Maintenance:
When only a short section of the shore power cable is frequently used the
cable may coil sharper than normal, causing kinking of the cable. To relieve this
condition, routinely extend the cable full distance. Straighten the power cable
on the ground. It is important the cable remains clean. Dust and dirt on the
cable may cause the system to be unable to retract the cord. After the cable is
cleaned and straightened, allow the cablemaster to retract the cable into the
motorhome.
At least once a year check all AC and DC wiring connections to be sure they
are secure and free of corrosion. Check the neoprene covers on the in-limit
switch and the power switch to be sure they are free of cracks or fracture.
CAUTION: Before plugging motorhome into shore power,
starting the generator or using the inverter make sure all the
appliances are off.
WARNING: Disconnect the shore power cord and the negitive
12 Volt DC battery cable (at the inverter) before working on
the electrical system.
Insure that the inverter/converter is turned OFF before disconnecting the
negative terminal from the Inverter. Remove rings, metal watch bands and
other metal jewelry before working around batteries and connectors. Be cau-
tious when using metal tools. If a tool contacts a battery terminal, or metal
connected to it, a short circuit could occur causing personal injury, explosion or
fire.
The generator can be selected for use when AC shore power is not
available. The motorhome’s on board generator has limited 120 Volt AC power
output capabilities. The generator’s maximum amount of output power is speci-
fied in watts, calculated at an elevation of 500 feet above sea level. The maxi-
mum power available will decrease when there is an increase in altitude.
Ambient temperature also affects total maximum output. Fuel consumption is
based upon a percentage of AC electrical load applied to the generator. While
using the generator, care will have to be taken when operating appliances and
outlets so that the generator will not be overloaded. The generator is fueled
from the main fuel tank.
The inverter/converter can be used for silent AC power if shore power is not
available and using the generator is not going to be selected as a secondary
power source option. This device has limited AC power output measured in
watts. It operates only selected appliances and outlets. The inverter/converter is
two components in one. Its first function is as an auxiliary 120 Volt AC power
source that uses 12 Volt DC house battery power to invert to 120 Volts AC
power. The second function of the inverter/converter is to use 120 Volts AC,
supplied from either shore power or the generator, and convert it to 12 Volts DC
power to recharge the batteries.
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