Winnebago Impulse Manuel utilisateur

TABLE OF CONTENTS

5 - DASH / AUTO

Rev. 1112110502 Part No. 161500-11-002

1 – INTRODUCTION

About this Manual ............................................................................................................................ 1-1

Safety Messages Used in this Manual .............................................................................................. 1-1

Pre-Delivery Inspection .................................................................................................................... 1-2

Front Axle Tire Alignment ............................................................................................................... 1-2

Service and Assistance ...................................................................................................................... 1-2

Reporting Safety Defects .................................................................................................................. 1-2

Occupant and Cargo Carrying Capacity Label ................................................................................. 1-3

Vehicle Certification Label ............................................................................................................... 1-4

specifications and Capacities ............................................................................................................ 1-5

Owner and Vehicle Information ....................................................................................................... 1-6

2011 New Vehicle Limited Warranty ............................................................................................... 1-7

2 – SAFETY AND PRECAUTIONS

General Warnings ............................................................................................................................. 2-1

Driving Safety ................................................................................................................................... 2-1

Fuel and Propane Gas ....................................................................................................................... 2-1

LP Gas Leaks .................................................................................................................................... 2-2

Propane Gas Leak Detector .............................................................................................................. 2-2

Carbon Monoxide Warning .............................................................................................................. 2-3

Carbon Monoxide Alarm .................................................................................................................. 2-3

Smoke Alarm .................................................................................................................................... 2-4

Fire Extinguisher ............................................................................................................................... 2-4

Electrical ........................................................................................................................................... 2-5

Loading ............................................................................................................................................. 2-5

Maintenance ...................................................................................................................................... 2-5

Emergency Exits ............................................................................................................................... 2-5

Power Sofas and Beds ....................................................................................................................... 2-6

Slideout Rooms ................................................................................................................................. 2-7

Formaldehyde Information ............................................................................................................... 2-7

Mold, Moisture, and Your Motor Home ........................................................................................... 2-7

Roof and Ladders .............................................................................................................................. 2-8

Roadside Emergency ........................................................................................................................ 2-9

Jump Starting .................................................................................................................................. 2-10

Engine Overheat ............................................................................................................................. 2-10

3 – DRIVING YOUR MOTOR HOME

Seats – Driver/Co-Pilot ..................................................................................................................... 3-1

Fold-Down Dinette Seat ................................................................................................................... 3-1

Seat Belts .......................................................................................................................................... 3-1

Child Restraints ................................................................................................................................. 3-2

Table Of Contents

Keys .................................................................................................................................................. 3-3

Hazard Warning Flashers .................................................................................................................. 3-3

Mirrors – Power Sideview Exterior .................................................................................................. 3-3

Mirrors – Power Sideview Exterior .................................................................................................. 3-4

Battery Boost Switch ........................................................................................................................ 3-5

Air Conditioner/Heater – Automotive (Dash) .................................................................................. 3-5

Radio In-Dash/Rearview Monitor System ........................................................................................ 3-5

Radio – In-Dash ................................................................................................................................ 3-7

Sirius® Plug and Play Satellite Radio .............................................................................................. 3-7

Engine Access – Interior ................................................................................................................... 3-8

Engine Cooling System .................................................................................................................... 3-8

Tires .................................................................................................................................................. 3-8

Suspension Alignment and Tire Balance ..........................................................................................3-9

Air Springs – Rear Helper ................................................................................................................ 3-9

Lights .............................................................................................................................................. 3-10

4 – APPLIANCES AND SYSTEMS

Refrigerator ....................................................................................................................................... 4-1

Refrigerator Service Access Compartment .......................................................................................4-2

Range and Oven ................................................................................................................................ 4-2

Microwave Oven ............................................................................................................................... 4-3

Range Hood ...................................................................................................................................... 4-4

Systems Monitor Panel ..................................................................................................................... 4-4

Water Heater - Gas/ Electric ............................................................................................................. 4-5

Water Heater - Gas/ Electric ............................................................................................................. 4-6

Pressure-Temperature Relief Valve .................................................................................................. 4-7

Propane Gas Furnace ........................................................................................................................ 4-8

Propane Gas Furnace ........................................................................................................................ 4-9

Furnace-A/C Thermostat Operation Chart ......................................................................................4-10

Ducted Roof Air Conditioning System ........................................................................................... 4-10

Air Conditioner Filter ..................................................................................................................... 4-11

5 – PROPANE GAS

Propane Gas Supply .......................................................................................................................... 5-1

Safe Use of the Propane Gas System ................................................................................................ 5-2

Propane Gas Warnings and Precautions ...........................................................................................5-3

Propane Gas Pressure Regulator ....................................................................................................... 5-4

Propane Vaporization in Cold Weather ............................................................................................ 5-5

6 – ELECTRICAL

Electrical Cautions ............................................................................................................................ 6-1

Electrical System – House 120-Volt AC ..........................................................................................6-1

External Power Cord ......................................................................................................................... 6-1

Power Center ..................................................................................................................................... 6-2

Circuit Breakers – House 120-Volt AC ............................................................................................ 6-3

Electrical Outlets – House 120-Volt AC .......................................................................................... 6-4

Table Of Contents

Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter ....................................................................................................... 6-4

Electrical Generator – 120-Volt ........................................................................................................ 6-4

Electrical System – House 12-Volt DC ............................................................................................ 6-5

House/Coach Battery Disconnect Switch ......................................................................................... 6-6

Battery Access .................................................................................................................................. 6-6

Battery Care ...................................................................................................................................... 6-7

Circuit Breakers and Fuses – House 12-Volt DC ............................................................................. 6-8

7 – PLUMBING

Fresh Water System .......................................................................................................................... 7-1

Water Pump ...................................................................................................................................... 7-2

Disinfecting Your Fresh Water System ............................................................................................ 7-3

Shower Hose Vacuum Breaker ......................................................................................................... 7-4

Exterior Shower/Wash Station .......................................................................................................... 7-4

Toilet ................................................................................................................................................. 7-4

Drainage System (P-Traps) ............................................................................................................... 7-5

Waste Water System ......................................................................................................................... 7-5

Waste Water System - Waste Pump ................................................................................................. 7-6

Holding Tank Heater ........................................................................................................................ 7-9

WaterLine & Tank Drain Valves ...................................................................................................... 7-9

Water Heater Bypass Valve ............................................................................................................ 7-10

Winterizing Procedure .................................................................................................................... 7-10

Water System Drain Valve Locations ............................................................................................ 7-15

8 – ENTERTAINMENT

Video Selection System .................................................................................................................... 8-1

Front TV Ignition Switch Interlock .................................................................................................. 8-2

Swing-Out TV Mounts ..................................................................................................................... 8-2

TV/DVD Master Power Switch (12-Volt) ........................................................................................ 8-2

Audio-Video System Basic Operation .............................................................................................. 8-2

DVD Home Theater System ............................................................................................................. 8-2

Flip-Down Screen Video Players ..................................................................................................... 8-4

Electrical Inverter ............................................................................................................................. 8-5

TV Antenna ....................................................................................................................................... 8-6

TV Signal Amplifier ......................................................................................................................... 8-7

Cable TV Hook-Up ........................................................................................................................... 8-7

Exterior Cable TV - 12V Connection ............................................................................................... 8-7

TV Digital Satellite System Wiring .................................................................................................. 8-8

9 – FURNITURE AND SOFTGOODS

Sleeping Facilities ............................................................................................................................. 9-1

Front Overhead Bunk ........................................................................................................................ 9-1

Sofa/Bed Conversion ........................................................................................................................ 9-2

Dinette/Bed Conversion .................................................................................................................... 9-3

Dinette/Bed Conversion .................................................................................................................... 9-4

1-4

Dinette Conversion ........................................................................................................................... 9-5

Comfort Sofa Sleeper ........................................................................................................................ 9-5

Roller Shades (Manual) - Solar Day/Night .......................................................................................9-9

Wood Furniture and Cabinetry ......................................................................................................... 9-9

10 – SLIDEOUT ROOMS

Slideout Room Travel Lock ............................................................................................................ 10-1

Slideout Room Operation – Electric ............................................................................................... 10-2

Slideout Room – Extreme Weather Precaution .............................................................................. 10-3

Slideout Room Troubleshooting – Electric .................................................................................... 10-4

Slideout Emergency Retraction ...................................................................................................... 10-6

Slideout Emergency Retraction - Bedroom .................................................................................... 10-7

General Slideout Care ..................................................................................................................... 10-8

11 – MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

Sealants – Inspection and General Information .............................................................................. 11-1

Roof ................................................................................................................................................ 11-1

Undercarriage .................................................................................................................................. 11-1

Exterior Finish ................................................................................................................................ 11-2

Care of Appliques and Decals ......................................................................................................... 11-3

Plastic Parts – Cleaning .................................................................................................................. 11-3

Exterior Lights ................................................................................................................................ 11-4

Interior Soft Goods ......................................................................................................................... 11-4

Ceiling Fabric Care ......................................................................................................................... 11-5

Cabinetry – Cleaning ...................................................................................................................... 11-7

Tables and Countertops .................................................................................................................. 11-7

Stainless Steel Appliances .............................................................................................................. 11-7

Galley Sink ..................................................................................................................................... 11-8

Range and Refrigerator ................................................................................................................... 11-8

Vinyl Flooring ................................................................................................................................. 11-8

Bathroom ........................................................................................................................................ 11-8

Doors and Windows ........................................................................................................................ 11-9

Vehicle Storage – Preparation ........................................................................................................ 11-9

Vehicle Storage – Removal .......................................................................................................... 11-10

Chassis Service and Maintenance ................................................................................................. 11-10

Coach Maintenance Chart ............................................................................................................. 11-11

12 – MISCELLANEOUS

Loading the Vehicle ........................................................................................................................ 12-1

Weighing Your Loaded Vehicle ..................................................................................................... 12-1

Car or Trailer Towing ..................................................................................................................... 12-3

Trailer Wiring Connector ................................................................................................................ 12-4

Towing Guidelines .......................................................................................................................... 12-4

Entry Step – Manual ....................................................................................................................... 12-5

Entry Step – Electric ....................................................................................................................... 12-6

Power Awning ................................................................................................................................ 12-7

1-5

Storage Compartment Doors .......................................................................................................... 12-7

Tool and Ladder Storage ................................................................................................................. 12-7

Roof Ladder .................................................................................................................................... 12-7

Windows ......................................................................................................................................... 12-8

Power Roof Ventilator .................................................................................................................... 12-9

Effects of Prolonged Occupancy .................................................................................................... 12-9

1-1

5 - DASH / AUTO

SECTION 1 – INTRODUCTION

Congratulations! We welcome you to the

exciting world of motor home travel and

camping. You will find it convenient and

enjoyable to have all the comforts of home and

still enjoy the great outdoors wherever you

choose to go. Your motor home has been

carefully designed, engineered, and

manufactured to provide years of enjoyment.

Before sliding into the driver’s seat, please

become familiar with operations and features. In

addition, spend some time with the dealer when

you take delivery to learn all you can about your

new motor home.

ABOUT THIS MANUAL

This operator’s manual was prepared to aid

you in the proper care and operation of the

vehicle and equipment.

Please read this manual completely to

understand how everything in your coach works

before taking it on its “maiden voyage”.

NOTE: This manual describes many features of

your motor home and includes

instructions for its safe use.

This manual, including photographs and

illustrations, is of a general nature only.

Some equipment and features described

or shown in this manual may be

optional or unavailable on your model.

Because of Winnebago Industries®’

continuous program of product

improvement, it is possible that recent

product changes and information may

not be included.

The instructions included in this manual

are intended as a guide, and in no way

extend the responsibilities of Winnebago

Industries beyond the standard written

warranty as presented in this manual.

The descriptions, illustrations, and

specifications in this manual were

correct at the time of printing. We reserve

the right to change specifications or

design without notice, and without

incurring obligation to install the same

on products previously manufactured.

The materials in your InfoCase contain

warranty information and operating and

maintenance instructions for the various

appliances and components in your motor home.

NOTE: Many of the instruction sheets and

manuals for the various appliances and

components have been incorporated into

the Operator’s Manual Supplement for

your convenience.

Please read the FAQ in Section 1 of the

Operator’s Manual Supplement for more

details.

Throughout this manual, frequent reference is

made to the vehicle chassis manual that is

provided by the manufacturer of the chassis on

which this motor home is built.

Consult the chassis manual for operating,

safety, and maintenance instructions pertaining

to the chassis section of the motor home.

SAFETY MESSAGES USED IN

THIS MANUAL

Throughout this manual, certain items are

labeled Danger, Warning, Caution, or Note.

These terms alert you to precautions that may

involve damage to your vehicle or a risk to your

personal safety. Read and follow them carefully.

DANGER

DANGERindicatesahazardoussituation

which,ifnotavoided,willresultindeathor

serious personal injury.

SECTION 1 –

INTRODUCTION

1-2

NOTE: A “Note” is not necessarily safety-

related, but indicates a recommendation

or special point of information that could

assist in understanding the use or care of

a feature item.

PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION

This motor home has been thoroughly

inspected before shipment. Your dealer is

responsible for performing a complete pre-

delivery inspection of the chassis and all motor

home components.

As a part of the pre-delivery inspection

procedure, the dealer is responsible for road

testing the motor home, noting, and correcting

any problems before delivery.

FRONT AXLE TIRE

ALIGNMENT

We recommend that you have the front

suspension and steering alignment checked and

adjusted after you have fully loaded the vehicle

according to your needs. Thereafter, have

alignment inspected periodically to maintain

vehiclesteering performance andprevent uneven

tire wear.

SERVICE AND ASSISTANCE

Your dealer will be glad to provide any

additional information you need, as well as

answer any questions you might have about

operating the equipment in your coach. When it

comes to service, remember that your dealer

knows your vehicle best and is interested in your

satisfaction. Your dealer will provide quality

maintenance and any other assistance that you

may require during your ownership of this

vehicle.

If you need warranty repairs while traveling,

you may take your vehicle to any authorized

Winnebago Industries®dealership and request

their assistance.

See the Service Dealer Directory in your

InfoCase.

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS

If you believe that your vehicle has a defect

which could cause a crash or could cause injury

or death, you should immediately inform the

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

(NHTSA) in addition to notifying Winnebago

Industries, Inc.

If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may

open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety

defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order

a recall and remedy campaign. However,

NHTSA cannot become involved in individual

problems between you, your dealer, or

Winnebago Industries®.

To contact NHTSA, you may either call the

Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at:

1-888-327-4236; (TTY: 1-800-424-9153)

or go to their website at http://www.safercar.gov

or write to:

Administrator, NHTSA

1200 New Jersey Avenue S.E.

Washington, D.C. 20590

WARNING

WARNING indicates a hazardous

situation which, if not avoided, could

result in death or serious personal injury.

CAUTION

CAUTION indicates a hazardous

situation which, if not avoided, could

result in minor or moderate personal

injury.

NOTICE

NOTICE is used to address practices not

related to personal injury.

1-3

SECTION 1 –

INTRODUCTION

You can also obtain other information about

motor vehicle safety from the NHTSA website

at http://www.safercar.gov

OCCUPANT AND CARGO

CARRYING CAPACITY LABEL

Thislabel is affixed in the driver’s area next to

or near the Vehicle Certification Label. It

contains vehicle occupant and cargo carrying

capacity along with the number of seat belt

positions in the vehicle. The label also provides

the weight of a full load of water and advises that

this weight, along with the tongue weight counts

as cargo.

If any weight exceeding 45.4 kg (100 lbs.) is

added to your coach between final vehicle

certification and first retail sale, the occupant and

cargo carrying capacity must be corrected and a

label similar to the one shown below will be

affixed inside your coach.

SECTION 1 –

INTRODUCTION

1-4

VEHICLE CERTIFICATION LABEL

This label is affixed to the lower driver side armrest panel, driver door, or the driver side door jamb,

depending on model. It contains vehicle identification numbers and other important reference information.

EXPLANATION OF DATA

1. Chassis manufacturer.

2. Chassis manufacture date.

3. MonthandyearofmanufactureatWinnebago

Industries®.

4. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: Total

permissible weight of the vehicle, including

driver, passengers, total cargo carried

(including all liquids), and equipped with all

options.

5. Gross Axle Weight Rating: Total permissible

weight allowed for the front and rear axles

(listed in pounds and kilograms).

6. Suitable Tire Choice: Tires recommended to

meethandlingandsafetyrequirements.When

replacing any of the tires on your vehicle,

always replace with a tire that meets these

specifications.

7. Suitable Rim Choice: Wheel rims

recommended to meet handling and safety

requirements.Whenreplacinganyof the rims

onyourvehicle,alwaysreplacewitharimthat

meets these specifications.

8. ColdInflation Pressure: Inflation pressures at

Gross Axle Weight Ratings recommended

(while cold) for the tires originally equipped

onyourvehicle.Thesepressurelevelsmustbe

maintained to assure proper handling, safety,

and fuel economy.

9. Rear Axle Wheel Configuration: Single or

Dual as it relates to the inflation.

10. Serial Number: This is the serial number

assigned to the completed vehicle by

Winnebago Industries.

11. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): This

number identifies the chassis on which the

motorhomeisbuilt.The10thdigitoftheVIN

designates the chassis model year. (7=2007,

8=2008,etc.).Thisinformationisusefulwhen

ordering chassis repair parts.

12. Type: States the NHTSA designated usage

classification for your motor home. MPV

signifies a Multi-purpose Passenger Vehicle.

13. Color: Signifies the color code number of the

decor used throughout the vehicle. This

numberisnecessaryfororderingreplacement

cushions, curtains, carpet, etc.

14. Winnebago®model year and series/family

name.

15. Model: Lists the Winnebago product model

number of your vehicle.

Autres manuels pour Impulse

Ce manuel convient aux modèles suivants

Table des matières

Autres manuels Winnebago camping-car

Winnebago

Winnebago 2003 Horizon Manuel utilisateur

Winnebago

Winnebago 2009 Adventurer Manuel utilisateur

Winnebago

Winnebago 1992 Adventurer Manuel utilisateur

Winnebago

Winnebago Suncruiser 1999 Manuel utilisateur

Winnebago

Winnebago 2014 Sightseer Manuel utilisateur

Winnebago

Winnebago 1996 Adventurer Manuel utilisateur

Winnebago

Winnebago Minnie Winnie Premier Manuel utilisateur

Winnebago

Winnebago 1995 IFG37RW F31 Manuel utilisateur

Winnebago

Winnebago BRAVE Manuel utilisateur

Winnebago

Winnebago Itasca 1989 Manuel utilisateur

Winnebago

Winnebago Vista Manuel utilisateur

Winnebago

Winnebago Trend Manuel utilisateur

Winnebago

Winnebago 1996 Luxor Manuel utilisateur

Winnebago

Winnebago Itasca Ellipse Manuel utilisateur

Winnebago

Winnebago Impulse Silver Manuel utilisateur

Winnebago

Winnebago Minnie Winnie Spirit Instructions de montage

Winnebago

Winnebago ADVENTURER 2002 WFG35U Instructions de montage

Winnebago

Winnebago 2002 Journey Manuel utilisateur

Winnebago

Winnebago Travato Manuel utilisateur

Winnebago

Winnebago 2005 Minnie Winnie Manuel utilisateur

Winnebago

Winnebago Tour 2012 Manuel utilisateur

Winnebago

Winnebago Vita 2020 Manuel utilisateur

Winnebago

Winnebago 2013 Adventurer Manuel utilisateur

Winnebago

Winnebago Destination Instructions de montage

Manuels camping-car populaires d'autres marques

Possl

Possl D-Line 2011 Manuel utilisateur

Itasca

Itasca spirit Manuel utilisateur

carado

carado BANFF 2018 Manuel utilisateur

Airstream

Airstream 1980 Argosy Manuel utilisateur

GBM

GBM 1994 Pursuit Manuel utilisateur

Itasca

Itasca Meridian 2005 Manuel utilisateur

Jayco

Jayco Kiwi Travel Trailer 2003 Manuel utilisateur

Fleetwood

Fleetwood 1999 Discovery Guide de démarrage rapide

Bush Palace

Bush Palace STARCRAFT TOO Manuel utilisateur

Fleetwood

Fleetwood Jamboree Searcher 1993 Manuel utilisateur

Tiffin Motorhomes

Tiffin Motorhomes 2017 Allegro Breeze Manuel utilisateur

Lunar Caravans

Lunar Caravans Venus Manuel utilisateur

Triple E

Triple E Free Spirit 2012 Manuel utilisateur

NewMar

NewMar Dutch Star 1999 Manuel utilisateur

Taxa Outdoors

Taxa Outdoors Mantis Manuel utilisateur

Fleetwood

Fleetwood TIOGA ARROW 1986 Manuel utilisateur

Thor Motor Coach

Thor Motor Coach tuscany 2013 Manuel utilisateur

Jayco

Jayco JAY FLIGHT BUNGALOW 2010 Manuel utilisateur