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The Electrical System
The RV electrical system is comprised of two independent electrical systems. One operates
off of 12-volt DC power and the other off of 120-volt 60hz AC power. All installations have
been made in compliance with industry standards applicable on the date of manufacture.
Because the electrical equipment and associated circuitry are engineered into a dedicated
system specific to your RV, do not make unauthorized changes or add fixed appliances to it.
Changes or additions made after delivery may result in a hazardous condition.
Service and/or modification of the electrical system should only be performed by qualified
electrical technicians using approved materials, components, and methods meeting current
safety and code requirements. Consult your dealer's service department for assistance.
To read more about the various components incorporated into the RV electrical system,
please refer to the information contained in your Warranty Packet.
Consult the Chassis Guide for information pertaining to the chassis drivetrain electrical sys-
tem.
Electrical System Maintenance
Before working on the electrical system:
Make sure the inverter/charger (if so equipped) is turned "off" before disconnect-
ing batteries.Disconnect the shore power cord.
If equipped with a generator, turn off the generator and disable the automatic gen-
erator start functionality.
Turn off the battery disconnect switch (if so equipped).
Turn off the 120V main circuit breaker.
Disconnect the negative 12VDC battery terminal from the battery.
Use caution when using metal tools. If a tool contacts a battery terminal or
metal connected to it, a short circuit could occur which could cause personal
injury, explosion or fire.
GFCI Circuit Breakers
Ground fault current interrupter breakers have been engineered into the electrical system,
and are designed to reduce the possible injury caused by electric shock. The breakers will
protect against short circuits or circuit overloads.
Firefly Multiplex System
The Firefly multiplex system controls numerous components in your motor home. Some of
these include the air conditioner, generator, tank heaters, water pump, awning and lighting.
The MAIN POWER switch located at the mid-ship door area must be turned ON to enable
the multiplex system.
The multiplex switch panels are backlit and when a switch is selected, it will light up indicat-
ing it is ON. Pressing the switch a second time turns it OFF.
Refer to the Firefly manual detailed operating instructions.
Testing The Campsite Power Connection
The campsite 120-volt power receptacle(s) should always be tested for proper function-
ality prior to plugging the recreation vehicle shore power cord into it.
Campsite 120-volt power receptacles can be tested using a digital multimeter or a dedicated
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