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FOUR WINDS INTERNATIONAL Dutchmen Express Owner's Manual

FOUR WINDS INTERNATIONAL Dutchmen Express Owner's Manual (146 pages)

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Brand: FOUR WINDS INTERNATIONAL | Category: Motorhomes | Size: 3 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
2
Four Winds International Limited Warranty

8
General Information

16
- Introduction
  16
- Disclaimer
  17
- Manufacturer's Warranties
  18
Identification & Safety

20
- Reporting Safety Defects
  20
- Symbols
  20
- Laws of the Road
  21
- Recreation Vehicle Serial Number Decal & Data Plates
  21
- Safety Regulations for Propane Gas Systems & Appliances
  22
- Fire Safety
  23
- Fire Extinguisher
  24
- Carbon Monoxide & Smoke Detector
  25
  - Programming the Alarm
    25
  - Testing Procedure
    26
  - Carbon Monoxide Safety Precautions
    27
- Propane Gas Detector
  28
- Chemical Sensitivity
  32
  - Formaldehyde
    32
  - Ventilation
    32
- Seat Belts
  33
  - Seat Belt Operation
    33
  - Maintenance
    33
  - Child Restraints
    34
  - Booster Seats
    34
- Egress Window
  35
Chassis Operations & Procedures

36
- Brakes
  36
- Tires
  37
  - Finding the Recommended Tire Pressure & Load Limits
    37
  - Understanding Tire Pressure & Load Limits
    37
  - Checking Tire Pressure
    38
  - Tire Size
    38
  - Tire Tread
    39
  - Tire Balance & Wheel Alignment
    39
  - Tire Rotation
    40
  - Tire Repair/Replacement
    41
  - Wheel Nut Torque
    41
  - Tire Fundamentals
    42
  - U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number
    42
- Recreation Vehicle Load Limits
  42
  - Weight Terms
    43
  - Weight Label (Example)
    43
  - Cargo Capacities
    44
  - How Overloading Affects the Recreation Vehicle & Tires
    44
  - Tire Safety Tips
    45
  - Determining Correct Load Limit
    45
- Spare Tire
  46
  - Spare Tire Hoist
    46
  - Spare Tire Flip down Style Carrier
    47
- Trailer Towing
  48
- Towing Procedures
  49
- Emergency Stopping
  50
- Engine & Drive Train
  50
  - Engine Cooling System
    50
  - Engine Access
    51
- Fueling the Recreation Vehicle
  51
  - Ford Fuel Pump Collision Shut-Off Switch
    51
- Travel Preparation
  52
  - Chassis Checks
    52
  - Exterior Checks
    52
  - Undercarriage Checks
    52
  - Operational Checks
    52
  - Pre-Trip Checklist
    53
  - First Short Trips
    53
- Dash Controls
  54
  - Mirror Control Button
    54
  - Mirror Heat
    54
  - ACC (Accessory) Switch
    54
  - Driving Lights
    54
  - Emergency Start (Optional)
    54
  - Generator Remote Start (Optional)
    55
  - Fans (Optional)
    55
Interior Controls & Operations

54
- Dash Radio
  55
- Rear Vision System
  56
- Automatic Hydraulic Power Levelers
  57
- Slideouts
  62
- Doors, Drawers & Storage Compartments
  67
  - Bed Storage (some Models)
    67
- Windows
  67
- Furniture
  68
  - Easy Bed Sofa with Drawer
    68
  - Magic Bed Sofa
    69
  - Hide-A-Bed Sofa
    69
  - Barrel Chair
    70
  - Euro Recline with Ottoman
    70
  - Dinette
    70
  - Lounge Table
    70
  - Pilot & Co-Pilot Seats
    71
- Entry Door
  72
- Entry Step
  72
  - Power Entry Step
    73
Exterior Controls & Operations

72
- Rear Ladder/Roof Access
  74
- Storage Compartments
  74
- Awnings
  75
  - Slideout Awning
    75
  - Manual Patio Awning
    75
  - Automatic Patio Awning
    76
- Garage Area (Fun Mover)
  77
  - Liftgate
    78
  - Fold-Down Ramp
    78
  - Core-Trax™ Tie-Down System
    79
- Dash Panel Heater/Air Conditioner
  80
  - Control Panel
    80
  - Operating Features
    81
  - Air Distribution - Mode Control
    81
  - Warranty/Service
    82
Heating & Air Conditioning

80
- Roof Mounted Air Conditioner
  82
  - Performance Characteristics
    82
  - Return Air Filters
    83
- Furnace
  83
- Ceiling Vents
  84
  - Exhaust Vent
    84
  - Attic Fan
    85
- Thermostats
  84
Electrical Systems

86
- Shore Cord
  87
  - 30 Amp Shore Power
    87
- Batteries
  88
- Power Converter
  93
- Power Inverter (Optional)
  94
- Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter
  95
- 12 Volt System Fuses
  96
  - Interior
    96
  - Automotive
    96
- Circuit Breakers
  96
- Chassis Alternator
  97
- Generator
  98
- Fresh Water System
  100
  - External Hook-Up
    100
  - Fresh Water Tank with Gravity Fill
    101
  - Fresh Water Tank Without Gravity Fill
    101
  - Water Pump
    102
  - Sanitizing the Fresh Water System
    103
- Water Systems
  100
- Monitor Panel
  104
  - Troubleshooting
    104
  - Inaccurate Holding Tank Level Readings
    105
  - Oversensitive Readings
    105
  - Undersensitive Readings
    106
  - Technical Support
    106
- Waste Water System
  106
  - Holding Tanks
    107
  - Emptying the Holding Tanks
    108
  - Toilet
    109
- Water System Winterization
  110
  - Class A, Kodiak & 750 Fun Mover Water System Winterization
    110
  - Class C Water System Winterization
    111
- Water System Maintenance & Troubleshooting
  111
- Propane Gas Systems
  
  114
  - Propane Gas Tank
    114
  - Propane Gas Regulator
    116
    
    Regulator Freeze-Up
    117
  - Propane Gas Hoses, Pipes Tubes & Fittings
    118
  - Propane Gas Detector
    119
    
    Maintenance
    119
    
    How to Test
    120
    
    Checking the Propane Gas System for Leaks
    120
    
    About the Propane Gas Detector
    121
    
    Most Common Causes of Apparent Malfunction
    121
  - Propane Gas Safety Precautions
    122
- Care & Maintenance
  
  124
  - Fiberglass Siding
    124
  - Exterior Paint (Optional)
    125
    
    Pressure Washing
    125
    
    Precautionary Measures
    125
  - Frame
    126
  - Seals and Adhesives
    126
  - Extrusions & Aluminum Surfaces
    127
  - Roof
    127
  - Tires & Rims
    127
  - Propane Gas System
    128
  - Windows & Doors
    128
  - Drainage System
    129
  - Tv Antenna
    129
  - Exterior Lights
    130
    
    Headlamp Condensation
    130
    
    Headlamp Maintenance
    130
    
    Headlamp Bulb Replacement
    131
  - Sinks & Countertops
    131
  - Appliances
    132
    
    Propane Gas Appliances & Equipment
    132
  - Pre-Finished Panels & Wood Surfaces
    132
  - Water System
    132
  - Abs Plastic
    133
  - Electrical System
    133
  - Roof Vents
    133
  - Winter Precautions
    133
    
    Water System
    133
    
    Food Storage
    134
    
    Propane Gas System
    134
    
    Heating
    134
    
    Condensation
    134
  - Storage Preparation
    135
  - Mold
    136
    
    What Factors Contribute to Mold Growth
    136
    
    How Can Mold Growth be Inhibited
    136
    
    Effects of Prolonged Occupancy
    137
    
    Tips to Controlling Condensation
    137
    
    Avoid Drastic Thermostat Setbacks
    138
    
    Carpet Care & Moisture Management
    138
    
    Exterior Care of the Recreation Vehicle
    138
    
    Storage of the Recreation Vehicle
    139
  - Periodic Maintenance Chart
    140

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