Tiffin Motorhomes 2011 Phaeton, Owner'S Manual

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E X T E R I O R F E A T U R E S
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Towing Hitch
On the rear of the Phaeton can be found a Class 3, 10,000-pound towing hitch (Figure 9-1) capable of handling
a tongue weight of 1,000 pounds. This hitch is installed for towing a
passenger car to be used when the vehicle is parked. The wire
connector installed with this hitch is a standard, seven-pin connector.
For more information on the connector, please see Chapter 7 of this
Owner’s Manual.
Exterior Sides
The sides (Figure 9-2) of your Phaeton are constructed of gel-coated fiberglass. To add to this feature, the end
caps are also gel-coated fiberglass. To clean these fiberglass surfaces, only use warm water and a mild cleanser;
gently wash with soft cloths. Use of stiff bristle brushes or other harsh
abrasives may cause scratches in the fiberglass surfaces. Please note:
Tiffin Motorhomes is NOT responsible for the weathering/oxidation of
gel-coated surfaces.
Lighted storage compartments are located on the exterior sides of your
Phaeton. These external compartments provide ample, additional space
for your belongings while you are traveling. When stowing materials in
these storage compartments, try to “balance” the resultant weight load
from front to rear and from side to side—this will keep the center of
gravity of the motor home essentially unchanged and should not adversely affect the handling characteristics of
the motor home when it is in motion.
Security Lights
On the Phaeton, exterior security lights (Figure 9-3) are standard features. A light is installed on the passenger
side of the coach to help light that side of the Phaeton for added protection. This
light can serve as a “porch light” when the motor home is parked and the awning is
deployed so that various activities (e.g., sitting outside, grilling, visiting) at dusk and
later can be enjoyed by the motor-home owners and their guests.
Roof & Ladder
The Phaeton is manufactured with a fiberglass roof accessed by a ladder (Figure 9-4).
Proper care and routine maintenance of your roof will assure many years of trouble-free
Figure 9-1. Towing Hitch
Figure 9-2. Motor Home Exterior
Figure 9-3. Security Light
Figure 9-4. Roof
Ladder