Fleetwood Southwind 1999 Owner'S Manual Download

Page: 1 / 146

Summary of Contents for Southwind 1999

Page 1: ... BY FLEETWOOD Ill 1999 owner s manual ...

Page 2: ...This page intentionally blank ...

Page 3: ...ed No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic or mechanical including photocopying recording or by any information storage or retrieval system without written permission from Fleetwood Enterprises Inc ...

Page 4: ...This page intentionally blank ...

Page 5: ...0 total miles of use as determined by the mileage shown on the odometer whichever occurs first 2 For structural defects 3 years structural defects are limited to the following roof structure sub floor structure exterior walls interior walls and ceilings Written notice of defects must be given to the selling dealer or manu facturer not later than ten 10 days after the expiration of the wan an ty pe...

Page 6: ...rrect defects in material or work manship or will take other appropriate action as may be required If the representatives of the manufacturing plant are unable to resolve the problem and the owner is convinced that it is covered by the war ranty the owner should call the toll free number listed below to describe the problem and the attempts made to resolve it This warranty does not cover 1 The aut...

Page 7: ...her inci dental or consequential damages Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state The manufacturer is not responsible for any undertaking repre sentation or warranty ma e by any d...

Page 8: ...NG This product is manufac tured with a urea formalde hyde resin and will release small quantities of formalde hyde Formaldehyde levels in the indoor air can cause temporary eye and respirato ry irritation and may aggra vate respiratory conditions or allergies Ventilation will reduce indoor formaldehyde levels Weyerhauser Corporation AI WARNING Ventilation is important for making the interior of y...

Page 9: ...P gas container can result in uncontrolled gas flow which can cause fire or explosion A properly filled con tainer will contain approximately ao percent of its volume as liquid LP gas The following label has been placed in the vehicle near the range IF YOU SMELL GAS 1 Extinguish any open flames pilot lights and all smoking materials 2 Do not touch electrical switches 3 Shut off the gas supply at t...

Page 10: ...gers of asphyxiation It is especially important that cooking appliances not be used for comfort heating as the dan ger of asphyxiation is greater when the appliance is used for long periods of time SAFETY REGULATIONS REGARDING LP CAS SYSTEMS AND LP CAS ApPLIANCES WARNING Portable fuel burning equip ment including wood and charcoal grills and stoves shall not be used inside this recreational vehicl...

Page 11: ...ls 02 1 O ON TI IE ROAd O 1 MOTOR HOME LOAdiNG O 1 RESPONSibiliTY FOR PROPER LOAdiNq O 1 SOME DEfiNirioNS FiRST O 1 CARRyiNG CAPAciT TAG O TowiNq A VEHiclE OR TRAilER TOWEd LOAd O A CARRyiNq CApAciTY ANd LOAd DiSTRibUTiON 0 5 How TO WEiqH YOUR LOAdEd MOTOR HOME WirHOUT A TRAiLER OR OTHER TOWEd LOAd 0 6 How TO WEiqH YOUR LOAdEd MOTOR HOME WirH A TRAiLER OR OTHER TOWEd LOAd 0 8 LOAdiNq Tips O 10 TiR...

Page 12: ...W VidEO MONiTOR 0 20 Body UNdERCOATiNG 0 20 FUEl ANd FuEl SYSTEMS O 21 FUEl TypES ANd VAPOR Lock 0 21 ENGiNE FAN 0 22 EX AUST SYSTEM HEAT 0 22 ENGiNE TEMPERATURE GAUGES 0 2 CARboN MONOxidE SAfETY PRECAUTioNS 0 2 CARboN MONOxidE DETECTOR 0 24 EMERGENCY TowiNG 0 25 04 liviNG WiT YOUR MOTOR HOME 04 1 HydRAulic LEVEliNG SYSTEM 04 1 POWER ENTRY STEP 04 1 ENTRY DOORS ANd SCREENS 04 2 WiNdows 04 2 EMERqE...

Page 13: ... 9 VENTilATioN ANd CONTROlliNq CONdENSATioN 04 0 FiRE SAfETY 04 11 FiRE SAfETY PRECAUTiONS 04 11 SMokE DETECTOR 04 12 05 PlUMbiNqSYSTEMS 05 1 FRES WATER SYSTEM O 1 EXTERNAl FRESH WATER Hookup O 1 FiIIiNq THE ON BoARd WATER TANk 0 2 DRAiNiNq THE FRESH WATER TANk O WATER PUMP 0 4 WATER FiIrER 0 4 Low POiNT DRAiNS O TRoublESHOOTiNq THE FRESH WATER SysTEM O LEAks O SANiriziNq THE FRESH WATER SYSTEM 0 ...

Page 14: ...CEMENT BATTEIlY 06 5 AuxiliAIlY STAIlT SYSTEM 06 5 120 Yoh SYSTEM 06 6 POWEll CONVEIlTEIl 06 6 GllouNd FAulT Cillcuir INTElllluPTEIl GFCI 06 7 GENEIlATOIl 06 8 GENEIlATOIl FUEl SuppIY 06 8 GENEIlATOIl OpEIlATiONS 06 8 GENEIlATOIl OpEIlATiNq SAfETY PIlECAUTioNS 06 9 ElECTRONic CliMATE CONTROl SYSTEM 06 11 ElEcTRicAl WiRiNG DiAGRAMS 06 11 MOTOR HOME FUSES ANd CiRCUir BREAkERS 06 12 07 LP GAS SYSTEM ...

Page 15: ...ST Hood OBA AiR CONdiTioNER S OB DUAL AiR CONdiTiONERs OB 5 ENTERTAiNMENT EQuipMENT OB 6 120 Volr VCR opTioNAl OB 6 120 12 Voir TELEvisioNs opTioNAL bEdROOM OB 6 VidEo SWiTChER OB 6 TV ANTENNA OB 7 SATElLiTE Dish ANTENNA opTioNAL OB 7 TV ANd RAdio INTERfERENCE OB B MiscElLANEOUS AppLiANCES OB 9 09 MAi NTENANCE 09 1 EXTERioR 09 1 STAiNS 09 2 WiNdows DOORS VENTS ANd Locks 09 RubbER Roof SYSTEM 09 CI...

Page 16: ...ARpETiNq 09 8 Wood FioOR 09 8 ENqiNE ACCESS 09 9 EXTERioR SEAlANTS 09 1 0 GENERATOR FilTERS 09 1 0 TAG AxlE SySTEM 09 10 LAMps ANd Bulbs 09 II MAiNTENANCE CIiECklisT 09 I I TRAilER HiTCIi CONNECTOR WiRiNG 09 12 MAiNTENANCE CIiART 09 I 10 STORAGE 10 1 STORAGE CIiECklisTS I 0 1 SIiORT TERM STORAGE LESS TIiAN 60 dAYS 10 1 LONG TERM STORAGE OVER 60 dAYs IO WiNTERiZATiON 10 5 WATER SYSTEM WiNTERiziNq I...

Page 17: ...is by reading all instructional material furnished with the motor home in the Owner s Information Package and Chassis Operator s Manual This information outlines important areas of maintenance and provides a maintenance schedule for you to follow for safe trouble free service from your motor home Study these instructions carefully before you operate the motor home for the first time A good work in...

Page 18: ... rights and obligations as well as the rights and obligations of the dealer and manufacturer Please read this section careful ly You will be better informed in case you have a warranty related problem and your dealer will be better able to get you on the road again If you have any questions about the warranty or what it does or does not cover please contact your dealer 0 2 til NOTE This product is...

Page 19: ...he chassis and all motor home components as specified in the predelivery checklists sup plied by the motor home and chassis manufacturers You should receive a copy of these completed checklists from your dealer when your motor home is delivered to you As a part of the predelivery inspection procedure the dealer is responsible for road testing the motor home noting and correcting any steering probl...

Page 20: ...locations are listed in this manu al Please contact the one nearest you 3 If the combined efforts of your dealer and the factory repre sentative still haven t helped you please send a letter describing the circumstances to Fleetwood Enterprises Inc Motor Home Division Service PO Box 7638 Riverside CA 92513 7638 Please include the brand name and serial number of your motor home The serial number is...

Page 21: ...the appliance Chassis component engine transmission axles etc identification numbers will be located in the manuals included with your motor home If you need service or warranty information the following phone numbers may be helpful Refrigerator Dometic 800 544 4881 Range Magic Chef 800 332 4432 Water Heater Atwood 800 847 7160 Air Conditioner RVP 800 227 5693 Furnace HydroFlame 800 825 4328 Gener...

Page 22: ...hington DC 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline The Owner s Information Package contains important docu ments about your motor home and its equipment and sys tems This Owner s Manual is in the package There are booklets instructional material and warranty registration materials in the package that will help you safely operate maintain and troubles...

Page 23: ... INCOMPLETE VEHICLE MFG BY VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER DATE OF INC VEH MFR GVWR KGS LBS BARCODE GAWR FRONT KGS LBS WITH RIMS This tag is located on the left top of the instrument pane TIRES AT KPA COLO SINGLE PSI GAWR INTERMEDIATE KGS LBS WITH RIMS TIRES AT KPA COLD DUAL PSI GAWR REAR KGS LBS WITH RIMS TIRES AT KPA COLO SINGLE PSI GAWR COMBINED INTERMEDIATE AND REAR KGS LBS This vehicle conforms...

Page 24: ...alignment periodically Excessive or abnormal tire wear may indicate worn or mis aligned suspension or steering components unbalanced tire or some other tire suspension problem Alignment can be affected by worn steering suspension 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 veh...

Page 25: ...DRIYER S CONTROLS This page intentionally blank SOUTHWiNd 02 1 ...

Page 26: ...DRillER S CONTROls ChElIROIET ChAssis SOUTilwilvd i_ __ in ...

Page 27: ... cooled air comes out of the adjustable dash mounted outlets B L Bi leveL Air comes out of both the dash and floor outlets FLOOR Air comes out of the floor outlets with some air directed to the windshield to prevent fogging DEF Air comes out of the windshield outlets to defrost the windshield Set the fan switch to HI and the tempera ture lever to the far right for maximum defrosting Air Conditioni...

Page 28: ...DRivER S CONTROls FORd ChAssis J l SOUTHwiNd l _ ...

Page 29: ...ooled air comes out of the adjustable dash mounted outlets BIL Bi Ievel Air comes out of both the dash and floor outlets FLOOR Air comes out of the floor outlets with some air directed to the windshield to prevent fogging DEF Air comes out of the windshield outlets to defrost the windshield Set the fan switch to HI and the tempera ture lever to the far right for maximum defrosting Air Conditioning...

Page 30: ...This page intentionally blank ...

Page 31: ...e GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating means the maximum permissible weight of this motor home The GVWR is equal to or greater than the sum of the Unloaded Vehicle Weight plus the Net Carrying Capacity GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating means the maximum weight a specific axle is designed to carry Motor homes equipped with tag axles are limit ed to the maximum weight listed for the combination of the inter...

Page 32: ...le Weight means the weight of this motor home as built at the fac tory with full fuel engine oil and coolants The UVW does not include cargo fresh water LP gas occupants or dealer installed accessories NCC Net Carrying Capacity means the maximum weight of all occupants including the driver personal belongings food fresh water LP gas tools tongue weight of towed vehicle dealer installed accessories...

Page 33: ... on the hitch ball by the towed vehicle coupler UVW Unloaded Vehicle Weight means the weight of this motor home as built at the factory with full fuel engine oil and coolants The UVW does not include cargo fresh water LP gas occupants or dealer installed accessories NCC Net Carrying Capacity means the maximum weight of all occupants including the driver personal belongings food fresh water LP gas ...

Page 34: ...g Heavier tongue weights can damage your motor home frame and body cause unstable driving and handling characteristics and will restrict your coverage under the Ownercare Warranty Consult the Chassis Operator s Manual state and local codes for the maximum unbraked vehicle weight If your towed vehicle exceeds the listed weight then the towed vehicle will need its own operational brakes TOWING A VEH...

Page 35: ...assengers the motor home will be overloaded The number of passengers and place ment of cargo will affect the amount of water and cargo that you can carry See Loading Tips In addition to knowing the overall weight that can be safely loaded in or attached to the motor home you must know how to distribute the weight so that correct amounts of weight are placed on the axles When the load is properly d...

Page 36: ...limits When you arrive at a weigh station the attendant will guide you through the cor rect positioning of the motor home on the scales 1 Center the front wheels on the scale platform and take a reading This is the front Gross Axle Weight Reading 1 2 Center the entire motor home all axles on the scale and take a reading This is the Gross Vehicle Weight Reading 2 How TO WEIGH YOUR LOADED MOTOR HOME...

Page 37: ...the rear Gross Axle Weight Reading 3 r_ 4 Compare the readings taken on the scales to the weight ratings on the Federal certification tag and wardrobe door tag Fill in the chart to aid in comparing weights If any readings are higher than the rating you will have to adjust or remove the load SOUTHWiNd ...

Page 38: ...Weight Reading 1 o MOTOR HOME READINGS from tags GVWR MOTOR HOME Front GAWR FRONT AXLE RearGAWR REAR AXLE S Hitch Rating TOWED VEHICLE GCWR COMBINED VEHICLES How TO WEIGH YOUR LOADED MOTOR HOME WITH A TRAILER OR OTHER TOWED LOAD SCALE READINGS Reading 2 Reading 1 Reading 2 1 Reading 3 Add 2 3 SOUTHWiNd t i n ...

Page 39: ...is the rear Gross Axle Weight 5 Add Reading 2 and 3 for Gross Combined Weight GCW 6 Compare the readings taken on the scales to the weight rat ings on the Federal certification tag and wardrobe door tag Fill in the chart to aid in comparing weights If any readings are higher than the rating you will have to adjust or remove the load If you exceed weight ratings you will Cause damage to the motor h...

Page 40: ...dedfor travel use or to balance the load and whenever possi ble empty the holding tanks before traveling Make a loading diagram ofyour properly loaded motor home This diagram and your loading log will help you locate where specific items are stored and will help speed the loading process Store emergency items in a readily accessible location Include a fire extinguisher tools first aid kit rain gea...

Page 41: ...uipment All tires of the same size and rating may not have the same weight carrying capacity Consult your tire dealer The original equipment tires supplied on your motor home have weight carrying capacities to support Gross Axle Weight Ratings GAWR as stated on the Federal certifica tion tag located on the sidewall near the driver s seat SOUTHWiNd TIRES TiRE INFLATION WARNING For safety and maximu...

Page 42: ... ground level To remove the tire and wheel assembly 1 Remove the safety bar located under the spare tire 2 Insert the crank handle into the crank receptacle located in the right side storage compartment behind a removable plastic plug the crank handle is also located in this com partment 3 Turn the crank to the left to lower the tire Continue turning the crank handle until the cable is slack enoug...

Page 43: ...e securely through the wheel center hole Be sure the cable is centered in the wheel center hole 2 Turn the crank handle to the right to raise the tire up to the motor home floor Be sure the tire is snug against the floor 3 Remove and store the crank handle 4 Replace the safety bar under the spare tire Spare Tire Center SOUTHwiNd ...

Page 44: ...s ride with the seatback in the fully upright position When the seatback is not fully upright there is a greater risk that the child will slide under the safety belt and be seriously injured in a collision Never use a single belt for more than one person or across more than one seating position This greatly increases the risk that one or both of the people will be injured in a colli sion Each desi...

Page 45: ...nician to determine if replacement is necessary Always have your safety belt system checked after a collision In most states you are required by law to use safety restraints for children If small children less than four years old and under 40 pounds ride in your vehicle you must put them in safety seats that are made specially for children Safetybelts alone do not provide maximum protection for th...

Page 46: ...he manufacturer s instruc tions that come with the safety seat that you put in your vehicle Make sure that the shoulder belt if provided at the seating position where the safety seat is being used does not cross or rest in front of the child s face of neck If you do not install and use the safety seat prop erly the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision SAFETY BELTS FOR CHILDREN WARNIN...

Page 47: ...our motor home You must monitor them constantly while you are driving Become familiar with the operation of the side mirrors and learn to use them to view objects and the road beside and behind the motor home The rear view mirrors are controlled from a panel located on the driver s left side instrument panel To adjust the mirrors select either LEFT or RIGHT mirror and press the appropri ate arrow ...

Page 48: ... tioner 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 drive or park Avoid low overhangs when pulling in for service Always check overhead clearances of overpasses and bridges This may be particularly important ifyou drive with the overhead vents open or ifthe motor home is equipped w...

Page 49: ...p preselection of a lower gear prior to the grade may be desirable Gear preselection means the selection of a lower gear to match the driving conditions you encounter or expect to encounter Preselection will give you better control on slick or icy roads and on downgrades Downshifting to lower gears increases engine braking The selection of a lower gear often prevents cycling between a gear and the...

Page 50: ... When necessary clean the camera lens and monitor screen with a quality glass cleaner and nonabrasive cloth or towel In keeping with good engineering practice and to meet the requirements of chassis manufacturers certain chassis and underbody components of your motor home have been coat ed with an undercoating material This material is intended to assist in protecting these components from corrosi...

Page 51: ...f pressure replace lost or dam aged fuel fill caps with caps of the same design which are available from your Fleetwood motor home dealer Clean up fuel spills immediately Raw fuel spilled on the motor home could damage the exterior finish and is a seri 0us fire hazard Your motor home s automotive fuel and emissions systems are sophisticated and highly engineered to meet Federal and State emissions...

Page 52: ... under load or requires maximum cooling the engine fan turns faster The fan may become noisy at high speed and when maximum cooling is required High speed fan noise can sometimes be misinterpreted as transmis sion slippage This is not the case This fan noise indicates that the fan is doing what it is supposed to do This noise is not a defect in the fan or the transmission Your motor home engine ha...

Page 53: ...E IS DEADLY Please read arid understand the following precautions to protect yourself and others from the effects of carbon monoxide poisoning Beware of the symptoms of exhaust gas carbon monoxide poisoning Dizziness Vomiting Nausea Muscular twitching Intense headache Throbbing in temples Weakness and sleepiness Inability to think clearly SOUTHWiNd ENCINE TEMPERATURE GAUCES CARBON MONOXIDE SAFETY ...

Page 54: ...centrations where other vehicles as well as your motor home are contributing to the carbon monoxide level in the surrounding air Sounding of the alarm does not indicate a faulty alarm The detector is doing its job of warning you of potentially high concentrations of carbon monoxide Test the CO detector after the motor home has been in stor age before each trip and at least once a week during use P...

Page 55: ... Secure any loose or protruding body parts of the dis abled vehicle 2 Secure any heavy loose items in the Interior 3 Turn off LP gas appliances and the LP gas tank valve 4 Do not allow any person to ride in the towed vehicle SOUTHWiNd ON ThE ROAd EMERGENCY TOWING CAUTION Do not allow your motor home to be towed without having the tow truck operator read this section and related sections of the Cha...

Page 56: ...This page intentionally blank ...

Page 57: ...on switch OFF and open the door The step will extend and lock in the OUT position The switches operate the step according to the following table Ignition Switch Position OFF OFF ON ON SourHwiNd Step Switch Position ON OFF ON OFF Step Positionl Action Step extends and retracts as the door opens and closes Step is inactive It will not move regardless of door movement Step extends and retracts with o...

Page 58: ...ing window may permit water inside This water must be trapped and drained to the outside On your ventilating windows water is trapped by the frame During a heavy downpour water may be seen in the lower portion of the frame The sloping sill and weep slots allow the water to drain to the outside These weep slots must be kept open If water collects in the bottom channel and overflows check the weep s...

Page 59: ...that can be adjusted to suit dri ving conditions Swivel tension may be adjusted with a screwdriver at the tension adjusting screw To raise blinds 01 shades Release bottom of blind from retainer Pull straight down on cord and release at desired height It is not necessary to pull the cord to one side or the other to secure blind To lower Pull straight down on the cord slightly and move it about 45 d...

Page 60: ...follow the loading and weighing instructions in that sec tion When storing equipment and supplies Always keep tools and equipment stored in areas where they will not shift while traveling Whenever possible place heavy articles in storage compart ments which are low and in the best location for bl3tter weight distribution Pack articles carefully in the storage compart ments to minimize shifting If ...

Page 61: ...the On The Road chapter The slide out room is designed to provide additional living space for site set up There are two types of slide outs available as standard or optional equipment on your motor home A detailed operat ing and maintenance guide is included in your Owner s Information Package Read all instructions for these systems carefully before operating the slide outs The materials used insi...

Page 62: ...k of the sofa back and down 3 Push the seat belts through the space between the sofa back and seat 4 Remove removable armrests To restore the sofaJIounge 1 Pull the seat belts back up through the space 2 Lift the front edge of the sofa frame up and push it back 3 The sofa back will come up 4 Push the sofa into position 5 Replace removable armrests The dividers allow you to separate areas in the mo...

Page 63: ... vents may also be equipped with a 12 volt fan A switch controls fan operation Be sure to turn the fan OFF before closing the vent Close the vents or lower them before traveling to avoid dam age from wind and low overhead clearances The vent may be cleaned from the top of the motor home Use soapy water on the vent cover The screens may be vacu umed or lightly brushed to remove accumulation of leav...

Page 64: ...s approximately 1 2 full for example lights E 1 4 and 1 2 will be on Erroneous tank level indications can be caused by a Water with low mineral content The level is measured by a very low level electrical signal traveling through the liquid Some water may not conduct the signal properly This con dition may be infrequent but can exist Check the panel reading when the fresh water tank is filled b Ma...

Page 65: ...may be encountered The relatively small volume and tight com pact construction of modern recreational vehicles mean that normal living activities of even a few occupants will lead to rapid saturation of the air and the appearance of visible moisture especially in cold weather Just as moisture collects on the outside of a glass of cold water during humid weather moisture can condense on the inside ...

Page 66: ... flow will warm the exterior wall surface reducing or eliminating condensation and preventing possible ice formation Install a dehumidifier appliance During prolonged continuous use a dehumidifying appliance may be more comfortable and effective in removing excess moisture from the interior air While use of a dehumidifier is not a cure all and ventilation storm windows and moisture reduction conti...

Page 67: ...hey must be maintained as outlined in any maintenance instruc tions provided with the device so they are ready to operate properly and safely Parts or internal chemicals may deterio rate in time and need replacement Always follow mainte nance and recharging instructions provided by the fire extin guisher manufacturer Explosive fuel clouds may be present at fuel filling stations Before refueling ei...

Page 68: ...ry powered smoke detector is mounted on the ceiling in the living cooking area of your motor home Please read the smoke detector operating instructions for details on test ing and caring for this important safety device Test the smoke detector after the motor home has been in storage before each trip and at least once a week during use The smoke detector should never be disabled due to nuisance or...

Page 69: ...e Potable water hoses are available at RV supply stores 2 Run the city water supply for a few seconds to clear the line Turn off the water 3 Attach the other end of the potable water hose to city water connection located inside the motor home utility compart ment Make sure all connections are tight 4 Turn on the RV park city water supply Open all faucets inside the motor home to clear the lines Th...

Page 70: ...k is full After filling turn the bypass valve to Normal 2 Gravity fill The external gravity water fill is located on the exterior of the motor home The on board water tank can be filled here To fill the fresh water tank remove the cap remove the vent plug and fill the tank using a potable water hose Check the monitor panel often to determine if the tank is full If water is flowing from the top ven...

Page 71: ...ible drain the fresh water tank before traveling Water in the tank will reduce the carrying capacity of the motor home See Motor Home Loading sec tion of the On The Road chapter The main water tank quick drain valve is located on the end of the water tank MAIN WATER TANK ORAINVALVE SOUTHwiNd PlUMbiNq SYSTEMS DRAINING THE FRESH WATER TANK ...

Page 72: ...not cause for concern The water flow will become steady when all air is bled from the water lines Dirt mineral scale and organic matter are filtered out of the fresh water system by an in line water filter on the inlet side of the water pump If you suspect a clogged filter it is easily removed and cleaned Inspect the filter after running the first full tank of water Clean and inspect monthly there...

Page 73: ...ound threaded fittings If neces sary tighten or clean and tighten the fittings Do not over tighten fittings Connections at galley and lavy fixtures should not be tightened with a wrench They will normally seal with hand tightening If a leak persists at one of the fit tings disconnect it completely and check for mineral deposits or other foreign matter at the seating surfaces Clean the surfaces tho...

Page 74: ...e you have 12 volt DC power Open all faucets individually until water flows steadily then turn them off This will purge any air from the lines 4 Top off water tank with fresh water and wait three hours 5 Drain the entire system by opening all fresh water tank valves faucets and plumbing line drain valves 6 Flush the system with drinking quality water Let the fresh water flow through the system for...

Page 75: ...bing drain and vent lines a grey water holding tank and a black water holding tank Generally water from the sinks and shower drains into the grey water tank the toilet drains into the black water tank The holding tanks make the system completely self con tained and allow you to dispose of waste water at your con venience A flexible sewer hose is required to connect the holding tank outlet to the i...

Page 76: ...tation Whenever possible drain the holding tanks before traveling Waste water and sewage in the holding tanks reduce the car rying capacity of the motor home See the Motor Home Loading chapter Drain the holding tanks only when they are at least Y full If necessary fill the tanks with water to Yi full This provides sufficient water to allow complete flushing of waste material into the sewer line Du...

Page 77: ... 4 Allow enough time for the tank to drain completely Rinse and flush the tank through the toilet 5 When the tank is empty push the T handle in to close the valve 6 Run enough water into the tank to cover the bottom This will aid the break up of solid wastes 7 To drain the grey water tank repeat the steps above using the small knife valve This tank is drained last to aid in flushing the outlets an...

Page 78: ...ic tank or RV sanitation systems Keep both knife valves closed and locked and the drain cap tightly in place when using the system on the road Use only cleaners that are approved for use in septic tank or RV sanitation systems Use a special holding tank deodorant chemical approved for septic tank systems in the black water holding tank These chemicals aid the breakdown of solid wastes and make the...

Page 79: ...ertighten when reassembling Do not use harsh household drain cleaners Do not use motorized drain augers Sometimes the holding tank valve will get clogged In this case a hand operated auger may be necessary Be ready to close the valve quickly once the clog is cleared If the seal gets damaged it is easily replaced Utility Compartment SourhwiNd PIUMbiNq SYSTEMS 07 11 1 ...

Page 80: ...This page intentionally blank l ___ 1 J ...

Page 81: ...em ignition system instrument panel and controls the headlights taillights turn signals other vehicle lights and accessories Fuses will interrupt the flow of electricity if a circuit is over loaded The 12 volt chassis fuse panel is located under the driver s side instrument panel Additional fuses may be locat ed under the hood or in 12 volt power leads on the related equipment and accessories Exte...

Page 82: ...lt DC power to the house living area Some accessories or equipment such as clocks radios or the refrigerator may draw small amounts of current even when turned OFF A relay operated disconnect system allows you to disconnect either the chassis battery or the coach battery or both Disconnecting the batteries will help reduce the like lihood of battery discharge over long storage periods I NOTE Power...

Page 83: ...n the bare metal inside the cable termi nals to prevent corrosion Grease is an insulator Electricity will not flow through it A plastic ignition spray will protect the terminals after you have cleaned and reinstalled them 6 Check the battery including water level at least once a week Keep the carrier and hold down hardware clean and free of corrosion and chemical accumulation SOUTHWiNd ELECTRicAL ...

Page 84: ...mmon cause of electrical arcs which can cause explosion Check and adjust the electrolyte level before charging Fill each cell to the indicator with distilled water Always remove all vent caps before charging the battery Do not charge the battery at a rate that causes the electrolyte to spew out 06 4 BATTERY CHARGING WARNING Remove rings metal watchbands and other metal jewelry before working aroun...

Page 85: ... with the same physical and electrical characteristics as the original equipment Your dealer or an authorized Fleetwood Service Center can advise you on proper battery selection You can use the Auxiliary Start System to start the motor home engine with the coach battery if the chassis battery is discharged The Auxiliary Start System has no effect on the vehicle except to aid in starting the motor ...

Page 86: ...the power cord to external service push the plug straight into the receptacle The converter will automatically supply 12 volt DC power when your motor home is operating on 120 volt from the generator or a public utility It will also charge the coach battery 120 VOLT SYSTEM WARNING Do not operate the 120 volt electrical system without a proper ground Electrocution or severe electrical shock could r...

Page 87: ...when the test button is pushed a loss of ground fault protection is indicated Do not use any electrical outlets Have the motor home electri cal system Checked at an authorized Fleetwood Service Center or by a qualified electrician Do not use the system until the problem has been corrected 4 To restore power push the RESET button Your Owner s Information Package contains a card that can be used to ...

Page 88: ...To stop the unit hold the switch in the STOP position until the engine stops completely If you release the switch too soon the engine will continue to run If the generator is slow to start DO NOT hold the switch in the START position for more than 10 seconds Release the switch wait 15 seconds then try to start again This will help avoid overheating and damage to the generator starting sys tem 06 8...

Page 89: ...s carbon monoxide poisoning symp toms Refer to the section on Carbon Monoxide Safety PrecElutions in the On The Road chapter Check the generator exhaust system after every eight hours of operation and whenever the system may have been damaged and repair any leaks or obstructions before further operation Disconnect the battery before performing any maintenance on the generator Allow the generator t...

Page 90: ... tor installation or exhaust system in any way WARNING Exhaust gases are dead ly Inspect the generator exhaust system thor oughly before starting the generator engine Do not block the tail pipe or situ ate the motor home in a place where the exhaust gases have any possibili ty of accumulating either outside underneath or inside your vehicle or any nearby vehicles Outside air movements can carry ex...

Page 91: ...n them to normal oper ation The system is designed to operate from 120 volt 30 amp AC service ONLY Connection of the motor home to any other power source will cause improper operation of the system If only 20 amp service is available current load management must be done manually by the owner and only one air condi tioner can be operated at anyone time Because of the many model floor plans and opti...

Page 92: ...light and some other automotive circuitry 3 12 volt Chassis Fuses This electricaLpanel is located under the driver s side instrument panel GENERATOR REMOTE START AND HOUR METER _ r _ J 1 1 1 00 EC PTS 00 GENERAL PURPOSE 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 MICROWAVE WA5HER INIELUTEC CQNTROl UNIT 120 VOLT CIRCUIT MOTOR HOME FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS WATERPUIdP WARNING Do not install 12 volt fuses or 120 ...

Page 93: ...nk is mounted on the motor home chas sis The gas is stored in the tank as a liquid under pressure A pressure regulator controls the flow of the gas to your appli ances A typical LP gas tank installation is illustrated below Although specific details of the system may differ in your motor home the major components and their relationships will be similar to those shown 1 LP Gas tank 2 Sight gauge 3 ...

Page 94: ...t off the gas supply at the tank valve s or gas supply connection Open the door and leave the area until the odor clears Have the gas system checked by a professional and the cause of the leak corrected before using the motor home again 2 Inspect the entire LP gas system for leaks or damaged parts before each trip and before filling tank See section on LP Gas System Leak checks 3 Never check for l...

Page 95: ... nents are compatible 8 Turn off LP gas main valve before filling LP gas tank or entering an LP gas bulk plant or motor fuel service station Turn off all pilot lights and appliances individually before refueling of motor fuel tanks and or LP gas containers When not individually turned off automatic ignition appliances may continue to spark when LP gas is turned off at the container 9 Do not fill L...

Page 96: ...ts Although they are designed for efficient and trouble free use they can be damaged by sunlight and impu rities in the air The average life of LP hoses is two to three years Check the hoses for signs of deterioration every time you have the gas tank filled or serviced When you replace hoses be sure that replacements are properly rated and approved for RV use The regulator is the heart of the LP g...

Page 97: ... Ask your LP gas suppli er or your motor home dealer for information on LP gas blends available in your area and the areas in which you will be traveling The availability of gas is reduced at lower temperatures Keep your LP tank as full as possible during cold weather Check the BTU hr rating plates on your LP gas appliances This information will help you manage your LP gas use The chart below show...

Page 98: ...eicer into the tank 2 Be sure the tank is not overfilled This is also a safety con sideration 3 Have the gas tank purged by the LP gas service station if freeze up occurs 4 Be sure you have the proper gas blend for your traveling area If you have the proper gas blend it is very unlikely that the gas is at fault If despite precaution you do experi ence freeze up ask your LP gas supplier to service ...

Page 99: ...ic or onions If you cannot detect this odor you must take extra care in checking for leaks as well as whenever you use LP gas appliances To perform a leak check 1 Swab a mixture of an approved leak detection solution over each fitting joint and connection in the system 2 Open the tank valve 3 Inspect each joint 4 If even the smallest bubbles appear at any jOint it is leaking and must be corrected ...

Page 100: ...he galley area The leak detector will sound a loud alarm if low levels of potentially dangerous LP gas are in the air The leak detector will also disconnect the gas supply at the LP tank when it senses LP or similar gases such as hair spray or cleaning solvent The detector unit is powered by the 12 volt DC system in your motor home A power switch is located on the panel A green light on the detect...

Page 101: ...ating information for the LP gas appliances in your Owner s Information Package Please read and follow these instructions Air trapped in the gas lines may delay the first lighting of any appliance It could take several seconds or minutes for the gas to reach the appliance To purge some of the air from the gas system first light a burner on the range The other appliances will then light more quickl...

Page 102: ...This page intentionally blank 1 ...

Page 103: ...n the outside of the motor home Turn on the hot water faucet at the galley sink If water flows continuously the heater is full Sourhwitvd ApPLIANCES II NOTE The individual appliance manuals included in your Owner s Information Package contain detailed operating and mainte nance instructions Always refer to the respective manual for the appliance in question WARNING The water heater and fur nace co...

Page 104: ...ke sure it is level If it is not level the refrigerant will not circulate cooling action will stop and the refrigeration system may be damaged The refrigerator uses the absorption principle of operation If you plan to cool food or drinks in high outside temperatures precool the food and park the motor home with the refriger ator vent doof in the shade Once the interior of the refrigera tor is cool...

Page 105: ...re completely burned off These materials should burn off after the first 15 to 20 minutes of appliance opera tion Always follow the appliance manufacturer s lighting and operating instructions If the furnace does not keep you comfortably warm NEVER use the range oven or a catalytic heater for supplementary heat even with a vent or window open Combustion air for the furnace comes from outside the R...

Page 106: ...u use the range oven for cooking or baking always open a vent or window to provide ventilation Never operate the range or oven when you are sleeping or if your alertness is impaired in any way The exhaust hood allows vapors and cooking odors to escape and provides a vent for the galley area Switches for the fan and light are located on the front of the microwave The hood has two grease filter scre...

Page 107: ...r manufacturer s instructions for detailed operating and preventive maintenance requirements Remember that air conditioners use a large portion of your available electric power See the Electrical System chapter for operating details on the Fleetwood Climate Control System SOUTHWiNd AppliANCES AIR CONDITIONER S v 1 NOTE Your motor home is equipped with a ceifing ducted air conditioning system Each ...

Page 108: ... 12 volt power can drain the batteries The front TV operates on 120 volt only The TV can also operate on 120 volt power from the genera tor public utility Remove the 12 volt cord from the rear of the TV and install the 120 volt cord Both 120 and 12 volt cords cannot be used at the same time To use the TV on 120 volt power the cords must be exchanged The video switcher located near the VCR allows r...

Page 109: ...d satellite dish antenna is designed for reception of digital satellite television signals Before traveling remember to lower the antenna and secure it to prevent damage to the antenna motor home roof or objects in the path of the antenna such as overhead wires Do not travel with the antenna raised SOUfHWiNd AppliANCES TV ANTENNA 1 1 NOTE The antenna booster power supply must be turned off to prev...

Page 110: ...es from broadcast facilities is proba bly the result of satellite microwave or other cable distribu tion systems The antenna on your RV is no competition for these very expensive installations In addition TV and radio frequency interference results from the electromagnetic fields produced by electric arc discharge This arcing is found in lightning vehicle ignition systems and in 12 volt DC brush t...

Page 111: ...your signal in a very unexpected direction With FM stereo signals switch the unit to MONO if possible Some of the phase and noise components of a stereo signal will disappear in MONO mode Reduce the treble setting to reduce background noise Although not yielding the best high frequency performance at least you may be able to reduce the irritation of the distortion and noise You may have additional...

Page 112: ...This page intentionally blank ...

Page 113: ...perator with a general overview of service and maintenance informa tion for the motor home Detailed service and maintenance information may be found in the owner s operator s manuals contained in the Owner s Information Package While the information in this section is intended to establish proper maintenance and inspection procedures there may be times when detailed diagnostic and repair procedure...

Page 114: ...als with acids bases or ammonia 3 Wax the exterior at least once a year twice if possible with a wax formulated for fiberglass When waxing always read and follow the instructions and precautions on the container Some cleaners and waxes are recommended for use on only certain types of surfaces 4 In some cases a light rubbing compound may be required Always follow rubbing compound with a high qualit...

Page 115: ...h powdered graphite If the motor home is located at a beach or is exposed to salt air more fre quent lubrication may be required For normal cleaning standard household detergents or cleansers may be used Use a nonabrasive common house hold detergent and plenty of water Be sure to keep the side walls wet to reduce streaking Road tar tree sap or other stubborn stains can be removed with a soft rag a...

Page 116: ...e developed to remain waterproof under sus tained effects of weather and vibration However even the finest materials will eventually dry out and lose their effec tiveness under the constant heat of the sun and attack by otherelements This section outlines the procedures you must follow to maintain the weatherproof integrity of your motor home Yourdealer can perform the resealing inspection and wor...

Page 117: ...ny cracked or peeled sealant or any voids in the sealant 2 Clean all areas to be resealed with mineral spirits and clean rags 3 Make sure that all areas to be resealed are absolutely dry before new sealant is applied SourliwiNd MAiNTENANCE DOOR WINDO ROOF COMPONENT AND MOLDING RESEALING v l NOTE Do not seal the bottom flanges of windows and doors Special gaps in the sealant have been intentionally...

Page 118: ...surface with a damp cloth to remove water marks For stains wipe with soapy water or ammonia based cleaners Remove stubborn stains on the matte satin finish with an abrasive cleanser For cleaning laminate surfaces uses mild dishwashing liquid with warm water Use a soft cloth for both washing and drying Do not use abrasive cleaners steel wool or gritty cleaners or damage will occur to the surface IN...

Page 119: ...rials are about the same thickness as sheetmetal screws do not hold well and may pull through the material For this type of material rivets are an ideal fas tener If you want to attach items to the interior walls YOU MUST USE RIVETS A supply of these rivets is included in your motor home The rivets can be installed with a hand operated riveting tool such as the Arrow E Z Pull Model RH200 This and ...

Page 120: ... periodic waxing Vacuum carpeting regularly and clean it with a quality car pet cleaner Do not use water or waxes mixed with water on the wood floor Floors are natural resting places for dust dirt grit and food spills Dirt underfoot causes abrasions Therefore keep the floor clean and use exterior walk off mats at the entry door and Immediately blot up spills or spots with adamp cloth Periodically ...

Page 121: ...Use the engine cover prop to hold the cover open MAiNTENANCE ENGINE ACCESS WARNING When installing the engine cover be sure the cover is fully seated on the gasket seal and secured by the clamps Do not allow insulation carpeting or other mater ial to interrupt the seal between the cover and the engine compartment If the engine cover is not installed correctly engine exhaust gases could leak into t...

Page 122: ...h MS 102 Motor Home White Oil Filter 185 2123 Onan Fuel Pump Filter 149 1445 Onan Element Fuel Filter 149 2106 Onan Detailed service and maintenance information for the Tag Axle System and its components can be found in the Operation Maintenance and Service Manual included in the Owner s Information Package 09 10 EXTERIOR SEALANTS GENERATOR FILTERS TAG AXLE SYSTEM SOUTHWiNd 1 ...

Page 123: ...12 volt Stop turn taillights GE 1157 12 volt Center stop light GE G7DP 12 volt License plate light GE 5312 12 volt For your convenience a maintenance checklist is included in this manual Options and accessories usually have their own owner user manuals that often contain added maintenance instructions Consult these manuals as required SOUTHWiNd MAiNTENANCE LAMPS AND BULBS CAUTION Before relamping ...

Page 124: ...r View is looking into the connector onthe motor home 1 2 3 4 Terminal Wire Circuit No Color Connection 1 Yellow Lt Turn Stop 2 Green Rt Turn Stop 3 White Ground 4 Brown License Tail Clearance Lights 09 12 TRAILER HITCH CONNECTOR WIRINC SOUThwiNd ...

Page 125: ...tacles Service appliances and equipment refrigerator roof air conditioner furnace generator Inspect generator exhaust system Inspect LPG system including leak check Sanitize fresh water tank Clean drapes and interior fabrics Check exterior lamp operation Chassis service Fire extinguisher inspection Smoke detector operation LPG leak detector operation Re torque U bolts Mor Ryde equipped only SOUTHW...

Page 126: ...This page intentionally blank ...

Page 127: ... home including carpets counter tops lavy tub and shower and galley D Inflate tires to maximum rated cold pressure D Park the motor home as level as possible front to rear and side to side Block wheels front and rear and leave the parking brake OFF D Check the charge in the battery Recharge as necessary D Remove battery cables Refer to the Chassis Owner s Manual for proper removal and installation...

Page 128: ... the motor home is being stored below freez ing close and cover all vents to prevent entry of snow or small animals and insects o Close and lock all windows Be sure vent fan and range hood fan switches are off o Cover exterior appliance vents water heater furnace range hood refrigerator to prevent insects from get ting in Be sure to remove all covering material before using appliances or vents o C...

Page 129: ...ge and water level every 30 days For batteries with removable vent caps check the specific gravity of the electrolyte periodically with a hydrometer or boost charge every three months If the specific gravity is being checked recharge the battery when it reaches 1 220 The time it takes the battery to reach 1 220 depends on its condition and the temperature The colder the storage area the slower the...

Page 130: ...vailable fuel stabilizers may be added whenever actual or expected storage periods exceed 60 days Follow the additive manufac turer s instructions Operate the vehicle regularlydur illg the storage period to mix and circulate the anti oxi dant agent throughout the fuel system D Refer to the Chassis Operator s Ma ual for proce dures on extended vehicle storage D Check tire inflation pressures every ...

Page 131: ...nt level and antifreeze protection Drain and flush engine cooling system and add antifreeze to protect the system to the lowest expected storage temperature or at least 20 F o Service and winterize the generator if equipped as outlined in the generator operating manual included in your Owner s Information Package 01 Winterize the LP gas system Your LP dealer or service station will perform this fo...

Page 132: ... safety valve o Drain the waste water system by following the normal procedure for draining the holding tanks See Plumbing chapter o Apply silicone lubricant to the knife valve actuator rod s o Be sure ALL water from ALL plumbing fixtures has been drained o Open low point drains See Plumbing chapter o Close holding tank drain valves low point drain valves and fresh water tank drain valve AI CAUTIO...

Page 133: ...llowing antifreeze solution to flow con tinuously and then close each faucet This will require considerably more antifreeze solution and yo l may choose to do this step before winterizing the cold water lines so you can recycle the solution o When filling the plumbing systems with antifreeze be sure to open and operate all fixtures and valves allow ing the antifreeze solution to flow freely o Pour...

Page 134: ...ater line from the outlet side of the water solenoid valve Drain water from the line 5 Cycle the ice maker several times while blowing com pressed air through the water solenoid valve Be sure all water is out of the solenoid NOTE Up to 40 PSIG air pressure can be used to clear the valve 6 Reconnect and tighten the lines on the solenoid valve Leave the water supply turned off until temperatures are...

Page 135: ...urnace water heater and refrigerator openings are clear and free of debris or insect nests webs etc o Open all doors and compartments Check for animal or insect intrusion water damage or other deterioration o Refer to the Chassis Operator s Manual for proce dures on reactivating the vehicle after storage o Check all chassis fluid levels engine oil engine coolant power steering fluid brake fluid tr...

Page 136: ...r conditioner technician o Drain flush and sanitize the fresh water system as out lined in the Plumbing chapter Inspect the drain hose for leaks Replace if necessary repairs are usually not effective o Install a new water filter cartridge if equipped o Operate all faucets and fixtures in the fresh water sys tem Check for leaks at all joints and fittings Repair if necessary o Check 12 volt circuit ...

Page 137: ...tion D Operate 120 voit appliances and air conditioners Be sure to uncover air conditioner shroud s D Inspect the LP gas system and check for leaks as described in the LP Gas System chapter If the LP tank shows signs or rust or corrosion have it inspected by a qualified LPG technician D Operate each LP gas appliance Observe all burner pilot flames for proper color and size In any case have the LP ...

Page 138: ...e thoroughly o Run thorough operational checks of steering brakes engine and transmission Operate vehicle slowly during these checks to allow sufficient circulation of fluids and reseating of components Your motor home should now be ready for a new traveling season If you choose your dealer can double check your preparation and correct any defects or make any necessary adjustments 10 12 SOUTHWiNd ...

Page 139: ...n this Owner s Manual that if not followed could result in damage to the vehicle or com ponents ChAssis OPERAtOR S MANUAI This is the operating and mainte nance manual supplied by the chassis manufacturer It is part of your Owner s Information Package It contains information on operating and maintaining the engine transmission drivetrain and other components of the motor home chassis DC CONVERTER ...

Page 140: ...GAWR is also shown on the Federal certi fication tag posted on the left interior sidewall near the driver s station GCWR GROSS COMbiNEd WEiqhT RATiNq The maximum allowable combined weight of the fully equipped and loaded motor home including passengers all cargo flu ids etc plus the weight of any fully loaded towed load such as a trailer boat or automobile The Gross Combined Weight Rating GCWR is ...

Page 141: ...and shower drains ONLY No toilet wastes go into this tank GTW GROSS TowiNC WEiC hT The maximum allowable loaded weight that this motor home has been designed to tow and brake This cannot be increased by changing the trailer hitch The GTW is listed on the wardrobe door tag GYWR GROSS VEhiclE WEiC hT RATiNC The maximum allow able load that this motor home was designed to carry Modifications to your ...

Page 142: ...e nance instructions for most of the components and appliances in your motor home OWNERCARE CARd The plastic credit card style card that has your name and vehicle ID FIN embossed on it Use this card when you request or need warranty service 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 PARk CAblE The F style vide...

Page 143: ...a the road outside the vehicle is usually on this side UYW UNLOAdEd VEHiclE WEiqHT The calculated weight of the motor home as built at the factory with full fuel engine oil and other engine drivetrain fluids and LP gas The UVW does not include cargo fresh water holding tank contents passengers or accessories installed by the dealer The UVW is listed on the wardrobe door tag YIN YEHiclE IdENTificAT...

Page 144: ... rh IS 1 a j af 1111 i I ...

Page 145: ...This page inlenlionally blank ...

Page 146: ...L90 0005 23 4 98 Southwind Owner s Manual Printed in USA ...

Search results

Summary of Contents for Southwind 1999

Reviews:

Related manuals for Southwind 1999

Brands by name

Popular brands

Fleetwood Southwind 1999, Owner'S Manual

Search results

Summary of Contents for Southwind 1999

Reviews:

Related manuals for Southwind 1999

Brands by name

Popular brands