Tiffin Motorhomes 2014 Phaeton, Owner'S Manual

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When the electric steps are fully retracted and the motor home is being made ready for travel, be
sure to deploy the cover over the stairwell (use either the switch on the driver’s console or the switch
on the passenger’s side [Figure 9-8) to protect any occupants of the cabin from any accidental
stepping into the open stair well (figure 9-8).
Activating either switch will cause the stairwell cover to be electrically deployed from a recess
beneath the floor in front of the passenger’s seat. This precaution will provide a safe traveling
environment for anyone using the passenger’s seat during travel.
Other exterior features include optional power-assisted awnings (patio
awning, door awning, or both). If such are available, they can be
controlled from the switch console located in the stairwell of the Phaeton
(see Figure 9-8 on p. 9-7). Additionally, a patio light switch and a cargo
light switch may be used to provide illumination on the patio side of the
motor-home exterior and in the exterior storage compartment areas
under the motor home, as needed.
Mirrors
This motor home is equipped with convex, remote-controlled, exterior, rear-view mirrors (Figure
9-10)—black are standard; chrome are optional. Always adjust the mirrors for maximum rear
visibility prior to driving. If another driver is to drive, be sure the mirrors are readjusted to
accommodate the second driver.
These standard, black mirrors are adjusted by using the multi-directional switch located on the
dashboard. Select the mirror to be adjusted by pointing the arrow in the direction of that mirror.
Move the control in the direction of movement desired to obtain the best view for that mirror.
The adjustment control moves the top half of both mirrors. The bottom half of each mirror is
convex and is adjusted manually.
Detailed instructions for these manual adjustments can be found in the manufacturer’s literature
available in the Owner’s Information Package. However, this brief overview of mirror adjustment
can begin the process: The top portion of the mirror should be adjusted horizontally so that you
can see your own motor home in the one inch surface closest to the motor home; the remaining portion of the mirror
now permits you to see the road behind you. The mirror should be adjusted vertically so that you can see the rear
bumper on the bottom of the plane portion of the mirror.
9-6
Figure 9-10. Mirror
Figure 9-9. Stairwell Cover
(Fully Deployed)
Caution
Always be sure to “look before you leap”! When opening the entrance door
from the inside, be sure that the step has fully deployed before trying to
step outside to avoid falling and possible injury.
TIFFIN MOTORHOMES –PHAETON® Chapter 9 EXTERIOR FEATURES
Figure 9-8.
Entrance Steps
Switch
(Passenger’s
Side)