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Summary of Contents for 1981 ARROW

Page 1: ...TIOGA ARRO 1981...

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Page 3: ...uirements for quality and safety Compliance with these standards is indicated by the seal attached just outside the entry door This seal is the outward sign of internal quality The motor home has been...

Page 4: ...fidence In this manual statements preceded by the following words are of special significance WARNING means that there is the pos sibility of personal injury to yourself and others CAUTION means that...

Page 5: ...ull Out Gaucho Beds 11 Storage 11 Condensation and Ventilation 12 PLUMBING 13 Fresh Water 13 External Water Supply 13 Filling Fresh Water Supply 13 Troubleshooting Water System 14 Sanitizing Water Tan...

Page 6: ...MAINTENANCE 25 Interior Cleaning 25 Windows 26 Locksets and Latches 26 Plumbing 26 Exterior Care 27 Fire Safety 28...

Page 7: ...hould contact the MANUFACTURING PLANT at the address listed below and provide the manufacturer with a description in writing of the problem and attempts made to resolve it MANUFACTURING PLANT OBLIGATI...

Page 8: ...ce vent 12 Hot water heater access 13 Generator access door 5 14 Refrigerator vent 15 Roof rack and ladder l U 16 Spare tire AllllC W 17 Tail turn signal emergency flasher lights 18 Sewer hose carrier...

Page 9: ...lv Consult maps and guidebooks Become aWare oeforehand of road conditions campsite availability or other circumstances BE SURE ALL EQUIPMENT IS SERVICED AND READY FOR TRAVEL Check the following items...

Page 10: ...o exceed axle loads and overall vehicle loads for which it was designed If in doubt weigh the vehicle at a public scale See paragraph on WEIGHING h Check that accessories such as a sewer hose with the...

Page 11: ...es of every size used in the vehicle See Electrical System Owner s Information Kit Take the time before leaving to become familiar with the instrument control panel and the operation of all items in 3...

Page 12: ...4 Keep the Chassis Operator s Manual provided in your Owner s Information Kit in the glove compartment It contains valuable reference information...

Page 13: ...that the vehicle be kept as level as possible 1 Run thefront wheels onto the scale platform and obtain a reading This first value is the front axle Gross Axle Weight 2 Next place the entire vehicle bo...

Page 14: ...ty belts should not be occupied while vehicle is in motion and will be labeled THIS SEAT NOT TO BE OCCUPIED WHILE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION PASSENGERS SHOULD NOT BE ALLOWED TO RIDE IN THE CAB OVER BED AREA...

Page 15: ...eed and will help avoid overheating the brakes Allow for the extra height of your motor home and avoid areas having low overhead clearance Check for low hanging tree branches or other obstructions whe...

Page 16: ...ination of heater and defroster controls 12 VOLT FUSE REPLACEMENT If part of your vehicle electrical system should fail while on the road check the replacement circuit fuses located in the automotive...

Page 17: ...down until engine is running and the ALTERNATO R indicator on the instrument panel shows that the engine is charging the battery 3 Release EMERGENCY START button and operate motor home in a normal man...

Page 18: ...Battery There is an auxiliary 12 volt battery to provide living area power requirements Service this battery when fueling or servicing other vehicle systems In most models the auxiliary battery will b...

Page 19: ...provided 5 Place table top in position to complete base for bed 6 Slide seat and back cushion into place over bed area PULL OUT GAUCHm BEDS To convert a pUll out or Gaucho seat into a bed proceed as f...

Page 20: ...excessive I high humidity can cause warp rot mildew paint failure and I staining of wood work or walls Moisture on windows shows that you have a tightly con structed motor home It also means that mois...

Page 21: ...e inlet and to the city water supply line 4 Turn on city water supply faucet 5 Let the water run a few minutes with your supply line attached to clean the lines Use the following procedure to disconne...

Page 22: ...y using a chlorine solution followed by clear water rinses 1 Prepare a chlorine solution by adding Yo cup 60 ml of liquid household chlorine base bleach solution to one gallon 3 8 potable drinking qua...

Page 23: ...any water in the drain then remove the protective cap from the drain outlet by turning it firmly counter clockwise 4 Place the plastic termination fitting over the motor home drain outlet and secure...

Page 24: ...sanitary napkins or household tcilet cleaners in your holding tank DON T put anything solid in your holding tank which can scratch or damage the plastic WINTERIZING THE WATER SYSTEM If the motor home...

Page 25: ...ll drains LP GAS SYSTEM REGULATOR Cover to keep moisture out LP TAN KS Consult your RV service center for LP system winterization Wash and inspect for chipped paint touch up if needed ELECTRICAL BATTE...

Page 26: ...is provided in compliance with ANSI NFPA 50lC requirements and is intended to protect you against electrical shock possible when using electrical appliances in the bathroom or damp areas Should the ap...

Page 27: ...draw from the vehicle battery and extended usage may discharge it AUXILIARY GENERATOR POWER PLANT Optional The engine driven 115 volt generator power plant is located in a special compartment This ge...

Page 28: ...stops An hour meter is on the control panel located inside the motor home This meter indicates the hours of running time on the generator Operating hours information is important in scheduling proper...

Page 29: ...he boiling point of the gas NOTE Butane turns to a gas about 32 degrees F 00 C and propane vaporizes at about 40 degrees F 40 C Follow these suggestions to keep gas appliances working smoothly 1 Choos...

Page 30: ...the service stations which sell Petroleum Bottled and Bulk in your classified directory or refer to the service directory available at your dealer For additional information refer to in structions fo...

Page 31: ...the gas should ignite and burn steadily Range and Oven The range and oven in your motor home are provided with a vent or range hood The hood may have a power vent fan Always use the fan when using th...

Page 32: ...in the manual and posted inside the refrigerator door Before operating the refrigerator be sure the vehicle is level If it is not level circulation of the refrigerant may be blocked by liquid accumul...

Page 33: ...Information Curtains Dry clean only Wall Paneling The paneling and the ceiling ofyour motor home may be any of several finishes and textures Never use strong deter gents or abrasive cleaners on walls...

Page 34: ...frequent lubrication may be needed One of the lubricants recommended by many lock smiths is powdered graphite available in a handy tube at most hardware or supply stores Keep a record in your home of...

Page 35: ...uct your roof have been chosen especially to remain waterproof under the sus tained effects of weather and vibration Yet even the finest materials available will eventually dry out and lose their effe...

Page 36: ...k in the classified section of your telephone directory or newspaper Check all chassis body bolts once a year for tightness to prevent vibration rattles FIRE SAFETY To improve the excellent record for...

Page 37: ...ate Hinges X Inspect and Clean Vents X Clean Battery Cables and Terminals Check Fluid Levels X Inspect Suspension X Service Chassis See Chassis Manual Torque Lug Nuts See Chassis Manual Sanitize Water...

Page 38: ...hing _Underwear _Jackets _Sweaters _ Various Shoes _Socks _ Bathing Suits _Hats Caps _Rainwear _ Handkerchiefs _Pajamas Sleeping Gear _Pillows _Pillow Cases _Sheets _ Blankets _ Sleeping Bags Relaxing...

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