Manually retracting slide outs on my 2003 Fleetwood Flair 33r.

[2003Flair]

Does anyone know the procedure for manually moving these slide outs? It does not cover it in my owners manual.

 

[Rollin Ollen]

Hmmm Not getting any bites. Sorry, I don't know either but if you can determine what company manufactured the slide, you could then check their web site. It's worth a try.

 

[JBright11]

Yes, it's important to know what type of slide out you are working with, hydraulic or electric, as the process is very different.

 

[Boat Bum]

From ChatGPT:

Your 2003 Fleetwood Flair 33R most commonly came with a Power Gear electric rack-and-pinion slide-out system. The manual retraction procedure depends on whether you have the original Power Gear system or if it has been replaced, but here's the standard method for the original setup.

Before you begin​

1. Park on level ground.
2. Set the parking brake.
3. Make sure the house batteries are disconnected or the slide switch cannot be accidentally activated.
4. Have a helper if possible—the slide is heavy.

Manual retraction procedure (Power Gear rack-and-pinion)​

1. Locate the slide motor.
   
   • On the large living room slide, the motor is usually underneath the coach near the center of the slide, mounted between the frame rails.
   • You'll see an electric motor attached to a gearbox and cross shaft.
2. Release the motor brake (if equipped).
   
   • On many Power Gear motors, there is a small brake lever on the back of the motor.
   • Rotate it about 1/8 turn counterclockwise to release the brake. (LCI Support Doc)
3. Find the manual override.
   
   • Look for a hex-shaped shaft or nut on the end of the motor or the cross shaft.
   • Depending on the model, you'll typically use a 5/8-inch or 3/4-inch socket with a ratchet or breaker bar. (LCI Support Doc)
4. Turn the override to retract the room.
   
   • Turn slowly while a helper watches both sides of the slide.
   • Continue until the room is fully seated against the wall.
5. Secure the slide.
   
   • Return the brake lever to its normal position if you released it.
   • Do not travel unless the slide is fully retracted and secured. (LCI Support Doc)

If the slide won't crank​

If the shaft is extremely difficult to turn or won't move:

• Check that the battery isn't simply too weak (low voltage is a common cause).
• Inspect for a blown slide fuse or tripped breaker.
• Look for obstructions around the slide seals or underneath the room.
• If the gearbox or motor has failed internally, the motor may need to be removed before the room can be pushed in manually. (LCI Support Doc)

I can give you the exact procedure if you can tell me:​

• Is it the large living room slide or the bedroom slide?
• Is it stuck out, stuck in, or does the motor run without moving the slide?
• If possible, send a photo of the slide mechanism underneath the coach. I can identify the exact manual override point.

 

[2003Flair]

From ChatGPT:

Your 2003 Fleetwood Flair 33R most commonly came with a Power Gear electric rack-and-pinion slide-out system. The manual retraction procedure depends on whether you have the original Power Gear system or if it has been replaced, but here's the standard method for the original setup.

Before you begin​

1. Park on level ground.
2. Set the parking brake.
3. Make sure the house batteries are disconnected or the slide switch cannot be accidentally activated.
4. Have a helper if possible—the slide is heavy.

Manual retraction procedure (Power Gear rack-and-pinion)​

1. Locate the slide motor.
   • On the large living room slide, the motor is usually underneath the coach near the center of the slide, mounted between the frame rails.
   • You'll see an electric motor attached to a gearbox and cross shaft.
2. Release the motor brake (if equipped).
   • On many Power Gear motors, there is a small brake lever on the back of the motor.
   • Rotate it about 1/8 turn counterclockwise to release the brake. (LCI Support Doc)
3. Find the manual override.
   • Look for a hex-shaped shaft or nut on the end of the motor or the cross shaft.
   • Depending on the model, you'll typically use a 5/8-inch or 3/4-inch socket with a ratchet or breaker bar. (LCI Support Doc)
4. Turn the override to retract the room.
   • Turn slowly while a helper watches both sides of the slide.
   • Continue until the room is fully seated against the wall.
5. Secure the slide.
   • Return the brake lever to its normal position if you released it.
   • Do not travel unless the slide is fully retracted and secured. (LCI Support Doc)

If the slide won't crank​

If the shaft is extremely difficult to turn or won't move:

• Check that the battery isn't simply too weak (low voltage is a common cause).
• Inspect for a blown slide fuse or tripped breaker.
• Look for obstructions around the slide seals or underneath the room.
• If the gearbox or motor has failed internally, the motor may need to be removed before the room can be pushed in manually. (LCI Support Doc)

I can give you the exact procedure if you can tell me:​

• Is it the large living room slide or the bedroom slide?
• Is it stuck out, stuck in, or does the motor run without moving the slide?
• If possible, send a photo of the slide mechanism underneath the coach. I can identify the exact manual override point.

I really appreciate these instructions. I'm going to print this and keep it in my RV. I don't have any problems with my slide outs at this time (knock on wood) I just wanted to know how to do it if I ever run into this problem.
Thanks very much for all the help...