Jayco Eagle User manual

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novation Meet
Eagle
FoldingCamping
Trailer
Owner’s Manual

Cunningham Campers, Inc.
5201 Highway 62
Jeffersonville, IN 47130
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©1997 Jayco, Inc. LITHO U.S.A. 01-2 PART NO. 0152076
This manual has been provided by Jayco, Inc. for the sole
purpose of providing instructions concerning the operation and
maintenance of this vehicle and its components. Nothing in this
manual creates any warranty, either expressed or implied. The only
warranty offered by Jayco, Inc. is as set forth in the limited warranty
applicable to this vehicle.
The owner’s failure to provide required service and/or
maintenance could result in the loss of warranty. The owner should
review Jayco’s limited warranty and the limited warranties of all
other manufacturers offering them that are applicable to this vehicle.
Instructions are included in the manual for operating various
components which are optional on some vehicles. In addition, the
ownershouldrefertoindividualmanufacturer’soperatinginstructions
contained in the owner’s packet.
CAUTION: Read all instructions prior to using camper.

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)
"

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 – Introduction To RV Ownership
Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Safety Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Safety in Using LP Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Electrical System Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Safety When Emergency Stopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Additional Safety Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Extended Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Cold Weather Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Condensation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Chapter 2 – Obtaining Service
Warranty Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Service Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Basic Service Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Dealer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Factory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Owner’s Responsibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Chapter 3 – Use Of Your Folding Camping Trailer
Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Tow Vehicle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Hitches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Hitch Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Hookup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
The Safety Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Traveling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Weights and Cargo Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Loading Cargo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Weighing Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Tires. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Vinyl Tire Covers (Option). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Wheel Lugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Backing Your Trailer (Hydraulic) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Breakaway Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Fire Extinguisher. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Soft Shades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

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Setting Up Your Camping Trailer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Opening Your Camper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
For models with slideout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
To Install Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
For Inside/Outside Galley (Model 12MK only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Closing Camper for Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Canopy Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Screen Room Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Chapter 4 – The Systems
Plumbing System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Fresh Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Water Pressure Regulator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Optional Outside Shower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Sanitizing Potable Water Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Drainage - Fresh Water. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Drainage - Waste Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Gray Water Holding Tank - option. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Cassette Toilet (Option). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Shower System (Option on Some Models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Winterizing Camping Trailer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Non-Power Supply Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Demand or Power Plumbing Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Drain Traps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Optional Thetford Cassette Toilet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Electrical System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Changes, Modifications and Additions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
120-Volt AC System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
GFCI. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Testing Instructions GFCI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Air Conditioner (Option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
12-Volt DC System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Batteries (Option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Battery Charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Trailer Hitch Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Fuse and Bulb Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
LP Fuel System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
LP Container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Servicing and Filling LP Containers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Installing LP Containers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
OPD Overfill Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Single Cylinder Mounted on A-Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Double Cylinder Mounted on A-Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Main Supply Hose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Regulator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

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Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Checking for Leaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
If You Smell Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
LP Gas Consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Double Bottles (Option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Automatic Changeover Regulator (Option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
LP Detector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Procedures to Take During an Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Alarm Mute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Malfunction Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Low Power Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Chapter 5 – Appliances
Stove . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Handling Stove Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Operation of Stove . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Furnace (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
For Your Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Lighting Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
To Turn Off Gas to Furnace. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Water Heater (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Pilot Flame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
To Adjust Main Burner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Flushing Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Refrigerator (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Points to Remember . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Operation - N260 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Ignition – LP Gas Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Start Up – AC Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Start Up – DC Operation (3-way Models Only). . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Shut Down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Battery Drain. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Additional Information on Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
BBQ Grill (Option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Chapter 6 – Care Of Body Components
Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Tire Covers - Vinyl (Option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Interior care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Countertops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Hardware and Sink or Shower Fixtures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

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Paneling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Floor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Fabric Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Fabric Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Cushions/Bed Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
SoftShades™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
NapSak™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Tents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Canopy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Chapter 7 – Maintenance/Storage
Changing The Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Brake Maintenance & Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
LP Gas Bottles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Maintenance Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Maintenance Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Extended Transferable Limited Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Towable Transferable Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Limited Warranty Transfer Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION TO RV OWNERSHIP
WELCOME
Thank you for purchasing your Jayco Recreational Vehicle and welcome to the world of
recreational vehicle travel. Your purchase of a Jayco RV allows you to enter this unique
world of camping and leisure in a grand style. Your Jayco RV has been designed and
engineered to offer you many comforts of home that will make your camping
experience as enjoyable as possible. Jayco recreational vehicles are designed, con-
structed and intended to be used as temporary living quarters for recreational,
camping and travel uses, all as defined in the bylaws of the Recreation Vehicle
Industry Association. Our recreational vehicles are not intended for the hauling of
cargo.
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 RV 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.
The information in this manual reflects the most current available to us at the time of
publication. If you find the components in your recreational vehicle vary significantly
from what is described in this manual, please disregard that section and follow the
instructions provided by that particular component manufacturer. You should carefully
read and understand this owner’s manual which is a supplement to various other
instructions supplied by the manufacturers 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. If you have
questions that are not adequately answered by this manual or other booklets, consult your
dealer. If he cannot satisfactorily answer your questions, he will call our staff or refer
you to us for help.
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 – Installation 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 compli-
ance with installation and safety standards for those systems. Your follow-up with
periodic safety inspections and a program of preventive maintenance is important
for the continuation of safe and trouble-free operation.
Camping is a great way to relax and enjoy the outdoors with your friends and family.
Please remember to tread lightly on our beautiful land and leave only your footprints so
that others may enjoy nature as much as you did.
The Jayco Family
Jayco, Inc.

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SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
The terms NOTE, CAUTION and WARNING have specific meanings in this manual.
A NOTE provides additional information to make a step or procedure easier or clearer.
Disregarding a NOTE could cause inconvenience, but would not be likely to cause
damage or personal injury.
A CAUTION emphasizes areas where equipment damage could result. Disregarding a
CAUTION could cause permanent mechanical damage. However, personal injury is
unlikely.
A WARNING emphasizes areas where personal injury or even death could result from
failure to follow instructions properly. Mechanical damage may also occur.
Reporting Safety Defects
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash, injury or death,
you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
(NHTSA) in addition to notifying Jayco, 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 Jayco, Inc.
NHTSA Customer Relations Dept.
U.S. Department of Transportation Jayco Incorporated
Washington, D.C. 20590 P.O. Box 460, Middlebury, IN 46540
Phone: [phone] Phone: [phone] or 219-825-0608
Washington, D.C. Area: 368-0123 Business Hours: 8:00-5:00 Mon.–Fri. E.S.T.
You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.
Safety in Using LP Gas
You should check for leaks at the connections on the LP gas system soon after purchase
and initial filling of LP tanks, and continued periodic checks of the system are recom-
mended. Your vehicle was manufactured to provide you with full access to all gas line
connections. Leaks can be found with a soapy water solution, which does not contain
ammonia or chlorine,applied to the outside of the gas piping connections: the soap will
bubble at the leak. DO NOT USE FLAME OR LIGHTED MATCHES TO TEST
FOR LEAKS. Usually tightening of connections will close leaks. If not, ask an
authorized dealer’s service department to make the necessary tests and repairs.
ALTHOUGH THE MANUFACTURER AND DEALER HAVE PERFORMED TESTS
FOR LEAKAGE, THIS CHECK IS RECOMMENDED DUE TO THE VIBRATION
ENCOUNTERED DURING TRAVEL.
As LP gas is heavier than air, leaking gas tends to flow to low places which will
sometimes pocket in low areas, such as the folding camping trailer floor. LP gas can
usually be detected by an identifiable odor similar to onions or garlic. Never light a
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It is very important to have the LP gas turned off during refueling of tow vehicles. Some
states prohibit gas appliances to be operated during travel, especially in underground
tunnels.
Never allow gas containers to be filled above the liquid capacity indicated on the
container. If a container is overfilled, 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 overfilled container placed in hot sunlight may expel excess gas through the
relief valve and be susceptible to ignition by any nearby open flame.
Electrical 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 appliances yourself. If you
wish to make 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.
WARNING: Do not use an adapter, cheater, or extension cord that will break
the continuity of the grounding circuit connected to the third pin. NEVER
remove the grounding pin to connect a non-grounded, two-prong receptacle.
Any deviation from this will potentially cause a fire from overheating.
Safety When Emergency Stopping
Pull off the roadway as far as possible for emergency situations and turn on the vehicular
hazard warning flashers. If necessary, display your road flags and/or reflective triangular
highway warning devices.
NOTE: Always carry road flags and/or reflective triangular highway warning devices
to be displayed when necessary.
Additional Safety Considerations
WARNING: For traveling safety, it is extremely important to read and
understand the towing, hitching and loading cargo information provided in
Chapter 3. If you do not understand the information provided, please consult
your dealer or Jayco owner representative.
• Sanitize the fresh water supply system periodically (see sanitizing instructions).
• Prevent water connection fittings from coming in contact with the ground or drain hose
to reduce chance of contamination.
• Enlist services of a qualified or certified RV technician to repair and maintain gas or
electrical appliances.
• Carefully read the loading section under Chapter 3 related to your respective trailer.

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• Ensure that tires are in good condition and properly inflated. Proper inflation should be
monitored closely. Neglecting to do so could result in overheating of a tire, which could
result in a blowout.
• Check and tighten wheel lugs after the first 10 miles, 25 miles and then again after 50
miles. Check periodically thereafter.
• Check brakes in a safe area - not while traveling a busy highway.
• Always block trailer wheels solidly before unhitching.
• 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 dolly wheel removed, 120-volt electrical cord properly
stored, safety chains are connected, and all interior lights are off.
• Observe the warning labels attached to your vehicle concerning LP gas, water, electricity
and loading.
• Observe the maintenance chart in Chapter 7 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.
EXTENDED USE
This folding camping trailer has been built for enjoyment in a recreational manner. It is
not intended to be used as full-time living quarters.
CAUTION: Continuous living in your folding camping trailer could cause accel-
erated wear and damage to components.
COLD WEATHER USE
Folding camping trailers have no provisions for cold weather use.
• Winter use is NOT recommended due to the inability to adequately insulate the tent
fabric.
• Proper care should be taken with the fresh water and draining systems to avoid freez-
ing problems. Consult your local dealer or RV supply house for additional material.
• Adequate gas and electrical supply is needed along with protection from possible freeze-
ups on the gas regulator.
• During cold weather usage, ventilation or the addition of a dehumidifier may be required
to reduce condensation. Reference “Condensation.”

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CONDENSATION
Condensation is a natural phenomenon. The amount of condensation will vary with the
climate conditions, particularly the relative humidity. Condensation occurs because there
is water vapor present in the air, which each of us adds by breathing, bathing and
cooking. The water vapor collects where there is available air space, and when the
temperature reaches the ‘dew point’ the water vapor in the air condenses and changes to
liquid form. Most people have experienced a similar phenomenon when moisture forms
on kitchen windows and bathroom mirrors during cool weather.
Proper ventilation and, if needed, the use of a dehumidifier will assist in controlling the
condensation. Many RV and marine dealers carry small dehumidifiers especially sized
for recreation use. Condensation causes dampness, mildew, staining and if allowed to
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CHAPTER 2
OBTAINING SERVICE
WARRANTY REGISTRATION

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SERVICE PROCEDURES
Basic Service Procedures
We are interested in your satisfaction. Only by having your complete confidence and
satisfaction with our product and its service can we assure our continued success as
manufacturers of recreation 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
operation of your vehicle.
Should you have a problem with service, please follow these instructions in sequence.
1. Contact your selling dealer’s service department for an appointment. Describe to the
best of your knowledge the nature of the problem.
2. Contact the owner or General Manager of the dealership should the initial attempt
fail with the service department.
3. If further assistance is needed contact:
Customer Relations Dept.
Jayco Incorporated
P.O. Box 460
Middlebury, IN 46540
Phone: [phone] or 219-825-0608
Business Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 – 5:00 EST
Give all the above information as requested along with the serial number of the unit in
question and we will make every attempt to resolve your problem.
Please bear in mind that most problems arise from misunderstandings concerning
warranty coverage and service. In most instances, you will be referred to the dealer level
and problems will be resolved with the dealer’s facilities and personnel.
Dealer
Your authorized Jayco dealer has inspected and serviced your new Jayco RV. He is
authorized to service and maintain your folding camping trailer as needed. All warranty
repairs are to be performed by the selling dealer unless Jayco gives prior approval.
Some RV dealers may be authorized service centers for certain manufacturers of
products warranted separately. Check with your dealer before contacting others to reduce
delays. If your Jayco dealer is not an authorized service center for the product in
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Factory
A factory service department is operated at our Middlebury, Indiana, manufacturing
facility. Should your Jayco RV be in need of repairs and your dealer recommends that
the factory make the necessary repairs, it may be returned to our plant upon following
these procedures:
A. You or your dealer must make an appointment prior to returning it to the factory
service department.
B. All transportation costs are the responsibility of the owner. You may need to
arrange for alternative accommodations for some types of repairs. Please be pre-
pared accordingly.
Parts
Parts are available at most Jayco dealerships or your dealer can order parts for you as
needed. Should you be unable to find a dealer in your local area, contact our Customer
Service Department at 877-825-4782 or 219-825-0608. We will assist you in providing
parts through an authorized dealer or from Jay Parr Supply, our parts department located
in Middlebury, Indiana.
Owner’s Responsibility
As a new owner of a Jayco recreation vehicle, you are responsible for regular and
proper maintenance. This will help you prevent conditions arising from neglect that
are not covered by your Jayco Limited Warranty.
Maintenance service should be performed in accordance with this owner’s manual and
any other applicable manuals.
As the owner, it is your responsibility and obligation to return the RV to an authorized
dealer for repairs and service. Reference your Limited Warranty for additional informa-
tion. Because the authorized dealer where you purchased your RV is responsible for its
servicing before delivery and has an interest in your continued satisfaction, we recom-
mend that inspection, warranty and maintenance services be performed by the dealership.
If you are traveling and are unable to locate an authorized Jayco dealer, or an authorized
dealer for the component needing service, please call our customer service office at
877-825-4782 or 219-825-0608 or contact your selling dealer for assistance.
NOTE: Service at a non-authorized Jayco dealer should have prior authorization.
You will be asked to return any mechanical parts replaced before reimburse-
ment consideration is made. Unauthorized or improper repairs may void the
warranty on that component.
Please keep your owner’s manual, your copy of your warranty registration form and any
other related papers in your RV.

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CHAPTER 3
USE OF YOUR FOLDING CAMPING TRAILER
In this chapter you will find helpful information to assist you in preparing, traveling and
using your folding camping trailer.
EQUIPMENT
Tow Vehicle
Begin your camping experiences by using a tow vehicle that will adequately transport
your folding camping trailer to and from your destinations. You must use the Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) factor as a measuring tool to cross match the capability
of your selected tow vehicle. Ford, Chrysler-Daimler and Chevrolet provide trailer
towing guides for their products, as do most auto and truck manufacturers. Ask your
local automotive dealer for a copy or contact the factory’s customer assistance for
information. Most tow vehicles have towing packages available as an option and these
should be given serious consideration. Tow vehicles with longer wheel bases perform
better and are more stable than short wheel bases, such as those on most SUV’s. The
condition of the suspension system in your tow vehicle is also important and will affect
your trailer’s handling. Become familiar with and understand how to properly distribute
loads in your trailer and tow vehicle and never overload either unit. Make sure your tow
vehicle is in good mechanical condition and maintenance is up to date. When you tow a
RV, you must drive differently than you do when driving a single vehicle. Practice
hooking up, driving, backing up and braking in a safe environment (with vehicles fully
loaded as if for normal travel is possible) or seek out professional instruction. Obey all
posted speed limits. Be prepared to drive slower and if you must pass, do so with utmost
care, particularly in strong winds. When being passed by or when passing semi-trailers or
large buses, be prepared for displaced air, as it can be severe enough to cause trailer
sway. Understand how trailer brakes, tow vehicle brakes, acceleration can affect your
control of the trailer when you experience trailer sway as well as proper hitches and sway
controls.
There are many excellent publications about traveling with a RV. We strongly recom-
mend you make use of available resources at your local library, the internet or bookstore.
Hitches
After choosing your tow vehicle, it is very important to install a hitch system with weight
distributing bars to accommodate your coach. This weight selection and installation
should be performed by a professional hitch service which may or may not be your
selling dealer.
Class II or III hitches are suggested. With the Class III, 350# equalizing bars can be used
if installed correctly with the surge brakes. The very equipment which sometimes gives
autos, trucks and sport utility vehicles a softer ride can accentuate swaying when pulling
a trailer. Conversely, too stiff a suspension can increase vibration, bounce and accelerate
wear of your tow vehicle and trailer. It is important that your trailer be level when
hitched to your tow vehicle. Educate yourself to protect you, your family and other
motorists. An anti-sway device may be needed with some tow vehicle/trailer combina-
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CAUTIONS:
• Using an oversized or undersized hitch can cause damage to the frame of your
folding camping trailer.
• Jayco, Inc. cannot be responsible for the suspension system of the tow vehicle. The
final ball height after the coach is completely hooked up is a factor to be consid-
ered when towing a trailer. To avoid overloading your RV axles and minimize
possible handling difficulties, your RV should tow level when hooked to your tow
vehicle.
• Do not overload your tow vehicle
Hitch Height
The correct hitch ball height is listed on the chart below for your folding camping trailer.
It is measured with the unit in a level position, measuring from the top of the ball to
ground level.
Jayco Incorporated cannot be responsible for the suspension system of any tow vehicle.
There are a variety of suspension systems available on tow vehicles today which will
effect the ball height, stability and levelness of the RV when hooked up to the vehicle.
Make certain your dealer is aware of the type of tow vehicle that will be used so a
compatible hook-up can be achieved.
Specifications
All Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17"
The ball size on all folding camping trailers is 2 inches.
Hookup
Hooking up a camper is not difficult and will become easier with practice. The following
procedure will help you until you become more experienced.
1. When closing your folding camping trailer to depart from the campsite (before
removing the crank for storage), be sure to place slight tension on the cables of the
lifter system by turning the crank in the “UP” movement to make it taut taking
caution not to overtighten. Make sure that you have carefully read and understand
all of the instructions for closing your camper.
CAUTION: It is very important to place tension on the cable system to prevent
them from becoming tangled. If the cables become tangled, it could lead to
breakage of the lifter cables when the roof is raised.
2. Turn the crank on the jack to raise the tongue of camping trailer above the hitch ball
on the tow vehicle hitch.
3. Open coupler latch.
4. Back tow vehicle into proper position.
5. Turn crank on jack to lower coupler onto ball hitch.
6. Close coupler latch after completely seated.
7. Install weight distributing bars (equalizers) as per recommendations from hitch
supplier, when required.