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Summary of Contents for American Eagle 2006

Page 1: ...change without notice Fleetwood has designed its recreational vehicles for a variety of customer uses Each vehicle features optimal seating sleeping storage and fluid capacities The user is responsib...

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Page 3: ...iving with Your Motor Home 04 9 Monitor Panel 04 9 Plumbing System and Holding Tanks 04 9 Draining the Holding Tanks 04 9 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS Electrical Systems 04 10 Battery Charging 04 10 Automatic...

Page 4: ...Using the Engine to Slow the Interior and Furnishings 06 5 Motor Home 05 15 Dinette Conversion with Built in Table Maneuvering in Traffic 05 16 If Equipped 06 5 Rear View Video Monitor If Equipped 05...

Page 5: ...08 4 Power Inverter 08 4 Power Converter 08 4 Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCI 08 4 Generator If Equipped 08 5 Table of Contents Generator Fuel Supply 08 5 Propane Generator If Equipped 08 5 Gene...

Page 6: ...ocks 11 2 Fiberglass Roof System 11 2 Engine Access 11 5 Exterior Sealants 11 5 Generator Filters 11 5 Acrylic Assist Handles If Equipped 11 5 Windshield Wipers and Washers 11 5 Maintenance Guideline...

Page 7: ...eal attached just out side the entry door indicates compliance with ANSI or CSA standards INTRODUCTION Like all equipment your motor home will require care and regular maintenance in order to deliver...

Page 8: ...ng safety and comfort depend on it This man ual includes a section outlining maintenance intervals If you follow the maintenance guide lines you will minimize the possibility of fail ure of any import...

Page 9: ...TERMEDIATE AND REAR KGS LBS This vehicle conforms to ali applicable U S Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards in effect on the date of manufacture shown above V I N TYPE VEHICLE MULTI PURPOSE PASSENG...

Page 10: ...e influence of any controlled substance or are taking any medication or drugs that may impair your sight hearing judgment or coor dination Pull off the road and park in a safe area until you can drive...

Page 11: ...chassis o When driving in monntainous areas look for and obey highway signs con cerning grades and curves Your driving experience when pulling and stopping a Introduction towed unit on mountain roads...

Page 12: ...es equipped with driver passenger airbags Navigational or Vehicle Avoidance Systems and or equipped with certain other electronic devices may be equipped with event data recording capabilities Your mo...

Page 13: ...en 10 days after the expiration of the warranty period WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY This warranty does not cover 1 The automotive chassis system including the chassis and drive train tires and...

Page 14: ...r for warranty service 02 2 Laws in many states andfederal law permit owners to obtain a replacement vehicle or a refund of the purchase price under certain cir cumstances The provisions ofthese laws...

Page 15: ...ing correct tire pres sures before delivery Fleetwood and its subsidiaries will not be responsible for front end alignment after this Warranty predelivery inspection has been performed You should retu...

Page 16: ...heir time and will help get you going as quickly as possible If you have a warranty or service concern about the chassis portion of your vehicle please be aware that you may go directly to an authoriz...

Page 17: ...e 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 IMPORTANT NOTICE...

Page 18: ...an ade quate supply of fresh air for combustion Unlike homes the amount of oxygen supply is limited due to the size of the recreational vehi cle and proper ventilation when using the cooking appliance...

Page 19: ...aker Panel Under the bed A CAUTION Before relamping disconnect power source by remov ing fuse or placing circuit breaker and control switch in OFF position Halogen bulbs operate at extremely high temp...

Page 20: ...vehicles that have separate amber turn signals in addition to the red brake lights TO POWER QISTRIBUTION BOX BATTERY COMP T POWER TRAILER HITCH PLUG AS SHOWN FROM PLUG SIDE Some towed vehicles will no...

Page 21: ...12 t Il 54 VIP MODULAR Head Lamp Assh Cruise 0nI0H Cruise cancel LAYOUT Marker Lamp R Wi Off WiperHVLo Wiper Variable Wiper Wash C 1ft JJ I U2 m JJ CD en I 0 0 a z I JJ I 0 a _ r JJ _ 0 0 I I _ 0 I I...

Page 22: ...Single CD Back up Monitor Generator Start Switch Generator Hour Meter Gauge Accelerator Pedal ABS Systems Warning Indicator Light Antenna Up Warning Indicator Light High Beam Indicator Light Check En...

Page 23: ...by remov ing fuse or placing circuit breaker and control switch in OFF position Do not install 12 volt fuses or 120 volt breakers with amperage ratings greater than that specified on the device or la...

Page 24: ...parate amber turn signals in addition to the red brake lights TO POWER QISTRIBUTION BOX BATIERY COMP T POWER 0047 RIGHT TURN ELECTRIC BRAKE TRAILER HITCH pLUG AS SHOWN FROM PLUG SIDE Some towed vehicl...

Page 25: ...3 20 Left Turn Signal 44 21 Right Turn Signal 46 22 Fuel Gauge 47 23 Chassis Engine Oil Pressure Gauge 48 36 37 35 38 44 39 40 41 R 30 48 31 32 47 42 Chassis Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge Heating A...

Page 26: ...lector Side Pod 04 8 Heritage Information Instrument Panels 49 Seat Column Pedal Set Position Switch 50 Transmission Shifter 51 High Low Engine Brake Switch 52 Engine Brake Switch 53 Power Window Mirr...

Page 27: ...mi permanent hook ups to sewage systems waste materials will build up in the tank and cause serious plugging If the tank valves are continuously open In these cases keep the valve closed until the tan...

Page 28: ...pped with AGM sealed batteries These batteries do not contain elec trolyte fluid They are designed to be mainte nance free with proper use Please refer to the Owner s Manual for further information re...

Page 29: ...such as operational param eters warning set points and the ability to acti vate or deactivate certain functions From any location inside the coach the wireless keyboard will provide an alternate meth...

Page 30: ...parture checklist as a gentle reminder Provides user trip information Provides alerts Provide a phone number for American Coach Service Provides AC power status and faults Splash or Information Area T...

Page 31: ...amera on display screen when reverse gear is selected 2 Automatically display right side camera when right turn signal is active 3 Automatically display left side camera when left turn signal is activ...

Page 32: ...y screen to change to a function screen such as the one shown in Figure 3 Figure 2 Home Screen 04 14 Heritage Information Chassis Screen The Chassis screens are shown in Figure 3A and 3B The Chassis s...

Page 33: ...ing method Press the navigation field located at the bottom of the display screen between the arrow buttons until it s label shows Select Now use the down or up arrow button to scroll down or up until...

Page 34: ...sue a generator stop command and stop the generator Figure 5 Generator Screen Once the generator is started by the AGS the generator will run for the period selected for the Run Time for Generator par...

Page 35: ...highlighted Press the navi gation button until the label shows Change Press any arrow button and observe that the per centage shown in the field changes The selec tions for each set point is 0 25 50 7...

Page 36: ...hat need to be addressed prior to departure or moving the coach This list is provide as a convenience to the user and is not intended to be a complete list of activities that need to be per formed whe...

Page 37: ...arrow button All readings on the Trip screen should go to zero with the exception of the Starting Point field You can also reset the trip computer by pressing the Trip Reset field once Figure 10 Trip...

Page 38: ...ations Note this procedure requires the performer to have general knowledge of personal computers The following is the general requirements for loading in the images The desired image s must be instal...

Page 39: ...puter System should now be ready for normal operation PREPARING FOR STORAGE Proper preparation for storage will extend the life of the coach batteries and help insure that the coach is ready for opera...

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Page 41: ...eight 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 GAWR...

Page 42: ...w if you expect to tow something behind your motor home either with or without a dolly The factors are GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating GTW Gross Towed Weight MTW Maximum Tongue Weight GAWR Gross Axl...

Page 43: ...ue A frame assembly to transfer some of On The Road the trailer tongue weight to both motor home axles A weight carrying hitch head assembly does not use spring bars All of the tongue weight of the tr...

Page 44: ...not battery drain on the electrical system could occur the trans mission of the vehicle could be damaged the vehicle may be too heavy to pull among other concerns Before selecting the vehicle that wil...

Page 45: ...ht Is the weight of the motor home as built at the factory with full fuel engine oil and coolants CCC Cargo Carrying Capacity is equal to GVWR minus each of the following UVW full fresh potable water...

Page 46: ...y and you as the driver can be more confident and will be more comfortable If your motor home is improperly loaded it may be unsafe to drive uncomfortable to drive or both Axle load is important and i...

Page 47: ...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 weights on one side of the vehicle as...

Page 48: ...tion pressures recommended for single and dual axles equipped Always inflate each axle set to the tire with the higher of the side to side loads WEIGHING YOUR TANDEM AXLE MOTOR HOME To Obtain Individu...

Page 49: ...ended for single and dual axles equipped Always inflate each axle set to the tire with the higher of the side to side loads Dangers of Overloading Do not overload your RV In addition to possible probl...

Page 50: ...g factor Motor home tires normally have a life of 5 7 years depending on mileage However Fleetwood recommends peri odic tire inspection by a reputable tire dealer regardless of tread depth I NOTE I Wh...

Page 51: ...uscep tible to impact damage On The Road Maintaining correct tire inflation pressure for each loaded wheel position on your vehicle is of the utmost importance and must be a part of regular vehicle ma...

Page 52: ...arious manufac turers of the same size and rating may not have the same weight carrying capacity and maxi mum cold inflation pressures Consult your tire dealer The original equipment wheels and tires...

Page 53: ...tly increases the risk that one or both of the On The Road people will be injured in a collision Each desig nated seating position in your vehicle has a spe cific seat belt assembly which is made up o...

Page 54: ...y upright there is a greater risk that the child will slide under the safety belt and be seri ously injured in a collision Use a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of the child Se...

Page 55: ...S If Equipped Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System SRS If your RV is equipped with Air Bag Supple mental Restraint System SRS please refer to your Chassis Operator s Owner s Guide Manual for any inst...

Page 56: ...om to move either forward or backward The vehicle has to be in motion for the front wheels to be turned with ease 05 16 Driving on winding or mountain roads is not difficult if done with reasonable ca...

Page 57: ...s use the side mounted rear view mirrors with the video monitor system On The Road vl 1 NOTE I Be careful not to scratch the monitor or camera lenses when cleaning Use only household glass cleaner and...

Page 58: ...r from sudden release of pres sure replace lost or damaged fuel fill caps with caps of the same design which are available from your Fleetwood motor home dealer Clean up fuel spills immediately Fuel s...

Page 59: ...add additional equipment such as wiring plumbing or other components which may be effected by exhaust system heat On The Road ENGINE TEMPERATURE GAUGES Engine temperature gauges typically have been ca...

Page 60: ...larm after the motor home has been in storage before each trip and at least once a week during use Please refer to the materials included in your Owner s Information Package 05 20 EMERGENCY TOWING The...

Page 61: ...e towing to release the brakes and provide proper ride height An air inlet fitting is located in the front road side compartment or under the front hood Tow truck operators should be equipped to re ch...

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Page 63: ...n key with the entry door closed will retract the entry step This helps to prevent inad vertently driving off with the entry step extended The switches operate the entry step according to the followin...

Page 64: ...age the primary latch This will ensure that the door is fully closed When traveling always lock the deadbolt 06 2 The screen door may be separated from the main entry door by depressing the catch or r...

Page 65: ...to provide a view of the sides and rear of the motor home POWER SUN VISORS Your motor home may be equipped with optional power sun visors The driver s control panel contains controls for the up down o...

Page 66: ...y arti cles which could be damaged by water inside the motor home 06 4 A WARNING Do not store flammable volatile liquids or hazardous chemicals inside the motor home or in outside stor age compartment...

Page 67: ...floor cabinet and wall finishes Living With Your Motor Home Dinette Conversion with Built in Tab e f Equipped To convert the dinette into a bed 1 Remove cushions 2 Lift table reach underneath unlatch...

Page 68: ...dividers allow you to separate areas in the motor home They glide on nylon rollers They are held closed by a catch When the dividers are open for traveling be sure to attach the hold back latch to ke...

Page 69: ...on that you may experience RVs are much smaller than a house and are tightly built This means that the interior air will become saturated with moisture more quickly than in a typical house The routine...

Page 70: ...of water is released into the air Humidifiers Humidifiers are designed to put moisture into dry air up to two pounds per hour So in a 24 hour period an uncontrolled humidifier can put almost 50 pounds...

Page 71: ...entilation 1 Use the kitchen and bath exhaust fans if equipped when cooking or bathing Let them run for a while after a bath or meal 2 Ventilate with outside air Partially open one or more roof vents...

Page 72: ...e controlled By minimizing inte rior sources of moisture an RV owner can reduce or prevent mold growth However if optimal growth conditions persist mold can develop within 24 to 48 hours 06 10 Moistur...

Page 73: ...ing With Your Motor Home and therefore must be used properly so this material is not wasted Fire extinguishers are pressurized mechanical devices They must be handled with care and treated with respec...

Page 74: ...o turn offal pilot flames and appliances in your motor home Turning off the Propane at the tank Is insufficient Pilotless appliances may still spark or pilot flames may not extinguish immediately 06 1...

Page 75: ...the other end of the potable water hose to city water connection located on the motor home Make sure all connections are tight 4 Turn on the RV park city water supply Open all faucets inside the moto...

Page 76: ...ster switch ON to pressurize the system When a faucet is opened after the initial filling of the tank the water may sputter for a few seconds This is normal and is not cause for concern The water flow...

Page 77: ...reducing the possibility of contamination of the water supply When the faucet is in the OFF position with the shower hose held above the faucet water will drain out of the vacuum breaker This drainage...

Page 78: ...ewer hose is required to connect the holding tank outlet to the inlet of an approved waste water dump station or sewer system The drain plumbing is very similar to that used in your home The system is...

Page 79: ...rain ing the tanks A WARNING Holding tanks are enclosed sewer systems and as such must be drained into an approved dump station Both black and gray water holding tanks must be drained and thoroughly r...

Page 80: ...ack water tank at all times San T Flush Operation Black and Grey Tank Flush System Using sanitizing bottle from kit If Equipped 1 Dump holding tanks in the usual manner at an approved station 2 Leave...

Page 81: ...lid wastes and make the system much more pleasant to use Do not put facial tissue paper ethylene glycol based or other automotive antifreeze femi Typical Hot and Cold Diagram nine hygiene products or...

Page 82: ...NNECTIONS ELECTRIC CORD STORAGE BYPASS VAlVE HOT COLO VALVES FOR OUTDOOR SHOWER DRAIN COLO WATER POWER CORD J BOX WATER PUMP SWITCH Utility Compartment detail varies depending on product 07 8 SPRAY NO...

Page 83: ...CAUTION Always replace bulbs and fuses with equivalent types The type is marked on the bulb or fuse FLEETWOOD 12 VOLT HOUSE AND AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEM This system generally includes all 12 volt interior li...

Page 84: ...t on the battery top may permit current to flow between the terminals and dis charge the battery 08 2 To clean the batteries 1 Be sure the vent caps are installed and tight 2 Wash the battery with a d...

Page 85: ...to contact skin eyes fabrics or painted surfaces Electrical Systems Solar Panel If Equipped Your new motor home may be equipped with an optional solar charger The solar charging panel installed on the...

Page 86: ...nditioners cannot be operated on power supplied by the inverter The motor home must be plugged into an external AC service or the gener ator must be operating to run the air conditioners Because the i...

Page 87: ...t generator exhaust does not enter the interior and you would not be alert to exhaust odors or symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning Electrical Systems Generator Fuel Supply Fuel for the generator is...

Page 88: ...e a fire 08 6 A WARNING Do not modify the generator installation or exhaust system in any way Do not use the generator as an emergency power source to a general residential or industrial utility line...

Page 89: ...ppropriate times Hours may be set either for AM or PM Electrical Systems A Time Zone indicator is provided for easy changing of local time when traveling 1 1 NOTE 1 For detailed information on how to...

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Page 91: ...t 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 Propane is flammable and potentially explosive Use pro...

Page 92: ...sures encountered in the system Check the hoses for weather check ing or other signs of deterioration every time you have the Propane tank filled or serviced When you replace hoses be sure that replac...

Page 93: ...ated house hold type detergents These can cause cracks to form on the line and brass fittings If the leak cannot be located take the unit to a Propane service representative Propane System PROPANE LEA...

Page 94: ...the appliance To purge some of the air from the Propane system first light a burner on the range The other appliances will then light more quickly 09 4 The first time the furnace or oven is operated p...

Page 95: ...f 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 is usu ally located near the water hea...

Page 96: ...electric heating element 120 voltlAC These two heating sources maintain the temperature of the Hydro Hot s 50 50 solution of water and antifreeze In addition the Hydro Hot has been designed to prehea...

Page 97: ...bution center This protects your air conditioner motor from damage and is necessary during low voltage conditions This breaker tripping is sometimes perceived as a fault in your motor home but it is a...

Page 98: ...ELEPHONE JACK A telephone jack is conveniently located in the front under the dash on the passenger s side and in various locations in the motor home The park connection point is located near the rear...

Page 99: ...the form of 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 rapi...

Page 100: ...rts hinges and 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...

Page 101: ...nance INTERIOR Fabrics Interior appointments such as draperies bed spreads mattress covers upholstery and wall pads are manufactured from high quality materi als and should be dry cleaned only Frequen...

Page 102: ...ood dealer CAUTION Do not use any type of screw to attach items to the interior or exterior walls of your motor home If you want to attach items to the walls you must use expanding head type rivets Ri...

Page 103: ...eetwood Motor Home dealer for the most current sealant use Windshield Window sealant Roof sealant GENERATOR FILTERS Consult your Fleetwood Motor Home dealer or see the GenSet Service and Parts Directo...

Page 104: ...ystem and cause internal condensation issues Full timing can cause extra wear and tear to your RV simply from continuous usage and or exten 11 6 sive miles driven If you are a full timer or using your...

Page 105: ...lete Propane pressure check and system check Service appliances and equipment refrigerator roof air conditioner furnace generator etc Inspect generator exhaust system Inspect Propane system components...

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Page 107: ...rization section in this manual STORAGE 10 Thrn off water pump and water heater switches 11 Thrn off Propane at tank valve 12 Thrn off refrigerator s and furnace s 13 Turn off range and oven burner va...

Page 108: ...d devices 12 2 9 During extended periods of storage fuel may deteriorate due to oxidation This can damage rubber and other materials in the fuel system It may also clog small orifices Commercially ava...

Page 109: ...e heater and the safety valve at the top Storage 7 Flush the toilet Operate toilet sprayer if equipped 8 Drain the shower head by opening the valve Let all water drain out the tub spout Leave the valv...

Page 110: ...ct 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 conditioner coveri...

Page 111: ...uncover air conditioner shroud s 24 Inspect the Propane system and check for leaks as described in the Propane System chapter If the Propane tank shows signs of rust or corrosion have it inspected by...

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Page 113: ...ly The number of sleeping positions des ignated equals the seating capacity GLOSSARY Dinghy A motorized vehicle such as an auto mobile or truck towed behind a motor home with all four tires on the gro...

Page 114: ...is card when you request or need warranty serv ice Please note that this is NOT a credit card You cannot purchase anything with it It is used only to identify you and your motor home 13 2 Park Cable T...

Page 115: ...Us ful and Interesting Amerlcqn Coaeb Information Is distributed bl mdl thlyln the aS oci tlon s newsllittet Subject materl 1 v Hes Tr6mlmp rt nttechni al matters t6f di atihgt avel de inations l C i1...

Page 116: ...P PLlCATION i lease Print Dal ______ Ple se use the first nameth t yO 1 want 011 your name badge Owner l ast Name ________________ First Name ____________ Co QWMr Last Name FirSt Name ____________ Mar...

Page 117: ...the FMCA and also own at least a one third interest in an American Coach Heritage American Coach Eagle American Coach Dream American Coach Tradition or a Limited Motor Coach Please fill out the form...

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