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Summary of Contents for Southwind 1995

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Page 5: ...I 1995...

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Page 7: ...description in writing of the problem and attempts made to resolve it MANUFACTURING PLANT OBLIGATIONS Upon receipt of notice of a claim where the dealer was unable or unwilling to resolve the problem...

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Page 9: ...ional 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 RESPI...

Page 10: ...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...

Page 11: ...And Controlling Condensation 22 Fire Safety 23 Fire Safety Precautions 23 Smoke Detector 24 Tire Replacement 11 If You Get a Flat Tire 11 Changing a Flat Tire 11 Towing a Vehicle 12 Seats and Seat Be...

Page 12: ...as System Walls And Ceiling Panels 51 At Low Temperatures 40 Bathtub And Plastic Shower Stall 51 Filling LP Gas Tanks 41 Floors And Carpeting 51 LP Gas System Leak Checks 41 Engine Access 51 LP Leak D...

Page 13: ...nted in this manual In this manual statements preceded by the following words are of special significance WARNING means that there is the possibility of personal injury to yourself and others 1 INTROD...

Page 14: ...rises Inc Motor Home Division Service P O Box 7638 Riverside CA 92513 7638 Please include the brand name and serial number of your motor home The serial number is located on the identification tag nex...

Page 15: ...on Some item orfeatures described in ihis manual may not apply to all body configurations Some states or provinces may restrict the travel of vehicles over 96 inches wide Contact your travel club or t...

Page 16: ...RIVER S CONTROLS o o CHEVROLET INSTRUMENT CLUSTER o 0L ________________ 10 o fORD INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 000 00000 o r ________ J OSHKOSH I J INSTRUMENT Ct UST R I Push BuHon 1 18 CHEVROLET CHASSIS FORD C...

Page 17: ...side The RECIRC mode may be used when you desire faster cooling or heating or if outside air is unusually dusty or odorous Air Flow Control Buttons Selects oullet for the delivered air VENT Air is del...

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Page 19: ...passengers all cargo fluids etc plus the weight of any fully loaded towed load such as a trailer boat or automobile The Gross Combined Weight Rating GCWR is listed on the wardrobe door tag Exceeding...

Page 20: ...e is being designed the number and size of storage compart ments the liquid tank capacities and number of belted seating positions are maximized for value and conve nience lf you fill all liquid tanks...

Page 21: ...adjust or remove the load How To Weigh Your Loaded Motor Home With ATrailer or Other Towed Load 1 Center the front wheels on the scale platform and take a reading This is the front Gross Axle Weight R...

Page 22: ...ems in a readily accessible location Include a fire extinguisher tools first aid kit rain gear flashlight highway warning devices and an electric cord with light WARNING DO NOT STORE OR CARRY LP GAS C...

Page 23: ...G TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY ANDIOR PROPERTY DAMAGE IF A BLOWOUT OR OTHER TIRE DAMAGE OCCURS OBTAIN EXPERT TIRE SERVICE HELP DO NOT AT TEMPT TO CHANGE THE TIRE YOURSELF WARNING TRUCK WHEELS AND TIRES AR...

Page 24: ...the shoulder belt is snug against the chest the knees are straight forward For your safety your vehicle has combination lap and shoulder belts for the driver and front seat passenger and lap belts wit...

Page 25: ...ACH OF THE RESTRAINT MANUFACTURER S IN STRUCTIONS COULD INCREASETHE RISK OR SEVERITY OF AN INJURY INTHE EVENT OF A COLLISION OR SUDDEN STOP SAFETY BELTS AND SEATS CAN BECOME HOTIN AVEHICLETHAT HAS BEE...

Page 26: ...verhead clear ances of over passes 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...

Page 27: ...EL CAP ROTATE SLOWLY ONLY FAR ENOUGH TO ALLOW PRESSURE TO RELEASE AFTER HISS ING SOUND STOPS COMPLETE THE RE MOVAL OFTHE CAP 15 To protect the fuel system from excessive pressure or vacuum or from sud...

Page 28: ...emory After this period the transmission will shift normally Referto the Allison Operator s Manual in your Owner s Information Package CARBON MONOXIDE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Carbon monoxide is a colorless...

Page 29: ...the operating instructions included in your Owner s Information Pack age EMERGENCY TOWING The only safe and approved towing methods are either an under reach wheel lift device as installed on a minim...

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Page 31: ...e connected for the step to operate as described below The switches operate the step according to the following table IGNITION STEP STEP SWITCH SWITCH POSITIONI POSITION POSITION ACTION OFF ON Step ex...

Page 32: ...lustration and slide it down A slight upward pressure on the bottom ofthe shade may help to relieve tension on cord STORAGE Exterior Compartments Exterior storage compartments maximize available space...

Page 33: ...between the sofa back and seat 21 To restore the sofa Pull the seat belts back up through the space Lift the front edge of the sofa frame up and push it back The sofa back will come up Push the sofa...

Page 34: ...r for additional information To check the battery charge 1 Unplug the 120 volt AC power cord to turn the power converter off 2 Press BATTERY rocker switch on the panel 3 Turn on a light or any 12 volt...

Page 35: ...ation Heating load on the furnace will be reduced and the interior will be less drafty 23 FIRE SAFETY The hazard and possibility of fire exists in all areas of life and the recreational life style is...

Page 36: ...t safety device Test the smoke detector afterthe 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 fals...

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Page 39: ...k 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 second...

Page 40: ...er from the water pump Turn each end of the filter and pull apart Flush out and clean screen Reverse procedure to install Operate the water pump and check for leaks Troubleshooting The Fresh Water Sys...

Page 41: ...etailed operating and maintenance instructions concerning this system Please note that the special faucet at the galley is the only outlet for the filtered water Although filtered water is not availab...

Page 42: ...on fitting that locks onto the outlet with a clockwise twist Clamp the sewer drain hose to this fitting A protective cap should remain in place when you are not draining the tanks NOTE LOCAL ORSTATERE...

Page 43: ...se in septic tank or RV sanitation systems 31 Use a special holding tank deodorant chemical approved for septic tank systems in the black water holding tank These chemicals aid the breakdown of solid...

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Page 45: ...en turned OFF A relay operated disconnect system allows you to disconnect either the chassis battery or the coach battery or both Discon necting the batteries will help reduce the likelihood of batter...

Page 46: ...indicator with distilled water Always remove vent caps beforechargingthe battery Do not charge the battery at a rate that causes the electrolyte to spew out Selecting A Replacement Battery When the b...

Page 47: ...y 20 amp service is available current load management must be done manually by the owner and only one air conditiner can be operated at one time SOLAR PANEL If Installed 35 The solar charging panel in...

Page 48: ...tand the generator operating mainte nance and safety instructions furnished in your Owner s Information Package Do not smoke or use an open flame near the generator unit or fuel tank WARNING DO NOT PL...

Page 49: ...SOURCE TO A GEN ERAL RESIDENTIAL OR INDUSTRIAL UTIL ITY LINE THIS IS ILLEGAL AND MAYCAUSE SHOCK OR ELECTROCUTION TO POWER LINE UTILITY PERSONNEL ATTEMPTING TO REPAIR POWER LINES ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WIR...

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Page 51: ...ion 39 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 INDI CATES A LEAK IF YOU SMELL GAS D...

Page 52: ...re designed for efficient and trouble free use they can deteriorate from impurities in the air The average life of LP hoses is two to three years Consequently check the hoses for weather checking or o...

Page 53: ...fill the tank yourself WARNING TURN OFF LP GAS MAIN VALVE BEFORE FILLING LP GAS TANK OR ENTERING AN LP GAS BULK PLANT OR MOTOR FUEL SERVICE STATION TURN OFF ALL PILOT LIGHTS AND APPLIANCES INDIVIDUALL...

Page 54: ...Procedure Hold a butane fueled pocket lighter nearthe sensor Open the lighter valve without striking the flame The leak detector should respond within a few seconds Press the silence button to reset t...

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Page 57: ...ood or drinks in high outside temperatures precool the food and park the motor home with the refrigerator vent door in the shade Once the interior of the refrigerator is cool the refrigeration system...

Page 58: ...er ON NOTE Your motor home is equipped with a ceiling ducted air conditioning system Each roof mounted airconditioneris connected to its own duct system and is independent of the other air conditioner...

Page 59: ...addition TV and radio frequency interference results from the electromagnetic fields produced by electric arc discharge This arcing is found in lightning vehicle igni tion systems and in 12 volt DC br...

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Page 61: ...can deteriorate very rapidly The following maintenance guidelines can help you reduce these weathering effects 1 When the motor home is not in use keep the fiberglass surfaces out of the sun or cover...

Page 62: ...intain the weath erproof integrity of your motor home NOTE Failure to seal could cause serious damage and will affectyour warranty coverage Your dealer can perlorm the resealing inspection and work fo...

Page 63: ...g and periodic wax ing Vacuum carpeting regularly and clean it with a 51 quality carpet cleaner Do not use water or waxes mixed with water on wood floor Engine Access The top of the engine may be acce...

Page 64: ...12 Bedroom reading lamps GE 1383 12V Interior 120 volt Bedroom table lamps GE 3 Way 120V Bathroom vanity lamp 40W G16CL 120V Exterior STANDARD Headlight halogen high low beam GE H9004 12V Turn signal...

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Page 67: ...e D Turn off refrigerator and furnace D Turn off all range and oven burner valves and pilot valves if equipped D D LJ n D D D D D D D D D 55 MOTOR HOME STORAGE Remove all perishables from refrigerator...

Page 68: ...te the vehicle regu larly 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 in...

Page 69: ...water pump master switch ON D Open each cold water faucet run the water pump and let about a cup of antifreeze solu tion flow continuously through each faucet Close each cold water faucet D Flush the...

Page 70: ...light emergency technician flashers Operate the vehicle air conditioner If J Inspect and clean the interior airconditionerdoesnotwork orunusual sounds occur have the system checked by a qualified 0 Ch...

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Page 73: ...P CO and smoke detectors and GFI receptacles Service appliances and equipment refrigerator roof air conditioner furnace generator Inspect generator exhaust system Inspect LPG system including leak che...

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