TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Safety System Features Fluid Recommendation Component Description System Wiring Requirements Air and Auxiliary Features (When Applicable) Steel Jacks Aluminum Jacks Power Unit Components Prior to Operation Operation Selection A Site Touchpad Operation Automatic Leveling Procedure Manual Leveling Procedures Jack Retract Procedures Troubleshooting Automatic Safety Shutoff...
Introduction The Lippert Electronic Leveling System is an electric/hydraulic system. A 12V DC electric motor drives a hydraulic pump that moves fluid through a system of hoses, fittings and jacks to level and stabilize the coach. The use of the Lippert Electronic Leveling System to support the coach for any reason other than which it is intended is prohibited by Lippert’s limited warranty.
Type “A” Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is utilized and will work. ATF with Dexron III® or Mercon 5® or a blend of both is recommended by Lippert Components, Inc. In colder temperatures (less than 10° F) the jacks may extend and retract slowly due to the fluid’s molecular nature.
Power Unit Components Fig. 8 Motor Solenoid Plastic Cap 5/16 12 DC Power (+) - " Nut Manual Overdrive(under cap) 12V DC Motor Ground Power (-) " Nut Fig. 9 - Leveling Only Valve Coil Pressure Switch Hydraulic Valve Manifold Valve Coil Return Fitting Quick Disconnect...
Prior to Operation The leveling system shall only be operated under the following conditions: The coach is parked on a reasonably level surface. The coach “parking brake” is engaged. All jack landing locations are cleared of debris and obstructions. The coach transmission should be in the neutral or park position. Locations should also be free of depressions.
Touchpad Operation Fig. 10 Callout Description Manual Operation - Places touchpad in manual operation mode. Manual Operation LED - Indicates touchpad in manual operation mode. Automatic Operation - Places touchpad in automatic operation mode. Automatic Operation LED - Indicates touchpad in automatic operation mode. Wait LED - Indicates to the operator to pause operation until the LED turns off.
NOTE: When leveling your coach, the coach should be leveled from front to rear first. When the coach is level from front to rear, then level the coach from left to right. Coach must be running for LCI Electronic Leveling System to operate.
Lifting all wheels off the ground may result in serious personal injury or death. Fig. 11 Jack Retract Procedures Energize the system by pushing ON/OFF (Fig 11A) button on touchpad. The ON/OFF light (Fig. 11E) will be lit. Push the RETRACT ALL JACKS (Fig.11D) button. All the jacks will start to retract and return to the full retract position.
If any problem is detected with the jacks, the system will enter Error Mode. Error mode may be recognized by the blinking of Left, Center LCI and Right LEDs. The following errors are detected by this system: • Jack over current/short circuit.
Air and Auxiliary Feature Configuration For Diesel Units with Airbag Suspensions ONLY: • Feature is entered ONLY after zero mode programming. • At this point the Wait LED will blink for 20 seconds. You are now in Air/Auxiliary Feature Configuration mode. To enable Air Auxiliary features, perform the following: Press the Retract All switch 3 times.
Manual Override - Power System The Lippert Electronic Leveling System can be run with auxiliary power devices like electric drills, ratchet wrenches or cordless screwdrivers. In the event of electrical or system failure, this manual method of extending and retracting the jacks can be used. A standard handheld drill is all that is required. See the instructions below.
“Jacks Down" Alarm The Lippert Electronic Leveling System is designed to sound an alarm and illuminate the control panel in the event of two (2) possible scenarios: A. A “RETRACT” hose leaks. B. The pressure holding the jacks in the retracted position falls to approximately 1500 psi to sound the alarm.
Preventative Maintenance Procedures Change fluid in RESERVOIR ONLY when contaminated. A. Check fluid only when jacks are fully retracted. B. Always fill the reservoir with the jacks in the fully retracted position. Filling reservoir when jacks are extended will cause reservoir to overflow into its compartment when jacks are retracted. 1/4”...
Faulty pressure switch or Press RETRACT ALL JACKS button on touchpad. If JACKS JACKS DOWN light is on, low pressure in system. DOWN light remains on, call LCI Customer Service. jacks are retracted. Little or no fluid in Fill reservoir with recommended ATF.
Rear Hoses will vary in length by coach model. Measure hose and consult LCI Service. Hose Specs. 3000 p.s.i.; 1/2” in. I.D. Curbside Front - Black Hose - PURPLE Label & Wire Roadside Front - Black Hose - GREEN Label & Wire Curbside Rear - Black Hose - RED Label &...
Wiring Diagrams Safety Harness Controller Touchpad Air/ Auxiliary Harness Controller to PU Harness Power Unit Harness 50-100 amp Circuit Protection per RVIA Standards and OEM Requirements Directional Valve Pressure Switch Manifold 12-Pin Wire Harness Valves with Deutch Coils White (Chassis Power) Black w/ White (Pump Solenoid) Red (Curbside Rear Valve) Green (Roadside Front Valve)
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