12-Volt Dc System; Converter; Interior; Batteries (Option) - Jayco Eagle Owner's Manual

12-Volt DC System

The 12-volt DC system is composed of numerous items such as convertor, battery, fuses
and lights. Explanation on these items will follow in this section.

CONVERTER

The converter utilizes 120-volt AC power and transforms this energy into 12-volt DC
power, which is used inside of the camper. 12-volt DC energy supplies power to all
lights, furnace blower, and water pump (option).
The converter is a technologically advanced 20-amp PWM "switch mode" type, that can
be used with computers. It is self-contained with a built in circuit breakers and DC fuses.
A quiet cooling fan provides ventilation and is thermally protected to shut down and
cycle back on if overheating occurs.
WARNING:
• Turn off all interior lights before folding the camper for transit as the
bulbs may cause a fire hazard in the folded position and burn holes in tent.
• Do not block converter ventilation.

Interior

All 12-volt power comes from the converter or the black lead in the wire harness from
the tow vehicle battery. Remember, to receive power from the converter you must have
a 120-volt energy source available. 120-volt power may be turned off or on by switching
the 120-volt breaker in the converter.
The "bunk" light will attach to the bed bow brace with a clip on the back of the light. To
operate the light with 12-volt power, plug the cord into the receptacle located on the
ceiling light, front or rear. A switch to control the bunk light is built into the light
assembly.
A unit with a porch light will have the on/off switch built into the light assembly. The
bunk light may also be used outside by clipping it to the optional canopy. When attached
to the canopy, the bunk light will be connected to the porch light receptacle.

Batteries (Option)

All Jayco folding camping trailers are pre-wired to accept an auxiliary battery if so
desired. The battery must be hooked up directly to red (positive) and white (negative)
wires on trailer hitch, harness and frame using nothing less than 10 gauge wires.
The auxiliary battery may be installed to avoid discharging tow vehicle battery when
110-volt power is not available.
Camping trailers with power lift system will have a battery and box installed as part of
the option package.
All battery packages installed by the manufacturer will have an "in-line" fuse and holder
included for protection.
CAUTION: When drawing current from the tow vehicle battery, be sure to avoid
draining battery to a low point that the tow vehicle will not start.
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