Itasca Meridian 2005 User manual

September 2007 132000-08-005
EMERGENCY INFORMATION
YOUR WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES DEALER
Name ____________________________________________________________________________
Address __________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
Contact Person _____________________________________________________________________
Phone ____________________________________________________________________________
CHASSIS DEALER/SERVICE CENTER
Name ____________________________________________________________________________
Address __________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
Contact Person _____________________________________________________________________
Phone ____________________________________________________________________________
INSURANCE POLICY
Company _________________________________________________________________________
Policy Number _____________________________________________________________________
Phone ____________________________________________________________________________
OWNER’S NAME
STREET ADDRESS
CITY AND STATE (OR PROVINCE IN CANADA)
MOTOR HOME SERIAL NUMBER
VEHICLE CHASSIS IDENTIFICATION NO. (VIN)
DATE OF DELIVERY TO FIRST RETAIL PURCHASER
VEHICLE MILEAGE AT TIME OF DELIVERY
SELLING DEALER NAME AND ADDRESS

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section One ................................................................................................... Specifications
Section Two ..................................................................................................... Introduction
Section Three.............................................................. Getting to Know Your Motor Home
Section Four ....................................................................................... Roadside Emergency
Section Five.........................................................................................................Dash/Auto
Section Six................................................................................... Appliances & Equipment
Section Seven ..........................................................................Heating & Air Conditioning
Section Eight ............................................................................................... LP Gas System
Section Nine ............................................................................................. Electrical System
Section Ten............................................................................................. Plumbing Systems
Section Eleven............................................................................................... Entertainment
Section Twelve.................................................................................Furniture & Softgoods
Section Thirteen ........................................................................................... Slideout Room
Section Fourteen..................................................................................Care & Maintenance
Section Fifteen..........................................................................................................Chassis

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SECTION 1 SPECIFICATIONS
1 - SPECIFICATIONS
*LP Gas tank capacity shown is the usable “full” LP gas capacity, which is 80% of the tank manufac-
turer’s listed water capacity (w.c. shown in parenthesis). An LP tank must have at least 20% of tank
volume free to allow for expansion and proper vaporization of the liquid fuel. The tank is also equipped
with mandatory safety shut-off equipment that prevents filling above this level.
TANK CAPACITIES
Chassis Fuel Tank
Freightliner - Diesel fuel - dual fills (all models) ............................................90 gal.
LP Gas Tank
All Models ...............................................................................31 gal.* (39 gal. w.c.)
Fresh Water Tank
All Models .......................................................................................................83 gal.
Water Heater
All Models .......................................................................................................10 gal.
HT1 - Black Water Holding Tank
Model 32T (Toilet)...........................................................................................64 gal.
Model 34H (Toilet) ..........................................................................................62 gal.
Model 36G (Toilet) ..........................................................................................54 gal.
Model 39F (Toilet)...........................................................................................62 gal.
Model 39K (Toilet) ..........................................................................................54 gal.
HT2 - Gray Water Holding Tank
Model 32T (Galley, Shower & Lavatory)........................................................53 gal.
Model 34H (Galley, Shower & Lavatory) .......................................................54 gal.
Model 36G (Galley, Shower & Lavatory) .......................................................55 gal.
Model 39F (Galley, Shower & Lavatory) ........................................................55 gal.
Model 39K (Galley, Shower & Lavatory) .......................................................55 gal.

*NOTE: The height of each model is based on the curb weight of a typically equipped unit and is mea-
s
ured to the highest standard feature on the roof. The actual height of a vehicle may vary by several
inches depending on equipment.
BODY & CHASSIS SPECIFICATIONS
32T 34H 36G 39F 39K
Length (Bumper to Bumper) 32’ 7.7” 34’ 9” 36’ 5” 39’ 4” 39’ 4”
Interior Width 96.5” 96.5” 96.5” 96.5” 96.5”
Exterior Width 101.5” 101.5” 101.5” 101.5” 101.5”
Interior Height 6’ 8” 6’ 8” 6’ 8” 6’ 8” 6’ 8”
Exterior Height* 11’ 7” 11’ 6” 11’ 7” 11’ 9” 11’ 7”
Exterior Storage (cu. ft.) 83.3 89.6 104.9 86.5 141.6
5-Speed
GCWR(lbs.) —————
GVWR(lbs.) —————
GAWR-Front(lbs.) —————
GAWR - Rear (lbs.) —————
Wheelbase —————
6-Speed
GCWR (lbs.) 37,910 37,910 37,910 37,910 37,910
GVWR (lbs.) 27,910 27,910 27,910 27,910 27,910
GAWR - Front (lbs.) 10,410 10,410 10,410 10,410 10,410
GAWR - Rear (lbs.) 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500
Wheelbase 190” 208” 228” 262” 262”

SECTION 2 INTRODUCTION
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2 - INTRODUCTION
IMPORTANT: Before driving your vehicle, be
sure you have read the entire operator’s manual
and that you understand your vehicle’s equip-
ment completely and how to use the equipment
safely.
NOTE: The descriptions, illustrations, and
specifications in this manual were
correct at the time of printing. We
reserve the right to change specifications
or design without notice, and without
incurring obligation to install the same
on products previously manufactured.
Congratulations! We welcome you to the ex-
citing world of motor home travel and camping.
You will find it convenient and enjoyable to have
all the comforts of home and still enjoy the great
outdoors wherever you choose to go.
Your motor home has been carefully de-
signed, engineered and manufactured to provide
dependability as well as safety. Before sliding
into the driver’s seat, please become familiar
with operations and features. This manual was
prepared to aid you in the proper care and opera-
tion of the vehicle and equipment. We urge you
to read it completely. In addition, spend some
time with the dealer when you take delivery; you
will want to learn all you can about your new
motor home.
Read and understand all instructions and pre-
cautions in this manual before operating your
new motor home.
ABOUT THIS MANUAL
This manual describes many features of your
motor home and includes 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. Because of Win-
nebago Industries’ continuous program of prod-
uct improvement, it is possible that recent
product changes and information may not be
included. The instructions included in this man-
ual are intended as a guide, and in no way extend
the responsibilities of Winnebago Industries
beyond the standard written warranty as pre-
sented in this manual.
Please read this operator’s manual complete-
ly to understand how everything in your coach
works before taking it on its “maiden voyage.”
This manual is a guide to safe operation of the
features, equipment and controls in this coach.
Some equipment, such as the vehicle chassis and
certain electronic systems or appliances, have
their own comprehensive, manufacturer supplied
manuals or information sheets which describe the
operation of these products in great detail. This
manual will refer you to the manufacturer’s in-
formation included in your Owner InfoCase
whenever necessary.
We also urge you to read the complete
Chassis Operating Guide provided by the
chassis maker and all other operating infor-
mation provided by our equipment suppliers
and manufacturers. This is contained in your
Owner Infocase.
This manual should be kept in the vehicle at
all times for personal reference. The operator’s
manual, InfoCase and chassis operating guide are
to be considered permanent components of this
vehicle. They should remain in the vehicle when
sold to provide the next owner with important
safety, operating and maintenance information.
SAFETY MESSAGES USED IN THIS
MANUAL
Throughout this manual, certain items are
labeled Note, Caution, Warning or Danger.
These terms alert you to precautions that may
involve damage to your vehicle or a risk to your
personal safety. Read and follow them carefully.
DANGER indicates a directly hazard-
ous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious personal
injury.
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.
NOTE: A ‘Note’ is not necessarily safety related
but indicates a recommendation or spe-
cial point of information that could assist
in understanding the use or care of a fea-
ture item.
CHASSIS OPERATING GUIDE
Throughout this manual, frequent reference
is made to the vehicle chassis operating guide.
The chassis guide is the operator’s manual
provided by the manufacturer of the chassis on
which this motor home is built (e.g., Freightlin-
er). Consult the chassis guide for operating safety
and maintenance instructions pertaining to the
chassis section of the motor home.
DIESEL ENGINE MANUAL
Consult your Caterpillar or Cummins Diesel
Engine Operation and Maintenance Manual for
information on all engine related topics such as
engine maintenance, fluid level checks, capaci-
ties, and service parts, etc.
OWNER INFOCASE
The materials in your Owner InfoCase con-
tain warranty information and operating and
maintenance instructions for the various appli-
ances and components in your motor home.
Warranty registration cards for these items
should be filled out and mailed as soon as possi-
ble after you take delivery of your motor home.
If you do not have operating instructions for a
particular appliance, contact your dealer.
OPTIONS AND EQUIPMENT
This model is available in several sizes and
floorplans, so accessories and components may
differ slightly between models. Some equipment
described in this manual may not apply to your
coach.
PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION
This motor home has been thoroughly
inspected before shipment. Your dealer is
responsible for performing a complete pre-deliv-
ery inspection of the chassis and all motor home
components.
As a part of the pre-delivery inspection proce-
dure, the dealer is responsible for road testing
the motor home; noting and correcting any prob-
lems before delivery.
FRONT AXLE TIRE ALIGNMENT
We recommend that you have the front sus-
pension and steering alignment checked and ad-
justed after you have fully loaded the vehicle
according to your needs. Thereafter, have align-
ment inspected periodically to maintain vehicle
steering performance and prevent uneven tire
wear.
BEFORE DRIVING
Before sitting in the driver’s seat, always
check around your vehicle to be sure you have
proper clearance for maneuvering. If necessary,
WARNING indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or seri-
ous personal injury.
CAUTION indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in damage
mainly to equipment or property, but
in some cases may also result in
minor or moderate personal injury.
WARNING
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have a passenger help guide you into or out of a
difficult parking space.
Although your coach features automotive
conveniences like power steering and power
brakes, driving a motor home is different than
driving a car. A motor home is larger and heavier
than an automobile, so it requires more stopping
and passing distance, and more parking and ma-
neuvering space than does a car.
Always be aware of the size of your motor
home. The added height of TV antennas or lug-
gage boxes may cause clearance problems
around some tunnels, canopies and hanging
signs. Know the height of your unit so you can
observe posted clearance limits. Also, remember
that some bridges, old ones in particular, may not
support the weight of your motor home. Know
the weight of your unit and observe any posted
weight limits.
Remember: Always use your seat belt and be
sure your passengers do so as well. We also ad-
vise making frequent rest stops while traveling to
relieve stress on yourself, your passengers and
your vehicle.
SERVICE AND ASSISTANCE
Your dealer will be glad to provide any addi-
tional information you need, as well as answer
any questions you might have about operating the
equipment in your motor home. When it comes to
service, remember that your dealer knows your
vehicle best and is interested in your satisfaction.
Your dealer will provide quality maintenance and
any other assistance that you may require during
your ownership of this vehicle.
If you need warranty repairs while traveling
you may take your motor home to any authorized
Winnebago or Itasca dealership and request their
assistance.
See the dealership directory in your Owner
InfoCase.
WARRANTY
Your new vehicle is covered by a factory
warranty against defects in material and work-
manship. This warranty should be validated im-
mediately and returned to the factory by your
dealer. For additional information, see your
“New Vehicle Limited Warranty” included at the
front of this manual.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect
which could cause a crash or could cause injury
or death, you should immediately inform the Na-
tional Highway Traffic Safety Administration
(NHTSA) in addition to notifying Winnebago In-
dustries, Inc.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it
may open an investigation, and if it finds that a
safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may
order a recall and remedy campaign. However,
NHTSA cannot become involved in individual
problems between you, your dealer, or Winneba-
go Industries.
To contact NHTSA, you may either call the
Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393
(or 366-0123 in Washington, D.C. area) or write
to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation,
Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain
other information about motor vehicle safety
from the Hotline.

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VEHICLE CERTIFICATION LABEL
This label contains vehicle identification and other important reference information. If your vehicle has
a driver door, this label is affixed to the lower inside panel of the door or on the door jamb. If your coach
does not have a driver door, the label is affixed to the armrest panel or wall to the left of the driver seat.
EXPLANATION OF DATA
1. Chassis manufacturer.
2. Chassis manufacture date.
3. Month and year of manufacture at Win-
nebago Industries.
4. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: Total permis-
sible weight of the vehicle, including driver,
passengers, total cargo carried (including all
liquids) and equipped with all options.
5. Gross Axle Weight Rating: Total permissible
weight allowed for the front and rear axles
(listed in pounds and kilograms).
6. Suitable Tire Choice: Tires recommended to
meet handling and safety requirements.
When replacing any of the tires on your
vehicle, always replace with a tire that meets
these specifications.
7. Suitable Rim Choice: Wheel rims recom-
mended to meet handling and safety require-
ments. When replacing any of the rims on
your vehicle, always replace with a rim that
meets these specifications.
8. Cold Inflation Pressure: Inflation pressures
recommended at Gross Axle Weight Rating
(while Cold) for the tires originally equipped
on your vehicle. These pressure levels must
be maintained to assure proper handling,
safety and fuel economy.
9. Axle Configuration: Single or Dual wheels
as it relates to the inflation.
10. Serial Number: This is the serial number
assigned to the completed vehicle by Win-
nebago Industries.
11. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): This
number identifies the chassis on which the
motor home is built. The 10th digit of the
VIN designates the chassis model year.
(4=2004, 5=2005, etc.). This information is
useful when ordering chassis repair parts.
12. Type: States the NHTSA designated usage
classification for your motor home. MPV
signifies a Multi-purpose Passenger Vehicle.
13. Model: Lists the Winnebago product model
number of your vehicle.
14. Color: Signifies the color code number of the
decor used throughout the vehicle. This
number is necessary for ordering replace-
ment cushions, curtains, carpet, etc.

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Read and understand all instructions and pre-
cautions in this manual before operating your
new motor home.
GENERAL WARNINGS
•Only seats equipped with seat belts are to be
occupied while the vehicle is moving.
•Make sure all passengers have seat belts
fastened in a low and snug position so the
force exerted by the belt in a collision will be
spread across the strong hip area. Pregnant
women should wear a lap-shoulder belt
whenever possible with the lap belt portion
worn low and snug throughout the pregnan-
cy.
•All moveable or swiveling seats should be
placed and locked in forward facing positions
while the vehicle is moving.
•Never let passengers stand or kneel on seats
while the vehicle is moving.
•Sleeping facilities are not to be utilized while
vehicle is moving.
•Examine the escape window and be familiar
with its operation.
•Ιnspect the fire extinguisher monthly for
proper charge and operating condition. This
should also be done before beginning a vaca-
tion or any extended trip.
DRIVING
•Do not attempt to adjust the driver’s seat
while the vehicle is moving.
•Do not adjust tilt steering in a moving vehi-
cle.
•Do not operate the cruise control on icy or ex-
tremely wet roads, winding roads, in heavy
traffic, or in any other traffic situation where
a constant speed cannot be maintained.
•Use care when accelerating or decelerating
on a slippery surface. Abrupt speed changes
can cause skidding and loss of control.
•Driving through water deep enough to wet
the brakes may affect stopping distance or
cause the vehicle to pull to one side. Check
brake operation in a safe area to be sure they
have not been affected. Never operate any
vehicle if a difference in braking efficiency is
noticeable.
•Adverse weather conditions and extremes in
terrain may affect handling and/or perfor-
mance of your vehicle. Refer to your chassis
manual for related information.
FORMALDEHYDE INFORMATION
Some components in this vehicle con-
tain formaldehyde based adhesives
which may release formaldehyde
fumes into the air for an unknown
period of time until total dissipation
occurs. Individuals who are allergic
to formaldehyde gas fumes may
experience irritation to eyes, ears,
nose and throat. Reaction in infants
may be more severe. Although long
range effects are not well understood,
testing to date has not revealed any
serious health effects in humans at the
level of emission from these prod-
ucts.
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CARBON MONOXIDE WARNING
The best protection against carbon monoxide
entry into the vehicle body is a properly main-
tained engine exhaust and ventilation system. It is
recommended that the exhaust system and body
be inspected by a qualified motor home service
center:
• Each time the vehicle is serviced for an oil
change.
• Whenever a change in the sound of the
exhaust system is noticed.
• Whenever the exhaust system, underbody or
rear of the vehicle is damaged.
To allow proper operation of the vehicle’s
ventilation system, keep front ventilation inlet
grill clear of snow, leaves or other obstructions at
all times. DO NOT OCCUPY A PARKED
VEHICLE WITH ENGINE RUNNING FOR
AN EXTENDED PERIOD.
Do not run engine in confined areas, such as a
garage, except to move vehicle into or out of the
area.
CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM
Your coach is equipped with a carbon monox-
ide (CO) alarm located on the ceiling in the bed-
room area. The CO alarm is powered by a 9-volt
battery and has a sensor that is designed to detect
toxic carbon monoxide gas fumes resulting from
incomplete combustion of fuel. It will detect CO
gas from any combustion source such as the fur-
nace, gas range/oven, water heater, refrigerator,
chassis engine, and electric generator engine.
Monthly Testing
Press the TEST button on the face of the alarm
at least monthly to check the function of the
alarm and condition of the battery. If the alarm
begins to beep every few seconds, the battery
may be weak and need replacement. (Press the
TEST button to be sure before replacing the bat-
tery. If the alarm sounds, the battery may still be
okay. If the alarm still beeps every few seconds,
check the smoke detector also. The “low battery”
warning beep is similar on many alarm devices,
so the origin of this electronic sound can be de-
ceiving.)
Further Information
Please read the information provided by the
manufacturer, which is included in your Owner
InfoCase. It includes information on precautions,
operational testing, and battery/sensor replace-
ment.
EMERGENCY EXITS
Swing-Out Side Escape Window
The bedroom side escape window is secured
by two red safety latches at the bottom of the
window.
Avoid inhaling exhaust gases, as they
contain carbon monoxide, which is a
colorless, odorless and poisonous gas.
WARNING
Use care when exiting emergency
window, as broken glass may be
present in the exit area.
Carbon Monoxide Alarm
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To open, lift both latches up and toward the
center of the window, then push outward near the
bottom of the window.
Using Slider Windows As Emergency
Exits
Most slider windows along the side of the
motor home can also be used as emergency exits,
should the need arise. To use the windows as
exits, first slide the window open, then slide the
screen open or push the screen material out,
depending on window type.
FIRE EXTINGUISHER
A dry chemical fire extinguisher is located
beneath the passenger front seat near the main
entrance door.
We recommend that you become thoroughly
familiar with the operating instructions displayed
on the side of the fire extinguisher or in the infor-
mation supplied in your Owner InfoCase.
We also recommend that you inspect the fire
extinguisher for proper charge at least once a
month in accordance with National Fire Protec-
tion Association (NFPA) recommendations as
stated on the label.
If the charge is insufficient, the fire extin-
guisher must be replaced.
SMOKE ALARM
Your motor home is equipped with a smoke
alarm located on the ceiling in the galley area.
This alarm meets U.L. Standard 217 and NFPA
Standard 74 for operation of smoke detection
devices.
The following label is affixed either to the
smoke alarm or on the ceiling near the smoke
alarm.
This window should be kept closed
while driving to avoid drawing dan-
gerous exhaust gases into the vehicle.
Lift latch handles upward to open.
Escape Window
WARNING
Do not test the fire extinguisher by
discharging it. Partial discharge can
cause leakage of pressure or contents
which would render the unit inopera-
tive when needed. When using the
fire extinguisher, aim the spray at the
base of the fire.
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See your Owner InfoCase for further informa-
tion.
“KEY ONE” LOCK SYSTEM
Your coach is equipped with the Key One lock
system. A single key will open every door lock in
the entire motor home (except the security dead-
bolt lock on the entrance door).
The key number for your coach is registered in
our factory database, so if you ever lose your
keys, any Winnebago Industries dealership can
easily order a new key for you. They are also
equipped with special master keys and can un-
lock your coach for you if needed.
POWER DOOR LOCK - with Keyless
Remote Entry System
The power door locks control the main side
entrance door and storage compartment locks.
The switches are located on the entry switch
panel.
Keyless Remote Entry System
The keyless entry is a remote control power
door lock system. This feature allows you to un-
lock or lock your entrance door and cargo doors
from outside the coach without using a key.
Lock: When you leave the coach, simply press
the “lock” button on the remote transmitter
attached to your key ring. The entrance door will
lock. Your parking lights will flash once to tell
you that the door has locked.
Unlock: When you return to the coach, press the
“Unlock” button on the transmitter and your
parking lights will flash twice to tell you that the
door has unlocked. The porch light and passen-
ger map light will also come on for 20 seconds
to light your way to the coach.
Press button to test
Smoke Alarm
Entrance Door Locks
Storage Compartment
Door Locks
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If You Lose a Remote: Your dealer can order a
replacement remote key ring transmitter if you
should lose one, or if you simply want a spare.
When you get a new remote unit, the receiver/
control unit in the coach must be programmed to
recognize the signal code of the new remote. For
simple programming instructions, refer to the
remote lock manufacturer’s information in your
Owner InfoCase. If you do not wish to do this
yourself, you can see your dealer to have the
receiver/control unit programmed for you.
Replacing Batteries in Remote Units: The bat-
tery should last for one year under normal use.
When the transmitting range of the remote unit
drops, the battery is probably becoming weak.
1. Remove remote unit from key ring and lay
face down.
2. Remove screws from rear corners of case.
3. Open transmitter case. Do not lose key ring
swivel. It is not fastened to case.
4. Remove old battery and insert new battery in
same direction (+/-) as old battery.
5. Close case and replace case screws.
The compact 12 volt battery used in these
units is available at most electronic shops and
camera shops.
Recommended 12 volt battery:
Gold Peak GP27A or GP23A
Bronica B-1
Radio Shack #23-144 or #23-279
NOTE: Keys should always be removed when
leaving the vehicle. Since doors can be
locked without keys, make sure they have
been removed from the ignition before
locking the driver’s compartment.
SEATS
The driver and co-pilot seats may be indepen-
dently adjusted to suit individual preference.
The seats may be swiveled to provide easy en-
trance and exit. The swivel feature also allows
the seats on most models to be turned toward the
living area for additional seating while the unit is
parked.
Front Seats
Manual Seat Adjustments
6-Way Power Driver Seat - Optional
The power seat controls are located on the
lower right hand side of the driver seat base.
Do not adjust driver’s seat while vehi-
cle is in motion.
After adjusting seat, always use body
pressure to make sure slide and
swivel locking mechanism have
engaged.
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To Face Driver’s Seat Rearward:
Manual Seat
• Tilt the steering wheel all the way up and
extend the telescoping column all the way
out.
• Put the left armrest down.
• Swivel the seat to the right until it just con-
tacts the steering wheel, then slide the seat
forward all the way.
• Lift the recliner lever and let the seat back
tilt forward to clear the steering wheel.
• Swivel the seat the rest of the way to face the
living area.
• Position the tilt wheel down and the column
all the way in to provide maximum clearance
to recline the seat.
• Reverse the procedure to face the seat for-
ward.
Power Seat
• Tilt the steering wheel all the way up and put
the left armrest down.
• Move the seat rearward fully and then for-
ward a few inches.
• Swivel the seat to the right until it just con-
tacts the steering wheel, then move the seat
forward all the way to clear the steering
wheel.
• Swivel the seat the rest of the way to face the
living area.
• Collapse the steering column all the way and
position the tilt wheel down to provide maxi-
mum clearance to recline the seat.
• Reverse the procedure to face the seat for-
ward.
Armrest Adjustment
The armrests may be swung upward out of the
way for easy exit or access to the front seats. A
roller on the underside of the front of the armrest
also lets you adjust the resting angle for personal
comfort, whether the seat is upright or reclined.
SEAT BELTS
Seats intended for occupancy while the vehi-
cle is in motion are equipped with seat belts for
the protection of the driver and passengers.
Lap Belts
The lap belts must be worn as low as possible
and fit snugly across the hip area. Always sit
erect and well back into the seat. To gain full pro-
tection of the safety belt, never let more than one
person use the same safety belt at any one time,
and do not let the safety belts become damaged
by pinching them in the doors or in the seat mech-
anism. After any serious accident, any seat belts
which were in use at the time should be replaced.
Hip Area
Up/Down
Main Seat
Position
Up/Down
Fore/Aft
Knee Area
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Adjustment: To lengthen belt, turn tongue at a
right angle to belt and pull to desired length. To
shorten, pull loose end of belt.
To Fasten: Be sure belt is not twisted. Grasp
each part of the belt assembly and push tongue
into buckle. Adjust to a snug fit by pulling the
loose end away from the tongue.
To Release: Press button in center of buckle and
slide tongue out of buckle.
Lap-Shoulder Belts
Fastening: Hold the belt just behind the
tongue using the hand nearest to the door. Next,
bring the belt across the body and insert the
tongue into the buckle until the latch engages.
Unfastening: Press the release button in the
buckle. Hold onto the tongue when you release it
from the buckle to keep it from retracting too rap-
idly.
When the lap-shoulder belt is in use, the lap
belt must ride low across the hip area and the
shoulder belt must ride diagonally over the shoul-
der toward the buckle.
The shoulder belt is designed to lock only dur-
ing a sudden stop, sudden body movement or a
collision. At all other times it will move freely
with the occupant.
Seat Belt Care and Cleaning
•Be careful not to damage the belt webbing
and hardware. Take care not to pinch them in
the seat or doors.
•Inspect the belts and hardware periodically.
Check for cuts, frays, and loose parts. Dam-
aged parts should be replaced. Do not remove
or modify the belt system.
•Keep belts clean and dry. If the belts need
cleaning, use only a mild soap and water
solution. Do not use hot water. Do not use
abrasive cleaners or bleach. These products
may weaken or damage the belts.
•Replace any belt assembly that was used dur-
ing a severe impact. Replace the complete as-
sembly even if damage is not apparent.
CHILD RESTRAINTS
A properly installed and secured child re-
straint system can help reduce the chance or se-
verity of personal injury to a child in an accident
or during a sudden maneuver. Children may be
injured in an accident if they are not seated in a
child restraint which is properly secured.
A child restraint system is designed to be se-
cured in a vehicle seat by a lap belt or the lap belt
portion of a lap-shoulder belt. According to acci-
dent statistics, children are also safer when prop-
erly restrained in rear seating positions than in
front seating positions.
If your coach has a dinette, a child seat tether
anchor loop is located in the floor of the coach
directly behind the forward facing dinette seat.
The dinette table must be in the lowered position
when a child seat is in use.
Snug and low belt positions are
essential. This will ensure that the
force exerted by the lap belt in a colli-
sion is spread over the strong hip area
and not across the abdomen, which
could result in serious injury.
Only seats equipped with seat belts
are to be occupied while vehicle is in
motion.
1
2
3
1. PULL TO TIGHTEN.
2. TONGUE.
3. PUSH TO RELEASE.
WARNING
Never wear the shoulder belt in any
position other than as stated above.
Failure to do so could increase the
chance or extent of injury in a colli-
sion.
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When purchasing a child restraint system:
1. Look for the label certifying that it meets all
applicable safety standards.
2. Make sure that it will attach to your vehicle
and restrain your child securely and conve-
niently so that you are able to install it cor-
rectly each time it is used.
3. Be certain that it is appropriate for the child's
height, weight and development. The
instructions and/or the regulation label
attached to the restraint typically provides
this information.
4. Review the instructions for installation and
use of the restraint. Be sure that you under-
stand them fully and can install the restraint
properly and safely in your vehicle.
POWER ELECTRIC MIRRORS
The electric mirrors are adjusted using a
multi-directional switch located on the driver’s
side armrest.
Select the mirror to be adjusted by pushing the
switch in the middle of the control to the right or
left. Then press the arrow buttons as necessary to
obtain the best view.
When mirrors are adjusted to preference,
place the selector switch back in the middle posi-
tion to cancel power to the buttons. This prevents
accidental misadjustment of mirror settings.
The mirrors also contain heating elements to
defog or de-ice the mirror glass during cold
weather operation. An ON-OFF switch for the
mirror heaters is located near the remote mirror
controls.
If you cannot adjust the mirror properly using
the control switch, the mirror may need a coarse
adjustment by repositioning the mirror head.
*Lock screws may be located on the opposite
side of the mirror arm.
Power Mirror Controls
Press to move mirror in indicated direction
Move L or R to select mirror, or center for “neutral”.
Driver Side Mirror
Loosen screw to make coarse adjustment
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Further Information
To read more about power mirrors, see the
mirror manufacturer’s information in your Own-
er InfoCase.
POWER SUNVISORS
The powered sunvisors are controlled by
switches on the driver and passenger armrest
panels. The driver side contains switches for both
sides to allow driver control. The passenger side
has a switch only for the passenger side visor.
Press and hold DOWN side of the switch to
extend, then release at the desired position. Press
and hold UP side of the switch to retract the visor.
NOTE: Do not position visors where they will
impair the driver’s forward vision or
side mirror view.
LOADING THE VEHICLE
NOTE: Your motor home’s load capacity is des-
ignated by weight, not by volume, so you
cannot necessarily use all available
space when loading your motor home.
• Store or secure all loose items inside the
motor home before traveling. Possible over-
looked items such as canned goods or small
appliances on the countertop, cooking pans
on the range, or free-standing furniture items
can become dangerous projectiles during a
sudden stop or evasive maneuver.
• Be aware of GVWR, GAWR and individual
load limit on each tire or set of duals.
When loading the vehicle, distribute the cargo
load equally so that you do not exceed either the
Front or Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating
(GAWR) or the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR). The Gross Axle Weight Rating
(GAWR) means the weight value specified by
the chassis manufacturer as the load carrying ca-
pacity of a single axle system as measured at the
tire-to-ground interfaces. This is the total weight
a given axle is capable of carrying. Each axle has
its own rating.
Have your vehicle weighed to determine the
proper load distribution for your vehicle. Also
distribute cargo side-to-side so the weight on
each tire or dual set does not exceed one half of
the GAWR for either axle.
Passenger Side Mirror
Loosen screws to make coarse adjustments
Lock Screws*
Visor
Up
Visor
Down
If both the driver and the passenger
try to operate the passenger side visor
in opposite directions at the same
time (one pressing UP and the other
pressing DOWN) the circuit breaker
may trip.
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For example, if the Front GAWR is 6,000 lbs.,
there should be no more than 3,000 lbs. on each
tire. (If the left side weighs 3,100 lbs. and the
right side weighs 2,700 lbs., at least 100 lbs. of
the load should be shifted from the left side to the
right side.) The GVWR is listed on the Vehicle
Certification Label. (See sample in Introduction
Section).
The GCWR (Gross Combination Weight Rat-
ing) means the maximum allowable loaded
weight of this motor home and any towed trailer
or towed vehicle. If trailer towing is not recom-
mended, the GCWR will equal the GVWR.
NOTE: We recommend that you dump all hold-
ing tanks before traveling to avoid car-
rying unnecessary weight.
Weighing Your Loaded Vehicle
To check the weight of your fully loaded
coach, locate a commercial weighing scale that
is capable of weighing large trucks.
Loading: Load your vehicle completely as if
you were going on a long trip, with everything
you would carry, including food, clothing, bed-
ding, lawn chairs, etc., a full fuel tank, full LP
tank, and a partial tank of fresh water - but
empty holding tanks.
Finding a Scale: In urban areas, the most
common places to find a public access scale are
commercial truck stops. In rural areas, most
grain storage elevators have scales available. If
you don’t know of a truck scale in your area,
look in the Yellow Pages for entries such as
Grain Elevators, Scales-Public, Truck Stops,
Weigh Stations, etc. If you cannot locate a scale
in your area, call your state DOT and ask for rec-
ommendations. Most scales charge a nominal
fee for weighing a vehicle.
Weighing: There is typically a scale opera-
tor to direct you but the basic routine is to take
three separate weights - front axle, whole vehi-
cle, and rear axle. You will first drive only your
front wheels onto the scale pad, then drive ahead
so that the whole vehicle is on the scale, then
finally pull off until just the rear wheels are on
the pad.
You will receive a weight ‘ticket’ that states
your current Front Gross Axle Weight, Rear
Gross Axle Weight and Gross Vehicle Weight.
You can compare these weights to the weight
ratings listed on your Vehicle Certification Label
to use as a guideline for future loading limits and
weight distribution.
The gross weight of the vehicle should not
exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR) specified on the Vehicle Certification
Label. (see section 2). The front and rear axle
weight also should not exceed the corresponding
Axle Weight Rating specified on the Vehicle
The weight of the loaded vehicle
(including options, attachments, pas-
sengers, water, fuel, luggage and all
other cargo) must not exceed the
GVWR or GAWR of either axle.
CAUTION
Front GAWR (Front Axle Only)
GVWR (Both Front and Rear Axles)
Rear GAWR (Rear Axle Only)