Planning And Preparation; Loading And Weight Distribution; Have It All Under Control; Inspect And Maintain - Fleetwood 1990 Owner's Manual

NOTE: Some equipment and features described
or shown in this manual may be optional on
some models. This instructional manual is of
general nature only. Because of the continuous
program of product improvement conducted by
Fleetwood, it is possible that recent product
changes may not be included in this manual.
Specifications may change without notice. The
instructions included in this manual are intend-
ed as a guide, and in no respect extend the
responsibilities of the manufacturing subsidiary,
parent company or affiliates beyond the stan-
dard written warranty as presented in this
manual.
Photographs or illustrations in this manual are
representative of function and may not be
specific in their depiction of actual equipment,
fabrics, interior or exterior decor or design op-
tions as installed on or in your motor home.
NOTE: This product is designed for recreational
use and short term occupancy only. It is not
designed or intended to be used as permanent
housing. Use of this product for long term or
permanent occupancy may lead to premature
deterioration of interior finishes, fabrics,
carpeting, and drapes. Damage or deterioration
due to long term occupancy may not be con-
sidered normal, and may under the terms of the
warranty, constitute misuse, abuse, or neglect,
and may therefore reduce your warranty protec-
tion. This manual contains a discussion of long
term occupancy problems. Please refer to that
section before considering this product for long
term occupancy.
The motor home has been thoroughly inspected
before shipment. YOUR DEALER IS RESPONSIBLE
FOR PERFORMING A COMPLETE PREDELIVERY IN-
SPECTION OF THE CHASSIS AND ALL MOTOR
HOME COMPONENTS AS SPECIFIED IN THE
PREDELIVERY CHECKLISTS SUPPLIED BY THE
MOTOR HOME MANUFACTURER AND THE CHASSIS
MANUFACTURER. YOU SHOULD RECEIVE A COPY
OF THESE COMPLETED CHECKLISTS FROM YOUR
DEALER WHEN YOUR MOTOR HOME IS DELIVERED
TO YOU.
AS A PART OF THE PREDELIVERY INSPECTION PRO-
CEDURE, THE DEALER IS TO ROAD TEST THE
MOTOR HOME, NOTING AND CORRECTING ANY
STEERING PROBLEMS BEFORE DELIVERY.
THEREFORE, FLEETWOOD AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES
WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR FRONT END ALIGN-
MENT AFTER THIS PREDELIVERY INSPECTION IS
DONE.
PLANNING AND PREPARATION
Each year millions of Americans embark on trips
using some type of recreational vehicle. Proper plan-
ning of your trip will ensure a pleasurable experience.
A thorough knowledge of your RV is important if you
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are going to get the most out of the convenience and'
safety items built into your vehicle. Be as familiar with
it as you are with your personal car or truck. The
booklets included in your Owner's Information
Package cover details of operation for the major ap-
pliances and equipment built into your motor home
for your comfort, convenience and safety. Later sec-
tions in this manual will also explain how to operate,
maintain, and service important components and
systems in your motor home.
LOADING AND WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION
Proper loading is one of the most important con-
siderations when traveling in an RV. Your motor home
is built to safely carry a certain maximum load. For
safety'S sake, NEVER OVERLOAD THE MOTOR HOME.
This manual contains a detailed section that explains
proper loading and weighing of the vehicle.
HAVE IT ALL UNDER CONTROL
Remember, your new motor home is a large vehi-
cle and requires different driving skills than a
passenger car. Later in this manual we'll outline some
tips on how to become familiar with the handling
characteristics and driving techniques that you need
to know to be a safe motor home driver. Of course,
don't overlook the laws of your state or province that
govern driving a motor home. Your state or provincial
Motor Vehicle Department can provide you with the
applicable vehicle codes that spell out your rights and
responsibilities as a motor home owner.
INSPECT AND MAINTAIN
Follow a consistent schedule of inspection and
maintenance for your motor home. Your continuing
safety and comfort depend on it. This manual includes
a section outlining maintenance intervals. Adherence
to these schedules will minimize the possibility of
failure of any important system or part of your motor
home. The time spent inspecting and maintaining your
motor home will provide you with many years of
recreational pleasure.
THE OWNER'S INFORMATION PACKAGE