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EQUIPMENT
This section covers the basic operation and care of
various equipment found in your Heartland RV. More
detailed information as well as CAUTION or WARNING
instructions about specific equipment may be found
in each product manufacturer’s manual. Optional
equipment will also be discussed in this section which
does not apply to all vehicles.
Entry Step
Entry steps folds under the vehicle
when traveling. To extend step,
pull assembly out from underneath
the vehicle. Bottom step is folded
over second step – roll bottom step
out and down after step assembly
is extended. To store steps, fold
bottom step up over second step
and push assembly underneath the vehicle.
Lubricating the Mechanism: Lubricate the mechanism
every 30-60 days. Carefully clean the area around
the pivot points (the rivets involved in the motion of the
mechanism). After cleaning, lubricate the pivot point
between the pelt (to pinpoint this area locate the washer
between the parts). An automotive grade, non-staining
lubricant is recommended.
Covering Nicks & Scratches: Seal a nick or scratch with
automotive grade primer to prevent rust. Once the nick
or scratch has been sealed, cover the damaged area with
an automotive grade or high-gloss paint.
CAUTION
TO PREVENT THE POSSIBLITY OF SLIPPING ON THE ENTRY STEP AVOID
EXCESS LUBRICANT ON THE SURFACE OF THE ENTRY STEP ITSELF.
CAREFULLY CLEAN THE ENTIRE ENTRY STEP AFTER LUBRICATING THE
MECHANISM.
Note
SILICONE LUBRICANTS AND WD-40 ARE NOT
RECOMMENDED AS THEY TEND TO EVAPORATE
AND DRY THE MATED SURFACES WHICH LEAVES
THEM VULNERABLE TO THE ELEMENTS.
NOTICE
IF THE VEHICLE IS TRANSPORTED WITH THE STEP IN THE EXTENDED
POSITION THERE IS POSSIBILITY OF CAUSING MAJOR DAMAGE TO
BOTH THE STEP AND THE VEHICLE.
Entry Door
The door uses two separate locks for personal safety
and security. The door handle incorporates a primary
and secondary latching system. One locking system is
the door handle and the other is a dead bolt. However,
keeping the entry door in good operating condition requires
some routine maintenance. The following adjustments
can help maintain the entry door performance.
The position of the striker plate may change over the
course of time and settlement of the recreational vehicle.
The setting may need to be adjusted to insure that the
door operates smoothly and efficiently. To adjust the
strike plate, loosen the two screws holding the plate to
the jamb system. Move the plate in or out as needed to
obtain a proper seal closing force. Retighten the screws.
NOTICE
IF SCREWS ARE LOOSE ON THE OUT-SWING DOORS, THE BACKER PLATE
WILL RELEASE AND DROP DOWN INTO THE DOOR JAMB. SHOULD THIS
HAPPEN, REPLACE THE SHORT SCREWS WITH A SCREW THAT IS LONG
ENOUGH TO GO THROUGH THE JAMB SYSTEM AND INTO THE FRAME
WORK OF THE SIDEWALL.
The locking cylinder requires slight lubrication on an
annual basis, or as needed. Use powdered graphite,
not a petroleum product which will gum the cylinder and
inhibit smooth operations. The upper lock is the dead
bolt, the lower lock is the privacy lock. Applying a light
coating of white lithium grease to the face of the lock bolt
helps in retaining a smooth close. The hinges for the
door require slight lubrication annually, or as needed,
with a high-quality, dry spray lubricant.
The screen door can be adjusted to sit flush in the door
jamb. This requires two separate adjustments to be
performed. The first adjustment made is at the screen
door latch/catch itself. Loosen the two screws holding
the latch to the door to permit vertical adjustment. Move
the latch far enough to catch on the striker mounted at
the door frame. Tighten both screws. The striker mount
on the door frame permits horizontal adjustment. Again,
loosen the two screws holding the striker assembly. Move
the striker to center the latch and tighten the screws in
place.
It is a simple procedure to replace the sliding cover. Place
the slider in the center. Pull from the center of the slider;
it will bow enough to allow easy removal. To re-install,
reverse this procedure. Install the upper left corner first
and pay attention to the location of the stop tabs.