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Table of Contents

Section 1: Warranty & Service

Factory Tours

Options and Equipment

Dealer Responsibility

Reporting Safety Defects

Customer Responsibility

Change Of Address/Ownership

Suggestions For Obtaining Service

Obtaining Service For Separately Warranted Items

Obtaining Service At Our Customer Service Facility

Parts and Accessories

Section 2: Occupant Safety

Secondary Means of Escape (Exit Window)

Combination Carbon Monoxide /Propane Alarm

Formaldehyde 30

Extended Or Full Time Usage

Cold Weather Usage

Condensation 30

Section 3: Pre-Travel Information

Tow Vehicle

Vehicle Labels

Weight Terms

Weight and Capacity Labels

OCCC Label (yellow)

Federal Certification Label

Tire and Loading Information

Loading Your Recreation Vehicle

Cargo Carrying Accessory Receiver (if so equipped)

Rear Bumper

Fifth Wheel Pin Box (customer supplied)

Fifth Wheel Pin Box

Fifth Wheel Pin Box Height

Fifth Wheel Hitching Procedure

Wire Harness/Connector Plug

Weighing Your Tow Vehicle and RV

Section 4: Vehicle Operation

Towing 41

RV Brake System

Electric Brakes

Brake Controller (customer supplied)

Travel Trailer Breakaway Switch

Hydraulic Brakes (if so equipped)

Towing Behind Your RV

Entrance Door Step(s)

Disc Brakes (if so equipped)

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Summary of Contents for Jayco TALON 2021

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual Fifth Wheel Toy Hauler 0304307 2021 A subsidiary of Thor Industries Inc 2021...

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Page 3: ...0 Extended Or Full Time Usage 30 Cold Weather Usage 30 Condensation 30 Section 3 Pre Travel Information Tow Vehicle 33 Vehicle Labels 33 Weight Terms 33 Weight and Capacity Labels 33 OCCC Label yellow...

Page 4: ...n Hoist Mount Travel Position Bumper Mount 59 Crank Access Port Bumper Mount Setting Up Your Recreation Vehicle 60 Travel Trailer Set Up 60 Fifth Wheel Set Up 60 Cargo Ramp Door 61 Cargo Ramp Transiti...

Page 5: ...erter with Charge Wizard if so equipped 103 12 Volt DC System 104 12 Volt Fuse Panel 104 Replacing A Fuse 104 12 Volt DC Outlet 105 Auxiliary Battery customer supplied 105 Dry Camping 105 Battery Disc...

Page 6: ...ng Propane Cylinder s 127 Single Cylinder Double Cylinder Main Supply Hose Two Propane Cylinders Section 8 Plumbing System Plumbing System 129 Plumbing System Maintenance 129 Monitor Panel 129 Monitor...

Page 7: ...an Control Furnace 170 Section 10 Appliances Microwave 171 Cooking Safety 171 In Case Of a Grease Fire 171 Cooktops Range and Oven if so equipped 172 Cooking With Propane if so equipped 172 Range Hood...

Page 8: ...erior 193 Frame 195 E Z Lube or Super Lube Axle if so equipped 195 Exterior Roof and Sidewall Vents 195 Windows 196 Exterior Ladder if so equipped 196 Sealants 197 Toy Hauler Sealant Diagram 198 Secti...

Page 9: ...e required service and or maintenance could result in the loss of warranty Please review the limited warranty and the limited warranties that apply to specific components offered with this vehicle Ins...

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Page 11: ...l may not apply to your recreation vehicle Jayco reserves the right to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and to make additions or improvements without incurring...

Page 12: ...ayco dealer near you ask the campground staff for referrals or check the local telephone yellow pages Or contact Jayco Customer Service or your selling dealer for assistance in locating a repair facil...

Page 13: ...ith the campground staff or telephone yellow pages for an RV repair facility Have the item repaired and contact Jayco Customer Service immediately the following business day Failure to contact Jayco C...

Page 14: ...r maintaining your recreation vehicle Please call your dealer or our customer service repre sentatives if you are unsure how to proceed These signal words indicate precautions and potential situations...

Page 15: ...entative will record your complaint information TTY 1 800 424 9153 or 1 202 484 5238 To Contact NHTSA by mail Office of Defects Investigations CRD NVS 216 1200 New Jersey Ave SE Washington DC 20590 In...

Page 16: ...nsure your dealer provides the level of service you expect here are some sugges tions we would like to make Contact your dealer at once Do not wait until you are ready to use your RV Your dealer may n...

Page 17: ...rvice facility The holding tanks must be emptied and rinsed We have a dumping station avail able for customer use The propane system if so equipped and all electrical systems must be shut down and tur...

Page 18: ...materials components or parts In addition the RV own er s obligation to notify Jayco or one of its independent authorized dealers of a claimed defect does not modify any obligation placed on the RV o...

Page 19: ...or attachments and delamination caused by water intrusion from lack of required exterior seal maintenance or other maintenance Struc ture Components further excludes all items identified under What is...

Page 20: ...to perform repairs to the substantial defect If the substantial defect is incapable of being repaired your exclusive remedy will be to receive diminished value damages i e the difference in your purch...

Page 21: ...V damage caused by infestation by insects or animals damage caused by off road use overloading the RV or alteration of the RV or any of its components or parts wheel alignment or adjustments to axles...

Page 22: ...this warranty is not intended to extend to future performance and nothing in this warranty or any action of Jayco or any agent of Jayco shall be interpreted as an extension of the warranty period or t...

Page 23: ...suit must be filed for breach LEGAL REMEDIES EXCLUSIVE JURISDICTION FOR DECIDING LEGAL DISPUTES RELATING TO AN ALLEGED BREACH OF WARRANTY OR OTHERWISE RELATING TO YOUR PUR CHASE OR OWNERSHIP OF THE R...

Page 24: ...22 Section 1 Warranty Service Notes...

Page 25: ...ure all occupants know how to operate it Your recreation vehicle may be equipped with one of the following exit window styles Flip latch style 2 per window Push up on the front lip of the latch and th...

Page 26: ...rease cooking oils gasoline kerosene or other flammable liq uids Class C Electrical such as electrical wires or other live electrical equipment A dry chemical fire extinguisher has been installed by t...

Page 27: ...on information The LED light will indicate the battery is functioning properly When the production of combustion is sensed the smoke detector sounds a loud alarm that continues until the air is cleare...

Page 28: ...the smoke alarm using a soft brush attachment Test the smoke alarm once you have vacuumed Never use water cleaners or solvents to clean the smoke alarm as they may damage the alarm Do not paint the sm...

Page 29: ...ed by the sensor including but not limited to acetone alcohol butane and gasoline These chemicals can be found in commonly used items such as deodorants colognes per Do not cover or obstruct the carbo...

Page 30: ...will be ON 3 Turn off all propane appliances and gas valve at LP tanks 4 Ventilate the RV open doors and windows 5 Alarm can be silenced for 5 minutes by pressing SILENCE TEST button 6 Red LED will f...

Page 31: ...and Red LEDs will double flash every min ute audible horn chirps each minute The alarm should be replaced as soon as possible Maintenance Vacuum the alarm cover at least once a year Clean the cover by...

Page 32: ...n the temperature reaches the dew point the water vapor in the air condenses and changes to a liquid form Condensation may cause dampness mildew mold staining and if allowed to continue it may result...

Page 33: ...moist air Crack open windows and roof vents to allow warm moist air to escape Open the bath roof vent if so equipped approximately when showering Use the range hood fan if so equipped when cooking or...

Page 34: ...32 Section 2 Occupant Safety Notes...

Page 35: ...ailer manufacturer as the maximum allowable loaded weight of the trailer including full propane cylinders a full load of water and full generator fuel if applicable GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Th...

Page 36: ...9 000 lbs with a tongue weight of 1 200 lbs The actual weight on the RV tires is 9 000 1 200 which equals 7 800 lbs which is within the weight rating of the tires The Federal Certification Label is r...

Page 37: ...ot travel with full grey black holding tanks This not only wastes gas but depending upon the location of the grey or black holding tanks can affect handling characteristics Your recreation vehicle s l...

Page 38: ...capacity that hitch has for towing and a weight classifica tion The weight classification is determined from the hitch s weight carrying capacity the pin box weight on a fifth wheel Before selecting a...

Page 39: ...he proper height Lower the tailgate if applicable 3 Back the truck so the hitch encircles the fifth wheel travel trailer pin 4 A gentle contact of the hitch saddle against the pin will cause the mecha...

Page 40: ...rently To weigh your tow vehicle and RV Your RV must be weighed fully loaded with food clothing fuel water propane supplies etc Total weight of your tow vehicle and RV must not exceed the GCWR Do not...

Page 41: ...y be subtracted from the overall RV GVWR to determine the actual tongue weight 4 With the RV still attached to the tow vehicle weigh each wheel position separately to ensure each tire is not overloade...

Page 42: ...40 Section 3 Pre Travel Information Notes...

Page 43: ...d result in loss of control of the tow vehicle RV Slow down in advance of dips bumps and railroad tracks to reduce the jolting to your tow vehicle RV combination Proceed slowly and let the trailer tir...

Page 44: ...nce After the RV is in the desired location set the tow vehicle parking brake Block all RV wheels securely with wheel chocks to prevent it from rolling RV Brake System Even though your RV is equipped...

Page 45: ...s a reaction which causes the brake fluid inside the wheel cylinder to activate the brake shoes against the drum As a result of this design backing the RV uphill may activate the surge brake system ma...

Page 46: ...ur RV is equipped with disc brakes see the manufacturer s owner s manual for detailed safety and maintenance information NOTE A battery customer supplied must be installed to activate the breakaway sw...

Page 47: ...legs Step storage 6 Fold the handrail at the door out of the way or remove the optional step handrail if so equipped 7 Pull pins from adjustable legs D and retract the legs so they fit inside the doo...

Page 48: ...ustomer supplied and customer installed rear backup camera and a customer installed or dealer installed camera ON OFF switch so the backup camera can be used as an observation security cam era Dependi...

Page 49: ...te sewer hook up If applicable start the refrigerator and the cooling or heating system NOTE For extended dry camping management of all your resources is essential Check your battery levels and conser...

Page 50: ...uto leveling system to lift the RV off the ground Lift ing the RV so the wheels are not touching the ground will create an un stable and unsafe condition The leveling system is designed only for level...

Page 51: ...1 Turn on the touchpad 2 LED will light up solid green 3 Select AUTO LEVEL and the auto leveling process begins Front of the RV will seek a position near level Rear jacks will be grounded on 4 point s...

Page 52: ...is found on the RV s wireless hub 8 capital alpha characters 5 Open the OneControl App on the phone or tablet 6 The App will request the user to Agree with a license agreement connect to the MyRV sys...

Page 53: ...to the Lippert Ground Control 3 0 manual for troubleshooting information which in cludes the following OneControl Touch Panel Error Codes Special Jack Error Codes on the OneControl Touch Panel How to...

Page 54: ...or the stabilizer jacks are typically located on the door side of the unit above the stabilizer jack s To lower each jack press the control switch until each leg contacts the ground and stabilizes the...

Page 55: ...ug nuts should be tightened in two stages Lugs should be started by hand then torqued to intermediate values Stage 1 on the chart then torqued according to the final torque values on the chart NOTE Th...

Page 56: ...to prevent loose wheels broken studs and possi ble separation of the wheel s from your recreation vehicle The lug nuts on the wheels of your recreation vehicle must be maintained according to listed...

Page 57: ...Torque Values Thereafter check and maintain torque according to the Final Torque Values in the chart above Failure to follow these instructions may result in wheel loss an accident or loss of con tro...

Page 58: ...ly torque in a slow steady manner in a downward direction and avoid sudden jerking movements 6 When the wrench signals by clicking beeping or lights that a specific torque has been reached stop immedi...

Page 59: ...ecked at the beginning of each trip to obtain the maximum life of the tire Follow the instructions listed on the Federal Certification label to determine the correct tire pres sure Under inflation may...

Page 60: ...contact the tire manufacturer Do not use the stabilizer jacks to support the recreational vehicle while under the vehicle or changing tires The stabilizer jacks are designed as a stabilizing system o...

Page 61: ...re rim The valve stem of the tire MUST be pointed up toward the bottom of the RV Bumper Mount The spare tire bracket can be released and extended down to access a storage compartment at the rear of th...

Page 62: ...lanyard 3 Drop the truck tailgate if applicable 4 Gently put your truck into reverse don t give it any fuel acceleration This effectively moves the kingpin off the locking bar that will allow you to d...

Page 63: ...aution pull the ramp door open Support the ramp door at all times and do not let it drop to the ground To close the manual ramp door As the trailer is being loaded make sure that stored vehicle s and...

Page 64: ...side the RV or with the One Touch app for your smartphone Using the One Touch app your smartphone can be used as a remote control to operate the ramp door from outside the RV Position yourself at the...

Page 65: ...tch mechanism preventing the door from closing and pos sibly damaging the mechanism Remove the top end of each cable by releasing the quick links A holding it to the doorframe Unscrew each quick link...

Page 66: ...liances pilot lights or electrical equipment when vehicles are present FAILURE TO COMPLY COULD RESULT IN AN INCREASED RISK OF FIRE EXPLOSION OR ASPHYXIATION RESULTING IN DEATH OR SE RIOUS INJURY These...

Page 67: ...y The vents must remain open any time equipment is loaded in the cargo bay including during travel To open the vent s firmly grasp the vertical bar in the middle of the vent and push or pull it to the...

Page 68: ...Door Locate and secure the cables to both sides of the door frame and cargo door by fastening one end of the cable to the top of the door frame using a quick link fastener Tighten the nut on the quic...

Page 69: ...screen wall up until it is fully retracted To avoid injury or damage to the screen wall make sure it is fully extended and snapped in place at the floor when in use and fully retracted when not in us...

Page 70: ...ide rails lift the 3 rails into their vertical positions The rail supports drop into a slot on the deck mounted brackets Fig 5 The front railing attaches to the side railing with a ball and socket con...

Page 71: ...tly repairs Periodically check that the fasteners are tight Tighten if necessary Keep the awning fabric clean For detailed cleaning information refer to the manufacturer s owner information Your recre...

Page 72: ...the awning to avoid unexpected weather condi tions Electric Patio Awning With Remote Control In Motion Detector if so equipped Some patio awnings are equipped with a motion detector If the patio awni...

Page 73: ...PROGRAM button on the back of the transmit ter until the motor jogs The buttons no longer have to be held for the motor to run Double check the limits are in the desired position 4 To reset the motor...

Page 74: ...72 Section 4 Vehicle Operation Notes...

Page 75: ...sec tion of the switch hold until the slideout room stops travel time is approx 25 seconds These guidelines should be followed when using your slideout room Make sure the slideout is in the closed po...

Page 76: ...arge and good wire connections Check the 12 volt fuse or circuit breaker Check for loose connections at the slideout motor If the slideout still will not operate follow these steps If the slideout is...

Page 77: ...e of the frame Fig 1 and 2 Attach a standard fifth wheel landing gear crank handle a socket and ratchet or drill and nut driver Rotate the extension clockwise to retract the slideout and counterclockw...

Page 78: ...ss the corresponding button of the slideout you want to operate Press and hold the extend retract arrow button to move the room in or out Press the on off button once more to power off the remote ALWA...

Page 79: ...a separate motor to operate each side of the room If only 1 side is moving with another person s assistance press the switch to extend or retract the room while pushing the non moving side in the appr...

Page 80: ...may require several people to push or pull them 4 Keep both sides of the slideout relatively even while pushing pulling 5 When the room is completely in plug both motor connectors back into the contr...

Page 81: ...n Refer to the Schwintek Slide Room Operation Guide for additional troubleshooting informa tion or contact Lippert at 866 524 7821 or at www lci1 com Norco Slideout System The Norco slideout system is...

Page 82: ...that allows you to extend or retract the room in the event of a loss of power Always disconnect battery from system prior to manually operating system Failure to disconnect battery can cause electric...

Page 83: ...of the motor leads either the motor I or motor II lead from the controller 5 Locate the slideout motor Fig 1 mounted to one of the slideout rails Some models may require removal of the underbelly or c...

Page 84: ...ted in the event of a power loss The system has a controller Fig 1 with programma ble stops that stop the motor when the room is fully extended or retracted The controller has the ability to detect fa...

Page 85: ...4 RED flashes and 2 GREEN flashes indicate a motor fault on motor 2 MAJOR and MINOR faults faults must be cleared for the room to operate normally MINOR faults can be cleared by pushing and releasing...

Page 86: ...ground supplies Preventative Maintenance The Power Gear slideout system requires very little maintenance Read and follow these procedures When the room is extended visually inspect the slide rail ass...

Page 87: ...er of the way 5 Re install the wall touchpad 6 Take the unit to an OEM certified dealer for repairs Manually Retract Room with Ratchet and Socket If the power is lost to the slideout motor s or the ov...

Page 88: ...ng sure the end of the retaining screw is re hooked to the motor spring clip Fig 10A Torque the motor retaining screw to 40 inch lbs Fig 10B and the motor retainer is fully engaged Use a travel lock a...

Page 89: ...oot will void your motor warranty These photos will help you figure out how this works The side by side photo below shows the spring lock lever and the brake lever 5 The spring lock lever is a thin me...

Page 90: ...er Pressing the bent end of the spring lock lever will allow the brake le ver to be moved 13 Plug the motor connector back in again 14 Replace the plastic motor cover with the 4 screws removed previou...

Page 91: ...drivetrain electrical system Electrical System Maintenance Before working on the electrical system Make sure the inverter charger if so equipped is turned off before disconnect ing batteries Disconne...

Page 92: ...and battery charge status Auto leveling control panel for leveling the RV Inverter panel power switch with display Power bunk bed lift control switch Speaker selector switch Command Center Modules Mo...

Page 93: ...ples of Bluetooth controlled systems currently in use are listed below The Command Control System is capable of controlling some or all of the following features depending on the Bluetooth system and...

Page 94: ...e RV to reset the system This can be done by turning off the Battery Disconnect switch or removing the power cable from your battery then re attach the battery cable or turn the Battery Disconnect swi...

Page 95: ...installed on the wall of the RV in each room Pairing the remote controls Remote controls come paired to your system from the fac tory If remotes get un paired from the RV Bluetooth system press the a...

Page 96: ...p door lights toyhauler Does not operate the front cap LED lights Press once for ON press again for OFF Button 3 Turns inside and outside lights ON or OFF Press once for ON press again for OFF Button...

Page 97: ...et Or press RET to pair one of the wall mounted remote controls The PA on the small display will begin flashing on and off indicating the system is in pairing mode and you can connect your Bluetooth s...

Page 98: ...RV bar at the bottom right corner of the screen Go back to the Menu Display under the touchscreen and select the PA function Press and HOLD the EXT button for 10 seconds A number 1 will scroll across...

Page 99: ...n place around the battery edge E circled The battery will slide out from under this tab TPMS sensors DO NOT MOVE WITH THE TIRES The TPMS sensor on the front tire on either side of the trailer STAYS a...

Page 100: ...se the wrench to tighten the nut under the TPMS sensor H Heating Cooling operation There are no thermostats located in the RV Heat ing and cooling is controlled through the BMPro RVMaster touchscreen...

Page 101: ...and controls work through the touchscreen is beyond the scope of this manual Refer to the BMPro RVMaster manual in your warranty packet for complete operating setup and programming instructions A digi...

Page 102: ...an extension cord Use of an improper extension cord will cause overheating of the cord as well as potentially causing premature failure of the AC equipment The power cord must be fully extended when...

Page 103: ...isplay press and hold POWER for 1 second until you hear a beep The STATUS and DISPLAY indicators indicate the inverter status STATUS and DISPLAY LEDS both GREEN Unit is plugged into shore power The pa...

Page 104: ...his fuse would blow pre venting damage to the converter If your lights are dimming or flickering that usually indicates an overloaded con verter Remove some of the load by turning off DC lights or app...

Page 105: ...ulk Mode Converter will not jump into the Bulk Mode unless the battery is below 50 of charge or approximately below 13 2VDC output voltage There is no way to force it to go into Bulk Mode Red LED indi...

Page 106: ...rn off the electrical components protected by it 1 Disconnect the shore power cord 2 Turn off the inverter if so equipped 3 Disconnect the house or auxiliary batteries main negative battery cable 4 Re...

Page 107: ...ustomer supplied A fully charged auxiliary battery will read 12 7 volts DC and 1 265 specific gravity at 80 F 32 C The auxiliary battery is considered discharged at 11 89 volts and dead at 11 65 volts...

Page 108: ...ry cables doing so will blow the reverse polar ity fuse s that protect the converter For more information Please contact the battery manufacturer for additional information on the auxiliary batteries...

Page 109: ...rcuit overload or short circuit occur the circuit breaker protecting the affected circuit will trip preventing the flow of electricity through that circuit If a circuit breaker trips shut off the appl...

Page 110: ...AMPS Water Pump 7 0 AMPS Momentary Load 12 Volts Labeled watts divided by 12 Power consumed in AMPS Maintenance At the beginning of the camping season inspect the circuit breakers and replace as need...

Page 111: ...ure to voltages higher or lower than a nominal 120 volts will damage or shorten the service life of the electrical system and appliances The 50 amp 120 volt 60hz AC electrical system can be powered by...

Page 112: ...nal design voltage 120 for a 120 volt appliance For example 1200 watts divided by 120 volts equals 10 amps Do not hook up the power cord to any receptacle until you have verified proper polarity and g...

Page 113: ...carbon mon oxide poisoning hazards exist whenever generator exhaust gasses can accu mulate MOVING PARTS AND ELECTRICITY can cause severe personal injury or death To reduce exposure to these hazards al...

Page 114: ...RV For better performance and engine life especially in colder weather let the generator engine warm up for two minutes before turning on 120 volt appliances Maintenance With the exception of simple...

Page 115: ...Before replacing a bulb be sure the light is off Replacement light bulbs must be of the type voltage and wattage listed on the lamp fixture Use of incorrectly sized bulbs can overload lamp circuits an...

Page 116: ...114 Section 6 Electrical System Notes...

Page 117: ...ealer or Customer Service for assistance Always shut OFF the tow vehicle engine while refueling Do not bring or store fuel or other flammable liquids inside the RV be cause a fire or explosion may res...

Page 118: ...xcessive fuel system pressure resulting in fuel station damage and improper operation in a collision Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly This can happen if your tank...

Page 119: ...al damage to the tank s Fuel Station if so equipped Master Emergency Disconnect Switch The fuel station is equipped with a red plunger type disconnect switch that will shut off the fuel pump and fuel...

Page 120: ...receiving fuel Make sure the pump is properly maintained as instructed by the fuel pump manufacturer s operator manual Make any necessary repairs prior to operation NO SMOKING Before dispensing fuel...

Page 121: ...recreation vehicle is equipped with an in terior fuel gauge to monitor the amount of fuel available for use The fuel gauge is located on the command center panel in a cabinet by the entrance door If...

Page 122: ...ative energy source for refrigeration Propane is heavier than air and tends to flow to lower areas and will sometimes pocket in these low areas such as the floor Your recreation vehicle is equipped wi...

Page 123: ...illing or replacement Always close the service valve and install a dust cap or plug when transporting or storing disconnected containers whether full or empty ASME tanks are permanently mounted to the...

Page 124: ...When you have a new cylinder filled for the first time make sure your propane supplier purges your new cylinder of trapped air Otherwise an improper mixture of gas and air will make it im possible to...

Page 125: ...periodic inspections and re qualifications of the propane cylinders DO NOT USE damaged or rusted containers Verify with your local propane dealer that all required inspections and certifications have...

Page 126: ...turn the regula tor lever to the side of the reserve cylinder and the green signal should return You may now remove the empty cylinder to have it refilled without interrupting the flow from the full...

Page 127: ...wn er manual located in the Warranty Packet Keep the propane container valves closed at all times unless you are using the propane gas system or are having the propane container filled Make sure that...

Page 128: ...has a different BTU rating You will need to consider this when planning your propane supply and consumption Un less there is heavy use of hot water the water heater consumption of propane is minimal...

Page 129: ...t hand swivel nut to the cylinder valve 7 Secure the cylinder to the A frame bracket using the bolts nuts and washers provided Double Cylinder Mounted On A Frame if so equipped When a second cylinder...

Page 130: ...ght hand swivel nut to the cylinder valve Main Supply Hose Low Pressure Attach the main supply hose from the regula tor to the brass manifold fitting in the frame of the trailer The swivel brass nut o...

Page 131: ...here are labels affixed to the exterior of the recreation vehicle sidewall that in dicate the locations of the water system drains and fills Be aware some drain valves may be located inside the vehicl...

Page 132: ...e located on the monitor panel or in the case of a touch screen system on one of the selectable screens of the touch screen Switches will light up when turned on The LP GAS water heater switch 12V ena...

Page 133: ...of each method refer to the Fresh Water Connections or the Utility Center if so equipped sections There are plastic overflow tubes in the fresh water holding tank which allow water to flow out of the...

Page 134: ...to city water Once activated the water pump also known as the demand pump will self prime and provide water The pump is designed for intermittent use only Using the pump continuously or with high pres...

Page 135: ...ine solution to sanitize the system Flush canister housing thoroughly before it is put back into service after winterizing or sanitizing For best results replace filter every 6 12 months Do not use ca...

Page 136: ...me liquid to remain in the fresh water tank after drainage procedure Low Point Drains Utility Center 2 Valves 6 In 1 Your RV may be equipped with a small lockable en closed docking station which provi...

Page 137: ...valve configurations 4 Attach a fresh water hose to the fresh water connection inlet on the panel Attach the other end of the hose to a pressurized fresh water source 5 Turn on the pressurized water t...

Page 138: ...water inlet PRESSURE FILL WATER TANK This setting will fill the water tank from a pressurized water source attached to the utility center panel 1 Set the blue CITY WATER TANK FILL valve at the utility...

Page 139: ...u to fill the fresh water tank from a container of water in the absence of a pressurized water source Black valve should be pointing to the clear suction hose White valve should be pointing left towar...

Page 140: ...em 3 Close the low point drain valves and the fresh water tank drain valve Low point drains for hot and cold water lines are located inside the basement access cover 4 Full system canister water filte...

Page 141: ...the utility center panel Turn the blue CITY WATER TANK FILL lever on the utility center panel to the FILL TANK position horizontal Turn on the water source and the tank will fill Refer to the Pressure...

Page 142: ...n Draining the Fresh Water System with one exception do not drain the water heater Set the water heater bypass valves to BYPASS mode Do not re move the water heater drain plug Full System Canister wat...

Page 143: ...verify water heater is full open hot water faucets turn pump ON and when water runs in a steady stream from the faucets the water heater is full Turn OFF the pump and the faucets Winterizing with Uti...

Page 144: ...System section 5 Remove the drain plug from the water heater as shown If the recreation vehicle is going to be stored in a non temperature controlled environment with a risk of temperatures reaching 3...

Page 145: ...o 60 seconds Then turn the white valve so it points toward the pump 12 Continue blowing air into the water lines to evacuate all water from the lines This can take 5 to 10 minutes 13 Appliances should...

Page 146: ...switch ON Antifreeze will siphon into the water lines when a fix ture is opened To aid in siphoning place the container of antifreeze on a flat surface 2 feet above the ground All drains should be clo...

Page 147: ...black valve pointing to the clear hose 2 Pour 1 cup of RV antifreeze into all sink drain P traps 3 To prevent staining wipe the RV antifreeze out of the sinks shower or tub and toilet using a soft dry...

Page 148: ...to supplying fresh water To prevent contamination keep the non toxic drinking water hose from coming into contact with the ground Install the city water connection inlet cap when the fresh water con n...

Page 149: ...water tank has an adequate supply of water 2 Set the color coded valves to the DRY CAMPING setting Green handle pointing down Blue handle pointing right Water heater bypass lever NORMAL 3 Turn the pu...

Page 150: ...ll be pointing up 2 Level the recreation vehicle and drain the fresh water system see Draining the Fresh Water System Do not drain the water heater or remove the water heater drain plug 3 Close the lo...

Page 151: ...ttach your fresh water hose to the CITY WATER CONNECTION inlet at the utility center Connect the other end of the hose to a pressurized water source Turn the wa ter on and finish filling the water tan...

Page 152: ...ed below a Filling from a pressurized source Attach your fresh water hose to the CITY WATER CONNECTION inlet at the utility center Connect the other end of the hose to a pressurized water source Color...

Page 153: ...r heater the power should still be OFF both electric and LP Gas switches 2 Put the vinegar solution into the fresh water tank Set the colored valves to the SANITIZE setting Green valve points left Blu...

Page 154: ...he RV should be winterized at the end of the camping season or when it will be exposed to temperatures that will fall at or below 32 F 0 C Repairs due to freezing are not covered by warranty If you ch...

Page 155: ...the drain plug if the water heater is hot or under pressure Release pressure and let it cool down 6 Water filter should be removed for winteriz ing See Water Purification System section Your RV may ha...

Page 156: ...on the utility center panel 13 Attach the air hose to the blowout plug Set the compressor to 30 PSI Green and Blue valves must be set at 45 before applying air pressure 30 PSI Max 14 Blow air into the...

Page 157: ...the hose from the fitting and store in the RV 5 Close the port cover Winterizing the Spray Port with Antifreeze If So Equipped 1 As you are putting antifreeze into the water lines attach the hose to...

Page 158: ...e RV is opened To aid in siphoning place the con tainer approximately 2 feet off the ground The drain valves must be closed 9 Open the hot water faucets one at a time kitchen bath sinks shower outside...

Page 159: ...t it drain Push the valve IN to bypass the macerator The bypass valve may be either at the utility center or under the RV 8 After draining make sure to pull the macerator by pass valve OUT again De wi...

Page 160: ...not used the water heater for two weeks or more HYDROGEN GAS IS EXTREMELY FLAMMA BLE To reduce the risk of injury under these conditions open the hot water faucet for several minutes at the kitchen s...

Page 161: ...currence is to maintain an air pocket at the top of the water heater tank This air pocket will form in the tank by design however it will be reduced over time by the everyday use of your water heater...

Page 162: ...160 Section 8 Plumbing System Notes...

Page 163: ...the black tank drain valve open 2 Connect a garden hose from the water supply source to the black tank flush 3 With the water source turned ON flush the black water hold ing tank until the water runni...

Page 164: ...tank heater switch should be turned OFF When there is NO liquid present tanks are empty When dumping the black and gray holding tanks and the drain pipes When fresh water tank and supply lines are em...

Page 165: ...reby reducing the temperature of the hot water It can appear as though the hot water heater is not working properly Bathroom Tub Shower Keep the water heater and holding tank capacities in mind when u...

Page 166: ...iping to open the drain Passing a cleanout tool through the wa terless valve may cause damage to the internal seal that may potentially allow sewer gases to escape into the RV interior The waterless t...

Page 167: ...d to the campground sewer system Leaving the drain open will allow the liquid to drain out increasing the potential for a blockage in the tank Keeping the drain in the closed position will prevent deb...

Page 168: ...y Use only RV approved chemicals Do not use chlorine undiluted or caustic chemicals such as laundry bleach or drain opening types in the toilet system These products damage the seals in toilets and du...

Page 169: ...ste buildup The following guidelines will help to prevent solid waste buildup Sewage black tank preparation Release one to two quarts 1 or 2 liters of water into the toilet bowl Follow the directions...

Page 170: ...168 Section 8 Plumbing System Notes...

Page 171: ...ctric setting the heat pump will become the primary heat source as long as the interior temperature of the RV has not dropped 5 below the thermostat set point If this occurs the thermostat will automa...

Page 172: ...d to reduce airflow do not shut it off completely The furnace should be inspected periodically monthly during the heat ing season for presence of soot on the vent Soot is formed whenever combustion is...

Page 173: ...er Turntable mild soap and water or dishwasher Rack s mild soap water and washcloth Dishwasher cleaning is not recommend ed Convection Microwave if so equipped The convection microwave bridges the gap...

Page 174: ...cleaning chore later Using extreme care wipe spill with a clean dry towel Electric Drop In Cooktops if so equipped NOTE Make sure you are connected to a 120 volt power source During and after use do...

Page 175: ...event damage always use the manufacturer s recommended size flat bottom pan s Generally the pan should be large enough to cover the burner but not be more than one inch larger than the burner grate Do...

Page 176: ...ncy and performance it is recommended the refrigerator be checked at least twice a year as part of the routine maintenance For detailed operating and safety information refer to the manufacturer s use...

Page 177: ...ean the grille the open areas behind the grille and the front surface area of the condenser Replace the base grille when finished Cleaning the Exterior Painted metal exteriors wash with a clean sponge...

Page 178: ...ck coupler connection The quick coupler is directly connected to the RV propane system The quick coupler connection has a positive shut off valve as required by code and standards 1 Place the quick co...

Page 179: ...the contents Refer to the grill user manual for further information This grill is only available on certain RV models Cleaning The Grill Make sure the grill is completely cool before cleaning Use onl...

Page 180: ...in death or serious injury If you smell gas Shut off gas to the appliance extinguish any open flame open lid if odor continues immediately call you gas supplier or your fire department The BBQ grill...

Page 181: ...ly beneath the roof mounted Winegard Air 360 antenna Connections from the antenna to the router box are pre wired at the factory Certain other RV models have this router box as an optional item which...

Page 182: ...rom the plastic tab and it should come off the ceiling mounting plate Gently pull the box off the mounting plate it will hang by the wires The SIM card slot is located in the large hole on the back of...

Page 183: ...7 in your warranty packet or on the backside of the ceiling mounted 4GLTE Wi Fi router box in the bedroom Fig 8 Setting up your network for cellular Wi Fi ac cess is too detailed to explain here but a...

Page 184: ...l be typically located in the vicinity of the main TV in the RV The wall plate has an Antenna ON OFF button which supplies 12VDC up to the roof antenna an antenna indicator light a Wi Fi ON OFF button...

Page 185: ...ing methods Refer to the furni ture manufacturer s recommendation or consult a cleaning professional It is recommended you do not use any cleaners containing oils waxes or silicones Cleaners containin...

Page 186: ...xcessive prolonged exposure to direct sunlight high temperatures and high humidity can cause damage to both the finish and the wood itself Interior Wall Panel To clean use a mild solution of soap and...

Page 187: ...k cushion and rotating it until it reverses Continue to push on the sofa back until it is in the upright sofa position with the back of the sofa against the wall Both sections of the bed require this...

Page 188: ...vy items are secured so they do not shift during travel Booth Dinette if so equipped The dinette is designed to seat up to four adults Depending on your model there may be a storage area in the dinett...

Page 189: ...tte finish with a green Scotch Brite pad and a mild abrasive cleaner Disinfect the surface periodically with diluted household bleach one part water to one part bleach For cuts and scratches sand the...

Page 190: ...attach the prop rod to the holder on the bed base Lower the platform slowly until closed Before lifting be sure there is nothing on the bed that will restrict its movement or add extra weight Use caut...

Page 191: ...bed s To make sure the area around above below and adjacent to the bed s is clear of persons pets and obstructions before operating the bed s Before operating the bed s to ensure that bedding is not...

Page 192: ...DC power supplied by the tow vehicle charge line auxiliary batteries or power con verter The recreation vehicle should be hooked up to 120 volt AC power and have the power converter operating if poss...

Page 193: ...fer to the bed lift user manual for additional information regarding upper bunk operation stowing manual override feature and troubleshooting See the Sleeper Sofa and Dinette section in this manual fo...

Page 194: ...nt a trip hazard Security strap must be buckled across the ladder when in stored po sition Do not leave small children unattended in the loft area Maximum weight rating for either ladder type is 300 l...

Page 195: ...mended Make sure the RV s surface temperature is cool under 90 F and out of direct sunlight A shaded area is ideal for washing your vehicle as direct sunlight causes water spotting Use a mild soap det...

Page 196: ...wax wipe off the area with a soft cloth and warm water When waxing the area around openings do not apply wax on the weather strip If stained with wax the weather strip cannot maintain a weatherproof s...

Page 197: ...e roof vents including sealants for cracks and keep them clean Inspect the refrig erator and holding tank vents for blockages from bird nests spider webs leaves etc All exterior access doors and vents...

Page 198: ...s out of the ladder brackets Fig A 2 Pull the ladder down and toward you and it will swing away from the RV 3 When the brackets are extended Fig B re insert the pins arrows to lock the ladder in place...

Page 199: ...lant and foam In general sealants do not have set lifetimes Varying environmental factors affect the pliability and adhesiveness of sealants You or your dealer must Inspect all sealants a minimum of e...

Page 200: ...diately have the dealer check for the source of the leak Failure to correct the leak may result in serious damage to your recreation vehicle and this damage may not be warrantable If you have question...

Page 201: ...nd correct according to manufacturer specifications Check wheel lug nuts for tightness Inspect safety chains for signs of wear Inspect and work all interior and exterior latches and locks lube if nece...

Page 202: ...Walk around your RV one last time to make sure everything is stored away and the baggage compartments are closed and locked Retract leveling jacks to the travel position if so equipped Retract step S...

Page 203: ...en will never hold a proper charge Turn all cushions on edge to prevent the moisture mildew buildup during storage Turn off 12 volt DC 120 volt AC propane to the refrigerator defrost and clean Block t...

Page 204: ...202 Section 14 Travel Camping Storage Checklists Notes...

Page 205: ...ponents Mor Ryde Step Above www lci1 com www morryde com Fan Exhaust 12V Ventline Maxx Fan www ventline com www airxcel com maxxair prod ucts fans Fire Extinguisher See manufacturers user guide Furnac...

Page 206: ...w thetford com TV See manufacturers user guide TV Antenna Winegard Company King Jack www winegard com www kingconnect com Water Heater Tank DSI Atwood Greenbrier www atwoodmobile com Water Heater Tank...

Page 207: ...205 Section 15 Additional Information Vehicle Maintenance Record Make Model Model Year Vehicle Serial Service Date Mileage Work Performed Performed By Notes...

Page 208: ...__________________________________________ City ____________________ State Province ______ Zip Code_________ Phone ___________________ E Mail Address _________________________ Previous Owner Informati...

Page 209: ...207 Section 15 Additional Information Notes...

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