Attaching Accessories To Your Motor Home; Plastic/Fiberglass/Tile Shower Stall; Floors And Carpeting; Tile Floor (If Equipped) - Fleetwood 2011 American Eagle Owner's Manual

Attaching Accessories to
Your Motor Home
The sidewalls of your motor home are built with
a polymer panel.
Structural members are located specifically to
mount and attach factory-installed components
and accessories, and may not be located to
accommodate after-market accessories not
specifically designed for use on or in your
motor home.
Exterior: Please consult with your dealer before
attempting to install or mount accessories on the
sidewalls or roof of your motor home. Holes
drilled in the sidewall may cause damage,
and may affect portions of your warranty.
Interior: If you want to attach items to the inte-
rior walls, YOU MUST USE RIVETS. The
rivets can be installed with a hand-operated tool
such as the Arrow E-Z Pull Model RH200. This
and similar tools are available in most hardware
stores and home improvement centers
When you install a component, carefully mark
the hole location and drill a 3/16" hole where
the rivet is to be located.
If you need rivets, contact your Fleetwood RV
Dealer.
CAUTION
Do not use any type of screw to attach items to the
interior or exterior walls of your motor home. If you
want to attach items to the walls, you must use
expanding head type rivets. Rivet quality, length, and
grip range, will vary depending on item to be attached.

Plastic/Fiberglass/Tile Shower Stall

Some cleaners attack the plastic, fiberglass or
tile causing it to discolor and become brittle.
The following cleaners have been tested and
approved when mixed with water:
• Distilled vinegar
• Mild dishwasher detergent
• Liquid deodorizing cleaner.
Avoid cleaners that contain any amount of abra-
sives, acetone, ammonia or MEK (methyl ethyl
ketone).

Floors and Carpeting

Vinyl flooring requires only washing and periodic
waxing. Vacuum carpeting regularly, and clean it
with a quality carpet cleaner. Do not use water or
waxes mixed with water on the wood floor.
Tile Floor
(If Equipped)
To clean tile areas, use a clean sponge/mop with
a mild detergent in hot water. Avoid abrasive
cleansers.

Engine Access

The top of the engine may be accessed from
inside the motor home for service by lifting or
removing the engine cover. Look for the latches
or screws that are used in securing the engine
access cover. The engine access cover cannot
be removed without disengaging the latches or
screws.
!
WARNING
The interior engine cover is heavy. Use care when
opening or closing the cover to avoid damage or
injury to personnel from lifting.
!
WARNING
When installing the engine cover, be sure the cover is
fully seated on the gasket seal and secured by the
clamps. Do not allow insulation, carpeting, or other
material to interrupt the seal between the cover and
the engine compartment. If the engine cover is not
installed correctly, engine exhaust gases could leak
into the passenger compartment creating a safety
hazard. If the engine must be run with the engine
cover off for maintenance purposes, be sure the vehi-
cle interior is adequately ventilated.
Maintenance
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