power to the entire electrical system, just as if your unit were plugged into a 110-Volt power source.
If your motorhome is not equipped with the generator and you wish to install it at a later date, have an
authorized dealer install this equipment.
NOTE: If your unit is equipped with a generator, it is essential that you run your generator at least ½
hour a month under load (microwave, AC, coffee maker, etc.) to keep the generator fuel from damaging
the carburetor, the oil to be circulated through the cylinder and the electrical components from build up
of corrosion.
NOTE: If your vehicle is going to be in storage for a period of time, it is recommended that a fuel
stabilizer be added to your fuel tank and run into your generator.
NOTE: For your safety and protection, all generator or generator-ready units are equipped with an
automatic transfer switch that will allow your coach to receive power from either shore power or your
generator

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MOTORHOME INTERIOR
Interior Cockpit Map Light
*Note: This is the Dodge map light system, refer to the vehicle manual for operation.
*Note: The cockpit map lights operate off the chassis/engine starting battery.
Appliances
COOK TOP:
The vehicle is equipped with a two-burner flush mount cook top located in the kitchen counter top.
1) Lift the glass cover.
2) Turn the selected burner knob to the ignite (flame) position. This allows propane to flow to the
selected burner.
3) Depress the middle ignition spark knob until the burner ignites.
4) Turn the burner knob to adjust the flame to the appropriate heat setting.
5) When you have finished using the cook top, turn the burner knob to the off position allow the
burner to cool before closing the cook top cover.
Please consult the stovetop owner’s manual for complete operating and cleaning instructions.

FURNACE:
Your vehicle is equipped with a 16,000 BTU Atwood LP gas Auto Ignition Furnace. The furnace is located
near the floor below the fridge. The thermostat control is located above the interior TV.
1) Ensure that there is propane supplied to the coach.
2) Ensure there is 12V power to the coach.
3) Turn the thermostat to the on position and set the thermostat to the desired temperature.
4) The Furnace will auto ignite and cycle through fan and heating. The furnace will cycle keeping
the desired temperature.
Note: When the furnace is not in use, turn the thermostat switch to the off position.

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REFRIGERATOR:
Your vehicle is equipped with a Dometic three way fridge/freezer (LP gas , AC & DC).
1) To turn the fridge on, use the mode dial to select your power source (AC, Gas, DC ). Then select your
desired level of coolness (this may vary slightly with each fridge and weather condition).
2) DC or 12 volt is used for the fridge should only be used while the vehicle is in motion of for short
stops less than 3 hours.
3) The propane is a manual light, please follow the Dometic instructions. You can find the instructions on
the inside of the fridge door.
4) The fridge is equipped with a travel and storage lock please refer to the Dometic owner manual.
NOTE: For the best cooling results your vehicle should be level and the exterior refrigerator vents free
from obstructions. Please consult your Dometic fridge-operating manual for complete operating and
maintenance instructions.

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WATER HEATER:
Your vehicle is equipped with a Girard on demand Auto Ignition Water Heater. The water heater is
located under the fridge. You can access the heater through the outside vent cover.
For normal or summer operation, ensure the switch in the outside water heater compartment is in
the on position. This water heater does not have bypass valves and is operated by the
temperature control located on the kitchen lower face frame. Please refer to the Girard owner
manual for operation

Note: Run RV anti freeze through the water heater to winterize the heater.

NOTE: Your LP gas appliances may not light on the first try. There may be air in the LP gas lines that will
dissipate as the gas pressurizes the lines.

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MICROWAVE/CONVECTION OVEN (PICTURE ABOVE)
Your Micro/Convection oven operates off of 110 volt AC power only. To use your microwave you must
be plugged into shore power or have the generator running.
NOTE: You will not be able to run your microwave /convection oven at the same time as your roof air if
you are running on your generator power.
Please refer to the manufactures operating instructions for maintenance, operation and cooking.

TABLE

1)
2)
3)
4)

Remove the table and table leg from the front closet
Insert the T end of the table pole into the table base
Turn the table pole clock wise until it is tight and lacked into place
Press the table down onto the table pole.

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TV AND DVD
Your motor home is equipped with TV and Blu-ray DVD components, you will find these located in the
entertainment center. These two components are powered by a 110 volt power source (inverter or
shore power)
NOTE: Your DVD is a player only as it will not record. To play a CD or MP3 the TV flat screen must be in
the on position.
24” THEATRE SYSTEM
BASIC OPERATING PROCEDURE
For addition TV, DVD, Antenna, or Inverter for additional information please refer to the appliance
owner manuals.
A) COMPONENTS:
1)
24” Flat Screen Monitor
2)
Blu-Ray DVD player
3)
Inverter for 12 volt operation
4)
Antenna with booster

B) BASIC TV OPERATION:
TV antenna (rotate the TV antenna for best reception) or hook up to park cable.

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12 Volt Operation
1)
Turn the inverter on. The inverter is located in the cabinet directly above the DVD player. The
OFF/ On Switch is located beside the fan on the back of the inverter opposite end as the plug
outlet). Ensure the TV and DVD player are plugged into the inverter and the inverter.
Off/On
Switch

(1)

(1)

(2)

2)
Turn the antenna booster on by pressing the black button just above the inverter on the white
wall plate. (green light indicates booster on).
3)
Turn the TV on and select DTV-TV using the input button on your TV or remote.
4)
Using the menu button select - TV, select -Channels, select - Scan Channel. This will bring in all
local air channels.
5)
For Cable TV connect a cable extension cord from the cable hookup in the component
compartment to the park cable outlet. Turn the booster off on you TV antenna follow step (4) for auto
programing.
6) For DVD operation turn on the DVD player. Using the source button on you TV or TV remote
select HDMI 1. Insert a DVD or Blu-Ray Disc allow the Disc to load and press play.
• To save power while watching TV ensure the DVD player is switched off. Only turn your DVD
player on when in use.
120 volt Operation
(Generator or Shore Power):
Plug the TV and DVD player into the outlet located above the inverter. Switch the inverter off (Switch is
located beside the fan on the back of the inverter opposite end as the plug outlet).. Use the same
programing procedures as the 12 volt operation.
Antenna

The antenna will crank up to a standing height of 19” and a wing span of 46 ½”. Ensure that
there are no obstructions in this rotation area above the motor home. The crank handle is
located on the interior ceiling panel directly below the antenna. The control switch for the
antenna booster is located in the cabinet above the TV.

*Note: When travelling the TV should remain in the locked position with the TV antenna crank down
in the stow position.

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Bed Layout
1) Lay the power sofa into the extend position by pressing the extend button on the panel above the
TV.

2) Remove the bed boards from the front closet.

3) Place the two bed board on the ottoman rails .
4) Place the ottoman backrests in between the seat cushions. To complete the bed make up.

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TIRE SAFETY
Everything Rides On It
Studies of tire safety show that maintaining proper tire pressure, observing tire and vehicle load
limits (not carrying more weight in your vehicle than your tires or vehicle can safely handle),
avoiding road hazards, and inspecting tires for cuts, slashes, and other irregularities are the most
important things you can do to avoid tire failure, such as tread separation or blowout and flat
tires. These actions, along with other care and maintenance activities, can also:


Improve vehicle handling



Help protect you and others from avoidable breakdowns and accidents



Improve fuel economy



Increase the life of your tires.

This booklet presents a comprehensive overview of tire safety, including information on the
following topics:


Basic tire maintenance



Uniform Tire Quality Grading System



Fundamental characteristics of tires



Tire safety tips.

Use this information to make tire safety a regular part of your vehicle maintenance routine.
Recognize that the time you spend is minimal compared with the inconvenience and safety
consequences of a flat tire or other tire failure.

Safety First–Basic Tire Maintenance
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Properly maintained tires improve the steering, stopping, traction, and load-carrying capability of
your vehicle. Underinflated tires and overloaded vehicles are a major cause of tire failure.
Therefore, as mentioned above, to avoid flat tires and other types of tire failure, you should
maintain proper tire pressure, observe tire and vehicle load limits, avoid road hazards, and
regularly inspect your tires.

Finding Your Vehicle's Recommended Tire Pressure and Load
Limits
Tire information placards and vehicle certification labels contain information on tires and load
limits. These labels indicate the vehicle manufacturer's information including:


Recommended tire size



Recommended tire inflation pressure



Vehicle capacity weight (VCW–the maximum occupant and cargo weight a vehicle is
designed to carry)



Front and rear gross axle weight ratings (GAWR– the maximum weight the axle systems
are designed to carry).

Both placards and certification labels are permanently attached to the vehicle door edge, door
post, glove-box door, or inside of the trunk lid. You can also find the recommended tire pressure
and load limit for your vehicle in the vehicle owner's manual.

Understanding Tire Pressure and Load Limits
Tire inflation pressure is the level of air in the tire that provides it with load-carrying capacity
and affects the overall performance of the vehicle. The tire inflation pressure is a number that
indicates the amount of air pressure– measured in pounds per square inch (psi)–a tire requires to
be properly inflated. (You will also find this number on the vehicle information placard
expressed in kilopascals (kPa), which is the metric measure used internationally.)
Manufacturers of passenger vehicles and light trucks determine this number based on the
vehicle's design load limit, that is, the greatest amount of weight a vehicle can safely carry and
the vehicle's tire size.The proper tire pressure for your vehicle is referred to as the
"recommended cold inflation pressure." (As you will read below, it is difficult to obtain the
recommended tire pressure if your tires are not cold.)
Because tires are designed to be used on more than one type of vehicle, tire manufacturers list
the "maximum permissible inflation pressure" on the tire sidewall. This number is the greatest
amount of air pressure that should ever be put in the tire under normal driving conditions.

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Checking Tire Pressure
It is important to check your vehicle's tire pressure at least once a month for the following
reasons:


Most tires may naturally lose air over time.



Tires can lose air suddenly if you drive over a pothole or other object or if you strike the
curb when parking.



With radial tires, it is usually not possible to determine underinflation by visual
inspection.

For convenience, purchase a tire pressure gauge to keep in your vehicle. Gauges can be
purchased at tire dealerships, auto supply stores, and other retail outlets.
The recommended tire inflation pressure that vehicle manufacturers provide reflects the proper
psi when a tire is cold. The term cold does not relate to the outside temperature. Rather, a cold
tire is one that has not been driven on for at least three hours. When you drive, your tires get
warmer, causing the air pressure within them to increase. Therefore, to get an accurate tire
pressure reading, you must measure tire pressure when the tires are cold or compensate for the
extra pressure in warm tires.

Steps for Maintaining Proper Tire Pressure


Step 1: Locate the recommended tire pressure on the vehicle's tire information placard,
certification label, or in the owner's manual.



Step 2: Record the tire pressure of all tires.



Step 3: If the tire pressure is too high in any of the tires, slowly release air by gently
pressing on the tire valve stem with the edge of your tire gauge until you get to the
correct pressure.

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

Step 4: If the tire pressure is too low, note the difference between the measured tire
pressure and the correct tire pressure. These "missing" pounds of pressure are what you
will need to add.



Step 5: At a service station, add the missing pounds of air pressure to each tire that is
underinflated.



Step 6: Check all the tires to make sure they have the same air pressure (except in cases
in which the front and rear tires are supposed to have different amounts of pressure).

If you have been driving your vehicle and think that a tire is underinflated, fill it to the
recommended cold inflation pressure indicated on your vehicle's tire information placard or
certification label. While your tire may still be slightly underinflated due to the extra pounds of
pressure in the warm tire, it is safer to drive with air pressure that is slightly lower than the
vehicle manufacturer's recommended cold inflation pressure than to drive with a significantly
underinflated tire. Since this is a temporary fix, don't forget to recheck and adjust the tire's
pressure when you can obtain a cold reading.

Tire Size
To maintain tire safety, purchase new tires that are the same size as the vehicle's original tires or
another size recommended by the manufacturer. Look at the tire information placard, the owner's
manual, or the sidewall of the tire you are replacing to find this information. If you have any
doubt about the correct size to choose, consult with the tire dealer.

Tire Tread
The tire tread provides the gripping action and traction that prevent your vehicle from slipping or
sliding, especially when the road is wet or icy. In general, tires are not safe and should be
replaced when the tread is worn down to 1/16 of an inch. Tires have built-in treadwear indicators
that let you know when it is time to replace your tires. These indicators are raised sections spaced
intermittently in the bottom of the tread grooves. When they appear "even" with the outside of
the tread, it is time to replace your tires. Another method for checking tread depth is to place a
penny in the tread with Lincoln's head upside down and facing you. If you can see the top of
Lincoln's head, you are ready for new tires.

Tire Balance and Wheel Alignment
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To avoid vibration or shaking of the vehicle when a tire rotates, the tire must be properly
balanced. This balance is achieved by positioning weights on the wheel to counterbalance heavy
spots on the wheel-and-tire assembly. A wheel alignment adjusts the angles of the wheels so that
they are positioned correctly relative to the vehicle's frame. This adjustment maximizes the life
of your tires and prevents your car from veering to the right or left when driving on a straight,
level road. These adjustments require special equipment and should be performed by a qualified
technician.

Tire Rotation
Rotating tires from front to back and from side to side can reduce irregular wear (for vehicles
that have tires that are all the same size). Look in your owner's manual for information on how
frequently the tires on your vehicle should be rotated and the best pattern for rotation.

A Tire Rotation Example
For maximum mileage, rotate your tires every 5,000 miles. Follow correct rotation
patterns.

Tire Repair
The proper repair of a punctured tire requires a plug for the hole and a patch for the area inside
the tire that surrounds the puncture hole. Punctures through the tread can be repaired if they are
not too large, but punctures to the sidewall should not be repaired. Tires must be removed from
the rim to be properly inspected before being plugged and patched.

Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS)
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To help consumers compare a passenger car tire's treadwear rate, traction performance, and
temperature resistance, the federal government requires tire manufacturers to grade tires in these
three areas. This grading system, known as the Uniform Tire Quality Grading System, provides
guidelines for making relative comparisons when purchasing new tires. You also can use this
information to inquire about the quality of tires placed on new vehicles.
Although this rating system is very helpful when buying new tires, it is not a safety rating or
guarantee of how well a tire will perform or how long it will last. Other factors such as personal
driving style, type of car, quality of the roads, and tire maintenance habits have a significant
influence on your tire's performance and longevity.
Treadwear grades are an indication of a tire's relative wear rate. The higher the treadwear number
is, the longer it should take for the tread to wear down. For example, a tire grade of 400 should
wear twice as long as a tire grade of 200.
Traction grades are an indication of a tire's ability to stop on wet pavement. A higher graded tire
should allow you to stop your car on wet roads in a shorter distance than a tire with a lower
grade. Traction is graded from highest to lowest as "AA", "A", "B", and "C".
Temperature grades are an indication of a tire's resistance to heat. Sustained high temperature
(for example, driving long distances in hot weather), can cause a tire to deteriorate, leading to
blowouts and tread separation. From highest to lowest, a tire's resistance to heat is graded as "A",
"B", or "C".

Tire Fundamentals
Federal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all
tires. This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also
provides a tire identification number for safety standard certification and in case of a recall.

Information on Passenger Vehicle Tires

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Please refer to the diagram below.

d
P
The "P" indicates the tire is for passenger vehicles.

Next number
This three-digit number gives the width in millimeters of the tire from sidewall edge to sidewall
edge. In general, the larger the number, the wider the tire.

Next number
This two-digit number, known as the aspect ratio, gives the tire's ratio of height to width.
Numbers of 70 or lower indicate a short sidewall for improved steering response and better
overall handling on dry pavement.

R
The "R" stands for radial. Radial ply construction of tires has been the industry standard for the
past 20 years.

Next number
This two-digit number is the wheel or rim diameter in inches. If you change your wheel size, you
will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter.

Next number
This two- or three-digit number is the tire's load index. It is a measurement of how much weight
each tire can support. You may find this information in your owner's manual. If not, contact a
local tire dealer. Note: You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by
law.
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M+S
The "M+S" or "M/S" indicates that the tire has some mud and snow capability. Most radial tires
have these markings; hence, they have some mud and snow capability.

Speed Rating
The speed rating denotes the speed at which a tire is designed to be driven for extended periods
of time. The ratings range from 99 miles per hour (mph) to 186 mph. These ratings are listed
below. Note: You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by law.

Letter Rating

Speed Rating

Q
R
S
T
U
H
V
W
Y

99 mph
106 mph
112 mph
118 mph
124 mph
130 mph
149 mph
168* mph
186* mph

* For tires with a maximum speed capability over 149 mph, tire manufacturers sometimes use
the letters ZR. For those with a maximum speed capability over 186 mph, tire manufacturers
always use the letters ZR.

U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number
This begins with the letters "DOT" and indicates that the tire meets all federal standards. The
next two numbers or letters are the plant code where it was manufactured, and the last four
numbers represent the week and year the tire was built. For example, the numbers 3197 means
the 31st week of 1997. The other numbers are marketing codes used at the manufacturer's
discretion. This information is used to contact consumers if a tire defect requires a recall.

Tire Ply Composition and Materials Used
The number of plies indicates the number of layers of rubber-coated fabric in the tire. In general,
the greater the number of plies, the more weight a tire can support. Tire manufacturers also must
indicate the materials in the tire, which include steel, nylon, polyester, and others.

Maximum Load Rating
This number indicates the maximum load in kilograms and pounds that can be carried by the tire.

Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure
This number is the greatest amount of air pressure that should ever be put in the tire under
normal driving conditions.

UTQGS Information
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Treadwear Number
This number indicates the tire's wear rate. The higher the treadwear number is, the longer it
should take for the tread to wear down. For example, a tire graded 400 should last twice as long
as a tire graded 200.

Traction Letter
This letter indicates a tire's ability to stop on wet pavement. A higher graded tire should allow
you to stop your car on wet roads in a shorter distance than a tire with a lower grade. Traction is
graded from highest to lowest as "AA","A", "B", and "C".

Temperature Letter
This letter indicates a tire's resistance to heat. The temperature grade is for a tire that is inflated
properly and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation or excessive loading, either
separately or in combination, can cause heat build-up and possible tire failure. From highest to
lowest, a tire's resistance to heat is graded as "A", "B", or "C".

Additional Information on Light Truck Tires
Please refer to diagram below.

d
Tires for light trucks have other markings besides those found on the sidewalls of passenger tires.

LT
The "LT" indicates the tire is for light trucks.

Max. Load Dual kg(lbs) at kPa(psi) Cold
This information indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a dual,
that is, when four tires are put on each rear axle (a total of six or more tires on the vehicle).
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Max. Load Single kg(lbs) at kPa(psi) Cold
This information indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a single.

Load Range
This information identifies the tire's load-carrying capabilities and its inflation limits.

Snow Tires
In some heavy snow areas, local governments may require true snow tires, those with very
deeply cut tread. These tires should only be used in pairs or placed on all four wheels. Make sure
you purchase snow tires that are the same size and construction type as the other tires on your
vehicle.

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