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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Chapter 1 – Introduction to RV Ownership .................................. 1

Safety Considerations............................................................... 2

Reporting Safety Defects .................................................... 2

Safety When Emergency Stopping ..................................... 3

Additional Safety Considerations ........................................ 3

Condensation ..................................................................... 4

Chapter 2 – Service Procedures .................................................. 5

Basic Service Procedures ......................................................... 5

Dealer... ............................................................................. 6

Factory…... ........................................................................ 6

Parts….. ............................................................................. 6

Owner’s Responsibility ....................................................... 6

Towable Limited Warranty .................................................. 8

Chapter 3 – Using Your RV ......................................................... 12

Equipment…........................................................................... 12

Tow Vehicle ..................................................................... 12

Hitches – Travel Trailer .................................................... 12

Hitch Height Specifications – Travel Trailer ....................... 13

Hook-Up (Travel Trailer) ................................................... 13

The Safety Chain (Travel Trailer) ...................................... 14

Traveling…. ............................................................................ 14

Weights ............................................................................ 14

Weighing Vehicle (Loaded or Unloaded) ........................... 15

Loading the Trailer—Distribution....................................... 15

Towing.. ........................................................................... 16

Breakaway Switch .................................................................. 18

Fire Extinguisher .............................................................. 18

Setting Up and Using Your Recreational Vehicle ..................... 19

General Detector Information............................................ 20

Propane Detector ............................................................. 20

Smoke Alarm… ................................................................ 23

Steps (Two or Three) ........................................... 24

Windows .......................................................................... 25

Doors….. .......................................................................... 25

TV Antennas (Standard Roof Mount) ................................ 25

Chapter 4 – Systems ................................................................... 27

Water and Drainage Plumbing ................................................ 27

Tanks…….. ...................................................................... 27

Filling Fresh Water System ............................................... 27

12-Volt Demand Pump ..................................................... 28

Faucets… ........................................................................ 28

Bath and Shower .............................................................. 28

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Page 1: ...GUIDEBOOK TO ENJOYMENT OF YOUR KZRV L P RECREATIONAL VEHICLE SPORTSMEN CLASSIC O w n e r s M A N U A L PDF created with pdfFactory trial version www pdffactory com ...

Page 2: ...tions Travel Trailer 13 Hook Up Travel Trailer 13 The Safety Chain Travel Trailer 14 Traveling 14 Weights 14 Weighing Vehicle Loaded or Unloaded 15 Loading the Trailer Distribution 15 Towing 16 Breakaway Switch 18 Fire Extinguisher 18 Setting Up and Using Your Recreational Vehicle 19 General Detector Information 20 Propane Detector 20 Smoke Alarm 23 Steps Two or Three 24 Windows 25 Doors 25 TV Ant...

Page 3: ...ssure 42 Operation 42 Checking for Leaks 43 If You Smell Gas 43 Propane Gas Consumption 45 Electrical System 46 General Information 46 Changes and Modifications 46 Power Cord 46 Circuit Breakers and Box 47 GFCI Protection 49 12 Volt DC System 49 Converter 49 Auxiliary Battery 50 Circuit Breakers and Fuses 51 Exterior Lights and Connector 12V 52 Porch Lights 52 Brake Wiring 53 Chapter 5 Appliances ...

Page 4: ...Moisture Reduction Heater 61 Door Seal 61 Door Latch 62 Air Conditioning Optional 62 iii PDF created with pdfFactory trial version www pdffactory com ...

Page 5: ... 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 cannot satisfactorily answer your questions he will ...

Page 6: ...onal injury or even death could result from failure to follow instructions properly Mechanical damage may also occur Reporting Safety Defects If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying KZ If NHTSA in addition receives similar co...

Page 7: ...lation closely Under inflated tires will overheat Overheated tires are a potential hazard as they may throw rubber and cause a blow out Check the tire pressure before each trip while the tires are cold 6 Check and tighten the wheel lugs regularly every 50 miles when new until 200 miles are reached and then check the lugs every 500 miles 7 Check the brakes in a safe area not while traveling a busy ...

Page 8: ...when cooking 3 If condensation is found in cabinet or closets open door slightly to equalize temperature and provide ventilation 4 Opening windows and roof vents when possible allowing warm moist air to escape is the best way to reduce condensation 5 Under extreme conditions you may need to use a dehumidifier to remove moist air conditions In camping coaches which have tents or fabric bunk areas s...

Page 9: ...nt for an appointment Describe to the 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 9270 W US 20 Shipshewana IN 46565 Phone 260 768 4016 E mail kz kz rv com Website htt...

Page 10: ...ity at Shipshewana Indiana Should your KZ product be in need of major repairs and your dealer recommends factory repairs please follow the steps listed below for such work 1 Your dealer must make an appointment with service personnel at the factory PRIOR to your arrival 2 Any freight costs as listed on warranty coverage are the responsibility of the owner as listed in the warranty coverage schedul...

Page 11: ...are traveling and are unable to locate an authorized KZ dealer or an authorized dealer for the component needing service please call our customer service office at 260 768 4016 Service at a non authorized dealer MUST have prior authorization You will be asked to return any mechanical parts replaced before reimbursement consideration is made Unauthorized or improper repairs may void the warranty of...

Page 12: ...inside the unit 5 the effects of alteration tampering mishandling neglect abuse misuse weather acts of nature acts of God or corrosive atmospheres that promote rusting oxidation or pitting 6 minor imperfections that do not interfere or affect the suitability of the unit for its intended use 7 the effects of consumer s or transferee s failure to perform normal and routine maintenance e g inspection...

Page 13: ...consumer Should the unit not be repaired or replaced within said period of time then the consumer must contact KZRV by CERTIFIED MAIL with a written description of the claimed warranted defect and the efforts to remedy it FAILURE TO SO NOTIFY KZRV IN THIS REGARD SHALL RENDER THIS TLW VOID AS TO THE CLAIMED DEFECT After receipt of such notice KZRV shall repair or replace such warranted defect withi...

Page 14: ...lect to submit the matter to binding arbitration and if such election is exercised the consumer covenants and agrees that he she they or it shall submit any such disputes to such binding arbitration The arbitral body shall be either the American Arbitration Association or the National Arbitration Foundation and the rules of the body chosen by KZRV shall govern except to the extent same are in conf...

Page 15: ...nt parts should be completed and delivered in accordance with the instructions contained therein The TLW 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 Shipshe...

Page 16: ...short wheel bases such as Broncos or Blazers A second factor is GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating which refers to the total weight of the tow 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 v...

Page 17: ...icles when hooked to tow vehicles Hook Up Travel Trailer Hooking up your travel trailer is not difficult and gets easier with practice The following procedure will help you until you become more experienced 1 To raise the tongue of trailer above the hitch ball on hitch turn the crank on the jack 2 Open the coupler latch 3 Back the tow vehicle into proper position 4 Turn the crank on the jack to lo...

Page 18: ...plied with your coach meets SAE requirements for maximum gross trailer weight 1 Cross the left chain under the coupler and attach to the right mounting slot in the trailer hitch 2 Repeat step one with the right chain Slack for each length should be the same but not more than necessary to permit the vehicle to turn at their minimum radius TRAVELING Weights For safety reasons and federal regulations...

Page 19: ...r 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 excess weight in the trunk only Excessive weight in t...

Page 20: ...ind your vehicle Below is a list of things which you need to remember while traveling 1 With the trailer attached you will have slower acceleration and will require more distance to stop 2 Be sure you have enough area at corners when turning as wider turns are necessary Be sure to use your turn signals for your own safety and the safety of others 3 In passing or changing lanes remember you will ne...

Page 21: ... including bike racks generators cargo containers etc could cause metal fatigue and weld stress Any such failures could damage your property and endanger vehicles following your camper during travel which could result in an accident The frame is NOT designed or built to tow any trailer WARNING PDF created with pdfFactory trial version www pdffactory com ...

Page 22: ... Maintenance for additional information concerning axles brakes and bearings Fire Extinguisher A fire extinguisher is installed in each vehicle and is located near the entrance door in the recreational vehicle Be familiar with its location and operating instructions as printed on the extinguisher Inspect your fire extinguisher at least two times per year or more often as instructed on the extingui...

Page 23: ... the coupler on the A frame by turning the tongue jack until the ball is free 4 Disconnect the 7 way wire connector safety chains and the breakaway cable 5 Move the tow vehicle away as desired 6 Lower the tongue jack until the coach is level 7 Now lower the stabilizer jacks two or four as equipped The use of stabilizer jacks on a recreational vehicle is a popular and useful option They provide a r...

Page 24: ...ND AT LEAST ONCE PER WEEK DURING USE Each listed detectors have its own manual and instructions sheet providing more information for it s use and maintenance Life time if the detector ranges from five to seven years and will need to be replaced as per manufacturers instructions SAFETY DETECTORS Combo Propane and Carbon Monoxide Any recreational vehicle which contains a propane fuel system with pro...

Page 25: ... Simultaneous CO and Gas Alarms Because the risk of a propane gas explosion is generally a more serious danger you alarm unit gives the gas alarm a higher priority during simultaneous alarm condition If your unit generates alarms for both Gas and CO at the same time the gas LED will flash red and the beeper will sound The CO LED will be a solid Red until the CO is ventilated out of the RV at which...

Page 26: ...s has cleared or the gas alarm will reactivate in approximately 5 minutes if the gas is still present DO NOT RE ENTER THE RV This alarm will return to normal operation after the RV is properly ventilated MALFUNCTION SERVICE SIGNAL If any malfunction is detected the Gas LED will remain off and the Operational CO LED will alternate Red Green and the alarm will sound once every 15 seconds Press the T...

Page 27: ...the ceiling between the sleeping area and cooking area of each RV built Operation The smoke alarm is operation once the battery is correctly connected The LED will flash every minute to show the battery is supplying power to the alarm When production of combustion are sensed the unit sounds a loud alarm which continues until the air is cleared False Alarm Mute Controls Models S SLL with the mute f...

Page 28: ...to your hearing The test button accurately tests all functions Never use an open flame from a match or lighter to test this smoke alarm You may ignite and set fire to the smoke alarm and your home MOBILE HOME AND RV LOCATIONS TEST SMOKE ALARM OPERATON AFTER VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN STORAGE BEFORE EACH TRIP AND AT LEAST ONCE PER WEEK DURING USE Steps Two or Three Before entering your recreational vehicl...

Page 29: ...silicone lubricant sprayed internally two times per year to keep functioning correctly TV Antennas Standard Roof Mount To raise the antenna turn crank c l o c k wi se i n U P d i r e c t i o n approximately 13 turns or until some resistance to turning is noted figure 1 On amplified models 12 volt DC power is required for full performance Turn the power supply ON with the push button switch figure ...

Page 30: ...tch the power supply ON and OFF to see if there is a difference in the picture quality while watching TV If NO difference test for 12 volt power at the cable on the roof top as 12 volt D C power much be there to activate power booster in antenna head When lowering the antenna never lower it into any position except the TRAVEL POSITION Failure to lower antenna into the TRAVEL POSITION before travel...

Page 31: ...ty water fill After attaching a hose to hook up and supply line open the faucet from the supply line Enter the coach and open any faucet to relieve air from the lines The water heater will fill first before the supply lines You will experience some air pockets Allow them to escape before closing faucets 2 Gravity Water Fill figure 2 To place water into the fresh water tank remove cap from the fill...

Page 32: ... faucets when sufficient water volume is achieved It is normal to experience occasional air pockets in the system Bath and Shower Your bathtub and shower are built with 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 The shower head used in the bathroom has a ...

Page 33: ...ill sanitize the plumbing system For Gravity Fill Storage Tanks 1 Close all the drains tank low point drains and have by pass closed to water heater 2 Open lid on gravity fill and pour above content into tank A funnel may assist your efforts or be required 3 You may wish to add additional water for circulation 4 Open all faucets to allow air to escape 5 Turn on water pump to deliver water solution...

Page 34: ...er will be in bowl which is fine for travel For best operating function keep three to five inches of water in the bowl This assists flushing procedure Always flush for ten seconds or more to ensure all solids and wastes move into tank and are not held in drainage pipes OPERATION Note the photos below showing movement of pedal down toward the nine o clock position you will add water to bowl Push do...

Page 35: ...ufficient water used during flushing waste materials may not evacuate properly from drain line to tank Tank and pipes could eventually become clogged Vents A very important part of your sanitation system is the vent system in your coach These vents release air from holding tanks allowing water to enter Vent pipes are attached to the holding tank fed through the walls and cabinets to the roof On so...

Page 36: ...ing the Tanks A final part of your sanitation system is the drainage of holding tanks Realizing dump stations will vary place the coach as level as possible to make drainage easier Some tanks drain from the center requiring level or slightly up in front Others will drain from end permitting a slight tilting to the side which drains are on Remove the cap and attach the adapter onto the valve housin...

Page 37: ... models Two 2 methods used to distribute heat are 1 Placing holes from tank compartment into heat duct built into floor allowing warm airflow throughout tank area 2 Heating pads attached to tank with adhesive operated with 12V power from battery and or converter Switch to turn on pads is normally located in bathroom area Winterizing Your Recreational Vehicle Preparing your trailer for cold weather...

Page 38: ... During Freezing Weather Your tow able RV was not intended to be used during freezing weather unless special precautions are taken Water freezes at 32 Fahrenheit in campgrounds or at home There is no product that can be added to the water to ensure freeze protection when the system is in use other than RV anti freeze DO NOT drink water which contains anti freeze The flush system is designed and bu...

Page 39: ...ines below coaches usually inches apart the release valves will be in compartment above Some models may have the outside shower assembly placed below floor level and used as the lo point drain DO NOT use Ethylene Glycol automotive antifreeze or Methanol windshield washer antifreeze in your fresh water system because they are harmful and may be fatal if swallowed WARNING PDF created with pdfFactory...

Page 40: ...ntainers Boiling point is 44 F the temperature when vapor ceases to flow Fuel will change to vapor when released from the container Appliances are not designed to operate with liquid Liq uid will damage o rings in valves and also leave sticky oily residue causing poor or no operation in the regulator Propane Container The propane cylinder is D O T approved container to hold liquid under high press...

Page 41: ... empty Two overfill devices are built into the valve to prevent overfilling of the container First is the small brass knob or screw inside of the valve This 10 valve must be open when filling allowing air to escape When the container reaches 80 of the correct capacity liquid appears Shut the supply filling valve off Close the 10 valve plus the top handle of the main valve Secondly containers with ...

Page 42: ...linders shall not be placed or stored inside the vehicle Propane cylinders are equipped with safety devices that relieve excessive pressure by discharging gas to the atmosphere FAILURE TO COMPLY COULD RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY WARNING A warning label has been located near the propane container This label reads as follows DO NOT FILL CONTAINER S TO MORE THAN 80 PERCENT OF CAPACITY 1 Overfil...

Page 43: ...hould be turned off during gasoline or propane refueling Required by law in some states WARNING ALL GAS LINES HAVE BEEN CHECKED WITH AIR PRESSURE DEALERS ARE REQUIRED TO RECHECK BEFORE DELIVERY TO RETAIL CUSTOMERS THIS GAS 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 nor...

Page 44: ...ainers for refilling 1 Remove the bottle covers if used 2 Close the main valve on the container 3 Remove the two hoses at the ACME connection 4 Install the rubber cap over the valve ACME connection 5 Remove loosen the wing nut holding the clamp hook 6 Remove the clamp hook 7 Fill the bottle and reverse the procedure to install Test all con nections for leakage Regulator Propane regulators must alw...

Page 45: ... opening only one bottle at a time Should you open both bottles they will draw vapor together resulting in both tanks becoming empty at the same time This stan dard regulator is used on smaller coaches The second type is the automatic two stage regulator used on lar ger coaches optional on smaller coaches With both cylinders full of propane turn the lever on the regulator towards the cylinder you ...

Page 46: ...er than one second may indicate a gas leak Close valve and search for leak Should you experience a gas freeze up close the main valve and wait 15 minutes before trying again Keep the container valve s closed when traveling Some states prohibit traveling with the pro pane container valves open especially in underground tunnels on expressways Operation After the camper is completely set up and you a...

Page 47: ...tening brass connections to pre vent twisting of copper For your own protection the preceding warning label has been placed near the cooking area to remind you of the need of oxygen for combustion and breathing Due to smaller area in your recrea Portable fuel burning equipment including wood and charcoal grills and stoves shall not be used inside the recreational vehicle The use of this equipment ...

Page 48: ...ation Before operation 1 Open overhead vent or turn on exhaust fan 2 Open window FAILURE TO COMPLY COULD RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY Unlike homes the amount of oxygen supply is limited due to the size of the recreational vehicle and proper ventilation when using the cooking appliance s avoid dangers of asphyxiation It is especially important that cooking appliances not be used for comfort he...

Page 49: ...f typi cal appliance consumption when turned on fully for one hour of op eration APPLIANCE LP GAS CONSUMPTION Water Heater 8 800 12 000 BTU Furnace 20 000 35 000 BTU Stove Oven 6 500 9 100 BTU Refer 1 200 2 200 BTU Note The above chart represents many different models If you have double bottles and a standard regulator on your RV use only one bottle at a time Otherwise the gas supply will be drawn...

Page 50: ...anufacturer is not responsible for any changes or alterations made to the 120 AC system of the coach Power Cord 30 AMP A 30 amp rated power cord is pre wired into your 120 volt AC breaker box Open the hatch door on the exterior of the coach Pull cord out and attach it to 120 volt power source Energy will enter through the main breaker and is distributed through circuit breakers to the wall recepta...

Page 51: ...ermitted 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 not all circuits will be used Number two is generally the 20 amp air conditioner circuit Do not re...

Page 52: ...e part of the planning Don t forget loose items such as toasters electric skillets and coffee pots also consume power Include these also in your planning 50 amp service provides another option NEVER under any circumstances remove a grounding pin in any cord or plug It may mean the difference between LIFE OR DEATH WARNING PDF created with pdfFactory trial version www pdffactory com ...

Page 53: ...xternal power is not reversed in order to avoid 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 re...

Page 54: ...e sensor As more current is drawn fan will speed up run faster or slow down based on amp draw and or temperature Should the fan not run at all the converter may overheat and will cut out and or stop Auxiliary Battery Optional on Some Units All travel trailers and fifth wheels are pre built to accept a battery Some coaches with power slide outs have batteries as standard equipment Batteries are opt...

Page 55: ...y other components may have in line fuses attached to their own wire harness Circuit breakers are placed at several locations First a manual or automatic reset breaker is placed within 18 inches of the auxiliary battery On the manual reset a small plunger will trip if overloaded By pressing this plunger in it will reset when cooled down This plunger may be on the back side of the breaker Automatic...

Page 56: ... and brake lights is supplied by the tow vehicle Note the diagram above showing the color code and numbers from the seven way connector and how power is fed to the exterior lights The positive red wire is attached 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 termin...

Page 57: ...positive and white negative in the seven way harness There are no fuses or breakers installed in this brake wiring More information on the brake system is found in Chapter Three Using Your RV Any electrical installation that does not meet the criteria of the manufacturer s specification will VOID THE WARRANTY on the electrical system CAUTION PDF created with pdfFactory trial version www pdffactory...

Page 58: ...cal current and propane gas energy for correct operation The furnace receives 12 volt DC 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 The combustion chamber is completely sealed to prevent any carbon monoxide from entering into the coach Oxygen is drawn into the chamber through th...

Page 59: ...t to operate with a valve partially closed NOTE This furnace is equipped with a shut off switch With the switch in the OFF position gas will not flow to the burner nor will the furnace operate 7 Set the thermostat lever to the desired setting If set above room temperature the blower will come on NOTE During initial firing of this furnace a burn off of excess paint and oils remaining from the manuf...

Page 60: ...t the furnace during operation Below 10 5 volts the furnace will shut down Both high and low voltage places excessive wear on the motor and brushes Any mechanical adjustments such as electrode adjustments should be performed by a qualified service technician COOKING SYSTEM RK will have a portable 2 burner hot plate to be used inside or outside powered by 120 Volt A C energy Power consumption is 12...

Page 61: ... instructions in the appliance manual 4 To turn the burner s off turn the appropriate control knob clockwise to OFF WATER HEATER Several energy sources are available to heat water 1 propane gas only with manual lighting and start up 2 propane gas and 12 volt DC combination A 120 volt AC option is available and may be included with either source in a combination form When holding the match or light...

Page 62: ...ach your gas supplier call the fire department Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas valve or reset button Never use tools If the knob will not push in or turn by hand do not try to repair it Call a qualified service technician Force or attempted repair may result in a fire or explosion When the recreational vehicle is not in use or while traveling it is recom mended that the gas supply al...

Page 63: ...o the appliance 4 Wait five minutes for gas to clear the area If you smell gas STOP Follow previous instructions What To Do If You Smell Gas If you do not smell gas go to the next step 5 Depress and turn the gas valve counterclockwise to PILOT position press down and light the pilot hold down until pilot remains lit 6 Depress and turn the gas valve counterclockwise to ON position 7 If the pilot go...

Page 64: ...e the anode rod storing it for the winter and replace it with a 3 4 inch drain plug REFRIGERATOR Several options are available for these 2 model classic campers The RK model uses 120 Volt A C refrigerator only since it has NO propane system This cooling system requires no exterior vents A separate manual is supplied with this product Door will be held shut during travel by a vinyl strap The RB mod...

Page 65: ...When using the refrigerator keep the switch in NORMAL OPERATION Only use HIGH HUMIDITY when observing moisture Door Seal To maintain cooling efficiency the door must seal completely on all four sides along the door gaskets Frequent frost build up or reduced cooling are indicators of air leaks around the doors Place a strip of paper the size of a dollar bill between the flange and door gasket Close...

Page 66: ...ring travel Air conditioning optional Normal air conditioner is built into sidewall near roof line and be installed only by factory trained production personnel When side air is not on production order the roof will be constructed with proper equipment to accommodate a 3500 BTW roof mount air conditioner PDF created with pdfFactory trial version www pdffactory com ...

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