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Overhead Vents
Overhead vents may be located in the galley, bedroom and bathroom areas for fresh air
circulation and exhausting heat, odors and water vapor. Turn the crank in the center of the
overhead vent to open and adjust. Some vents may also be equipped with a 12-volt fan. A
switch controls fan operation. Be sure to turn the fan off before closing the vent. Some vents
may be connected to a wall switch. Close the overhead vents before travelling to avoid damage
from wind and low overhead clearances. The vent may be cleaned from the top of the travel
trailer. Use soapy water on the vent cover. The screens may be vacuumed or lightly brushed to
remove accumulation of leaves or other debris. Lubricate the gears and mechanism yearly with
light, water resistant grease.
[Fantastic Fans recommends not using a vent cover, which could
inhibit air flow, confirmed in a phone conversation. Since they are expensive to replace, it is
probably worth putting up with the inconvenience of closing the covers whenever rain is
expected.]
Sofa Conversion (Manual Sofa)
Your trailer may be equipped with a sofa that converts into a bed for extra sleeping room. To
convert a sofa bed into a bed:
1)
Remove sofa bolsters.
2)
Lift front of sofa seat up and out. The back of the sofa will drop back and down, as the seat
is pulled outward.
To restore the sofa:
1)
Lift the front edge of the sofa seat up, and push it back towards the rear. The sofa back will
come up.
2)
Push the sofa fully into position and replace the bolsters.
Sofa Conversion (electric)
Your coach may be equipped with an electrical powered sofa that converts into a bed for extra
sleeping room. Remove sofa bolsters. The sofa is controlled with a rocker switch.
Exterior Storage Compartments
Exterior storage compartments should accommodate most of your storage needs. All of the
storage compartments, except the LP Gas compartment, can be locked. Fire prevention
regulations require that the LP Gas tank compartment be unlocked at all times.
Please note your travel trailer could be overloaded or out of balance if not properly loaded.
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Always keep tools and equipment stored in areas where they will not shift while travelling.
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Whenever possible, place heavy articles in the storage compartments which are low and the
best location for weight distribution. Pack articles carefully in the storage compartments to
minimize shifting. If necessary, use straps to prevent movement.
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Be sure liquid containers are capped and cannot tip or spill.
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Secure all glass containers and dishes before travelling
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Exterior storage compartments may not be water tight in all conditions. Store any articles,
which could be damaged by water inside the travel trailer.
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Oh, Boy! A favorite subject! Bay locks supplied use the CH751 key to lock/unlock.
Everyone in the RV park has that same key, so, even though all RVers are honest, it’s still a
risk. Bigfoot was smart enough to put two 751s on some doors (which makes as much sense
as having different keys for the two entrance doors). My suggestion: replace bay door locks
with barrel locks (advertised in RV magazines), and replace the second lock with a turn-latch
that keeps the door closed without having to take out a key.
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