Airstream 2001 Bamby Owner's Manual page 93

AIRSTREAM SAFARI –BAMBI TRAILER OWNERS MANUAL 2001
Converter
The converter transforms 120-volt alternating current (AC) into 12-volt direct current (DC). This provides power to
charge the trailer battery and to operate the 12 volt interior lighting, fans, and appliances.
The converter is energized only when the trailer is hooked up to 120-volt city power.
Converter Testing
A. Confirm 120 volt power is going into converter.
B. Disconnect the 12+ wire from the master switch.
C. Using a voltmeter check voltage output between heavy positive and negative wires coming out of converter.
D. The voltage must be within 13.8 and 14.0 volts. (The meter of the tester should be calibrated periodically.)
E. If converter is not within these voltages, replace it.
Converter Removal
1. Disconnect power cord for 120-volt supply.
2. Switch circuit breakers to off position.
3. Remove the front lounge.
Remove the bottom wardrobe shelf on the 16 Ft. Bambi
4. Disconnect lead-in wires running from converter assembly to 12 -volt fuse distribution panel.
5. Remove four screws mounting the converter assembly to the floor.
6. Remove the converter assembly.
7. To install, reverse the removal procedures.
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