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Fleetwood Flair 2000 User Manual

Fleetwood Flair 2000
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Fleetwood Flair 2000 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandFleetwood
ModelFlair 2000
CategoryMotorhomes
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Limited One-Year/Three-Year Warranty

Owner's Obligations

Details owner's responsibilities for normal maintenance and warranty claims.

Warranty Details

What is Not Covered by Express Warranty

Lists exclusions and limitations of the warranty coverage.

Safety Regulations: LP Gas Systems and Appliances

Flammable Liquid Storage Warning

Warning against storing flammable liquids like LP gas containers inside the vehicle.

Introduction

Warranty Service Contact Numbers

Lists helpful phone numbers for appliance service and warranty information.

Reporting Safety Defects

How to report vehicle defects that could cause crashes or injury.

Suspension Alignment and Tire Balance

Warnings and Concepts for Safe Operation

Vehicle Crash Risks and Defensive Driving

Discusses vehicle damage, injury risks, and defensive driving practices.

On The Road

Motor Home Loading

Provides information on proper and safe loading of the motor home.

Vehicle Towing Guidelines

Information on towing weight limits, hitches, and brake controls.

Responsibility for Proper Loading

Emphasizes the operator's responsibility for safe loading.

Net Carrying Capacity (NCC)

Defines the maximum weight of occupants and cargo.

Towing a Vehicle or Trailer

Provides guidelines and warnings for towing vehicles or trailers.

Additional Towing Guidelines

Advice on hitch types, tongue weight limits, and consulting manuals.

Exceeding Load Ratings Warning

Warns that exceeding GVWR, GCWR, etc., can cause crashes and void warranties.

Carrying Capacity and Load Distribution

Explains how to distribute weight safely within the motor home.

Weighing Motor Home (No Trailer)

Instructions for weighing the motor home without a towed vehicle.

Weighing Motor Home With Trailer

Instructions for weighing the motor home and towed vehicle together.

Consequences of Exceeding Weight Ratings

Lists negative effects of exceeding weight limits, including safety and warranty.

Loading Tips

Provides essential tips for safely loading cargo and equipment.

Flammable Material Storage Warning

Warning against storing flammable materials like LP gas inside the motor home.

Tire Inflation Procedures

Guidelines for proper tire inflation and initial pressure adjustments.

Flat Tire Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for handling a flat tire situation safely.

Tire Change Safety Warning

Advises against changing tires oneself to avoid injury or damage.

Seats and Seat Belts

Information on proper use and maintenance of seats and seat belts.

Proper Seat Belt Use Warning

Emphasizes wearing safety belts correctly for maximum protection.

Shoulder Belt Positioning Warning

Instructs on correct shoulder belt placement to avoid injury.

Safety Restraints for Children

Provides guidance on using safety restraints for children.

Safety Belts for Children

Advice on proper positioning of safety belts for children.

Safety Seats for Children

Recommendations for using child safety seats and proper installation.

Driving and Vehicle Control

Information on operating the motor home safely while driving.

Using Engine Braking

Explains how to use the engine for slowing the vehicle on grades.

Parking/Idling Over Combustibles Warning

Warns against parking or idling over flammable materials due to exhaust heat.

Fuel Cap Removal Warning

Warns about slowly releasing fuel cap pressure to prevent spray.

Carbon Monoxide Safety Precautions

Essential precautions to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.

Operating Engine While Sleeping Warning

Warns against operating engines while sleeping due to CO poisoning risk.

Exhaust Gas Dispersion Warning

Advises ensuring safe dispersion of exhaust gases and monitoring outside conditions.

Carbon Monoxide Detector/Alarm

Explains the function of the CO detector and testing procedures.

Emergency Towing Procedures

Guidelines and precautions for emergency towing of the motor home.

Towing From Rear Caution

Warns against towing from the rear due to potential suspension and tire failure.

Leveling System as Jack Warning

Warns against using the leveling system as a jack due to potential instability.

Driver's Controls

Living With Your Motor Home

Emergency Exit Window

Explains the purpose and operation of the emergency exit window.

Hazardous Chemical Storage Warning

Warns against storing flammable or hazardous chemicals inside due to toxic fumes.

Condensation Control

Explains condensation causes and methods for control.

Reducing Condensation Problems

Key actions are reducing moisture release and increasing ventilation.

Reducing Moisture Release

Lists actions to minimize moisture generation inside the RV.

Increasing Ventilation

Steps to increase air circulation to reduce condensation.

Emergency Exit Window Access Warning

Warns not to cover emergency exit windows, keeping them accessible.

Fire Safety Precautions

Essential precautions to prevent and manage fires in the motor home.

LP Gas and Flammable Liquids Warning

Warns against storing LP gas or flammable liquids inside the motor home.

Urethane Foam Flammability Warning

Warns about urethane foam's flammability and hazards of burning foam.

Fueling Safety Precautions

Safety steps before refueling, turning off appliances, and handling pilot lights.

Fire Safety Actions

Actions to take during a fire and considerations for major fires.

Smoke Detector/Alarm

Explains the function of the smoke detector and testing procedures.

Plumbing Systems

Troubleshooting Fresh Water System

Guide to diagnosing and resolving issues in the fresh water system.

Water System Leaks

Discusses causes of leaks, checking fittings, and preventing freezing damage.

Sanitizing Fresh Water System

Step-by-step procedure for sanitizing the water tank and piping with bleach.

Draining the Holding Tanks

Instructions and warnings for draining the holding tanks.

Holding Tank Draining Warning

Stresses draining tanks into approved dump stations and regular rinsing.

Electrical Systems

Battery Charging Safety Guidelines

Safety guidelines for charging batteries, including warnings.

Battery Charging Hazards Warning

Warns about hydrogen gas, electrolyte contact, and electrical sparks during charging.

120-Volt System Grounding Warning

Warns against operating the 120-volt system without a proper ground due to electrocution risk.

Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)

Explains GFCI purpose, testing, and troubleshooting.

Fuse and Breaker Rating Warning

Warns against using fuses/breakers with higher amperage ratings than specified.

Generator Operation

Describes the gasoline or LP gas generator and its control panel.

Generator Operating Safety Precautions

General safety precautions for generator operation.

Generator Compartment Warning

Warns against placing flammable materials in the generator compartment.

Generator Safety Warnings

Covers warnings for sleeping operation, location, modification, ventilation, and exhaust gases.

LP Gas System

LP Gas Safety Precautions

Essential precautions to prevent hazards associated with LP gas.

LP Gas Hazards and Leak Detection

Covers hazards, detection methods, inspection, and drilling precautions.

Storing LP Gas Containers

Advises storing containers outside, with valves closed and plugged.

LP Gas Container Filling Limit

Warns that overfilling can cause fire and explosion due to uncontrolled gas flow.

LP Gas Regulator Vent Installation

Specifies correct installation of LP gas regulators with downward-facing vents.

Regulator Adjustment Warning

Warns against adjusting the regulator, as it is preset by the manufacturer.

Filling LP Gas Tanks

Instructions and warnings for filling LP gas tanks.

LP Gas Tank Filling Warning

Warns against overfilling LP gas containers and the associated fire hazard.

Valves Off Before Filling Warning

Instructs to turn off LP gas valves and pilot lights before refueling.

LP Gas System Leak Checks

Describes how to check for gas leaks, including detecting odors and using soap solution.

Performing LP Gas Leak Check

Step-by-step guide for performing a leak check on the LP gas system.

Open Flame Leak Check Warning

Warns against using open flames or household detergents for leak checks.

Appliances

Portable Appliance Heating Warning

Warns that portable fuel-burning appliances are unsafe for heating due to asphyxiation risk.

Maintenance

Storage

Winterization Procedures

Covers engine, generator, LP gas, appliances, and water systems winterization.

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