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TABLE OF CONTENTS 

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INTRODUCTION 
WARRANTIES 3 

Pacific Coachworks Warranty 

Appliance and other Component Warranties 
 

DELIVERY CHECKLIST 

IMPORTANT SERIAL NUMBERS 

  

  

 
 

SECTION I - 

RV SYSTEMS, FAMILIARIZATION & 
OPERATION 

 

LPG (LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GAS) 

SYSTEM 6 

Safety Precautions 

Tank Removal & Installation 

Tank Filling 

Pressure Regulator 

LP Gas Detector 

  8 

Start-up of LPG Appliances 

  8  

APPLIANCES  

 

Refrigerator  

 

Water Heater 

  9 

Furnace  

 

Range and Oven 

10 

Range Exhaust Hood 

10 

Microwave Oven 

10 

Air Conditioner 

10 

FRESH WATER SYSTEM 

10 

City Water Connection 

11 

Self-Contained Water System 

11 

Sanitizing 12 

WASTE DRAINAGE SYSTEM 

12 

Toilet 12 
Holding Tanks 

12 

Tank Dumping 

13 

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 

  

12 volt DC System 

13 

120 volt AC System 

14 

GFI

 

15 

Slide out Rooms 

15

 

 

 

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SECTION II - 

TOWING & LOADING 

 
TOW VEHICLE SELECTION 

18 

HITCH SELECTION 

18 

Conventional Hitch 

18 

Fifth Wheel Hitch 

19 

CONNECTOR CORD 

19 

SAFETY CHAINS 

19 

BRAKING SYSTEMS 

19 

Tow Vehicle Battery 

19 

Trailer Brakes 

19 

Brake Controller 

19 

Breakaway Switch 

20 

Trailer Battery 

20 

TIRES/WHEELS/HUBS  

Tires 20 
Wheels 20 
Hubs 21 

TOWING GUIDELINES 

 

Carrying Passengers 

21 

Driving Tips 

21 

Sway Control 

22 

Backing 22 
Parking 23 

TRAVEL TRAILER LOADING 

 

Terminology 23 
Cargo Capacity Formula 

23 

Weight Label Examples  

 

    

   23  

Loading and Weight Distribution Guidelines 
 

    

 

 

 

 

   24 

WEIGHT AND BALANCE VERIFICATION     

How to Weigh Your Rig 

24 

Verify That Your Rig is Properly Loaded 

24 

Scale Weights Worksheet 

25 

Weight and Balance Worksheet 

26 

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Страница 2: ...items such as light bulbs fuses lubricants sealants etc 6 Additional expenses including but not limited to transportation costs loss of use inconvenience towing charges vehicle rental lodging inciden...

Страница 3: ...oilet 12 Holding Tanks 12 Tank Dumping 13 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 12 volt DC System 13 120 volt AC System 14 GFI 15 Slide out Rooms 15 page SECTION II TOWING LOADING TOW VEHICLE SELECTION 18 HITCH SELECTION...

Страница 4: ...nd 30 Awnings Warning 31 Snow and Heavy Rain 31 Hail 31 Lighting 31 Heat 31 EXTERIOR MAINTENANCE Siding 31 Windows Doors Moldings Locks 31 Rubber Roof Care 32 INTERIOR MAINTENANCE Floor Coverings 32 P...

Страница 5: ...achworks recommends that you thoroughly read this owner s manual before using your recreational vehicle We have made every effort to make this manual as accurate as possible in order to reflect inform...

Страница 6: ...and Model ______________________________ Serial Number _____________________________ Water Pump Make and Model ______________________________ Serial Number _____________________________ Furnace Make...

Страница 7: ...5 SECTION I RV SYSTEMS FAMILIARIZATION OPERATION...

Страница 8: ...ied personnel 7 WARNING Do not bring place or store LP gas containers gasoline or other flammable liquids inside the vehicle because a fire or explosion can result LP gas containers are equipped with...

Страница 9: ...ll labels and tags DO NOT FILL LP GAS CONTAINER S TO MORE THAN 80 PERCENT OF CAPACITY 1 Overfilling the LP gas container s can result in uncontrolled gas flow which can cause fire or explo sion A prop...

Страница 10: ...e and is always on as long as electrical power is available to it The 12 volt DC system works when the trailer is electrically connected to the tow vehicle a charged 12 volt battery or the 120 volt AC...

Страница 11: ...P gas and 120 volt AC electricity If so equipped 12 volt DC electricity is required to operate the igniter Check the name plate located behind the water heater cover door on the out side of the RV to...

Страница 12: ...con nected appliance and must be plugged in to work A dedicated receptacle for the microwave is located in the cabinet above the microwave For further information refer to the microwave manu facturer...

Страница 13: ...he first time after a period of non use or if the system has become contaminated The following warning label has been located near the fill spout which reads WARNING POTABLE WATER ONLY SANITIZE FLUSH...

Страница 14: ...ets operating on different principles may be installed as an option For further information refer to the toilet manufacturer s manual included in your owner information package Holding Tanks Two and i...

Страница 15: ...ain to rinse the tank and drain hose be sure there is water on the bottom of the black tank before resuming use 10 Close the knife valve 11 Repeat these steps for each gray water tank If using a dump...

Страница 16: ...Never connect power cord to a power supply with a lower amp rating than the electric power cord Doing so may cause a fire WARNING Never use an adapter or an electrical extension cord with an amp rati...

Страница 17: ...supports are used do not lift the room above its normal resting position because the upper weather seal may be broken When it is time to move the slide out back into the trailer be sure leaves twigs a...

Страница 18: ...ischarged when customer tries to operate lights and other 12 VDC appliances before the battery has taken on sufficient charge The converter may shut down due to overload Have the customer turn off all...

Страница 19: ...17 SECTION II TOWING AND LOADING...

Страница 20: ...d Hitch Selection Pacific Coachworks recommends you consult your dealer or trailer supply store to select the correct hitch that will properly match your travel trailer to your tow vehicle The install...

Страница 21: ...rakes adjusted after the first 200 miles of operation and another adjustment every 3 000 miles after the first 200 mile brake inspection Maintenance is very important Brakes that have not been properl...

Страница 22: ...on pressures periodically when the tires are cold to see that they conform to the cold inflation pressures recommended by the tire manufacturer and stamped on the tire sidewall Remember to give your s...

Страница 23: ...o keep your distance from the traffic ahead of you since the additional weight of your recreational vehicle adds an additional burden to your vehicle 5 Start your turn slightly outside and beyond your...

Страница 24: ...ary but pull over to the side of the road often to allow the brakes to cool Sway control Trailer sway has several possible causes such as improper trailer loading improper sway control equipment adjus...

Страница 25: ...railer Standard Dry Weight The approximate overall weight of this model trailer as measured with the trailer empty all tanks empty dry and with standard equipment only no options the standard dryempty...

Страница 26: ...trailer loaded the way you anticipate traveling hitched to the tow vehicle and the load equalizing spring bars tightened Roof Cargo Storage Heavy items stored high and behind the axles may adversely a...

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Страница 29: ...27 SECTION III GENERAL INFORMATION...

Страница 30: ...traffic at the particular time and place 12 Never be a litterbug storing all refuse in my vehicle until it can be disposed of in a proper container 13 Be especially careful to always use my ashtray fo...

Страница 31: ...yourself Consumption of LP Gas Your LPG system uses liquefied gas which contains approximately 92 000 BTU s of heat energy per gallon To find out how long a gallon of gas will last compute the total...

Страница 32: ...roved dump station 2 Visually inspect the running gear including hitch and springs Make sure the coupler latch is closed and secure it with a locking pin 3 Check wheel lug nut torque 4 Check tire pres...

Страница 33: ...lightning storm in the area remember the following 1 Avoid standing outside in or near water as water may attract lightning 2 Avoid standing on or near high places as they may attract lightning 3 Avoi...

Страница 34: ...ducts commonly used to protect and care for a finish such as furniture polish and lemon oils The most effective material is a coat of furniture wax properly applied and buffed WARNING Severe damage ca...

Страница 35: ...nter and Summer Protection For extended storage of your RV follow these general maintenance guidelines Exterior 1 Perform all winter freeze protection procedures 2 Turn off LP gas at the tank valve s...

Страница 36: ...remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer and Pacific Coachworks Contact information for NHTSA NHTSA Headquarters 400 Seventh Street SW Washin...

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