REV Midwest Automotive Design American Coach Patriot 2022, Owner'S Manual

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A M E R I C A N C O A C H P A T R I O T O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L
A M E R I C A N C O A C H // P A T R I O T S E C T I O N 5 // 3 7
collects wastewater drainage from the shower and sinks� The black
tank will collect all of the toilet waste products and water� Please refer
to SECTION 8 – PLUMBING AND SANITATION SYSTEMS of this
publication for more detailed information on the fresh gray and black
tanks� Representative capacities are listed below for the 170 / 170
EXT and 144 wheelbase chassis�
170 / 170 EXT Capacity Full Weight
Fresh Water Tank 32 Gallons 267lbs
Gray Tank 27 Gallons 225lbs
Black Tank 15 Gallons 125lbs
Total 74 Gallons 617lbs
144 Capacity Full Weight
Fresh Water Tank 28 Gallons 233lbs
Gray Tank 18 Gallons 150lbs
Black Tank 15 Gallons 125lbs
Total 61 Gallons 508lbs
When planning your trip and before departing, always check the levels
of water and waste in your holding tanks� It is also wise to take note
of how long any fresh water has been stored on board the coach, as
it may be prudent to first sanitize and flush the fresh water tank with
clean new water before using it for drinking purposes�
Full holding tanks will add weight to your coach which affects fuel
economy and the total GVWR� You can reduce or increase the
percentage of tank fill based on your load plan, itinerary, and any
expected amenities at your destination (such as full water and waste
hookups at a camp site). If you expect to have access to full hookups
and dumping stations, you may be able to travel with less fresh water
on board� However, keep in mind that you will always need enough
fresh water on board to flush the toilet while traveling. Minimizing the
tank levels will enable you to carry more cargo, and vice versa� If you
are getting close to your GVWR be careful to distribute your luggage
and cargo as evenly as possible, and always secure the heaviest
objects as low as possible in the vehicle�
WARNING
Do not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). All
cargo, gear, bicycles, accessories, luggage, supplies, and
holding tank levels count against the maximum cargo carrying
capacity of your coach. Exceeding the GVWR is dangerous
and could lead to the sudden loss of control and / or a crash.
warning
■ FUEL
Fill your coach with a quality diesel fuel that meets cetane
requirements as specified in the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Operating
Instructions� In severe cold climates, you may want to add a
winterizing additive into the fuel fill before topping off with diesel.
Such additives are designed to reduce the potential for diesel fuel
to gel in extreme cold temperatures� Follow the Mercedes-Benz
recommendations at all times to ensure compliance with the warranty�
Your coach may also be equipped with the ESPAR Climate Control
System’s Airtronic forced air furnace, which utilizes the vehicle’s
internal diesel fuel and electrical power supply to produce heat without
idling the vehicle� The advantage of using a diesel heater over Liquid
Propane Gas (LPG) is that diesel is a “dry” fuel source, meaning it will
not cause moisture to build up inside the vehicle� This heater is quite
efficient as it can run under average conditions for approximately 24
hours on one (1) gallon of diesel fuel. Actual fuel consumption will
depend upon the interior thermostat temperature setting and outside
weather conditions� Be aware that the ESPAR furnace will slowly draw
down the coach’s fuel tank level over several days, so you may need
to fill up before using the heater in a remote area.
NOTE
Your ESPAR cabin heater draws from the same diesel fuel
supply as the engine in your coach. Always check the fuel
level to ensure you will have sufficient fuel to return from any
remote camping area.
WARNING
Diesel fuel is a combustible liquid that can expand or swell in
high temperatures. Do not overfill the tank, which could lead
to a spill.
FLUIDS
Maintain all chassis related fluids (oil, coolant, windshield washer,
power steering, etc.) in accordance with the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Operating Instructions�
The American Coach Patriot provides three dedicated storage tanks
for fresh drinking water, gray water (from the sink drains) and black
water (from the toilet). These tanks require routine maintenance as
specified in SECTION 8 - PLUMBING AND SANITATION SYSTEMS.
Please read that section carefully before operating your coach�
Before departing on a trip with your coach, make a daily check of the
fluid levels in each tank. This will prevent any inconvenience such as
having insufficient fresh water to flush the toilet, or encountering a
note
warning