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GFCI Protection
Each coach has a GFCI, Ground Fault Correction Interrupter,
protection receptacle installed into the circuitry. This GFCI device is
designed to protect people from hazards of line to ground electric
shock. The purpose is to reduce possible injury caused by electrical
shock, resulting from faulty insulation, improper polarity and related
to moisture and/or earth ground.
The third “round” pin on the receptacle is very important for this
safety device to function correctly. NEVER cut off this pin. When
using an appliance in the receptacle without this provision, use an
adapter with a pigtail to be attached to the receptacle box to
complete the circuit.
This GFCI receptacle will not protect against short-circuits or
overloads. The circuit breaker or fuse in the electrical panel which
supplies power to the circuit provides this protection.
Polarity is extremely important. You should be certain that the
polarity of the external power is not reversed, in order to avoid harm
to appliances and personal electrical shock. Polarity testers may be
purchased in most electrical and hardware stores with the GFCI
tester built in.
During use of the recreational vehicle it is suggested to test this
receptacle once per month. To test, press the “TEST” button in.
The “RESET” button should pop out. Power should now be turned
off at this receptacle and any receptacles down line. To restore
power push, then release the “RESET” button.
12-Volt DC System
Most interior lights and appliances receive 12-volt DC power through
converter output and/or the auxiliary battery. Exterior lights and
brakes also use 12-volt DC power from the tow vehicle battery and/
DO NOT connect 240 volt direct power to the coach through a reducing
adapter. By doing so, “positive” power will be sent through neutral/white
wire damaging appliances.
WARNING
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