PLEASURE-WAY INDUSTRIES LTD.
Pleasure-Way Industries Ltd. takes great pride in the quality and excellence that the Pleasure-Way
name represents. We appreciate having you as a customer and welcome you into the Pleasure-Way
family. This manual is provided to introduce you to the many features of your new Dodge Ascent
including operation, maintenance and warranties. We strongly advise you to take time to read this
manual, the Ford chassis owners manual as well as those of the motorhome components before
you use your new motorhome. It will help you to better understand the many operational features
of this recreational vehicle.
After reading this manual, be sure to keep it in the motorhome as a reference. Your Pleasure-Way
dealer will be glad to answer any further questions about the operation of your motorhome and the
appliances.
All reasonable precautions have been taken in the preparation of this manual. We have been as
accurate as possible at the time of this publication. However, due to our policy of continuous
improvement and refinement to our product, Pleasure-Way reserves the right to make product
changes at any time without prior notice and without incurring obligations. As a result, PleasureWay assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions in the accuracy in the content of this manual.

We know that you will enjoy your new Pleasure-Way and we wish you many miles of pleasant and
carefree driving. Happy Travels!

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TABLE Of CONTENTS

Warranties and Polices

6-7

Safety

8-10

Motor Home Exterior
Motor Home Size
Exterior Side Photos
LP fill Valve
Furnace Vent
Driver’s Exterior Shower
Driver’s Water Heater Vent
Driver’s Side Sewer Dump
Driver’s Side Fridge Vent
Passenger’s Side Fresh water fill
Passenger’s Side Exterior 110 volt plug
Passenger’s Side Porch light
Coach & Chassis Battery

11-15
11
12
13
13
13
13
14
14
15
15
15
15

Travel Preparation

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Motor Home Systems
LP Gas System
LP Remote Off/On
How To Use LP Appliances
Cook Top
Furnace
Refrigerator
Water Heater
Fresh Water System
Fresh Water Fill/Drain
City Water Connection
Water Pump
Toilet
Shower
Waste System
Winterizing
Living Area Electrical System
Distribution Panel
12 Volt Reset Breakers
12-Volt Battery Disconnect Switch
Auxiliary Battery
Battery Care
External Power
Monitor panel Area
Generator

17-29
17
18
18
18
19
19
20
20
21
21
21-22
22
22
23
24-25
26
26
27
27
27
28
28
28
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Motor Home Interior
Interior Cockpit Map Light
Refrigerator
Microwave

TV/DVD
Theatre System User Guide
TS Bed Assembly
TD Bed Assembly

Coach Specifications and Features

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30-32
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32

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PLEASURE-WAY INDUSTRIES LTD. WARRANTIES & POLICIES
Customer Responsibility
It is important you read and understand the information in this manual before using your RV.
Familiarize yourself with the applicable warranties. You are responsible for ensuring the procedures
for obtaining warranty repair are followed properly. It is your responsibility and obligation to return
your RV to your dealership for warranty service repair.
As the owner of the RV, you are responsible for regular and proper maintenance performed in
accordance with this manual and the OEM manuals. Regular and proper maintenance will help
prevent conditions arising from neglect that are not covered by warranty.
Pleasure-Way Warranty
Pleasure-Way Industries Ltd. warranties the specified new Motorhome free from defects in material
and craftsmanship, on the sections manufactured by Pleasure-Way Industries Ltd. under normal use
and service. Pleasure-Way Industries Ltd.’s obligation under this warranty shall be limited to 36
months / 36,000 miles / 60,000 kilometers (which ever comes first) after the date of purchase by the
original retail purchaser from an Authorized Pleasure-Way Dealer and shall be limited to making
good, at our factory, any part or parts thereof upon return to the factory.
The conditions of this warranty shall not and will not apply to the following:
1.

If the Motorhome has been altered outside our factory in any way so as, in our sole opinion,
to affect its stability or reliability.

2.

If the Motorhome, in our sole opinion, has been subject to misuse, negligence, or accident.

3.

Tires, refrigerator, stove, furnace, roof air conditioner, chassis, power train, and any other
components, which is under a separate warranty from the manufacturer, and service can be
obtained from their facilities in North America.

4.

Unauthorized repairs, alterations or modifications;

5.

Routine maintenance;

6.

Failure of the coach and / or chassis resulting in incidental damages such as loss of use of
Motorhome, inconvenience, cost of rental vehicle, and / or cost of accommodations, travel
expenses & meals, and other miscellaneous incidental expenses.

7.

Damages resulting by: hail, tornadoes, lightning, floods, earthquakes, plow winds, fire, rain
& environmental conditions which include tree sap, tar, chemicals, oils, salts, and / or Acts of
God.

8.

Accident

The conditions of this warranty shall not and will not apply to degeneration due to wear and
exposure after these limitations:

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1.

For one year from the original retail purchase date or 12,000 miles or 20,000 kilometers
(which ever comes first), by the original retail purchaser from an Authorized Pleasure-Way
Dealer:
a)
All seat, curtain, door panel and wall fabrics used in the coach;
b)
Exterior fibreglass surfaces;
c)
Window seals;
d)
Exterior power cable hatch, city water fill hatch, porch light, & cable TV outlet;.
e)
Carpet.
f)
Black and gray water termination valves;

2.

For 90-days from date of the original retail purchase by the original retail purchaser from an
Authorized Pleasure-Way Dealer:
a)
b)
c)

Window screens
Fresh water tank drain tap; and
Exterior door catches, cam locks, thumb latches & hinges.

The warranty is expressly in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied and all other
obligations or liabilities for alleged representation or negligence. Pleasure-Way Industries Ltd.
neither assumes nor authorizes any other person to assume for us any liability in connection with the
sale of our Motorhomes other than expressed above.
All correspondence should be directed to the dealer from whom the Motorhome was purchased and
must specify the serial number and date of purchase of Motorhome in question.
Pleasure-Way Industries Ltd.’s Warranty Policies
1.
Warranty repairs, within the three year or 36,000 miles / 60,000 kilometers (whichever comes
first) limited warranty.
2.
The Pleasure-Way Customer Care Delivery Form must be on file before any claims will be
processed. Claims made without warranty registration cards will be rejected until proof of
ownership can be established.
3.
Pleasure-Way Industries Ltd. will not reimburse any claims for any work done on any
components or appliances that are covered under their respected manufacturers’ warranties. These
warranties must be claimed through the manufacturer of the appliance or component. Examples:
refrigerator, microwave, roof air conditioner, water pump, toilet, stove, TV package components, etc.
4.
All warranty work that is required to be performed on the chassis must be taken to an
authorized Dodge Sprinter dealership and processed through their warranty procedures. PleasureWay Industries Ltd. will not reimburse any claims regarding the chassis. Pleasure-Way Industries
Ltd. will pay for the removal and reinstallation of Motorhome components only if absolutely
necessary to perform Dodge warranty repairs. Pleasure-Way Industries Ltd. will not reimburse any
costs in the removal and reinstallation of these components if it is:
a)
Out of the warranty period
b)
Non-warranty repairs
c)
Routine maintenance

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SAFETY
For your safety and ease of mind while travelling with your Pleasure-Way Motorhome, we have
provided safety components throughout the vehicle. In order for your vehicle to maintain the safest
possible conditions, these components must be tested and maintained on a regular basis, according to
the detailed manufacturer’s operating instructions.
All Pleasure-Way Motorhomes in Canada are CSA and CMVSS Certified, and may exceed the
approved installation criteria.
All Pleasure-Way Motorhomes in the United States are FMVSS certified and bear the R.V.I.A. seal
of approval, and may exceed the individual state requirements.
Smoke Detector
A smoke detector is provided on the ceiling of your unit near the front. Smoke detectors may give
you a warning of fire and smoke, but only if you use and maintain them in accordance to the
manufacturer’s instructions. Testing of this detector should be carried out weekly. Ensure you
connect the battery inside the detector upon receiving of your new unit and that you install a fully
charged fresh battery at least once a year.

Fire Extinguisher
A 5-pound capacity fire extinguisher is provided at the side door main entrance door in the step well.
Warning: This fire extinguisher is a type “BC”, which will extinguish flammable liquids and
electrical fires, but not wood, paper and cloth fires. You should inspect the extinguisher at least once
a month according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

LP (propane) Gas Detector
A liquid propane (LP) (propane) gas detector is provided near the floor level at the lower bench area
of the motorhome interior. This detector will operate to detect liquid propane gasses as well as other
gasses that are heavier than air. Your components that require LP (propane) gas are provided with
complete ventilation to the exterior and are sealed off to the interior for your added safety. This
detector is powered by the auxiliary battery and is operating at all times unless the battery is
disconnected. The LP (propane) gas detector should be tested every week or every time before a
trip, whichever occurs first. The test procedure should be performed in accordance to the
manufacturer’s instructions.
NOTE: The LP (propane) gas detector will sound to indicate a low coach battery.

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Carbon Monoxide Sensor
A carbon monoxide sensor is provided in the monitor panel above the closet. This detector only
indicates the presence of carbon monoxide gas at the sensor. Carbon monoxide gas may be present
in other areas. Warning: Carbon Monoxide Gas cannot be seen or smelled and can kill you. This
detector should be tested at least once per week or before every time the coach is taken on a trip.
The test procedure should be in accordance to the manufacturer’s instructions. Carbon monoxide
sensors are installed in units equipped with generators or generator ready options.
NOTE: The carbon monoxide sensor will sound to indicate a low coach battery.

GFCI Outlet
Ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) 110 volt receptacle in the bathroom provides protection
against line to ground electrical shock hazards that could be harmful or even fatal. The outlets that
are on this circuit are the exterior receptacle, galley receptacle, bathroom and fridge receptacles.
These receptacles are to be tested at least once a month in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.

Emergency Escape
If the need to make an emergency escape from the interior of your motorhome arises, all interior
doors are equipped with interior access latches. Your choice of escape routes are as follows, the main
entrance at the side door, the driver and passenger’s side front doors and the rear doors.
Refueling
When you are refueling your fuel tank, ensure that your vehicle is shut off and your main LP
(propane) valve is shut off. Ensure that your pilot lights have been extinguished as well. Warning:
Even with the main LP (propane) valve shut off there is enough gas in the LP (propane) lines for the
pilot light to continue to burn.

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Filling the LP (propane) Gas Fuel Cylinder
When you are filling the LP (propane) Gas Fuel Cylinder, ensure that all pilot lights have been
extinguished and that there are no open flames present. Ensure that your vehicle is turned off.
The main shut off valve is the electrical switch inside the exterior component compartment.
NOTE: Ensure the propane system valve is fully shut when vehicle is in motion. It is not safe to
travel while propane appliances are in use.

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MOTORHOME EXTERIOR
Motorhome Dimensions and Capacities
Your Motor Home is larger than your standard van or automobile, so please be careful when entering
underpasses, garages, parkades, etc.
DIMENSION
LENGTH BUMPER TO
BUMPER
LENGTH WITH TIRE &
CARRIER
HEIGHT WITH
CARRIER AC
WIDTH WITHOUT SIDE
MIRRORS
WIDTH WITH MIRRORS
INTERIOR HEIGHT
WITHOUT OPTIONS
BED AREA
(APPROXIMATE)

22’9”

693.5 cm

24’ 1”

734 cm

9’ 6”

289.6 cm

7’

213 cm

7’ 10”
6’ 3”

239 cm
190 cm

L – 75 ¾”
W– 69 ½”

192.4 cm
176.5 cm

Tank Size
BLACK WATER
GRAY WATER
FRESH WATER
PROPANE AT 80%
DEISEL FUEL

12 US GAL
35 US GAL
24 US GAL
9.6 US GAL
25 US GAL

45.4 LITRE
132 LITRE
90.8 LITRE
36.3 LITRE

94.6 LITRE

NOTE: The height of your Motorhome may vary depending upon the tire pressure, air ride pressure
and optional components mounted on the roof. The width of the motor home will very with the
positions of the outside mirrors. All measurements and capacities are approximate. There are many
variables in the construction of the vehicle for measurements to be absolute.
TIRE/ AIR RIDE PRESSURE:
Tire pressures as recommended by Daimler Chrysler. Tire Size LT 215/ 85 R 16
FRONT TIRES: 55 PSI/ 380 kPa
REAR TIRES: 61 PSI/ 420 kPa (Dual Wheels)