Monaco 2009 Knight, Owner'S Manual

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2009
K
night
Exterior & Interior Care - 3
WARNING
Inspecting sealant will require use
of a ladder or scaffold assembly.
Roof access is also required. Follow
proper safety measures accordingly.
Exercise extreme care whenever
using a ladder/scaffold assembly.
Avoid getting on the roof if it is icy or
moisture laden as the surface can be
very slick. Use judgment if inspection
is considered dangerous. Have the
motorhome inspected or sealed (if
necessary) by a qualified service
technician.
Sealant Replacement:
Carefully remove sealant that is cracking,
flaking, bubbling, peeling or pulling away
from the surface. The area under the removed
sealant will need to be clean and dry before
applying new sealant. Applying new sealant
over a dirty or moisture laden surface will not
allow proper adhesion. Sealant application
may require simple hand tools and paper
towels or rags for cleanup. Some sealants may
be labeled hazardous or require chemicals
for cleanup. Follow all of the manufacturer’s
warnings and precautions when dealing with
these substances.
WARNING
Some sealants may be labeled
hazardous or require use of petroleum
distillates for cleanup. Use proper
precautions as suggested by the sealant
or chemical manufacturer. Use of
protective eye wear, gloves, respirator
or open ventilation may be required.
Use judgment when working with
chemicals. If health limits exposure to
chemicals or inhibits skills or abilities,
employ a qualified service technician
to perform the tasks.
Sealant Types
General Maintenance – Roof: Titan 76 -
AM Brush Grade Slow Cure MS
This product is used for large roof openings
such as around vents, skylights, any roof
mounted antennas and ladder roof mounts.
Clean the old sealant that is lifting before
applying the new. Make sure the roof is dry
and free of dirt. This product is found in a tub
container. Care should be used when near an
edge, as the product will spread out. Masking
tape may be used to mask around area to avoid
mishaps.
WARNING
Use only in well-ventilated areas.
Consult manufacturer data for
application and safety instructions.
For small areas of maintenance various
rubber sealants are available in a tube. These
products are available at RV supply locations.
General Maintenance – Roof Air
Conditioner:
The roof air conditioners use a closed cell
foam base gasket. No sealants are required.
The roof air conditioners should be checked
for tightness by the four mounting bolts
located in each interior corner of the air
conditioner roof opening. Torque specification
is 40 to 50 in/lbs. The base gasket should be
compressed to about ½”.
General Maintenance – Windshield: Black
Silicone Sealant: Dow Corning #999-A
Black
Used for sealing small areas or imperfections
around windshields. The product is available
in a tube. Clean up using solvents such as
mineral spirits. Consult manufacturer data for
application and safety instructions.
General Maintenance – Exterior
Attachments: Dow Corning #999-A Clear
Silicone or Colorimetric High Performance
Clear Silicone
Primarily used on the sidewalls around
windows, doors, handles, beltline molding,
latches and bases of surface mounted items
such as clearance lights. Old peeling sealant
should be removed with nylon sticks or
equivalent. Avoid using metal utensils which
can scratch the painted surface. Use nylon
sticks or equivalent. Avoid lacquer thinners or
ketone based solvents as these chemicals can
damage painted surfaces. Confirm that surface
is clean and dry before a new application.
Cut the tube at an angle with the smallest
usable opening. Avoid a heavy bead as a little
goes a long way. Use finger at a 45° angle on
beaded surface to smooth out product.
DO
NOT
moisten finger, use a disposable latex
glove. Keep rags or paper towels handy for
clean up. Use care when applying silicone and
plan ahead before starting a bead. Look for
obstacles that may impede application.
CAUTION
Avoid eye and skin contact and
breathing of vapors. Consult
manufacturer data for application and
safety instructions.