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Gulf Stream 8404 WFD, Owner'S Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS 

 
 

GULF STREAM WARRANTY

………………………………………………………………………………………… 1 

LP GAS SAFETY

………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 2 

GENERAL SAFETY

………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 3 

SEAT BELT USAGE…………………………………………………………………………………………………….…….. 3 
CHILD’S SAFETY SEATS…………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 3 
SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE…………………………………………………………………………………………………. 4 
SEAT BELT MOUNTING……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4 
FIRE SAFETY………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 4 
SMOKE DETECTOR………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 4 
CARBON MONOXIDE SAFETY……………………………………………………………………………………………… 4 
LP GAS SAFETY………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 5 
GASOLINE TANK SAFETY…………………………………………………………………………………………………… 5 

VEHICLE LOADING

……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 5 

CARRYING CAPACITY……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 5 
LOADING TIPS………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 5 
MANUFACTURER’S LABELS…………………………………………………………………………………………………6 
FEDERAL WEIGHT DEFINITIONS………………………………………………………………………………………….. 6 
DETERMINING WEIGHT AND WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION………………………………………………………………… 7 
METHOD OF WEIGHING YOUR VEHICLE………………………………………………………………………………… 7 
WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION FORMULAS……………………………………………………………………………………… 7 
VEHICLE WEIGHT PLANNING GUIDE…………………………………………………………………………………….. 8 
AIR BAG WARNING…………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 8 
DANGERS OF OVERLOADING……………………………………………………………………………………………… 8 
VEHICLE TOWING (DINGHY)……………………………………………………………………………………………….. 9 
VEHICLE WEIGHT INFORMATION LABEL………………………………………………………………………………… 9 

TIRES

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 9 

TIRE MARKINGS………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 9 
TIRE LOAD RATINGS………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 9 
TIRE AIR PRESSURE………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 9 
TIRE MAINTENANCE…………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 9 

EMERGENCY TOWING OF THE MOTOR HOME

……………………………………………………………. 10 

DAY-TO-DAY OPERATION

…………………………………………………………………………………………… 10 

DRIVING TECHNIQUES……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 10 
GROUND CLEARANCE………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 10 
WARM WEATHER/HIGH ELEVATION OPERATION……………………………………………………………………… 10 

DRIVER CONTROLS

…………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 10 

BRAKES………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 10 
ANTI-LOCKING BRAKING SYSTEMS (ABS)………………………………………………………………………………. 11 
PAC BRAKES AND JAKE BRAKES…………………………………………………………………………………………. 11 
DASHBOARD INSTRUMENTS………………………………………………………………………………………………. 11 
UNUSED DASHBOARD SWITCH LOCATIONS…………………………………………………………………………… 12 
DASH SWITCH SYMBOLS…………………………………………………………………………………………………… 12 
STARTING AND VEHICLE WARM UP……………………………………………………………………………………… 12 
TURBO DIESEL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS…………………………………………………………………………..  12 
JUMP STARTING……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 12 

COACH SYSTEMS

……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 13 

SAFETY…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 13 
ELECTRICAL…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 13 
12-VOLT/110-VOLT……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 13 
30-AMP AND 50-AMP 110-VOLT SERVICE………………………………………………………………………………... 14 
POWER CONVERTER………………………………………………………………………………………………………... 15 
GROUND FAULT INTERRUPTER…………………………………………………………………………………………… 15 
AUTOMOTIVE 12-VOLT SYSTEM……………………………………………………………………………………………15 
BATTERY……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 16 
BATTERY TYPES AND CHARGING………………………………………………………………………………………… 16 
ONBOARD AUXILIARY POWER GENERATOR…………………………………………………………………………… 16 
INVERTER……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 16 

Summary of Contents for 8404 WFD

Page 1: ...www gulfstreamRV com ...

Page 2: ...the same roads many of our customers travel each year It s been our experience that if a customer plans well follows the basic rules of the road and the design limitations placed on their vehicle and its equipment that they will enjoy thousands of carefree miles That s why we ve included this operator s manual in your Owner s Packet along with the individual instruction booklets for all your appli...

Page 3: ...HT INFORMATION LABEL 9 TIRES 9 TIRE MARKINGS 9 TIRE LOAD RATINGS 9 TIRE AIR PRESSURE 9 TIRE MAINTENANCE 9 EMERGENCY TOWING OF THE MOTOR HOME 10 DAY TO DAY OPERATION 10 DRIVING TECHNIQUES 10 GROUND CLEARANCE 10 WARM WEATHER HIGH ELEVATION OPERATION 10 DRIVER CONTROLS 10 BRAKES 10 ANTI LOCKING BRAKING SYSTEMS ABS 11 PAC BRAKES AND JAKE BRAKES 11 DASHBOARD INSTRUMENTS 11 UNUSED DASHBOARD SWITCH LOCAT...

Page 4: ...RIZING BYPASS ON MANIFOLD 21 DRAINAGE AND SEWER 21 DRAINAGE P TRAPS 22 HOLDING TANKS 22 EMPTYING HOLDING TANKS 22 HOLDING TANK MAINTENANCE 22 DO S AND DON TS OF HOLDING TANK USE 22 HOLDING TANK FLUSH SYSTEM 22 WATER SYSTEM WINTERIZING 23 APPLIANCES 23 WATER HEATER 24 RANGE 24 MICROWAVE 24 REFRIGERATOR 24 FURNACE 24 AIR CONDITIONER ROOF 25 FANTASTIC FAN OPERATION 25 EFFECTS OF LONG TERM OCCUPANCY 2...

Page 5: ...eserve evidence will result in loss of the claim The owner at his expense will deliver the recreational vehicle to the dealer or authorized repair location or manufacturing plant for warranty service as designated 4 WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY EXPRESS WARRANTY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER RETAIL SOLD UNITS FOR WHICH GULF STREAM HAS NOT RECEIVED THE GULF STREAM COACH INC WARRANTY REGISTRATION NO...

Page 6: ...ealer for service 2 If you are traveling or move any authorized dealer may provide service Keep your warranty registration form with the vehicle at all times since it must be presented for warranty service This form is your proof of purchase and provides the date of retail sale both of which are necessary to determine warranty eligibility 3 If you cannot locate an authorized Gulf Stream dealer con...

Page 7: ...e blockage could result in excessive gas pressure and therefore possibly cause a fire or explosion Notice All LP gas regulators are factory tested for proper pressure output Pressure output should be checked periodically by a qualified LP dealer Only qualified persons should install adjust or service LP gas regulators If service is needed contact a qualified LP dealer APPROACHING THE OPEN ROAD IN ...

Page 8: ...E Your RV has been equipped with a fire extinguisher MAKE SURE EVERYONE KNOWS WHERE IT IS LOCATED HOW TO OPERATE IT AND WHAT TYPES OF FIRES IT IS DESIGNED TO HANDLE Check the extinguisher on a regular basis to make sure it is charged SMOKE DETECTOR All units are equipped with a smoke detector Check its operation on a regular basis If it does not check properly get is serviced or replaced prior to ...

Page 9: ...g to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration figures an average vehicle occupant weighs 150 pounds each gallon of gasoline weighs six 6 pounds and each gallon of water weighs over eight 8 pounds The operator is responsible for analyzing the conditions in which the motor home will be utilized for each trip and ensuring the vehicle is not overloaded The number of passengers and placement of c...

Page 10: ...ear flashlight highway warning devices and an electric cord or light The difference between the empty weight and the weight of the motor home in traveling configuration is your usable load If the loaded weight of your motor home exceeds the GVWR or the weight on any axle exceeds that axle s GAWR the motor home is overloaded and you ll have to remove items to bring the weight down to or below the G...

Page 11: ...distribute or remove a portion of the cargo until the weight is within the proper limit as listed on the Federal ID Sticker and for which the vehicle has been engineered NOTE DO NOT FORGET THAT WATER USED FROM THE FRESH WATER SUPPLY GOES INTO THE WASTE WATER HOLDING TANK IF YOU REFILL THE FRESH WATER TANK PRIOR TO DUMPING THE WASTE WATER THE WEIGHT OF THE VEHICLE IS SUBSTANTIALLY MORE THAN WHEN YO...

Page 12: ...H ITS ROAD HANDLING CAPABILITIES DO NOT USE SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAGS ON YOUR MOTOR HOME IF SUPPLEMENTAL CAPABILITY FOR THE SUSPENSION IS DESIRED YOU ARE ATTEMPTING TO CARRY MORE CARGO THAN THE VEHICLE WAS DESIGNED FOR UPGRADING WITH ADDITIONAL SPRINGS HIGHER CAPACITY SHOCK ABSORBERS CO COIL OVER SHOCKS WILL ALSO VOID YOUR WARRANTY ALWAYS BE MINDFUL THAT YOUR VEHICLE WAS DESIGNED FOR THE MAXIMUM WEIGH...

Page 13: ...ment In this case the width is 225 millimeters wide 75 indicates the height to width ratio of the tire R identifies the construction type of the tire R Radial B Bias belted D Diagonal Bias Some tires may have a speed designation label in front of the construction type Example MR tires are rated for use up to 81 mph SR tires up to 112 mph ZR tires carry the highest speed rating and are safe for spe...

Page 14: ...ng the main roadway drives parking lots side roads etc Become familiar with the rear overhand characteristics of your individual unit This will help you avoid damage to the undercarriage behind the rear axle The nature of your unit is such that you will not be able to access as many areas as easily as you would in a car Warm weather high climate operation Although Gulf Stream vehicles are designed...

Page 15: ...Both are good systems and are recommended if you feel you need to supplement your existing braking system to reduce wear Otherwise down shifting the transmission within the vehicle s limits is the next best way to reduce wear on your brakes Pac Brakes and Jake Brakes will down shift for you Please contact your chassis manufacturer for further information on these systems Dashboard Instruments Whil...

Page 16: ...ly and uniformly Jump Starting If you encounter a dead battery or a low battery and cannot get the vehicle to start on its own you may need to get a jump start Before doing this if your vehicle is equipped with an emergency start switch follow the starting instructions on the switch to try and avoid using jumper cables Usually this requires one person to hold the emergency start button in the outs...

Page 17: ...hen dining area near floor Sounds alarm if it detects LP gas Test regularly Consult LP gas detector owner s manual CARBON MONOXIDE CO DETECTOR Located in rear hall or sleeping area Sounds alarm if it detects Carbon Monoxide Test regularly Consult CO detector owner s manual SAFETY BELTS Seats that are designated to be used while the vehicle is in motion are equipped with lap shoulder belts Flat met...

Page 18: ... campgrounds This makes 30 amp service the most user friendly as far as availability If your vehicle is equipped with 50 amp service you will be able to run any installed appliance at any time when a 50 amp service park is available or you are running your generator 50 amp service is also 110 volt service but it is capable of running up to 50 amps of draw Some people believe that 50 amp service is...

Page 19: ...pter Your unit is equipped with a Ground Fault Interrupter that will stop the current in the event of a short Refer to your manufacturer s owner s manual on how to reset the GFI FIG 8 FIG 8 GFI RECEPTACLE Automotive 12 volt system The vehicle s alternator provides power to charge both the automotive 12 volt battery and the coach house batteries An isolator relay system prevents the RV battery from...

Page 20: ...ur battery you think you need Keep in mind that you should recharge your batteries when they are 50 discharged so only half of the amp hour rating is actually used Completely charging wet cell deep cycle batteries requires the battery voltage to be raised beyond what is known as the gassing point This is the voltage at which the battery begins to bubble and gas is given off If charging stops short...

Page 21: ...ain a television 75 ohm RF antenna hookup TV Antenna and Cable Connections Usually each coach is equipped with two 2 signals to choose from newer models may have three due to mini dishes The two most common signals include the roof top antenna and the external cable source In the cable system the most important part is the selector box All signals come from and go to this box The box is passive an...

Page 22: ...inue to vaporize down to 44 degrees F Propane has become the main type of LP gas used in RVs in recent years Butane should not be used The LP gas dealer will have the correct type or blend for his locale If you plan on traveling from a warm climate to a cold climate check with your local gas dealer to see if the blend he supplies is appropriate for the part of the county you plan on visiting Opera...

Page 23: ... regulator Be sure to have your LP gas supplier add ANHYDROUS METHANOL before filling the tank in cold weather Moisture may enter the tank in the LP gas through condensation if air is allowed to enter the tank through an open valve This can be avoided by using moisture free gas and keeping all tank valves CLOSED during storage If moisture is present have the tank purged by an authorized dealer and...

Page 24: ...TER PRESSURE CAN EXPAND THE TANK AND CAUSE STRUCTURAL DAMAGE Use only fresh potable water in the storage tank To insure that the tank is clean drain after each trip Sanitize the tank when new whenever contamination is suspected or whenever it has not been used for a long period of time Quick Fill water supply Some coaches come equipped with a Quick Fill water supply FIG 13A connection for supplyin...

Page 25: ... the supply lines labeled Kitchen sink This will allow water supply to all other fixtures during service or replacement The water manifold is located in an exterior compartment To activate water on a specific valve use the provided key and turn the lever until it is lined up with the indicated arrows left right To shut off water supply to a specific line turn the key turn in either direction up do...

Page 26: ...of build up on the monitor probes in the side of the tank and future monitor reading problems even if this is the first time you have used your RV One way to help flush them out is to drain them at the campground then fill each tank half full of water for the trip home The constant agitation while driving home usually does a good job of cleaning the tanks Then before you arrive at home stop at a l...

Page 27: ... Drain the WASTE WATER HOLDING TANK 8 Double check that ALL WATER has been drained 9 Secure all protective caps including the water tank filler city water inlet and waste drain outlet CAUTION DRAINING THE WATER SYSTEM ALONE MAY NOT BE ENOUGH TO PROVIDE COMPLETE COLD WEATHER PROTECTION FOR AN RV UNIT THAT WILL BE STORED IN AN UNHEATED ENVIRONMENT WHERE TEMPERATURES DROP BELOW FREEZING CONSULT YOUR ...

Page 28: ...rigerator the unit on your RV can be operated on LP gas and 120 volt AC electricity Read over the owner s manual provided in your owner s packet before putting the refrigerator into operation The refrigerator will not operate correctly if the vehicle is not level while parked The refrigerator coolant will not circulate properly if the unit is not level For best results make sure the outside sidewa...

Page 29: ...cool the interior by as much as 15 degrees within a short period of time When used in the exhaust mode the fan pulls hot air from high inside the coach and will pull fresh air from an open window This fan is usually controlled by a wall mounted thermostat some models have a thermostat built right on the fan which must be turned on and adjusted to your desired temperature before use The wall mounte...

Page 30: ...ubber gasket followed up by a small silicone seal where the gasket lays on the windshield Probably the most important area to check for proper seals is the roof Generally this area should be checked at least twice a year If you find any area that looks questionable reseal it The sealant that you should use depends on what type has already been applied Most rubber roofs used on RV s today use a sea...

Page 31: ...ack systems it is recommended that you read the operation manual included with the system installed on your coach optional for proper operation procedures Leveling Jack Circuit Breaker Switch If you are having trouble with the system make sure that the 50 amp 12 volt mini breaker installed in either the front or rear exterior electrical compartment has not been tripped Your batteries must be near ...

Page 32: ...ich is normal REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying Gulf Stream Coach Inc If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of ...

Page 33: ...pump OFF Fresh water tank level Waste water tank levels Toilet operational Furnace OFF LP Gas System checked Cooktop Cover CLOSED Drawers Closets Windows CLOSED START ENGINE CHECK GAUGES Horn Radio Seat adjustments Mirror adjustments Dashboard lights PRE TRIP CHECK LIST CAMPSITE FOLLOW THE ABOVE CHECK LIST WITH THESE ADDED POINT EXTERIOR Disconnect all shore lines City water electric sewer cable R...

Page 34: ...THE LP TANK 18 FIRE SAFETY 4 FRESH WATER 20 FURNACE 24 G GAS LINE CHECK LP 19 GAS TANK AND REGULATOR FREEZE UP LP 19 GASOLINE TANK SAFETY 5 GENERAL SAFETY 3 GROUND CLEARANCE 10 GROUND FAULT INTERRUPTER 15 GULF STREAM WARRANTY 1 GULF STREAMERS INTERNATIONAL RV CLUB 32 H HOLDING TANK FLUSH SYSTEM 22 HOLDING TANK MAINTENANCE 22 HOLDING TANKS 22 HOSE REPLACEMENT LP 19 I INVERTER 16 J JUMP STARTING 12 ...

Page 35: ... TV ANTENNA AND CABLE CONNECTIONS 17 U UNUSED DASHBOARD SWITCH LOCATIONS 12 V VEHICLE LOADING 5 VEHICLE MAINTENANCE 26 VEHICLE TOWING DINGHY 9 VEHICLE WEIGHT INFORMATION LABEL 9 VEHICLE WEIGHT PLANNING GUIDE 8 W WARM WEATHER HIGH ELEVATION OPERATION 10 WATER HEATER 24 WATER MANIFOLD SYSTEM 21 WATER PUMP 21 WATER SYSTEM WINTERIZING 23 WATER TANK 20 WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION FORMULAS 7 WINTERIZING BYPASS ...

Page 36: ...lace where owners of Gulf Stream RVs can relax and enjoy the many outstanding recreational activities as an associate member of our 55 acre complex The complex includes a nine hole par 3 golf course shuffleboards basketball tennis courts swimming pool a clubhouse and more 10 Hertz Discount Card As a member you receive special car rental rates discounts and program enhancements such as weekly renta...

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