Monaco DIPLOMAT 2004, Owner'S Manual

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DIPLOMAT 2004
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DRIVING & SAFETY
Follow the procedures and guidelines for “Leveling the
Motorhome.” If the motorhome is equipped with hydraulic jacks,
be certain the parking surface will accommodate the weight
placed on the jacks.
CAUTION: Before leveling the motorhome survey the area
around and under the motorhome for obstructions which can
damage the motorhome or undercarriage components when the
air bags are deflated.
CAUTION: Hot asphalt may not support the weight that is placed
on the hydraulic jack pads. Place thick plywood under the jack
pads to help disperse the weight. Never use the leveling system to
support the entire weight of the motorhome. Damage from excessive
torsional twists can result.
• Open the LP-Gas tank primary valve.
• If possible, begin appliance operation on LP-Gas for
the first 60 minutes. Switch the refrigerator operation
to gas, start the water heater and furnace (if needed).
This will allow time for the inverter to stabilize the
battery charging.
• Prepare the shore cord to be plugged in. Extend and
inspect the cord. Perform any necessary cord mainte-
nance. Install proper electrical adapters if anything
other than 50 Amp service is provided. Turn shore
power circuit breaker OFF prior to plugging in the
shore cord. Operate electrical appliances in sequence
when hooked to a limited shore power service.
CAUTION: If shore power service is limited
to 15 or 20 Amps, use of light duty extension
cords and electrical adapters will create a
voltage loss through the cord and at each
electrical connection. Line voltage loss and the
resistance at each electrical connection can be
a hazardous combination. Damage to sensitive
electronic equipment may result!
• If cable service is provided, hook-up a 75 Ohm RG59 or RG6
cable to the cable connection in the service center. If the
motorhome has a video selector box, press the appropriate
viewing 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 receiver for Pay-Per-View
movies and events.
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