Tiffin Motorhomes WAYFARER 2021 User manual

2021 OWNER'S MANUAL
2021 Owners Manual V1.1

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CHAPTER 1
GENERAL INFORMATION
CHAPTER 2
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
LIQUID PROPANE (LP) GAS SYSTEM
LIQUID PROPANE (LP) GAS REGULATOR
LIQUID PROPANE (LP) GAS DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM
FIRE EXTINGUISHER
RECOMMENDED PRACTICES
CARBON MONOXIDE WARNING
CO/LP PROPANE GAS DETECTOR
FIRE SAFETY
DRIVING SAFETY
FUELS FOR THE MOTORHOME
TABLE OF CONTENTS
(*VIEWING VIA PDF: Each page number is cross referenced for your convenience.
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WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION
SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
GENERAL WARNINGS
YOUR PRE-DEPARTURE CHECKLIST
WARRANTY SERVICE
TIFFIN MOTORHOMES LIMITED WARRANTY
SAFETY ICONS & MESSAGES
DISCLAIMER
WELCOME TO LIFE OF "ROUGHING IT SMOOTHLY"
ABOUT THIS MANUAL
DELIVERY
DEALER RESPONSIBILITIES
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
MAJOR EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURERS
OWNERS INFORMATION PACKAGE
CUSTOMER RELATIONS
SPECIFICATION LABELS
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TELEVISION SETS
LIQUID PROPANE (LP) GAS TANK FILLING PRACTICES
LIQUID PROPANE (LP) GAS TANK REGULATOR
LIQUID PROPANE (LP) GAS TANK QUICK CONNECT
HOW THE HEAT PUMP THERMOSTAT WORKS
CHAPTER 5
MAJOR APPLIANCES
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ENTERTAINMENT
TRUMA WATER HEATER PRODUCT MANUALS
WATER HEATER - (LP) GAS IGNITION OPERATION
WATER HEATER - 120V VAC ELECTRICAL OPERATION
WATER HEATER STORAGE
PRESSURE REGULATION
TRUMA WATER HEATER MODEL INFORMATION
(LP) GAS/12V/120V (VAC) REFRIGERATOR
CONVECTION MICROWAVE OVEN
LIQUID PROPANE (LP) GAS COOKTOP
WATER HEATER
LIQUID PROPANE (LP) GAS TANK
FURNACE
AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM
THERMOSTAT CONTROLS
HEAT PUMP CONTROLS
EMERGENCY EXITS
PARKING PROCEDURES
TOWING HITCH
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HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING
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LP GAS SYSTEM
LOADING
MAINTENANCE
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CHAPTER 10
HYDRAULIC LEVELING SYSTEM
120V (VAC) RECEPTACLES
USB RECEPTACLES
GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPT RECEPTACLES
GENERAL INFORMATION
ELECTRICAL CAUTIONS
CIRCUIT BREAKER BOX
CHASSIS FEATURES
BEDROOM AREA
DVD/BLU-RAY PLAYER
CABINETS
HOUSE RADIO
SOUND BAR
FUSES
SEVEN PIN TOWING CONNECTOR
CHAPTER 7
CABINETS & FURNITURE
CHAPTER 8
STRUCTURAL FEATURES
CHAPTER 9
ELECTRICAL FEATURES
INVERTER
ELECTRICAL GENERATOR
AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCH
CIRCUIT BREAKERS
CONVERTER
BATTERY DISTRIBUTION CENTER
BATTERY INSPECTION & CARE
COUNTER-TOP & KITCHEN CABINETRY
KITCHEN, LIVING & DINING AREAS
CHASSIS DRIVER & PASSENGER SEATS
OVERCABIN BUNK BED

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DRY CAMPING CONNECTIONS
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PLUMBING & BATH FEATURES
HOOKING UP TO WINTERIZATION
CITY WATER SUPPLY CONNECTION
WATER PUMP
CITY WATER CONNECTIONS
MONITOR PANEL
KITCHEN SINK
BATHROOM SINK, SHOWER & ACCESSORIES
EXTERIOR SIDES
SECURITY LIGHTS
SLIDE-OUT FEATURES
GENERAL CONSIDERATION
OPERATING PRECAUTIONS
EXTENDING THE SLIDE-OUT ROOM
RETRACTING THE SLIDE-OUT ROOM
ELECTRIC STEPS
TONGUE WEIGHT
MIRRORS
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INTERIOR FEATURES
FLOORING
CEILING
WINDOW TREATMENTS
SYSTEM MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING
AUTOMATIC LEVELING SYSTEM WARRANTY GUIDE
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EXTERIOR FEATURES
WARNINGS & PRECAUTIONS
PARKING THE COACH
CONTROL PANEL OPERATION

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INTERIOR CARE FOR YOUR MOTORHOME
ROOF CARE & MAINTENANCE
CHAPTER 17
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
MOISTURE MANAGEMENT
WASHING YOUR MOTORHOME
SEALS
PROPER SEALANTS FOR APPLICATION
WHEEL CARE
SINGLE VISION CAMERA REAR MONITOR SYSTEM
DASHBOARD COOLING/HEATING CONTROLS
DRIVING YOUR MOTORHOME
AWNING
VENTS
DOORS
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EXTERIOR SHOWER
WINDOWS
CHAPTER 15
WINDOWS, AWNINGS, VENTS & DOORS
BLACK WATER HOLDING TANK
GRAY WATER HOLDING TANK (P-TRAPS)
WASTE WATER DISPOSAL
SEWER CONNECTION & CAMPING
NO FUSS FLUSH
WATER HEATER BYPASS SYSTEM
BYPASS WATER HEATER FOR MAINTENANCE
FRESH WATER LINES
GENERAL INFORMATION
TOILET
FILLING THE FRESH WATER TANK
HOT & COLD WATER FIXTURES (FRESH WATER TANK)
SANITIZING HOT/COLD FIXTURES & FRESH WATER TANK
SANITIZING HOT/COLD FIXTURES ONLY
WATER FILTER

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FREQUENCY OF CHECKING TIRE INFLATION PRESSURES
TIRE WEAR, BALANCE & WHEEL ALIGNMENT
TIRE PRESSURE
TIRE MAXIMUM LOAD RATING
WEIGHING THE MOTORHOME
OVERLOADING AFFECTS YOUR MOTORHOME & TIRES
TIRE SAFETY TIPS
SECTION TWO
STEPS FOR DETERMINING CORRECT LOAD LIMIT
TIRE REPAIR
TIRE ROTATION
INFORMATION ON PASSENGER MOTORHOME TIRES
VEHICLE LOAD LIMITS
CARGO CAPACITIES
STEPS FOR MAINTAINING PROPER TIRE PRESSURE
TIRE SIZE
TIRE TREAD
TIRE BALANCE & WHEEL ALIGNMENT
TIRE ROTATION SEQUENCE
SECTION ONE
SAFETY FIRST BASIC TIRE MAINTENANCE
RECOMMENDED TIRE PRESSURE & LOAD LIMITS
UNDERSTANDING TIRE PRESSURE & LOAD LIMITS
CHECKING TIRE PRESSURE
SEVERE ENVIRONMENTS
STORAGE OF YOUR MOTORHOME
MODIFICATIONS TO YOUR MOTORHOME
WET AREAS
TIRE & SAFETY INFORMATION
CLEANING TILE
STORAGE & ISOLATED AREAS IN THE MOTORHOME
USE OF UN-VENTED COMBUSTION EQUIPMENT
EXTERIOR CARE OF YOUR MOTORHOME
USE OF YOUR MOTORHOME
CONTROL RELATIVE HUMIDITY
AVOID DRASTIC THERMOSTAT SETBACKS
MANAGE WINDOW CONDENSATION
CARPET CARE & MOISTURE MANAGEMENT

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MAINTENANCE & DATA CHART
MOTORHOME OWNERS DATA SHEET
MERCEDES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
SERVICE DUE DATE DISPLAY
SERVICE DUE DATE HAS BEEN EXCEEDED
3 MONTH MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
SIX MONTH MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
ANNUAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
WINTERIZING
DE-WINTERIZING
DETECTORS
CONDENSATION
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
MONTHLY MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
FABRICS
WALLS & CEILINGS
DASHBOARD
WOODWORK & FLOORS
COUNTERTOPS
TIRE CLEANING
INTERIOR CARE
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GENERAL INFORMATION
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Many of the features and appliances in this manual may or may not be reflected in the actual
motorhome purchased, depending on the options and models selected by the motorhome owner.
All items, materials, instructions and guidance described in this manual are as accurate as
possible at the time of printing. However due to Tiffin Motorhomes ongoing and dedicated
commitment to excellence, improvement of Tiffin motorhomes is an ongoing and continuous
process.
Consequently, Tiffin Motorhomes reserves the right to make substitutions and improvements to
its makes and models of motorhomes without prior notification. Substitutions of comparable or
better materials, finishes, appliances, instrumentation and instruction may be made at any time it
is deemed necessary to provide our owner's with the best possible motorhome meeting the
owner's requirements.
Copyright by Tiffin Motorhomes Inc. - All Rights
Reserved Tiffin Motorhomes Inc.
625 Fawn Grove Road Winfield, Alabama 35594
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
MERCEDES 24 HOUR ROAD SIDE SERVICE
800-367-6372
Email: [email protected]
[email protected]
DISCLAIMER
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WELCOME TO A LIFE OF "ROUGHING IT SMOOTHLY"
This operator/owner's manual was prepared with you in mind. We want to provide you with the
information you need to properly care for and use your motorhome and all of its equipment. Please
carefully read through this manual to help you understand how everything in your motorhome works.
NOTE: This owner's manual describes many features of your Tiffin Wayfarer and includes
instructions for its safe use. The manual however, including its photography and illustrations is of a
general nature. Some equipment and features described may be optional and or unavailable on your
model.
The instructions included are meant to serve as a guide and in no way extend the
responsibilities of Tiffin Motorhomes beyond the standard written warranty.
The descriptions, illustrations and specifications in this manual were correct at the time of printing
and Tiffin Motorhomes reserves the right to change specifications or design without notice and
without incurring obligation to install the same products previously manufactured.
Many of the instruction sheets and manuals for the various appliances inside your motorhome have
been incorporated into this manual for your convenience.
There is also a flash drive in the information bag inside of your coach with instruction manuals to
your appliances as well.
Tiffin Motorhomes is excited that you
have entered the world of motorhome
travel. We believe that you and your
family will enjoy this lifestyle for
years to come. Your Tiffin motorhome
provides all the luxuries and comforts
of home while allowing you to travel
freely as you choose.
Before heading out on the open roads,
please take the time to make yourself
familiar with this owner's manual to
learn more about the operations of
your motorhome.
Also, please work with your dealer to
learn as much as possible about the
functionality and features of your
coach. And always remember -
"Wherever you go, we go."
ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Figure 3.1
Tiffin Wayfarer
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DELIVERY
Throughout the entire manufacturing process, your Tiffin motorhome has been regularly
inspected by our qualified factory personnel to assure you of the finest product of the finest
quality without exception.
However, the final inspection at our factory is not meant to be the last one. The pre-delivery
inspection and system check that your dealer performs are the final inspections done to your
particular motorhome prior to you actually receiving your coach.
Your dealer is also available to assist you in understanding the warranties and completing the
necessary forms to activate the warranties for the various appliances and accessories installed in
your motorhome.
DEALER RESPONSIBILITIES
1. A pre-delivery inspection and systems check is performed to assure a thorough inspection of
the motorhome and to assure the proper operation of factory installed components.
2. A customer walk through is performed to familiarize the new owner with the motorhome, its
systems and components, and their proper and safe operation.
3. Delivery of the Owner's Information Package which contains warranty cards and
registrations for the vehicle and all factory installed components from other vendors and
suppliers to Tiffin Motorhomes. The detailed operation instructions and maintenance
procedures and schedules are also included in this package.
4. Assisting the customer in completing the registration forms to avoid loss of warranty
coverage. The dealer should review the limited warranty provisions with the customer to
stress the importance of completing the warranty cards and registration forms for the
components in the motorhome to enable the various manufacturers to receive them within
the required time frame.
5. Providing the customer with information regarding warranty and non-warranty work on the
vehicle and its separately warranted components.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
The customer is responsible for regular and proper maintenance of the motorhome and its
various components. Properly maintaining your motorhome will help prevent conditions
arising from neglect that are not covered by your Tiffin Motorhome and components limited
warranty.
The maintenance guidelines in this manual and any other applicable manual(s) should be
followed. It is the owner's responsibility and obligation to return the vehicle to an authorized
dealer for repairs and service.
To assist you in avoiding problems with your motorhome, it is recommended that you do the
following:
1. Read the warranty. Go over it thoroughly with your dealer to make sure you understand
all the terms and conditions of the warranty.
2. Please ask questions about anything you don't fully understand about your Wayfarer.
Tiffin Motorhomes is here to serve you and assure that you have all the information
necessary for your safe and enjoyable use of your new motorhome.
3. When you are taking delivery, setup an appointment for adjustments. This appointment
should be within two weeks after you accept delivery of your new motorhome.
4. You are responsible for an expected to use your Wayfarer in a responsible and safe
manner. Please take the time to familiarize yourself with the proper operation of the
motorhome and all of its features before you attempt to use your motorhome.
5. Once a year the roof seals need to be inspected and replaced if need be to prevent leaks.
This can be done at a Tiffin Motorhomes Service Facility.
TIFFIN MOTORHOMES LIMITED WARRANTY
The Tiffin Motorhomes limited warranty was provided to you by your authorized Tiffin
Motorhomes dealer during the pre-delivery inspection. When you inquire about your Tiffin
Motorhomes warranty, please refer to this document. Should you need an additional copy,
please contact:
Tiffin Motorhomes Inc.
625 Fawn Grove Road Winfield,
Alabama 35594
Tiffin Motorhomes will be pleased to send you an additional copy or any other information
requested, as may be warranted.
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MAJOR EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURERS
The following list is a compilation of the vendors and suppliers of the major subsystems and
components of your Wayfarer. This list is provided for your convenience and is not meant as a
complete substitution of the literature and accompanying "how to contact us" information
supplied by those vendors and suppliers in your Owner's Information Package. Where
appropriate, website information is provided as well.
•Atwood Mobile Products
•Atwood LP Gas Water Heater
•Truma
•Kwikee
•Norcold, Inc.
•Onan Corporation
•RV Products (Coleman A/C)
•Precision Circuits Inc.
•Saf-T-Alert (CO/LP Alarm)
•Triple H
•Dometic Corporation
•Lippert Corporation
•Big Foot Leveler Corporation
[phone]
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[phone]
[phone]
www.atwoodmobile.com
www.atwoodmobile.com
www.truma.net
www.kwikee.com
www.norcold.com
www.onanindiana.com
www.airxcel.com
www.precisioncircuitsinc.com
www.safetalert.com
www.triplehelectronics.com
www.dometic.com
www.lippert.com
www.bigfootleveler.com
For those looking for more information (e.g., locations of authorized subsidiaries) the following
website, www.rvamerica.com/data/s/_alist.htm should be very helpful. This site provides
complete, alphabetical listings of all suppliers and vendors for all contemporary recreational
vehicles and motorhomes.
WARRANTY SERVICE
Mercedes-Benz covers Roadside Assistance for the full term of the bumper-to-bumper chassis
warranty of 3 years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first.
Tiffin Motorhomes warranties its utilized construction for three years and its laminations for
three years. Any service work performed after the expiration of the Tiffin Motorhomes
warranties WILL NOT be covered under the conditions of the implied Tiffin Motorhome
warranty. Exceptions may be made on an individual basis, to this deadline on account of the
unavailability of parts and/or service appointment time where work is to be performed.
Neither Mercedes Benz nor Tiffin Motorhomes provides warranty for the motorhome tires.
Please refer to the tire manufacturers guide provided in the Owner's Information Packet for any
warranty information.
However, do not rely on the possibility of an exception: please schedule any desired
in-warranty work before the expiration of your motorhome warranty.
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OWNERS INFORMATION PACKAGE
The Owner's Information Package (Figure 7.1) includes valuable documents about your
Wayfarer and its components and systems. By consulting the booklets and instruction manuals
included, you will learn how to operate, maintain and troubleshoot these items safely and
effectively. The Tiffin Motorhomes Wayfarer Owner's Manual does not cover every possible
detail of equipment; standard or optional on your coach.
As with all valuable documentation, please keep them in a safe and secure place for later use
and consultation. When you complete and mail to the respective manufacturer(s) any
warranty/guaranty registration card(s), make a photocopy of both sides of each card prior to
mailing and keep the copy in your permanent records for your Wayfarer motorhome.
CUSTOMER RELATIONS
If you wish to schedule maintenance, service or to order parts, you should notify your local
authorized Tiffin Motorhomes dealership to setup an appointment or place an order. If you are
unsure of the location of your nearest authorized Tiffin Motorhomes dealership, please access
the Tiffin Motorhomes website at www.tiffinmotorhomes.com and then click on the "Locate
Dealer" tab and then enter the appropriate search criteria such as state and retail sales. Then
click on the Red Ball located on the map to pull up the dealer information for that area.
Figure 7.1
Owners Information Package
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SPECIFICATION LABELS
There are two main labels used to identify your Tiffin Motorhomes Wayfarer. The Vehicle
Identification Number (VIN) is the legal identification of the completed motorhome. The VIN
is the number used by the state for the vehicle identification and registration.
(Figure 8.1 & 8.2)
Figure 8.3
RVIA Official Label
Another label affixed to your Tiffin Wayfarer is the Recreational
Vehicle Industrial Association (RVIA) label for Tiffin Motorhomes
(Figure 8.3).
As a manufacturers member of the RVIA Tiffin Motorhomes has the
obligation to disclose the following information to the purchaser of the
motorhome:
•An indication of the contents of the motorhome weight label affixed
to the motorhome
•A concise explanation of the following items: Vehicle Weight
Distribution and Proper weighing techniques to be used when
weighing the coach.
•Specific definitions for the following terminology:
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Figure 8.1
Wayfarer Vehicle Identification Label 1
Figure 8.2
Wayfarer Vehicle Identification Label 2
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SPECIFICATION LABELS CONTINUED
•Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) - This is the maximum weight of the motorhome
when it is fully loaded.
•Unloaded Vehicle Weight (UVW) - This is the weight of the motorhome as built at the
factory, with full fuel, engine oil and coolants. The UVW does not include cargo, fresh
water, LP gas or any dealer installed components.
•Cargo Carrying Capacity (CCC) - This is the maximum weight of all occupants including
the driver, passenger(s), personal belongings, food, fresh water, waste water, gas, tools,
tongue weight of towed vehicle (if applicable), dealer installed accessories and the like. The
CCC is equal to or less than the GVWR minus the UVW.
•Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) - This is the value specified by the chassis
manufacturer as the maximum loaded weight of the motorhome with a towed trailer or
vehicle (if applicable).
•Sleeping Capacity Weight Rating (SCWR) - This is the maximum weight capacity of the
combined number of persons (i.e., number of people multiplied by 154 pounds per person)
permitted to sleep within the motorhome.
(Please note this is a median average and actual passenger weight may vary).
•Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) - This is the maximum allowable weight for an axle;
the GAWR considers the weakest link in the tire, wheel, brakes, hubs, axle, springs and
attaching parts. To illustrate, if the axle is rated for 15,000 pounds and the tires are rated at
3,200 pounds each as a dual installation, then the maximum GAWR would be 12,800
pounds for a four tire vehicle.
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WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION
To assure the maximum stability of the motorhome under static (i.e., parked) and dynamic (i.e.,
moving) conditions, the distribution of the items to be carried and stored within the motorhome
and in the storage bays underneath the motorhome should be performed in such a manner to
strive for reasonably even side-to-side and front-to-rear dispersion of the weight of those stored
items.
This process will assure that the motorhome is not "lop-sided" in weight distribution(i.e., all
the stored weight is not on one side and/or mainly towards the front or the rear).
Keeping a center of mass of the motorhome essentially centered on a front to rear or side to
side basis will also provide better control of the motorhome when it is in motion.
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SAFETY ICONS AND MESSAGES
Please note that several icons and labels listed in this manual represent items that need your
attention. The Notice, Caution, Warning and Danger icons and labels alert you to
precautions that may help you avoid damage to your motorhome, its equipment and to
your personal safety.
Please read and follow them carefully.
NOTICE: Notice is used to address practices not related to personal injury.
CAUTION: Caution indicates a hazardous situation, which if not avoided
could result in minor or moderate personal injury.
WARNING: Warning indicates a hazardous situation, which if not avoided
could result in serious personal injury or death.
DANGER: Danger indicates a hazardous situation, which if not avoided will
result in serious personal injury or death.
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