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20 08 CONTESSA
DRIVING & SAFETY — 2
To conserve water and fuel:
Operate the refrigerator on propane. Plan
what is needed from the refrigerator
prior to opening. Conserve propane by
cooking over a campre.
Operate the Aqua-Hot on diesel when hot
water is needed. Turn the system on about
twenty minutes prior to use. Once heated,
water will remain hot for several hours.
Turn the system off when not in use.
Set the thermostat temperature slightly
lower than desired to prevent frequent
cycling of the heating system.
Know tank capacities and routinely
check fuel levels, especially during cold
weather.
Use ventilation fans to reduce roof AC use.
Frequently monitor water consumption.
Limit shower usage; turn water off
when soaping down and back on to
rinse. When water conservation is
critical, take a sponge bath or use
campground shower facilities if
available. DO NOT ll the sink with
water to wash only a few dishes. Use
disposable dishes when possible.
Evacuate waste holding tanks prior to
lling fresh water tank.
To conserve battery power:
DO NOT allow batteries to fully
discharge before operating the generator.
If possible, run the generator twice a day
(morning and afternoon) to charge the
batteries.
Turn OFF the inverter when not using it
for 120 Volts AC.
Turn OFF interior 12 Volt DC power
whenever possible. Refrigerator, battery
charging and inverter operation will not
be affected. Turn OFF small battery
operated items i.e., porch, bay exterior
step, generator and engine compartment
lights, etc. Turn OFF the antenna boost
when not watching TV. One light left on
can quickly reduce battery reserves.
Keep a working ashlight handy for
night trips through the campsite and
inside motorhome. When interior
lighting is desired, use one light in a
central location, such as the vanity.
Unscrew all but one or two bulbs.
Keep the solar panel (if equipped) clean
for optimum performance.
Turn on the water pump only when using
water.
If weather does not permit or an outdoor
table is not available, eat at the dinette
table by candlelight.
Operate the generator when using
microwave/convection oven.
BREAKING CAMP
Preparing the motorhome for travel will
require several small tasks. Properly securing
and storing items will help to prevent them
from getting lost or damaged. Below is a
checklist guide to reference when preparing to
break camp.
Outside Checklist:
Disconnect the cable TV and lower the
TV antenna.
Disconnect and stow the telephone line.
Retract awnings and secure them for travel.
Close the primary propane tank valve.
Connect the sewer hose.
Drain and ush holding tanks. Start
by closing the grey water valve. Run
enough cold water down sink and
shower drains to ll the grey tank at least
50%. Use caution to avoid overlling or
ooding the grey tank. Connect a non-
potable water hose to the “Waste Tank
Flush” tting in the lower left corner of
the service center. Open the black tank
drain valve and allow adequate time for
black tank to drain. Close black tank
valve and open grey water
valve. Water from the grey tank
will help to ush the drain
hose. Once evacuated, close
grey water valve. Disconnect
the sewer hose and ush that
hose with clean water from
a non-potable hose. Store
the hose. Replace the
sewer cap.
Typical Current Draw
Battery Cut-off 1.5 Amps
13" TV 1.7 Amps
Rope Light (10 ft.) 1.3 Amps
Porch Light 2.0 Amps
Fluorescent Bulb (1) 2.1 Amps
Halogen Ceiling Light (1) .09 Amps
040480m
City Water Connection
with Power Hose Reel
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