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The water heater operates under the following conditions:

• There is 120 Volt AC supplied from either

shore power or the generator.

• Both the manual and electronic valve LP tank

valves are open.

• The battery cut-off switch at the entry door is

ON.

• The house batteries are fully charged.

LP-Gas Operations:

• Open and turn on the LP-Gas valves. 
• Turn the water heater switch (located on the

hall panel) to the ON position. The water
heater will make an audible "roar" from the
burner when ignited. The small indicator
light will illuminate briefly then go out once the water heater
ignites. The indicator light will glow steady when the ignition
cycle has gone into "lock-out."

NOTE: It is not recommended to operate the water heater on

LP-Gas while the motorhome is in transit.

WARNING: IF YOU SMELL GAS extinguish all open flames

and turn off the main gas supply. Liquid propane is highly

volatile, highly explosive and extremely dangerous.

Explosion, fire, property damage, injury or death can result.

Propane is a "heavy" gas and will lay on the floor and

"hide" in corners. Open all windows and doors. Do not touch

any electrical switches. They may cause a spark that can

ignite. Evacuate the motorhome and shut off the LP valve.

Contact a qualified service center to have the problem cor-

rectly diagnosed and repaired before resuming operation.

The 120 Volt AC Operations:

• Have either shore power or the generator

supplying AC voltage.

• Turn on the water heater switch located

on the hall panel.

• Locate the small 

ON/OFF

switch at the

back of the water heater and switch to ON.

• The heating process occurs at a quicker

rate with both LP-Gas and 120 Volt AC
operations activated.

Appliances

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DIPLOMAT

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Summary of Contents for 2002 Diplomat

Page 1: ...date or the first 24 000 miles of use whichever occurs first In addition the Limited Warranty provided by Warrantor covers the steel or aluminum frame structure of the sidewalls excluding slide outs r...

Page 2: ...2 you deliver your Motorhome to Warrantor or Warrantor s authorized servicing dealer at your cost and expense It is reasonable to expect some service items to occur during the warranty period Warrant...

Page 3: ...s This Limited Warranty does not cover any motorhome sold or registered outside of the United States or Canada items which are added or changed after the motorhome leaves Warrantor s possession items...

Page 4: ...CONSEQUENTIAL AND INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SHALL BE DEEMED INDEPENDENT OF AND SHALL SURVIVE ANY FAILURE OF THE ESSENTIAL PURPOSE OF ANY LIMITED REMEDY Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation o...

Page 5: ...D WARRANTY AND ARE LIMITED IN SCOPE OF COVERAGE TO THOSE PORTIONS OF THE ROADMASTER CHASSIS COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY There is no warranty of any nature made by Warrantor beyond that contained...

Page 6: ...successful repair attempts have been made to correct any covered defect that you believe substantially impairs the value use or safety of your motorhome you must to the extent permitted by law notify...

Page 7: ...ering shall discharge Warrantor from any express or implied warranty obligation to repair any resulting defect THE ORIGINAL RETAIL PURCHASER OF THE ROADMASTER CHASSIS AND ANY PERSON TO WHOM THE ROADMA...

Page 8: ...result The beauty lies in these natural variations of color and grain that give each cabinet its own individual charm The beauty of these products is protected with a furniture quality exterior finis...

Page 9: ...Safety 3 Care Maintenanc ce 4 4 Applianc ces 5 Eq quipment 6 Water Systems 7 LP G Gas Systems 8 Elec ctric cal Systems House 9 9 Elec ctric cal Systems Chassis 10 Chassis Information 1 General Informa...

Page 10: ...otice and without incurring obligation Copyright 2000 Monaco Coach Corporation All rights reserved The Diplomat is a trademark of Monaco Coach Corporation All other trademarks or registered trademarks...

Page 11: ...4 TAKING DELIVERY 14 Monaco Coach Responsibilities 14 Dealer Responsibilities 14 Customer Responsibilities 15 SERVICE SUGGESTIONS 15 OWNER S RECORD SERIAL NUMBERS 17 OWNER S RECORD PERSONAL PROPERTY 1...

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Page 13: ...ications are available which list these dumping stations When stopped for the night the Monaco Coach motorhome is built to be safely parked in any spot that is relatively level and where the ground is...

Page 14: ...aced in the motorhome at the time of shipment to the dealership The dealer must perform additional pre delivery inspections and system checks assist in the customer s understanding of the Limited Warr...

Page 15: ...akes sense to make a mid week appointment whenever possible Ask your dealer if additional time is needed for check in and completion of paperwork If you are having warranty work done be sure to have y...

Page 16: ...into the service work area Check out the service or repair job when you pick up your motorhome and notify the service manager of any dissatisfaction If circumstances prevent returning for immediate co...

Page 17: ..._________________ Range Model Serial Number __________________________________________________ Located under top burner plate Microwave Model Serial Number ____________________________________________...

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Page 20: ...n com Batteries Interstate 800 272 6548 www interstatebatteries com Brake Anti Lock Brake System Eaton 800 826 4357 www eaton com Citizen Band Radio C B Cobra 733 889 3087 www cobraelec com Carbon Mon...

Page 21: ...www fleetguard com Home Theater Optional Sony 800 222 7669 www sony com Inverter Heart Interface 800 446 6180 www heartinterface com Leveling Jacks Hydraulic RVA 760 746 5732 Liquefied Petroleum Prote...

Page 22: ...Tire Rubber 800 399 2772 www goodyear com Toilet Thetford 800 521 3032 www thetford com Transfer Switch Lyght Power Systems 219 295 0229 www lyghtpower com Transmission Allison Transmission 800 524 23...

Page 23: ...f Air Pressure 46 How Much Air Should I Carry in My Tires 47 Tire Pressure Inflation Guidline 47 WEIGHT TERMS 48 Weight Chart 50 WEIGHING THE MOTORHOME 51 TIRE CHART 54 Inspecting Pressure 55 Tire Rot...

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Page 25: ...dashboard may contain more gauges and controls than are normally found in passenger automobiles Become familiar with these gauges and their indications before starting out All occupants must be furnis...

Page 26: ...hill use the exhaust or engine brake The transmission and engine will help control downhill speed and can extend the service life of the brake lining The distance required to stop the motorhome is gre...

Page 27: ...ing turned This will aid in avoiding a premature turn Make the turn slowly Check mirrors frequently being aware of the motorhome s necessary clearance and space management while negotiating the turn L...

Page 28: ...is increased if tires are worn or improperly inflated Be aware that heavy rain or deep standing water can affect brake application causing them to apply unevenly or grab Refueling Truck stops are goo...

Page 29: ...tart on the cooling process Pre cool items prior to loading the refrigerator NOTE Upon arrival turn the inverter OFF and switch ice maker operation to LP Gas or hook the motorhome to shore power If ne...

Page 30: ...loads or other misuse Do not use the motorhome to tow anything until it has been driven 500 miles 800 kilometers Weight pushing down on the rear hitch must not exceed 10 of the hitch capacity It is re...

Page 31: ...ON For more detailed instructions see the manufacturer s man ual Systems Features Overview The system is designed to provide the driver with a view of the rear of the motorhome The field of view is 1...

Page 32: ...le Refasten the camera housing cover and seal using an appropriate sealant Whether you are a long time owner of recreational vehicles or just someone starting out backing up can be a challenge Followi...

Page 33: ...maintain sight of the driver through the road side mirror as the front of the motorhome maneuvers If the driver loses sight of the co pilot stop the backing up process until the co pilot returns to v...

Page 34: ...tting the motorhome and tow vehicle in a backing situation To back up this combination completely disconnect the tow vehicle from motorhome Trying to back up the motorhome with a tow vehicle connected...

Page 35: ...and the bay doors directly under the slide room must be closed CAUTION Before leveling the motorhome survey the area around and under the motorhome for obstructions which can damage the motorhome or...

Page 36: ...g button for the item desired A phone connection port is provided in the service center Phone utility outlets are placed throughout the motorhome including a phone line attached to the satellite recei...

Page 37: ...lenty of dry camping locations with suitable sites that can accommodate a motorhome Confirm with the campground host that a particular facility is appropriate Arrive at the campground during daylight...

Page 38: ...torhome A large size flashlight positioned at the front door is perfect for navigating through the coach during the dark of night without having to use the interior lights If interior lights are neede...

Page 39: ...ower and the inverter because battery power will be consumed quickly Use the generator to operate the microwave It is healthy for the generator to run under a strong load such as the microwave Allow t...

Page 40: ...MAT 2 4 0 VOLTAGE SPECIFIC GRAVITY STATE OF CHARGE DEPTH OF DISCHARGE 12 66 1 265 100 0 12 45 1 225 75 25 12 25 1 19 50 50 12 05 1 145 25 75 11 9 1 1 0 100 Battery State of Charge vs Voltage Specific...

Page 41: ...ll help flush the solids from the drain hose Disconnect the sewer hose flush hose with clean water from non potable hose store the hose Install the sewer cap Fill the fresh water tank using the potabl...

Page 42: ...off interior lights Turn off water heater water pump and furnace Walk through the interior and check for any unsecured items Turn the interior lighting off Check the fuel level gauge Check all other...

Page 43: ...characteristics and visibility For example The standard placement is 10 feet 100 feet and 200 feet from the rear of the motorhome when on a divided highway or one way road On a two way road with traf...

Page 44: ...parallel That is positive to positive and negative battery to nega tive chassis Always connect your positive before the negative and discon nect the negative before the positive to prevent arcing When...

Page 45: ...ructural member Never allow anyone to go under a motorhome while it is being lifted by towing equipment unless the disabled motorhome is adequately supported by safety stands Do not tow the motorhome...

Page 46: ...g that supports the motorhome and its contents In addition since the tire is the only contact the motorhome has with the road surface it must provide other functions such as traction for moving stoppi...

Page 47: ...timum ride and handling A tire inflation chart listing proper inflation for different loading conditions of various size tires is contained in this section of the manual Monaco Coach inflates the tire...

Page 48: ...ible for a motorhome to be within the GVWR yet overloaded on an axle It is even possible for one wheel position to be overloaded even though the GAWR has not been exceeded For this reason if there is...

Page 49: ...inus UVW Gross Combined Weight Rating GCWR GCWR means value specified by motorhome manufacturer as maximum allowable loaded weight of this motorhome with its towed trailer or towed vehicle Gross Axle...

Page 50: ...motorhome 4 CONSULT OWNER MANUAL S FOR SPECIFIC WEIGHING INSTRUCTIONS AND TOWING GUIDELINES Factory installed options do not include dealer installed after market equipment WARNING DO NOT EXCEED THE...

Page 51: ...out room each tire on any axle must be inflated to the same pressure The wheel position carrying the most weight will determine the tire inflation pressure for each tire of that particular axle Scale...

Page 52: ...o scale B D GAWR 2 Example If rear axle GAWR is 13 000 lbs GAWR 2 would be 6 500 lbs Weigh the driver s side rear corner scale B and record the scale reading next to Gross Axle Weight GAW for scale B...

Page 53: ...out motorhome Slide rooms must be in the retracted position Record the gross axle weight ratings GAWR and the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR Weigh and record the weight placed on each tire If neces...

Page 54: ...4300 4190 4455 4335 4610 4410 G 4675 G 255 70R22 5 75 D S 3585 3815 3765 4005 3970 4190 4110 4370 4275 4550 4410 4675 4455 4895 4610 5065 4675 5205 5070 H 5510 H 265 75R22 5 75 D S 4040 4070 4205 425...

Page 55: ...and make sure they are within a couple of pounds of each other on the same axle does not apply to slide out equipped motorhomes Never let air out of a hot tire To check or maintain the inflation press...

Page 56: ...a tire rotation the inflation pressures should be checked and adjusted for the actual loads of the wheel position accordingly Tires are covered by the tire manufacturer Monaco is not responsible for t...

Page 57: ...PSI However this is not always possible with a few simple steps the aging effects from long term storage or a non use period can be reduced Thoroughly clean the tires Unload the motorhome so there is...

Page 58: ...is will not improve the nut performance Excessive lubricant makes the nuts hard to handle attracts dirt to the nuts and may cause unsightly appearance to the wheel Only used nuts need to be lubricated...

Page 59: ...mes first If air wrenches are used they must be periodically calibrated for the proper torque output Use a torque wrench to check the air wrench output and adjust the line pressure for the correct tor...

Page 60: ...Driving Safety DIPLOMAT 2 6 0 VIEWS FRONT VIEWS REAR...

Page 61: ...MAT 2 6 1 VIEWS ROADSIDE OM010674c eps OM010673 eps VIEWS CURBSIDE Locations may vary from model to model Identify each by their specific views Locations may vary from model to model Identify each by...

Page 62: ...rating The LED will flash every minute showing the battery is supplying power A load alarm will sound when a production of combustion is sensed NOTE The unit will not operate without a battery A batte...

Page 63: ...e smoke alarm is within the warranty period and the terms indicate the nature of the problem return the unit Smoke detectors beyond the warranty period cannot be economically repaired The LP Gas detec...

Page 64: ...ll sound whenever a dangerous level of propane or methane gas is detected The detector will continue to alarm until the gas clears or the TEST MUTE switch is pressed Procedures To Take During An Alarm...

Page 65: ...y include a slight headache nausea vomiting and fatigue Symptoms for medium exposure may include a severe throbbing headache drowsiness confusion and fast heart rate Extreme exposure can result in unc...

Page 66: ...noxide The alarm horn will sound continuously until the RESET switch is reset When the alarm sounds have the detector and the motorhome checked by an authorized service technician as soon as possible...

Page 67: ...the agent Sweep the spray from left to right until totally extinguished An egress window is designated for use as an exit in the case of an emergency Inside the motorhome the egress window is easily i...

Page 68: ...Driving Safety DIPLOMAT 2 6 8 NOTES...

Page 69: ...ections 75 INTERIOR CARE 76 Fabrics 76 FABRIC SPECIFICATIONS CHARTS 79 Care Cleaning 79 Vinyl 81 Leather 83 Floors Carpet Cleaning 84 Floor Tile 85 Shower Cleaning 86 Ceilings 86 Wall Coverings 87 Cou...

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Page 71: ...t finish can be extended if properly cared for Periodic cleaning will help preserve the paint finish The motorhome is painted with a base coat clear coat system The clear coat is a polyurethane based...

Page 72: ...cting a product for use follow the product manufacturer s recommended application instructions Types of Products Glazes Glazes are generally used to fill very fine scratches in the clear coat being ap...

Page 73: ...s in cleaning must be used to obtain the maximum service years out of the tires Use a soft brush and a mild detergent to clean the tires If a dressing product is used to protect the tires from aging u...

Page 74: ...e only automotive type products that are recommended for use on painted surfaces and fiberglass Observe the warning rec ommendations and directions printed on the container of any agent being used The...

Page 75: ...ed dealers WARNING Some products may contain hazardous materials which require special handling Read labels carefully Follow all of the product manufacturer s safety requirements Sealant Types Acryl R...

Page 76: ...ers of the slide out room The materi al is specially formulated to allow paint adhesion Spray Foam This product is used as a sealant where a hole has been made for items such as water lines or wires t...

Page 77: ...c with pure solvents petroleum distillate based products such as Energine Carbona Renuzit or similar products may be used in a well ventilated room Cleaning only by a professional furniture cleaning s...

Page 78: ...maximum should be used Do not exceed three to five minutes time on the synthetic cycle If washed at 160 F the maximum temperature which can be used to dry is 140 F Hang or fold immediately after dryin...

Page 79: ...Room Pillow Headboard Bed Room Lambrequin Pearl Natural 100 Polyester WS Windshield Tumbleweed RVAA New Oyster Leather Leather Tumbleweed New Oyster Vinyl Vinyl Lancaster 222 5585 72 Acrylic 18 Polye...

Page 80: ...d Room Accent Bed Room Pillow Headboard Bed Room Lambrequin Pearl Natural 100 Polyester WS Windshield Tumbleweed RVAA Taupe Leather Leather Tumbleweed Taupe Vinyl Vinyl F 0109433 0 1130031 16 Polyeste...

Page 81: ...mild detergents in accor dance with the manufacturer s instructions Mr Clean or Fantastik Full strength rubbing alcohol or mineral spirits may be tried cautiously as a last resort on very stubborn st...

Page 82: ...int can be gently scraped away Rinse with soap and water NOTE Paint strippers will remove the print pattern and damage the vinyl if it comes in direct contact Latex Paint Fresh paint can be wiped off...

Page 83: ...left untreated The frequency of cleaning and proce dures used depend upon the amount of use and the environ mental conditions in which the vinyl is subjected Vinyl tears or holes can be temporarily co...

Page 84: ...if it contains acetone C Detergent Solution Mix two cups of cold water and 1 8 teaspoon mild liquid detergent no lanolin non bleach D Warm Water Lukewarm tap water E Vinegar Solution One cup white vin...

Page 85: ...or a cloth to clean tiles and maintain their luster If moderate staining occurs cleaning with a window cleaner such as Windex should do the job If preferred use a mild solution of hot water and all pu...

Page 86: ...nt Apply a new sealant which can be found at recre ational vehicle supply stores The ceiling of the motorhome can be a variety of materials or fabrics many of which require little care or maintenance...

Page 87: ...all inconspicuous portion of the wallcovering to make sure that the cleaner does not affect the color or gloss of the wall covering Normal dirt Remove normal dirt using a mild soap or detergent and wa...

Page 88: ...ter or ammonia based cleaner Water marks Wipe with damp cloth and towel dry Difficult stains Use soft scrub and a Grey Scotchbrite Pad Disinfecting Occasionally wipe surface with diluted household ble...

Page 89: ...oint the water vapor in the air condenses and changes to liquid form Controlling Moisture Condensation Reduce or eliminate interior moisture condensation during cold weather by using the following ste...

Page 90: ...iod of thirty days or less Properly preparing the motorhome during periods of short term storage will make bringing the motorhome out of storage a much easier process Winterize the plumbing system if...

Page 91: ...me house or car is vulnerable to the moisture and oxidation processes inherent in the environment There are preventative measures which should be taken and preferable situations to use when storing a...

Page 92: ...tion occurs on the chassis and flooring Moisture can eventually seep into the interior Further the type of surface can affect the tires Gravel covered parking areas still allow moisture to evaporate f...

Page 93: ...aterial which will develop a microbe growth black slime Fuel stabilizers may be added to help prevent the microbe growth Consult the Cummins manual or a Cummins distributor for further detailed inform...

Page 94: ...ntifreeze down all drains Refrigerator Clean and leave both doors propped open Cover the exterior panels and roof vents Batteries Add distilled water and recharge if needed If applica ble disconnect t...

Page 95: ...e compressor makes unusual noises have the system checked by a qualified air conditioner technician Shut the engine down Adjust or add fluids as necessary Inspect the engine for fluid leaks Look under...

Page 96: ...as tank inspected Operate each LP Gas appliance Observe all burner pilot flames for proper color and size Inspect and clean the interior Check the sealant around all roof and body seams and windows Re...

Page 97: ...05 Operation 108 Microwave Cooking 109 Convection Cooking 111 Tips 112 Care Cleaning 113 COOKTOP 113 Operation 113 Lighting Top Burners 114 Burner Grate 114 Tips 115 Cleaning Maintenance 115 OUTSIDE B...

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Page 99: ...blems that may arise A standard household refrigerator uses a different type of refrigerant In a household refrigerator the compressor pumps refrigerant vapor into a condenser where the heat from the...

Page 100: ...depending on use Over time the BTU rating can change which will affect the refrigerator s performance Ambient air temperature and humidity can also affect its performance and function The BTU rating...

Page 101: ...turned off House battery power will be quickly consumed when using the inverter to operate the ice maker on AC electric At location hook to shore power start the generator or switch refrigerator oper...

Page 102: ...fresh food compartment A 12 Volt DC power supply is necessary to maintain the operating control functions of the refrigerator ON OFF Button Starts and shuts down the refrigerator If the refrigerator...

Page 103: ...he refrigerator is operating on LP Gas 3 After the refrigerator is operating press the TEMP SET button and adjust to the desired temperature ON OFF Button Press this button to turn the refrigerator ON...

Page 104: ...t NOTE Do not use the first one or two trays of ice if the refrigerator has been in storage Ice cubes may have contami nates Do not operate the ice maker without water pressure supplied to the refrige...

Page 105: ...owave s two speed ventilation fan The fan draws air in from the bottom of the microwave through a pair of grease filters then discharges the filtered air out through a charcoal filter at the top The v...

Page 106: ...is a microwave cookbook Many will contain information about cooking principles techniques hints and recipes Ensure food is in the microwave during operation to absorb the microwave energy The magnetro...

Page 107: ...ge area for cookbooks or other items Avoid steam burns by directing steam away from face and hands FOOD DO DO NOT Eggs Sausages Puncture egg yolks before cooking to prevent bursting Cook eggs in shell...

Page 108: ...s with a safety lock feature This feature prevents the oven from operating accidentally To use this feature Press the CUSTOM HELP pad Press the 1 pad Press the START TOUCH ON pad The oven is now locke...

Page 109: ...rom a heated cooktop it can not be manually turned off Turn off the microwave AC circuit breaker to prevent the flame from getting up into the microwave and spreading the fire NOTE When cooking in con...

Page 110: ...od back into oven and press the KEEP WARM pad Defrosting Defrosting can be done on manual time selection or use the microwave s CompuDefrost Manual Defrost Press the POWER LEVEL pad Select number 3 fo...

Page 111: ...he oven CompuBroil The CompuBroil cooking method has programs preset for common foods like hamburgers steaks chicken and fish Temperature and time are preset depending on the food quantity The amount...

Page 112: ...ot compatible for microwave Hand painted china commonly contains traces of metal To test utensil for microwave compatibility place it in the microwave with an 8 oz plastic cup of water Set the microwa...

Page 113: ...ilter Use a scrub brush to remove caked on grease Rinse the filter thoroughly and shake it dry Place the filter back into the opening tip it upward and slide it to the end of the opening Lock it in pl...

Page 114: ...the oven is in operation The burner grate is attached to the cooktop cover by two spring clips located on the underside of the cooktop cover The burner grate can be separated from the cooktop cover fo...

Page 115: ...ean Wash rinse and dry with a soft cloth Thoroughly clean the cooktop when it is cool Use a dry cloth or paper towel while the surface is warm to the touch to clean splatters or spills Cleaning will b...

Page 116: ...uick disconnect fit ting valve and open grill lid Contact a qualified service center to have the problem correctly diagnosed and repaired before resuming grill operation WARNING Do not store or use ga...

Page 117: ...o grill control valve If a leak is detected turn gas off at main LP tank and contact a qualified service center for repairs Lighting the Grill Raise the lid of grill before lighting Locate lighting ho...

Page 118: ...e 1 and Zone 2 Pressing the zone button toggles the zone selection The selected zone number flashes while the other remains steady Pressing the UP or DOWN buttons controls the temperature range for an...

Page 119: ...air conditioners in heat pump mode the principals of air conditioning reverse The refrigerant flow reverses blowing heated air into the interior of the motorhome NOTE The air conditioning system will...

Page 120: ...one selection is the first step in utilizing the comfort control Press the ZONE button to select Zone 1 or 2 for programming purposes The zone currently in programming will flash while the other zone...

Page 121: ...spark which can ignite Keep all open flames spark producing devices and smoking material out of the area Contact a qualified service center to have the prob lem correctly diagnosed and repaired before...

Page 122: ...ng have the furnace checked or serviced It is advisable to use the furnace to heat the inside of the motorhome during transit Outside temperature can vary to extreme cold The dash heater may not provi...

Page 123: ...k An anode is not necessary NOTE The automatic ignition circuit board will make three attempts to light the burner If the burner does not light by the third attempt the ignition circuit board will go...

Page 124: ...the water heater pressure reaches 150 psi This can be related to the fact the motorhome utilizes a closed system A dis charge is a normal occurrence and is not necessarily a faulty valve The water hea...

Page 125: ...transit WARNING IF YOU SMELL GAS extinguish all open flames and turn off the main gas supply Liquid propane is highly volatile highly explosive and extremely dangerous Explosion fire property damage...

Page 126: ...ese settings the valve may drip until the pressure has dropped Avoid opening the T P valve manually as it may continue to leak Most hardware stores carry the valves WARNING Before beginning any servic...

Page 127: ...ct the clothes dryer exhaust duct to any other duct vent or chimney Do not terminate the exhaust duct beneath the motorhome Be sure to use proper length fastener when attaching exhaust vent to exterio...

Page 128: ...ry cleaning solvents or other flammable or explosive substances to the wash water Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or similar textured rubber like materials Clean the lint screen...

Page 129: ...ghs approximately 185 lbs Proper accommodations should be made to avoid risk of injury To winterize your washer dryer follow the instructions below to avoid damage to your unit due to freezing 1 Run t...

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Page 131: ...EXTEND FIXED DINETTE 166 STORAGE UNDER BED 166 INTRODUCTION 133 ENTRY STEP 133 Operation 133 Tips 134 STEPWELL COVER 134 Adjustments 134 ENTRY DOOR 135 Latch Adjustment 135 Screen Door Removing Screen...

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Page 133: ...and lock in the down position with the under step light on The step will retract when the door is closed 4 The step is equipped with a power switch When the switch is turned off the step should remai...

Page 134: ...e dual action air cylinder moving the stepwell cover in or out The stepwell cover will not operate without suffi cient air pressure approximately 60 psi CAUTION The stepwell cover is under air pressur...

Page 135: ...tch should move to the second position with just slight pressure applied to the entry door Upper and lower latches should be evenly timed Press on the entry door to see if there is any further movemen...

Page 136: ...ition key is in the OFF position Apply the park brake The storage bay doors under the slide out must be closed Locate the slide out room control switch located in the immedi ate area Press and hold th...

Page 137: ...from operating the slide out room with the LOCK R left in posi tion To Retract the Slide Out Room Check for sufficient clearance inside the motorhome before retracting the slide out room Clean the flo...

Page 138: ...rs if applicable from top of compartments to gain access to drive shaft and drive mechanisms 3 To move the slide out room move the lever on the motor counter clockwise to release motor brake and turn...

Page 139: ...r or extra closet rod 2 Locate the slide out control switch located in the immediate area 3 Press and hold the slide out room switch in the OUT position The slide out room will move slowly to the OUT...

Page 140: ...ue the room movement push and hold the switch in 5 When the room is fully retracted release the switch The room will lock into position 6 After the slide out room is retracted place the two turnbuckle...

Page 141: ...ars to prevent the room from creeping 5 Take the motorhome to an authorized dealer for service The slide out system has been designed to require very little maintenance To ensure the long life of the...

Page 142: ...on the slide out system unless the bat tery is disconnected NOTE Do not leave the slide out in the extended position dur ing severe weather Conditions such as high winds or heavy rain may cause damag...

Page 143: ...m the rebound resulting in a split or double image In this case the picture may be improved by no amplification or even lowering the antenna NOTE Do not move the motorhome with antenna in the raised p...

Page 144: ...e left side of the VCR The motorhome is equipped with cable TV and telephone hook ups located in the electrical service center For convenience there are auxiliary outlets located at the co pilot seat...

Page 145: ...he TV1 group This will direct the sig nal from the antenna to the front TV To Watch the front TV Using the antenna press the ANT button in the the TV1 group Using the shore cable press the AUXILIARY b...

Page 146: ...ter conductor and outside threaded ring If continuity is pres ent the coax is shorted To test for an open connection of a par ticular coax run touch each end of the coax s ground or center con ductor...

Page 147: ...ACU Press EXIT to return to standard viewing Using the VCR remote turn the VCR ON Press the VCR button Press the INPUT button L or LINE will be displayed on the VCR Using the video selector box press...

Page 148: ...entry door Turn ON the radio power switch at the dash panel To turn radio on push the SRC POWER OFF button To turn radio off push and hold the SCR POWER OFF but ton for at least one second Radio has a...

Page 149: ...This button is used to select the audio function volume treble bass balance or fade to be adjusted using the Level Control Pressing the Select button once will set the unit for volume adjustment VOL w...

Page 150: ...tune one frequency step higher Similarly each tap of the left arrow button will tune one frequency step lower To manually tune in a station tap the button of the appropriate direction until the desir...

Page 151: ...REPEAT PLAY SELECTOR RPT During disc play press this button to repeat the play of the selected track RPT will appear on the display panel Play of the track will continue to repeat until the button is...

Page 152: ...ll in air or extract air from the motorhome depending on how the IN OUT switch was set The IN OUT switch controls the direction of the fan rotation There are three basic controls located on the ceilin...

Page 153: ...obtain the maximum airflow especially on hot sunny days Close all the roof vents The area between the open window s and the Fantastic Vent supplies the maximum airflow and providing the most comfort N...

Page 154: ...sing the Fan Vent Direct the airflow by slightly opening the window s on the shaded side of the motorhome to obtain the maximum airflow especially on hot sunny days Close all the roof vents The area b...

Page 155: ...easier access The motorhome must be level before opening There are two latch releases lift and hold up to release one pull outward while pulling on the super slide to release the other The maximum we...

Page 156: ...ap slightly to opposite side allow ing awning to roll back up into position Lock awning in position by raising lock up all the way CAUTION When the awning is at full extension do not allow the awning...

Page 157: ...the hole First raise the lock handles on the main side Next raise the lock handles to the entry door Go to the other awning arm and do the same Make sure the awning is straight To Retract The Patio A...

Page 158: ...arm away from the motorhome to an upright position 4 Raise the rear arm extension lock handle all the way up to the unlocked position Extend the arm to position the awning at the desired height and lo...

Page 159: ...wning weathers these holes will normally seal themselves It is normal for slight leakage to occur through the fabric where water is allowed to accumulate or pocket on the fabric See Storm Precautions...

Page 160: ...d hardware Turn the One Touch key to the ON posi tion Depress and hold the momentary switch to EXTEND Motor will automatically stop at full extension Allow 14 seconds for awning to reach full extensio...

Page 161: ...or above Verify proper electrical connection from the awning motor to the side of the motorhome Emergency Retract Procedure If the One Touch awning fails to retract and proper DC voltages have been ve...

Page 162: ...m and slide out awning should be retracted during heavy winds or rain Rain can be driven up under the slide out awning and into the motorhome The slide out awning should be retracted in high wind cond...

Page 163: ...awning looking new Once cleaned make sure the awning is rinsed thoroughly and is dried before storing DO NOT USE BLEACH Periodically check all fasteners to make sure they remain tight If fasteners bec...

Page 164: ...stored safely until the bed is converted back to a sofa Release the lock on the right side of metal bar grasp the front metal bar and lift up pulling out on the bar slightly until the leg of the bed i...

Page 165: ...e booth dinette easily converts into a bed Lift seat cushions to an angled vertical position With a firm grip lift front edge of the table approximately six inches and push table leg lock to side Swin...

Page 166: ...located under the bed locate and unlock the bed deck latches Lift up the bed by the front edge of the mattress platform Gas struts hold the mattress and platform open NOTE Do not over stress gas strut...

Page 167: ...Tanks 175 What Not to Put in Waste Holding Tanks 175 Proper Waste Disposal 175 Connecting to Available Sewer Hook Up 176 TOILET 176 Operating Instructions 176 Trouble Shooting 177 Cleaning 177 Mainten...

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Page 169: ...nsists of fresh water tank water pump gravity fill connection water filter and a city fresh water connection Use the water hose that is marked for potable water use only Care of the hose is a must Aft...

Page 170: ...unattended while filling the fresh water tank The light marked F should start to blink as a warning that the fresh water tank is almost full Return to the service center When the fresh water tank is f...

Page 171: ...over 55 psi pounds per square inch Excessive water pressure may cause leaks in water lines and or damage the water heater The water pump is used to pressurize the fresh water system when it is not con...

Page 172: ...tems along with other particulars of the system The water pump will not start blows the circuit Check the electrical connections fuse breaker main switch and ground connection Is the motor hot The the...

Page 173: ...installed without the cartridge placed in the unit The unit s ADC Cartridge can easily be installed by following the instructions on the cartridge wrapper A fresh replacement cartridge is needed when...

Page 174: ...ing procedure to disinfect water system Prepare a chlorine bleach solution using 1 gallon water and 1 4 cup of chlorine bleach Use 1 gallon of solution for every 15 gallons of tank capacity Example Ad...

Page 175: ...l dissolve plastic Do not put large table scraps in the tanks They could get stuck in or damage the valve seals Do not flush facial tissues They are treated chemically to strengthen them and will not...

Page 176: ...k valve must be closed at all times except when dumping One thing to consider prior to dumping the holding tanks is to allow enough fluid to accumulate in the grey tank before dumping Dump the black t...

Page 177: ...e in the flush drain The toilet should be cleaned regularly for maximum sanitation and operational efficiency Clean the toilet bowl with a mild bathroom cleaner Do not use chlorine or caustic chemical...

Page 178: ...vaporate and allow odor into motorhome If odor is detected run water into sinks shower and clothes washer to fill drain traps The auto vent by design is to assist in the flow of water in the drain lin...

Page 179: ...f solids it is best to dump the black tank when it is at least 50 full If it is necessary to dump the black tank when the level is below 50 add water by using the sewage tank flush system until a 50 r...

Page 180: ...emical These chemicals are readily available at any recreational vehicle sup ply store The chemicals are poured into the holding tank through the toilet Mix the chemicals with approximately one gallon...

Page 181: ...the motorhome using the lighted switch When temperatures lower to the operat ing range of the snap disc and the snap disc closes the switch will illumi nate WARNING The battery disconnect switches mu...

Page 182: ...approximately 25 amps Be sure the motorhome is plugged into shore power to prevent house battery discharge The factory can install an optional cold weather package that consists of one 12 Volt electr...

Page 183: ...age the lines 1 Remove water filter cartridge and replace filter with diverter cap see WATER FILTER Diverter cap comes with motorhome and will be stored inside With diverter cap installed it creates a...

Page 184: ...ns of FDA RV winterizing antifreeze 1 Remove water filter cartridge and replace filter with diverter cap see WATER FILTER Diverter cap comes with motor home and will be stored inside With diverter cap...

Page 185: ...ply line affecting water pump operation De winterization For de winterization drain off the fresh tank and fill the fresh tank with water Reconnect the power supply line for the water pump Operate all...

Page 186: ...Water Systems DIPLOMAT 6 1 8 6 NOTES...

Page 187: ...191 Care of the Detector 191 MONITOR PANEL 192 Measurement 192 Tank Capacity 192 CHECKLIST LP GAS EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 192 LP GAS TANK 193 Operation 193 LP Gas Tank Filling 193 LP GAS FUNDAMENTALS 195...

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Page 189: ...r a shortage of LP Gas may be experienced Usage can be modified by running only one component at a time For example turn off the furnace while using the range If LP Gas is going to be used in higher e...

Page 190: ...ter than air in their vapor state and will only be detected when the motorhome is closed up Upon first application of power the LED will flash yellow for three minutes while the detector is stabilizin...

Page 191: ...leak Do not re enter the motorhome until the problem is correct ed Alarm Mute Press the TEST MUTE button when the detector is in alarm 1 The red LED will continue flash and the alarm will beep every 3...

Page 192: ...gas or gas fumes can seriously injure you or cause death CHECKLIST LP GAS EMERGENCY PROCEDURES MONITOR PANEL Measurement MODELS 34PBD 36PBD 38PBD 38PBDD 38PBT 40PBD 40PBDD 40PWD 40PBT Water Heater 10...

Page 193: ...t lights appli ances and igniters before filling the LP Gas tank to prevent a fire or explo sion Have a trained service person fill the LP Gas tank The LP Gas tank fill is located in the LP Gas tank a...

Page 194: ...e tank outlet holes to prevent leaks WARNING Do not store or transport empty LP Gas tanks portable tanks gasoline or other flammable liquids inside the motorhome Keep open flame and spark producing ma...

Page 195: ...6 38 Cubic Feet Gas Per Pound 8 66 BTU Per Gallon 91 502 BTU Per Pound 21 548 Dew Point in Degrees Fahrenheit 44 F Vapor Pressure at 0 F 31 Vapor Pressure at 70 F 127 Vapor Pressure at 100 F 196 Vapor...

Page 196: ...toothbrush Under normal atmospheric conditions an LP regulator will not freeze nor will the LP Gas The gas passing through the regulator will expand and cool creating moisture in the gas This moisture...

Page 197: ...dealer or an authorized service technician When removing or servicing any gas appli ance manually close the main valve located on the side of the LP Gas tank This will prevent dangerous gas leakage th...

Page 198: ...he motorhomes and motorized products These tanks are permanently mounted on to the unit An alloy steel two piece welded and brazed tank is used on all towable prod ucts The marking on the collar DOT 4...

Page 199: ...gas range Maintenance and Safety Tips for the Propane Water Heater Test the operations of the temperature and pressure relief valve Maintain setting at no more than 210 F to reduce the chance of hot...

Page 200: ...LP Gas Systems DIPLOMAT 7 2 0 0 NOTES...

Page 201: ...INVERTER CONVERTER 210 Troubleshooting Chart 211 Remote Control 212 Set Up Mode 213 Low Power 214 Equalizing Charge Mode 214 Equalizing Procedure 214 Battery State LED 215 DISTRIBUTION PANEL HOUSE 110...

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Page 203: ...electrical power and should be used as the primary source The end of the shore power cord is 50 AMP 220 Volt Many facilities are equipped with this power service When this type of power service is not...

Page 204: ...h the battery disconnects on This will help prevent the batteries from going dead Use of the battery cut off switch at the entry door will not turn off all DC electrical items There are small parasiti...

Page 205: ...not available install the proper electrical adapters to the cord Always turn the shore power breaker off before con necting or disconnecting the shore cord This will prevent an accidental shock and fl...

Page 206: ...shore power is hooked up NOTE To prevent damage to the transfer switch do not have appliances on or AC loads plugged in outlets when hooking up to shore power or starting generator The transfer switc...

Page 207: ...uels may contain more than 2 5 percent butane which can result in poor fuel vaporization and poor engine starting in low ambient temperatures below 32 F 0 C Satisfactory performance on low pressure LP...

Page 208: ...manual WARNING When the motorhome is parked position the dash air conditioner vent control in the OFF position to pre vent outside air from entering the motorhome The engine exhaust contains carbon m...

Page 209: ...ely 3 of the rated power each 1 000 feet 305M of increase in elevation above sea level It may be necessary to operate fewer appliances at the same time when the camping location is at a higher elevati...

Page 210: ...generator is not going to be used as the secondary AC power source option This will supply silent AC power to most recepta cles the television and microwave It is important to remember that use of the...

Page 211: ...e Warning 10V VDC 15V Warning Battery voltage less than 10 or more than 15 volts Solid Green Blinking Green Solid Red Inverting Charger ready but no external AC available Over temperature Warning Warn...

Page 212: ...id green the Freedom Inverter is inverting making AC power from the DC battery source When the INVERT LED is OFF the inverter is OFF When external AC power is present AC IN LED ON and the INVERT LED i...

Page 213: ...ery capacity are the most critical setup settings SET AHRS Battery Capacity Amp Hours Using CHARGE set the Amp Hour rating of the battery bank This information is used to determine the charge paramete...

Page 214: ...ondition of bat teries Equalizing helps maintain battery capacity and extends life by deliber ately overcharging batteries for a short period of time Do not equalize gel cell batteries OPERATING TIP H...

Page 215: ...n the battery Lowest State Voltage is low Charging is recommended In charge mode indicates charge Middle State Battery is in normal range In charge mode indicates accep tance Highest State Battery vol...

Page 216: ...ertain Labels vary from model to model LED Indication Fault LED Error Detected Possible Solution OVERTEMP On OFF Over temperature shutdown Increase air circulation and allow to cool BATTERY STATE Empt...

Page 217: ...eaker is designed to trip when excess current is drawn through the breaker The trip action of the circuit breaker can occur within milliseconds due to the speed at which electricity can travel Breaker...

Page 218: ...akers Two of these breakers located in the two center positions is the 50 Amp breaker that acts as the main input protection for each of the lines supplying the remainder of the branch breakers up to...

Page 219: ...current that each particular load draws This feature compensates for the differences in current draw over a range of line voltage and ambient temperature by re learning the load each time it is turne...

Page 220: ...e and 30 Amp Service The 20 Amp service mode is not automatically detected and the operator must manually select the 20 Amp mode when 20 Amp service is available The service select button allows the c...

Page 221: ...ht bulb with a probe and ground clip to the more elaborate electronic ones that measure a wide scale of voltages and perform a variety of functions A VOM or Volt Ohm Meter is used to perform a multitu...

Page 222: ...olt battery is actually six batteries in one case When charged each cell has a volt age of 2 1 Volts When six cells are hooked together this makes a 12 6 Volt bat tery fully charged Electrons are stor...

Page 223: ...in the battery Use only distilled water when refilling the battery At a minimum the battery electrolyte level should be checked at least once a month Check the level sooner if the battery is frequentl...

Page 224: ...be purchased from most auto parts stores The hydrometer tests the battery s electrolyte solution which is measured in specific gravity Distilled water has a specific assigned gravity of 1 000 The hyd...

Page 225: ...acy of the test WARNING Sulfuric acid in the batteries can cause severe injury or death Sulfuric acid can cause permanent damage to eyes burn skin and eat holes in clothing Always wear splash proof sa...

Page 226: ...reased when the battery temperature rises above 125 F This increases the corrosion of the plates and reduces the battery life When overheated the battery plates tend to buckle and destroy the structur...

Page 227: ...pened and the water is free to flow into the loads the pressure will drop to the rated output pressure of 12 psi but only if the load is not too big If the pump is designed to maintain 12 psi at 15 GP...

Page 228: ...time before the battery is charged Engine starting batteries are designed to quickly release large amounts of current for short durations without depleting battery reserves Commercial type batteries b...

Page 229: ...ly 1 6 Amps AC current by a factor of ten the inverter will use this equals 16 Amps DC battery current Add the revised 10 efficiency loss fig ure this calculates to a total of 17 6 Amps DC If the batt...

Page 230: ...ection Domestic batteries are not treated in Cold Cranking Amps CCA VOLTAGE SPECIFIC GRAVITY STATE OF CHARGE DEPTH OF DISCHARGE 12 66 1 265 100 0 12 45 1 225 75 25 12 25 1 190 50 50 12 05 1 145 25 75...

Page 231: ...1 BULB USAGE LOCATION BULB NUMBER CEILING LIGHT lg Fluroescent FI5T8 C W CEILING LIGHT sm Fluorescent F8T5 C W DINETTE LIGHT 1141 WALL LAMP 1076 VANITY LIGHT 9019 MAP LIGHT 100312V150 CLOSET BAY LIGH...

Page 232: ...Electrical Systems House DIPLOMAT 8 2 3 2 NOTES...

Page 233: ...Brake 242 Leveling Controls 242 Switches at left 243 Shift Selector Transmission Shifter 246 Monitor 247 Switches Dash 247 Air Conditioner Heater Controls 249 Radio 256 Switches at right 256 STEERING...

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Page 235: ...ery s are being charged Each system will supply 12 Volt DC power to the 12 Volt distribution panels The 12 Volt panel that services a majority of the chassis system functions is located outside by the...

Page 236: ...nnect welding cables to electron ic control components 5 The welding ground cable should be attached no more than two feet from the part to be welded The chassis battery operates only chassis and engi...

Page 237: ...6 Volt Domestic U2200 4 each AH 20HR CCA RC 25A MINUTES CUMMINS ENGINE COLD CRANKING AMPS REQUIREMENTS ISB 1100 CCA 12 VOLTS ISC 1250 CCA 12 VOLTS ISL 1500 CCA 12 VOLTS ISM 1800 CCA 12 VOLTS N14 1800...

Page 238: ...ithin the engine protection circuits Pull over and stop as soon as possible Shut off engine to avoid engine damage 4 Left Arrow Audible Turn Indicators Indicates left turn indicator circuits active Au...

Page 239: ...ly used with the ISC engine 9 ABS Indicates ABS possible fault in the ABS Brake system Also indicates fault codes for service technicians 10 Low Fuel Indicates fuel level is becoming low 11 Water in F...

Page 240: ...e air brake system is also affected 2 Voltmeter Shows the charge condition in the chassis battery The normal voltage with the ignition switch ON and the engine OFF varies between 12 0 and 13 0 volts W...

Page 241: ...turer s instructions for specific pressure recommendations 9 Coolant Temp Under average conditions the gauge will read between 180 F and 205 F Monitor this gauge frequently when CLIMBING HILLS TOWING...

Page 242: ...an accidental release of the parking brake Traveling with small children and or pets may require a small block to be fabricated to prevent accidental release The block should be placed under the knob...

Page 243: ...rror heaters should be used when defogging or deicing is needed To use the mirror heat press the switch to the ON position NOTE Mirror heat should not be left on unless continuous fog ging conditions...

Page 244: ...brakes are not a substitute for service brakes Do not neglect service brake maintenance AUX START In the event the motorhome chassis battery has been drained and cannot start the engine this switch m...

Page 245: ...ruise control on as high engine RMP run up will occur until the cruise control is turned off WIPER WASHER Wiper operations are controlled when rotating knob to the right When the knob is rotated from...

Page 246: ...nostics press N NOTE The oil level sensor method of checking the fluid level compensates for transmission fluid temperature between 60 C 104 C 140 F 220 F Any temperature below 60 C 140 F or above 104...

Page 247: ...ut posi tion for normal viewing When set in NIGHT in picture brightness is reduced NIGHT should be used for night view ing and driving through tunnels Bright Control Clockwise rotation increases the p...

Page 248: ...be turned ON and OFF independent of the main radio switch GEN START Starts and stops the generator from the dash area LH SHADE Operates the power sun visor located on driver s side RH SHADE Operates...

Page 249: ...ition A C Operation The A C dash system will operate in all modes except VENT FLOOR and OFF The A C and MAX positions engage the A C com pressor When the switch is positioned in the A C mode fresh air...

Page 250: ...ting to the red area provides warmer air rotating to the blue area provides cooler air Blower Control Switch Controls the speed of the blower motor which is one of the best and most effective ways of...

Page 251: ...y to keep the compressor lubricated The following information is provided to assist in troubleshooting common operational problems which may occur No Heating 1 A C switch is turned off 2 Blower switch...

Page 252: ...Damper Doors Do Not Operate 1 Does motorhome air tank have pressure 2 Check vacuum generator is being powered and producing vacuum 3 Check vacuum line entering unit for vacuum 4 Check that the vacuum...

Page 253: ...a fan called the blower The blower will draw air from the cab area and force the air over the evaporator coils and fins This forced air will ensure continuous vaporizing of the R134a Relays and Switc...

Page 254: ...d 200 PSIG NOTE All systems are charged at the factory with 4 0 lbs of R134A R 134a Refrigerant R134a is classified non explosive non flammable and non corrosive There is hardly any odor and it is muc...

Page 255: ...Theory of Operation Monaco models with a center dial temperature control use a potentiometer at the control head for input of desired temperature The water valve which controls the water flow to the h...

Page 256: ...hrough a 1 4 inch red air line Whenever the ignition is ON and the A C is operating the vacuum generator will operate The dash radio configuration may be a variety of electronic components Some compon...

Page 257: ...ver is located on the steering column Pushing the lever forward will activate the right turn indicator circuits when the igni tion is on Pulling the lever down will activate the left turn indicator ci...

Page 258: ...a fuse has been replaced and it BLOWS repeatedly that may be an indication that a fault exists or an electronic component has failed It is recommended that the motorhome be taken to a qualified RV te...

Page 259: ...mp Fuse 28 Slide Out IGN Relay 7 5 amp Fuse 29 Mirror Heater 15 amp Fuse 30 Mirror Control 1 amp Fuse 31 Reserved 32 Reserved 33 Step ISO Vac Sense 7 5 amp Fuse Marker Chassis 34 Marker Lights 7 5 amp...

Page 260: ...utput at all RPMs This alternator offers high output over a broad range of operating speeds The 4800JB delivers the same reliable heavy duty performance all Leece Neville alternators are known for The...

Page 261: ...engine running This can cause damage to the alternator or the regulator The pulley for the alternator should be torqued to 80 foot pounds Chassis battery voltage with the engine OFF should range from...

Page 262: ...Electrical Systems Chassis DIPLOMAT 9 2 6 2 NOTES...

Page 263: ...283 STARTING PROCEDURE ISC Normal 284 STARTING PROCEDURE COLD WEATHER 284 OIL RECOMMENDATIONS ENGINE 284 Oil Recommendation Cold Weather 286 ENGINE SHUTDOWN 287 ENGINE SHUTDOWN Extended 287 COOLANT 2...

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Page 265: ...e and service The rear engine chassis or Pusher is an engine and frame unit featuring a C Channel main frame rail design and all tubular steel frame design providing greater structural integrity and m...

Page 266: ...roximately 60 psi In the event of an air system problem the pressure protection valve will leave a reserve air charge for braking Pressure protection valves are installed for safety The air governor i...

Page 267: ...rom the front tank backflows through the filter The backflow dries the desiccant preparing it for the next cycle 1 When air is compressed the compressor takes in water vapor with the air compresses th...

Page 268: ...off Thermostat operating range is on below 45 F and off when the temp is above 86 F The fuse is located in the front electric bay outside beneath the driver window WARNING Remove all pressure from the...

Page 269: ...fitting will accept several types of ID male air fittings including type C automotive This auxiliary air fitting may be used to inflate tires air mattresses or other pneumatic items To use this featu...

Page 270: ...scaping CAUTION The external air supply source should be regulat ed to charge the air system on the motorhome no higher than 120 psi Damage to the air system or pneumatically operated items may occur...

Page 271: ...s obtained insert a 1 8 or 7 64 inch twist drill bit into the plastic arm and valve body This will center the travel of internal piston Tighten adjusting locknut between 60 80 in lbs Check adjustments...

Page 272: ...motorhome is in for periodic maintenance NOTE Never attempt to service the air suspension on a motorhome with the air bags inflated Inspect the O D of the air springs Check for signs of irregular wear...

Page 273: ...equires longer stopping distances Each brake application uses air from the air system Give attention to the air gauge as well as the surroundings Engine speed is directly proportional to how fast the...

Page 274: ...park brake will automatically apply this occurs at approximately 30 psi acting as an automatic emergency brake system When preparing to depart allow the air system to achieve full air pressure This is...

Page 275: ...the magnetic tone ring is polarized giving positive and negative pulsations A stationary sensor is mounted adjacent to the tone ring monitoring the magnetic pulses The pulses are monitored by the ABS...

Page 276: ...nostic test each time the ignition is switched to the on position The ABS dash indicator light will illuminate momentarily 2 2 seconds verifying the self check test If the ABS indicator light remains...

Page 277: ...xle brakes and tag axle brakes if equipped with a tag axle This tank division gives reassurance in the event of one tank having a failure of an accessory air item allowing the compressed air to escape...

Page 278: ...rear of the tires measured at the vertical centerline of the tires Toe in occurs when the tire front distance is less than the tire rear distance Toe out occurs when the tire front distance is greater...

Page 279: ...of the kingpin toward the front of the motorhome A caster angle more positive than specified may result in excessive steer ing effort and or shimmy An angle less positive may result in vehicle wan de...

Page 280: ...torhome a lean in the motorhome or excessive bouncing may be caused by a worn shock The operating conditions for which the shock absorber must endure will determine the life span The three point level...

Page 281: ...xtended more than 2 to 6 from fully retracted position and will indicate low fluid level for the pump motor The Bong alarm may momentarily activate when driving over rough roads or negotiating curves...

Page 282: ...ully retract ed rotate all the valves fully clockwise In the event one of the jacks is not holding pressure check to make sure all valves are fully closed Occasionally while the jacks are fully extend...

Page 283: ...d on a diesel engine is controlled by an engine speed governor set by the engine manufacturer WARNING Do not operate a diesel engine where there are or can be combustible vapors Vapors can be drawn th...

Page 284: ...recommended for the engine When followed it will help with a longer life better performance and more cost efficient opera tions A good maintenance schedule begins with a daily awareness of the engine...

Page 285: ...ing the surfaces will provide cushioning and shock dampening as well Cleaning is another function The oil should perform as a cleaner in the engine by flushing contaminates from critical components Th...

Page 286: ...ery oil drain interval 3 Cummins Engine Company Inc recommends the use of high quality API American Petroleum Institute licensed CH 4 or CES20071 15W 40 multiviscosity oil or premium oil 4 The recomme...

Page 287: ...tifreeze SCA buffering compounds and a percentage of good clean quality water The antifreeze of coolant must meet ethylene glycol or propylene glycol recommendations A good clean quality water in a 50...

Page 288: ...th a heavy duty coolant 50 50 mix of water and anti freeze If the coolant is below the MIN mark the low coolant alarm will sound and the low coolant light will appear on the dash You will need to stop...

Page 289: ...ns NOTE The correct filter is determined by the total cooling system capacity If you have any questions refer to the Cummins manual NOTE The engine does not require a break in proce dure Rotten swolle...

Page 290: ...brake is activated going down a hill the exhaust brake will help control road speed or slow down the motorhome s road speed until the Allison Transmission automatically downshifts to the next lower g...

Page 291: ...ied conditions will be required before optimizing the shift quality Generally five typical shifts of a shift type is needed for shift calibration The range selection is accomplished via the remote pus...

Page 292: ...take action to protect the operator motorhome and transmission When the Electronic Control Unit ECU detects a DO NOT SHIFT DNS condition the ECU restricts shifting turns the CHECK TRANS light on the i...

Page 293: ...sub code The codes when detected are logged in the ECU memory These codes will fall in two classes active and inactive Active codes are codes currently effecting the ECU process Inactive codes are ret...

Page 294: ...and transmits hydraulic power Proper fluid levels must be maintained at all times If the fluid level is too low the converter and clutches do not receive an adequate supply of fluid If the fluid level...

Page 295: ...ust be at operat ing temperature The oil level sensor method of checking the fluid level compensates for transmission fluid tempera ture between 60 C 104 C 140 F 220 F Any tempera ture below 60 C 140...

Page 296: ...t idle 500 800 rpm Remove the dipstick and wipe clean Reinsert the dipstick fully into the tube and remove to check fluid level Repeat this to verify the reading if needed Safe operating level is anyw...

Page 297: ...sure that the transmission breather is clean and not clogged If the readings are still not consistent contact the nearest Allison distributor or dealer Low sulphur 2 diesel fuel or 1 and 2 commercial...

Page 298: ...r will need to be drained Shut off the engine and open the drain valve Turn the valve counterclockwise approxi mately 1 to 2 turns until draining occurs Drain the fuel water separator of water and sed...

Page 299: ...s an ohmmeter from getting a correct reading of its output resistance B Fuel Only The sender will not work correctly in conducting fluids such as water it will read above full all the time in water On...

Page 300: ...unding area If the seepage continues have the problem corrected to prevent an untimely failure The power steering reservoir with internal filter is located in rear engine compartment The hydraulic fil...

Page 301: ...s reached 7 Insert the easy grip handle back in the reservoir and rotate clock wise until securely fastened Change the hydraulic oil filter every 15 000 miles or once a year for cel lulose element A s...

Page 302: ...overflow restriction gauge designed to take the guesswork out of air cleaner replacement The air filter minder is located in the engine rear compartment Its operation is simple and virtually foolproof...

Page 303: ...2 Apply the specified grease at the grease fitting on the universal joint Apply grease until the new grease purges from all the seals 3 If the new grease does not purge at the seals loosen the bearing...

Page 304: ...eel 30 000 or Annually CL 9 Brake Adjuster One Fitting Each Wheel 30 000 or Annually CL 10 Battery Terminals Apply Coating 10 000 or Annually P 11 Rear Axle Differential To Filler Plug 250 000 or Ever...

Page 305: ...gear lubricant Penzoil Gear Plus SUPER ew 75w 90 Synthetic HT High temperature bearing grease CL 4 Chassis lubricant should be a high quality noncorrosive multipurpose lithium soap pressure gun lubric...

Page 306: ...le units Dumps air in front air bags and is used to raise or lower tag axle Located in the generator compartment on the curbside Type MAC 225B 601BAAA Oil pressure Sending Unit One post is used for th...

Page 307: ...shaft housing between hoses Type VDO 323 0868 House Disconnect and Starter Solenoid Solenoid interfaces start signal to Cummins starter Solenoid interrupts DC power to the house fuse panel Four post s...

Page 308: ...ont 11 000 lbs 11 000 lbs 11 000 lbs 11 000 lbs 11 000 lbs 11 000 lbs 11 000 lbs 11 000 lbs 11 000 lbs GAWR Rear 20 000 lbs 20 000 lbs 20 000 lbs 20 000 lbs 20 000 lbs 20 000 lbs 20 000 lbs 20 000 lbs...

Page 309: ...10 gal 10 gal 10 gal 10 gal 10 gal 10 gal 10 gal Grey Tank 60 gal 60 gal 60 gal 60 gal 60 gal 60 gal 60 gal 60 gal 60 gal Black Tank 39 gal 39 gal 39 gal 39 gal 39 gal 39 gal 39 gal 39 gal 39 gal Fres...

Page 310: ...ces fl oz pints pt 0 47318 liters L 2 1134 pints pt quarts qt 0 94635 liters L 1 0567 quarts qt gallons gal 3 7854 liters L 0 2642 gallons gal cubic feet ft3 28 317 liters L 0 03531 cubic feet ft3 cub...

Page 311: ...d the date odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance can be...

Page 312: ...Chassis Information DIPLOMAT 1 0 3 1 2 MAINTENANCE LOG Date Odometer Reading Service By Maintenance Performed...

Page 313: ...GLOSSARY OF TERMS 315 INDEX 319 SURVEY 323...

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Page 315: ...asure for a battery electrical storage capacity obtained by multiplying the current in amperes by the time in hours of discharge Example a battery which delivers 5 amperes for 20 hours delivers 5 ampe...

Page 316: ...high affinity for water and is used to retain moisture from the air stream flowing through the air dryer cartridge Direct Current DC Power that is stored in a battery bank or sup plied by photovoltai...

Page 317: ...cuit with resistance R It can be expressed as follows E IR If any two of the three values are known the third value can be cal culated by using the above formula Purge The initial blast of air decompr...

Page 318: ...Volt The unit of measure for electric potential Watt The unit for measuring electrical power i e the rate of doing work in moving electrons by or against an electric potential Wet Cell Battery A type...

Page 319: ...Systems Anti Lock Brake Systems Air Brakes Brake System Backup Breaking Camp Bulb Usage C Carbon Monoxide Detector Chart Filters Belts Chart Specifications Chart Tank Capacities Chart Tire Chart Metr...

Page 320: ...R Parts Common Solenoids Senders Radio Dash Rear of Coach Rear View System Refrigerator Reporting Safety Defects Ride Height Valves 280 1 5 197 197 195 196 197 189 193 304 311 103 192 284 116 19 18 17...

Page 321: ...hart Tire Chart Tires Toilet Towing Procedures Transfer Switch Transmission Transmission Lubricating Fluid V W X Y Z Vendor List Views Curbside Roadside Views Front Rear Wall Thermostat Warranty Infor...

Page 322: ...t Design Dawn Davis Kelly Stroble Cover Design Kelly Stroble Technical Illustrator Judie Pressler Printing Holiday Graphics INDIANA OPERATIONS Technical Writer Fran Weisenstein Creative Layout Design...

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