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Owners Manual

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Summary

Introduction

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

Guide on how to effectively use the motorhome owner's manual.

Chapter 1 - Warranty

LIMITED WARRANTY

Details Damon's warranty coverage for the vehicle's materials and workmanship.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

Lists exclusions and limitations of the Damon Limited Warranty.

RV OWNER MAINTENANCE AND USE OBLIGATIONS

Outlines owner's responsibilities for vehicle care and maintenance to maintain warranty.

Chapter 2 - Planning and Preparation

LOADING AND WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION

Crucial information on safely loading and distributing weight within the motorhome.

CONTROL OF THE MOTORHOME

Guidance on handling and driving the motorhome safely on the road.

PRE-TRAVEL CHECK

Essential checklist of items to inspect before each trip for safe operation.

WEIGHTS

Information on understanding vehicle weight limits and ratings.

WEIGHT RATINGS

Explanation of Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).

CAPACITY

Details on Cargo Carrying Capacity (CCC) and factors affecting it.

WEIGHING YOUR LOADED MOTORHOME

Step-by-step guide on how to weigh the motorhome accurately.

WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION

Importance of proper weight distribution for handling and safety.

TRAILER HITCHES AND TOWING

Guidelines for selecting hitches and towing vehicles or trailers.

TOWING VEHICLES AND TRAILERS

Calculating towing capacity and understanding Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR).

Chapter 3 - On the Road Safety

SAFETY BELTS

Importance of seat belt usage and proper adjustment for passenger safety.

FUEL SYSTEM

Safe practices for fueling the motorhome, including vapor pressure.

DRIVING

Advice on becoming familiar with controls and driving the large vehicle.

PARKING

Techniques for parking the motorhome safely, considering its size.

TIRE CARE

Essential information on maintaining proper tire inflation and condition.

CHECK AIR PRESSURE

Procedures for checking and maintaining correct tire air pressure.

Chapter 4 - Safety Provisions

SMOKE DETECTOR

Instructions for testing and maintaining the smoke detector.

FIRE EXTINGUISHER

Information on the portable fire extinguisher's rating and usage.

LP GAS DETECTOR

Details on the LP gas detector's operation and power source.

CO DETECTOR

Instructions for testing and maintaining the carbon monoxide detector.

CO SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Critical warnings and precautions regarding carbon monoxide hazards.

Chapter 5 - Plumbing Systems

FRESH WATER SYSTEM

Overview of the fresh water system, pump, and storage tank.

SANITIZING THE SYSTEM

Step-by-step guide for sanitizing the fresh water system.

WASTE WATER SYSTEM

Description of the dual holding tank system for waste water.

DUMPING THE HOLDING TANKS

Procedures for safely emptying the black and gray water tanks.

Chapter 6 - Technical Systems

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Overview of the motorhome's AC and DC electrical systems.

CONVERTER;INVERTER

Explanation of the converter and inverter functions in the electrical system.

ALTERNATING CURRENT SYSTEM

Information on the 120-volt AC electrical system and power sources.

GENERATOR

Information on operating the motorhome's generator for independent AC power.

BATTERY CONTROL CENTER (BCC)

Location and function of the BCC, which houses coach circuit fuses.

LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GAS SYSTEM

Safety precautions and information on the motorhome's LP gas system.

LP GAS TANK

Location, filling, and basic operation of the LP gas tank.

LP GAS REGULATOR

Explanation of the regulator's function and proper installation.

Chapter 7 - Interior Systems

ENGINE BRAKE

How to use the engine exhaust brake for slowing the vehicle.

LEVELING SYSTEM

Operation of the automatic and manual leveling jack system.

SLIDE-OUT OPERATION

General information on operating the slide-out room feature.

Chapter 9 - Care and Maintenance

BATTERIES

Care and maintenance for chassis and auxiliary batteries.

LP GAS SYSTEM

Regular checks for LP gas system leaks and line pressure.

SEALS AND ADHESIVES

Importance of maintaining seals to prevent moisture ingress.

Chapter 10 - Winter Use and Storage

TIPS FOR WINTER USE

General advice for safe winter travel and motorhome usage.

WINTERIZATION PROCEDURES

Step-by-step guide for winterizing the motorhome's systems.

STORAGE AND WINTERIZATION CHECKLIST

A comprehensive checklist for preparing the motorhome for storage.

Troubleshooting

ROOF AIR CONDITIONER

Common issues and solutions for the roof air conditioner.

BATTERY CONTROL CENTER

Troubleshooting steps for checking fuses within the BCC.

ELECTRICAL POWER

Troubleshooting issues related to AC power supply.

ELECTRIC STEP

Common problems and fixes for the electric entry step.

FURNACE

Troubleshooting furnace ignition, cycling, and operation issues.

GENERATOR

Solutions for generator start-up problems and power output issues.

LEVELING JACKS

Common issues with leveling jacks not retracting or operating.

LP GAS

Safety warnings and troubleshooting for LP gas system issues, including leaks.

MICROWAVE OVEN

Troubleshooting microwave oven operation and panel lights.

OVEN

Common problems with oven heating, ignition, and burners.

POWER INVERTER

Troubleshooting issues with the power inverter not working.

SLIDE-OUT ROOM

Common problems with slide-out room movement, binding, and carpet marks.

WATER SYSTEMS

Troubleshooting issues related to water systems and pumps.

WATER PUMPS

Solutions for water pump not starting, sputtering, or not shutting off.

REFRIGERATOR

Troubleshooting refrigerator cooling issues and burner problems.

COACH BATTERY

Troubleshooting coach battery issues like boiling or low electrolyte.

TV ANTENNA

Troubleshooting TV antenna reception and movement issues.

SATELLITE DISH

Troubleshooting satellite dish rotation, elevation, and reception problems.

WATER HEATER

Troubleshooting water heater odors and flushing procedures.

Damon Astoria 2006 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandDamon
ModelAstoria 2006
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish