Leisure Travel Vans 2013 Unity User manual

Production improvement is a continuing process at Triple E Recreational Vehicles.
We reserve the right to change specications, operating instructions, standards and options on any and
all products without prior notice. The diagrams included were current at the time of printing.
Copyright, Triple E Canada Ltd.
P/N 146-4592 - FEB 2013
Printed in Canada
301 Roblin Blvd., Box 1230 Winkler, MB Canada R6W 4C4
Telephone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
US Address: P.O. Box 68 Walhalla, ND 58282
www.tripleerv.com • [e-mail] • www.leisurevans.com • [email protected]
Triple E Recreational Vehicles and Leisure Travel Vans are brands and trademarks of Triple E Canada Ltd.

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Table of Contents
Introduction .................................5
Owner’s Manuals...........................5
Information Kit .............................5
Options and Equipment......................5
Vehicle Certication Labels ....................6
Reference Number Codes: ...................6
Service Assistance..........................9
Reporting Safety Defects.....................9
Coach Specications ........................9
Safety......................................11
General Safety............................11
Alarms ..................................12
Combination Carbon Monoxide/Smoke Alarm ...13
Smoke Alarm .............................13
Fire Prevention ...........................14
Fire Safety Tips ...........................14
Fire Extinguisher ..........................14
Emergency Escape ........................15
Vehicle Operation............................16
Vehicle Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Keys ....................................16
Vehicle Loading and Weights ................16
Towing ..................................17
Auxiliary Vehicle Towing ....................17
Pre-Trip Inspection ........................18
Emergency Equipment Checklist .............19
Final Checks .............................19
Maximum Occupancy ......................19
Seat / Shoulder Belts.......................20
Driver / Passenger Seat Controls .............21
Travelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Driving Characteristics......................23
Driving Safety Tips.........................23
Travel Tips ...............................24
Severe Weather Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Emergencies While Driving ..................25
Hazard Warning Lights .....................25
Flat Tire .................................25
When the Vehicle is Disabled ................26
Overheating ..............................26
Parking..................................27
Stabilizers ...............................28
Prolonged Occupancy ......................28
Levelling the Motorhome ....................28
Refuelling................................29
Door Locks...............................30
Step Override Switch.......................30
Porch Light Switch.........................30
Exterior Lights Switch ......................30
Interior Overhead Light / Dimmer Switch .......30
Steps Cover ..............................31
Slide Out Room ...........................31
Slide Out Room Emergency Operation.........33
Awning ..................................34
Appliance and Equipment Operation ...........36
Refrigerator ..............................36
Stove Top ................................37
Microwave/Convection Oven.................37
LP Gas Furnace...........................38
Roof Air Conditioner with Heat Pump Cooling ...39
Heat Pump...............................39
Coach Power Roof Vent ....................40
Shower Cubicle Roof Vent...................41
Side Window Vents ........................41
TV .....................................42
TV Utility Panel ...........................43
Cable TV Connection ......................43
External Satellite TV Connection..............43
TV Antenna ..............................43
Radio Switch .............................44
HDMI Connection .........................44
Video Switch Box..........................44
Murphy Bed ..............................45
Murphy Bed Manual Lift Procedure............47
Seating / Sleeping .........................48

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Electrical System Operation...................50
Electrical Supply ..........................50
System Monitor ...........................51
Power Converter 120 Volt AC to 12 DC Volt .....51
120 Volt AC System........................52
120 Volt AC Circuit Breakers .................52
12 Volt DC Coach Fuses ....................52
12 Volt DC Chassis Fuses...................52
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI).........53
Auxiliary LP Gas Generator (Optional) .........53
Auxiliary Diesel Generator (Optional) ..........54
Generator Safety ..........................55
Automatic Power Transfer Switch .............55
12 Volt DC system .........................56
Chassis Battery ...........................56
Coach Batteries 12 Volt DC..................56
Coach Battery Condition Meter ...............56
Battery Maintenance .......................56
Inverter..................................58
Inverter Remote Control Panel ...............58
Lighting Maintenance ......................59
Water / Plumbing System .....................61
Electrical Supply ..........................61
Fresh Water System .......................61
External Water Supply ......................61
Fresh Water Tank Filling ....................62
Water Pump Switch ........................63
Water Pump ..............................63
Fresh Water Tank and Water System Drain .....63
Water Pump Troubleshooting ................64
Water Filter ..............................64
Disinfection of Water Tank ...................65
Waste Systems ...........................65
Grey Water - Waste Holding Tank .............65
Black Water - Waste Holding Tank ............65
Dumping Holding Tanks.....................65
Black Water Waste Tank Rinse ...............66
Macerator................................67
Do’s and Don‘ts - Holding Tanks ..............67
Using On-Site Sewer Hook-Ups ..............67
Water Heater .............................68
Water Heater Bypass Valve..................69
Water Fixtures ............................69
Fresh Water Toilet .........................69
Liquid Propane Gas System...................72
LP Valve Gas Control (Utility Center) ..........72
Safe Use Of LP Gas .......................72
Selecting Fuel Types .......................72
How LP Gas Works ........................73
LP Gas Tank System .......................73
Air in the LP Gas Tank ......................74
Travelling with LP Gas......................74
LP Gas Tank Regulator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
LP Gas Leaks ............................75
Avoiding Asphyxiation ......................76
Motorhome Maintenance .....................77
Exterior Care and Maintenance...............77
Interior Care..............................78
Storage and Winterization ....................80
Storage Checklist..........................80
Cold Temperature Storage ..................80
De-Winterizing the Water Systems ............83
Spring Startup ............................83
Cold Temperature Operation .................83
Chassis .................................83
LP Gas..................................83
Waste System ............................83
Maintenance and Service ...................84
2013 NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY.......86

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Introduction
Congratulations on your choice of a Leisure Travel Vans Motorhome for your travelling and touring comfort and
enjoyment. Your Motorhome utilizes the latest design features and manufacturing techniques in order to enhance
safe, efcient, and trouble-free operation at all times.
Owner’s Manuals
This owner’s manual covers the operation and limitation of the systems and controls unique to your Motorhome.
All operator’s/occupants should read, understand, and follow all instructions in this manual, the chassis manual.
Your Motorhome is complex and incorporates components, equipment and appliances manufactured by companies
unrelated to Triple E Canada Ltd. Important operating and maintenance manuals for these specic components,
equipment and appliances are located in the information kit supplied with the Motorhome, see below for details.
A few minutes spent reading the appropriate manual will pay rich dividends in providing safe, efcient, and trouble-
free operation. Keep all manuals with the information kit in the Motorhome for ready reference. Pass this manual and
information kit on to any subsequent operator or operator.
For clarication or further details on any of the enclose information, please contact:
Your Leisure Travel Vans Dealer
or
Triple E RV Customer Service at:
Email: [e-mail]
Toll Free: 877-992-9906
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Information Kit
The information kit includes information on the following components, equipment and appliances listed below.
Refrigerator
Stove top
Furnace
Electrical Panel
Toilet
Water Heater
Water Pump
Vent (roof)
Fire Extinguisher
Smoke Detector
Thermostat
CO Detector
Propane Detector
Gas Regulator
TV Antenna
TV/DVD
Chassis
Air Conditioner
Generator
Stabilizers
Rearview Monitor
Inverter
Entertainment System
Safety
Flooring and Countertops
Electric Step
Water Filtration
Options and Equipment
Triple E Recreational Vehicles are available in various sizes and oor plan congurations and differing optional
equipment. The equipment, accessories and components described in this manual may not apply in all respects to
your motor. Read the material and manuals provided in the Information Kit for detailed instructions the equipment
specic to your Motorhome.

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Vehicle Certication Labels
The vehicle certication labels contain vehicle identication and other important reference information. Never remove
or destroy these labels. The labels are located on the driver & passenger door frames. See location details on the
following page.
Reference Number Codes:
Manufacture/Conversion Date:1.
The date on which the coach portion of your Motorhome was built.
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR):2.
The maximum permissible weight of this fully loaded Motorhome.
Sleeping Capacity Weight Rating (SCWR):3.
The manufacturer’s designated number of sleeping positions multiplied by 154 lbs (70 Kgs).
Occupant and Cargo Carrying Capacity (OCCC):4.
The value equal to the GVWR minus UVW and LP. In other words, OCCC is how much weight in occupants, cargo,
water and trailer tongue weight that can be added to the Motorhome without exceeding the GVWR.
Designated Sleeping Capacity:5.
The manufacturer’s designated number of sleeping positions multiplied by 154 lbs (70 Kgs).
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR):6.
The value specied as the load carrying capacity of a single axle system, as measured at the tire-ground
interface.
Tire Specication:7.
Recommended tires specication to meet handling, loading and safety requirements.
Replacement tires must meet these specications.
Cold Tire Ination Pressure:8.
Ination pressures recommended (while cold) for the tires originally installed on your Motorhome.
These tire pressure levels must be maintained to ensure proper handling, safety and fuel economy.
Cargo Carrying Capacity (CCC) (Canada):9.
Equal to GVWR minus each of the following: UVW, full fresh (potable) water weight (including water heater), full
LP-Gas weight and SCWR.
Unloaded Vehicle Weight (UVW):10.
The weight of this Motorhome as manufactured at the factory with full fuel, engine oil and coolants.
Mass of Waste Water Tanks:11.
Total weight of the black and grey water tanks when lled to capacity.
Vehicle Identication Number (VIN):12.
This number Identies the chassis on which the Motorhome is built.
Type:13.
States the National Highway Trafc Safety Association (NHTSA) designated usage classication for your
Motorhome. MPV signies a Multi-purpose vehicle.

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Certication Label Samples
Located in Wardrobe
Located in wardrobe closet (all models)
Located in wardrobe closet (all models)
Located on drivers door frame (all models)
Located on drivers door frame (US models only)
Located on passenger door frame (US models only)
Located on drivers door frame (Canada models only)
Located in the back of owners manual and on passenger
door frame (US models only)

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Curbside
Roadside
Front Rear
Air ConditionerSlide Out Room
Diesel Fill
Refrigerator Vents Side CamerasFurnace ExhaustStorage Compartment
120 V Shore Power Connection Water Heater Utility Center
Rear
Camera
Diesel Exhaust
Fluid (DEF)
Located under hood -
passenger side

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Service Assistance
Your dealer will be glad to provide any additional information you need and to answer any questions you may have
about the operation of your Motorhome. When it comes time for service, remember that your dealer knows your
Motorhome best and is dedicated to your satisfaction. Your dealer will provide quality maintenance and assistance
during the period of your ownership. It is advisable that you follow a regular maintenance schedule to keep your
Motorhome functioning at its best.
Should you require warranty assistance while travelling, call:
Triple E RV: 1-877-992-9906
Canada Sprinter Customer Service: 1-800-387-0100 www.thesprinter.ca
US Sprinter Customer Service: 1-877-762-8267 www.mbsprinterusa.com
Reporting Safety Defects
If you believe that your Motorhome has a safety defect of any kind that could cause injury, or death, contact Leisure
Travel Vans immediately. Also, contact the National Highway Trafc Safety Administration (NHTSA) in the US, or
Transport Canada to report your concern.
NHTSA will investigate the concern should there be a number of similar complaints. They have the authority to order
a recall and repair campaign depending on the nature and severity of the problem.
NHTSA may be reached by using the Auto Safety Hotline at 1-800-424-9393 (366-0123 in the Washington, DC area)
or by writing to: NHTSA, US Department of Transportation, Washington, DC 20590. The Hotline will also provide you
with additional information on motor vehicle safety.
In Canada, call 1-613-993-9851 or write to: Transport Canada and Road Safety, 2780 Shefeld Road, Ottawa, Ontario
K1B 3V9.
Coach Specications
Chassis Sprinter
Engine - MBE 3.0L V6 Diesel
Transmision - Mercedes 5 speed Auto
w/Autostick
U24MB U24CB U24IB U24TB
GVWR - lbs (kg) 11030 (5003) 11030 (5003) 11030 (5003) 11030 (5003)
Wheelbase - in (mm) 170.3” (4326) 170.3” (4326) 170.3” (4326) 170.3” (4326)
Length Not incl spare - ft (mm) 24’7” (7493) 24’7” (7493) 24’7” (7493) 24’7” (7493)
Width - ft (mm) 7’8.5” (2351) 7’8.5” (2351) 7’8.5” (2351) 7’8.5” (2351)
Height Incl A/C - ft (mm) 10’5.5” (3188) 10’5.5” (3188) 10’5.5” (3188) 10’5.5” (3188)
*Fresh Water Capacity - gal (L) 30 (114) 36 (137) 36 (137) 36 (137)
Black Water Holding Capacity - gal (L) 29 (110) 29 (110) 29 (110) 29 (110)
Grey Holding Tank Capacity - gal (L) 37 (140) 37 (140) 37 (140) 37 (140)
Fuel Capacity - gal (L) 26.4 (100) 26.4 (100) 26.4 (100) 26.4 (100)
Propane Capacity - gal (L) 13.2 (50) 13.2 (50) 13.2 (50) 13.2 (50)
Exterior Storage Capacity 38 cu. ft. 40 cu. ft. 70 cu. ft. 62 cu. ft.
*Includes 6 gal water heater. All Capacities in US Gallons

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