Pacific Coachworks Blaze'n Owner's Manual - Section I

Summary of Blaze'n

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    Limited one year warranty warranty coverage pacific coachworks inc., 3411 n. Perris blvd., perris, ca 92571 (warrantor) warrants to the original consumer purchaser for a period of one (1) year from the date of retail delivery. Pacific coachworks warrants that all parts of our manufacturer are free f...

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    1 table of contents page introduction warranties 3 pacific coachworks warranty 3 appliance and other component warranties 3 delivery checklist 3 important serial numbers 4 section i - rv systems, familiarization & operation lpg (liquefied petroleum gas) system 6 safety precautions 6 tank removal & i...

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    2 page section iii - general information code of ethics 28 helpful hints for the new owner 28 safety considerations 28 the campsite 29 consumption of lp gas 29 condensation 29 dust seepage 30 overhead bunk safety 30 traveling checklists pre travel checklist 30 emergency equipment checklist 30 severe...

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    3 introduction your new pacific coachworks recreational vehicle is an investment in family fun. It has been designed to pro- vide homelike conveniences for your family while you travel and camp. This owner's manual provides helpful suggestions and useful information to help you get max- imum enjoyme...

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    4 check for these items: 1. __________ entry door and dead bolt keys 2. __________ access door keys 3 . _________ lp gas containers _____regulator _____spud nut assemblies 4. __________ tow vehicle cord connector 5. __________ sewer hose adapter 6. __________ fire extinguisher 7. All instruction and...

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    5 section i rv systems, familiarization & operation.

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    6 section i rv systems, familiarization & operation lpg (liquefied petroleum gas) system the furnace, range/oven, water heater and refrigerator all operate on lpg caution: lpg is a colorless and highly flammable gas which could cause suffocation or explosion. It has been treated chemically to give i...

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    7  never over tighten the tank outage valve. It must only be finger tight.  please read all sections regarding lpg in your vehicle owner’s manual and owner’s manuals provided by appliance manufacturers. If you smell gas 1. Extinguish any open flames, pilot lights and all smoking materials. 2. Do n...

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    8 some precautions you can take to prevent freeze-up are: i. Keep the tank service valve closed when the tank is not in use or is empty; 2. Have the tanks purged by an authorized lp gas service station; 3. Have an approved antifreeze (such as anhydrous methanol) injected into the tanks. Warning neve...

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    9 this happens the flame will burn cooler and produce carbon-rich black smoke (indicating incomplete burning). If left unattended for long periods of time, the gas orifice will clog with carbon and appliance components can be dam- aged. At higher altitude, less air is available to mix with the gas a...

  • Page 12: If You Smell Gas:

    10 if you smell gas: 1. Extinguish any open flames, pilot lights and all smoking materials. 2. Do not touch electrical switches. 3. Shut off the gas supply at the tank valve(s) or gas supply connection. 4. Open doors and other ventilating openings. 5. Leave the area until odor clears. 6. Have the ga...

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    11 city water connection. To use city water, simply con- nect a water hose from the campground, rv park or other outside water source to the 3/4" swivel female water hose service connector fitting located on left side (or back) of your vehicle. A plug is provided with this fitting to close it off wh...

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    12 waste drainage system all pacific coachworks recreational vehicles feature a fully self-contained sewage system. The rv system functions very similar to a house system. It consists of trapped and vented drain lines from each inside plumbing fixture, a vented solid waste (or toilet) holding tank, ...

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    13 to help prevent clogging in the holding tanks (espe- cially the toilet tank) and termination drain lines and to maintain the system in good working order, follow these suggestions:  use only bio-degradable toilet tissue or toilet tissue made especially for septic tank or rv sewer systems;  do n...

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    14 all of these circuits are protected by fuses and/or type ii circuit breakers. The fuses protect the individual circuits inside the rv and are located on the 12 volt side of the distribution panel board (power center). The type ii breakers protect the 12 volt wiring between the source (tow vehicle...

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    15 note: the gfci device does not prevent electric shock, does not protect a person who comes in contact with both " hot " and neutral sides of the circuit, and does not protect against electrical circuit overloads. Test the gfci at least once a month if operating con- tinuously on 120 volt power or...

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    16 if battery connections are reversed it will blow-out the converter fuse(s) so be sure to check battery connections. Power converters produce a lot of heat and generally have a fan that goes on during heavy use of electrical equipment in the trailer. Electronic over current shut-down. The converte...

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    17 section ii towing and loading.

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    18 section ii towing & loading your towing equipment, its adjustments and how you load your trailer will have a large impact on your trailer towing stability and handling. The following guidelines will help you select, adjust and operate your equipment in a manner that will help produce acceptable t...

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    19 warning follow the hitch manufacturer's instructions for adjusting the weight distributing hitch. Over tightening of the hitch spring bars will reduce cor- nering and stopping ability. Fifth wheel hitch trailers. Use a fifth wheel hitch assembly sized for a 2" sae kingpin and rated not less than ...

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    20 the weight of the trailer can more than double the load to be stopped. Always use the automatic synchronized braking provided by the brake controller. Breakaway switch. The breakaway switch on your pacific coachworks recreational vehicle is located near the hitch. This switch automatically activa...

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    21 steer and are subjected to high side loads whenever the trailer makes a turn, especially a tight turn. This may tend to gradually loosen wheel nuts. Hubs. The hubs rotate on the axle spindles by means of wheel bearing. Pacific coachworks recommends the wheel bearings on your trailer be cleaned an...

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    22 remember to consider your roof vents, roof rack, antennas, and air conditioner when you are figu r ing vertical clearance. 11. When pulling up to or away from a curb, watch for obstructions beyond the cu r b because the front and rear of the trailer can swing wider than the tow vehicle. Avoid par...

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    23 keep the tow vehicle following in line with the trailer. This will work along a curved line as well as a straight line. Large steering wheel movements may cause the trailer to jackknife, possibly causing damage to the trailer and tow vehicle. Parking. When parking on a grade, use wheel chocks to ...

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    24 rvia trailer weight information label: this label is located inside on the back of a cabinet door over the kitchen sink area. The label is identified by model and v.I.N. The gvwr is reprinted on this label. Trailer weight and capacity information for this specific recreational vehicle are listed ...

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    27 section iii general information.

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    28 section iii general information code of ethics all recreational vehicles owners share a common set of values and standards because we are all judged by the actions of each other. The recreational code of ethics is as follows: when camping, i will... 1. Dispose of sewage in recommended places only...

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    29 pacific coachworks recreational vehicles are designed for temporary shelter purposes. Trailers are not designed for the transportation of people, and many laws forbid their use for such purposes. Pacific coachworks recommends that all passengers be carried only in the motor vehicle towing your tr...

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    30 6. If your trailer is washer/dryer equipped, be sure the exhaust hose is vented properly to the outside. 7. Consider using a dehumidifier. Dust seepage. Travel over unpaved, ungraded or rough roads inevitably generates quantities of dust which has a way of leaking into trailers. The problem can b...

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    31 also, a strong wind can bend the awning arms even if the awning is anchored to the ground. Keep the awning rolled up if there are strong winds in the area, at night, or when you are away from the trailer. In addition, rain or snow collecting in the awning can bend the roller and support mechanism...

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    32 rubber roof periodically wash the roof with soap and water. Warning: rubber roof material is slippery when wet. If a tear or puncture should occur, see your dealer for the appropriate repair kit. Use only compatible rubber roof material, adhesive, and sealant when repairing tears or punctures. In...

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    33 warning: never use ethylene glycol automotive type anti-freeze or windshield washer anti-freeze in the trailer water system. These could be harmful or fatal if swallowed. Anti-freezing procedure. To winterize your trailer yourself, follow these guidelines: 1. Thoroughly drain and rinse the toilet...

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    34 national highway traffic safety administration (nhtsa) statement if you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, immediately notify the national highway traffic safety administration in addition to notifying pacific coachworks if nhtsa recei...