Fleetwood Tioga 1996 User manual

BY FLEElWCXJD®
1996

LIMITED ONE-YEARITHREE-YEAR
WARRANTY
FOR MOTOR HOMES MANUFACTURED BY SUBSIDIARIES OF FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES, INC.
SOLD IN THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA
COVERAGE PROVIDED
Your new motor home, including the structure, plumbing, healing and electrical systems, and all appliances and equipment installed by the manufacturer,
is warranted under normal use to be free from manufacturing defects
in material or workmanship.
The warranty extends to the first retail purchaser and his transferee(s) and begins on the date of original retail delivery or the dale the motor home is first
placed into service as a rental, commercial
or demonstrator unit (whichever occurs first). The warranty extends for the following periods:
1. For all defects (other than struclLfral) the warranty extends for a period of one year from such dale or unlil Ihe unit has received 15,000 lolal miles
of use as determined by the mileage shown on the odometer (whichever occurs first).
2. For structural defects, 3 years; structural defects are limited to the following: roof structure, sub·f1oor structure, exterior walls, interior walls and ceilings.
Written notice of defects must be given to the selling dealer
or manufacturer not later than ten (10) days after the expiration of the warranty period.
~ OWNER'S OBLIGATIONS
The owner is responsible for normal maintenance as described in the Owner's Manual; however, minor adjustments (such as adjustments to the interior or
exteriordoors, LP regulator pressure, cabinet latches, TV antenna control, etc.) will be performed by the dealer during the first 90 days of warranty
coverage. Thereafter, such adjustments are the responsibility of the owner
as normal maintenance unless required as a direct result of repair or
replacement of a defective part under this warra,nty.
If a problem occurs which the owner believes is covered by this warranty, the owner shall contact the selling dealer, or other authorized dealer, giving him
sufficient information to resolve Ihe mailer. The owner shall deliverthe motor home to the dealer or manufacturing plant location for warranty service.
DEALER'S OBLIGATIONS
By agreement with the manufacturer, the dealer is obligated to maintain the motor home prior to retail sale, to perform a detailed predelivery inspection
and to repair
or replace any parts necessary to correct defects in material or workmanship.
WHEN THE DEALER DOES NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM
If the dealer is unable or unwilling to resolve a problem which the owner is convinced is covered by the warranty, he should contact the manufacturing
plant
at the address listed below and provide the manufacturer with a description in writing of the problem and attempts made to resolve it.
MANUFACTURING PLANT OBLIGATIONS
Upon receipt of notice of a claim, where the dealer was unable or unwilling to resolve the problem, the manufacturing plant will repair or replace any parts
necessary to correct defects
in material or workmanship or will take other appropriate action as may be required.
WHEN THE MANUFACTURING PLANT DOES NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM
If the representatives of the manufacturing plant are unable to resolve the problem and the owner is convinced that it is covered by the warranty, the
owner should call the toll-free number listed below to describe Ihe problem and the attempts made to resolve it.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THE EXPRESS WARRANTY
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:
1. THE AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEM (INCLUDING THE CHASStS AND DRIVE TRAIN), TIRES AND BAITERIES, 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;
8. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THE OWNER'S MANUAL;
C. ALTERATION OR MODIFICATION OF THE MOTOR HOME;
D. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS (SALT, HAIL, CHEMICALS IN THE ATMOSPHERE, ETC.)
3. NORMAL DETERIORATION DUE TO WEAR OR EXPOSURE, SUCH AS FADING OF FABRICS OR DRAPES, CARPET WEAR, ETC.
4.
NORMAL MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE ITEMS, SUCH AS LIGHT BULBS, FUSES, WIPER BLADES, LUBRICANTS, ETC.
5. MOTOR HOMES ON WHICH THE ODOMETER READING HAS BEEN ALTERED.
6. TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM DEALER OR MANUFACTURING PLANT LOCATION, LOSS OF TIME, INCONVENIENCE, COMMERCIAL
LOSS, LOSS OF USE, TOWING CHARGES, BUS FARES, VEHICLE RENTAL, INCIDENTAL CHARGES SUCH AS TELEPHONE CALLS OR
HOTEL BILLS, OR OTHER INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE
!-IMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY UNDERTAKING, REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTV MADE BV ANY DEALER
OR OTHER PERSON BEYOND THOSE
EXPRESSLY SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY.
Brand Name:
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FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE ASSISTANCE:
Fleetwood Parts & Service
P.O. Box 5700
Riverside, CA 92507
[phone]
Fleetwood Parts & Service
P.O. Box 1007
Decatur, IN 46733
(800) 322·8216
Model:
___________ _ Serial No.
______ _
Fleetwood Parts & Service
P.O. Box 106
Paxinos, PA 17860
[phone]
CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS:
Motor Home DiviSion
Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc.
P.O. Box 7638
Riverside,
CA 92513·7638
(800) 322·8216

IMPORTANT NOTICE
Ourforest productsuppliers haveadvised that urea-formaldehydeis used in
the production of particle board, hardwood plywood or paneling which they
supply us and which we utilize in ourfinished product.These suppliers have
requested that we communicate this to our customers.
Foryour information, we are reproducing samples of statements which have
been provided to us by our suppliers.
WARNING: THIS PRODUCT IS MANUFACTURED WITH UREA-FORM-
ALDEHYDE RESIN. FORMALDEHYDE VAPOR
MAY IN SOME PEOPLE
CAUSE HEADACHES, EYE,
NOSE: AND THROAT IRRITATION, AND
AGGRAVATION OFALLERGIESAND RESPIRATORY PROElLEMS, SUCH
AS ASTHMA. PROPER VENTILATION SHOULD REDUCE THE RISK
OF
SUCH PROElLEMS.
Champion International Corporation
WARNING: IRRITANT' THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS A UREA-FORMAL-
DEHYDE RESIN AND MAY RELEASE FORMALDEHYDE VAPORS IN
LOW CONCENTRATIONS. FORMALDEHYDE CAN
ElE IRRITATING TO
THE EYES AND UPPER RESPIRATORY SYSTEM OF ESPECIALLY
SUSCEPTIElLE PERSONS SUCH AS THOSE WITH ALLERGIES OR
RESPIRATORY AILMENTS. USE WITH ADEQUATE VENTILATION. IF
SYMPTOMS DEVELOP, CONSULTYOUR PHYSICIAN.
Georgia~PaGifjc Corporation
WARNING: THIS PRODUCT IS MANUFACTURED WITH A UREA-
FORMALDEHYDE RESIN ANDWILL RELEASE SMALL QUANTITIES OF
FORMALDEHYDE. FORMALDEHYDELEVELS INTHEINDOORAIR CAN
CAUSE TEMPORARY EYE AND RESPIRATORY IRRITATION, AND MAY
AGGRAVATE RESPIRATORY CONDITIONS OR ALLERGIES. VENTILA-
TION WILL REDUCE INDOOR FORMALDEHYDE LEVELS.
Weyerhaeuser Company
Ventilation is important in maintaining a comfortable environment and we
direct your attention to the discussion of ventilation contained in your
Owner's Manual.

SAFETY REGULATIONS REGARDING LP GAS
SYSTEMS AND
LP GAS APPLIANCES
The manufacturer of this recreational vehicle is required to furnish the following consumer information as provided by
the National Fire Protection Association and the American National Standards Institute. The information and warnings
found here may also be found in other chapters of this Owner's Manual. Please see chapters titled "LP GAS SYSTEM"
and "APPLIANCES" for other safety and operating information.
WARNING
LP GAS CONTAINERS SHALLNOT BE PLACED OR STORED INSIDE THE VEHICLE. LP GAS CONTAINERS ARE
EQUIPPEDWITH SAFETY DEVICES WHICH RELIEVE EXCESSIVE PRESSURE BY DISCHARGING GAS TO THE
ATMOSPHERE.
WARNING
IT IS NOT SAFE TO USE COOKING APPLIANCES FOR COMFORT HEATING. COOKING APPLIANCES NEED
FRESH AIR FOR SAFE OPERATION. BEFORE OPERATION:
1. OPEN OVERHEAD VENT OR TURN ON EXHAUST FAN, AND
2. OPEN WINDOW.
THIS WARNING LABEL HAS BEEN LOCATED IN THE COOKING AREA
TO REMIND YOU TO PROVIDE AN
ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF FRESH AIR FOR COMBUSTION. UNLIKE HOMES, THE AMOUNT OF OXYGEN SUPPLY
IS LIMITED DUE TO THE SIZE OF THE RECREATIONAL VEHICLE, AND PROPER VENTILATION WHEN USING
THE COOKING APPLIANCE(S) WILL AVOID DANGERS OF ASPHYXIATION. IT IS ESPECIALL YIMPORTANT
THAT COOKING APPLIANCES NOT BE USED FOR COMFORT HEATING AS THE DANGER OF ASPHYXIATION
IS GREATER WHEN THE APPLIANCE IS USED FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME.
WARNING
PORTABLE FUEL-BURNING EQUIPMENT, INCLUDING WOOD AND CHARCOALGRILLS AND STOVES, SHALL
NOT BE USED INSIDE THIS RECREATIONAL VEHICLE. THE USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT INSIDE THE RECREA-
TIONAL VEHICLE MAY CAUSE FIRES
OR ASPHYXIATION.
WARNING
DO NOT BRING OR STORE LP GAS CONTAINERS, GASOLINE, OR OTHER FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS INSIDE THE
VEHICLE BECAUSE A FIRE OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT.
Awarninglabel hasbeen located nearthe
LP gascontainer. This label reads: DO NOTFILLCONTAINER(S)TO MORE
THAN 80 PERCENT OF CAPACITY.
Overfilling the LP gas container can result in uncontrolled gas flow which can cause fire or explosion. A properly filled
container will contain approximately 80 percent of its volume as liquid LP gas.
The following label has been placed in the vehicle near the range:
IF YOU SMELL GAS:
1. Extinguish any open flames, pilot lights and all smoking materials.
2. Do not touch electrical switches.
3. Shut off the gas supply at the tank valve(s) or gas supply connection.
4. Open doors and other ventilating openings.
5. Leave the area until odor clears.
6. Have the gas system checked and leakage source corrected before using again.
LP gas regulators must always be installed with the diaphragm vent facing downward. Regulators that are not in
compartments have been equipped with a protective cover. Make sure that regulatorventfaces downward and the cover
is kept in place to minimize vent blockage whiCh could result in excessive gas pressure causing fire or explosion.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARRANTY
Entry Doors and Screens .................................... 13
NOTICES AND WARNINGS
Windows ............................................................. 13
Introduction ............................................................. 1 Emergency Exit Window .................................
13
Side Slider Windows ....................................... 13
Warranties ............................................................. 1
Sun Visors ........................................................... 13
Reporting Safety Defects ......................................2
Mini-Blinds .......................................................... 13
Owner's Information Package ...............................2
Chassis and Vehicle Identification .........................3
Storage ............................................................... 13
Exterior Compartments................................... 13
On the Road .............................................................5 Interior Storage ............................................... 14
Motor Home Loading .............................................5
Interior and Furnishings ............... ~ ...................... 14
Responsibility for Proper Loading .....................5 Dinette Conversion ......................................... 14
A Few Definitions First ......................................5 Sofa/Lounge Conversion................................. 14
Towing a Vehicle or Trailer .....................................5 Folding Doors/Privacy Curtain Dividers ......... 14
Carrying Capacity and Load Distribution ... ...... 6 Interior Lighting ..............................................,
14
How to Weigh Your Loaded Motor Home Overhead Vents .............................................. 14
Without a Trailer or Other Towed Load ............. 6
Monitor Panel ...................................................... 15
How to Weigh Your Loaded Motor Home
With a Trailer
or OtherTowed Load .................. 7
Loading Tips .....................................................8
Tires ......................................................................8
Tire Inflation ......................................................8
Effects of Long Term Occupancy ........................ 15
Ventilation and Controlling Condensation ...... 16
Fire Safety ........................................................... 16
Fire Safety Precautions................................... 16
Smoke Detector.............................................. 17
Tire Replacement .............................................8
If You Get a Flat Tire .........................................8
Spare Tire Carrier .............................................9
Changing a Flat Tire .........................................9
Seats and Seat Belts.............................................9
Plumbing Systems ................................................ 19
Fresh Water System ............................................ 19
City Water Connection .................................... 19
The Water Pump ............................................. 20
Driver/PassengerSeats ....................................9
Seat Belts .........................................................9
Water Filter ..................................................... 20
Troubleshooting the Fresh Water System ...... 20
Child Restraint ..................................................9 Leaks ..............................................................
20
Driving and Parking ............................................. 10
Fuel and Fuel Systems ....................................... 10
Fuel Fill ........................................................... 10
Sanitizing the Fresh Water System ................ 20
Exterior Shower .............................................. 21
Waste Water System ........................................... 21
Fuel Types and Vapor Lock .. ........................... 11
General Chassis Topics....................................... 11
Variable Speed Engine Fan .. .......................... 11
Toilet ............................................................... 21
Draining the Holding Tanks ............................. 21
Holding Tank Care ... ....................................... 22
Exhaust System Heat ..................................... 11
Electrical Systems ................................................. 23
Carbon Monoxide
Chassis Electrical System ................................... 23
Safety Precautions .............................................. 11
Chassis Bulbs and Fuses ............................... 23
Carbon Monoxide Detector............................. 12
12-Volt Coach System ......................................... 23
Emergency Towing .............................................. 12
Auxiliary Start System..................................... 23
Attaching Accessories to
Battery Inspection and Care ........................... 23
Your Motor Home ................................................ 12
Engine Temperature Gauges .............................. 12 Battery Charging.............................................
24
Selecting a Replacement Battery ................... 24
Living with Your Motor Home ............................... 13
120- Volt System .................................................. 24
Manual Entry Steps ............................................. 13
Power Converter ... .......................................... 24
Entry Assist Handle ............................................. 13
Ground Fault Interrupter ................................. 24