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LARGEST MANUFACTURER OF FISH HOUSES ON WHEELS IN THE WORLD!FISH HOUSE / RVOWNER’S MANUALIMPORTANT INFORMATION IS ENCLOSED!All of the information contained in this owner’s manual May Not relate to your specific Ice Castle model. Before operating your New Ice Castle Fish House / Fish House RV:Please read ALL of the important information provided in the Owner’s Packet and manuals.Ice Castle and your Ice Castle Dealer want you to have a safe and enjoyable time using yourIce Castle Fish House / RV. Reading and complying with this important information andknowing how to safely operate and maintain your Ice Castle will ensure years of enjoyment inyour new Ice Castle Fish House / RV. Be sure to read and save this and all your Ice Castle Fish House / RV individualcomponent’s manuals.They will show you how to safely operate and maintain each of the appliances in your IceCastle Fish House, have the contact information for each of the component’s manufacturesand some include warranty registrations to send in.Your Ice Castle Fish House Dealer will explain to youhow to properly use your new Ice Castle Fish House.Thank You for choosing an Ice Castle Fish HouseHAPPY FISHING, HUNTING and CAMPING in your new Ice Castle!! AMERICAN SURPLUS & MANUFACTURING, INC.Ice Castle Fish Houses Mfg.Providing Year Around Fun On & Off The Ice Since 19931
Thank You for choosing an Ice Castle Fish HouseAll of the information contained in this owner’s manual may not relate to your specific Ice Castle Model.This manual covers all Ice Castle Fish Houses and Fish House RV’s. There are manuals and booklets supplied by most ofthe individual component manufacturers of the components installed on your specific Ice Castle model included in yourOwner’s packet that will provide any additional information needed and may contain additional warranty registrationcards to be completed and sent.This owner’s manual is designed as a reference guide for the safe operation, proper care and maintenance of your newIce Castle Fish House/RV. For more complete instructions regarding safety, maintenance and operation of the individualcomponents installed and used in the manufacturing of your fish house, please carefully read each individual component’smanufacture’s manuals and booklets supplied by the individual component manufacturers and send in all manufacturer’srequired warranty registrations.NOTICE: The Component Manufacturer’s instructions, manuals and warranties precede, come first, and replace allinformation contained in this Ice Castle’s Owner’s Manual, Instructions and Warranty.Ice Castle Fish House/RV models are built using the high standards set by, and following the guidelines set forth by theRecreational Vehicle Industry Association, (RVIA), as well as complying with the requirements of applicable state andfederal agencies.Please carefully read the Ice Castle Limited Warranty. American Surplus and Manufacturing, Inc., your Ice Castle FishHouse/RV Manufacturer, has no other expressed or implied warranties of any type. You, as the owner, are responsiblefor providing proper maintenance as outlined in this manual and as set forth in this and the component manufacturer’sbooklets included in the Ice Castle Owner’s Packet.Be sure to save this and all of your Ice Castle Fish House/RV components manuals.Ice Castle and your Ice Castle Dealer want you to havea safe and enjoyable time using your new fish house.2
Table of ContentsLimited 1 Year Warranty . . 4Warranty Summary . . 5Taking Delivery of your New Ice Castle Fish House . . 5Ice Castle Dealer Responsibilities 5Ice Castle Owners Responsibilities . 6Before Moving Your Ice Castle Fish House . .Operating Your Drop Down Suspension Operation (Cable & Hydraulic). 7Drop Down Cable and Hydraulic Maintenance . . 7Tires, Tire Maintenance, Wheels (Rims), Wheel Assemblies, Axle.Wheel Lug Torque Before Each Trip ! . . . 7Wheel Bearing Maintenance . 7Tires . 8Frame and Frame Maintenance 8Proper Loading and Balancing of Trailer . . . 9Trailer and Tow Vehicle Hitch . 10Leveling Your Ice Caste Fish House . . 11Electrical . 11Exterior Trailer Running Lights . . 1112V Electric Brakes, Electric Break Away Brakes. 11Connecting To An Outside Power Source . 11Electrical Converter Operation, Breakers and Fuses 12Battery Installation, Operation and Charging . 13Smoke/Fire Detector Operation 14CO Detector Operation . 14Fire Extinguisher Operation . 14LP Hook Up and Operation . . 14-15LP Fuel Systems, Containers & LP Component Equipment. . 15LP Gas System Check . . 16Furnace & Thermostat Operation . . 16-17A/C Operation and Maintenance . 17Range/Oven/Hood Vent Operation and Maintenance . . 18-19Microwave Operation . 19Radio, TV, Satellite and Antenna Operation & Connection . 19Door and Window Operation, Emergency Exits and Maintenance . 19-20Slide Out Operation, Care & Maintenance . 20Sofa Into Sleeper, Upper Bunks and Dinette Into Bunk Operation . 20Maintenance . 21-23Condensation and Humidity . 21Prolonged Occupancy 21Frame Extrusions & Aluminum Surfaces . 22Curtain & Cushion Covers Care & Maintenance 22Roof, Siding, Windows & Doors 22Exterior Cleaning . 22Storing Your Ice Castle . 23Formaldehyde From Building Materials . 233
LIMITED 1 YEAR WARRANTYCOVERAGE: American Surplus & Manufacturing, Inc., (ASM) 3134 E. Highway 7 - P.O. Box 326, Montevideo, MN 56265,Manufacturer of Ice Castle Fish Houses and Ice Castle Fish House RV’s (Warrantor) warrants to the ORIGINALCONSUMER PURCHASER ONLY (Purchaser), when purchased from an Authorized Ice Castle Dealer, for a period of (1)one year from the of purchase (Warranty Period), that the body structure of this Ice Castle Fish House or RV shall be freeof substantial defects in materials and workmanship attributable to Warrantor.EXCLUSIONS FROM THIS WARRANTY: Warrantor expressly disclaims any responsibility for damage to the unit wheredamage is due to condensation, normal wear and tear or exposure to elements. Warrantor makes no warranty with regardto, but not limited to, the chassis including without limitation, any mechanical parts or systems of the chassis, axles, tires,tubes, and batteries, required routine maintenance, equipment and appliances, or audio and/or video equipment. Theirrespective manufacturers and suppliers may warrant some of these items. Warranty information with respect to theseitems is included with your Ice Castle Owners Packet or may be available from your dealer or the individual ComponentManufacturer.No action to enforce express or implied warranties shall be commenced without prior written notice to the manufacturerand/or warrantor at the address listed above of the alleged defect or nonconformity or the authorized repair facility's failedrepair attempt and MANUFACTURE, AT ITS DIRECT OPTION, shall have a final opportunity to remedy.WARRANTOR'S OBLIGATIONS: Warrantor will remedy substantial defects in materials and workmanship caused byWarrantor. Warrantor shall elect to remedy the defect by repair or replacement. Warranty performance can only beobtained at Warrantor’s facility (address above) or only upon prior approval from the Warrantor at Warrantor's authorizeddealer service center, at the discretion of the Warrantor. All costs incurred in transporting this recreational vehicle forwarranty service shall be borne by Purchaser. Warrantor shall remedy the defect within a reasonable amount of time, afterappointment and delivery by Purchaser. All of Warrantor's expenses in remedying the defect shall be borne by theWarrantor.PURCHASER'S OBLIGATIONS: Purchaser and Ice Castle Dealer must complete, sign and return the owner's registrationwithin (10) ten days of purchase date to validate this Warranty. The return of this registration is a condition precedent towarranty coverage; failure to return the completed registration to the Warrantor within (10) ten days from the purchase datewill invalidate this warranty. Purchaser shall deliver this recreational vehicle for warranty service within a reasonable timeafter discovery of the defect and in no event after expiration of the Warranty period, which Warranty Period is (1) one year.All expenses incurred by Purchaser in obtaining warranty service shall be borne by Purchaser. Warranty service shall,whenever possible, be scheduled with or through the selling dealer, by an appointment in order to avoid possible delays.No action to enforce express or implied warranties shall be commenced without prior written notice to the manufactureand/or warrantor at the address listed above of the alleged defect or nonconformity or the authorized repair facility's failedrepair attempt and MANUFACTURE, AT ITS DIRECT OPTION, shall have a final opportunity to remedy.EVENTS DISCHARGING WARRANTOR FROM OBLIGATION UNDER THIS WARRANTY: Misuse or neglect, includingbut not limited to failure to provide reasonable and necessary maintenance, unauthorized alteration, accident, and improperloading, use as a permanent residence, commercial use, rental or leasing of the recreational vehicle shall dischargeWarrantor from any obligation under this Warranty.PARTS AND DESIGN CHANGES: Warrantor reserves the right to change the parts and design of its recreational vehicleat any time without notice and with no obligation to maintain spare parts or make corresponding changes in its productspreviously manufactured.OWNER ASSISTANCE: Your confidence is important to us at ASM, as is maintaining a pleasant relationship with our IceCastle Dealers. ASM recognizes that there may be occasions when a warranty or service problem is not handled to yoursatisfaction, resulting in misunderstandings.After discussing the situation with your Ice Castle Dealership management, if your problem has not been resolved to yoursatisfaction we welcome you to contact ASM at the address listed above (and on the back of this manual). We will behappy to work with you and your Ice Castle Dealer to hopefully correct the situation.THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICHVARY FROM STATE TO STATE AND PROVENCE.4
Ice Castle Warranty Overviewinformation in the specific manuals included in your IceCastle Owners Packet. Please review the individualcomponent Manufacturer’s manuals in your Ice CastleOwners Packet.Ice Castle Fish House / RV comes with a 1 year warrantythat includes all material and workmanship defects thatmay occur.Taking Delivery of your New Ice Castle Fish House / RVIf you need warranty work performed by Ice Castle atAmerican Surplus’ facility, it is the owner’s responsibilityto deliver and pick up the fish house to and from ourmanufacturing facility located at: 3134 East Highway 7in Montevideo, Minnesota. Any hauling done byAmerican Surplus & MFG Inc. or anyone else that isaffiliated with ASM may be subject to a minimum chargeof 1.75 per mile.When picking up your New Ice Castle from your IceCastle Dealer you will complete two importantdocuments: the Dealer / Customer Delivery Check Listand the Ice Castle Warranty Registration Card. Theseare important documents and information. Every IceCastle Dealer and New Owner must complete the Dealer/ Customer Delivery Check List, together, and perform a‘walk-through’ of your new Ice Castle with you to ensurethat you have been shown the proper safe use and careof each component of your new fish house.Some items that are not covered by the Ice castleWarranty are: Individual Components Manufactured by others Rust on the Frame Wavy Siding caused by expanding and contractingdue to heat or cold. Any Damage or Issues caused by excessive use,abuse, neglect or misuse by the owner.Send in your Ice Castle and Individual ComponentManufactures Warranty registrations cards within ten(10) days of purchasing your Ice Castle.If you did not complete a Dealer / Customer DeliveryCheck List and Ice Castle Warranty Registration Card andperform a complete ‘walk-through’ with your Dealer,please contact your Ice Castle Dealer immediately andcomplete these important documents and instructions.Be sure to completely understand information andproper functioning of each of the components of yourNew Ice Castle to ensure you have a safe and enjoyableexperience!Failure to do so could void these important warranties.Ice Castle Dealer ResponsibilitiesPlease, contact the Ice Castle Dealer you purchasedyour Ice Castle Fish House from for ANY warrantyissues.Your Ice Castle Dealer is responsible for performing aPre-delivery inspecting of both the Ice Castle Factory andDealership installed components on your Ice Castle FishHouse for proper operation.Your Ice Castle Dealer is your important FIRST contact forany warranty or non-warranty related issues. Many IceCastle Dealers are capable of addressing and/orperforming some or all of the warranty or non-warrantyservices that may arise.Your Ice Castle Dealer is required to provide you with acomplete and thorough ‘walk-through’ of the operation,use and care of each component of your Ice Castle FishHouse before you take possession of the your Ice Castle.ASM and your Ice Castle Dealer want you to know thecomplete and safe operation of each component.You may contact your Ice Castle Dealer for help withobtaining warranty service from the individualcomponent Manufacturer. Many Ice Castle Dealers arecapable of performing warranty service for thesecompanies and/or can assist you with getting warrantyservice from the individual component Manufacturers.Your Ice Castle Dealer is required to provide you with andreview a complete Ice Castle Owner’s Manual andprovide you with Ice Castle Owner’s Packet that includesall the operation manuals and warranty registrationscards for individual components installed on your IceCastle Fish House.ORYou may also contact the Manufacturer of the individualcomponent for warranty service. You can find many ofthe individual component Manufacture’s contact5
Ice Castle Owners Responsibilities8. Make sure hitch and leaf spring cable tension isreleased (on cable drop down suspensions).9. Make sure leaf spring and hitch safety pins areinstalled (on cable drop down suspensions).10. Make sure slide-outs are retracted and secured (ifequipped).11. Make sure the deadbolt is locked on the door.12. Make sure toy hauler ramp door is secured andlocked (if equipped).13. Make sure windows are closed.14. Make sure stove hood vent damper door is locked.15. Make sure external electrical is disconnected.16. Make sure water and drain connections aredisconnected.17. Make sure upper bunks are secured.18. Make sure personal items in trailer are properlystowed and secured.19. Make sure your trailer is properly balanced and notoverweight !As the Owner of on Ice Castle Fish House, you have theresponsibility to understand the complete, safe andproper operation and maintenance of your unit and eachcomponent installed. You are responsible to properlymaintain your new Ice Castle and have periodic andpreventative maintenance performed in a timelymanner, and properly winterize your RV if necessary.Please do not ignore proper maintenance or ignoreproblems.Complete and send in all warranty registrations cards.This will ensure the individual component manufacturesenact (start) your warranty and have your contactinformation so they may contact you regarding anywarranty or recalls on their products installed on yourNew Ice Castle Fish House in a timely manner.NOTICE: Your Ice Castle Fish House was not designed tobe used as a permanent dwelling, rather for recreationaluse. Use of your Ice Castle as a permanent dwelling,rental property or commercial use may reduce orpossible void your warranty coverage.DO NOT EXCEED 55 MILES PER HOUR!!!Operating Your Ice Castle Fish House Drop DownSuspensionWARNING!!!!For your safety, before operating the winches orhydraulics on your Ice Castle Fish House, check ALLclamps and cables to guarantee they are tight and ingood working order.PRE-TRAVEL CHECK LIST FOR YOUR ICE CASTLE FISHHOUSE / RVNotice to ALL BUYER - Before traveling with your IceCastle Fish House ALWAYS:FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY CAUSESERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DEATH AND / OR DAMAGETO YOUR ICE CASLTE FISH HOUSE.1. SHUT OFF REGRIGERATOR AND ALL GAS APPLIANCESBEFORE REFUELING TOW VEHICLE!2. Check tire lug nuts to make certain that they are tighteach time you travel.3. Check tire inflation pressure and inspect tires fordamage or wear.4. Set and check trailer brake system on tow vehicle (ifequipped).5. Connect and ensure 12V to trailer break awaybraking system (if equipped).6. On Hydraulic Drop Down Suspension Fish Houses:It is recommended that you disconnect the remotependant (yellow push button remote connecteddirectly to the hydraulic pump) AND place thewireless remote in a safe storage area (not in yourpocket!!), to minimize accidental activation of theHydraulic Power Unit (HPU). Check Pump, Cylinders,Connectors and Hoses for damage or leaks. CheckPump Reservoir Fluid Level.7. Make sure hitch pin is installed (on hydraulic dropdown suspensions).Directions for DROP DOWN CABLE Hitch & Leaf SpringEquipped Ice Castle Fish HousesWhen lowering your Ice Castle Fish House, remove safetypins on hitch and leaf springs, let the front hitch winchdown first and then lower the side winches down.When lowering or raising your fish house DO NOT leanover the leaf spring stand behind the winch and standclear of the hitch, wheels and frame.Keep hands and feet clear of the frame when loweringthe front and side winches of your fish house.When raising your Ice Castle Fish House, raise both sidewinches first, then the front hitch winch, install safetypins on hitch and leaf springs, and then remove tensionfrom all the winch cables before moving the trailer.6
Directions for DROP DOWN HYDRAULIC Hitch & LeafSpring Equipped Fish Houses When lowering your Ice Castle Fish House, removesafety pin on the hitch. Keep hands and feet clear of the frame whenlowering or raising your Ice Castle Fish House andstand clear of the hitch, wheels and frame. After raising your Ice Castle Fish House install safetypin on hitch.DO NOT Use Biodegradable Hydraulic Fluid.DO NOT Mix Fluid Types.DO NOT OVERFILL THE HYDRAULIC FLUID RESEVOIR.Fluid fill level marks are on the side of the reservoir(depending on installation of pump, the fluid fill marksmay be on the back side of reservoir).Full Hydraulic Fluid Reservoir level is when fluid level isabout 1½” from top of reservoir.Add Hydraulic Fluid to Reservoir level when fluid level isabout 2” from top of reservoir.DO NOT ALLOW THE HYDRAULIC FLUID RESEVOIR TOBECOME LESS THAN ½ FULL.Tires, Tire Maintenance, Wheels (Rims), WheelAssemblies, Axle(s)Drop Down Cable and Hydraulic MaintenanceCable Drop Down / Lift System:In order to keep the cable drop down/lift system workingthroughout the year, occasionally you will need toexercise the assembly by lifting the house up and downwith the winches. While doing this, it is a good time togrease the fittings on the rotating shaft. It works the bestto take the weight off of the shaft by blocking your IceCastle Fish House / Fish House RV up, so that the greasecan work through shaft effectively. We recommend thatthis is done every few weeks throughout the year, toprevent any freeze up or rusting on the pivot arm andwinch assemblies.Wheel Lug TorqueNOTICE: SECURE ATTACHMENT OF THE WHEEL TO THEHUB/DRUM WITH A TORQUE WRENCH BEFORE EACH TRIP!DO NOT GUESS AT LUG TORQUE – USE A TORQUE WRENCH!!Make sure all of the lug nuts are secure before each trip.Inspect tires for proper inflation, uneven wear patternson the tread, cracks, foreign objects or other signs ofwear or damage.Hydraulic Drop Down / Lift System: Hydraulic oil reservoir should be checked each timebefore operating the system. Hydraulic system (pump, rams and hoses) needs tobe checked for leaks and/or damage each timebefore operating the system.Checking tires for proper inflation, lug nut tightness andtire wear is imperative to safely towing your Ice Castle.Periodic packing of the wheel bearings, inspection of thetrailer electrical and breaking system (if your model isequipped with trailer breaks) is important to thelongevity and safe operation of your Ice Castle.Use only specified hydraulic fluid in the hydraulicreservoir. Use a premium hydraulic oil to ensureoptimum performance and system life. Select oil that hasanti-wear properties, rust and oxidation inhibitors, foaminhibitors and good stability.Checking that all the running/clearance, brake and turnsignal lights are working should be done before each trip.Wheel Bearing MaintenanceNOTICE: It is imperative that trailer wheel bearings berepacked (re-greased) yearly, after periods of storageand/or every 2000 miles of travel to prolong life of huband axle assemblies.Examples of premium grade hydraulic oils: ChevronRando HDZ, Mobil DTE 10, DTE 20 series, AMSOIL, andShell Tellus.Ambient Temperature RangeISO Viscosity Grade- 20 F to 32 F (-29 C to 0 C)15** 14 F to 120 F (-10 C to 49 C)22, 32, ATF*NOTICE: THIS MUST BE DONE REGULARILY AND IS THERESPONSIBILITY OF THE OWNER TO ENSURE IT ISACCOMPLISHED.*Automotive Transmission Oils are acceptable undernormal conditions.**Aviation Oils such as Valvoline ROYCO series or MobilAero HF or HFA may be used in prolonged, extreme coldenvironments.Ice Castle Fish Houses/RV’s use tires that are 205/75/15,225/75/15 and 225/75/16 sizes. These are an ST ratedtire and are rated at a maximum speed of 65 MPH.7
TiresThe following information is provided to make tire safetya regular part of your Ice Castle Fish House Fish Houseand tow vehicle maintenance routine.Therefore, you cannot get an accurate measurement oftire pressure unless the tire is cold.Checking Tire PressureBecause tires are designed to be used on more than onetype of vehicle, tire manufacturers list the 'maximumpermissible inflation pressure' on the sidewall of the tire.The number is the greatest amount of air pressure thatshould ever be put in the tire under normal drivingconditions.It is important to check your vehicle's tire pressure atleast once a month for the following reasons: Tires lose air pressure over time. Tires can lose air suddenly if you drive over apothole, drive on ruff surfaces or strike the curb. With radial tires it is not always possible todetermine under inflation by visual inspection.For your convenience, purchase a good quality tirepressure gauge to keep in your tow vehicle.Tire MaintenanceWell maintained tires improve steering, stopping,traction, and load-carrying capability of your tow vehicleand your Ice Castle. Under or over inflated tires,overloaded (over weight) trailers, un-balance load in thetrailer and overloaded tow vehicles are a major cause oftire failure. To avoid flat tires and other types of tirefailures, inspect tires before each trip, maintain propertire pressure, observe tire’s condition, keep your loadbalanced, the weight below your fish house (GVWR &GAWR) and your tow vehicle load limits, and avoidhazardous road conditions.Know Your Vehicle's Recommended Tire Pressure andLoad Limits (GVWR & GAWR)The tire information and trailer certification labelcontains information on tires and load limits.These labels indicate the trailer frame’s manufacturer'sinformation including: Recommended tire size. Recommended tire inflation pressure. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR - the maximumoccupant and cargo weight a vehicle or trailer isdesigned to carry). Gross axle weight ratings (GAWR - the maximumweight each axle is designed to carry).Preventing Tire DamageSlow down if you have to go over a pothole, object in ora rough road.Do not run over foreign objects in the roadway and trynot to strike the curb when parking.Tire Safety Checklist Check tire pressure regularly (at least once a month andbefore each use), including any spare. Inspect tires for uneven wear patterns on the tread, cracks,foreign objects, or other signs of wear or trauma. Remove bits of glass, stones or any other foreign objectswedged in the tread. Make sure your tire’s valve stems have valve caps to keepdirt out of them. Check tire pressure before going on every trip and beforeeach leg of your trip. Do not overload your vehicle or load your trailerunbalanced. Check the tire information placard for themaximum recommended load for the vehicle (see Loadingand Balancing section of this manual). Remember that some of the weight of the loaded trailer istransferred to the towing vehicle.Understanding Tire Pressure and Load LimitsTire inflation pressure is the amount of the air in the tirethat provides it with load-carrying capacity and affectsthe overall performance of the tire and vehicle. The tireinflation pressure is a number that indicates the amountof air pressure, measured in pounds per square inch (psi)a tire requires to be properly inflated (this number is alsoexpressed in kilopascals (kpa) which is a metricmeasuring system used Internationally).Vehicle manufacturers determine this number based onthe vehicles' design load limit which is the greatestamount of weight a vehicle can safely carry and thevehicle's tire size. The proper tire pressure for yourvehicle is referred to as the 'recommended cold inflationpressure'. Tire pressure should always be measuredwhen the tire is 'cold' to get an accurate measurement.A cold tire is one that hasn't been driven on for at least 3(three) hours. As you drive, your tires get warmercausing the air pressure within the tire to increase.Frame and Frame MaintenancePeriodic maintenance of the frame includes removingrust and touching up the paint (every 6 months). This willensure your Ice Castle trailer lasts for years.8
Proper Loading and Balancing of TrailerNOTICE: Your tow vehicle and tow vehicles hitch also havea maximum towing capacity and a maximum tongue weightcapacity. Be sure that you do not exceed these weights!FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY CAUSESERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DEATH, CAN CREATEUNSAFE DRIVING CONDITIONS, AND / OR CAUSEDAMAGE TO YOUR VEHICLE AND / OR YOUR ICE CASTEFISH HOUSE / RV.NEVER EXCEED THE GVWR, FOR YOUR TOW VEHICLE, YOURLOADED ICE CASTLE FISH HOUSE’S FRAME, AXLE(S), WHEELSOR TIRE MANUFACTURER'S RECOMMENDATIONS FOR MAXLOAD WEIGHT (GVWR).Determining the weight of a vehicle includes more thanunderstanding the load limits of the tires. A weightcertification label, located on the forward half of the road sideof the unit, will indicate the gross axle weight (GAWR) and thegross vehicle weight (GVWR). This is the most weight thefully loaded vehicle can weigh. If there are multiple axles,the GAWR of each axle will be provided.GAWR (Gross Axle Weight) PLUS ( ) Tongue Weight EQUALS ( )GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight)GAWR - (Gross Axle Weight Rating) is the allowable weight,including cargo that can be safely supported by each axle.GVWR - (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) is the GAWR TongueWeight and is the maximum allowable weight of the fullyloaded trailer.Look in your Yellow Pages or the internet for truck stops,gravel pits, storage companies or recycling facilities to findcertified scales. Call in advance to determine if they offerpublic weighing service, their fees and hours of operation.TOUNGUE WEIGHTTongue Weight is the weight of the tongue as it bearsdown on the hitch of the towing vehicle. It is importantto note that the tongue weight will be added to the rearaxle weight of the tow vehicle and will reduce the frontaxle weight of the tow vehicle.Tongue weight should be determined with the RV fullyloaded as it would be for travel.Tongue weight will change when you load and how youload your Fish House.Tongue and Trailer weight and loading will directly affectthe handling of your tow vehicle.DO NOT OVERLOAD YOUR ICE CASTLE FISH HOUSE.DO NOT assume that you can fill all the water and holdingtanks and all storage areas and still be within the GVWR.THERE IS A LIMIT TO HOW MUCH WEIGHT and WHERETHAT WEIGHT CAN BE PLACED IN YOUR FISH HOUSE ANDSTILL OPERATE IT SAFELY ON THE ROAD AND NOTDAMAGE THE TRAILER OR TOW VEHICLE.You are towing a trailer, remember that some of the weightof the loaded trailer is transferred to the towing vehicle viathe trailer’s hitch (tongue weight of trailer). Proper loading& balancing of your Fish House is imperative to the safeoperation of your tow vehicle!NOTICE: Excessive, Not Enough or Negative tongueweight can cause dangerous adverse conditions in thetow vehicle, including, but not limited to, over ornegative weight for tow vehicles rear axle, underweightfor tow vehicles front axle, and could lead to unstabledriving conditions of the tow vehicle MAKING ITDANGEROUS TO DRIVE THE TOW VEHICLE AND TOWYOUR FISH HOUSE!!WHEN ESTABLISHING THE CARGO CAPACITY, WEIGH YOUREMPTY FISH HOUSE WITH THE FRESH WATER AND WASTEWATER HOLDING TANKS AS EMPTY AS POSSIBLE, LP TANKSFULL, AND NOTHING IN THE TRAILER (DO NOT PUT YOURPERSONAL BELONGINGS OR ALLOW ANYONE TO BE IN THEYOUR EMPTY CASTLE FISH HOUSE WHEN WEIGHING THEUNIT).UVW – (Unloaded Vehicle Weight) is the weight of thetrailer as manufactured at the factory. It includes thecomplete weight of the trailer axle(s), tires and thetongue. If applicable, it also includes full fluids includingLP tanks, and hydraulic pump fluids. UVW does notinclude the weight of full fresh water tanks, full holdingtanks or whatever personal items you put inside.CAR
1 LARGEST MANUFACTURER OF FISH HOUSES ON WHEELS IN THE WORLD! FISH HOUSE / RV OWNER’S MANUAL IMPORTANT INFORMATION IS ENCLOSED! All of the information contained in this owner’s manual May Not relate to your specific Ice Castle model. Before operating your New Ice Ca
