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1. Caution Disconnect the 120 VAC electrical power cord and the negative terminal from the coach batteries BEFORE working on the Zephyr electrical system Caution If the Zephyr ever requires any welding operations on the frame first disconnect the chassis batteries Failure to do so will destroy all of the chassis computer system When batteries Figure 7 6 ate not used for extended periods of time they will gradually lose their electrical charge Therefore it is necessary periodically to recharge the batteries to increase the operational lives of the batteries It is also necessaty to check the external condition of the batteries on a regular basis Look for cracks in the battery case and cover Check the vent plugs and replace them if they are cracked or OA A broken Keep the battery clean Since accumulations of dirt and acid residue around the battery terminals may provide an electrical path for a sk discharging the battery the area around the terminals should Figure 7 6 Maintenance Free House Batteries be cleaned periodically One can use an old toothbrush and a Compartment sparse amount of a diluted solution of baking soda sodium bicarbonate and water distilled or de ionized preferred tap water acceptable to clean and neutralize any acidic build up around the battery terminals If there is any foaming on the top of the battery this indicates that acidic residues are being neutralized Rinse the cleane
2. Do not use harsh detergents acids or abrasives which may scratch or dull the surfaces The applicator cloth sponge or soft bristled brush should be non metallic and non abrasive Important Remember to check periodically the tightness of your wheel lug nuts Roof Care and Maintenance Proper care and maintenance of your motor home including your roof is important for sustained trouble free performance Normal maintenance is simple and easy and does not require special materials The roof of the motor home is fiberglass and can be cared for in the conventional manner Keep the roof clean one should clean the roof at least every three months The roof should be professionally inspected on an annual basis for leaks Sealant may be necessary in the second year of ownership 145 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Warning Use caution when working on the top of your motor home The wet roof may be extremely slippery and as such a possible safety hazard Moisture Management This section outlines important recommendations to manage moisture in your motor home to avoid moisture related damage such as mold which is caused by moisture The materials and methods used to construct your motor home were selected in part to minimize air leakage and to create a weather tight exterior shell However in order to protect your investment and reduce the risk of moisture related damage and costly repairs attention and care has to be taken to manage
3. Monthly 14 34 Every Three Months 14 34 Every Six Months 14 34 Annually 14 35 Winterizing 14 35 De Winterizing 14 36 Chapter 15 Maintenance Data Charts Motor Home Owner s Data Sheet 15 2 Motor Home Maintenance Record 15 3 Motor Home Maintenance Record 15 4 Motor Home Maintenance Record 15 5 Motor Home Maintenance Record 15 6 Motor Home Maintenance Record 15 7 Motor Home Maintenance Record 15 8 Motor Home Maintenance Record 15 9 Chapter GENERAL INFORMATION GENERAL INFORMATION TIFFIN MOTORHOMES WHEREVER YOU GO WE GO Delivery Throughout the entire manufacturing process your Tiffin motor home has been regularly inspected by our qualified personnel to assure you of the finest product of the highest quality without exception However the final inspection at our factory is not to be the last one The pre delivery inspection and system check that your dealer performs ate the final inspections done to your particular motor home prior to your actually receiving your new Zephyr motor home Your dealer is also available to assist you in understanding the warranties and completing the necessary forms to activate the warranties for the various appliances and accessories installed in your motor home Dealer Responsibilities 1 A pre delivery inspection and systems check is performed to assure a thorough inspection of the motor home and to assure the proper operation of all factory installed components 2 A cus
4. The dishwasher must have 110 power or inverter power at all times to be locked during transit If not the dishwasher could disengage during travel To ensure that the dishwasher is properly locked for travel follow the steps below 1 Push the center control located on the face of the dishwasher until it blinks green Press down on the key button to the right of the center button until it turns red and compresses This denotes the dishwasher is in lock down mode 2 To decompress the dishwasher simply push the key button for five 5 seconds and it will decompress Hydraunic Heating System The Zephyr features a hydraunic heating system Figure 4 13 that provides a continuous on demand supply of domestic hot water as interior zone heating where and when it is needed Both heating features are accomplished by a unique VDC Powered Diesel Fired Burner and a VAC Powered Electric Heating Element 120 VAC These two heating sources maintain the temperature of the hydraunic heating s solution of Figure 4 13 Hydraunic Heating System 4 12 MAJOR APPLIANCES ACCESSORIES water and antifreeze To activate the hydraunic heating system the hydraunic heating switch labeled diesel burner switch located in the side cabinet above the driver s seat must be activated By activating this switch a supply of hot water as well as interior heat can be provided The heating feature will be controlled by the thermostat mo
5. 1427 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Carpet A weekly routine of vacuuming the carpet and fabrics throughout the vehicle is recommended the vacuum okies Figure 14 11 has a central connection Figure 14 10 within the motor home wherein a vacuum hose can be connected and the necessary vacuuming performed as desired Doing such will prevent an undue accumulation of dirt which can detract from the appearance of the carpeting and thus shorten its expected life Remember to empty or replace vacuum bags Figure 14 10 before they become overly full this practice will assure era that sufficient vacuuming capability is readily available to Coupling Figure 14 11 handle any and all cleaning situations that may arise In carpet areas that Vacuum Cleaner receive the most sunlight keeping the curtains closed whenever possible will System o E minimize fading Also act quickly when anything is spilled or dropped onto the carpet to prevent or minimize staining To connect the cleaning hose raise the wall remote inlet valve door Figure 14 10 and align hose end coupling with slots on each side of intake opening Firmly push into intake opening Make sure hose end coupling is connected and is locked in place To disconnect the hose simply push in the slots on each side of the hose coupling and pull hose end straight out To start the vacuum cleaner 1 Push the on off switch on the main vacuum to the on position Indicato
6. 2 A small dehumidifier is also very effective in removing moisture from the air Condensation levels are highest during times when a person is cooking or taking a shower in the motor home but these occasions are not the only times condensation is present Walls and ceiling panels may become wet when the moisture accumulates on these surfaces Tiffin Motorhomes does not recommend the use of any catalytic heaters because of resulting extensive condensation ROUTINE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Important Always follow the chassis maintenance guidelines found in the chassis manufacturer s owner s manual All routine maintenance is the responsibility of the owner and is not covered by the Tiffin Motorhomes Limited Warranty Use the maintenance record found in Chapter 15 to record all performed maintenance as required Please note that any damage caused by improper or unperformed maintenance is not covered by the Tiffin Motorhomes Limited Warranty Items supplied by other manufacturers may require specific individual maintenance not listed herein Please refer to the manufacturers suggested maintenance guidelines in the Owner s Information Package 1433 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Important Cosmetic adjustments and alignments must be performed within the first three months from date of original purchase for warranty consideration Thereafter these items are considered routine maintenance Monthly e Check the water levels of the b
7. ACCESSORIES Rotate the TUNE knob to select a station from 01 182 Category Tuning Push the TUNE button until CATEGORY appears in the display Push button 1 or 2 to find the desired category Rotate the TUNE knob and select a station Direct Tuning Push the TUNE knob until DIRECT appears in the display Rotate the TUNE knob and select the first digit 0 or 1 Push the TUNE knob again Rotate the TUNE knob and select the second digit 1 8 Push the TUNE knob again Rotate the TUNE knob and select the third digit 1 9 The tuner will start playing the station you have selected when the third digit stops flashing Note Satellite radio signal may be blocked by trees buildings bridges or tunnels To operate the AM FM Weather Band push BAND button to select F1 F2 F3 AM1 AM2 or W weather band Manual Tuning Rotate the TUNE knob left or right and hold until MANUAL appears in the display then release knob Rotate the TUNE knob again left or right until the desired radio station appears in the display Scan Tuning Push the TUNE knob to scan every 5 seconds for a different radio station To stop scanning push the TUNE knob again Seek Tuning Rotate the TUNE knob left or right then release to seek for a different radio station Weather Band Push the W BND button for instant weather band operation NOTE Push the MODE button to return to playback of other sources 49 MAJOR APPLIANCES ACCE
8. To program a button turn on desired groups of lights and get them to the desired brightness then hold the Scene button down until the lights flash The button is now programmed Now any time the Scene button is pressed and released the lights will return to the way it was programmed Once the scene is turned on the light have to be turned off individually There are two Main Scene buttons these are connected to all the Scene modules This allows for the lights on any Scene module to be programmed to this button for example an All On or All Off may be programmed The scene buttons can be changed as many times as needed for the desired effect Battery Disconnect Panel The battery disconnect panel is located inside the battery storage compartment Thete is a rotary switch Figure 7 Dal in the engine compartment which can disconnect the engine battery when the vehicle is to be stored for any appreciable time Rotating this switch disconnects the engine batteries only not the house batteries This feature is designed to prevent the engine batteries from being drained during storage This switch also disconnects all the 12 VDC circuitry from the batteries thus removing the total electrical load from those batteries with the exception of Figure 7 8 Rotary Switch to j Disconnect Engine Battery the LP detector On the upper right hand side of Disconnect House Figure 7 9 Rotary Switch to that compartment is another
9. leak tight by hand have those valves examined and repaired by a qualified service technician DO NOT under any circumstances attempt to use a faulty LP gas system and or appliances as such may represent a safety hazard Since LP i e liquid propane gas is more dense than air the LP gas will naturally settle to the lowest point in an enclosed space in the motor home this would be the floor Because of this fact the CO LP gas detector Figure 3 8 is necessarily mounted close to the floor To activate the CO LP gas sensor on this detector for the first time remove the sensor activation strip if such was not performed during the pre delivery inspection 38 HEATING AIR CONDITIONING Tf the alarm persists in re arming and giving further alarms ventilate the motor home by opening doors and windows and then check for possible LP gas leaks If the leak cannot be readily found then close the main valve to the LP tank and turn off all gas appliances and then take the motor home to a qualified service technician after the ventilation process is concluded and the doors and windows again shut Figure 3 8 CO LP Gas Detector 39 MAJOR APPLIANCES ACCESSSORIES Chapter Major Appliances amp Accessories 41 MAJOR APPLIANCES ACCESSORIES Refrigerator The Zephyr will be equipped with a residential refrigerator Figure 4 1 Please note that the residential refrigerator will only operate on 110V Any
10. In actuality the LP container contains liquid m propane under high pressure The liquid when it passes through the tank valve to a lower pressure vaporizes into a gas and then passes through a regulator to maintain a constant pressure This gas then is the actual fuel distributed through the LP gas manifold system to the LP based appliances used in your motor home LP appliance lighting problems are typically caused by an improperly adjusted gas regulator NEVER attempt to adjust or reset the gas regulator yourself as an authorized service technician is needed to make these adjustments As a good preventive maintenance activity the regulator should be checked semi annually by a service technician and also before every extended trip Figure 2 5 Liquid Propane Tank Warning When the motor home is not in use be sure to close the main LP gas valve at the tank When the LP gas tank is to be refilled close the main valve to preclude the chance of the pilot lights possibly igniting fumes from the LP fuel As some LP gas appliances e g refrigerator furnace water heater have Direct Spark Ignition DSI systems it is very important that these appliances be turned off when the LP gas is off The DSI boards will continue to work i e generate an ignition spark even when there is no LP 2 7 DRIVING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS gas available Even though the LP gas system is leak checked and verified at the
11. The pump will run when a faucet is open and stop when a faucet is closed 7 Never allow the pump to run for long periods of time without water being present in the supply tank as doing so may cause physical damage or blow fuses If water does not flow when a faucet is turned on while using the demand system use the following troubleshooting chart PLUMBING BATH FEATURES Pump running but no water flow T le FN Tank i p 9 2 Clear the water line to the pump Check the pump switch Check the 12 VDC fuses Check the electrical connections Check the battery Pump not running All of the water should be drained from the freshwater system when the unit is not in use for extended periods For more detailed information regarding the water pump one should refer to the water pump manufacturer s brochure in your Zephyr Owner s Information Package City Water Connection When connecting your mobile home to an external source of city water be certain to use the water hose manufactured and labeled for potable water service this will assure that the hose selected for use will not alter the taste of the water To connect the city water supply to the motor home connect one end of the power retractable hose Figure 11 6 to the city water supply this connection will usually be to a faucet or valve similar to your garden hose valve at home Turn the city water supply on Figure 11 7 for a few seconds to clear the line Onc
12. e If one has driven through standing water at the first opportunity safely to do so check the braking action If braking has degraded lightly apply the brakes to allow the brake pads to dry don t use the motor home when the braking function is significantly reduced e Know the limits of operation of the motor home Don t try to achieve excessive speeds climb overly steep hills traverse overly long grades attempt to use the motor home as an off the road OTR motor home rapidly switch lanes or rapidly accelerate or decelerate the motor home When in doubt about the handling characteristics of the motor home consult your chassis manual for information e The blackout or solar shade is operated by a switch located on the driver s console Depress the switch to lower or raise the shade The time delay witch must be held a few seconds before it is activated Caution DO NOT over extend the shade as this may block the view of the road ICC Interstate Commerce Commission Switch On the driver s side console one will notice a switch Figure 2 2 labeled ICC This switch is a momentary E pushbutton switch it is active only when the switch is being pressed This switch enables the driver to communicate with other traffic by flashing the clearance and sidelights of the Zephyr If the lights are presently on the switch will momentarily turn them off If the Figure 2 2 ICC lights are off the switch will mo
13. slide out room to go to its fully retracted position at this point release the rocker switch this locks the room into position amp 3 SLIDE OUT FEATURES Manual Operation Slide Out Room Your Power Gear slide out system is equipped with a manual override that allows one to extend or retract the room in the event of a loss of power Please Note If the slide out room doesn t move when the rocker switch is depressed check the following Make sure the ignition switch is turned off Make sure the battery is fully charged and connected Make sure the slide out breakers haven t been tripped these breakers are located in the storage box with the inverter converter Figure 8 3 Manual Slide Out Deployment Sequence After the previous items have been checked and verified and the slide out room still does not move when the rocker switch is pressed follow these simple steps Figure 8 3 to override the slide out room manually 1 Turn off the ignition switch 2 Locate the slide out electrical controller refer to your Tiffin Motorhomes dealer or the Tiffin Motorhomes factory for its location There are two versions of the controller For version 1 unplug the six pin wiring harness to the controller For version 2 remove one of the motor leads either the motor I or the motor II lead from the controller 3 Locate the slide out motor it will be mounted to one side of the slide
14. 5 Driver s Side Switch Console normal mode hold down the battery boost switch and retry starting the engine By using the battery boost switch while trying to start the Zephyr engine a jump start situation is realized between the coach and chassis batteries If the battery boost switch is required to start the engine on a regular basis ask your Tiffin Motorhomes Dealership to check the chassis batteries and the associated charging system Battery Inspection and Care The 12 VDC electrical power system consists of four 6 VDC batteries wired in a series parallel combination to provide a final 12 VDC system providing up to 450 Ampere hours A hr of service As the batteries contain a significant and potentially lethal amount of electrical energy they must be handled with due diligence and care Some of the routine precautions include Warning Remove rings metal watchbands and any other metal jewelry before working around batteries If any metallic object tool jewelry etc contacts the positive battery terminal or any connection made to that terminal AND also contacts the negative terminal or any of its connections a SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHORT will occur which could 74 ELECTRICAL FEATURES result in an explosion fire and or personal injury Lead acid batteries contain diluted sulfuric acid which can be dangerous avoid direct contact with any battery fluids Always wear eye protection while servicing batteries
15. 7 3 are typically located beneath the refrigerator or in the bedroom zf inside the vehicle or in the storage box 7 outside the vehicle The circuit breakers and associated fuses are installed to protect the electrical system of the Zephyr from any overloads Do not attempt to change the electrical circuitry or to add appliances yourself Please consult an authorized Tiffin Motorhomes Dealership or Tiffin Motorhomes Incorporated in Red Bay AL to determine whether any changes you desite are appropriate and acceptable Tiffin Motorhomes Figure 7 3 Circuit Breaker Box qualified staff of electricians can readily determine whether any changes sought e g CB radio amateur radio personal computer system and the like are possible or not and can advise you on how best to realize these enhancements Please note that the 12VDC fuses are located in the same compartment in the same distribution bay as the 120 VAC breakers Fusing is provided for the following 12 VDC circuits All interior decorative and overhead lighting water heater TV switching box slide out lights power roof vents monitor panel and passenger side console switch panel Additional 12 VDC fuse panels Figure 7 4 are located in the front storage compartment on the driver s side these fuse panels provide protection for the following circuits Mirrors fog lights hydraulic jacks camera wipers docking lights dashboard panels spot light power seats radio step cov
16. After filling any LP system immediately replace and secure all protective covers and caps e After closing the LP valve close and securely latch the LP door to prevent unintentional access or damage e NEVER connect natural gas to the LP gas system LP gas and natural gas are not interchangeable e NEVER use any other burning equipment e g charcoal grills wood stoves butane lights propane lights inside the motor home doing so may cause fires and or asphyxiation 26 DRIVING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Liquid Propane LP Gas System A warning label is conspicuously located near the LP gas container Figure 2 5 that label reads Warning DO NOT FILL the LP Container s to more than 80 of capacity Any overfilling of the LP gas container s can result in uncontrolled gas flow a prime condition for a fire or explosion The LP container should only be filled to 80 of its capacity the remainder of the cylinder space is vapor space to contain expansion of that liquid when subjected to varying ambient temperature conditions Filling in excess of 80 of the liquid volume of the container reduces that vapor space and thus creates a condition for possible over pressurization of the container All LP appliances in your motor home have been approved for use in motor homes by a nationally recognized testing laboratory 1 e UL and CSA certified When properly used LP gas is a clean burning fuel which can be dependably used
17. Bay AL 35582 U S A Telephone 256 356 8661 Facsimile 256 356 8219 E Mail info tiffinmotorhomes com Tiffin Motorhomes will be pleased to send you an additional copy or any other information requested as may be warranted Major Equipment Manufacturers The following list is a compilation of the vendors and suppliers of the major subsystems and components of your Zephyr This list is provided for your convenience and is not meant as a complete substitution of the literature and accompanying how to contact us information supplied by those vendors and suppliers in your 13 GENERAL INFORMATION Owner s Information Package see below for particulars Where appropriate web site information is provided for computer usets e Atwood Mobile Products o LP Gas Water Heater e Carefree of Colorado e Denso Corporation e Flexsteel Industries e HWH Corporation e Kwikee e Notcold Inc e Onan Corporation e Panasonic Corporation e Power Gear e Saf T Alert CO LP Alarm e Sharp Corporation e Suburban Manufacturing Co e The Dometic Corporation e Xantrex For those wishing more information Warranty Service 800 646 8557 815 877 5700 303 469 3324 248 350 7500 319 556 7730 800 321 3494 541 942 3888 800 543 1219 612 574 5944 800 211 7262 800 334 4712 800 383 0269 800 237 4277 423 775 2131 219 294 2017 408 987 6030 www atwoodmobile com www atwoodmobile com www carefreeofcolorado com www global
18. Figure 11 3 Bathroom Sink use cate to prevent scratching or marring it The typical bathroom accessories include a towel bar and a tissue holder The double handled faucet in the bathroom was chosen to match the specified decor The bathing facilities Figure 11 4 installed may be a fiberglass shower or combination shower tub with a glass showet door The tub faucet with showerhead hose and bracket are coordinated with the sink faucet Figure 11 4 Shower Water Pump The water pump is self priming and totally automatic operating on demand whenever water is required The water pump is used to pressurize the freshwater system when the unit is not connected to city water The switches Figure 11 5 to this pump may be located ae in the bathroom or sanitation service compartment To start the pump follow these instructions 1 Fill or partially fill the fresh water supply tank 2 Open the kitchen and bathroom faucets 3 Turn the water pump switch on and allow the water to fill the water line and the hot water heater Fig 11 5 4 Close each faucet after it delivers a steady stream of water close the cold water Water faucet first Leave the hot water faucets on until they also deliver a steady beth stream of water This procedure will assure that the water heater is filled with water 5 The water pump should stop running once all faucets are closed 6 The water pump is now ready for automatic operation
19. Scroll to Automatic Mode and press Enter Make sure to disable the Automatic Generator Start when storing or unattended Generator will start due to low battery voltage as well as front A C demand o Generator will stop when the start trigger low battery voltage OR front A C demand is satisfied O For further reading and additional information on the above please reference your inverter converter manual that will be found in your Owner s Information Package The breakers in the sub panel are labeled to explain where the 120 VAC power is routed Generally the inverter converter supplies power to the microwave kitchen bath and bedroom lighting and select receptacles Electrical Generator The electrical generator Figure 7 17 is located in a compartment in front of the motor home between the chassis rails on pull out slides The generator is mounted on slides for easy access however the slides must be unlocked before free movement is possible There is a switch Figure 7 16 in the box in front of the driver s side front tire operating this switch will activate the generator slide Prior to starting or stopping the generator make sure Figure 7 16 Power Switch for Generator that all the 120 VAC appliances are turned off Figure 7 17 Electrical Generator After the generator has been started wait until the transfer switch has connected before turning on any of the appliances The generator can be sta
20. TELEVISION SYSTEM OPERATION 4 4 Television Antenna 4 4 Television Sets 4 6 Infrared Repeater 4 7 AM FM CD Stereo System 4 7 Home Theater System 4 11 Cable Telephone J ack 4 11 Dishwasher Optional 4 11 Hydraunic Heating System 4 12 CB Radio System Antenna Connection 4 15 Triple Vision Camera Monitor System 4 15 Side Mount Camera 4 17 Stacked Washer Dryer 4 18 Carbon Monoxide LP Gas Detector 4 18 Chapter 5 Cabinets amp Furniture Cabinets 5 2 Furniture 5 3 Bedroom Area 5 5 Chapter 6 Structural Features Chassis Features 6 2 Alignment 6 2 OWNER S MANUAL Chapter 7 Electrical Features General Information 7 2 Circuit Breaker Boxes 7 3 Auxiliary Start Switch 7 4 Battery Inspection and Care 7 4 Battery Disconnect Panel 7 6 120 Volt AC VAC Receptacles 7 7 12 Volt DC VDC Receptacles 7 8 Ground Fault Circuit Interrupt GFCI 7 8 Inverter Converter 7 8 Electrical Generator 7 9 Automatic Transfer Switch 7 10 Resettable Circuit Breakers 7 10 Fuse Blocks 7 11 Seven Pin Towing Connector 7 12 Chapter 8 Slide Out Features SLIDE OUT OVERVIEW 8 2 General Considerations 8 2 Operating Precautions 8 2 Extending the Slide Out Room 8 3 Retracting the Slide Out Room 8 3 Manual Operation Slide Out Room 8 4 Chapter 9 Exterior Features Towing Hitch 9 2 Exterior Sides 9 2 OWNER S MANUAL ZEPHYR Security Lights 9 2 Roof 9 3 Hydraulic Leveling J acks 9 3 HWH Leveling Control System 9 3
21. a service station add the missing pounds of air pressure to each tire that is under inflated e Step 6 Check all the tires to make sure they have the same air pressure except in cases in which the front and rear tires are supposed to have different amounts of pressure If you have been driving your vehicle and think that a tire is under inflated fill it to the recommended cold inflation pressure indicated on your vehicle s tire information placard of certification label While yout tire may still be slightly under inflated due to the extra pounds of pressure in the warm tite it is safer to drive with air pressure that is slightly lower than the vehicle manufacturer s recommended cold inflation pressure than to drive with a significantly under inflated tire Since this is a temporary fix don t forge tot recheck and adjust the tire s pressure when you can obtain a cold reading Tire Size To maintain tire safety purchase new tires that are the same size as the vehicle s original tires or another size recommended by the manufacturer Look at the tite information placard the owner s manual or the sidewall of the tire you are replacing to find this information If you have any doubt about the correct size to choose consult with the tire dealer Tire Tread The tite tread provides the gripping action and traction that prevent your vehicle from slipping or sliding especially when the road is wet or icy In general tires are not saf
22. activities e g sitting outside grilling Figure 9 4 Security Lights 92 EXTERIOR FEATURES visiting at dusk and later can be enjoyed by the motor home owners and their guests Roof The Zephyr is manufactured with a fiberglass roof Proper care and routine maintenance of your roof will assute many years of trouble free performance Please see Chapter 14 for details on recommended cleaning instructions Hydraulic Leveling J acks Warning If the vehicle is equipped with a slide out DO NOT OPERATE any room extension until the leveling and stabilizing procedure has been properly completed DO NOT RETRACT the leveling system until the slide out room has been retracted NEVER operate the leveling system when the slide out is extended The Zephyr is equipped with hydraulic leveling jacks These jacks work in pairs Front right side left side and rear Before extending these jacks the engine must be off the ignition switch must be in the ACC position and the transmission must be in park The parking brake needs to be set and the tires blocked securely then the leveling jacks can be activated Caution DO NOT LIFT the wheels of the motor home off the ground when leveling if done the motor home can lean forwards or backwards when supported only by the leveling jacks Never use the jacks to lift the motor home off the ground to change the tires or perform any under chassis maintenance these ja
23. air circulation to dissipate these possible odors and fumes For routine operation of the furnace set the thermostat to the desired temperature setting and then turn on the thermostat in about a minute the furnace should begin to operate and warm or hot air should be coming through the ductwork To shut down the furnace turn the thermostat to the off position Even though the thermostat may be turned off the furnace system will continue to run for about a minute or so to permit a gradual cool down of the heating system which is normal On a regular basis thoroughly clean the complete furnace and air tube passageways to remove dust lint and any other possible obstructions Leak test the entire LP gas system at least semi annually Also check and clean the air blower system annually 32 HEATING AIR CONDITIONING Any access hatches to the furnace are for authorized service personnel only as there are no user serviceable parts on the furnace Accordingly do not attempt to tamper with the interior of the furnace Warning Be cautious when washing the exterior of the motor home water should never be sprayed directly into the furnace vent Should any water be forced beyond the rain baffles into the furnace vent the furnace may rust which in turn may cause improper combustion and produce unwanted by products of combustion Before the beginning of each travel season the furnace should be thoroughly cleaned
24. and inspected Any obstructions debris or lint which may obstruct free air flow or impede the operation of the air citculation system should be removed For example accumulated dust or lint could possibly obstruct the orifices for the pilot light or may accumulate on the blower blades and unbalance the operation of the blower Additionally any debris in the ductwork when heated by the furnace could emit unpleasant odors or possibly become a fire hazard Consequently the furnace system including ductwork should be periodically cleaned annually is recommended unless the motor home is subjected to dust levels significantly greater than average in which case more frequent cleaning is recommended The Owner s Information Package provides recommended cleaning tips and procedures when needed a more thorough cleaning should be performed by a qualified service technician Hydraunic Heating System The Zephyr will feature a hydraunic heating system Figure 3 2 that provides a continuous on demand supply of domestic hot water as well as interior zone heating where and when it is needed Both heating features are accomplished by a unique VDC Powered Diesel Fired Burner and a VAC Powered Electric Heating Element 120 VAC These two heating sources maintain the temperature of the hydraunic heating s solution of water and antifreeze To activate the hydraunic heating system the hydraunic heating switch abeled diesel burner switch lo
25. at the factory Only a qualified LP service technician using specialized equipment should adjust Figure 2 6 LP Gas Regulator the regulator LP Distribution System The primary LP distribution system in the motor home is a black steel pipe manifold running the length of the motor home The secondary distribution lines running from this main distribution system ate usually copper tubing with flare fittings If any of the gas lines break do not attempt to splice them always run new lines to maintain the safety of the motor home It is strongly recommended that only qualified service technicians perform this work Remember the main valve at the LP gas tank must be closed whenever any gas appliance is to be installed removed or setviced this process prevents LP gas leakage which could result in a possible harmful explosion If the odor of LP gas e g rotten eggs is ever detected immediately discontinue use of any gas appliances and seek the services of a qualified service technician 28 DRIVING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Recommended Precautionary Practices The following practices are recommended to assure continued safety and reliability of the LP gas system these are of course representative not necessarily exhaustive In all cases use common good sense in the use of the LP system e Visually inspect the LP fill valve before any refueling operation to look for foreign materials or debris remove as necessaty to assure a l
26. awning is very robust The auto retract system is active but uses a higher factory pre set threshold value for extreme weather conditions When the motion of the awning exceeds the extreme weather threshold the awning will close to the full retract position The second stage sensitivity threshold value is not controlled by the keypad settings Gust detection is incorporated into the software When the motion value is suddenly and sharply increased above a safe maximum value then the two second persistence measure is overridden and the awning closes immediately NOTE If the indicator LED flashes slow pulse this indicates that the motion sensor s has been disengaged or otherwise disabled the affected awning s are not protected by the auto retract function The awning must be retracted using the command buttons You will need to contact a Carefree service center for service For detailed instructions on operating the patio awning and for cleaning instructions refer to the specific owner s manual located in the Owner s Information Package Vents The kitchen has a 12 VDC Fantastic vent fan Figure 13 4 installed to exhaust kitchen odors For normal operation the vent is controlled by a thermostat mounted on the vent Once the vent power switch is in the on position and the thermostat is set to a particular temperature the vent fan will operate until the temperature set point is reached at which time the vent fan will automatic
27. capacity of your vehicle Section Three Glossary of Tire Terminology Accessory weight The combined weight in excess of those standard items which may be replaced of automatic transmission power steering power brakes power windows power seats radio and heater to the extent that these items are available as factory installed equipment whether installed or not Bead Ihe part of the tire that is made of steel wires wrapped or reinforced by ply cords and that is shaped to fit the rim Bead separation This is the breakdown of the bond between components in the bead Bias ply tire A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at alternate angles substantially less than 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Carcass The tire structure except tread and sidewall rubber which when inflated bears the load Chunking The breaking away of pieces of the tread or sidewall Cold inflation pressure Ihe pressure in the tire before you drive Cord The strands forming the plies in the tire Cord separation The parting of cords from adjacent rubber compounds Cracking Any parting within the tread sidewall or inner liner of the tire extending to cord material CT A pneumatic tire with an inverted flange tire and rim system in which the rim is designed with rim flanges pointed radially inward and the tire is designed to fit on the underside of the rim in a manner that encloses the rim fla
28. chair backwards as far as possible to gain clearance from the steering wheel Now the chair can be swiveled without interference The control switch for the driver s chair is located on the left hand side in front of the power base controls In a Figure 5 11 Captain s Chair CABINETS FURNITURE compatable manner the passenger s seat is also an electric powered six way seat having essentially the same controls as that of the driver s seat and it is operated accordingly Bedroom Area If a d cor coordinated quilted bedspread with accessorized pillow shams and accent pillow s are included with Figure 5 12 Bedroom Decor 55 the bedtoom suite it is recommended that the bedspread be dry cleaned only to preserve the quality and integrity of the bedspread for the longest time possible Figure 5 12 Treatment of the bedspread with any of the commercial stain resistant sprays eg Scotchgard or its equivalent will also make the bedspread more resistant to the possibilities of stains and fabric damage If maintained properly the bedroom soft goods accessories will provide years of dependable service and maintain the desired d cor established by the motor home ownet STRUCTURAL FEATURES Chapter Structural Features STRUCTURAL FEATURES Chassis Features The chassis of your Tiffin Motorhomes Zephyr was built and is warranted by Spartan the chassis manufacturer The operating instructions for
29. driven at all or at most less than one mile before being measured In this manner the tire pressure has not been increased by the heating associated with both tire sidewall and tread flexure associated with traveling If one must check tires that are warm or hot remember that they will necessarily read higher than normal Do not bleed these tires down to the cold pressure readings as they will probably then be underinflated when they are Figure 14 9 Rear Tires on Zephyr 1426 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE actually cool Don t make any adjustments to tire pressures when the tires are warm or hot if such can be avoided To make these tire pressure measurements it is recommended that one purchase a quality truck tire air gauge which has an angled dual head This type of gauge allows one to check inflation pressures of both the inner dual wheel which has the valve stem pointing towards one and on the outer wheel which has the valve stem pointing away from one Pressure sealing valve caps should always be used to protect the valve stems and prevent air from escaping from the valve stems Tire Wear Balance and Wheel Alignment In addition to tire inflation considerations the tires should also be periodically examined for other types of normal wear and tear If installed and maintained properly all tires mounted on the motor home should wear in a smooth even pattern If the tires begin to show irregular wear patterns
30. es 70 75 so 85 so 95 100 105 mo gt Ren Les EL 3340 3440 3540 3640 3740 3890 2080 4190 4335 4540 D6230 6430 6630 6830 7030 7310 7720 7880 8150 8600 ae Psa 75 s ss 90 95 100 Whenever there is a significant change in the asaras 0 as en ass s D 6790 7190 7630 8070 8555 8820 loading regimen of the motor home it would be wise to re calculate the load weights of the tires to assure optimal use of the motor home Figure 14 8 Typical Inflation Pressures for Motor Home Tires Frequency of Checking Tire Inflation Pressures When one has determined the correct tire inflation pressures for each of the motor home tires as a function of the fully loaded condition of course and inflated the tires Figure 14 9 under cold 1 e tires haven t been driven for more than one mile conditions then the air pressures in the tires should be periodically checked to make sure that they retain their proper pressures It is recommended that tire pressures be checked at least once a month every two weeks would be better and before any major trip On long trips the tires should be checked every drive morning On short trips a day or less the tires should be checked before one departs on the trip and again before one returns home Check tire pressures when they ate cold that is the tires haven t been
31. every 5 000 miles Follow correct rotation patterns Rear and Four Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive Vehicles ane Vehicles FRONT FRONT es age TIEFI ETT ARIZ LLY NINE AENA ALA IICA A AAN AS PP PAZ LL IS BRISA FLL LSS a A gt ver PLDI LASS FEL L E e 4 RR DE NS gt u oh As KT APRA IL d PS SS ALAA LL SSS ABLA A ADS AS s NEN rs Tire Repair The proper repair of a punctured tire requires a plug for the hole and a patch for the area inside the tire surrounds the puncture hole Punctures through the tread can be repaired if they are not too large but punctures to the sidewall should not be repaired Tires must be removed from the tim to be properly inspected before being plugged and patched Tire Fundamentals Federal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a tire identification number for safety standard certification and in case of a recall 1414 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Information on Passenger Vehicle Tires Please refer to the diagram below nenm ai Ratio of height to width aspect ratio Load index 4 Nominal width of speed symbol tire in millimeters identification number 5 R 15 U S DOT tire Passenger ma Tire ply composition and materials used Treadwear traction and temperature grade
32. factory at the time of manufacture normal usage travel vibrations etc could loosen the fittings Consequently it is wise to check the gas fittings periodically for leak tightness One can daub some leak detector solution e g a liquid soap like solution on all the fittings connections and junctures when the system is under pressure Should there be any leaks small bubbles will appear at any leak sites Generally loose fittings can be tightened with non sparking tools to stop the leaks If this process doesn t work then one must shut off the main gas valve at the LP cylinder s and immediately consult an authorized service technician to determine what repairs are necessary Leaks may also be detected by noting the sulfurous odor i e rotten eggs associated with LP gas caused by an additive added to the normally odorless LP gas DO NOT search for a leak by using a match or open flame LP Gas Regulator The LP gas regulator Figure 2 6 is the most critical element of the LP gas distribution system The regulator converts the high pressure LP gas from the tank into a reduced pressure LP gas supply suitable for use in the various appliances in the motor home One should regularly inspect visually the regulator system If any damage or corrosion is noted contact an authorized service technician to inspect and repair or replace the regulator Do not attempt to adjust the regulator yourself the regulator has been pre set
33. function is to filter the air and exhaust to the outside This range hood is equipped with a multi speed fan and a light for convenient use The hood should be used whenever any cooking is performed to filter any airborne cooking residues and heated ait Additionally the range hood can be used as supplemental filtration of other odors and gases including tobacco smoke candle fumes and related vapors The range hood contains filters which can be removed and cleaned or replaced to assure sustained normal operation Consult the particular owner s manual contained in the Owner s Information Package 42 MAJOR APPLIANCES ACCESSORIES Cook Top and Optional Oven The Zephyr is equipped with a two burner recessed cook top as shown in Figure 4 3 or as an option a three burner cook top and oven as shown in Figure 4 4 The optional oven has a piezoelectric ignition source rather than a pilot light to start the oven To light the burners push down on and turn the gas control knob counterclockwise to the Ignite position Continue holding down the knob fully until the spark ignites the gas then continue holding the knob down for an additional 5 10 seconds this additional time is required for the thermocouple to be Figure 4 3 Two Burner Recessed Cook Top heated sufficiently to activate the safety mechanism the thermocouple will automatically cut off the gas flow if the burner goes out Then release
34. functioning correctly Please make sure that this inspection is performed every six months to correct any possible misalignments The slide out room feature is actuated by means of a readily accessible rocker switch Figure 8 1 The rocker switch must be manually held down in the desired position i e either in or out to activate the desired action of the slide out room and continue to be held down until the desired action is concluded NOTE The rocker switch for the slide out will only operate when the ignition switch is in the on position there is an interlock which keeps the slide out mechanism from operating when the ignition is on SLIDE OUT Releasing the rocker switch before the slide out is fully extended or retracted will A Figure 8 1 Slide Out Switches stop the slide out at some intermediate position Operating Precautions Warning Before attempting any extension of the slide out room check outside and make sure that there is at least a five foot clearance around the area where the slide out room will 8 2 SLIDE OUT FEATURES Before the slide out room mechanism is to be used make sure that the motor home is parked the leveling process has been properly completed Verify that no obstacles e g branches trees telephone poles power water hookups trash bins and the like are within a five foot space envelope of that slide out room to preclude damaging the slide out room wh
35. have these markings Speed Rating The speed rating denotes the speed at which a tire is designed to be driven for extended periods of time The ratings range from 99 miles per hour mph to 186 mph These ratings are listed below NOTE You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by law A 106 mph 118 mph For tires with a maximum speed capability over 149 mph tire manufacturers sometimes use the letters ZR For those with a maximum speed capability over 186 mph tire manufacturers always use the letters ZR U S DOT Tire Identification Number This begins with the letters DOT and indicated that the tire meets all federal standards The next two numbers or letters are the plant code where it was manufactured and the last four numbers represent the week and year the tire was built For example the numbers 3197 means the 31 week of 1997 The other numbers ate marketing codes used at the manufacturer s discretion This information is used to contact customers if a tire defect requires a recall Tire Ply Composition and Materials Used The number of plies indicates the number of layers of rubber coated fabric in the tire In general the greater the number of plies the more weight a tire can support Tire manufacturers also must indicate the materials in the tite which include steel nylon polyester and others Maximum Load Rating This number indicates the maximum load in kilogram
36. how to operate maintain and troubleshoot these items safely and effectively The Tiffin Motorhomes Zephyr Owner s Manual does not cover every possible detail of equipment standard and or optional installed on or in your vehicle As with all valuable documentation please keep them in a safe secure place for your later use and consultation Please complete the warranty registration form and return to Tiffin Motorhomes Inc within five working days A stamped copy will be returned to you for your records Again please keep this document in a safe secure place for your later use Figure 1 1 Owner s Information Package and consultation Customer Relations If you wish to schedule maintenance or service or wish to order parts you should notify your local authorized Tiffin Motorhomes Dealership to set up an appointment If you are unsure of the location of your nearest authorized Tiffin Motorhomes Dealership please access the Tiffin Motorhomes website at www tiffinmotorhomes com and then click on the Dealer Locator button then enter in the appropriate search criteria such as zip code and search radius or dealer name and state then click on Find Locations the dealer s name address and telephone number will then be displayed for your use Specification Labels There are two main numbers used to identify your Zephyr The Vehicle Identification Number VIN is the legal identification of the TIFFIN M
37. important to check the condensation water collection bucket regularly or discharge the condensation water directly to a Figure 14 5 Portable drain Hygrometer 146 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Avoid Drastic Thermostat Setbacks Cooler surface temperatures increase the potential for condensation and surface mold growth To minimize the opportunity for condensation to form on interior surfaces maintain a comfortable temperature in your RV and avoid nighttime setbacks of 10 degrees or more Drastic setbacks that reduce the indoor air temperature quickly can increase the chance for airborne moisture to condense on cool surfaces such as windows If you are away from your RV for an extended number of days it is recommended that you do not set the temperature back without taking other measures to manage relative humidity including operating a dehumidifier with a continuous drain Manage Window Condensation Window condensation issues can be identified by water or ice build up usually at the base of the window The majority of these problems can be addressed by managing moisture generated inside the motor home Minor condensation issues are not unusual especially for RVs used in colder climates The key is to manage this small amount of moisture if evident by wiping the surface and as discussed in the Control Relative Humidity section maintaining a reasonable relative humidity within the unit To help minimize window condensation use exha
38. is the owner s responsibility and is not covered by the Tiffin Motorhomes Limited Warranty Sanitize the fresh water system Wax and buff all gel coat surfaces on the vehicle as described previously in this chapter Winterizing To store your motor home for the winter months it is necessary to winterize the water system Figure 14 17 to help prevent freezing of this system To do this follow these instructions 1 Drain all the water from the water system including the holding tank s and the water tank also drain the water filter if installed For the holding tank s open the gate valve s to drain the tanks NOTE This procedure is to be performed only at a wastewater _ pumping station to prevent dumping of contaminated water elsewhere For the water tank open the green handled valve to drain the tank then close the green handled valve If an optional water filter is installed remove the filter cartridge and store it in a clean environment e g resealable plastic bag empty any excess water from the filter housing and replace the housing Disconnect the inlet connection to the water pump in the Figure 14 17 Winterizing the Water System sanitation compartment under the motor home Attach the supplied vinyl hose via the plastic coupling on the hose to the inlet connection and hand tighten that connection do not over tighten Place the other end of the hose into a gallon of freshwater system antifre
39. it is ready for immediate use As an option your radio may be equipped System with a preinstalled tuner that will allow you to receive satellite radio after contacting Sirius and purchasing a subscription Activation of the tuner requires the Sirius identification control a number located on the back of the Sirius Satellite Radio Tuner SISSA a Box If your motor home is equipped with the optional tuner box you will find a green bar code label with the identification number Figure 4 9 Sirius Satellite Identification Label 47 MAJOR APPLIANCES ACCESSORIES Figure 4 9 in the owner s information package Your motor home has a factory installed satellite antenna standard but it may not have the optional tuner box If you wish to purchase the subscription but do not have the tuner box you may purchase the tuner box from Sirius All necessary cabling and antennas are preinstalled If you have any questions concerning the Sirius satellite option you may contact Magnadyne Customer Cate direct at 1 800 638 3600 To turn the AM FM CD stereo system on and off push the POWER button To select a Play Source such as the radio CD or optional equipment such as the Sirius Satellite Radio external CD changer or auxiliary sources push the Mode button to choose the desired play source Sound Settings Volume Rotate the VOLUME knob left or right Bass Treble Balance or Fader Push the VOLUME knob to scan between the diffe
40. its share of the curb weight accessory weight and normal occupant weight distributed in accordance with Table I of CFR 49 571 110 and dividing by 2 Weather side The surface area of the rim not covered by the inflated tire Wheel center member In the case of a non pneumatic tire assembly incorporating a wheel a mechanical device which attached either integrally or separably to the non pneumatic rim and provides the connection between the non pneumatic rim and the vehicle or in the case of a non pneumatic tire assembly not incorporating a wheel a mechanical device which attaches either integrally or separably to the non pneumatic tire and provides the connection between tire and the vehicle Wheel holding fixture The fixture used to hold the wheel and tire assembly securely during testing 1423 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Tire Pressure Correct tire inflation pressure is essential to maximizing the life of the tires and assuring the safety of the vehicle and its occupants Driving with tires that are not correctly inflated for the load of the motor home is dangerous and may cause premature wear tite damage and or loss of control of the motor home An underinflated tire will build up excessive heat that may actually approach the vulcanization temperature of the rubber and lead to tread separation and or disintegration of the tire Additionally underinflated tires will also cause poor handling of the motor home rapid and or irreg
41. moisture inside your RV Note These ate only suggestions intended to minimize moisture related issues with your motor home If any concerns arise contact Tiffin Motorhomes Service Department at 256 356 0261 Interior Care of Your RV Signs of excessive moisture can be obvious such as water droplets forming on surfaces or wet catpet Conversely signs of excess moisture can be subtle such as condensation forming on metal surfaces When symptoms appear it is important to timely determine the cause of the excess moisture and take appropriate corrective action to prevent moisture related damage Control Relative Humidity Monitoring and controlling relattve humidity within the motor home is one of the most important steps to minimize the risk for moisture related damage Ideally relative humidity should be at 60 or less Relative humidity can be monitored utilizing a portable hygrometer Figure 14 5 a small device that measures temperature and relative humidity Hygrometers are available at electronics or building supply stores Use exhaust fans the air conditioner and or a portable dehumidifier to manage moisture inside the RV to maintain relative humidity at 60 or less In cold climates relative humidity may need to be at 35 or less to avoid window condensation issues If the motor home is used the majority of the time in a hot humid climate it may be difficult to keep relative humidity below 60 A dehumidifier will help but is
42. press the Up button and then the appropriate shade button to allow the shade to rise At any time that you want to stop the shade from lowering or rising press the Stop button and the shade will stop at the desired level Figure 10 4 Control for Living Area Power Shades 103 INTERIOR FEATURES The power shades in the cockpit area will be operated by three sets of controls The windshield Sado val be operated by the control Figure 10 5 located on the driver s console labeled Visor The shade has a day shade and a night shade that can be operated independently The driver and passenger shades and entry door shade will be operated by controls Figure 10 6 that will be located directly under the Figure 10 6 Control for driver s and passenger s windows Passenger amp Entry Door Power Shades Figure 10 5 Control for Windshield Shade PLUMBING BATH FEATURES Plumbing amp Bath Fixtures 11 1 PLUMBING BATH FEATURES FRESHWATER SYSTEM Monitor Panel The monitor panel Figure 11 1 permits checking the approximate levels in the fresh gray and Figure 11 1 Monitor Panel Water LP Gas Battery black water holding tanks the LP gas level and the condition of the house batteries The monitor panel is generally located in an overhead cabinet above the passenger s seat To use this monitor simply press the desired status button to obtain a read out of th
43. rated for both Class B i e grease gasoline diesel fuel flammable liquids and Class C te electrical services these are typically the most likely types of fires to be expected in motor homes Read and understand the accompanying owner s manual on that extinguisher found in your Owner s Information Package and remember the location of the extinguisher In an emergency you won t have the time or presence of mind to do so then You may wish to purchase other extinguisher s e g for the Figure 2 7 Fire Extinguisher 29 DRIVING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS rear interior around the generator outside etc at your discretion These types of fire extinguishers are pressurized mechanical devices and require that appropriate cate be used in their safe storage and use The owner s manual will provide necessary guidance for the proper storage handling and use of the extinguishers Prudent preventive maintenance suggests monthly inspection of any fire extinguisher to assure that it is sufficiently pressurized i e the needle on the gauge is in the normal zone and that the mechanical components are not blocked in any way Do not test a fire extinguisher by partially discharging the unit this will cause a loss of pressure and may lodge some fire retardant materials in the valve mechanism and cause the extinguisher to continue to vent slowly down to zero pressure Rather if an extinguisher is ever partially used continue
44. room contains a standard sofa Figure 5 9 which converts into a bed Figure 5 10 as required It may be one of two styles either a jack knife bed or an optional air coil hide a bed sofa sleeper The optional ait coil hide a bed sofa sleeper includes an air pump It operates by depressing the black latch and unfolding the bed The sofa is custom coordinated N with the d cor of the motor home To convert the sofa into a bed follow these ditections 1 Remove all of the accent pillows 2 Under one of the seat Figure 5 7 Filler Strip Attached to the Seat Portion Figure 5 8 Dining Table and a Chairs cushions locate the black tab and slide the tab to the left or the right and then pull upwards on the seat portion of the sofa this will cause the sofa seat to open extend and convert into a bed There may also be a swivel rocker recliner with adjustable headrest it is also coordinated with the d cor of the motor home Figure 5 9 Sofa Bed in Open Position Figure 5 10 Sofa Bed in Closed Position The drivers seat Figure 5 11 is an electric powered six way power seat Le movement up down forward tilt reverse tilt having swivel features and recline features for the passenger seat only When the motor home is parked the driver s seat can be swiveled to face into the living room To swivel this chair first extend the slide out room see Chapter 8 for additional detail Then move the
45. strike the curb when parking e With radial tires it is usually not possible to determine under inflation by visual inspection For convenience purchase a tire pressure gauge to keep in your vehicle Gauges can be purchased at tire dealerships auto supply stores and other retail outlets The recommended tire inflation pressure that vehicle manufacturers provide reflects the proper psi when a tire is cold The term cold does not relate to the outside temperature Rather a cold tire is one that has not been driven on for at least three hours When you drive your tires get warmer causing the air pressure within them to increase Therefore to get an accurate tire pressure reading you must measure tire pressure when the tires are cold or compensate for the extra pressure in warm tires Steps for Maintaining Proper Tire Pressure e Step 1 Locate the recommended tire pressure on the vehicle s tire information placard certification label or in the owner s manual e Step 2 Record the tire pressure of all tires e Step 3 If the tire pressure is too high in any of the tires slowly release air by gently pressing on the tire valve stem with the edge of your tire gauge until you get to the correct pressure e Step 4 If the tire pressure is too low note the difference between the measured tire pressure and correct tire pressure These missing pounds of pressure are what you will need to add 1412 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE e Step 5 At
46. the black water tank this will clean the inside of the tank of any debris that may be left inside the tank After this is done disconnect the freshwater hose and close the gate valve Caution Be sure the gate valve is open when flushing the tank Do not use the same hose for the No Fuss Flush that is used for filling the fresh water tank Exterior Shower Your Zephyr has an exterior shower Figure 11 14 left hand side for your use and convenience outside That exterior shower is located in the sanitation service compartment which is located on the driver s side of the motor home The exterior shower feature allows you to do such things as rinse off Y sand or grass muddy shoes or bathe yourself outside of your motor home The faucet operates just as it would in your kitchen or bathroom In addition to the shower itself there is also a soap dispenser Figure 11 14 Exterior Shower in Outside conveniently situated in that same compartment and a light to Compartment permit use under low light conditions 11 12 PLUMBING BATH FEATURES 11 13 PLUMBING BATH FIXTURES 11 14 CONSTRUCTION FEATURES Construction Features 12 1 CONSTRUCTION FEATURES Construction Notes Your Zephyr manufactured by Tiffin Motorhomes is constructed of the finest materials available by well experienced craftsmen at the Tiffin Motorhomes manufacturing facilities in Red Bay AL Every care and concern have been taken thro
47. the Zephyr motor home is covered with a padded vinyl headliner which can be easily cleaned with a damp soft cloth and a mild detergent Take care to clean around any vent areas to prevent any buildup of dirt grease or other accumulations When cleaning around any alarms e g fire alarm CO LP gas detector and the like take care not to introduce any water or dirt into the sensors of those alarms Window Treatments Throughout the Zephyr s living area and cockpit area the window treatments consist of power shades Figure 10 3 which have two sections NOTE The bedroom windows will not feature power shades The day shade permits outside ambient lighting to come into the motor home while blocking visibility from the outside in and allowing visibility from the inside out The night shade places a heavier more opaque material over the window thus achieving 100 percent light blockage and privacy The power shades in the cockpit and living area will include controls that will allow the user to operate each shade independently Figure 10 3 Representative Shade in Living Area The control for the living area shades Figure 10 4 allows the user to select either the day or night portion of the shade or both depending on preference To let the shade s down press the Down button and then the appropriate shade button to allow the shade to come down It can be adjusted to the user s desired level To raise the shade s
48. the battery When the circuit breakers are shut down or electrically tripped they must be manually reset To find the circuit breakers follow the line from the battery or converter approximately 18 inches this may lead to a junction box or to a cabinet inside the Zephyr or to a similar location As needed manually reset the circuit breaker or breakers as shown in the accompanying picture Be careful when working around these connections as an accidental electrical short to ground i e momentarily connecting the positive or hot terminal to any part of the chassis can be potentially hazardous and harmful Figure 7 18 Resettable Circuit Breakers Towards this end don t store in this particular storage compartment anything which may move around in transit and subsequently cause any electrical short circuits or anything that is flammable Fuse Blocks Some of the electrical circuitry within the motor home is protected by various fusing systems Some of these fuse blocks are immediately accessible from the driver s side underneath the dashboard Underneath the dashboard is an enclosure which contains fuse blocks These fuse blocks protect some of the major electrical 7 11 ELECTRICAL FEATURES systems of immediate concern to the driver such as the power seats driver s and passenger s spot light mirrors camera radio and various extra fused positions Should there be any electrical failure of these components or sys
49. the dishwasher by closing the dishwasher door then press the start pause button to begin the washing cycle This button also has a delay start function as desired 7 Pause the dishwashing cycle if desired by pressing the start pause button wait for three beeps to be heard then one can safely open the dishwasher Restart the dishwasher after closing the door by ptessing the start pause button Note Forcing open the dishwasher door in mid cycle may cause damage and or injury 8 Finish the dishwashing cycle by noting when the dishwasher beeps six times to indicate the end of the wash cycle At the end of the washing cycle the drying fan will continue to run for a pre determined time or until the door is opened The drying fan assists in drying the washed contents and actually uses very little electrical energy in the process It is normal for some water to remain in the drain filter area after the wash cycle is completed Note Should a power failure occur when the dishwasher is operating the dishwasher will stop It may be impossible to open the dishwasher depending on where it was interrupted in the dishwashing cycle When the power is again re applied the dishwasher will resume its operation at the point where it was interrupted When not in actual use the dishwasher can be used to store dishes cups glasses and the like as the dishwasher itself provides secure storage of these items while in transit Warning
50. the fit of the wheel to the hub to make sure that the wheel is not mis mounted which would produce a wobbly wheel when the motor home is in motion then tighten the lug nuts Check all fluid levels e g engine oil transmission fluid coolant power steering fluid brake fluid battery fluid if applicable windshield washer solvent to assure correct levels are maintained Fill any low reservoirs as needed DO NOT SUBSTITUTE any other fluids for specified oils transmission fluid brake fluid or other hydraulic fluids in most instances substitutions are not acceptable and may void warranties Prior to starting the motor home engine make sure that all lines e g water sewer and electrical power cords are disconnected and properly stowed Assure that the leveling jacks are in the travel position After entering the motor home make sure that the electrically actuated retractable step has properly operated to retract the step fully before starting the engine of the motor home Driving Various adjustments need to be made to assure the driver s comfort and the safety of the motor home before starting and moving the motor home these include The driver should adjust the drivers seat the tilt steering the exterior rear view mirrors and the instrumentation panel lighting if night time for the driver s comfort and safety This is especially important for first time use so that the driver may become accustomed
51. the main body of the RV The surfaces of these areas are more at risk for condensation and surface mold growth To minimize this risk clean storage areas regularly and allow an air space between stored items and the exterior wall to promote air circulation 147 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Use of Un Vented Combustion Equipment Un vented combustion equipment such as propane stovetops are a source of moisture within the RV For every gallon of fuel consumed approximately one gallon of water vapor is evaporated into the air Whenever possible operate an exhaust fan in combination with the use of any un vented combustion appliance within the RV Water vapor and other combustion byproducts should be vented to the exterior of the RV The RV owner should strictly follow use and maintenance instructions for safe operation of any combustion equipment particularly un vented equipment Exterior Care of Your RV The exterior shell of the RV is the primary weather and moisture barrier Over the life of the vehicle the shell will require regular care and maintenance in accotdance with other instructions for exterior cate The shell includes the roof sidewalls windows doors and under floor of the vehicle Particular attention needs to be devoted to ensure these components are maintained to ensure a tight barrier against bulk water intrusion The shell should be inspected periodically for tears gaps and condition of sealants in accordance with this cone
52. to the feel of the motor home and know where the various adjustments are located before the fact not after some need arises Figure 2 1 Driver s Instrumentation Panel while the motor home is in setvice The driver should be familiar with all gauges instruments switches and indicators on the instrument panel Figure 2 1 prior to driving Should the driver encounter any unknowns on the panel they 24 DRIVING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS should be investigated via the Owner s Manual or Owner s Information Package prior to departure so that the driver fully understands these items and their functions e One should never adopt a learn as you go philosophy as there are too many controls and switches to be understood before the motor home is actually used Please take the time to become thoroughly familiar with the entire instrument panel prior to using the motor home on the road e Do not operate the cruise control function during any extreme weather situations e g snow ice sleet heavy rain or when road conditions are hazardous icy snowy winding roads city traffic or when a constant speed of the motor home is not possible or if traffic conditions don t warrant such e Avoid driving the motor home through any standing water If deep enough such water can wet the brake pads and cause fading of the brakes Le loss of braking power and lead to excessive sliding or pulling to one side or another
53. uneven wear patterns on the tread cracks foreign objects or other signs of wear or trauma e Remove bits of glass and foreign objects wedged in the tread e Make sure your tire valves have valve caps e Check tire pressure before going on a long trip e Do not overload your vehicle Check the Tire Information and Loading Placard or User s Manual for the maximum recommended load for the vehicle Section Two Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX Ibs on your vehicles placard 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 1419 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage capacity For example if the XXX equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this section to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage
54. up green To turn off the picture press it again to release The monitor become standby condition POWER indicator light up red 2 Adjust the VOLUME control 3 Adjust the picture contrast and brightness The DAY NIGHT selector switch should normally be kept in the DAY released position When you view the picture at night or in a tunnel etc depress the switch to make the picture less bright therefore in the NIGHT position Thus the picture will be easy to view even in a dark place When you set the gear level to the R position with the POWER switch released The monitor is turned on and the picture from the camera connected to the CAMERA A connector appears irrespective of the INPUT knob setting Warning Note on the power of the monitor When you press the POWER switch to release the monitor becomes standby condition The power is not turned off until you set the ignition key to the OFF position 416 MAJOR APPLIANCES ACCESSORIES Warning About the Liquid Crystal Display LCD panel Do not press on the LCD panel on the monitor unit as doing so can distort the picture or cause a malfunction The picture may become unclear or the LCD panel may be damaged Clean the LCD panel with a slightly damp cloth DO NOT use solvents such as benzene thinner commercially available cleaners or antistatic spray Warning If your motor home is parked in a cold or hot place the picture may not be immediately cle
55. use Zephyr Year Model Tiffin Serial _ Date Mileage Service Work Performed Performed by Cost Reproduction Master Copy this sheet and use copy to maintain your maintenance records You may wish to keep the completed sheets in a three ring binder for your permanent record 158 MAINTENANCE DATA CHARTS RV Owner Maintenance Record Please enter the following information in the table for your future use Zephyr Year Model Tiffin Serial _ O Date Mileage Service Work Performed Performed by Cost Reproduction Master Copy this sheet and use copy to maintain your maintenance records You may wish to keep the completed sheets in a three ring binder for your permanent record 159 MAINTENANCE DATA CHARTS 15 10
56. which are labeled for the different sets of lights vents and other functions that they operate To get a function to work push the button and release the orange back light indicates the function is operating To get the slide outs in out first set the Park Brake and turn on the Ignition Switch then hold the button down until the desired location is reached To operate the vent fans press the Fan Power button then hold the up down button to open close the vent fan il il When entering the coach first turn on the 12V disconnect located on top of the cup Figure 7 7 Multiplexing holder and then press a button on any of the multiplex panels to operate slide outs Wiring System vent fans and different sets of lights When the 12V disconnect is turned off all lights and fans will turn off When the 12V disconnect is turned on again each function must be turned on again from the multiplex button panels The lights will not turn on automatically with the 12V disconnect 7 6 ELECTRICAL FEATURES The Front Galley Dinette Hall and Bedroom Lights are each on their own Scene Module These modules allow the lights to be dimmed and brightened by holding down the button to the desired brightness Also there are Scene Buttons on some of the panels which have different functions By using these buttons groups of lights can be programmed to come on or go off by the press of the button therefore creating different scenes
57. which may interfere with driving These shades can be deployed as needed and then moved out of the way when no longer desired Figure 13 1 Typical Window In the bedroom one particular window will be marked with an EXIT label this is an emergency escape Figure 13 2 to be used only when normal exits are blocked or inaccessible To use this emergency escape merely lift the red handles at the bottom of the window and push outwards to open the window Should it be necessary to use this exit please look for a secure footing when exiting so that no personal injury is A sustained in the process Itis also prudent when parking the motor Figure 13 2 Emergency Exit Window home to be aware of where this emergency exit window will be situated so that it is not inadvertently blocked or impeded from its normal intended operation should such become necessary Awnings The Zephyr may be equipped with an electric patio awning Figure 13 3 that provides as much ot as little shade as required The versatile awning system can be controlled by the stationary control panel the remote control or the auto retract system The remote control allows you to operate the awning from any convenient location To use the remote turn system power ON at the control panel NOTE The awning will not operate while the engine is running NOTE Power ON OFF and the Auto Retract settings can only be operated at the control panel
58. 20 volt AC electricity therefore the motor home must either be plugged into an external source of AC power or using on board power from the generator An optional inverter would also permit the 12 volt DC power to be converted into 120 volt AC for the television s Detailed operation of the television s is provided in the accompanying owners manuals found in the Owner s Information Package included with the motor home 46 MAJOR APPLIANCES ACCESSORIES Generic operations of the television would include a basic on off switch volume up down control channel up down selector and menu up down selector these functions are found both on the television set itself and on the accompanying remote that comes with the television set If the motor home has been wired for satellite TV there should be an interior jack or jacks and an exterior jack to connect the satellite system Consult your owner s manual for the satellite system to determine the correct connections to be made The televisions are powered by 120 volt AC electricity therefore the motor home must either be plugged into an external source of AC power or using on board power from the generator An optional inverter would also permit the 12 volt DC power to be converted into 120 volt AC for the television s Detailed operation of the television s is provided in the accompanying owners manuals found in the Owner s Information Package included with the m
59. Do not replace the cover immediately after using the cook top wait until those surfaces are cool to the touch before replacing the cover Never use the cook top range when the motor home is in motion As a safety feature the following label will be noted in the cooking area 43 MAJOR APPLIANCES ACCESSORIES Warning DO NOT USE cooking appliances as a heating source for the motor home Cooking appliances require fresh air for safe operation Before using any cooking appliance make sure that an overhead vent or window is open and or turn on an exhaust fan Remember that any LP gas operated appliance in the motor home will be consuming oxygen in the motor home If the motor home is totally closed during such operation the oxygen level may be reduced and the associated carbon monoxide level may be increased thereby causing possible harm or death to the occupants through asphyxiation Always use these appliances with proper ventilation DANGER Notice DANGER IF YOU SMELL GAS YOU SHOULD IMMEDIATELY Extinguish any open flames pilot lights and all smoking materials Do not touch or operate any electrical appliances or switches Immediately shut off the gas supply at the main tank valve or supply connection Open doors windows and other ventilation openings then immediately leave the motor home to allow entrapped LP gas to dissipate Have the LP gas system checked to locate and fix the source s of the le
60. E Wherever You Go We Go Fi F j Y fy A i 7 amp fd L L Owner s Manual Tiffin Motorhomes Inc 105 2 Street NW Red Bay AL 35582 U S A Phone 256 356 8661 E Mail info tiffinmotorhomes com 20080630 ZEPHYR OWNER S MANUAL Volume TIFFIN MOTORHOMES INC 105 2 Street NW Red Bay Alabama 35582 U S A Zephyr Owner s Manual ZEPHYR OWNER S MANUAL TIFFIN MOTORHOMES INC Zephyr Owner s Manual O Tiffin Motorhomes Inc 105 24 Street NW Red Bay AL 35582 U S A Telephone 256 356 8661 Facsimile 256 356 8219 E Mail info tiffinmotorhomes com DISCLAIMER Many of the features and appliances described in this manual may or may not be reflected in the actual motor home purchased depending on the options and models selected by the motor home owner All items materials instructions and guidance described in this manual are as accurate as possible at the time of printing However because of Tiffin Motorhomes ongoing and dedicated commitment to excellence improvement of Tiffin s motor homes is a continuing process Consequently Tiffin Motorhomes reserves the right to make substitutions and improvements in its makes and models of motor homes without prior notification Substitutions of comparable or better materials finishes appliances instrumentation and instruction may be made at any time it is deemed prudent to provide the customer with the best possible motor home meeting the custom
61. Electric Steps 9 5 Mirrors 9 7 Chapter 10 Interior Features Bedspread 10 2 Flooring 10 2 Ceiling 10 3 Window Treatments 10 3 Chapter 11 Plumbing amp Bath Features FRESHWATER SYSTEM 11 2 Monitor Panel 11 2 Kitchen Sink 11 2 Bath Sink Shower amp Accessories 11 3 Water Pump 11 3 City Water Connection 11 4 Filling the Freshwater Tank 11 5 Sanitizing 11 5 Water Filter 11 6 Freshwater Lines 11 7 Plumbing Manifold 11 7 WASTEWATER SYSTEMS 11 7 General Information 11 7 Toilet 11 8 P Traps 11 9 Black Water Holding Tank 11 9 Gray Water Holding Tank 11 10 Wastewater Disposal 11 10 Sewer Connection and Camping 11 11 No Fuss Flush 11 12 Exterior Shower 11 12 Chapter 12 Construction Features Construction Notes 12 2 Typical Floor Plan 12 2 Chapter 13 Windows Awnings Vents amp Doors Windows 13 2 Awnings 13 2 Vents 13 3 Doors 13 4 Keyless Lock 13 4 Chapter 14 Routine Maintenance EXTERIOR CARE 14 2 Washing 14 2 Waxing 14 3 Seals 14 3 Proper Sealants for Application 14 4 Striping and Decals 14 4 ALCOA Aluminum Wheel Care 14 5 ZEPHYR OWNER S MANUAL Roof Care and Maintenance 14 5 Moisture Management 14 6 Tire and Tire Safety Information 14 10 Tire Pressure 14 24 INTERIOR CARE 14 27 Carpet 14 28 Fabrics 14 29 Walls and Ceiling 14 30 Dashboard 14 30 Woodwork and Floors 14 31 Countertops 14 31 Accessories 14 32 Detectors 14 32 Condensation 14 32 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 14 33
62. Figure 13 3 Electric Patio Awning Extended 132 WINDOWS AWNINGS VENTS DOORS The remote has a maximum operating range of 50 feet Actual distance may vary depending on the specific installation and location of the receiver in the vehicle The auto retract system is active when the awning power is on and disabled when the power is shut off To turn on the system press the power button ON at the master panel The Direct Response system detects awning motion caused by windy conditions The motion sensor is located in the lead rail The system operates by gauging the vertical motion of the awning s leading edge When persistent motion exceeds the factory preset threshold value for two seconds or longer the system automatically retracts the awning to the slide out position The control panel provides four factory pre set sensitivity values threshold values You may have to experiment to find the best setting for your preferences The LOW selection indicates less motion is required before the system closes automatically The HIGH selection indicates more motion is required before the system closes automatically The auto retract system functions in two stages The first stage is described above and applies when the awning is extended past the slide out position The awning will retract and stop at the slide out cover position to provide continued protection for the slide out room When in the slide out cover position the
63. IANCES ACCESSORIES Television Sets Your motor home is High Definition HD ready and is capable of receiving channels that are broadcasting in High Definition In order to receive a clear picture from your satellite dish you must install a high definition receiver and subscribe to high definition HD service Your motorhome does not feature a manual switching box therefore in order to change from satellite to DVD or TV antenna please follow the directions listed below To Select Audio Video Input o Press the TV Video button on the remote control Select TV to view antenna or cable input Figure 4 6 Television Set Select DBS to view satellite input Select DVD to view main DVD player NOTE HD ready satellite receiver must be used for best results To Scan Antenna Cable Channels o Pres the MENU button on the remote control o Select SETUP and press OK o Select Program Channel and press OK o Select ANT in or Cable o Select Auto o Select All Channels Analog Only or Digital Only The television sets Figure 4 9 will vary in location one is in the overhead bay above the dash and the other is in the bedroom depending on the particular floor plan of the Zephyr purchased Some are standard TV sets and some are optional TV sets depending on your specific floor plan All TV sets are High Definition The televisions ate powered by 1
64. OTOR HOMES completed vehicle The VIN is the number used by the state for if ua ee 2 vehicle identification and registration Additionally there is a Tiffin ERA A Motorhomes serial number Figure 1 2 The Tiffin number is wine needed when you plan to make an appointment for service or ordering parts through your Tiffin Motorhomes Dealership or Service Center This number can be found on the side of the dashboard A typical sample of this identification label is shown in Figure 1 2 Figure 1 2 Tiffin Serial Number Another label affixed to your Zephyr is the Recreational Vehicle Industrial Association RVIA Weight Label Figure 1 3 which is a required label for your vehicle Tiffin Motorhomes a manufacturer member of RVIA has the obligation to disclose the following information at minimum to the purchaser of the motor home 15 e An indication of the contents of the RVIA welght label affixed gt Recreational Vehicle na Association RIA Weight Label to the motor home Tiffin Motorhomes Inc e A concise explanation of the following items O GENERAL INFORMATION 105 2 Street NW Red Bay AL 35582 U S A Telephone 256 356 8661 Facsimile 256 356 8219 E Mail info tiffinmotorhomes com Motor Home Weight Information Vehicle Weight VW distribution as i GVWR aa anne is the maximum permissible weight of this Proper
65. SSORIES Programming AM FM Stations Select a radio station then select a button 1 2 3 4 or 5 and push and hold until it beeps The radio station is now programmed to that button Recalling Programmed Radio Stations Push button 1 2 3 4 or 5 to recall a pre programmed station Clock Settings Display Button Push and hold the DISP button until the clock is flashing in the display Adjusting the Minutes Rotate the TUNE knob to the Left to adjust the Minutes Adjusting the Hours Rotate the TUNE knob to the Right to adjust the Hours Note the AM PM indicator NOTE When correct time displays wait a few seconds to allow the time to program CD Operation Playing a CD Insert a CD label side up into the CD slot The CD will auto load and start playing NOTE If a CD does not auto load DO NOT FORCE into the slot as you may already have a CD loaded CD Track Selection Rotate the TUNE knob left or right to change the track Ejecting a CD Push the EJECT button to eject a disc Pausing a CD Push the MUTE button to Pause disc press again to resume play CD Changer optional Load CDs Insert the CD magazine into the external CD changer Selecting the External CD Changer Push the MODE button until CDC appears in the display CD Selection Push button 1 or 2 to scroll through the selection of CDs in the CD changer If a CD is not in one of the trays the unit will continue untl the next CD is found CD Track Selection R
66. TA CHARTS Chapter Maintenance amp Data Charts 151 MAINTENANCE DATA CHARTS RV Owner Data Sheet Please enter the following information in the table for your future use Zephyr Year Model Tiffin Serial _ O Refrigerator Washer Dryer optional Water Heater Microwave Inverter Television Front Back Up Monitor Rear AM FM CD Stereo DVD Entertainment Center Generator Reproduction Master Copy this sheet and use copy to maintain your maintenance records You may wish to keep the completed sheets in a three ring binder for your permanent record 152 MAINTENANCE DATA CHARTS RV Owner Maintenance Record Please enter the following information in the table for your future use Zephyr Year Model Tiffin Serial _ O Date Mileage Service Work Performed Performed by Cost Reproduction Master Copy this sheet and use copy to maintain your maintenance records You may wish to keep the completed sheets in a three ring binder for your permanent record 153 MAINTENANCE DATA CHARTS RV Owner Maintenance Record Please enter the following information in the table for your future use Zephyr Year Model Tiffin Serial _ Date Mileage Service Work Performed Performed by Cost Reproduction Master Copy this sheet and use copy to maintain your maintenance records You may wish to keep the completed sheets in a three ring binder for your perman
67. The weight of fully filled propane containers is considered part of the weight of the RV before it is loaded with people or cargo and is not considered part of the disposable cargo load Water however is a cargo weight and is treated as such If there If there is a fresh water storage tank of 100 gallons this tank when filled would weigh about 800 pounds If more cargo or people are being transported water can be off loaded to keep the total amount of cargo added to the vehicle within the limits of the GVWR so as not to overload the vehicle Understanding this flexibility will allow you the owner to make choices that fit your travel and camping needs When loading your cargo be sure it is distributed evenly to prevent overloading front to back and side to side Heavy items should be placed low and as close to the axle positions as reasonable Too many items on one side may overload a tire The best way to know the actual weight of the vehicle is to weigh it at a public scale Talk to your RV dealer to discuss the weighing methods needed to capture the various weights related to the RV This would include weights for the following axles wheels hitch and total weight How Overloading Affects Your RV and Tires The results of overloading can have serious consequences for passenger safety Too much weight on your vehicle s suspension system can cause spring shock absorber or brake failure handling or steering problems irregular tire wear tir
68. ady location whenever possible and close drapes on those windows exposed to direct sunlight Additionally any heat producing sources e g oven unnecessary lights within the motor home will work against the air conditioning system so strive to minimize their use The air conditioning system is the major consumption device of electrical power in the motor home When this system is being used in an RV park cumulative use of these air conditioning systems by the resident motor homes can create at times a bigger demand for electrical power than is actually available Accordingly at such times a brown out condition may arise this is when the AC voltage normally available drops to a lesser value e g 10 20 below normal or mote Brown out conditions cause appliances to draw greater currents to make up for the reduced voltage thereby causing circuit breakers to trip or fuses to blow Under such conditions your own motor home is not at fault simply reset your breakers and or replace your fuses Should such conditions continue one may wish to turn reduce the electrical load in this case turn off the air conditioning system for awhile or start the electrical generator To cool the motor home the thermostat inside the Zephyr is used this is the same thermostat which controls the furnace functions described earlier The air conditioned cooled air is emitted through the vents which ate located in the roof throughout the
69. ak these wooden surfaces with any water or any other liquid be sure to wipe up spills or residues of any fluids that contact these surfaces to preclude any staining or discoloration of the cabinet surfaces Figure 5 4 Kitchen Drawers Furniture Kitchen Dining amp Living Room Areas On all the various floor plans of the Zephyr a built in dinette booth Figure 5 5 is standard a free standing table Figure 5 8 is optional This dinette provides additional storage under the seat area of the booth in addition to providing additional sleeping facilities Figure 5 10 The sleeping area is realized by lowering the dinette table top and rearranging the seating cushions Specific directions for converting the booth dinette into a bed ate as follows Figure 5 5 Dinette Booth 1 Remove the seat cushions 2 Remove the wooden fill blocks 3 Fold the table leg upwards while slightly lifting the table allow the table to swing down and rest between the two booth seats thus forming the bed Figure 5 6 4 A filler strip Figure 5 7 is attached to the seat portion via a Figure 5 6 Dinette Converted into Bed 53 CABINETS FURNITURE long Velcro strip of the sofa Simply pull these two pieces apart The filler strip can be conveniently stored underneath the dinette until you are ready to re convert the bed back into a sofa 5 Reinstall the seat cushions and back rests to make up the mattress for the bed The living
70. akage TELEVISION SYSTEM OPERATION Television Antenna The Zephyr motor home is equipped with a HD TV antenna Figure 4 7 The antenna control is located in the upper right hand side of the overhead cabinet To change the mode of your TV follow the directions listed below o Press the TV Video Button Input Menu will appear o Input Menu TV Cable or Outside Antenna Figure 4 7 HD TV Antenna O MAJOR APPLIANCES ACCESSORIES DBS Satellite DVD DVD Player HDMI 2 Skip No Function Video 1 Skip No Function Video 2 Skip No Function Video 3 Skip No Function Select the Input Mode using the arrows o Select 1 to access the Cable or Antenna o Select 2 to access the Satellite o Select 3 to access the DVD Player You may also press TV Video then the number corresponding to the input To Edit or Set Channels follow the directions listed below O O O Press the power button to turn on TV Press the TV button Press Menu button on remote Use the down arrow select Setup press OK Use the down arrow select Program Channel press OK Use the right arrow pick ANT or Cable Use the down arrow select Auto press OK Select the All Channels option press OK this may take a few minutes When complete select Apply press OK You ate now ready to view channels by using your channel up or down button 45 MAJOR APPL
71. ally turn off The vent fan should only be left in the on mode when the motor home is parked and in use Figure 13 4 12 VDC Vent Fan 133 WINDOWS AWNINGS VENTS DOORS If the motor home is to be unattended for long periods of time or is to be in storage make sure that the vent fan is turned off Were the fan left on blustery winds or severe storms may prevent the vent from closing and consequently may permit leakage with possible damage into the motor home The bathroom also contains a 12 VDC vent fan which is controlled by an on off switch mounted on the bathroom wall Doors Caution Always secure the dead bolt lock while the motor home is in motion to prevent accidental opening of the entrance door The primary entrance door Figure 13 5 to the motor home is a radius door having a key lock and a dead bolt for additional security When the door is fully opened the door hinge automatically holds the door in an open position To close the door from this open position either the inside or outside handle must be released to permit the door to move then the door may be closed and then locked if desired There is also a screen door Figure 13 8 associated with the entrance door the screen door will permit increased air circulation when the entrance door is open To enjoy this benefit the screen door is operated independently of the entrance door Figure 13 5 Fron
72. and the motor home alignment is still correct then sometimes just rotating the tires by changing wheel position and rotation of the tires will allow the tires to wear evenly Check with the chassis manufacturer and its literature in the Owner s Information Package for particulars on maintaining proper wheel alignment Tire rotation should include the spare tire in the rotation pattern and changing the direction of rotation of the tires Tires can be rotated front to rear and side to side Tire Cleaning Proper cleaning of the tires will assure maximum years of service A soft brush and the normal mild soap should be used to clean the tires Use care in applying any tire dressing product as these contain petroleum derivatives alcohol or silicones which may cause deterioration of the rubber possibly leading to cracking and accelerate the aging process In many instances it isn t the actual dressing itself but the reaction of that product with the antioxidant in the tire Heat can compound this problem also INTERIOR CARE Important The fading of upholstery carpet and other interior fabrics is generally caused by excessive sunlight The drapes blinds or other shades should be kept closed when the vehicle is parked for an extended period of time to minimize the fading Normal deterioration of the appearance of such items caused by wear and or exposure to strong lighting is not covered by the Tiffin Motorhomes Limited Warranty
73. aning solution available through retail sales outlets e g Wal Mart Kmart Target or grocery stores The mop should be damp but not dripping Feel free to use soap based cleaners scouring powders steel wool abrasive cleanets wax ot polish on the ceramic floor as this floor is impervious Mz Inn j to these cleaning agents 11 To remove stubborn spots like shoe polish oil tar markers scuffs and the like use a houschold solvent or nail polish remover on those spots then wipe those treated areas with a damp cloth To remove chocolate grease juice or wine use warm water a and ny off the shelf abrasive cleaner cleansers and the like To Figure 14 15 Zephyr Kitchen remove candle wax or chewing gum carefully scrape off when the material has hardened For further tips please see the manufacturer s recommended information sheet in your Tiffin Motorhomes Owner s Information Package Countertops To care properly for the countertops Figure 14 16 in your new motor home always use a heat pad A or trivet to protect the surface from hot objects that mere ity B may mar or damage the countertop surface Hot pans u Ha FM and heat producing appliances such as electric skillets when set directly on top of the countertop can possibly a mar the beauty and finish of the product Additionally since any heat producing appliances can also damage countertop seams it is essential to check with Tiffin Motorhome
74. ar The monitor is not damaged The picture will become clear after the temperature in your motor home becomes normal Some stationary blue or red dots may appear on the monitor These are called bright spots and can happen with any LCD The LCD panel is highly sophisticated and more than 99 99 of the segments used in the panel are flawless However there is a possibility that less than 0 01 of the segments is defective and may not light up properly However these segments will not interfere with your viewing If the ode switch is in the manual mode the monitor will be on when the ignition switch is turned on If the mode switch is in the automatic mode the monitor will display the picture from the rear mounted camera only when the transmission is in reverse gear To use this system effectively please consult the owner s manual for this system this manual is in the Owner s Information Package Side Mount Camera As an enhanced aid to driving the Zephyr motor home will feature side mounted cameras Figure 4 18 on both sides of the motor home These side mounted Figure 4 18 Side Mount Camera 417 MAJOR APPLIANCES ACCESSORIES cameras ate activated whenever the motor home in transit begins to make a turn When the left turn indicator is used the left side camera is activated and that camera displays on the back u play p monitor a rearward oriented view of the driver s side s
75. ater The water system needs to be flushed with water repeatedly if necessary until there is no chlorine taste or smell left in the system To remove any excessive chlorine taste or odor that might remain prepare a solution of one quart of vinegar to five gallons of water Rock the tank containing the solution by moving the motor home forward and backward several times to clean the tank then drain that tank and refill with clean water Water Filter This motor home is equipped with a water filter Figure 11 8 which must be removed before disinfecting the freshwater system First remove the water filter and then install the by pass pipe to allow the sanitizing solution access to the drink dispenser faucet The water filter is located in the sanitation compartment on the outside of the motor home The filter will remove chlorine dirt and other matter The filter will also eliminate most phenol or similar odors and tastes while delivering sparkling taste free water for drinking and cooking The filter is not guaranteed to remove the tastes and odors of iron and sulfur To remove these impurities one would need to chlorinate the water Replacement filters are available that will filter iron and sulfur Ask your dealer or RV supply center about purchasing an iron and sulfur filter if such A Figure 11 8 Water is desired a Filter If you are traveling in an area where the water has a high iron and sulfur content then add one ta
76. atteries e Visually inspect the fire extinguisher s Every Three Months e Check LP gas lines for leaks with soap solution or leak detector e Clean the microwave hood exhaust fan filter and blades e Test smoke alarm carbon monoxide LP gas detector e Check operation of windows latches and hinges e Clean the roof clean the roof ducted air conditioner filter or filters e Clean and inspect door and window seals reseal where necessary e Inspect and reseal around the tub and shower area where necessary e Lubricate the exterior door hinges and latches with a graphite silicone lubricant e Check clean and tighten battery cables and inspect batteries for proper fluid levels Every Six Months e Inspect any slide out for proper seal If realignment is necessary please contact an authorized Tiffin Motorhomes Service Center e Inspect all exterior rubber seals and apply an UV inhibitor such as 303 Protectant s necessary e Change the battery in the smoke detector e Rotate tires as recommended by the tire manufacturer e Check all gas appliances for proper operation e Have the LP system inspected by a qualified technician e Lubricate the movable parts on the entrance step e Change the batteries in both the smoke detector and the CO LP gas detector 1434 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Annually Inspection of roof seams and joints should be performed by an authorized Motorhomes Service Center If resealing is necessary it
77. blespoon of chlorine bleach to every 10 gallons of water in your tank this will precipitate the iron or sulfur so that the filter can remove those impurities If you are at a site where the unit is connected to a city water supply you will not be able to chlorinate the system because the water flows straight to your faucets and not through the freshwater tank Filters should be changed every 6 12 months depending on the quality and quantity of water that is used in your motor home 11 6 PLUMBING BATH FEATURES Freshwater Lines Vibration and flexing encountered when the motor home is traveling can cause pipes and fittings to become loose Check all of the plumbing connections for leaks at least on an annual basis If the water pump runs when all faucets are turned off check for a possible leak Be sure that the drain valves are closed Connections at the kitchen and bathroom faucets normally seal by hand tightening them and then making an additional half turn with a wrench If a fitting leak persists disconnect it completely and visually inspect it for mineral deposits or foreign material stuck on the sealing surfaces Clean the surfaces thoroughly and reinstall the fitting Take the motor home to an authorized Tiffin Motorhomes setvice center for additional repairs if the water system continues to leak Follow the winterizing instructions given in Chapter 14 to reduce risk of leaks caused by cracks from freezing pipes Left unchecked f
78. cated in the side cabinet above the driver s seat must be activated By activating this switch a supply of hot water as well as interior heat can be provided The heating feature will be controlled by the thermostat mounted on the wall It is operated off the furnace function of the thermostat to provide interior heat Figure 3 2 Hydraunic Heating System If interior heat and hot water are demanded from the hydraunic heating system at the same time hot water will simultaneously take precedence over interior heat therefore causing the interior heat to shut down and turn off until the water flow is turned off from water sources 33 HEATING AIR CONDITIONING The surge tank Figure 3 3 located in the basement should be routinely inspected to make sure the antifreeze _ fill line stays in the acceptable zone If the antifreeze becomes low you must add the recommended antifreeze stated in the hydranic heating owner s manual If antifreeze is totally depleted from the surge tank a switch will be released inside the main hydraunic heating tank disabling the system from operating Antifreeze e Fi 3 4 Control Panel will then have to be added to the tank to rer reactivate the switch and allow the system to operate Figure 3 3 Surge Tank If batteries accidentally become discharged and the hydraunic heating system is activated the system will automatically shut down before batteries are totally discharged Once power is
79. cated in the slide out s are wired through the kitchen GFCI The exterior receptacles ate wired through the bathroom GFCI Consequently if an appliance plugged into a slide out or exterior receptacle is not working check for a tripped GFCI in the kitchen or bathroom In addition these receptacles protect the user from ground faults between an electrically hot wire and ground The GFCI will not reduce the shock hazard if the short is between a neutral and hot wire or two hot lead wires The GFCI should be tested at least once a month The 120 VAC electrical system must be on for the GFCI to be tested To test the GFCI the reset button needs to be pushed in fully before starting the test Push the test button this will cause the reset button to pop out which means that the protected circuits have been disconnected Figure 7 13 Ground Fault Circuit Push the reset button back in until a click is heard this will re activate the protected Op GR circuit If the GFCI is working properly the reset button will remain in the in position Inverter Converter When the 120 VAC power is not available either from the power cord or the generator the optional inverter converter Figure 7 14 may be used The control panel for the inverter converter is located above or near the entrance door When the inverter converter is turned on it transforms the 12 VDC power to 120 VAC power for the
80. cks are not meant for this type of service and this misuse would be very dangerous to the operator HWH Leveling Control System The HWH Computerized Leveling system Figure 9 5 which requires minimal effort from the motor home user For automatic leveling of the motor home perform the following steps 93 EXTERIOR FEATURES Automatic Leveling 1 Turn the ignition switch to the acc or on position The engine must be off to level the motor home The transmission shift must be in the position for parking The parking brake must be set either manually or automatically If the not in park brake light on the HWH console is on check or re check the shift and brake position 23 HWH Press the hyd button on the HWH console The COMPUTERIZED LEVELING hydraulic operation indicator light will turn on with vo EA FLorE 0 5 8 a steady glow Press the hyd button a second time the hydraulic UD 13 ee gt operation indicator light will flash on and off the r gt motor home will automatically level itself then the eo or ya nu CAUTION system will turn itself of A UNDERSTAND OPERATOR S MANUAL BEFORE USING BLOCK FRAME AND TIRES SECURELY BEFORE REMOVING TIRES OR CRAWLING UNDER VEHICLE To store the hydraulic jacks prior to moving the motor home perform the following steps f 2 Figure 9 5 HWH Leveling Control Panel Turn the ignition sw
81. cturer s load and inflation tables or the sidewall of the tires mounted on the motor home Note 2 If the motor home has duals read dual capacity from the tire and multiply by 2 two to obtain dual assembly load carrying capacity More detailed information can be found in the manufacturer s literature Figure 14 8 associated with the chassis and or the tires provided with the motor home For example the following table illustrates the inflation pressures for Michelin tites as a function of the loads per position for a INFLATION PRESSURES FOR MICHELIN TIRES specified speed of the motor home In this siamo Lost Lonis en in ir Ps 1 Tires Single S 2 Tires manner one can determine the appropriate un ana i 5 a 17 19 al a m u D 2860 3130 3380 3630 3860 4080 4280 inflation pressures for each of the tires on the ans e E e Pilot XZA LRF Lbs Ls 2475 2650 2835 3040 3220 3405 3640 D 4760 5120 5510 5840 6170 6500 6830 motor home as a function of the loads they a see eee eet eer ERE Los S 2475_ 2615 2755 2895 3040 3195 3315 3450 3640 are to carry on the trip s the motor home is to aces apio sin so sian soon 6230 6490 T seso PSI 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 245 70R 19 5 F s 3320 3440 3540 3640 3740 3890 4080 take er RF Les Fy 6230 6430 6630 6830 1030 7310 7720 Ps
82. d areas thoroughly with distilled or de ionized water tap water is okay too Avoid getting the bakine soda solution into the battery fill plugs to each battery cell this would drastically reduce the effectiveness of the battery by neutralizing the sulfuric acid in the battery cells or worse kill the 75 ELECTRICAL FEATURES battery Dry the battery cables and terminals to prevent corrosion to protect those terminals further use a plastic ignition spray on the terminals Do not use grease on the terminals especially on the metal to metal connections as grease may act as an insulator and keep the battery electrical power from entering the cables If the batteries are not going to be used for an extended period of time they should be removed from the Zephyr and stored in a warm dry place IT IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED that this service be performed by a qualified service technician as the process is usually too complicated for the average owner to perform For those who may wish to perform this service themselves the following procedure is described Mark the battery cables plus sign or red for the positive cable minus sign or black for the negative cable so that they can be properly reconnected again later Then disconnect the negative terminal s from the batteries Afterwards disconnect the positive terminals Now the batteries can be removed for storage When the batteries are moved keep them uprig
83. denso com www flexsteel com www hwhcorp com www kwikee com www norcold com www onanindiana com www panasonic com www powergear com www safetalert com www sharp usa com www suburbanmanufacturing com www dometic com www xantrex com e g locations of authorized subsidiaries the following web site www rvamerica com data s_alist htm should be helpful This site provides complete alphabetic listings of all suppliers and vendors for all contemporary recreational vehicles and motor homes If any warranty service may be required that service needs to be completed during the warranty period basic warranty 12 months or 12 000 miles Tiffin Motorhomes warrants its unitized construction for 10 years and its laminations for 5 years Any service work performed after the expiration of the Tiffin Motorhomes warranties WILL NOT be covered by those warranties 14 GENERAL INFORMATION Exceptions may be made on an individual basis to this deadline on account of the unavailability of parts and or service appointment time where work is to be performed However don t rely on the possibility of an exception please schedule any desired in warranty work before your warranty expires Owner s Information Package The Owner s Information Package Figure 1 1 includes valuable documents about your Zephyr and its components and systems By consulting the booklets and instruction manuals included in the Owner s Information Package you will learn
84. detect both CO and explosive gases simultaneously Carbon monoxide CO is a colorless odorless tasteless gas which when breathed bonds to the hemoglobin in the red blood cells and thus Figure 4 20 Carbon drastically reduces or blocks the transfer of oxygen from the lungs to the rest of ri the body In sufficient concentrations CO kills by asphyxiation In lesser amounts CO makes the victim groggy lethargic and unable to think clearly or quickly CO is one of the products of combustion for many materials including petroleum based products e g gasoline diesel fuel propane butane among others Since many of the appliances and the engines associated with the motor home produce CO in their normal operations it is necessary to assure that CO levels do not rise to dangerous levels within the motor home In sufficiently high concentrations CO can kill in minutes Consequently the CO detector should be checked at regular intervals to assure it is in proper operating condition and that its battery is fresh Periodic checking with the test button to assure normal operation of the CO detector and to allow the motor home users to hear how the CO alarm actually sounds would be worthwhile 4 18 MAJOR APPLIANCES ACCESSORIES The most susceptible people to CO poisoning are unborn babies small children pregnant women senior citizens and people with cardiovascular or respiratory problems Consequently it is prudent to ch
85. diameter and width Rim type designation This means the industry of manufacturer s designation for a rim by style or code Rim width This means the nominal distance between rim flanges 1422 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Section width The linear distance between the exteriors of the sidewalls of an inflated tire excluding elevations due to labeling decoration or protective bands Sidewall That portion of a tire between the tread and bead Sidewall separation The parting of the rubber compound from the cord material in the sidewall Test rim Ihe rim on which a tire is fitted for testing and may be any rim listed as appropriate for use with that tire Tread That portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road Tread rib A tread section running circumferentially around a tire Tread separation Pulling away of the tread from the tire carcass Treadwear indicators TWI Ihe projections within the principal grooves designed to give a visual indication of the degrees of wear of the tread Vehicle capacity weight The rated cargo and luggage load plus 68 kilograms 150 lbs times the vehicle s designated seating capacity Vehicle maximum load on the tire The load on an individual tire that is determined by distributing to each axle its share of the maximum loaded vehicle weight and dividing by two Vehicle normal load on the tire The load on an individual tire that is determined by distributing to each axle
86. e battery from most of the 12 VDC circuits in the motor home so that there is no inadvertent drain on the battery while the owner is away from the motor home e g shopping trips day trips for sightseeing It is a good idea to develop the habit of disconnecting the 12 VDC house battery system whenever one leaves the motor home for the better part of a day so that the house battery is protected Additionally it is worthwhile periodically to check the fluid levels in the batteries constituting the 12 VDC house battery system to make sure that all fluid levels are properly maintained otherwise a full charge cannot be maintained in the batteries 120 Volt AC VAC Receptacles Your Zephyr Motor Home is equipped with several 120 VAC receptacles Figure 7 11 located throughout the interior of the motor home These 120 VAC receptacles are of the three prong variety the third prong being a grounding pin which provides adequate grounding to protect one from any electrical shock For these receptacles to work properly do not use an adapter cheater or extension cord which defeats the function of the grounding pin For the same reason never remove or bend away the ground prong or pin from any three prong AC plug so that it would fit a two prong AC receptacle i c an Figure 7 11 120 VAC Outlets ungrounded AC receptacle Never operate the Zephyr if there is an electrical short present as an electrical short may deli
87. e or rear of the motor home outline indicates that that side or end is low The lower down arrow buttons will lower the motor home NOTE The hydraulic jacks Figure 9 6 will always work in pairs Front right side left side or rear Important The leveling system should be cycled once a month or whenever the motor home is used to keep the leveling system in good operating condition Electric Steps The Zephyr is equipped with electric three step doorsteps Figure 9 7 The rocker switch to operate these steps is located in the passenger console box When the power switch for the steps is in the on position simply open the door and the steps will automatically extend Detailed operation for the electrical three step doorsteps is as follows 1 Turn the step power switch on 2 Close the door The step should retract and lock into the UP position 3 Open the door The step should extend and lock into the DOWN position 4 Turn the step power switch off The step should remain in an extended position when the door is closed Turning off the power with the step retracted will hold the step in a retracted position as well Figure 9 7 Entrance Step 5 With the step extended turn the step power switch off and close the entrance door Turn the vehicle ignition switch on The ignition override system will go into effect and the step will automatically retract Caution If the m
88. e and should be replaced when the tread is worn down to 1 16 of an inch Tires have built in tread wear indicators that let you know when it is time to replace your tires These indicators are raised sections spaced intermittently in the bottom of the tread grooves When they appear even with the outside of the tread it is time to replace your tires Another method for checking tread depth is to place a penny in the tread with Lincoln s head upside down and facing you If you can see the top of Lincoln s head you are ready for new tires Tire Balance and Wheel Alignment To avoid vibration or shaking of the vehicle when a tire rotates the tire must be properly balanced This balance is achieved by positioning weights on the wheel to counterbalance heavy spots on the wheel and tire assembly A wheel alignment adjusts the angles of the wheels so that they are positioned correctly relative to the vehicle s frame This adjustment maximizes the life of your tires These adjustments require special equipment and should be performed by a qualified technician Tire Rotation Rotating tires from front to back and from side to side can reduce irregular wear for vehicles that have tires that are all the same size Look in your owner s manual for information on how frequently the tires on your vehicle should be rotated and the best pattern for rotation 1413 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE A Tire Rotation Example For maximum mileage rotate your tires
89. e failure or other damage An overloaded vehicle is hard to drive and hard to stop In cases of serious overloading brakes can fail completely particularly on steep hills The load a tire will carry safely is a combination of the size of tire its load range and corresponding inflation pressure 1418 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Excessive loads and or under inflation cause tire overloading and as a result abnormal tire flexing occurs This situation can generate an excessive amount of heat within the tire Excessive heat may lead to tire failure It is the air pressure that enables a tire to support the load so proper inflation is critical Since RVs can be configured and loaded in many ways air pressures must be determined from actual loads determined by weighing and taken from the load and inflation tables provided by the tire manufacturer These air pressures may differ from those found on the certification label However they should never exceed the tire limitation for load or air pressure If you discover that your tires cannot support the actual weights the load will need to be lightened Tire Safety Tips Preventing Tire Damage e Slow down if you have to go over a pothole or other object in the road e Do not run over curbs or other foreign objects in the roadway and try not to strike the curb when parking Tire Safety Checklist e Check tire pressure regularly at least once a month including the spare e Inspect tires for
90. e fresh gray and black water tanks and the present condition of the batteries The empty indicator light will momentarily light when the button is pressed If the tank is full all of the lights will be on Lights are sequentially arranged to indicate fluid levels in approximately third tank increments For example if the tank selected is approximately two thirds full then the indicator lights E for empty 1 3 and 2 3 will all be lit at the same time On the right hand side of the monitor panel is a water pump switch The switch controls the power going to the pump and is used to turn that power either on or off There are other water pump switches nearby the sinks in the kitchen and the bathroom to enable convenient use of the water system throughout the motor home Kitchen Sink The kitchen sink Figure 11 2 installed is a solid surface double bowl stainless steel sink equipped with two sink covers to provide additional counter space when the sink is not in use For the sink cleaning care consists of washing only with mild detergents and water and using a soft cloth for subsequent drying and polishing The faucet in the kitchen is a single handle faucet 11 2 Figure 11 2 Kitchen Sink amp Counter PLUMBING BATH FEATURES Bath Sink Shower Accessories The sink Figure 11 3 in the bathroom is a solid continuous surface When cleaning this surface
91. e in a valve arrangement that permits draining each tank separately or together Figure 11 12 Itis recommended to drain the black water tank first before draining the gray water tank This procedure permits the water from the gray tank to wash the black water residue from the drain lines and hose The valves that open to release the water are called gate valves The blade that closed the opening in the sewer drainpipes is connected to the T handle to release contents of the tank s when pulled The sewer line must be securely capped during self containment use to prevent leakage of waste materials onto the ground or f o o f pavement Do not p ull the hol ding Figure 11 12 Sanitation Compartment Containing Holding Tank Drains and Flexible Drain Hose tank gate valve open when the protective cap is installed on the pipe Always drain the tank into an acceptable sewer inlet or dump station Whenever possible drain both the holding tanks prior to traveling The carrying capacity of your vehicle will be reduced if water at 8 3 pounds gallon is left in the black or gray tanks The holding tanks should only be drained when they are at least Y full Doing this will provide a sufficient volume of water to allow the complete flushing of waste materials in the drain lines and hose If the tanks are not full add enough water to allow for sufficient flushing 11 10 PLUMBING BATH FEATURES To empty the wastewater tanks co
92. e services are available for use within the motor home proper This telephone Within the motor home there are several telephone jacks e g bedroom living room for connecting telephone s as desired Dishwasher Optional The Zephyr may be equipped with an optional compact dishwasher Figure 4 12 If such i is installed the following operating instructions may be used to operate that dishwasher Figure 4 11 Telephone Jack 1 Load the dishes be sure to remove all food scraps and other materials such as paper napkins or towels 2 Add desired detergent and rinse aid solution 3 Press the power button to turn the dishwasher on E 1 pushing this button again will then also turn the dishwasher off Note Merely opening the dishwasher will automatically turn on the dishwasher for a 30 second period To end a wash cycle before it s fully completed press the power button at which time the dishwasher will pump any remaining water in the dishwasher out of the unit Figure 4 12 Dishwasher Optional 4 Select Wash Program By pressing the program button the desired wash cycle can be selected The dishwasher will remember the last selection made until a newer one is selected 5 Check to assure that the drain filter is flush with the filter plate and the spray arm can rotate within the dishwasher freely without impacting anything 411 MAJOR APPLIANCES ACCESSORIES 6 Start
93. e the water hose has been flushed th hl h ly off CITY WATER ed aie y a Be y o POSITION onnect the other end of the hose to the city water connections on the motor Figure 11 6 Power 2 home Hose Reel TANK FILL Once the city watet fill valve is opened water is supplied to the POSITION freshwater system including the hot water heater faucets and toilet Turn on the water supply and open all of the faucets to clear any trapped air within the plumbing lines within the motor home Figure 11 7 City Water Valve Once any air pockets have purged from the water lines and water flows freely close all of the faucets The city water supply is pressurized usually 60 80 psig therefore the water pump is not needed when the water system of the motor home is connected to the city water system To disconnect the motor home from the city water supply close the valve and remove the hose from the city water supply Disconnect the hose from the city water connection drain it and store the hose in the water compartment of the motor home 114 PLUMBING BATH FEATURES Filling the Freshwater Tank The freshwater tank is normally filled from the city water connection The city water valve Figure 11 7 located in sanitation compartment near the water connection determines whether the city water is going through the motor home water system or into the freshwater tank Since there is not an automatic shut off when filling
94. eak tight connection e Prior to any re fueling operation of the LP gas system shut off all the pilot lights e NEVER under any circumstances check for LP gas leaks with any type of open flame doing so would probably cause an explosion and subsequent fire e Periodically inspect visually the entire LP gas distribution system do so at least semi annually and before any major trips Should problems be noted seek the services of a qualified service technician to make necessary repairs and perform any maintenance Warning The LP gas distribution system in your motor home is designed for liquid propane LP gas ONLY DO NOT attempt to connect and use any natural gas or butane gas systems with this LP gas system Fire Safety As with any enclosed system containing the three required conditions for fire 1 e combustible materials oxygen ignition sources there will exist the possibility of fire Tiffin Motorhomes has taken every precaution and design practice to minimize or negate this possibility but the final determination rests with the owner and user of the motor home Accordingly it is in the best interests of the owners users and their guests to be aware of basic fire safety practices and procedures and those particular features that Tiffin Motorhomes has provided for fire safety Fire Extinguisher The Zephyr is equipped with a fire extinguisher located on the toe kick in front of the passenger s seat see Figure 2 7
95. eck that CO monitor regularly for normal operation and to remain aware of the symptoms of CO poisoning which include dizziness nausea vomiting muscular twitching throbbing in the temples incoherent thinking and speech weakness sleepiness and intense headaches Warning Carbon monoxide gas derived from products of combustion of motor fuel LP gas and other petroleum based products is a deadly gas which can kill motor home occupants if allowed to accumulate in sufficient concentration Assure that all engine operations are not restricted tailpipes and exhaust ports should not be blocked or restricted in any way Additionally any accumulation of exhaust gases outside or underneath the motor home should be avoided as such may enter the motor home through windows or vents be careful how and where the motor home is parked to avoid such conditions Regularly monitor outside conditions to assure that all exhaust gases can readily be dissipated and not enter the motor home inadvertently Warning Never sleep in a motor home when the engine is running engine exhaust fumes could enter the motor home and cause disability or death Regularly check the exhaust system to note any leakage sites and if found discontinue use of the motor home until they are repaired by a competent qualified service technician Do not attempt repairs on the exhaust system yourself and do not modify temporarily or permanently the exhaust system at all Sh
96. ecorations or protective bands or ribs Pin Weight The vertical trailer load supported by the king pin of a fifth wheel hitch Ply A layer of rubber coated parallel cords Ply separation A parting of rubber compound between adjacent plies Pneumatic tire A mechanical device made of rubber chemicals fabric and steel or other materials that when mounted on an automotive wheel provides the traction and contains the gas or fluid that sustains the load Production options weight The combined weight of those installed regular production options weighing over 2 3 kilograms 5 lbs in excess of those standard items which they replace not previously considered in curb weight or accessory weight including heavy duty brakes ride levelers roof rack heavy duty battery and special trim Radial ply tire A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at substantially 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Recommended inflation pressure This is the inflation pressure provided by the vehicle manufacturer on the Tire Information label and on the Certification VIN tag Reinforced tire A tire designed to operate at higher loads and at higher inflation pressures than the corresponding standard tire Rim A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated Rim diameter This means the nominal diameter of the bead seat Rim size designation This means the tim
97. ed this can be accomplished through a proper weighing of the fully loaded motor home One can find various places that have certified public scales where one s motor home can be weighed For example moving and storage company lots farm suppliers with grain elevators gravel pits recycling companies and large scale commercial truck stops ate some of the possible locations for weighing the motor home One can also check the Yellow Pages of the telephone book for scales public or weighers to determine other locations for weighing the motor home A brief overview of the procedure for weighing the motor home is shown in Figure 14 7 WEIGHING YOUR SINGLE AXLE RECREATIONAL VEHICLE RV To Obtain Individual Axle and Gross Vehicle Weights STEP 1d STEP 1b Scale Weight lbs lbs e lbs Step 1a GAW Step 1b GVW Step 1c GAW Step 1d From Owner s lbs lbs lbs lbs Manual GAWR GVWR GAWR Vehicle Weight Gcwr Gvw To Obtain Individual Wheel Position Weights STEP 2a STEP 2b STEP 2c oe Ca l Ong Side lbs lbs lbs Scale Weight Step 2a Step 2b Step 2c Calculate Other Ibs Ibs Ibs Side Weight Step 10 20 Step 1b 2b Step 1c 2c Tire Load Ibs lbs lbs Seo Note 1 See Notes 1 amp 2 Inflation psi psi See Note 1 See Note 1 Figure 14 7 Procedure for Weighing the Motor Home Each Tire Position Individually 1425 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Note 1 From the tire manufa
98. em to trap odors When the vehicle is in motion the water may splash out of the sink and shower drains When the motor home is stored the water may evaporate from these traps allowing odors to enter the motor home If this occurs run water from the faucet into the drain thus allowing water to fill the traps again A good practice would be to run a little water into these drains on a monthly basis Black Water Holding Tank The black water i e sewage holding tank is located directly beneath the toilet Before using the toilet you will need to treat the tank with water that is mixed with an odor controlling chemical Be careful not to spill the chemicals on your hands clothing or the carpet because such may cause a permanent stain Pull the toilet levers forward to allow the chemicals to mix with the toilet water Continue pulling the toilet levers until a depth of at least one inch of solution is directly under the toilet Release the levers and the waste tank is now ready for use 119 PLUMBING BATH FEATURES Caution Use only approved RV odor controlling chemicals in the holding tanks Products containing ammonia and petroleum will damage the ABS plastic holding tanks and seals Gray Water Holding Tank The gray water holding tank is located in the underbelly of the vehicle It is primarily used for the drainage from the kitchen and bath sinks and the shower Wastewater Disposal Both of the holding tanks terminat
99. en inflation pressure Maximum load rating The load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible inflation pressure for that tire Maximum permissible inflation pressure The maximum cold inflation pressure to which a tire may be inflated Maximum loaded vehicle weight The sum of curb weight accessory weight vehicle capacity weight and production options weight Measuring rim Ihe rim on which a tire is fitted for physical dimension requirements Non pneumatic rim A mechanical device which when a non pneumatic tire assembly incorporates a wheel supports the tire and attaches either integrally or separably to the wheel center member and upon which the tite is attached Non pneumatic tite assembly A non pneumatic tire alone or in combination with a wheel or wheel center member which can be mounted on a vehicle 1421 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Normal occupant weight This means 68 kilograms 150 lbs times the number of occupants specified in the second column of Table I of 49 CFR 571 110 Occupant distribution The distribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in the third column of Table I of 49 CFR 571 110 Open splice Any parting at any junction of tread sidewall or innerliner that extends to cord material Outer diameter The overall diameter of an inflated new tire Overall width The linear distance between the exteriors of the sidewalls of an inflated tire including elevations due to labeling d
100. en it is finally deployed Extending the Slide Out Room 1 All windows in any slide out room Figure 8 2 must be closed and secured before that slide out room is to be extended or retracted Also any loose materials or possible obstructions should be removed from the immediate slide out room area Make sure the motor home has been leveled Make sure that the battery is fully charged and connected to the electrical system 2 Verify that there are no obstructions outside which may interfere with the operation of the slide out room 3 Prior to moving the front slide out room in either direction make sure that the driver s chair is moved forward into the E driving area as far as possible and is locked into position Figure 8 2 Typical Zephyr Slide Out 4 Make sure that the ignition switch is in the off position prior to using the slide out function if the ignition switch is on the slide out mechanism won t work 5 Push the out portion of the rocker switch allow the slide out room to go to its fully extended position at this point release the rocker switch this locks the room into position Retracting the Slide Out Room 1 Before attempting to move the motor home any slide out room s must be fully retracted 2 Verify that the battery is fully charged and connected to the electrical system 3 With the ignition switch in the off position push the in portion of the rocker switch allow the
101. ent record MAINTENANCE DATA CHARTS RV Owner Maintenance Record Please enter the following information in the table for your future use Zephyr Year Model Tiffin Serial _ O Date Mileage Service Work Performed Performed by Cost Reproduction Master Copy this sheet and use copy to maintain your maintenance records You may wish to keep the completed sheets in a three ring binder for your permanent record 155 MAINTENANCE DATA CHARTS RV Owner Maintenance Record Please enter the following information in the table for your future use Zephyr Year Model Tiffin Serial _ O Date Mileage Service Work Performed Performed by Cost Reproduction Master Copy this sheet and use copy to maintain your maintenance records You may wish to keep the completed sheets in a three ring binder for your permanent record 156 MAINTENANCE DATA CHARTS RV Owner Maintenance Record Please enter the following information in the table for your future use Zephyr Year Model Tiffin Serial _ O Date Mileage Service Work Performed Performed by Cost Reproduction Master Copy this sheet and use copy to maintain your maintenance records You may wish to keep the completed sheets in a three ring binder for your permanent record 157 MAINTENANCE DATA CHARTS RV Owner Maintenance Record Please enter the following information in the table for your future
102. entire coach Thermostatic Controls The following is a brief overview of how best to use the thermostat Figure 3 5 For more detailed y instructions please consult the thermostat literature in the Owner s Information Package 1 Turn on the power switch on the thermostat s Press the Mode button to select the desired function e g COOL FURNACE FAN ONLY etc Note In the COOL mode there will be a delay of several minutes before the refrigerant in the air conditioning Figure 3 5 Thermostat 35 HEATING AIR CONDITIONING system begins to cool the motor home as the compressor is on a time delay circuit and it must also cool the ductwork to the vents first 3 Press the Fan button to select fan speed desired or automatic operation Press the Up and or the Down buttons to set the desired temperature for the motor home 5 If your vehicle should contain more than one control zone press the zone button to select the desired zone and then repeat the procedures from Step 2 onwards for each control zone gt NOTE If the Comfort Control is turned off or the thermostat loses power i e power failure the air conditioning system will resume operation at the last settings programmed into it when electrical power is restored Liquid Propane LP Tank The Zephyr is De with an ASME American Society of Mechanical Engineers approved LP tank i Figure 3 6 which is equipped with an automatic pressu
103. er s requirements Copyright 2002 by Tiffin Motorhomes Inc all rights reserved Printed in the United States of America First U S Printing October 2004 20080630 ZEPHYR OWNER S MANUAL Table of Contents Chapter 1 General Information Delivery Dealer Responsibilities Customer Responsibilities Tiffin Motorhomes Limited Warranty Major Equipment Manufacturers Warranty Service Owner s Information Package Customer Relations Specification Labels Weighing Procedures for the Zephyr Weight Distribution of the Motor Home Chapter 2 Driving amp Safety Instructions Safety Considerations General Warning Prior to Departure Driving ICC Switch Fuels for the Motor Home Liquid Propane LP Gas System LP Gas Regulator LP Distribution System 2 2 2 2 2 3 2 4 2 5 2 5 2 7 2 8 2 8 Recommended Precautionary Practices 2 9 Fire Safety 2 9 Fire Extinguisher 2 9 Smoke Detector 2 10 Emergency Exit Window 2 11 Parking Procedures 2 11 Towing Hitch 2 11 Chapter 3 Heating amp Air Conditioning Furnace 3 2 Hydraunic Heating System 3 3 Air Conditioning System 3 5 Thermostatic Controls 3 5 Liquid Propane LP Tank 3 6 LP Tank Filling Practices 3 7 LP Gas Regulator 3 7 CO LP Gas Detector 3 8 Chapter 4 Major Appliances amp Accessories Refrigerator 4 2 Microwave Convection Range 4 2 Air Filtration Fan 4 2 ZEPHYR Cook Top and Optional Oven 4 3
104. er satellite receiver 30 ampere ignition breaker 50 ampere ignition breaker and dashboard air circuit breaker These fuse panels are protected by a plexiglass shield to prevent accidental Figure 7 4 12 VDC Fuse Panels short circuiting of the 12 VDC power system To protect this 12 VDC system further DO NOT STORE anything in this compartment e g toolbox which may jostle around break through the shield and short out the 12 VDC system f this system were short circuited extensive damage and or fire could result Located on the passenger side tear compartment is another circuit panel which contains the following circuit breakers Slide outs 12 VDC disconnect storage box lights and solenoids Warning When any fuse is to be replaced never replace a blown fuse with another fuse with a 73 ELECTRICAL FEATURES larger current rating e g amperes than the original rating of the fuse being replaced to do so would probably damage circuits and or equipment and cause harm injury or death to nearby persons Auxiliary Start Switch The auxiliary start switch is located on the driver s side switch console box Figure 7 5 This switch briefly el connects the Zephyr coach batteries to the chassis batteries which in turn allows the chassis batteries to borrow power from the coach batteries to assist in starting the engine If the chassis batteries cannot themselves start the engine in the Figure 7
105. er from either the fresh water tank with the water pump on or the city water supply Before using the toilet add water to the bottom of the tank Refer to the BLACK WATER TANK instructions elsewhere in this chapter The toilet flushes waste directly into the black water holding tank The toilet uses high velocity water injection to produce swirl effect in the bowl The greatest problem that causes stool solids to accumulate in the holding tank is lack of liquids When using your toilet it is important that you use as much water as possible with each flush This will help prevent tissue and other solids from clogging the holding tank outlet The toilet has a Mode switch that is located on the right side of the control Figure 11 11 Toilet module It lets you switch between three function settings NORMAL SERVICE and MANUAL OVERRIDE Simplified instructions for electronic use of the toilet are as follows To Add Water Raise the flush handle until desired water level is reached Note The water flow will stop automatically after a pre programmed period of time To Flush Press the flush handle down Water will flow into bowl for two seconds and then flush ball will open The toilet will not flush again until the water refill cycle is complete The toilet features a Remote Flush Switch Simply press the top part of the switch to add water to the bowl To flush press the bottom part of the switch In the event of power or batte
106. eze one can refer to the local Tiffin Motorhomes dealer or representative for the freshwater antifreeze formulation for your specific area NOTE Do not use automotive antifreeze use only antifreeze approved for RV applications otherwise damage to the systems being protected may result Turn on the water pump to start the flow of antifreeze Turn on each faucet one at a time and allow pure antifreeze to run through that piping Let about one cup drop into the drains to protect the traps 14 35 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 5 When all the antifreeze is withdrawn from the bottle disconnect the clear vinyl hose from the water pump inlet connection and reconnect the inlet line to the water pump This may require more than one gallon of antifreeze 6 When the winterizing process is completed turn the water pump off and then reconnect the water line Store the vinyl hose for future use 7 Open the water supply valve that controls flow from the pump to the tank to help prevent freezing on that water line Note Remember the motor home also has an exterior shower therefore this system must be winterized as well Washer Dryer For instructions on properly winterizing the stacked washer dtyer please refer to the specific owner s manual located in the Owner s Information Package Refrigerator The proper steps must be taken to ensure that the residential refrigerator is correctly winterized Note that before
107. ff position this is done to prevent any power surge upon connecting the motor home to the external power source Then unwind the power cord Figure 7 2 from the electrical compartment located in the compartment behind the driver s side rear tires The standard flexible power cord supplied with the Zephyr is designed to handle up to 50 amperes Make sure that the pins in the male end of the plug are oriented correctly so that they match the Figure 7 1 Circuit Breakers Located power cable and that they are in good condition Under Refrigerator or in Bedroom E e j Closet e aren t bent or damaged If there is a circuit breaker switch at the plug end of the power cord that breaker should be turned off before making the connection Insert the plug into the mating outlet and then Figure 7 2 Electrical turn the circuit breaker on Power Hookup Cable Close and lock the electrical compartment door to protect the contents and to keep them clean and dry Close the cover on the power box if so equipped to avoid an unintentional disconnection and to keep the contents clean and dry Then switch the main breaker to the on position 72 ELECTRICAL FEATURES When properly connected the 120 VAC system provides power to all the 120 VAC circuits and outlets when the main breaker is turned on Circuit Breaker Boxes For the Zephyr the 120 VAC breaker box and a separate 12 VDC breaker box Figure
108. formation to make tire safety a regular part of your vehicle maintenance routine Recognize that the time you spend is minimal compared with the inconvenience and safety consequences of a flat tire or other tire failure Safety First Basic Tire Maintenance Properly maintained tires improve the steering stopping traction and load carrying capability of your vehicle Under inflated tires and overloaded vehicles are a major cause of tire failure Therefore as mentioned above to avoid flat tires and other types of tire failure you should maintain proper tire pressure observe tire and vehicle load limits avoid road hazards and regularly inspect your tires Finding Your Vehicle s Recommended Tire Pressure and Load Limits Tire information placards and vehicle certification labels contain information on tires and load limits These labels indicate the vehicle manufacturer s information including e Recommended tire size e Recommended tire inflation pressure e Vehicle capacity weight VCW the maximum occupant and cargo weight a vehicle is designed to carry e Front and rear gross axle weight ratings GAWR the maximum weight the axle systems are designed to carry For motor homes Both placards and certification labels are permanently attached to the vehicle door edge door post or glove box door You can also find the recommended tire pressure and load limit for your vehicle in the vehicle owner s manual Understanding Tire Pre
109. howing that side of the motor home and a limited panorama of what is alongside and immediately behind the motor home as it begins to turn into that direction In this manner the typical blind spot of most motor homes is drastically reduced or eliminated so that the driver can make those turns with greater confidence Similarly the right turn indicator operates in the same manner to show a rearward view of the right side of the motor home when a right hand turn is made Stacked Washer Dryer Your Zephyr will be equipped with a stacked washer dryer Figure 4 19 Please note that it only operates when the generator is running OR on 30 amp service For specific information regarding the use of the stacked washer dryer consult the owner s manuals found in the Owner s Information Package Note The 1 Y gray water valve must be fully open when operating the washer dryer Figure 4 19 Stacked Carbon Monoxide LP Gas Combination Detector Washer Drver To protect the driver and other occupants of the motor home the Zephyr is equipped with a carbon monoxide LP gas combination detector Figure 4 20 This single compact system provides a powerful combined alarm that detects both Carbon Monoxide CO and explosive gases Propane LPG and Methane Natural Gas This detector uses the latest microprocessor technology combined with two electronic self cleaning sensors that operate independently of each other The combined unit can
110. ht at all times To reinstall the batteries at a later date reverse the above described process While in storage these batteries would require periodic recharging to maintain their full charge Additionally the batteries will over time lose some of the water used with the sulfuric acid in the batteries Following manufacturer s recommendations as found in the Owner s Information Package periodically check the fluid levels in all the cells of the batteries be sure to use safety eyewear during this process and fill those that are low with water distilled or de ionized water is preferred tap water is okay Don t overfill the cells follow the filling directions exactly This battery checkup should be done on a regular basis to realize the fullest service possible from the batteries over the longest time possible If the Zephyr is to be stored for an extended period of time the 12 VDC battery system should be disconnected this will prevent unnecessary drain and corrosion of the batteries and their terminals Multiplexing System The multiplexing wiring system Figure 7 7 for all 12V featured in this motor home are controlled by a bank of modules that allows you to control the brightness and dimness of most 12V lights throughout the motor home It is used to control the operations of the lights slide outs water pump vent fans entry step and the door lock unlock button There ate a number of control panels throughout the motor home
111. ide even distribution of the loads brought into the motor home to prevent uneven loading Once the motor home is loaded it can be taken to any drive on scales or individual wheel scales to determine that the final weight is within specified limits for the motor home The procedure which can be used is as follows First drive the motor home onto the scales so that all wheels are on the scales this provides the gross vehicle weight GVW of the motor home and can be recorded as such The GVW should not exceed the GVWR specified for the motor home Second drive the motor home so that the front wheels are off the scales and only the rear wheels remain on the scales this provides the total weight of the motor home save for the front axle This weight should not exceed the total rating of the axles remaining on the scales The front axle weight is determined by subtracting the weight from the GVW that was obtained in the first step which was performed earlier The result should not exceed the listed front axle weight rating For a more thorough weighing of the motor home Chapter 14 contains more specific axle weight determinations Weight Distribution Throughout the Motor Home To assure the maximum stability of the motor home under static 1 e parked and dynamic i e moving conditions the distribution of the items to be carried and stored within the motor home and in the storage bays underneath the motor home should be performed in such a manner t
112. ides Figure 9 1 Class 3 Towing Hitch The sides of your Zephyr Figure 9 2 are constructed of gel coated fiberglass To enhance this feature the end caps are also gel coated fiberglass To clean these fiberglass surfaces only use warm water and a mild cleanser gently wash with soft cloths Use of stiff bristle brushes or other harsh abrasives may cause scratches in the fiberglass surfaces Please note Tiffin Motorhomes is NOT responsible for the weathering and or oxidation of these gel coated surfaces Lighted storage compartments Figure 9 3 are located on the exterior sides of your Zephyr All of these external storage compartments provide ample additional space for your belongings while you are traveling When stowing materials in these storage compartments try to balance the resultant weight load from front to rear and from Figure 9 3 Typical Exterior Storage Compartment side to side this will keep the center of gravity of the motor home essentially unchanged and should not adversely affect the handling characteristics of the motor home when it is in motion Figure 9 2 Zephyr Exterior Security Lights On the Zephyr exterior security lights Figure 9 4 are standard features This light is installed on the passenger side of the coach to help light that side of the Zephyr for added protection This light can serve as a porch light when the motor home is parked and the awning is deployed so that various
113. in a new appearance Use a non abrasive cleaner with a soft cloth on the walls Do not use solvents of any kind as those solvents may damage the surfaces being so cleaned Dashboard To keep the dashboard Figure 14 14 in like new condition follow these guidelines DO e Dust and clean the dashboard with a soft damp cloth or chamois wiping the service gently e Use a mild detergent and lukewarm water e Dry the surface after washing and rinsing by A blotting with a damp cloth or chamois Figure 14 14 Typical Dashboard DO NOT e Use harsh chemicals that may damage the dashboard e Use any cloth containing grit or abrasive particles or kitchen scouring compounds to clean or dust the dashboard e Subject the dashboard to hard direct blows e Use boiling water strong solvents or other such materials to clean the dashboard as they will soften the plastic 1430 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Woodwork amp Floors The wood cabinetry Figure 14 15 should be cared for with furniture polish to sustain the natural beauty and luster of the wood This procedure will also keep the cabinetry looking new prevent the wood from drying and reduce chances of accidental staining or aging Use atea rugs and floor mats by the entrance door to trap dirt Use soap and water to clean the ceramic flooring begin by vacuuming the floor to remove loose dust and dirt Then damp mop the floor with a cleaning solution consisting of any standard cle
114. ing Never attempt to modify the furnace To do so may cause fire explosion carbon monoxide poisoning and or asphyxiation If the furnace is malfunctioning immediately shut the unit off and call a trained service technician to make necessary repairs as soon as possible The Zephyr motor home is equipped with a forced air furnace fueled by LP gas The furnace is controlled by the wall mounted thermostat Figure 3 1 located inside the motor home this thermostat controls both the heating and air conditioning for the motor home In the heating mode the furnace heats air which in turn is circulated through ductwork in the floor of the motor home If any obstruction s block the floor vent s or air return register then the furnace will not function properly Therefore any items stored under the cabinets should be carefully stowed to prevent damaging or crushing the furnace ducting or blocking the warm air return When a furnace is being used for the first time there may be an initial burn off of manufacturing compounds or residues left on the heat exchanger or in the ductwork which could produce odors fumes and possibly some smoke This Figure 3 1 Thermostat occurrence is normal and should not cause concern unless it persists for an excessive amount of time To minimize the after effects of this burn off process the initial use of the furnace should be done with all the doors and windows open to permit normal
115. ing either switch will cause the stairwell cover Figure 9 9 to be pneumatically deployed from a recess beneath the floor in front of the passenger s seat This precaution will provide a safe traveling environment for anyone using the passenger s seat during travel Figure 9 8 T Entrance Step Figure en Switch 96 EXTERIOR FEATURES Mirrors This motor home is equipped with convex remote controlled exterior rear view mirrors Figure 9 11 Always adjust the mirrors for maximum tear visibility prior to driving If another driver is to drive be sure the mirrors ate readjusted to accommodate the second driver These standard chrome mirrors are adjusted by using the multi directional switch located on the dashboard Select the mitror to be adjusted by pointing the arrow in the direction of that mirror Move the control in the direction of movement desired to obtain the best view for that mirror The adjustment control moves the top half of both mirrors The bottom half of each mirror is convex and is adjusted manually Detailed instructions for these manual adjustments can be found in the manufacturer s literature available in the Owner s Information Package However this brief overview of mirror adjustment can begin the process The top portion of the mirror should be adjusted horizontally so that you can see your own motor home in the one inch surface closest to the motor home the remaining portion of the mirror now permi
116. ion Figure 4 16 to enable the owner to install a Citizens Band CB radio of choice and operate it conveniently from the Zephyr The coaxial cable connection for the radio is found beneath the dashboard on the driver s side Accordingly with an owner provided CB radio that radio can be used to communicate with other travelers on the road To use the one s CB system of choice simply follow the directions furnished with the CB radio Note Channel 11 is considered an emergency channel and monitoring this channel may give one information about road conditions accidents and related matters potentially affecting the travels of the motor Figure 4 16 CB Antenna Installation home operator To talk with someone simply press the push to talk switch and speak To listen to any reply release the push to talk switch and listen to the speaker Remember that communications are one way not two way simultaneously one must talk and then allow some listening time for others to talk Consequently it s better to make brief transmissions and allow others to comment rather than making prolonged speeches and possibly not having anyone answer Observe the common courtesies see the owner s manual for more details and acceptable speech Several states have their Highway Patrols monitor the CB frequencies check for exact channels for each state of interest to learn about highway problems and emergencies Be aware of these
117. itch on then store the hydraulic jacks immediately Press the hyd button once the hydraulic operation indicator light will turn on with a steady glow Press the dump button Press the store button the store indicator light will flash while the jacks are being retracted When the travel light turns on the jacks are fully retracted and the motor home may be moved The HWH Leveling Control system will turn itself off For manual operation see Figure 9 5 of the hydraulic jacks perform the following steps Manual Leveling T 4 Turn the ignition switch to the acc or on position The engine must be off to level the coach The transmission shift must be in position for parking The park brake must be set either manually or automatically If the not in park brake light is on check or recheck the shift and brake position Press the hyd button The hydraulic operation indicator light will turn on with a steady glow On the right hand portion of the HWH Leveling Control touch panel note the outline of the motor home and the various raise 1 e up arrow and lower Le down arrow touch buttons Press the respective raise up arrow button to raise the Figure 9 6 Leveling Leg Under Chassis EXTERIOR FEATURES respective side or end of the motor home A yellow light to the front sid
118. its use until the unit is completely discharged then have the fire extinguisher fully recharged at an appropriate service center one can call any fire department for information on having an extinguisher recharged in that particular locality DO NOT wait a long time to recharge an empty fire extinguisher you ll never know when it may be needed Should a fire occur inside or around the motor home evacuate the motor home quickly and calmly do not panic In the event of heavy smoke or extensive flames keep low crawl if you must and make your way to the nearest exit door emergency window and leave If the fire involves a fuel source e g motor fuel LP gas consider the probability of an explosion and move sufficiently far away to minimize personal harm If such is available immediately place a call to the local fire department or ask someone nearby to do so to report the fire Consider the cause and the consequences of the fire and the risks associated with possibly fighting the fire yourself before trying to extinguish it DO NOT expose yourself or others to unnecessary danger Smoke Detector The Zephyr motor home is equipped with a battery operated smoke detector Figure 2 8 located on the ceiling in the living area of the motor home left hand side of picture Read and become familiar with the operation and periodic testing of this detector The smoke detector should be tested on a weekly basis before each trip and after an
119. lar motion with a Scotch Brite pad Accessories The light fixtures bath accessories and faucets can be cleaned by wiping with a soft damp cloth Washing with warm water will remove dry water spots Do not use cleaners that contain harsh or abrasive chemicals Alcohol or other similar solvents should never be used Detectors The CO LP Gas detectors are self contained and DO NOT require any maintenance other than normal cleaning and periodic testing The CO LP Gas detector operates solely on 12 volt It is important that you periodically test your CO LP Gas detector for any irregularities and to ensure proper operation When cleaning the case on any of the detectors use a damp cloth or paper towel Do not spray cleaners or wax directly into the case as this action may cause false alarms or hinder the normal operation of the detectors Condensation Important Since surface condensation within the motor home cannot be controlled by the 1432 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE manufacturer damage caused by condensation is not covered by the Tiffin Motorhomes Limited Warranty Damage may occur to your motor home if excessive condensation exists Accumulation of condensation on surfaces within your motor home occurs when warm moist air contacts a cool surface It is most evident on the inside of windows but this problem can be controlled by 1 Slightly opening a window or roof vent to allow the moisture to escape from the motor home
120. lime forming organisms Concentrations greater than 50 ppm may damage the water lines and or the tank 3 Once the freshwater tank is empty close the drain valves in the water tank 4 Pump the chlorine solution into the tank by first placing the winterizing hose into the chlorine solution Close the valve from the fresh water tank to the pump and open the valve from the solution to the pump Turn the tank fill valve from city water to tank fill Turn on the water pump until all of the solution is pumped into the freshwater tank 5 Turn off the water pump Then close the valve to the solution Open the valve from the tank to the water pump Fill the water tank with the city water tank fill or by using the same method as was used to put the sanitizing solution into the tank 115 PLUMBING BATH FEATURES 6 Remove the watet filter located in the sanitation compartment outside the motor home and install the bypass pipe to allow the sanitizing solution access to the faucet Open each faucet in turn including the kitchen faucet bath faucet inside and outside showers turning on both the hot and cold faucets and flushing the toilet until all of the air has been purged from the pipes and the water runs freely The entire system will then be filled with the sanitizing solution 7 Allow the 50 ppm disinfecting solution to stand in the system at least four hours 8 Drain the system and flush it with freshw
121. mentarily turn them on Switch DIESEL FUEL Fuels for the Motor home Your motor home is designed to have several types of petroleum derived fuels used in the routine operation of the motor home these require prudent and safe handling to Figure 2 3 Fuel Tank Fill Door 25 DRIVING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS assute safety of the motor home and its occupants namely e Anytime the motor fuel i e diesel fuel see Figure 2 3 or the LP tank see Figure 2 4 is to be filled the motor home engine is to be turned off all pilot lights must be extinguished and appliances turned off e Further during any filling operation or connecting disconnecting of any LP tanks a NO SMOKING policy should always be observed In a similar manner any other comparable devices of the motor home users e g butane camp lights propane lights and grills should be treated in a similar manner to assure the safety of all concerned Warning Liquid propane LP gas containers gasoline or other flammable liquids are not to be placed or stored inside the motor home because a fire or explosion may occur LP gas containers are equipped with safety valves that may relieve excess pressure by discharging gas into the atmosphere any containment of that vented LP Figure 2 4 Liquid Propane Tank gas constitutes an explosive hazard e NEVER use an open flame to test for LP gas leaks or to examine the fluid levels in the fuel tanks e
122. mine the prospective site for surface irregularities slopes ot inclines and other discontinuities i e stumps rocks external connections for power water sewage and also examine the area immediately above the proposed parking site for obstructions e g tree branches and limbs signs overhead wiring If the motor home is to be backed into the proposed parking site strive to have that site be on the drivers left hand side as this will allow the driver to watch the rear of the motor home Back up slowly and use the side mirrors and the back up camera as a guide or better yet have another person outside provide supplemental guidance to help park the motor home When the motor home is finally situated shift the transmission into neutral set the air brakes and then turn off the engine Activate the leveling jack system see Chapter 9 for more detail to level and stabilize the motor home If the motor home is to be powered externally connect the 120 VAC power to the motor home Turn on the LP gas valve at the LP tank Connect the fresh water supply and sanitize the water systems see Chapter 11 as needed Connect the waste drain hose to the external sewer hook up Start the refrigerator water heater and furnace as warranted Light the oven pilot light as needed Certain appliances such as the refrigerator will not work properly if the motor home is not level so be sure to complete the motor home leveling process before acti
123. n hazards However if a gas leak is noted or suspected turn off the main valve and keep the LP gas system off until that system is inspected by a qualified service technician as soon as possible Do not delay in addressing any possible gas leaks with appropriate service because of the inherent hazards to safety 36 HEATING AIR CONDITIONING Warning When the motor home is not being used the main LP gas valve must be turned off Also turn off the main valve when the LP gas tank is to be refueled to avoid the possibility of ignition fuel fumes by the pilot lights All gas valves on the gas operated appliances with Direct Spark Ignition DSI should also be in the off position during refueling and or maintenance operations DO NOT store LP motor fuel propane butane or other flammable liquids inside the motor home as these represent a very real fire hazard and possible threat to life LP Tank Filling Practices Any LP gas tank associated with the motor home should never be filled to more than 80 of total capacity filling should always be done only when the motor home is leveled If the motor home is not level the tank may be overfilled 1 e more than 80 of capacity and thus subject the motor home to possible fire or explosion from resultant uncontrolled gas flows LP Gas Regulator As noted earlier the LP gas regulator Figure 3 7 is the heart of the LP gas distribution system This
124. nd rail permits the motor home owner easy and safe access to the motor home by providing a firm easily seen handhold whenever one is entering or exiting 135 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Routine Maintenance 141 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE EXTERIOR CARE Important Damage caused by improperly performed maintenance or inadequate maintenance is not covered by your Tiffin Motorhomes Limited Warranty Washing The exterior Figure 14 1 of your new motor home is made of pre finished fiberglass Frequent washings and thorough cleanings are required to prevent damage to the motor home finish after exposure caused by damaging salts calcium chloride road tar tree sap insects and other foreign material Damage caused by exposure to these items is not covered by your warranty agreement Never wash the motor home in direct sunlight while the motor home is hot or with hot water Any accumulation of mud and dirt under the body can cause damaging rust on steel parts Corrosive materials such as those used for ice and snow removal and dust control also can accumulate on the underside of the motor home Figure 14 1 Zephyr Exterior These accumulations especially in vehicular areas where mud and other foreign materials could collect should be removed by flushing those areas e g the underside of the motor home regularly with water The chance of corrosion can be minimized with frequent washings of the motor home When washing the mo
125. nges inside the air cavity of the tire 1420 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Curb weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel oil and coolant and if so equipped air conditioning and additional weight optional engine Extra load tire A tire designed to operate at higher loads and at higher inflation pressures than the corresponding standard tire Groove Ihe space between two adjacent tread ribs Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The maximum permissible weight of this fully loaded motorhome Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR The value specified as the load carrying capacity of a single axle system as measured at the tire ground interfaces Hitch Weight The vertical trailer load supported by the hitch ball Innerliner separation The parting of the innerliner from cord material in the carcass Intended outboard sidewall The sidewall that contains a white wall bears white lettering or bears manufacturer brand and or model name molding that is higher or deeper than the same molding on the other sidewall of the tire or the outward facing sidewall of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle Light truck LT tire A tire designated by its manufacturer as primarily intended for use on lightweight trucks or multipurpose passenger vehicles Load rating The maximum load that a tire is rated to carry for a giv
126. nnect the adapter supplied with your vehicle to the drain hose Figure 11 13 If the adapter is lost or broken another one can readily be purchased from any RV supply store Once you have placed the adapter on the drain hose it can remain there for the life of the hose One end of the hose threads up through the hole in the bottom of the service compartment and the other end of the hose feeds into the sewer at the dump station Unscrew the cap from the drain Connect the hose with the adapter in place to the drain fitting Open the gate valve completely by pulling on the T handle The tank will start to drain as soon as the Br T handle is pulled After you have drained a Minos Ne the black water tank immediately drain the 3 Misi gray water tank This procedure helps to NN meet D flush the black water from the sewage hose When both of the tanks are empty flush Figure 11 13 Sewer Hose and Drain Connections them with a freshwater rinse before you close the valves The gray tanks are easily flushed by pouring a couple of gallons of water into a sink drain The drain outlet is engineered for quick release of the drain hose adapter Always close the gate valves and secure the end cap to prevent leakage while the vehicle is in transit After draining the black water tank it is recommended to add a holding tank deodorant to help control the odor and break down the solids Follow the instructions given on the holding tank deodoran
127. o strive for reasonably even side to side and front to rear dispersion of the entire weight of both the stored items and also the driver and expected passenger s during transit This process will assure that the motor home is not lop sided in weight distribution i e all the stored weight on one side and or mainly towards the front or the reat keeping a center of mass of the motor home essentially centered on a front to rear and side to side basis will also provide better control of the motor home when it is in motion 17 DRIVING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Chapter Driving Safety Instructions DRIVING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety Considerations Prior to using your motor home especially for the first time or after a long period of non use please read thoroughly all the instructions in both the Owner s Manual and the chassis manufacturer s manual before attempting to operate your motor home There are several safety considerations which you should realize and follow while your Zephyr is in motion These safety considerations as well as others meant to preclude any damage to the motor home are listed in this chapter Besides the driver it would be helpful for the passengers to be familiar with these safety considerations and precautions too Warning Before your motor home is to be operated be sure that you have read the entire Owner s Manual and that you fully understand the equipment on your motor home and how to
128. oiding problems with your motor home it is recommended that you do the following 1 2 GENERAL INFORMATION 1 Read the warranty Go over it thoroughly with your dealer to make sure you understand all the terms and conditions of the watranty 2 Inspect the motor home do not accept delivery until after you have gone through the motor home with the authorized Tiffin Motorhomes dealer Ask questions about anything unfamiliar to you 3 Please ask questions about anything you don t fully understand about your Zephyr Tiffin Motorhomes is here to serve you and assure that you have all the information necessary for your safe and enjoyable use of your new motor home 4 When you are taking delivery set an appointment for adjustments This appointment should be within two weeks after you accept delivery 5 You are responsible for and expected to use your Zephyr in a responsible safe manner Please take the time to familiarize yourself with the proper operation of the motor home and all its features before you attempt to use your motor home Tiffin Motorhomes Limited Warranty The Tiffin Motorhomes limited warranty was provided to you by your authorized Tiffin Motorhomes dealer during the pre delivery inspection When you inquire about your Tiffin Motorhomes warranty please refer to this document Should you need or desire an additional copy or other information please contact Tiffin Motorhomes Incorporated 105 2 Street NW Red
129. ontact pins from dirt or debris In a similar manner protect the cable end from similar damage weather or debris one such method could be to place the connector end in a heavy gauge plastic bag e g polypropylene polyethylene etc and secure the bag tightly around the cable with a stout elastic band or tape and then mount the secured cable in a manner to keep it both from mechanical damage and water intrusion When the towed vehicle is again coupled to the motor home via the towing hitch and the cable is again connected to the 7 pin connector make sure the resultant connection is tight and solid so that the connection won t jar loose during use Several supplemental methods to secure that connection have been used some of which include securing the connection with a strong rubber band or with Velcro type fasteners to provide a supplemental mechanical backup to the actual electromechanical connection 713 SLIDE OUT FEATURES Chapter Slide Out Features 8 1 SLIDE OUT FEATURES SLIDE OUT OVERVIEW Warning BEFORE ACTIVATING THE SLIDE OUT FEATURES please read the slide out room instruction manual first Additionally the motor home must be parked and the leveling jacks must be used to level the motor home PRIOR to activating the slide out features General Considerations Please Note The Slide Out Room requires semi annual inspection i e every six months to assure that the slide out mechanism is properly aligned and
130. operation of lights appliances televisions and related items The 120 VAC power which is generated by the inverter converter is routed to the electrical sub panel located next to the main breaker box under the refrigerator f inside the vehicle or in the storage compartment 7 outside the vehicle To operate the standard RS3000 inverter one should follow these directions Figure 7 14 e Toturn the inverter on off Inverter Converter o Note if screen is blank and does not turn on when pushing buttons push and hold the red button on the inverter not on the remote for 10 seconds or apply AC power Generator Shore to bring inverter system out of Hibernate mode o When in Main screen press Enter to access device list o Scroll down to RS3000 and press Enter 79 ELECTRICAL FEATURES o Scroll down to Inverter and press Enter o Scroll to Enabled Disabled and press Enter Ifan external AC source is available generator shore the inverter will automatically pass the AC through whether the inverter is on or off Tf the inverter is left on when external AC is turned off the inverter will remain on to power load Make sure to turn the inverter off when storing DC disconnect switch does not disconnect the inverter e To start the Automatic Generator Start feature o When in Main screen press Enter to access device list o Scroll down to Auto Gen Start and press Enter o Scroll down to AGS Mode and press Enter o
131. otate the TUNE knob left or right to change the track Reset Button The radio panel or LCD display may fail to function normally due to the vehicle s battery condition and may require resetting the microprocessor if The vehicle has been jump started from a dead battery condition The vehicle battery becomes very low and is quick charged The vehicle battery is removed and replaced Should this condition occur simply press and release the RESET button on the radio panel using the tip of a ball point pen All station programming should remain but you will have to reset the clock 410 MAJOR APPLIANCES ACCESSORIES Home Theater System The motor home has a contemporaty home theater system Figure 4 10 which offers true surround sound for the front television and also when DVD programs ate viewed featuring the Dolby Surround Sound system This system though does not permit playing through the rear entertainment system in the bedroom As this home theater system offers many types of entertainment options it is worthwhile to read the manual thoroughly before attempting extensive use of this system This system will also play CDs and MP3 disks among other media Figure 4 10 Home Entertainment Theater System Cable amp Telephone J ack The Zephyr contains an exterior cable jack and also a telephone hookup Figure 4 11 connection permits the owner to access external telephone services e g RV parks so that thes
132. otor home Infrared Repeater The Zephyr will feature an infrared repeater Figure 4 7 which enables the owner to utilize the remote control from various areas of the coach An infrared repeater will be located in the a next to each TV An infrared repeater will also be located on the outside entertainment system To utilize the infrared repeater locate the one inside the cabinet Figure 4 7 that contains the DVD player Peel the adhesive backing from the back of the infrared repeater and line it against the satellite receiver s infrared repeater This will allow the infrared repeater to operate when the satellite remote Figure 4 7 Infrared Repeater control is directed toward the infrared repeater situated next to the TV You will now have the convenience of changing the satellite recetver channels from various areas of the coach AM FM CD Stereo System Your motor home will be equipped with an AM FM stereo system Figure 4 8 This system is powered by the 12 volt DC system of the motor home and operates like any conventional car stereo system see Owner s Manual for specific instructions It is important that you read the information provided with the system A driver s steering wheel remote and passenger s card remote are included for operation of the radio They are located in the owner s information package NOTE Your radio has Sirius satellite radio capabilities but this does not Figure 4 8 AM FM CD Stereo mean
133. otor home Wash them with mild soap e and warm water or any retail car soap Never wash the motor home in direct sunlight while the motor home is hot or with hot water Rinse very thoroughly to remove of prevent any undue accumulation of any soap residues Figure 14 3 Exterior Detailing of Zephyr Use caution with high pressure wash nozzles Keep such nozzles at least 18 inches from the edge of the decals during any washing operations If this is not followed high pressure water nozzles may cause the decals to loosen and subsequently to peel Figure 14 4 Rear View of Zephyr Test small sections of decals when using any type of cleaning solution Important Do not use solvents such as acetone MEK toluene and the like on the decals Any 144 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE solvent including alcohol may soften and smear colors Do not use lacquer thinner or paint thinner on decals Do not overcoat the decals with clear paint Do not allow gasoline or other fuels to come into prolonged contact with the decals However if this should occur immediately flush the affected area with water Alcoa Aluminum Wheel Care The care and maintenance of your aluminum wheel products are simple and require no special material or products simply follow the directions included in the Owner s Information Package for these aluminum wheels Timely care and cleaning will maintain the appearance of these wheel products for many years Important
134. otor home is driven with the step in the extended position there is the possibility of causing major damage to both the step and the motor home 6 With the step switch in the on position turn the vehicle ignition switch off and open the door The step will extend and lock in the DOWN position 95 EXTERIOR FEATURES Caution If the door is opened and closed without allowing the step to extend fully and lock in the DOWN position the step will retract and lock in the UP position When the door is re opened the step will not extend The power switch must be turned on for the step to extend 7 This feature is only operative the first time the door is opened after the vehicle ignition switch is turned off When the ignition switch is on the step will always activate with the door movement regardless of the position of the step power switch Caution Always be sure to look before you leap When opening the entrance door from the inside be sure that the step has fully deployed before trying to step outside to avoid falling and possible injury When the electric steps are fully retracted and the motor home is being made ready for travel be sure to deploy the cover over the stairwell use either the switch on the driver s console or the switch Figure 9 8 on the passenger s side to protect any occupants of the cabin from any accidental stepping into the open stair well Activat
135. ould any of these symptoms be experienced in the motor home one should IMMEDIATELY evacuate the motor home and seek medical help Shut down the motor home and do not attempt to operate it again until the source s of the CO are located and fixed In the event of an alarm the following steps should be taken quickly 419 MAJOR APPLIANCES ACCESSORIES 1 Ifthe alarm signal sounds 4 beeps and flashing or solid red light operate the Test Mute button 2 Immediately move to a source of fresh air either outdoors or by and open door or window Do a head count to make sure that all people and pets within the motor home have moved to a source of fresh air too Do not reenter the motor home or move away from the soutce s of fresh air until the emergency responders have arrived the motor home interior is sufficiently aired out and the alarm has reverted to its normal monitoring function 1 e no alarms 3 Call the local emergency services i e 911 in most locales to summon help don t go back into motor home to make this call but use a cell phone if available or have someone else nearby make this call 4 Should the CO LP Gas Detector Alarm again activate within a 24 hour period repeat Steps 1 through 3 and also call a qualified service technician to investigate the possible sources of CO e g fuel burning equipment and appliances to locate identify and fix such Warning Test the alarm s operation after each s
136. ould be dried as soon as possible and definitely within 24 48 hours Drying areas quickly minimizes the chance for moisture damage and possible mold growth which can begin to form colonies within 48 hours A variety of methods can be used to help the drying process e Remove excess water with an extraction vacuum e Use a dehumidifier to aid drying 149 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE e Use portable fans to move air across the surface e Because moisture is key to mold issues treat all signs of condensation and spills seriously and deal with promptly Failure to deal with a moisture issue promptly may cause more severe issues where none initially existed or may make a small problem much worse e Learn to recognize signs of mold don t paint over or cover up suspicious discoloration until you are sure it is not mold The affected surface must first be cleaned and dried residual staining may be painted e Be sure to understand and eliminate the source of moisture accumulation as a part of the clean up Otherwise the same issues will simply reoccur e Small amounts of mold should be cleaned as soon as it appears Small areas of mold should be cleaned using a detergent soapy solution or an appropriate RV household cleaner Gloves should be worn during cleaning The cleaned area should then be thoroughly dried Dispose of any sponges or rags used to clean mold Tire and Tire Safety Information This portion of the Owner s Manual contains ti
137. ound that does not contain a wax preservative reapplying a coat of hard wax after polishing is recommended Seals The seals Figure 14 2 around the doors windows vents slide out trim and external seams should be checked at least semi annually Additionally the roof seams should be inspected for cracking or peeling annually If deterioration is noted during a routine maintenance inspection reseal the seams or seals with an approved sealant to prevent leaks Your Tiffin Motorhomes dealer can perform the resealing inspections and subsequent work if any for you It is recommended that a Tiffin Motorhomes authorized service center perform these inspections periodically and perform necessary resealing when necessary Figure 14 2 Typical Seals on Zephyr 143 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Proper Sealants for Application The following sealants are recommended for specific sealing applications as noted in the table Recommended Sealants for Specific Sealing Applications APPLICATION Metal or fiberglass roof Rubber laminated to metal roof and ALL SKYLIGHTS Rubber roof over wood base To cover butyl and other sealants not to be used as the main sealant To seal across tops of windows and the like on exterior surfaces where silicone is not used Striping and Decals The striping and decals Figures 14 3 4 on your motor home normally require very little maintenance Treat these as you would any painted surface on your E m
138. out rails NOTE If the motor home has an underbelly or a cover over the motor these parts must be removed for access 4 Rotate the brake lever on the backside of the motor counter clockwise CCW looking from the rear of the motor about 1 8 of a turn to the released position This action will release the brake that holds the room in place 5 Locate the manual override for the slide out system SLIDE OUT FEATURES The room is now free to move Using a Ys wrench crank the room either in or out completely depending on your needs NOTE If the slide out system is supplied with a gearbox override optional use the crank handle to move the room When the room has fully moved in or out apply pressure to the wrench or ratchet and return the brake lever to its engaged position this will assure that the toom is locked into a secured position gaged p P Take the unit to an authorized dealer for service 85 EXTERIOR FEATURES Chapter Exterior Features EXTERIOR FEATURES Towing Hitch On the rear of the Zephyr can be found a Class 3 10 000 pound towing hitch Figure 9 1 capable of handling a tongue weight of 1 000 pounds This hitch is installed for towing a passenger car to be used when the motor home is parked The wire connector installed with this hitch is a standard seven pin connector For more information on the connector please see Chapter 7 of this Owner s Manual Exterior S
139. pected and tested If being used for the first time the smoke and or CO LP gas alarm should be properly activated and fresh batteries installed before the motor home is placed into service Prior to any trip the smoke and or CO LP gas alarm s should be manually tested to assure their correct operation Immediately replace any defective components e g weak batteries Never sleep in a motor home not having functional smoke and or CO LP gas alarm s Should an alarm or detector fail when in transit a suitable replacement can be purchased at most hardware stores superstores or drug stores e While the motor home is moving the sleeping facilities are not to be used e In the event of an emergency be sure that everyone in the motor home is familiar with all escape exits doors escape window Do not use the emergency window as a routine exit this is strictly to be used for emergency purposes only When the motor home is parked be sure that the emergency exits are not inadvertently blocked Prior to Departure For your continued safety and convenience the following is a representative check list designed to assure your safety while driving e Clean all windows mirrors and light lenses front back side to assure that you can see and be seen Reposition any mirrors or other fixtures to provide an unobstructed view front sides and back from the driver s seat see Chapter 9 for details When another driver takes ove
140. r reposition the mirrors and other fixtures for that driver e Remove or secure all loose exterior fixtures e g awnings flags antennas portable lights to keep them from falling from the motor home when the motor home is in motion e Make a walk around visual inspection of the motor home to note any irregularities e g loose trim or problems e g under over inflated tires abrasions or nicks on the tires correct noted problems accordingly e Check all exterior storage compartment and generator compartment doors to make sure that they are properly latched and locked If need be check inside all exterior compartments to make sure that all cargo and equipment are properly secured so that they won t work loose and become hazards during sudden starts and stops 23 DRIVING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Check tires for proper inflation i e cold inflation pressure 100 psig or so if the motor home has not been used make sure that the cold inflation pressure is maintained If the motor home has very recently been used make sure that the hot inflation pressure see the tire manufacturer s literature to determine appropriate hot inflation pressure is maintained All tire pressures should be within 1 2 pounds psig of each other unless weight loading dictates otherwise see Chapter 14 Section 14 5 Examine wheel lug nuts to assure their proper tightness If any lug nuts were found to be loose first check
141. r concerns 62 STRUCTURAL FEATURES A typical Zephyr floor plan is shown below A O RR E AAA RMN ae ae eR RR SOS AAA II E A AAA de A dae a pe 63 ELECTRICAL FEATURES Chapter Electrical Features ELECTRICAL FEATURES General Information There are two electrical systems in your Zephyr motor home these are the 12 volt DC VDC system and the 120 volt AC VAC system Most standard appliances require the 120 VAC system while the majority of the lighting systems used in the Zephyr use the 12 VDC system The electrical power for the 12 VDC system is supplied by the batteries of the Zephyr those batteries are in turn charged by a power converter The electrical power for the 120 VAC is supplied by the electrical power hookup cord when the Zephyr is connected to an external power source or when the on board electrical generator is in operation If installed the optional inverter can also supply 120 VAC electrical power to limited outlets and limited appliances the inverter transforms the 12 VDC electrical power from the batteries into the 120 VAC electrical power for the basic appliances Caution Failure to turn off the 120 VAC appliances when starting or stopping the generator may damage the transfer switch and or electrical appliances To connect the Zephyr to an external source of 120 VAC electrical power it is first recommended that all of the circuit breakers Figure 7 1 are in the o
142. r light in switch will come on Now the vacuum will come on and off by using the wall remote inlet valve 2 To turn on raise the door up 3 To turn off lower the inlet valve door down and the vacuum will turn off The main vacuum on off switch should stay in the on position all the time except when traveling 4 To turn completely off return main vacuum on off switch to the off position The switch light will go off Warning This appliance has a THERMAL PROTECTOR built in the motor to prevent overheating If motor will not operate or shuts down while in operation wait 30 minutes it will reset automatically Turn unit off while it resets If the motor does not come on or Thermal Protector trips off again after a short period service may 14 28 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE be needed A qualified service technician should perform service The vacuum cleaning system comes with an array of attachments that can be connected to the hose ends for extensive cleaning purposes Make sure they are firmly pushed in and twist to hold in place For further instructions to change the dust bag use the attachments and proper cleaning technique refer to the specific Owner s Manual located in your motor home Fabrics draperies headboard and valances contain fire retardant additives that may be damaged by use of improper cleaning products Cleaning instructions for these items are DRY CLEAN ONLY Water based product
143. re regulator This tank contains liquid propane fuel under high pressure As this fuel passes through the main valve and through the regulator it is converted into a gas and its pressure is reduced to a safe level for use within the motor home A LP gas distribution system distributes the gas to those appliances using such in the motor home The heart Figure 3 6 Liquid Propane Tank of this LP gas distribution system is the regulator and that regulator should only be adjusted by a qualified service technician Most of the problems encountered in lighting the pilots of these appliances are caused by regulator mis adjustments The major component of the LP gas supply is a manifold pipe which runs lengthwise underneath the motor home floor From this manifold the various gas appliances are connected by copper tubing with flared fittings so that connections and disconnections can readily be made as needed Should any of the secondary tubing develop a leak either on the tubing proper or at the fittings do not attempt to splice any of these lines Instead have a qualified service technician run a new length of tubing to the appliance of concern and then have that line leak tested before placing it in normal operation To remove repair or replace any gas operated appliance always close the main gas valve at the LP tank this measure will provide an additional element of safety to prevent gas leakage and possible subsequent explosio
144. re safety information as required by 49 CFR 575 6 The National Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA can be contacted at 1 888 327 4236 Their web site is http www safecar gov and their address is NHTSA 400 Seventh St S W Washington D C 20590 Section One The National Traffic Safety NHTSA has published a brochure DOT HS 809 361 that discusses all aspects of Tire Safety as required by CFR 575 6 This brochure is reproduced in part below It can be obtained and downloaded from NHTSA free of chatge from the following web site Studies of tire safety show that maintaining proper tire pressure observing tire and vehicle load limits not carrying more weight in your vehicle than your tites or vehicle can safely handle avoiding road hazards and inspecting tires for cuts slashes and other irregularities are the most important things you can do to avoid tire failure such as tread separation or blowout and flat tires These actions along with other care and maintenance activities can also e Improve vehicle handling e Help protect you and others from avoidable breakdowns and accidents e Improve fuel economy e Increase the life of your tires 1410 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE This section presents a comprehensive overview of tire safety including information on the following topics e Basic tire maintenance e Uniform Tire Quality Grading System e Fundamental characteristics of tires e Tire safety tips Use this in
145. reezing damage can be extensive and expensive Plumbing Manifold The plumbing manifold Figures 11 9 10 provides the convenience of allowing the water system to still be operational in the event a water leak in any water outlet e g lavatory toilet may occur The plumbing manifold allows the user to discontinue water to the suspected leak source without disrupting the entire water system Figure 11 9 Plumbing Manifold Figure 11 10 Plumbing Manifold WASTEWATER SYSTEMS General Information The waste drainage system was designed to provide adequate and safe storage and or disposal of waste materials All of the materials used in the fabrication of this system are tested by a nationally recognized testing laboratory The drainage system uses plastic piping and fittings connected to the sinks toilet and holding tanks This plumbing permits the drainage of these fixtures to an outside termination 11 7 PLUMBING BATH FEATURES The motor home should be reasonably level for best operation of both of the wastewater systems there are two separate wastewater systems The gray water system is for wastewater from the sinks and shower The black water system is for sewage waste from the toilet Each wastewater tank has its own control valve and both drain through a common sewer drain hose Toilet The toilet Figure 11 11 in your motor home is specifically designed for recreational vehicle service The toilet operates with wat
146. regulator reduces and controls the pressure of the gas on the outlet end to provide a constant supply of gas at a constant pressure to the gas operated appliances The regulator has a vent to relieve excess pressure on the inlet side of the regulator should excess pressure develop in the gas tank and connecting gas line to that regulator inlet The vent would normally release the excess LP gas to the atmosphere until the over pressurization condition is eliminated Figure 3 7 LP Gas Regulator This vent should be regularly checked to assure that it is not clogged or obstructed If that vent is blocked from normal operation component or system failures may result If periodic visual inspection indicates any sign of corrosion or degradation contact a qualified service technician to repair the regulator as soon as possible DO NOT operate the LP gas system with any faulty component in place Occasionally the inherent moisture in the LP gas can cause a freeze up of the regulator when the gas passes through the regulator The regulator reduces the high pressure of the gas on its inlet side to a reduced pressure on its outlet side by permitting a controlled expansion of the gas through the regulator this gas expansion necessarily cools the gas by means of the Joule Thompson effect and if cooled enough may cause any moisture content to freeze 37 HEATING AIR CONDITIONING To minimize or negate this possibility always keep the main val
147. rent sound controls Once the desired function is in the display area rotate the knob left or right to achieve the desire level Equalizer Push the EQ button to choose between preset equalizer settings Classic Rock DSP Off digital sound processor off Flat Pop and Jazz as indicated in the display area Mute Push the MUTE button to mute the volume level Press again to return to previous volume level Loudness Push the LOUD button to boost high and low tones at low volume levels Sirius Satellite Radio Note The Sirius radio can be activated by calling 1 888 539 747487 SIRIUS The Sirtus Tuner ID Number ESN is required during the activation process Follow the instructions below to access the Sirius Tuner ID Number ESN Push the MODE button until SIRIUS appears in the display area Push the TUNE button until DIRECT appears in the display area Wait a few seconds and CH 000 will then appear in the display Push the BAND button and the first 4 digits of the 12 digit Sirtus Tuner ID Number ESN will be displayed Push the DISP button and the last 8 digits of your 12 digit Sirtus Tuner ID Number ESN will be displayed Push the TUNE button to exit Selecting Sirtus Push the MODE button until SIRIUS appears in the display Please be patient as it may take a minute to receive a satellite signal Manual Tuning Push the TUNE button until NORMAL appears in the display 48 MAJOR APPLIANCES
148. res for weighing the motor home wete presented see p 1 7 These procedures provided the weighing of a non loaded Le not stocked with the possessions and provisions the user would normally have onboard for travel motor home Obviously any additional weight stored onboard inside and underneath the motor home will contribute to the overall weight of the motor home 14 24 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE If not stored uniformly throughout the motor home additional weight of the possessions and provisions of the motor home user will load each axle and each tire differently front to rear and side to side distribution of that additional weight Accordingly it is necessary to weigh the motor home fully loaded as the user would have it for travel including occupants Moreover it is necessary to weigh each tite position individually Overloading the motor home can produce problems with the tires wheels springs brakes drive train and other motor home assemblies In addition an overloaded motor home uses more fuel is more difficult to handle properly and can lead to driver fatigue more quickly In a worst case condition if any component should fail this could result in loss of control of the motor home and subsequent damage In certain states the Highway Patrol routinely weighs motor homes to check for overloaded axle weights Therefore there are many good reasons for assuring that the motor home is properly loaded and not overload
149. restored to batteries the system must be reset by depressing the reset button on the control panel Figure 3 4 For detailed instructions on operating the hydraunic heating system refer to the specific owner s manual found in the Owner s Information Package Caution Your hydraunic heating system operates off the coach s sole diesel tank Keep in mind that the hydraunic heating s fuel tube is located higher up in the diesel tank than the coach s engine fuel in order to prevent complete depletion of the diesel fuel tank Be sure an adequate amount of fuel is in the fuel tank before dry camping Caution DO NOT operate the Diesel Burner and or the Electric Heating Element without the water and antifreeze solution in the hydraunic heating s Boiler Tank Failure to do so will cause serious damage to the Heater HEATING AIR CONDITIONING Caution Yearly maintenance is required on the burner portion of the hydraunic heating system Air Conditioning System The factory installed air conditioning system is designed for 120 VAC power supplied either from the external power hookup cord or from the generator Any unnecessary interior heat loading e g exposure to direct sunlight for long periods of time transmittance of sunlight through the windows will work the air conditioning system harder and may compromise the desired results Accordingly if the air conditioning system is to be used park the motor home in a sh
150. rotary switch Figure Batteries 7 9 which when activated disconnects the house batteries 1 e the 12 VDC system for the motor home When the Zephyr is to be stored for any length of time it is wise to disconnect these two 12 VDC systems When the Zephyr is removed from storage rotate the upper left hand switch to reconnect the 12 VDC circuitry to the coach batteries again and rotate the upper right hand switch to reconnect the house battery the 12 VDC systems are now reactivated The Spartan chassis of the Zephyr may be equipped with a second disconnect switch strictly for the chassis batteries If your Zephyr is so equipped this master kill switch may be located in the rear engine compartment This switch disconnects all power to the eS 8 engine so that the engine cannot be started This switch is used to prevent the ignition circuitry from being accidentally turned on when the engine is being serviced Please note that with the 12V disconnect off the inverter will not operate Most appliances will not operate including air conditioners and refrigerators with the 12V disconnect off Figure 7 10 12 VDC Disconnect Switch For routine short term use there is a 12 VDC disconnect switch Figure 7 10 on the switch console located in the stairwell of the Zephyr This switch located in the upper left hand 7 7 ELECTRICAL FEATURES corner of the switch console can be used to disconnect the hous
151. rted from either the remote start switch located on the dash or directly at the generator itself The hour meter installed on the generator records the number of hours of operation of the generator motor this elapsed time is needed for observing necessary maintenance schedules on the generator 7 10 ELECTRICAL FEATURES Caution Failure to turn off the 120 VAC appliances when starting or stopping the generator may damage the transfer switch and or electrical appliances For mote detailed operating instructions of the generator and to determine necessary preventive maintenance schedules and procedures review the manufacturer owner s manual Automatic Transfer Switch Your Zephyr is equipped with an automatic transfer switch When the generator is turned on this switch automatically transfers from external power to generator power There will be a slight delay between the start of the generator and the electrical connection being made this delay allows the generator to reach normal operating speed without needing to supply a required load When the Zephyr is plugged into an external source a click will be heard in the transfer switch box this is a normal function and merely indicates that the unit is changing over from an external power source to the generator Resettable Circuit Breakers The resettable circuit breakers Figure 7 18 are located within 18 inches of the source of power that is the converter and
152. ry failure you may flush the toilet manually Using the MANUAL OVERRIDE option on the Mode Switch will disconnect the electronic brake in the flush valve motor and allow manual flushing via the override access hole in the side of the vitreous china base Note The control module allows 15 seconds of water flow for cleaning If more water is required return the switch to the NORMAL position and then back to the SERVICE position For detailed instructions on manual flushing refer to the specific owner s manual which will be located in the Owner s Information Package 11 8 PLUMBING BATH FEATURES The toilet should be cleaned regularly for maximum sanitation and operational efficiency Clean the toilet bowl with a mild bathroom cleaner DO NOT USE CHLORINE OR CAUSTIC CHEMICALS SUCH AS LAUNDRY BLEACH OR DRAIN OPENING TYPES AS THEY WILL DAMAGE THE SEALS IN THE TOILET AND DUMP VALVES Refer to the toilet manufacturer s owner s manual in your Zephyr s Owner s Information Package for complete instructions and a detailed troubleshooting guide Caution It is important that you use as much water as possible with each flush This will help prevent tissue and other solids from clogging the holding tank outlet P Traps Each of the sink drains the shower drain and the washing machine drain if so equipped has a water trap e the p trap to prevent holding tank odors from entering the motor home These traps must have water in th
153. s Figure 14 12 Furniture Fabrics Figure 14 13 Bedroom Fabrics are not recommended for cleaning the fabrics in your new vehicle Most water based household cleaning products are not formulated for use on these fabrics and may cause excessive shrinkage or fading For best results the fabrics in this vehicle should be cleaned by a professional carpet upholstery cleaner Spills spots or stains should be treated as soon as possible to avoid permanent damage to the fabrics If a spill occurs blot the fluid with a dry towel do not tub the spill as rubbing may cause the liquid to set in the fabric and cause a stain When attempting to clean a spot or stain always start from the outside and work inward to avoid spreading the stain further Some stains or soils are extremely difficult or impossible to be removed completely These stains should recetve immediate professional attention Spills spots stains or soiled areas are the responsibility of the owner and ate not covered by Tiffin Motorhomes Limited Warranty 1429 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Warning When cleaning the upholstery and fabric of the motor home do not use lacquer thinner nail polish remover laundry soaps or bleach Never use carbon tetrachloride or gasoline for cleaning purposes These substances may cause damage to the materials being cleaned and most are highly flammable Walls and Ceiling The wall and ceiling coverings should be cleaned periodically to mainta
154. s ny load rating P The P indicates the tire is for passenger vehicles NOTE Passenger car tires are not recommended for use on trailers because the capacity ratings are not marked on the side walls of these tires In the event a passenger car tire is used the capacity must be de rated by 10 Next number This three digit number gives the width in millimeters of the tire from sidewall edge to sidewall edge In general the larger the number the wider the tire Next number This two digit number known as the aspect ratio gives the tire s ratio of height to width Numbers of 70 or lower indicate a short sidewall for improved steering response and better overall handling on dry pavement R The R stands for radial Radial ply construction of tires has been the industry standard for the past 20 years Next number This two digit number is the wheel or rim diameter in inches If you change your wheel size you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel number Next number This two or three digit number is the tire s load index It is a measurement of how much weight each tire can support You may find this information in your owner s manual If not contact a local tire dealer NOTE You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by law 14 15 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE M S The M S or M S indicates that the tire has some mud and snow capability Most radial tires
155. s and pounds that can be carried by the tire Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure This number is the greatest amount of air pressure that should ever be put in the tire under normal driving conditions 1416 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Additional Information on Light Truck Tires Please refer to diagram below Maximum load Load amp inflation when range used as a dual Severe snow Light conditions Maximum load amp inflation when Load inflation used as a single limits Tires for light trucks have other markings besides those found on the sidewalls of passenger tires LT The LT indicates the tire is for light trucks or trailers ST An ST is an indication the tire is for trailer use only Max Load Dual kg lbs at kPa psi Cold This information indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a dual that is when four tires are put on each rear axle a total of six or more tires on the vehicle Max Load Single kg lbs at kPa psi Cold This information indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a single Load Range This information identifies the tire s load carrying capabilities and its inflation limits Vehicle Load Limits Determining the load limits of a vehicle includes more than understanding the load limits of the tires alone On a motor home there is a Federal certification label that is affixed to either the hinge pillar door latch pos
156. s equal to or less than the GVWR minus the UVW m Gross Combination Weight Rating GCWR This is the value specified by the chassis manufacturer as the maximum allowable loaded weight of the motor home with a towed trailer and or vehicle if any Sleeping Capacity Weight Rating SCWR This is the maximum weight capacity of the combined number of persons i e number of people multiplied by 154 pounds per person permitted to sleep within the vehicle Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR This is the maximum allowable weight for a single axle system as measured at the tire ground interfaces The GAWR considers the weakest link in the tire wheel brakes hubs axle springs and attaching parts To illustrate if the axle is rated at 15 000 pounds and the tires are rated at 3 200 pounds each as a dual installation then the maximum GAWR would be 12 800 pounds for a four tire vehicle e Towing Guidelines Specific weighing instructions and guidelines are furnished in the Owners Manual see below for a general overview and also in Chapter 2 for more specific details 16 GENERAL INFORMATION Weighing Procedures for the Zephyr To weigh the motor home properly the motor home should be level when the weighing process is performed Your Zephyr motor home has been designed and built in compliance with the recommended limits of the major component system suppliers to provide a realistic CCC However it is up to the final user to prov
157. s to identify seam locations to avoid them during subsequent use of the motor home Although solid surfacing is repaired easily certain steps should be taken to protect it from any unnecessary harm or damage Figure 14 16 Kitchen Countertop 1431 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Be sure to use a cutting board rather than cutting directly on the countertop surfaces Although minor scratches and cuts can be repaired a little care will assure that the countertop surfaces will keep looking new for years Avoid using harsh chemicals on the countertop Wipe the countertop with a damp cloth to remove water spots For most dirt and stains wipe with a damp cloth and use soapy water or glass cleaners e g Windex If a stain doesn t respond to soap and water for a matte finish apply an abrasive cleanser and buff it with a Scotch Brite pad using a circular motion Use the same technique in the case of a cigarette burn If the finish is a gloss finish please contact the dealer for specific cleaning instructions Do not expose the surface to harsh chemicals such as paint remover turpentine nail polish remover or any stove and drain cleansers If these chemicals should come into contact with the countertop surfaces immediately wash off these chemicals using appropriate safety measures to avoid injury In the event of subsequent staining or spotting sand the affected surface lightly with fine sandpaper 400 erit or finer then buff in a circu
158. sae ee iii owner s manual Areas that require maintenance should be resealed utilizing a similar high quality sealant used by the manufacturer Particular attention should be devoted to ensure the slide outs are functioning properly Each time a slide out is used it should be inspected to ensure proper operation and sealing Figure 14 6 The slide out gaskets should also be inspected to ensure proper sealing when the slide out is operated Use of Your RV It is important to remember that the square footage of an RV is significantly less than that of a single family residence This fact alone will elevate the relative humidity because there is less volume of air to help absorb or dissipate the humidity For example showering and cooking create a lot of humidity in a small area In these instances use of an exhaust fan and opening windows should reduce the relative humidity particularly when living in the RV for an extended period Severe Environments Prolonged use of your RV in severe environments for example in extremely cold or hot humid climates will require extra cate and maintenance to avoid moisture related issues In both extremely cold and hot humid climates more attention needs to be focused on controlling relative humidity within the RV It also may require the use of a portable dehumidifier to manage relativity humidity within an acceptable range This is discussed further in the Interior Care of Your RV section If yo
159. sary sunlight will prolong and preserve the richness of the colors of the fabrics so it is advisable to keep the shades closed on the sunny side of the motor home whether parked or in transit Flooring The living room and bedroom floor areas are carpeted with filament nylon carpeting treated with Scotch guard a stain resistant coating In the Owners Information Package there is additional literature from the manufacturer concerning the specifics of caring for the carpeting which if followed will prolong the appearance and life of the carpeting Please become familiar with the recommended cate and cleaning of the carpeting to assure its prolonged life Ceramic tile flooring Figure 10 2 is standard in the kitchen and bathroom areas of the motor home For routine cleaning sweeping or vacuuming the floor would be sufficient If more thorough cleaning is warranted the flooring can be Figure 10 2 Ceramic Tile Flooring cleaned with a damp mop and water For more stubborn stains a mixture of soap free household cleaner e g vinegar ammonia or compatable products and water can be used to advantage 102 INTERIOR FEATURES One should not unduly saturate the floor surfaces with water as this could damage the flooring substrate Feel free to use any abrasives cleansers scouring pads and the like as they cannot scratch or mar the flooring surfaces and won t cause any damage to the flooring Ceiling The ceiling in
160. sers Figure 5 1 Driver s Console Cabinet As the storage requirements will vary somewhat from Figure 5 2 Kitchen Cabinetry Figure 5 3 Kitchen Countertop one floor plan to another general observations can be made about the Tiffin supplied cabinetry which may or may not be applicable for your specific Zephyr configuration Cabinets Figure 5 2 are provided in the kitchen dining area to accommodate the routine cooking utensils and groceries normally desired for travel Storage space within these cabinets has been so designed to accommodate the typical sizes and configurations of food supplies e g cereal boxes condiments canned goods bottled liquids normally taken on travel trips Based on Tiffin Motorhomes extensive experience with travel requirements of the seasoned motor home users and from Tiffin Motorhomes own research and development in cabinet design requirements the resultant cabinets offer the greatest storage capacity possible In the bathroom and bedroom additional cabinets are available for storage of sundries and toiletries specific to these areas In the kitchen a color coordinated countertop is provided on top of the floor mounted cabinets To maintain the appearance of the countertop Figure 5 3 clean with a damp cloth If spotting occurs clean the countertop with a damp cloth and a mild liquid soap Should some dried on residue still persist let a damp 52 CABINETS FURNITURE cloth mois
161. sought Typical Floor Plan A typical floor plan is presented to show the relative components of the Zephyr Sy 4 O 4 e O O O O O O Xx x amp amp amp IS O 2 e 4 amp O 2 x a PRS e RR 2320 TS gt 0 0 OO Oo KY O 0 5 O amp amp x e amp O gt o x o O x eS vor ee 2 2 1 O O 2 7 O a n s D O e o tapati Set Hi WINDOWS AWNINGS VENTS DOORS Chapter Windows Awnings Vents Doors 131 WINDOWS AWNINGS VENTS DOORS Windows The windows on the Zephyr are of the sliding type These double pane windows also provide additional thermal control e insulation to maintain interior temperatures better In the double pane windows a dead air space filled with a dry inert gas is sealed between the two panes of glass this dead air space provides additional thermal insulation for the windows and prevents them from fogging internally Additionally there may be a reflective coating on the windows to reflect back a portion of the sunlight to reduce the heating of the motor home interior and to reduce the effects of the sun s bleaching of interior fabrics curtains upholstery For both the driver s and the passenger s windows additional sun shades are available to permit blockage of the sun s rays
162. ssure and Load Limits Tire inflation pressure is the level of air in the tire that provides it with load carrying capacity and affects the overall performance of the vehicle The tire inflation pressure is a number that indicates the amount of air pressure measured in pounds per square inch psi a tire requires to be properly inflated You will 1411 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE also find this number on the vehicle information placard expressed in kilopascals kPa which is the metric measure used internationally Vehicle manufacturers determine this number based on the vehicle s design load limit that is the greatest amount of weight a vehicle can safely carry and the vehicle s tire size The proper tire pressure for your vehicle is referred to as the recommended cold inflation pressure As you will read below it is difficult to obtain the recommended tite pressure if your tires ate not cold Because tires are designed to be used on more than one type of vehicle tire manufacturers list the maximum permissible inflation pressure on the tire sidewall This number is the greatest amount of air pressure that should ever be put in the tire under normal driving conditions Checking Tire Pressure It is important to check your vehicle s tite pressure at least once a month for the following reasons e Most tires may naturally lose air over time e Tires can lose air suddenly if you drive over a pothole or other object or if you
163. t Door However when one wishes to close the screen door and the entrance door at the same time the screen door latch must be fastened to the entrance Figure 13 6 Front door prior to closing the entrance door Failure to do so will cause the screen door latch Door amp Screen Door to be bent Keyless Lock The Zephyr will be equipped with keyless lock entry that is incorporated into the grab handle The keyless lock entry is essentially a numeric combination lock Figure 13 7 lower left hand side This type of lock for the motor home permits the owner to come and go without having to worry about whether the house key was with the owner or not The keyless lock drastically reduces the inadvertent situation of being locked out of one s home Figure 13 7 Keyless Lock and Grab Handle while on the toad WINDOWS AWNINGS VENTS DOORS As long as one remembers the appropriate combination settable by the owner to permit optimal remembering Figure 13 8 Detail of Keyless Lock of a preferred numerical combination see Figure 13 8 one should never be locked out of the motor home under any circumstances Complete directions for setting one s unique keyless lock combination can be had in the Owner s Information Package As a further aid for night time access to the motor home the hand rail by the front door is made of a transparent acrylic which is lighted at night This night light ha
164. t or the door edge that meets the door latch post next to the driver s seating position If none of 1417 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE these locations is practicable this label will be located to the left side of the instrument panel or affixed to the inward facing surface of the door next to the driver s seating position The certification label will indicate the vehicle s gross vehicle weight rating GVWR This is the most weight the fully loaded vehicle can weight It will also provide the gross axle weight rating GAWR This is the most a particular axle can weigh If there are multiple axles the GAWR of each axle will be provided For motor homes in the same location as the certification label described above there is a vehicle placard This placard provides tire and loading information In addition this placard will show the vehicle s seating capacity for people and a statement regarding maximum cargo capacity Cargo Capacities For motor homes cargo can be added to the vehicle up t the maximum weight specified on the placard For motorized vehicles the combined weight of passengers and cargo is provided as a single number If fewer people are traveling more cargo can be added If more people are involved the weight of cargo must be reduced In any case remember the total weight of a fully loaded vehicle including passengers can not exceed the stated GVWR For motor homes the water and propane also need to be considered
165. t package When using dump stations for draining the holding tanks keep other travelers in mind Please practice good housekeeping Leave the dump stations in good order Above all do not pollute Sewer Connection and Camping When camping at parks with sewer connections it is important to keep the black water holding tank gate valve closed at all times except when dumping The gray tank can be kept open while hooked to a sewer connection but again the black water tank must be kept closed This is done so that an ample quantity of liquid remains in the black water tank to provide a smooth flow through the gate and drain valves when dumping 11 11 PLUMBING BATH FEATURES Caution The gray tank valve must be in the open position when operating the washing machine Sufficient liquid in the black water tank causes a swirling action that should take any accumulated solid wastes with it Accumulation of solid wastes in the black water tank can be avoided by keeping the gate valve closed when connected to the sewer connection If the valve is open solid wastes may accumulate in the tank which may eventually result in costly repairs No Fuss Flush This vehicle may be equipped with a flushing system for the black water holding tank When draining your sewer tank attach a water hose to the sewer spray connection After the tank is drained leave the gate valve open and open the water valve to allow water to spray inside
166. tems the first troubleshooting procedure should be to check the fuses and have available replacements to replace any blown fuses as may be warranted Also the Zephyr contains a computerized diagnostic center located beneath the access panel on the dashboard pod for the engine of the motor home This center permits a computer to be connected to the onboard diagnostic center monitoring many of the operating functions and parameters of the engine so that the current operating status of the engine can be determined and any anomalies or problems may be noted This diagnostic tool enables the motor home owner to maintain an updated status of the engine so that the overall reliability of the motor home can be maintained As an aid to extracting and or installing fuses in the fuse blocks one may wish to buy an inexpensive fuse ng g tuse EKS ONE May y pensiy puller at any electronics or hardware store This tool makes the installation or removal of fuses much easier and prevents inadvertent damage to nearby fuses or the fuse block itself Whenever a fuse has been blown and is to be extracted and replaced it is good practice to examine the wiring going to that particular fuse to see if there is any noticeable degradation e g wiring insulation nicked missing or melted which may indicate damage beyond the fusing proper Warning Never replace a fuse with a fuse rated larger than that which originally came from the factory To do otherwise
167. tened with the liquid cleaner stand directly on top of that residue for 15 30 minutes to loosen the residue then clean that spot accordingly Please note that strong chemicals solvents and cleaners e g oven cleaner may damage the surface so do not use any products not specifically designed for countertop cleaning The countertop may be physically damaged too if proper care is not taken Do not cut anything eg vegetables fruits directly on the countertop rather use a cutting board on top of the countertop to provide necessaty protection to the countertop Excessive heat may also damage the countertop therefore any pots or pans taken directly from the range or oven should not be placed directly on the countertop rather use trivets or some other form of fireproof heat insulators to hold very hot pots or pans on the countertop All drawers Figure 5 4 are equipped with metal slides to provide additional load bearing strength for the drawers and to permit effortless opening and closing of those drawers even when they are fully loaded These metal guides have a slight locking action when closed To open those drawers slightly lift up on the drawer handle and then pull the drawer open To close push the FF drawer closed until it clicks back into place 1 e the locking action is engaged As this cabinetry is typically of furniture grade quality any commercial furniture polish or cleaner can be used Do not try to so
168. teries the system must be reset by depressing the reset button the control panel Figure 4 15 For detailed instructions on operating the hydraunic heating system refer to the specific owner s manual found in the Owner s Information Package Figure 4 15 Control Panel 4 13 MAJOR APPLIANCES ACCESSORIES Caution Your hydraunic heating system operates off the coach s sole diesel tank Keep in mind that the hydraunic heating fuel tube is located higher up in the diesel tank than the coach s engine fuel in order to prevent complete depletion of the diesel fuel tank Be sure an adequate amount of fuel is in the fuel tank before dry camping Caution Yearly maintenance is required on the burner portion of the hydraunic heating system Caution DO NOT operate the Diesel Burner and or the Electric Heating Element without the water and antifreeze solution in the hydraunic heating s Boiler Tank Failure to do so will cause serious damage to the Heater Warning The hydraunic heating s exhaust is HOT DO NOT park in areas where dry conditions exist underneath the vehicle as a fire may result i e in a dry grassy field DO NOT operate the hydraunic heating s Diesel Fired Burner inside an enclosed building 4 14 MAJOR APPLIANCES ACCESSORIES The Heater should be switched OFF when refueling CB Radio System Antenna Connection The Zephyr comes equipped with an antenna and coaxial cable connect
169. that chassis are included in the Chassis Owner s Manual which is provided with your Zephyr and is a part of the Owner s Information Package furnished to you by your Tiffin Motorhomes Dealership Before you begin using your Zephyr please read and follow all recommendations for the proper care operation and maintenance of the chassis this will assure you of pleasant trouble free use of your motor home Figure 6 1 Spartan Chassis Should you have any questions about the chassis however you should contact your chassis manufacturer as noted in the literature described earlier TYPICAL CHASSIS ITEMS COVERED UNDER WARRANTY BY THE CHASSIS MANUFACTURER Steering Wheel Steering System Instrument Panel Engine Transmission Chassis Frame Axles Alignment The Zephyr motor home you have purchased has been aligned at the factory prior to shipment to you During the first 10 000 miles of operation of your Zephyr the chassis will have a tendency to settle and readjust itself in response to the loading of your motor home Although it normally is not necessary to realign the Zephyr before the first 10 000 miles of use it is nonetheless recommended that you have the Zephyr alignment checked after the first loading of the motor home However if you feel that you have noted some discrepancy or anomaly in steering operation please contact your chassis manufacturer or call Tiffin Customer Service at 256 356 0261 to address you
170. the freshwater tank check the level from the monitor panel while filling the freshwater tank on the motor home The excess water will be vented from an overflow in vent pipe onto the ground when the capacity of that tank has been reached This pipe is installed in the freshwater tank to prevent possible tank rupture from inadvertent overfilling All of the water should be drained from the freshwater system when the motor home is not in use for an extended period of time Sanitizing To assure complete disinfecting of the freshwater system it is recommended that the following procedure be performed on a new system on one that has not been used for a length of time or one that may have become contaminated This procedure is also recommended before long periods of storage such as during the winter months 1 Drain the freshwater tank by opening the drain valves There is one valve for each water tank All of the faucets should be in the closed or off position 2 Prepare a chlorine solution using one gallon of water and one half cup of chlorine bleach 5 sodium hypochlorite solution Prepare enough of the chlorine solution to administer one gallon of solution for every 15 gallons of tank capacity For sanitizing this tank prepare 47 gallons of the chlorine solution This mixture puts a 50 ppm parts per million residual chlorine concentration in the water system that will act as a quick kill dosage for harmful bacteria viruses and s
171. the knob and rotate it to the desired setting To turn the burner flame off turn the knob clockwise to the off position VE If the burner does not start after a few attempts discontinue the process let the released gas dissipate then try the process again The burner knobs operate in a counter clockwise CCW manner and must be gently pushed inwards as they are being turned If the optional oven doesn t have a piezoelectric ignition source light the oven by pushing inward on the oven control knob and rotating it CCW to the pilot on position then light the oven pilot light located at the back left hand side of the oven burner this may take a few seconds until the air in that line is purged and replaced with the LP gas Do not attempt to adjust the oven pilot light as it has been factory adjusted and factory set Figure 4 4 Oven Optional To extinguish the oven pilot light when use of the oven is concluded push inwards on the oven control knob and turn that knob clockwise CW to the off position The Zephyr is equipped with a two burner cook top having a countertop cover matching the same d cor as the counters in the motor home This cover both provides protection to the burners when they ate not in use and additional counter space as needed Before any cooking on the cook top is attempted the cover must be removed from the cook top and stowed so that the cooking surface is free and unobstructed
172. throughout one s travels in the event that they may be needed Triple Vision Camera Monitor System The rear view en system eure 4 17 is provided to aid the driver in backing and parking the motor home A camera mounted on the rear of the vehicle feeds a televised view of the rear of the motor home to the monitor located in the front near the driver If the mode switch is in the manual mode the monitor will be on when the ignition switch is turned on If the mode switch is in the automatic mode the monitor will display the picture from the rear mounted camera only when the transmission is in reverse gear To use this system effectively please consult the owner s manual for this system this manual is in the Owner s Information Package Figure 4 17 Triple Vision Camera Monitor System 415 MAJOR APPLIANCES ACCESSORIES Warning Do not view TV or video programs while driving Cleaning and General Maintenance 1 If your Phaeton has been parked in direct sunlight resulting in a considerable rise in temperature inside the motor home allow the unit to cool off before operating 2 When the casing becomes soiled clean it with a soft cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution Never use abrasive cleaners or chemical solvents as they might damage the casing Basic Rear View Camera Operation 1 Depress the POWER switch The picture appears on the monitor POWER indicator light
173. time that the motor home is not connected to shore power the refrigerator will have to be operated by use of the inverter The refrigerator has its own water filters for the ice maker NOTE These water filters have to be removed before winterizing your motor home For further instructions on how to properly operate and maintain the residential refrigerator refer to the specific owners manual located in the Owners Information Package Note The inverter must be on for the residential electric refrigerator to operate if not connected to shore power Figure 4 1 Residential Refrigerator Microwave Convection Range The Zephyr contains a microwave convection range Figure 4 2 All microwave ranges operate on 120 volt AC electrical power supplied either by the external electrical hookup or by the onboard electrical generator in the motor home Between the power source s and the microwave range is a surge protector to protect the unit from electrical transients and power surges Touch pad controls on the microwave range are used for operating the range 1 e cooking temperature mode power level and cooking time For basic operating instructions on the proper use of the microwave convection range please Figure 4 2 Microwave Convection Range consult the specific manual in the Owner s Information Package Air Filtration Fan In the Zephyr the exhaust or air filtration fan is built into the microwave and its
174. tomer walk through is performed to familiarize the new customer with the motor home its systems and components and their proper and safe operation 3 Delivery of the Owner s Information Package which contains warranty cards and registrations for the vehicle and all factory installed components from other vendors and suppliers to Tiffin Motorhomes The detailed operation instructions and maintenance instructions on these components are also included in this package 4 Assisting the customer in completing the registration forms to avoid loss of warranty coverage The dealer should review the limited warranty provisions with the customer to stress the importance of completing the warranty cards and registration forms for the components in the motor home to enable the manufacturers to receive them within the prescribed time limits 5 Providing the customer with information regarding warranty and non warranty work on the vehicle and its separately warranted components Customer Responsibilities The customer is responsible for regular and proper maintenance of the motor home Properly maintaining your motor home will prevent conditions arising from neglect that are not covered by your Tiffin Motorhomes limited warranty The maintenance guidelines in this manual and any other applicable manual s should be followed It is your responsibility and obligation to return the vehicle to an authorized dealer for repairs and service To assist you in av
175. tor home make certain that the undercarriage and the wheel wells are thoroughly cleaned as well as the exterior of the motor home Do not use strong soaps or detergents for washing the motor home Always use a mild soap in warm water a commercially prepared product for automotive finishes or your local car wash to wash your motor home propertly Be careful when using any pressurized washer to avoid loosening any exterior decals or sealants and the like After washing carefully inspect the caulking around the window frames and vents and any other joints to see if any seal separations have occurred Should any re caulking be necessary it is relatively simple and is considered to be routine maintenance which is the responsibility of the owner 142 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Important Never use a strong solvent such as lacquer thinner or harsh abrasives on any of the exterior painted surfaces Waxing The exterior finish will require a routine waxing When water will not bead and roll off a freshly washed motor home a new coat of wax is needed Wax not only improves the appearance of the motor home but it also protects the finish against oxidation and corrosive materials The recommended type of wax is one that is compatible with painted and gel coated fiberglass finishes and contains an UV ultra violet inhibitor Buffing with a polishing compound will improve a dull or discolored finish Important When using a polishing comp
176. torage period before each trip or at least once per week during use 4 20 CABINETS FURNITURE Chapter Cabinets amp Furniture 51 CABINETS FURNITURE Cabinets Your Zephyr contains cabinetry installed throughout the entire motor home from the driver s area Figure 5 1 through the kitchen dining areas and back into the bedroom The cabinetry has been designed and built to provide ample storage space to be easily accessible and to be conveniently located to support the areas of concern Construction of these cabinets incorporates various hardwoods raised panels cabinet doors and supports Door pulls handles and knobs are installed in a style complementing the particular d cor of each Zephyr so that an aesthetically pleasing as well as fully functional storage capacity is realized For the many floor plans available in the Zephyr product line cabinet design has been optimized to provide maximal storage for each and every floor plan available Accordingly the Zephyr can readily accommodate the routine materials supplies and customer specific items desired for any travel requirements Further these cabinets are designed to contain stored supplies quite securely during travel to minimize or eliminate the possibility of shifting or spilling of cabinet contents during travel Yet when the y motor home is E parked all stored items are readily available in the cabinets for the convenience of the u
177. ts you to see the road behind you The mirror should be adjusted vertically so that you can see the rear bumper on the bottom of the plane portion of the mirror Figure 9 12 Rear View Mirror The convex mirrors should be adjusted horizontally so that you can see your own motor home in 1 3 of the mirror These convex mirrors should then be adjusted vertically to allow you to see any other vehicles alongside your motor home These mirrors also contain heating elements to defog or de ice the mirror glass during cold weather operation The on off switch for this feature is located by the adjustment control Further adjustment of the mirror may be necessary at the swivel portion of the mirror arm Important Objects viewed in convex mirrors appear smaller and farther away than they actually are 97 INTERIOR FEATURES Chapter Interior Features 10 1 INTERIOR FEATURES Bedspread As a furnished part of the bedroom suite Figure 10 1 a bedspread and matching pillow accessories are included with the Zephyr motor home Other bed linens e g sheets blankets pillows pillowcases are the sole responsibility of the motor home owner and ate to be provided by that owner For the bedspread and pillow shams cleaning instructions are for dry cleaning only as the bedspread was made with materials treated for stain resistance dry cleaning will prolong the life of these materials Minimizing exposure to unneces
178. u have any questions about moisture related issues in the environment you plan to use the RV in for a majority of the time contact Tiffin Motorhomes Service Department at 256 356 0261 148 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Storage of Your RV During those periods when your motor home is not in use cate must be taken to ensure moisture sources are addressed Ideal storage of your RV would be in an enclosed climate controlled environment When this is not possible the following steps should be taken to ensure moisture is controlled e Turn off all water sources e Turn off all combustion appliances e Drain the water tank s e Drain the water heater e Open all closets cabinet doors and drawers e Close all windows and entrance doors e Open a vent or a window enough to allow for some limited ventilation air flow but not so far as to allow snow or rain to enter e When storing the RV in high humidity climates ambient relative humidity is greater than 60 year round add a dehumidifier drained to exterior to control humidity inside the RV during storage e Refer to other sections of this owner s manual for additional recommendations Modifications to your RV Consult Tiffin Motorhomes for guidance prior to making any modifications to your RV It is important that changes be completed by a qualified service firm to ensure moisture intrusion or accumulation problems do not occur Wet Areas Areas that are exposed to water spills or leaks sh
179. ughout the total manufacturing process to assure you of the finest motor home available in the marketplace today To give you a better appreciation of the features of the Zephyr motor home some of its construction features are now presented The Zephyr is built on a Spartan chassis Figure 12 1 powered by a Cummins diesel engine The floor decking is constructed of 1 2 OSB board to provide desired rigidity and firmness in the floor of the motor home The floor is insulated with block foam to provide both thermal insulation and sound deadening to keep road surface noises from unduly entering the motor home Figure 12 1 Spartan Chassis The motor home roof is also insulated with block foam to provide an adequate barrier to heat loss or gain through the roof In the Zephyr each sidewall is manufactured to provide essential strength and durability and is also insulated to assure the comfort of the enclosed spaces Sidewalls are constructed of aluminum or steel framing insulated with 1 2 thick block foam insulation Framing and insulation are laminated between interior d cor board and gelcoat fiberglass on the exterior to provide superior strength and rigidity The insulation is chosen to both provide a sound deadening barrier from outside noises and to provide more effective thermal control of the enclosed cabin in the motor home thus allowing greater efficiency of the heating and air conditioning systems depending on the environment
180. ular tire wear and an increase in rolling resistance of the motor home which in turn produces a decrease in fuel economy of operation An overinflated tire will reduce the tire s footprint Le its actual contact with the road thus reducing the traction braking capacity and handling of the motor home A tire that is overinflated for the load that it is carrying will also contribute to a harsh ride uneven tire wear and the tire itself will be more susceptible to impact damage Maintaining correct tire pressure for each loaded wheel position on the motor home is critically important and must be a part of regular vehicle maintenance Tire Maximum Load Rating Federal law requires that the maximum load rating be molded into the sidewall of the tire If one looks at a tire sidewall one may see some typical information such as Max Load Single 3640 Lbs at 85 psi cold Max Load Dual 3415 Lbs at 85 psi cold The maximum load allowed for the size tire and load rating and the minimum cold air inflation pressure needed to carty that stated maximum load are noted on the tire Using less air pressure would reduce the load cartying capacity of the tire The amount of air pressure one needs depends on the weight of the fully loaded motor home Consequently one cannot determine the correct air inflation pressure unless one knows the actual weights of the motor home Weighing the Motor Home Earlier in Chapter 1 the procedu
181. unted on the wall It is operated off the furnace function of the thermostat to provide interior heat Hot water will be supplied instantaneously and continuously at any time the diesel burner switch is activated If interior heat and hot water are demanded from the hydraunic heating system at the same time hot water will simultaneously take precedence over interior heat therefore causing the interior heat to shut down and turn off until the water flow is turned off from water sources Also featured in the hydraunic heating system is an electrical burner switch With this switch activated and shore power available it will supply a very limited amount of hot water and no interior heat The surge tank Figure 4 14 located in the basement should be routinely inspected to make sure the antifreeze fill line stays in the acceptable zone If the antifreeze becomes low you must add the recommended antifreeze stated in the hydraunic heating s owner s manual If antifreeze is totally depleted from the surge tank a switch will be released inside the main hydraunic heating tank disabling the system from operating Antifreeze will then have to be added to the Figure 4 14 Surge Tank tank to reactivate the switch and allow the system to operate If batteries accidentally become discharged and the hydraunic heating system is activated the system will automatically shut down before batteries are totally discharged Once power is restored to bat
182. use that equipment safely General Warning Warning Any portable fuel burning e g charcoal propane butane wood equipment must not be used inside the motor home Any use of such equipment inside the motor home may readily cause fires and or asphyxiation by carbon monoxide poisoning Further such unauthorized use would probably invalidate your motor home insurance policy In general there are several common sense safety precautions that should be taken every time the motor home is to be used on the road these precautions include e Only seats with seat belts should be used while the motor home is in motion those seat belts should be worn by all people driver passengers in the motor home at that time e While the motor home is moving lock all seats in the forward facing position to provide maximum safety for the users e While the motor home is moving no one inside should ever stand or kneel on seats e g young children 22 DRIVING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS e In the majority of states it is the law that seat belts must be used fastened snugly about the chest and hip areas anytime the motor home is in motion to provide desired protection in the event of a crash e Any fire extinguisher s should be inspected on a monthly basis to assure that each extinguisher is properly charged and ready for operation e Any smoke and or carbon monoxide CO Liquid Propane LP gas alarm s should be regularly ins
183. ust fans vented to the outside avoid drastic changes in thermostat settings do not use vent free heaters and use window coverings wisely For example make sure to open curtains or blinds during the day to allow air to circulate and warm the window surface Carpet Care and Moisture Management To keep your carpet serviceable and looking new for years to come the carpet should be cleaned when it shows signs of discoloration or traffic patterns A steam cleaning system should be used to clean the carpet unless other noted in your warranty information To manage moisture from the cleaning process the cleaning system needs to be capable of extracting the excess water from the carpet after it has been cleaned Important Be sure the carpet is thoroughly dry before closing up the RV for storage Water from the cleaning process can cause significant damage to the RV if the carpet is not completely dry before closing up the motor home for an extended period Cleaning Tile and Wood Floors Most floors only require a mild detergent and warm water for cleaning More water on the floor is not always better for cleaning Use a damp cloth to clean on a regular basis rather than wet mopping each time For more information regarding the maintenance of the tile and wood floors see the section entitled Woodwork and Floors Storage and Other Isolated Areas within the RV Storage areas are more difficult to condition since the areas ate isolated from
184. vating any of the appliances Towing Hitch The Zephyr is fully capable of towing typical motor vehicles the motor home is equipped with a Class 3 10 000 pound towing hitch Figure 2 10 and associated wiring connector The motor home is capable of towing light loads and instructions for such are found in the chassis Figure 2 10 Class 3 Towing Hitch 2 11 DRIVING amp SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS manufacturers literature in the Owner s Information Package provided with the Zephyr As a towed vehicle being pulled by a motor home represents a greater complexity in driving for the driver e g turning backing parking one should not attempt such on the road without first practicing such e g in a vacant lot to master these skills The total weight of the motor home and any vehicle towed by that motor home must not exceed the Gross Combined Weight Rating GCWR When the motor home is being weighed remember to account for passengers and their locations in the motor home Any vehicles to be towed by the motor home should have adequate active braking The wiring connector provided is a standard seven pin connector a more detailed description of which is provided in Chapter 7 If needed the connector for the mailer brake actuator is located beneath the access panel located on the dashboard pod 212 HEATING AIR CONDITIONING Chapter Heating Air Conditioning 31 HEATING AIR CONDITIONING Furnace Warn
185. ve to the LP gas tank closed when the system is not in use When the LP tank is empty keep the main valve closed until re filling is to be performed this process will keep any moisture laden air from back flowing into the gas system and trapping unwanted moisture in the LP gas tank If an empty LP gas tank has been exposed to the atmosphere for an extended time let a qualified service technician purge the tank before its next filling operation Important When a LP gas regulator is installed or re installed the regulator must always be installed with the gas diaphragm vent facing downwards For more information consult the manufacturer s literature in your Owner s Information Package that came with the motor home Carbon Monoxide LP Gas Detector Warning Liquid propane LP is extremely flammable and when contained explosive when mixed with air Consequently never check for leaks in LP gas lines or appliances with an open flame or sparking devices Do not use any ammoniated or chlorinated household type detergents for bubble testing possible leak sites these detergents may generate fissures or cracks on the metal tubing e g copper and flared fittings e g brass Have your LP gas system leaks repaired ONLY by a qualified service technician do not attempt these yourself Keep the main valve to the LP gas tank closed and all appliances turned off when the motor home is stored If any of the valves do not close
186. ver an electrical shock to anyone coming in contact with the exterior of the unit If you should feel even the slightest of electrical shock immediately disconnect the unit from the 120 VAC power source and locate the electrical fault 1 e typically it is a break in the grounding circuit Do not reconnect the 120 VAC power until after that electrical fault is fixed the grounding circuit must be continuous from the frame to the distribution panel to the power cord and to the earth ground so that electrical shock protection is realized 12 Volt DC VDC Receptacles Your Zephyr Motor Home is equipped with a 12 VDC receptacle conveniently located on the dashboard or bulkhead This 12 VDC receptacle can be used for providing power to various items such as cellular phones or personal computers or portable communications equipment This receptacle is usually found on the bulkhead or on the dashboard i e the connector in Figure 7 12 in front of the passenger s seat so that it is conveniently available to be used by the personnel in the cockpit area Figure 7 12 12 VDC Outlet 7 8 ELECTRICAL FEATURES Ground Fault Circuit Interrupt GFCI Receptacles In the kitchen and bath areas there are 120 VAC GFCI receptacles Figure 7 13 which provide greater protection against inadvertent electrical shocks These specialized GFCI receptacles provide both overload and short citcuit protection for the user The electrical receptacles lo
187. weighing techniques to be used to weigh the O EHE SCWR Sleeping Capacity Weight Rating is the manufacturer s designated vehicle Care Kamine Capacity e equal a CUNA mima ea af e Plan ccc ah or GON water weight including water heater full LP S fic definiti fot the followi inol SCWR weight or this motorhome and any towed tater or towed vahide o pect c dennitions ror e Io owing termino ogy Cargo Carrying Capacity CCC Computation Example M A Weight Ps2 Weigh ka M Minds UVW Unloaded Vehicle Weight 4 204 m Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR can gs Kajalan En Z 2 Es a 5 Minus LP Gas 80 gallons 4 2 Ibs gallon 149 This is the maximum permissible weight of the Tree ernennen aes A anos tongue weight will 1 237 motor home when it 1s fully loaded WARNING Consult Owners Manual s for specific weighing instructions baat Er auxiliary brake requirements for any Revision Date 24 June 2002 Unloaded Vehicle Weight UVW This is z A Figure 1 3 RVIA Weight Label the weight of the motor home as built at the factory with full fuel engine oil and coolants The UVW does not include cargo fresh water LP gas or any dealer installed accessories m Cargo Carrying Capacity CCC This is the maximum weight of all occupants including the driver personal belongings food fresh water waste water LP gas tools tongue weight of towed vehicle if any dealer installed accessories and the like The CCC i
188. will cause serious damage overheating of the wiring and possible ignition of nearby materials resulting in a fire Seven Pin Towing Connector Your Zephyr is equipped with a standard 7 pin connector near the towing hitch at the rear of the motor home to supply the necessary circuitry to control a towed vehicle The wiring of that connector is shown in Figure 7 19 Tail Lic Plato and Running ghts Battery Charge 7 Way Round Connector Bargman Style Extra Aux Circuit Make sure that any cable from the vehicle to be towed is wired correctly to mate stops properly with the connections shown in the Signals connector If in doubt about proper wiring have a qualified service technician Common Eaciie Brakas f Ground Front View Rear View prepare and install the necessary cable to mate with the 7 pin connector on the White Common Ground 4 Black Battery Charge Blue Electric Brakes 5 Red Stop amp L H Turn Signal motor home to assure proper operation Green Tail Lic Plate amp Running Lights 6 Brown Stop amp R H Turn Signal 7 Yellow Extra Aux Terminal subsequently when any vehicle is actually Figure 7 19 Bargman 7 Way Round Towing Connector 7 12 ELECTRICAL FEATURES towed by the motor home When the towed vehicle is uncoupled from the motor home and the cable is disconnected from the 7 pin connector be sure to close the sprine hinged cover plate on the connector to protect the c
189. winterizing the Amana refrigerator the water filters must be removed Please see the owner s manual for the Amana residential refrigerator that will be included in the Owner s Information Package Hydro Hot Heating System For instructions on properly winterizing the Hydro Hot heating system please refer to the specific owner s manual located in the Owner s Information Package De Winterizing 1 To de winterize your motor home open both of the low point drains to allow the antifreeze solution to drain from the water system 2 Next close the low point drains and connect your motor home to the city water system Put water in the freshwater tank and pump at least one gallon through the water pump to remove the antifreeze from the water pump Keep the water heater supply valve closed and the water heater bypass valves open The supply valve for the freshwater tank from the pump must remain closed 3 As in winterizing open the kitchen faucet bath faucet inside and outside showers turning on both the hot and the cold water valves and flushing the toilet until the antifreeze solution is flushed out of the system and the water flow is clear 1436 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Once the system has been flushed open the freshwater tank supply valve from the pump and the icemaker valve Reinstall the optional water filter Be sute to close the fresh water tank drain valves to allow the tank to fill 1437 MAINTENANCE DA
190. y period of storage of the motor home If a low battery condition is noted or the alarm chirps to indicate a low battery Figure 2 8 Smoke Detector Left condition immediately replace the battery It would be prudent to keep replacement batteries in the motor home for any in transit replacements so that the smoke alarm capability is never compromised DO NOT disable the smoke detector for any transient false alarm e g cooking smoke dusty furnace tobacco smoke rather ventilate the motor home with fresh air and the alarm will reset 2 10 DRIVING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Emergency Exit Window In the rear of the motor home there is an emergency exit window Figure 2 9 in the bedroom this window is designed for an emergency exit when it is not practical to exit by the door also an emergency exit in the front of the motor home This window is readily noticeable by its red handle and the red EXIT label on that window To use this window as an emergency exit lift the handle i a and push outward on the window As required the Figure 2 9 Emergency Exit Window window can be closed by pulling the window inwards and then lowering the handle to latch the window back in place When the motor home is to be parked it would be wise to note where this window will be so that this exit won t be blocked e g against a tree pole or wall Parking Procedures To park the motor home in any unfamiliar terrain exa

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