Warm Weather Operation; Cold Weather Operation - Fleetwood Tioga 1988 Owner's Manual

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Be aware of exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)
poisoning . symptoms:
Inability to think coherently
Dizziness
Vomiting
.. Intense headache
Muscular twitching
Weakness and sleepiness
Throbbing in temples
If symptoms indicate the possibility of 'carbon
monoxide poisoning, turn off the generator im-
mediately, get out into fresh air at once, and
sUmmon lTiadical assistance.
WARNING: DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUM-
STANCES OPERATE THE GENERATOR WHILE
SLEEPING. YOU WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO
. MONITOR OUTSIDE CONDITIONS TO ASSURE
THAT GENERATOR EXHAUST DOES NOT ENTER
THE INTERIOR, AND YOU WOULD NOT BE
ALERT TO EXHAUST ODORS OR SYMPTOMS
OF CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING.
.. Check the generator eXllaust systam after every
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· 8 hours of operation and whenever the system
may have been damaged, and repair any leaks
or obstructions before further operation.
WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE THE GENERATOR
WHEN PARKED IN OR NEAR HIGH GRASS OR
BRUSH. EXHAUST HEAT MAY CAUSE A FIRE.
Do not modify the generator installation or ex-
· haust system in any way without first con-
· suiting both the generator and RV
manufacturers.
Disconnect the generator starting battery before
performing any maintenance on the generator.
Allow the generator to cool sufficiently before
performing any maintenance on the generator.
Do not use the generator as an emergency
power source to a general residential or in-
dustrial utility line.
Warm Weather Operation
When operating the generator system in
temperatures above 75 degrees F:
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Keep cooling fins clean and free of obstructions .
Be sure air flow to and from the generator set
is unobstructed .•
Use proper grade and weight oil. See generator
operating manual.
Check oil level each 8 hours of operation •
Use lead-free. regular grade gasoline. See
operating manual.
Keep the generator and compartment clean and
uncluttered.
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Be sure ignition timing is properly adjusted. See
operating manual.
Cold Weather Operation
. When operating the. generator system in
temperatures below 30 degrees F:
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Use proper grade and weight oil for cold
temperature operation. See generator operating
manual. .
Use intake air preheater (If equipped) in
temperatures below 40 degrees F. See
operating manual.
Change oil only when the engine is warm, and
after the exhaust system has cooled.
Keep the fuel system clean. Check fuel filters.
Be sure fuel is fresh and water free .
Be sure batteries used in the system are fully
charged at all times.
Preparation For Storage
If the motor home will be stored for more than 30
days, the following' procedures will help prevent
generator engine or electrical component damage dur-
ing the storage period. Also see "Preparation For long
Term Storage" section of this manual.
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Run the generator until it reaches normal
operating temperature.
Turn off fuel supply and run engine until it stops.
Disconnect battery cable or otherwise disable
starting circuit.
Drain oil from warm engine.
Refill engine crankcase with fresh oil and
change oil filter. Use a grade and weight ap-
propriate for your next operating season
temperature range. See generator operating
manual. Attach reminder tag with weight and
grade.
Remove spark plug(s). Place corrosion inhibitor
oil in cylinder(s). Rotate crankcase a few times.
Reinstall spark plug(s).
Service air cleaner as outlined in operating
manual.
Clean governor linkage and cover with clean
cloth.
Plug exhaust outlet •
Wipe off entire unit. Coat rustable parts with
light oil or grease.
Remove batteries. See "Preparation For Long
Term Storage".