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2016 RS Adventurous
Roadtrek, Inc.
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  • Page 1 Owner's Manual 2016 RS Adventurous Roadtrek, Inc. PDF generated at: Thu, 10 Dec 2015 14:00:25 EST...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Introduction to your RS Adventurous Copyright Do's and Don'ts Before You Head Out Coming Home Interior Living Space Sleeping Facilities Bathroom Facilities Appliances Outside your Roadtrek Utilities Heating and Cooling Electrical System Monitor Panel Distribution Panel Alarms and Warnings Maintenance...
  • Page 3 Spare Tire Storage Obtaining Service Specifications Warranty Registration Regulatory Notices HOWTO: Monitor Panel HOWTO: Setting Up Your Campsite HOWTO: Shore Power HOWTO: Potable Water Use HOWTO: Waste Water Dumping HOWTO: Cable and TV Reception HOWTO: Propane System HOWTO: Water System Winterizing HOWTO: De-Winterizing...

  • Page 4: Introduction To Your Rs Adventurous

    Introduction to your RS Adventurous Congratulations on the purchase of your Roadtrek and welcome to the Roadtreking family. The information included in this manual is meant to help and guide you through the use of your vehicle so that you know how to properly use the many functions your Roadtrek has to offer.

  • Page 5: Copyright

    • • Charge for this manual other than reasonable media and shipping costs. All images used in this manual remain the property of Roadtrek, Inc. They are for illustrative purposes only and may or may not be representative of the upfits in your Roadtrek.

  • Page 6: Do's And Don'ts

    Don't do it. Doing this can result in injury, severe damage, or death. Information, cautions, and warnings This table highlights some of the do’s and don’ts of your Roadtrek. This list is by no means complete. Please refer to the individual sections in the manual for more details.
  • Page 7 Do not block the air circulation in the area where the Propane Leak Detector is located. DETECTOR Battery disconnect switch must be in the “ON” position for the propane detector to function. PROPANE LEAK DETECTOR © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 8 AUXILIARY BATTERY Battery acid can burn your skin and damage clothing. Protective eye wear and gloves should be worn while handling batteries. Effective June 2010 all Roadtrek installed batteries are sealed AGM batteries that do no require the addition of water.
  • Page 9 LUG NUTS Sprinters with the optional alloy wheels have a set of lug nuts in the toolbox in the passenger footwell. These lug nuts must be used when mouting the steel-rim spare. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 10: Before You Head Out

    Before You Head Out Before You Head Out Your new Roadtrek is ready to go with just a little bit of preparation. To prepare for your first trip, you should: • • Read this manual. • • Contact your dealer with any questions.

  • Page 11: Coming Home

    Coming Home Coming Home When you come home, there are a few maintenance tasks you should do to get your Roadtrek ready to go for next time. Refer to other sections in this manual for the procedures listed here. • On your way home, dump the gray and black tanks at a convenient facility. See the HOWTO: Waste Water Dumping section for a concise description of the procedure to do this.
  • Page 12 • • If you turn everything off and you have solar panels, the panels will keep your coach batteries topped up while your Roadtrek is parked. If you don't have solar panels, it would be prudent to check your coach battery state of charge every month or so and charge them if necessary.

  • Page 13: Interior Living Space

    Pushbutton latch open Your Roadtrek is equipped with cabinet latches which prevent the door from opening while the vehicle is in motion. The pushbuttons on the cabinet latches toggle from latched (button in) to unlatched (button out) by pressing the button.
  • Page 14 Interior Living Space the cabinet. For this reason, Roadtrek recommends that you not store anything in the overhead cabinets that you wouldn't want to get hit over the head with. If you load a large amount of weight into a cabinet, experience large swings in temperature or humidity, drive on bumpy roads at high speeds frequently, or sometimes as part of normal wear and tear, the cabinet hinges may go out of adjustment.
  • Page 15 All these drawers have conventional non-locking knobs, and a friction closure mechanism to secure them while the Roadtrek is in motion. Make sure they are completely closed before driving. The center panel beneath the countertops in front of the sink is fixed and is NOT a drawer; do not attempt to open it.
  • Page 16 Place the table top on the leg. The front table has four leaves that fold out and snap into place. To fold up, press the hinge flat while folding the leaf. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 17: Captain's Seats

    The lumbar support adjustment is on the inboard side of the seat. For the full range of adjustments on the front seats, please refer to the Mercedes Sprinter manual. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 18 To swivel the front seats, locate the swivel bar positioned on the inboard side of the chair base and move the control downward against its spring to release the lock and swivel the chair. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 19 Slide the rear seats forward before attempting to pivot them, then slide them back once pivoted. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 20 The blinds in your Roadtrek can be drawn for either shade or privacy. The blinds on the side and back windows of the Roadtrek have a partially opaque, "shade" window covering, and also a completely opaque, "dark" window covering. Pull the blinds down for the "shade" window covering, and then pull the bar above this first section of blind material down to bring the "dark"...
  • Page 21 Make sure that the fan is off and the cover completely closed before driving. The cover will rattle if you drive with it open. Your Roadtrek is equipped with a ceiling mounted ventilation fan. The fan has a cover that must be raised by turning the large knurled knob.

  • Page 22: Sleeping Facilities

    Sleeping Facilities Sleeping Facilities Your Roadtrek has sleeping capacity for up to four people; two in the front of the vehicle with the optional front bed cushions, and two in the rear of the vehicle on the full or twin bed.
  • Page 23 • • Reposition the bottom cushions of the side bench seats over this panel so they are side by side. • • Place the long thin vertical bench seat cushions in the empty space between the wall and the larger bench seat cushions. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 24 • • Turn both captain seats around so that they face the aisle, and the seatbacks face the doors. You will have to slide the rear seat forward before you can swivel it. Slide both seats all the way back in their tracks - as far to the outside as possible. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 25 • • Open the optional folding mattress across the seats. • • Pass the hook-and-loop straps behind the seatbacks to hold the mattress in position. Mattress tab between seat backs Pass hook-and-loop strap behind seatback © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 26 Sleeping Facilities Hook-and-loop strap in place Passenger side folding mattress in place © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 27: Bathroom Facilities

    Bathroom Facilities Bathroom Facilities Your Roadtrek is equipped with a permanently enclosed bathroom that includes a sink and a stand up or sit down shower. Securing Bathroom Door Door pin Door latch The bathroom doors are secured by a latch and pin system. To secure the doors for driving: •...

  • Page 28: Using The Toilet

    Toilet paper holder The bathroom in your Roadtrek contains a marine type toilet. To secure the doors once inside, use the inside latch. To flush the toilet, use your foot to press the foot pedal located at the bottom of the toilet. When finished, release the foot pedal. Do not use toilet paper which will clog your black water tank and waste water pump - use only paper which will disintegrate easily when it gets wet.
  • Page 29 • • Once ready, pull up on the knob located between the sink faucet handles to start the flow of water • • Adjust the water temperature as needed using the cold and hot water knobs on the sink faucet © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 30 • • Refasten the drain stopper in the center of the bathroom floor (this is important as it stops the content of the grey water from sloshing into the shower area while the vehicle is in motion) • • Dry the shower curtain with a towel or allow it to air dry before storing it © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 31: Appliances

    TV and Home Theatre System Your Roadtrek is equipped with a 120 volt TV and home theatre system with remote control for your enjoyment and viewing pleasure. In order to generate power to these appliances, you must ensure either the inverter or shore power is connected.

  • Page 32: Controlling The Rear Speakers

    Appliances Controlling the Rear Speakers The surround sound system offered in your Roadtrek allows you to control the rear speaker sound in your vehicle. Locate the speaker switch which can be found in the cabinet above the home theater system.

  • Page 33: Hot Water

    Always turn the water heater off when the vehicle is in motion - the airflow will interfere with the proper functioning of the Water heater below microwave oven burner, and create an unsafe condition. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 34: Microwave Convection Oven

    Appliances Refrigerator The refrigerator in your Roadtrek is a 12 volt DC/120 volt AC compressor refrigerator that switched automatically between voltages. The temperature control for the refrigerator is located to the right of the freezer. To open the refrigerator, gently push down on the latch located on the upper right hand corner of the refrigerator to release the retaining pin and pull the door towards you.
  • Page 35 Do not use the propane cooktop for heating the interior of the Roadtrek - carbon monoxide poisoning will result. The main valve on the propane tank must be open for the cooktop to work.
  • Page 36 Since the induction stovetop depends on magnetic material to produce heat, copper, stainless steel, or aluminum cookware will not get warm. For instructions on how to use this appliance, please refer to the Inductive cooktop stove manual. Induction cooktop © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 37: Outside Your Roadtrek

    Power awning switch Awning support attachment point Your Roadtrek is equipped with an easy to use power roll up awning. Please read the awning manual before you start. You need to know how the supports are attached and how to secure the awning.
  • Page 38 Step extended Your Roadtrek is equipped with a step that automatically extends when the side door is opened for easy entry and exit out of your vehicle. With the step switch on, the step will extend once when the door is open and remain extended even if the door is closed.
  • Page 39 The compartment behind the second door contains (left to right) the waste water disposal hose, the black water valve handle, the gray water valve handle, the waste water disposal pump jogger handle, and the cable TV connection point. The compartment behind the third door contains the spare tire and the shore power connection point. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 40 Fuel fill access Fuel fill access The fuel fill door is located directly behind the driver on the outside of the vehicle. To fill your Roadtrek with fuel; • • Open the driver side door • • Swing open the fuel fill cover •...

  • Page 41: Rear Doors

    Rear door retaining strap Rear door magnet The rear doors of your Roadtrek have the ability to open all the way so they fold against the sides of the vehicle. To open the doors to their fullest potential; • • Open the door to 90 degrees •...

  • Page 42: Rear Door Screen

    Roadtreks have an optional rear screen which allows you to open the rear doors and get fresh air without bugs coming in or pets going out. Look in the hanging wardrobe behind the bathroom for this screen in your new Roadtrek. The screen attaches to the rear door frame with a zipper and hook-and-loop fasteners.
  • Page 43 At the top, close the flap with the hook-and-loop fastener strip where the zippers meet. Use the double slider to unzip the bottom of the screen to allow access to the underbed storage area in the back of the Roadtrek without disturbing the top section. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 44 While sturdy enough to keep insects out, this screen is not designed to resist repeated and persistent attempts by pets to get out of the vehicle. Do not leave your pets unattended with the screen in place and the doors open. They may take themselves for a walk. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 45: Outside Shower

    Use the brass auxiliary key which came with your Roadtrek to unlock the compartment door. When finished, coil the hose back up so that it and the shower head fit inside the compartment.

  • Page 46: Utilities

    Utilities Utilities Just like your house, your Roadtrek has fresh water, electricity, waste water disposal, heating, and cooling systems. In the Roadtrek, these systems are self contained and travel with you. Fresh Water Fresh water is contained in two tanks, called the exterior and interior tanks. The interior tank drains into the exterior tank.
  • Page 47 City water connection, driver's side behind front access bay door If your city water connection has the words "Pressure Regulator" on it, you do not need an external regulator. If you're unsure, use an external regulator. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 48 The city water inlet connection is located in the front utility bay just behind the driver's side front tire. Roadtrek recommends that you use a dedicated single purpose potable-water hose. These are usually white in color. Buy a new one and use it only for filling your tanks and connecting to city water. View any hose lying around a campground with extreme skepticism, especially it there's a wastewater dump nearby.

  • Page 49: Waste Water

    If it stays together, swells up, or clumps into a solid mass, it`s not safe and should be disposed of in the trash and not down the toilet. See HOWTO: Waste Water Dumping for more information on dumping. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 50: Heating And Cooling

    Heating and Cooling Heating Standard Suburban Propane Furnace The standard heater for your Roadtrek is a Suburban propane furnace, located on the passenger side of the aisle beneath the side bench. The furnace is controlled by the thermostat, above the rear side window. Select "Furnace" and the desired temperature.
  • Page 51 The Webasto unit is connected directly to the battery bank, and is not controlled by the battery disconnect switch. For this reason, please ensure the unit is turned off to avoid draining the batteries when the Roadtrek is not in use, or any time hot water and cabin heating is not needed.
  • Page 52 Some models also have a small heat strip in the air conditioning which will blow warm air, but this produces heat directly from electricity and is not recommended for heating the Roadtrek cabin for extended periods of time unless you are attached to shore power or running the engine or propane generator.

  • Page 53: Electrical System

    Batteries The standard batteries in your Roadtrek are sealed AGM (absorbed glass mat) batteries. Do not attempt to open them. There is no user maintenance possible on these batteries except keeping them charged - you never have to add water to them.

  • Page 54: Lithium Batteries

    EcoTrek 200, including charging, voltage protection, and the battery heaters when it gets cold. The battery management system will turn off the batteries when they are run down to near empty. The system will still accept charge, but will no longer provide power. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 55 Strictly speaking this is not necessary, but it is a useful guideline. If you store your Roadtrek in cold weather, leave the EcoTrek batteries on and plug in so that the battery management system can continue to heat and charge the batteries as needed.
  • Page 56 Positive jumper point, on driver's side of Coach batteries and negative jumper the engine. Red disc is pushed back to attachment point - brass stud protruding expose the contact. from side wall of engine compartment © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 57: Battery Disconnect Switch

    The battery disconnect switch provides power to all 12 volt appliances, such as the water pump, the refrigerator, and so forth. This switch should be off when you are not using your Roadtrek, and on whenever you are driving or camping. The "Battery On"...
  • Page 58 The © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 59: Solar Panels

    See HOWTO: Shore Power for a concise description of how to connect to shore power. The switchover from shore power to inverter is automatic - the inverter will sense the incoming shore power as soon as you plug it in. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 60 This plug goes in only one way - find the prong with the right angle (L-shaped) on the cord end and on the socket, and align them. Once the plug is pushed in all the way, turn it slightly clockwise to lock it into place and tighten the black plastic © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 61: Electrical Outlets

    If you are not getting power from an outlet, check and reset this button if needed by pushing it in. The one over the galley provides protection for outlets on the driver's side of the Roadtrek. The outlet behind the passenger side rear captain's chair provides GFCI protection for the TV and DVD player, so check it if your TV is not receiving power.
  • Page 62 Electrical System Optional Propane Generator Your Roadtrek may be equipped with a 2500 watt propane generator. This generator, when running, will power your air conditioner, microwave, and all other electrical appliances, plus charge your batteries. To start the generator, push START. Allow the generator to run for a couple of minutes before turning on heavy loads such as the air conditioner.

  • Page 63: Monitor Panel

    Inverter Control Panel The monitor panel controls two separate power sources; the 12 volt DC power and the 120 volt AC power via the inverter. The inverter switch also has a shore power and battery charging indicator. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 64 Monitor Panel 12 Volt DC Power The EcoTrek Batteries If your Roadtrek has the optional EcoTrek batteries, you have individual switches for each EcoTrek 200 module. EcoTrek 400 dual controls Jump starting an EcoTrek 200; note the left bank is off A single EcoTrek 200 will have one rocker switch at the bottom and one pushbutton switch at the top of the panel.
  • Page 65 Strictly speaking this is not necessary, but it is a useful guideline. If you store your Roadtrek in cold weather, leave the EcoTrek batteries on and plug in so that the battery management system can continue to heat and charge the batteries as needed.
  • Page 66 - the inverter switch, the battery disconnect switch, and the Webasto system all off when your E-Trek is not being used to avoid discharging the batteries. The battery disconnect switch has a blue indicator light to the right of it to show you that the battery power is on. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 67 To stop the generator, first shut down all heavy loads, let the generator run for a few minutes to cool down, then press the bottom (STOP) end of the rocker switch. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 68: Other Switches

    The water pump can be left on to provide on-demand water as long as the tank has water in it and the pump is not running dry. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 69 These indicator lights will give you an approximate reading, to the nearest third, of how much is in each tank. The four indicator light levels for the battery represent low, fair, good, and charging states of charge. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 70: Distribution Panel

    When storing the RS for the winter, turn off the battery disconnect switch, the Webasto diesel-fueled hot water system if you have one, your inverter, and all circuit breakers in this panel. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 71: Volt Fuse Panel

    The 12 volt fuses are located in the overhead cabinet just to the left of the 120 volt circuit breakers. Open the cabinet and remove the black plastic cover to access the fuses. The sticker on the cover has identifying information for each fuse, telling you what light or appliance each fuse supplies power to. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 72: Alarms And Warnings

    The detector has a useful service life, beyond which it needs to be replaced. See Manufacturer’s Owner’s Manual for other operating instructions, or look for the sticker which is sometimes placed on the detector to see the replacement date. The detector may chirp if the coach batteries are running low. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 73: Smoke Detector

    It is powered by a commonly available 9 volt battery which needs periodic replacement. Refer to the Owner's Manual for the smoke detector for the replacement interval of both the battery and the detector itself. Smoke Alarm © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 74: Fire Extinguisher

    Alarms and Warnings Fire Extinguisher Your Roadtrek comes equipped with a dry chemical fire extinguisher suitable for all fires. Before every trip, check to see that the needle on the dial is in the green range. If not, replace the fire extinguisher. DO NOT test your fire extinguisher by discharging it - total discharge time is 8 to 12 seconds, so it will become rapidly depleted if you test it this way.

  • Page 75: Maintenance

    Any adverse conditions should be brought to the attention of your dealer or qualified service technician for expert service advice as soon as possible. The owner maintenance checks are generally not covered by warranties and you may be charged for labor, parts and supplies used. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 76 1/2 cup vinegar added to the next tankful, which will also be drained before filling with fresh water for use, will help dissipate the chlorine smell. Refer to other sections in this manual for drain and fill locations. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 77: At Least Twice A Year

    Wax & polish and protect exterior surfaces. The wheels are coated aluminum - there is no bare aluminum on the vehicle, so do not use aluminum polish on any surface of your Roadtrek. The wheel center caps are chrome. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 78: Other Maintenance Checks

    To prevent water from entering your vehicle, avoid spraying water directly into exterior vents or grills. Do not use a power washer to clean your Roadtrek - damage to the paint, removal of decals, and water leaks will result. Hand washing or commercial car washes accommodating large vehicles are the best way to keep your Roadtrek clean and shiny.

  • Page 79: Spare Tire Storage

    The alloy wheels on the Roadtrek use different lug nuts than the steel spare. There is an adapter in the tire change tool set which will fit these larger lug nuts and the standard lug nut wrench.
  • Page 80 • • Locate the jack handle (three pieces of steel tubing in the pouch) and the "banana" lever in the jack compartment. • • Locate the 19 mm - 3/4 inch wrench which came in the white box of Roadtrek accessories. Roadtrek recommends you keep this in the glovebox when not in use so that it will be readily available.
  • Page 81 Kneeling on the jack handle to secure it, use the wrench to loosen the long nuts on the two long bolts on either side of the tire carrier about a half inch or so. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 82 You are compressing the tire, so the nuts will not get tight on the bolts like a metal-to-metal contact will. Repair or replace the flat spare tire at your earliest opportunity, and reinstall the good spare in the spare tire carrier. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 83: Obtaining Service

    Obtaining Service Obtaining Service When your Roadtrek needs service, determine if the issue is with the Roadtrek upfits or the Sprinter Chassis. For Roadtrek upfits, contact your Roadtrek dealer. For chassis-related issues, contact Mercedes service. Advise the service writer that you have an extended 3500 van, rather than a "motorhome".

  • Page 84: Specifications

    For general chassis specifications, please refer to the Mercedes manual. For specifications relating to your vehicle, including occupancy, weight rating, tire size, inflation, and so on refer to the sticker on the driver's side B pillar (right side of the door frame, near the latch). This specification refers to the Roadtrek upfits. Roadtrek upfits only Total fresh water capacity (includes water heater) 33 gallons/ 125 liters...

  • Page 85: Warranty

    Roadtrek Motorhomes warrants to the Purchaser that the Motohome is free from defects in material and workmanship on the portion manufactured by Roadtrek Motorhomes, under normal use and service, for six (6) years, from date of purchase by the first Purchaser or the date the Motorhome was first put into service (for example, as a demo or rental), whichever is earlier.
  • Page 86 Roadtrek Motorhomes Limited Motorhome Warranty is void unless the following conditions are adhered to: 1. 1. Warranty Card on Motorhome must be completed by the Dealer and faxed to Roadtrek Motorhomes within 48 hours of date of retail delivery. When warranty applications are made and Warranty Card is not on file at Roadtrek Motorhomes, reimbursement of claim will be delayed until proof of original purchase is submitted to Roadtrek Motorhomes.

  • Page 87: Appliance Warranty

    Costs of such repairs must be adsorbed by the Dealer. 7. 7. Purchasers are responsible for presenting their motorhome to a Roadtrek Dealer as soon as problem exists. The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time from date of authorization.
  • Page 88 Warranty Intent The intent of this extended warranty is to ensure the new owner of a Roadtrek that it is worry free from manufacturer caused defects (excluding the chassis) for the first six (6) years of use. Roadtrek owners can feel comfortable that Roadtrek is fully behind them for six (6) years, including the EcoTrek Batteries!!! ©...

  • Page 89: Registration

    Registration Registration Please send this form in or email the information to sales@roadtrek.com when you purchase your Roadtrek. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 90 Registration References [1] mailto:sales@roadtrek. com © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 91: Regulatory Notices

    Regulatory Notices If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Roadtrek Motorhomes. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.

  • Page 92: Howto: Monitor Panel

    The monitor panel monitors your battery and tank status, and provides controls for all of the on-board utilities. Monitor Panel with standard 1250 watt inverter and optional propane generator © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 93 The battery disconnect switch turns the coach battery power off and on. When off, it prevents your coach batteries from being drained while the Roadtrek is not in use. The lights, the water pump, the fan, the refrigerator control board, even the igniters for the propane cooktop need 12 volt power from the batteries.
  • Page 94 20 seconds. If you select power save auto you'll reduce the electricity it takes to keep the inverter powered, and your batteries will require less recharging. Pressing the bottom of the switch selects power save off. When this setting is selected, the inverter will be on continuously. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 95 On the control panel, the top left switch is the patio light switch. Press the top of the button to turn the lights on, and the bottom to turn them off. These are LED lights and use very little power. Patio light switch Water pump switch © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 96: Water Heater Switch

    Make sure that you have propane in your propane tank and that the main valve is open. If the stove burners light, your propane Water heater switch supply is good. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 97 Some RS Adventurous models come with optional Webasto diesel-powered water heating systems. These have their own controls mounted in the rear area of the Roadtrek, and there will be no water heater switch on the monitor panel. Follow the instructions for these units in the user's manual for that unit. The Webasto control switches are mounted in the rear lounge area behind the TV.
  • Page 98 See your Cummings/Onan generator service manual for details. There is a break-in oil change after the first 20 to 50 hours of use. You also need to exercise your generator every month by running it for an hour under moderate load. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 99: Howto: Setting Up Your Campsite

    What Do You Need To Hook Up? In a Roadtrek, the answer to this question is - a lot less than you think. Rather than slog through the setup ordeal that Class As and fifth wheels and other trailers go through, Class Bs are much more nimble. We travel light and can set up and pack up in minutes.

  • Page 100: Connected Fresh Water Vs. Using Your Tanks

    Full hookup sites have a handy sewer dump right at your campsite. When your fresh water runs low, refill your fresh water tanks, dump your waste water holding tanks, and you're good to go, plus you can drive off anytime merely by stowing your electrical cord. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 101 Once you're out there, don't look around for those big rigs who are dependent on hookups - they're all back in town. It's just you and nature, with the occasional backpacker. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 102 How level is level? In general, if it's level enough to be comfortable for you, it's probably good enough for your plumbing. If you have a choice, it's better to have the front of the Roadtrek very slightly higher than the back for air conditioner condensate drainage. If you're not running your air conditioner, it doesn't matter.

  • Page 103: Howto: Shore Power

    Power cord stored under sofa L-shaped prong on plug, and Attached shore power cord corresponding L-shaped hole in cord To disconnect, unthread the black plastic ring and rotate the plug slightly counterclockwise to pull it out. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 104 Most RV parks and campgrounds have AC power of various voltages and amperages available at each site. The power will typically be in a pedestal with a cover that flips up. If you cannot find your power pedestal or you're not sure how to open it, ask the campground personnel. 50A outlet 30A outlet © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 105 The pedestal will also typically have individual breakers for the 15A, 30A, and 50A services. Many campgrounds turn off unused breakers so check that the breaker for the plug you will be using is turned on. Your Roadtrek is equipped with a 30 Amp cord. Most power pedestals have a 30 amp receptacle. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 106 30 amps available. Although you are connected to a 50A service, you can only draw 30A; there is no advantage to connecting to a 50A service if a 30A service is available. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 107 What Do You Need To Hook Up? In a Roadtrek, the answer to this question is - a lot less than you think. Rather than slog through the setup ordeal that Class As and fifth wheels and other trailers go through, Class Bs are much more nimble. We travel light and can set up and pack up in minutes.
  • Page 108 Full hookup sites have a handy sewer dump right at your campsite. When you fresh water runs low, refill your fresh water tanks, dump your waste water holding tanks, and you're good to go, plus you can drive off merely by stowing your electrical cord. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 109 Once you're out there, don't look around for those big rigs who are dependent on hookups - they're all back in town. It's just you and nature, with the occasional backpacker. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 110 How level is level? In general, if it's level enough to be comfortable for you, it's probably good enough for your plumbing. If you have a choice, it's better to have the front of the Roadtrek very slightly higher than the back for air conditioner condensate drainage. If you're not running your air conditioner, it doesn't matter.

  • Page 111: Howto: Potable Water Use

    HOWTO: Potable Water Use HOWTO: Potable Water Use Your Roadtrek can operate in either fully self-contained mode, or can be connected to a water supply such as a campsite's faucet. The city water connection is in the driver's side front access bay, to the left of the propane tank. Unscrew the white plastic protective cap and connect your clean hose to the water faucet and to a water pressure regulator attached to this connection point.
  • Page 112 The city water inlet connection is located in the front driver's side compartment, to the left of the propane tank. Roadtrek recommends that you use a dedicated single purpose potable-water hose. These are usually white in color. Buy a new one and use it only for filling your tanks and connecting to city water. View any hose lying around a campground with extreme skepticism, especially it there's a wastewater dump nearby.
  • Page 113 • • Flush old water and any contaminants out of the water supply faucet. • • Connect your fresh water hose to the faucet. • • Attach your pressure regulator to the Roadtrek's city water connection. • • Attach your fresh water hose to the the pressure regulator.
  • Page 114 Make sure the black plastic handle is perpendicular to (across) the water line when your water system is in self-contained mode. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 115: Howto: Waste Water Dumping

    Waste Water Discharge Pump Your Roadtrek is equipped with a waste water disposal pump to make dumping your tanks easier and cleaner. The macerator in this pump grinds up any solids in the system and pumps the resulting wastewater out to the dump station.

  • Page 116: Dumping The Tanks

    • • Open the compartment doors or drawer behind the driver. This will expose the green waste water discharge hose and controls. Depending on your model, your hose and dump valve location may look a bit different. Take the time to identify all of the components before you start. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 117 • • Insert the waste water discharge hose outlet into the dump station waste receptacle. • • Open the valve on the end of the sewage discharge hose by turning the black plastic handle to align with the hose. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 118 • • There are two ways to secure the hose in the dump station waste receptacle four inch pipe. In the white box that came with your Roadtrek there is a rubber doughnut, which goes over the discharge nozzle and can be wedged into the waste receptacle to hold the waste water discharge hose in place.
  • Page 119 • • Press and hold the waste water pump red button until the grey waste tank is empty. • • Close the gray tank valve by pushing it back in to the original position. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 120 The waste water discharge pump will be damaged if allowed to operate dry for any length of time. Turn off the pump as soon as the solid stream of liquid begins to sputter, and the pump's sound changes. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 121 • • Push in on the knob and turn clockwise; you will feel the knob engage the pump shaft. • • Turn the knob first in one direction and then the other to loosen the obstruction. • • Once the obstruction is loose, continue dumping. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 122: Howto: Cable And Tv Reception

    HOWTO: Cable and TV Reception Your Roadtrek comes with a home theatre system. This consists of a TV, a DVD player, the speaker system and the radio in the dash, along with a rooftop TV antenna and a cable TV connection.

  • Page 123: Over-The-Air Tv

    HOWTO: Cable and TV Reception TV antenna switch and power injector Rear speaker switch Over-the-air TV Antenna/cable switch © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 124 Cable TV To connect your Roadtrek to cable TV at a campsite or even in your driveway, first locate the Roadtrek's cable TV connection. It is behind the middle utility bay door on the bottom of the driver's side of the vehicle, just to the right of the waste water hose and handles, and has a square gray plastic cover about 3 cm on each side which is hinged at the side, which opens to expose the barrel connector the cable hooks to.
  • Page 125 Coaxial TV connecting wire with screw-on You need a length of coaxial TV cable to reach from the cable TV outlet to your Roadtrek's connection point. These are sold in electronic supply and camping supply stores and come in lengths of 25, 50, and 100 feet. The cable is typically sold as RG-59U or RG-6 with F-type connectors.
  • Page 126 HOWTO: Cable and TV Reception TV cable connected Switch between cable and TV Use the small white button on the panel to switch between cable and TV. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 127: Speaker Switch

    In the Surround position, the rear speakers (the speakers above the bed) will work with the TV/home theatre system. In the Off position the speakers are off. In the Automotive position, the speakers are connected to the dash radio. Rear speaker switch © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 128: Howto: Propane System

    This valve must be closed whenever the vehicle is in motion in any case, not just in certain areas. Other bridges/tunnels/ferries ban vehicles with propane tanks entirely. Plan ahead and take an alternate route if passing through areas where vehicles with propane are prohibited. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 129: Propane Tank Location

    If you close the main valve for an extended period of time it is possible for the distribution lines to fill with air. It may take a while for propane to fill the lines again. The fridge and water heater handle this automatically; for the stove you can hear the difference between propane and air. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 130: Bbq Pigtail

    The propane system has a high-pressure auxiliary BBQ takeoff. Locate the hose by reaching under the edge of the Roadtrek about halfway between the rear passenger tire opening and the side door. Pull the hose toward the back of the Roadtrek to release it from the channel it is stowed in.

  • Page 131: Propane Tank Filling

    The relief valve with the blue plastic cover will automatically vent propane if the tank is overfilled or overheats. This is not a user-serviceable item; never attempt to remove the cover, test, or otherwise interfere with the operation of this valve. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 132 Note the amount it takes to fill your tank. The 16 gallon tank in your Roadtrek will hold 12.8 gallons / 48 liters when completely empty and filled to the correct 80% full level. Subtract the amount you buy from this number, and you'll know how much was in the tank when you filled it.
  • Page 133 Propane tanks must not be placed or stored inside your vehicle. Propane tanks are equipped with safety devices which relieve excessive pressure by discharging gas to the atmosphere. The Roadtrek's propane tank is mounted outside the vehicle and will vent propane where it can dissipate; any tank inside the vehicle will vent into the passenger compartment, creating an explosive propane-air mixture inside the enclosed space, which also contains many potential sources of ignition.

  • Page 134: Howto: Water System Winterizing

    (above 40 deg. F or above 4 deg. C) and the forecast is for temperatures just below freezing for a few hours at night with calm winds, then you don`t need to winterize. The heat in your Roadtrek is enough to keep the lines from freezing.
  • Page 135 • • Dump and rinse the gray and black tanks if they are not already empty. • • Turn off the water pump and open your single lever galley faucet, putting it in the middle halfway between the hot and cold settings. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 136 Suburban propane water heater, skip the next steps dealing with the Suburban water heater and its Freshwater tank drain valve bypass valves, go to the bottom of this article and perform the steps pertinent to your unit, and resume below. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 137 You either left the water pump on, or you are hooked up to city water. Testing the pressure relief is a good way to check if the water heater is full of water before turing it on in the spring. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 138 This is a good time to rinse out the water heater and inspect the anode rod. If the anode rod looks spongy or all that is left is a rusty iron rod, throw it away and buy and install a new anode rod. Use teflon tape on the threads to reinstall the anode rod. Do not overtighten. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 139 Accessing water heater bypass valves, captains seat behind driver's side rear captains seat Bypass valves in Water heater bypass normal position. Green valves in the bypass means open, red position. Green means closed. open, red closed. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 140: All Systems

    • • If the water pump loses its prime in this process, add more antifreeze to the fresh water tank. • • Open the grey and black waste tank valves, and operate the waste water discharge pump for about 10 seconds. You should see pink antifreeze coming out of the waste water discharge hose. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 141 • • Open the city water valve. This valve is behind the access panel to the left of the side door step, The water pump will operate. Allow it to run about 20 seconds. Turn city water valve off. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 142 Replace water pump filter. • • This is the end of the regular winterization instructions - steps below are for Roadtreks with the optional Webasto unit only. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 143 There are two air ducts on the front side of the unit, near the top. There are also two white water lines coming back from the front of the Roadtrek, one on each side of the chassis centerline. Just before these lines get to the Webasto unit, there is a transverse white hose connecting them, with a valve on it.
  • Page 144 (shunt) line - DO NOT TURN THESE VALVES. If your outside shower quits working, you turned the wrong valves. • • Go back to the middle of the winterization procedure and continue. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 145 HOWTO: Water System Winterizing Winterizing using compressed air Roadtrek recommends against using compressed air for winterizing. Other methods of winterizing Roadtrek only recommends the winterizing method outlined above using RV antifreeze. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

  • Page 146: Howto: De-Winterizing

    1. 1. Check to be sure the fresh water tank drain valve is closed, then add the water/bleach mixture to the fresh water tank through the gravity fill. 2. 2. This is a good time to get some stuff for spring cleaning of your Roadtrek, so drive around for an hour. Let it sit for a couple more hours.

  • Page 147: Second Step

    Webasto unit. Just before these water lines go into the unit there is a valve on each of these lines. Turn both valves so that the black handles are parallel to the lines (pointing toward the front of the Roadtrek - see photo below). The third valve is...
  • Page 148 Teflon tape on the threads, and close the pressure relief valve. Take the system out of water heater bypass mode by turning the three valves on the lines in front of the water heater so that the handles all point toward the left. © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.
  • Page 149 © 2015 by Roadtrek, Inc.

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