Monaco LaPalma, Owner'S Manual

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Appliances
2004 • LaPalma
Periodically check the outside service compartment
and screen (in the door) for foreign material the can
accumulate and prevent the flow of combustion and
ventilating air.
• To conserve LP-Gas, turn off the water heater when not in use.
• When using the shower, conserve energy and hot water by
shutting the shower water off when not in use.
• Use caution when hooked to anything less than 50 Amp shore
service. When the water heater element is in operation it will use
approximately 12 AC Amps. Appliances will need to be operated
in sequence to avoid tripping a breaker.
• Water may drip occasionally from the Pressure - Temperature
relief valve until the pressure has dropped. Avoid opening the
P & T valve manually as collected minerals may cause the valve
to leak continually. The valves can be purchased from most
hardware stores.
• Operate the water heater using LP-Gas when hooked to 30 Amp
shore power. This will reduce the likelihood of tripping the shore
power breaker.
If the motorhome is to be stored during the winter months, drain the water
heater to prevent freeze damage.
1. Turn off electrical power to the water heater.
2. Shut off the primary LP-Gas valve.
3. Open low point drains.
4. Open both
HOT and COLD on all faucets.
5. Remove water heater drain plug.
6. Turn the Bypass lever to
BYPASS .
NOTE: Be sure to refill the water heater with water
before resuming operation.
010720B
Burner Compartment
Tips
Draining & Storage