necessary to use the water system, we suggest that you bring containers of fresh water with you and
add non-toxic RV antifreeze to the gray and black water holding tanks. NOTE: Keep in mind that
as you add more water to the holding tanks the antifreeze will dilute more than the recommended
amount and may start to freeze earlier at cold temperatures. Do not use the exterior shower.
Living Area Electrical System
The Motorhome living area electrical system is designed for convenience. It is capable of
supplying the vehicle with at least two sources of power. A 12-Volt auxiliary battery supplies
power to the interior components (except AC current plug receptacles, roof air conditioner,
microwave, coffee maker and fridge on AC) for short-term use. The auxiliary coach battery is
charged when the chassis engine is running or when you are plugged into a 110 volt power source
with the disconnect switch in the on position.
For long term use, your vehicle may be powered by plugging into a 110-Volt external power source
with the supplied 25-foot power cable. The yellow 25-foot power cable supplied with your coach
must be connected to your coach and then to a 110 volt power source (30 amp outlet is
recommended). This will supply 110-Volt power throughout the interior and supply power through
a power converter to all 12-Volt components.
NOTE: Connect the power cord to your coach first and then the external power source.

Your unit is equipped with a 110/12-Volt power converter. Its function is to take part of the 110Volt current that is received when the unit is plugged into an external power source and convert it
to 12-Volts (which powers most of the motorhome components). It also provides 110-Volt power
to the components that only require 110-Volts.
NOTE: The 12-Volt or DC power on your fridge should only be used while in motion or running

the vehicle engine.
12 volt or DC Equipment
TV when plugged into the Inverter
Refrigerator when on DC or LP gas
Interior & Exterior Coach Lights
DVD Player, Antenna Booster and Amplifier
Water Pump
Water Heater
LP gas & CO Alarms
Generator Start Switch
Furnace
Power Sofa (if equipped)
Air Ride Compressor (if equipped)

110 volt 0r AC Equipment
TV when plugged into the AC receptacle
Refrigerator on AC
Microwave
Air Conditioner
110 volt Plugs
Coffee Maker (if equipped)

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Electrical Distribution Panel
The Ford Excel is equipped with an Iota distribution panel that houses the breakers for the 110-volt
system and the blade fuses for the 12-volt system. The distribution panel is located on the
passenger bench face in the TD model and on the sofa bench face in the TS and RD model.
Remove the large vertical smoked plastic cover panel to access the 110-volt breakers or the small
horizontal cover panel for the 12 volt fuses.

12-Volt Manual Reset Breakers and Converter Output Fuses
Your motorhome has manual re-settable breakers. If you have the optional electric rear sofa, you
will have three manual resetting breakers. These manual re-setting breakers are labeled. Access to
these breakers is through a compartment door found on the passenger side underneath the furnace.
These breakers have a 40, 30 and 20-amp capacity. The 40-amp breaker controls the power
converter, the 30-amp breaker controls the power sofa and the 20-amp breaker controls the
refrigerator when it’s running on 12-Volts. There is also an 80-amp charge-line breaker.
If you are experiencing any difficulties with your power converter, refrigerator, electric sofa or
charging system while on 12-Volt, check these breakers first to determine if they are tripped. There
is a small re-set button located on the end of the breaker. Simply push it in if it is tripped.

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12-Volt Battery Disconnect Switch
There is 12-Volt disconnect switch (red key) located on the passenger side through a compartment
door found beneath the furnace (same compartment as the manual reset breakers). When the key is
in the “ON” position it will be locked in place. When the key is in the “OFF” position it can be
easily removed, which will stop all 12-Volt power supplied to your coach. Note: The disconnect
switch will have to be in the on position to charge your battery from the converter in this
vehicle. If your vehicle is going to be parked for longer than a 48 hr period, turn this switch to
the off position as the CO detector and the LP detector are hard wired to the coach battery
and will eventually drain the battery.

Auxiliary Battery
The auxiliary battery (coach battery) is located on the passenger side in a battery pull out tray. It is
an Interstate SRM 24 Marine / RV deep cycle battery. This battery operates the Motor Home
portion of your vehicle only.
The chassis battery and auxiliary battery are two separate
systems. Both batteries are charged from the alternator, but
only the auxiliary battery is charged from the converter.
The Chassis battery powers all chassis related items such as
the map light between the driver and passenger seat, all
dash features, driving lights, power mirrors, locks and
windows.
The auxiliary battery powers all living area lighting, DC
appliances and air ride compressor.

The Ford chassis battery is located under the front engine hood. Consult your Ford owners
manual for details.
Battery Care
Your auxiliary battery must be regularly cleaned and maintained at least once a month in order to
provide a reliable and constant power source to your Motorhome. To ensure satisfactory battery
performance, battery terminal cleanliness is essential. NOTE: Please consult your DODGE
manufacturer’s instructions for detailed maintenance recommendations.
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Warning: Batteries give off explosive gases that can cause severe personal injury. Do not smoke
in or around the battery and keep open flames and other sources of ignition well away from the
battery. Remember that batteries can and do, EXPLODE! Be very careful. Battery electrolytes
can cause severe eye damage and skin burns. Always wear protective equipment (goggles, rubber
gloves, a protective apron, etc.) when working with batteries.
External Power
A 25- foot, 30-amp power cord is provided with your Pleasure-Way motorhome. In order to
activate all power circuits, connect the yellow power cord to your coach in the driver’s side
component compartment and to an adequate 110-Volt power source. The connector is rated for 30amp capacity. NOTE: The male end of the power cord is a 30-amp plug, therefore you may
require an adapter to convert the plug into the 110-Volt style. Most RV parks are equipped with
30-amp plug-ins. Remember to always attach the power cord to your coach first, and then to the
power source.
Monitor Panel Area
There is a monitor panel located above the passenger side entry door. Located in this panel is the
carbon monoxide sensor, water heater control switch, generator control switch (optional) and the
water pump control switch, which also monitors the black water, gray water, fresh water and coach
battery charge level.

Generator
If your unit is equipped with a generator, it will be located directly behind the driver door. Access
to the generator is through the locking compartment door. There is no access to the generator
through the interior of the coach. This prevents exhaust gases from seeping into the living
compartment. The generator will provide an added source of power to run the electrical system
when you are not plugged into a 110-Volt power source.
Starting the Generator:
1) Turn on the red key disconnect switch.
2) Ensure there is at least a ¼ tank of gas as the generator runs off the van chassis fuel tank. If
there is less than a ¼ tank of fuel, the generator will not start.
3) Press the generator start switch in the monitor panel area.
NOTE: It may take a few seconds initially for the generator to start. Your generator draws its gas
supply from the van chassis fuel tank. Once the generator is running, it supplies power to the entire
electrical system, just as if your unit was plugged into a 110-Volt power source. You will have to
balance your electrical consumption as you have a limited number of watts/ amps available.
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Please refer to the generator’s manufacturer’s operating manual for complete operating instructions
and maintenance procedures.
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.
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.
MOTORHOME INTERIOR
Interior Cockpit Map Light
Please follow the vehicle manufactures instructions for operating procedures.
Refrigerator - Dometic
Your Dometic refrigerator is designed for 3-way operation, using 12-Volt DC, 110-Volt AC and LP
gas power. When the refrigerator is switched to AC or DC, the ammonia/water mixture is heated
by a heating element instead of a burner.
When your motorhome is stationary, it should be leveled for your refrigerator to provide the proper
cooling. A bubble level should be placed on the freezer shelf to check the refrigerator for
levelness. If the refrigerator is not level you may have improper cooling.
NOTE: Please refer to the Dometic operating manual for complete operating instructions and
maintenance procedures.
NOTE: The DC or 12-Volt setting is for transportation purposes only. It is recommended that if
you are going to be stopped for more than a short period of time, you should switch your
refrigerator to propane or an AC setting and plug into a 110-Volt supply. The refrigerator should be
turned to 12-Volt when the vehicle will be in motion and the LP gas must be turned off.
Microwave- Dometic
Your Dometic microwave operates of 110-volt AC power only. To use your microwave you must
be plugged into shore power or have the generator running (the microwave cannot be used at the
same time as the roof AC unit when operating on the generator).
NOTE: Please refer to the manufactures operating instructions for maintenance, operation and
cooking.

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TV and DVD (Optional)
If your motor home is equipped with TV and DVD components, you will find these located in the
rear entertainment center. These two components are powered by a 12-Volt power source. The TV
flat screen is powered by a 12-volt inverter located behind the flat screen.
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.
NOTE: Ensure the TV travel lock is locked into the travel position when the vehicle is in motion.
The travel lock is located on the bottom left hand corner of the TV cabinet.

19” THEATRE SYSTEM
Basic Operating Manual

A) COMPONENTS:
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19” Flat Screen Monitor with swing out cabinet
DVD/CD/MP3 player
400 watt Inverter
Amplifier
Noise reduction ground loop
Auxiliary power switch
Satellite speakers
Antenna booster
Optional AC power source

B) BASIC OPERATION:
1) Turn the auxiliary power switch to the on position. This is the switch to the left of the dvd
player.
Note: you will hear a fan noise run when you are powering your TV through the inverter.
(If you are powering your TV through the inverter and the fan does not come on check the
power switch at the bottom of the inverter.)
2) Turn on the TV using the small button on the bottom right hand side of the TV.
3) Using the source button, select AV for the DVD player or Antenna if you want local air or
cable channels.
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4) For Cable simply turn off the antenna booster (located behind the flat screen) leaving the
source on antenna.
Note: for local air channels ensure your antenna is cranked up and the antenna booster
switch is in the on position. The antenna booster switch is located You may have to rotate
your antenna for better reception.
5) Receiving channels above 13 :
a) Push the menu button.
b) Using the channel down button move to the satellite symbol.
c) Push the enter button. (second button from the right at the bottom of the TV) AIR
/CABLE will be in yellow hi-lights.
d) Push the enter button and just AIR will be in yellow hi lights. Using the channel down
button move the yellow hi lights to STD.
e) Push the enter key
f) Push the menu button three times to return to regular TV screen

6) To AUTO PROGRAM your TV for air or cable channels:
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)

Push the menu button.
Using the channel down button move to the satellite symbol.
Push the enter button. AIR/CABLE will be in yellow hi lights.
Using the channel down button move the yellow hi lights to AUTO PROGRAM.
Push the enter button.
The AUTO PROGRAM key will appear with START in yellow hi lights.
Push the enter button. Auto programming will begin with STOP in yellow hi lights. If
you wish to stop the auto programming hit the enter button and start will appear.
h) Push the menu button to return to the regular TV screen.

C) POWER SOURCE :
There are two options for AC power on your TV system.
For operation the power button to the left of the DVD player must be in the on position.

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1) When the motor home is not plugged in to an outside power source or not operating off
your generator, the power source is through your DC battery and the inverter. The inverter
is located behind the TV flat screen. The inverter has a power switch located on the unit. A
fan will run when the inverter is on.

1) When the motor home is plugged in or operating off of the generator there is an AC power
outlet located behind the TV flat screen. Unplug the AC power cord from the inverter and
plug it into the AC outlet. Turn off the inverter to eliminate the inverter fan noise.
A) 400 watt inverter
B) Amplifier
C) Noise reduction ground loop
D) Antenna booster
E) AC Power Source

Antenna Booster
A) Green indicator light
B) Booster Off/On switch.
C) 12 volt power source 3 amp

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TD Full Size Bed Assembly
To make up the Full-size bed in the TD model, lift the center removable night table and place it on
the floor.

Lift the passenger side single bed and remove the cushion support boards. Place the cushion
support boards on the support rails between the passenger and driver side bench faces.

Finally, place the side backrest cushions in between the passenger and driver side single beds.

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TS Bed Assembly
Using the sofa bed switch beside the DVD player lay the sofa bed down to a flat position. You can
sleep with the sofa bed in this configuration (U shape) as two single beds with the space between
the two ottomans open.

You can also use the cushion support board (located in the closet) to make a full king-size bed.
Place the cushion support board on the support rails between the two ottoman benches. Place the
ottoman cushions on the inward side of the ottoman rails. This will ensure the ottoman backrest
cushions fit tight between the ottoman cushions. Place the ottoman backrest cushions on the bed
board between the ottoman seat cushions.

Ford Excel :

TD

TS

RD

Dometic 3-way Refrigerator
Dometic .7 cu.ft. Microwave
2 Burner Flush Mount Cook Top with Glass Cover
Suburban 16,000 BTU Auto Ignition Furnace
Suburban 6 gal Auto Ignition Water Heater
Sure-Flo Demand Water System
Thetford Flush Toilet
Self Contained Bathroom with Shower & Sink
C.O. Detector
LP Gas detector
Smoke Detector
Fire Extinguisher
Fantastic Fan Roof Vent
Coach Battery
Battery Disconnect Switch
45 amp Power Converter with Distribution Panel

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Monitor Panel System (Black, Gray, Fresh water, Battery)
Fresh Water Fill
Fresh Water Tank (91 L or 24 U.S. Gal)
Grey Water Tank ( 97 L or 26 U.S. Gal)
Black Water Tank (45 L or 12 U.S. Gal)
Generator Ready ( switch, wire for connections & mount
brackets)
Exterior Shower
*Rear Bed Area ( 74” X 81”)
*Power Sofa
*Rear Bed Area ( 54” X 81”)
Awning Style Windows
Large Round Table
Porch Light
Cable TV Hook Up
TV Antenna
Water Heater By-Pass
Fiberglass Running Boards
Counter Top Flip Up
Exterior Plug

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NOTE: Pleasure-Way Ind. Ltd. reserves the right to make product changes at any time with out
prior notice or obligation.
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The bed area measurements may vary, due to components inside the vehicle.

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