Monaco 2008 LaPalma XL Owner'S Manual Download

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eQuIpment - IntroDuctIon

This section covers the basic operation and

care of equipment found in the motorhome,
most of which are provided for entertainment

and comfort. More detailed information about

specific equipment may be found in that

particular manufacturer’s manual. Optional

equipment will also be discussed in this section

which may not apply to all motorhomes.

INFORMATION:
Detailed information with CAUTION or
WARNING instructions for the various
electronics, other than what is provided
in this section, can be found in that
specific manufacturer’s manual.

entry Step

Operation

The exterior electric entry

step features retractable
steps, automatic retraction
with the ignition key in
the

RUN

position and a

last out feature. The bar

light indicates the circuit is

active when illuminated.

NOTE:
When dry camping it is important to
note that when the switch is illuminated,
all step circuits are active and drawing
current from the chassis battery.

Requirements for Operation:

Chassis battery disconnect switch must

be on.

Operating the Entry Step:

1. With the entry door open, turn the step

switch on.

2. Close the door. The step should retract

and lock in the

position.

3. Open the door. The step should extend

and lock in the

OUT

position. The step

will retract when the door is closed.

4. When the switch is turned off, the step

should remain in the extended position.

Close the door and turn on the ignition

switch. The step will retract for travel.

5. With the power switch off, the step

extended, the entry door closed and the
ignition turned on, the ignition override
system will engage to automatically

retract the step.

6. Turn the ignition off and open the door.

The step will extend and lock in the

OUT

position. This is the “last out”

feature. When the ignition is on the

step will always activate with door
movement, regardless of the power

switch position.

WARNING:
Turning the ignition switch to the ON
position while the motorhome is parked
will cause the entry step to retract.
Visually confirm that the entry step
is fully extended prior to exiting the
motorhome.

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CAUTION:
High curbs can impede step operation.
Use care when parked on side streets.

NOTE:
The steps are
self lubricating
and require no
maintenance.

If the entry step fails to operate:

Verify that the entry step switch is ON.

Check the main power supply for the step:

a 25 Amp fuse located in the roadside

front electrical panel.

A magnetic door jam switch is used to

control step operation. Use a separate

magnet to apply a “trigger” to the door

jam switch. Rotate test magnet to align

polarity field.

WARNING:
If the motorhome is driven with the
step in the extended position there is the
possibility of causing major damage to
both the step and the motorhome.

CAUTION:
Keep fingers, clothing and other
hardware away from moving
components.

NOTE:
Clean and inspect step more frequently
in adverse weather conditions. Mud,
snow, road salts and sand could quickly
break down lubricant and corrode
painted surfaces.

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Located on
passenger console.

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