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GUIDEBOOK TO ENJOYMENT OF
YOUR KZRV
RECREATIONAL VEHICLE
SPORTSTER &
SPORTSTER 100
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  • Page 1 GUIDEBOOK TO ENJOYMENT OF YOUR KZRV RECREATIONAL VEHICLE SPORTSTER & SPORTSTER 100 PDF created with pdfFactory trial version www.pdffactory.com...
  • Page 2 THE PURPOSE OF THE THIS OWNER’S MANUAL IS TO PROVIDE MOST CURRENT INFORMATION AVAILABLE FOR YOUR NEW RECREATIONAL VEHICLE ABOUT CARE AND USAGE. ALSO MINOR MAINTENANCE AND CRITICAL SAFETY WARNINGS ARE INCLUDED AND MUST BE READ AND OBEYED. ADDITIONAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION IS FOUND ‘ IN’’MAINTENANCE MANUAL’’...
  • Page 3 KZRV “BUILDING QUALITY AND FUN FOR OVER 40 YEARS” We congratulate you on your purchase of a KZRV, recreational vehicle. You have chosen a quality built RV which should provide you with many years of camping memories and fun. The recreational vehicle you have purchased has been inspected by our trained inspectors and fully meets our high quality standards.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Chapter 1 – Introduction to RV Ownership ........1 Safety Considerations ..............2 Reporting Safety Defects ............2 Safety When Emergency Stopping ........3 Additional Safety Considerations .......... 3 Extended or Cold Weather Use ..........4 Condensation ................5 Causes…………………………………………………………...5 Solutions…………………………………………………………5 Interior Ventilation…………………………………………………...6...
  • Page 5 Tire Balance and Wheel Alignment ......27 Tire Repair ..............28 Tire Fundamentals ............28 Tire Speed Rating………………………………………..28 Vehicle Load Limits……………………………………....29 Cargo Capacities ..............29 How Overloading Affects Your RV and Tires ..... 29 Tire Safety Tips ..............30 Preventing Tire Damage ..........30 Tire Safety Checklist ............
  • Page 6 Schwintec Wall Slide……………………………………..46 Entertainment Systems ……………………………………..48 Chapter 4 – Systems ..............49 Water and Drainage Plumbing ..........49 Fresh Water System……………………………………………….49 Tanks……................49 Filling Fresh Water System #1..........49 Filling Fresh Water System #2………………………………50 12-Volt Demand Pump ............51 Faucets…................51 Bath and Shower……………………………………………..52 Outside Spray Port……………………………………………52 Fresh Water Lines…………………………………………….53...
  • Page 7 GFCI Protection ............75 12 Volt DC System ............. 76 Converter………............76 Auxiliary Battery (Optional on Some Units) ....77 Circuit Breakers and Fuses-12Volt DC………………...77 Exterior Lights and Connector, 12V ......79 Porch Lights………… ........... 79 Brake Wiring…………………………………………………...80 Chapter 5 – Appliances………………………………………………81 What To Do If You Smell Propane……………………………….81 Furnace………………..............

  • Page 8: Chapter 1 - Introduction To Rv Ownership

    Your coach has been designed and engineered to offer many comforts of home. KZ Recreational Vehicles are designed and constructed to be used as temporary living quarters for camping and travel uses. The coaches are not intended for hauling cargo.

  • Page 9: Safety Considerations

    operation. Camping is a great way to relax and enjoy the outdoors with your friends and family. Please remember to tread lightly on our beautiful land and leave only your footprints so that others may enjoy nature as much as you did. SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS The terms NOTE, CAUTION, WARNING...

  • Page 10: Safety When Emergency Stopping

    You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline. Safety When Emergency Stopping It is wise to carry road flags and/or triangular warning devices to be used when necessary. When pulling off a highway, use your four way hazard lights as warning flashers, even if only to change drivers.

  • Page 11: Extended Or Cold Weather Use

    EXTENDED OR COLD WEATHER Your KZ recreational vehicle has been built for enjoyment in a recreational manner. This recreational vehicle is not intended to be used as full time living quarters. Nor is this a four season unit. Using this unit in freezing conditions is not recommended. Howev- er, if unit is used in freezing weather, following are guidelines to follow.

  • Page 12: Condensation

    In camping, coaches which have tents or fabric bunk areas, such as the Sportster 100, model 211THD, it is even more important to avoid condensation drops from roof area. Opening the tent window at the person’s head will allow air to flow across roof reducing or avoiding condensation.

  • Page 13: Interior Ventilation

    INTERIOR VENTILATION A new coach always has a peculiar aroma in it due to all the components used to build it, such as paneling, plywood, carpet and fabrics. Allowing fresh air to move and circulate throughout a new recreational vehicle is very valuable for several reasons. 1.

  • Page 14: Chapter 2 - Service Procedures

    Both KZRV and Your KZRV Dealer has a strong and dedicated interest in maintaining the highest quality customer relations with its owners. Your satisfaction with your KZ recreational vehicle and your KZRV dealer is our primary concern. By producing high quality products, we want to assure our customers of our support with parts and service availability.

  • Page 15: Dealer

    Dealer Your authorized KZRV dealer has performed a PDI (pre-delivery inspection) on your recreational vehicle. Since your dealer is authorized to sell KZRV products, they are also there to supply parts, optional equipment, and provide service repairs, warranty or otherwise as needed. First choice for warranty repairs is your selling KZRV dealer.

  • Page 16: Seasonal Site

    If you are traveling and are unable to locate an authorized KZ dealer, or an authorized dealer for the component needing service, please call our customer service office at (866-472-5460). Service at a non-authorized dealer MUST have prior authorization.

  • Page 17: Towable Limited Warranty

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  • Page 20: Chapter 3 Using Your Rv

    CHAPTER 3 USING YOUR RV In this chapter you will find three areas of useful information to assist you with correct equipment, traveling, and finally, actually using your recreational vehicle. EQUIPMENT______________________________________ Tow Vehicle Begin your camping experiences by obtaining a tow vehicle which will adequately transport your recreational vehicle to and from your chosen destinations.

  • Page 21: Hitch Height Specifications - Travel Trailer

    resulting in both vehicles traveling level. The condition of the tow vehicle’s suspension system will affect the towing performance capability of your equipment. Optional sway controls are also helpful with travel towing, especially long and heavy tongue weight coaches. CAUTION Trailers with tandem axles need to travel as level as possible, avoiding different weights on each axle plus handling conditions.

  • Page 22: Hook-Up-Fifth Wheels

    5. Close the coupler latch after completely seated, then insert a pin with a lock key or a lock. 6 Install weight distributing bars (equalizer), when required, as recommended by hitch supplier. 7 Retract the tongue jack to its maximum height. 8 Attach the cable for break a way switch to the tow vehicle.

  • Page 23: The Safety Chain (Travel Trailer)

    crank (manual) or optional 12-volt DC motor attached to gear box. Power is supplied by “on board” battery or tow vehicle while attached with 7-way connector. A switch is mounted to the front wall, spring loaded to raise or lower jacks. Don’t forget to block the wheels, before you release the latch, raise pin box, and pull tow vehicle away.

  • Page 24: Weighing Vehicle (Loaded Or Unloaded)

    —————————————————————————————- MANUFACTURED/FABRIQE KZRV.L.P. DATE GVWR/PNBV; SHPSHEWANA,IN GAWR/PNBE; WHEEL/JANTE COLD INFL. PRESS./ PRESS DE GCNFL.A FROID THIS VEHICLE TO ALL APPLICABLE U.S. FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE. VIN/NIV NUMBER ——————————————————————————————- Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR): is the value specified as the load carrying capacity of a single axle system, as measured at the tire-ground interfaces.

  • Page 25: Loading The Trailer-Distribution

    The second sticker is about the allowed weight of cargo to be placed in your coach. Location of the sticker is on the inside of your coach, on the screen door, or inside of a cabinet door. It provides listed total allowable weight of cargo minus liquids allowed, water and propane.

  • Page 26: Toy Hauler-Cargo Information

    When using a weight distributing hitch and equalizer bars, you may move/transfer hitch weight from coach to tow vehicle assisting with level towing and easier travel. CAUTION DO NOT overload your unit. Please follow the GVWR when loading your recreational vehicle to avoid damages. TOY HAULER—CARGO INFORMATION All Sportsters are vehicles designed to transport your “toys”...
  • Page 27 WARNING The rear bumper on the frame of your recreational vehicle is NOT de- signed to carry over 100 pounds of weight. For this reason only the spare tire carrier and spare tire can be added to the bumper. Without any spare tire, you may add up to 100 pounds.

  • Page 28: Interior, Cargo Area

    When loading heavy cargo/contents into the storage area, you MUST have the stabilizer jacks in down position for any vehicle movement for support. 211THD should be hooked to tow vehicle while loading front cargo area. Since Toy Haulers are designed and built to carry cargo in the rear portion of the unit, special care must be exercised in loading to prevent potential handling concerns.
  • Page 29 SLEEPING OPTIONS 1. Jiffy sofa/beds may be in your coach, attached to wall and folded up, secured to wall for travel thus allowing cargo to be placed in center of floor. 2. Power bed (OPTIONAL) A bed assembly is available for the cargo area, attached to sidewalls with 4 posts anchored to sidewalls Both double and single are available with foam mattresses.

  • Page 30: Rear Screen Door

    Rear Screen Door ( Optional ) A full pull down screen door is available to prevent insects from entering and can be installed at a later time. It operates much like a garage door, manually up or down as you choose. With screen door you may leave large outer door open and have fresh air while avoiding vermin and insects.

  • Page 31: Generator

    DO NOT fill over 90% of tank total volume. OPERATING pump for more than 5 minutes with nozzle closed will reduce motor and pump life.. GENERATOR With generator or generator prep you will have the second tank along with a ”Vapor control center” plus hoses mounted on either side of tank.

  • Page 32: Tires

    2. Be sure you have enough area at corners when turning, as wider turns are necessary. Be sure to use your turn signals for your own safety and the safety of others. 3. In passing or changing lanes remember you will need a longer distance to pass.

  • Page 33: Safety First-Basic Tire Maintenance

    label along with a placard supplying information on tires such as tire size and amount of air pressure (maximum) . Both placards and certification labels are permanently attached to the trailer on the left front corner of exterior and easily readable from the outside out side of the vehicle with out moving any covers.

  • Page 34: Tire Size

    vehicle. Gauges can be purchased at tire dealerships, auto supply stores, and other retail outlets. The recommended tire inflation pressure that vehicle manufacturers provide reflects the proper psi when a tire is cold. The term cold does not relate to the outside temperature. Rather, a cold tire is one that has not been driven on for at least three hours.

  • Page 35: Tire Repair

    Wheel alignments may be needed periodically due to road hazards, such as pot holes, etc. This also is not covered under warranty, due to being a uncontrollable element. Wheel alignments, will assist with getting the maximum life from your tires. Alignments require special equipment, and should be performed by a trained technician.

  • Page 36: Vehicle Load Limits

    VEHICLE LOAD LIMITS Determining the load limits of a vehicle includes more than understanding the load limits of tires alone. On a travel trailer, there is a Federal Certification label that is located on the left front of sidewall on unit. This label will include the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), the most weight when fully loaded, allowed on vehicle ”s chassis.

  • Page 37: Tire Safety Tips

    or steering problems, irregular tire wear, tire failure or other damage. An overloaded vehicle is hard to drive and hard to stop. In cases of serious overloading, brakes can fail completely, particularly on steep hills. The load a tire will carry safely is a combination of the size of tire, its load range, and corresponding inflation pressure.

  • Page 38: How To Change A Tire

    Note: Tires are warranted by the manufacturer of their respective brand and are to be serviced and warranted by a service center. Contact your dealer for information on service centers for tires. How to Change a Tire 1.Place blocking under main rail of frame with hydraulic jack on top of blocking in front of front spring hanger, ALLWAYS on main rail.

  • Page 39: Brakes-Electrical

    Brakes—Electrical Electric brakes on your recreational vehicle are designed to work in conjunction with the hydraulic brakes on your tow vehicle. This means to have the best brake performance on both systems, the trailer and the tow vehicle must perform and operate together. Any attempt to use either brake system alone, tow vehicle or trailer will cause accelerated wear and damage.

  • Page 40: Breakaway Switch

    Breakaway Switch The breakaway switch is a safety part of your trailer’s electric brake system. The very instant a breakaway occurs, the pull pin which is attached to the tow vehicle is pulled apart from the switch. The two contacts automatically close sending 12 volt D.C. power to brake assemblies activating brake shoes to stop trailer.

  • Page 41: Setting Up And Using Your Recreational Vehicle

    SETTING UP AND USING YOUR RECREATIONAL VEHICLE KZRV recommends that you select a level or nearly level place for camping. There are two reasons to be level. First, all components in your coach, such as your water drainage system and especially your refrigerator, are designed to operate in a level position.

  • Page 42: Safety Detectors

    To raise jack to upper travel position, insert crank and turn counterclockwise until jack is seated in UP travel position. Upon completing the setup of your coach, you are now ready to make attachments to various facilities: v Waste water hose connections. v 110-Volt power cord electrical hookup.

  • Page 43: What Is Carbon Monoxide

    Propane/ Carbon Monoxide Detector Any recreational vehicle which contains a propane fuel system with propane consuming appliances requires a propane leak detection device for safety protection. Currently this detector also serves as a carbon monoxide as a combination protection device. A converter or auxiliary battery is required to supply 12-volt DC energy to operate the detector.

  • Page 44: Lower Power Operation

    After the warm-up period, the GREEN power ON indicator should glow continuously if the ON indicator light does not light, see the section, Trouble-Shooting Guide, in manual supplied by manufacture of detector. Gas Alarm: When you power the alarm, it has a warm-up period of approximately 1 minute.

  • Page 45: Co Alarm

    specific color for each monitored condition. There also is a matching sound pattern for alarm conditions. CO Alarm The Red CO LED will flash and the alarm will sound 4 “BEEPS” then be silent for 5 seconds. These signals indicates that the CO level is over 35 ppm.

  • Page 46: Smoke Alarm

    ALARM “BEEP” EVERY ALTERNATING MALFUNCTION 30 SECONDS RED/GREEN END OF LIFE ‘BEEP EVERY RED/RED 30 SECONDS GREEN/GREEN FLASHING End of Life Signal—5 Years Service Life All35 series models include an End of Life (EOL) Signal indicating the sensor has reached the end of it’s service life and you must replace the alarm.

  • Page 47: Steps-One Or Three

    • The test button accurately tests all functions. Never use an open flame from a match or lighter to test this smoke alarm. You may ignite and set fire to the smoke alarm and your home. STEPS—1 TO 3 Before entering your recreational vehicle place your hand in the center of the step assembly.

  • Page 48: Tv Antennas (Standard Roof Mount)

    TV Antenna The TV Antenna has a rigid base to mount the receiver head which cannot be rotated or raised up. Base is attached to the roof with 4 screws and the antenna is attached with 2 bolts and nuts. Inside of coach, on the wall is a power supply with a brown cover where you hook-up to TV and Satellite.

  • Page 49: Slide Outs

    Location of this power supply is: 1. On the wall, above the space for the TV, freestanding or wall mounted. 2. Behind the TV. 3. Possibly on the ceiling close to TV location. Slide-Outs With many models of trailers, KZRV builds numerous types of slide out systems as listed on following page, followed by descriptions.

  • Page 50: Trailer Set-Up Requirements-General

    Either of these methods will help ensure maximum electrical power for the slide-out motor, as well as maintain your battery TRAILER SET-UP Requirements—General Note: 1. Before operating the slide-out room, level the trailer front to rear and side to side. 2.

  • Page 51: Below Floor Slide System

    matching with a flat gear attached to drive shaft. Operation on both is identical. Attached to motor is a gear, meshed with track on ram, will move slide, in or out by 12 volt D.C. power. A cross shaft, from front to rear ram, connects the second ram moving the opposite end of slide.

  • Page 52: Manual Override

    MANUAL OVERRIDE Below Floor Slide Out Should a power failure occur (no 120 volt AC power or the battery loses its charge), follow the listed direction. There is a 1/2” shaft coming through the main rail of the frame. On the end of the shaft is a 3/4”...

  • Page 53: Schwintec Wall Slide

    For 12 volt light, you need to plug power into wall socket on rear wall above slide out. DO NOT forget to unplug light before moving slide in for travel, damage to wiring will occur. Switch for operation is on an interior wall or over head cabinet. Manually Moving The ROOM Locate the flexible shaft in your ‘GOODY’...

  • Page 54: Manually Moving The King Slide Room

    MANUAL OVERRIDE A. Electric manual over ride 1. Locate the circuit board.—Identified below. 2. Press the “mode button six times quickly, press a 7th time and hold for approximately 5 seconds. The red and green LED lights will begin to flash, confirming the override mode. 3.

  • Page 55: Entertainment Systems

    CCAUTION While traveling all mini blinds need to be in the “UP” position to avoid swinging and scratching paneling, even with brackets installed on the bottom of window. WARNING These individual tassel cords reduce the strangulation hazard in the pull cord by removing the loop. Do not tie the cords together.

  • Page 56: Chapter 4 - Systems

    CHAPTER 4 SYSTEMS WATER AND DRAINAGE PLUMBING Your KZ recreational vehicle has a complete water system, to carry fresh water, as well as holding tanks for used water. Each group has its own explanation along with its own operation. Fresh Water System...

  • Page 57: Filling Fresh Water System #2

    F=Filter-Cap to be removed for clean out or replacement. G=Gravity water fill —to fill tank. C=City water fill. —to fill lines. V1= Valve to be open to ONLY when using siphon hose as listed. V2=Valve to be open to draw water from supply tank.

  • Page 58: 12-Volt Demand Pump

    V-3=valve controls water to storage tank. Valve location is inside of coach normally near water pump, on floor, or under a cabinet. 2. To fill storage tank, attach water hose to ”city water fill.” Open V-3 valve, then open faucet that hose is attached to. Watch your monitor panel-DO NOT over fill.

  • Page 59: Bath And Shower

    Bath and Shower Your bathtub and shower are built with ABS, vinyl, or fiberglass material, similar to those in your home. Shower curtains are provided with the coach and must be used to prevent water from spilling onto the floor, possibly causing damage.

  • Page 60: Fresh Water Lines

    Fresh Water Line Two water lines, generally red for hot and blue for cold, transport water through out the coach. Valves to direct water flow are near the city water fill or pump area. Connector elbows and tees are plastic or copper, and are held together with compression rings to prevent leakage.
  • Page 61 On slide outs containing kitchens they will have flexible hoses installed on both fresh water lines and drain lines. Make sure there are no obstructions to prevent free flow of draining contents. For Gravity Fill Storage Tanks 1. Close all the drains, lo– point drains, and have by-pass closed to water heater.

  • Page 62: Drainage (Fresh Water)

    Drainage (Fresh Water) All permanent fresh water tanks can be drained. The type of drain used is a turn valve with open/close position. This valve is located under the floor underbelly. To drain the supply lines and the entire system, you need to follow the steps listed below.

  • Page 63: Using Toilet And Tank System

    half way for water only and all the way for full flush. Unlike the toilet in your house which uses four to seven gallons of water per flush, a recreational vehicle uses two to three quarts to save water and space. When insufficient water used during...

  • Page 64: Holding Tanks

    through the walls, cabinets, the roof and vent outside. On some models a portion of vent pipe may be part of the drainage system referred to as a “wet vent”. As air flows upward, water will be draining downward. Holding Tanks The final parts of your sanitation system are the holding tanks for waste materials and water.

  • Page 65: Flush System

    Turn the adapter 10º to lock onto the pegs. Attach a flexible sewer hose to the adapter and secure with a clamp. Place the other end into the approved sewer system. You may now open the 3 inch drain valve to drain the sewage tank first.

  • Page 66: Heated Holding Tanks

    bottle of drain cleaner, such as Drano or Liquid Plumber. Leave the solution in tank while traveling. Rinse and drain tank. .Heated Holding Tanks. Method used to distribute heat is by placing holes from tank compartment into heat duct built into floor, allowing warm airflow throughout tank area.

  • Page 67: By Pass Kit

    5. Valve,V-1 must be open and V-2 must be closed. 6. Open all faucets for air to escape. Turn water pump on to supply lines with antifreeze. It will take. 2 gallons or more, depending on length of lines. You may wish to place a quart container under faucet to catch extra antifreeze.

  • Page 68: Propane Fuel System

    PROPANE FUEL SYSTEM The fuel system in your recreational vehicle has numerous compo- nents such as, piping, copper tubing, brass connectors, hoses, reg- ulators and appliances. Each of these components will be explained in its appropriate area. Propane is the only fuel permitted to be used in a recreational vehi- cle and its appliances.

  • Page 69: Servicing And Filling Propane Containers

    1. Main pass thru portion to fill container and draw propane out is controlled by upper 3—sided knob on top. 2. A small screw on the side of main body referred to as 10 % valve which allows air to be released and indicates when container is filled to 80 % capacity.

  • Page 70: Installing Propane Containers

    When reconnecting, turn connections counterclockwise. Connec- tions must be tight, however DO NOT over-tighten. INSTALLING PROPANE CONTAINERS KZ recreational vehicles are equipped with 20 and 30 pound propane containers, depending on floor plan models and size of coach. Mounting and attaching instructions are listed below.
  • Page 71 6. Attach the main hose from the regulator to the manifold fitting in the frame. 7. Attach two short pigtail hoses to the regulator and bottles at the ACME fitting 8. Test all propane connections for leakage. CAUTION DO NOT use tools to open or close the tank valve. HAND TIGHTEN ONLY to avoid damage to the valve or handle.
  • Page 72 WARNING Never smoke during the filling of propane tanks. Keep the recreational vehicle away from immediate filling area when possible or extinguish all propane appliances. 1. Knob to open and close main valve. 2. Complete valve assembly. 3. “10% valve“, (small brass knob or slot screw).

  • Page 73: Regulator

    Regulator Propane regulators must always be installed with the vent facing downward. Regulators that are not in compartments have been equipped with a protective cover. Should vent be covered, the regu- lator cannot operate. The regulator has the only moving components in the propane sys- tem.

  • Page 74: High Pressure Hoses With Acme Connectors

    signal will return. You may now remove the empty bottle to have it refilled without interrupting the flow from the full bottle. After filling the cylinder, connect the pigtail hose and slowly open the bottle valve. Do not forget to check for leakage each time you refill cylin- der or disconnect any part on the propane system.

  • Page 75: Operation

    Operation After the camper is completely set up and you are prepared for camping enjoyment, follow these steps for propane operation. 1. Be sure ALL burner valves, controls, and pilot light valves are closed. 2. Open main valve on propane container slowly to avoid a fast rush through excess flow valve causing “propane freeze”.
  • Page 76 Should you encounter an odor, possibly propane, turn off any and all open flames and begin a systematic search for leaks on the com- plete gas system. NEVER USE A MATCH. Use a soapy water so- lution which contains NO AMMONIA or CHLORINE content to search for leaks.

  • Page 77: Propane Consumption

    DANGER Portable fuel-burning equipment, including wood and charcoal grills and stoves, shall not be used inside the recreational vehicle. The use of this equipment inside the recreational vehicle may cause fire or asphyxiation. APPLIANCE LP GAS CONSUMPTION Water Heater 12,000 BTU Furnace 20,000-35,000 BTU Stove/Oven...

  • Page 78: Electrical System

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM General Information electrical system your recreational vehicle is designed for 30-A, 125-V, 2-pole, 3-wire, using both 120 volt AC (alternating grounding type current) and 12 volt DC (direct current) capabilities. All installations and designs built comply with safety requirements of ANSI standard A119.2, National Electric Code and Canadian Standards Association.

  • Page 79: Circuit Breakers And Box

    For units that have 30 Amp or 50 Amp power cords that detachable from inlet connection as shown, the cords are to be stored inside of the unit when not in use. This cord places 120 AC volt power into your main breaker distribution center, as built into your coach.
  • Page 80 –it is NOT. Should you attach your R.V. into 240 volt A.C. you will send 120 volt A.C. power thru white wire and fry appliances, not covered by KZ RV warranty. DANGER NEVER, under any circumstances, remove a grounding pin in any cord or plug.

  • Page 81: Amp (Optional)

    50 Amp (Optional on larger coaches) On some larger coaches with more appliances that require more 120-volt AC power are desired by owners. Availability of 50 amp service is the best method providing you have 50 amps of incoming power, if this option is available on your unit. For this application a larger circuit breaker box is required as there are two separate banks of 120-volt AC power on the positive position.

  • Page 82: Gfci Protection

    Actually these two positive wires added together are 240-volt AC service yet serve two separate banks as the external sticker indicates. A 50 amp main breaker will distribute current to separate banks, verifying 240 volts are present. There are no 240 volt appliances in this coach.

  • Page 83: Volt Dc System

    this receptacle and any receptacles down line. To restore power push, then release the “RESET” button. An outside kitchen containing the second microwave, will have a ”double pole / double throw” switch meaning you MUST choose which microwave to use. Switch is in ceiling near inside kitchen on coaches with 30 amp service 12-Volt DC System Most interior lights and appliances receive 12-volt DC power through...

  • Page 84: Auxiliary Battery (Optional On Some Units)

    attached to 120-volt AC power. The third function of a converter is to send 12-volt power to the fuse panel and throughout the coach. Each converter has a “built-in” fan which operates through a load sensor control or temperature sensor. As more current is drawn, fan will speed up, run faster, or slow down, based on amp draw and/or temperature.
  • Page 85 Fuses are placed into the fuse panel with the converter or into a separate panel near the converter with access inside of coach. Fuses are placed in your electrical system to protect wiring and components when overloads appear or short circuits occur. Radios, stereos and possibly other components may have “in-line”...

  • Page 86: Exterior Lights And Connector, 12V

    Contact your dealer should you desire an isolator for your protection. Two types are available, mechanical type, or solid state which is the best and most expensive. #1 – Black/Ground (8 Gauge) #2 – Blue/Brakes #3 – Green/Running #4 – Red/Positive (8 Gauge) #5 –...

  • Page 87: Brake Wiring

    Brake Wiring Both 10 and 12 inch electric brakes operate on 12-volt power supplied from the tow vehicle, transferred through the blue-positive and white-negative in the seven way harness. There are no fuses or breakers installed in this brake wiring. More information on the brake system is found in Chapter Three - Using Your RV.

  • Page 88: Chapter 5 - Appliances

    CHAPTER 5 APPLIANCES KZRV places brand name, quality-built equipment, as guided by current codes and standards, in all recreational vehicles. Some appliances are built and equipped to operate on propane gas ONLY. DO NOT attempt to operate on natural, butane or methane gas. Each appliance has its own specific manual, written and published by its manufacturer.
  • Page 89 propane can enter through the control to the burner tube. The combustion chamber is completely sealed to prevent any carbon monoxide from entering into the coach. Oxygen is drawn into the chamber through the upper vent and exhaust fumes are expelled through the lower vent.

  • Page 90: Operating Instructions

    WARNING DO NOT operate furnace while vehicle is in motion or being towed. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Note; During initial firing of this furnace a burn-off of excess paint and oils remaining from manufacturing process may cause “smoking” for 5-10 minutes, which may have been done by your dealer.

  • Page 91: To Turn Off Furnace

    12. Blower will continue to run for about 2 minutes until heat is removed from chamber. Note: There is a switch on furnace to shut off 12 volt DC power. Furnace will not operate on “OFF” position. NOTE: If the furnace should lock-out, the blower will go off in 2 to 5 minutes and remain off until unit is reset by reactivating thermostat.

  • Page 92: Range And Oven Top Burner Operation

    Gas pressure, as defined in Chapter Four - Systems, is extremely important. A dial gauge, manometer or U-tube is required to perform tests and to make adjustments. Pressure must be set at 11 inches WC, (water column) plus or minus 1/2 inch. Incorrect gas pressure can cause any appliance to operate inconsistently and poor combustion.
  • Page 93 3. Depress knob and turn fully counterclockwise to “LITE” position. Air in the propane line will significantly delay burner ignition. The burner may light unexpectedly as the air in the lines clears and is replaced with propane. This unexpected ignition could burn you. Air in the propane lines may occur after the vehicle propane bottle and/or tank is refilled, during and after servicing other appliances on the same propane line, etc.

  • Page 94: Oven Burner

    CAUTION Hand held igniters may be used but be sure they are the type designed for lighting open flame burners. Use peizo as supplied. WARNING When holding the match or lighter to ignite flame, DO NOT position your fingers close to the burner. You could get burned causing injury. Oven Burner Note: Before the oven burner will operate, the oven pilot must be lit.

  • Page 95: Water Heater

    3. To shut down the oven burner turn the oven control knob clockwise to “PILOT ON” position. At this position, the oven pilot will remain lit. 4. To shut down the oven pilot light, slightly depress knob and turn clockwise to “OFF” position. At this position, the oven pilot will go out.

  • Page 96: Operating Instructions For Direct Spark Ignition

    B. BEFORE LIGHTING Open windows and allow air to move through out camper. Be sure to search and ventilate floor area as propane is heavier then air and will settle on the floor. C. This is an automatic propane valve, no adjustments are necessary.
  • Page 97 6. If lock-out occurs before main burner lights, turn switch to “OFF wait five seconds and turn switch to “ON” position. This will restart the ignition cycle. The first start-up of the heater may require several ignition cycles before all air is purged from the propane lines.

  • Page 98: Operating Instructions-Electric Elements

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS—ELECTRIC ELEMENTS Electric water heaters are designed to operate with a minimum amount of service problems, however, proper operation and care is essential. By far the most common trouble with electric water heaters results from energizing the water heater before it is filled with water. Even brief operation of the electric element without water in the tank will burn out the electric heating element.

  • Page 99: Refrigerator

    in the bypass position particularly if you are introducing antifreeze into the plumbing system. The by pass kit will have valves on the top and bottom, valve on bottom needs to be turned to divert water from entering water heater, and valve on top will keep water from flowing back into the water heater Antifreeze can be very corrosive to the anode rod creating premature failure and leave sediment in the tank.

  • Page 100: Door Handles

    Check the seal of the door. If either door does not seal correctly, excess frost will collect inside the refrigerator. Make sure the doors seal correctly. * Close each door on a piece of paper that is about the size and thickness of a dollar bill.

  • Page 101: Operating The Refrigerator Controls

    KZ RV uses 2 models this current year. One model is fully automatic. You push on/off switch and nothing else. Should you wish to change temperature you must move thermistor and wire inside of the box, as per instructions supplied by manufacture of refrigerator.
  • Page 102 resistor feed information to the display panel. To operate, place finger on button and push. A light will illuminate indicating the water level of tanks or charge condition of battery. “Galley” will light only when floor plan includes the second gray water holding tank. The switch on the lower left corner of the monitor panel is for water pump operation.

  • Page 103: Outside Kitchen (Optional)

    OUTSIDE KITCHEN ( OPTIONAL) Using this exterior kitchen will eliminate traffic inside of your camper and perhaps avoid a food spill. Two sizes are available, depending on model camper and space, a tall or short version. 1 Cook top is a two burner hot plate and has no standing pilot light. Each use requires re-lighting the burner.
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