Generator; Leveling Jacks - Thor Motor Coach 2011 Avanti Owner's Manual

Troubleshooting

GENERATOR

INTERIOR LIGHTS

LEVELING JACKS

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• Furnace does not light and fan does not run.
• Replace fuse with one of the same ampere rating.
Turn thermostat and furnace gas control valve off and contact
your dealer or an authorized service center. DO NOT attempt to
repair or adjust the furnace yourself.
Starter engages while holding the start button down, but generator does
not start.
• Generator may be out of fuel. Check the chassis fuel level. (Generator will not operate
when the chassis fuel tank is less than 1/4 full).
• Generator may be low on oil. Check the oil level.
Nothing happens when the generator start button is pushed.
• Check that the battery disconnect switch is in the USE position.
• 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.
• Breaker may be off or tripped inside power center. Reset main breaker If necessary.
Generator makes clicking sound when trying to start.
• Battery condition may be low. Recharge if necessary.
• Check for poor ground or battery connection.
Lights flicker.
• Loose or defective bulb. Tighten or replace as needed.
• Converter is overheating. Open the cover to cool down and reduce the load
by turning off some 12 Volt lights.
Lights dim or are half bright.
• Low battery condition. Check battery condition and recharge if necessary.
• Possible converter malfunction. Have converter checked by an authorized service
center.
• Possible loss of ground. Check for loose wire connection.
Jack retracts after coach is level.
• Check tank reservoir for the proper fluid levels.
• Hose or jack may have an external leak.
• Fluid is leaking back to reservoir through the control valve.
Jacks will not retract completely.
• Jack may be clogged with ice or mud.
• Main rod is bent or scored. Have replaced or repaired if necessary.
• Valve plunger is not completely depressed by the valve handle.
• Spring is weak or broken.
• Hydraulic line is pinched.