CHASSIS INFORMATION - 10
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WINTER (32º to -25º F) (0º to -32º
C): Use a 50% antifreeze to 50%
water coolant mixture, use multi-
viscosity oil meeting manufacturers
speci cations and fuel to have
maximum cloud pour points 10º
F (6º C) lower than the ambient
temperature in which the motorhome
operates.
ARCTIC (-25º to -65º F) (-32º to
-52º C): Use a 60% antifreeze to
40% water coolant mixture. Use oil
meeting manufacturers speci cations
and fuel to have maximum cloud
pour points 10º F (6º C) lower than
the ambient temperature in which the
motorhome operates.
INFORMATION:
Refer to the engine manufacturer’s
Owner’s Manual for more detailed
information.
NOTE:
The engine is filled with Texaco URSA
Super Plus SAE 15-40w multi-viscosity
oil from the factory. Generally this will
start the engine in temperature down
to 15º F. If the engine has normalized
to a temperature below 15º F it will be
necessary to pre-heat the engine before
starting.
CAUTION:
Upon cranking an engine in cold
temperature, the starter may rapidly
engage and disengage. If this occurs
STOP attempting to crank the engine
to prevent starter damage. Pre-heat
the engine before making further
attempts to start.
Block Heat:
The block heater is rated between 850 and
1500 watts, depending on engine size. For
ef ciency hook to shore power, or plug the
block heater cord to a separate power cord
rated for 15 Amps and a GFCI protected outlet
rated at 20 Amps. The engine may require
several hours of pre-heating before starting. It is
recommended to start preheating
the engine the night before
departure.
To Use the Block Heater:
Hook to shore power
and plug the block heater
cord into the block heater
receptacle (both are
located in rear roadside
compartment).
Tips:
1. When operating below 32º F, the block
heater preheat can enhance engine
starting by easing cranking and helping
to prevent engine mis re and white
smoke during starting.
2. Always follow the recommended oil,
fuel, and coolant speci cations as
outlined in the OEM Engine Manual.
Proper oil viscosity and coolant
concentration eases engine starting and
helps to avoid engine damage.
3. Allow the engine to idle until
suf ciently warm for operation. Utilize
the fast idle feature to quicken the
process. Wait to operate the motorhome
for at least three minutes or until the
coolant temperature begins to rise.
4. Check air inlet and lter daily, or
as necessary, when driving in snow
conditions.
5. The demand on batteries increases
during winter; check and service the
batteries frequently to help ensure
trouble-free starts.
6. Start out slowly with the motorhome
to allow the transmission and axle
lubricants time to circulate and warm
before putting them under full load.
WARNING:
DO NOT use ether cold starting additives
to start the engine as damage may occur.
090480
Outlet located
in rear roadside
compartment.
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