forest river 2014 Flagstaff, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...TenT Camper Owner s manual ...

Page 2: ...Setup Guide to help familiarize you with the setup procedure of your camper This DVD provides information to help you properly set up your camper and to allow you to do so more efficiently The setup instruction for each model is available for selection in the opening menu In addition a screen selection feature is available to give you the ability to play specific sections of the setup process indi...

Page 3: ...iliar with tent camper towing schedule a test drive with your dealer Ask any questions you may have at this time Your tent camper was designed for short term and recreational use It was not designed to be used as a permanent dwelling If you intend to use your camper as a permanent dwelling it could cause your drapes upholstery and interior surfaces to deteriorate prematurely This premature damage ...

Page 4: ...are warranted only against defective workmanship and materials Installation of a roof air conditioner must be performed only at the desig nated area on the roof by an approved Forest River Inc dealer or the roof lifter system and related components will not be warranted This product is a fold down tent camper and Shall noT be used for commeRcIal purposes oR RenTalS abuSe neglecT oR opeRaTIon oveR ...

Page 5: ...thin a reasonable time after discovery of the defect This written notice should contain the following information 1 your name and mailing address 2 proof of date of purchase 3 model year and serial number of the camper 4 name and address of dealer from whom the camper was purchased 5 Description of the defect all costs incurred by you in transporting the Forest River Inc system for warranty servic...

Page 6: ... Down Tent camper 4 Forest River Inc limited lifetime warranty Fold Down camper lifter System 5 legend 6 Dealer Responsibilities 7 owner Responsibilities 7 Serial number Decals and Data plates 9 general warranty Information 10 manufacturer s warranties 10 Forest River wants Satisfied customers 10 care and maintenance 11 exterior maintenance 11 Tent maintenance 12 Interior maintenance 14 Forest Riv...

Page 7: ...As the owner you have the responsibility to properly maintain your tent camper Be sure you have service performed in a timely manner Don t ignore a problem sometimes a phone call is all that s needed The service technicians will advise you if an appointment needs to be scheduled 2 Familiarize yourself with your camper Observe all the component manufacturers instructions regarding the use and servi...

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Page 9: ...ecomes damaged painted over or removed it needs to be replaced the folloWing is aDDeD as a requireMent of the national highWay traffiC safety aDMinistration nhtsa If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the national highway traffic safety administration NHTSA in addition to notifying the manufacturer If NH...

Page 10: ...tail Pre delivery inspection form and Warranty Registration form refer to page 8 supplied with your camper within 10 days of purchase and that both you and the dealer sign and date them before returning them to Forest River to register your warranty manufaCTurer s warranTies For any components with separate warranties on your tent camper be sure to check the literature supplied by the manufacturer...

Page 11: ...rior finishes Any finish will deteriorate with time Dulling and fading can be increased by exposure to extreme sunlight air pollutants and excessive moisture Surface weathering of fiberglass does not change the strength of the fiberglass Regularly washing the exterior surface is the best insurance against deterioration such as fading yellowing or chalking If surface deterioration has occurred chec...

Page 12: ...nT fabriC Some tent fabrics are coated with vinyl to allow easier cleaning of the exterior surface Vinyl coated fabric cannot breathe and condensation may form on the fabric side The tent may appear to be leaking This situation can be cor rected by opening the zippered windows slightly to ventilate the interior of your camper allowing the condensation to evaporate COndensaTiOn Recreational vehicle...

Page 13: ...ater damage to the interior of your camper It s a good idea to include a wax candle in your field maintenance kit to seal small leaks which may develop while you are camping If you use a candle for emergency lighting be sure to observe proper fire safety precaution Have your camper fire extinguisher nearby and be sure you and your guests know how to operate it Your plastic windows have a 20 cold c...

Page 14: ...d COunTerTOp Clean the sink countertop and appliances with hot soapy water or a good liquid cleaner Avoid using abrasive cleaners DO NOT place hot pots or pans directly on countertops as they can burn or loosen the countertop surface Never use steel wool on a stainless steel sink When cleaning stainless steel use a mild cleanser gently scrub the sink in the direction of the grain and rinse well Ri...

Page 15: ...ed Tougher stains may require stronger cleaners but before using an untried product be sure to read the label to determine if the product is rec ommended for use on plastics Avoid abrasive cleaners even liquid and cream types alcohol based products and solvents such as acetone and MEK methyl ethyl ketone Gasoline and kerosene should not be used for cleaning purposes They have a damag ing effect as...

Page 16: ...necessary lp gas system Check for leaks and road damage Water and drainage Check hoses fittings and connections for leaks or signs of wear Sanitize system and check fresh water inlet line screen Winterize system if needed due to weather conditions electrical Perform maintenance on converter per converter manual Check and service battery if so equipped appliances Remove food and ice from refrigerat...

Page 17: ...he type of nontoxic antifreeze to use and how to completely flush and sanitize the water system before using it after winterizing autoMotive antifreeze is toxiC anD not safe to use in your Drinking Water systeM note it is best to store your CaMper insiDe a proteCteD area hoWever if it is to be storeD outsiDe be sure to CheCk anD reseal all roof joints before stor ing anD again in the spring if you...

Page 18: ... increases your ability to control the camper tow vehicle combination is greatly reduced Check bridge load limits making sure they will support the weight of tow vehicle camper Be sure there is clear ance for tail swing It s a good idea to have someone guide you from the outside when backing up Be sure this person is always in view and is at a safe distance from the camper Due to the increased wei...

Page 19: ...oximately 80 percent of its volume as liquid LP gas An 80 percent au tomatic shut off valve has been installed on the LP gas tank which will automatically prevent further filling when the gas volume has reached 80 percent of tank capacity the folloWing label has been plaCeD in the vehiCle near the range area if yOu smeLL prOpane Extinguish any open flames pilot lights and all smoking materials Do ...

Page 20: ...ly 9 Keep cooking surfaces clean 10 Do not allow rubbish to accumulate 11 Never clean with flammable liquids 12 Spray fabrics annually with flame retardant 13 When the range is lit be sure any curtains near the range are held back with the elastic curtain straps provided in the curtain packets if a fire dOes sTarT fOLLOw The basiC ruLes Of safeTy 1 Evacuate the camper as quickly as possible 2 Afte...

Page 21: ...ss method Familiarize yourself and all RV occupants with this procedure pull the pin some extinguishers may have a cartridge you need to push aim the nozzle at the base of the fire squeeze the handle to release the extinguishing agent spray the base of the fire If you aim at the flames you won t extinguish the fire Avoid inhaling the dry chemicals from the fire extinguisher Although non toxic they...

Page 22: ...d and the loading analysis completed weigh each additional item using a bathroom scale before placing them in the camper The total of these items are then added to the GVW originally determined Remember that by adding additional weight you may be affecting the tongue weight of the trailer The tongue weight is increased by moving cargo forward and decreased by moving cargo toward the rear However t...

Page 23: ...les as they Cannot aDequately Control sWay in the vehiCle being toWeD hiTCh To safely tow your new tent camper you will need to install a Class III weight carrying hitch on units with a 2 ball Those units with 25 16 ball require a class IV weight carrying hitch It is very important to choose a hitch designed for attachment to your particular tow vehicle and have it properly installed Pay particula...

Page 24: ... cautiously 3 Lift the coupler latching lever 4 Lower the coupler onto the hitch ball by cranking the jack handle counter clockwise Allow the coupler to properly settle onto the hitch ball 5 Close the coupler latching lever making sure it is fully locked in place 6 Raise the jack post as high as needed by cranking counter clockwise 7 Fold the cranking handle down against the jack post safeTy Chain...

Page 25: ... the tow vehicle follow these driving and towing tips which will make trips with your camper both safer and more enjoyable When learning how to tow your new camper find a spot that has space to practice accelerating turning braking and backing up A set of RV mirrors on your tow vehicle increases visibility and is required by law in many states Most styles are not permanent and can be easily instal...

Page 26: ...the front of the camper to sway You may compensate for this additional sway by steering slightly toward the pass ing vehicle until the sway is corrected If the camper should become disconnected from the tow vehicle while driving the safety chains will keep the camper attached Slow down and come to a controlled stop at the side of the road Reattach the safety chains remembering to cross them under ...

Page 27: ...ront and rear gross axle weight ratings GAWR the maximum weight the axle systems are designed to carry undersTanding Tire pressure and LOad LimiTs Tire inflation pressure is the level of the air in the tire that provides it with load carrying capacity and affects the overall performance of the vehicle The tire inflation pressure is a number that indicates the amount of air pressure measured in pou...

Page 28: ...the wider the tire next 2 digit number Gives the tire s ratio of height to width known as the aspect ratio Numbers of 70 or lower indicate a short sidewall for improved steering response and better overall handling on dry pavement r R stands for radial Radial ply construction of tires has been the industry standard for the past 20 years next number This two digit number is the wheel or rim diamete...

Page 29: ...ph tire manufac turers sometimes use the letters ZR For those with a maximum speed capability over 186 mph tire manufacturers always use the letters ZR important note If it becomes necessary to replace a tire and you feel it is a warranty issue most tire manufacturers require the D O T number be cut out and returned to them with the warranty claim otherwise the warranty could be voided Speed ratin...

Page 30: ...laCarDfortheMaxiMuMreCoMMenDeDloaDforthevehiCle Lug nuT TighTening 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 4 5 8 7 3 6 Tighten each lug nut in the order shown in the chart To prevent cross threading start all lug nuts by hand Requirements for wheel nut torque vary depending on the size and manufacturer of the wheel Follow the wheel manufacturers recommendation but do not exceed 120 ft lbs on 1 2 in studs Unless...

Page 31: ...h lug bolt should be torqued according to the following Check the lug bolts per the following schedule 1 After the initial test check again after the first 50 miles 2 Recheck every 50 miles for the next 200 miles 3 Thereafter check before each trip Check the lug bolts following periods of excessive braking Be sure the lug bolts are seated in the counter sunk holes of the wheel and keep them free o...

Page 32: ...liquid in a special storage tank The tank is mounted on the frame at the front of the camper near the hitch The tank can be enclosed with an optional vinyl gas bottle cover The cover protects the tank from the elements and objects which may strike the tank while the camper is being towed Double gas bottles and cover are also an optional feature LP gas is stored in the tank under extreme pressure l...

Page 33: ...doing any work on the LP system extinguish all open flames and smoking materials prOCedure fOr fiLLing Lp COnTainers 1 Turn off all LP appliances and extinguish their pilot light 2 Close the service valve on the LP tank and remove the QCC1 Acme connection which has a left handed thread and must be turned clockwise to remove Never use a wrench to close the service valve If leaking occurs when closi...

Page 34: ...e air is required for proper operation of the regulator it is very important that the regulator vent be kept free of dirt and debris For this reason it is necessary to keep the vent facing downward and the regulator covered to protect it from contamination A toothbrush can be used to clean the vent if it becomes clogged by foreign matter During cold weather it s important to keep ice from forming ...

Page 35: ...he aging process When the hose is replaced always replace it with a hose of the same type and rating check with your dealer Fittings are used to connect the various hoses and system components to each other The QCC1 Acme connection at the end of each LP sup ply hose is the fitting that you will be disconnecting when removing a tank for refilling It is made of brass and pipe sealants are not neces ...

Page 36: ...ping gas indicating a leak 4 If a leak is detected tighten the connection with two open end wrenches until bubbling stops Do not over tighten or use excessive force If leak continues contact your dealer or a qualified LP gas service representative DO NOT use tools to tighten tank service valves 5 Check LP piping where contact with the frame could cause cracking or damage due to vibration or road s...

Page 37: ...lt power for operation of the interior lights and furnace if applicable The refrigerator is wired so it can operate on 12 volt battery power alone While traveling 12 volt operation of the optional refrigerator is possible through the tow vehicle pigtail con nection Do not operate the refrigerator using the tow vehicle pigtail connection while camping If you will be stopping for more than one hour ...

Page 38: ...rical shock never use a tWo Wire extension CorD anD aDapter With out proper grounDing or put an ungrounDeD plug on your poWer CorD in plaCe of the MolDeD 30 aMp plug note Due to the potential Danger in failing to heeD this Warning forest river s Warranty of fitness anD MerChantability as Well as any other expresseD Warranties MaDe in ConneCtion With this sale shall not be effeCtive or aCtionable s...

Page 39: ...cleaning By following the instructions for water system use as outlined in this manual you can expect efficient operation with a minimum of maintenance fresh waTer Tank Your internal water supply tank is filled through a gravity fill spout located on the side of the camper Two styles of fill spouts are used To fill the style equipped with a hinged lid slide the locking lever to the side to release...

Page 40: ...h water tank the water flowing from the faucet will sputter until all the air has been cleared from the water line This is normal and does not indicate a problem with the pump When using the internal water supply the pump should be left on since it only runs when there is a demand for water from the system The water pump is equipped with a screen to trap debris and should be cleaned out periodical...

Page 41: ...he manufacturer saniTizing pOrTabLe waTer sysTem Sanitize the system before initial use after extended periods of non use and anytime there is a suspicion that the system has been contaminated To sanitize the system use the following procedure 1 Place one once of liquid household bleach 5 sodium hypochlorite solution in your RV s fresh water tank for each ten gallons of capacity If your tank holds...

Page 42: ...king persists shut off the water supply until the fitting can be properly replaced Check with your dealer for correct method of replacement and replacement parts Proper winterization procedures of the plumbing system will normally be all that is necessary to prevent damage caused by freezing Freezing damage can harm any component of the system including the water tank pump water heater and all pip...

Page 43: ...ot water and providing filtered water to your bathroom It also removes over 99 of chlorine taste and odor removes over 99 of turbidity removes over 99 of Giardia Cryptosporidium does not channel fluidize or bypass like a granular activated carbon filter does not permit the passage of cultivated bacteria like a granular activated carbon filter does not contain silver nitrate or any other pesticide ...

Page 44: ...rtridge The cartridge should be replaced every 12 months or 10 000 gallons whichever comes first An easy way to remember to do this is to replace the cartridge when you de winterize in the spring Replace the Water pur cartridge only with a genuine Water pur cartridge available from your dealer OperaTiOnaL nOTe The Water pur cartridge is not to be autoclaved or steam sterilized Use the Water pur ca...

Page 45: ... enhanced absorptive capacity and efficiency The cartridge flows in a radial outside to inside direction providing increased dirt capacity and low pressure drop 8 psid 1 gpm service flow maximum differential pressure of 100 psid and a collapse pressure of 200 psid Unlike granular activated carbon GAC filters the extruded carbon will not channel or bypass due to the extreme uniformity of its extrud...

Page 46: ...necessary lp gas system Check for leaks and road damage Water and drainage Check hoses fittings and connections for leaks or signs of wear Sanitize system and check fresh water inlet line screen Winterize system if needed due to weather conditions electrical Perform maintenance on converter per converter manual Check and service battery if so equipped appliances Remove food and ice from refrigerat...

Page 47: ...gencies throughout North Amer ica A simple phone call gives you expert diirection on where the closest qualified service agency is located naTiOnwide serViCe appOinTmenT assisTanCe Here s a no hassle way of arranging a service appointment when and where you travel We make an appointment for you give you directions and a time that fits your schedule We re a toll free call away mObiLe meChaniC We wi...

Page 48: ...ng to raise it 7 Be sure the awning if equipped is attached to the camper before raising the roof FlagstaFF tent Camper ltd maC maC oFF road ClassiC HigH Wall 1 Once you have selected your campsite make sure you position your camping trailer on level ground Before starting the set up procedure be sure that the battery is properly connected to power the unit if you plan on operating an elec tric li...

Page 49: ... lo cated on the back of the awning rail and place into the sockets on the roof sidewall Continue to ex tend the support arms until the fabric is taut and twist to lock Next extend the legs to the top pin position on the pole 5 It is now time to raise the roof for electric lift systems Once the roof latches are released simply push the switch on the power winch to the up po sition to raise the roo...

Page 50: ... inserting the clip into the bracket at the top of the tent camper wall and into the bracket on the tent camper frame Place the bottom pole into the appropriate slot to ensure the top pole is level Then slide the bunk end out until it is fully extended If there appears to be an obstruction preventing the bunks from sliding out DO NOT proceed until the source of the interference has been found and ...

Page 51: ...ust the length of the pole until the bunk material is stretched tight Set the other bunk end pole into place and the bed ends are ready to use 9 MaC MaC off road Classic and high Wall models now complete the slide out setup by at taching the slide out dinette rafter pole to the tent bow and stretch the tent into position Insert the end of the rafter pole in the metal clip and adjust the tension 10...

Page 52: ... on the side of the door Now simply attach the tent to the screen door with the Velcro strip MaC MaC off road Classic and high Wall models Before installing the door you should first remove the travel door by lifting the door to release the hinge pins Then stow the door beneath the rear bunk and secure it with the attached shock cord Be sure to reinstall this door before attempt ing to slide in th...

Page 53: ...ewall Then attach the LP gas line provided from the open ing on the side of the camper to the stove A quick disconnect fitting on the stove is provided for this purpose When connecting the stove to the LP gas supply the LP valve on the disconnect fitting must be in the OFF position valve handle at a right an gle to the gas line To attach the quick disconnect hold the gas line pull back on the oute...

Page 54: ...oor on the dinette Next unlock the safe ty latches connecting the upper walls to the lower walls of the shower Now slide in and lower the right wall and then the left wall 11 Unzip the tent at each corner and slide the locking pin from the bed rail to release the bunk 12 Close the roof vent or fan Make sure no debris is lodged under the cap that could damage the screen or mechanism If your camper ...

Page 55: ...off road Classic and high Wall models push both bunks into their travel posi tions Next remove the double pole bed supports from the brackets Store the support poles in a con venient location such as under the bunk mattresses note be sure that the tent Does not CatCh or binD When pushing in the bunks 31 Release the stabilizer jacks and raise them into their storage position 32 ltD and MaC models i...

Page 56: ... or retracting Be sure to return the jack handle to the storage compartment to ensure it will not be lost After all stabilizers are set release the two latches that hold the roof secure Warning the stabilizing jaCks are for support only anD are not intenDeD as a Means of leveling the CaMper atteMpting to use the jaCks as leveling tools May result in DaMage to the lifter systeM 2 at this tiMe refer...

Page 57: ...base install the pedestal legs into the floor pedestal and set the table into place 10 Next position the seat cushions and supported back cushions on the bases 11 Most Flagstaff models feature the Fantastic Vent This 12 volt 3 speed fan is quiet dissipates conden sation and exchanges the air in your tent camper allowing you to breathe natural ambient outside air note it is important to always secu...

Page 58: ... up the camper Closing instrUCtions 3 at this time refer to the optional a frame aw ning screen room closing instructions at the end of this section for disassembly instructions if you purchased this option the flagstaff harD siDe CaMping trailer Must be in the CloseD position to toW 4 Begin closing the camper Start with disconnecting the door sections by releasing the latch mounted to the lower d...

Page 59: ...ic re move the front panel of the awning screen room 4 Open the lower section of the door and enter Raise the door side wall by lifting at the top of the upper door opening while continuing to hold the upper door section open until the wall is upright While applying outward pressure on the wall di rectly below secure the left side latch at the top of the wall into the plate mounted on the ceiling ...

Page 60: ... aluminum poles and insert them into proper position through the sleeves sewn into the fabric Be sure that the poles are properly secured into the mounting brackets attached to the fabric 5 Now attach the mesh skirting to the Velcro tape installed previously along the bottom outside edge of the lower wall 6 Complete by securing the fabric to the ground with the stakes provided 7 To convert the A F...

Page 61: ...ion it is iMportant to alloW a Wet tent to Dry CoMpletely before breaking CaMp if you Must leave soon after a rain storM or just after DaWn proteCt all Cushions anD Drapes froM DaMpness MolD anD MilDeW that Can forM insiDe the CaMper When fabriCs or surfaCes are storeD DaMp if DaMp ness Does oCCur set the CaMper up as soon as possible anD alloW it to Dry thoroughly ...

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Page 63: ...42 2640 To reach a Flagstaff parts Representative 574 642 2640 Factory service center The Flagstaff factory service center is located in millersburg In and is available for major service work that may be required Service work is performed on an appointment basis only It is best to schedule appointments for service well in advance To schedule a unit for service please contact a Flagstaff warranty c...

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