Power Inverter - Fleetwood 1999 American Tradition Parts And Service Manual

ELECTRicAL SYSTEMS
The power inverter is designed to provide 120-volt AC power
to all appliances except the roof air conditioners and electri-
cal panel 2, which includes the washer/dryer, roadside patio
receptacle, refrigerator, and converter. The inverter uses 12-
volt DC power from the house battery system and transforms
it into 60-cycle, l20-volt AC power to run most of the appli-
ances in the motor home. Controls are located in a doorside
overhead cabinet.
Because the inverter uses 12-volt DC power, extended use of
any available appliance (TV, microwave, etc.) can run the
batteries down. A low power indicator and automatic shut
down system built into the inverter can help prevent deep .
battery discharge. When the inverter shuts down, the batteries
will require recharging from the generator, converter, or an
external AC power source, the solar charger, or the engine
alternator.
Bathroom, galley, and patio l20-volt electrical outlets are
protected by a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI).
This device is intended to protect you against the hazards of
electrical shocks possible when using electrical appliances in
the bathroom or galley or in damp areas. Should a circuit or
appliance (electric shaver, hair dryer, etc.) develop a potential
shock hazard, the GPCI device is designed to disconnect the
outlet (and other outlets on the same circuit), limiting your
exposure time.
Test the GFCI at least once a month. To test the GPCI:
1. Connect the main power cord to 120-volt AC.
2. Push the TEST button. The RESET button should pop out,
indicating that the protected circuit has been disconnected.
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POWER INVERTER
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NOTE
The roof air conditioners
cannot be operated on
power supplied by the
inverter. The motor home
must be plugged into an
external AC service or
the generator must be
operating to run the air
conditioners.
GROUND FAULT
CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER
(GFCI)
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NOTE
If an outlet doesn't work,
check the GFCI. Reset it
if necessary. If the GFCI
continues to trip, have
the motor home electri-
cal system checked at an
authorized Fleetwood
Service Center
or
by a
qualified electrician.
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