Owner`s manual
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2008 LAPALMA XL
DRIVING & SAFETY — 2
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.
Open the black tank
valve and allow adequate time for black
tank to drain. If applicable, connect a
non-potable water hose to the “Tank
Flush” connection and ush the black
tank system. 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.
Fill fresh water tank, then disconnect
fresh water hose from the source. Store
hose with end cap in place. If applicable,
remove the hose protection water
pressure regulator from the city water
faucet and store.
Turn shore power breaker off and
disconnect shore line. Wind up and store
shore cord. Secure door.
Check all tire pressures. Inspect tires and
wheels.
Secure all compartment doors.
Check for uid leaks under and around
the motorhome.
Engine Checklist:
Inspect the engine, transmission and the
engine compartment for uid leaks.
Inspect the area under the motorhome
for uid leaks or puddles.
Check all uid levels: brake uid,
engine oil, antifreeze, transmission uid,
hydraulic uid and washer uid.
Inspect belts and hoses for wear.
Inspect wiring for loose, frayed or
corroded connections.
Start engine and listen for unusual noise.
Inspect gauges and controls for proper
operation.
Interior Checklist:
If applicable, retract leveling jacks.
Clear the slide room path, clean the oor
and move the driver seat forward. After
conrming bay doors are closed, retract
the slide room.
NOTE:
To extend/retract the slide-out room,
the ignition must be OFF, park brake
set, jacks retracted and the motorhome
supported by leaf spring suspension.
Confirm the house batteries are fully
charged.
Secure and fasten all interior doors. Lock
the shower door.
Close roof vents and windows.
Secure all loose, heavy or sharp objects
in case of a sudden stop.
Close all cabinet doors and drawers.
Turn off interior lights.
Turn off the water pump.
Check the fuel level gauge and all other
dash gauges for operation and correct
level indications.
Departure Checklist:
Check items in storage bays to ensure
shifting or damage of items will not
occur.
Look around, above and under the
motorhome for obstructions. Check for
debris stuck between the rear dual tires.
Outside compartment doors should be
closed and locked.
Check operation of all exterior lights,
headlamp, taillamp, brake and clearance
lights.
Secure all awning and travel locks.
Ensure jack pad is clear of debris when
retracting hydraulic jacks. Loose rocks,
gravel and debris can be thrown from the
jack pad and can possibly damage the
tow car.
Secure and lock the entry door for travel.
Pull forward out of the campsite.
Ensure the site is clean and no items are
forgotten.
Screw the ends of the
hose together before
storage to prevent
leakage and to prevent
dust and insects from
entering the hose.
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