Stopping The Generator; Powering The Equipment - Monaco Cayman 2005 Owner's Manual

Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide, an odorless and colorless gas. Carbon Monoxide is poi-
sonous and can cause unconsciousness and/or death. Inspect the exhaust system thoroughly before
starting the generator. Do not block the exhaust pipe, or situate the motorhome where the exhaust may
accumulate around the motorhome or nearby vehicles. Operate the generator only when safe dispersion
of exhaust can be assured. Monitor outside conditions to ensure the exhaust continues to safely disperse.
WARNING:
When parking near high grass, be sure that the hot exhaust gases or the exhaust pipe
does not contact the grass and ignite, resulting in a fire.
CAUTION:
An exhaust extension adds weight and stresses the generator exhaust system.
Damage to the exhaust piping or exhaust manifold can result, allowing Carbon
Monoxide gases to accumulate under or leak into the motorhome.

Stopping the Generator

Turn off the appliances and disconnect other AC loads being used. Allow the generator to run
unloaded for at least one minute before shutdown to allow the engine to cool. Momentarily push the
control switch to the STOP position. Release the switch.

Powering the Equipment

The AC output of the generator powers the motorhome air conditioners, the optional AC
Inverter/Charger, all appliances and items plugged into the electrical outlets of the motorhome. The
number of electrical appliances that can be operated at any given time depends upon how much power is
available from the generator. If the generator is "overloaded" or a short circuit causes "over cur-
rent," either the generator will shut down or the circuit breaker will trip. If power consumption, in
total, exceeds the generator power output, compensation for temperature and elevation may be nec-
essary. Operate appliances in sequence, rather than all at the same time.
NOTE:
The generator may shut down when loaded nearly to full power and an air condition-
er (or other large motor load) cycles on. For a brief moment during start up an elec-
tric motor can draw up to three times the rated power. For this reason it may be nec-
essary to operate some appliances in sequence when air conditioners or other large
motor loads are on.
Air density decreases as altitude increases. Power decreases at approximately 3% of the rated power
each 1,000 feet (305M) of increase in elevation above sea level. It may be necessary to operate fewer
appliances at the same time when the camping location is at a higher elevation. For example: 7500
watt generator at 5,000 ft. = 6375 watts net. Temperature also affects maximum output power. For
example: at 120º a 7500 watt generator produces 6000 watts net.
INFORMATION:
The generator may shut down for reasons other than an overload. If a blink code
appears on the control switch, refer to the manufacturer's manual to obtain an explana-
tion for the code.
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Section 8 --- Electrical Systems - House
Cayman 2005