetwood Identication No.)

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Excessive or abnormal tire wear may indicate
worn or misaligned suspension or steering
components, unbalanced or improperly inated
tire(s) or some other tire/suspension problem.
Alignment can be affected by worn steering/
suspension parts or road hazards such as hitting
a curb, pothole, railroad track, etc. Improper
alignment can cause tires to roll at an angle and
wear unevenly. It may also cause the vehicle to
“pull” to the right or left.
Out-of-balance tires will not roll smoothly and
will cause annoying vibrations and uneven
tread wear such as cupping or at spots. If you
see uneven tire tread wear or if the vehicle ride
comfort decreases, the tires may need to be
balanced.
See the Chassis Operator’s/Owner’s Guide/
Manual for more information.
AFTER-MARKET STEERING AID
DEVICES
Fleetwood does not sanction or condone the
installation of any steering aid device that is not
approved by our chassis manufacturer’s. Any
add-on device of this type may void the chassis
manufacturer’s warranty on the item or items
affected.
WARNINGS, TERMS AND
CONCEPTS FOR SAFE
OPERATION OF YOUR MOTOR
HOME
Vehicle Crash
Like any other vehicle you may drive, your
motor home can be involved in a vehicle
crash, including a rollover. The motor home
will be damaged and you and others can be
injured or killed. Drive defensively at all
times. DO NOT drive if you are tired, have
been drinking alcoholic beverages, are under
the inuence of any controlled substance , or
are taking any medication or drugs that may
impair your sight, hearing, judgment or coor-
dination. Pull off the road and park in a safe
area until you can drive safely.
Vehicle Handling
Your motor home is longer, wider and
higher than a typical car or truck you may
be accustomed to driving. Keep this in
mind as you become familiar with driving
your motor home. New motor home own-
ers should take special care to learn the
driving and handling characteristics of your
vehicle in safe and familiar surroundings.
The distribution of the weight of your
motor home is designed so it will handle
safely while being driven.
• When loading the motor home, balance
the load front-to-rear and side-to-side.
• Load and secure heavier items lower in
the storage areas than lighter items.
If you fail to properly load your belongings and
supplies, you will defeat the load distribution
design of the motor home, possibly leading to
handling problems and a vehicle crash.
Vehicle Response
When you, the driver, accelerate, brake or
steer the motor home, it responds to these
inputs. If you are faced with an emergency
while driving, the way you respond to the
emergency and the way the motor home
responds becomes more critical. If you
load, alter or maintain your motor home
improperly, it will not respond as it did
when you rst received it in an unloaded
condition. Improper loading, altera-
tion, maintenance and improper driver
responses to emergency conditions can
lead to handling problems and vehicle
crashes.
Vehicle Towing
Your motor home can be equipped with a
hitch designed to allow you to tow vehicles
or other loads behind your motor home.

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Introduction
The maximum amount of weight your
motor home can pull or stop is determined
by the manufacturer of the chassis on
which your motor home is built. Check the
Chassis Operator’s/Owner’s Guide/
Manual provided by the motor home
chassis manufacturer for the limits on the
weight you can tow.
If the Chassis Operator’s/Owner’s Guide/
Manual equipped with your motor home
does not provide specic information
on towing weight limits, it is strongly
recommended that the towed vehicle or
trailer be equipped with a properly installed
and operating supplemental brake control
system that operates in combination with
the brakes on your motor home.
• You may be able to increase the weight of
any towed load by properly installing on
the towed load a supplemental brake con-
trol system that operates with your motor
home’s braking system. Even with addi-
tional brakes, you cannot tow more than
the GTW or GCWR for the chassis under
your motor home. Again, check the Chassis
Operator’s/Owner’s Guide/Manual.
• You CANNOT increase the towed weight
limit by changing the size of your hitch.
• Properly load what you tow to avoid a
vehicle crash.
• Do not attempt to tow something that is
too heavy for your chassis.
• When driving in mountainous areas,
look for and obey highway signs con-
cerning grades and curves. Your driving
experience when pulling and stopping a
towed unit on mountain roads will be very
different from what you experience on
level ground.
• State laws in the United States and pro-
vincial laws in Canada vary concerning
towing equipment requirements and limits.
Check the laws in the areas where you
anticipate traveling.
Alterations to Your Motor Home
Many motor home owners like to add a
personal touch to their motor home. But
there is a difference between changing
how your motor home looks versus how
it handles or responds to driver inputs. If
you expect to make any type of alteration
to your motor home, consult a professional
who understands the correct way to do
the alteration and how the alteration will
change or affect the stability, handling,
vehicle response, and overall performance
and safety of your motor home. An
improper alteration that affects vehicle
handling or response can cause a vehicle
crash, and any improper alteration to the
electrical or Propane systems can cause a
re and can endanger your motor home
and its occupants. Fleetwood, your chassis
and other manufacturers stand behind the
motor home as delivered – NOT as altered
by someone else.
Warning Devices
Your motor home is equipped with warn-
ing devices. Check them before a trip
for proper operation. A disabled warning
device cannot warn you or vehicle occu-
pants of a life-threatening danger. Keep
them working and respond to them quickly.
Examples of These Devices Include:
• Carbon Monoxide Detector/Alarm
• Propane Detector/Alarm
• Smoke Detector/Alarm
• Seat Belt Warnings
• Hazard Flashers
NOTE
In most cases the GCWR of the chassis and the n-
ished motor home are the same. In some cases, due
to the equipped hitch receiver, the GCWR may be
reduced. Please refer to the Federal Certication Tag
posted in your motor home for the rated GCWR.
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• Brake Warning
• Engine Warning
EVENT DATA RECORDING DEVICE
(If Equipped)
SPECIAL NOTICE: Vehicle Event Data
Recording Capabilities.
Motor homes equipped with driver/passenger
airbags, Navigational or Vehicle Avoidance
Systems and/or equipped with certain other
electronic devices may be equipped with event
data recording capabilities.
Your motor home is built on a vehicle chassis
supplied by an automotive manufacturer. For
diagnostic and safety related reasons, this chassis
comes equipped with electronic modules (devices).
Certain electronic modules have the capability
to record information about the vehicle, driver,
and passenger such as engine performance,
braking performance, vehicle location, vehicle
speed, and occupant seat belt use, or other data.
The data stored in the electronic modules
may be retrieved by authorized parties using
specialized equipment, for vehicle diagnostic or
accident investigation purposes.
Please refer to the chassis manufacturer owner’s
guide and/or (if equipped) electronic device
manufacturers owner’s guide(s), for further
details on event data recording capabilities.
DRIVERS LICENSE
REQUIREMENTS:
Some states require either an endorsement or a
different class of drivers license to operate or
tow a recreational vehicle. License classes are
often based on the size of the vehicle you wish
to drive or the weight of the trailer you wish to
tow. Please refer to your home states vehicle
drivers license authority to determine if there is
such a requirement.

LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
For Motor Homes Manufactured by Fleetwood RV, Inc.,
Sold in the United States and Canada
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COVERAGE PROVIDED
Your new motor home is warranted under normal
use to be free from manufacturing defects in
material or workmanship when rst sold by an
authorized Fleetwood Dealership. For purposes
of this warranty, “defect” means a failure of
the material or workmanship to conform to the
manufacturer’s specications and tolerances.
The warranty covers the rst retail purchaser and
all authorized transferees during the warranty.
The warranty begins on the date of original
retail delivery or the date the motor home is rst
placed into service as a rental, commercial or
demonstrator unit (whichever occurs rst) “Start
Date” and extends for the following periods:
1. For non-structural defects, one (1) year
from the Start Date or until the motor
home reaches 15,000 total miles as
determined by the mile age shown on the
odometer, whichever occurs rst.
2. For structural defects, three (3) years from
the Start Date or until the motor home
reaches 45,000 total miles as determined
by the mileage shown on the odometer,
whichever occurs rst. Structural defects
are dened only as the motor home’s roof
structure, sub-oor structure, and
Vacubond® walls.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY
THIS WARRANTY
This warranty does not cover:
1. The automotive chassis system (including
the chassis and drive train), tires and
batteries, all of which are covered by the
separate warranties of the respective
manufacturers of these components.
2. Components or items expressly warranted
by their respective manufacturer.
3. Defects or performance failures caused by
or related to:
a. Abuse, misuse, negligence or accident;
b. Failure to comply with instructions
contained in the Owner’s Information
Package;
c. Alteration or modication of the motor
home;
d. Environmental conditions (salt, hail,
chemicals in the atmosphere, etc.):
e. Normal deterioration due to wear or
exposure, such as sealants, fading of
exterior surfaces, fabrics, drapes, and
carpet wear, etc.;
f. Motor homes on which the odometer
reading have been altered;
g. Normal maintenance and service
items, such as light bulbs, fuses,
sealants, lubricants, etc.;
h. Appearance imperfections, or
damage to paint, graphics, exterior
materials, or upholstery that may have
occurred prior to delivery and
are normally corrected during the
delivery inspection process at the
manufacturing plant or at the dealership;
i. Transportation to and from dealer
location;
j. FLEETWOOD RV SHALL
NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY (l)
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT
NOT LIMITED TO ANY CLAIMS
FOR PROPERTY DAMAGE,
LOSS OF USE, LOSS OF VALUE,
LOSS OF INCOME, LOSS
OF TIME, INCONVENIENCE,
COMMERCIAL LOSS, BUS FARES,
VEHICLE RENTAL, INCIDENTAL
CHARGES SUCH AS TELEPHONE
CALLS OR HOTEL BILLS, (2) ANY
OTHER PROPERTY DAMAGE
CAUSED OR ALLEGED TO BE
CAUSED BY MOLD, MILDEW,
FUNGUS, DRY ROT OR ANY
MICROBIAL MATTER, OR (3) LEGAL
FEES OR EXPENSES;

k. Pre-mature deterioration and
accelerated wear and tear on Motor
homes used for full-time living
accommodations;
l. Motor homes used for commercial or
business purposes;
m. Motor Homes that are not originally
sold by an authorized Fleetwood RV
dealership, i.e., sold at auction,
repossession, salvaged or sold in an
otherwise distressed condition.
n. Residential refrigerators, which are
covered by separate warranties of the
respective manufacturers of these
components.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequentia
damages, so the above limitation or exclusion
may not apply to you.
LIMITATIONS
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING,
BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION
TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN
WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow restrictions on how
long an implied warranty lasts, so this limitation
may not apply to you.
The manufacturer is not responsible for any
undertaking, representation or warranty made
by any dealer or other person beyond those
expressly set forth in this warranty. There is no
warranty of any kind made by Fleetwood RV
beyond the limited warranty contained in this
document.
YOUR RIGHTS UNDER STATE LAW
This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and
you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state.
DEALER’S OBLIGATIONS
By agreement with the manufacturer, the dealer
is obligated to maintain the motor home prior
to retail sale, to perform a detailed pre-delivery
inspection and to repair or replace any parts
necessary to correct defects in material or
workmanship.
OWNER’S OBLIGATIONS
The owner is responsible for normal
maintenance as described in the Owner’s
Information Package; however, minor
adjustments (such as adjustments to the interior
or exterior doors, cabinet latches, TV antenna
control, etc.) will be performed by the dealer
during the rst 90 days after delivery. Thereafter,
such adjustments are the responsibility of the
owner as normal maintenance unless required
as a direct result of repair or replacement of a
defective part under this warranty.
If a problem occurs which the owner believes is
covered by this warranty, then the owner shall
contact the selling dealer, or other authorized
dealer, giving sufcient information to resolve
the matter.
Written notice of defects must be given to the
selling dealer or manufacturer within thirty
(30) days of discovery by owner but no later
than ten (10) days after the expiration of the
warranty period. The owner shall deliver the
motor home to the dealer or an authorized
Fleetwood RV dealer location for warranty
service. See “Warranty Service,” page 2-3, for
additional details. To the extent allowed or not
prohibited by applicable law, the manufacturer
requires that the owner rst provide it with direct
written notication of any alleged unrepaired
defect, or any other dissatisfaction experienced
with the motor home so the manufacturer
has the opportunity to cure the problem or
dissatisfaction itself.
Giving the manufacturer this direct notice and
opportunity to cure enables the manufacturer to
supplement prior efforts by its authorized dealers
so any ongoing problem or dissatisfaction can be
resolved or addressed by the manufacturer.
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The manufacturer’s written notice should be
mailed to:
Fleetwood RV Owner Relations
P.O. Box 1007
Decatur, IN 46733
MANUFACTURER’S OBLIGATIONS
Upon receipt of notice of a claim, where the
dealer was unable or unwilling to resolve the
problem, a Fleetwood RV Service Center will
repair or replace any parts necessary to correct
defects in material or workmanship.
For Customer Service Assistance, contact:
Fleetwood RV Owner Relations
P.O. Box 1007
Decatur, IN 46733
1-800-322-8216
For Chassis Customer Assistance, contact:
Ford Chassis Assistance:
1-800-444-3311
Spartan Motor Chassis Customer Assistance:
1-800-543-4277
Freightliner Chassis Assistance
1-800-385-4357
DISPUTE RESOLUTION
AS TO NON-STRUCTURAL DEFECTS, ANY
ACTION TO ENFORCE THESE EXPRESS OR
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES SHALL NOT
BE COMMENCED MORE THAN NINETY
(90) DAYS AFTER THE EXPIRATION OF
THE ONE YEAR WARRANTY COVERAGE
PERIOD DESIGNATED ABOVE. AS TO
STRUCTURAL DEFECTS, ANY ACTION
TO ENFORCE THESE EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED WARRANTIES SHALL NOT BE
COMMENCED MORE THAN NINETY
(90) DAYS AFTER THE EXPIRATION OF
THE THREE YEAR WARRANTY PERIOD
DESIGNATED ABOVE.
Indiana law shall exclusively govern the
interpretation and application of this limited
warranty. Any action to enforce this limited
warranty or any applicable implied warranties
shall be led in the state or federal courts
residing in Allen County or Adams County,
Indiana.
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Warranty
02-4
WARRANTY SERVICE
If you need warranty service or warranty
information, please see the booklets and
other documents included in your Owner’s
Information Package. If you have any questions
about the warranty or what it does or does not
cover, please contact Fleetwood RV Owner
Relations.
As a part of the pre-delivery inspection
procedure, the dealer is responsible for road
testing the motor home, noting and correcting
any steering problems and setting correct tire
pressures before delivery.
Fleetwood RV will not be responsible for front
end alignment after this pre-delivery inspection
has been performed.
For warranty service, you should return your
motor home to the selling dealer. If this is
not possible, you may contact any other
authorized Fleetwood RV motor home dealer.
The Fleetwood RV Owner Relations group
can help you nd a dealer in your area. If, for
some reason, a problem is not handled to your
satisfaction:
1. Discuss any warranty-related problems
directly with the manager and/or owner
of the dealership, giving them
an opportunity to help the service
department resolve the matter for you.
2. If a problem arises that has not been
resolved to your satisfaction by your local
dealer, contact Fleetwood RV Owner
Relations.
3. We sincerely believe that your dealer and
the factory representative will be able
to solve any problem that might arise. If
their combined efforts are not satisfactory,
please send a letter describing the
circumstances to:
Fleetwood RV Owner Relations
P.O. Box 1007
Decatur, IN 46733
Please include the brand name and Fleetwood
Identication Number (F.I.N.) of your motor
home. The F.I.N. is located on the identication
tag underneath the driver’s side window on
the exterior of your motor home.
4. If you wish to call for assistance, please
use this toll-free telephone number.
Fleetwood RV Owner Relations
1-800-322-8216
There may be times when your motor home
will need repairs or parts while you are on
the road. If your motor home is repaired by a
nonauthorized repair facility (non-Fleetwood RV
dealer), be sure to save receipts and especially
any parts that are replaced. These parts will have
to be returned to your dealer before you can be
reimbursed for their cost.
Always make a written list of the motor home
problems or the specic work you want done.
If you’ve had work done that is not on your
maintenance log, let the service advisor know.
If you have a long list of service items that
need attention and you need your motor home
very soon, discuss the situation with the service
advisor, listing the items in order of priority.
This will help the service department manage its
time and will help get you going as quickly as
possible. If required work is not covered under
the warranty, your dealer’s service department
can help you with getting the correct service.
The materials in your Owner’s Information
Package contain warranty information and
operating instructions on the various appliances
and components in your motor home. If you do
not have operating instructions for a particular
appliance or component, contact your dealer.
Warranty registration cards for these items
should be lled out and mailed as soon as
possible after you take delivery of your motor
home. When contacting any of the equipment
manufacturers, always have the model and serial
numbers available. Appliance identication
numbers will be found on tags or plates attached
to the appliance.

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02-5
If you have a warranty or service concern about
the chassis portion of your motor home, you may
go directly to an authorized chassis dealer for
service. This may save you time and effort as the
chassis warranty is administered by the chassis
manufacturer. Consult your area directory for
an authorized claims dealer. If you are unsure if
the issue is chassis related, please contact your
Fleetwood RV dealer.
The motor home has been thoroughly inspected
before shipment. Your dealer is responsible for
performing a complete pre-delivery inspection
of the motor home as specied in the Owner
Care delivery checkout.
Please refer to the warranty in the front of this
manual. It explains your rights and obligations,
as well as the rights and obligations of the
dealer and manufacturer. Please read this section
carefully. You will be better informed in case
you have a warranty-related problem, and your
dealer will be better able to get you on the road
again.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
UNITED STATES CONSUMERS:
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that
could cause a crash, injury, or death, you should
immediately inform the National Highway
Trafc Safety Administration (NHTSA) in
addition to notifying Fleetwood RV Owner
Relations at 1-800-322-8216.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may
open an investigation, and if it nds that a safety
defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order
a recall and remedy campaign.
To contact NHTSA, you may either call the
Vehicle Safety Hot line toll-free at
1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153);
or go to http://www.safercar.gov or write to:
Administrator
National Highway Trafc Safety Administration
1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE
Washington, DC 20590
You can also obtain other information about
motor vehicle safety from the Vehicle Safety Hot
line.
CANADIAN CONSUMERS:
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that
could cause a crash, injury, or death, you should
immediately inform Fleetwood RV at:
1-800-800-322-8216
Or, you may call Transport Canada toll-free at:
1-800-333-0510

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Please pay close attention to these statements
while you read this Owner’s Manual.
In this manual, statements preceded by the fol-
lowing words are of special signicance:
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation
that, if not avoided, will result in death or seri-
ous injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in damage to
the component or vehicle.
Indicates points of particular interest for more
efcient and convenient operation.
DANGER
!
IMPORTANT NOTICES
NOTE
3
CAUTION
WARNING
!
CAUTION
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