FLEETWOOD RV BOUNDER, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...Fleetwood has designed its recreational vehicles for a variety of customer uses Each vehicle features optimal seating sleeping storage and fluid capacities The user is responsible for selecting the pr...

Page 2: ...How to Weigh Your Loaded Motor Home 05 5 Dangers of Overloading 05 7 Loading Tips 05 7 Tires 05 8 Tire Inflation 05 8 Air Pressure 05 9 Underinflation 05 9 Air Pressure Check 05 9 Tire Replacement 05...

Page 3: ...hooting the Fresh Water System 07 3 Leaks 07 3 Sanitizing the Fresh Water System 07 3 Exterior Shower If Equipped 07 4 Whole Coach Water Filter System If Equipped 07 4 Waste Water System 07 4 Toilet 0...

Page 4: ...MAINTENANCE 11 1 Exterior 11 1 Stains 11 1 Exterior Graphics Care 11 2 Vinyl Front End Mask If Equipped 11 2 Windows Doors Vents and Locks 11 2 TPO Roof System 11 2 Cleaning 11 2 Care 11 2 Sealant Ren...

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Page 6: ...er s Information Package and the motor home Chassis Operator s Owner s Guide Manual This information out lines important areas of operation and mainte nance for you to follow for safe trouble free ser...

Page 7: ...home Your contin uing safety and comfort depend on it This man ual includes a section outlining maintenance intervals If you follow the maintenance guide lines you will minimize the possibility of fa...

Page 8: ...outside left front side of the motor home Use this number when ordering parts through your Fleetwood dealer SUSPENSION ALIGNMENT AND TIRE BALANCE The front suspension and steering system of this vehi...

Page 9: ...e influence of any controlled substance or are taking any medication or drugs that may impair your sight hearing judgment or coor dination Pull off the road and park in a safe area until you can drive...

Page 10: ...ry concerning towing equipment requirements and limits Check the laws in the areas where you anticipate traveling Alterations to Your Motor Home Many motor home owners like to add a personal touch to...

Page 11: ...pped with electronic modules devices Certain electronic modules have the capability to record information about the vehicle driver and passenger such as engine performance braking performance vehicle...

Page 12: ...e manufac turers of these components 2 Defects caused by or related to a Abuse misuse negligence or accident b Failure to comply with instructions con tained in the Owner s Information Package c Alter...

Page 13: ...r believes is covered by this warranty then the owner shall contact the selling dealer or other authorized dealer giving sufficient information to resolve the matter Written notice of defects must be...

Page 14: ...t satisfactory please send a letter describing the circumstances to Fleetwood RV Owner Relations P O Box 1007 Decatur IN 46733 Please include the brand name and serial number of your motor home The se...

Page 15: ...the front of this manual It explains your rights and obligations as well as the rights and obligations of the dealer and manufacturer Please read this section carefully You will be better informed in...

Page 16: ...s injury indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor o...

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Page 18: ...milar to a residential panel with resettable breakers 2 Fleetwood Automotive 12 volt System This panel is located in a side compartment or in the engine access compartment This electrical center conta...

Page 19: ...3 12 Volt Power Supply 4 Generator Hour Meter 5 Generator Switch 6 Climate Controls 7 Instrument Cluster Consult Chassis Operator s Manual for details on instruments 8 Headlights 9 Auxiliary Start Swi...

Page 20: ...al panel with resettable breakers 2 Fleetwood Automotive 12 volt System This panel is located in a driver s side com partment This electrical center contains battery disconnect systems entry step fog...

Page 21: ...nd the right for warmer Fan Speed Control Knob Turns fan on and off and adjusts speed A C Button When button is pressed in and light is on cooled air is delivered through selected outlets Fan Speed co...

Page 22: ...loaded 1 120 volt House Electrical This electri cal panel is located in a cabinet at the foot of the bed This panel is very similar to a residential panel with resettable breakers 2 Fleetwood Automoti...

Page 23: ...led or heated depending on position of A C Button and Temperature Control Knob Air is delivered from the adjustable dash mounted outlets and floor outlets Air is delivered from the floor outlets Air i...

Page 24: ...ilar to a residential panel with resettable breakers 2 Fleetwood Automotive 12 volt System This panel is located in a driver s side com partment This electrical center contains battery disconnect syst...

Page 25: ...t lets Fan Speed Control Knob must be on Air Flow Control Knob Selects outlets for delivered air Air is delivered from the adjustable dash mounted outlets Air will be either cooled or heated depending...

Page 26: ...signed to carry GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating is the value specified by the motor home manufacturer as the maximum allowable loaded weight of this motor home with its towed trailer or towed vehicl...

Page 27: ...f your hitch head receiver rating is below 10 000 lbs capacity It could cause structural damage to the motor home frame components Do not exceed Maximum Tongue Weight as listed on the Federal Certific...

Page 28: ...iler bears down on the hitch assembly which loads the motor home rear axle For this reason the maximum load you can tow with a weight carrying hitch head assembly is limited In addition to weight carr...

Page 29: ...r home and dinghy together do not exceed the gross combination weight rating GCWR of the motor home Make sure that tow bars and hitch equipment is rated to handle the weight of the vehicle you intend...

Page 30: ...oaded to at least 80 of the front GAWR How to Weigh Your Loaded Motor Home Refer to your local telephone directory to find a public weigh station The following procedures will help you determine wheth...

Page 31: ...u may desire to use wheel ramps to get the required side to side leveling If there is a difference in the weights on one side of the vehicle as compared to weights on the other side components tires w...

Page 32: ...ill help you locate where specific items are stored and will help speed the loading process Secure and brace items so they won t move during travel Generally load heav ier items lower Fresh water and...

Page 33: ...m mended tire inflation pressure NOTE When parking your motor home for an extended time in storage or camping you can extend tire life by parking each tire on a piece of plywood approxi mately 12 inch...

Page 34: ...eliable and calibrated gage in good working condition should be used Consult your Fed Certification Tag for proper tire inflation pressures Check the Owner s Information Packet for proper tire inflati...

Page 35: ...h tire rotation at an author ized dealership If You Get a Flat Tire In case of sudden tire failure Apply the accelerator to maintain direc tional stability then gradually release the accelerator Use m...

Page 36: ...your vehicle is in motion the combination lap and shoulder belt adjusts to your movement However if you brake hard corner hard or if your vehicle receives an impact the lap and shoulder belt locks and...

Page 37: ...backs should be upright for use with child safety seats Any objects in close proximity which may come into contact with the child in the event of an accident or sudden stop should be removed Child Sea...

Page 38: ...a strain on many dri vetrain components of your motor home The brakes are easily overloaded and overheated when used for downhill slowing Brake fade will occur if the brakes overheat When driving down...

Page 39: ...pression and friction will help con trol vehicle speed and relieve some of the strain on the brakes Shift the transmission to a lower gear before starting down the grade Mountain driving or desert tem...

Page 40: ...in protecting these components from corrosion or other effects of weather and road conditions Please be aware that certain areas of the motor home do not have undercoating applied in keeping with goo...

Page 41: ...blended for certain altitudes and climates Fuel suppliers provide customers with the correct fuel for their location and seasonal conditions Sometimes though fuel blended for winter is supplied durin...

Page 42: ...o meet these requirements engine oper ating temperatures are high As a result the engine transmission and exhaust systems radi WARNING IMPORTANT HEALTH NOTICE Some of the building materials used in th...

Page 43: ...omiting Nausea Muscular twitching Intense headache Throbbing in temples Weakness and sleepiness Inability to think clearly CAUTION WARNING DO NOT crawl under or place any part of your body under a veh...

Page 44: ...e a faulty detector alarm The detector alarm is doing its job of warning you of potentially high concentrations of carbon monoxide Test the CO detector alarm after the motor home has been in storage b...

Page 45: ...e 2 system can be identified by locating the number 2 embossed on the lens of the lamp 6 Measure the height from the ground to the center of the low beam filament of the dri ver s side headlamp Projec...

Page 46: ...ght of the vertical centerline of each headlamp 9 If the headlamps do not meet the alignment criteria adjust the Vertical and or Horizontal positioning as shown on the attached figure rotate the knobs...

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Page 48: ...event inad vertently driving off with the entry step extended The switches operate the entry step according to the following table Refer to the power step Owner s Manual in your Owner s Information Pa...

Page 49: ...r Pull the red handle and remove the screen or Lift the red latch to release the window Slide it completely through the slot so the window swings free When parked be sure the exit window is not blocke...

Page 50: ...ents except the Propane tank com partment can be locked Fire prevention regula tions require that the Propane tank compartment be unlocked at all times Please note Your motor home could be over loaded...

Page 51: ...seat back Always exercise caution when operating the slide out room Always be certain that there is plenty of clearance for your room to safely extend to the full outward position Remove any other pot...

Page 52: ...t kick panel up and out While lifting the seat out the middle legs will automatically unfold into a vertical position 3 Pull upward on the center of the metal bar and rotate it down slowly until the w...

Page 53: ...y water Overhead Vents Overhead vents may be located in the galley and bathroom areas for fresh air circulation and exhausting heat odors and water vapor Turn the crank in the center of the overhead v...

Page 54: ...Y rocker switch on the panel 3 Turn on a light or any 12 volt appliance The battery must be checked with a load 4 Read battery condition on the indicator EFFECTS OF PERMANENT OCCUPANCY Condensation an...

Page 55: ...et of Propane burned nearly 88 pounds of water is released into the air Humidifiers Humidifiers are designed to put moisture into dry air up to two pounds per hour So in a 24 hour period an uncontroll...

Page 56: ...ryer manufacturer s installation instructions Some dryers are designed to be ventless and do not require a vent to the outdoors Check the vents periodically to be sure they are not blocked 6 If you op...

Page 57: ...n condensation drip page Follow the preceding steps to control moisture condensation and protect surfaces with plastic sheeting until the moisture has dissipated IMPORTANT INFORMATION Mold is a fungus...

Page 58: ...old killing products For more information about mold and what you can do to reduce moisture and remediate mold growth in your RV please refer to the following websites and literature 1 U S Environment...

Page 59: ...ding fire drills periodi cally consider these fire safety suggestions If you experience a fire while traveling maintain control of the vehicle until you can safely stop Evacuate the vehicle as quickly...

Page 60: ...e to city water connection located on the motor home Make sure all connections are tight 4 Turn on the RV park city water supply Open all faucets inside the motor home to clear the lines Then turn off...

Page 61: ...ch ON to pressurize the system When a faucet is opened after the initial filling of the tank the water may sputter for a few seconds This is normal and is not cause for concern The water flow will bec...

Page 62: ...pter of this manual Freezing damage is usually extensive and may include a burst water tank split piping and a damaged water pump toilet and water heater If you experience this type of damage repairs...

Page 63: ...prevent waste gases from backing up into the RV The drain plumbing is made of plastic and is durable and resistant to most chemicals All drain plumbing except the toilet connection ter minates in the...

Page 64: ...will build up in the tank and cause serious plugging if the tank valves are continuously open In these cases keep the valves closed until the tanks are 3 4 full and then drain into the sewage system...

Page 65: ...lush tank 3 Turn off water supply to garden hose 4 Remove hose from black tank flush inlet connection and store hose 5 After rinse water has thoroughly drained from the black tank close the knife valv...

Page 66: ...he tank If the drain system does get clogged Use a hand operated probe to loosen stub born accumulations Seriously clogged P traps may require dis assembly Be careful not to overtighten when reassembl...

Page 67: ...VE GRAY WATER KNIFE VALVE HOT WATER DRAIN DRAIN COLD WATER HOT COLD VALVES FOR OUTDOOR SHOWER TV CABLE TELEPHONE CONNECTIONS ELECTRIC CORD STORAGE WATER PUMP SWITCH SPRAY NOZZLE BYPASS VALVE CITY WATE...

Page 68: ...ment panel Additional fuses are located under the hood or in 12 volt power leads on the related equipment and accessories FLEETWOOD 12 VOLT HOUSE AND AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEM This system generally includes a...

Page 69: ...g soda and water to neutralize any acid present 3 Flush with clean water Foaming around terminals or on top of the battery is normal acid neutralization Avoid getting the soda solution in the battery...

Page 70: ...itioner indicates when the solar panel is operating Selecting a Replacement Battery When the battery requires replacement always choose a battery with the same physical and elec trical characteristics...

Page 71: ...ter shuts down the batteries will require recharging through the converter when the motor home is plugged into external AC service or when oper ating the generator The batteries will also be recharged...

Page 72: ...for heating any space Check engine fuel lines Fuel leakage in or around the compartment is an extreme fire hazard Do not use the generator until fuel leaks are repaired Check to be sure the generator...

Page 73: ...oach is connected to a smaller electrical service such as NOTE Refer to the generator operating instructions provided in your Owner s Information Package for informa tion before starting the generator...

Page 74: ...20 AMP Minimizes circuit breaker tripping when connected to Generator Source 30 AMP or 20 AMP service Eliminates manual appliance select switches Senses current of owner added loads Owner selectable...

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Page 76: ...handling lighting and ventilating procedures WARNING IF YOU SMELL PROPANE 1 Extinguish any open flames pilot lights and all smoking materials 2 Do not touch electrical switches 3 Shut off the Propane...

Page 77: ...ill Propane containers to more than 80 capacity Overfilling can result in uncontrolled Propane flow which can cause fire and explosion A properly filled container holds about 80 of its vol ume as liqu...

Page 78: ...turn off all appliances if the unit is not being used Always have the system checked by a profes sional any time you detect a garlic rotten egg like odor or hear a sustained hiss when you turn the Pr...

Page 79: ...Please read and follow these instructions Air trapped in the Propane lines may delay the initial lighting of any appliance It could take several seconds or minutes for the Propane to reach the applian...

Page 80: ...Package Before operating the refrigerator when the motor home is parked make sure it is level If it is not level the refrig erant will not circulate cooling action will stop and the refrigeration sys...

Page 81: ...nces section in the Propane System chapter of this manual When you use the range oven for cooking or baking always open a vent or window to pro vide ventilation Never operate the range or oven when yo...

Page 82: ...a generator VIDEO CONTROL CENTER The video control center located in the front overhead allows routing of the antenna cable satellite or DVD signals to both the front and the rear TV s independent of...

Page 83: ...adjacent to the microwave cabinet WASHER DRYER READY If an electric dryer is installed in the future by either you your dealer or another appliance installer the installation must comply with the foll...

Page 84: ...the form of chalking fading and yellowing The best insurance against these effects is routine maintenance If the finish is not washed and waxed thoroughly the surface can deteriorate rap idly The foll...

Page 85: ...hed The mask is designed for use while traveling Always keep your front end mask clean To better protect your RV s finish wax the area to be covered by your front end mask Windows Doors Vents and Lock...

Page 86: ...or missing sealant If you find any of the above defects 1 Clean all areas to be resealed with an appropriate cleaner and clean rags 2 Make sure that all areas to be resealed are absolutely dry before...

Page 87: ...portions of your warranty Interior If you want to attach items to the inte rior walls YOU MUST USE RIVETS The riv ets can be installed with a hand operated tool such as the Arrow E Z Pull Model RH200...

Page 88: ...uous usage and or exten sive miles driven If you are a full timer or using your RV in severe climate conditions follow the full timer severe climate scheduled mainte nance program as outlines in your...

Page 89: ...arms and GFI receptacles Complete Propane pressure check and L system check Service appliances and equipment refrigerator roof air conditioner furnace generator etc G Inspect generator exhaust system...

Page 90: ...See Winterization section in this manual 10 Turn off water pump and water heater switches 11 Turn off Propane at tank valve 12 Turn off refrigerator and furnace 13 Turn off range and oven burner valve...

Page 91: ...gasoline fuel stabiliz ers should be added whenever actual or expected storage periods exceed 60 days Follow the additive manufacturer s instruc tions Operate the vehicle regularly during the storage...

Page 92: ...rom ALL plumbing fixtures has been drained 13 Close holding tank drain valves 14 Pour approximately five gallons of approved non toxic antifreeze into the fresh water tank 15 Turn the water pump maste...

Page 93: ...ly inspect the outside of the vehi cle Look for animal nests in wheel wells under the hood in air cleaner or in other out of the way places 2 Remove all appliance vents ceiling vent and air conditione...

Page 94: ...ioner s Be sure to uncover air condi tioner shroud s 24 Inspect the Propane system and check for leaks as described in the Propane System chapter If the Propane tank shows signs of rust or corrosion h...

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Page 96: ...with all four tires on the ground Doorside The right side of the motor home from the driver s point of view So named because the main entry exit door is on this side FIN Fleetwood Identification Numb...

Page 97: ...ard that has your name and vehicle ID FIN embossed on it Use this card when you request or need warranty serv ice Please note that this is NOT a credit card You cannot purchase anything with it It is...