TABLE OF CONTENTS

PRE-TRAVEL CHECK LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 PLUMBING SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Fresh Water System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 The Water Pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
The Monitor Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
RULES FOR EQUIPMENT SELECTION AND Sanitizing the Fresh Water System . . . . . 10
PREPARATION FOR TOWING . . . . . . 2 Excessive Water Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . 10
The Waste Water System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
ON THE ROAD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Dumping the Holding Tanks . . . . . . . . . 10
Travel Trailer Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Holding Tank Care and Maintenance . . . 11
Determining and Distributing
the Trailer's Load . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 ELECTR ICA L SY STEM S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Chassis Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
HITCHING UP YOUR TRAVEL Battery Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
TRAILER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 4 120-Volt AC System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Hitching Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 4 The Power Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Hitching Procedure for Conventional Ground Fault Interrupter . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Trailers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 4
Hitching Procedure for Fifth-Wheel LIQUID PETROLEUM GAS SYSTEM . . . . . . . 12
Trailers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 4 LP Gas Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Using LP Gas System at
Low Temperatures . . . . . . . . . 13
THE BRAKING SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Filling LP Gas Tanks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Brake S ystem Com ponents . . . . . . . . . . . 5 LPG Leak Detector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Braking Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Lighting LP Gas Appliances . . . . . . . . . 13

TOWING SPEED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 APPLIANCES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Water Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
SAFE DRIVING TIPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Furnace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
LIFE WITH YOUR NEW TRAILER . . . . . . . . . . 7 Air Conditioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Entry Step . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Entry Assist H andle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Smoke Detector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Entry Doors, Screens, and Locks . . . . . . . 7
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 PERIODIC MAINTEN ANCE CHECK LIST . . . 15
Emergency Exit Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
EXTERIOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
STORAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Windows, Doors, Vents and Locks . . . . 16
Exterior C ompartm ents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Sealant Renewal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Door and W indow Re-sealing . . . . . . . . 16
INTERIOR AND FURNISHINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Rubber Roof System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Dinette Conversion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
PREPARING THE TRAILER FOR LONG-TERM
OPERATING THE SLIDE OUT ROOM . . . . . . . 8 STORAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Extending the Slide Out Room . . . . . . . . . 8 Winter Storage Below Freezing . . . . . . . 16
Closing the Slide Out Room . . . . . . . . . . . 9

EFFECTS OF PROLONGED OCCUPANCY . . . . 9 MAINTENANCE CHART . . . . . . . . . . 18

Controlling Moisture Condensation . . . . . 9
Ventilate W ith Outside A ir . . . . . . . . . . . 9 WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
PRE-TRAVEL CHECK LIST RULES FOR EQUIPMENT
SELECTION AND PREPARATION
Exterior FOR TOWING
C Disconnect water, electrical, and d rain lines.
Your towing equipment, its adjustments and how you
C Check roof top carrier (if installed).
load the trailer will have a great effect on trailer
C Remove blo cks from wheels. Retract steps.
towing stability and handling. The following rules
C Lower front windows and rockguard.
will help you select, adjust and load your equipment
in a manner that will help produce acceptable towing
characteristics:

1. Use a tow vehicle that is large enough for your

trailer and has the needed power an d heavy du ty
running gear. The tow vehicle must be rated by
its manufacturer both to tow the gross weight
and to carry the hitch weight of the fully loaded
trailer.

2. Use a weight distributing hitch rated not less

than the trailer Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR). Follow the tow vehicle and hitch
manufactur er's instructions. Install the hitch ball
as close as p ractical to the re ar bump er to
minimize rear overhang.

3. Use a sway control system, installed and

C Check wheel nut torque. adjusted according to the sway control
C Check LP G tank leve l and refill if necessa ry. manufacturer's instructions.
C Check hitch and hitch ba ll.
C Check tires a nd adjust p ressures if nece ssary. 4. Use a brake controller that automatically applies
C Check batteries. the brakes in p roportio n to the tow ve hicle
C Check running lights, turn signals, interior brakes.
and panel lights.
C Check brakes, bra ke fluid, brake lights. 5. Adjust the brake controller so that the brakes of
C Proper hitching procedure. the trailer operate as quickly as possible without
C Check cooling system. sliding the tires of the loaded trailer during
C Lock deadbolt in entry door(s). strong braking.

Interior 6. Do not u se an autom atic speed c ontrol while

towing.
C Lower TV antenna.
C Turn off water heater. 7. Inflate the rear tires of the tow veh icle to their
C Turn off water pump.
maximum cold pressure.
C Turn off furnace.
C Turn off ra nge pilot.
8. Inflate the trailer tires to their maximu m cold
C Close cooktop cover.
pressure.
C Close roof vents.
C Close all doors, drawe rs and windows.
C Secure freestanding furniture.

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9. Load the trailer placing heavy objects and goods
Max. Allowable Max. Allowable
as close to the trailer axle(s) as possible. Do not Tongue Type loaded tongue hitch weight
place heavy objects on the rear bumper or on the and size weight rating
tongue.
4-inch tubular 500 lbs. 550 lbs.
4-inch cha nnel 750 lbs. 1000 lbs.
10. Adjust the hitc h ball height so that the fully 5-inch tubular 900 lbs. 1000 lbs.
loaded trailer is level front-to-rear when 5-inch cha nnel 1000 lbs. 1200 lbs.
attached to the fully loaded tow vehicle with the 6-inch tubular 1100 lbs. 1200 lbs.
hitch spring bars tightened. or channel

11. When loading the trailer do not exceed the

trailer Gross Axle Weight Rating(s) (GAWR). WARNING: DO NOT EXCEED THE
Weigh the fully loaded trailer from time to time SPECIFIED TONGUE WEIGHT AS YOU
to verify that trailer GAWR and GVWR are not COULD CAUSE DAM AGE TO THE TRAILER
exceeded, and that the loads on the right-hand FRAME. ALSO, OVERLOADING CO ULD
and left-hand wheels are ap proxima tely equal. RESULT IN POOR HANDLING AND
BRAKING.
12. Do not e xceed the to w vehicle G ross Axle
Weigh t Ratings(s) (G AWR ) or Gro ss Vehicle Determining and Distributing
Weigh t Rating (GV WR) . Weigh th e tow vehicle the Trailer's Load
from time to time to verify these loadings.
The GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING
(GVW R) for your trailer is found on the label
attached at the front road side of the trailer. You
ON THE ROAD must compare the GVWR to the actual loaded weight
of your trailer. If the loaded weight of your trailer
Travel Trailer Loading
exceeds the GVW R, your trailer is overloaded and
you will have to remove items to bring the weight
A travel trailer chassis (springs, wheels, tires, axles,
down to or below the GVWR.
frame and tongue) is de signed to ca rry a certain
maximum load. This load consists of the weight of
WARNING: DO NOT EXC EED THE RATED
the empty trailer itself, and weight added in the form
LOAD OF THE TOW VEHICLE, THE
of water, food, clothing, and anything else that may
TRAILER, OR THE RATED LOAD OF ANY
be stored in or attached to the trailer. The maximum
AXLE.
load for which the trailer is designed is called the
GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING (GVWR)
NOTE: IF OTHER EQUIPMENT OR OPTIONS
and is the total of the weight on the axles and the
SUCH AS LEVELING JACKS, AWNINGS, ROOF
weight on the trailer tongue.
STORAGE PODS, ETC., ARE INSTALLED
AFTER THE TRAILER LEAVES THE FACTORY,
Another critical weight factor is the GROSS AXLE
THE WEIGHT OF THESE ITEMS MUST BE
WEIGHT RAT ING (G AW R). This is the
SUBTRACTED FROM THE TOTAL OF THE
maximum weight a spec ific axle is designe d to carry.
LOAD AND CARGO CARRYING CAPACITIES.
Again the ratin g represen ts the empty veh icle's axle
weight plus the added load. On trailers with more
WARNING: DO NOT INSTALL ANY TYPE OF
than one axle, the weight is divided between each
WEIGHT CARRYING RACK, FRAME, OR
axle and each has its own GAW R. The total o f all
HITCH TO THE REAR BUMPER, FRONT
axle loads plus the tongue weight must not exceed the
A-FRAME ASSEMBLY, CHASSIS OR BODY
trailer GVWR.
COMPONENT OF THE TRAILER. DAMAGE
TO THE TRAILER BODY AN D UNSTABLE
Your traile r is designed for maximu m tongue w eights HANDLING CHARACTERISTICS MAY
and hitch tongue weight ratings depending on the RESULT. ADD-ONS TO THE REAR BUMPER,
following cha rt: FRONT A-FRA ME ASSEM BLY OR CH ASSIS
WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY ON
STRUCTURA L COM PONENTS.

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WARNING: DO NOT STOR E OR CARRY LP distributing hitch manufacturer's instructions.
GAS CONTAINERS, GASOLINE, OR OTHER
FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS INSIDE YOUR 6. After adjusting the spring bars, lower the jack,
TRAILER. remove the dolly wheel or foot, and fully retract
the jack. No te that the trailer mu st be relatively
HITCHING UP YOUR TRAVEL level, front to ba ck. Any tilt must be very slight.

TRAILER 7. Install the sway control system according to the

manufacturer's instructions.
Hitching Up
8. Connec t the safety chains. Lo op each chain
Hitching up your trailer will be come ro utine with through a suitable attachment eye on the tow
experience. Make it a habit to examine all hitch vehicle. To adjust the chain length, insert the
components before hitching up the trailer. If you chain quick coupler thro ugh an app ropriate
have a conventional ball hitch, check for cracked or chain link.
bent parts, cr acked we lds, deform ed or stripp ed bolts.
Inspect the weight-distributing hitch spring bars and WARNING: NEVER ATTACH SAFETY
chains. Be s ure the hitch ba ll is tight and well CHAINS TO THE HITCH BALL OR ANY
lubricated. Check the trailer tongue for cracks. Be REMOVABLE PART OF THE HITCH.
sure the ball locking device works freely. Inspect the
safety chains. If you find defects in any hitch 9. Connect the breakaway switch lanyard to an
component, correct it before towing the trailer. attachment eye on the tow vehicle. Be sure the
switch lanyard is adjusted so that the switch is
Hitching Procedure for Conventional Trailers not actuated during a full "jackknife" turn.

Before attempting to hitch up your trailer, read the WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT THE
instructions pro vided by yo ur hitch manu facturer. BREAKAWAY SWITCH LANYARD TO THE
Your traile r coupler is b uilt for a 2-5/16 " hitch ball. HITCH BALL OR ANY REMOVABLE PART
Your hitch ball must be this size. OF THE HITCH.

The follo wing instruction s are usable in most cases. 10. Plug in the 12-volt electrical cord into the
If the instructions p rovided with your hitch d eviate mating tow ve hicle socket.
from these instructions, follow the hitch
manufacturer's instructions. 11. Run an operational check of stop lights, turn
indicators, running lights, and electric brakes
1. Turn the tongue jack crank clockwise to raise before driving off. See "ELECTRICAL
the tongue and coupler. Raise the tongue SY STEM " for more details about the electrical
sufficiently to clear the hitch ball on the tow system and wiring.
vehicle.
Hitching Procedure for Fifth-Wheel Trailers
2. Back the tow vehicle until the hitch ball is under
the hitch ball socket. If you are working alone, Before hitching up your trailer, read the instructions
a backing a id mirror m ay be helpful. provided by the hitch manufacturer. The following
instructions apply in most cases. If the instructions
3. Be sure the coupler latch locking lever on the provided with your hitch differ from this procedure,
tongue is fully open. Lower the tongue jack follow the manufacturer's instructions.
until the ball is firmly seate d in the socke t.
Close the coupler latch and secure it with a Adjust the height of the receiver and trailer pin box so
locking pin o r bolt. that the loaded trailer is level when hitched to the tow
4. Raise the tow vehicle and trailer with the tongue vehicle and ready to trave l.
jack high enough to allow room to install the
weight distributing hitch spring bars. NOTE: CHECK PIN BOX AD JUSTING BOLT
TORQUE WITH A TORQUE WRENCH. TORQUE
5. Attach the spring bars according to the weight TO 150 FT.-LBS.

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The tow vehicle and trailer should b e on level gro und. 12. Reverse this procedure for unhitching your
This makes connecting the receiver and pin box much trailer.
easier if both height and side-to-side levels are
carefully matched.

1. Raise or lower the front of the trailer so the king

pin height matches the coupler assembly of the THE BRAKING SYSTEM
tow vehicle.
The electric brakes on your trailer are similar to the
2. Open c oupler loc king device so the pin will drum bra kes on your car or truck. T he basic
engage the hitch plate jaws. difference between them is that your trailer brakes are
operated by 12-volt direct current from the tow
3. Lower tow vehicle tailgate. vehicle, rather than by direct hydraulic action. The
brakes have been factory calibrated for smooth,
4. Slowly back the tow vehicle toward the pin box positive response. During the break-in period, you
until the tailgate can be raised after clearing the may experience squeaking brakes. This is normal and
king pin. Keep king pin and coupler aligned. will cease after a few miles of break-in wear.

5. Close tailgate. Brake System Co mponents

6. Continue backing and engage king pin and The braking system on your trailer consists of several
coupler c ompletely. major components, all of which must function
properly for safe and responsive braking.
7. Close co upler lockin g device. E ngage the safe ty
latch. 1. Tow Veh icle Battery: The tow vehicle is the
primary electrical power source for the trailer braking
8. Raise fifth-wheel landing gear. system. The connection is made at the positive post
of the battery o r at the tow veh icle starter solen oid
9. Connect the break away switch lanyard. Make battery termina l.
sure the lanyard is adjusted so that the switch is
not actuated during a full jackknife turn. 2. Brake Controller: Note: T he brake c ontroller is
not supplied with your trailer. The electric trailer
10. Plug the 12-volt electrical cord into the mating brakes are automatically applied by the brake
receptacle on the tow vehicle. controller, which is usually mounted within easy
reach of the tow vehicle driver.
11. Run an operational check of brake lights, turn
signals, running lights, and electric brakes WAR NING: D O NO T INSTA LL A F USE IN
before leaving on your trip. THE CIRCUIT BETWEEN THE TOW
VEHICLE BATTERY AND AN ELECTRIC OR
ELEC TRO NIC B RAK E CO NTR OLL ER. A
BLOWN FUSE WILL CAUSE THE
CONTROLLER TO CEASE FUNCTIONING
BOTH AUTOM ATICALLY AND MAN UALLY
CAUSING LOSS OF TRAILER BRAKING
WITH NO ADVANCE WARNING.

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 of your battery(s) is channeled to the brak es,
which could result in possible damage to the
brakes or the wiring when the actuating p in is
left out for an extended period of time.

c. Test brakes by attempting to drive away. The

breakaway switch is functioning properly if the
trailer brakes are activated. Com plete this test
quickly.

d. If the brakes are not activated, check that the

trailer battery is connected and fully charged
and the trailer brakes are properly adjusted.

e. Obtain service repair if the trailer brakes do not

operate after making these che cks.

3. Connector Plug: The multi-pin cord connector at f. Reinsert the b reakaway sw itch actuating p in
the front of the trailer transfers electrical power from before towing the trailer.
the tow vehicle battery to the trailer brakes, exterior
lighting system, and battery. WARNING: DO NOT TO W A TRAILER WITH
A MALFUNCTIONING BREAKAWAY
4. Breakawa y Switch: The bre akaway switch is SWIT CH.
located o n the trailer tongu e. It has a steel cab le
(lanyard) fastened to it which will reach to the frame WAR NING: D O NO T LEA VE TH E PUL L PIN
of the tow vehicle. This device is one of the most OUT OF THE BREAKAWAY SWITCH FOR
vital components on your trailer's braking system. It MORE THAN A FEW SECONDS (30 TO 60
automatically applies the trailer brakes if the tow SECONDS) OR THE BATTERY WILL BE
vehicle and trailer becom e uncoup led while in DRAINED. DO NOT USE THE BREAKAWAY
motion. T he breaka way switch op erates when a pull SWITCH FOR A PARK ING BRAKE.
pin linked by the cable to the tow vehicle is separated
from the switch. When the switch closes, power for 5. Grounding: A poor ground circuit from the
brake application is transferred to the onboard trailer brakes to the tow vehicle battery can be as
battery. The steel lanyard must be anchored to the detrimental to efficient braking as a poor primary
tow vehicle w hen the trailer is hitch ed up. Sec ure this circuit from the battery to the brakes.
cable loo p to the per manent fram e of the tow ve hicle
or a part o f the hitch that is not rem ovable. Braking Tips

DO NOT FASTEN THE BREAKAWAY 1. Before moving your trailer, inspect all external
SWITCH LANYARD TO THE HITCH BALL braking system components. Inspect all wiring
OR ANY OTHER REMOVABLE PART OF THE connections. Test the breakaway switch as
HITC H. outlined above.

Remov e the pull pin ev ery three mo nths and lubr icate 2. Never use the trailer brakes alone for extended
it with light oil. Before reinserting the pin, spray the periods.
inside of the switch with an electrical contact cleaner
to prevent corrosion. Test the breakaway switch 3. Never use the tow vehicle brakes alone.
operation before e ach trip as follows:
4. Always use the automatic b rake contro ller. This
a. Hitch the trailer to the tow vehicle. synchronize d braking sys tem enable s you to
drive in the manner recom mended by exp erts.
b. Pull out the b reakaway sw itch actuating p in. TOWING SPEED
Never leave the actuating pin out for more than
a few seconds as damage can result to wiring or Reasonable veh icle speed is probab ly the greatest
the brakes. When the pin is out the full power

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factor in safe, pleasant towing. With experience you
will develop the special dr iving skills neede d for safe C Instruct your fam ily on what to do in case of a
trailer towing. fire. Hold fire drills periodically. Practice
using the emergency exits. Maintain proper
WARNING: TOW AT MODERATE SPEEDS charge in the fire extinguisher.
ALLOWING FOR ADVERSE HIGHWAY AND
WIND CONDITIONS. INCREASED SPEED C Insure that the L P gas dete ctor prov ided with
REDUCES TRAILER TOWING STABILITY, your unit is in proper working condition. Check
HANDLING AND STOPPING ABILITY. and repla ce batteries p eriodically. .

WARNING : DO NOT USE A CR UISE C Keep a well-stocked first-aid kit handy.

CONTROL OR A UTOMATIC SPEED
REGULATING DEVICE WHEN TOWING A C Become familiar with the position of the travel
TRAILER. trailer in traffic, and be cautious when
maneuve ring to allow fo r the length and width
WARNING: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO STOP of the vehicle. A lways allow extra room to
TRAILER SWAYING BY QUICK STEERING corner and to change lanes. Learn to use the
CHANGES OR BY FORCEFULLY APPLYING side mirrors to view the road behind. Check
THE TOW VEHICLE BR AKES. IT IS BEST TO your mirrors often.
USE THE MANUAL LEVER LOCATED ON
YOUR BRAKE C ONTROL.
LIFE WITH YOUR NEW
SAFE DRIVING TIPS TRAILER
Entry Step
C When backing the trailer have so meone sta nd to
the rear on the driver's side to guide you.
Folding or sliding entry steps are located under each
entry door . Some mo dels may hav e double or triple
C Before d eparting on a trip check yo ur routes.
steps.
Remember that some tunnels prohibit travel
trailers with LP gas systems.
To extend the double or triple step: Pull comp lete
step assemb ly out; let it down co mpletely. Un fold
C Drive at mo derate spe eds, particula rly in traffic
bottom step(s) from over top step and lower
and adverse weather conditions. Gusty or
complete ly. Reverse to r etract.
strong wind conditions can radically and
violently chang e the towab ility of your unit.
Entry A ssist Han dle
Take precautions when passing another vehicle,
especially truck s. Be aware that another ve hicle
An entry assist handle is located outside each entry
passing you can also radically change the
door. M any mode ls have an ad ditional assist han dle
towability of your unit. When in doubt, slow
inside the entry door.
down or pull off of the roa d especia lly in
adverse w eather con ditions.
Entry Doors, Screens, and L ocks
C Allow extra distance for passing and stopping.
Entry doo r locks and deadbo lts are keyed se parately.
Be sure to record all key numbers and keep them in a
C Before traveling make sure all doors are closed
safe place. The screen door may be separated from
and cabinets, drawers and loose objects are
the main entry d oor. A ho ldback m echanism w ill
secure.
secure the main door against the side of the trailer.
NOTE: It is always a good idea to lock the entry
C Do not tra vel with full holding tanks. Emp ty
door deadbolt(s) before traveling. This will reduce
holding tanks before traveling. Be aware that
the possibility of the door(s) opening on the road.
full holding tanks can radically change the
weight and balance of your unit and will alter
Windows
the towability of your unit--particularly in rear
bath models.

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Windows in your trailer are either slider or torque
pane type. Slider windows may be opened by pulling 4. Lower tab le top to the d inette frame to c omplete
out the latch knob--when the slider window is closed bed base.
the latch will automatically lock into place. Torque
windows may be opened and adjusted by turning the 5. Slide seat and back cushion into place over bed
knob or crank located at the bottom corner of the base.
window.

Emergency Exit Window OPERATING THE SLIDE OUT

The em ergency exit w indow pro vides an esc ape route ROOM
in case the trailer must be evacuated under emergency
conditions. To operate the window, pull the red Extending the Slide Out Room
handle(s) a nd push the window o ut.
Before ope rating your slide out room the trailer must
STORAGE be level and stable.

Exterior Compartmen ts 1. Level each side by using blocks under the tires
if necessary and adjusting the front landing gear
Exterior storage compartments in the trailer maximize on 5th-wheels or front jack on travel trailers.
available space and should accommodate most of
your storage needs. All of the storage co mpartme nts 2. Level the trailer from front to back using the
can be loc ked. The LP gas com partme nt is front landing gear or front jack.
required by safety regulations to be unlocked at
all times. All compa rtments have been des igned to 3. Lower the stabilizer jack s provide d with all
remain secure while the vehicle is in motion. slide out room equipped units. These are
designed to stabilize the unit, but not to support
When storing eq uipment and supp lies: its full weight.

1. Always keep tools and eq uipment sto red in 4. If the trailer is not leveled, it could damage the
areas where they will not shift while traveling. slide out room, seals and/or slide out
mechanism .
2. Exterior storage compartments may not be
watertight in all wea ther and ro ad cond itions. 5. REM OVE TR AVEL L OCK S: After the unit
Any articles which could be damaged by water has been leveled and stabilized you must
or dirt should be carried inside the trailer. remove the two (2) travel locks before operating
the slide out room. There is one (1) aluminum
rubber tipped rod located on each side of the
INTERIOR AND FURNISHINGS slide out roo m.

The materials used inside your trailer have been

6. Check around the room for any obstructions
selected for d urability and co mfort. W ith reasonab le
such as op en cabinet d oors or furn iture.
care these materials will stand up under years of
recreational living.
7. You are now read y to extend the slide out roo m.
Locate the slide out switch. H old the switch in
Dinette Conversion
the "OUT" position until the room comes to a
stop. Release the switch.
To convert the dinette into a bed:
1. Remove cushio ns.
NOTE: YOUR BATTERIES NEED TO BE
ADEQUATELY CHARGED AND YOU NEED TO
2. Lift table, reach underneath, unlatch and fold the
BE CONNECTED TO YOUR TOW VEHICLE OR
leg up und er the table top --or remove the table
120-VOLT POWER IF IT IS AVAILABLE TO
leg(s) if necessary and store between the sea ts.
ENSURE PROPER FUNCTION OF THE SLIDE
O U T M ECH A N ISM .
3. Raise front p ortion of tab le several inche s to
disengage inserts from the wall suppo rts.
8. Never attempt to move your trailer with the slide

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 out room extended . This will cause damage to Fresh Water System
the room and/or the trailer.
Fresh water is available from either an extern al "city
Closing the Slide Out Room water" hookup or onboard storage.

1. Look for any obstructions around the slide out The external system is pressurized by the water
room both interior and exterior. system at an RV park or city water supply. Connect
the city water system as follows:
2. Locate the slide out switch and hold in the "IN"
position until the room is in an d comes to a stop. 1. Remove the protective cap over the city water
Release the switch. inlet.

3. Replace the travel locks (aluminum r ods) to 2. Connec t one end o f a portable water hose to
their original position--one on each side of the park or city w ater supply.
slide out roo m.
3. Run the city wa ter supply for a few second s to
4. Raise the stabilizer jacks. clear the line.

5. Now the s lide out roo m is ready for travel. CAUTION: OVER FILLING THE FRESH
WATER TANK FR OM A PRESSURIZED
IMP ORT ANT : BE SURE T O REFER T O MAN UFACTU RER’S SOURCE MAY CAUSE SERIOUS DAMAGE TO
I N S T R U C TI O N S FO R T H E S P EC I F IC S L ID E M E C H A N I SM O N Y O U R
U NIT . i.e. B E DR OOM MECHANI SM I S NOT THE SAME AS T H E THE WATER TANK OR STRUCTURAL
LIVING ROOM/DINING ROO M SLIDE MECHANISM. COMPONENTS. MONITOR WATER TANK
FILLING CONTINUALLY.
N O T E : R E F E R T O M A N U FA C T U R E R ’ S I N S T R U C TI O N S FO R
M A N U A L O P E R A TI O N O F SL I D E M E C HA N I S M IN C A S E O F
E L E C T R IC A L F A IL U R E. The Water Pump

The on board fre sh water system is pressurized by a

EFFECTS OF PROLONGED self-priming, 12-volt DC pump. The pump operates
automatically when the pump power switch is "ON"
OCCUPANCY and a faucet or valve is opened. Turn the pump "ON"
to pressurize the system. When a faucet is opened
Controlling Moisture Condensation after the initial filling of the tank, the water may
sputter for a few seconds. This is normal and is not
You can reduce or eliminate interior moisture cause for concern.
condensation during cold weather by taking the
following steps: The Monitor Panel

Ventilat e With Outside Air The monitor panel allows you to check the
approximate liquid levels in the fresh water and
Partially open one or more roof vents and one or holding tanks, and to monitor battery charge
more windows to provide controlled circulation of conditions.
outside air into the interior. 1. Press "WATER" or "BLACK TANK" or
"GRAY TANK " rocker switches.
Install tight fitting storm windows to reduce or
eliminate con densation o n window g lass. 2. Erroneo us indications can be cau sed by:

WARNING: DO NOT COVER THE a. Water w ith low minera l content.

E M E R GE N C Y E X IT W IN D O W .
b. Material trapped on the sides of the holding
WARNING: DO NOT HEA T THE TRAILER tanks may give a full reading wh en the tank is
INTERIOR WITH THE RANGE OR OVEN. actually empty. Use of a spray to wash out the
tank following dumping should help prevent this
condition.
PLUMBING SYSTEM
Sanitizing the Fresh Water System

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 The Waste Water System
1. Prepare a solution of 1 /4 cup ho usehold liqu id
chlorine ble ach (5% sodium hyp ochlorite) to The waste water system in your trailer is made up of
one gallon of water for each 15 gallons of tank sinks, tub, shower, toilet, plumbing drain, vent lines,
capacity. "gray water" holding tank(s) and a "black water"
holding tank. The holding tanks make the system
2. Close drain valves and faucets, pour chlorine completely self-contained and allow you to dispose of
solution into the fresh water tank filler spout. waste water at your convenience. A flexible sewer
Fill tank completely with fresh water. hose is requ ired to con nect the hold ing tank outlet to
the inlet of an approved waste water dump station or
3. Turn water pump switch "ON." Be sure you sewer system. T he drain plu mbing is very sim ilar to
have 1 2-volt D C pow er. Open a ll faucets that used in your home. The system is trapped and
individually until water flows steadily, then turn vented to p revent waste g ases from b acking up into
off. This will purge any air from the lines. the trailer. The drain plumbing is made of ABS
plastic and is d urable and resistant to mo st chemicals.
4. Top o ff water tank with fresh water and w ait All drain plumbing except the toilet connection
three hours. terminates in the gray water holding tank. The toilet
is mounted on the black water tank and flushes
5. Drain the entire system by open ing all fresh directly into it.
water tank valves, faucets and plumbing line
drain valves. Dumping the H olding Tanks

6. Flush the system with drinking q uality water. The holding tanks terminate in a valve arrangement
Let the fresh water flow through the system for that permits dumping each tank separately or
several minutes to flush out the chlorine together. The valves are called "knife valves." A
solution. blade clo ses the ope ning in the sewe r drain pipe s.
The bla de is conne cted to a T -handle that is pu lled to
7. After you stop flushing the tank close the tank release the co ntents of the tank( s). During self-
valve, faucets, and drain valves. You can now containme nt use, the sewer line is securely cap ped to
fill the tank with fresh wa ter. The system is prevent leakage of waste material onto the ground or
ready to use. paveme nt. DO NOT PULL THE HOLDING
TANK KNIFE VALVE OPEN WHEN THE
Excessive Water Pressure PROTECTIVE CAP IS INSTALLED ON THE
PIPE. Always ensure that the tank is evac uated into
Some campground water systems may operate at an accep table sewer in let or dump station.
pressures that can damage the water system in your
trailer or cause water pum p failure. Yo ur RV sup ply WARNING: HOLDING TANKS ARE
dealer can advise you on the best choice regarding ENCLOSED SEWER SYSTEMS AND AS SUCH
water pressure regulators. MUST BE DRAINED INTO AN A PPROVED
DUMP STATION. BOTH TOILET AND GRAY
WATER HOLDING TANKS MUST BE
DRAINED AND THORO UGHLY RINSED
REGULARLY TO PREVENT
ACC UM ULA TION OF T OXIC MA TERI ALS.

Dump the ho lding tanks only when they are at least

3/4 full. If necessa ry, fill the tanks with water to 3/4
full. This provides sufficient water to ensure
complete flushing of waste material into the sewer
line. The hose is compressed and stored in the rear
bumper. W hen you want to drain the hold ing tanks:

sewer or dump station inlet. Push the hose

1. Attach the hose to the dump valve. Extend the firmly far enoug h into the op ening to be se cure.
hose and insert the end of the hose into the In some cases adapters may be necessary

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 between the line and the inlet. YOUR UNIT. DO NOT TRAVEL W ITH FULL
HOLDING TA NKS.
2. Arrange the sewer hose so it slopes evenly and
is supported to maintain the slope. ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
3. Dump the blac k water holding tank first. Grasp
the handle of the black water knife valve (the Chassis Electrical System
large one) firmly and slide the valve open with a
quick, stead y pull. The vehicle electrical system includes the trailer
battery, charging system, brake system, taillights, turn
4. Allow eno ugh time for the tank to drain signals, and other vehicle lights and accessories.
complete ly. Rinse and flush the tank and d rain
hose through the toilet with a bucket of water or The po wer center is the nerve cente r of the 12-vo lt
a hose. When the tank flow stops, push the DC--as well as the 120-volt AC-- system. Fuses for
handle in to close the valve. Run enough water the 12-volt DC circuits are located at the power
into the tank to c over the bo ttom. This w ill aid center panel. These fuses are automotive type and
the break up of solid wastes. should always be replaced with the same type and
amperage rating.
5. To dump the gray water tank, repeat the steps
above for the small knife valve. The gray water WARNING: DO NOT INSTALL 12-VOLT
knife valve may be left open in a semipermanent FUSES WITH AMPERAGE RATINGS
hookup. GREATER THAN THAT SPECIFIED ON THE
FUSE BOX LABEL.
PLEASE PRACTICE GOOD HOUSEKEEPING
WHEN DRAINING W ASTES AT A CAMPSITE Battery condition can be checked on the Monitor
OR DISPOSAL STATION. LEAVE THE SITE Panel. To check the battery charge:
IN GO OD O RDE R.
1. Unplug the 120-volt power cord to turn the
Holding Tank Care and M aintenance power co nverter off.

1. Keep the black water tank knife valve closed. 2. Press "B ATT ERY " rocker sw itch on the pa nel.
Fill tank to at least 3/4 full before dumping. Be
sure to cover the tank bottom with water after 3. Turn on a light or any 12-volt appliance. The
dumping. battery must be checked with a load.

2. Use only to ilet tissue formulate d for use in 4. Read b attery conditio n on the me ter. Red is
septic tank or RV sanitation systems. poor, yellow is fair, and green is good.

3. Keep both knife valves closed and locked and WARNING: DISCONNECT THE 120-VOLT
the drain cap tightly in place when using the ELECTRIC CORD AND BOTH CABLES FROM
system on the road. THE TRAILER BATTERY BEFORE
WORKING ON EITHER ELECTRICAL
4. Do not p ut facial tissue pap er, ethylene glyco l- S YS TE M .
based or other automotive antifreeze, sanitary
napkin, or household toilet cleaners in the
holding tanks.

5. Sometimes the holding tank valve will get

clogged. In this case, a hand operated auger
may be necessary. Be ready to close the valve
quickly onc e the clog is clea red. If the seal ge ts
damaged, it is easily replaced.

WARNING: FULL HOLDING TANKS CAN

RADICALLY CHANGE THE TOWABILITY OF

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Battery Charging Ground Fault Interrupter

Normally the battery will be kept charged by either Bathroom and patio 120-volt electrical outlets are
the tow vehicle charging system while on the road or protected by a Grou nd Fault Inter rupter (G FI). This
by the AC/D C powe r converter when plugg ed into device is provided in compliance with ANSI
AC service. A119 .2/NFP A 501C requireme nts and is intend ed to
protect you against the hazards of line to ground
IMPO RTA NT N OTE : Always leave h ome with a full electric faults and electrical leaka ge shocks p ossible
charge on your battery(s) . A slow trickle ch arge is when using electrical appliances in the bathroom or
best for long battery life. It requires at least 52 hours damp areas.
to fully charge an RV ba ttery on a trickle ch arger.
Once your battery(s) is fully charged, your power LIQUID PETROLEUM GAS
convertor will maintain the battery(s) to full peak
while your unit is plugged into 120-volt shore power SYSTEM
and your tow vehicle charging system will keep the
battery(s) at full pe ak while travelin g. LP Gas Safety Precautions

Do not smoke near batteries being charged or which Historically, LP gas is a safe and reliable fuel. As
have been recently charged. Please note that batteries with any other v olatile and flam mable ma terial,
are being charged while you drive and while you are common sense dictates that LP gas be handled and
connected to 120-volt AC power through the power used with respect and caution. Because LP gas
center/char ger circuit. systems are so reliable, they are often taken for
granted. Neglect can be a very dangerous habit. If
Check and adjust the electrolyte level before the system is maintained regularly, you can expect
charging. Fill each cell to the indicator with distilled almost troub le free oper ation.
water.
WARNING: LP GAS IS FLAMMABLE AND
120-Volt AC System POTENTIALLY EXPLOSIVE. USE PROPER
HANDLING, LIGHTING, AND VENTILATION
This system provides grounded electrical service for PROCEDU RES.
appliances such as the air conditioner, TV,
microwave oven , etc. The 120-volt system also 1. The distinc tive odor o f LP gas ind icates a leak.
provides a power source for the power center. Do not IF YOU SMEL L GAS:
use a two-conductor extension cord or any cord or
cable that do es not assure a pprop riate and ad equate a. Extinguish all open flames, pilot lights and
ground c ontinuity. all smoking materials.

The Power Center b. Do not touch elec trical switches.

The po wer center w ill supply 12-vo lt requireme nts c. Shut off the gas supply at the tank valve(s)
when your trailer is operating on 12 0 AC volts. Thus, or gas supply connection.
you will not have to worry about running down the
battery. When you are plugged into 120-volt AC d. Open all doo rs, windows and vents.
service, the power center automatically switches the
load from the battery to the power center. The e. Leave the area until the odor c lears.
onboar d battery will gra dually be br ought up to a full
charge and maintained by the battery charger as long f. Have the gas system chec ked and the cause
as 120-volt power is available. of the leak corrected before using the
system again.
NOTE: The 12 -volt battery is not su pplied with
the trailer by the trailer manufacturer. 2. Inspect the entire LP system for leaks or
damaged parts before each trip.

3. Do not restrict access to LP tanks. In an

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 emergenc y the tank service valve must b e easily
accessible. 3. Keep the valves on empty tanks tightly closed.

4. WARNING: TURN OFF LP MAIN VALVE 4. Have the gas tanks purged by the LP gas service
AND INDIVIDUALLY TURN OFF GAS station if freeze up occurs.
APPLIANCES OR ELECTRICALLY
DISCONNECT AUTOMATIC IGNITION Filling LP Gas Tanks
APPLIANCES BEFORE ENTERING AN
LP GAS BULK PLANT OR M OTOR FUEL WARNING: TURN OFF L P GAS MA IN
SERVICE STATION. VALVE BEFORE FILLING LP GAS TANKS OR
ENTERING AN LP GAS BULK PLANT OR
5. WARNING: DO NOT FILL GAS MOTOR FUEL SERVICE STATION. TURN
CONTAINERS TO MORE THAN 80% OFF ALL PILOT LIGHTS AND APPLIANCES
CAPACITY. OVERFILLING CAN INDIVIDUALLY BEFORE REFUELING
RESULT IN UNCONTROLLED GAS MOTOR FUEL TANKS AND /OR
FLOW WHICH CAN CAUSE FIRE AND PERMANENTLY MOUNTED LP-GAS
EXPLOSION. A PROPERLY FILLED CONTAINERS. WHEN NOT INDIVIDUALLY
CONTAINER HOLDS AB OUT 80% OF ITS TURNED OFF, AUTOMATIC IGNITION
VOLUME AS LIQUID. APPLIANCES MAY CONTINUE TO SPARK
WHEN LP GAS IS TURNED OFF AT THE
6. Be sure the tanks are secu rely fastened in the ir CONTAINER. DO NOT FILL LP GAS
rack whenever they are mounted on the trailer. CONTAINERS TO MORE THAN 80% OF
CAPACITY.
WARNING : DO NOT ATTEM PT TO ADJUST
THE REGULATOR. IT HAS BEEN PRESET BY LPG Leak Detector
THE R EGUL ATO R M ANU FACT URER . IF
ANY ADJUSTM ENT IS REQUIRED, IT MUST An optionally installed LP gas leak detector is located
BE MADE BY A QUALIFIED LPG SERVICE near the floor in the galley area. The unit contains an
TECHNICIAN USING SPECIAL EQUIPMENT. alarm that will sound alerting you to the presence of
low levels of potentially dangerous LP gas that may
Using LP Gas System at Low Temperatures have been released due to a range top or oven burner
flame loss, a ga s piping leak, o r an incorrec tly
Your gas system will function at low temperatures adjusted appliance burner.
provide d the system co mpone nts are kept at a
temperature abov e the vapor point of the LP gas. NOTE: THIS DEVICE DETECTS THE
PRESENCE OF LP GAS--IT DOES NOT
NOTE: Butane vaporizes at 32°F and propane DISCONNECT THE GAS SUPPLY.
vaporizes at about 40°F. Choose a type of LP gas
which has a boiling point approximately 40°F lower Lighting LP Gas Appliances
than any temperature you expect to encounter.
Detailed operating information for the LP appliances
LP gas system s can and d o freeze up in very cold can be fou nd in your O wner's Informa tion Packa ge.
weather. It is a common misconception that the Please read and follow these instructions.
regulator o r the gas itself freeze s. Actually, it is
moisture or water vapor that gets trapped in the
system or is absorbed by the gas that freezes and
causes the problem. This ice can build up and
partially or totally block gas supply. There are a
number of things you can do to prevent this freeze up:

1. Be sure the gas tank is totally moisture-free

before it is filled.

2. Be sure the tank is not overfilled. This is also a

safety consideration.

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APPLIANCES Air Conditioner

The optional roof-mounted air conditioner(s) can

Water Heater
operate o nly when the trailer is connected to 120-vo lt
AC power from either a public utility or the
CAUTION: DO NOT OPERATE W ATER
generator. Be sure to turn the circuit breaker(s) ON.
HEATER UNTIL IT IS FILLED WITH WATER.

Refrigerator
For detailed operating instructions refer to the
manufactur er's instruction ma nual.
The refrigerator may be operated from either LP gas
or 120-v olt electric po wer. Consult the operating
Furnace
instructio ns furnish ed in you r Ow ner's
Information Package.
Th e op era ting man ual i nclu ded in yo ur O wne r's
Information Package contains detailed operating and
NOTE: If your refrigerator is equipped with a
maintenance instructions.
"humidity" switch, set if to "OFF" if you will not be
using the trailer for 10 days o r longer. T his will help
Range
reduce battery drainage.
The gas o ven and b urners are o perated w ith LP gas.
Smoke Detector
The basic operation is the same as the range in your
home. For additional inform ation, please refer to
A battery-po wered sm oke detec tor comp lying with
the operating manual in your O wner 's
ANSI A 119.2/N FPA 5 01C is mo unted on the wall in
Information Package.
the living/cooking area of your trailer. Please read
the smoke detector Owner's Manual for details on
testing and caring for this important safety device.

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 PERIODIC M AINTENANCE C HECK LIST

Every 3,000 Every 6,000

Miles or 6 Miles or 12
Check Function Required Daily Week ly Months Months

Trailer brakes Test that they a re functioning p roperly X

Air pressure Infl ate t ires to m anu fact ure r's specifications X

Lug bolts o r Nuts 1 Tighten to proper torque specifications X

Breakaway switch Test switch operation, inspect connections X

Breakaway battery Maintain charge, inspect connections X

Wheel rims Inspect for dents, damage, or out of round X

Brake shoes2 Test brake drag and adjust if required X

Brake m agnets Inspect for uneven wear X

Wheel bearings and cups Inspect for w ear or dam age and lub ricate X

Hub / drum Inspect for heavy scoring or wear X

Seals Inspect for heavy scoring or wear X

Shackle links Visually inspect for wear or bends X

Equalizers Visually inspect for wear or bends X

Hangers Visually inspect welds and bo lt tightness X

Springs Visually inspect for broken, separated, or X

flattened (loss of camber) springs

Slide out room Check slide out room function & sealing X

Slide out hyd raulic Check slide out hydraulic pump fluid level X

1
Tighten wheel bolts or nuts every 50 miles for the first 200 miles and after every change
in wheel mounting.
2
Adjust brakes after first 200 miles, then at above intervals.

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 roof requires special adhe sives and material. Please
EXTERIOR see your Owner's Information Kit for additional
details on the roof system.
Window s, Doors, Vents and Locks
WAR NING: R UBB ER RO OF M ATER IAL IS
Keep moving parts of windows and latches adjusted SLIPPERY WHEN WET.
and maintained. Lubricate the windows with a light
oil or pow dered gra phite at least on ce a year.
Periodically check and tighten the screws holding the
windows in place periodically. Check the weather PREPARING THE TRAILER
sealant. See SEALANT RENEWAL. FOR LONG-TERM STORAGE
Sealant Renewal WINTERIZATION AND WINTER STORAGE

The adhesives and sealants used in the construction of Winter Storage Below Freezing
your trailer were developed to remain waterproof
under sustain ed effects of we ather and vib ration. Protecting the plumbing systems in your trailer is the
However, even the finest materials eventually dry out most important aspect of long-term winter storage.
and lose their effectiveness under constant heat of the
sun and attack by other elements. This section 1. Perform complete chassis service and
outlines the pr ocedure s that you must fo llow to lubrication.
maintain the weatherproof integrity of your trailer.
2. Drain the fresh water tank by opening the water
Door and Window Re-sealing tank drain valve. Leave valve open.

NOTE: Do not seal the bottom flanges of windows 3. Drain the w ater heater b y opening the drain
and doo rs. Two se alant voids ha ve been inte ntionally valve at the bottom of the heater and open the
left in the bottom flange sealant to provide exterior safety valve. Open the hot water faucets.
drainage in the event of leakage.
4. Open all cold water faucets and depress the
Rubber Roof System flush pedal o r pull the flush lever s on the toilet.
When each faucet has been opened, drained, and
Cleaning closed, close the water line drain valves and
fresh water tank drain valve.
For norm al cleaning, stand ard house hold dete rgents
or cleansers may be used. 5. Drain the sh ower head by openin g the valve.
Let all water drain out of the tub spout. Leave
Care the valve open.

The rubber roof should be checked periodically--at 6. Apply graphite lubricant to the knife valve
least once during the year. Should the sealant which actuator rod.
has been applied to specific areas of the roof appear
to be cracked or pulling away from a particular area, CAUTION: DRAINING THE WATER
that area will need to be resealed to insure that your SYSTEM ALONE WILL NOT PROVIDE
unit remains wa terproof. ADE QUA TE CO LD W EATH ER PR OTE CTIO N.
IF THE TRAILER IS TO BE UNHEATED
The rub ber roof m aterial can be cut by sharp o bjects. DURING FREEZING TEM PERATURES,
Use cautio n when load ing sharp artic les on the roo f. CONSULT YO UR DEALER F OR THE BEST
WINTERIZING PROCEDURE FOR YOUR
If you add a ccessories o r new equip ment on the roof, CLIM ATE. Y OUR DEAL ER CA N WIN TERIZE
be sure the installer is qualified to work on the rubber YOUR TRAILER FOR YO U OR CAN SUPPLY
roof material. This is required under the terms of the YOU WITH ONE OF THE SPECIAL
warranty. ANTIFREEZES WHICH ARE SAFE AND
APPROVED FOR U SE IN RV WATER
Repair kits are available through your dealer. The SYSTEMS. FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS

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FURNISHED WITH THE ANTIFREEZE. 9. Place open end of the hose into a bottle of
approved RV antifreeze.
7. Your water system is equipped with two each
three position valves. The first is located in the 10. Turn the water pump master switch ON.
back of your water heater, turn it to the by pass
position as indicated in the following diagram. 11. Open each water faucet. Run the water pump
and let about one cup of antifreeze solution flow
8. Next locate valve #2 between your water tank continuously through each faucet. Close each
and water pump. Turn the valve to the up water faucet.
position to draw antifreeze into the system as
indicated in the diagram. 12. Turn the water pump OFF. Open water faucet
to relieve pressure--then close.

Winte rization o f the fresh water system is

complete.

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 MAINTENANCE CHART

Service to be Performed Service In terval

Each Trip or 1,000 Miles or 2,500 Miles or 5,000 Miles or 6 10,000 M iles or
Description We ekly 30 Da ys 90 Da ys Months Yea rly

Pack wheel bearings X

Inspect brakes X

Inspect safety chains X

Inspect brake wiring X

Inspect tires X

Inspect h itch com ponents X

Lubricate locks X

Lubricate coupler latch & socket X

Lubricate hinges X

Inspect & clean ven ts X

Torque lug nuts X

Sanitize water tank (if trailer has been stored) X

Clean drapes & interior fabrics

Clea n bat tery ca bles & term inals , che ck flu id leve ls X

Inspect suspension X

Check all seams & openings & reseal as needed X

Check water sys tem com ponents X

Balance tires (after 1st 1,000 miles; as req. thereafter) X

Complete LPG system check & pressure check X

Visually ins pect exp osed LP G system comp onents X

(Before use)

Check generator (if equipped) exhaust system X

(Before use)

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 TWO YEAR W ARRANTY
FOR TRAVEL TRAILERS AND 5TH-WHEELS MANUFACTURED BY NORTHWOOD MANUFACTURING
SOLD IN THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA

COVERAGE PROVIDED

Your new travel trailer/5th-wheel (coach), including the structure, plumbing, heating, and electrical systems, and all appliances and equipment
installed by the manufacturer, is warranted under normal use to be free from manufacturing defects in material and workmanship.

This warranty extends to the first retail purchaser and his transferee(s) and begins on the date of original retail delivery or the date the coach is
first placed into service as a rental, commercial or demonstrator coach (whichever occurs first). This warranty extends for a period of two years
from such date. Written notice of defects must be given to the selling dealer or the manu facturer not later than ten (10) days after the expiration
of the applicable warranty. Warranty repairs, if required, will be made without charge after your coach is taken to the dealer or manufacturing
plant location.

OWNER'S OBLIGATIONS

The owner is responsible for normal maintenance as described in the Owner's Manual; however, minor adjustments (such as adjustments to the
interio r or exterio r doors, LP re gulator p ressure, c abinet latches, TV antenn a contro l, etc.) wi ll be perfor med by the dealer du ring the first 90 days
of warranty coverage. Thereafter, such adjustments are the responsibility of the owner as normal maintena nce unless required as a direct result
of repair or replace ment of a d efective p art und er this wa rranty.

DEALER'S OBLIGATIONS

By agreement with the manufacturer, the dealer is obligated to maint ain the coach prior to retail sale, to perform a detailed predelivery inspection
and to repair or replace any parts necessary to correct defects in material or workmanship.

WHEN A DEALER DOES NOT RESOLVE A PROBLEM

If the dealer is unable or unwilling to resolve a problem which the owner is convinced is covered by this warranty, he should contact
NORTHWOOD MANUFACTURING at the address listed below and provide the manufacturer with a description in writing of the problem and
attempts made to resolve it.

MANUFACTURER'S OBLIGATIONS

Upon receipt of notice of a claim which the dealer was unable or unwilling to resolve, NORTHWOOD MANUFACTURING will repair or
replace any parts necessary to correct defects in material or workmanship, or will take other appropriate action as may be required.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY

THIS WARRANTY DO ES NOT COVE R THE FOLLOWING:

1. Tires and batteries, which are covered by the separate warranties of the respective manufacturers of these components.

2. Damage caused by or related to:

A. Accidents, misuse or negligence

B. Failure to comply with instructions contained in the Owner's Manual
C. Alteration or modification of the coach.
D. Environmental conditions (salt, hail, chemicals in the atmosphere, etc.)

3. Normal deterioration due to wear or exposure, i.e., fading of fabrics, drapes, carpet wear, etc.

4. Normal maintenance and service items such as light bulbs, fuses, lubricants, etc.

5. Extra expenses such as transportation to and from dealer or manufacturing plant location, loss of time, loss of pay, loss of use of the
coach, inconvenience, commercial loss, towing charges, bus fares, vehicle rental, incidental charges such as telephone calls or lodging
bills, or other incidental or consequential damages.

This warranty gives you specific legal ri ghts, and you m ay also have other rig hts which ma y vary from state to sta te.

Dealers or a ny other p ersons are not aut horized t o make mod ificat ions to t his warra nty, any a dditio nal stat ements co ncernin g this war ranty,
whether oral or written are not the responsibility of the manufacturer.

BRAND NAME MODEL SERIAL NO.

ADDRESS OF MANUFACTURING FACILITY: MAILING ADDRESS:

59948 Downs Road PO Box 3359
La Grande, OR 97850 La Grande, OR 97850
Telephone: 541-962-6274 Fax: 541-962-6217

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