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SECTION 10 –
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

10-10

COACH MAINTENANCE CHART

These recommendations apply for normal recreational use. Heavy duty or full-time use may require more

frequent maintenance intervals.

Always use specified sections or manufacturer’s

guide for further information and instructions.

Before Each

Use

We
ek

Monthly

Every 3

Months

Every 6

Months

Every Y

ear

Necessary

Propane Gas System

Have propane gas system checked for leaks



Pressure regulator - inspect and adjust if needed



Check propane tank condition, mounting, and fittings



Electrical System

Check battery condition meter



Check battery fluid level and connections



Check 12V fuses and 120V breakers



Check GFCI receptacles



Generator

Visually inspect generator and compartment



See generator manufacturer’s maintenance guide



Plumbing System

Sanitize plumbing system



Winterize plumbing system



Clean water pump strainer filter



Exterior

Clean roof



Clean sidewalls



Clean windows



Flush underside of vehicle

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Summary of Contents for Travato

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Page 3: ...Driving Safety 2 1 Fuel and Propane Gas 2 2 Propane Gas Leaks 2 3 Propane Gas Leak Detector 2 3 Carbon Monoxide Warning 2 4 Carbon Monoxide Alarm 2 4 Smoke Alarm 2 5 Fire Extinguisher 2 5 Electrical...

Page 4: ...y Connection 5 3 Safe Use of the Propane Gas System 5 4 Propane Gas Warnings and Precautions 5 4 Propane Gas Pressure Regulator 5 5 Propane Vaporization in Cold Weather 5 6 6 ELECTRICAL Electrical Cau...

Page 5: ...ble TV Connection 8 4 Exterior Cable TV 12V Connection 8 5 Audio Video System Connection 8 5 9 FURNITURE AND SOFTGOODS Sleeping Facilities 9 1 Dinette Bed Conversion 9 1 Roller Shades 9 3 Wood Furnitu...

Page 6: ...LLANEOUS Loading the Vehicle 11 1 Weighing Your Loaded Vehicle 11 1 Car or Trailer Towing 11 3 Trailer Wiring Connector 11 4 Towing Guidelines 11 4 Windows 11 5 Power Roof Ventilator 11 5 Power Roof V...

Page 7: ...de 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 w...

Page 8: ...is interested in your satisfaction Your dealer will provide quality maintenance and any other assistance that you may require during your ownership of this vehicle If you need warranty repairs while...

Page 9: ...he driver s door jamb The first label contains vehicle occupant and cargo carrying capacity along with the number of seat belt positions in the vehicle The second label also provides the weight of a f...

Page 10: ...replacing any of the rims onyourvehicle alwaysreplacewitharimthat meets these specifications 8 Cold Inflation Pressure Inflation pressures at Gross Axle Weight Ratings recommended while cold for the t...

Page 11: ...quate trailer brakes Refer to the chassis operator s manual of your motor home for further towing information All information is based upon the most recent data available Visit the Winnebago Industrie...

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

Page 13: ...Do not adjust tilt steering in a moving vehicle WARNING This motorhome has been designed manufactured and tested with concern for the protection of it s occupants We recommend you perform the followi...

Page 14: ...ange burners do not turn burner controls to On and allow gas to escape before lighting match Portable fuel burning equipment including wood and charcoal grills and stoves shall not be used inside the...

Page 15: ...quipped with a Propane Gas Leak Detector similar to the one shown below The leak detector sounds an alarm if an unsafe amount of propane gas is present inside the coach Power Connection The Propane Ga...

Page 16: ...ystem keep front ventilation inlet grill clear of snow leaves or other obstructions at all times DO NOT OCCUPY A PARKED VEHICLE WITH ENGINE RUNNING FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD Do not run engine in confined...

Page 17: ...liding entrance door We recommend that you become thoroughly familiar with the operating instructions displayed on the side of the Fire Extinguisher and in the information supplied in your InfoCase We...

Page 18: ...d eye covering Avoid creating sparks LOADING Store or secure all loose items inside the motorhome before traveling Possible overlooked items such as canned goods or small appliances on the countertop...

Page 19: ...uring each use High indoor temperatures and humidity may raise formaldehyde levels When a recreational vehicle is in areas subject to high temperatures an air conditioning system can be used to contro...

Page 20: ...ct reported to Winnebago Industries within the limited warranty period Winnebago will clean the affected area s and or replace affected items as it deems necessary This is the extent of coverage provi...

Page 21: ...anufacturer JUMP STARTING If your coach will not start from the chassis battery try using the Battery Boost switch to divert power from the house batteries to the starter See Battery Boost Switch in S...

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Page 23: ...easy entrance and exit The swivel feature also allows the seats on most models to be turned toward the living area for additional seating while the unit is parked Seat Recline Lift up on the lever to...

Page 24: ...the doors or in the seat mechanism After any serious accident any seat belts which were in use at the time must be inspected and replaced if necessary Adjustment To lengthen belt swivel the tab end a...

Page 25: ...red in a vehicle seat by a lap belt or the lap belt portion of a lap shoulder belt When purchasing a child restraint system follow these guidelines 1 Look for the label certifying that it meets all ap...

Page 26: ...r s ignition key you receive keys for the entrance door and exterior compartment doors Keys have an identification number either a small metal tag or stamped into the key head These numbers are record...

Page 27: ...tery Boost switch can be used to draw emergency starting power from the house batteries to start the engine if the chassis battery is discharged Press and Hold the Battery Boost switch in the ON posit...

Page 28: ...otorhome according to your personal needs Thereafter the alignment should be periodically inspected to help prevent uneven tire wear Any excessive or abnormal tire wear may indicate worn or misaligned...

Page 29: ...ectrical heat element The ammonia vapor is then carried to the finned condenser where it liquefies The liquid then flows to an evaporator where it creates cooling by evaporation The ammonia circulates...

Page 30: ...ush latch UP to unlock 2 Remove the door from the opening To Close 1 Replace the door into the opening 2 Push latch DOWN to lock RANGE TOP The range in your motorhome operates on propane gas and will...

Page 31: ...phyxiation It is especially important that cooking appliances not be used for comfort heating as the danger of asphyxiation is greater when the appliance is used for long periods of time FAILURE TO CO...

Page 32: ...f the water pump is on or if the water heater pilot light is out Note The Pilot Out indicator light does not function on this model Water And Holding Tank Levels Press and Hold the Levels Test switch...

Page 33: ...lable as soon as a faucet is opened Refer to the Water Pump information elsewhere in this section for additional information on the water pump and initial start up NOTE Some models may be equipped wit...

Page 34: ...emand pump 2 Open a faucet in the motorhome to relieve water pressure 3 Pull the handle of the P T valve straight out and allow water to flow until it stops 4 Let the handle of the P T valve snap shut...

Page 35: ...battery To Shut Down Move Thermostat switch to OFF position Turn OFF Propane Gas Tank switch if coach will be stored for a period of time Further Information Refer to the manufacturer s user guide pro...

Page 36: ...When the air conditioner is in the cooling mode it will continue to cycle the compressor on and off until the selector switch is turned to another operation mode Position the louvers to the desired d...

Page 37: ...eased it reverts back to a vapor and expands to many times its compressed volume Propane Tank System The storage reservoir for the propane gas system is a horizontally mounted tank which is permanentl...

Page 38: ...WARNING Do not fill propane container s to more than 80 percent of capacity A properly filledcontainercontainsapproximately 80 percent of its volume as liquid propane Overfilling the propane container...

Page 39: ...lit or require frequent adjustment even though you know the propane tank contains sufficient fuel the problem may be air in the propane gas tank Air in the tank mixes with the propane gas vapors causi...

Page 40: ...ct before and after each trip and any time trouble is suspected Turn the propane supply valve off when not using the propane gas system Never use a wrench to tighten the tank supply valve It is design...

Page 41: ...always be installed with the regulator vents facing downward Regulators that are not in compartments have been equipped with a protective cover Make sure that the regulator vent faces downward and th...

Page 42: ...or freeze ups PROPANE VAPORIZATION IN COLD WEATHER Propane gas vaporization increases and decreases in direct relation to ambient temperature In other words the lower the temperature the slower the li...

Page 43: ...SE 120 VOLT AC The 120 volt system operates from the shoreline cord connected to an outside 120 volt utility service such as those at campgrounds or from the 120 volt generator When the shoreline cord...

Page 44: ...s contact the park attendants and have them check the fuse or breaker for your supply receptacle POWER CENTER Converter The power converter is generally located in a lower cabinet face in the galley o...

Page 45: ...120 volt AC power to the converter section of the Power Center if the power converter becomes overheated This can result from operating above its maximum limit for an extended period of time or by obs...

Page 46: ...gainst severe electrical shock if a ground fault develops If such a condition occurs the GFCI will break the circuit by turning off the power to the protected outlets Should this occur unplug all the...

Page 47: ...2 Do not open windows or vents on the end or side of the vehicle where exhaust pipe of the generator is located 3 Park the vehicle so that the wind will carry the exhaust away from the vehicle Also n...

Page 48: ...s can also provide emergency power to start the engine if the chassis battery is discharged See Battery Boost Switch in Section 3 Driving Your Motorhome House batteries are automatically charged by th...

Page 49: ...t least 80 charge during freezing temperatures the electrolyte can freeze and crack the battery case The two best defenses against sulfating and insufficient charge are to 1 TurnofftheHouse CoachBatte...

Page 50: ...to the state of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling WARNING Before removing any battery cables or battery make sure all 12 volt equipment in the motorhome is off...

Page 51: ...urn off all affected lights or appliances and reset the breaker or replace the fuse with a new one of equal amperage rating House 12 Volt Fuses A label on the panel states the amperage rating and circ...

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Page 53: ...ter input on the coach We recommend regulators that control water pressure to 50 psi max Water pressure regulators are commonly available at most RV dealerships and many large retail discount or home...

Page 54: ...p of tank Insert hose into fill opening and turn water supply on Tank is full when water flows from the tank vent tube beneath coach Using Tank Water Gravity Fill Turn Water Pump switch ON While the s...

Page 55: ...e monitor panel some models may have an additional switch in the water service center near the exterior shower or within the bathroom area for your convenience While the switch is ON the pump will aut...

Page 56: ...ounter clockwise about one quarter turn then pull it down and out of the filter socket Insert a new water filter cartridge up into the filter socket as far as possible and twist it clockwise one quart...

Page 57: ...50 ppm in the water system If a 100 ppm concentration is desired as discussed in Step 4 use 1 2 cup of household bleach with 1 gallon of water to prepare the chlorine solution One gallon of this solut...

Page 58: ...ht on the switch will glow to indicate when the pump is active Turn the pump on as you begin to shower and leave running to remove the water from the floor while showering Turn the pump off when the w...

Page 59: ...hower valve assembly and is not a leak or defect The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials Standard TSC 21 85 PAR 4 3 states Shower heads which incorporate shutoff valves shal...

Page 60: ...ation in your InfoCase for complete operating care and maintenance information WASTE WATER SYSTEM WASTE PUMP Holding Tanks The drainage system is self contained and uses two separate holding tanks to...

Page 61: ...aste Tank Drain valve until the black tank is drained and dump valve closed to avoid sewage back up into gray tank Gray water also rinses any black water solids from the sewage drain hose 5 Open the G...

Page 62: ...about half full with water and drive a few miles to dislodge the solids A few starts and stops will aid in the process Then reconnect the hose and drain in the normal manner NOTE Always keep sewage dr...

Page 63: ...ing system of your coach using one of the following two methods Blow out waterlines using compressed air or Fill waterlines with RV water system antifreeze Waterline Drain Valves Typical installation...

Page 64: ...ed with a cold water filter continue to next numbered step Place a container beneath the filter to catch any water that may drain from the waterline during filter removal Twist the filter cartridge co...

Page 65: ...ifreeze down each drain for the galley sink lavatory sink and shower tub This fills the drain trap pipes to prevent holding tank odors from entering the coach during storage NOTE It is not necessary t...

Page 66: ...th antifreeze Leave the Water Heater Bypass valve handle in NORMAL FLOW position if draining water and blowing out waterlines Place in BYPASS position ONLY when using antifreeze solution in waterlines...

Page 67: ...e faucet then close Donotforgettheexteriorshower washstation knobs 7 Press the toilet flush pedal and hold until antifreeze begins flowing into the toilet Leavesmallamountofantifreezethatremains in th...

Page 68: ...ely drain the waste water holding tanks at an approved waste disposal site Drain the sewage black tank first so the following waste water can rinse any waste solids from the dump outlet and sewage dra...

Page 69: ...gently press the backflow valve small button in center of connector to drain cold water from the city waterline Water Tank Drain Valve One 1 valve beneath forward facing dinette seat Remove panel to...

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Page 71: ...a TV swing out mechanism which allows you to angle the TV to best suit your viewing needs To Swivel TV Grasp the inboard side of TV and disengage from the wall mounting bracket Extend the TV and angl...

Page 72: ...d directly to the main title menu screen or it may begin to play previews You may be able to skip previews if desired by pressing the NEXT button on the DVD player remote until you see the main menu s...

Page 73: ...Over the Air Antenna Your coach is featured with a digital antenna which provides crystal clear digital HD reception of over the air channels in addition to superior broad reception range The digital...

Page 74: ...antenna manufacturer s user guide provided in your InfoCase for complete operating and maintenance information TV SIGNAL AMPLIFIER The TV Signal Amplifier is built into the antenna and can be turned...

Page 75: ...evice for your outdoor entertainment AUDIO VIDEO SYSTEM CONNECTION An HDMI Connection is provided in the cabinet behind the TV for connection of your choice of DVD player home theater system or satell...

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Page 77: ...extension until it clicks into place Reverse steps to store table Dinette to Bed 1 Store table if extended 2 Lift forward facing dinette seat cushion 3 Press the Table Leg Release Button and fold tab...

Page 78: ...the table 5 Lower dinette table to the floor Then lower dinette seat cushion 6 Cover dinette table with front facing dinette back cushion 7 Pull to extend side facing dinette seat cushion 8 Cover bed...

Page 79: ...mineral streaks These traits are natural and serve to enhance maple s natural beauty Cherry is characterized by its red undertones but may vary in color from white to a deep rich brown Cherry is a clo...

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Page 81: ...e correct and necessary parts and experiencetohelpyoumaintainyoursealants See Sealants Call Out Sheet provided in your InfoCase Always use the same type sealant that was removed Immediatelyhavedealers...

Page 82: ...m a hose or spray from high pressure washing equipment into any appliance intake because damage or difficulty in operating appliances may occur Commercial vehicle wash facilities should be avoided Rev...

Page 83: ...oroughly after cleaning PLASTIC PARTS CLEANING Many parts in your vehicle such as the dash exterior light lenses and certain exterior body panels are made of high impact plastic materials that can be...

Page 84: ...c before using on visible areas For best results fabric cleaning should be referred to a professional carpet and upholstery cleaner NOTE To minimize fading of upholstery carpets and other interior fab...

Page 85: ...ood TABLES AND COUNTERTOPS Work surfaces are covered with a plastic or thermo formed laminate that resists solvents stains and abrasions A coat of furniture wax applied to these surfaces on the counte...

Page 86: ...terial The dents are not permanent and will come out over time Maintenance Tips Install protection such as pads or casters on furniture with legs or sharp edges This protection should not contain bitu...

Page 87: ...eze up VEHICLE STORAGE PREPARATION Properly preparing your vehicle for storage will lessen the possibility of damage to your vehicle Prepare the motorhome for vacancy just as you would if you were lea...

Page 88: ...resh Water System in the Plumbing section then flush the waterlines thoroughly with fresh water 9 After flushing fresh waterlines install a new water filter cartridge on the galley sink water filter a...

Page 89: ...RAGE CHASSIS SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Consult the appropriate sections in your chassis manual for specific information regarding operating safety service recommendations and maintenance schedules for t...

Page 90: ...pane Gas System Have propane gas system checked for leaks Pressure regulator inspect and adjust if needed Check propane tank condition mounting and fittings Electrical System Check battery condition m...

Page 91: ...shield Wipers and Washers Fire Extinguisher check charge indicator Smoke Alarm test operation Carbon Monoxide Alarm test operation Propane Gas Leak Detector test operation replace battery if needed Ap...

Page 92: ...y Monthly Every 3 Months Every 6 Months Every Year As Necessary Sealants Inspect see Sealants at the beginning of this section for proper inspection technique Replace see Sealant Call out Sheet in the...

Page 93: ...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 on the Vehicle Certification Label See sample...

Page 94: ...method will help you determine how to distribute your cargo to avoid overloading especially on tires To determine the weight distribution on each tire or dual set you will need to find a scale capabl...

Page 95: ...d exceeding any of the listed Gross Weight Ratings See Vehicle Certification Label in the Introduction section for information on gross weight ratings Towing will affect vehicle handling durability an...

Page 96: ...installed by the motorhome manufacturer dealer or owner This value is found on the VIN label typically placed near the driver position Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR This is the total weight a given ax...

Page 97: ...drawn and Maximum vertical tongue weight to be imposed The SAE standard does 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...

Page 98: ...The fan speed selector on the fan allows you to adjust the amount of circulation you need at any time 5 If you want the vent dome raised without the fan running turn Off either the Fan Power switch o...

Page 99: ...R If Equipped The Power Awning switch and Awning Light switch is located at the front of the galley For your convenience a Second Power Awning switch is located on the right side of the passenger seat...

Page 100: ...nd when the vehicle ignition key is in the Off position The Awning can retract anytime regardless of the ignition key position Further Information For complete operating instructions features safety p...

Page 101: ...y reduce the condensation inside the coach Minimize moisture released inside the coach Run the ceiling vent fan while cooking and open a bath vent while bathing or showering to carry water vapor out o...

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Page 103: ...6 3 Circuit Breakers and Fuses House 12 Volt DC 6 9 Coach Maintenance Chart 10 10 Cold Water Filter 7 4 Dinette Bed Conversion 9 1 Disinfecting Your Fresh Water System 7 5 Doors and Windows 10 7 Driv...

Page 104: ...Capacity Labels 1 3 Owner and Vehicle Information 1 6 Plastic Parts Cleaning 10 3 Power Center 6 2 Power Cord External Detachable 6 1 Power Roof Ventilator 11 5 Power Roof Ventilator 11 6 Power Sofas...

Page 105: ...gnment and Tire Balance 3 6 Systems Monitor Panel 4 4 Tables and Countertops 10 5 Tires 3 6 Toilet 7 8 Towing Guidelines 11 4 Trailer Wiring Connector 11 4 TV Swing Out 8 1 TV 12V LED 8 1 TV Antenna D...

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