Winnebago REVEL 2020 Operator'S Manual Download Page 1

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Rev. 2002200716

Part No. 161500-20-009

Summary of Contents for REVEL 2020

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Page 3: ...1 6 2 SAFETY AND PRECAUTIONS General Warnings 2 1 Driving Safety 2 2 Fuel and Propane Gas 2 2 Carbon Monoxide Warning 2 3 Carbon Monoxide Alarm 2 4 Smoke Alarm 2 4 Fire Extinguisher 2 5 Electrical 2 5...

Page 4: ...rnal Detachable 5 1 Inverter Charger Unit 2000W Pure Sine Wave 5 2 Circuit Breakers House 120 Volt AC 5 4 Electrical Outlets House 120 Volt AC 5 4 Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter 5 4 House Coach Batt...

Page 5: ...untertops 8 6 Sink Stainless Steel 8 6 Range and Refrigerator 8 6 Vinyl Flooring 8 6 Bathroom 8 7 Doors and Windows 8 7 Vehicle Storage Preparation 8 8 Vehicle Storage Removal 8 9 Chassis Service and...

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Page 7: ...ide and in no way extend the responsibilities of Winnebago Industries beyond the standard written warranty as presented in this manual The descriptions illustrations and specifications in this manual...

Page 8: ...ow beam alignment checked after fully loading the vehicle to your needs Thereafter have the alignment inspected periodically to maintain visibility SERVICE AND ASSISTANCE Your dealer will be glad to p...

Page 9: ...so obtain other information about motor vehicle safety at http www safercar gov OCCUPANT AND CARGO CARRYING CAPACITY LABEL This label is affixed in the driver s area next to or near the Vehicle Certif...

Page 10: ...vehicle by Winnebago Industries 4 Vehicle Identification Number VIN This number identifies the chassis on which the motorhome is built The 10th digit of the VIN designates the chassis model year J 201...

Page 11: ...dependent on your particular loading and towing circumstances which includes the GVWR GAWR and GCWR as well as adequate trailer brakes Refer to the chassis operator s manual of your motor home for fu...

Page 12: ...________________________________________________________________ YOUR WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES DEALER SERVICE CENTER Name____________________________________________________________________________ Addres...

Page 13: ...avel position while the vehicle is moving Never let passengers stand or kneel on seats while the vehicle is moving Sleeping facilities are not to be utilized while vehicle is moving Examine the escape...

Page 14: ...mend you perform the following inspections for your safety and the safety of your passengers before starting your vehicle 1 WHEELS Inspect for damage and check lug nuts for tightness 2 TIRES Inspect f...

Page 15: ...comply could result in death or serious injury CARBON MONOXIDE WARNING The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust and ventilation...

Page 16: ...isk of carbon monoxide poisoning test this alarms operation after the motorhome has been in storage before each trip and at least once per week during use by pressing the Test Reset button on the alar...

Page 17: ...ement only from your Winnebago Industries dealer or a reliable RV parts supplier ELECTRICAL Careless handling of electrical components can be fatal Never touch or use electrical components or applianc...

Page 18: ...coolant level visually at the see through coolant reservoir Never get beneath a vehicle that is held up by a leveling system if equipped or a jack only Always release the air prior to getting under th...

Page 19: ...ped with a Power Sliding Door located on the passenger side of the vehicle There are 2 buttons one located in the center dash and the other located behind the passenger seat To operate press either bu...

Page 20: ...Mold plays a part of nature by breaking down dead organic matter such as fallen leaves and dead trees Indoors however mold growth should be avoided Molds reproduce by means of tiny spores Those spore...

Page 21: ...a flat tire whenever possible However if an emergency requires you to change the tire yourself please exercise extreme caution and read all tire changing information in the chassis manual Never get be...

Page 22: ...wrench NOTE Lug bolts supplied with the wheel must be used JUMP STARTING To jump start the engine using another vehicle or booster system see the chassis manual for connecting jumper cables to the aut...

Page 23: ...ION 2 SAFETY AND PRECAUTIONS For information on what to do in case of overheating consult the chassis manual NOTICE Operating a vehicle under a severe overheating condition can result in damage to the...

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Page 25: ...elts must be worn as low as possible and fit snugly across the hip area Always sit erect and well back into the seat To gain full protection of the safety belt never let more than one person use the s...

Page 26: ...child in an accident or during a sudden maneuver Children may have a greater chance of being injured in an accident if they are seated in a child restraint system which is not properly secured Childr...

Page 27: ...flashers provide additional safety when the vehicle must be stopped on the side of the roadway and presents a possible hazard to other motorists When the flashers are on it serves as a warning to oth...

Page 28: ...suspension and steering system of this vehicle was factory aligned using highly accurate equipment prior to delivery to the dealership However alignment should be checked and adjusted after you have...

Page 29: ...3 5 SECTION 3 DRIVING YOUR MOTORHOME Further Information Refer to the chassis manual provided in your InfoCase for further information...

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Page 31: ...rer s user guide provided in your InfoCase for complete operating instructions safety precautions and maintenance information RANGE TOP ELECTRIC If Equipped The range in your motorhome operates on ele...

Page 32: ...coach At the touch of a button the monitor panel will display the fresh water and holding tank levels plus the chassis battery and house battery condition Water And Holding Tank Levels Press the Tank...

Page 33: ...on the water pump and initial start up SOLAR CHARGE PANEL If Equipped The roof mounted Solar Charge Panel uses the sun to help keep your house batteries charged A Solar Charge Controller is located n...

Page 34: ...is not needed and will reduce the effectiveness of the portable solar panel NOTE The Solar Charge Panel is not intended to make the coach battery system maintenance free The solar panel will not comp...

Page 35: ...vaporator coil defrost before normal cooling operation is resumed At this time operate the air conditioning unit in the High Fan position with the system at maximum airflow When increased or full airf...

Page 36: ...available Basic Operation Press anywhere on the touchscreen to activate the menu options Hot Water Icon the system will cycle and maintain the hot water heat exchanger so that hot water is available...

Page 37: ...t the glycol Burner when the burner icon is selected the diesel heater will run and keep the coolant hot and ready for hot water and heat The heater will cycle on and off maintaining the temperature i...

Page 38: ...xtreme cold weather conditions or when you are planning on taking a longer shower to turn on the diesel burner switch located on your interior control LCD panel If you normally run the Hydronic Heatin...

Page 39: ...E for complete instructions in winterizing your Hydronic Heating System It will be winterized along with the rest of the RV water systems Further Information Read the operating safety and maintenance...

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Page 41: ...ove jewelry and wear protective clothing and eye covering Avoid creating sparks ELECTRICAL SYSTEM HOUSE 120 VOLT AC The 120 volt system operates from the shoreline cord connected to an outside 120 vol...

Page 42: ...aker to protect the inverter charger from overloads The inverter charger also has built in features that protect the system from abnormal conditions See the inverter charger information included in yo...

Page 43: ...rger may not be able to recharge the batteries NOTE Do not leave the shoreline plugged in during storage Follow regular battery inspection and maintenance Inverter Charger Control Panel The inverter c...

Page 44: ...off the equipment example roof air conditioner and allow a brief cooling period Then reset the breaker by moving the switch to Off and back to On If the breaker is continually tripped and no overload...

Page 45: ...ntil the panel lights go off NOTE Some electronic displays and memory functions may need to be reset after power has been reconnected Batteries will only be charged by the converter when on shore powe...

Page 46: ...t of the accelerator pedal in the driver side foot well behind access panel NOTE Ensure that the ignition key is in the Off position and the key is removed and wait 10 minutes before disconnecting Fur...

Page 47: ...attery can be charged by activating a charging source Some charging sources require to see the battery voltage before allowing charging in which case LVC lockout can be temporarily overridden by holdi...

Page 48: ...damaging cables and connectors Even when the BMS detects the short circuit and tries to open it the BMS switch itself might weld under such large current Make sure the battery connection is always pro...

Page 49: ...binet The fuse panel accepts only blade type plug in fuses Always replace fuses with those of the same amperage rating Battery Charge Meter See related item under Systems Monitor Panel in Section 4 Ap...

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Page 51: ...supply centers Method 1 Filling the Fresh Water Tank Through Tank Fill Connection Always fill the fresh water tank at an approved potable water filling facility or a known purified drinking water sour...

Page 52: ...ing winterization procedures To Clean Pump Strainer Ensure all Water Pump switches are OFF Twist the inlet cap bowl counter clockwise to unscrew from the strainer assembly Remove the bowl and pull the...

Page 53: ...ime or one that could have become contaminated This procedure is also recommended before long periods of storage such as over winter Disinfecting with Sanitize setting 1 Turn the levers on the Water C...

Page 54: ...ing this procedure for an alternate method of adding bleach solution to your tank 1 Turn off Heating System and allow to cool See Heating System Furnace and Indirect Water Heating in Section 4 Applian...

Page 55: ...lt in a 6 7 ppm level of chlorine which should kill harmful bacteria and slime forming organisms Chlorine may be removed from drinking water by the cold water filter at the galley faucet if equipped o...

Page 56: ...g tank Important Don ts Don tusefacialtissueorregulartoilettissuein the RV toilet These will not disintegrate sufficiently and will often cling to the sides of the holding tank Toilet tissue made spec...

Page 57: ...load center If problem persists remove end cap and manually turn pump shaft located on the end of the Waste Pump with a screwdriver Further Information For further Waste Pump operating and troubleshoo...

Page 58: ...s in the tank Should this accidentally happen disconnect the hose fill the tank about half full with water and drive a few miles to dislodge the solids A few starts and stops will aid in the process T...

Page 59: ...ing compressed air 1 Level the Motorhome If the motorhome is not level there may be low points in waterlines that can trap water in the lines and prevent it from draining properly 2 Set the Water Cent...

Page 60: ...tainer place a big enough vessel underneath the drainage socket of the drain valve 2 64 gallons 10 liters Water pump switch location on Systems Monitor Panel Typical view Water pump switch location on...

Page 61: ...se then point shower hose toward ground and squeeze the handle Turn on the hot faucet then the cold to drain any water left in the shower and sink lines NOTE The exterior wash station detachable hose...

Page 62: ...wing then close Exterior Shower Hose located behind rear driver s side door left storage compartment Typical View ConnectshowerhosetoWater Center Panel faucet Located behind the passenger rear door on...

Page 63: ...ty 17 Add an odor control chemical to the sewage holding tank through the toilet These chemicals are available at most RV stores 18 Rinse sewage drain hose thoroughly with water before stowing 19 Clos...

Page 64: ...squeeze handle until antifreeze solution begins to flow then disconnect hose Do this for both wash stations 27 Press the toilet flush pedal and hold until antifreeze begins flowing into the toilet Lea...

Page 65: ...aucet one located on the Water Center Panel behind passenger rear door Lay shower head on ground and open spray nozzle until drained City Water Connection located on the Water Center Panel behind the...

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Page 67: ...an be adjusted with the retention pin bar SLEEPING FACILITIES POWER LOFT BED If Equipped NOTE The Power Loft Bed is not intended for storage The Loft Bed is stowed near the cab ceiling To lower the Lo...

Page 68: ...near the loft bed or monitor panel depending on model to the OFF position 3 Fasten the safety belt whenever the bed is in the stored position Manual Retraction of Loft Bed If the Power Loft Bed is ma...

Page 69: ...atured with multi positioning window shades and screens that can be used for light filtering outside airflow bug protection daytime room darkening or nighttime privacy Tolowertranslucentscreen pullthe...

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Page 71: ...correct and necessary parts and experiencetohelpyoumaintainyoursealants See Sealants Call Out Sheet provided in your InfoCase Always use the same type sealant that was removed Immediatelyhavedealersh...

Page 72: ...iage and the body of your motorhome after exposure to these types of conditions Washing Frequent washing and thorough cleaning is recommended to prevent damage to the finish from exposure to damaging...

Page 73: ...e integrity of the fiberglass and must be repaired or covered as quickly as possible to avoid penetration by moisture especially in freezing climates If the fiberglass has been damaged and contains cr...

Page 74: ...mp housing Some popular citric acid cleaners may cause polycarbonate lenses to become hazy or foggy Do not use a pressure washer to clean headlights Inspect and operate the lights regularly to confirm...

Page 75: ...uld be cleaned with a soft damp cloth and a mild detergent only Do not use solvents Solvents may damage the surface of the vinyl Draperies Curtains and Bedspreads These items may be woven from a varie...

Page 76: ...and soap or detergent using a soft cloth or sponge Rinse thoroughly with warm water and wipe dry quickly to avoid spots and streaks For stubborn stains use a mild abrasive cleanser like Soft Scrub Com...

Page 77: ...ks Cleanassoonaspossiblewithasoftnylonpad and non abrasive mild detergent or resilient floor cleaner Asphalt candle grease chewing gum fat oil tar and shoe polish Gently remove with a blunt instrument...

Page 78: ...switch off to avoid electrical arcing when attaching and detaching charge clamps NOTE We do not recommend leaving the shoreline plugged in continuously during storage 5 After charging batteries turn t...

Page 79: ...pvalvesseal tightly 11 Check around all appliances for obstructions and ensure that all vent openings are clear 12 Start refrigerator and check for proper cooling 13 Clean wall and counter surfaces 14...

Page 80: ...tions Check 12V fuses and 120V breakers Check GFCI receptacles Plumbing System Sanitize plumbing system Winterize plumbing system Clean water pump strainer filter Exterior Clean roof Clean sidewalls C...

Page 81: ...nance guide Inspect and clean exterior vent Air Conditioner See A C manufacturer s maintenance guide Inspect for exterior damage Check replace filter Range Top See range manufacturer s maintenance gui...

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Page 83: ...than 3 000 lbs on each tire If the left side weighs 3 100 lbs and the right side weighs 2 700 lbs at least 100 lbs of the load must be shifted from the left side to the right side The GVWR is listed...

Page 84: ...method of weighing a motorhome is to weigh each corner of the motorhome separately single L R front wheels or L R rear dual sets This method will help you determine how to distribute your cargo to avo...

Page 85: ...city may be less than hitch rating When towing a trailer or vehicle do not exceed either the GVWR the rear axle GAWR or the chassis GCWR the combined loaded weight of the motorhome and the towed vehic...

Page 86: ...onnection of trailer or tow vehicle wiring to the motorhome light system The pigtail assembly with the car trailer end connector plug should be wired by a qualified technician The trailer brake contro...

Page 87: ...s not specify a vertical load rating Traditionally hitches are labeled 3 500 350 as Class 2 5 000 500 as Class 3 and 10 000 1 000 as Class 4 The vertical tongue load value of 10 percent of drawn ratin...

Page 88: ...ntilator dome may be opened or closed manually using the Dome Crank knob ON OFF Press to turn the fan on or off The vent lid will open automatically when the fan is turned on and close when the fan is...

Page 89: ...h a Ladder mounted on the rear passenger side door The ladder on your motorhome is provided for limited access to the roof The ladder must be removed from the stored position and mounted on the roof r...

Page 90: ...high winds As you climb the ladder grasp the side rails firmly and always use both hands Keep your body centered between the side rails Do not over reach Always store the ladder extension when not in...

Page 91: ...ngs are located either in the InfoCase or parts box To Install Tie Down Ring into Floor Bracket 1 Push down on center of ring as shown in the following photo 2 Slidetie downringintothefloorbracket the...

Page 92: ...stains or mildew which can damage interior items such as upholstery and cabinets When you recognize the signs of excessive moisture and condensation in your motorhome you should take immediate action...

Page 93: ...Exhaust Fluid Fill 3 4 Disinfecting Your Fresh Water System 6 3 Doors and Windows 8 7 Driving Safety 2 2 Effects of Prolonged Occupancy 9 10 Electrical 2 5 Electrical Cautions 5 1 Electrical Outlets...

Page 94: ...eaning 8 3 Power Cord External Detachable 5 1 Power Loft Bed 7 1 Power Roof Ventilator 9 6 Power Roof Ventilator 9 6 Power Sliding Door 2 7 Power Sofas and Beds 2 8 Pre Delivery Inspection 1 2 Radio I...

Page 95: ...Wiring Connector 9 4 Undercarriage 8 1 Vehicle Certification Label 1 4 Vehicle Storage Preparation 8 8 Vehicle Storage Removal 8 9 Vinyl Flooring 8 6 Waste Water System Waste Pump 6 7 Water Pump 6 2 W...

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