Monaco LaPalma, Owner'S Manual

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2004 • LaPalma
Equipment
CAUTION: When operating the entry door ensure the dead bolt
latch is fully in the unlock position prior to closing the door.
Failure to do so can result in damage to the dead bolt and/or entry
door.
• Locks:
The locking cylinder requires slight lubrication on an annual
basis, or as needed. Use powdered graphite, not a petroleum
product. Petroleum products gum the cylinder and inhibit
smooth operation. The upper lock is the dead bolt, while the
lower lock is the privacy lock. Applying a light coating of white
lithium grease to the face of the lock bolt helps in obtaining a
smooth close.
• Hinges:
The hinges for the door requires slight lubrication annually, or as
needed, with any high-quality, dry spray lubricant.
• Screen Door - Adjusting:
The screen door can be adjusted to set flush in the door jam.
This requires two separate adjustments be performed. The first
adjustment made is at the screen door latch/catch itself. Loosen
the two Phillips screws holding the latch to the door. This will
permit vertical adjustment. Move the latch far enough to allow it
to catch on the striker mounted on the door frame, tighten both
screws. The striker mount on the door frame permits horizontal
adjustment. Again, loosen the two Phillips screws holding the
striker assembly. Move the striker to center the latch and tighten
the Phillips screws in place.
• Screen Door - Changing the Slider:
The sliding cover is a simple procedure to replace. Place the
slider in the center. Pulling from the center of the slider will bow
enough to allow easy removal. To re-install, reverse this
procedure paying attention to install the upper left corner first
and the location of the stop tabs.
• Fiberglass Skin:
To maintain their appearance and a long service life, the door
skin panels should be washed and cleaned periodically. Cleaning
will remove the accumulation of dust and dirt, which can
combine with sunlight, and wind to attack exposed surfaces,
both chemically and abrasively.