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Welcome to Please read first LEAVE THIS RENTER’S MANUAL IN THE MOTOR HOME ...
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Have a safe and pleasurable trip! This document is the property of ROAD BEAR RV and is for informational purposes only. ROAD BEAR RV reserves the right to change the document at any time without prior notice. ROAD BEAR RV does not assume any liability for the accuracy of any instructions or specifications contained herein. The document is not intended to describe the specific function of any appliance or item within a particular motor home. Please assure yourself of the contents and the operation of each item in your motor home before you leave our rental location. Our employees are able to give you specific instructions. Please ask if you have any questions. This document is not to be duplicated in any way without written consent by ROAD BEAR RV. Agoura Hills, CA / February 2010 Page 2 ...
Introduction Thank you for choosing ROAD BEAR RV for your motor home vacation. Are you ready to take off with your motor home to explore the USA and Canada? If your personal walk‐through was overwhelming or just too much information, please take a few minutes and read this manual carefully. Familiarize yourself with the vehicle. This will assure that you get the best use of the motor home. We at ROAD BEAR RV are committed to make your vacation as fun and trouble‐free as possible. In the event of unanswered questions or an unforeseen malfunction please call our toll‐free technical hotline during business hours (Pacific Time). Please do NOT use e‐mail messages for technical questions or unforeseen malfunctions. To assist you we may have to ask questions or give you multi‐step instructions, for which e‐mail is not practical and will delay effective help. Please understand that we will not be able to return phone calls to international mobile phones. In case of questions or unforeseen malfunctions Mon. – Fri. 8:00 – 5:00, Sat. 8:00 – 1:00, Pacific Time TECHNICAL HOTLINE ...
Safety Information Be aware that you are driving a much larger and heavier vehicle than a regular car or SUV. This will cause the vehicle to react differently from what you may be used to. Failure to follow these safety information may result in injury or death. Follow all local, state and federal traffic laws. Plan your route in advance and know the vehicles dimensions and limitations. Refueling (Gasoline and Propane) Refueling of gasoline and propane releases highly flammable fumes. It is therefore mandatory to turn off any spark emitting appliances (engine, refrigerator, water heater, furnace, etc.) before fueling. Turn off the engine and the battery disconnect switch by the entry door. Typical view Side winds SLOW DOWN! ...
Driving at night If you are driving at night, be aware that in many rural areas (especially in the open areas of the western states) wildlife and in some areas livestock can be encountered on the roads. Adjust your speed accordingly. Seat belts All passengers in the motor home have to be buckled up. Children ‐ typically up to 6 years or 60 pounds – need to be in a child seat (check with state laws). DO NOT cook, shower, use bathroom, walk around or lie on any bed in the motor ...
Maneuvering The rear of the motor home swings out wide and clips corners when you make turns. Allow for extra room when making turns and parking. When maneuvering on a campground, parking lot and especially while backing up, ALWAYS get help from a passenger ...
Hot surfaces Exhaust ports of furnace, water heater and generator are extremely hot when in use. Do not touch to prevent burns! Slippery when wet Entry steps and floors can be slippery when wet. Watch your step! Showers are very slippery when wet and not for use while vehicle is in motion. Risk of falling The cab‐over bunk bed is up high and one could fall out of bed. Do NOT let small children sleep in the cab‐over bunk by themselves Watch your step when exiting the vehicle. If the entry step is retracted you could fall and get hurt. If the motor home is equipped with an electric step, wait until the step is fully extended before you step outside Rooftops are dangerous. Renters may not access the roof area! Traffic Rules There are some unique traffic rules in North America, not commonly encountered elsewhere. Traffic signs are often spelled out. Emergency vehicles If an emergency vehicle is approaching from either direction with its warning lights and siren on, you are required to pull over to the right side of the road and ...
School bus If you encounter a stopped school bus with its red lights blinking you are required to stop fully until the lights are turned off. You have to stop from either direction if there is no raised center divider between the traffic lanes. ...
Motor Home Safety Equipment Propane system Propane is very flammable, heavier than air and smells like rotten eggs. It is used for heating, cooking and refrigeration in a motor home. For your safety, a propane leak detecting device is installed in each motor home somewhere near the kitchen ‐ just above the floor. A green blinking light shows proper function. An amber (orange) blinking light indicates an error with the detector and you should have it checked before you stop for the night! A red blinking light and loud high pitch beep indicates dangerous propane levels and you should proceed immediately with the following steps: ...
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Reset the alarm by pushing the mute/test button Open a few more windows and force fresh air thru the motor home A regular low pitch beep about every 30 – 90 seconds indicates low battery voltage. For further information consult the Troubleshooting Guide on page 37. Smoke / Fire Every motor home is equipped with a fire extinguisher near the entry door. It also has a smoke alarm mounted to the ceiling, usually in the kitchen area. The alarm sounds off a very shrill beep if it detects smoke – indicating a potential fire. Sometimes, cooking certain foods will also make the alarm to sound off – please make sure you only cook with an open window and the range hood fan running. If the alarm sounds, proceed with the following steps immediately: 1. Turn off any propane appliance like the cook top and furnace 2.
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Setting up and breaking down camp To help you think of all the steps to set up and break down your stay on the campground, we offer you following checklist. When you arrive at the camp site 1. Have a passenger guide you into the camp site to prevent hitting an obstacle and damage the vehicle (see pages 5 & 6) 2. Park the motor home on a level surface. Otherwise use the levelers to level the vehicle from front to back (see pages 19 & 26) 3. Apply the parking brake before shifting into park (see page 13) 4. Before extending the slide‐out and/or raising the TV antenna, make sure there is enough clearance (see pages 22 & 26) ...
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Campgrounds There are different kinds of campsites: Full hook‐up sites – offer electricity, water and sewage Partial hook‐up – offer electricity and water or one or the other Dry camping – does not offer electricity nor water Campgrounds usually have a central dump station There are many different places to camp over night: ‐ National Parks ‐ State Parks ‐ US National Forest Campgrounds ‐ KOA Campgrounds ‐ Private Campgrounds ‐ in the parking lot of a Wal‐Mart Store, etc. For safety reasons, ROAD BEAR RV does not recommend “street‐side” camping, which is illegal in many states! National Parks, State Parks and the US Forest campgrounds usually offer the most beautiful and spacious campsites. There is often a wooden table and a fire ring at each site. They also offer hiking trails. National Parks For National Parks we recommend purchasing the annual National Park Pass (approx. US$ 80). This annual pass provides free admission to any National Park, since most parks charge US$20 per entry. Reservations: 1‐877‐444‐6777 or www.recreation.gov Sites: some campgrounds offer hook‐up sites, usually a water/dump station and coin showers ...
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Operating Instructions Automotive Equipment FORD cabin (chassis) Light control & dimmer for instrument panel (dashboard) Reading lamps → rotate knob fully counter‐ clockwise or turn wheel all the way up For high beam push the turn signal lever forward Gearshift (depress brake pedal to shift out of park and pull gear lever towards you and down to engage transmission). Use D for regular and uphill driving. Never start in 2 or 3 gear from a stop – transmission will not shift automatically! For steep declines shift down to 3 gear and in extreme cases shift down to 2 gear, but only at speeds below 25 mph. A simple rule of thumb: if you have to use the brakes a lot, shift down! ...
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Cruise Control (operates above 35mph only) ‐ To activate the cruise control, tap the ON button ‐ To set a desired speed press the SET/ACCEL button and take the right foot off the accelerator pedal ‐ To increase the speed, hold the ACCEL button until the desired speed is reached ‐ To reduce the speed, hold the COAST button until the desired speed is reached ‐ To get back to the last set speed after stepping on the brake, tap the RES button ‐ To turn off the cruise control, tap the OFF button The cruise control disengages when the brakes are applied, but remains activated CHEVROLET cabin (chassis) Light control: rotate knob to desired position. Chevrolet vehicles are equipped with Daytime Running Lights. ...
Tow/Haul—default “off”. Tow/Haul on → use this position to descent moderate grades for safety and for towing only For further information please consult the Troubleshooting Guide on page 42. Parking brake As a good practice for any automatic transmission ‐ always use the parking brake when parking the vehicle. Apply the parking brake (1) before shifting the transmission into ‘Park’. To release the parking brake, pull the marked handle (2). Emergency start / Battery boost In case the engine battery is low and does not allow the engine to start, press and hold the emergency start button/battery boost switch while starting the engine. Release the switch/button once the engine is running, ...
Motor Home Equipment Introduction We provide this manual as a guide and it describes the operation of the motor home equipment in general. Due to differences between similar equipment and changes from year to year, we cannot precisely describe every motor home individually, but the systems and operation are very similar if not the same. Please read the following information thoroughly. It will help you to avoid many problems. Keys and doors There is only one set of keys for the motor home. Splitting up keys may prevent you from locking yourself out of the vehicle – one person keeps the ignition key and someone else keeps ...
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running of engine) for at least 8 hours. Battery life varies widely depending on multiple factors. Battery disconnect switch All motor homes have a battery disconnect switch which is located by the entry door. Leave the switch on to assure overall function of the appliances. If the switch is off – nothing in the motor home will work and the auxiliary batteries will not get charged when connected to campground electricity/generator. The only time it has to be turned off is during refueling. (See page 4) For further information please consult the Troubleshooting Guide on page 42. 120 Volt Alternating Current (on‐board generator or external power source) Some larger appliances, like the air conditioner, the microwave/convection oven, some TV/DVDs and all regular wall outlets require 120VAC. If you connect the big black power cable to the campground or have the generator running, you are able to use these ...
If a 120VAC circuit gets overloaded, the circuit breaker will disrupt the electricity. A shows a circuit breaker in the ON position B shows a circuit breaker having tripped – interrupted the electricity due to overload C shows a circuit breaker is OFF To reset a tripped (B) circuit breaker, it has to be turned OFF (C) first, and then it can be turned back ON (A). Trying to turn the circuit breaker back ON directly will not work and keeps the electricity interrupted. Typical view For further information please consult the Troubleshooting Guide on page 42. Monitor panel The monitor panel provides you with an overview of the various systems: ‐ Fresh water tank level ‐ Gray water tank level ‐ Holding/Black water tank level ...
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Generator Most motor homes have an on‐board generator. It’s used to provide 120VAC power if you do not have campground power. It is located in an outside compartment. The generator runs on gasoline from the vehicle fuel tank. The fuel tank must be at least ¼ full in order for the generator to operate. The motor oil level of the generator has to be inspected every eight (8) hours of operation to prevent any damage! Before starting the generator ensure that all electrical appliances (especially the roof A/C) are turned off. Attempting to start the generator when the roof A/C is “ON” may overload the generator and cause the circuit breaker at the generator or in the power center to trip. To use 120VAC power from the generator, make sure the power cord is plugged into its outlet, located in the ...
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Roof air conditioner (A/C) The roof air conditioner only works with 120VAC electricity from the campground or if the generator is running. Make sure the air conditioner is turned off before changing the power source (connecting/disconnecting at camp site or turning on/off generator) Set the system switch to COOL. Set the additional fan switch to AUTO (fan operates cyclically – recommended) or ON (fan operates continuously). Set the thermostat switch to the desired temperature. Note: The inside temperature is shown on display, if equipped. ...
Microwave Most motor homes have a built‐in 120VAC microwave as found in any household kitchen. Never use the microwave while the vehicle is in motion! Follow the functions you see as a menu on the display or just simply enter the desired time and press start. For further information please consult the Troubleshooting Guide on page 42. Half‐time/Convection/Microwave oven Certain motor homes have a 120VAC half‐time/convection/microwave oven instead of a propane oven. NEVER use the metal tray if used as a microwave, but ALWAYS use in any other mode. Before use, select the type of operation (half‐time, convection or microwave). Never use the half‐time/convection/microwave oven while the vehicle is in motion! Refrigerator / Freezer Important: Make sure that the motor home is parked on level ground (front to back) to ensure proper function of the refrigerator. ...
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DOMETIC® – Refrigerator To turn the refrigerator on, push in the ON button. Push in the mode button to “AUTO” operation. The “AUTO” light (A) will be lit. In “AUTO” operation the refrigerator runs on propane and switches automatically to 120VAC when available. In case the check light (B) is on, turn off the refrigerator, verify you have enough propane and the tank main valve is open. Wait about 45 seconds and then turn it back on. The Climate Control switch, located on the inside top door frame (freezer section), must be OFF at all times. To improve cooling, move the temperature ...
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Oven (Propane) While using the stove top or oven, turn on the hood exhaust fan above the stove and open a window for fresh air and to prevent the smoke alarm from going off just because you cook. Push in, turn and HOLD the oven knob to PILOT. While holding the knob in, use the lighter or a match to light the pilot flame. Hold the lighter or match to the pilot (located next to the burner under the bottom rack of the oven) until the pilot flame lights up. Adjust the oven control knob to the desired temperature. Note: Be patient lighting the pilot flame as it may take some time. ...
Water heater The water heater operates primarily and most efficiently on propane. Some models include an optional electrical mode which exclusively works with 120VAC electrical hook‐up. We recommend operating the water heater on propane exclusively, since using the electric water heater in conjunction with other appliances ...
Do not forget the crank down the TV antenna before you drive off! Cable TV at campground: Hook up the optional external coax‐ cable to the TV cable hookup located usually in the power cable box on the outside of motor home. Note: an optional coax‐cable is not provided by ROAD BEAR RV. Make sure the antenna amplifier (as described above) is turned “OFF”. If left “ON” it will interfere with the cable TV signal. Most TV’s need to be set to cable reception and the channels set anew. ...
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Most tanks will overflow to the ground when full. There may be valves either outside or inside the vehicle which need to be opened accordingly. The monitor panel shows the fresh water level in the tank. For models without separate water fill: Connect fresh water supply to city water connection (A) Turn the valves to the appropriate positions When the fresh water tank is full, water will overflow to the ground Turn the valves to system use/normal If you are staying at a campground with city water hook‐up, there is no need for use of the water pump. The water pressure at some campgrounds can be higher than normal. It should not exceed 45 PSI – check with the campground host. To prevent any leaks in the motor home, close the water faucet at the camp site about ½‐way to reduce the water pressure. For further information please consult the Troubleshooting Guide on page 42. Shower Before taking a shower, make sure you have plenty of fresh water and the grey water tank is not full. With full hook‐up, make sure the city water at the campsite is on and the drain valve of the grey water tank is open. The showerhead has a water saving feature with an on/off valve built into the shower head to reduce the water consumption during dry camping. For further information please consult the Troubleshooting Guide on page 42. Toilet ...
It is important after using the toilet the first time on an empty holding tank (either after you picked up the motor home or after dumping the waste water) to make sure to flush down some toilet chemical. Special waste water chemicals can be purchased at many campgrounds, camping supply stores or at Wal‐Mart. Waste water The motor home has two separate waste water or holding tanks: ‐ “Grey water” – kitchen and bathroom sinks as well as shower ‐ “Black water” – toilet and sometimes bathroom sink. Black water needs some treatment to prevent foul odors and to dissolve solids. ...
Most campgrounds have a dump station. There are also dump stations at some rest areas and gas stations, just look out for the this road sign. If the monitor panel shows the tanks not to be empty after dumping, fill about 2 buckets of fresh water down the toilet or kitchen sink drain with some toilet chemical. While driving, the water will slosh around in the tank and clean off the sensors. Slide‐out room The slide‐out room (if equipped) is a great feature that allows you to greatly expand your living space while parked. ...
Patio Awning Before rolling out the patio awning, ensure there is enough space to fully extend the awning and it does not interfere with tree branches, etc. NEVER roll out the awning in rainy weather or windy conditions! NEVER leave the awning unattended! To enjoy the shade a patio awning can provide, follow these steps: 1. Release the black pinch clips or move the grey latch sideways. Also loosen the black tightening wheel 2. Pull the release lever at the roller tube to the ‘roll down’ position, using the pull rod 3. Pull on the pull strap using the pull rod. Do not release the awning pull strap. The awning is under tension and could snap back against the vehicle! 4. Once the patio awning is rolled out all the way, move the rafter arm all the way up to the roller tube, stretch the fabric and tighten the black knob. If you cannot reach the knob, use ...
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5. To raise the patio awning up, fold out the handle on the awning arm and pull up to the desired height. Ensure the latching mechanism is properly engaged before letting go Do NOT release the awning arms from the wall brackets at any time! ...
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Returning the motor home at the end of your trip 1. Return the motor home between 8:00 and 11:00 a.m. No later than 10:30 a.m. for the transfer to the airport, airport hotels or designated areas (for a fee). Should the motor home have some damage, please return before 10:00 a.m. 2. At the last campground or overnight stop, before returning to ROAD BEAR RV: Dispose of any left‐over food and trash b. Pack your personal belongings and luggage Clean the inside and sweep out the motor home (shower, toilet, sinks, refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, dishes, pots, pans, and coffeemaker must be wiped clean) d. Drain the holding and grey water tanks. They must be empty! 3. Fuel and propane tanks need to be full (verify the tank indicators!) 4. At ROAD BEAR RV: Please unload all linens and camping chairs to their proper return areas b. Unlock all exterior compartment doors please Check all storage areas and cabinets, remove all personal items. Items left behind will be discarded after 14 days ...
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Vehicular Collision – Accident In case of a vehicular collision (accident), proceed as follows: 1. Make sure everybody is safe – administer first aid Call the local police – in case of an emergency dial 911 (ambulance, police or fire department) – and have an officer take a report. Request the officer’s name, ID‐, case number and the phone number of the officer. If the police refuse to come, ...
Breakdown Should the vehicle break down and not be drivable anymore, call our toll‐free emergency number on page 3. Please have the following information available: a) miles, b) problem description, c) number of passengers and d) the exact street address. Unauthorized towing will not be reimbursed. Maintenance During ...
Vehicle specifications Class A Class C Class C Class C Model 30‐32 ft 29‐31 ft 26‐28 ft 23‐25 ft Gross Vehicle Weight 18,000 lbs / 8154 kg 14,500 lbs / 6569 kg 14,500 lbs / 6569 kg 12,300 lbs / 5572 kg Gasoline grade (minimum) Minimum: Unleaded 89 octane (medium grade or better) Motor & generator oil Noted on filler cap (if not available: 5W‐30) Coolant / Anti‐freeze Ford: Yellowish / Chevrolet: Red – Dex‐cool Tire pressure See information near driver seat / on door jamb Automatic transmission 5 gears 5 gears 5 gears 4 or 5 gears Horse Power (SAE Net) / PS 362 / 367 305 / 309 305 / 309 305 or 323 / 309 or 327 Torque ft‐lb(SAE Net) / Nm 457 / 619 420 / 569 420 / 569 440 / 594 Fuel tank gallon / liter 75 / 284 ...
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RENTAL LOCATION ADDRESS LISTINGS Motor home return time is between 8:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. The shuttle departs at 11:00 a.m. to the airport or airport hotels. There are no shuttle transfers after 11:00 a.m. Business Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM (longer during summer) Sundays & Holidays closed LAX (Los Angeles) SFO (San Francisco) 28404 Roadside Drive 847 Industrial Parkway West (Entrance on Huntwood Avenue) Agoura Hills, CA 91301 Hayward, CA 94544 Tel: 1‐818‐865‐2925 Tel: 1‐510‐247‐1119 Toll free: 1‐866‐527‐6876 Toll free: 1‐866‐249‐1119 Fax: 1‐818‐991‐2744 Sales tax: 9.75%* E‐mail: info@roadbearrv.com ...
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Location Maps Los Angeles, Agoura Hills, CA (LAX) Page 37 ...
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San Francisco, Hayward, CA (SFO) Page 38 ...
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Las Vegas, Las Vegas, NV (LAS) Page 39 ...
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Denver, Commerce City, CO (DEN) Page 40 ...
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New York, Middletown, NJ (NYC) Page 41 ...
Troubleshooting Guide Electrical System Problem Cause Solution ELECTRICAL 120VAC POWER – see pages 17, 18 & 19 No electrical power in motor home No power source Check breaker on campground or generator Power cable unplugged Plug in cable into junction box for generator or to campground Circuit breaker may be off or tripped Reset breaker(s) Bad power cord adapter Replace adapter AIR CONDITIONER – see pages 20, 17, 18 & 19 A/C does not run No power source Make sure you have power from the campground or generator Circuit breakers may be off or Reset ...
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Electrical system (continued) Problem Cause Solution MICROWAVE OVEN – see pages 21, 17, 18 & 19 Microwave oven will not operate No power to microwave oven Check power supply and circuit breakers Door not properly closed Close door properly ELECTRICAL 12VDC POWER – see pages 16, 17 & 18 No power at all Battery disconnect switch off Turn battery disconnect on Reading low on the monitor panel Auxiliary batteries voltage is low Recharge the auxiliary batteries by starting engine or hooking up at campground LIGHTS – see pages 16, 17 & 18 Lights don’t turn on Switch at wall or on lamp off Turn switch on No 12VDC power Turn battery disconnect on Lights dim or half bright ...
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Plumbing System Problem Cause Solution FRESH WATER SYSTEM – see pages 25, 26, 27 & 18 Fresh water tank will not fill Tank is already full Check the monitor panel No water supply Check water faucet at campground Not filling water Make sure valves are in correct position – if applicable Fresh water dripping under vehicle Tank overflowing Turn off water supply or set valves to or pushing back out the fill hole normal/system use Drain valves open Close drain valves WATER PUMP – see pages 25, 16, 17 & 18 Pump fails to start when switch is on Fuse may have blown at power Replace fuse in power center center ...
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Propane System Problem Cause Solution LP GAS / PROPANE GAS SYSTEM – see page 9 Foul egg smell in and/or around Possible propane leak in system ‐ Extinguish any open flames, pilot motor home lights and all smoking materials ‐ Do not touch electrical switches ‐ Shut off the gas supply at the tank valve ‐ Open doors and other ventilating openings ‐ Leave the area until odor clears ‐ Have the gas system checked and leak corrected before using again ...
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Propane System (continued) Problem Cause Solution OVEN (Propane) – see page 23 Turned knob but oven won’t light Pilot light must be lit manually Turn oven knob to “Pilot” and keep pushed in, then use match or lighter to light pilot light AUTOMOTIVE Problem Cause Solution GEAR SHIFTER – see pages 13 or 14 Cannot put shifter into gear Ignition off Start engine Brake‐shift interlock feature on Press brake pedal with right foot Cannot take out ignition key Gear not in Park position Put in Park position Key not in OFF position Turn key to OFF position BRAKES / ABS Brake warning light on Parking brake may be on Release parking brake Brake fluid may be low Verify ...
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Index Introduction 3 Technical Hotline 3 Emergency Phone Number 3 Safety Information 4 Refueling 4 Side Winds 4 Steep Grades 4 Following Distance 4 Driving at night 5 Seat belts 5 Overhead obstacles 5 Driveway entrances and rough road surface 5 Maneuvering 6 Tunnels and narrow roads 6 Mobile phone use while driving 6 Loose items 6 Break‐in and theft 6 Emergency exits 6 Hot surfaces 7 Slippery when wet 7 ...
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Gearshift 14 Cruise Control 14 Tow / Haul 15 Parking brake 15 Emergency start / Battery boost 15 Motor Home Equipment 16 Introduction 16 Keys and doors 16 Electrical System 16 12 Volt DC (auxiliary batteries) 16 Battery disconnect switch 17 120 Volt AC (on‐board generator or external power source) 17 Ground Fault Interrupter 17 Fuses and circuit breakers 17 Monitor panel 18 Generator 19 Roof air conditioner (A/C) 20 Furnace / Heater 20 Microwave 21 Half‐time/Convection/Microwave oven 21 Refrigerator / Freezer ...
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Vehicle specifications 35 Rental location address listing 36 Los Angeles 37 San Francisco 38 Las Vegas 39 Denver 40 New York 41 Troubleshooting guide 42 Electrical 42 Plumbing System 44 Propane System 45 Automotive 46 Index 47 PLEASE LEAVE THIS RENTER’S MANUAL IN THE MOTOR HOME Page 49 ...