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Section 3: Pre-Travel Information

Vehicle Labels

Decals and data plates used throughout the motorhome aid in its safe and efficient operation; 

others give service instructions.  Read all decals, data and instruction plates before operat-

ing your recreation vehicle.  Any decal, data or instruction plate painted over, damaged or 

removed should be replaced.

Keep a record of the 17-digit chassis vehicle identification number (VIN), the 9-digit serial 

number, and your license number in the event theft or vandalism requires you to supply this 

information to the authorities.

Weight Terms

GAWR - Gross Axle Weight Rating:  

The value specified by the vehicle manufacturer as 

the load-carrying capacity of a single axle system, as measured at the tire-to-ground inter-

faces.  This is the total weight a given axle is capable of carrying.

GCWR - Gross Combined Weight Rating:

  The value specified by the motorhome manu

-

facturer as the maximum allowable loaded weight of the motorhome in combination with its 

towed trailer or towed vehicle.  The tongue weight of a towed vehicle/ trailer counts as part 

of the motorhome cargo.

GVWR - Gross Vehicle Weight Rating:

  The value specified by the manufacturer as the 

maximum permissible weight of the fully loaded motorhome.

OCCC - Occupant and Cargo Carrying Capacity:  

Is equal to the GVWR of the mo-

torhome, minus the weight of the motorhome, as completed at the factory, minus the weight 

of all occupants, including the driver, minus the weight of all personal cargo, minus the 

weight of a full tank of chassis engine fuel and, if applicable, minus the weight of a full 

tank of propane.  The full weight of potable water, including the water heater and the tongue 

weight of a towed vehicle/ trailer counts as cargo in or on the motorhome.  Additions to or 

other changes made to the motorhome after it left the factory will affect (reduce) the OCCC.

UVW  -  Unloaded Vehicle Weight:   

The weight of this motorhome as manufactured at 

the factory with fuel, engine oil and coolants and if applicable, the weight of a full tank of 

propane.

Weight and Capacity Labels

The following labels are located on the inward-facing surface of the main entry door of the 

motorhome and on the lower sidewall left of the driver’s seat

.

OCCC Label (Occupant and Cargo Carrying Capacity):  

The upper portion of this yel-

low label is federally required and indicates the total combined weight value of occupants 

and cargo that may be placed in or on your motorhome as it was manufactured and weighed 

before leaving the factory.

  The factory-installed weight labels are specific to the recreation vehicle 

for which they are supplied and are not interchangeable.  Do not remove 

these labels from your vehicle.  If labels are missing contact your dealer 

or Customer Service for replacements.

 

Do not exceed any applicable motorhome weight ratings.  Doing so 

could damage your motorhome or affect handling and braking char-

acteristics.

 

Your motorhome braking system is designed and rated for operation 

at GVWR not GCWR.

     Table of Contents

   Maintenance Record

Summary of Contents for Alante 2021

Page 1: ...Class A Motorhome Owner s Manual 0253835 2021 2021 Asubsidiary of Thor Industries Inc...

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Page 3: ...23 Combination Carbon Monoxide Propane Alarm 24 Formaldehyde 28 Extended Or Full Time Usage 28 Cold Weather Usage 28 Condensation 28 Section 3 Pre Travel Information Vehicle Labels 31 Weight Terms 31...

Page 4: ...ideout Troubleshooting Checklist 58 Flush Floor Slideout 58 Schwintek In Wall Slideout System 60 Norco Slideout System 63 Power Gear Slideout System 64 Fig 1 Slideout Controller Power Gear Slim Rack S...

Page 5: ...uipped 91 Solar Prep if so equipped 92 Replacing Light Bulbs 92 Section 7 Fuel System Fuel Safety 93 Exhaust Gas Fumes 94 Propane Gas System if so equipped 94 Propane Gas Container 95 Servicing or Fil...

Page 6: ...trol Furnace 128 Fireplace if so equipped 128 Section 10 Appliances Microwave 129 Cooking Safety 129 Cooktops Range and Oven if so equipped 130 Range Hood if so equipped 131 Refrigerator 132 Water Hea...

Page 7: ...rior Roof and Sidewall Vents 149 Windows 150 Exterior Ladder if so equipped 150 Sealants 151 Section 14 Travel Camping Storage Checklists Travel Checklist 153 Motorhome Storage 154 Section 15 Addition...

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Page 9: ...uired service and or maintenance could result in the loss of warranty Please review the limited warranty and the limited warranties that apply to specific components offered with this vehicle Instruct...

Page 10: ...es the right to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and to make additions or improvements without incurring any obligations upon itself to install these changes o...

Page 11: ...w their billing will be handled They may choose to bill Jayco directly otherwise you are expected to pay them Have the RV repair facility inspect your RV Either they or you must call Jayco Customer Se...

Page 12: ...cantly from what is described please con tact your dealer to ensure you have the correct information Nothing in this manual creates any warranty either expressed or implied This Owner s Manual and War...

Page 13: ...ssion tires etc Consult the Chassis Guide for operat ing safety maintenance servicing instructions and warranty coverage The Chassis Guide should be considered a permanent component of the vehicle and...

Page 14: ...rd your complaint information TTY 1 800 424 9153 or 1 202 484 5238 To Contact NHTSA by mail Office of Defects Investigations CRD NVS 216 1200 New Jersey Ave SE Washington DC 20590 In Canada If you bel...

Page 15: ...provides the level of service you expect here are some sugges tions we would like to make Contact your dealer at once Do not wait until you are ready to use your RV Your dealer may not be able to serv...

Page 16: ...are the responsibility of the owner You may need to arrange for alternative accommodations for some types of repairs Please be pre pared accordingly Our Customer Service facility occasionally utilizes...

Page 17: ...ATION OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY THE SCOPE OF COVERAGE THIS LIMITED WARRANTY PROVIDES DEFECTS EXISTING AT THE TIME OF SALE THAT MANIFESTED THEM SELVES AND SURFACED DURING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY COVER AGE...

Page 18: ...tructure Components means materials and or workmanship directly attributable to Jayco relating to the lamination of the fiberglass sidewall assembly the lamination of the rear wall assembly the lamina...

Page 19: ...u discover a defect or damage to the Motorhome when you take delivery of your Motorhome you MUST notify your dealer OR Jayco within 10 days of the date of purchase to have defect or damage repaired at...

Page 20: ...and damage caused by condensation or moisture Mold Any damage caused by mold Items working as designed but that you are unhappy with Damage caused by misuse mishandling neglect abuse failure to maint...

Page 21: ...TY SHALL BE GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF INDIANA INCLUDING ITS STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS WITHOUT GIVING EF FECT TO ANY CONFLICT OF LAW RULE THAT WOULD RESULT IN THE APPLICA TION OF THE LAWS OF A...

Page 22: ...he component part if you have questions THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS YOU MAY HAVE OTH ER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE JAYCO INC 903 S Main Street P O Box 460 Middlebury IN 465...

Page 23: ...now how to operate it Your recreation vehicle may be equipped with one of the following exit window styles Flip latch style 2 per window Push up on the front lip of the latch and the latch unfolds Pus...

Page 24: ...rated by fire type A B and C These classifications identify the kinds of fires or burning materials they are designed to fight Class A Solid materials such as wood paper cloth rubber and some plastic...

Page 25: ...ything preventing smoke from reaching the alarm may delay or prevent an alarm Though the alarm horn in this detector meets or exceeds current UL standards it may not be heard for reasons that include...

Page 26: ...s Low Battery indicator Beeping signal indicates low battery Maintenance Vacuum off any dust on the cover of the smoke alarm using a soft brush attachment Test the smoke alarm once you have vacuumed N...

Page 27: ...cluding but not limited to acetone alcohol butane and gasoline These chemicals can be found in commonly used items such as deodorants colognes per Do not cover or obstruct the carbon monoxide propane...

Page 28: ...P tanks 4 Ventilate the RV open doors and windows 5 Alarm can be silenced for 5 minutes by pressing SILENCE TEST button 6 Red LED will flash each second while alarm is silenced 7 Original alarm state...

Page 29: ...t least once a year Clean the cover by hand using a cloth damp ened in clean water Dry with a soft cloth Do not spray the front panel of the alarm with cleaning agents or waxes This action may damage...

Page 30: ...side extrusions on compartment doors locks slide outs windows vents etc for frozen moisture before operating to avoid damage to parts Condensation Condensation may cause dampness mildew mold staining...

Page 31: ...oper ventilation or the use of a dehumidifier customer supplied will assist in controlling the condensation Suggestions to eliminate warm moist air Crack open windows and roof vents to allow warm mois...

Page 32: ...30 Section 2 Occupant Safety Notes Table of Contents Maintenance Record...

Page 33: ...occupants including the driver minus the weight of all personal cargo minus the weight of a full tank of chassis engine fuel and if applicable minus the weight of a full tank of propane The full weig...

Page 34: ...s with all motor vehicle standards for Canada and the Unit ed States It includes the following information Manufacturer name VIN GVWR GAWR front rear tire and rim sizes and cold tire inflation pres su...

Page 35: ...ch weight of your towed vehicle and your personal cargo is important for you to know so you do not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR of the motorhome The volume of space available for storag...

Page 36: ...o important factors when loading your motorhome total weight and balance It is imperative that you verify compliance within all applicable weight ratings Overloading your motorhome will void the Limit...

Page 37: ...w tow ing a vehicle affects the motorhome weight It is important to redistribute the load to avoid component failure as well as to improve the handling characteristics of the vehicle Dump the gray and...

Page 38: ...36 Section 3 Pre Travel Information Notes Table of Contents Maintenance Record...

Page 39: ...opping away from traffic until you become ac customed to your motorhome s stopping distance Your motorhome is equipped with a third brake light that activates when the brakes are engaged When descendi...

Page 40: ...d for a vehicle and any attachment such as a trailer or towed vehicle To determine the total allowable weight for a towed item subtract the GVWR from the GCWR Do not install a frame equalizing type hi...

Page 41: ...tically when the screen door is opened Constant 12 volt power to the electric step is supplied through a circuit breaker LOOK BEFORE ENTERING OR EXITING YOUR Motorhome When opening the door from the o...

Page 42: ...lick and the seat locks into position Do not adjust the seat while driving After adjusting the seat make sure that it is locked in position To ensure that the seat is locked securely try to move the s...

Page 43: ...lts The resulting color may rub off and the webbing strength could be affected Seat belts should always be worn by anyone who drives or rides in this vehicle Never use one seat belt for more than one...

Page 44: ...ements to defog or de ice the mirrored glass if needed To activate this feature use the Mirror Heat control located on the driver s side console next to the mirror control joystick Adjust the outside...

Page 45: ...erating and safety information refer to the manufacturers user guide Camera monitor system aids in the use of but does not replace ve hicle side rear view mirrors Objects in camera monitor view are cl...

Page 46: ...g system on and while the leveling system is in operation Never expose hands or other parts of the body near hydraulic leaks High pressure oil leaks may cut and penetrate the skin causing serious inju...

Page 47: ...release the ALL RETRACT button to retract the jacks to the stowed position Power On Push and release the POWER button to engage power The LED next to the POWER button should be RED when power is on Yo...

Page 48: ...r System provides the ability to retract the jacks using the ALL RETRACT button or the UP button for each individual jack All jacks will automatically retract and return to stowed position when the AL...

Page 49: ...ould flash during operation POWER LED ON Red when power is ON OFF when power is OFF FLASH every 5 sec in Sleep Mode JACK LED 4 each ON Red when Jack s are deployed OFF when jack s are stowed OPERATING...

Page 50: ...s Guide Please contact your road service provider if applicable or a qualified service facility for assistance Make sure the road service technician reads and is familiar with the information containe...

Page 51: ...ion could allow the wheels to come off while driving resulting in serious injury or property damage in the event of a collision or loss of vehicle control NOTE The proper method of tightening wheel lu...

Page 52: ...agent Do not use abrasive cleaners Wheels exposed to sea water or road chemicals should be cleaned as soon as possible Be sure to use a sponge or chamois leather brushes may damage the aluminum wheel...

Page 53: ...or death NOTE Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as a tire that has not been used for three or more hours or has been driven less than one mile Tire inflation pressure of a hot tire may show an...

Page 54: ...t use the hydraulic leveling jack system to support the motorhome while under the vehicle or changing tires The hydraulic leveling system is designed as a leveling system only Do not use the hydraulic...

Page 55: ...Slide out awnings Power awning over entrance door Power switches to operate the awnings are typically found in the control panel above the entrance door or if your RV has a touchscreen the awning cont...

Page 56: ...l decrease the force required to press the pitch adjustment pins 3 Slide the scissor arm to the desired set hole towards the coach for a lower pitch and away from the coach for a higher pitch Do not s...

Page 57: ...2 Detach the RED and BLACK wires from the cable to the motor 3 Attach jumper wires to the motor wires 4 Connect the other ends of the jumper leads to the 10VDC 14VDC source If the awning moves in the...

Page 58: ...rovides ac cess for opening the awning 4 When power is restored use the jumper wires and ex tend the awning to access the cable disconnects Re attach the disconnects and secure in the arm channel Addi...

Page 59: ...witch hold until the slideout room stops travel time is approx 25 seconds These guidelines should be followed when using your slideout room Make sure the slideout is in the closed position prior to ho...

Page 60: ...connections Check the 12 volt fuse or circuit breaker Check for loose connections at the slideout motor If the slideout still will not operate follow these steps If the slideout is extended refer to t...

Page 61: ...of the frame Fig 1 and 2 Attach a standard fifth wheel landing gear crank handle a socket and ratchet or drill and nut driver Rotate the extension clockwise to retract the slideout and counterclockwi...

Page 62: ...button to move the room in or out Press the on off button once more to power off the remote ALWAYS allow the controller to stop both motors before releasing the switch button DO NOT try to time the en...

Page 63: ...he non moving side in the appropriate direction On larger rooms it may be necessary to have 2 or more people pushing the room Non moving side moved manually Try to push the non moving side in and out...

Page 64: ...of the slideout relatively even while pushing pulling 5 When the room is completely in plug both motor connectors back into the control module This will apply the motor brakes for road travel Disengag...

Page 65: ...wintek Slide Room Operation Guide for additional troubleshooting informa tion or contact Lippert at 866 524 7821 or at www lci1 com Norco Slideout System The Norco slideout system is a cable driven sl...

Page 66: ...extend or retract the room in the event of a loss of power Always disconnect battery from system prior to manually operating system Failure to disconnect battery can cause electricity to back feed th...

Page 67: ...either the motor I or motor II lead from the controller 5 Locate the slideout motor Fig 1 mounted to one of the slideout rails Some models may require removal of the underbelly or cover to access the...

Page 68: ...a power loss The system has a controller Fig 1 with programma ble stops that stop the motor when the room is fully extended or retracted The controller has the ability to detect faults for easier tro...

Page 69: ...2 GREEN flashes indicate a motor fault on motor 2 MAJOR and MINOR faults faults must be cleared for the room to operate normally MINOR faults can be cleared by pushing and releasing the IN or OUT butt...

Page 70: ...eventative Maintenance The Power Gear slideout system requires very little maintenance Read and follow these procedures When the room is extended visually inspect the slide rail assemblies Check for e...

Page 71: ...install the wall touchpad 6 Take the unit to an OEM certified dealer for repairs Manually Retract Room with Ratchet and Socket If the power is lost to the slideout motor s or the override mode above w...

Page 72: ...the retaining screw is re hooked to the motor spring clip Fig 10A Torque the motor retaining screw to 40 inch lbs Fig 10B and the motor retainer is fully engaged Use a travel lock a 2x4 cut to size et...

Page 73: ...the side by side photo removing this boot will void your motor warranty These photos will help you figure out how this works The side by side photo below shows the spring lock lever and the brake leve...

Page 74: ...osition parallel to the spring lock lever Pressing the bent end of the spring lock lever will allow the brake le ver to be moved 13 Plug the motor connector back in again 14 Replace the plastic motor...

Page 75: ...cal system Electrical System Maintenance Before working on the electrical system Make sure the inverter charger if so equipped is turned off before disconnect ing batteries Disconnect the shore power...

Page 76: ...curity lights interior lights awning LED lights front cap LED accent lights power entry step Cargo bed red lighted control switch Slideout control switches press and hold to extend re tract Awning con...

Page 77: ...button you can toggle from 30A to 20A to 15A When the RV is plugged into a 15 Amp or 20 Amp power supply i e at your home you would change the display to the 20A or 15A Service setting The system the...

Page 78: ...t analyzers plug directly into the campsite power recep tacle and minimally test for open neutral open ground and correct polarity Connecting the Power Cord Always test the external power source i e t...

Page 79: ...esigned to prevent shock and electrocution hazards Do not connect the power cord to an extension cord Use of an improper extension cord will cause overheating of the cord as well as potentially causin...

Page 80: ...ctive In verter is ON and will display battery voltage in DC volts Not connected to shore power STATUS DISPLAY LEDS both AMBER Inverter Mode is active Inverter is ON pressing the SELECT button will di...

Page 81: ...o the converter If your lights are dimming or flickering that usually indicates an overloaded con verter Remove some of the load by turning off DC lights or appliances Fan is controlled by load It wil...

Page 82: ...rity fuse s located on the end of the converter There are no customer serviceable parts inside the converter case and the manufac turer s warranty will be void if the case has been removed If you have...

Page 83: ...ll the fuse straight out of the fuse block 5 Insert a new fuse of the same specified voltage amperage rating and type in the original location The fuse panel label should be kept permanently affixed t...

Page 84: ...xcessive amounts of power are drawn from the house auxiliary batteries they will become deeply discharged Permanent battery damage will occur after repeated deep discharge cycles Battery Inspection an...

Page 85: ...manufacturer for more information on the house auxiliary batteries Re fer to your Chassis Guide for information pertaining to the chassis batteries 12 Volt Battery Disconnect The 12 volt battery disco...

Page 86: ...the Auxiliary Start button under the steering wheel on the lower dash engages this solenoid and joins the house battery with the chassis battery to provide a boost to help start the motorhome if the c...

Page 87: ...s to start and draws diesel or gas fuel to operate from the chassis fuel tank If the fuel level in the chassis fuel tank drops to or below full the generator will automatically shut off and can not be...

Page 88: ...f you have any questions contact your dealer A label is provided to explain the function of every 120 volt circuit breaker This label is located on or near the appropriate load center or sub panel and...

Page 89: ...ouble 18 2 5 AMPS Power Awning 10 0 AMPS Power Vent 5 0 AMPS Refrigerator 3 0 AMPS Step Cover 10 0 AMPS TV Plate Antenna Booster 1 0 AMP Water Heater 6 0 AMPS Water Pump 7 0 AMPS Momentary Load 12 Vol...

Page 90: ...m and the campground shore power receptacle Do not hook up the power cord to any receptacle until you have verified proper polarity and grounding Polarity indicators can be purchased in most electrica...

Page 91: ...with the motorhome electrical system It can be used to power the entire motorhome when 120 240 volt shore power is not available Automatic Generator Start AGS if so equipped Vegatouch systems include...

Page 92: ...er s manual CARBON MONOXIDE IS DEADLY Do not run the generator when your motorhome is indoors or in a confined space Asphyxiation or carbon monoxide poisoning hazards exist whenever generator exhaust...

Page 93: ...running release the START STOP switch 2 An LED above the start switch will light when the generator is running 3 For better performance and engine life especially in colder weather let the generator e...

Page 94: ...ompartment of the RV and is marked with a solar prep label indicating wire colors and polarity There is also an ad ditional label indicating the RV is wired for solar When connected the solar panel wi...

Page 95: ...lt your dealer or Customer Service for assistance Always shut OFF the vehicle engine while refueling Do not bring or store fuel or other flammable liquids inside the mo torhome because a fire or explo...

Page 96: ...Whenever the exhaust system underbody or rear of the vehicle is damaged For more information refer to your Chassis Guide Avoid inhaling exhaust gases as they contain carbon monoxide which is a potenti...

Page 97: ...ropane is a true gas compressed into a liquid form As the fuel is released from the con tainer it changes to vapor which is then used for the operation of the appliances Propane will not run through t...

Page 98: ...d level gauge Do not allow the visible gauge to be used for filling Overfilling the propane container above the liquid capacity indicated on the container could allow liquid propane to enter the syste...

Page 99: ...nders full of propane turn the lever on the regulator towards the cylinder you wish to use first This will be the supply cylinder and the other the reserve Slowly open both cylinder valves The indicat...

Page 100: ...ng the Propane System Use the following steps for propane operation 1 Close ALL burner valves controls and pilot light valves 2 Open the main valve in the propane tank slowly to avoid a rush of propan...

Page 101: ...g Propane Gas Usage Most RV gas appliances are operated intermittently and each has a different BTU rating You will need to consider this when planning your propane supply and consumption Un less ther...

Page 102: ...ur propane tank is properly fastened in place This label should be kept permanently affixed to your recreation vehicle NOTE Some states prohibit propane appliances to be operated dur ing travel especi...

Page 103: ...ffixed to the exterior of the recreation vehicle sidewall that in dicate the locations of the water system drains and fills Be aware some drain valves may be located inside the vehicle once the exteri...

Page 104: ...onitor panel or in the case of a touch screen system on one of the selectable screens of the touch screen Switches will light up when turned on The LP GAS water heater switch 12V enables propane opera...

Page 105: ...er to the Fresh Water Connections or the Utility Center if so equipped sections There are plastic overflow tubes in the fresh water holding tank which allow water to flow out of the water tank see Cit...

Page 106: ...matically recycles when pressure drops Some cycling may occur depending on the volume of water being released Turn the water pump switch OFF when it is not in use The water pump switch should be in th...

Page 107: ...re sanitizing or winterizing the RV Do not allow water in the canister housing to freeze Remove the filter before using anti freeze to winterize the system or chlorine solution to sanitize the system...

Page 108: ...es up They are installed at the lowest point of the water lines A label is placed on the outside of the RV to indicate where the drains are located The drains will need to be operated from inside the...

Page 109: ...anel Sideways Water goes to or comes from the fresh water tank Downward Water goes out to the fixtures cold Red Handle Receives water from the cold water supply Sideways Water goes to hot water fixtur...

Page 110: ...anitizing solution should be drawn out of the container and into the water tank To aid siphoning place the container on a surface approximately 2 feet off the ground DO NOT OVERFILL tank level can be...

Page 111: ...fixtures the pump will run when a faucet or the toilet is in use To aid in siphoning place the container on a surface approximately 2 feet off the ground 6 Open one plumbing fixture keeping it open un...

Page 112: ...Insert the other end of the hose into a container holding the chlorine solution Do not use your non toxic drinking water hose 6 Turn the pump switch ON red LED will light The solution will be drawn i...

Page 113: ...anel Do Not Overfill b Syphon filling from a water container Set the valves to the SANITIZE setting Insert a hose into the city water connection inlet place the other end of the hose in a container of...

Page 114: ...r approximately 2 feet off the ground The drain valves must be closed 3 Fill the fresh water tank full of clean potable water Use water from either a pressur ized source or from a container as detaile...

Page 115: ...pairs due to freezing are not covered by warranty If you chose to perform the winterization process yourself read and understand the follow ing information before starting Contact customer service or...

Page 116: ...To drain a tankless water heater if equipped open water faucets and use compressed air at the City Water Connection on the utility center There is no drain plug 6 Water filter should be removed for w...

Page 117: ...residential style refrigerator winterizing instruction sheet 0311859 Whirlpool may be included in your Warranty Packet 19 Pour one cup of RV antifreeze in all drain P traps sinks and bathtub Winteriz...

Page 118: ...gerator winterizing instruction sheet 0311859 Whirlpool may be included in your Warranty Packet 7 Make sure the fresh water tank drain and low point drains are closed This includes the refrigerator wa...

Page 119: ...nd container from the City Water Fill inlet Put the cap back on the City Water Fill inlet Leave the valves in WINTERIZE position 15 Pour 1 cup of RV antifreeze into any all drain P traps sinks and bat...

Page 120: ...ave not used the water heater for two weeks or more HYDROGEN GAS IS EXTREMELY FLAMMA BLE To reduce the risk of injury under these conditions open the hot water faucet for several minutes at the kitche...

Page 121: ...eping or dripping will continue until the pressure is reduced to below 150 pounds and the valve closes This condition is normal and does not indicate a defective relief valve One way to reduce the fre...

Page 122: ...ter is not working properly After the water has been allowed to drain from the shower head replace it in the exterior universal docking center The courtesy light is operated with a rocker switch locat...

Page 123: ...soaps or scouring compound to clean ABS plastic Avoid using Citrus or biodegradable cleaners which contain D Limonene They will damage plastic materials Contact your dealer for repair or replacement...

Page 124: ...rey Water Holding Tanks Dump the gray and black water holding tanks before traveling to avoid carrying unnecessary weight The weight of the holding tank contents is not calculated into the RV cargo ca...

Page 125: ...ng on your model the valve may be located under the RV or on the utility center Close the dump valve when the black water holding tank is empty 5 Open the grey tank dump valve depending on your model...

Page 126: ...the black water holding tank sprayer connection allowing you to remove debris and preventing accumulation There is a check valve in the plumbing lines to prevent back flow Flush the black water tank e...

Page 127: ...the holding tanks and the outside temperature approach es and maintains freezing conditions 35 F 2 C or colder The tank heater switch should be turned OFF When there is NO liquid present tanks are emp...

Page 128: ...solid waste buildup Sewage black tank preparation 1 Release one to two quarts 1 or 2 liters of water into the toilet bowl 2 Follow the directions on your approved RV toilet chemical bottle customer su...

Page 129: ...eat pump will become the primary heat source as long as the interior temperature of the RV has not dropped 5 below the thermostat set point If this occurs the thermostat will automatically activate yo...

Page 130: ...led operating and safety information refer to the manufacturer s user guide included in your warranty packet The furnace should be inspected periodically monthly during the heat ing season for presenc...

Page 131: ...soap and water or dishwasher Rack s mild soap water and washcloth Dishwasher cleaning is not recommend ed Convection Microwave if so equipped The convection microwave bridges the gap between microwavi...

Page 132: ...er Using extreme care wipe spill with a clean dry towel Electric Drop In Cooktops if so equipped NOTE Make sure you are connected to a 120 volt power source During and after use do not touch or let cl...

Page 133: ...thing Proper relationship of pans to burner will improve efficiency Oven if so equipped The propane gas oven must have 12 volt power to operate Do not use the oven as a storage area If you have any qu...

Page 134: ...uipped Residential Models if so equipped 3 Way Refrigerators if so equipped Depending on your model you may have a 3 way refrigerator 12VDC LP GAS or 120VAC If you smell propane gas STOP Follow the di...

Page 135: ...open areas behind the grille and the front surface area of the condenser Replace the base grille when finished Cleaning the Exterior Painted metal exteriors wash with a clean sponge or soft cloth and...

Page 136: ...ur clean plastic part with a sponge and mild detergent in warm water Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth For silver accented plastic parts wash with soap or other mild detergents Wipe clean with a sponge...

Page 137: ...ned OFF satellite cable signals are resumed again on your TV Signal Strength Meter if so equipped The base may have a built in signal strength meter to aid in obtaining maximum TV signal Arow of LED l...

Page 138: ...y OFF to view cable television or to use a VCR or DVD The ON OFF switch is located on the wall plate for the antenna connection Satellite if so equipped Please refer to the manufacturer s instructions...

Page 139: ...o the furni ture manufacturer s recommendation or consult a cleaning professional It is recommended you do not use any cleaners containing oils waxes or silicones Cleaners containing silicone can even...

Page 140: ...exposure to direct sunlight high temperatures and high humidity can cause damage to both the finish and the wood itself Interior Wall Panel To clean use a mild solution of soap and lukewarm water wit...

Page 141: ...wn to provide a sleeping surface For additional comfort and to reduce fabric damage you may want to place a cover or air mattress customer supplied over the sofa when it is in the sleeping position Tr...

Page 142: ...rovided between the booth dinette benches Lay the seat back cushions against the back of the dinette bench Lay the dinette seat bottom cushions in between the seat back cushions The area where the cus...

Page 143: ...slowly towards you Your RV s load capacity is designated by weight not by volume so you can not necessarily use all available space when loading the vehicle Do not ex ceed your GVWR and ensure you are...

Page 144: ...move most dirt and residue from all types of finishes A damp cloth followed by a dry towel will remove watermarks Difficult stains can be removed from the matte finish with a green Scotch Brite pad an...

Page 145: ...cing the drape behind it 4 Attach the black plastic hook on the passenger side of the drape to the loop on the wall behind the passenger s seat 5 Attach the Velcro at the top edge of the drape to the...

Page 146: ...g the bed to keep hands and fingers at the end ledge provided not on the side or farther back than necessary Exercise extreme caution when opening the bed storage platform Plat form must be held open...

Page 147: ...the interlock belt Fig 1 The black rocker switch Fig 2 operates the ceiling light above the bunk NOTE If the ceiling light is left on when raising the bunk it will automati cally turn off as the bed...

Page 148: ...imply hook onto the upper bunk Exercise extreme care when entering or exiting the bunk beds and using the ladder if so equipped Do not allow more than one person on the top bunk Do not allow children...

Page 149: ...e RV s surface temperature is cool under 90 F and out of direct sunlight A shaded area is ideal for washing your vehicle as direct sunlight causes water spotting Use a mild soap detergent or car wash...

Page 150: ...rea with a soft cloth and warm water When waxing the area around openings do not apply wax on the weather strip If stained with wax the weather strip cannot maintain a weatherproof seal Polishing your...

Page 151: ...heavy abuse from road conditions such as sand pebbles objects in the high way and or ice inhibiting chemicals all of which will cause chipping and a blasting effect on the painted surface Frames will...

Page 152: ...models may be equipped with a self storing ladder mounted to the side of the vehicle Self Storing Ladder operation 1 Pull all the locking pins arrows out of the ladder brackets Fig A 2 Pull the ladde...

Page 153: ...sealants including butyl putty black Butyl encapsulated foam silicone clear and colored roof sealant and foam In general sealants do not have set lifetimes You or your dealer must Inspect all sealant...

Page 154: ...152 Section 13 Exterior Notes Table of Contents Maintenance Record...

Page 155: ...12 volt battery disconnect switch Inspect the power cord and carefully clean the contacts if necessary Plug in the power cord to an appropriate power source Turn on the interior lights and check outl...

Page 156: ...ines Once the flame extinguishes itself turn the burner valve OFF Drain all water lines Make sure the motorhome is winterized Winterize the toilet and appliances dishwasher refrigerator clothes washer...

Page 157: ...perishables from the refrigerator freezer Defrost wash and dry the interior of the refrigerator freezer and prop or block the doors open so air can circulate and prevent mildew Remove all perishables...

Page 158: ...156 Section 14 Travel Camping Storage Checklists Notes Table of Contents Maintenance Record...

Page 159: ...Components www lci1 com Fan Exhaust 12V Atwood Maxx Fan www atwoodmobile com www airxcel com maxxair products fans Fireplace Twinstar Furrion www twinstarhome com www furrion com Furnace Atwood www a...

Page 160: ...airxcel com coleman mach Toilet Thetford Corp www thetford com Water Heater Tank DSI Water Heater Tankless Atwood Greenbrier Girard Systems www atwoodmobile com www greenrvproducts com Water Pump 12V...

Page 161: ...tion 15 Additional Information Vehicle Maintenance Record Make Model Model Year Vehicle Serial Engine Engine Serial Service Date Mileage Work Performed Performed By Notes Table of Contents Maintenance...

Page 162: ...160 Section 15 Additional Information Notes Table of Contents Maintenance Record...

Page 163: ..._______________________ City ____________________ State Province ______ Zip Code_________ Phone ___________________ E Mail Address _________________________ Previous Owner Information Purchased Date _...

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