Fleetwood Southwind 1984, User Manual

Page 1: ...SDUTHWIND BY FLEE71NCJJO 1984 Y70 oo...

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Page 3: ...establish plumbing heating electrica and other requirementsfor quality and safety Compliance with these standards is indicated by the seal attached just outside the entry door This seal is the outwar...

Page 4: ...our selling dealer is responsible for performing a complete predelivery inspection of the chassis and all motor home components as specified in the predelivery checklists supplied by Fleetwood and the...

Page 5: ...TERIOR AND FURNISHINGS Pull out ounge Beds Spring Balanced Bunk Beds Pedestal Seats Swing down Dinette Table Storage Free standing Furniture Storm Windows Effects of Prolonged Occupancy Recognizing Co...

Page 6: ...o Tape Player Optional APPLIANCES LP Gas Appliances Roof Air Conditioner Optional CARE AND MAINTENANCE Interior Cleaning Windows Locksets and Latches Plumbing Fire Safety Exierior Care Repairs INFORMA...

Page 7: ...storage 18 Generator compartment optional 19 Holding tank drain valve 20 Electric cord storage 21 Water tank fill 8 Storage compartment 9 Patio receptacle 10 Water heater 11 Refrigerator vent 12 Fuel...

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Page 9: ...eck spare tire pressure In using your Chassis Operator s Manual note that tire pressures are given for cold tires used under normal driving and load conditions c Ch eckoil level in the generator power...

Page 10: ...ed and locked Adjust the driver s seat to the most comfortable position then adjust the side view mirrors for maximum visibility Keep a 9 16 wrench or adjustable wrench handy for periodic mirror adjus...

Page 11: ...uel gauge 5 Engine oil pressure gauge 6 Generator hourmeter 7 Generator remote start stop switch 8 Radio tape olayer 9 Heater air conditioner controls 10 Lighter 11 Remote entry step switch 12 Ignitio...

Page 12: ...d trailer if any at a public scale to determines axle loads Use the following procedure or any other method recommendedby the scale operator which correctly determines weigh values Keep the vehicle as...

Page 13: ...n motion The driver S seat and all other seats designed to carry passengers while under way have been equipped with lap belts NOTE All riders should be furnished with and use seat belts while the vehi...

Page 14: ...s when ascending or descending hills and always operate in the proper transmission range Downshift on hills to avoid overheating or undue engine loads Oownshift when descending grades Engine braking p...

Page 15: ...on monoxide is a colorless tasteless odorless gas It is a by product of combustion in the engine The engines in your motor home and generator system produce it constantly while they are running CARBON...

Page 16: ...utomotive circuit These are automotive type fuses available at most service stations Refer to the ELECTRICAL section for information on living area 12 volt fuses TiRES Your motor home is equipped with...

Page 17: ...load and stabilize the jack REQUIRED TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT Hydraulic jack with minimum 5 ton capacity Lug wrench to fit wheel nuts with at least a two foot breaker bar handle Torque wrench with at le ls...

Page 18: ...ls will be loose Remove and replace wheels and nutscarelully 10 Put spare wheel in place Replace outside dual il necessary The dual wheels MUST line up properly II the wheels are notaligned they will...

Page 19: ...OCEDURE 1 Attach J hooks to the inboard ends of the lower control arms 2 Position a 4 x 4 length of wood across hitch chains just behind the bumper 3 Position the lower sling crossbar directly under t...

Page 20: ...ansmission oil dipstick and the air cleaner The brake fluid reservoir is under the floor near the accelerator pedal When the engine is being serviced from inside the coach protect your carpet and furn...

Page 21: ...f position controls The seat can be moved forward or back by releasing the catch under the front of the seat The seat may swivel in either direction Be certain that seat controls and locks are secure...

Page 22: ...primarily tor recreational use and short term occupancy If you expect to live in the vehicle for extended periods be prepared to deal with condensation and the humid conditions that may be encountere...

Page 23: ...or snow from shoes before entering to avoid soaking the carpet Avoid drying wet coats or clothes inside the vehicle Do not heat the vehicle interior with the range or oven In addition to the hazards o...

Page 24: ...mportant safety device Test the smoke detector after the motor home has been in storage before each trip and at least once per week during use Depress and hold the test button on the cover for up to 2...

Page 25: ...the components are kept at a temperature above the boiling point of the gas NOTE Butane turns to a gas at about 32 F and propane vaporizes at about 40 F Follow these suggestions 10 keep gas appliances...

Page 26: ...ctrical switches Shut oN the gas supply at the tank valve s or gas supply connection Open doors and other ventilating openings Leave the area until odor clears Have the gas system checked and leakage...

Page 27: ...11 LP gas regulators must always be installed with the diaphragm vent facing downward Regulators that are not in compartments have been equipped with a protective cover Make sure that regulator vent f...

Page 28: ...the on board pump and on board fresh water tank are now isolated from the water pressure in the system Do not turn pump on until pressure line is disconnected to avoid damaging the pump Us the follow...

Page 29: ...2 Add at the rate of one gallon of this solution to the empty supply tank for each 15 gallons oftank capacity 3 Fill balance of tank with potable water 4 With pump ON open all faucets long enough for...

Page 30: ...catch firmly to hold the line in place 5 Insert the ground end of the sewer hose into a ground sewer or dumo station inlet pressing it firmly far enough into the opening to be secure In some cases ada...

Page 31: ...ater tank by opening water tank drain 2 Open the drain valves on HOT and COLD water pipes These valves are located under interior cabinets at floor level and drain through the floor After all water ha...

Page 32: ...e down all drains LP Gas System REGULATOR Cover to keep moisture out CYLINDERS Consult your LP service center for winterization of LP system Wash and touch up paint Electrical System BAITERIES Add wat...

Page 33: ...l grounding circuit in the notor home or at a RV campsite is faulty the GFI device will disconnect the outlet protecting you from injurious shook NOTE If the patio outlet doesn t work check the GFLRes...

Page 34: ...urs periodically to keep the auxiliary battery charged Electrical appliances and lights can rapidly discharge the battery AUXILIARY GENERATOR POWER PLANT Optional The optional engine driven 115 voltge...

Page 35: ...nit or fuel tank Do not block generator ventilating air inlets or outlets The air cooled generator requires a constant supply of cooling air Restricted ventilating air inlets or outlets can cause gene...

Page 36: ...em in any Nay without first consulting both the generator and RV manufacturers Disconnect the generator starting battery before performing any maintenance on the generator Allow the generator to cool...

Page 37: ...rs Information Kit When getting ready to travel remember to lower the antenna and secure it 0 prevent damage to the antenna motor home roof or objects in the path of the antenna such as overhead wires...

Page 38: ...ys use the fan when using the oven ouange in order to ensure adequate ventilation When cooking for long periods of time with a large number of people in the motor home open a window ora roof vent slig...

Page 39: ...r is available leave the faucet open until the tank fills For lighting and operating instructions refer to the manufacturer s instructions manual or see the instructions under the heater access panel...

Page 40: ...ning service only is recommended NOTE Use of water based or detergent based solvent cleaners may cause excessive shrinking Water stains may become permanent and unable to be removed with solvent clean...

Page 41: ...reens by removing the two Phillips head screws and remove the screens Remove large debris and carefully wipe the screen surface with a damj cloth LOCKSETS AND LATCHES Lubricate locksets and latches an...

Page 42: ...your motor home were developed to remain waterproof under sustained effects of weather and vibration However even the finest materials will eventually dry out and lose their effectiveness under const...

Page 43: ...areas to be resealed are absolutely dry before new sealant is applied 3 Apply a continuous bead of clear G E or Dow Corning silicone sealant available at most major hardware and paint stores into the...

Page 44: ...ortant topics concerning your new diesel equipped vehicle Much of the information in this supplement has been condensed from the Chassis Owner s and Driver s Manual in your Owner s Information Kit Fie...

Page 45: ...ring system for solid contaminants Check these filters often and when replacement is necessary always use filters of the highest quallty Replacement filter part numbers are given in the Owner s and Dr...

Page 46: ...ressure gauge 6 Generator hourmeter 7 Generator remote start stop switch 8 Radio tape player 9 Heater air conditioner controls 10 Lighter 11 Remote entry step switch 12 Ignition swjtch 13 Auxiliary st...

Page 47: ...the LP gas tank please follow the same precautions and procedures found in the LP Gas System section GENERATOR POWER PLANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Read and understand the generator operating maintenance an...

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Page 49: ...haust odors or symptoms of carbon monoxide pOIsoning Check the generator exhaust system aHer every 8 hours of operation and repall any leaks or obstructions before further operation Do not modify the...

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Page 51: ...bricate 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 Sanitize Water Tank X Cle...

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Page 53: ...Socks _ Bathing Suits _Hats Caps _Rainwear _ Handkerchiefs _Palamas Sleeping Gear _Pillows _ Pillow Cases Sheets Blankels _ Sleeping Bags Relax Ing Enler talnment _ Playing Cards _ Jigsaw PUllles Game...

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