Mandalay 38A 2004 User manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
LIMITED WARRANTY 1-1
WHAT IS COVERED .................................... 1-1
HOW TO GET SERVICE ..................................1-1
WHAT IS NOT COVERED .................................1-2
LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES ..............1-3
LEGAL REMEDIES AND ARBITRATION ..........................1-3
CUSTOMER CARE ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE PLAN 1-4
EMERGENCY ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE .........................1-4
24-HOUR TOLL FREE EMERGENCY MESSAGE SERVICE................1-4
FREE CUSTOMER TRIP ROUTING AND FULL COLOR MAP SERVICE .........1-4
TOLL FREE NATIONWIDE SERVICE APPOINTMENT SERVICE .............1-5
SERVICE ASSISTANCE ..................................1-5
SERVICE NUMBERS FOR OWNER'S REFERENCE 1-6
OWNER'S PERSONAL PROPERTY RECORD 1-7
OWNER'S INSURANCE INFORMATION 1-8
INTRODUCTION 2-1
TRAVEL PREPARATION 3-1
CHASSIS CHECKS ..................................... 3-1
RV SYSTEM CHECK .................................... 3-2
TANK CAPACITIES..................................... 3-2
FIRST SHORT TRIPS.................................... 3-3

CARE & MAINTENANCE 4-1
GENERAL INFORMATION ................................. 4-1
FIBERGLASS SIDEWALLS.................................4-1
SEALS & ADHESIVES ...................................4-2
EXTRUSIONS & ALUMINUM SURFACES .........................4-3
WINDOWS & DOORS.................................... 4-3
FRAME ........................................... 4-3
TIRES ............................................ 4-3
ROOF ............................................ 4-4
TV ANTENNA ........................................ 4-4
EXTERIOR LIGHTS..................................... 4-5
APPLIANCES, SINKS & COUNTERTOPS .........................4-5
PRE-FINISHED PANELS AND WOOD SURFACES ....................4-5
WATER SYSTEM ...................................... 4-5
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM................................... 4-6
ROOF VENTS........................................ 4-6
ABS PLASTICS ....................................... 4-6
WINTER PRECAUTIONS.................................. 4-7
STORAGE PREPARATIONS ................................4-8
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHART 4-9
IDENTIFICATION & SAFETY 5-1
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS .............................5-1
RECREATIONAL VEHICLE SERIAL NUMBER DECALS & DATA PLATES ........5-1
MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTIES ............................5-2
SAFETY REGULATIONS FOR LP GAS SYSTEMS & APPLIANCES............5-3
FIRE SAFETY........................................ 5-4
FIRE EXTINGUISHER ...................................5-5
CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTOR.............................5-6
CARBON MONOXIDE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS......................5-7
SMOKE DETECTOR .................................... 5-7
SEAT BELTS ........................................ 5-8
EGRESS EXIT WINDOW ..................................5-9

AUTOMOTIVE OPERATIONS & PROCEDURES 6-1
GENERAL INFORMATION ................................. 6-1
NEW VEHICLE BREAK IN ................................. 6-1
BRAKES........................................... 6-1
WHEEL & TIRES ...................................... 6-1
DAMAGED OR FLAT TIRES ................................6-2
WHEEL NUT TORQUES ..................................6-2
WHEEL & TIRE BALANCING................................6-2
FRONT SUSPENSION & ALIGNMENT...........................6-3
POWER PLANT & DRIVE TRAIN..............................6-3
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM................................6-3
PROPER LOADING & WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION......................6-4
WEIGHT INFORMATION LABEL ..............................6-5
COMPUTING YOUR LOAD & LOAD DISTRIBUTION ...................6-6
DRIVING .......................................... 6-7
HILLS, DALES & MAKING THE GRADE ..........................6-7
TRAILER TOWING ..................................... 6-8
TOWING PROCEDURE...................................6-9
EMERGENCY STOPPING.................................6-10
FUELING YOUR MOTORHOME .............................6-10
CHASSIS FUNCTIONS 7-1
DASH CONTROLS ..................................... 7-1
DASH HEATER/AIR CONDITIONER ............................7-2
FAN SWITCH ........................................ 7-4
ACCESSORY SWITCH ...................................7-4
EMERGENCY START ................................... 7-4
HEADLIGHT SWITCHES .................................. 7-4
WIPERS........................................... 7-4
GENERATOR REMOTE SWITCH & HOUR METER ....................7-5
CIGARETTE LIGHTER ...................................7-5
HEATED MIRROR SWITCH ................................7-5
POWER MIRROR ADJUSTMENT .............................7-5

EXTERIOR OPERATIONS 8-1
ENTRY DOOR ....................................... 8-1
POWER STEP ....................................... 8-2
STORAGE.......................................... 8-2
LADDER & ROOFTOP STORAGE .............................8-3
AWNINGS.......................................... 8-3
GENERATOR SLIDE .................................... 8-3
GENERATOR SAFETY ...................................8-4
RALLY KIT COMPARTMENT................................8-5
WATER AND DRAINAGE 9-1
GENERAL INFORMATION ................................. 9-1
FRESH WATER SYSTEM..................................9-1
EXTERNAL HOOKUP.................................... 9-1
FRESH WATER TANK ................................... 9-1
WATER PUMP ....................................... 9-2
SANITIZING THE FRESH WATER SYSTEM........................9-2
MONITOR PANEL...................................... 9-3
COMMON FIELD PROBLEMS ...............................9-4
WASTE WATER SYSTEM ................................. 9-4
HOLDING TANKS...................................... 9-5
FAUCETS.......................................... 9-6
TOILET ........................................... 9-7
WATER SYSTEM WINTERIZATION ............................9-7
WATER SYSTEM, MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING ...............9-8
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 10-1
GENERAL INFORMATION ................................10-1
CONNECTING TO AN OUTSIDE POWER SOURCE ...................10-1
CIRCUIT BREAKERS ...................................10-2
GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER .......................10-2
POWER INVERTER .................................... 10-3
BATTERY ISOLATOR CONTROLLER ..........................10-3
BATTERY DISCONNECT SWITCHES ..........................10-4
BATTERY CHARGING .................................. 10-4
BATTERY MAINTENANCE ................................10-5
BATTERY SAFETY .................................... 10-6
12 VOLT FUSES...................................... 10-6
AUTOMOTIVE 12 VOLT SYSTEM.............................10-7

LP GAS SYSTEM 11-1
GENERAL INFORMATION ................................11-1
FILLING THE LP GAS TANK ...............................11-2
LP GAS REGULATOR................................... 11-3
REGULATOR FREEZE-UP ................................11-4
OTHER COLD WEATHER FACTORS...........................11-4
HOSES, PIPES, TUBES AND FITTINGS .........................11-5
CHECKING THE LP GAS SYSTEM FOR LEAKS .....................11-6
ABOUT YOUR LP GAS DETECTOR ...........................11-6
LP GAS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.............................11-8
INTERIOR CONTROLS & OPERATIONS 12-1
REAR VISION TV MONITOR SYSTEM ..........................12-1
LIVING QUARTERS .................................... 12-1
CONDENSATION ..................................... 12-2
OVERHEAD VENTS.................................... 12-2
HYDRAULIC POWER LEVELERS.............................12-3
SLIDE-OUT ........................................ 12-4
ROOM EXTENSION PROCEDURE ............................12-4
ROOM RETRACTION PROCEDURE ...........................12-5
MANUAL ROOM RETRACTION PROCEDURE......................12-6
WINDOWS......................................... 12-6
DOORS, DRAWERS, AND STORAGE COMPARTMENTS ................12-7
SEATING, TABLES AND ADDITIONAL BEDS ......................12-8

MANDALAYLIMITEDWARRANTY
WHAT IS COVERED
The Mandalay, by Four Winds International Corporation (hereafter “Mandalay”), warranty covers this
recreational vehicle (hereafter “RV”), when used only for recreational travel and camping, for three(3)years,
or the first thirty six thousand (36,000) miles of use. In addition, this limited warranty covers the steel or
aluminumframestructureofthefloor,sidewalls,roofandrearandfrontwalls forfive(5)yearsorthefirstsixty
thousand (60,000) miles of use. The warranty period begins on the date that the RV is delivered to the first
retail purchaser by an independent, authorized dealer of Mandalay. In the event that a substantial defect in
materialorworkmanship,attributableto Mandalay, is foundtoexistduringthewarrantyperiod, Mandalay will
repair or replace the defective material or workmanship, at its option, at no charge to the RV owner, in
accordance with the terms, conditions and limitations of this limited warranty.
This limited warranty applies to all owners, including subsequent owners, of the RV. However, all rights and
limitations within this warranty are applicable to all owners, including subsequent owners of the RV, and all
subsequentownersmustcomplete the WarrantyTransferFormcontainedintheOwner’sManual and sendit
to Mandalay. Any subsequent owner’s warranty coverage period is the remaining balance of the warranty
coverage period that the prior owner was entitled to under this limited warranty.
Mandalay’s obligation to repair or replace defective materials or workmanship is the sole obligation of
Mandalay under this limited warranty. Mandalay reserves the right to use new or remanufactured parts of
similar quality to complete any work. Mandalay makes no warranty as to the future performance of this RV,
andthis limitedwarrantyisnotintendedtoextendtothefutureperformanceofthisRV,oranyofitsmaterials,
components or parts. In addition, the RV owner’s obligation to notify Mandalay, or one of its authorized,
independent dealers, of a claimed defect does not modify any obligation placed on the RV owner to contact
Mandalay directly when attempting to pursue remedies under state or federal law.
HOW TO GET SERVICE
To obtain warranty service the owner must do all of the following:
1) Complete and return the Owner Registration Card within ten (10) days of purchase;
2) NotifyMandalay,oroneofitsauthorized,independentdealers,inwriting,ofanyclaimeddefectwithin
the warranty coverage period;
3) Provide the notification mentioned in (2), above, within ten (10) days of discovery of the defect; and
4) Promptly return the RV to an authorized dealer for repairs.
For warranty service; contact one of Mandalay’s independent, authorized service centers for an appointment
and then deliver your RV to the service center on the specified appointment date. If you need assistance
contact Mandalay at [phone]. The mailing address is: PO Box 1486, Elkhart, Indiana 46515.
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Iftwo(2)ormoreserviceattemptshavebeenmadetocorrectanycovereddefectthatyoubelieveimpairsthe
value,useorsafety of theRV,youmust,tothe extentpermittedbylaw,notifyMandalay directly,inwriting, of
the unsuccessful repair of the alleged defect so that Mandalay can become directly involved in making sure
that you are provided service pursuant to the terms of this limited warranty.
Because Mandalay does not control the scheduling of service work at any service center you may encounter
delays in scheduling and/or the completion of work. All costs associated with transporting the RV for any
warranty service shall be the sole responsibility of the RV owner.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
This limited warranty does not cover any material, component or part of the RV that is warranted by another
entity,including,bywayofexample,theautomotivechassisandpowertrain,includingtheengine,drivetrain,
steering, handling, braking, wheel balance, muffler, tires, tubes, batteries and gauges, generator, hydraulic
jacks, inverter, range, carbon monoxide detector, furnace and roof air conditioner.
Minor adjustments such as adjustments to the interior or exterior doors, drawers, latches, etc. will be
performed by the dealer during the first 90 days of warranty coverage. Thereafter, such adjustments are the
owners’ responsibility as normal maintenance.
Inaddition,Bywayofexample, only,thisLimitedWarrantydoesnotcover anyofthefollowing: itemsthatare
added or changed after the motorhome leaves Mandalay; any RV used for rental or other commercial
purposes,normalwear,tearorusage,suchasfadingordiscolorationoffabricsortheeffectsofcondensation
inside the RV; items that are working as designed but that you are unhappy with because of the design;
problems related to misuse, including failure to maintain RV in accordance with the owner’s manual, orother
routine maintenance; damage due to accident, whether or not foreseeable, including any acts of weather or
damage or anything due to the environment, rust, theft, vandalism, fire, or other intervening acts not
attributable to Mandalay; damage resulting from tire wear or tire failure; defacing, scratches, dents, chips on
anysurfaceorfabricoftheRV;damagecausedbyoffroaduse,overloadingtheRVoralterationoftheRV,or
any of its components or parts.
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LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES
ThefollowinglimitationsanddisclaimersapplytotheoriginalpurchaseroftheRV,anypersontowhomtheRV
is transferred and any person who is an intended or unintended user or beneficiary of the RV.
ANYIMPLIEDWARRANTYARISINGBYWAYOFSTATEORFEDERALLAW,INCLUDINGANYIMPLIED
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS, ARE LIMITED IN
DURATION TO THE LENGTH OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY AND ARE LIMITED IN SCOPE OF
COVERAGE TO THOSE PORTIONS OF THE MOTORHOME COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY.
PERFORMANCE OF REPAIRS OR NEEDED ADJUSTMENTS IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY. Mandalay makes no warranty of any nature
beyond that contained in this limited warranty. No one has the authority to enlarge, amend or modify this
limited warranty. The dealer is not Mandalay’s agent, but is an independent entity.
In addition, MANDALAY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES THAT MAY RESULT FROM BREACH OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTY. THIS EXCLUSION OF CONSEQUENTIAL AND INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SHALL BE
INDEPENDENT OF ANY FAILURE OF THE ESSENTIAL PURPOSE OF ANY LIMITED WARRANTY, AND
THIS EXCLUSION SHALL SURVIVE ANY DETERMINATION THAT THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTY HAS FAILED OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion or limitations of
incidental or consequential damages. Therefore, the above limitations may not apply to you.
LEGAL REMEDIES/ARBITRATION
In consideration for Mandalay providing this limited warranty you agree that, in the event that you become
dissatisfied with the RV, Mandalay or the selling dealership, for any reason, and are unable to resolve your
complaint(s)withMandalay,thenyouagree to submit your dispute to binding arbitration. See theAlternative
Dispute Resolution Agreement for details.
Any action to enforce any portion of this express, limited warranty, or any implied warranty, shall be
commenced within one (1) year after expiration of the warranty coverage period designated above. Any
performance of repairs shall not suspend this one-year limitation period from expiring. Any performance of
repairs after the warranty coverage period has expired, or performance of repairs regarding any thing
excluded from coverage under this limited warranty shall be considered “good will” repairs, and they will not
altertheexpresstermsofthislimitedwarranty,orextendthewarrantycoverageperiodorthislimitation period.
Inaddition, this warranty is notintended to extend to futureperformance, and nothing in thiswarranty, or any
action of Mandalay, shall be interpreted as an extension of the warranty or this limitation period.
THISWARRANTYGIVESYOUSPECIFICLEGALRIGHTS. YOUMAYHAVEOTHERRIGHTSTHATVARY
FROM STATE TO STATE.
Four Winds International Corporation · PO Box 1486 Elkhart, IN 46515
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] Website: www.mandalaycoach.com
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Customer Care Roadside Assistance Plan
A special peace-of-mind roadside assistance plan is provided free of charge byMandalay for the first year of
ownership. (Rental and lease back vehicles are excluded from this program.)
Some companies will tell you customer satisfaction is a nine to five job…
We know better!
When you take delivery of your new Mandalay RV it’s just the beginning of our exclusive around the clock
Customer Care Roadside Assistance Program.
Our extensive support program provides complete and fully paid roadside assistance, emergency road
service (just show your card and go) and special support benefits that follow you wherever your travels take
you.
MandalayhasteamedupwithCoachNet,thelargestRVemergencyroadsideserviceproviderinthecountry,
to give you immediate access to fast, dependable service when and where you need it. To request service
contact Coach Net at: 800-232-4308.
Our exclusive 24-hour Customer Care Assistance Benefits include:
- EMERGENCY ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
SimplyshowyourThorIndustriesCustomerCareCardforpaymentofcoveredbenefitswithnoout-of-pocket
expense throughout the U.S. and Canada. (Includes one additional family car!)
- 24-HOUR TOLL FREE EMERGENCY MESSAGE SERVICE
Intheeventofanemergency,stayintouchwithfamilyandfriendswithnocostemergencymessageservice.
Gettingin an accident whiletraveling in your RVmeans you’re stuck. Wetake care of youby paying for a car
rental, meals and lodging. Even helping with a plane ticket home!
- FREE CUSTOM TRIP ROUTING AND FULL COLOR MAP SERVICE
Make your next trip more enjoyable through our partnership with Rand McNally,
the first name in “Getting you there.”
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-TOLL FREE NATIONWIDE SERVICE APPOINTMENT ASSISTANCE
A“no-hassle” wayofarrangingaserviceappointmentwhenandwhereyoutravel. Wemakeanappointment
foryou;giveyoudirections and the time that fits your schedule best. Want an appointmentin a town you’ll be
visiting next week? We’re just a phone call away!
- SERVICE ASSISTANCE
Over 6,800 qualified service agencies throughout North America. A simple phone call gives you expert
direction on where the closest qualified service agency is located.
- FREE DISPATCH OF ON-SITE MECHANICAL SERVICE IN THE EVENT OF A BREAKDOWN
- FREE JUMP STARTS
- FREE TIRE CHANGES
- FREE FUEL DELIVERY
- FREE LOCK OUT SERVICE
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Forfurtherdetailsand instructions onhowtoaccessyourCustomer
Care benefits, please refer to your Comprehensive Member Benefit
Guide which you will receive in the mail within 30 days from the date
your registration card is received by Mandalay
Or call 888- 890-1738
You may continue your Thor Industries Customer Care benefits in
following years at a special discount rate, as a continued benefit of
the Thor Customer Satisfaction Program.
The Customer Care Roadside Assistance Program is not
available on rental vehicles or lease back vehicles.

Motorhome Serial Number
Motorhome Federal Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Door Key Number
Range Model & Serial Number
Microwave Model & Serial Number
Refrigerator Model & Serial Number
Generator Model & Serial Number
Roof Air Conditioner(s) Model & Serial Number
Inverter Model & Serial Number
Misc.
Misc.
Misc.
Misc.
Misc.
Mandalay recommends the customer records the information for future reference. Some of the information
may be found included with Vendor information supplied at time of sale.
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SERIAL NUMBERS FOR OWNERS REFERENCE

ITEM SERIAL NUMBER VALUE
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COMPANY:
POLICY #:
AGENT’S NAME & ADDRESS:
BUSINESS PHONE #:
EMERGENCY PHONE #:
RENEWAL DATE(S):
NOTES:
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OWNER’S INSURANCE INFORMATION

INTRODUCTION
It’s exciting taking ownership of a new purchase as substantial and full of nearly unlimited possibilitiesfor the
future as a motorhome.
Thank you for choosing a Mandalay product.
Wetakeyour choiceseriously.That’swhywe’veengineeredthisvehicleto meetand,inmany cases,exceed
federal and state regulations and requirements for vehicles of this type. Our primary concern has been to
provide our customers with a beautiful recreational vehicle that is not only dependable and cost effective,but
also safe.
Tokeepthisvehicle at peakperformanceandtoobtainthemaximumpleasurefromitsuseoveranextended
period, the owner must take a personal interest in its care and operation. Therefore, before operating it, we
suggestthatyoureviewtheentirecontentsofthismanual.Thematerialwithinhasbeenpreparedinsufficient
detail to be of considerable help when you are getting to know your new recreational vehicle.
That is the purpose of this Owners Manual. It outlines the operation of the unit’s various systems and offers
many helpful hints that will enable you to obtain the most pleasure from this recreational vehicle.
Review both this manual and the chassis manufacturer’s owner’s manual with your dealer. Be sure to ask
them any questions you have at that time. Also make sure to read all warranty and registration information
carefully. Read all component manufacturers’ owner’s manuals, and validate any individual warranties by
completing and mailing individual warranty cards as required.
Refertothechassisowner’smanualsuppliedbythechassismanufactureforcompleteinformationonthecare
and maintenance of the chassis.
COMPLETETHEWARRANTYREGISTRATIONCARDINTHISMANUALANDRETURNTOUSWITHIN10
DAYS FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE.
Always keep this owners manual with the recreational vehicle for easy reference, making sure to observe all
notesandwarningsassociatedwiththe use of this recreational vehicle.Acarefulowneristhebest insurance
against an accident.
THIS OWNERS MANUAL IS AS CURRENT AS POSSIBLE AT THE TIME YOUR RECREATIONAL
VEHICLE WAS PRODUCED. HOWEVER, SINCE OUR PRODUCTS ARE CONSISTENTLY BEING
UPGRADED AND IMPROVED; SOME DIFFERENCES MAY OCCUR BETWEEN THE DESCRIPTION IN
THIS MANUAL AND THE PRODUCT IN THE RECREATIONAL VEHICLE. IF THIS OCCURS FOLLOW
THE COMPONENT MANUFACTURE’S INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED IN THEIR LITERATURE.
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SOME OF THE PRODUCTS SHOWN IN THIS MANUAL MAY BE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT NOT
INCLUDED OR AVAILABLE WITH YOUR RV. ANY SPECIAL EQUIPMENT, MODIFICATIONS, OR
ADDITIONS MADE BY OR AT THE REQUEST OF THE CUSTOMER, OR ANY SUBSEQUENT OWNER,
WHETHER MADE AT THE FACTORY OR IN THE FIELD, ARE NOT COVERED IN THIS MANUAL. WE
RESERVE THE RIGHT TO CHANGE THE CONSTRUCTION OR MATERIAL OF ANY PARTS AT ANY
TIMEWITHOUTINCURRINGTHEOBLIGATIONTOINSTALLSUCHCHANGESONDELIVEREDUNITS.
YourRVhashadathoroughinspectionbeforeitwasshippedtoyourdealer.However,toinsureyourcomplete
satisfaction, the dealer must perform an inspection of various components and operations based on a
pre-deliveryinspectionlistprovided.Youshouldtaketheopportunitytocovertheoperation ofall components
of your RV with your dealer. This will help make you familiar with the RV and its operation, while at the same
time providing you with the assurance of everything being in proper working order. A road test by the dealer
should be included as part of the pre-delivery inspection. The dealer can then check for and correct any
steering problems before you take delivery of the RV. After this road test has been completed, front end
alignment and/or vibrations will not be covered as part of the new vehicle warranty.
ThisRVhasbeendesignedforshorttermandrecreationaluse.Itwasnotdesignedtobeusedasapermanent
dwellingorasarentalvehicle.IfyouintendtouseyourRVasapermanentdwellingorrentalvehicle,it could
cause the carpet, drapes, upholstery, and interior surfaces to deteriorate prematurely. This premature wear
causedbylongtermorpermanentresidencymay,underthetermsofthenewvehiclewarranty,beconsidered
abnormal and abusive and COULD REDUCE YOUR WARRANTY COVERAGE.
Should a problem develop for which you need assistance, contact your dealer. If the problem is automotive,
themotorhomeshouldbetakeneithertoachassismanufacturerservicecenterordealer.Iftheproblemiswith
an appliance, check the appliance manufacture’s information supplied with the RV for information regarding
warrantywork and/or location of appliance service centers.
If,whentraveling,youexperienceabreakdownorproblemwhileyourRVisunderwarranty,andanauthorized
service center or dealer is not available, if possible, contact the dealer you purchased your RV from, or a
Mandalay Technical Service Advisor at [phone] before having any service work performed. By
notifyingthem,youwillknowwhatiscoveredunderthetermsofyourwarranty,aswellasmakingthemaware
of your problem. Any parts that require replacement, that are covered under the terms of the warranty
shouldberetained andreturnedto your dealeralong with yourinvoice.Thisway,theyareable tocheck
what has occurred, and also make sure you are properly reimbursed.
Repairs made without prior authorization may be subject to denial or partial reimbursement. Modifications
made to thevehicle without proper authorization can result in reduction or loss of warranty coverage. Please
make sure to contact your dealer before making such changes.
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TRAVELPREPARATION
Like any vacation trip, pre-planning will pay big dividends. A checklist is often helpful.
In addition to routine trip preparations such as having newspaper delivery stopped and mail held at the post
office, there are now more vehicle-related preparations than there were with the old family car.
CHASSIS CHECKS
As with any vehicle, the RVer needs to check the automotive systems prior to a trip. They include:
Under Hood:
•Fluid levels (oil, power steering, radiator, transmission, windshield washer, etc.)
•Belts (tension and condition)
•Battery (electrolyte level if applicable, connections, charge)
•Hoses (clamps tight, condition, leakage)
•Seals, gaskets (leaks)
Exterior:
•Tire pressure/condition and lug nut torque
•Headlights, running and safety marker lights including brake and turn signal and also any trailer light
connections
•Security of any auxiliary equipment such as TV and CB antennae, awning, etc.
•Windshield wiper blades
•Generator compartment
•Fresh and waste water connections/drains and supplies such as high pressure hose
•Liquid Petroleum Gas compartment/tank
Under Vehicle:
•Drive train condition, specifically leaks (U-joints, differential, transmission)
•Brakes, including lines, pads/shoes, seals
•Engine area for pan gasket or other leaks
•Anything unusual hanging or tangled with road debris such as tree limbs
•Tank condition (gas, fresh water, waste water)
Inside Driver’s Compartment:
•Check operation of all systems, including: Wipers, windshield, horn, brakes, steering, transmission,
heater, defroster, air conditioner, and seat adjustment.
Alsoidle engine long enough to checkcooling system and alternator operation. Be sure to turn on headlights
andclimatecontrolstoseeifalternatorhandlestheadditionaldrainon theelectricalsystem (shouldnotshow
discharge).
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RV System Check:
As an RVer you now have the added responsibility to prepare the living quarters for a trip.
Preparations include:
•Filling fresh water tank. In winter make sure that system is freeze protected.
•Check list of food, utensils and clothing needs.
•Checkstorageof allitems,makingsurethateverythingissecuredandthatheavyitemsarestoredlow
so they don’t fall.
•Check operation of stove and refrigerator.
•Check paperwork such as owners registration card, vehicle registration, proof of insurance, driver’s
license and names/phone numbers of individuals you are to contact during the trip, such as ranger
stations.
WARNING: Paycareful attentiontowhereandwhat typeof flammablematerials youstore.
Certain storage areas are clearly labeled DO NOT STORE COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS.
Examples of spark producing areas, depending on RV model, are: base kitchen cabinets,
front dinette base, exterior refrigerator service compartment, as well as refrigerator
cabinet. Please use your discretion as to what potentially dangerous products your RV
contains while traveling. Be sure all canisters and bottle tops are secure and leak free.
Tank Capacities - Chart *
Models 38A 38B 40B 40C
Hot Water 10 gal 10 gal 10 gal 10 gal
Fresh Water 110 gal 110 gal 110 gal 110 gal
Black Tank 55 gal 55 gal 55 gal 55 gal
Grey Tank 66 gal 66 gal 66 gal 66 gal
Fuel Tank 100 gal 100 gal 100 gal 100 gal
LP Tank 121.5 lb 121.5 lb 121.5 lb 121.5 lb
* Capacities are approximate and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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FIRST SHORT TRIPS
After becoming familiar with the vehicle’s systems and going through test runs on items such as Liquid
Petroleum Gas (LPG), it is time to take one or two short test trips, including spending the night at a
campground not too distant from your home….. you might want to go back and get something you forgot or
didn’t know you needed.
Theseshorttripscouldbeconsidered“shakedowncruises”or“familiarizationflights”.Theexperiencegained
ontheseshorttripswillbeworththetimeandmoneytoyou…Timeandmoneyspenteitherneedlessly,taking
something that takes up space or the time and money spent trying to obtain an item you hadn’t counted on
needing prior to leaving home base on anextended trip miles from home and in unfamiliar surroundings.
It is understandably upsetting having to purchase a needed item on the road knowing that one is sitting at
home unused.
Not all RVers need the same equipment or supplies. For one thing, North America presents a wide variety of
climates and terrain. For another, personal needs and taste come into play.
Oursuggestionistotakeaweekendtripto a camp location that is close to home. Be sure to havea note pad
andpenavailabletowritedown items you feel willbeneededinthefutureaswell as equipment thatyoumay
need to learn more about.
Also, if most of your trips will be made in the summer and your shake down trip is made during some other
season, there will be some adjustments to take into consideration. Talk to other RVers and learn from their
experiences.
If you are an experienced RVer it is still necessary to thoroughly read this manual. New and improved
equipment is coming onto the market every day and, at the same time, not every motorhome manufacturer
builds vehicles the same way.
Thismanualispackedwithdetail,however,afteryouhaveworkedwiththevarioussystemsduringa coupleof
shake down trips, you will be capable of conducting a pre-trip check in less time than it takes to read this
manual.
When preparing for your trip always consider vehicle weight when loading the RV.
Becauseofdifferent RV modelsMandalaymanufacturesandthenumbersofoptionsavailable,yourRVmay
not include all of the systems in this manual.
Mandalay 3-3

3-4Mandalay