Jayco Kiwi, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...Where Tradition and Innovation Meet Kiwi Kiwi Too Travel Trailer Owner s Manual...

Page 2: ...dy on sale Just call us with your VIN and we will find what you need and ship it directly from Jayco to your front door Like Jayco we are family owned and operated Our courteous professionals are here...

Page 3: ...applicable to this vehicle The owner s failure to provide required service and or maintenance could result in the loss of warranty The owner should review Jayco s limited warranty and the limited war...

Page 4: ...with your fellow JAFARIANS and their flights to enjoy a special kind of togetherness fun games and entertainment provide memories to last a lifetime And how about the exotic surroundings of NEW ORLEAN...

Page 5: ...ix Flags and Busch Corp Parks A special price is available on Wheeler s Campground Guides Discounts with Hertz Rental Car Discounts with Coach Net an emergency roadside service Farm City Insurance has...

Page 6: ...Service Warranty Registration 5 Service Procedures 7 Basic Service Procedures 7 Dealer 7 Factory 8 Parts 8 Owner sResponsibility 8 Towable Transferable Limited Warranty 9 Chapter 3 Use of Your Travel...

Page 7: ...ty Fill Tank 26 Fills 26 12 Volt Demand Pump 27 Sanitizing and Filling the Potable Water System 27 Faucets 27 Bath and Shower 28 Outside Shower Option 28 Operation 28 Drainage 28 Winterizing Your Trav...

Page 8: ...perating Instructions 49 To Turn Off Gas to Appliance 50 Ducting and Return Air 50 Stove 50 Drop in Cooktops 50 Range and Oven Operation Option Kiwi Too Only 52 Water Heater 53 Pilot Operation 54 Elec...

Page 9: ...terior 66 Exterior 67 Fabric Care Kiwi Only 67 Cushions Bed Mats 67 Tents 68 Exterior 68 Interior 68 Condensation 69 Screen Room 69 Fiberglass Screening 69 Chapter 7 Options Air Conditioner Option Kiw...

Page 10: ...which is a supplement to various other instructions supplied by the manufacturers of separately warranted products Keep this owner s manual in your recreation vehicle for handy reference Get to know y...

Page 11: ...one 1 877 825 4782 or 1 219 825 0608 Washington D C Area 368 0123 Business Hours 8 00 5 00 Mon Fri E S T You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline Safety in Usi...

Page 12: ...rounded two prong receptacle Safety When Emergency Stopping Pull off the roadway as far as possible for emergency situations and turn on the vehicular hazard warning flashers If necessary display your...

Page 13: ...nd draining systems to avoid freez ing problems Consult your local dealer or RV supply house for additional material Adequate gas and electrical supply is needed along with protection from possible fr...

Page 14: ...5 CHAPTER 2 OBTAINING SERVICE WARRANTY REGISTRATION...

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Page 16: ...tance is needed contact Customer Relations Dept Jayco Incorporated P O Box 460 Middlebury IN 46540 Phone 1 877 825 4782 or 1 219 825 0608 Business Hours Monday Friday 8 00 5 00 EST Give all the above...

Page 17: ...help you prevent conditions arising from neglect that are not covered by your Jayco Limited Warranty Maintenance service should be performed in accordance with this owner s manual and any other appli...

Page 18: ...9 TOWABLE TRANSFERABLE LIMITED WARRANTY...

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Page 20: ...is also important and will affect your trailer s handling Become familiar with and understand how to properly distribute loads in your trailer and tow vehicle and never overload either unit Make sure...

Page 21: ...amily and other motorists Short wheel bases on tow vehicles can contribute to sway WARNING We recommend the use of an anti sway device or sway control for all tow vehicle trailer combinations CAUTIONS...

Page 22: ...our 12 volt electrical connector from tow vehicle to trailer 12 The following items should be inspected prior to your journey All lights should be in working order Stabilizer jacks should be in the re...

Page 23: ...iew mirrors frequently to observe your trailer and traffic conditions When being passed by a large truck or bus be prepared for displaced air as it may cause the trailer to sway slightly Steer straigh...

Page 24: ...will be found inside the trailer An important term in addition to the label information is the GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating The GAWR is the maximum weight rating that components of each axle are desi...

Page 25: ...f the following UVW full fresh potable water weight including the water heater full LP gas weight GCWR Gross Combination Weight Rating means the value specified by the trailer manufacturer as the maxi...

Page 26: ...with waste in your holding tanks Full holding tanks are not calculated into the cargo carrying capacity of the unit and the extra weight will greatly diminish the cargo weight available to you possib...

Page 27: ...handling characteristics of the vehicle TIRES All Jayco towable travel trailers are equipped with name brand tires designed and built for recreation vehicles Tires are radial in design having two ste...

Page 28: ...e accelerated wear and damage The battery in the tow vehicle is the primary power source that operates the brakes in your travel trailer Keep your battery and charging system in working operation to e...

Page 29: ...ehicle operator begins to decrease speed and apply the brakes the weight of the moving travel trailer pushes forward and the coupler moves downward This pressure moves the plunger which in turn pushes...

Page 30: ...Second it is more comfort able to live on the level Should a level site not be available use short 2 x 6 blocks of wood to raise the low side wheels Before unhooking the travel trailer from tow vehicl...

Page 31: ...dge The JA model also has one strap on the rear bed 1 Locate the bed brace supports found in the roadside front compartment and insert one end into the brace receptacle located on the tongue in front...

Page 32: ...you are now ready to make attachments to various facilities as listed but not limited to 1 Fresh water hose supply 2 Waste water hose connection s 3 120 volt power cord electrical hookup 4 Turn on LP...

Page 33: ...uch as hair dryers to this receptacle Maximum current rating of this receptacle is 7 5 amps at 12 volt DC To Test System 1 Make sure the TV set is working properly 2 Switch the power supply ON and OFF...

Page 34: ...s and push the bed board into place CAUTION If the bed does not close easily inspect the bed cushion from the sides looking for obstructions Once obstruction is located lower the bed board correct the...

Page 35: ...especially in mountain regions Water pressure regulators are available to protect your system against such high pressure A regulator of this type is recommended to prevent damage to plumbing systems...

Page 36: ...ollowing methods to determine the amount of common household bleach to sanitize the tank Multiply gallons of tank capacity by 0 13 the result is the ounces of bleach needed to sanitize the tank Multip...

Page 37: ...t the faucet not the shower head Outside Shower Option A convenient faucet assembly with hot and cold water is available to use for washing or rinsing on the outside of the camper OPERATION 1 Activate...

Page 38: ...eeze or Methanol windshield washer antifreeze in your fresh water system They are harmful and may be fatal if swallowed Two methods of winterizing your travel trailer after draining and flushing your...

Page 39: ...4 features two levers on the back side to flush the toilet OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AQUA MAGIC STARLIGHT GALAXY Your toilet is efficient and easy to operate Prior to utilizing the unit or after dumping...

Page 40: ...r added convenience and better sanitation system performance it is advisable to always have four to six inches of water in the toilet Prior to using the sanitation system it is strongly recommended to...

Page 41: ...n is required However placing a small quantity of chemicals into this tank such as baking soda or an approved concentrated holding tank deodorant will reduce odors from food particles in the system CA...

Page 42: ...nace This system has containers that contain the fuel and also regulators to control the pressure of the fuel and supplies the gas vapor to the various appliances When correctly used the LP system is...

Page 43: ...lling When the container is filled to 80 the maximum level for safety a liquid will appear replacing the vapor Stop filling immediately and close both valves HAND TIGHTEN ONLY WARNING A propane contai...

Page 44: ...ppliances for leakage with soapy water or bubble solution Do not use products that contain ammonia or chlorine AD 34 OPD Overfill Protection Supplied with your travel trailer is information that appli...

Page 45: ...the line will permit the hoses to be properly installed Main Supply Hose The main supply hose will be attached from regulator to brass manifold fitting in the frame of the travel trailer Swivel brass...

Page 46: ...P gas regulator is protected from road spray If water enters the vent in the regulator it may freeze the pressure controlling diaphragm in the open position so that the container pressure is applied t...

Page 47: ...off the gas supply at the tank valve s or gas supply connection 5 Open doors and other ventilating openings 6 Leave area until odor clears 7 Have the gas system checked and leakage source corrected be...

Page 48: ...convenience without being totally out of propane LP DETECTOR All recreation vehicles containing LP fuel systems with propane consuming appliances require a propane leak detection device for safety pro...

Page 49: ...flash and the alarm will sound when dangerous levels of gas are detected The detector will continue to alarm until the gas clears or the mute switch is pressed Reference Procedures to Take During an...

Page 50: ...n while the sounder beeps twice every fifteen seconds The mute switch will not function Remove the detector immediately and return it for repair or replacement Low Power Operation This detector will o...

Page 51: ...AC System Power Cord Your travel trailer is equipped with a 30 amp power cord pre wired into the breaker box By opening the cable hatch Fig 4 7 you can pull the power cord out from the compartment an...

Page 52: ...with faulty insulation and at the same time is in contact with an electrical ground such as a plumbing fixture wet floor or earth This G F C I receptacle will not protect against short circuits or ove...

Page 53: ...planation on these items will follow in this section CAUTION Your RV has many 12 volt DC loads When combined they total more power consumption than is available with the 12 volt DC converter Periodic...

Page 54: ...overcharge a battery unless a the battery has low or dead cell s or b converter has a malfunction The charging module on some converters have a positive shut off and on others there is a reduced char...

Page 55: ...hts clearance lights turn signals brake lights etc Below is a diagram Fig 4 9 showing the color code of a seven 7 wire harness and connector and the exterior lighting schematics Also note positive wir...

Page 56: ...2 Tail Light 1157 Power Hood Lights 912 Turn Signal Brake 1157 Backup Light 1156 Clearance Light 194 Brakes Electric brakes operate on 12 volt power from tow vehicle through blue and white wires on 7...

Page 57: ...ed in any manner to ensure your personal safety In order for the furnace to operate a fully charged 12 volt battery or 120 volt power through converter must be available Listed below are instructions...

Page 58: ...s If the valve will not turn by hand do not try to repair it Call a qualified service technician Using force may result in a fire or explosion E Do not use the appliance if any part has become wet Imm...

Page 59: ...e you wish to operate the stove it must be lit manually Ensure that the propane supply is turned on and that there is a sufficient supply All top burner and oven controls operate counterclockwise and...

Page 60: ...his may cause sooting which may discolor the burners or your utensils Do not leave an empty utensil or one which has boiled dry on a hot top burner The utensil could overheat and damage the utensil or...

Page 61: ...res Never pick up a flaming pan Smother a flaming pan with a tight fitting lid or cookie sheet Flaming grease outside of the pan can be extinguished with baking soda or a multipurpose dry chemical or...

Page 62: ...the back of the oven under the broiler shelf and to the left of the oven burner c Set the oven control knob to PILOT ON to maintain pilot flame The oven and broiler are now ready for operation see St...

Page 63: ...OL FIG 5 2 a Turn lighting control dial Fig 5 2B to pilot position b Depress and hold reset push button Fig 5 2A while lighting pilot burner Fig 5 3D c Allow pilot to burn for one half minute before r...

Page 64: ...Place remote switch in OFF position b Remove red wire from left hand terminal of ECO switch ECO to valve 6 If heater fails to operate due to high water temperature the heater will go into a lockout co...

Page 65: ...quired for safety in all water heaters rated at 125 52 C It is normal for this valve to release a small quantity of water during the heating cycle Opening a faucet on the hot side will release pressur...

Page 66: ...remove the relief valve prior to flushing and insert air pressure through the relief valve support flange Fresh Water Pump fresh water into tank with the assistance of an onboard or external water pr...

Page 67: ...installations adjustment change to or maintenance of the refrig erator can cause personal injury property damage or both Have service and maintenance work done by your dealer or by a Norcold authorize...

Page 68: ...efrigerator between propane gas AC electric and OFF The gas safety valve 3 is built into the control panel As long as a flame is present the valve is open and allows propane gas to flow into the burne...

Page 69: ...nge the flame from high fire to low fire as do some RV refrigerators If the cooling load changes you must manually change the gas control to maintain the same temperature inside the refrigerator When...

Page 70: ...in the burner area This could cause a fire or explosion and result in dangerous personal injury or death When a flame is present and the flame indicator D illuminates release the safety valve If the f...

Page 71: ...erature setting The MODE button 8 controls the operation mode of the refigerator Push and hold the MODE button and a light bar flashes in the center display beside each of the four operating modes of...

Page 72: ...n the capacities of the water tanks and the battery condition In fifth wheel travel trailers and conventional travel trailers you will find a wall mounted panel as shown Follow instructions below rega...

Page 73: ...ant to use Fiberglass Sidewalls Fiberglass walls are very durable and are easy to maintain To keep them looking nice wax and buff them once a year Standard automotive cleaning soaps and waxes work wel...

Page 74: ...s recommended INTERIOR CARE Furniture To clean furniture frequently vacuum or brush lightly to remove dust and dirt Vinyl can be wiped clean with a damp cloth For best results professionally dry clean...

Page 75: ...c can be gently steam cleaned on the cushions or mats if necessary All dinette and bed mat covers are treated with stain protector Vacuum the cover with a brush attachment periodically to remove dirt...

Page 76: ...re frequently and the fabric will probably need more attention than your furniture at home Please follow these guidelines for cleaning upholstery fabrics on the cushions bed mats Frequent vacuuming wi...

Page 77: ...s mildew which is the result of storing your unit for any period of time with a damp or wet canvas even for short periods This is even more important in humid climates If the tent must be stored wet o...

Page 78: ...trailer SCREEN ROOM Care should be taken when setting up and putting screen room away to avoid tears and cuts When putting away the deluxe screen room the curtains should be in the down position and...

Page 79: ...ner is subjected to wind pressures along with motor vibration during normal operation Annually inspect the mounting bolts for tightness to ensure there is no leakage or looseness Retighten bolts when...

Page 80: ...eaks must be heard and felt to insure proper seating of the tire for travel The tire must be in contact with the surface to be in the travel position WARNING DO NOT exceed the maximum load capacities...

Page 81: ...rill does not light turn the gas off wait five minutes and repeat the above steps 7 Use the temperature control knob to adjust the grill to the desired temperature The BBQ Grill grate is coated with s...

Page 82: ...ts of cover until they are centered on hinge posts and gently push down at approximately 45 until you feel the engagement TV ANTENNA Lubricating the Elevating Gear Fig 8 1 The elevating gear will need...

Page 83: ...cian and discard it if necessary STORING YOUR TRAVEL TRAILER Depending upon your area and where your unit is stored your travel trailer may be a target for damage from rodents and insects To protect y...

Page 84: ...ever let bearings run dry Never overpack wheel bearing especially in the middle of hub It will trap heat and possibly dis perse grease from seals or dust cap Never overtighten wheel bearings as they w...

Page 85: ...cant on the moving mechanism to insure ease of operation such as silicone spray We recommend that you use conventional grease on ball of hitch for ease of operation Lubricate the jack by extending to...

Page 86: ...eakage once per year Also adjust regulator for oper ating pressure DO NOT smoke while changing bottles or any lines DO NOT allow connec tions to become loose Brakes It is important to have brakes adju...

Page 87: ...eal as necessary or at least one time each year Contact your dealer for the appropriate sealant to use Using poor quality seal ing materials Ignoring sealed areas Entrance Door See Fig 8 4 Inspect and...

Page 88: ...79 INSPECTION POINTS FOR SEALING Fig 8 4 Kiwi Too Travel Trailer 1 Moldings 4 Windows 2 Vents 5 Exterior Attachments 3 Slideout Trim 6 Marker Tail Lights...

Page 89: ...80 Fig 8 5 Kiwi Travel Trailer 1 Moldings 4 Windows 2 Vents 5 Exterior Attachments 3 Slideout Trim 6 Marker Tail Lights...

Page 90: ...e values First Twenty Five Miles q Tighten wheel nuts to specified torque values First Fifty Miles q Tighten wheel nuts to specified torque values First Two Hundred Miles q Tighten wheel nuts to speci...

Page 91: ...ter owner s manual for ideal flame Clean and adjust as necessary q Compare refrigerator pilot flame with ideal flame Refer to the refrigerator owner s manual for ideal flame Clean and adjust as necess...

Page 92: ...rings q Lubricate moving parts on the awning hardware Awning option only q Oil drive shaft bearings q Manually operate the pressure temperature control lever or dial to the lowest possible position on...

Page 93: ...day you bought it We work closely with Jayco dealers to provide customer service for you We honestly feel that Jayco dealers are on the whole the best in the business And with nearly 300 of them in th...