Fleetwood Flair 1997 Owner'S Manual Download

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Summary of Contents for Flair 1997

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Page 3: ...sibility of the owner as normal maintenance unless required as a direct result of repair or replacement of a defective part under this warranty If a problem occurs which the owner believes is covered...

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Page 5: ...r atmosphere WARNING This product is manufac tured with a urea formalde hyde resin and will release small quantities of formalde hyde Formaldehyde levels in the indoor air can cause temporary eye and...

Page 6: ...d gas flow which can cause fire or explosion A properly filled con tainer will contain approximately 80 percent of its volume as liquid LP gas The following label has been placed in the vehicle near t...

Page 7: ...pecially important that cooking appliances not be used for comfort heating as the dan ger of asphyxiation is greater when the appliance is used for long periods of time SAFETY REGULATIONS REGARDING LP...

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Page 9: ...l SOME DEfiNiTioNS FiR5T O l TowiNq A VEHiclE OR TRAiIER O CARRyiNq CAPACiTy ANd LOAd DisTRibuTioN 0 4 CARRyiNq CAPAciTY 0 5 How TO WEiqH YOUR LOAdEd MOTOR HOME WiTHOUT A TRAilER OR OTHER TowEd LOAd...

Page 10: ...SPEEd ENGiNE FAN O 19 ExhAUST SYSTEM HEAT O 19 ENGiNE TEMPERATURE GAUGES O 19 CARbON MONoxidE SAfETY PRECAUTioNS 0 20 CARbON MONOxidE DETECTOR 0 21 EMERGENCY TowiNG 0 21 ATTAC iNG ACCESSORiES TO YOUR...

Page 11: ...lUMbiNG SySTEMS 05 1 FRESIi WATER SYSTEM 05 1 CiTY WATER CONNECTioN 05 1 FilliNq TltE WATER TANk 05 2 WATER PUMp 05 WATER FilrER 05 4 TRoublESltooTiNq TltE FRESIt WATER SYSTEM 05A LEAks 05 4 SANiTiziN...

Page 12: ...06 7 GENERATOR OpERATioN 06 7 GENERATOR OPEIIATiNq SAFETY PRECAUTioNS 06 7 ElECTRicAl SYSTEM WiRiNG 06 9 LP GAS SySTEM 0 1 LP GAS SAfETY PRECAUTioNS 07 2 SYSTEM COMpONENTS 07 4 HOSES 07 4 LP GAS REqU...

Page 13: ...NANCE 09 1 EXTERioR 09 1 SmiNs 09 2 WiNdows DOORS VENfS ANd Locks 09 RubbER Roof SYSTEM 09 CIEANiNq 09 CARE 09 4 SEAIANf RENEWAl 09 4 DOOR WiNdow RooF COMPONENf ANd MoldiNq REsEAIiNq 09 5 INTERioR 09...

Page 14: ...RAGE C EcklisTS 10 1 SHORT TERM STORAqE 10 1 LONq TERM STORAqE 10 WiNTERiZATioN 10 5 WATER SYSTEM WiNTERiziNq 10 5 REACTivATiNG T E MOTOR HOME AfTER STORAGE 10 7 GlOSSARY FlAill CopYlliql1T 1996 flEET...

Page 15: ...in the Owner s Information Package and Chassis Operator s Manual This information outlines important areas of maintenance and provides a maintenance schedule for you to follow for safe trouble free se...

Page 16: ...ell as the rights and obligations of the dealer and manufacturer Please read this section careful ly You will be better informed in case you have a warranty related problem and your dealer will be bet...

Page 17: ...responsible for performing a complete predelivery inspection of the chassis and all motor home components as specified in the predelivery checklists sup plied by the motor home and chassis manufactur...

Page 18: ...rts are not satisfactory please send a letter describing the circumstances to Fleetwood Enterprises Inc Motor Home Division PO Box 7638 Riverside CA 92513 7638 Please include the brand name and serial...

Page 19: ...ers always have the model and serial numbers available Appliance identificationnumbers will be found on tags or plates attached to the appliance Chassis component engine transmission axles etc identi...

Page 20: ...portation Washington DC 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline This package contains valuable documents about your motor home and its equipment and sys...

Page 21: ...D VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION FLEETWOOD MOTOR HOMES OF INC INCOMPLETE VEHICLE MFD BY DATE OF INC VEH MFR GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING GAWR FRONT WITH TIRES AT GAWR INTERMEDIATE WITH TIRES AT GAWR REAR WITH...

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Page 24: ...DRivER S CONTROls H 000 FlAill CopYlliql1T 1996 flEETWood ENTEllPlliSES INC AlIlliqllTS IIESEIIVEd i...

Page 25: ...pressor 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...

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Page 27: ...eight terms We ll use abbreviations in our discussion These terms are GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating means the maximum permissible weight of this motor home The GVWR is equal to or greater than the...

Page 28: ...of this motor home as built at the facto ry with full fuel engine oil and coolants The UVW does not include cargo fresh water LP gas occupants or dealer installed accessories NCC Net Carrying Capacit...

Page 29: ...he carrying capacity tag Heavier towed loads can cause braking problems damage the motor home structure or drive train cause unstable driving or han dling characteristics and restrict your coverage un...

Page 30: ...rly distributed your motor home will handle better and you as the driver will be more confident and comfortable If your motor home is improperly loaded driving will be more uncomfortable and much of y...

Page 31: ...UVW Unloaded Vehicle Weight means the weight of this motor home as built at the factory with full fuel engine oil and coolants The UVW does not include cargo fresh water LP gas occupants or dealer in...

Page 32: ...n the attendant will guide you through the correct positioning of the motor home on the scales 1 Center the front wheels on the scale platform and take a reading This is the front Gross Axle Weight Re...

Page 33: ...g capacity tag Fill in the chart to aid in comparing weights If any readings are higher than the rating you will have to adjust or remove the load MOTOR HOME READINGS from tags GVWR MOTOR HOME Front G...

Page 34: ...g 1 I 2 Center the entire motor home so that only the motor home is being weighed Leave the towed load hitched to the motor home but resting off of the scale Reading 2 I I How TO WEIGH YOUR LOADED MOT...

Page 35: ...2 This is the rear Gross Axle Weight Compare the readings taken on the scales to the weight rat ings on the Federal certification tag and carrying capacity tag Fill in the chart on page 03 7 to aid in...

Page 36: ...move during travel thereby shifting the load Do not load heavy items near either end ofthe motor home or on the bumpers Adjust cargo storage to keep the side to side wheel loads as equal as possible F...

Page 37: ...tire sec tion in your Chassis Operator s Manual for information on maintenance and tire care The proper inflation pressures are stated on the Federal Certification Tag located on the sidewall near th...

Page 38: ...ormal driving you may experience a flat tire Summon professional help through your auto club travel service or a local truck ser vice facility Your motor home is not equipped with a jack or other lift...

Page 39: ...and your passengers including pregnant women wear safety belts Be sure that lap belts fit snugly and as low as possible around the hips If safety belts are not used properly the risk of you or your p...

Page 40: ...safety restraints for children If small children less than four years old and under 40 pounds ride in your vehicle you must put them in safety seats that are made specially for children Safety belts a...

Page 41: ...eatback in the fully upright posi tion When the seatback is not fully upright there is a greater risk that the child will slide under the safety belt and be seriously injured in a collision Use a safe...

Page 42: ...ter side surface area it is more easily affected by cross winds Allow extra distances for passing and stopping does not apply to diesel powered vehicles and drive at a moderate speed particularly in t...

Page 43: ...dling your vehicle off road is unavoidable Be aware that combustible materials could catch fire from the vehicle s hot exhaust system Avoid driving your vehicle through or over combustible materials s...

Page 44: ...with the correct fuel for their location and seasonal conditions Sometimes though fuel blended for winter is supplied dur ing summer months Vapor lock occurs when gasoline vaporizes and vapor pockets...

Page 45: ...shields are built into your motor home to protect wiring and other components from possible heat damage caused by the exhaust system Do not remove these shields modify the exhaust system or add addit...

Page 46: ...sure that engine exhaust does not enter the interior and you would not be alert to exhaust odors or symptoms of car bon monoxide poisoning Do not operate an engine with a damaged exhaust system Check...

Page 47: ...on tow truck chassis or a flat bed trailer Most tow truck operators willing and able to tow motor homes will be famil iar with these devices Be prepared to give the tow truck operator at least the fol...

Page 48: ...p port after market accessories not specifically designed for use on or in your motor home Please consult with your dealer before attempting to install or mount accessories on the sidewalls of your mo...

Page 49: ...oor ON ON Step extends and retracts with opening and closing of door ON OFF Step extends and retracts with opening and closing of door The first time the door is opened after ignition switch is turned...

Page 50: ...channel and overflows check the weep slots for debris and obstructions These windows are equipped with red handles or latches The emergency exit window provides an emergency means of escape if the mo...

Page 51: ...Pull straight down on cord and release at desired height It is not necessary to pull the cord io one side or the other to secure blind To lower mini blind Pull straight down on the cord slightly and...

Page 52: ...or better weight distribution Pack articles carefully in the storage compartments to mini mize shifting If necessary use straps to prevent movement Be sure liquid containers are capped and cannot tip...

Page 53: ...table several inches to disengage inserts from the wall supports 4 Lower table top to the dinette frame to complete bed base 5 Slide seat and back cushion into place over bed base To convert a sofa i...

Page 54: ...are located in the galley and bathroom areas for fresh air circulation and exhausting heat odors and water vapor Turn the crank in the center of the vent to open and adjust Some vents may also be equi...

Page 55: ...el electrical signal traveling through the liquid Some water may not conduct the signal properly This con dition may be infrequent but can exist Check the panel reading when the fresh water tank is fi...

Page 56: ...tion of the air and the appearance of visible moisture espe cially in cold weather Just as moisture collects on the outside of a glass of cold water during humid weather moisture can condense on the...

Page 57: ...soaking the carpet Avoid drying over coats or other clothes inside the motor home Ventilate closets and cabinets During prolonged use in very cold weather leave cabinet and closet doors partially ope...

Page 58: ...sted Fire extinguishers are pressurized mechanical devices They must be handled with care and treated with respect They must be maintained as outlined in any maintenance instruc tions provided with th...

Page 59: ...the fire and risk involved before trying to put it out If the fire is major or is fuel fed move away from the side of the LP gas tank stand clear of the vehicle and wait for the fire department or oth...

Page 60: ...age before each trip and at least once a week during use The smoke detector should never be disabled due to nuisance or false alarm from cooking smoke a dusty furnace etc Ventilate your motor home wit...

Page 61: ...on some models only 2 Connect one end of a potable 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 ava...

Page 62: ...the top vent your tank is overfilled Stop filling After filling the tank replace vent plug and filler cap Avoid leaving water in the tank when the motor home is not in use Turn the water pump OFF befo...

Page 63: ...d periods without damage A 20 amp fuse at the converter panel protects the pump circuit See Electrical Systems chapter Turn the pump master switch ON to pressurize the system When a faucet is opened a...

Page 64: ...lems of neglect usu ally stem from failure to clean filters improper winterization and poor battery maintenance Most water system problems can be avoided by conscientious maintenance Vibration flexing...

Page 65: ...usehold liquid chlorine bleach 5 sodium hypochlorite to one gallon of water for each 15 gallons of tank capacity 2 Close drain valves and faucets pour chlorine solution into the fresh water tank fille...

Page 66: ...e The system is trapped and vented to prevent waste gases from backing up into the motor home The drain plumbing is made ofABS plastic and is durable and resistant to most chemicals The holding tanks...

Page 67: ...re at least Y full If necessary fill the tanks with water to Y full This provides sufficient water to allow complete flushing of waste material into the sewer line During extended or semi permanent ho...

Page 68: ...ank is empty push the handle in to close the valve Run enough water into the tank to cover the bottom This will aid the break up of solid wastes 4 To drain the grey water tank repeat the steps above u...

Page 69: ...ic 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...

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Page 71: ...found in the l2 volt power leads on the related equipment and accessories All 12 volt lighting fixtures convenience outlets 12 volt powered vents fresh water pump and 12 volt accessories are included...

Page 72: ...ean the battery 1 Wash it with a diluted solution of baking soda and water to neutralize any acid present 2 Then flush with clean water Foaming around terminals or on top of the battery is normal acid...

Page 73: ...d while you are connected to 120 volt power through the converter charger circuit Do not break live circuits at the terminals of the battery Use care when connecting or disconnecting booster leads or...

Page 74: ...n the front roof air conditioner duct will light up to indicate a trickle charge This system provides grounded electrical service for appli ances such as air conditioners TV microwave ovens etc The 12...

Page 75: ...The RESET button should pop out indicating that the protected circuit has been disconnected 2 If the RESET button does not pop out when the test button is pushed a loss of ground fault protection is...

Page 76: ...ype or amperage rating Your motor home may be equipped with a gasoline or LP gas powered generator which will provide complete electri cal self containment when regular public utility AC power is unav...

Page 77: ...your Owner s Information Package Do not smoke or use an open flame near the generator unit or fuel tank Do not use generator ventilating air for heating any inte rior living space Ventilating air can...

Page 78: ...not use the generator as an emergency power source to a general resi dential or industrial utility line This is illegal and may cause shock or elec trocution to power line utility personnel attempt in...

Page 79: ...rams In certain situations specific wiring dia grams may be available to help troubleshoot a problem If you need specific wiring information please contact your dealer Complete wiring diagrams are not...

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Page 81: ...motor home floor LP gas is stored as a liquid under pressure and vaporizes under the control of a pressure regulator A typical LP gas tank installation is illustrated below Although specific details...

Page 82: ...als Shut off the gas supply at the tank valve s or gas supply connection Open the door and leave the area until the odor clears Have the gas system checked by a professional and the cause of the leak...

Page 83: ...ling of motor fuel tanks and or LP gas containers When not individu ally turned off automatic ignition appliances may continue to spark when LP gas is turned off at the container 9 Do not fill LP gas...

Page 84: ...onstantly breathing it is equipped with a vent It is very important that the vent stays clean and free from obstruction Clogging from corrosion dirt insect nests or other debris is the most common cau...

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Page 86: ...is totally moisture free before it is filled If you are not sure have an LP service station inject an approved antifreeze or de icer into the tank 2 Be sure the tank is not overfilled This is also a...

Page 87: ...gas on This may indi cate a leak The first time you have your LP tank filled have the service man bleed a little LP gas out of the small outage valve this also lets you check that the bottle is not ov...

Page 88: ...m Travel and road shocks may have caused damage to the system that you will need to repair before using the appliances Keep the tank valve closed and turn off all appliances if the unit is not being u...

Page 89: ...econds 4 Press the silence button to reset the alarm 5 Lightly fan the area around the detector to insure complete dispersion of the gas from the lighter and to prevent another sounding of the alarm 6...

Page 90: ...ting 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 travelin...

Page 91: ...motor home Turn on the hot water faucet at the galley sink If water flows continuously the heater is full FlAiR CopYRiqln 1996 FLEETWood ENfEflPRisES INC All Riqlns RESERVEd t l NOTE The individual ap...

Page 92: ...the refrigerant will not circulate cooling action will stop and the refrigeration system may be damaged The refrigerator uses the absorption principle of operation If you plan to cool food or drinks...

Page 93: ...of the vehicle Proper ventilation when using the cooking appliances will prevent the dangers of asphyxiation Refer to Lighting LP Gas Appliances section in the LP Gas System chapter of this manual The...

Page 94: ...ated in an overhead storage cabinet If the generator is running either or both air conditioners can be operated together Turn the rotary switch to position 1 or 2 and turn the air conditioner unit s O...

Page 95: ...is conception An antenna does not pull a signal out of air by virtue of its power The antenna only responds to signals present at the antenna elements Antennas with boosters only amplify these signals...

Page 96: ...able Eventually the sig nal will be overcome by the interference The following sug gestions can improve reception Use the park cable TV antenna system of your RV in remote areas rather than the roof a...

Page 97: ...equired and how they are designed to work together Always refer to the compo nent manufacturer s installation operation information before installing or operating a satellite TVRO system in your motor...

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Page 99: ...ervice and maintenance informa tion for the motor home Detailed service and maintenance information may be found in the owner s operator s manuals contained in the Owner s Information Package While th...

Page 100: ...and waxes are recommended for use on only certain types of surfaces In some cases a light rubbing compound may be required Always follow rub bing compound with a high quality wax Stains are generally...

Page 101: ...or home is located at a beach or is exposed to salt air more fre quent lubrication may be required For normal cleaning standard household detergents or cleansers may be used Use a non abrasive common...

Page 102: ...terproof under sus tain d effects of weather and vibration However even the finest materials will eventually dry out and lose their effec tiveness under constant heat of the sun and attack by other el...

Page 103: ...y cleaned only Frequent vacuuming will keep them free of dust and dirt Minor spills should be cleaned up quickly to avoid staining The affected area should be blotted not rubbed to prevent the stain f...

Page 104: ...warm water or a clear window cleaner solution Do not scrub the surface or use large amounts of water which could saturate the material Simply spray or apply the solution to the spot and blot with a c...

Page 105: ...d ENTERPRisES INC All Riqlifs RESERVEd MAiNTENANCE ENGINE ACCESS WARNING When installing the engine cover be sure the cover is fully seated on the gasket seal and secured by the cover screws or clamps...

Page 106: ...ire extinguisher LP CO and smoke detectors and GFI receptacles Service appliances and equipment refrigerator roof air conditioner furnace generator Inspect generator exhaust system Inspect LPG system...

Page 107: ...lean the i terior of the motor home including carpets counter tops lavy tub and shower and galley 1 J Inflate tires to maximum rated cold pressure 01 Park the motor home as level as possible front to...

Page 108: ...lation If the motor home is being stored below freez ing close and cover all vents to prevent entry of snow or small animals and insects 01 Close and lock all windows Be sure vent fan and range hood f...

Page 109: ...or home D Charge and remove both the vehicle and auxiliary bat teries Store them in a cool dry place and check the charge and water level every 30 days For batteries with non removable vent caps check...

Page 110: ...e gasoline fuel stabilizers may be added when ever actual or expected storage periods exceed 60 days Follow the additive manufacturer s instructions Operate the vehicle regularly during the storage pe...

Page 111: ...he system to the lowest expected storage temperature or at least 20 F 01 Service and winterize the generator if equipped as outlined in the generator operating manual included in your Owner s Informat...

Page 112: ...L water from ALL plumbing fixtures has 1 been drained o Close holding tank drain valves Pour approximately five gallons of approved non toxic antifreeze into the fresh water tank I J Turn the water pu...

Page 113: ...h antifreeze be m sure to open and operate all fixtures and valves allow ing the antifreeze solution to flow freely 01 Pour one cup of antifreeze solution down each drain I JInstall all protective cap...

Page 114: ...Reinflate to specified cold pressure 01 Remove covering from inside windows 01 Open vents and windows for ventilation o Be sure engine instruments indicate proper readings Run engine up to operating...

Page 115: ...ge hood fan 01 Inspect the 120 volt electrical system power cord converter all outlets and any exposed wiring If defects are found refer service to your dealer or an authorized Fleetwood Service Cente...

Page 116: ...wiper blades Check wiper washer operation o Wash and wax the exterior Inspect the body for scratches or other damage Touch up or repair as necessary Flush the underside thoroughly I JRun thorough oper...

Page 117: ...his is the operating and maintenance manual supplied by the chassis manufacturer It is part of your Owner s Information Package It contains information on operating and maintaining the engine transmis...

Page 118: ...ipped towed unit is listed in the Chassis Operator s Manual Exceeding the GCWR will cause damage to your motor home drivetrain or chassis unstabie driving and handling characteristics and will reduce...

Page 119: ...n passing or being passed MONiTOR PANEl An electronic device that allows you to conveniently measure the approximate levels in the fresh water gray and black water tanks You can also check the charge...

Page 120: ...park or campsite PREdElivERY INSPECTioN This is the procedure required by the motor home manufacturer that your dealer performs before you take delivery of the motor home at the time of sale ROAdsidE...

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