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Thor MoTor CoaCh LIMITED WarraNTY   ............................................................................. 4

 

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RECEIPT OF WARRANTY  .......................................................  7

GENEraL INForMaTIoN .............................................................................................................. 10

DISCLAIMER  ........................................................................................................................................ 11

 

SYMBOLS ............................................................................................................................................. 11

 

MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTIES ..................................................................................................... 12
VENDOR CONTACT INFORMATION   ................................................................................................. 12
MOTOR HOME LOAD LIMITS .............................................................................................................. 13
VEHICLE WEIGHING PROCEDURES   ............................................................................................... 14

IDENTIFICaTIoN aND SaFETY ..................................................................................................... 16.

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS ........................................................................................................ 16
LAWS OF THE ROAD ........................................................................................................................... 16
MOTOR HOME SERIAL NUMBER DECAL AND DATA PLATES ......................................................... 17
SAFETY REGULATIONS FOR PROPANE GAS SYSTEMS AND APPLIANCES ................................ 17
FIRE SAFETY........................................................................................................................................ 18

 

FIRE EXTINGUISHER .......................................................................................................................... 19

 

CARBON MONOXIDE AND SMOKE DETECTORS ............................................................................. 19

 

PROPANE GAS DETECTOR ................................................................................................................ 21

 

CHEMICAL SENSITIVITY ..................................................................................................................... 23

 

SEAT BELTS ......................................................................................................................................... 23

 

EGRESS WINDOW ............................................................................................................................... 25

 

TRAILER TOWING ................................................................................................................................ 25

ChaSSIS.......................................................................................................................................... 26.

EMERGENCY STOPPING .................................................................................................................... 26
ENGINE  AND DRIVE TRAIN ............................................................................................................... 26
FUELING THE MOTOR HOME ............................................................................................................. 27
TRAVEL PREPARATION ....................................................................................................................... 28

CoNTroLS aND oPEraTIoNS .................................................................................................... 30

DASH CONTROLS AND SWITCHES ................................................................................................... 30
STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT ...................................................................................................... 33
TURN SIGNAL/LANE CHANGE/HIGH-LOW BEAM/ ............................................................................ 33
HAZARD FLASHER CONTROL ............................................................................................................ 33
REAR VISION SYSTEM ........................................................................................................................ 38
DASH RADIO ........................................................................................................................................ 39

 

AUTOMATIC HYDRAULIC POWER LEVELERS .................................................................................. 37

 

SLIDE OUTS ......................................................................................................................................... 41

 

WINDOWS ............................................................................................................................................. 43

 

DOORS, DRAWERS AND STORAGE COMPARTMENTS ................................................................... 43

 

SLEEP NUMBER BED .......................................................................................................................... 43

 

ELEVATED BEDS AND ELECTRIC BED LIFT SYSTEMS ................................................................... 44

 

FURNITURE .......................................................................................................................................... 45

 

ENTRY DOOR ....................................................................................................................................... 48

 

ENTRY STEP ........................................................................................................................................ 48

 

STORAGE COMPARTMENTS .............................................................................................................. 49

 

REAR LADDER/ROOF ACCESS .......................................................................................................... 49

 

AWNINGS .............................................................................................................................................. 49

 

TaBLE oF CoNTENTS

Содержание Class C

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Страница 2: ...CTORS 19 PROPANE GAS DETECTOR 21 CHEMICAL SENSITIVITY 23 SEAT BELTS 23 EGRESS WINDOW 25 TRAILER TOWING 25 ChaSSIS 26 EMERGENCY STOPPING 26 ENGINE AND DRIVE TRAIN 26 FUELING THE MOTOR HOME 27 TRAVEL PR...

Страница 3: ...TER SYSTEM WINTERIZATION 73 WATER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE 74 ProPaNE GaS SYSTEMS 75 PROPANE GAS TANK 75 PROPANE GAS HOSES PIPES TUBES AND FITTINGS 77 PROPANE GAS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 78 CarE aND MaINTENaNCE...

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Страница 5: ...sed to assemble those portions of your motor home covered by the limited warranty See also the section What the Warranty Does Not Cover set out below Defect means the failure of the workmanship perfor...

Страница 6: ...vandalism explosions overloading in excess of rated capacities and odometer tampering shall discharge Warrantor from any express or implied warranty obligation to repair any resulting defect DISCLaIM...

Страница 7: ...adjustments such as adjustments to the interior or exterior doors drawers latches by way of example and not by limitation will be performed by your selling dealer during the first ninety 90 days of w...

Страница 8: ...final stage manufacturer but is an independent company with no authority to make any representation or promise for the final stage manufacturer I acknowledge that the chassis component parts and appli...

Страница 9: ...Thor MoTor CoaCh registration and acknowledgement of receipt of Warranty and Product Information 8 THIS PAGE IS INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK...

Страница 10: ...Thor MoTor CoaCh For owner s Notes...

Страница 11: ...nd owners This relationship will greatly improve our partnership with you and the dealers In addition we value you and your input Please feel free to contact us and share your thoughts This manual des...

Страница 12: ...on printed in this owner s Manual is subject to change after the date of printing Due to product improvements and changes during the model year information represented within this owner s Manual may n...

Страница 13: ...777 3126 www cat com Cobra Electronics Corp 773 889 3087 www cobra com Cummins 800 343 7357 www mantank com Dometic 800 544 4881 www dometicusa com Evans Tempcon 800 878 7147 www evanstempcon com Fant...

Страница 14: ...scale Keep in mind the number of safety belts in a unit are there for the convenience and use of the owner Carrying the number of people equal to the number of seat belts may exceed the weight rating...

Страница 15: ...how To Weigh Your Motor home Your motor home must be weighed fully loaded That is with passengers food clothing fuel water propane supplies etc Any towed vehicle car pickup boat or trailer or item loa...

Страница 16: ...resh water carried while driving Check vehicle weight periodically to obtain optimum mileage from tires and improve handling Tires should always be inflated as recommended in the chassis manufacturer...

Страница 17: ...call the Auto Safety Hot line toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http www safecar gov or write to administrator NhTSa 1200 New Jersey avenue S E Washington DC 20590 You can also obta...

Страница 18: ...home to provide information on Propane safety They have been installed not only because of the requirement to do so but also as a constant reminder to occupants of the motor home to exercise proper c...

Страница 19: ...ls and stoves should not be used inside the motor home because they may cause fire or asphyxiation FIRE SAFETY Fire safety is an important part of owning a motor home Make sure that everyone traveling...

Страница 20: ...rates If the shoreline power cord is connected disconnect it To keep the fire extinguisher in proper operating conditions 1 Check Pressure monthly or more often Check the nozzle for obstruction Press...

Страница 21: ...gently vacuum the outside of the Smoke Alarm using your house hold vacuum s soft brush attachment Test the Smoke Alarm Never use water cleaners or solvents since they may damage the unit If the Smoke...

Страница 22: ...alert stops sounding If the alert sounds a second time after the gas is turned back on leave the gas off and have a qualified Propane Dealer or Motor Home Service Center make the necessary repairs The...

Страница 23: ...ill not operate The Propane Gas Detector has a self check circuit which runs at all times when the detector is powered In the event that the circuitry fails a failure alarm will sound It is a continuo...

Страница 24: ...aps and detergents such as carpet shampoos cosmetics and many other household products Some people are very sensitive to formaldehyde while others may not have any reaction to the same levels of forma...

Страница 25: ...llision Thor Motor Coach recommends that all safety belt assemblies used in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced Child restraints If your child requires a child safety restraint system seat Th...

Страница 26: ...uirements consult the chassis owners manual ThE MoTor hoME FULLY LoaDED aND ThE TraILEr or ToWED VEhICLE MUST NoT EXCEED ThE MoTor hoME ChaSSIS GroSS CoMBINaTIoN WEIGhT raTING GCWr Consult with your s...

Страница 27: ...MERGENCY STOPPING IF AN EMERGENCY EVER REQUIRES YOU TO BE STOPPED BE SURE TO FOLLOW THESE GUIDELINES 1 Pull off the road as far as possible 2 Select the Park position and apply the Parking Brake 3 Tur...

Страница 28: ...een used for a while a fuel anti gel additive will be needed For your convenience there may be two fuel fills on the motor home If so equipped they are located on both sides of the motor home towards...

Страница 29: ...and turn signal and also any trailer light connections Security of any auxiliary equipment such as TV and awning etc Windshield wiper blades Generator compartment Fresh and waste water connections dr...

Страница 30: ...ntially dangerous products your motor home contains while traveling Be sure all canisters and bottle tops are secure and leak free The following checklist will assist your preparing the living quarter...

Страница 31: ...t the curb side exterior mirror Always adjust mirrors for proper vision before starting and moving the motor home Mirror heat Activates heating element to defrost the outside rearview mirrors Fog Ligh...

Страница 32: ...f vision When the ignition switch is in the OFF position the visor will fully extend Privacy Shade Raises or lowers the privacy shade The shade is equipped with a dual range motor for driving safety W...

Страница 33: ...plate lights fog lights and panel lights is located on the instrument panel Control knob positions are as follows 1 OFF All exterior lights are off 2 PARK LIGHTS All exterior lights excluding the hea...

Страница 34: ...nter positions one positions upward for right and one downward for left To signal a turn move the lever all the way up or down These are latching positions The lever will stay in one of these position...

Страница 35: ...ce backing in a safe place using the monitor to become accustom to it s operation Rear Vision Systems vary within our motor homes The Class C motor home except for Sprinters come equipped with a dash...

Страница 36: ...htness and contrast levels optimized for day or night operation Contrast Brightness Variable controls of contrast and brightness Should be adjusted if the DAY NIGHT switch does not achieve the most de...

Страница 37: ...ns do not operate error symbol on the display aUDIo MENU Press the MENU button 3 on the control panel to access the User Settings Menu Each level adjustment is indicated as a horizontal bar graph and...

Страница 38: ...injury Wear safety glasses when inspecting or servicing the system to protect eyes from dirt metal chips or leaks etc Follow all other applicable shop safety practices The motor home should be parked...

Страница 39: ...matically level your vehicle The control panel will send out a series of beeps to let you know that AUTO LEVEL is operating When completed the panel will signal a successful Auto Level After ten minut...

Страница 40: ...valve s Using a 5 32 Allen wrench turn the screw s clockwise until all the way in Note The normal operating position of the screw in the cartridge valve is the counter clockwise out position The only...

Страница 41: ...Thor MoTor CoaCh CoNTroLS aND oPEraTIoNS 40 hydraulic Pump Function Wiring...

Страница 42: ...out room will contact chair if chair is improperly positioned To Extend Slide out Note Make sure that there is adequate clearance to fully extend the room 1 Apply the parking brake 2 Make sure igniti...

Страница 43: ...ug both motors 3 The room may now be pushed in or out as desired Larger rooms may need several people to push Try to keep both sides of the room even When the room is completely in plug both motors ba...

Страница 44: ...and pump Cabinet and closet doors in the motor home have door fasteners or pneumatic stops which prevent them from accidentally opening during travel Drawers throughout the motor home have travel stop...

Страница 45: ...h side Because there are so many potential users and different types of elevated bed designs elevated beds are not equipped with bed rails Use of Bed rails We feel that you as the customer are best eq...

Страница 46: ...or aNY oThEr SEaTS ThaT arE NoT EQUIPPED WITh SaFETY SEaT BELTS WhILE ThE MoTor hoME IS IN MoTIoN Do NoT USE a SEaT BELT oN MorE ThaN oNE PErSoN The sleeping accommodations in this motor home are desi...

Страница 47: ...bar will open the bed fully SLEEPEr To SoFa Remove all bedding from the hide a bed Grasping the foot of the hide a bed in the center using the metal lifting bar lift the front portion of the lifting b...

Страница 48: ...the supporting leg down until it locks into position Adjust the length of the support leg so that the table will be level when resting on it To adjust the support leg length pull back on the spring c...

Страница 49: ...hen exiting Never activate the step when someone is using it and be sure to keep hands feet children and pets away from the mechanism when activated If the motor home is driven with the step in the ex...

Страница 50: ...SErIoUS INJUrY or DEaTh Do not use the roof as an observation platform or storage area as it is not designed for these purposes The exterior rear ladder provides access to the roof for maintenance of...

Страница 51: ...el clamps automatic Patio awning IN ThE EVENT oF PoWEr LoSS or aWNING MoTor FaILUrE ThE aUToMaTIC PaTIo aWNING CaN BE rETraCTED aS EXPLaINED BELoW If you do not feel comfortable performing this proced...

Страница 52: ...driver to control the temperature volume and direction of the air discharged from the heating air conditioning system One of the best ways of controlling temperature is by changing the speed of the b...

Страница 53: ...C outlet vent and the return air inlet grill under most operating conditions Factors that can affect the performance of the cooling system Use window and patio awnings when outside ambient temperature...

Страница 54: ...ng the Furnace refer to the manufacturer s operating instructions manual THERMOSTATS Thermostat operation Instructions Note For detailed information regarding the thermostat refer to the manufacturer...

Страница 55: ...ween 60 F and 90 F When the interior temperature is warmer than setting the dome opens automatically and the fan blade turns on to the pre selected speed If your vent is supplied with a rain sensor no...

Страница 56: ...nt discharge from excessive electrical consumption when the motor home is not running The auxiliary batteries are recharged by the power converter when the motor home is attached to an outside 120 vol...

Страница 57: ...o check press and hold monitor test switch while reading the charge level on the battery gauge Charge levels indicated are divided into sections from weak through fully charged Battery Safety BaTTErIE...

Страница 58: ...gs If the case is cracked the battery must be replaced If the vent plugs are cracked they must be replaced 5 Watch for overcharging Three indications of overcharging are a Active material on the vent...

Страница 59: ...en placed in the ON position Battery Charging aLWaYS WEar SPLaSh ProoF SaFETY GLaSSES WhEN WorKING WITh BaTTErIES The converter inverter also operates as a battery charger when it is connected to a 12...

Страница 60: ...kitchen and or bath and outside recepts are equipped with a protective circuit interrupter The ground fault circuit interrupter GFCI is designed to break the flow of current to the protected outlet w...

Страница 61: ...he hood You should refer to the chassis owner s manual for details on these fuses The Class A motor home also has a 12 Volt fuse panel electrical distribution box located on the fire wall under the ho...

Страница 62: ...CLASS C GAS SYSTEM PANELS Note Please use this information as a guide Check your motor home for the sticker with the exact call outs 110V For Units With 50 amp Service 110V For Units With 30 amp Servi...

Страница 63: ...night The alternator will charge at a higher rate right after the vehicle s been started replacing the power used to start the vehicle but the charging should quickly go back to normal and hold its o...

Страница 64: ...n an enclosed building or in a partly enclosed area such as a garage 4 rEVIEW the safety precautions for fuel and exhaust fumes elsewhere in this manual 5 Do NoT operate the generator when the motor h...

Страница 65: ...of the system by in line check valves To connect the motor home to an outside source of water 1 Remove the cap from the fresh water inlet on the side of the motor home and attach one end of the fresh...

Страница 66: ...fresh water tank If the tank is filled beyond capacity water will flow out through this vent onto the ground Note Always fill the tank with clean potable water from a known safe source Make sure to cl...

Страница 67: ...le hose end for inch hose with inch threaded end compression style 1 1 cup of household bleach 1 Install one male and one female hose end to one of the 4 foot sections of hose When completed the secti...

Страница 68: ...ations the monitoring system indicates higher levels than are actually present in the holding tank Certain cleaning products and food by products can build up on the inside walls of the holding tanks...

Страница 69: ...ross vehicle weight Enough water should be kept in the black water tank to cover the bottom to prevent hardening of any residue that may remain Do not dump black water tank until it is 3 4 full This p...

Страница 70: ...e outlet and dump station inlet The following guidelines will help to ensure trouble free operation Never put anything in black water tank other than toilet paper especially for motor home systems Do...

Страница 71: ...d Note Unnecessary frequent flushing of the stool will quickly deplete your fresh water supply and fill your holding tank If the black water tank becomes full you will no longer be able to flush the s...

Страница 72: ...ed technician or dealer Class a Water System Winterization 1 Level the unit for good system drainage 2 Drain the waste water tanks black then grey following drainage guidelines and fresh water tank 3...

Страница 73: ...aintenance Neglecting proper maintenance procedures is the usual cause of most water system problems Road vibrations and shocks as well as excessive pressure from some city water sources are the main...

Страница 74: ...por This vapor is reduced in pressure by passing through a regulator This reduction in pressure is a two step process which assures consistent pressure for use regardless of outside temperatures weath...

Страница 75: ...10 to 13 PSI before sending it along to the low pressure regulator second stage This second stage regulator reduces the pressure further to 11 inches water column or 6 35 ounces per square inch The tw...

Страница 76: ...de icing agent to the propane gas tank 6 Keep the regulator covered at all times Note IF FrEEZE UP DoES oCCUr shut off the propane gas at the tank A frozen regulator may permit propane gas to flow at...

Страница 77: ...USE ThE raNGE hooD 5 Leave the area until the odor clears 6 Have the system checked by a trained professional before using again When performng any work or maintenance in the motor home ensure that y...

Страница 78: ...tor home at least once a month Use warm water and a mild detergent to clean the finish Take care to avoid spraying water directly into refrigerator and furnace vents when washing the motor home Remove...

Страница 79: ...rior surfaces is the best insurance against surface deterioration such as fading yellowing or chalking Take care to avoid spraying water directly into refrigerator and furnace vents when washing the m...

Страница 80: ...sary to keep moisture from entering and causing severe damage such as rot mold or mildew If you encounter drying cracked or weathered seals make sure to reseal as necessary Check with your dealer for...

Страница 81: ...d spots that could have occurred during travel or maintenance on the motor home The entire system including regulator pressure should be checked annually or whenever you suspect a problem by a qualifi...

Страница 82: ...up The vent system operates at all times however it is most effective when the lamps are on and the vehicle is in motion Since most motor homes are parked for long periods of time they have a greater...

Страница 83: ...y To PrEVENT INJUrIES aND DaMaGE CoMPLY WITh aNY INSTrUCTIoNS ProVIDED BY ThE BULB MaNUFaCTUrEr Whenever working on any electrical system switch off the electrical accessory you are working on or refe...

Страница 84: ...r leaks and signs of wear Make sure to keep the system sanitized and take care to winterize during cold weather see instructions elsewhere in this manual Do not allow water to remain in system for ext...

Страница 85: ...tead If you will be using your motor home when conditions fall below the freezing level it will be necessary to protect the drainage system components from damage by the addition of an approved antifr...

Страница 86: ...ually over a 30 to 45 day period even when disconnected by use of the battery disconnect switch We recommend that at least monthly the batteries be checked for charge If the charge is 80 12 5 Volts or...

Страница 87: ...t preventive measure Further any spills should be wiped up quickly and dried as soon as possible Avoid leaving damp items lying about On safe surfaces use mold or mildew killing cleaning products Chec...

Страница 88: ...able temperature in the motor home and avoid nighttime setbacks of 10 or more Drastic setbacks that reduce the indoor air temperature quickly can increase the chance for airborne moisture to condense...

Страница 89: ...hours Drying areas quickly minimizes the chance for moisture damage and possible mold growth which can begin to form colonies in 48 hours A variety of methods can be used to help the drying process R...

Страница 90: ...Lube Window Latches Lubricate Door Locks Strike Pocket Include Exterior Storage Doors Seals Adhesives Inspect Reseal as Needed LP Gas System Check for Leaks Road Damage Qualified Service Technician In...

Страница 91: ...Slide Out Awning 49 B BaTTErIES 58 Battery Charging 60 Battery Disconnect Switch 60 Battery Isolator Controller 59 Battery Maintenance 59 Battery Safety 58 C CarBoN MoNoXIDE aND SMoKE DETECTorS 19 Car...

Страница 92: ...Sh raDIo 35 DoorS DraWErS aND SToraGE CoMParTMENTS 43 Bed Storage Some Models 43 DraINaGE SYSTEM 82 E EGrESS WINDoW 25 ELECTrICaL SYSTEM 57 ELEVaTED BEDS aND ELECTrIC BED LIFT SYSTEMS 44 Tips for Safe...

Страница 93: ...TEr 6 1 h haZarD FLaShEr CoNTroL 33 L LaWS oF ThE roaD 16 M MaNUFaCTUrErS WarraNTIES 12 MoLD 87 Avoid Drastic Thermostat Setbacks 89 Carpet Care And Moisture Management 89 Effects of Prolonged Occupan...

Страница 94: ...SIoN SYSTEM 34 Camera Operation 34 rEPorTING SaFETY DEFECTS 16 rooF 81 rooF MoUNTED aIr CoNDITIoNEr 54 Performance Characteristics 54 Return Air Filters 54 rooF VENTS 85 S SaFETY rEGULaTIoNS For ProPa...

Страница 95: ...4 V VEhICLE WEIGhING ProCEDUrES 14 How To Weigh Your Motor Home 14 Weight Terms 15 Where To Weigh Your Motor Home 14 VENDor CoNTaCT INForMaTIoN 12 W WaSTE WaTEr SYSTEM 6 9 Emptying the Holding Tanks 7...

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