Winnebago 2015 Viva!, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...5 DASH AUTO Rev 1513150929 Part No 161500 15 011 Copyright 2014 Winnebago Industries Inc All rights reserved...

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Page 3: ...TIONS General Warnings 2 1 Driving Safety 2 1 Fuel and Propane Gas 2 2 Propane Gas Leaks 2 3 Propane Gas Leak Detector 2 3 Carbon Monoxide Warning 2 4 Carbon Monoxide Alarm 2 4 Smoke Alarm 2 5 Fire Ex...

Page 4: ...ystem 4 9 Air Conditioner Filter 4 9 5 PROPANE GAS Propane Gas Supply 5 1 Safe Use of the Propane Gas System 5 3 Propane Gas Warnings and Precautions 5 3 Propane Gas Pressure Regulator 5 4 Propane Vap...

Page 5: ...ellite Connections 8 5 Exterior Cable TV 12V Connection 8 5 TV Digital Satellite System Wiring 8 5 9 FURNITURE AND SOFTGOODS Dinette Removable Panel 9 1 Sleeping Facilities 9 1 Dinette Bed Conversion...

Page 6: ...e Storage Preparation 10 10 Vehicle Storage Removal 10 10 Chassis Service and Maintenance 10 11 Coach Maintenance Chart 10 12 11 MISCELLANEOUS Loading the Vehicle 11 1 Weighing Your Loaded Vehicle 11...

Page 7: ...de and in no way extend the responsibilities of Winnebago Industries beyond the standard written warranty as presented in this manual The descriptions illustrations and specifications in this manual w...

Page 8: ...additional information you need as well as answer any questions you might have about operating the equipment in your coach When it comes to service remember that your dealer knows your vehicle best an...

Page 9: ...the NHTSA website at http www safercar gov OCCUPANT AND CARGO CARRYING CAPACITY LABELS The following labels are affixed on the driver s door jamb The first label contains vehicle occupant and cargo ca...

Page 10: ...replacing any of the rims onyourvehicle alwaysreplacewitharimthat meets these specifications 8 Cold Inflation Pressure Inflation pressures at Gross Axle Weight Ratings recommended while cold for the t...

Page 11: ...as well as adequate trailer brakes Refer to the chassis operator s manual of your motor home for further towing information 4 Capacities shown are the tank manufacturer s listed water capacity W C Ac...

Page 12: ...________________________________________________________________ YOUR WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES DEALER SERVICE CENTER Name____________________________________________________________________________ Addres...

Page 13: ...le the vehicle is moving WARNING This motorhome has been designed manufactured and tested with concern for the protection of it s occupants We recommend you perform the following inspections for your...

Page 14: ...door is latched securely Never connect natural gas to the propane gas system When lighting range burners do not turn burner controls to On and allow gas to escape before lighting match Portable fuel...

Page 15: ...tor sounds an alarm if an unsafe amount of propane gas is present inside the coach DANGER Do not use gas cooking appliances for comfort heating Can lead to carbon monoxide poisoning which can lead to...

Page 16: ...ommended that the exhaust system and body be inspected by a qualified motorhome service center Each time the vehicle is serviced for an oil change Whenever a change in the sound of the exhaust system...

Page 17: ...by a 9 volt battery and has a sensor that is designed to detect smoke The following label is affixed to the Smoke Alarm Replacement When replacing this alarm we recommend replacing only with the same...

Page 18: ...and donotadapttheplugtoconnecttoareceptacle for which it is not designed Do not attach an extension cord to the utility power cord Do not use any electrical device that has had the ground pin removed...

Page 19: ...e To use slider windows as an exit Lift window latch UP Slide the window open Either slide the screen open or push the screen material out depending on window construction FORMALDEHYDE INFORMATION Som...

Page 20: ...e the stove often Minimize moisture in your motorhome and keep humidity low Clean spills quickly Do not allow condensation to build up You can open windows and vents to minimize condensation Use of th...

Page 21: ...it nose dive and pull toward the blown out side DO NOT jerk your foot off the accelerator Just ease back on the accelerator slowly and gently to continue momentum The deflated tire will slow the vehic...

Page 22: ...gine compartment or have any other reason to suspect an extreme engine overheating condition pull the vehicle over to the roadside as soon as it is safe to do so stop the engine and get all passengers...

Page 23: ...veled to provide easy entrance and exit The swivel feature also allows the seats on most models to be turned toward the living area for additional seating while the unit is parked The swivel seat alar...

Page 24: ...ss the hip area Always sit erect and well back into the seat To gain full protection of the safety belt never let more than one person use the same safety belt at any one time and do not let the safet...

Page 25: ...s designed to be secured in a vehicle seat by a lap belt or the lap belt portion of a lap shoulder belt When purchasing a child restraint system follow these guidelines 1 Look for the label certifying...

Page 26: ...her and seat belts KEYS Your motorhome is supplied with several keys In addition to the chassis manufacturer s ignition key you receive keys for the entrance door and exterior compartment doors Keys h...

Page 27: ...mirror which lets you see what is directly behind your vehicle for maneuvering assistance and safety Further Information See the Rearview Mirror Monitor manufacturer s user guide provided in your Info...

Page 28: ...E The front suspension and steering system of this vehicle was factory aligned using highly accurate equipment prior to delivery to the dealership However alignment should be checked and adjusted afte...

Page 29: ...The liquid then flows to an evaporator where it creates cooling by evaporation The ammonia circulates back into the water solution and the cooling cycle continues Leveling Before operating the refrig...

Page 30: ...t the coldest setting to ensure coldest temperature in the freezer compartment then adjustwarmerasnecessaryaftercoldfoodhas been added NOTE The refrigerator will retain temperature more efficiently if...

Page 31: ...R SERIOUS INJURY DANGER Do not use gas cooking appliances for comfort heating Can lead to carbon monoxide poisoning which can lead to death or serious injury Typical View To Light Range Top Burners Pu...

Page 32: ...hourmeter or turn on the water pump and water heater Generator Start Stop Switches and Hourmeter if equipped See Section 6 Electrical for generator start up shut down and generator hourmeter instructi...

Page 33: ...sis engine and the generator engine must be shut off and 120 volt AC shoreline unplugged An interior light should be turned on to provide a small load which draws off the battery surface charge Water...

Page 34: ...ans that the burnerhasgoneinto lockout modeandmust be restarted If this happens turn the Water Heater LP switch off for about 5 minutes then turn it back on 3 Set the Gas Modulating Dial to the approp...

Page 35: ...ing a slight increase in water pressure This may cause the P T valve to weep until the air gap is manually replaced To Replace the Air Gap 1 Turn off the Water Heater switch and incoming water supply...

Page 36: ...ving the smoke alarm battery To Shut Down Move Thermostat switch to OFF position ClosePropaneGasTankvalveifcoachwillbe stored for a period of time Further Information Refer to the manufacturer s user...

Page 37: ...selected setting the thermostat will turn the compressor off When the air conditioner is in the cooling mode it will continue to cycle the compressor on and off until the selector switch is turned to...

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Page 39: ...pressed volume Propane Tank System The storage reservoir for the propane gas system is a horizontally mounted tank which is permanently attached to the vehicle frame The tank is accessible only from t...

Page 40: ...arly refrigerators and cause permanent damage Other appliances designed to operate on propane can become sooted and lose efficiency by using butane fuel WARNING Do not fill propane container s to more...

Page 41: ...ystem pressure regulator or gas appliances Service and maintenance of propane gas systemcomponentsshouldbeperformedonly by your dealer or a qualified propane gas service center Never attempt to connec...

Page 42: ...talled with the regulator vents facing downward Regulators that are not in compartments have been equipped with a protective cover Make sure that the regulator vent faces downward and that the cover i...

Page 43: ...ainst regulator freeze ups PROPANE VAPORIZATION IN COLD WEATHER Propane gas vaporization increases and decreases in direct relation to ambient temperature In other words the lower the temperature the...

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Page 45: ...ring Avoid creating sparks ELECTRICAL SYSTEM HOUSE 120 VOLT AC The 120 volt system operates from the shoreline cord connected to an outside 120 volt utility service such as those at campgrounds or fro...

Page 46: ...ed After disconnecting the power cord neatly replace it in the cord compartment Park Fuses or Breakers Most campgrounds are equipped with a fuse or circuit breaker at the receptacle which we recommend...

Page 47: ...rnal power is connected The converter will automatically sense the condition of the battery If it is below full charge the charging section will start charging the batteries If the house batteries hav...

Page 48: ...and breakers are labeled on panel ELECTRICAL OUTLETS HOUSE 120 VOLT AC A number of standard household electrical outlets are provided throughout the coach for connecting small appliances such as telev...

Page 49: ...l stop then release Generator Hourmeter The Generator hourmeter registers the total number of hours that the Generator has been operated Press the GenSet Meter button once to get reading WARNING The G...

Page 50: ...Power Center Chassis Battery The chassis battery is used to operate the engine starter and automotive accessories and controls found on the instrument panel The slideout room systems and the electric...

Page 51: ...onic displays and memory functions may need to be reset after power has been reconnected See also Battery Care elsewhere in this section BATTERY ACCESS House Battery The house battery is accessible fr...

Page 52: ...The two best defenses against sulfating and insufficient charge are to 1 TurnofftheHouse CoachBatteryDisconnect switch to avoid parasitic discharge the trickle discharge caused by directly connected...

Page 53: ...e system a fuse or breaker will shut down that circuit If this happens turn off all affected lights or appliances and reset the breaker or replace the fuse with a new one of equal amperage rating Hous...

Page 54: ...e amperage rating Battery Charge Meter See related item under Systems Monitor Panel in Section 4 Appliances Battery Boost Switch See Section 3 Driving Your Motorhome for information on the Battery Boo...

Page 55: ...gravity tank fill tube is located behind a small lockable door on the driver sidewall Insert hose into fill opening and turn water supply on Tank is full when water flows from thetankventtubebeneathco...

Page 56: ...hower or within the bathroom area for your convenience While the switch is ON the pump will automatically supply water as it is needed We recommend that you turn the Water Pump switch off whenever you...

Page 57: ...laced at least every 12 months Place a container beneath the filter to catch any water remaining in the waterlines during filter removal Twist the filter cartridge counter clockwise about one quarter...

Page 58: ...torage such as over winter 1 Prepare a chlorine solution using 1 gallon of water and 1 4 cup of household chlorine bleach sodium hypochlorite solution With tank empty pour chlorine solution into the t...

Page 59: ...with filter Superchlorination does not affect city water usage only the fresh water tank SHOWER HOSE VACUUM BREAKER After using the shower you may notice water dripping from the shower faucet assembly...

Page 60: ...oximately 1 cup of water down each sink and shower drain in the coach WASTE WATER SYSTEM Holding Tanks The drainage system is self contained and uses two separate holding tanks to contain the waste wa...

Page 61: ...in suspension allowing them to be carried out with the liquids when the dump valve is opened If the valve is left open the liquids will drain off leaving solids in the tank Should this accidentally ha...

Page 62: ...f the tank heaters are used without a recharging source they will drain the house batteries in a relatively short period Typically the batteries would not support overnight heating without a supplemen...

Page 63: ...w valve button in the center of the inlet to drain any water trapped in the inlet line 4 RemovetheColdWaterFilterCartridge if equipped Remove the filter cartridge from the filter assembly below the ga...

Page 64: ...ory sink and shower tub This fills the drain trap pipes to prevent holding tank odors from entering the coach during storage NOTE It is not necessary to add antifreeze to the toilet since the flush va...

Page 65: ...e in NORMAL FLOW position if draining water and blowing out waterlines Place in BYPASS position ONLY when using antifreeze solution in waterlines Remove Water Filter 1 Remove and discard the filter ca...

Page 66: ...aterline connected to the water pump This will stop the flow from the antifreeze siphon tube and revert the tank line flow to the water pump 9 Replace the protective cap onto the end of the antifreeze...

Page 67: ...outlet Thiswillinhibitrustformationonvalveshafts and prevent entry and contamination by airborne debris insects and rodents Your drainage and fresh water systems are now winterized See instructions fo...

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Page 69: ...operating instructions TV GALLEY SWIVEL If Equipped Typical View your coach may vary in appearance Your coach may be equipped with a TV swivel telescoping mechanism which allows you to angle the TV to...

Page 70: ...ker system press SPEAKER A Set TV Video Input Turn TV and Radio DVD player ON Press the MODE button on the TV or the SOURCE button on the remote to select INPUT 2 The TV screen will displaytheDVDplaye...

Page 71: ...t the exterior speaker system with the interior stereo system press SPEAKER C located on your interior stereo radio as shown in the following photo Further Information See the stereo radio information...

Page 72: ...television manufacturer s instructions to scan for available channels Further Information See the antenna manufacturer s user guide provided in your InfoCase for complete operating and maintenance inf...

Page 73: ...and high definition component cable connections are available to hook up your satellite receiver and are located near the entertainment center cabinet A second connection may be included inside a cabi...

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Page 75: ...ck from snaps and set aside Slide removable panel upward to remove and set aside The panel may be stored below the dinette seat Reverse steps to convert back to dinette seating SLEEPING FACILITIES DIN...

Page 76: ...tore table if extended Lift forward facing dinette seat cushion 2 Press the Table Leg Release Button and fold table leg UP until it clicks into locked 90 degree position 3 Removedinettetablefromthewal...

Page 77: ...k cushion Reverse steps to convert back into dinette seating DINETTE BED CONVERSION MODEL 23B Typical View Your coach may differ in appearance Dinette to Bed 1 Lift dinette seat cushions 2 Release the...

Page 78: ...cing dinette back cushion 7 Pull to extend sofa seat cushion 8 Cover bed area with side facing back cushion Reverse steps to convert back into dinette seating LOFT BED MODEL 23L Typical View Your coac...

Page 79: ...an cause damage to material Maximum Capacity 450 lbs To avoid injury to young children do not leave them unattended on the loft bed NOTE Your coach is equipped with a bunk ladder See Bunk Ladder in th...

Page 80: ...ody centered between the side rails Do not over reach To protect children do not leave the ladder set up and unattended Always store the ladder in a safe and dry location when not in use Stow properly...

Page 81: ...city 450 lbs To avoid injury to young children do not leave them unattended on the loft bed NOTE This low bunk design may be accessed without the use of a ladder If needed a multi purpose step stool m...

Page 82: ...nty Oak is a strong open grained hardwood that ranges in color from white to pink and reddish tones Streaks of green yellow and even black may appear due to mineral deposits Oak may also contain wormh...

Page 83: ...eme heat or other contributing external conditions Any color change that occurs in both the finish and the wood is considered part of the natural aging process and is not to be considered defect or da...

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Page 85: ...inyoursealants See Sealants Call Out Sheet provided in your InfoCase Always use the same type sealant that was removed Immediatelyhavedealershipcheckmoldings windows and exterior attachments for leak...

Page 86: ...lize the acid After the initial 60 day cure stage a coat of wax or polish can help protect the surface from these types of contaminates Do not scrape ice or snow from the painted surface Brush off gen...

Page 87: ...commended to apply soapy water Rinse washed area before soap evaporates Dry the rinsed area before the water evaporates NOTE Avoid aiming water flow from a hose or spray from high pressure washing equ...

Page 88: ...ed Your coach may be equipped with a protective film to defend against everyday road hazards This film creates a barrier against bugs road grime bird droppings and other harmful elements Further Infor...

Page 89: ...amp housing Some popular citric acid cleaners may cause polycarbonate lenses to become hazy or foggy Do not use a pressure washer to clean headlights Inspect and operate the lights regularly to confir...

Page 90: ...ould be cleaned with a soft damp cloth and a mild detergent only Do not use solvents Solvents may damage the surface of the vinyl Draperies Curtains and Bedspreads These items may be woven from a vari...

Page 91: ...pliances with little effort under most circumstances by performing the following recommendations Typically excellent results can be obtained by washing stainless steel with mild dishwashing liquid and...

Page 92: ...ry quickly Salt mustard and mayonnaise can cause pitting if left on the steel sink surface If spilled clean and rinse immediately A high iron content in the water hard water may result in a brown or r...

Page 93: ...ains Treat as soon as possible with a soft nylon pad and non abrasive mild detergent or resilient floor cleaner Varnish oil paint and solvents Blot up as soon as possible Do not rub as this will only...

Page 94: ...directly to batteries turn the House Coach Battery Disconnect switch off to avoid electrical arcing when attaching and detaching charge clamps NOTE We do not recommend leaving the shoreline plugged in...

Page 95: ...valves seal tightly 12 Check around all appliances for obstructions and ensure that all vent openings are clear 13 Start refrigerator and check for proper cooling 14 Clean wall and counter surfaces 15...

Page 96: ...k propane tank condition mounting and fittings Electrical System Check Battery Condition Meter Check battery fluid level and connections Check 12V fuses and 120V breakers Check GFCI receptacles Genera...

Page 97: ...indshield Wipers and Washers Fire Extinguisher check charge indicator Smoke Alarm test operation Carbon Monoxide Alarm test operation Propane Gas Leak Detector test operation replace battery if needed...

Page 98: ...onths Every 6 Months Every Year A s N ecessary Sealants Inspect see Sealants Inspection and General Information at the beginning of this section for proper inspection technique Replace see Sealant Cal...

Page 99: ...weighs 3 100 lbs and the right side weighs 2 700 lbs at least 100 lbs of the load must be shifted from the left side to the right side The GVWR is listed on the Vehicle Certification Label See sample...

Page 100: ...method will help you determine how to distribute your cargo to avoid overloading especially on tires To determine the weight distribution on each tire or dual set you will need to find a scale capabl...

Page 101: ...WR the rear axle GAWR or the chassis GCWR by the combined loaded weight of the coach and the towed vehicle See preceding items Loading the Vehicle and Weighing Your Loaded Vehicle for explanation of w...

Page 102: ...ailer end connector plug should be wired by a qualified technician The trailer brake controller connector is located to the left of the steering column TOWING GUIDELINES Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GV...

Page 103: ...ical load rating Traditionally hitches are labeled 3 500 350 as Class 2 5 000 500 as Class 3 and 10 000 1 000 as Class 4 The vertical tongue load value of 10 percent of drawn rating comes from the col...

Page 104: ...he Step switch is OFF This feature is intended to prevent injury or damage by an extended step while the vehicle is moving Further Information For additional information on the step see the manufactur...

Page 105: ...hicle ignition key is in the On position With this feature the Awning will only extend when the vehicle ignition key is in the Off position The Awning can retract anytime regardless of the ignition ke...

Page 106: ...ate outside air through the coach In cold weather this ventilation may increase use of the furnace but it will greatly reduce the condensation inside the coach Minimize moisture released inside the co...

Page 107: ...rs House 120 Volt AC 6 4 Circuit Breakers and Fuses House 12 Volt DC 6 9 Coach Maintenance Chart 10 12 Cold Water Filter 7 3 Decorative Vinyl Wall Paneling Cleaning 10 7 Dinette Removable Panel 9 1 Di...

Page 108: ...ds 10 5 Jump Starting 2 10 Keys 3 4 Lights 3 6 Loading 2 6 Loading the Vehicle 11 1 Loft Bed Model 23B 9 6 Loft Bed Model 23L 9 4 Maintenance 2 7 Microwave Convection Oven 4 4 Mold Moisture and Your M...

Page 109: ...er Co Pilot 3 1 Service and Assistance 1 2 Shower Hose Vacuum Breaker 7 5 Sleeping Facilities 9 1 Smoke Alarm 2 5 Specifications and Capacities 1 5 Stainless Steel Appliances 10 7 Step Entry Electric...

Page 110: ...Index Waterline Tank Drain Valves 7 8 Weighing Your Loaded Vehicle 11 1 Winterizing Procedures 7 9 Wood Furniture and Cabinetry 9 8...