Fleetwood Tioga 1988 User manual

BY FLEElWCXJD®
1988

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SAFETY REGULATIONS REGARDING LP GAS SYSTEMS
AND LP GAS APPLIANCES
The manufacturer of this recreational vehicle is required to fumish the follow-
ing consumer information as provided bV the National Fire Prevention Associa-
tion
and the American Natlonal·Standards-lnstitute. The Information and warn-
ings found here may 8150 bft,foundin other sections of this Owner's Manual.
Please see seedons titled "Uquld Pet{Oleum Gas System" and "Appliances" for
other safety and operatir:ag lnform~tion.
WARNING:
LP GAS CONTAlNEliS SHALL NOT BE PLACED OR STORED INSIDE THE VEHICLE. LP GAS
I. 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. UNUKE HOMES.
THE AMOUNT Of OXYGEN SUPPLY IS LIMITED DUE TO THE SIZE Of THE RECREA·
TIONAl ,VEHICLE. AND PROPER VENTILATION WHEN USING THE COOKING
APPlIANCES IS) WILL AVOID DANGERS Of ASPHYXIATlON. IT IS ESPECIALLY IMPOR·
TANT THAT COOKING APPUANCES NOT BE USED fOR COMfORT HEATlNG AS THE
DANGER Of ASPHYXIATlONIS GREATEII WHEN THE APPUANCE IS USED.fOR LONG
PERIODS Of TlME.
WARNING:
PORTABLE fUEl-BURNING EQUIPMENT. INCWDING 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 wamlO9labei hoi been kicoted ne.r the lP 1IIs container. Thb label reads: DO NOT
fiLL CONTAINERISI TO MORE THAN 80 PEIICENT Of CAPACITY.
0_09 the lP gos __ can r.luIt In uncontrGlled U.' _ which can cause fire
or up1oo1on. Apnlperiy filed _ wit _ ."""""",",eIy 80 _ of Its volume
IS liquid LP gos.
The following label ......... placed in the .. hide neer the .. ngo .... :
If YOU SMELL GAS:
1. Extinguish any open flames. pilot ligntl and IU smoking materials.
2. Do not touch electrical Iwhche••
3. Shut off the gol supply It tits t.nk velvel.1 or gos IUPply conneellon.
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 in$llNed with the diaphragm vent facing downward.
Regulators that ... not In comportments hive ..... equipped wtth • protec:l1vo cowr. Mob
lure that regulator vent faces downward and the cover is kept In place to minimize VIm
bIockago which could noutt In exc •• sIve g •• pre ...... cauting fire or up1ollon.
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FULL ONE-YEAR/15,OOO MILE
---WARRANTy----
FOR- MOTOR HOMES MANUFACTURED BY SUBSIDIARIES OF FLEETWOOD ENTERPRiSes. INC.
SOLO IN THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA
- COVERAGE PROVIDED
Your new motar hOme, including the structure, plumb)ng. heating and electrical systems, and all appliances and equipment installed by the
manufacturer, is warranted under normal use to be free from manufacturing defects in materia' or workmanship.
The warianty elCtends to the first ,elall purches.r and his transfereetsl and begins on the date of original retail delivery or the date the motor
hOme i1 first placed into service as • rental. commercial or demonstrator unit (whichever occurs Inti. The warrantY eK1ends for. period of
one year from such date or until the unit hes received 16.ooo10t81 miles of .... a. determined by the mileage shOwn on the odometer.(whichever
occurs firatl. Wrhten notice of defects must be given to the .elling deeler or the manufacturer not later than ten nOI days efter the expiration
of the applicable warranty period.
OWNER'S OBUGATIONS
The owner Is responsible for normel maintenance as described in the Owner's Manual: however, minor adjustments (such as adjustments
to the-Interior of exterior dOOrs, LP regulator pressure. cabinet latches, TV antenna control. etc.1 will be-performed by the dealer during the
first 90 days of warrantY COverage. Thereaher. such adjustments are the responslbililY of the owner as nonnal maintenance unless requlrad
as a direct r.sult of "pair or replacement of a defective part under this warrantY.
It a problem occurs which the owner believes is covered by this warrantY. the owner shali contact the SELLING DEALER, ar other euthorized
deel,r. giving him sufflcienllnformatlon to "solve the ma"er. The owner shall deliver the motor home to the DEALER or manufacturing plant
location for warranty service.
DEALER'S OBUGATIONS
By agreement with 1he manufacturer. the deater Is obligated to fNllntaln the motor home prior to ,etallsale. to perform a detailed predelivery
Jnspectlon and to repair or replace any parts necessary to correct defects in material or wortunanshlp.
WHEN THE DEAlER DOES NOT RESOLVE-THE PROBLEM
If thedealer Is unable or unwilling to resolvea problem which the owner is convk1ced Is covered by the warranty. he should contact the MANUfAC-
TURING PLANT at the address "sted below and provida the manufacturer with 8 description in writing of the problem and attempts made
to resolve it.
MANUFACTURING PLANT ~BLlGAT10NS
Upon receipt of nOtice of a clelm. where the dealer was unable or unwilling to resolve the problem. the manufaCluring plant will repair or replace
any parts necessary to correct defects in,material af workmanship. or will take ather appropriate action as may be required.
WHEN THE
MANUFACTURING PLANT DOES NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM
tf the representatives of the manufacturing plant are unable to resolve the problem Bnd the owner is convinced ~hat it is covered by the warfanw,
the owner should call the toll·free number lIsted below to describe the problem and the attempts made to resolve il.
WHAT IS NOT COVEReo BY THE EXPRESS WARRANTY
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:
1. THE AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEM (INCLUDING THE CHASSIS AND DRIVE TRAINI. TIRES AND BATTERIES. WHICH ARE COVERED BY
THE SEPARATE WARRANTIES OF THE RESPECTIVE MANUFACTURERS OF THESE COMPONENTS.
2. DEFECTS CAUSED BY OR RELATED TO:
A. ABUSE. MISUSE. NEGLIGENCE OR ACCIDENT:
B. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THE OWNER'S MANUAL'
C, ALTERATION OR MODIFICATION OF THE MOTOR HOME;
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 -UGHT BULBS, FUSES. WIPER BL,ADES. LUBRICANTS, ETC.
5. MOTOR HOMES ON WHICH THE ODOMETER READING HAS BEEN ALTERED.
6. TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM DEALER-OR MANUFACTURING PLANT LOCATION, LOSS OF TIME. INCONVENIENCE. COM·
MERCIAL LOSS, LOSS OF USE, TOWING CHARGES. BUS FARES, CAR RENTAL. INCIDENTAL CHARGES SUCH AS TELEPHONE
CALLS OR
HOTEL BILLS. OR OTHER INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGeS, SO THE
ASOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
THIS WARRANTY GJVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANV UNDERTAKING. REPRESENTATION. OR WARRANTY MADE BY ANY DEALER OR OTHER
I, PERSON BEYOND THOSE EXPRESSLY SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY.
Brand Name ________________ Model _________ Serial No. ---' _______ _
CORPORATE HEA~QUARTERS:
Consumer Affairs Department
Fleetwood Enterprises. Inc.
P.O. Box 7300
Riverside, California 92523
From California: (SOO) 442~4S04
From Outside of California: 1800) 854-4755
prinled in USA

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

APPLIANCES •.••...•...•.•••.••••••••• 42
Water Heater .••.•.....•............ 42
Water Heater Bypass System .......... 38
... Furnace •.. ; ••••.....•••.•..•..•...• 38
.. Range .......... ; ••.••. ; ••.•••••.•.•• 38
Range Exhaust Hood •••••••.••••••..•• 38
Air. Conditioner ••.....•.•.•••••••.•.• 38
Refrigerator •••..•..........•...•..•• 39
. Smoke Detector ... '.' .............••.•. /. 39
MAINTENANCE
.•.............•....•....... 40
lubrication • •• • . . • • • . . . . . • . . . . . . . .•.•.•. 40
Wheels And Tires. . • . . . . • . • . • • . • . . • . . . . . . 40
Tire Inspection And Rotation .............• 40
Inflation Pressure ...••..••.......•••..•. 40
Wheel And Tire Balancing ...•............ 40
Tire Replacement ..... : .......•......•... 41
Engine ................ , .•............. 41
Engine Oils ........................... 41
Engine Fuel Systems ......••.•.. , . . . . . . . .. 41
Fuel And Air Filters •••• ,'., .. .•• . . • . . .. . . 41
Air Cleaner Element Replacement. • • . • . ••.•. 41
Cooling System • • . • . • • • . • • • . • • • • • • • • • . . • 41
Maintenance And Inspection •..••. " •..•.• 41
Coolant Level ...••.•..•..•.•.••.•...•.. 41
Flushing Cooling System ...........•..... 41
Engine Electrical . . . . . • . . . . . . . . . . . . • . ; . . . . 42
Jump Starting ••.....•••..••....•.•.•.. 42
Transmission •. '.' ..•...•.••.•. , . . . • . • . . . . . . 42
Maintenance and Inspection .•............ 42
Heating And Air Conditioning _ .•.....••...•. 42
Inspection . . . • • • • . . • • • . •.• .. . . • . . . . . . . . 42
Air Conditioner Operational Quick Checks .... 42'
Troubleshooting The System,
............ ,·43
Electrical Circuit Diagnosis ..... '.' .... '.' ... 43
Refrigeration Section .••................. 43
Front Suspension And Alignment
............ 43
Brakes .......•....•.•..•.............. 43
Brake Hose Inspection ................... 43
Lining Inspection •....••..........•..... 43
Drive Belts And Specifications ............... 43
Exterior ............................. , • 43
Stains ••.•••.•••••.••.•.............. 44
Windows, Doors, Vents And Locks; ......... 44
Sealant Renewal ......•....•......... ; . 44 .
Roof Resealing ....................•... 44
Door And Window Resealing .............. 45
Interior ......•.•........•........... ~ .. 45
Upholstery And Drapes ............. , .... 45
Wall And Ceiling Panels .......... , ....... 45
Floors And Carpeting. . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
PREPARING THE MOTOR HOME FOR
LONG.:reRM STORAGE. • . • • • • • . . •. • • . . • • . . , .. 46
Storage Check Ust •••••••.•••••••••...... 46
Short-term Storage (less than 60 days)
. Above Freezing . . . . . . . . • . . . • • • . . . . • . . . . 46
Long~term Storage Above Freezing .......... 46
Winterization And Winter Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Winter Storage Below Freezing .. , . '.' ...... 47
Water System Winterizing . . . . . • . .
........ 47
General Vehicle Winter Storage Check list .... 48
Reactivating The Motor Home After Storage .• 48
MAINTENANCE CHART •.•..•.•....•......... 50

INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the recreational vehicle life-style and
· the growing family of motor home owners. We
sincerely thank you for choosing a Fleetwood motor
homel
Your
motor home has been designed to provide you
with many years of carefree, pleasant traveling and
vacationing. This manual describes many features
of
your motor home and provides an operating guide so
that you can obtain the best performance from those
features. Your
motor home has been designed to con-
form with, or exceed, the American National Stan-
dardslnstitute A119.2, NFPA501C, Canadian CSA
Standard Z-240 (units built for Canada only), and ap-
plicable
motor vehicle standards. These standards
establish
the plumbing, heating, electrical and other
requirements for quality and safety. Compliance
with
these standards is indicated by the seal attached just
ou~ide the entry door •. This seal is the outward sign
of internal quality.· .
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Like all finely crafted equipment, your motor home
will require care and regular maintenance In order to
· deliver maximum value and performance. The dealer
· wiUgive you basic operating and maintenance instruc-
tions; however, supplementthis instruction by reading
all instruction·al material furnished with the motor
home·
.. in. the Owner's Information Package and
Chassis Operator's Manual. If,.
after taking delivery
_ of your new motor .home. you feel. It requires -addi-
tionalconditlonlng or adjustment,please return it to
your dealer as soon as possible. ThisOwner's Manual,
along
with the information.provided in your Owner's
Information Package and Chassis Operator's Manual
outlines importantareas
of maintenance and provides
a maintenance schedule
for you to follow to enSl,lre
safe,troublefree service from your motor home. Study
these instructions carefully before you operate the
- motor home forthe first time. Spend some time with
YOUr dealer going over safety and operating-instruc-
tions before you leave the dealer's lot. A good work-
ing knowledge
of your motor home and how to care
for it will help you enjoy many miles and years of
recreational living.
If you have any questions regarding operation,
· maintenance, or service, please contact your dealer
immediately so he can assist you. Your dealer's Ser-
vice or Sales DepartmentwiU handle any normal pro- .
blems which might occur.
Your
motor home is covered by one of the most
.comprehensive warranty programs in the RV industry,
and this manual contains a section outlining the war-
ranty and explaining your rights and obligations, as
well as the rights and obligations of the dealer and
manufacturer, under the terms
of the warranty. Please
read this section carefully. You will be better inform-
ed
in case you have a warranty-related problem, and
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your dealer wiU be better able to get you on the road
again. If, for some reason, a problem is
not handled
to.
your satisfaction:
1. Discuss any warranty-related problems direct-
ly With the manager
or owner of the dealer-
ship, giving him an opportunity
~o help his
service department resolve the matter for
you_
2. If a problem arises that cannot be resolved to
your satisfaction by your local dealer, contact
tha factory service manager. The factories
are
listed. in this manual. Please contact the one
nearest you.
3.
We 'sincerely believe that your dealer and the
factory representative
will be able to solve any
problem
which might arise. If their combined
efforts
are not satisfactory, please send a let-
ter describing the circuinstances to:
Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc.
Consumer Affairs Department
P.O. Box 7300
Riverside, CA 92523
Please include the brand name and serial
number
of your motor home.
4. If you wish to call for assistance, please use
these toll-free telephone numbers:
From California:
[phone]
From outside California: [phone]
NOTE: Some equipment and features described
or shown In this manual may be optional on
some models. This Instructional manual is
of
general nature only. Because of the continuous
program
of productImprovementconducted by
Fleetwood, It is possible that recent product
changes may
not be Included in this manual.
Specifications
may change without notice. The
instructions included In
this manual are Imend-
ed as a guide. and in no respect extend the
responsibilities
of the manufacturing subsidiary.
parent company
or affiliates beyond the stan-
dard
written warranty as presented in this
manual.
Photographs or Illustrations in this manual are
representative
of function and may not be
speCific in -their depiction of actual equipment,
fabrics, interior
or exterior decor or design op-
tions
as installed on or In your motor home.
NOTE: This product is deSigned
for recreational
use and short
term occupancy only. It is not
designed dr intended to be used as permanent
housing. Use
of this product for long term or
permanent occupancy
may lead to premature
deterioration of interior . finishes, fabrics,

carpeting, and drapes. Damage or deterioration
due
to long term occupancy may not be con-
sidered normal, and may under the
terms of the
warranty, constitute misuse, abuse, or neglect,
and maytherefore reduce your warranty protec-
tion. This manual contains a discussion of long
term occupancy problems. Please refer to that
section before considering t.hls product for long
. term occupancy.
The'motor home has been thoroughly inspected
before shipment. YOUR DEALER IS RESPONSiBLE
FOR. PERFORMING A COMPLETE PREDELIVERY IN-
SPECTION
OF THE CHASSIS AND ALL MOTOR
HOME. COMPONENTS AS SPECIFIED IN THE
PREDELIVERY CHECKLISTS SUPPLIED
BY THE
MOTORHOME MANUFACTURER AND THE CHASSIS
MANUFACTURER. YOU SHOULD RECEIVE A COpy
OF THESE COMPLETED CHECKLISTS FROM YOUR
DEALER WHEN YOUR MOTOR HOME IS DELIVERED
TO YOU.
AS A PART OF THE PREDELIVERY INSPECTION PRO-
CEDURE, THE DEALER ·IS TO ROAD TEST THE
MOTOR HOME. NOTING AND CORRECTING ANY
STEERING PROBLEMS BEFORE DELIVERY.
THEREFORE, FLEETWOOD AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES
.WILL Nor
BE RESPONSIBLE FOR FRONT END ALIGN-
MENT AFTER THIS PREDELIVERY INSPECTION IS
DONE.
PLANNING AND PREPARATION
Each year millions of Americans embark on trips
using some
type of recreational vehicle. Proper plan-
ning
of your trip will ensure a pleasurable experience.
A thorough knowledge
of your RV is important If you
are going
to get the most out of the convenience and
safety items builtInto your vehicle.
Be as familiar with
Itas you are with your personal car or truck. The
booklets included in your.
Owner's Information
Package cover details
of operation for the major ap-
pliances and equipment built into your
motor home
for your comfort, convenience and safety. Later sec-
tions
in this manual will also explain how to operate,
maintain, and service important components and
systems In your motor home.
LOADING AND WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION
Proper loading is one of the most important con-
siderations when traveling in an
RV. Your motor home
is lluilt to safely carry a certain maxirnum load. For
safety's sake, NEVER OVERLOAD THE MOTOR HOME.
This manual contains a detailed section
that explains
proper loading and weighing
of the vehicle.
HAVE IT ALL UNDER CONTROL
Remember, your new motor home isa large vehi-
cle and requires different driving skills
than a
passenger car. Later in this manual we'll outline some
tips on
how to become familiar with the handling
characteristics and driving techniques
that you need
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to know to be a safe motor home driver. Of Course
don't overlook the laws of your state or province that'
govern driving a motor home. Your state or provincial
Motor Vehicle Department can provide you with the
applicable vehicle codes
that spell out your rights and
responsibilities as a
motor home owner.
INSPECT AND MAINTAIN
Follow a consistent schedule of inspection and
maintenance
for your motor home. Your, continuing
safety and comfort depend on it. This manual includes
a section outlining maintenance intervals. Adherence
to these schedules will minimize the possibility of
failure of any important system or part of your motor
home. The time spentinspecting and maintaining your
motor home will provide you with many years of
recreational pleasure. '
THE OWNER'S INFORMATION PACKAGE
Owner's Information Package
This package contains very valuable documents
about your
motor home .and its components and
systems. This
Owner's Manual is in this package.
Since this owner's.mimual does notcover every possi-
ble detail
of equipment and options installed on or
in your motor home, there are booklets and instruc-
tional material in the package
that will help you safe-
ly operate, maintain and troubleshoot those items. Be
sure you read all this information and understand the
safety and operating instructions included
in the
package. Keep these references handy. If you ever
decide to sell
or trade your motor home, be sure the
new owner gets all the material in this package.
CHASSIS AND VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
Your motor home may be built on either the
Chevrolet
G30Cutaway Van or the Ford E350
Cutaway Van chassis. Several numbers are used to
identifythe vehicle and components used on the vehi-
cle. The V.I.N. or Vehicle Identification Number is the
17-digit legal Identification
of the completed vehicle
and is the number
on the vehicle registration. The
.V.I.N. is found on the left top of the instrument panel,

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a~d .is visible through the· windshield. Refer· to th~s
information whenordefing parts from. the chassIs
manufacturer or chassis dealer service center. The
12-digit Fleetwood Identification Number
(F.I.N.l Is
located on the certification tag I.ocated in the driver's
step· well. Use this number when ordering parts
through your fleetwood dealer or Service Center.
Id(mtificatlon Number Location
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KEYS AND LOCKS
The keys to your. motor home are pictured below.
Record
all key numbers and keep them in a safe place
at home and in the motor home.
..
Keys
Key No.: _____ -'- ________ -_--,-

EMERGENCY AND IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION
Before we explain how things. work •. take· a few minutes. to fill in the information on these·· two pages.
It'l\ be a handy reference for you in the future. . ........ . .. ...•. •.
Your Name ____________________________________ ~----~--~~------~------------
Model ____________________________ ~----------~--------------------~------
Serial Number ___________________________ ------~------------------------ __ --'----
Dat~Purchased _______________ -------------------------------'--- __ --~-----------
Dealer Name __________________ ~ ________________ "'__ __________________________ _
Address ___________________________________________________________________ __
Insurance Policy
Company
______________ ~----------------------------------------------------
Agent Name _________________ ~ ____________________________________ ~----------
Telephone ____________________________________________________________________ __
Policy Number __________________________________________________________________ _
Range/Oven
Manufacturer __________________________________________________________________ __
Model~ __________________________________________________________________ _
Serial Number ~ ________________________________________________________________ _
Refrigerator
Manufacturer
_________________________________________________________________ _
Model ________________________________________________________________ ___
Serial Number _________________________________________________________________ _
Furnace
Manufacturer
___________________________________________ -------------------------
Model _________________________________________________________________ _
·Serial Number
_________________________________________________________________ _
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.. Watel' Heater
Manufacturer
Model
Serial Number
Air Conditioner
..
,
Manufacturer
Model
Serial Number
Microwave 'Oven
Manufacturer
Model
Serial Number
Stereo
Manufacturer
Model
·Serial.Number
. Generator
Manufacturer
Model
Serial Number
Miscellaneous
Key Number
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FOOD -BEVERAGES
____ Bread
____ Milk
____ ·Sugar
____ Coffee
____ Tea
____ Salt
____ Papper
____ Catsup
_____ Mustard
____ Eggs
____ Bacon
____ Butter
____ Cheese
____ .Lunch Meat
____ Meat Dinners
____ Potatoes
____ Vegetables
____ Fruit
____ Cereals
____ Cookies
____ Beverages
____ Soups
____ Crackers
__ ~_ Pancake Mix
GALLEY
__ '-_ Dishes, Cups
____ Silverware
___ ~ Tumblers
____ Coffee Pot
____ Pots, Covers
_"'- __ Pans, Covers
____ Utensils, Flipper
_-'- __ Paper Pletes, Cups
____ Napkins
____ Paper Towels
____ Can Opener
____ Bottle Opener
____ Sponges
____ Dish Towels
____ Dish Drainer
____ liquid Detergent
____ Soap Powder.
_'- __ Window Cleaner
____ Wax Paper/Foil
____ Plastic Bags
____ large Trash Bags
____ Portable BBQ
____ Charcoal Starter Fluid
____ Clothesline
____ Clothes pins
____ Matches
TRAVEL CHECK LIST
____ Water Pail
____ Candles·
TOIlETRIES -PERSONAL
____ Face Soap
____ Wash Cloths
_-'-- __ "Hand Towels
____ Bath Towels
____ Bathmat
___ '-- Rubber Shower Mat
____ Facial Tissues
_-'-'-_ Bathroom Tissue
____ Toothbrushes
____ Toothpaste
___ '- Hair Brush
____ Combs
____ Chapstick
__ -- Suntan lotion
____ Razor & Blades
____ Nail Clippers
____ Insect Repellent
____ First Aid Kit
____ Snake Bite Kit
__ '-_ Sunglasses
CLOTHIN.G
____ Underwear
____ Jackets
____ Sweaters
____ Various Shoes
____ Socks
____ Bathing Suits
____ Hats, Caps
____ Rainwear
____ Handkerchiefs·
____ Pajamas
SLEEPING GEAR
____ Pillows
____ Pillow Cases
____ Sheets
____ Blankets
____ Sleeping Bags
RELAXING·-ENTERTAINMENT
____ Playing Cards
____ Jigsaw Puzzles
____ Gaines·
____ Books, Magazines
_'- __ Writing Pads, Pancils
____ Canopy or Awning
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____ Battery Radio
____ Folding Chairs
SPORTS
____ Fishing Rods
____ Tackle Box, Bait
____ Baseball Bat, Glol/es
____ Football
____ Frisbee
____ Hiking Boots
____ Backpack
____ Hunting Knife
____ Pocket Knife
____ Pocket Compass
____ Swim Fins
____ Air Pump
____ Kite & String
____ Copy Paterson's
"Field Guide"
MISCELlANEOUS
____ Road Maps
_~ __ Directory, Trailer Camps
____ Camera & Film
____ Sewing Kit, Patches
____ Clothes Hangers
____ Firewood
____ Water Can
____ Gas Can
____ Holding Tank
Disposal Hoses(sl .
____ Water Drain Pail
____ Flares or Reflactors
____ Holding Tank Chemicals
____ Fresh Water Hose
TOOLS
____ Screwdriver
____ Adjustable Wrench
____ Pliers
____ Smal.1 Saw
____ Hammer
____ Hatchat
____ Folding Shovel
____ lantern, Fuel, Mantles
____ Flashlight
____ Spare Batteries, Bulb
____ Spare 12V Bulb
____ Spare 12V Fuses
_--' __ Voltmeter
____ Circuit Test light
____ Jumper Cables
____ Tire Air Gauge
. .

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

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

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

'belts, the driver's seat and all. other seats designed
to 'carry. passengers while under way have been
equipped
with seat belts.
WARNING:
All riders should be furnished with
and use seat belts while the vehicle Is In motion.
.Seats which are not equipped with safety belts
should
not be occupied while the vehicle Is In
•motion and
will be labeled: "NOT FOR USE
, WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION:' It Is not
possible to belt In persons using beds./ '.
Adjust seat belts as fOllows:
* Pivot buckle at right angles to the belt and pull
to the desired length.
* To fasten belt, be sure it is not twisted, then
push the tongue end
of one belt into the buckle
of the mating belt. Be sure it latches. Adjust
the belt snugly
as low on the abdomen as com-
fort will allow, for greatest safety.
* To release the belt, depress the button in the
.center of the buckle and Slide the tongue out
of the buckle. Never use a belt for more than
one person.
at a time;
Child Restraint
.'All vehicle occupants, and especially children,
.should be restrained whenever riding. in vehicles.
Holding a child in your arms
is not a substitute for
a child restraint system. In an accident, a child held
ina person's arms can be struck or crushed by any
unrestrained rider.
An unrestrained child could also
be· injured by striking the interior, or by being thrown
from the vehicle during a sudden maneuver or im-
pact. A child restraint system can help protect a child
.' while riding in a vehicle.Chl,ld restraint systems are
designed
to be secured in the vehicle seats by lap
belts
or the lap portion of a lap-shoulder belt. Children
could
be endangered in a crash if their child restraints
are
not properly secured in the vehicle.
Children small enough
for a child restraint system
should
be restrained that way if at all possible.
However, the following
may provide some degree of
protection if a child restraint is not used.
* Infants who cannot sit up should be placed in
a paddedbaby carrier.,Put
it crosswise on the
vehicle seat and securely restrain
it with the
vehicle's seat belts.
. .. Children who can 'sit up by'themselves'should
be restrained
with the seat belts provided.
Never let a child stand
or kneel on any seat.
When using any child restraint system, be sure
to
read and follow all instructions on installation and use
that come with the system.
When securing a child restraint
with a lap belt that
has no retractor, pull the excess webbing through the
adjustment mechanism.
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If the child restraint is still not secure, use a dif-
ferent seating position in the vehicle and lor contact
your dealer and the child restraint manufacturer
for
help.
Side Slider Windows
Tum lock, slide window andlor screen to open and
close
•
Slider Windows
Note: Screens are not removable for cleaning•
They maybe pushed out of their frames If the
window mustbeused for emergency exit. In this
case, the screens
will be destroyed and will pro-
bably have to be replaced.
DRIVING AND PARKING
Once you become accustomed to the feel of the
controls and
the reference points from the driver's
seat, you will find driving the motor home comparable
to driving your family car. Become familiar with the
position
of the motor home intraffic, and be cautious
when maneuvering to allow for the length and width
of the vehicle. Always allow extra room to comerand
to change lanes. Learn to use the side mirrors to view
the road behind. Check them often.
'Drive
with consideration on the highway, observ-
ing all speed and safety regulations. The best cruis-
ing speed of your motor home will. vary with road
and weather conditions. .
Remember that your motor home is heavier than
a car, making
it less maneuverable and harder to stop.
Also, because of its greater side surface area, it is
more easily affected .by cross winds. Allow extra
distances
for passing and stQPping, and drive at a
moderate speed, particularly
in traffic and in gusty
wind conditions.
Driving on
winding or mountain roads is not dif-
ficult if done with reasonable care. Observe proper
vehicle speeds
when ascending or descending hills
and always operate in
the proper transmission range,
Downshift on hills
to avoid overheating or undue

engine loads. Downshift when descending grades.
Engine braking
power will help control vehicle speed,
and relieve some
of the strain on the brakes.
Road conditions, terrain, weather, and
otherdriv-
Ing factors are sometimes unpredictable, and moun-
tain driving or desert temperatures can put extreme
demands on drivetrain
components-especially the
transmission. Underextreme heat conditions you may
need to turn off the vehicle air conditioner to improve
engine and transmission cooling. .
Allow for the extra height of your motor home and
avoid areas having
low overhead clearance. Check for
low-hanging tree branches
or other obstructions
·whenever you drive or park. Avoid low roofs when
pulling in for service.' Always check overhead
clearances
of overpasses and bridges. This may be
particularly
important if you drive with the overhead
vents open or if. the motor home is equipped with
a roof. air conditioner, roof rack, CB or TV/radio
antenna.
• When parl,ing parallel to a curb, be sure to allow
.
for poles or obstructions as the front and rear por-
tions of the motor home swing wider than an
automobile. When parking on an incline, tum 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.
FUEL AND FUEL SYSTEMS
See the Chassis Operator's Manual in the Owner's
Information Package for fuel recommendations. Since
the generator fuel supply is the same as the motor
home engine fuel supply,consult the operating in-
structions for the generator before deciding on a fuel
type.
Fuel Fill
. The fuel filler cap is located on the side of the
·coach.· Modern fuel' systems may build up vapor
·pressure within the tankas the gasoline warms during
use
or hot weather. Under certain conditions, sud-
den release of this pressure when removing the
gasoline cap can spray gasoline from the fill open-
ing, causing a possible hazard.
WARNING: WHEN REMOVING THE GASOLINE
.
CAP, ROTATE: IT SLOWLY ONLY FAR ENOUGH
. TO ALLOW
PRESSURE TO RELEASE. AFTER
ANY "HISSING" SOUNDS STOP, COMPLETE
THE REMOVAL OF THE CAP.
· To protect the gasoline system from excessive
pressure or vacuum,
or from sudden release of.
pressure, replace lost caps with caps of the same
design available from your Fleetwood
motor home
dealer.
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Clean up fuel spills immediately. Raw fuel spiiled
on
the motor home could damage the exterior finish,
and is a serious fire hazard.
Fuel Types And Vapor Lock
Today's automotive fuel and emissions systems are
sophisticated and highly engineered to meet Federal
and state emissions standards. They are also
sometimes sensitive
to fuel types and blends, par-
ticularly blends that are qptimized for climatic condi-
tions. Fuel refiners change the additives in the fuel
to compensate for temperature variations during
winter or summer months. This compensation
changes the
"vapor pressure" of the fuel. This means
that the fuel vaporizes easier during the winter than
it does during the summer when higher air
temperatures help the fuel vaporize In the engine.
Since colder temperatures reduce the fuel's ability
to vaporize and bum in your engine, additives help
raise the volatility
of the fuel. This helps the engine
start easier and run smoother during
winter months.
Under the best
of conditions, the refiners supply their
gas station customers
with the correct fuel for their
location and seasonal conditions. Sometimes though,
fuel blended for
winter is supplied during summer
months.
. What this all means is that there is a possibility
of "vapor lock" during summer driVing. This condi-
tion is a combination of new engine design (with at-
tendant higher temperatures under the hood), and
excessive
fuel· vaporization' caused by the vapor
pressure
of the fuel you are. using. If your engine and
fuel system are properly tuned and maintained, you
should
not experience vapor lock. If vapor lockoccurs,
the fuel itself could be the cause. If at all possible,
check with the gas station attendant as to the fuel
blend before filling your fuel tank. If you PUrchase
your fuel from nationally recognized fuel dealers, your
chances
of vapor lock can be reduced. If you store
your
motor home during the winter months, avoid
storing large quantities
of winter blended fuel in the
tank. When you take the vehicle out of storage in the
spring or summer, this fuel may cause vapor lockuntil
it is used up.
Another note on long storage - if you plan to store
your
motor home for a long period in conditions of
widely varYing humidity, considertopping off the fuel
tank. This
will reduce the buildup of condensation
in
the tank that could cause rough engine operation,
fuel filterblockege, or other problems associated
with
water. in the fuel•
Alternative Fuel Types
Gasohol, a mixture of ethanol' (grai{l alcohol), or
methanol and gasoline may be used In your
motor
home engine without voiding the warranty. However,
DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES USE FUEL
BLENDS CONTAINING MORE THAN 5% METHANOL
OR 10% ETHANOL, AND DO NOT USE BLENDS THAT
CONTAIN BOTH METHANOL AND ETHANOL. Any

fUElI blend you use containing alcohol must also con-
tain cosolvents and other additives
to protect the fuel
system components. If you are not sure of the com-
position of the alcohol/gasoline blend you intend to
use, ask your service station operator. Discontinue
use of any alcohol/gasoline blend if driveability or fuel
system problems occur.
Chemical reactions between the fuel components
and
the materials in the fuel lines can cause deteriora-
tion of the fuel lines during storage periods: These
effects are especially noticeable
with gasohol blends.
If you plan to use alcohol blended fuel, and expect
to store your motor home for periods of 60 days or
more, add a fuel additive that is formulated . to
counteract these oxidation effects. Your dealer can
advise you on the proper additives and
their use.
If gasohol is spilled on a painted surface, some dull-
ing or softening of the paint may result.
Overheating
Operate and service the engine and cooling systems
in your vehicle
as recommended in the Chassis
Operator's
Manual.'
CARBONMONOXIDESAFETYPRECAUTIONS
Carbon monoxide is a colorless, tasteless, odorless
gas.
It .is a by-product of combustion In enginels).
The engines in your motor home and generatorsystem
I.if Installed) produce it constantly while they are run-
ning.
CARBON MONOXIDE IS DEADLY. Please read
;lnd understand the following precautions to protect
yourself and others from the effects of carbon monox-
Ide poisoning.
. WARN.ING: EXHAUST GASES ARE DEADLY. DO
NOT BLOCK THE TAILPIPES OR SITUATE THE
VEHICLE IN A PLACE WHERE THE EXHAUST
GASES HAVE ANY POSSIBILITY OF ACCUM-
ULATING
EITHER OUTSIDE, UNDERNEATH, OR
INSIDE YOUR VEHICLE OR ANY NEARBY
VEHICLES. OUTSIDE AIR MOVEMENTS CAN
CARRY EXHAUST GASES INSIDETHE VEHICLE
THROUGH WINDOWS
OR OTHER OPENINGS
REMOTE· FROM THE EXHAUST OUTLET.
OPERATE THE ENGINEIS) ONLY WHEN SAFE
DISPERSION
OF EXHAUST GASES CAN BE
ASSURED, AND MONITOR OUTSIDE CONDI-
TIONS
TO BE SURE THAT EXHAUST CON-
TINUES
TO BE DISPERSED SAFELY •
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Beware of exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) poison-
ing symptoms:
Dizziness
Intense Headache
Weakness and Sleepiness
Vomiting
Muscular Twitching
Throbbing in Temples
If symptoms indicate the possibility of carbon
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monoxide poisoning, tum off the engine(s) immediate-
ly,
get out into fresh air atonce, and summon medical
assistance.
WARNING: DO
NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUM-
STANCES OPERATE ANY ENGINE WHILE·
SLEEPING.
You would not be able to monitor outside condi-
tions to assure that engine exhaust does not enter
the interior, and you would not be alert to exhaust
odors or symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning.
During stops while traveling, inspect
the exhaust
systems
for road damage. Do not operate an engine
with a damaged exhaust system. . .
Check the exhaust system(s) during routine
maintenance, and repair any leaks, damage,
or
obstructions before further operations.
Do
not modify the exhaust system(s) in any way
without first consulting the RV manufacturer.
SAFETY TIPS
Read and understand the Chassis Operator's
Manual.
When backing the motor home, have a person stand
to the rear on the driver's side to guide you.
Before departing on a trip, check your routes.
Remember, some tunnels prohibit
motor homes with
LP gas systems.
Drive
at moderate speeds, particularly in traffic and
in
gusty wind conditions•
Allow extra distance for passing and stopping.
While traveling, make sure all occupants use
their
seat belts.
While traveling, make sure all doors are closed and
cabinets, drawers, and loose objects are secure.
Instruct your family on
what to do in case of fire,
and hold fire drills periodically.
Maintain proper charge in the fire extinguisher.
Gas detectors are available
from RV equipment
dealers,.and may be considered as safety accessories.
Keep a well stocked first-aid
kit handy.
Keep. a tool box handY,
Check tires often while traveling. Inside rear duals
should receive special attention,
as these tires may
go
flat and not be noticed. Running a flat on an in-
side dual could lead
to a tire fire that would be ex-
tremely difficult
to extinguish. Make it a habit to check
tire pressures
with an accurate tire gauge before each
trip, and when re-fueling give each tire a sharp rap

on the tread surface with a hammer or similar ob-
ject. Properly inflated tires produce a "bung" sound
when rapped. If the tire is flat, the sound will be a
dull
"thud".
ENGINE ACCESS
The top of the engine may be accessed for service
by removing the engine cover.
WARNING: WHEN INSTALLING THE ENGINE
COVER, BE SURE THE COVER IS FULLY SEATED
ON THE GASKET SEAL. DO NOT ALLOW
CARPETING, FLOOR MATS OR OTHER
, MATERIAL
10 INTERRUPT THE SEAL BETWEEN
THE COVER AND THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
IFTHE
ENGINE COVER IS NOT INSTALLED C,OR-
RECTLY,ENGINE EXHAUST GASES COULD
LEAk. INTO THE
PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
CREATING A SAFETY HAZARD. IF THE ENGINE
MUST
BE RUN WITH THE ENGINE COVER OFF
FOR MAINTENANCE PURPOSES, BE SURE THE
VEHICLE INTERIOR IS ADEQUATELY VEN-
TILATED.
TIRES
Your motor home is equipped with trucktires. Under
normal circumstances and
with proper maintenance,
you should receive thousands of miles of troublefree
service.
,For safety and maximum tire life, proper inflation
pressure must
be maintained. Motor hpme stability
is also affected significantly by tire pressure, and pro-
perly inflated tires,contributes to overall motor home
stability and safety. The load range and
maximum in-
flation pressure are stamped on thetire side wall. Keep
tires inflated to this rated cold pressure.
WARNING:
CHECK TIRE PRESSURES OFTEN.
ALWAYS CHECK PRESSURE WHEN TIRES ARE
COLD, AND DO NOT BLEED AIR OUT OF WARM
TIRES. FOLLOW THE TIRE PRESSURE INSTRUC-
'nONS
IN THE CHASSIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL.
WARNING:
KEEP TIRES PROPERLY INFLATED.
A
TIRE THAT IS RUN LONG DISTANCES OR AT
HIGH SPEEDS WHILE SERIOUSLY UNDER-
INFLATED WILL OVERHEAT TO THE POINT
WHERE THE TIRE MAY LOSE AIR SUDDENLY
ANDIOR
CATCH FIRE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN
DAMAGE 10 THE VEHICLE AND ITS CONTENTS
ANDIOR
PERSONAL INJURY.
NOTE: CHECK THE WHEEL COVERS PER-
IODICALLY. THEY COULD WORK LOOSE DUR-
ING DRIVING.
Tire Replacement
Replacement tires must be the same size and have
at least the same weight carrying capacity as the
,original equipment. The original equipment tires sup-
plied on your motorhome have
weight carrying
capacities to support gross axle
weight ratings
(GAWRI
as stated on the Federal Certification Tag
located on the' sidewall near the driver's seat.
For example,
if your motorhome has a front GAWR
of 4,000 pounds, each fronttire must have a minimum
single capacity
of 2,000 pounds. For a rear GAWR
of 7.400 pounds, each rear tire must have a minimum
capacity
of 1,850 pounds in dual configuration.
Refer to the
Federal Certification Tag for specific
axle capaCities for your
motor home. '
Changing A Flat Tire
CONSUI:r THE CHASSIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL FOR
INFORMATION ON TIRE CHANGING.
Even with good tire maintenance and normal driv-
ing, you may experience a flat tire. The best way to
, solve this problem is to summon professional help
through your auto ciub, travel service, or a iocai
truck
service facility. If none of these is available, and cir-
cumstances require you to change the tire yourself,
there are several items that you MUST be aware of
before you attempt to change a flat tire:
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Your motor home Is built on a van chassis, and
therefore rides ontruck wheels and tires. These
tires and wheels can weigh up
to 100 pounds
or more each. IF YOU ARE NOT PHYSICALLY
CAPABLE OF LIFTING AND MOVING 100
POUNDS OR MORE. DO NOT UNDER ANY CIR-
CUMSTANCES ATTEMPT TO CHANGE A FLAT
TIRE.
Truck tires and wheels are installed with the
wheel nuts tightened verytightly. IF YOU ARE
NOT CAPABLE OF BREAKING LOOSE NUTS
THAT HAVE BEEN TIGHTENED UP TO 180
LB./FT. OF TORQUE,'AND THEN RE=rIGH'rEN
TO THIS TORQUE, DO NOT UNDER ANY
CIRCUMSTANCES ATTEMPT 10 CHANGE A
FLAT TIRE. '
The motor home itself, with all of your travel
gear is extremely heavy. The axle jackfurnish-
ed with your motor home is capable of lifting
the weight on one wheel. or about one-fourth
of the total gross weight ,of the vehicle. The
ground or road surface under the vehicle may
not support the weight of the vehicle on the
small surface area of the jack. A strong board
or other
flat surface may be necessary under
the jack
to spread the load and stabilize the
jack. '
WARNING:
TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY
ANDIOR
PROPERTY DAMAGE IF A BLOWOUT
OR OTHER TIRE DAMAGE OCCURS, TRY TO
OBTAIN EXPERT TIRE SERVICE HELP. IF YOU
MUST REMOVE WHEELS AND CHANGE THE
TIRE WITHOUT PROFESSIONAL HELP. TAKE
OFF THE TIRE AND RIM ASSEMBLY AND PUT
ON THE SPARE TIRE AND RIM ASSEM8LY
FOLLOWING THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE