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2.3.2 On leaving site
● first switch off the site supply.
● switch off the Leisure Home RCD unit.
● then disconnect the pitch lead.
In case of difficulty consult an approved electrical installation contractor (who may be the local electricity
board). It is dangerous to attempt modifications and additions yourself.
▲ Lampholder-plugs (bayonet-cap adapters) should not in any circumstances be used.
● replace the cover of the socket outlet at the site supply point. It is dangerous to leave the supply
socket or supply flexible cable live.
Every 12 months, the Leisure Home electrical installation should be inspected and tested and a report
on its condition obtained as prescribed in the Regulations for Electrical Installations, published by the
Institute of Electrical Engineers.
2.3.3 Generators
● Switch off all appliances, the miniature circuit breakers and the residual current device.
● Start the generator and allow to run for a few minutes to stabilise.
● Connect the Leisure Home to the generator.
● Switch on 16 amp miniature circuit breaker.
● Switch on the residual current device.
● Switch on the fridge (230 volt phase) or plug in a 230v light to one of the 13amp sockets. This is to
provide a load on the generator and help remove any “spikes” in the supply which can damage the
charger unit.
● Switch on the 5amp miniature circuit breaker and any other appliances you require.
▲ It is always advisable to have at least one other mains appliance switched on with the
charger unit to minimise the chance of damage to it.
▲ Do not connect the 12 volt output of the generator to the battery terminals. The AC ripple
must not exceed 10%.
2.3.5 Mains unit
The mains unit replaces the conventional fusebox. Similar, but larger units are often fitted in newer
houses.
The unit gives overload and earth leakage protection for the 230v electrical supply in your Leisure
Home.
For normal operation all switches on the unit need to be in the ON position. The switches on the left of
the unit are known as M.C.B.’s (miniature circuit breakers).
These take the place of the conventional fuse but are more convenient.
In the event of a fault the M.C.B. ‘trips’ i.e. automatically moves to the OFF position.
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