Grand Design Imagine - GRAND DESIGN RV, LLC ONE YEAR LIMITED BASE WARRANTY

Grand Design Imagine

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Table of Contents

Table of Contents5
Introduction7
- About this Manual7
- The Vehicle Identification Number8
- Safety Precautions9
Reporting Safety Defects12
Service & Warranty13
Grand Design RV, LLC ONE YEAR LIMITED BASE WARRANTY19
Grand Design RV, LLC THREE YEAR LIMITED STRUCTURAL WARRANTY25
Component Manufacturer Contact Information31
Component Manufacturer Warranty Information32
Occupant Safety33
- Emergency Weather Planning34
- Emergency Egress Window34
- Repairing Severe Weather Damage34
- Fire Safety35
- Operation36
- Fire Extinguisher36
- Smoke Alarm37
- Disposal37
- If this Alarm Sounds37
- How to Test37
- Carbon Monoxide38
- Battery38
- Carbon Monoxide Alarm39
- What You Should Do if the Alarm Sounds39
- Propane Gas Alarm40
- Testing the CO Alarm40
- Indoor Air Quality41
- If the Alarm Sounds41
- Testing the Propane Leak Alarm41
- Battery or Converter Power Source41
- EPA Recommendations42
- Chemical Sensitivity43
- Formaldehyde44
- Effects of Prolonged Occupancy44
- California Air Resource Board Notice44
- Tips to Controlling Condensation45
- Cold Weather Usage47
- Websites of Interest48
- Disclaimer of Endorsement49
- Tow Vehicle Disclaimer51
Pre-Travel Information51
- Vehicle Labels52
- Weight Ratings and Definitions52
- Weight Labels52
- Cargo Capacities53
- Federal Certification Label53
- Tire and Loading Information Label53
- Loading Your Dry54
- Weighing Your Tow Vehicle and RV55
- Tire Safety Information56
- To Determine the Wheel Position Weight56
- Safety First - Basic Tire Maintenance57
- Recommended Tire Pressure and Load Limits57
- Understanding Tire Pressure and Load Limits57
- Tire Safety Tips59
- Preventing Tire Damage59
- Tire Safety Checklist59
- Tire Size60
- Tire Labeling60
- Tire Size and Type Designation60
- Tire Tread60
- US Dot Tire Identification Number61
- Tire Ply Composition and Materials Used61
- Maximum Load Rating61
- How Overloading Affects Your RV and Tires62
- Max Permissible Inflation Pressure62
- Speed Rating62
- Tire Changing Basics63
- Spare Tire63
- Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit63
- Wheel Nut Torque63
- Torque Pattern64
- Emergency Stopping65
- Emergency Towing65
- Towing and Leveling67
- RV Driving Schools and Seminars67
- RV Braking System68
- Tow Vehicle Battery68
- Battery Isolator68
- Braking System Components Include68
- Maintenance69
- Breakaway Switch69
- 7-Way Wire Harness/Connector Plug69
- Brake Controller69
- Safety Chains70
- Tow Vehicle Hitch70
- Hitch Weight71
- Hitch Height and Hitch Ball71
- Sway Control71
- Suggestions for Sway Situations71
- Travel Trailer Hitching Procedure72
- Weight Distribution System72
- Stabilizer Jacks72
- Towing the RV73
- Passenger Safety74
- Vehicle Clearance74
- Turning Corners74
- Backing up74
- Before Operating the Leveling System Make Sure75
- Leveling the RV75
- Parking75
- Travel Trailer Set up75
- Electrical System Maintenance77
- 120-Volt AC System77
Electrical Systems77
- 120-Volt Circuit Breakers78
- Shore Line Power Cord78
- Maintenance and Replacement78
- Connecting the Power Cord78
- Converter79
- GFCI Receptacle80
- Calculating Electrical Load80
- Inspection and Maintenance80
- Test All GFCI Receptacles Monthly80
- Dry Camping81
- Battery Disconnect Switch81
- Auxiliary Battery81
- 12-Volt DC System81
- 12-Volt Fuse Panel82
- 12-Volt DC Outlet83
- Solar Port83
- Replacing Light Bulbs83
- Replacing a Fuse83
- Approximate Electrical Load Ratings84
- Fresh Water System85
- Monitor Panel85
Plumbing Systems85
- Fresh Water Holding Tank86
- Water Pressure Regulator86
- Water Pump Switch86
- Water Heater Switch86
- Fresh Water Connections87
- How to Use the City Water Fill87
- 12-Volt Water Pump88
- To Disconnect the City Water Fill88
- Water Heater89
- Draining and Winterization89
- Odor from the Hot Water System89
- High Altitude Deration89
- Pressure and Temperature Relief Valve90
- Water Heater Bypass90
- Spray Port91
- Faucets91
- Bathroom Shower91
- Draining the Fresh Water System92
- Sanitizing the Potable Water System93
- Winterizing the Plumbing System94
- When You Are Done Adding RV Antifreeze95
Water Heater Bypass 3-Valve System96
- Winterizing and Sanitizing 3-Valve System97
- Black/Grey Water System98
- Drain Pipes with P-Traps98
- Drain Pipes with Dry Sealing Valve98
- Vents and Vent Pipes99
- Black/Grey Water Holding Tanks99
- Emptying the Black and Grey Water Tanks99
- Black Tank Flusher100
- Toilet100
- Sewage Tank Preparation101
- Waste Holding Tank Preparation101
- Cleaning and Maintenance101
- Propane Systems103
- Propane Gas103
- Propane Leak Test103
- Propane Gas Container104
- Propane Alarm104
- Servicing or Filling105
- LP Gas Container Overfill105
- Installing the Propane Cylinders105
- Propane Regulator106
- Propane System Hoses, Tubes, Pipes and Fittings107
- Using the Propane System108
- Cooking with Propane108
- Calculating Propane Usage108
- Traveling with Propane109
- In Case of a Grease Fire111
- Refrigerator111
- Microwave111
Appliances111
- Range Hood112
- Range Top with Oven112
- Oven112
- DVD Operation113
- Audio/Visual System Guide113
- CD Operation113
Electronics113
- TV Reception Basics114
- TV Signal Booster114
- TV Roof Antenna114
- To Ensure Proper Reception, When Using Digital TV114
- When Using Analog TV115
- To Raise and Rotate the TV Antenna115
- To Lower the TV Antenna115
- Cable/Satellite Outlet116
- Heating and Cooling117
- Ducting and Return Air117
- Roof Vent117
- Air Conditioner117
- Air Conditioner Gasket118
- Furnace118
- Capability Vs. Environment118
- Fireplace119
- Patio Awning119
Slideout Systems121
- Schwintek Inwall Slideout System122
- Troubleshooting the Schwintek In-Wall System123
- Error Codes123
- Checking Fuses123
- Low Voltage124
- Only One Side Moving124
- Schwintek Inwall Slide System Maintenance124
- Cleaning the Interior125
- Recliner Sofa or Loveseat125
- Free Standing Table and Chairs125
- Furniture Upholstery125
- Paneling126
- Decor Items/Glass126
- Pantry126
- Vinyl Upholstery126
- Cabinetry and Tables127
- Laminate Countertops127
- Solid Surface Countertops127
- Flooring128
- Carpet128
- Vinyl Flooring128
- ABS Plastic129
- Shower Walls and Base129
- Sink and Shower Fixtures129
Convert Sofa into a Bed130
Convert Dinette into a Bed131
- Cleaning the Exterior133
- Washing133
- During Cold Weather134
- Exterior Roof and Sidewalls Vents135
- Waxing Your RV135
- Cleaning Plastic Parts135
- Chrome Parts135
- Windows136
- Trailer Frame136
- Roof Ladder136
- Sealant136
- RV Storage137
- Prior to Storage138
- During Storage Period138
- Suggested Maintenance Checklist139
- Prior to First Trip139
- First Two Hundred Miles139
- Each Trip139
Required Maintenance Schedule140
Required Maintenance Schedule141
- Electrical Power143
- Portable Generator143
Basic Troubleshooting143
- Interior Lights144
- Outside Receptacle145
- Roof Air Conditioner147
- Running Lights148
- Termination Valve149
- TV Antenna149
- Waste Tank150
- Water Pump151
- Water System152
Glossary153
Index164

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