05 Major Appliances

Residential Refrigerator

The Allegro Bus is equipped with a 110 volt style residential refrigerator (Figure 0-1), which is powered from an outside source, or from the unit’s generator or inverter, which uses a 12 volt battery power supply. This unit operates as most home refrigerators do.

For further operating and maintenance instructions, refer to the operating booklet found in the Owner’s Information Package.

The inverter must be ON for the residential electric refrigerator to operate, if not connected to shore power, or if the generator is not running.

Wood Refer-Panel Refrigerator (Optional)

To accentuate the appearance of your refrigerator, a wood refer-panel option is available for the Allegro Bus.

Microwave/Convection Range

The Allegro Bus contains a microwave/convection oven (Figure 0-3). All microwave ranges operate on 120 volt AC electrical power, supplied either by the external electrical hookup or by the onboard electrical generator in the motorhome.

Touchpad controls are used for operating the convection microwave (i.e., cooking temperature, mode, power level, and cooking time). For basic operating instructions, care, and maintenance for the proper use of the microwave, refer to the specific manual in the Owner’s Information Package.

Air Filtration Fan

In the motorhome, the “exhaust” or air filtration fan (Figure 0-4) is built into the microwave, and its function is to filter the air and exhaust to the outside.

The filtration fan must be used whenever cooking is performed to filter any airborne cooking residues and heated air.

The filtration system can be used as supplemental filtration of other odors and gases including tobacco smoke, candle fumes, and related vapors. It contains filters, which can be removed and cleaned or replaced to ensure normal operation. Consult the particular owner’s manual contained in the Owner’s Information Package for more information.

True Induction Cooktop/ Wolf Cooktop (Optional)

The Allegro Bus is equipped with an induction cooktop (Figure 0-5) that requires 30 amp service, or the generator, to operate. Refer to the manufacturer’s manual for more details. When both heating element “eyes” are ON, the combined temperature is 720 degrees Fahrenheit, or 383 degrees Celsius. Each “eye” automatically adjusts to maintain the combined temperature.

The optional Wolf cooktop can run both “eyes” at maximum temperature. Refer to the manufacturer’s manual for more information.

The control panel features options on operating the following settings:

• HEATING — This is the default function of the induction cook top. When pressing ON/OFF, the heating light will illuminate and the cook top will heat the cookware at 1200 W. The heat can be adjusted by touching the UP or DOWN arrows. There are 10 levels of power, with 10 being the highest.
• TEMPERATURE — When pressing TEMP, the induction cook top will begin setting the temperature and the TEMP light will illuminate. The default temperature is 248 degrees Fahrenheit (120 degrees Celsius). The temperature can be adjusted by touching the UP or DOWN buttons.

• TIMER — When pressing TIMER, the light of the TIMER and one of the lights on HEATING/TEMP will illuminate accordingly. The cook top will enter the Time Setting mode. Five seconds after setting, the window will automatically shift to the mode display of the corresponding function. To view the countdown time, press TIMER again. The display window will show you the remaining time.

Dishwasher

The Allegro Bus might be equipped with an optional compact dishwasher (Figure 0-6). The following operating instructions can be used to operate the dishwasher:

1. Load the dishes.
2. Add any detergent and rinse-aid solution.
3. Press the POWER button to turn the dishwasher ON (pushing this button again will turn the dishwasher OFF).

4. Select Wash Program. By pressing the PROGRAM button, the desired wash cycle can be selected. The dishwasher will remember the last selection made until a newer one is selected.
5. Check to ensure that the drain filter is flush with the filter plate and the spray arm can rotate within the dishwasher freely without impacting anything.
6. Start the dishwasher by closing the dishwasher door; then press the START/PAUSE button to begin the washing cycle. This button also has a DELAY START function.
7. Pause the dishwashing cycle, if desired, by pressing the START/PAUSE button; wait for three beeps to be heard, and then open the dishwasher. Restart the dishwasher (after closing the door) by pressing the START/PAUSE button.

8. Finish the dishwashing cycle by noting when the dishwasher beeps six times to indicate the end of the wash cycle. At the end of the washing cycle, the drying fan will continue to run for a predetermined time or until the door is opened. The drying fan assists in drying the washed contents and actually uses very little electrical energy in the process. It is normal for some water to remain in the drain filter area after the wash cycle is completed.

To ensure that the dishwasher is properly locked for travel, follow the steps below:

• Push the center control located on the face of the dishwasher until it blinks green. Press the key button to the right of the center button until it turns red and compresses. This denotes that the dishwasher is in “lock down” mode.
• To decompress the dishwasher, push the key button for five (5) seconds.

Stacked Washer/Dryer

Your Allegro Bus might be equipped with an optional stacked washer/dryer (Figure 0-7). The optional stacked washer/dryer can operate on 30 or 50 amp service.

For specific information regarding the use of the stacked washer/dryer, consult the owner’s manuals found in the Owner’s Information Package.

Due to Tiffin Motorhomes’ commitment to continuous research and development, some units might also contain major appliances manufactured by other companies other than what is shown in the figures of this section. Refer to the information in your Owner’s Information Package for more information on your coach brands.