- all electrical cords and exterior hoses are stored back into their respective
compartments
- chassis fluid levels are at recommended levels
- chassis tire pressures are at recommended levels
- chassis exterior lighting is functional
- air ride bag pressures are at recommended levels
- all exterior components are secure and closed
- the refrigerator power switch is changed to 12 volt
(The 12volt/ DC system is there to maintain the coolness of the refrigerator while in
motion. The refrigerator should have been cooled on propane or C electric
before filling it and leaving on you trip.)
- all interior compartments and drawers are closed and locked into position
- all interior components are secure and in place
- the furnace control switch on the thermostat is off
- the TV swing-out is locked into the locked position
- the campsite is left in better condition than when you arrived.

t is not recommended that you use any of your appliances while in motion.

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Once you arrive at a site, please ensure that:
- your motorhome is parked in a level position so that your components will be at
their optimum performance (place a bubble level in the freezer shelf of the
refrigerator to use as a base and level your unit according to this)
- all exterior vents are clear from obstructions
- the black and gray water waste tank valves are closed
- hook up your 110 volt power cord to your coach and then to the site receptacle
(if supplied at site)
- hook up your fresh water line to the city water pressure connection (if supplied
at site)
- it is recommended for pressurized city water that a water regulator is used
- turn the LP gas on
- turn the refrigerator switch power to LP gas selection or 110 volt power ( C).
- turn the water heater on ( Before turning it on, make sure the water heater is filled
with water)
- connect park cable (if supplied)
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Warning: Do not use any LP gas appliances while in motion. While you are in motion, you
will have power to all 12 volt components such as the dome lights, water pump, roof vent, 12
volt receptacle, TV, and DVD. You will not have power to the microwave, 110 volt receptacles,
coffee maker and roof air conditioner.

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Your motorhome is equipped with a Liquid Propane (LP) gas system that provides fuel to the
appliances (refrigerator, cook top, water heater and furnace).
The LP storage tank is located on the driver side behind the component compartmentswinging door. The filler and bleeder valve, the LP tank gauge and the LP gas regulator are
also in this location.

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Propane fuel is stored in a liquid state under extreme high pressure. s fuel is used, propane
vapor passes from the tank through the regulator into the gas lines and eventually to the
appliances. lthough the propane system has undergone extensive testing for leaks, the
system’s connections and fittings are subject to road vibrations and should be checked
regularly for possible leaks.
Propane fuel is extremely flammable, colorless, heavier than air and smells like rotten eggs.
The main shut-off valve to supply propane to the coach is operated by the round handle
located in the driver side component compartment (ensure this switch is on before
operating appliances.)

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LP gas regulators must always be installed with the diaphragm vent facing downward.
egulators that are not in compartments have been equipped with a protective cover.
Make sure that the regulator vent faces downward and that the cover is kept in place to
minimize vent blockage that could result in excessive gas pressure causing fire or explosion.
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Warn ng: Do not bring or store LP gas containers, gasoline or other flammable liquids inside
the vehicle because a fire or explosion may result. LP gas containers should not be placed or
stored inside the vehicle as LP gas containers are equipped with safety devices that relieve
excessive pressure by discharging gas into the atmosphere.
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Warn ng: It is not safe to use cooking appliances for comfort heating. Cooking appliances
need fresh air for safe operation. Unlike homes, the amount of oxygen supply in the unit is
limited due to the size of the vehicle. Proper ventilation when using the cooking appliance(s)
will avoid dangers of asphyxiation.
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charcoal grills and stoves inside the motorhome. The use of this equipment inside the
recreational vehicle may cause fire or asphyxiation.

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xtinguish any open flames, pilot lights and all smoking materials.
Do not touch any electrical switches.
Shut off the gas supply at the tank valve or gas supply connection.
Open all the doors and other ventilating openings.
Leave the area until the odour clears and you are sure there is no further risk to you.
Have the gas system checked and leakage source corrected before using again.

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Located in the driver side component
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allows LP to flow to the coach.

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Located in the driver side component
compartment. This valve, covered by
the yellow end cap allows you to fill the
LP tank to 80% capacity.

The bleeder valve allows pressure to
vacate the LP tank when 80% full.

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Turn your red key disconnect switch
to the on position (located behind
the small door under the furnace
vent). Turn your LP on / off valve to
the on position as mentioned above
(located in the driver side component
compartment).

The vehicle is equipped with a twoburner 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.
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Your vehicle is equipped with a 16,000
BTU Suburban LP gas uto gnition
Furnace. The furnace is located on the
bottom right hand side of the galley.
The thermostat control is located near
the flat screen TV area.

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1) nsure that there is propane
supplied to the coach.
2) nsure there is 12V power to the
coach.
3) Use the on/off buton until the
furnace indicator light lights.
Use the +/- buttons for desired
temperature.
4) The Furnace will auto ignite and
cycle through fan and heating.
The furnace will cycle keeping
the desired temperature.

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three way fridge (LP gas, C & DC).

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1) To turn the fridge on, use the mode
button to select your power source
(LP gas, C or DC). Then select your
desired level of coolness (this may vary
slightly with each fridge and weather
condition).

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2) The DC or uxiliary Battery symbol
is used when the vehicle is in motion.
The DC mode will maintain your fridge
while driving, but should not be used
for dry camping or initial cooling of the
refrigerator.
3) The C symbol is recommended
when the vehicle is operating off of a
120 volt power source (shore power or
generator).
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vehicle should be level and the exterior
refrigerator vents free from obstructions.
Please consult your Dometic fridgeoperating manual for complete operating
and maintenance instructions.

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1) For normal or summer operation,
ensure your by-pass valves are in
summer position. The valves at the
top (red line) and bottom (blue
line) of the water heater should be
open. The valve between the top
and bottom valve should be closed.
The valves are open if the handle
lines up with the water line, and are
closed when making a T with the
water line.

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Your vehicle is equipped with a 6 gallon
LP Suburban gas uto gnition Water
Heater. The water heater is located
underneath the rear electric sofa bed
on the driver side. You can access the
by-pass valves through the rear doors
and reaching under the electric sofa
bed.

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2) nsure the water heater is full of
water. To check this open the water
heater vent on the exterior of the
coach and lift the pressure relief
valve, water should flow out of the
spigot.

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on the water heater switch located
above the side entrance door in
the monitor panel. nsure the liquid
propane supply to the coach is also
turned on.
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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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3) Fill your water heater by running
your water pump or hooking a
pressurized source onto the city
water hook up. Open a hot water
tap in the vehicle to allow the air
from the hot water tank to escape
while the tank fills with water (this
can also be done by opening the
pressure release valve on the water
heater until water flows out of the
spigot).

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1) Unlock the Fresh Water Fill.
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2) nsert a garden hose into the fill
opening.
3) Turn the water source on to a
medium flow rate, as a highpressure flow will cause water to
gush out of the fill opening.
4) Monitor the fresh water fill level
using the F SH button on the
monitor panel located above the
passenger side entry door. Do
not over fill this tank. You may see
water coming out through the fill
tube or air vent screen as this also
indicates the fresh water tank is full.
5) f you have over filled your fresh
water tank or you want to drain
some of the water out of the fresh
water tank, open the drain spigot
located on the fresh water tank.
This fresh water tank is located
behind the rear axle. The fresh
water tank spigot is located on the
driver side underneath the coach
just behind the rear axle.

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from underneath the van when filling the
tank, there is a drain spigot on the fresh
water tank, turn it to the closed position.

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The water system built into your motorhome provides full service similar to the system in your
home.
12 volt self-priming pump draws pressurized water from the fresh water tank to
all cold faucets and the water heater. n automatic pressure switch located in the water
pump maintains a positive line pressure between 20 to 30 p.s.i. The fresh and gray water
tanks are located underneath the floor. The black water tank is located above the floor
under the toilet and shower pan.

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The city water connection is located
in the driver’s side component
compartment. The city water
connection is a convenience for you
when you have access to an outside
water source. When hooking up the city
water connection you should make sure
that the water pump switch is turned off
and that all water faucets are closed.

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1) Open the driver side component
compartment.
2) emove the plastic insert from the
city water connection.
3) ttach a garden hose to the
connection using a rubber washer to
ensure the fitting is tight.
4) Turn the water source on to a medium
pressure.
5) Check for leaks at the city water
connection, as you may have to retighten this connection.
NOTE: In different areas the water pressure
may vary. It is advisable to use a water
pressure regulator because excessive
pressure may result in water-line damage.
The city water system bypasses the fresh
water holding tank and feeds the water
lines directly so that you will not have to use
the water pump. To disconnect the city
water system, first turn off the water source,
then open a faucet to relieve some of the
pressure in the lines (if you do not open a
faucet to relieve some of the pressure, when
you unhook the water line, water may spray
out), then unhook the water line.

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located in the cabinet on the left-hand
side of the fridge. The filter and the inlet
connection are visible on the top of the
water pump.
ctivate the water pump using
the Pump switch at the bottom of
the monitor panel located above
the passenger side entrance door.
Please consult your Sure Flo operating
manual for complete operating and
maintenance instructions.

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f the pump will not prime, please check:
- to make sure there is water in the holding tank
- to make sure that the battery is not run down
- for kinks in the inlet water line
- for leaks at inlet fittings (if air is leaking into inlet fittings, tighten fittings or apply
clamps as necessary)
- for clogged lines