WARNINGS & CAUTIONS WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This manual contains WARNINGS against operating procedures which could result in an accident or bodily injury. The manual also contains CAUTIONS against procedures which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read the entire manual you may miss important information.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction __________________________________________________________________________________ A-0 Daily Living __________________________________________________________________________________ B-0 Captain’s Seats__________________________________________________________________________________ B-1 Seat Belt Usage ________________________________________________________________________________ B-1 Cloverleaf Dining Table __________________________________________________________________________ B-2 Dinette Table __________________________________________________________________________________ B-3 Sleeping Facilities ________________________________________________________________________ B-4 Rear Twin Beds (Popular) __________________________________________________________________ B-4 Rear King-size Bed (Popular) ________________________________________________________________ B-4 Rear Lounge to Double Bed (Versatile)________________________________________________________ B-5 Rear Dinette to Double Bed (Versatile) ________________________________________________________B-6 Front Lounge Seats ______________________________________________________________________ B-7...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Carbon Monoxide Leak Detector __________________________________________________________________ F-3 Smoke Detector ________________________________________________________________________________ F.3 L.P.G. System Schematic 19PC ______________________________________________________________________ F.4 L.P.G. System Schematic 19VC ______________________________________________________________________ F.5 Water Systems ________________________________________________________________________________ G.0 Filling the Fresh Water Tank __________________________________________________________________ G.1 - G-2 City Water Connection __________________________________________________________________________ G-2 Waste Water Storage and Dumping System __________________________________________________________ G-3 Waste Water Tank Preparation ______________________________________________________________ G-3 Waste Water Tank Dumping ____________________________________________________________ G-3 - G-4...
INTRODUCTION A WORD TO ROADTREK OWNERS... This manual has been prepared to acquaint you with the operation, maintenance and warranties of your new Roadtrek Motorhome Van. Your vehicle has been designed, engineered and manufactured to provide you with the utmost in pleasure, dependability and quality. It is important that you read the contents of this manual, that of the Chevrolet chassis and those of other components, and follow the instructions and recommendations contained in each to help assure the most enjoyable and trouble free operation of your vehicle.
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INTRODUCTION Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) The Chevrolet 3500 extended van has a GCWR of 6350 Kg/14000 lbs for the standard engine (6.0 L) and 7258 Kg/16000 lbs for the optional 4.10 rear axle ratio. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): is the maximum permissible weight of this vehicle when fully loaded.
DAILY LIVING CAPTAIN'S SEATS: To recline, pull up the recline control lever below the inboard armrest and lean back. To slide, pull up on the bar that is located on the front of the seat and slide the seat either forward or back, see Picture B-P1.
DAILY LIVING CLOVERLEAF DINING TABLE: The cloverleaf dining table is stored in the front wardrobe closet, see Picture B-P3 for Popular models and see Picture B- P4 for Versatile models. Remove table leg (longer pole is for the front table as the floor is lowered) and place it in the floor base receptacle located in front of the wardrobe.
DAILY LIVING DINETTE TABLE (POPULAR): The table leg is stored in the front wardrobe closet, see Picture B-P3. Remove the table leg (shorter pole) and place in the floor base receptacle located at the rear next to the night table. The table top is stored under the driver side rear bed cushion.
DAILY LIVING SLEEPING FACILITIES: REAR TWIN BEDS (Popular): To convert the dinette into twin beds: 1. Remove the table and leg from its receptacle and place the table under the driver side seat cushion. 2. Place both back rest cushions on the floor vertically up against the seat base boxes or store if desired.
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DAILY LIVING REAR L-SHAPED LOUNGE TO DOUBLE BED (Versatile): 1. Remove the table and leg from their base and place the table on the lateral support located on the upper edge to seat base boxes, see Picture B-P12 2. Remove center dinette cushion Picture B-P13. Center dinette cushion is extra.
DAILY LIVING REAR DINETTE TO DOUBLE BED (Versatile): To convert the dinette into a double bed. 1. Remove table leg and store see picture B-P4 2. Place the table in centre as shown in picture B-P14B 3. Place both back rests in the centre in a teepee postion as shown in picture B-P14C 4.
DAILY LIVING FRONT LOUNGE SEATS: To convert the lounge seat into a single bed: 1. Be sure all armrests are in an upright position. Swivel the passenger captain's seat 270 degrees clockwise so that the backrest is toward the center aisle, see Picture B- P15.
DAILY LIVING WASHROOM AND PRIVACY AREA: REAR PRIVACY DOORS (Popular): When privacy is required: 1. Open the door on the suspended cupboard on the passenger side of your vehicle, by pressing the side latch. 2. Release the plastic turn tab (found near the top, inside door) that secures the inner door, extend this door until privacy is achieved, see Picture B- P19.
DAILY LIVING REAR PRIVACY DOORS (Versatile): Open wardrobe door. 1. To open bi-fold door turn button 180 degrees and extend bi-fold door until privacy is reached, see Picture B-P21. Picture B-21: Opened bi-fold door (Versatile). FRONT PRIVACY DOORS (Popular): When privacy is required: 1.
DAILY LIVING WASHROOM FACILITIES: TOILET: 1. Ensure that you achieve privacy by extending all privacy doors and closing the gallery curtain. 2. See appropriate component Manufacturer's Owner's Manuals for operating instructions. STAND-UP AISLE SHOWER: To set up the stand-up aisle shower: 1.
DAILY LIVING EXTRA COUNTER SPACE: In order to provide additional counter space, your motorhome has the following three features: stove counter top. slide out shelf above the cutlery drawer. slide out shelf below the TV. To provide additional counter space the stove has a removable cover, to remove the cover do the following: 1.
DAILY LIVING EXTERIOR ACCESS DOORS: DRIVER SIDE ACCESS DOORS: Behind the lockable front access door , see Picture B-P31, the following are found: 1. Sewage carrier and hose. 2. Grey water gate valve handle. 3. Black water gate valve handle. Behind the lockable middle access door, see Picture B-P32, the following are found: 1.
DAILY LIVING L.P.G. (Liquid Propane Gas) ACCESS DOOR: Behind the L.P.G. access door (integrated into the rear bumper, covered with a black plate), see Picture B-P34, the following are found: 1. L.P.G. fill valve. 2. L.P.G. tank shut off valve. 3.
DAILY LIVING AUXILIARY BATTERY: The auxiliary battery is located behind the passenger access door behind the rear wheel, see Picture B-P35. Under heavy use it is recommended to check once a month, see maintenance section. In order to access the auxiliary battery one must do the following: 1.
DAILY LIVING SPARE TIRE STORAGE: The spare tire is located in the storage area found under the passenger side rear bed. Brace yourself for the weight of the tire (40 kg / 80 lbs). The jack is located in the storage area found under the passenger side rear bed mounted on the outside wall, see Picture B-P40.
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DAILY LIVING CAUTION: WHEN THE FRONT (60%) SIDE DOOR IS OPEN (see Picture B-P42), THE FRONT PASSENGER CAB DOOR CAN NOT BE OPENED. OPENING THE CAB DOOR while the front side door is open MAY DAMAGE THE GROUND EFFECTS KIT. Home &...
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Your vehicle's electrical system should not be subjected to changes and / or additions to circuitry, appliances, etc. without consulting your dealer or Home & Park for proper installation procedures. Failure to do this could result in serious safety issues or component damage. Changes to the electrical system run the risk of voiding the waranty.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WARNING: If your vehicle is equipped with an optional TV/VCP, the TV must be off and in the stored position during travel, during travel the tambour door must be closed. MONITOR PANEL: A monitor panel is located on the shelf above the passenger lounge seat, see Picture E-P1.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AUXILIARY BATTERY AND ISOLATOR: The auxiliary battery is a group 27 lead acid battery. The auxiliary battery is located behind the passenger side access door found behind the rear wheel, see Picture B-P27. To access the battery refer to the auxiliary battery section found in the daily living section.
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 18AWG Yellow 22AWG Brown Tank Water Grey Tank Water Black 18AWG Black 22AWG Grey Tank Water Fresh 18AWG Blue 22AWG Blue Common 18AWG White 22AWG White 18AWG Black 20AWG Grey 18AWG Purple 20AWG Purple 18AWG Orange 20AWG Orange 18AWG Yellow 20AWG...
L.P.G. & SAFETY SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with an L.P.G. (Liquid Propane Gas) system which, when properly handled and maintained, will provide trouble and worry free operation of your L.P.G fueled appliances. L.P.G. fuel is stored in a liquid state under extremely high pressure. As fuel is used, L.P.G. passes from the top of the tank through the regulator into the gas lines and eventually to the appliances.
L.P.G. & SAFETY SYSTEM L.P.G. TANK: To open and close the tank use the manual tank shutoff valve located on the tank, accessible from behind the rear bumper. It is recommended to close the tank shutoff valve when the vehicle is not in daily use. Further, it is recommended to close the shutoff valve when the vehicle is in travel.
L.P.G. & SAFETY SYSTEM L.P.G. LEAK DETECTOR: Your vehicle has been equipped with a L.P.G. leak detection device for your protection, see Picture F-P1. See "Floor Plan & Appliance Location" for location of the L.P.G. leak detector location. Be sure the detector is operating while using your vehicle. Do not block air circulation in the area where the L.P.G.
WATER SYSTEMS Your vehicle is equipped with dual fresh water tanks. One tank is located in the vehicles interior, the other tank is located on the vehicles exterior. The purpose of the dual tank system is to provide a separate fresh water system that can be used in sub moderate freezing conditions.
WATER SYSTEMS The fresh water tanks can also be filled through the city water inlet located behind the large lockable driver side middle access door, for location, see Picture B-P22 (Daily Living section). The use of the city fill is not possible when in the winter operation mode.
WATER SYSTEMS To disconnect the city water connection: 1. Turn off the external water source. 2. Open the sink faucet to relieve the pressure in the system (failure to do so may result in an unexpected shower). 3. Ensure that the city water tank fill valve is closed, see Picture G-P4. 4.
WATER SYSTEMS Picture G-P9: Proper driving Picture G-P8: Sewage hose Picture G-P10: Removal of the end cap. location of support strap. being supported by the carrier and support spring To dump the exterior black waste water tank: 1. Connect the dump fitting (stored in the storage compartment behind the large access door) to the end of the assembly.
WATER SYSTEMS OUTSIDE SHOWER: NOTE: Outside shower can only be used in summer operation mode. The outside shower faucet is found in the small compartment behind the large driver side storage compartment (the shower hose is stored in the large compartment). Remove the shower hose from the storage compartment and attach to the faucet spout, see Picture G-P11.
WATER SYSTEMS POTABLE WATER SYSTEM SANITIZING: NOTE: Water system must be in summer operation mode. Your potable water system should be sanitized if it is new, has not been used for a period of time, or may have become contaminated. To sanitize your system: 1.
WATER SYSTEMS WINTER MODE VALVE POSITIONS: 1. Transfer Line (isolator) Ball Valve - Closed, see Picture G-P13. 2. Tank Selector Valve (3 way) - Interior tank position, see Picture G-P15. 3. Outside shower faucet (Hot and cold cutoff valves (mini valves)) - Closed, see Picture G-P19. SUMMER MODE VALVE POSITIONS: 1.
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WATER SYSTEMS To select the interior tank alone (tank selector valve): you need to open the access door found in driver side rear bed shown in Picture G-P14. The interior tank is selected by moving the selector valve to the interior tank position as shown in Picture G-P15.
WATER SYSTEMS Picture G-P18: Hot water cutoff valve in open Picture G-P19: Hot water cutoff valve in closed position. position. To drain the exterior fresh water tank you must remove threaded cap to open the low point drain located below the drivers side front door running board, see Picture G-P20.
OWNER MAINTENANCE FIBERGLASS MAINTENANCE: To maintain the original appearance and finish, your vehicle's fiberglass running boards, roof and/or body must be waxed at least annually. If deterioration, such as tarnishing or chalking, should occur, apply a mild rubbing compound and wax to restore the original appearance. EXTERIOR WASHING: To prevent water from entering your vehicle, avoid spraying water directly into exterior vents or grills.
OWNER MAINTENANCE SPRING START UP: After storage, reactivate your vehicle for use by reversing all the procedures that you performed to prepare it for winter storage. In addition, L.P.G. (liquid propane gas) system's connections and fittings should be checked for possible leaks and all other systems and appliances should be operated to ensure satisfactory performance.
OWNER MAINTENANCE AT LEAST TWICE A YEAR: Check power steering fluid level. Check windshield washer level and wiper operation. Clean wiper blades with clean cloth dampened with washer fluid. Check radiator, heater and air-conditioning hose for leaks or damage. Check for worn tires and loose wheel lug nuts. Check parking brake system.
LIMITED WARRANTY INFORMATION LIMITED WARRANTY DEFINITIONS Home & Park Home & Park Motorhomes (A Division of HANMAR MOTOR CORPORATION) Dealer Dealer or any wholesale buyer of recreational vehicles, authorized by Home & Park. Vehicle Any recreational vehicle manufactured by Home & Park Motorhomes. Purchaser Registered owner of the Vehicle and/or purchaser of the Vehicle.
LIMITED WARRANTY INFORMATION LIMITED WARRANTY INFORMATION The following information must be provided when contacting the factory for warranty: Selling Home & Park Dealer:___________________________________________________________________ Address:____________________________________________________ Phone: (_____)________________ City, State/Prov.:______________________________________________ Zip/Postal Code: _______________ V.I.N. (last 8 digits): ____________________ Sales Order # (located on driver door post label): ________________ Date of Delivery To Owner (Retail Purchaser) _______________________ AUTOMOTIVE CUSTOMER SERVICE &...
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LIMITED WARRANTY INFORMATION 6. Damages caused by environmental factors including, but not limited to, hailstorms, tornadoes, sandstorms, lightning, floods, earthquakes, airborne fallout, chemicals, tree sap, ocean spray, road hazards. 7. Vehicle that has been declared a total loss by an insurance company (demolished) or a Vehicle whose title indicates that it is designated as "salvage", "junk", or "rebuilt"...
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY) 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 Home & Park.
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE ROADTREK CLUB INTERNATIONAL As a new Roadtrek owner, you are cordially invited to join our family of Roadtrek owners as members of the "Roadtrek Club International". An owners' club offers its members an opportunity to meet other people with common interests, attend enjoyable gatherings (such as group outings, sight seeing, camping, suppers, factory tours, and more!), share travel experiences, keep current on the latest information and products from the factory, and exchange ideas for improvements or solutions to problems.
CUSTOMER SERVICE PROCEDURES OBTAINING MOTORHOME SERVICE The solution to all your Roadtrek concerns starts with your Roadtrek Dealer Roadtrek Dealer Dodge or GM Dealer Roadtrek Dealer Advise the Service Department The dealership should always be given the that you have a 1 ton van opportunity to resolve your concerns prior to (Dodge B350 or Chevy G-30 extended van) contacting Home &...
ROADTREK INTERNATIONAL CHAPTER FMCA A ROADTREK OWNERS’ CLUB PLEASE PRINT MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION DATE ______________ Last Name __________________ First Name ________________ Spouse ____________________ Address ____________________ City ______________________ Prov/State __________________ Country ____________________ Postal/ZIP Code ____________ Phone: ( ) __________________ FMCA# ________________ If you are not currently a member of the Family Motor Coach Association, please complete the FMCA Membership Application Form below.
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