Road Bear RV Class C 19-22' User manual

Manual
Welcome to Road Bear RV

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Table of contents
1. GENERAL INFORMATION_________________________________________ 4
1.1. LOCATION INFORMATION ________________________________________ 5
1.2. STATION MAPS _________________________________________________ 6
1.2.1. LOS ANGELES, AGOURA HILLS, CA (LAX) __________________________ 6
1.2.2. SAN FRANCISCO, HAYWARD, CA (SFO) ____________________________ 7
1.2.3. LAS VEGAS, LAS VEGAS, NV (LAS) ________________________________ 8
1.2.4. DENVER, COMMERCE CITY, CO (DEN)______________________________ 9
1.2.5. NEW YORK, MIDDLETOWN, NJ (NYC)______________________________ 10
1.3. SAFETY ______________________________________________________ 11
1.4. ACCIDENT ____________________________________________________ 12
1.5. BREAKDOWN _________________________________________________ 12
1.6. FLAT TIRE_____________________________________________________ 12
1.7. MAINTENANCE ________________________________________________ 12
1.8. REPAIR _______________________________________________________ 12
1.9. DROP-OFF ____________________________________________________ 12
1.10. MEASUREMENT CONVERSIONS__________________________________ 13
1.11. SPECIFICATIONS_______________________________________________ 14
2. CAMPGROUNDS _______________________________________________ 15
2.1. ARRIVING AT THE CAMPSITE ____________________________________ 16
2.2. WHEN LEAVING THE CAMPSITE__________________________________ 16
3. THE CABIN____________________________________________________ 17
3.1. FORD CABIN (CHASSIS)_________________________________________ 17
3.2. CHEVROLET CABIN (CHASSIS)___________________________________ 17
3.3. THE MOTOR HOME CLASS C (P-MODEL SHOWN) ___________________ 19
3.4. THE MOTOR HOME CLASS C (S-MODEL SHOWN) ___________________ 20
3.5. THE MOTOR HOME CLASS A (U-MODEL SHOWN) ___________________ 21
3.6. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM __________________________________________ 22
3.6.1. MONITOR PANEL_______________________________________________ 23
3.6.2. GENERATOR __________________________________________________ 24
3.6.3. ROOF AIR CONDITIONER________________________________________ 25
3.6.4. MICROWAVE __________________________________________________ 25
3.6.5. CONVECTION MICROWAVE ______________________________________ 25
3.6.6. TV / DVD PLAYER ______________________________________________ 26
3.6.7. CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTOR _________________________________ 26
3.6.8. SMOKE DETECTOR_____________________________________________ 26
3.7. L.P. GAS SYSTEM ______________________________________________ 27
3.7.1. L.P. GAS DETECTOR____________________________________________ 27
3.7.2. REFRIGERATOR / FREEZER _____________________________________ 27
3.7.3. REFRIGERATOR – DOMETIC _____________________________________ 27
3.7.4. REFRIGERATOR – NORCOLD ____________________________________ 28
3.7.5. STOVE TOP AND OVEN _________________________________________ 28
3.7.6. FURNACE_____________________________________________________ 29
3.7.7. WATER HEATER _______________________________________________ 29
3.8. PLUMBING SYSTEM ____________________________________________ 30

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3.8.1. FRESH WATER_________________________________________________ 30
3.8.2. WASTE WATER ________________________________________________ 31
3.8.3. TOILET _______________________________________________________ 32
3.8.4. SHOWER _____________________________________________________ 32
3.9. SLIDE-OUT ROOM______________________________________________ 33
3.10. AWNING ______________________________________________________ 34
4. TROUBLESHOOTING ___________________________________________ 36
4.1. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM __________________________________________ 36
4.2. GAUGES & INSTRUMENTS ______________________________________ 37
4.3. L.P. GAS SYSTEM ______________________________________________ 38
4.4. PLUMBING SYSTEM ____________________________________________ 39
5. DISCLAIMER __________________________________________________ 40

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1. General information
Introduction
Thank you for choosing Road Bear RV - the company with the newest rental fleet
in the United States.
Are you ready to take off with your motor home to explore North America? If your
personal walk-through was overwhelming or just too much information, please
take a few minutes and read this manual carefully. Familiarize yourself with the
vehicle. This will assure that you get the full use of your motor home. We at Road
Bear RV are committed to make your vacation as fun and trouble-free as
possible. In the event of unanswered questions or an unforeseen malfunction
please call our Roadside assistance number. Please leave this manual in the
motor home. Lost manuals are subject to a charge upon return.
Based on the changes in models from year to year, we cannot precisely describe
every motor home individually, but the systems and functionality are very similar
if not the same. We provide this manual as a guide. Please read the following
information thoroughly. It will help you to avoid problems. Enjoy your vacation!
In case of a technical problem or an accident please call our toll free
Roadside assistance / Emergency Number
1-888-832-4080
Please have your vehicle ID ready. It is located on your key tag or sun visor.

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1.1. Location information
STATION ADDRESS LISTING 2007-2008
International customers should call the rental station immediately upon
arrival but no later than between 8 am and 10 am of the departure day to
schedule the pick up. Pick up shuttle transfer time is between 12 - 1 pm.
Motor home pick up time is between 1 - 4.30 pm. Motor home drop-off
time is between 8 am - 11am. The shuttle leaves at 11 am to airport or
airport hotel. There are no more shuttle transfers after 11 am.
LAX (Los Angeles)
28404 Roadside Drive
Agoura Hills CA 91301
Tel: [phone]
Toll free: 1-888-832-4080
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Sales tax: 8.25%
SFO (San Francisco)
847 Industrial Parkway West
Hayward, CA 94544
Tel: [phone]
Toll free: 1-866-249-1119
Sales tax: 8.75%
LAS (Las Vegas)
4730 Boulder Hwy
Las Vegas, NV 89121
Tel: [phone]
Toll free: 1-866-303-1057
Sales tax: 7.75%
DEN (Denver)
7685 Dahlia Street
Commerce City, CO 80022
Tel: [phone]
Toll free: 1-866-457-1100
Sales tax: 4.85%
NYC (New York)
42 Highway 36
Middletown, NJ 07748
Tel: [phone]
Toll free: 1-866-787-3682
Sales tax: 7.00%
Business Hours:
Mo – Fr. 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sa. 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM (longer during season)
Sundays & Holidays closed

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1.2. Station Maps
1.2.1. Los Angeles, Agoura Hills, CA (LAX)

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1.2.2. San Francisco, Hayward, CA (SFO)

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1.2.3. Las Vegas, Las Vegas, NV (LAS)

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1.2.4. Denver, Commerce City, CO (DEN)

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1.2.5. New York, Middletown, NJ (NYC)

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1.3. Safety
The following information is provided to make you are aware of the basic
requirements to operate your motor home safely. Please read before you take off
and enjoy your trip.
- The motor home is substantially wider, longer, higher and heavier than a car.
These differences do call for special driving procedures.
- Always utilize factory installed seat belts while vehicle is in motion.
- Do not occupy any seats, beds or overhead bunks (cab over) without any seat
belts while vehicle is in motion.
- Secure any loose equipment before you take off.
- Always get help before parking or backing up →do not depend on mirrors only
when backing up! Have someone outside of the motor home checking for
overhead clearance, side clearance and obstacles even when equipped with
rearview monitor.
- Be aware of the total height (12-13ft.) of your vehicle and verify clearance of
any low object before attempting to pass beneath.
- Lock all doors when vehicle is in motion.
- Emergency window exits are not to be opened except for emergencies.
- Exhaust ports of furnace, water heater and generator are extremely hot when in
use. Do not touch to prevent burns!
- Showers are very slippery when wet and not for utilization while coach is in
motion.
- Roof tops are dangerous. Generally renters should not access the roof
area!
- Never attempt to change a tire on your vehicle. Always contact roadside
assistance. They will send someone to change it for you.
- Use caution or stop if necessary when traveling in high wind condition. Do not
ignore wind warnings.
- Leave enough space to the vehicle in front of you. The motor home is much
heavier than a car and takes longer to perform a full stop.
- The rear of the motor home swings out and cuts corners when you make turns
- Drive slowly over humps, bumps, rough terrain and other obstacles of this kind.
Be sure to clear obstacles with the back wheels also.
- Shut off all equipment (furnace, water heater, refrigerator, stove and generator)
while refueling gasoline or propane.
- Motor homes can be a target of thieves. When leaving the motor home do lock
all doors, windows, close all curtains and hang the privacy curtain. Do not
leave cameras, radios, etc. lying out where they can be seen.
Failure to follow the above safety information may result in injury or death. Follow
all local, state and national speed laws. Plan your route and know your vehicle
limitations.

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1.4. Accident
The registration- / insurance papers and an accident report are located in the
pouch of the sun visor.
- Please call the police in case of an accident (for emergencies dial 911) and
have them take a report. Request the officer’s name, ID-, case number and
the phone number of the office.
- The accident report form in the rental vehicle must be completed by
the renter and documented with pictures of the scene if possible.
- Road Bear RV must be contacted as soon as possible but max. within 24
hours (emergency # at 1-888-832-4080).
- For accidents not reported on time or if no police report can be provided, the
insurance has the right to decline coverage.
1.5. Breakdown
- Call our emergency # at 1-888-832-4080. Unauthorized towing will not be
reimbursed!
1.6. Flat tire
- In case you have a flat tire please call our emergency # at 1-888-832-4080
for assistance. We will have someone sent to you to change the tire.
However, replacement cost of the tire is your responsibility!
1.7. Maintenance
- Check the engine oil and coolant every second time when refilling your
gas tank (89 octane).
- An oil change is required every 5000 miles driven after pick-up.
1.8. Repair
- Repairs over US$ 50 need prior authorization by Road Bear RV. Non-
authorized repairs or repairs without a receipt will not be reimbursed.
1.9. Drop-off
- The unit is due back between 8 am and 11 am. At 11 am the shuttle service
leaves to designated airports and airport hotels. If you plan on using the
shuttle service make sure that you are at the drop-off station no later than
10.30 am.
> There is no shuttle service for returns after 11 am.

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How to drop-off the unit: - Gasoline tank full
- L.P. Gas tank full
- Waste water tanks empty
- All kitchen equipment must be cleaned
- Unit clean inside (including refrigerator,
microwave, shower and toilet)
Minimum charges: Late charges/surcharges US$ 30/hour or US$
300/day plus daily rate
Gasoline US$ 20
L.P. Gas US$ 15
Dumping US$ 50-$75
Cleaning Fee US$ 50
Smoking & pets US$ 250
Please make sure no belongings have been left in the motor home. Road Bear
RV is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Items left will be donated or
disposed after 14 days.
1.10. Measurement conversions
A quick guide for our international customers
Distance
1 Kilometer 0.62 miles
1 mile 1.60 kilometers
Temperature
60 degrees Fahrenheit 15 degrees Celsius
70 degrees Fahrenheit 21 degrees Celsius
80 degrees Fahrenheit 26 degrees Celsius
90 degrees Fahrenheit 32 degrees Celsius
100 degrees Fahrenheit 37 degrees Celsius
Liquid
1 gallon 3.78 liters
1 quart 0.94 liters
1 liter 0.26 gallons
Speed
35 miles per hour 56 kilometers per hour
45 miles per hour 72 kilometers per hour
65 miles per hour 104 kilometers per hour

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1.11. Specifications
Class A Class C Class C Class C
Model 30-32 ft 29-31 ft 25-27 ft 21-23 ft
Seat belts 6 7 6 6
Sleeps up to 4-6 6-8 5-6 4-6
Engine V10 V10 V10 V8
Transmission automatic automatic automatic automatic
AM / FM / CD Player yes yes yes yes
Dash AC yes yes yes yes
3 burner stove yes yes yes yes
Microwave yes yes yes yes
Oven or Convection Oven yes yes yes yes
Fridge / Freezer 2-way 2-way 2-way 2-way
Furnace yes yes yes yes
Roof A/C yes yes yes yes
Shower inside yes yes yes yes
Shower outside yes no no no
Flush toilet yes yes yes yes
Generator yes yes yes yes
Awning yes yes yes yes
Backup camera yes no no no
TV / DVD yes yes no no
Slide-out yes yes yes no
Hitch yes yes yes yes
102” 100” 100” 100”
Exterior width w/o mirror 259 cm 254 cm 254 cm 254 cm
12’3” 11’2’’ 11’2’’ 11’2”
Exterior height incl. AC 375 cm 340 cm 340 cm 340 cm
6’8” 6’8’ 6’10’ 6’10”
Interior height 203 cm 203 cm 208 cm 208 cm
N/A 86”x57” 86”x57” 95”x57”
Cab over bed N/A 218x145 cm 218x145 cm 241x145 cm
67”x48” 67”x40” N/A N/A
Sofa bed 170x122 cm 170x102 cm N/A N/A
68x42” 67x42” 74”x42” 76”x46”
Dinette bed 173x107 cm 170x107 cm 188x107 cm 193x114 cm
75”x60” 75”x60” 80”x60” 80”x60”
Rear bed 190x152 cm 190x152 cm 203x152 cm 203x152 cm
Fuel tank gallon / liter 75 / 285 55 / 210 55 / 210 35 / 130
Miles/gallon 5-8 7-10 7-10 7-10
Liter/100km 30-45 25-35 25-35 25-35
Fresh water gallon 74 48 56 56
Fresh water liter 265 150 210 210
Waste Tanks Grey gallon 56 28 28 37
Waste Tanks Grey Liter 210 105 105 140
Waste Tanks Black gallon 40 28 28 22
Waste Tanks Black Liter 150 105 105 83
ALL MEASUREMENTS ARE APPROXIMATE, NOT GUARANTEED AND SPECS MAY CHANGE ANY TIME WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE!

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2. Campgrounds
There are many different places to camp overnight:
- National Parks
- State Parks
- U. S. National Forest Campgrounds
- KOA Campgrounds
- Private Campgrounds
- or even in front of a Wal-Mart Store
For safety reasons Road Bear RV does not recommend “roadside” camping!
The National or State Parks and the Forest Campgrounds usually offer the most
beautiful and spacious camp- sites. There is often a wooden table and a fire ring
on each site. They also offer hiking trails.
There are also differences in campsites:
Full hook up sites - offer electricity, water and sewage
No hook up sites - just the site without any hook ups, usually the campground
has a dump station
National Parks
Reservations: by phone →1-800-436-PARK
by internet →www.nps.gov
Price: US$10 - US$25
Sites: some campgrounds offer hook up sites, usually a water - /
dump station and coin showers are available
For the National Parks it is recommended to purchase a National Park Pass
(approx. US$ 50). This annual pass provides admission to any National Park
since most parks charge US$20 per entry.
State Parks
Reservations: by phone →1-800-444-PARK
by internet →www.reserveamerica.com
Price: US$10 - US$25
Sites: some campgrounds offer hook up sites, usually a dump –
and water station and coin showers are available
U.S National Forest Campgrounds
Reservations: www.reserveamerica.com
Price: US$5 - US$12
Sites: seldom hook up sites, sometimes dump stations

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KOA Campgrounds
Refer to the KOA campground directory in your motor home. Do not forget your
10% value card!
Private Campgrounds
Refer to the Woodall’s campground directory or RV magazines located in your
vehicle
2.1. Arriving at the campsite
1. Park your motor home on a level spot if possible. Otherwise use the leveling
blocks or levelers to level the vehicle.
2. Check for clearance before extending the slide out and the TV antenna.
3. Hook up the 110V electrical cable, water - and sewer hose.
4. Enjoy your stay!
2.2. When leaving the campsite
Make sure that: - the electrical cable is unplugged and stored
- water - and sewer hoses are disconnected and stored
- all compartment doors are latched or locked
- the slide-out is moved in
- the awning is rolled back & secured
- the water heater and - pump are turned off
- the TV antenna is cranked down
- the entry step is retracted
- all roof vents are closed
- all loose items are secured
- entry door is locked
- your park break is released
- the leveling blocks or levelers are stored away
- seat belts are latched

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3. The cabin
3.1. Ford cabin (chassis)
1 Light control / dimmer for instrument panel (cluster)
Courtesy lamp →rotate knob fully counter-clockwise
2 Turn signal / Wiper/Washer Control
3 Gearshift (press brake to shift)
Tow/Haul—default “off” = overdrive
Tow/Haul on →use this position to descent
moderate grades for safety and for towing.
2-3 →use 2 or 3 to drive up moderately steep
grades or to provide engine braking (slowing)
on downgrades (do not drive faster than
45 mph)
1 →use 1 to drive down steep grades
to provide maximum engine braking
(do not drive faster than 25 mph)
4 - 8 Cruise Control (working at 35mph or
faster)
to turn on speed control →ON (4)
to set speed →SET (5)
to set higher speed press and hold ACCEL (5)
to set lower speed press and hold COAST (7)
to disengage the speed control, depress the
brake pedal to return to a previously set speed →RES (6)
to turn off speed control →OFF (8)
3.2. Chevrolet cabin (chassis)
Cruise control (working at 35mph or faster)
a Turn on cruise control from O to I
b Set it by pushing knob
To accelerate push knob a to +
To turn off cruise off push a to O or simply
step on the brake
Push knob a to + to resume after stepping
on the brake
a
b

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TOW/HAUL mode only to use when pulling a trailer!
1 All lights are “OFF”
2 Daytime running lamps. Automatic activation as
soon gear shifter is moved out of park position.
3 Parking lights
4 Headlamps (low-beam). To activate high-beam by
pulling the turn signal lever towards you.
5 To adjust brightness of instrument panel (cluster)
push knob to extend it.
Courtesy Lamp →rotate knob fully counterclockwise
6 Courtesy lamp override
Emergency Start (9)
In case the engine battery is low and does not allow to start the engine, press
and hold the emergency switch and then start engine. Once the engine is running
release the switch.
Parking Brake Release (10)
Always use the parking brake when being parked. Apply brake prior to shifting
gear into “P”.
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2 3 4
5
6
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3.3. The Motor Home Class C (P-model shown)
TV AntennaAir ConditionerLadder Awning
Storage
Storage
LP Gas
Generator
110V outlet
Water heater
Waste water outlet
Spare tire
in trunk
110V cable
City water connection
Storage
Furnace
Entry step
Fuel tank fill

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3.4. The Motor Home Class C (S-model shown)
TV AntennaAir ConditionerLadder Awning
Slide out Awning
Storage
Storage
LP Gas
Generator
Water fill
Water heater
Waste water outlet
Spare tire
in trunk
110V cable
Cable TV hookup
City water connection
Storage Furnace
Slide out
Entry step
Fuel tank fill
Storage
110V outlet