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Pre-Travel Information

Weighing Your Tow Vehicle & RV, Continued

2. Hitch the RV to your tow vehicle. Weigh the RV and the

tow vehicle to determine the Gross Combined Weight

(GCW). Make sure that this rating is less than or equal to

the GCWR as specified by the manufacturer of your tow

vehicle. If this overall weight is greater than the Gross

Combined Weight Rating (GCWR), some contents must

be removed to bring the combination into compliance with

the listed ratings.

3. Weigh the RV while attached to but excluding the tow ve-

hicle. This will result in the actual weight that is exerted on

all of the RV tires. This weight may be subtracted from the

overall RV GVWR to determine the actual “tongue” weight.

4. With the RV still attached to the tow vehicle, weigh each

wheel position separately to ensure each tire is not over-

loaded.

To determine the wheel position weight:

5. Pull the RV onto the scale so only one tire is on the scale.

Record the weight. Your RV must remain as level as possi-

ble on the scale (even though an axle or side is not phys-

ically on the scale). Obviously, to obtain the side-to-side

weights, there must be enough space on either side of the

scale to accommodate the RV being partially off the scale.

6. To calculate the opposite side of the RV wheel position

weight, subtract the first side’s weight from the weight

determined in step #3.

If there is a difference in the weights on one side of the vehicle

as compared to weights on the other side, components (tires,

wheels, brakes, springs, etc.) on the heavier side could be

overloaded, even though the total axle load is within the GAWR.

It is important to redistribute the load to avoid component

failure, improve the handling characteristics of the tow vehicle

and not void the Limited Base Warranty and Limited Structural

Warranty.

With these actual weights, it is now possible to compare them

against the Trailer Weight Information label weight ratings to

ensure you are below the posted minimum ratings.

It is important to

redistribute the load to

avoid component failure

as well as to improve the

handling characteristics

of the vehicle.

WARNING

Summary of Contents for Solitude 2017

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Page 3: ...s and components included in your RV Read all cautions warnings and notices very carefully Familiarize yourself and your family with the safety features built into your RV and what actions and steps are necessary to assure safe camping Always place the safety of you and your family first Please carefully read the Limited Base Warranty and Limited Structural Warranty that comes with your new RV Be ...

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Page 5: ... Manufacturer Warranty Information 30 Occupant Safety 33 Pre Travel Information 55 Towing Leveling 71 Electrical Systems 89 Plumbing Systems 99 Nautilus P1 Manual 115 Propane System 131 Appliances 139 Electronics 142 Heating Cooling 146 Slideout Systems 150 Hide A Bed Sofa 160 Interior Care 162 Exterior Care 168 Maintenance 175 Required Maintenance Schedule 176 Basic Troubleshooting 178 Glossary 1...

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Page 7: ...di tions of your Limited Base and Structural Warranties or any component manufacturer warranties Procedures outlined in this guide are typical for normal op erating conditions You are responsible for the safe operation and use of your RV and we have tried to include information to assist you There are occasional tips to help you enjoy the recreational lifestyle however this guide is not intended t...

Page 8: ...rma tion in this manual and your Owner Information Package before using your RV Manufacturing Certification Grand Design RV recreation vehicles are constructed to the thorough safety and construction standards established by the Recreational Vehicle Industry Association RVIA Frequent and random audits are conducted by RVIA and Transport Canada to confirm compliance to U S RVIA and if applicable Ca...

Page 9: ...Grand Design RV VIN is shown in the example below SAE World Identifier 573 Grand Design RV Make Model S Solitude M Momentum R Reflection E Imagine T Transcend Length The number listed falls within a predetermined specified grouping that does not indicate the actual measured length of your RV Model Year H 2017 J 2018 K 2019 L 2020 The last 8 digits ofthe VIN number are also the RV s serial number F...

Page 10: ...ty and information labels are attached to surfaces both inside and outside your RV These labels are permanent and should not be removed or relocated for any reason The Safety Alert Symbol is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards It is imperative that you read understand and abide by these safety alerts and messages to avoid possible personal injury or death DANGER indicates a haza...

Page 11: ...pped can only be included during the manufacturing phase and cannot be added at a later date The inclusion of items noted as if so equipped does not imply or suggest the availability application sustainability or inclusion for any specific unit Optional This denotes items that may be an option on all or particular models Additionally some optional items can only be included during the manufacturin...

Page 12: ... gov Address NHTSA Headquarters Attn Administrator 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE Washington DC 20590 Toll free Vehicle Safety Hotline 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 Additional motor vehicle safety information is available online at www safercar gov In Canada If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform Transport...

Page 13: ...leted Warranty Registration and New Vehicle PDI Check List to Grand Design RV This form is required within 30 days of your delivery date to activate your warranty coverage 5 Ensure that you receive a complete Owner Information Package Assist you with all component manufacturer warranty registrations ie locating the model and serial numbers of components as needed 6 Explain how to obtain local and ...

Page 14: ...repairs and service that may be required Your dealer is responsible for proper service prior to delivery and has a continued interest in your satisfac tion Therefore we recommend warranty and maintenance services be performed by your Grand Design RV dealer As with your other personal belongings it is important to protect yourself and others with insurance coverage Your insurance agent can assist y...

Page 15: ... If possible drop off your RV Usually customers cannot watch as repair work is performed insurance companies may even require that customers not be allowed in the service area Inspect the work performed Inspect all repairs thoroughly Notify the dealer s service manager of any dissatisfaction right away If you cannot immediately return your RV for repair make an appointment to return as soon as pos...

Page 16: ... They may choose to bill Grand Design RV directly otherwise you are expected to pay them b Have the RV repair facility inspect your RV Either they or you must call Grand Design RV Customer Support to discuss applicable warranty coverage prior to any repair work being performed c Grand Design RV Customer Support will issue an authorization number upon warranty repair approval and advise if any orig...

Page 17: ...buted by authorized Grand Design RV dealers or service centers Grand Design RV does not sell parts retail direct or to non authorized deal ers If an original part is no longer available Grand Design RV or your dealer will try to provide an appropriate substitute Aftermarket Installations Alterations Aftermarket installations or alterations to the original equip ment vehicle as distributed by Grand...

Page 18: ...l or customer notification letter We request that you please notify us in writing of address and ownership changes or if your RV is stolen totaled or destroyed To update your contact information Email customerservice granddesignrv com or Write Customer Service Grand Design RV 11356 County Road 2 Middlebury IN 46540 If you have any questions please contact Grand Design RV Customer Support at 574 82...

Page 19: ...IS WARRANTY CONSTITUTES THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ALL DEFECTS OF MA TERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY AND ALL OTHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES BEYOND THOSE SET FORTH HEREIN THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION ON THE FACE HEREOF IN ADDITION TO THE EX CLUSIONS SET FORTH IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY THIS W...

Page 20: ...s made necessary by reason of a failure of the original retail consumer pur chaser or others to follow ordinary maintenance procedures as recommended by the Warrantor or the manufacturer or dealer of the recreational vehicle g Any defect caused in transit to or from a dealer or to or from the consumer or by the consumer or another h Any defects in work labor materials or parts not actually manufac...

Page 21: ...ATIONAL VEHICLE WARRANTOR S OBLIGATIONS HOW TO GET WARRANTY SERVICES How Do You Get Service In no event shall repair or replacement for a defect be covered under this Warranty unless the repair or replacement occurs at Warrantor s facilities or Warrantor s designated repair shop or dealer Upon discovery of any defect covered by this Warranty you must notify the authorized dealer from whom you purc...

Page 22: ...that you have a claim under this Warranty locate and contact your nearest authorized Warrantor dealer to schedule an appointment Be prepared to provide your vehicle serial number VIN date of purchase and a description of the issue or concern If you cannot locate a dealer please go to the Warrantor s web site or contact Warrantor directly for immediate assistance What are the Dealer s Responsibilit...

Page 23: ... user or beneficiary of this Limited Warranty shall not be entitled to recover from Warrantor any consequential punitive or incidental damages resulting from any defect in the recreational vehicle or loss of use time or revenues This warranty also excludes costs of transportation to any authorized dealer or service representative or to the Warrantor to get warranty service loss of use of the recre...

Page 24: ...VEHICLE from time to time without notice and without obligation to make corresponding changes in its products previously manufac tured ATTORNEYS FEES Any warranty claim asserted or brought in violation of this Limited Warranty or any claim brought against WARRANTOR directly or indirectly under which the Purchaser or any other person or entity seeks to broaden the terms of the Limited Warranty or u...

Page 25: ...ly the laminated fiberglass sidewall assembly laminated fiberglass rear wall assembly laminated fiberglass front wall wrap sidewall end wall front and rear wall frame assembly wood and alumi num roof assembly floor assembly and frame assembly THIS WARRANTY CONSTITUTES THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ALL DEFECTS OF MA TERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY AND ALL OTHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIE...

Page 26: ...care for the STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS and any and all matters which were not within the control of the Warrantor e Neglect of the recreational vehicle or STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS f Repairs or replacements made necessary by reason of a failure of the original retail consumer purchaser or others to follow ordinary maintenance procedures as recommended by the Warrantor or the manufacturer or dealer of the ...

Page 27: ...itions gravel sand ruts potholes etc applications of salt or de icing chemicals resulting in rust af Exterior paint or finish which is warranted independently by the paint manufacturer and or independent applicator ag Defacing scratches dents and rust on any surface of the STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS and ah Excess weight on the STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS WARRANTOR S OBLIGATIONS HOW TO GET WARRANTY SERVICES H...

Page 28: ...cle in accordance with the maintenance requirements contained in the Owner s Manual and Maintain all exterior seals and sealant which must be inspected every six 6 months to assure there are no gaps or voids and all gaps and voids must be corrected as necessary Documentation acceptable to Warrantor must be presented confirming completion of an annual sealant inspection by an authorized Warrantor d...

Page 29: ...ARRANTY PERIOD OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY AND ANY OTHER IMPLIED WARRANTY ARISING BY OPERATION OF LAW ARE SPECIF ICALLY LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY TO THE EXTENT NOT ACTUALLY EXCLUDED IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IF ANY MODEL OR SAMPLE IS SHOWN TO THE PURCHASER PRIOR TO THE PURCHASE OF THE RECREATIONAL VEHICLE STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS SUCH SAMPLE OR MODEL WAS MERELY TO ILLUSTRATE...

Page 30: ...es not cover defects in separately manufactured products which are not produced or manufactured directly by Warrantor These products may be warranted by their individual manufacturers To the extent that such products installed in your recreational vehicle or STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS are covered by warranties from those manufacturers the written warranties by the suppliers of those prod ucts may be pr...

Page 31: ...enter WFCO Cheng www wfcoelectronics com 877 294 8997 Mattress es Lippert Components www lci1 com 574 537 8900 Microwave High Pointe www collins n co com 574 848 1118 Microwave Furrion www furrion com 888 354 5792 Monitor Panel American Technology Components Inc www atcomp com 574 262 1258 Refrigerator Norcold www thetford com 800 543 1219 Refrigerator Samsung www samsung com 800 726 7864 Roof Ven...

Page 32: ...ty from date of purchase Original owner ONLY Entry step s Lippert Components Full one year warranty from date of purchase Original owner ONLY Fireplace electric Greystone One year limited warranty Fireplace electric Twin Star International One year limited warranty Frame Lippert Components Full one year warranty from date of purchase Original owner ONLY Furnace Suburban Two year limited warranty F...

Page 33: ...ear warranty from date of purchase Original owner ONLY Slide Floor Huber 25 years not to exceed OEM warranty on finished product Stereo Jensen One year limited warranty Suspension System Lippert Components Full one year warranty from date of purchase Original owner ONLY Television TCL One year limited warranty Thermostat Air Xcel Limited two year warranty Tires West Lake No fault twelve month warr...

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Page 35: ... gases Decide on a meeting place a safe distance from your RV Make sure everyone understands to gather and wait there in case family members are separated from one another in an emergency Make sure everyone knows where to go to call the fire department or 911 from outside the RV Conduct safety drills at least every six months Make sure everyone guests included knows how to evacuate the RV safely P...

Page 36: ...ions and forecasts directly from the US National Weather Service NWS The frequencies used by the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration NOAA weather radio stations are 162 400 162 425 162 450 162 475 162 500 162 525 or 162 550 megahertz or visit their website www noaa gov Repairing severe weather damage If your tow vehicle or RV is damaged due to severe weather damage you will most lik...

Page 37: ...s that is free of leaves dry grass pine needles etc ALWAYS have a way to quickly and completely extinguish a campfire ready in advance NEVER leave a fire burning unattended even a cigarette Teach family members how to use the fire extinguisher and replace it as recommended DO NOT store combustible materials in closed areas or near a heat source DO NOT use water to put out a grease fire Water can s...

Page 38: ...For use on fires involving energized electrical equipment Type ABC Works on all three types of fires listed above Operation When you use the fire extinguisher ALWAYS keep your back to a clear exit for an easy escape Leave immediately if the fire cannot be controlled or the room fills with smoke There are different types and sizes of fire extinguishers but for the most part all of them work the sam...

Page 39: ... your campsite make sure the egress windows are not blocked by trees or other obstacles Also check that below each egress window the ground is solid and the escape path is clear Review the egress window locations and how to operate them with all people staying in the RV Plan escape routes from the front and rear of the RV Decide who will exit through the emergency escape windows first and in what ...

Page 40: ...er ignore any alarm Ignoring the alarm may result in injury or death EVACUATE the RV first then Call 911 from a safe location How to test It is important to test the smoke alarm at least once every week to make sure it is working properly Stand at arm s length from the alarm when testing The alarm horn is loud and may be harmful to your hearing 1 Press and hold the TEST button on the smoke alarm c...

Page 41: ...pe of fuel is incomplete ly burned Potential sources of CO in and around your RV can include gas or diesel engine exhaust portable space heaters gas stoves and ovens furnaces defective engine exhaust systems portable grills other nearby RVs portable generators generator exhaust and other propane powered appliances The following symptoms may be related to CO POISONING It is important to discuss the...

Page 42: ... and the beep will sound The CO LED will remain a steady red until the RV is ventilated The CO sensor requires a ten 10 minute initial warm up period to clean the sensor and achieve stabilization The warm up period is indicated by the CO LED blinking green During the warm up period the unit cannot go into a CO alarm After the warm up period the green LED should glow continuously If the LED is not ...

Page 43: ...N IS REQUIRED See Page 44 Procedures To Take During a CO Alarm Ventilate the RV The red light will stay on until the CO has cleared or the alarm will reactivate in approximately six 6 minutes if the CO is still present DO NOT RE ENTER THE RV The alarm will return to normal operation after the RV has properly ventilated MALFUNCTION SERVICE SIGNAL If any malfunction is detected the gas LED will rema...

Page 44: ... of the alarm It does not check the sensor operation You may use propane or butane gas to test the gas sensor Note it may take up to 10 seconds for the alarm to sound To test the CO sensor use a can of SAFE T ALERT CO test gas to test the 400 ppm calibration point DO NOT TRY TO GENERATE CO TO TEST THE ALARM The alarm may be tested at any time Press and hold the TEST MUTE switch located on the fron...

Page 45: ...el This action may damage the sensor cause an alarm or cause an alarm malfunction Observe the color of the indicator light At frequent intervals and during your weekly test check the indicator light on the on the front panel of the alarm Procedures to take during a gas alarm 1 Extinguish all flames and smoking material turn off all gas appliances stove heater furnace refrigerator etc 2 Press the T...

Page 46: ...roperly and to investigate for sources of carbon monoxide If problems are identified during this inspection have the equipment serviced immediately 4 Note any combustion equipment not inspected by the technician For more information about CO safety and this equipment consult the manufacturers instructions or contact the manufacturer directly 5 Confirm that a motor vehicle or generator engine opera...

Page 47: ...isconnected dead or installed incorrectly When the batteries become weak the CO alarm will beep the low battery warning NEVER disconnect the batteries to silence the CO alarm If the low battery warning sounds the batteries MUST be replaced Testing the CO alarm Press and hold the test reset button on the front of the CO alarm for several seconds If the CO alarm does not test prop erly replace it im...

Page 48: ...risk for reactions to poor air quality include children the elderly and persons with asthma allergies heart disease or chronic lung diseases such as bronchitis and emphysema To improve your air quality Breathe fresh air by opening windows Spend as much time as you can outside in fresh air Control mold Clean the bathroom and kitchen often Fix any water leaks Close windows and run your air condition...

Page 49: ...fresh air and force out stale air Keeping your RV closed decreases the air flow which increases the presence of indoor air pollutants Many recommendations in this manual can assist you in avoiding exposure to air pollutants and outgassed chemicals See the Next Page Chemical Sensitivity Outgassing See Page 49 Tips to controlling condensation 3 Air Cleaners Air cleaners are designed to remove parti ...

Page 50: ...lems may be more susceptible to the effects of outgassing Formaldehyde Most of the attention regarding chemical outgassing surrounds formaldehyde Some people are very sensitive to formaldehyde exposure while others may have no reaction Formaldehyde is a naturally occurring substance It is a key industrial chemical used in the manufacture of numerous con sumer goods including products used in RV co...

Page 51: ...difier customer supplied Tips to controlling condensation To help alleviate excess moisture use these tips Allow excess moisture to escape to the outside when bathing washing dishes hair drying laundering and using appliances and non vented gas burners Keep the bathroom door closed and roof vent opened if equipped exhaust fan on when bathing showering and for a period of time after you have finish...

Page 52: ...inside your RV will cause condensation to form on areas that are not well insulated ie windows vents wall studs etc Cold Weather Use Please keep in mind that your RV is not designed for use during sub freezing weather If you plan to use your RV in freezing or below freezing temperatures the following precautions MUST to be taken The freshwater and drainage systems require added protection to avoid...

Page 53: ...ve lung disease risk serious lung infections Mold growth can be very harmful to the natural wood products and fabrics in your RV Follow these tips to help control the relative humidity inside your RV and inhibit mold and mildew While cooking and bathing ALWAYS use the kitchen and bathroom vents even during colder weather In addition opening a window will increase ventilation during these activitie...

Page 54: ... information regardless of how caused or for delays or interruptions in delivery of the information or any decision made or action taken or not taken in reliance upon the information furnished Grand Design RV accepts no responsibility or liability whatsoev er with regard to information on these websites as the informa tion is meant to be of a general nature only and is not intended to address the ...

Page 55: ...these external or third party sites and does not endorse warrant or guarantee any products services information centers or schools described or offered at these links Additional Safety Precautions Tire Pressure ALWAYS check tire pressure BEFORE departing on any trip even for short distances For proper tire inflation pressures refer to the Tire Information Label Wheel Torque ALWAYS check the torque...

Page 56: ...r vehicles ALWAYS follow posted speed limits and Adjust for weather or road conditions that can impact the stability handling of your tow vehicle and RV Vehicle Generator Exhaust Only operate a generator customer supplied in an open outdoor area where the exhaust can dissipate To avoid the dangers of carbon monoxide prevent exhaust gases from entering your RV Close all entry compartment doors and ...

Page 57: ...olicy card s and warranty registration Tow Vehicle Disclaimer As a minimum requirement the towing capacity of your tow vehicle MUST be greater than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR of your RV Contact your automotive dealer to confirm the towing capacity of your vehicle weather you are buying a new tow vehicle or will tow your RV with one that you already own Discuss the GVWR size and type of R...

Page 58: ...ed weight for a fully loaded RV or tow vehicle Gross Trailer Vehicle Weight Gross Weight is the total actual weight of your RV plus cargo as measured on a scale UVW Unloaded Vehicle Weight UVW is the weight of the RV as built at the factory The UVW includes the empty LP bottles but does NOT include cargo water LP gas or dealer installed accessories Hitch Weight or Tongue Load Tongue Weight Hitch w...

Page 59: ...fication Label This label specifies maximum capacities for GVWR GAWR and tires It is located on the forward off door side exterior Tire and Loading Information Label This label specifies the maximum amount of cargo that can be safely added to the RV It is located on the forward off door side exterior Cargo Carrying Capacity CCC Label This label supplies the CCC information for the customer It is l...

Page 60: ...oad rating of the tires 7 800 lbs 4 tires 1 950 lbs each Water and Propane Your fresh water is treated as cargo weight Water weighs 8 3 lbs per gallon 50 gallons weighs over 417 lbs The weight of your full LP cylinders is already figured into your RV s Cargo Carrying Capacity If you are close to your GVWR reducing the amount of water in the holding tank will increase the amount of cargo weight ava...

Page 61: ...th your dealer or the scale operator Your RV must be weighed fully loaded that is with food clothing fuel water propane supplies etc 1 Weigh the RV including the tongue weight while de tached from the tow vehicle This actual overall weight must be less than or equal to the GVWR for safe op eration If the overall weight is greater than the GVWR some contents must be removed until the actual overall...

Page 62: ...V must remain as level as possi ble on the scale even though an axle or side is not phys ically on the scale Obviously to obtain the side to side weights there must be enough space on either side of the scale to accommodate the RV being partially off the scale 6 To calculate the opposite side of the RV wheel position weight subtract the first side s weight from the weight determined in step 3 If t...

Page 63: ...hazards Drive within the designated tire speed ratings Inspect tires for cuts slashes and other irregularities These actions along with other care and maintenance activities can also Improve vehicle handling Help protect you and others from avoidable breakdowns and accidents Improve fuel economy Increase the life of your tires Make tire safety a regular part of your vehicle maintenance routine Kno...

Page 64: ...inflated It is measured in pounds per square inch PSI Tire pressure affects your RV s overall performance and provides the load carrying capacity The proper tire pressure for your vehicle is referred to as the cold inflation pressure You will also find this number on the vehicle information placard expressed in both PSI and kilo pascals KPA the metric measurement used internationally It is difficu...

Page 65: ...ured tire pressure and the correct tire pressure These missing pounds of pressure are what you will need to add 3 At a service station or using an air compressor add the missing pounds of air pressure to each tire that is under inflated 4 Check all the tires to make sure they have the same air pressure If you have been driving your vehicle and think that a tire is under inflated fill it to the rec...

Page 66: ...d never exceed the tire limitation for load or air pressure If you discover that your tires cannot support the actual weights the load will need to be lightened Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit 1 Locate the statement The weight of cargo should never exceed XXX KG or XXX LBS on your RV s Cargo Carrying Capacity label 2 This figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capaci...

Page 67: ...ing Information label Tire Labeling Federal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires This information iden tifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a tire identification number for safety standard certification and in case of a recall US DOT Tire Identification Number TIN This begins with the letters DO...

Page 68: ...t to width R The R stands for radial The last two digit number is the wheel or rim diameter in inches Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure This number is the greatest amount of air pressure that should ever be put in the tire under normal driving conditions Speed Rating Typically tires with a ST designation are speed restricted to 65 mph under normal inflation and load conditions Typically tires...

Page 69: ... close to wearing out Inspect your tires regularly for uneven tread wear 2 32 4 32 Tire Tread Wear Bars Thin Tread Wear on Tire Edges Thin Tread Wear Center of Tire Exagerated Inner or Outer Tread Wear Wear Pattern Under Inflation Over Inflation Loss of Camber or Overloading Possible Cause Solution Fill tire with an air compressor to the Recommended Cold Tire Pressure Press tire valve stem slowly ...

Page 70: ... of your RV approximately even with the spare tire Insert the crank handle extension Turn counter clockwise to lower the spare tire Turn clockwise to raise the spare tire Tire Changing Basics A Hydraulic Jack and Jack Stands are customer supplied 1 See Page 68 Roadside Emergency 2 Block the wheels on the opposite side from the tire you wish to change This will prevent accidental movement 3 Loosen ...

Page 71: ... RV s lug pattern shown in the diagram Right Find your RV s wheel size on the table Below Tightening the lugs should be done in three stages Determine the correct torque for each stage and use the torque sequence shown Wheel Size Stud Size Torque Sequence 1st Stage 2nd Stage 3rd Stage 14 1 2 20 25 50 60 90 120 15 1 2 20 25 50 60 90 120 16 1 2 20 25 50 60 90 120 16 5 x 6 75 1 2 20 25 50 60 90 120 1...

Page 72: ...rning indicators signs reflectors lanterns or road flares as follows 1 Place the 1st indicator 10 feet behind the RV on the off door or road side 2 Place the 2nd indicator 100 feet behind the RV in the center of the lane 3 Place the 3rd indicator 100 feet in front of the RV in the center of the lane 10 feet 4 paces 100 feet 40 paces Curves and or hills may affect the safe placement of the warning ...

Page 73: ... tow vehicle s cruise control on icy wet or winding roads or any other traffic situations where a constant speed could be dangerous Propane Safety ALWAYS shut OFF the propane system at the LP cylinder BEFORE you travel If you drive with the propane system ON the dangers are greatly increased in the event of an accident or fire While you travel most refrigerators will keep food cold or frozen for e...

Page 74: ...r tow vehicle brakes To maintain proper braking performance both the RV and tow vehicle brakes must be used together Separate use of the braking systems will cause accelerated wear and damage When your RV is new it is impossible to adjust the brake shoes precisely It takes approximately 1 000 miles and or 50 medium to heavy stops to burnish fit or seat the shoes to the brake drum After the initial...

Page 75: ... right for your towing combination 7 Way Wire Harness Connector Plug The 7 way wire harness connector plug is wired into your FW to connect electrical power from the tow vehicle for travel This supplies power to the RV brakes tail lights clearance lights turn signals brake lights etc Wiring to operate your brakes must be the same size in both the tow vehicle and RV Maintenance The connector plug m...

Page 76: ...h you must know your GVWR and pin box rating Fifth wheel pin box height There is no recommended hitch height for fifth wheels usually the FW pin box is adjustable for variance in trucks and truck suspension systems Adjust the hitch assembly so the tow vehicle and the FW are essentially level A high hitch will transfer weight behind the axles and cause the vehicle to fishtail A low hitch will trans...

Page 77: ...les the FW pin 6 Making gentle contact of the hitch saddle against the pin will cause the mechanism to close 7 Secure the hitch lever as specified in the manufacturer Shift the truck into drive but DO NOT press on the accelerator Bump the hitch to make sure it is locked 8 Check that the FW landing legs are fully RETRACTED 9 Attach the breakaway switch cable to the tow vehicle Leave enough slack to...

Page 78: ...ng to your tow ve hicle RV combination Drive over them slowly and let the trailer tires pass over them before accelerating Cross railroad tracks slowly always release your brakes before crossing When descending a long hill drop down into a lower gear or lower range if you have automatic transmission Avoid condi tions that require excessive and prolonged use of your brakes Apply and release brakes ...

Page 79: ...d vehicles along the curb Backing up If there are no pull through sites at your camping destination choose a level site and back in carefully BEFORE you park exit your tow vehicle and inspect that site conditions are satisfactory Check that you have plenty of vehicle clearance Check that your path is free of obstacles ie low hanging tree limbs posts large rocks Try to choose a site that is on the ...

Page 80: ...w the manufacturer s instructions 4 Disconnect the wire harness connector plug 5 Disconnect the breakaway switch lanyard 6 OPEN the truck tailgate Unless your truck is equipped with a tailgate designed to accommodate a FW hitch 7 Shift your truck into reverse but DO NOT press on the accelerator This moves the kingpin off the locking bar so that it can be disengaged 8 Apply the brakes then Set your...

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Page 82: ...ended or it will overflow when they are retracted 3 Inspect and clean all pump unit electrical connections every 12 months 4 Remove dirt and road debris from the leveling gear as needed 5 Leveling legs that stay in the extended position for long periods require protection from the elements Spray the exposed landing gear rod with a silicone lubricant every two 2 to three 3 weeks If your RV is locat...

Page 83: ... operating in any mode and under all conditions ALWAYS check to see if the jacks are fully retracted before starting to travel Instruction Labels To operate the hydraulic leveling system read and follow the instructions printed on the component manufacturer s instruction labels below Do not remove these labels from the inside of the forward off door side ODS compartment door For optimum performanc...

Page 84: ...m Valve Block Which Houses Valve E F Front Compartment E Extend Retract the Hydraulic Door Side Slide Room Forward Door Side LP Compartment F Extend Retract the Hydraulic Off Door Side Slide Room Forward Door Side LP Compartment Option 1 using the Slide Room 1 button 1 Make sure valve D is open To open valve D insert a 5 32 Allen wrench into the manual override and rotate it 1 5 to 2 turns clockwi...

Page 85: ...erting a 5 32 Allen wrench into the manual override and rotating it 1 5 to 2 turns clockwise 3 Peel off the protective seal G located on the end of the motor that is attached to the hydraulic reservoir 4 Attach a 1 4 hex head bit to your hand drill customer supplied and insert it into Coupler G previously hidden under the protective seal Run the drill clockwise to extend the level up jacks and cou...

Page 86: ...ough the menu on LCD B Down Arrow Scrolls down through the menu on LCD C Enter Activates modes and procedures indicated on LCD D Retract Places leveling system into retract mode Press and hold down for 1 second to initiate Auto Retract E LCD Display Displays procedures and results F Auto Level Places leveling system into auto level mode G Front Jack Button Activates front jacks in manual mode H Le...

Page 87: ... jacks can only be operated in the special jack code error mode In order to operate the middle jacks press LEFT Fig 1H and RIGHT FIG 1I buttons simultaneously The rear jacks can only be extended when the touch pad is in the manual mode Once system is in manual mode pressing the REAR button Fig 1J will extend both rear jacks at the same time To extend individual rear jacks press the LEFT Fig 1H or ...

Page 88: ...n is FULLY re engaged 3 Push ON OFF Fig 1K LCD Screen will light up and display READY JACKS UP Fig 2A 4 Push the UP arrow Fig 1A to scroll to Drop Front Jacks option on LCD screen 5 Red indicator lights Fig 2B may come on indicating the current disposition of the trailer In this case the front and right sides of the trailer are low 6 Push ENTER Fig 1C Both front jacks will go to the ground and sto...

Page 89: ...nition feature to function the auto level sequence MUST be started with the front of the trailer above level Auto Level Sequence 1 When Auto Level Sequence begins the front of the trail er will lower slightly to a point below level 2 Rear jacks will be grounded 3 A side to side leveling sequence occurs NOTE At this point on the 6 point system the 2 middle jacks are grounded to stabilize the traile...

Page 90: ...tch Recognition feature to function the auto level sequence MUST be started with the front of the trailer above level Once the RV is stabilized continue setting up the RV by con necting to the site facilities extending the slideouts etc according to your personal preferences and needs There is no particular order to set up procedures With practice you will find the order that is the most efficient...

Page 91: ...trical system ALWAYS turn OFF the power converter BEFORE disconnecting the battery For more information on your RV s electrical system See the component manuals in your Owner Information Package 50 Amp Power Cord The power cord or shore power cord connects your RV to an external power receptacle This heavy duty cord has a dual purpose It carries voltage and current to your RV from the external pow...

Page 92: ...ny of these symptoms are found 120 Volt AC System Your Solitude FW is equipped with a 50 amp electrical system The 50 amp 120 volt 60hz AC electrical system is designed to operate on two 2 legs of 120 volt power at a maximum current flow of 50 amperes per leg Do not hook up the power cord to any receptacle until you have verified proper polarity and grounding Polarity indicators can be purchased i...

Page 93: ...w of electricity for the affected circuit If a circuit breaker trips turn OFF the appliance on that circuit Allow some time for the circuit breaker to cool To RESET the circuit breaker flip the switch to the OFF position then flip it back to the ON position If a breaker immediately trips again or trips frequently contact your dealer to diagnose and repair the problem Maintenance and replacement Ci...

Page 94: ... of the converter 2 Check the reverse polarity fuse or fuses The manufacturer s warranty will be void if the case has been removed There are no customer serviceable parts inside For further information Contact your dealer GFCI Receptacle Grounding is your personal protection from electrical shock Each RV has a ground fault current interrupter GFCI engineer ed into the electrical system This device...

Page 95: ...ary Battery in most situations The Auxiliary Battery supplies 12 volt power when your RV is NOT connected to external power The Tow Vehicle Alternator supplies 12 volt power when the 7 Way Wire Harness is connected and the tow vehicle engine is running This runs the components needed for travel including the brake lights turn signals brakes running lights and the breakaway switch In addition the 7...

Page 96: ...abel should be kept permanently affixed to your RV The fuses will not offer complete protection of the RV elec trical system in the event of a power surge or spike Auxiliary Battery Your RV has many 12 volt DC loads When combined their total is more than the converter can produce High demands for 12 volt power can be met by an auxiliary battery for limited periods of time The 12 volt DC electrical...

Page 97: ...ant not to discharge your tow vehicle battery below the level required to start the engine To prevent this from occurring discon nect the 7 way trailer plug or install a battery isolator When the tow vehicle engine is operating with the RV connected the tow vehicle charging system will charge both batteries Replacement and maintenance Even when turned OFF some equipment in your RV will draw small ...

Page 98: ...ances remember that the 120 volt electrical system can run a maximum of 100 amps If you overload the RV and or camp ground electrical system a circuit breaker trip may occur Added together the amperage of each appliance and component running at the same time must NOT exceed 100 amps To calculate the amperage rating for each individual appliance divide the wattage by the voltage both should be list...

Page 99: ...t Lights 1 4 amps Decorative Wall Lights 1 5 amps Dinette Light 4 5 amps Exterior Entertainment Center 5 7 amps Fantastic Fan 1 5 amps Fluorescent Double Lights 12 2 0 amps Fluorescent Double Lights 18 2 5 amps Furnace 12 0 amps Generator Start 95 0 amps Halogen Light 1 7 amps Illuminated Switch 125 amps Inverter Variable Leveling System 95 0 amps LP Detector 125 amps Map Light 1 5 amps Porch Ligh...

Page 100: ... generators built specifically for RVs When you are ready to purchase an aftermarket generator consult your dealer for purchasing and installation assistance Replacing Light Bulbs Customer Supplied BEFORE replacing a bulb turn OFF the light switch Check that your replacement bulbs are the type wattage and voltage listed on the lamp fixture Using the wrong bulb can overload the lamp circuit and ove...

Page 101: ...r filters ALL water pump and water heater connections At the end of each trip ALWAYS completely drain your fresh water system Fresh Water System First Use Your new RV may have been winterized as indicated by temporary labels located in the universal docking station BEFORE first use the system should be Sanitized even if it has NOT been Winterized Sanitizing the fresh water system will kill all bac...

Page 102: ...e located in the load center Operation Press only one button at a time When the FRESH BLK GRY1 or GRY2 button is pressed the LED lights display the fill level of the selected holding tank When the BATT button is pressed the LED lights display the approximate voltage of your auxiliary battery TANKS E 1 3 2 3 F BATT LOW 11 2 11 7 12 3 Water pump switch When the water pump switch is turned ON the wat...

Page 103: ...uring travel DO NOT cap block or modify the fresh water tank over flow tubes in any way If the overflow tubes are obstructed enough water pressure can build up during the filling process to damage the plumbing system Water Pressure Regulator Customer Supplied Excessive pressure from water supply systems may be en countered in some parks especially in mountain regions Water pressure regulators can ...

Page 104: ...eliminating the odor from sulfur water High Altitude Deration Operation of the water heater at high altitudes may require der ating If the water heater is not properly derated lack of sufficient oxygen for combustion may produce improper burner operation Pilot outage caused by burner lift off or sooting from a yellow burner may occur indicating the possibility of carbon monoxide You may also notic...

Page 105: ...elief Valve A pressure and temperature P T relief valve is a safety re quirement for all water heaters This valve releases any unsafe pressure in the water heater tank created as cold water is heated It is normal for the P T relief valve to release a small quantity of water during the heating cycle One way to reduce water dripping from the P T relief valve is to maintain an air pocket at the top o...

Page 106: ...e the 12 volt water pump is ON 4 Turn ON the hot and cold knobs and adjust the water temperature before showering 5 To conserve water while showering wet down and turn OFF the water while using soap then rinse 6 When shower is finished shut OFF the hot and cold knobs There is no shut off valve for the showerhead shut off is at the hot and cold knobs only After use the showerhead may still drip sli...

Page 107: ...operation shut OFF the hot and cold knobs After the water has been allowed to drain from the sprayer head replace it in the utility center Any remaining water in the shower hose will drip or run out this is not a leak but per forms as intended Make sure that the hose is not pinched and the sprayer head is not damaged when the compartment door is closed Faucets The faucets inside your RV operate mu...

Page 108: ... holding tank and supply lines 1 Open all faucets including the outside shower 2 Open the white fresh water holding tank gate valve 3 Open red and blue low point drain valves in the outside utility center 4 Drain the sink by removing the drain cap 5 Turn ON the water pump and allow it to run as needed 6 Make sure the water heater bypass valve is set to Normal horizontal 7 Relieve the water pressur...

Page 109: ... Make sure the low point drain valves are closed 4 Please refer to Page 120 Nautilus P1 Manual for detailed procedures and specific valve positions 5 Connect a garden hose not your potable water hose to the winterization fill place the other end in the container of chlorine solution 6 Turn on the water pump until the container containing the chlorine solution is empty 7 Complete filling the tank w...

Page 110: ...n hose into a container of RV antifreeze solution attach the other end to the winterization fill 6 Turn ON the water pump 7 Open the hot water line on ALL faucets kitchen lavatory shower and outside shower until RV antifreeze begins to flow continuously 8 Close the faucet hot water lines and repeat with the cold water lines on all the faucets Do not forget to run RV anti freeze through the toilet ...

Page 111: ...ity Exceeding individual tire ratings and or the GAWR or GVWR Potential damage to suspension components such as springs tires and axles Reduced hitch weight if your RV holding tank s are located behind the axles Trailer sway and other handling difficulties as a result of the hitch weight being too light Before using the RV or after dumping the grey and black water holding tanks always add the prop...

Page 112: ...needed to thoroughly flush solids and ensure that waste materials empty from the drain line into the tank Sewage black tank preparation 1 Release one to two quarts 1 or 2 liters of water into the toilet bowl 2 Pour the recommended quantity of holding tank chemical customer supplied into the toilet bowl per the manufacturer s directions 3 Flush the toilet and allow at least two gallons 8 liters of ...

Page 113: ...to help prevent odors from escaping into the RV During travel water from the P traps may spill and permit odors into the RV By adding water and using a RV approved deodorizing agent you will dissolve the contents faster and will keep the drain lines and tanks clean and free flowing These chemicals are available at an RV supply store or your dealer Vents Vent Pipes Another important part of this sy...

Page 114: ...valve by carefully pulling it out towards you close it by pushing it shut when the black water holding tank is emptied 5 Similarly open each grey tank dump valve one at a time and close it after each grey holding tank is emptied 6 Remove clean and store the sewer hose 7 Close the sewer hose housing dust cap You can locate many dump stations throughout the United States and Canada in Woodall s Rand...

Page 115: ...r hose 3 Be sure the black tank gate valve is in the OPEN position 4 Open the water supply to full pressure to flush the tank 5 When the water runs clear from the sewer hose shut off the water supply and disconnect the garden hose from the water source 6 Do not disconnect hose from the Tank Flush Inlet until all water has drained from the system DO NOT add any check valves to this system or leave ...

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Page 133: ... Maintenance Although both Grand Design RV and your selling dealer carefully test the propane system for leaks travel vibrations can loosen fittings Have the RV s propane system checked at all connections soon after your purchase System should also be checked when the propane tanks are filled for the first time and again after 5 000 miles of travel Continue propane system checks by a qualified pro...

Page 134: ...lose properly DOT Department Of Transportation cylinders are the most common for use on RV trailers DOT cylinders equipped with an OPD and ACME type 1 service valve are identified by the triangu lar service valve knob ALWAYS close the service valve and install a dust cap or plug when transporting or storing disconnected containers whether full or empty DOT cylinders are typically marked with top o...

Page 135: ...s line joints and fittings If a leak is present the soapy solution will bubble at the leak point As a general rule small bubbles indicate a small leak while large bubbles indicate a larger leak NEVER use a solution containing ammonia or chlorine when locating leaks These products are corrosive to copper gas lines and brass fittings which could result in deterioration of the copper and brass compon...

Page 136: ...ch the 1 4 inverted flare x 18 Type 1 pigtail hose to the regulator inlet and the right hand swivel nut to the cylinder valve 7 Attach the main supply hose from the regulator to the brass manifold fitting in the frame of the trailer The swivel brass nut on the main hose will be your final attachment Remember each time the propane container is removed Check that ALL fittings are tight Check that AL...

Page 137: ...ety will be affected If the pressure is too low the appliances will not operate correctly If your RV is equipped with the automatic two stage regulator with both cylinders full of propane turn the lever on the regu lator towards the cylinder you wish to use first This will now be the supply cylinder and the other the reserve Slowly open both cylinder valves The indicator on top of the regulator wi...

Page 138: ...ockwise to tighten The P O L fitting has been designed to help restrict the flow of LP gas in the event of a regulator failure or hose malfunction Cooking with Propane Unlike homes the amount of oxygen supply is limited due to the size of the RV Proper ventilation when using the cooking appliance s will help you avoid the danger of asphyxiation For additional safety instructions See Page 139 Appli...

Page 139: ... pane system tested 4 Light the appliances as directed in the appropriate manufacturer manual from your Owner Information Package BEFORE using the propane system make sure that you read and understand ALL instructions and safety requirements The Owner Information Package contains operator manuals for the various appliances hooked to your propane system If you have additional questions or concerns ...

Page 140: ...ane is minimal During cool temperature or high wind conditions furnace consumption can be extremely high To calculate your propane supply take the BTU ratings for your propane appliances and divide that into the BTU availability Each gallon of propane 3 86 liters produces about 91 500 BTUs 46 514 kilojoules of heat energy The following chart provides Average Propane Consumption information Applian...

Page 141: ...e food items should be arranged so air can circulate freely Keep the area at the back of the refrigerator clean and free of debris Also check that the exterior refrigerator vent is free of any obstructions i e spider webs bird nests etc Use a soft cloth to dust off the debris For optimum efficiency and per formance it is recommended the refrigerator be checked at least twice a year as part of the ...

Page 142: ...s oven ignites using a pilot light If you have any questions contact your dealer or our customer service depart ment Do not use the oven as a storage area For additional information refer to the manufacturer s owners manual includ ed in the warranty packet Do not turn the gas range burner controls ON and allow propane gas to escape before lighting During and after use do not touch or let clothing ...

Page 143: ...if you can attempt to put it out If it is large or the fire is fuel fed get clear of the RV and have the Fire Department handle the emer gency 3 Try to smother a flaming pan with a tight fitting lid or cookie sheet 4 Never pick up a flaming pan 5 Flaming grease outside of the pan can be extinguished with baking soda or a multipurpose dry chemical or foam type fire extinguisher If using glass ceram...

Page 144: ...Select speaker output using the controls on the radio face radio sound does not run through the sound bar CD operation 1 Turn ON the radio 2 Select speaker output using the controls on the radio face radio sound does not run through the sound bar 3 Insert CD to play TV operation 1 Turn on the TV power supply 2 Crank the TV antenna up 3 Turn on the TV and select your signal input using the source b...

Page 145: ...pecific locations no splitters This allows for clean transfer of HD signals from the satellite dish Please refer to the customer supplied satellite manufacturer manual for setup care and maintenance instructions TV Signal Booster The TV Signal Booster must be turned ON for improved antenna reception The TV Signal Booster sends 12 volt DC power to the TV roof antenna This voltage energizes the tran...

Page 146: ...ress the button and rotate the antenna all of the way in one direction until it hits the stop 3 Scan for channels on the TV or TV converter box per the manufacturer s instructions Note how many channels are received 4 Press the button and rotate antenna 90 degrees Scan again Note how many channels are received 5 Press the button and rotate antenna 90 degrees Scan again Note how many channels are r...

Page 147: ...air it intakes by 20 F During hot weather through the day your RV will absorb heat increasing the inside temperature This is referred to as heat gain To keep the inside temperature comfortable reducing heat gain of the RV is just as important as the cooling ability of your air conditioner To reduce heat gain follow these steps 1 Park the RV in a shaded area 2 CLOSE the blinds or drapes 3 Use the a...

Page 148: ...airflow as needed they should NOT be completely closed Furnace The RV furnace installed in the RV is controlled by a thermostat The furnace requires both 12 volt power and propane gas for full operation Make sure you have sufficient power available before operating your furnace NEVER attempt to repair the furnace yourself ALWAYS have your furnace maintenance completed by a qualified technician at ...

Page 149: ...matically lifts open and fan starts running at the last selected speed Press FAN OFF Vent closes and shuts off the fan motor Press FAN ON with the fan running cycles through the 4 fan speeds Fan is Exhaust Only Vent OPEN button Opens the vent without running the fan motor Vent CLOSE button closes the vent if the fan motor is running it will continue to run and enter Ceiling Fan mode Thermostat Use...

Page 150: ...if you will be away from the RV for an extended period of time For more information please refer to the awning manufacturer s user manual Exterior 110V Awning Accessories Plug The GFCI outlet located by the door side slideout is intended as a convenient connection for awning lighting accessories customer supplied Slideout Awnings If equipped a slideout awning also called a topper will automaticall...

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Page 152: ...iliary battery is fully charged or the RV is connected to shore power Turn off all unnecessary lights to maximize available power 3 Close all cabinet doors and drawers 4 BEFORE extending or retracting Check that the interior path of the slideout room is clear of people pets furniture clothing etc Check that the exterior path of the slideout room is free from any obstructions Stand clear of the roo...

Page 153: ... debris or any water that may accumulate When you retract the slideout any debris on the outside of the room is brought inside your RV BEFORE retracting the slideout s Inspect the outside surfaces for snow ice dirt dust insect nests etc Check for standing water on the slideout topper awning if so equipped Wipe the outside surfaces of the room and mechanism dry and or clean as much as possible If y...

Page 154: ... every 12 months 4 Remove dirt and road debris from the slideout arms and cylinders as needed 5 Slideouts that stay in the extended position for long periods require protection from the elements Spray the exposed cylinder rods with a silicone lubricant every seven 7 days If your RV is located in a salty environment spray the rods every two 2 to three 3 days Filling the reservoir The Lippert hydrau...

Page 155: ...e moving parts clean when oper ating in harsh environments road salt ice buildup etc They can be washed with mild soap and water No grease or lubri cation is necessary and in some situations may be detrimental to the long term dependability of the hydraulic slide system Check for any visible signs of external damage or leakage be fore and after movement of the slide When the rooms are out visually...

Page 156: ...sert the crank handle extension Turn clockwise to RETRACT the slideout room Turn counter clockwise to EXTEND the slideout room Use EXTREME CAUTION if using the manual override feature to extend and or retract the room It is possible to extend or retract the slideout beyond the maximum open or closed positions This can result in damage to the slide components slide room structure or trim components...

Page 157: ...or Check that the motor leads under the RV chassis are in good condition These connections are subject to dam age from road debris When operating the Lippert electric slideout system in harsh environments i e road salt ice buildup etc keep all moving parts clean washing them as needed with mild soap and water Grease or lubrication is NOT necessary It could even harm the long term dependability of ...

Page 158: ...ickly press a seventh 7th time and hold for approximately five 5 seconds 3 The RED and GREEN LED lights will begin to flash con firming the override mode 4 Release the MODE button 5 Back inside the RV press and hold the Slide Room 2 switch IN button until the room retracts completely During this override procedure the Schwintek slide room motors are not synchronized Visually watch the slide room a...

Page 159: ...avel Disengage motors manually retract room and travel lock 1 Locate and remove motor retention screw located near the top of each vertical column on the outside behind the bulb seal 2 Bend back the wipe seal and visually locate motor 3 Pull the motor up until disengaged about 1 2 Replace the motor retention screw to hold the motor in this position 4 Repeat this process for both sides of the slide...

Page 160: ...sive motor current high amperage also indicated by one 1 side of slide continually stalling 6 Motor short circuit motor or wiring to motor has shorted out 8 Hall signal not present encoder is not providing a signal usually a wiring problem 9 Hall power short to ground power to encoder has been shorted to ground usually a wiring problem When an error code is present the board needs to be reset Ener...

Page 161: ...s a separate motor to operate each side of the room If only one side of the room moves a short distance 2 to 4 inches and stops Will non moving side move with help If only one 1 side of the room is moving then with someone s assistance press the switch to extend or re tract the room while pushing the non moving side in the appropriate direction On larger rooms it may be neces sary to have two 2 or...

Page 162: ...Hide A Bed Sofa Hide A Bed Sofa 1 Remove the seat back cushions 2 Lift up and out on the front edge of the sofa uncovering the legs 3 Fully extend the legs on both sides Extend Both Legs Lift Front of Sofa ...

Page 163: ...161 Converted Hide A Bed Sofa Sofa Back Folded Down Hide A Bed Sofa 4 Pull the sofa forward and place the legs flat on the floor 5 Pull the sofa back forward and lay flat 5 Pull Lay Flat 4 Pull Forward ...

Page 164: ...ion Avoid using ammonia based products or silicone oils as they may cause damage if used over a long period of time Although the finish is durable and resistant to most house hold spills they should be wiped up promptly to avoid any potential problems Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight high tem peratures or high humidity These conditions can cause damage to both the finish and the wood it...

Page 165: ...a damp sponge Stubborn stains can be re moved with a general purpose spray cleaner Some stains can be removed by squeezing fresh lemon juice over the stain and allowing the juice to soak for approximately for ty five minutes After 45 minutes sprinkle baking soda over the lemon juice and rub with a soft cloth Solid surface countertops Solid surface materials are easy to care for Soapy water ammonia...

Page 166: ...at you vacuum the carpet frequently Have tough and deep stains pro fessionally steam cleaned Use spot removers for minor spills Always test the carpet for color fastness in an inconspicuous area before using any product Vinyl flooring Periodically vacuum or sweep to remove dirt and gritty parti cles Although most common spills will not permanently stain the vinyl floors they are usually easier to ...

Page 167: ...T rub it in or saturate the area DO NOT use solvents They may have an adverse reaction to the specific backing of your upholstery fabric DO NOT dry clean vinyl components If they are dry cleaned the vinyl on the reverse side will shrink become hard and crack Clean the suede or vinyl upholstery ONLY as recommended Using other processes than those listed may produce unde sired results and possibly d...

Page 168: ...urer s instruc tions To convert the hide a bed back into the upright sofa position reverse the process See Page 160 Safe Your RV may have a safe installed in the closet The safe is intended to help to safeguard valuable items however Grand Design RV cannot be held liable for loss of personal property that is placed within the safe To secure items in the safe utilize the key provided with the safe ...

Page 169: ...mild dish soap and water to clean these fixtures Do not use harsh chemicals or sprays A mild solution of vinegar and water works well to remove hard water spots and stains from the sink or shower fixture Stainless Steel Sink Appliances DO NOT use abrasive cleaners scouring pads or steel wool DO NOT use oven cleaner or any cleaners containing bleach or chloride Hard water that evaporates on a Stain...

Page 170: ...ustrial Fallout Pollution UV Exposure and Moisture Cleaning the Exterior Frequent washings also protect your RV from environmental elements such as rain snow and salt air Wash your RV as soon as possible if it becomes contami nated with foreign material Avoid parking under trees or near ocean sea salt DO NOT scrape ice or snow from the painted surface brush off the affected area If anti freeze gas...

Page 171: ...he nozzle at right angles to the surface If chalking occurs first wash and wax a small area to see if the luster returns Have your dealer inspect the RV If the exterior becomes scratched nicked or cracked During cold weather If the slideout or door is frozen opening it by force may tear off or crack the rubber gasket that is installed around the slideout or door Pour warm water on the gasket to me...

Page 172: ...r paint Carefully check the body areas facing the road and the tires for damage to the paint coat caused by flying stones etc Cleaning plastic parts Use a sponge or chamois to clean plastic parts Use warm water and a soft cloth or chamois to remove any white residue from dark colored plastic surfaces Do not use a scrubbing brush or other hard tools as they may damage the plastic sur face Do not us...

Page 173: ... Sealant over top of any existing sealant needing resealed Please note ONLY ALPHA SUPPLIED SEALANTS SHOULD COME IN CONTACT WITH THE SUPERFLEX ROOF MEMBRANE Sidewall Vents Water heater furnace and refrigerator exterior doors need to be kept clean and free of obstructions while the appliances if so equipped are in use Inspect the refrigerator and holding tank vents for blockages from bird or insect ...

Page 174: ...ted while traveling In addition extra weight behind the axle may reduce the hitch weight leading to adverse handling conditions from wind gusts and or passing traffic Roof Ladder Your RV may be equipped with an optional roof ladder The RV roof has decking under the rubber roof membrane to allow you to walk on the roof with caution to do maintenance Sealant Sealants perform a very important functio...

Page 175: ... that was removed If you notice water inside the RV immediately have the dealer check for the source of the leak Failure to correct the leak may result in serious damage to your RV this damage may not be warrantable If you have questions and or need assis tance with sealing your RV consult with your RV dealer RV Storage Properly preparing your RV for storage during periods of non usage will preven...

Page 176: ...er gray water and black water 12 Remove all customer supplied batteries from the RV and store in a place where they will not freeze Batteries that have been frozen will never hold a proper charge 13 Thoroughly wash the interior and the exterior of your RV 14 Store your RV indoors under a roof or purchase a breathable cover for use during storage 15 To prevent weather checking and other UV damage c...

Page 177: ...tions re torque as needed Sanitize the fresh water system Test the safety alarms First two hundred miles Check wheel nuts at specified intervals to listed torque values Re torque as needed Have brakes adjusted by a qualified service technician Each trip Inspect and reseal as needed Check the auxiliary battery Have the propane system checked for leaks by your dealer Check running lights Check tire ...

Page 178: ...on Check u bolts springs hangers for damage Check torque all bolts see mfg guide for specs Baggage Doors Confirm that doors seal tight and are not leaking Spray lock tumblers with dry graphite Brakes Wheel Hubs Check amp draw shoe wear adjustment see mfg guide for specs Lube bearings as needed Electrical System Check and service batteries Test all GFI outlets Service generator if equipped per mfg ...

Page 179: ...tor setting checked by dealer Plumbing System Check hoses fittings and pipes for leak Tighten as required Lubricate termination gate valve cables WD40 or lithium grease Winterize system cold weather locations Roof And Roof Attachments Inspect sealant for voids gaps cracks and re seal as necessary Clean roof with water and mild detergent Clean and lube roof vent mechanisms with light oil Safety Equ...

Page 180: ...eep entrance doors closed Use awnings Avoid using heat producing appliances Make sure the outside coil is not blocked or damaged Have your dealer check to make sure you have the proper voltage Should your air conditioner still not work after completing the above checks contact a qualified service facility to perform more extensive testing Electrical Power No AC power to RV Check circuit breakers a...

Page 181: ...ersists Interior Lights Lights flicker Loose or defective bulb Tighten or replace as needed Converter is overheating Open the cover to cool down and reduce the load by turning off some 12 volt lights Lights dim or are half bright Low battery connection Check battery condition and recharge if necessary Possible converter malfunction Have converter checked by an authorized service center Possible lo...

Page 182: ...s F check the wiring or sending unit for malfunction Have it inspected by a certified technician Outside Receptacle No power to outside receptacle Make sure you have power to the shoreline Check breaker on generator GFCI receptacle switch may be off or tripped Re set GFCI at receptacle in bathroom or kitchen Check the breaker in the power center or panel box Contact a dealer or qualified RV techni...

Page 183: ...ut of fuel Generator will not operate when the fuel tank is less than full Generator may be low on oil Check the oil level Nothing happens when the generator start button is pushed Check that the battery disconnect switch button is pushed Check 12 Volt fuse on generator Reset circuit breaker if necessary Contact your dealer or a qualified RV technician if problem is not resolved Generator starts b...

Page 184: ...bstructed Have a qualified RV technician make sure the burner jets or burners are not dirty or damaged Have a qualified RV technician check the fuses in the black electrical box on the rear of the refrigerator IF YOU SMELL PROPANE 1 Extinguish any open flames pilot lights and all smoking materials 2 Do not touch electrical switches 3 Shut off the propane supply at the container valve s or propane ...

Page 185: ...om Verify exterior seals are against the room at the top corners and not turned in when the room is out horizontal seal overlaps vertical Also check for voids in the seal on the slide roof and side panels Make sure weep hole in ramp pan is open and unobstructed Room will not move in or out Check the auto resetting fuse located by the slideout motor See the manufacturer s manual Check battery condi...

Page 186: ...irection of sending station Point antenna in proper direction Cut or torn cable Have your dealer or qualified RV technician replace bad cable where needed at TV and antenna Antenna will not rotate Make sure button on the side of knob is fully depressed Possible obstruction tree branch etc Remove the obstruction Check to make sure roof sealant is not restricting rotation Waste Tank Waste tank black...

Page 187: ...ater supply that is your pump or your water hookup source 2 Drain your water heater tank by removing the drain plug Approximately two quarts of water will remain in the bot tom of the tank If you notice during the draining that the water is flowing sporadically or slowly instead of flowing freely you should open your relief valve to allow air into the tank 3 If the water does not flow freely take ...

Page 188: ...l pressure may be pumped into the unit either through the inlet or outlet found on the rear of the water tank or using the relief valve inlet located on the front of the unit 6 Continue this flushing process for approximately five 5 minutes allowing ample time for the fresh water to agitate the stagnant water on the bottom of the tank and force the deposits through the drain opening 7 Upon complet...

Page 189: ...not shut off runs when faucet is closed Turn off the pump or city water supply Check for damp areas around plumbing appliances Check plumbing for leaks and inspect for leaky valves on toilet Have the pump checked by your dealer or a qualified RV technician Water System Wet areas near water connections pump runs while the faucets are closed and no other fresh water fixtures are being used There is ...

Page 190: ... while others are operated electrically BLACK WATER Term associated with the sewage holding tank The toilet drains directly into this tank BLUE BOY Also known as a honey pot Refers to a portable waste holding tank that has wheels on one end These tanks often are manufactured out of blue plastic hence the nickname BOON DOCKING Also known as dry camping Camping without electrical and water hookups B...

Page 191: ...opping down through the vent while still allowing moist air to escape Using the roof vent fan when showering or the stove vent fan when cooking also helps prevent excess moisture buildup CONVERTER A device that converts 120 volt A C alternating current to 12 volt DC di rect current The RV devices mostly run on 12 volt DC power that is supplied by the battery which allows the RV to function indepen...

Page 192: ...ling air at various vents located throughout the RV DUCTED HEAT Warm air from the furnace supplied to various locations in the RV through a ducting system located in the floor Similar to house heating systems DUMP STATION Site where you drain your gray water waste and your black water sewage tanks In most states it is illegal to drain your tanks anywhere except dump stations DUMP VALVE Another nam...

Page 193: ...GCC Means the maximum carrying capacity of your camper The GCC is equal to the GVWR minus UVW The GCC will be reduced by the weight of fresh water or other tanks propane occupants personal items or dealer installed accessories GROSS COMBINED WEIGHT RATING GCWR The MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE COM BINED WEIGHT of the tow vehicle and attached towed vehicle GCWR assumes that both vehicles have functioning brake...

Page 194: ...e and cable TV in some campgrounds HOUSE BATTERY One or more batteries in a RV for operating the 12 volt lights appliances and systems House batteries can be 12 volt units tied in parallel or pairs of 6 volt batteries tied in series to double the voltage The term house battery is of more significance in motor homes because they contain one or more other batteries for the operation of the engine re...

Page 195: ... significant portion of the RV s weight LP GAS Liquefied Petroleum Gas commonly written as LP Gas Two examples of LP Gas are propane and butane LP Gas is heavier than air in gas form and about half the weight of water in liquid form LP gas is used to fuel appliances in the RV such as the stove oven water heater and refrigerator Propane tanks are usually rated as pounds or gallons LOW POINT The low...

Page 196: ... connections at all PROPANE LPG or liquefied petroleum gas used in RVs for heating cooking and refrigera tion Also called bottle gas for manner in which it is sold and stored This is the proper term in the RV industry when referring to LP Gas PULL THROUGH SITES Campsites you can drive through and park without having to back up into the site REFER Slang for refrigerator Refrigerators are often foun...

Page 197: ...to prevent surges or spikes in electrical current that may damage the RV s electrical electronic components SWAY Fishtailing action of the trailer caused by external forces that set the trailer s mass into a lateral side to side motion The trailer s wheels serve as the axis or pivot point Also known as yaw THERMOCOUPLE A thermocouple is a device that monitors the pilot flame of a pilot model propa...

Page 198: ...es and signal lights Also referred to as the 7 way power cord UNDERBELLY The RV s under floor surface which is protected by a weatherproofed material UTQGL UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADE LABELING A program that is directed by the government to provide consumers with information about three characteristics of the tire tread wear traction and temperature Following government prescribed test procedures t...

Page 199: ...3 lbs per gallon Gasoline 6 3 lbs per gallon Diesel fuel 6 6 lbs per gallon WIDE BODY An RV having an external body width greater than 96 inches 8 feet The most common wide body widths are 100 and 102 WINTERIZED Refers to a camper that has been prepared for storage The water systems have been drained and RV antifreeze has been added to protect the water lines and drains The low point drains should...

Page 200: ... 39 Cargo Carrying Capacity Label 57 CCC Cargo Carrying Capacity 56 Chemical Sensitivity Outgassing 40 48 Cold Weather Use 50 Condensation 49 50 Converter 92 Electrical Load Ratings 97 Electronics 142 Emergency Egress Window 37 Emergency Weather Planning 34 Exterior Care 168 Exterior Roof 171 Federal Certification Label 57 Fire Extinguisher 36 Fire Safety 35 Formaldehyde 48 Fresh Water Holding Tan...

Page 201: ...age Black Tank Preparation 110 Sewer Tank Flusher 113 Slideout Systems 150 Electric 158 Hydraulic 156 Schwintek 156 159 Smoke Alarm 38 Tire and Loading Information Label 57 Tire Maintenance Basic 61 Tire Safety Tips 65 TV Roof Antenna 144 Unhitching from a Tow Vehicle 86 UVW Unloaded Vehicle Weight 56 Warranty 1 One Year Limited Base 17 Warranty 3 Three Year Limited Structural 23 Warranty Service ...

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