Gulf Stream Nappanee Owner's Manual

Text of Gulf Stream Nappanee User Guide:

• 11 LOADING TIPS After you have determined how much weight you can safely carry and selected those items to make up that weight, make a list and keep it for future reference. Load the motor home and distribute the load so that you get proper weight and weight distribution on the axles. Do not load upper cabinets with heavy items. Secure and brace items so they wo

• Gulf Stream Nappanee, 28 Use only fresh, potable water in the storage tank. To insure that the tank is clean, drain after each trip. Sanitize the tank when new, whenever contamination is suspected, or whenever it has not been used for a long period of time. QUICK FILL WATER SUPPLY Some coaches come equipped with a Quick Fill water supply (FIG 13A) connection for supplying local water and filling the water holding tank. With this system, to fill the water tank connect the water supply hose to the female water hose fitting located inside the waste holding tank compartment. Select “fill” on the blue Quick Fill lever, which may be located on the opposite side of the coach, and tur

• 7 LP GAS HEATING SYSTEM AND LP GAS APPLIANCE SAFETY REGULATIONS The United States Government requires that the manufacturer of this recreational vehicle provide the following safety information that has been provided by the National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA) and the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). The information contained below will also be found,

• 23 BATTERY The motor home has two or more batteries on board. Both are maintained in the same manner. Check the electrolyte fluid levels on a regular basis, especially during hot weather conditions. Refill as necessary with either distilled water or clean tap water in an emergency. DO NOT ALLOW THE FLUID LEVELS IN THE BATTERIES TO FALL BELOW THE

• Gulf Stream Nappanee, 40 INDEX 12-VOLT/110-VOLT…………………………………………….. 20 30-AMP AND 50-AMP 110-VOLT SERVICE………………… 21 A AIR BAG (SUSPENSION) WARNING………………………… 13 AIR CONDITIONER (ROOF)………………………………….. 33 ANTI-LOCKING BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS)………………… 17 APPLIANCES…………………………………………………… 31 AWNING CARE………………………………………………… 37 AWNINGS………………………………………………………. 36 B BATTER

• Gulf Stream Nappanee, 25 LP GAS GENERAL The liquid Petroleum gas system in your unit furnishes fuel for various appliances. It is comprised of propane (LP) gas. LP gas provides an efficient and inexpensive source of energy. The gas is stored in a pressure tank located on or under the chassis of your unit. Under pressure, the LP gas turns to vapor; it is this vapor that burns. Each tank has an automatic eighty percent stop-fill valve that allows space in the tank for vapor expansion. The high pressure of the vapor in the tank is reduced in two stages as it makes its way to your appliance. The tank pressure will vary with temperature and altitude, but it may

• Gulf Stream Nappanee, 31 to act as a vent when flushed, causing severe odors in the vehicle and possibly spraying waste into the interior of the coach. HOLDING TANK FLUSH SYSTEM (OPTIONAL) The optional holding tank flush kit is installed on the gray and black water holding tank system. To use this system, connect a water hose to the flush kit hose located inside the holding tank dump valve compartment. Note that the lever used on this system is not an “on/off” lever, but rather a selector for which tank you wish to flush. After connecting your water hose, turn on the water to begin flushing your tank. For best results

• Gulf Stream Nappanee, 26 FILLING THE LP TANK Make sure that all burners and pilot lights are turned OFF prior to having a gas supplier refill your LP tank. Drive your unit to the LP supplier for filling. Never remove the tank from the unit. The supplier will connect his fill nozzle to your unit’s LP tank FILL VALVE. When the tank is being filled, the service valve must be CLOSED. The 20 percent LIQUID LEVEL GAUGE must be OPEN. The 80 percent STOP FILL VALVE may close the valve before liquid appears at the 20 percent liquid level gauge, but if liquid does appear, stop filling immediately…the tank is filled to its LP capacity. Do not use a wrenc

• Gulf Stream Nappanee, 6 litigation, dispute, mediation, arbitration or any claim whatsoever arising from the sale, purchase, or use of the recreational vehicle shall be those of the State of Manufacture. The State of Manufacture of the recreational vehicle is Indiana. This Limited Warranty gives Purchaser specific legal rights and the Purchaser may also have other rights that may vary from state to state. Gulf Stream is not responsible for any representation or warranty that is not herein stated unless required by applicable state or federal law. Some states may prohibit certain exclusions from ex

• 19 TURBO DIESEL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Turbo charged engines and turbo chargers operate at very high temperatures, which provide the fuel efficiencies, high horsepower, and necessary emission standards. Because of this, the engine must be allowed to build up heat slowly and cool slowly to prevent expansion and contraction of internal engine and turbo charger components. This is

• Gulf Stream Nappanee, 37 WARNING: SOME AWNINGS CONTAIN PINCH POINTS, WHICH IF USED IMPROPERLY CAN CAUSE INJURY. PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL OPERATOR INSTRUCTIONS INCLUDED WITH YOUR AWNING(S). AWNING CARE Be sure to clean off all debris as you roll up your awnings. Periodically wash off the awning fabric with a soapy water solution. Long term exposure to the sun may cause some fading over time, which is normal. Harsh exposure can cause the awning fabric to delaminate. VEHICLE MAINTENANCE Generally, sealants are designed to last more t

• Gulf Stream Nappanee, 39 PRE-TRIP CHECK LIST (AT HOME) EXTERIOR All objects (mirrors, etc.) secure………. Awnings locked…………………………. Tires at proper pressure (spare)………. Wheel lug nuts at proper torque………. (Check for wear and damage) Hitch and hitch ball secure…………….. All exterior lights operational………….. Windshield wipers operational (blades) Batteries charged, fluid level okay…… Fluids topped off…………………

• Gulf Stream Nappanee, 8 PREPARING FOR THE ROAD Approaching the open road in a professional manner As a proud owner and operator of a GULF STREAM motor home you will be commanding one of the larger privately owned vehicles using the nation’s roadways. The only vehicles that will be as large or larger than your “rig” will be trucks and buses of the professional driver. Don’t let the car-like handling characteristics of your new GULF STREAM lull you into a less than vigilant attitude towards highway driving. Your safety, the safety of your passengers and those on the road alongside you depend on

• Gulf Stream Nappanee, 21 Like your home, the vehicle has a 110-volt alternating current (AC) system that requires an external source of 110-volt electricity. A shoreline connection (extension cord) or an optional electrical on-board power generator or an inverter can provide this power. In order to use your 110-volt electrical system, your shoreline (power cord) should be plugged into either a properly rated external power source or the generator should be running, or in some cases the inverter should be turned on. TO CONSERVE BATTE

• Gulf Stream Nappanee, 10 GASOLINE TANK SAFETY WARNING: MODERN FUEL SYSTEMS MAY BUILD UP VAPOR PRESSURE WITHIN THE GASOLINE TANK AS THE GASOLINE WARMS DURING VEHICLE USE AND DURING HOT WEATHER. UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS THE SUDDEN RELEASE OF THIS BUILT-UP PRESSURE BY THE REMOVAL OF THE GASOLINE CAP CAN SPRAY GASOLINE FROM THE FILLER OPENING, CREATING A POTENTIAL HAZARD. WHEN REMOVING THE GASOLINE FILLER CAP, ROTATE IT SLOWLY TO ALLOW ANY INTERNAL PRESSURE TO BE SLOWLY RELEASED. AFTER THE “WHOOSH” OF THE RELEASED PRESSURE PASSES, COMPLETELY REMOVE THE CAP. ALWAYS REPLACE A LOST GAS

• Gulf Stream Nappanee, MOTORHOME OWNER’S MANUAL Nappanee, Indiana GULF STREAMERS INTERNATIONAL RV CLUB APPLICATION – PAGE 42

• Gulf Stream Nappanee, 30 STATION. Most campgrounds and highway rest stops and many gasoline stations are equipped with proper DUMPING STATIONS. NOTE: MOST STATES HAVE LAWS PROHIBITING EMPTYING SEWAGE ANYWHERE BUT AN APPROVED DUMPING STATION. While camping it is normal practice to leave your GRAY WATER HOLDING TANK valve open if your campsite is equipped with sewer hook-up. NEVER leave the BLACK WATER TANK valve open while using the coach. Since the system utilizes gravity to empty, the BLACK WATER TANK will not drain properly unless is has sufficien

• Gulf Stream Nappanee, 1 GULF STREAM COACH MOTOR HOME OWNER’S MANUAL Congratulations! You are the proud owner of a new GULF STREAM COACH, INC. motor home, a remarkable recreational vehicle that has been engineered, tested and built in Indiana to meet your traveling and relaxation needs for many pleasurable years to come. Many thousands of individuals have preceded you onto the highways of America, Canada and Mexico in GULF STREAM vehicles, enjoying the beauty of nature and the companionship of good people. Through personal contacts, both on the road and over the phone, GULF STREAM’S engineering and manufacturing staff has learned a lot about

• Gulf Stream Nappanee, 4 GULF STREAM WARRANTY AND WARRANTY SERVICE GULF STREAM COACH, INC. LIMITED WARRANTY IN THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA For Your Protection And Understanding, Read All Parts Of This Limited Warranty And All Other Warranties Furnished With This Recreational Vehicle. 1. WHAT IS COVERED A new Gulf Stream Coach, Inc. (“Gulf Stream”) motorized recreational vehicle has a limited warranty by Gulf Stream to the initial retail purchaser and subsequent purchasers (“Purchaser”) under normal use, when sold by an authorized Gulf Stream dealer and used for its intended purpose for recreational travel and camping as follows: a) A one (1) year warranty under normal use

• Gulf Stream Nappanee, 27 HOSE REPLACEMENT The flexible LP gas hoses connected to your LP tank should be checked regularly for signs of deterioration and may need to be replaced every two to three years. Be sure to replace the hoses with approved and properly rated products. 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 routine basis to see that it does not become clogged. If dirt, sealant or corrosion clogs the vent, clean it with a toothbrush or similar device. At least once a year have your LP serviceman check the regulator for adjustment and operation. PLUMB

• Gulf Stream Nappanee, 18 vehicle is out of the flow of traffic as much as possible. Shut down the motor. Place transmission into PARK and apply the PARKING BRAKE. Put on your emergency flashers and investigate the problem. NOTE: IT IS A GOOD PRACTIVE TO PLACE FLARES AT INTERVALS SEVERAL YARDS BEHIND THE VEHICLE, ESPECIALLY IF YOU HAVE STOPPED AT A HILL, CROSSING OR CURVE. STAND-UP TRIANGULAR REFLECTORS ARE ALSO QUITE WORKABLE. IF THE VEHICLE IS STOPPED JUST OVER THE RISE OF A HILL OR JUST PAST A CURVE, PLACE FLARES OR REFLECTORS OVER OR AROUND THE OBSTACLE TO WARN ON-COMING TRAFFIC IN PLENTY OF TIME FOR THEM TO SLOW DOWN PRIOR TO REACHING YOUR STOPPING POINT. WARNING: NEVER ATTE

• Gulf Stream Nappanee, 16 EMERGENCY TOWING OF THE MOTOR HOME Extreme care must be taken in the event the unit must be towed as a result of a break down or accident. The motor home should only be towed by a professional towing company. NOTE: THE USE OF A “DOLLY” TYPE TOW DEVICE THAT TOWS THE VEHICLE WITH ITS FRONT WHEELS SECURED ON A SMALL PLATFORM FITTED WITH ITS OWN SET OF WHEELS, OR A WHEEL-LIFT TOWING DEVICE THAT CARRIES THE MOTOR HOME’S FRONT WHEELS IN A “CRADLE” OR “SLING” ARE THE ONLY METHODS RECOMMENDED. USING OTHER METHODS MAY CAUSE SEVERE DAMAGE TO THE MOTOR HOME. PLEASE REFER TO YOUR CHASSIS MANUAL FOR FURTHER

• Gulf Stream Nappanee, 15 • 225 indicates the “contact patch” width. The contact patch is the amount of tire surface that actually comes into contact with the pavement. In this case the width is 225 millimeters wide. • 75 indicates the height to width ratio of the tire. • R identifies the construction type of the tire. R – Radial, B – Bias belted, D – Diagonal Bias. Some tires may have a speed designation label in front of the construction type. Example – MR tires are rated for use up to 81 mph. SR tires up to 112 mph. ZR tires carry the highest speed rating, and are safe for speeds

• Gulf Stream Nappanee, 24 on, as soon as you unplug the coach you will start draining your batteries. Also, if for some reason you loose your shoreline power source without your knowledge, the inverter will automatically take over and after a few hours your batteries could be completely drained. When batteries are drained this low it takes at least 24 hours of slow charging to bring them back to a “charged” status. The inverter is installed as a temporary means of supplying 110 volt power. You can watch TV for several hours, or run small

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