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Summary of Contents for 2005 Mandalay

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Page 2: ...OWNER S MANUAL 07 2004...

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Page 4: ...COMPLETE THIS REGISTRATION CARD WITH THE SELLING DEALER AND KEEP IT FOR REFERENCE WHEN WARRANTY SERVICE IS REQUIRED...

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Page 6: ...COMPLETE THIS REGISTRATION CARD WITH THE SELLING DEALER AND RETURN WITHIN 10 TEN DAYS OF THE PURCHASE DATE...

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Page 8: ...NCY ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE 1 4 24 HOUR TOLL FREE EMERGENCY MESSAGE SERVICE 1 4 FREE CUSTOMER TRIP ROUTING AND FULL COLOR MAP SERVICE 1 4 TOLL FREE NATIONWIDE SERVICE APPOINTMENT ASSISTANCE 1 5 SERVICE AS...

Page 9: ...WATER SYSTEM 4 5 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 4 6 ROOF VENTS 4 6 ABS PLASTICS 4 6 WINTER PRECAUTIONS 4 7 STORAGE PREPARATIONS 4 8 MOLD 4 9 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHART 4 11 IDENTIFICATION SAFETY 5 1 REPORTING SAFE...

Page 10: ...6 4 COMPUTING YOUR LOAD LOAD DISTRIBUTION 6 6 DRIVING 6 7 HILLS DALES MAKING THE GRADE 6 7 TRAILER TOWING 6 8 TOWING PROCEDURE 6 9 EMERGENCY STOPPING 6 10 FUELING THE MOTORHOME 6 10 CHASSIS FUNCTIONS...

Page 11: ...0 2 GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER 10 2 POWER INVERTER 10 3 BATTERY ISOLATOR CONTROLLER 10 3 BATTERY DISCONNECT SWITCHES 10 4 BATTERY CHARGING 10 4 BATTERY MAINTENANCE 10 5 SOLAR PANEL 10 6 BATTERY...

Page 12: ...LIVING QUARTERS 12 1 CONDENSATION 12 2 OVERHEAD VENTS 12 2 CENTRAL VACUUM 12 2 HYDRAULIC POWER LEVELERS 12 3 AUTOMATIC HYDRAULIC POWER LEVELERS OPTIONAL 12 4 SLIDEOUTS 12 5 WINDOWS 12 8 DOORS DRAWERS...

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Page 14: ...sole obligation of Mandalay under this Limited Warranty Mandalay reserves the right to use new or remanufactured parts of similar quality to complete any work Mandalay makes no warranty as to the fut...

Page 15: ...s of income rental vehicles glass breakage damage from misuse of equipment used for purposes other than intended design damage resulting from tire wear or tire failure defacing scratches dents chips o...

Page 16: ...sm under the review of the California Arbitration Certification Program You must utilize the arbitration program before claiming rights conferred by 15 USC section 2310 Uniform Commercial Code or Civi...

Page 17: ...up with Coach Net the largest RV emergency roadside service provider in the country to give you immediate access to fast dependable service when and where you need it To request service contact Coach...

Page 18: ...chanical service in the event of a breakdown Free jump starts Free tire changes Free fuel delivery Free lock out service SERVICE NUMBERS FOR OWNER S REFERENCE For further details and instructions on h...

Page 19: ...odel Serial Number Generator Model Serial Number Roof Air Conditioner s Model Serial Number Inverter Model Serial Number Misc Misc Misc Misc Misc Mandalay recommends recording this information for fut...

Page 20: ...ITEM SERIAL NUMBER VALUE Mandalay 1 7 OWNER S PERSONAL PROPERTY RECORD...

Page 21: ...COMPANY POLICY AGENT S NAME ADDRESS BUSINESS PHONE EMERGENCY PHONE RENEWAL DATE S NOTES 1 8 Mandalay OWNER S INSURANCE INFORMATION...

Page 22: ...refully Read all component manufacturers owner s manuals and validate any individual warranties by completing and mailing individual warranty cards as required Refer to the chassis owner s manual supp...

Page 23: ...anty be considered abnormal and abusive and COULD REDUCE YOUR WARRANTY COVERAGE Should a problem develop for which you need assistance contact your dealer If the problem is automotive the motorhome sh...

Page 24: ...y equipment such as TV and CB antennae awning etc Windshield wiper blades Generator compartment Fresh and waste water connections drains and supplies such as high pressure hose Liquid Petroleum Gas co...

Page 25: ...ype of flammable materials you store Certain storage areas are clearly labeled DO NOT STORE COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS Examples of spark producing areas depending on RV model are base kitchen cabinets fron...

Page 26: ...r personal needs and taste come into play Also if most of your trips will be made in the summer and your shake down trip is made during some other season there will be some adjustments to take into co...

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Page 28: ...they occur Many repair costs are greatly increased due to the fact a small problem can begin to affect other parts and systems of the motorhome if left unattended If a situation arises involving main...

Page 29: ...ese areas with plastic sealing the edges with tape until proper repairs can be made SEALS AND ADHESIVES It is important to maintain the seals and adhesives of your RV to prevent moisture from entering...

Page 30: ...and kept supple by use of a silicone spray Keep screens and window slides clean and free of debris to maintain proper operation and avoid component road damage Test the operation of all windows occas...

Page 31: ...urer s safety requirements NOTE If your roof should somehow be punctured cover the puncture to seal out moisture and have it repaired as soon as possible check with your dealer TV ANTENNA To lubricate...

Page 32: ...he instructions for the care and use of appliances NOTE Do not place hot pans directly on countertop surfaces Extreme heat can cause scorching and may also deteriorate the bonding agents which secure...

Page 33: ...to have it checked by a qualified electrician ROOF VENTS Check roof vents regularly for debris that may block air flow or jam the cranking mechanism Lubricate the cranking mechanism with light oil AB...

Page 34: ...and steps should be taken to protect them from damage Food Storage In the event the recreation vehicle is left for a period of time without the furnace in operation canned goods and other foods packe...

Page 35: ...charged specific gravity of 1 260 A discharged battery will freeze and crack the case ruining the battery In storage a battery will lose charge gradually over a 30 to 45 day period even when disconne...

Page 36: ...ume and tight compact construction of modern recreation vehicles mean that the normal living activities of even a few occupants will lead to rapid moisture saturation of the air contained in the trail...

Page 37: ...old exterior temperatures and warm interior temperatures will collide on wall surfaces thus creating condensation Use a fan to keep air circulating inside the vehicle so condensation and mildew cannot...

Page 38: ...ctions for leaks signs of wear X Check drainage system for leaks road damage X Sanitize system X Winterize system depending on local seasonal conditions Electrical System X Check GFCI circuits X Perfo...

Page 39: ...on 800 494 3213 Intellitec Products 800 251 2408 KIB Enterprises 574 262 0578 KVH Industries 410 847 3327 Kwikee Products 800 736 9961 Magnum Teknologies 425 353 8833 Mor Ryde 574 293 1581 Nappanee Wi...

Page 40: ...ain other information about motor vehicle safety from these sources RECREATION VEHICLE SERIAL NUMBER DECALS AND DATA PLATES The recreation vehicle serial number label is mounted on the inside wall nex...

Page 41: ...your RV will be included in this packet You should go over the literature with your dealer during the pre delivery inspection Any shortages of literature should be reported to the dealer at this time...

Page 42: ...rtant that cooking appliances not be used for comfort heating as THE DANGER OF ASPHYXIATION IS GREATER WHEN THE APPLIANCE IS USED FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME Overfilling the LP Gas container can result i...

Page 43: ...nt including wood or charcoal burning grills and stoves should not be used inside the vehicle because they may cause fire or asphyxiation FIRE SAFETY Fire safety is an important part of owning a RV Th...

Page 44: ...es of the class B or C type Extinguishers are designed to put out fires in the initial stage not when it is blazing out of control If a fire cannot be approached within 10 your extinguisher will not b...

Page 45: ...before beginning to monitor for CO gas There are no switches to allow the unit to be accidentally turned off so the detector will provide reliable protection providing that the test procedure is perfo...

Page 46: ...or to each trip CARBON MONOXIDE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING Exhaust gas is deadly It contains carbon monoxide a poisonous gas that can cause unconsciousness and death It is an odorless colorless and ta...

Page 47: ...y firmly pressing the button located near the center of the cover The alarm should sound briefly If it does not work replace the battery and test again 2 CLEAN the detector if grease or dust accumulat...

Page 48: ...me is in motion Avoid seat rotation while in transit Children must not be transported unrestrained Infants must be placed in approved safety seats Small children must be restrained in child safety sea...

Page 49: ...ow operates the same as all other windows To open the egress window lift the red handle and push outward on the window To close the egress window pull the window closed and lower the handles to lock w...

Page 50: ...brakes in proper working condition following the service schedule in the chassis literature and the recommendations of your chassis service representative WHEELS AND TIRES The motorhome tires play an...

Page 51: ...s owner s manual If you suspect that the wheel nuts have loosened at any time have checked and torque to proper limits immediately If you suspect or notice wheel stud bolts are cracked or broken they...

Page 52: ...carry and how you disperse the cargo we advise you to have the motorhome alignmentchecked in the loaded condition the way you would travel down the road Not having the alignment set in the loaded con...

Page 53: ...olants The UVW does not include cargo fresh water LP Gas occupants or dealer installed accessories Net Carrying Capacities NCC Maximum weight of all occupants including the driver personal belongings...

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Page 55: ...hazard or could damage the RV components In any case the RV warranty may be affected In order to properly compute your load and load distribution you must know both actual scale weights and the GAWR a...

Page 56: ...hicle Generally speaking it will take more time thus more distance to pass when it necessitates driving in an on coming lane of traffic It will take more time to clear an intersection from a dead stop...

Page 57: ...cause an accident and serious injury For specific towed vehicle braking requirements consult the chassis owners manual that comes with this vehicle CAUTION Always use safety chains between your vehic...

Page 58: ...the points of attachment on the disabled motorhome If attachment points are damaged select other attachment points at a substantial frame structural member Never allow anyone to go under a motorhome w...

Page 59: ...ng from behind 5 Always stand off the road NOTE Curves and or hills may effect the safe placement of warning indicators FUELING THE MOTORHOME For your convenience there are two fuel fills on the motor...

Page 60: ...engine braking aid Air Horn Activates air horn system press horn pad on steering wheel to sound air horn Driver Fan Controls driver side overhead fan Passenger Fan Controls passenger side overhead fan...

Page 61: ...ngine ECU If this light stays on have the unit serviced as soon as possible Check Trans Indicates that a fault code has been recognized by the transmission ECU If this light stays on have the motorhom...

Page 62: ...rip odometer to 0 miles Gen IN OUT Controls the extend and retract of the generator slide Gen Start Starts and stops the generator HEADLIGHT SWITCH The three position headlight switch controls the ins...

Page 63: ...icle Only when operated in the MAX A C mode does the system take air from inside the vehicle OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Control Panel Operation The control panel enables the driver to control the temperat...

Page 64: ...tem operates inBI LEVEL mode Outside air is drawn into the system and discharged through the floor outlets In some models a small amount of air is directed to the windshield for defrost The A C system...

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Page 66: ...iving it is a good idea to keep the door locked to prevent uninvited entrance from the outside when stopped Two types of locks are provided with the outer door The handle lock for normal security and...

Page 67: ...he strut in the desired bracket inlet Tighten the strut anchor nut Repeat procedure for the other gas strut as well Do not close the compartment door until both gas struts are secure and in the same i...

Page 68: ...ll choose to run on 110 volt There are five settings 1 being warmest and 5 freeze being the coldest For cleaning defrosting and general usage information please read the owner s manual that comes with...

Page 69: ...andard fuel safety feature that will engage when the RV fuel tank reaches approximately of a tank When engaged the generator will not run until the fuel tank has been filled After filling the tank the...

Page 70: ...ct the exhaust under or into the vehicle DO NOT touch the generator when running or immediately after shutting off Heat from the generator can cause burns Allow the generator to cool before attempting...

Page 71: ...terior Shower Provides hot or cold water to the exterior of the RV 10 Hand Soap Dispenser For easy clean up convenience fill soap dispenser with hand soap for use after handling sewer hose and drain c...

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Page 74: ...ment 2 Attach one end to water supply and the other end into the city water connection inside the rally kit 3 Turn the lever on the bypass valve to the city water position 4 Turn the outside source on...

Page 75: ...d by turning the drain cock to the open position When trying to drain entire onboard fresh water system make sure to open faucets water heater drain and system low point drains to remove all fresh wat...

Page 76: ...lf empty turn off the water pump open the gray water tank drain valve and leave the valve open 8 Again add water to the tank until it is full Allow the system to stand undisturbed for at least 15 minu...

Page 77: ...tank or water with a low mineral content will give a false reading Check the levels occasionally when you are sure of a tank s contents to double check the accuracy of the monitor panel SWITCHES Water...

Page 78: ...tank probes are located incorrectly In this case the monitoring system indicates lower levels than are actually present in the holding tank This problem can be corrected by moving the ground probe clo...

Page 79: ...hat harmful and toxic materials can accumulate if the holding tanks are not regularly drained and thoroughly rinsed It is also important to use holding tank deodorizing and cleaning agents in the wast...

Page 80: ...micals in tank need time to break down solids before they can be released If draining gray water tank directly into sewer inlet while parked make sure to close termination valve for a period of time b...

Page 81: ...ter system Damage to water system components will result if proper winterization steps are not taken Level the unit for good system drainage Drain the waste water tanks black then gray following drain...

Page 82: ...leaking from a plumbing joint can cause considerable damage if left unchecked A leak in the fresh water system should be suspected whenever the pump is running and all faucets and valves are closed Wh...

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Page 84: ...e is running CONNECTING TO AN OUTSIDE POWER SOURCE A 50 amp shoreline power cord is provided to attach the RV to a grounded power source The electric utility service connection is located in a compart...

Page 85: ...ce while at the same time being in contact with an electrical ground such as water plumbing or the earth If an imbalance is detected the GFCI will trip and shut off power to the outlet Even with GFCI...

Page 86: ...ther information and instructions BATTERY ISOLATOR CONTROLLER The battery isolator is designed to protect the coach batteries and chassis batteries from discharging each other This is done by separati...

Page 87: ...connect switches as a substitute for turning off the various 12 volt applications available in the motorhome NOTE If 12 volt functions are not working be sure to check that the battery disconnect swit...

Page 88: ...ion of a battery at regular intervals will help insure its proper operation Here are some recommendations for checking and servicing batteries 1 Keep the battery mounted securely Vibrations cause earl...

Page 89: ...scharged state to a fully charge by itself The best way to keep the batteries charged is to monitor them and run the generator or other charging source before the batteries go dead 12 VOLT FUSES INTER...

Page 90: ...any of the appliances when you stop for a break or for the night So always be aware of the alternator s output Also check the monitor panel frequently to see that the coach batteries are at full charg...

Page 91: ...r screws that hold it securely in place Once the cover is removed a circuit board with blade type fuses and breakers will be visible The fuse and breaker locations are labeled below EXTERIOR FUSES Loc...

Page 92: ...anual BEDROOM FUSE PANELS Located at the foot of the bed are the 110 volt breaker panel and the 12 volt fuse panel Each panel has its own label for identification The smaller of the two 110 volt break...

Page 93: ...ice is providing power on the left side of the panel under Service Type The center of the panel indicates how many amps are being drawn at any given moment If you are connected to 30 Amp shore power a...

Page 94: ...ce in the tank to allow for expansion into vapor This vapor is reduced in pressure by passing through a regulator This reduction in pressure is a two step process which assures consistent pressure for...

Page 95: ...l leakage which occurred while filling the tank to dissipate DO NOT light pilot lights if you continue to smell LP Gas Shut off the Supply Valve Allow the recreation vehicle to ventilate for 30 minute...

Page 96: ...whenever you suspect a problem The correct line pressure should be 6 oz or 11 inches of water column Because air is required for proper operation of the regulator it is very important that the regula...

Page 97: ...ee of moisture before refilling 2 DO NOT overfill the LP tank 3 Make sure to keep the service valve on an empty tank closed 4 If freezing has occurred have your LP dealer purge the LP tank before refi...

Page 98: ...gulator failure or hose malfunction LP GAS LEAK DETECTION SYSTEM Your LP Gas Leak Detector is powered at all times when the battery is connected If your coach is equipped with a master cutoff switch t...

Page 99: ...hen checking the system for leaks 1 Open all the windows and vents 2 Open the gas tank service valve 3 Use non ammoniated non chlorinated soap solution or an approved leak detection solution on all li...

Page 100: ...t sound MOST COMMON CAUSES OF APPARENT MALFUNCTION New Coach Odor The glues and other materials used in manufacturing the coach produce vapors which may be detected when the coach is closed up on a wa...

Page 101: ...r maintenance in the recreation vehicle that you do not puncture a gas line with a nail screw or drill bit Warning labels and decals are used throughout the recreation vehicle in locations where the p...

Page 102: ...nly Picture brightness can be controlled by rotating the reception switch A contrast control is also provided to adjust the picture further Adjust by rotating the switch Contrast and bright controls a...

Page 103: ...perature situation Avoid overfilling closets and always load the drawers and cabinets in a manner which allows air circulation Clothes must be completely dry prior to storage and should be hung loosel...

Page 104: ...the frame and tires securely before attempting any maintenance under the vehicle Do not use the leveling jacks or air suspension to support the weight of the vehicle while under the vehicle or changin...

Page 105: ...ome on steady 3 Press the HYD button a second time After pressing the button the operation indicator light will flash and the coach will then be leveled automatically Once leveled the system will shut...

Page 106: ...causing severe injury or death Wear safety glasses when inspecting or servicing the system to protect eyes from dirt metal chips or leaks etc Follow all other applicable shop safety practices CAUTION...

Page 107: ...CONTROL PANEL KEY and turn the KEY SWITCH to the ON POSITION 3 To extend the room press and hold the ROOM CONTROL SWITCH in the EXTEND POSITION The room locking device will disengage and retract into...

Page 108: ...the system will take 2 3 minutes to reset before the rooms will extend again NOTE The top of the room will come into contact with the body of the motorhome first The leading edge of the room floor wi...

Page 109: ...bath door to prevent noise and or damage while traveling UNDER SOFA STORAGE Some Models Access the available storage under the sofa by lifting the front seat section and pulling towards you Do not la...

Page 110: ...the floor and lay them down between the seats Insert the table top between the seats on the ledges provided Loosen the seat cushion from the velcro fasteners and slide together to form the bed Reverse...

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