Fleetwood Coronado 1994 Owner'S Manual Download

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Summary of Contents for Coronado 1994

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Page 3: ...national Corporation WARNING IRRITANT THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS A UREA FORMAL DEHYDE RESIN AND MAY RELEASE FORMALDEHYDE VAPORS IN LOW CONCENTRATIONS FORMALDEHYDE CAN BE IRRITATING TO THE EYES AND UPPER RESPIRATORY SYSTEM OF ESPECIALLY SUSCEPTIBLE PERSONS SUCH AS THOSE WITH ALLERGIES OR RESPIRATORY AILMENTS USE WITH ADEQUATE VENTILATION IF SYMPTOMS DEVELOP CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN Georgia Pacific Corpora...

Page 4: ...R WHEN THE APPLIANCE IS USED FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME WARNING PORTABLE FUEL BURNING EQUIPMENT INCLUDING WOOD AND CHARCOAL GRILLS AND STOVES SHALL NOT BE USED INSIDE THIS RECREATIONAL VEHICLE THE USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT INSIDE THE RECREA TIONAL VEHICLE MAY CAUSE FIRES OR ASPHYXIATION WARNING DO NOT BRING OR STORE LP GAS CONTAINERS GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS INSIDE THE VEHICLE BECAUSE A FIRE ...

Page 5: ...ssist Handle 17 Entry Doors Screens 17 Windows 17 Emergency Exit Window 18 Power Windows 18 Side Slider Windows 18 TABLE OF CONTENTS Remote Mirror Control 18 Sun Visors 18 Mini Blinds lor Pleaded Shades 18 Woven Wood Shades 18 Storage 18 Exterior Compartments 18 Interior Storage 19 Interior Furnishings 19 Dinette Conversion 19 Sofa Conversion 19 Folding Doors Dividers 19 Interior Lighting 19 Overh...

Page 6: ...of Molding Resealing 44 Interior 44 LP Leak Detector 36 Fabric 44 Lighting LP Gas Appliances 37 Counter Tops 45 Appliances 39 Walls Ceiling Panels 45 Water Heater 39 Bathtub Plastic Shower Stall 45 Water Heater Bypass Valve 39 Floors Carpeting 45 Refrigerator 39 Engine Access 45 Three Way Automatic Refrigerator 39 Maintenance Checklist 45 Acrylic Refrigerator Door Panels 39 Furnace 40 Motor Home S...

Page 7: ...s included in this manual are intended as a guide and in no way extendthe responsibilities ofthe manufacturing subsidiary parent company oraffiliates beyond the standard written warranty as presented in this manual 1 INTRODUCTION In this manual statements preceded by the following words are of special significance WARNING means thatthere is the possibility of personal injury to yourself and others...

Page 8: ... find a dealer in your area If for some reason a problem is not handled to your satisfaction 1 Discuss any warranty related problems directly with the manager and or owner of the dealer ship giving them an opportunity to help the service department resolve the matter for you 2 If a problem arises that has not been resolved to your satisfaction by your local dealer contact the manufacturing subsidi...

Page 9: ...PACKAGE This package contains valuable documents about your motorhome and its equipmentand systems This Owner s Manual is in the package Since this manual does not cover every possible detail of equipment and options installed on or in your motor home there are booklets and instructional material in the package that will help you safely operate maintain and troubleshoot those items Be sure you rea...

Page 10: ...ed to the windshield from the top dash outlets Set fan switch to HI and temperature leverto far right for maximum defrosting Air Conditioning On Off Button Turns AlC compressor on and off When air conditioning is desired press this button in and set fan switch to any position except OFF AlC Indicator light will light when the AlC button is on In the defrost DEF mode the compressor will automati ca...

Page 11: ... the windshield from the top dash outlets Set fan switch to HI and temperature lever to far right for maximum defrosting Air Conditioning On Off Button Turns AlC compressor on and off When air conditioning is desired press this button in and set fan switch to any position except OFF AlC Indicator Light will light when the AlC button is on In the defrost DEF mode the compressor will automatically b...

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Page 13: ...g the overall weight that can be safely loaded or attached to the motor home you must know howto distributethe weight sothatcorrect amounts ofweight are placed on the axles The allowable carrying capacity of the motor home is found by weighing the motor home empty and subtracting this weight from the GVWR Carrying Capacity During the design and development of Fleetwood motor homes the number and s...

Page 14: ...ove the load EXCEEDING WEIGHT RATINGS WILL Cause damage to the motorhome drive train orchassis Cause unstable driving and handling characteristics Cause unsafe braking Reduce your warranty protection Periodically reweigh your motorhome and log theweights in the back of this manual to help loading for future trips Loading and weight patterns will change according to use NOTE Some states and provinc...

Page 15: ...LWAYS CHECK PRESSURE WHEN TIRES ARE COLD AND DO NOT BLEED AIR OUT OF WARM TIRES FOLLOW THE TIRE PRESSURE INSTRUC TIONS IN THE CHASSIS OPERATOR S MANUAL NOTE Check the wheel covers periodically They could work loose during driving 9 Tire Replacement Replacement tires must be the same size and have at least the same weight carrying capacity as the original equipment All tires of the same size and ra...

Page 16: ...g the trailer hitch will not increase the tow capacity of the motor home The Gross Combined Weight Rating GCWR is listed on the wardrobe door tag The GCWR is the maximum allowable weight of both the loaded motor home and towed vehicle Exceeding the GCWR could cause dam age to your motor home drivetrain or chassis unstable driving and handling characteristics and will reduce your warranty protectio...

Page 17: ...e required by law to use safety restraints for children If small children less than four years old and under40 pounds ride in yourvehicle you must put them in safety seats that are made specially for children Safety belts alone do not provide maximum protection for these children Check your local and state laws for specific requirements _______________________ 11 WARNING WHEN USING ANY INFANT OR C...

Page 18: ... height of your motor home Check for low hanging tree branches or other obstructions whenever you drive or park Avoid low overhangs when pulling in for service Always check overhead clear ances of overpasses and bridges This may be particu larly important if you drive with the overhead vents open or if the motor home is equipped with a roof air condi tioner roof rack CB orTV radio antenna Before l...

Page 19: ...tandards They are some times sensitive to fuel types and blends particularly fuels blended for certain altitudes and climates Fuel suppliers provide customers with the correct fuel for their location and seasonal conditions Sometimes though fuel blended for winter is supplied during sum mer months Vapor lock occurs when gasoline vaporizes and vapor pockets block the flow of liquid fuel to the engi...

Page 20: ...eek medical attention Shut down the unit and do not operate until it has been inspected and repaired WARNING DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES OPERATE ANY ENGINE WHILE SLEEPING You would not be able to monitor outside conditions to assure that engine exhaust does not enter the interior and you would not be alert to exhaust odors or symp toms of carbon monoxide pOisoning Do not operate an engine with ...

Page 21: ...y lifting from the rear The vehicle must be towed from the front either on the rear wheels if operational or on a heavy duty dolly or transported on a flat bed trailer Consult your chassis operator s manual 15 To prepare your motor home for towing 1 Secure any loose or protruding parts of the disabled vehicle 2 Secure any heavy loose items in the interior 3 Turn off LP gas appliances and the LP ga...

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Page 23: ...y the coach battery The battery must be connected for the step to operate as described below The switches oper ate the step according to the following table IGNITION SWITCH POSITION OFF OFF ON ON STEP SWITCH POSITION ON OFF ON OFF ENTRY ASSIST HANDLE STEP POSITION ACTION Step extends and retracts with the opening and clos ing of the door Step is inactive Will not move re gardless of door movement ...

Page 24: ...n the cord slightly and move it about 45 degrees to either the left or right and lower the blind Stop the blind in mid travel by moving it back to the straight down position Re attach the retainers when traveling To adjust the angle Turn the adjusting rod either direc tion WOVEN WOOD SHADES IF EQUIPPED Woven wood shades may be fitted to some of your windows To raise Pull the cord straight down unt...

Page 25: ...l living The MAINTENANCE chapter in this manual outlines care requirements for the various upholstery fabrics floor cabinet and wall finishes Dinette Conversion To convert the dinette into a bed Unfasten and remove cushions Reach underthe table either remove leg or fold up under the table top Remove table filler panels Raise front portion of table several inches to disengage inserts from the wall ...

Page 26: ...the holding tanks may give a full reading when the tank is actually empty NOTE If the sensor probes mounted in the tanks get coated with grease the monitorpanel may indicate falsely or not at all Avoid pouring grease oils or similarsubstances down drains or the toilet If this is unavoidable the holding tank s should be washed out with a soapy water solution See your dealer for additional informati...

Page 27: ...nged continuous use a dehumidify ing appliance may be more comfortable and effective in removing excess moisture from the interior air While use of a dehumidifier is not a cure all and ventilation storm windows and moisture reduction continue to be important operation of the dehumidifier will reduce the amount of outside air needed for ventilation Heating load on the furnace will be reduced and th...

Page 28: ...d smoke detector is mounted on the wall in the living cooking area of your motor home Please read the smoke detector operating instructions for details on testing and caring for this important safety device Test the smoke detector after the motor home has been in storage before each trip and at least once a week during use The smoke detector should never be disabled due to nuisance or false alarm ...

Page 29: ... water hose to park or city water supply This will usually be a faucet or valve similar to your garden hose valve at home Potable water hoses are available at RV supply stores Run the city water supply for a few seconds to clear the line Turn OFF the supply Connect the hose to the inlet fitting Turn ON the supply Open all faucets and clear the lines Close faucets PLUMBING SYSTEMS Disconnect the ci...

Page 30: ...n line water filter on the inlet side of the water pump If you suspect a clogged filter it is easily removed and cleaned Inspect the filter after the first 90 days of use clean if necessary and inspect annually thereafter Loosen the clamp at the inlet end of the filter Pull the water line off the filter Unscrew the filter from the water pump Turn each end of the filter and pull apart Flush out and...

Page 31: ...ity as you travel A special filter is part of this system The filter cartridge is located in the cabinet under the galley sink Your Owner s Information Package contains detailed operat ing and maintenance instructions concerning this sys tem Please note that the special faucet at the galley is the only outlet for the filtered water Although filtered water is not available at the standard galley an...

Page 32: ...e to this fitting A protective cap should remain in place when you are not draining the tanks NOTE LOCAL OR STATE REGULATIONS MAY PROHIBIT HIGHWAY TRAVEL UNLESS THE HOLDING TANK OUTLETIS SECURELY CAPPED To drain the holding tanks Attach the sewer hose to the holding tank outlet Insert the end of the hose into the sewer or dump station inlet pushing it firmly far enough into the opening to be secur...

Page 33: ...l holding tank deodorant chemical approved for septic tank systems in the black water holding tank These chemicals aid the breakdown of solid wastes and make the system much more pleasant to use Do not put facial tissue paper ethylene glycol based or other automotive antifreeze sanitary napkins or household toilet cleaners in the hold ing tanks Do not put anything solid in either tank that could s...

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Page 35: ...or the refrigerator may draw small amounts of current even when turned OFP A relay operated disconnect system allows you to disconnect either the chassis battery or the coach battery or both Disconnecting the batteries will help reduce the likelihood of battery dis charge over long storage periods __ 29 ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS If you plan to store the motor home for over ten days press switch es to OFF...

Page 36: ...ecting booster leads or cables These actions and poor connections are a common cause of electrical arcs which can cause explosion Check and adjust the electrolyte level before charging Fill each cell to the indicator with distilled water Always remove vent caps before charging the battery Do not charge the battery at a rate that causes the electrolyte to spew out Auxilliary Start System The Auxill...

Page 37: ...0 volt circuit breakers and 12 volt fuses are located in the same compartment These devices inter rupt the power if the circuit is overloaded The 120 volt circuit breakers include a 30 amp main breaker and several smaller breakers for individual circuits If a circuit breaker is tripped look for an overload on the circuit then reset it by turning the breaker OFF and then turning it ON Do not try to...

Page 38: ...Y NEARBY VEHICLES OUTSIDE AIR MOVEMENTS CAN CARRY EXHAUST GASES INSIDE THE VE HICLE THROUGH WINDOWS OR OTHER OPENINGS REMOTE FROM THE GENERA TOR EXHAUST OPERATE THE GENERA TOR ONLY WHEN SAFE DISPERSION OF EXHAUST GASES CAN BE ASSURED AND MONITOR OUTSIDE CONDITIONS TO BE SURE THAT EXHAUST GASES CONTINUE TO BE DISPERSED SAFELY Be aware of exhaust gas carbon monoxide poisoning symptoms Refer to secti...

Page 39: ...liable they are often taken for granted Neglect can be a very dangerous habit If the system is maintained regularly you can expect almost trouble free operation ____________ 33 LPGAS SYSTEM WARNING LP GAS IS FLAMMABLE AND POTENTIALLY EXPLOSIVE USE PROPER HANDLING LIGHTING AND VENTILATING PROCE DURES 1 THE DISTINCTIVE ODOR OF LP GAS IN DICATES A LEAK IF YOU SMELL GAS DO NOTTOUCH ELECTRICALSWITCHES ...

Page 40: ...Y NEEDS REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT 12 IF YOU DO NOT HAVE THE SPECIAL TOOLS AND TRAINING NECESSARY DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR OR MODIFY LP GAS SYSTEM COMPONENTS 13 ALWAYS THINK SAFETY SYSTEM COMPONENTS Hoses The hoses used in your LP gas system meet UL or CSA requirements and are rated to withstand many times the pressures encountered in the system Although they are designed for efficient and trouble free...

Page 41: ...d by the LP gas service station if freeze up occurs _____________________ 35 4 Be sure you have the propergas blend foryour traveling area If you have the proper gas blend it is very unlikely that the gas is at fault If despite precaution you do experience freeze up ask your LP gas supplier to service the tank or regulator as required FILLING LP GAS TANKS To fill the chassis mounted storage tank d...

Page 42: ...TIGHT WHEN CLOSED BY HAND SEE AN LP GAS SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE LP LEAK DETECTOR A permanently installed LP gas leak detector is located near the floor The unit contains an alarm that will sound alerting you to the presence of low levels of potentially dangerous LP gas that may have been released due to a gas leak The unit will also disconnect the gas supply at the LP tank when it senses LP or simi...

Page 43: ... range The other appliances will then light more quickly We recommend lighting the pilot light at the range if equipped rather than individually lighting each burner This will help prevent accidental leaks at the burner Be sure the pilot light is extinguished while traveling The firsttime the furnace or oven is operated paints and oils used in its manufacture may generate some smoke and fumes If t...

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Page 45: ... direction To supply water heater with water turn lever parallel to pipe direction REFRIGERATOR Consult the operating instructions furnished in your Owner s Information Package Before operating the refrigerator when the motor home is parked make sure it is level If it is not level the refrigerant will not circulate cooling action will stop and the refrigeration system may be damaged The refrigerat...

Page 46: ... are in the Living with Your Motor Home chapter of this manual AIR CONDITIONER IF EQUIPPED The optional roof mounted air conditioner can operate only when the motor home is connected to 120 volt AC power from either a public utility or the generator Be sure to turn the air conditioner circuit breaker ON For best performance parkthe motorhome in the shade and close curtains Close doors and windows ...

Page 47: ...VEL WITH THE AN TENNA RAISED NOTE The antenna boosterpowersupplymust be turned off to prevent battery drain A red indicator light will glow when the unit is on 41 TV Ghosts And FM Flutter The television and radio systems in your motor home have been chosen to provide good performance under many varied signal conditions OccaSionally though you may experience distortion i e ghosts on TV or flutter w...

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Page 49: ...ng can take the form of chalking fading and yellowing The best insurance against these effects is routine maintenance If the finish is not washed and waxed thoroughly the surface can deteriorate very rapidly The following maintenance guidelines can help you reduce these weathering effects 43 MAINTENANCE 1 Wash the exterior with a mild soap monthly at least Avoid strong alkaline cleaners and abra s...

Page 50: ...ork for you Your dealer also has current information on sealants used in your motor home and can recommend the appropriate sealants for you if you prefer to do this work yourself Always use the recommended sealants Door Y indow l Roof Component And lVIolding Hesealing Inspect the sealants around windows and doors at least every three months Also inspect roof vents other roof components moldings at...

Page 51: ...tilled vinegar mild dishwasher detergent or liquid deodoriz ing cleaner Avoid cleaners with any level of abrasives acetone or MEK methyl ethyl ketone Floors And Carpeting Vinyl flooring requires only washing and periodic wax ing Vacuum carpeting regularly and clean it with a quality carpet cleaner Do not use water or waxes mixed with water on wood floor 45 Engine Access The top of the engine may b...

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Page 53: ... toilet and fresh water tank D Turn off water pump and water heater master switches D Turn off LP gas at tank valve D Turn off refrigerator and furnace ______________________ 47 MOTOR HOME STORAGE D Turn off all range and oven burner valves and pilot valves if equipped D Remove all perishables from refrigerator and galley cabinets Block refrigerator open to reduce odor buildup An open box or tray ...

Page 54: ...periods exceed 60 days Follow the additive manufacturer s instruc tions Operate the vehicle regularly during the storage period to mix and circulate the anti oxidant agent throughout the fuel system D Check tire inflation pressures every 30 days Maintain maximum rated cold inflation pressure D Check the sealant around all roof and body seams and windows Reseal if necessary See Sealant Renewal sect...

Page 55: ... WITH THE ANTIFREEZE ______________________ 49 WARNING DO NOT USE AUTOMOTIVE OR WIND SHIELD WASHER ANTIFREEZE IN THE MOTOR HOME WATER SYSTEM THESE SOLUTIONS MAY BE HARMFUL IF SWAL LOWED D Close holding tank drain valves D Pourapproximately five gallons of approved non toxic antifreeze into the fresh water tank D Turn the water pump master switch ON D Open each cold waterfaucet run the water pump a...

Page 56: ...ure engine instruments indicate proper read ings Run engine up to operating temperature Shut engine down Check all fluids Top up if necessary o During engine run check the operation of head lights tail lights turn signals backup lights clear ance lights license plate light emergency flash ers Operate the vehicle air conditioner If air conditioner does not work or unusual sounds occur have the syst...

Page 57: ...round all roof and body seams and windows Reseal if necessary See Sealant Renewal section _51 D Lubricate all exterior locks hinges and latches D Reinstall windshield wiper blades Check wiper washer operation D Wash and wax the exterior Inspect the body for scratches or other damage Touch up or repair as necessary Flush the underside thoroughly D Run thorough operational checks of steering brakes ...

Page 58: ... CO and smoke detec tors and GFI receptacles Service appliances and equipment refrigerator roof air conditioner furnace generator Inspect generator exhaust system Inspect LPG system including leak check Sanitize fresh water tank Clean drapes and interior fabrics Check exterior lamp operation Re torque U bolts Mor Ryde equipped only Chassis Fire Extinguisher Inspection Smoke Detector Operation LPG ...

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