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Load Center
The Load Center contains 12VDC fuses
and 120VAC circuit breakers for almost
all of the electrical appliances and cir-
cuits in the RV. The 120V main breaker
may be located in this panel and will turn
o all 120-volt power to the RV. Loca-
tions will vary by model. Refer to the
diagram inside the load center for spe-
cic fuse assignments.
Motorhomes may have separate small
panels for breakers and fuses. They are
normally located in close proximity to
each other typically in the bed platform. The converter is also mounted separately (typically
under the bed platform).
120-Volt Circuit Breakers
The 120-volt AC circuit breakers located inside the load center protect all 120-volt wiring
and components from circuit overloads and short circuits. Should a circuit overload or short
circuit occur the circuit breaker protecting the aected circuit will “trip” preventing the ow
of electricity through that circuit.
If a circuit breaker trips, shut o 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 it cools down,
reset the circuit breaker by moving its lever “o” 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 identication label is permanently attached to the inside surface of the 120-
volt Load Center.
Only replace circuit breakers with those of the same specied type, voltage, and current rat-
ing. Please
contact your dealer for repair assistance when replacing circuit breakers.
At the beginning of the camping season, inspect the circuit breakers and replace as needed.
Test by turning each circuit breaker “o” and back “on”. Circuit breakers are wearable parts
Circuit breakers and fuses will not oer complete protection of the electrical
system in the event of power surge or voltage spike.
Replacement circuit breakers must be of the same voltage, amperage rating
and type. Never use a higher rated replacement circuit breaker; doing so may
cause a re by overheating the RV wiring.
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