Winnebago rialta, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...ivery you will want to learn all you can about your new motor home Your new Rialta is covered by a factory warranty against defects in material and workmanship This warranty should be validated at once and returned to the factory by your dealer Read and understand all instructions and precautions in this manual before operating your new motor home Throughout this manual certain items are labeled N...

Page 2: ...LING DEALER NAME AND ADDRESS TANK CAPACITIES Chassis Fuel Tank 21 1 gal LP Gas Tank 5 6 gal 7 gal w c Fresh Water Tank 16 gal Water Heater 4 gal Black Water Holding Tank Toilet Shower Lavatory 13 gal Gray Water Holding Tank Galley Shower Model 22QD 9 gal Model 22FD 6 gal Model 22HD 6 gal Tire Pressure See Vehicle Certification Label on driver s door pillar See also page 0 3 Rear Suspension Pressur...

Page 3: ... Seat Belts 2 5 Care and Cleaning 2 6 Child Restraints 2 6 Mirrors 2 6 Instrument Panel Gauges Controls 2 7 Steering Column Controls 2 7 Radio Cassette Player 2 7 Auxiliary Start Switch 2 7 Auto Air Conditioner Heater 2 7 Auxiliary Rear Automotive Heater 2 7 Auxiliary Automotive Air Conditioner 2 8 Rear Window Defogger 2 8 Rear Wiper Washer 2 9 SECTION 3 IN CASE OF DRIVING EMERGENCY If You Get A F...

Page 4: ...ding Tank Level Indicators 7 4 Dumping Holding Tanks 7 4 Using On Side Sewer Hook Ups 7 5 SECTION 8 APPLIANCES AND INTERIOR FEATURES Refrigerator 3 way powered 8 1 Leveling 8 1 Operating Instructions 8 2 Range Top 8 3 Microwave Oven 8 3 Monitor Panel 8 3 Water and Holding Tank Levels 8 4 LP Gas Level 8 4 Water Pump Switch 8 4 Battery Condition Meter 8 4 Electric Water Heater 8 4 Electric Water Hea...

Page 5: ...ooling System 9 4 Rear Window Washer Reservoir Level Check 9 4 Tire Pressure and Condition 9 5 Tire Replacement Information 9 5 Wheel Replacement Recommendations 9 6 Suspension Alignment and Tire Balance 9 6 Rear Air Springs 9 6 SECTION 10 STORING YOUR MOTOR HOME Preparing Vehicle for Storage 10 1 Cold Weather Storage Procedure Winterizing 10 1 Removal from Storage 10 3 ...

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Page 7: ...r just by watching the icons at the top of the page This means less paging back and forth We also urge you to read the complete Chassis Operating Guide provided by the chassis maker and all other operating infor mation provided by our equipment suppliers and manufacturers This is contained in your Owner INFOCASETM This manual should be kept in the vehicle at all times for personal reference The op...

Page 8: ...remember that your dealer knows your vehicle best and is interested in your satisfaction Your dealer will provide quality maintenance and any other assistance that you may require during your ownership of this vehi cle If you need warranty repairs while traveling however you may take your motor home to any Winnebago or Itasca dealership and they will as sist you WARRANTY Your new vehicle is covere...

Page 9: ...ndividual problems between you your dealer or Winneba go Industries To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline ...

Page 10: ...evels must be maintained to assure proper handling safety and fuel economy 9 Intermediate and Rear Axle Wheel Config uration Single or Dual 10 Serial Number This is the serial number assigned to the completed vehicle by Win nebago Industries 11 Vehicle Identification Number VIN This number identifies the chassis on which the motor home is built 12 Type States the NHTSA designated usage classificat...

Page 11: ...ble TV connection and rear window washer reservoir 3 5 4 6 7 1 2 8 City Water Connection 9 Exterior Wash Station Shower 10 Rear Window Wiper Washer 11 Spare Tire Storage Carrier 12 Rear Trunk Storage Compartment 13 Sewer Hose Storage 14 Aux 110 Volt Generator GenSet 15 Furnace Intake Exhaust Ports 16 Holding Tank Dump Valves 17 Engine Fuel Fill 5 110 Volt Outlets 6 LP Gas Tank Compartment 7 Fresh ...

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Page 13: ...cy Never allow passengers to stand or kneel on seats while the vehicle is moving Sleeping facilities are not to be utilized while vehicle is moving Examine the escape window and be familiar with its operation but do not use except in an emergency Inspect the fire extinguisher monthly for proper charge and operating condition This should also be done before beginning a vaca tion or any extended tri...

Page 14: ...o the LP gas sys tem When lighting range burners do not turn burner controls to On and allow gas to es cape before lighting match Portable fuel burning equipment including wood and charcoal grills and stoves shall not be used inside the recreational vehicle The use of this equipment inside the recreational vehicle may cause fires or asphyxiation LP gas regulators must always be installed with the ...

Page 15: ...gular inter vals a leak may be present Contact your dealer or an LP gas service center to have the problem corrected before using the LP system again Power Connection The gas alarm is powered by the coach batter ies If the battery cable is disconnected from the batteries or the fuse is blown the alarm will not work The LP gas alarm fuse is located on the power converter fuse panel shown on page 6 ...

Page 16: ...ions on nuisance alarms and care and testing of the LP gas detector ELECTRICAL Careless handling of electrical components can be fatal Never touch or use electrical components or appliances while feet are bare while hands are wet or while standing in wa ter or on wet ground Improper grounding of the vehicle can cause personal injury Do not plug the utility power cord into an outlet which is not gr...

Page 17: ...cle is damaged To allow proper operation of the vehicle s ventilation system keep front ventilation inlet grill clear of snow leaves or other obstructions at all times DO NOT OCCUPY A PARKED VE HICLE WITH ENGINE RUNNING FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD Do not run engine in confined areas such as a garage except to move vehicle in or out of area When vehicle is stopped in an UNCONFINED area with the engine r...

Page 18: ...smoke detector also The low battery warning beep is similar on many alarm devices so the origin of this electronic sound can be deceiving Further Information Please read the information provided by the manufacturer which is included in your Owner InfoCase It includes information on precautions operational testing and battery sensor replace ment EMERGENCY EXITS Emergency Exit Windows Your motor hom...

Page 19: ...operation of smoke detection devices 1 The smoke alarm should be tested for correct operation each time the vehicle is brought out of storage before each trip and at least once a week during motor home use To test the electronics firmly depress the button To test that smoke reaches the sensor blow smoke in a careful fire safe manner into your smoke alarm 2 Your smoke alarm will not work without po...

Page 20: ...ce a month 4 Do not open the smoke alarm or try to repair it For replacement information see warranty in Owner s Manual 5 Smoke alarms have technical limitations and may not respond in all situations FIRE PRE VENTION is your best safeguard See your Owner InfoCase for further informa tion ...

Page 21: ...cured in event of a sudden stop or an accident 10 Check around your vehicle in all directions to assure that you have proper clearance 11 Lower TV antenna 12 Disconnect and store shoreline BEFORE DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE Before preparing to drive your vehicle here are a few recommended procedures that will add to your driving safety and enjoyment 1 Be sure that you adjust the interior and exte rior re...

Page 22: ... pump into the tank until the auto shutoff valve in the fuel pump nozzle stops the flow of fuel in dicating a full tank This provides a pre deter mined vapor space at the top of the tank to allow for expansion of the gasoline Fuel Tank Capacity 21 1 gals REPLACEMENT FUEL CAPS To protect gasoline system from excessive pressure or vacuum or from sudden pressure re place lost caps with caps of the sa...

Page 23: ...doors will lock and unlock both front doors and the side entrance door As is typical for most multi purpose vehicles the side entrance door lock can be controlled by the front door power locks but not vice versa The side door cannot lock any other door except itself Before leaving the vehicle by way of the side entrance door be sure the front doors are locked by press ing one of the front door loc...

Page 24: ...rmrest position and counterclockwise loosen to lower arm posi tion COMPANION SEATS Model 222QD The companion seats not only provide addi tional passenger seating but can be converted to sleeping facilities as well See Companion Seat Bed Conversion on page 8 11 for complete in structions Storage compartments are located beneath the companion seats The passenger side seat has a door on the rear The ...

Page 25: ...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 safety belts become damaged by pinching them in the doors or in the seat mechanism After any serious accident any safety belts which were in use at the time should be replaced To Fasten and Adjust The 3 point seat belts in your coach are ...

Page 26: ...p belt or the lap belt portion of a lap shoulder belt According to acci dent statistics children are also safer when prop erly restrained in rear seating positions than in front seating positions When purchasing a child restraint system 1 Look for the label certifying that it meets all applicable U S Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards FMVSS or in Canada requirements of the Children s Car Seats...

Page 27: ...verhead con sole in the headliner above the rearview mirror Press and hold the switch while turning the ignition key to the start position to temporarily route power from the coach battery to the engine starter When you release the switch the coach battery is no longer connected to the starter AUTO AIR CONDITIONER HEATER See your Volkswagen Owner s Manual for operating instructions for dash mounte...

Page 28: ... speed control is located on the overhead console in the headliner above the rearview mirror Temperature is controlled by the automotive air conditioner lever on the dash See your Volk swagen owners manual for instructions on auto air conditioner operation REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER Optional The rear window defogger works only when the ignition switch is on The rear defogger switch is located on the ove...

Page 29: ...causes the engine to work harder also increasing fuel consumption REAR WIPER WASHER Optional The optional rear window wiper washer is controlled by a single speed rocker switch on the overhead console in the headliner above the rear view mirror To turn the wiper on or off press the switch and release To use the rear washer press and hold the switch for as long as needed The washer will stop when y...

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Page 31: ... for use as a tool for changing tires only not for use as a leveling device or as a support for service purposes TIRE CHANGING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Before attempting to change either the front or rear tires the following precautions should be heeded 1 Park vehicle on level surface only 2 Turn off engine and set parking brake 3 Activate hazard warning flasher 4 Block both front and back of wheel oppo...

Page 32: ...icle is adequately supported by safety stands Do not allow passengers to occupy a towed vehicle Front Jacking Point Both Sides Rear Jacking Point Both Sides WARNING Operating a vehicle under a severe overheating condition can result in damage to the vehicle and may result in personal injury WARNING Automotive batteries produce caustic acid explosive gases and electrical current which may cause bur...

Page 33: ...RTING See the Volkswagen owner s manual for jump starting procedures and recommendations CONNECTING A BATTERY CHARGER See the Volkswagen owner s manual for procedures and recommendations on connecting a battery charger to the automotive starting battery ...

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Page 35: ...WR for either axle See Weighing Your Loaded Vehicle following this section For example if the Front GAWR is 4 000 lbs there should be no more than 2 000 lbs on each tire If the left side weighs 2 100 lbs and the right side weighs 1 700 lbs at least 100 lbs of the load should be shifted from the left side to the right side The GVWR is listed on the Vehicle Certification Label See page 0 3 FRONT AXL...

Page 36: ...nd maximum person for the purpose of conducting roof inspection and roof maintenance REAR BUMPER LOADS The rear bumper is not intended to be used for attaching load carrying brackets because cargo items may cause overloading However if it is necessary to attach load car rying devices to the vehicle use the frame mem bers for added support TRAILER TOWING This coach may be equipped with a Class I 2 ...

Page 37: ...r This is done by wetting down turning off the water soap ing thoroughly and then rinsing 4 Dump sewage only at approved dumping sta tions 5 Store liquids in plastic containers with tight fitting caps to prevent spills 6 Keep an eye on the water and holding tank levels It is a good idea to dump the holding tank at least every two days 7 When traveling with children it is helpful to plan their ward...

Page 38: ...void deep canyons and dry washes during stormy or threatening weather Be aware of alternate exits If heavy rain occurs move to high ground im mediately at least 30 40 feet above the can yon floor or bottom of dry wash During a flash flood if you cannot move your vehicle abandon it Do not attempt to return to your vehicle before the water has receded Do not attempt to wade to your vehicle if the wa...

Page 39: ...iances as well Some refrigerators are ex tremely sensitive to being off level The ammonia vapor cooling system used in most RV refrigera tors can lock up and permanently damage the refrigerator if it is not level This is both inconve nient and costly Also water and holding tank level indicators may give false readings because water level is greater at one side of the tank than the other Blocking A...

Page 40: ...d normal and under the terms of the war ranty may constitute misuse abuse or neglect and may therefore reduce your warranty protection HUMIDITY AND CONDENSATION Moisture condensing on the inside of win dows is a visible indication that there is too much humidity inside the coach Excessive moisture can cause water stains or mildew which can dam age interior items such as upholstery and cabi nets Yo...

Page 41: ...tural gas to the LP gas system Have the entire LP gas system inspected for possible leaks and missing or damaged parts at each tank filling Also inspect before and after each trip and any time trouble is sus pected Turn the LP supply valve off when not using the LP gas system Never use a wrench to tighten the tank supply valve It is designed to close leak tight by hand If a wrench is required to c...

Page 42: ...r the top cen ter of the tank next to the regulator Before open ing the supply valve check to be sure all controls for gas appliances are in the Off or Pilot Off position If this step is not performed LP gas could accumulate inside the motor home creating a fire or explosion hazard LP Gas tank capacity shown is the usable full LP gas capacity which is 80 of the tank manu facturer s listed water ca...

Page 43: ...k is empty to pre vent moisture from collecting on the inside If regulator freeze up should occur you may attempt to thaw the regulator using a light bulb DO NOT USE AN OPEN FLAME OR HEAT LAMP If moisture begins to cause problems have your LP gas dealer inject a small amount of dry WARNING DO NOT FILL CONTAINER TO MORE THAN 80 PERCENT OF CA PACITY Make sure the motor home is level when filling It ...

Page 44: ...less liquid in the tank the slower it will vaporize So a nearly empty tank in freezing temperatures can create a problem Pro pane will convert to a usable gas at temperatures down to 44 F so it is a common heating fuel in cold climates However even propane vaporizes slower as the temperature becomes colder The greater the amount of liquid gas in the tank up to the 80 level the greater the amount o...

Page 45: ...s of continuous operation 92 000 divided by 10 000 9 2 To estimate how long a gallon of LP gas lasts try to determine what your total daily BTU input is then divide into 92 000 to arrive at an approximate daily LP gas consumption WARNING Make sure the filling attendant uses the 80 overflow valve when filling the tank A tank should never be filled above the 80 level to allow for vaporization and li...

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Page 47: ...to an outside power source or when the generator is in opera tion the power converter automatically changes a portion of the 110 volt current to 12 volt DC current All equipment in the motor home that is normally powered by the auxiliary battery is then powered through the converter In addition the following equipment is entire ly dependent on the 110 volt current roof air conditioner refrigerator...

Page 48: ...ont of the left dinette seat base The load center panel contains the coach 110 volt circuit breakers and 12 volt fuses POWER CONVERTER The power converter changes 110 volt AC current from the auxiliary generator or the shore line into 12 volt DC current for use by 12 volt equipment in the motor home Certain circuits however remain unchanged for use by items which require 110 volt current such as t...

Page 49: ...n to unit NOTE 12 volt lights and motors will automati cally draw from battery power in this event The thermal overload protector will reset itself after a cool down period and the lights and mo tors will again resume operation from the con verter If the overload trips again shortly after reset take immediate steps to correct cause of overheating A portion of RV 12 volt load lights or motors or bo...

Page 50: ... occur unplug all the appliances on that circuit and press the reset button on the GFCI equipped outlet If the GFCI keeps tripping have the electrical system checked and repaired if necessary before using again The GFCI outlet is located on the rear side of the wardrobe cabinet in model 22QD 22HD vehicles In model 22FD the GFCI unit is located on the end of the vanity cabinet just inside the entry...

Page 51: ...rer s operating guide in your Owner InfoCase for procedure Press the generator starter switch on and hold until generator engine is running then re lease Let the engine to stabilize and run smoothly before turning on appliances or electrical equipment Do not overload generator by turning on too many items Overloading will cause the cir cuit breaker on the generator to trip If this happens the gene...

Page 52: ...ngine starter and all automotive accesso ries and controls found on the instrument panel This includes the horn speed control all exterior lights radio windshield wipers rear auto heater fan etc COACH BATTERIES The coach battery is a deep cycle type bat tery specially designed for recreational vehicle use It will provide longer lasting power than a standard automotive battery and it will withstand...

Page 53: ...set Circuit Breaker A modified reset breaker is located in the bat tery compartment This type of breaker cannot be manually reset It must have the electrical current disconnected in order to reset itself This means turning off or unplugging all electrical devices then disconnecting the coach battery cable for a few seconds until the breaker resets If the break er keeps tripping an electrical malfu...

Page 54: ...battery does not contain at least 80 charge during freezing temperatures the electro lyte can freeze and crack the battery case The two best defenses against sulfating or in sufficient charge are to 1 disconnect the batteries by removing the ground cable to avoid parasitic discharge the trickle discharge caused by directly con nected components like LP gas detectors or digital clock displays etc a...

Page 55: ...or light should be turned on to pro vide a small load which draws off battery surface charge TRAILER WIRING CONNECTOR Your coach is pre wired for trailer or car tow ing lights with a 6 pin socket on the rear bumper The connector plug is supplied in the coach parts package provided to you by your dealer when you took delivery of the vehicle The diagram shows proper connection of trail er or tow veh...

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Page 57: ...ed to fill the tank but this can take a considerable amount of time Fresh Water Tank Capacity 16 gal WATER PUMP Pressure for the water system is supplied by a water system demand pump which is fully auto matic after initial priming When a faucet is opened the pump begins operation to provide a constant flow from the tank When the faucet is closed the pump automatically shuts off Water Pump Locatio...

Page 58: ...y the U S Public Health Service To assure complete disinfection of your fresh water system it is recommended that the follow ing procedure be followed on a new system one that has not been used for a period of time or one that may have become contaminated This procedure is also recommended before long periods of storage such as over winter 1 Prepare a chlorine solution using 1 gallon of water and ...

Page 59: ...devices simply connect in line between the supply hose and the city water input on the coach To disconnect from the external source 1 Turn the external source off 2 Open a faucet inside the vehicle to relieve line pressure 3 Disconnect the hose from the vehicle and replace the cap on the connection WATER DRAIN VALVES The water drain valves are used to drain water from the water tank and the water ...

Page 60: ...The gray water tank holds waste water drained from the galley sink Gray Waste Water Tank Model 22QD 9 gals Models 22FD 22HD 6 gals HOLDING TANK LEVEL INDICATORS You can check the levels of the waste water holding tanks and the fresh water tank using the monitor panel Press the button labeled Gray Tank or Black Tank to show the level in each tank See Section 8 Appliances for more informa tion on th...

Page 61: ... recommend that you dump all hold ing tanks before traveling to avoid carry ing unnecessary weight USING ON SITE SEWER HOOK UPS The drain hose may remain attached to the dump outlet while the motor home is parked and connected to an on site sewage hook up When using a sewer hook up keep the dump valves closed until a tank becomes full or when preparing to leave the site This keeps the solids in su...

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Page 63: ...is the least efficient method and should be used only to hold the cold while traveling not for initial cool down or temperature maintenance Always use either the 110 volt AC or LP Gas operating modes while parked or for pre cooling refriger ator before use The 12 volt mode operates continuously not thermostatic and will discharge the auxiliary battery rapidly if left on with out the van engine run...

Page 64: ...button D to the DC position There is no need to set thermo stat to any setting The DC operation is a continuous run no thermostat control mode SHUT DOWN ALL MODES 1 Place the mode selector button to the off position This will interrupt all AC and DC power and stop operation of the refrigerator OPERATING TIPS The refrigerator should already be cold be fore placing items in it Food and beverages sho...

Page 65: ...nstructions refer to the manufacturer s information provided with the oven MONITOR PANEL Model 22FD 22HD The monitor panel is located on the left sidewall transition panel near the galley sink Model 22QD The monitor panel is located on the wall near the left rear dinette seat Press the corresponding buttons to test levels of the water tank holding tanks LP gas tank and battery condition There is a...

Page 66: ...TCH When use of the self contained water system is desired turn the Water Pump switch on Wa ter will be available as soon as a faucet is opened Refer to Fresh Water System for additional in formation on the water pump and initial start up BATTERY CONDITION METER Push the Batt Cond button to check the level of charge voltage in the 12 volt coach battery The colored segments red yellow and green wil...

Page 67: ...sed for an extended period of time usually two weeks or more Hydrogen gas is extremely flammable Due to risk of injury under these conditions it is recommended that the hot water fau cet be opened at the sink and the sys tem totally filled before turning on the water heater If hydrogen gas is present in the water system there will probably be an unusual sound such as air escaping through the pipe ...

Page 68: ...d below an access hole beneath the bed board at the head of the rear bed in the left driver side rear of the coach Lift or remove the bed mattress to expose the access hole Model 22QD 22HD The water heater drain valve is located beneath the left rear dinette seat Lift the seat cushion assembly to access the valve Water Heater Beneath Left Rear Dinette Model 22QD 22HD WATER HEATER PRESSURE TEMPERAT...

Page 69: ...n be heated to about 140 F in about two hours or 100 miles of driving This means you can have hot water at the faucets im mediately upon arriving at a site or even while driving if needed The motor aid also increases the capacity of the engine cooling system allowing the engine to run cooler under many conditions Motor Aid Water Heater and Rear Auxiliary Heater Maintenance Have your authorized dea...

Page 70: ...r a local recreational vehicle service center Do not continue to cycle furnace through ther mostat in an attempt to get ignition NOTE For normal operation after initial start up be sure the thermostat switch is ON then place the temperature selector to the desired temperature The furnace will start and cycle on and off automati cally To Shut Down 1 Move thermostat switch to OFF position 2 Close LP...

Page 71: ... the center night stand Model 22FD Queen The TV jack plate is located on the rear side of the vanity cabinet Model 22QD The TV jack plate is located on the right hand underside of rear overhead cabinet Model 22HD The TV jack plate is located on the front end of right hand rear overhead Checking Performance To check the antenna amplifier raise the an tenna select a TV channel and rotate the antenna...

Page 72: ...unfold the table leg upward until it clicks into the notch on the leg hinge bracket 4 Unfold the front table half forward and lower carefully then extend the table leg to the floor to support the front edge 5 Turn the latches beneath the hinge at both sides of the table to lock the table halves together 6 Reverse steps to store table SLEEPING FACILITIES DINETTE BED CONVERSION Models 22QD 22HD only...

Page 73: ... when returning seats to upright position 4 Lift the front of seat upward and pull for ward At the same time push the back of the seat down so the entire seat assembly lies flat 5 Repeat above steps for other seat 6 Insert side support pegs of one center cush ion into hooks beneath the front aisle side of the seats Center cushions are interchange able and can be used in either front center or rear...

Page 74: ...It uses a high velocity jet of water pro ducing a swirl effect to efficiently cleanse the bowl And since each flush uses fresh water no special chemicals are required other than a de odorizing agent if necessary Flushing the Toilet 1 Press the large left pedal and hold until bowl is clean Release pedal slowly A small amount of water will remain in the bowl 2 To add more water to the bowl than the ...

Page 75: ...l sink faucet and hand held shower head It uses a unique drainage system similar to that of railroad pullman cars To Use Unsnap the strap that secures the lavatory against the cabinet and lower the lavatory into position To Drain and Store Raise the front edge of the lavatory toward the wall and fasten the latch The water contained in the basin will flow into a concealed drain cavity behind the la...

Page 76: ...ional grip can be gained by wrapping a wash cloth around the top of the strainer Rinse off any debris soap or water mineral de posits and screw back into floor Shower Pump Filter Screen The shower pump also has a filter screen that should be inspected periodically and cleaned if necessary Models 22QD 22HD The shower pump is located beneath the wardrobe cabinet and is accessible by lifting the left...

Page 77: ...ise to open window counterclockwise to close Do not use excessive force on the knob to open or lock into closed position This could cause permanent damage to the crank mechanism The knob has finger indentations so you can simply spin the knob with your fingertips or you may fold the small crank handle out and use it like a standard window crank If the window will not open after three or more full ...

Page 78: ...out their useful life They may lose their crisp shape however if left in a lowered position for an extended period of time without being raised periodically Tension Adjustment The tension of the pleated shades can be adjusted if they become loose and will not stay up when raised or they are too tight and are dif ficult to raise and lower To tighten the tension simply wrap the lower end of the guid...

Page 79: ...e hicle surface is hot or using hot water Do not use strong soaps or detergents for washing the motor home Always use a mild soap in warm water a commercially prepared product for cleaning automotive finishes or your local car wash Be careful when using pressure type wash ers to avoid loosening exterior decals or sealants etc After washing the motor home carefully in spect caulking around window f...

Page 80: ...lated for use on fabrics and may cause excessive shrinkage or fading Always test any cleaning product on a hidden area of fabric before using on visible ar eas For best results fabric cleaning should be re ferred to a professional carpet and upholstery cleaner NOTE To minimize fading of upholstery car pets and other interior fabrics caused by excessive sunlight the drapes blinds or shades should b...

Page 81: ...Use a mild abrasive for stubborn stains Work in the direction of the polish lines To keep the original finish polish with a wax cleaner and rub with a dry soft cloth RANGE AND REFRIGERATOR For care and appearance maintenance of the range and refrigerator refer to the operation and maintenance manual for each of the individual appliances included in your Owner s InfoCase BATHROOM The tub and shower...

Page 82: ...owner s manual ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM Refer to your Volkswagen chassis owner s manual guide for information and precautions on filling servicing and checking the fluid level REAR WINDOW WASHER RESERVOIR LEVEL CHECK Check the rear window washer reservoir level frequently The reservoir is located inside the trunk compartment on the rear exterior of the coach NOTE A commercial windshield washer anti f...

Page 83: ...re tread or sidewall are cracked cut or gouged deep enough to expose cord or fab ric 3 The tire has a bump bulge or split 4 The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that can t be correctly repaired because of size or location of damage TIRE REPLACEMENT INFORMATION DO NOT replace with passenger car tires or alternative light truck tires with a lower rating See your Rialta dealer or a Continental...

Page 84: ...anced tire or other tire suspension problem Alignment can be affected by worn steering suspension parts or by incidents which happen during driving such as hitting a curb pothole or railroad track etc Improper alignment can cause tires to roll at an angle and wear unevenly It may also cause the vehicle to pull to the right or left Have your dealer inspect your vehicle s suspen sion and steering co...

Page 85: ...nded Pressure Minimum Operating Pressure Maximum Operating Pressure 20 30 psi 10 psi 100 psi CAUTION Never overfill the air bags so that the rear of the vehicle is higher than the front jacked up or one side is higher than the other leaning ...

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Page 87: ...lding tanks at an approved waste disposal site Drain the sewage tank first so the following waste water can rinse any waste solids from the dump outlet and sewer hose C Close dump valves and refit the dust cap onto the drain outlet 2 Level the motor home and drain the entire plumbing system as described in the follow ing steps 3 Open all drain valves by rotating as shown See Section 7 for drain va...

Page 88: ...have a deodor izing effect they may damage plastic and rubber parts in the system NOTE As an alternative to totally draining the plumbing system you may winterize tanks and lines by pumping non toxic RV antifreeze through the system This prod uct is available from your dealer and from most RV supply stores Follow di rections on the container to determine the correct amount to use for your coach 15...

Page 89: ...with penetrating oil if necessary 5 Close all faucets and drain valves that are open If necessary reconnect toilet water line and close flush valve 6 Add a few gallons of water to the fresh water tank and check for leaks especially at junc tions Also make sure all hangers and sup ports are securely in place Sanitize the water system as outlined under Disinfecting the Fresh Water System in Section ...

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Page 91: ... 6 6 6 8 Child Restraints 2 6 Circuit Breakers 110 Volt 6 3 Circuit Breakers 12 Volt 6 7 City Water Hook Up 7 3 Coach Battery 6 6 Coach Battery Access 6 8 Cold Weather Storage 10 1 Compact Shower 8 13 Companion Seat Bed Conversion 2 4 8 11 Condensation Humidity and 4 6 Connecting a Battery Charger 3 3 Connecting the Shoreline 6 1 Converter AC DC Power 6 2 Cooling System Engine 9 4 Couch Bed Conver...

Page 92: ...are 9 2 J Jump Starting 3 3 K Keys 2 2 L Lavatory Sink Fold Up 8 13 Loading Roof 4 2 Loading Safety Precautions 1 4 Loading the Vehicle 4 1 Locks 2 2 2 3 Lounge Seat 2 5 LP Gas Alarm 1 3 5 4 LP Gas Furnace 8 7 LP Gas How It Works 5 1 LP Gas Leaks 1 2 5 4 LP Gas Level checking 8 4 LP Gas Pressure Regulator 5 3 LP Gas Selection 5 2 LP Gas System Safe Use Of 5 1 LP Gas Tank 5 2 LP Gas Tank Air in the...

Page 93: ...ins 9 2 Start Switch Aux 2 7 Starting and Stopping the Engine 2 2 Starting and Stopping the Generator 6 5 Storage Removal from 10 3 Storing Cold Weather 10 1 Stripes and Decals 9 2 Strainer Shower Drain 8 14 Stripes and Decals care of 9 2 Suspension Alignment and Tire Balance 9 6 T Table and Countertop Surfaces 9 3 Tank Fresh Water Filling 7 1 Tank Capacities Water and Holding 8 4 Thermal Overload...

Page 94: ... Disinfection of 7 2 Water System Fresh 7 1 Water Tank Filling Instructions 7 1 Water Tank Drain Valve Locations 7 3 Waxing and Polishing 9 1 Weather Information Service 4 4 Weighing the Vehicle 4 1 Wheel Replacement Recommendations 9 6 Windows Cleaning 9 3 Windows Crank Out 8 15 Window Shades 8 16 9 4 Windows Emergency Exit 1 6 Windshield Wiper Washer Switch 2 9 Winter Use of LP Gas 5 4 Winterizi...

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Page 96: ...MAINTENANCE RECORD Date Odometer Mileage Description of Service Cost ...

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