KZ SPORTSMEN LE User manual

GUIDEBOOKTOENJOYMENTOF
YOURKZRV
RECREATIONALVEHICLE
SPORTSMEN
LE
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THEPURPOSE OF THISOWNER’S MANUALISTO
PROVIDETHEMOSTCURRENTINFORMATION
AVAILABLECONCERNINGYOURNEWRECREATIONAL
VEHICLEABOUTCAREAND USAGE.
ALSOMINORMAINTENANCEAND CRITICALSAFETY
WARNINGSAREINCLUDEDAND MUST BE READAND
OBEYED.
ADDITIONALMAINTENANCEINFORMATIONISFOUND IN
‘MAINTENANCEMANUAL’SUPPLIEDWITHYOUR
COACH. FAILURETOPROVIDECAREFORYOUR R.V.
COULD RESULTIN LOSSOF WARRANTYCOVERAGE.
ADDITIONALMANUALSMAYBESUPPLIEDAND
AVAILABLEBYTHEMANUFACTUREROFTHE
COMPONENTAND/ORAPPLIANCE.SEETHE
INFORMATION PACKETIN YOUR COACH.
©2017 KZRV, LP LITHOU.S.A. 9-2017
ConventionalTravelTrailer TravelTrailerToyHauler
FifthWheel FifthWheelToyHauler
HybridTravelTrailer
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KZRV
“BUILDING QUALITYANDFUN
FOROVER40YEARS”
Wecongratulateyouon yourpurchaseofaKZRV,
recreationalvehicle.You havechosen aqualitybuilt
RVwhichshouldprovide you withmanyyearsof
campingmemoriesandfun.
Therecreationalvehicleyou havepurchased has
beeninspectedbyourtrainedinspectorsand fully
meetsourhighqualitystandards.
Asthe ownerofanewKZRV, RVyou can rest
assuredthatwewill do all wecan tokeepyou a
“happycamper”.Naturally,yoursellingdealershipis
alwayshappytohelpyou withanyquestionsyou
mayhaveorserviceyou mayneed.Andshouldyou
needassistancewhen traveling,withover250
KZRV, dealersnationwide,assistanceisusuallyjust
minutesaway.
KZRV
0985N 900 W
Shipshewana, IN 46565
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TABLEOFCONTENTS
Chapter1 – Introduction to RVOwnership...................................1
SafetyConsiderations.................................................................2
ReportingSafetyDefects......................................................2
SafetyWhen EmergencyStopping.......................................3
AdditionalSafetyConsiderations..........................................3
Extended orColdWeatherUse ..................................................4
Condensation..............................................................................4
Causes...….…………………………………………………..…4
Solutions…………………………………………………………5
InteriorVentilation……………………………………...……………5
Chapter2 – Service Procedures.....................................................7
BasicServiceProcedures...........................................................7
Dealer... ................................................................................8
Factory…... ...........................................................................8
Parts…..................................................................................8
Owner’sResponsibility.........................................................8
SeasonalSite........................................................................9
TowableLimited Warranty………..............................................10
Chapter3 – Using YourRV...........................................................13
Equipment…..............................................................................13
TowVehicle ........................................................................13
Hitches – TravelTrailer.......................................................13
Hitches – Fifth Wheel..........................................................14
Hitch Height Specifications – Fifth Wheel...........................14
Hitch Height Specifications – TravelTrailer........................15
Hook-Up (TravelTrailer).....................................................15
The SafetyChain (TravelTrailer).......................................15
Traveling…................................................................................16
Weights...............................................................................16
Weighing Vehicle (Loaded orUnloaded)............................17
Loading the Trailer—Distribution........................................18
Out sidekitchen…………………………… .. ………….19
Towing.. ..............................................................................20
Tires…... .............................................................................20
SafetyFirst-BasicTire Maintenance............................21
Finding TirePressure and LoadLimits........................21
Understanding Tire Pressure and Load Limits.............22
Checking Tire Pressure................................................22
StepsforMaintaining ProperTire Pressure.................23
Tire Size.......................................................................23
Tire Tread.....................................................................24
Tire Balance and WheelAlignment..............................24
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Tire Repair....................................................................24
Tire Fundamentals .......................................................24
VehicleLoad Limits………………………………………25
Cargo Capacities………………………………………….26
HowOverloading AffectsYourRVand Tires .....................26
Tire Speed Rating……………………………………………..27
Tire SafetyTips...................................................................27
PreventingTire Damage..............................................27
Tire SafetyChecklist....................................................27
HowtoChangea Tire………………………………………...28
WheelLugs.........................................................................28
Brakes—Electrical ..............................................................29
BreakawaySwitch ..............................................................30
SettingUp andUsingYourRecreationalVehicle .....................31
TravelTrailerHookUp………………………………………..31
Fifth WheelHookUp…...………………………………..……31
SafetyDetectors….………….…...………………...…………33
Propane/ Carbon MonoxideDetector….…...……..…...33
What isCarbon Monoxide?..........................................33
DualSensorTechnology………………...………………34
Operation…….…………...…………………………….…34
LowerPowerOption...….……………………………..…35
Visualand AudibleAlarmSignals……….………...……35
COAlarm…..................................................................35
Propane GasAlarm…..................................................36
Smoke Alarm……....…...….……………………………..37
Operation…………………………...……………………..37
Testing……………………………………..………………36
Fire Extinguisher…………………………………………37
Steps-Two orThree............................................................38
Windows .............................................................................38
Doors…...............................................................................38
TVAntennas(Standard RoofMount).................................38
Slide Outs ...........................................................................40
PowerForOperation...………………....………………..40
TrailerSet-Up Requirements-General……..…………..41
BelowFloorSlideSystem…………...…………………..41
Above FloorSlide Out (AllBrandsand Types……...…41
BedroomSlide Out ………………………...………..…..41
ElectricalComponents…………………………………...43
ManualOverride…………...…………………………..…43
Above FloorSlide Out……………..….…………….……43
ManualOverride-BedroomSlide……………….…….…44
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Blinds………………………………………………….………..44
Ladder-Outside………………………...………….…………..45
PowerTongue Jack…………………………………………..45
Chapter4………………………………………………………….…….46
Waterand DrainagePlumbing..................................................46
FreshWaterSystem………………………………......…………..46
Tanks……...........................................................................46
Filling FreshWaterSystem.................................................46
12-Volt Demand Pump.......................................................47
Faucets…............................................................................48
Bathand Shower................................................................48
Outside Shower(Optional) .................................................49
FreshWaterLines…………………………………...………..49
Lo-PointDrains……………………………...……….………..50
Sanitizingand FillingthePotableWaterSystem................50
Drainage (FreshWater)......................................................51
To Drain System….………………………..……………..51
Sanitation System .....................................................................51
Toilets…..……….................................................................51
Using Toilet and TankSystem…………....………..………..52
Vents…….…………………………………………….………..53
Holding Tanks.....................................................................53
DrainingtheTanks…………………………………………….54
FlushSystem…………………………………………………..55
Maintenance forHoldingTanks..........................................55
Heated Holding Tanks…………………………..…..………..56
Winterizing YourRecreationalVehicle...............................56
Propane FuelSystem……….....................................................59
Propane Container………...................................................59
Servicing and FillingPropane Containers ..........................60
Installing Propane Containers ............................................62
Regulator………. ................................................................63
HighPressure HoseswithAcme Connectors.....................65
Main SupplyHose – LowPressure ....................................65
Operation…………..............................................................66
Checking forLeaks………………………………….………...67
Propane GasConsumption ................................................68
ElectricalSystem………............................................................69
GeneralInformation............................................................69
Changesand Modifications ................................................69
120 VoltAC System............................................................69
PowerCord30 Amp or50 Amp………........................69
CircuitBreakers and Box .............................................70
50 Amp (Optional)........................................................71
GFCI Protection............................................................72
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12 VoltDC System .............................................................73
Converter………...........................................................74
AuxiliaryBattery(Optionalon Some Units)..................74
CircuitBreakers and Fuses-12Volt DC........................75
ExteriorLightsand Connector, 12V.............................76
Porch Lights…………...................................................77
BrakeWiring………………………………………….…...77
Chapter5 – Appliances…………...................................................79
Furnace………………................................................................80
Operating Instructions………………………………………...81
ExternalVents………………………………………….……...82
Ducting……………………………………………….….……..82
Range and Oven Top BurnerOperation...................................83
Drop-In Stove Option and RangeWithout Piezo Ignition...83
Top Burners …………………………………………………...83
Oven andRange Combination...........................................84
Stove Top IgnitionSystem...........................................84
Oven Burner.................................................................85
WaterHeater…………...............................................................87
GeneralInformation……………………………….……...87
Operating Instructions: DSIMODEL……………….…..87
Operating Instructions– ElectricElement……….……...88
Winterizing YourWaterHeater………………………………89
Refrigerator…………….............................................................90
Leveling…………… ............................................................90
Venting……………..............................................................90
BatteryDrainInformation....................................................90
DoorSeal………… .............................................................91
DoorLatch…………............................................................91
Operation in Transit….........................................................91
Defrosting and Cleaning the RefrigeratorInterior...............91
Operation ofRefrigerator…………………………………….92
Operating the RefrigeratorControls………………………...92
MonitorPanel……….................................................................94
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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTIONTO RV OWNERSHIP
Welcometo the growing familyofnewKZRVowners and the worldof
recreationalvehicletravel.The purchaseof yourKZRVproductallows
youto enterthistypeofcamping and leisuretravel.Yourcoachhas
beendesignedandengineered tooffermanycomfortsofhome. KZ
RecreationalVehiclesaredesigned and constructedto be used as
temporarylivingquarters forcamping andtraveluses.The coaches
arenot intended forhauling cargoexceptToyHaulers thenonly
withinweight limits.
Thisowner’smanualwaspreparedtoassistyou inunderstandingthe
properuseand operation ofvariouscontainment systems,servicing
and maintenanceofcomponent parts,and explanation ofyour
warrantyprotection. Ifthisis yourfirstRVtravelcoach, youwillwant
to acquaint yourselfwithallaspectsand information found inthis
manualplusmanualssupplied bycomponent manufacturers.
Thesematerialswillreflectthemostcurrent information availablefor
the user.Somecomponentsanditemsmaynotbeinyourcoachas
theymaybe optionson different models.
Keepthisowner’smanualinyourrecreationalvehicleforhandy
reference. Get to knowyournewvehicleandhowitoperates.You
shouldcarefullyread andunderstand theseinstructions,aswellas
information suppliedbythemanufacturers ofseparatelywarranted
products,sincetheycontainimportant operating,safety,and
maintenanceinstructions.Ifyou havequestionsthat arenot
adequatelyanswered bythismanualorotherbooklets,consultyour
dealer.Ifhe cannotsatisfactorilyansweryourquestions,hewillcall
ourstaff foradditionalinformation.
Everyefforthasbeenmade to provide you withasafe, dependable
product.Yourvehiclecomplieswithapplicablerequirementsof
FederalMotorVehicleSafetyStandards,State Regulations,
CanadianStandardsAssociations(CSA)whereapplicable, and
complieswithrequirementsofANSIStandard1192,thenationally
recognized“StandardforRecreationalVehicles – Installationof
Plumbing,HeatingandElectricalSystems.”The RecreationalVehicle
IndustryAssociation (RVIA)andCanadianStandardsAssociation
(CSA)periodicallyinspectourproduction linesandassistusin
maintaining strictcompliancewith installation and safetystandardsfor
those systems. Yourfollow-up with periodic safetyinspectionsand
aprogramof preventivemaintenanceis important forthe
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continuation of safe and trouble-free operation.
Camping isagreatwaytorelaxandenjoytheoutdoors withyour
friendsand family.Pleaserememberto tread lightlyonourbeautiful
landand leaveonlyyourfootprintssothat others mayenjoynature
asmuch asyou did.
SAFETYCONSIDERATIONS______________________________
The terms NOTE,CAUTION , WARNING and DANGER have
specificmeaningsinthismanualaswellascomponent manuals.
A NOTE providesadditionalinformation tomake a step orprocedure
easierorclearer.Disregardinga NOTE couldcauseinconvenience,
but would not be likelyto cause damage orpersonalinjury.
A CAUTION emphasizesareaswhereequipment damage could
result. Disregardinga CAUTION couldcause permanent mechanical
damage. However, personalinjuryisunlikely.
A WARNING isgiving noticeto userthat potentialinjuriesmayoccur
to aperson fromequipment and mechanicalfailure. Disregarding a
WARNING mayresultinseriousphysicalinjuryto occupant.
A DANGER alertsareaswheresafetymeasuresMUSTbe strictly
adhered to, assuchfailurescan be dangerous.Disregarding a
DANGER couldcausing seriousinjuryand possible loss of life.
Reporting SafetyDefects
Ifyou believethat yourvehiclehasadefectwhichcouldcausea
crashorcouldcauseinjuryordeath, youshouldimmediatelyinform
the NationalHighwayTrafficSafetyAdministration(NHTSA)in
addition to notifying KZRV.
IfNHTSA inadditionreceivessimilarcomplaints,itmayopenan
investigation,andifitfindsthat asafetydefectexistsinagroup of
vehicles,itmayorderarecallandremedycampaign. However,
NHTSA cannot becomeinvolved inindividualproblemsbetween
you,yourdealerorKZRV.
TocontactNHTSA,youmayeithercall the AutoSafetyHotlinetoll-
free at 1-800-424-9393 orwrite to:
NHTSA
USDepartment ofTransportation
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Washington, DC 20590
Youcanalsoobtainotherinformation aboutmotorvehiclesafety
fromthe Hotline.
SafetyWhenEmergencyStopping
It iswiseto carryroadflagsand/ortriangularwarning devicesto be
used whennecessary.When pullingoff ahighway,useyourfour
wayhazardlightsaswarningflashers,evenifonlyto change
drivers.Pull off the road waycompletelyifat allpossibletochange
flat tiresoranyotheremergency.
AdditionalSafetyConsiderations
1. Sanitizethe freshwatersupplysystemperiodically(see
sanitizinginstructions).
2. Keepwaterconnection fittingsfromcoming incontactwiththe
ground ordrainhose to reduce chanceofcontamination.
3. EnlistservicesofaQualified RVTechnicianto fix gasor
electricalappliances,oranyothergasorelectricalsystem
problem.
4. Alwayshaveaserviceablefireextinguisherplaced inan easily
accessiblelocation.
5. Insurethattiresareingoodconditionandproperlyinflated.
Watchtireinflationclosely.Under-inflated tireswill overheat.
Overheatedtiresareapotentialhazardastheymaythrow
rubberandcauseablow-out. Checkthe tirepressurebefore
each tripwhile the tiresarecold.
6. Checkand tightenthewheellugsregularly(every50 miles
when newuntil 200 milesarereached and then checkthe lugs
every500 miles).
7. Checkthe brakesinasafearea – not whiletraveling on abusy
highway.
8. Alwaysblockthe trailerwheelssolidlybeforeunhitching.
9. Before leaving a camp areawitha trailerintow,insure:
a. The safetypinorlocking leverisseated.
b. The breakawaywire isattached tothetowvehicle.
c. Alljacksare raised so that theycannot touch the ground.
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d. The 110-voltelectricalcordisproperlystored.
e. The safetychainsare connected. .
f. Allinteriorlightsare off.
10. Observe and obeythe warning labelsattachedto yourvehicle
concerning propane, water,electricityand loading.
11. Extinguish all campfiresbefore leavingyourcampsite.
EXTENDED OR COLD WEATHER USE
YourKZrecreationalvehiclehasbeenbuiltforenjoyment ina
recreationalmanner.Thisrecreationalvehicleisnotintendedto be
used asfull-timeliving quarters.Noristhisafourseason unit. Using
thisunitinfreezingconditionsisnot recommended. However,ifunitis
used infreezingweather,followingareguidelinesto follow.Any
problemsresulting fromfreezing are not coveredunderwarranty.
1. For winteruseinfreezing conditions,moreprotectionmaybe
required. Use skirting and/orinsulation belowfloorlevelto provide
additionalprotection.
2. Remember,waterfreezesat 32oFahrenheitwhetherfreshor
drainage.Propercaremustbeusedtoprotectanysystemat 32o
Forlower.Localrecreationalvehicledealers and campground
personnelmaybeableto adviseyouon needed protection.
3. Energyrequirements,suchaspropaneandelectricalsupplies
mustbe adequate. Protectyourpropane regulatorfromfreeze-
ups.
4. Duringcoldweatheryouwillexperiencemorecondensationthan
normal. Using ventilation ora dehumidifiermaybe needed.
CONDENSATION_________________________________________
Where it comesfrom, what causesit, and varioussolutions.
Condensation isnot a warrantyissue.
Causes:
A. It occurs when warmmoistaircontactsacoldsurface, suchas
raintouching thetent fabric withpeoplebreathing warmmoistair
against it frominside due tonormalbreathing.
B. When cooking food ortaking ashower,warmmoistaircirculates
throughoutthecoachattachingitselftocoolersurfaces,forming
beadsand runningdown wallorwindow
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C. Normalbreathing will emitapproximately1/2 pintofmoistureinto
the airperperson,perday.The moreoccupantsthe greater
quantityofcondensationyou mayfind.
Solutions:
1. When taking ashower, openbath roofvent approximately½inch
allowing moisture to escape.
2. Use the powervent overrange whencooking.
3. Ifcondensationisfoundincabinetorclosets,opendoorslightly
to equalize temperature and provideventilation.
4. Opening windowsand roofvents,when possible, allowingwarm
moist airto escapeisthe bestwayto reduce condensation.
5. Underextremeconditions,youmayneedto useadehumidifierto
removemoist airconditions.
In camping, coacheswhichhavetentsorfabricbunkareas,itiseven
more important to avoidcondensation dropsfromroofarea.
Openingthetentwindowat the person’sheadwillallowairtoflow
across the roofreducing oravoidingcondensation.
Uncontrolled condensation can cause dampness,mildew, etc., inside
yourrecreationalvehicle.Be sure to make strong effortsto control
condensation.
INTERIOR VENTILATION
Anew coach alwayshasapeculiararoma in itdueto allthe
componentsused to build it, such asplywood, paneling, carpet and
fabrics.
Allowingfresh airto moveand circulate through outa new
recreationalvehicleisveryvaluableforseveralreasons.
1. Componentsused havechemicalsin themthat maycause
possible irritation to the respiratorysystemofthe human body.
2.. Freshairisalwaysgood forthe human bodyunlessallergiesare
a factor.
Continuouslivinginyourrecreational vehicle couldcause acceleratedwear
to components above recreational use.
CAUTION
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Numerouswaysareprovided toexchange airin coaches.
1. Open windowsonnon-rainydays,allowing airexchange
between inside and outside.
2. Powerhoodventabove cooking stovewillsend heat and food
smell outside.
3. Roofvent; numeroustypes;
a. Standard airflowusing gravityflow method.
b. Power(12vor110v)ventswill moveairfaster.
c. Hi-volume powervents, operation in12 volt powercan
exchange airina coach in severalminutesifwindows
areopen accordingly.Ifthereisa fan inthe rear, open
window(s) in front.
Different brands/modelshavedifferent features,suchasremote
control, rainsensor,variable speed controlswitch, etc.
Read carefullytheoperatinginstructionswhichareprovidedbythe
manufacture and can be found inyourcoach.
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CHAPTER 2
SERVICE PROCEDURES
BASIC SERVICEPROCEDURES___________________________
KZRVandYourKZRVDealerhaveastronganddedicatedinterest
inmaintaining the highestqualitycustomerrelationswith itsowners.
Yoursatisfaction withyourKZrecreationalvehicleand yourKZRV
dealerisourprimaryconcern. In addition toproducing high quality
products,wewanttoassureourcustomers ofoursupportwithparts
and serviceavailability. Ourdealernetworkis thefirstchoiceto
serveand supplyyourneedsforyourrecreationalvehicle. Our
authorized dealers willpleasantlyassistinprovidingservice
maintenanceneedsplusparts,options,andinformation concerning
yourrecreationalvehicle.
Shouldyouexperienceaproblemwith serviceavailability,please
followthe stepsintheorderlisted below.
1. Contactyourselling dealer’sservicedepartment foran
appointment. Describeto the bestofyourknowledge the nature
ofthe problem.Pleasekeep appointmentsto establishagood,
workable relationship.
2. Contacttheownerorgeneralmanagerofthedealershipshould
the initialattempt fail with the service department.
3. Contact: CustomerRelationsDepartment
KZRV
0985N 900W
Shipshewana, IN 46565
Phone: [phone]
Hours: (8am-5pmE.S.T.)
E-mail: [e-mail]
Website: http://www.kz-rv.com
Givealltheaboveinformationasrequestedalongwiththe
serialnumberofthe coachinquestion. We willmake every
attempt to resolve yourproblem.
Pleasebearinmindthat mostproblemsarisefrom
misunderstandingsconcerningwarrantycoverageand service. In
mostinstances,youwillbereferred to the dealerleveland your
concernswill be resolved with the dealer’sfacilitiesand personnel.
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Dealer
Yourauthorized KZRVdealerhasperformed aPDI(pre-delivery
inspection)onyourrecreationalvehicle. Sinceyourdealeris
authorized to sellKZRVproducts,theyarealsotheretosupply
parts,optionalequipment, and provide servicerepairs,warrantyor
otherwise asneeded.
Firstchoiceforwarrantyrepairs isyoursellingKZRVdealer.Other
dealers can be used, however, priorapprovalisrequired.
Somerecreationalvehicledealers maybe authorized service
centers forcertainmanufacturers ofproductswarranted separately,
suchasappliances.Checkwithyourdealerbeforecontacting
anyoneelsetoreducedelays.Ifthedealerisnotan authorized
servicecenterforthe productinquestion, hecan assistyou in
obtaining authorized service.
Factory
Servicerepairs can be performed at the manufacturing facilityat
Shipshewana,Indiana. ShouldyourKZRVproductbe inneed of
majorrepairs andyourdealerrecommendsfactoryrepairs,please
followthe stepslisted belowforsuchwork.
1. Yourdealer must makean appointment withservicepersonnel
at the factoryPRIOR toyourarrival.
2. Anyfreightcosts,aretheresponsibilityofthe owneraslisted in
the warrantycoverage schedule.
Parts
Stocking ofpartsvariesfromdealerto dealer.Anyauthorized dealer
can orderanyrequiredpartto be shippedtotheirdealership.All
partsare obtained throughauthorized KZRVdealers only.
Owner’s Responsibility
When owningandusing arecreationalvehicle, itis important to
performregularand normalmaintenance. Thisisrecommended
twiceayear,spring and fall,to prevent undesireddeterioration of
yourcoach. Weatherelementsplayan importantfunction on
sealantsand othercomponentsrequiring normalmaintenance.
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Asan ownerandoperator,itisyourresponsibilityandobligation to
inspectandreturnyourcoachtoanauthorizeddealerforrepairs as
required. Yourauthorizedsellingdealerisalwaysyourfirstchoice
andhecertainlyhascontinuedinterestinyoursatisfaction.Asyour
manufacturer,werecommend that inspectionandservicebe
performed byyourselling dealership.
Ifyou aretravelingand areunableto locate anauthorized KZ
dealer,oran authorized dealerforthe component needing service,
pleasecallourcustomerserviceofficeat(866)472-5460.Serviceat
anon-authorized dealerMUSThavepriorauthorization. Youmaybe
asked to returnanymechanicalpartsreplacedbefore
reimbursement consideration ismade. Unauthorizedorimproper
repairs mayvoidthe warrantyofthat component.Alwayskeep your
owner’smanualalongwithacopyofyourwarrantyregistrationwith
you when traveling.
Seasonal Site
When placingyouruniton acampsite inthespringand returningit
in the fallto yourhome, it’sclassed asa “seasonalsite.”
Performing repairworkon suchasite isnot recommended for
numerousreasons;available parts, tools,space, weatherconditions,
etc.
Anyservicerepairs whichrequireaservicetechnicianalsorequire
the unitto betaken toaservicefacility,preferablyyourselling
dealer.
Warrantycoverage doesnot include triporservicecall costsfor
such a trip. It istheowners responsibilitytoprovide forsuch costs.
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CHAPTER 3
USING YOUR RV
In thischapteryouwill findthree areasof usefulinformationto assist
you with correct equipment, traveling,and finally,actually using
yourrecreational vehicle.
EQUIPMENT______________________________________
TowVehicle
Beginyourcamping experiencesbyobtainingatowvehiclewhich
willadequatelytransportyourrecreationalvehicleto and fromyour
chosen destinations.Yourmostimportant measuring toolisthe
GVWR, Gross VehicleWeight Rating, tocross matchthe capability
of yourselected towvehicle.
Mostauto andtruckmanufacturesprovide trailertowing guidesfor
theirproducts.Askyourlocalautomotivedealerforacopyorcall
the factory’sdirectlinesforinformation. Manytowvehicles,
including mini-vans,havespecialtowing package optionsavailable
forsmall traveltrailers.Towvehicleswith long wheelbasesperform
betterthanthose with shortwheelbases.
Asecond factorisGCWR,Gross Combined Weight Rating, which
refers to the totalweightof the towvehicleand anyvehicleintowas
a“combined”weight. Thisinformation, suppliedbythe towvehicle
manufacturer, isrelatedto the capabilityofthe towvehicle.
The condition ofthe suspension inyourtowvehicleisalsoan
important factor.Makesureyourtowvehicleisingood operating
conditionandfollowthefactoryrecommendedmaintenance
guidelines.
Hitches – Travel Trailer
Afterobtaining yourtowvehicle,itisveryimportant tochoose, and
haveinstalled, acorrecthitchsystemwithweight distributing bars to
accommodate yourcoachifsorequired. Thisselection and
installationshouldbedonebyaprofessionalhitchservicecenter,
whichmayormaynot beyoursellingdealer.Swaycontrolsmaybe
neededbasedonsizeand weightofcoach,pluscapabilityofyour
TowVehicle.
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