Jayco Cardinal 8 User manual

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Cunningham’s – Selling & Servicing Jayco RV’s for Nearly 35 Years!

On the behalf of Jayco we thank you for purchasing your- new Jayco
vehicle. We have carefully engineered and manufactured your R.V. with
available quality materials. We believe in quality and we emphasize
quality
in every way to our employees. For- this reason, our company has
grown rapidly inour short period of being in business.
As a manufacturer of recreational vehicles we depend on your satisfaction
to slay in business. That's why we stand behind our products with nur
warranty and customer service program to do everything reasonable to
keep you satisfied if a problem arises.
We hope you'll enjoy the outdoors as much as we do. Camp~ng is a
wonderful way to relax and travel with your famiiy. Remember, dispose
~f your litter and trash when you break camp so athers can enjoy the
outdoors and nature as much as you did. Please join our fighl far a cleaner
world.
The Jayco People

YOUR NEW JAYCO IS YOUR PASSPORT TO A WHOLE WORLD OF NEW FRIENDS,
CAMPING FUN AND TRAVEL ADVENTURE WHEN YOU JOIN THE THOUSANDS OF
JAYCO FAMILIES WHO MAKE UP THE . . .
JAYCO JAFARI INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL CLUB
You will find us enjoying the friendship and fellowship of JAFARI CAMPING as we join our
local area FLIGHTS at hundreds of weekend camp-outs all over North America each month . . .
WE’RE THE FAMILIES OF JAYCO!
There are special STATE, REGIONAL and INTERNATIONAL RALLIES where you can join
with your fellow JAFARIANS and their flights to enjoy a special kind of togetherness . . . fun,
games, and entertainment provide memories to last a lifetime.
And . . . how about the exotic surroundings of NEW ORLEANS, the sounds and color of
NASHVILLE and the GRAND OLE OPRY, the roar and rush of the INDIANAPOLIS 500, the
quiet surroundings of the CANADIAN ROCKIES, the color of the SMOKY MOUNTAINS in
the Fall. These and many other adventures can be yours when you join the. . .
JAYCO JAFARI INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL CLUB
Fill in the blanks on the reverse side, cut along dotted line and mail along with a check to:
JAYCO JAFARI INT’L TRAVEL CLUB
ATTN: Membership Coordinator
P.O. Box 192
Osceola, IN 46561-0192

Yes, it’s for everyone with a JAYCO RV; young couples just starting out, families spending quality
time together, the young at heart expanding their life experiences. Whether you belong to another
camping club, have always traveled alone, or are just starting, don’t miss out on one of the most
priceless benefits of being an RV family ...meetnewfriends and spend a bit of your camping life
with some of the finest people you will ever have the opportunity to share a campfire or treasure a
moment of golden living with a . . FIFTH-WHEEL TRAVEL TRAILER. . .SPORT UTILITY
TRAILER . . . CONVENTIONAL TRAVEL TRAILER . . . TYPE C MOTORHOME . . . FOLDING
CAMPING TRAILER ...itdoesn’t matter. If you are a JAYCO RV FAMILY, then you are eligible
to become a Jayco Jafari Member.
YOU WILL NEVER BE SORRY YOU MADE THE DECISION!
Your membership entitles you to:
•Special international decals for your unit.
•The Hitch newsletter with schedules of upcoming events and activities.
•A membership roster - containing the names and addresses of current members of the club
will be sent bi-yearly.
•Discount Cards for several national theme parks including Six Flags and Busch Corp. Parks.
•A special price is available on Wheeler’s Campground Guides.
•Discounts with Hertz Rental Car.
•Discounts with Coach Net, an emergency roadside service.
•Farm & City Insurance has RV insurance available at discounted rates to current Jayco Jafari
International Club members.
• All of this, plus the joy of meeting new friends and enjoy Jafari adventures around the
country.
Start with the first phase of your camping life...just complete the following application and forward it
to the Jayco Jafari International Travel Club office. Your membership application may also be
completed online, by visiting our website at www.jaycorvclub.com. If you have further questions,
contact the club office direct at the website or by calling
800-262-5178. Local calls can be made to 574-258-0571.
WELCOME TO THE JAFARI FAMILY!
TO: Membership Coordinator for the Jayco Jafari International Travel Club
Please enroll us as members in the Jayco Travel Club. We are ready to roll to where the “friends we
just haven’t met yet” have the coffee on the fire and are waiting for us to arrive: We are ...
Name: Spouse:
Address: Phone:
City: State: Zip:
Email:
Ages of Children at Home:
Our JAYCO is a: Our Dealer
(type & size)
Membership Dues:
One year $25.00 Amount enclosed. $
Two years: $45.00 Check #:
Three years: $65.00
(signature) (date)
"

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. IIYTRODUCTION TO R.V. OWNERSHIP
.............................................................. A . WELCOME
3 . SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
1 . Safety in Using L.P..Gas. ..........................................
............................................ .
2 Electrical System Safety
3 . Emergency Stopping ................................................
4 . Additional Safety Tips ..............................................
.............................................................. .
C INSURANCE
D . CONTINUOUS LIVING IN R.V. COACHES .......................
II . WARRANTY L SERVICE
A . WARRANTY COVERAGE ............................................
B . CUSTOMER DELIVERY FORM .....................................
C . SERVICEPROCEDURES
1 . Basic Service Procedure ............................................
2 . Dealer ..................................................................
3 . Factory .................................................................
4 . Parts ....................................................................
D . OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITY ........................................
III . USAGE OF YOUR R.V.
A . HITCHES ..................................................................
B . LOADING ........................ ..
.....................................
C . CARGO CAPACITY .....................................................
D . SAFETY CHAINS ....................................................... 11
E . WHEEL LUGS .................. .. .................................... 12
F . TIRES ...................................................................... 12
G . BRAKES ................................................................... 12
H . SET-UP .................................................................... 14
I .
LIFTER SYSTEM ....................................................... -17
IV . TEPE SYSTEMS
A . PLUMBING ............................................................... 21
3 . L.P..GAS .............................................................. 20. 23
............. ...................................... C . ELECTRICAL ... 26

V . APPLIANCES
.....................................................................
STOVE 31
...............................................
FURNACE (OPTIONAL) 32
......................................
REFRIGERATOR (OPTIONAL) 32
VI . CARE OF BODY COMPOMENTS
A . EXTERIOR METAL ..................................................... 33
.......................................................
B . EXTERIOR ROOF 33
....................................................................
C . FRAME 33
D . DRAPES ....................... ....... ......................... 33
................................................................
E . CUSHIONS 34
.......................................................................
. F TENT 34
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G . PANELING 36
....................................................
H . FLOOR COVERING -36
VJ[I . MECHANICAL MAINTENANCE CHART
..... .
A REMOVING TIRE & WHEEL FROM TENT CAMPER 37
B . WHEELBEARING ................................... 38
C . LUGBOLTS ......................................... 39
.......................................... . D COUPLER 39
..................................... . E TONGUEJACK 39
F . TIRES .............................................. 39
G . BRAKES ........................................... 40
H . LIFTER POSTS ...................................... 40
1 . WINCH ............................................. 40
J . CABLES ............................................ 40
K . PUSHROD .......................................... 40
L .
L . P.-GAS SYSTEM ................................... 41
M . BED SLIDES ........................................ 41
N . APPLIANCES ....................................... 41

CHAPTER 1
UCTION TO W.V. OWNERSHIIP
WELCOME
Welcome to the world of recreational vehicle travel. Your purchase
of a Jayco
R.V. allows you to enter this unique world of camping
and leisure in a grand style. Your Jayco
R.V. has been designed
and engineered to offer you many comforts of home that will make
your camping experience
as enjoyable as possible.
This owner's manual was prepared to assist you in understanding
the proper use and operation of various containment systems,
servicing and maintenance of component
parts, and explanation of
your warranty protection.
If you are a newcomer to R.V. travel,
you will especially appreciate the suggestions and "shop talk"
information to be Found throughout this manual to help you obtain
the most pleasure
from the use of your vehicle.
We have made every effort to make this manual as accurate as
possible in order
to reflect information available at time of
publication. Products are constantly being improved and
we
endeavor to upgrade our installations accordingly. You should
carefully read and understand this owner's manual which
is a
supplement to various other instructions supplied by the manufac-
turers of separately warranted products.
Keep this owner's manual
in your recreational vehicle for handy
reference. Get to
know your new vehicle and how it operates. You
should carefully
read and understand these instructions and
information supplied
by manufacturers of separately warranted
products, since they contain important operating, safety, and
maintenance instructions.
Every effort
has been made to provide you with a safe, dependable
product. Your vehicle complies with applicable requirements of
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, State Regulations,
Canadian Standards Associations
(CSA) where applicable, and
complies with requirements
of ANSI Standard A119.2, the
nationally recognized "Standard For Recreational Vehicles
-
hstallation of Plumbing, Heating and Electrical Systems." The
Recreational Vehicle Industry Association
(RVIA) and Canadian
Standards Association
(CSA) periodically inspect our production
line and assist us in maintaining strict compliance with installation
and safety standards for those systems. Your follow-up with
periodic safety inspections and
a program of preventive mainten-
ance is important for
the continuation of safe and trouble-free
operation. Happy Camping?

SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
SAFETY IN USING L.P. GAS
You should check for leaks at the connections on the I-.?.-gas
system soon after purchase and initial
filling of L.P.-tanks. and
continued periodic checks
of the system are recommended. Your
vehicle was manufactured to provide you with full access to all
gas line connections. Leaks can be foulad with a soapy water
solution applied to the outside of the gas piping connections: the
soap
will bubble at the leak. DO NOT USE FLAME (OR EIGETED
MATCHES TO TEST FOR LEAKS. Usually tightening of
connections
will close leaks. If not, ask your authorized dealer
service department to make the necessary repairs.
EVEN THOUGH THE MANUFACTURER AND DEALER HAVE
ALREADY MADE TESTS FOR LEAKAGE, THIS CHECK IS
ADVISABLE BECAUSE OF THE VIBRATION ENCOUNTERED
DURING TRAVEL.
L.P.-gas is heavier than air. Leaking gas tends to flow to low
places. It
will sometimes pocket in a low area, k.P.-gas can
usually be detected by
an identifiabIe odor similar to onions or
garlic. Never light a match or allow any open flame in the
presence of
leaking gas.
It is very important to have L.P.-gas shut off during refueling of
tow vehicles.
Some states prohibit gas appliances to be operated
during
travel, especially in any underground tunnels.
Never allow gas containers to be filled above the Iiquid capacity
indicated on the container. If a container
is overfililed, liquid gas
may flow through the
regulator causing it to freeze and/or
introduce
a dangerous excessive gas pressure into the lines. In
addition,
an ovefilled container placed in hot sunlight may expel
excess
gas through the relief valve and be susceptible to ignition
by
any nearby open flame.
ELECTXICAL SYSTEM SAFETY
Circuit breakers and fuses are installed to protect electrical circuits
from overloading. Do not make unauthorized changes
to circuitry
or add on fixed appliance yourself.
If you wish changes, consult
your dealer and he
will assist you in obtaining a safe installation.
An approved power supply cord has been supplied with the
vehicle. Always use this cord for hook-up to the 120-volt source.
Note that the cord has a three pin plug, which provides proper
grounding through the third (round)pin.

Grounding is your personal protection from electrical shock. Do
not use any adapter, cheater, or extension cord that will break the
continuity of the grounding circuit connected to that third
pin.
NEVER remove the grounding pin for convenience of being able to
connedto a non-ground(only 2-prong)receptacle. Check the polarity
of your power source.
SAFETY WREN EMERGENCY STOPPING
Always carry road flares and/or reflective triangular highway
warning devices to be displayed when necessary.
Pull off the
roadway as far
as possible when changing flats or for other
emergency situations. Turn on your vehicular hazard warning
flashers when
parked alongside a roadway, if only for a minute or
two.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
1. Sanitize the fresh water supply system periodically (see
sanitizing instructions).
2. Keep water connectioal fittings from coming in contact with the
ground or drain hose to reduce chance of contamination.
3. Enlist services of a qualified technician to fix gas or electrical
appliances.
4. Ahvays have a serviceable fire extinguisher placed in an easily
accessibte location.
5. Please read carefully the loading section under Chapter III
related to your respective trailer.
6. insure that tires are in good condition and properly inflated.
Watch inflation especially closely
- under-inflated tires will
overheat. Overheated tires are a potential hazard as they may
throw rubber and cause
a blowout.
7. Check and tighten wheel lugs regularly (every 50 miles when
new until 200 miles are reached and then check lugs every 500
miles).
8. Check brakes in a safe area - not while traveling a busy
highway.
9. Use seat belts (motor homes) at ail times.
10. Disconnect television power cord and antenna lead-in during
local thunderstorms and lightning activity.
11. Always solidly block trailer wheels before unhitching.
12. Before leaving a camp area with a trailer in tow, insure that
the safety pin or locking lever is seated, breakaway wire is
attached to tow vehicle, the jack is raised so that it cannot
touch the ground, the dofly wheel removed, 110-volt electricaf cord
properly stored, safety chains areconnected, and all interior lights
off.
13. Observe the warning labels attached to your vehicle concerning
k.P.-gas, water, electricity, and loading.
14. Observe the maintenance chart in Chapter VII related to your
respective unit.

INSURANCE
As with your automobile, it is important that you protect yourself
and others with insurance coverages for personal liability,
theft,
collision, property damage, etc. Your dealer will assist you in
obtaining appropriate insurance for your protection or you may
check
with the company which provides your automobile insurance.
I
CONTINUOUS LIVING KN YOUR JAYCO VEHICLE COULD
CAUSE ADVERSE CONDITIONS. I
Your new Jayco produced R.V. has been built for enjoyment in a
i-ecreationai manner. While it was not intended to be used as living
quarters, it can be by making some special provisions and
understanding potential problems.
1. If used in northern slates or Canada in the winter, more
insulation
is desiredespecially below floor level or asskirting.
2. Proper care needs tobe observed in the fresh water and drainage
systems to avoid freezing problems.
3. Adequate gas and electrical supply is needed along with
protection from possible freeze-upson gas regulator.
4. A special heavy-dutyfurnace rated at 40,000 BTU's and 110 volt
motor is available: (a) there will be additional cost, (bf providing
it
wilI fit into the heater compartment, and (c) it must be ordered
prior tobuilding of unit.
5.
If more than one person occupies the coach, ventilation or
addition of a dehumidifier may
be required to reduce possible
condensation. Seethe section regardingthis
possible problem as
follows:
Condensation is the result of warm, moist
air coming in contact
with cool surfaces such
as windows and aluminum framing. Upon
contact of these cool surfaces, the warm air loses its ability to
hold its moisture. These beads
or drops of moisture will remain
onthecool surfaces asmoisture and it
will begin to run down the
windows. Weep holes are provided
in the lower threshold of the
window todrain thewater.

0
LIMITED WARRANTY
SUMMARY OF WARRANTY
Jayco. Inc.. (5ayco) warrants to the onginal purchaser ilou) of ebery Jayco 4nlt that all pans of our manufacture arc
frec from rubstantial defects in rnateriai and \torkmanship for a period of one (I) year f-om the date of purchase under
normal
use and scrvice. This warranty does not appl:. to any dciecr in rhe aesthetics or physical appearance of the
unit, nor to normal
deterioration of the soft trim and appearance items due ta wear and exposure.
HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVlCE
An) pan of our rnvnufacrvrcd product proven sub~tanttallydefwirc In rnalerral or workmanship during the warrant?
period will be repaired frec
of chargc if the part is rcturncd with mansportation charges prepaid to an authorized Jayco
dealer
or layco. Ine . uith remrn transportation at your expense. If a factory or authorrzed service center is not
available in >our urea, call dlrert ro Jayo. tnc.. A.C. (21% 825.5861 lo arrange prompt and proper repairs to yDur unll
EXCLUSIONS
Jayco assumes no rzsponsibilirg or iiability for dcfccls in workmanship or operation of separately warranted products.
These products
mag be warranted bv the individual manufaclurers and a copy of their warranty has been included in
your owner's pocket Separately xarranicd products will nor
be aeruiced. repalred or replaced by Jayco. lnc. If service
or parts
are required lot rhcsc products. refer to the furnished list of faclory authorized service centers. If the list is
nu1 available for the particular praduzr. rrilc or call the nanubcturer concerned to oblain the location of the neatesr
~ervicecenter.
Jayco does not warran1 components manufdcrurcd
by others. including, but not limlted to cnglne. drive train.
transmission. chassis. tires. and lubes,
nngcs, ovens, furnaces, batreries. axles, hubs, bearings, power convenors.
refrigerators. burners, and trailer brake systems These parts may or mar not bc warranted by their manufacturers
and Jayro. howver. assumes no abliptions with regard to them.
This warranty shall nor apply to normal maintcnancc. such
as, greasing wheel bearings. tightening lug nuts. etc..
that thc vehicle will require nor to
an? damages arising from the failure lo have such maintenance performed.
Fabric rtems such as canbas. canopies. mindow screenrngs. vinyl wiodows, cushion and matlress covers. are not
warranted apalnst leakage. rears. punctures. shrinkage. fadmg
or smltng bui are warranted only as agarnsr defectwe
workrnanshlp and material.
The veh~cie
IS not a cargo trailer and the customcr is advrifd tu observe the recommended gross weight limit.
COMMERCIAL USE OR RENTALS OF THIS VEHICLE AND
4BUSE. NEGLECT. OR OPERATION OVER
UNIMPROVED ROADS WILL VOID THIS WARRANTY.
RlSCLALMER
OF DAMAGES
YOU
ANDANYOTHERUSEROFJAYCOPRODUCTSSHALL NOT BE ENTITLEDTO ANY CONSEQUENTIALOR
fNClDENTlAL DAMAGES. including without lirnrlafmn,
lobs of use of the unit. incoevenience, lodging. damage to
personal propen?. lost income or earnings. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF
INDICENTIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
DISCLAIMER AND LlMlTATlONS
OF IMPk.ED WARRANTIES
JAYCO LIMITS ALL IMPLED WARRANTIES OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND MERCHANT.
ABILITY TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD OF ONE YEAR. NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. EXTEND
BEYOND THE WARRANTY PERIOD. NO PERSON HAS AUTHORITY TO EXTEND. ENLARGE. OR MODIFY THlS
WARRANTY. NO ACTION TO ENFORCE THlS WARRANTY MAY BE COMMENCED MORE THAN
SIX MONTHS
AFER EXPIRATION
OF THE WARRANTY PERIOD.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LlMlTATlON ON HOW LONG AN IMPLED WARRANTY LASTS 50THE A8OVE
LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THE5 WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. AND MAY
ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS
WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
PARTS AND DESIGN CHANGES
Jayco may make parts and design changes from time to time without notice and repairs or replacements may be
made u.ith new or different pans.
WARRANTY REGISTfiTION.5
Your warranly regisrration.records should be mrnpletcd and del~veredto the manufacturers of component pans. as
they may be a condition of the u,artant). THIS JAYCO WARRANTY IS VOlD UNLESS YOUR WARRANTY
REGISTRATION CARD IS RETURNED TO jAYCO.
JAYCO. INC.
P.O. BOX
460
MIDDLEBURY, INDIANA 46540
(219) 825~5861
1-2-80 Litho USA

CUSTOMER
DELIVERY FORM
SERIAL NO. TYPE: NO.
8LL ITE'rS VliST CHECKEq 7ci BJ nEPLER AS CAB09 IS PERFORMER
Safe.t?-pFCa-itioRs expinxtGwner oi! L. P.-Gas systec. YES - NO -
Location of L.P.-Gas connections shown to owner and lnfarrned
hew to make periodic leakage check by use of soapy water.
Owner shown how to
tight and/or operate the following
appliances by actual operation
of them:
Brand
3odel No. Serial No.
Stove
- ,. - - -- -
Furnace
~-
Refrigerator -- -- A_--
!dater Heater
Operation cf Electrical system expl.ained and--figmonstrdted.
Operation of Fresh Water 5ystev inc;uding filllng of
tank.
Shown how to operate Drainage System.
Care and operation of toilet.
Explained winterization
of unit.
Owner shown how to hook-up and unbook trailer, also removal
of dolly wheel for travel.
Tire pressure checked and irrportance explained.
Prooer Darking
snd setup procedure 9f unit in preparation
for camping explained.
Given coach
keys and owner's packet.
General appearance
- no visib!e damages. (Interior and
Exterior)
Operation
of trailer brakes explained and periodic adjust-
ment required.
Check
and explain the tiqhteniny cf iug bolts as in manual.
Check dnd explain importance cf Warranty Cards as suoplied
by manufacturers of
appliances and component ftems. Copy o
warranty was made available before yurchase.
YES -. NO -
YES RO --
YES A NO -
YES A NF -
YES - NO -"-
YES - NO
YES NO
YES NO
YES 30
YES NO -
YES - NO -_
YES - KO
YES - NO -p
YES - NO _
YES NO -
YES NO
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YES
NO -
f
YES NO
A, - .. . .- - .-
--a
- - - -- - - -
-. -.
...
I certify that I have read and been qlven a full explanaticn and demonstration
o:
eat+ item listed above.
Oealer's Signature Customer Signature
Oers~n
Expiaining Aboie: .- -- -
--
The purchaser should not sign t$is statement until ail items indicated above
have been explained to his satisfaction. The dealer
is to return this form
within
5 days after delivery of this trail@rto 2- Dezartmcnt.
Hhite nard Copy
- Jayco Canary Copy - Dealer Fink Copy - Customer
sugpiied with each coach.
Some items on this delivery few may not apply to yom trailer.

SERVICE PROCEDURES
BASIC SERVICE PROCEDURE
We are particularly interested in maintaining good customer
relations. Only by having your complete confidence and
satisfaction with our product and its service can we assure our
continued success as manufacturers of recreational vehicles. We
have found that continuing a pleasant and effective relationship
through our dealers
is equally as important as maintaining the
technical excellence of our product. Your authorized dealer
will
cordially assist you in providing service, maintenance, selection of
options, and instructions concerning the operatian of your vehicle.
Should
you have a problem with service, pfease follow the below
listed steps in this order.
1, Contact your selling dealer's service department for an
appointment. Describe to the best of your knowledge the
nature
of the problem. Please keep appointments to establish a
good, workable relationship and proper attitude.
2. Contact the owner or General Manager of the dealership should
the initial
attempt fail with the service department.
3. Contact the: Customer Relations Dept.
Jayco Incorporated
P.O. Box 460
Middlebury, IN 46540
Phone: [phone]
Give all the above information as requested aiong with serial
number of the coach
in question. We will make every reasonable
attempt
to resolve your problem.
Piease bear in mind
that most problems arise from misunder-
standings concerning warranty coverage and service. Most
instances you will be referred
to dealer level and will be resolved
with dealer's facilities and personnel.
DEALER
Your authorized Sayco dealer has inspected and serviced your new
Jayco
R.V. unit according lo our pre-delivery inspecti~nrequire-
ments.
We is authorized to service and maintain your coach as
need be. All warranty requirements are to be performed by the
selling dealer
ernless Jayco gives prior approval.
Some
R.V. dealers may, at the time of need, be authorized service
centers for certain manufacturers of separately warranted products,

so it will pay you to check with your dealer first to reduce delays.
If the dealer is not an authorized service center for the product in
question, he should assist
you in obtaining authorized service.
FACTORY
A factory service department is operated at our Middlebury,
Indiana. manufacturing facility. Should your Jayco R.V. be in need
of repairs and your dealer recommends that the factory repair it, it
may be returned to our plant for repairs upon following these
procedures.
I. Your dealer must make an appointment prior to returning
it to the factory service department.
2. Jayco does not accept collect phone calls.
3. Freight costs are the responsibility of the owner.
Parts are available at most Jayco dealerships or your dealer wiIl
order parts
for you as needed. Should you be unable to find a
dealer in your local area, contact our Customer Relations
Department and
we will assis1 you in providing parts through an
authorized dealer or from Jay-Parr Supply, our parts department in
Middleberry, Indiana.
OWNER'S RESPQNSIIBILITY
It is the owner's responsibility to properly maintain hidher new
Ja>*co
R.V. and be observant to any possibie problems in warranty
or otherwise. Negligence
is not covered by warranty. Your R.V.
coach should be checked visually before leaving on a camping trip,
especially an extended trip. Regular maintenance is important and
can save frustration in the event
of breakdowns.
If warranty service is needed while traveling, contact our Customer
Relations Department and you will
be directed to proper personnel.
To have warranty service provided at a non-Jayco unauthorized
service
center, it must Rave prior approval. Any unauthorized
repairs
will void warranty on your Jayco coach.
The return of defective parts is required for warranty coverage
should repairs be made
at either an authorized or non-authorized
service center.
The returned parts are subject to approval by
.Jayco's warranty administrator before reimbursement can be
made.
Please
keep your owner's manuai, service center list for separately
warranted products, your copy of "Limited Warranty and Customer
Delivery Form", and any other related papers in your trailer.

CHAPTER III
USAGE OF YOUR R.V.
HITCH HEIGHT
Thecorrect hitch ball height is listed on the chart below for your camping
trailer.
It is measured with the coach in level position, measuring from the
top of the ball to ground level.
Jayco Incorporated cannot be responsible
for the suspension system of tow
vehicle, which could definitely be a factor of ball height after coach is corn-
pletely hooked
up.
SPECIFICATIONS
Model Height Model Height
Cardinal
14 " J-Series 1208 & 1206 14"
King 6
14 " J-Series 1008 & 1006 16% "
Dove
14% " J-Series 806 15"
Thrush
14%" J-Series 705 15"
LOADING
Loading camping gear in your Jayco recreational vehicle should be handled
with serious consideration.
ALL cargo, supplied equipment that you load
shouldbedistributed evenly with the heaviest itemsbeing storedin thelower
cabinets. Be sure that all heavy items are secured
to prevent weight shifts
while traveling.
In overhead cabinet on slide bars there is
a maximum of 75 pounds on both
combined bars. Place only lightweight items in overhead cabinets such as
paper plates, cups, etc.
Please remember the heaviest strain
on the cabinet bars is when loaded and
in
the center of cabinet while in transit.
Observe capacity rating to avoid problems.
CARGO CAPACITY
Located on the left front corner of the frame or on the left front tongue
member is the Federal CertificationLabel which givesthe maximum weight-
carrying capacities ofyour trailer and each axle, designated by the letters
"GVWR" and GAWR, " respectively.

The "GVWR" means "Gross Vehicle Weight Rating" and is the max-
imum your trailer should weigh with water, L.P. Gas, food, clothing, and
other camping supplies loaded in the coach when attached to tow vehicle.
Each axle also has a maximum load-ratingcapacityreferred to asthe "Gross
Axle Weight Rating" (GAWR).
See the Weight Listing & Rating Chart below as to how much actual weight
you may carry
in your model of tent camper.
WEIGHT SPECIFICATIONS
Empty
Model Weight* GVWR Brakes
Cardinal
SB
2260 3330 Std.
Cardinal 8 2155
3330 Std.
King Deluxe
1890 2625 Std.
King 6 SD 1795
2625 Std.
Thrush 1550 2425 Opt.
Dove 6 1555 2425 Opt.
Dove 8
1545 2425 Opt.
5-1206 1600 2440 Std.
5-1208 1575 2440 Std .
5-1008 SG 1270 2205 Opt.
J-1008 DD
1280 2205 Opt.
5-1006 1305 2205 Opt.
J-806 995 1770 Opt.
J-705 895 1550 Opt.
+Empty weights are with standard equipment.
Note:
A. AH units are in pounds.
B. All weights may vary 5 % f
C, AII weights are subject to change without notice.
OPTION WEIGHT LISTING
Spare
Heater
Hyd. Brakes
Elec. Brakes
L.P. Gas
Water
Kitchen
Awning
Screen
Room
Add-A-Room
Refer RMZ 190
Refer RM2201
Refer RM2301
Card.
King Thrush
Dove
6-1208 5-1008 1-806
26 27 26 26 26 23 16
19
19 19
19 19
19 I9
S S
50 50
S
50 50
- -
30 30 - 30 30
S S S S S S 20
S S S S S S 40
S S S S S S 50
30 28 26 26 28 26 25
16 16 14 14 16 14 10
30 28 25 25 28 25 24
33 33 33 33 33 33 33
50 50 50 50 50 50 50
72
72 -
- - -
Note: RM2190 not available in Deluxe units.
RM2301 available only in Cardinal and King 6 & 1206 units.

THE SAFETY CHAIN
There are different safety chain requirements by the various states.
As delivered by your dealer, your vehicle is equipped with chains
to meet
SAE standard requirements for maximum gross trailer
weight.
Always have the safety chain (s) attached when towing.
Install them in a manner so they do not restrict sharp turns of the
tow vehicle-trailer combination, but tight enough so they do not
drag on the road.
1. Inspec1 chans :o detfrm~le :hat they ace pro-
2 Crlss-cross lelt cnaln and a!tacn to ;igh( mount
~erl;aitached to lralor frame
IZ,~ slot en trslier hllch
3 Repeat sreD 2 ,vih rrght ihalr Sacr tor each 6 Properly mGun!oo safety chain. Note that the
angls should be the same but nut more ihal jack js fully rasec and da!y wheel removed
necessary to pecrnl: Ihe vehicle I(. turn at ihelr
rn~n>rnum ranias
NEVER attempt to raise the trailer by placing ajack under the axfe. If
lifting the trailer by this method may alter the camber in the axle
causingpermanent
damage.

WHEEL LUGS
When the wheels are installed on your Jayco the lug bolts must be
tightened
at 85-95 foot pounds of torque. Because of the possibiIifies
that these wheel lugs could work loose, it
is recommended that you
check your wheel lugs after the first 50 and 280 miles. After your Grst
trip, check the wheel lugs periodically for safety. The wheel lugs
should then bechecked afterwinter
storage, before starting a trip, or
following extensive braking. Over-tightening can distort wheel.
Please observe
above recommendations.
The tires
of all Jayca units are supplied by companies with the
recreational vehicle
in mind and are tested at turnpike speeds.
They are made with nylon cord designed to offer strength and
extra
mileage in all kinds of weather.
The air pressure should be
kept at its recommended pressure.
Always
check the tires when they are cold such as before traveling
at the beginning of the day. DO NOT release air pressure as tires
become hot. If you do, the tires will then be under inflated when
they cool down. It is recommended
that the tire pressure be
checked at the beginning of each journey to obtain the maximum
life of the tires.
TIRE
CHART
Model
Cardinal
King
Dove
Thrush
3-1208 & 1206
5-1008
& 1006
5-806
1-705
Tire Load
Size Range
20.5 x 10 C
20.5 x 10 D
20.5 x 10 C
20.5 x 10 C
20.5 x I0 C
5.30 x 12 C
5.70 x 8 C
5.70 x 8 B
Maximum Inflation
Load
P.S.I. Cold
1105 50
1330 70
1105 50
1105 50
1105 50
1045 80
9 10 75
715 50
BRAKES
Several models of fold down units have hydraulic surge brakes as
standard and others
are optional. (See specification chart.) These
brakes operate automatically as
the tow vehicle's brakes are
applied. As the car or tow vehicle begins to slow down, the trailer
will push towards the car. The coupling mechanism at the hitch
contains a brake "pressure plate."
As the unit continues to press
forward, the pressure plate becomes depressed,
which activates
the
brakes.

BRAKES (ELECTRICAL)(OPTIONAL)
The brakes on your new unit are electric and are integrated into
your brake system of your truck or car in such
a way that equal
braking power is distributed to both trailer and towing vehicle.
Explained below are several components that make up the brake
system.
First of all. the battery of your truck or car is used as the primary
source of power. No special source of power is required. From the
battery, the power is taken to the controller which will be
assembled under the dashboard of your truck or car. In open
positions, it breaks the electrical circuit, so no current reaches the
brakes. When depressed by hand or by hydraulic pressure (foot
pedaI) the variable resister controls the amount of current which in
turn varies the braking of your trailer.
Although it
is possible to operate the controller by hand, it is
designed to operate automatically when the car's brakes are
applied. A line for hydraulic fluid from the controller to the master
cylinder allows the accelerator bar and coil to make contact when
the foot pedal is depressed which in turn sends the current to the
brakes. To obtain equality between your car or truck and your
Jayco trailer, a front mounted knob on
the controller can be turned
for more or less braking effort.
The last item in the braking system is the brakes themselves.
The
brakes are wired in parallel, never in series. Parallel wiring
provides each brake with
its own individual power supply to give
you assurance of safety and protection.
BACKING YOUR TRAILER (HYDRAULIC)
Your brake system may be designed to operate with hydraulic
surge brakes. This means that the back-up braking is only
10% of
the effectiveness
of the for~vardbraking. All backing must be done
slowly, however, so not to fully engage the brakes.
If difficulty is experienced in backing, have a qualified mechanic
check the brakes at the first opportunity.
UNDER NO CIRCUM-
STANCES SHOULD ANY ATTEMPT BE MADE TO BLOCK OUT
OR JAM THE HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM.