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Section 4: Vehicle Operation

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vehicle, the pull pin will be pulled from the switch.  This automatically causes the switch to 
“close” and activates the RV brakes. 

 A battery (customer supplied) must be installed to 

activate the breakaway switch.
Hydraulic Brakes (if so equipped)

Your RV may be equipped with hydraulic surge brakes that operate automatically as the tow 
vehicle’s brakes are applied.  When speed is decreased and brakes are applied, the weight of 

the trailer moving forward creates a reaction, which causes the brake fluid inside the wheel 

cylinder to activate the brake shoes against the drum.

As a result of this design, backing the RV uphill may activate the surge brake system making 

it difficult to continue in reverse.  To aid in backing up the RV:

1. 

Prior to backing up a slope or through soft ground, pull the recreation vehicle forward 
slightly to assure that the actuator socket is in the forward position.

2. 

Move the lever on the side of the actuator downward from the “towing position” along 
the curved slot in the actuator frame to the “backup position.”  The slot has a notch at 
the bottom of its travel.  Push the lever down to engage the locking notch.

3. 

The RV will now back up.  This lever will slide into the correct position when pulling 
forward.

It is extremely important to keep the master cylinder full at all times.  An empty cylinder 
invites moisture.

Disc Brakes (if so equipped)

If your RV is equipped with disc brakes, see the manufacturer’s owner’s manual for detailed 
safety and maintenance information.

Towing Behind Your RV 

If you do not have a 

Jayco factory installed hitch receiver

, towing items 

behind your Jayco RV, or overloading the rear, will void the warranty and 

may result in: damage to the RV or add-on items, towing difficulties, property 

damage and/or personal injury.



NOTE:IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A JAYCO FACTORY 

INSTALLED HITCH RECEIVER, DO NOT TOW 

ANYTHING BEHIND YOUR RV. THE RV FRAME AND 

BUMPER ARE NOT DESIGNED FOR TOWING.

NOTE:

 A hitch equipped for trailer towing will have tabs to hang the 

safety chains and there will be a bracket for the trailer wiring plug.  

There should also be a label on the hitch stating maximum towing 

capacity.

     Table of Contents

   Maintenance Record

Summary of Contents for Hummingbird 2018

Page 1: ...Owner sManual PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER 0283457 2018 2018 Towables...

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Page 3: ...that a little initiative can go a long way The Jayco EcoAdvantage is our way of making sure endless generations can enjoy the Great Outdoors 7 192 tons of wood 2 354 tons of scrap metal 1 428 tons of...

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Page 5: ...m AF Formaldehyde AI Extended Or Full Time Usage AI Cold Weather Usage AJ Condensation AJ Section 3 Pre Travel Information Tow Vehicle AK Vehicle Labels AK Weight Terms AK Weight and Capacity Labels A...

Page 6: ...uipped 62 Section 5 Slideout Systems Electric Slide Room s if so equipped 65 General Slideout Operation 65 Slideout Overlap Outside General Slideout Troubleshooting Checklist 66 Flush Floor Slideout 6...

Page 7: ...Fumes 95 Propane Gas System 95 Propane Gas Container 96 Servicing or Filling 97 Use propane only Label Canada only Shut off for re fueling Label Do not fill to more than 80 Label LP Gas Container Ove...

Page 8: ...ucets 121 Bathroom Tub Shower 121 Black Grey Water System and Tanks 122 Black Grey Water Holding Tanks 122 Black Grey Tank Drains 123 Black Grey Tank Drain Valves Black Tank Flush if so equipped 124 T...

Page 9: ...Hide A Bed Sofa or Sofa Sleeper 141 Jack Knife Sofa 141 Trifold Sofa 141 Cube Sofa 141 Pantry or Hutch if so equipped 142 Countertops 142 Booth Dinette if so equipped 142 Free Standing Table Chairs i...

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Page 11: ...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 Instructions are inclu...

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Page 13: ...e specifications or design at any time without notice and to make additions or improvements without incurring any obligations upon itself to install these changes on its products previously manufactur...

Page 14: ...r billing and returned parts for you 2 If you cannot locate an authorized Jayco dealer near you ask the campground staff for referrals or check the local telephone yellow pages Or contact Jayco Custom...

Page 15: ...co com Service email service Jayco com Website www Jayco com Jayco Travel Club All owners of Jayco recreation vehicles are eligible for membership in the Jayco Travel Club The club promotes family cam...

Page 16: ...o precautions that can involve risk to your vehicle or to your personal safety Read and follow them carefully National Safety Associations and organizations require many of the instructions listed Alw...

Page 17: ...website at www safercar gov To contact NHTSA by phone Call the Department of Transportation DOT Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1 888 327 4236 and a NHTSA representative will record your complaint informat...

Page 18: ...of of ownership Please include your current vehicle mileage motorized only Suggestions For Obtaining Service To help ensure your dealer provides the level of service you expect here are some suggestio...

Page 19: ...or your dealer must make a confirmed appointment 60 days prior to dropping off the recreation vehicle at our Customer Service facility The holding tanks must be emptied and rinsed We have a dumping s...

Page 20: ...notice to anyone Jayco reserves the right to make changes in the design or material of its products without incurring any obligation to incorporate such changes in any product previously manufactured...

Page 21: ...on of work Also you must notify the selling dealer at time of delivery to have work performed on any defect that occurred at the factory during manufacture at no cost to you as provided by this limite...

Page 22: ...components or parts wheel alignment or adjustments to axles when caused by improper maintenance loading or damage from road hazards including off road travel wheel damage or balancing or damage from...

Page 23: ...Your warranty registration records should be completed and delivered to the manufacturers of component parts The selling dealership will assist you in completing and submitting the Jayco product warr...

Page 24: ...al vehicle RV when used only for recreational travel and camping including recreational travel and camping by renters of the Dealer for one 1 year This limited warranty applies to the original Dealer...

Page 25: ...HIS EXCLUSION SHALL SURVIVE ANY DETERMINATION THAT THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY HAS FAILED OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warrant...

Page 26: ...or corrosion due to the environment theft vandalism fire or other intervening acts not attributable to Jayco damage caused by unregulated water pressure tank over fill or plumbing system modifications...

Page 27: ...eted as an extension of the warranty or this limitation period Some states do not allow a reduction in the statute of limitations so this reduction may not apply to you WARRANTY REGISTRATIONS Your war...

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Page 29: ...w s must be locked during transit 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...

Page 30: ...king oils gasoline kerosene or other flammable liquids Class C Electrical such as electrical wires or other live electrical equipment A dry chemical fire extinguisher has been installed by the entranc...

Page 31: ...en the production of combustion is sensed the smoke detector sounds a loud alarm that continues until the air is cleared The LED light will also give a visual indication of a sounding alarm When the b...

Page 32: ...nstalled is intended for use in ordinary indoor locations of recreation vehicles It is not designed to comply with Occupational Safety and Health Administration OSHA commercial or industrial standards...

Page 33: ...istance Young children and household pets may be the first affected Your combination carbon monoxide propane alarm is designed to detect the toxic carbon monoxide fumes that result from incomplete com...

Page 34: ...n silent for 5 seconds These signals indicate immediate action is required Propane gas alarm The red LED flash and the alarm will sound a steady tone These signals indicate immediate action is require...

Page 35: ...once per week during use NOTE The carbon monoxide propane alarm manufacturer strongly recommends replacement of the detector five years after the date of purchase Formaldehyde Some components in the...

Page 36: ...phenomenon The amount of condensation will vary with climate conditions particularly the relative humidity Condensation occurs because there is water vapor present in the air When the temperature reac...

Page 37: ...s the maximum allowable loaded weight of the trailer including full propane cylinders a full load of water and full generator fuel if applicable GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating The value specified by...

Page 38: ...ngue weight of 1 200 lbs The actual weight on the RV tires is 9 000 1 200 which equals 7 800 lbs which is within the weight rating of the tires The Federal Certification Label is required by the gover...

Page 39: ...grey black holding tanks This not only wastes gas but depending upon the location of the grey or black holding tanks can affect handling characteristics Your recreation vehicle s load capacity is des...

Page 40: ...of hitch you need for your individual tow vehicle RV combination A travel trailer requires a frame mounted hitch The hitch class rating based on the capacity that hitch has for towing and a weight cla...

Page 41: ...itch will transfer additional weight to the hitch Refer to the hitch manufacturer instructions to adjust the weight distributing hitch to the proper height If you have additional questions consult wit...

Page 42: ...ional information Suggestions for sway situations Slowly ease your foot off the accelerator Turn the steering wheel as little as possible Natural lag time reaction when counter steering to correct swa...

Page 43: ...e When attaching wires to your tow vehicle tape all the connections for moisture protection White 1 Ground Blue 2 Brakes Green 3 Running lights Black 4 Auxiliary battery charge line Red 5 Stop left tu...

Page 44: ...is less than or equal to GVWR 2 Hitch the RV to your tow vehicle Weigh the RV and the tow vehicle to determine the GCW Make sure that this rating is less than or equal to the GCWR as specified by the...

Page 45: ...de 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...

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Page 47: ...ht and size of your towing combination and observe any posted weight and clearance limits The added height of roof air conditioners TV antennas or floodlights may cause clearance problems around some...

Page 48: ...To ensure available power when needed keep your tow vehicle battery and charging system working properly Brake Controller customer supplied The brake controller should be installed in the tow vehicle...

Page 49: ...ong the curved slot in the actuator frame to the backup position The slot has a notch at the bottom of its travel Push the lever down to engage the locking notch 3 The RV will now back up This lever w...

Page 50: ...oor lock and a dead bolt lock Keys Several keys are provided when you purchase your vehicle Most keys have an individual key number stamped on the plate Record these key numbers and keep the informati...

Page 51: ...located in an exterior compartment battery storage or utility center To install a backup camera refer to the manufacturers installation guide along with the installation supplement provided in the war...

Page 52: ...Emergency Towing If your recreational vehicle needs to be towed please contact an emergency road service provider or a qualified service facility for assistance Never allow anyone to go under the rec...

Page 53: ...on the wheel lug nuts you should always have the wheels mounted and properly torqued by a qualified technician using the proper tools NOTE The proper method of tightening wheel lug nuts is with a pro...

Page 54: ...in proper torque of the wheel lug nuts could lead to separation of the tire and wheel while driving possibly resulting in property damage or personal injury Tires Read and understand the following bef...

Page 55: ...peed rating may result in tire failure which could lead to an accident causing serious injury or death Tire Pressure You must follow the manufacturer s inflation guidelines for maximum load capacity u...

Page 56: ...r dealer or recreation vehicle manufacturer If you have questions regarding your tires contact the tire manufacturer Do not use the stabilizer jacks to support the recreational vehicle while under the...

Page 57: ...e rear bumper or on the sidewall of the RV Turn the crank handle to raise lower the tire Two crisp breaks must be heard and felt to insure the proper seating of the tire for travel DO NOT exceed the m...

Page 58: ...osition and lock it in place while traveling To remove the tire from the tire carrier 1 Remove the lug nuts holding the tire in place 2 Remove the support bracket from the bottom lug 3 Pull the tire f...

Page 59: ...ire harness connector plug and breakaway switch lanyard 11 Drop the truck tailgate if applicable 12 Gently put your truck into reverse don t give it any fuel acceleration This effectively moves the ki...

Page 60: ...r guide Power Awnings if so equipped Each power awning will have its own control switch which is typically located on the command center switch panel located inside the entrance door Pressing and hold...

Page 61: ...in normal fashion Normal operation time is 28 35 seconds to extend or retract If the power supply is on the low side of the acceptable voltage range 10VDC 14VDC the awning will move slower Always ope...

Page 62: ...to RED and BLACK to BLACK 6 Snap the front cover onto the rear cover Hang the cover on the top and swing it down until it clicks Carefree Travel r Awnings if so equipped Press the power switch to ON T...

Page 63: ...the awning to access the cable disconnects Re attach the disconnects and secure in the arm channel Additional Awning Operation Information When rolled out the fabric may bounce creating a wave like m...

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Page 65: ...slideout control switch and hold it until the slideout is fully retracted These guidelines should be followed when using your slideout room Make sure the slideout is in the closed position prior to h...

Page 66: ...loose connections at the slideout motor If the slideout still will not operate follow these steps If the slideout is extended refer to the section on operating the specific slideout system installed...

Page 67: ...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 68: ...e Press the corresponding button of the slideout you want to operate Press and hold the extend retract arrow button to move the room in or out Press the on off button once more to power off the remote...

Page 69: ...tomer Service before attempting to jump the auxiliary battery Only 1 Side Moving The slide room has a separate motor to operate each side of the room If only 1 side is moving with another person s ass...

Page 70: ...s at the bottom of the slideout controller This releases the motor brakes for each motor 3 The slideout room can now be manually pushed in Larger rooms may require several people to push or pull them...

Page 71: ...s been shorted to ground usually a wiring problem The board will need to be reset after an error code Energizing the extend retract switch will reset the board energizing it a second time will return...

Page 72: ...room in or out If the motor is functioning check the room for obstructions Norco Slideout Manual Operation 1 Locate the included flexible shaft in your owner s packet 2 Attach flexible shaft to the 1...

Page 73: ...cated under the bed 4 Rotate the brake lever on the backside of the motor counter clockwise looking from the rear of the motor about 1 8 of a turn to the released position Fig 2 This will release the...

Page 74: ...for service Refer to the Power Gear Electric Slideout Operation Manual for detailed operation safety and troubleshooting information Power Gear Slim Rack Slideout System The Power Gear Slim Rack slid...

Page 75: ...button There will be a slight delay before the room begins moving 7 The GREEN LED should be solid ON when room is in motion 8 Release the OUT button when the room is fully extended or the IN button w...

Page 76: ...brake LED flashing Parking brake not set if applicable Ground signal lost at park brake control Set parking brake if applicable Check for continuity to ground on wire plugged into park brake connector...

Page 77: ...tract further in order to get a good seal press and hold the motor button Fig 3 corresponding to ONLY the motor you want to move Press the IN button on the front of the touchpad to retract the room th...

Page 78: ...p and out 6 Repeat steps 1 4 for the other side 7 Place a socket wrench with a 3 inch extension and a 5 8 deep well socket Fig 12 through the motor access opening and seat the socket onto the coupler...

Page 79: ...screws holding the panel to the top of the compartment Remove the cover 3 Unplug the motor leads at the connector Gray connector with red black wires 4 To release the motor brake you must depress the...

Page 80: ...will hold the brake lever in the released position photo shows this bend 9 Once the brake motor is released you will need to remove the skirting on the side of the slideout floor where the hex overri...

Page 81: ...ectrical System Maintenance Before working on the electrical system Make sure the inverter charger if so equipped is turned off before disconnecting batteries Disconnect the shore power cord If equipp...

Page 82: ...itches press and hold to extend retract Awning control switches press and hold to extend retract Systems monitor with LED indicators for tank levels and battery charge status Auto leveling control pan...

Page 83: ...icating the GFCI receptacle has been tripped and interrupted 120 volt power Push in the GFCI RESET button to restore 120 volt power Contact your independent dealer for assistance if the GFCI RESET but...

Page 84: ...to malfunctioning or improperly wired power sources is not covered by your recreation vehicle warranty DO NOT Do not use any cheater plug adapter or extension cord to reconfigure incoming AC power or...

Page 85: ...o useable 12 volt DC power when the shore power cord is connected to an external power source The converter has a built in protective thermal breaker that will shut it down should overheating occur Ov...

Page 86: ...oad during this period or after it is in Float Mode it will revert back to Absorption Normal Mode 13 6VDC Bulk Mode Converter will not jump into the Bulk Mode unless the battery is below 50 of charge...

Page 87: ...lt DC System The majority of your recreation vehicle lighting is powered by 12 volt electricity The 12 volt DC system is composed of components that will operate when the following conditions are met...

Page 88: ...or property damage If your hands eyes clothes or the painted surface of your RV are exposed to electrolyte flush the exposed area thoroughly with water If electrolyte gets in your eyes immediately flu...

Page 89: ...in your RV will draw small amounts of current even when turned OFF To prevent the auxiliary battery from being discharged when your RV is not connected to shore line power disconnect the auxiliary ba...

Page 90: ...l panels for breakers and fuses They are normally located in close proximity to each other typically in the bed platform The converter is also mounted separately typically under the bed platform Typic...

Page 91: ...inning of camping season inspect the circuit breakers and replace as needed Test by turning each circuit breaker off and back on Circuit breakers are wearable parts and must be replaced as needed as p...

Page 92: ...Fluorescent Double 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 Momentar...

Page 93: ...and grounding Polarity indicators can be purchased in most electrical and hardware stores Do not use any cheater plug adapter or extension cord to reconfigure incoming AC power or break the continuit...

Page 94: ...ts divided by 120 volts equals 10 amps Solar Prep if so equipped Your recreation vehicle may be wired with a exterior plug in that will allow the batteries to be trickle charged using a free standing...

Page 95: ...with either a nearby tow vehicle engine running or the generator if so equipped running there is a potential for exhaust fumes to filter back into the recreation vehicle Propane Gas System Propane or...

Page 96: ...with an ACME service valve that is for connection of the TYPE 1 ACME pigtail hose assembly to the RV two stage regulator The TYPE 1 ACME pigtail hose assembly is a wrenchless right hand threaded conne...

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

Page 98: ...e should be kept free from rust by a periodic coat of paint in a light reflective color Rust scratches and or dents can affect the safety of the cylinder Inspect the cylinder at regular intervals Ifs...

Page 99: ...e 10 13 lbs of pressure further to an operating pressure of 11 W C water column or 6 35 oz of outlet pressure to your appliances The second stage is adjustable and will need to be adjusted by your dea...

Page 100: ...contact your dealer or qualified propane service representative immediately Using The Propane System Use the following steps for propane operation 1 Close ALL burner valves controls and pilot light v...

Page 101: ...ng area to remind the user to provide an adequate supply of fresh air for combustion Calculating Propane Gas Usage Most RV gas appliances are operated intermittently and each has a different BTU ratin...

Page 102: ...ling Propane Cylinder s Single Cylinder Mounted On A Frame if so equipped 1 Connect the 3 8 low pressure hose to the outlet of the two stage regulator 2 Attach the regulator with the Z bracket on the...

Page 103: ...ylinder valves are facing the sidewalls of the compartment or housing opposite of each other 3 Mount the regulator on the center back wall of the compartment or housing so the vent is pointed downward...

Page 104: ...Fuel Propane System 100 Replace all protective covers and caps on the propane system after filling Make sure the valve is closed and the compartment door is securely latched Table of Contents Maintena...

Page 105: ...ll the components within the plumbing system and help discourage the growth of bacteria and other organisms that can contaminate the water supply Typically there are labels affixed to the exterior of...

Page 106: ...e ELECTRIC switch 120V enables electric operation of the water heater Normally both switches should be turned on to provide the fastest hot water recovery time The water heater can be operated in elec...

Page 107: ...is normal and can be a result of the recreation vehicle being parked on an incline or the motion caused by starting or stopping during travel 12 Volt Water Pump Switch When you want to use water in yo...

Page 108: ...dels the water pump switch will be a black rocker switch located near the sink cabinet Fresh Water Connections Your recreation vehicle may be equipped with one or both of the following fresh water con...

Page 109: ...and the gravity water fill inlet if you do not have access to City Water The gravity fill will have a potable water label next to it Do not remove this label Low point fresh water tank drains should...

Page 110: ...removing the drain cap 6 Turn ON the water pump and allow it to run as needed 7 If the RV water heater has bypass valves Set them to the BYPASS configuration refer to the Water Heater Bypass section...

Page 111: ...to one gallon 3 785 liters of water in a container Prepare one gallon of solution for every 15 gallons of tank capacity This will result in a residual chlorine concentration of 50 ppm in the water sy...

Page 112: ...nes 16 Run water through all faucets hot cold including outside shower until chlorine smell is gone Turn faucets and outside shower off turn pump OFF 17 Then drain the fresh water system again see Dra...

Page 113: ...See Draining the Fresh Water System 11 Remove full system canister insert the filter and reattach canister to the mount Water heater bypass valves set to NORMAL Refer to Water Heater Bypass section 1...

Page 114: ...e cartridge filter if so equipped and replace it with a bypass those supplied with your RV Antifreeze should be kept out of the water filter Never apply air pressure to the water system with any of th...

Page 115: ...t remove the air hose and the blowout plug from the City Water Inlet Winterize the Black Tank Flush If So Equipped 1 Connect the blowout plug to the black tank flush inlet on the outside of the RV 2 C...

Page 116: ...he water pump See Water Heater Bypass section 8 Turn the water pump ON Antifreeze will be drawn into the water lines 9 Open the hot water faucets including outside shower if so equipped until RV antif...

Page 117: ...ay result if you have not used the water heater for two weeks or more HYDROGEN GAS IS EXTREMELYFLAMMABLE To reduce the risk of injury under these conditions open the hot water faucet for several minut...

Page 118: ...y water supplies contain sufficient amounts of sulfur to produce an odor often called sulfur water Sulfur water can be caused by a chemical action or by bacteria Generally sulfur water is not harmful...

Page 119: ...burner at these higher altitudes Consult with the local propane company your dealer or the water heater manufacturer for proper derating of the water heater Change out of the orifice derating should...

Page 120: ...g is not warrantable It is recommended the water heater be drained and bypassed during the winterization process particularly if introducing RV antifreeze into the plumbing system Never drain the wate...

Page 121: ...en using the fresh water system The used water will drain through the plumbing pipes into the grey water holding tank Be sure the water heater is ON and had sufficient time to heat the water If dry ca...

Page 122: ...allow sewer gases to escape into the RV interior The waterless trap can be unscrewed from the water lines A label has been placed near the location of the waste valve that reads as follows Sewer Hose...

Page 123: ...s from the sides of the holding tanks Never travel with full black or grey water holding tanks This not only wastes your fuel but depending on the location of the tank s it can affect your tow vehicle...

Page 124: ...oodall s Rand McNally Camp Guide Good Sam Camp Guide KOA Kampgrounds Camp Guide and various other publications Some fuel stations also have dump stations Please contact your RV dealer for assistance i...

Page 125: ...more water is required only when flushing solids The toilet system will perform better when water is run for ten to fifteen seconds after flushing to ensure that the waste will proceed to the bottom...

Page 126: ...r supplied by placing the recommended quantity of holding tank chemical into the toilet bowl 3 Flush the toilet and allow at least two gallons 8 liters of water to flow into the holding tank Cleaning...

Page 127: ...r either electric or gas heat On the electric setting the heat 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 I...

Page 128: ...dically monthly during the heating season for presence of soot on the vent Soot is formed whenever combustion is incomplete This is a visual warning that the furnace is operating in an unsafe manner I...

Page 129: ...e to the microwave oven caused by arcing due to soil buildup keep cavity microwave inlet cover cooking rack supports and area where the door touches the frame clean Clean with mild soap water and a so...

Page 130: ...ter use do not touch or let clothing or other flammable material come in contact with the top burners or heating elements burner grates or other areas near the top burners or oven until they have had...

Page 131: ...rs more than one burner at a time This will create excessive heat that may cause melting sooting or discoloration The use of undersized pans could expose a portion of the heating element to direct con...

Page 132: ...le concerning the use of propane before operating the BBQ grill The propane hose must be correctly connected before lighting the grill Failure to follow instructions supplied by the grill manufacturer...

Page 133: ...st be OFF to make the connection 1 Insert the plug and release the sleeve 2 Push the plug until the sleeve snaps forward locking the plug into the socket 3 Turn the handle ON to allow propane to flow...

Page 134: ...efrigerator 12VDC LPGAS or 120VAC Contact your dealer or Customer Service for details on winterizing your refrigerator If you smell propane gas STOP Follow the directions located in your manufacturer...

Page 135: ...finished Cleaning The Exterior Painted metal exteriors wash with a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water Stainless steel exteriors wash with a clean sponge or soft cloth and a...

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Page 137: ...that must be pushed upward to unlock the antenna The knob can then be rotated 360 and when released locks the antenna in place Refer to the HDTV manufacturer s manual for detailed operating and safet...

Page 138: ...Section 11 Electronics 134 Notes Table of Contents Maintenance Record...

Page 139: ...eather if so equipped Periodic vacuuming using a dry cloth to wipe up spills immediately and using a damp cloth on problem areas will help to keep your leather furniture in good condition Leather surf...

Page 140: ...This may cause some loss of pleat retention if the shades are not operated on a consistent basis Cabinetry Tables To keep hardwood doors cabinet fronts and hardwood tables looking like new regularly...

Page 141: ...re manufacturer s instructions To convert the hide a bed back into the upright sofa position reverse the process Jack Knife Sofa The Jack Knife sofa functions much the same as a residential futon To m...

Page 142: ...ped Your recreation vehicle may have a pantry or hutch that you can use for storage Make sure all items stored in the pantry or hutch are secured to prevent shifting during travel This cabinetry has b...

Page 143: ...cuts and scratches sand the matte finish lightly with 220 fine grit sandpaper until the cut or scratch is gone Restore finish with a green Scotch Brite pad and mild abrasive cleaner Run cold water whe...

Page 144: ...o assist with easy access To access the storage area grasp the end ledge at the foot of the bed and lift carefully To close carefully push down on the bed slowly easing it to the closed position The b...

Page 145: ...h a dry cloth is not recommended Make sure the 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 sp...

Page 146: ...a dry soft cloth Do not wax your recreation vehicle in direct sunlight Wax it after the surfaces have cooled Do not apply wax to any area having a flat black finish as it can cause discoloration If th...

Page 147: ...rely damaged or pitted use a commercially available chrome polish product Do not allow plastic to come into contact with brake fluid engine oil grease paint thinner or battery acid These will damage p...

Page 148: ...al moldings doors vents and exterior attachments A quick walk around the recreation vehicle before leaving may help prevent potential problems during trips and vacations Have the sealant replaced if...

Page 149: ...Section 13 Exterior 145 Travel Trailers Sealant Diagram Table of Contents Maintenance Record...

Page 150: ...Section 13 Exterior 146 Notes Table of Contents Maintenance Record...

Page 151: ...ng to manufacturer specifications Check wheel lug nuts for tightness Inspect safety chains for signs of wear Inspect and work all interior and exterior latches and locks lube if necessary Make sure th...

Page 152: ...tep Secure and lock the entrance door RV Storage Properly preparing your RV for storage during periods of non usage will prevent problems from arising It will also make it easier to get started again...

Page 153: ...the RV Remove all batteries from the RV and store in a place where they will not freeze A battery that has been frozen will never hold a proper charge Turn all cushions on edge to prevent the moistur...

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Page 155: ...yde com Fan Exhaust 12V Ventline Maxx Fan www ventline com www airxcel com maxxair products fans Fire Extinguisher See manufacturers user guide Furnace Atwood Hydroflame www atwoodmobile com Microwave...

Page 156: ...e TV Antenna Winegard Company King Jack www winegard com www kingconnect com Water Heater Tank DSI Atwood Greenbrier www atwoodmobile com Water Heater Tankless Girard Systems Truma AquaGo www greenrvp...

Page 157: ...Section 15 Additional Information 153 Vehicle Maintenance Record Make Model Model Year Vehicle Serial Service Date Mileage Work Performed Performed By Notes Table of Contents Maintenance Record...

Page 158: ..._______________ City ____________________ State Province ______ Zip Code_________ Phone ___________________ E Mail Address _________________________ Previous Owner Information Purchased Date _________...

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