Monaco DYNASTY 2006, User Manual

Page: 53 / 384

DYNASTY 2006 DRIVING & SAFETY — SECTION 2 • 53
Inspecting & Pressure
The Load and Infl ation Table will help determine correct tire infl ation pressure after properly weighing the
motorhome. All pressures are rated at a cold psi. Cold psi is defi ned as early in the morning before the day’s
ambient temperature, sun’s radiant heat or the heat generated while driving have caused the tire pressure to
temporarily increase. This means the tire infl ation pressure should be checked early and when the motorhome has
not been driven more than one mile. Check tire infl ation pressure regularly. The check interval should be in the
morning, before the “drive” trip and every morning on extended trips. A quality truck tire gauge with an angle
airhead is needed to access the dual wheel positions of the drive axle. Ensure the valve cap is replaced on the stem
after the infl ation pressure is checked. Use valve stem caps with a positive seal to prevent air escaping from the
valve stem. If there are extension hoses on the valve stem, make sure they are good quality reinforced stainless
steel braid. Attach hoses securely to the outer wheel.
The valve stem cap guarantees the valve core will remain free of dirt and foreign material. Material lodged
between the valve core and internal stem can cause slow leaks resulting in tire failure.
Optimum tire performance is achieved at proper infl ation pressure for the load carried. Do not mix tires of
different tread patterns, size or construction on the same axle. The difference in traction could cause rear end gear
fi ght and mechanical damage to the drive train.
CAUTION:
Never let air out of a hot tire.
Over-infl ation can cause:
• Hard ride.
• Tire bruising or carcass damage.
• Rapid tread wear in the center of the tire.
Under-infl ation can cause:
• Tire squeal on turns.
• Separations.
• Rapid and uneven wear on the edges of the tread.
• Circumferential breaks.
• Tire container may bruise or rupture.
• Higher risk of road hazard.
• Tire cord breakage.
• Loss of casing durability.
• Excessive tire temperature.
• High fuel consumption.
• Reduced handling quality.
WARNING:
A slow leak may go unnoticed on one of the dual tires. This can cause the good tire to fail
by exceeding the load limit. Tires with damaged sidewalls can burst upon inflation. A flat or
nearly flat tire can also generate enough heat from friction to ignite.
090440b