Baja-marine JAY SERIES YEAR 2006 Manuel d'utilisateur

Model Year 2006Camping TrailerOwner’s Manualwww.jayco.com

NOTESvi Jay Series/Baja/Select Folding Camping TrailerTable of Contents

Caution: To avoid problems of “yellowing” linoleum, the manufacturerrecommends to avoid using cleaners that contain oil based solvents (i.e. cleanersc

IDANGER: DO NOT smoke while changing cylinders or working onyour propane system. See the use, danger and warning instructionsthroughout this manual fo

MAINTENANCE CHECKLISTThis list is a quick reference sheet for suggested areas of regular maintenance. Make surethat you review all literature supplied

Monthly0 Clean and lubricate the coupler.0 Check fire extinguisher pressure. Refer to the fire extinguisher label for specificinstructions.0 Test the

Every Year or 12,000 Miles0 Lubricate moving parts on the awning hardware. (Awning option only.)0 Manually operate the pressure-temperature control le

STORING YOUR UNIT...Depending upon your area and where your unit is stored, your camper may be a target fordamage from rodents and insects. To protect

0 Cover tires that are exposed to sunlight to prevent weather checking and other UVdamage.0 Cover the roof air conditioner.0 Store your RV indoors, un

Demand Or Power Plumbing Systems (Fig. 45)1. Drain all tanks and fresh water lines by opening the tank drain valve V3 & V4. Thetank drain is outsi

NOTES98 Jay Series/Baja/Select Folding Camping TrailerStoring Your Unit...

INDEXAABS Plastics ...84Additional Considerations-Baja ...41Additions ...19Air Conditionermaintenance ...90prep

WELCOMEThank you for purchasing your Jayco Recreation Vehicle (RV) and welcome to the worldof recreation vehicle travel. Your purchase of a Jayco RV a

Converter12-volt DC system ...70propane related ...68Countertops...90Couplerhitching procedure...30maintenance ..

HHeated Bed Matsmaintenance ...85operation...50Hitch ...29ball size ...30couplerhitching...

quick couplerBBQ grill ...59stove ...55regulator ...67safety ...16start up...54system

Tire ...33changing ...84covers ...84pressure ...33safety ...20spare ...

gross vehicle weight rating...23,24,26,27,28,29of full holding tanks ...26tongue weight ...24unloaded vehicle weight...23We

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WARRANTY/SERVICEThe following pages contain warranty information. It is our recommendation that you readthrough Jayco’s warranty and all other warrant

Warranty/ServiceTOWABLE LIMITED WARRANTYWHAT AND WHO IS COV EREDThe Jayco war ranty cov ers this rec re ational ve hi cle (“RV”), when used only for i

HOW TO GET SER VICETo ob tain war ranty ser vice the owner must do all of the fol low ing:1. No tify an in de pend ent, au tho rized dealer of Jayco,

EVENTS DIS CHARG ING JAYCO FROM OB LI GA TION UN DER WAR RANTYCer tain things com pletely dis charge Jayco from any ob li ga tion un der this wa

EXTENDED TRANSFERABLE LIMITED WARRANTYFOLDING CAMPING TRAILERSTENT, FRAME, FLOOR, LIFTER SYS TEM, ROOFSUM MARY OF LIMITED WAR RANTY:Jayco pro vides ex

COM PANY’S OB LI GA TIONS:If the man ual lifter sys tem, steel frame, floor or roof is de ter mined to have a func tional de fect in ma te rial or wo

WARRANTY REGISTRATION AND CUSTOMER DELIVERY FORMDealer is to assure that this form is properly completed and returned to Jayco within ten (10) working

IWARNING: Read all instructions in this manual and componentmanufacturer supplied information before using your RV.This manual has been provided by J

LIMITED WARRANTY TRANSFERThe warranty on your unit is transferable one (1) time during the warranty period. Thisform as shown here and on the next pag

TERMS AND REPRESENTATIONSBy my signature(s) on the face side of this form, and in order to induce Jayco, Inc. to transfer its Limited Warranty, I repr

SERVICE PROCEDURESBasic Service ProceduresWe are interested in your satisfaction. Only by having your complete confidence andsatisfaction with our pro

Indiana at the address for warranty service, and permit Jayco to perform afinal repair attempt.Independent, Authorized DealerWhen you purchased your J

Manufacturer’s Customer Support DirectoryThe following chart provides information to contact individual manufacturers ofappliances/component parts tha

SAFETYSAFETY CONSIDERATIONSThe safe operation of your trailer requires that you use common sense and follow safetyprocedures as defined in this manual

Safety in Using PropaneWe recommend that all work on the propane system be performed by your independent,authorized dealer. The following information

IWARNING: DO NOT USE A FLAME OR LIGHTED MATCH TOTEST FOR LEAKS.IF A LEAK IS DETECTED• Turn off all appliances which utilize propane.• Make sure that e

Electrical System SafetyCircuit breakers and fuses are installed to protect electrical circuits from overloading. Donot make unauthorized changes to c

ICAUTION: Under certain fire and heat conditions, the dry chemicalpowder in this extinguisher (and similar units) will cause damage orprove extremely

YOUR NEW JAYCO IS YOUR PASSPORT TO A WHOLE WORLD OF NEW FRIENDS,CAMPING FUN AND TRAVEL ADVENTURE WHEN YOU JOIN THE THOUSANDS OFJAYCO FAMILIES WHO MAKE

Additional Safety ConsiderationsIWARNING: For traveling safety, it is extremely important to read,understand and follow the towing, hitching and loadi

• Adequate propane and electrical supply is needed along with protection from possible freeze-ups on the propane regulator. The furnace will substanti

NOTES22 Jay Series/Baja/Select Folding Camping TrailerSafety

BEFORE YOU TRAVEL...WEIGHTS AND CARGO CAPACITYThe safety of your travel will be affected by your understanding of weights and cargodistribution for yo

IWARNING: Do not add accessories or component parts that are notsafe and appropriate for this product. These changes will effect weightspecifications,

Rear BumperICAUTION: Do not add items to the trailer’s rear bumper. Attachments to the bumper could damage the trailer and lead to adverse driving and

RoofAdditional items secured to the roof of your trailer must be added into the over all trailerweight. The load capacity of the roof must not be exce

WEIGHING INSTRUCTIONSAs your packing and loading routine becomes more familiar from experience, physicallyweighing your trailer may not be necessary b

EQUIPMENTThe compatibility of your tow vehicle to the load you are towing is of utmost priority forsafety during your travel. There are many resources

controls can affect your control of the trailer when you experiencetrailer sway.HitchesICAUTION:V Using an oversized or undersized hitch can cause dam

Yes, it’s for everyone with a JAYCO RV; young couples just starting out, families spending quality time together, the young at heart expanding their l

• Turn the steering wheel as little as possible. Natural lag time reaction whencounter-steering to correct sway could possibly make it worse.• If the

The Safety ChainThere are different safety chain requirements determined by the various state laws. Yourvehicle is equipped with chains to meet SAE st

TOWINGWhile towing your trailer, you need to be aware of the extra weight behind your vehicle.The following list contains some pointers to remember wh

TIRESThe tires on your RV are specially constructed for the unique requirements of recreationvehicle travel. They are tested under Department of Trans

WHEEL LUGSIWARNING: Wheel lug nuts must be applied and maintained at theproper torque levels to prevent loose wheels, broken studs, and possiblesepara

Wheel Torque Requirements Lug Nut Rim Type Stage 1 Stage2 Stage 34-Lug Nuts 12" Steel 20-25 ft/lbs 35-40 ft/lbs 50-75 ft/lbs5-Lug Nuts 13" S

Brake Controller - The controller is installed on the tow vehicle dashboard to work inconjunction with the trailer brakes. Hydraulic or electronic con

Backing Your TrailerAs designed, the weight of a trailer pushing forward will activate the surge brake system.When backing a trailer up hill, the weig

PRE-TRAVEL CHECKLISTIn order to enjoy your travel, having all the right tools and supplies will help. A checklistmay be beneficial to avoid forgetting

0 ToolsC jackC torque wrenchC tire pressure gaugeC jumper cablesC duct tapeC fuses and light bulbs (compatible with your RV)C shovel (small folding)C

Table of ContentsWelcome...1Warranty/Service...3Towable Limited Warranty

Kitchen0 Pots & pans0 Cooking utensils0 Trash bags and/or paper sacks0 Aluminum foil, plastic wrap, etc.0 Paper plates, towels, napkins, coffee fi

SETTING UP CAMP...SELECTING YOUR CAMPSITEIn some cases, searching for the right campground prior to traveling might be the first stepin selecting your

Setting Up Camp...Some basic items to keep in mind are:• There are trails that will lead to incredible adventure if you keep the limitations ofyour to

Leveling Your TrailerLeveling your RV is critical for severalreasons. Your camping experience willbe more pleasant in a level unit. It isimportant for

OPENING YOUR FOLDING CAMPING TRAILERPark your camping trailer on level ground and block the tires so the trailer will not rollaway. After parking the

Place the bent hook into the bracket attached to the front wall. (Fig. 10)7. Pull the beds out until the rail hits the bed stop. Distribute the awning

11. Inside the unit, for the bed and slideout tent set up, insert the bed bow brace at the bed bow connector. (Fig. 12) Push the bed bow outward and u

17. Attach the Velcro® edges of the door to the door frame.18. On units without a slideout, set up the kitchen flip top and attach the stove grate.19.

OutsideCaution: DO NOT push the beds or slideout in until ALL Velcro® is detached. Pushthe bed and slideout in COMPLETELY before beginning to lower th

Canopy Set UpYour canopy has been designed and built with quality material to give you years of troublefree service with low maintenance. Read these i

Hitch Height and Hitch Ball Specifications...30The Hitching Procedure ...30The Safety Chain ...

Screen Room Set Up1. The canopy must be set up through step #3 before attempting to attach the screenroom. (See Canopy Setup.)2. Open, unfold and spre

• If improper operation of this bedding is observed, discontinue its use immediatelyand consult your independent, authorized dealer or the manufacture

grounding pin to connect to a non-grounded receptacle. Any deviationfrom this will potentially cause a fire from overheating.Caution: Power surges ex

12 VOLT DC ON-DEMAND PUMPTo extract water from your water tank, you need 12 volt-DC power to operate theon-demand water pump. Energy for the pump is s

Propane Connections and Start UpIWARNING: Propane can be extremely dangerous. Make sure that youread, understand and follow all information supplied i

AT CAMP...Your camping trailer is designed with equipment to enhance your outdoor experience. Thefeatures of your individual trailer will vary based o

outer edge of the stove for wind protection, preventing flames from reaching the tentmaterial.At Camp...Connecting the Propane LineIWARNING: Make sure

CASSETTE TOILET (OPTION)Depending on the trailer floor plan, you may have a cassette toilet installed on your trailer.Review all instructions as suppl

To replace the filter1. Drain the water system.2. Remove the cartridge by disconnecting the fitting at either end of the filter and pull itout of the

SOLAR PREP (OPTION - BAJA ONLY)Your trailer may be equipped with wiring for solar panel installation. Please consult withyour Jayco dealer for assista

To Use the Stove Outside ...55Connecting the Propane Line ...56Microwave (Select Models only)

BBQ Grill (Option)IWARNING: The maximum weight limit for the bracket on the side ofyour trailer is 50 lbs. This limit includes the weight placed on th

UTILITIES & SYSTEMS.NOTE: Make sure you read, understand and follow all safety information found inthis manual and manufacturer supplied informati

Utilities & SystemsSANITATION SYSTEM (WITH BATH/SHOWER OPTION ONLY)Refer to manufacturer’s information for complete operating instructions of the

The following label has been placed in the trailer near the range area. Please read,understand and follow the information in this label.IDANGERIF YOU

The following warning label has been located near your trailer’s propane container(s).Make sure you read and follow all information on this label. Fai

IWARNING: Propane cylinders shall not be placed or stored inside thevehicle. Propane cylinders are equipped with safety devices that relieveexcessive

Single Cylinder Mounted On A-Frame1. Connect the 3/8" low pressure hose tothe outlet of the two stage regulator.2. Attach the regulator with the

Main Supply Hose – Low PressureThe main supply hose (Fig. 34) will be attached from the regulator to the brass manifoldfitting in the frame of the tra

ApplianceAverage BTUConsumption Per HourKilojoules/HourWater Heater 8,800 9,280Refrigerator 640 672Furnace 16,000-20,000 16,880-21,100Stove 6,500 - 9,

120-Volt AC SystemPOWER CORDYour trailer is equipped with a 30-amp power cord pre-wired into the breaker box. Byopening the cable hatch door, you can

Preparing to Travel Home... ...75Departing Camp Checklist...75Draining Waste Water ...

When this GFCI receptacle is tripped, it has interrupted ground fault current caused bysuch things as faulty insulation or wet wiring inside some appl

lights and various appliances. The floor plan, and size of the camping trailer dictates themodel and output size of the converter required.Inside the

72 Jay Series/Baja/Select Folding Camping TrailerGroundLeft Turn/BrakeRight Turn/BrakeBrakeChargeLineRunningLights

BulbsIWARNING: Replacement light bulbs must be of the type, voltage andwattage listed on the lamp fixture. Use of incorrectly sized bulbs canoverload

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PREPARING TO TRAVEL HOME...DEPARTING CAMP CHECKLISTWhen the time arrives to return home, it is again critical that you complete the necessaryprocedure

0 Check wheel lugs0 Check tire pressure (include inner wheel and spare, if applicable)0 Check tire wear (uneven wear pattern)0 Check lightsC headlight

Gray Water Holding TankWith Bath/Shower OptionA permanent gray water tank may be installed on yourfolding camping trailer. To drain this tank:1. Pull

NOTES78 Jay Series/Baja/Select Folding Camping TrailerPreparing to Travel Home...

MAINTAINING YOUR INVESTMENT...MAINTENANCEYour trailer is designed to be as maintenance free as possible. However, maintenance isimportant to retain it

Canopy ...88Screen Room ...89Fiberglass Screening ...

Maintaining Your Investment...SEALANTSWater is a recreation vehicle’s worst enemy when it is allowed to enter where it is notintended. Sealants perfor

ROOF LATCHESInspect the roof latches to make sure they are tight and have not been damaged.Periodically adjust them to maintain tension. If the latche

TONGUE JACKLubricate the tongue jack by extending it to the full down position and insert SAE 30 oilthrough the oil hole in the top of the jack. Do th

IWARNING: Failure to maintain the brakes in proper workingcondition as specified in the manual supplied by the axle manufacturerwill cause property da

Changing Tire1. Keep the trailer attached to the tow vehicle. Block the tire on the opposite side of theunit from the tire you are changing.2. Loosen

BEDBed SlidesLubricate the bed slides two times each year. Use only a silicone spray to avoid attractingdirt and soiling the bed mats.Bed BracesInspec

EXTERIOR1. Awning - Top or “roof” part of the folding camping trailer tent that is located over the bed extensions.2. Window Panels - Side and end pan

TentsCaution: The tent fabric of your folding camping trailer is a mildew resistant fabric.This does not, however, mean that it is mildew proof. Prior

Caution: Use of bleach or products containing bleach could potentially damage thetent material causing it to rot away. If such products are used, make

DO NOT...• ...Fold or roll in extreme cold temperatures.• ...Drag your canopy across any abrasive surfaces, such as a cement drive.• ...Get insect spr