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CHEVROLET
190
Roadtrek
OWNER'S MANUAL
INCLUDING
LIMITED WARRANTY INFORMATION
Copyright     Hanmar Motor Corporation 2001
Doc No: FMSA0002
Rev: 01
Printed in Canada
Issue Date: June 2002
™® "Home & Park" and "Roadtrek" are registered trademarks of J.J. Hanemaayer of which Hanmar Motor Corporation is a licensee and/or
registered user.

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  • Page 1 Copyright     Hanmar Motor Corporation 2001 Doc No: FMSA0002 Rev: 01 Printed in Canada Issue Date: June 2002 ™® "Home & Park" and "Roadtrek" are registered trademarks of J.J. Hanemaayer of which Hanmar Motor Corporation is a licensee and/or registered user.

  • Page 3: Warnings And Cautions

    WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This manual contains WARNINGS against operating procedures which could result in an accident or bodily injury. The manual also contains CAUTIONS against procedures which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read the entire manual you may miss important information.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Floor Plan with Appliance Location 19PC ..............Elevation 19VC ......................Floor Plan with Appliance Location 19VC ..............Appliance Log......................190 Chev Roadtrek: Appliance & Accessory Manufacturer’s ........Electrical System..................... 110 / 12V Converter / Charger................... External Electrical Source Connection............... Generator........................
  • Page 6 TABLE OF CONTENTS 190 Chevrolet Automotive Battery..................... Interior Cab Light....................... Range Hood Exhaust Fan........,............Electrical Schematics....................E.5 - E.6 Electrical Legend...................... L.P.G. (Liquid Propane Gas) & Safety System............L.P.G. Tank........................ Appliances......................... Refueling Procedures....................Regulator......................L.P.G. Leak Detector....................Carbon Monoxide Leak Detector................Smoke Detector......................
  • Page 7 Potential Customer Referral Program................ Roadtrek Club International..................Address, Phone & Facsimile Numbers, and E-mail........... Website........................Roadtrek Owners’ Club................... Roadtrek International Chapter FMCA - Membership Application Doc No: FMSA0002 Rev: 01 Copyright     Hanmar Motor Corporation 2001 Printed in Canada...

  • Page 9: Introduction

    This manual has been written to provide you with the information required to properly operate and maintain your new Roadtrek. After reading this manual, be sure to keep it in your vehicle as a reference. Your Home & Park dealer will be glad to answer any further questions about the operation of your vehicle.
  • Page 10 INTRODUCTION Page A.0 Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) The Chevrolet 3500 extended van has a GCWR of 6124 Kg/13500 lbs for the standard engine (5.7 L) and 7711 Kg/17000 lbs for the optional engine (8.1 L). Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): is the maximum permissible weight of this vehicle when fully loaded.

  • Page 11: Daily Living

    CHEVROLET Daily Living Doc No: FMSA0002 Rev: 01 Printed in Canada Copyright Hanmar Corporation 2001...

  • Page 13: Captain's Seats

    DAILY LIVING Page B.1 CAPTAIN’S SEATS: To recline, pull up the recline control located below the inboard armrest and lean back. To slide, pull the bar up located on the front of the seat upward, and slide the seat either forward or back, see Picture B-P1.

  • Page 14: Cloverleaf Dining Table

    DAILY LIVING Page B.2 CLOVERLEAF DINING TABLE (Popular): The cloverleaf dining table is stored in the front wardrobe closet, see Picture B-P3. Remove table leg (longer pole is for the front table as the floor is lowered) and place it in the floor base receptacle located in front of the wardrobe.

  • Page 15: Dinette Table

    DAILY LIVING Page B.3 DINETTE TABLE: The table leg is stored in the front wardrobe closet, see Picture B-P3 and B-P4. Remove the table leg (shorter pole) and place in the floor base receptacle located at the rear next to the night table. The table top is stored under the driver side rear bed cushion.

  • Page 16: Sleeping Facilities

    DAILY LIVING Page B.4 SLEEPING FACILITIES: REAR TWIN BEDS (Popular): To convert the dinette into twin beds: 1. Remove the table and leg from its receptacle and place the table under the driver side seat cushion. 2. Place both back rest cushions on the floor vertically up against the seat base boxes or store if desired.

  • Page 17: Rear Dinette To Double Bed (Versatile)

    DAILY LIVING Page B.5 Picture B-P11: Placement of back rest cushions (Popular). To convert back to a dinette, perform these steps in reverse order. REAR DINETTE TO DOUBLE BED (Versatile) 1. Remove the table and leg from their base and place the table on the lateral support located on the upper edge to the seat base boxes, see Picture P-B12.
  • Page 18 DAILY LIVING Page B.6 3. Unfold back rest cushions and place on top of table, see Picture B-P14. Note: The shorter passenger side back rest cushion goes on the bottom, rear back rest cushion on top. Picture B-P14: Placement of back rest cushions (Versatile).

  • Page 19: Front Lounge Seats

    DAILY LIVING Page B.7 FRONT LOUNGE SEATS: To convert the lounge seat into a single bed: Be sure all armrests are in an upright position. Swivel the passenger captain’s seat 270 degrees clockwise so that the backrest is toward the center aisle, see Picture B-P15. Slide out the drawer under the passenger seat and fully extend the drawer forward until it touches the raised platform, see Picture B-P16 .

  • Page 20: Washroom And Privacy Area

    DAILY LIVING Page B.8 The lounge seat is designed to carry a passenger while your vehicle is in motion and is equipped with seat belts installed for their protection. All passengers must be seated in the front captain’s seats facing forward or the passenger lounge seat with seat belts fastened while vehicle is in motion.

  • Page 21: Rear Privacy Doors (Versatile)

    DAILY LIVING Page B.9 REAR PRIVACY DOORS (Versatile): Open wardrobe door. 1. To open bi-fold door turn button 180 degrees and extend bi-fold door until privacy is reached, see Picture B-P21. Picture B-21: Opened bi-fold door (Versatile). FRONT PRIVACY DOORS (Popular): When privacy is required: 1.

  • Page 22: Front Privacy Doors (Versatile)

    DAILY LIVING Page B.10 FRONT PRIVACY DOORS (Versatile): Open bathroom door and turn button 180 degrees. Extend bi-fold door until privacy is obtained, see Picture B-P23. NOTE: Bi-fold will secure on microwave edge. Picture B-P23: Extended bi-fold door (Versatile). When the privacy doors are returned to a closed position, ensure one that the inner doors are secured with the plastic tabs and secondly that the doors themselves are closed properly to prevent the doors from opening while traveling.
  • Page 23 DAILY LIVING Page B.11 Ensure that you achieve privacy by extending all privacy doors and closing the gallery curtain. Release the Velcro retention straps and move the hand held shower from its storage position on the shelf to its shower position shown in Picture B-P25: Picture B-P25: Hand held shower head in its shower position.

  • Page 24: Extra Counter Space

    DAILY LIVING Page B.12 EXTRA COUNTER SPACE: In order to provide additional counter space, your motorhome has the following three features: A stove counter top. A slide out shelf above the cutlery drawer. A slide out shelf below the TV. To provide additional counter space the stove has a removable cover, to remove the cover do the following: The stove cover is friction fit so one just needs to lift and remove, see...

  • Page 25: Exterior Access Doors

    DAILY LIVING Page B.13 EXTERIOR ACCESS DOORS: DRIVER SIDE ACCESS DOORS: Picture B-P30: Driver side access doors Picture B-P31: Picture B-P32: Picture B-P33: Front access door Middle access door Rear access door Behind the lockable front access door , see Picture B-P31, the following are found: Sewage carrier and hose.

  • Page 26: L.p.g. (Liquid Propane Gas) Access Door

    DAILY LIVING Page B.14 L.P.G. (Liquid Propane Gas) ACCESS DOOR: Picture B-P34: L.P.G. access door. Behind the L.P.G. access door (integrated into the rear bumper, covered with a black plate), see Picture B-P34, the following are found: L.P.G. fill valve. L.P.G.

  • Page 27: Auxiliary Battery

    DAILY LIVING Page B.15 AUXILIARY BATTERY: The auxiliary battery is located behind the passenger access door behind the rear wheel, see Picture B-P35. Under heavy use it is recommended to check once a month, see maintenance section. In order to access the auxiliary battery one must do the following: Pull down on release handle above the exhaust pipe, see Picture B-P37.

  • Page 28: Spare Tire Storage

    DAILY LIVING Page B.16 SPARE TIRE STORAGE: The spare tire is located in the storage area found under the passenger side rear bed. Brace yourself for the weight of the tire (40 kg / 80 lbs). The jack is located in the storage area found under the passenger side rear bed mounted on the outside wall, see Picture B-P40.

  • Page 29: Floor Plan & Appliance Location

    CHEVROLET Floor Plan & Appliance Location Doc No: FMSA0002 Rev: 01 Printed in Canada Copyright Hanmar Corporation 2001...
  • Page 31 FLOOR PLAN & APPLIANCE LOCATION Page C.1 Doc No: FMSA0002 Rev: 01 Copyright     Hanmar Motor Corporation 2001 Printed in Canada...
  • Page 32 FLOOR PLAN & APPLIANCE LOCATION Page C.2 Doc No: FMSA0002 Rev: 01 Copyright     Hanmar Motor Corporation 2001 Printed in Canada...
  • Page 33 FLOOR PLAN & APPLIANCE LOCATION Page C.3 Doc No: FMSA0002 Rev: 01 Copyright     Hanmar Motor Corporation 2001 Printed in Canada...
  • Page 34 FLOOR PLAN & APPLIANCE LOCATION Page C.4 Doc No: FMSA0002 Rev: 01 Copyright     Hanmar Motor Corporation 2001 Printed in Canada...

  • Page 35: Appliance Log

    CHEVROLET Appliance Log Doc No: FMSA0002 Rev: 01 Printed in Canada Copyright Hanmar Corporation 2001...
  • Page 37 APPLIANCE LOG Page D.1 190 CHEV ROADTREK APPLIANCE & ACCESSORY MANUFACTURER’S LOG Appliance Manufacturer Model Air Conditioner Dometic 41001.61 Awning Fiamma Battery Exide NC27 Battery Isolator Herh-Powerline 33-22 CO Detector MTI Industries 60-541 Converter Elixer CS 4500 Fire Extinguisher Company Kidde...

  • Page 39: Electrical System

    CHEVROLET Electrical System Doc No: FMSA0002 Rev: 01 Printed in Canada Copyright Hanmar Corporation 2001...

  • Page 41: V Converter / Charger

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Page E.1 Your vehicle's electrical system should not be subjected to changes and / or additions to circuitry, appliances, etc. without consulting your dealer for proper installation procedures. 120 / 12V CONVERTER / CHARGER: For your convenience when camping in parks with hookups for 120V power all our models have in the electrical system a 120 / 12V converter / charger.

  • Page 42: Monitor Panel

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Page E.2 Your vehicle should be parked as close to level as possible to maximize the air conditioner’s efficiency. Since the air conditioner requires water for cooling, water may spill from the front of the air conditioner during abrupt stops or while parked on a steep forward slope. NOTE: The heat pump may be used to warm up the motorhome on cool nights.

  • Page 43: Auxiliary Battery And Isolator

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Page E.3 The auxiliary battery charge level indicator is marked "C", "G", "F", and "L". "C" indicates the battery is fully charged. "G" indicates the battery charge is "good". "F" indicates "fair". "L" indicates "low". The battery condition is indicated by the uppermost light that is on. For example, if the "G", "F", and "L" lights are on, the battery charge is "Good".

  • Page 44: Automotive Battery

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Page E.4 AUTOMOTIVE BATTERY: The automotive radio in your vehicle will exert a small draw on the automotive battery to maintain the time and preset stations. To prevent the battery from being completely discharged, the radio should be disconnected from the automotive battery when your vehicle will be out of service for 2 months or more.
  • Page 45 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Page E.5 Doc No: FMSA0002 Rev: 01 Copyright     Hanmar Motor Corporation 2001 Printed in Canada...
  • Page 46 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Page E.6 Doc No: FMSA0002 Rev: 01 Copyright     Hanmar Motor Corporation 2001 Printed in Canada...
  • Page 47 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Page E.7 Doc No: FMSA0002 Rev: 01 Copyright     Hanmar Motor Corporation 2001 Printed in Canada...

  • Page 49: L.p.g. (Liquid Propane Gas) & Safety System

    CHEVROLET L.P.G. (Liquid Propane Gas) & Safety System Doc No: FMSA0002 Rev: 01 Printed in Canada Copyright Hanmar Corporation 2001...

  • Page 51: L.p.g. Tank

    L.P.G. (Liquid Propane Gas) AND SAFETY SYSTEM Page F.1 Your vehicle is equipped with an L.P.G. (Liquid Propane Gas) system which, when properly handled and maintained, will provide trouble and worry free operation of your L.P.G fueled appliances. L.P.G. fuel is stored in a liquid state under extremely high pressure. As fuel is used, L.P.G. passes from the top of the tank through the regulator into the gas lines and eventually to the appliances.

  • Page 52: Refueling Procedures

    L.P.G. (Liquid Propane Gas) AND SAFETY SYSTEM Page F.2 REFUELING PROCEDURES: WARNING: Do not refuel the L.P.G. tank to more than 80% of its capacity. A properly refueled L.P.G. tank will hold approximately 80% of its volume in a liquid state. Over fueling of the L.P.G.

  • Page 53: Carbon Monoxide Leak Detector

    L.P.G. (Liquid Propane Gas) AND SAFETY SYSTEM Page F.3 CARBON MONOXIDE LEAK DETECTOR: Your vehicle is equipped with a carbon monoxide (CO) leak detection device for your protection, see Picture F-P2. Picture F-P2: Carbon monoxide leak detector. See “Floor Plan & Appliance Location” for location of the carbon monoxide gas leak detector location. Be sure the detector is operating while using your vehicle.
  • Page 54 L.P.G. (Liquid Propane Gas) AND SAFETY SYSTEM Page F.4 Doc No: FMSA0002 Rev: 01 Copyright     Hanmar Motor Corporation 2001 Printed in Canada...
  • Page 55 L.P.G. (Liquid Propane Gas) AND SAFETY SYSTEM Page F.5 Doc No: FMSA0002 Rev: 01 Copyright     Hanmar Motor Corporation 2001 Printed in Canada...

  • Page 57: Water Systems

    CHEVROLET Water Systems Doc No: FMSA0002 Rev: 01 Printed in Canada Copyright Hanmar Corporation 2001...

  • Page 59: Filling The Fresh Water Tank

    WATER SYSTEMS Page G.1 Your vehicle is equipped with dual fresh water tanks. One tank is located in the vehicles interior, the other tank is located on the vehicles exterior. The purpose of the dual tank system is to provide a separate fresh water system that can be used in sub moderate freezing conditions.
  • Page 60 WATER SYSTEMS Page G.2 The fresh water tank can also be filled through the city water inlet located behind the large lockable driver side middle access door, for location, see Picture B-P22 (Daily Living section). The use of the city fill is not possible when in the winter operation mode.

  • Page 61: City Water Connection

    WATER SYSTEMS Page G.3 CITY WATER CONNECTION: NOTE: City water connection can only be used in summer operation mode. The city water inlet connection is located in the small compartment behind the large lockable driver side storage compartment, see Picture G-P2. To connect the water system to an outside source: Ensure that the water pump is turned off.

  • Page 62: Waste Water Storage And Dumping System

    WATER SYSTEMS Page G.4 WASTE WATER STORAGE AND DUMPING SYSTEM: Your vehicle is equipped with a waste water storage and dumping system that will provide adequate and effective storage and dumping of waste water. Your vehicle should be as level as possible to allow optimal operation of the system.
  • Page 63 WATER SYSTEMS Page G.5 To access the sewer hose, unlock and raise the front driver side storage door, see Picture G-P6. Picture G-P6: Driver side storage door Support the door in the open position by using the support hinge, see Picture G-P7. Picture G-P7: Access to sewer discharge assembly, black and grey gate valve handles...

  • Page 64: Waste Water Tank Flushing

    WATER SYSTEMS Page G.6 To dump the exterior black waste water tank: Connect the dump fitting (stored in the storage compartment behind the large access door) to the end of the assembly. Securely place the dump fitting and assembly in the local waste receptacle. Pull the black water gate valve handle (to open) to dump the tank contents.

  • Page 65: Outside Shower

    WATER SYSTEMS Page G.7 OUTSIDE SHOWER: NOTE: Outside shower can only be used in summer operation mode. The outside shower faucet is found in the small compartment behind the large driver side storage compartment (the shower hose is stored in the large compartment). Remove the shower hose from the storage compartment and attach to the faucet spout, see Picture G-P11.

  • Page 66: Potable Water System Sanitizing

    WATER SYSTEMS Page G.8 POTABLE WATER SYSTEM SANITIZING: NOTE: Water system must be in summer operation mode. Your potable water system should be sanitized if it is new, has not been used for a period of time, or may have become contaminated. To sanitize your system: Prepare a chlorine solution using 4 L (1 gallon) of water and 60 ml (1/4 cup) of household bleach (5% sodium hypo chlorite solution).

  • Page 67: Winter Mode Valve Positions

    WATER SYSTEMS Page G.9 WINTER MODE VALVE POSITIONS: Transfer Line (isolator) Ball Valve - Closed, see Picture G-P13. Tank Selector Valve (3 way) - Interior tank position, see Picture G-P15. Outside shower faucet (Hot and cold cutoff valves (mini valves)) - Closed, see Picture G-P19. SUMMER MODE VALVE POSITIONS: Transfer Line (Isolator) Ball Valve - Open, see Picture G-P12.
  • Page 68 WATER SYSTEMS Page G.10 To select the interior tank alone (tank selector valve): you need to open the access door found in driver side rear bed shown in Picture G-P14. The interior tank is selected by moving the selector valve to the interior tank position as shown in Picture G-P15.
  • Page 69 WATER SYSTEMS Page G.11 Picture G-P16: Water heater access door. Picture G-P17: Hot and cold water cutoff valves Picture G-P18: Picture G-P19: Hot water cutoff valve in open Hot water cutoff valve in closed position. position. Doc No: FMSA0002 Rev: 01 Printed in Canada Copyright ...

  • Page 70: To De-Winterize

    WATER SYSTEMS Page G.12 To drain the exterior fresh water tank you must remove threaded cap to open the low point drain located below the drivers side front door running board, see Picture G-P20. Ensure that the exterior shower faucet valves are open and that the city water inlet valve has been emptied of water.
  • Page 71 WATER SYSTEMS Page G.13 Doc No: FMSA0002 Rev: 01 Printed in Canada Copyright     Hanmar Motor Corporation 2001...
  • Page 72 WATER SYSTEMS Page G.14 Doc No: FMSA0002 Rev: 01 Printed in Canada Copyright     Hanmar Motor Corporation 2001...
  • Page 73 WATER SYSTEMS Page G.15 Doc No: FMSA0002 Rev: 01 Printed in Canada Copyright     Hanmar Motor Corporation 2001...

  • Page 75: Owner Maintenance

    CHEVROLET Owner Maintenance Doc No: FMSA0002 Rev: 01 Printed in Canada Copyright Hanmar Corporation 2001...

  • Page 77: Fiberglass Maintenance

    OWNER MAINTENANCE Page H.1 FIBERGLASS MAINTENANCE: To maintain the original appearance and finish, your vehicle's fiberglass running boards, roof and/or body must be waxed at least annually. If deterioration, such as tarnishing or chalking, should occur, apply a mild rubbing compound and wax to restore the original appearance. EXTERIOR WASHING: To prevent water from entering your vehicle, avoid spraying water directly into exterior vents or grills.

  • Page 78: Spring Start-Up

    OWNER MAINTENANCE Page H.2 SPRING START UP: After storage, reactivate your vehicle for use by reversing all the procedures that you performed to prepare it for winter storage. In addition, L.P.G. (liquid propane gas) system's connections and fittings should be checked for possible leaks and all other systems and appliances should be operated to ensure satisfactory performance.

  • Page 79: At Least Twice A Year

    OWNER MAINTENANCE Page H.3 AT LEAST TWICE A YEAR: Check power steering fluid level. Check windshield washer level and wiper operation. Clean wiper blades with clean cloth dampened with washer fluid. Check radiator, heater and air-conditioning hose for leaks or damage. Check for worn tires and loose wheel lug nuts.

  • Page 81: Limited Warranty Information

    CHEVROLET Limited Warranty Information Doc No: FMSA0002 Rev: 01 Printed in Canada Copyright Hanmar Corporation 2001...

  • Page 83: Limited Warranty Definitions

    LIMITED WARRANTY INFORMATION Page I.1 LIMITED WARRANTY DEFINITIONS Home & Park Home & Park Motorhomes (A Division of HANMAR MOTOR CORPORATION) Dealer Dealer or any wholesale buyer of recreational vehicles, authorized by Home & Park. Vehicle Any recreational vehicle manufactured by Home & Park Motorhomes. Purchaser Registered owner of the Vehicle and/or purchaser of the Vehicle.

  • Page 84: Automotive Customer Service & Roadside Assistance Numbers

    LIMITED WARRANTY INFORMATION Page I.2 For Chevrolet chassis sold through Chevrolet dealers, the Dealer will enter the appropriate information directly into General Motors' computer system to restart the automotive (chassis) warranty in the Purchaser's name as of the date of retail delivery. All automotive service, maintenance and repairs are to be performed by any Chevrolet dealer.

  • Page 85: Home & Park Motorhomes Limited Warranty

    Purchaser or the date the Vehicle was first put into service (for example, as a demo or rental), whichever is earlier. This warranty shall be fulfilled at a Home & Park Dealer or authorized Roadtrek repair facility. For in transit emergency repairs you may choose to deal with a non-authorized RV service facility. However all RV service facilities and warranty repairs must be preauthorized by Home &...
  • Page 86 4. All claims must be submitted within 30 days of the date of repair. 5. Purchasers are responsible for presenting their vehicle to a Roadtrek Dealer as soon as a problem exists. The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time from date of authorization.

  • Page 87: Customer Assistance

    CHEVROLET Customer Assistance Doc No: FMSA0002 Rev: 01 Printed in Canada Copyright Hanmar Corporation 2001...

  • Page 89: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Only)

    31% of our buyers first found out about us from an owner or saw an owner's Roadtrek. Although many of you are only too glad to show off your Roadtrek, we think it's only fair that you be rewarded for these efforts that are so valuable to us.

  • Page 90: Roadtrek Club International

    Page J.2 ROADTREK CLUB INTERNATIONAL As a new Roadtrek owner, you are cordially invited to join our family of Roadtrek owners as members of the "Roadtrek Club International". An owners' club offers its members an opportunity to meet other people with common interests, attend enjoyable gatherings (such as group outings, sight seeing, camping, suppers, factory tours, and more!), share travel experiences, keep current on the latest information and products from the factory, and exchange ideas for improvements or solutions to problems.

  • Page 91: Roadtrek Owners' Club

    CHEVROLET Roadtrek Owners’ Club Doc No: FMSA0002 Rev: 01 Printed in Canada Copyright Hanmar Corporation 2001...
  • Page 93 Coach Manufacturer: Home & Park Motorhomes. Model: Roadtrek Year: ________ Coach length: ________ I have applied for membership in the Roadtrek International Chapter of the Family Motor Coach Association. ) If you are a former member, check here. I enclose $35 (payable in US funds) for a family membership. The...

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