Fleetwood american flyer pacearrow 1995, Owner'S Manual

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Page 3: ...efects are limited to the following roof structure _sub floor structure exterior walls interior walls and ceilings Written notice of defects must be given to the selling dealer or manu facturer not later than ten 10 days after the expiration of the warranty period The owner is responsible for normal maintenance as described in the Owner s Manual however minor adjustments such as adjustments to the...

Page 4: ...pt of notice of a claim where the dealer was unable or unwilling to resolve the problem the manufacturing plant will repair or replace any parts necessary to correct defects in material or workman ship or will take other appropriate action as may be required If the representatives of the manufacturing plant are unable to resolve the problem and the owner is convinced that it is covered by this war...

Page 5: ... of time inconvenience commercial loss loss of use towing charges bus fares vehicle rental incidental charges such as telephone call or hotel bills or other incidental or consequential damages Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may...

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Page 7: ...product is manufac tured with a urea formalde hyde resin and will release small quantities of formal dehyde Formaldehyde lev els in the indoor air can cause temporary eye and respiratory irritation and may aggravate respiratory conditions or allergies Ventilation will reduce in door formalctehyde levels Weyerhauser Corporation RNING Ventilation is important for making the interior of your motor ho...

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Page 9: ...gas flow which can cause fire or explosion A properly filled container will contain ap proximately 80 percent of its volume as liquid LP gas The following label has been placed in the vehicle near the range IFYOU SMELL GAS 1 Extinguish any open flames pilot lights and all smoking materials 2 Do not touch electrical switches 3 Shut off the gas supply at the tank valve s or gas supply connection 4 O...

Page 10: ...ially im portant that cooking appliances not be used for comfort heating as the dan ger of asphyxiation is greater when the appliance Is used for long periods of time SAFETY REGULATIONS REGARDING LP CAS SYSTEMS AND LP CAS ApPLIANCES WARNING Portable fuel burning equip ment including wood and charcoal grills and stoves shall not be used inside this recreational vehicle The use of this equipment Ins...

Page 11: ... SOME DEfiNiriONS fiRST O 1 TowiNq A VEHiclE OR TRAilER O CARRyiNq CAPACiTy ANd LOAd DiSTRibuTiON 0 A How TO WEiqH YOUR LOAdEd MOTOR HOME WiTHOUT A TRAilER OR OTHER TOWEd LOAd 0 5 How TO WEiqH YOUR LOAdEd MOTOR HOME WiTH A TRAilER OR OTHER TOWEd LOAd O 7 LOAdiNq Tips 0 9 TiRES O 10 TiRE INFlATioN O 10 TiRE REplACEMENT O 11 IFYou GET A FIAT TiRE O 11 CHANqiNq A FIAT TiRE 0 12 SEATS ANd SEAT BElTS O...

Page 12: ... 0 2 UsiNq AiR BRAkES O 24 STOppiNq DisTANCE O 24 BRAkiNq ON DOWNqRAdES O 24 AiR SUSPENSioN SySTEM O 2 5 MANEUVERiNG iN TRAffic O 25 USiNq THE ENqiNE TO Sloll THE MOTOR HOME O 26 REAR ViEW VidEO MONiTOR O 28 Body UNdERCOATiNG O 28 FUEl ANd FuEl SYSTEMS O 29 FUEL Fill O 29 FuEl RECOMMENdATioNS O 29 ENGiNE FAN O O EXHAUST SYSTEM HEAT O O ENGiNE TEMPERATURE GAUGES O O CARboN MONOxidE SAfETY PRECAUTio...

Page 13: ...TORAGE 04 EXTERioR COMPARTMENTS 04 INTERioR STORAqE 04 6 INTERioR ANd FURNis iNGS 04 6 DiNffiE CONVERSioN 04 6 SoFAILouNqE CONVERSioN 0 04 7 DOORS PRivACY DividERs 04 7 INTERioR LiqlfTiNq 04 7 OVERHEAd VENTS 04 8 FoldiNq CHAiRS 04 8 MONiTOR PANEl 04 8 EffECTS of LONG TERM OCCUpANCy 04 10 VENTilATioN ANd CONTROlliNq CONdENSATioN 04 10 FiRE SAfETY 04 12 FiRE SAfETY PRECAUTioNS 04 1 SMokE DETECTOR 04...

Page 14: ...5 7 ToilET 05 8 DRAiNiNq THE HoldiNG TANks 05 8 HoldiNq TANk CARE 05 10 06 ElECTRicAl SySTEMS 06 1 C Assis 12NolT ElECTRicAl SYSTEM y 06 1 CHAssis Bulbs ANd FUSES 06 1 flEETWood 12NolT HOUSE ANd AUTOMOTivE SYSTEM 06 2 BATTERiES 06 BATTERY DisCONNECT 06 BATTERYINSPECTioN ANd CARE 06 BATTERY CHARqiNG 06 5 SElECTiNq II REplACEMENT BATTERy 06 5 SOlAR PANEl 06 6 AuxiliARY START SYSTEM 06 6 120 Yo1T SYS...

Page 15: ...ES 07 4 LP GAS REquluOR 07 4 USiNG LP GAS SYSTEM AT Low TEMPERATURES 07 5 FilliNG LP GAS TANks 07 6 LP GAS SYSTEM LEAk C Ecks 07 7 LP LEAk DETECTOR 07 8 LiG TiNG LP GAS AppliANCES 07 9 08 AppliANCES 08 1 WATER HEATER 08 J WATER HEATER BYPASS VAlvE 08 2 REfRiGERATOR 08 2 FURNACE 08 2 RANGE 08 RANGE EX AUST Hood 08 AiR CoNdiTioNER 08 4 DUAL AiR CONdiTiONERS 70 AMP SERVicE 08A ENTERTAiNMENT EQuipMENT...

Page 16: ...of COMPONENT ANd MoldiNq RESEAliNq 09 5 INTERioR 09 6 FAbRics 09 6 ConiAN Top CARE 09 6 LAMiNATE Top CARE 09 6 WAlls ANd CEiliNq PANEtS 09 7 BATHTUb ANd PlAsTic SHOWER STAll 09 7 FlOORS ANd CARpETiNq 09 7 Wood FlOOR CARE 09 7 BRASS COMpONENTS 09 8 ENqiNE ACCESS 09 8 FuEl WATER SEpARATOR 09 J0 MAiNTENANCE C EcklisT 09 J0 LAMps ANd Bulbs 09 J J FUSES ANd CiRcuiT BREAkERS 09 J2 EXTERiOR SEAlANTS 09 J...

Page 17: ...TS 10 1 SHORT TERM STORAGE 10 1 LONG TERM STORAGE 1O WiNTERiZATioN I0 5 WATER SYSTEM WiNTERiziNG 10 5 REACTivATiNG THE MOTOR HOME AfrER STORAGE 10 9 MAi NTENANCE CHART GlOSSARY AMERiCAN FLYER CopYRiqHT 1994 FlEETWood ENTERPRisES INC All RiqliTS RESERVEd ...

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Page 19: ...RRANTiES 01 2 WARRANTY SERVicE 01 REPORTiNG SAfETY DEfECTS 0 1 6 OWNER S INfoRMATioN PACkAGE 01 6 Clt ssis ANd VElticLE IdENTificATioN Ol a AMEfliCAN FLYER CopYRiqliT 1994 FIEElWood ENTERPRisES INC All RiqHTS RESERVEd ...

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Page 21: ...e in the Owner s Information Package and Chassis Operator s Manual This information outlines important areas of maintenance and provides a maintenance schedule for you to follow for safe trouble free service from your motor home Study these instructions carefully before you operate the motor home for the first time A good work ing knowledge of your motor home and how to care for it will help you e...

Page 22: ...ll as the rights and obligations of the dealer and manufacturer Please read this section carefully You will be better informed in case you have a warranty related problem and your dealer will be better able to get you on the road again If you have any questions about the war ranty or what it does or does not cover please contact your dealer I NOTE This product is de signed for recreational use and...

Page 23: ...ponsible for performing a complete predelivery inspection of the chassis and all motor home components as specified in the predelivery checklists supplied by the motor home and chassis manufacturers You should receive a copy of these completed checklists from your dealer when your motor home is delivered to you As a part of the predelivery inspection procedure the dealer is responsible for road te...

Page 24: ... satisfactory please send a letter describing the circumstances to Fleetwood Enterprises Inc Motor Home Division Service PO Box 7638 Riverside CA 92513 7638 Please include the brand name and serial number of your motor home The serial number is located on the identification tag next to the entry door 4 If you wish to call for assistance please use this toll free telephone number 800 435 7345 There...

Page 25: ...or home If you need service or warranty information the following phone numbers may be helpful Fleetwood Motor Home Service Indiana Parts 800 344 3245 Warranty Technical Service 800 435 7345 Chassis Oshkosh 800 648 8838 Engine Cummins diesel only 800 343 7357 Transmission Allison diesel only 800 252 5283 Refrigerator Dometic 800 544 4881 Range Magic Chef 800 332 4432 Water Heater Atwood 800 847 71...

Page 26: ...sportation Washington DC 20590 You can also obtain other infonnation about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline This package contains important documents about your motor home and its equipment and systems This Owner s Manual is in the package Since this manual does not cover every possible detail of equipment and options installed on or in your motor home there are booklets and instructional mat...

Page 27: ... OF MFR I VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER INCOMPLETE VEHICLE MFD BY BAR CODE DATE OF INC VEH MFR GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATE This tag is located on the left top of the instrument panel GAWR FRONT WITH RIMS TIRES AT PSI COLD SINGLE GAWR INTERMEDIATE WITH RIMS TIRES AT PSI COLD SINGLE GAWR REAR WITH RIMS TIRES AT PSI COLD SINGLE This vehicle conforms to all applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standa...

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Page 33: ...d through the system When the button is out air from outside the vehicle is drawn through the system Normally set the button out to circulate fresh air from outside The RECIRC mode may be used when you desire faster cooling or heating or if outside air is unusually dusty orodorous Air Flow Control Buttons Directs the air to the desired outlets VENT When this button is pushed either warmed or coole...

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Page 35: ...ator Engine high water temperature warning 32 DO NO SIDFf Indicates that transmission shifts are restricted See Engine Transmission Operation 33 34 High Beam Indicator Illuminates when the headlights are switched to high beam 35 Spare 36 Transmission Oil Temperature 37 Low Fuel Indicator 38 Park Brake 39 Service Brakes Indicates a problem in the brake system 40 Ignition Switch Applies electrical p...

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Page 37: ...eries house engine 7 External power cord shore cord 21 Engine 8 Utility compartment 22 Generator access 9 Storage LPG tank 23 Fog lights 10 Fuel fill 24 High mount stop light 11 Driver door 25 Rear view camera washer 12 Air conditioner 26 Rear view camera 13 Water heater 27 Engine air intake 14 TV antenna 28 Engine access AMERiCAN FLYER CopYRiql1T 1994 flEETWood ENTERPRisES INC All RiqHTS RESERVEd...

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Page 39: ... TiRE INFlATioN O l 0 TiRE REplACEMENT O l 0 IF You GET A FIAT TiRE O l 0 CHANqiNq A FIAT TiRE O 12 SEATS ANd SEAT BELTS 0 1 COMbiNATioN LAp ANd SHouldER HEirs O 14 SAfE1 I BElT MAiNTENANCE 0 14 SAfETY RESTRAiNTS FOR Cf tildREN m 14 SAfETY BElrs FOR CltildREN O l SAFETY SEATS FOR CHildREN 0 1 DRiviNG ANd VEhiclE CONTROL O 16 ENGiNE ANd TRANSMissioN m 16 ENGiNE OPERATioN O 17 TRANSMissioN OPERATioN...

Page 40: ...NE TO Slow THE MOTOR HOME 0 26 REAR ViEW VidEO MONiTOR m 28 Body UNdERCOATiNG O 28 Fuel ANd Fuel SYSTEMS O 29 FuEl Fill O 29 FUEL RECOMMENdATioNS O 29 ENGiNE FAN O O EXitAUST SYSTEM HEAT O O ENGiNE TEMPERATURE GAUGES O O CARbON MONOxidE SAFETY PRECAUTioNS O l CARbON MONOxidE DETECTOR o n ATTAcitiNG ACCESSORiES O 2 EMERGENCY TowiNG o AMERiCAN FlYER CopyniqliT T995 FlEETWood ENTERpnisES INC All niqH...

Page 41: ...VWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating This is the maximum allowable load that this motor home was designed to carry Modifications to your motor home such as installing bigger tires will not in any way increase this weight rating The GVWR is shown on the Federal certification tag posted on the left interior sidewall near the driver s station GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating This is the maximum allowable wei...

Page 42: ...characteristics and will reduce your warranty protection GTW Gross Towed Weight This is the maximum allowable loaded weight that this motor home has been designed to tow and brake This cannot be increased by changing the trailer hitch The GTW is listed on the wardrobe door tag MTW Maximum Tongue Weight Means the maximum vertical load that the towed load applies to the hitch of the motor home The M...

Page 43: ...haracteristics and will restrict your coverage under the Ownercare War ranty Do not tow a vehicle weighing more than the GTW listed on the wardrobe door tag Heavier towed loads can cause braking problems damage the motor home struc ture or drive train cause unstable driving or handling characteristics and restrict your coverage under the Ownercare Warranty Changing the trailer hitch will not incre...

Page 44: ...t can be safely loaded in or attached to the motor home you must know how to distribute the weight so that correct amounts of weight are placed on the axles When the load is properly distributed your motor home will handle better and you as the driver will be more confident and comfortable If your motor home is improperly loaded driving will be more uncomfortable and much of your driving attention...

Page 45: ...ion the attendant will guide you through the cor rect positioning of the motor home on the scales 1 Center the front wheels on the scale platform and take a reading This is the front Gross Axle Weight Reading 1 2 Center the entire motor home all axles on the scale and take a reading This is the Gross Vehicle Weight Reading 2 ON ThE ROAd How TO WEiqH YOUR LOAdEd MOTOR HOME WiTHOUT A TRAilER OR OTHE...

Page 46: ...s taken on the scales to the weight ratings on the Federal certification tag and wardrobe door tag Fill in the chart at the back of this manual to aid in comparing weights If any readings are higher than the ratipg you will have to adjust or remove the load AMERicAN FLYER CoPYRiqln 1994 FLEETWood ENTERPRisES INC All Riqlns RESERVEd ...

Page 47: ...ng I 2 Center the entire motor home so that only the motor home is being weighed Leave the trailer hitched to the motor home but resting off of the scale Reading 2 How TO WEiqh YOUR LOAdEd MOTOR HOME WiTh A TRAilER OR OThER TOWEd LOAd AMERiCAN flYER CopYRiqHT 1994 flEETWood ENTERPRisES INC All RiqHTS RESERVEd ...

Page 48: ...ubtract Reading 1 from Reading 2 This is the rear Gross Axle Weight 5 Compare the readings taken on the scales to the weight ratings on the Federal certification tag and wardrobe doortag Fill in the chart at the back of this manual to aid in comparing weights AMElliCAN FlYEfI CopYRiql T 1994 FlEETwood ENTERPRisES INC All RiqitTS RESERVEd ...

Page 49: ...abinets Secure and brace items so they won t move during travel thereby shifting the load Do not load heavy items near either end ofthe motor home or on the bumpers Atfjust cargo storage to keep the side to side wheel loads as equal as possible Fresh water and waste water weigh over eight pounds per gallon Carry only as much water as neededfor travel use or to balance the load and whenever possibl...

Page 50: ...res also contribute to overall motor home stability and safety Refer to the tire section in your Chassis Operator s Manual for information on maintenance and tire care The proper inflation pressures are stated on the Federal certification tag located on the sidewall near the driver s seat WARNING Do not store or carry LP gas containers gaso line or other flammable liquids inside your motor home Th...

Page 51: ... tag located on the sidewall near the driver s seat In case of sudden tire failure Avoid heavy brake application Gradually decrease speed Hold the steering wheelfirmly and move slowly to a safe off road place Park on a firm level spot Turn offthe ignition Turn on the hazardflasher system ON ThE ROAd TiRE REplACEMENT til NOTE Check the wheel lug nut tightness periodically They could work loose duri...

Page 52: ...tire or wheel CJIANqiNq A FIAT TiRE I NOTE Your motor home is not equipped with a spare tire or wheel ING To avoid personal injury and or property damage If a blowout or other tire damage occurs obtain expert tire service help Do not attempt to change the lire yourself WARNING Truck wheels and tires are extremely heavy and may weigh 100 pounds or more I NOTE Ifyou need on the road tire service and...

Page 53: ... not fully upright there is a greater risk that the child will slide under the safety belt and be seriously injured in a collision Never use a single belt for more than one person or across more than one seating position This greatly increases the risk that one or both of the people will be injured in a colli sion Each designated seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly...

Page 54: ...ine if replacement is necessary Always have your safety belt system checked after a collision In most states you are required by law to u se safety re straints for children If small children less than four years old and under 40 pounds ride in your vehicle you must put them in safety seats that are made specially for children Safety belts alone do not provide maximum protection for these children ...

Page 55: ...w all of the manufacturer s instruc tions that come with the safety seat that you put In your vehicle Make sure that the shoulder belt If provided at the seating position where the safety seat is being used does not cross or rest in front of the child s face or neck If you do not install and use the safety seat properly the child may be injured In a sudden stop or collision SAfETY BElrs fOR ChildR...

Page 56: ...mponents If you anticipate overtaking and passing other vehicles remember that your motor homemay not achieve the required speed as quickly as you expect The maximum RPM for the engine in your motor home is 250 hp 2400 RPM Do not exceed this RPM limit DRiviNG ANd VEhiclE CONTROl ENGiNE ANd TRANSMissioN CAUTION Engine overspeed engine spe d in excess of high idle no load RPM can damage the engine I...

Page 57: ...make sure they are operatmg correctly The motor home will not move until the air brakes and suspension systems are sufficiently full of air Normal brake system air pressure is 90 120 psi Normal Shut Down Procedure 1 Shift transmission into NEUTRAL 2 Pull out on the Parking Brake knob to engage the parking brake 3 Let engine idle for a minimum of 3 minutes for proper cool down lncrease this time if...

Page 58: ...on does not provide a PARK position The parking brake MUST be set when parking the motor home No special procedure is required although the transmission STARTiNG THE VEHiclE must be in the NEUTRAL position The digital display will indicate NEUTRAL SELECT Displays the range of gears selected by the operator MONITOR Displays the current gear of transmission operation Shift Selector To move the selec...

Page 59: ... the MODE light is ON the ECONOMY mode is activated DO NOT SHIFT Light This indicator is located on the instrument panel lllumi nation of this light accompanied by eight seconds of short beeps from the shift selector indicates that shifts are being restricted ON ThE ROAd AMERiCAN Flym CopyniqHT 1994 FlEEnvood ENTmpnisES INC All niqHTs nEsmvEd 07 19 ...

Page 60: ...ansmission fluid temperature is outside the normal limits stop the vehicle at a safe location and summon service If the temperature is within limits the vehicle may be carefully driven to a service facility if conditions can be negotiated safely TIlumination of the DO NOT SHIFT or SERVICE light during vehicle operation indicates that the ECU has regis tered a diagnostic code Diagnostic codes can b...

Page 61: ...e green needle on the air pressure gauge indicates front brake system air pressure The red needle indicates rear brake system air pressure Please note that the vehicle will not move until air pressure is sufficient to release the brake safety springs A dash indicator will light and a buzzer will sound until the proper operating pressure is reached Air Compressor The air compressor pumps air into t...

Page 62: ...n you push down on the pedal you will feel both a spring pressure and the air pressure back against your foot With practice you will know how to judge the force necessary to stop your motor home Spring Brakes This system is the emergency and parking brake system If air pressure fails or if the parking brake is applied this system engages Check Valves and Gauges Your brake system is equipped with a...

Page 63: ...essary use wheel chocks to hold the vehicle Let hot brakes cool before using the parking brake If the brakes are wet use the brakes lightly while driving in a low gear to heat and dry them ON ThE ROAd AI CAUTION If the low pressure buz zer or light ever comes on while the motor home is in motion exercise extreme caution Stop and park the motor home as soon and as safely as possible by down shiftin...

Page 64: ...re of this increase in stopping distance and anticipate your stops with this in mind Downhill driving puts extra strain on many drivetrain com ponents of your motor home The brakes are easily over loaded and overheated when used for downhill slowing Brake fade will occur if the brakes overheat When driving down long grades shift the transmission to a lower gear at the top of the grade Rule of thum...

Page 65: ... the same as the Semi Automatic Leveling System See Semi Automatic Leveling System Be cautious when maneuvering to allow for the length and width of the vehicle Always allow room to corner and to charige lanes Your vehicle s side view mirrors and rear view camera monitor will help you keep aware of your vehicle s position and the position of other vehicles and or obstruc tions near your motor home...

Page 66: ...ssis Operator s Manual for downhill driving technique To use the engine as a braking force select the next lower gear If the motor home is exceeding the maximum for this gear use the service brakes to slow down When a lower speed is reached the transmission Electronic Control Unit ECU will automatically downshift the transmission Engine braking provides good speed control for going down grades Whe...

Page 67: ...ays shift the transmission to N and set the p l king brake If you can t avoid operating parking or idling your vehicle off road Be aware that combustible materials could catch fire from the vehicle s hot exhaust system Avoid driving your vehicle through or over combustible materials such as leaves grass vegetation or stubble high enough to touch catch or collect on its hot ex haust system Parking ...

Page 68: ...anel When neces sary clean the camera lens and monitor screen with a quality glass cleaner and nonabrasive cloth or towel In keeping with good engineering practice and to meet the requirements of chassis manufacturers certain chassis and underbody components of your motor home have been coated with an undercoating material This material is in tended to assist in protecting these components from co...

Page 69: ...ratures below 32 degrees acceptable performance can be obtained by using blends of No 2 and No 1 diesel fuels The use of lighter fuels can reduce fuel economy Also you should be familiar with the summer and win ter diesel fuel blends formulated specifically for hot and cold climates If you have a summer blend fuel in a cold climate additives can be added to the fuel tank to winter ize the fuel The...

Page 70: ... and other components from possible heat damage caused by the exhaust system Do not remove these shields modify the exhaust system or add additional equipment such as wiring plumbing or other components which will be effected by exhaust system heat Engine temperature gauges have been calibrated to indicatea midrange reading as the normal operating temperature The reason for this is that many owner...

Page 71: ...al attention Shut down the unit and do not operate it until it has been inspected and repaired Do not operate an engine with a damaged exhaust system Check the system frequently for damage Do not under any circumstances modify the exhaust system s in any way CARbON MONoxidE SAfETY PRECAUTioNS AI WARNING Exhaust gases are deadly Do not block the tailpipes or exhaust ports or situate the vehicle In ...

Page 72: ...he operating instructions included in your Owner s Information Package The sidewalls of this motor home are built with VacuBond lamination technology Structural members are located specifically to mount and attach factory installed compo nents and accessories and may be located to support after market accessories not specifically designed for use on or in your motor home Please consult with your d...

Page 73: ...nces and the LP gas tank valve 4 Do not allow any person to ride in the towed vehicle EMERGENCY TowiNG CAUTION Do not allow your motor home to be towed without having the tow truck operator read this section and related sections of the Chassis Operator s Manual CAUTION Do not tow the motor home from the rear Towing from the rear will cause serious overload ing of the front tires and suspension pos...

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Page 75: ...04 4 STORAGE 04 EXTERioR COMpARTMENTS 04 INTERioR STORAGE 04 6 INTERioR ANd FURNisltiNGS 04 6 DiNETTE CoNVERSioN 04 6 SofA LoUNGE CONVERSioN 04 7 FoldiNG DOORS PRivACY CURTAiN DividERs 04 J INTERioR LiGHTiNG 04 7 OVERHEAd VENTS 04 8 FoldiNG CHAiRs 04 8 MONiTOR PANd 04 8 EFFECTS of LONG TERM OCCUpANCy 04 10 VENTilATioN ANd CONTROlliNG CONdENSATioN 04 10 FiRE SAFETY 04 12 fiRE SAfETY PRECAUTioNS 04 ...

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Page 77: ... and by a switch near the entry step Power for the entry step is supplied by the coach battery The battery must be connected for the step to operate as described below The switches operate the step according to the following table SEMi AuTOMATic LEvEliNG SYSTEM WARNING The leveling system is designed as a leveling system only Do not use the system as a jack or with a jack The spring operation of t...

Page 78: ...main entry door by depressing the c atch or releasing the magnet A holdback mechanism can be used to secure the main door against the side of the motor home Windows in your motor home are either slider or torque pane type Open slider windows by turning the lock knob and sliding the window Open and adjust torque windows by turning the knob or crank located at the bottom of the win dow ENTRY AssisT ...

Page 79: ...ed with a driver s door the armrest contains controls for the driver s window The fuse for the power window is located in the firewall electrical panel The d river s door armrest or driver s side panel also contains controls for the exterior rear view mirror adjustment and heater To adjust mirrors Select either LEFT or RIGHT mirror and press the appropriate arrow Activate the mirror heaters by pre...

Page 80: ...slightly and move it about 45 degrees to either the left or right and lower the blind Stop the blind in mid travel by moving it back to the straight down position Reattach the retainers when traveling To adjust the angle turn the adjusting rod either direction These window shades are splitinto a daytime and a night time adjustment The cord farthest to the right raises and lowers the blind bottom b...

Page 81: ...will not shift while traveling EXTERioR COMPARTMENTS WARNING Do not store flammable volatile liquids or hazardous chemicals inside the motor home or in outside storage compartments Toxic fumes from these liquids or chemicals may enter the interior of the motor home Whenever possible place heavy articles in storage compart ments which are low and in the best location for better weight distribution ...

Page 82: ...section in the On The Road chapter The materials used inside your motor home have been se lected for durability and comfort With reasonable care these materials will stand up under years of recreational living The Maintenance chapter in this manual outlines care re quirements for the various upholstery fabrics floor cabinet and wall finishes To convert the dinette into a bed 1 Unfasten and remove ...

Page 83: ... for traveling be sure to attach the hold back straps to keep them from sliding back and forth Both decorative and utility style 12 volt or lIO volt light ing fixtures may be used in your motor home Utility style fixtures may be either single or dual A slide switch selects either single or dual brightness For your convenience some lights are operated from wall switches Clean the lenses with soapy ...

Page 84: ...the vent cover The screens may be vacuumed or lightly brushed to remove accumulation of leaves or other debris Lubricate the gears and mechanism yearly with a light water resistant grease In some models loose folding chairs are provided for your convenience The chairs are stored in the wardrobe cabinet The monitor panel allows you to conveniently check the approximate levels in the water tanks and...

Page 85: ...ck the panel reading when the fresh water tank is filled b Material trapped on the sides of the holding tanks may give a full reading when the tank is actually empty To check the battery charge 1 Unplug the 120 volt AC power cord to turn the power converter off 2 Press BATTERY 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 batte...

Page 86: ...humidity of the interior air is high Water vapor will condense on the inside of the windows and walls as moisture or in cold weather as frost or ice It may also con dense out of sight within the walls or the ceiling where it will manifest itself as stained panels Appearance of these condi tions indicates a condensation problem When you recognize the signs of excessive moisture and condensation you...

Page 87: ...cess moisture from the interior air While use of a dehumidifier is not a cure all and ventilation storm windows and moisture reduction continue to be important operation of the dehumidi fier will reduce the amount of outside air needed for ventila tion Heating load on the furnace will be reduced and the interior will be less drafty Ventilate while driving Positive air ventilation will help reduce ...

Page 88: ...ng material and therefore must be used properly so this material is not wasted Fire extinguishers are pressurized mechanical devices They must be handled with care and treated with respect They must be maintained as outlined in any maintenance instruc tions provided with the device so they are re_ady to operate properly and safely Parts or internal chemicals may deterio rate in time and need repla...

Page 89: ...se and severity of the fire and risk involved before trying to put it out If the fire is major or is fuel fed move away from the side of the LP gas tank stand clear of the vehicle and wait for the fire department or other emer gency assistance Ifyour motor home is damaged by fire do not drive or live in it until you have had it thoroughly examined and repaired FiRE SAfETY PRECAUTiONS WARNING Do no...

Page 90: ... the alarm will shut off Do not disconnect the battery Replace the battery once a year or immediately when the low battery BEEP signal sounds If the smoke detector fails to operate with new batteries replace it with a new unit available through an authorized Fleetwood Service Center General undertloor layout AMERiCAN flYER CopyniqliT T994 FlEETwood ENTERpnisEs INC All niqliTs nESERVEd ...

Page 91: ...5 2 WATER FilrER 05 4 Low POiNT DRAiNS 05 4 TRoublEsHoOTiNG THE FRESH WATER SYSTEM 05 5 LEAks 05 5 SANiriziNG THE FRESH WATER SYSTEM 05 6 EXTERioR SHOWER 05 6 DRiNkiNG WATER FilrER SYSTEM 05 7 WASTE WATER SySTEM 05 7 ToilET 05 8 DRAiNiNG THE HoldiNG TANks 05 8 HoldiNG TANk CARE 05 10 AMERiCAN FLYER CopYRiqHT 1997 FLEETWood ENTERPRisES INC All RiqHTS RESERVEd ...

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Page 93: ...y be a faucet or valve similar to your garden hose valve at home 2 Run the city water supply for a few seconds to clear the line Turn off the water 3 Attach the other end olthe potable water hose to city water connection located inside the motor home utility compart ment 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 ...

Page 94: ... on board tank When water flows out of this external fill the on board tank is full After filling turn the bypass valve to Normal 2 Gravity fill The external gravity water fill is located on the exterior of the motor home The on board water tank can be filled here To fill the fresh water tank remove the cap remove the vent plug and fill the tank using a potable water hose Check the monitor panel o...

Page 95: ...olt DC pump The pump operates automatically when the pump power switch is ON and a faucet is opened When the faucets are closed the pump shuts off At free flow the pump draws approximately 7 to 7 1 z amps It can run dry for extended periods without damage See Electrical Systems chapter Turn the pump master switch ON to pressurize the system When a faucet is opened after the initial filling of the ...

Page 96: ...r location 1 Loosen the clamp at the inlet end of the filter 2 Pull the water line off the filter 3 Unscrew the filter from the water pump 4 Tum each end of the filter and pull apart 5 Flush out and clean screen 6 Reverse procedure to install 7 Operate the water pump and check for leaks To drain hot and cold lines 1 Open hot and cold valves at the external utility compartment 2 Depress the shower ...

Page 97: ...s Connections at galley and iavy fixtures should not be tightened with a wrench They will normally seal with hand tightening If a leak persists at one of the fittings disconnect it completely and check for mineral deposits or other foreign matter at the seating surfaces Clean the surfaces thoroughly and reinstall the fitting Connections at the water tank pump and valves are made with special clamp...

Page 98: ...lly until water flows steadily then turn them off This will purge any air from the lines 4 Top off water tank with fresh water and wait three hours 5 Drain the entire system by opening all fresh water tank valves faucets and plumbing line drain valves 6 Flush the system with drinking quality water Let the fresh water flow through the system for several minutes to flush out the chlorine solution 7 ...

Page 99: ... water holding tank and a black water holding tank Generally water from the sinks and shower drains into the grey water tank the toilet drains into the black water tank The holding tanks make the system completely self con tained and allow you to dispose of waste water at your convenience A flexible sewer hose is required to connect the holding tank outlet to the inlet of an approved waste water d...

Page 100: ... possible drain the holding tanks before traveling Waste water and sewage in the holding tanks reduce the carrying capacity of the motor home See the Motor Home Loading chapter Drain the holding tanks only when they are at least 3 4 full If necessary fill the tanks with water to 3 4 full This provides sufficient water to allow complete flushing of waste material into the sewer line During extended...

Page 101: ...ank to drain completely Rinse and flush the tank through the toilet 5 When the tank is empty push the handle in to close the valve 6 Run enough water into the tank to cover the bottom This will aid the break up of solid wastes 7 To drain the grey water tank repeat the steps above using the small knife valve This iank is drained last to aid in flushing the outlets and hose The grey water knife valv...

Page 102: ...both knife valves closed and locked and the drain cap tightly in place when using the system on the road Use only cleaners that are approved for use in septic tank or RV sanitation systems Use a special holding tank deodorant chemical approved for septic tank systems in the black water holding tank These chemicals aid the breakdown of solid wastes and make the system much more pleasant to use Do n...

Page 103: ... drain cleaners Do not use motorized drain augers Sometimes the holding tank valve will get clogged In this case a hand operated auger may be necessary Be ready to close the valve quickly once the clog is cleared If the seal gets damaged it is easily replaced TYPICAL HOT COLD DIAGRAM PlllMbiNq SYSTEMS BELOW FLOOR SYSTEM ABOVE FLOOR SYSTEM AMERiCAN FLYER CopYRiql1T 1994 FLEETWood ENTERPRisES INC Al...

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Page 105: ...TERy 06 5 SOLAR PANEl 06 6 AuxiliARY START SySTEM 06 6 120 Yoh SYSTEM 06 7 POWER CORd Hook Up 06 7 POWER CONVERTER 06 8 GENERATOR 06 8 GENERATOR FUEl Supply 06 9 GENERATOR OpERATioN 06 9 GENERATOR COOliNq SySTEM 06 10 GENERATOR OpERffTiNq SAFETY PRECAUTioNS 06 10 POWER INVERTER 06 12 GROUNd FAUlT CiRCUiT INTERRUPTER 06 1 2 BAsic ELECTRicAl WiRiNG DiAGRAM 06 1 AMEniCAN FIYEn CopyniqHT 1997 FlEE1lvo...

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Page 107: ...12 volt or vehicle electrical system It includes the vehicle battery engine charging system ignition system ChAssis 12 Voh EL CTRicAL SYSTEM instrumentpanel and controls the headlights taillights turn signals other vehicle lights and accessories The 12 volt chassis fuse panel is located under the driver s side instrument panel Fuses will interrupt the flow of electricity if a circuit is overloaded...

Page 108: ... The automotive 12 volt DC electrical panel is located in the exterior storage compartment behind the left hand rear wheel This panel contains the fuses battery disconnect system components and circuitry for the entry step controls fog lights and some other auiomotive circuitry Always replace fuses with equivalent types as marked on the fuse I NOTE Power for living area ra dios and tape decks is a...

Page 109: ...at are cracked or broken Keep the battery clean Acid film and dirt on the battery top may permit cur rent to flow between the terminals and discharge the battery To clean the battery 1 Be sure the vent caps are installed and tight 2 Wash the battery with a diluted solution of baking soda and water to neutralize any acid present 3 Flush with clean water Foaming around terminals or on top of the bat...

Page 110: ...e working on either electrical system If you work on the electrical systems with the power cord connected you may be shocked elec trocuted or severely burned WARNING Remove rings metal watchbands and other metal jewelry before working around a bat tery Use caution when using metal tools If a tool contacts a battery terminal or metal con nected to it a short cir cuit could occur which could cause p...

Page 111: ...oster leads or cables Attaching booster cables and poor connections are a common cause of electrical arcs which can cause explosion Check and adjust the electrolyte level before charging Fill each cell to the indicator with distilled water Always remove all vent caps before charging the battery Do not charge the battery at a rate that causes the electrolyte to spew out When the battery requires re...

Page 112: ...Contact your dealer for mordnformation on these optional panels You can use the Auxiliary Start System to start the motor home engine with the coach battery if the chassis battery is discharged The Auxiliary Start System has no effect on the vehicle except to aid in starting the motor home engine If the vehicle alternator is operating properly the batteries will be charged while driving To use the...

Page 113: ...or is molded together to form a weatherproof cable assembly Do not cut or alter the cable in any way Do not remove the ground pin in the cable connector or defeat the ground circuit in the motor home ElECTRiCA l SYSTEMS 120 Voh SYSTEM Do not operate the 120 volt electrical system lithout a proper ground Electrocution or severe electrical shock could result AI CAUTION Lightning strikes during thund...

Page 114: ... of the inverter is not practical Controls are located either under the sofa or under the televi sion set in the instrument panel CAUTION Switch off the 50 amp main breakers located in the 120 volt AC load center breaker panel before you insert or re move the 50 amp power plug Be sure to insert or remove the plug straight into or out of the receptacle The neutral and both 120 volt pins should make...

Page 115: ...r from running the motor home fuel tank dry To start the generator 1 Press the generator PRI HEAT button for no more than 30 seconds 2 Press START switch until generatQr is running ELECTRiCA L SYSTEMS I GENERATOR FUEL Supply GENERATOR OpERATioN NOTE Refer to the generator operating instructions provided In your Owner s Information Package for information before starting the gen erator Do not start...

Page 116: ...eating any interior living space Ventilating air can contain high concentrations of deadly gases including carbon mon oxide Check engine fuel lines often Fuel leakage in or around the compartment is an extreme fire hazard Do not use the generator until fuel leaks are repaired GENERATOR COOliNq SYSTEM ArWARNING Do not check the cool ant system at the ra diator cap when the generator is hot The cool...

Page 117: ...lert to ex haust odors or symptoms of carbon monoxide poi soning EIECTRic d SYSTEMS WARNING Do not block the genera tor ventilating air inlets or outlets The engine re quires a constant supply of cooling air Restricted ventilating air inlets or outlets can cause engine failure or fire from engine overheating AI WARNING Exhaust gases are deadly Inspect the generator exhaust sys tem thoroughly befor...

Page 118: ...Interrupter GFCI This device is intended to protect you against the hazards of electrical shocks possible when using electrical appliances in the bathroom or galley or in damp areas Should a circuit or appliance electric shaver hair dryer etc develop a poten tial shock hazard the OFCI device is designed to disconnect the outlet and other outlets on the same circuit limiting your exposure time Test...

Page 119: ...it up to date Because of the many model floor plan and option variations available detailed wiring diagrams are not included in this manual Below is a basic diagram to help you understand the electrical system In certain situations specific wiring dia grams may be available to help troubleshoot a problem If you need specific wiring information please contact your Fleetwood manufacturing facility I...

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Page 121: ... HOSES 07 4 LP GAS REqUlATOR 07 4 USiNG LP GAS SYSTEM AT Low TEMpERATURES 07 5 FilliNG LP GAS TANks 07 6 LP GAS SYSTEM LEAk CllEcks 07 7 LP LEAk DETECTOR 07 8 LiGItTiNG LP GAS AppLiANCES 07 9 AMERicAN FlYER CopYRiqliT 1994 FlEETwood ENTERPRisES INC All RiqitTS RESERVEd ...

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Page 123: ... wherever you travel The LP gas storage tank is mounted on the motor home chassis The gas is stored in the tank as a liquid under pressure A pressure regulator controls the flow of the gas to your appliances A typical LP gas tank installation is illustrated below Although specific details of the system may differ in your motor home the major compo nents and their relationships will be similar to t...

Page 124: ...tank valve s or gas supply con nection Open the door and leave the area until the odor clears Have the gas system checked by a professional and the cause of the leak corrected before using the motor home again 2 Inspect the entire LP gas system for leaks or dam aged parts before each trip and before filling tank See section on LP Gas System Leak checks 3 Never check for leaks with an open flame Us...

Page 125: ...n valve before filling LP gas tank or entering an LP gas bulk plant or motor fuel service station Turn off all pilot lights and appliances individu ally before refueling of motor fuel tanks and or LP gas containers When not individually turned off automatic ignition appliances may continue to spark when LP gas is turned off at the container 9 Do not fill LP gas containers to more than SO capacity ...

Page 126: ... for efficient and trouble free use they can be damaged by sunlight and impuri ties in the air The average life of LP hoses is two to three years Check the hoses for signs of deterioration every time you have the gas tank filled or serviced When you replace hoses be sure that replacements are properly rated and ap proved for RV use The regulator is the heart of the LP gas system It reduces the hig...

Page 127: ...ier or your motor home dealer for information on LP gas blends available in your area and the areas in which you will be traveling The availability of gas is reduced at lower temperatures With this in mind keep your LP tank as full as possible during cold weather Check the BTU hI rating plates on your LP gas appliances This information will help you manage your LP gas use in the best way LP gas sy...

Page 128: ...o fill the LP gas tank drive the motor home to an LP gas supplier or a service station which sells LP gas Do not attempt to fill the tank yourself WARNING Do not fill LP gas containers to more than 80 capacity Overfilling can result in uncontrolled gas flow which can cause fire and explosion A properly filled con tainer holds about 80 of its volume as liquid FiLLiNG LP CAS TANks WARNING Turn off L...

Page 129: ...olution over each fitting joint and connection in the system 2 Open the tank valve 3 Inspect each joint 4 If even the smallest bubbles appear at any joint it is leaking and must be corrected Take the motor home to an authorized Fleetwood service center or your LP gas service facility Do not attempt to repair gas piping unless you have the proper tools and skill Leaks most likely will occur where p...

Page 130: ...so disconnect the gas supply at the LP tank when it senses LP or similar gases such as hair spray or cleaning solvent The detector unit is powered by the l2 volt DC system in your motor home A power switch is located on the panel A green light on the detector front panel indicates that the detector has power If the power switch is OFF gas flow from the tank is cut off by a special electric valve l...

Page 131: ...liances in your Owner s Information Package Please read and follow these instructions Air trapped in the gas lines may delay the first lighting of any appliance It could take several seconds or minutes for the gas to reach the appliance To purge some of the air from the gas system first light a bumer on the range The other appliances will then light more quickly We recommend lighting the pilot lig...

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Page 133: ...diTioNER 08 4 DUAl AiR CONdiTioNERS 50 AMP SERVicE 08A ENTERTAiNMENT EouipMENT 08 5 120 Volr VCR 08 5 120112 Volr TElEvisioN 08 5 VidEo SWiTcHER 08 5 TV ANTENNA 08 6 TV ANd RAdio INTERfERENCE 08 6 MiscellANEOUS AppLiANCES 08 8 WAsHER DRYER DRAiN SCREEN 08 8 AMERicAN FlYER CopYRiqHT 1994 FlEETWOOd ENTERPRisES INC All RiqHTS RESERVEd ...

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Page 135: ...e Turn on the hot water faucet at the galley sink If water flows continuously the heater is full ApPLIANCES The individual appliance manuals included in your Owner s Informa lion Package contain detailed operating and maintenance instruc tions Always refer to the respective manual for the appliance in question WARNING The water heater and furnace combustion air exhaust ports may be extremely hot w...

Page 136: ...of the refrig erator is cool the refrigeration system will usually maintain this temperature If the inside of the refrigerator is hot the food is not precooled and the outside temperature is high it will take longer for your food to be cooled The furnace is a forced air unit fueled by LP gas All fur naces are equipped with a wall thermostat for individual temperature settings The furnace will not ...

Page 137: ...on Refer to Lighting LP Gas Appliances section in the LP Gas System chapter of this manual The exhaust hood allows vapors and cooking odors to es cape and provides a vent for the galley area Switches for the fan and light are located on the front of the microwave The hood has two grease filter screens which require peri odic cleaning To clean remove the screens and wash in soapy water Rinse with w...

Page 138: ...e requirements Remember that air conditioners use a large pOltion of your available electric power If the generator is running either or both air conditioners can operate together Also if the motor home is plugged into 50 amp service both roof air conditioners can be operated simultaneously AIR CONDITIONER 1 NOTE NOTE Your motorhome is equipped with a ceiling ducted air conditioning system Each ro...

Page 139: ...ic utility or the inverter It is mounted on a lift system that allows you to position it for convenient viewing To raise the TV for viewing pull the lever below the front of the TV Push the TV down to secure it for traveling Be sure the catch is secure The video switcher located on top of the VCR allows rout ing of the antenna cable or VCR signals to both the front and rear TVs independent of each...

Page 140: ...als Since distance from the broadcast tower is critical to recep tion clarity remember that TV and FM signals have a range of only about 75 miles under the best of atmospheric and geographic conditions The good reception you get at parks located at great distances from broadcast facilities is prob ably the result of satellite microwave or other cable distribu tion systems The antenna on your RV is...

Page 141: ...n remote areas rather than the roof antenna if the campground provides cable hook up Turn the television antenna Sometimes turning the antenna will pick up a stronger signal Try turning or rotating the antenna throughout its range You may find your signal in a very unexpected direction With FM stereo Signals switch the unit to MONO if possible Some of the phase and noise components of a stereo sig...

Page 142: ...r the generator The removable drain screen which protects the pump from lint and foreign matter needs to be cleaned periodically See your Owner s Infonnatiol Package for more details MISCELLANEOUS ApPLIANCES WASHER DRYER DRAIN SCREEN OPTIONAL ON SELECTED MODELS 08 8 AMERiCAN FlYER CopYRiql1T 1994 FlEETWOOd ENTERPRiSES INC All RiqllT5 RESERVEd ...

Page 143: ...ARE 09 6 LAMiNATE Top CARE 09 6 WAlls ANd CEiliNq PANEls 09 7 BAr fTub ANd PlASTic SHOWER STAll 09 7 FlOORS ANd CARpETiNq 09 7 Wood FLOOR CARE 09 7 BRASS COMPONENTS 09 8 ENqiNE ACCESS 09 8 FUEl WATER SEPARATOR 09 10 MAiNTENANCE CltECkliST 09 10 LAMps ANd Bulbs 09 11 FUSES ANd CiRcuiT BREAkERS 09 12 EXTERiOR SEAlANTS 09 1 2 GENERATOR FibERS 09 12 AMERiCAN FlYER CopYRiqHT 1994 FlEETWood ENTERPRiSES ...

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Page 145: ...r vices for you His trained personnel will assure that your motor home is maintained and repaired in keeping with original pelformance expectations This section is intended to provide the owner and operator with a general overview of service and maintenance informa tion for the motor home Detailed service and maintenance information may be found in the owner s operator s manuals contained in the O...

Page 146: ...lkaline cleaners and abrasives 2 Wax the exterior at least once a year twice it possible with a wax formulated for fiberglass When waxing always read and follow the instructions and precautions on the container Some cleaners and waxes are recommended for use on only certain types of surfaces 3 In some cases a light rubbing compound may be required Always follow rubbing compound with a high quality...

Page 147: ...tor home is located at a beach or is exposed to salt air more frequent lubrication may be required For normal cleaning standard household detergents or cleansers may be used Use a nonabrasive common house hold detergent and plenty of water Be sure to keep the sidewalls wet to reduce streaking Road tar tree sap or other stubborn stains can be removed with a soft rag and xylene MAiNTENANCE WiNdows D...

Page 148: ...n waterproof under sustained effects of weather and vibration However even the finest materials will eventually dry out and lose their effec tiveness under the constant heat of the sun and attack by other elements This section outlines the procedures you must follow to maintain the weatherproof integrity of your motor home Your dealer can perform the resealing inspection and work for you Your deal...

Page 149: ...ant 2 Clean all areas to be resealed with mineral spirits and clean rags 3 Make sure that all areas to be resealed are absolutely dry before new sealant is applied MA iNTENANCE DOOR WiNdow Roof COMPONENT ANd MoldiNG RESEAliNG Do not seal the bottom flanges of windows and doors Special gaps in the sealant have been intentionally left in the bottom flange to provide exterior drainage in the event of...

Page 150: ...e water marks For stains wipe with soapy water or ammonia based cleaners Remove stubbol1l stains on the matte satin finish with an abrasive cleanser For cleaning laminate surfaces uses mild dishwashing liquid with warm water Use a soft cloth for both washing and drying Do not lise abrasive cleaners steel wool or gritty cleaners or damage will occur to the smface INTERioR FAbRics WARNING Do not use...

Page 151: ...r Mild dishwasher detergent Liquid deodorizing cleaner Avoid cleaners with any level of abrasives acetone or MEK methyl ethyl ketone Tile flooring requires only washing and periodic waxing Vacuum carpeting regularly and clean it with a qualify carpet cleaner For routine cleaning use a damp cloth or sponge and polish dry with a towel If needed use regular household liquid detergents and scoming pow...

Page 152: ...the engine cover prop to hold the cover open When installing the engine cover be sure the cover is fully seated on the gasket seal and secured by the clamps Do not allow insulation carpeting or other material to interrupt the seal between the cover and the engine compartment If the engine cover is not installed correctly engine exhaust gases could leak into the passenger compartment creating a saf...

Page 153: ... From outside doors on both the left and right sides and a rear hood may be raised to provide engine access MAiNTENANCE AMERicAN FlYER CopYRiqln 1994 FlEETwood ENTERPRisES INC All RiqllTS RESERVEd ...

Page 154: ... any sediments is visible 5 Turn the valve to the right clockwise to close the drain valve For your convenience a maintenance checklist is included in this manual Options and accessories usually have their own owner user manuals that often contain added maintenance instructions Consult these manuals as required Fud WATER SEPARATOR CAUTION Do not overtighten the valve Overtightening can damage the ...

Page 155: ...00 I 12v Headlight halogen high low beam GE H5006 12y Fog lights PER LUX 6006H Front turn signal lights GE 1157A 12y Front clearance lights GE 67DP 12v Side marker lights GE 194 12v Mirror turn signal lights GE 1895 12v Porch lights Jensen 1003 12v Entry step light GE 193 12y Hood light GE 193 12y Rear clearance lights Truck Lite 19200R 12v Back up lights Truck Lite 40204 12y Stop taillights GE 11...

Page 156: ...rpose 15A General purpose 20A Washer dryer option 20A Windshield 3M SG 4799 black Roof sealant Schnee Moorehead 5504 or LaSalle Deitch MS 102 Oil Filter 185 2123 Onan Fuel Pump Filter 149 1445 Onan Element Fuel Filter 149 2106 Onan FUSES ANd CiRcuiT BREAkERS EXTERioR SEAlANTS GENERATOR FihERS 09 12 AMERicAN Flym CopYRiqliT 1994 FlEETWOOd ENTERPRiSES INC All RiqHTS RESERVEd ...

Page 157: ...ltEckLisTS 10 1 ShORT TERM STORAGE 10 1 LONG TERM STORAGE 10 WiNTERizATioN 10 WATER SYSTEM WiNTERiziNq 10 REACTivATiNG ThE MOTOR HOME AfTER STORAGE 10 9 AMERicAN FLYER CopYRiqln 1994 FIEffivood ENTERPRisES INC All Riql rs RESERVEd ...

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Page 159: ... home as level as possible front to rear and side to side Block wheels front and rear and leave the park ing brake ON Check the charge in the battery Recharge as necessary Remove battery cables Refer to the Chassis Owner s Manual for proper removal and installation sequence Clean termi nals top and sides of batteries and battelY boxes Reinstall cables dress with a plastic ignition spray Use batter...

Page 160: ...ng stored below freezing close and cover all vents to prevent entry of snow or small animals and insects Close and lock all windows Be sure vent fan and range hood fan switches are off Cover exterior appliance vents water heater fumace range hood refrigerator to prevent insects from getting in Be sure to remove all covering material before using appliances or vents Cap or close holding tank drain ...

Page 161: ...batteries with removable vent caps check the specific gravity of the electrolyte periodi cally with a hydrometer or boost charge every three months If the specific gravity is being checked recharge the battery when it reaches 1 220 The time it takes the battery to reach 1 220 depends on its condition and the temperature The colder the storage area the slower the battery will self discharge A norma...

Page 162: ... may be added whenever actual or expected storage periods exceed 60 days Follow the additive manufacturer s instlUctions Operate the vehicle regularly during the storage period to mix and circulate the anti oxidant agent throughout the fuel system Refer to the Chassis Operator s Manllal for procedures on extended vehicle storage Check tire inflation pressures every 30 days Maintain maxi mum rated ...

Page 163: ...ro tect the system to the lowest expected storage temperature or at least _20 F Service and winterize the generator if equipped as outlined in the generator operating manual included in your Owner s Information Package Winterize the LP gas system Your LP dealer or service station will perform this for you Winterize all appliances as outlined in the individual operator s manuals Remove snow accumul...

Page 164: ... proce dure for draining the holding tanks See Plumbing chapter Apply silicone lubrication to the knife valve actuator rod s Be sure ALL water from ALL plumbing fixtures has been drained Open low point drains See Plumbing chapter Close holding tank drain valves low point drain valves and fresh water tank drain valve Pour approximately five gallons of approved non toxic antifreeze into the fresh wa...

Page 165: ...t This will require considerably more antifreeze solution and you may choose to do this step before winteriz ing the cold water lines so you can recycle the solution When filling the plumbing systems with antiti eeze be sure to open and operate all fixtures and valves allowing the antifreeze solution to flow freely o Pour one cup of antifreeze solution down each drain o Install all protective caps...

Page 166: ... valve Drain water from the line 5 Cycle the ice maker several times while blowing com pressed air through the water solenoid valve Be sure all water is out of the solenoid NOTE Up to 40 PSIG air pressure can be used to clear the valve 6 Reconnect and tighten the lines on the solenoid valve Leave the water supply turned off until temperatures are above 32 degrees F O degrees C 7 Dry out the ice ma...

Page 167: ...refrigerator openings are clear and free of debris or insect nests webs etc Open all doors and compartments Check for animal or insect intrusion water damage or other deterioration Refer to the Chassis Operator s Mallllal for procedures on reactivating the vehicle after storage Check all chassis fluid levels engine oil engine coolant power steering tluid brake fluid transmission fluid rear axle oi...

Page 168: ...an Drain flush and sanitize the fresh water system as outlined in the Plumbing chapter Inspect the drain hose for leaks Replace if necessary repairs are usually not effective Install a new water filter cartridge if equipped Operate all faucets aud fixtures in the fresh water system Check for leaks at all joints and fittings Repair if necessmy Check 12 volt circuit breakers and inspect fuses Operat...

Page 169: ...iances and air conditioners Be sure to uncover air conditioner shroud s Inspect the LP gas system and check for leaks as described in the LP Gas System chapter If the LP tank shows signs of rust or corrosion have it inspected by a qualified LPG tech niCian Operate each LP gas appliance Observe all bumeripilot flames for proper color and size In any case have the LP gas regulator adjusted for prope...

Page 170: ...erational checks of steering brakes engine and transmission Operate vehicle slowly during these checks to allow sufficient circulation of fluids and reseating of components Your motor home should now be ready for a new traveling season If you choose your dealer can double check your preparation and correct any defects or make any necessary adjustments AMERicAN flYER CopYRiqln 1994 FlEffivood ENTER...

Page 171: ...d GFI receptacles Service appliances and equipment refrigerator roof air conditioner furnace generator Inspect generator exhaust system Inspect LPG system including leak check Sanitize fresh water tank Clean drapes and interior fabrics Check exterior lamp operation Chassis service Fire extinguisher inspection Smoke detector operation LPG leak detector operation A Start of season B Each trip or mon...

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Page 173: ...ATOR S MANUAI This is the operating and maintenance manual supplied by the chassis manufacturer It is part of your Owner s Information Package It contains information on operating and maintaining the engine transmission drivetrain and other components of the motor home chassis DC CONVERTER An electronic device that changes 120 volt AC energy from the main power connection or the generator to 12 vo...

Page 174: ...ps to keep the diesel fuel in the tank fresh and volatile during long storage periods Also known as anti oxidant GAWR GROSS AxLE WEiqhr RATiNq The maximum allowable weight a specific axle and brake system is designed to carry Each axle has its own GAWR When you add the GAWRs they will not necessarily add up to the GVWR The GAWR is also shown on the Federal certification tag posted on the left inte...

Page 175: ...RAY WATER TANk The water tank in your plumbing system that is designed to contain waste water from the sinks and shower drains ONLY No toilet wastes go into this tank GTW GROSS TowiNq WEiqhT The maximum allowable loaded weight that this motor home has been designed to tow and brake This cannot be increased by changing the trailer hitch The GTW is listed on the wardrobe door tag GYWR GROSS YEhiclE ...

Page 176: ...ou use the vehicle or equipment more efficiently such as a tip OWNER S INFoRMATiON PAckAGE This is a package of papers manu als warranty and instruction cards and other material put together for you by the motor home manufacturer These materials contain operating and maintenance instructions for most of the components and appliances in your motor home OWNERCARE CARd The plastic credit card style c...

Page 177: ...ly on this side SUMMER bLENd FuEl Diesel fuel formulated for use during warm weather UYW UNLoAdEd VEhicLE WEiqhT The calculated weight of the motor home as built at the factory with full fuel engine oil and other engine drivetrain fluids and LP gas The UVW does not include cargo fresh water holding tank contents passengers or accessories installed by the dealer The UVW is listed on the wardrobe do...

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Page 179: ...ving space for site set up o A detailed operating and maintenance guide is included in your Owner s Information Package Read all instructions for this system carefully before operating the slide out CAUTION Never attempt to move your motor home with the slide out room extended Damage can occur to the slide out or motor home 0 American Dream ...

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