Monaco 2009 Knight, Owner'S Manual

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2009
K
night
Appliances - 4
AppLIANcES - INTRODUcTION
This section covers operation and care of
various appliances found in the motorhome:
refrigerator, cooktop, microwave, roof air
conditioner and optional appliances. These
appliances operate on AC or DC current,
propane or a combination of the three.
NOTE
Appliance features and options vary
with floorplans.
INFORMATION
Detailed information with CAUTION
or WARNING instructions for the
various appliances, other than what is
found in this section, can be found in
the OEM manuals.
WARNING
Before entering any type of refueling
station, turn off all propane operated
appliances. Most propane appliances
used in motorhomes are vented to
the outside. When parked close to a
gasoline pump, it is possible for fuel
vapors to enter this type of appliance
and ignite, resulting in an explosion or
fire.
WARNING
Carbon Monoxide gas may cause
nausea, fainting or death. Operating
a propane appliance with inadequate
ventilation or partial blockage of the
flue can result in Carbon Monoxide
poisoning. DO NOT store flammable
liquids such as lighter fluid, gasoline
or propane in the outside refrigerator
compartment.
REFRIgERATOR
Follow the specific guidelines in the
refrigerator OEM manual for detailed
operating and maintenance instructions.
This will help ensure longevity and proper
operation of the refrigerator. With proper
care and maintenance, the refrigerator should
provide years of trouble-free service.
TIP
To reduce the possibility of food
spoilage, keep the interior box
temperature at or below 40º F. The
refrigerator will consume more
energy to maintain low temperature,
especially in hot, humid climates.
Lower temperature may also lead to
more frost build-up.
NOTE
Some appliance displays and appliance
manuals may refer to LP-Gas as a fuel
source; however, the actual fuel source
used and required for these appliances
is propane. The phrase “LP-Gas” is
synonymous with not only propane,
but butane and propane/butane
mixtures. Since propane is the actual
fuel required, the term “Propane” will
be used throughout this manual except
for references to third party appliances
(such as the refrigerator) that include
the term “LP-Gas” on their displays or
other literature.
Operation Specifics
The refrigerator operates from propane
or 120 Volts AC electric.
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DC Voltage for control pad operation
must be no higher than 15.4 Volts DC
or lower than 10.5 Volts DC.
AC voltage must be no higher than 132
Volts AC or lower than 108 Volts AC.
Important: Operate refrigerator only when
level. Level the refrigerator using a torpedo or
bulls eye level. Place the levels on the bottom
shelf of the refrigerator. The bubble should be
at least half-way inside the circles.
CAUTION
Operating the refrigerator off-level
separates chemicals, causing them to
crystallize and block the circulation
action of the cooling unit. Damage is
cumulative and irreversible.
WARNING
DO NOT use the refrigerator if there
is an ammonia smell inside or outside
of the refrigerator, or if a yellowish
substance appears inside or at the
outside access compartment. This can
be an indication of a refrigerant leak.
Contact an authorized repair facility.
For the refrigerator to operate:
The house batteries must be charged and
on.
The primary propane shut-off valve must
be open.
Figure A:
The refrigerator 120 Volt
AC cord(s) must be plugged in (located
outside behind refrigerator access door).
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