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OPERATION WARNINGS AND
CAUTIONS
WARNING
The exhaust of all internal combus-
tion engines contains carbon monox-
ide (CO). This poisonous gas is
colorless, odorless, tasteless, and
lighter than air. The exhaust systems
of both your motor home engine and
your generator engine have been
installed with your safety in mind.
However, certain precautions must be
taken when using them to protect
yourself from conditions beyond the
control of the manufacturer.
1. Do not simultaneously operate the generator
engine and a ventilator which could draw
exhaust gases into the vehicle.
2. Do not open windows or ventilators on the
end or side of the vehicle where exhaust pipe
of the generator is located.
3. Park the vehicle so that the wind will carry
the exhaust away from the vehicle. Also,
note the position of other vehicles to be sure
their exhaust will not enter your vehicle.
4. Do not operate the generator engine when
parked if vegetation, snow, buildings, vehi-
cles, or any other object can deflect the
exhaust under or into the vehicle.
Check auxiliary generator oil level frequently
during periods of use. Refer to the generator
manufacturer's information in your Owner Info-
Case for specific recommendations.
WARNING
Never check generator oil level while
generator engine is running.
12-VOLT DC SYSTEM
The DC voltage system consists of the chassis
battery and the 12-volt coach auxiliary (house)
batteries.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
Chassis (Engine) Battery
The chassis battery is used solely to operate
the engine starter and all automotive accessories
and controls found on the instrument panel. This
includes the horn, speed control, all exterior
lights, radio, windshield wipers, rear auto heater
fan, hydraulic leveling jacks, etc.
House Batteries
The house batteries supply current to all 12-
volt equipment located in the living area of the
coach. This includes interior lights, range
exhaust fan, furnace fan, water pump, water level
and holding tank gauges, 110-volt generator
starting, refrigerator, bath roof vent fan, and the
rear automotive heater. The house batteries may
also be used to start the engine if the automotive
battery is dead. Refer to "Battery Boost" switch.
The house batteries are "deep-cycle" type
batteries specially designed for recreational vehi-
cle use. They will provide longer lasting power
than standard automotive batteries, and will with-
stand the frequent drain-and-recharge cycles that
occur under the demanding conditions of a camp-
ing outing.
12-VOLT HOUSE FUSES
All 12-volt circuits and equipment in the
coach area of the motor home are protected by
either a fuse panel or breaker panel. When a cir-
cuit is overloaded or a short develops in any part
of the system, a fuse or breaker will shut down
that circuit. If this happens, turn off all affected
lights or appliances and reset the breaker or re-
place the fuse with a new one of equal amperage
rating.
A label on the panel states the amperage rating
and circuit protected for each breaker.
The house breaker panel is mounted behind a
cabinet door in the galley cabinet.
SECTION 6
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