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BIGFOOT TRAILER MANUAL

DRAFT #8

APRIL 3, 2008

Table of Contents

Default Chapter3
- Table of Contents3
Introduction7
Owners Manual8
Altering or Modifying Your Travel Trailer8
Owner's Responsibilities8
New Recreational Vehicle Warranty8
Dealer's Responsibilities9
What Is Not Covered by the Warranty9
General Safety10
Lp Gas Heating System and Lp Gas Appliance Safety Regulations11
- Fire Safety13
- Smoke Detector13
- Fuel & Fuel System Safety14
Preparation for Towing15
Travel Trailer Loading16
- Determining and Distributing the Trailer Load17
- Weighing a Trailer17
- Balance18
- Hitch Adjustment18
- Safety Chains19
- Brakes19
- Electronically Controlled Brakes19
- Brake System Components20
- Emergency Brakes20
- Tongue22
- Sway Control22
- Spring Bars23
- Trailer Load Ratings23
- Performing a Pre-Trip Safety Inspection23
- Hitching up Your Trailer23
Tires25
- Inflation25
- How Overloading Affects Your RV and Tires25
- Finding Your Vehicle's Recommended Tire Pressure and Load Limits26
- Tire Replacement26
- If You Happen to Get a Flat26
- Changing a Flat26
- Safety First - Basic Tire Maintenance26
- Understanding Tire Pressures and Load Limits27
- Checking Tire Pressure27
- Steps for Maintaining Proper Tire Pressure27
- Tire Size28
- Tire Tread28
- Tire Balance and Wheel Alignment28
- Tire Repair28
- Tire Fundamentals29
- Information on Passenger Vehicle Tires29
- Letter Rating Speed30
- Preventing Tire Damage31
- Tire Safety Checklist31
- Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit31
- Glossary of Tire Terminology31
Electrical System34
- Bigfoot 12V House Electrical System34
- 110V/120V Electrical System34
- 45 Amp Service35
- Power Converter37
- Fuses & Circuit Breakers37
- Ground Fault Interrupter (GFI)38
- Battery Disconnect38
- Battery Inspection and Care38
- Battery Charging39
Travel Trailer Features40
- Dinette Conversion (with Built in Table)40
- Entry and Screen Doors40
- Interior Lighting40
- Monitor Panel40
- Overhead Vents41
- Sofa Conversion (Manual Sofa)41
- Sofa Conversion (Electric)41
- Exterior Storage Compartments41
- Interior Storage42
- Windows42
- Window Coverings - Venetian Blinds42
- Window Coverings - Day/Night Shades42
- Wiring Diagrams42
Travel Trailer Options42
- AM/FM Stereo CD or CD/DVD Player42
- Awnings43
- Awnings (Motorized)43
- Black Tank Rinse System43
- Exterior Shower43
- Generator43
- Surround Sound/DVD System43
- Levelling Jacks44
- Solar Panel44
- Televisions44
- Hidden TV Antenna44
Lp Gas44
- Filling LP Tanks45
- Filling LP Tank Check List45
- Manual Regulator46
- Automatic Change-Over Regulator46
- Using LP Gas System at Low Temperatures46
- LP Gas (LPG) Leak Detector47
Plumbing48
- Fresh Water System48
- External Water Hook-Up (City or Park Connection)48
- Self-Contained Water System48
- Fresh Water Fill Instructions48
- Sanitizing the Fresh Water System49
- Electric 12-Volt DC Water Pump50
- Winterizing and Draining the Water System50
- Water Heater Bypass System52
- Dumping the Holding Tanks53
- Holding Tank Care and Maintenance53
- Toilet54
Appliances54
- Fantastic Fan54
- Furnace54
- Microwave Oven55
- Power Range Exhaust Hood55
- Range (Stove Top/Oven)55
- Refrigerator56
- Roof Mounted Air Conditioner57
- Water Heater57
Effects of Long Term Occupancy58
Ventilation & Moisture59
- Dripping Ceiling Vents60
- Thermal Pane Windows60
Slide out Systems60
- 3000 Series and 4000 ST Series Slide out Room Operation60
- Closing the Slide out Room61
Care and Maintenance62
Interior Maintenance62
- Fabric Blinds62
- Curtains and Upholstery62
- Walls and Ceiling62
- Cabinetry62
- Linoleum62
- Carpet62
- Windows62
- Laminate Counter Tops62
- Solid Surface Countertops63
- Drains63
- Tub and Shower Care63
Exterior Maintenance63
- Signs of Weathering63
- Windows, Doors, Vents and Locks63
- Sealant Renewal63
- Doors and Windows64
Winter Protection64