Monaco Executive 2005, Owner'S Manual

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Section 2 --- Driving & Safety
The Executive 2005
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SMOKE DETECTOR
Statistics show that most fire casualties are not caused by direct flame,
but by less visible smoke (products of combustion). The smoke detector
responds to both visible and invisible products of combustion. The smoke
detector will automatically return from alarm to normal state when the
reason for activation, the presence of smoke, is completely removed.
Fires are commonly caused by smoking in bed, leaving children unattend-
ed or using flammable cleaning fluids. Please be safety conscious and
avoid unnecessary risk.
WARNING:
There is no way to insure against injury or loss of life in a fire; however, the smoke
detector is intended to help reduce the risk of tragedy. Additional smoke detectors
may help to reduce the risk. Proper use and care of the smoke detector could save
lives.
Operation
When a 9 Volt DC battery is correctly connected, the smoke alarm is operating. The LED will
flash every minute showing the battery is supplying power. A load alarm will sound when a production
of combustion is sensed.
NOTE:
The unit will not operate without a battery. A battery flag will pop up preventing the
unit from being installed to the mounting bracket without a battery. Carbon zinc bat-
teries average a service life of one year. Alkaline batteries average a service life of one
to two years.
Testing
Simply press the test button on the smoke alarm cover for approximately three seconds. The alarm
will sound if all electronic circuitry, horn and battery are working properly. The smoke alarm should
be tested at least once a week when the motorhome is in use, prior to each trip and when the
motorhome has been in storage. When testing the smoke alarm it is advised to stand at arm’s
length.
CAUTION:
Never use an open flame to test the smoke alarm. You may ignite and set fire to the
alarm and to the motorhome.
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