Maintenance; Troubleshooting; Lp-Gas Detector - Monaco 2002 Diplomat Service Manual

A smoke alarm is designed to be as maintenance free as possible.
However there are some simple steps that must be performed to keep the
smoke alarm working properly:
• Test the smoke alarm once a week.
• Keep a supply of 9 Volt DC batteries on hand.
• Vacuum the slots in the cover and sides with a soft brush
attachment every month. Test the smoke alarm once the unit has
been vacuumed.
• The smoke alarm should be cleaned every six months to help
keep the unit working efficiently.
• The smoke alarm will beep once a minute when a low battery
condition exists. The battery must be replaced immediately.
If the alarm does not sound when the test button is pushed, or with a
smoke test, try the following:
• Inspect for obvious damage.
• Check for the recommended battery type.
• Check the battery for proper connection or replace
the battery if needed.
• Gently vacuum as recommended.
If these procedures do not correct the problem, do not attempt repairs. If
the smoke alarm is within the warranty period and the terms indicate the
nature of the problem, return the unit. Smoke detectors beyond the warranty
period cannot be economically repaired.
The LP-Gas detector is provided for safety. It detects
both LP-Gas and methane gas. Liquefied Petroleum
(LP) Gas is heavier than air. Methane gas is lighter
than air. LP-Gas will settle to the lowest point, gener-
ally the floor of the motorhome. Methane gas will rise.
The gas detector is also sensitive to other fumes such
as hair spray, of which most contain butane as the pro-
pellant. Butane, like propane, is heavier than air and will
settle to the floor level where it will be detected. When
this occurs, press reset button to stop the alert sound
for 60 seconds.
The other combustibles which will be detected
include alcohol, liquor, deodorants, colognes, per-
fumes, wine, adhesives, lacquer, kerosene, gasoline, glues, most cleaning
agents and propellant of aerosol cans. Most are lighter than air in their vapor
state and will only be detected when the motorhome is closed up.
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