Fleetwood Jamboree 1982, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...am oree BY FLEE7WCXJO 1982 owner s manual...

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Page 3: ...uirements for quality and safety Compliance with these standards is indicated by the seal attached just outside the entry door This seal is the outward sign of internal quality The motor home has been...

Page 4: ...l vehicle only It is not designed or intended to be used as permanent housing From California 800 442 4804 From Outside California 800 854 4755 Thank you for choosing our product Your dealer and we th...

Page 5: ...Pull Out Lounge Beds 11 Storage 11 Condensation and Ventilation 12 PLUMBING 13 Fresh Water 13 External Water Supply 13 Filling Fresh Water Supply 13 Troubleshooting Water System 14 Sanitizing Water T...

Page 6: ...MAINTENANCE 25 Interior Cleaning 25 Windows 26 Locksets and Latches 26 Plumbing 27 Exterior Care 27 Fire Safety 28 1...

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Page 8: ...dewall vent 5 LPG access door 6 Luggage compartment 7 Lighted entry assist handle 8 Entry step 10 9 9 Range hood vent 10 Plumbing vents 11 Furnace vents 12 Fuel fill 13 Electrical cord storage 14 Sewe...

Page 9: ...ION Plan your trip and organize all preparations before you leave Proper preparation is the key to getting the most enjoy ment from your motor home Plan your route carefully Consult maps and guidebook...

Page 10: ...xceed axle loads and overall vehicle loads for which it was designed If in doubt weigh the vehicle at a public scale See paragraph on WEIGHING h Check that accessories such as a sewer hose with the ne...

Page 11: ...tion Kit Take the time before leaving to become familiar with the instrument control panel and the operation of all items in 3 the driver compartment Chevrolet instrument panel shown For others see Ch...

Page 12: ...its _ Hats Caps _Rainwear _ Handkerchiefs _Pajamas Sleeping Gear _Pillows _ Pillow Cases Keep the Chassis Operator s Manual provided in your Owner s Information Kit in the glove compartment It contain...

Page 13: ...le 1 Run the front wheels onto the scale platform and obtain a reading This first value is the front axle Gross Axle Weight 2 Next place the entire vehicle both axles on the scale and obtain a reading...

Page 14: ...urnished with and use seat belts while the vehicle is in motion Seats which are not equipped with safety belts should not be occupied while vehicle is in motion and will be labeled TH S SEAT NOT TO BE...

Page 15: ...due engine loads Downshift when de scending grades Engine braking power will help control vehicle speed and will help avoid overheating the brakes Allow for the extra height of your motor home and avo...

Page 16: ...to keep the wind shield clear and keep the passenger compartment at a comfortable temperature while on the road This can be done by use of the proper combination of heater and defroster controls 12 VO...

Page 17: ...hat the engine is charging the battery 3 Release EMERGENCY START button and operate motor home in a normal manner When operating properly your vehicle alternator will be able to handle normal vehicle...

Page 18: ...tery to provide living area power requirements Service this battery when fueling or servicing other vehicle systems In most models the auxiliary battery will be located beneath the entry stepwell acce...

Page 19: ...n rocking the metal gently if necessary 4 Store pedestals in any of the convenient compartments or closets provided 5 Place table top in position to complete base for bed 6 Slide seat and back cushion...

Page 20: ...f wood work or walls Condensation is not caused by a defect in your motor home Moisture on windows shows that you have a tightly constructed motor home It also means that moisture released into the ai...

Page 21: ...he motor home inlet and to the city water supply line 4 Turn on city water supply faucet 5 Let the water run a few minutes with your supply line attached to clean the lines Use the following procedure...

Page 22: ...ly using a chlorine solution followed by clear water rinses 1 Prepare a chlorine solution by adding Y cup 60 mI of liquid household chlorine base bleach solution to one gallon 3 8 potable drinking qua...

Page 23: ...ain outlet to catch any water in the drain then remove the protective cap from the drain outlet by turning it firmly counter clockwise 4 Place the plastic termination fitting over the motor home drain...

Page 24: ...ratch or damage the plastic WINTERIZING THE WATER SYSTEM If the motor home is to be stored in temperatures below freez ing the fresh water and waste systems should both be win terized as follows 1 Dra...

Page 25: ...r a cup of RV antifreeze down all drains LP GAS SYSTEM REGULATOR Cover to keep moisture out LP TANKS Consult your RV service center for LP system winterization Wash and inspect for chipped paint touch...

Page 26: ...evice is provided in compliance with ANSI NFPA 50lC requirements and is intended to protect you against electrical shock possible when using electrical appliances in the bathroom or damp areas Should...

Page 27: ...draw from the vehicle battery and extended usage may discharge it AUXILIARY GENERATOR POWER PLANT Optional The engine driven 115 volt generator power plant is located in a special compartment This ge...

Page 28: ...l located inside the motor home This meter indicates the hours of running time on the generator Operating hou rs information is important in scheduling proper service maintenance for the generator Ref...

Page 29: ...s pro vided the components are kept at a temperature about the boiling point of the gas NOTE Butane turns to a gas about 32 degrees F 00 C and propane vaporizes at about 40 degrees F 40 0 C Follow the...

Page 30: ...ectory or refer to the service directory available at your dealer The LP gas tank should never be filled above 80 of its capacity For additional information refer to instructions for your gas applianc...

Page 31: ...al seconds the gas should ignite and burn steadily Range and Oven The range and oven in your motor home are provided with a vent or range hood The hood may have a power vent fan Always use the fan whe...

Page 32: ...parate controls for LP gas fuel or electric power Consult the operating instructions furn ished by the manufacturer in the manual and posted inside the refrigerator door Before operating the refrigera...

Page 33: ...or of your motor home use materials and fabrics often synthetics which require only the simplest care 1 Print and Plain Velvet Clean this fabric with pure solvents petroleum distillate based products...

Page 34: ...Do not use ammonia or any cleaner containing ammonia on fiberglass If a fiberglass surface becomes chipped or scratched it can often be repaired successfully by your local serviceman Minor repairs ca...

Page 35: ...e to remove obstructions from a drain Iine to avoid damage to fittings and seals FIRE SAFETY To improve the excellent record for fire safety exhibited among recreational vehicle owners we would like t...

Page 36: ...ents air conditioners and windows If signs of cracking weathering drying out are evident reseal as outlined below Every six months reseal all seams and openings Your RV dealer or supply store can reco...

Page 37: ...an often be done by camper RV service 29 firms or by automotive body shops Check with your dealer or look in the classified section of your telephone directory or newspaper Check all chassis body bolt...

Page 38: ...Lubricate Hinges X Inspect and Clean Vents X Clean Battery Cables and Terminals X Inspect Suspension X Service Chassis See Chassis Manual X Torque Lug Nuts See Chassis Manual X I Sanitize Water Tank X...

Page 39: ...ts _Hats Caps _Rainwear _ Handkerchiefs _Pajamas Sleeping Gear _PillOWS _ Pillow Cases Keep the Chassis Operator s Manual provided in your Owner s Information Kit in the glove compartment It contains...

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Page 41: ...its _Hats Caps _Rainwear _ Handkerchiefs _Pajamas Sleeping Gear _Pillows _ Pillow Cases Keep the Chassis Operator s Manual provided in your Owner s Information Kit in the glove compartment It contains...

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Page 43: ...uits _Hats Caps _Rainwear _ Handkerchiefs _Pajamas Sleeping Gear _Pillows _Pillow Cases Keep the Chassis Operator s Manual provided in your Owner s Information Kit in the glove compartment It contains...

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