Electrical Systems
Your motor home is equipped with a heavy duty,
power cord. It is commonly called the “shore
cord.” This cord is used to connect to external 120-
volt AC service. The cord and connector is molded
together to form a weatherproof cable assembly.
Do not cut or alter the cable in any way. Do not
remove the ground pin in the cable connector, or
defeat the ground circuit in the motor home.
To connect the power cord to external service,
turn off both the circuit breakers at the external
service and the motor home power distribution
panel, then push the plug straight into the recep-
tacle.
Power Converter
The DC power converter will charge the chassis
and house batteries when plugged into 120-volt
AC service or by the generator (if equipped).
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter
(GFCI)
Bathroom, galley, and patio 120-volt electrical
outlets are protected by a Ground Fault Circuit
Interrupter (GFCI). This device is intended to
protect you against the hazards of electrical
shocks possible when using electrical appliances
in the bathroom or galley or in damp areas.
Should a circuit or appliance (electric shaver,
hair dryer, etc.) develop a potential shock hazard,
the GFCI device is designed to disconnect the
outlet (and other outlets on the same circuit),
limiting your exposure time.
Test the GFCI at least once a month. To test
the GFCI:
1. Connect the main power cord to 120-volt
AC.
2. Push the TEST button. The RESET button
should pop out, indicating that the pro-
tected circuit has been disconnected.
3. If the RESET button does not pop out when
the test button is pushed, a loss of ground
fault protection is indicated. Do not use any
electrical outlets. Have the motor home
electrical system checked at an authorized
Fleetwood Service Center or by a qualified
electrician. Do not use the system until the
problem has been corrected.
4. To restore power push the RESET button.
Generator (If Equipped)
Your motor home may be equipped with a gaso-
line, diesel or Propane-powered generator which
will provide complete electrical self-contain-
ment when regular public utility AC power is
unavailable. Controls are at the generator and at
NOTE
If an outlet doesnʼt work, check the GFCI. Reset it if
necessary. If the GFCI continues to trip, have the
motor home electrical system checked at an author-
ized Fleetwood Service Center or by a qualified elec-
trician.
WARNING
Do not operate the 120-volt electrical system without
a proper ground. Electrocution or severe electrical
shock could result.
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WARNING
Do not install 12-volt fuses or 120-volt breakers with
amperage ratings greater than that specified on the
device or label. Doing so constitutes a fire hazard.
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CAUTION
Switch off the 30-amp main breaker located in the
120-volt AC load center (breaker panel) before you
insert or remove the 30-amp power plug. Be sure to
insert or remove the plug straight into or out of the
receptacle. The shore cord power plug should make
a snug connection to the shore cord receptacle to
avoid over-heating.
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