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battery. Remember, LP gas is heavier than air and will float at floor level. DO NOT block your LP gas detector by
leaving items lying in front of it on the floor.
CARBON MONOXIDE (CO) DETECTOR: Located in rear hall or sleeping area. Sounds alarm if it detects Carbon
Monoxide at a dangerous level. Test regularly. Consult CO detector manual. Replace batteries at least twice a year.
This equipment is available only on models that have generator preparation.
ELECTRICAL
Your GULF STREAM is equipped with two (2) separate electrical systems that provide your vehicle with power on
the road and in camp. A chassis 12 volt DC system and a 110 volt AC system are installed.
12 VOLT DC SERVICE
The house 12-volt system is used for running most interior lights and appliances. Even though your refrigerator has
an option to run on 110-volts AC, the refrigerator circuit board uses 12 volt DC for it's operation. Also, the roof
mounted air conditioner(s) are powered by 110-volts AC, but also need 12 volts DC to power the thermostats. The 12
volt DC power is provided by one or more "house" batteries. The house batteries are charged by a convertor/charger
when the recreational vehicle is plugged into shore power or when the generator is running. Other items in the coach
that run on 12 volt DC power include: water pump, water heater, furnace, slide out systems, powered vents, etc.
Like your home, the vehicle has a 110-volt alternating current (AC) system that requires an external source of 110-volt
electricity. A shoreline connection (extension cord) or an optional electrical on-board power generator or an inverter
can provide this power. In order to use your 110-volt electrical system, your shoreline (power cord) should be plugged
into either a properly rated external power source or the generator should be running, or in some cases the inverter
should be turned on.
WHENEVER POSSIBLE. (FIG. 5)
(FIG. 5) 110-V SHORELINE CONNECTION (30 AMP SHOWN)
30-AMP AND 50-AMP 110-VOLT AC SERVICE
Your recreational vehicle is provided with either 30 amp or 50 amp electrical service, depending on the size of the
RV and the electrical options installed. You can identify the type of service by reviewing the end of your shoreline
connection and comparing it with FIG. 6 on the next page.
30-amp service is 110-volt service limited to a total of 30 amps of draw. A large three pronged power supply cord
identifies this type of power supply (FIG. 5). Each appliance in your vehicle is capable of working by itself with this type
of service. However, you may not be able to operate all your appliances at the same time without causing a circuit
breaker to blow.
TO CONSERVE BATTERY POWER, USE OF THE SHORELINE IS RECOMMENDED
SHORELINE GROUND WARNING
NOT PROPERLY GROUNDED, YOU MAY EXPERIENCE A
DANGEROUS SHOCK WHEN STANDING ON THE GROUND AND
TOUCHING A METAL PORTION OF THE RV. USE A CONTINUITY
TESTER TO ENSURE PROPER GROUNDING.
EXTENSION CORD WARNING
CORD WITH A CURRENT RATING LESS THAN THE AMPERAGE
YOUR RV REQUIRES.
THE AMPERAGE AND VOLTAGE BEING SUPPLIED TO THE RV
AND MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS!
EXTRA EXTENSION CORDS REDUCE
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IF YOUR POWER SUPPLY IS
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DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION
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