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2.7 ALARMS
1. Refer to the alarm Manual(s) in the Owner's information Package for more detailed information.
2. Recurring alarm(s) indicate the slow accumulation of LP gas, carbon monoxide, or smoke. Have an authorized service
center check system and identify source. Correct problem before resuming use of unit.
3. LP Gas Alarm:
a. Sounds whenever there is an unsafe amount of gas in the vehicle.
b. Follow instructions on safety sign and air out vehicle to silence alarm.
c. Have a qualied service man nd the leak and correct the problem before using unit again.
4. Carbon Monoxide Alarm:
a. Sounds whenever there is an unsafe amount of carbon monoxide gas in the vehicle.
b. Open doors, vents and windows to air out vehicle and silence alarm.
c. Have a qualied service man check all burners, clean, repair or replace any defective burners.
d. Remove all fuel or wood burning devices from inside vehicle.
e. Have a qualied serviceman check all engine exhaust system components. Repair or replace any defective
components. Position motorhome so wind blows exhaust fumes away.
5. Smoke Alarm:
a. Sounds whenever there is an unsafe amount of smoke in the vehicle. Always use exhaust fan over the stove when
cooking.
b. Open doors, vents and windows to air out vehicle and silence alarm. Correct and eliminate smoke source.
c. Check alarm on a regular basis. Check when removing from storage, before trips and weekly thereafter. Depress
center button to test alarm electronics. Test alarm sensor by blowing smoke (from safe, re-free source) past sensor.
If alarm does not sound when testing, determine source of problem and correct or replace alarm.
d. Do not remove battery to silence alarm. When alarm “beeps” every minute, battery is weak and must be replaced.
Do not allow battery to go dead. Be sure to replace with recommended battery. Test after battery is replaced.
e. Clean and vacuum opening on smoke alarm once a month.
f. Do not try to repair alarm. Replace it.
g. Smoke alarms are not perfect and do not respond in all situations. The best safeguard is re prevention.
2.8 ELECTRICAL
1. Use care when working around batteries. The gases given o when charging are explosive. Keep sparks and ames
away from battery. Wear protective clothing, eye protection and remove jewellery. Do not short across terminals.
2. Do not overload electrical circuits. Replace circuit breakers and fuses with components of similar capacity. Do not
replace with larger capacity components (breakers or fuses).
3. Be sure motorhome is well grounded to prevent shocks or electrocution. Do not plug utility power cord into an outlet
that is not grounded. Do not modify plug to t a receptacle for which it was not designed. Do not attach an extension
cord to the utility power cord.
4. Use care when handling electrical appliances, power cords and other components. Misuse or abuse of electrical
components can lead to shocks or electrocution. Do not use electrical components, cords or appliances with bare feet,
wet hands or while standing in water or on wet ground.
2.9 LOOSE COMPONENTS
Any loose component can become a projectile during sudden stops, manoeuvring or an accident.
1. Tie, strap or secure all tables, chairs and other furniture before travelling.
2. Close, latch or lock all doors, panels and gates before travelling.
3. Stow all luggage or similar cargo inside your RV.
4. Stow all cooking, serving, eating and other loose components before moving.
5. Turn all swivel seats in the forward facing direction and lock before moving. All passengers must be seated in a seat that
is equipped with a seat belt and the seat belt fastened.
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