Mandalay 2006 Presidio, Manual

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For your convenience there are two fuel fills on the motorhome. They are located on both
sides of the motorhome, towards the front of the unit. This allows access into filling stations
from either side of the motorhome.
NOTE: Always remove the fuel cap slowly and pay close attention to the fuel
recommendations outlined in your chassis literature.
WARNING: Be extremely careful when fueling the motorhome. Always shut off
the engine, do not smoke, or use cellular phones and shut off all pilot lights
before adding fuel. Fuel spills represent a serious fire hazard, and should be
cleaned up immediately. Never restart the engine, or relight pilot lights while
raw fuel is present. When weather gets cold or the motorhome has not been
used for a while, a fuel anti-gel additive will be needed.
Like any vacation trip, pre-planning will pay big dividends. In addition to routine trip
preparations such as having newspaper delivery stopped and mail held at the post office,
there are now more vehicle-related preparations than there are with an automobile.
CHASSIS CHECKS
Under Hood:
• Fluid levels (oil, power steering, radiator, transmission, windshield washer, etc.)
• Belts (tension and condition)
• Battery (electrolyte level if applicable, connections, charge)
• Hoses (clamps tight, condition, leakage)
• Seals, gaskets (leaks)
Exterior:
• Tire pressure/condition and lug nut torque
• Headlights, running and safety marker lights including brake and turn signal and also
any trailer light connections
• Security of any auxiliary equipment such as TV and CB antennae, awning, etc.
• Windshield wiper blades
• Generator compartment
• Fresh and waste water connections/drains and supplies such as high pressure hose
• Liquid Petroleum Gas compartment/tank
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CHASSIS OPERATIONS & PROCEDURES
2005 PRESIDIO
FUELING THE MOTORHOME
TRAVEL PREPARATION