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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Chapter 1

– Information to RV Ownership ................................... 7

Safety Considerations .............................................................. 8

Reporting Safety Defects ................................................... 8

Safety When Emergency Stopping .................................... 9

Additional Safety Considerations ....................................... 9

Extended or Cold Weather Use ............................................... 9

Condensation .......................................................................... 10

Causes ............................................................................... 10

Solutions ............................................................................ 10

Interior Ventilation .................................................................... 10

Chapter 2

– Service Procedures ................................................... 12

Basic Service Procedures ........................................................ 12

Dealer ................................................................................ 12

Factory ............................................................................... 13

Parts .................................................................................. 13

Owner’s Responsibility ....................................................... 13

Seasonal Sites ................................................................... 14

Towable Limited Warranty ....................................................... 14

Chapter 3

– Using your RV ............................................................ 17

Equipment ............................................................................... 17

Tow Vehicle ....................................................................... 17

Hitches

– Travel Trailer ...................................................... 17

Hitches

– Fifth Wheel ......................................................... 18

Hitch Height Specifications

– Travel Trailer ....................... 18

Hitch Height Specifications

– Fifth Wheel .......................... 18

Hook up

– Travel Trailer .................................................... 18

Hook up

– Fifth Wheel ....................................................... 19

Safety Chains

– Travel Trailer ............................................ 19

Front Landing Jacks ........................................................... 19

Traveling .................................................................................. 20

Weights .............................................................................. 20

Weighing Vehicle - Loaded or Unloaded ............................ 20

Loading Procedures ........................................................... 21

Tires ................................................................................... 22

Understanding Tire Pressure and Load Limits ................ 23

Tire Size .......................................................................... 24

Tire Tread ....................................................................... 24

Tire Balance and Wheel Alignment ................................. 24

Tire Repair ...................................................................... 24

Tire Fundamentals .......................................................... 24

Tire Speed Rating ........................................................... 25

Cargo Capacities ............................................................... 25

How Overloading Affects your RV and Tires ...................... 25

How to Change a Tire ........................................................ 26

Wheel Bearings .................................................................. 26

Wheel Lugs ........................................................................ 26

Summary of Contents for Connect 2020

Page 1: ...Owner s MANUAL GUIDEBOOK TO ENJOYMENT OF YOUR KZRV RECREATIONAL VEHICLE SPORTSMEN CONNECT CONNECT SE ...

Page 2: ...MATION IS FOUND IN THE MAINTENANCE MANUAL SUPPLIED WITH YOUR RECREATIONAL VEHICLE FAILURE TO PROVIDE PROPER CARE FOR YOUR RV COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF WARRANTY COVERAGE ADDITIONAL MANUALS MAY BE SUPPLIED AND AVAILABLE BY THE MANUFACTURER OF THE COMPONENT AND OR APPLIANCE SEE THE INFORMATION PACKET IN YOUR COACH Conventional Travel Trailer Travel Trailer Toy Hauler Conventional Fifth Wheel Fifth Whee...

Page 3: ...RV 17 Equipment 17 Tow Vehicle 17 Hitches Travel Trailer 17 Hitches Fifth Wheel 18 Hitch Height Specifications Travel Trailer 18 Hitch Height Specifications Fifth Wheel 18 Hook up Travel Trailer 18 Hook up Fifth Wheel 19 Safety Chains Travel Trailer 19 Front Landing Jacks 19 Traveling 20 Weights 20 Weighing Vehicle Loaded or Unloaded 20 Loading Procedures 21 Tires 22 Understanding Tire Pressure an...

Page 4: ...3 CO Alarm 33 Propane Gas Alarm 33 Malfunction Service Signal 33 End of Life Signal 34 Smoke Alarm 34 Operation 34 Testing 34 Steps 35 Windows 36 Doors 36 TV Antenna nonmoving 37 Slideouts 38 Trailer Set up Requirements General 38 Below Floor Slide System 38 Above Floor Slideout All Brands and Types 39 Bedroom Slideout 39 Power for Operation 39 Operational Switch 40 Electrical Components 40 Manual...

Page 5: ...em 54 Propane Container 55 Servicing and Filling Propane Containers 55 Installing Propane Containers 57 Regulator 59 High Pressure Hoses with Acme Connectors 60 Main Supply Low Pressure 60 Operation 60 Checking for Leaks 61 Propane Gas Consumption 62 Electrical System 63 General Information 63 Changes and Modifications 63 120 volt System 63 Power Cord 30 Amp or 50 Amp 63 Circuit Breakers and Box 6...

Page 6: ...ting 75 Oven Burner 76 Match Lighting 76 Electronic Lighting 76 Water Heater 77 DSI Model 77 Operating Instructions Propane 77 Operating Instructions DSI 78 Operating Instructions Electric Element 78 To Turn off Water Heater 78 Winterizing your Water Heater 79 Refrigerator 79 Leveling 80 Venting 80 Door Seal 81 Door Latch 81 Operation in Transit 81 Defrosting and Cleaning the Refrigerator Interior...

Page 7: ...ce Get to know your new recreational vehicle and how it operates You should carefully read and understand these instructions as well as information supplied by the manufacturers of separately warranted products since they contain important operating safety and maintenance instructions If you have questions that are not adequately answered by this manual or other booklets consult your dealer If he ...

Page 8: ...Disregarding a WARNING may result in serious physical injury to occupant A DANGER alerts areas where safety measures MUST be strictly adhered to as such failures can be dangerous Disregarding a DANGER could cause serious injury and possible loss of life 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 immedia...

Page 9: ...e reached and then check the lugs every 500 miles 7 Test the brake operation BEFORE entering or traveling on a busy highway 8 Always block the trailer wheels solidly before unhitching 9 Before leaving a camp area with a trailer in tow insure a The safety pin or locking lever is seated b The breakaway wire is attached to the tow vehicle c All jacks are raised so that they cannot touch the ground d ...

Page 10: ...ing beads and running down walls or windows C Normal breathing will emit approximately 1 2 pint of moisture into the air per person per day The more occupants the greater quantity of condensation you may find Solutions 1 When taking a shower open bath roof vent approximately inch allowing moisture to escape 2 Use the power vent over range when cooking 3 If condensation is found in cabinets or clos...

Page 11: ...e 3 Roof vents There are numerous types a Standard air flow using gravity flow method b Power 12V or 110V vents will move air faster c Hi volume power vents operating with 12 volt power can circulate air in a coach in several minutes if windows are open accordingly If there is a fan in the rear open window s in front Different brands models have different features such as remote control rain senso...

Page 12: ... best of your knowledge the nature of the problem Please keep appointments to establish a good workable relationship 2 Contact the owner or general manager of the dealership should the initial attempt fail with the service department 3 Contact Customer Relations Department KZRV 0985N 900W Shipshewana IN 46565 Phone 866 472 5460 Hours 8am 5pm E S T E mail kz kz rv com Website http www kz rv com Giv...

Page 13: ...h authorized KZRV dealers only Owner s Responsibility When owning and using a recreational vehicle it is important to perform regular and normal maintenance This is recommended twice a year spring and fall to prevent undesired deterioration of your coach Weather elements play an important function on sealants and other components requiring normal maintenance As an owner and operator it is your res...

Page 14: ...mited to fading or discoloration of soft goods e g Tents upholstery drapes carpet vinyl screens cushions and mattresses fading or discoloration of exterior or fiberglass components tears punctures soiling mildew mold and the effects of moisture condensation inside the unit 5 the effects of alteration tampering mishandling neglect abuse misuse weather acts of nature acts of God or corrosive atmosph...

Page 15: ...h notice KZRV shall repair or replace such warrantied defect within a reasonable time but not later than ninety 90 days after delivery by the consumer The scheduling of warranty work at an authorized dealer or service center is not controlled by KZRV and delays may be experienced KZRV is not responsible for loss of use of the unit expenses for fuel telephone food lodging travel loss of income or r...

Page 16: ... registration must be completed and returned to KZRV within fifteen 15 days of delivery of the unit to the consumer Failure to do so can void this TLW or cause delays in obtaining benefits The TLW registration and all inquiries must be directed to KZRV L P Warranty Department 0985 N 900W Shipshewana Indiana 46565 Telephone 260 768 4016 I HERBY ACKNOWLEGE THAT I HAVE RECEIVED READ AND UNDERSTAND TH...

Page 17: ...vehicle and any vehicle in tow as a combined weight This information supplied by the tow vehicle manufacturer is related to the capability of the tow vehicle The condition of the suspension in your tow vehicle is also an important factor Make sure your tow vehicle is in good operating condition and follow the factory recommended maintenance guidelines Hitches Travel Trailer After obtaining your to...

Page 18: ...position Measure from the inside of the ball socket to the ground approximately 18 to 22 inches as shown for correct spacing You may wish to add 1 to 2 inches to this amount to compensate for sag of suspension of the tow vehicles when hooked to the trailer Hitch Height Specifications Fifth Wheel There is no recommended hitch height for fifth wheels The pin box is adjustable at two inch intervals f...

Page 19: ...r of tow vehicle 2 Now take right chain under the coupler and attach to left ring on hitch receiver of tow vehicle Hook up Fifth Wheel 1 Place tow vehicle close to pin box 2 Raise or lower front end of RV as needed 3 Back your tow vehicle against pin carefully 4 Lower pin box until it touches hitch 5 Release latch to lock pin to hitch BE SURE it is locked to avoid a drop on tow vehicle 6 Raise fro...

Page 20: ...tions ordered at the manufacturing time It includes all weight at the trailer axle s and tongue or pin If applicable it also includes full generator fluids including fuel engine oil and coolants Cargo Carrying Capacity CCC is equal to the GVWR minus each of the following UVW full fresh potable water weight including water heater and full propane weight Weighing Vehicle Loaded or Unloaded The prope...

Page 21: ...e space for living and storage areas The equipment and supplies you take along while traveling can be carried safely provided the additional weight is distributed properly Proper weight distribution within your trailer is an important factor in safety and efficiency of your trailer brakes hitching and how your tow vehicle will pull the trailer DO NOT put excessive weight in the rear area Excessive...

Page 22: ...re Taking care of your tires during travel is very important Top of the list is maintaining correct air pressure and secondly is NOT overloading your RV With proper care the performance of fuel economy and handling on the road will be better Safety on the road is very important in avoiding road hazards which can damage your tires plus obeying the speed limits Any damages caused by improper loading...

Page 23: ...cates the amount of air pressure measured in pounds per square inch psi a tire requires to be properly inflated You will also find this number on the vehicle information placard expressed in kilopascals kPa which is the metric measurement used internationally The listed amount is for maximum load capacity When traveling with less than full weight you may wish to reduce air pressure slightly for a ...

Page 24: ...ot be covered under warranty Wheel alignments may be needed periodically due to road hazards such as pot holes etc This also is not covered under warranty due to being an uncontrollable element Wheel alignments will assist with getting the maximum life from your tires Alignments require special equipment and should be performed by a qualified technician Tire Repair The proper repair of a punctured...

Page 25: ...nt to back and side to side Heavy items should be placed low and as close to the axle positions as reasonable Too many items on one side may overload a tire The best way to know the actual weight of the vehicle is to weigh it at a public scale Talk to your RV dealer to discuss the weighing methods needed to capture the various weights related to the RV This would include weights for the following ...

Page 26: ...0 to 120 pounds 11 Place all equipment into coach or tow vehicle 12 Re torque lug nuts after traveling 100 miles Wheel Bearings ALL wheel bearings are pre lubricated during assembly of axle and brakes Your coach may have ULTRA LUBE a method of having a grease fitting in the end of the axle Remove rubber cap on the end of axle and using a standard grease gun you may place 6 to 8 shots of grease int...

Page 27: ... 14 gauge from front end to brakes Brake assemblies are wired in parallel never in series Being parallel there will be equal voltage and amperage at each brake assembly for equal braking capability and or performance 12 gauge may be desired in your tow vehicle if installing accessories Use the foot pedal control for general operation for combined use of both brake systems Manual control is to be u...

Page 28: ...entially causing damaged wiring connectors and breakaway switch plus unnecessary energy draw Towing When towing your trailer or fifth wheel you need to recognize the extra weight behind your tow vehicle Below is a list of things which need to be remembered while traveling GROUND LINE FROM BRAKE CONTROLLER LANYARD FAST ENED TO AUTO BUMPER FRAME TRAILER BATTERY LINE SPLICE TO BRAKE LINE POSITIVE BRA...

Page 29: ... your water drainage system and especially your refrigerator are designed to operate in a level position Second it is more comfortable to live on the level Should a level site not be available use short 2 x 6 blocks of wood to raise the low side wheels to a level position Use the tongue jack or front landing gear jacks to raise or lower as needed to level front to back Before unhooking the trailer...

Page 30: ...cupying and moving around in your camper It is important to remember that stabilizer jacks are for support of the coach and are not designed to bear or raise the weight of a recreational vehicle To operate the stabilizer jack place crank onto the jack shaft and turn clockwise to lower until the frame begins to raise slightly Equalize all four jacks for best support You may need to adjust each jack...

Page 31: ...tly this detector also serves as a carbon monoxide protection device A converter or auxiliary battery is required to supply 12 volt power to operate the device There is no master cutoff switch to disengage detector What is Carbon Monoxide Carbon Monoxide CO is a highly poisonous gas which is released when fuels are burnt It is invisible has no smell and is therefore very difficult to detect with t...

Page 32: ... not light see the section Trouble Shooting Guide in the user s manual for further information Do not attempt to fix it yourself Gas Alarm When you power the alarm it has a warm up period of approximately 1 minute This unit cannot go into a gas alarm during the warm up period After 1 minute the alarm can detect explosive gas and will energize the relay on models 35 742 R and 35 742 R MS Simultaneo...

Page 33: ... dangerous level of propane or methane gas is detected IMMEDIATE ACTION IS REQUIRED See Procedures To Take During A Gas Alarm The detector will continue to alarm until the Test Mute switch on the front of the alarm is pressed Ventilate the RV The RED Gas LED will continue to flash until the gas has cleared or the gas alarm will reactivate in approximately 5 minutes if the gas is still present DO N...

Page 34: ...M UNTIL YOU HAVE A REPLACEMENT ALARM AVAILABLE TO INSTALL Smoke Alarm Smoke alarms are required when propane is in the coach and open flame cooking happens The alarm is placed on the ceiling between the sleeping and cooking area of each RV Energy to operate is supplied by a 9 volt battery Operation The smoke alarm is in operation once the battery is correctly connected The LED will flash every min...

Page 35: ...n will be found in the maintenance manual Inside Door Solid Steps Before lowering observe and obey the stickers attached to the steps regarding handling the assembly Open the entrance door and the step assembly will be inside standing vertical Grab handle yellow or blue with right hand and turn to unlatch Use left hand to hold step assembly so as NOT to allow it to fall out of unit Lower the step ...

Page 36: ... on trunk doors need a small quantity of silicone lubricant sprayed internally two times per year to keep functioning correctly Propane compartment doors are not permitted to have keyed locks regulated by state codes Optional entrance doors may have friction hinges Meaning it must be pushed fully open and will not swing freely Ensure that leveling feet firmly contact the ground and that steps are ...

Page 37: ...ot be rotated or raised up The base is attached to the roof with 4 screws and antenna is attached with 2 bolts and nuts TV2 TO TVs Auxiliary Satellite Receiver Connection Front Side of Power Supply FIG 7a Cable IN Ant IN TV Set 2 Power Supply Back Side On Set 2 There may be a splitter Park Cable Input Cable IN Amplified Signal TV Ant IN TV1 ...

Page 38: ...w slide systems same as above Before operating the power slideout system in your coach read and become familiar with these instructions along with components and operation methods Most of these components are inside of the enclosed underbelly cover and can t be seen Trailer Set Up Requirements General NOTE 1 Before operating the slideout room level the trailer front to rear and side to side 2 Exte...

Page 39: ...so attached to sidewall at opening point to give ease in slideout movement in and out Power for Operation Slideout system is powered by 12 volt energy produced by a converter transferring 120 volt into 12 volt Automatic breakers 20 or 30 amp feed the motor when switch is engaged Provision is made to add an auxiliary 12 volt battery when 120 volt is not available Battery is not supplied by manufact...

Page 40: ...ain rails along with gear box attached to ram On the above floor slide it will be under the floor of the sofa or dinette Manual Override Below Floor Slideout Should a power failure occur no 120 volt power or the battery loses its charge follow the directions listed below 1 On Lippert rack and pinion frames there is a 1 2 shaft coming through the main rail of frame On the outer end is a small 1 8 x...

Page 41: ...on error codes are listed and found in the manual supplied by the manufacturer of equipment for circuit board and other components It is very important to keep tracks clean from dirt and debris Don t forget each side has its own motor Should slide move at an angle one motor may be disconnected or failed to move Manual Override A MANUAL OVERRIDE ELECTRIC 1 Locate the circuit board 2 Press the mode ...

Page 42: ... on most units to climb onto the roof area Ladders are rated to handle 200lbs at a time when climbing onto the roof Some ladders have a folding step Do not store articles on the ladder during travel If you do so warranty will become void on ladder While traveling all mini blinds need to be in the up position to avoid swinging and scratching the paneling Even with brackets at lower part of window p...

Page 43: ...hazards of being under the bed when lowering raising or stowing the bed PINCH POINTS Beware of pinch points between the base of the Murphy bed and the sofa when lowering and between the base of the bed and the storage compartment when raising and or stowing the bed Also beware of the pinch point between the footboard and your feet when lowering the bed and the footboard and the base of the bed whe...

Page 44: ...ead of the bed 5 When stowing the Murphy bed please again make certain that two people do so and no one or no object is on the bed or in the storage compartment 6 Unlatch the bed and slowly raise it to the upright position Again beware of pinch points and the footboard hitting your hands while the bed is being raised While holding the base of the bed latch the barrel latch pins on either side of t...

Page 45: ...ed depending on model and floor plan A City Water Fill See Figure 1 1 Water is received into the system through a direct hookup referred to as city water fill Attach a hose to the hook up and supply line Open the faucet from the supply line Enter the unit and open all faucets to allow air to escape as there will be some air pockets B Gravity Water Fill See Figure 2 1 To place water into the fresh ...

Page 46: ...pply water and continue to run until approximately 40 pounds of pressure is achieved When pressure drops to 20 pounds pump will restart Some cycling in pump may occur A check valve is built within the pump to prevent water from flowing into the supply tank The pump has a small filter attached on the in port side to prevent any foreign matter from entering the pump You need to annually or even more...

Page 47: ...ith Vinyl ABS or fiberglass material similar to those in your home Shower curtains are provided with the coach and must be used to prevent water from spilling onto the floor possibly causing damage to floor and or sidewalls The shower head used in the bathroom has a non positive shutoff valve and will drip slightly in shut off position A vacuum breaker is also built into the faucet to permit water...

Page 48: ...d for hot and blue for cold transport water throughout the coach Valves to direct flow are near city water fill or pump area Connector elbows and tees are plastic or copper and are held together with compression rings for no leakage Low Point Drains Low point drains are placed on recreational vehicles to drain water lines tanks and water heater to prepare coach for winterization and sanitizing sys...

Page 49: ...and allow this solution to agitate in tank for several days by vehicle motion 9 Drain tank again and flush with fresh water 10 Your water system is now ready to use 11 Turn pump power off when not using it The slideouts containing kitchens will have flexible hoses installed on both fresh water lines and drain lines Make sure there are no obstructions kinks or bends to allow free flow and prevent a...

Page 50: ...rmination valve CLOSED until the tank is at least 3 4 full This will provide sufficient water to assist in complete draining of tank Using Toilet and Tank System When camping you should always have 4 to 6 inches of water in the toilet bowl The toilet system performs better when you run water 10 to 20 seconds after flushing to ensure wastes will proceed to the bottom of the tank Unlike your toilet ...

Page 51: ... odors from escaping into the coach unless P traps are dry During travel water from the P traps may spill and permit odors into the coach These odors come from fats and food particles decomposing in the tank By adding water and using a RV approved deodorizing agent contents will dissolve faster keeping the drain lines and tanks clean and free flowing These chemicals are available at a RV supply st...

Page 52: ...se for several minutes to remove any foreign matter from tank and probes Remember the moisture content may give you a false reading on your monitor panel indicating it is full Allow time to dry out tank or recharge for next usage Maintenance for Holding Tank The following maintenance is recommended by our holding tank suppliers to keep your tanks clean and keep the probes free of debris and build ...

Page 53: ... been drained use an air hose from a compressor and an adapter attached to city water fill In about 3 to 5 minutes all water will be blown out of system 4 Pour one 1 pint 16 oz of non toxic RV antifreeze into each P Trap Each sink has a P Trap as does the bathtub Method 2 The water heater bypass kit is designed and built to avoid having antifreeze in the water heater This kit is standard on some m...

Page 54: ...freezes at 32 Fahrenheit There is no product that can be added to the water to ensure freeze protection when the system is in use other than RV antifreeze DO NOT drink water which contains antifreeze Propane Fuel System The fuel system in your recreational vehicle has numerous components such as piping copper tubing brass connectors hoses regulators and appliances Each of these components will be ...

Page 55: ...container Valve assembly actually has 3 valves in one body 1 Main pass thru portion to fill container and draw propane out is controlled by upper 3 sided knob on top 2 A small screw on the side of main body referred to as the 10 valve which allows air to be released and indicates when container is filled to 80 capacity 3 Incoming positive seal valve MUST be pushed inward with fill nozzle or by POL...

Page 56: ... the container reaches 80 at full capacity vapor appears Shut the supply filling valve off Close the 10 valve plus the top handle of the main valve An internal float also limits propane intake When refilling propane containers they are generally removed from propane compartment or tie downs BE SURE to reinstall correctly as shown in installation instructions and test for leaks When propane contain...

Page 57: ...gulator to the manifold fitting in the frame 7 Attach two short pigtail hoses to the regulator and bottles at the ACME fitting 8 Test all propane connections for leakage A warning label has been located near the propane container This label read as follows A warning label has been placed near the propane container This label reads as follows DO NOT FILL CONTAINER S TO MORE THAN 80 OF CAPACITY 1 Ov...

Page 58: ...AS PIPING SYSTEM IS DESIGNED FOR USE WITH PROPANE ONLY DO NOT CONNECT NATURAL GAS TO THIS SYSTEM Securely cap inlet when not connected for use After turning on gas except after normal cylinder replacement test gas piping and connections to appliances for leakage with soapy water or bubble solution Do not use products that contain ammonia or chlorine Propane cylinders shall not be placed or stored ...

Page 59: ...able and may need to be adjusted for precise operation We suggest this to be normal maintenance and performed once per year Do not make this adjustment without a manometer This instrument is required to read actual pressure If pressure is too high it affects performance and safety Should pressure be too low appliances will not operate correctly An authorized technician with proper equipment should...

Page 60: ...to sense excessive flow There are two functions of this device 1 should container valve be opened too quickly this device may close stopping the flow of propane 2 Should there be a rupture in propane line it will reduce the flow to SCFH Standard Cubic Feet per Hour This device will equalize normal flow in about 5 seconds generally not noticeable Main Supply Hose Low Pressure The main supply hose w...

Page 61: ...quest your dealer to perform a maintenance check each spring Should you encounter an odor possibly propane turn off any and all open flames and begin a systematic search for leaks on the complete propane system NEVER USE A MATCH Use a soapy water solution which contains NO AMMONIA or CHLORINE content to check for leaks If a leak is identified bubbles will appear ALWAYS use two wrenches when tighte...

Page 62: ...nd the length of time operated Each gallon of propane produces about 91 500 BTUs of heat energy Following is a list of typical appliance consumption when turned on fully for one hour of operation 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 tank valve s or propane supply connection 4...

Page 63: ...ns and or modifications need to be performed by qualified electrical technicians using only approved components which meet safety and code requirements This includes owners dealers etc who desire to make changes The manufacturer is not responsible for any changes or alterations made to the 120 volt system of the coach Power Cord 30 AMP or 50 AMP The power cord is a detachable cord stored inside of...

Page 64: ...d Circuit Breakers and Box 120 volt On a 30 amp system a maximum of six distribution circuits are permitted All breakers are sized according to power needs on each line The following generic drawing shows the circuit breaker alignment with number one being the main breaker on all floor plans Depending on the size floor plan and options of your coach circuit three through six will vary and possibly...

Page 65: ...white neutral wire and green bare ground to complete circuitry Actually these two positive wires added together are 240 volt AC service yet serve two separate banks as the external sticker indicates A 50 amp main breaker will distribute current to separate banks verifying 240 volts are present There are NO 240 volt appliances in this coach If use of a reducing adapter or pigtail is needed because ...

Page 66: ...ouble throw This is for OEM installation only On certain models of RVs the options require more amperage of 120 volt power than the coach has available When this happens a DP DT switch must be installed Meaning the owner MUST choose which appliance they wish to use Example Air conditioner or fireplace microwave or outside kitchen microwave etc This can happen on larger coaches with 50 amp service ...

Page 67: ... harm to appliances and personal electrical shock Polarity testers may be purchased in most electrical and hardware stores with the GFCI tester built in During use of the recreational vehicle it is suggested to test this receptacle once per month To test press the TEST button in The RESET button should pop out Power should now be turned off at this receptacle and any receptacles down line To resto...

Page 68: ...ries are not standard equipment or offered as an option on units They can be purchased from your dealer or battery store Recommended batteries are the deep cycle type as you need longer slow consuming power rather than cold cranking power A battery is always required for a break away switch to function a legal requirement in most states A battery requires routine maintenance for long life First te...

Page 69: ... their own wire harness Two 40 amp fuses are placed in converter protecting converter should you connect a battery up backwards Fuses will blow rather than damage your converter Circuit breakers are placed in several locations An automatic reset breaker is placed within 18 inches of the auxiliary battery Breaker will automatically reset upon cool down normally 60 seconds A 30 amp automatic reset b...

Page 70: ...hed to the battery to transfer power to the coach The connector between the recreational vehicle and the tow vehicle may build up corrosion due to moisture You may need to clean these terminals occasionally to insure good electrical contact Porch Lights Porch lights are placed on the left and right sidewalls Switches for these lights depending on models will be on the interior sidewall Occasionall...

Page 71: ...uch a receptacle may be installed on your coach and can be located on the exterior rear wall with a 10 amp rating The actual solar panel is an aftermarket item to be purchased from your dealer Its main function is to maintain a charge for an auxiliary battery you may have placed on your coach when 120 volt power is not available Any electrical installation that does not meet the criteria of the ma...

Page 72: ...on is placed in the manual and also on a sticker located inside your coach Furnace The furnace in your recreational vehicle requires 12 volt electrical current and propane gas energy for correct operation The furnace receives 12 volt power from a fully charged battery and or the converter in the coach This power must be present before propane gas can enter through the control to the burner tube Th...

Page 73: ...engage electrical current for operation Same lever will also set temperature as desired A third type of thermostat is used only when air conditioner has a HEAT PUMP From the time you turn the thermostat on there is a delay built into the furnace to perform a purge cycle preventing any possible propane vapor build up in the chamber NOTE Different model furnaces are used for different unit floor pla...

Page 74: ...the lowest setting then move lever to OFF position 2 Turn off all electrical power to the appliance if service is to be performed ALL furnaces have a 12 volt DC switch built on the furnace and must be turned ON for furnace to operate Some models may have a wood panel cover in front of switch making it difficult to have access to it External Vents Always be sure these vents are clear of any objects...

Page 75: ...e lights is located behind the switch on converter and fuse panel Operating Instructions Lighting Top Burners Match Lighting 1 Before lighting check to make sure the control knobs are turned to off position 2 Check that the main gas tank valve is open 3 Turn the appropriate burner knob counterclockwise to LITE position NOTE Do not attempt to light more than one burner at a time 4 Immediately strik...

Page 76: ... Repeat steps 4 and 5 if pilot does not stay lit 7 Rotate the oven control knob to adjust burner flame to desired level The oven pilot has been factory set and requires no further adjustment Electronic Ignition 1 Before lighting check to make sure all the control knobs are turned to the off position 2 Check that the main propane tank valve is open 3 Push and turn the oven control knob counterclock...

Page 77: ...ny propane control which has been under water Before operating the water heater check the location of the vent to make sure it will not be blocked by the opening of any exterior door on the trailer If it can be blocked do not operate the water heater with the door open Handheld igniters may be used but be sure they are the type designed for lighting open flame burners When holding the match or lig...

Page 78: ...tems should be checked before calling a service person 1 Switch turned off 2 Propane supply to heater is empty or turned off 3 Reset button on Energy Cutoff Switch ECO is tripped 4 If burner fails to light call a Suburban Service center or a local RV Service agency Operating Instructions Electric Element Electric water heaters are designed to operate with a minimum amount of service problems howev...

Page 79: ...rands and sizes models and styles of refrigerators in its coaches These appliances will use and consume propane 120 volt and 12 volt energy To keep your food cold at a cool temperature 34 to 38 degrees it MUST remove the heat from the appliance Types of cooling units 1 Absorption system requires precise leveling within 1 degree Air MUST enter at lower service vent door and be allowed to escape at ...

Page 80: ...Compressor being supplied with 120 volt feeding the converter to produce 12 volt provides energy to cool the appliance Leveling and venting is less critical for the absorption system See owner s manual supplied by manufacturer for more instructions KZRV is now using 12 volt DC compressor powered refrigerators Power of 12 volt DC will be supplied by converter on regular basis Provisions must be all...

Page 81: ... Each latch has a rating by pounds of pressure yet will prevent the door from opening during travel Operation in Transit During camping or parking the refrigerator MUST be level for best operation While traveling the up and down hill movement of the coach will not affect the performance of the refrigerator AS ALL chemicals in cooling unit ARE IN MOTION Defrosting and Cleaning the Refrigerator Inte...

Page 82: ...Additional information will be found in the manual supplied by the manufacturer of the refrigerator for all units Monitor Panel Your panel through modern technology will supply the charge condition of your battery and water level information from your water tanks Operation requires 12 volt power supplied by the battery or converter Sensors one negative and three positive attached to a resistor fee...

Page 83: ...rves as an outside shower port A hose is included 4 A second microwave is included with the tall kitchen You will have to choose which one to use A switch is inside the camper generally called a Double pole Double throw switch Since there is only 30 amp service available you must make this choice 5 Another feature available on some outside kitchens is a TV set to watch under the awning A refrigera...

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Page 88: ...as been inspected by our trained inspectors and fully meets our high quality standards As the owner of a new KZRV you can rest assured that we will do all we can to keep you a happy camper Naturally your selling dealership is always happy to help you with any questions you may have or service you may need And should you need assistance when traveling with over 250 KZRV dealers nationwide assistanc...

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