Monaco LaPalma, Owner'S Manual

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4 • 170 2004 • LaPalma Appliances
Using the Cooktop:
Place the cookware on the burner grate over the desired surface burner
first. Depress control knob slightly and turn counterclockwise to the spark
position. Push control knob down firmly until burner stays lit (approximately
5 seconds). Once the burner lights, rotate the knob to the desired cooking
setting. In the unlikely event of a power outage or igniter failure, the cooktop
can be lit manually.
WARNING: Do not leave burners unattended during cooking.
WARNING: Do not the heat motorhome interior with the cooktop
or oven. Gas combustion consumes oxygen inside the motorhome.
Carbon Monoxide is an odorless, colorless and highly poisonous
gas.
Tips:
1. A yellow flame is an indicator of incorrect fuel/air ratio.
Lowered BTU output and carbon build up can occur.
2. When cooking at an altitude above 5,000 feet, the flame may
change appearance and the flame BTU output will be lowered.
Allow extra cooking time.
3. Do not allow the tips of the flame to extend beyond pan or pot
edge. When this occurs, heat is wasted and possibility of injury
increases.
4. Cooking time can be reduced if the least amount of liquid is
used. The choice of cookware selected can make a big
difference.
Care and Cleaning:
Regular cleaning with a soft cloth and a warm detergent solution is
generally enough to keep the cooktop clean. Wash, rinse and dry with a soft
cloth. Thoroughly clean the cooktop when it is cool. Use a dry cloth or paper
towel while the surface is warm to the touch to clean splatters or spills.
Cleaning will be more difficult if spills bake on to the surface. Glass cleaner
sprayed on a paper towel should be used for the cooktop surface. DO NOT
spray glass cleaner directly on the surface. DO NOT use abrasive cleaners or
steel wool. Harsh cleanser like bleach, ammonia and oven cleaner should
NEVER be used. The surface burner grate and caps should be cleaned using
the same guidelines as the cooktop surface.