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Section 6: Electrical System
Rotating Dial Disconnect Switch
When this switch is ON, there will be a green area showing a
"1" along the top of the switch. To turn the switch OFF, turn
it counter-clockwise until you see the red area along the left
side of the switch showing a "0" (zero).
Lever Type Disconnect Switch
To operate this switch, turn the lever counter-clockwise to
turn off all 12VDC power to the fuse panel in the RV. The
lever can be removed and is equipped with a lanyard to keep
the key from getting lost.
Load Center
The Load Center contains 12VDC
fuses and 120VAC circuit break-
ers for almost all of the electrical
appliances and circuits in the RV.
The 120V main breaker may be lo-
cated in this panel and will turn off
all 120-volt power to the RV. Lo-
cations will vary by model. Refer
to the diagram inside the load cen-
ter for specific 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 affected circuit will "trip" preventing the flow
of electricity through that circuit.
If a circuit breaker trips, shut off 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 "off" 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 identification label is permanently attached to the inside surface of the
120-volt Load Center.
Circuit breakers and fuses will not offer complete protection of the electrical
system in the event of power surge or voltage spike.
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Load Center Panel w/120 volt Main
Typical Load
Center Panel
(appearance and configuration may vary by model)
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Battery Disconnect Switches
(switch appearance
may vary by model)
Breaker
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