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Summary of Contents for 1974 Southwind

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Page 3: ...lowing suggestions 1 Discuss any warranty related problems directly with the General Manager or the owner of the dealership giving him an opportunity to help his service department resolve the matter...

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Page 5: ...iary Battery Service Generator Power Plant System Service PLUMBING Fresh Water External Water Supply Filling Fresh Water Supply Troubleshooting Water System Sanitizing Water Tank Waste Water System Wa...

Page 6: ...IPMENT AND FURNISHINGS Pedestal Seats Spring Balanced Bunk Beds_ Pedestal Dinette Tables Pull Out Gaucho Beds _ Storage _ _ _ _ CARE AND MAINTENANCE Interior Cleaning _ _ _ _ _ Draperies Cushions and...

Page 7: ...r having a good working knowledge of the unit Knowing hew to use your motor home and how to keep it properly maintained will help you enjoy thousands of miles of motoring pleasure Your motor home has...

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Page 9: ...d by the generator manufacturer for other pre use service re quirements applicable to this equipment Check that extra oi I and other service suppl ies are provided for the generator power plant if the...

Page 10: ...ept readily available in the glove com partment This will prove invaluable as reference information DRIVE SAFELY VEHICLE LOAD CAPACITY WEIGHING Your motor home is designed to carry the loads defined b...

Page 11: ...ghten by pulling the loose end of the belt while holding the buckle Adjust the belt as low on the abdomen and as snug as comfort will allow for greatest safety Never use a belt for more than one perso...

Page 12: ...25 ft 110 volt AC Power Cord Storage Compartment 14 Fresh Water Tank Fill 15 Fresh Water Tank Drain 16 City Wate Connection below 9 16 10 11 13 14 15 12 DD D r 1111 17 Running Lights 18 Front Engine...

Page 13: ...10 11 Windshield Wiper Motor Engine Oil Filler cap Power Steering Reservoir Air Cleaner Transmission Dipstick Filler Cap TYPICAL ENGINE SERVICE AREAS I LLUSTRATION 2 Emergency Brake 1 2 3 Screws Meta...

Page 14: ...perature Lighter 11 Hi Beam Indicator Control Fuel Switchover 12 Tur n Signal Indicator 19 Floor Air Emergency Start 13 Heater Slower Turn Signal Indicator 14 Fresh Air TYPICAL INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CO...

Page 15: ...wheel lug nut is torqued to a factory recommended setting of 4BO to 500 foot pounds making the lug nuts extremely difficult to remove In addition each tire and wheel weighs approximately 90 pounds an...

Page 16: ...eep cap in place when city water is not being used FRESH WATER SYSTEM COMPONENT LOCATIONS ILLUSTRATION 6 1 Grey Water Holding Tank 2 Grey Water Knife Valve 3 Drain Line Y Fitting 4 Drain Cap 5 Body Wa...

Page 17: ...r conditioner and transmission cooling coils through the engine compartment cover located be tween the driver and passenger seats This gives access to the power steering reservoir transmission oil dip...

Page 18: ...ater system is empty of water or when hooked to city water Running the pump when dry can damage it and may void the manufactu rer s warranty Your on board water storage tank is filled through a specia...

Page 19: ...are usable even when the drain is capped If no dual holding tank option is installed it is suggested that drainage be minimized to avoid overfilling the storage capacity of the lines If this occurs ex...

Page 20: ...te Indicator Light optional Remote Start Switch optional II i Hourmeter optional Circuit Breaker Start Switch 2 ie 3_ INSIDE _ _ r I REMOTE START PANEL optional 2 Junction Box 2 Automotive Type Fuses...

Page 21: ...nded for plastic systems in all drains and traps Winterize the automotive system as recommended in Chassis Operator s Manual DO S AND DON TS DON T put facial tissues paper permanent auto motive anti f...

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Page 23: ...ial compartment refer to Illustration 11 This generator option has a self starting system which includes the auxiliary battery Controls are at the generator location and at a remote control panel loca...

Page 24: ...ATION 11 RADIANT HEATER 1 2 5 6 4 OUTSIDE LP Gas Regulator Supply Valve NOTE For gas appliances with flame out valves Press while lighting and hold until flame stays lit when released 1 Flame out Valv...

Page 25: ...rcially available under such names as Butane Propane or other brand names Though odorless in a natural state LPG is always odorized to smell like garlic for easy detection in the event of a leak The g...

Page 26: ...hen disconnect the tank from the supply line NOTE In removing the fittings use the proper size wrench to avoid damaging the fitting Turn the fitting clockwise to loosen reverse thread _ Remove restrai...

Page 27: ...he oxygen inside the home Some models of range tops have pilot lights optional The oven has a pilot light Refer to information on the appliance ot from the manufacturer tor instruc tions on use When u...

Page 28: ...d Dr rear These are mDved into position simply by placing both hands on the center rim and pulling firmly dDwn and forward or down and back fDr the rear bunk against cDunter tensiDned springs Be sure...

Page 29: ...e for use on your carpet Fixtures Sinks baths showers Qr other fiberglass fixtures should be cleaned only with warm water and mild detergent or special cleaners harsh abrasives may scratch or discolor...

Page 30: ...nd a mild detergent Rinse with plain water Application of a good quality automotive wax will protect the finish still more and add lustre to the color Roof The metal adhesives and sealants used to con...

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