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Jayco Eagle Eagle Super Lite User Manual

Jayco Eagle Eagle Super Lite
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Travel Trailer
and
Fifth Wheel
Owner’s Manual
Model Year 2009

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Jayco Eagle Eagle Super Lite Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandJayco
ModelEagle Eagle Super Lite
CategoryMotorhomes
LanguageEnglish

Summary

SECTION 1 WARRANTY & SERVICE

SAFETY ALERTS

Information on safety procedures and warnings for informed decisions.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITY

Owner's role in maintenance, warranty, and insurance.

SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE

Tips for getting warranty and repair service from dealers.

JAYCO CUSTOMER FIRST EMERGENCY ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE

Details on 24/7 motorist assistance provided by Jayco.

TOWABLE LIMITED WARRANTY

Details of the 2-year limited warranty for the recreational vehicle.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

List of items and conditions not covered by the limited warranty.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Owner's responsibility for proper care and maintenance.

SECTION 2 OCCUPANT SAFETY

EMERGENCY WEATHER PLANNING

Planning and precautions for severe weather conditions while camping.

FIRE SAFETY

General fire safety practices, evacuation plans, and fire prevention.

CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM

Hazards, symptoms, and actions related to carbon monoxide.

PROPANE ALARM

Function, detection, and precautions for the propane leak alarm.

FUEL SAFETY

Dangers associated with fuel and safe fueling practices.

SECTION 3 PRE-TRAVEL INFORMATION

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) EXPLAINED

Explanation of the VIN and its components for RV identification.

TOW VEHICLE

Considerations for selecting and using a tow vehicle for the RV.

HITCH (CUSTOMER SUPPLIED)

Importance of proper hitch selection for safe towing.

RV BRAKE SYSTEM

Proper maintenance and use of the RV's electric brake system.

LOADING YOUR RV

Guidelines for loading the RV to avoid exceeding weight limits.

WEIGHING YOUR TOW VEHICLE & RV

Instructions on how to weigh the loaded RV and tow vehicle.

RV DEPARTURE CHECKLIST

Preliminary checklist of items to verify before departing.

SECTION 4 TOWING & HANDLING

DRIVING & ALCOHOL

Warnings and advice regarding driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

SAFETY CHAINS

Requirements and proper installation of safety chains for towing.

TRAVEL TRAILER HITCHING PROCEDURE

Step-by-step procedure for hitching a travel trailer.

FIFTH WHEEL HITCHING PROCEDURE

Step-by-step procedure for hitching a fifth wheel trailer.

TOWING

General advice and warnings about towing your RV.

Turning Corners

Tips for safely navigating turns with an RV.

Backing up

Guidance for safely backing up the RV into a campsite.

EMERGENCY STOPPING

Procedures for safe emergency stops and using warning signals.

SECTION 5 RV TIRES

CHANGING THE TIRE

Step-by-step guide for safely changing an RV tire.

WHEEL LUGS

Importance of proper wheel lug torque and maintenance.

WHEEL LUG TORQUE CHART

Chart detailing torque specifications for wheel lug nuts.

SECTION 6 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - 30 AMP

IN CASE OF AN ELECTRICAL FIRE

Procedures to follow in the event of an electrical fire in the RV.

120-VOLT AC SYSTEM

Overview of the RV's 120-volt AC power system and its capacity.

30 AMP POWER CORD

Proper connection and use of the RV's 30 amp power cord.

GFCI RECEPTACLE OUTLET

Importance of GFCI outlets for personal protection from electrical shock.

CALCULATING ELECTRICAL LOAD

How to calculate appliance load and manage the RV's 30-amp system.

AUXILIARY BATTERY (CUSTOMER SUPPLIED)

Role and selection of an auxiliary battery for 12-volt power.

SECTION 7 PLUMBING SYSTEMS

THE FRESH WATER SYSTEM

Overview of the fresh water system components and maintenance.

FRESH WATER CONNECTIONS

Procedures for connecting and filling the fresh water system.

WATER PRESSURE REGULATOR (CUSTOMER SUPPLIED)

Importance of a pressure regulator for city water connections.

12-VOLT WATER PUMP & SWITCH

Operation and maintenance of the RV's 12-volt water pump.

SANITIZING THE PLUMBING SYSTEM

Procedures for sanitizing the RV's potable water system.

WINTERIZING THE PLUMBING SYSTEM

Methods for winterizing the RV plumbing system.

BLACK & GREY TANK DRAINS

Procedures for draining black and grey water tanks.

TOILET

Proper operation and maintenance of the RV toilet.

SECTION 8 PROPANE SYSTEM

PROPANE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Essential safety guidelines for handling and using propane gas.

HOW TO LEAK TEST THE PROPANE SYSTEM

Detailed instructions for performing propane leak tests.

INSTALLING PROPANE CYLINDER(S)

Step-by-step instructions for installing propane cylinders.

USING THE PROPANE SYSTEM

Steps for operating propane appliances and safety during use.

TRAVELING WITH PROPANE

Safety precautions when transporting propane and traveling.

SECTION 9 SLIDEOUT SYSTEMS

OPERATING THE SLIDEOUT

Step-by-step instructions for operating the RV slideout room.

TROUBLESHOOTING THE SLIDEOUT

Common issues and troubleshooting steps for slideout systems.

SECTION 10 CAMPING & OPERATING

COLD WEATHER USAGE

Precautions and considerations for using the RV in sub-freezing temperatures.

CONDENSATION

Causes, effects, and methods to reduce condensation in the RV.

SETTING UP YOUR CAMPSITE

Steps for setting up the RV campsite, including un-hitching.

Leveling the RV

Importance and methods for leveling the RV at a campsite.

FURNACE (IF SO EQUIPPED)

Operation and safety precautions for the RV furnace.

KITCHEN STOVE, RANGE OR OVEN (IF SO EQUIPPED)

Safe operation of the kitchen stove, range, and oven.

IN CASE OF A GREASE FIRE

Safety procedures to follow in the event of a grease fire.

BBQ GRILL (IF SO EQUIPPED)

Safety and connection instructions for the RV propane BBQ grill.

SECTION 11 STORAGE & MAINTENANCE

CLEANING THE INTERIOR

Recommended materials and procedures for cleaning the RV interior.

CLEANING THE EXTERIOR

Procedures for washing and protecting the RV's exterior finish.

E-Z LUBE AXLE

How to lubricate the EZ Lube axles for bearing maintenance.

RUBBER ROOF

Information on cleaning and maintaining the RV's rubber roof.

SEALANTS

Importance of inspecting and maintaining exterior sealants to prevent water damage.

STORAGE CHECKLIST

Comprehensive checklist for preparing the RV for storage.

MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST

A quick reference for suggested regular maintenance tasks.

SECTION 12 SPECIFICATIONS & GLOSSARY

OEM LIST

Contact information for original equipment manufacturers of RV components.

APPROXIMATE ELECTRICAL LOAD RATINGS

Estimated electrical load ratings for 120-volt and 12-volt systems.

GLOSSARY OF TERMS

Definitions of common terms used in the RV owner's manual.

GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING (GVWR)

Maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded vehicle.

TIRE RATINGS

Maximum load a tire can carry and corresponding inflation pressure.

UNLOADED VEHICLE WEIGHT (UVW)

The weight of the vehicle as built at the factory.

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