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Summary of Contents for Jamboree 1983

Page 1: ...BYFLEETWaJO 1983...

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Page 3: ...uirements for quality and safety Compliance with these standards is indicated by the seal attached just outside the entry door This seal is the outward sign of internal quality The motor home has been...

Page 4: ...used as permanent housing NOTICE Your selling dealer is responsible for performing a complete predelivery inspection of the chassis and all motor home components as specified in the predelivery checkl...

Page 5: ...Out Lounge Beds 11 Storage 11 Controlling Moisture Condensation 12 PLUMBING 14 Fresh Water 14 External Water Supply 14 Filling Fresh Water Supply 14 Troubleshooting Water System 15 Sanitizing Water T...

Page 6: ...MAINTENANCE 26 Interior Cleaning 26 Windows 27 Locksets and Latches 27 Plumbing 28 Exterior Care 28 Fire Safety 29...

Page 7: ...contact the MANUFACTURING PLANT at the address listed below and provide the manufacturer with a description in writing of the problem and attempts made to resolve it MANUFACTURING PLANT OBLIGATIONS U...

Page 8: ...ge generator compartment 2 Air conditioner 8 Refrigerator access 3 Entry door holdback 9 Refrigerator vent 4 Entry step 10 Plumbing vent 5 Lighted entry assist handle 11 Furnace vents 6 Patio receptac...

Page 9: ...preparations before you leave Proper preparation is the key to getting the most enjoy ment from your motor home Plan your route carefully Consult maps and guidebooks Become aware beforehand of road co...

Page 10: ...exceed axle loads and overall veh icle loads for which it was designed If in doubt weigh the vehicle at a public scale See paragraph on WEIGHING h Check that accessories such as a sewer hose with the...

Page 11: ...ation Kit Take the time before leaving to become familiar with the instrument control panel and the operation of all items in 3 the driver compartment Chevrolet instrument panel shown For others see C...

Page 12: ...4 Keep the Chassis Operator s Manual provided in your Owner s Information Kit in the glove compartment It contains valuable reference information...

Page 13: ...ble 1 Run the front wheels onto the scale platform and obtain a reading This first value is the front axle Gross Axle Weight 2 Next place the entire vehicle both axles on the scale and obtain a readin...

Page 14: ...urnished with and use seat belts while the vehicle is in motion Seats which are not equipped with safety belts should hot be occupied while vehicle is in motion and will be labeled THIS SEAT NOT TO BE...

Page 15: ...ue engine loads Downshift when de scending grades Engine braking power will help control vehicle speed and will help avoid overheating the brakes Allow for the extra height of your motor home and avoi...

Page 16: ...shield clear and keep the passenger compartment at a comfortable temperature while on the road This can be done by use of the proper combination of heater and defroster controls 12 VOLT FUSE REPLACEME...

Page 17: ...that the engine is charging the battery 3 Release EMERGENCY START button and operate motor home in a normal manner When operating properly your vehicle alternator will be able to handle normal vehicle...

Page 18: ...ttery serviced when fueling or servicing other vehicle systems Auxiliary Battery There is an auxiliary 12 volt battery to provide living area power requi rements Service this battery when fueling or s...

Page 19: ...n rocking the metal gently if necessary 4 Store pedestals in any of the convenient compartments or closets provided 5 Place table top in position to complete base for bed 6 Slide seat and back cushion...

Page 20: ...up of high moisture levels in the inside air The air inside a recreational vehicle can contain a sur prisingly large amount of water vapor Estimates indicate that a family of four can vaporize up to t...

Page 21: ...ery cold weather leave cabinet and closet doors partially open to warm and ventilate the interiors of storage compartments 13 built against exterior walls The air flow will warm the ex terior wall sur...

Page 22: ...o the motor home inlet and to the city water supply line 4 Turn on city water supply faucet 5 Let the water run a few minutes with your supply line attached to clean the lines Use the following proced...

Page 23: ...ly using a chlorine solution followed by clear water rinses 1 Prepare a chlorine solution by adding cup 60 ml of liquid household chlorine base bleach solution to one gallon 3 8 I potable drinking qua...

Page 24: ...outlet to catch any water in the drain then remove the protective cap from the drain outlet by turning it firmly counter clockwise 4 Place the plastic termination fitting over the motor home drain ou...

Page 25: ...scratch or damage the plastic WINTERIZING THE WATER SYSTEM If the motor home is to be stored in temperatures below freez ing the fresh water and waste systems should both be win terized as follows 1 D...

Page 26: ...U LATOR Cover to keep moisture out LP TAN KS Consult your RV service center for LP system winterization Wash and inspect for chipped paint touch up if needed ELECTRICAL BATTE RIES Add water and rechar...

Page 27: ...rrupter breaker circuit GFI This device is provided in compliance with ANSI NFPA 50lC requirements and is intended to protect you against electrical shock possible when using electrical appliances in...

Page 28: ...ay discharge it AUXILIARY GENERATOR POWER PLANT Optional The engine driven 115 volt generator power plant is located in a special compartment This generator option has a self starting system which inc...

Page 29: ...o the STOP position until the engine stops An hour meter is on the control panel located inside the motor home This meter indicates the hours of running time on the generator Operating hours informati...

Page 30: ...s pro vided the components are kept at a temperature about the boiling point of the gas NOTE Butane turns to a gas about 32 degrees F 00 C and propane vaporizes at about 40 degrees F 40 C Follow these...

Page 31: ...rectory or refer to the service directory available at your dealer The LP gas tank should never be filled above 80 of its capacity For additional information refer to instructions for your gas applian...

Page 32: ...for air to escape The time will vary depending on the distance the appliance is located from the LP gas tank After several seconds the gas should ignite and burn steadily Range and Oven The range and...

Page 33: ...eparate controls for LP gas fuel or electric power Consult the operating instructions furn ished by the manufacturer in the manual and posted inside the refrigerator door Before operating the refriger...

Page 34: ...n synthetics which require only the simplest care 1 Print and Plain fabric Clean this fabric with pure solvents petroleum distillate based products Energine Carbona Renuzit or similar products may be...

Page 35: ...most hardware or paint stores WINDOWS Keep moving parts of windows and latches adjusted and maintained Lubricate the windows with a light oil or powdered graphite at least once a year The screws holdi...

Page 36: ...uld like to make the following safety suggestions 1 Establish good housekeeping practices Do not allow combustible materials to accumulate Be sure that flammable liquids stored in approved containers...

Page 37: ...nts air conditioners and windows If signs of cracking weathering drying out are evident reseal as outlined below Every six months reseal all seams and openings Your RV dealer or supply store can recom...

Page 38: ...can often be done by camper RV service fi rms or by automotive body shops Check with you r dealer or look in the classified section of your telephone directory or newspaper Check all chassis body bol...

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