Summary of Contents for Thor Motor Coach 2011 Avanti
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Congratulations on your recent purchase of a Thor Motor Coach Recreational Vehicle. We sincerely thank you for choosing and putting your faith in Thor Motor Coach, and we would like you to know that your satisfaction is of great importance to us. Our major goal is to provide you with a quality recreational vehicle at a reasonable price.
DATE Dealer is to ensure this form is properly completed and returned to Thor Motor Coach within fifteen (15) days after delivery. Return this page to: Thor Motor Coach, 701 C.R. 15, Elkhart, Indiana 46517 • E-mail: Registrations@TMCRV.com • Fax: 574-294-3618...
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FOLD HERE PLACE STAMP HERE THOR MOTOR COACH CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT PO BOX 1486 ELKHART, IN. 46515-1486 FOLD HERE TAPE - PLEASE DO NOT STAPLE...
Because of the continuous process of product improvement conducted by Thor Motor Coach, it is possible that recent product changes may not be included in this manual. Specifications may change without notice. This manual is accurate as of the date of publication. The instructions included in this manual are intended as a guide, and in no respect extend the responsibilities of the manufacturing subsidiary, parent company or affiliates beyond the standard written warranty as presented in this manual.
Should a problem arise, your first step is to contact your selling Thor Motor Coach dealer who will be glad to handle your situation. This Owner’s Manual is not intended for use as a service manual, but rather as a guide to help you become familiar with your motorhome.
WHAT THE PERIOD OF COVERAGE IS: This Limited Warranty provided by Thor Motor Coach, Inc.® (“Warrantor”) covers those components, assemblies and systems of your new motorhome not excluded under the section “What is Not Covered”, when sold by an authorized dealer. The duration of the limited warranty ends twelve (12) months after you first take delivery of the motorhome from an authorized dealership or after the odometer reaches 15,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
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Chapter 1 - Warranty surfaces, trim, upholstery and other appearance items may occur at the factory during manufacture, during delivery of the motorhome to the selling dealer or on the selling dealer’s lot. Normally, any such defect or damage is detected and corrected at the factory or by the selling dealer during the inspection process performed by the Warrantor and the selling dealer.
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Chapter 1 - Warranty EVENTS DISCHARGING WARRANTOR FROM OBLIGATION UNDER WARRANTY: Misuse or neglect, accidents, unauthorized alteration, failure to provide reasonable and necessary maintenance (see Owner’s Manual), damage caused by off road use, collision, fire, theft, vandalism, explosions, overloading in excess of rated capacities, and odometer tampering shall discharge Warrantor from any express or implied warranty obligation to repair any resulting defect DISCLAIMER OF CONSEQUENTIAL AND INCIDENTAL DAMAGES:...
Vehicles previously built and/or sold by Damon. As the proud owner of a Thor Motor Coach, you want to trust that your unit will continue OWNER to perform at its peak.
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Thor Motor Coach dealer at their service center or facility only. If you are unable to bring your unit in for repairs, Thor Motor Coach is not responsible for the cost of the actual service call charged to come out to your unit.
Winegard / TV Antenna & Antenna Booster 319-753-0121 This list may not be all inclusive. If you have any questions regarding other components, call Thor Motor Coach Customer Service at 877-855-2867. A complete listing of all your unit’s appliances along with their corresponding serial numbers is located on the wall inside your wardrobe.
Your motorhome is considerably larger and heavier than your car, therefore certain precautions should be exercised. A CDL license may not be required to operate your motorhome, but Thor Motor Coach recommends you attend a CDL class to better understand the motorhomes driving and handling characteristics.
Chapter 2 - Planning and Preparation Must be tightened to the specifications in the Chassis Manufacturer’s Owner’s Manual. WHEEL LUGS Should be clean, wiper blades inspected, and windshield washer reservoir filled. WINDSHIELD Should be tested, including brake lights, warning flashers, clearance lights, tail lights, turn LIGHTS signals and headlights.
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Chapter 2 - Planning and Preparation • Open all doors and compartments. Check for animal or insect intrusion, water damage, or other deterioration. • Check charge level in batteries. Refill with distilled water and recharge if necessary. Reinstall batteries if necessary. Be sure cable ends and terminals are clean and free of corrosion.
Chapter 2 - Planning and Preparation • Check all the chassis fluid levels including engine oil, coolant, power steering fluid, brake fluid, transmission, rear axle oil and washer fluid. Top off if necessary. • Check all exterior lights; clearance, brake, turn, and reverse should be fully functional.
Chapter 2 - Planning and Preparation Neither the axle loads nor the vehicle loads must ever exceed their respective maximum weight ratings. A properly loaded vehicle is safer and easier to drive. Distribute your cargo evenly from CAPACITY side-to-side and front-to-back. Heavier items should be stowed on or near the floor and be as centrally located as possible.
The motorhomes braking system is rated for operation at the total GVWR of the motorhome. For your safety, Thor Motor Coach recommends that a separate functional braking system be used on any towed trailer or vehicle, including those dolly towed or towbar towed.
Chapter 2 - Planning and Preparation is the total amount that you may safely tow behind your motorhome. This Combined Vehicle Weight cannot exceed your motorhome’s specific GCWR. Example: If you have a GVWR of 16,000 lbs., and your unit weighs 13,965 lbs.: GVWR 16,000 lbs.
Chapter 3 - On the Road Safety Seat belts are an important safety feature of your vehicle. Each designated seat is designed SAFETY BELTS to carry passengers while the vehicle is in motion. Each Designated Seating Position is equipped with either a type 1 (lap belt) or a type 2. (shoulder and lap belt) The number of seats equipped with seat belts is to provide a choice of seating locations.
Chapter 3 - On the Road Safety on drive train components, especially the transmission. Under extreme heat conditions you may need to turn off the vehicle air conditioner to improve engine and transmission cooling. Allow for the extra height of your motorhome and avoid areas having low overhead clearance.
In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. Store and secure all of these items in a proper place. Thor Motor Coach does not provide jacks with our motorhomes.
Chapter 4 - Safety Provisions Your motorhome has been supplied with various safety features and equipment for your convenience and for safe operation. As with all areas in life, the chance for accidents is possible, and the recreational life-style is no exception. Please take the time to familiarize yourself with the safety features of your motorhome now to prevent any question of how they are used if an emergency should arise.
Chapter 4 - Safety Provisions The motorhome should never be operated or occupied unless the CO Detector is present and functioning properly. Do not under any circumstances operate the vehicle or generator engine while sleeping. The carbon monoxide detector is installed without batteries. To install the batteries, press BATTERY INSTALLATION the tab at the top of the CO detector and slide the detector upwards.
Chapter 4 - Safety Provisions 3. Do not operate the generator in an enclosed building or in a partly enclosed area such as a garage. It is also not recommended that you use the generator when there are other vehicles nearby. 4.
Chapter 4 - Safety Provisions • Vehicle capacity weight (VCW - the maximum occupant and cargo weight a vehicle is designed to carry) • Front and rear gross axle weight rating (GAWR - the maximum weight the axle system are designed to carry) Both placards and certification labels are permanently affixed to the motorhomes interior sidewall.
Chapter 4 - Safety Provisions grooves. When they appear “even” with the outside of the tread, it is time to replace your tires. Another method for checking tread depth is to place a penny in the tread with Lincoln’s head upside down and facing you. If you can see the top of Lincoln’s head, you are ready for new tires.
Chapter 5 - Health and Well-being After you first purchase your new recreational vehicle and sometimes after it has been CHEMICAL SENSITIVITY closed up for an extended period of time, you may notice a strong odor and chemical sensitivity. This is not a defect in your recreational vehicle. Like your home, there are many different products used in the construction of recreational vehicles, such as carpet, linoleum, plywood, insulation, upholstery, etc.
Chapter 5 - Health and Well-being collide on wall surfaces, thus creating condensation. • Use a fan to keep air circulating inside the vehicle so condensation and mildew cannot form in dead air spaces. Allow air to circulate inside closets and cabinets (leave doors partially open).
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Chapter 5 - Health and Well-being and walls as moisture, or in cold weather as frost or ice. It may also condense out of sight within the walls or the ceiling where it will manifest itself as warped or stained panels. Appearance of these conditions may indicate a serious condensation problem.
Chapter 6 - Plumbing Systems Your motorhome is self contained, able to carry fresh water in the potable storage tank FRESH WATER and hold the waste water in dual holding tanks for dumping when convenient. Water SYSTEM connections are also available for a city water hose hookup to an external pressurized water source.
Chapter 6 - Plumbing Systems 1. Drain the fresh water tank by opening the drain valve. All of the faucets should be in the closed or off position. 2. Prepare a solution of 1/4 cup household liquid chlorine bleach (5% sodium hypochlorite) to one gallon of water for every 15 gallons of tank capacity.
Chapter 6 - Plumbing Systems The holding tanks are enclosed sewer systems, and must be drained into an approved dump station. Tanks should be thoroughly drained and rinsed to prevent any accumulation on the interior of the tanks. 1. Twist off the termination cap counterclockwise. Some liquid may be trapped between the valves.
Chapter 6 - Plumbing Systems The termination compartment has many operations. Listed below are the fixture call TERMINATION outs and functions: COMPARTMENT COMPONENTS 1. Gloves. 2. City Water Connection. Connect to direct water source. 3. Sewer holding tank flush attachment. Attach the city pressure hose and allow the water to flow for three minutes.
This section is not intended as a service guide. Should a problem arise, we recommend that you contact your Thor Motor Coach dealer. The electrical system in your motorhome is designed and built in accordance with the latest codes, standards, and regulations effective at the time of construction.
Chapter 7 - Technical Systems The inverter converts 12 Volt power from your house batteries to 120 Volt power for your motorhome. The inverter will power the entertainment circuits, which include, the TV and DVD player. Be aware that batteries are a limited power source and will quickly discharge under high loads.
If this should occur, the holding tanks may need to be washed out with soap and water. Inaccurate monitor panel readings could occur. Your Thor Motor Coach is equipped with a roof mount air conditioner. The air conditioner ROOF AIR CONDITIONER can be operated on either generator power or by an external power source.
Do not bring or store propane containers, gasoline, or other flammable liquids inside the vehicle because fire or explosion may result. Propane has a distinctive odor. If you are unaware of the nature of an odor contact a Thor Motor Coach dealer. If you smell propane: • Extinguish any open flames, pilot lights, and all smoking materials. • Do not touch any electrical switches. • Shut off the gas supply at the tank valve or gas supply connection.
Chapter 7 - Technical Systems The tank has a gauge installed to show the level of propane in the tank. The tank level PROPANE REGULATOR can be remotely read from the monitor panel. The monitor panel is usually located in the hallway.
Chapter 7 - Technical Systems To access the DVD menu from the dash radio when a DVD is inserted: 1.) Press the MENU button on the remote control to recall the main DVD menu. Use the joystick on the main control to select a title from the menu or touch the title on screen. 2.) Press ENTER button to confirm your selection and begin playback.
Chapter 8 - Interior Systems Driving a motorhome is similar to driving a car. You have an ignition switch, gearshift AUTOMOTIVE DASH controls, turn signals, and dash components. As you sit in the driver’s seat the center of the cluster includes tachometer, speedometer, fuel gauge, oil gauge, temperature gauge, and amp meter.
Chapter 8 - Interior Systems The steering wheel can be moved to allow additional room for entering and exiting the STEERING WHEEL driver’s seat, as well as for selected driving positions. Operate the tilt mechanism by lifting the smaller lever on the left side of the steering column just below the directional signal lever.
The bed will stay in the “down” position until manually lifted up. Thor Motor Coach recommends to strip the bed of all bedding and pillows before returning the bed to the “up” position. The maximum weight rating for the bed is 450 lbs.
Chapter 8 - Interior Systems 1. Before operating the system, verify your coach batteries are fully charged. EXTENDING SLIDE ROOM 2. Before extending slide room, verify the following: • Turn chassis ignition off. This system will not function with your key on. Level your motorhome by utilizing the hydraulic leveling jacks.
Chapter 8 - Interior Systems Your bedroom door slides conveniently out of the way beside the wall. Thor Motor Coach BEDROOM DOOR & provides a stainless steel pin located at the top of the door, to secure the door while the LATCH motorhome is in motion.
Chapter 8 - Interior Systems The faucet in your motor coach is a single lever faucet with sprayer. To use the sprayer, KITCHEN FAUCET pull out on the head of the faucet. Press the button on top to release the water. To reinsert the hose, gently guide it back to the original position.
The main entry door is a two piece door. You can use the screen door separately from the main door by unlatching it. Slide the screen handle cover closed to keep insects out of your motorhome. If the door needs adjustment, see a Thor Motor Coach dealer for service.
Refer to the Generator Owner’s Manual for operating and maintenance information. Thor Motor Coach furnaces have electronic ignition, and there is no need to access this FURNACE DOOR panel except for service. As with all appliances, service is best left for your dealer. To remove the panel to check for insect nests, you will need a Square or a Phillips head screwdriver.
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Chapter 10 - Care and Maintenance Periodic maintenance and cleaning of your recreational vehicle is necessary to retain the GENERAL INFORMATION dependability, safety, and appearance that will provide you with many miles of trouble free operation, as well as protecting your investment. Make sure you read and follow all the maintenance tips and schedules that appear not only in this manual, which for your convenience we have provided for you;...
Owner’s Information Kit for the care and maintenance required on a regular basis. If you experience electrical problems with your recreational vehicle, make sure to have it checked by an authorized Thor Motor Coach dealer or a qualified RV technician. Generator power plant service, recommended by the generator manufacturer, should be GENERATOR POWER performed at an authorized service center.
Chapter 10 - Care and Maintenance Some components of the recreational vehicle are constructed of strong, lightweight ABS PLASTIC PARTS ABS plastic. Sometimes, it may be necessary to remove stains, or generally clean. A mild solution of soap and water will clean many stains, and should be used initially. Tougher stains may require stronger cleaners, but be sure to read the label to determine if the product is recommended for use on plastics.
Chapter 10 - Care and Maintenance Proper engine servicing and record of servicing may be mandatory to ensure chassis warranty protection. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions on periodic maintenance checks. Moving parts of the entrance door and lock should be adjusted and lubricated at least DOORS &...
(TPO) roofs and the correct methods of resealing. Silicones and synthetic sealers cannot be used on the rubber roofs. Special sealers are also required for the skylights. Your Thor Motor Coach dealer may perform the periodic roof seals for you if desired.
Rinse thoroughly with clean water to avoid residue buildup on the roof or sidewall of the unit. • For more difficult stains contact your Thor Motor Coach dealer for the correct heavy duty cleansers. Do not use general-purpose cleaners containing petroleum solvents, harsh abrasives, or citric based cleaners.
Chapter 10 - Care and Maintenance Whenever possible, wipe down the exterior walls before retracting the room to prevent water from draining onto the carpet. The rollers under the slide room are not sealed rollers, therefore, some residue may appear on your carpet. This is a normal function, so be aware and take proper precautions. Vacuum the carpet after each extension of the slide out room.
Chapter 10 - Care and Maintenance Check fluid levels. If levels are low, take to your dealer to have the motorhome serviced HYDRAULIC FLUID by a qualified RV technician. The following instructions are guidelines for the care and maintenance of your motorhome. Please refer back to the products Owner’s Manual for more information on the care and maintenance of that product.
Chapter 10 - Care and Maintenance Keep your blinds looking new by wiping with a soft cloth. Vacuum shades regularly. Use MINI BLINDS & ROMAN a mild detergent to spot clean if necessary. Close the blinds and shades all the way to SHADES properly clean inside and out.
Chapter 10 - Care and Maintenance Any glass will develop water spots if glass is not cleaned properly. This spotting effect is WINDOWS magnified when glass has a reflective finish. Use a squeegee immediately after washing to reduce water spotting. To remove stubborn water stains from reflective glass, there are several aftermarket specialty glass cleaners.
Chapter 11 - Winter Use and Storage Many people choose to use their motorhomes throughout the entire year. Extensive TIPS FOR WINTER USE usage is not recommended in severe cold weather. However, winter traveling can be safe for you and your motorhome if you follow the precautions outlined in this chapter. For those who choose to use their motorhomes only during the warmer months, winter storage is necessary.
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Chapter 11 - Winter Use and Storage unit around for a few miles will allow the cleanser to circulate within the tanks and drains. Drain and flush once more with fresh water. • After all the tanks have been drained, make sure that any water remaining in the lines is either blown out, or replaced with a nontoxic RV antifreeze solution which will prevent any water that remains from freezing.
Draining the tanks and water lines in your motorhome is half the battle of winterization. Complete the Storage and Winterization Checklist (page 70) to ensure protection of your motorhome. An authorized Thor Motor Coach dealer can help you in the winterization process for your convenience.
Chapter 11 - Winter Use and Storage Chassis – Run engine for 30 minutes once a month if possible. Prepare as outlined in the WINTERIZATION Chassis Owner’s Manual. CHECKLIST Generator – Prepare as outlined in the Generator Owner’s Manual. Plumbing Lines – Drain and protect by filling with approved RV antifreeze. (See pages 67 - 69) Water Heater –...
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Chapter 11 - Winter Use and Storage the proper electrolyte level and that they are fully charged. A discharged battery will freeze and may crack the case, causing severe damage to the battery and surrounding area. In storage, a battery will lose charge gradually over a 30 to 45 day period, even when disconnected by the use of the Battery Disconnect Switch.
The Battery Control Center is built in two layers, the printed circuit board and the CENTER relays. The box has been designed so that nearly all troubleshooting can be done without the removal of the printed circuit board. Have a Thor Motor Coach dealer remove the circuit board if necessary. •...
Check 12 Volt fuse on generator. • Reset circuit breaker if necessary. • Contact a Thor Motor Coach dealer or qualified RV technician if problem is not resolved. Generator starts, but lacks electrical power. • Breaker switches may be off or tripped at generator. Reset breaker if necessary.
Troubleshooting Ignition switch is on, but no power to pump and/or control panel. • Parking brake is not set. • 12 Volt from power source is not available. Check the in-line fuse under the dash by the O.E.M. fuse panel. •...
GFCI receptacle switch may be off or tripped. Reset GFCI at receptacle in bathroom or kitchen. • Check the breaker in the power center or panel box. • Contact a Thor Motor Coach dealer or a qualified RV technician if problem is not resolved. Oven slow to heat up. OVEN Poor baking.
Make sure unit is turned on. • Check circuit breakers in coach. • Have a Thor Motor Coach dealer check to see if there is proper voltage from shoreline or generator. Unit runs, but coil freezes and compressor cycles too soon. •...
TERMINATION VALVE • Debris keeps valve from seating. Clear debris from and around valve O-ring set. • Bad gasket. Have a Thor Motor Coach dealer or a qualified RV technician replace gasket with new. Poor TV reception. TV ANTENNA •...
Antenna not pointed in direction of sending station. Point antenna in proper direction. • Cut or torn cable. Have a Thor Motor Coach dealer or a qualified RV technician replace bad cable where needed at TV and antenna. Elevation handle turns, but antenna does not raise or lower.
Check plumbing for leaks and inspect for leaky valves on toilet. • Have the pump checked by your Thor Motor Coach dealer or a qualified RV technician. Wet areas near water connections, pump runs while the faucets are closed, WATER SYSTEM and no other fresh water fixtures are being used.
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