Electrical System - House 12-Volt Dc - Winnebago Itasca Ellipse Owner's Manual

SECTION 6 –
ELECTRICAL
Engine Oil Dipstick
(Located behind the side access panel)
NOTE: See the generator manufacturer's user
guide provided in your InfoCase for
further information on checking the
engine oil level.
2. Once you have checked the engine oil level,
reinstall the side access panel.
Further Information
Refer to the generator manufacturer's user
guide provided in your InfoCase for specific
recommendations, operating instructions and
cautions, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
6-10
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM –
HOUSE 12-VOLT DC
The DC voltage system consists of the chassis
battery, the 12-volt house batteries, and the 12-
volt power converter.
Converter
See "Power Center."
Chassis Battery
The chassis battery is used to operate the
engine starter and automotive accessories and
controls found on the instrument panel. The
slideout room systems and the electric step are
also connected to the chassis battery.
See your chassis manual for further
information on chassis batteries and chassis
electrical system.
House Batteries
House batteries are "deep-cycle" type
batteries specially designed for recreational
vehicle use. They will provide longer lasting
power than standard automotive starting batteries
and will withstand the frequent drain-and-
recharge cycles that occur under the demanding
conditions of a camping outing.
The house batteries supply power to 12-volt
equipment located in the living area of the motor
home. This includes the following 12-volt
powered components (if equipped): interior 12-
volt lighting, range exhaust fan, propane furnace
fan, fresh water pump, systems monitor panel
with water level and holding tank gauges,
refrigerator, roof vent fans, and 120-volt
electrical generator starter.
The house batteries can also provide
emergency power to start the engine if the chassis
battery is discharged. (See "Battery Boost
Switch" or "Aux Start Switch").
House batteries are automatically charged by
the chassis alternator while the engine is running.