Setup For Camping - Jayco ESCAPADE 2004 Owner's Manual

SETUP FOR CAMPING

Leveling your RV is important for several reasons:
1. The refrigerator is designed to operate when level for best performance due to the absorption
system.
2. The water drainage systems are designed with proper slope and must be level for proper
operation.
3. A level motorhome is more comfortable for sleeping and walking.
4. The oven performs best when level.
For leveling the motorhome, carry a quantity of 2"x6"x12" blocks to place under the tires when
parking on an uneven campsite. "Chock" the tires to prevent the vehicle from rolling off the blocks.
If the vehicle is equipped with stabilizer jacks, use them for support as needed. DO NOT use these
jacks for raising the vehicle.
After correctly leveling and supporting your motorhome, connect items such as the fresh water
supply and holding tank drain hose.
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CAUTION: To prevent 120-volt AC electrical power surges from damaging connected
loads, it is recommended to follow this procedure:
1. Enter the motorhome and turn off ALL 120-volt circuit breakers
2. Exit the motorhome and plug in power cord, 120-volt AC
3. Return to inside of the motorhome and turn on MAIN circuit breaker first.
4. Now turn on the remainder of circuit breakers, A, B, etc.
You may also possess a volt meter to read voltage coming from power source. Campgrounds
occasionally have low or high voltage. Any prolonged overload will shorten the life of 120-volt
system and appliances.
Open the valve at the LP propane tank SLOWLY. Light pilot lights as needed. There may be air in
the LP lines and five to thirty seconds of time is needed to bleed air before lines are filled with LP
vapor. Instructions for lighting and shutting down your LP gas powered appliances are in each
appliance information manual provided with each appliance, as well as in Chapter 4.
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