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3 www.Livinlite.Com my livin’ lite notes: tip: always start your notes with the date. __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________...
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4 quicksilver table of contents key information .............................................................................6 customer information update...........................................................8 pre-trip check list ....................................................................
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5 www.Livinlite.Com dear valued customer, congratulations! And thank you for your business. This owner’s manual outlines the livin’ lite recreational vehicles, inc. One year bumper-to-hitch limited warranty. We encourage you to follow the product delivery inspection procedures with your selling deal...
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6 quicksilver key information important facts: if you are traveling or move, any authorized dealer may provide service. Keep your warranty registration form with the vehicle at all times since it must be presented for warranty service. This form is your proof of purchase and provides the date of ret...
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7 www.Livinlite.Com key information to have on hand (livin’ lite customer should fill out): all warranty work needs to be completed during the term of the warranty. Warranty beginning date: ______/______/_____ warranty ending date: _____/_____/_____ vin#: _________________________ note: all service ...
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8 quicksilver customer information update form livin’ lite recreational vehicles, inc. Strives to keep the most accurate and current customer information in its files in order to maintain good customer relations. If you bought this unit new, we have your information from the warranty registration fo...
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9 www.Livinlite.Com identification information in the event of theft, it is important to be able to properly identify your property. It is recommended that you write your camper serial number inside a cabinet or behind a drawer. You should also keep a copy of the following information at home. This ...
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Quicksilver 10 pre-trip checklist (at home) read and understand owner’s manual? _____ if not, please do so now. Interior: take out stabilizer bar in roof _____ unhook hoses to sink (when applicable) _____ lower galley cabinet _____ lower the dinette table _____ take down lights/fan and store _____ t...
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11 www.Livinlite.Com important safety information this guide has been provided by livin’ lite recreational vehicles, inc. For the purpose of providing instructions about the operation and maintenance of this vehicle and its components. The only warranty offered by livin’ lite recreational vehicles, ...
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Quicksilver 12 please pay careful attention to the following cautions and warnings: i warning propane containers must not be placed or stored inside the vehicle. Propane containers are equipped with safety devices, which relieve excessive pressure by discharging gas to the atmosphere. I warning it i...
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13 www.Livinlite.Com dispute resolution procedures negotiation, mediation, and arbitration. Any dispute arising out of or relating to the sale or use of this rv, including any disagreements regarding application of the limited warranty (a “dispute”) shall be resolved as follows: a. Owner and livin’ ...
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Quicksilver 14 coverage provided: general your new trailer, including the plumbing and electrical systems installed by the manufacturer, is warranted under normal use to be free from manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from date of purchase by the original ...
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15 www.Livinlite.Com if a problem occurs which the owner believes is covered by this warranty, the owner shall contact the selling dealer, or other authorized dealer, giving them sufficient information to resolve the matter. The owner is also responsible for inspecting and maintaining sealants or se...
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Quicksilver 16 also excluded from warranty: the following items are not covered by any warranty. Livin’ lite recreational vehicles, inc. Makes no warranty regarding the following items: 1. Tires and batteries, and other equipment, which are covered by the separate warranties of the respective manufa...
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17 www.Livinlite.Com dealer’s obligations: by agreement with the manufacturer, the dealer is obligated to maintain the trailer prior to retail sale, to perform a detailed pre-delivery inspection and to make any repairs necessary to correct defects in material or workmanship. 1. Maintain the trailer ...
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Quicksilver 18 hitching & loading hitches you should become comfortable hooking up your trailer with practice. There are several types of trailer hitches available. Be certain to use the one recommended by your tow vehicle manufacturer and that meets the weight requirements of your trailer. Quicksil...
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19 www.Livinlite.Com dangers of overloading during the design and development of our trailers, the number and size of storage compartments and the liquid tank capacities are maximized for value and convenience. However, be mindful that if the holding tank is filled to capacity, and all storage compa...
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Quicksilver 20 loading instructions whether you start out for a weekend jaunt or a longer trip, the first thing you are going to do is load such items as food, clothing, bedding and recreational equipment. As you become experienced in trailer living, you will learn what is necessary and what merely ...
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21 www.Livinlite.Com when going downhill, use the same procedure as going uphill; the compression of your car’s engine will help to slow your whole rig safely. Avoid conditions that require excessive and prolonged use of your brakes. Apply and release brakes at short intervals to give them a chance ...
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Quicksilver 22 wheel nut torque proper wheel nut torque is essential to safe and dependable towing. The wheel and axle systems used in trailers are similar in many ways to those used in cars and tow vehicles, but they differ in several important ways. These differences require special attention to w...
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23 www.Livinlite.Com torque stages 12-inch wheel 1 st stage 20-25 ft/lbs 2 nd stage 35-40 ft/lbs 3 rd stage 50-75 ft/lbs note: use a torque wench to tighten lug nuts. Tightening by hand or with an impact wrench is not recommended. Torque to: 75 ft/lbs 1. Start all lug nuts by hand to prevent cross t...
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Quicksilver 24 braking, tires & wheels the tires should be checked before starting on every trip. Check them regularly and keep inflated to recommended pressures. The recommended tire pressure is on the side of the tire. Rotate tires at least once every 5,000 miles or as recommended by the tire manu...
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25 www.Livinlite.Com never mix radial, bias belted or bias type tires. Never mix brands. This can adversely affect vehicle handling and stability. Use only the tire size that is listed on the safety compliance certification label. If you have a question about the label, please call livin’ lite recre...
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Quicksilver 26 power system shown here is the 30-amp service connection on your unit. I caution make sure your power supply is properly grounded! If your power supply to the trailer is not grounded you will experience a dangerous shock when standing on the ground and touching a metal portion of your...
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27 www.Livinlite.Com electrical system your electrical system is a combination 12- volt and 110-volt system, every facet carefully engineered and installed to comply with the “national electric code”. The combination system consists of: 1. 12-volt automotive system – dc. 2. 110-volt outside power so...
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Quicksilver 28 plumbing system fresh water when your quicksilver gets a kitchen base, you will have plumbing lines to run water to the sink from either the blue jug located in the base of the kitchen, or from the outside water hook- up (where a hose will be utilized). When the base is set up, simply...
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29 www.Livinlite.Com lp gas system the liquid propane (lp) gas system is designed and built to rigid standards and tested before leaving the factory. Your dealer also tests the system prior to customer delivery. Lp gas, when properly handled, is a clean burning, dependable fuel for all your lp gas a...
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Quicksilver 30 e note your dealer is responsible for a thorough lp gas system check prior to delivery. Do not accept the unit until this check has been completed . Except for simple maintenance and occasionally lighting a connection, you should take your unit to an authorized dealer for lp gas probl...
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31 www.Livinlite.Com lp gas lines the primary manifold is located under the unit. Copper tubing with flare fittings are used as secondary lines running to the gas appliances. Should any lines ever rupture, never attempt to splice them. A new line should always be installed. We recommend any lp gas l...
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Quicksilver 32 operation to operate any lp gas appliance, the lp gas tank’s service valve must be open. When first used, or after a refill, there may be some air in the gas lines that will escape when the range burner or similar gas valve is opened. The air may extinguish the match or igniter the fi...
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33 www.Livinlite.Com regulator vent maintenance since the lp gas regulator is equipped with a vent that allows the system to “breathe,” you must check it on a frequent basis to see that it does not become clogged. If dirt, sealant or corrosion clogs the vent, clean it with a toothbrush or similar de...
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Quicksilver 34 effects of prolonged occupancy your trailer was designed primarily for recreational use and short-term occupancy and has not been designed for full time living. If you expect to occupy the trailer for an extended period, despite our efforts, be prepared to deal with condensation and t...
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35 www.Livinlite.Com care and maintenance winterizing: one of the chief complaints from owners of pop-up campers is the molding and mildewing of the canvas material during winter months while the unit is in storage. To solve this troublesome issue, the quicksilver has been designed to allow you to r...
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Quicksilver 36 the outside and work inward to avoid spreading it further. Some stains or soils are extremely difficult or impossible to remove completely. These should receive immediate, professional attention. Spills, spots, stains or soils are the responsibility of the owner and are not covered by...
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37 www.Livinlite.Com cleaning tonneau: if the tonneau cover becomes dirty, wipe down with a sponge and mild soapy water. Follow up with an application of armor all ultra shine protectant for a shiny black finish. Cleaning undercarriage: corrosive materials, such as those used for ice, snow and dust ...
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Quicksilver 38 set-up and take-down instructions introduction as of the printing of this informative brochure, livin’ lite has produced a number of different models, each with its own unique tent and set up. The following tent set-up instructions are common to the 8.0 and 10.0 quicksilver campers. T...
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39 www.Livinlite.Com 4. Check the level of the trailer with a carpenter’s level both crosswise and lengthwise on the trailer floor. Acceptable level is when the bubble is within the marked area of the bubble level. 5. After stabilizing the trailer, be sure the trailer frame is not twisted, buckled, ...
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Quicksilver 40 roll: then proceed to roll the cover forward, keeping it as straight as possible. Store: after rolling the tonneau cover, attach it to the front of the unit with the two straps provided. They hold the cover in place while camping. Attach support poles to bottom brackets once the tonne...
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41 www.Livinlite.Com once you are certain that the bimini poles are clear of the box, grasp the very top bimini pole, along with the tent, pull up and walk slowly toward that bunk end. The bimini poles will swivel upward and travel with you as you walk the tent to the end of the bunk. Now wrap the t...
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Quicksilver 42 hook-up the water lines your kitchen base will have plumbing lines to run water to the sink from either the blue jug located in the base of the kitchen, or from the outside water hook-up (where a hose will be utilized). When the base is set up, simply go to the back side of the camper...
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43 www.Livinlite.Com closing the unit: zip up windows be sure to zip all windows and shades closed prior to closing the unit. Closing the unit is much easier without extra material causing unnecessary bulk. Break down the dinette remove the dinette table and fold the legs into their storage position...
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Quicksilver 44 fold bunk ends with the tent inside the box, you can now go to one of the bunk ends (it doesn’t matter which one first) and unhook the support poles from the bottom of the bunk. Then, with a partner, carefully lift bunk base up towards vertical, keeping your hands on it at all times, ...
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