ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS - HOUSE — 8
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WARNING:
When the motorhome is parked,
position the dash air conditioner
vent control in the OFF position to
prevent exhaust gases from entering
the motorhome. The engine exhaust
contains Carbon Monoxide, which is
an odorless and colorless gas. Carbon
Monoxide is poisonous and can cause
unconsciousness and/or death. Inspect
the exhaust system thoroughly before
starting the generator. DO NOT
block the exhaust pipe or situate the
motorhome where the exhaust may
accumulate either outside, underneath,
or inside the motorhome or any nearby
vehicles. Operate the generator only
when safe dispersion of exhaust can be
assured. Monitor the outside conditions
to be sure that the exhaust continues to
disperse safely.
WARNING:
When parking near high grass, hot
exhaust pipe or hot exhaust gases can
ignite the grass.
CAUTION:
An exhaust extension adds weight and
stresses the generator exhaust system.
Damage to the exhaust piping or
exhaust manifold can result allowing
Carbon Monoxide gases to accumulate
under or leak into the motorhome.
Stopping the Generator
Turn off the appliances
and disconnect other AC
loads being used. Allow the
generator to run unloaded for
at least one minute before
shutdown to allow the engine
to cool. Momentarily push the
control switch to the STOP
position. Release the switch.
NOTE:
The generator requires only a
momentary stop signal.
Powering the Equipment
The AC output of the generator powers the
motorhome air conditioners, the AC Inverter/
Charger and all appliances and items plugged
into the electrical outlets of the motorhome. The
number of electrical appliances operated at any
given time depends upon how much power is
available from the generator.
If the generator is overloaded or a short
circuit causes over current, either the generator
will shut down or the circuit breaker will trip.
If power consumption, in total, exceeds the
generator power output, compensation for
temperature and elevation may be necessary.
Operate appliances in sequence, rather than all
at the same time.
NOTE:
The generator may shut down when
loaded nearly to full power and an air
conditioner (or other large motor load)
cycles on. For a brief moment during
start up an electric motor can draw up
to three times the rated power. For this
reason it may be necessary to operate
some appliances in sequence when air
conditioners or other large motor loads
are on.
Compensation for temperature and elevation
may also be necessary. The generator’s maximum
output is rated at 500 ft. above sea level. Beyond
this point, the generator will lose approximately
3.5% of its rated power for every 1000 ft. gained
in elevation. High and low temperatures can also
affect generator output. Power decreases 1% for
every 10° F above 85° F. Counteract these effects
by operating appliances in sequence rather than at
the same time.
INFORMATION:
The generator may shut down for
reasons other than an overload. If a blink
code appears on the control switch, refer
to the manufacturer’s manual to obtain
an explanation for the code.
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