Fleetwood 1985 Southwind Manual Download

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Summary of Contents for 1985 Southwind

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Page 2: ...E FUEL BURNING EQUIPMENT INCLUDING WOOD AND CHARCOAL GRILLS AND STOVES SHALL NOT BE USED fNSlDEJHIS RECREAnONAL VEHICLE THE USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT INSIDE THEJlECREAnONAL VEHICLE MAY CAUSE FIRES OR lSPH...

Page 3: ...y Exit Window Effects of Prolonged Occupancy Controlling Moisture Condensation LIQUID PETROLIUM GAS SYSTEM Filling LP Gas Tanks 13 13 13 14 14 15 15 15 15 16 16 16 18 18 LP Gas Regulator 1e Using LP G...

Page 4: ...ct the MANUFACTURING PLANT at the ddress lIsted below and provide the manufacturer with a description fl l writing of the problem and ettempu inade to resolve It MANUFACTURING PLANT OBLIGATIONS Upon r...

Page 5: ...please return it to your dealer as soon as possible If you have any questions regarding operation maintenance or service please contact your dealer immediately so he can assist you Your dealer s Ser v...

Page 6: ...sses very little needs to be said about energy Discussions of the topic often lead to the question What can be done to save our natural energy resources There is no single l r 2 f simple answer To som...

Page 7: ...ering linkages and electrical systems This manual includes a section outlining motor home maintenance items andrecommended maintenance intervals Adherence to these schedules will minimize the possibli...

Page 8: ...ed weight of your motor home If the loaded weight of your motor home exceeds the GVWR or the weight on any axle exceeds that axle s GAWR the motor home is overloaded and you ll have to remove items to...

Page 9: ...tch and trailer Hitch classification Class II 5 Limit the vertical hitch load tongue weight 0 trailer to a maximum of 250 pounds Heavie vertical hitch loads can cause damage to you motor home rear fra...

Page 10: ...ed with saftey belts should not be occupied while the vehi cle is in motion and will bedabeled NOT FOR USE WHILE THE VEI IICL ISIN MO TION It is riot possible to belt in persons using beds _ 1 WARNING...

Page 11: ...drive or park Avoid low roofs when pul ling in for service This may be particularly important if you drive with the overheadvents open or if the motor home is equipped with a roof air conditioner roof...

Page 12: ...UST GASES CAN BE ASSURED AND MONITOR OUTSIDE CON DITIONS TO BE SURE THAT EXHAUST CON TINUES TO BE DISPERSED SAFELY Beware of exhaust gas carbon monoxide pOisoning symptoms 8 Dizziness Intense Headache...

Page 13: ...fwith all of your travel gear is extremely heavy weighing up to seven tons The axle jack furnished with your motor home is capable of lifting the weight on one wheel or about one fourth of the total g...

Page 14: ...shown in the diagram to the specified torque 7j d WHEEL NUT TIGHTENING SEQUENCES Motor Home Wheel Nut Torque 130 180 lb ft 180 240 N m 14 Completely 10iNer and remove the jack Re moveblocks boards ait...

Page 15: ...sed by lifting from the rear If the rear wheels are disabled place the motor home on a flat bed trailer or use a heavy duty dolly under the rear wheels and tow from the front NOTE IF YOUR MOTOR HOME M...

Page 16: ...nlns 3 Release AUXiliARY START button and oper ate motor home in a normal manner When operating properly your vehicle alternator will be able to handle normal vehicle driving require ments and also re...

Page 17: ...ar of the right front wheel On 178 192 and 208 inch wheel base models the filter is located on the right hand curbside frame rail to the rear of the right rear wheel 13 Fuel Filter Replacement Diesel...

Page 18: ...uxiliary battery systems for starting the engine bacause of the high current requirements when starting the diesel en gine ments lind also recharge the battery s in a reasona bletime when on the road...

Page 19: ...erit J Be sureliquidcoritaiiuirs are capped and cannot tip or spil I Secure all glass con tainers lind disiie QefpX l traV lllng 0 1 i 1 Secure all freestanding furniture Exterior storage compartments...

Page 20: ...alls of the vehicle are much thinner than house walls and the small size and tightconstructio l ofthevehicle allow a quick build up of Iligh moisture levels in the inside air The air inside a recreati...

Page 21: ...fier inside the motor home Water piltinto the airby th e iumldlfier will increase condensation Ventilate closets and cabinets During prolonged use in very cold weather leave cabinet and closet doors p...

Page 22: ...Butane vaporizes at about 320 F and propane vaporizes at about _400 F Choose a type of LP gas which has a boiling pOint lower than any tempera ture you expect to encounter Ask your LP gas supplier or...

Page 23: ...rgency the tank servIce valve must be easily accessible 19 5 Do not carry or store filled or empty LP gl containers inside your motor home LP gl containers are equipped with safety deviCE that relieve...

Page 24: ...m the motor home inlet and replace the protective cap 3 Fill the fresh water tank from city water sup ply if necessary 4 Remove and store the hose The on board fresh water system in your motor home ca...

Page 25: ...ocated on the electrical distribution panel See ELECTRICAL SYS TEM 21 THE MONITOR PANEL The monitor panel allows you to conveniently check the approximate levels in the fresh water tank and the holdin...

Page 26: ...rized Fleetwood RV Service Center Clogged Filters Dirt mineral scale or organic matter are filtered out of the system by an in line water filter on the inlet side of the water pump If you suspect aclo...

Page 27: ...And OffWhen All Faucets Are Closed Check for leaks in the water lines 23 Besuretankdrain valves are tightly closed The pump may have an internal leak Refer pump repairs to an authorized Fleetwood R i...

Page 28: ...seal in the bottom of the bowl Toilet Leaks Water On Floor Check water inlet connection Tighten or clean and tighten if necessary Refer other toilet leaking conditions to an au thorized Fleetwood RV...

Page 29: ...for their operation they are virtually trouble free The most common prob lem is also an unpleasant one clogging You can minimize the chances of clogging by keeping the fol lOWing considerations in min...

Page 30: ...e hold ing tanks CAUTioN DRAiNING THE WATER SYSTEM ALONE WILL NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE COLD WEATHER PROTECTION IF THE MOTORHOME j 26 IS TO BE UNHEATED DURING FREEZING TEM PERATURES CONSULT YOUR DEALER FOR...

Page 31: ...have to uE e adapters to plug into an electrical service be sure the gound is maintained WARNING DO NOT OPERATE THE 115 VOLT ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WITHOUT A PROPER GROUND BATTERIES the auxiliary battery s...

Page 32: ...R EXPOSE THEBATTERV TO OPEN FLAME ORELECTRIC SMRKPCHEMICAL mON 1N THE V BA11FERVt GENERATES HV OROGEN GAS WHICH ISil ilAMIIII4BLE AND EXPLOSIVE DO NOT ALLOW BATrERV ELEC TROLVT EiTO CONTACTSKIN EVES F...

Page 33: ...nment equipment requiring 12 volts DC be su to install Ii choke filter with an amperage ratil matched to the current requirements of the equi ment TV ANTENNA Optional i The roof mounted antenna is des...

Page 34: ...ss Vomiting 30 Intense headache Muscular twitching Weakness and sleepiness Throbbing in temples I t If symptoms indicate the possibility of car bon monoxide poisoning turn off the generator immediatel...

Page 35: ...R il I I I f I I t 1 iI I L_ _ IoWN ll I 12VOLTFUSE ii irt __ i i i 2 J I L I IISVOlTtsfT 20 IIIT Ii sr ux I f I POWER CORD a I VOLT Ii I iIN BAlTERV I I 1 I I I I I J TO QENERATOR I I I t _ Jl lW i J...

Page 36: ...e vehicle Proper ventila tion when using the cooking appliances will prevent the dangers of asphyxiation WARNING DO NOT USE OPEN FLAMES TO WARM THE LIVING AREA GAS COMBUSTION CONSUMES THE OXYGEN IN SI...

Page 37: ...erglass surfaces A good quality automotive Wax polish will help maintain the finish Inspect the undercarriage after the winter driving season to detect damage to the corrosion protective coating 33 Wi...

Page 38: ...find any ofthe above defects 34 Il 1 Use a plastic scraper to remove excess sealant 2 Clean all areas to be resealed with mineral spirits and clean rags WARNING MINERAL SPIRITS IS A FLAMMABLE LIQUID...

Page 39: ...NENTS Please refer to the Chassis Operator s Manual for more detailed information and fuel tank purge procedure Diesel powered vehi cles also use a dual filtering system for solid con taminants CAUTIO...

Page 40: ...ed to power the generator in diesel motorhomes A larger LP gas tank is located in the same place as the stan dard motor home tank When filling or servicing the LP gas tank please follow the same preca...

Page 41: ...ricate Hinges X Inspect and Clean Vents X Clean Battery Cables and Terminals X InspectSuspension X Service Chassis See Chassis Manual X Torque Lug Nuts See C Iassis Manual X Sanitize Water Tank X Clea...

Page 42: ...ters _ __ Various Shoes ___ Socks ___ Bathing Suits _ __ Hats Caps _ __ Ralnwear ____ Handkerchlelfs ____ Pajamas SLEEPING GEAR ___ Pillows _ __ PillowCases _ _ Sheets ___ Blan kets _ _ Sleeping Bags...

Page 43: ...23 33 5 8 30 34 4 34 33 33 29 8 29 20 20 20 17 6 8 17 35 15 34 34 24 27 27 27 27 31 16 29 34 6 8 30 F G H I J K L M o p Exhaust gas carbon monoxide poisoning Exterior storage compartments Fabrics clea...

Page 44: ...18 22 34 21 33 34 33 6 32 7 11 15 16 23 20 23 18 8 8 9 24 24 24 24 24 5 11 5 5 40 Trailer hitches Trailer towing Transmission cooler U V Upholstery cleaning Ventilation to reduce moisture condensatio...

Page 45: ...urchased ____________________________________ Dealer Name __________________ ____________________ Address Telephone Contact Insurance Policy Company Agent Name Telephone Policy Number Range Oven Manuf...

Page 46: ...____________ ______________________ Model Serial Number Stereo Manufacturer _____ ____ ________________ ____ __ _ Model Serial Number Generator Manufumurer __________ ______ ____________________ Mode...

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