SECTION 3
DRIVING YOUR MOTOR HOME
3-18
FILLING THE FUEL TANK
Diesel fuel, especially #2 grade, can foam up
while being pumped into the tank. Sometimes
this foam can cause the pump nozzle to shut off
before the tank is actually full. Allow the foam to
settle then resume filling at a slower flow rate
until the tank is full.
STARTING AND STOPPING
ENGINE
Refer to your chassis manual for the
manufacturer's recommendations on starting and
stopping the engine.
See also “Engine Block Heater” in this
section.
Do not attempt to start the vehicle by hot-
wiring.
Idling Diesel Engine
See also “Idle Speed Control” elsewhere in
this section.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
Your coach is equipped with an engine
coolant heater to assist starting in freezing
temperatures. The power cord is located in the
rear cargo compartment on the driver side of the
coach. When plugged into the receptacle, the
heater is connected to both the shoreline and the
auxiliary generator, so a separate extension cord
is not needed. The power switch is a standard
household light switch located near the OnePlace
Systems Monitor Panel.
REMEMBER! Turn the engine heater switch off
after starting the engine. The heater will keep
operating for as long as it is supplied with
electricity. If the switch is left on, the engine
heater will come on each time you hook up the
shoreline cord or start the generator.
ENGINE ACCESS
Rear Engine Grille
The diesel engine is located behind the grille
at the back of the vehicle. Lift the latches and
swing the grille downward.
CAUTION
Do not operate engine at low idle for long
periods with engine coolant temperature
below the minimum specification in your
diesel engine manual. This can result in
the following:
•
Fuel dilution of the lubricating oil
•
Carbon build up in the cylinder
•
Cylinder head valve sticking
•
Reduced performance
Diesel Engine Heater Switch
(typical)
