Auxiliary 110-Volt Generator - Winnebago 2005 Rialta Owner's Manual

AUXILIARY 110-VOLT
GENERATOR
Optional
The auxiliary generator allows you to use 110-
volt appliances and devices when a utility hook-
up is not available. The generator may be operat-
ed while the vehicle is parked or while in motion,
and can run continuously if necessary.
WARNING
Careless handling of the generator
and electrical components can be fa-
tal.
Never touch electrical leads or appli-
ances when your hand are wet, or
when standing in water or on wet
ground.
Do not attempt to repair the generator
yourself. Service should be performed
by an authorized service center.
Do not plug the power cord into the
generator receptacle while the genera-
tor is running.
To use the 110-volt generator, plug the power
cord into the generator receptacle within the
shoreline compartment.
Starting and Stopping the Generator
The generator switch is located on the system
monitor panel in the dinette area. The generator
starter circuit does not rely on the automotive bat-
tery, so the switch will operate whether the igni-
Generator
Receptacle
Power
Cord
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
tion switch is on or off.
Consult the generator manufacturer's owner's
manual in your Owner InfoCase for complete
instructions on starting and stopping the genera-
tor.
Basic Generator Operation:
Starting:
• See the generator manufacturer's operating
guide in your Owner InfoCase for specific in-
structions.
• Reduce all electrical loads. (Shut off lights,
fans, appliances, etc.)
• If the generator has not been run for two
weeks or more, you may need to prime the
fuel system before attempting to start. See the
generator manufacturer's operating guide in
your Owner InfoCase for procedure.
• Press the generator starter switch on and hold
until generator engine is running, then re-
lease.
• Let the engine to stabilize and run smoothly
before turning on appliances or electrical
equipment.
• Do not overload generator by turning on too
many items. Overloading will cause the cir-
cuit breaker on the generator to trip. If this
happens, the generator will run but no elec-
tricity will be present in the coach. You must
then reset the circuit breaker on the side of the
generator. Refer to the output specifications
of your generator in the generator manufac-
turer's manual. Then see the following elec-
trical load chart to estimate your typical
loads.
• Before shutting generator down, turn off
electrical loads and let engine run at no-load
for a few minutes to cool down whenever
possible.
• Press the generator switch Off and hold until
the generator engine comes to a complete
stop.
SECTION 6
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