Tiffin Motorhomes 2015 Phaeton User manual

Tin Motorhomes, Inc.
105 2nd St. NW • Red Bay, AL 35582
Phone: [phone]
Email: info@tinmotorhomes.com
2015
OWNER’S MANUAL

105 2nd St. NW • Red Bay, AL 35582
Phone: [phone]
Email: info@tinmotorhomes.com
www.tinmotorhomes.com
To view or download a full color, printable
version of this owner’s manual, visit
www.tinmotorhomes.com

Tin Motorhomes, Inc. ©
105 2nd St. NW • Red Bay, AL 35582
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: info@tinmotorhomes.com
www.tinmotorhomes.com
DISCLAIMER
Copyright © by Tin Motorhomes, Inc. - all rights reserved
Many of the features and appliances described in this manual may or may not be reected in the actual motorhome purchased, depending on the options and mod-
els 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 Tin Motorhomes’ ongoing and dedicated commitment to excellence, improve-
ment of Tin’s motor homes is a continuing process. Consequently, Tin Motorhomes
reserves the right to make substitutions and improvements in its makes and models of
motor homes without prior notication. Substitutions of comparable or better materi-
als, nishes, appliances, instrumentation, and instruction may be made at any time it is
deemed prudent to provide the customer with the best possible motorhome meeting the
customer’s requirements.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 General Information
Welcome ........................................................................................ 2
About This Manual ........................................................................ 2
Delivery ......................................................................................... 3
Dealer Responsibilities ................................................................. 3
Customer Responsibilities ............................................................ 3
 TifnMotorhomesLimitedWarranty............................................4
 MajorEquipmentManufacturers..................................................4
Warranty Service .......................................................................... 5
Owner’s Information Package ...................................................... 5
Customer Relations ...................................................................... 6
 SpecicationLabels.....................................................................6
WeighingProcedures.....................................................................8
 WeightDistribution.......................................................................8
Safety Messages ........................................................................... 9
2 Safety Instructions
SafetyConsiderations..................................................................11
General Warnings ......................................................................... 11
 Pre-departureCheckList.............................................................12
Driving Safety ............................................................................... 13
Fuelsforthemotorhome.................................................................14
Liquidpropanegassystem.............................................................15
LP gas regulator..............................................................................17
LPdistributionsystem....................................................................17
 Carbonmonoxidewarning...........................................................18
CO/LPGasDetector......................................................................18
Fire Safety .................................................................................... 21
Fire Extinguisher .......................................................................... 21
Smoke Detector ........................................................................... 22
Electrical ...................................................................................... 22
Loading........................................................................................22
Maintenance .......................................................................... 22
ParkingProcedures......................................................................23
 TowingHitch.................................................................................24
3HeatingandAIrConditioning
Aqua Hot System ......................................................................... 26
Furnace.........................................................................................28
AirConditioningSystem..............................................................30
Thermostat Controls ................................................................... 31
Heat Pump Controls ..................................................................... 31
4MajorLPGasSystem
Liquidpropanetank.....................................................................33
 LPTankFillingPractices.............................................................34
LPGasRegulator.........................................................................34

TABLE OF CONTENTS
5 Major Appliances
ResidentialRefrigerator..............................................................37
Ice Maker ..................................................................................... 37
MicrowaveOven...........................................................................38
AirFiltrationFan..........................................................................38
Cook Top .................................................................................... 39
Dishwasher...............................................................................42
Washer/dryer...............................................................................43
6 Entertainment
TelevisionAntenna......................................................................45
TelevisionSatellite......................................................................45
TelevisionSets............................................................................46
InfraredRepeater........................................................................47
SurroundSystem..........................................................................47
 Bluray/DVDPlayer........................................................................47
7 Cabinets & Furniture
Cabinets........................................................................................49
Furniture ....................................................................................... 51
 BedroomArea..............................................................................52
8StructuralFeatures
ChassisStatement.......................................................................54
9 Electrical Features
General Information ..................................................................... 56
Electrical Cautions ....................................................................... 57
Multi-Plexsystem........................................................................58
Circuit Breaker Boxes .................................................................. 59
Auxiliary Start Switch .................................................................. 59
BatteryInspection&Care............................................................60
Batterydisconnectpanel............................................................61
12-Volt DC Receptacles .............................................................. 63
USB Receptacles ......................................................................... 63
Converter/Inverter ..........................................................................63
GFCI Receptacles ........................................................................ 65
Electrical Generator .................................................................... 66
Energy Management System ....................................................... 66
Automatic Transfer Switch ......................................................... 67
CircuitBreakers..........................................................................68
Seven-Pin Towing Connector ...................................................... 69

TABLE OF CONTENTS
10Slide-outFeatures
Slide-outOverview....................................................................71
GeneralConsiderations..............................................................71
Operating Precautions ............................................................... 72
ExtendingtheSlide-outRoom.......................................................72
RetractingtheSlide-outRoom....................................................73
11 Exterior Features
Towing Hitch ................................................................................ 75
ExteriorSides...............................................................................75
Security Lights ............................................................................. 76
Roof&Ladder..............................................................................76
Electric Steps ............................................................................... 77
Mirrors .......................................................................................... 79
12 Interior Features
Bedspread..................................................................................81
Flooring........................................................................................82
Ceiling...........................................................................................82
WindowTreatments.....................................................................83
13 Plumbing & Bath Features
MonitorPanel................................................................................85
 KitchenSink.................................................................................85
 Bath,SinkandShowerAccessories.............................................86
 WaterPump...................................................................................86
 CityWaterConnection..................................................................87
 FillingtheFreshwaterTank..........................................................88
Sanitizing.....................................................................................89
 WaterFilter..................................................................................89
 WaterHeaterBypassSystem......................................................89
Toilet ............................................................................................ 91
 BlackWaterHoldingTank...........................................................91
 GrayWaterHoldingTank..............................................................91
P-Traps ......................................................................................... 92
Wastewater Disposal ................................................................... 92
 SewerConnectionandCamping..................................................93
 NoFussFlush..............................................................................94
Aqua Hot System .......................................................................... 95

TABLE OF CONTENTS
14Windows,Awnings,Vents&Doors
Windows.......................................................................................98
Awnings ....................................................................................... 99
 Vents..........................................................................................100
Doors.........................................................................................100
15 Driving Your Motorhome
TripleVisionCameraMonitorSystem........................................102
SideMountCamera....................................................................102
 CBRadioSystemAntennaConnection....................................103
 AM/FM/CDStereoSystem...........................................................103
 DashboardHeating/CoolingControls.........................................103
AutomaticLevelingSystem.........................................................104
16 Routine Maintenance
WashingYourMotorhome...........................................................107
 Seals...........................................................................................108
ProperSealantsforApplication.................................................109
WheelCare.................................................................................110
Roof Care & Maintenance .......................................................... 111
MoistureManagement................................................................102
Tire&SafetyInformation...........................................................114
Tire Pressure .............................................................................. 126
Interior Care ............................................................................... 131
Fabrics ........................................................................................ 132
Walls & Ceiling .......................................................................... 133
 Dashboard.................................................................................133
 Woodwork&Floors...................................................................134
Countertops...............................................................................134
Accessories ............................................................................... 135
Detectors ................................................................................... 135
Condensation.............................................................................136
 RoutineMaintenanceSchedules...............................................137
 Winterizing................................................................................138
 De-Winterizing...........................................................................140
17 Maintenance & Data Charts
RVOwner’sDataSheet..............................................................142
RVOwner’sMaintenanceRecords.............................................143

1
GENERAL INFORMATION
Chapter
1
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2
WELCOME TO A LIFE OF “ROUGHING IT SMOOTHLY”
ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Tin Motorhomes is excited that
you have entered the world of moto-
rhome travel and we believe that you
and your family will enjoy this way of
life for years to come.Your Tin built
motorhome provides all the luxuries
and comforts of home while allowing
you to travel freely as you choose.
But before heading out on the open
roads, please make yourself famil-
iar 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 possi-
ble about the functionality and features of your coach. And remember - “wherever you go, we go.”
is 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 vehicle and
equipment. Please carefully read through this manual to help you understand how everything in your
motorhome works.
NOTE: is operator’s manual describes many features of your Phaeton and includes instructions for
its safe use. e manual, however, including its photography and illustrations, is of a general nature.
Some equipment and features described in this manual may be optional or unavailable on your mod-
el.
e instructions included are meant to serve as a guide and in no way extend the responsibilities of
Tin Motorhomes beyond the standard written warranty. e descriptions, illustrations, and speci-
cations in this manual were correct at the time of printing and Tin Motorhomes reserves the right
to change specications or design without notice, and without incurring obligation to install the same
on 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.

GENERAL INFORMATION
3
DELIVERY
DEALER RESPONSIBILITIES
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
roughout the entire manufacturing process, your Tin motorhome has been regularly inspected by
our qualied personnel to assure you of the nest product of the highest quality, without exception.
However, the nal inspection at our factory is not to be the last one. e pre-delivery inspection and
system check that your dealer performs are the nal inspections done to your particular motorhome
prior to you actually receiving your new Phaeton. Your dealer is also available to assist you in under-
standing the warranties and completing the necessary forms to activate the warranties for the various
appliances and accessories installed in your motorhome.
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 all factory-installed components.
2. A customer walk-through is performed to familiarize the new customer 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 Tin Moto-
rhomes. e detailed operation instructions and maintenance instructions on these components are
also included in this package.
4. Assisting the customer in completing the registration forms to avoid loss of warranty coverage.
e 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 manufacturers to receive them within the prescribed time limits.
5. Providing the customer with information regarding warranty and non-warranty work on the
vehicle and its separately warranted components.
e customer is responsible for regular and proper maintenance of the motorhome. Properly maintain-
ing your motorhome will prevent conditions arising from neglect that are not covered by your Tin
Motorhomes limited warranty. e maintenance guidelines in this manual and any other, applicable
manual(s) should be followed. It is your responsibility 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: