Winnebago Sunflyer User Manual

TO THE OWNER
Congratulations! We welcome you to the exciting world of motor home travel and camping. You will
find it convenient and enjoyable to have all the comforts of home and still enjoy the great outdoors wher-
ever you choose to go.
Your motor home has been carefully designed, engineered and manufactured to provide dependability
as well as safety. Before sliding into the driver’s seat, take a few minutes to become familiar with opera-
tions and features. This manual was prepared to aid you in the proper care and operation of the vehicle and
equipment. We urge you to read it completely. In addition, spend some time with the dealer when you take
delivery, you will want to learn all you can about your new motor home.
Your new motor home is covered by a factory warranty against defects in material and workmanship.
This warranty should be validated at once and returned to the factory by your dealer.
Read and understand all instructions and precautions in this manual before operating your new motor
home.
About Safety Messages Used in This Manual
Throughout this manual, certain items are labeled Note, Caution, Warning or Danger. These terms alert
you to precautions that may involved damage to your vehicle or a risk to your personal safety. Read and
follow them carefully.
.
DANGER indicates a directly hazard-
ous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious personal
injury.
WARNING indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or seri-
ous personal injury.
This SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL is used to draw your attention to issues which could involved
potential personal injury. This symbol is used throughout this manual and/or on labels affixed
on or near various equipment in this motor home.
DANGER
WARNING
132000-16-004June 2003

Winnebago Sunflyer Specifications

General

Brand	Winnebago
Model	Sunflyer
Category	Motorhomes
Language	English

Summary

To The Owner

About Safety Messages Used in This Manual

Explains the meaning of safety alert symbols like Danger, Warning, and Caution.

Section 1 Safety Precautions

General Warnings

Provides general safety guidelines for vehicle occupants.

Driving Safety Tips

Offers crucial safety tips for operating the motor home.

Fuel and LP Gas Safety

Details safety precautions for fuel and LP gas systems.

Electrical System Safety

Covers essential safety practices for the electrical system.

Carbon Monoxide Alarm

Explains the function and testing of the carbon monoxide alarm.

Section 2 Driving Your Motorhome

Before Entering Your Vehicle Checklist

Lists essential pre-drive checks for safety and operation.

Seat Belt Usage and Safety

Details proper use and importance of seat belts for safety.

Instrument Panel Gauges and Controls

Identifies and explains key gauges and controls on the dashboard.

Slideout Room Extension Operation

Guides the user on extending and retracting the slideout room.

Section 3 In Case of Driving Emergency

Motor Home Jacking and Tire Changing

Provides instructions for safely changing a tire.

Engine Overheat Procedures

Offers guidance on what to do if the engine overheats.

Section 4 Traveling With Your Motorhome

Loading the Vehicle Safely

Advises on proper weight distribution and load capacity.

Pre-Travel Vehicle Checklist

Offers a checklist for essential pre-trip vehicle inspections.

Severe Weather Information and Precautions

Offers precautions and advice for dealing with severe weather.

Section 5 LP Gas System

Safe Use of the LP Gas System

Details essential safety practices for operating the LP gas system.

LP Gas Leak Detection and Response

Explains procedures to follow if an LP gas leak is suspected.

Section 6 Electrical Systems

110-Volt AC System Operation

Explains the operation of the 110-volt AC power system.

Power Converter System Function

Details how the power converter changes AC to DC current.

Battery Maintenance Guidelines

Provides guidelines for maintaining lead-acid batteries.

Section 7 Plumbing Systems

Fresh Water System Overview

Explains the fresh water system and its sources.

Water Pump Operation

Details the operation and switches for the water pump.

Disinfecting Fresh Water Systems

Provides a procedure for disinfecting the fresh water system.

Section 8 Appliances & Interior Features

Refrigerator Operation and Leveling

Explains the operation and leveling requirements for the refrigerator.

LP Gas Furnace Start-Up

Details the start-up procedure for the LP gas furnace.

Electronic Thermostat Controls

Explains how to operate the electronic thermostat for heating/cooling.

Sleep Number Bed Usage

Guides on using and adjusting the Sleep Number bed for comfort.

Section 9 Care & Maintenance

Exterior Care and Cleaning

Covers general care for the exterior finish and components.

Interior Fabric Cleaning

Provides cleaning instructions for interior fabrics and carpets.

Tire Maintenance and Inspection

Discusses tire maintenance, pressure, and wear.

Section 10 Storing Your Motor Home

Preparing Vehicle for Storage

Outlines steps for preparing the vehicle for storage.

Cold Weather Storage Procedure (Winterizing)

Details the process of winterizing the motor home's systems.

Important Serial Numbers and Records

Emergency Information Record

Provides space to record critical dealer and insurance contact details.

Maintenance Record Log

Offers a log for tracking service performed on the vehicle.

Fuel and Oil Record Log

Offers a log for tracking fuel and oil consumption and costs.