Fleetwood 2012 Discovery User Manual

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seating, sleeping, storage, and fluid capacities. The user is responsible for selecting the proper combination of loads
(i.e. occupants, equipment, fluids, cargo, etc.) to ensure that the vehicle’s weight capacities are not exceeded.
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2012 OWNER’S MANUAL

Fleetwood 2012 Discovery Specifications

General

Model Year	2012
Make	Fleetwood
Model	Discovery
Category	Motorhomes
Fuel Type	Diesel
Sleeping Capacity	6
Fresh Water Capacity	100 gallons
Width	8 feet 6 inches
Height	12' 4"
Engine	Cummins ISB 6.7L
Black Water Capacity	50 gal
LP Gas Capacity	38 gal
Generator	8.0kW Onan

Summary

Introduction to Your Fleetwood Motor Home

Inspect and Maintain Your Motor Home

Understanding Your Fleetwood Warranty

Warranty Coverage Provided

Details the scope of the limited one-year warranty for the motor home structure and systems.

What is Not Covered by This Warranty

Reporting Safety Defects to NHTSA

Instructions on reporting vehicle defects that could cause crashes, injury, or death.

Important Notices and Safety Symbols

Understanding Safety Signal Definitions

Explains the meaning of DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE statements in the manual.

On the Road: Safe Operation

Motor Home Loading and Weight Limits

Responsibility for proper loading and definitions of key weight terms like GVWR and GCWR.

Towing a Vehicle or Trailer Safely

Guidelines and requirements for safely towing vehicles or trailers with the motor home.

Occupant and Cargo Carrying Capacity

Understanding OCCC and load distribution for safe vehicle handling and stability.

Tire Care and Inflation

Information on tire selection, maintenance, inflation, and replacement for safety and longevity.

Seat Belt and Child Restraint Safety

Proper use and safety of seat belts and child restraint systems for occupant protection.

Driving and Vehicle Control Techniques

Techniques for safely operating a large motor home, including downhill driving and maneuvering.

Carbon Monoxide Safety Precautions

Critical safety information regarding carbon monoxide dangers and prevention measures.

Living With Your Motor Home

Fire Safety Precautions

Essential fire prevention measures, safety precautions, and the importance of fire extinguishers.

Plumbing Systems and Holding Tanks

Fresh Water System Operation

Waste Water System Management

Draining the Holding Tanks Safely

Electrical Systems Overview

Understanding RV Batteries

Overview of the chassis and house battery systems and their functions.

Chassis 12-Volt Electrical System

Fleetwood 12-Volt House System

Battery Inspection and Care

Guidelines for inspecting, cleaning, and maintaining batteries to ensure optimal performance.

Generator Operation and Safety

Information on the generator, its operation, and essential safety precautions.

120-Volt AC System Components

Propane System Guide

Propane Safety Precautions

Critical safety measures for handling propane, including leak detection and emergency procedures.

Lighting Propane Appliances

Maintenance and Care Guidelines

Exterior Washing and Waxing

Sealant Renewal for Weatherproofing

Procedures for maintaining weatherproof seals around windows, doors, and roof components.

Preparing for Storage

Short-Term Storage Checklist

Long-Term Storage Procedures

Winterization Procedures

Procedures for protecting the motor home's systems from freezing temperatures during winter.

Water System Winterizing Guide

Step-by-step guide to winterizing the fresh and waste water systems using antifreeze.

Reactivating RV After Storage