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BY
FLEE:rWCXJD,
WIDE
BODY
1997
owner's
manual
2
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
7
Introduction
17
Warranties
17
Reporting Safety Defects
19
Owner's Tnformation, Package
19
Air Brake System
21
Driver's Checkat St~Rt-Up
21
System Components
22
Air Compressor
22
Airtanks
22
Air Dryer
22
The Brake Pedaj
22
Spring Brakes
23
Air Gauge
23
Parking Brake
23
Using Air Brakes
24
Stopping Distance
25
Air Conditioners
27
Air Suspension System
29
Semi-Automatic Leveling System
33
Leveling Procedure
34
Emergency Retracting Procedure
36
Carbon Monoxide Safety Precautions
39
Carbon Monoxide Detector
40
Driver's Controls
41
Instrument Panel
41
Shift Selector (Side-Pod)
42
Engine Temperature Gauges
42
Cruise Control Operation
43
Driving Vehicle Control
45
Engine & Transmission
45
Driving on Downgrades
47
Using the Engine to Slow the Motor Home
47
Gear Preselection
47
PAC Brake Retarder (Exhaust Brake)
48
Mirrors & Parking
48
General Driving Tips
49
Electrical Chassis Systems
51
Auxiliary Start System
52
Electrical House Systems 12-& 120-Volt
53
12-Volt System
53
Battery Disconnect
53
Battery Inspection & Care
54
Battery Charging
55
Solar Panel
56
Selecting a Replacement Battery
56
120-Volt System
56
Power Cord Hook-Up
57
Power Converter
58
Powerinverter
58
Ground Fault Interrupter
59
House Fuses & Circuit Breakers
60
Electrical System Wiring
61
Emergency Towing
72
Engine Access
73
Is Engine Operation
75
Normal Starting Procedure
75
Normalshut-Downprocedure
77
Entertainment Equipment
79
TV Antenna
79
Front TV Power Lift
81
Digital Satellite System (Optional)
81
Entry Assist Handle
83
Entry Doors & Screens
85
Entry Step
87
Pneumatic Stepwell Cover
88
Stepwell Cover Operation
88
Exhaust System Heat
89
Exterior Maintenance
91
Exterior Finish
91
Stains
92
Windows, Doors, Vents & Locks
92
Cleaning
93
Care
93
Sealant Renewal
94
Aluminnm Wheels
96
Maintenance Chart
97
Fire Safety
99
Fire Safety Precautions
99
Smoke Detector
101
Fresh Water System
107
Filling the Fresh Water Tank
109
The Water Pump
114
Water Filter
114
Exterior Shower
116
Fuel System
119
Fuel Fill
119
Fuel Recommendations
120
Furnace(S)
121
Furnace Filter Replacement
121
Generator
123
Generator Operation
123
Generator Operating Safety Precautions
124
Generator Maintenance
126
Interior & Furnishings
127
Effects of Long-Term Occupanc;Y
127
Ventilate with Outside Air
128
Ventilate Closets and Cabinets
128
Instal
129
Dinette Conversion
129
Folding Doors/Privacy Curtain Dividers
130
Overhead Vents
131
Folding Chairs
131
Sun Visors
131
American Dream
132
Mini-Blinds
132
Interior Maintenance
133
Cutting Block
133
Counter Tops
133
Laminate Top Care
134
Floors & Carpeting
134
Tile Care
134
LP Gas Safety Precautions
136
System Components
138
Hoses
138
LP Gas Regulator
139
Filling LP Gas Tanks
141
LP Leak Detector
143
Lighting LP Gas Appliances
145
Maintenance Chart
147
Miscellaneous Appliances
149
Monitor Panel
151
Electrical Monitor Panel
152
Motor Home Loading
155
Responsibility for Proper Loading
155
A few Definitions First
155
Carrying Cap'acity Tag
155
Towing a Vehicle or Trailer
158
Range Hood
167
Rear View Audio/Videq Monitor
169
Refrigerator
171
Three-Way Automatic Refrigerator
171
Two-Way Automatic Refrigerator (Optional)
171
Seats and Seat Belts
173
Safety Belt Maintenance
174
Safety Restraints for Children
175
Safety Belts for Children
175
Service
177
Storage
179
Interior Storage
180
Storage Checklists
183
Short-Term Storage
185
Tires
189
Tire Inflation
189
Tire Replacement
190
If You Get a Flattire
190
Towing a Vehicle
191
Transmission Operation
193
Wastewater System
197
Toilet
197
Draining the Holding Tanks
197
Holding Tank Care
200
Water Heater
203
Water Heater Bypass Valve
204
Windows
205
Winterization
207
Water System Winterizing
207
Specifications
211
Lamps & Bulbs
211
Fuses & Circuit Breakers
212
120-Volt Circuits
212
12-Volt Circliits
212
Tank Capacities
214
Generator Filters
214
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Brand
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Model
American Dream 1997
Category
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Language
English
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