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Summary of Contents for 2004 Flair

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Page 3: ...al system without written permission from Fleetwood Enterprises Inc Manufactming subsidiaries of Fleetwood Enterprises Inc build the following motor homes travel trailers and truck campers Pace Arrow...

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Page 5: ...res 05 7 Tire Inflation 05 7 TABLE OF CONTENTS Air Pressure 05 8 Underinflation 05 8 Air Pressure Check 05 8 Tire Replacement 05 9 fYou Get a Flat Tire 05 9 Changing a Flat Tire 05 9 Seats Seat Belts...

Page 6: ...p Filter 07 2 Low Point Drains 07 2 Troubleshooting the Fresh Water System 07 3 Leaks 07 3 Sanitizing the Fresh Water System 07 3 00 2 i Exterior Shower If Equipped 07 4 Drinking Water Filter System I...

Page 7: ...ior Graphics Care 11 2 Windows Doors Vents and Locks 11 2 TPO Roof System 11 2 Cleaning 11 2 Care 11 2 Table of Contents Sealant Renewal 11 2 Door Window Roof Component and Molding Resealing 11 3 Acry...

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Page 9: ...te nance as described in the Owner s Information Package however minor adjustments such as adjustments to the interior or exterior doors LPG regulator pressure cabinet latches TV antenna control etc w...

Page 10: ...ncluding but not limited to property damage personal injury loss of income legal fees or expenses emotional distress death loss of use loss of value all other economic loss adverse health effects or a...

Page 11: ...maldehyde lev els in the Indoor air can cause temporary eye and respiratory irritation and may aggravate respiratory conditions or allergies Ventilation will reduce indoor formaldehyde levels IMPORTAN...

Page 12: ...using the cooking appliance s will avoid dangers of asphyxiation It is especially important that cooking appliances not be used for comfort heating as the danger of asphyxiation is greater when the ap...

Page 13: ...lt Back up lights GE 1129 12 volt Stop taillights GE 1154 12 volt License plate light GE 53 12 volt Rear Turn Lights GE 1129 12 volt FLAIR INFORMATION CAUTION Before relamping disconnect power source...

Page 14: ...i Flair Information DRIVER S CONTROLS 2 6 FORD INSTRUMENT PANEL 7 2 6 WORKHORSE INSTRUMENT PANEL 03 2...

Page 15: ...Control Buttons Selects outlet for the delivered air Flair Information VENT Air is delivered from the adjustable dash mounted outlets Vent air will be either heated or cooled depending on position of...

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Page 17: ...l material s furnished with the motor home in the Owner s Information Package and the motor home Chassis Operafor s Owner s Guide Manual This information outlines important areas of operation and main...

Page 18: ...e road again If you have any questions about the warranty or what it does or does not cover please contact your dealer 04 2 The materials in your Owner s Information Package contain warranty informati...

Page 19: ...nt can help you with getting the correct service Always keep a maintenance log of your RV s service history Introduction Always make a written list of the RV s problems or the specific work you want d...

Page 20: ...overage If you decide to sell or trade your motor home be sure the new owner receives all the material in this package 04 4 1 1 NOTE 1 If your Owner s Information Package does not con tain these items...

Page 21: ...g sus pension parts or road hazards such as hitting a curb pothole railroad track etc Improper alignment can cause tires to roll at an angle and wear unevenly It may also cause the vehicle to pull to...

Page 22: ...sponse When you the driver accelerate brake or steer the motor home it responds to these inputs If you are faced with an emergency while driving the way you respond to the emergency and the way the mo...

Page 23: ...any type of alteration to your motor home consult a professional who understands the correct way to do the alteration and how the alteration will change or affect the stability handling Introduction v...

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Page 25: ...Weighty is the maximum loaded weight of a trailer or towed vehicle this motor home with equipped hitch has been designated to tow GTW can not be increased by changing the trailer hitch ON THE ROAD GA...

Page 26: ...me there are additional guidelines that you must follow 05 2 Do not use a load equalizing hitch ifyour hitch head receiver is below 10 000 lbs capacity It could cause structural damage to the motor ho...

Page 27: ...may differ Refer to Fleetwood and chassis manufacturer s manual s for complete information GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating means the maximum permissible loaded weight a specific axle is designed to car...

Page 28: ...the motor horne If you make the motor horne top heavy or much too heavy on one side the motor horne can be over turned and crash in a curve turn or in an emer gency steering maneuver When the load is...

Page 29: ...ugh space on either side of the scale to accommodate the RV being par tially off the scale You may desire to use wheel ramps to get the required side to side leveling If there is a difference in the w...

Page 30: ...me states that require certain motor homes and RVs to utilize the Highway Patrol s weight scales to check for overloaded axle weights Citations can be issued to violators Since you may load your motor...

Page 31: ...Information Package for information on maintenance and tire care If no information is provided please contact your local tire manufacturer s location for advice The maximum cold inflation pressures ar...

Page 32: ...y speeds it flexes too much and builds up 05 8 heat This heat damages the inner liner casing and outer sidewall of the tire If not remedied quickly the tire will be irreparably damaged In extreme case...

Page 33: ...hold the steering wheel while avoiding abrupt steering inputs and move slowly to a safe place Park on a firm level surface Turn offthe ignition Set the parking brake Turn on the hazardflasher system...

Page 34: ...the combination lap and shoulder belt adjusts to your movement However if you brake hard corner hard or if your 05 10 vehicle receives an impact the lap and shoulder belt locks and prevents you from...

Page 35: ...safety seats only in forward facing locked seating positions equipped with a restraint system A WARNING Carefully follow all of the manufacturer s instructions that come with the safety seat that you...

Page 36: ...rake fade will occur if the brakes overheat When driving down long grades shift the trans mission to a lower gear at the top of the grade Rule of thumb Use the same lowest gear going down as it took t...

Page 37: ...rn off the vehicle air conditioner to improve engine and transmission cooling Be aware of the extra height of your motor home Check for low hanging tree branches or other obstructions whenever you dri...

Page 38: ...etial is intended to assist in protecting these components from corro sion or other effects of weather and road 05 14 conditions Please be aware that certain areas of the motor home do not have underc...

Page 39: ...omotive fuel and emis sions systems are sophisticated and engineered to meet Federal and State emissions standards They are sometimes sensitive to fuel types and blends particularly fuels blended for...

Page 40: ...ly while they are operating CAR BON MONOXIDE IS DEADLY Please read and understand the foJlowing precautions to protect yourself and others from the effects of carbon monoxide poisoning 05 16 Beware of...

Page 41: ...ear will cause serious overloading of the front tires and suspension possibly resulting in tire or front suspension failure The rear frame extensions are not designed to withstand the load imposed by...

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Page 43: ...ature If the door is closed as though ready to depart with the step extended the step will automatically retract when the engine ignition is switched ON This prevents driving with the step extended Th...

Page 44: ...label Storm windows should never be installed over emergency exit windows Read and understand these instructions before you need to use them The emergency exit win 06 2 dow provides an escape route in...

Page 45: ...STORAGE Exterior Compartments Exterior storage compartments should accommo date most of your storage needs All of the stor age compartments except the LP gas tank compartment can be locked Fire preven...

Page 46: ...Always exercise caution when operating the slide out room Always be celtain that there is plenty of clearance for your room to safely extend to the full outward position Remove any other potential ob...

Page 47: ...iving With Your Motor Home out the middle legs will automatically unfold into a vertical position 3 Pull upward on the center of the metal bar and rotate it down slowly until the wood bars rest on the...

Page 48: ...ome models folding chairs are provided for your convenience Store these chairs in an appropriate compartment when traveling to avoid personal injury or damage 06 6 A WARNING Do not sit on folding chai...

Page 49: ...on if you see these signs You need to do some thing to reduce the moisture inside your RV Living With Your Motor Home NOTE J Your RV is not designed to be used as permanent housing Use of this product...

Page 50: ...ll penetrate almost any material except glass and metals Water vapor in the air always wants to move toward dry air Scientists call this vapor pressure action It will go through walls floor covering p...

Page 51: ...ere are some tips on controlling humidity with heat Keep registers and the furnace blower clean and unobstructed This helps air circulation Do not operate a humidity device on your furnace Dripping Ce...

Page 52: ...r material Do not let water pool or stand in or under your RY Inspect for leaks on a regular basis Look for discolorations or wet spots Repair any leaks promptly Inspect condensation pans refrigeratio...

Page 53: ...ent quantities Fire Safety Precautions In addition to instructing occupants on what to do in case of fire and holding fire drills periodi cally consider these fire safety suggestions If you experience...

Page 54: ...been in storage before each trip and atleast once a week during use The smoke detector alarm should never be dis abled due to nuisance or false alarm from cook ing smoke a dusty furnace etc 06 12 Ven...

Page 55: ...ach the other end of the potable water hose to city water connection located on the motor home Make sure all connections are tight 4 Tum on the RV park city water supply Open all faucets inside the mo...

Page 56: ...ets are closed the pump shuts off A fuse at the converter panel protects the pump circuit It can lUn dry for extended periods without dam age See Electrical Systems chapter Turn the pump master switch...

Page 57: ...zed Fleetwood dealer For your safety the shower faucet is equipped with a vacuum breaker device This device is designed to prevent backflow of water into the fresh water system reducing the possibilit...

Page 58: ...station or sewer system The drain plumbing is very similar to that used in your home The system is trapped and vented 07 4 to prevent waste gases from backing up into the RY The drain plumbing is made...

Page 59: ...systems and as such must be drained into an approved dump station Both black and gray water holding tanks must be drained and thoroughly rinsed regularly to prevent accumulation of harmful or toxic m...

Page 60: ...l probably clog if you leave the knife valve open continually Run enough water into the tank to cover the bottom This will aid the break up of solid wastes Please Practice good housekeeping when drain...

Page 61: ...m does get clogged Use a hand operated probe to loosen stub born accumulations Seriously clogged P traps may require dis assembly Be careful not to overtighten when reassembling Typical Hot and Cold D...

Page 62: ...LECTRIC CORD STORAGE BYPASS VALVE HOT COLD VALVES FOR OUTQOOR SHOWER DRAIN COLD WATER POWER CORD J BOX WATER PUMP SWITCH Utility Compartment detail varies depending on product 07 8 SPRAY NOZZLE GRAY W...

Page 63: ...s The type is marked on the bulb or fuse FLEETWOOD 12 VOLT HOUSE AND AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEM This system generally includes all 12 volt interior lighting fixtures outlets fresh water pump 12 volt accessorie...

Page 64: ...Foaming around terminals or on top of the battery is normal acid neutralization Avoid getting the soda solution in the battery 4 Dry the cables and terminals 5 Do not use grease on the bare metal ins...

Page 65: ...your batteries topped up Do not try to operate 12 volt DC appliances with the output Electrical Systems of the solar panel A light on the air conditioner indicates when the solar panel is operating S...

Page 66: ...r ized Fleetwood Service Center or by a qualified elec trician 08 4 Test the GFCI at least once a month To test theGFCI I Connect the main power cord to 120 volt AC 2 Push the TEST button The RESET bu...

Page 67: ...Do not use generator ventilation air for heating any space Check engine fuel lines Fuel leakage in or around the compartment is an extreme fire Electrical Systems hazard Do not use the generator until...

Page 68: ...is designed to operate from 120 volt 30 amp AC service ONLY Connection of the motor horne to any other power source will cause improper operation of the system If only 20 amp service is available curr...

Page 69: ...Systems 00 R ctPTS 00 GENERAL PURPOSE r 120 VOLT CIRCUIT BREAKERS I ELECTRICAL CENTER WITH COfNERTER LOCATED UNDER REFRIGERATOR ORRANG 12V APPLIANCES AUTO OlM COA C1 1 rUSES r IJ GENEIMTOR RECEPT ilL...

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Page 71: ...ese you must take extra care whenever you use your motor home Keep the tank valve closed and turn off all appliances if the unit is not being used A WARNING LP gas is flammable and potentially explosi...

Page 72: ...tem Check the hoses for weather check ing or other signs of deterioration every time you have the LP gas tank filled or serviced When you replace hoses be sure that replacements are properly rated and...

Page 73: ...LP gas leak detector alarm is located near the floor The unit contains an alarm that will sound alerting you to the LP Gas System presence of low levels of potentially dangerous LP gas that may have a...

Page 74: ...e The other appliances will then light more quickly The first time the furnace or oven is operated paints and oils used in its manufacture may 09 4 generate some smoke and fumes If this occurs open do...

Page 75: ...Valve This valve is provided to cut off the flow of water to the water heater The water heater bypass valve greatly reduces the quantity of antifreeze required to winterize the water system The valve...

Page 76: ...hapter of this manual When you use the range oven for cooking or baking always open a vent or window to provide ventilation Never operate the range or oven 10 2 when you are sleeping or if your alertn...

Page 77: ...rates on 120 volt only The TV can also operate on 120 volt power from the generator or public utility To use the TV on 120 volt power remove the 12 volt cord fi om the rear of the TV and install the 1...

Page 78: ...0 4 WASHER DRYER READY OPTION If your RV is equipped with an electric dryer ready option and if an electric dryer is installed in the future by either you your dealer or another appliance installer th...

Page 79: ...chalking fading and yellowing The best insurance against these effects is routine maintenance If the finish is not washed and MAINTENANCE waxed thoroughly the surface can deteriorate rapidly The follo...

Page 80: ...latches adjusted and maintained Lubricate with a light oil at least once a year Check and tighten the screws holding the windows in place as required Clean screens by gently wiping with a damp cloth o...

Page 81: ...ean all areas to be resealed with an appropriate cleaner and clean rags 2 Make sure that all areas to be resealed are absolutely dry before new sealant is applied v l NOTE I Do not seal the bottom fla...

Page 82: ...for use on or in your motor home Exterior Please consult with your dealer before attempting to install or mount accessories on the sidewalls or roof of your motor home Holes 11 4 drilled in the sidewa...

Page 83: ...ngine exhaust gases could leak into the passenger compartment creating a safety hazard If the engine must be run with the engine cover off for maintenance purposes be sure the vehi cle interior is ade...

Page 84: ...tinguisher LP gas CO and smoke detectors alarms and GFI receptacles_ Complete LP gas pressure check and system check Service appliances and equipment refrigerator roof air conditioner furnace generato...

Page 85: ...nterization section in this manual STORAGE 10 Turn off water pump and water heater switches 11 Turn off LP gas at tank valve 12 Turn off refrigerator and furnace 13 Turn off range and oven burner valv...

Page 86: ...12 2 9 During extended periods of storage gasoline may deteriorate due to oxidation This can damage rubber and other materials in the fuel system It may also clog small orifices Commercially available...

Page 87: ...ater and the safety valve at the top Storage 7 Flush the toilet Operate toilet sprayer if equipped S Drain the shower head by opening the valve Let all water drain out the tub spout Leave the valve op...

Page 88: ...ughly inspect the outside of the vehi cle Look for animal nests in wheel wells under the hood in air cleaner or in other out of the way places 2 Remove all appliance vents ceiling vent and air conditi...

Page 89: ...s Be sure to uncover air conditioner shroud s 24 Inspect the LP gas system and check for leaks as described in the LP Gas System chapter If the LP gas tank shows signs of rust or corrosion have it in...

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Page 91: ...ignated equals the seating capacity GLOSSARY Doorside The right side of the motor home from the driver s point of view So named because the main entry exit door is on this side FIN Fleetwood Identific...

Page 92: ...ou cannot purchase anything with it It is used only to identify you and your motor home Park Cable The F style video connector that allows you to connect to an outside television signal source such as...

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