SECTION 6 – ELECTRICAL SYSTEM JAYCO TOWABLE TABLE OF CONTENTS
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30-AMP POWER CORD (IF SO EQUIPPED)
The 30 amp external utility power cord is commonly referred to as the “shore” power cord.
It is designed to mate and properly function with 30 amp “shore” power receptacles
available at most campgrounds.
The shore power cord is designed to continuously carry the 30 amp current flow required
to power each leg of the electrical system. It also creates a critical ground connection
between the vehicle electrical system and the campground shore power receptacle.
120-VOLT CIRCUIT BREAKERS
The 120-volt AC circuit breakers located inside the load center protect all 120-volt wiring
and components in the recreation vehicle from circuit overloads and short circuits. Should
a circuit overload or short circuit occur the circuit breaker protecting the affected circuit
will “trip” preventing the flow of electricity through that circuit.
If a circuit breaker trips, shut “off” the appliance on that circuit (i.e., power converter etc.)
and allow the circuit breaker to cool down for a brief period of time. After the cooling
down period, reset the circuit breaker by moving its lever “off” and then back to the “on”
position. If the circuit breaker re-trips or frequently trips, contact your dealer to have the
electrical problem diagnosed and repaired.
A circuit breaker identification label is permanently attached to the inside surface of the
120-volt Load Center.
NOTE: Load Centers may not always include a main circuit breaker.
WARNING
Do not hook up the power cord to any receptacle until you have verified proper
polarity and grounding. Polarity indicators can be purchased in most electrical
and hardware stores.
Do not use any cheater plug, adapter or extension cord to reconfigure incoming
AC power or break the continuity of the circuit connected to the grounding pin.
Do not connect the power cord into an outlet that is not grounded, or adapt the
power cord plug to connect it to a receptacle for which it is not designed.
Do not remove the grounding pin to connect to a non-grounded receptacle.
Removal of the ground pin disables an important safety feature designed to
prevent shock and electrocution hazards.
Do not connect the power cord to an extension cord. Use of an improper
extension cord will cause overheating of the cord as well as potentially causing
premature failure of the AC equipment.
It is the responsibility of the owner of the electrical receptacle to ensure that the
receptacle is properly wired and grounded. Reverse polarity and/or improper
grounding of your recreation vehicle can cause personal injury or death.
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