Monaco Camelot 2007, Owner'S Manual

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Section 8 — electrical SyStemS - HouSe
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camelot 2007
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Deep Cycle Batteries:
Deep cycle batteries are a type of Liquid Lead
Acid (LLA) battery. Deep cycle batteries are
best suited for use with 12 Volt operated lights,
appliances and inverter/converters. Deep cycle
batteries are designed to have a majority of their
capacity used before being recharged.
NOTE
Tap water contains minerals which can
alter battery chemistry and ruin the
battery. Use only distilled water when
refilling the LLA battery.
Slide Tray Operation:
The slide-out battery tray is secured in place by
a locking mechanism at the front of the tray. To
slide the tray out, lift up on the handle and pull
until the tray stops. To secure the battery tray,
push it back in until the tray latches.
Slide Tray Maintenance:
The battery tray slide will occasionally require
lubrication. When performing maintenance to
the batteries, remove old lubricant and dirt from
the battery tray slide with solvent, brake cleaner
or equivalent. DO NOT allow any cleaning
solution or battery acid by-products to splatter
onto and damage the painted surfaces. Lubricate
all moving parts of the battery tray slide with
white lithium grease or Kwikee brand spray
lubricant.
NOTE
Driving without the tray secured can
result in damage.
CAUTION
Many types of petroleum based products
or battery by-products can damage
the paint finish. DO NOT allow these
types of chemicals to get on the paint
finish. If the chemicals splatter on to the
painted surfaces, immediately rinse the
surface using plenty of water and a mild
automotive detergent.
Battery Maintenance
Liquid Lead Acid (LLA) battery cells
should be checked at least once a month. The
level should be above the top of the plates, but
not overfull. The electrolyte level should be
approximately 3/8" below the well to allow room
for expansion while the battery is being charged.
Over-filling the battery will allow the electrolyte
solution to boil or gas out of the battery cap.
Remember to use only distilled water to refill
the battery. A battery with a low electrolyte level
will rapidly boil out the water once the plates
have been exposed to air.
Periodically check the batteries for corrosion
and cracks. Replace vent plugs that are cracked
or missing. Keep the top of the batteries clean.
The accumulation of electrolyte and dirt may
permit small amounts of current to flow between
the terminals, which can drain the battery.
Check the battery connections for tightness
and corrosion. If corrosion is found, disconnect
the cables (mark cable locations) and carefully
clean them with a mild solution of baking soda
and water, or an aerosol product specifically
designed for battery maintenance.
DO NOT
allow cleaning solution to seep into the battery
and damage the electrolyte balance. Use water to
rinse the top of the battery and surrounding area
when done. Carefully hook the cables back to
the battery. The battery cable to battery terminal
connections should be metal to metal. Coat
the terminals with petroleum jelly or an anti-
corrosion grease.
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