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Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION
Introduction
7
How to use this manual
8
Reporting Safety Defects
8
WARRANTY - CHAPTER 1
Thor Motor Coach Limited Warranty
9
Owner Responsibility Checklist
13
Major Equipment Suppliers
15
PLANNING AND PREPARATION - CHAPTER 2
License and Insurance
17
Inspect and Maintain
17
Loading and Weight
17
Controlling the Motorhome
17
Pre-travel Checklist
17
Opening Checklist
18
Weights
20
Federal Certification Label
20
Federal Weight Label
20
Capacity
21
Weighing Your Motorhome
21
Weight Distribution
22
Trailer Hitches and Towing
22
Towing and GCWR
23
ON THE ROAD SAFETY - CHAPTER 3
Safety Belts
25
Fuel System
25
Parking
26
Changing Tires
26
Tire Care
27
Air Pressure
27
SAFETY PROVISIONS - CHAPTER 4
Smoke Detector
29
Fire Extinguisher
29
Propane Gas Detector
29
CO Detector
29
Propane Safety
30
Emergency Exit
30
Generator Safety
30
Tire Safety
31
Tire Pressure
32
Tire Size
32
Tire Tread
32
Tire Balance & Alignment
33
Tire Rotation
33
HEALTH AND WELL-BEING - CHAPTER 5
Chemical Sensitivity
35
Formaldehyde
35
Ventilation
35
Smoking
35
Medical Advice
35
Tips to Control Condensation
35
Mold
36
Prolonged Occupancy
36
PLUMBING SYSTEM - CHAPTER 6
Water Pump and Filter
39
Fresh Water Fill / Fresh Water Tank
39
City Water Hook-up
39
Low Point Drains
39
Sanitizing the Fresh Water System
39
Heated Holding Tanks
40
Dumping Holding Tanks
40
Preventing Holding Tank Blockage
41
Termination Compartment Components
42
TECHNICAL SYSTEM - CHAPTER 7
Chassis Electrical
43
Coach Electrical
43
Converter/Inverter
43
GFCI
44
Battery Control Center (BCC)
44
Generator
45
Monitor Panel
45
Roof Air Conditioner
45
Propane System
46
Propane Tank
46
Propane Regulator
47
Home Theater Operation
47
Home Theater Troubleshooting Tips
48
INTERIOR SYSTEM - CHAPTER 8
Automotive Dash
49
Gear Selector
49
Dash Board Controls
49
Steering Wheel
50
Backup Monitor
50
Temperature Control
50
Parking Brake
50
Leveling System
50
Digital Converter Box
51
Drop Down Bed
51
Living Room Television
51
Doors and Drawers
51
Extending the Slideroom
52
Retracting the Slideroom
52
Bedroom Door Latch
53
Roman Shades
53
Dinette Table
53
A/C & Furnace Thermostat
53
Water Heater Switch
53
Cabinets & Drawers
53
Range
53
Refrigerator
53
Microwave
53
Sink
53
Faucet
53
Bath Vent
54
Shower Head and Hose
54
Toilet
54
EXTERIOR SYSTEMS - CHAPTER 9
Main Entrance
55
Assist Handle
55
Electric Entry Step
55
Compartment Doors
55
Rear Ladder
55
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