Lippert Components

SYSTEM

WARNING: FAILURE TO ACT IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.

The Lippert Sofa Slideout System is intended for the sole purpose of extending and retracting the slideout room. Its function should not be used for any other purpose or reason. Using the system for any reason other than what it is designed for may result in damage to the coach and/or cause serious injury or even death.

Before actuating the system, please keep these things in mind:

1. Parking locations should be clear of obstructions that may cause damage when the slideout room is actuated.
2. Be sure all persons are clear of the coach prior to the slideout room actuation.
3. Keep hands and other body parts away from slideout mechanisms during actuation. Severe injury or death may result.
4. To optimize slideout actuation, park coach on solid and level ground.

DESCRIPTION

The Lippert Sofa Slideout System is a rack and pinion style slide system. It utilizes a bi-directional electric motor to actuate the drive shaft, extending and retracting the slideout room from the same source. The actuator has a built-in automatic clutching feature. The Lippert Sofa Slideout System is designed as a negative or positive ground system.

There are no serviceable parts within the electric motor. If the motor fails, it must be replaced. Disassembly of the motor voids the warranty.

Mechanical portions of the slideout system are replaceable. Contact Lippert Components, Inc. to obtain replacement parts.

PRIOR TO OPERATION

Prior to operating the Lippert Sofa Slideout System, follow these four (4) guidelines:

1. Coach should be parked on the most level surface available.
2. The PARKING BRAKE must be engaged.
3. The coach's transmission must be in NEUTRAL or PARK.
4. The coach's ignition must be in the RUN position or the coach's engine must be running. (Class A and C only)

OPERATION

MAIN COMPONENTS

MECHANICAL

Fig. 1: Diagram of the Lippert Sofa Slideout System mechanical components. It shows a rack and pinion mechanism with a motor. Labeled parts include: 1. FLOOR ADJUSTMENT BRACKET ASSEMBLY, 2. GEAR RACK ASSEMBLY, 3. FLOOR SLIDE ASSEMBLY, 4. ELECTRIC MOTOR ASSEMBLY.

ELECTRICAL

Power Unit – Motor and Gearbox Assembly

Fig. 2: Image of the Power Unit, which includes the 12V DC Motor, Gearbox, and Actuator.

Wall Switch

Fig. 3: Image of the Wall Switch with a bi-directional rocker switch. The switch is labeled 'IN' for slideout operation and 'OUT' for slideout operation.

Circuit Breaker – Supplied by OE

OPERATING SYSTEM

WARNING: FAILURE TO ACT IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.

ALWAYS MAKE SURE THAT THE SLIDEOUT ROOM PATH IS CLEAR OF PEOPLE AND OBJECTS BEFORE AND DURING OPERATION OF THE SLIDEOUT ROOM.

ALWAYS KEEP AWAY FROM THE SLIDE RAILS WHEN THE ROOM IS BEING OPERATED. THE GEAR ASSEMBLY MAY PINCH OR CATCH ON LOOSE CLOTHING CAUSING PERSONAL INJURY.

INSTALL TRANSIT BARS (IF SO EQUIPPED) ON THE SLIDEOUT ROOM DURING STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION.

The Lippert Sofa Slide Systems are controlled by a switch mounted on the coach wall, normally located close to the entry door.

EXTENDING SLIDEOUT ROOM

1. Level the unit.
2. Verify the battery is fully charged and hooked-up to the electrical system.
3. Remove the transit bars (if so equipped).
4. Press and hold the IN/OUT switch (Fig. 5) in the OUT position until the room is fully extended and stops moving.
5. Release the switch, which will lock the room into position.

NOTE: If the slideout switch is held after the room is fully extended, the control will sense that the room has stopped and will shut off the motor after a few seconds.

RETRACTING SLIDEOUT ROOM

1. Verify the battery is fully charged and hooked-up to the electrical system.
2. Press and hold the IN/OUT switch (Fig. 5) in the IN position until the room is fully retracted and stops moving.
3. Release the switch, which will lock the room into position.

NOTE: If the slideout switch is held after the room is fully retracted, the control will sense that the room has stopped and will shut off the motor after a few seconds.

4. Install the transit bars (if so equipped).

MANUAL OPERATION

The ABF-24-711-18:1 is equipped with a backup auxiliary power (BAP) system that allows you to extend or retract a room if the rooms do not move when the switch is pushed. Check the troubleshooting guide on pages 10-13 for possible solutions before using the backup auxiliary system.

WARNING! Always disconnect battery from system prior to manually operating system. Failure to disconnect battery can cause electricity to backfeed through the motor and cause serious damage to the system as well as void the warranty.

Fig. 5: Image of the Slideout Switch and Switch Plate, showing the "IN" and "OUT" positions.

Fig. 6: Image depicting a person disconnecting battery leads.

1. Locate coach's house battery and disconnect the leads.
2. Access the slideout mechanism.

Note: This is an above floor style slideout. The motor and slideout mechanism is located inside the coach.

WARNING! The gears can be stripped out if the room is manually retracted/extended to its fullest extent and the operator continues to rotate manual override. Any damage due to misuse of the Manual Override feature will disqualify any and all claims to the Limited Warranty.

Fig. 7: Image illustrating the disconnection of a motor wire. A warning note specifies that only one lead needs to be disconnected.

3. Disconnect the motor wire. Note: Only one lead needs to be disconnected.

CAUTION – If neither lead is disconnected from battery, actuating the system may push an electrical charge back through the motor and damage the motor or other electrical components.

Fig. 8: Image showing a hand using a 5/8 inch wrench or socket/ratchet combination to rotate a shaft.

4. Using a 5/8 in wrench or socket/ratchet combination, rotate the shaft in the counterclockwise to retract slideout room.

Fig. 9: Image showing a hand using a 5/8 inch wrench or socket/ratchet combination to rotate a shaft.

5. Using a 5/8 in wrench or socket/ratchet combination, rotate the shaft in the clockwise to extend slideout room.

Note: Once the room has reached its fully extended/retracted position, apply pressure to the wrench to firmly set the room. The worm gear in the gear box will prevent the room from drifting in or out.

MAINTENANCE

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

For optimum performance, the slide-out system requires full battery current and voltage. The battery must be maintained at full capacity. Other than good battery maintenance, check the terminals and other connections at the battery, the control switch, and the electric motor for corrosion, and loose or damaged terminals. Check motor leads under the motorhome chassis. Since these connections are subject to damage from road debris, be sure they are in good condition.

Note: The Lippert Sofa Slideout System is designed to operate as a negative ground system. A negative ground system utilizes the chassis frame as a ground and an independent ground wire back to battery is necessary (see page 15 for wiring diagram). It is important that the electrical components have good wire to chassis contact. Over 90% of unit electrical problems are due to bad ground connections.

MECHANICAL MAINTENANCE

Although the system is designed to be almost maintenance-free, inspect the slideout for any visible signs of external damage after and before movement of the room. Remember to inspect inside the coach as well as the slideout system outside the coach.

Note: For long-term storage: It is recommended that the room be closed (retracted).

• When the room is out, visually inspect the Slide Floor and Drive Box Assemblies. Refer to Fig. 1 for location of rail assemblies. Check for excess build-up of dirt or other foreign material; remove any debris that may be present.
• If the system squeaks or makes any noises, it is permissible to apply a coat of lightweight oil to the drive shaft and roller areas, but remove any excess oil so dirt and debris do not build-up. DO NOT use grease.

WARNING: DO NOT WORK ON YOUR SLIDEOUT SYSTEM UNLESS THE BATTERY IS DISCONNECTED. FAILURE TO ACT IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.

SERVICE

TROUBLESHOOTING

The Lippert Sofa Slideout System is one of four inter-related slideout system components. These four components are as follows: chassis, slideout room, coach, and Lippert Sofa Slideout System. Each one needs to function correctly with the others, or misalignment problems will occur.

Every coach has its own personality, and what may work to fix one coach may not work on another, even if the symptoms appear to be the same.

When something restricts room travel, system performance will be unpredictable. It is very important that slide rails, inner and outer, be free of contamination and allowed to travel freely the full distance or “STROKE.” Ice or mud build-up during travel is an example of some types of contamination that may occur.

When beginning to troubleshoot the system, make sure the battery is fully charged, there are no visible signs of external damage to the actuator, motor, or rails, and that the motor is wired properly and all connections are secure.

You can adjust room extension by modifying the position of the rack gear on the slide floor rail to the spur gear on the gear assembly.

During troubleshooting, remember, by changing, altering, or adjusting one thing, it may affect something else. Be sure any changes do not create a new problem.

For additional information on the Lippert Sofa Slideout System, call 866-524-7821 and ask for technical assistance.

IF YOU HAVE ANY PROBLEMS OR QUESTIONS, CONSULT YOUR LOCAL AUTHORIZED DEALER OR CALL LIPPERT AT: (866) 524-7821.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

Notes: If the slideout room will not retract, there is a manual override that is located on the opposite side of the slideout room. A crank handle is provided with your unit. Once you have the room in the closed position, take your unit to the closest dealer. See pages 9-11 for Manual Override Instructions.

TROUBLESHOOTING – POWER UNIT

Before attempting to troubleshoot the PowerUnit, make sure an adequate power source is available. The unit batteries should be fully charged or the unit should be plugged into A/C service with batteries installed. Do not attempt to troubleshoot the Power Unit without assuring a full 12V DC charge.

The following tests require only a DC voltmeter (or DC test light) and a jumper lead.

Step 1 - Attach voltmeter (or test light) leads to the negative and positive switch terminals on back of wall switch (See Fig. 11). Does the meter indicate 12V DC? If YES, see Step 2; if NO see Step 3.

Step 2 - If YES, at the motor, check the incoming leads to 12V DC (if necessary, disconnect leads at wire splices). Does meter indicate 12V DC? If YES, Power Unit needs to be replaced. The motor is not field serviceable. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR. If NO, Inspect all wires and connections between the wall switch and the motor. Repair connections as necessary. Recheck as in Step 1.

Step 3 - If NO, Inspect all connections between battery and switch. Inspect 30A Circuit Breaker (See Fig. 11). Recheck as above in Step 1.

Since there are no field serviceable parts in the motor of the Power Unit, electrical troubleshooting and service is limited to replacing only those components as previously outlined. Thorough inspection of wiring and connections is the only other electrical service that can be performed.

WIRING DIAGRAM

Fig. 11: Wiring Diagram illustrating the electrical connections for the slideout system. It shows the battery, a 30A auto-reset breaker, the switch, and the motor. Key connections and labels like 'BATTERY (-)', 'BATTERY (+)', 'MOTOR', 'IN', 'OUT', 'GREEN MOTOR', 'RED MOTOR', and wire gauge specifications (10 GA WIRE MINIMUM) are depicted. A 'CAUTION! HIGH VOLTAGE' warning is also present.

Note on Wiring:

• If the room moves opposite from what the switch plate indicates, reverse the motor wires on the back of the switch (refer to the wiring diagram page 15). Wire size must be 10ga. Min.
• If a gear is stripped, the entire gearbox must be replaced.
• If the room does not seal fully, refer to page 11.

CAUTION! HIGH VOLTAGE

ORDERING PARTS

To assist customer service when ordering parts, please provide the following information:

1. Your Name
2. Company Name
3. Phone Number
4. Shipping Address
5. Billing Address
6. Purchase Order Number
7. Coach: A. Serial # and/or VIN #, B. Make, C. Model
8. Part Number
9. Description
10. Quantity

Please take your coach to an authorized service center for repairs. Systems that have been modified, adjusted, repaired, or augmented by a party other than an authorized service center may void any warranty claim with Lippert Components, Inc.