Breaking Camp - Monaco 2002 Diplomat Service Manual

Listed below is a checklist guide to reference when preparing to break
camp. Preparing the motorhome for travel will require several small tasks.
Properly securing and storing items will help prevent them from getting lost
or being damaged during travel.
Outside Checklist:
• Disconnect the cable TV, lower the television antenna and (if
applicable) the satellite dish.
• Disconnect and stow the phone line.
• Retract the awnings and secure them for travel.
• Close LP-Gas tank valve. Check the level of the LP-Gas tank to
ensure a sufficient amount is available.
• Drain and flush the holding tanks. First close the grey water
valve, run enough cold water down the sink and shower drains
until the grey tank is at least 50% full. Be careful not to overfill
or flood the grey tank. Next, open the black tank valve allowing
the drain cycle to complete. If applicable, connect a non-potable
water hose to the No-Fuss hose bib and flush the black tank system.
Close the black tank valve, open the grey water valve. The water
from the grey tank will help flush the solids from the drain hose.
• Disconnect the sewer hose, flush hose with clean water from
non-potable hose, store the hose. Install the sewer cap.
• Fill the fresh water tank (using the potable hose). Disconnect
and store the fresh water hose. Remove any hose protected water
pressure regulator from the city water faucet.
• Turn shore power breaker off and disconnect the shore line.
Wind up and store the shore cord.
• Inspect fluid level in oil bath hubs (if applicable) and check all
tire pressures.
• Secure all compartment doors and entry door.
• Inspect tires and wheels.
• Check for fluid leaks under or around the motorhome.
Engine Checklist:
• Inspect the engine, transmission and the engine compartment for
fluid leaks.
• Inspect the area under the motorhome for fluid leaks or puddles.
• Check all fluid levels: oil, antifreeze, transmission, hydraulic
fluid and washer fluid.
• Inspect belts and hoses for wear.
• Inspect wiring for loose, frayed or corroded connections.
• Start engine and listen for any unusual noises.
• Inspect gauges and controls for proper operation.
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Driving & Safety

BREAKING CAMP

Screw the ends of the hose together before stor-
age to prevent leakage and to prevent dust and
insects from entering hose.
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