Open Range Recreational Vehicle Maintenance Manual

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• Open Range Recreational Vehicle, 5 B. Repack Bearings Before repacking bearings, take bearings out of hub and wash all old grease and grime out of bearings and hub with solvent cleaner. Use a high temperature, automotive type wheel bearing grease produced by a reputable manufacturer. The soap type should be lithium pomplex or equivalent. Use NLGI Grade 2 product with a minimum dropping point of 440°F. Repack by hand or bearing packer. Grease must be fully forced into cavities between rollers, cone, and cage of bearings. Repack by hand or bearing packer. Always replace bearings and races as a set. Install races (new h

• Open Range Recreational Vehicle, 10 To prevent the possibility of a person slipping on the steps: 1. Lubricate ONLY the pivot points 2. Wipe off any excess lubricant and clean the step carefully to be sure no excess lubricant is on the step assembly. ! CAUTION NOTE: Paint on axles and springs is only a primer coat. You may wish to repaint as part of normal maintenance.

• Open Range Recreational Vehicle, Maintenance Manual This booklet has been designed and written to supply information regarding maintenance requirements for all makes and models built by Open Range RV Company. As the owner of a new Open Range product, it is important to recognize the importance of performing routine maintenance during the warranty period. Just like oil changes in your tow vehicle – if proper maintenance is not performed the warranty coverage can be denied; this also applies to your recreational vehicle. On the reverse side of the customer delivery sheet is the warranty coverage information. Note the twelve (12)

• Open Range Recreational Vehicle, 12 4. EXTERIOR ROOF Two types of roof material are used on Open Range products. Aluminum material is a smooth mill-nish requiring little care. Washing with soap and water plus rinsing should sufce. There is no hard substrate material underneath and aluminum will show slight waves due to sun and heat causing expansion of the aluminum material. Rubber roong is a vinyl/plastic mixture called “TPO” (Thermo Plastic Olens) or EPDM full rubber cover. The proper care, cleaning and maintenance of your TPO roong is quite simple because of the basic properties and longevity of the material itself. Period

• 27 7. WINDOW MINI BLINDS (Kitchen Window) Blinds and rails are made of pre-painted aluminum metal. Clean these blinds by using a soft damp cloth or sponge to remove dust. Blind can be removed from mounting brackets for additional or extensive washing. Some professional dry cleaners have equipment to clean these shades and immerse them in a liquid cleaner. 8. DAY FABRIC SHADES To clean

• Open Range Recreational Vehicle, 4 It is important to maintain proper torque to provide safe and secure attachment of the wheel to the hub/drum. Be sure to use wheel nuts that are compatible with the coin of the wheel. Improperly torqued wheel nuts can cause the wheel to separate from the wheel mounting surface during operation. This could result in property damage, serious injury, or loss of life. ! Fastener Torque WARNING 7. A XLES The axle beam (tube) itself requires no maintenance unless it has become bent, causing unusual tire wear, camber or toe in/out. If this occurs the beam needs to be replaced or realigned to prevent continuous tire wear. Special alignment equipment is required

• Open Range Recreational Vehicle, 9 B. Shackles Bolts and shackle plates need to be inspected twice per travel season or more if traveling consistently. Bolts are not expected to turn which causes nylon bushings inside of the spring eye to wear rapidly, causing the holes in shackles to wear oblong. When this condition occurs you MUST replace bolts and shackles. Bolts have ridges next to the head, not visible in installed position. When assembling the bolts it is very important to prevent the bolt from turning which will cause damage. Turn the lock nut(s) only. Heavy duty shackle kits are available with brass bushings and greasable zerks on the bolt heads. Your dealer can assist you wi

• Open Range Recreational Vehicle, 1 Chapter I – Undercarriage Your Open Range recreational vehicle is designed to be as maintenance free as possible. However, all moveable vehicles require some care to reduce the possibility of unwanted breakdowns during travel. Maintenance of your RV may not seem necessary at the time of purchase, yet it is very important to keep your coach in it’s best condition for your enjoyment. Normal maintenance is required to maintain warranty coverage, reduce wear, and prolong the life of your coach. 1. FRAME The steel frame on your Open Range recreational vehicle is clea

• Open Range Recreational Vehicle, 17 A fully charged battery will measure at 1.265 specic gravity. A discharged battery will measure at 1.120 specic gravity or 11.7 volts DC. A hydrometer is required to measure “specic gravity.” Most batteries with deep cycle rating require water to be added as needed. This depends on the amount of draw time that your converter is in operation. Use distilled water if possible as it is nearly mineral free. Not keeping batteries charged will result in shorter life expectancy. Be sure to keep terminals clean at all times to ensure good contact.

• Open Range Recreational Vehicle, 28 13. FURNITURE Upholstered items such as recliners, swivel rockers, rocker recliners, sofas and other free standing pieces may be cleaned by frequent vacuuming or light brushing to remove dust and to prevent overall soiling. On some spots you may wish to use a detergent soap and water to attempt to clean a spot. If it fails you may need to seek the service of a professional cleaner. 14. WINDOWS On window(s) which have opening sliders or awning panel, there are “weep or drain” holes at lower sections of frame extrusions, generally at the end of e

• Open Range Recreational Vehicle, 26 under your hot dishes. To clean your tops use cleaning detergents, such as, 409, Fantastic or a bleach-water solution. DO NOT use any abrasive cleaner on the top. When pouring boiling or scalding water into sink we suggest running cold water at the same time to avoid too much heat in the sink. For the sink bowl, use a beach-water solution, using 1/4 to 1/2 cup of bleach with sink lled to top with water. Let stand for 15-30 minutes. Sink has a different surface and you may use an abrasive cleaner, such

• Open Range Recreational Vehicle, Open Range RV Company “Enjoy the Journey” We congratulate you on your purchase of an Open Range recreational vehicle. You have chosen a quality built recreational vehicle which should provide you with many years of camping memories and fun. The recreational vehicle you have purchased has been inspected by our trained inspectors and fully meets our high quality standards. As the owner of a new Open Range recreational vehicle, you can rest assured that we will do all we can to keep you a “happy camper.” Naturally, your selling dealership is always happy to help you with any questions y

• 21 2. Use warm water with a mild soap to clean grates, cook top, and painted or porcelain surfaces. DO NOT use a soap which contains ammonia. 3. DO NOT use abrasive cleaning pads, steel wool or abrasive soap, to clean any surface because of potential scratching of these items. 4. Should any burner parts or orice become plugged up, use special care: a. If you us

• 29 last for 30 days, but you should replace the battery immediately once the unit starts “beeping” (“the low battery warning). • Replace you Smoke Alarms at least every 10 years. This includes models with 10-year batteries (SA-668LL and SA-668SLL). Manufactured date code is on the back of the alarm. 16. PROPANE AND C.O. DETECTOR – COMBO: HOW TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR ALARM This CO/

• Open Range Recreational Vehicle, 11 Chapter II – Exterior 1. METAL Aluminum skin is pre-painted as prepared from supplier with polyester automotive paint nish. To clean, use a mild detergent soap and water. Use an automotive type of wax or polish; same as you may use on your tow vehicle. By waxing your RV once per year, it retains its nice, new appearance. 2. FIBERGLASS Several different types of berglass components are used in Open Range recreational vehicles: a. Front and rear caps are built in a mold, using gel type of berglass components. b. For sidewalls, there are two types used – “Gel coat” and “Lamulux

• Open Range Recreational Vehicle, TABLE OF CONTENTS Chapter I – Undercarriage Frame .............................................1 Coupler ...........................................1 Stabilizer Jacks .....................................1 Jacks .............................................2 Tires ..............................................2 Wheels ............................................3 Axles .............................................4 Brakes ............................................6 Springs/Shackles ....................................8 Steps .............................................9 Chapter II – Exterior Metal ............................................

• Open Range Recreational Vehicle, MAINTENANCE CHART First Year Second Year I. UNDERCARRIAGE Date Date Wheel Bearings Inspected Repacked Lug Nuts Torqued Inspected Tightened Brake Shoes Inspected Adjusted Shackles Inspected Lubricated Steps Lubricated Lubricated II. EXTERIOR Metal Washed Waxed Fiberglass Washed Waxed Roof Inspected Sealed Roof Seams Inspected Sealed Corner Moldings Inspected Sealed Windows Inspected Sealed Slide Out Inspected Sealed III. OPERATING SYSTEMS

• Open Range Recreational Vehicle, 7 Improper brake adjustment can result in reduced brake performance or loss of brakes. Reduced brake performance can lead to property damage, serious personal injury, or loss of life. ! WARNING A. Brake Shoes While the hub/drum is removed the brake shoes also require full inspection for: 1. Normal wear - 1/16” is minimum. 2. Cracking from heat - Hairline heat ssures are not uncommon in bonded shoes and pose no cause for concern. If there are any questions concerning the severity of cracking, consult with an expert. If the lining is w

• Open Range Recreational Vehicle, 25 Chapter V – Interior 1. PANELING Wall panels in your Open Range recreational vehicle are manufactured with vinyl glued to luan panels. To clean, use a mild solution of soap and water with a sponge or soft cloth. DO NOT use any abrasive cleaner as scratching of vinyl could occur, causing dull colors and scratches. Avoid cleaners with bleach. For stubborn dirt and stains you may need a stronger all-purpose spray cleaner. Should deep scratches occur, you may wish to use putty sticks, polish and furniture wax to cover them. Use with care, knowing such repairs canno

• Open Range Recreational Vehicle, 8 Resurfacing the Brake Drum A standard drum lathe may be used to machine the drum surface. Do not exceed the maximum diameter cast into the brake drum. The drum should be replaced if it must be bored more than the maximum diameter cast in the brake drum. Armature surface machining is a difcult process with most drum lathes and is not recommended. If it resurfaced it should be machined to a 120 micro inch nish and must have 0.060” above the stud heads. Do not remove more than 0.030” of material. Be sure to remove any metallic

• Open Range Recreational Vehicle, 16 Remember – the more you rinse tanks, the cleaner they will be to avoid incorrect readings on probes and gauges on the monitor panel system. Flush Kit – Option Kit to ush black water holding tank is available on most models is designed to maintain and clean your tank. Never attempt to ush tank until it is empty of water and solids. 3. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM A. 120 Volt AC Turn off all breakers, plug coach into 120 volt AC, shore power, turn on 30 or 50 amp main breaker and then each breaker following. This procedure indicates your 120V system is working

• Open Range Recreational Vehicle, 24 Cleaning and/or changing the lters: 1. Disengage the two 1/4-turn fasteners that secure the ceiling assembly grille to the ceiling assembly (see gure). 2. Lower the grille and lters from the ceiling assembly. 3. Take lters out and either clean or exchange with other lters (see gure). 4. If the vehicle is equipped with a ush mount ceiling assembly, remove the four return air grill screws. Remove lter from grill and either clean or exchange with new lters. NOTE: If replacement lters are necessary, the lters can be purchased from most RV Products Authorized Service Centers. It is recommended that spare lters be carried w

• 23 3. Door seal should always be tight and not leak air. Place a piece of paper (or a dollar bill) between the door gasket and frame. Close the door and pull the paper out. You should feel a slight drag between the gasket and cabinet. Do this on all four sides, both top and bottom door. • If you do not feel a slight drag on the paper, the door does not

• Open Range Recreational Vehicle, 30 DO NOT USE A CIGARETTE LIGHTER TO TEST THE CO/ PROPANE GAS ALARM. Butane gas may damage the sensors. ! WARNING DO NOT attempt to test the alarm by any other means than by using the TEST/RESET button. DO NOT attempt to produce CO – to test the alarm. The TEST/RESET button tests all functions of the alarm and is the ONLY safe way to be sure the alarm is working properly. The alarm may be tested at any time—The TEST/Mute switch is located on the front of the alarm Press and hold the test button for 1 second. The Alarm is working

• Open Range Recreational Vehicle, 6 8. BRAKES The brakes on your coach are 10” or 12” in diameter depending on the weight of the trailer. They function from 12 volt DC power supplied through brake control from your tow vehicle. These brakes are NOT self-adjusting. You will need to adjust brakes manually as outlined in the next several pages or have your selling dealer perform this operation. When a coach’s brake system is new, the brake shoes and drum are not completely meshed together. This rst adjustment should

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