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NOTE:
If
an outlet doesn 't work, check the GFI.
Reset it if necessary.
If
the GFI continues to trip,
have the motor home electrical system checked
at an authorized Fleetwood Service Center or
by
a
qualified electrician.
Test the GFI at least once a month. To test the GFI,
connectto t 20-volt AC:
Push the "TEST" button. The "RESET" button
should pop out, indicating that the protected cir-
cuit has been disconnected.
IF THE 'RESET' BUnON DOES NOT POP
OUT WHEN THE TEST BUTTON IS PUSHED,
A LOSS OF GROUND FAULT PROTECTION
IS INDICATED. DO NOT USE ANY ELECTRI-
CAL OUTLETS. HAVE THE MOTOR HOME
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM CHECKED AT AN AU-
THORIZED FLEETWOOD SERVICE CENTER
OR BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN. DO NOT
USE THE SYSTEM UNTIL THE PROBLEM
HAS BEEN CORRECTED.
To restore power push the "RESET" button.
Your Owner's Information Package contains a card that
can be used to record test dates. Keep the card in a
conspicuous place and keep it up to date.
COACH FUSES
AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
The 120-volt circuit breakers and 12-volt fuses are lo-
cated in the same compartment. These devices inter-
rupt the power if the circuit is overloaded.
The 120-volt circuit breakers include a 30 amp main
breaker and several smaller breakers for individual
circuits. If a circuit breaker is tripped, look for an over-
load on the circuit, then reset it by turning the breaker
OFF and then turning it ON. Do not try to reset a breaker
the second time without locating the overload problem.
The 12-volt fuses protect individual circuits. If the circuit
is overloaded, it will blow the fuse and the fuse must be
replaced. Check the circuit for an overload and replace
the fuse with the same type or amperage rating.
WARNING
DO NOT INSTALL 12-VOLT FUSES OR 120-
VOLT BREAKERS WITH AMPERAGE RAT-
INGS GREATER THAN THAT SPECIFIED ON
THE DEVICE OR LABEL. DOING SO CON-
STITUTES A FIRE HAZARD
GENERATOR
Your motor home may be equipped with a gasoline-
powered generator which will provide complete electri-
cal self-containment when regular public utility AC power
is unavailable. Controls are at the generator and at a
remote control panel located inside the motor home.
With the generator operating, power is available at all of
the 120-volt power outlets in the motor home, just as if
the cord were connected to an external source. The
generator is also connected to the power converter, thus
supplying 12-volt power as well.
Generator Fuel Supply
Gasoline for the generator is taken from the main fuel
tank through a special feeder tube which is higher in the
tank than the feeder tube to the motor home engine. This
arrangement prevents the generator from running the
motor home fuel tank dry.
Generator Operation
NOTE: Refer to the generator operating in-
structions provided in your Owner's Information
Package for information before starting the
generator. Do not start the generator unit with
a
heavy power load. Always wait at least three
minutes after starting generator before turning
on (or plugging in) heavy electrical loads, such
as the roof air conditioner.
To start the generator, hold the switch in the START
position until the unit starts, then release the switch. If
the unit is slow to start, DO NOT hold the switch in the
START position for more than 10 seconds. Release the
switch, wait 15 seconds, then repeat. This will help avoid
overheating and damage to the generator starting sys-
tem. To stop the unit, hold the switch to the STOP
position until the engine stops. If you release the switch
too soon, the engine will continue to run.
Generator Operating Safety Precautions
Read and understand the generator operating, mainte-
nance and safety instructions furnished in your Owner's
Information Package.
Do not smoke or use an open flame near the generator
unit or fuel tank.
WARNING
DO NOT PLACE FLAMMABLE MATERIAL
OR STORE ANY OTHER MATERIALS IN THE
GENERATOR COMPARTMENT.
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