EXTERIOR FEATURES AND COMPONENTS
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THOR MOTOR COACH | MADE TO FIT
Typical powered
entry steps.
Depending upon
motorhome
model, steps
m a y have one
or more treads.
Powered Entry Steps
TMC motorhomes may be equipped with powered entry
steps. Depending on the size of the motorhome, powered
steps will consist of one, two, or more treads.
Typical powered entry step switch (center). Configuration may vary,
however, all will be located near the entry door of the motorhome.
Powered entry steps make entering and exiting the motor-
home both safe and convenient (as compared to manually
deployed steps). When enabled, the steps automatically
deploy, or lower, when the entry door is opened and auto-
matically retract, or raise, when the entry door is closed.
Operating Powered Entry Steps
Powered steps are equipped with an ENABLE/DISABLE
switch conveniently located near the entrance door, so that
when parked and there is increased foot trac in-and-out of
the entry door, the steps can remain in the extended or down
position. is eliminates unnecessary step deployment and
retraction. When the time comes to move the motorhome,
this switch should always be placed in the ON or ENABLED
position, so that the steps will retract when the entry door
is closed for departure.
Normal operating mode, power switch ON:
1. Open the motorhome entry door; steps will automatical-
ly extend and lock when in the fully extended position.
2. Close the motorhome entry door; steps will automati-
cally retract to the stowed position.
Securing the entry steps in the EXTENDED
position, power switch OFF:
1. Open the entry door; the steps should automatically
extend. Look down and conrm that the steps have
deployed and it is safe to exit the motorhome.
2. Exit the motorhome, while keeping the entry door open.
3. Locate the step power switch and press or turn it to the
OFF position.
4. Close the entry door; the steps should remain deployed.
WITH THE POWER SWITCH IN THE ‘ON’ POSITION,
AND THE ENTRY DOOR ‘OPEN’, IT IS POSSIBLE TO
DRIVE OFF WITH THE STEPS EXTENDED. SEVERE
PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR DAMAGE TO THE STEPS
AND MOTORHOME MAY OCCUR.
ALWAYS ENSURE THAT THE ENTRY DOOR IS FULLY
CLOSED AND THE STEPS ARE RETRACTED BEFORE
MOVING AND/OR DRIVING THE MOTORHOME.
WARNING
• Prior to exiting the motorhome, always look
downward to confirm that the entry steps are
deployed (extended). It is possible to lock the
steps in the retracted position or the steps have
malfunctioned. Injuries caused by slips or falls are
possible.
• Always use the handrails when entering and exiting
the motorhome. Severe bodily injury could occur
from a slip or fall.
CAUTION
• Steps must always be operated with a fully charged
battery (12-volt electrical supply).
• Electric steps are designed to detect obstacles in the
way of operation by sensing excessive amperage.
Without a fully-charged battery, the steps may
malfunction, which could cause severe personal
bodily injury.
CAUTION
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