Owner`s manual

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2008 LAPALMA XL
DRIVING & SAFETY — 2
fIre eXtInguISher
The re extinguisher in the motorhome is
located near the main entrance door. Please
read the operating instructions that are printed
on the re extinguisher. If there is any doubt
on how to operate the re extinguisher practice
using it. Replace or recharge the extinguisher
immediately after use.
Inspect the re extinguisher at least once a
month. Do so more frequently if the extinguisher
is exposed to weather or possible tampering.
DO NOT test the extinguisher by partially
discharging. Internal pressure will escape and
the re extinguisher will need to be replaced.
Use the PASS word!
Pull the pin to unlock
the extinguisher. Hold
extinguisher upright.
Aim at the base
(bottom) of the re and
stand 6 feet away.
Squeeze the lever to
discharge the agent.
Sweep the spray side to
side until totally re is
extinguished.
WARNING:
Road vibration will
cause extinguisher
powder to compact
and may cause
extinguisher
malfunction.
Invert and shake
extinguisher monthly.
There are three classes of re to be concerned
with in a motorhome. Any re can fall into more
than one class for example a re that involves
both burning paper and kitchen grease is a Class
AB re.
Classes of Fire:
A- Fires that are fueled by materials that leave a
residue when they burn: paper, wood, cloth,
rubber, and certain plastics.
B - Fires that involve ammable liquids and
gases: gasoline, paint thinner, kitchen grease,
propane and acetylene.
C - Fires that involve energized electrical
wiring or equipment. If electricity to the
equipment is turned off, a class C re
becomes one of the other two class res.
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