Thor Motor Coach CLASS B, Owner'S Manual

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V E H I C L E S A F E T Y
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T H O R M O T O R C O A C H | M A D E T O F I T
TO OPERATE
1. For the camera monitor to function, the dash radio must
be ON. It is powered by the auxiliary battery(ies), therefore,
the master battery switch must also be ON. It is normal to
keep the master battery switch in the ON position while
traveling. Doing so also allows the vehicle’s charging sys-
tem to charge the auxiliary battery(ies) while the engine is
running.
2. When the gear selector is placed in REVERSE, the radio
display automatically changes to the rear-view camera
monitor, allowing for a rearward view via the camera and
monitor system.
3. When the gear selector is moved out of REVERSE, the
camera will automatically turn off and the radio display
will revert to the previous screen.
Chemical Sensitivity
When your new motorhome, and for some time afterward,
has been closed up for an extended time period, you may
notice a strong odor associated with chemical off-gassing (or
out-gassing). This is not a defect in your motorhome. There
are many materials and products used in the construction
of recreational vehicles, such as carpet, linoleum, plywood,
insulation, paint, and upholstery, that when new or when
exposed to elevated temperatures and/or humidity, may
off-gas chemicals, including formaldehyde. Off-gassing, may
cause irritation of the eyes, nose, and throat and sometimes
headache, nausea, and a variety of asthma-like symptoms.
Elderly people and young children, as well as anyone with a
history of asthma, allergies, or lung problems, may be more
susceptible to the effects of off-gassing.
NOTE: Chemical off-gassing is not a defect in your
motorhome and is not covered by Thor Motor Coach’s
Limited Warranties.
Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger
vehicle or off-road vehicle can expose you to chemicals
including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates,
and lead, which are known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive
harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust,
do not idle the engine except as necessary, service
your vehicle in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves
or wash your hands frequently when servicing your
vehicle.
For more information go to: www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/
passenger-vehicle
WARNING WARNING
Ventilation
To reduce exposure to chemicals from off-gassing, it is of
utmost importance that you ventilate your motorhome.
Chemical off-gassing is accelerated by heat and humidity,
therefore, ventilation should occur frequently after purchase
and at times when the temperatures and humidity are elevated.
Keeping the motorhome tightly closed has the potential of
increasing the formaldehyde level of the interior air. Ventilate
the motorhome by opening windows, exhaust vents, and
doors. Operating ceiling fans and vents, air conditioners,
and the furnace will help dry the air. Also follow the recom-
mendations regarding how to avoid condensation problems
contained in Section 11. Many of the recommendations listed
there will assist in avoiding exposure to off-gassed chemicals.
Smoking and Medical Advice
TMC recommends that you do not smoke inside your
motorhome. In addition to causing damage to your motor-
home, tobacco smoke releases formaldehyde and other toxic
chemicals.
If you have any questions regarding chemical sensitivity, con-
sult with your physician or local health services provider.
Formaldehyde
Most of the concern regarding chemical off-gassing pertains
to the chemical, formaldehyde. Formaldehyde is a naturally
occurring substance and is also a key industrial chemical used in
the manufacture of the numerous materials and products used
in the construction of recreational vehicles. Trace levels of form-
aldehyde are also released from smoking, cooking, use of soaps
and detergents, such as carpet shampoos, cosmetics, and many
other household items. Some people are very sensitive to form-
aldehyde, while others may not have a reaction to the same level
of chemical exposure. For the materials used in the construction
of your motorhome, the amount of off-gassed formaldehyde
decreases over time.
CALIFORNIA 93120 PHASE 2 FORMALDEHYDE
COMPLIANCE
Your motorhome may be compliant to California Formaldehyde
Phase 2 Codes. If so, it will be labeled with a compliance identi-
fication tag similar to this illustration. If you have questions or
concerns regarding formaldehyde and your motorhome, please
contact Thor Motor Coach Customer Care:
877-855-2867
.