Jayco 2009 Melbourne, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...www jayco com Class C Motorhome Owner s Manual Model Year 2009...

Page 2: ...as set forth in the limited warranty applicable to this vehicle The owner s failure to provide required service and or maintenance could result in the loss of warranty The owner should review Jayco s...

Page 3: ...VEHICLE LABELS 21 WEIGHING YOUR TOWING COMBINATION 24 WEIGHT LABELS 21 DRIVING HANDLING BRAKING STOPPING 33 CHILD SAFETY RESTRAINT SYSTEM CSRS 32 DRIVER FRONT PASSENGER SEAT 31 DRIVING ALCOHOL 30 EMER...

Page 4: ...78 BBQ GRILL IF SO EQUIPPED 78 BOOTH DINETTE IF SO EQUIPPED 74 COLD WEATHER USAGE 73 CONDENSATION 74 COOKING WITH PROPANE 76 DEPARTING CAMP CHECKLIST 79 DUCTING RETURN AIR 78 EXTENDED DRY CAMPING 73...

Page 5: ...ds and registrations within the prescribed time limits to avoid loss of warranty coverage This manual and the Owner s Portfolio should be considered a permanent part of the RV If the RV is sold they s...

Page 6: ...act Transport Canada by phone Call 1 800 333 0510 or 1 613 993 9851 if you are calling from the Ottawa region and ask to speak to a defect investigator MANUFACTURING PROCESS Jayco recreation vehicles...

Page 7: ...ntment If you are having warranty work performed be sure to have the right papers with you Take your warranty folder and have your vehicle information available Not all the work to be performed may be...

Page 8: ...ly responsible for warranties on the body or equipment and any alterations or any effect of the alterations to any of the parts components systems or assemblies installed by Jayco Jayco is not respons...

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Page 10: ...ppointment Ask how their billing will be handled They may choose to bill Jayco directly otherwise you are expected to pay them b Have the RV repair facility inspect your RV Either they or you must cal...

Page 11: ...available for customer use The propane system and all electrical systems must be shut down and turned off We are not responsible for discharged batteries or propane tanks During the appropriate season...

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Page 15: ...arranty contained in pages 8 10 will not apply to this RV The rental warranty located on pages 12 14 applies in that situation If on the other hand the Jayco dealer sells this RV to a retail customer...

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Page 19: ...The survival of a beloved pet or valuable livestock will often depend on the plans that its owner has made in advance EMERGENCY WEATHER PLANNING One of the more serious conditions you need to take in...

Page 20: ...even a cigarette burning unattended Teach family members how to use the fire extinguisher and replace it as recommended Do not store combustible materials in closed areas or near a heat source Do not...

Page 21: ...s stipulate before disposing of your used non refillable factory installed dry chemical fire extinguisher SMOKE ALARM Three of the most common fire safety issues are smoking in bed leaving children un...

Page 22: ...reaches dangerous levels You should stay outside the RV in fresh air until the CO alarm is silenced When the CO alarm sounds do not stand too close to it The sound produced by the CO alarm is loud be...

Page 23: ...tection a new RV that contains a propane gas system with propane consuming appliances must have a propane leak detection device Because the chemical composition of propane is heavier than air the prop...

Page 24: ...alarm If the propane alarm does not test properly replace it immediately Do not remove the following label from your RV Fig 2 4 Propane alarm testing label Battery or converter power source The propan...

Page 25: ...ion plates before operating your RV If any decal data or instruction plate is painted over damaged or removed it should be replaced Keep a record of the 17 digit vehicle identification number VIN and...

Page 26: ...have achieved a safe weight Do not travel with full grey black holding tanks This not only wastes gas but depending upon the location of the grey or black holding tanks can affect handling characteris...

Page 27: ...uce speed and shift the motorhome into a lower gear to control vehicle speed Avoid frequent or prolonged brake application which can cause overheating or brake failure Do not remove the following labe...

Page 28: ...applicable weight ratings Overloading your RV will void the Motorized Limited Warranty and the warranties of many component part manufacturers Have your RV weighed periodically at a public scale to d...

Page 29: ...he rear axle is on the scale c To obtain the gross vehicle weight add the two axle loads together d To obtain the individual wheel position weights repeat this process with only one side of the recrea...

Page 30: ...ampsite As you camp you may want to develop your own list tailored to your individual camping style in addition to the checklist provided Check the area under the motorhome after overnight parking and...

Page 31: ...cked in RV _ Arrange for pet care mail and or newspaper pickup _ Disposable rubber gloves _ Lock refrigerator door if so equipped _ Leave itinerary with a neighbor family member or friend _ Map road a...

Page 32: ...Surge protector _ Telephone and or cable wire if applicable _ Test brakes for proper operation _ Tools _ AC voltage tester _ axe _ duct tape _ fuses and light bulbs compatible with your RV _ jumper c...

Page 33: ...the propane cylinder Adverse weather conditions and extremes in terrain may affect the performance and handling of your RV Do not operate the cruise control on icy or extremely wet roads winding road...

Page 34: ...m your dealer Make sure the keys are not inside the RV before you close and lock the entry door RV ENTRANCE DOOR We have included an assist grab handle at the RV entrance door The interior portion of...

Page 35: ...point lap seat belts installed these seat belts should be used in a seated position To fasten the seat belt insert the tab into the buckle Adjust the seat belt as low and snug as possible around the...

Page 36: ...e backing up in a safe place using the rear vision monitor to become accustomed to its use If in doubt ask another person outside the vehicle to assist you A dealer service technician should inspect a...

Page 37: ...ou have automatic transmission Avoid conditions that require excessive and prolonged use of your brakes Apply and release brakes at short intervals to give them a chance to cool The vehicle transmissi...

Page 38: ...and steering alignment checked and adjusted after you have fully loaded the vehicle according to your needs as part of the vehicle maintenance Thereafter it is your responsibility to have the alignmen...

Page 39: ...traffic 2 Place the second warning indicator 100 feet behind the RV in the center of the lane and toward approaching traffic 3 Place the third warning indicator 100 feet in front of the RV in the cent...

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Page 41: ...ehicle speed if possible Hold the steering wheel firmly and move the RV to a safe place on the side of the road Any service or warranty coverage on tires is to be handled by the tire store representin...

Page 42: ...e motorhome it spans from the front to back just inside the tires 4 To raise the RV place the jack hydraulic or screw under the main frame rail It must be just ahead of the front tire or just behind t...

Page 43: ...cracked or broken they must be replaced along with adjacent bolts that have probably also been weakened due to the additional stress placed on them Check and re torque after the first 10 25 and 50 mi...

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Page 45: ...allow children to play with the electrical system or components Always make sure the electrical components are turned OFF before disconnecting the house battery customer supplied Always disconnect th...

Page 46: ...contact your dealer for repair assistance when replacing circuit breakers 30 AMP POWER CORD The 30 amp power cord is also commonly referred to as the shore line power cord This power cord is designed...

Page 47: ...tery is not charging check the reverse polarity fuse s located in the 12 volt fuse panel There are no customer serviceable parts in the converter If the converter box is opened it will void the OEM wa...

Page 48: ...u may periodically trip a circuit breaker if the combined load of these appliances and accessories exceeds your 30 amp rating You can determine the amperage rating of an appliance by dividing the watt...

Page 49: ...a faster rate as its energy level becomes depleted It is recommended you plan your electrical usage accordingly A fully charged 12V battery will read 12 7 volts DC and 1 265 specific gravity at 80 F...

Page 50: ...e panel label should be kept permanently affixed to your RV The fuses will not offer complete protection of the RV electrical system in the event of a power surge or spike GENERATOR IF SO EQUIPPED The...

Page 51: ...y or problem is noted contact your dealer for assistance INVERTER IF SO EQUIPPED Your RV is equipped with a factory installed inverter that converts 12 volt DC current to 120 volt AC current It is imp...

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Page 53: ...ing sounds If you need to replace the fuel tank filler cap use only a cap specified for your RV Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if misused or mishandled If you have further question...

Page 54: ...ust fumes are entering the passenger compartment have the cause determined and corrected as soon as possible If you must drive under these circumstances close all the windows and adjust the heating or...

Page 55: ...ake care of all the components within the plumbing system and help discourage the growth of bacteria and other organisms that can contaminate the water supply MONITOR PANEL The monitor panel located i...

Page 56: ...water from back flowing All water pump switches illuminate when the water pump is activated Please be aware the water pump must be shut OFF at the same switch used to turn it ON The water pump switch...

Page 57: ...re P T relief valve is required for safety in all water heaters It is normal for the P T relief valve to release a small quantity of water during the heating cycle and does not indicate a defective P...

Page 58: ...a sufficient amount of water is released The tub shower faucet requires a vacuum breaker when the shower hose and head are used There are two purposes for this breaker To prevent siphoning water thro...

Page 59: ...tridge when water flow from the kitchen faucet is too slow for convenience or at least once a year 1 Drain the fresh water system 2 Place a container beneath the water cartridge filter to catch any sp...

Page 60: ...resh water tank Fig 8 5 Utility center label The city water connection inlet is located on an exterior sidewall We recommend that you use a non toxic drinking water hose dedicated only to supplying th...

Page 61: ...rally speaking this setting is used to fill the water tank when dry camping 1 If needed sanitize the water system prior to travel 2 Move the water heater bypass valve to the NORMAL position 3 Remove t...

Page 62: ...vel 4 Turn the water heater valves to the BYPASS position 5 Move the valves to the Sanitize Tank position The low point drains must be closed for the chlorine solution to siphon through the lines 6 Tu...

Page 63: ...aining water will blow out in five to ten minutes Pour one cup of non toxic RV antifreeze into all drain P traps Water heater bypass most models It may be easier to winterize the RV with another perso...

Page 64: ...perform as intended On some models the vent pipe may be part of the drainage system referred to as a wet vent water flows downward as air flows upward in the same pipe BLACK GREY WATER HOLDING TANKS...

Page 65: ...ng tank is emptied 5 Open the grey tank dump valve close it when the grey holding tank is emptied 6 Remove clean and store the sewer hose 7 Close the sewer hose housing dust cap Most states and parks...

Page 66: ...e RV grade single ply toilet paper Do not flush paper towels diapers sanitary napkins or other foreign objects down the RV toilet Sewage black tank preparation 1 Release one to two quarts 1 or 2 liter...

Page 67: ...ian PROPANE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Propane is a colorless and odorless gas that in the liquefied state resembles water An odorant ethyl mercaptan with a scent similar to rotten eggs is added as a warning...

Page 68: ...imately 1 for every 10 F 5 5 C it is warmed Heat the propane 100 F 55 C and the tank liquid volume will increase 15 That is why it is imperative to leave sufficient space inside the cylinder to allow...

Page 69: ...n onion or garlic like odor which can be mistaken for a propane leak After the propane tank has been refueled the odor will usually disappear If not turn OFF each propane tank shut off valve and have...

Page 70: ...non corrosive you need not worry about the inside of your tank However the outside should be kept free from rust by a periodic coat of paint in a light reflective color Rust scratches and or dents can...

Page 71: ...or s manuals for the various appliances hooked to your propane system The propane system provides added benefits to your camping enjoyment however it must be handled with care If you have any question...

Page 72: ...9 PROPANE SYSTEM 68 Fig 9 6 Refueling warning label Some states prohibit propane appliance operation during travel especially in underground tunnels Make sure you know the laws for the areas where you...

Page 73: ...trol switch The main slideout switch if so equipped is located in the command center The bedroom slideout switch if so equipped is located on an bedroom interior wall 4 To move the room out press the...

Page 74: ...eck for loose connections at the slideout motor If the slideout still will not operate follow these steps If the slideout is extended refer to the following section on overriding the specific slideout...

Page 75: ...fully extended or retracted put pressure on the wrench to ensure a tight seal then return the brake release lever to its normal downward position This will ensure that the slideout is locked into a s...

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Page 77: ...will post a set of rules for you to see when you check in but your fellow campers will count on your basic good manners and courtesy Show respect to others don t make shortcuts through occupied campsi...

Page 78: ...provide ventilation SETTING UP YOUR CAMPSITE Fig 11 1 Blocking the wheels Now that you have parked your RV and blocked the wheels if needed you need to ensure it is level Leveling is very important A...

Page 79: ...TALLATION Remove the privacy drape from the storage bag which you should find in the storage area under the mattress platform in the bedroom 1 Starting at the driver s side of the cab attach the black...

Page 80: ...or plastic and the food items should be arranged so air can circulate freely Keep the area at the back of the refrigerator clean and free of debris Check for obstructions in the exterior refrigerator...

Page 81: ...g element to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing Proper relationship of pans to burner will improve efficiency PANTRY IF SO EQUIPPED Depending on the kitchen layout of your RV you ma...

Page 82: ...C attic fan or powered roof vent allows fresh air to circulate through the RV Do not leave the attic fan open when the RV is stored or unattended for long periods High winds other unusual conditions o...

Page 83: ...your furnace If you have any questions contact your dealer or Jayco Customer Service A qualified RV technician should perform all furnace maintenance at least once a year more often depending on furn...

Page 84: ...d secure the furniture for travel if so equipped _ Refrigerator door locked Exterior _ Empty black holding tank rinse as needed _ Empty gray holding tank _ Pack equipment into compartments and secure...

Page 85: ...which can draw irritants into the air So it is very important to properly ventilate your RV to remove the outgassing This is more prevalent in new RV s as they release moisture from construction mate...

Page 86: ...ight pleated shades mini blinds and d cor glass should be cared for as follows Window treatments and curtains Dust occasionally with a vacuum and soft brush attachment Due to fire retardant chemicals...

Page 87: ...inconspicuous area for colorfastness Carpet if so equipped Vacuum regularly with a vacuum cleaner with a revolving brush or beater bar Be sure the vacuum does not have teeth combs or rough edges as t...

Page 88: ...rain snow and salt air Do not wash the RV when it is in direct sunlight Park the RV in the shade and spray it with water to remove dust Next using an ample amount of clean water and a car washing mit...

Page 89: ...astic parts Use a sponge or chamois to clean plastic parts Use warm water and a soft cloth or chamois to remove any white residue from dark colored plastic surfaces Do not use a scrubbing brush or oth...

Page 90: ...traffic RUBBER ROOF The rubber roof on your RV is manufactured by Alpha Systems Read and follow the OEM manual when cleaning the rubber roof If you have questions contact your dealer EXTERIOR ROOF SID...

Page 91: ...istance with the proper sealant s to use on the specific area s of your RV If you notice water inside the RV immediately have the dealer check for the source of the leak Failure to correct the leak ma...

Page 92: ...to allow air circulation and prevent mildew and musty odors Lubricate locks and hinges on exterior doors Turn OFF the inverter if so equipped Turn OFF the motorhome 12 volt battery disconnect switch D...

Page 93: ...orhome Do a sealant inspection and repair as necessary De winterize and sanitize the fresh water system Connect a towed vehicle to motorhome if so equipped and test all connections and lights MAINTENA...

Page 94: ...ery cables y Check the wheel nuts at specified intervals to listed torque values re torque as needed refer to the Chassis Guide y Examine the tires for unusual wear sidewall defects from possible cuts...

Page 95: ...gs y Have the furnace inspected and serviced by a qualified technician y Inspect and reseal your motorhome y Perform routine preventative maintenance on the entire motorhome and all component parts Ev...

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Page 97: ...RLDWIDE INC 800 330 9707 MONITOR PANEL KIB ENTERPRISES www kibenterprises com 800 250 7051 NO FUSS FLUSH SPRAYER BLACK HOLDING TANK B B MOLDERS www bandbmolders com 574 259 7838 OUTSIDE SHOWER B B MOL...

Page 98: ...0 9 490 Range rear burner 6 500 6 860 Refrigerator 1 200 1 500 1 270 1 580 Water heater 8 800 9 280 ITEM AMP SIZE TYPE APPLICATION LOCATION Remote mirrors 1 Glass Option In line under dash left hand s...

Page 99: ...11 300W 821 300W ESTIMATED 250 350W 2 00 3 00 AMPS SATELLITE RECEIVER ESTIMATED 50 150W 50 1 25 AMPS STEAM IRON ESTIMATED 1000 1500W 8 50 12 50 AMPS TELEVISION ESTIMATED 65 2100W 50 2 00 AMPS TOASTER...

Page 100: ...ter full propane weight and SCWR CITY WATER Term associated with the water supply you hook up to at the campsite It is called city water because water is pulled from a central outside source like a ci...

Page 101: ...M ALLOWABLE WEIGHT of the fully loaded vehicle including liquids passengers cargo and the tongue weight of any towed vehicle HITCH WEIGHT The amount of the camper s weight that rests on the tow vehicl...

Page 102: ...the hitch UNLOADED UNLOADED VEHICLE WEIGHT UVW The WEIGHT of a vehicle as built at the factory with full fuel engine generator oil and coolants It does not include cargo fresh water propane occupants...